With the launch of Google’supcoming Pixel 9 lineupjust around the corner, the search giant’s positively-reviewedPixel 8ais currently discounted on Amazon – listed on sale for a record low of$399 for the Obsidian colorway.
In other words, Google’s latest mid-range offering can be had for a discount of $100, bringing an already reasonably priced device down to what is arguably a pretty incredible deal.
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This new sale comes not long after aprevious discountoffered the Pixel 8a at $449, which was a knock of $50 off its usual $499 price tag.
The Pixel 8a has proven to be a popular and well-regarded handset, continuing Google’s relative success in the mid-range market with its ‘a’ series line of devices. It’sfar from the only mid-rangercompeting in the space, but the combination of slick and clean software and speedy updates make it a contender for one of the best in its price segment.
Google’s other Pixel 8 series is also on sale over at Amazon, with the base model of thePixel 8being currentlylisted for $499, which is a $200 reduction over its MSRP of $699. The premiumPixel 8 Promodel, meanwhile,can be yours for $699, which is $300 lower than the regular price of $999.
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These temporary price reductions are to be expected at this stage, with the unveiling of brand-new Google hardware now less than two weeks away. Presumably, the company is looking to sell its remaining inventory by offering an enticing discount.
The Pixel 9 series is slated to be officially announced at aGoogle eventtaking place on August 13th. Stay tuned for our full coverage of the highly anticipated Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, and Pixel Fold 2 hardware launches.
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