Google launching its official online store in India is a big deal and definitely a welcome move for Pixel fans and potential buyers. It simplifies the buying process by cutting out the middlemen like Flipkart or third-party sellers, giving customers direct access to genuine Google products—Pixel phones, Pixel Buds, and Pixel Watches—in a clean, straightforward shopping experience.
The real headline here is the very attractive exchange offers designed to encourage users to upgrade to the new Pixel 9 series. Here’s a quick breakdown of the standout offers:
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Pixel 9 at Rs 74,999 with a Rs 35,000 exchange discount on the Pixel 8 (which retails for around Rs 44,999). This is a hefty discount, nearly half the price of the new phone, making it extremely tempting for Pixel 8 owners.
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The exchange deal is not limited to Pixel devices — trading in an iPhone 15 can also get you the same Rs 35,000 off on the Pixel 9, clearly showing Google’s aggressive strategy to lure users from Apple.
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For mid-range users, the Pixel 9a has discounts too:
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Trade in a Pixel 8a (about Rs 37,999 on Flipkart) for Rs 28,000 off.
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Exchange a Pixel 7a and get Rs 20,000 off.
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Going from Pixel 7 to Pixel 9 gets Rs 31,550 off, which is sometimes even more than the Pixel 7’s lowest market price.
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The Pixel 6 owners get a smaller Rs 10,000 discount, which makes sense because the Pixel 6 wasn’t officially launched in India.
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The Pixel 6a, being officially launched and popular in India, gets a better exchange value of Rs 15,000 towards the Pixel 9a.
Google also introduced a Pixel Price Promise, which means if you find a better price for the same product on the Google Store or through an authorized partner during the return window, they’ll refund the difference. This adds a layer of price transparency and buyer confidence.
On the service side, Google is enhancing the after-sales experience with:
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Full warranty coverage on products purchased from the store.
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24/7 customer support by trained Google experts.
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Same-day servicing options in select cities, which is quite impressive and important for building trust in the Indian market.
Overall, the official store and exchange offers are positioned to make upgrading to the Pixel 9 lineup very attractive for Indian consumers, especially those already in the Pixel ecosystem or even users from Apple switching over.
