Offline Retail Stores ConfirmedGoogle’s upcoming Pixel 9 series will be available for purchase at offline retail stores in India, marking a first for the company in years. Reliance Digital and Croma stores will carry the new smartphones, with landing pages already live on their e-commerce portals for pre-booking. Online Pre-Booking OptionsIn addition to offline availability, the Pixel 9 series will also be available for pre-booking on Flipkart, Google’s official selling partner in India, and the Google India Store. Launch Details
- Global launch: August 13
- India launch: August 14
- Pre-orders expected to commence post-launch
Speculation Surrounds Model AvailabilityWhile Google has teased the launch of its Pixel 9 series, only the Pixel 9 Pro XL and Pixel 9 Pro Fold are advertised on Flipkart and other websites. This has led to speculation that only two models may be launched in India, skipping the Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro. However, the Google India Store references the Pixel 9 Pro, adding to the uncertainty. Strategic Move to Boost SalesThe decision to offer offline availability is believed to be a strategic move to increase sales in India, particularly among consumers hesitant to purchase electronics online.
