In case you missed it, Google has launched new phones. A lot of them.
The new Pixel 9 series is double the size of the Pixel 8 range, with new regular and Pro models joined by a brand-new XL model and rebranded 9 Pro Fold foldable.
There are loads of exciting new features across the lineup, so it’s no surprise if you’re interested in pre-ordering one.
Here are all the retailers and networks we know about so far in the UK and US, plus the exciting perks they’re offering.
When will the Google Pixel 9 series be released?
All four models in the Pixel 9 series were announced on 13 August 2024.
The Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro XL will go on sale on 22 August. However, we’ll have to wait until 4 September for the Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro Fold.
How much does the Google Pixel 9 series cost?
The price of a Pixel 9 phone varies hugely, depending on which model you want and how much storage you need. Here’s how much you can expect to pay at launch:
- Pixel 9 (128GB) – £799/$799
- Pixel 9 (256GB) – £899/$899
- Pixel 9 Pro (128GB) – £999/$999
- Pixel 9 Pro (256GB) – £1,099/$1,099
- Pixel 9 Pro (512GB) – £1,219/$1,219
- Pixel 9 Pro (1TB) – £1,449/$1,449
- Pixel 9 Pro XL (128GB) – £1,099/$1,099
- Pixel 9 Pro XL (256GB) – £1,199/$1,199
- Pixel 9 Pro XL (512GB) – £1,319/$1,319
- Pixel 9 Pro XL (1TB) – £1,549/$1,549
- Pixel 9 Pro Fold (256GB) – £1,749/$1,799
- Pixel 9 Pro Fold (512GB) – £1,869/$1,919
However, with plenty of contract offers across all four phones, you’ll have the option to pay for your chosen handset over the course of 24-, 36- or 48 months.
Where to pre-order the Google Pixel 9 series in the UK
So far, Google is the only confirmed Pixel 9 retailer in the UK, with all four phones available via the Google Store. But there are some great perks available:
- Pixel 9 – double storage for same price, six months of Google One Premium 2TB
- Pixel 9 Pro – double storage for same price, £100 off Pixel Watch 3, one year of Google One Premium with AI features
- Pixel 9 Pro XL – double storage for same price, £150 off Pixel Watch 3, one year of Google One Premium with AI features
- Pixel 9 Pro Fold – double storage for same price, £200 off Pixel Watch 3, one year of Google One Premium with AI features
The company says the devices will also be available via “our retail partners”. If the Pixel 8 series and Pixel 8a are anything to go by, they’ll also be available outright at the following:
On contract, the following are confirmed:
- Vodafone – Pixel 9 (from £17.50 per month with £30 upfront), Pixel 9 Pro (from £21.50 per month with £50 upfront), Pixel 9 Pro XL (from £24.50 per month with £50 upfront) and Pixel 9 Pro Fold (from £30.50 per month with £50 upfront)
- Sky Mobile – Pixel 9 (from £28 per month with no upfront costs), Pixel 9 Pro (from £34 per month with no upfront costs), Pixel 9 Pro XL (from £38 per month with no upfront costs) and Pixel 9 Pro Fold (from £63 per month with £36 upfront)
And the following are all likely:
Where to pre-order the Google Pixel 9 series in the US
Again, Google is the only confirmed retailer in the US, with all four devices available via the Google Store.
However, you can expect the following to also sell the phones outright in the US:
On contract, the following are confirmed:
And the following are likely:
We’ll update this article once more retailers and networks are confirmed.
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