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Google adjusts Pixel smartphone pricing amid component cost shifts
Google is implementing price adjustments across its smartphone lineup. The budget-friendly Pixel 10a has seen a significant price increase of approximately $100 (or equivalent in local currencies) in the US, Europe, and the UK. This shift is attributed to rising costs for components, specifically DRAM and flash memory, driven by high demand from AI data centers.
In contrast, the newer Pixel 11 series is seeing early promotional discounts. Retailers like Amazon are offering price cuts on models such as the Pixel 11 Pro and Pixel 11 Pro XL, with some discounts reaching up to 164 euros. The Pixel 11 series features the Tensor G6 chip and offers long-term software support of seven years.
Looking ahead, leaks regarding the upcoming Pixel 12 series suggest potential changes to display resolutions and aspect ratios, including a possible increase in pixel count for the Pro Fold model. Meanwhile, the Pixel 11a is rumored to maintain the current design while upgrading to the Tensor G6 processor.
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Amazon · Apple · Google · Micron · Pixel 10a · Pixel 11 · Pixel 11 Pro · Samsung · Tensor G6
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Google raised the US price of the Pixel 10a 128GB model from $499 to $599. time.news
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Amazon is offering discounts on the Google Pixel 11 and 11 Pro models. www.hwupgrade.it
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The 256GB Pixel 10a model increased from $599 to $699 in the US. time.news
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Rising memory chip costs due to AI data center growth are driving hardware price increases. time.news
- [○ 1 SOURCE] In Canada, the Pixel 10a price rose to $849 CAD, a $170 increase. time.news
- [● 2 SOURCES] The Pixel 11 Pro 256GB is available at a discounted price on Amazon. www.hwupgrade.it · www.prad.de