Google releases officially refurbished Pixel 9 devices from $499

Key Points:

• Google has added the Pixel 9 series to its Certified Refurbished program, with prices starting at $499, significantly lower than the original $799 launch price.
• The Pixel 9 series, released in 2024, features an updated design, improved Tensor chipset, new camera sensors, and introduces two Pro-tier models: the Pixel 9 Pro (6.3-inch) and Pixel 9 Pro XL (6.8-inch).
• Refurbished Pixel 9 Pro and Pro XL models are available in Obsidian and Hazel colors, priced at $649 and $699 respectively, and include a 6-month free trial of Google AI Plus with 2TB of secure storage.
• Google’s Certified Refurbished program offers a one-year warranty, authentic parts repairs, unlocked devices for any carrier, and thorough multi-point testing, while also recently removing the Pixel 7 series from the program.
• Prices for the Pixel 8 series have also been adjusted, with the Pixel 8a at $339, Pixel 8 at $389, and Pixel 8 Pro at $549 in the refurbished market.