To kick off its annual I/O developer conference happening next week, Google has announced the latest iteration of its cheaper Pixel A-Series phone, the Pixel 8a. It’s supposed to be a more affordable, cut-down version of the Pixel 8 phones that were launched last year.
But at S$799, the Pixel 8a is S$50 more than the previous Pixel 7a (S$749). This also further narrows the price gap between the Pixel 8a and the Pixel 8, which has already been discounted (S$899 or less, down from S$1,099). You’d expect such sales to be more frequent as we approach October for the next Pixel event. Even Google has slashed the Pixel 8’s price on its store — a fortnight or so before the Pixel 8a announcement, of course. There are even more attractive deals from other retailers, especially if you’re not too concerned about local warranty.
To be fair, you’re getting practically the same user experience with the Pix…
