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Google is passing off old Pixel 6 and Pixel 7 smartphones as new ones: why do they do it?

Google Passes Old Pixel 6 and Pixel 7 Smartphones as New: Why They Do It

Refurbished Pixel phones in the Google Store have the same warranty as new devices.

Google is now selling refurbished Pixel 6, Pixel 6A and Pixel 7 phones in a special section of the Google Store. According to The Verge.

The company says these phones will be like new in quality, with screens and batteries that will be “thoroughly tested” by experts, and will be offered at a discount of up to 40% compared to their original price. price.

The phones also come with the same 1-year limited warranty and customer support options as a new phone.

Here's the price breakdown:

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  • Pixel 6 — $339 (originally $599)
  • Pixel 6 Pro — $539 (originally $899)
  • Pixel 6A — $249 (originally $449)
  • Pixel 7 — $429 (originally $599)
  • Pixel 7 Pro — $629 (originally $899)

While these prices apply to the 128GB model, Google's Patrick Seybold told The Verge that its revamped division will offer other tiers of storage. Google says the phones are “thoroughly tested,” but Seybold refrained from making any guarantees about the battery's condition.

Both Samsung and Apple replace the batteries in their refurbished phones. Google's blog post says, “if any phones need repair, our technicians use only genuine Google parts for repairs.”

Each phone receives the latest version of Android software before being packed in a new box and comes with a compatible charger.

Natasha Kumar

By Natasha Kumar

Natasha Kumar has been a reporter on the news desk since 2018. Before that she wrote about young adolescence and family dynamics for Styles and was the legal affairs correspondent for the Metro desk. Before joining The Times Hub, Natasha Kumar worked as a staff writer at the Village Voice and a freelancer for Newsday, The Wall Street Journal, GQ and Mirabella. To get in touch, contact me through my natasha@thetimeshub.in 1-800-268-7116

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