'shock' will wear off

[pr627]

I think many Google and Android fans, especially fans of the Nexus line were shocked yesterday, mostly at the price even though the rumors were leaning towards these prices. Give it some time ladies and gents and the Pixel prices may drop a little around the holidays. If they do not drop or it does drop and its still too high, you will not care as much in a few months. I think the 2017 Pixel line will be better than this and you will be very glad that you waited, if you do. I think the Pixel will be very good to us like the Nexus was, but if you want 'premium' you will just have to accept the fact that you will pay. Pay and play or move on and do not let it consume you.

 

[Golfdriver97]

I was honestly kind of surprised there wasn't an incentive to open up a Fi line with a discount on the phone.

 

[ki11ak3nn]

I'm more so upset with the Verizon carrier exclusive. I know I can get it unlocked from the Play Store. But it'll either have to pay $650 upfront or get approved for financing through Google. I'm already financing with T-Mobile. I just don't understand the Verizon exclusivity.

 

[Wiley_11]

I don't think this will wear off for me!..........

 

[Cant Miss]

If the 6P didn't exist, I'd be interested in these phones. But I will wait until next year to see what version 2 looks like, and how Google might adapt based on what they learn from their first effort.

Can't help wondering how things might go if Google's expectations are not met from these devices. They're putting themselves smack in the middle of Apple and Sammy, and it is not clear if they will be able to attract lots of new customers from that crowd. I know if I was a fan of either of those brands, I would not be compelled to make either of the Pixels my new phone.

 

[suku_patel_2201]

Well Nexus 6 was expensive as well. People will get used to the price. There is no phone that can gurantee prices

 

[Rich_T123]

But how well did the Motorola Nexus 6 sell at full price?

 

[Wiley_11]

But how well did the Motorola Nexus 6 sell at full price?

Nobody but Google knows.

 

[AndyLeFleur]

I was hoping there was since I'm already with Fi.

 

[sictheangel]

I was honestly kind of surprised there wasn't an incentive to open up a Fi line with a discount on the phone.

I know, me too. The Nexus 5X got a lovely discount; these Pixel Phones should have been discounted for Fi users, so that more people would consider joining, therefore gaining more traction, which would pay off the discount in no time. It would have also made it easier on the wallet, and help with the savings Fi provides.

 

[Cant Miss]

The 5x got no discount anywhere at launch. It wasn't until many months later that discounts were offered.

 

[gabbott]

But how well did the Motorola Nexus 6 sell at full price?

I don't think Google is necessarily looking for this first Pixel to sell extremely well for them to consider it successful.

I believe for them this new direction is about the long term game plan. Getting in with one big carrier where they still have most of the control of the software is one focus.

 

[Golfdriver97]

The 5x got no discount anywhere at launch. It wasn't until many months later that discounts were offered.

True, but even say a 2 week promo for say To and $100 off the retail price wouldn't have been a bad start, either.

 

[codeda]

Well Nexus 6 was expensive as well. People will get used to the price. There is no phone that can gurantee prices

Yeah but everyone complained about the nexus 6 price and it started at 599.

 

[Phenom]

I'm not paying $800+ for a phone. It's just not happening.

 

[anon(5506951)]

Yeah but everyone complained about the nexus 6 price and it started at 599.

The Nexus 6 started at $649.99 in the U.S.

 

[codeda]

The Nexus 6 started at $650 in the U.S.

I must have gotten mine on a sale. It was about 640 after tax from Motorola. I think if the XL started at 650 this would be a lot less of an issue.

 

[choclab1]

Exactly, I'd have no problem with $600-$650, but to go straight to $769 is crazy to me. It was only $500 for my N6P

 

[suku_patel_2201]

Inflation to blame? Frankly I would have loved to buy a Htcdwvjce avain , but looks like I'll have to keep using 5X for another year

 

[JDGAFFLIN]

I still think they should have pushed for these phones to be released on all carriers. My employer covers my bill, as well as 1/2 of the device payments, so long as I purchase the device from Sprint.

OH well.