What do you want to know?
- Google is offering a limited edition collectible for early Pixel 9 Pro pre-orders, though it’s only available in Australia, Japan, Taiwan, and Singapore.
- The collectible will come in a square box with the Google “G” logo, possibly housing the standard Pixel package and the collectible.
- Google hints that the collectible is tied to the Pixel’s design story, though its exact nature remains a mystery.
As anticipation for Google’s latest hardware grows, the tech giant is already offering a special deal for early Pixel 9 Pro pre-orders.
If you’re in Australia, Japan, Taiwan, or Singapore, you can get a free “limited-edition collectible” with your Pixel 9 Pro pre-order. This news comes straight from a few teasers Google Store in Taiwan, as spotted by 9to5Google.
The report reveals that this special item will come in a square box decorated with Google’s iconic “G” logo and Google Store branding. Given Google’s tendency to offer compact packaging for its Pixel devices, there is speculation that this outer box could contain the usual Pixel retail packaging, with the collectible hidden inside, as stated in the release. Android Police.
Google is fueling excitement around the box’s contents by hinting that it ties into the Pixel’s design heritage.
“Own a piece of Google Pixel design history, exclusively for early orders of our new Pixel 9 Pro phones. Limited time, while supplies last, so act fast.”
While Google suggests that this collectible is a historical piece of Pixel design, the exact item remains a mystery. Unfortunately, its vague description also rules out the possibility that it’s a Pixel Watch or Buds.
On the other hand, last year’s Google Pixel 8 Pro pre-order campaign offered a Pixel Watch 2 as a free incentive to early adopters.
However, consumers are usually treated to a number of limited-time offers on launch day, often including discounts and Google Store credits for accessories.
The teaser came days after Google showed off some glimpses of the Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro Fold in its latest promotional videos.
Unfortunately, this special pre-order bonus is only available in Australia, Japan, Taiwan, and Singapore, leaving Pixel fans in other regions disappointed.
Choosing these Asia-Pacific countries for the exclusive pre-order offer is an interesting move on Google’s part. This targeted approach appears to be a deliberate effort to boost sales and market presence of the high-end Pixel 9 Pro in these regions.