Singtel and Starhub to offer Google Pixel 3 in Singapore
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The local telcos will include Google merchandise as part of their promo. Both Singtel and Starhub will offer Google’s flagship phone Pixel 3 as it launches in Singapore. Google itself will sell the handset through its online store starting 1 November.
With price ranging from $1,249 for its 5.5-inch model and $1,399 for the 6.3-inch XL model, Google’s flagship will be sold in three colours including Just Black, Clearly White, and new colour Not Pink which will be sold exclusively by Singtel.
Those who will buy from Singtel will also get a free Google Pixel Stand worth $119 when they additionally purchase certain data subscriptions. Meanwhile, those who will buy from Starhub will get Google Assistant worth $189 as a freebie.
“Pixel users can gain an edge while streaming high-definition videos and chatting with the Google Assistant,” Starhub vice president of segment and marketing Donovan Kik said.
Singtel launched the phone for pre-orders on 10 October.
Questions & Answers
Q.When will Google begin selling the Pixel 3 directly to customers in Singapore?
When will Google begin selling the Pixel 3 directly to customers in Singapore?
Google will start selling the Pixel 3 through its own online store from 1 November. This provides an alternative purchasing option to the local telcos, which launched pre-orders earlier.
Q.What is the price difference between the two available models of the Google Pixel 3?
What is the price difference between the two available models of the Google Pixel 3?
The 5.5-inch Pixel 3 model is priced at $1,249. The larger 6.3-inch XL model is available for $1,399, representing a $150 difference between the two sizes.
Q.Which specific benefits do customers receive for purchasing the Pixel 3 from Singtel compared to Starhub?
Which specific benefits do customers receive for purchasing the Pixel 3 from Singtel compared to Starhub?
Singtel customers get a free Google Pixel Stand, valued at $119, when buying certain data subscriptions. Starhub customers, however, receive Google Assistant as a freebie, which is worth $189.
Q.Is the new 'Not Pink' colour available from both telcos, or is it exclusive to one?
Is the new 'Not Pink' colour available from both telcos, or is it exclusive to one?
The new 'Not Pink' colour is exclusively sold by Singtel. The other two colours, Just Black and Clearly White, are available from both Singtel and Starhub.
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