Google Launches Shop Devices Tab for Pixel and Samsung
Google has launched a new portal that enables users to purchase Samsung Galaxy smartphones side by side with Google hardware.
Radwan AbdulhadiEditor and technology writer
Introduction to the Shop Devices Portal
Google has launched a new “Shop devices” portal that lets interested buyers pick up a Samsung Galaxy smartphone from the Google Store, right alongside a Pixel phone or Watch, according to reporting by 9to5Google.
The Google Store has traditionally served as the primary destination for acquiring a Pixel smartphone or other proprietary Google products. However, over the past several months, the platform has quietly expanded its offerings to include devices from other manufacturers.
Previous Limitations and Play Points Integration
Previously, acquiring a device from alternative brands through official channels involved specific constraints. Through the Play Store’s Play Points program, eligible buyers have been able to place an order for Samsung Galaxy devices through the Google Store.
Until the recent rollout, that method remained the exclusive pathway for such purchases, relying entirely on selective offers or targeted redemptions rather than a generalized storefront catalog.
Expanded Access Through the Play Store
Google is now elevating this cross-brand availability with a dedicated “Shop devices” tab within the Play Store interface. This addition, which appears to be rolling out fairly widely, populates a unified page featuring a variety of hardware options.
The catalog showcases an assortment of both Google Pixel and Samsung Galaxy devices, streamlining the browsing experience into a single location for consumers interested in either ecosystem.
Checkout Experience and Perks
While the product layout within the new tab can feel somewhat scattershot, the underlying purchasing functionality remains straightforward. Users select their desired device and complete the checkout process directly via the Google Store.
Shoppers utilizing this portal receive standard ecosystem benefits, including the regular 10% Google One cashback reward. Additionally, customers retain the ability to apply accumulated Google Store credit toward purchases of Samsung devices just as they would for Pixel hardware.
Pricing Details and Market Context
Notably, Google has not raised the price of Samsung’s Galaxy S26 series through this newly introduced portal yet, providing a distinct option for buyers looking to navigate recent market pricing shifts.
This integration offers additional flexibility for consumers navigating the broader mobile market, even as external reports indicate that global smartphone shipments dropped by 20%, hitting their lowest point in 14 years amid an ongoing memory crisis.
Broader Samsung Pricing Adjustments
The stable pricing observed within the new Google portal contrasts with broader retail trends. Reports indicate that Samsung officially raises Galaxy S26 prices by $100, but it hasn’t changed everywhere across all global regions and distribution channels just yet.
Ultimately, while cross-platform retail integration via the Google Store may not appeal to every consumer, it marks a significant shift in how hardware options are presented to buyers within the broader Android ecosystem.
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- 9to5GoogleGoogle’s new ‘Shop devices’ tab sells Pixel and Samsung Galaxy devices side by side
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