Google’s first decent Pixel 6 and 6 Pro deal has finally arrived

It may have become customary over the last few years for new high-end Samsung smartphones to get various freebies and even outright discounts shortly after making their commercial debut, but bargain hunters are often finding it a lot harder for a much longer period of time to save big on flagships from other brands.

At long last, the US Google Store has quietly kicked off a limited-time promotion yesterday, offering $100 savings with no carrier commitments or device trade-ins through March 18. Unfortunately, the unprecedented deal is not quite as straightforward as you’re probably hoping, requiring a Google Store Financing credit card account.

The $100 discount will not be applied directly to the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro’s list prices, so you’ll still need to cough up at least $599 and $899 respectively to ultimately score some potentially useful statement credit. Said $100 credit should appear on your account within two billing periods of your purchase, and obviously, you’ll have to keep your account open and in good standing to actually be allowed to use the statement credit.