• PLAN: Customers can pre-order the new Google Pixel 9a on flexible tariffs that suit them, with a selection of contract lengths available from three to 48 months on Classic Plans, Plus Plans and Ultimate Plans.
  • SAVING: The new Google Pixel 9a with 15GB is available on an O2 Plus Plan for £31.68 per month, offering a saving of £300 over a 36-month contract term. What’s more, customers can also save up to £350 per Plus Plan contract.
  • PERKS: O2 is the only major network to provide inclusive EU Roaming up to 25GB as standard for all customers, as well as access to a huge range of experiences and rewards via Priority from O2 – offering benefits of nearly £500 per year (Uswitch).
  • UNLOCK DOUBLE DATA: O2 customers who already have, or choose to add, Virgin Media broadband can get their plan with a double data boost and inclusive roaming in 75 international destinations at no extra cost.

From today (1st of April) O2 customers can save £300 when pre-ordering the new Google Pixel 9a and can pocket up to £150 on top of their saving when trading in an old phone via O2 Recycle.

The launch of the Google Pixel 9a arrives on 10th April and features an improved dual rear camera, an improved fingerprint lock and a greater battery life with 5100mAh battery with fast wired and wireless charging.

Those wanting to benefit from the additional £150 bonus can do so by simply trading in an old device via O2 Recycle, which is available to all consumers – even those not on O2 – and offers £197 on average to those trading in unused devices.  As well as smartphones, Brits can help to reduce electronic waste and can make money by trading in a range of electronic goods including tablets, consoles and wearables.

Google Pixel model Data allowance Price (p/m) Upfront fee (£) What’s included in a Plus Plan
 

 

 

 

Google Pixel 9a

 

 

 

 

15GB

 

 

 

 

£31.68

£30 O2 Switch Up

Roaming in 49 EU destinations and 26 additional worldwide as standard (up to 25GB)

Exclusive access to Priority

A six-month subscription to an O2 Extra including Disney+ or Amazon Prime

A three-year warranty

A 36-month contract

O2 customers who also have Virgin Media broadband in their household can enjoy even more benefits worth up to £552*** (according to Choose Broadband) at no extra cost, simply for being a customer of both brands. These perks include:

  • Double mobile data on all eligible O2 mobile plans in the household i.e. if a customer has 10GB as part of their mobile plan, they’ll get a boost to 20GB data for no extra cost.
  • Access to inclusive data roaming in 75 destinations including America, Canada, Australia and 49 European countries as standard.
  • A broadband speed boost to the next available tier i.e. if a customer signed up to M250 package they’d get a boost to M350 at no extra cost.
  • The UK’s market-leading Wi-Fi guarantee which offers minimum download speeds of 30Mbps in every room or £100 credit back. 

When ordering the new Google Pixel 9a on O2, customers can choose from three flexible plans including:

Classic PlanAvailable as standard, offering customers additional benefits at no extra cost, including:

  • Flexibility: O2 Pay Monthly customers can flex their plan to suit their needs by changing the amount of data they have and their contract length once a month (at no extra cost) via the My O2 app.
  • EU Roaming: O2 is the only major UK network to offer inclusive EU roaming as standard including texts, calls and up to 25GB data for no extra while they’re away.
  • O2 Extras: Customers can enjoy up to three months of access to Disney+, Prime, McAfee, Cafeyn or Audible courtesy of O2.

Plus Plan* Available for £3.99 per month more than a Classic Plan, customers can save up to £350 per contract due to the additional benefits included such as:

  • O2 Switch Up: Those wanting to keep up with the latest devices or after the freedom to upgrade mid-contract can do so with O2 Switch Up at no extra cost. The perk allows customers to switch their handset for any new phone of their choice, whether brand new or from O2’s Like New range, every 90 days* regardless of their contract length (if the mobile phone is in good condition and meets Switch Up requirements).
  • O2 Travel Inclusive Zone: O2 customers with a Plus Plan can roam-on in 75 countries, including 49 EU countries and USA, Mexico, Canada and Australia, up to 25GB.
  • O2 Extras: Customers can benefit from of access to Disney+, Prime, McAfee, Cafeyn or Audible courtesy of O2.
  • A three-year warranty: If the device develops a fault through normal use during the warranty period, O2 will replace it or refund the customer for free. All parts and labour are included.
  • Flexibility: O2 Pay Monthly customers can flex their plan to suit their needs by changing the amount of data they have and their contract length once a month (at no extra cost) via the My O2 app.

Ultimate PlanAvailable for an extra £24.99 per month in comparison to a Classic Plan, (in addition to airtime and handset cost), customers can enjoy over £1,000* worth of added value per contract including:

  • O2 Insure – Ultimate Cover: A new level of insurance offering O2’s most comprehensive cover yet, including a 3-Year Warranty and unlimited claims against theft, loss, accidental damage and breakdown. Customers can also benefit from same-day delivery of a replacement device if the claim is successful before 12 noon, available Monday – Friday.
  • O2 Switch Up: Perfect for customers who like to keep up with the latest handset, O2 Switch Up allows customers to swap their current phone for any of the latest and greatest, or one of O2’s Like New mobiles, every 90 days.
  • Extras from O2: Customers can unlock even more value with an O2 Extra included for the lifetime of their Ultimate Plan – choosing from memberships such as Disney+ Premium Plan, Amazon Prime and Cafeyn.
  • McAfee Security: This includes antivirus, safe browsing, identity protection and a VPN perfect for holidaymakers to watch British TV abroad, usually £4.99 per month.
  • O2 Travel Inclusive Zone Ultimate: Ideal for globe trotters, customers can roam freely in more countries than ever before (123 countries worldwide), including the USA, Mexico, Thailand, Turkey and Dubai.
  • Flexibility: O2 Pay Monthly customers can flex their plan to suit their needs by changing the amount of data they have and their contract length once a month (at no extra cost) via the My O2 app.

 

Priority from O2

Virgin Media broadband and O2 customers can enjoy access to Priority, which according to price comparison website, Uswitch, offers members average savings of up to £500 each year**. Through Priority, members can get access to exclusive rewards, unique experiences and daily treats, as well as 48-hour early access to thousands of nationwide gigs and events, through Priority Tickets.

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