Google released the Nexus 9 in early November, right in line with the holiday shopping season. As with that release date, the N9 places itself as a potential Christmas gift. The lackluster launch combined with a lack of discounts for the holiday season just makes it worse.
"Best Buy Black Friday 2014"
That means all 16GB varieties are at the same price as the Nexus 9. And you can get the 64GB Air 2 for only $20 more than the 32GB Nexus 9. Even with Samsung, you can pick-up a 64GB microSD for $25.
I'm an Android fan since I like the open nature of the operating system but I don't like it that much when competitors are at good price points. 95% of consumers are not going to pick Google at those price points.
"Best Buy Black Friday 2014"
- 16 GB iPad Air 2 - $399
- 64 GB iPad Air 2 - $499
- 16 GB Samsung Tab S 10.5 (Titanium Bronze) - $399
- 16 GB Nexus 9 - $399
- 32 GB Nexus 9 - $479
That means all 16GB varieties are at the same price as the Nexus 9. And you can get the 64GB Air 2 for only $20 more than the 32GB Nexus 9. Even with Samsung, you can pick-up a 64GB microSD for $25.
I'm an Android fan since I like the open nature of the operating system but I don't like it that much when competitors are at good price points. 95% of consumers are not going to pick Google at those price points.