With the Honor X9b mid-ranger slated to drop in India on February 15th, Honor is sweetening the pot trying to generate hype. They just announced a new “Protect Plan” that will come free for all X9b buyers on launch day!
Normally this care package retails for ₹2,999 (USD 36) – so nice added value. It bundles a 1-time free screen replacement within 6 months, an extended 18-month warranty, VIP phone support, and even a Buyback program. Let’s break down what you’ll score:
First off, that screen replacement perk is clutch. God forbid you crack this thing right away, Honor will handle doorstep delivery both ways to their authorized repair centers. No questions asked!
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The Buyback program is interesting too – basically a 30-day moneyback guarantee. Decide you don’t like it? Return within a month for up to a 90% refund. Some limitations apply, but still a nice fallback when you’re unsure about a new phone.
You’ll also land an extra 6 months of warranty coverage for manufacturing defects on top of the standard 1 year. So you’re protected there for a total of 18 months. And their upgraded support promises red-carpet phone service if anything pops up.
For what it’s worth, we already reviewed the X9b after its launch in Europe (Magic6 Lite brand). And even at a ~€400 MSRP, it brings some solid well-rounded value in the midrange. The free Protect Plan is just the icing on the cake for Indian customers!
Think that’ll give Honor a leg up over fierce competitors like Samsung’s A series and Xiaomi’s Redmi Note contingent? Either way, nice to see them looking out for early adopters ready to take the plunge on launch day. Let me know if you nab one!