LeEco finally made its latest phones and TVs available in the U.S. last month, but they were only available via the company's LeMall website. Now, the company announced on Tuesday, Nov. 29, that its smartphones and TVs will also be available from selected U.S. retailers beginning Dec. 1.
LeEco Phones & TVs On Amazon, Best Buy & Target
LeEco made the official announcement on its company website. The measure aims to make LeEco premium products even more accessible, according to a statement made by Danny Bowman, LeEco North America chief revenue officer.
This is a big step for LeEco, according to PC Mag. Moving to third-party retailers is the latest sign that the company aims for a major U.S. expansion. It is also a smart move to make at the beginning of the busy holiday shopping season.
LeEco products are, in general, cheaper than their rivals. For instance, the flagship LePro 3 smartphone costs just a fraction of the cost of the new Google Pixel XL. LeEco's mobile device matches the Google's handet's power, at least on paper.
Digital Trends reports that Best Buy locations will offer LeEco phones and TVs. In addition to physical locations, LeEco products will also be available on Best Buy's online store, as well as other online retailers such as Amazon and Target. Carriers and wireless dealers will also offer LeEco smartphones.
LeEco and DirectTV Now live TV streaming service have teamed up to offer DirecTV Now subscriptions to customers purchasing select LeEco products. The launch data of LeEco products on Dec. 1 comes just one day after the launch of DirectTV Now service.
LeEco Deals
Customers who are purchasing the Super4 X3 Pro EcoTV, Le S3 or Le Pro3 smartphones will receive three months access to DirecTV Now. Those who are buying a Super4 X55 or Super4 X65 TV will receive six months of DirectTV Now service. A full year of DirecTV Now service for free is offered to customers buying the company's flagship uMax85 TV. Depending on the product, the LeMall online store is also offering price discounts ranging from $80 to $200.
