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Select Best Buy Stores: 64GB Google Pixel 3a Verizon Phone w/ Verizon Activation Expired

$240
$449.99
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Best Buy has select 64GB Google Pixel 3a Verizon Smartphones on sale starting at $199.99 when you select 'Activate Today' on an eligible new or existing Verizon postpaid plan (starting at $35/mo. + one-time $40 Activation or Upgrade Fee). Select free store pickup where stock permits. Thanks adamjeeps

Note, availability for pickup is limited and may vary by location.

Available options:
  • Pixel 3a (Verizon Model)
    • $199.99 w/ Acivation Today
    • or $8.33/mo. via 24-mo. Device Payment Plan w/ Acivation Today
      • + $40 one-time activation fee (new lines/accounts) or upgrade fee (existing lines)
  • Pixel 3a XL (Verizon Model)
    • $279.99 w/ Acivation Today
    • or $11.66/mo. via 24-mo. Device Payment Plan w/ Acivation Today
      • + $40 one-time activation fee (new lines/accounts) or upgrade fee (existing lines)
Specs
  • 5.6" 2220x1080 (3a) or 6" 2160x1080 (3a XL) OLED Display
  • Qualcomm Snapdragon 670 Octa-Core Processor
  • 4GB RAM
  • 64GB Internal Storage
  • Cameras: 12.2 MP rear | 8MP front
  • Fingerprint Sensor
  • 802.11ac WiFi | Bluetooth 5.0 | NFC
  • 3.5mm Headphone Jack
  • USB-C Port
  • 3000 mAh (3a) or 37000 mah (3a XL) battery
  • Android 9.0 Pie (upgradable to Android 10)
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Google - Pixel 3a - Just Black (Verizon)

Can do 24 payments of $8.33/month (no bill credits) or pay now $199.99 and a Verizon activation fee of $40 for either offer. Plus tax. Upgrade or new line. Looks to be store pickup only.

Good deal for a decent phone. Verizon will unlock it after 60 days of service EDIT: Possibly unlocked out of the box per this article:https://www.droid-life.com/2018/1...l-for-now/ I can not confirm this, though.

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/goog...Id=6347769

Thanks H0Tfudge for the 3a XL at $279.99, same details as above:

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/goog...Id=6347776
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japanimator
02-10-2020 at 01:07 PM.
02-10-2020 at 01:07 PM.
How long does one need to be on postpaid Verizon before it can be moved to an MVNO?
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gabolous
02-10-2020 at 01:08 PM.
02-10-2020 at 01:08 PM.
Isn't the Pixel 3a unlocked out of the box?
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gabolous
02-10-2020 at 01:09 PM.
02-10-2020 at 01:09 PM.
When Sprint had a similar offer, I was able to cancel the service but keep the phone.
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japanimator
02-10-2020 at 01:12 PM.
02-10-2020 at 01:12 PM.
Quote from gabolous :
Isn't the Pixel 3a unlocked out of the box?
If this ended up being an unlocked 3a for $240 + tax out the door, I'd be very happy.
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giantbruin
02-10-2020 at 01:17 PM.
02-10-2020 at 01:17 PM.
Can you have them not put the SIM card in the phone and then cancel service within 3 days to get a full refund, including the activation fee? I did that with Verizon and the Moto G7 last fall.
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adamjeeps
02-10-2020 at 01:17 PM.
02-10-2020 at 01:17 PM.
Quote from gabolous :
Isn't the Pixel 3a unlocked out of the box?
Possible, according to this article:

https://www.droid-life.com/2018/1...l-for-now/

Personally, I would assume it will be locked for 60 days and if it is unlocked, then that is just an added bonus.

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02-10-2020 at 01:27 PM.
02-10-2020 at 01:27 PM.
Clearly we need a pioneer. Who's willing to take the hit?
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christsizeshoes
02-10-2020 at 01:34 PM.
02-10-2020 at 01:34 PM.
If I'm currently month-to-month (no contract) with Verizon postpaid, can I grab this and just pay a $40 "upgrade" fee without committing to a contract? Or is the whole catch that you're on the hook for a 2-year contract if you do this?
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BoNg420
02-10-2020 at 01:36 PM.
02-10-2020 at 01:36 PM.
I think if you don't use the SIM card BB provides for you and continue to use the current SIM you don't pay the activation fee. At least this used to be the case. Also I thought it helped to have the phone shipped so you can dispose of the SIM card that's sent separately or you remove it before turning on and activating the phone. Not sure if BB turns the phone on with their SIM in store before you leave.
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ultrasubzero123
02-10-2020 at 01:37 PM.
02-10-2020 at 01:37 PM.
Quote from adamjeeps :
Possible, according to this article:

https://www.droid-life.com/2018/1...l-for-now/

Personally, I would assume it will be locked for 60 days and if it is unlocked, then that is just an added bonus.
Do you need to have a Verizon line and/or activate new service for this deal?
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adamjeeps
02-10-2020 at 01:37 PM.
02-10-2020 at 01:37 PM.
Quote from brettjrob :
If I'm currently month-to-month (no contract) with Verizon postpaid, can I grab this and just pay a $40 "upgrade" fee without committing to a contract? Or is the whole catch that you're on the hook for a 2-year contract if you do this?
No contract. You can pay the one time cost of $200 or do the 24 payments of $8.33 per month. You can pay off the phone payments after 15 days I think. Would be easier to pay the $200 upfront but if cash is tight then do the $8.33 per month. Keep in mind if you port the number or cancel the line, the remaining payments become due.
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Waiting4Hope
02-10-2020 at 01:39 PM.
02-10-2020 at 01:39 PM.
Quote from giantbruin :
Can you have them not put the SIM card in the phone and then cancel service within 3 days to get a full refund, including the activation fee? I did that with Verizon and the Moto G7 last fall.

That would be a deaaaal !!!
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jimx200
02-10-2020 at 01:40 PM.
02-10-2020 at 01:40 PM.
These Pixel's are unlocked for all carriers. No need to wait.
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