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128GB Google Pixel 6a 5G Unlocked Smartphone (Various Colors)

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$299

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Various Retailers have the 128GB Google Pixel 6a 5G Unlocked Smartphone (Various Colors) on sale for $299. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Members callme100nu & ChristopherC2338 [discuss] for sharing this deal.

Available from:Specs/Key Features
  • Google Tensor Octa-Core Mali-G78 MP20
  • 6.1" 2400x1080p Corning Gorilla Glass 3 Touchscreen Display
  • 128GB Internal Storage
  • 6GB LPDDR5 RAM
  • IP67 Dust/Water Resistant
  • Nano-SIM/eSIM
  • WiFi 6 w/ Bluetooth 5.2
  • GSM/HSPA/LTE/5G
  • Li-Po 4410 mAh Non Removable Battery
  • Fast Charging 18W + USB Power Delivery 3.0
  • Android 12 (Upgradable to Android 13)
Warranty
  • Product will include a 1-year manufacturer warranty w/ purchase

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Written by callme100nu
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Update: This popular deal is still available.

Various Retailers have the 128GB Google Pixel 6a 5G Unlocked Smartphone (Various Colors) on sale for $299. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Members callme100nu & ChristopherC2338 [discuss] for sharing this deal.

Available from:Specs/Key Features
  • Google Tensor Octa-Core Mali-G78 MP20
  • 6.1" 2400x1080p Corning Gorilla Glass 3 Touchscreen Display
  • 128GB Internal Storage
  • 6GB LPDDR5 RAM
  • IP67 Dust/Water Resistant
  • Nano-SIM/eSIM
  • WiFi 6 w/ Bluetooth 5.2
  • GSM/HSPA/LTE/5G
  • Li-Po 4410 mAh Non Removable Battery
  • Fast Charging 18W + USB Power Delivery 3.0
  • Android 12 (Upgradable to Android 13)
Warranty
  • Product will include a 1-year manufacturer warranty w/ purchase

Editor's Notes

Written by StrawMan86 | Staff

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Written by callme100nu

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198four
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Avoid this phone like a plague. While the phone is great while it works and so is the camera, I constantly have issues with dropped calls and incoming calls going straight to voice mail … I didn't believe the reviews about bad reception and still bought it and now I am outside of the return window
Scubaslim
259 Posts
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We have 3 of these phones in my family. None of them have any issues
rpothine
35 Posts
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The description clearly says "Unlocked". What reviews are you referring to?

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Nov 04, 2022 06:20 PM
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johannvonperfectNov 04, 2022 06:20 PM
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Quote from ImaPuppy :
Correct, it'll go back to your original payment method. I've done like 7 trade-ins there and they all worked that way.
Quote from BillyJackAz :
Yes, the trade-in credit gets credited back to your original payment source (credit card, debit card, PayPal, etc.).

If I'm not mistaken, *if* there is some sort of problem, with regards to them refunding the trade-in credit back to your credit/debit card, then, they will give you Google Store credit. Otherwise, the trade-in credit is refunded to whichever payment method that you used to buy the phone.
Thank you both!
Nov 04, 2022 06:30 PM
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ImaPuppyNov 04, 2022 06:30 PM
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Quote from BillyJackAz :
Yes, the trade-in credit gets credited back to your original payment source (credit card, debit card, PayPal, etc.).

If I'm not mistaken, *if* there is some sort of problem, with regards to them refunding the trade-in credit back to your credit/debit card, then, they will give you Google Store credit. Otherwise, the trade-in credit is refunded to whichever payment method that you used to buy the phone.
Yep, as an example I bought a 6a for $349 and traded in an iphone 8 for $385. Received $349 back to my card, got the rest in google store credit.
Nov 04, 2022 07:26 PM
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imjimmyNov 04, 2022 07:26 PM
2,574 Posts
Quote from johannvonperfect :
Anybody have some input on the OP deal for the 6a at $299 vs. jumping through some minor hoops to get the 7 for $324 + tax per the instructions above? (I would never use a future $100 Google store credit so I am eliminating that from the equation)
There's a LOT MORE risk in this deal. Google has been known to deny Trade ins or give much lower value. The $135 spend on Straight talk is non refundable.
Nov 04, 2022 08:10 PM
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johannvonperfectNov 04, 2022 08:10 PM
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Quote from imjimmy :
There's a LOT MORE risk in this deal. Google has been known to deny Trade ins or give much lower value. The $135 spend on Straight talk is non refundable.
Correct me if I'm wrong, but if it came to that, you could at least refund the phone to Straight Talk, but not the plan. (Still something to think about - throwing away $35 certainly isn't slick.)
Nov 05, 2022 10:57 AM
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BarakaNov 05, 2022 10:57 AM
339 Posts
What are potential or known issues to test for on a 6a?

I see a bunch of random complaints in this thread...
Nov 05, 2022 07:58 PM
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Alec-MSNov 05, 2022 07:58 PM
16 Posts
Quote from 198four :
Avoid this phone like a plague. While the phone is great while it works and so is the camera, I constantly have issues with dropped calls and incoming calls going straight to voice mail … I didn't believe the reviews about bad reception and still bought it and now I am outside of the return window
I have the exact same issue with three 3A phones on TMOBILE, nothing and no one could solve the issue. There's a some kind of glitch on Pixel being on TMO.
Nov 06, 2022 07:19 PM
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vonDubenshireNov 06, 2022 07:19 PM
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Quote from ImaPuppy :
No I'm aware, I was also sent the email with a code. What I'm asking is: Are there 10 different codes or 1 code to send out 10 times? I tried doing the latter and my code no longer works for no specific reason.
10 codes one sent at a time

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Nov 06, 2022 07:40 PM
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BraveTent2956Nov 06, 2022 07:40 PM
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Quote from vonDubenshire :
10 codes one sent at a time
I did used the code from a user .. When will it be applied to the account and how to know if it did apply
Nov 07, 2022 07:23 AM
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obbbNov 07, 2022 07:23 AM
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Quote from igotaq :
Turn off 5g. I have the same issue with calls going to VM. I'm on TMobile
In my opinion, this is very very good advice. If you are close enough to get a good 5G signal, you are probably close enough to have a very good LTE signal. Phone calls use LTE. 5G is used for data only. My LTE data is plenty fast enough. This is good advice not only for pixels but for other phones like Samsung. (I use a pixel 6 and like it)
Nov 07, 2022 05:15 PM
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srirodeNov 07, 2022 05:15 PM
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Quote from xcougar :
Email says you can refer 10 friends while the fine print refers to it as a single use code.
"Give $100. Get $100.
Know someone who would love a Pixel too?

You and a friend will both get a $100 Google Store credit if they buy a Pixel 6a, Pixel 7, or Pixel 7 Pro with the code below.1

You can refer up to 10 friends for a total of $1,000 in credit.

<code witheld , slickdeals policy>"
Fineprint:
"
Refer a friend to purchase Pixel 6a, Pixel 7 or Pixel 7 Pro from Google Store using the single use, referral code provided in this email, and both you (i.e. Code giver) and your friend who uses the code (i.e. Code user) will get a $100 promotional code later by email. Referral code must be used by June 30, 2023 or it will expire. To redeem the referral code, the code user should visit store.google.com, sign-in with their Google account credentials, add a Pixel 6a, Pixel 7 or Pixel 7 Pro to their cart, and enter the referral code as a promo code during checkout.

Referral code is provided by Google LLC for use on Google Store only, and subject to the following terms. Available only to United States residents with shipping addresses in the United States. Must be age 18 or older. Code user must have internet access and must have or add a form of payment at checkout, but may not be charged depending on shipping rates in the code user's region. Referral codes cannot be used with Guest Checkout, so the Code user must be signed-in to their Google account to redeem the code. Referral codes may be redeemed only on Google Store for eligible items as allowed by applicable laws. See additional Google Store Promotion Terms for more information (https://store.google.com/terms/go...romo_codes).

Code users who checkout as guests are ineligible to receive the $100 promotional code. Code users must have Google Pay profiles registered to the country where purchase was made in order for the promotional codes to be issued to the Code user and Code giver, and once issued will be in the currency of the country where purchase was made. The promotional code can only be used in the country of purchase. Limit 10 referral codes per Code giver, 1 Code user per referral code. Offer isn't valid if the eligible device (or any part of the order) is returned. Code giver and Code user will receive an email with the promotional code within 8-10 weeks after the end of the promotion. It's non‑transferable, and not valid for cash or a cash equivalent. Shipping charges may apply at checkout. Void where prohibited.

To redeem your promotional code, visit store.google.com, add the desired device to your cart, enter the promotional code during checkout to receive a $100 discount for purchase of any device on Google Store. $100 discount will be applied at checkout. Promotional code must be redeemed by September 30, 2023 or it will expire. Promotional codes may be redeemed only on Google Store for eligible items as allowed by applicable laws. See additional Google Store Promotion Terms for more information (https://store.google.com/terms/go...mo_codes).
"
When will the $100 instore credit be sent? Has anyone received it yet?
Nov 07, 2022 07:11 PM
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NobleX13Nov 07, 2022 07:11 PM
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I have a code available. PM me.
Nov 07, 2022 07:32 PM
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FatFreddieNov 07, 2022 07:32 PM
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Quote from srirode :
When will the $100 instore credit be sent? Has anyone received it yet?
"Code giver and Code user will receive an email with the promotional code within 8-10 weeks after the end of the promotion. It's non‑transferable"
Nov 07, 2022 07:34 PM
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srirodeNov 07, 2022 07:34 PM
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Quote from FatFreddie :
"Code giver and Code user will receive an email with the promotional code within 8-10 weeks after the end of the promotion. It's non‑transferable"
Do you know when the promotion ends?
Nov 07, 2022 07:37 PM
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FatFreddieNov 07, 2022 07:37 PM
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Quote from srirode :
Do you know when the promotion ends?
No, I just quoted from the terms and conditions.

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Nov 07, 2022 07:40 PM
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xcougarNov 07, 2022 07:40 PM
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Quote from FatFreddie :
No, I just quoted from the terms and conditions.
The promotion continues for months, from memory. I just received a new code overnight when one was used.

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