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expiredBJFish posted Oct 05, 2023 03:38 AM
expiredBJFish posted Oct 05, 2023 03:38 AM

Trade Apple iPhone SE (3rd Gen) & Get 128GB Google Pixel 8 Unlocked Smartphone

after $460 Trade-In Value + Free S/H

$239

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Best Buy is offering their 128GB Google Pixel 8/8 Pro Unlocked Smartphone (various colors) for pre-order listed below after trading in your Used Apple iPhone SE Smartphone (3rd Generation) worth ~$460 in Trade-In Value offer. Shipping or curbside pickup is free.

Thanks to community member BJFish for finding this deal [More Discussion - Thanks joo3y]

Note, this device is on pre-order and is schedule to release October 12, 2023. To receive full trade-in value, your device must be in working condition w/ no damages.

Values of trade-in phones/devices may change at anytime without any given circumstances. Actual trade-in value discount may differ from amount shown on trade-in calculator; after calculating trade-in value, add phone to cart to see actual trade-in value discount.

Ensure that you select the 'Trade-In and Save' tab and select the Apple iPhone SE (3rd Gen) as your trade in device

Available Trade-In Example (note Apple iPhone SE may show $160 trade-in value in calculator; after submitting info, add Pixel to cart and trade-in value should show $460)
  • 128GB Google Pixel 8 Unlock Smartphone Pre-Order (various colors)
    • Trade in your Used Apple iPhone SE Smartphone (3rd Generation)
      • $699 - ~$460 Trade-In Value = $239
        • Note, pre-order of this device will grant you a Google Pixel Buds Pro for Free w/ purchase

Editor's Notes

Written by qwikwit | Staff
  • To receive full offer of device, you must trade in your eligible Apple iPhone SE Smartphone (3rd Gen)
  • Must select an eligible Google Pixel 8 Smartphone device as your purchase
  • The Google Pixel 8 Smartphone is schedule to release on October 12, 2023
  • Added promotional gift is applied to each device
  • Additional terms/conditions may apply
  • Offer valid while trade-in value/offer last
Additional Notes
  • Please refer to the forum thread for additional details - Discombobulated

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Update: This popular deal is still available.

Best Buy is offering their 128GB Google Pixel 8/8 Pro Unlocked Smartphone (various colors) for pre-order listed below after trading in your Used Apple iPhone SE Smartphone (3rd Generation) worth ~$460 in Trade-In Value offer. Shipping or curbside pickup is free.

Thanks to community member BJFish for finding this deal [More Discussion - Thanks joo3y]

Note, this device is on pre-order and is schedule to release October 12, 2023. To receive full trade-in value, your device must be in working condition w/ no damages.

Values of trade-in phones/devices may change at anytime without any given circumstances. Actual trade-in value discount may differ from amount shown on trade-in calculator; after calculating trade-in value, add phone to cart to see actual trade-in value discount.

Ensure that you select the 'Trade-In and Save' tab and select the Apple iPhone SE (3rd Gen) as your trade in device

Available Trade-In Example (note Apple iPhone SE may show $160 trade-in value in calculator; after submitting info, add Pixel to cart and trade-in value should show $460)
  • 128GB Google Pixel 8 Unlock Smartphone Pre-Order (various colors)
    • Trade in your Used Apple iPhone SE Smartphone (3rd Generation)
      • $699 - ~$460 Trade-In Value = $239
        • Note, pre-order of this device will grant you a Google Pixel Buds Pro for Free w/ purchase

Editor's Notes

Written by qwikwit | Staff
  • To receive full offer of device, you must trade in your eligible Apple iPhone SE Smartphone (3rd Gen)
  • Must select an eligible Google Pixel 8 Smartphone device as your purchase
  • The Google Pixel 8 Smartphone is schedule to release on October 12, 2023
  • Added promotional gift is applied to each device
  • Additional terms/conditions may apply
  • Offer valid while trade-in value/offer last
Additional Notes
  • Please refer to the forum thread for additional details - Discombobulated

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Written by BJFish

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Slikku
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Best Buy's page if you want to activate an unlocked device as part of the order says "We're currently only able to activate service on this unlocked device with Verizon, Google Fi Wireless and AT&T."

But that doesn't mean the phone isn't compatible with T-Mobile, it probably means they don't stock T-Mobile SIMs and service. Do you have a source that says this unlocked phone from Best Buy will not take a T-Mobile SIM?

Also, trade-in note at checkout if you're selecting store pickup is "Bring your trade-in device to the store when you pick up your new item."
zhenz
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Then pixel 7 went on sale without any trade-in for $289 from Mint a few months after launch...
tosaynet
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p7 to p8 needs to be $50 or less, otherwise I don't know who is gonna upgrade bruh.

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Oct 06, 2023 05:20 PM
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Oct 06, 2023 05:20 PM
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Quote from zigner :
This info is for all those thinking buying one of the Simple Mobile, Straight Talk, etc type iPhone SE3's from Walmart or other sellers is going to qualify for the juicy $460 credit for the SE3. I went to the store and specifically asked if one of these phones would qualify if I chose Verizon (or any of the 4 big carriers) on the Best Buy trade in info for the SE3 in buying a Pixel 8. She quickly answered that no, those phones would not qualify for the bonus. She explained a bit that it had to do with the big 4 getting involved in the reimbursement of the bonus to Best Buy and that they wouldn't do this for the iPhone SE3 MVNO phones! It's not a mistake that for the iPhone SE3 the trade-in carrier pull down choice only allows the big 4 carriers to be chosen, while other iPhone models have a dozen carriers to choose from. It is purposeful. She was pretty confident and adamant about it.

So all these, "if you have a SE3 from an MVNO, just pick Verizon, they don't care" posts are questionable, to say the least.
Quote from Nandyd :
Straight talk is not Verizon MVNO. It is more akin to Google Fi. It operates across all 3 carriers. I am tempted to try this to have a spare phone. But also concerned if it's worth the trouble.
Lol, top trolls, will sub.

BJFish, OP, why are you arguing with them? They will only just pull you down to their level and beat you with experience.
Oct 06, 2023 05:39 PM
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gulanOct 06, 2023 05:39 PM
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Quote from BJFish :
You only pay tax on $239. Best Buy removes the taxes on the $460 when you do the trade in at the store. Ive done these deals multiple times in the past. This is how it works.
Which state are you in? In CA as I understand, tax is on the original price.
Oct 06, 2023 05:45 PM
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BJFISHYOct 06, 2023 05:45 PM
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Quote from ouloat :
Lol, top trolls, will sub.

BJFish, OP, why are you arguing with them? They will only just pull you down to their level and beat you with experience.
Lol 😆 lots of dummies
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Oct 06, 2023 05:47 PM
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tecnitionOct 06, 2023 05:47 PM
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Quote from gulan :
Which state are you in? In CA as I understand, tax is on the original price.
I hope you're wrong about this because that would suck. But oh well, everyone gets put up rear when you're in CA. Its the Sun tax.
Oct 06, 2023 06:05 PM
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desi100Oct 06, 2023 06:05 PM
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iPhone 11 trade is also a really good deal at 500.
Oct 06, 2023 06:08 PM
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SapdublinbpdjOct 06, 2023 06:08 PM
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Quote from MinhM3929 :
Just went to Best Buy here in Houston. Will let you trade in two phones but only 1 at enhanced value which must be done online and not in store. The other phone will just be given as a store credit which is significantly lower than the enhanced trade in.
What? Then those ppl who traded 2 for enhanced values are not seeing correctly?
Oct 06, 2023 06:17 PM
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oregon14Oct 06, 2023 06:17 PM
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Quote from Nandyd :
Straight talk is not Verizon MVNO. It is more akin to Google Fi. It operates across all 3 carriers. I am tempted to try this to have a spare phone. But also concerned if it's worth the trouble.
Straight Talk was bought by Verizon almost 2 years ago along with Total Wireless (now Total by Verizon) & Tracfone.
It very much IS a Verizon MVNO which can be verified by a quick Google search.
Last edited by oregon14 October 6, 2023 at 12:25 PM.

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ashby37Oct 06, 2023 06:19 PM
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Quote from Sapdublinbpdj :
What? Then those ppl who traded 2 for enhanced values are not seeing correctly?
I traded 2 and got a 300 and 200 bonus
Oct 06, 2023 06:26 PM
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ed1968Oct 06, 2023 06:26 PM
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I got the SE from Walmart. After playing around with it, I found that it ran cool, the fingerprint sensor worked, and the antennas maintained a strong signal. Decided to keep it.
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uroverOct 06, 2023 06:35 PM
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Those who've been to BestBuy, did you see any display units in store?

The Pixel6 and Pixel7 devices came with what's called a rigid OLED. These break very easily even if the outer glass is intact.

I want to checkout the Pixel8 in person before purchase. I'm hoping their new "Actua" displays are actually flexible OLEDs, but we cannot be sure.
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SapdublinbpdjOct 06, 2023 06:50 PM
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Quote from ashby37 :
I traded 2 and got a 300 and 200 bonus
So u just got base prices for one and promotion price for other...what devices u traded? The thibg is bb gave just prome price for 1 device...e.g. if I give 2 iphone 11 then I will get 500+200 not 500+500
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Oct 06, 2023 06:54 PM
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nycelitemasterOct 06, 2023 06:54 PM
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I ordered iPhone Se 2022 total by Verizon. I hope the trade is smooth. I selected Verizon. There was no other option. I am inclined to put a second order using my Pixel 7 for trade in. In case the first one fails, I can then trade in pixel 7. I will get my SE on the 12th. I'll go to pick up the phone on the 13th. Sadly traveling.

Will Walmart take open phone back if it doesn't work out?
Oct 06, 2023 06:59 PM
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geektechOct 06, 2023 06:59 PM
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Quote from ed1968 :
I got the SE from Walmart. After playing around with it, I found that it ran cool, the fingerprint sensor worked, and the antennas maintained a strong signal. Decided to keep it.
So true, it would be so unwise to trade in an SE3 with 4nm TSMC SoC for a Pixel 8 with a 22nm-TSMC-equavalent "4nm" Samsung SoC.
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gulanOct 06, 2023 07:01 PM
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Quote from nycelitemaster :
I ordered iPhone Se 2022 total by Verizon. I hope the trade is smooth. I selected Verizon. There was no other option. I am inclined to put a second order using my Pixel 7 for trade in. In case the first one fails, I can then trade in pixel 7. I will get my SE on the 12th. I'll go to pick up the phone on the 13th. Sadly traveling.

Will Walmart take open phone back if it doesn't work out?
Most likely it will work. I have done this once with Straight Talk Apple iPhone 12 Mini when buying an iphone 13 Pro. They accepted without any issues.

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ashby37Oct 06, 2023 07:21 PM
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Quote from Sapdublinbpdj :
So u just got base prices for one and promotion price for other...what devices u traded? The thibg is bb gave just prome price for 1 device...e.g. if I give 2 iphone 11 then I will get 500+200 not 500+500
I got 670 + 300. 300 was 100 for pixel 6a and 200 bonus

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