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expired Posted by RevOne | Staff • Nov 16, 2023

Total by Verizon 128GB Google Pixel 6a 5G (Locked) + 60-Days Prepaid Service

In-Store only w/ New Line Activation

$160

$260

38% off
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Target (store locator) is offering Total by Verizon 128GB Google Pixel 6a 5G Prepaid Smartphone (Locked) for $99.99 when you activate a new line with 60-days of prepaid service; plans start at $30/month, making total price $99.99 + $60 for 2-months service = $159.99. This offer is valid in-store only.

Thanks to Deal Editor RevOne for posting this deal.
  • Note: Availability may vary by location.
Specs:
  • 128GB storage, 6GB LPDDR5 RAM, 128 GB UFS 3.1 storage
  • Rear camera: 4K video @ 60 FPS
  • Front camera: Up to 1080p @ 30 FPS, 12 MP 114° ultra wide camera
  • Titan M2TM security coprocessor
  • IP67 resistance
  • Fingerprint Unlock with under-display
  • 6.1-inch FHD+ OLED display

Editor's Notes

Written by SlickDealio | Staff
  • Offer ends 11/25.
  • One promotion per Total by Verizon account.
  • While supplies last.
  • Requires a new line of activation in-store and the purchase of 2 months of service on a Total by Verizon Unlimited plan.
  • Taxes and fees apply.
  • Device will automatically unlock 60 days after the date of activation.
  • No contract. No credit check required. Cancel service at any time.
  • Please refer to the forum thread for additional details & discussion.
  • Sign-up for Target RedCard to save an additional 5%, receive free shipping, and attain an extended return period.

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Written by RevOne | Staff
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Target (store locator) is offering Total by Verizon 128GB Google Pixel 6a 5G Prepaid Smartphone (Locked) for $99.99 when you activate a new line with 60-days of prepaid service; plans start at $30/month, making total price $99.99 + $60 for 2-months service = $159.99. This offer is valid in-store only.

Thanks to Deal Editor RevOne for posting this deal.
  • Note: Availability may vary by location.
Specs:
  • 128GB storage, 6GB LPDDR5 RAM, 128 GB UFS 3.1 storage
  • Rear camera: 4K video @ 60 FPS
  • Front camera: Up to 1080p @ 30 FPS, 12 MP 114° ultra wide camera
  • Titan M2TM security coprocessor
  • IP67 resistance
  • Fingerprint Unlock with under-display
  • 6.1-inch FHD+ OLED display

Editor's Notes

Written by SlickDealio | Staff
  • Offer ends 11/25.
  • One promotion per Total by Verizon account.
  • While supplies last.
  • Requires a new line of activation in-store and the purchase of 2 months of service on a Total by Verizon Unlimited plan.
  • Taxes and fees apply.
  • Device will automatically unlock 60 days after the date of activation.
  • No contract. No credit check required. Cancel service at any time.
  • Please refer to the forum thread for additional details & discussion.
  • Sign-up for Target RedCard to save an additional 5%, receive free shipping, and attain an extended return period.

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Written by RevOne | Staff

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5650565
27 Posts
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Dont forget that its impossible to Unlock Bootloader in Verizon versions of phones
Vic121
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So here is the Deet's:

- It is locked to Total By Verizon but most Total by Verizon sim kits show both "Total by Verizon" and "Straight Talk" logos on it. So to be safe consider those networks or Tracfone direct as Network options. May be able to "rebrand" for Page Plus usage but most reps don't do that anymore.

- Some people have reported you only need to pay for one month but you MUST wait for 60 days to officially unlock the device. You can pay for 2 months if you want to be on the safe side.

- Once unlocked(after 60 day wait period) it is essentially the unlocked North American Google Edition so it will be the same as buying a normal Unlocked Pixel 6a directly from Google when they were sold through Google. Note: OEM Bootloader Unlock is permently disabled as it is from a Carrier not From Google Direct.

- Some people have noted a few things about this phone that were not great: Fingerprint unlock is not as smooth as other phones, Heating issues(I did experience this one), Poor network reception as it is using the First gen Tensor modem like the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro.

- Target Employees may be able to get an additional discount on the phone, but after Target learned about the Slickdealer abuse of Team Member numbers and discount they changed the way you access the TM Discount now and it is no longer a Team Member number anymore. In Short: You must actually work for Target now and work for at least 1-3 days to use the new way to get a TM Discount. "TM's that are caught giving random people a TM discount and is using their discount in a way that is against Target's rules can be disciplined up to them losing their job". "TM's can share their discount with "select people" that Target deems eligible like Spouse's and select other people".

5% off with Redcard still applies to everyone weather a Team Member or consumer. So you might want to try and sign up for a Debit Redcard so that you can get that 5% off any time you shop at Target with No Monthly Card fee(Active Bank account required as transactions will be pulled from that account).

- Lastly: If you sign up with Total by Verizon you can get Disney+ included for either 6 months or for the life of the plan depending on which plan you Choose. Total plans that include Disney+ for the life of the plan are not subjected to rate increases.

Or

Sign up with the Straight Talk Gold or Platinum plan and get Walmart+ Included for the life of the plan. Walmart + now includes Paramount+ as well so you will get that included too.
shortribs
37 Posts
14 Reputation
Great deal but the complaints about the fingerprint reader are real, it's super frustrating. About half the time I have to let it fail several times and enter a pin. Currently thinking life would be easier if I just turn it off.

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Nov 17, 2023
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Joined Dec 2013
Nov 17, 2023
Daniel2638
Nov 17, 2023
31 Posts
How can an existing Total By Verizon customer do this deal?
1
Nov 17, 2023
2,268 Posts
Joined Nov 2007
Nov 17, 2023
obidawsn
Nov 17, 2023
2,268 Posts
We have a Pixel 6a through Spectrum wireless that has a broken screen. It looks to be $99 just to buy a screen replacement (way more, I'm sure, to get someone to replace it since I'm not 100% comfortable replacing it myself). I'm wondering if it might be better to look into a deal like this and try to unlock it (or see if it will work with the Spectrum SIM since they're both on Verizon Network). It would be nice if I could get it for $100 without having to pay for the two months of activation. But that's probably too good of a dream to come true Smilie
1
Nov 17, 2023
284 Posts
Joined Nov 2016
Nov 17, 2023
Syriana
Nov 17, 2023
284 Posts
Quote from StrongTank3603 :
Best deal is the s23 FE for 140
S23 FE has been out of stock at Metro for a couple of weeks now and very few stores received the device.
Metro has updated their website on the S23 FE and instead of out of stock it shows "this device is currently unavailable online, find nearby stores" which could indicate that this will be an only in-store device so they can rip you off in their shady stores
Nov 17, 2023
654 Posts
Joined Mar 2012
Nov 17, 2023
MaratV
Nov 17, 2023
654 Posts
This is a super good deal if it can work with simple mobile, which is Verizon and they will have a Black Friday deal coming up soon. Last year was $15 a month.

This phone still holds its value, right now if you want to buy Google pixel 8, Google will give you $200 for this phone
Nov 17, 2023
42 Posts
Joined Nov 2007
Nov 17, 2023
eddantes7
Nov 17, 2023
42 Posts
Quote from shortribs :
Great deal but the complaints about the fingerprint reader are real, it's super frustrating. About half the time I have to let it fail several times and enter a pin. Currently thinking life would be easier if I just turn it off.
I have occasional issues with the fingerprint sensor, but nothing major over the past year that I've had it for...I would say it's no more or less than the issues I've had with other phones fingerprint readers.
Nov 17, 2023
199 Posts
Joined Sep 2022
Nov 17, 2023
StrongTank3603
Nov 17, 2023
199 Posts
Quote from Syriana :
S23 FE has been out of stock at Metro for a couple of weeks now and very few stores received the device.
Metro has updated their website on the S23 FE and instead of out of stock it shows "this device is currently unavailable online, find nearby stores" which could indicate that this will be an only in-store device so they can rip you off in their shady stores
Got one last week at 5am PST
Nov 17, 2023
615 Posts
Joined Dec 2011
Nov 17, 2023
sdfan567
Nov 17, 2023
615 Posts
Quote from eddantes7 :
I have occasional issues with the fingerprint sensor, but nothing major over the past year that I've had it for...I would say it's no more or less than the issues I've had with other phones fingerprint readers.
Same. Removing screen protector made all the difference

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Nov 17, 2023
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dreamwarrior
Nov 17, 2023
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Quote from echip :
So you could buy a Total phone, and unlock it with a cheap TracFone SIM?
I guess because both Total and Tracfone part of Verizon.

Do you think we could buy a Verizon phone and unlock it with cheap TracFone SIM too?
You can use the phone on Tracfone but it's considered a BYOD and requires 1 year of service to unlock. Better to pay for 2 months on Total and then switch it to Tracfone.
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Nov 17, 2023
11,575 Posts
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Nov 17, 2023
oregon14
Nov 17, 2023
11,575 Posts
Quote from dreamwarrior :
You can use the phone on Tracfone but it's considered a BYOD and requires 1 year of service to unlock. Better to pay for 2 months on Total and then switch it to Tracfone.
That hasn't been true for 2 years.
Activate as a locked TF on TF (sim works for all TF brands) and phone will auto unlock in 60 days.
Have done it several times with both Straight Talk & Total phones. If have an issue activating just call & have TF rebrand.
Nov 17, 2023
324 Posts
Joined Feb 2014
Nov 17, 2023
p233asw
Nov 17, 2023
324 Posts
Quote from shortribs :
Great deal but the complaints about the fingerprint reader are real, it's super frustrating. About half the time I have to let it fail several times and enter a pin. Currently thinking life would be easier if I just turn it off.
I can attest to this. Fking hate that phone so much because of the HORRIBLE fingerprint reader. My Moto Edge has a power button fingerprint reader. Probably the fastest I've ever used. Literally better than faceID on my 15 pro. Why can't we just have that!!!? Simple and yet most effective is the power button fingerprint unlock!
Nov 17, 2023
382 Posts
Joined Jan 2020
Nov 17, 2023
NavyDolphin310
Nov 17, 2023
382 Posts
Now 49.99 with activation(verizon) at bestbuy but not available for deliveryFrown
Nov 17, 2023
350 Posts
Joined Jul 2019
Nov 17, 2023
WickaFlicka
Nov 17, 2023
350 Posts
Quote from 5650565 :
Dont forget that its impossible to Unlock Bootloader in Verizon versions of phones
Exactly the answer to the question I had. I will be skipping this deal then. Thanks a lot 👍🏼
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Nov 17, 2023
513 Posts
Joined Dec 2021
Nov 17, 2023
GreenMountain684
Nov 17, 2023
513 Posts
Quote from Vdoc :
Metro's still a better deal. Albeit, there's a 6 month unlock period.
Problem is it's been out of stock at MetroPCS for like a month now
Nov 17, 2023
21 Posts
Joined Aug 2011
Nov 17, 2023
YoThatsCrazySon
Nov 17, 2023
21 Posts
Isn't the mint 7pro deal better with the 2 yr service?

This is 100 + 60 + $300 service at $15 month from a cheap provider

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Vic121
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Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank Vic121

So here is the Deet's:

- It is locked to Total By Verizon but most Total by Verizon sim kits show both "Total by Verizon" and "Straight Talk" logos on it. So to be safe consider those networks or Tracfone direct as Network options. May be able to "rebrand" for Page Plus usage but most reps don't do that anymore.

- Some people have reported you only need to pay for one month but you MUST wait for 60 days to officially unlock the device. You can pay for 2 months if you want to be on the safe side.

- Once unlocked(after 60 day wait period) it is essentially the unlocked North American Google Edition so it will be the same as buying a normal Unlocked Pixel 6a directly from Google when they were sold through Google. Note: OEM Bootloader Unlock is permently disabled as it is from a Carrier not From Google Direct.

- Some people have noted a few things about this phone that were not great: Fingerprint unlock is not as smooth as other phones, Heating issues(I did experience this one), Poor network reception as it is using the First gen Tensor modem like the Pixel 6 and 6 Pro.

- Target Employees may be able to get an additional discount on the phone, but after Target learned about the Slickdealer abuse of Team Member numbers and discount they changed the way you access the TM Discount now and it is no longer a Team Member number anymore. In Short: You must actually work for Target now and work for at least 1-3 days to use the new way to get a TM Discount. "TM's that are caught giving random people a TM discount and is using their discount in a way that is against Target's rules can be disciplined up to them losing their job". "TM's can share their discount with "select people" that Target deems eligible like Spouse's and select other people".

5% off with Redcard still applies to everyone weather a Team Member or consumer. So you might want to try and sign up for a Debit Redcard so that you can get that 5% off any time you shop at Target with No Monthly Card fee(Active Bank account required as transactions will be pulled from that account).

- Lastly: If you sign up with Total by Verizon you can get Disney+ included for either 6 months or for the life of the plan depending on which plan you Choose. Total plans that include Disney+ for the life of the plan are not subjected to rate increases.

Or

Sign up with the Straight Talk Gold or Platinum plan and get Walmart+ Included for the life of the plan. Walmart + now includes Paramount+ as well so you will get that included too.
Last edited by Vic121 November 17, 2023 at 10:29 PM.
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