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May 7, 2024 5:39 PM

Pre-Order Google Pixel 8a $499

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Pre-order is open on the Google store and will get you a $100 store credit. Trade-in options available to get a discount on the price of the phone. Trade-in values example:

Pixel 6a . . . 180
Pixel 7a . . . 200
Pixel 7 . . . 170
S23 . . . 305
iPhone . . 200

https://store.google.com/config/p...1RPT0iXV19

Also, $100 GC offer from Best Buy. Trade-in also available:
https://www.bestbuy.com/site/goog...Id=6578509

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Pre-order is open on the Google store and will get you a $100 store credit. Trade-in options available to get a discount on the price of the phone. Trade-in values example:

Pixel 6a . . . 180
Pixel 7a . . . 200
Pixel 7 . . . 170
S23 . . . 305
iPhone . . 200

https://store.google.com/config/p...1RPT0iXV19

Also, $100 GC offer from Best Buy. Trade-in also available:
https://www.bestbuy.com/site/goog...Id=6578509

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May 7, 2024 5:46 PM
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silentKMay 7, 2024 5:46 PM
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iPhone 11 - $160
iPhone 12 - $200

Are Pixel devices good or bad?
Seems SD threads are always divided on their opinion of Pixel phones.
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May 7, 2024 6:08 PM
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mrm16
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May 7, 2024 6:08 PM
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No longer see any excitement with these pixel phone releases. Feels like almost same old specs.
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May 7, 2024 6:14 PM
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n64lsuMay 7, 2024 6:14 PM
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Why can't they just knock $100 off of preorders instead of store credit?
May 7, 2024 6:16 PM
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NicholasS7328May 7, 2024 6:16 PM
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Google Fi subscribers get $200 off https://fi.google.com/about/phones/pixel-8a
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May 7, 2024 6:33 PM
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LazyCouchPotatoMay 7, 2024 6:33 PM
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Quote from n64lsu View quoted comment :
Why can't they just knock $100 off of preorders instead of store credit?
If you purchase from Amazon or Best Buy you get a $100 gift card for their respective stores which are far more useful, but then you won't be able to trade-in if you have a device you want to get rid of.

EDIT: I was wrong. Best Buy is offering trade-ins.
Last edited by LazyCouchPotato May 7, 2024 at 11:44 AM.
May 7, 2024 6:34 PM
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n64lsuMay 7, 2024 6:34 PM
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Quote from LazyCouchPotato View quoted comment :
If you purchase from Amazon or Best Buy you get a $100 gift card for their respective stores which are far more useful, but then you won't be able to trade-in if you have a device you want to get rid of.
Thanks, I noticed that, but I have a cracked 6a that still powers on that I'd like to get rid of. Oh well.
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May 7, 2024 6:37 PM
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Jaggsta
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May 7, 2024 6:37 PM
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Pixel prices drop fast

$550 range can get Pixel 8 Pro Refurbished off Ebay

https://www.ebay.com/itm/276419219097

https://www.ebay.com/itm/285644828701

$399.99 can get Pixel 8 Excellent - Refurbished with 1 year allstate warranty

https://www.ebay.com/itm/156049923609
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May 7, 2024 6:41 PM
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mrseanMay 7, 2024 6:41 PM
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Quote from LazyCouchPotato View quoted comment :
If you purchase from Amazon or Best Buy you get a $100 gift card for their respective stores which are far more useful, but then you won't be able to trade-in if you have a device you want to get rid of.
Best Buy accepts trade-ins.
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May 7, 2024 6:45 PM
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LazyCouchPotatoMay 7, 2024 6:45 PM
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Quote from n64lsu View quoted comment :
Thanks, I noticed that, but I have a cracked 6a that still powers on that I'd like to get rid of. Oh well.
Apologies I was incorrect. Just checked Best Buy. They're accepting trade-ins, including phones with cracked screens. $120-140 for your 6a depending on how they grade it.

Thanks @mrsean.
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May 7, 2024 6:49 PM
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May 7, 2024 6:49 PM
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I wouldn't do the trade-in right now. Google is trying to "fish" for sales before their Google I/O event in a week. Make Google panic. Don't reserve the phone. The price of this phone is only $50 less than the Google 8 which has way more capabilities. In past years Google has given people a free pair of headphones with a pre-order, on top of the $100 back. When they see their pre-order sales are down they will have to get more generous. As of right now the 8a isn't a great bargain.
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May 7, 2024 6:49 PM
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tbone16May 7, 2024 6:49 PM
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Quote from n64lsu View quoted comment :
Why can't they just knock $100 off of preorders instead of store credit?
Because it's financially beneficial for companies to do it this way vs just giving $100 off. They've calculated the pros/cons vs just giving $100 off. Some of these benefits include:

The vast majority of people will spend more than $100 when they use the credit/Gift card

Many credits/gift cards end up never being used

Gets people to come into the store (e.g. Best Buy) and buy other things they didn't originally plan to buy

Helps clear inventory of other items when the credit is used

The $100 can be used by the company right away vs just taking $100 off the price. Basically like a free loan.
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May 7, 2024 6:55 PM
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bchillMay 7, 2024 6:55 PM
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Quote from silentK View quoted comment :
iPhone 11 - $160
iPhone 12 - $200

Are Pixel devices good or bad?
Seems SD threads are always divided on their opinion of Pixel phones.
For the money, they are pretty good. I love mine. I think they have a few weaknesses, such as quality control, antenna performance, fingerprint reader, etc. The cameras are top tier. The functionality is great and there is no bloatware. I also love the immediate updates when new versions on android roll out, along with monthly updates. I will replace my current one with another pixel if this all helps. Depreciation is an issue, but this offers good opportunities on used units. I bought a 6A one year ago for $212 bucks. It was near mint condition and has been perfect. I can trade it in for $180 after using for one year. Maybe I should just get a used or new 7A instead of 8A. LOL
May 7, 2024 6:58 PM
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freshsqueezedMay 7, 2024 6:58 PM
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Quote from n64lsu View quoted comment :
Why can't they just knock $100 off of preorders instead of store credit?
Agreed! I still have a store credit of 155 bucks that I don't need since I'll never buy another Pixel phone again.
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May 7, 2024 7:20 PM
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moku160May 7, 2024 7:20 PM
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Quote from NicholasS7328 View quoted comment :
Google Fi subscribers get $200 off https://fi.google.com/about/phones/pixel-8a
Requires a 4 month commitment, $80 minimum
If your a current subscriber thats great, otherwise its only a $20 difference

Also google store seems to offer much better trade in values.

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May 7, 2024 8:39 PM
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smajetiMay 7, 2024 8:39 PM
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Quote from PocketsThick View quoted comment :
I wouldn't do the trade-in right now. Google is trying to "fish" for sales before their Google I/O event in a week. Make Google panic. Don't reserve the phone. The price of this phone is only $50 less than the Google 8 which has way more capabilities. In past years Google has given people a free pair of headphones with a pre-order, on top of the $100 back. When they see their pre-order sales are down they will have to get more generous. As of right now the 8a isn't a great bargain.
You can always cancel the order or return the phone when a better deal comes. with Bestbuy or Google Store you have 14 days for return.
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