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Pixel 9 Series for free with trade in - Best Buy In-store Only

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UPDATE (8/28) - Last day for this deal. The phones listed below still works for trading.

UPDATE (8/25) - No new updates for trade ins. For those picking up their online orders, don't ask what your values are. Just take it and check your online invoice right after taking the phone. If it shows things are zero'd out, you're good and your refund will show up in a few days tops.

UPDATE (8/23) - Thanks to user SmartMice845 for pics of the latest trade in values (basically everything is devalued except the Samsung 23/24 Ultra and iPhone 14 Pro/Max. https://slickdeals.net/forums/showpost.php?p=172512819&postcount=2545

UPDATE (8/22) - From more reporting, it would seem the entire iPhone 13 lineup is devalued (base, pro, pro max). Thus for anyone who still wants in on this deal, only the 14 series and Samsung equivalents are good. Obviously those who already purchased have locked in the rates. Those who ordered online from the start of the promotion for instore pickup seem to be getting the full value without any additional tax.

UPDATE (8/21) - More than one person are reporting devaluation of the iPhone 13 > PXL 9 trade in so careful tonight if you're still planning on doing that. The iPhone 13 Pro Max > PXL 9 Pro XL is still alive.
Devices that were pre-ordered ship to home earlier are being shipped. I actually have a Pixel 9 delivered just now [imgur.com] from an instore pre-order on 8/16!

UPDATE (8/20) - It appears Best Buy have no intentions of fulfilling the "SteveIrwin" iPhone 12 $654 coupon for those who had it zero'd out on the eve of the 18th. Which is crazy they named it that since he's a famous Zoologist who died, so naming it that to say the coupon is dead is crazy. Anyways, if you still have it, I would try to get your trade in back. My store's manager kept my iPhone 12 in a separate location because he saw issues with the coupon. Returned it to me and cancelled the trade in today.

UPDATE (8/19) - looks like quite a few people are reporting their online orders getting cancelled, especially those with multiple orders or trading in an iPhone 12. No one who reported successfully trading in instore has reported cancellations yet. If you have an online order that isn't with an iPhone 12 trade in, perhaps trying going instore to "lock in" your trade and cancel the online one.

UPDATE (8/18) - they have fully devalued the iPhone 12 series. Those who attempted to trade in 8/18 at night were met with a coupon that doesn't work after they traded in their iPhone 12. Will see how Best Buy resolve a traded in phone but the coupon doesn't work. Other models listed below should still have elevated values instore. The updated terms online some people have posted is not the same terms that are present for instore documentation. Best Buy reps have an updated PDF every day and as of last night, still include everything EXCEPT the iPhone 12.

This is a previously posted deal, but trade in values online have been reduced. Higher trade in values still work in-store. Worked for me both yesterday and today.

Steps:

- Have one of the following trade ins. Carrier locked phones are fine as long as they aren't blacklisted. YMMV on exact carrier models and colors matching but I and many others have had no issues trading in a locked Straight Talk iPhone 12 and told them Verizon or Metro and T-Mobile (remove your SIM card when trading in):
Pixel 9:
Galaxy S23 Ultra ($799)
Galaxy S24 Ultra ($799)
Galaxy S24+ ($799)

Pixel 9 Pro:
Galaxy S24 Ultra ($999)
iPhone 14 Pro ($999)
iPhone 14 Pro Max ($999)

Pixel 9 Pro XL:
Galaxy S23 Ultra ($1,099)
Galaxy S24 Ultra ($1,099)
iPhone 14 Pro ($1,099)
​iPhone 14 Pro Max ($1,099)
- Take your trade in to the store and ask them you want to pre-order the Pixel with said phone (don't ask for trade in value yet)
- They will ask for your phone's model and capacity and will check the IMEI that's physically on the phone (on the back of Samsung's and on the SIM tray of iPhones with SIM card slots)
- Let them proceed and they'll eventually get to this screen here: https://imgur.com/a/3tKD8kv
- Do not let them skip that screen. They will need to input a coupon code in order for this to work (they have a booklet for the code) -> Others have mentioned the code is just "GOOGLE"
- They'll print out the info, gift card for trade in value and coupon is deducted directly
- After you confirm the promo trade in value, proceed to sign away and give them your phone
- For some states like mine (WA), taxes is paid only on the after coupon price
https://imgur.com/a/naartVF

Additional info:
Phones listed should only have the value for their respective tiers. An iPhone 13 for instance will not have $799 value when trying to get a Pixel 9 Pro or Pro XL.
The $100/$200 gift cards come AFTER you make the purchase so you cannot use it to pay off the taxes. Gift cards are stackable though so if you do more than one trade in, you can use the $100/$200 gift card to pay for taxes on the second or third trade in.
You can use the previous threads to find data points from what others have mentioned are trade in values for different phones. I only listed the ones that corresponds with the models to make them free. Online trade in values are decreased so it's not a good data point for how much your phone would actually cost.

Previous threads:
https://slickdeals.net/f/17689989-trade-in-apple-iphone-12-pro-get-128gb-google-pixel-9-pro-200-best-buy-egc-0-after-999-trade-in-value-refund?v=1
https://slickdeals.net/f/17689896-trade-in-apple-iphone-13-get-128gb-google-pixel-9-100-best-buy-egc-0-after-799-trade-in-value-refund?v=1

Use the following website for availability. Some models, colors, and capacity combinations are sold out.
https://www.bestbuy.com/site/prom...l-9-series
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UPDATE (8/28) - Last day for this deal. The phones listed below still works for trading.

UPDATE (8/25) - No new updates for trade ins. For those picking up their online orders, don't ask what your values are. Just take it and check your online invoice right after taking the phone. If it shows things are zero'd out, you're good and your refund will show up in a few days tops.

UPDATE (8/23) - Thanks to user SmartMice845 for pics of the latest trade in values (basically everything is devalued except the Samsung 23/24 Ultra and iPhone 14 Pro/Max. https://slickdeals.net/forums/showpost.php?p=172512819&postcount=2545

UPDATE (8/22) - From more reporting, it would seem the entire iPhone 13 lineup is devalued (base, pro, pro max). Thus for anyone who still wants in on this deal, only the 14 series and Samsung equivalents are good. Obviously those who already purchased have locked in the rates. Those who ordered online from the start of the promotion for instore pickup seem to be getting the full value without any additional tax.

UPDATE (8/21) - More than one person are reporting devaluation of the iPhone 13 > PXL 9 trade in so careful tonight if you're still planning on doing that. The iPhone 13 Pro Max > PXL 9 Pro XL is still alive.
Devices that were pre-ordered ship to home earlier are being shipped. I actually have a Pixel 9 delivered just now [imgur.com] from an instore pre-order on 8/16!

UPDATE (8/20) - It appears Best Buy have no intentions of fulfilling the "SteveIrwin" iPhone 12 $654 coupon for those who had it zero'd out on the eve of the 18th. Which is crazy they named it that since he's a famous Zoologist who died, so naming it that to say the coupon is dead is crazy. Anyways, if you still have it, I would try to get your trade in back. My store's manager kept my iPhone 12 in a separate location because he saw issues with the coupon. Returned it to me and cancelled the trade in today.

UPDATE (8/19) - looks like quite a few people are reporting their online orders getting cancelled, especially those with multiple orders or trading in an iPhone 12. No one who reported successfully trading in instore has reported cancellations yet. If you have an online order that isn't with an iPhone 12 trade in, perhaps trying going instore to "lock in" your trade and cancel the online one.

UPDATE (8/18) - they have fully devalued the iPhone 12 series. Those who attempted to trade in 8/18 at night were met with a coupon that doesn't work after they traded in their iPhone 12. Will see how Best Buy resolve a traded in phone but the coupon doesn't work. Other models listed below should still have elevated values instore. The updated terms online some people have posted is not the same terms that are present for instore documentation. Best Buy reps have an updated PDF every day and as of last night, still include everything EXCEPT the iPhone 12.

This is a previously posted deal, but trade in values online have been reduced. Higher trade in values still work in-store. Worked for me both yesterday and today.

Steps:

- Have one of the following trade ins. Carrier locked phones are fine as long as they aren't blacklisted. YMMV on exact carrier models and colors matching but I and many others have had no issues trading in a locked Straight Talk iPhone 12 and told them Verizon or Metro and T-Mobile (remove your SIM card when trading in):
Pixel 9:
Galaxy S23 Ultra ($799)
Galaxy S24 Ultra ($799)
Galaxy S24+ ($799)

Pixel 9 Pro:
Galaxy S24 Ultra ($999)
iPhone 14 Pro ($999)
iPhone 14 Pro Max ($999)

Pixel 9 Pro XL:
Galaxy S23 Ultra ($1,099)
Galaxy S24 Ultra ($1,099)
iPhone 14 Pro ($1,099)
​iPhone 14 Pro Max ($1,099)
- Take your trade in to the store and ask them you want to pre-order the Pixel with said phone (don't ask for trade in value yet)
- They will ask for your phone's model and capacity and will check the IMEI that's physically on the phone (on the back of Samsung's and on the SIM tray of iPhones with SIM card slots)
- Let them proceed and they'll eventually get to this screen here: https://imgur.com/a/3tKD8kv
- Do not let them skip that screen. They will need to input a coupon code in order for this to work (they have a booklet for the code) -> Others have mentioned the code is just "GOOGLE"
- They'll print out the info, gift card for trade in value and coupon is deducted directly
- After you confirm the promo trade in value, proceed to sign away and give them your phone
- For some states like mine (WA), taxes is paid only on the after coupon price
https://imgur.com/a/naartVF

Additional info:
Phones listed should only have the value for their respective tiers. An iPhone 13 for instance will not have $799 value when trying to get a Pixel 9 Pro or Pro XL.
The $100/$200 gift cards come AFTER you make the purchase so you cannot use it to pay off the taxes. Gift cards are stackable though so if you do more than one trade in, you can use the $100/$200 gift card to pay for taxes on the second or third trade in.
You can use the previous threads to find data points from what others have mentioned are trade in values for different phones. I only listed the ones that corresponds with the models to make them free. Online trade in values are decreased so it's not a good data point for how much your phone would actually cost.

Previous threads:
https://slickdeals.net/f/17689989-trade-in-apple-iphone-12-pro-get-128gb-google-pixel-9-pro-200-best-buy-egc-0-after-999-trade-in-value-refund?v=1
https://slickdeals.net/f/17689896-trade-in-apple-iphone-13-get-128gb-google-pixel-9-100-best-buy-egc-0-after-799-trade-in-value-refund?v=1

Use the following website for availability. Some models, colors, and capacity combinations are sold out.
https://www.bestbuy.com/site/prom...l-9-series

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Aug 22, 2024 01:53 PM
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cooldesi83Aug 22, 2024 01:53 PM
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Quote from Larsion :
​I think people who get canceled are preordering more than 1. And maybe people who picked the OOS color and get flag by BB bot as reseller. Pixel 9 in black seem always available and noone that preorder only 1 claim to be canceled...yet

No. As long as it's factory wiped, not black list and condition match description. U good
thank you
Aug 22, 2024 01:54 PM
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oasisallureAug 22, 2024 01:54 PM
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Quote from clymbn1269 :
My pixel 7 pro is only $160 ,hard pass.
pixel phones lose value fast
Aug 22, 2024 01:54 PM
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runtohell121Aug 22, 2024 01:54 PM
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Let me know if anyone in Bay Area selling the Pixel 9 for $400-$500 Wink
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ThirstyCruz
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Aug 22, 2024 01:55 PM
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Quote from MaroonCircle6262 :
Ok keep thinking than better read posts
I've read the posts..but couldn't follow since the promo started and going through 126 pages all at once of mostly repeats would require hours.

I had a saved cart for cracked s23+ for p9pXL and just checked out online for pick up today. I have no idea why the value stuck 5 days later, but I'm not complaining..
Aug 22, 2024 01:55 PM
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SmilingMeat1402Aug 22, 2024 01:55 PM
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Quote from MaroonCircle6262 :
Why we get thumbs down when we talk about selling here 😅

Anyway i think there are pixel lovers in market we will surely make $600 each phone 👍
Many can still get the pixel 9 from other trusted sellers for less than that if they include a trade in device. And especially if they get other perks too. So I hope you find the suckers you're looking for
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Aug 22, 2024 01:58 PM
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Quote from supernoman :
What is the steveirwin trick? I have one of those p9 coupons that said steveirwin and took 0 off. Is there a trick to using it?
Steveirwin reported dead, both in person and coupon..read the header and it provides updates.
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Aug 22, 2024 01:59 PM
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Quote from MaroonCircle6262 :
Why we get thumbs down when we talk about selling here 😅

Anyway i think there are pixel lovers in market we will surely make $600 each phone 👍
This is not a thread on reselling values...it's about the deal. That's why the thumbs down
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thatslickdeal100Aug 22, 2024 01:59 PM
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Quote from jkrnair :
Mine still showing "Pre-ordered
We'll let you know when it's ready."

Received email and text saying there will be delay..
Mine just got updated to ready for pickup after multiple delay emails and texts. So, keep fingers crossed!
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Aug 22, 2024 01:59 PM
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Quote from MaroonCircle6262 :
Ok keep thinking than better read posts
You must be a dom
Aug 22, 2024 02:00 PM
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LarsionAug 22, 2024 02:00 PM
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Quote from MaroonCircle6262 :
600 brand new in box for meAlso try swappa
dude at least do $650 like everyone else. What going to happen 2 months from now? hand out pixel 9 for free?
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Aug 22, 2024 02:06 PM
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Aug 22, 2024 02:06 PM
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Quote from ThirstyCruz :
You must be a dom
FYI folks.. Best Buy website is definitely glitching..

On edge browser, TIV were reduced a lot.

I tried on chrome, and it's the higher TIV.

So for all those criticizing people for not reading, its not about that.

Try clearing cookies or trying new web browser if still looking for the higher TIV
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hpham_53Aug 22, 2024 02:07 PM
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Quote from MaroonCircle6262 :
Why we get thumbs down when we talk about selling here 😅

Anyway i think there are pixel lovers in market we will surely make $600 each phone 👍
Some people gave thumbs down either because they can't do the deals or they think we shouldn't be reselling. If they can't do the deals, it's not our fault. If they think we shouldn't be reselling, it's none of their business. It's our phonnes, we can do whatever we want. I don't care about their anonymous thumbs down. If they have a problem with our doings, come out right and post their opposition instead of hiding behind the thumbs down.
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Quote from hpham_53 :
Some people gave thumbs down either because they can't do the deals or they think we shouldn't be reselling. If they can't do the deals, it's not our fault. If they think we shouldn't be reselling, it's none of their business. It's our phonnes, we can do whatever we want. I don't care about their anonymous thumbs down. If they have a problem with our doings, come out right and post their opposition instead of hiding behind the thumbs down.
Oh gosh no...id rather see thumbs down than read yet another opinion. If nothing useful, don't clutter. Since this deal post is an utter disaster either way. Doesn't matter. SD should find a system to auto remove clutter like this comment and yours in the future. It helps no one
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4xxyloveAug 22, 2024 02:16 PM
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Alright guys, yesterday (08.21.24) I traded in my iphone 13 which was bought on Amazon for 450 with tax. So, they confirmed that the promo is system error but they still have the brochures which says that the even iphone 12 still provides $799 discount but in my case my iphone 13 provided me $450ish discount I said that I thought it would be free than they asked a manager for extra discount and she gave it to me. So my p9 cost for me only $450. Yeah it's not so good like first buyers traded in for ip12 but still good) And yeah they also gave me $100 GC

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HappyShape270Aug 22, 2024 02:18 PM
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Quote from MaroonCircle6262 :
Ok 14 pro max gets you pixel xl for free which is 1099 i am not sure why you looking at pixel pro model

Man people are so confused in this thread when everything is clearly stated
BB is not showing that, it's showing me $770 trade in for the P9PXL. It's showing $999 for the P9P that's not in stock.

Not sure what I'm missing.

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