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128GB Google Pixel 8 5G Unlocked Smartphone (Obsidian or Hazel)

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Target has 128GB Google Pixel 8 5G Unlocked Smartphone (Obsidian or Hazel) on sale for $399 (price in cart). Shipping is free.

Available:Best Buy also has 128GB Google Pixel 8 5G Unlocked Smartphone (Obsidian, GA04803-US) on sale for $399. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Members sandsrfr & ebuceci for sharing this deal.

Specs:
  • Google Tensor 3 Processor w/ Titan M2 Security Coprocessor
  • 6.2" 1080x2400 OLED Smooth Touchscreen Display
  • 50MP Octa Wide Camera + 12MP Ultrawide Camera w/ Autofocus
  • 128GB Internal Storage
  • 8GB RAM
  • WiFi 7 (802.11be) w/ Bluetooth 5.3 NFC
  • Fingerprint Reader/Haptic Feedback/Face Detection/Built-In GPS
  • 4T/5G/LTE Network
  • 4485 mAh Battery
  • USB-C Charge/Quick Charge
  • Android 14 OS

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  • Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars from customer reviews.
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Target has 128GB Google Pixel 8 5G Unlocked Smartphone (Obsidian or Hazel) on sale for $399 (price in cart). Shipping is free.

Available:Best Buy also has 128GB Google Pixel 8 5G Unlocked Smartphone (Obsidian, GA04803-US) on sale for $399. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Members sandsrfr & ebuceci for sharing this deal.

Specs:
  • Google Tensor 3 Processor w/ Titan M2 Security Coprocessor
  • 6.2" 1080x2400 OLED Smooth Touchscreen Display
  • 50MP Octa Wide Camera + 12MP Ultrawide Camera w/ Autofocus
  • 128GB Internal Storage
  • 8GB RAM
  • WiFi 7 (802.11be) w/ Bluetooth 5.3 NFC
  • Fingerprint Reader/Haptic Feedback/Face Detection/Built-In GPS
  • 4T/5G/LTE Network
  • 4485 mAh Battery
  • USB-C Charge/Quick Charge
  • Android 14 OS

Editor's Notes

Written by SaltyOne | Staff
  • Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars from customer reviews.
  • Sign-up for Target Circle Card to save an additional 5%, receive free shipping, and attain an extended return period.

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Kraken09
Mint sells the Pixel 9 for 399.00 brand new
cheap_bastid
Pixel 8 still had bad optical fingerprint sensor. Pixel 9 has the ultrasonic sensor which is much better. Could never use my Pixel 7 (from a past mint deal) due to the horrific optical fingerprint sensor. The Moto ThinkPhone optical sensor and software by comparison works nearly 100%.

Edit: So I couldn't resist, and ended up buying a Pixel 8 to try out. It turns out the Pixel 8 fingerprint reader is vastly improved from the horrid Pixel 7 fingerprint reader. It's amazing how much better it is, in just 1 generation. The Pixel 8 fingerprint reader has worked 100% for me, just as good as the Moto ThinkPhone fingerprint reader. Very impressive.

One odd thing - when I first set it up, the facial recognition was the only option, and the fingerprint reader setting was missing. After a restart, the fingerprint reader option became visible.
FairWriter8849
I don't disagree. My workaround is to register my thumb multiple times (3 in my case). Any little variances in the read will better match a larger pool of registered fingers. Not a perfect solution but it definitely helps.

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Pixel 8 still had bad optical fingerprint sensor. Pixel 9 has the ultrasonic sensor which is much better. Could never use my Pixel 7 (from a past mint deal) due to the horrific optical fingerprint sensor. The Moto ThinkPhone optical sensor and software by comparison works nearly 100%.

Edit: So I couldn't resist, and ended up buying a Pixel 8 to try out. It turns out the Pixel 8 fingerprint reader is vastly improved from the horrid Pixel 7 fingerprint reader. It's amazing how much better it is, in just 1 generation. The Pixel 8 fingerprint reader has worked 100% for me, just as good as the Moto ThinkPhone fingerprint reader. Very impressive.

One odd thing - when I first set it up, the facial recognition was the only option, and the fingerprint reader setting was missing. After a restart, the fingerprint reader option became visible.
Last edited by cheap_bastid March 6, 2025 at 08:09 AM.
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I decided to buy Moto Edge+ 2023. For the same price you are getting so much more (except maybe camera)
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Quote from Erchan_coon :
I decided to buy Moto Edge+ 2023. For the same price you are getting so much more (except maybe camera)
Google will kill the Moto with updates in years to come.
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Quote from cheap_bastid :
Pixel 8 still had bad optical fingerprint sensor. Pixel 9 has the ultrasonic sensor which is much better. Could never use my Pixel 7 (from a past mint deal) due to the horrific optical fingerprint sensor. The Moto ThinkPhone optical sensor and software by comparison works nearly 100%.
I don't disagree. My workaround is to register my thumb multiple times (3 in my case). Any little variances in the read will better match a larger pool of registered fingers. Not a perfect solution but it definitely helps.
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Quote from bighouse1 :
Google will kill the Moto with updates in years to come.
Maybe not, most people are not tech bros and buy a phone due to color and within their price range. No need to underestimate most consumers. With that said, Moto is a bit lame on updates and for some of us, impacts the value.
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Quote from bighouse1 :
Google will kill the Moto with updates in years to come.
It's the manufacturer's responsibility, not Google's, to distribute updates.

That's the main reason I'm still using a Pixel, Google supports devices with security updates more timely and for longer than most other OEMS.
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Quote from spetsacdc :
This is an ok deal I think. For $100 more, I'll sell someone an unlocked pixel 9 that I got from the recent mint mobile deal. DM me if interested.
Mint sells the Pixel 9 for 399.00 brand new
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Quote from tfox :
It's the manufacturer's responsibility, not Google's, to distribute updates.

That's the main reason I'm still using a Pixel, Google supports devices with security updates more timely and for longer than most other OEMS.
Yes, I'm sure those of us who care about updates already know this. Google and Apple lead then there's everyone else.
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Quote from bighouse1 :
Yes, I'm sure those of us who care about updates already know this. Google and Apple lead then there's everyone else.
No Google and Samsung lead (both have seven years guaranteed support), with Apple a close follower, with no guarantee but usually 5 to 7 years depending on the device.
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alm7m00ood
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Quote from Kraken09 :
Mint sells the Pixel 9 for 399.00 brand new
But you have to get a one year plan for an extra 180 making it 580 total. Still a good deal if you wanna use mint
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Quote from FairWriter8849 :
I don't disagree. My workaround is to register my thumb multiple times (3 in my case). Any little variances in the read will better match a larger pool of registered fingers. Not a perfect solution but it definitely helps.
I registered the same thumb all 4 times and it only helped a little and reliability in the dark is still 50/50 at best (I used Face Recognition to unlock when there is enough light). It is truly disappointing to have such an abysmal sensor. By contrast my cheap Pixel 5a capacitive sensor worked 100%.

I may get the pixel 9 when it comes down in price.
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Quote from alm7m00ood :
But you have to get a one year plan for an extra 180 making it 580 total. Still a good deal if you wanna use mint
If you are a customer which is pretty easy without a year of service the phone is 399.00. There was a promo for a year's service but that's not what I'm referencing. I have mint and can purchase it without buying any additional plan.
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Quote from Kraken09 :
If you are a customer which is pretty easy without a year of service the phone is 399.00. There was a promo for a year's service but that's not what I'm referencing. I have mint and can purchase it without buying any additional plan.
I use Mint, and my S22 Ultra just developed a crack on the screen because I, apparently, took off my protector without replacing it even though I've got a couple sitting in a drawer.
How you liking the 9 on Mint?
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Quote from Merijeek :
I use Mint, and my S22 Ultra just developed a crack on the screen because I, apparently, took off my protector without replacing it even though I've got a couple sitting in a drawer.
How you liking the 9 on Mint?
I don't have one but really considering getting it at that price. I have a iPhone 13 and it's just getting a little boring so I wouldn't mind having a Pixel. I had the 7 but sold it due to some issues with the camera and fingerprint sensor.

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Quote from Kraken09 :
I don't have one but really considering getting it at that price. I have a iPhone 13 and it's just getting a little boring so I wouldn't mind having a Pixel. I had the 7 but sold it due to some issues with the camera and fingerprint sensor.
If it's not a short term deal, I'll probably wait. Mostly because this phone according to Samsung is worth like $400, but with a hairline crack in the screen, is now worth about $50. So, since it's essentially garbage, there's no reason to try to salvage any value out of it.
So I'll probably use it til it is literally unusable, but $399 for a top(ish) end phone is pretty good.

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