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Sep 24, 2026 8:34 PM

Unlocked Pixel 11 Pro from Verizon 256 GB with a new line (which you can then cancel) $480

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Visit the deal page on a desktop browser. Also do store pick up if possible to get the phone unlocked right away otherwise you might have to wait for 35 days for unlock.

You can select new customer and pay in full to get the $480 price. You can then select simplicity plan. Once you get the phone you can just cancel the line. Verizon unlocking policy states the devices are unlocked immediately if you pay in full. Their cancellation policy states no activation fee within 3 days and then only prorated charges if you cancel your line within 30 days.

***You might have to wait for 35 days before the phone is unlocked if you don't do store pickup in person as Verizon considers their online store purchase with delivery not secure. You can cancel your line nonetheless as the device will still unlock automatically after 35 days****


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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: $960

Google Pixel 11 Pro XL: $720

See this thread for more details on Verizon line activation and cancellation

https://slickdeals.net/f/18193018-google-pixel-9-pro-xl-128gb-unlocked-obsidian-with-pixel-8a-trade-in-activation-with-verizon-required-10

https://www.verizon.com/smartphon...el-11-pro/
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Visit the deal page on a desktop browser. Also do store pick up if possible to get the phone unlocked right away otherwise you might have to wait for 35 days for unlock.

You can select new customer and pay in full to get the $480 price. You can then select simplicity plan. Once you get the phone you can just cancel the line. Verizon unlocking policy states the devices are unlocked immediately if you pay in full. Their cancellation policy states no activation fee within 3 days and then only prorated charges if you cancel your line within 30 days.

***You might have to wait for 35 days before the phone is unlocked if you don't do store pickup in person as Verizon considers their online store purchase with delivery not secure. You can cancel your line nonetheless as the device will still unlock automatically after 35 days****


Other noticeable phones available with discounts

Motorola Razr fold: $1200
Motorola Edge 2026: $240
Motorola Razr 2025: $240

Samsung Galaxy Z fold 8: $1440
Samsung Galaxy Z fold 8 Ultra: $1680
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: $960

Google Pixel 11 Pro XL: $720

See this thread for more details on Verizon line activation and cancellation

https://slickdeals.net/f/18193018-google-pixel-9-pro-xl-128gb-unlocked-obsidian-with-pixel-8a-trade-in-activation-with-verizon-required-10

https://www.verizon.com/smartphon...el-11-pro/

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This Verizon Pixel 11 Pro deal is mainly about getting a flagship Pixel at a steep upfront discount, with the best value coming from store pickup, activation, and then canceling the line after verifying unlock status. The phone can work with other carriers like Google Fi, Mint, T Mobile, or Xfinity once unlocked, and the account often shows it as paid in full. The main catch is Verizon's confusing unlock behavior, since shipped orders sometimes stay locked for days or 35 days, and the bootloader remains permanently locked. Cancellation can also trigger full month bills or bill adjustments that may need chat support.

  • Shoppers planning to use Google Fi or another non-Verizon eSIM, because the phone can work unlocked after activation and accept other carriers.

  • Buyers comfortable activating in store and canceling quickly, because store pickup often verifies unlock immediately and leaves only a small prorated bill.

  • People who want a discounted Pixel and are willing to keep the line active until cashback posts, because the upfront price can be offset by a large new-line credit.

  • Pixel buyers who want a flagship Android for everyday use, because it runs a clean OS with regular updates and doesn't need custom ROMs.

  • Custom ROM tinkerers who need an unlockable bootloader, because Verizon units keep the bootloader permanently locked.

  • Buyers who need immediate out-of-box eSIM flexibility, because some shipped units stay locked until activation or a later unlock request clears.

  • Shoppers who want to cancel the Verizon line without any billing follow-up, because full-month bills and manual charge adjustments can still show up after cancellation.

  • People relying on a quick, guaranteed unlock for resale or a gift, because some orders still show locked for days and may need escalation or a 35-day wait.

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To be honest, how many still install custom OS? For 95% of consumers, this is a null point.
A lot and more now than ever before while Goog is handing over search history with fake warrants and locking people out of their phones who are trying to get medical help for their kids. LG listening in. Big tech is invasive. So yes, custom ROM is still a very big thing and will continue to be for advanced and average users alike.
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Quote from sah0724 View quoted comment :
Store won't take back without restock fee wow
You should contact Mint and provision a new eSIM. It's unlocked if it's working on Fi so it's something on Mint which is preventing the transfer for an existing eSIM. You really don't want to return an unlocked phone and pay a restocking fee on top.
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Quote from cmpe View quoted comment :
What's weird with the unlock requested via chat is the rep asked me to confirm that I received an email for each device/line that they were unlocking.The email looks a little off, like it was a generic template with a customized messageBig Grinevice lock page still shows these devices are locked so just waiting now.FWIW, I do plan to stay with verizon at least while the C1 gc back is approved.
Don't go by what verizon's website says. Did you try downloading Google Fi app and do a trial for free and see if that worked?
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sah0724Oct 8, 2026 6:12 PM
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Quote from gadgetNerd View quoted comment :
You should contact Mint and provision a new eSIM. It's unlocked if it's working on Fi so it's something on Mint which is preventing the transfer for an existing eSIM. You really don't want to return an unlocked phone and pay a restocking fee on top.
I did that twice the call Verizon still won't go away
Oct 8, 2026 6:13 PM
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Mornsd1Oct 8, 2026 6:13 PM
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Quote from SeriousLlama437 View quoted comment :
A lot and more now than ever before while Goog is handing over search history with fake warrants and locking people out of their phones who are trying to get medical help for their kids. LG listening in. Big tech is invasive. So yes, custom ROM is still a very big thing and will continue to be for advanced and average users alike.
Need tap to pay on phone. Nonnegotiable.
Oct 8, 2026 6:15 PM
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Mornsd1Oct 8, 2026 6:15 PM
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Does Verizon's phone come with bloatware? Are people doing a fresh install of android?
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sah0724Oct 8, 2026 6:15 PM
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Quote from gadgetNerd View quoted comment :
You should contact Mint and provision a new eSIM. It's unlocked if it's working on Fi so it's something on Mint which is preventing the transfer for an existing eSIM. You really don't want to return an unlocked phone and pay a restocking fee on top.
I'm gonna call mint and see if they can provision a new esim indid it through the app and did it twice and the message call Verizon still doesn't go away but Google Fi works fine but they download and install that I want to try other carriers

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Oct 8, 2026 6:25 PM
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Mornsd1Oct 8, 2026 6:25 PM
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Did anyone get US Mobile (ATT) to work?

I did pick up but debating whether to even bother if there are all these issues?
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Quote from Mornsd1 View quoted comment :
Does Verizon's phone come with bloatware? Are people doing a fresh install of android?
You cant flash the stock ROM as the bootloader is locked but you can remove/disable Verizon apps
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sah0724Oct 8, 2026 7:18 PM
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Quote from sah0724 View quoted comment :
I did that twice the call Verizon still won't go away
Oem unlocked is grayed out
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Quote from gadgetNerd View quoted comment :
Check with the google Fi free trial eSim if the phone is unlocked. I think there are some instructions in the thread about moving eSIMs which you can try later.
Mine is unlocked, Xfinity Mobile is able to add the phone IMEI to my account. It's just they have a hard time doing esim transfer from old phone.
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sah0724Oct 8, 2026 9:04 PM
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Quote from sxw88 View quoted comment :
Mine is unlocked, Xfinity Mobile is able to add the phone IMEI to my account. It's just they have a hard time doing esim transfer from old phone.
Mine still gives that error and verizon just keeps transferring me
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praneethzOct 8, 2026 9:32 PM
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Quick update. My unlock request is closed and I got an update saying it cannot be unlocked within 60 days.
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kukblue1Oct 8, 2026 9:44 PM
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Quote from SeriousLlama437 View quoted comment :
A lot and more now than ever before while Goog is handing over search history with fake warrants and locking people out of their phones who are trying to get medical help for their kids. LG listening in. Big tech is invasive. So yes, custom ROM is still a very big thing and will continue to be for advanced and average users alike.

From the Web: Virtually the entire global smartphone population—over 99.9% of users—does not use a custom operating system.
Depending on how you count active devices or unique individuals, between 4.9 billion and 7.6 billion devices run the official, factory-installed operating systems provided by Apple, Google, and their manufacturing partners

Fewer than 4 million active devices worldwide currently run mainstream custom Android operating systems,

So no the average person is not going to care the bootloader is locked.

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Quote from praneethz View quoted comment :
Quick update. My unlock request is closed and I got an update saying it cannot be unlocked within 60 days.
That's the old policy which is replaced with a new policy in Feb. It's 35 days of wait at most.

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