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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 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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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 heavily discounted flagship and then verifying carrier unlock after activation. The strongest upside is the low out of pocket price, with store pickup and immediate activation often leading to an unlocked phone that works with Google Fi, Mint, T Mobile, or other eSIMs. The main catch is Verizon's confusing unlock behavior, since some units stay locked for hours or days and the bootloader remains permanently locked. Cancellation usually needs chat or phone support, and full month bills or prorated charge adjustments can take follow up.

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  • Often yes, but not always. Several buyers report the phone becomes carrier-unlocked after activation and can be verified with a non-Verizon eSIM like Google Fi or Mint, while others saw a 35-day hold or had to wait for Verizon support to push the unlock. Store pickup appears to be the most reliable path for immediate unlock.

  • No. Verizon Pixels are reported to have a permanently locked bootloader, which blocks OEM unlocking and custom ROM installs even if the phone is carrier-unlocked. The carrier unlock status and bootloader lock are separate.

  • Test it with a non-Verizon eSIM or SIM, especially a free Google Fi trial eSIM, or check whether multiple carrier networks appear under SIM/network settings. If Fi or another carrier activates, the phone is carrier-unlocked; Verizon's own status page can lag behind or be misleading.

  • Yes, many buyers cancel immediately after activation and report only a small prorated charge, but Verizon may first generate a full-month bill that has to be waived in chat or by phone. The activation fee is waived on this promo, and the line should be disconnected immediately rather than left active until the end of the billing cycle.

  • Yes. Store pickup is repeatedly reported to unlock the phone right away, likely because ID verification makes the purchase count as a secure payment, while shipped orders are the ones more often tied to the 35-day unlock delay or backend unlock requests.

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Quote from Iron.Head View quoted comment :
Picked up my order in-store (512). Now cancelling the service. The charge on my card is 635.99
I'd verify first that it's unlocked before cancelling the service.
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Quote from SpyrusNViware View quoted comment :
Source? I'm pretty sure this is not true. I'll know for sure in about 3 weeks, as I have a carrier locked (non-Verizon) Pixel 10 that will be unlocking.
Yeah Verizon phones are bootloader locked but not other carriers. I got a pixel fold from woot for $290 couple of weeks which is a tmobile variant but it's bootloader unlocked.
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Quote from Mornsd1 View quoted comment :
Anyone do the purchase and cancellation in-store? It's too shady otherwise.I don't want to be stuck with a Verizon plan.
You don't want to cancel the plan without first checking the phone is unlocked. Also the standard excuse you can give for cancellation that no service in work/home which you can't really give while in the store.
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Iron.HeadSep 25, 2026 5:31 PM
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Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank

Interacting with a robot on the call right now to permanently disconnect the line and soon going to ask about the device unlock.

update: line is permanently canceled. Not sure if there will be some clawback. Already have a free Verizon line from work.

update: activated Google Fi e-sim just to test and service is active so the device must already be unlocked.
Last edited by Iron.Head September 25, 2026 at 11:08 AM.
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Quote from gadgetNerd View quoted comment :
I'd verify first that it's unlocked before cancelling the service.
Is phone unlocked? Unlocked out of the box?
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Quote from Iron.Head View quoted comment :
Interacting with a robot on the call right now to permanently disconnect the line and soon going to ask about the device unlock. update: line is permanently canceled. Not sure if there will be some clawback. Already have a free Verizon line from work. update: activated Google Fi esim just to test and service is active so the device must already be unlocked.
Did you use an existing number or have them give you something random?
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Iron.HeadSep 25, 2026 5:42 PM
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I asked for a random new number

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Quote from Iron.Head View quoted comment :
Interacting with a robot on the call right now to permanently disconnect the line and soon going to ask about the device unlock. update: line is permanently canceled. Not sure if there will be some clawback. Already have a free Verizon line from work. update: activated Google Fi esim just to test and service is active so the device must already be unlocked.
That's great. Did you activate the phone with Verizon or you did the first boot with Fi SIM?
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I was trying to complete the order and got stuck at the credit verification page that asked me which cards I got on certain months of certain years. I have no clue what they meant. Some cards I recognized but I'm not sure when I got them. And do they mean brand new cards or card renewals? Or getting another card after reporting a card stolen? Had to call and complete online verification by submitting photos, and now it's still stuck. I guess, it's not meant for me. :-)
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Iron.HeadSep 25, 2026 6:00 PM
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Quote from gadgetNerd View quoted comment :
That's great. Did you activate the phone with Verizon or you did the first boot with Fi SIM?
I activated Verizon first and used the phone to call CS to cancel the line. The only remaining risk is a clawback of some sort and waiting for the partial service refund/credit.
Last edited by Iron.Head September 25, 2026 at 11:05 AM.
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Quote from Iron.Head View quoted comment :
I activated Verizon first and used the phone to call CS to cancel the line. The only remaining risk is a clawback of some sort and waiting for the partial service refund/credit.
Yeah I don't think there will be any clawback but Verizon will likely send you a bill which you need to chat to get anything other than prorated charges waived
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Shogun749Sep 25, 2026 6:26 PM
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There's a 35 day policy waiting period to unlock the phone. So if we buy online and try to cancel we may end up with a locked phone unless u cancel after 35 days which then I don't know the rules.
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Quote from Shogun749 View quoted comment :
There's a 35 day policy waiting period to unlock the phone. So if we buy online and try to cancel we may end up with a locked phone unless u cancel after 35 days which then I don't know the rules.
I already tested Google Fi and service got activated.

Bootloader is locked and looks like cannot be unlocked.
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Quote from Iron.Head View quoted comment :
I already tested Google Fi and service got activated. Bootloader is locked and looks like cannot be unlocked.
Right. But you bought in store not online correct?

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Quote from Shogun749 View quoted comment :
Right. But you bought in store not online correct?
I ordered online with an in-store pickup. Not all stores have the 512.

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