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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****


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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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.

  • eSIM setup can be unreliable, with some devices showing "contact Verizon" errors or failing to add other carrier eSIMs even after activation.

  • Unlock timing can be delayed for shipped orders, with Verizon support sometimes citing a 35-day wait or longer.

  • Verizon Pixels can have a permanently locked bootloader, which prevents custom ROM installs like LineageOS or GrapheneOS.

  • Canceling early can still trigger full-month billing or additional bills that require follow-up chats to waive charges.

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Sep 28, 2026 2:26 PM
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KvetchsterSep 28, 2026 2:26 PM
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Quote from gadgetNerd View quoted comment :
Yes, be polite but firm. Point to the Verizon return policy if you have to

https://www.verizon.com/support/return-policy/ under standard account disconnection

" You may terminate service for any reason. You will remain responsible for your Activation Fee unless you terminate service within 3 days of activation.

You will also be responsible for all applicable usage fees, prorated access charges, taxes, surcharges or other charges that accrued to your account through the termination date. If you paid a security deposit, it may take between 30 and 60 days to process the return of your security deposit. The charges for any service used on the account before the service termination date may be applied against your security deposit."
09-28 update : Tried agent on the line with your advice , couldn't get them to waive it , here's the final answer : "Thank you for asking. I've checked our system and can confirm that monthly plan charges are not prorated when a line is cancelled. You will remain responsible for the full monthly charge and associated taxes/surcharges, even if cancelled within 3 days. I'm sorry for that." So , might need to try a different agent , however , even with the 50$ additional payment it is still amazing deal , so my FOMO conscious is clean . Thanks for all of your help , I'm enjoying my new phone.
Sep 28, 2026 2:43 PM
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mightSep 28, 2026 2:43 PM
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Any issues with picking this up? Do store employees try to upsell and make it unpleasant or is it a simple pick up?
not really, the dude asked if I want accessories for my phone and I said no. that was it.
Sep 28, 2026 3:04 PM
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kcpdSep 28, 2026 3:04 PM
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Quote from giantbruin View quoted comment :
For those who were asked to submit a copy of your DL and utility bill, did you have to also call Verizon or did submitting those push the order forward?
I called them to push the order forward , then there they put my call on hold verified the docs and got an email update saying order is placed.
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Quote from urover365 View quoted comment :
Any issues with picking this up? Do store employees try to upsell and make it unpleasant or is it a simple pick up?
It should be simple pickup, you have already selected the plan and paid for the device so this is just grabbing the device and get out.
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Quote from crzdmniac View quoted comment :
I'm not sure how or why they'd claw back anything. It says right on the Verizon account that the device is fully paid off and eligible for an upgrade, and the receipt stapled to my bag from store pickup shows "Disc -$620". I'm not worried about them trying to claw back personally, and if you do owe a debt and you block the payment, it doesn't mean you no longer owe.
Yeah it's pretty clearly laid out. Even if Verizon is terrible it would be a blatant breach of their own TC to charge anything later. Moreover the account will be cancelled so there should not be any change on they cancelled except for the final bill.
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Quote from Kvetchster View quoted comment :
09-28 update : Tried agent on the line with your advice , couldn't get them to waive it , here's the final answer : "Thank you for asking. I've checked our system and can confirm that monthly plan charges are not prorated when a line is cancelled. You will remain responsible for the full monthly charge and associated taxes/surcharges, even if cancelled within 3 days. I'm sorry for that." So , might need to try a different agent , however , even with the 50$ additional payment it is still amazing deal , so my FOMO conscious is clean . Thanks for all of your help , I'm enjoying my new phone.
You should be able to cancel it immediately as all have done here. I don't know if you want to call or visit a store but if you are fine with paying a month of service then it's alright.
Sep 28, 2026 3:11 PM
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StrongCheetah7116Sep 28, 2026 3:11 PM
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I received my phone this morning, after activating and checking online account device lock status, its showing device is locked. Strange thing is on Device tab it shows device is paid in full and AI agent says device is unlocked. When I try use Google Fi esim, it say device is locked. Do i need to check with Agent about why my device is still Locked?
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Sep 28, 2026 3:40 PM
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kruSlickSep 28, 2026 3:40 PM
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Quote from might View quoted comment :
worked easy for me.

  1. buy phone to pick up in store.
  2. activate phone with verizon. Create account.
  3. verizon account says phone is unlocked.
  4. Test with google FI esim, all good.
  5. Chat with Verizon AI bot and request "agent".
  6. Tell agent service at home and at work is poor. Ask for immediate disconnect of the line.
  7. Agents confirms yes immediate disconnect and also emails me disconnect details showing effective day today.
  8. Transfer esim from my current service to the phone.
  9. Message my credit card company to tell them I "lost" my credit card and need a new one. If there's any Verizon clawback, this should perhaps prevent it.
TY in advance. I followed all the steps. (Shipped to home instead of pick up)
I activated and created an account on my Verizon app on the new 11pro. Where do I check below? I tried using T-Mobile 30 days trial and esim isn't downloading. Also when I search imei I see esim 2 isn't available in the phone
  1. verizon account says phone is unlocked
Sep 28, 2026 3:50 PM
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kruSlickSep 28, 2026 3:50 PM
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Quote from StrongCheetah7116 View quoted comment :
I received my phone this morning, after activating and checking online account device lock status, its showing device is locked. Strange thing is on Device tab it shows device is paid in full and AI agent says device is unlocked. When I try use Google Fi esim, it say device is locked. Do i need to check with Agent about why my device is still Locked?
Same here, shows device is locked when logged into my Verizon, clicked on device info/detail than device management and "check device unlock status "
Sep 28, 2026 4:36 PM
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dfsretro123Sep 28, 2026 4:36 PM
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Quote from gadgetNerd View quoted comment :
Just esim
Oh thanks... yea I needed physical sim...
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Quote from kruSlick View quoted comment :
Same here, shows device is locked when logged into my Verizon, clicked on device info/detail than device management and "check device unlock status "
What do you see in the list of available networks? If it shows all carriers then it's unlocked.

Open Settings and go to Network & internet or Connections.Select Mobile networks.Tap Network operators.Turn off the Automatically select network switch to scan and display a list of all available carrier
Sep 28, 2026 4:52 PM
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StrongCheetah7116Sep 28, 2026 4:52 PM
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What do you see in the list of available networks? If it shows all carriers then it's unlocked.

Open Settings and go to Network & internet or Connections.Select Mobile networks.Tap Network operators.Turn off the Automatically select network switch to scan and display a list of all available carrier
Its shows all networks, but for some reason when trying to add another esim from other network, its not allowing. It says device is locked to another carrier. Appears there is some kind of sync issue not removing lock from backend even though its showing its available for upgrade.
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Quote from StrongCheetah7116 View quoted comment :
Its shows all networks, but for some reason when trying to add another esim from other network, its not allowing. It says device is locked to another carrier. Appears there is some kind of sync issue not removing lock from backend even though its showing its available for upgrade.
I have seen people reported it took 24 hours but most here were able to just unlock instantly. Can you try with free Google Fi trail SIM. I think moving the eSIM to that phone is a bit tricky, some reported a process couple of pages back.
Sep 28, 2026 4:56 PM
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kruSlickSep 28, 2026 4:56 PM
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Quote from gadgetNerd View quoted comment :
What do you see in the list of available networks? If it shows all carriers then it's unlocked.

Open Settings and go to Network & internet or Connections.Select Mobile networks.Tap Network operators.Turn off the Automatically select network switch to scan and display a list of all available carrier
Device settings>SIMs>Add SIM>Set up an esim > gives contact verizon screen with their phone number.
When logged into Verizon account and checking device unlock status, it says locked. Even though on front page it said your device is paid off and I can Upgrade now

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spacemanvtSep 28, 2026 4:56 PM
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You sometimes need to keep going to the Verizon site over and over till it sends you the best offer it has C1 likes to play games

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