Now that the Pixel 3 is on the horizon, huge retailer Best Buy alongside Verizon offer the Google Pixel 2 XL with a $400 discount.
Making Room For New Stock
As new smartphone models come out, it is a common practice for wireless carriers to offer deals to help clear the inventory. The usual promotion is a BOGO (Buy One, Get One) deal, which requires consumers to purchase two devices and receive monthly rebates to render the second one free.
It seems that Verizon wants to make space for the upcoming flagship phone from the search firm as soon as possible. Therefore, to make it attractive for buyers, there is an outright credit of $200, while the remaining half is spread across 24 months of bill credits.
Moreover, for those who want a smaller smartphone, there is another option to grab the regular Pixel 2, which only comes with a $200 discount. The second one also follows the same terms as its bigger sibling.
A Good Time To Upgrade
Most consumers agree that the Best Buy promotion for the Google Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL is a great opportunity to grab. These are feature-packed smartphones that are worth the upgrade for most users who are shopping for a new device.
However, there are some users who advise against it right now. Sources claim that the Verizon deal makes it easy for people to make uninformed decisions. According to their analysis, the Pixel 3 is just around the corner alongside another flagship release from Samsung.
Rumors hint that the Galaxy Note 9 might hit retailers as early as August, which gives them a head start over Apple. The company is expected to debut its new iPhone models this September. For those willing to give up on the pure Android experience provided by the Pixel lineup, then its also a good option to wait for what the competition has to offer.
A Small Caveat For Others
The Google Pixel 2 XL and Pixel 2 offering from Best Buy might be a tempting promotion, but it is specifically designed to grab new subscribers. Those who want to sign up for a monthly plan will certainly benefit from the $400 or $200 discount depending on the model. On the other hand, existing subscribers have to think twice about it as it will lock them up for two years with Verizon.
Those who are interested in the offer should check it out online or in-store, as the retailer did not specify how long the deal will last.
