Verizon is running an interesting deal on some of the top smartphones that released on the market recently. We've already reported on the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL deals where you can get up to 50% of with trade-in and 2 free months of YouTube TV, a Google Chromecast ($35 value), and a Google Home Mini ($49).
However, if Google's smartphones are not your thing, Verizon has other flagships on discount, but there are some caveats to the deal that might not be to your liking. First off, you'll have to stick with Verizon for the next 24 months if you take any of the deals available starting April 5 since you'll be awarded trade-in credit spread across two years
Also, you'll have to trade-in one of the flagships that were released in the last year or so for the maximum 50% discount. Third, you won't get more than $499.99 trade-in credit for your purchase at Verizon.
Up to $999.99 device payment purchase req’d. Less up to $499.99 trade-in credit applied to account over 24 mos.; credit ends when balance paid or line terminated; 0% APR. Trade-in must be in good working & cosmetic condition.
In order to get the maximum 50% discount on the iPhone 8, Samsung Galaxy S9, or Moto Z2 Force, you have to trade in the following device in good working and cosmetic condition: iPhone 8/8 Plus, 7/7 Plus, iPhone 6S Plus, Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge, Galaxy S8/S8+, Note 8, Pixel, Pixel XL, Pixel 2/2 XL, LG G6, LG V30, Motorola Moto Z2 Force, or Moto Z Force.
If you want a slightly better smartphone like the iPhone 8+, Samsung Galaxy S9+ or LG V30, you must trade in one the following flagships for 50% off: iPhone X, iPhone 8/8 Plus, iPhone 7/7 Plus, Samsung Galaxy S8/S8+, Note 8, Pixel 2/2 XL, LG V30, or Motorola Moto Z2 Force.
Finally, if you want the top tier phones from either Samsung or Apple, the Galaxy Note 8 or iPhone X, here are the only smartphones that would allow you to get 50% off: iPhone X, iPhone 8 Plus, Samsung Galaxy S8 and Samsung Galaxy Note 8.
In case you want to trade in slightly older flagships, Verizon accepts certain models, but you'll only get a 35% discount: iPhone 6/6 Plus/6S, Samsung Galaxy S7, Note 5, Galaxy S6/S6 edge/S6 edge+, LG G5, LG V20, Motorola Moto Z Droid, Moto Z2 Play, and HTC 10.
Unfortunately, for the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 or iPhone X, you'll have to trade in newer devices to get the 35% discount: iPhone 7/7Plus, iPhone 8, Samsung Galaxy S8, Pixel 2/2XL, or LG V30.
Cosmin, a tech journalist with a career spanning over a decade, brings a wealth of experience to PhoneArena. His expertise lies in brands like Samsung and Nokia, and he has a keen interest in innovative technologies. After a brief stint in PR, Cosmin returned to tech journalism in 2016, committed to delivering clear and objective news. When he's not writing or appearing as a guest on TV and radio shows, Cosmin enjoys playing RPGs, watching Netflix, and nurturing his passion for history and travel.
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