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Every Amazon Google Pixel 11 preorder deal - get up to $350 on an Amazon gift card, free
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Google just announced its new flagship Pixel 11 series, including the Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, Pixel 11 Pro XL, and Pixel 11 Pro Fold. The phones include upgrades to the processor, cameras, and storage, making them an elevated choice if you're looking to upgrade.
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While you can preorder the phones from Google, as well as Verizon, T-Mobile, and AT&T, those aren't the only routes you can take if you're looking for a deal.
If you preorder at Amazon, you can save extra money through an Amazon gift card. If you preorder the Pixel 11, you'll get a free a $100 gift card, which essentially drops the price to $799. Preordering the Pixel 11 Pro and 11 Pro XL will score you a $200 gift card. For all Pixel 11 phones, you can save up to $250 more if you have an older device to trade in. The biggest free gift card offer is available for the Pixel Pro Fold, where you can get a free $350 gift card upon completing your preorder.
Unlike popular carrier offers, Amazon's preorders truly come with no strings. You can buy any of the new Pixel devices, pay in full up front, receive some extra cash back in the form of an Amazon gift card, and activate your new device when it arrives, which will be after Aug. 20.
If you're not interested in paying up front, we recommend scouting other offers direct from carriers like T-Mobile, AT&T, and Verizon. Remember, you'll likely want to connect your phone with service upon purchasing from Amazon anyway, so direct carrier offers may be a better choice for those not interested in some extra hassle.
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How I rated this deal
Amazon's preorder offers are generally the best available for those who want unlocked devices. Plus, they come with free Amazon gift card offers, which can essentially be applied to whatever you'd like. For their flexibility and free gift card inclusions, I've given this a 4/5 Editors' deal rating.
When will this deal expire?
Preorders for the Pixel 11 line start today, and the phones hit stores Aug. 20. We anticipate these deals to last at least during the preorder period, though they are subject to change whenever.
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