https://www.cnet.com/news/black-friday-2018-pixel-3-deals-free-pixel-3-600-pixel-3-800-off-pixel-3-xl-google-best-buy-verizon-cyber-monday/ > Let's get straight to the caveats. Verizon's deal requires you to activate a new line of service, and your discount comes in the form of monthly bill credits over a 24 month period. However, by the end of that period, you'll have either received a free Pixel 3 (after the full-price purchase of another one), or you've taken $800 off the price of your Pixel 3XL, which is a bit larger than the Pixel 3, has a notched screen design and enjoys slightly longer battery life. Otherwise, the two Pixels are just the same. > One of the biggest myths about the Pixel 3 is that it works with Verizon only. Not true! You can buy it unlocked on the Google Store and slip in your own carrier SIM card. Starting Nov. 16, Google will give you half off either the Pixel 3 or larger 3 XL when you buy the first one at full price. The offer ends Nov. 21 (the day before Thanksgiving.