Verizon will give you Google's newest Pixel 10 model for free right now - how to qualify
Published: (February 22, 2026 at 08:52 PM EST)
2 min read
Source: ZDNet
Source: ZDNet
Overview
Google’s latest mid‑range phone is finally here. The Pixel 10a starts at $499 and is available for preorder on Google’s online store. If you preorder the Pixel 10a through Verizon, you can receive the device for free when you open a new line.
Deal Overview
- Offer: Free Pixel 10a (device cost covered) when you open a new Verizon line.
- Activation fee: One‑time $40 fee. After activation, you only pay the monthly service plan.
- Shipping date: Verizon will ship the phone on the launch day, Thursday March 5.
Plan Options
Verizon typically ties $0‑phone deals to its most expensive plans, but this promotion works with three different Unlimited plans:
| Plan | Monthly Cost (single line) |
|---|---|
| Unlimited Welcome | $55 |
| Unlimited Plus | $70 |
| Unlimited Ultimate | $80 |
The selected rate is locked in for three years.
Device Options
- Base model: 128 GB, available in Lavender (purple) and Obsidian (black).
- Higher storage: 256 GB version, offered in Berry (red) and Fog (green).
Note: The 256 GB colors are exclusive to Google’s store.
Key Features
- Design: Rear camera bar is flush with the back, giving a clean look and allowing the phone to sit flat on a desk.
- Durability: 6.3‑inch Actua display protected by Gorilla Glass 7i, IP68 rating (dust‑proof and water‑resistant).
- Software: Ships with Android 16 and promises seven years of OS, security, and Pixel Drop updates.
- Performance: Powered by the Tensor G4 chipset, enabling AI‑driven features such as Camera Coach.
- Additional perks: Faster charging, a two‑year trial of Satellite SOS, and an improved Quick Share for easy file transfers between Android devices and compatible iPhones.