T-Mobile Pixel 11 deals: free phones with trade-in or new lines

Google unveiled the Pixel 11 family – base Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, Pixel 11 Pro XL, and Pixel 11 Pro Fold – with upgraded processor, cameras, and storage. T-Mobile is running preorder promotions starting today. The headline offer lets customers trade in a broken or eligible device in any condition and get a Pixel 11 or Pixel 11 Pro XL for $0 upfront. That's a rarity in carrier deals, which typically require pristine trade-ins. The value is delivered as bill credits spread over 36 months on the Experience Beyond plan, with a $35 device connection fee. If you cancel service early, the remaining device balance becomes due.

Alternatively, without any trade-in, new T-Mobile customers can get the Pixel 11 Pro free or the Pixel 11 Pro XL for under $200 when activating a line on an Experience More or Experience Beyond plan. These offers also apply to military, first responders, and 55+ plans. Google Head Start lets you pre-load apps and photos before the phone ships. Preorders open Aug. 12, with retail availability Aug. 20. ZDNET's editor rates the deal 3/5 because it's straightforward but locked to long bill credits. For anyone already on T-Mobile or considering switching, these are among the simplest ways to upgrade to Google's latest flagships without a large upfront payment.