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Apple’s latest iPhone generation is officially up for grabs, and the new device looks sweet for fans of the iOS ecosystem. As you might expect, the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max aren’t cheap, so a good deal goes a long way to making the smartphone accessible. Luckily, new and existing Verizon customers can save now on their new iPhone with these sweet deals.
One of the best offers features a free iPad A16 and Apple Watch Series 12 (or previous generation) with iPhone orders and eligible Verizon Plans. It’s an incredibly sweet deal, perfect for students and newcomers to the Apple universe. The devices pair seamlessly, creating a stress-free setup for one user or a value-packed trio to be shared among family members.
Keep reading for more details on how to get Verizon freebies with your iPhone 18 Pro purchase. I’ve also broken down some of the provider’s other ongoing offers for new iPhone purchases, in case you’re interested in a different discount.
How to get a free Apple Watch Series 12 and iPad A16 with iPhone purchases
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To get your free devices with your Verizon order, you need to have an iPhone Service plan. Here’s how to get started:
- Head to the Verizon website and choose the iPhone you want — it doesn’t have to be the newest generation to count.
- Select the color and storage size you want, specify whether you’re a new or existing customer, indicate whether you’d like to include a trade-in, then click “Order.”
- Select the iPad and Apple Watch you’d prefer in the pop-up that appears after adding the phone to your cart.
- Click “Next steps” after adding all three items to your cart.
- Select your preferred Verizon cell plan and proceed through account enrollment and checkout.
This specific promo covers your additional devices through bill credits. Put simply, you’ll pay up front for the iPad and Apple Watch, but Verizon will discount your monthly bill to offset the total cost.
If you already have a smartwatch and a tablet, Verizon is also offering other great promotions on the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max.
What devices are eligible for the Verizon iPhone 18 Pro deal?
The Verizon deal isn’t limited only to the latest devices — it actually applies to a handful of different Apple devices. Any iPhone purchased with a Verizon Service Plan can be bundled with a free iPad A16 and any of the following smartwatches:
If you’re unsure how those exact models compare, see this table for a quick glance at their different specs.
| Series 12 | SE 3 | SE 2 | |
| Starting price | $500 | $300 | $250 |
| Sizes | 46mm or 42mm | 44mm or 40mm | 44mm or 40mm |
| Case material | Aluminum, titanium, or ceramic | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Max brightness | 2,000 nits | 1,000 nits | 1,000 nits |
| Chip | S11 | S10 | S8 |
| Max battery life | 24 hours | 18 hours | 18 hours |
Aside from these hardware differences, the pricier options also offer better software features, such as Siri AI, 5G compatibility, more robust health tracking, and more. It’s a big difference worth paying for, if you can afford the upfront cost of the Series 12. After all, Verizon will refund you the amount with monthly bill credits anyway.
iPhone 18 Pro colors and sizes
Apple released the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max with a new array of colors, as they do with every new generation. It is available in burgundy, black, silver, and glacier. Storage sizes are also broken down into 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, and 2 TB, with smaller variants eliminated altogether.
Verizon Flex Upgrade explained
Some of the deals will offer you the opportunity to sign up for Verizon Flex Upgrade. It’s an option add-on to certain Verizon Plans, costing you $10 a month per line for an annual upgrade when you trade in your old device. It’s one of three packages you can tack onto the provider’s plans; here’s a breakdown of each one:
- Flex Upgrade ($10/month): Pay a monthly fee to upgrade to the latest device every year in exchange for trading in your old device.
- Simplicity Plus ($35/month): Only eligible for Simplicity plans, this add-on adds a handful of perks like a monthly Travel Pass day, Global Choice, and a monthly bill credit to cover your new device’s installment payment.
- Simplicity Pro ($50/month): Also limited to Simplicity Plans, this top-tier upgrade includes everything in Plus, plus an extra Travel Pass Day and expanded device cost coverage.
Verizon plan options
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Verizon keeps things blissfully simple with only a few plan options to choose from. Not all of the tiers are compatible with the Phone 18 Pro deals I’ve mentioned above, but here’s a list of what the provider offers:
- Simplicity Plan: 5G Ultra Wideband plus freebies starting at $30 a month when you switch and bring your number
- Unlimited Welcome: Unlimited 5G starting at $65 a month for one line
- Unlimited Plus: 5G Ultra Wideband plus 30GB hotspot starting at $80 a month for one line
- Unlimited Ultimate: 5G Ultra Wideband with enhanced video calling and streaming, plus unlimited hotspot starting at $95 a month for one line
Prices get cheaper per line if you buy a plan with multiple users. Signing up for only a single cell line can get pricey, so we recommend teaming up with friends and family to get the best Verizon price.
See more: iPhone 18 Pro offers | iPhone 18 Pro Max deals | Verizon free phone deals | Verizon myPlan vs. Simplicity plans
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