Google will be selling its brand new Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL at pop-up locations in Los Angeles and New York City starting tomorrow. But while you might expect that a Pixel purchased from these temporary Google shops would be the same as buying one from the Google Store, it turns out that’s an incorrect assumption.

A Google spokesperson has confirmed with The Verge that the pop-up stores will in fact be selling the Verizon model of both Pixel 2s. The Verizon Pixel 2 is unlocked and compatible with all major US networks, so using it on AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint, or another carrier isn’t a problem. I’ve followed up to ask whether buyers will need to have a Verizon account. But either way, there are a couple other points worth knowing.

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