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Sprint BYOD: 1-Year Unlimited Talk, Text & Data

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Update: The official end date to sign-up for this offer is 4/4/19 (and will not be extended again). Plans will remain active for one year from your sign-up date (promotion discount will be retired in full on 4/30/2020).

Sprint is offering 1-Year Unlimited Talk, Text & Data for Free (pay only the monthly tax/fees per line) when you bring an eligible unlocked smartphone. Thanks andrewmackoul and comintel

Note, you will be required a purchase a Sprint SIM card to take advantage of this offer (SIM card is $2.99 ea. and $10 shipping & handling + tax).

Plan includes:
  • Unlimited data, talk and text
    • Video at speeds up to 1080p -> now 480p (DVD quality)
    • Music at up to 1.5Mbps -> now 500 Kbps
    • Gaming streams at up to 8Mbps -> now 2Mbps
    • Unlimited 4G LTE data for most everything else. Data deprioritization applies during congestion.
After 4/30/2020 (or the one-year end date noted on your account, whichever comes first), the price will become:
  • Line 1: $60/mo.
  • Line 2: $40/mo.
  • Lines 3-5: $20/mo. each per line
  • Pricing shown with AutoPay. Add $5/mo. per line without AutoPay.


Eligible Devices (updated 3/11/19, domestic versions). Must be unlocked and/or compatible with Sprint SIM card and network.
Note, other phones may be eligible. If your phone isn't listed below, you may check compatibility here or on the promotion page by clicking on the "Get Started" link:
  • Apple iPhone
    • Apple iPhone 5c (Verizon only)
    • Apple iPhone 5s (Verizon only)
    • Apple iPhone 6
    • Apple iPhone 6 Plus
    • Apple iPhone 6s
    • Apple iPhone 6s Plus
    • Apple iPhone 7 (Verizon only)
    • Apple iPhone 7 Plus (Verizon only)
    • Apple iPhone 8 (Verizon only)
    • Apple iPhone 8 Plus (Verizon only)
    • Apple iPhone SE
    • Apple iPhone X (Verizon only)
  • Google
    • Google Nexus 5 (16 & 32 GB – black/white/red) (Verizon only)
    • Google Nexus 5X (all versions)
    • Google Nexus 6 (32 & 64 GB – black/white)
    • Google Nexus 6P (all versions)
    • Google Pixel
    • Google Pixel XL
    • Google Pixel 2
    • Google Pixel XL 2
    • Google Pixel 3
    • Google Pixel XL 3
  • Samsung
    • Samsung Galaxy Note8 Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy S7 edge Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy S7 Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy S8 (Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile)
    • Samsung Galaxy S8+ (Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile)
    • Samsung Galaxy S8 Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy S8+ Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy S9 Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy S9+ Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy Note9
    • Samsung Galaxy S10
    • Samsung Galaxy S10e
    • Samsung Galaxy S10+
  • Motorola
    • moto e4
    • moto e4 plus
    • moto g4
    • moto g4 play
    • moto g4 plus
    • moto g5 plus
    • moto g5s plus special edition
    • moto g6
    • moto g6 play
    • moto G7 Reo
    • moto x pure edition
    • moto x4
    • moto z2 play
    • moto z3 play
  • Other Brands
    • Alcatel IDOL5
    • Asus NovaGo
    • BLU S1/VIVO S
    • Essential Phone
    • HTC One A9 (Sprint Version only)
    • HP Spectre Folio GbPS ACPC
    • Lenovo Miix 630
    • Lenovo Yoga
    • LG X Charge
    • LG V30S
    • LG V35 ThinQ
    • LG G7 ThinQ
    • LG Stylo 4
    • LG V40 ThinQ
    • Nuu A6LC
    • Orbic Wonder
    • ZTE Blade Max 2s

Editor's Notes

Written by RevOne | Staff
  • Credit approval req. Req. AutoPay, eBill, and port-in from postpaid carrier. Savings until 4/30/2020; then $60/mo. for line 1, $40/mo. for line 2 & $30/mo./line for lines 3-5. Reqs. AutoPay (discount applied w/in 2 invoices), new account, bring your own eligible device & Sprint SIM card. Refer to the forum thread for additional information & discussion. -johnny_miller
  • Updated 8/19/18: You may also refer to this article for more information. -Corwin
No longer included:

10GB of high-speed data per line to use toward mobile hotspot, VPN and Peer-2-Peer usage. Once your 10GB is used up:
  • Continue at up to 2G speeds (32 Kbps) on our network for no additional cost, or
  • Purchase more on-network high-speed data for $15/1GB to tide you over for the rest of your bill cycle.

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Written by andrewmackoul
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Update: The official end date to sign-up for this offer is 4/4/19 (and will not be extended again). Plans will remain active for one year from your sign-up date (promotion discount will be retired in full on 4/30/2020).

Sprint is offering 1-Year Unlimited Talk, Text & Data for Free (pay only the monthly tax/fees per line) when you bring an eligible unlocked smartphone. Thanks andrewmackoul and comintel

Note, you will be required a purchase a Sprint SIM card to take advantage of this offer (SIM card is $2.99 ea. and $10 shipping & handling + tax).

Plan includes:
  • Unlimited data, talk and text
    • Video at speeds up to 1080p -> now 480p (DVD quality)
    • Music at up to 1.5Mbps -> now 500 Kbps
    • Gaming streams at up to 8Mbps -> now 2Mbps
    • Unlimited 4G LTE data for most everything else. Data deprioritization applies during congestion.
After 4/30/2020 (or the one-year end date noted on your account, whichever comes first), the price will become:
  • Line 1: $60/mo.
  • Line 2: $40/mo.
  • Lines 3-5: $20/mo. each per line
  • Pricing shown with AutoPay. Add $5/mo. per line without AutoPay.


Eligible Devices (updated 3/11/19, domestic versions). Must be unlocked and/or compatible with Sprint SIM card and network.
Note, other phones may be eligible. If your phone isn't listed below, you may check compatibility here or on the promotion page by clicking on the "Get Started" link:
  • Apple iPhone
    • Apple iPhone 5c (Verizon only)
    • Apple iPhone 5s (Verizon only)
    • Apple iPhone 6
    • Apple iPhone 6 Plus
    • Apple iPhone 6s
    • Apple iPhone 6s Plus
    • Apple iPhone 7 (Verizon only)
    • Apple iPhone 7 Plus (Verizon only)
    • Apple iPhone 8 (Verizon only)
    • Apple iPhone 8 Plus (Verizon only)
    • Apple iPhone SE
    • Apple iPhone X (Verizon only)
  • Google
    • Google Nexus 5 (16 & 32 GB – black/white/red) (Verizon only)
    • Google Nexus 5X (all versions)
    • Google Nexus 6 (32 & 64 GB – black/white)
    • Google Nexus 6P (all versions)
    • Google Pixel
    • Google Pixel XL
    • Google Pixel 2
    • Google Pixel XL 2
    • Google Pixel 3
    • Google Pixel XL 3
  • Samsung
    • Samsung Galaxy Note8 Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy S7 edge Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy S7 Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy S8 (Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile)
    • Samsung Galaxy S8+ (Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile)
    • Samsung Galaxy S8 Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy S8+ Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy S9 Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy S9+ Special Edition
    • Samsung Galaxy Note9
    • Samsung Galaxy S10
    • Samsung Galaxy S10e
    • Samsung Galaxy S10+
  • Motorola
    • moto e4
    • moto e4 plus
    • moto g4
    • moto g4 play
    • moto g4 plus
    • moto g5 plus
    • moto g5s plus special edition
    • moto g6
    • moto g6 play
    • moto G7 Reo
    • moto x pure edition
    • moto x4
    • moto z2 play
    • moto z3 play
  • Other Brands
    • Alcatel IDOL5
    • Asus NovaGo
    • BLU S1/VIVO S
    • Essential Phone
    • HTC One A9 (Sprint Version only)
    • HP Spectre Folio GbPS ACPC
    • Lenovo Miix 630
    • Lenovo Yoga
    • LG X Charge
    • LG V30S
    • LG V35 ThinQ
    • LG G7 ThinQ
    • LG Stylo 4
    • LG V40 ThinQ
    • Nuu A6LC
    • Orbic Wonder
    • ZTE Blade Max 2s

Editor's Notes

Written by RevOne | Staff
  • Credit approval req. Req. AutoPay, eBill, and port-in from postpaid carrier. Savings until 4/30/2020; then $60/mo. for line 1, $40/mo. for line 2 & $30/mo./line for lines 3-5. Reqs. AutoPay (discount applied w/in 2 invoices), new account, bring your own eligible device & Sprint SIM card. Refer to the forum thread for additional information & discussion. -johnny_miller
  • Updated 8/19/18: You may also refer to this article for more information. -Corwin
No longer included:

10GB of high-speed data per line to use toward mobile hotspot, VPN and Peer-2-Peer usage. Once your 10GB is used up:
  • Continue at up to 2G speeds (32 Kbps) on our network for no additional cost, or
  • Purchase more on-network high-speed data for $15/1GB to tide you over for the rest of your bill cycle.

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lintas1
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Guess they are finally valuing their service quality at zero dollars!! Having unfortunate experience of being a sprint customer, I wholeheartedly concur with the valuation of their service.
luckymichael
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Can I cancel after the first year?
SammyTheSalmon
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Hi! I have ten specific questions that only pertain to my individual circumstances. I epitomize laziness and my sense of entitlement is impervious to reason. Therefore it is the responsibility of anyone and everyone who reads this to find the answers to my questions.

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Dec 09, 2018 09:48 PM
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Genghis_KhanDec 09, 2018 09:48 PM
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Quote from laki1326 :
I am on this unlimited plan until Nov2019. I have 3 devices on my account. Bought an NEW Iphone XS MAX unlocked from ebay. The issue I am having with this Iphone XS MAX 256GB phone is, let me tell you all the trouble i went through:
When i received this new iphone, i took the IMEI number to make sure its compatible with sprint even before opening the package. Once confirmed I called sprint customer care to see if i can swap my sim from iphone 6 to this new iphone XS max, they suggested to go to store and have a new sim installed. Next day I went to the store, they put a new sim and activated this new iphone XS max but the service isn't working (Cant make calls/text/data, but everything looks on their end and my account is in good standing). They suggested me to go to corporate sprint store and had no luck there, this time I was suggested to go to Apple Store because they mentioned it might be device issue. When I went to Apple Store, they had no clue why the service was not working and replaced it with a new iphone XS max because it still have warranty of 1 year with Apple. Even in the replaced phone they had no luck activating the service. At that point Apple concluded it was not device issue because service won't work on both the phones. I left the store with this replacement phone, went to sprint corporate store again and told them that the issue is with the Carrier itself. This time the sprint corporate store opened a ticket and its been 10 days and no luck at all. In the mean time they reactivated my iphone 6 back so that I can have the service going on it until they resolve the issue with IPHONE XS MAX.

If you are wondering if there is issue with my sprint account: my account is all upto date (no pending bills, never suspended for any reason, zero issues in short). Funny thing is "DATA" works 65% of the time but the Message and Talk wont work at all. Reached Sprint Level2 team (they opened a ticket), Sprint Corporate store opened a ticket. Nothing helps at this point of time.

I did put my friends ATT sim to make sure if this replaced phone works with other carriers and it just works fine.

Any suggestions to help me is greatly appreciated. Also posting this info to just make the group aware incase if some one is trying to buy unlocked IPHONE XS MAX.
I suggest you buy an android phone.
Dec 09, 2018 09:57 PM
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comintelDec 09, 2018 09:57 PM
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Quote from dcshoes1 :
Galaxy s7 edge att will work, right? If unlocked?
No and there's no reason it would. S7 and S7 Edge branded models were carrier specific.
Dec 09, 2018 09:57 PM
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comintelDec 09, 2018 09:57 PM
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Quote from laki1326 :
I am on this unlimited plan until Nov2019. I have 3 devices on my account. Bought an NEW Iphone XS MAX unlocked from ebay. The issue I am having with this Iphone XS MAX 256GB phone is, let me tell you all the trouble i went through:
When i received this new iphone, i took the IMEI number to make sure its compatible with sprint even before opening the package. Once confirmed I called sprint customer care to see if i can swap my sim from iphone 6 to this new iphone XS max, they suggested to go to store and have a new sim installed. Next day I went to the store, they put a new sim and activated this new iphone XS max but the service isn't working (Cant make calls/text/data, but everything looks on their end and my account is in good standing). They suggested me to go to corporate sprint store and had no luck there, this time I was suggested to go to Apple Store because they mentioned it might be device issue. When I went to Apple Store, they had no clue why the service was not working and replaced it with a new iphone XS max because it still have warranty of 1 year with Apple. Even in the replaced phone they had no luck activating the service. At that point Apple concluded it was not device issue because service won't work on both the phones. I left the store with this replacement phone, went to sprint corporate store again and told them that the issue is with the Carrier itself. This time the sprint corporate store opened a ticket and its been 10 days and no luck at all. In the mean time they reactivated my iphone 6 back so that I can have the service going on it until they resolve the issue with IPHONE XS MAX.

If you are wondering if there is issue with my sprint account: my account is all upto date (no pending bills, never suspended for any reason, zero issues in short). Funny thing is "DATA" works 65% of the time but the Message and Talk wont work at all. Reached Sprint Level2 team (they opened a ticket), Sprint Corporate store opened a ticket. Nothing helps at this point of time.

I did put my friends ATT sim to make sure if this replaced phone works with other carriers and it just works fine.

Any suggestions to help me is greatly appreciated. Also posting this info to just make the group aware incase if some one is trying to buy unlocked IPHONE XS MAX.
Others have it working fine.
Dec 09, 2018 09:58 PM
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lou2004Dec 09, 2018 09:58 PM
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Quote from laki1326 :
I am on this unlimited plan until Nov2019. I have 3 devices on my account. Bought an NEW Iphone XS MAX unlocked from ebay. The issue I am having with this Iphone XS MAX 256GB phone is, let me tell you all the trouble i went through:
When i received this new iphone, i took the IMEI number to make sure its compatible with sprint even before opening the package. Once confirmed I called sprint customer care to see if i can swap my sim from iphone 6 to this new iphone XS max, they suggested to go to store and have a new sim installed. Next day I went to the store, they put a new sim and activated this new iphone XS max but the service isn't working (Cant make calls/text/data, but everything looks on their end and my account is in good standing). They suggested me to go to corporate sprint store and had no luck there, this time I was suggested to go to Apple Store because they mentioned it might be device issue. When I went to Apple Store, they had no clue why the service was not working and replaced it with a new iphone XS max because it still have warranty of 1 year with Apple. Even in the replaced phone they had no luck activating the service. At that point Apple concluded it was not device issue because service won't work on both the phones. I left the store with this replacement phone, went to sprint corporate store again and told them that the issue is with the Carrier itself. This time the sprint corporate store opened a ticket and its been 10 days and no luck at all. In the mean time they reactivated my iphone 6 back so that I can have the service going on it until they resolve the issue with IPHONE XS MAX.

If you are wondering if there is issue with my sprint account: my account is all upto date (no pending bills, never suspended for any reason, zero issues in short). Funny thing is "DATA" works 65% of the time but the Message and Talk wont work at all. Reached Sprint Level2 team (they opened a ticket), Sprint Corporate store opened a ticket. Nothing helps at this point of time.

I did put my friends ATT sim to make sure if this replaced phone works with other carriers and it just works fine.

Any suggestions to help me is greatly appreciated. Also posting this info to just make the group aware incase if some one is trying to buy unlocked IPHONE XS MAX.
you need SIMGLW416TQ SIM and try factory reset the device.
Dec 09, 2018 10:08 PM
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comintelDec 09, 2018 10:08 PM
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Quote from laki1326 :
I am on this unlimited plan until Nov2019. I have 3 devices on my account. Bought an NEW Iphone XS MAX unlocked from ebay. The issue I am having with this Iphone XS MAX 256GB phone is, let me tell you all the trouble i went through:
When i received this new iphone, i took the IMEI number to make sure its compatible with sprint even before opening the package. Once confirmed I called sprint customer care to see if i can swap my sim from iphone 6 to this new iphone XS max, they suggested to go to store and have a new sim installed. Next day I went to the store, they put a new sim and activated this new iphone XS max but the service isn't working (Cant make calls/text/data, but everything looks on their end and my account is in good standing). They suggested me to go to corporate sprint store and had no luck there, this time I was suggested to go to Apple Store because they mentioned it might be device issue. When I went to Apple Store, they had no clue why the service was not working and replaced it with a new iphone XS max because it still have warranty of 1 year with Apple. Even in the replaced phone they had no luck activating the service. At that point Apple concluded it was not device issue because service won't work on both the phones. I left the store with this replacement phone, went to sprint corporate store again and told them that the issue is with the Carrier itself. This time the sprint corporate store opened a ticket and its been 10 days and no luck at all. In the mean time they reactivated my iphone 6 back so that I can have the service going on it until they resolve the issue with IPHONE XS MAX.

If you are wondering if there is issue with my sprint account: my account is all upto date (no pending bills, never suspended for any reason, zero issues in short). Funny thing is "DATA" works 65% of the time but the Message and Talk wont work at all. Reached Sprint Level2 team (they opened a ticket), Sprint Corporate store opened a ticket. Nothing helps at this point of time.

I did put my friends ATT sim to make sure if this replaced phone works with other carriers and it just works fine.

Any suggestions to help me is greatly appreciated. Also posting this info to just make the group aware incase if some one is trying to buy unlocked IPHONE XS MAX.
Quote from lou2004 :
you need SIMGLW416TQ SIM and try factory reset the device.
Right - or 516TQ.

Apple has lots of 416TQ' s that they give out and Sprint uses 516TQ's but either is of course fine.
Last edited by comintel December 9, 2018 at 03:13 PM.
Dec 09, 2018 10:20 PM
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Nice-GuyBDec 09, 2018 10:20 PM
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Quote from comintel :
The $30 is credited back in 2 billing cycles. It says that on the Sprint page.

$8 is normal for 2 lines or in a very few high tax areas even for one line..
Thanks! Good to hear about the activation fee being refunded. I just have 1 line, freakin New York City lol....still a fantastic deal, so I won't complain!
Dec 09, 2018 11:22 PM
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jjtricketDec 09, 2018 11:22 PM
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Quote from lou2004 :
you need SIMGLW416TQ SIM and try factory reset the device.
We have this same phone on our plan with no issues. Follow lou2004's advice.

I would think the apple and sprint would have tried the same thing, good luck and let us know what happens
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Dec 09, 2018 11:23 PM
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kenpetDec 09, 2018 11:23 PM
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Has anyone activate ZTE Max XL on the free BYOD plan?
Dec 09, 2018 11:28 PM
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kenpetDec 09, 2018 11:28 PM
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In another thread, somebody suggested along this line. Can someone confirm it if this works for Free BYOD plan? Buy the new device on sale at Bestbuy (with one time payment option) on a new line on a PAID Sprint Acct. After a day cancel the new line and then use this phone on the BYOD plan?

Can you cancel the new line right away? OR do you have to swap the line to a different carrier? I had a byod plan before and I could only cancel my line at the end of a billing cycle. May be it is different for a new line.

Can someone clarify? Thank you.
Dec 10, 2018 12:06 AM
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eatlocaltexasDec 10, 2018 12:06 AM
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Quote from Danzilla :
soooo... no monthly charge other than fees for first year??
We brought 3 phones , my monthly bill is $11.37
Dec 10, 2018 12:17 AM
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kb08Dec 10, 2018 12:17 AM
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Does anyone know by what timeframe Sprint updated the savings end date from 11/30/19 to 1/31/20 ? Trying to understand when they update the next saving date..
Dec 10, 2018 12:20 AM
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comintelDec 10, 2018 12:20 AM
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Quote from kb08 :
Does anyone know by what timeframe Sprint updated the savings end date from 11/30/19 to 1/31/20 ? Trying to understand when they update the next saving date..
Recently it has most commonly been 2 to 3 weeks before the last day.

So could be mid January.

But could be earlier or later.
Last edited by comintel December 9, 2018 at 05:22 PM.
Dec 10, 2018 12:27 AM
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genesterDec 10, 2018 12:27 AM
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Brought over a Pixel 3 from Verizon (BB BF deal) with no issues.

Thanks OP!
Dec 10, 2018 02:03 AM
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PlatinumWisdomDec 10, 2018 02:03 AM
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This is awesome. My main line is with T-Mobile and my secondary line is now active with Sprint. I use both lines on my iPhone XS. ESIM I activated for TMobile. SIM slot is for Sprint. Works amazing

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Dec 10, 2018 02:05 AM
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akhereDec 10, 2018 02:05 AM
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Quote from xpg68 :
This is awesome. My main line is with T-Mobile and my secondary line is now active with Sprint. I use both lines on my iPhone XS. ESIM I activated for TMobile. SIM slot is for Sprint. Works amazing
Thats great...

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