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Costco Warehouse: Purchase iPhone 11 or XR (TMO) + Trade-In + New Line & Get

via One Time Bill Credit/Prepaid Card

Up to $700 Back

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Membership Wireless via Costco Warehouse [Warehouse Locator] is offering Up to $700 Back via Rebate (One Time Bill Credit + Virtual Prepaid Card) when you purchase an Apple iPhone 11 or XR w/ New Line Activation for T-Mobile + Qualifying Apple iPhone Trade-In (listed below) valid at participating Costco Warehouse Wireless Center locations. Thanks ffly45

Note, offer valid only at Costco Warehouse. Device/carrier selection may vary by locations.

Qualifying/Eligible Trade-In Devices
  • Up to $700 (depending on condition):
    • Apple iPhone XS/XS Max/XR or X
    • Apple iPhone 8/8 Plus
    • Apple iPhone 7/7 Plus
  • Up to $500 (depending on condition):
    • Apple iPhone 6s/6s Plus
Also, get 1-Year Apple TV+ for Free w/ your new iPhone purchase [Info]

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Written by SaltyOne | Staff
Offer valid through November 27, 2019 or while promotion last. Qualified activation at Wireless Center + New Line of service and qualifying trade-in phone is required at time of redemption. Allow 6-8 weeks for rebate processing; max 4/account. Please refer to the forum thread for all internal discussion/advice on offer. Ask a Wireless Sales Expect for complete offer details/qualifications.

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Membership Wireless via Costco Warehouse [Warehouse Locator] is offering Up to $700 Back via Rebate (One Time Bill Credit + Virtual Prepaid Card) when you purchase an Apple iPhone 11 or XR w/ New Line Activation for T-Mobile + Qualifying Apple iPhone Trade-In (listed below) valid at participating Costco Warehouse Wireless Center locations. Thanks ffly45

Note, offer valid only at Costco Warehouse. Device/carrier selection may vary by locations.

Qualifying/Eligible Trade-In Devices
  • Up to $700 (depending on condition):
    • Apple iPhone XS/XS Max/XR or X
    • Apple iPhone 8/8 Plus
    • Apple iPhone 7/7 Plus
  • Up to $500 (depending on condition):
    • Apple iPhone 6s/6s Plus
Also, get 1-Year Apple TV+ for Free w/ your new iPhone purchase [Info]

Editor's Notes

Written by SaltyOne | Staff
Offer valid through November 27, 2019 or while promotion last. Qualified activation at Wireless Center + New Line of service and qualifying trade-in phone is required at time of redemption. Allow 6-8 weeks for rebate processing; max 4/account. Please refer to the forum thread for all internal discussion/advice on offer. Ask a Wireless Sales Expect for complete offer details/qualifications.

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RS1985
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Jeez...

-Simple Choice is NOT eligible. No, your account isn't special. It won't work. You have to change plans

-If you don't walk out of the store w/ the new Iphone in your hand, you will get bill credits. Which means you are stuck for 2 years and the extra you're paying for the line lessens this deal.

-Deal is $500 rebate for 6s phones, $700 for iPhone 7 and beyond. If you have an iPhone 6 or lower, you're getting no rebate. End of story. There are no loopholes or "what ifs".

-Phone screen can't be cracked. Not a "what about a little crack in the corner" comment. It will be rejected. Same goes for "what about a home button not working." Try it, but don't be surprised when it gets rejected. It's your $700 gamble. Stop asking if it will work.

-If your screen is cracked, get it fixed by a 3rd party place before sending in. It's typically less than $100

-Phone can be unlocked after 40 days w/ a request to Tmobile, and then used with any wireless service.

-Can't cancel line until you get your rebate; then go ahead and cancel or port out. Rebate takes 2-3 months to get

-Phone supports dual sim, so put your current ph# on the Esim (just go to a Tmobile store and ask) and the sim card with your new # in the phone. Yes, you can now have 2 numbers on new iPhones. Then you don't risk the phone # not being active while waiting for the rebate.

-If you want a cheap iPhone 7, look on the internet. Don't be lazy. Otherwise try a boost mobile store and read the "instore promo" offers on their website. Some are shady, so ask everything they're charging you for.

-Lastly, don't trust the Costco wireless reps. Hundreds of people here have done this and similar deals. They know better than any rep you will meet, as they've all done these deals.
User2933840
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Please make sure that you buy the phone outright, meaning limited colors and storage options.

My local store didn't have the iPhone 11 in stock and I was told I'd still get the GC rebate. After reading all the paperwork, when I got home, this isn't the case. Had to go back to cancel the line and wait for the phone shipment to arrive to go back and return that (which you have to mail yourself with the label provided). 2 weeks later, EIP is still on my account.
WiseScene804
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You are talking CRAP.....stop telling untruths.

This is ABSOLUTELY wrong

ANY listed phone, ANY carrier.....as long as its in good condition and not icloud locked

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Dec 3, 2019
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rattatatat
Dec 3, 2019
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Quote from akhere :
How much you paid for boost iphone7?
Bought 2 iphone 7. I called a local store on Saturday they were still doing the deal for 1 phone. $49.99 for phone + prepaid plan + activation + tax/fees. Go to a corporate boost store, don't go to a reseller. They make try to make you pay more for additional things.

boost purchase came out to:
$266.89
————-
$99.99 - 2 iphone 7 ($399.99-$350 for one w/ port in, $399-$100 national promo- $250 Bogo promo)
$27 - Activation 1st phone
$17 - activation 2nd phone
$80 - boost prepaid plan for 2 lines
$3 - Bfee
$39.91 - hawaii tax 4.71%
Dec 3, 2019
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gk6740
Dec 3, 2019
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Just did this deal just like last year for me.

Walked in. Had a handful in stock, all 64gb.

Had one white one and took it.

Paperwork shows 12/5 ending date. But would not be surprised if they extend.

Traded in 8plus and got text with notice of credit while still standing there.

Handed me all the paperwork INCLUDING USPS SHIPPING LABEL.

Yes, I made that large since folks CONSTANTLY come here and say they did not get a shipping label. I will hand this to mail carrier in a week or so to send back.

Yes, I added a line.
Rep gave the 6 month thing - will not be doing the "new line" it that long, but will be staying with TMobile. We switched because of this plan and better rates last year and plan on staying with them.

While I was there, they sold two others TM phones. So inventory moves around.

Dec 3, 2019
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rattlingabhi
Dec 3, 2019
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Quote from rattatatat :
Hopped on this while in vacation in Hawaii for my wife and I. Wife wanted to upgrade. We checked our usage and we don't go over 64gb on our phones. Did the last costco promo in March.

Ebay at&t port in number
$7

boost purchase came out to:
$266.89
————-
$99.99 - 2 iphone 7 ($399.99-$350 for one w/ port in, $399-$100 national promo- $250 Bogo promo)
$27 - Activation 1st phone
$17 - activation 2nd phone
$80 - boost prepaid plan for 2 lines
$3 - Bfee
$39.91 - hawaii tax 4.71%

Costco cost
$2092.22 for the phones
——————
$999.99 x 2 iphone 11 pro max 64gb
94.22 tax

T-mobile cost
$70 - 2 lines senior magenta plan w/ autopay discount


Total cost

+7
+266.89
+2092.22
+70
——-
2366.11
-1400
———-
966.11
- 900 (sell our iphone XRs 128gb and 256gb)
———-
66.11 end cost after tax for 2 new iphone 11 pro max 64gb

The Costco wireless advocate rep there was working 3 customers at a time. Said would email the shipping labels over. Been calling him over 4 days and said he'll do it. No longer in Hawaii now. If he doesn't follow through may just have to return them.
It's weird. They are suppose to be taking toir signature on the terms and agreement. The shipping label prints right then. I am not sure why he would put you through this hassle
Dec 3, 2019
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Jason1x3
Dec 3, 2019
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Quote from cwel :
Indeed the purple is quite beautiful and light/subtle, and it is fairly gender neutral.
Suit & tie in business meeting and putting a purple phone on table I guess is a good conversation piece. 🙃
Dec 3, 2019
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happyusmle
Dec 3, 2019
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how soon will we get rebate after the "pending to received" status?
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rattlingabhi
Dec 3, 2019
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Quote from Jason1x3 :
Suit & tie in business meeting and putting a purple phone on table I guess is a good conversation piece. 🙃
That's a style statement and a good ice breaker to start som e awkward meetings
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rattlingabhi
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Quote from happyusmle :
how long will we get rebate after "received" status?
Read the wiki !

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Dec 3, 2019
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ShrewdCrayon6656
Dec 3, 2019
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Called earlier this morning to my local costco in Houston, they said they had a few in stock. A few hours later I called them again before I was going to drive in and they were all out of stock.

This deal moves quick :/
Dec 3, 2019
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deals_iguana
Dec 3, 2019
114 Posts
Folks, please help me out here, I see that I have already received the $109 credit in my account for iphone 7plus, but there is no mention of the remaining pre-paid card anywhere, will that be emailed to me or is it via USPS mail?
Dec 3, 2019
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jcarlosa7
Dec 3, 2019
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Quote from rattatatat :
To avoid a trip over to a warehouse. Try chatting with the costco chat online. They have check the inventory system what is in stock but keep in mine someone could grab them by the time you get to the store. Then call they location and be nice to the rep to hold it for you and when you will be there. Last week I did this before going in to buy. Give them the location, carrier, phone models you need and they will provide something like below.

Nathan A.: Hawaii Kai will be

1383223 24 IPHONE 11 PRO 64GB SPCGRY TMOBILE 899.99 1

1401660 24 IPHONE 11 64GB PURPLE TMOBILE 629.99 6

1403228 24 IPHONE 11 PRO MAX 64GB GREEN TMOBILE 999.99 3
Just tried the chat and got this reply:
"Because of high demand of this item, I don't show accurate inventory in my system. Please contact or visit your warehouse directly for accurate inventory."
Dec 3, 2019
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rattlingabhi
Dec 3, 2019
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Quote from jcarlosa7 :
Just tried the chat and got this reply:
"Because of high demand of this item, I don't show accurate inventory in my system. Please contact or visit your warehouse directly for accurate inventory."
Move on to the next rep. Some are just lazy and speak like broken record. Sign out and login to get a new rep
Dec 3, 2019
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spookymulder
Dec 3, 2019
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Quote from jcarlosa7 :
Just tried the chat and got this reply:
"Because of high demand of this item, I don't show accurate inventory in my system. Please contact or visit your warehouse directly for accurate inventory."
I have had luck calling the warehouse directly, choosing 1 to talk to administrative staff or whatever, and just nicely saying "Hey can you can please see if there are any T-Mobile iPhone 11's in stock? I'm on my way and I want to confirm" or whatever. Worked for me.
Dec 3, 2019
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rattlingabhi
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Quote from deals_iguana :
Folks, please help me out here, I see that I have already received the $109 credit in my account for iphone 7plus, but there is no mention of the remaining pre-paid card anywhere, will that be emailed to me or is it via USPS mail?
When you traded in your iPhone - did you reset your phone completely and just turn off the Find my phone . Did you also have to remove the phone from your iCloud account ?
Just want to know if reset the phone to remove all contents and settings is what I need to do before sending the trade in
Dec 3, 2019
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gk6740
Dec 3, 2019
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Quote from deals_iguana :
Folks, please help me out here, I see that I have already received the $109 credit in my account for iphone 7plus, but there is no mention of the remaining pre-paid card anywhere, will that be emailed to me or is it via USPS mail?
Have you filled out the online rebate yet?

The paperwork says up to 8 weeks.

Past deals indicate it will be something like that. Will probably be a virtual card sent via your phone, but might be a card mailed to you. Not gonna guess. I don't care myself. I can spend anything they send me.

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gk6740
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COSTCO currently selling the Iphone 11/64gb for $630. So, in my case, I will not be getting $700 back, but will be $630 - including credit.

Fine with me, I save some money on sales tax - LOL!

So, I traded in a 2 year old 8plus and paid $61 in sales tax for a NEW PHONE. Since this is an added line, it will cost $10 a month until I cancel. (I will still have 4 active TM lines)

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