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Apple - iPhone XS Max 256GB - Space Gray (Sprint) $399.99

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This is a repost of this offer, but as the price appears to have dropped to $399, I thought it was worth putting out there again. This is now so low I think I made a mistake or misread something, but I guess I'll leave it to the SD peeps to let me know.

And I have SWAC and don't qualify. I was frustrated at $549. Pretty pissed at $399.
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Model: Apple - iPhone XS Max 256GB - Space Gray (Sprint)

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09/04/20Best Buy$549 popular
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About This Product
    Rating: (4.8 out of 5 stars)
    Reviews: 2,678 Best Buy Reviews
    Product Name: Apple - iPhone XS Max 256GB - Space Gray (Sprint)
    Product Description: iPhone XS Max features a 6.5-inch Super Retina display with custom-built OLED panels for an HDR display that provides the industry's best color accuracy, true blacks, and remarkable brightness.¹ Advanced Face ID lets you securely unlock your iPhone, log in to apps, and pay with just a glance. The A12 Bionic chip with next-generation Neural Engine uses real-time machine learning to transform the way you experience photos, gaming, augmented reality, and more. A breakthrough 12MP dual-camera system takes your portraits to the next level with Portrait mode, Portrait Lighting, enhanced bokeh, and all-new Depth Control. Water resistance.² And iOS 12 – the most advanced mobile operating system – with powerful new tools that make iPhone more personal than ever.
    Model Number: MT5D2LL/A
    Product SKU: 6009769
    Data Plan Required: Yes
    Phone Style: Smartphone
    Internet Connectable: Yes
    Water Resistant: Yes
    EPEAT Level: Gold
    Model Family: Apple iPhone XS Max
    Operating System: Apple iOS 12
    Device Manufacturer: Apple
    Processor Brand: Apple
    Wireless Compatibility: Bluetooth, MIMO, Wireless AC
    NFC Technology: Yes
    Product Height: 6.2
    Bluetooth Enabled: Yes
    Wireless Technology: 4G LTE
    Stylus Included: No
    Expandable Memory up to: 0 gigabytes
    Carrier: Sprint
    Front-Facing Camera: 7 megapixels
    Stylus Dock: None
    Unlocked: No
    No-Contract: No
    Rear-Facing Camera: 12 megapixels
    Maximum Depth Of Water Resistance: 6.6 feet
    Ingress Protection (IP) Rating: IP68
    Media Card Slot: None
    Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts: 1 Year
    SIM Card Size: Nano SIM
    Built-In GPS: Yes
    EPEAT Qualified: Yes
    Sensors: Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor, Barometer, Gyro sensor, Proximity sensor
    Keyboard Type: Touch Screen
    Display Type: Super Retina HD display
    Integrated Camera: Yes - Front and Back
    Internal Carrier: Sprint
    Voice Assistant Built-in: Siri
    Screen Size: 6.5
    Processor Model: A12 Bionic chip with Neural Engine
    Network Type: CDMA
    Product Weight: 7.34 ounces
    Battery Type: Lithium-ion
    Charging Interface(s): Lightning
    Headphone Jack: No
    Mobile Hotspot Capability: Yes
    Product Depth: 0.3
    Series: iPhone XS
    Model Number: MT5D2LL/A
    Dust Resistant: Yes
    Voice Activated: Yes
    Screen Resolution: 2688 x 1242
    Wireless Charging Standard: Qi
    Additional Hardware Included: EarPods with Lightning connector, Lightning to USB cable, USB power adapter
    Color Category: Space Gray
    Mobile Payment Service Supported: Apple Pay
    Works With: Siri
    Touch Screen: Yes
    Frame Rate: 60 frames per second
    Social Media and Messaging Services: Messages, Facetime, MMS
    Internal Memory: 256 gigabytes
    Usage Time(s): Talk: up to 1500 min; Playback (wireless video): up to 15 hrs; Playback (wireless audio): up to 65 hrs; Active online usage: up to 13 hrs
    SIM Card Slots: Single SIM
    Email Capable: Yes
    Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor: 1 Year
    Wireless Charging: Yes
    6.5-inch Super Retina display (OLED) with HDR¹
    IP68 dust and water resistant (maximum depth of 2 meters up to 30 minutes)²
    12MP dual cameras with dual OIS and 7MP TrueDepth front camera – Portrait mode, Portrait Lighting, Depth Control, and Smart HDR
    Face ID for secure authentication and Apple Pay³
    A12 Bionic with next-generation Neural Engine
    Wireless charging – works with Qi chargers⁴
    iOS 12 with Memoji, Screen Time, Siri Shortcuts, and Group FaceTime⁵
    Splash, water, and dust resistance are not permanent conditions, and resistance might decrease as a result of normal wear. Do not attempt to charge a wet iPhone
    refer to the user guide for cleaning and drying instructions. Liquid damage not covered under warranty.

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    needgeech
    09-18-2020 at 11:11 PM.
    09-18-2020 at 11:11 PM.
    Quote from JosephMM92 :
    This will not work for any T-Mobile customers looking to add or update their line.
    Please elaborate. . .Do you mean if a TMO customer, you can't order a Sprint phone with Sprint account required from BB? if so, Duh

    If you mean I can't use my Sprint account to order this from BB and then put it on my TMO account, you are wrong
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    quantecipher
    09-18-2020 at 11:22 PM.
    09-18-2020 at 11:22 PM.
    Quote from Thinker :
    It doesn't matter how they ship or insert sim into the phone. you still need to activate the phone with sprint, port out or request unlock (The headache just began). unless they change lately.
    If you insert other sim from ATT or Verizon the phone will lock to their network and you will have more headache unlocking because of IMEI and sim mismatch.
    The above is only true for those with the US Reseller Flex policy. I think the model MT5D2LL/A is factory unlocked unless Sprint modifies its activation policy on the Apple GSX activation server before BB ships it to you.

    I bought this last April and it was factory unlocked. A few people recently confirmed that they received factory unlocked here:
    https://slickdeals.net/f/14323154-sprint-customers-iphone-xs-max-256gb-at-best-buy-549-upgrade-cash-price?v=1

    So, unless Sprint modifies the activation policy on the Apple GSX activation server before BB ships it to you, it's factory unlocked.
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    needgeech
    09-18-2020 at 11:25 PM.
    09-18-2020 at 11:25 PM.
    Quote from quantecipher :
    Yes, you can upgrade again as many times as you want on the same line as long as the phone is not financed on that line. You can also upgrade multiple times on this BB deal until BB runs out of stock. This is a good deal, not too shabby. Stick Out Tongue

    Dang QC, knowledge meister! So you can do 2 upgrades paid in full on same line same day?
    Even if waiting for 1st one to ship?

    EDIT: Guess so, just ordered 2 back to back on same line! Thanks, as I only have one line left on Sprint and wouldn't have thought of it with shipping. I've done the store pickup, go home and order again. . .
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    fantasylin
    09-18-2020 at 11:39 PM.
    09-18-2020 at 11:39 PM.
    I am with TMO, but I can create a new sprint account to buy this phone, assuming it works w TMO out of box, can I not activate on sprint and cancel the $65 sprint plan right away? Thanks
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    appleguy82
    09-18-2020 at 11:41 PM.
    09-18-2020 at 11:41 PM.
    Quote from quantecipher :
    This is a good deal at $399. Log into your SWAC account and see if it allows you to add a non-SWAC plan onto your account? Some old SWAC accounts can do that, which is how we buy cheap phones from BB. Add a line with a non-SWAC plan on sprint.com, then use that line to upgrade at BB for their promo. You can then either change it to a SWAC plan later on sprint.com if you want to keep the line or just port it out to cancel it.
    Hi QC,when you say non SWAC plan are you referring to the $60 essentials plan ? I am on SWAC too and I see the Advantage Unlimited / Premium / Essentials...

    I tried the free reserve line from the sept promo, and BBY still gives that error when you try to do a SWAC line upgrade.

    Were you able to do the iPhone upgrade from this deal on the free line or AAL using the 60$ essentials plan?...
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    09-18-2020 at 11:42 PM.
    09-18-2020 at 11:42 PM.
    Quote from NickSATX :
    Upgrade or new line only.

    https://www.bestbuy.com/site/appl...Id=6009769

    This is a repost of this offer, but as the price appears to have dropped to $399, I thought it was worth putting out there again. This is now so low I think I made a mistake or misread something, but I guess I'll leave it to the SD peeps to let me know.

    And I have SWAC and don't qualify. I was frustrated at $549. Pretty pissed at $399.
    Thanks for the original $549 thread reference. I just referred those on that thread to this one, as obviously $399 is much sweeter. Not an Apple Guy and that was just a PSA post as I ran across it (and probably why I didn't notice the further price drop). . .but not an idiot either. . .have Sprint account, and parents that would love a larger iPhone display--by necessity-- but no desire to pay for cutting edge. In fact they've embraced Apple lappys but still think a flip phone is sufficient on the go. . .I ordered two for them at this price. My mom's gonna cry, and my Dad's gonna get a well timed BD present he'll never forget. Can't say thanks enough! I should've done it for them at $549 but it finally clicked at your $399!!!
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    Last edited by needgeech September 19, 2020 at 12:01 AM.
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    quantecipher
    09-18-2020 at 11:56 PM.
    09-18-2020 at 11:56 PM.
    Quote from dravid :
    so you think it will finally sell out at this price?
    I don't know, but this is a very good price. Like drop-everything-you-do-and-buy-it-now good. Stick Out Tongue
    Quote from dravid :
    1. how do you upgrade multiple times if you don't have existing lines with sprint?
    You can't.
    Quote from dravid :
    1. what do you mean cell phone signal is not good? Do you mean signals in a rural area and not in a city?

    2. does this phone have all the bands for ATT?

    3) Can you provide the link to get the unlock policy? is the iMEI on the outside of thr box so you don't have to break the seal?

    4) What's the best way to avoid the $65 plan now that one had to get it when ordering (assuming you want to keep the phone). Do you cancel with Best Buy or Sprint? Do you cancel before or after activation? If you cancel will the phone be blacklisted?

    5) Does Sprint start billing when you order or when the phone is activated? How long do you have to activate the phone?

    Thanks.
    1. Anywhere cell signal is weak, away from the cell towers.
    2. Yes.
    3. Just search on eBay for Apple GSX activation report, there are many. IMEI is on the outside of the box.
    4. You cancel the line with Sprint. Port out the number to cancel so you don't have to deal with any Sprint rep who may beg you to stay.
    5. It depends if BB future dated the activation date. A few people had reported in the past that BB future dated their activation date to a few days past the shipment receipt date.
    Quote from dravid :
    If you are porting a number, so once your order the phone, can you cancel the sprint plan before activation, but keep the phone and the phone won't be blacklisted?
    You can cancel anytime. You can keep the phone because you bought it from BB and paid in full. If blacklisted, you would know from past deals, where people would post in all caps, red letters, and cursed till mod stepped in. Stick Out Tongue
    Quote from cndealking :
    Yes I can add a non swac plan. Does it mean that best buy will allow me to upgrade and take advantage of the cheaper bill? Really don't want to test it myself and risk $60....
    That's how I and many people did it in the past because the BB portal does not recognize any SWAC, SERO, legacy, etc, line.
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    christian_beltran
    09-19-2020 at 12:15 AM.
    09-19-2020 at 12:15 AM.
    The 256 GB is OOS for shipping so, unless you can find it in stores, this deal is dead. Other storage sizes (and colors) are still available.
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    09-19-2020 at 12:20 AM.
    09-19-2020 at 12:20 AM.
    Quote from christian_beltran :
    The 256 GB is OOS for shipping so, unless you can find it in stores, this deal is dead. Other storage sizes (and colors) are still available.
    Shipping availability is usually regional, so not dead for all, just added another to cart and went to checkout no problems, but just ordered 2 so not going further.

    It was OOS for me too an hour ago, but then came back in stock. . .keep trying
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    09-19-2020 at 12:22 AM.
    09-19-2020 at 12:22 AM.
    Quote from christian_beltran :
    The 256 GB is OOS for shipping so, unless you can find it in stores, this deal is dead. Other storage sizes (and colors) are still available.
    Edit: Still available for shipping if you finance only!
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    IvanL7969
    09-19-2020 at 12:38 AM.
    09-19-2020 at 12:38 AM.
    Is that I can buy this phone with a sprint account?
    Because I only get a bestbuy account only.
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    09-19-2020 at 01:04 AM.
    09-19-2020 at 01:04 AM.
    . . .
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    Last edited by needgeech September 19, 2020 at 01:08 AM.
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    09-19-2020 at 01:08 AM.
    09-19-2020 at 01:08 AM.
    Quote from christian_beltran :
    Edit: Still available for shipping if you finance only!

    Just ordered a 3rd 5 minutes ago. Like I said, be patient, get past Sprint account credentials, and then keep clicking checkout button. It's been going in and OOS, eventually it will be OOS for real. Stock availability seems to refresh somewhat on the hour the last 2 hours.
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    superohio
    09-19-2020 at 01:19 AM.
    09-19-2020 at 01:19 AM.
    Now that's a deal.
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    quantecipher
    09-19-2020 at 01:24 AM.
    09-19-2020 at 01:24 AM.
    Quote from needgeech :
    Dang QC, knowledge meister! So you can do 2 upgrades paid in full on same line same day?
    Even if waiting for 1st one to ship?

    EDIT: Guess so, just ordered 2 back to back on same line! Thanks, as I only have one line left on Sprint and wouldn't have thought of it with shipping. I've done the store pickup, go home and order again. . .
    You bad boy, don't do one too many because Sprint and BB can ban your permanently. hug
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