
Note for NYS: Apparently all Long Island stores are not eligible for this offer as they don't have the appropriate licensing with T-Mobile. Must go to an NYC store.
Folks not receiving verification text from BestBuy - Opt for text messages from BestBuy by sending 'HELP' to numbers - 332211 and 22891 (do both). You should receive verification text on the next try
Additional Info that may help
Q: Do we have to pick a plan from Best Buy for T-Mobile if we are not a current customer?
Ans: You don't have to pick a post paid T-Mobile plan from Best Buy to get this deal. You can sign up for the plan anywhere and have it active before trading in your device at Best Buy.
Q: Can we cancel the plan immediately out of the store?
Ans: If you cancel the plan immediately out of the store then you won't be able to unlock the phone because you are no longer with T-Mobile.
Q: Can we unlock by messaging T-Force?
Ans: Yes, you can. But, you have to be with T-Mobile and wait times are long. People had success unlocking anywhere between 3 days to 40 days after getting the iPhone 13. T-Force can override the system after 30 days.
Q: Do we wait 40 days with service or without service?
Ans: With service, of course. Otherwise you are no longer with T-Mobile and why would they unlock the phone?
Q: Do they accept phones with a lightly cracked front or back?
Ans: Cracked front or back. Totally depends on the rep helping you but more than likely it won't fly.
Q. Can I insert a SIM card from a different carrier other than Tmobile?
Ans: Due to Flex Policy, the device is locked to the first sim card inserted.
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If you get the message "We're sorry, there was an issue processing your request. Please try again later." when trying to validate your T-Mobile account, try the follow procedure below. It seems to help some users but not all YMMV!.
Go to your T-Mobile account and turn OFF every block for "chargeable" things including sms, downloads, etc. If they are already OFF toggle them ON and OFF just to clear the system of residual blocks. You CAN leave scam block ON. Then send "HELP" (without quotes) text message from each of your mobile no. that you are trying to upgrade to 22891, 332211 and 66803. Wait 30 minutes after completing everything above and try again. If it does not work, you might an account that has employee discounts or something else.
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Almost instant unlock process via ATT (AT&T) SIM card (as reported by multiple users)
Note: The iPhone 13 must not be be activated with T-Mobile sim card at Best Buy by the rep in order to use this ATT unlock trick! It needs to be in brand new, inactivated state.
You don't need to be a current ATT subscriber to use the ATT unlock portal as mentioned below.
- Get an ATT sim card.
You can go to a local Apple store and ask for a new ATT sim card. Users reported: I visited my local Apple store and asked for an AT&T not activated SIM card. They ordered one on their iPad and a few minutes later they handed it to me. They didn't ask for any personal or iPhone information.
You can also order one for $2 plus tax from the Microsoft store if you don't have an Apple store nearby or it's not worth the gas: https:// www. microsoft.com/en-us/d/at-t-sim-card/8n0scjxn845k
(Remove spaces!) - Put the SIM card into your new Best Buy iPhone and go through the activation process and connect to WIFI. The iPhone will then state under settings that it's carrier locked.
- Go to the ATT unlock page: https:// www. att. com/deviceunlock/unlockstep1
(Copy, paste and remove spaces as we don't want to send a lot of slickdeals referrers to this page) - Select "No" for "Are you an AT&T wireless customer?"
- Enter the IMEI into the field. You can get the IMEA under settings or dial *#06# on your iPhone to bring up device information.
- Go to the next step and enter your personal information. The email needs to be valid as ATT will send a confirmation email to this address.
- If everything is correct, wait for the confirmation email and click on the link to confirm the request. Note: Use it within 24 hours or ATT will cancel your request.
Users reported that the "No SIM restrictions" info under "Carrier Lock" appeared within 60 seconds after clicking on "confirm your unlock request".
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Once you get the email, click on the link to confirm the unlock. It should be unlocked within a minute
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I can confirm that the ATT sim card unlock trick worked for my 3 Best Buy iPhone mini 13. I used an unactivated (new) prepaid AT&T SIM card when I started the iPhone and then proceeded to unlock via the portal.
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Best Buy doesn't say anything in the disclaimer regarding whether or not devices must be paid in full prior to trade in
Normally I would own a device for multiple years, but seems like when you trade in a fully working device it doesn't contribute to environmental waste; just gets resold to another customer as a refurbished product
Best Buy doesn't say anything in the disclaimer regarding whether or not devices must be paid in full prior to trade in
Normally I would own a device for multiple years, but seems like when you trade in a fully working device it doesn't contribute to environmental waste; just gets resold to another customer as a refurbished product
Also, how did you pay the taxes for the new phone? Are you being billed by T-Mobile on that part?
Apple - iPhone 13 Pro 5G 128GB - Graphite (T-Mobile)
Total savings of $975.00 with the use of full Best Buy gift card trade-in value.
Apple - iPhone 13 Pro Max 5G 128GB - Graphite (T-Mobile)
Total savings of $975.00 with the use of full Best Buy gift card trade-in value.
Trade-in value details:
$975.00 trade-in value eligible with trade in of an iPhone 12 Pro Max 128GB.
*Taxes/surcharges due at time of purchase. Taxes applied to price of phone prior to the trade-in credit. Valid in store only. Not all phones are eligible for trade in and trade-in value may vary. Customer must own trade-in device. Remaining Sprint Flex lease payments will be due immediately at the time of trade-in. Condition, documentation and accessories may affect value. Excludes phones that are cracked or that lack power. Not available in all locations and some stores may have additional limitations. Payment is by Best Buy gift card. You are responsible for removing any data from your product before providing the product for evaluation. You will be required to agree to the terms & conditions. Best Buy reserves the right to refuse any trade-in or to limit quantities for any reason. Not compatible with other trade-in offers. No rainchecks.
SAVE UP TO $900 ON IPHONE 13 SERIES AFTER TRADE-IN OFFER:
*Available in limited locations only. Customer can purchase online but must choose Store Pickup for purchase and trade-in. Valid only on in-store trade-in of a smartphone in good working condition. Upon trade-in of an eligible phone, customer will receive value toward a new phone. Trade-in offer does not apply to prepaid phones. At time of purchase customer's trade-in phone will be evaluated, and savings will be applied to purchase transaction. Upon date of fulfillment, customer must trade-in same phone in same condition. $900 total savings based on $900 trade-in value with trade-in of an iPhone 12 Pro and new or upgrade activation for T-Mobile. If trade-in phone or condition changes, value of trade-in savings will no longer be valid and phone purchase is subject to cancellation. Fulfillment subject to phone availability. Offer is not valid if not redeemed during promotional period. Taxes/surcharges due at time of purchase. Taxes applied to price of phone prior to the trade-in credit. Not all phones are eligible for trade-in and trade-in value may vary. Customer must own trade-in phone. Condition, documentation, and accessories may affect value. Excludes phones that are cracked or that lack power. Not available in all locations and some stores may have additional limitations. You are responsible for removing any data from your product before providing the product for evaluation. You will be required to agree to the terms & conditions. Best Buy reserves the right to refuse any trade-in or to limit quantities for any reason. Not compatible with other trade-in offers. No rainchecks. See a Blue Shirt or BestBuy.com/Trade-In for details.
Postpaid activation: Savings are deducted off the full total price of the phone. Maximum savings listed may not be available for all phones and/or from all carriers. Carriers, devices, and coverage (including 5G) not available in all markets. Requires credit approval, wireless service plan, qualifying phone, and an installment billing agreement for the carrier's required term. Restocking fee and other charges may apply. Subject to carrier terms and conditions. Terms subject to change. Excludes prepaid and unlocked phones. See a Blue Shirt for details.
MAGENTA MAX $200 BILL CREDIT OFFER:
*Offer valid in store only with Equipment Installment Plan (EIP). Contact T-Mobile before cancelling service to continue remaining bill credits, or credits stop & balance on required finance agreement is due (e.g., $999.99 – iPhone 13 Pro 128GB / $1,099.99 – iPhone 13 Pro Max 128GB). Tax on pre-credit price due at sale. Limited time offer; subject to change. Qualifying credit and Magenta Max service required. If you have cancelled voice lines in past 90 days, reactivate them first. In stores & on customer service calls, $30 assisted or upgrade support charge may be required. $200 via bill credits; must be active and in good standing to receive credits; allow 2 bill cycles. Max 4/account. May not be combinable with some offers or discounts. Coverage not available in some areas. See Terms and Conditions (including arbitration provision) at www.T-Mobile.com for additional information. T-Mobile, the T logo, Magenta & the magenta color are registered trademarks of Deutsche Telekom AG.
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Apple store and nope don't have to be a att customer
https://www.att.com/deviceunlock/unlockstep1
Also, how did you pay the taxes for the new phone? Are you being billed by T-Mobile on that part?
For your tax part. I paid everything off upfront so nothing being bill to my tmo account.
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