For T-mobile plans, trade in Apple iPhone and save up to $975 on iPhone 13s or other brands

ihaveaquestion

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Quote from LifeIsNvrBoring

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I dont think TMobile will charge anything until the SIM is inserted in the phone and activated. I have not done that either with my new Sim.

I think you are probably right. Later in the day, I called Tmo to cancel the line, here is what happened:

"After unlocking my iPhone 13 with the ATT sim method, i called to cancel the Tmo line the same day of activation. Guess what? They told me since they attempted to send a text to the new Tmo line but it was never received (never inserted the SIM) the line was automatically cancelled. I asked for a confirmation number but was told no confirmation can be provided. And no balance either."

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GreenCreature437

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It seems the iPhone 12 mini trade-in value is back to $630. Of course, my Walmart Fedex delivery has been delayed and 1 of my Best Buy orders auto-cancelled yesterday night. Though I called Best Buy and the rep said, they extended the pick-up by 2 days. That's about trusting the Best Buy customer service rep. :/

Today I wanted place a new iPhone 13 mini order then for $600 trade-in only. But I had some glitches and errors. So I thought I use the "Forget About This Site" feature in Firefox to remove all Best Buy cookie and other data in my browser and start from scratch. This time I could place a new order via T-Mobile upgrade and the trade-in value for the mini was back at $630. Glad I didn't lose money just because FedEx doesn't get the order from last week delivered. Hopefully it will be delivered today or tomorrow (when another order auto-cancels).

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coloradoman_in_socal

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Quote from chaoss

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nice!
thanks for the update

what do you think is the best method in a situation like this:
I placed an order yesterday for 13 with the $600 trade in value.
Should I cancel that order or place a new order at the same store?

I remember having two active orders at two different stores last month and picked up the one that came first and canceled the other after. but this time, only one store has the phone in stock around me.
Hope I didn't confuse you more lol

I have to say I got a little dizzy reading your post, but that may or may not have to do with the early hour and the amount of adult beverages I enjoyed last night...

I don't think you can place duplicate orders anymore, i.e. placing a second one at $630 while your initial order with the $600 is still pending. That only leaves you with the option to cancel or to bite the bullet and hope that they will bump up the trade-in value when you bring in your 12 mini (I mean, they gave $630 in store yesterday and online today). Chances are that they will do the transaction at $630, and IF NOT, you can always tell them to just cancel the order and do it while you're already there. That would take out the risk of someone else grabbing that phone you so desperately want Wink

nlgrpn14

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Just placed an order for the XR trade-in for an iPhone 13 128 GB. Came to $400 with the $25/$250 Amex offer (pending credit). Good deal for a phone that I've used already for 3 years and still holds some value.

Glee217

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Quote from chaoss

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yes, you need a tmobile account to do this deal
if you don't have one, ask a friend/family member

If I have an incoming WM Total Wireless 12 minis delivering on 12/3 Friday should I do the following in the mean time:

1) call tmobile to start a new line for the $20 unl talk/text only line and wait for the tmobile sim since I am using Att.

2a) After tmobile sim arrived and the WM Tot Wireless 12 mini come on Friday 12/3 I will take both to BB and start the process of trade in since tax in Cali bay area will be taxed AFTER trade in
or
should I go to BB store now with only tmobile sim and no 12 mini to secure my oos 13 pro max and then after the 12 mini arrived go again to BB to do actual trade in?

2b) During trade in what do I need to do with tmobile sim since I read BB rep will need to text my tmobile line a code? Will it be required to be inserted into 13 pro max but I do have an unlocked 12 pro max I am using.

Btw is it really necessary for BB rep to activate 13 by inserting tmobile sim?

3) hit up tmobile twitter to unlock which can take up to 40 days
Or
Use an inactive used postpaid Att sim card with Att unlock portal to unlock?

Also can I do this trade in again on the same line for another 13?

Glee217

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Quote from GreenCreature437

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It seems the iPhone 12 mini trade-in value is back to $630. Of course, my Walmart Fedex delivery has been delayed and 1 of my Best Buy orders auto-cancelled yesterday night. Though I called Best Buy and the rep said, they extended the pick-up by 2 days. That's about trusting the Best Buy customer service rep. :/

Today I wanted place a new iPhone 13 mini order then for $600 trade-in only. But I had some glitches and errors. So I thought I use the "Forget About This Site" feature in Firefox to remove all Best Buy cookie and other data in my browser and start from scratch. This time I could place a new order via T-Mobile upgrade and the trade-in value for the mini was back at $630. Glad I didn't lose money just because FedEx doesn't get the order from last week delivered. Hopefully it will be delivered today or tomorrow (when another order auto-cancels).

If the iPhone 13 pro max is out of stock should I still go to the BB store (to save on tax vs BB online) with no trade in and no tmobile sim (since I have Att) to claim my spot and then when both 12 mini and tmobile sim arrives I can go again to BB store to do the actual trade in?

Deal.seeker123

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Has any one cancelled the new T-Mobile postpaid plan after getting the device unlocked(new sim was already used in the device). Is it prorated or full month?

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FabulousScene9195

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Quote from Glee217

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If the iPhone 13 pro max is out of stock should I still go to the BB store (to save on tax vs BB online) with no trade in and no tmobile sim (since I have Att) to claim my spot and then when both 12 mini and tmobile sim arrives I can go again to BB store to do the actual trade in?

Yes.. Go & make a reservation before this deal expires.

coloradoman_in_socal

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Quote from Glee217

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If the iPhone 13 pro max is out of stock should I still go to the BB store (to save on tax vs BB online) with no trade in and no tmobile sim (since I have Att) to claim my spot and then when both 12 mini and tmobile sim arrives I can go again to BB store to do the actual trade in?

Not sure if you can really "claim your spot" if you don't have a trade or a TMO account for that matter…

coloradoman_in_socal

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Quote from FabulousScene9195

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Yes.. Go & make a reservation before this deal expires.

A reservation for what? Exactly what are you suggesting when Glee217 doesn't have a trade and doesn't even have TMO service?? Walk into the store, ask for the phone he wants and then say "well, can you hold it for me until I actually have TMO and a phone to trade in?"

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Mamiww6

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Quote from coloradoman_in_socal

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I have to say I got a little dizzy reading your post, but that may or may not have to do with the early hour and the amount of adult beverages I enjoyed last night...

I don't think you can place duplicate orders anymore, i.e. placing a second one at $630 while your initial order with the $600 is still pending. That only leaves you with the option to cancel or to bite the bullet and hope that they will bump up the trade-in value when you bring in your 12 mini (I mean, they gave $630 in store yesterday and online today). Chances are that they will do the transaction at $630, and IF NOT, you can always tell them to just cancel the order and do it while you're already there. That would take out the risk of someone else grabbing that phone you so desperately want Wink

True. I placed two orders yesterday online, $600 each for 12 Minis. Waiting for my iphones from Walmart now since my orders are ready for pick up. I am not gonna bother cancelling my orders (it would be a big hassle for me), but going to contact the Best Buy support chat shortly. Honestly, not hoping that they are going to offer anything, but it won't hurt to try. Either way is a fantastic deal!

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SEGMA98

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Quote from chaoss

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can you explain a little more?

I sent through messenger to unlock
They sent back that they need to send an email to their team to look into this since those are not t mobile devices

I sent back stating they were.
Just got an answer that this is standard since they were bought from 3rd party such as bestbuy

Edit: is there a way to check if unlocked online?

Last edited by SEGMA98 December 1, 2021 at 08:34 AM.

berombeu

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Quote from SEGMA98

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I sent through messenger to unlock
They sent back that they need to send an email to their team to look into this since those are not t mobile devices

I sent back stating they were.
Just got an answer that this is standard since they were bought from 3rd party such as bestbuy

Edit: is there a way to check if unlocked online?

sickw. com and pay 30c to check...

coloradoman_in_socal

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Quote from SEGMA98

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I sent through messenger to unlock
They sent back that they need to send an email to their team to look into this since those are not t mobile devices

I sent back stating they were.
Just got an answer that this is standard since they were bought from 3rd party such as bestbuy

Edit: is there a way to check if unlocked online?

Wait... why check online if you could just go into the settings? My assumption is still that you never inserted the TMO sim and that's why TMO can't unlock it. Can you clarify what the situation is please?

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Glee217

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Quote from coloradoman_in_socal

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A reservation for what? Exactly what are you suggesting when Glee217 doesn't have a trade and doesn't even have TMO service?? Walk into the store, ask for the phone he wants and then say "well, can you hold it for me until I actually have TMO and a phone to trade in?"

I think he is joking? lol

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