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expired Posted by zbs60 • Dec 8, 2021
expired Posted by zbs60 • Dec 8, 2021

Samsung Galaxy S21 UNLOCKED Best Buy $499.99 (with activation)

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Best Buy is running the S21 again for 499 unlocked as well as carrier locked version

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/sams...Id=6441105
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Best Buy is running the S21 again for 499 unlocked as well as carrier locked version

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/sams...Id=6441105

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Model: Samsung - Galaxy S21 5G 128GB (Unlocked) - Phantom Gray

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Pro
Dec 8, 2021
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Dec 8, 2021
Jaggsta
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Dec 8, 2021
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"$499.99 with activation today"

Real Price $799.99 without activation
Dec 8, 2021
298 Posts
Joined Sep 2007
Dec 8, 2021
avaire
Dec 8, 2021
298 Posts
With activation.


Quote from zbs60 :
HI All

Best Buy is running the S21 again for 499 unlocked as well as carrier locked version

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/sams...Id=6441105
Dec 9, 2021
6 Posts
Joined Jan 2016
Dec 9, 2021
The_Wanderer
Dec 9, 2021
6 Posts
Quote from Jaggsta :
"$499.99 with activation today"

Real Price $799.99 without activation
Forgive my ignorance but why is this a bad deal? Don't most people activate a phone right away in order to use it?
Dec 9, 2021
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Dec 9, 2021
beerguy419
Dec 9, 2021
1,698 Posts
Quote from The_Wanderer :
Forgive my ignorance but why is this a bad deal? Don't most people activate a phone right away in order to use it?
Not when they're looking for an unlocked phone. That's the whole point. They can do what they want with it, when they want to. The ad is very misleading to say the least.
Dec 9, 2021
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uknowsana
Dec 9, 2021
5,742 Posts
Why thumbing it down? OP please add with Activation on the title. No idea why anyone would care when every single main carrier is there to choose from
Dec 9, 2021
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Dec 9, 2021
landen118
Dec 9, 2021
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Added (with activation) thanks for posting!
Dec 9, 2021
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Dec 9, 2021
shark974
Dec 9, 2021
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Quote from uknowsana :
Why thumbing it down? OP please add with Activation on the title. No idea why anyone would care when every single main carrier is there to choose from

People on SD buying unlocked phones are probably running mint mobile, red pocket or the like. The big 3 carriers are overpriced.

It's not no strings attached deal and that is why BB routinely offers lower price by $100 (or in some cases more like this) "with activation". I'm sure they get some kind of carrier kickback.

i mean if you're in a specific circumstance it's still maybe a good deal for you though.

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Dec 9, 2021
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wsush
Dec 9, 2021
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When a best buy phone is bought online for store pickup with activation, does the staff have to open up the phone and activate on the line listed when ordering?
Dec 9, 2021
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Dec 9, 2021
Peerless_Warrior
Dec 9, 2021
13,490 Posts
Quote from The_Wanderer :
Forgive my ignorance but why is this a bad deal? Don't most people activate a phone right away in order to use it?
I buy unlocked phones, and like the ability to use on any carrier. With activation deals I believe you have to be eligible for an upgrade or whatever
Dec 9, 2021
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Dec 9, 2021
walletNgromice
Dec 9, 2021
837 Posts
Quote from Peerless_Warrior :
I buy unlocked phones, and like the ability to use on any carrier. With activation deals I believe you have to be eligible for an upgrade or whatever
If you are eligible you should be immediately eligible again after the purchase because you're buying the phone outright and not relying on bill credits.

The issue I'm having is that when I add to cart (AT&T) it tells me:

Quote :
Upgrade Not Available
Upgrades are only available when you select a monthly pricing option. Back to pricing options
Though it never asked for my mobile number to verify
upgrade eligibility. Back to pricing options is just where you choose a carrier or unlocked.

Maybe the deal is new lines for AT&T? Lame.
Dec 9, 2021
878 Posts
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Dec 9, 2021
ngvuanh
Dec 9, 2021
878 Posts
Just bought one. I have TMO. $300 saving instantly, no need new line, no need trade-in.
If you can find this phone for less without trade-in or need new line of service, let me know.
Dec 9, 2021
9,420 Posts
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Dec 9, 2021
uthorns1976
Dec 9, 2021
9,420 Posts
I use AT&T prepaid. Just bought S20+ 5G unlocked refurbished from SD deal for $446 plus tax. Arrived today. It's new and comes with 2 year warranty. Blow it out your ear, Best Buy. Worst return policy in the business.
Dec 9, 2021
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Dec 9, 2021
TheUgleeDondada
Dec 9, 2021
59 Posts
Quote from uthorns1976 :
I use AT&T prepaid. Just bought S20+ 5G unlocked refurbished from SD deal for $446 plus tax. Arrived today. It's new and comes with 2 year warranty. Blow it out your ear, Best Buy. Worst return policy in the business.
I bought the same thing. Glad to hear it's new and not "refurbished" as listed. Thanks
Dec 9, 2021
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Dec 9, 2021
crazyal
Dec 9, 2021
747 Posts
Quote from uknowsana :
Why thumbing it down? OP please add with Activation on the title. No idea why anyone would care when every single main carrier is there to choose from
I don't see the 2nd tier carrier like Cricket which uses ATT network. Cricket's monthly cost is low but they don't subsidize new phone purchase.

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Dec 9, 2021
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uthorns1976
Dec 9, 2021
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Quote from TheUgleeDondada :
I bought the same thing. Glad to hear it's new and not "refurbished" as listed. Thanks
Mine appears to be brand new.

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