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Metro by T-Mobile Port-In Offer: 64GB Apple iPhone 11 + One Month of Service

(In-Store Only, New Lines)

$160

$560

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Metro by T-Mobile Corporate Stores have 64GB Apple iPhone 11 (Black) on sale for $99.99 after instant $400 automatic rebate when you Port-In a number to a new line on a $40 or higher Metro prepaid plan. A one-time $20 activation fee applies.

Thanks to community member JollyFaucet507 finding this deal.

Steps:
  1. Visit a participating corporate store location (strongly recommended, as pricing/fees can vary at non-corporate 'authorized dealer' locations).
    • How to find a corporate store: click Here, select 'Filter', check the 'corporate' box, then search by zip code.
  2. Port-in a non-T-Mobile/T-Mobile-based MVNO (i.e. Mint Mobile) number to a new line on Metro's $40/month (or higher) prepaid plan
    • Number must not have been active on the T-Mobile network within the past 180 days.
  3. Purchase 64GB Apple iPhone 11 at sign-up for $99.99 (applicable sales tax will be due at time of sign-up)
    • A one-time $20 activation fee applies
  4. Price: $99.99 (phone) + 1-month of the $40 prepaid plan + $20 activation fee = $159.99 total + tax
Notes:
  • You may cancel at any time or change your service to a different plan option at any time, if desired.
  • No service contract (only the initial $40 / 1st month required to get the device at $99.99).
  • Device can be unlocked after 180 consecutive days (6 months) of paid service on Metro.
Device Features:
  • 6.1" 1792 x 828 resolution IPS display
  • Apple A13 Bionic six-core processor
  • 64GB built-in NVMe storage, 4GB RAM
  • Main Cameras: 12MP OIS (wide), 12MP (ultrawide)
  • Selfie Camera: 12MP (wide)
  • Video recording: up to 4K at 60fps
  • 4G LTE, WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.0
  • Stereo speakers
  • IP68 dust/water resistant
  • Face ID security w/ Apple Pay support
  • USB 2.0 Lightning port w/ 18W fast charging (Power Delivery 2.0)
  • Qi wireless charging support (7.5W)
  • 3110 mAh battery
  • Upgradable to latest iOS 15 software update (planned upgrade to iOS 16 upon release)

Editor's Notes

Written by RevOne | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • Offer available in-store only. Plus sales tax and activation fee.
    • A valid form of identification is required at time of sign-up to verify your address and other necessary account information (no credit check required)

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Written by JollyFaucet507
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Metro by T-Mobile Corporate Stores have 64GB Apple iPhone 11 (Black) on sale for $99.99 after instant $400 automatic rebate when you Port-In a number to a new line on a $40 or higher Metro prepaid plan. A one-time $20 activation fee applies.

Thanks to community member JollyFaucet507 finding this deal.

Steps:
  1. Visit a participating corporate store location (strongly recommended, as pricing/fees can vary at non-corporate 'authorized dealer' locations).
    • How to find a corporate store: click Here, select 'Filter', check the 'corporate' box, then search by zip code.
  2. Port-in a non-T-Mobile/T-Mobile-based MVNO (i.e. Mint Mobile) number to a new line on Metro's $40/month (or higher) prepaid plan
    • Number must not have been active on the T-Mobile network within the past 180 days.
  3. Purchase 64GB Apple iPhone 11 at sign-up for $99.99 (applicable sales tax will be due at time of sign-up)
    • A one-time $20 activation fee applies
  4. Price: $99.99 (phone) + 1-month of the $40 prepaid plan + $20 activation fee = $159.99 total + tax
Notes:
  • You may cancel at any time or change your service to a different plan option at any time, if desired.
  • No service contract (only the initial $40 / 1st month required to get the device at $99.99).
  • Device can be unlocked after 180 consecutive days (6 months) of paid service on Metro.
Device Features:
  • 6.1" 1792 x 828 resolution IPS display
  • Apple A13 Bionic six-core processor
  • 64GB built-in NVMe storage, 4GB RAM
  • Main Cameras: 12MP OIS (wide), 12MP (ultrawide)
  • Selfie Camera: 12MP (wide)
  • Video recording: up to 4K at 60fps
  • 4G LTE, WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.0
  • Stereo speakers
  • IP68 dust/water resistant
  • Face ID security w/ Apple Pay support
  • USB 2.0 Lightning port w/ 18W fast charging (Power Delivery 2.0)
  • Qi wireless charging support (7.5W)
  • 3110 mAh battery
  • Upgradable to latest iOS 15 software update (planned upgrade to iOS 16 upon release)

Editor's Notes

Written by RevOne | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • Offer available in-store only. Plus sales tax and activation fee.
    • A valid form of identification is required at time of sign-up to verify your address and other necessary account information (no credit check required)

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Written by JollyFaucet507

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How long until phone is unlocked?

Turns out it's 6 months for the phone to be unlocked. I'll pass.
These deals are useless unless you have a corporate store nearby.
Metro is a dirtball company. They hire scammy people who are trained to try shady stuff all of the time. Even the corporate stores have become shady. Stay away from these scammers and give your money to a more reputable company rather than these POS losers.

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May 26, 2022
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May 26, 2022
SpaceTime
May 26, 2022
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Is there a workaround for port in requirement?
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May 26, 2022
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NEW0
May 26, 2022
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Quote from cheshirecat :
If you are firm, do they typically budge?
Or would they rather lose a sale if they can't tag all these BS charges onto the bill?
I only have maybe that experience to call from... but as a generality, I don't make a big stink about things. At least, I try not to be rude or over the top about it. If memory serves, I was told I could get a free SIM from that location by a CSR online. So I had gone there, but I was charged extra fees. I ended up complaining about it online, because I was told I would get whatever it was free, and so I *think* the fees were waived, but this was between 3 and 5 years ago, so I don't remember for sure.

If I were you though, I'd just call and ask for a quote and the name of the person that you're talking to, as well as if they'll be there when you arrive. Or just ask them if they know where the closest corporate store is... that sounds like an easier way, maybe
May 26, 2022
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NEW0
May 26, 2022
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Quote from SpaceTime :
Is there a workaround for port in requirement?
No, unlikely. People for other deals (not specifically Metro) have bought a number via one of those cards like the Tello(?) one month service things from Best Buy... forget where else they do it from. You have to be sure of the terms though. Some of these promotions specify which specific carriers and MVNOs they accept a port in from
May 26, 2022
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May 26, 2022
cheshirecat
May 26, 2022
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Quote from JollyFaucet507 :
https://www.metrobyt-mobile.com/c...4252096710

Similar to https://slickdeals.net/f/15631606-metro-in-store-port-in-w-60-plan-activation-apple-iphone-11-100?src=SiteSearchV2Algo1 but now price increased to $100, no more 3 months waiting for a $50 gift card and minimum plan seems to be $40/month instead of $60/month.
Can one leave with the phone after paying only for 1 month of service?
May 26, 2022
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May 26, 2022
jacure
May 26, 2022
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Quote from cheshirecat :
Can one leave with the phone after paying only for 1 month of service?
You can leave anytime. This is a prepaid service.
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May 26, 2022
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May 26, 2022
WittyHose355
May 26, 2022
113 Posts
Deal is terrible
We unlock mobile devices that meet the following eligibility criteria free of charge:
The device must be purchased from Metro by T-Mobile.
The device must not be reported as lost, stolen or blocked.
One hundred eighty (180) days must have passed since the device's activation date.
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May 26, 2022
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cheshirecat
May 26, 2022
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Quote from jacure :
You can leave anytime. This is a prepaid service.
Would I be able to successfully trade in this phone to TMobile if I leave Metro after just one month (especially, since Metro is owned by TMO)?

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May 26, 2022
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chaoss
May 26, 2022
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Quote from cheshirecat :
Would I be able to successfully trade in this phone to TMobile if I leave Metro after just one month (especially, since Metro is owned by TMO)?
Yes. It can be network locked, not iCloud locked.
May 26, 2022
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chaoss
May 26, 2022
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Quote from cheshirecat :
If you are firm, do they typically budge?
Or would they rather lose a sale if they can't tag all these BS charges onto the bill?
They can usually tell who is there just for a special deal. Many of those reps try to sell you insurance, cases, chargers etc…


You have to somewhat play the game as well. I did the previous 11 deal at metro and the rep mentioned I would have to pay insurance for the first month but could cancel it afterwards. $12 per phone was worth it to me since the deal was good. I think I paid around $170 per 11 after all fees
May 26, 2022
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cheshirecat
May 26, 2022
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Quote from chaoss :
They can usually tell who is there just for a special deal. Many of those reps try to sell you insurance, cases, chargers etc…


You have to somewhat play the game as well. I did the previous 11 deal at metro and the rep mentioned I would have to pay insurance for the first month but could cancel it afterwards. $12 per phone was worth it to me since the deal was good. I think I paid around $170 per 11 after all fees
You mean they can refuse sell you the phone if you refuse to buy their junk? Isn't it illegal to refuse selling advertised product for the advertised non-mistake price?

I only want this phone to use as a trade in at TMO afterwards come September (for iPhone 14). I don't need any junk cases and stuff.
May 26, 2022
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djcb
May 26, 2022
508 Posts
This is probably in the "stupid question" category, but, could you get this for $99 plus $60 first month prepaid from metro Corp store, then just put a tmo sim into it? Or are we seeing these are locked specifically to metro?
May 26, 2022
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djcb
May 26, 2022
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Quote from djcb :
This is probably in the "stupid question" category, but, could you get this for $99 plus $60 first month prepaid from metro Corp store, then just put a tmo sim into it? Or are we seeing these are locked specifically to metro?
Looks like port in required. Blah. Unless I'm missing something?
May 26, 2022
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DeathCab
May 26, 2022
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Quote from cheshirecat :
Never had to deal with Metro before.
I don't have any corporate stores close by. Could you, folks, explain what the issues with the authorized dealer stores are and how I can possibly mitigate them?
Most charge activation fees ($20+), require you to bundle accessories to get promo pricing (cases, screen protectors, chargers, extended warranties, etc. all at Best Buy level prices), and some just flat out refuse to honor promos in general. You also have to provide your drivers license in most cases which is intended to prevent promo abuse, but is just uncomfortable in general with the sketchiness of many authorized dealers and the concept of prepaid.

Corporate stores (owned / operated by T-Mo) don't have these issues other than the ID requirement, and I would trust T-Mo with my ID much more than joe schmoe's prepaid emporium.

Quote from cheshirecat :
You mean they can refuse sell you the phone if you refuse to buy their junk? Isn't it illegal to refuse selling advertised product for the advertised non-mistake price?

I only want this phone to use as a trade in at TMO afterwards come September (for iPhone 14). I don't need any junk cases and stuff.
Yes, they can and will. Like most promos, there is always a disclaimer about participation varying. Corporate let's the authorized dealer stores run wild. I think it's a tight spot for T-Mo to be in because of how Metro was built before the acquisition. They know the AD stores are bad for the overall perception of the brand, but they're also somewhat essential because they serve a lot of areas that wouldn't be economical for T-Mo to own and operate corporate stores. The sim locking to device (where you have to go through Metro to swap sims on the same phone - different than the sim carrier lock that doesn't allow you to use a VZW sim) is also a bone they throw to dealers that hurts the product. It's a catch-22.

As others have said, if you must deal with an AD store and they demand add-ons, target carrier ad-ons like insurance through Metro because you can at least cancel and get partial refunds of some those through Metro directly after you've left the store.
Last edited by DeathCab May 26, 2022 at 07:33 AM.
May 26, 2022
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Uncharted2930
May 26, 2022
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Quote from cheshirecat :
If you are firm, do they typically budge?
Or would they rather lose a sale if they can't tag all these BS charges onto the bill?
First Authorized Dealer:
I had a good experience with first authorized dealer. She declined to provide any receipt, but sold me the phone for 178. She wanted 200 in cash flat, but when I asked for itemized details, she came down to 178, but did not seem very happy to sell for lower price, she never complained though.

Second Authorized Dealer (different location):
I had a fantastic experience with second authorized dealer who went above and beyond to use his own drivers license to verify my identify because my ID was rejected because of my last month iPhone purchase. He also said that other representatives would not have sold me the same phone for less than 300, and I paid 178 total per phone.

However, these stores receive 1-2 iPhone per week, and I had to call multiple stores everyday to check availability. I had to wait multiple weeks before any store had availability.

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May 26, 2022
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KevinFernando
May 26, 2022
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Quote from JenT4685 :
How long until phone is unlocked?

Turns out it's 6 months for the phone to be unlocked. I'll pass.
Is Metro phones still getting unlocked automatically after 6 months even not in active plans?? Anyone knows?
May 26, 2022
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appleguy82
May 26, 2022
3,039 Posts
Quote from NEW0 :
If NYTurbo was currently working, I might consider getting this then doing an unofficial lock through them... but even still, this is a phone that came out almost 3 years ago. Not sure the value is there.
NY Turbo sim is currently NOT working please don't risk...ebay seller is saying stopped since 05.03.22... before that it was working.
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