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Metro by T-Mobile Port-In Offer: Get One Select 5G Device + 30 Days of Service

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Metro by T-Mobile Corporate Stores offer select 5G Smartphones for Free after instant rebate when you Port-In a number from a non-T-Mobile carrier to a new line on Metro's $40 or higher prepaid plan (details). A one-time $20 activation fee applies.

Thanks to community member sr71 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. Select & activate one eligible 5G smartphone on this list during sign-up for Free (applicable sales tax on full retail price of device will be due at time of sign-up)
  4. A one-time $20 activation fee applies
  5. Price: 1-month of the $40 prepaid plan + $20 activation fee = $60 total + tax(es)
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 for Free after instant in-store rebate).
  • Device can be unlocked after 180 consecutive days (6 months) of paid service on Metro.

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  • 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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Edited September 17, 2022 at 09:41 PM by
https://www.metrobyt-mobile.com/s...214669261?

other 5G phones [metrobyt-mobile.com]: Samsung Galaxy A13 5G, Nokia X100 5G. Nord N200 5G

iPhone SE [metrobyt-mobile.com] is also free w/port-in

moto g Stylus 2022 [metrobyt-mobile.com] is $9.99 update now free w/port-in (in-store)

update: moto g 5G (2022) [metrobyt-mobile.com] is now free w/o port-in requirement
those having in-store issues can get it online for $40/1st mo.
REVVL® 6 5G [metrobyt-mobile.com] and Nord N200 [metrobyt-mobile.com] also
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*Free 5G Phones: For a limited time at participating Metro® by T-Mobile stores, purchase a: (1) Samsung Galaxy A13 5G, Motorola MOTO G Stylus 5G, OnePlus Nord N200 5G or Nokia X100 and activate a Metro $40/mo. plan or port-in an eligible wireless number to Metro and receive an instant rebate worth the full retail price of the device; or (2) TCL 30 XE 5G or T-Mobile REVVL V+ 5G and port-in an eligible wireless number to a Metro $60/mo. plan and receive an instant rebate worth the full retail price of the device with validation of name, address, and date of birth provided through independent database and with matching identification. Excludes numbers currently active on T-Mobile or active on Metro in past 180 days. Limit two (2) total smartphone instant rebates per account/household. Rebate provided in form of credit against regular purchase price and has no cash value. See store associate for complete details. Tax due on pre-rebate price. Certain restrictions apply and may not be combined with some offers.
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Created 06-27-2022 at 09:24 PM by sr71
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Last Edited by desi_babu_2010 October 19, 2022 at 09:00 AM
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before anyone ask....

to have phone unlock in 180 days (6 months)

You need to have activated the phone 180 days ago.

You do not. repeat do NOT have to pay for service for 180 days.

the above has been true for most every metro deal in the past.
both apple and android

it is extremely likely true for this deal as well.

most get the forced 1 month service.
then simply place phone in a drawer [or use as wi fi device].
wait 6 months.

the sim can be left in phone or stored safely.

it does not matter, as long as u
DO NOT THROW AWAY THE SIM
until u get a confirmed unlock

phone should/will unlock.

maybe 180 days + / - 6 days.

save original sim.


best chance of success as follows:

during the ~6 month wait.
u can use as wifi device.
keep sim in.
does not matter.
do not throw away sim, just in case.
when getting near the 180 day , make sure sim is inside phone.
and phone connected to wi fi.
depending on model.
try to unlock the device, once 1-2 days from day 180 onwards.

- None of us knows when Metro is going to close this unofficial loophole, and there have been some Metro phones that just won't unlock.

-However this has been in effect with Metro phone deals for last ~4-5 years

Exercise your own judgement,
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https://www.metrobyt-mobile.com/t...olicy.html
Please read the OFFICIAL Metro by Tmobile unlock policy.

Unlock eligibility requirements

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

{180 days since activation. no mention of payment requirement during those 180 days}

Countless number of people have reported.
both iphone + Android.
Have auto unlocked ~180 days from purchase.
Even when paying fot ONLY 1 month or service.

A handful of folks have reported that their handset did not.

Exercise your own judgement, after all everyone may have different experiences.
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Few "newer" phone such as been report working with T-mobile out of box Day 1 without been locked.

phones that work with Tmobile from Day 1:
Oneplus N200
Samsung a53 (don't update the A53 firmware past July 2022 or your T-Mobile sim won't work until 180 days like other phones do)
Moto g stylus 5g 2021


phones that DO NOT work with Tmobile from Day 1:
Moto G Stylus 5g 2022

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also note...many times M reps will make up rules...

if it sounds odd...its probably made up
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The Moto g stylus is probably the best of these phones.
Stylus
1080p screen
Works with T-Mobile right out of the box

Cons
The cpu is weaker than previous generation stylus or even the same model year Stylus 4G model.
I have a bunch of Sony, Samsung,LG 4k demo videos. This 5g stylus is the only one of the 3 Stylus who struggles to play those videos
Get the 2022 g stylus 5G folks and not this old one. It's miles ahead of last year's model because of the superior processor. I have two and it's blazing fast!
-180 days to unlock
-you can get port in #s from eBay or search slickdeals for the .99 Boost mobile SIM (it runs off the AT&T network so it would be eligible to port to Metro)
-you can just cancel after the 1st month by not paying for another month and making sure you dont singup for any autopay w/ Metro

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which phone is the best bang for your buck ? Which one can be used in all major network after unlocked ?
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06-27-2022 at 09:54 PM.

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06-27-2022 at 09:54 PM.
The Moto g stylus is probably the best of these phones.
Stylus
1080p screen
Works with T-Mobile right out of the box

Cons
The cpu is weaker than previous generation stylus or even the same model year Stylus 4G model.
I have a bunch of Sony, Samsung,LG 4k demo videos. This 5g stylus is the only one of the 3 Stylus who struggles to play those videos
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06-27-2022 at 10:20 PM.
06-27-2022 at 10:20 PM.
Quote from jasoncwlee :
which phone is the best bang for your buck ? Which one can be used in all major network after unlocked ?
How long is it to unlock?
So its free phone when u port in? Where can I get port in #s?

How long after, can I cancel the service?
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06-27-2022 at 10:24 PM.
06-27-2022 at 10:24 PM.
All metro deals are in store only, correct?
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ms2000
06-27-2022 at 10:28 PM.
06-27-2022 at 10:28 PM.
Quote from sr71 :
https://www.metrobyt-mobile.com/s...214669261?

other phones [metrobyt-mobile.com]: Samsung Galaxay A13 5G, Nokia X100 5G. Nord N200 5G
The links are not working now.
I posted some questions and could u pls clarify me on the terms?
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Get the 2022 g stylus 5G folks and not this old one. It's miles ahead of last year's model because of the superior processor. I have two and it's blazing fast!
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06-28-2022 at 05:07 AM.
Quote from WonderfulWork :
All metro deals are in store only, correct?
No they have some online ones that cost $0 with monthly plan like the budget Samsung phones.

The really good ones are usually in-store only though and limits it to every 180 days per customer.
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06-28-2022 at 07:46 AM.
06-28-2022 at 07:46 AM.
Quote from ms2000 :
How long is it to unlock?
So its free phone when u port in? Where can I get port in #s?

How long after, can I cancel the service?
-180 days to unlock
-you can get port in #s from eBay or search slickdeals for the .99 Boost mobile SIM (it runs off the AT&T network so it would be eligible to port to Metro)
-you can just cancel after the 1st month by not paying for another month and making sure you dont singup for any autopay w/ Metro
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06-28-2022 at 07:49 AM.
Can I port in using a Mint Mobile number?
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Quote from jasoncwlee :
which phone is the best bang for your buck ? Which one can be used in all major network after unlocked ?
Moto One 5g Ace - 128 storage, 6gb ram, SD750 for $20, or the Galaxy A53, which retails for $400 unlocked for $50
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Quote from SmartFlag2369 :
-180 days to unlock
-you can get port in #s from eBay or search slickdeals for the .99 Boost mobile SIM (it runs off the AT&T network so it would be eligible to port to Metro)
-you can just cancel after the 1st month by not paying for another month and making sure you dont singup for any autopay w/ Metro

If I cancel after a month, will Metro still give me unlock code?
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Quote from ms2000 :
If I cancel after a month, will Metro still give me unlock code?
For Android devices I don't believe you need to call in as they should come preloaded with an Unlock app. The only requirement is that you have to have activated the phone 180 days before trying to unlock so it shouldn't be an issue.
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