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frontpagebookapow posted Sep 15, 2023 4:44 PM

Costco: New/Upgrade Lines w/ Trade-In at AT&T: iPhone 15/15 Pro + $100 GC

Free after 36-Monthly Bill Credits

& More + Free Shippingat Costco Wholesale
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Costco Wholesale via AT&T has 128GB Apple iPhone 15/15 Pro (2023) for Free after 36 Monthly Bill Credits when activated on a New line or Upgrade an eligible existing line and trade-in a qualifying smartphone on eligible AT&T unlimited plans (see plan pricing). Shipping is free.

Additionally, Costco Wholesale offers Members a $100 Costco Shop Card + $50 Bill Credits for Upgrading OR a $100 Costco Shop Card + $100 Bill Credits for opening/adding a New Line when purchasing this offer Online or In-Store at any participating Costco location featuring AT&T wireless service kiosks [store locator; scroll down to "Shop AT&T at a participating Costco location near you"]. Activation/Upgrade Fee is waived.

Thanks to community member bookapow for finding this deal.

Offer Details:
  • Trade-In: Follow the instructions on the product page or provided by the Costco rep for details on how to fulfill the trade-in portion of your offer (trade-in device will be sent to AT&T).
  • Allow up to 3 bill cycles for credits to begin applying to your account.

Editor's Notes

Written by qwikwit | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • All Costco Shop Cards will be mailed within sixty (60) days of device purchase. All lines must be active and in good standing through Shop Card fulfillment.
    • $100 in credits with activation of new line ($2.78/mo. for 36 months)
    • $50 in credits with upgrade of an existing line ($5/mo. for 10 months)
  • Returns: Return within 90 days. Restocking fee up to $55 may apply.
  • Please refer to the Forum Thread for additional discussion regarding this deal.

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Written by bookapow
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Update: This deal is still available.

Costco Wholesale via AT&T has 128GB Apple iPhone 15/15 Pro (2023) for Free after 36 Monthly Bill Credits when activated on a New line or Upgrade an eligible existing line and trade-in a qualifying smartphone on eligible AT&T unlimited plans (see plan pricing). Shipping is free.

Additionally, Costco Wholesale offers Members a $100 Costco Shop Card + $50 Bill Credits for Upgrading OR a $100 Costco Shop Card + $100 Bill Credits for opening/adding a New Line when purchasing this offer Online or In-Store at any participating Costco location featuring AT&T wireless service kiosks [store locator; scroll down to "Shop AT&T at a participating Costco location near you"]. Activation/Upgrade Fee is waived.

Thanks to community member bookapow for finding this deal.

Offer Details:
  • Trade-In: Follow the instructions on the product page or provided by the Costco rep for details on how to fulfill the trade-in portion of your offer (trade-in device will be sent to AT&T).
  • Allow up to 3 bill cycles for credits to begin applying to your account.

Editor's Notes

Written by qwikwit | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • All Costco Shop Cards will be mailed within sixty (60) days of device purchase. All lines must be active and in good standing through Shop Card fulfillment.
    • $100 in credits with activation of new line ($2.78/mo. for 36 months)
    • $50 in credits with upgrade of an existing line ($5/mo. for 10 months)
  • Returns: Return within 90 days. Restocking fee up to $55 may apply.
  • Please refer to the Forum Thread for additional discussion regarding this deal.

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Sep 17, 2023 1:08 AM
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RyanB_DETSep 17, 2023 1:08 AM
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Quote from unadog :
FYI only

I've done this upgrade through Costco 4 times. They pay more for porting in lines or creating a new account

We have 5+ lines at AT&T with one of the 20% discounts (Teacher/ Healthcare/ Military/ etc.).

We pay $22.50 each for the lowest unlimited plan, for 5-6 lines, plus about $5 tax each for $27.68

All lines get the same upgrades

Most of my upgrades are free after the $150 in Costco credits and the waived (actually refunded) activation fee with a cheap trade in. Samsung S7 trade for a Flip5 was a $75 phone plus tax, then $150 back.

If you look at the cost of an $800 phone, it comes to about $22 per month over 36 months. So basically it's pay $27 and get a free phone, or buy the phone and get almost free cell service, just pay the taxes

If i want a new phone, I can trade in my Samsung S23 or Flip5 at Samsung and get a new unlocked phone and keep the credits coming. If I wanted to switch, most major carriers would pay off the phones to get me to switch

+++

I don't want to get into the different carriers, the problem with credits, etc. Just not worth the energy.

I've had T-mobile, Verizon, Mint, Cricket etc. AT&T is the only carrier that really works at our house, and at our cottage in the UP of Michigan, so I'll stick with them

In fact, I switched back to AT&T from T-mobile when covid started with work from home. I could really only use wifi calling at home with T-mobile. After a couple of 12+ hour Xfinity outages it really didn't make sense for me any more :<)

Good luck
They let you trade in ANY phone?
Sep 17, 2023 1:09 AM
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vp007Sep 17, 2023 1:09 AM
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How do they verify you are a Costco member for the 100$ Costco shop card?
Sep 17, 2023 1:11 AM
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Mk4JettaSep 17, 2023 1:11 AM
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Quote from p0tempkin :
Just say no to bill credits.
If you plan on staying with that provider then why not?
Sep 17, 2023 1:12 AM
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astr1xSep 17, 2023 1:12 AM
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Deal post states "Costco Wholesale via AT&T has 128GB Apple iPhone 15/15 Pro (2023) for Free after 36 Monthly Bill Credits when activated on a New line (no trade-in required) or Upgrade eligible existing line (w/ trade-in of any phone, in any condition) on eligible AT&T unlimited plans" however I don't see the any condition part on the website. Seems like there are value cutoffs. Anyone seeing the any condition part anywhere?
Sep 17, 2023 1:20 AM
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ucb2001Sep 17, 2023 1:20 AM
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Quote from cinnamonlovely :
EXACTLY! It's about time to wake up. I cut my monthly bill to a fraction of what I used to pay by going with a pre-paid plan. As for the phone, you can trade in your old one and/or other Apple devices towards a new - unlocked - phone. Like you said, it didn't add up to go with those promos.
If you are on a family plan, you can get these monthly plan down to $30 per month, plus 40 gigs of hotspot and bill credits for a free phone. So it is a free phone but you have to keep the service for three years. No matter what, you are going to pay for service somewhere but if you can get a free phone out of it, why not do the deal?
Sep 17, 2023 1:24 AM
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bob151Sep 17, 2023 1:24 AM
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Quote from KeithGP :
I'm looking for the same thing. I inserted a Samsung A13 5G and it stated ineligible and only $10. Where is the "any phone, any condition" part at?
That is actually on Verizon's website. No sure that it is also a part of costcos Verizon trade in program.
Sep 17, 2023 1:27 AM
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KensicSep 17, 2023 1:27 AM
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$100 Costco Shop Card: All Costco Shop Cards will be mailed within sixty (60) days of device purchase. All lines must be active and in good standing through Shop Card fulfillment. Costco Shop Cards are not redeemable for cash, except as required by law. Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) does not qualify for the $100 Shop Card. Limit one (1) $100 Shop Card per eligible new line. May not be combined with certain other offers, discounts, or credits.

Costco Shop Cards are provided by AT&T. This promotion, and the services and products offered by AT&T are not endorsed or sponsored by Costco Wholesale. AT&T is solely responsible for all gift fulfillments upon valid completion of all Program Requirements.


this is the fine prints.

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Sep 17, 2023 1:28 AM
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SD1085Sep 17, 2023 1:28 AM
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Quote from lilbuddy :
geez, for the free phone it's 36 months of bill credits. When we got our iPhone 13 it was 30 months.
Yeah, I hate that part too. But I'm also without much real reason to upgrade from my 13 Pro Max. Was going to, but I still owe on it for 13 months, and to be honest, its still working great. I decided to just wait out the third year and get the 16.
Sep 17, 2023 1:29 AM
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KensicSep 17, 2023 1:29 AM
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how does ATT verify that you're a costco member to get the promotion?

i already ordered through ATT first thing on friday. but i would love to get the 100$ costco card.
Sep 17, 2023 1:56 AM
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thunderpigSep 17, 2023 1:56 AM
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Quote from jdlt11 :
Anything for Verizon?
$100 costco card plus $830 credit for trade in. You can add a iPad or Apple watch for free but it's $10 per month for one device $20 for second. So a total of $30 if you want the iPad and watch.
Sep 17, 2023 1:57 AM
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iEnjoyGoodDealsSep 17, 2023 1:57 AM
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Quote from ihatemyhonda :
Anyone know what's the cheapest phone I can get off eBay to take advantage of the full $830 credit?
From what I researched.. i think the Samsung Galaxy S20 is the cheapest you can buy to get the full $830 credit.
Sep 17, 2023 2:04 AM
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eugenefnySep 17, 2023 2:04 AM
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Stuck on a redirect screen after I click upgrade my line…anyone else?
Sep 17, 2023 2:21 AM
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iEnjoyGoodDealsSep 17, 2023 2:21 AM
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Quote from eugenefny :
Stuck on a redirect screen after I click upgrade my line…anyone else?
I think I am too. Are you on the screen that says to activate a new line?
Sep 17, 2023 2:21 AM
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eugenefnySep 17, 2023 2:21 AM
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Quote from iEnjoyGoodDeals :
I think I am too. Are you on the screen that says to activate a new line?
I'm on the screen that says upgrade my line

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Sep 17, 2023 2:27 AM
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iEnjoyGoodDealsSep 17, 2023 2:27 AM
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Quote from eugenefny :
I'm on the screen that says upgrade my line
Ok, I'm getting a different type of screen. I'm trying to upgrade a line but it keeps imposing a $75/mo new line plan. I'll try calling them tomorrow.

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