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frontpage Posted by bookapow • Sep 15, 2023
frontpage Posted by bookapow • Sep 15, 2023

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

& More + Free Shipping

Free after 36-Monthly Bill Credits

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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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The fine print says minimum qualified plan is 75/mo. That's where they get you with these "free deals" - locking you in at high monthly rate for 3 yrs.

Quick math assuming you are ok with Visible/Mint at $30/mo - overpaying by $45/mo for 36=$1620, that's what you are paying for the "free iphone".
If you live in an area which has good coverage then better buy an unlocked phone and get a carrier of your choice than getting robbed by these guys for 36 months.
I have an unlocked phone & pay $20 per month for service. Can't be happier.
What is activation fee anymore ,!! Just another fee from older times

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Sep 17, 2023
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rcapusan
Sep 17, 2023
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Quote from Kdp49 :
Do the trade in phones have to be unlocked? Eg can I trade in Verizon locked phones to ATT
I am curious as well..

Also, what do they mean by this, in the trade in conditions?? Will this impact the trade in if I buy a phone off someone to trade it in?

"Phone number entered on the trade-in should match the phone number of device purchased. If different number is entered it could impact promotion eligibility"
Sep 17, 2023
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jatbhai
Sep 17, 2023
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Quick question, so if you are an existing ATT customer that's currently on unlimited plan (paying less than $75/per line), are you still eligible for this offer to upgrade without changing the monthly per line?
Sep 17, 2023
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bulldog99
Sep 17, 2023
116 Posts
Quote from rcapusan :
I am curious as well..

Also, what do they mean by this, in the trade in conditions?? Will this impact the trade in if I buy a phone off someone to trade it in?

"Phone number entered on the trade-in should match the phone number of device purchased. If different number is entered it could impact promotion eligibility"
In my experience, and back from working for ATT, the unlock status is irrelevant. Answer the trade in questions appropriately for the condition, and choose the right device/carrier you are trading in.

The phone number you enter in for the device you are trading in needs to match the phone number that you are either upgrading or new line of service.
Sep 17, 2023
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bulldog99
Sep 17, 2023
116 Posts
The most hesitant issue I have with this deal is it's through a 3rd party… and from personal experience, I can attest that if your trade in device is "lost" in transit, not checked in accordingly, or an issue with it; you will have lose your mind trying to get it resolved.

Take pictures of your shipment of the trade in device and ensure you take photo/note of the tracking info and label.

Trading in devices is always best practice done in store- but obviously, as in this promotion, sometimes that's not the best deal option.
Sep 17, 2023
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wolfpup
Sep 17, 2023
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Quote from TheLizardking :
If I already upgraded 4 lines through AT&T last week, any way to get the Costco deal applied retroactively? Looks like the same basic deal, but of course as a member I'd like the Costco GCs.
You can't. They said you need to cancel, and wait 72 hours before ordering again through Costco. The 72 hours is to clear your phone so it's in "upgradable" status again.
Sep 18, 2023
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unadog
Sep 18, 2023
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Quote from jatbhai :
Quick question, so if you are an existing ATT customer that's currently on unlimited plan (paying less than $75/per line), are you still eligible for this offer to upgrade without changing the monthly per line?
Yes, if you have an available upgrade on any line

All unlimited plans qualify
Sep 18, 2023
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ajs317
Sep 18, 2023
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Quote from bulldog99 :
In my experience, and back from working for ATT, the unlock status is irrelevant. Answer the trade in questions appropriately for the condition, and choose the right device/carrier you are trading in.

The phone number you enter in for the device you are trading in needs to match the phone number that you are either upgrading or new line of service.
So if buying an eligible phone to trade in (S20 has been mentioned), how does this work? Do you need to activate the trade-in phone on the AT&T account against the number you want to upgrade, and then order the iPhone 15? Or are you saying you just enter the phone number for the line you want to upgrade but the trade-in doesn't need to be activated on that line?

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Sep 18, 2023
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bulldog99
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Quote from ajs317 :
So if buying an eligible phone to trade in (S20 has been mentioned), how does this work? Do you need to activate the trade-in phone on the AT&T account against the number you want to upgrade, and then order the iPhone 15? Or are you saying you just enter the phone number for the line you want to upgrade but the trade-in doesn't need to be activated on that line?
From previous experiences and also from working with the company, the trade in device didn't need to be activate (ed) on your account. The number entered during the trade in and upgrade
Flow needed to match.

If you purchase the phone elsewhere and don't activate it, you do run the risk of that device either being activation locked, or reported lost/stolen. And that could hinder or negate your trade in estimated value.
Last edited by bulldog99 September 17, 2023 at 05:42 PM.
Sep 18, 2023
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tohrd2cntrl
Sep 18, 2023
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Does anyone know a way to do more than 5 lines? I have 5 phones and an Apple Watch but ATT site is limiting to 5 total devices. Or could I process two orders after my initial order goes through?
Sep 18, 2023
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Ebonyeyez
Sep 18, 2023
76 Posts
I read somewhere that the ATT iPhone cannot be used in Europe? Is this correct? Currently have a Verizon iPhone and had no issues using it all over Europe. My daughter will be moving to London so I'm not sure if it's worth her getting this or not. Thanks!!
Sep 18, 2023
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PapitoBoomBoom
Sep 18, 2023
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36 months? That's getting ridiculous. The phone companies are just trying to get everyone committed to 36 months of over-priced bills.
Sep 18, 2023
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jm534v
Sep 18, 2023
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Quote from Ebonyeyez :
I read somewhere that the ATT iPhone cannot be used in Europe? Is this correct? Currently have a Verizon iPhone and had no issues using it all over Europe. My daughter will be moving to London so I'm not sure if it's worth her getting this or not. Thanks!!
That's incorrect.
Sep 18, 2023
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BoomMike84
Sep 18, 2023
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Quote from PapitoBoomBoom :
36 months? That's getting ridiculous. The phone companies are just trying to get everyone committed to 36 months of over-priced bills.
How long until we get 48 month contracts?

I give it 4 more years until it's the norm. Then each carrier is going to have "we will pay off your phone!" Promotions to get you to switch once everyone is locked into 4 year contracts.
Sep 18, 2023
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RowlandC
Sep 18, 2023
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Quote from PapitoBoomBoom :
36 months? That's getting ridiculous. The phone companies are just trying to get everyone committed to 36 months of over-priced bills.
Phone company is not forcing you into contact. You want no contract buy the phone out right.

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fastsvo
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Shouldn't we wait for the Christmas deals?

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