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frontpagebookapow posted Sep 15, 2023 04:44 PM
frontpagebookapow posted Sep 15, 2023 04:44 PM

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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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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dealmaster98
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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".
AKS33
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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.
CyanCheetah4113
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What is activation fee anymore ,!! Just another fee from older times

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Oct 02, 2023 12:50 AM
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hummyOct 02, 2023 12:50 AM
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Quote from wei2cool :
I see so many posts like these. I feel like I am missing something because I am not doing it

I really want to know why would one feel the need to constantly change carriers at this point. What are you gaining by doing so?

I have switched carrier 4 times over the years and they all were painful experiences and logistics nightmares.

Doesn't it bother you that you have to have to pay extra for activation fee?

Sure there are some don't have activation fee, but they all lack in customer service and support. What if you need help?

What about paying for overlapping services when you switch? Even if you timed it perfectly, you still have 1 day overlapping if you want to transfer your number. If you do it 30 times, then you paid a month if overlapping services.

How do you trust the phone number transfer process would go smoothly? Especially on the providers that have almost 0 customers service?

Most importantly to me is how do you get discount on the newest phones?

I feel like picking a cell carrier is a lot like dating. Sure you want to try them out to see if you are compatible, but once you found the one that checks all the boxes, don't you just settle down and stick to that one?

For those who switch carriers, how often do you switch? And what are the reasons for you to switch?

Please help me understand
I agree with you. I pay more so I don't have to deal with that headache of service being spotty whenever I go and having to migrate phone lines etc. I wonder if many who promote this only have single lines. It might make more sense for a single person to shop around because single plans are ridiculously expensive like 70 to 100 bucks for fully unlimited and they might save more with just buying the phone outright and choosing a cheaper uncarrier. And shopping around may be worth it depending on which carrier has the best service where they live. But for two or more lines it's almost never worth the hassle.
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Oct 02, 2023 01:42 AM
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Oct 02, 2023 01:42 AM
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Quote from BraveBike692 :
I bought iPhone 15 Pro Max titanium model directly from Apple Store online, no plan just paying $1,200 for unlocked. Now I'm waiting until November 24th for delivery. It says all the Apple stores are sold out too. I am wondering if I could do a plan with AT&T or T Mobile and walk out their store with phone in hand? Then cancel their overpriced plan? What's the worst they could do? Bill me $1,200 for the phone? But that's what I WANT. I heard the phones are unlocked except maybe Verizon. I'm with Mint Mobile. $20 a month for 9GB. I never go over 6 or 7GB a month.
I bought from Apple too. I've had the 15 pro max natural since 9/22. When I check data sheet of the model number, Verizon and my unlock phone have the same number. I don't know where u heard about AT&T and T-Mobile phones being unlock out of the box, I highly doubt it. And yes, they will bill you for the full price and you still have to wait to unlock (at their discretion), assuming they have it in-stock.
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Oct 02, 2023 01:46 AM
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Oct 02, 2023 01:46 AM
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Quote from AKS33 :
Yes. But I don't need 4 lines.
This game is for people with 4 or more lines, company discount,...
For me (1 line), pre-paid makes sense and buy unlock phone full price @ Apple.
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Oct 02, 2023 01:53 AM
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Oct 02, 2023 01:53 AM
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Quote from k1981r :
Aren't people gone uncarrier yet?
36 months.. my foot… ridiculous.
There was a time when carriers got rid of contracts and free phone deals. But too many complained and wanted them back. And here they are...I have many people around me talking about these deals all the time, and took pride in them as if they discover a cure for cancer. For me, pre-paid and bought 15 pro max natural from Apple on 9/22 already.
Last edited by elite-01 October 3, 2023 at 12:27 AM.
Oct 02, 2023 02:42 PM
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regcustomer88Oct 02, 2023 02:42 PM
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Quote from kobe4sho :
T-Mobile still has 24 month
Are T-Mobile Costco deals gone? Can someone suggest best ways to upgrade to a new phone on T-Mobile .
Oct 02, 2023 04:38 PM
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PowerfulArm695Oct 02, 2023 04:38 PM
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Quote from Verywiseman :
I received my phones on the first day of availability.
at the store with a T mobile account?
Oct 02, 2023 09:07 PM
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TheHellionOct 02, 2023 09:07 PM
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Quote from storeads :
Hi where in the AT&T site did you see this $200 offer ? My line is eligible for an upgrade but I don't see the $200 offer anywhere on top of the trade in offer
The only thing I can think of is the offer is targeted only to select accounts since others are reporting they don't have any promotion from ATT showing on their account.

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Oct 03, 2023 05:19 AM
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namxOct 03, 2023 05:19 AM
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Quote from PurpleWren3082 :
I checked in bay area costco yday. found that they were offering $250 bill credit + $100 costco card on top of the upto $1000 tradein offer
Could you please give any detail? Which store(s) was this?
Oct 03, 2023 01:58 PM
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PurpleWren3082Oct 03, 2023 01:58 PM
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Quote from namx :
Could you please give any detail? Which store(s) was this?
Sunnyvale
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gorditaOct 03, 2023 05:13 PM
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Quote from PurpleWren3082 :
I checked in bay area costco yday. found that they were offering $250 bill credit + $100 costco card on top of the upto $1000 tradein offer
was this for an upgrade or for new lines?
Oct 03, 2023 05:46 PM
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ecr72Oct 03, 2023 05:46 PM
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Quote from SF911 :
How do you know if your Costco deal went thur? Never received any confirmation from Costco or ATT. And I got charged $35 activation fee on the first bill. I already got charged for 1st Installation before the phone even shipped. How do I check if I am going to get the $100GC and $50 credit. Beside praying and hope for the best
I'm in the same boat on two phones. Everything looked good on the order pages during the process so I'm hopeful, but the lack of anything in the order confirmation or via email is concerning. We received our first bill too and the $35 upgrade fee was on each line. I hope it's similar to trade ins where a bill in the next month or two will catch up and we'll see the credits start rolling in. First bill, with the sales taxes, no trade in credits, and upgrade fees took my sub $200 bill to $500.

Just wish there was something in writing confirming these details.
Oct 03, 2023 07:30 PM
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namxOct 03, 2023 07:30 PM
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Quote from PurpleWren3082 :
Sunnyvale
Thanks.
Oct 03, 2023 07:39 PM
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BaymanflOct 03, 2023 07:39 PM
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Quote from ecr72 :
I'm in the same boat on two phones. Everything looked good on the order pages during the process so I'm hopeful, but the lack of anything in the order confirmation or via email is concerning. We received our first bill too and the $35 upgrade fee was on each line. I hope it's similar to trade ins where a bill in the next month or two will catch up and we'll see the credits start rolling in. First bill, with the sales taxes, no trade in credits, and upgrade fees took my sub $200 bill to $500.

Just wish there was something in writing confirming these details.
I received this text after ordering a day or so, no other details, thinking they apply $35 upgrade fee and refund as a credit.

A credit in the amt of $35.00 was applied to your acct in the last 3 days.
Oct 03, 2023 07:39 PM
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namxOct 03, 2023 07:39 PM
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Quote from AKS33 :
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.
This probably a good rule for most consumers. However, some get work discount on top of paperless billing discount, multi line discount, etc., and actually use the benefits (hot spot and streaming). It comes out to be the same if you were to pay for the extras on the $20 plan (hotspot, streaming, etc.) and you will not get deprioritized on a primary network.

Previously was on a MVNO and it was terrible. Missed calls. Texts coming in 2 hours later. I think if you are needing your phone for mission critical work, it would not work well on a cheaper MVNO. YMMV, obviously.

In retirement, I would go back to a cheaper MVNO.

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Oct 04, 2023 04:06 AM
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jokerdaveOct 04, 2023 04:06 AM
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Quote from SF911 :
How do you know if your Costco deal went thur? Never received any confirmation from Costco or ATT. And I got charged $35 activation fee on the first bill. I already got charged for 1st Installation before the phone even shipped. How do I check if I am going to get the $100GC and $50 credit. Beside praying and hope for the best
I'm in the same boat. Can't find any confirmation that I'll get the bill credit or the Costco GC. Also got hit with the $35 activation fee but I thought that was waived. So hoping for the best cuz I don't have any confirmation saying otherwise

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