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expiredProudToBeAnIndian posted Jan 25, 2024 12:22 AM
expiredProudToBeAnIndian posted Jan 25, 2024 12:22 AM

Straight Talk: 64GB Apple iPhone 12 (Reconditioned) + 30-Days Prepaid Service

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$399

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Straight Talk has 64GB Apple iPhone 12 5G Smartphone (Reconditioned) on sale for $199.99 when purchased along with a 30-Day Straight Talk Prepaid Service Plan (plans start at $35). Shipping is free.

Thanks to community member ProudToBeAnIndian for finding this deal.

Instructions:
  • Add Apple iPhone 12 (Reconditioned) for $199.99 to cart.
  • Next, select any 30-day pre-paid Straight Talk service option starting at $35 (preloaded onto the included Nano SIM card)
  • Price starts at $234.99 + free shipping depending on plan selected.
  • Your device will automatically unlock from Straight Talk (and can be used on other compatible networks) 60-days after activation of the included 30 days of prepaid service (see unlock policy).
Notes:
  • No contract: You are not required to activate the bundled prepaid service. However, if you decide you would like to, you are not obliged to continue service past the initial 30 days of included airtime (unless desired). Straight Talk is a prepaid wireless service provider.
Device Specs:
  • 6.1" 2532 x 1170 resolution 60Hz HDR10 Dolby Vision 625-nits Super Retina XDR OLED display
  • Apple A14 Bionic six-core processor
  • 4GB RAM
  • 64GB internal storage
  • Main cameras: 12 MP (wide), 12 MP (ultrawide)
  • Selfie camera: 12 MP (wide)
  • IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 min)
  • Stereo speakers
  • Nano-SIM slot & built-in eSIM
  • 5G / 802.11ax WiFi 6 / Bluetooth 5.0 / GPS / NFC w/ Apple Pay support
  • Face ID security
  • USB 2.0 Lightning port w/ PowerDelivery 2.0 fast charging
  • 15W wireless charging (MagSafe)
  • 7.5W wireless charging (Qi)
  • 2815mAh battery
  • iOS 14 (upgradable to latest release of iOS 17)
  • Note: No 3.5mm headphone jack

Editor's Notes

Written by RevOne | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • Offer valid for a limited time while supplies last.
  • About this store:
    • Device includes a 90-day limited warranty provided by Straight Talk.
    • Click here to view Straight Talk's return policy.
    • Get details on all of Straight Talk's prepaid service plans here.

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Straight Talk has 64GB Apple iPhone 12 5G Smartphone (Reconditioned) on sale for $199.99 when purchased along with a 30-Day Straight Talk Prepaid Service Plan (plans start at $35). Shipping is free.

Thanks to community member ProudToBeAnIndian for finding this deal.

Instructions:
  • Add Apple iPhone 12 (Reconditioned) for $199.99 to cart.
  • Next, select any 30-day pre-paid Straight Talk service option starting at $35 (preloaded onto the included Nano SIM card)
  • Price starts at $234.99 + free shipping depending on plan selected.
  • Your device will automatically unlock from Straight Talk (and can be used on other compatible networks) 60-days after activation of the included 30 days of prepaid service (see unlock policy).
Notes:
  • No contract: You are not required to activate the bundled prepaid service. However, if you decide you would like to, you are not obliged to continue service past the initial 30 days of included airtime (unless desired). Straight Talk is a prepaid wireless service provider.
Device Specs:
  • 6.1" 2532 x 1170 resolution 60Hz HDR10 Dolby Vision 625-nits Super Retina XDR OLED display
  • Apple A14 Bionic six-core processor
  • 4GB RAM
  • 64GB internal storage
  • Main cameras: 12 MP (wide), 12 MP (ultrawide)
  • Selfie camera: 12 MP (wide)
  • IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 min)
  • Stereo speakers
  • Nano-SIM slot & built-in eSIM
  • 5G / 802.11ax WiFi 6 / Bluetooth 5.0 / GPS / NFC w/ Apple Pay support
  • Face ID security
  • USB 2.0 Lightning port w/ PowerDelivery 2.0 fast charging
  • 15W wireless charging (MagSafe)
  • 7.5W wireless charging (Qi)
  • 2815mAh battery
  • iOS 14 (upgradable to latest release of iOS 17)
  • Note: No 3.5mm headphone jack

Editor's Notes

Written by RevOne | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • Offer valid for a limited time while supplies last.
  • About this store:
    • Device includes a 90-day limited warranty provided by Straight Talk.
    • Click here to view Straight Talk's return policy.
    • Get details on all of Straight Talk's prepaid service plans here.

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blackdealer
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Cheapest is to get one of their $15 a month plans. There are two $15 a month plans, one has unlimited talk and text, the other one has 500 min, 500 texts, and 500mb of data.

Also note that 99% of all "reconditioned" phones (whether iPhone or Android) sold by Tracfone are already unlocked or qualify for unlocking without any need to activate with a plan or wait 60 days. So the first thing to do when you get a "reconditioned" phone from them is to dial #83865625# that will tell you the unlock status. If it offers for you to enter a code, enter the phone's IMEI on Tfunlockingpolicy website, chances are very high it already qualifies for unlocking without the need to buy any plans. If on the second page you get an "error" from the website, just call Tracfone's unlocking department at 1-888-442-5102. If they don't cooperate, just file an FCC complaint and they will do you right in no time as they fear the regulator.
SD_new
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199 + sales tax + 35
jefferyh
506 Posts
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It's an OK deal, but not a great one. With battery capacity at 90%, the phone must have been used for at least a year and it wasn't reconditioned by Apple. I've purchased a couple of reconditioned iPhone's (11 and Xr) from Tracfone before (mostly with reward points). All appeared to be customer returns with little usage. I was hoping these 12's were also customer returns, but it doesn't seem to be the case.

Yesterday ST lowered brand new 12 and 12 mini by $100 but the price went back today. I think that was a better deal since it would come with Apple Care and you didn't have to buy a plan. You could activate it on Tracfone with $0~$10 and have it unlocked after 60 days.

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Feb 05, 2024 11:47 PM
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CombsFeb 05, 2024 11:47 PM
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Quote from TheBigCPabster :
Are you sure? Safelink doesn't allow SIM swapping last I knew
Yes im positive i been using it all day. i popped the sim in immediately and it went to 5g. i put the other sim in an unlocked phone which will have service for the 30 days which is kinda useless to me. i had qlink forever but my phone was stolen when i got mugged, so been waiting on a deal like this. Switched to safelink a month ago and got a new android and gave the android to my friend cause her phone was broke and put the sim in an unlocked iphone.and been using that until today when i got this 12. the phone isn't unlocked, just works cause i believe its all tracfone stuff.
Feb 06, 2024 01:02 AM
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teh_1337n3ssFeb 06, 2024 01:02 AM
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Received mine today, is in perfect condition with no scratches/chips. Battery health @ 100% and will automatically unlock on 4-6.

I bought it as second phone for international travel, so super happy with this deal!!
Feb 06, 2024 02:50 PM
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caymeraFeb 06, 2024 02:50 PM
606 Posts
Quote from Combs :
I know it's expired but pretty cool I was able to pop in a safelink wireless sim card immediately and it worked. That's a free government plan if ya wondering.
Use that discount against Internet provider, much higher value. You can swap your safelink with prepaid as an alternative.
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Feb 06, 2024 03:15 PM
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foofurrah
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Feb 06, 2024 03:15 PM
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This is live again
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Feb 06, 2024 04:42 PM
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ValkeriefireFeb 06, 2024 04:42 PM
71 Posts
Confirmed, live again. $252 out the door. Aside from the wait this is better than haggling in OfferUp and paying $200-250 for a phone that has lesser battery state. Thanks OP.
Feb 06, 2024 07:59 PM
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Brian8447Feb 06, 2024 07:59 PM
17 Posts
Snagged 2 for $517.70. When do you put in referral code for free 2nd month service? Anyone have one they want to share ?
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Feb 06, 2024 09:43 PM
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foofurrah
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Feb 06, 2024 09:43 PM
605 Posts
New iPhone 12s are also reduced to $299 again and don't require plan purchase (although they would be locked if not activated). Pondering if I made the right decision to get the reconditioned one…

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Feb 07, 2024 01:58 AM
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RelaxedBird593Feb 07, 2024 01:58 AM
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Just received mine, and there are two major dents on the corners and a cut on the side. It seems to be a matter of luck with these shipments. I'm looking to return it but can't find the procedure for doing so. I called Straight Talk customer service and experienced some of the worst support ever. The representative kept repeating, "I am waiting for the system to give me a response," then went on mute. It felt like a tactic to pass the time without actually working. After wasting 30 minutes with two different representatives, I decided to give up.

Does anyone have experience returning a phone? Please share your insights, thanks.
Feb 07, 2024 04:14 AM
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TheArienFeb 07, 2024 04:14 AM
89 Posts
Quote from teh_1337n3ss :
Received mine today, is in perfect condition with no scratches/chips. Battery health @ 100% and will automatically unlock on 4-6.

I bought it as second phone for international travel, so super happy with this deal!!
Hi,

I expect my phone to arrive in 2 days. Can you pls share on how we can get the warranty expiry date and also the unlock date?

Thanks.
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Feb 07, 2024 09:07 AM
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BravePenguin9937Feb 07, 2024 09:07 AM
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Quote from foofurrah :
New iPhone 12s are also reduced to $299 again and don't require plan purchase (although they would be locked if not activated). Pondering if I made the right decision to get the reconditioned one…
Thanks for the heads up! Decided to go with new 12.
Feb 07, 2024 09:45 PM
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daniel1967Feb 07, 2024 09:45 PM
20 Posts
Got mine yesterday. Arrived fully discharged in a banged up small cardboard box, wrapped in bubble wrap, with USB-C to lightning cable and a small piece of paper with IMEI and SIM numbers. Cosmetically looks like new, or very close. Battery health at 100%. Activated with no problems on Straight Talk website. Has Apple warranty until May 2, 2024.
Feb 08, 2024 03:38 PM
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CombsFeb 08, 2024 03:38 PM
561 Posts
Quote from caymera :
Use that discount against Internet provider, much higher value. You can swap your safelink with prepaid as an alternative.
nah that only saves me $35 off my internet i'd rather have the completely unlimited free phone service. It's a shame you cant get both judging that my internet is $75 which is insane.Spectrum has gone up $25 a deal too cause i was on a 2 year special ha. It's gonna be $100 a month next month with no alternative in sight ha.

Moving soon hopefully can get one of those T-Mobile or Verizon 5G mobile boxes for $50 or less.

Just thought was cool this phone even though it's not unlocked is able to work with my free plan. I been using a half broken Iphone 7 so it was perfect.
Feb 08, 2024 08:22 PM
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caymeraFeb 08, 2024 08:22 PM
606 Posts
Quote from Combs :
nah that only saves me $35 off my internet i'd rather have the completely unlimited free phone service. It's a shame you cant get both judging that my internet is $75 which is insane.Spectrum has gone up $25 a deal too cause i was on a 2 year special ha. It's gonna be $100 a month next month with no alternative in sight ha.

Moving soon hopefully can get one of those T-Mobile or Verizon 5G mobile boxes for $50 or less.

Just thought was cool this phone even though it's not unlocked is able to work with my free plan. I been using a half broken Iphone 7 so it was perfect.
Cancel the service with post date cancellation and get a new deal/contract under different name for the same date of your prior account cancellation.

I get tired of unwanted spam calls thus got rid of safelink and rather am now on prepaid annual plan instead through RedPocket.
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Feb 09, 2024 03:29 AM
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TX_GUERILLEROFeb 09, 2024 03:29 AM
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A little late and I know it's expired but so y'all know if these phones can be used in Mexico? I understand sometimes they're locked to the carrier for a couple of months but has anybody bought them and taken them straight to Mexico to be used over there? I know there's a way to unlock it (jailbreak it) or whatever they call it but I'm just wondering if anybody has done it when taking it to Mexico

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Feb 09, 2024 12:52 PM
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foofurrah
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Feb 09, 2024 12:52 PM
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Starting to wonder if this will ship, ordered in the 6th when it came back in stock and it's still "pending remote fulfillment." I had the same thing happen in the recent SE deal and eventually they refunded my money although they never did notify me it was canceled.
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