New QVC Customers: Tracfone 64GB Samsung Galaxy A13 5G Smartphone + 1-Yr Service

redRanger

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Quote from JonathanJ6739

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Is this phone unlocked?

On the last deal posting of this same phone from QVC, many people, including myself, reported this phone was shipped unlocked, this may or may not happen again. Worst case you activate and wait 60 days to unlock it.
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teetee1

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Can I remove the sim card that will come with the phone and put the same sim card into another A13 5G that is unlocked and use the minutes / time on that sim card?

Peerless_Warrior

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3.5m is good to see

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NowItsTime

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NowItsTimeApr 14, 2024 5:46 PM

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Wouldn't let me port a # without buying another plan.

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Wouldn't let me port a # without buying another plan.

Is that true. Was hoping to eventually port number to Metro at end of the year.

FeistyPencil663

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Haven't done a deal like this before. What are the limitations of the phone, is it locked to the 1500 minutes plan, can I use on my t mobile account etc?
Seems too good to be true @ that price?

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JimR2075

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Quote from FeistyPencil663

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Haven't done a deal like this before. What are the limitations of the phone, is it locked to the 1500 minutes plan, can I use on my t mobile account etc?
Seems too good to be true @ that price?

Note that the minutes and data is for an entire year of service and not monthly. So you only ever get 1500 minutes / txt / 1500MB data.

If you are not familar with Tracfone its common for people to think the minutes / data is monthly.

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rczrider

Apr 14, 2024 6:12 PM

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Anyone tried canceling the filler item? I'm on the fence about getting this phone - and don't particularly care if the account gets banned, since I'll just create a new one for the next deal - and so don't mind risking a full cancellation, so I canceled the filler.

So far, the phone is still preparing (or whatever it says) and shows the cost just over $35 after tax (discount was $27.XX).

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FeistyPencil663

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Quote from JimR2075

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Note that the minutes and data is for an entire year of service and not monthly. So you only ever get 1500 minutes / txt / 1500MB data.

If you are not familar with Tracfone its common for people to think the minutes / data is monthly.

Thanks! I did assume it was 1500/year but is the phone dead after that. Can it be unlocked or used with another provider instead of using the 1500?

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Quote from teetee1

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Can I remove the sim card that will come with the phone and put the same sim card into another A13 5G that is unlocked and use the minutes / time on that sim card?

The phone imei is paired to the sim upon activation. Once you use that sim on another phone, it does not work. However, I was able to call their customer service, provide them with the imei of the new phone, and they were able to pair the sim with my other phone.

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Quote from JonathanJ6739

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Is this phone unlocked?

i took out the tracphone sim and put my tmobile one and it worked so i would say yes

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rczrider

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Quote from WittyLeopard829

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i took out the tracphone sim and put my tmobile one and it worked so i would say yes

Based on other threads, it sounds like this might have been the case earlier, but it less likely now. I don't think anyone should buy this phone with the expectation that they can use it with T-Mobile out of the box, but instead should assume they'll need to activate and wait 60 days.

If it comes unlocked, though, that's great! I bought one and am certainly hoping that it's unlocked because I don't want or need the TF service, just a backup phone.

Stn

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Quote from rczrider

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Based on other threads, it sounds like this might have been the case earlier, but it less likely now. I don't think anyone should buy this phone with the expectation that they can use it with T-Mobile out of the box, but instead should assume they'll need to activate and wait 60 days.

If it comes unlocked, though, that's great! I bought one and am certainly hoping that it's unlocked because I don't want or need the TF service, just a backup phone.

I buy the deal for the 1-year phone plan. Phone worth $15 to me.

There was report that Tracfone may cancel your account if you don't use anything on your plan for some months. So every month at least try to call or text to someone or yourself.

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arribasn

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They need to have more TracFone with the higher data annual plan

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JimR2075

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Quote from FeistyPencil663

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Thanks! I did assume it was 1500/year but is the phone dead after that. Can it be unlocked or used with another provider instead of using the 1500?

Others in this thread said they unlock in 60 days.

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Rating:	(3.9 out of 5 stars)
Reviews:	133 QVC Reviews
Product Description:	Keep connected to what (and who!) you love most with the Samsung Galaxy A13 5G smartphone. A triple-lens rear camera combines an impressive 50-megapixel main lens with macro and depth lenses to capture incredible photos and videos (and a whopping 64GB of storage space to collect all those cheesy grins, goofy moments, and unforgettable memories). And the best part? The included Tracfone plan allows you to stay in touch with family and friends without the commitment of a long-term contract. Add in a case, car charger, and two vouchers, and you have everything you need to text, talk, surf, and stream! From Samsung. Includes Samsung Galaxy A13 5G smartphone with one year of service/1,500 minutes/1,500 texts/1.5GB data; case, car charger, and two vouchers Android 11 operating system 2.4GHz/2GHz MediaTek Dimensity 700 octa-core processor 6.5" diagonal HD+ LCD touchscreen display 64GB memory 4GB RAM 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac dual-band Wi-Fi Bluetooth 5.0 wireless technology Triple-lens rear-facing camera system with 50-megapixel main lens; 2-megapixel macro lens; 2-megapixel depth lens 5-megapixel front camera microSD memory card slot Rechargeable 5,000mAh lithium-ion battery; supports 15W Fast Charging 3.5mm audio jack Measures 6.45" x 3" x 0.35"; weighs 6.9 oz Imported
Product SKU:	E318576

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