Existing Metro By T-Mobile Customers: Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ 5G w/ 30-Days Service Expired

I went ahead and did the BYOD plan for $30 and was able to purchase the tablet immediately. I debated between that vs getting a new "free" phone first and then sign up for this tablet, but didn't really need a new phone and I'm not sure how long this deal will last if it takes 2-3 business days to get the phone. You'll need to get access to the SMS code sent to the new number before you can register your Metro account online. Total cost for the tablet was $3 (google voice # unlock) + $30 (BYOD plan) + $20 (tablet) = $53. Edit: YMMV, some people reported they had to call in to have an agent bump up their plan to $45 or $60 to place the order. The $30 plan worked for me.

Steps I took.
1. Signed up for a google voice number using a junk email.
2. Set up a voicemail PIN and then paid $3 to unlock the number. Follow these instructions: https://slickdeals.net/f/17325810-metro-by-t-mobile-port-in-new-number-offers-select-smartphone-30-days-service-from-40-free-shipping?p=169554114#post169554114
3. Signed up for the $30 plan using an eSIM. https://slickdeals.net/f/17143504-esim-bring-your-number-online-25-metro-by-t-mobile-single-line-phone-plan-unlimited-5g-data
4. After paying for $30 plan, I wasn't able to add the tablet initially. It showed an error saying call in (I didn't). I logged into the account with another browser and then was able to buy the tablet for $20. I'm not able to buy more than 1, the second attempt it errors with "Sorry, you are not eligible to add a new line".

Update: Metro won't allow you to add a second tablet to your shopping cart if the first one is already on order but not activated yet. You'll see a message on the tablet product page saying "Sorry, you are not eligible to add a new line." and the "Add to Cart" button is greyed out. You can activate the first order once you get the shipping notification email (even before you get it). This will allow you to add another tablet to your shopping cart. Use this link and enter your order # to activate the first tablet after it ships. https://www.metrobyt-mobile.com/r...s/activate This doesn't necessarily mean you'll be able to successfully place the order (see update 2 below), but will allow you to add it to the shopping cart and attempt the order.

Update 2: I see a lot of people reporting that after they add the tablet to the shopping cart and try to place the order, they get message to call into customer service and are unable to complete the order. I saw this post mention the likely causes: https://slickdeals.net/forums/showpost.php?p=170193645&postcount=24

Suggestions based on what worked for me.
1. Try incognito mode or private browsing mode on your browser.
2. Disable any browser ad blockers or whole network blockers such as pi-hole. Also try using a VPN such as Windscribe to bypass your network ad blockers.
3. Use a virtual credit card number from Capital One or Citi cards so Metro sees a new credit card. Another benefit is you can close it out after your purchase to avoid any additional charges (even though it's unlikely).
4. If the above doesn't work, trying shipping to a different address like a relative or friend. Use the name of person at that address (since you don't live there). You will get some verification questions about that person, so you will need to know some info about that person such as the height listed on their driver's license, past address history, colleges attended, vehicle ownership history. You'll have to answer 3 questions from one of those categories (maybe a few I missed).

I can confirm this tablet works with the $10 T-Mobile tablet line even though hasn't officially been unlocked.

I just tested it and it did allow me to finish the set up process when I put in the expired SIM card from my Metro phone.

For the BYOD plan, I'm wondering why did you bother porting in a # in the first place instead of getting a new phone #? Does porting in a number somehow reduce the overall cost?

Can we take sealed box to the trade?
Or do I need to activate and skip all the login details,extras to take it to the home screen??

Come on now, dude. You can't use it for a few seconds?

When trade in for gift card at BestBuy, do you have to go through the BB website first? Or just walk into the store and trade?

During the initial set-up process when the tablet asks for the SIM card, will the expired Metro SIM card from other Metro phone or tablet bypass the set-up process?
I know that the data will not work.

That trick (if if works) is to bypass the requirement that a SIM has to be in place before you can SET UP the tablet. That trick does not activate the SIM.

Can we do this to trade in Best buy?

Can we do this to trade in Best buy?

Just an FYI for all of you who couldn't order more than 2 tablets or are getting blocked from ordering their 4th tablet. I have tried this method and it works:

1) Go into your Metro account and update the address (add unit number, floor number, etc.) under line one of your address (not the unit/apartment number box)
2) Add middle name initial to your first name (not absolutely needed)

The first two above changes your identity and location in the Metro system which allows you to order at least another two more tablets. Note you can leave your shipping address the same if you do not live in an apartment building because UPS will know the "Unit" or "Floor" is not relevant. Also, credit card verifies via zip code in their system.

4) Call +1-888-863-8768 and ask to purchase the Galaxy A9+ tablet
5) Make sure you use a different CC for every two purchases or so

Hope this helps! Let the ordering begin!!!!

Just an FYI for all of you who couldn't order more than 2 tablets or are getting blocked from ordering their 4th tablet. I have tried this method and it works:

1) Go into your Metro account and update the address (add unit number, floor number, etc.) under line one of your address (not the unit/apartment number box)
2) Add middle name initial to your first name (not absolutely needed)

The first two above changes your identity and location in the Metro system which allows you to order at least another two more tablets. Note you can leave your shipping address the same if you do not live in an apartment building because UPS will know the "Unit" or "Floor" is not relevant. Also, credit card verifies via zip code in their system.

4) Call +1-888-863-8768 and ask to purchase the Galaxy A9+ tablet
5) Make sure you use a different CC for every two purchases or so

Hope this helps! Let the ordering begin!!!!