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expiredJaggsta posted May 17, 2024 05:35 AM
expiredJaggsta posted May 17, 2024 05:35 AM

128GB Samsung Galaxy A54 5G (Locked) + 1-Month Unlimited Plan

w/ Port-in + Free Shipping

$100

$330

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Total by Verizon offers 128GB Samsung Galaxy A54 5G Smartphone (Locked) + 1-Month Unlimited Plan for $99.99 (Port-in of an existing phone number is required). Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member Jaggsta for finding this deal.

Note, you must select $50 Unlimited Plan or above to get the phone for $49.99 (more information).

Specs:
  • 6.4" 1080x2340 120Hz Super AMOLED Display
  • Exynos 1380
  • 128GB Internal Storage
  • 6GB RAM
  • 5000mAh Battery
  • 4G/LTE/5G
  • Bluetooth 5.2
  • Android 13, One UI 5.1

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  • Offer Terms:
    • Choose the $50/mo or $60/mo Unlimited plan to guarantee the discount price.
    • Activate your new device by transferring your current phone number to Total by Verizon.
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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Total by Verizon offers 128GB Samsung Galaxy A54 5G Smartphone (Locked) + 1-Month Unlimited Plan for $99.99 (Port-in of an existing phone number is required). Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member Jaggsta for finding this deal.

Note, you must select $50 Unlimited Plan or above to get the phone for $49.99 (more information).

Specs:
  • 6.4" 1080x2340 120Hz Super AMOLED Display
  • Exynos 1380
  • 128GB Internal Storage
  • 6GB RAM
  • 5000mAh Battery
  • 4G/LTE/5G
  • Bluetooth 5.2
  • Android 13, One UI 5.1

Editor's Notes

Written by powerfuldoppler | Staff
  • Offer Terms:
    • Choose the $50/mo or $60/mo Unlimited plan to guarantee the discount price.
    • Activate your new device by transferring your current phone number to Total by Verizon.
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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techdesai2
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Previously I also did a lot of Metro and Tracfone deals to give to friends and family.

That said I have been burnt enough times and learnt the hard way to stay away from them. At least with Metro the system rejects orders beforehand. With Tracfone the issues happen after you get the phone…if something goes wrong in activation the customer service outrigjt lies and wastes your time .
jacob2012
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I saw quite a few comments on "unlocked automatically after 60 days"
That was NOT my case a few months ago, I needed to talk to CSR for unlocking.
geektech
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I had this phone for about 5 months. The battery sucks, the SOT was about 4 hours on a full charge, and AccuBattery estimated it even lower. The phone heated a lot. Both issues should be caused by Samsung's in house 1380 chipset (fabricated by Samsung as well). I had a OnePlus Nord 20 at the same price range that lasted about 11- 12 hours SOT on a full charge without heating issues.

The camera is good but not splendid. The screen looks good but has lagged touch register/none-register issue. Overall this phone is buggy and not worth the MSRP of $699. $100 seems like a fair price if you don't have other choice.

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May 17, 2024 04:51 PM
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MellowCemetery9406May 17, 2024 04:51 PM
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Quote from hpham_53 :
The A54 is not in the same class as the S23. The S23 costs a lot more. Below are the GeekBench results that I ran on my phones.
I picked up a Metro A54 last year. Been sitting around as a possible backup since. My S20 FE got hit by a golf ball and shattered the screen, so I swapped to the A54. Noticiblly jerky moving between screens & menus. Plus I lost one of the best features of my Galaxy watch - remote camera control. Had to buy a separate app to get it back.

A54 camera seems decent but I'll probably look for a Sxx phone and relegate the A54 to backup duty again.
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May 17, 2024 04:54 PM
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May 17, 2024 04:54 PM
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Quote from CrimsonClass2402 :
Just an FYI for those who plan to unlock this phone and use it on REGULAR Verizon (postpaid) service. ONLY the Verizon carrier-branded Samsung A54's have band n260 for 5G mmWave coverage. This, like the Metro by T-Mobile A54's, have missing bands on regular Verizon service.

And I would also check to see if this version A54 even has C-Band (n77). It probably does, but I would make certain as C-Band is VERY important for Verizon 5G data.
looks to be S546VL model

https://phonedb.net/index.php?m=device&id=21604
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May 17, 2024 05:03 PM
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NAMP_ComplianceMay 17, 2024 05:03 PM
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I had the one from Metro PCS and it's pretty good value
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May 17, 2024 05:05 PM
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NAMP_ComplianceMay 17, 2024 05:05 PM
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Quote from MellowCemetery9406 :
I picked up a Metro A54 last year. Been sitting around as a possible backup since. My S20 FE got hit by a golf ball and shattered the screen, so I swapped to the A54. Noticiblly jerky moving between screens & menus. Plus I lost one of the best features of my Galaxy watch - remote camera control. Had to buy a separate app to get it back.

A54 camera seems decent but I'll probably look for a Sxx phone and relegate the A54 to backup duty again.
A54 is not a flagship level for sure
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May 17, 2024 05:07 PM
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May 17, 2024 05:07 PM
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I have two A54 from metro deal working flawlessly on Visible network. One flashed with stock Samsung firmware and another still on metro firmware. Both received One UI 6.1 update on May 14th. Zero leg (not a gamer).
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May 17, 2024 05:09 PM
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May 17, 2024 05:09 PM
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Quote from radars :
Locked phone has no market!
60 day unlock is the whole point it's $50 phone that's going for $200-$300 new on Ebay still.

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May 17, 2024 05:11 PM
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MellowCemetery9406May 17, 2024 05:11 PM
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Quote from fungame :
I have two A54 from metro deal working flawlessly on Visible network. One flashed with stock Samsung firmware and another still on metro firmware. Both received One UI 6.1 update on May 14th. Zero leg (not a gamer).
Mine is still on 6.0

Just manually searched for the update and it's downloading now.

Thanks!
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May 17, 2024 05:12 PM
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May 17, 2024 05:12 PM
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Anyone who purchased it can you verify

ID Verification Discount Eligible

- Qualify for the discounted price by verifying your identity through our partner Veriff. See below for more information related to Δ

I know one poster mentioned you have to take picture of your ID. I know Verizon is pretty bad in blocking people when they placed order for accessory from their website. I mean metro ask for security questions which is reasonable.
May 17, 2024 05:14 PM
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happySDmomMay 17, 2024 05:14 PM
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Quote from Hat-Trick :
As an A54 5G user, I can tell you that these phones are laggy. Moving around the OS is not quick and smooth. It's very noticeable. I've setup quite a few of these for a client and all have the issue. I Googled it and it does seem to be an issue. I swapped out to an S23 on a deal and it just FLIES! Smoothest phone I've had. Would not do A54 again unless you don't mind a laggy OS.
wonder how it compares to A15? i have an A15 as a spare phone. but the OS is also not smooth. a bit annoying.
May 17, 2024 05:15 PM
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justdoit007May 17, 2024 05:15 PM
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does this auto unlock after 60 days?
or we have to keep service active for 60+ days and then open a manual unlock request?
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May 17, 2024 05:21 PM
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hpham_53May 17, 2024 05:21 PM
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Quote from fungame :
Anyone who purchased it can you verify

ID Verification Discount Eligible

- Qualify for the discounted price by verifying your identity through our partner Veriff. See below for more information related to Δ

If you place your Total order from a computer, when it gets to the ID Verification step it'll display a QR code and a box to enter a cell phone number. You can scan the QR code with your phone or enter your cell phone number. Either way will get a link sent to your phone. Click on that link and it'll ask you to take pictures of your ID/Driver License, then ask you to take a selfie. After it's done matching your face with your ID card, it'll tell you to go back to the computer to complete ordering.
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TheBigCPabsterMay 17, 2024 05:23 PM
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Quote from happySDmom :
wonder how it compares to A15? i have an A15 as a spare phone. but the OS is also not smooth. a bit annoying.
It's faster than A15 for sure.
May 17, 2024 05:23 PM
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gmxnoMay 17, 2024 05:23 PM
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I tried verifying number from Metro, US Mobile & Google Voice and I get the same message "not eligible for this offer"

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May 17, 2024 05:25 PM
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LarsionMay 17, 2024 05:25 PM
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Quote from Hat-Trick :
As an A54 5G user, I can tell you that these phones are laggy. Moving around the OS is not quick and smooth. It's very noticeable. I've setup quite a few of these for a client and all have the issue. I Googled it and it does seem to be an issue. I swapped out to an S23 on a deal and it just FLIES! Smoothest phone I've had. Would not do A54 again unless you don't mind a laggy OS.
Have you tried to flash it with stock firmware once the phone is unlocked? my 3 other A54 run smooth as of now

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