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Apple iPhone 12 is back in stock! | Metro by T-Mobile - $75

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Metro Flex Plus plan required + eligible port in. Tip: just use a visible referral link and get a number for $5.

Port in has to be non-T-Mobile and non-VoIP.

https://www.metrobyt-mobile.com/c...-iphone-12
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Metro Flex Plus plan required + eligible port in. Tip: just use a visible referral link and get a number for $5.

Port in has to be non-T-Mobile and non-VoIP.

https://www.metrobyt-mobile.com/c...-iphone-12

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Oct 31, 2024 12:31 AM
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aabbccbbaaOct 31, 2024 12:31 AM
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Quote from spacemanvt :
for those of you using visible to churn port in numbers, are you using the same name/address/IMEI/referral code to setup each new account?

I already have a visible account and was able to sucessfuly refer myself to get another line which I then ported out to metro. I am trying to get another line using the same thing and that line didnt activate is now under review.

Not sure what I screwed up but going to wait until tomorrow to try again.
I've done 3 (1 "main" account, 2 referred by main) using different names and emails, but same mailing address and 2 were using the same IMEI. I read either in this thread or the one for the iPhone 13 that someone created 5 Visible accounts using the same IMEI.
Oct 31, 2024 01:03 AM
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utl768Oct 31, 2024 01:03 AM
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Quote from aabbccbbaa :
I've done 3 (1 "main" account, 2 referred by main) using different names and emails, but same mailing address and 2 were using the same IMEI. I read either in this thread or the one for the iPhone 13 that someone created 5 Visible accounts using the same IMEI.
ive used same phone name imei five times

different emails though

visible is easy
Oct 31, 2024 01:10 AM
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spacemanvtOct 31, 2024 01:10 AM
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I may have figured it out. The visible line that I successfully created had the same IMEI as second line I tried to create. That may have caused the error.

I ended up activating the line on metro , therefore closing the account in visible and then waited a bit and used the same IMEI to activate another line. No issues.

This time I used privacy.com with a random CC and address as well.
Oct 31, 2024 01:10 AM
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FabulousIdea3180Oct 31, 2024 01:10 AM
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Quote from aabbccbbaa :
I've done 3 (1 "main" account, 2 referred by main) using different names and emails, but same mailing address and 2 were using the same IMEI. I read either in this thread or the one for the iPhone 13 that someone created 5 Visible accounts using the same IMEI.
Yep I did 6 lines, all same except email.
Oct 31, 2024 01:58 AM
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MellowAlpaca3932Oct 31, 2024 01:58 AM
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Quote from CtJack108 :
So my 4th order errored with contact customer care. Now add a line button disappeared from account - will it get back in 24-48 hrs?
You have to call and have them transfer to porting department so they can cancel the fail porting for you. Only then the add a line option can be available again.
Oct 31, 2024 02:24 AM
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jazzsinghOct 31, 2024 02:24 AM
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I created a new line as suggested with US Mobile and they are refusing port out

Pointing to their terms
We also do not allow the activation of lines for the purpose of abusing other carrier's port incentives. This is an abuse of our flexible plan offering to take advantage of our industry peers. Additionally, we will alert the other carriers of these actions such that they may take the appropriate measures.

I received email
"Since the line was newly activated with us, we're unable to share the port-out details at this time. We could provide this information if the line had been ported in or remained active with us for a longer period.
Additionally, as outlined in our terms and conditions, we do not allow the port out of newly activated lines since there's a risk of abusing other carrier's port incentives. To avoid such issues, we recommend purchasing a plan costing $10 or more for the line and maintaining it for a longer period.

If you wish, we can cancel the services for the line and provide a refund. Let us know your preference. "

and have requested again pointting to below. but thinking maybe just request refund and do it with Visible

Federal Law:

The FCC mandates that all carriers must allow customers to port their phone numbers to a new provider.
Last edited by jazzsingh October 30, 2024 at 09:20 PM.
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Oct 31, 2024 03:39 AM
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tl215
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Oct 31, 2024 03:39 AM
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Quote from CtJack108 :
So my 4th order errored with contact customer care. Now add a line button disappeared from account - will it get back in 24-48 hrs?
wait 24 hours after cancelling failed port in number.

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Oct 31, 2024 03:50 AM
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Oct 31, 2024 03:50 AM
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So I am having trouble placing the 3rd order. Background:

1. Month back I ordered iPhone 12 for $50 + $75 for plan on 1 email address
2. Created a new account and ordered iPhone 13 for $100 on the 2nd email address - Ported number from Xfinity.
3. Added another iPhone 13 on the 2nd email address account for $135 total - Ported number from Visible
4. Tried to place an order for iPhone 12 (3rd phone order on the 2nd email address account) and resulted in 'Please call support to complete the order". Used visible number this time as well.
5. Called customer service and they cancelled the porting and asked to place the order again. Did this 3 times in total before giving up. I also tried ordering from the iPhone 13 using 5G and adding apt in the address field to change the address, changed the name and also tried to use the capital one virtual card to use a new card. All 3 times it resulted into 'Call support to complete the order. I also tried to change the visible number using the chat bot. Finally gave up.

Anyone has any recommendation on how to place the 3rd order on the same account? I tried the suggestion after reading the thread, but doesn't look like it is working. Appreciate recommendations!
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Oct 31, 2024 04:32 AM
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Oct 31, 2024 04:32 AM
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Quote from emofals :
So I am having trouble placing the 3rd order. Background:

1. Month back I ordered iPhone 12 for $50 + $75 for plan on 1 email address
2. Created a new account and ordered iPhone 13 for $100 on the 2nd email address - Ported number from Xfinity.
3. Added another iPhone 13 on the 2nd email address account for $135 total - Ported number from Visible
4. Tried to place an order for iPhone 12 (3rd phone order on the 2nd email address account) and resulted in 'Please call support to complete the order". Used visible number this time as well.
5. Called customer service and they cancelled the porting and asked to place the order again. Did this 3 times in total before giving up. I also tried ordering from the iPhone 13 using 5G and adding apt in the address field to change the address, changed the name and also tried to use the capital one virtual card to use a new card. All 3 times it resulted into 'Call support to complete the order. I also tried to change the visible number using the chat bot. Finally gave up.

Anyone has any recommendation on how to place the 3rd order on the same account? I tried the suggestion after reading the thread, but doesn't look like it is working. Appreciate recommendations!
Step 5: you probably want to wait 24 hours after they cancel the port
Last edited by tl215 October 30, 2024 at 10:35 PM.
Oct 31, 2024 05:18 AM
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WittyBorder6447Oct 31, 2024 05:18 AM
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Quote from tl215 :
Should be 75+35+35+5+5+5 $160
Are you able to end the contract before it auto renews after 30 days active on the line for each of the devices?
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Oct 31, 2024 06:36 AM
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tl215
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Oct 31, 2024 06:36 AM
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Quote from WittyBorder6447 :
Are you able to end the contract before it auto renews after 30 days active on the line for each of the devices?
Just turn off autopay
Oct 31, 2024 02:08 PM
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MatveyMOct 31, 2024 02:08 PM
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I'm having issues porting visible out. For some reason it's now porting the number. What do I use for zip?
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Oct 31, 2024 02:17 PM
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Oct 31, 2024 02:17 PM
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Quote from tl215 :
Step 5: you probably want to wait 24 hours after they cancel the port
ok to use same details or tweak something?
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AuyuttayaOct 31, 2024 02:21 PM
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Quote from MatveyM :
I'm having issues porting visible out. For some reason it's now porting the number. What do I use for zip?
Put your zip.lol

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Oct 31, 2024 02:22 PM
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spacemanvtOct 31, 2024 02:22 PM
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Quote from WittyBorder6447 :
Are you able to end the contract before it auto renews after 30 days active on the line for each of the devices?
can someone put in the Wiki that there is no autopay and it ends automatically?

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