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expiredZiemniak posted Feb 21, 2025 01:16 PM
expiredZiemniak posted Feb 21, 2025 01:16 PM

Straight Talk: Pre-Order: 128GB iPhone 16e Smartphone + 1-Mo Platinum Unlimited Plan

(+ $300 back in device credits over 12-months)

$360

$665

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Straight Talk has for Pre-Order: 128GB iPhone 16e Smartphone for $299.99 when you activate a new, single line or upgrade on Platinum Unlimited Plan with prices starting from $60/month (w/ Auto Pay, otherwise $65/month). Additionally, you will receive $300 back in device credits over a 12-month period (must stay on the Platinum Unlimited plan for 12 mos. to receive all credits). Shipping is free.
  • Note: This is a pre-order with estimated ship date of 3/4/25.
Thanks to Community Member Ziemniak for finding this deal.

Phone Specs:
  • 6.1 inches Super Retina XDR OLED Display
  • Apple A18 (3 nm) CPU Hexa-core (2x4.04 GHz + 4x2.20 GHz)
  • Apple GPU (4-core graphics)
  • 128GB internal storage
  • 5G (sub-6 GHz and mmWave) with 4x4 MIMO11 | Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO and LAA11
  • Bluetooth 5.3
  • Main Camera: Single 48 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), PDAF, OIS
  • USB-C Charging (charge cable included)
  • Weight: 5.89 oz

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Written by StrawMan86 | Staff
  • Terms:
    • Limited time offer. While supplies last. Device taxes and fees apply. Requires new, single line activation or upgrade on Platinum Unlimited Plan or higher. Must stay on the Platinum Unlimited plan for 12 mos. to receive all credits; credits will drop if you change plans or fail to continuously maintain active service. Savings based on full retail cost of device. Not available on extended plans. Limit one device per account.
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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Written by Ziemniak
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Straight Talk has for Pre-Order: 128GB iPhone 16e Smartphone for $299.99 when you activate a new, single line or upgrade on Platinum Unlimited Plan with prices starting from $60/month (w/ Auto Pay, otherwise $65/month). Additionally, you will receive $300 back in device credits over a 12-month period (must stay on the Platinum Unlimited plan for 12 mos. to receive all credits). Shipping is free.
  • Note: This is a pre-order with estimated ship date of 3/4/25.
Thanks to Community Member Ziemniak for finding this deal.

Phone Specs:
  • 6.1 inches Super Retina XDR OLED Display
  • Apple A18 (3 nm) CPU Hexa-core (2x4.04 GHz + 4x2.20 GHz)
  • Apple GPU (4-core graphics)
  • 128GB internal storage
  • 5G (sub-6 GHz and mmWave) with 4x4 MIMO11 | Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO and LAA11
  • Bluetooth 5.3
  • Main Camera: Single 48 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), PDAF, OIS
  • USB-C Charging (charge cable included)
  • Weight: 5.89 oz

Editor's Notes

Written by StrawMan86 | Staff
  • Terms:
    • Limited time offer. While supplies last. Device taxes and fees apply. Requires new, single line activation or upgrade on Platinum Unlimited Plan or higher. Must stay on the Platinum Unlimited plan for 12 mos. to receive all credits; credits will drop if you change plans or fail to continuously maintain active service. Savings based on full retail cost of device. Not available on extended plans. Limit one device per account.
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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Himanshu1236
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Summary:


Plan Cost: $65/month
iPhone 16e Price: $599 - $300 = $299
Total Before Tax: $299 (phone) + $65 (plan) = $364
Unlocking: Use service for 1 month, then keep the second month idle → Phone unlocks.
Number Options: Get a new number or port out an existing one.
Bonus Credit: Keep the number active for 12 months → Get an extra $300 credit.
campysig
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Unlocked today
Activated March 3
April 2, deactivated
checked earlier today was locked
added another month $30 today
May 2 reactivated
Unlocked no sim restrictions after a couple hours.
Ziemniak
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Feb 21, 2025 10:55 PM
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minmasterFeb 21, 2025 10:55 PM
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no deal on the 256GB one?
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Feb 21, 2025 10:56 PM
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AquaGalley8616Feb 21, 2025 10:56 PM
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ok, the phone will be released in a few days, it is brand new. It is the iphone se, 4th gen with 16e new name.
You guys might want to see youtube videos on this phone. I just did, and I decided to wait.

So many pro's are not happy with this phone. I don't think anyone actually has done a hands on ....on it yet. I saw maybe 5 reviews on it. All were "not happy".

Share your take after watching a few youtube reviews.

You a-holes that go around giving thumbs down. Grow a pair and actually make a post and tell us your feelings about this phone, instead of hiding and being an a-hole.

There are different ways to look at stuff, so share you way of seeing this phone. Thanks
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Mr_SadnessFeb 21, 2025 10:59 PM
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Quote from sleepybear1 :
I asked AI this question and it says most likely activated under verizon since they purchased them a few years back. so if that is true it would be 60 days. would be nice if people confirmed. i can't decide if this deal is worth it, my 12 pro max still works so I don't know what i'd be benefiting.
If you go from a 12 Pro Max to 16e you will lose the following features: MagSafe, Precision Finding features (because the device lacks Ultra Wideband (UWB) technology), Macro camera, and Sensor-shift optical image stabilization
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Feb 21, 2025 11:03 PM
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sleepybear1Feb 21, 2025 11:03 PM
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Quote from Mr_Sadness :
If you go from a 12 Pro Max to 16e you will lose the following features: MagSafe, Precision Finding features (because the device lacks Ultra Wideband (UWB) technology), Macro camera, and Sensor-shift optical image stabilization
thanks - i agree not worth 400 for my case. USB C would be nice but i have no other complaints with the 12 PM at this time.
Feb 21, 2025 11:11 PM
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HonestWealth3932Feb 21, 2025 11:11 PM
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picture is clearly showing a Psim tray slot, I would love to get this one if it's true. Anyone can confirm this ?
Feb 21, 2025 11:12 PM
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OisterboyFeb 21, 2025 11:12 PM
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I am considering ios now that I don't use android the way I used to. I'm on visible right now and they don't seem to ever have new phone deals. Idk I'll think on it I guess.
Feb 21, 2025 11:17 PM
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hindolamFeb 21, 2025 11:17 PM
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Quote from HonestWealth3932 :
picture is clearly showing a Psim tray slot, I would love to get this one if it's true. Anyone can confirm this ?
Here is Applesque Specs Description [apple.com] Wink

Quote :
Dual eSIM (two active eSIMs; stores eight or more eSIMs)17
iPhone 16e uses advanced eSIM technology for more convenience and security (not compatible with physical SIM cards).
iPhone 16 sold outside US come with physical sim slot (assumes that will be the case for iPhone16e as well)

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Feb 21, 2025 11:25 PM
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uknowsanaFeb 21, 2025 11:25 PM
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what does idle second month mean? Keep the sim but dont pay for the plan?
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Feb 21, 2025 11:28 PM
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avatarxFeb 21, 2025 11:28 PM
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I would wait for a few months before getting this phone since Apple is basically beta testing their brand new modem on this model.
Feb 21, 2025 11:32 PM
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SiennaCaribou7271Feb 21, 2025 11:32 PM
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This deal price really kills the market for iPhone 13's and 14's
Feb 21, 2025 11:34 PM
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ShrewdEducation5507Feb 21, 2025 11:34 PM
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Quote from CrimsonFang9126 :
I'm new to buying via ST/Tracfone. I travel to EU and China often and for months. Can someone advise me, please?If I purchase the device now + 1 month of service, then turn on the phone and activate the SIM once I receive it (while in the US), will it automatically unlock after 60 days even if I keep it in airplane mode afterwards (while traveling abroad)? Do I need to continue paying for the plan or is one month enough? Thank you!
yes. straightalk should send a request to apple server 60 days to unlock the device. You must activate it using the SIM card in the US for the count down to start
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Feb 21, 2025 11:34 PM
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ukateshkaFeb 21, 2025 11:34 PM
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Quote from DelightfulKitten221 :
So the phone is $365 and you get additional $300 bill credit if you stay active for 12 months?

$365+$65×11mo=$1080-$300=$780
Last edited by ukateshka February 21, 2025 at 04:36 PM.
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Feb 21, 2025 11:36 PM
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clarkgeniusFeb 21, 2025 11:36 PM
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No Magsafe?
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Feb 21, 2025 11:38 PM
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PssstyeahyouFeb 21, 2025 11:38 PM
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Quote from Monkeycheese123 :
Check out their unlock policy, it's 60 days after activation. The phone needs to be activated and will automatically unlock 60 days after. You just need to buy one month, just to activate it.

Bought 2 iPhone 13 for $299 and both unlocked automatically on day 61.

We use them on Visible now (Verizon) and with the $30 promotion per month for Visible+ we have service on our Apple Watch Ultras as the + service includes Apple watch lte service (you can use the same number as your phone or get a completely different number for the watch). As marathon runners we enjoy having our headphones synced to our watches with music on them so we can leave the phone at home but still get texts, calls and whatever other notifications you want on your watch while your phones at home.
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Feb 21, 2025 11:39 PM
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spacemanvtFeb 21, 2025 11:39 PM
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Quote from CrimsonFang9126 :
No shipping date, I did call though and the guy said to expect delays because they are getting flooded with orders right now 😅
thanks good to know.
I am going out of town on the shipping date so i guess I should wait until I get back.
Hopefully this deal is still going after the preorder period lol.
I somehow doubt they will stop it though.

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