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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 22, 2025 08:15 PM
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Feb 22, 2025 08:25 PM
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chazjr
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Feb 22, 2025 08:25 PM
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Retails for $599.. It's a good deal if you like a small screen.
https://www.apple.com/iphone-16e/
Last edited by chazjr February 22, 2025 at 12:28 PM.
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Feb 22, 2025 08:32 PM
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He-ManFeb 22, 2025 08:32 PM
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Quote from sah0724 :
I don't trust these carriers, ithinl Apple is gonna do something to make sure the full amount is paid. I know how tjee prepaid carriers work but we know Apple and when people start canceling immediately, then trying to reactivate on a other carrier Apple will do something.
The amount of negative thoughts on this thread is insane. They are not going to make you pay the full price which is utterly stupid for this phone!

This is not an unbelievable deal that they would have to cancel or dishonor. You are just getting a decent phone (iPhone) for a decent price. Nothing to brag about and be greatly excited about.

As a matter of fact, if I were you - I will be happy to get this phone for a total price of $365. And I will be happier if they cancel the order and refund my hard earned $365! This is the way I would go about thinking of this deal.
Feb 22, 2025 08:35 PM
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Feb 22, 2025 08:41 PM
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NavyLake7907Feb 22, 2025 08:41 PM
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Quote from stromos :
Why did I even attempt this? This company is the biggest trash pile ever. I made a new account setup my pin etc. bought the phone. No email zero none. Logged into the account today from web. It lets me sign in but then says please validate email I click go ahead no email comes in to validate but lets me see my pending order pending order is in approved status.Called and said hey not getting any emails from you guys. They said oh let's validate who you are via email. I'm not getting emails from straight talk. Okay what's your pin? Give the pin okay I am logged into your account sending a email nothing. Finally the guy says do you have a different email? Okay change my email from yahoo account to a Gmail account no email again from straight talk. Sign out of the webpage sign back in using new email. It logs in and asks me to verify my email. I click send code and get nothing. Both accounts are fully active emails I work with daily. Checked all filters blocks etc these emails are not making it to me I have no problems with anyone else.I am mortified that I am going to get this new phone and not be able to activate service on it.Also downloaded the app which won't even sign in and yes I tried it before I changed the email from yahoo to gmail. App just says you can't sign into the app.
I also haven't received any emails. I'm assuming that because so many people are buying this, their emails are just slow or not working.
I hope our orders will be alright.
Feb 22, 2025 08:49 PM
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He-ManFeb 22, 2025 08:49 PM
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Quote from NavyLake7907 :
I also haven't received any emails. I'm assuming that because so many people are buying this, their emails are just slow or not working.
I hope our orders will be alright.
Without the emails coming through, successful orders mean nothing!

This entire purchase experience will quickly turn into a sshhiitt show if you are not able to activate the phone due to the email/app issues!
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Feb 22, 2025 08:51 PM
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mprincebuyerFeb 22, 2025 08:51 PM
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What is max number you can buy?
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Feb 22, 2025 09:04 PM
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JawadaliFeb 22, 2025 09:04 PM
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Did Straight Talk remove PayPal as a payment option?

I know I paid via PayPal for a couple Motorola phones last summer, but not seeing the option on a mobile browser now.

Seems like a great deal, and the 60 day unlock isn't too long.
Feb 22, 2025 09:45 PM
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coconutCrab24Feb 22, 2025 09:45 PM
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Quote from Jawadali :
Did Straight Talk remove PayPal as a payment option?I know I paid via PayPal for a couple Motorola phones last summer, but not seeing the option on a mobile browser now.Seems like a great deal, and the 60 day unlock isn't too long.
I had the same question, PayPal is no longer an option it seems like
Feb 22, 2025 09:49 PM
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ThriftyHalibut844Feb 22, 2025 09:49 PM
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so i can sign up as a new customer and ask a new number. I just pay device $300 and one month of auto pay $60. after one month, I cancel my new line. The phone will be unlocked 60 days. Am I right?
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Feb 22, 2025 09:50 PM
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summi99Feb 22, 2025 09:50 PM
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I was going to order this phone then saw this video review. Sounds like it's all cheap parts and backdated features

https://youtu.be/kgXwzKUgJC8?si=S5wc3cGcAGe0s8zS

Is there no tax ? I'm not seeing tax but only $6 surcharge at checkout page
Last edited by summi99 February 22, 2025 at 01:53 PM.
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Feb 22, 2025 10:17 PM
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sam19777Feb 22, 2025 10:17 PM
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Quote from Monkeycheese123 :
Just ordered for $372 after tax, no ID verification. I will pay first month, skip the second month and wait for it to unlock. If you cancel early you lose the discounted service. Good deal 😁
How can it be $372 after tax? Is the tax only $12? Not even including the screen recycling fee
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Feb 22, 2025 10:19 PM
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elitox87Feb 22, 2025 10:19 PM
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Quote from cccheel :
It's 60 days...Roll Eyes (Sarcastic)
60 days for unlock, but since you're gonna cancel after 30 days, and just let it sit for another 30 for unlock, so at month 2 and onwards, should see if you're gonna be billed for the $25 credit or not.
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Feb 22, 2025 10:51 PM
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chryslerFeb 22, 2025 10:51 PM
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Quote from Mr_Sadness :
Last week I bought a Samsung A16 from Straight talk. If I activate my Samsung A16 today with 1 month of Gold unlimited. Will I be considered an existing account and be eligible for the 2nd line discount?
Yes, my account is activating with one gold unlimited line with Samsung A16 5G. Added the 2nd line with ip 16e, received $15 off (plan).

The order is still pending. Haven't received the confirmation email.
Last edited by chrysler February 22, 2025 at 02:54 PM.

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Feb 22, 2025 10:57 PM
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chryslerFeb 22, 2025 10:57 PM
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Quote from summi99 :
I was going to order this phone then saw this video review. Sounds like it's all cheap parts and backdated features

https://youtu.be/kgXwzKUgJC8?si=S5wc3cGcAGe0s8zS

Is there no tax ? I'm not seeing tax but only $6 surcharge at checkout page
If everyone knows that. Probably the order get cancelled then will charge the device tax.
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