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Total Wireless 128GB Apple iPhone 13 + 90-Days Service (New Customers w/ Port-In)

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Total Wireless offers New Customers: 128GB Apple iPhone 13 5G Smartphone (locked) for Free with purchase / activation on a 3-Month Total 5G Unlimited Plan for $165 (3 months prepaid upfront at $55/month) or 3-Month Total 5G+ Unlimited Plan for $195 (3 months upfront at $65/month). Port-in of an existing phone number and ID verification is required. Shipping is free.
  • Note: You must select 3-Month $55 Total 5G Unlimited Plan for $165 or 3-Month $65 Total 5G+ Unlimited Plan for $195 to get the phone for free (see plan info).
Thanks to community member Demon170 for sharing this deal.

Device Specs:
  • 6.1" 2532x1170 Super Retina XDR OLED Touchscreen Display
  • A15 Bionic Chipset
  • 4GB RAM
  • 128GB Internal Storage
  • Advanced Dual-Camera System
  • 5G & 4G LTE Connectivity
  • Smart HDR 4
  • IP68 Water Resistance
  • 802.11ax WiFi 6 | Bluetooth 5.0
  • Supports MagSafe charging and accessories
  • Apple iOS 15 (upgradable to latest iOS 18 update)
New Unlock Policy:
  • Effective April 1, 2025, device will automatically unlock 60 days after activation date with two months of paid active service now required in order to qualify for unlocking. Prior to this policy change, activation on only one month of service and the 60 day waiting period were required.
  • See complete unlock policy here.

Editor's Notes

Written by RevOne | Staff
  • Offer Terms:
    • Total Wireless is a no-contract, prepaid wireless phone service provider that is owned by / operates on the Verizon network.
    • Qualify for the discounted price by verifying your identity through Veriff.
    • Activate your new device by transferring your current phone number to Total Wireless.
    • This offer is limited to two devices per account.
    • To transfer your phone number, service must be currently active with a provider outside the Tracfone family of brands. Taxes and fees may apply.
  • 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 Demon170
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Update: This popular deal is still available.

Total Wireless offers New Customers: 128GB Apple iPhone 13 5G Smartphone (locked) for Free with purchase / activation on a 3-Month Total 5G Unlimited Plan for $165 (3 months prepaid upfront at $55/month) or 3-Month Total 5G+ Unlimited Plan for $195 (3 months upfront at $65/month). Port-in of an existing phone number and ID verification is required. Shipping is free.
  • Note: You must select 3-Month $55 Total 5G Unlimited Plan for $165 or 3-Month $65 Total 5G+ Unlimited Plan for $195 to get the phone for free (see plan info).
Thanks to community member Demon170 for sharing this deal.

Device Specs:
  • 6.1" 2532x1170 Super Retina XDR OLED Touchscreen Display
  • A15 Bionic Chipset
  • 4GB RAM
  • 128GB Internal Storage
  • Advanced Dual-Camera System
  • 5G & 4G LTE Connectivity
  • Smart HDR 4
  • IP68 Water Resistance
  • 802.11ax WiFi 6 | Bluetooth 5.0
  • Supports MagSafe charging and accessories
  • Apple iOS 15 (upgradable to latest iOS 18 update)
New Unlock Policy:
  • Effective April 1, 2025, device will automatically unlock 60 days after activation date with two months of paid active service now required in order to qualify for unlocking. Prior to this policy change, activation on only one month of service and the 60 day waiting period were required.
  • See complete unlock policy here.

Editor's Notes

Written by RevOne | Staff
  • Offer Terms:
    • Total Wireless is a no-contract, prepaid wireless phone service provider that is owned by / operates on the Verizon network.
    • Qualify for the discounted price by verifying your identity through Veriff.
    • Activate your new device by transferring your current phone number to Total Wireless.
    • This offer is limited to two devices per account.
    • To transfer your phone number, service must be currently active with a provider outside the Tracfone family of brands. Taxes and fees may apply.
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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WittyHose355
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You dont have to do this necessarily as the verification code they send when you are purchasing the phone doesnt have to be the phone number you are porting. You can get the verification code on any number then when you port a number over you can use the number barn number for $5
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mixpie
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Id photo required
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ROOSKIE
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Yes, but nobody sold you something for $125-200 under retailer wholesale cost.
You get what you pay for.
You can buy this phone for more without the requirements.
If they did not require this some folks would buy dozens to resell (which I have no exact issue with other than it make such a deal impossible to offer)
Decide for yourself.
It's really no different from walking into T-mobile and signing a contract to get a 'free' or subsidized iphone. They take your id there.
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ratbastardMay 6, 2025 3:40 PM
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Realistically, how many more iOS updates is this going to get? I got one of these only for Airtag tracking because I prefer Android, but Airtags have no comparable rivals. I would imagine updates are tied to CPU versions, right? The iPhone 14 series basically uses the same chipset, so I'm thinking that helps the 13's chances of another year. The 13 was released in 2021, so maybe 2 more updates? That would be generous of Apple.
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Mike85cMay 6, 2025 4:12 PM
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Quote from ratbastard View quoted comment :
Realistically, how many more iOS updates is this going to get? I got one of these only for Airtag tracking because I prefer Android, but Airtags have no comparable rivals. I would imagine updates are tied to CPU versions, right? The iPhone 14 series basically uses the same chipset, so I'm thinking that helps the 13's chances of another year. The 13 was released in 2021, so maybe 2 more updates? That would be generous of Apple.
From what I read from other sites it should around 2027 or 2028 the updated will be supported. It should be 2 OR 3 more year of updates unless Apple changes their schedule of OS updates. I am an Android person too and I prefer Android. Where I work at a college the faculty and staff mostly use Apple Iphone and I never used an Iphone before so this will be my first basic Iphone. I just bought this phone to "play with it and get to know IOS as a first time user". Besides it is affordable $165.00 for an Iphone. Yes I know it is an older model but hey at least it works and it it using the current OS.
Last edited by Mike85c May 6, 2025 at 09:17 AM.
May 6, 2025 5:01 PM
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moccorMay 6, 2025 5:01 PM
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Anyone having verification issues? I keep getting -
"Verification unsuccessful
Unfortunately, we were not able to verify your identity at this time so you will not be able to take advantage of this special offer. However, you still can proceed without the discount or take advantage of our special payment options."
Nothing is expired and I look exactly the same in the ID lol
May 6, 2025 5:15 PM
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jimx200May 6, 2025 5:15 PM
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Quote from ratbastard View quoted comment :
Realistically, how many more iOS updates is this going to get? I got one of these only for Airtag tracking because I prefer Android, but Airtags have no comparable rivals. I would imagine updates are tied to CPU versions, right? The iPhone 14 series basically uses the same chipset, so I'm thinking that helps the 13's chances of another year. The 13 was released in 2021, so maybe 2 more updates? That would be generous of Apple.
the thing about iPhones are that they use high quality components. Speakers and sound quality, camera, screen quality are all great. I got two of these 13's since they are the last year for the sim. I have a old 5S and 6S and they still work great, except the 5S doesn't support whatsapp any more. Both still pull a strong signal for 4G LTE. Original batteries and still about to go the full day if not heavy use. The 13's camera and video are outstanding with 4k and 1080p at 60fps.
May 6, 2025 5:41 PM
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Mike85cMay 6, 2025 5:41 PM
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Quote from moccor View quoted comment :
Anyone having verification issues? I keep getting -
"Verification unsuccessful
Unfortunately, we were not able to verify your identity at this time so you will not be able to take advantage of this special offer. However, you still can proceed without the discount or take advantage of our special payment options."
Nothing is expired and I look exactly the same in the ID lol
Try to clear your cookies cache and history and try again or try another browser. Did you try going to the store and get an Iphone 13?
May 6, 2025 6:29 PM
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moccorMay 6, 2025 6:29 PM
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Quote from Mike85c View quoted comment :
Try to clear your cookies cache and history and try again or try another browser. Did you try going to the store and get an Iphone 13?
It was for a Moto Edge 2024, but I assume the same would happen for the iPhone. I tried other browsers and other phones too. Kinda odd. I wonder if its due to my previous TW Edge not being activated yet. I didn't activate it simply cuz I had issues with the Google Voice port, but I think that is irrelevant to this Verifii error
May 6, 2025 6:40 PM
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Mike85cMay 6, 2025 6:40 PM
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Quote from moccor View quoted comment :
It was for a Moto Edge 2024, but I assume the same would happen for the iPhone. I tried other browsers and other phones too. Kinda odd. I wonder if its due to my previous TW Edge not being activated yet. I didn't activate it simply cuz I had issues with the Google Voice port, but I think that is irrelevant to this Verifii error
I see. That is odd. Oh you had TW before but you didn't activate the phone due to Google Voice port. No that should not be a problem to Verifii. Try going into the store and see what happens. It seems to be on their side. Call Customer Service and see what happens.

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sultanibMay 6, 2025 8:51 PM
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Any joy using number barn?
I wouldn't say joy but worked out
May 6, 2025 9:21 PM
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Zero4May 6, 2025 9:21 PM
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I have a question, not related to this deal...but with Total and an iphone deal. Would the same conditions apply to the iphone 14 ($99 with 3 month plan for $165)? could i get the 14 unlocked and moved after 2 months for $264?
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May 7, 2025 1:10 AM
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GPDDCMay 7, 2025 1:10 AM
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tracfone too
How about PagePlus?
May 7, 2025 1:24 AM
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GPDDCMay 7, 2025 1:24 AM
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How about PagePlus?
Just chatted and it's a no-go for PagePlus also.
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jimx200May 7, 2025 4:19 AM
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Wow, look what Apple dropped for the iPhone 13! Satellite connectivity. http://www.forbes.com/sites/david...-13-users/
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rastatechMay 7, 2025 7:38 AM
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Quote from SharpPolice859 View quoted comment :
I have a question: If I get the phone with the plan paid, but bring the phone to another country - like any European country due to trips planned - and keep the phone on airplane mode and use solely on Wifi,

1- Would I be able to use the phone?
2- Would the phone still unlock outside US, and without active cell connection (though 3 months of paid active plan)?
Make sure you activate it here. Launch, update OS, make a few phone calls and text for a few days while here. Then all good, should unlock 60 days after activation via wifi. If not, put in local sim and reboot.

And yes you can use as a wifi device of ipod in between.
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rastatechMay 7, 2025 7:45 AM
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Quote from ratbastard View quoted comment :
Realistically, how many more iOS updates is this going to get? I got one of these only for Airtag tracking because I prefer Android, but Airtags have no comparable rivals. I would imagine updates are tied to CPU versions, right? The iPhone 14 series basically uses the same chipset, so I'm thinking that helps the 13's chances of another year. The 13 was released in 2021, so maybe 2 more updates? That would be generous of Apple.
People are still sporting 7 and 8 or SE 1st gen. In general, they last. For updates, my 2018 ipad does not get them any longer but the 13 i think will have staying power. Fast chip, 5G, same chip as 14, so its really only 2 years/cycles behind. Cutting the 13 means cutting the 14. Should get 3-4 more updates.

The iphone X (2017) is "vintage" now, but the XS and XR from 2018 is still officially supported. The 13 is from 21 and has the same chip as 14 from 22.
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May 7, 2025 11:41 AM
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Le-SerKaleMay 7, 2025 11:41 AM
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Quote from rastatech View quoted comment :
People are still sporting 7 and 8 or SE 1st gen. In general, they last. For updates, my 2018 ipad does not get them any longer but the 13 i think will have staying power. Fast chip, 5G, same chip as 14, so its really only 2 years/cycles behind. Cutting the 13 means cutting the 14. Should get 3-4 more updates.

The iphone X (2017) is "vintage" now, but the XS and XR from 2018 is still officially supported. The 13 is from 21 and has the same chip as 14 from 22.
Yup. I still have my fleet of iPhone 3GS-8s. They still work and can be use for phone calls


My 16e from straight talk unlocked. Activated 3/7. My 13 from total did not unlock. So maybe someone fudge the programming on the straight talk side.

I'll know for sure when the next st 16e around may 22 will unlock or not after 2 months.

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