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Oct 27, 2025 9:26 PM

Metro by T-Mobile: 256GB Motorola razr 2024 5G (Gray) + 30-Days $60 Prepaid Plan

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Metro by T-Mobile has 256GB Motorola razr 2024 5G Smartphone (Koala Gray, Locked) for Free with a $60/Month Plan ($65 for first month, $60 after with AutoPay) as a New Customer (w/ free new local number or Port-In an existing number) on a new line or Add A Line to your Existing Customer account. Shipping is free.

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Specs:
  • 6.9" 1080x2640 Foldable LTPO AMOLED 120Hz Display, 3000nits peak, ~413 ppi
  • 3.6" External 1056x1066 AMOLED 90Hz Display, 1700nits peak
  • Mediatek Dimensity 7300X Chipset
  • 256GB IFS 2.2 Storage
  • 8GB RAM
  • Cameras:
    • Rear:
      • 50 MP, f/1.7, (wide), 1/1.95", 0.8µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS
      • 13 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.0", 1.12µm, AF
    • Selfie:
      • 32 MP, f/2.4, (wide), 0.7µm
  • USB Type-C 2.0
  • 30W Wired Charging, 15W Wireless Charging
  • 4200mAh Battery
  • Android 14

Editor's Notes

Written by StrawMan86 | Staff
  • This matches a recent Frontpage Deal.
  • If want to move to a less expensive rate plan during the next 6 months after getting this deal, you'll need to pay $50 to change plans. An activation charge of $25 may apply in-store.
  • Applicable sales tax applies
  • Offer valid for a limited time only or while supplies last
  • 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 Tuxedo1
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Metro by T-Mobile has 256GB Motorola razr 2024 5G Smartphone (Koala Gray, Locked) for Free with a $60/Month Plan ($65 for first month, $60 after with AutoPay) as a New Customer (w/ free new local number or Port-In an existing number) on a new line or Add A Line to your Existing Customer account. Shipping is free.

Thanks Community Member Tuxedo1 for sharing this deal

Specs:
  • 6.9" 1080x2640 Foldable LTPO AMOLED 120Hz Display, 3000nits peak, ~413 ppi
  • 3.6" External 1056x1066 AMOLED 90Hz Display, 1700nits peak
  • Mediatek Dimensity 7300X Chipset
  • 256GB IFS 2.2 Storage
  • 8GB RAM
  • Cameras:
    • Rear:
      • 50 MP, f/1.7, (wide), 1/1.95", 0.8µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS
      • 13 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.0", 1.12µm, AF
    • Selfie:
      • 32 MP, f/2.4, (wide), 0.7µm
  • USB Type-C 2.0
  • 30W Wired Charging, 15W Wireless Charging
  • 4200mAh Battery
  • Android 14

Editor's Notes

Written by StrawMan86 | Staff
  • This matches a recent Frontpage Deal.
  • If want to move to a less expensive rate plan during the next 6 months after getting this deal, you'll need to pay $50 to change plans. An activation charge of $25 may apply in-store.
  • Applicable sales tax applies
  • Offer valid for a limited time only or while supplies last
  • 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 Tuxedo1

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Community Reviews

The Razr 2024 deal is mainly attractive as a cheap way to get a foldable phone and, for some units, a path to Metro or T Mobile unlock. The phone includes a preinstalled screen protector, ships without a signature requirement, and can be activated with eSIM or a physical SIM. The biggest draw is the low first month price, with extra lines sometimes dropping to $30 or $35. The main catch is unlock uncertainty, since success appears tied to Android 14 and older security patches, while Android 15 or later updates often trigger server errors or a 180 day lock message. Screen durability and fold damage also remain a concern, making it a tempting but risky pickup.

Common Questions (6)

  • Some Android 14 units on older builds can be unlocked with the XDA/Moto unlock method, especially Nov 2024 builds and some Jan 2025 builds. Android 15 and later security updates commonly trigger SERVER_NOT_REACHABLE or 180-day messages, and March 2025 updates are repeatedly flagged as a cutoff.

  • The first phone is full price, and additional lines can drop to $35 or similar discounted pricing after the first activation. The deal appears to top out around three phones for many accounts, and the discounted add-a-line option may disappear on a fourth order.

  • The current Metro unlock requirement is one full year from activation, not one month. The phone can still be used on Metro after activation, but permanent network unlock is tied to the 365-day rule unless a software unlock method works on an eligible build.

  • A locked Metro razr generally will not work with a T-Mobile SIM before unlock; it stays Metro-only until it is permanently unlocked. After a successful permanent unlock, it can be used with T-Mobile service and other carriers.

  • Activation can be started from the shipping email link or the Metro order-status page using the order number, and the site will show the phone number. If the verification PIN does not arrive, sending a text from the new phone first can make the code deliver; some activations also require a store visit when PIN verification fails.

  • Some units arrive without a physical SIM and are set up with eSIM instead. The phone also ships with a pre-installed screen protector, and removing it or replacing it can void the warranty.

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Nov 3, 2025 3:38 PM
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TheCocheseNov 3, 2025 3:38 PM
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Quote from vv1989 View quoted comment :
Can anyone outline all steps with updated details for permanent unlock from the time the phone is received.
Do I need to activate it online as soon as I get the phone before turning on? Or turn on and activate eSIM and then activate the plan?

I read on other posts that do not activate eSIM or connect to wifi. There is another way to unlock thru bootloader. Is that true?
I don't know that anyone here has gotten the unlock to work in the last week or so with the server message. Right now I get an error message that it is unable to resolve the t-mobile unlock server through the VPN service. If someone can get this thing unlocked going forward, more power to them. But everything I've tried doesn't work. The second one that arrived this morning is on Android 15, and the first one is pending a reboot to take it to the March security update. I'm done messing with it. I'll probably end up selling both to help finance a 2025 Ultra.
Nov 3, 2025 5:09 PM
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Joined Nov 2013
vv1989Nov 3, 2025 5:09 PM
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Quote from TheCochese View quoted comment :
I don't know that anyone here has gotten the unlock to work in the last week or so with the server message. Right now I get an error message that it is unable to resolve the t-mobile unlock server through the VPN service. If someone can get this thing unlocked going forward, more power to them. But everything I've tried doesn't work. The second one that arrived this morning is on Android 15, and the first one is pending a reboot to take it to the March security update. I'm done messing with it. I'll probably end up selling both to help finance a 2025 Ultra.
We can wait for 1 year and get it unlocked right?
Nov 4, 2025 12:06 AM
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Joined Nov 2017
TheCocheseNov 4, 2025 12:06 AM
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Quote from vv1989 View quoted comment :
We can wait for 1 year and get it unlocked right?
They should automatically unlock after 365 days after activation, as far as I'm aware.
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Nov 4, 2025 12:17 AM
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supaet
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Nov 4, 2025 12:17 AM
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anyone able to use tmobile physical sim with this while locked to metro?

I couldn't with mine as it shows the phone number just fine, but not able to connect to t-mobile network. the esim only connects to "metro by t-mobile"
Nov 4, 2025 1:00 AM
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balutNov 4, 2025 1:00 AM
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Quote from supaet View quoted comment :
anyone able to use tmobile physical sim with this while locked to metro?

I couldn't with mine as it shows the phone number just fine, but not able to connect to t-mobile network. the esim only connects to "metro by t-mobile"
I just tried, Tmo sim, no go, locked to Metro only
Nov 5, 2025 2:11 AM
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Joined Nov 2013
vv1989Nov 5, 2025 2:11 AM
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Quote from shortyman24 View quoted comment :
Razr needs to be Android 14 and Jan 2025 security patch. I think anything after security patch March 2025 or Android 15 it will not work. Its on the other thread or look at my post history. So disable system updates and auto reboot updates asap.


Unlock Instructions here
https://slickdeals.net/forums/shoWwpost.php?p=179753944&postcount=512

EDIT: Proof of unlock
https://slickdeals.net/forums/showpost.php?p=179749756&postcount=484

Also, my 2nd phone box is date is 05/2025 its probably has Android 15 oof
My device does not appear in Select ADB device. USB is controlled by This Device. Use USB for File Transfer Selected.

BTW my phones is Android 14 and Security update is Jan 1, 2025. Will this unlock by this method?
Nov 5, 2025 3:41 AM
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shortyman24Nov 5, 2025 3:41 AM
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Quote from vv1989 View quoted comment :
My device does not appear in Select ADB device. USB is controlled by This Device. Use USB for File Transfer Selected.

BTW my phones is Android 14 and Security update is Jan 1, 2025. Will this unlock by this method?
Is USB Debugging on in dev options? Once its on and you plug in to PC a prompt should pop up. The A14 Jan 2025 security may or may not be unlock with this method. I was A14 Nov2024 security and was autoupdated to Jan25 patch.

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Nov 5, 2025 2:26 PM
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vv1989Nov 5, 2025 2:26 PM
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Has anyone able to get past server "communication error: error code 200 MSG=server_not_reachable"

Android 14 and Security Patch Jan 2025.


Thanks shortyman24
Nov 6, 2025 12:26 AM
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lou2004Nov 6, 2025 12:26 AM
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Quote from balut View quoted comment :
I just tried, Tmo sim, no go, locked to Metro only
I don't know why T-Mobile sim is working for me today. I'm on Android 15 with May 2025 security update. T-Mobile sim was not working last week.
Nov 6, 2025 12:36 AM
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chaossNov 6, 2025 12:36 AM
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Quote from lou2004 View quoted comment :
I don't know why T-Mobile sim is working for me today. I'm on Android 15 with May 2025 security update. T-Mobile sim was not working last week.
did you activate the metro esim as well?
Nov 6, 2025 12:45 AM
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lou2004Nov 6, 2025 12:45 AM
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Quote from chaoss View quoted comment :
did you activate the metro esim as well?
Yes. Esim was activated. Today I swapped my razr esim to moto g stylus 2025 esim . Then I deleted esim on razr. Insert T-Mobile active voice sim . Viola, T-Mobile and 5G pops up on top of razr screen. Phone call and data both working.
Nov 6, 2025 2:03 AM
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KCKSNov 6, 2025 2:03 AM
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How many lines can be added in one account? I saw somewhere total 4 lines per account, but I could only add three phones in my account. Thanks!
Nov 6, 2025 7:19 PM
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rastatechNov 6, 2025 7:19 PM
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Quote from KCKS View quoted comment :
How many lines can be added in one account? I saw somewhere total 4 lines per account, but I could only add three phones in my account. Thanks!
This varies based on the Metro blackbox. There does not seem to be any rhyme or reason. Some get 1, others up to 4. And everything in between. It's worth trying 1-2 times again after a few days once it fails with some variation (different CC, Apt. A address or different shipping). Otherwise let account expire and try again after about 3 months or when they have another deal, but at least >2 months after your billing ended.
Nov 6, 2025 7:19 PM
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rastatechNov 6, 2025 7:19 PM
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Looks like the iPhone 14 is gone for good, too bad.

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Nov 6, 2025 7:25 PM
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lou2004Nov 6, 2025 7:25 PM
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Another update. I received my 2nd razr with android version 14. I was able to unlock it with the xda unlock tool.

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