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frontpageProudToBeAnIndian posted Nov 13, 2025 11:15 PM
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Verizon Apple iPhone 16 Pro 5G Smartphone (Various) w/ $500 Walmart eGift Card

& More + Free Shipping

from $25/mos for 36 mos

$1,399

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Update: Event 1 (valid on purchases made from 11/13/25 at 7pm ET through 11/16/25 at 11:59pm PT) has expired and this offer is currently no longer valid.
Event 2 will begin on 11/24/25 at 7pm ET for Walmart+ members, all other customers begin after 11/24/25 at 11:59PM ET. Event 2 will end on 12/1/25 at 11:59pm PT.

Walmart has Verizon Apple iPhone 16 Pro & 16 Pro Max 5G Smartphones (Various) w/ $500 Walmart eGift Card on sale as listed below. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member ProudToBeAnIndian for finding this deal.

Available:

Verizon iPhone 16 Pro
  • 128GB
Verizon iPhone 16 Pro Max

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Written by RevOne | Staff
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    • 1-year warranty
  • About this store:
    • Details of Walmart's return policy (here)
No Longer Available:
  • Verizon iPhone 16 Pro
  • Verizon iPhone 16 Pro Max
    • 512GB

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Update: Event 1 (valid on purchases made from 11/13/25 at 7pm ET through 11/16/25 at 11:59pm PT) has expired and this offer is currently no longer valid.
Event 2 will begin on 11/24/25 at 7pm ET for Walmart+ members, all other customers begin after 11/24/25 at 11:59PM ET. Event 2 will end on 12/1/25 at 11:59pm PT.

Walmart has Verizon Apple iPhone 16 Pro & 16 Pro Max 5G Smartphones (Various) w/ $500 Walmart eGift Card on sale as listed below. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member ProudToBeAnIndian for finding this deal.

Available:

Verizon iPhone 16 Pro
  • 128GB
Verizon iPhone 16 Pro Max

Editor's Notes

Written by RevOne | Staff
  • About this deal:
  • About this product:
    • 1-year warranty
  • About this store:
    • Details of Walmart's return policy (here)
No Longer Available:
  • Verizon iPhone 16 Pro
  • Verizon iPhone 16 Pro Max
    • 512GB

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gadgetNerd
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There are advantages to doing this with ATT instead of Verizon.

1. After buying the phone in Walmart, you can pay off phone via ATT online chat. For Verizon you have to go to a store.
2. ATT activation fee can be voided instantly from the bill by clicking on "Don't recognize this fee" when the bill arrives even if it's more than 3 days from activation which will mostly happen if you ship it to your house.

3. ATT version can be instantly unlocked using eSIM swap. It's YMMV but for most people it works if you follow the instructions below and do the transfer of the eSIM properly from iPhone to another phone.
4. Even if the eSIM swap does not work I have seen some getting the phone unlocked by chatting with CS once the phone is paid off. That also is YMMV

Sim swap instructions

1. There are two timelines for the cancellation. If you cancel a line before 3 days it was active then the activation fee is waived. If you cancel it within 14 days from activation under buyers remorse then no bill is charged but activation fees need to be paid. But as mentioned earlier that fee can be voided instantly by clicking on "Don't recognize this fee" in the bill even after 3 days.

2. You can use SIM swap method method to unlock the device.

3. When you receive the phone activate it on ATT with the eSIM. Make sure it shows up on myATT app/in the web so ATT knows and registers the IMEI in the network. Then transfer the eSIM to another unlocked phone. Make sure you are transferring the eSIM without making a new one so no ATT involvement. Reboot the other phone, make some calls and make sure this unlocked phone is now showing under the line in app/web portal.

4. Now go to ATT unlock portal https://www.att.com/deviceunlock/ (in incognito mode) and then choose not an ATT customer and use the IMEI of iPhone nd submit an unlock request using a different email, phone number, name etc not associated with the ATT account.

5. Confirm the unlock request email and receive the unlock code.

6. ONLY CANCEL THE LINE AFTER YOU HAVE UNLOCKED THE PHONE. OTHERWISE, YOU MIGHT NOT BE ABLE TO UNLOCK IT ANYMORE.




Edit: Forgot to mention you will have to try the SIM swap roughly 24 hours after paying off the phone. The unlock portal syncs with the billing system every night or so.
iyg
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Not started yet. I don't like gc promotion because you have to pay tax on the full amount.
sprintuser
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Thank you for posting this deal! Is the following correct?

1. Order the iPhone 16 online to take part of this deal
2. Once phone is delivered, activate the phone and place a test call
3. Call Verizon or log into your Verizon account to pay off the phone and cancel your service within 3 days of activation
4. Receive the $500 walmart gift card
5. iPhone is unlocked after 60 days despite not paying for a Verizon plan at all

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Nov 22, 2025 08:31 PM
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Roy167Nov 22, 2025 08:31 PM
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Does anyone have a luck paying off VZ phone device in VZ corporate store not the distributor store?Also once you cancel ATT or VZ lines for how many month you can not add the lines to the same account? The only reason I bought VZ in store was because I had closed the ATT account recently and the rep could not add a line to it.

For those that did online order, how long it is taking to receive the gift card? Supposedly when you order; within 3-4 days the ATT will activate and then you might receive the phone in about a week from order. You have another 3-4 days to cancel the line. can you get a GC before your cancellation window? or people have been going ahead and canceling it when they need and GC comes when it comes with the thought that cancellation of line has no bearing on GC.
Last edited by Roy167 November 22, 2025 at 01:40 PM.
Nov 22, 2025 09:01 PM
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WittyHamster977Nov 22, 2025 09:01 PM
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Quote from tl215 :
You need to make calls/texts from the other phone
I think it worked, I just cancelled the line with chat agent. What's the next step? Is there a bill coming my way and I need to click a button to void the activation fee?
Nov 22, 2025 09:05 PM
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newdealtodayNov 22, 2025 09:05 PM
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Quote from tl215 :
Use your logic
Thanks. Reopening a new account with same social possible? Any idea?
Nov 22, 2025 09:21 PM
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mrdizleNov 22, 2025 09:21 PM
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When I try this via AT&T, it says I have to use "MOBILE SHARE DEVICESM $75.99/mo" in order to get this phone.
My current plan is Unlimited Starter for $65.99. Is this the same plan following the $10 autopay discount?
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Nov 22, 2025 10:19 PM
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tl215
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Nov 22, 2025 10:19 PM
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Quote from WittyHamster977 :
I think it worked, I just cancelled the line with chat agent. What's the next step? Is there a bill coming my way and I need to click a button to void the activation fee?
Did you get phone unlocked before canceling the line?
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Nov 22, 2025 10:51 PM
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gadgetNerd
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Nov 22, 2025 10:51 PM
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Quote from WittyHamster977 :
how long after sim swap did you see your other phone shown on ATT website? I did the esim swap 30 minutes ago, but the iphone 16 pro still shows in my account. I wonder is there any other step I should do, I restarted the other phone and made a few phone calls, but none worked.
Reboot the other phone. Check in the accpunt online incognito mode etc. If it shows up anywhere in the app/website you should be good.
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Nov 22, 2025 10:55 PM
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gadgetNerd
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Nov 22, 2025 10:55 PM
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Quote from WittyHamster977 :
I think it worked, I just cancelled the line with chat agent. What's the next step? Is there a bill coming my way and I need to click a button to void the activation fee?
See wiki of this thread https://slickdeals.net/f/17327499-oneplus-nord-n30-5g-128gb-unlocked-chromatic-gray-cph2513-best-buy-0

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Nov 22, 2025 11:10 PM
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ScarletMaid9686Nov 22, 2025 11:10 PM
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Quote from Bensd07 :
it varies i guess, for me one ph came in fedex, other with lasership/ontrac, both signed.
Thank you for the info!
Could you please possibly look up if the FedEx delivery was actually FedEx Home Delivery (as seen in the View More Details -> Shipment Facts area of the FedEx website when you look up the tracking number)?

I wouldn't normally quibble like this, but the current FedEx Home Delivery guy for my neighborhood is acting like a jerk while the usual Fedex delivery guy always does a good job at delivering packages…I know that the jerk is a different person since they show his name on who is delivering the package when I track the package on the FedEx website and it's different from our usual FedEx delivery guy's name…
and if I do this deal I can't do it in store…maybe if the package looks like it's delivering through FedEx Home Delivery I can get it routed to a hub and held until it can be picked up there…

It's fine if you don't know and/or don't want to look it up, but I thought that it couldn't hurt to ask.

Thanks again for the earlier info! It was very much appreciated!
Nov 22, 2025 11:27 PM
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aah255Nov 22, 2025 11:27 PM
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Can someone please guide me. I bought the iPhone 16 Pro max from Instore on AT&T and he asked if I would like to fully pay off. So I did. Had to pay $1149+tax.

What steps do I need to do next ti get the phone unlocked. I have another unlocked iPhone with me. Thanks!
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Nov 22, 2025 11:35 PM
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tl215
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Nov 22, 2025 11:35 PM
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Quote from aah255 :
Can someone please guide me. I bought the iPhone 16 Pro max from Instore on AT&T and he asked if I would like to fully pay off. So I did. Had to pay $1149+tax.

What steps do I need to do next ti get the phone unlocked. I have another unlocked iPhone with me. Thanks!
Did you get gift card after you paid off at store?
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Nov 22, 2025 11:46 PM
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DealMayhem
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Nov 22, 2025 11:46 PM
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Went to the store, they said just dial 611 from your new phone, it was quick and easy.
Quote from Roy167 :
Does anyone have a luck paying off VZ phone device in VZ corporate store not the distributor store?Also once you cancel ATT or VZ lines for how many month you can not add the lines to the same account? The only reason I bought VZ in store was because I had closed the ATT account recently and the rep could not add a line to it.

For those that did online order, how long it is taking to receive the gift card? Supposedly when you order; within 3-4 days the ATT will activate and then you might receive the phone in about a week from order. You have another 3-4 days to cancel the line. can you get a GC before your cancellation window? or people have been going ahead and canceling it when they need and GC comes when it comes with the thought that cancellation of line has no bearing on GC.
Nov 22, 2025 11:50 PM
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deadfeetNov 22, 2025 11:50 PM
349 Posts
Out of curiosity, if one were to do all the steps for Verizon and hold off on doing the eSIM swap, would that be ill-advised? I'm looking to use these as Christmas gifts for family members that need an upgrade.
Nov 23, 2025 12:20 AM
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ghoshsubhrajitNov 23, 2025 12:20 AM
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Quote from gadgetNerd :
There are advantages to doing this with ATT instead of Verizon.

1. After buying the phone in Walmart, you can pay off phone via ATT online chat. For Verizon you have to go to a store.
2. ATT activation fee can be voided instantly from the bill by clicking on "Don't recognize this fee" when the bill arrives even if it's more than 3 days from activation which will mostly happen if you ship it to your house.

3. ATT version can be instantly unlocked using eSIM swap. It's YMMV but for most people it works if you follow the instructions below and do the transfer of the eSIM properly from iPhone to another phone.
4. Even if the eSIM swap does not work I have seen some getting the phone unlocked by chatting with CS once the phone is paid off. That also is YMMV

Sim swap instructions

1. There are two timelines for the cancellation. If you cancel a line before 3 days it was active then the activation fee is waived. If you cancel it within 14 days from activation under buyers remorse then no bill is charged but activation fees need to be paid. But as mentioned earlier that fee can be voided instantly by clicking on "Don't recognize this fee" in the bill even after 3 days.

2. You can use SIM swap method method to unlock the device.

3. When you receive the phone activate it on ATT with the eSIM. Make sure it shows up on myATT app/in the web so ATT knows and registers the IMEI in the network. Then transfer the eSIM to another unlocked phone. Make sure you are transferring the eSIM without making a new one so no ATT involvement. Reboot the other phone, make some calls and make sure this unlocked phone is now showing under the line in app/web portal.

4. Now go to ATT unlock portal https://www.att.com/deviceunlock/ (in incognito mode) and then choose not an ATT customer and use the IMEI of iPhone nd submit an unlock request using a different email, phone number, name etc not associated with the ATT account.

5. Confirm the unlock request email and receive the unlock code.

6. ONLY CANCEL THE LINE AFTER YOU HAVE UNLOCKED THE PHONE. OTHERWISE, YOU MIGHT NOT BE ABLE TO UNLOCK IT ANYMORE.




Edit: Forgot to mention you will have to try the SIM swap roughly 24 hours after paying off the phone. The unlock portal syncs with the billing system every night or so.
Does the eSim transfer need an unlocked phone on ATT or any other network will work?
Nov 23, 2025 12:29 AM
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nasruNov 23, 2025 12:29 AM
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For those who got the VZ phone online, any DP on getting the gift card yet?

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Nov 23, 2025 12:49 AM
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ludhianviNov 23, 2025 12:49 AM
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Quote from JoeySD :
For your eSIM swap did you do to another unlocked iPhone or Android?
unlocked iPhone.

Quote from WittyHamster977 :
how long after sim swap did you see your other phone shown on ATT website? I did the esim swap 30 minutes ago, but the iphone 16 pro still shows in my account. I wonder is there any other step I should do, I restarted the other phone and made a few phone calls, but none worked.
I didn't check immediately, but I checked about 10-15 minutes after sim swap, and it was showing there.

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