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frontpageFrugalForever posted Nov 25, 2025 05:37 AM

Metro by T-Mobile: 128GB iPhone 16e (Black) + 30-Days $55 Prepaid Plan

w/ Number Port-In + Free S/H

$155

$655

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Metro by T-Mobile has 128GB iPhone 16e (Black, Locked) on sale for $99.99 with a $55/ Month Plan ($154.99 total before tax) when you Port-In an existing number as a New Customer on a new line or Add A Line to your Existing Customer account. Shipping is free.
  • Note: The Metro costs $55 for the first month and $50/month with AutoPay. You must join Metro on a $55/ Month Plan to qualify + bring your number and verify your identity.
Thanks to Community Member FrugalForever for sharing this deal.

Specs (source):
  • 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED display (2532x1170 pixels, 460 ppi, HDR, 800 nits typical / 1200 nits peak)
  • Apple A18 chip: 6-core CPU (2 Performance + 4 Efficiency) + 4-core GPU + 16-core Neural Engine + hardware-accelerated ray tracing
  • 128GB internal storage
  • 5G (sub-6 GHz and mmWave) with 4x4 MIMO11 | Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO
  • Wi-Fi 6 + Bluetooth 5.3 + NFC
  • Rear Camera: 48MP Fusion Main (26mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, OIS) + 12MP 2x Telephoto (52mm, ƒ/1.6, OIS)
  • Front Camera: 12MP TrueDepth (ƒ/1.9)
  • Build & Water Resistance: Aluminum frame, Ceramic Shield front, Glass back, IP68 rated (max depth 6 meters up to 30 minutes)
  • USB-C Charging (charge cable included)
  • 5.78 x 2.82 x 0.31" (5.89 oz)

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Written by jimmytx | Staff
  • Additional Information:
    • Applicable sales tax applies.
    • Offer valid for a limited time only or while supplies last.
    • Please see the original post for additional details and/or view the Wiki and forum comments for further helpful discussion if available.

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Written by FrugalForever
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Metro by T-Mobile has 128GB iPhone 16e (Black, Locked) on sale for $99.99 with a $55/ Month Plan ($154.99 total before tax) when you Port-In an existing number as a New Customer on a new line or Add A Line to your Existing Customer account. Shipping is free.
  • Note: The Metro costs $55 for the first month and $50/month with AutoPay. You must join Metro on a $55/ Month Plan to qualify + bring your number and verify your identity.
Thanks to Community Member FrugalForever for sharing this deal.

Specs (source):
  • 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED display (2532x1170 pixels, 460 ppi, HDR, 800 nits typical / 1200 nits peak)
  • Apple A18 chip: 6-core CPU (2 Performance + 4 Efficiency) + 4-core GPU + 16-core Neural Engine + hardware-accelerated ray tracing
  • 128GB internal storage
  • 5G (sub-6 GHz and mmWave) with 4x4 MIMO11 | Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO
  • Wi-Fi 6 + Bluetooth 5.3 + NFC
  • Rear Camera: 48MP Fusion Main (26mm, ƒ/1.6 aperture, OIS) + 12MP 2x Telephoto (52mm, ƒ/1.6, OIS)
  • Front Camera: 12MP TrueDepth (ƒ/1.9)
  • Build & Water Resistance: Aluminum frame, Ceramic Shield front, Glass back, IP68 rated (max depth 6 meters up to 30 minutes)
  • USB-C Charging (charge cable included)
  • 5.78 x 2.82 x 0.31" (5.89 oz)

Editor's Notes

Written by jimmytx | Staff
  • Additional Information:
    • Applicable sales tax applies.
    • Offer valid for a limited time only or while supplies last.
    • Please see the original post for additional details and/or view the Wiki and forum comments for further helpful discussion if available.

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needyduck
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I was able to get a Red Pocket e-SIM number for $7.78 and successfully ported it in to Metro. Plus Metro total of $165.24. All in with eSIM port-in and Metro is $173.02. Now we wait for it to unlock lol
Ihateoldpeople2
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iphone is still trying to catch up to android from 2015
forces
809 Posts
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I got this promotion 2 days ago, I had to call 5 different stores around my area, all them were charging $400 - $500 price out of the door. Only on one I was able to get $300. They asked me for my ID and I had to verify myself with a selfie scanner, just like the website. FYI

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AmusedMaid248Dec 21, 2025 11:57 AM
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Quote from Polak658 :
Can you tell me how you activated the Boost sim from Amazon? Did you actually have to insert the sim into a phone and provide the IMEI number on the Boost website?
Sorry for delay. Yes I inserted sim, scanned the QR code and called support to have it activated. They will ask the iccd number which came and activate.
Dec 21, 2025 08:28 PM
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Polak658Dec 21, 2025 08:28 PM
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Quote from AmusedMaid248 :
Sorry for delay. Yes I inserted sim, scanned the QR code and called support to have it activated. They will ask the iccd number which came and activate.
Thanks, I activated my sim yesterday. I'm gonna wait 5 or so days before requesting the port out pin. Did they give you a hard time when calling in for it?
Dec 21, 2025 08:48 PM
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Peerless_WarriorDec 21, 2025 08:48 PM
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Quote from Jamesj562 :
Tried to port in and after one attempt failed it's telling me I have to go into the store. What a joke
Try calling customer service. The website is buggy.
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Dec 22, 2025 03:49 AM
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AmusedMaid248Dec 22, 2025 03:49 AM
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Quote from Polak658 :
Thanks, I activated my sim yesterday. I'm gonna wait 5 or so days before requesting the port out pin. Did they give you a hard time when calling in for it?
Yes, they gave me a hard time when I mentioned that the reception at my workplace is poor. They wanted to troubleshoot and test it from their end. Eventually, I told them I would try the service for a few more days and might decide not to port. I asked them to share the port-out details just in case.
Dec 22, 2025 09:43 AM
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ac6xpDec 22, 2025 09:43 AM
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Quote from DealMayhem :
Not any more, it was possible more than one year ago.No, a phone locked to Metro by T-Mobile cannot be used on the T-Mobile network until it is unlocked Metro locks devices for 365 days after activation, and a phone must be fully paid off and meet other requirements before Metro will unlock it.
Thanks for info
Dec 22, 2025 10:03 AM
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BeautifulPartner989Dec 22, 2025 10:03 AM
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Does anyone know if while under contract if this phone would work if traveling to europe and using a local sim across the waters? I know sometimes phones are only geo locked for use with other domestic carriers but once abroad its fine.
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Dec 22, 2025 12:38 PM
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FeistyHorn1871Dec 22, 2025 12:38 PM
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Just be aware metro isn't by T-Mobile anymore. Metro is part of dish
Dish has access to tmobile towers for a few years and then has to rely on their own
I didn't have any problems however some people are
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Dec 22, 2025 03:30 PM
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Mpl14Dec 22, 2025 03:30 PM
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Quote from WiseWing899 :
I read somewhere else it's around $250-$270 total, unlocks in 60 days. 3 Month Plan - $195 ($65 per mo) FULL retail tax of device (5-10%) - $60 Plus whatever else they try and stick on ya. Almost the same as buying on local marketplace/eBay - metro is the most appealing with price point at $155 but one year unlock policy hurts I'll bite at the $200 with 60 day unlock
Metro by T-Mobile unlocks mobile devices that meet the following eligibility criteria free of charge:The device must be purchased from Metro by T-Mobile.The device must not be reported as lost, stolen or blocked.365 days must have passed since the device's activation date.
Dec 22, 2025 03:38 PM
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joebob3Dec 22, 2025 03:38 PM
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Quote from Ihateoldpeople2 :
iphone is still trying to catch up to android from 2015
stick w/y your android and who cares
Dec 22, 2025 03:46 PM
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Ihateoldpeople2Dec 22, 2025 03:46 PM
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Quote from joebob3 :
stick w/y your android and who cares
You do obviously
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ethanbabineauDec 22, 2025 03:57 PM
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Quote from FeistyHorn1871 :
Just be aware metro isn't by T-Mobile anymore. Metro is part of dishDish has access to tmobile towers for a few years and then has to rely on their own I didn't have any problems however some people are
I don't believe this is true. Unless I missed something.
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rjsmith2007Dec 22, 2025 03:59 PM
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Quote from WiseWing899 :
I read somewhere else it's around $250-$270 total, unlocks in 60 days. 3 Month Plan - $195 ($65 per mo) FULL retail tax of device (5-10%) - $60 Plus whatever else they try and stick on ya. Almost the same as buying on local marketplace/eBay - metro is the most appealing with price point at $155 but one year unlock policy hurts I'll bite at the $200 with 60 day unlock
I see the 16e used for like $400 which just isn't worth it.
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CoffeeBarDec 22, 2025 05:53 PM
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Quote from needyduck :
I was able to get a Red Pocket e-SIM number for $7.78 and successfully ported it in to Metro. Plus Metro total of $165.24. All in with eSIM port-in and Metro is $173.02. Now we wait for it to unlock lol
365 days to unlock ?
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