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forum threadFrugalForever posted Jan 30, 2026 07:50 PM
forum threadFrugalForever posted Jan 30, 2026 07:50 PM

Metro by T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy A17 5G 4GB/128GB +1-month unlimited+ $65 plan. No further topup, unlocks in 365 days. No port-in needed. $65

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Metro by T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy A17 5G 4GB/128GB +1-month unlimited+ $65 plan. No further topup, unlocks in 365 days. No port-in needed. $65

Metro Unlock Policy:
https://www.metrobyt-mobile.com/terms-and-conditions/phone-unlock-policy​ [metrobyt-mobile.com]

Key Specifications:
Display: 6.7-inch FHD+ (1080 x 2340) Super AMOLED, 90Hz refresh rate, approx. 800 nits brightness, Gorilla Glass Victus.
Processor: Exynos 1330 (5nm) Octa-core.
Camera: Rear: 50MP (f/1.8) main + 5MP (f/2.2) ultra-wide + 2MP (f/2.4) macro; Front: 13MP (f/2.0).
Video: 1080p @ 30fps (no 4K support).
Battery: 5,000mAh with 25W fast charging.
Memory/Storage: 4GB RAM; 128GB storage (MicroSD support up to 2TB).
OS: Android 15 (upgradable to Android 16).
Features: 5G Sub6, Bluetooth 5.3, Side Fingerprint Sensor, NFC, IP54 Water/Dust Resistance.
Build: Plastic frame and back.

https://www.metrobyt-mobile.com/c...axy-a17-5g
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Metro by T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy A17 5G 4GB/128GB +1-month unlimited+ $65 plan. No further topup, unlocks in 365 days. No port-in needed. $65

Metro Unlock Policy:
https://www.metrobyt-mobile.com/terms-and-conditions/phone-unlock-policy​ [metrobyt-mobile.com]

Key Specifications:
Display: 6.7-inch FHD+ (1080 x 2340) Super AMOLED, 90Hz refresh rate, approx. 800 nits brightness, Gorilla Glass Victus.
Processor: Exynos 1330 (5nm) Octa-core.
Camera: Rear: 50MP (f/1.8) main + 5MP (f/2.2) ultra-wide + 2MP (f/2.4) macro; Front: 13MP (f/2.0).
Video: 1080p @ 30fps (no 4K support).
Battery: 5,000mAh with 25W fast charging.
Memory/Storage: 4GB RAM; 128GB storage (MicroSD support up to 2TB).
OS: Android 15 (upgradable to Android 16).
Features: 5G Sub6, Bluetooth 5.3, Side Fingerprint Sensor, NFC, IP54 Water/Dust Resistance.
Build: Plastic frame and back.

https://www.metrobyt-mobile.com/c...axy-a17-5g

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Jan 31, 2026 02:50 AM
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SplendidLake9030Jan 31, 2026 02:50 AM
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I have the A14 and A15. They're faster than the A02s and A03s, but the A16 tends to choke up at times (Waze will freeze up on launch, some apps are slow to load). Unsure if the A17 is more like the A14 or A15. Use gmail with it and NEVER use Yahoo mail (the latter dropped storage on free accounts from 1TB to 20GB and choked out accounts with more than 20GB and made it very difficult to delete email to free space, they admit to having been breached, they have abysmal support, ...)
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A17 is a twin of A16, not an improvement. Per Google Gemni: The Samsung Galaxy A17 (released late 2025) offers minor, iterative upgrades over the A16 (late 2024), featuring a slightly improved camera with OIS, a lighter, thinner design with a matte finish, and better software support (Android 15+ vs. 14+). Both share similar 6.7-inch displays, 5,000mAh batteries, 25W charging, and 50MP main sensors.
Quote from SplendidLake9030 :
I have the A14 and A15. They're faster than the A02s and A03s, but the A16 tends to choke up at times (Waze will freeze up on launch, some apps are slow to load). Unsure if the A17 is more like the A14 or A15. Use gmail with it and NEVER use Yahoo mail (the latter dropped storage on free accounts from 1TB to 20GB and choked out accounts with more than 20GB and made it very difficult to delete email to free space, they admit to having been breached, they have abysmal support, ...)
Last edited by DealMayhem January 30, 2026 at 08:01 PM.
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Jan 31, 2026 03:14 AM
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The_Love_SpudJan 31, 2026 03:14 AM
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Trying to determine if the A17 on TMO (which was being offered free with any condition trade-in) is no longer on promotion with the arrival of this offer on Metro.

Good luck!
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Jan 31, 2026 04:19 AM
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Here is some basic information on Samsung phones:
  1. S25 models are top of the line and soon S26 line will be released ($600+ range)
  2. A36 and A56 are midrange soon to be replaced by A37 and A57 ($300 range)
  3. A17 5G became available in the US last month and is the low end phone ($200 range)
  4. A07 is the bottom low end phone also released last month ($100 range)
  5. Z7 foldable line, those will have more options soon are are in $1500+ range.
Prices are without carrier subsidies. They will give you some of these nearly free with contract.
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Jan 31, 2026 05:59 AM
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Samwise GamgeeJan 31, 2026 05:59 AM
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Quote from lou2004 :

can you recommend a good cheap phone for kids?
two cups and a string
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Jan 31, 2026 06:15 AM
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Peerless_WarriorJan 31, 2026 06:15 AM
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Quote from Mono141 :
These phones are really laggy and should be considered e waste.
4GB RAM. So expected. Even Moto G phones have 8gb nowadays.
Jan 31, 2026 06:31 AM
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daveangelJan 31, 2026 06:31 AM
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Quote from DealMayhem :
Here is some basic information on Samsung phones:
  1. S25 models are top of the line and soon S26 line will be released ($600+ range)
  2. A36 and A56 are midrange soon to be replaced by A37 and A57 ($300 range)
  3. A17 5G became available in the US last month and is the low end phone ($200 range)
  4. A07 is the bottom low end phone also released last month ($100 range)
  5. Z7 foldable line, those will have more options soon are are in $1500+ range.
Prices are without carrier subsidies. They will give you some of these nearly free with contract.
Dang they offer a phone even slower than the A17 no wonder never heard of the A07 🤣
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Jan 31, 2026 05:55 PM
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Mono141Jan 31, 2026 05:55 PM
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Quote from lou2004 :
can you recommend a good cheap phone for kids?
The moto g stylus 2025 is the better phone with better soc and charging
Jan 31, 2026 05:56 PM
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Mono141Jan 31, 2026 05:56 PM
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Quote from pelo :
No go using on T-Mobile without unlock, right?
It needs a year to unlock. It won't work on T-Mobile. I already tried mint and T-Mobile.
Jan 31, 2026 05:58 PM
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AquaRain1877Jan 31, 2026 05:58 PM
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Quote from Peerless_Warrior :
4GB RAM. So expected. Even Moto G phones have 8gb nowadays.
Moto G too 4gb ram unless referring to useless ram boost
Jan 31, 2026 06:59 PM
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slugbugJan 31, 2026 06:59 PM
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Samsung Exynos 1330 nanoreview cpu 30 gaming 11 antutu 10 438,848 geekbench 6 2,128
Feb 01, 2026 03:05 AM
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Peerless_WarriorFeb 01, 2026 03:05 AM
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Quote from AquaRain1877 :
Moto G too 4gb ram unless referring to useless ram boost
G Power, Stylus. I forgot "Moto G" was its own model.
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Feb 01, 2026 03:11 AM
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DealMayhem
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Feb 01, 2026 03:11 AM
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Quote from daveangel :
Dang they offer a phone even slower than the A17 no wonder never heard of the A07 🤣
Yes, Amazon will sell you A07 for $134, but it is 4G only. They claim it is AI compatible, go figure. I think my 50 year old hammer is AI compatible too. https://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Co...r=8-1&th=1
Feb 01, 2026 03:28 PM
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blinksteenFeb 01, 2026 03:28 PM
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Quote from misel00 :
Any other phones that may be around the same price total but better then the A17?
As others mentioned, you get more performance from similar-priced Motorola's, but one big downside is a lack of security updates. Samsung offers 6 years of security updates, Motorola offers 3. A 2025 Motorola stops getting security updates in January 2028.

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Feb 01, 2026 07:10 PM
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Quote from blinksteen :

As others mentioned, you get more performance from similar-priced Motorola's, but one big downside is a lack of security updates. Samsung offers 6 years of security updates, Motorola offers 3. A 2025 Motorola stops getting security updates in January 2028.
Motorola also gives you zero to two Android OS updates. Samsung gives you six.
However, most people will update their phone in 2-3 years as the battery cannot hold much charge after about 1000 charging cycles. This is one thing most people don't realize.

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