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expiredlxtng posted Feb 12, 2026 5:01 PM

Select Customers: Metro by T-Mobile 128GB Apple iPhone 13 (Locked) + 1-Mo. Service

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w/ Number Port-In + Free S/Hat Metro by T-Mobile
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Update: This popular deal is still available for most; however, some users may not be able to add the deice to cart (trying a different web browser/device is recommended, but not guaranteed to work).

Metro by T-Mobile offers its 128GB Apple iPhone 13 5G Smartphone (Midnight, Locked) for Free when purchased together with 1-Month of their $55/ Month Unlimited Prepaid Plan when you join Metro, Add a Line to Your Existing Metro account, or Port Your Existing Phone Number. Shipping is free.

Thanks to community member lxtng for finding this deal.
  • Note: Plan costs $55 for the first month and $50/month with AutoPay (optional). You must join Metro on a $55/ Month Plan or higher to qualify for the free device.
Specs:
  • 6.1" 2532x1170 Super Retina XDR OLED Touchscreen Display
  • A15 Bionic Chipset
  • 4GB RAM
  • 128GB Internal Storage
  • Advanced Dual-Camera System
  • 5G Connectivity
  • Smart HDR 4
  • IP68 Water Resistance
  • Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 w/ Bluetooth 5.0
  • Supports MagSafe Accessories
  • Apple iOS 15 (upgradable to latest iOS 18 update)
Unlocking:
  • Currently, device will unlock after 365 days from the date of plan activation. No need to pay for additional service after first month/initial activation (see unlock policy). Note that terms may be subject to change at any time.

Editor's Notes

Written by RevOne | Staff
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
  • Existing customers adding a line will need to be on an eligible plan to get this offer.
  • If you 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.
  • Applicable sales tax applies.
  • Offer valid for a limited time only or while supplies last.

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Written by lxtng
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Update: This popular deal is still available for most; however, some users may not be able to add the deice to cart (trying a different web browser/device is recommended, but not guaranteed to work).

Metro by T-Mobile offers its 128GB Apple iPhone 13 5G Smartphone (Midnight, Locked) for Free when purchased together with 1-Month of their $55/ Month Unlimited Prepaid Plan when you join Metro, Add a Line to Your Existing Metro account, or Port Your Existing Phone Number. Shipping is free.

Thanks to community member lxtng for finding this deal.
  • Note: Plan costs $55 for the first month and $50/month with AutoPay (optional). You must join Metro on a $55/ Month Plan or higher to qualify for the free device.
Specs:
  • 6.1" 2532x1170 Super Retina XDR OLED Touchscreen Display
  • A15 Bionic Chipset
  • 4GB RAM
  • 128GB Internal Storage
  • Advanced Dual-Camera System
  • 5G Connectivity
  • Smart HDR 4
  • IP68 Water Resistance
  • Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 w/ Bluetooth 5.0
  • Supports MagSafe Accessories
  • Apple iOS 15 (upgradable to latest iOS 18 update)
Unlocking:
  • Currently, device will unlock after 365 days from the date of plan activation. No need to pay for additional service after first month/initial activation (see unlock policy). Note that terms may be subject to change at any time.

Editor's Notes

Written by RevOne | Staff
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
  • Existing customers adding a line will need to be on an eligible plan to get this offer.
  • If you 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.
  • Applicable sales tax applies.
  • Offer valid for a limited time only or while supplies last.

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Written by lxtng

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roberthhid
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Ok your account number is just your GV phone number and your pin is your "call to listen" pin that you set up in the settings of GV. You first have to pay $3 to unlock the GV number.
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LILLYS_CLOSET
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Porting and failed attempts to order the phone. FYI if you go through the last step and Metro reserved the number you are porting in. But you failed, their payment screen and your order did not go through. Be advised that that number(s) that you attempted to port (no atter how many different phone numbers) are locked in Metro Port Reservation. YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO USE THAT NUMBER to process new order using that same # until you call Metro and ask to be transferred over to the porting department and ask them to delete the port. You will also not be able to port it anywhere else until they delete the port reservation. So, all you folks that tried to process a zillion orders after your initial order failed it will never work (even if you fix why your payment didn't go through) until YOU CALL METRO to fix your PORT. With all that said the port dept will want to verify you and the easiest way is for them to send you a SMS to your metro phone so your you don't have a Metro phone working well welcome to the struggle bus have a seat and relax your gong to be on the phone with Metro for some time. Please know this address multiple attempts at porting the same phone number not all the other reasons orders fail on the payment screen. All I can say on that one is , Don't use VPN, don't use discover, don't use a virtual number, wait 48 not 24 hours for your last order attempt to clear out of their system and if you are a religious person…pray

The short version, you must call Metro to make sure any/all the number(s) you are porting over that previously succeed Port Reservation but failed Payment are not locked now to metro reservation once locked to metro they will not work with a new order or another wireless company. This deal is killing me softly, now I remember why I avoided Metro for so long
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resuds
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Since google voice and visible won't work anymore, what's the cheapest way to port in for metro nowadays?

EDIT: after reading the comments on this thread, I see that many people are reporting that a google voice number can be ported over to metro again (like the good old days).
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Feb 13, 2026 2:22 AM
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link626Feb 13, 2026 2:22 AM
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with this iphone deal, everyone who bought motorola G phones recently from Metro got ripped off eh?
Feb 13, 2026 2:25 AM
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jimx200Feb 13, 2026 2:25 AM
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Quote from Frank_Nitty :
Guess you hadn't gotten the memo when T-Mobile changed their policy to extend their lock period from 6-months to 1-year.
40 days postpaid if paid off and 14 days with $100. in refills for prepaid.
Unlock eligibility for mobile devices on Prepaid plans

"At least 365 days must have passed since the device was activated on the T Mobile network.
If the device was activated less than 365 days ago, then the Prepaid account associated with the device must have had more than $100 in refills during that period for each line active on the account. In addition, more than 14 days must have passed since the device was purchased.
No more than 2 mobile device unlocks have been complete per line of service in the last 12 months.
T‑Mobile may request proof of purchase or additional information in its discretion and certain other exceptions may apply".
Feb 13, 2026 2:55 AM
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Samwise GamgeeFeb 13, 2026 2:55 AM
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This or iPhone 16e deal? Why spec so low, compared to Android phones? 4GB ram? 6.1 screen? I guess $55 is cheapest noob can get for iPhone.
Feb 13, 2026 3:00 AM
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crazycoolFeb 13, 2026 3:00 AM
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Quote from Samwise Gamgee :
This or iPhone 16e deal? Why spec so low, compared to Android phones? 4GB ram? 6.1 screen? I guess $55 is cheapest noob can get for iPhone.
You never have iPhone or Apple products? Look at their MacBook, the specs is lower than most windows laptop, but it run faster and better, same for iPhone.
Feb 13, 2026 3:04 AM
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franzcatchFeb 13, 2026 3:04 AM
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This is definitely a patience deal since it takes a year to unlock...
Feb 13, 2026 3:06 AM
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markng25Feb 13, 2026 3:06 AM
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Quote from gitugiri2k :
Like clockwork...got it on Feb 15 last year. Still waiting to see if that gets unlocked in next few days, before I buy another one Smilie. Anyone else in the same boat waiting for unlock? Did it unlock automatically or you had to call them to unlock?
It will automatically unlocked after 1 year.
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Feb 13, 2026 3:07 AM
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Samwise GamgeeFeb 13, 2026 3:07 AM
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Anyone doing this and the G Stylus 2025 deal?

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Feb 13, 2026 3:08 AM
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axmanFeb 13, 2026 3:08 AM
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I don't understand why this became a front‑page deal. This phone was a good deal last year, but this year it's not as appealing — it won't even be unlockable until next year, and by then it'll already be outdated compared to the rest of the market.
I did get two iphone 13s from metro and visible one year ago. It was good deal to me but now hesitate to jump in
Last edited by axman February 12, 2026 at 07:13 PM.
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Feb 13, 2026 3:13 AM
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Samwise GamgeeFeb 13, 2026 3:13 AM
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Quote from crazycool :
You never have iPhone or Apple products? Look at their MacBook, the specs is lower than most windows laptop, but it run faster and better, same for iPhone.
Noob. First Apple device: iPad Air, 7th gen, M3. Yes, it is excellent. Pricey.
Feb 13, 2026 3:15 AM
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SaleShockedFeb 13, 2026 3:15 AM
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With multiple users receiving the same order failure at the port in detail verification step. Suspect that that it is a sign of inventory issues, as its been in the past. Tomorrow either the phone will go "Only available in store" or "Out of Stock" then come back in stock sometime after the weekend.
Feb 13, 2026 3:15 AM
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Samwise GamgeeFeb 13, 2026 3:15 AM
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Quote from axman :
I don't understand why this became a front‑page deal. This phone was a good deal last year, but this year it's not as appealing — it won't even be unlockable until next year, and by then it'll already be outdated compared to the rest of the market.
I did get two iphone 13s from metro and visible one year ago. It was good deal to me but now hesitate to jump in
I'm guessing cause it's cheap for an Apple device.
The other, is the Metro, iPhone 16e deal for $155 w/ require port-in.
Last edited by Samwise Gamgee February 12, 2026 at 07:17 PM.
Feb 13, 2026 3:34 AM
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octonesFeb 13, 2026 3:34 AM
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Quote from axman :
I don't understand why this became a front‑page deal. This phone was a good deal last year, but this year it's not as appealing — it won't even be unlockable until next year, and by then it'll already be outdated compared to the rest of the market. I did get two iphone 13s from metro and visible one year ago. It was good deal to me but now hesitate to jump in
Because I can get a phone for $55 that I can then trade in for $600+.
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BeigeStew7045Feb 13, 2026 3:34 AM
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Quote from axman :
I don't understand why this became a front‑page deal. This phone was a good deal last year, but this year it's not as appealing — it won't even be unlockable until next year, and by then it'll already be outdated compared to the rest of the market.
I did get two iphone 13s from metro and visible one year ago. It was good deal to me but now hesitate to jump in
Because you can buy the phone for $55 and then bring it into the apple store and trade it in for a $180 apple gift card. Where else can you get a $180 apple gift card for $55?
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Feb 13, 2026 3:51 AM
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KCKSFeb 13, 2026 3:51 AM
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I did Moto Razor deal several month ago, will I still be able do this? metro block the address for a certain time before if you reach the maximum orders. don't know how long? anybody know this? thanks

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Feb 13, 2026 4:08 AM
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Lara212Feb 13, 2026 4:08 AM
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Quote from octones :
Because I can get a phone for $55 that I can then trade in for $600+.
Bs. Who's giving you $600+ trade in value for this phone lol
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