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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

$55

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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 3:52 PM
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jimx200Feb 13, 2026 3:52 PM
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Quote from golgo1313 :

You do not have to call. But sometimes you need to insert a non-Metro SIM card to "activate." When it handshakes with the Apple server, it will unlock. I don't ever recall the phone going from "locked" to "unlocked" without forcing it...
I've ordered iPhones from Metro, Total, ST and all auto unlocked or with a restart.
Feb 13, 2026 4:00 PM
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if200Feb 13, 2026 4:00 PM
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Quote from golgo1313 :

You do not have to call. But sometimes you need to insert a non-Metro SIM card to "activate." When it handshakes with the Apple server, it will unlock. I don't ever recall the phone going from "locked" to "unlocked" without forcing it...
This is the way. Just did this with one that unlocked in January. Said sim restricted till I put in a t-mobile sim. Restarted and unlocked. The beauty of having a phone with a physical sim card.
Feb 13, 2026 4:00 PM
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Cybert19Feb 13, 2026 4:00 PM
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I am not seeing PREPAID plans
Feb 13, 2026 4:09 PM
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gqukyoFeb 13, 2026 4:09 PM
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Adding a line to my existing Metro acct is only $30 with gvoice port in and I can still get the phone free. Has anyone tried this?
Well, I ordered and ported a gvoice number. Hope there's no issues after I activate. lol
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Feb 13, 2026 4:35 PM
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MiloszMFeb 13, 2026 4:35 PM
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Quote from Mono141 :
Maybe a US mobile number
Us mobile works as long as the phone number is on warp or dark star network. So you can technically open a new line ok warp or dark star and get the pin, cheapest option will cost you like $4.50 for a new number
Feb 13, 2026 4:42 PM
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MaroonFriction520Feb 13, 2026 4:42 PM
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it asked me to call a number or visit a store after I submitted the order
Feb 13, 2026 4:59 PM
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BargainDormammuFeb 13, 2026 4:59 PM
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I couldnt find any comments related to this
But does anyone know if this phone (while it is still locked to Metro) can be used as a trade-in device with t-mobile or any other providers? Has anyone done this before? Thank you!

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Feb 13, 2026 5:27 PM
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shauggyFeb 13, 2026 5:27 PM
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Quote from BargainDormammu :
I couldnt find any comments related to this
But does anyone know if this phone (while it is still locked to Metro) can be used as a trade-in device with t-mobile or any other providers? Has anyone done this before? Thank you!
Yes, I bought an iPhone 12 from Metro and then traded it in to BestBuy for the Pixel 9 maybe a month later. It was still locked to Metro
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Feb 13, 2026 5:30 PM
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if200Feb 13, 2026 5:30 PM
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Quote from Cybert19 :
I am not seeing PREPAID plans
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Feb 13, 2026 5:40 PM
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shauggyFeb 13, 2026 5:40 PM
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If you want to use the phone while you wait for it to unlock, isn't the 16e from Cricket a better deal? Newer phone and only 6mo to unlock instead of 12?
Feb 13, 2026 6:10 PM
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link626Feb 13, 2026 6:10 PM
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Quote from shauggy :
If you want to use the phone while you wait for it to unlock, isn't the 16e from Cricket a better deal? Newer phone and only 6mo to unlock instead of 12?

or you can take part of that monthly fee and buy an RSIM sim unlocker
Feb 13, 2026 6:23 PM
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jackrosenFeb 13, 2026 6:23 PM
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Quote from MiloszM :
Us mobile works as long as the phone number is on warp or dark star network. So you can technically open a new line ok warp or dark star and get the pin, cheapest option will cost you like $4.50 for a new number
Where do you find a $4.50 plan?
Feb 13, 2026 7:03 PM
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SaleShockedFeb 13, 2026 7:03 PM
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Quote from gvm1997 :

I can take one port in eligible verizon# for $5. Please let me know if you still have the number.
Have responded.
Feb 13, 2026 7:19 PM
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sd-1106Feb 13, 2026 7:19 PM
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Quote from dirks7649 :
Tried to enter my Helium free = did not work. Tried entering my google voice = $0.
Please contact us to complete your order.

Your security is important to us. Unfortunately can't complete your order online. Our award-winning Mobile Experts are ready to assist you. Please call us or visit a store to continue.
I tried to use my GV number, it shows successful transfer, but this pop up after I click the "Place the order". Any suggestions？

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Feb 13, 2026 7:21 PM
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sanrouFeb 13, 2026 7:21 PM
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Are Metro phone came pre activated? Also pre enrolled in auto pay?

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