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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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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 16, 2026 3:57 AM
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JailBreakerFeb 16, 2026 3:57 AM
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Can any one please suggest which one is better to order : Samsung Tablet or watch?

Watch is $245 on amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D1YQK...&camp=1789

Tablet is $119 on Costco: https://www.costco.com/p/-/samsun...4000234494
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Feb 16, 2026 4:07 AM
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luckydog97Feb 16, 2026 4:07 AM
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Quote from Roy167 :

So metro phone should work with T-mobile even during the one year period before the phone would unlock fully? correct?
No. A metro SIM may work in a T-Mobile branded phone, but T-Mobile SIM likely won't work in a metro branded device.
Feb 16, 2026 4:07 AM
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LILLYS_CLOSETFeb 16, 2026 4:07 AM
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Quote from HappyBorder3058 :
By the time people receive their phones, that trade in value will expire. This thread is being hyped up for no reason. Good phone to just keep in drawer, but no potential for flipping for profit and things like that.
Phone delivery is in 2 business days you have 15 days to ship your phone back when you start a trade it…i hear you but its doable You profit would be $125 per phone less the cost of sourcing a number to be ported. With a ,max of 4 if you could get them all in that would be a profit of $500.00 on a apple gift card not taking into account your cost for securing a phone number to be ported x 4.
Last edited by LILLYS_CLOSET February 15, 2026 at 08:24 PM.
Feb 16, 2026 4:09 AM
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ltjFeb 16, 2026 4:09 AM
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Quote from ustsanpablo :
I tried lyca mobile but it keeps failing on the port out part. I'll try again tomorrow, because after the port out fails the number is locked for a certain number of hours before you can try porting out again.
I just tried with the new Lyca number and was able to see "Congratulations. Your number was reserved." page. However, after I clicked "Place your order" I was told my security was important. Will calling that Metro 888 number do any help?
Edit: I ended up calling Metro and the representative asked for a different credit card and the order went through finally. It's a 30 minutes call.
Last edited by ltj February 15, 2026 at 08:48 PM.
Feb 16, 2026 4:12 AM
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Necro0218Feb 16, 2026 4:12 AM
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Quote from Roy167 :

Ok thanks and good point. Which carriers the Metro phone can work with in 1 year period before it will fully carrier unlock?
The carrier lock feature on a Metro phone is, of course, designed to be used only with Metro.
Feb 16, 2026 4:18 AM
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Necro0218Feb 16, 2026 4:18 AM
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Quote from HappyBorder3058 :
By the time people receive their phones, that trade in value will expire. This thread is being hyped up for no reason. Good phone to just keep in drawer, but no potential for flipping for profit and things like that.
Are you aware that the Apple Trade In value for the iPhone 12 is $110? Because of this deal, do you think the iPhone 13 will end up having a lower trade-in value than the iPhone 12?
Feb 16, 2026 4:27 AM
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Lara212Feb 16, 2026 4:27 AM
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Quote from Necro0218 :
Are you aware that the Apple Trade In value for the iPhone 12 is $110? Because of this deal, do you think the iPhone 13 will end up having a lower trade-in value than the iPhone 12?
I think Apple won't issue $180 trade in GCs for this phone once the 17e is released midweek. Also if $110-$55 if worth your time to go thru all the hassles with ordering thru Metropcs, then good for you
Last edited by Lara212 February 15, 2026 at 08:30 PM.
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Feb 16, 2026 4:29 AM
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Spaceman6969Feb 16, 2026 4:29 AM
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Quote from HappyBorder3058 :
I think Apple won't issue $180 trade in GCs for this phone once the 16e is released midweek. Also if $110-$55 if worth your time to go thru all the hassles with ordering thru Metropcs, then good for you
16e came out last year brah
Feb 16, 2026 4:30 AM
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LILLYS_CLOSETFeb 16, 2026 4:30 AM
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Quote from HappyBorder3058 :
I think Apple won't issue $180 trade in GCs for this phone once the 17e is released midweek. Also if $110-$55 if worth your time to go thru all the hassles with ordering thru Metropcs, then good for you
Just setup initiate your trade in now while its 180...you have 14 days to ship it back to turn it into a apple store once you initate a trade in. Also the 16e was released last year The iPhone 16e, was released on February 28, 2025!
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Feb 16, 2026 4:34 AM
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Necro0218Feb 16, 2026 4:34 AM
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Quote from HappyBorder3058 :
I think Apple won't issue $180 trade in GCs for this phone once the 17e is released midweek. Also if $110-$55 if worth your time to go thru all the hassles with ordering thru Metropcs, then good for you
Last February, Metro also had an iPhone 13 promotion, and just like now, a lot of people participated. As I recall, the offer later dropped from around $250 to $225, but the trade-in value did not drop drastically like you said. I would appreciate it if, next time, you could base your response on actual data rather than speculation.
Feb 16, 2026 4:52 AM
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Mono141Feb 16, 2026 4:52 AM
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Quote from jackrosen :
If I put in my number to port, and never follow up on the port in, will they port me automatically or assign me a new number after a few weeks? (I want the phone, I do not want to port.)
I am Not sure if they might charge you for not porting
Feb 16, 2026 5:06 AM
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Lara212Feb 16, 2026 5:06 AM
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Quote from Necro0218 :
Last February, Metro also had an iPhone 13 promotion, and just like now, a lot of people participated. As I recall, the offer later dropped from around $250 to $225, but the trade-in value did not drop drastically like you said. I would appreciate it if, next time, you could base your response on actual data rather than speculation.
I have information don't need useless historical stats. You won't get $180 GC once 17e gets released Thursday.
Feb 16, 2026 5:17 AM
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Necro0218Feb 16, 2026 5:17 AM
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Quote from HappyBorder3058 :
I have information don't need useless historical stats. You won't get $180 GC once 17e gets released Thursday.
Oh, I thought your information was 16e, but it turned out to be 17e! Then I suppose your information also includes how much the iPhone 13 will drop in price, right? I'll keep an eye on Thursday to see whether the iPhone 13 will fall so much that it won't be worth reselling for any profit at all. lol
Feb 16, 2026 5:28 AM
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curmathewFeb 16, 2026 5:28 AM
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Quote from SarahPier85 :
what is the significance of the zip code? is that for use when signing up with Metro, with a GV number?
It's the zipcode for Google.

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curmathewFeb 16, 2026 5:34 AM
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Quote from ps200901 :
I can't order online, I keep getting
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.
Same issue. Never purchased from Metro before.

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