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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

$685

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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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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 2:21 PM
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verydryiceFeb 16, 2026 2:21 PM
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Quote from wendyeldon :
i paid the $5.25 and got email with a sim number

then how to proceed after that?
I used my Motorola G 5G to activate the eSim, which will give you a phone number. Then I logged on to the lycaMobile site with the phone number as login id, and lycaMobile will use 2-factor authentication, ie send a code through the phone SMS service to login. I fiddled around with changing the password, but it always complained some issue with the new password, so I gave up on changing the password. Then on the dashboard there is an account and PIN number, which I remember is on the bottom right corner of the summary box, which should be on the top of the web page, probably needing another 2-factor authentication through the SMS. Using the account number, which is not your phone number, the pin, and the zip code I registered with, apply to the Metro port-in page. Waiting a couple minutes and it went through. I also received a termination message on my phone when it was finally through.
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Feb 16, 2026 2:54 PM
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link626Feb 16, 2026 2:54 PM
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Quote from jacure :
Yes, it is. I just ported 2 numbers from my gv to Metro this week. Also, ported another gv to T-Mobile using the last four as my pin#. . I've been doing it for the last 4yrs


did you ever set a voicemail pin number?

maybe both methods work, and your method works if you didn't set a voicemail pin.
Feb 16, 2026 3:19 PM
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ramblerFWFeb 16, 2026 3:19 PM
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Ordered Saturday 2PM eastern; no shipping email yet.

EDIT - got the email about 48 hours after ordering. Got the phone 4 days after ordering.
Last edited by ramblerFW February 18, 2026 at 12:13 PM.
Feb 16, 2026 3:29 PM
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jacureFeb 16, 2026 3:29 PM
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Quote from link626 :



did you ever set a voicemail pin number?

maybe both methods work, and your method works if you didn't set a voicemail pin.
I only set up text and calls to gv.
Feb 16, 2026 3:30 PM
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jacureFeb 16, 2026 3:30 PM
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Quote from ShrewdSnow237 :
On the Metro page it says free when bringing your number, but when I check my Tello or GV number it changes to $199 for the phone?
Try without WiFi? My orders went through when I turn WiFi off.
Feb 16, 2026 4:31 PM
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tagm1001Feb 16, 2026 4:31 PM
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Based on previous deals.. anyone know how long this deal is likely to run for? (i.e. end of the month?)
Also, if I port in a number I want to use/keep. After the 30 days (or even before), can I port it back out to a cheaper MVNO (i.e. Mint or Visible)? Would the phone still unlock after 365 days if I do this?
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Feb 16, 2026 4:47 PM
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Redragon.Feb 16, 2026 4:47 PM
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How can this be 91% off? No way and iPhone 13 Base is $600
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Feb 16, 2026 5:07 PM
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jacureFeb 16, 2026 5:07 PM
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Quote from Redragon. :
How can this be 91% off? No way and iPhone 13 Base is $600
Inflation.lol
Feb 16, 2026 5:16 PM
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roberthhidFeb 16, 2026 5:16 PM
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Quote from tagm1001 :
Based on previous deals.. anyone know how long this deal is likely to run for? (i.e. end of the month?)
Also, if I port in a number I want to use/keep. After the 30 days (or even before), can I port it back out to a cheaper MVNO (i.e. Mint or Visible)? Would the phone still unlock after 365 days if I do this?
In the past I ported out my number before completing a month and iPhone still unlocked.
Feb 16, 2026 5:27 PM
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seiromemFeb 16, 2026 5:27 PM
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I keep receiving the message "Sorry, we couldn't reserve your number?". Anyone found a work around it?
Feb 16, 2026 5:46 PM
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JailBreakerFeb 16, 2026 5:46 PM
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Quote from seiromem :
I keep receiving the message "Sorry, we couldn't reserve your number?". Anyone found a work around it?
I had the same issue, I contacted the customer care and was able to place an order yesterday night. I ported GV. He mentioned the error was because of I was trying to setup a pin which had my street number. Good luck.
Feb 16, 2026 5:50 PM
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JailBreakerFeb 16, 2026 5:50 PM
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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
Feb 16, 2026 5:58 PM
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SmilingMangoFeb 16, 2026 5:58 PM
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BEWARE: I just tried to get this deal. I filled out all of the information online, even my credit card info and port out info. I have never used Metro before. When I got to the end to complete the sale, I got the message that I had to call in. I called in and after a back and forth with the Metro rep AND straight talk to release the number, I gave my credit card information over the phone, the rep (Luis) all of a sudden started mentioning that he's worried my credit card wont go through because i have a "#" in my address. I thought that was odd that he was already identifying a problem before even trying the transaction. Sure enough, he puts me on multiple holds to try the transactions and after about 3 "tries", he finally comes on and says his manager identified a "glitch" with the promo and that it's currently not available and thats why my transaction couldnt go through. He offered solutions like I could buy another iphone (16 - for more $) or an android. Luis then transferred me to a supervisor who was incredibly rude. Supervisor (Chero?) tells me there is no port out request and that they cannot help me with purchasing the phone because it is only an online deal. I told Chero I started online, but online directed me to call to complete the transaction. Chero said theres nothing they can do. I should have believed all the online warnings about Metro by Tmobile being a shady company. So somewhere out there "Luis" has all my credit card information. smh.
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Feb 16, 2026 6:14 PM
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NateN8140Feb 16, 2026 6:14 PM
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Quote from seiromem :
I keep receiving the message "Sorry, we couldn't reserve your number?". Anyone found a work around it?
Only way is to call them. I called and they were able to manually process the order, there was no wait time but, the call was really lengthy as they are required to read you disclosures from t-mobile. Unfortunately, just like any other client services reps, some are good, but most of them are terrible. I just happen to get a good one.
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Feb 16, 2026 6:24 PM
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FatSmurfFeb 16, 2026 6:24 PM
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I was able to successfully order this deal and got an order confirmation. However, when I try to login to my account I enter my phone number and then try to enter my PIN# but it doesn't let it go through.
Anyone able to access their account after ordering this?

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