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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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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 20, 2026 8:11 PM
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Tazmania99
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Feb 20, 2026 8:11 PM
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Just curious. Why do we need to lie about the porting # is from a landline?

Quote from FuschiaMaid115 :
Yes, i also ported from GV. I had to call the port(1-800-518-7529) dept but a 5 minute phone call and they fixed it. Make sure you mention the porting # is from a "landline"
Feb 20, 2026 8:16 PM
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MuddyAzianFeb 20, 2026 8:16 PM
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Quote from echip :
I activated my phone, able to text and call. Now I am trying to login my Metro account, enter my phone number. But got an error message:

"Sorry, but we were unable to save your changes. Please try again."

It has been 2 hours after I activated my phone, still can't login.
Any idea why?
I got the same issue. I called Metro, and they were able to activate my new phone, with no problems. I ported in a GV number, but they didn't ask me any questions about the number I'm porting in. It took about 10 mins and was painless. I called 1-888-8 METRO 8

After that, I can log into the account on a web browser.
Feb 20, 2026 8:18 PM
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ramblerFWFeb 20, 2026 8:18 PM
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Quote from Tazmania99 :
Just curious. Why do we need to lie about the porting # is from a landline?
It's not a lie. GV numbers are not wireless numbers.
Feb 20, 2026 8:20 PM
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jellysandwichFeb 20, 2026 8:20 PM
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Quote from Tazmania99 :
Just curious. Why do we need to lie about the porting # is from a landline?
it's not a lie. gvoice is considered a voip/landline, so there are technical differences in how they process the port
Feb 20, 2026 8:21 PM
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jefferyhFeb 20, 2026 8:21 PM
577 Comments
After getting the dreaded "call us..." message trying to make a third order (on 13, or Samsung watch when it was in stock) for more than a dozen times, I finally decided to call that number - it lasted a bit over a half an hour!
I'm not 100% certain if the order went though. I got an order number from the agent when she finished, but it's not recognized in their system. I haven't received an email notification either.
However, when I logged into my account via the mobile app, there was a place-holder line with the number I just ported in and the add-a-line option was no longer available either.
If the third order succeeds, I'll try a fourth one. According to the iPhone 13 promo terms and conditions, you can get deals up to 4 lines (the fourth line would be $10 only - if it works). But I really hope the Samsung will be in stock again.
Feb 20, 2026 8:26 PM
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MarathiFeb 20, 2026 8:26 PM
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No cookie for me !
"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."
Feb 20, 2026 9:08 PM
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volyblmnFeb 20, 2026 9:08 PM
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Ugh. First line went through without a hitch. Activated last night no problem. Tried to add a second line today and got that stupid "call us" message. Chat agent couldn't help. Called in and they couldn't help. They claim they're getting a "port limit request reached" error. Google support says they see the request to port out, "just wait 48 hours". Not sure how that's going to work when the damn Metro order won't go through.

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Feb 20, 2026 9:10 PM
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volyblmnFeb 20, 2026 9:10 PM
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Quote from LILLYS_CLOSET :
You need to call metro ask to speak to the porting dept and ask them to complete your port. Regular CS cant do this for you only the metro port dept.
I'm stuck in a do-loop though. Order won't go through, and sales can't initiate the port. Porting dept says they can only help with a port after the order goes through. Ugh.
Feb 20, 2026 9:14 PM
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BravePenguin9937Feb 20, 2026 9:14 PM
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How many Iphone 13 can you get under 1 account?
Feb 20, 2026 9:16 PM
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SlickDealirFeb 20, 2026 9:16 PM
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Sadly, got the security message on mine too. Port was through Google Voice, and I have ordered a few handsets from them over the years, so perhaps they know me too well. Tried twice, gonna not bother calling, but it looks like they didn't grab the number since the port wasn't automatic.
They placed a hold, both transactions were refunded.
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Feb 20, 2026 9:19 PM
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jacureFeb 20, 2026 9:19 PM
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Quote from BravePenguin9937 :
How many Iphone 13 can you get under 1 account?
3, three
Feb 20, 2026 10:30 PM
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hierolerFeb 20, 2026 10:30 PM
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Got the iphone 13 using GV number, activated it online. Said it activated. 2 days later the number seems as if it still hasn't ported as it can't receive incoming calls (goes to GV message). Called Metro on 800 number and they had me do a OTP last night, that worked and they said port was complete. Today same thing, still doesn't seem like the port went through as I still can't take incoming calls. Also haven't gotten the Gmail confirmation of port out message. Anyone else had this happen?
Feb 20, 2026 10:43 PM
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GreenStove7257Feb 20, 2026 10:43 PM
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Anyone has any idea which VCC or prepaid card will work here?
Feb 20, 2026 10:52 PM
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pulikarthiFeb 20, 2026 10:52 PM
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Quote from hieroler :
Got the iphone 13 using GV number, activated it online. Said it activated. 2 days later the number seems as if it still hasn't ported as it can't receive incoming calls (goes to GV message). Called Metro on 800 number and they had me do a OTP last night, that worked and they said port was complete. Today same thing, still doesn't seem like the port went through as I still can't take incoming calls. Also haven't gotten the Gmail confirmation of port out message. Anyone else had this happen?
yes. same thing is happening for me. OTP is coming in metro iphone but GV is still active.

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Feb 20, 2026 10:53 PM
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CharlesPDXFeb 20, 2026 10:53 PM
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Do Metro phones need to have 12 months of continuous paid service to unlock? Their policy only states that the device will unlock "Three hundred sixty-five (365) days must have passed since the device's activation date", but say nothing about the device having to be active on their plan for the entire duration of the year. Also, could I just activate it on metro and pay that first month, and then take it over to Mint (same parent company/network, T-Mobile)?

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