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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 22, 2026 6:52 PM
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TopSpeed510Feb 22, 2026 6:52 PM
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Anyone know where I can find the account # for GV. I'm in the process completing checkout, I know the pin is the voicemail set up but what's the account # could be find
Feb 22, 2026 6:55 PM
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hpham_53Feb 22, 2026 6:55 PM
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Quote from TopSpeed510 :
Anyone know where I can find the account # for GV. I'm in the process completing checkout, I know the pin is the voicemail set up but what's the account # could be find
Your GV phone number is the account number.
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Feb 22, 2026 7:06 PM
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ShawnL7452Feb 22, 2026 7:06 PM
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trying to use GV and got this error when porting in my number:

Sorry, we couldn't reserve your number.
We're weren't able to connect with your carrier to get your number reserved. Please continue with a new number, or visit a store to complete your number transfer. Promotions may vary in-store.
Feb 22, 2026 8:05 PM
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TopSpeed510Feb 22, 2026 8:05 PM
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Can I cancel the plan right after I receive the phone and get charge the $55 for 1st ?
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Feb 22, 2026 8:11 PM
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david61983Feb 22, 2026 8:11 PM
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What happens if I never activate and complete the port in before trading into Google? Would there be any charge back from Metro?
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Feb 22, 2026 8:13 PM
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rastatechFeb 22, 2026 8:13 PM
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Quote from PowerfulName4771 :
I can't even complete a single order. The first order itself didn't work. Tried with both me and other members of the household. Just get an error at the last step "Please contact us to complete your order. Your security is important to us. Unfortunately can't complete your order online.".
Trying to transfer a google voice number which is unlocked. Tried from different computers and browsers.
Any idea on what could be causing this? Thanks.
Placing Metro orders is a bit like spinning a wheel of fortune. You just never know. Visible numbers worked best for me before. Sometimes a new IP address can help. Try to enter a new MAC address in the WAN settings of your router (not the modem) and reboot 1-2. You'll likely get a new IP address from your ISP.
Feb 22, 2026 8:23 PM
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EconThugFeb 22, 2026 8:23 PM
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Can a number from Helium Mobile's free plan be ported into Metro to get this iPhone?

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Feb 22, 2026 8:46 PM
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MarathiFeb 22, 2026 8:46 PM
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Quote from rastatech :
Placing Metro orders is a bit like spinning a wheel of fortune. You just never know. Visible numbers worked best for me before. Sometimes a new IP address can help. Try to enter a new MAC address in the WAN settings of your router (not the modem) and reboot 1-2. You'll likely get a new IP address from your ISP.
It's all about billing address!!!
Feb 22, 2026 9:18 PM
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TopSpeed510Feb 22, 2026 9:18 PM
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Cancel after receive phone ?
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Feb 22, 2026 9:20 PM
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Kraken09Feb 22, 2026 9:20 PM
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Quote from EconThug :
Can a number from Helium Mobile's free plan be ported into Metro to get this iPhone?
They are a TMobile MVNO so you can't use that number for this deal.
Feb 22, 2026 10:35 PM
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INeedSpeedFeb 22, 2026 10:35 PM
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Quote from swstates :
If it automatically unlocks after 6 months I'm going for it. Thanks so much for all the comments, which were really useful.
If you mean the phone then it's 1 year to unlock.
Feb 22, 2026 11:11 PM
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ElatedString650Feb 22, 2026 11:11 PM
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did they completely lock the ability to port using google voice number now? after i got my first one, it has been impossible for me to do a second one. i used the same credit card, didn't work, called in and they did it and said my credit card declined. then i had to get patched over to porting for them to remove it. i did it immediately after with a new credit card and it completely lock me out in the account from adding new line. then i called and they said it was due to a porting issue so they removed it and it went back to normal on the site. then i went to the store and they said it cost 100 for the phone. then i went home and did it again with a new credit card and it told me to call in again. i was dreaming and salivating on doing it 3 time to get a free apple watch but now it's f ed. anyone got a solution?
Feb 22, 2026 11:13 PM
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ElatedString650Feb 22, 2026 11:13 PM
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Quote from Marathi :
It's all about billing address!!!
are you talking about creating an entirely new account or adding a line? i could create a new account, i never had metro before but after that i could never add another line to get another free phone.
Feb 22, 2026 11:34 PM
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ElatedString650Feb 22, 2026 11:34 PM
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Quote from jefferyh :
After wasting one hour yesterday and TWO hours today on the phone, I can attest that agents most likely won't do better. I think they're not informed of whatever security measures implemented nor do they have the ability to override them. Unless you're a completely new customer to Metro, it's useless to call. If you can order more than 3, consider yourself lucky.
more than 3? i cant even get my second one.

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Feb 22, 2026 11:36 PM
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ElatedString650Feb 22, 2026 11:36 PM
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Quote from fyah_king :
My 2nd and 3rd one were gv. my order went through with no problem. I stay off Wi-Fi when ordering.
i dont understand why wifi even matters. you're adding a line, why would it have to be for yourself, it can be for anyone in your family. why even set up this offer and then gate it off like this when people try to add a line.

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