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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 26, 2026 4:54 PM
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hellonwheelzFeb 26, 2026 4:54 PM
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Quote from RelaxedPenguin2752 View quoted comment :
Years ago, iPhone 6 plus 7 plus I once changed a screen . I was actually pretty proud I could do it considering I never did anything like that before. I should have known it's much more difficult now than before lol .
the tools and instructions are better, so it's harder but not impossible. I'm a fan of the 13, but a 14 has more ram (4 vs 6) plus the satellite and crash detection. And the 16e (what I use) is also not expensive, compared to a new apple screen repair for your phone. It's basically an iPhone Air with better battery life and slightly worse features (to me). I think crickets deal would unlock in 6 reasonable costing months.
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Feb 26, 2026 4:56 PM
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blueman2Feb 26, 2026 4:56 PM
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Quote from Kraken09 View quoted comment :
I had my recent port go through. Received the phone and it's activated. Getting text and able to make calls.

The only issue I am having is my Google voice app is still getting voicemails? Do I have to remove the number from the Google voice app now that the port is done?
DO NOT DELETE NUMBER FROM GOOGLE VOICE!

If still there then port is not yet complete. Wait or call. Do not delete.
Feb 26, 2026 5:07 PM
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MaroonSeed4189Feb 26, 2026 5:07 PM
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Quote from Kraken09 View quoted comment :
I'm glad I asked. I was about to delete it. Thanks.
You may need to call the port-in line to have them manually confirm the transfer, had to do it with mine.

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Feb 26, 2026 5:27 PM
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azdarenFeb 26, 2026 5:27 PM
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Is everyone just activating the phone and then cancelling service right after?
Feb 26, 2026 5:32 PM
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slick_dealinFeb 26, 2026 5:32 PM
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Quote from MaroonSeed4189 View quoted comment :
You may need to call the port-in line to have them manually confirm the transfer, had to do it with mine.

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Thanks. I had to call and they completed the port process. It "appeared" like it worked before but they pushed it along. As others have mentioned, with GV you get an immediate email when the port completes.
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Feb 26, 2026 5:33 PM
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stridhiryu03Feb 26, 2026 5:33 PM
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"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."

Never ordered any phones or lines from metropcs and tried to get a iphone 13 with 55 dollar plan but got that message. I try it again every couple of days and keep getting the same message. Tried my home internet and mobile internet but same thing. I tried calling their support today to see what's going on and they put me on hold for about 10 mins before hanging up. This just reinforces never getting metropcs if trying to sign up for service is this bad.
Feb 26, 2026 5:42 PM
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hpham_53Feb 26, 2026 5:42 PM
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Quote from azdaren View quoted comment :
Is everyone just activating the phone and then cancelling service right after?
What benefits do you hope to get by doing that? You won't get any refund for unused service days. Keep the line alive for the 1st month you already paid for and you might be able to order additional phones or tablets, watches. Autopay is off by default. The account will be cancelled automatically after 30 days if you don't pay for the 2nd month.
Last edited by hpham_53 February 26, 2026 at 09:45 AM.

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Feb 26, 2026 5:43 PM
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slick_dealinFeb 26, 2026 5:43 PM
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Quote from hieroler View quoted comment :
Anyone ordering 2nd or 3rd device using GV successful the last day or two? I think they may have put in a fix, been trying everything I can think of but number still getting shut out.
No luck from me (trying to add to same account). Tried immediately after port-out was complete. Maybe I'll try from a different ip address like some others have mentioned.
Feb 26, 2026 5:44 PM
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azdarenFeb 26, 2026 5:44 PM
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Quote from Necro0218 View quoted comment :
Yes you can.
Can i just cancel immediately, or do i have to wait to the exact last day of my 1st months service to cancel?

Thanks
Feb 26, 2026 5:51 PM
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azdarenFeb 26, 2026 5:51 PM
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Quote from hpham_53 View quoted comment :
What benefits do you hope to get by doing that? You won't get any refund for unused service days. Keep the line alive for the 1st month you already paid for and you might be able to order additional phones or tablets, watches. Autopay is off by default. The account will be cancelled automatically after 30 days if you don't pay for the 2nd month.
Got it thanks, this makes sense.
Feb 26, 2026 5:54 PM
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4dealsFeb 26, 2026 5:54 PM
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I ported GV and got my IP13 . Just activated it. Now when I try to add a new line for watch or another phone , its giving:


You're not eligible to add a new line.

To learn more and explore further options, contact us at 1-888-8-METRO-8.

Can someone help me ?
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Feb 26, 2026 5:58 PM
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PurpleHorn832
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Quote from leiff View quoted comment :
Just successfully placed order with Port from Google Voice number for iPhone 13 for $55. It's been a little under year since my last Metro iPhone 13 purchase which should unlock soon. I used my same address and name, new CC though. After I get my first line I can get additional lines with additional discount like I did last year I'm guessing. safe to use my same CC for more lines? Worst case scenario I should be able to flip these in one year for profit on Marketplace
same experience, except my last two iPhones were from November 2024. Same address, different first name, different cc but the name on the card and billing address same. Was able to order 2nd phone right after the google voice port was completed(1st phone) manually. So I think you might be able to get a 2nd.
Feb 26, 2026 6:00 PM
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jazyjeFeb 26, 2026 6:00 PM
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Once I get the phone and cancel the service within 30 days can I immediately take this iphone 13 and turn it in as trade-in phone with another carrier? Or do I need to wait 1 year before I can trade this phone in anywhere? TIA
Feb 26, 2026 6:07 PM
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AmusedMaid716Feb 26, 2026 6:07 PM
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When i entered my helium mobile number, the price changed to $199 not $0. anyone ahd this happen to them?

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pippypoppyFeb 26, 2026 6:10 PM
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Quote from jazyje View quoted comment :
Once I get the phone and cancel the service within 30 days can I immediately take this iphone 13 and turn it in as trade-in phone with another carrier? Or do I need to wait 1 year before I can trade this phone in anywhere? TIA
I'd like to know this for sure, too.

I thought you could trade it in immediately, you don't need to wait the 30 days even? Just make sure you don't have it set to autopay so that you can let the metro account cancel on its own, as you may not be able to get back into your account if you send this off before 30 days (if they text you a code to login or anything). Is that right?

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