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Select Customers: Metro by T-Mobile 128GB Apple iPhone 13 (Locked) + 1-Mo. Service

w/ Number Port-In + Free S/H

$55

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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.
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
fbueller
8586 Posts
4320 Reputation
For those of you having the fraud screen, do this -

Use a VPN
Different credit card #
Add a fake apartment # to your address (if you live in a house)

This has worked for me in the past.

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Feb 27, 2026 11:44 PM
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countjakeFeb 27, 2026 11:44 PM
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Quote from Zarephath :
Did happen to me... I was using Chase bank (visa). Switched to Apple card (Master Card) and it worked.
Just worked via call-in. Used Visa actually haha
Feb 28, 2026 12:32 AM
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PowerfulName4771Feb 28, 2026 12:32 AM
1,068 Posts
Quote from Zarephath :
Called Customer Service. Was on the line for 1.5 hours before I got hold of a person. Trx was simple and fast. He asked me if the porting is a GV#. I said yes and gave him the acc# & pin. He asked if I tried online to which I said yes but it wouldn't let be port. He did it for me within 5 mins and gave me the order confirmation. Note: Please keep the zip code of the location tied to GV# handy.
Thanks. What was your issue earlier? Was the port failing? Or did you get a security issue at the last step? For me the port check was fine. But on clicking place order, the system blocked me for some reason. I don't know if that can be fixed by the agents by calling in.
Feb 28, 2026 12:51 AM
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eehackrFeb 28, 2026 12:51 AM
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Just so I'm getting this right, purchase the $55/ Month Unlimited Prepaid Plan for 1 month only for $55 (or $50 w/ autopay) and we can cancel the plan afterward. The phone will be locked to the carrier for 1 year but can be unlocked in 365 days without needing it on a plan?

Any issues with using the phone on a different but supported carrier during those first 365 days?
Feb 28, 2026 01:33 AM
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hpham_53Feb 28, 2026 01:33 AM
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Quote from eehackr :
The phone will be locked to the carrier for 1 year but can be unlocked in 365 days without needing it on a plan?

Any issues with using the phone on a different but supported carrier during those first 365 days?
What "different but supported carrier"? It can only work with Metro during the first 365 days.
Feb 28, 2026 01:56 AM
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fx1Feb 28, 2026 01:56 AM
5,374 Posts
If anyone needs the direct number to the portability department, it's 800-518-7519. I've had to call them several times due to my order not going through.
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Feb 28, 2026 02:00 AM
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pippypoppy
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Feb 28, 2026 02:00 AM
4,662 Posts
Why would my order not be shipped yet? It says "order received" and that the "shipping" date was Thursday (2/26) -- but it hasn't shipped yet as of more than 24 hours later on 2/27. Is that normal, or does it signify a holdup with the porting? Even though it let me place the order?
Feb 28, 2026 02:54 AM
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fw10001Feb 28, 2026 02:54 AM
363 Posts
Quote from Zarephath :
Did happen to me... I was using Chase bank (visa). Switched to Apple card (Master Card) and it worked.
I think its the wonkiness of their site and IT, and not whether we use Visa, MC, Discover, Amex, etc.
As far as browsers go, I seemed to experience more dead ends on Chrome than on Firefox. But Firefox still ran into dead ends, i.e. their site/IT is temperamental.

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Feb 28, 2026 03:10 AM
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qqzjFeb 28, 2026 03:10 AM
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Any one has been able to place the 3rd order recently? I just go my 2nd one. Want to get another if it is still viable. Otherwise, I will save some energy. Thanks!
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Feb 28, 2026 03:41 AM
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jamesrdeals
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Feb 28, 2026 03:41 AM
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I've attempted to order a third phone, but all my attempts have failed, even when using different credit cards.
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Feb 28, 2026 03:42 AM
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jamesrdeals
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Feb 28, 2026 03:42 AM
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Quote from qqzj :
Any one has been able to place the 3rd order recently? I just go my 2nd one. Want to get another if it is still viable. Otherwise, I will save some energy. Thanks!
Save energy!
Feb 28, 2026 03:55 AM
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MPoWeRM3Feb 28, 2026 03:55 AM
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For getting a number to port from Lyca at $5, do I just chose eSim option and checkout to get the number? Do I need to put the eSim info in any eSim capable phone?
Feb 28, 2026 05:31 AM
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qqzjFeb 28, 2026 05:31 AM
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Quote from jamesrdeals :
Save energy!
What if I am willing to pay another $55? Is it still possible? Thanks.
Feb 28, 2026 06:37 AM
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hierolerFeb 28, 2026 06:37 AM
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Quote from qqzj :
What if I am willing to pay another $55? Is it still possible? Thanks.
You can start a completely new account. But if you've already tried to port your number and aren't succeeding it might already be blocked from the system for online ordering.
Feb 28, 2026 08:31 AM
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FantasticPolice4167Feb 28, 2026 08:31 AM
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Quote from pippypoppy :
Why would my order not be shipped yet? It says "order received" and that the "shipping" date was Thursday (2/26) -- but it hasn't shipped yet as of more than 24 hours later on 2/27. Is that normal, or does it signify a holdup with the porting? Even though it let me place the order?
It is normal. Mine order 2/20 , got email shipped on 2/24, got the phone 2/25

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Feb 28, 2026 08:42 AM
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FantasticPolice4167Feb 28, 2026 08:42 AM
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Quote from MPoWeRM3 :
For getting a number to port from Lyca at $5, do I just chose eSim option and checkout to get the number? Do I need to put the eSim info in any eSim capable phone?
Choose esim checkout and pay. They will send confirmation email with QR code to set up number to your phone.

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