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Mar 4, 2026 2:48 PM

Pre-Order Apple iPhone 17e 256GB, New Spectrum Internet Subscribers $200, or free with eligible trade-in $199

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New Residential Internet customers who add 2 Unlimited or Unlimited Plus Mobile lines. No trade-in required.

Extra $200 Off with trade-in. Eligible trade-in required. Plus get the value of your trade-in.
Offer Valid 03/04/2026 - 04/21/2026

https://www.spectrum.com/mobile/p...Name=Black
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$400 Off
New Residential Internet customers who add 2 Unlimited or Unlimited Plus Mobile lines. No trade-in required.

Extra $200 Off with trade-in. Eligible trade-in required. Plus get the value of your trade-in.
Offer Valid 03/04/2026 - 04/21/2026

https://www.spectrum.com/mobile/p...Name=Black

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The iPhone 17e looks like a budget iPhone with solid core specs, including the A19 chip, 256GB storage, MagSafe, and a screen that is still considered good. It is also described as close to the regular iPhone 17 and comparable to the iPhone 15 or 16, while the Spectrum bundle can make the overall internet and phone package unusually cheap. The main drawbacks are the 60Hz display, no UWB for AirTags or compatible car and lock features, and a camera that trails flagship models. Checkout problems also keep showing the phone at $599 instead of the advertised $199, so the deal depends on the plan details working correctly.

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  • The advertised $199 price appears to require a 36-month payment plan; checkout can otherwise show the full $599 price. The online deal is described as $5.55 per month totaling $199, including for new lines and upgrades, but the cart may not reflect it until the plan terms are applied.

  • The 17e is described as using the same processor as the regular 17 but with 8GB RAM instead of 12GB, a worse camera than flagship models, and a 60Hz display. It also lacks UWB, so it does not support precision finding for AirTags/Find My Friends or hands-free unlock for compatible cars and locks.

  • It is framed as a less-premium option that is still comparable to the iPhone 15 and 16, with MagSafe, 256GB storage, and an A19 chip at the starting price. Alternatives mentioned as stronger picks include the Pixel 10a for screen, speakers, camera, and battery life, and the Galaxy S26 if you have a trade-in.

  • Yes. One bundle mentioned is 4 lines for $120 per month with 100 Mbps internet free for life, and another is 1 Gbps symmetrical internet plus 4 unlimited lines for $140 per month with taxes included. A two-line option may exist, but it is described as less attractive than the four-line bundle.

  • A concrete example shows an iPhone 13 128GB getting $313 total value: $113 base trade-in plus a $200 Spectrum promotion. That means the effective out-of-pocket cost can drop sharply if your device qualifies for the full promo amount.

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Mar 4, 2026 3:01 PM
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iPhone 17e or Google Pixel 10a?
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Mar 4, 2026 3:21 PM
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EfficientKitten3603Mar 4, 2026 3:21 PM
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Quote from forces View quoted comment :
iPhone 17e or Google Pixel 10a?
iPhone 17e
Mar 4, 2026 3:27 PM
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Mar 4, 2026 3:46 PM
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alvin12341Mar 4, 2026 3:46 PM
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Quote from jacure View quoted comment :
10a..better screen, speakers, camera and battery life.
neither, they both sucks.
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mamahotieMar 4, 2026 4:00 PM
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Samsung galaxy S26 is better deal if you have trade in.
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Mar 4, 2026 4:52 PM
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ShrewdCreatureMar 4, 2026 4:52 PM
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Quote from huyharry078 View quoted comment :
Can you send me the s26 deal?
you can find it ha, its 700 off +trade in value, and or 200 off if your a newcustomer

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Mar 4, 2026 5:27 PM
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mamahotieMar 4, 2026 5:27 PM
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Mar 4, 2026 5:47 PM
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huyharry078Mar 4, 2026 5:47 PM
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Quote from ShrewdCreature1431 View quoted comment :
you can find it ha, its 700 off +trade in value, and or 200 off if your a newcustomer
I did, but my city don't have spectrum service so they forward me to xfinity! Sad!
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Mar 4, 2026 9:50 PM
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silenzeMar 4, 2026 9:50 PM
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Why is their website so terrible. I can't even check out
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Mar 4, 2026 10:10 PM
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duckeggsMar 4, 2026 10:10 PM
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are these e-versions actually worth $200 in this case?
Mar 4, 2026 10:15 PM
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fatguypoolsharkMar 4, 2026 10:15 PM
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Quote from duckeggs View quoted comment :
are these e-versions actually worth $200 in this case?
Yeah honestly you do not lost very much compared to the 17. Same processor, 8 GBs of ram vs 12 I think? Slightly worse but still good screen. MAIN difference is the camera is worse than a flagship, your call on if that is worth 600 more dollars.
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fatguypoolsharkMar 4, 2026 10:16 PM
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Anyone know what a Iphone 13 trades in at? Don't have the IMEI handy.
Mar 4, 2026 10:50 PM
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insanegod.godMar 4, 2026 10:50 PM
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I want to take advantage of this offer. What's the best way to add internet and get the phone?

Is the following correct ?

- Goto the store and order internet and pre-order the phone.
- Pay it in full at the store and trade in.
- Unlock after a month.

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Quote from fatguypoolshark View quoted comment :
Anyone know what a Iphone 13 trades in at? Don't have the IMEI handy.
Other Apple IPHONE 13 128GB
Your estimated trade-in value: $313
Trade-In Value: $113 +
Spectrum Promotion: $200.0
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