Get one On Us with any trade on any rate plan. Among all the recent gen boring iPhone Samsung and Pixel phones with no unique design or features, this one seem like an interesting backup phone with its attempt of a unique fake E-Ink screen (LCD) with optimized matte screen surface and polarization for eye comfort.
https://www.t-mobile.com/cell-pho...per-70-pro
This won't be for everyone but is an interesting device if you have lines that doesn't have EIP plans considering the promo allows you to trade in broken devices.
Same IP68 water resistance as flagships, the MediaTek 7300 is old but hard to complain at this MSRP for a carrier custom device. At 4xA78 + 4xA55 on TSMC N4, this is still a decently efficient chip for regular use, same CPU design as MediaTek 8200, 8100 just different clock speeds, CPU performance between Tensor G3 and G2 but more efficient thanks to TSMC N4. Oh and it has fingerprint sensor in power button.
Got this on T-Mobile One plan, traded in a cracked broken iPhone 4S. Do it at Sam's Club or Costco to get the extra $75 gift card and waived $35 fee.
* Also forgot to mention another good feature is this thing supports Dual Physical SIM or MicroSD expansion too. Second SIM slot is either SIM2 or MicroSD card. And the phone still supports eSIM as well, but you are limited to two Active SIM simultaneously so either 2 Physical SIM or 1 Physical 1 eSIM.
Someone also brought up T-Mobile satellite, I haven't tried this but T-Mobile website lists it as compatible with satellite messaging? YMMV
Community Reviews
The TCL NXTPAPER 70 Pro stands out as a budget phone built for reading, with a 6.9 inch 120Hz matte LCD that cuts glare and feels closer to e paper than a glossy screen. The etched glass finish gets praise for manga and e reader use, and the phone also brings IP68 water resistance, dual physical SIM support, eSIM, and microSD expansion. The main caveats are that it is not a flagship replacement, T Mobile satellite messaging appears limited to messaging only, and the 40 day carrier lock can delay adding a second non T Mobile SIM. Support through March 2028 also feels short for the price.
The NXTPAPER display can reduce glare because it uses a matte etched glass surface.
The phone supports dual physical SIMs plus eSIM, which helps with flexible line setups.
The trade-in promo can waive the $35 device connection fee when purchased through the Costco T-Mobile process.
Costco upgrades can include a $100 Costco digital shop card after the monthly payment plan upgrade.
Free-line eligibility and trade-in requirements can be inconsistent, including IMEI retrieval issues that can cause rejections.
T-Mobile satellite messaging may not work on this phone, even though T-Mobile lists compatibility.
The NXTPAPER branding is actually an LCD matte screen rather than true e-paper.
Promo credits may stop if the device is paid off early, which can affect the 24-month bill-credit plan.
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I should get it Monday/tuesday
https://www.t-mobile.com/stores/locator/?page=1
Of course, one of the primary reasons to go this route is for trades in which the condition factors into the trade valuation (powers on, uncracked screen, etc.). Since this is an any-condition trade-in those concerns don't really come into play. However, using the local store could still be considerated an option for making sense of the return process.
Good luck!
Jon
Hopefully my rebates will come through for Costco. I didn't know there was a certain amount of days in between upgrades. I did an iPhone 17 upgrade on a line a few months ago so it might be an issue. I didn't know until the final steps when the rep said 12 months in between upgrades on that line
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Hopefully my rebates will come through for Costco. I didn't know there was a certain amount of days in between upgrades. I did an iPhone 17 upgrade on a line a few months ago so it might be an issue. I didn't know until the final steps when the rep said 12 months in between upgrades on that line
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Good luck!
Jon
Costco Members get $100
When upgrade your phone on a monthly payment plan. With Costco Digital Shop Card with finance agreement. Allow 16 weeks after transaction.
For Member Benefits click 'See eligible rebates' at checkout. How to get this offer:
Purchase a new phone on a monthly payment plan and pay the applicable sales tax on the pre-credit price at time of purchase
Have or switch to a qualifying rate plan
Receive $100 back via Costco Digital Shop Card. Allow 16 weeks after transaction.
In participating Warehouse locations or Costco.com. Subject to change. Tax on pre-credit price due at sale. Qualifying credit and qualifying line ($60+/mo. plan w/AutoPay; plus taxes/fees) required. If you have canceled mobile lines in past 90 days, reactivate them first. All lines must be active and in good standing when Costco Digital Shop Card is processed. Max 12/account. May not be combined with some promotions or discounts.
Upgrade existing Line with Financing on C95/G69-$100 (ID28791)
I have a Costco membership but I think my id number has maxed out the costco cash card rebate
my sister has her account with another family member...I was thinking of using her membership #
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In my TCL Nxtpaper tablet, it's under Settings > Smart Manager > Battery.
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