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Jul 27, 2026 1:59 AM

Metro by T-Mobile 128GB Samsung Galaxy A37 5G Smartphone + 1-Mo. Service

$40

$450

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w/ New Line & Port-in + Free S&Hat Metro by T-Mobile
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Metro by T-Mobile is offering a 128GB Samsung Galaxy A37 5G Smartphone (Awesome Charcoal, Locked) for Free when purchased together with 1-Month of their $40/Month Period. Web Exclusive PlanAdd a Line to your account and Port-in your Number. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Hunter htp182 for sharing this deal.
  • Note: You must join Metro on an eligible plan to qualify for the free device. Offer may not be available to all accounts.
How to get this offer:
  • Join Metro on a current plan starting at the $40 Period. Web Exclusive plan or add a line to your existing Metro account (eligible rate plan required).
  • Bring your number.
  • Your Samsung Galaxy A37 5G is FREE via instant discount. You'll need to pay any applicable sales tax. You can get this deal on up to two lines.

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Written by SaltyOne | Staff
  • Offer Terms:
    • Your phone is FREE via instant discount at checkout plus any applicable sales tax. $450+ savings based on Metro device discount ($449.99) and $25 waived activation fee. You'll need to pay for the first month of your plan at $40/mo. You can get this deal on up to 4 lines. This offer isn't available if you have been with Metro or T-Mobile in the past 180 days. Like everything else in this world, this is available for a limited time and subject to change. See Terms & Conditions (including arbitration provision) at MetrobyT-Mobile.com.
Please see the original post for additional details & refer to the comments below for discussion.

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Written by htp182 | Staff
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Metro by T-Mobile is offering a 128GB Samsung Galaxy A37 5G Smartphone (Awesome Charcoal, Locked) for Free when purchased together with 1-Month of their $40/Month Period. Web Exclusive PlanAdd a Line to your account and Port-in your Number. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Hunter htp182 for sharing this deal.
  • Note: You must join Metro on an eligible plan to qualify for the free device. Offer may not be available to all accounts.
How to get this offer:
  • Join Metro on a current plan starting at the $40 Period. Web Exclusive plan or add a line to your existing Metro account (eligible rate plan required).
  • Bring your number.
  • Your Samsung Galaxy A37 5G is FREE via instant discount. You'll need to pay any applicable sales tax. You can get this deal on up to two lines.

Editor's Notes

Written by SaltyOne | Staff
  • Offer Terms:
    • Your phone is FREE via instant discount at checkout plus any applicable sales tax. $450+ savings based on Metro device discount ($449.99) and $25 waived activation fee. You'll need to pay for the first month of your plan at $40/mo. You can get this deal on up to 4 lines. This offer isn't available if you have been with Metro or T-Mobile in the past 180 days. Like everything else in this world, this is available for a limited time and subject to change. See Terms & Conditions (including arbitration provision) at MetrobyT-Mobile.com.
Please see the original post for additional details & refer to the comments below for discussion.

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Aug 10, 2026 11:11 AM
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SplendidWalrus2066Aug 10, 2026 11:11 AM
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where are people getting numbers to transfer over
Aug 10, 2026 12:15 PM
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GottaLoveItttAug 10, 2026 12:15 PM
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Quote from ScottoDono View quoted comment :

He is factoring in the required first month plan payment. So compared to $40 for this phone its $165 . There is a separate thread

256gb is still twice the storage of 128gb

By biggest issue with either of these deals is the lock. The AT&T deal at Walmart has a trick to unlock it but I recall having a major headache last time I tried that.
Also sees $99 deal. So it should be $40 vs $139. It has better processor, 8gb RAM vs 6gb RAM, 256gb storage vs 128gb storage, aluminum vs plastic frame, thinner, etc.

It's tempting just because of the RAM and storage. 6GB seems very limiting.
Aug 10, 2026 3:18 PM
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GottaLoveItttAug 10, 2026 3:18 PM
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I tried ordering online, but got the following error:
"Please contact us to complete your order.
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."

Note, ordering over the phone, they charged me $45 instead of $40. Still quite the deal though.
"$40/mo. with AutoPay $45 for first month"
Aug 10, 2026 3:21 PM
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GottaLoveItttAug 10, 2026 3:21 PM
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Quote from brucknerfan View quoted comment :
So far, you are the only person that has reported a successful port of a GV number for a Metro promotional offer. I think you're mistaken as to the true origin of your ported GV number or you just were lucky enough to benefit from a glitch in the system.

Below are the facts from Claude.

This matches consistent, well-documented experience: Google Voice numbers—even unlocked ones with the $3 porting fee paid—generally do not qualify for Metro by T-Mobile's port-in promotional offers.
Why it's not a zip code or process issue:
  • Metro appears to distinguish between VOIP numbers and mobile numbers for port-in promotions, and a Google Voice number was specifically told not to count for port-in promos, despite having worked in the past.
  • A more recent (2026-adjacent) discussion on a Galaxy S25 port-in deal explicitly states: Google Voice and NumberBarn do not work for Metro port-ins — the number must be a non-T-Mobile number. This directly confirms your experience.
  • The technical reason is that Google Voice numbers are VOIP-based, not tied to a physical SIM/mobile network account the way a "real" carrier line is. Promotional port-in offers are designed to poach subscribers away from another physical carrier (AT&T, Verizon, Cricket, etc.), and Metro's backend eligibility check for these promos appears to filter out VOIP-originated numbers even when the port itself is technically executable.
What this means for you:
  • The port likely failed at the promotional eligibility validation step, not the technical porting step — these are separate systems. Google Voice numbers can sometimes be ported to Metro as a paid, non-promotional new line, but that's different from the "free phone" port-in deals.
  • Zip code won't fix this, since it's a number-type restriction, not a store/regional restriction.
Workarounds people have used (per the same threads):
  • Buy a cheap prepaid SIM from another physical carrier (e.g., a Tracfone/AT&T/Verizon MVNO SIM), activate it to get a genuine mobile number, let it sit briefly, then port that number to Metro instead of the Google Voice number.
  • Some people source "port-in only" numbers from marketplaces (eBay listings, etc.) for this exact purpose — though obviously verify legitimacy before paying anyone for this.
If you want, I can look into which specific budget carriers/MVNOs are most commonly confirmed to work for Metro's current port-in promos.
I was also able to port my Google Voice number. The number was generated ~6-7 months ago.
Aug 10, 2026 3:29 PM
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brucknerfanAug 10, 2026 3:29 PM
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Quote from GottaLoveIttt View quoted comment :
I was also able to port my Google Voice number. The number was generated ~6-7 months ago.

Good for you. I hate Metro.
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Aug 10, 2026 3:35 PM
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GottaLoveItttAug 10, 2026 3:35 PM
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Quote from brucknerfan View quoted comment :
Good for you. I hate Metro.
This is the first time I use Metro. Why do you hate Metro? (so I can prepare myself)
Aug 10, 2026 4:08 PM
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ScottoDonoAug 10, 2026 4:08 PM
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Quote from GottaLoveIttt View quoted comment :
Also sees $99 deal. So it should be $40 vs $139. It has better processor, 8gb RAM vs 6gb RAM, 256gb storage vs 128gb storage, aluminum vs plastic frame, thinner, etc.

It's tempting just because of the RAM and storage. 6GB seems very limiting.
I was later informed that that it requires a $65 pan instead of $40/$45 so factor that in too

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Aug 10, 2026 4:18 PM
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GottaLoveItttAug 10, 2026 4:18 PM
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Quote from ScottoDono View quoted comment :
I was later informed that that it requires a $65 pan instead of $40/$45 so factor that in too
Ah, got it. Since this will not be my primary phone, I decided to just get the a37.
Aug 10, 2026 8:07 PM
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AnciusDAug 10, 2026 8:07 PM
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Quote from ScottoDono View quoted comment :
I was later informed that that it requires a $65 pan instead of $40/$45 so factor that in too
For the Motos, yeah.
Aug 11, 2026 2:47 AM
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GeorgeandSamAug 11, 2026 2:47 AM
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Quote from GottaLoveIttt View quoted comment :

I was also able to port my Google Voice number. The number was generated ~6-7 months ago.
Me too.
Aug 11, 2026 5:52 PM
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brucknerfanAug 11, 2026 5:52 PM
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Quote from GottaLoveIttt View quoted comment :
This is the first time I use Metro. Why do you hate Metro? (so I can prepare myself)

There's probably nothing wrong with the company. But they rejected every phone number I tried to port.
Aug 11, 2026 7:59 PM
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GottaLoveItttAug 11, 2026 7:59 PM
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Quote from brucknerfan View quoted comment :
There's probably nothing wrong with the company. But they rejected every phone number I tried to port.
I assume you paid $3 to Google Voice to have your number unlocked?
Aug 12, 2026 2:59 AM
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psignalAug 12, 2026 2:59 AM
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Quote from brucknerfan View quoted comment :
You don't this this phone is worth $40 to sit in the drawer for 12 months to be used as a backup phone? The SG-A37-5G was released in April. It comes with 6 years of OS updates (2032) and has a AnTuTu score that 59% of the Pixel 10 and a Geekbench score that is 57%. With numbers like that and for $40 I would store this phone in my butthole for 12 months.
it is IP68 rated...
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Aug 12, 2026 3:35 AM
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ScottoDonoAug 12, 2026 3:35 AM
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Quote from psignal View quoted comment :
it is IP68 rated...
A quick Google search could answer your question:
The Samsung Galaxy A37 5G features a 6.7-inch 120Hz Super AMOLED display, an Exynos 1480 processor, a 50MP main camera with OIS, and a 5,000mAh battery supporting 45W fast charging. It runs Android 16 with One UI and includes an IP68 water-resistance rating. [1, 2, 3]
Display & Build

• Screen: 6.7-inch Super AMOLED, FHD+ (1080 x 2340 pixels), 120Hz refresh rate, 1,900 nits peak brightness
• Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass Victus+
Durability: IP68 dust and water resistance [1, 2, 3]

Performance & Software

• Chipset: Samsung Exynos 1480 (4 nm)
• RAM: 6GB, 8GB, or 12GB options
• Storage: 128GB or 256GB (no microSD expansion slot)
• OS: Android 16 with Samsung One UI [1, 3]

Cameras

• Rear Main: 50 MP, f/1.8 with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)
• Ultra-wide: 8 MP, f/2.2
• Macro: 5 MP, f/2.4
• Front (Selfie): 12 MP, f/2.2
• Video: Up to 4K at 30 fps on main and front cameras [1, 3]

Battery & Connectivity

• Battery: 5,000 mAh
• Charging: 45W wired fast charging
• Connectivity: 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, eSIM support [1, 2, 3]

If you're looking to purchase one, would you like to compare current pricing options or check its performance against the Galaxy A57?
AI can make mistakes, so double-check responses

[1] https://www.t-mobile.com/dialed-i...s-features
[2] https://www.samsung.com/us/smartp...xy-a37-5g/
[3] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sam...axy_A37_5G

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Aug 12, 2026 3:55 AM
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lxtngAug 12, 2026 3:55 AM
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Samsung phones from Metro are not worth unlocking. Many bands are missing. Check out the A37 bands and compare to any moto phones from Metro.

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