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Walmart in Store $40+Tax Cricket Wireless moto g power 2026 128GB, 8GB RAM (Prepaid), PANTONE Evening Blue

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Walmart has the Cricket Wireless moto g power 2026 128GB, 8GB RAM (Prepaid), PANTONE Evening Blue free with instore activation of $40 cricket plan or higher.

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Sharp, durable 6.8" 120Hz FHD+ display. Enjoy stunning views with twice the detail of HD+ and 2x better drop and scratch protection thanks to Corning® Gorilla® Glass 7i. IP68 and IP69 rated protection. MIL-STD-810H certified meeting tough military standards for durability.


TurboPower™ charging and 42-hour (Target) battery. Get hours of power in just minutes of charging, and nearly two full days of battery life.

Capture sharper low-light photos and smoother videos with a 50MP ai-powered camera system featuring Optical Image Stabilization

5G speeds and fast multitasking with RAM Boost. Experience unimaginably fast 5G speeds, a faster MediaTek processor, and up to 24GB of RAM

https://www.walmart.com/ip/183243...5C0B3F176A
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Walmart has the Cricket Wireless moto g power 2026 128GB, 8GB RAM (Prepaid), PANTONE Evening Blue free with instore activation of $40 cricket plan or higher.

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Sharp, durable 6.8" 120Hz FHD+ display. Enjoy stunning views with twice the detail of HD+ and 2x better drop and scratch protection thanks to Corning® Gorilla® Glass 7i. IP68 and IP69 rated protection. MIL-STD-810H certified meeting tough military standards for durability.


TurboPower™ charging and 42-hour (Target) battery. Get hours of power in just minutes of charging, and nearly two full days of battery life.

Capture sharper low-light photos and smoother videos with a 50MP ai-powered camera system featuring Optical Image Stabilization

5G speeds and fast multitasking with RAM Boost. Experience unimaginably fast 5G speeds, a faster MediaTek processor, and up to 24GB of RAM

https://www.walmart.com/ip/183243...5C0B3F176A

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This Moto G Power 2026 is drawing attention as a low cost prepaid phone with 128GB storage and 8GB RAM, and the strongest upside is that some units can be used as a surprisingly capable backup or Wi Fi device. A few setups also show carrier unlocked in settings and accept non Cricket physical SIMs, including Mint, Tracfone, and Boost in some cases. The main catch is Cricket's lock and PAKS software, which can trigger an unauthorized SIM splash screen, grey out developer options, and block other carriers or Wi Fi use. Activation and pricing also vary by store, so the deal depends heavily on the location and setup path.

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  • It can work with some non-Cricket SIMs, including Mint and Tracfone in reported tests, but other active SIMs can trigger a Cricket lock overlay or block normal use. For Wi‑Fi-only use, some units stayed usable when kept off the network, while connecting to the internet could trigger Cricket lock software.

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  • Some units boot with Network Lock showing "Unlocked" and can accept another carrier SIM, but others still trigger a Cricket unauthorized-SIM overlay or device-lock app. The practical result is YMMV: the settings screen may say unlocked while carrier restrictions still appear when a non-Cricket SIM is used.

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  • The reported Cricket unlock policy is 365 days of paid service, and another comment states the phone needs 12 continuous months of use before it unlocks. That means a quick activate-and-cancel approach is not enough for a normal unlock.

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  • A common setup path is to power it on with no SIM, reach the setup screen, insert the SIM, reboot, and finish setup without Wi‑Fi. That sequence was reported to leave the phone showing unlocked and working with a Mint SIM afterward.

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  • No. It does not support USB-C video out or DisplayPort Alt Mode, so wired display output requires a DisplayLink adapter instead.

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  • No. This 2026 version does not include wireless charging, unlike some previous Moto G Power models.

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Sep 13, 2026 1:11 AM
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schetst
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Sep 13, 2026 1:11 AM
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Quote from Cozypanda007 View quoted comment :
Hi, op if you don't mind, I have another question: what happens if you request unlock in you cricket account? I guess if cricket says it's unlocked, it is permanently unlocked.
I haven't created an online login, but in the app which is updated to most recent there is no option to request device unlock.
Sep 13, 2026 7:28 AM
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monkeybizSep 13, 2026 7:28 AM
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Quote from bobbylight View quoted comment :
TF is the 2024 version, this is the 2026.
good catch.. the other thread mention a short life for updates. I use them as remotes or newscasts, clocks, etc on older outdated OS.
Sep 13, 2026 1:40 PM
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Art-X2Sep 13, 2026 1:40 PM
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Note that this 2026 version does not have wireless charging previous versions had
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Sep 13, 2026 2:30 PM
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ibanezYSep 13, 2026 2:30 PM
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Quote from Mikeyhofosho View quoted comment :
So at worst you pay $40, activate it, cancel, and then wait a year and it'll be unlocked? I'm looking at getting a backup phone. Don't always want to use my Pixel XL 10 pro in some situations (like travelling overseas).
No, you need to use it for 12 months continously for it to be unlocked.
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Sep 13, 2026 4:19 PM
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bobbylightSep 13, 2026 4:19 PM
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Unfortunately my Walmart wouldn't honor the 0 dollars, or at least the lady said she wouldn't. I maybe will check a different walmart.
Sep 13, 2026 4:39 PM
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jimx200Sep 13, 2026 4:39 PM
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Quote from schetst View quoted comment :
Mint mobile physical sim worked just fine, haven't tried esim, don't have one to put on this at the moment.
I just tried a Boost activated Boost sim and this pak app blocked it. I turned off the Cricket esim first and then put in the physical sim and it shows Boost service at top of screen, but gave me the locked to carrier message. The app will not let me delete it and I'll try removing it like the previous poster suggested.
Sep 13, 2026 4:54 PM
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jimx200Sep 13, 2026 4:54 PM
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Quote from Art-X2 View quoted comment :
Could someone owning this phone look up in Settings- device details - Network lock? What's the status there?
I got mine at a Cricket store with porting in to get the $19.99 price last month and now it's $59.99 with port in. When I go to settings, device details there is no line stating anything about locking. I tried a activated Boost sim and it shows Boost service on screen but when I tried to call I got a popup from the Cricket Device Unlock. When I pressed the blue unlock button it went into a spin like it was trying to connect and would not let me out. I finally had to turn off the phone. When I go into the Apps, it's named Telcoms Client and the uninstall is grayed out. If there is a way to delete (like someone posted previous), it will probably unlock the phone. Btw, I've had the Stylus 2025 and the Moto G Power 2024 and this Edge is a nice step up. Screen shot of Cricket Device Unlock app.
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Sep 13, 2026 9:53 PM
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Cozypanda007Sep 13, 2026 9:53 PM
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Quote from jimx200 View quoted comment :
I got mine at a Cricket store with porting in to get the $19.99 price last month and now it's $59.99 with port in. When I go to settings, device details there is no line stating anything about locking. I tried a activated Boost sim and it shows Boost service on screen but when I tried to call I got a popup from the Cricket Device Unlock. When I pressed the blue unlock button it went into a spin like it was trying to connect and would not let me out. I finally had to turn off the phone. When I go into the Apps, it's named Telcoms Client and the uninstall is grayed out. If there is a way to delete (like someone posted previous), it will probably unlock the phone. Btw, I've had the Stylus 2025 and the Moto G Power 2024 and this Edge is a nice step up. Screen shot of Cricket Device Unlock app.
What Reddit users say is if you have a cricket sim card (active or not ) in the phone, you can use boost, us mobile in the esim. It seems a bug that att/cricket will probably fix in the future
Sep 14, 2026 5:20 AM
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jimx200Sep 14, 2026 5:20 AM
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Quote from Cozypanda007 View quoted comment :
What Reddit users say is if you have a cricket sim card (active or not ) in the phone, you can use boost, us mobile in the esim. It seems a bug that att/cricket will probably fix in the future
Ahh, thanks for that clarification. I did try a boost sim card but no luck and this was after esim activation. . My phone was purchased at a Cricket dealer and they used esim. Appreciated.
Sep 14, 2026 5:40 AM
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MusicSharkSep 14, 2026 5:40 AM
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Very confusing.
Sep 14, 2026 6:07 AM
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apeSep 14, 2026 6:07 AM
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CARRIER DISCONNECTION & DEVICE BEHAVIOR:

When the device is disconnected from carrier services, its functionality becomes restricted by the management system. During this period, access to a limited "Settings Mode" may remain available, allowing basic device configuration while standard features stay restricted.

OFFLINE STATE:

If the device remains completely disconnected from all networks, it can continue operating in a limited offline state for certain local functions, including after a factory reset, provided it is never connected to the internet. While in this state, network-based features remain unavailable, including Wi-Fi access.

INTERNET CONNECTION & LOCKDOWN PROCESS:

As soon as the device establishes an internet connection, the background management system automatically initiates a required download. This process retrieves the Cricket Lock application payload, which is then installed and activated. Once the activation is complete, the device enters a locked state that restricts normal usage of the phone
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Just for testing I took the sim out of my 2nd phone and just going to leave it on WiFi to see if any cricket lock screen pops up, been a day and nothing so far. Will report back.

Has anyone had success with buying this from Walmart (not cricket store) and having it work similarly to my experience?

1. Carrier unlocked in settings
2. Able to access developer options after clicking build number 7 times
3. Able to use active sim from another carrier with no issues

Just curious if it's just a big fluke or if anyone else had success, thank you
Sep 14, 2026 6:23 PM
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MaaaaaSep 14, 2026 6:23 PM
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Quote from schetst View quoted comment :
Just for testing I took the sim out of my 2nd phone and just going to leave it on WiFi to see if any cricket lock screen pops up, been a day and nothing so far. Will report back.

Has anyone had success with buying this from Walmart (not cricket store) and having it work similarly to my experience?

1. Carrier unlocked in settings
2. Able to access developer options after clicking build number 7 times
3. Able to use active sim from another carrier with no issues

Just curious if it's just a big fluke or if anyone else had success, thank you
  1. yes 2. yes 3. do not have other physical sim and cannot confirm. bought from walmart, tax is $12.5
Sep 14, 2026 6:39 PM
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Cozypanda007Sep 14, 2026 6:39 PM
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Quote from Maaaaa View quoted comment :
  1. yes 2. yes 3. do not have other physical sim and cannot confirm. bought from walmart, tax is $12.5
Is your OEM-unlocking button working or greyed out? The truly cricket branded motos come with the green cricket themed box, and always disable the OEM-unlocking button under developer options to prevent bootloader unlock.

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Sep 14, 2026 7:16 PM
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MaaaaaSep 14, 2026 7:16 PM
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Quote from Cozypanda007 View quoted comment :
Is your OEM-unlocking button working or greyed out? The truly cricket branded motos come with the green cricket themed box, and always disable the OEM-unlocking button under developer options to prevent bootloader unlock.
yes, come with the green cricket themed box, and oem unlocking is greyed out

edit: once connect to the WIFI (first time), in a few minutes, the developer opition is also greyed out.
and a popup screen appears: You'are using a Cricket Wireless locked device. Looks like it will install the Cricket device Unlock App


edit2: After Cricket device Unlock App popup screen appears, i did not install the app and reboot the device, disconnect the wifi, and erase the phone, now the developer opition is back again.
Last edited by Maaaaa September 14, 2026 at 01:18 PM.
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