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Why we love T-Mobile’s Black Friday deal
I spend all year covering cell service providers and smartphone deals. Trade-in offers, new customer promotions, and meager discounts come and go, but getting the new iPhone or Galaxy smartphone free of charge is something to write home about. You don’t need to trade in an old device either — just switch from your old provider and bring your phone number.
Not everyone qualifies for this promotion. Here’s the breakdown: when you bring four phone numbers over to T-Mobile’s Essentials plan, you’ll receive four iPhone 17 or Samsung Galaxy S25 smartphones. The devices will be purchased on payment plans that will be paid off via bill credits over 24 months. Four phone lines are required, so this promotion is best for families and friend groups.
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Why you’ll love it
Whether you’re opting for the iPhone 17 or the Samsung Galaxy S25, you’ll be upgrading to one of the best phones available. The Galaxy S25 is the top pick in our guide to the best Android phones. It outcompetes other devices within its price point with three cameras, a sleek design, and powerful performance.
The iPhone 17 is the latest smartphone from Apple. I’ve been testing it now for weeks, and I’m highly impressed with its performance. It runs smoothly, finally bringing the 120 Hz display to the brand’s base device. Gaming is a dream, with graphics and load times to envy. The new screen also offers incredible scratch resistance — a must-have for someone who drops their phone as much as I do.
The deal has its caveats. You need to have four lines switched over from another carrier. The phones aren’t paid off at the start either; you’ll be paying them off and refunded with bill credits over a 24-month period, locking you in for two years. Leaving the contract sooner means you’ll owe for the devices’ remaining balance. However, if you’re ready to commit and need reliable phones and service, this deal is a quick and affordable way to furnish your family with devices they’ll love.
T-Mobile Black Friday sale details
- Eligible carriers for transfer: AT&T, Verizon, Claro, UScellular, Xfinity, Spectrum, or LibertyPR
- Additional fees: Device taxes, $35 device connection fee
- Maximum bill credits: $830 per device
- Eligible devices: iPhone 17, Samsung Galaxy S25/S25 Plus/S25 UltraA/S25 Edge/S25 FE/Galaxy Flip7/Fold7/Flip6/Fold 636, XCover7 Pro
No end date is advertised for this deal, but T-Mobile listed it as a limited-time offer. T-Mobile Essentials plans start at $25 a month for subscribers with automatic payments, or $30 a month for those without.
For more early holiday savings, check out our Black Friday deals coverage.
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