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Shopping for a new phone? What to consider when evaluating total value with T-Mobile
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Nobody wants to pay more than they have to for anything. A monthly phone bill is no exception, not to mention a new phone upgrade. Once you’ve settled on the model, you’re going to want to think carefully about the rest — the perks, the fees and the upfront costs — especially if there are other demands on your budget.
T-Mobile gives well-qualified shoppers another way to approach a purchase they’ll be stuck with for a while, and if they’re choosing an eligible device and financing option, they might be able to pay nothing upfront. Pair a deal like that with a premium network and a quick switching experience, and shoppers have plenty of reasons to give their current plan a closer look.
The Rundown
- T-Mobile’s Nothing offer means well-qualified buyers can spread the cost of their phone, taxes, fees and interest with $0 upfront on eligible plans with 36-month financing.
- Customers can complete the checkout process on a new line in 15 minutes or less on average, with free same-day delivery available for eligible orders.
- Plans cover more than just an award-winning mobile service, offering streaming subscriptions and travel benefits alongside Club Magenta perks.
Gaining more doesn’t always mean paying more
Your monthly device payment is only one piece of the pie. It’s easy to focus on your monthly fee, but there’s also the upfront cost to worry about. Luckily, T-Mobile’s Nothing offer is the answer to that particular hurdle.
Open to well-qualified customers on its 2.0 plans choosing 36-month financing, this option gives customers the chance to spread the cost of a new phone, including any taxes, fees and interest, across the whole length of their finance agreement. That means paying $0 upfront — no huge lump sum before a user can get their hands on their new phone.
A deal like that can make the timing of your next upgrade a little easier. If you’re ready to switch, you can breeze through the checkout process in 15 minutes or fewer per line on average using T-Mobile’s T-Life app. There’s even free same-day delivery available for a limited time on eligible orders, meaning you won’t have to wait days for the mailman before you can start using your new phone.
Expect more from the service you’re paying for
A new phone comes with a whole host of goodies, but your network brings the kind of quality-of-life improvements you’ll notice day to day. With T-Mobile, you get nationwide 5G with a network that’s been named America’s best mobile network by Ookla, along with benefits that can help you stay connected when you travel. That includes free in-flight Wi-Fi on several major U.S. airlines, allowing you to stay connected even while you’re thousands of feet above the ground.
The travel benefits don’t stop when you land. Eligible T-Mobile plans include international data and texting in supported destinations, so you can step off your flight, grab directions to your hotel and message home without searching for Wi-Fi, although you'll need to check your plan for any speed or excessive roaming restrictions.
T-Mobile plans offer a host of additional savings beyond travel. T-Mobile’s Experience plans unlock free access to select streaming services, including Netflix with ads. Switching to T-Mobile means you can save on these individual subs and have one less expense to cover.
Qualifying T-Mobile plans also come with Club Magenta, which unlocks access to lounges and premium areas at select concerts and festivals, along with dedicated member entrances where available. All of these perks — including weekly deals and freebies through T-Mobile Tuesdays — will help you cut costs across the board and get more from your monthly bill.
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