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Where is best place to buy IPhone 15 plus get carrier?

Susic — Sat, 25 Nov 2023 19:04:06 GMT

I am l thinking of getting IPhone 15 plus. Getting rid of my landline and have a Tracfone. I have no trade in or carrier to add to deal , and there are currently no discounts on this IPhone, The web sites information is not geared to someone being new to initial purchase of phone and signing up for a carrier. Is it best to buy phone at say Apple Store, then find carrier , or vice versa? I only need one phone and probably don't need unlimitted data. Appreciate any information as to how to start the process. Speaking to someone on phone, sometimes gets confusing and I always end up buying wrong thing, And I can imagine trying to find help in stores this time of year. Thank you for any help! Susi.

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Another new name Sue — Sat, 25 Nov 2023 19:08:25 GMT

we got free 15s from AT&T, but they have a way of locking you in for three years.

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geezerette — Sat, 25 Nov 2023 19:38:29 GMT

As @Another new name Sue mentioned, many carriers have deals for iPhones for new customers but they will make you sign up for a term.

I found that when I first got a smartphone, the carrier was quite helpful. Both with the phone and the type of service I wanted. They'll set it up completely for you.

If you live in a populated area with high traffic in the carrier's stores, I would make an appointment or go in at time that wasn't busy. My sister just recently was in your situation and she did this. She had a couple of appointments with them to discuss, then set up the phone. She was quite happy with the process.

ETA: You aren't obligated to purchase if you want to inquire with the carrier before making up your mind.

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On It — Sat, 25 Nov 2023 19:22:17 GMT

If you go to an Apple Store, they will ask you who you want to use for a carrier. They will help you set up your phone if you ask. They have all of the accessories there as well. I like to have the car charger and of course the case and screen protector.

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elated — Sat, 25 Nov 2023 21:01:18 GMT

If you go to AT&T website, they explain about the new iPhone 15. To be eligible fir a free phone, you are required to have a trade-in of eligible device and eligible unlimited plan. Just a few points to think about.

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haddon9 — Sat, 25 Nov 2023 19:28:44 GMT

I use Verizon...not that I'm in love with them, believe me. However the Verizon store right in my town is very knowledgable and helpful. They will work with you about set up, etc. Plus they will get your phone set up on an account with them so there is no need to visit a carrier since you're already there. It would be the same with AT&T or any other carrier.

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Toot1920 — Sat, 25 Nov 2023 19:38:03 GMT

@Susic, I think that you need to decide on a carrier first. Talk with others to see who they have and if they have any problems with service. I have purchased phones (both iPhones and android) from Best Buy, Verizon, and Apple. We just switched from Verizon to Consumer Cellular. Consumer Cellular was out of iPhone 15 when we were looking, so we purchased unlocked iPhones from Apple. When they arrived, we called Consumer Cellular and they walked us through it online. It was very seamless, with exception of moving our phone numbers from Verizon. If there's a brick and mortar store for the service that you choose, they can help with your set up. If you have an Apple ID already, make sure that you have your user name and password handy. Good luck!

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Justholdingon — Sat, 25 Nov 2023 19:42:40 GMT

@Another new name Sue wrote:
we got free 15s from AT&T, but they have a way of locking you in for three years.

same with Verizon

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I am still oxox — Sat, 25 Nov 2023 19:54:15 GMT

@On It WIth all the free phone deals out there I would never go to the Apple Store. Select a carrier with a free phone and go from there. We are in the process of changing from ATT to T Mobile, our bill has been way to high since we got our I phone 8's 3 years ago

@On It wrote:
If you go to an Apple Store, they will ask you who you want to use for a carrier. They will help you set up your phone if you ask. They have all of the accessories there as well. I like to have the car charger and of course the case and screen protector.

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LTT1 — Sat, 25 Nov 2023 20:10:54 GMT

@Susic

I went with ATT.

However, mine is a 14...time passes quickly.

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Alsace Gal — Sat, 25 Nov 2023 20:18:59 GMT

I paid cash for my iPhone and had it set up with consumer cellular, very happy with the service.

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patbz — Sat, 25 Nov 2023 20:25:27 GMT

I recommend checking Amazon under renewed unlocked phones. Today they have an Apple 15 for 789. You can pay over 6 mths, no interest and pick whichever carrier you want and no contract. I bought my last Samsung this way and couldn't be happier; took it into Verizon and they set it up for free ( I gave the consultant a $20 tip).

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Toot1920 — Sat, 25 Nov 2023 20:32:55 GMT

The thing with the "free" phones from most carriers is that you have to stay with them for the whole 36 months. If you want to leave them, you'll have to pay, I'm not sure if it's the balance or exactly how much. It's not a big deal if you don't plan on changing carriers. Verizon used to be 24 months but they changed to 36 months. I've done a BOGO with Verizon before and it was fine as long as I stayed with them.

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Another new name Sue — Sat, 25 Nov 2023 21:33:49 GMT

we got free 15s from AT&T, but they have a way of locking you in for three years.

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LizzieInSRQ — Sat, 25 Nov 2023 21:53:56 GMT

@Toot1920 wrote:
The thing with the "free" phones from most carriers is that you have to stay with them for the whole 36 months. If you want to leave them, you'll have to pay, I'm not sure if it's the balance or exactly how much. It's not a big deal if you don't plan on changing carriers. Verizon used to be 24 months but they changed to 36 months. I've done a BOGO with Verizon before and it was fine as long as I stayed with them.

Ive always been with Verizon, over 2 decades. So as far as switching carriers or feeling locked in, that would be a non- isssue to do so with a major carrier id think. 3 years for $1100 phone sounds like a deal if you get a decent plan. Why would they want to leave i say?

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Toot1920 — Sat, 25 Nov 2023 22:24:25 GMT

@LizzieInSRQ, I was with Verizon since 2005. It is a deal as long as you stay with that carrier and don't want to change phones for 3 years. I figured what I would pay for coverage for three years with Verizon. Then I figured what I would pay at Consumer Cellular for those same three years. Even though I paid for my phones through Apple and traded in my older iPhone, it still came out cheaper and I wasn't locked in. I, also, talked to people who have Consumer Cellular and how the coverage worked for them. It didn't bother me so much to be locked in for 24 months but 36 was just too long.

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Susic — Sat, 25 Nov 2023 23:28:29 GMT

Thank you all for taking time to reply. Will look over and figure out what is best. I dont have a trade in so don't think a free phone is a possibility. Not any deals on IPhone 15 . Thinking of buying it a stand alone purchase, on 2 year no interest and maybe figure out with Consumer Cellular how to set up with them. They seem least complicated carrier, and have least worrisome Data options as I have no idea how much data I may need. Baby steps! Thanks again.Susi.

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JanetsGirl — Sun, 26 Nov 2023 02:16:32 GMT

MintMobile.com

MM uses the T-Mobile network and in fact was just bought by T.
MM may have what you are looking for.

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Sunshine Kate — Sun, 26 Nov 2023 02:25:10 GMT

@Another new name Sue wrote:
we got free 15s from AT&T, but they have a way of locking you in for three years.

We found out Verizon does the same. Don't like the 3 years, it used to be 2 years.

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cindyNC — Sun, 26 Nov 2023 04:09:44 GMT

@Susic When I switched from Android to iPhone (13 promax), I purchased it on the Apple website as I wanted an unlocked phone. I have always used tracphone. I didn't want to be locked into any particular carrier.