How and When Can I Upgrade My Metro PCS Phone?

Metro PCS's best offer is the $60 monthly plan, which comes with unlimited calls, texts, and data. You must check the most suitable program before upgrading. You can get additional features in the Metro PCS plans, which are more affordable and still active.

Jan 29, 2020

How and When Can I Upgrade My Metro PCS Phone

Metro PCS merged with T- mobile to form Metro by T Mobile.

As a result of the merger, there are numerous upgrades to the merger, and unfortunately, old phones cannot connect to the band. For this reason, it is necessary to get a phone upgrade, and in support, Metro by T recently rolled out a promotional update offering phones with a $150 discount.

Once you purchase a phone on Metro PCS, you automatically qualify for a promotional upgrade every 90 days after activating the phone, up to four times a year.

There are three ways in which you can activate your phone on Metro PCS;

  1. In-store, meaning you opt to visit a Metro PCS phone store near you.
  2. Online meaning you get help from the Metro PCS phone Activation Site.
  3. On phone call, where you contact the customer care support team on the numbers provided.

Here, you can also enquire about the available plans, devices, and prices in your location.

Before the 90 days limit, users can still upgrade their phones but face the full cost. This can be done at any time through the online application, My Metro App.

Metro PCS offers a swap option for upgrading (BYOD - bring your own device). This means that you can change your phone for a new one at a lesser fee. However, for your phone to be eligible, it must be compatible with Metro PCS.

For non- Metro PCS upgrading to the carrier, it is essential to have the Wireless Number Portability that enables you to retain your old phone number when moving to Metro PCS.

Tips for Upgrading Metro PCS Phones

Make a list of phones compatible with Metro PCS and the cost of upgrading each. Below are some examples;

  • Samsung Galaxy S9

This is one of the company's newest flagships and will cost you $699 to upgrade. MetroPCS gives unlimited calls and SMS with this phone and 10GB worth of data. For an additional $40- $60, you can get unlimited music streaming.

  • Samsung A6

MetroPCS offers this phone for $40 monthly for 24 months.

  • Motorola E5 Play

This phone costs $150 and is payable in 24 monthly installments of $6

  • Motorola E5 Plus

You can upgrade on this phone for $225 payable in $9 monthly installments for 24 months.

  • LG K30

This is one of the best compatible phones of Metro PCS, which costs $179 and can be free if you switch to Metro PCS unlimited plan.

  • LG Q7

The new LG Q7 costs $329, but by switching to the unlimited plan, you can get it at $99.

  • LG Stylo 4

Metro PCS has excellent compatibility with this device, which costs $239, and you can get it absolutely free by switching to the Metro PCS unlimited plan.

  • Samsung Galaxy S10

This is one of the best phones to upgrade on Metro PCS. From its current cost of $999, Metro PCS gives you $100 when you sign up for their unlimited plan.

  • iPhone XS

This is an improvement on the previous iPhone X and very much compatible with Metro PCS. You get $100 off from the original $999 price when you subscribe to Metro PCS's unlimited plan.

  • Moto G7

This is one of the most affordable phones on the Metro PCS compatibility list. It costs $249, but on switching to Metro PCS, you can get it for $59.

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