T-Mobile is giving away the iPhone 17 for free when you add a new line and trade in
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Follow these simple steps to get your hands on the iPhone 17.
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Published on February 13, 2026
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TL;DR: Get a free iPhone 17 from T‑Mobile when you add a new line on a qualifying plan and trade in an eligible phone.
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Free iPhone 17 with New Line and Trade‑in
Getting your hands on a new iPhone usually requires a significant investment. These high‑end Apple devices come with high price tags, so special offers are particularly satisfying. As of Feb. 13, T‑Mobile is offering the iPhone 17 for free with a new line on a qualifying plan and an eligible device for trade‑in.
Here’s the full breakdown of this offer: after purchasing your new iPhone 17 on a monthly payment plan, you’re required to trade in an eligible device that’s still in good condition. Below is a list of the devices that qualify. You’ll also need to add a new line of service on a qualifying plan, after which you’ll receive up to $830 back over the course of 24 monthly bill credits.
Phones eligible for trade‑in
- Apple iPhone: 13, 13 mini, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max, 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max, 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max, 16e, 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, 16 Pro Max
- Samsung Galaxy: S10, S10e, S10+, S10 5G, S20 FE, S20, S20+, S20 Ultra, S21 FE, S21, S21+, S21 Ultra, S22, S22+, S22 Ultra, S23 FE, S23, S23+, S23 Ultra, S24, S24 FE, S24+, S24 Ultra, S25, S25+, S25 Ultra, S25 Edge, Note 9, Note 10, Note 10+, Note 10 Lite, Note 20, Z Flip 3, Z Fold 3, Z Fold 4, Z Flip 4, Z Fold 5, Z Flip 5, Z Fold 6, Z Flip 6, Z Flip 7, Z Fold 7, Note 20 Ultra
- ePlus: 10 Pro 5G, 9 Pro 5G
- Google Pixel: 9 Pro Fold, 9 Pro XL, 9 Pro, 9, Fold, 8, 8 Pro, 7, 7 Pro, 6, 6 Pro
- Moto: razr+ (2024), razr+ (2023), razr (2025), razr+ (2025), razr ultra (2025)
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iPhone 17
If you’re wondering whether the iPhone 17 is right for you, we gave it high praise and even named it a Mashable Choice product. Our review from Mashable’s Stan Schroeder called it:
“An excellent phone that matches the iPhone Pro models in many ways that matter.”
Read the full review here: Mashable review of iPhone 17
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T‑Mobile Offer
This isn’t the only deal T‑Mobile has right now. You can also get the iPhone 17 on the Experience Beyond plan when you trade in an eligible phone (any condition).
Don’t miss out: Get a free iPhone 17 from T‑Mobile when you add a new line on a qualifying plan and trade in an eligible old phone.
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Hannah Hoolihan – freelance writer with Mashable. She’s written for various entertainment