While we honestly have no idea if you’ll ever be able to purchase the unlocked iOS 12-eligible device from official Apple Stores again, Metro by T-Mobile still sells the iPhone SE in space gray and rose gold 32GB variants.
Perhaps “sell” is not the best way to describe what Metro is doing, though, as new subscribers can get the timeless smartphone essentially free of charge right now. All you need to pay is a small activation fee... as long as you’re willing to bring a non-T-Mobile number to Metro.
Network switchers have actually been treated to this exact same deal before, and just like back in August, the iPhone 6s is also heavily discounted with port-ins, from a $549 list price (that’s obviously ancient history) to a measly 49 bucks.
Of course, nothing beats free stuff, especially when said stuff earned such stellar reviews a few years ago. A whole lot has changed in the mobile industry since early 2016, but the incredibly lightweight iPhone SE should be more than capable of handling everyday tasks like texting, moderate web browsing, and even some casual multitasking. After all, it’s got an iPhone 8-matching RAM count. And a Touch ID sensor soon to become as rare as handsets smaller than 4.5 inches.
Elsewhere, the iPhone SE can be purchased for as little as $70... in refurbished condition with prepaid plans, or at $140 and up from Best Buy on Total Wireless and Simple Mobile networks. So, yeah, this Metro deal is great on so many levels.
Adrian, a mobile technology enthusiast since the Nokia 3310 era, has been a dynamic presence in the tech journalism field, contributing to Android Authority, Digital Trends, and Pocketnow before joining PhoneArena in 2018. His expertise spans across various platforms, with a particular fondness for the diversity of the Android ecosystem. Despite the challenges of balancing full-time parenthood with his work, Adrian's passion for tech trends, running, and movies keeps him energized. His commitment to mid-range smartphones has led to an eclectic collection of devices, saved from personal bankruptcy by his preference for 'adequate' over 'overpriced'.
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