AnswersDriveMetro PCS does not charge activation fee. If you are a current MetroPCS subscriber and are switching to a different phone they will charge you a $15 fee in store for an ESN change. You can avoid this charge by doing the ESN change yourself on their website.
Besides, how do I activate an old phone?
Activate With My Verizon. You can activate your old Verizon phone on an existing line by doing the following: Log into your Verizon account, click “My Account” and then click “Activate, Switch or Bring Your Own Device.” Select the existing line that you want to activate your device on.
How do I call Metro PCS customer service?
1 (888) 863-8768
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How do I switch phones on Metro?
Put the battery back in the phone and call MetroPCS customer service by dialing 1-888-8 Metro 8 (1-888-863-8768) from a landline or by dialing *611 from another MetroPCS handset. When the automated system comes on the line and asks how she can help tell her "upgrade my phone." Do not call from the old or the new phone.
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What is the cheapest plan for Metro PCS?
With junk fees, this offer works out to be about $21/month and is the absolute cheapest unlimited smart phone plan in America. Meanwhile, Metro PCS has a new no-contract plan that's $30/month for unlimited calling and texting, plus 250MB of 4G LTE data.
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What phones will work on Metro PCS?
It is a GSM phone: Phones that work with the AT&T and T-Mobile networks should be suitable. It is an unlocked phone: Make sure that your BYO phone is not network locked. It is compatible with the MetroPCS frequencies: Primarily 1900MHz (3G) and 700MHz and 1700Mz (4G LTE)
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How do I switch phones?
You can swap numbers quickly between two devices on your account in My Verizon:
- Go to the Switch page in My Verizon.
- Select the two devices you want to switch and tap Next.
- Update your plan, if applicable, and tap Confirm.
- Review your feature and plan changes and then tap Confirm Feature and Plan Changes.
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How much is a Metro PCS plan?
MetroPCS is one of the first prepaid carriers to offer 4G LTE Mobile Hotspot, available on many of our phone plans. Get in the groove and listen without limits using Music Unlimited™, included in MetroPCS $40, $50, and $60 plans at no additional charge.
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Can you unlock a Metro phone?
The MetroPCS network has almost entirely moved to GSM and LTE. These two technologies rely on SIM cards and can easily be unlocked using these methods. In rare cases, your phone will not have an SIM card. This means it uses CDMA technology, and you will have to contact your new carrier to unlock it.
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Do tmobile phones work on Metro PCS?
This is significant because it marks the first time that MetroPCS, which was CDMA-only before the merger, is using T-Mobile's GSM network. The carrier is accepting unlocked iPhones, Android phones, Windows phones, and certain feature phones, but not BlackBerrys, tablets, or hotspots.
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Can I keep my number if I switch to metropcs?
Metro PCS is a prepaid cellular carrier that covers parts of North America. You can transfer your existing number to Metro PCS using a process called local number portability. In most cases, the porting process only takes a few hours, but in porting landline phone numbers, it may take longer.
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How much does it cost for two lines on Metro PCS?
Starting today, August 8th, at MetroPCS, you can get your first line of unlimited LTE data, talk and text for just $50, then add up to four more lines for just $25 per line. Which means, you can now get two unlimited lines for just $75 – period. Taxes and fees included.
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How much does it cost to get your number changed with Metro PCS?
To change your phone number with Metro PCS, you have two options: Go to their website: MetroPCS. Call 888-863-8768 and talk to a customer representative. It will cost $15 to change your phone number.
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Can I use my Verizon phone with Metro PCS?
However now that MetroPCS is a part of T-Mobile they are no longer on the CDMA network they are on the GSM network. CDMA and GSM use a different technology. That means if your Verizon phone is unlocked for international use all you have to do is obtain a new SIM card from MetroPCS and they can switch it over for you.
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How do I speak to a representative at metropcs?
Metro PCS: Call 1-888-8METRO8 or 1-888-863-8768 and keep pressing #. Sprint: Call 1-888-211-4727. Press 4 then 0. Straight Talk: Call 1-877-430-2355.
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What is a ESN change?
A Page Plus esn change is the process of moving one phone off of your Page Plus Cellular phone number, and moving another phone to your Page Plus phone number. There are a few things to consider when doing a Page Plus esn change.
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How do I speak to a person at Spirit Airlines?
If you need to talk to a live person in Spirit Airlines customer service you need to dial 1-801-401-2222 phone number. Then select 5 in the first menu, 1 in the second menu and 6 in the third menu. After that you will be connected to a live customer representative.
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What is the Metro PCS?
MetroPCS (stylized as metroPCS) is a prepaid wireless service in the United States that is part of T-Mobile US, Inc.. MetroPCS provides nationwide talk, text, and data depending on the plan services using GSM, HSPA, HSPA+ and 4G LTE networks.
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Is Metro the same as T Mobile?
T-Mobile is a major US carrier. Metro PCS operates on a MVNO (Mobile Virtual Network Operator) this is basically the same as Strighttalk, Tracfone and Cricket. They are owned by the same company and use the same Towers, but a cricket wireless subscriber will pay MUCH LESS than an AT&T subscriber.
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Is Metro PCS coverage any good?
Unlike T-Mobile's HSPA+ 4G network, MetroPCS's unlimited data plan is LTE-ready: MetroPCS is already rolling out 4G LTE to its service areas, and customers with LTE phones are eligible to use unlimited data on that LTE network. There are a couple of catches. The first, of course, is that MetroPCS is a regional carrier.
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Can you return a phone to metropcs?
If you are dissatisfied with your new phone you can return it to MetroPCS for a full refund. Return policy for phones purchased online: MetroPCS stores and Authorized Dealers cannot accept returns for phones purchased online. The phone must be returned within 30 days of purchase with less than one hour of talk time.
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Is Metro PCS really unlimited data?
MetroPCS now has unlimited 4G LTE plans for $50. Normally going for $60 a month, the unlimited 4G LTE plan ensures that users' data is never throttled. In other words, unlike other data plans, which see declined speeds after customers use a certain amount of data, MetroPCS's plan is truly unlimited.
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How do you activate a used cell phone?
Method 3 Activating a Used Cell Phone
- Purchase a SIM card if your carrier requires one. In order to activate your used phone, you will need to insert a SIM card for your plan.
- Get your IMEI number.
- Call the activation number from your new phone.
- Visit a retail outlet for your carrier.