Question 1

What are AT&T’s best deals on cell phones like the iPhone 16?

Accepted Answer

AT&T customers can get the iPhone 16 on us, guaranteed.1 That means you can get up to $830 off iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus or up to $1,000 off Apple iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max when you trade in an eligible smartphone. This deal is available online and in AT&T retail stores. Plus, with AT&T Next Up AnytimeSM,2 you can get the latest iPhone every year.

Already have a smartphone with AT&T WirelessSM and want to upgrade to an iPhone 16? You can get the same deals on the latest iPhones as a new customer would—check to see if you’re eligible to switch to the latest iPhone and read more about our awesome cell phone deals..

1With eligible trade-in. Subject to change. Terms and restrictions apply. iPhone 16 guarantee limited to current trade-in offer (up to $830 off w/ min. $130 trade-in value) for new and existing consumer postpaid wireless customers. Offer subject to change. 128GB on us after 36 monthly credits. Requires purchase on installment plan & qualifying wireless service. Well-qualified customers only. Restrictions apply.

2Early upgrade elig. with qual. turn in. $0 offer may not be available on latest iPhone. Next Up Anytime feature may be discontinued at any time. Limits & restr’s apply

Question 2

Does AT&T offer free phones?

Accepted Answer

Whether you’re a current or a new customer, you can get monthly bill credits with an eligible trade-in that go toward the cost of your phone. So, by the end of your qualified installment plan, those monthly bill credits could pay for some, most, or (minus taxes) your entire phone.

Whether you’re in the market for a new iPhone 16 Pro Max or one of the newest Android phones, like the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL—you have options besides paying for the full cost of the phone upfront.

Question 3

What are AT&T’s best deals on cell phones, like the new Galaxy S24 and Z series?

Accepted Answer

Learn how to get a smartphone deal at AT&T. Sign up with any of our three choices of unlimited data plans and purchase your phone on an AT&T Installment Plan^SM. You can then check to see if you’re eligible for our best cell phone deals. Some offers require an eligible trade-in. Learn more about the great deals AT&T offers on new smartphones for both new and existing users
  
If you already have a cell phone with AT&T Wireless^SM, you may be eligible for an upgrade. Existing customers get the same great deals as our new customers and qualify even if they have one of our legacy unlimited plans. You may wish to check your upgrade eligibility and learn more about our best cell phone offers. You can upgrade to new phones, like the Samsung Galaxy S24, iPhone 15, Galaxy Z Flip6 and Z Fold6, and Google Pixel 9.
  
If you’d like to upgrade your device early, you may be interested in AT&T Next Up Anytime^SM when you purchase your next smartphone. With this program, you can upgrade to a new cell phone when you turn in your current device after making one payment. You can upgrade with our best deals after paying off one-third of your device. AT&T Next Up Anytime is a popular option for early adopters who never want to miss the newest device. 

Question 4

Does AT&T have an offer to switch cell phone providers?

Accepted Answer

There are many great reasons to switch to AT&T from Verizon, T-Mobile, or another carrier. For one, every AT&T customer, both new and current, gets our best deals on every smartphone (offers vary by device/model). But more than deals, AT&T deeply cares about the safety and security of our customers. That’s why every wireless plan includes AT&T ActiveArmor^SM mobile security, a free app* to block those annoying spam calls, and more.

You may be eligible to get an unlimited plan with AT&T Value Plus^SM VL for $25 a month for up to 36 months, when you switch to AT&T and bring four lines. See att.com/byod for more details.

If you wish to cancel your wireless service with Verizon, call 866.917.5611.

If you wish to cancel your wireless service with T-Mobile, call 877.344.0028.

Learn more about switching to AT&T, including why you should make the switch, how to make the switch, how to keep your existing phone number, and what you should know about switching carriers.

*Requires compatible device/service and download of ActiveArmor app. Other terms and restr’s apply. May not detect all threats. Data charges may apply. Learn more

Question 5

Should I trade in my cell phone?

Accepted Answer

There are a lot of benefits to trading in your old phone. Maybe you are an early tech adopter and can’t wait to have the new Samsung Galaxy S24. When you trade in an old device, you could receive the value of your old phone while upgrading to a new phone with the latest features and updates. Plus, AT&T gives old phones a second life or recycles them, so chalk up another win for sustainability, too.    

Checking the trade-in value of your phone is fast and easy. Just head over to AT&T trade-in and complete a few quick steps:   

Select the phone or device you want to trade in.
Answer a few questions about the model and condition.
Get your instant trade-in quote.

When you trade-in an old device, you may get bill credits for a qualifying trade-in device or an AT&T promotion card for your old device.

Read more about the AT&T Trade-in program. 

Question 6

Is it better to buy a phone outright or buy a phone on an installment plan?

Accepted Answer

Buying a smartphone, including iPhone, outright will reduce your monthly payments. However, the cost of buying a smartphone outright and buying on an installment plan are ultimately the same. That’s because AT&T offers 0% APR for 36 months for well-qualified customers with the AT&T Installment Plan. In fact, if you buy a smartphone that qualifies for a promotion requiring an installment plan, the cost of the phone on an installment plan may work out to be less than the cost of the smartphone bought outright (without the promotion). 

AT&T also offers the AT&T Installment Plan with AT&T Next Up Anytime. For an extra $10 per month, you may become upgrade-eligible early by turning in your current device for a new one after paying off one-third of the device cost. (The $10 per month AT&T Next Up Anytime charge doesn’t apply toward the installment balance owed on your device.) 

Learn more about the AT&T Installment Plan with Next Up Anytime

Question 7

Does AT&T offer deals and discounts on wireless plans?

Accepted Answer

There are several ways to save on your AT&T bill. AT&T offers its best smartphone deals to new and existing customers. You can learn more about AT&T’s best deals and offers.

One great way to save is by bundling AT&T services. If you’re new to AT&T, you can get AT&T Fiber service, where available, starting at $35 a month plus taxes and fees when you add an eligible AT&T unlimited plan.¹If you already have AT&T Wireless service, you can add AT&T Fiber service starting at $35 a month plus taxes and fees.¹ That’s a savings of $20 per month on your internet bill! If you have AT&T Fiber and add wireless service, you’re also eligible to save $20 per month on your internet bill.

Some customers may be eligible to save money on their monthly bill through the AT&T Signature Program, a discount program that offers benefits to eligible employees, students, and others associated with certain companies, universities, and organizations that have a qualifying service agreement with AT&T. With the AT&T Signature Program discount, you could save $10 a month per line up to five phone lines on our best unlimited plan.² You can learn more about the AT&T Signature Program, how to determine if you’re eligible and how to enroll.

¹Price after discounts: $5 per month with AutoPay and paperless billing; $20 per month with eligible AT&T postpaid wireless service (minimum $75 per month before discounts for a single line). Limited availability in select areas.
²Req’s proof of eligibility. Credit(s) within 2 bill cycles. $10/mo. per phone line discount applies only to phone lines 1-5.

Question 8

What is the cheapest phone for kids?

Accepted Answer

When shopping for a cell phone for kids, you might consider which features are important, if parental control options are available, durability of the device and your budget.

You can search for inexpensive kid phones, specifically if price matters most to you, or you can search by features. For example, if you only need basic calling for emergencies, choosing a smartphone with the biggest memory and fastest processor may not make much sense. You'll also need to think about what wireless plan you'll connect their device to so that they have service. If you're a current AT&T Wireless customer, you may be able to simply add a line to your existing wireless plan.

Another low-budget option is getting a classic flip phone with a prepaid plan for your kid to use in emergencies. Pricing of cell phones for kids varies depending on the type of device and additional features available and usually starts around $75. At the bottom of the price range, you'll get simple models which let you communicate with your child but won't have internet access, parental controls, or GPS features. A more expensive device will have many more features and internet access but may cost you over $1,900 if purchased outright.

If you think your kid is responsible and ready for a smartphone, you can explore popular phones like Apple iPhone 15, Samsung Galaxy A14, or Samsung Galaxy S21 FE. There are also wearables for kids, such as the new AmiGO Jr watch. They are durable and have access to the internet and apps—but you can still monitor them when you activate parental controls.

Read more about how to know when your kid is ready for a phone, things to consider when shopping for a device, apps to help you manage screen time and more.

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