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[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] bartolo5:
Just called again and got someone pretty confident that any lines opened after October 4th would qualify, so I went ahead and opened an account with the promo code mentioned here. Only question is "where did I hear from promo", and I said 'from a friend', didn't want to lie, and there were no more questions asked and order is now in process... let's see when I get the SIM
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] JimSmith94:
One of the reps I talked to also said the 4th.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] bartolo5:
Depends on your credit. I had to pay $0 upfront with free SIM and free shipping. $70/month all in setting up autopay. Plan to wait 4 months until I get both rebates $100 + $325 and then reasses where we are. I may stay with them.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] JimSmith94:
Did she tell you to call the Advantage program number back after you receive your phone and do you know why? The guy I talked to there said I can call regular support and merge this line with my existing line when my SIM gets here.

A regular support guy said that when my phone arrives, to go to http://www.t-mobile.com/promotions/ and use promo code 17PIXEL2HALF within 30 days, beginning no sooner than October 18. I read the same information in this TMO thread: https://support.t-mobile.com/thread/141956
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] bigdave79:
Might be a bit different as you're already a T-mobile customer. I am not so I think I'd have to call the Advantage line to get the $100 promotion at which time they will probably be able to sign me up for a new line and the Pixel 2 promotion at the same time.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] stinger4321:
Im not willing to give them my ssn .. they could send you to collections for the gift card.. or another place for your info to get hacked never know.. either way your paying 280$ for service for 425 discount.. but the 100$ could take 4+ months.. better off just paying the T-Mobile prepaid for 45$ a month in long run..70$ is way to much
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] JimSmith94:
I only had to give them the last four numbers of my SSN, but it might have been that they already had the whole number when I first signed up for my main account. I don't remember.

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The way I understand it is that you can't sign up for the promotion until you have the phone in hand. You'll have to enter the IMEI when you register for the promo.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] valdezpa09:
Just so you know, you don't have to add a line to get it. There is a promo code to use
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] JimSmith94:
What a tease! What's the promo code???
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] SlimJ87D:
Will this work of we open a T-mobile plan at Costco?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] valdezpa09:
It will because it is a full T-Mobile promotion, you will probably just have to call them.

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https://promotions.t-mobile.com/OfferSearch

And promotional code is 17PIXEL2HALF
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] resonantentropy:
That's the promo code that requires the new line of qualifying service.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] valdezpa09:
Not according to the three separate about reps I asked yesterday.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] resonantentropy:
I'm pretty confident the reps are wrong, because that's the promo code used for the deal requiring the addition of the new line:

https://www.reddit.com/r/tmobile/comments/75jgkk/pixel_2_promo_information/
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] stroths:
https://support.t-mobile.com/thread/141956

"After you receive the devices, you can visit a store or call our activation team at 1-800-TMobile to activate your lines on our T-Mobile One plan. After you have activated the lines, you will need to submit for a rebate on www.t-mobile.com/promotions using the code 17PIXEL2HALF within 30 days, beginning no sooner than October 18. If you are porting in a number, please ensure the port-in has completed and you redeem with your permanent number"
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] resonantentropy:
You missed this part in the fine print:

"Qual'g credit, new line of qualifying service, & proof of purchase from original retailer by 12/2/17."
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] FMXP:
Wait...by 12/2/17?

T-Mobile hasn't officially announced an end to the promotion on their site. But it's awfully convenient that the fine print says you have to claim it by 12/2/17. Hmm.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] SMARTPHONEPC:
I may try (https://www.t-mobile.com/offers/google-pixel-2-offer + calling "844-786-2964 and use promo code PASSPORT1 you will get an additional $100 prepaid card and a free sim". I currently use a prepaid T-Mobile $30/mo plan (unlimited data-text 100 min voice). I could add a new line & cancel after 2 months?

I'm currently using an unlocked V20 (US996 I got a few months back for $350 new) which I love for its removable battery, microSD, 2nd screen is actually useful, quad-DAC, super customizable but its low light camera performance is sad compared to my Nexus 6P. When I checked out the Pixel 2 XL in a Verizon store tonight for ~30 minutes before they closed, I did think the screen could be brighter for what they are charging (Samsung Note 8 & S8+ seem much brighter) but not a deal breaker-seemed slightly brighter or comparable to my V20 brightness in brief tests, happy to get back dual front facing stereo speakers & latest updates. The PIP of Oreo didn't seem to work despite PIP settings but maybe was a store demo issue..anyone get PIP working in a Verizon Store?

To replace my $750 Note 4, I was able to get a 64GB Nexus 6P when it first came out for $499 which I used as a primary device until its rapid battery degradation (its enclosed battery replacement was obviously much more of a hassle than a removable battery) & fingerprint sensor slowdown with Android updates that I hope doesn't afflict the Pixel 2 XL.. I still hope the V20 won't be the last high end device ever with a removable battery.. I'm looking forward to Pixel 2 XL reviews & iFixit repairability scores, hopefully this week..?

BTW, would any of these prepaid promotion cards be expected to trigger tax forms like 1099 etc? -Thx
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] JimSmith94:
Here's a follow up on my T-Mobile Advantage program experience. My SIM card arrived today so as the rep said, I called T-Mobile to give them the SIM number which is now activated. Even though it had to be added as a new line through Advantage, the T-Mobile agent said it has already been combined with my existing plan. That means instead of a new $70 line, it is a $10 add on line. :)

Assuming this all works as described, I just wait for my phone so I can submit for the $325 T-Mobile promo card and the $100 card from Advantage. Once they arrive I'll cancel the second line.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] AndrasLOHF:
I plan on jumping to this. Question though....does the T-Mobile plans needed for this allow wifi calling/messaging? I used to have T-Mobile and have Project Fi now so I know the coverage in my area. I know that at home T-Mobile give zero signal and I rely on the wifi.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] JimSmith94:
The promo says you have to "add a line of T-Mobile ONE or select Simple Choice Unlimited plans". I know the T-Mobile ONE plan has WiFi calling but I'm not sure about the Simple Choice plan. I had one line on the T-Mobile ONE 55+ plan that does have WiFi calling and the second line was added to that plan for $10.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] bartolo5:
There is someone on reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/GooglePixe...ing_tmobile_promotion_for_existing_customers/ that claims that the 'activation team' told him you have to keep the line opened for 6 months, otherwise they'll charge the $325 back in your account....
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] aloxotls:
I thinking that I could port my T-mobile number to Project Fi, that should be only $30, and then adding the number back over to my T-mobile account, which is 25 activation fee for adding the new line, to get the 325 credit. Is there any reason that this will not work? I talk to a rep and the T-mobile store and he said that he did not see any problems with it, but wanted other people's opinion.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] jagman96:
I hope not. I don't want another line but I'd like a $325 gift card ;). Another $100 would be nice, too.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] bartolo5:
Got my SIM today and it was already activated for the PASSPORT1 promo. Hopefully the $100 rebate is in progress. Will now apply for the Pixel rebate.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] iamjimmy:
I am not on Tmobile right now and would be a new customer. My Pixel XL 2 won't be arriving until mid November.

Do I have to wait for the phone to arrive before doing the PASSPORT1 promo?

If I call the number and they open my account and ship the SIM, will they start charging me right away?

I was planning to maintain my current service. Wait for Pixel XL 2. Then shift to Tmobile when the phone arrives and activate the SIM and do the Pixel 2 promo. Can I do any of it now without the phone arriving?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] JimSmith94:
I got my new SIM, activated it, and my new phone number is listed on my account. I'd like to know if we can apply for the rebate before the phone arrives too.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] bartolo5:
So I went through the paces of the rebate and the end it asks you for 'proof of purchase that shows IMEI'. Google Store receipt is fine because it shows the IMEI once phone is shipped. But it also shows the shipping status, so I'd definitely wait for it to be delivered so the receipt shows delivered as well.

Do you actually have to activate anything? Mine was already activated. Popped it in and had a local number assigned and was able to make and receive calls. Online sign up also works and so does qualification for Pixel 2 promo.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] JimSmith94:
That makes sense, thanks! The receipt and IMEI would be the only way for them to know that you really bought a Pixel 2 XL.

As for activation, the Advantage program guy said to call T-Mobile when my SIM arrived. I had to read the SIM number to them, then they said my phone was activated, and to just install the SIM when the phone arrives. My new phone number is listed on the website, but I didn't check to see if it was there before I called in.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] sitnlow4life:
Spoke to the T-Mobile rep today ...

I have a grandfather's simple unlimited everything plan with 3 lines on it .

I pay $145 a month now .

For me to add a line for this promotion I would have to migrate all my lines over to the new T-Mobile one plan .

My bill would increase by $40 a month for the extra line .

You have to keep the new line for 120 days plus pay $25 for a sim card .

So essentially I would only get $140.00

Really not worth the hassle honestly, I have no use for the 4th line .
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] AndreaCristiano:
Agree 100%. I have the two lines for 100 plus a third line free and the 20% off for hookup. The most my bill is 72.00 !!! A month and when my wife doesn’t use two GB it’s 64. A month !!! If I did this promo it would raise my bill by 100.00 a month so not Worth the 325
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] SMARTPHONEPC:
Terms state 6-8 Weeks from qualifying new line activation (not 6 months)..:good:

Only potential gotcha out of our control (most likely minor at this point) I see there is "for a limited time" & "on average" in the "until the rebate has been processed which takes, on average, 6-8 weeks from the time of activation" Anyone actually see contradictory or gotcha terms (i.e. not hearsay:rolleyes:) because otherwise seems worth a try if interested enough in the Pixel 2 XL on T-Mobile? Link with full terms below -Thx

https://www.t-mobile.com/offers/google-pixel-2-offer

"What’s the deal with the Pixel offer?

Starting October 17, 2017, for a limited time, customers who bring their Google Pixel 2 or Pixel 2 XL to T-Mobile, and purchase a new voice line of service (or add a voice line for existing customers) on a qualifying rate plan for each eligible Pixel 2 or Pixel 2 XL will get $325 via rebate – that’s up to 50% back!

Show us proof of purchase for your Pixel 2 or Pixel 2 XL via our online redemption site, and we’ll mail you a prepaid MasterCard worth 50% of the MSRP of the 64GB Pixel 2.

Device must be being used on our Network and all lines on the account, including the newly added lines, must remain active and in good standing until the rebate has been processed which takes, on average, 6-8 weeks from the time of activation

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[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] capsnbottles:
This just worked for me, I am adding the Pixel xl 2 as my 5th line, and probably returning the pixel before 2 week period, but activating on tmobile first. I will use the 425 towards a pixel xl 2 from google, mine was from verizon damn bootloader lock!

Also will be jumping my number (galaxy s8+) to the LG V30 and taking part in there $500 promo. Thank you to the person that gave this info out, huge help
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] Aoude.:
How to use correctly?

What is the order in which I want to go about using these promos (mainly the PASSPORT1 promo)? Do I use the promo before opening the new line? Also, does anyone know if PASSPORT1 can be used for multiple lines?

From what I understand PASSPORT1 will give me $100 and a free SIM. Since the SIM is free do I use this at the store and tell the T-mobile rep the promo when I go to open a new line?

Then after getting the SIMs and activating them in my Pixel 2 / 2 xl I can complete the Pixel promos online as usual.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] BrokenWall:
I will just give a hint, there are better ways to reach out to T-Mobile to get your rebate and voice your concern as a customer.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] Aoude.:
No offense but that hint is really unhelpful. And I have no concern as a customer, I'm just trying to maximize this rebate offer as best as I can when I get my phones.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] gabestover:
Is the PASSPORT1 promo still supposed to be working? I just got my Pixel 2 XL a couple days ago, found this thread a couple minutes ago and tried the code. The rep I spoke with said the code was expired, but couldn't tell me when it actually expired.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] BrokenWall:
I worked with a customer service rep and was able to get a full 50% of my 2XL and not add a line. I already received my refund.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] Aoude.:
Thanks for that. Do you happen to be a long-time customer and used that as leverage? I have only been with a T-mobile for several months but not yet a full year.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] BrokenWall:
I have been with T-Mobile for 4 years or so, I also mentioned the fact that most all their benefits require add a line and the fact of being a person with only 1 line with only 1 number and that adding a line, I would be better off going to AT&T or Verizon as it would be cheaper (even by $10)
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] Aoude.:
That's pretty great that you could do that. I'm on T-mobile One with my family so we have 6 individual lines already. Since the cost of a line would only be $20-30 I'm not sure I can pull such a great deal, but I will definitely give it a shot.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] rsbenedict:
Report back if you do.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] Aoude.:
Will do. 2 xl is coming Nov 1-3, regular 2 is Nov 2-6.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] JimSmith94:
I did the PASSPORT1 promo and that opened a new line. I called T-Mobile with the new SIM number when it arrived, there's no need to tell the rep about the promo. That activated the new line and I see my new phone number in my account online. Once I get the invoice and IMEI, I'll apply for the T-Mobile rebate. When my phone gets here, I can just insert the SIM and use the phone, no other activation is needed.

I think/hope that activating the SIM is all that is needed to do, as I plan to use my old SIM in the new phone and cancel the new line when I get both prepaid cards. Can anyone confirm that or do I need to use the new SIM at least a little to show some activity on that line before canceling?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] capsnbottles:
I can confirm that your new sim will be fine. I bought my from verizon on launch day, took it home, took out my tmobile sim from my s8+ and booted my pixel xl 2 right up with no issues. I am waiting on the sim they sent me yesterday as part of the passport promo. I will never use that sim

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Did they give you bill credits? They did that to me last year instead of sending rebate card, all equals out the same in the end. Just curious, as I might get another pixel xl 2 for the wife
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] js042507:
Ok. I am totally confused! TMobile f*ing sucks. I just talked to a representative a little while ago for about a half hour and she told me at first I didn't have to use the new sim/line on my pixel. Then she came back and said that I absolutely needed to use my new line. I have been told by other representatives in the past that I didn't. I think they are all stupid, and I want to use my old number, but now I'm worried I'll get denied for the rebate. UGH. Also, she first said that I could close my old and keep the new one and it would convert my plan back to my 2 lines unlimited. And she also said that it would still qualify me for the pixel promotion. Then a little while after she said I had to keep all 3 lines active. OMG!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] BrokenWall:
Nope got the full rebate on a Card, in fact it only took a week for me to get it.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] capsnbottles:
I opened that extra like but am not using it. I will keep using the pixel on my main number and get the bill credits money by now using data, will only end up costing me 10 bucks for the extra line until I close it after I get rebate card
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] THEbigSWEEN:
That's complete BS, because I just called them and used the PASSPORT1 promo code today. The rep didn't ask any follow up questions about how I got the code, just asked early on in the call if I had any promo codes and that was it.

New customer and activating a new phone number as I'm financing through Project Fi, so just going to have my calls and texts forwarded to the new T-Mobile number. He said about 3 billing cycles for the PASSPORT1, then about 8 weeks for the Pixel 2 offer, so hopefully in 3 months I'll have both cards and then I'll cancel the line and be up $245!! :good::good:
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] underscore_overscore:
Can I transfer my existing number to T-mobile when utilizing these offers? I'm on H2O prepaid and planning to switch to TMo to get these offers and eventually switch to Project Fi after few months.

Can all this be done while retaining my existing phone number?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] Pappy35:
So, there's no gotcha at all about the card? If I jump over to T-Mobile for a month or two (however long it takes me to get it and figure out if the coverage is better where I go) and then cancel they don't want the money back??? That seems almost insane.

I was on AT&T for years and got basically no service at work. FInally switched carriers (Verizon) and now have great service at work but a lot of other places where it's not working at all. I've been meaning to try T-Mobile next and this is quite a tempting offer. For nearly a thousand dollars I'm not willing to tolerate the screen problems at all but for $300+ less I would be much more forgiving. I might just be tempted to place a new order (I just cancelled my order over all this screen mess).
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] js042507:
I talked to a representative today and she told me that she couldn't find this promo. And she could only find one for a $25 rebate (which is actually accurate, because it shows this on the Passport Advantage website). I did, however, mention this $100 promo when I added my new line a week or so back. And that lady did tell me I was all good. But the woman today said she only saw the Pixel promo on my account. So, the moral of my story is....T-Mobile is completely stupid and I don't care about these dumb promos anymore. If I don't get my $325 at least, I'm threatening to cancel because they are idiots!!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] THEbigSWEEN:
Shouldn't be a problem. The guy I talked to today asked about if I was porting a number or getting a new one, and when I got on Fi about a year ago I brought my number over from Verizon, so you shouldn't have any issues keeping your same number.

It does seem insane or like there's got to be some kind of "gotcha!" but I scoured the fine print and all it says is that 6-8 weeks for rebate card to be processed and that the phone has to be active and in good standing on the network at the time of processing. Nothing about "line must be active for 6 months time yada yada yada..." If you do the PASSPORT1 promo, he said that can take 3 billing cycles. Hopefully I get them both after 2, then I'll be up $305 :fingers-crossed: ($425 minus the $120 I'll be paying for the 2 months service w/ auto-pay and kickback)
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] iamjimmy:
Once you order the SIM at the 844 number, do you know if they start billing right away? Or is the billing started after you receive the SIM and activate it.

So basically I'm with Prepaid AT&T right now and am all paid up until Nov 25th. I get my Pixel 2 XL around the same time. I was intending to activate the new Tmobil line only after I receive the Pixel.

So If I call today and ask them to deliver the SIM and open a new line, would they start charging right away? Or can I wait till November to activate my SIM until the Pixel 2 XL arrives?
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] THEbigSWEEN:
That I'm actually not sure about, you'd probably have to contact them to find out or maybe it's on the sites FAQ. Hopefully it's not until you activate, but I haven't created a login yet to see if they actually have a number listed under my account.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] Wickidmasshole:
As long as you get the sim card through the 844 # no matter how you activate it you will be sent out the $100 gift card- i had to call yesterday bc i activated it though the regular t-mobile number and thought i screwed myself, but the guy at the 844# said i was all good because i had gotten the sim through them.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] blcklab:
I'm on a cheaper plan. A couple years ago I got four lines for $120. Even with taxes at cetera it's still less than the $40 per line. However the plan is not eligible for the promotion. I'd be happy to add an extra line for a month or two to save the money
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] js042507:
That's reassuring. I'm going to call that 844 number again and confirm if my $100 promo was activated. Thanks.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] chillmeow:
Did you get a new SIM card?

Thanks!
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] BrokenWall:
Nope, I will just have it activated with the sim it comes with, or run up to the store and get one. I still only show one line on my account and everything is good. I didn't go through any special promos or anything to get my deal. I simply voiced my concern via valid channels and was well taken care of.
[Google Pixel 2 XL Questions & Answers] JimSmith94:
Yes you can keep your number. Just be sure to wait until your permanent number is active before you apply for the T-Mobile rebate and use that number instead of the new number the account comes with.