Official MetroPCS BYOD discussion thread

the hulk · Nov 2, 2013

Gman9831 said:
I don't believe tmobile throttles any MVNO unless there's significant congestion on the network
Since they don't throttle Straight Talk and Simple Mobile customers I don't think they would throttle the higher paying metro subscribers

I can tell you they do throttle simple mobile for a fact. I did a side by side comparison T-mobile Note 2 with T-mobile service vs my T-mobile Note 2 with Simple Mobile, my data was almost half of my friends, unless they've changed that.

Gman9831 · Nov 2, 2013

the hulk said:
I can tell you they do throttle simple mobile for a fact. I did a side by side comparison T-mobile Note 2 with T-mobile service vs my T-mobile Note 2 with Simple Mobile, my data was almost half of my friends, unless they've changed that.

Did you see if both were on the same HSPA+ band? By checking *#0011#

the hulk · Nov 2, 2013

Gman9831 said:
Did you see if both were on the same HSPA+ band? By checking *#0011#

honestly, I didn't, it's been a good minute since I did it, we checked they were both running on 4G, I don't remember if LTE was out yet, the note 2 was literally just released at the time.

Gman9831 · Nov 2, 2013

the hulk said:
honestly, I didn't, it's been a good minute since I did it, we checked they were both running on 4G, I don't remember if LTE was out yet, the note 2 was literally just released at the time.

Oh the end of last year they probably were throttling then

Still dont think Simple Mobile has access to LTE

the hulk · Nov 2, 2013

Gman9831 said:
Oh the end of last year they probably were throttling then

Still dont think Simple Mobile has access to LTE

lmfao, see, I'm not totally off lol

montybuttons · Nov 3, 2013

So from what I've gathered, as a new customer, I will need to bring my Nexus 5 to a Metro PCS brick and mortar store so they can register the IMEI with a new SIM?

Or can I order the SIM package online before hand, and just call to sign up for service activate it when my phone arrives?

Gman9831 · Nov 3, 2013

montybuttons said:
So from what I've gathered, as a new customer, I will need to bring my Nexus 5 to a Metro PCS brick and mortar store so they can register the IMEI with a new SIM?

Or can I order the SIM package online before hand, and just call to sign up for service activate it when my phone arrives?

You can order and activate yourself or go to the store (for $15 activation fee) it's just you have to go to the store when switching SIM's

nailzer · Nov 4, 2013

OcalaFlGuy said:
Get a new sim card from the comfort of your own toilet seat.

They're $10 at MetroPCS.com. Non-stop Mothership to house service.

Bruce in Ocala, Fl

What about keeping your current metro phone number? Is that automatic when you activate a BYOD with the metro sim?

Gman9831 · Nov 4, 2013

nailzer said:
What about keeping your current metro phone number? Is that automatic when you activate a BYOD with the metro sim?

Yeah you'll keep the number

FiredupSteve · Nov 4, 2013

I wanted to upgrade my Metro PCS phone to the Galaxy (I717) Note and found that model to be compatible with Metro's new SIM card. I found a ATT Galaxy Note in mint condition on Ebay for 200 that was like new.
I contacted Metro support and they told me that I can simply put in the Metro Sim card and then just transfer my account there.

It sounds to easy but I was wondering if the phone itself would need to be unlocked or what other measures I have to take before I can do this as I don't believe this phone will come unlocked.

Also what is the cheapest way to unlock this phone if I end up having to do so.

I appreciate any help or advice on this.

Joshuah22a · Nov 4, 2013

Att it has to be unlocked.. on tmobile it doesnt matter if it is or isnt..

the hulk · Nov 5, 2013

FiredupSteve said:
I wanted to upgrade my Metro PCS phone to the Galaxy (I717) Note and found that model to be compatible with Metro's new SIM card. I found a ATT Galaxy Note in mint condition on Ebay for 200 that was like new.
I contacted Metro support and they told me that I can simply put in the Metro Sim card and then just transfer my account there.

It sounds to easy but I was wondering if the phone itself would need to be unlocked or what other measures I have to take before I can do this as I don't believe this phone will come unlocked.

Also what is the cheapest way to unlock this phone if I end up having to do so.

I appreciate any help or advice on this.

Don't even waste time on a note 1, you could probably pick up something t-mobile branded for cheaper or around the same price

dportal2006 · Nov 5, 2013

the hulk said:
Don't even waste time on a note 1, you could probably pick up something t-mobile branded for cheaper or around the same price

Might as well buy a Nexus 5. Much better buy.

whatsitsname · Nov 5, 2013

T-Mobile phones have higher chance of being blacklisted. nonpayment or reported stolen.
Old AT&T phones only have to worry about phone reported stolen.

joe3po · Nov 5, 2013

Just put my Nexus 5 on Metro BYOD today.

Loving the speeds. https://www.dropbox.com/sc/o7jaiakhgc3xrgn/2f1nmIStp7

whatsitsname · Nov 5, 2013

joe3po said:
Just put my Nexus 5 on Metro BYOD today. Loving the speeds. https://www.dropbox.com/sc/o7jaiakhgc3xrgn/2f1nmIStp7

Do they still require you to register your device imei and pay $15?

joe3po · Nov 5, 2013

whatsitsname said:
Do they still require you to register your device imei and pay $15?

Yeah had to pay the $15. Not sure if the device imei had to be registered though. The guy just put the sim in & saw that it would work then just asked for my phone number & that was it.

Joshuah22a · Nov 5, 2013

Quick question..im going to buy a note 3 this friday.. the guy is selling it for 550..and he said it works fine..thing is im scared if i buy it and put service on it it will get blacklisted? Because he still has service on it and im pretty sure he hasnt paid it off etc??

Unforgiven · Nov 5, 2013

Joshuah22a said:
Quick question..im going to buy a note 3 this friday.. the guy is selling it for 550..and he said it works fine..thing is im scared if i buy it and put service on it it will get blacklisted? Is it possible?

If you are buying it used, then your best bet is to meet in a Metro PCS store so it can be cleared there as not stolen. From there, you should be all set.

Twin Prime · Nov 5, 2013

whatsitsname said:
Do they still require you to register your device imei and pay $15?

Yes and yes. I just switched over to the Nexus 5 tonight.

the hulk · Nov 6, 2013

Unforgiven said:
If you are buying it used, then your best bet is to meet in a Metro PCS store so it can be cleared there as not stolen. From there, you should be all set.

Even if so, if the device gets blacklisted afterward(for example, 3 weeks after the purchase) supposedly metro will lock it out for lack of a better word.

the hulk · Nov 6, 2013

Joshuah22a said:
Quick question..im going to buy a note 3 this friday.. the guy is selling it for 550..and he said it works fine..thing is im scared if i buy it and put service on it it will get blacklisted? Because he still has service on it and im pretty sure he hasnt paid it off etc??

that's a pretty good price, alot of bad IMEI ones are going for that on ebay, this guy offered to trade my note 2 and $200 for a NIB T-mobile Note 3, either color, still debating to see if they do release an "active" version.

Joshuah22a · Nov 6, 2013

He told me it was paid off he also said he is willing to meet at a tmobile store to confirm it is and that its active..so i guess that is my best bet..

the hulk · Nov 6, 2013

Joshuah22a said:
He told me it was paid off he also said he is willing to meet at a tmobile store to confirm it is and that its active..so i guess that is my best bet..

that or if he does the transfer of service to another device in front of you at the store, so the service of the old device will no longer be active and you'll know its clean slate.

morgankslade · Nov 6, 2013

joe3po said:
Just put my Nexus 5 on Metro BYOD today. Loving the speeds. https://www.dropbox.com/sc/o7jaiakhgc3xrgn/2f1nmIStp7

How did you do it?
UPDATE: Call 1-888-8metro8 from another phone, get tech support have them register your IMEI and SIM S/N. FREE

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