T-Mobile is giving away the Apple iPhone 17 for free — how to redeem

TL;DR: Get the iPhone 17e, iPhone 17, or iPhone 17 Pro for free with T-Mobile.

Motorola is dominating the headlines in the mobile world after releasing "the first new foldables of 2026 in the U.S. market." Will Apple come back with its own foldable design? We're deep in the weeds of leaks, rumors, and renders, but until that time comes, we're focused on the latest iPhone 17 lineup.

And specifically, we're trying to showcase the best deals on the latest tech from Apple.

If you're looking to switch networks or upgrade a device you’ve been holding onto for longer than you should, T-Mobile has dropped a fresh batch of deals to help you get a new iPhone for free:

• Apple iPhone 17e — free when you port your number over from a competitor and activate a new line on almost any T-Mobile postpaid service plan.

• Apple iPhone 17 — free when you switch and bring your number on an Experience Beyond or Better Value plan.

• Apple iPhone 17 Pro — free when you hand over an eligible smartphone in any condition on an Experience Beyond plan.

The total retail cost of your iPhone is offset by 24 consecutive monthly bill credits. Your monthly statement will show a charge for the financing of the phone, immediately followed by an equal credit balancing that charge to $0. That means you are entering a 24-month commitment with the network.

If you decide to cancel your service or switch provider before the end of the contract, the remaining unpaid balance on the phone will be due immediately.

You will need to pay taxes and a $35 activation charge, but that's a small price to pay for a new iPhone that delivers a "great camera, beautiful display, 256GB of storage, fast performance, and long battery life."

Score the latest iPhone 17 lineup for free with T-Mobile.