{
  "id": 14175905,
  "title": "The Apple iPhone 17 is almost free this week — how to claim",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/the-apple-iphone-17-is-almost-free-this-week-how-to-claim",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-13T10:07:56.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Mashable",
    "slug": "mashable",
    "url": "https://mashable.com/tech/oct-13-free-apple-iphone-17-deal"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Apple iPhone 17 can be yours for less than $100 this week through a special offer from T-Mobile. To take advantage of this deal, customers need to switch to a T-Mobile plan, such as Experience More or Experience Beyond, and bring their existing phone number. No trade-in is required to claim this offer, which is a significant advantage over other phone deals.\n\nThe iPhone 17e, the only iPhone model available for free with T-Mobile right now, is not priced at $0 at the moment. However, when you switch to one of their plans and bring your number, the phone's cost is spread across 36 monthly bill credits. This effectively means that the cost is divided over a three-year period.\n\nIt's essential to note that if you cancel or switch carriers before the three-year agreement is up, you will be responsible for paying the remaining balance immediately. Additionally, you will need to pay state sales tax on the phone's full retail value upfront. Moreover, there is a standard $35 device connection fee per line that needs to be covered at checkout.\n\nDespite these considerations, this deal presents an excellent opportunity for those looking to upgrade to a top-tier phone without putting a significant dent in their bank account. T-Mobile is an excellent place to look for the best smartphone deals, and this offer on the iPhone 17e is just one example of their commitment to providing affordable options for their customers.",
  "summary": "How to get the Apple iPhone 17 for free. The iPhone 17 is under $100 when you bring your number on an Experience More or Experience Beyond plan (no trade-in needed).",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}