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T-Mobile doubles device discounts Story flow and key facts
T-Mobile has updated its smartphone discount policy, now allowing up to four discounted devices per account—double the previous limit of two. The change aims to make multi-line plans more attractive for larger households and improve competitiveness in a crowded wireless market. The update applies to both new customers and certain long-term subscribers on promotions like 'Line On Us'.
While the policy expansion increases flexibility, eligibility rules still apply. Customers who received free lines through buy-one-get-one (BOGO) deals, for example, cannot stack additional device discounts on those lines. T-Mobile says the move responds to customer feedback and aims to reduce barriers for families considering a carrier switch.
The change positions T-Mobile as more family-friendly compared to rivals, though promotional combinations remain restricted to manage costs. The carrier recently introduced other customer-focused features, including an AI-powered system to handle spam calls, signaling a broader push to enhance value beyond pricing.
Facts
- T-Mobile now allows up to four discounted smartphones per account, up from two previously.
- The policy change applies to both new customers and certain long-term subscribers on 'Line On Us' promotions.
- Customers with free lines from BOGO deals are not eligible for additional device discounts on those lines.
- The update responds to customer demand for more flexible family plan options.
- T-Mobile recently launched an AI system to handle spam calls, part of broader customer value improvements.
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