Obtaining a a new phone may bring to mind the latest model, like Apple iPhone 16 seriesbut not everyone wants the hot new job. There are many reasons to opt for an older phone — either as a backup phone, a first twin device, or for someone with very basic mobile phone needs. If that sounds like you, you might want to consider iPhone 13which is now several generations old, but can still be a decent option for those on a budget and those who aren't ready to have the most powerful device on the market. Not many outlets carry this model yet, but our team of expert bargain hunters managed to find two places where you can not only buy the iPhone 13, but also get it at a deep discount.
If you decide you want a newer model, check out our review of the iPhone 16 deals or best bargains on iPhone 15 right now. But if the iPhone 13 works for you, read below to see where you can get it for cheap.
The iPhone 13 has essentially the same design, screen and A15 Bionic processor as the iPhone 14as well as 5G support and MagSafe charging. It has a 12-megapixel front-facing camera, and the two cameras on the back record stereoscopic 1080p video at 30 frames per second.
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What colors does the iPhone 13 come in?
The iPhone 13 comes in six colors: Green, Pink, Blue, Midnight, Starry White and Product Red. Cases they come in a much wider range of shades and patterns.
How much does the iPhone 13 cost?
iPhone 13 prices start at $599 for 128GB and go up to $699 for 256GB or $899 for 512GB.
Best iPhone 13 deals
Very few retailers and carriers are still selling the iPhone 13, so it's not easy to find deals on them. If you have an older iPhone that you want to trade in, you can save hundreds on a new model — essentially getting the phone for free. We've rounded up the best deals we could find right now, which are currently limited to T-Mobile and Best Buy.
We'll update this page if new offers become available and delete old ones if they expire, so check if your carrier or preferred retailer isn't listed below.
T-Mobile is currently offering up to 50% off a new line and is also offering trade-in discounts. That means you can get the phone for free if the phone you're trading in is good enough. Although not all color variants are in stock, you can still get this phone in red, star or green.
When you buy a new iPhone 13, you can get up to $230 off when you trade in an older phone. You'll also get three free months of Apple TV Plus, Apple Fitness and Apple Music, and four free months of Apple Arcade.
Along with that, you can save an additional $150 by letting Best Buy connect you with a carrier when you buy the phone.
Boost Mobile is offering customers a whopping $400 discount, making this phone just $150 if you sign up for the $60 per month Unlimited Premium plan.
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