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How much is it to flash a phone to MetroPCS?
Called MetroFlash, the service will cost customers $30 and then they can get unlimited local, long distance, voicemail and text messaging from MetroPCS for $40 per month (the first month of service is free).
Can you flash a Metro phone?
GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) phones can’t be flashed (like AT and T-Mobile). Metro, Sprint, Cricket, Boost, Verizon and many others are CDMA and thus can be flashed because they’re not controlled by the SIM card.
How do I manually flash my phone?
How to flash a phone manually
- Step 1: Backup your phone’s data. Photo: @Francesco Carta fotografo.
- Step 2: Unlock bootloader/ root your phone. The screen of a phone’s unlocked bootloader.
- Step 3: Download custom ROM. Photo: pixabay.com, @kalhh.
- Step 4: Boot phone into recovery mode.
- Step 5: Flashing ROM to your android phone.
Can I flash a Verizon phone to MetroPCS?
Verizon, U.S Cellular, Sprint, and other CDMA Carriers: For example, Barring the iPhone 4 all Verizon and U.S Cellular iPhones are compatible with MetroPCS. That said, a majority of other phones that have been using Sprint, Verizon or US Cellular networks will not work with MetroPCS.
How do I know if my phone is compatible with MetroPCS?
Use the IMEI number to check if your phone is compatible with Metro by T-Mobile’s network. Once your compatible phone is unlocked, purchase a Metro SIM Card and choose a Metro rate plan. Replace your old cell phone provider’s SIM card in your phone with the new Metro SIM Card after you have activated your Metro plan.
How can I activate my MetroPCS phone for free?
Activate a Metro device
- Activate your phone by dialing 228 on your Metro device.
- Follow the instructions and enter your account information.
- You will need to pay your first bill and then your phone should be activated.
Can I activate my MetroPCS phone online?
Yes, new customers can activate up to five lines through the Online Activation Tool. Existing customers need to activate new lines by visiting a Metro by T-Mobile store or by calling Customer Care at 1-888-8metro8.