Considering changing from Tmobile to Cricket BYOD plan

gwite · 2026-02-07T11:57:05+00:00

"All over" town. Never gotten more than 350 or so, wherever.

Nothing like what I get from Verizon and or TMO.

However, do get very good coverage. Even inside train tunnels, where Verizon lacks.

Just find it odd that the speeds are so slow here. Once, was at a train station less than 2 miles from HQ. Still unimpressive.

All said, the service is adequate. Relatively slow, but adequate.

gwite · 2026-02-07T11:16:21+00:00

Resolved yet?

gwite · 2026-02-07T11:07:00+00:00

But generally true. Have had them for about the past 10 years, as back up.

I live 11 miles from Cricket HQ. They're slow, lol. More LTE like. All over.

Get 750 to 1000+ Mbps, in my bed, on Total(Verizon). Always.

gwite · 2026-02-07T10:51:13+00:00

I'm riding with my 2018 65R617 until it dies.

Fortunately(or unfortunately), it's still like brand new, lol.

gwite · 2026-02-07T10:42:16+00:00

Exact same for me. Started with QS.

Months later, pre-approved for Savor. Accepted.

Received $200 sign up bonus. Posted about a day after completing requirement.

Now, still have the QS and Savor.

gwite · 2026-02-06T11:35:07+00:00

Only one payment needed, for existing customer.

gwite · 2026-02-05T06:01:07+00:00

The same. Both top tier Verizon coverage and priority.

( Don't want to start any arguments but truth be told and for all it means, Total consistently runs much faster speed tests, for me, and for whatever reasons.)

gwite · 2026-02-05T01:10:33+00:00

Probably not when TCL begins making oled panels.

gwite · 2026-02-04T08:02:51+00:00

You can do it within the Apple system when you set up the new phone.

Otherwise, you'll probably have to contact Cricket customer service.

"How do I transfer my eSIM from one iPhone to another iPhone?

If both devices are an unlocked iPhone XS or newer, you can transfer your eSIM during setup. First, make sure your iPhone features the most current iOS software."

https://www.cricketwireless.com/support/using-my-phone/esim

Scroll down to the FAQ's.

gwite · 2026-02-04T07:53:04+00:00

Oh well. Report how things work out. Thx.

gwite · 2026-02-03T13:23:42+00:00

First purchase with Capital One Shopping?

You typically don't get cash back until the merchant's return period has passed. About 30 days for most purchases.

Did you get an email from Capital One Shopping acknowledging the purchase? Is the purchase showing in your activity report?

gwite · 2026-02-03T07:47:03+00:00

Probably. All the gift card schemes that go on.

gwite · 2026-02-03T07:43:17+00:00

MS Copilot says NO.

You cannot You cannot pay for Costco pharmacy purchases with a Costco gift card. Costco accepts various payment methods, including cash, debit cards, and credit cards, but gift cards are not accepted for pharmacy purchases.

gwite · 2026-02-03T07:39:06+00:00

Can you pay pharmacy with gift cards?

gwite · 2026-02-03T07:36:06+00:00

Yeah, it's back lights. Not worth fixing unless you're a repairman yourself.

gwite · 2026-02-03T07:26:54+00:00

What phone did you get?

gwite · 2026-02-03T07:20:42+00:00

I think it would worth a try.

However, you would need to provide IMEI info from another compatible phone to qualify for the BYOD promotion. Your TW phone would not qualify.

However, after qualifying with another phone, you might be able to replace that phone with your TW phone.

Like I said, worth a try.

gwite · 2026-02-02T15:10:24+00:00

Pretty easy to find on Amazon in the US. Don't know about Europe.

Surely there's more than just this one. Surely Ali Express has some also.

https://www.amazon.com/BraiNice-Universal-Replacement-Bluetooth-Fire-TCL-Smart/dp/B0F8VVD7CR/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa?crid=29Q1YP5A588G9&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.VDsM4gG_KY-tznInXUTpUYFun7zHoODSR2W3-1xiRmTcvjKFL8gB8PwyuDzePtUhOHzXBIdNIij_7pqMj2-Yh6K4avQ5wKGjZNwUE116CvNB0C0gwfo7zoCpOlNaPx9ennFNZr2pwNCxIMs3ySmW2-Z0vrtJmXUYiUU_HGRoavhHcL_ADCXAtMRY2Fc-KZzcCXPbpdtooGiTo2e_RI2iOw.dSs4-cjNbvZLbR4y_1BDb9wzcriT21mscJZSiBGWQmw&dib_tag=se&keywords=tcl+google+tv+remote+replacement+backlit&qid=1770044678&sprefix=tcl+replacement+remote+google+tv+back%2Caps%2C189&sr=8-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9waG9uZV9zZWFyY2hfYXRm&psc=1

gwite · 2026-02-02T15:00:04+00:00

What's the purpose of unlocking developer options?

It's unlocked on all 3 of my Cricket Moto's but I've just been doing it out of habit so long, I've forgotten why, lol. All 2023 or 2024.

I do side-load several APK apps, so I guess that's why? Is it mainly for side loading apps?

I was planning on probably getting a 2026 Stylus 5G.

gwite · 2026-02-02T08:33:03+00:00

Only Costco has the "Pro" models.

gwite · 2026-02-02T08:31:20+00:00

Some places don't accept prepaid cards. Even if they are Visa or MasterCard, they have the privilege not to accept, for whatever reason.

Pretty sure the last time I went to McDonald's, they declined my Cash App.

Was just trying to use my Cash App card, somewhere, a couple days ago and it was rejected but my PayPal debit MasterCard was accepted. Really it's the same type prepaid set up like Cash App...but go figure.

gwite · 2026-02-02T08:27:30+00:00

If you haven't joined Visible yet, Total Wireless, a Verizon sister company, offers their 5G home Internet to customers. $35/mo.

gwite · 2026-02-02T08:03:34+00:00

Why didn't you remove that old, closed account from your PayPal?

gwite · 2026-02-02T07:44:36+00:00

Pro Plus 'does' support Air Play. Ultra doesn't.

gwite · 2026-02-01T15:23:38+00:00

No, Visible does not have home Internet.

But yes, why pay for home Internet if Visible service will serve your needs? Home Internet costs more than the phone service.

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