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Back-to-school shopping usually means backpacks, notebooks and dorm-room basics. But for many families, a phone plan — or a first phone — has become just as essential.
Boost Mobile is leaning into that rite of passage with a slate of back-to-school tech deals aimed at parents looking to get their kids connected without committing to a traditional wireless contract. The carrier’s current offers include an iPhone 16e deal, a free Samsung Galaxy A16 5G promotion, discounted 5G tablets and a bring-your-own-phone plan starting at $10 per month for the first three months, then $25 Forever.
The standout offer is the iPhone 16e, which is down to $149.99 when you prepay for two months through their $60 Unlimited Premium Plan. The device is positioned as an entry point into Apple’s current iPhone lineup, and also comes with AppleCare availability through Boost Protect.
For families looking for a lower-cost Android option, Boost Mobile is also promoting the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G as a free phone offer, along with 5G tablets starting at $59.99 through its back-to-school campaign. The tablet deal is geared toward students who need a portable screen for homework, streaming, video calls or travel, without the price tag of a full laptop.
