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One of the smartest back-to-school hacks this year has nothing to do with school supplies. Whether your teen has been asking for their first iPhone, heading to high school, staying after school for sports, or you need to track them down to relay important information, having a reliable phone has become a necessity rather than a luxury. The good news? You don’t have to spend premium pricing on their first iPhone. Boost Mobile makes back-to-school shopping easier with budget-friendly deals, including the iPhone 16e for just $149.99 and affordable wireless plans that help keep you connected throughout the school year.

A smartphone isn’t just a “cool” back-to-school accessory; it also helps them stay on top of communication with parents, access school apps, check assignments, and more. But with an iPhone comes many unexpected costs for parents, in addition to the already expensive device, which typically runs over $1,000. That’s where Boost Mobile comes in.

Boost Mobile makes services more accessible to everyday families. The carrier combines affordable pricing with flexible prepaid plans, so parents don’t have to worry about long-term contracts or credit checks when adding a new line. With nationwide coverage, unlimited plan options, and perks like free activation and a 30-day money-back guarantee, Boost Mobile eliminates the stress and surprise costs of getting your teens set up with their first phone.

Boost Mobile delivers the tech that students need while also providing a wallet-friendly plans that parents will appreciate. The back-to-school products include the iPhone 16e for $149.99, Samsung Galaxy A16 Free, and 5G Tablets starting at $59.99.”

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The standout offer is the iPhone 16e, available for $149.99 and providing the same features and reliability as an iPhone without the hefty price tag. To take advantage of the offer, customers purchase the iPhone 16e for $149.99 on Boost Mobile’s $60 Unlimited Premium Plan.

Even after the promotional period, Boost Mobile continues to offer parents plans that fit their budgets, without long-term contracts or credit checks, making it easy to stay connected throughout the school year. For those looking to save even more, Boost Mobile is also providing an Unlimited plan for $10 per month for the first three months to eligible new customers when you bring your own phone, then transitioning to its regular monthly rate of $25 forever.

And if your teen prefers something other than an iPhone, don’t miss the back-to-school savings on options like the Samsung Galaxy A16 5G for $0—yes, $0—when you prepay for 2 months of the $50 Unlimited+ Plan.

Parents are already talking about Boost Mobile’s deals.

“Great deal on phones for my kids and as always great service and monthly rates,” a reviewer wrote.

“I just needed an extra line for my teen kid, and Boost has affordable prices,” another parent shared. “The sign-up was super easy. No extra charges or hidden fees. I was impressed.”

A teen also chimed in: “Love better than T-Mobile … I say that because I live on campus and there are places that T-Mobile doesn’t work that Boost does.”

Back-to-school shopping doesn’t have to mean blowing your budget, especially when it comes to tech. Whether you’re buying your teen their first smartphone or replacing an older device before classes begin, Boost Mobile’s latest deals help you stay connected without the luxury price tag.