T-Mobile is giving away the Apple iPhone 17 for free — how to claim this weekend
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Carriers eating the upfront cost of iPhone 17-class devices keeps the high-end smartphone installed base refreshed, which matters if your product depends on modern sensors or on-device AI. Treat these promos as demand accelerants for mobile-first experiences, not just consumer freebies.
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