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I remember the times in my childhood when my brothers and I would come home begging to have a cellphone and sincerely hoping it was a swanky new iPhone. My mom cringed at the long receipt she would have to pay out. Luckily, Verizon is running a deal to set up your family or anyone needing a new phone and service plan.
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When you open a line or multiple lines through myPlan at Verizon online, you can get up to four iPhone 16 Pros on Verizon. With this deal, no trade-in is required; you just need to open a new line corresponding with the iPhone, and you can get up to four, keeping everyone in the family happy.
There are a few things to remember, like the extra fees associated with purchasing a new phone, such as sales tax. You will also be locked into a 36-month contract, and the phones will be paid out monthly through billing credits. The deal also only exists online, so you can't get it in stores. This deal requires commitment, so I don't blame you if it's not worth the extra fuss.
The iPhone 16 Plus promo on Verizon's website as of June 24, 2025. Screenshot by Kayla Solino/ZDNET
However, a new iPhone 16 Plus sure is. I have been using the Pro Max version for a few months, and having a bigger-sized phone in your hands makes a difference. Texts are easier to read, videos are easier to watch, and typing is a breeze.
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There are other great things about the iPhone 16 Plus as well. If you happen to keep up with ZDNET and tech news, we reported that Apple's new iOS 26 will be publicly available soon, thanks to our boots-on-the-ground reporters at WWDC. It includes many smooth upgrades to the native software.
If you're like me, smartphone color options can be exciting, especially because everything seems to be beige. Luckily, the iPhone 16 Plus has many vibrant and fun colors, like Ultramarine, Pink, White, Teal, and Black, so anyone can find a color that fits their personality.
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