How much money is required to walk into the store, and get a full upgrade to the E4GT? I figured I'd ask people who already got it. I know it ends up being $199, but I need to know how much to take in with me.
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Are you talking about with tax?
If so, take 199.99 times 1.xx (xx being your states sales tax) and you'll get the answer.
Is there any kind of rebate I should take into account too? I've determined that if its $199+tax, its just under $220, but I thought there was some kind of rebate too, so that means i'd need more. Thanks for helping though.
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zanderman112 said:
Is there any kind of rebate I should take into account too? I've determined that if its $199+tax, its just under $220, but I thought there was some kind of rebate too, so that means i'd need more. Thanks for helping though.
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The phone is $499.99 then with rebates which are applicable only if you have an upgrade available (or new line), its $199.99 + tax.
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Is there any kind of rebate I should take into account too? I've determined that if its $199+tax, its just under $220, but I thought there was some kind of rebate too, so that means i'd need more. Thanks for helping though.
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Yeah there's no mail in or anything. Just 199+ tax
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So it like this.
499 full price
-150 (for upgrade)
-150(mail in? Instant rebate?)
=$199 + tax
That right?
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zanderman112 said:
So it like this.
499 full price
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-150(mail in? Instant rebate?)
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That right?
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Instant
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Fyi... I think walmart has them for $150. You may want to check them too.
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Instant
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So, I need to have 350 + tax (for 199) with me?
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So, I need to have 350 + tax (for 199) with me?
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It's all instant rebates.
Just take $199.99 + tax with you.
Or get a debit card like the rest of the world.
Or bill to your account while you still can.
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It's all instant rebates.
Just take $199.99 + tax with you.
Or get a debit card like the rest of the world.
Or bill to your account while you still can.
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1: I thought you actually had to have the money for the "rebate" with you? Can you explain why this wouldn't be the case?(I don't understand instant rebates anyways, seem pointless to me)
2: I'm 17, and on my parents account lol
3: I can't upgrade till Oct 5th, since that's when I was supposed to turn sprint premier gold, and since that's three day after the policy change, I'm still allowed to turn gold and get the upgrade before going to the New for you thing.
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1: I thought you actually had to have the money for the "rebate" with you? Can you explain why this wouldn't be the case?(I don't understand instant rebates anyways, seem pointless to me)
2: I'm 17, and on my parents account lol
3: I can't upgrade till Oct 5th, since that's when I was supposed to turn sprint premier gold, and since that's three day after the policy change, I'm still allowed to turn gold and get the upgrade before going to the New for you thing.
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The mail in rebates are ones that you have to send in and wait six to right years for.
Instant rebates are just discounts at purchase. [Like how a product is on sale for a lower price at a grocery store. The difference of course is that you must be eligible for an upgrade to qualify for that instant rebate]
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The mail in rebates are ones that you have to send in and wait six to right years for.
Instant rebates are just discounts at purchase. [Like how a product is on sale for a lower price at a grocery store. The difference of course is that you must be eligible for an upgrade to qualify for that instant rebate]
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So, essentially I save 300 when using a full upgrade, instead of 150. Why not just merge the 150 upgrade discount and "instant rebate" into one discount lol
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I swear the og epic community is crying
First nexus s ransacked us
Next the nexus s 4g stole a bunch of ppl
Then evo 3d stole a few
After that photon stole some more
And now a lot of the devs and themers are jumped to the epic 4g
Makes me want to switch to the galaxy s 3 at launch
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Just bring $250 you'll be ok.
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Just bring $250 you'll be ok.
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This is a good idea. I am in SoCal. $199.99 turned into $242.24 with all of California's taxes. It depends where you are I guess.
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K, thanks guys. I couldn't check on the website since i'm not eligible just yet.
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Any tips on how to get out pf my current contact? Can I cancel and pay the $200 ETD and pay $200 for the 4g touch, then sell the photon?
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I'm also looking for a possible way to get this phone, I have the Evo 3D since launch day.
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Any tips on how to get out pf my current contact? Can I cancel and pay the $200 ETD and pay $200 for the 4g touch, then sell the photon?
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The cancellation fee is now $350. So the total price for you to cancel and get the new phone would be the same as buying the new phone out of contract.
He would pay the cancellation fee associated with his contract; the $350 just went into effect so I doubt that would be his ETF if he's had the photon for 30 days.
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The cancellation fee is now $350. So the total price for you to cancel and get the new phone would be the same as buying the new phone out of contract.
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He would pay the cancellation fee associated with his contract; the $350 just went into effect so I doubt that would be his ETF if he's had the photon for 30 days.
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That's true he should be under the $200 etf.
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Yea mine is $200. But I don't know if I wanna sign a new contract. Might try to sell the photon $350-400 and just buy the epic touch outright
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Yea mine is $200. But I don't know if I wanna sign a new contract. Might try to sell the photon $350-400 and just buy the epic touch outright
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Best idea... just buy out the phone on the contract for $200 and then sell it and buy a epic touch for $499. Total cost after selling the phone might be $300-350 but still less than the $499.... You might gain $100-$150 back from selling the photon after paying the $200.
buy it retail, sell photon for $300 and only be out of pocket 200. thats what i would do
I called retentions and they let me use my upgrade available on my airave line. I too, had the 3d since launch day.
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I called retentions and they let me use my upgrade available on my airave line. I too, had the 3d since launch day.
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I didn't even know you get an upgrade from airave line
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I called retentions and they let me use my upgrade available on my airave line. I too, had the 3d since launch day.
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That's exactly what I'm doing to get mine
Lucky lucky you. There was an administrative fee increase, which voided your contract. You can call in and cancel without ETF. Make sure you tell them you want to transfer your number out.
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Please review them carefully at your local
Sprint store or sprint.com/termsandconditions
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Lucky lucky you. There was an administrative fee increase, which voided your contract. You can call in and cancel without ETF. Make sure you tell them you want to transfer your number out.
Administrative Charge Increase &
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Consumers
Effective 9/9/11, the Administrative Charge
will increase to $1.50 per line for customers
that receive the charge. For details, visit
sprint.com/taxesandfees. In addition, the
Sprint consumer Terms (Ts&Cs) are changing.
Please review them carefully at your local
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That may get you out of your etf, but it does not reset your upgrade eligibility. You could cancel your whole line and get another with the upgrade price, but i believe you would have to wait 30 days to do that.
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That may get you out of your etf, but it does not reset your upgrade eligibility. You could cancel your whole line and get another with the upgrade price, but i believe you would have to wait 30 days to do that.
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Any one can confirm this?? Ill get out if the contract today...lol.
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Any one can confirm this?? Ill get out if the contract today...lol.
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I did it like 3 weeks ago had 2 evos for 2 months and got out with no ETF. Use what the previous poster said about the admin fee and the arbitration clause changing. If they say no you can't call back and get someone new to talk to. I think you have to wait 45 days to go back though.
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Any one can confirm this?? Ill get out if the contract today...lol.
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I did this around 2 or 3 weeks ago. Three lines, one of them being a Nexus S.
Funny..I called Retentions and they told me its a no go on the airrave route and when I asked about the cancellation of my acct. Without an etf due to billing change he said that was a 'nasty' rumor and that its in the contract everyone signed ..
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Funny..I called Retentions and they told me its a no go on the airrave route and when I asked about the cancellation of my acct. Without an etf due to billing change he said that was a 'nasty' rumor and that its in the contract everyone signed ..
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I hate it when Sprint reps do this. Be consistent. I was able to cancel my contracts.
I'm also disappointed because yesterday I talked to a chat representative who confirmed with me that I could use my airrave upgrade to get the Epic Touch. He told me to call telesales to place the order. I spoke to a telesales representative and he then confirmed that I could use the upgrade but that I would have to call back today since the Epic Touch came out today. I call and they tell me, sorry, that's not true. I've had this happen to me on multiple occasions. One rep tells me something, and then one rep tells me the complete opposite. It's pretty aggravating.
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I did it like 3 weeks ago had 2 evos for 2 months and got out with no ETF. Use what the previous poster said about the admin fee and the arbitration clause changing. If they say no you can't call back and get someone new to talk to. I think you have to wait 45 days to go back though.
So if they say no, I have to wait 45 days to call back or am I reading this wrong?
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Why don't you guys quit trying to screw the system and just buy the damn phones.
You can sell any of the current crop of smartphones for 3-400 bucks right now, and then buy whatever you want for full price.
If you don't have the money, upgrade your lemonade stand.
But for different reasons I got so anxious I went and got it at best buy for $199. Well I found out MA has recently implemented tax on the retail price so I had to pay $480 for 2 phones + $72 for 2 activation's. I am so returning these back to best buy and picking them up from Amazon next week when activation's are free. So instead of spending like $550 it will be $300 straight up... so much better.
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But for different reasons I got so anxious I went and got it at best buy for $199. Well I found out MA has recently implemented tax on the retail price so I had to pay $480 for 2 phones + $72 for 2 activation's. I am so returning these back to best buy and picking them up from Amazon next week when activation's are free. So instead of spending like $550 it will be $300 straight up... so much better.
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LMAO, I was expecting someone to tell me why the E4GTouch sucked but you just want a better deal lol. I should have expected this kind of post because the Epic 4G Touch is so good, even Apple fanatics can't knock it. LOL
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LMAO, I was expecting someone to tell me why the E4GTouch sucked but you just want a better deal lol. I should have expected this kind of post because the Epic 4G Touch is so good, even Apple fanatics can't knock it. LOL
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Not a chance, I got to play with the phone for a few hours at least
Pulled the trigger early as well and bought the phone at best buy. I couldn't wait on LetsTalk anymore lol. They were able to price match with Walmart so all in all it ended up being $201. Still debating if i should return
So u guys would totally recommend the aha2?....I'm coming.from the EVO 3d.....and man this phone looks gorgeous....its very hard to resist....LOL.....so lemme know what u guys think
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So u guys would totally recommend the aha2?....I'm coming.from the EVO 3d.....and man this phone looks gorgeous....its very hard to resist....LOL.....so lemme know what u guys think
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Whats up dude!!! Man DEF go NOW and buy this phone!!!! It BLOWS THE DOORS OFF the Evo 3D!! I have NEVER had a phone better then this beast man!!! Its just UNREAL! And only gonna get even better with root!
For you 2 massholes just avoid retail... Go online. 45 a phone in tax is a ****ing scam.
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krazyflipj said:
Pulled the trigger early as well and bought the phone at best buy. I couldn't wait on LetsTalk anymore lol. They were able to price match with Walmart so all in all it ended up being $201. Still debating if i should return
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In you case that's not too bad. Living in ma... Online only for me. 200 + 38 activation + 45 or so in tax... What a scam.
aaron130 said:
Whats up dude!!! Man DEF go NOW and buy this phone!!!! It BLOWS THE DOORS OFF the Evo 3D!! I have NEVER had a phone better then this beast man!!! Its just UNREAL! And only gonna get even better with root!
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Ca'mon.....LOL.....really that food huh?....I was just in there but then left right away....haha I'm actually nervous about doing it....man u wouldn't even know that I'm 30 heats old LOL.....I dunno
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I was able to turn in my old epic and put it towards the epic 4g. I think i payed $113 for my new epic at BB well plus the fee that the money hungry folks at sprint require for upgrading...
Oh, and this phone is the nicest phone i have ever had the chance to put my hands on so far, besides the fact that the sammy wall charger doesnt work. Highly recommend this phone to anyone in the market!
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I was able to turn in my old epic and put it towards the epic 4g. I think i payed $113 for my new epic at BB well plus the fee that the money hungry folks at sprint require for upgrading...
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I keep hearing about a fee... Idk what your talking about but ive never payed a fee to upgrade my phone.. And ive bought all of them at bb..
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you STILL have to pay the $36 dollar activiation upgrade fee. YOU WILL NOT pay it at the store it goes on YOUR FIRST BILL Through Sprint Directly., they are not waving the fees anymore.
The Rep at sprint told it doesnt matter where you buy it from online or Retail at Best Buy, the HIDDEN fee will show up on your next Bill regardless he said, its the new SPRINT WAY!! damn money hungry hawks.
I Paid $199 plus $36 and change for my taxes. out the store the phone was only $236 and change. but my new Bill Statement is where it HURTS.
the new $10 dollar fee is bull****. and now im going to have to pay $42 more dollars on my first new bill for the Upgrade Fee.
over $100 dollars for one moth bill is going to HURT me this month. Thank god I found a way to make extra money that will pay for all this so It as if Im not spending my money for this. LOL gotta love the benefits when you get them.
Yeah, the 36 bucks will be on the next bill.
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JohnCorleone said:
Yeah, the 36 bucks will be on the next bill.
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That sucks..
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I'm not sure if this is the right place to post this but I need help
I am eligible for the $75 upgrade and sprint agreed to credit the rest to make it so I get the 2 year upgrade price.
So in order to get a GS2 ($199) I beleive I would have to pay $375 upfront.
I'm short on cash and I'm wondering if I can charge the phone to my bill so I can pay for it at the end of the month.( I read this policy is about to change on oct 4th ).
Thanks
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I'm not sure if this is the right place to post this but I need help
I am eligible for the $75 upgrade and sprint agreed to credit the rest to make it so I get the 2 year upgrade price.
So in order to get a GS2 ($199) I beleive I would have to pay $375 upfront.
I'm short on cash and I'm wondering if I can charge the phone to my bill so I can pay for it at the end of the month.( I read this policy is about to change on oct 4th ).
Thanks
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Yep but changes in a few days so better get on it, no longer can October 5th.
Thanks for the answer, still on the fence for the GS2.
I'm going to the store tomorrow and play with it for a while and hopefully make my decision.
Also sucks that sprint is screwing us over with so many changes recently :/
No one here can tell you if you can BTA. Call and ask.
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DirtyShroomz said:
No one here can tell you if you can BTA. Call and ask.
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Why wouldn't he be able to if he's paid up?
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Why wouldn't he be able to if he's paid up?
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It depends on account history from the start of the last time you singned up for the 2 year agreement to the date. If you've had many late payments and suspensions then they may deny you for the BTA.
They may be other factors, like there internal client score and more that can determine what's there answer going to be for you.
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I called Sprint to buy out the rest of my contract (was eligible for upgrade on Oct. 1st), after about 25 minutes on the phone I agreed to pay $45 and my upgrade date will be reset! I love my E4GT but I just can't resist the new Evo. It's been fun... without the ICS kernel source... with a WVGA screen... but it's time to move on. The Evo is the best phone on any carrier now. I've put up with Sprint's 3G for this long, I suppose I can put up with it for another year. I don't get WiMAX at my house anyway, so it's not like I'm losing much.
Would be funny if they released official ICS/kernel source on the 18th. I'm not worried. I am excited.
Plus, for anyone wondering, try calling and asking about the buyout program! Just make it sound like you've already talked to people at a corporate store, like you KNOW what you're talking about. There's a $119.99 deal at Wirefly for the Evo, I think you get a $10 Google Wallet credit too. After the $36 upgrade fee the phone is only $146! Sure, you don't get it on launch day, but I think saving almost $100 is a good reason to wait an extra two days.
What was the point s2 is so similar. Should wait for nexus jellybean come Nov. You will be begging for jellybean leaks this time next year
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Will you be selling your E4GT?
The thing about Wire fly is u can't change the phone on the upgraded line until 6 months after purchase, otherwise they bill u an etf.
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Esoteric68 said:
Will you be selling your E4GT?
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Yeah, after I activate the Evo.
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The thing about Wire fly is u can't change the phone on the upgraded line until 6 months after purchase, otherwise they bill u an etf
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That's not a problem. I'll be sticking with the Evo for AT LEAST 6 months... lol
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That's not a problem. I'll be sticking with the Evo for AT LEAST 6 months... lol
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He means you can't upgrade your secondary line with the evo, and immediately swap the evo on the primary line. Unless you're six months out from upgrade period. I do that every time with Sprint.
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I don't have a secondary line... lol
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What was the point s2 is so similar. Should wait for nexus jellybean come Nov. You will be begging for jellybean leaks this time next year
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What was your previous phone? Kyocera "Iwannakillmyself" ?
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I don't have a secondary line... lol
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I don't know what everyone is whining about, but im thinking im getting an evo at the end in a week.
nabbed said:
What was your previous phone? Kyocera "Iwannakillmyself" ?
Evo why it matters I'm not sure
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I don't know what everyone is whining about, but im thinking im getting an evo at the end in a week.
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What was the point s2 is so similar. Should wait for nexus jellybean come Nov. You will be begging for jellybean leaks this time next year
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Similar? IMO it blows our phone out of the water in every aspect
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yokken said:
I called Sprint to buy out the rest of my contract (was eligible for upgrade on Oct. 1st), after about 25 minutes on the phone I agreed to pay $45 and my upgrade date will be reset! I love my E4GT but I just can't resist the new Evo. It's been fun... without the ICS kernel source... with a WVGA screen... but it's time to move on. The Evo is the best phone on any carrier now. I've put up with Sprint's 3G for this long, I suppose I can put up with it for another year. I don't get WiMAX at my house anyway, so it's not like I'm losing much.
Would be funny if they released official ICS/kernel source on the 18th. I'm not worried. I am excited.
Plus, for anyone wondering, try calling and asking about the buyout program! Just make it sound like you've already talked to people at a corporate store, like you KNOW what you're talking about. There's a $119.99 deal at Wirefly for the Evo, I think you get a $10 Google Wallet credit too. After the $36 upgrade fee the phone is only $146! Sure, you don't get it on launch day, but I think saving almost $100 is a good reason to wait an extra two days.
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Whoa. You just made me jump off the couch. Do you know about Bank of America's Add it Up for wirefly? if you buy it through the BoA Add it Up link to Wirefly, you also get $50 cash rebate about 4 months later (just to make sure you stick with the phone).
I already preordered from sprint for my girl's line but I can cancel anytime before it's shipped I believe....
Also, $45 buyout for an Oct 1 upgrade? That seems way low. I'm due Sept 1 and that's making me think about it...
And I also think the Evo LTE will be a small step above our SGSII Epic Touch.
Edit. Can you link us to the $119, I'm seeing $149.
The EVO LTE is going to be awesome. I just bought the One X on AT&T and it is a MUCH better phone than the E4GT. Definitely a worthwhile upgrade. I would go back to Sprint for the EVO LTE but there is no Sprint LTE in my area, but with AT&T's I can get 25-28mbps down, and it's everywhere. Can't argue with that lol.
I spent a good amount of time in the At&t store today fapping to the phones. Loving the One X they have.
Don't get the white one
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I read the op and started laughing like crazy
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jirafabo said:
Do you know about Bank of America's Add it Up for wirefly? if you buy it through the BoA Add it Up link to Wirefly, you also get $50 cash rebate about 4 months later (just to make sure you stick with the phone).
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Can you expand on this a little bit? I have a BOA CC already. From looking on the add it up site i see you only get 5% cash back on electronics. Can you post any info you have on this $50 cash rebate?
Shoot I went from canceling my 199$ preorder with Sprint, to Best Buy (149.99)and now finally wirefly at 119$. I am more than happy to save another 50$ on the phone, and end up paying $70.
Although I have a feeling paying $70 might be a pipe dream.
I fukn hate these threads. YadaYada Yawn..HTC. Whatev.
Now dont go getin all mad now..
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Edit. Can you link us to the $119, I'm seeing $149.
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http://www.wirefly.com/eCommerce/SpecialOffer.aspx?cid=26987_79339e2c60224c9291f2ee5cbbfc6cb8
Just change your zip code at the top of the page. If it changes to $149.99, sorry. But I changed it to mine and it stayed at $119.99.
So long, take this thread with you.
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Haters gonna hate.
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For Sprint customers, the LG G2 page is up and it is $199 on 2 year contract. It is available both in black and white.
http://shop.sprint.com/mysprint/sho...embleId=LGLS980KIT&flow=AAL&isDeeplinked=true
November 8th release date. I'm sad.
Got mine in before midnight, really hoping for before November 8th don't wanna wait that dam long. Got the black one
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Puts me even more on the fence. Price is right ($99 if I add a new line) but I'm now torn on maybe going to T-Mobile, especially with that new global roaming.
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November 8th release date. I'm sad.
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Sigh. Why such a long wait?
So they will essentially be 2 MONTHS behind the other carriers. Probably needed more time to install their super special bloatware.
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garwynn said:
Puts me even more on the fence. Price is right ($99 if I add a new line) but I'm now torn on maybe going to T-Mobile, especially with that new global roaming.
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Please come to T-Mobile. Hehe. Was with Sprint 14 years.
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FYI for those upgrading instead of starting new with Sprint, pre-orders are cheaper on Best Buy's site.
Sprint price - $199.99
Best Buy price - $99.99
Big Boy Laroux said:
FYI for those upgrading instead of starting new with Sprint, pre-orders are cheaper on Best Buy's site.
Sprint price - $199.99
Best Buy price - $99.99
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Sprint also has it for $99
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Sprint also has it for $99
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Not for existing customers. It showed as $199.99 for me when pricing the upgrade. If i'm doing something wrong, please let me know.
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Another Best Buy incentive - $50 gift card via email if you pre-order with Best Buy. Decision made, order placed!
Edit - well, order almost placed. Not going through on the Best Buy website for some reason, just getting a generic "There was an issue while processing your order." message. On phone with them.
Big Boy Laroux said:
Not for existing customers. It showed as $199.99 for me when pricing the upgrade. If i'm doing something wrong, please let me know.
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Another Best Buy incentive - $50 gift card via email if you pre-order with Best Buy. Decision made, order placed!
Edit - well, order almost placed. Not going through on the Best Buy website for some reason, just getting a generic "There was an issue while processing your order." message. On phone with them.
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What is the difference between ordering the phone at Best buy vs Sprint corporate? Will I still get the same service and support with sprint if I upgrade with Best Buy? I've always wondered this and bought my phones directly from sprint. With the current pricing at Sprint, seems like BB is definitely the better way to go.
I am on a 1600 minute, unlimited texting and data family plan with TEP insurance if it matters.
If you buy from third parties like best buy, sprint will charge u 50 bucks on your account (according to a sprint rep)
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puch0021 said:
What is the difference between ordering the phone at Best buy vs Sprint corporate? Will I still get the same service and support with sprint if I upgrade with Best Buy? I've always wondered this and bought my phones directly from sprint. With the current pricing at Sprint, seems like BB is definitely the better way to go.
I am on a 1600 minute, unlimited texting and data family plan with TEP insurance if it matters.
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I have upgraded through Best Buy and Amazon in the past. Your plan with Sprint does not change. Your Sprint Service/Support does not change. You have the ability to add TEP to your new phone (you may have to call Sprint to do this, but you have a window of time - i think 30 days - to add TEP to any phone).
The only thing I would be wary of is if you are in a grandfathered plan like SERO. Then you need to deal with Sprint directly.
I have never been charged extra by Sprint by going with a 3rd-party. The only possible extra fee (on top of the phone cost) is a $36 activation fee that Sprint charges, as well. Even if Sprint didn't charge this, Best Buy still comes out ahead.
I wonder what the chances are Best Buy will ship earlier or later than Sprint?
WhiteZero said:
I wonder what the chances are Best Buy will ship earlier or later than Sprint?
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As an FYI, I was not able to get the order to process on BestBuy.com, or through the 1-800-BestBuy. I had to go in-store to preorder. And even then, I had to work it out with the mobile manager to get the $50 gift card offer.
Now, that pre-order doesn't commit me to the device, as I haven't actually paid for it yet. So if anyone has any success with BestBuy.com, please let me know!!
Big Boy Laroux said:
So if anyone has any success with BestBuy.com, please let me know!!
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My pre-order just seemed to go through smoothly!
And I can confirm you'll have to pay a $36 activation fee with Sprint (not payed with the Best Buy order).
WhiteZero said:
My pre-order just seemed to go through smoothly!
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Thanks!
Was it for a new customer agreement? or upgrade for existing customer?
Big Boy Laroux said:
Thanks!
Was it for a new customer agreement? or upgrade for existing customer?
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Upgrade. About 5 months late actually, I could have upgraded back in July. Now I have to decide what I do with my old Galaxy S2...
WhiteZero said:
Upgrade. About 5 months late actually, I could have upgraded back in July. Now I have to decide what I do with my old Galaxy S2...
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yeah i became eligible in September. Ok, i have ZERO clue what is going on with my order.
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yeah i became eligible in September. Ok, i have ZERO clue what is going on with my order.
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At what point did your order processing fail? Maybe a problem with the "Submit to Sprint" part, or something with your browser? or just bad luck lol