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MY DAD HAS THE EVO AND HIS KNEE WENT OUT AND HE FELL INTO OUR JACUZZI AND I'VE TRIED THE RICE TRICK AND IT MADE SOME PROGRESS BUT FOR SOME REASON WHEN I TURN IT ON THE FLASH KEEPS GOING OFF.
PLEASE HELP!!!!!!!!
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Sounds like that evos done for do you have insurance?
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MY DAD HAS THE EVO AND HIS KNEE WENT OUT AND HE FELL INTO OUR JACUZZI AND I'VE TRIED THE RICE TRICK AND IT MADE SOME PROGRESS BUT FOR SOME REASON WHEN I TURN IT ON THE FLASH KEEPS GOING OFF.
PLEASE HELP!!!!!!!!
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IT ALSO LOOKS LIKE YOUR HERO200 ALSO HAS SOME SORT OF KEYBOARD MALFUNCTION.
In the meantime, sell your jacuzzi. Buy your father a knee brace for his condition and an Evo to replace the one he Adrian Peterson'ed into the jacuzzi that has no hope of ever recovering. Problem solved.
Wow, the way you worded that I thought there was something wrong with your dad, not his phone!
In all likelyhood, since you've already attempted to turn the phone back on, the phone is toast. For future reference if you electronic device falls into water immediately pull the battery and get the device into some dry rice. Leave it there for at least 3 days and do not be tempted to put the battery in and turn it on until then.
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Wow, the way you worded that I thought there was something wrong with your dad, not his phone!
In all likelyhood, since you've already attempted to turn the phone back on, the phone is toast. For future reference if you electronic device falls into water immediately pull the battery and get the device into some dry rice. Leave it there for at least 3 days and do not be tempted to put the battery in and turn it on until then.
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he has a gash in his arm and it's in the rice right now I pulled the battery as soon as he got out the water and cut me some slack people im 14.
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MY DAD HAS THE EVO AND HIS KNEE WENT OUT AND HE FELL INTO OUR JACUZZI AND I'VE TRIED THE RICE TRICK AND IT MADE SOME PROGRESS BUT FOR SOME REASON WHEN I TURN IT ON THE FLASH KEEPS GOING OFF.
PLEASE HELP!!!!!!!!
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piry525 said:
Sounds like that evos done for do you have insurance?
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We do have insurance but sprint is probably going to find a way to screw us.
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IT ALSO LOOKS LIKE YOUR HERO200 ALSO HAS SOME SORT OF KEYBOARD MALFUNCTION.
In the meantime, sell your jacuzzi. Buy your father a knee brace for his condition and an Evo to replace the one he Adrian Peterson'ed into the jacuzzi that has no hope of ever recovering. Problem solved.
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I like the terms you used lol and my dad has a knee brace had to get surgery though.
If you have the insurance, you'll have to deal with the insurance company, not with Sprint directly. There will be a$100 deductible but that's far cheaper than buying a new EVO
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Yeah this is why you pay for insurance???
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Yea this happenedwith my hero but why is there a deductible when you're already paying for insurance?
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my friend life isnt fair and why you pay a deductible i ask that same question my self why am i paying for something that im already paying? but what ever its better then buying it full price and your in luck even if they send you the phone(only the phone) ill be new they dont have referbished yet ohh and they will send you what ever they have first black our white so good luck
duuuuuuuuuude hah your paying for the luxury of saving money on a replacement. I understand your dad may have leg problems but he fell in a smallish body of water...i hope he is alright but that's not sprints fault. So you deal with insurance claim with asurion or whatever and pay 100 instead of a few hundred.
Not to be rude, but, you are 14 so the fact that you don't understand the idea of insurance is of no surprise.
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duuuuuuuuuude hah your paying for the luxury of saving money on a replacement. I understand your dad may have leg problems but he fell in a smallish body of water...i hope he is alright but that's not sprints fault. So you deal with insurance claim with asurion or whatever and pay 100 instead of a few hundred.
Not to be rude, but, you are 14 so the fact that you don't understand the idea of insurance is of no surprise.
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No offense taken
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Thanks man
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Yea this happenedwith my hero but why is there a deductible when you're already paying for insurance?
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because that's how insurance works... insurance is a gamble and you lost... but not as much as you would if you didn't have insurance
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because that's how insurance works... insurance is a gamble and you lost... but not as much as you would if you didn't have insurance
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Insurance is a gamble, but in this case-- he actually won.
Losing is paying for insurance on your phone for 2 years, and trading it in without having had to file a claim.
The loser here is Asurion, who now has to shell out a few hundred dollars for a replacement phone for the meager $7 a month they've collected from his father for the past two months.
Insurance companies are blood suckers.
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Thanks u guys the phone is in rice as well as the battery (it also has the pink sticker) I will post once more on tomorrow to see if it works
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UPDATE: Hey guys it's been 3 days and the phone works great! There are a few lines in the screen, but my dad already ordered a replacement . As for me I'm stuck with the Hero (
My 3 yr old dropped my phone and scratched my screen to hell. Should I return to factory settings and unroot before I take it in to sprint? Also what is it going to cost me?
Thanks in advance!
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You will need TEP insurance.
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I have it
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i got screens forsale! $45. but TEP might be free.
Yeah I have an extra lcd/digitizer
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TEP deductible is a $100 or $150, so you might be prepared for that.
I was reading that if you have insurance they replace it for free but because it's for cosmetic damage i believe they charge 45 or 35
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You sir or wrong
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TEP deductible is a $100 or $150, so you might be prepared for that.
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If you have tep, the screen replacement is free. They may not replace it fire just scratches though, might have to be cracked. if they are out of screens they should order you a new phone.
So, what you're saying is... stomp on it.
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So, what you're saying is... stomp on it.
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Sounds like it to me.
Here's one for you...
I have an evo with a couple bright spots on the screen (from impacts) and a lack of rsa keys...(tehe) I have insurance so do you think I could call cosmetic on the screen? How much would that be? This isn't crucial so it's no big deal but if you guys think it would be free I might go for it. The reason I ask instead of just going in is that im at college and getting to a sprint store is damn near impossible.
when I bring the phone in I should unroot it and put it back to stock correct? I have heard if the techs figure out it has been rooted they will red flag your account.
Always RUU before bringing your phone to Sprint. Always.
Yes definitely go to stock. They will poop on you if you have rooted and you go to them for help.
Swyped from my Evo on steroids.
I have a locker at work. I keep my phone in it while I'm working along with all my other valuables. Well, when pulling the phone out of my locker, it fell to the ground which is about 3-4 feet. I have a Platinum case from Best Buy on it, which is the same as the Seidio Surface Combo case(I didn't have it in the holster) and a Zagg Invisible shield on it. The screen cracked in about 5 spots and won't turn on. The local Sprint repair Center didn't have the screen for it so I was advised to file an insurance claim. I just bought the phone on Saturday! Oh I am so mad at myself for not paying attention more and getting in too big of a hurry. The corporate store wouldn't exchange it for me. I know, no one cares about my sob story, but it just sucks and you guys are my ventilation units.
That sucks. At least its replaceable.
Yeah, but I'm a little upset that Sprint doesn't have these screens yet. It wouldn't cost me a dime if they did. Now I have to pay $100 deductible. It is what it is, but it's still upsetting.
That sucks man sorry. One night my girl got pissed @ me so she beamed my phone (she knows how much I love my phone) straight at the wall. I have a cheap case on the back end but I still got no scratches and dents on it. I guess I just got lucky. Sorry again.
sounds like bad luck. I've dropped my phone a ton of times with just a cheap TPU case on it. No issues so far, whew.
why cant they just swap it out for u? if its repairable, then u shoudnt have to go thru insurance...
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If it makes you feel better (probably wont) I feel your pain...almost. Today my wife went to use the bathroom with her et4g that I just got her a few weeks ago in her back pocket and it took a dive straight into the toilet. I even told her to be careful with that because its the most common water damage "oops" I see from females coming in my store!
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I feel bad for you. I've dropped my E4GT a few times and there's not a scratch on. No case no screen protector on mine. You must have dropped it just right or wrong
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ilostmypistons said:
I feel bad for you. I've dropped my E4GT a few times and there's not a scratch on. No case no screen protector on mine. You must have dropped it just right or wrong
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Same!
Good luck to you thread starter
housry23 said:
Yeah, but I'm a little upset that Sprint doesn't have these screens yet. It wouldn't cost me a dime if they did. Now I have to pay $100 deductible. It is what it is, but it's still upsetting.
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Really? I've never known them to do a repair for damage for free. Normally they examine the phone for dents and signs of droppage and try to blame ANYTHING on that problem so you have to go through insurance. But I've only known them to do physical repairs for free on hardware problems not related to user error. A cracked screen would definitely get insurance status, and they'd merely charge you the $100 in-store for the repair instead of making you wait two days for Asurion to ship it out.
I just filed a claim... cracked my screen but it still worked... Sprint told me since it was longer then an inch, so I couldn't get the screen replaced at the repair center. bs
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_dan said:
I just filed a claim... cracked my screen but it still worked... Sprint told me since it was longer then an inch, so I couldn't get the screen replaced at the repair center. bs
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Said the samething when my EVO cracked. Repaired it myself then traded it for this phone because I broke the volume button. Stupid reason but no I miss my EVO, did everything I wanted to and more. Try fixing the phone yourself first.
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I have never had to pay for a replacement due to physical damage (not water) and have had multiple cracked screens either repaired or the whole phone replaced (on other phones).
Seriously try a different repair center, I actually have the best of luck with 3rd party ones. If they can't repair the phone they just do an advance exchange and call me a few days later when the new phone comes in.
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I have never had to pay for a replacement due to physical damage (not water) and have had multiple cracked screens either repaired or the whole phone replaced (on other phones).
Seriously try a different repair center, I actually have the best of luck with 3rd party ones. If they can't repair the phone they just do an advance exchange and call me a few days later when the new phone comes in.
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Don't you pay for 3rd party?
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The plastic seidio type cases suck.at absorbing shock. That's why u need a tpu like case.
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Man sorry to heard that.! I got my phone from best buy with 10dollar amonth insurance. 2$more than de sprint but they got better coverage and no deductible.
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locoboi187 said:
Don't you pay for 3rd party?
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Sorry meant 3rd party sprint repair center IE not a corporate store
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Man sorry to heard that.! I got my phone from best buy with 10dollar amonth insurance. 2$more than de sprint but they got better coverage and no deductible.
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They dont replace lost phones
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R1ptide said:
Sorry meant 3rd party sprint repair center IE not a corporate store
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Never heard of those.
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Never heard of those.
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You might not have realized they were 3rd party. You can check on sprints website
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So a little more than two weeks after I bought my Galaxy Nexus (Sprint), it had a rather unpleasant meeting with concrete. The screen is so cracked, Charlie Sheen is impressed.
Right now they're on back-order with Asurion, so it could be up to two weeks before they ship my replacement. Not sure about the VZW Gnex.
Just wanted to share in case anyone else is as unlucky as I am.
Peace!
Or don't order from sprint...
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Or treat your phone like a baby...and if you can't manage to keep it safe, buy a case.
Don't break your phone ever!
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I was going to break mine tomorrow. Thanks for the heads up!
Lol I spent 2 months with a cracked GSM at least you have asurion
Smokeey said:
Or treat your phone like a baby...and if you can't manage to keep it safe, buy a case.
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Yeah, I usually do... but sh** happens.
If I'd have had a nice case, I probably would have been fine. Of course I didn't buy one because "I never drop my phones" -- famous last words.
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I was going to break mine tomorrow. Thanks for the heads up!
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Hey, I'm happy to help!
Ryjabo said:
Yeah, I usually do... but sh** happens.
If I'd have had a nice case, I probably would have been fine. Of course I didn't buy one because "I never drop my phones" -- famous last words.
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Those and tep is a rip off / for suckers
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Those and tep is a rip off / for suckers
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How is it a rip-off? For $100 they're sending me a replacement. It would have easily cost a lot more than that to get the screen replaced, and the retail price of the phone is $550.
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How is it a rip-off? For $100 they're sending me a replacement. It would have easily cost a lot more than that to get the screen replaced, and the retail price of the phone is $550.
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I agree that's just what I have seen some say about it lol
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How is it a rip-off? For $100 they're sending me a replacement. It would have easily cost a lot more than that to get the screen replaced, and the retail price of the phone is $550.
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Is that the what you paid in addition to the insurance, or just the insurance?
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Is that the what you paid in addition to the insurance, or just the insurance?
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That's the deductible otherwise its 10 a month and you don't get charged for repairs like broke screen etc
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ckoadiyn said:
That's the deductible otherwise its 10 a month and you don't get charged for repairs like broke screen etc
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Not too shabby, only better insurance I know of is carrier sometimes, don't remember how much their deductible is. Might get insurance, hate that the AMOLED+Digitalizer are stuck together. Broke the damn screen on my Vibrant twice.
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When was it ever a good idea to break your phone? Your thread title does say, right now.
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Ryjabo said:
So a little more than two weeks after I bought my Galaxy Nexus (Sprint), it had a rather unpleasant meeting with concrete. The screen is so cracked, Charlie Sheen is impressed.
Right now they're on back-order with Asurion, so it could be up to two weeks before they ship my replacement. Not sure about the VZW Gnex.
Just wanted to share in case anyone else is as unlucky as I am.
Peace!
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Actually, that's rather fortuitous for you. Asurion typically does not keep new phones on hand and stocks up on refurbs. What your current situation means is that you'll likely receive a new replacement. "up to two weeks" is their standard disclaimer, but you'll probably be without for just a few days while they acquire a new handset from Sprint and then shop it to you after they receive it. Same thing happened to me in January with the VZW GN.
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Actually, that's rather fortuitous for you. Asurion typically does not keep new phones on hand and stocks up on refurbs. What your current situation means is that you'll likely receive a new replacement. "up to two weeks" is their standard disclaimer, but you'll probably be without for just a few days while they acquire a new handset from Sprint and then shop it to you after they receive it. Same thing happened to me in January with the VZW GN.
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I don't know about fortuitous... it has been a week and I haven't heard jack **** from them (not even emails) and all I get over the phone is "its on back order"
Now I understand that there have been quite a few threads on insurances companies but I want to know what you guys went for and why.
SquareTrade covers everything except lost and stolen but i have seen exceptional reviews with them
-They require you to buy their insurance within 30days
-$69 for 1 year (Coverage up to $750)
-$99 deductible
Ensquared does cover lost and stolen and I have seen decent reviews with them.
-They require you to buy their insurance within 90days
-Claims all phones are replaced NEW
-$58.99 for 1 year (Coverage up to $1000)
-Max of $75 deductible on any smartphone
I've read much on SquareTrade but i havent found much on Ensquared in terms of reviews. If anyone does have experience with Ensquared that would be nice. Insurance that covers lost and stolen is golden.
Now there are other companies too such as Negri and Asurion. I've read Negri is unreliable with their umbrella insurance company. Asurion is okay but doesnt cover every carrier.
Input would be great. Remember, we all just want to secure our investments
Also interested. I have a coupon for square trade, but ensquared is tempting with those prices.
Att/Asurion is pushing it with that $200 deductable
I wouldn't recommend Ensquared. Here's why.
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I wouldn't recommend Ensquared. Here's why.
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I read that but I've also read positive ones. If you go to the xda thread that he links in his write up, you can see good experiences on the last page.
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iastonish said:
Also interested. I have a coupon for square trade, but ensquared is tempting with those prices.
Att/Asurion is pushing it with that $200 deductable
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Yeah I agree about that with Asurion. And haha lucky, wish I had a coupon too
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Subscribed for more user reviews. :good:
Had a friend use Ensquared. She had a At&t Samsung Captivate, lost it, and filed a claim. They sent out a brand new international S2 as a replacement (when they were JUST released).
She later found the Captivate, and they told her she can go ahead and keep both phones. Cool.
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Had a friend use Ensquared. She had a At&t Samsung Captivate, lost it, and filed a claim. They sent out a brand new international S2 as a replacement (when they were JUST released).
She later found the Captivate, and they told her she can go ahead and keep both phones. Cool.
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Yeah these are the type of reviews I'm looking for
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I've used square trade over the years and have been very satisfied
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I've used square trade over the years and have been very satisfied
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So have I, on many many electronic devices.... but their rates are just ridiculous now! Here's an email dated 7.7.07 (odd....)
SquareTrade Care Plans are available everywhere you shop, whether it's Amazon.com, Best Buy, or your local store, and always cost just 10% of the purchase price.
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10% of the purchase price? That would have been $15 for me buying this phone.... What about big expenses? Here's one from 11.23.07:
Covered Plan Price:
$87.74
Coverage Term:
3 years
Level of Coverage:
Standard
Covered Item:
Phones & PDAs
Other
Coverage Amount:
$749.99
Coverage Starts:
11/14/2007
Coverage Through:
11/14/2010
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Yes, I did buy my first unlocked, international Windows Mobile phone for $750 back in the day, it was F-ing nuts.... okay, okay, so times change, let's see something newer and more relevant then! On 7.21.10, I bought my girlfriend a warranty for her Captivate, here's the breakdown:
Your Care Plan Summary
Care Plan Price $67.20
Care Plan Term 2 Years
Level of Coverage ADH
Covered Item Phones & PDAs - Samsung
(later on in the email....)
A $50 deductible applies on ADH-related claims for Cell Phones only.
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That's on par with today's plans, and they have nearly doubled the purchase price and has doubled the deductible! There's got to be a better solution here, especially when we all baby the crap out of these phones and only have an accident every 5-6 warranties or something....
I haven't had any experience with those two companies, but might I suggest you look into Best Buy? Within the initial 30 days you can add it. Its $9.99 a month, they don't cover lost or stolen, but don't have a deductible. I've used them on my Original Galaxy S II, when the screen broke they shipped it off and then gave me the cash value. I used the in store cash value to get the Skyrocket. Anyway, just an idea!
I think I'm gonna go with ensquared lol
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I think I am too. I've never broken a phone before but after buying this off contract I don't want to risk it.
I tried best buy but since I'm tmobile and didn't buy it from them I can not get their insurance, black tie.
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You can get best buy insurance regardless of where you buy it from
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circuit.007 said:
I think I am too. I've never broken a phone before but after buying this off contract I don't want to risk it.
I tried best buy but since I'm tmobile and didn't buy it from them I can not get their insurance, black tie.
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I'll just feel safer with insurance. Just to have a good mindset haha. And best buy sounds okay to me if they accept our phone like the guy above me says. Oh well
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Just curious, does best buy cover international phones?
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You can get best buy insurance regardless of where you buy it from
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I asked them once and they told me I had to buy the phone there to get it.
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I am interested in this as well. And for whatever it is worth here are the BBB ratings for the "big three" discussed. (can't yet post links)
Ensquared has an A- rating with BBB.
Squaretrade has an A+ rating with BBB.
Asurion has an A+ rating with BBB.
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I am interested in this as well. And for whatever it is worth here are the BBB ratings for the "big three" discussed. (can't yet post links)
Ensquared has an A- rating with BBB.
Squaretrade has an A+ rating with BBB.
Asurion has an A+ rating with BBB.
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Asurion with a A+ rating? I find that very hard to believe.
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I am interested in this as well. And for whatever it is worth here are the BBB ratings for the "big three" discussed. (can't yet post links)
Ensquared has an A- rating with BBB.
Squaretrade has an A+ rating with BBB.
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I can live with an A- right? Haha
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