I dropped my Nexus and cracked the screen. I am a TMobile customer and pay for insurance. Asurion just offered me the SIII in exchange for my cracked Nexus for $130 deductible. Looking for advice on as to whether I should do the exchange or pay $200 to have the screen replaced.
I'd personally stick with the Nexus. I bought it for a reason (Latest updates, and AOSP) not for the hardware so I would just want my Nexus fixed and back in one piece.
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I'd personally stick with the Nexus. I bought it for a reason (Latest updates, and AOSP) not for the hardware so I would just want my Nexus fixed and back in one piece.
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That's what I'm thinking. The additional $70 for replacement of the screen is a cost I'm willing to take to avoid delayed updates and TouchWiz
I do Believe CM10 is on the SG3 but i would pay for the screen as well. The SG3 is a nice phone but its only going to get left behind at one point where the nexus will not get left behind for along time.
$130 for GSIII
$475 resale value of the GSIII
$345 left
$360 new play store Nexus with 1 year warranty from Google
That puts you at $15 out of pocket for a brand new Gnex with warranty.
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$130 for GSIII
$475 resale value of the GSIII
$345 left
$360 new play store Nexus with 1 year warranty from Google
That puts you at $15 out of pocket for a brand new Gnex with warranty.
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I don't want to deal with the hassle of selling a refurbished GSIII.
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I don't want to deal with the hassle of selling a refurbished GSIII.
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Tell you what, you get the GSIII and I will trade you my Gnex. You are still saving $70...
Damn, tmo insurance covers a gnex? I didn't think it would since it's not a tmo device.
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Damn, tmo insurance covers a gnex? I didn't think it would since it's not a tmo device.
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They cover it but they won't replace it with another Nexus since TMO doesn't sell it.
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They cover it but they won't replace it with another Nexus since TMO doesn't sell it.
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Yeah I figured as much since they offered you an S3. I am surprised, I didn't think they'd insure a device they didn't sell. I was considering ditching the insurance on my line since I got the nex, but will probably leave it now since I know that.
S3 is tempting... I would go for it, just for the bigger screen. If you don't like it, it's easy to sell and replace with another gnex. But I get serious phone ADD, so I like changing it up.
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$130 for GSIII
$475 resale value of the GSIII
$345 left
$360 new play store Nexus with 1 year warranty from Google
That puts you at $15 out of pocket for a brand new Gnex with warranty.
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This +10000000000
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Are they making you return the nexus?
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I love my nexus but I would prefer a galaxy siii any day.
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Contract only?
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Your lucky. I went to warranty mine a couple days ago for a defective charge port any they refused to acknowledge a galaxy nexus. Swore up and down I have a nexus s and offered me a vibrant. Damn vibrant.
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I work with Koreans and I'm pretty sure they all know about the GS III, (they even know about the Galaxy Note II and it hasn't even been released yet) but they've never heard of or ever seen a Galaxy Nexus. When they first saw my phone they told me it looked a lot better than the GS III and also commented about the clean appearance.
Did you have to talk to a live rep or just submit the claim online?
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I work with Koreans and I'm pretty sure they all know about the GS III, (they even know about the Galaxy Note II and it hasn't even been released yet) but they've never heard of or ever seen a Galaxy Nexus. When they first saw my phone they told me it looked a lot better than the GS III and also commented about the clean appearance.
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Because it doesn't have the ugly samsung logo in front of the phone, huge + imo.
Beggars1923 said:
I dropped my Nexus and cracked the screen. I am a TMobile customer and pay for insurance. Asurion just offered me the SIII in exchange for my cracked Nexus for $130 deductible. Looking for advice on as to whether I should do the exchange or pay $200 to have the screen replaced.
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I think the question of the hour is, are you on tmobile contract with insurance or the new prepaid insurance? A lot of us are probably wondering about that...
Also personally I would go for the SIII... My girl just got one on a upgrade for her sero account. I hate touchwiz, but CM10 is out and I would bet CM11 (Android 4.2) wont take very long after the ASOP is released.
I also wouldn't worry about device support. Samsung has already sold over 20 million of them and it will probably be samsungs top selling phone. Too many people will have them for the developer community here to stop supporting them for some time. I upgrade every year or so myself, I would definitely trade out my Gnex for a SIII..
I really like having some hardware buttons so I don't have to use something like LMT for fullscreen and having the SDCard slot is alos a +
That insurance company will cover any phone you may have. It doesnt matter they even cover the iPhone for that matter. It doesnt have to be a tmobile phone but of course they will offer you a tmobile phone. But for a Gnexus a s3 thats good... oh and one thing they will send it to you brand new not old. because you are having a different phone replaced. so get the s3 sale it buy a gnexus and have some cash on your pocket. Good deal
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I know I'm kinda late but I'll be getting a new phone soon..probably a Gnex since its Google's baby and it'll be constantly updated. The thing is, should I just wait 'cause there are rumours saying there will be 5 Nexus' (or Nexi) around the corner or get this? A bit worried about the performance and battery of this since I'll be using it quite heavily :-\
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Can't go wrong with a gsm galaxy nexus.
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Take it from me... Get the gnex(GSM) you can never go wrong. All these other phones you are at the mercy of the carriers. Even with the SIII, watch and see what happens when the next version of android comes out. I doubt Samsung will be so fast in releasing the kernel/source or even thinking about putting out an update for that phone. They would have moved on to the next best thing.
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I know I'm kinda late but I'll be getting a new phone soon..probably a Gnex since its Google's baby and it'll be constantly updated. The thing is, should I just wait 'cause there are rumours saying there will be 5 Nexus' (or Nexi) around the corner or get this? A bit worried about the performance and battery of this since I'll be using it quite heavily :-\
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If you put off decisions on the hope of getting the latest you will never buy a thing or will pay top dollar for something that is replaced in 3 months. At $349 in the Google store there is not much to think about.
The next Nexus will probably be released this year, but it probably be expensive. Like 800bucks unlocked expensive. If you are willing to pay that much, just wait. If you don't care about specs and just want a really nice phone or don't have 800bucks on you, Galaxy Nexus GSM for 350bucks is a no brainer.
I got mine last month, never enjoyed a phone this much before. The price was what swayed me since t mobile wanted s much for an upgrade it was silly. I use the phone a bit less than heavily and my battery lasts all day but I have a small external battery just in case. The camera is much better than I expected and compared to my sisters GS3 the phone feels solid and performs as well as her does.
Get GNexus now, use it for a few months and by then, the next Nexus price should be a little easier to deal with.
Get it.
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kyokeun1234 said:
The next Nexus will probably be released this year, but it probably be expensive. Like 800bucks unlocked expensive. If you are willing to pay that much, just wait. If you don't care about specs and just want a really nice phone or don't have 800bucks on you, Galaxy Nexus GSM for 350bucks is a no brainer.
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Lol why would it be 800 Google doesn't care about making profits that much on mobile devices or will probably be max of 400 or 450
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Lol why would it be 800 Google doesn't care about making profits that much on mobile devices or will probably be max of 400 or 450
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Huh and is that why Gnex costed 800bucks fully unlocked when it first came out? Google might not want the money, but Samsung (or whatever manufacturer that makes the next Nexus) will definitely want it.
exactly just get it. and live contract free for awhile. and u will never go back to contracts.. so enjoy paying 30 bucks a month. sure i lose alittle. but for me its worth it.. plus give me the extra cash to save up for another new phone down the road or a nexus 7 tab. etc...
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The reason why the GNex cost so much when it came out is because it was not available in Canada/USA for a few months. The hefty price tag (I paid $720 for mine) was due to the fact that it had to be imported by electronics retailers and sold as a grey market item. When the unlocked GSM version became available through the Google PLay Store, it cost $399.
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@kyokeun1234:
The reason why the GNex cost so much when it came out is because it was not available in Canada/USA for a few months. The hefty price tag (I paid $720 for mine) was due to the fact that it had to be imported by electronics retailers and sold as a grey market item. When the unlocked GSM version became available through the Google PLay Store, it cost $399.
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yes but that was after a few months. And I do agree with you the next nexus not being 800 bucks but it will still be expensive. Like 600 to 700 possibly
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I say get it, especially if the price is right. The s3? Meh...it's a nice phone, but the gnex is where the party is...
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Huh and is that why Gnex costed 800bucks fully unlocked when it first came out? Google might not want the money, but Samsung (or whatever manufacturer that makes the next Nexus) will definitely want it.
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The GN never cost 800 USD. Not sure where you got that number from. The reason the GN wasn't sold by Google originally is they didn't have their Play Store system in place. I would be shocked if they don't sell the next Nexus device(s) at $500 or less.
Get the Gnex. You won't be disappointed.
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Same with the others. You won't be disappointed. I bought a One X and being tied to carrier regulations is purely insane. Getting updates fast is really awesome too. Just do it. At $349 you can't go wrong with an unlocked phone.
DO IT.
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The rule in buying technology says "you should buy what you need right now". That's because you won't buy a thing if you are thinking what is coming up. Always something comes up in technology.
Galaxy Nexus is a beauty!
So buy it..
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I just ordered mine. I switched from Sprint to Walmart's Family Mobile (basically T-Mobile subsidized by Walmart) and with the money I'm saving, the phone is paid for in 1 year. Phone cost $385 with shipping and tax, but I'm saving nearly $35 a month and get unlimited everything vs unlimited text, data, and 1000 voice minutes. Oh...and I get a signal at home now. LOL
Now if I sell my Evo 3D, that closes the gap even more.
This cool story brought to you by a bro...
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This phone is definitely worth it, as it's a Nexus phone, it'll be in the loop for years to come.
My trusty Gnex was recently stolen http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1863863, and I am currently facing a troubling dilemma. I realize there are something like 5 "Nexus" devices being released this fall/winter. I also realize that isnt "all" that long from now. However, it is a few months away and a lot will be going on. I have a little one at home and they grow so fast at this age. These next few months have Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years which are all key photo/video opportunities. The phone I am currently using is an old Gingerbread device that is "ok", but certainly not able to take the quality pics and videos like the Gnex.
So my dilemma is do I drop $350 (directly from Google) and pick up a new phone or wait? To be honest, if I could get the Gnex for like $150 or $200 I would be happy to sign a service contract. I am currently on Tmobile and they have told me I am upgrade eligible since I havent had a contract in many years, but they dont sell the Gnex! Due to the fact that all CDMA providers SUCK (and are so expensive) I cant consider moving away from Tmobile, so changing carriers is not an option. I checked around and I cant even find a 3rd party retailer that sells the Gnex AND can provide me with a new Tmobile plan. The biggest problem is I know the minute the new Gnex drops I am going to want it, but I dont know if I can justify spending $350 now plus another $500 (or whatever) in a few months.....
I got one for 220 for sale
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I got one for 220 for sale
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Brand new or used?
webmaster said:
So my dilemma is do I drop $350 (directly from Google) and pick up a new phone or wait? To be honest, if I could get the Gnex for like $150 or $200 I would be happy to sign a service contract.
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Don't know why you're even considering this, considering that service contracts cost way more than the $150-$200 that you'd save.
Not going to kid, it does suck that you lost the phone at this particular time. There aren't very good options when the next big thing you want isn't out quite yet; they all cost money. Buying a new Nexus will be $350ish, a new contract will cost $1400ish (depending on the upfront price of the phone and your opportunity costs); that comes out to $800 even if you resell the phone for full price (an unrealistic scenario) when the next Nexus comes out. If I could stand it, I'd just keep using your gingerbread and pray it comes out soon.
Getting a used GN if you want to pay around $200 (as Jason suggests) is also another option. Hell, you might even be able to resell it for a similar price (though naturally there will be a price decrease when the new one comes out).
Used has a corner crack but everything still functional do still a great device
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I just saw on tmobiles site you can get a Galaxy S III for $99 on contract. That would be the way to go if you don't mind a contract.
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or you could just go buy a camera
Samsung has there new galaxy camera.
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If you don't mind buying something other than a Galaxy Nexus, why get yourself a GS III once it gets cheaper. Its actually going for $99.99 online right now! Sale ends at 11:59pm today!
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If you don't mind buying something other than a Galaxy Nexus, why get yourself a GS III once it gets cheaper. Its actually going for $99.99 online right now! Sale ends at 11:59pm today!
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GSIII is not cheaper; you have to pay the price of a contract which, as I pointed out above, can exceed $1000.
The OP mentioned he/she is already with T-Mobile and eligible for an upgrade.
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The OP mentioned he/she is already with T-Mobile and eligible for an upgrade.
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That does not reduce the opportunity cost of a new contract in any way.
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Don't know why you're even considering this, considering that service contracts cost way more than the $150-$200 that you'd save.
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Trust me, I am very aware of how annoying contracts are and that is why I have been without one for so many years. However, I currently get a decent discount from a company I used to work at (6 years ago!!) which makes my bill comparatively low. If I switch to the new Tmobile unlimited plan I will be all in (taxes, and everything) for just over $60 per month. I do see that Straight Talk offers "unlimited" everything for $45, but I don't know if that includes taxes or if it is truly unlimited. I have given thought to going to prepaid however, so you do raise a valid point. In either case though, I still need a new GNEX!!
Buy a good older model canon camera. Problem solved. $100
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i n f a m o u s said:
If you don't mind buying something other than a Galaxy Nexus, why get yourself a GS III once it gets cheaper. Its actually going for $99.99 online right now! Sale ends at 11:59pm today!
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The S III seems like a nice enough phone, but its really just not for me. I swore I would never purchase another non-Nexus phone again as I do not care for the horrible "tweaks" these companies do to core Android OS. I would end up rooting it and then installing a vanilla JB ROM on the thing, and then being frustrated that it wasnt actually a Nexus device!
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Buy a good older model canon camera. Problem solved. $100
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I already have a decent digital camera, but using it feels like a throwback to 2002. It far thicker than my (any?) phone, requires I carry two devices, and can't record in proper HD. Yes, it does take nicer pictures but the "cons" of constantly needing to remember to carry it make it frustrating. I also must say that I got used to the convenience of my photos automatically syncing to Dropbox!
Regarding the suggestion for a used GNex, I do like the idea and I am currently searching for one. The problem is that Craigslist is so full of scammers these days. Even the people that DO actually have it will tell you its a "9.5 out of 10" in terms of condition and then when you go meet them the thing looks like it went through a cement mixer.
I definitely would never get a non nexus android phone again including the S3, I would rather go back to using an iPhone than do that.
When I was contract I usually just use what they had but now being off contract gsm riding carriers like the wind. What phone insurance is there. I dropped my nexus the other day and cracked the screen and I'm pretty sure I've messed up some of the hardware since right after I started getting FC's and missing files. Just wondering so when I buy the lg nexus I'll have some insurance on it. Thanks.
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When I was contract I usually just use what they had but now being off contract gsm riding carriers like the wind. What phone insurance is there. I dropped my nexus the other day and cracked the screen and I'm pretty sure I've messed up some of the hardware since right after I started getting FC's and missing files. Just wondering so when I buy the lg nexus I'll have some insurance on it. Thanks.
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CHeck squaretrade .com
They normally offer insurance to phones bought off ebay but i think you can get it..
Its like 29.99 for one year and phone can be used or new.
you just send it to them and if they cant fix it for a low fee like 50 bucks, they pay you the full price.
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CHeck squaretrade .com
They normally offer insurance to phones bought off ebay but i think you can get it..
Its like 29.99 for one year and phone can be used or new.
you just send it to them and if they cant fix it for a low fee like 50 bucks, they pay you the full price.
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Great.that's exactly what I'll need when i get the nexus four. Thanks
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Has anyone seen good deals on a Galaxy Nexus off contract? I'm on Verizon and I was thinking about getting a nexus but I want to keep unlimited.
I wanted a new one but they are still retailing for $500-$600 so i may go used.
bustedukulele said:
Has anyone seen good deals on a Galaxy Nexus off contract? I'm on Verizon and I was thinking about getting a nexus but I want to keep unlimited.
I wanted a new one but they are still retailing for $500-$600 so i may go used.
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If your looking for a VZW Nexus Verizon sells a return cheap off contract
I got mine off of Craigsist for $150 a few months back to keep my unlimited data. They still tried to move me to tiered data. Quick phone call work customer service fixed that.
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If your looking for a VZW Nexus Verizon sells a return cheap off contract
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Verizon stores sell them?
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Verizon stores sell them?
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I believe the they are online only... Too bad this isn't 2 months later Lol.. I'm gonna sell mine in early january. Its a mint refurb I got last month. Contract is up and I'm gone from VZW then...
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Are you in California? If you happen to be in the area (which I kind of doubt), I'll be receiving my refurbished (from Samsung) Gnex in the next two weeks after repairs. That one's not my primary so I can let that one go.
They're giving me a new screen under warranty :victory: No more burn-ins or ghosting. This is the second time Sammy's done a replacement for me (two different phones), so I gotta spread some love for them around here.
No I live in New Orleans. That's too bad. I've found a couple of listings online that look good. I was hoping that I could find a new one for a bargain though.
I currently have the Samsung galaxy s3 and its in perfect condition literally mint condition. I am a huge fan of the note 2 and wanted to sell my galaxy s3 for at least 300 to 250 dollars so that i can purchase a note 2, but will i be able to do this without waiting for my contract to end? I prefer to take care of this at the best buy store rather than a sprint store, but if i must go into a sprint store then so be it. Thanks!!!
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I currently have the Samsung galaxy s3 and its in perfect condition literally mint condition. I am a huge fan of the note 2 and wanted to sell my galaxy s3 for at least 300 to 250 dollars so that i can purchase a note 2, but will i be able to do this without waiting for my contract to end? I prefer to take care of this at the best buy store rather than a sprint store, but if i must go into a sprint store then so be it. Thanks!!!
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You will be able to do it, but you might have to pay,the amount you have to pay to end your contract depends on how much time you have left on it.
This is from sprint;
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You will be able to do it, but you might have to pay,the amount you have to pay to end your contract depends on how much time you have left on it.
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what if someone else on my plan upgraded to it and I traded with them? Is it still the same concept
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what if someone else on my plan upgraded to it and I traded with them? Is it still the same concept
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You can do that as long as someone on the account is eligable for a phone upgrade (new contract). Upgrade their line with the Note 2 then have Sprint swap the two phones so you can keep your same phone numbers but have traded phones. I did this when I got my S3.
Typical selling price for an S3 is $150 right now.