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NEGRI DEAL! $685.50 For GSM Nexus!

NegriElectronics has a deal for this weekend to get the Galaxy Nexus for the lowest price I've seen so far, $685.50! Plus, it's free shipping in the US!
I thought I got a deal by ordering for 704ish from them a while back, but this deal is the lowest ever and is only for this weekend. If you were on the fence, now MIGHT be the time to act for the GSM version.
Coupon Code is: VZSucks
It knocks $45 off the price tag!

Good price and negeri, say what you will about them, are shaping up to be a good reseller.

I'm giving this serious consideration...

I'm really tempted to go through with this. I was at Best Buy yesterday talking to one of the Mobile guys. I'm really starting to think there won't be a GSM version available for retail sale in the US. Someone please talk me out of this! I'll will really hit myself if by the end of this month a GSM version is available in Best Buy less than $550. I wanted the 32GB GSM model but I feel like I've waited too long already.
Should I wait until the ides of December and see what happens or jump in on this Negri deal?

kwurky said:
I'm really tempted to go through with this. I was at Best Buy yesterday talking to one of the Mobile guys. I'm really starting to think there won't be a GSM version available for retail sale in the US. Someone please talk me out of this! I'll will really hit myself if by the end of this month a GSM version is available in Best Buy less than $550. I wanted the 32GB GSM model but I feel like I've waited too long already.
Should I wait until the ides of December and see what happens or jump in on this Negri deal?
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There will NOT be a GSM available from best buy by the end of this month. No way.

brian85 said:
There will NOT be a GSM available from best buy by the end of this month. No way.
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1000% agree.
Bought mine 3 weeks ago at $750 and haven't doubted it since.
No way I'm going to sit around and wait unit, what, Feb, March, May, ever for a GSM version.
No thanks.
Buy now enjoy now.
Wait and possibly never enjoy.
Easy decision, IMO.

brian85 said:
There will NOT be a GSM available from best buy by the end of this month. No way.
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Okay that's all I need! I went through with the order with free ship option to save as much money as possible. Hope it won't take THAT long.
I've already been alerted by my bank about the authorization. I used Amazon Payments.

If I get this phone will my ensurion insurance still protect it? I have a problem with losing phones. Thanks guys
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itsjusttim said:
If I get this phone will my ensurion insurance still protect it? I have a problem with losing phones. Thanks guys
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it will not since the phone will be from another country and not incorporated into their system. even then, if they actually would allow it they wouldn't be able to replace it for the same phone.

Good deal!

So I would essentially be screwed if I lost this phone? I am an outdoors man, and somehow lose them.
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They charge tax so don't forget to factor that into the equation based on where you are. I got mine from Negri for $705 but after tax it shot up to $764. I was just thankful I saved $35 from a code.
Negri is the way to go... although I've heard mixed stories about the customer service they give but I'd recommend them. I got my phone super quick.
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ztm.000 said:
They charge tax so don't forget to factor that into the equation based on where you are. I got mine from Negri for $705 but after tax it shot up to $764. I was just thankful I saved $35 from a code.
Negri is the way to go... although I've heard mixed stories about the customer service they give but I'd recommend them. I got my phone super quick.
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No tax if you aren't in Nevada or wherever they are selling it from. Mine was flatly $704.50
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kwurky said:
I'm really tempted to go through with this. I was at Best Buy yesterday talking to one of the Mobile guys. I'm really starting to think there won't be a GSM version available for retail sale in the US. Someone please talk me out of this! I'll will really hit myself if by the end of this month a GSM version is available in Best Buy less than $550. I wanted the 32GB GSM model but I feel like I've waited too long already.
Should I wait until the ides of December and see what happens or jump in on this Negri deal?
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AT&T just passed a locked GSM Nexus through the FCC, (radio hardware lock), so I doubt it.
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itsjusttim said:
So I would essentially be screwed if I lost this phone? I am an outdoors man, and somehow lose them.
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Unless you get square trade or some type of insurance, yeah you are.
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I live in Nevada. Lame.
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ericshmerick said:
1000% agree.
Bought mine 3 weeks ago at $750 and haven't doubted it since.
No way I'm going to sit around and wait unit, what, Feb, March, May, ever for a GSM version.
No thanks.
Buy now enjoy now.
Wait and possibly never enjoy.
Easy decision, IMO.
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$51 more than mine. Iol
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didnt i post this already..lol

ljwnow said:
$51 more than mine. Iol
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Yeah I know I got ripped off. If negeri is selling at $685, they are still making a profit, believe you me. And to think I paid $750...Expansys must have made a TON of profit on the units they pushed out just before Thanksgiving.
Oh well. Money. It comes and goes.

Does this phone come unlocked already!? I went to pre-order my own but it says (Verizon) next to it. I just want to make sure I get the unlock version other than the wack a$$ Verizon one. Please let me know.
Thank you

[Q] is Tmobile SGS2 worth it?

Walmart don't have it and I ain't doing any online retailer. Anybody that's paid the up front $289 think it's worth it?

Yes.
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I paid $529 up front cuz I didnt want contract. This BEAST is worth every penny! Just need to root this baby to unlock its full potential.

I personally didn't see an omfg difference from my hd2 really. If anything, the most noticeable difference will stem from browsing and that is likely due to the increased sinternet speeds than CPU speeds. If you have a 1ghz device already, I say hold on till the summer. 2ghz phones and ICS are on their way already. I consider these phones to be stepping stones that is IF you can wait

yes
10 char

So far it is worth it.. I came from a g2x and sensation
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Yes I paid the 289.worth it.coming from a vibrant.
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yes.. well worth it...

Are you guys ordering some how and avoiding tax? Freakin taxes here are 10% and cost me almost $50.

No, my total was $341 but I will get $50 back in the mail, so total was $291
I'm in Cali..

I went in expecting full price. I changed my plan to a new one and walked out paying 326 after tax. I just downgraded to a nexus s 6 months ago.
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12 yr tmo customer, got mine for 72.26 thru customer loyalty

j0hnZ said:
I went in expecting full price. I changed my plan to a new one and walked out paying 326 after tax. I just downgraded to a nexus s 6 months ago.
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same exact thing i did. but im pretty sure i paid 331.99 after tax.

jr8801 said:
same exact thing i did. but im pretty sure i paid 331.99 after tax.
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What do you mean changed your plan to a new one?
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brian6685 said:
What do you mean changed your plan to a new one? How'd you get a discount on the phone by doing that,
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brian6685 said:
What do you mean changed your plan to a new one?
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i was on an old plan that they no longer offered. i jumped up to 1000 minute, uliimited text, and 2gb data. ====phone for cheaper i guess

It is worth it. I went to the corperate store and paid $327 with a pack of screen protectors. Tbh, i feel this kills the sensation and am glad it returned that dust ridin thing. I dont even miss the qhd.

quest4fire said:
I paid $529 up front cuz I didnt want contract. This BEAST is worth every penny! Just need to root this baby to unlock its full potential.
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You sure they didn't renew your contract ?? I was going over my receipt and they renewed mine without asking me. I paid $529 aswell because i didn't want to renew my contract. Can you confirm plz? thanx.

Look on Craig's list just got a new one for 450 no tax... some people are getting multiple and trying to flip them quick
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Wow, this thread is nuts. You guys would pay more than 200 for a phone??!!!! That's crazy ****. I bought my evo on launch day 2010 and it runs every ROM I throw at it smooth as butter. Even new sense 3.0 and 3.5 roms. HTC ftw
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100% srs question about other carriers.

As we know sprint did finally change their billing and the discounts dont work out like they used to. I barely use any minutes, like 200 a mth if that. And my data is around 1gb a mth. I send around 1500 texts a mth too.
So Im looking to jump ship on Sprint, but what phone is out there that is worth going to? I love the evo, but I cant do it anymore with sprint.

depends on what carrier you are planning on going to.

Also be aware that all of the other major carriers are more expensive. I've checked them all out, and for me at least, I would be pay at least am extra $50 per month
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yeah thats what Im saying. The phones would be what would sway me to another carrier. But yeah I didnt realise how much the other guys are charging for data lolwtfbbq.

bard77 said:
Also be aware that all of the other major carriers are more expensive. I've checked them all out, and for me at least, I would be pay at least am extra $50 per month
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Yea especially for Verizon and AT&T
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Put your Evo on Boost or Virgin.
Otherwise, considering your minutes, your best bet is one of the new cheap T-Mobile plans. It still comes down to a phone choice though.

After this discount stuff, If I get verizon, my bill is about 20$ cheaper. Never thought that would happen lol. But I'm not changing without knowing what phones are coming later! You should wait for the S4, Tegra 3 and Exynos SoC!
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true but the data cap ... no thanks..

Cheapest way to upgrade before being eligible for upgrade?

Hi, just wondering if there are any loopholes that have worked for anyone in the past.
I'm really interested in either the Nexus 4 or Note 2. I love the S2 but I dont have an upgrade until Jan 2014 and these new phones are just so intriguing. I definitely don't want to pay a non contract price for these phones, but was hoping to sell my S2 and use it to buy a new phone at hopefully a good price.
Any advice?

not sure of any loop holes. most companys make sure there are none.
i say sell the s2 and get the n4. with the price being so low its worth it.

I looked up on the sprint buyback program and they'll give you $85 for the e4gt.

Well I have three phones mine wife and daughter wife never likes upgrading so I get her upgrades with mine not cheap but it works
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Just fyi Nexus 4 does not support CDMA. So no Verizon/Sprint
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SAShady said:
Just fyi Nexus 4 does not support CDMA. So no Verizon/Sprint
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That's at the moment. Look at the Gnex. It was released GSM first then Verizon got it, and then Sprint. I don't think Google is that dumb to cut Verizon from getting the Nexus and Sprint has gotten the other Nexus devices aside from the Nexus One.

asd87 said:
That's at the moment. Look at the Gnex. It was released GSM first then Verizon got it, and then Sprint. I don't think Google is that dumb to cut Verizon from getting the Nexus and Sprint has gotten the other Nexus devices aside from the Nexus One.
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I get the distinct impression that future nexuses (nexii?) will be gsm only given the widespread dissatisfaction with the update process on CDMA carriers
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mjs2011 said:
Hi, just wondering if there are any loopholes that have worked for anyone in the past.
I'm really interested in either the Nexus 4 or Note 2. I love the S2 but I dont have an upgrade until Jan 2014 and these new phones are just so intriguing. I definitely don't want to pay a non contract price for these phones, but was hoping to sell my S2 and use it to buy a new phone at hopefully a good price.
Any advice?
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When I got my gs2 back in April I wasn't up for my upgrade till mid may. Anyway I brought it to a 3rd party sprint store and told me we could pretend it had water dmg and in that case sprint cuts you a few weeks slack and forks over the upgrade as its cheaper for them then asurian claims sending a new phone....at least that's what my rep said to me... he's a nice guy
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Ask the Sprint store about a "push through".
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asd87 said:
That's at the moment. Look at the Gnex. It was released GSM first then Verizon got it, and then Sprint. I don't think Google is that dumb to cut Verizon from getting the Nexus and Sprint has gotten the other Nexus devices aside from the Nexus One.
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I'm not sure there will be one, perhaps just maybe but I highly doubt it as google was left with a bad taste with their experience with Verizon and Sprint.
http://www.gottabemobile.com/2012/1...laxy-nexus-lte-wasnt-a-great-user-experience/

bleyten said:
Ask the Sprint store about a "push through".
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Any details on what this is?
Thanks!
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I love the hardware of my epic touch but I know we can do better in regards of software. Jb leak is proof of that and what is likely to come. However I am getting tired of running gb. Having a nexus 7 tablet doesn't help my case when i get constant updates as soon as good drops new source. I am hoping I can hold out for the jb update or even a newer leak. But if not I would love to find a way to get a sg3 for cheap. And I don't really want to add another line.
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I used to always buy my phones out of contract, I would ebay my phone, get paid apply that $ towards my new phone and ship the old one out. I would usually ship the next day so I wasn't holding up my buyer.
These days I just buy from Craigslist. Picked this phone up for 240 around mid summer, I think.
" all human wisdom is contained in these two words,—‘Wait and hope.’”

BiffTirkle said:
I used to always buy my phones out of contract, I would ebay my phone, get paid apply that $ towards my new phone and ship the old one out. I would usually ship the next day so I wasn't holding up my buyer.
These days I just buy from Craigslist. Picked this phone up for 240 around mid summer, I think.
" all human wisdom is contained in these two words,—‘Wait and hope.’”
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I agree with this, I bought my sgs2 in June for $220 off contract (used). It came in great shape and working perfectly. I'm thinking I'll keep buying phones this way - just wait for them to be ~9 months old and you can get them for the upgrade price. This way if a new phone drops that I just have to have I'm always ready with the upgrade. Also if I somehow kill my current phone I don't have to worry about carrying insurance, just use my upgrade on whatever's out.
The only thing better is direct from Google pricing, which I may switch to but I will loose some coverage in my state by leaving CDMA so I haven't decided on that yet.
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On Black Friday you can purchase the SIII for $50. You could definitely buy that, sell it along with the S2 and buy a note.

millsmillsmills said:
On Black Friday you can purchase the SIII for $50. You could definitely buy that, sell it along with the S2 and buy a note.
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Wait. $50 out of contact?
or let more rephrase. I wouldn't get the $50 price because I'm not eligible for upgrade until 1/14 right?
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I've heard that people sold their current phones on Craigslist, used that money towards buying out the rest of their contract then upgrade.
Or sell on Craigslist and use that money towards buying one you want on Craigslist. Either would cost around the same
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I wonder what happened to calling the retention center and threatening to leave the sg2 and the countless problems the ICS update I would think would be a great bartering chip to try and get retention to let you upgrade to the sg3 either cheap or for nothing.
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cp320703 said:
... that future nexuses (nexii?) will be gsm only given the widespread ....
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Took 4 years of Latin so I had to point it out
"Nexi"
http://en.m.wiktionary.org/wiki/nexus#Latin
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cas8180 said:
I wonder what happened to calling the retention center and threatening to leave the sg2 and the countless problems the ICS update I would think would be a great bartering chip to try and get retention to let you upgrade to the sg3 either cheap or for nothing.
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Hah, I can assure you, after 20 phone calls, they don't give a **** about their customers.
I've had my account open with sprint since 1991.
There are 5 lines on the account.
They have made ~$50,000 from my family.
Yea, no, I will switch to anything better as soon as possible.

Best buy price match

Does best buy price match? I can get the s3 for 50 on a new contract through tmobile through my jobs discount will tmobile. Only problem is its done online and they have to ship the phone and its a mail in rebate. If i print it out and take it to best buy will they price match and I get the phone same day?
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I think they do. But it has to be a published price, so I don't think your employee discount will count. They need like a newspaper ad or to be able to pull up a webpage (like Amazon) by themselves and see the cheaper published price.

Do they match the retail price? If so take the picture of Costco's retail price and bring it in and have them sell you the phone for $350 off contract.

This question isn't even in the wrong section, it's on the wrong website.

swehes said:
Do they match the retail price? If so take the picture of Costco's retail price and bring it in and have them sell you the phone for $350 off contract.
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Costco is selling the s3 for $350 off contract?
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No way, just got from Costco on contract because without was like every body else.
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Ok heres the thing. Even if they price match or not best buy does not sell the phones at their stores anymore that has to be done online or over the phone. Atleast thats what I was told for my wifes phone which I just got like 2weeks ago on sale for $50 which was a s3 . Maybe just maybe yours might sell it in stores idk. Like I said thats just what I was told. But the bright side is they got shipping for like 5 bucks comes in 3days flat

Yeah that's my problem I'll be without a phone for a week because I have a sprint s3 but ex cut it off. So im selling that paying 400 deposit and getting tmobile
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juny51 said:
Ok heres the thing. Even if they price match or not best buy does not sell the phones at their stores anymore that has to be done online or over the phone. Atleast thats what I was told for my wifes phone which I just got like 2weeks ago on sale for $50 which was a s3 . Maybe just maybe yours might sell it in stores idk. Like I said thats just what I was told. But the bright side is they got shipping for like 5 bucks comes in 3days flat
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You can buy Verizon, sprint and at&t in store but T-Mobile you have to order online or they can do it for you. That's how it is over here at least.
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shehade08 said:
You can buy Verizon, sprint and at&t in store but T-Mobile you have to order online or they can do it for you. That's how it is over here at least.
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Yup same here another silly policy from tmobile, maybe they think you would leave them and join other carriers if your at the store. That tells you how sucky and not confident they are.
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daxecutioner24 said:
Yup same here another silly policy from tmobile, maybe they think you would leave them and join other carriers if your at the store. That tells you how sucky and not confident they are.
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It's not a policy made by T-Mobile. By federal law, a retail store cannot sell all 4 main carriers (don't ask me why). Therefore it is up to the resaler to choose which 3 they want to sell. For example, Target chose not to sell Sprint.
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