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Went to sprint today

Went to sprint today to check on getting a mini 10 (1012) netbook, while I'm eligible to add a line I thought this could be a good idea, but I don't want to pay the additional $60 a month, so I'm going to pass on that, but heres where it gets good, well for me.
I asked my sales associate about what is going on with the premier deal, I explained everything going on with the changes, her nor the other associates had a clue about this, meaning they have never heard of the gold/ silver ordeal, not even their manager, they can only surmise that whatever changes took place are for corporate.
So I asked about my upcoming upgrade that I had originally, she said from where she stood looking at the screen, I was still eligible come june for the $150 off, even though sprint has me shown as silver now online.
Evo 3D, here I come baby.
So I feel better about my visit this morrow, but how can corporate stores be clueless on these changes?
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Sounds pretty lame if they are unaware. Also have you verified that Sprint pulled your upgrade, prior to this visit ? What does your eligibility say online? Or text the word "upgrade" no commas, to 1311. You may have been one of the lucky few that never got it removed?
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KB112 said:
Sounds pretty lame if they are unaware. Also have you verified that Sprint pulled your upgrade, prior to this visit ? What does your eligibility say online? Or text the word "upgrade" no commas, to 1311. You may have been one of the lucky few that never got it removed?
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Online it shows I'm eligible, but only at silver, but that would mean if anything I'd only get $75 off, yet she said I'd get $150 off, maybe il check the texting and see what that says.
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Are you sure you went to a sprint store? I highly doubt these people did not know about your upgrade or the new changes made this month.
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DirtyShroomz said:
Are you sure you went to a sprint store? I highly doubt these people did not know about your upgrade or the new changes made this month.
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Yes its a sprint corporate store, been dealing with them for years.
So I texted 1311, came back that I'm eligible, but at $75 off, which is fine I'll take that.
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Yea... but its 75 off of retail.
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Hope you got it in writing, otherwise you wont get it at all.

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Yea... but its 75 off of retail.
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True, but a savings is a savings, as long as I'm eligible, which I will be come june 4th.
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I asked my sales associate about what is going on with the premier deal, I explained everything going on with the changes, her nor the other associates had a clue about this, meaning they have never heard of the gold/ silver ordeal, not even their manager, they can only surmise that whatever changes took place are for corporate.
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Sounds to me like they're clueless. Mine's gold, and not a corporate account.

Jye75 said:
Sounds to me like they're clueless. Mine's gold, and not a corporate account.
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No no, not a corporate account, but a internal corporate change within Sprint.
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Store reps are idiots. Call Sprint and verify. That's the easiest way.

$75 for the one year upgrade is a drop in the bucket, might as well pay full price and wait two years ($150 + ~$100-200 instant savings + $50-$75 extension credit).

I just checked mine at it said I was eligible for a $75 upgrade on 6/1/11 with a 2 year contract...where as before (like a month ago) it said I had a $150 upgrade. I remember seeing a number somewhere for spring customer service or something that you could call and they would roll it back to your previous upgrade amount? I mean yea $75 is better than nothing but still, they jewed me on my original upgrade. And I'm supposedly a gold member.

ncfastls1 said:
I just checked mine at it said I was eligible for a $75 upgrade on 6/1/11 with a 2 year contract...where as before (like a month ago) it said I had a $150 upgrade. I remember seeing a number somewhere for spring customer service or something that you could call and they would roll it back to your previous upgrade amount? I mean yea $75 is better than nothing but still, they jewed me on my original upgrade. And I'm supposedly a gold member.
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According to the store today when I visited, they said I'll still get the $150 come june, but I guess we'll see when I go in, I'd still think I would only get $75 though.
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You're only gonna get $75 off retail bro. Unless you get the right rep on the phone to change it. Better off buying on craigslist/eBay and 10mos from then, you'll be full upgrade eligible.
I made a thread about Silver Premier Override, check it out. It might work for you, but not technically supposed to. Or you can jump to the $89mo plan and be Gold eligible in 3mos, then switch back to your old plan after upgrading.
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Lulz true dat.
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Cpr certified, this horse will not die darnit, I will not give up.
Again I'll find out when I go back in June, not really a big deal to me, but if they claim I'm eligible, and still at $150, then great, if not $150, but $75, then again great, either way I'm happy, cause everything I've seen or have talked to says I can upgrade, what is at question is how much off though.
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Going to buy 2 new epics

I'm going to buy 2 new epics from best buy on august first (when my dad's contract ends) for my parents.is there any way to dodge the 10 dollar monthly fee because I simply can't afford raising my bills by 20 dollars a month.
So does anybody have advice for me?
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No there is no way. Its a charge for all smartphones now not just 4g phone. From what I've read

silver03wrx said:
No there is no way. Its a charge for all smartphones now not just 4g phone. From what I've read
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Yep. Started as a 4g fee (basically) and then everyone that had to pay it got all pissy that they were paying it while non 4g phones weren't so Sprint was like
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and made all smartphone owners pay the fee.

Lol haha. Very well put

Could always buy one off teh streets then activate it? try sum shhhh methods? =P

Shoulon said:
Could always buy one off teh streets then activate it? try sum shhhh methods? =P
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im pretty sure the charge is automatically added to any account a smartphone is activated on.
so no sneaking past it.

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Could always buy one off teh streets then activate it? try sum shhhh methods? =P
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No, and XDA doesn't condone discussion of things like that even if there were.

Magic Oreo said:
im pretty sure the charge is automatically added to any account a smartphone is activated on.
so no sneaking past it.
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Correct, even if its an old phone that you already had that is now in that category, like the instinct, they charge you.
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I've got two HTC Heros, LG Optimus S, and Samsung epic on my lines yet the fee only applies to the Epic. I think Sprint will charge $10 /month when I upgrade the other lines?

If the lines were already active on the phone when the fee was introduced, that line is not charged. But if you switched to a "dumbphone" then switched back to the same smartphone, you'd be charged.
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haha, we're talking about an extra $40 a month (or $30, excluding my line already paying more.) I still love Sprint, but they're becoming expensive now...

Overstew said:
haha, we're talking about an extra $40 a month (or $30, excluding my line already paying more.) I still love Sprint, but they're becoming expensive now...
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Compared to the competition (not to mention the lack of unlimited data plans on any other network) it's really not that expensive.

063_XOBX said:
Compared to the competition (not to mention the lack of unlimited data plans on any other network) it's really not that expensive.
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I know Sprint's still the cheapest and I'm not looking at any alternatives. I was just pointing out a $40 monthly increase is kind of big.

Shoulon said:
Could always buy one off teh streets then activate it? try sum shhhh methods? =P
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Did that in December. Recognizes it upon activation & dings you anyway.
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Yes definately the cheapest

gtuansdiamm said:
...So does anybody have advice for me?...
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This has peaked my curiosity:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=891077
Having two Epics on my account, I could save over $50/month. (I'd have to terminate my contract, and then buy the new phone from the other company - but i'm guessing in a few months I'd start saving $)

I read on some other fourm that someguy was able tp cpnvince the clerck to waive the fee for a year
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Sprint Premier Customers can get the 3D now

....and Sprint will waive the upgrade fee.
According to the email, it appears to be available through their website only. HOWEVER, I'm sure it can be haggled in their stores on the 24th.
If Best Buy agrees to honor their promo, I'm sold. The Buyback Program basically gives away the 3D for free (or @ a great discount if you didn't sign up for it @ the time and just trade in your phone w/ them for an $80 in-store credit).
Either way, this sounds promising...

So how much would we pay for the 3d?
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Sale price is $199 for Sprint Premier, upgrade-eligible and new customers.

Damn do u know when this is available till??
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Sale price is $199 for Sprint Premier, upgrade-eligible and new customers.
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Didn't see an exp. date, but it does appear to be just an online offer, so I dunno......either way it looks like Sprint will be willing to make concessions to sell those 3D's.
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So wait... are you saying that as a Premiere Customer I can get the 3D even though I used my upgrade in Jan?

smp420 said:
So wait... are you saying that as a Premiere Customer I can get the 3D even though I used my upgrade in Jan?
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No.
This is only for premier customers that have an eligible upgrade. It's a pre-order for premier customers only.

Deng, I hate getting stuck in between contracts "/
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Sorry, I missed the word "now" at the end of the title. Had me a bit confused

wardfan220 said:
No.
This is only for premier customers that have an eligible upgrade. It's a pre-order for premier customers only.
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Per the email, the upgrade fee will be waived for Premier customers.
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smp420 said:
So wait... are you saying that as a Premiere Customer I can get the 3D even though I used my upgrade in Jan?
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Yes.
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Per the email, the upgrade fee will be waived for Premier customers.
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Yes that is true, the upgrade fee and shipping is waived, so it's only the $199 fee.
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Yes.
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Huh? it's ONLY with an eligible upgrade, so he wouldn't be able to upgrade for the $199 since he used his upgrade in Jan and still have 17 months before he's eligible for a full upgrade.

wardfan220 said:
Yes that is true, the upgrade fee and shipping is waived, so it's only the $199 fee.
Huh? it's ONLY with an eligible upgrade, so he wouldn't be able to upgrade for the $199 since he used his upgrade in Jan and still have 17 months before he's eligible for a full upgrade.
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17 mo? It's a 12mo wait if he's a Premier customer w/ 10 yrs + as a customer (or w/ a sufficient amount of gripes on his account).
And, just to reiterate, I called Sprint Cust Svc. and yes, us Shifters can get the 3D for $199, regardless of eligibility status. I spent no more than 10 min on the phone venting about poor 3G service, and was advised that they'd honor the advertised price to keep my business (12 yr customer, 9 mo until upgrade anniversary).
Footnotes: Shifters. Gripe. Get. 3D. $199. Minimal. Hassle.

Sweet, but just for clarification, is this something being offered or something that I would have to complain to get?

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Sweet, but just for clarification, is this something being offered or something that I would have to complain to get?
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I should have been more specific, I apologize.
Fees waived. Upgrade eligibilty still technically being required. Complaining removes the requirement lol.
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Thanks, gonna have to give it some thought. My wife is getting one on Fri and if I really like it I may take a shot at trying to get myself one. I am a little hesitant to reset my upgrade eligibility to June since Tegra 3 devices are supposed to be coming out at the beginning of 12

Is this just a online special?could i go get one in the store for 200?
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Moving on to a new phone

What is the best way to go about selling my Epic? (any advice from previous sellers)
Is there anything special I need to do before selling it? (other than restore to stock and factory reset)
I will miss it, but I am switching to a Verizon
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WORDMAN713 said:
What is the best way to go about selling my Epic? (any advice from previous sellers)
Is there anything special I need to do before selling it? (other than restore to stock and factory reset)
I will miss it, but I am switching to a Verizon
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Sold mine through XDA Marketplace. Good luck

Good luck with that data cap
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Got unlimited after a phone call. It is all good and got over 20MB down outside my house just now. Might get rid of my Comcast :-$
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This is my speed test for proof

How much are u gonna pay on verizon? I plan on switching to verizon for the galaxy nexus
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Got unlimited after a phone call. It is all good and got over 20MB down outside my house just now. Might get rid of my Comcast :-$
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My phone besides being EPIC its also LEGENGDARY!!

WORDMAN713 said:
Got unlimited after a phone call. It is all good and got over 20MB down outside my house just now. Might get rid of my Comcast :-$
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How did you get unlimited and what is your monthly bill?
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I'm looking for another epic. How much u want for it. Pm me with a price
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Swappa.com
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Got unlimited after a phone call. It is all good and got over 20MB down outside my house just now. Might get rid of my Comcast :-$
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Also would like to know how you managed to get unlimited... best VZW is offering right now is 4GB a month (promo pricing).

$89.99 for unlimited text/data/450 minutes. I get a corp discount (about $70.90 before taxes) now so that is the real reason I switched. I loved my epic, but love Verizon's speedy LTE network more ;-) Pricing will vary depending on your plan needs, but unlimited data is not a guarantee. I had to make a few phone calls to get it. Good Luck, to those that want to switch and those that are staying. If you want unlimited data for Verizon check out a topic in the Rezound general section about getting unlimited.
Cheers!
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Also would like to know how you managed to get unlimited... best VZW is offering right now is 4GB a month (promo pricing).
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1370720
Checkout this thread for the details. I didn't believe it till I made the call.

Yeah that's the "trick" or loophole in VZW's pricing system. You ask for 4G unlimited hotspot (over the phone) and they upgrade you to unlimited data in order to get it. Once they upgrade you, you remove the unlimited hotspot via the web. Hopefully VZW doesn't catch on to this and knock you back to tiered data.

AT&T HTC ONE X $49.99 radioshack upgrade!

this is the lowest I've seen so far for this phone, get it while it last! You need to be eligible for an upgrade and I think you have to upgrade a family primary line, so there are still some limitations.
http://radioshackwireless.com/

NguyenHuu said:
this is the lowest I've seen so far for this phone, get it while it last! You need to be eligible for an upgrade and I think you have to upgrade a family primary line, so there are still some limitations.
http://radioshackwireless.com/
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Typo mabey because i don't see it and only find it for $150
Edit: nevermind you have to be primary on family data plan with upgrade to get deal
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Typo mabey because i don't see it and only find it for $150
Edit: nevermind you have to be primary on family data plan with upgrade to get deal
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yeah that's what i said lol. i just preordered me, 49.99 no tax, no shipping. i read around that some people getting their devices earlier than may 6, i hope that's true.

I was just browsing the site an hour ago it was 149?
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I camt wait till verizon gets its version! Maybe someday. But 4 now..... Im already on the next best thing, my htc rezound with sense 4.0!!!!
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click on primary line and sho nuff 49.99 to bad thats not the one i have due for upgrade

darn have 2 upgrades but not on primary

Screwed
I bought the phone from by phone to ensure that i will keep my unlimited data plan.
The Salesman (It is a salesman and i believed him !!!) told me that i will keep my plan.
I received the bill from email and i see that my plan was retrograde to 300Mb for $20.
Call them back and they say sorry, we love you, the sky is blue with a lot of sun and birds, it was a miscommunication.
Is there a way to get back after receive the phone the grandfathered unlimited data plan ? or I need to cancel my order
$50 for that phone instead of 200
Thanks Guys

When buying online like amazon or radio shack you have to one call and don't do the computer order method. And 2 call att and get a good rep and let him know your buying online which requires a plan change but want to keep your unlimited data. And a good rep will mark your account so once you get the phone you can call and restore you unlimited data.
I don't screw around with that crap the extra money compared to the headache of dealing with countless idiot reps etc..
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Thanks
I will call ATT Rep

ill let my dad know about this deal...he needs a new phone lol

IDK if this still works. I tried it, selected family primary line, and still $149.99

p00kienrayray said:
IDK if this still works. I tried it, selected family primary line, and still $149.99
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Died the same day, in fact the button was greyed out for the last few days...