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Sprint Premier, Sell the EVO in july for a full upgrade?

With all these crazy new phones being announced with their super screens and dual core processors, it got me thinking.. Sprint premier customers can upgrade every year. Assuming we got it on day one (me me), do you think we could sell it in craigslist or ebay around late june or early july and make $200? My phone has a spot where anything on a white screen shows up kinda spot burned and the camera lens cover falls off. I'm gonna save these to get a replacement and then sell it. How well would it retain its value in another 6 months? If phones can stay above the 200 mark for a year, then can't we upgrade indefinitely for virtually free (activation fees size)
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Zori said:
With all these crazy new phones being announced with their super screens and dual core processors, it got me thinking.. Sprint premier customers can upgrade every year. Assuming we got it on day one (me me), do you think we could sell it in craigslist or ebay around late june or early july and make $200? My phone has a spot where anything on a white screen shows up kinda spot burned and the camera lens cover falls off. I'm gonna save these to get a replacement and then sell it. How well would it retain its value in another 6 months? If phones can stay above the 200 mark for a year, then can't we upgrade indefinitely for virtually free (activation fees size)
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~300-350
A drop of Chuck Norris's semen was placed on the IPhone. We now have the Htc Evo.

I'm pretty sure that you'll be able to get $150-200 for the evo so upgrading shouldn't be too expensive.
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alex2792 said:
I'm pretty sure that you'll be able to get $150-200 for the evo so upgrading shouldn't be too expensive.
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This and how I do love being a Premier Customer

I wet my pants
Crossrocker said:
~300-350
A drop of Chuck Norris's semen was placed on the IPhone. We now have the Htc Evo.
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LMAO!!! I must go change my shorts...

Lol 300+ would be intense but I'd be super happy with 200. I'm sure we could at LEAST get 150 cause that's about how much hero is going for a year and 3 months after launch. Can't wait for those new dual core phones, lets hope sprint grabs one!
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Edit: Although I do love me some HTC. I'm personally hoping for a CDMA variant of the Playstation Phone or some other Android smartphone with a gamepad!

Wouldnt suprise me if you got $300 - $350. I sold a hero with accessories for $250.00 on ebay about 3 months ago.

Sorry to derail... I was laughing at the "A drop of Chuck Norris's semen was placed on the IPhone. We now have the Htc Evo." sig, not the price. I agree with the price.

It's not unheard of to get more than you paid for it, because you're selling it with no contract obligations. The comparable "new" price is $450, not $200. That said, a lot of people won't recognize that unless you spell it out for them and think you're ripping them off. But there is unquestionably value in a phone that does not require a contract extension or use of upgrade eligibility.
After a year though, with newer, better phones out, it'll lose some value. But even if you don't "break even," you have to consider the value of having the phone for the year you used it, as well as the value of having the latest and greatest new one. Whatever it's worth on the market at the time you decide to upgrade, I look at it as a bonus.

As much as I'd love to do the same, I don't think I could ever get rid of my EVO
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I just sold my Mogul 2 months ago for $45 and $15 shipping.
Box, Book, power cable, computer cable, No Mem Card.

Wizhk said:
I just sold my Mogul 2 months ago for $45 and $15 shipping.
Box, Book, power cable, computer cable, No Mem Card.
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No way, nice! That thing is ancient I made a long post earlier but I guess it didn't go through, I was saying I'll sell my evo a few weeks before the next big sprint phone comes out, or when we know something is coming but it's only leaks and it's not announced to the public yet, that way the evo is still one if the more in demand phones retaining it's value. All about timing, even if it's not before july!
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im a premier customer but not eligible until sept on one line and november on the other.

Wizhk said:
I just sold my Mogul 2 months ago for $45 and $15 shipping.
Box, Book, power cable, computer cable, No Mem Card.
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Haha wow. That's incredible. I tried to sell my Treo Pro but saw it was going on eBay for like $5.

This is my plan as well. Right now you can get like 300. I am expecting 150-200 by summer as others have mentioned. I'd be very happy with that.
Gotta love Sprint. If you're a phone lover and want fast upgrades, it can't be beat. Just wish they had more super phones to choose from instead of just 1 or 2.
On a side note, I can still sell my old HTC Touch for over $50 on eBay, but I kinda like it for nostalgia.

i sold my pre for 220 when the evo came out, and this phone will still be more up to date than my old pre was

dsw10482 said:
i sold my pre for 220 when the evo came out, and this phone will still be more up to date than my old pre was
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That's really good! And it gives me hope lol, I have a spare battery too so hopefully that'll give me a bit of an edge!
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It's going to be a long time before the evo drops in price, at work we have a pretty excellent contract with Sprint and the evo is the only device we don't get a discount on. We can get -literary - any other device for free... but not the evo. I had to beg to get one...
Just fwiw. I wouldn't mind a drop in price though, my wife's 12 months are almost up and she's sick of her moment
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Through a fun glitch with Best Buy and my upgrade I got my Evo for $50. The phone was $200 and I sold my Moment to a coworker who was not eligible for an upgrade for $150.
They were selling for 200+ on ebay at the time, and she offered $200 but she just had a baby and I'm a nice guy.

Nice price even off contract for evo 3d

http://phandroid.com/2011/05/23/evo-3d-499-off-contract-at-radio-shack-399-with-old-evo-trade-in/

Yea, I'm going to pass by my local Radio Shack after work today. Hopefully they still will take my pre-order.

I'm definitely getting the 3d but my upgrade not till August
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damn good deal...but as of now i'm running virus's b1.1.2 sense 3.0 with bursts theme and everything is working great, and silky smooth! i'll prolly wait until my contract is up in Nov. but hell-of-a-deal...i just wanta play with one!!! grrrr

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1091757
Evo trade In via radio shack
from my phone duh

If it's in mint condition kind of a rip off at radio shack make some profit off eBay. Then buy the evo 3d and have some money in ur pockets.

reaper24 said:
If it's in mint condition kind of a rip off at radio shack make some profit off eBay.
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I would agree with you but if you check the listings there are already hundreds of listings in my area trying to sell the phone in prep for the 3D.

Zabalba said:
I would agree with you but if you check the listings there are already hundreds of listings in my area trying to sell the phone in prep for the 3D.
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LOL mine is brand new not a refurbished unit and still have 8 months on my contract.

Zabalba said:
I would agree with you but if you check the listings there are already hundreds of listings in my area trying to sell the phone in prep for the 3D.
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Just looked on Ebay and you are correct, there are a lot of evo's for sale. Going rate is about $230 - $250 at the moment and that price will probably go down when the 3d comes out (hopes not).

Jfree3000 said:
Just looked on Ebay and you are correct, there are a lot of evo's for sale. Going rate is about $230 - $250 at the moment and that price will probably go down when the 3d comes out (hopes not).
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I doubt it still a kick ass phone people may not like the evo 3d as much as the evo. Along with not liking the shift or the echo lol echo was a joke.

mines sold soon as the E3D is released and i have it i will have my evo over to the person buying it

Pre-ordered mine.

I don't think its that good of a deal. How much does a 3D cost off contract? $499?
You can definitely sell your Evo on Craigslist or Ebay for AT LEAST $200, and if you put that money towards the new phone, it would make an off contract 3D $299
or cheaper...
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CheesyNutz said:
mines sold soon as the E3D is released and i have it i will have my evo over to the person buying it
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You and hundreds of others will be selling at the same time, good luck
sent from my evo, *****!

Yeah I sold my Evo last month because I knew once the Evo3d hit the shelves, that there was gonna be a mass flux of people selling on Ebay - Craigslist - Etc.. You will see Evo 4G's going for $150 before the end of the week it is released in Mint Condition with accessories. I can almost promise this. I luckily had an Epic also, so I wasn't without during my loss of my great Evo, but now I have a Pre order with Radio Shack and $450 in saving and a $50 gift card to buy my new one. Exciting stuff. Though I really doubt that I'm gonna get it for $499. It's going to probably be $50 to $100 more expensive that what that ad actually says. Though I hope not.

Amazon Electronics Trade In

Hey guys, with the upcoming 3D coming out, I thought some of you may find this interesting. Amazon has an electronics trade in program where they will pay up to $187 for a white evo and $114.50 for a black evo. They won't pay actual cash, but will give you amazon credit (which if they sell the evo 3D, then who cares). I know you can probably sell it for more thru ebay, craigslist, etc, but for those who just want to get it done with, here's an option.
Here's a link to the evo page on amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/search/s/r...nics-tradein&field-keywords=evo&Go.x=0&Go.y=0
Here's a link to the Amazon trade in program:
http://www.amazon.com/Electronics-T...d_t=101&pf_rd_p=1298691042&pf_rd_i=2242532011

anyone who does this is a moron when you can get much more money selling it yourself via craigslist or ebay

gotshores said:
I know you can probably sell it for more thru ebay, craigslist, etc, but for those who just want to get it done with, here's an option.
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it's just another option bud, no need to troll.

gotshores said:
it's just another option bud, no need to troll.
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agreed and thank you

Seems the Sprint buy back for $150 is a better deal
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kooks05 said:
Seems the Sprint buy back for $150 is a better deal
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Is there a catch? Like you have to buy another Sprint phone? Or can I just bring the Evo in, drop it off and walk out with $150?
I'm looking to switch to AT&T and this would cover my ETF with some cash left over.

FishTaco said:
I'm looking to switch to AT&T and this would cover my ETF with some cash left over.
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OMG why the hell would you do that?

spencer88 said:
OMG why the hell would you do that?
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Yeah no kidding. There service is terrible.
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spencer88 said:
OMG why the hell would you do that?
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Now I am leaning towards the S II and it appears AT&T will have it but not so sure about Sprint. Plus on my Evo 4G, Wimax is great when I can get a decent signal, but keeping the connection has been a problem (e.g. in car or more than a few feet away from a window).
I had AT&T previously and never had any significant service issues. But I have no idea what type of HSPA+ speeds I'll get or if the connection holds any better than Wimax.
I will probably just wait until after the 3D and S II are both launched and see the reviews on performance.

FishTaco said:
Is there a catch? Like you have to buy another Sprint phone? Or can I just bring the Evo in, drop it off and walk out with $150?
I'm looking to switch to AT&T and this would cover my ETF with some cash left over.
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Yes, you only get the $150 if you are upgrading. I tried to sell my phone to them, and they said I must be upgrading to a new phone.

FishTaco said:
Now I am leaning towards the S II and it appears AT&T will have it but not so sure about Sprint. Plus on my Evo 4G, Wimax is great when I can get a decent signal, but keeping the connection has been a problem (e.g. in car or more than a few feet away from a window).
I had AT&T previously and never had any significant service issues. But I have no idea what type of HSPA+ speeds I'll get or if the connection holds any better than Wimax.
I will probably just wait until after the 3D and S II are both launched and see the reviews on performance.
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I thought it was already leaked that Sprint is gonna get it? It's supposed ot be called the Within.
On another note, I just checked the Amazon Trade In program on the 19th and the black EVO was valued at $209. It freaking dropped in price like a mofo. I guess it was a mistake or alot of peeps started trading them in already getting ready for the 3D.

KB112 said:
I thought it was already leaked that Sprint is gonna get it? It's supposed ot be called the Within.
On another note, I just checked the Amazon Trade In program on the 19th and the black EVO was valued at $209. It freaking dropped in price like a mofo. I guess it was a mistake or alot of peeps started trading them in already getting ready for the 3D.
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when the evo dropped last year, Best Buy was selling the hero for $29 (the phone I had just paid over $150 for with an upgrade). talk about being sh**ted on (got hero in January, got Evo the day it released)

Not sure about phones, but I am planning on selling 2 of my old digital cameras I have laying around. Amazon cash is just as good as real cash in my house.

If you are planing to upgrade through sprint then I would do the Sprint upgrade program... If you are going with a different carrier then use amazon, eBay or craigslist ... my 2cents

How to get $150 discount on your upgrade/EVO 3D

Just saw this: http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?sduid=479829&t=3011929
Might help a few of you!

Or just do a trade in at the sprint store for your old evo and get a $150 credit towards your evo 3d!!

oOflyeyesOo said:
Or just do a trade in at the sprint store for your old evo and get a $150 credit towards your evo 3d!!
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Lol so what would be the total price then if your still under contract

Hey I had my contract for 10 months and some days. It will make my first year with sprint in about 45 days. Would I be about to do this full upgrade?
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Going to try this. I have a 75 upgrade
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Just sell Ur EVO on Craigslist for 200 then the 3d is like free
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reaper24 said:
Lol so what would be the total price then if your still under contract
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$50.
10char.

It's a well known secret but now that it was put on blast on the main EVO 4G board, better call them quick before they remove the offer.
I can personally confirm I called that number (It's posted on a topic in the 3D EVO board) and they reset my upgrades for the full amount on both my lines. I became a Sprint member a few weeks after the EVOs launch. Just ask nicely. Don't be a douche. I gave them the line "I was expecting an full upgrade for my primarly line" The rep said she can definitely help with that and even offered to reset my girlfriend's line as well.
So in summary:
Full upgrades reset by said number
Preorder EVO 3D at Target mobile ($50 deposit)
Trade EVO 4G at Target mobile for $150
Get EVO 3D for $50 (Which was already paid with the preorder)
See you suckers on launch day. You snooze you lose.

Read the WIKI at that link for more Q&A stuff...but you guys can easily sell your EVOs for $200 - $300 on craigslist!

the deal looks legit but i won't be able to take advantage of it. i used my upgrade in may for the nexus, then returned it and got an evo instead last weekend. how many times can you exchange phones at best buy? i wouldn't mind using my upgrade on the 3d or another upcoming device like the gs2. i know i have 30 days to turn the phone back in.
im also expecting a call from dan's office at sprint tomorrow so ill wheel and deal them as well.

fixxxer2008 said:
the deal looks legit but i won't be able to take advantage of it. i used my upgrade in may for the nexus, then returned it and got an evo instead last weekend. how many times can you exchange phones at best buy? i wouldn't mind using my upgrade on the 3d or another upcoming device like the gs2. i know i have 30 days to turn the phone back in.
im also expecting a call from dan's office at sprint tomorrow so ill wheel and deal them as well.
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It won't hurt to try. Tell them you want to preorder the evo 3D because you were waiting for a better phone. Hence the return.

Zabalba said:
It won't hurt to try. Tell them you want to preorder the evo 3D because you were waiting for a better phone. Hence the return.
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well you should be able to return it for any reason within the 30 days from what i understand.

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$50.
10char.
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The EVO 3d is 500 without contract. If your under contract like me you won't get a 3d for 50 bucks. Trading in your phone.

reaper24 said:
The EVO 3d is 500 without contract. If your under contract like me you won't get a 3d for 50 bucks. Trading in your phone.
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more like $600 if you go through best buy. if i cannot get sprint to let me have it, ill just wait until they go for $300 on craigslist.

fixxxer2008 said:
more like $600 if you go through best buy. if i cannot get sprint to let me have it, ill just wait until they go for $300 on craigslist.
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I only see a cheap way to get a 3d is if your do for a full upgrade and trade your evo in then you would get a 3d cheap. Sucks tho if your still under contract.

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Just saw this: http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?sduid=479829&t=3011929
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omg this worked like a charm! trust me im getting an evo 3d after only a year! yay!

Did this about two hours ago and it worked great!!! Checed it by testing UPGRADE to 1311 and all is good. Now I'm gonna go preorder one tomarrow.
-Frank

i called today as well. it was no problewm they hooked me up with a upgrade. i'm going to wait till the phone is rooted and hotspot is working tho untilli buy one.

Wow. This worked. Thank you. EVO 3D here I come.

Got a request sent in.. the girl said it takes up to 24 hours to see if I got it. Did anyone else get told that
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Get $150.00 for your old EVO 4G

I am not sure this has been posted yet, but for you wanting to get the E3D or another phone, get a $150.00 credit on the purchase of your new phone.
Just did this 10 minutes ago and got my new EVO 3D for $49.99
You can take it to a sprint store, or do it online easily at:
http://www.sprintbuyback.com/
Have fun!

Is this only when you're due for an upgrade or anytime?

You can do it at anytime. As long as it turns on and doesn't have a cracked screen or anything. If you don't have upgrade it would just take $150 off retail price. I wouldn't think that price is going to last much longer seems its being sold with upgrade for $99.
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You are right, you can do it at anytime and even use other cellphones, but they might give you a lesser value.
The price WILL NOT last long. There are actually places selling the EVO 4G with new 2 years plan for $29.99.
Hey... I just had an IDEA. I will buy used EVOs and sell the to sprint!!!!

Wonder if you can use more than 1 EVO trade in towards the purchase of a new phone if your paying full price?
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The Evo3D is a waste of money. Why would I trade an evo in for an evo? The only reason I'd do this is if I was coming from a MUCH older phone.

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Wonder if you can use more than 1 EVO trade in towards the purchase of a new phone if your paying full price?
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Up t0 5 devices per line for a 12 months period.

runcool said:
The Evo3D is a waste of money. Why would I trade an evo in for an evo? The only reason I'd do this is if I was coming from a MUCH older phone.
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because it is indeed a MUCH better and faster phone perhaps. I was thinking exactly like that until I played with my coworker's phone...
I was waiting for an Iphone on sprint... now i will not waste my time... evo3d is so much better...
My wife has an iphone on verizon... I have sprint because of my work... and you know what... 3d beats it!

We bought our Evo's for $119 before any number porting credits or rebates. If we were due for an upgrade it would be nice to make $30 on our phones trading them in for $50 E3D's for a net of about $20 to get into brand new phones. We are more than happy with our Evo's and already have batteries and too many accessories to consider following through at this point.

On my way to the sprint store now to trade in my og evo for a $50.00 3d? Will probably return it in a week though for the photon. Only time will tell.
Swyped from my Supersonic

runcool said:
The Evo3D is a waste of money. Why would I trade an evo in for an evo? The only reason I'd do this is if I was coming from a MUCH older phone.
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Have you even used one. No I'm not talking about playing with the store demo for 5 minutes. If you had you would be feeling pretty stupid.
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what is the photon

only for people who eligible for upgrade?

I had the evo 4g for a year then I decided to upgraded to the 3d.... gotta say to all the haters..
that this little gimick phone.. Will kick og evo ass!
Dual core And battery life is awesome.

karikian said:
You are right, you can do it at anytime and even use other cellphones, but they might give you a lesser value.
The price WILL NOT last long. There are actually places selling the EVO 4G with new 2 years plan for $29.99.
Hey... I just had an IDEA. I will buy used EVOs and sell the to sprint!!!!
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I never seen anybody selling a used evo for less than 150,good luck
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