It's incredible, phone Hasn't even been released yet and it's already doing great to say the least.
http://www.androidcentral.com/samsung-galaxy-s-iii-sees-9-million-pre-orders
Samsung just owns all, literally. Hoping they grow bigger and bigger ^_^
And now it's so much fun to look at Sammy hater's faces who told that it's going to be a fail of the year
That's pretty good! If the U.S. variants were doing preorders. That number would double easily.
that's amazing. 9 million. wow, just wow.
that in itself is proof that SGS3 is an amazing device.
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that's amazing. 9 million. wow, just wow.
that in itself is proof that SGS3 is an amazing device.
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Just the curiosity of the device . Let's wait untill the phone released.
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I would have pre ordered but no carriers are selling handsets only. I have to get one from a carrier like Three because if you get a faulty one (always seem to get one) then they send you a new one at the same time of picking up the old one. There is nothing worse than having to send your phone back and waiting for them to test it and it ends up taking weeks to get a new one.
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I would have pre ordered but no carriers are selling handsets only. I have to get one from a carrier like Three because if you get a faulty one (always seem to get one) then they send you a new one at the same time of picking up the old one. There is nothing worse than having to send your phone back and waiting for them to test it and it ends up taking weeks to get a new one.
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meeh, i dont mind waiting, but some of us have more than 1 spare phone available. others dont. so in that case, i'm right there with ya.
but on the other hand, $10 AT&T medianet is a no-brainer for me.. I'll buy an iPhone or an AT&T HOX on AT&T upgrade/contract for $199 and sell it on XDA MP or Craigslist for $600. That's $400 profit. International SGS3 is $700, less the $400 for the sold AT&T HOX. That's $300 out of pocket for an international SGS3.
Then take AT&T's 3gb data plan of $30 per month, multiply that by 24 and I get $720. VERSUS AT&T's medianet unlimited data plan for $10 per month, multiply by 24 and I get $240.
$720 minus $240 is $480. Take $480 and apply that towards the $300 you have left on the SGS3 after i've sold my AT&T HOX. I'm still out on top $180 (unless i did my math wrong, which im prone to do often lol)
This is my rational for getting an international SGS3.
I don't think LTE is even worth it atm as the speeds people are reporting aren't any faster than what I get over here on Three (UK network) using HSPA+ and not to mention it wont have as good coverage. Besides with a 3GB limit you have, what is the point in LTE? You'd get through it within an hour, here Three gives unlimited data and free tethering and that is much more important to me.
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I don't think LTE is even worth it atm as the speeds people are reporting aren't any faster than what I get over here on Three (UK network) using HSPA+ and not to mention it wont have as good coverage. Besides with a 3GB limit you have, what is the point in LTE? You'd get through it within an hour, here Three gives unlimited data and free tethering and that is much more important to me.
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yea, im fine with HSPA+ speeds. I'm running LTE on Verizon, so I don't care much for AT&T LTE.
I do know that AT&T LTE in my area is really crappy right now too.
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oh, btw, i just noticed there is 2 threads regarding the 9 million units preordered.
Does having an LTE phone mean it cannot work in countries without it?
Cheaper?
Is preordering cheaper? because there is no preordering in Hong Kong yet.
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Does having an LTE phone mean it cannot work in countries without it?
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no. it can, it just wont get LTE. it'll remain on 3G bands.
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Is preordering cheaper? because there is no preordering in Hong Kong yet.
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barondebxl said:
It's incredible, phone Hasn't even been released yet and it's already doing great to say the least.
http://www.androidcentral.com/samsung-galaxy-s-iii-sees-9-million-pre-orders
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i did pre-order
looking at the speed it seems s3 will break the record of s2 within very few days.
9 million sheep.
This phone will break records of sales, yes.
But I belive a considerable amount of those pre orders are the people that preordered in different stores, different models (White/blue, 32gb/64gb)
The real number should be a little lower.
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This phone will break records of sales, yes.
But I belive a considerable amount of those pre orders are the people that preordered in different stores, different models (White/blue, 32gb/64gb)
The real number should be a little lower.
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but all of them comes under the name tag "S3" right?
Not 9 million pre orders but 9 million shipped to stores.
I'm not going to bother pre-ordering. Prices seems a little ridiculous to me.
But the more and more I think on wanting a 64GB device, I realize I don't need it with all the cloud storage I've got between Box, Dropbox, Google Drive, SugarSync, Skydrive PLUS I have all my music either on a 32GB microSD right now or accessible on google music.
I might just stick to a 16GB device. But $734 for one right now...seems kind of out there to me.
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Wondering when this amazing device is coming to the US. Also, how smooth does that 1.4ghz Exynos run?
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Wondering when this amazing device is coming to the US. Also, how smooth does that 1.4ghz Exynos run?
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No telling. Our carriers ruin everything. Could take six months. Mine is on the way to Texas!!
U.S. looks like it's coming to AT&T, according to FCC documents
According to FCC documents filed, it appears Samsung has at least applied for approval for AT&T ... http://www.slashgear.com/samsung-galaxy-note-headed-to-usa-on-att-says-fcc-30184411/
My hope is it will be here 1st or 2nd quarter of next year with AT&T, since that's who our family plan is with.
Has anyone heard any updates to this, since that was back on September 30th.
I have a 2 year old iPhone 3GS that I would love to replace with this.
All the best !!!
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How to tell when a Samsung phone will be coming out in the US:
Start with the European launch date and add the number of days you can reasonable wait for a launch. Add 6-8 months and they might be ready to release it.
So it sounds more reasonable to expect a 2nd quarter U.S. launch since it was announced in September in Europe. I sure hope it's sooner though. It clearly blows away every device I've ever had, including the hyped-up iPhone !!!
I'm going to try and wait till May at the latest, since the warranty on my iPhone 4 is up on June. I hate not being protected...So I'll get the Note from the UK if it's not released by then, then just get a square trade warranty on it.
Unless it is an "iphone" don't expect any release from at&t within 6 months of it being released to the rest of the world. AT&T sucks at releasing non iJunk.
Walk into one with a blank stare, tell them you are looking for a smart phone and
I'd bet you 100 bucks they will START with the iJunk.
When the SGS2 was FINALLY released, I walked into a corporate store to look at
one, and the sales drone said "I think we have one, but I don't care for android, I like the iPhone". Well, when you have sales people who think like that, what do you expect them to push you into? Plus, when AT&T sold their souls to get the iPhone, you can bet there was some under the table deal that keeps something that would stomp the iPhone into dust. And you can bet there is probably more profit on iJunk/accessories than any other phone.
I quit buying on contract with at&t last year with the Streak. It's expensive as hell to buy one out right, but, over the long run, you come out ahead. Plus, I'm still on the unlimited data...as long as I'm a good boy, or until at&t changes their mind again.
Thanks guys, but you bumped my 13 day old thread...
I bought a note already... Lol
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Thanks guys, but you bumped my 13 day old thread...
I bought a note already... Lol
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Where did you buy it from?
What carrier are you using and is it getting 3G/4G?
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I quit buying on contract with at&t last year with the Streak. It's expensive as hell to buy one out right, but, over the long run, you come out ahead.
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Not True.
That's only true if the ETF($325 smart phone's) plus the contract price is higher then the retail price.
For the iPhone....The Retail price for the 4S 16GB is $650. So you are going to pay $200 on contract, and say you cancel the next month....that's a total of $525. Even if you include a $100 bill for the first month, that's still cheaper then buying a off-contract iPhone 4S!
It would make some sense if you got a lower monthly plan for not being on a contract, but fat chance on that. Instead, it's better to just buy on contract and let your potential ETF decrease by $10/month. When you want to leave ATT or get another phone, just sell it and buy another, you will be better off. The ETF is just there because the carrier is paying for a good portion of the phone for you.
This is still true for most Dumb Phones that are Free on contract. They can run $200 retail, and the ETF is $175..it's still cheaper to go with the contract, once again your monthly fee is the same, and the ETF decreases after each month on the network.
Now. I'm off contract on my iPhone 4. But that's because I get a cheaper monthly rate by being off contract. I use a iPad data only SIM in my iphone, which is the $30 Unlimited deal. The ETF after 16 months was $175...which is the cost for less then 3 months of service. I would be paying the Unlimited data sim anyway just to keep it...So this way I save a ton of cash.
Now if ATT get the Note...that's a $800 device! If ATT only asked $400 on contract that would still be quite the deal, as the Contract price plus the ETF would be $725...still cheaper then the unlocked retail version! And since ATT is what I would be using here in the US anyway, it really makes no sense for me to get the unlocked version. Now...if the Locked version does not have LTE, and does not work with my iPad SIM as my iPhone does, I may just bite the bullet and get the Internationale version anyway, that way I can go on using my data only device.(I use google voice for text and talkatone for voice, android has a Voip gmail google voice client as well)
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Not True.
That's only true if the ETF($325 smart phone's) plus the contract price is higher then the retail price.
For the iPhone....The Retail price for the 4S 16GB is $650. So you are going to pay $200 on contract, and say you cancel the next month....that's a total of $525. Even if you include a $100 bill for the first month, that's still cheaper then buying a off-contract iPhone 4S!
It would make some sense if you got a lower monthly plan for not being on a contract, but fat chance on that. Instead, it's better to just buy on contract and let your potential ETF decrease by $10/month. When you want to leave ATT or get another phone, just sell it and buy another, you will be better off. The ETF is just there because the carrier is paying for a good portion of the phone for you.
This is still true for most Dumb Phones that are Free on contract. They can run $200 retail, and the ETF is $175..it's still cheaper to go with the contract, once again your monthly fee is the same, and the ETF decreases after each month on the network.
Now. I'm off contract on my iPhone 4. But that's because I get a cheaper monthly rate by being off contract. I use a iPad data only SIM in my iphone, which is the $30 Unlimited deal. The ETF after 16 months was $175...which is the cost for less then 3 months of service. I would be paying the Unlimited data sim anyway just to keep it...So this way I save a ton of cash.
Now if ATT get the Note...that's a $800 device! If ATT only asked $400 on contract that would still be quite the deal, as the Contract price plus the ETF would be $725...still cheaper then the unlocked retail version! And since ATT is what I would be using here in the US anyway, it really makes no sense for me to get the unlocked version. Now...if the Locked version does not have LTE, and does not work with my iPad SIM as my iPhone does, I may just bite the bullet and get the Internationale version anyway, that way I can go on using my data only device.(I use google voice for text and talkatone for voice, android has a Voip gmail google voice client as well)
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Cool story.
Have fun waiting 7 months for his thing to come to the US. By that time, the Galaxy Note 2 would have come out.
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Where would be the best and cheapest place to get a Note?
Has anyone ever used ... electroprise.com on Manhattan before? ... http://electroprise.com/samsung-galaxy-note-gt-n7000-gsm-hsdpa-quadband-unlocked-p-2911.html. I'm up for an upgrade, with AT&T, anyways and they say they have a Note for $399, with a plan, which seems pretty good (cost varies with the type of plan).
If I sell my iPhone 3GS for $150-200 then it's only about $200-250 extra for the phone. Has anyone heard of a great place(s) or offer(s) for the Note, with a plan (since I need to extend my plan anyways)?
I'm going to call electroprise.com today and see what the real deal is ... it seems too good to be true. FYI, my current intention is to wait until the Note comes to AT&T and get it for $200 possibly (it may be $400 anyways !!!), but I would have to wait 6 months, which is a total bummer.
Any help would be greatly appreciated ... all the best !!!
olliesshop said:
Has anyone ever used ... electroprise.com on Manhattan before? ... http://electroprise.com/samsung-galaxy-note-gt-n7000-gsm-hsdpa-quadband-unlocked-p-2911.html. I'm up for an upgrade, with AT&T, anyways and they say they have a Note for $399, with a plan, which seems pretty good (cost varies with the type of plan).
If I sell my iPhone 3GS for $150-200 then it's only about $200-250 extra for the phone. Has anyone heard of a great place(s) or offer(s) for the Note, with a plan (since I need to extend my plan anyways)?
I'm going to call electroprise.com today and see what the real deal is ... it seems too good to be true. FYI, my current intention is to wait until the Note comes to AT&T and get it for $200 possibly (it may be $400 anyways !!!), but I would have to wait 6 months, which is a total bummer.
Any help would be greatly appreciated ... all the best !!!
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WOW this seems too good to be true LOL. $600 off contract? $400 on contract? This phone is not even offered for a contract on any US carrier. Not sure about this one...
I just read this on androidcentral.com (2011-11-06)
http://forums.androidcentral.com/samsung-galaxy-note/131663-where-buy-galaxy-note-us.html ...
"Re: Where to buy Galaxy Note for US?
You can't get the Note from a US carrier yet. You will need to order international. Many have ordered from Handtec () without issue. They are currently shipping their second batch out. They have a choice of unlocked with no network logo or for slightly less, unlocked with a network logo on boot.
You can also order from Amazon Germany or clove.co.uk
You won't be able to take advantage of the 3g or 4g network on T-Mobile with the International version of the note. It does not have the antenna and chipset for the lower frequencies used on the higher speed network. You will only get voice and 2g speed out side of Wi-Fi. The Korean version of the Note with LTE is being released very soon and will be using the Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset (like the Galaxy S2 on T-Mobile). This will likely be compatible with T-Mobile's higher speed network.
The International Note can be used with ATT HSDPA network without issue and at full speed. Some are using the unlimited pay as you go, non-smartphone plan (I think it is called gophone) with the note. I believe it is ~$50/month. Since ATT can only check the IMEI number on units it sells, you should be able to use an unlocked, international Note with this plan without having ATT change your plan to a more expensive "smartphone", limited plan.
-Alex-"
"I also found out from Wikipedia that AT&T has the following frequencies ... http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AT&T_Mobility ... does everyone agree with these?
Radio Frequency Summary
The following is a list of known frequencies which AT&T employs in the United States:
Frequency Protocol Class
Frequencies used on the AT&T Network 850 MHz GSM/GPRS/EDGE 2G
1900 MHz GSM/GPRS/EDGE 2G
850 MHz UMTS/HSPA 3G
1900 MHz UMTS/HSPA 3G
700 MHz LTE 4G"
That means AT&T should match up well with Note's frequencies ...
HSPA+ up to 21Mbps 850/900/1900/2100
4G LTE
EDGE/GPRS 850/900/1800/1900
This is just my two cent worth ... maybe I should wait for the 4G phone ... aaarrggg !!! Like I said before, any help would be appreciated.
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HTC Chris said:
WOW this seems too good to be true LOL. $600 off contract? $400 on contract? This phone is not even offered for a contract on any US carrier. Not sure about this one...
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I love your signature " ... after getting off iPhone", since that what I'm doing.
The iPhone is a "Smartphone for dummies" in my opinion. I used to hack the old XDAs/Windows phones a lot and I'm looking forward to doing it again with Android.
olliesshop said:
I love your signature " ... after getting off iPhone", since that what I'm doing.
The iPhone is a "Smartphone for dummies" in my opinion. I used to hack the old XDAs/Windows phones a lot and I'm looking forward to doing it again with Android.
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Yeah I saw the light XD. After experiencing what the Android can do(flash, bigger screen, better customization with ROMS and kernals,etc) I don't think I can go back to an iPhone. I've been loyal to having an iPhone since the first generation, the 4s is what threw me off the ship. Now I'm thinking about picking up a Note I thinking of picking it up from this guy http://www.ebay.com/itm/140636202852?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649 Exchange my Galaxy for an unopened one and resell it for $450, so minus that from $750 the phone will cost me around $300.
I'm not so sure about the website you posted, I haven't seen the Galaxy Note for less than $730. But what you can do is use your upgrade to buy an iPhone 4s 16gb for $200, resell for $650, sell your iPhone 3gs for maybe $150. I see someone did something similar here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1338821
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Now if ATT get the Note...that's a $800 device! If ATT only asked $400 on contract that would still be quite the deal, as the Contract price plus the ETF would be $725...still cheaper then the unlocked retail version! And since ATT is what I would be using here in the US anyway, it really makes no sense for me to get the unlocked version. Now...if the Locked version does not have LTE, and does not work with my iPad SIM as my iPhone does, I may just bite the bullet and get the Internationale version anyway, that way I can go on using my data only device.(I use google voice for text and talkatone for voice, android has a Voip gmail google voice client as well)
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WTF are you smoking that this plan makes any sense? The note is not an $800 phone, it is a $700 phone that would cost ATT much less than that (550-600) in wholesale price. So you think you are "getting a deal" when you are just getting screwed like everyone else who goes on a contract.
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Well I've been calling electroprise.com pretty much all day and the phone just rings after the message and prompts, so it may be too good to be true. I let everyone know if I find out anything.
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I'm not so sure about the website you posted, I haven't seen the Galaxy Note for less than $730.
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The Galaxy Note is $710 shipped from Handtec and they cover the 2 year warranty from Samsung.
http://www.handtec.co.uk/product.php/5504/samsung-galaxy-note--16gb--sim-free-unlocked-
Amazon - Do you agree with the financials on this?
Does this make sense ...
• I'm due for an upgrade with AT&T, so I can buy a sealed, brand new, iPhone 4S 16GB for $200 and sell it for $500-650, based on eBay research ... for a profit of $300-450.
• It looks like I can sell my 2 year old 3GS, for $100-250
• Amazon has the Note for $769.95 ... http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Galaxy-Unlocked-Android-Smartphone/dp/B0061YRDX6
Therefore, I should be able to make $400-700 selling the two iPhones, then buy the Note from Amazon for $769.95. So it would cost me $70-370 total for the Note. Do you all agree with this logic, or am I missing something?
Also, does anyone know how to upgrade to Ice Cream Sandwich on the Note yet ... is there a good forum link on "how to"? I've never had an Android before, so this is all new to me ... sorry for my ignorance.
Thanks for any help on this.
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Does this make sense ...
• I'm due for an upgrade with AT&T, so I can buy a sealed, brand new, iPhone 4S 16GB for $200 and sell it for $500-650, based on eBay research ... for a profit of $300-450.
• It looks like I can sell my 2 year old 3GS, for $100-250
• Amazon has the Note for $769.95 ... http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Galaxy-Unlocked-Android-Smartphone/dp/B0061YRDX6
Therefore, I should be able to make $400-700 selling the two iPhones, then buy the Note from Amazon for $769.95. So it would cost me $70-370 total for the Note. Do you all agree with this logic, or am I missing something?
Also, does anyone know how to upgrade to Ice Cream Sandwich on the Note yet ... is there a good forum link on "how to"? I've never had an Android before, so this is all new to me ... sorry for my ignorance.
Thanks for any help on this.
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If I was you I would get a Galaxy S 2 instead.. Get it on att.. Galaxy Note is still very young in software updates.. Has to many issues.
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I got all excited when the Galaxy Tab was introduced to the world! When it was first revealed it was a tablet/phone hybrid. Totally awesome it was, until it reached the US. Then the ability of making phone calls was taken away from it.
I went into Sprint, T-Mobile, and AT&T to find out "WHY?"..
A few tech individuals spoke with me regarding why the phone capability was stripped from the GTab, it wasn't economically smart to combine two uniquely different devices into one.
The US is BOUND by only four call phone carriers! There REALLY is no competition, it's almost like they have monopolized the market. All of them (except for Sprint) throttles their plans, and charges for every little thing you can imagine.
Why would a US mobile carrier loose money any combine two devices into one. The GTab to operate on their network, you would need a special data plan just for the GTab, which is different from your phone's plan.
Unless the Galaxy Note is released at a third party store like Best Buy or someplace like it, I don't see any of the US carriers taking the GNote under their wings.
http://www.slashgear.com/samsung-galaxy-note-headed-to-usa-on-att-says-fcc-30184411/
You'll find out down the road if that ends up being true.
You could always buy an international like others have done already.
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http://www.slashgear.com/samsung-galaxy-note-headed-to-usa-on-att-says-fcc-30184411/
You'll find out down the road if that ends up being true.
You could always buy an international like others have done already.
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The only problem with that (buying it straight up) is the cost. Many of us can't afford $500 or more for a phablet, no matter how wonderful we think it is. I think AT&T will bring it out sooner or later. I can wait.
I was at an AT&T store yesterday. I was showing the reps my note. I couldn't get my note back because they all wanted to play with it! The Samsung Rep was there, she said it was definetely coming to the U.S. but wouldn't say anything else. Not when or which one, LTE or HSPA+.
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I was at an AT&T store yesterday. I was showing the reps my note. I couldn't get my note back because they all wanted to play with it! The Samsung Rep was there, she said it was definetely coming to the U.S. but wouldn't say anything else. Not when or which one, LTE or HSPA+.
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I don't take any serious any info from an AT&T store
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I don't take any serious any info from an AT&T store
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wonsanim said:
I don't take any serious any info from an AT&T store
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Actually. it was the Samsung Rep that said that it was coming to the U.S. She was very tight lipped on everything else. Wouldn't say with who, when, or if it was an LTE or just HSPA+ model.
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I don't take any serious any info from an AT&T store
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Amen to that, 95% of the time we on XDA know way more than them about their own products.
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Actually. it was the Samsung Rep that said that it was coming to the U.S. She was very tight lipped on everything else. Wouldn't say with who, when, or if it was an LTE or just HSPA+ model.
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Well, at least we know that the coming ATT version is not going to be LTE.
reinbeau said:
The only problem with that (buying it straight up) is the cost. Many of us can't afford $500 or more for a phablet, no matter how wonderful we think it is. I think AT&T will bring it out sooner or later. I can wait.
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I totally understand & I pray it doesn't take as long as the SGS2 did to get to USA officially.
well I bought mine internationally for $740 and I'll be saving 1040 in data plan costs over the next 24 months, essentially I made $300 off my import as I see it. I break even at 17 months
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well I bought mine internationally for $740 and I'll be saving 1040 in data plan costs over the next 24 months, essentially I made $300 off my import as I see it. I break even at 17 months
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how does that math work?
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well I bought mine internationally for $740 and I'll be saving 1040 in data plan costs over the next 24 months, essentially I made $300 off my import as I see it. I break even at 17 months
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Ya, my work pays for my service but I keep buying a new phone every 7 or so months so I never come out ahead. These gadgets are addicting.
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how does that math work?
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$10/month unlimited data on an import phone instead of having to pay 45/mo for att's 4gb data plan...
$50 plan
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$10/month unlimited data on an import phone instead of having to pay 45/mo for att's 4gb data plan...
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I plan on checking out this $50 unlimited prepaid plan at&t has. that way I get voice and 4g on my Note.
I don't want to leave t-mobile and join att over a phone... but that GNote is awesome! I would have to think about switching carriers.
This might be the future of smart phones. The consolidation of tablet to phone.
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lawalty said:
I don't want to leave t-mobile and join att over a phone... but that GNote is awesome! I would have to think about switching carriers.
This might be the future of smart phones. The consolidation of tablet to phone.
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I don't want to leave either but that prepaid from at&t is looking good right about now.
I have 2 phones on t-mobile, both on the $30 a month unlim web, 700 min talk
and my bill is $200 a month some times $250 if overages.
And now I see they have a new $49.99 unlim everything plan.
So for the 2 years they got me for $4800+. It's time for a change.
I am from Canada and I'm with bell. I see all this people ordering phones for the price of 680$ and i can't help to ask myself if all those ppl are not on any contract. Because if you are in a 2 or 3 year contract you'll pay 200$ for the phone....So. If you are in a contract and are ordering the s3 please post your reasons please.
One of the reasons can very well be that there is a good flow of money and allows to get phones every year
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Yep.. I hear ya. I just recently ran my contact out. Bought my GS2 for full price and didn't resign. Now I'm buying the GS3 with no contract. (I was considering switching to Verizon.. that's why I ran my contract out) but now I'm gonna stick around for a little bit. Oh and I happen to have the money right now, and you only live once so I'm going for it!
Though.. it wasn't easy telling my gf how much I paid
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Cuz my current phone is absolutely uselessly unreliable but if i cancel my contract i will lose my unlimited data which is basically impossible to get now for the price i am paying.
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You can try getting your current contract phone unlocked, sell it, then buy the sg3 (or a newer phone in general) to replace it.
In general contracts are more expensive than their prepaid alternatives (that's the point of having them). They also ensure that you're locked-in. This is why getting something that does not have you extend your contract is preferable. At the end of the day, however, the only way to tell if it's worth it is to do the math and determine whether that's a price you're willing to pay for a $400 discount.
Youhit it right on the head.....a good flow of money allows me to buy 2 to 3 phones a year. so i bought the Note Lte, then im getting the international SGSIII, i will then switch back to LTE when the Note 2 comes out later this year I hope.
i love my phones and tablets........cant wait for the next big break on Tabs. My Prime is gathering dust....lol
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Youhit it right on the head.....a good flow of money allows me to buy 2 to 3 phones a year. so i bought the Note Lte, then im getting the international SGSIII, i will then switch back to LTE when the Note 2 comes out later this year I hope.
i love my phones and tablets........cant wait for the next big break on Tabs. My Prime is gathering dust....lol
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I wouldn't mind taking that prime off your hands
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I wouldn't mind taking that prime off your hands
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Haha.
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I am from Canada and I'm with bell. I see all this people ordering phones for the price of 680$ and i can't help to ask myself if all those ppl are not on any contract. Because if you are in a 2 or 3 year contract you'll pay 200$ for the phone....So. If you are in a contract and are ordering the s3 please post your reasons please.
One of the reasons can very well be that there is a good flow of money and allows to get phones every year
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Many of us have a good reason. Mine is that i got a free skyrocket when o renewed my contract and i sold ot immediately for 500. Then I just sold my captivate that i was using for 120 so now the sgs3 isnt really costing me much.
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Many of us have a good reason. Mine is that i got a free skyrocket when o renewed my contract and i sold ot immediately for 500. Then I just sold my captivate that i was using for 120 so now the sgs3 isnt really costing me much.
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Damn.. over 100 for your cappy?! Nice job
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Most of the users on xda are 27+ years old, they have the money...
While others like me, stick to one phone for 3+ years if possible and try to get the best phone at present.
3 years have passed and now its time for a new phone, ill get the international one which is unlockable/rootable for xda hacks and stuff like that
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Damn.. over 100 for your cappy?! Nice job
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Just sold my old SGS1 130€ (165$)
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Just sold my old SGS1 130€ (165$)
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Yeah that should be easier to sell. The international versions just hold more value.
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I'm in the UK on giffgaff. The network gives you payback for referrals and community help. It's paying me a fair bit this way, more than enough to cover the cost of the phone and topups
In Austria there are some really cheap bargain-contracts where you pay ~10€ per month for EVERYTHING (1gb, 1000 texts, 1000 minutes). These contracts also don't come with the obligation to stay at the network-provider for 24 months or so. The only thing: With these contracts you don't get an expensive phone cheaper, you need to buy it for the full price on the market.
But all in all you're on the cheaper side with these bargain contracts than with the normal contracts, because with normal contracts you pay about 20 to 50€ for the same service! If you calculate for 24 months, it's actually a bit cheaper when you buy the phone on the market for full price. With the advantage that you don't have any obligation to stay at this provider.
I'm in the US under AT&T, my contract is up in June. The reasons I'm getting the Int. S3 are:
- Won't be released in the US until later in the Summer
- Won't have to extend my AT&T contract
- Retain my AT&T phone upgrade discount (in case any come out I want)
- US version will be inferior to the Int. in many ways IMO (other than LTE)
- higher re-sale value
Those are the main reasons.
This is a re-post of something i posted up on another S3 thread:
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meeh, i dont mind waiting, but some of us have more than 1 spare phone available. others dont. so in that case, i'm right there with ya.
but on the other hand, $10 AT&T medianet is a no-brainer for me.. I'll buy an iPhone or an AT&T HOX on AT&T upgrade/contract for $199 and sell it on XDA MP or Craigslist for $600. That's $400 profit. International SGS3 is $700, less the $400 for the sold AT&T HOX. That's $300 out of pocket for an international SGS3.
Then take AT&T's 3gb data plan of $30 per month, multiply that by 24 and I get $720. VERSUS AT&T's medianet unlimited data plan for $10 per month, multiply by 24 and I get $240.
$720 minus $240 is $480. Take $480 and apply that towards the $300 you have left on the SGS3 after i've sold my AT&T HOX. I'm still out on top $180 (unless i did my math wrong, which im prone to do often lol)
This is my rational for getting an international SGS3.
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I'm on Sasktel. Sasktel chooses to shaft it's user base again and again.
What's different now? Oh yeah. COMPETITION! I can pop over to Rogers, Bell, Telus, Fido, Koodo...but that damn contract...that's the pain.
So, I figure when it comes out, I can buy either the bell OR sasktel version outright, slap it on Sasktel, and wait until next year to move.
I'm seriously debating the Expansys one though. If I pre-order a 16GB right now, it will be mine in no time at all.
That way...come September 2013, I can move, get a new phone for my wife for cheap (her needs aren't nearly the same as mine), get whatever latest greatest then, and turn around and sell my still amazing SGS3 for $400-$500 bucks, and my new contract didn't cost me a cent.
Because people don't want to be tied into contracts. In the UK 24 months seems the norm where as as few years ago 12 month contracts where widely available.
2 years is a long time, especially if the network you are on has poor signal and such. Most plans have poor amounts of data, but the likes of Three offer unlimited data for £34pm and free phone, however signal can be an issue on Three. And I myself have terrible speeds previously on Three.
So buying outright and then a sim only route does not tie you down, you can sell 12 months down the line and get half your money back if the phone value holds, it'll be worth more than say 2 years down the line. This method does work out more expensive but it's worth it if you keep updating all the time.
Im getting the international version because I think ATT is the devil reincarnated and I hear good things about T-Mobile but Im not sure I want to sign a 2year contract with them since Im already signed with Sprint. The only thing that makes me weary of pulling the trigger on the pre-order is I just ordered the Evo 4g LTE and my money is tied up with that and Im not sure if the US version is getting the 2gb of RAM like the Japanese version. Im just not sure wich I would rather have Quad Core Exynos or Duals core S4 with 2gb or Ram. Plus I plan on stepping up my international travel game this year and it would be nice to have a phone that I would be able to just pop a sim card in and no hassle.
Despite its poor software and being unlocked anyway im still keeping this current phone just for media playback.
I use it to play tunes from samba shares on a wifi harddrive between bands (i do sound) cuz its way more portable than a laptop but it means i cant really use the phone at all while im working. Bit of an oversight selling my previous one when i got this really.
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Finally wifi calling for T-Mobile! Just one of the great features but looks like the only T-Mobile exclusive feature. Available November 12th.
Key Specs:
5.9-inch, Quad HD 1440 x 2560 resolution, AMOLED display
Snapdragon 805 quad-core 2.65GHz processor
3,220mAh battery
13MP camera with OIS and dual LED flash159.3 x 83 x 10.1 mm
184 grams (6.49 ounces)
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Qi wireless charging support
Water resistant
2MP front facing camera
Nano-SIM
T-Mo model will feature 32GB internal storage
*4K*video capture
LTE bands (2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 12, 13, 17, 25, 26, 29, 41)Repeat: Band 12 support!
Dual front-facing stereo speakers
http://www.tmonews.com/2014/10/t-mobile-and-google-partner-to-launch-nexus-6-guess/
Thought it was going to be the 64GB for a bit, but Cam got that bit wrong. Now it's 32GB as expected.
Band 12 support for 700mhz LTE is pretty awesome too.
EDIT: Hope the mods let this kinda-placeholder thread exist. It's useful for TMo folks.
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Thought it was going to be the 64GB for a bit, but Cam got that bit wrong. Now it's 32GB as expected.
Band 12 support for 700mhz LTE is pretty awesome too.
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I was willing to get the 32gb any way so that's no problem for me
I'm hoping that they do a pre-order a few weeks in advance online like they're doing with the Xperia Z3. I don't want to have to go wait in line at the store to get my phone, but if I have to I most certainly will!
Are you sure it's only 32gb? I'm seeing discussions the this might be a T-Mobile exclusive or that there's a 32/64 option.
This site says that WiFi calling won't be until early 2015
http://m.androidcentral.com/t-mobile-add-wi-fi-calling-support-its-nexus-6-model-early-2015
Edit: T-Mobile changed the "key features" post.
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This site says that WiFi calling won't be until early 2015
http://m.androidcentral.com/t-mobile-add-wi-fi-calling-support-its-nexus-6-model-early-2015
Edit: T-Mobile changed the "key features" post.
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I know some people are adverse to it, but if you have Google Voice and you download the Hangouts Dialer app (with GV-Hangouts integration), you can have Wifi calling and texting built in well before the official Wifi calling app hits. I'm currently using it on my N5, and it works great, even on my super slow work wifi. People do have to call or text your GV number for it to work seamlessly (or port your # to GV), but it seems to be a good alternative for now.
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I know some people are adverse to it, but if you have Google Voice and you download the Hangouts Dialer app (with GV-Hangouts integration), you can have Wifi calling and texting built in well before the official Wifi calling app hits. I'm currently using it on my N5, and it works great, even on my super slow work wifi. People do have to call or text your GV number for it to work seamlessly (or port your # to GV), but it seems to be a good alternative for now.
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The only problem is like you said, I'll need to use my Google number for it to work. I only use my WiFi calling to make/receive work calls at home since I get ZERO reception in my house.
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I was willing to get the 32gb any way so that's no problem for me
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I heard that the only model T-Mo would be selling is the 64GB model for the price of the 32GB model total.
Who here is hoping the price for it on contract will be at least $199 up front? Also as someone who used to work for T-Mobile I can try to answer some questions for T-Mo Nexus users?
So when they say that WiFi calling would enabled with an OTA, is that only if you bought the phone through them? So if I bought the phone directly from the Play Store and used my $30 prepaid SIM, I wouldn't get said update to enable it?
Is it better to get this through T-Mobile or buy from the Play Store? I don't have a plan with T-Mobile so I would be switching over. My current carrier is FamilyMobile.
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So when they say that WiFi calling would enabled with an OTA, is that only if you bought the phone through them? So if I bought the phone directly from the Play Store and used my $30 prepaid SIM, I wouldn't get said update to enable it?
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That's actually a damn good question. We do not know if this update is solely for the T-Mobile Nexus 6 or for all models. For that fact if this is Google developing the update with T-Mobile or T-Mobile exclusively.
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Is it better to get this through T-Mobile or buy from the Play Store? I don't have a plan with T-Mobile so I would be switching over. My current carrier is FamilyMobile.
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T-Mobile will likely be charging the device at about $199 or so down payment with 2 year activation of one of their plans (which are not that expensive depending how much data you are looking for.)
That said they will tie you in a contract to pay off that phone in increments of $20 dollars a month for 12 months (or anytime you feel like paying the rest off) until the device is payed in full. Rumors state that T-Mobile will be doing $27 a month for 12 months for this device so that is worth noting as well.
On the Play Store end it looks like it will be $650 straight out for basic model. To some that is fine but to others not wanting to drop all that down at once T-Mobile's way would make it very desirable for paying it off in increments. It really depends on your preference.
here is teaser of how box gonna looks like.
https://vine.co/v/OqXigYblJh5
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T-Mobile will likely be charging the device at about $199 or so down payment with 2 year activation of one of their plans (which are not that expensive depending how much data you are looking for.)
That said they will tie you in a contract to pay off that phone in increments of $20 dollars a month for 12 months (or anytime you feel like paying the rest off) until the device is payed in full. Rumors state that T-Mobile will be doing $27 a month for 12 months for this device so that is worth noting as well.
On the Play Store end it looks like it will be $650 straight out for basic model. To some that is fine but to others not wanting to drop all that down at once T-Mobile's way would make it very desirable for paying it off in increments. It really depends on your preference.
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According to their press release HERE, it looks like it will be $0 down and $27/mo for 24 months if you go that route. I will most likely go with the $0 down option, as I currently have Jump for my N5 and am so glad that they're giving us the option to pay for the device in full over the full two years instead of having to put a big chunk of change down.
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According to their press release HERE, it looks like it will be $0 down and $27/mo for 24 months if you go that route. I will most likely go with the $0 down option, as I currently have Jump for my N5 and am so glad that they're giving us the option to pay for the device in full over the full two years instead of having to put a big chunk of change down.
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Wait, it will be $0 down for real? I thought that was just an assumption because the down payment was not revealed yet?!
Holy ****, if this is true then I am SO going to do that.
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Wait, it will be $0 down for real? I thought that was just an assumption because the down payment was not revealed yet?!
Holy ****, if this is true then I am SO going to do that.
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As far as I know, this is true. They won't let you do the payment deal over a certain amount. The iPhone 6+ was 850 and you needed 100 down to do do the payment deal. IPhone 6 was 750, no down payment. Note 4 is 750, no money down.
Hmm...I think I will just get the play store version then. I want 64GB. Although really I get by fine with a dual 32 GB USB (micro and A) stick with my 16 GB 2012 N7. I just use it for flashing ROMs, titanium, and TWRP backups.
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That's actually a damn good question. We do not know if this update is solely for the T-Mobile Nexus 6 or for all models. For that fact if this is Google developing the update with T-Mobile or T-Mobile exclusively.
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T-Mobile will likely be charging the device at about $199 or so down payment with 2 year activation of one of their plans (which are not that expensive depending how much data you are looking for.)
That said they will tie you in a contract to pay off that phone in increments of $20 dollars a month for 12 months (or anytime you feel like paying the rest off) until the device is payed in full. Rumors state that T-Mobile will be doing $27 a month for 12 months for this device so that is worth noting as well.
On the Play Store end it looks like it will be $650 straight out for basic model. To some that is fine but to others not wanting to drop all that down at once T-Mobile's way would make it very desirable for paying it off in increments. It really depends on your preference.
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It's $27.08 a month for 24 months with zero down on T-Mobile. I'm ready for my jump upgrade, so I'll be all in
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Now, the other question of the day (and we probably won't know until pre-orders start) is whether TMO will carry the white version or just the "midnight blue" version. I was disappointed that I couldn't get the white N5 from them, but that was quickly solved by swapping out the back with a white OEM version from eBay. Fingers crossed for the white version AND the blue version so we at least have a little choice.
The title is in all caps because I felt like yelling
I hoping Koodo will at least get it online. As excited as I always get for new nexus devices, I am worried about Canadian pricing.
Joylesstuna said:
I hoping Koodo will at least get it online. As excited as I always get for new nexus devices, I am worried about Canadian pricing.
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I have a feeling it will start at $750-$800 CAD for the base model. Looks like it won't be a budget phone anymore...
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I have a feeling it will start at $750-$800 CAD for the base model. Looks like it won't be a budget phone anymore...
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Budget phone or not, I will be getting XL for sure, I am hoping the hardware doesn't vary too much or I will need both somehow.
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The title is in all caps because I felt like yelling
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I have a 6P and will likely be going with the Pixel (non XL) upon release. I caved in and got the 6P last year even though I hate phablets, and although it's an amazing phone, I still find it too big to this day. 5-5.2" is my sweet spot. Will buy from play store directly like 6P and N5 before, easier this way especially for warranty imho, unless Videotron in Quebec (likely) or Fido/Virgin/Koodo (unlikely) have it at launch as they all have decent 6GB/60$ BYOP plans ; not Bell/Rogers/Telus.
I'll sell my 6P (pretty sure I can get 300$ for the 32GB still under warranty) so that should offset the, I assume, 750$ish price range for the smaller Pixel. The only major turn off for me is front facing speaker ; I will really, really miss those, especially if the bezels are as thick as the leaked renders/pictures (I'M SURE THERE IS ROOM GOOGLE, WHY? :'( )
And the phone better be f'ing amazing at that price (or really nice at a more decent 600$ish price).*
If the price starts at 650USD which in Canada means 845CAD$ + tax = 975CAD$ I'm out.
I will buy a Iphone 6S probably,
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Just kidding!
I'll keep the 5X, it's a good phone.
Available now on google play store 1033cad ! way too much for me!
Pixel pre order has been placed ?. Did the phablet on the 6 and went back to the 5x size last year. Bigger isn't always better ?
I pre ordered thru a contract with Telus. $200 up front on a 2 year contract. Looking forward to shipment.
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I pre ordered thru a contract with Telus. $200 up front on a 2 year contract. Looking forward to shipment.
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How much is your monthly plan?
Only $12 more than previous contract for Nexus 5 two years ago, which completed by chance in September.
Cell and data bills in Canada are crazy, though. I support openmedia.ca 's efforts.
Total though, $80? I would imagine half of that would go to pay the phone off.
115ish after Data and nationwide calling...expensive
Just ordered my Pixel. Added a new line to my account (Telus) and the phone was 0$ .. Already have 6gb shared data.. so a new plan is 84$ a month taxes included. So it cost me 17$ (sim cost) to order this phone. And comes with 100$ Google play credit!
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Available now on google play store 1033cad ! way too much for me!
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Not only is it too much, it's just all around not worth it for the price compared to similar offerings.
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115ish after Data and nationwide calling...expensive
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Gah ya that's a bit much, i would almost expect the phone to be completely free at those prices.
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Gah ya that's a bit much, i would almost expect the phone to be completely free at those prices.
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My monthly bill for the last 2 years was only $12 less then this. I am glad it is not free if the change in bill would be lots higher and it would cost me lots more in long run.
$12 x 24 months + $200 = $488 Pixel at end of contract. Compared to $1033 as someone saw, it is a good deal for me.
Just preordered it from bell for 399 on a 2 year contract. Can't wait for it to come. I think this phone will definitely be worth it.
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Just preordered it from bell for 399 on a 2 year contract. Can't wait for it to come. I think this phone will definitely be worth it.
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I pre-ordered 2 black 128GB's yesterday from Rogers for $329 each. The demand for the phone doesn't appear to be that high though judging from my position in the line-up -- I'm 47 in the line-up, and that's after placing my order one week after the device was announced...
With Rogers, if you pre-order, you get 2GB of data extra to add to your plan for 12 months, a free Chromecast and a $50 Play Store credit. And that's per device. Not bad.