Well after probably 3 years of getting a 23% discount from my previous employer sprint is now asking for employment verification. So the one thing that was keeping on sprint will now be lost on Sept 26th. Looks like it's time to make the switch to Verizon. Anyone else get the message asking for verification or is it just something they do after x amount of time?
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Not yet. Been on employment discount for about 1.5 years...
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I have been getting it for about 3 years and no questions yet
I got a message on the website that I assume is about that but it was very cryptic.
Your Sprint service discount requires proof of eligibility, which you may be asked to provide to continue participation in the program.
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I assume it is talking about the employee discount. Where did you see a date mentioned?
I got a text message telling me to go to www.sprint.com/verify. On that site lists the date.
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This is something that they do randomly. They have always done it in one fashion or other. I had to do it a couple years ago, and they just called me.
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I got the text yesterday, and gave them my e-mail, but I still have yet to receive that e-mail on my work address.
Yeah, for the first 10yrs i had sprint, I was on a retail employee plan ($15 a month) even though i hadn't always worked in retail. they called me twice in that 10yrs asking about if i was still working for xxxx and that there were "better" plan options now etc. With t-mobile going back to truly unlimited data, i may be switching....
I got it too yesterday and have had the discount 2 years (didn't know about it earlier as I had a military discount until then).
On another forum, a Sprint CSR is advising you only need to re-verify when you *upgrade your phone.*
Sprint inadvertently sent out the text to everyone. I just got another text today:
"We unintentionally sent you an SMS message yesterday regarding your Sprint discount. Please disregard. No action is needed."
Got another text today indicating yesterday's text was an error and no further action was needed.
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signal34 said:
On another forum, a Sprint CSR is advising you only need to re-verify when you *upgrade your phone.*
Sprint inadvertently sent out the text to everyone. I just got another text today:
"We unintentionally sent you an SMS message yesterday regarding your Sprint discount. Please disregard. No action is needed."
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I received the same message .....
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I didn't get the second text. I'm glad to hear that though. I was worried I'd actually have to verify it!
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I got one as well. A message when I login to Sprint and then I got a text a few days ago. However I am legit so I can verify my discount :laugh:
So like... you're complaining and want to switch carriers because for three years you've been getting a discount for a company you haven't even still been employed with, and Sprint wants verification rather than just letting you continue to get a discount that hasn't applied in years for you?
Go to Verizon. You deserve to pay more.
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That's the thing if I wasn't getting this discount by the time I applied my current employers discount for Verizon I'd be paying less just not unlimited data, which is fine for me because I'm on wifi 70% of the time anyway.
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Grompy said:
That's the thing if I wasn't getting this discount by the time I applied my current employers discount for Verizon I'd be paying less just not unlimited data, which is fine for me because I'm on wifi 70% of the time anyway.
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Regardless, you are essentially stealing from Sprint... and whether they know that or not, their profits are hurt by it. I can guarantee that you're not the only one, so while your impact alone may not be much, every thief adds up. Losses like that are always passed on to the customer, so you are slowly but surely hurting the rest of us. Thanks, buddy
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Regardless, you are essentially stealing from Sprint... and whether they know that or not, their profits are hurt by it. I can guarantee that you're not the only one, so while your impact alone may not be much, every thief adds up. Losses like that are always passed on to the customer, so you are slowly but surely hurting the rest of us. Thanks, buddy
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Xda has a button for that.
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There are discounts that everyone can get legitimately. No stealing required. I have had a 25% discount, and it's available to anyone willing to go through a few hoops.
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Perhaps you would like to describe these hoops and discounts.
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Pissed off! http://m.androidcentral.com/leaked-...mpaign=Feed:+androidcentral+(Android+Central)
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What's the point of staying a loyal customer to sprint?
I saw that on android central, and al I can say is le boo.
Well, at least they are moving the new customer pricing up to 20 months for upgrades, that's cool.
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Those one year upgrades have got to cost them a bundle. That's the only perk I'll miss.
Well...at least we get 20 month upgrades. But the rest sucks.
Looks like ill have to go back to getting 1 year upgrades from assurion.
"Excuse me, my epic mysteriously got dropped in the toilet, then broken in half, then microwaved somehow, then I lost it.What's that, your out of epics? Well I'm not getting off the phone till I get an equal or better replacement. Why yes, ill take the epictouch if i have too. Since it doesn't have a keyboard, your going to comp me the deductible, right? Kthanxbai!"
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Those one year upgrades have got to cost them a bundle. That's the only perk I'll miss.
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But really, what % of lines qualify for that? Sprint premier is something that helped them keep customers long term. Now people won't have an incentive to stay. Now the only thing Sprint will have to hold it's hat over T-mo is true unlimited data.
Wow!!! That really sucks big time :S BIG TIME....I really hate this.
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I'm more pissed because I go 10 years gold in November which would have set my upgrade to January 1. Woosah!
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shane6374 said:
But really, what % of lines qualify for that? Sprint premier is something that helped them keep customers long term. Now people won't have an incentive to stay. Now the only thing Sprint will have to hold it's hat over T-mo is true unlimited data.
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The question here will be...until when? After all, they gotta be competitive to the other carriers...damn you sprint!
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Looks like ill have to go back to getting 1 year upgrades from assurion.
"Excuse me, my epic mysteriously got dropped in the toilet, then broken in half, then microwaved somehow, then I lost it.What's that, your out of epics? Well I'm not getting off the phone till I get an equal or better replacement. Why yes, ill take the epictouch if i have too. Since it doesn't have a keyboard, your going to comp me the deductible, right? Kthanxbai!"
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How often do they not have replacement phone at assurion?
coming next.... true unlimited data goes away. after that price increases to match the competition. i'm done with sprint. my service has been too shoddy recently in areas that other companies have been good (including ATT) if i'm going to end up paying the same amount as those companies i'm jumping ship.
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The question here will be...until when? After they gotta be competitive to the other carriers...damn you sprint!
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So Austin, would this be considered a change in the TOS?
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How often do they not have replacement phone at assurion?
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That's something we'll know very quick, the comunity is so big that as soon someone is able to score a phone like that, it'll be post here for us to do the same
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Ugh, why Sprint? One of the things I liked about you was actually caring about us customers. Now with this, the iPhone, maybe eliminating our unlimited data it just seems they want to be like Verizon and AT&T and be "one of the big boys on the block."
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Pissed off! http://m.androidcentral.com/leaked-...mpaign=Feed:+androidcentral+(Android+Central)
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That is totally GACHO ! This was one of the major benefits of staying with Sprint all these past 7 years ..... they better NOT change the unlimited data or they will lose customers because that is another main reason for choosing Sprint !
Well I've been a customer for 15 yrs. I still say they are better than the other carriers but i'm tired of getting dicked over. But that is the new company standard?
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That's something we'll know very quick, the comunity is so big that as soon someone is able to score a phone like that, it'll be post here for us to do the same
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The first time someone sucsesfully pulls this, I garuantee there will be a massive thread. That's how I got a diamond (they were out of the vogue) and a tp2 (they were out of touch pro 1s)
It happens. Thbey usually will be out of stock for a few days while they are awaiting refurbs and will have to offer something from the authorized exchange list.
Its amazing how many phones take a bath that week.
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It's how I got my TP2
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That is totally GACHO ! This was one of the major benefits of staying with Sprint all these past 7 years ..... they better NOT change the unlimited data or they will lose customers because that is another main reason for choosing Sprint !
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Seriously Texas? u just had to bring in the inside joke?lol
Does this sound fishy or does anyone know any truth to this?
Thought I would check eBay for some unlimited data plans and I found some.
I eBay searched "Verizon unlimited data"
A couple sellers are selling current contracts and claiming that they will somehow put them in your name. Is this possible? Maybe they work in tech support?
One other seller is claiming that their company is the only one in the US that can add a "VIP data plan" to new or existing customers.
Any knowledge or feedback is appreciated. Check out the auctions and see what u think. FYI I am a new VZ customer still in the cancellation period.
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It is possible to transfer a name to another person's account. Its called an AOL (Assumption of Liability). However, ever if the person's account you are transferring to is in good standing, I'm pretty sure you'll still need to pass a credit check to be eligible to take it over.
AOLs are pretty popular due to some people wanting to get out of their wireless contract without paying the ETF by giving it to someone else. And others will be happy to take them over due to having grandfathered features no longer offered to brand new accounts such as unlimited data with Verizon Wireless.
Thanks Nerdydesi. Ant thoughts on the second option?
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I added unlimited data through the mobile hotspot loophole I joined Verizon last month
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have they changed you back?
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have they changed you back?
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If they haven't already done so, it will definitely get reverted.
How to get Verizon Unlimited Data without going through loop holes
There's a better route!
Email this guy verizon.unlimited.data @ gmail.com
ask him about a VIP Pass which will get you unlimited data
He's hooked up several people on XDA with Unlimited Data and he's legit!
Thinking about getting one
BigMiggen did you buy it yet? I also contacted this guy on Ebay about the unlimited data plan, no answer as of yet.
No not yet. I got the double data at 4 gigs and want to see how much I'm actually gonna use first. Watching Netflix looks like the only way to go over for me. I might email that guy and see how much he wants.
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There's a better route!
Email this guy verizon.unlimited.data @ gmail.com
ask him about a VIP Pass which will get you unlimited data
He's hooked up several people on XDA with Unlimited Data and he's legit!
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Anyone try this? I'm grandfathered on two lines but might come in handy to add a 3rd. Now if he could hook me up on an unlimited data only plan for a xyboard 8.2 I would have his babies lol.
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cipherfx said:
There's a better route!
Email this guy verizon.unlimited.data @ gmail.com
ask him about a VIP Pass which will get you unlimited data
He's hooked up several people on XDA with Unlimited Data and he's legit!
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Just sent an e-mail his way, keeping my fingers crossed. 4G LTE does not deserve to be limited!!! Coming from ATT unlimited, I'm starting to miss it. As much trouble as they gave me.
By the way, went into a Verizon Wireless store today and attempted to get the rumored unlimited tether plan (even though I'm not grandfathered) from a rep who said it would work - they attempted to add said plan and continued to receive an error. After calling into Verizon Customer Care, the rep on the line confirmed it's been disabled. So even if you are able to fool some rep, if they attempt to put it in, their system will throw an error.
I emailed him 10 days ago. No reply.
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I did just that 4 days ago so take what reps tell u with a grain of salt
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I emailed him 10 days ago. No reply.
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Did you ever get a reply from that guy?
a guy on xda a few months ago claimed the whole vip thing too via pm
Okay I found out how to get the unlimeted everything for $99 a month. I will make a new post on how to do this once I get my first bill. It works for new and existing customers. Existing customers can early upgrade without penalty as well.
The company has a business plan they put you on and bill you directly. I will update and put a link to the new post once I get my first bill from them to make sure it's legit. Although I am typing this on my new s3 they sent me for $150.
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Okay I found out how to get the unlimeted everything for $99 a month. I will make a new post on how to do this once I get my first bill. It works for new and existing customers. Existing customers can early upgrade without penalty as well.
The company has a business plan they put you on and bill you directly. I will update and put a link to the new post once I get my first bill from them to make sure it's legit. Although I am typing this on my new s3 they sent me for $150.
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Hey did it work out yet?
Hey all, just wanted to let you guys know I have a variety of bridges for sale...
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Verizon are expensive, doubt they'll let something like that fly.
It's here go get it .
http://www.engadget.com/2012/09/05/psa-t-mobile-unlimited-data-plans-go-live/
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So I have been following this all day in the SGS3 forums (see here) and the servers got hit so bad that many users were without data AND calling for up to 5hours. Obviously this is a big deal and tons of people are switching but just be patient. My wife is going to the store (you can do it on-line too) tomorrow to set it up for us. I'll post updates if we hit any roadblocks.
Edit:: Ok so my wife went to do this today and she said it was like a mob scene. Said that there were people everywhere and the employees were cooking out promoting this whole thing. Took her about an hour to get through the line and get everything switched over. I got a text at work about a hour ago and it said that our plan changed. I check and it is unlimited and no interuption in service either.
Woody like, hehe!!!
Oh and they say that the HotSpot doesn't work, but it does. I checked. You can also go to the market and get Foxfi if you don't have the HS already.
I just switched over to the new plan and cut my Bill . I was paying $5 more for 5GB . No more throttle .
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Sounds nifty
No more throttling for me!
Thanks for the info ^^
I wonder what would happen if I got over 9765GB
If I could even consume that much data in a month
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I wonder what would happen if I got over 9765GB
If I could even consume that much data in a month
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Porn..?
Joking.
Nice move by T-Mobile.
Does the unl data only apply to contract or are they hooking up prepaid?
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Not sure . I'm on a Contact .
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I hope more carriers do this and put the screws to Verizon and AT&T...I'm not renewing my contract while my unlimited is in jeopardy
}}} my BUSINESS with Nils P was a REZOUNDing success on the ICS....uhmm 2.3 {{{
Went in to get my S3. After 45 minutes that can't figure out how to put it on my SERO account. They told me to comback tomorrow when they can call for help. wasted time and gas to the only corporate store in san diego, and the chick that wanted to buy epic has to wait now cause I need this for work. What the hell.
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Went in to get my S3. After 45 minutes that can't figure out how to put it on my SERO account. They told me to comback tomorrow when they can call for help. wasted time and gas to the only corporate store in san diego, and the chick that wanted to buy epic has to wait now cause I need this for work. What the hell.
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They should have been able to call into their own service department to figure it out right then or there. Seems like bad CS to do that to you. Though I'm not entirely surprised.
I also am on SERO Premium. IMHO, you should ask to speak to Account Services, they are usually the ones who had been most helpful when I had to deal with messes involving SERO.
well I'm going back tonight we'll see what happens
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Upgrading to the E4G on SERO was a nightmare, which took me to 3 different stores and none of them could do it. You might have an easier time just finding out what the employee services phone number is and ordering through telesales. Let us know what happens, please.
I also have a SERO account and I have problems going to a Sprint store to buy/activate new phones as well. Go to Best Buy. For some reason they can do it with no problem... Radio Shack can't do it either.
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I also have a SERO account and I have problems going to a Sprint store to buy/activate new phones as well. Go to Best Buy. For some reason they can do it with no problem... Radio Shack can't do it either.
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How long ago was this and where? Best Buy was the first place I tried for the E4G and they were totally unable to do the upgrade. That was several years ago, I'd be surprised if anything's changed.
Go here: http://community.sprint.com/baw/community/buzzaboutwireless/plans
Or email [email protected]
Those have been set up by sprint to handle SERO account service questions, and handle upgrades, etc. I wouldn't bother with a store unless you are willing to take the time to educate the salesperson yourself. I've done that once or twice, but it's never been worth it.
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Here it is from the horses mouth:
http://mcguireslaw.com/2010/11/09/finally-a-solution/
Just for reference.
Good luck.
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How long ago was this and where? Best Buy was the first place I tried for the E4G and they were totally unable to do the upgrade. That was several years ago, I'd be surprised if anything's changed.
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I have been doing this for years. Just as recent as last year when I upgraded to my epic touch and in Aug when I added another line. I live in Southern California so I don't know if that matters.
It hasn't been 14 days could I get all my money back plus the deposit I paid ??
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Call sprint and ask.
Can anyone answer my question seriously please I just need to know.
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I have found the chat option on sprints site to be a great alternative to a phone call or a trip to the store. but i imagine, the answer is yes you can take the phone back and get your money back. i have done it. there was an htc windows mobile phone years ago i got and took back less than 2 weeks after i bought it. it got horrid reception.
I don't see why you wouldn't just call sprint and ask...
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Within the 14 days you should be able to, but I'm 99% certain they will charge you the restocking fee. I don't think there were any other fees.
I thought about leaving when my contact was up last time, but I couldn't find anything better anywhere. Good luck with your switch, hope they let you or without too much hassle.
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You can cancel in the 1st 14 days. You will have to pay for the time you used it (a pro-rated ammount) but you will get the rest of the money back + your deposit (if you had to put one down.)
You MIGHT have to pay a restocking fee on the phone and you will lose your $36 line-activation-fee you had to pay too.
Just go into a Sprint store and tell them you are within your 14 days and you want to cancel.
If you return a device on a new line in the first 3 days you pay no service costs but subject to the restocking fee.
After the first 3 days but before 14 then you would still have to pay for the services uo to that point and a restocking fee.
The only way to avoid the restocking fee is if the device is defective.
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Can anyone answer my question seriously please I just need to know.
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Lmfao. Seriously dude? Not all of us work for Sprint. FYI, Sprint can answer questions through their forums, E-Mail, walk-in / store call, online chat, calling their customer service line by pressing *2, etc...
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Lmfao. Seriously dude? Not all of us work for Sprint. FYI, Sprint can answer questions through their forums, E-Mail, walk-in / store call, online chat, calling their customer service line by pressing *2, etc...
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Seriously? You wasted your time to write that. Who cares about your smart comment
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shaqqq said:
Seriously? You wasted your time to write that. Who cares about your smart comment
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It wasn't a smart comment. It was a legitimate statement. I am 100% you could have figured out the answer to your question by doing any of the listed methods that should be the first things you do before asking a question much quicker then posting a thread on XDA and then waiting for responses.
Your question was in regard to Sprint, so why not ask Sprint directly - there's a multitude of ways to contact them. And I know there are plenty people knowledgeable of Sprint's procedures here and I know some people work there as well but your question was for Sprint, what's the point of asking her unless you were unable to get an answer for who knows what reason.
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Lmfao. Seriously dude? Not all of us work for Sprint. FYI, Sprint can answer questions through their forums, E-Mail, walk-in / store call, online chat, calling their customer service line by pressing *2, etc...
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Did it ever occur that he may bounce a few questions off others here in the appropriate place - the forum before contacting the service provider. There is no harm in that; if one might believe so, than simply do not respond.
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Seriously? You wasted your time to write that. Who cares about your smart comment
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Grow up.
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Seriously? You wasted your time to write that. Who cares about your smart comment
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How about you do your own due diligence instead of expecting someone to "wipe" for you as well. I mean, for the love of everything sensible, this is the sort of question that is solved by contacting the carrier via * 2, walking into a store or via the web. Anyone can say whatever on here (both correct and incorrect) and it wouldn't mean squat because at the end of the day the final decision is (between you and Sprint) the carrier.
Wouldn't you rather get the correct answer from the horse's mouth?
Be quick about it, it is actually only 13 days. They count the day of purchase as the first day so make sure you don't wait to long.
If you don't like the answers that were given, call Sprint. I'm not sure why you didn't just do that in the first place
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Did they do it for you?
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Did they do it for you?
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Sprint said I gotta pay a Cancellation fee even within the 14 days she said it's like 350$ to do that. I'm not going that do I'm just going to stay on Sprint. But I thought I could return and cancel my plan within the 14 days for free. Because mostly all companies are like that
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They can't make u pay the etf if your still in your 14 days. I'd talk to someone else if u really want to cancel.
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They will only still make you pay an etf if the device is damaged
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