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Definitely another fraudster scammer
Note the horrible english and only an email address on hotmail for contact info.
These people pi$$ me off. Maybe I'll flood his email box from free anonymous email sites. 13,000 emails, coming right up!
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http://www.419eater.com
http://www.419baiter.com/
Information quoted from the US Secret Service Web Site.
4-1-9 Schemes frequently use the following tactics:
An individual or company receives a letter or fax from an alleged "official" representing a foreign government or agency.
An offer is made to transfer millions of dollars in "over invoiced contract" funds into your personal bank account.
You are encouraged to travel overseas to complete the transaction.
You are requested to provide blank company letterhead forms, banking account information, telephone/fax numbers.
You receive numerous documents with official looking stamps, seals and logo testifying to the authenticity of the proposal.
Eventually you must provide up-front or advance fees for various taxes, attorney fees, transaction fees or bribes.
Other forms of 4-1-9 schemes include: c.o.d. of goods or services, real estate ventures, purchases of crude oil at reduced prices, beneficiary of a will, recipient of an award and paper currency conversion.
Nigerian Advance Fee Fraud Overview
The perpetrators of Advance Fee Fraud (AFF), known internationally as "4-1-9" fraud after the section of the Nigerian penal code which addresses fraud schemes, are often very creative and innovative.
Unfortunately, there is a perception that no one is prone to enter into such an obviously suspicious relationship. However, a large number of victims are enticed into believing they have been singled out from the masses to share in multi-million dollar windfall profits for doing absolutely nothing. It is also a misconception that the victim's bank account is requested so the culprit can plunder it -- this is not the primary reason for the account request -- merely a signal they have hooked another victim.
In almost every case there is a sense of urgency.
The victim is enticed to travel to Nigeria or a border country.
There are many forged official looking documents.
Most of the correspondence is handled by fax or through the mail.
Blank letterheads and invoices are requested from the victim along with the banking particulars.
Any number of Nigerian fees are requested for processing the transaction with each fee purported to be the last required.
The confidential nature of the transaction is emphasized.
There are usually claims of strong ties to Nigerian officials.
A Nigerian residing in the U.S., London or other foreign venue may claim to be a clearing house bank for the Central Bank of Nigeria.
Offices in legitimate government buildings appear to have been used by impostors posing as the real occupants or officials.
The most common forms of these fraudulent business proposals fall into the following main categories:
Disbursement of money from wills
Contract fraud (C.O.D. of goods or services)
Purchase of real estate
Conversion of hard currency
Transfer of funds from over invoiced contracts
Sale of crude oil at below market prices
The most prevalent and successful cases of Advance Fee Fraud is the fund transfer scam. In this scheme, a company or individual will typically receive an unsolicited letter by mail from a Nigerian claiming to be a senior civil servant. In the letter, the Nigerian will inform the recipient that he is seeking a reputable foreign company or individual into whose account he can deposit funds ranging from $10-$60 million that the Nigerian government overpaid on some procurement contract.
The criminals obtain the names of potential victims from a variety of sources including trade journals, professional directories, newspapers, and commercial libraries. They do not target a single company, but rather send out mailings en masse. The sender declares that he is a senior civil servant in one of the Nigerian Ministries, usually the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC).
The letters refer to investigations of previous contracts awarded by prior regimes alleging that many contracts were over invoiced. Rather than return the money to the government, they desire to transfer the money to a foreign account. The sums to be transferred average between $10,000,000 to $60,000,000 and the recipient is usually offered a commission up to 30 percent for assisting in the transfer.
Initially, the intended victim is instructed to provide company letterheads and pro forma invoicing that will be used to show completion of the contract. One of the reasons is to use the victim's letterhead to forge letters of recommendation to other victim companies and to seek out a travel visa from the American Embassy in Lagos. The victim is told that the completed contracts will be submitted for approval to the Central Bank of Nigeria. Upon approval, the funds will be remitted to an account supplied by the intended victim.
The goal of the criminal is to delude the target into thinking that he is being drawn into a very lucrative, albeit questionable, arrangement. The intended victim must be reassured and confident of the potential success of the deal. He will become the primary supporter of the scheme and willingly contribute a large amount of money when the deal is threatened. The term "when" is used because the con-within-the-con is the scheme will be threatened in order to persuade the victim to provide a large sum of money to save the venture.
The letter, while appearing transparent and even ridiculous to most, unfortunately is growing in its effectiveness. It sets the stage and is the opening round of a two-layered scheme or scheme within a scheme. The fraudster will eventually reach someone who, while sceptical, desperately wants the deal to be genuine.
Victims are almost always requested to travel to Nigeria or a border country to complete a transaction. Individuals are often told that a visa will not be necessary to enter the country. The Nigerian con artists may then bribe airport officials to pass the victims through Immigration and Customs. Because it is a serious offence in Nigeria to enter without a valid visa, the victim's illegal entry may be used by the fraudsters as leverage to coerce the victims into releasing funds. Violence and threats of physical harm may be employed to further pressure victims. In June of 1995, an American was murdered in Lagos, Nigeria, while pursuing a 4-1-9 scam, and numerous other foreign nationals have been reported as missing.
Victims are often convinced of the authenticity of Advance Fee Fraud schemes by the forged or false documents bearing apparently official Nigerian government letterhead, seals, as well as false letters of credit, payment schedules and bank drafts. The fraudster may establish the credibility of his contacts, and thereby his influence, by arranging a meeting between the victim and "government officials" in real or fake government offices.
In the next stage some alleged problem concerning the "inside man" will suddenly arise. An official will demand an up-front bribe or an unforeseen tax or fee to the Nigerian government will have to be paid before the money can be transferred. These can include licensing fees, registration fees, and various forms of taxes and attorney fees. Normally each fee paid is described as the very last fee required. Invariably, oversights and errors in the deal are discovered by the Nigerians, necessitating additional payments and allowing the scheme to be stretched out over many months.
Several reasons have been submitted why Nigerian Advance Fee Fraud has undergone a dramatic increase in recent years. The explanations are as diverse as the types of schemes. The Nigerian Government blames the growing problem on mass unemployment, extended family systems, a get rich quick syndrome, and, especially, the greed of foreigners.
Indications are that Advance Fee Fraud grosses hundreds of millions of dollars annually and the losses are continuing to escalate. In all likelihood, there are victims who do not report their losses to authorities due to either fear or embarrassment.
Yup, these Nigerian spammers have flooded the PPCMag blog too...
My approach is just ignoring every offer / ad that has the word "Nigeria" in it
http://www.androidpolice.com/2010/0...rs-porting-their-numbers-from-other-carriers/
Can someone weigh in on this? I was talking to a friend, wishing that cellphone companies would offer some sort of incentive to switch carriers. I found this just now and was wondering what anyone knew about this credit and/or any incentives for switching carriers. Since I currently have an iPhone something like this would be a boon.
EDIT: Also how does the phone number porting work. If I want to take my AT&T number with me, do I have to contact AT&T first and/or cancel my AT&T plan prior to signing up for the EVO with Sprint. I'd rather minimize downtime.
EDIT: NVM that. Found the info http://www.fcc.gov/cib/consumerfacts/numbport.html That's an easy process.
That would be nice, as I'm coming from T-mobile.
Welp, just got out of a chat with a Sprint CSA on the website. Apparently I'm elligible for the $100 port credit. I'm coming from AT&T.
That'll be nice.
I spoke to a sprint rep and was told the so called port credit was in the form of the $150 you get off the price of the phone. So the evo is 450-150 to get down to the $300 price minus the 100 mir for the final $200 for new customers.
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I spoke to a sprint rep and was told the so called port credit was in the form of the $150 you get off the price of the phone. So the evo is 450-150 to get down to the $300 price minus the 100 mir for the final $200 for new customers.
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This rep misunderstood or lied to you. The 150$ is for anyone who signs a 2 year contract regardless of whether you come from another carrier, or are already on Sprint.
I called specifically asking about any $100 credit for porting over from T-Mobile. They told me that there WAS an incentive being offered to port over but it expired a few weeks ago. The only "credit" available is this $150 discount.
Anyone have concrete info on this?
I talked to a Sprint rep, and they said I would be elligible for it on June 4th. Either way, who cares. When you get it, throw your number in the site and see what happens!
ive been reading its only for business customers but I am definitely gonna try for it
Heres some help guys. After you port your number(s) you have 72 hours to go here:
http://sprintportcredit.com/
What doesn't make sense is the credit for one number per month. I will call when June 4th comes.
I don't buy it.
that website looks MIGHTY fishy to me!
I think they are fishing for people's cellnumbers and email addresses.
Registrant:
Deardorff Communications
887 W. Marietta St.
Atlanta, GA 30318
US
Domain Name: SPRINTPORTCREDIT.COM
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Learn how you can get an Enhanced Business Listing here for your domain name.
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Administrative Contact, Technical Contact:
Jones, David [email protected]
Deardorff
887 W. Marietta St.
Suite T-107
Atlanta, GA 30318
US
404-881-6502
Record expires on 09-Sep-2010.
Record created on 09-Sep-2009.
Database last updated on 17-May-2010 21:31:04 EDT.
Domain servers in listed order:
DNS1.NETTICA.COM 64.94.136.11
DNS2.NETTICA.COM 64.237.45.34
droideveloper said:
that website looks MIGHTY fishy to me!
I think they are fishing for people's cellnumbers and email addresses.
Registrant:
Deardorff Communications
887 W. Marietta St.
Atlanta, GA 30318
US
Domain Name: SPRINTPORTCREDIT.COM
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Promote your business to millions of viewers for only $1 a month
Learn how you can get an Enhanced Business Listing here for your domain name.
Learn more at http://www.NetworkSolutions.com/
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Administrative Contact, Technical Contact:
Jones, David [email protected]
Deardorff
887 W. Marietta St.
Suite T-107
Atlanta, GA 30318
US
404-881-6502
Record expires on 09-Sep-2010.
Record created on 09-Sep-2009.
Database last updated on 17-May-2010 21:31:04 EDT.
Domain servers in listed order:
DNS1.NETTICA.COM 64.94.136.11
DNS2.NETTICA.COM 64.237.45.34
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Yeah I perhaps should have specified when I wanted people to weigh in. I thought it was fishy and that's what I wanted people to weigh in on. I'm sure the manager at the mobile section of best buy will know if they have something like that. If not I'll ask a Sprint Rep.
WTF so you're saying sprintportcredit.com is a phishing site? How are you able to tell who that domain is registered to? I called Sprint and even told them the website and the rep stated "Yeah go there after you port your number".
What does the scammer have to gain by going to that website and mistakenly entering your number?
Ive asked several Sprint reps in person at different stores about this and they all say the credit is for business customers only.
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Ive asked several Sprint reps in person at different stores about this and they all say the credit is for business customers only.
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It says so right on that site as well.
Well I'll call the Sprint Porting Department and demand that they give me a porting credit. They'll want my business so in the end the customer wins.
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Well I'll call the Sprint Porting Department and demand that they give me a porting credit. They'll want my business so in the end the customer wins.
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Just curious, why do you feel you're entitled to the credit if you dont meet the criteria for it?
Because I'm willing to port 4 numbers from AT&T to Sprint. They need the business and they will give me a credit. I work for AT&T so I know how these things work. I will also be getting a CORP discount from one of my relatives on my account who works for Bank of America. It's a 36% discount. I believe I fit the criteria.
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Because I'm willing to port 4 numbers from AT&T to Sprint. They need the business and they will give me a credit. I work for AT&T so I know how these things work. I will also be getting a CORP discount from one of my relatives on my account who works for Bank of America. It's a 36% discount. I believe I fit the criteria.
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From the sprintportcredit.com eligibility requirements:
Service credit request must be made at https://www.sprintportcredit.com within 72 hours from the port-in activation date for your Service Credit Request. Service credit is available only to eligible corporate-liable accounts. Promo requires 2-year contract agreement outside of hierarchy/special contract terms. Must port in from an active wireless line and remain active on original account number for 61 days in order to receive full service credit. You should continue paying your bill while waiting for your service credit to avoid service disruption and possible credit delay.
Credits apply to all devices that have an associated mobile number and come through the port process. Promotion excludes port ins from providers currently associated with Sprint. Excludes all Individual Liable, Seasonal Standby, and Special Government Rate Plans less than $10 (e.g., U3169, U3169H, U3169D, C1266).
Unless you're activating 4 lines in your business' name, the it would seem that you dont. But good luck to you, it never hurts to try!
EDIT: I'm not trying to be a ****, just pointing out the actual terms for this credit. If you can pull it off, more power to ya.
Didn't someone already point that website out as a phishing site? Someone stated that sprintportcredit.com wasn't an official Sprint site.
yes, but that site is the basis of this thread. Look at the first link the OP posted.
So after buying this phone I have been disappointed time after time. I just wanted to let everyone know I have sent a letter to CCTS and I am working on one for Industry Canada, letting them know of the lack of HSUPA capability of this device.
Here is the contact information taken from this page of the CRTC website: hxxp://www.crtc.gc.ca/eng/INFO_SHT/t1021.htm
Please everyone send them a short email letting them know what Bell and Motorola are doing. The more complaints the get the better.
Complaints about your cellphone or wireless service
Contact your service provider
If have a complaint about your service, contact your service provider directly. It’s in the company’s best interest to respond to your concerns.
Contact the Commissioner for Complaints for Telecommunications Services (CCTS)
If you’re not satisfied with the response, check Commissioner for Complaints for Telecommunications Services (CCTS) to see if your service provider is a member. If so, contact the CCTS with your complaint.
The CCTS is an independent agency that helps resolve your complaints about your telecommunications service. Contact them at:
email: [email protected]
mail: P.O. Box 81088, Ottawa, Ontario K1P 1B1
fax: 1-877-782-2924
toll-free telephone: 1-888-221-1687
toll-free TTY: 711 or 1-800-855-0511 (relay services); or ask the Operator to contact CCTS toll-free at 1-888-221-1687, so that you aren’t charged long-distance fees
Contact Industry Canada
You can also file a complaint through Industry Canada's Office of Consumer Affairs (OCA). On the OCA website, you’ll find the steps to file a complaint as well as contacts for the organizations or local, provincial and federal offices that provide help to consumers.
If you believe you've been misled by a company, contact Industry Canada's Competition Bureau.
Online forms
mail: 50 Victoria Street, Gatineau, Quebec, K1A 0C9
fax: 819-997-0324
telephone: 819-997-4282
toll-free telephone: 1-800-348-5358
toll-free TTY: 1-800-642-3844
What's the point if they've already planned an update?
that update is for ATT not BELL.
I know it's for ATT but It will be for Bell as well. Either way, The OP probably knew all about this issue before they purchased the phone. And if they didn't, they probably found out shortly after. At that point you could probably just return the phone. And unless Bell specifically says there will be NO upgrade to enable HSUPA then why bother. Just wait for the update.
i know people are aware that at&t offers discounts via college's and/or employer's..but if those options aren't available to you, you can still get a discount!!
for new customers:
10% off monthly recurring charges
Waived Activation Fee
Free Shipping, and
Heavily discounted handsets
for already existing customers:
10% off monthly recurring charges
Waived upgrade fees (weekends)
Discounted handsets (for upgrades)
Free Shipping
to get the discount:
google student rate and go to their site.
their wireless promos are on the front page (you can't miss it).
go through them and you can obtain a discount phone & monthly bill!!
is there any way to go to an at&t location and still apply the discount via student rate?
Most carriers offer something for a lot of companies/schools. Just ask.
I've even heard people getting discounts over the phone just by asking nicely even if they don't qualify.
I have 25% with Sprint..
I get a 15% "discount" for being a union member.
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"Please send us an email at [email protected] with the following information: your first and last name, your AT&T mobile number, the last 4 digits of your social security number and your billing zip code and we will migrate your account to apply the discount to your bill. Please specify in the email if you would like us to forward you the confirmation."
Sounds fishy..
Can people confirm this is legit and isn't gonna screw me?
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"Please send us an email at [email protected] with the following information: your first and last name, your AT&T mobile number, the last 4 digits of your social security number and your billing zip code and we will migrate your account to apply the discount to your bill. Please specify in the email if you would like us to forward you the confirmation."
Sounds fishy..
Can people confirm this is legit and isn't gonna screw me?
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That doesn't seem very legit. I'd go into a store directly and ask for a student discount. The rep I talked to the other day said he didn't know if it counted for community colleges, but he said it did count for uni. Probably you just need a .edu email and then it's good, but yeah, ask.
sweet deal att has there, luckily i work for Allied Barton we get a major discount of 21%
msfguard said:
sweet deal att has there, luckily i work for Allied Barton we get a major discount of 21%
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I wonder if they'll do the same for Securitas employees.
thatbigmoose said:
"Please send us an email at [email protected] with the following information: your first and last name, your AT&T mobile number, the last 4 digits of your social security number and your billing zip code and we will migrate your account to apply the discount to your bill. Please specify in the email if you would like us to forward you the confirmation."
Sounds fishy..
Can people confirm this is legit and isn't gonna screw me?
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i applied with student rate myself and i would call them for your own security and reassurance for yourself.
also check out their website. it's legit. but once again, check it out for yourself and see what your thoughts are on it.
just google studentrate
hope this helps!!
it's better than not having a discount at all.
it's worth a try.
I apply discounts for customers all day and never have I ever seen that before.
Try your luck here with your employee/school email.
https://www.wireless.att.com/business/authenticate/
I hope you know that they could easily sabotage your AT&T account and steal your identity with just that little piece of information that they asked for.
student rate offers a ton of discounts, not just cell phone deals.
it's a pretty good site to get a variety of deals.
great source.
samryderdie said:
student rate offers a ton of discounts, not just cell phone deals.
it's a pretty good site to get a variety of deals.
great source.
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Hmmm yea a 10% discount is def not worth giving out that sort of info
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my school gives 10% and the paperwork is lengthy..
i went through student rate and it was just easier.
i've purchased through them before so i'm comfortable.
i haven't heard anything bad about them. just read reviews.
I just called customer service and they said that they don't offer student plans...but then again...it was customer service. Hahaha.
i believe in order to get the discount you have to do it on student rate's website. they have a promo code or a link.
It depends if your school has a bsuiness account with AT&T or not.
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you can apply them to a family plan but they limit you on the amount of lines that get the discount.
for anyone who cannot obtain a discount from their school or work.. it's better than nothing. right?
Discounts first line mrc
All lines data 25+
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james_lorens said:
Hi, my name is James Lorens. I am a manager in charge of the developers in the Mobinizer сompany. We offer a way to monetize your apps without ads, based on data collection. Our SDK can be used in conjunction with other ad networks.
Current prices per user:
$0.10 - for each user from Europe, North America, Australia
$0.03 - for each user from other countries.
Payments in almost all payment systems including bitcoin.
To start earning money, please contact us. We will send you the SDK and instructions.
We respect our users' privacy and provide the option of disabling personal data collection; moreover, we pay for those users who have opted out.
Please contact:
Email: [email protected]
Skype: James.mobinizer
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DO NOT USE! Your Google Play account will be terminated!
I think ad impressions are better