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[Q] T-Mobile USA LTE suppport

I'm looking at http://www.sonymobile.com/global-en/products/phones/xperia-z1/specifications/#tabs LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 17, 20), http://www.gsmarc.com/sony/xperia-z1/reviews/ and http://support.t-mobile.com/docs/DOC-5627.
It seems unlocked Z1 shouldn't have problem supporting T-Mobile LTE in USA. Is that correct or is there still a chance that somehow unlocked (international) Z1 won't support LTE on T-Mobile?

I showed a T-Mobile rep the list of bands and frequencies, they said it shouldn't have any problem connecting to their LTE. That's obviously not a direct conformation that it will, but they said they would do everything they can if there is a problem. I do know a rep will say almost anything to get you on their side of the force but she was looking at bands with me on her computer and getting other people over as well. Only time will tell. Mine ships out the 16th from the UK to the States.

It will most likely work.
Also they are expecting it next week any day.
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wis3m0nkey said:
I'm looking at http://www.sonymobile.com/global-en/products/phones/xperia-z1/specifications/#tabs LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 17, 20), http://www.gsmarc.com/sony/xperia-z1/reviews/ and http://support.t-mobile.com/docs/DOC-5627.
It seems unlocked Z1 shouldn't have problem supporting T-Mobile LTE in USA. Is that correct or is there still a chance that somehow unlocked (international) Z1 won't support LTE on T-Mobile?
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I think you don't even have to wait for the north american variant but can go straight for the C6903 when it's available.

RuffaloBone said:
I showed a T-Mobile rep the list of bands and frequencies, they said it shouldn't have any problem connecting to their LTE. That's obviously not a direct conformation that it will, but they said they would do everything they can if there is a problem. I do know a rep will say almost anything to get you on their side of the force but she was looking at bands with me on her computer and getting other people over as well. Only time will tell. Mine ships out the 16th from the UK to the States.
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Where did u buy from?
I'm looking at Negri Electronics but wanted to know if there is better deal out there

I grabbed mine from unlocked-mobiles.
They start shipping out the 16th which is, I believe, 4 days before Negri. I got the UPS 2-3 day shipping. When I priced out Negri it was a total of $38 less which wasn't enough for me to cancel my order that is already processing.

they expect a shipment any day next week.

wis3m0nkey said:
Where did u buy from?
I'm looking at Negri Electronics but wanted to know if there is better deal out there
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Look at clove.co.uk They're offering the Smartwatch 2 with purchase and it's less $. I had original pre-ordered with Negri when they advertised the phone at $729.50. As I watched the price continue going up I started looking elsewhere and ended up at Clove.

I wish I read few more posts before buying I bought it on Negri, oh well I'm getting new phone
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thepanttherlady said:
Look at clove.co.uk They're offering the Smartwatch 2 with purchase and it's less $. I had original pre-ordered with Negri when they advertised the phone at $729.50. As I watched the price continue going up I started looking elsewhere and ended up at Clove.
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Got mines from HandTec UK for the same reasons you've stated. I'm now trying to decide whether or not to use or sell the Smartwatch 2.

I got mine from unlocked-mobiles.com and it ships tomorrow. When the Smartwatch 2 is released on the 30th that gets shipped for free and in phases over £100 free content. I'm in America.

GSM NATION got the Z1 in stock
This site in US got the phone in stock already too
gsmnation.com/sony-mobile-xperia-z1-c6903-unlocked.html

I got mine at clove also.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ns2mFWUHWS8
this phonedog's youtube unboxing show the z1 picked up T-mobile 4G LTE in Dallas Texas.

Galaxy Note 4, Australian Users

Hi.
here we can discuss about Samsung Galaxy Note 4 in Australia.
Lets discuss about pre orders, pricing and availability.: highfive:

Australian Official Release Date: 05/11/14 (has been delayed), RRP: $949
Australian Pre-Sale Date: 15/10/14
(source)
Telcos:
Vodafone Plans: link (Cheapest is $30+30 = $300 calls/text, 300MB, (currently includes free headphones))
Optus Plans: link (Cheapest is $35+27 = 300mins, 500MB)
Telstra Plans: TBD
Virgin Plans: link (Cheapest is $30+27 = $300 calls/text, 2.3 GB)
Retail stores:
JB-Hifi: TBD
Harvey Norman: TBD
DSE: $949
Good Guys: TBD
Samsung Online: $949
Aussie model is the Snapdragon 805 (source).

$949 its very expensive than note 3. I remember i bought note 3 for $740
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No, it's cheaper than the RRP of the Note 3 which was $999AUD. That means stores could potentially sell it even less at launch than what we paid for the Note 3 if you look around and find the best deal. And no offence but I doubt you got the Note 3 on launch for $740 without a trade-in or staff discount at a store, maybe a month later when the price dropped perhaps.

guys you were right, Australian site is selling it for $969.99 and has in stock while samsung is planning to release in Australia on 17th October.
http://www.expansys.com.au/samsung-galaxy-note-4-unlocked-lte-32gb-white-265523/

ravian29 said:
guys you were right, Australian site is selling it for $969.99 and has in stock while samsung is planning to release in Australia on 17th October.
http://www.expansys.com.au/samsung-galaxy-note-4-unlocked-lte-32gb-white-265523/
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Its an import and I would also say it is Octacore, N910 is Octacore.

homer285 said:
Its an import and I would also say it is Octacore, N910 is Octacore.
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But title says 4g and i think 4g is quad core and 3g is octa core
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ravian29 said:
But title says 4g and i think 4g is quad core and 3g is octa core
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Not anymore, the latest big little set up from Samsung now supports lte cat-4 and yes it will support all AUS lte frequencies.
EDIT: So what will everybody choose, Snapdragon is the default Aussie device and supports the upcoming cat6 4G?
On the other hand it is speculated that the Octa version may be able to utilize 64bit processing which may be usefull for Android L.
4G. (LTE Cat.4 150/50Mbps) Octa or 4G (LTE Cat.6 300/50Mbps) Quad Core.

My contact says Intellichoice will stock for RRP of $999.00
but also said will go on sale on the 22nd...

homer285 said:
Not anymore, the latest big little set up from Samsung now supports lte cat-4 and yes it will support all AUS lte frequencies.
EDIT: So what will everybody choose, Snapdragon is the default Aussie device and supports the upcoming cat6 4G?
On the other hand it is speculated that the Octa version may be able to utilize 64bit processing which may be usefull for Android L.
4G. (LTE Cat.4 150/50Mbps) Octa or 4G (LTE Cat.6 300/50Mbps) Quad Core.
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thanks for providing such useful information, i am shocked if 64 bit is coming in note 4 then it would be increasing speed than snapdragon one and its going to be a big deal
note: Price drop on provided link now its $929 lol if price drop remains in the current ratio i bet, note 4 would be around $650 in near future lol just kidding

Samsung have pulled a UK on us.
Note 4 Delayed.
http://ausdroid.net/2014/10/14/samsung-advise-galaxy-note-4-note-edge-launches-delayed/

Telco plans are finally up! (Have updated second post in this thread)

Grey import is around $900 to $930 from kogan, shoppingsquare. There is not any major price difference between official and grey import
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its all quiet here has anyone got a note 4 device yet or is this just a pricing forum. ive had mine since release and was looking forward to some discussion but this thread seems dead

GenStone said:
its all quiet here has anyone got a note 4 device yet or is this just a pricing forum. ive had mine since release and was looking forward to some discussion but this thread seems dead
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which version you got? I have heard exynos is 64bit chip, is it true?
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No its the 910G as are all australian releases

Got mine on release (via Optus - too poor to pay for one outright).
No complaints with it. Just hanging out for Lollipop though (or CM12, whichever comes first).

Ive got exynos model not 64bit enabled yet but can/will be soon hopefully

HuStLaZ said:
Got mine on release (via Optus - too poor to pay for one outright).
No complaints with it. Just hanging out for Lollipop though (or CM12, whichever comes first).
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cm12 will be out soon may be next month, no plans out from samsung about lollipop yet
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Ausboy 2011 said:
Ive got exynos model not 64bit enabled yet but can/will be soon hopefully
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i think samsung is not going to do this, may be custom rom/kernel would do this
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Note 4 Purchase Wiki

okay SOO, the ballers at slickdeals have been building a pretty slick (get it?) wiki for purchasing your Note 4. theyre constantly updating it, and have different efficiency guides depending on which carrier, and which route/model you want to buy, stacking different promotions such as discover's 5% cashback, where to buy the absolute cheapest smartphone for bestbuy's trade in, and sooo much more, so for sure check it out!
the wiki​
heres a snip-it of the wiki;
Best Buy $200 Gift Card Trade In
Experience the Samsung Galaxy Note 4 in all Best Buy and select Best Buy Mobile locations and get a $200 Best Buy gift card at time of purchase when you trade in any working smartphone.
Valid 9/19/14–10/16/14. Ordering online or in store varies by carrier. Valid on purchase of Samsung Galaxy Note 4 on Verizon Wireless, AT&T or Sprint. Taxes/surcharges due at time of purchase. Taxes applied to price of phone prior to the gift card credit. Not all phones are eligible for trade-in and trade-in value may vary. Excludes phones that are cracked, water-damaged or that lack power. Not available in all locations and some stores may have additional limitations. Not compatible with other trade-in offers. No rainchecks. See BestBuy.com/TradeIn for full details.
*Online pre-orders must choose "Store Pickup" to qualify for trade-in offer.
When do I need to make my Pre Order? By October 16, 2014
FACT: Pre Order must be made by 10/16/14
FACT: Some stores may have reached a Pre Order limit and may not be able to make a new Pre Order
What phones are eligible for Trade In?
FACT: Trade In must be listed at the Best Buy Trade In link
FACT: Excludes phones that are cracked, water-damaged or that lack power
FACT: Some Best Buy stores do not accept trade in in some states / cities due to not having a local pawn license. Check with your store first
FACT: Must be a Smart Phone for Trade In
UNKNOWN: Phones that have a TIV of $0.00 (Recycle Only) may be accepted
UNKNOWN: Phones that have a TIV of $10.00 or more will be required. This has been communicated through Best Buy Mobile email to some members, although this requirement is not stated in the offer link
UNKNOWN: Phones that have a TIV of $30.00 or more will be required. This has been communicated through Best Buy Mobile email to some members, although this requirement is not stated in the offer link
Where can I get a cheap Smart Phone for Trade In?
$19.99 NET10 - ZTE Midnight. Phone is listed with a $0.00 TIV on Best Buy's Trade In Website
Can I make a Pre Order Online? Yes (although you may not get the $200 Gift Card)
FACT: Yes you can make a Pre Order Online
FACT: Online pre-orders must choose "Store Pickup" to qualify for trade-in offer. This is listed in the terms of the offer link
FACT: In Store Pickup is not an option as of 10/6 and has never been an option since the phones were listed as Pre Order on BestBuy.com
UNKNOWN: You can take an Online Order that you receive at home to a Best Buy store to receive the $200 Trade In
Are Replacement Devices (full price) eligible for the $200 Trade In? Possibly Not (this is unknown for now, but the picture added below suggests that they are not eligible)
UNKNOWN: There are conflicting reports. While the terms of the offer do not exclude Replacement Device purchases, some communication from Best Buy Mobile through email have stated that they are excluded. This may be up to the store, or more restrictions will be added closer to launch date.
NO: Customer must be eligible for a new two-year activation to receive gift card for this promotion (picture of In Store flyer taken by MUHAHAHAHAHA)
OPINION: The language in the picture suggests that AT&T Next or other plans may not be eligible, but this is unknown at this time.
Can I get the $200 Best Buy Gift Card and the Samsung $200 Trade In (double dip)? No
Consumers who receive an instant rebate at Best Buy towards the purchase of the Samsung Galaxy Note 4 are not eligible to submit an offer claim at https://samsunggalaxypromotions.com/note4 (fine print in middle of the page)
Offer not available to consumers who pre-order the Samsung Galaxy Note 4 from BEST BUY (fine print at the bottom of the page)
NOTE: Participants who pre-order a Samsung Galaxy Note® 4 at BEST BUY are not eligible to participate in this Offer. (Page 3 of Terms and Conditions)
Fraudulent submissions could result in federal prosecution under the mail fraud statutes (Title 18, United States Code, Sections 1341 and 1342) (Page 5 of Terms and Conditions)
Does the 10% Movers Coupon work Online? Yes
FACT: The Movers Coupon works Online for Replacement Device and 2 Year Contract options
COUPON EXCLUSIONS: Unlocked phones; contract mobile phones; and mobile broadband devices. Even though these devices are listed as excluded from the Movers Coupon, it has been tested Online as working with a Pre Order.
Does the 10% Movers Coupon work In Store? Unknown (more than likely no)
UNKNOWN: While the coupon does work Online, there is no indication that it will work In Store
COUPON EXCLUSIONS: Unlocked phones; contract mobile phones; and mobile broadband devices.
Best Buy had the AT&T Note 4 listed at $199.99, but it is now $299.99. Can I get it at the $199.99 price? Not likely
FACT: On September 28 - 29, Best Buy had a pricing error for the AT&T Note 4 White for $199.99 with a 2 Year Contact.
FACT: On September 29, Best Buy had a pricing error for the AT&T Note 4 Black for $199.99 with a 2 Year Contact.
UNKNOWN: Some people have confirmed that a Store Manager will honor the price if they were made aware of it on September 28 - 29, and contacted them during this period. It is unknown if this will actually be honored at this time.
UNKNOWN: Some people have confirmed that Best Buy Corporate will honor the price if they were made aware of it on September 28 - 29, and contacted them during this period. It is unknown if this will actually be honored at this time.
Can I use the $200 Gift Card to pay for the Note 4? Yes
FACT: Instantly receive your guaranteed total trade-in Best Buy gift card of $200 to apply toward your Galaxy Note 4 (picture of In Store flyer taken by MUHAHAHAHAHA)
FACT: Must use gift card toward the purchase of your Samsung Galaxy Note 4 with activation (picture of In Store flyer taken by MUHAHAHAHAHA)
*]OPINION: It is possible that this was added to ensure that you would not be able to return the Note 4 and keep the Best Buy Gift Card
Who cleaned up the Wiki and put all this info up here?
FACT: Tripp1269 did all the edits to the Best Buy Promotion
Samsung $200 Trade In
The phone TIV (trade in value) must be a minimum of $10.
Samsung will send you a check in the mail after you have registered your Note 4 for the difference between the TIV given at time of purchase and $200.
Example: If your phone has a TIV of $25, Samsung will send you a check for $175
If your phone has a TIV of $100, Samsung will send you a check for $100
The phone MUST have a TIV of at least $10 to be eligible
You CANNOT submit multiple phones as trades to get to the $10 min TIV
Pre-Orders does not mean you have to trade in your phone the day you make the trade in,
Samsung Promotion Terms and Conditions: Link
If you would like to see the amount your phone is worth (estimated, store value may vary)
T-Mobile's trade-in estimator: http://www.t-mobile.com/DeviceRecovery/cell-phone-trade-in.aspx
AT&T estimator: https://tradein-program.att.com/home.php5?c=en-us
Verizon estimator: https://www.trade-in.vzw.com/home.php5
Offer claims must be submitted between 12:00:00 PM ET on 10/10/14 and 11:59:59 PM ET on 11/30/14 or while Offer supplies last.
Limit one Offer claim per preorder transaction.
Limit three Offer claims per household.
Note 4 off-contract prices:
Otaku said:
$750 from T-Mobile. $720 for Sprint. $826 for AT&T. $700 for Verizon.
"The prices have trickled out via the carriers. T-Mobile's off-contract price is $749.76. The carrier said Thursday it will offer the device for no money down and monthly payments of $31.24 over 24 months."
"Sprint, meanwhile, said the Galaxy Note 4 will cost $30 a month for 24 months, for a total of $720. The two-year contract price is $350.
AT&T has several options for paying for the Note 4. It's $300 with a traditional contract, $34.42 under its AT&T Next 18 program, and $41.30 under its AT&T Next 12 program, both of which offer upgrades after their respective periods. The off-contract price is $825.99."
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Eligible (minimum $10 TIV) phones for ATT
Please list any you find
Eligible (minimum $10 TIV) phones for Verizon
Please list any you find
Eligible (minimum $10 TIV) phones for T-Mobile
iphone 3gs 32gb - $13
iphone 3gs 16gb (att) - $15
LG D415 Optimus L90 $64 value
Motorola XT1031 Moto G - Boost Mobile $35
HTC Incredible 2 ADR6350 - Verizon - $11
Eligible (minimum $10 TIV) UNLOCKED
LGIC E960 Nexus 4 8GB - Generic - $57

Will Best Buy price match carrier retail pricing for replacement phones?
Answer: No.
I have talked with my local BB and via email to the BB web site. They say you must activate a 2 year agreement to get BB's $200 offer.

kamiller42 said:
Will Best Buy price match carrier retail pricing for replacement phones?
Answer: No.
I have talked with my local BB and via email to the BB web site. They say you must activate a 2 year agreement to get BB's $200 offer.
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I spoke with 2 BB reps and the Samsung rep at my store and they all told me off contract (hardware only) or contract didn't matter. Who knows...guess we'll all fine out soon.

wolfeyes30 said:
I spoke with 2 BB reps and the Samsung rep at my store and they all told me off contract (hardware only) or contract didn't matter. Who knows...guess we'll all fine out soon.
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$5 dollars says you talked to the one in north olmsted like i did lol

soraxd said:
$5 dollars says you talked to the one in north olmsted like i did lol
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Lol....nope. The BB here on The Strip by Belden Village Mall in Canton.
Need my PayPal email for payment?[emoji2] [emoji2]

Best buy hates selling phones without contracts so it would not suprise me if this is the road they take. Although I'm sure if you create a ****fest they may bend to move you along.
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[Q] Contract pricing across all carriers

The way I understood it (which admittedly must be wrong), Google sets the contract pricing across the board. So far I've seen contract prices all over the place. I'm waiting in particular on Verizon, but I'm curious if anyone who's pre-ordered or actually purchased a phone on contract can comment with their 2-year contract price. I was expecting to pay the usual $200 contract price but now that doesn't seem likely. Here's what I've seen at the time of this post:
Sprint - 32 GB Midnight Blue = $299.99 on 2-yr contract
AT&T - ?? GB = $249.99 on 2-yr contract
T-Mobile - Coming soon
Verizon - No info
So the only two that show contract pricing so far are nowhere near the $200 everyone seems to think. With competing phones like the Note Edge being $429.99 on a Sprint contract and $399.99 on an AT&T contract, something makes me think the Nexus 6 will be pricey on Verizon too. Is there not some kind of control Google exerts over the pricing?

Att had the 32gb model

Carriers set whatever price they want ....not google ...the carriers buy the phones from Google and subsidize them to customers ....it's up to carriers that is why nexus is 50 bucks more from Sprint full retail because they have to make money on it

Hey guys Im torn need advice on Note 4

Hi,
I am going to purchase a brand new note 4 for the first time from a reputable vendor i heard all the horror stories about ebay and blacklisted imei's so decided to shell out the $$$.
I saw brand new n910c going on amazon for a little over $600 which seems like a good deal but I know it doesnt support band 12 on tmobile's lte network. I do use tmobile but the cheapest i saw a tmobile note 4 was bestbuy which is like 800 with tax which seems pretty steep
Is it ok to go with the exynos n910c or will i regret it down the line if i dont have band 12 support? Or does anyone know of another place I can purchase a new note 4 tmobile wihtout having to buy tmobile service? Thanks.

I bought my Brand new N910T from Swappa for like $700 when it first came out. My Gf just got a brand new one for $600 on swappa last week so I'd suggest buying a brand new one from there if you can't get it directly from T-Mobile.

You will get bad battery life compared to a T-Mobile note 4 with band 12 but that's just NY $.02

im confused... if you use tmobile, why not get it from tmobile?

Yeah, Swappa. They check IMEIs for blacklisting and financing plans, so if a device makes it for sale there it's gonna be good. Currently I see a brand new Note 4 for Tmo for 540.... Comes with everything but no box.

The selling of devices or products on the XDA forums is against the rules. If your looking for a device go to Swappa if your selling go to Swappa.
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