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How can you get the best price for the Tilt?

Hey guys, well with the Tilt coming out I want to get the best price, but I see that the best prices are giving to new customers. I'm already an AT&T customer and have a long time before I can upgrade. I currently have the 8525.
How can I get the Tilt for around $350? I don't know anyone at a store. Has anyone ever bought a phone as a "new" customer and then cancelled the service right away? What fees are payed and how exactly is this done?
Any advice?!

Sorry Man thats just a cheap question to ask... You get what you pay for is the best lesson in life. I dont think any here will help you plan BS

Your best bet is to wait 4-6 months after AT&T releases the tilt and then look to Ebay...

EkS said:
Hey guys, well with the Tilt coming out I want to get the best price, but I see that the best prices are giving to new customers. I'm already an AT&T customer and have a long time before I can upgrade. I currently have the 8525.
How can I get the Tilt for around $350? I don't know anyone at a store. Has anyone ever bought a phone as a "new" customer and then cancelled the service right away? What fees are payed and how exactly is this done?
Any advice?!
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You can cancel the service, but seeing as how you will have a new contract they will charge you the cancel fee. If you cannot wait then you need to purchase the phone at whatever price they give you. Personally, I'm on a family plan and will be using the upgrade credit from another line to get the phone @ $299.

austinsnyc said:
Sorry Man thats just a cheap question to ask... You get what you pay for is the best lesson in life. I dont think any here will help you plan BS
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Cmon you don't get what you pay for with phones, -its a big game. Were all paying different prices for the same product.
I got screwed out of 200 bucks on an iphone for my wife because of 48 hrs.
We didn't create the game, the phone companies create the game were just trying to play it. if they just offered it for a price thats one thing, but there are 10 different ways to get this thing at a different price.
easiest way is someone else said, ad a phone an a family plan and reduce the other line to minimum. you ad 10 bucks a month to the bill and get the incentive. Basically your financing the incentive as you will pay 240$ over 2 years with the add on plan.

one thing you can do is to register for a business license and get a sellers permit then you can buy it from manufacturer at cost. just a thought...

treoreloaded said:
one thing you can do is to register for a business license and get a sellers permit then you can buy it from manufacturer at cost. just a thought...
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I do have a connection at a cingular store and one thing I learned is that they really only need about 6 months into the 2 year to upgrade you. I have never waited for upgrading. You have to be connected though which means go talk to a rep and make a friend and then bring a red bull in the next time as a peace offering

That's not all you need. Good luck getting the manufacturer to give you a good price on one unit.
The best prices are usually for corporate customers, and by corporate I don't mean "business license", I mean "big company that buys MANY phones and service contracts". Basically the best price you can get is a matter of luck and who you know - There are usually no extra tricks available. Either you're eligible for certain deals or you're not.

amazon has it for $50 after rebates with a new service...
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000WSP16I

You might find brand new tilt at ebay for around $370. (Sim locked though.) It is not easy to find though. I watched a few of them. The cheapest I watched was $365 for a brand new tilt sim locked.
You can easily unlocked yourself.

Sales / Rebates
You could wait for one of AT&T's sales to buy it at $250.00 with a $100.00 rebate. Then call AT&T and if you get a nice representative, ask if they will process the rebate for you; which, if they do, may take the shape of a 'courtesy credit', bringing you down to $150.00. Then, fill out the rebate form, mail it in, and wait. Once you get the rebate, the phone will have been $50.00.

I've been looking for a good deal on a tilt for a while. It doesn't even have to be a still but just a good price. On AT&T site its not that good of a dea plus the fact I have to renew my contract which I'm only 2 months away from being out of.

Listen, all you have to do is go to amazon.com. They will sell you the phone for 200 dollars! All you have to do is either sign up for a two year contract with att or renew your contract. Also you cant break your contract or change your service package for 6 months. I did it and I have a very nice tilt....Filled with a whole bunch of stuff. It would be filled with more if people would response a little faster on this damn forum.

I upgraded from my old razr to a tilt and i got it straight up for $185 with no data plan or anything from the cingular store.

AT&T Tilt now available on Premier Website

Just logged in to my company's AT&T Premier site - the Tilt is available now for $399 (!). I was hoping for $299 before rebates......

warwickwebb said:
Just logged in to my company's AT&T Premier site - the Tilt is available now for $399 (!). I was hoping for $299 before rebates......
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P.S. Looks like I can upgrade to the Tilt (no new contract) for $399 as well - I chose 'Upgrade Device Only', which allowed me to keep my current plan unchanged (including my trusty Medianet service).

yep, i was just getting ready to post this..
Included Accessories
1350 mAh Lithium Ion Polymer Battery
AC Wall Charger
Mini USB Sync Cable
Stylus
Extra Sylus

My wallet is at work and AT&T has the Tilt ready for me

Yeah I was hoping for a better price too. If you do the upgrade device only, I know it leaves your plan intact. Does it extend your contract 2 years though?

Where the heck is PDA Personal Max? Does anyone have it in their list? I HAVE a cell card, I don't need tethering, dagnabit!
And no data plan discount? We're better off getting it from the retail site!

YodaJM said:
Yeah I was hoping for a better price too. If you do the upgrade device only, I know it leaves your plan intact. Does it extend your contract 2 years though?
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I'm wondering the same thing - I got to the very end of the process and had to click to agree to a Service Agreement that specified 2yrs. I asked this same question in another thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=334349&page=3
Richard

I had an option to upgrade the phone only for 399 or upgrade the device and plan as well..so i tried to see if price is goona changed it did,instant 100$ off and 25 dollar instant credit..275 plus tax and 18 dollar upgrade fee because I bought the 8525 like 3 months ago. because it seemed like I bought new plan and data plan,I can get the 100 MIR as well,they won't have esxuce not to give,,I saved 225$..so I really don't understand the big deal if they exttend the contract you know..if a better phone comes I can do the same process over and over again,with out having to wait 2 years,,so the money I will save over time is justified if I have to abondan my contract and pay 175$ one day.. what do you guys think?

hayaticik said:
II really don't understand the big deal if they exttend the contract you know
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FWIW, in the other thread I referenced above, at least one person has confirmed contract extension showing on his account after the $399 deal
As far as the "big deal" on contract, my company pays for my phone and the monthly bill is a LOT more than I'd carry personally. I don't want to be at my company's mercy if they decide they don't need me to have a phone (or don't need me at all) with 23 mos left on a contract. Sure, they *SHOULD* cover the ETF but why risk it....
Richard

in your case yeah its a big deal but for me when I just saved over 200 with the extention,I don't mind the possibility to be punished 175 only. 399+tax VS 274.99+tax is a difference that I can't let go,couldn't live with myself haha.I can extent again in 6 months if they come up with a better phone..so I am in control and getting the discounts ..you know...but for you ,no contract is clean and necessary..

WHOA!! I Just Bought A Tilt For $265.00 Brand Spankin New From A Corp Store!!!!

Thank you corporate America. Sorry yall, I couldnt hold it in, I had to express my joy to the world! Good bye hermes/8525, you've served me well!

so how's that? is that with a rebate, or out the door?
did you get a special discount?

out the door, retail, no contract, no upgrade!!! special discount!

Any way we can get a name or a photo of the reciept or something that we could take to corp store to prove it? I went to a corp store yesterday, and they refused to go below $399 even though I have a premier account.

Almost exact same deal I got. My Premiere discount is 60% on equipment's retail price. I got it for $240 + tax, no contract or extension, just out the door.

Jozer99 said:
Any way we can get a name or a photo of the reciept or something that we could take to corp store to prove it? I went to a corp store yesterday, and they refused to go below $399 even though I have a premier account.
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has anyone realized that best buy has been doing this for the longest?
since the tilt came out.
$250 a 2 year contract (369 one year..something like that) no rebate forms,pda plan required....what so ever.
some guys at ny.. times square tried to tell me that the att tilt simply wouldn't work without a pda plan therefore i must or i needed to add it to the two year plan/contract. As far as i know they dont advertise it though, but i couldnt even find it through their website..... -
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EDIT: ok now i know why he had to tell it to the world... no contract... thats good deal...

jlczl said:
Almost exact same deal I got. My Premiere discount is 60% on equipment's retail price. I got it for $240 + tax, no contract or extension, just out the door.
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Bingo lol!

im getting mine for 250 at the store...just waiting for a new batch to come in

Can someone explain what the big deal is with getting the phone for $250 with no contract? What good does that do? So you can use the phone on a no commitment, either prepaid or pay-as-you go plan? If you go that route you are going to pay considerably more than if you signed up for a 2 year contract, so it doesn't really make sense financially.
I can get the premier discount through my university, but why when newegg has it for $150 with a 2 year contract, free shipping, no tax?? That's exactly what I did.
The only advantage I can see for buying it through premier is if you are trying to upgrade your phone in the middle of your contract. Other than that, newegg still has the best deal. Period. If I am misunderstanding something please explain.

marm0lade said:
Can someone explain what the big deal is with getting the phone for $250 with no contract? What good does that do? So you can use the phone on a no commitment, either prepaid or pay-as-you go plan? If you go that route you are going to pay considerably more than if you signed up for a 2 year contract, so it doesn't really make sense financially.
I can get the premier discount through my university, but why when newegg has it for $150 with a 2 year contract, free shipping, no tax?? That's exactly what I did.
The only advantage I can see for buying it through premier is if you are trying to upgrade your phone in the middle of your contract. Other than that, newegg still has the best deal. Period. If I am misunderstanding something please explain.
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daaanngg, can you send me that link??

Because a lot of people already are in the middle of a 2 year contract, and don't want to wait 14 months until they can get the Kaiser for less than the cost of a used car.

princeasi said:
daaanngg, can you send me that link??
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Sure can: here
Also, for those who don't want to wait for newegg to get them in stock (cuz they keep running out), amazon has it for $200 (I think) w/ 2 year contract.

How do you get a premier plan?
I spend a **** load on my bill, What is premier? I have a $200 dollar a month plan! But I don't think I'm premier..

marm0lade said:
Can someone explain what the big deal is with getting the phone for $250 with no contract? What good does that do? So you can use the phone on a no commitment, either prepaid or pay-as-you go plan? If you go that route you are going to pay considerably more than if you signed up for a 2 year contract, so it doesn't really make sense financially.
I can get the premier discount through my university, but why when newegg has it for $150 with a 2 year contract, free shipping, no tax?? That's exactly what I did.
The only advantage I can see for buying it through premier is if you are trying to upgrade your phone in the middle of your contract. Other than that, newegg still has the best deal. Period. If I am misunderstanding something please explain.
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thx for the link, but yeah that deal wouldnt benefit me in the long run becuz i have a GF data plan(19.99=unlmt internet 1500txt 50mms). Contract upgrades wouldve shifted me to a 44.99 plan! So I think i did good!

mr_magoo said:
I spend a **** load on my bill, What is premier? I have a $200 dollar a month plan! But I don't think I'm premier..
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Certain businesses, universities, and other organizations have partnerships with AT&T that will give their employees or members "premier" accounts with AT&T.
To see if you are eligible go to:
https://www.wireless.att.com/business/authenticate/
and enter your work/school/govt email.

marm0lade said:
Certain businesses, universities, and other organizations have partnerships with AT&T that will give their employees or members "premier" accounts with AT&T.
To see if you are eligible go to:
https://www.wireless.att.com/business/authenticate/
and enter your work/school/govt email.
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Well poo... I tried and it did not work.. Does anyone know of a SOCAL business ir university that has this option? Sure I could find some one to buy it for me

Stop complaining ... any price lower than $800 is cheap ;-) ... I bought mine for $900 - that's the price in DK right now.
/Inc

Inc said:
Stop complaining ... any price lower than $800 is cheap ;-) ... I bought mine for $900 - that's the price in DK right now.
/Inc
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My friend, I'm not complaining, just looking for a deal! I just bought my first home for 700K and I'm now what we call house poor So my new wifey does not let me spend money like I use to be able to hehe.. SOCAL sucks

Where is DK anyway?
I did a google on DK and came up with "Donkey Kong Country - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia"
LMAO!
not to sound ignorant or disrespectful

mr_magoo said:
I did a google on DK and came up with "Donkey Kong Country - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia"
LMAO!
not to sound ignorant or disrespectful
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HA thats funny, i was thinking the same thing lol!!! now lets see how much i can get the iphone for!(present for my pops)

ATTN: People returning Kaisers in the 30 day period

I wanted to do this too, as I felt it wasn't worth the price I paid ($400)
However, AT&T at least allows you to return the phone under the 30 days and replace it with the refurbished model - at only $150.00.
I really liked the phone, it's just with the graphics problem it wasn't worth the heavy price...but the new availability of refurbs let me keep this phone at a slick price.
Just thought I'd let you all know for a potential exchange! My refurb works great, and still a 1 year warranty!

shhh...telling our secret . Refurb is definatly the way to go. I wasnt going to get one becasue of the problems then i found i could get one for about 150. I couldnt skimp on that price. It was sparkling brand new looking. Like it looked brand new. Please continue to take them back so i can get my wife one also...

myv6mustang said:
shhh...telling our secret . Refurb is definatly the way to go. I wasnt going to get one becasue of the problems then i found i could get one for about 150. I couldnt skimp on that price. It was sparkling brand new looking. Like it looked brand new. Please continue to take them back so i can get my wife one also...
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I just hope your wife doesn't fet the one I turned in within the 30 day period. (I traded for another new one in early December - No refurbs available at that time) Anyway it got to the point that people couldn't hear me unless I soft reset the phone right before I called.
I guess a reflash would probably fix that, but I just switched it out for a new one. The cover over the media card slot was quite worn because I wasn't able to get craptive sync working right at the beginning and to get stuff on the media card I was having to take the card out repeatedly and putting it into a USB adapter.
-Jay

Wow, just stumbled on this....
I just ordered 2 refurb 8925s earlier today (to replace the 8125s my wife and I have used for the past 2 years). I decided to start reading the kaiser forum this afternoon in anticipation...
Total was under $400 for both (shipping included)...mine actually qualified for an additional $50 off ($149 for mine; $199 for hers) and a waived activation fee.
We will see if it was a good deal.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16875998228
Tilt's are always $175 brand new here with a contract.

agreenagent said:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16875998228
Tilt's are always $175 brand new here with a contract.
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OK, unless you already have a contract with AT&T or are doing a family plan....

beware of those internet deals. they require you to keep the PDA data plan for 6 months in order to keep that price. If you dont, you could get billed for the Tilt's full price.

cproaudio said:
beware of those internet deals. they require you to keep the PDA data plan for 6 months in order to keep that price. If you dont, you could get billed for the Tilt's full price.
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They don't bill you for it, they deny you the rebate... usually places like that have 2 rebates setup. one that you file immediately, and they mail the rebate after you've had active service for 30 days, and the second is not issued until you have had service for like 6 months.
-Jay

Jay2TheRescue said:
They don't bill you for it, they deny you the rebate... usually places like that have 2 rebates setup. one that you file immediately, and they mail the rebate after you've had active service for 30 days, and the second is not issued until you have had service for like 6 months.
-Jay
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some places......like amazon, they give a "conditional discount", where u need to keep service for the next 6 months

Best place to by a TyTN II? (in the US)

Hi I’ve been angsting over which device to buy and finally decided on the tytnii so now I’ve been searching around for good places to buy it (at good prices). Places like expansys seem to be out (horrible reviews) and most other places seem to be selling it in the mid $700 range. Amazon seems to be the best bet at the moment (not ideal but can settle) however I wanted to check and see if anyone else could recommend any better places for cheaper prices.
A wee bit of background. I’m working in Afghanistan at the moment, will be going back to the states in about a week (then coming back to Afg). Sh*t happens here so it seems like getting a warranty/insurance would be a good idea (looking at squaretrade.com at the moment) which would set me back an additional $180 or so.
Any suggestions on getting a phone for a better price, insurance, etc would really be appreciated!
Cheers
-Gaiko

You didn't mention who your provider is. If you have ATT you can get them new for $549.99 (retail price) and if you don't mind signing a 2 year contract on the line you can get a good deal below:
New ($299):
http://www.wireless.att.com/cell-ph...etails/?device=AT&T+Tilt(TM)&q_sku=sku1060009
Refurbished (149.99):
http://www.wireless.att.com/cell-ph...s/?device=AT&T+Tilt+(Refurb)&q_sku=sku1190046

As for insurance I've seen this place recommended a lot:
http://www.safeware.com/

if u r going to sign 2yr than get from amazon.com as they have fantastic prices.
p.s. i got mine for 75 after 50.00 mail in rebate w/2yr.

Amazon has a great price, but the fine print. Conditional $250 Discount
The Price listed above for this phone includes an instant $250 discount from Amazon.com. You agree to repay this $250 discount to Amazon.com if, during the six-month period following the activation date or renewal date of your existing contract, you: (1) fail to pay your balance due each month on time; (2) fail to maintain your account in good standing; (3) disconnect the line of service; (4) transfer the phone to another line of service; (5) change your service rate plan, including canceling or removing required PDA, BlackBerry, or smartphone features after your product has shipped; or (6) use this line of service to replace an existing account with the carrier. The discount is available only if you are activating a new non-substitute line of service or extending an existing line of service. If you do not follow these rules, you authorize Amazon.com to charge your credit card $250 as reimbursement of the discount without need for further approval."
I would stick with AT&T.

Buy it here, service is really good and prices are the best:
R & D Marketing, LLC
http://www.networkingrus.com/
They also sell on ebay:
http://search.ebay.com/_W0QQsassZnetworkingrus

i bought this phone and im still not 100% convinced by it.
its got a lot of capablities and features but i wouldnt pay more than $200 for it...
i personally paid more than $400 for mine just 2 weeks ago.

sandro.1971 said:
Buy it here, service is really good and prices are the best:
R & D Marketing, LLC
http://www.networkingrus.com/
They also sell on ebay:
http://search.ebay.com/_W0QQsassZnetworkingrus
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Sale Price $ 648.95
The front camera isn't work that much to me. I can get a tilt for a lot cheaper.

PsyOpWarlord said:
You didn't mention who your provider is. If you have ATT you can get them new for $549.99 (retail price) and if you don't mind signing a 2 year contract on the line you can get a good deal below:
New ($299):
http://www.wireless.att.com/cell-ph...etails/?device=AT&T+Tilt(TM)&q_sku=sku1060009
Refurbished (149.99):
http://www.wireless.att.com/cell-ph...s/?device=AT&T+Tilt+(Refurb)&q_sku=sku1190046
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Dude, I'm working in Afghanistan; thanks though.

sandro.1971 said:
Buy it here, service is really good and prices are the best:
R & D Marketing, LLC
http://www.networkingrus.com/
They also sell on ebay:
http://search.ebay.com/_W0QQsassZnetworkingrus
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Wow, thats about $100 cheaper thanks! (thier ebay cred seems to be good but i can't find much else about them in terms of cust satisf though).

PsyOpWarlord said:
As for insurance I've seen this place recommended a lot:
http://www.safeware.com/
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Thanks, the policy looks nice but the cost is a bit out of my range ($200/1yr where as the other is $186/3yrs)