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Two scammers in one day

So I'm attempting to buy an iPad to use it to show clients photos, instead of printing portfolios. So I turn to good ol' craigslist. Got 2 scam replies. I see they are getting more clever. lol.
#1:
Hey, sorry for the delayed response, but someone already bought the iPad and
picked it up. You might want to try and buy one where I bought mine at. It's
an auction site kind of like ebay that has quite a few iPads.
I am usually able to pick them up there between $130 and $160, I think it's so
cheap because the site is newer and there aren't many bidders yet. Anyways,
I'd recommend you shop there if your still in need of an iPad. The site is
called BIDSAROO.com. I just checked and it looks like they have one
ending soon and the bid is at $53 so far.
When I signed up they gave me this coupon to give to friends, but I haven't used
it yet. Your more than welcome to use it, but I think it expires tomorrow. It's
good for placing some free bids on any auction. The coupon is: free3042
Hope this helps you!
-Chad
P.S. Here is a little secret I'll pass on to you. Right now there is a glitch/hack
on the site that will allow you to block other people from bidding on the item.
When you place a bid, hold down the enter key until the auction counts down to 0.
This should allow you to win any auction instantly. But I'm not sure how long it
last, I'm sure the site is working on fixing the glitch/hack.
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#2:
Hi, I am getting back to you regarding the 64GB 3G iPad from Craigslist
My name is Arianna and I am now in Wolverhampton, United Kingdom.
I am selling the ipad for $450 USD. I have attached some pics with it to this email.
The ipad is still available and I hope you are still interested. The ipad was bought brand new from Apple a few weeks ago.
About the ipad I can say it's in perfect shape, as I used it only for a few weeks. Included in the $450 price is everything that came with the ipad.
The ipad is here with me.
I tried to be as thorough as I could with the presentation so you can have all the info if you decide to go ahead and buy it.
Please get back to me and let me know if you like the ipad if you're really interested in buying it.
Thanks,
Arianna
Chief Logistic Officer
www.bluechipremovals.co.uk
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Both of these were found under NYC

how ya kno the 2nd ones a scam

souljaboy said:
how ya kno the 2nd ones a scam
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Included in the $450 price is everything that came with the ipad.
The ipad is here with me.

Also he ad was for a 32gb iPod. lol

Cucoo said:
Included in the $450 price is everything that came with the ipad.
The ipad is here with me.
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Wow, I really didn't notice that the first time, scary >.<

AdrianK said:
Wow, I really didn't notice that the first time, scary >.<
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Still don't get it!

flyboyovyick said:
Still don't get it!
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+1
Please explain for those of us who's brains are dead

flyboyovyick said:
Still don't get it!
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"Included in the $450 price is everything that came with the ipad"
Your $450 gets you *only* what came with the iPad, not the iPad itself.
"the ipad is here with me"
They're just hoping you'll skim over that since it doesn't really make any sense, not until you get the first part anyway...
Deception is fraud, so even though it doesn't say you're actually buying an iPad what they're doing is against the law.

Well also I am in nyc so how would she sell it to me if she's in England?
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Ah clever ...
But doesn't it say
I am selling the ipad for $450 USD.
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AdrianK said:
"Included in the $450 price is everything that came with the ipad"
Your $450 gets you *only* what came with the iPad, not the iPad itself.
"the ipad is here with me"
They're just hoping you'll skim over that since it doesn't really make any sense, not until you get the first part anyway...
Deception is fraud, so even though it doesn't say you're actually buying an iPad what they're doing is against the law.
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ahh... thanks for the explanation

The fact they claim to be in the uk, yet price in usd is a bit of a giveaway to be honest.

pulser_g2 said:
The fact they claim to be in the uk, yet price in usd is a bit of a giveaway to be honest.
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gotta disagree on that, many user on xda for example put USD and EURO even tho they are in the UK. i do that on Ebay also.

Not being able to do it in person is generally a red flag for me that it's a scam. I couldn't care less if the message comes from the Queen of England.

PoisonWolf said:
Not being able to do it in person is generally a red flag for me that it's a scam. I couldn't care less if the message comes from the Queen of England.
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Wouldnt surprise me if it was her............
They've got a wedding to pay for after all........

conantroutman said:
Wouldnt surprise me if it was her............
They've got a wedding to pay for after all........
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Haha Lmao!!!!!!

conantroutman said:
Wouldnt surprise me if it was her............
They've got a wedding to pay for after all........
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Oh no she dont need that she got a huge cut in the gold/drug/diamond industry ..
The queen of england is a gangster
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First Nexus 7 on E-Bay - $600

Looks like someone made quick work and already posted a Nexus 7 from Google IO on E-Bay. $600 for those who can't wait!
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Nexus-7-Tab...-2012-Android-4-1-FAST-SHIPPING-/150846459594

they can keep it, there is no way i will pay triple for that tablet

Someone else also posted for $1500. Another individual is selling his pre-order copy for $400. The ways people think of making a quick buck...smh

some people are just desperate to make some quick buck. I would keep it if i were them.

Capitalism at work. Don't hate the seller, pity the buyer.

I just found one on CL for 999, LOL.

lovenokia said:
some people are just desperate to make some quick buck. I would keep it if i were them.
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Why? With the money they earn they could buy a new Nexus 7 with plenty left over!

$400 seems reasonable. After taxes and whatnot my 16gb is 300ish. Throw in shipping+insurance and a little money for their trouble and that's not so bad for someone in a country that can't buy these. If you're somewhere you can buy them I don't really see the point of buying from ebay/CL/etc

cheap in USA?
the current exchange rates is USD-1:AUD-1
It is $250 in oz and only $200 in the USA!

sonhy said:
the current exchange rates is USD-1:AUD-1
It is $250 in oz and only $200 in the USA!
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That is insane isn't it? If only it were $200 as well...

Australia always has it bad when it comes to technology and games.

Is $165 a good price?

I really didn't want to sell my nexus s because I used it around my house (have a GS2) but but my friends needs a phone because his just broke is $165 a good price for the phone and a few batteries thanks!
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Darrien13 said:
I really didn't want to sell my nexus s because I used it around my house (have a GS2) but but my friends needs a phone because his just broke is $165 a good price for the phone and a few batteries thanks!
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No... I would sell it for at least $200
Sent from my Nexus S

I saw one of those on ebay starting 150$, mint in 200$. I want to buy one :3

If he's your best friend, just give it to him for free. If he's a good friend, $165 is a good price, I just bought one for that price. If he's a crappy friend, $180-$200 depends on the condition of the phone. I would only pay $200 for a Nexus S if it has original box, accessories, and at least 9/10 condition though. Just make sure its a one time payment only.
m1k3_ said:
I saw one of those on ebay starting 150$, mint in 200$. I want to buy one :3
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Buy from XDA or Swappa, avoid ebay for used phones if you can unless there are lots of photos and a detailed description, speaking from experience here.

I snagged one up on ebay for 120 they have been going for less nowa days. 150 wouldn't be bad..

That is a bit low for a good quality GSM version, I can understand the Sprint version being that low.
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Really I love this phone but I just picked one up for $75 on Craig'slist. Its my second nexus s4g because my last ones power button died. But let's be honest the hardware is being pushed to its limit and for the same $165 with some searching you could find a galaxy nexus. Like I said I love this phone and wouldn't trade it for anything but the price is kinda high.
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I think you should give him this at 165$ because he will feel glad and There's noot mych Difference between 165$ and 200$.Business with the whole world but not with your Friends...So Give him this at 165$ and he would get happy Too.Now all Depends On You.

i think 165$ is fine, in my country the used nexus s (97-98%) with box and accessories is only 150$ because it's m200s :good:

i think that 165 $ are a good price! in Italy Nexus S is sell at 179€

Good is good...but with 80$ plus you can find the Galaxy Nexus so if you have to sell it 165$ is a good price

I plaid $40 for mine, 2 weeks old from my friend, just the phone though.
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You guys are all completely INSANE asking $150+ for a nexus s!!! You can easily find them on ebay for $60....they are a dime a dozen. Anyone who pays that much for a phone that's two generations old (and beyond EOL) should be b!tch slapped to oblivion.

hp420 said:
You guys are all completely INSANE asking $150+ for a nexus s!!! You can easily find them on ebay for $60....they are a dime a dozen. Anyone who pays that much for a phone that's two generations old (and beyond EOL) should be b!tch slapped to oblivion.
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Find a link to a *good condition*, fully working Nexus S for under $100. I'll wait.

gfinockio said:
Find a link to a *good condition*, fully working Nexus S for under $100. I'll wait.
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This is for the next auction ending on ebay....5 hours left and still only the 1cent opening bid.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Samsung-Nex...0525799364?pt=Cell_Phones&hash=item53f1031fc4
Yeah...looks like the bidding is ruthless and there's no hope to find one for under $100, right?
/sarcasm

hp420 said:
This is for the next auction ending on ebay....5 hours left and still only the 1cent opening bid.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Samsung-Nex...0525799364?pt=Cell_Phones&hash=item53f1031fc4
Yeah...looks like the bidding is ruthless and there's no hope to find one for under $100, right?
/sarcasm
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Did you read the description? It's missing parts of the bezel. The power button doesn't work. I said *good condition*. Also, do a search of the "Completed Items" for a better feel of what they are selling at. I'm seeing most around the $110-$160 range...
Try these:
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Samsung-Goog...ones&hash=item4abf10738e&_uhb=1#ht_500wt_1203
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Samsung-Nexu...nes&hash=item5aebf7a8dd&_uhb=1#ht_2170wt_1186
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Samsung-Goog...ones&hash=item2ec3d6cf48&_uhb=1#ht_500wt_1203
Next time, don't be a **** when you are wrong, okay?

hp420 said:
You guys are all completely INSANE asking $150+ for a nexus s!!! You can easily find them on ebay for $60....they are a dime a dozen. Anyone who pays that much for a phone that's two generations old (and beyond EOL) should be b!tch slapped to oblivion.
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The CDMA (Sprint) version is way cheap, but the GSM is easily $150. I just spent the last couple weeks shopping for one and, yes, the bidding IS ruthless. You will be VERY hard pressed to find a good condition GSm Nexus S for less than $150. It's not impossible, but you would have to have the cash on hand and be very patient.
What you will not find, though, is even a Sprint version for $60. Well, not one that works anyways.

hooah212002 said:
The CDMA (Sprint) version is way cheap, but the GSM is easily $150. I just spent the last couple weeks shopping for one and, yes, the bidding IS ruthless. You will be VERY hard pressed to find a good condition GSm Nexus S for less than $150. It's not impossible, but you would have to have the cash on hand and be very patient.
What you will not find, though, is even a Sprint version for $60. Well, not one that works anyways.
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I bought my NS4G used in good condition (insignificant scratches on screen, with a protector on, invisible) for 85 with free shipping. Most NS4Gs go for about 85-95 on ebay. I wouldn't pay more than 100 for one in excellent condition.

koeylondon said:
I bought my NS4G used in good condition (insignificant scratches on screen, with a protector on, invisible) for 85 with free shipping. Most NS4Gs go for about 85-95 on ebay. I wouldn't pay more than 100 for one in excellent condition.
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You saw the links I posted above, right?

gfinockio said:
You saw the links I posted above, right?
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Just give up, lol.
Bottom line:
4G > Cheap. Nobody wants CDMA phones
GSM > Not cheap. Nexus S still selling very well as decent replacements
Even similar phones, Galaxy S for instance, will share similar pricing.

280 nexus 4's on ebay and counting...

One of those could have been mine. Instead, some f&$king a#$%ole decided they would turn a quick buck and resell it on ebay/craigslist for more. So many people weren't able to get in on this because the first wave of devices sold out so quickly. Now they're forced to either wait, or pay a premium. Am I the only one that finds that infuriating?
To top it off, T-mobile is selling the phone claiming that the MSRP is $499. How is the MSRP $499 when google sells it for $350?!
I'm unbelievably frustrated today!

I wouldn't buy one from there on principle. Also if it has any faults your screwed.

Welcome to capitalism. I bet you don't get mad when you get your paycheck.
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@rbiter said:
Welcome to capitalism. I bet you don't get mad when you get your paycheck.
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Selling products for more than they're worth when they're in short supply is called gouging, not capitalism.

I hope someone Buys It, tell eBay seller sent you rocks, send rocks to seller, get refund, keep free nexus 4
Then you'll never see them do this again

To me this was the one thing Google should have prevented, at least initially. No one should have been able to order more than 1 or 2 in the 1st wave. I know they did this when the GN came out....was like a limit of 5 per person I think. There certainly shouldnt have been anyone allowed to purchase 200+ on initial launch.

It didn't seem like Google even had 200 in stock

AznDud333 said:
Buy It, tell eBay seller sent you rocks, send rocks to seller, get refund, keep free nexus 4
Then you'll never see them do this again
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Hahahahahahahahahaha! Maybe not keep it for free...I'd give them their $350...minus the cost of shipping of course.
ctfrommn said:
To me this was the one thing Google should have prevented, at least initially. No one should have been able to order more than 1 or 2 in the 1st wave. I know they did this when the GN came out....was like a limit of 5 per person I think. There certainly shouldnt have been anyone allowed to purchase 200+ on initial launch.
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I agree. I don't believe anyone could have ordered 200...but it's possible I suppose. All I wanted was one. It's just frustrating seeing so many for sale at such a huge premium on ebay...it's just greedy.

AznDud333 said:
Buy It, tell eBay seller sent you rocks, send rocks to seller, get refund, keep free nexus 4
Then you'll never see them do this again
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Wow look at this genius here promoting fraud.
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InGeNeTiCs said:
One of those could have been mine. Instead, some f&$king a#$%ole decided they would turn a quick buck and resell it on ebay/craigslist for more. So many people weren't able to get in on this because the first wave of devices sold out so quickly. Now they're forced to either wait, or pay a premium. Am I the only one that finds that infuriating?
To top it off, T-mobile is selling the phone claiming that the MSRP is $499. How is the MSRP $499 when google sells it for $350?!
I'm unbelievably frustrated today!
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It is called making money welcome to reality mate

T-mo is selling it at MSRP because that's the device cost from LG
Google is subsidizing it on the Play Store.
People do that all the time at launches, Google mistake was allowing more than one device to be bought per person. Others are selling it because the mess that happened and they ordered more than one by accident.

After eBay fees etc Dont think they will make much 16 gig is like 400 after taxes shipping even if they sell it for 500 they'll make 50 bucks? Meh
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The guy deserves to be ripped off for price gouging Nigga. Sh*t happens. Welcome to reality.
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Don't think i'll be lining the pockets of some greedy fat price gouger on ebay, i'll wait for the next batch on google store.

lazarat said:
It is called making money welcome to reality nigga
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Are you for real with this? Do you honestly think people talk like this in real life? Your mother should be ashamed.

InGeNeTiCs said:
One of those could have been mine. Instead, some f&$king a#$%ole decided they would turn a quick buck and resell it on ebay/craigslist for more. So many people weren't able to get in on this because the first wave of devices sold out so quickly. Now they're forced to either wait, or pay a premium. Am I the only one that finds that infuriating?
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One of them is mine. I hope you buy it.

lazarat said:
Wow look at this genius here promoting fraud.
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It is called making money welcome to reality nigga
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Im not promoting fraud, not anymore than people that but out all the stocks to sell above cost, and I'm betting you're one of them

Not that much
200 isn't that much considering how many were sold to legitimate users. I think google would have done better with a strict limit of 2 per order but they went with a higher number.
As an aside I remember when the ps3 came out and resellers got pwnd because there were plenty of supplies.

One of them has 24 bids at $605! Damn!

InGeNeTiCs said:
One of those could have been mine. Instead, some f&$king a#$%ole decided they would turn a quick buck and resell it on ebay/craigslist for more. So many people weren't able to get in on this because the first wave of devices sold out so quickly. Now they're forced to either wait, or pay a premium. Am I the only one that finds that infuriating?
To top it off, T-mobile is selling the phone claiming that the MSRP is $499. How is the MSRP $499 when google sells it for $350?!
I'm unbelievably frustrated today!
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Q.Q more please. Grow up. It's just a phone. Quit your whining.
Just wait a few weeks, your life is not going to somehow be magically worse off just because you didn't get in on the first wave.

$499 MSRP? $499 Is T-Mobile insane? Google sells them for $349. T-Mobile adds bloatware for $150.
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Are you for real with this? Do you honestly think people talk like this in real life? Your mother should be ashamed.
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You obviously never been to our side of town.

Best Buy trade-in still offering $250 and up for good condition N4!

I figured there might be some people that were looking to sell their N4 soon or were caught off guard by Google lower the price $100 and ripping that resale value away from them.
Apparently though BB trade-in is still offering:
$262 for perfect condition
$250 for good condition
Hope this helps :fingers-crossed:

Does this apply to the 8GB model?

Crash Stuntman said:
Does this apply to the 8GB model?
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Yep.

ajlunis said:
Yep.
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I hate to come across as overly skeptical, but their FAQ mentions paying for return shipping on the devices, so I feel compelled to dig in a little deeper.
The SKU corresponds to this device: http://www.bestbuy.com/site/LG---Go...ile)/7408045.p?id=1218844837055&skuId=7408045 which is the 16GB model.

ap3604 said:
were caught off guard by Google lower the price $100 and ripping that resale value away from them.
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I dont really understand your logic here.. Do you expect the phone to stay at the launch price forever? Its not unheard of prices dropping if sales decline or new product being released..

gd6noob said:
I dont really understand your logic here.. Do you expect the phone to stay at the launch price forever? Its not unheard of prices dropping if sales decline or new product being released..
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I don't see why you got aggravated here but OP didn't complain. He just said what the truth is. Obviously none of us saw that coming from Google. Perhaps he made this thread for those who were skeptical about selling (before N5 launches) or keeping the device and if Google's decision of slashing the price made such people a little upset, they can use OP's link and take full benefit from it.

filthykid said:
I don't see why you got aggravated here but OP didn't complain. He just said what the truth is. Obviously none of us saw that coming from Google. Perhaps he made this thread for those who were skeptical about selling (before N5 launches) or keeping the device and if Google's decision of slashing the price made such people a little upset, they can use OP's link and take full benefit from it.
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Thanks filthykid :highfive:
Just was simply trying to help those who wanted the info in case they were caught off guard with the price drop and didn't want to have to deal with selling their N4 for less via CL or something similar

^Anytime my friend.

I wonder how long BB would keep the trade in value at that worth...
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gd6noob said:
I dont really understand your logic here.. Do you expect the phone to stay at the launch price forever? Its not unheard of prices dropping if sales decline or new product being released..
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After being blessed by the HOLO when I get a new HOLO device I actually give my old ones away, and spread the word of Matias Duarte
My friend was all like you know they sell this galaxy nexus for 500 on ebay. I told him "My lamb that is not a HOLO device that is a verizon one and is not recommended, take this and give me that HTC desire." I then I plus'ed Matias Duarte and we chanted HOLOYOLO together and burned that device to a cinder
True story
My parents loved the OG nexus 7's I gave them, want to talk about no resell value that right there

filthykid said:
I don't see why you got aggravated here but OP didn't complain. He just said what the truth is. Obviously none of us saw that coming from Google. Perhaps he made this thread for those who were skeptical about selling (before N5 launches) or keeping the device and if Google's decision of slashing the price made such people a little upset, they can use OP's link and take full benefit from it.
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I wasnt aggravated.. just as I stated, no item sold by anyone will keep their current launch prices.. even cars, dealers see sale decline, they push out promos or lower prices... if you think Google will keep the phones at their launch prices, then you are naive (not really directed to you but to anyone who thinks this way)..
This is just my opinion... and leave it at that....

I gave mine back for $262 whohohwwwww!!!
:good::good::good:

legendnexus said:
I gave mine back for $262 whohohwwwww!!!
:good::good::good:
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Nice!
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baolongn said:
Did they give you cash or store credit towards a new phone?
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They gave a gift card available to use instore.
The best thing you can do is you can purchase two visa gift cards for 5.95 for each because the max limit on visa card is $200
so what you can get $250 cash at the end
262 -6 -6 = $ 250
good deal for a 9 month old phone

legendnexus said:
They gave a gift card available to use instore.
The best thing you can do is you can purchase two visa gift cards for 5.95 for each because the max limit on visa card is $200
so what you can get $250 cash at the end
262 -6 -6 = $ 250
good deal for a 9 month old phone
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the question is can you go trade in instore, then use the credit toward a new phone?

jdaclutch said:
the question is can you go trade in instore, then use the credit toward a new phone?
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I cant see why? as long as you have gift card to use in best buy?

legendnexus said:
I gave mine back for $262 whohohwwwww!!!
:good::good::good:
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They test the phone out?

defnow said:
They test the phone out?
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no they just check the phones physical condition real quick and the charging unit and then she clicked perfect condition.
I also brought its original box and stuff just incase. so they take them all

Thanks op, im considering doing this. Though mine has the tiniest of a dent on the side. Barely noticable,

legendnexus said:
They gave a gift card available to use instore.
The best thing you can do is you can purchase two visa gift cards for 5.95 for each because the max limit on visa card is $200
so what you can get $250 cash at the end
262 -6 -6 = $ 250
good deal for a 9 month old phone
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I wasnt aware you could get visa cards with BB gift card...is there a trick to this or you just gotta hope your cashier doesnt notice?