Hello, I live in Argentina and I'm travelling in 2 weeks to the US, I wanted to buy the Dev Edition HTC One, so I got into the US HTC Online Store and bought it ( $654.94 ). Today I received an email telling me the order was cancelled. Asked why and they told me because my IP address was from outside the US and I needed a US credit card. I fought for a long time with the support and they told me I couldn't buy it.
Now I'm wondering where else I can buy the Dev Edition HTC One 64Gb and don't end up paying almost $900 for it.
lauticol said:
Hello, I live in Argentina and I'm travelling in 2 weeks to the US, I wanted to buy the Dev Edition HTC One, so I got into the US HTC Online Store and bought it ( $654.94 ). Today I received an email telling me the order was cancelled. Asked why and they told me because my IP address was from outside the US and I needed a US credit card. I fought for a long time with the support and they told me I couldn't buy it.
Now I'm wondering where else I can buy the Dev Edition HTC One 64Gb and don't end up paying almost $900 for it.
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You can only purchase the dev edition through the online shop with a US credit card and address. Without them, HTC would not accept your order.
kenken2800 said:
You can only purchase the dev edition through the online shop with a US credit card and address. Without them, HTC would not accept your order.
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I have the US address, but my credit card is international, I don't really understand why they don't let international credit cards buy phones.
Also, do you know of another way of obtaining the Dev Edition that it's not eBay (since I can't confirm my PayPal account and have the 500 dollars limit). Thanks for your data!
You could probably use some package forwarding company, such as comgateway, myus, and choose the 'buy for me' service.
The total cost including shipments should be under or nearly US$800.
kenken2800 said:
You could probably use some package forwarding company, such as comgateway, myus, and choose the 'buy for me' service.
The total cost including shipments should be under or nearly US$800.
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Why would I need a package forwarding company? I have the address, but I need to find the way to buy it using my international credit card, any ideas? Thanks for response!
I understand your concern. However, HTC online shop accepts ONLY a US credit card. They would cancel your order if you were using an international one.
If you really want to get the dev edition, that's the only way apart from eBay. Even the retail stores, they only sell the 32GB version.
kenken2800 said:
I understand your concern. However, HTC online shop accepts ONLY a US credit card. They would cancel your order if you were using an international one.
If you really want to get the dev edition, that's the only way apart from eBay. Even the retail stores, they only sell the 32GB version.
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I want the Developer Edition just because of the 64Gb of storage. I've contacted Shopamerica.htc.com and I'll wait for them to answer if there's ANY chance of doing it with an international or I guess I'll just have to ask an aunt I have in the US to buy me the phone with her credit card and I'll find a way to transfer her the money. Really appreciate your responses! Thanks a lot man!
You're welcome. I hope this information will be useful to you.
if you have an address in the USA do you happen to have someone you know in there? maybe borrow credit card of somone who lives in USA and you pay them directly
autophone said:
if you have an address in the USA do you happen to have someone you know in there? maybe borrow credit card of somone who lives in USA and you pay them directly
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Since they've subtracted the $654.94 and then refunded it to me, my aunt will try to buy it using my international credit card and check if the credit card was the initial problem or just the IP address.
Also, do someone know an online way to give her the money or to deposit that it's effective?
lauticol said:
Since they've subtracted the $654.94 and then refunded it to me, my aunt will try to buy it using my international credit card and check if the credit card was the initial problem or just the IP address.
Also, do someone know an online way to give her the money or to deposit that it's effective?
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Use her credit card
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Go to you bank and transfer it to hers. Either online or call into your local branch.
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Cicinho said:
Go to you bank and transfer it to hers. Either online or call into your local branch.
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Thought about that but in my country we have another currency. If I buy something in dollars from eBay, I pay it in Pesos Argentinos and (I don't know if it's PayPal or the credit card bank) changes to US dollars.. I wonder if there's a way I can do that but without her having a PayPal account.
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I am looking at a nexus one on ebay, but the seller didn't state if it was the att or tmobile version. I sent him a message asking him which version and told him about tmobile version not being able to use att's 3g. He replied, "The ATT since it is compatible on both."
I guess I need to be more specific. Is there anything on the box that I could ask him that would identify which version it is? (it's brand new, still in box)
I would look for a different seller... if they have the phone brand new and still in the box, they should know whether it is ATT or T-Mo compatible. If they do not, that is a major red flag, to say the least.
I would gladly buy from Google, but I can only use paypal
By the way, which version do you think a guy from Pakistan would have?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=280487278699&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT
INeedYourHelp said:
I would gladly buy from Google, but I can only use paypal
By the way, which version do you think a guy from Pakistan would have?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=280487278699&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT
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Why would a guy from Pakistan be selling new Nexus One for less than Google? Especially when Google doesn't even sell directly to Pakistan?
Also, look at his rating... he has like 11 transactions.
Edit: I actually just reported the seller, since this is such an obvious scam. As well, looking at the pending sales, several have canceled the purchase because the seller never responded and so forth. It is very clear that this 1 month old member with suspicious history, and even more suspicious listing, is a fraud.
And why can you only use paypal? Do you have all your funds tied up in the PayPal account? You can transfer from a PayPal account to your bank account, for free... takes about 3 business days.
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I am looking at a nexus one on ebay, but the seller didn't state if it was the att or tmobile version. I sent him a message asking him which version and told him about tmobile version not being able to use att's 3g. He replied, "The ATT since it is compatible on both."
I guess I need to be more specific. Is there anything on the box that I could ask him that would identify which version it is? (it's brand new, still in box)
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You can check the phone with IMEI or SN here
http://service.htceurope.com/htcdistributor/Default.aspx
Thanks for the help.
I was wondering why all the nexus ones on ebay are much more expensive. Then I found an acution that said something about taxes making the nexus one cost like $580 from google. Does google charge taxes for the nexus one for OHIO?
You'll pay around $35-40 in taxes for Ohio. Just go through the checkout process without actually completing the sale at the end and you'll see all the costs.
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Thanks for the help.
I was wondering why all the nexus ones on ebay are much more expensive. Then I found an acution that said something about taxes making the nexus one cost like $580 from google. Does google charge taxes for the nexus one for OHIO?
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Yeah, in the US you'll pay a sales tax. I think it came out to $562 for me in IL ($33 Tax).
I paid 566.03 after my 7% sales tax.
As the subject stated, HTC USA sells the HTC One phone (UNLOCKED & with US Warranty) DIRECTLY from their website for $599, much cheaper than buying from Expansys or Amazon.
However, HTC USA only ships to the billing address of the credit card. I cannot do this because I am not home during weekdays and the package will get lost for sure. I called HTC USA Shop and they told me I cannot provide different shipping and billing address. So buying from HTC directly is out of question.
So.. anyone know?
lanwarrior said:
As the subject stated, HTC USA sells the HTC One phone (UNLOCKED & with US Warranty) DIRECTLY from their website for $599, much cheaper than buying from Expansys or Amazon.
However, HTC USA only ships to the billing address of the credit card. I cannot do this because I am not home during weekdays and the package will get lost for sure. I called HTC USA Shop and they told me I cannot provide different shipping and billing address. So buying from HTC directly is out of question.
So.. anyone know?
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Actually, I had originally ordered a dev version from their website. I have arranged with my credit card company to have an authorized alternate delivery address (my workplace). I called them up and they manually edited my order to go to my workplace.
I had second thoughts and went with a T-Mobile branded version (so I cancelled my order), but IIRC the order forms at LetsTalk (who actually sells for HTC) showed the new address.
Anyway, it can be done.
lanwarrior said:
As the subject stated, HTC USA sells the HTC One phone (UNLOCKED & with US Warranty) DIRECTLY from their website for $599, much cheaper than buying from Expansys or Amazon.
However, HTC USA only ships to the billing address of the credit card. I cannot do this because I am not home during weekdays and the package will get lost for sure. I called HTC USA Shop and they told me I cannot provide different shipping and billing address. So buying from HTC directly is out of question.
So.. anyone know?
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Go ahead and order from the HTC store, after they ship and provide tracking info go to the Fedex or UPS website and select 'customize delivery' or 'change delivery' and select 'hold for pickup' at a Fedex/UPS office near you. When the package arrives they will hold it at the office and call you, then go pick it up.
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Go ahead and order from the HTC store, after they ship and provide tracking info go to the Fedex or UPS website and select 'customize delivery' or 'change delivery' and select 'hold for pickup' at a Fedex/UPS office near you. When the package arrives they will hold it at the office and call you, then go pick it up.
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Oh wow, I didn't know you can do this for both FedEx and UPS. Thanks for the advise!
Do I have to do something special to get this customized delivery? Example:
- Pay extra?
- Need to open a business account?
Nope, doesn't cost extra. It's free because it saves the driver a trip to your home.
lanwarrior said:
Oh wow, I didn't know you can do this for both FedEx and UPS. Thanks for the advise!
Do I have to do something special to get this customized delivery? Example:
- Pay extra?
- Need to open a business account?
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For UPS, there is a $5 fee to change the delivery address. Putting it on hold is no charge. You have to sign up for their premium service (don't recall what it is called), but it is free.
stevedebi said:
For UPS, there is a $5 fee to change the delivery address. Putting it on hold is no charge. You have to sign up for their premium service (don't recall what it is called), but it is free.
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I created an UPS account and able to login. Interestingly, under "My Profile", UPS told me I "don't have an account". So how come I can login, Mr. UPS??
This is turning to a headache...
lanwarrior said:
I created an UPS account and able to login. Interestingly, under "My Profile", UPS told me I "don't have an account". So how come I can login, Mr. UPS??
This is turning to a headache...
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how about asking a friend to buy the phone for you and pay them back?
lanwarrior said:
I created an UPS account and able to login. Interestingly, under "My Profile", UPS told me I "don't have an account". So how come I can login, Mr. UPS??
This is turning to a headache...
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Because you have a profile but not a UPS shipping account number. Don't sweat it, just call them after you get tracking info, they will setup the hold.
lanwarrior said:
I created an UPS account and able to login. Interestingly, under "My Profile", UPS told me I "don't have an account". So how come I can login, Mr. UPS??
This is turning to a headache...
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It took a day for my account to start working.
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stevedebi said:
It took a day for my account to start working.
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Just a quick update - after so many days, I still don't have a "UPS Account number". At least that what is shown under "My Profile". The online account IS created though, since I can login.
Interestingly, according to this page (http://www.ups.com/content/us/en/resources/sri/member_premium_member.html), the UPS MyChoice ALLOWS "Re-delivery to different address" for a fee.
So just clarification: for "Redelivery to different address", it looks like I have to call and no need to create an online account?
lanwarrior said:
Just a quick update - after so many days, I still don't have a "UPS Account number". At least that what is shown under "My Profile". The online account IS created though, since I can login.
Interestingly, according to this page (http://www.ups.com/content/us/en/resources/sri/member_premium_member.html), the UPS MyChoice ALLOWS "Re-delivery to different address" for a fee.
So just clarification: for "Redelivery to different address", it looks like I have to call and no need to create an online account?
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I have that option via online. UPS sends me an email when something is due in. I think if you can log in, you should be good to go.
Which store can I buy one?
lanwarrior said:
As the subject stated, HTC USA sells the HTC One phone (UNLOCKED & with US Warranty) DIRECTLY from their website for $599, much cheaper than buying from Expansys or Amazon.
However, HTC USA only ships to the billing address of the credit card. I cannot do this because I am not home during weekdays and the package will get lost for sure. I called HTC USA Shop and they told me I cannot provide different shipping and billing address. So buying from HTC directly is out of question.
So.. anyone know?
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Hey all,
I'll be in LA for a couple of days (I'm Brazilian) and I want to buy one HTC One. As I don't have american credit card I'll need to buy it in some store. I wanna buy one without carrier. Can anyone tell me where I should go (good price)?
Thanks!
lanwarrior said:
As the subject stated, HTC USA sells the HTC One phone (UNLOCKED & with US Warranty) DIRECTLY from their website for $599, much cheaper than buying from Expansys or Amazon.
However, HTC USA only ships to the billing address of the credit card. I cannot do this because I am not home during weekdays and the package will get lost for sure. I called HTC USA Shop and they told me I cannot provide different shipping and billing address. So buying from HTC directly is out of question.
So.. anyone know?
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Did you read my former post? Doesn't that work for you?
I ended up getting mine from TMO (and I'm glad I did because of the AWG modem), but when I had my dev edition on order in May, I was able to call HTC and request that they ship my phone to my work address.
You have to first arrange with your credit card company to make the alternate address a valid shipping destination. After that you can use that address rather than your home address.
You do have to call HTC (how primitive!) to set up the delivery address.
stevedebi said:
Did you read my former post? Doesn't that work for you?
I ended up getting mine from TMO (and I'm glad I did because of the AWG modem), but when I had my dev edition on order in May, I was able to call HTC and request that they ship my phone to my work address.
You have to first arrange with your credit card company to make the alternate address a valid shipping destination. After that you can use that address rather than your home address.
You do have to call HTC (how primitive!) to set up the delivery address.
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I did, but my post was from June 2013 and I ended up buying the S4 Active.
Hello, I was thinking about buying a Moto X from the motomaker website on Monday when it is $150 off. Now i need to know if I will be able to use a Canadian credit card to order it. I will be shipping it to the border to pick it up so shipping isn't an issue. Also i would like to know if the T-Mobile version comes unlocked so i will be able to use it on Bell when i get it.
The US Motorola website doesn't accept Canadian credit cards... I tried ordering one two weeks ago but couldn't proceed through checkout with my Canadian credit card. Livechat with a Motorola rep informed me that they only accept US credit cards, even if you're shipping the phone to the USA. So frustrating.
BlackAurora said:
The US Motorola website doesn't accept Canadian credit cards... I tried ordering one two weeks ago but couldn't proceed through checkout with my Canadian credit card. Livechat with a Motorola rep informed me that they only accept US credit cards, even if you're shipping the phone to the USA. So frustrating.
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I remember there being a way that people tricked google music into thinking they were using an american credit card, maybe the same thing will work?
Hi guys.. i tried ordering the moto x after getting my promo code today and it won't accept my international credit card. I'm living in UAE.. I have a friend whose ready to bring the phone but its not acceting my card. Nor does paypal option seem available. Is there anyway i can work around this?
varun.gid said:
Hi guys.. i tried ordering the moto x after getting my promo code today and it won't accept my international credit card. I'm living in UAE.. I have a friend whose ready to bring the phone but its not acceting my card. Nor does paypal option seem available. Is there anyway i can work around this?
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You can try calling their sales reps. I don't know if you're eligible, but you could potentially apply for a credit account through motorola. Not sure if they allow non US residents to do that though.
Coop9 said:
You can try calling their sales reps. I don't know if you're eligible, but you could potentially apply for a credit account through motorola. Not sure if they allow non US residents to do that though.
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You have to have a US ID to apply for it.
I have the same problem :/
goaten said:
You have to have a US ID to apply for it.
I have the same problem :/
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Are they not accepting the card because it's not Visa/MC/Disc/Amex, or is it one of those but issued through an international branch? If it's something else, can you purchase a Visa prepaid card and use that?
Coop9 said:
Are they not accepting the card because it's not Visa/MC/Disc/Amex, or is it one of those but issued through an international branch? If it's something else, can you purchase a Visa prepaid card and use that?
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The MotorolaSupport twitter account said on Monday that they don't accept any non-US credit card orders.
Hi, I want to get the Nexus 6 unlocked model before 12/25 and I can't buy it from the Play Store because they don't accept international credit cards and I don't live in the US, I've tried Motorola but they never have phones in stock, I've tried to get information on when will they get stock by chatting with several Motorola representatives but none of them have gave me information about that, and I don't want to spend $700+ on a page like Amazon or eBay, what can I do to buy and get the phone before 12/25?
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Hi, I want to get the Nexus 6 unlocked model before 12/25 and I can't buy it from the Play Store because they don't accept international credit cards and I don't live in the US, I've tried Motorola but they never have phones in stock, I've tried to get information on when will they get stock by chatting with several Motorola representatives but none of them have gave me information about that, and I don't want to spend $700+ on a page like Amazon or eBay, what can I do to buy and get the phone before 12/25?
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welcome! I suggest you add to Santa's list.
Lots of folks with the $700+ in hand can't even lay hands on a device. Not even from those sites you are running away from.
Out of a unicorn's rear end. Seriously, they're that understocked. If you aren't in the US, your only options are Play store, carriers and Ebay (and it's like). Since the play store is out, and Moto isn't selling them directly outside the US, your only options are to get one before Christmas is to hope you luck out and can get one from a carrier, or suck it up and go on Ebay.
RCx240 said:
Out of a unicorn's rear end. Seriously, they're that understocked. If you aren't in the US, your only options are Play store, carriers and Ebay (and it's like). Since the play store is out, and Moto isn't selling them directly outside the US, your only options are to get one before Christmas is to hope you luck out and can get one from a carrier, or suck it up and go on Ebay.
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Actually I can ship the phone in the US, the problem is that Play Store or Motorola accept a international credit card! Think there is a way to buy it from the Play Store with that credit card or that Motorola gets stock and ships it before Christmas?
If you are actually in the US, try seeing if you can snatch one up from carriers? Or consider maybe getting a US credit card? If they don't take international credit cards then there's really nothing you can do on that front. Unfortunately Google has a lot of restrictions by region and there isn't really any effective way to circumvent it.
You could try swappa, but the price are higher. I sold one on swappa last thursday late night, i shipped it friday via priority and it arrived yesterday, thats more faster than GPS or motorola
RCx240 said:
If you are actually in the US, try seeing if you can snatch one up from carriers? Or consider maybe getting a US credit card? If they don't take international credit cards then there's really nothing you can do on that front. Unfortunately Google has a lot of restrictions by region and there isn't really any effective way to circumvent it.
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I'll maybe try to get in from T-Mobile, I don't live in the US but i'll try to see what I can do, thanks!
2fastkuztoms said:
You could try swappa, but the price are higher. I sold one on swappa last thursday late night, i shipped it friday via priority and it arrived yesterday, thats more faster than GPS or motorola
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Yeah, I've already looked over there but that's where the $700+ becomes a problem, maybe I would try over there later, thanks! :good: