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Where to buy?!?!

Okay...I've been drooling over this phone for the past few weeks. I'm almost ready to pull the trigger...but I'm looking for the least expensive but most reputable online dealer to make my purchase. I'm in the USA so it would have to be imported.
Suggestions? Experiences? Warranty issues? I'm all ears. Let me know what your experience has been with the different online retailers.
Cheers!
Trey

eBay you can find them as low as 590 used but new ones run about 650

stefan.buddle said:
eBay you can find them as low as 590 used but new ones run about 650
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Good Point! eBay is probably the one place I haven't looked! Thanks man!

Amazon has a few sellers offering them for around 650. they're also fulfillment so you get free 2 day shipping.

I'm also getting ready to pull the trigger.
If you're just looking for a cheap price, eBay has Australian Notes on sale, which I think is the cheapest of them all due to currency fluctuations.
Anybody know of a seller that does international shipping that has a REALLY lenient return policy? I tend to have horrible luck with displays and don't want to get stuck with one with defects (I once had to return five LCD monitors in a row because each one had more than two dead/stuck pixels! Also, my current Cellphone, a Streak, has an always-on stuck red pixel).
Given the fact that AMOLED screens slowly develop defects, I would really like to find a seller that offers 14+ day return policy with little or no expense on my part, in case I end up making multiple returns.

I found this in another thread but Integrontech has them for $650 also. Here's the link: http://www.integrontech.com/Samsung-Galaxy-Note-N7000-16GB-Unlocked-Black-p/sam-n7000.htm
I've never used them...so I'm not sure how reputable they are.
I did buy my i9100 from expansys USA and it was perfect! Fast shipping. Never had any trouble with the hardware...so I never dealt with the warranty part. But my experience with them was very good.

Might pay to be a little more patient, I'm thinkin' there will be at least another 50 drop post Christmas.
Just a thought and I could be wrong so...
Be nice to use that extra savings towards accessories though IMHO
When I first started lookin' I couldn't find one below 730.00 so if I can get one for six I can that custom leather case I want and break even there.

treylemkn said:
I found this in another thread but Integrontech has them for $650 also. Here's the link: http://www.integrontech.com/Samsung-Galaxy-Note-N7000-16GB-Unlocked-Black-p/sam-n7000.htm
I've never used them...so I'm not sure how reputable they are.
I did buy my i9100 from expansys USA and it was perfect! Fast shipping. Never had any trouble with the hardware...so I never dealt with the warranty part. But my experience with them was very good.
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I ordered from them. Fast and no problems
From my kick-ass note

seriously dude i'm in the same boat but it's just the smart bet to wait until it is around 550-600
the price is dropping everyday pretty freaking fast.
take a look if you don't beleive me >>
http://camelcamelcamel.com/Samsung-Galaxy-Unlocked-Android-Smartphone/product/B0061YRDX6

Paid $699 yesterday from Newegg.
I sure hope my ATT plan doesn't have issues like everyone else is reporting (forcing a tablet plan, forcing tiered data, etc).
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Amazon is selling them for $639 shipped.

inurb said:
Amazon is selling them for $639 shipped.
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Hello! Link please

I've got friends who would buy this for me in either India or Australia.
Where would I have either one of them shop in their respective countries to get me one? Is it worth it, plus shipping, or should I just drop $650 on Ebay? I mean, from what I saw the exchange rate, 35,000 Indian Rupees (MSRP) is $660.

Samsung Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Unlocked Cellphone--US Warranty (Blue)
(made in korea by samsung )
(this phone got no problem with screen!)
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-GT-N7...QL30/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1324089027&sr=8-4

what the hell is blue version ?
I see amazon is listed as an official vendor which makes me curious.
+ there is no warranty on international phones imported to U.S. because the official U.S. versions are the ones sold by the damn carriers via at&t , verizon etc.

There once was a note...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x430XNZhnWs

inurb said:
Amazon is selling them for $639 shipped.
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Yeah, I saw that, but the arrival date was in 2012.
Newegg had free 2-day shipping (shoprunner free year trial) and I had a $20 coupon from google.
So, $679 and I'll have it Monday. Plus there is a free charger thingy thrown in, so that's a plus.
I just really hope my unlimited data isn't f-d around with after putting my sim in...
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avetny said:
Samsung Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Unlocked Cellphone--US Warranty (Blue)
(made in korea by samsung )
(this phone got no problem with screen!)
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-GT-N7...QL30/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1324089027&sr=8-4
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Doesn't the GT prefix indicate the IMEI will be considered a tablet? Some listings omit the GT prefix...I think these are the Polish/Netherland version that doesn't flag ATT as a tablet...

Hmmm...it appears the white one is going for $800 still, while the black(ish) one is $650ish. I'm debating on importing 5 or 6 of these to see if I can pay for mine.
Thoughts?

treylemkn said:
Hello! Link please
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Here you go:
www.amazon.com/Samsung-Galaxy-Unloc..._1_1?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1324094209&sr=1-1
I got mine from the same seller on Amazon and the phone is great.

I got mine from ATGSM and was happy with the delivery expediency
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Samsung Smart dock for $68.99

CDW has the Smart Dock for 68.99 + Tax, free shipping on ground, We have an internal sales guy there for our company and he said, they will get inventory end of this week.
I put in my order already

cyberma007 said:
CDW has the Smart Dock for 68.99 + Tax, free shipping on ground, We have an internal sales guy there for our company and he said, they will get inventory end of this week.
I put in my order already
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Man that's expensive. I don't think I could spend that much on a dock
Doin' big thangs from my Note Deuce

techgov8 said:
Man that's expensive. I don't think I could spend that much on a dock
Doin' big thangs from my Note Deuce
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Really? I thought that's cheap considering the retail price for a Smart Dock is $99.99

That is a good price! Samsung and some Verizon stores are selling it for $100.
I am placing my order tomorrow. Good find.:thumbup:
Sent from my big A $$ Galaxy Note 2.

Do you have a link or an item number for it? I can't find it on CDW website. Thanks

Or if you register your phone with Samsung, you will get 50% off coupon, and can buy up to 10 accessories from their website for 1/2 the price Which means you can have this dock directly from Sammy for $50!

vectron said:
Or if you register your phone with Samsung, you will get 50% off coupon, and can buy up to 10 accessories from their website for 1/2 the price Which means you can have this dock directly from Sammy for $50!
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Where do I register the phone at to get the half off? I'd buy it for 50
Doin' big thangs from my Note Deuce

techgov8 said:
Where do I register the phone at to get the half off? I'd buy it for 50
Doin' big thangs from my Note Deuce
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I registered my when they were giving away flip cover and tectiles, along with 50% coupon. It was all from the same link on their FB page. Check it out, their FB page and ask them where to register. Or take a look at free flip cover giveaway thread in this forum where you can find a link in the first post. Giveaway is over but I believe they still send out 50% off coupon after you register. Try it!

Do they have it in titanium or black? The only pics I ever see are white.
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They're all white. And it's still out of stock at the samsung store.

vectron said:
Or if you register your phone with Samsung, you will get 50% off coupon, and can buy up to 10 accessories from their website for 1/2 the price Which means you can have this dock directly from Sammy for $50!
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That MIGHT work if it was ever in stock.
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69 plus shipping at 13 dollars and tax at 7 no thanks
That's only about 10 les than Samsung. I'd rather spend 10 more and get it directly from them.
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I wouldn't count on it, I just checked 50% off of any accessory 50 dollars and under. Some items under 50 tell you that you can't use coupon, so you may have to call or chat to apply.
jlczl said:
That MIGHT work if it was ever in stock.
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I get a corporate discount which only mildly brings it down to $64 but I called them about availability and they said the preexisting back orders won't be filled until mid February at the earliest.

definitely getting one of these bad boys when it becomes available.

Gman65 said:
I wouldn't count on it, I just checked 50% off of any accessory 50 dollars and under. Some items under 50 tell you that you can't use coupon, so you may have to call or chat to apply.
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They must have changed it then because the 50% code I used brought the smart dock price down to $50

eraursls1984 said:
They must have changed it then because the 50% code I used brought the smart dock price down to $50
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Same here. I just able to use another 50% coupon three days ago and it worked. I have used about 6 50% codes after registering my current, as well as old devices. For me, it has worked for the flip covers, cases, replacement battery doors, and most recently the Smart dock.
FYI - the Samsung website updates certain Out of Stock updates periodically throughout the day. You just have to catch it at the right time, or watch closely.

I also recieved the "50% off any accessory under $50" code, but I was able to apply it to the Smart Dock today, give it a shot!

Normally I would like to get smarkdoc but since a simple one cost less then $10 and an hdmi adapter & cable cost another $10. think I would go that route.

Thanks for the advice about checking frequently for the dock, I had put in a backorder notification on the site but apparently it didn't bother letting me know about it's infrequent appearances. Got one just now....with the code. Definitely the way to do it.

Best buy online has refurbished gear for 129.99

Title says it all. Geek squad refurbished for 129.99 free shipping
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Best deal I have seen in the US for the Gear. I got mine for $99 in Canada, but I also have to pay GSTs and shipping to the US.

@nviz22, keep in mind the one you got is brand new, while this one is refurbished. Though since its BB Geek Squad, these refurb'd units are most likely just customer returns.

nviz22 said:
Best deal I have seen in the US for the Gear. I got mine for $99 in Canada, but I also have to pay GSTs and shipping to the US.
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Bought mine early this month from Best Buy for $100. refurb & $150 new.

Edit: back to normal price of $199
http://m.bestbuy.com/m/e/product/detail.jsp?skuId=3800123&pid=1219093907375
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All should know too that many times "refurbished" only means it was returned to the store without anything wrong with it. They cannot then sell it as "new", so they have to call the item refurbished. In the case of the Gear, where we heard it had a high return rate late last year, I would take advantage of an offer like this if you see it come up again.

bballengphd said:
@nviz22, keep in mind the one you got is brand new, while this one is refurbished. Though since its BB Geek Squad, these refurb'd units are most likely just customer returns.
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Yeah, that's fine, but I am just saying that's been the best deal for the Gear in the US so far from what I have seen. It's a good value purchase at $130 anyways. For $300, the original price, not worth it. I chose the Gear 1 for the functionality and price. The Gear 2 only has a heart rate sensor and IR Blaster, which cannot vouch for a $200 price difference.

Pricing update FYI
Just thought I would post for those that are interested.
Amazon has the original Gear for 120.33 they are listed as used but they are being shown as Amazon Warehouse inventory which very often are customer returns. Free two day shipping if you are a prime member as well. Also eligible for standard return and refund policies from Amazon. Also this is for Jet Black.

Geek Squad Certified Refurbished for $99.99
http://www.ebay.com/itm/321401025973
No brainer? Will this work with my rooted Note 2?

With the custom rom, does it work with all phones now or still stuck with Sammy?

99$ usd on ebay from bestbuy

Droid life posted $89 a few days ago
http://www.droid-life.com/2014/06/1...eed&utm_campaign=Feed:+DroidLife+(Droid+Life)
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I'm debating to get this or not, would it work withmy Nexus 5 like the Gear 2 does?

about 5 shops in finland sell them brand new for 99 euros

forshaw said:
about 5 shops in finland sell them brand new for 99 euros
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That's not too bad. 99 Euro is 136.1573 U.S.

forshaw said:
about 5 shops in finland sell them brand new for 99 euros
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Can you please let me know if there are any that might send to Europe?

gidi said:
Can you please let me know if there are any that might send to Europe?
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which country

Just picked one up today from Best Buy's eBay site. $89 - $20 eBay loyalty coupon that splashed on the screen.
Could not pass up for $69.
Probably will sell it the instant the Moto watch comes out, but for now, it's a cheap toy!

Chadwick108 said:
Droid life posted $89 a few days ago
http://www.droid-life.com/2014/06/1...eed&utm_campaign=Feed:+DroidLife+(Droid+Life)
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Saw that and ordered last night. Should be here by Saturday.
Ian. B

$89
just bought mine for $89 today on bestbuy.com. i figured its features are worth 89 for sure. free shipping I might add.:good:

If you're looking for the Samsung QI Fast Charger

So I've been looking for the Samsung Fast QI Charger and it seems Samsung is either sold out or haven't released it yet. I did find it on sale here but haven't actually ordered it yet. Not sure of the site and wanted to just share. It's actually on sale as well and they claim it's in stock....
http://www.shopandroid.com/samsung-fast-charge-qi-wireless-charging-pad/5A233A21837.htm

ptfdmedic said:
So I've been looking for the Samsung Fast QI Charger and it seems Samsung is either sold out or haven't released it yet. I did find it on sale here but haven't actually ordered it yet. Not sure of the site and wanted to just share. It's actually on sale as well and they claim it's in stock....
http://www.shopandroid.com/samsung-fast-charge-qi-wireless-charging-pad/5A233A21837.htm
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I can vouch for the site. It's part of mobile nations which also hosts android central.
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Its also on amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B012AWBP9U...lid=3RUJQGWSEZSQI&coliid=I3FW4C1PUT586Q&psc=1

ptfdmedic said:
So I've been looking for the Samsung Fast QI Charger and it seems Samsung is either sold out or haven't released it yet. I did find it on sale here but haven't actually ordered it yet. Not sure of the site and wanted to just share. It's actually on sale as well and they claim it's in stock....
http://www.shopandroid.com/samsung-fast-charge-qi-wireless-charging-pad/5A233A21837.htm
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I bought one from Samsung's website about 2 weeks ago. The white one was still on backorder but i wanted black anyway. Also had my gf pick one up in Korea for me before that cuz the price is a lot lower over there.

Free wireless charger with first card registered on Samsung pay

Hope I get my phone before the offer expires...
http://slickdeals.net/f/8540183-ad...free-wireless-charger-wells-fargo-just-added

Available in the UK ?

That link is all I have to go on. Interesting that it seems it will expire on the 10th, when most of us (non T-mo) will not get the new phones until the 11th. Meh. It's not a fast charger anyway, but would have been nice to keep on my desk at work.

For some reason on my S7 Edge Samsung Pay 34MB update won't update.

Just got mine! good deal!!!

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Hope I get my phone before the offer expires...
http://slickdeals.net/f/8540183-ad...free-wireless-charger-wells-fargo-just-added
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Just ordered and got my confirmation. Thanks for the link and the heads up. :good:

Is shipping included or extra ?, may want to consider combining this offer with the registration coupon they give

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Hope I get my phone before the offer expires...
http://slickdeals.net/f/8540183-ad...free-wireless-charger-wells-fargo-just-added
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Good looking out. I didn't even know about that part of the Samsung Pay app. Mine was just ordered and I paid $0.00!

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Is shipping included or extra ?, may want to consider combining this offer with the registration coupon they give
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Shipping is included

Thanks for the heads up, I just did mine as well. I am not sure if I will actually use Samsung Pay but I will take the free charger.

felixthecat said:
Available in the UK ?
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I don't think Samsung Pay is even available in the UK... Yet.

Too bad i will beer getting my phone on march 11 by then this offer will be no longer valid
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I did it a few days ago when it went live I think mine shipped today too!
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Just completed my order. Looks like it will be here early next week! I was going to buy one anyway. Thanks for the heads up!

This is super tempting, but just recently they were giving away $200 in samsung credit. I'm struggling with taking this or holding out for a possible resurrection of the $200 offer. I do really want a wireless charger but the money is clearly the better deal. Damn lol

msage said:
This is super tempting, but just recently they were giving away $200 in samsung credit. I'm struggling with taking this or holding out for a possible resurrection of the $200 offer. I do really want a wireless charger but the money is clearly the better deal. Damn lol
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I wonder if this is the new slanted charger they are sending us

ScottBroker said:
I wonder if this is the new slanted charger they are sending us
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Looks to be just the regular, flat one

Thanks for the link. I just went through the steps and ordered my FREE charger. I paid $0.00.
This charger will come in handy for my S7 Edge.

msage said:
Looks to be just the regular, flat one
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It's the standard non fast charge model. Mine shipped today finally so it should be here soon.
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Offer is out of stock...bummed.