T-Mobile is offering two Note 8s for the price of one. There's a 24-month payment plan (and service obligation) for the full price of both phones, but you get a rebate of one phone's full price via prepaid MasterCard ("allow 8 weeks").
The terms state that "If you cancel service, remaining device balances are due". But if you've already got your rebate, then you're still getting both phones for the price of one, even after early cancellation, correct?
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T-Mobile is offering two Note 8s for the price of one. There's a 24-month payment plan (and service obligation) for the full price of both phones, but you get a rebate of one phone's full price via prepaid MasterCard ("allow 8 weeks").
The terms state that "If you cancel service, remaining device balances are due". But if you've already got your rebate, then you're still getting both phones for the price of one, even after early cancellation, correct?
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Yes but seems like a lot of work and start up money.
1. You have to pay tax on both
2. There may be a down payment of 225 for both devices
3. 2-3 months of service eat into the potential profits
4. 2-3 months of depreciation eat into the potential profits
5. Better pray the rumors of the new s9 being announce in January doesn't effect note 8 resell price
Gary02468 said:
T-Mobile is offering two Note 8s for the price of one. There's a 24-month payment plan (and service obligation) for the full price of both phones, but you get a rebate of one phone's full price via prepaid MasterCard ("allow 8 weeks").
The terms state that "If you cancel service, remaining device balances are due". But if you've already got your rebate, then you're still getting both phones for the price of one, even after early cancellation, correct?
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I think I get what you're saying,but,the language does imply clearly enough that both phones are financed on EIP:
https://www.t-mobile.com/offers/deals-hub?icid=WMM_TMNG_Q416DLSRDS_O8RLYN4ZJ4I6275
Pre-order one Samsung Galaxy Note8 and get a second select phone free.
After rebate with finance agreements and new line of service. If you cancel service, remaining device balances are due.
Upgrade to the all-new Galaxy Note8 and do more on America’s fastest 4G LTE network.
Fastest claim based on download speeds. Limited time offer; subject to change.
Financing agreements for both devices, qualifying credit, and a new line of qualifying service required. If you cancel service, remaining device balances are due.
Galaxy Note8: $210 down and $30/mo x 24, full pre-rebate price $930. Galaxy S8: $30 down and $30/mo x 24, full pre-rebate price $750; Galaxy S8 +: $80 down and $30/mo x 24, full pre-rebate price $800. 0% APR. Full tax on pre-rebate price for both devices due at sale.
Rebate on device of equal or lesser value via Prepaid MasterCard® Card. This Card is issued by Sunrise Banks N.A., Member FDIC, pursuant to a license from Mastercard International Incorporated. Mastercard is a registered trademark of Mastercard International Incorporated. Use of this card constitutes acceptance of the terms and conditions stated in the Cardholder Agreement. Cards will not have cash access and can be used everywhere Mastercard debit cards are accepted. Must be active and in good standing when card is processed. Allow 8 weeks.
The free part is when you apply the Pre-Paid MasterCard to the balance of either phone. Once that is done,you are likely free to cancel service on the device's line that you pay off,but,I'd double-check that the other device balance doesn't become due as well (I doubt it,but,I'd check nevertheless,the language there is a bit murky).
If you cancel the new line before receiving your rebate (which takes around 2 months to receive) you will not receive your rebate. So, don't cancel until you get your mastercard in the mail. Once you receive it, you are free to pay off the new line installment and cancel. Cancelling the free line does not make the 2nd device installment due in full.
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Also, regarding the 2nd line eating into profits, you can more than cover that cost for the line for 2 months by selling off the 2 x gear 360's you'll receive for preordering.
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Hey, i am planning on buying a tilt from newegg for 149.99 with 2 year activation. I am wondering if anyone here has done that yet, and if i need to make a whole new att account or if i can just add another 2 years to my old one that has already expired. Thanks much!
you need a whole new individual account with a new number.
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you need a whole new individual account with a new number.
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This is not true, you do not need a whole new individual account or need to sign up with a new number. If your contract is expired (as mine was) you can purchase this as an upgrade. At the end of the purchase process there is a field for number portability. You leave the box for "carrier" default, put your current number in the "number portability field", and enter your account number with the word "upgrade" at the end. This information was told to me by newegg's AT&T rep. I just purchased my phone from newegg tonight and successfully upgraded my account to a new 2 year plan all while keeping my current number and getting the $150 price.
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i bought the 8525 about 6 months ago from them. under there deal for 6 months. my contract with them is about up and i was going to cancel cingular (i know about the fee) and put a new account to buy the new phone.
i was originally going to pay the full price at the att store until one of the people there told me they couldnt sell it to me unless i got a pda plan. (there loss)
now, are there any special requirements from buying from newegg? are they going to require me to buy this data plan as well? currently im on the media net plan, and thats because of the cheaper price, and the fact that i dont use that much internet. is new egg or att going to "force" me to get that pda plan? and as far as newegg goes, when i bought the 8525, i was able to get the cheapest rate plan, nation 450. will i still be able to do this when getting the tilt?
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i bought the 8525 about 6 months ago from them. under there deal for 6 months. my contract with them is about up and i was going to cancel cingular (i know about the fee) and put a new account to buy the new phone.
i was originally going to pay the full price at the att store until one of the people there told me they couldnt sell it to me unless i got a pda plan. (there loss)
now, are there any special requirements from buying from newegg? are they going to require me to buy this data plan as well? currently im on the media net plan, and thats because of the cheaper price, and the fact that i dont use that much internet. is new egg or att going to "force" me to get that pda plan? and as far as newegg goes, when i bought the 8525, i was able to get the cheapest rate plan, nation 450. will i still be able to do this when getting the tilt?
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There are no "special" requirements for buying from newegg. The only requirements are that you sign up for a 2 year plan (either as a new customer or as an upgrade) and get any of the voice plans. All the voice plans that are available on AT&T's website are also available through newegg. They also have numerous additional data/text/media packages that slightly differ from what AT&T has on their website, but its generally the same. The only problem I had is that they do not have the Unlimited PDA data connect plan when signing up through newegg. I called AT&T and they said when I activate the phone I can upgrade my plan to the PDA connect without losing the newegg discount. (As part of the contract thru newegg, if you change any part of your plan, voice or add ons, to a lower cost plan within 181 days you lose the discount and have to pay back newegg $250. After 181 you are free to change your plan.)
Also, whoever at AT&T told you that you *must* get a data plan with the 8925 is full of sh*t. You are not required to buy a data plan with any phone besides the iphone. I would have asked to speak to their superior or called AT&T corporate on the spot to clarify.
You must have a plan when the rebate goes through. Dunno if ATT still has one but that was my experience buying it the Friday it came out.
That is a really good deal. Does anyone think AT&T would match that price if I go into the store? I guess if they cant I could always return it and go with New Egg.
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* If you purchase a new wireless communication service plan from AT&T (which is not a substitute for an existing service plan you have with AT&T) through Newegg.com, and purchase a new wireless communication device, such as a cell phone, from Newegg.com, as part of the same order, the price for the device will include a discount of $250.00 (the "Equipment Discount"). YOU MUST REIMBURSE NEWEGG.COM THE AMOUNT OF THE EQUIPMENT DISCOUNT, IF YOU DO NOT MAINTAIN THE WIRELESS COMMUNICATION SERVICE PLAN PURCHASED AS PART OF THE ORDER IN GOOD STANDING FOR A MINIMUM OF 181 DAYS AFTER ACTIVATION. The wireless communication service plan will be considered "not to be in good standing" if:
You fail to pay the balance due by the payment due date in any month.
You cancel the service.
You change the service plan to a different service plan with a lower monthly service rate.
You transfer the equipment to another service plan.
You transfer any phone number associated with the service plan to another service plan.
You use the service plan purchased as part of the same order to replace an existing service plan you have with the same company.
You authorize Newegg.com to initiate a charge to the credit card or other payment method you used to purchase the Equipment in the amount of $250.00, the Equipment Discount, if it is due.
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You must have a plan when the rebate goes through. Dunno if ATT still has one but that was my experience buying it the Friday it came out.
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Do you mean just a voice plan? When I ordered mine on friday I do not think you were required to have a data plan added on, only a voice is required IIRC. I got a data plan anyways so it didn't make much of a difference to me.
I think the part that is screwing most people up in the terms that slcui56 posted is this part:
"* If you purchase a new wireless communication service plan from AT&T (which is not a substitute for an existing service plan you have with AT&T) through Newegg.com, and purchase a new wireless communication device, such as a cell phone, from Newegg.com, as part of the same order, the price for the device will include a discount of $250.00 (the "Equipment Discount")."
You can not substitute for an existing plan if you are still under contract. I had a plan with AT&T but my contract was up, so this replaced my existing plan. I think newegg/AT&T could have worded this better.
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* If you purchase a new wireless communication service plan from AT&T (which is not a substitute for an existing service plan you have with AT&T) through Newegg.com, and purchase a new wireless communication device, such as a cell phone, from Newegg.com, as part of the same order, the price for the device will include a discount of $250.00 (the "Equipment Discount"). YOU MUST REIMBURSE NEWEGG.COM THE AMOUNT OF THE EQUIPMENT DISCOUNT, IF YOU DO NOT MAINTAIN THE WIRELESS COMMUNICATION SERVICE PLAN PURCHASED AS PART OF THE ORDER IN GOOD STANDING FOR A MINIMUM OF 181 DAYS AFTER ACTIVATION. The wireless communication service plan will be considered "not to be in good standing" if:
You fail to pay the balance due by the payment due date in any month.
You cancel the service.
You change the service plan to a different service plan with a lower monthly service rate.
You transfer the equipment to another service plan.
You transfer any phone number associated with the service plan to another service plan.
You use the service plan purchased as part of the same order to replace an existing service plan you have with the same company.
You authorize Newegg.com to initiate a charge to the credit card or other payment method you used to purchase the Equipment in the amount of $250.00, the Equipment Discount, if it is due.
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So if I'm interpreting this correctly it looks like this offer is not eligible for a upgrade and only for new customers.
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So if I'm interpreting this correctly it looks like this offer is not eligible for a upgrade and only for new customers.
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Did you bother to read this whole thread? Yes you can use this deal as an upgrade if you are not already under a contract. I just did this on friday.
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Did you bother to read this whole thread? Yes you can use this deal as an upgrade if you are not already under a contract. I just did this on friday.
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Yes, I did read the whole thread and you dont need to be rude about it. I do realize that you spoke to their AT&T rep but it seems to contradict their own terms and conditions that you need to agree to when you purchase the phone on their website. To me it seems that they could potentially charge you $250 when you do it as an upgrade. Did you ask the rep about this when you spoke to them?
I notice one can select Media Max off the newegg deal, is Media Max ($19.99) enough for the Tilt? IOW, could I use the IE on the tilt with MediaMax or is MediaMax intended for WAP access.
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There are no "special" requirements for buying from newegg. The only requirements are that you sign up for a 2 year plan (either as a new customer or as an upgrade) and get any of the voice plans. All the voice plans that are available on AT&T's website are also available through newegg. They also have numerous additional data/text/media packages that slightly differ from what AT&T has on their website, but its generally the same. The only problem I had is that they do not have the Unlimited PDA data connect plan when signing up through newegg. I called AT&T and they said when I activate the phone I can upgrade my plan to the PDA connect without losing the newegg discount. (As part of the contract thru newegg, if you change any part of your plan, voice or add ons, to a lower cost plan within 181 days you lose the discount and have to pay back newegg $250. After 181 you are free to change your plan.)
Also, whoever at AT&T told you that you *must* get a data plan with the 8925 is full of sh*t. You are not required to buy a data plan with any phone besides the iphone. I would have asked to speak to their superior or called AT&T corporate on the spot to clarify.
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At New york in Manhattan (Times square and 42nd Street)
they said it's required... I argued with the employee (after asking nicely.. then he replied being stupid...saying that the cellphone wouldnt work without the pda plan)
then I spoke to one of the superiors to be told the same.
I headed to best buy in 43rd street and 5th avenue, at the best buy mobile section they have it without requiring a pda plan or any internet plan at $250 cash/credit whatever
without ever sending rebates forms or anything like that.
I could have gotten through new egg or cheaper but i dont have the patience to wait for it to arrive.
I wanted it at that moment so thats why i got it at best buy mobile thing.
wut if i purchase a tilt off new egg with the 59.99 plan then i down the plan once i get the device... wouldi have to pay regular price cause i didnt stick wit the plan?
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forget it that answers itself on the newegg site
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Yes, I did read the whole thread and you dont need to be rude about it. I do realize that you spoke to their AT&T rep but it seems to contradict their own terms and conditions that you need to agree to when you purchase the phone on their website. To me it seems that they could potentially charge you $250 when you do it as an upgrade. Did you ask the rep about this when you spoke to them?
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Yes, I did ask the AT&T rep and I expressed this in my first post:
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This is not true, you do not need a whole new individual account or need to sign up with a new number. If your contract is expired (as mine was) you can purchase this as an upgrade. At the end of the purchase process there is a field for number portability. You leave the box for "carrier" default, put your current number in the "number portability field", and enter your account number with the word "upgrade" at the end. This information was told to me by newegg's AT&T rep. I just purchased my phone from newegg tonight and successfully upgraded my account to a new 2 year plan all while keeping my current number and getting the $150 price.
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I should be more clear. I specifically asked the AT&T rep if this could be used as an upgrade and if I would still get the discount. They said yes, and gave me the directions for using this as an upgrades as I explained above. I'm not sure why people are doubting this as I myself purchased it as an upgrade. The receipt is sitting right next to me. I did not mean to come off as rude.
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Yes, I did ask the AT&T rep and I expressed this in my first post:
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I should be more clear. I specifically asked the AT&T rep if this could be used as an upgrade and if I would still get the discount. They said yes, and gave me the directions for using this as an upgrades as I explained above. I'm not sure why people are doubting this as I myself purchased it as an upgrade. The receipt is sitting right next to me. I did not mean to come off as rude.
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do you know if this deal can be done as an upgrade in a family plan? im out of contract on my line with my family plan and want to upgrade to this phone??
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do you know if this deal can be done as an upgrade in a family plan? im out of contract on my line with my family plan and want to upgrade to this phone??
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same here...im out of contract and im in a family plan...would i be able to upgrade jsut my line and get it from newegg for 149?
edit: no they dont allow family plan upgrades right now..i just asked
I originally ordered a Tilt from Wirefly on the 13th for $99.00 ($100.00 data plan rebate). Even though their website and sale staff said it was in stock up until Thursday, the phone is back ordered. Since none of the sales or support staff can tell me when or if they will be getting new Tilts, I canceled my purchase.
I spoke with Newegg this morning and was told they had 74 of the Tilts in stock (as of 7:15am PST). I promptly placed my order and was assured that one of the phones in stock will have my name on it!
I think $50.00 more is a bargain to no longer have to deal with Wirefly!
As for my terms, I am Verizon transfer. I was told (by Newegg) that all I had to do was sign up for a new service with a voice plan. There was no minimum voice plan purchase.
I did ask the Newegg rep about people who wanted to upgrade their account and their rebate requirements. I was told that if someone has a current contract (for example: 450 min) and wanted to "upgrade" to a higher rate (for example: 900 min) while they are still under contract, the rebate would not apply and their credit card would be charged $250.00 after the phone was activated. The rep told me that if someones contract ended and they were to "re-new" their contract than the rebate would be valid.
I think people here are getting the terms "new" and "upgrade" confused with each other.
Anyways, I am looking forward to receiving the phone!
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I originally ordered a Tilt from Wirefly on the 13th for $99.00 ($100.00 data plan rebate). Even though their website and sale staff said it was in stock up until Thursday, the phone is back ordered. Since none of the sales or support staff can tell me when or if they will be getting new Tilts, I canceled my purchase.
I spoke with Newegg this morning and was told they had 74 of the Tilts in stock (as of 7:15am PST). I promptly placed my order and was assured that one of the phones in stock will have my name on it!
I think $50.00 more is a bargain to no longer have to deal with Wirefly!
As for my terms, I am Verizon transfer. I was told (by Newegg) that all I had to do was sign up for a new service with a voice plan. There was no minimum voice plan purchase.
I did ask the Newegg rep about people who wanted to upgrade their account and their rebate requirements. I was told that if someone has a current contract (for example: 450 min) and wanted to "upgrade" to a higher rate (for example: 900 min) while they are still under contract, the rebate would not apply and their credit card would be charged $250.00 after the phone was activated. The rep told me that if someones contract ended and they were to "re-new" their contract than the rebate would be valid.
I think people here are getting the terms "new" and "upgrade" confused with each other.
Anyways, I am looking forward to receiving the phone!
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74 phones huh? I placed my order Friday so hopefully one of those has my name on it. It better be on the way!!!!
http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.ht...&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=388299401&pf_rd_i=301185
Not sure if anyone saw this but I didn't see it posted. Today only, you can get a Tilt for $0.01 on Amazon.com. Of course you have to sign a 2 year contract but just a heads up if some of you have been looking for one.
Check again, you actually pay 174.99 and then get a mail in rebate of 175. Still though, 174.99 is better than AT&T's price, even with the refurb
is its $175 w.o contract or $175 only if you get a contract
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. Third-party resellers are prohibited from purchasing cell phones on behalf of customers. **Purchase limit five (5) cell phones per household.**
Got to read the fine print!!!!
Can you renew a contract with that or do you have to be a new signed up person? I have an upgrade to use so can i use it on that?
its still available today X-)
On T-mobile, there is a $500 deal here, no annual contract
http://www.t-mobile.com/shop/phones/default.aspx#HTC-HD7
I can't figure out exactly what this means. Is this just the phone itself without having to pay monthly? Or do I have to pay monthly but not go by their contract? I really want to buy it that cheap, but I went to their site and I find it rather confusing.
lol thats without a contract of course u have to pay your monthly usage
There are 2 options:
(1) Buy the phone at a subsidized price ($199 or is it $249? for the HD7). You are locked into a 2 year contract with a $200 or so early termination fee. You pay a higher price than with option 2 for your monthly service. (This is the "Even More" plan.)
(2) Buy the phone at full retail price ($499 for the HD7). You are not locked into any contract and can leave T-Mobile, buy a new phone, etc. at any time. You *also* pay less for your monthly service with this option (This is the "Even More Plus" plan).
Hope that helps.
Regardless of which pricing option you choose, you still need to pay for service.
If you get the phone at a discount, you are stuck on a 2-year contract and pay slightly higher monthly service fees. This is called "Even More".
If you choose to get the phone at full price, there is no contract and you pay slightly lower monthly service fees. This is called "Even More Plus".
Refer to the T-Mobile website for more details on pricing for these plans. In either case, you can choose to spread out payments of your phone over a few or many months, or just pay up front for everything.
In the long run, going with Even More Plus is cheaper. Less monthly service fees, spread out phone payments over a long period of months, and best benefit of all, no contract.
do note that if u have t-zones with t-mobile, it works on the hd7! that means it's only going to cost you $3-6/mo for full internet access. if u have such a plan, you can save approximately 27 dollars/month on data alone. over a course of a 2 yr contract, that's 648 dollars. you can then spend the money you saved on the next phone and sell off the hd7
Hey all,
I see the HD7 is now only $50 on the Amazon site.
How does this price work? If someone already has a T-Mobile contract can they buy this phone for $50 without having to spend any more money? Or does it count as an upgrade and then they have to wait another 2 years before they can buy another phone at that rate?
Do you have to renew your contract to be eligible for that price?
I know some people in the US who have a T-Mobile contract and, if possible, $50 is quite a lot less than $520 but I'm sure that this is not how it works.
Could anyone fill me in on the details?
Thanks!
There are normally at least 2 different prices for phones here on US carriers. The full price, and the contract/upgrade price (which is usually the much lower price).
To take advantage of the lower price, you either need to:
- Be eligible for an upgrade and renew your contract (on either a 1 or 2 year contract, depending on the carrier, and the price you want to pay for the phone), and sometimes pay an upgrade fee
- Start a new contract/add-a-line on a new 1 or 2 year contract, and pay an activation fee.
When you are locked into a contract, you are subject to the terms of that carrier, so that may include a required data or text package in addition to your voice plan. These required packages cannot be removed for the duration of your contract (and depending on the carrier, for the life of your phone). That also includes a termination fee should you decide to cancel before your contract is up. These fees vary depending on the carrier.
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There are normally at least 2 different prices for phones here on US carriers. The full price, and the contract/upgrade price (which is usually the much lower price).
To take advantage of the lower price, you either need to:
- Be eligible for an upgrade and renew your contract (on either a 1 or 2 year contract, depending on the carrier, and the price you want to pay for the phone), and sometimes pay an upgrade fee
- Start a new contract/add-a-line on a new 1 or 2 year contract, and pay an activation fee.
When you are locked into a contract, you are subject to the terms of that carrier, so that may include a required data or text package in addition to your voice plan. These required packages cannot be removed for the duration of your contract (and depending on the carrier, for the life of your phone). That also includes a termination fee should you decide to cancel before your contract is up. These fees vary depending on the carrier.
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Ok, thanks very much.
We have a similar system in this country but phone prices aren't advertised as the price you have to pay to get them on contract, they're either a certain price with a certain contract or they advertise the Pre-paid price.
It was confusing seeing websites that said "Buy the HD7 now for only $50" but all cleared up now, thanks!
If you actually go through the Amazon Wireless store and buy a phone, prior to payment you have to agree to the terms with which they save you so much money. If you don't use the phone for a minimum of 120+ days, they retroactively charge you for the full amount of the hardware.
Also, if you plan on buying the phone and then cancelling the contract after a month, you can forget about it.
You will have to pay the carrier's ETF
The one-month of service, prorated accordingly
And Amazon's own termination fee.
All of this will be greater than simply buying the phone for full price.
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me
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Anybody?
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Keep in mind that selling is prohibited here.
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Keep in mind that selling is prohibited here.
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Lol what? Who said I am selling one?
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Neat troll thread
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Sign up 2 year contract with att. Get the nexus for 249. Switch to tmobile. Pay $350 att early termination fee. Tmobile will send you gift card to cover your etf. Enjoy your $249 nexus 6, no contract and those that call this troll thread, enjoy as well!
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Sign up 2 year contract with att. Get the nexus for 249. Switch to tmobile. Pay $350 att early termination fee. Tmobile will send you gift card to cover your etf. Enjoy your $249 nexus 6, no contract and those that call this troll thread, enjoy as well!
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You have to trade in the device for T-Mobile to pay your etf
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You have to trade in the device for T-Mobile to pay your etf
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You can cheat the system by buying any crappy phone for AT&T on eBay and trading that one in, keeping your current phone.
Will this work???
(It looks like you also need to buy a device from them)???
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Will this work???
(It looks like you also need to buy a device from them)???
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You wouldn't need to buy a device from them. The device you turn in for them to pay your ETF would be the cheap phone you got from eBay. Then, you can use the Nexus 6 as the phone you are bringing in, as your own device, you wouldn't have to purchase from them.
Is interesting how people are never happy even when you enlighten them rofl. You want cheaper or no? Go get it people. Stop acting like virgin Mary and stuff. And no, nothing to do with cheating the system. Read the rules, tmo doesn't give a crap what device you turn in or whether or not you buy a new device. Those that do not appreciate this idea feel free to move on and ignore this thread. $770-$250= $520 savings and no 2 year contract.
You do have to purchase a device from Tmobile - ETF Offer: Eligible device trade-in, new device purchase, qualifying credit, port-in from eligible carriers.
oneplus: don't know about others, but I'm happy (just gave you "thanks"), probably going to do it, but just trying to "dot the I's". Their terms are:
ETF Reimbursement Offer: Limited time offer; subject to change. At participating locations. Unlimited talk & text features for direct communications between 2 people. ETF Offer: Eligible device trade-in, new device purchase, qualifying credit, port-in from eligible carriers (incl. AT&T, Verizon, and Sprint), and qualifying postpaid service required. Payments consist of: (1) credit of device trade-in value, and (2) Visa® Prepaid card in amount of carrier’s Early Termination Fee (card not redeemable for cash and expires in 12 months unless extended by Issuer). Sales tax on ETF not included. You must submit final bill showing ETF within 2 calendar months of port-in and be active and in good standing with T-Mobile when payment is processed; allow up to 8 weeks. Additional validation may be required. Up to 10 lines; all lines must be activated in same T-Mobile market with same billing address. One offer per subscriber. Check your contract with your carrier for your rights and obligations. Visa® Prepaid card is rebate/reimbursement on new device, service, or port-in; for any tax implications of payment, consult a tax advisor.
So, it seems from their terms anyway, that it requires the purchase of a phone from them. However, they DO have a phone for about $60, so the deal is still very attractive!
l_stevens said:
oneplus: don't know about others, but I'm happy (just gave you "thanks"), probably going to do it, but just trying to "dot the I's". Their terms are:
ETF Reimbursement Offer: Limited time offer; subject to change. At participating locations. Unlimited talk & text features for direct communications between 2 people. ETF Offer: Eligible device trade-in, new device purchase, qualifying credit, port-in from eligible carriers (incl. AT&T, Verizon, and Sprint), and qualifying postpaid service required. Payments consist of: (1) credit of device trade-in value, and (2) Visa® Prepaid card in amount of carrier’s Early Termination Fee (card not redeemable for cash and expires in 12 months unless extended by Issuer). Sales tax on ETF not included. You must submit final bill showing ETF within 2 calendar months of port-in and be active and in good standing with T-Mobile when payment is processed; allow up to 8 weeks. Additional validation may be required. Up to 10 lines; all lines must be activated in same T-Mobile market with same billing address. One offer per subscriber. Check your contract with your carrier for your rights and obligations. Visa® Prepaid card is rebate/reimbursement on new device, service, or port-in; for any tax implications of payment, consult a tax advisor.
So, it seems from their terms anyway, that it requires the purchase of a phone from them. However, they DO have a phone for about $60, so the deal is still very attractive!
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Get a nokia lumia 521 for $54 guys...I did that when iphone 6 came out.