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Much easier to throw this all in one spot than to try to compile all the various threads. New info as of 5/27/10!
-Preorders are no longer being taken at Radioshack due to inventory constraints. IE: demand was starting to exceed quantity
-The occasional store (non-mall stores) is opening at 6am; check your local area to find out which are opening early and at what times.
-Activation will most likely not be a simple in-out process. Expect to be in the store roughly 30 minutes.
-Don't forget the phone requires a Data plan and a $10 Premium Data service in order to be activated! Sprint's Hotspot add-on is discounted to $29.99 as well.
-Most stores should have the device in-store in advance of the release date, so our worries about stock are allieved. Even if a store is out of stock, we will most likely not be able to call another store and have a phone placed on hold due to demand, BUT it may be able to be Direct2U'd, which is a method of ordering.
-Accessories at launch will be limited to chargers (generic and iGo), screen protectors, and some locations will have Zagg's Screen Protector (not full body). Evo-specific accessories will be available throughout the month of June.
-Pre-order customers will be offered 15% off accessories from 6am to whenever the store would normally open (usually 9am), and everyone else will be offered 10% from 9am through normal business hours. This stacks with the $20 credit (though neither are available on the phone itself, even though the credit can be used on anything else in the store) and is only available through close-of-business June 4th.
-Radioshack Service Plans on the HTC Evo will be lowered from $124.99 to 99.99 through June 6th, and covers everything it always has, namely:
+Wear and Tear
+Light Corrosion
+Speaker Damage
+Screen Outages
+Dead Pixels
+Battery Replacement once per year (excellent value)
+In-Store Replacement of up to four same-ticket accessories
Just keep in mind this is a warranty, not insurance. As such, it does not cover lost, stolen, broken, or water damage claims.
Luckily, none of this is classified information, so I can share it freely with all of you Ask any question you feel necessary, and I'll keep this updated if anything changes~
I also wouldn't be surprised if Sprint has server issues as well (on launch day/morning), just to really slow things down. It will make it more,.... lets just say memorable.
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I also wouldn't be surprised if Sprint has server issues as well, just to really slow things down. It will make it more,.... lets just say memorable.
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I could see that... I don't think it'd be as bad as AT&T with the iPhone, though. It might be down for just the one day, if at all. Cross your fingers XD
is best buy still taking pre-orders?
Wow.. im glad i pre-order mines yesterday.. because i was going to wait to today.
EDIT: Sorry i was wrong.. the $50 dollas go towards your phone when it gets release
YoungAceAtlanta said:
Wow.. im glad i pre-order mines yesterday.. because i was going to wait to today.
But about the $20 gift card. my radio shack gave me a $50 giftcard. towards any accessories for the evo.
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Its a $20 accessory credit they give you at time of purchase (evo pickup) and the gift card is used towards the EVO 4G Purchase price (because you paid $50 for it).
wildcard said:
is best buy still taking pre-orders?
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Pretty sure
drewX2 said:
Its a $20 accessory credit they give you at time of purchase (evo pickup) and the gift card is used towards the EVO 4G Purchase price (because you paid $50 for it).
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Oh i see now. i thought they give you the giftcard before.
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is best buy still taking pre-orders?
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im pretty sure they are...however for the 2nd shipment of phones now..which would come in on june 9th i think
YoungAceAtlanta said:
Wow.. im glad i pre-order mines yesterday.. because i was going to wait to today.
But about the $20 gift card. my radio shack gave me a $50 giftcard. towards any accessories for the evo.
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No sir, I believe they took your 50 dollars as a deposit on the phone and in return gave you a 50 dollar gift card. They also gave you a 20 dollar bonus towards any accessory of your choosing, but the gift card was actually the money you put towards the deposit.
YoungAceAtlanta said:
Wow.. im glad i pre-order mines yesterday.. because i was going to wait to today.
But about the $20 gift card. my radio shack gave me a $50 giftcard. towards any accessories for the evo.
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The $50 gift card is for the preorder itself. Instead of keeping your money like GameSTOP, for example, we give you a gift card so that we still have a guarantee you'll come back. Same principle, different execution. The $50 you can use toward the phone, while the $20 can only be used on accessories.
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The $50 gift card is for the preorder itself. Instead of keeping your money like GameSTOP, for example, we give you a gift card so that we still have a guarantee you'll come back. Same principle, different execution. The $50 you can use toward the phone, while the $20 can only be used on accessories.
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Everytime i had pre-order from gamestop or anything else. they always took the money and just took your name and address
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Everytime i had pre-order from gamestop or anything else. they always took the money and just took your name and address
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Well, yeah. Same concept, like other people have explained while I was occupied here at work Only instead of keeping your money, we give it to you on a gift card. You have to spend it with Radioshack, regardless, so it works out the same
I think pre-ordering is coming to a close rapidly. I would say if you haven't pre-order as of yesterday or this morning @ RS your only shot is the Sprint store if you want it on the 4th.
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I think pre-ordering is coming to a close rapidly. I would say if you haven't pre-order as of yesterday or this morning @ RS your only shot is the Sprint store if you want it on the 4th.
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If anyone else is accepting preorders, the latest it'll be is the 31st, just so they have numbers in order before they start shipping to stores. Though as I said, Radioshack CAN order the Evo if they happen to be out of stock in the store. Ask and find out~
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-Radioshack Service Plans on the HTC Evo will be lowered from $124.99 to 99.99 through June 6th, and covers everything it always has, namely:
+Wear and Tear
+Light Corrosion
+Speaker Damage
+Screen Outages
+Dead Pixels
+Battery Replacement once per year (excellent value)
+In-Store Replacement of up to four same-ticket accessories
Just keep in mind this is a warranty, not insurance. As such, it does not cover lost, stolen, broken, or water damage claims.
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Can you tell me more about this service plan? Does it cover 1yr, 2yr, or as long as you own the handset?
Any deductible?
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Can you tell me more about this service plan? Does it cover 1yr, 2yr, or as long as you own the handset?
Any deductible?
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RS Service plan sucks why not just get TEP from sprint? I know its 7 bucks a month plus $100 replacement but it covers it even if its stolen. You can't beet that.
probably can sell my pre order slot to someone that's waiting outside for one.
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Can you tell me more about this service plan? Does it cover 1yr, 2yr, or as long as you own the handset?
Any deductible?
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It covers two years (life of the contract), and all you pay is the price of the plan. No deductible or anything.
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RS Service plan sucks why not just get TEP from sprint? I know its 7 bucks a month plus $100 replacement but it covers it even if its stolen. You can't beet that.
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The insurance does have its place, that doesn't mean it's a bad idea. If you have a history of having phones go bad, it's a cheaper alternative. If you're worried about it being stolen or lost, or dropping it in water.... honestly you should probably get a different phone XD But really, insurance is good for those things, provided you don't mind paying $168 over the course of your plan, plus the $100 deductible.
The downside to the RS plan is that it's a send-off to repair (except for the accessory and battery replacement), so if you don't have a back-up phone, it might not be the best for you since we don't use loaners. So there you go, a direct comparison. Both are good, in different circumstances. I've seen the warranty do wonders for lots of customers, and I've seen it be worthless.
I just called the RS I pre-ordered at and was told:
1. They have stopped taking pre-orders since the close of business day yesterday (May 27th). He also said that most stores were limited to 20 pre-orders.
2. They are opening at 6:00AM sharp (this is a full store, not a kiosk) and stock may be limited to 2-4 phones more than pre-ordered!
3. He was not sure about the $10 or $15 discount for accessories (DUBious, who is a Houston, TX Radio Shack employee, has reported an additional 10% off accessories for people arriving between 6-9AM).
I noticed that the tone of the employee I talked to was much more serious today than my previous calls (yes, I bug them a lot! ). Maybe the scope of how big this is going to be is starting to dawn on some of them now that news is coming down from corporate?
Well, I certainly woke up to a pleasant surprise. I've been stuck with having to buy the Evo on Wirefly to claim a hundred dollar savings I had won, only to see that the final price is thirty dollars lower than I expected! You pay $169.99 with a 35 dollar activation fee. There's no taxes, and the FedEx shipping is free.
For those of you wondering, Wirefly is a reputable place to purchase from. Two weeks ago, I purchased two blackberry Curves and a Hero from them with a new contract. They waived the activation fee via a promotion, shipped it within twenty four hours of ordering via two day FedEx for free, and the phones arrived in two days after it was shipped. The only problem is speaking to their sales department; it consists of nothing but overseas representatives who are difficult to understand at times and try to push device protection on your devices constantly. If you order online, though, there's absolutely no issues. They allow you to check on the status of your order, and include every detail of the purchase and plan in the sales receipt if you want to make changes.
Just thought I'd share this great deal .
Edit: Oh! I also forgot to mention that Wirefly is a partner of Bing Cashback. When you order through Bing, you get $50 cash back on your account. That brings the total cost of the device down to $119.99. Sounds good to me!
I have used Wirefly 3 times before and they are great! I am impatient and do not want to wait for my phone this time though haha
That sounds pretty awesome! I'm going to have to see what I can do with this one.
If ordering from them do you know if I can port a phone number?
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That sounds pretty awesome! I'm going to have to see what I can do with this one.
If ordering from them do you know if I can port a phone number?
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Yes, you can port your phone number through them. I transferred my parent's and brother's numbers from Metro PCS to the Sprint phones without a problem.
I wonder what will happen if someone tries to upgrade who is not eligible for an upgrade and who is still on contract. I went through the motion of buying it there and the final price came to $180 or something. Wonder what would happen after I get the phone.
too bad you cant add a discount to the plans through wirefly..
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too bad you cant add a discount to the plans through wirefly..
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Yeah I wish we could add a discount to the plans through wirefly as I would get it through them if that were possible.., unless someone knows a way?
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Yeah I wish we could add a discount to the plans through wirefly as I would get it through them if that were possible.., unless someone knows a way?
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can't you just call up sprint once your order is processed to add the discount? nowhere in their terms state you can't add discount; it says you can't switch to a lower service plan, but adding a discount isn't lowering the service plan
here's the terms of their instant discount:
INSTANT DISCOUNTS
Wirefly promises you savings in the form of instant discounts with no rebates or gimmicks when you sign up for wireless carrier service. Delivering on this promise means that you must agree to maintain your agreement for a minimum of 6 months after activation. Deactivating your phone, or downgrading features or the rate plan, may lead to additional charges.
When you sign up for wireless carrier service through Wirefly, we discount your phone purchase price by an Equipment Discount amount ranging from $200 to $300. By ordering through Wirefly, you agree to repay this discount if, during the 181 days after your new equipment is activated, if you:
Fail to pay your balance due to your carrier each month
Disconnect this line of service
Transfer this equipment to another line of service
Change your carrier service rate plan to a lower monthly service rate plan
Deactivate the email/data feature if one was required at the point of purchase
Transfer/port an existing phone number from another account if this is a new line of service
Replace an existing account with this account if this is a new line of service
Return or exchange your phone and it is not in its original, new condition with no more than 30 minutes of usage
If you break any of these contract provisions, except as a result of a documented service quality issue related to the carrier service, you authorize us to charge your credit card in repayment of the Equipment Discount.
EDIT: they changed the price to $189.99
As of 4:30 this afternoon, Wirefly has officially run out of HTC Evos. The site lists the next shipment time in five to seven days. Fortunately, I was able to get my order placed at 4:00. Unless you really want that $50 rebate, I'd look toward other stores.
These things are selling out an alarming rate.
Now it says shipping within 20 days...
Oh man. Still $50 is probably worth it considering I still have my iPhone for the time being.
i know letstalk is getting shipment June 10, but they still have backorders they need to fulfill; don't know any other place where i can get it without waiting for the mail in rebate
sprint online store has them in stock and can receive in 2-5 days, but not willing to pay $1049 now and have to wait for rebates for 2-4 months
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Wirefly is awesome but never call and place an order over the phone.
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Wirefly is awesome but never call and place an order over the phone.
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You couldn't be more correct. I stupidly placed the order for my parents and brother via Wirefly's sales department via phone, and it was a horrendous experience. It took over an hour for the idiot to understand what I wanted, write my name down properly, and to shut up about the extended warranty and accessories.
That being said, that's what the online store is for. It's just like the rest of them.
Also, wow. Shipping within 20 days? I was 15 minutes away from having to wait a month for my Evo to arrive? Insane.
I got lucky and got my order in before they raised the price. 169 + 50 bing cash back plus avoiding 45$ in taxes here in CA. It arrives tomorrow =).
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I got lucky and got my order in before they raised the price. 169 + 50 bing cash back plus avoiding 45$ in taxes here in CA. It arrives tomorrow =).
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Holy crap, shut up! Mine is arriving tomorrow as well! . Of course, I placed my order when it was back at $189.99, but it's still a great deal.
Any idea what'd happen if I tried to order this even though I'm not eligible for an upgrade from Sprint? I'm trying to see if I can grab one of these to participate in development. Although, I'm not sure I'm willing to blow $450 for the privilege.
Ok. I'm on Wirefly and I want to add this phone as a new line on a family plan.
I am seeing:
Service Plan: $9.99/month
Sprint Data Pack - mobile web, web-based email, and basic Sprint TV/Music: $15.00/month
4G Premium Data: $10.00/month
What's that $15/month part? If my family is already on the Any Mobile Any Time with data included, is that required?
I want to try and put this in ASAP!
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Any idea what'd happen if I tried to order this even though I'm not eligible for an upgrade from Sprint? I'm trying to see if I can grab one of these to participate in development. Although, I'm not sure I'm willing to blow $450 for the privilege.
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It does look like I can get this for $189 (+$50 bing cashback) if I select that I would like to extend my contract with Sprint. I'm a little curious about this, you'd think that I shouldn't be able to do this, but at the same time Wirefly probably has no idea that I started my contract in November 09. I'm just worried about what happens when I get the phone! Is no one the wiser? Do people just not know? Maybe I should try this out and give you all an update as to the outcome. I'm willing to bet if there's some kind of foul up and a cancellation charge appears on my account, I could possibly settle it with Sprint feigning ignorance. It's not like I want to jump ship or anything after all, I like Sprint.
Hope you find out. I'm on my hero and not due for upgrade or anything... I wanna upgrade to evolution from hero, but don't have hundreds of dollars
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Went to Radio Shack yesterday to swap out my phone and they had it reduced to $219.99 . I had bought two of them at the Irvine,ca location and received $60 dollars back!!!
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Radio Shack will price match the phone if it goes on sale within 30days of the purchase date. For those like myself who bought on release day the 9/30 would be the last day for price match!
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Wirefly has it for $199 with Free activation. ;o
damn I just got mine last weekend and paid 250 for it, I'm going back this weekend to get the price difference back.
I love Radio Shacks policies on this sort of stuff, by far the best to deal with when it comes to these things.
Thanks for posting, you just saved me some cash!
You are saying if we purchased the phone full the $250 ANYTIME, we can go and get money back for the reduced CURRENT price? Or only recently?
From what I can find, if the price drops within 30days of the CONTRACT opening date, then you can get the price difference? I opened the contract/purchased the phone on the 31st, today 30th is the final day of my 30 days.
I'm going to go to them and ask if I can get my $30 bucks back in the morning.
IMO even if the shack offers the lower price for the phone, it comes at a cost; the cost of only dealing with radio shack when it comes to any cell phone issues. I was debating this issue when i was switching to sprint.
I talked to a rep over the phone and she said that if i switched to sprint through a third party, everything has to be dealt with that third party. that also means radio shack does not have the authority to waive activation fees , waive restocking fee for phones if you decide to siwtch phones during the 30 day trial period. I decided to go with an official sprint store and got a heck of a deal. You just gotta let them know that youre serious and you want the best deal.
The sprint store rep hooked me up with waived activation fees for two lines, an extra battery for my epic, the offer to waive the restocking fee if i wanted to swtich phones to somehting else, completed my rebate for me, hooked me up with cool apps etc.
I dont mean to make your thread look bad , but i just wanna inform ya, and plus i cant sleep right now. for the 20$ difference i would still go to a official sprint store. just my two cents
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IMO even if the shack offers the lower price for the phone, it comes at a cost; the cost of only dealing with radio shack when it comes to any cell phone issues. I was debating this issue when i was switching to sprint.
I talked to a rep over the phone and she said that if i switched to sprint through a third party, everything has to be dealt with that third party. that also means radio shack does not have the authority to waive activation fees , waive restocking fee for phones if you decide to siwtch phones during the 30 day trial period. I decided to go with an official sprint store and got a heck of a deal. You just gotta let them know that youre serious and you want the best deal.
The sprint store rep hooked me up with waived activation fees for two lines, an extra battery for my epic, the offer to waive the restocking fee if i wanted to swtich phones to somehting else, completed my rebate for me, hooked me up with cool apps etc.
I dont mean to make your thread look bad , but i just wanna inform ya, and plus i cant sleep right now. for the 20$ difference i would still go to a official sprint store. just my two cents
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Theres a flaw in your logic.
Radioshack THEMSELVES is not able to waive the activation fee. BUT as a Sprint Premiere customer, you can call up sprint and have THEM waive the activation. Which I did, and had 2 activation fees removed (from my Epic, and an upgrade on another line on my family plan)
$250 withOUT a mail-in rebate, + addition $30 difference refund is the cheapest you will be able to get the phone offline. In my experience Radioshack was pretty easy to deal with when getting a exchange (which I did for my 1st Epic with faulty battery).
So really, all you got was a free battery out of it. Which is a good deal in any case, but really the freebie is just to get your commission. When my friend got her Evo from Radioshack, they hooked her up with a free battery, case, and car charger! Anything for your business right?
got my $30 back! radioshack's fine..they swapped my phone out twice and after 30 days im a free man
if we bought on launch day, can we still go back today for the difference, I bought 2, so 60 bucks off would be nice.
I bought mine on launch and the other a week after. You have 30 day price guarantee
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I bought mine on launch and the other a week after. You have 30 day price guarantee
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yea, but does today still count at 30 days if you bought on launch day or was that yesterday?
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yea, but does today still count at 30 days if you bought on launch day or was that yesterday?
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i bought mine on launch and they had np's
I'm getting conflicting answers!
I called one Radioshack, and they straight up said NO THE 29TH WAS THE LAST DAY TO DO IF YOU BOUGHT IT ON LAUNCH DAY.
Then another straight up said NO WE DON'T DO PRICE MATCH PERIOD.
Then another said, Yeah sure we can do the price match, today is the LAST day of the 30 days.
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I'm about to go to my Radioshack and ask them about the 'Price Protection'. I just spoke with another Radioshack store manager, and he said that TODAY IS THE LAST DAY OF THE 30 DAYS FROM LAUNCH DAY, but that we are STILL eligible for the price protection. He said that if MY radioshack refuses to refund my money, that if I contacted him, he would call up the Sprint district manager to *personally* contact my store for the refund.
People, if your Radioshack tries to say YESTERDAY was the last day, don't be scared to put your foot down.
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I'm getting conflicting answers!
I called one Radioshack, and they straight up said NO THE 29TH WAS THE LAST DAY TO DO IF YOU BOUGHT IT ON LAUNCH DAY.
Then another straight up said NO WE DON'T DO PRICE MATCH PERIOD.
Then another said, Yeah sure we can do the price match, today is the LAST day of the 30 days.
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I'm about to go to my Radioshack and ask them about the 'Price Protection'. I just spoke with another Radioshack store manager, and he said that TODAY IS THE LAST DAY OF THE 30 DAYS FROM LAUNCH DAY, but that we are STILL eligible for the price protection. He said that if MY radioshack refuses to refund my money, that if I contacted him, he would call up the Sprint district manager to *personally* contact my store for the refund.
People, if your Radioshack tries to say YESTERDAY was the last day, don't be scared to put your foot down.
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"Technically" Today is day 31. 31st being day 1, plus 29 days = 9/29.
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"Technically" Today is day 31. 31st being day 1, plus 29 days = 9/29.
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Thats if you look at the day of purchase as being a day.
I bought my Epic on the launch day (31st), and opened my contract on the 31st. They stated that you have 30 days from opening the contract which doesn't count the 31st as a "day".
I called Sprint to ask about adding insurance to my line which HAS to be done within 30 days of opening the contract TODAY, and the Sprint rep said TODAY is the last day of the 30 days to add insurance.
I know 'technically' that today is the 31st day. But contract wise, today is the 30th day.
I was told that my 2 year contract expired on the 30th of 2012, was also told I could add insurance up till the 30th. so radio shack should honor this, my store is kind of difficult so I'll make sure they notate that i was in there and they said no if they give me issues then insist on speaking to a district manager or call radioshack on the phone,
So I successfully got my 30 refunded.
It wasn't easy and my RS said that today was my 31st day. I went off on them in the store because they don't state that the 30 days starts on the day of purchase.
They ended up having to call sprint to over ride the system to allow my refund. I'm glad they went through the trouble to get my refund back but they shouldn't advertise a price protection policy if they don't wanna follow through with it.
My 30 days end today so I won't be dealing with radioshack anymore either way.
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Our radioshack reps are greatly helpfull to us always without a doubt. So it goes without sayin, i got a refund of 30 something dollars. Thank guys for the heads up.
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i went to the shack and got $60 back..
Thanks O.P. !
Thanks OP i went and got 90 bucks back
yea, I got my 63 dollars back, 2 phones, 30 dollars each plus tax, although at my radioshack, trying to do anything with wireless phones requires 15 trys and an hour of my time. I was a little annoyed by the end.
I'm going to get the 3G Xoom but return it once the Wifi version comes out. How long are the return periods at Costco and Best Buy? I've heard good things about Costco, but do I have to be a member there to get the good benefits?
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I'm going to get the 3G Xoom but return it once the Wifi version comes out. How long are the return periods at Costco and Best Buy? I've heard good things about Costco, but do I have to be a member there to get the good benefits?
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You have to be a member at costco. They have a 90 return policy, cash, debit or american express only. Bestbuy is 30 days.
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I'm going to get the 3G Xoom but return it once the Wifi version comes out. How long are the return periods at Costco and Best Buy? I've heard good things about Costco, but do I have to be a member there to get the good benefits?
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You have to be a member to buy at Costco period. The cheapest membership is $50 a year. They currently have a 90 day return policy on all electrics. Cell phones are limited to 30 days. Best buy will be more money, lower return policy, but you won't have to buy a membership.
Many of you are wrong. Best Buy policy trumps tablets into its shortest return policy of 14 days.
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Exchange and Return Period
Exchange or return your item anytime from the original purchase date within the timeframe below:
14 days for computers, monitors, projectors, camcorders, digital cameras, iPads, tablets and radar detectors
30 days for all other products
45 days for all products for Reward Zone Program Premier Silver members*
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Merchandise: We guarantee your satisfaction on every product we sell with a full refund. The following must be returned within 90 days of purchase for a refund: televisions, projectors, computers, cameras, camcorders, iPOD / MP3 players and cellular phones.
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http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Help-To...cy/pcmcat204400050028.c?id=pcmcat204400050028
http://www.costco.com/service/featurepageleftnav.aspx?productno=11204333
As you can see. Costco relies on happy members to survive. They don't advertise much, if at all, and rely on word of mouth. Every Costco member I know has been referred by another member who swears by it. I swear by Costco, I never worry when I buy a high priced piece of electronics from them.
Hmm. I'll have to borrow my dads membership then.
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Many of you are wrong. Best Buy policy trumps tablets into its shortest return policy of 14 days.
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Help-To...cy/pcmcat204400050028.c?id=pcmcat204400050028
http://www.costco.com/service/featurepageleftnav.aspx?productno=11204333
As you can see. Costco relies on happy members to survive. They don't advertise much, if at all, and rely on word of mouth. Every Costco member I know has been referred by another member who swears by it. I swear by Costco, I never worry when I buy a high priced piece of electronics from them.
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Although you are correct cell phones can be returned in 90 days at costco, you will have to pay the ETF. If you return it in 30 days, you will get out of your contract.
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Although you are correct cell phones can be returned in 90 days at costco, you will have to pay the ETF. If you return it in 30 days, you will get out of your contract.
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This is true. To avoid the ETF I think you have to adhere to the carriers grace period, which I think is what.. a week?
We are however, talking about a month-to-month device with no ETF. ETF's are only for subsidized devices. I do appreciate you adding that to the discussion though as it is good to consider for normal cellular purchases at Costco.
I am actually glad for this thread because it forced me to verify. I too plan to purchase this device and then return it when the wifi-only version is released. I don't like to do such things, but they really shouldn't release a 3G version first.
setite said:
I am actually glad for this thread because it forced me to verify. I too plan to purchase this device and then return it when the wifi-only version is released. I don't like to do such things, but they really shouldn't release a 3G version first.
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Isn't that return fraud? Buying an item for a short period of time to use knowing you are going to return it?
From wikipedia:
Wardrobing or renting: Purchasing merchandise for short-term use with the intent to return the item
Sirchuk said:
Isn't that return fraud? Buying an item for a short period of time to use knowing you are going to return it?
From wikipedia:
Wardrobing or renting: Purchasing merchandise for short-term use with the intent to return the item
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It may be, but costco has the agreement with its products company. You can return without a reason, so how are they gonna say no? As an employee, i have personal heard people say when ask why they are returning "because you have a newer model". There is nothing we (as costco employees) can do but say ok. Infact we have one person that on Monday ever week comes in and buys 3 books/magazines. Then the following Monday brings them back and buys 3 more. But not to hijack, so back on topic. I personally will buying one on the 24th at costco, just because of the price.
bwcorvus said:
It may be, but costco has the agreement with its products company. You can return without a reason, so how are they gonna say no? As an employee, i have personal heard people say when ask why they are returning "because you have a newer model". There is nothing we (as costco employees) can do but say ok. Infact we have one person that on Monday ever week comes in and buys 3 books/magazines. Then the following Monday brings them back and buys 3 more. But not to hijack, so back on topic. I personally will buying one on the 24th at costco, just because of the price.
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What price do you mean. Unless I missed something, the only difference in price is a 35$ Mail In Rebate that essentially cancels out the 35$ Activation fee.
To Sirchuk. Fraud denotes illegality. The only illegal exploitation of a return policy that I am aware of is the one in which you purchase an item, and swap it out with a broken one and return it and keep the working new one. I am simply utilizing the return policy lawfully, albeit deceitfully. I do not like to do it, on principal, since I LOVE everything about Costco. I once purchased a TV two days before a Black Friday sale because I was assured I could come in and get a refund for the coupon price. I did this to avoid the lines, lovely. I will only return it if the WiFi Only version comes out within 90 days. If this is released like the WiFi Only galaxy tab, then it wont be out in 90 days and I'll be stuck.
To Bwcorvus. The book guy is a jackass. I know returning electronics when something better comes along is bad, but returning books is really bad. With electronics, I don't get to use said device anymore, or if I get a newer model, Costco is still making money. I actually want to work at Costco, but they have the worst careers section on their site. After finally finding the link, I couldn't get a list of job openings, just positions that exist for which I could blindly apply for.
EDIT: I researched the terms Sirchuk presented. I am seeing that I am the evil consumer from the viewpoint of a retailer. I suppose I am not as good of a person as I thought. Hmmm. I could use an excuse about how evil Best Buy is. They really are though. When I bought an iPad, and was unsatisfied with the device they charged me a restocking fee. I argued at length with them since the return policy did not mention restocking fees on tablets, only computers. They argued that it was a "notebook computer" despite the fact that it's not. It is a new device their policy doesn't cover. They refunded me a month later when they removed their restocking fees altogether.
Either way, as much as I am a conservative, I do have uncontrollable anger at Best Buy. I do however love Costco, because they have never wronged me. If buying something knowing full well that I will likely return it, maybe I should buy from Best Buy who has screwed me and my friends before. Does it count that I plan to keep the device if something better doesn't come along? Should I have to keep a device that is inferior in some way if my purchase is recent? Do I get credit for not returning half-eaten food? I had a salad from costco recently that I hated, but didn't return. I am so conflicted now. Though no matter what I do, I will still sleep fine.
EDIT2: I have one more roundabout possible justification. Capitalism works on the principals of consumers voting with their wallets. Which sends a clearer message. Waiting lord knows how long for a cheaper wifi-only version(the one I actually want), or buying the 3G and returning it for a wifi-only version. My logic is that they need a tangible way to show that consumers like me don't want them to play this carrier codswallop with tablets. They should release wifi-only versions simultaneously, or first. If people like me don't buy the 3G version, then swap it out, how will they figure it out. They don't send surveys. I need them to know that I have the money for the 3G version, but don't want 3G, and furthermore that I won't simply settle for the 3G version.
The ony other thing to point out, if they offered data plans as affordable as they used to.. 20-30$ for unlimited data, I wouldn't be having this discussion. I would simply pay for data every month and happily keep the 3G version. But they are charging a 200$ premium for roughly 50$ in parts and the "priviledge" to pay for 3G and later 4G. Add to that the fact that they offer "month-to-month" data with no contract, but apparently if you dont pay for a month or two, you have to pay 35$ to reactivate. Someone will have to prove a tangible reason for this fee before I will consider it anything but greedy.
setite said:
What price do you mean. Unless I missed something, the only difference in price is a 35$ Mail In Rebate that essentially cancels out the 35$ Activation fee.
To Sirchuk. Fraud denotes illegality. The only illegal exploitation of a return policy that I am aware of is the one in which you purchase an item, and swap it out with a broken one and return it and keep the working new one. I am simply utilizing the return policy lawfully, albeit deceitfully. I do not like to do it, on principal, since I LOVE everything about Costco. I once purchased a TV two days before a Black Friday sale because I was assured I could come in and get a refund for the coupon price. I did this to avoid the lines, lovely. I will only return it if the WiFi Only version comes out within 90 days. If this is released like the WiFi Only galaxy tab, then it wont be out in 90 days and I'll be stuck.
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Rumor says that costco will have the 3G tablet for $100 less than Verizon/BestBuy.
Also to note, nobody has seen the actual rebate form for the $35 back. How much do you want to bet it's going to require service for at least 2 months?
If BestBuy really is only 14 Days, I may have to renew my costco membership.
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Ugh, yeah, 14 days sucks. If Costco really is $100 less, I'm definitely going to renew my membership. Might do it now just due to the 90 days. I don't anticipate returning it, but I didn't think I would with the Nook Color either. It went back on day 30 of their 30 day return.
setite said:
What price do you mean. Unless I missed something, the only difference in price is a 35$ Mail In Rebate that essentially cancels out the 35$ Activation fee.
To Sirchuk. Fraud denotes illegality. The only illegal exploitation of a return policy that I am aware of is the one in which you purchase an item, and swap it out with a broken one and return it and keep the working new one. I am simply utilizing the return policy lawfully, albeit deceitfully. I do not like to do it, on principal, since I LOVE everything about Costco. I once purchased a TV two days before a Black Friday sale because I was assured I could come in and get a refund for the coupon price. I did this to avoid the lines, lovely. I will only return it if the WiFi Only version comes out within 90 days. If this is released like the WiFi Only galaxy tab, then it wont be out in 90 days and I'll be stuck.
To Bwcorvus. The book guy is a jackass. I know returning electronics when something better comes along is bad, but returning books is really bad. With electronics, I don't get to use said device anymore, or if I get a newer model, Costco is still making money. I actually want to work at Costco, but they have the worst careers section on their site. After finally finding the link, I couldn't get a list of job openings, just positions that exist for which I could blindly apply for.
EDIT: I researched the terms Sirchuk presented. I am seeing that I am the evil consumer from the viewpoint of a retailer. I suppose I am not as good of a person as I thought. Hmmm. I could use an excuse about how evil Best Buy is. They really are though. When I bought an iPad, and was unsatisfied with the device they charged me a restocking fee. I argued at length with them since the return policy did not mention restocking fees on tablets, only computers. They argued that it was a "notebook computer" despite the fact that it's not. It is a new device their policy doesn't cover. They refunded me a month later when they removed their restocking fees altogether.
Either way, as much as I am a conservative, I do have uncontrollable anger at Best Buy. I do however love Costco, because they have never wronged me. If buying something knowing full well that I will likely return it, maybe I should buy from Best Buy who has screwed me and my friends before. Does it count that I plan to keep the device if something better doesn't come along? Should I have to keep a device that is inferior in some way if my purchase is recent? Do I get credit for not returning half-eaten food? I had a salad from costco recently that I hated, but didn't return. I am so conflicted now. Though no matter what I do, I will still sleep fine.
EDIT2: I have one more roundabout possible justification. Capitalism works on the principals of consumers voting with their wallets. Which sends a clearer message. Waiting lord knows how long for a cheaper wifi-only version(the one I actually want), or buying the 3G and returning it for a wifi-only version. My logic is that they need a tangible way to show that consumers like me don't want them to play this carrier codswallop with tablets. They should release wifi-only versions simultaneously, or first. If people like me don't buy the 3G version, then swap it out, how will they figure it out. They don't send surveys. I need them to know that I have the money for the 3G version, but don't want 3G, and furthermore that I won't simply settle for the 3G version.
The ony other thing to point out, if they offered data plans as affordable as they used to.. 20-30$ for unlimited data, I wouldn't be having this discussion. I would simply pay for data every month and happily keep the 3G version. But they are charging a 200$ premium for roughly 50$ in parts and the "priviledge" to pay for 3G and later 4G. Add to that the fact that they offer "month-to-month" data with no contract, but apparently if you dont pay for a month or two, you have to pay 35$ to reactivate. Someone will have to prove a tangible reason for this fee before I will consider it anything but greedy.
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As much money as corporations make, the brass at those corps make and the revenue the shareholders get.. well, I find no fault in your logic in how you conduct business.
Anyone that says otherwise is just throwing stones cause they have nothing better to do, or are kicking themselves for not being as sharp a consumer.
Policies exist for us to take advantage of... if Costco thought their policy wasn't good for business it never would have seen light of day.
Sirchuk said:
Rumor says that costco will have the 3G tablet for $100 less than Verizon/BestBuy.
Also to note, nobody has seen the actual rebate form for the $35 back. How much do you want to bet it's going to require service for at least 2 months?
If BestBuy really is only 14 Days, I may have to renew my costco membership.
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Ugh, yeah, 14 days sucks. If Costco really is $100 less, I'm definitely going to renew my membership. Might do it now just due to the 90 days. I don't anticipate returning it, but I didn't think I would with the Nook Color either. It went back on day 30 of their 30 day return.
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I rarely exploit return policies. Most of the time I am optimistic but simply can't live with a device. I simply couldn't live with the iPad, or the Viewsonic G-Tablet. These devices are too expensive for doubts.
It's small potatoes, but consider paying 100$ for a Costco Executive Membership instead of 50$ for the basic. The Executive membership has a bunch of perks, but most notably is 2% cashback at the end of the year on most purchases. If I recall the only normal exception is gasoline. But if you have a Costco credit card you get 3% on gas. It's not much.. but if you get executive membership.. you'd save 14$ on a 700$ xoom.. or 16$ on a 800$ one.
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Gold Star Membership is available to individuals who do not qualify for a Business Membership. Gold Star Membership is $50 per year, and includes one household card per primary membership. See the membership counter at your local Costco warehouse for additional information, or call us at 1-800-774-2678.
Executive Membership
Executive Membership is our highest level of membership. Executive Members receive an annual 2% Reward on most Costco purchases, and extra benefits on member services, such as lower prices on check printing, auto financing and long-distance phone service; larger Costco Cash card amounts for mortgage, real estate and home equity transactions; one-year free roadside assistance for vehicles covered through the Auto Insurance Program; and extra travel benefits.
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Anyone know if Bestbuy pre-order is refundable? I was thinking, I might just put down a deposit just in case I cannot get it at Costco.
harajuka said:
Anyone know if Bestbuy pre-order is refundable? I was thinking, I might just put down a deposit just in case I cannot get it at Costco.
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Don't quote me as I can be forgetful. I am 90% sure that I pre-ordered the EVO at BB then cancelled, got my 50$ back.. and went to radioshack. If memory serves BB handles pre-orders by giving you a gift-card which I was able to refund.
Again don't quote me on this, but I do recall that I was on the list at BB but then I went to RadioShack. I think I did that to get a better number because BB already had like 16 people ahead of me. BB refunded me, but radioshack wouldn't since I ended up getting my EVO on eBay from a Google I/O dev.
Hey everyone
So like a lot of people I was an early adopter of the device and purchased it right away on a new 3 year term for 169.
I was a previous client so i had gone through retention and had recieved an additional 50 on my phone so i only paid about 120.
Today Bell released a new promotion for the phone a 3 year term to sell for 69.
I called up bell right away spoke to customer service and retention. The issue is that according to them this limited discount is for new activations only. which is pretty bs if you ask me but in any case these are the current options without spending hours on the phone with retention and actually getting the discount.
You can return the phone now for "buyers remorse" and resign and get the phone at the reduced priced. the problem is you lose the right to grandfather yourself in with your prior plan. so it means you lose all you had before.
In my case i went through retention and recieved quite a few reductions and changes. if i went back for the discounted new price, id be signing a new contract and new terms.
Basically if youre new to bell it works fine to go and do this. if youre a previous customer it may not be in your best interest to try to save the 100. obviously its aggravating but its the price we pay to be the first!
Other than that you can probably sit and complain and speak to a supervisor to get the additional 100 which in all honesty i did not have the patience to do considering i spent 4 hours total on the phone wit them the day of to get the phone!
I'm guessing that Bell's massive marketing efforts didn't convince enough people to buy it at $169.99.
It'd be nice if the off contract price got reduced to $499. I bet you a lot of people that bought it for $599 would go and return their phone to buy it back at the reduce price, lol.
I bought my Atrix on release day. I called customer service and in less than 15 minutes had my account credited the $100 difference. It was easier than I thought.
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Good to know about the price redeuction. Anyone selling on Kijiji will also have to reduce their sell price. Might be a good time to buy one off contract through a Kijiji seller. Oh and don't worry, I have bought and sold enough phones on Kijiji so I know a "Like New" or "BNIB" box scenario all too well. If it's not factory sealed, don't touch it. And if the box is open, then the offer gets reduced.
Price is again 169.95
Do you think a sale will happen any time soon again?!!!
yeah its back up to $169 at bell and best buy.
Guess it was a short promotion.
Glad I got mine for 0$ on the last day.