EDIT: Damn, meant to post this in the Tmobile S5 section.
Hi,
I'm on an S2 T989 w/ CM rom on tmobile prepaid for close to 4 years now and I'm feeling an upgrade. My criteria are: New phone (or equivalent), $300 max, removable battery, SD card expansion, OLED screen, tmobile prepaid compatible, root and custom ROM available.
This limits my options and it seems the S5 is the best choice. I'm not really willing to compromise on any of those features. I don't mind having an older phone, obviously, it will still be a huge upgrade coming from the S2.
Is the G900T the model I want? I see stuff about locked bootloader. Also the Verizon variant reportedly works with tmobile, but maybe not on all 4G bands, is there any benefit vs the G900T?
I bought this S2 from Walmart for prepaid plan on a sale for $300. Walmart has the S5 available for $350, but I see this phone on ebay "new" at $250 and swappa "mint" at $200. As I've never purchased anything but a retail phone, what should I look out for? The ebay ones all say new but open box (so they can unlock, supposedly). I'm afraid they're just putting in refurbs or something. I saw one seller claim they're overstock contract phones and they guaranteed a clean IMEI, is this a safe route? I'm not sure if it would have manufacturer warranty, either, but saving $100 over walmart is tempting. At least I can do my own repair to an extent, I replaced my S2 screen and other parts over the years.
Can an unlocked contract phone be used with tmobile prepaid? I see no reason why not, but one ebay seller said they don't guarantee prepaid compatibility.
Anyone want to dissuade me from this path?
Thanks for any help. Sorry if I'm not breaking any rules here
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I'm having a lot of trouble locating one of these. It's currently out for AT&T correct?
Not on newegg or amazon.
For those of you using this as a phone as well.. could you give me feedback on how you like it? Do you use a bluetooth headset? If so, what brand/model?
Please take some time to read previous threads on this.
after doing a bit more research heres what i've found (cant post links bc im a new user):
ebay - 629.00 - 7 day return policy - 1 year seller warranty.
amazon - 659.99 - no warranty
not on any major sites (other than amazon) such as newegg and crutchfield, or bestbuy.
the ebay deal > amazon (obviously).
surprised its not sold by these major retailers... what gives?
also, its factory "unlocked" meaning it isnt carrier specific?
burhanistan said:
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okay ill look at other threads. please provide a link if you can
edit: i just looked through the first 6 pages of this general forum, and found nothing about pricing and availability.
Negri - ~$580 with shipping
https://negrielectronics.com/samsun...gb-wifi-only-black-open-box.html#.T2n_38US1Ng
Craigslist
That's where I got mine at a ridiculously low price. $400 with a 2 yr square trade warranty. It was purchased from Negri.
I've seen other listings on Craiglist as well for lower than that Negri price.
OK.... IF you have AT&T already (smart phone with data), then you can get the International version of the tab. (6800)
AT&T and T-Mobile currently DOES NOT offer therse in there product line..
BUT They do work on those carriers..
.And the phone parts works too as well as internet, txt and mms messaging.
Verizon DOES carry them, but there is no phone capabilities built in . So no phone, txt or mms with Verizon
Here's a thread on where to buy in the USA.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1468325
The Negri link that maverick 777 posted is for the WI-FI version only..
That device WILL NOT give you phone, txt or mms capabilities.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1525108
If you want the phone etc with using your existing sim card from your smart phone with data plan with AT&T or T-mobile...
Then you need to get the international version with quad band etc
So I just remove my AT&T sim card out of my smart phone and jam it in my 6800 tab and BAM!!! Now I have a 7.7 inch screem smart phone!!
As far as using it for a phone.. it's cool IMHO, but you'll read where others distain the look and feel of a 7.7 inch phone..
I get along with it just fine...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1459696
.good luck with your decision
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Negri - ~$580 with shipping
https://negrielectronics.com/samsun...gb-wifi-only-black-open-box.html#.T2n_38US1Ng
Craigslist
That's where I got mine at a ridiculously low price. $400 with a 2 yr square trade warranty. It was purchased from Negri.
I've seen other listings on Craiglist as well for lower than that Negri price.
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i just read that negri isnt reliable. can someone who bought from there give insight?
edit: After reading the links, Negri is obviously reliable. There still wasn't a definite answer about the 'white' back and the 'silver/black' back. Any insight?
I'd say call Negri directly... may as well start at the source..
They're 800 number is in the web page..
I got mine there.. still waiting on the USA adapter for the charger though they promised it was in the mail twice now.
They should be able to tell you if they have any white ones..
Good luck
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I believe that Negri lists white and silver models separately on their site (and they have different price). So you can order the one you want. When I was ordering, the white ones were back-ordered.
I bought my GT 7.7 (and a Nokia N9) from Negri and was very satisfied with both orders.
Negri Most Reliable
I bought both my Note and 7.7 from Negri. They seemed to have inventory before most, and always comfortable to buy a product from a Company in the U.S. (Las Vegas) They shipped same day and delivery exactly when they said. I will buy my Note 10.1 from Negri when available. Both units previously purchased were international, which is best if you want to spend the extra money.
My experiences allow me to highly recommend Negri as your source vendor.
Negri has the 6810 for only $498.50. Sucks I just paid $572.50 less than a month ago!
I have used All Samsung Galaxies including S4 and using HTC one currently(AT&T Model). I really liked the G2. I am very desperate to buy this phone. So this thread is mainly to share the places where you can buy this phone, coupons if any. I am looking for AT&T compatible version only since i want to take advantage of the LTE. We can share places for International Version also.
Hopefully this an Unlocked AT&T Version Pre-order($619 only):
http://negrielectronics.com/lg-g2-unlocked-white.html?gclid=CI28rpKehbkCFcue4AodIikAIw#.Ug_SJZKHuCB
International Version Unlocked- available right now($900).. Removable battery and Slot for Microsd card, Not compatible with AT&T LTE, works on 3G though:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/LG-Optimus-...1266387815?pt=Cell_Phones&hash=item3cd4b0b367
...and if your in the UK
http://www.clove.co.uk/lg-g2
Good post
Thanks for these information.
Mediamarkt in Germany lists it for 499€ http://www.mediamarkt.de/mcs/product/LG-G2-weiß,48353,464028,900020.html?langId=-3
It's the 16 gb version though. Compared to galaxy s4 which costs 519€ I'd say we are in for a very nice price like the optimus g when it came.
Where buy NY
Hello,
My girlfriend goes to NY in november, so where i can buy LG G2 cheaper?
I saw in bestbuy but, is very expensive. Here in Brasil is much more, i know, but, in amazon i found about 200 dollar less...and i want a physically store...Some Help?
I got mine on Sunday for $49 from Best Buy. First they price-matched the Amazon.com price of $99 (down from their price of $199). Then they had a promotion going with the G2 where if you traded in any old working smartphone they'd give you a $50 gift card to use towards the purchase. Couldn't pass up that deal.
Hey guys, currently looking to sell my iPhone 5 and go back to Android and get an LG G2. Note, I'm on Verizon and will be paying full retail. I about bought one last weekend when it was $449 off contract from Verizon, but thought that price would stick and I could sell my phone first. I was wrong, and now it's $549. I noticed on Swappa most new ones are $450~ give or take, will it stay at this price or lower, or will it reflect the full retail now that the sale is over? Basically, do I have time to sell mine or should I act now? Also, do you think there will be any sales soon that have the G2 for a cheaper price off contract? Thanks!
Hi. The lowest I can find an AT&T s5 is $559 retail, which I think is a recent price drop after s6 was announced. It is now about $100 lower than original retail. Since I think the s6 will be $699 can I expect much lower retail in next 4 months? Will be paying cash up front--no contract or NEXT plans.
It is my understanding that ideally I want the unlocked T-Mobile version so I can use on AT&T or to get and unlock. Any suggestions on how to get this? I loved the freedom I had with unlocked boot loader and rooted Nexus.
Thank you
Edit: I posted the below deal this morning but it was pointed out in the replies that an even steeper Nexus 6 discount was announced today (see Phandroid link below). The 32 GB Nexus 6 is now available for $500 from Best Buy and also the Google Store (64 GB for $550).
I wish to highlight a Nexus 6 deal which I could not find listed anywhere else on XDA Dev or by Google search. The unlocked Nexus 6 is available for $550 at Best Buy. To obtain it at this price, one simply needs to ask in store for the unlocked Nexus 6 and then ask for a price match against T-mobile's online store, where the phone is currently on sale for $549.84. I also called Best Buy customer service and was informed by a representative that this price match should apply in all stores and to any purchases made from the Best Buy online store.
I can confirm this approach can work, since I was able to obtain a Nexus 6 for $549.84 in store from a Best Buy store this last weekend. However, I also found a Best Buy forum post where it was claimed that the price match was initially not honored (unfortunately I cannot include the link since I am a new member). Therefore, the ease of this approach may vary according to the representative one encounters.
As an additional note, T-mobile starter kits, which include a nano SIM, are currently on sale at Best Buy for $5. Thus one can set up an unlocked Nexus 6 on T mobile for ~$555 plus tax.
I apologize if I posted this thread in the wrong place or duplicated a pre existing thread. I will monitor the thread and delete/repost if necessary.
Is there any advantage (Other than the price right now) to buying the unlocked version -vs- the carrier specific one?
jimi_pooh said:
Is there any advantage (Other than the price right now) to buying the unlocked version -vs- the carrier specific one?
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The ATT and Verizon are locked to their respective carrier. However once you have them paid off for the device you can get it unloved to work on other carriers.
The hard was is all the same.
shamelin73 said:
The ATT and Verizon are locked to their respective carrier. However once you have them paid off for the device you can get it unloved to work on other carriers.
The hard was is all the same.
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Thanks. I'm thinking of getting one but I currently have the Note 3 on ATT and they use diff sim cards. I was going to simply pop mine in. Seems like I have to get a nano sim and add another line. I hate that the carriers have us by the sacs.
jimi_pooh said:
Thanks. I'm thinking of getting one but I currently have the Note 3 on ATT and they use diff sim cards. I was going to simply pop mine in. Seems like I have to get a nano sim and add another line. I hate that the carriers have us by the sacs.
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If you get one you don't have to add a line just have AT&T switch Sims and phone.
You would have to buy out right. With the T-Mobile $100 off deal is a great way to save some money. Best Buy will match the price.
Also Best Buy is selling the 64gb version for $550 not the 32gb Verizon and AT&T sells.
No need for price match anymore.
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/motorol...blue/3967011.p?id=1219610985372&skuId=3967011
manup456 said:
Also Best Buy is selling the 64gb version for $550 not the 32gb Verizon and AT&T sells.
No need for price match anymore.
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/motorol...blue/3967011.p?id=1219610985372&skuId=3967011
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Thanks, I just saw that too! Google says that TMO doesn't price match, but I'm still in my 14 day window for the one I bought from them. Has anyone had any luck getting them to price match, or at least allow a return without their restocking fee?
http://phandroid.com/2015/06/02/nexus-6-9-google-store-discount-promo/
Just returned mine back to BB and bought new saved another $50 bucks and ended up buying a 60'' LED for $450