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Historically, when do samsung preorders ship?

I ordered a s7 edge through verizon but I have an issue with the delivery date. They are saying they should hit the stores March 11, but I will be in Texas for my Sister in laws wedding from March 9th until the 12th. So the issue is should I keep my delivery for my home in Colorado or have it sent to Texas.
Do the preorders usually go out early? I would think it would only be fair if people who pre-ordered to get it before people can get it at the stores.

Well for T-Mobile USA they sent the S6 a week early for some users. Verizon tends to be on the dot maybe a day early in most cases.

Anyone know how BestBuy handles pre-orders for online shipping?
IIRC, I pre-ordered the s6 edge last year from Verizon (online) and it came 1 day before the release date.

Follow my preorder thread in the discussion threads, I'll update it as soon as any news about early devices being shipped pops. Verified news, not he/she says.
Last year tmo sent devices a week early so I'd imagine the same again regardless.

Thanks for the input! I think I will just have it sent there in hopes that it will be there a little early. They can ship it to me if it gets there late. Man would that drive me crazy though.
I hate that you have to wait until you get your phone to sign up for the VR gear. They said they have limited supply. Since it is going to other countries and carriers first I should hope there will be some left if I get mine a day late or something. One of the main reasons I ordered it was for the VR gear and I would be super ticked if they ran out!

http://www.roadtovr.com/up-to-30000...ll-come-with-us-s7-pre-orders-starting-today/
I am a little bothered by this article saying there will only be 300,000 VR units given in the US. I wonder how many pre orders there will be. I think you receive a VR gear based off of what number you are in the pre order list, not whenever you happened to get your phone. If you get yours late, you might miss your shot. But the way they are advertising it makes it seem like nearly everyone will get one. I hope that is the case.

Dirtdawg57 said:
http://www.roadtovr.com/up-to-30000...ll-come-with-us-s7-pre-orders-starting-today/
I am a little bothered by this article saying there will only be 300,000 VR units given in the US. I wonder how many pre orders there will be. I think you receive a VR gear based off of what number you are in the pre order list, not whenever you happened to get your phone. If you get yours late, you might miss your shot. But the way they are advertising it makes it seem like nearly everyone will get one. I hope that is the case.
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I'm sure there will be a lot of cancellations if this is the case.

My AT&T preorder says shipping on the 7th to arrive on the 8th. Many sites are reporting preorders will be out 3 days early from the official launch on the 11th.

I just talked to 2 verizon reps and the first one said the phone should arrive on the 11th, and the other checked with her manager and said it would ship out on the eleventh and not arrive until the 14th. To me it makes no sense that the people who preordered will get there phone 2 days after the phone comes out in the store.
I am not throwing any fits because it is unfair, but this is a issue for me because I don't know where to have the phone shipped. And like my earlier post said, it seems that they are only giving out around 300,000 VR Gears, so if I am a couple days late getting it, I may lose my chance at getting the VR gear. ?

Dirtdawg57 said:
Thanks for the input! I think I will just have it sent there in hopes that it will be there a little early. They can ship it to me if it gets there late. Man would that drive me crazy though.
I hate that you have to wait until you get your phone to sign up for the VR gear. They said they have limited supply. Since it is going to other countries and carriers first I should hope there will be some left if I get mine a day late or something. One of the main reasons I ordered it was for the VR gear and I would be super ticked if they ran out!
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That's incorrect. You can input your invoice that you purchased a device starting March 3rd on Samsungs website, I forgot where I found this information but if I remember I'll link it
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Shoulon said:
That's incorrect. You can input your invoice that you purchased a device starting March 3rd on Samsungs website, I forgot where I found this information but if I remember I'll link it
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Please do let me know! I keep hearing that you need your phone to do it. My receipt from Verizon does not have any info about the phone other than what it is, and the pre order number.

http://www.androidpolice.com/2016/0...ear-vr-with-purchase-of-galaxy-s7-or-s7-edge/
This makes it seem like you will need your phone. I sure hope there are plenty of VR units to go out to all the preorders. If not, there may be a lot of angry people.

Dirtdawg57 said:
Please do let me know! I keep hearing that you need your phone to do it. My receipt from Verizon does not have any info about the phone other than what it is, and the pre order number.
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Link is here: https://promos.samsungpromotions.com/GearVR

I pre-ordered from Best Buy so they will ship the VR with the phone. Also getting a free 64gb SD card.

My S6 edge was delivered on March 30th (T-Mobile), and (I think) the release date was somewhere around April 10th. So, don't be too surprised if you get a shipped confirmation email in the next week or so.

Also plan on getting mine through BestBuy. Seems like less of a hassle than waiting "4-6" weeks for the GearVR to come in.

That does sound nice, but I didn't really want to fork out 300 and be stuck in a contract. I might contact samsung and verizon and try to get some assurance that there will be enough to go around. Otherwise, I might cancel and hold out to see what the V10 sequel has in store.

Dirtdawg57 said:
That does sound nice, but I didn't really want to fork out 300 and be stuck in a contract. I might contact samsung and verizon and try to get some assurance that there will be enough to go around. Otherwise, I might cancel and hold out to see what the V10 sequel has in store.
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You can buy phones at BestBuy without a contract, that's what I'm doing.

shadow82x said:
You can buy phones at BestBuy without a contract, that's what I'm doing.
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You have to pay full price though right?

Shoulon said:
That's incorrect. You can input your invoice that you purchased a device starting March 3rd on Samsungs website, I forgot where I found this information but if I remember I'll link it
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Dirtdawg57 said:
Please do let me know! I keep hearing that you need your phone to do it. My receipt from Verizon does not have any info about the phone other than what it is, and the pre order number.
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ericzhf said:
Link is here: https://promos.samsungpromotions.com/GearVR
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That link actually proves that you need the IMEI and WiFi address.
First, they mention in the text on that page that you need to fill out the form and submit a receipt. That doesn't say what info is required for the form so it does not suffice as a counter-example, nor any evidence that the receipt is the only information you need.
Secondly, that page provides a link to the actual terms and clicking through you can see that the section on submitting the claim explicitly lists the IMEI number (3.b.iii) and the WiFi MAC address (3.b.iv) in addition to the receipt.
So, IMEI and WiFI MAC are certainly required to claim the Gear VR...

Any AT&T phones shipped yet?

At&t shipped the Galaxy S7 edge early. Anyone get a shipment confirmation from at&t Note 7?
My Status:
Order status:
Preparing to ship
We're getting your order ready to ship. Expect your items to ship during the dates we gave you.
Thank you for placing your order with us.
Estimated ship dates:
August 17, 2016 - August 18, 2016
Number of item(s): 1 Cancel order
Samsung Galaxy Note7
Samsung Galaxy Note7

here we go with this thread...

my status states shipping 16th or 17th.

From what I can tell, only my watch has shipped.

sireniankyle said:
From what I can tell, only my watch has shipped.
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I ordered mine from the AT&T website. Never saw anything about the promos. I figured after I receive it, I'll go get the promos. But was just curious.

dmbfan13 said:
I ordered mine from the AT&T website. Never saw anything about the promos. I figured after I receive it, I'll go get the promos. But was just curious.
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I was going to order from at&t, but they made 0 mention of any offers except their 2 year contract bs. Best Buy is letting you choose between a memory card or watch. I already have a 200GB, so the watch was more appealing to me than a 256GB card. Sprint has it so that you go on Samsung's site once you have your device. Maybe at&t is the same?
EDIT: Click HERE to redeem your free memory card or Gear Fit 2. You may not be able to redeem it until you have your phone. Best Buy's website seems to be the only source where you get your watch early, and Best Buy stores are the only place where you get either the smaller watch, or the memory card when you pick up your phone.

sireniankyle said:
I was going to order from at&t, but they made 0 mention of any offers except their 2 year contract bs. Best Buy is letting you choose between a memory card or watch. I already have a 200GB, so the watch was more appealing to me than a 256GB card. Sprint has it so that you go on Samsung's site once you have your device. Maybe at&t is the same?
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I believe those are 2 different offers. One is through Samsung (Fit2 or SD Card), which you go to their site (http://samsungpromotions.com/) when you get your phone and enter in the IMEI and stuff like that. The other is through AT&T (Gear S2 or Tablet). I just never once was presented with a promotion through AT&T when I preordered my Note 7. Not sure I really want the items from AT&T, was just curious in case I am.

dmbfan13 said:
I believe those are 2 different offers. One is through Samsung (Fit2 or SD Card), which you go to their site (http://samsungpromotions.com/) when you get your phone and enter in the IMEI and stuff like that. The other is through AT&T (Gear S2 or Tablet). I just never once was presented with a promotion through AT&T when I preordered my Note 7. Not sure I really want the items from AT&T, was just curious in case I am.
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I would call them if you want the S2 or Tab E. Just to make sure that you aren't cheated.

Heads up! http://www.thestar.com.my/tech/tech-news/2016/08/10/samsung-note-7-delayed/

Venom0642 said:
Heads up! http://www.thestar.com.my/tech/tech-news/2016/08/10/samsung-note-7-delayed/
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Headline says "local" on a website based out of Malaysia. I think we're okay in the U.S..

sireniankyle said:
Headline says "local" on a website based out of Malaysia. I think we're okay in the U.S..
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Correct, posted it just incase tho.
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Is the Gear S2 or the tablet any good?
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borijess said:
Is the Gear S2 or the tablet any good?
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The real question is, do you really want to sign an agreement that you are willing to pay $10 a month for them for the next 2 years?

e36eury said:
The real question is, do you really want to sign an agreement that you are willing to pay $10 a month for them for the next 2 years?
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In my opinion the Gear S2 is an excellent watch, but I never used the 3G because I always had it tethered to my phone. I agree that it is really not worth the extra $10 a month.

Is anybody here doing the Sam's Club deal?
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Soooo I just tracked my shipment that is supposed to just be my watch, and I'm getting my hopes up that there is a Note 7 in there. The package weighs 0.88lbs, and a gear fit 2 only weighs 0.066lbs, and a Note 7 weighs 0.373 lbs. The 2 together only weigh 0.439lbs, which leaves room for packaging, and accessories! Due to arrive today. I'll report back with my probable disappointment later on.
UPDATE: Just the watch. Which I'm okay with, because I got mine waaaay before most people.

I was hoping the Note 7 was in the box for you bro. Next week hopefully.

sireniankyle said:
Soooo I just tracked my shipment that is supposed to just be my watch, and I'm getting my hopes up that there is a Note 7 in there. The package weighs 0.88lbs, and a gear fit 2 only weighs 0.066lbs, and a Note 7 weighs 0.373 lbs. The 2 together only weigh 0.439lbs, which leaves room for packaging, and accessories! Due to arrive today. I'll report back with my probable disappointment later on.
UPDATE: Just the watch. Which I'm okay with, because I got mine waaaay before most people.
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I got my gear s2 on wed really happy with it going to get the memory card from samsung as i already got a garmin vivosmart hr+ which i really like

Just checked my order status. Now stating backordered.

mikechek said:
Just checked my order status. Now stating backordered.
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What country are you located in, and where did you order from?

Well now it get confusing: Samsung says those that take s7/edge WON'T get replacement

http://www.phonearena.com/news/Sams...l-until-the-new-phablets-are-launched_id85283
I can't believe how badly this is being handled by Samsung. I now have the exchanged s7 edge but it's not my device of choice. Samsung now says they won't switch it. Wow.
As soon as v20 comes out I will seriously consider switching for it.
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ekerbuddyeker said:
http://www.phonearena.com/news/Sams...l-until-the-new-phablets-are-launched_id85283
I can't believe how badly this is being handled by Samsung. I now have the exchanged s7 edge but it's not my device of choice. Samsung now says they won't switch it. Wow.
As soon as v20 comes out I will seriously consider switching for it.
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and this is why I still have both my Note 7s, smh

Got told today at AT&T to keep my note 7 new shipments should be in Monday or Tuesday

I better be able to trade this crappie s7 edge for my note 7....can't tell people that you can have them do it then tell them they can't that's just messed up big time.
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AT&T has their exchange policy for the note 7 clearly posted on their site. They will honor the exchange back to note 7. This article is anything but official anyway so I wouldn't read too much into it.

ShrekOpher said:
Got told today at AT&T to keep my note 7 new shipments should be in Monday or Tuesday
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Yup very true AT&T Store Manager is a friend of mines he said the same thing, then i Will replace mines even though there's nothing wrong with mine's.
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I hope that's true. Don't like this edge too much and there's nothing else out there in would want.
This whole fiasco has really [email protected] me off. So much wasted time.
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Then looks like who ever wrote the article is just trying to start a panic.
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sharkattack99 said:
Then looks like who ever wrote the article is just trying to start a panic.
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Click bait for sure

I've been to the AT&T store here in Dearborn 3 times in the last few days. First time then didn't seem to know why they weren't selling note 7 anymore. The second time (after I told them the first time) they still had no other information on it. Today I went in and told them I wanted a temporary 7 edge. Not one person at the story knew about the $25 or that the phone I was to get could be returned and didn't believe me. I showed them the recall page for AT&T and still didn't get it....Asked me to show them were it said that the temp phone could be returned. I spouted out quite loudly "you guys are bull****" and just as loudly said "you're not going to rip me off". At the same time I heard them telling another customer the same crap.
I went home and posted a shot at them on facebook then called AT&T on the phone. They told me that the store was "very wrong" and should have known all about how to work the recall. Said I should go to another store to get it taken care of. I plan to go back to the store I started with. Make them put out a 7 edge that I'll use and return in less than a week (hopefully) plus the paper work.

cordell12 said:
and this is why I still have both my Note 7s, smh
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Haha.. EXACTLY!!

So I chatted into AT&T a short time ago, we all know these guys are not the most informed. The chat rep informed me that the replacement devices will not be in for roughly 1 month.

Always go to corporate stores. Avoid the rest since they are just authorized retailers barely batter than department store locations since their policies can and sometimes do differ or are just outright ignorant.

ekerbuddyeker said:
http://www.phonearena.com/news/Sams...l-until-the-new-phablets-are-launched_id85283
I can't believe how badly this is being handled by Samsung. I now have the exchanged s7 edge but it's not my device of choice. Samsung now says they won't switch it. Wow.
As soon as v20 comes out I will seriously consider switching for it.
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Wait, so you traded in your Note 7 for S7 Edge and probably got refunded for the difference, correct? Now, you're expecting to use S7 Edge as a loaner until new Note 7 is out?

fortesquieu said:
Wait, so you traded in your Note 7 for S7 Edge and probably got refunded for the difference, correct? Now, you're expecting to use S7 Edge as a loaner until new Note 7 is out?
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What do you mean, "Wait"? That's exactly how it is supposed to work.

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Wait, so you traded in your Note 7 for S7 Edge and probably got refunded for the difference, correct? Now, you're expecting to use S7 Edge as a loaner until new Note 7 is out?
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That's exactly what AT&T write in their release. Actually I didnt pay / receive anything when I did the swap. They just annotated my account that it's a loaner.
It is possible that carriers are dealing with this different this than if people ordered direct from Samsung.
However, I'm sure the next switcheroo won't be straightforward.
If I was LG I would be rushing to full this his void with the v20. What an opportunity.
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I went to an authorized reseller and they told me they wouldn't help me. That the chance of my phone exploding was so low that I should just hold onto it until ATT would do a swap via mail. So much BS.. I called the att 1800 number and they told me that store was completely wrong and to go to a corporate store. Went to a corporate store (30 minutes away) and took about 30 minutes to switch me to a temporary loaner s7. Now how we get a note 7 again, no one knows.... Or when..
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Oh and even now Samsung's official recall site says you only get a j... I'm guessing it doesn't apply to us that switched before they changed their minds..

spoke to local ATT store, and they once again told me if I am not having issues I can keep my devices. but if I want they will swap them and will take back the loaned devices. she also told me I can get any device in the store, and still switch back to note 7 when it comes in. millage seems to vary from store to store, she also told me it must be a "Corp" store, not a auth retailer.

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What do you mean, "Wait"? That's exactly how it is supposed to work.
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Ahh. We didn't have that option here in Canada. Either S7/Edge with the difference refunded or a cheap loaner.

http://about.att.com/story/att_statement_on_exchanges_for_the_samsung_galaxy_note7.html
AT&T Statement on Exchanges for the Samsung Galaxy Note7
MOBILITY / Dallas, Texas, 9 days ago ShareFacebookTwitterLinkedInEmail
Samsung and the CPSC (Consumer Product Safety Commission) strongly recommend that you power down and stop using your Galaxy Note7 device immediately. Click here for the CPSC’s full statement.
Because safety is our top priority, customers are strongly encouraged to exchange the Samsung Note7 for a new device. Return it with any Note7 accessories for an exchange as soon as possible to your local AT&T retail location.
Samsung and the CPSC have asked all retailers, including AT&T, to stop selling the device. Customers with a Note7 may select a Galaxy S7, Galaxy S7 edge, Galaxy S7 active, Galaxy Note7 (when available) or any other smartphone, and may also return any Note7 accessories.
Customers who exchange their Note7 can keep their new device, or trade it in later for a new Note7, when available. For more information on the device exchange process, please visit www.att.com/note7 for more information.
https://www.att.com/esupport/article.html#!/wireless/KM1122948
Can I exchange or return my Note7 if I am out of the normal return period?
Yes!
How do I exchange my Note7?
Return to the location where you purchased your Note7 and bring your device, charger, accessories, packaging, and receipts you have to process your exchange without a restocking fee. Click here for a location near you AT&T store locations.
I purchased my Note7 online or via the phone. How do I exchange?
If purchased online or through phone order, please visit an AT&T store. If you are unable to visit an AT&T Retail location or one is not in your area, please call 800.331.0500. At this time, please power down your device. Please do not ship your Note7 back; further direction will be provided at a later date.
Will I be able to return my Note7 even if it is damaged?
Exchanges and returns will be honored regardless of condition of the Note7 device.
Can I return my temporary device and accessories for a new Note7 when it is available?
Yes! Your temporary device needs to be undamaged (no water damage, cracked screen, etc.) in order to return it for the new Note7. To protect your temporary device, you can purchase accessories like cases and screen protectors that also can be returned.
Will I be able to return my accessories for my Note7 that I purchased from AT&T?
Yes, Note7 accessories can be returned to the AT&T location where you purchased them or if you purchased online, you can return them to the nearest AT&T store.
Main att store here told me same thing i should swap and highly encouraged to s7 or s7edge as a loner and I could switch back to the note when the new shipment arrives for free. I opted to keep mine and charge it only when im near it. I charge it on a mouse pad I have on my glass desk. I love the phone to much to bring it back only to wait after I preordered on the 3rd.

Get a Gear VR for free with your temporary Galaxy S7 Edge promo

While in the store last night I noticed Samsungs new promotion for the Galaxy phones. S7 and S7 Edge which was a Gear VR/256GB MicroSD.
Since I am getting a Galaxy S7 Edge as a temporary replacement I asked if I could use this device to submit for this promo. They indicated there is no reason why not as I will be given a receipt and I am technically purchasing this "Loaner" till the Replacement Note 7 arrive in what they said is currently 2-3 weeks.
So if you are interested in a free Gear VR (Supposedly the new version that is compatible with the Note 7) and like me you are turning in your phone to the store for a temporary replacement you can take advantage of this offer.
https://promos.samsungpromotions.com/tryonthefuture/
Update:
My Gear VR Promotion is moving along: Submission Approved. Preparing for Shipment.

are they giving the new GEAR VR or the old one?

christophec said:
are they giving the new GEAR VR or the old one?
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I think it will be new one..cause if you go to the link below, the old one 2015, doesnt have Note 7, S7 nor S7 edge as part of compatible devices. Unless they didnt update that page, but if you go into the 2016 page, it has all of them listed like s6,s7,note 5, note 7
Can anyone confirm this?
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/virtual-reality/gear-vr/gear-vr-sm-r322nzwaxar/

Djapatos said:
I think it will be new one..cause if you go to the link below, the old one 2015, doesnt have Note 7, S7 nor S7 edge as part of compatible devices. Unless they didnt update that page, but if you go into the 2016 page, it has all of them listed like s6,s7,note 5, note 7
Can anyone confirm this?
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/virtual-reality/gear-vr/gear-vr-sm-r322nzwaxar/
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Take this with a grain of salt. But the T-Mobile rep indicated it was the 2016 Model.

Well based on the pic in the promo it is the 2016
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So I did some digging. All the reference material from the promotion website is showing the 2016 Model. The setup instructions refer to the USB-C Adapter(which is 2016 only) so by all accounts short of calling Samsung it looks to be the current 2016 Model being offered. 99.99 retail (The older model is 79.99 now) That leads me to believe it is the new model.
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Gear VR Setup: samsungpromotions.com/TryOnTheFuture/Setup
This is the document that references the 2016 model in association with the "TryOnTheFuture" promotion page.

Wondering why this was offered with the Note 7. Was there a promotion when the S7 was released?

They are giving out the new one per the terms and agreement of the promotion
https://promos.samsungpromotions.com/TryOnTheFuture/en-us/Rules

mgbotoe said:
They are giving out the new one per the terms and agreement of the promotion
https://promos.samsungpromotions.com/TryOnTheFuture/en-us/Rules
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Sure is:
4. GIFT DETAILS: Upon verification of the Offer Claim Form and receipt (determined by
Sponsor in its sole discretion), the Participant will be sent his/her choice of either a Samsung
Gear VR (SM-R323NBKAXAR) (est. $99.99 value) and an Oculus content bonus (est. $50
value), redeemable as a digital download from the Oculus store or a 256GB microSD EVO+
memory card (est. $249.99 value) (each a “Gift”).
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/virtual-reality/gear-vr/sm-r323nbkaxar-sm-r323nbkaxar/

I just talked to the customer service, ordered the s7 edge replacement.
she said : - no need to send the note 7 until the new one arrive... i will send it back with the loaner one if i want to have the new note 7.
- samsung will switch off the device september 30th (is that true? i was reading that this was a rumor, but the lady was pretty accurate in everything she told me)
she also said that it will take a few hours before I receive an email confirmation and agreement because there is only one person entering manually all the IMEI and agreement's details for the note 7 replacement .. lol.

DeadPhoenix said:
While in the store last night I noticed Samsungs new promotion for the Galaxy phones. S7 and S7 Edge which was a Gear VR/256GB MicroSD.
Since I am getting a Galaxy S7 Edge as a temporary replacement I asked if I could use this device to submit for this promo. They indicated there is no reason why not as I will be given a receipt and I am technically purchasing this "Loaner" till the Replacement Note 7 arrive in what they said is currently 2-3 weeks.
So if you are interested in a free Gear VR (Supposedly the new version that is compatible with the Note 7) and like me you are turning in your phone to the store for a temporary replacement you can take advantage of this offer.
https://promos.samsungpromotions.com/tryonthefuture/
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Hey Man. I have a question as far as your loaner galaxy 7s edge. What was the procedure to get the loaner 7s edge? I went on Sunday to the store and they said that they would have to reimburse my account for the n7 then I can make the purchase for the s7 edge as if it was a new phone. Then repeat the procedure again when I get the new n7. I was also told the the loaner program is only done through the mail. They would mail it to me once I returned the n7. When I was at the store I was under the impression that the rep just didn't want to be bothered with the paper work because when I said I was going to do the transaction to get the s7 edge he said they had none left. Can you please let me know what the procedure was. Thanks sorry for getting off topic. Lol
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christophec said:
I just talked to the customer service, ordered the s7 edge replacement.
she said : - no need to send the note 7 until the new one arrive... i will send it back with the loaner one if i want to have the new note 7.
- samsung will switch off the device september 30th (is that true? i was reading that this was a rumor, but the lady was pretty accurate in everything she told me)
she also said that it will take a few hours before I receive an email confirmation and agreement because there is only one person entering manually all the IMEI and agreement's details for the note 7 replacement .. lol.
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I honestly think the answer is YES and no.
Yes - If the device shows exchanged and is reported to Samsung as exchanged by the provider then it makes sense they will deactivate it.
No - if not exchanged status they can't turn it off.
Official word is No from Samsung but I think the answer is conditional as stated above.

lildoggs said:
Hey Man. I have a question as far as your loaner galaxy 7s edge. What was the procedure to get the loaner 7s edge? I went on Sunday to the store and they said that they would have to reimburse my account for the n7 then I can make the purchase for the s7 edge as if it was a new phone. Then repeat the procedure again when I get the new n7. I was also told the the loaner program is only done through the mail. They would mail it to me once I returned the n7. When I was at the store I was under the impression that the rep just didn't want to be bothered with the paper work because when I said I was going to do the transaction to get the s7 edge he said they had none left. Can you please let me know what the procedure was. Thanks sorry for getting off topic. Lol
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Basically what you just described. I was a JoD customer. It was my first JoD. They returned the Note 7 and Jod'd me to the S7 Edge. The Rep confirmed I will still have 3 JoD's on my account after this edge. So I am still good and am not wasting it.

They let you exchange your note for a loaner in the store, because they told me to call customer care and have it shipped out

Awesome, I'll gladly take a new Gear VR to go along with the 256GB microSD I got with the Note7 promo...goof stuff

I had the edge 7 and I got the gear vr as a free gift back in March. Is this the same model?

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I had the edge 7 and I got the gear vr as a free gift back in March. Is this the same model?
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No. It is the new model that was released along side the Note 7
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No. It is the new model that was released along side the Note 7
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Ugh. I ordered the memory card thinking that it was the VR I already have. Crap.

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Ugh. I ordered the memory card thinking that it was the VR I already have. Crap.
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I had already bought the new one the day after my Note 7 arrived and have been trying to sell the older Gear VR I just bought back in July. I selected the Gear VR in the promo cause I really don't nerd anymore sd cards, I have plenty of those around the house. I will sell the Gear VR I just bought since I haven't used it and keep the promo one since it comes with bonus stuff.
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lildoggs said:
Hey Man. I have a question as far as your loaner galaxy 7s edge. What was the procedure to get the loaner 7s edge? I went on Sunday to the store and they said that they would have to reimburse my account for the n7 then I can make the purchase for the s7 edge as if it was a new phone. Then repeat the procedure again when I get the new n7. I was also told the the loaner program is only done through the mail. They would mail it to me once I returned the n7. When I was at the store I was under the impression that the rep just didn't want to be bothered with the paper work because when I said I was going to do the transaction to get the s7 edge he said they had none left. Can you please let me know what the procedure was. Thanks sorry for getting off topic. Lol
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https://explore.t-mobile.com/samsung-galaxy-note7-recall#2
I called the number listed here. I told them I wanted a replacement note 7 when they became available. They told me to turn off my current note 7 and store it in a safe place until the replacement note 7 became available. Then they told me to pick any phone I wanted as a loaner phone, shipped out next day air and I have it in my hand now.

Is this the best choice

So I had to return my phone note 7 stupid recall. I got the s7 edge t mobile is it the best phone to get or wait for the v20 or something else thank you

I'm in the same boat.... I'm going with the S7 Edge... samsung pay and gear vr are things I don't want to go without... plus samsung oled screens are so good, i have a hard time using anything with an IPS screen.

Same here grabbed s7 edge. At least 256 card works.
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I am in the same boat and somehow it feels wrong :crying:

Chr0nicDreamz said:
I am in the same boat and somehow it feels wrong :crying:
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Agreed. The Note 7 was great, and this is not so much.
A friend reminded me, too late, of the S6 Edge+. No water resist, no SD card, but bigger, faster, better sound than the S7 Edge. I have to have SD card, so I might not have gone that way, but it's a great phone for the money. Can be had on eBay for $300.

Seme here , I'm on s7 edge it's not to bad , I like it

S7 beats S6. I had both.
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S7e isn't a bad phone. It's the note7 minus spen and iris scanner. The screen difference feels negligible in hand ( my s7e almost fit my n7 case perfectly...... )
I'm not happy with losing the n7 but T-mobile is taking care of me. I'm technically buying the s7e on installment but any money put towards the s7e will be applied to the n7 ( or n8 ) when it comes back out and I will be able to return the s7e regardless the time frame......since I was a pre-order and already had mine at launch.
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I'm also a Note 7 refugee. While this wasn't my first choice it's not that bad. They also extended the promotion for the SD card and the VR headset. I'm ok till the Note 8 comes out.

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S7e isn't a bad phone. It's the note7 minus spen and iris scanner. The screen difference feels negligible in hand ( my s7e almost fit my n7 case perfectly...... )
I'm not happy with losing the n7 but T-mobile is taking care of me. I'm technically buying the s7e on installment but any money put towards the s7e will be applied to the n7 ( or n8 ) when it comes back out and I will be able to return the s7e regardless the time frame......since I was a pre-order and already had mine at launch.
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Hpw did you get them to put any money paid on the s7edge to the note 8?

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Hpw did you get them to put any money paid on the s7edge to the note 8?
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They noted my account that this was a loaner phone that I'm paying on. I was one of the original pre orders who received my phone and had to bring it back a week later for the recall. I was given the option of waiting overnight for a Loaner to be shipped or buy something in store and have it credited on the first recall replacement n7. The first replacement which was supposed to take a few weeks never came. I called 611 frantic worried I'd be stuck with an expensive phone I didn't want. They said my account was noted this was a replacement and a temporary device only due to the recall and even if it took a year I was safe to return it for a full refund ( or apply the refund to another phone ).
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Try and get an S7 Edge now. On back order until November. I ordered last week and it states it shipped but it's been on its way to UPS going on 5 days now. I guess the little old lady with the broken hip is crawling to UPS.

pyraxiate said:
They noted my account that this was a loaner phone that I'm paying on. I was one of the original pre orders who received my phone and had to bring it back a week later for the recall. I was given the option of waiting overnight for a Loaner to be shipped or buy something in store and have it credited on the first recall replacement n7. The first replacement which was supposed to take a few weeks never came. I called 611 frantic worried I'd be stuck with an expensive phone I didn't want. They said my account was noted this was a replacement and a temporary device only due to the recall and even if it took a year I was safe to return it for a full refund ( or apply the refund to another phone ).
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I talked to them and tried to get the same and they wont give it to me.

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I talked to them and tried to get the same and they wont give it to me.
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Were you one of the original pre-order customers? That might make a difference.
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S7 edge is an awesome phone.. I had since it came out no issues at all. I also had the note 7 well we know how that goes. Anyways s7 is fantastic
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Were you one of the original pre-order customers? That might make a difference.
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I got my V1 August 26th.

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I got my V1 August 26th.
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When I took mine back for the recall, there was a 2 day window where they issued a loaner but had to mail it out. I'm guessing they ran out of loaners. I opted for option 2 because I couldn't wait overnight. Basically they returned the note7 and had me put the s7e on the EIP instead. During that window, they made a note on my account that this was a temporary loaner type device until the note7 was released again. Several weeks passed and I didn't get a call from my retailer. I went in and one of the reps said they were likely pulling all note7 and stopping sales..... he could overnight one for me but I'd likely have to return that one too. I said I'd wait for the issue to be resolved. Went home, called 611 and threw a fit because I don't want to be stuck with an $800 phone I didn't want. The customer service rep said he would feel the same way too and checked my account. He said that my s7e IS showing as a loaner device.
I then asked him what it the n7 isn't released after waiting a year. At that point the s7e would be halfway paid off ( $400 Ish applied to the EIP ). He said that because I paid for the s7e as a loaner that all money applied to it would be reimbursed / put towards a note 7 ( or comparable device ...such as a note 8 ). I specifically asked what if it took a year....and he said the account is noted and I have nothing to worry about.
The following day I went to my T-mobile retailer and spoke to the manager ( excellent at customer service by the way ). I told him I already knew about the 2nd recall and wanted him to confirm about the loaner s7edge I'm paying on. He went into the account notes and saw where the 611 rep noted whenever a replacement n7 ( or comparable device ) was available, the s7e would be fully refunded.
I breathed a sigh of relief. The manager did my preorder on my n7 so he was already aware of everything. As long as my account is noted I'm good to go he said regardless the time frame.
Hopefully he is still there at the same location a year from now so it's easier. Lol
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