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I read this thread, but my questions go a bit further and I didn't want to hijack it: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1449820
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So the time to upgrade has come for me (to what is irrelevant), and I must do something with my trusty Fascinate. I could keep it as a backup, but my inclination is to sell it and I’m a complete noob to the smart-phone resale market. I know in looking at ads that it has some significant value, but I’m not quite sure how to prepare it for sale. Here are the questions I’m looking for input on:
1. Best resale channel – I know that XDA has a for-sale board, but would eBay be a better choice in terms of exposure?
2. The “clean ESN” question - My phone will have a clean ESN when I sell it, but how to prove that to a potential buyer without risk to me? I’ve read that there is some risk to revealing your ESN, but I’m not sure if that’s real.
3. Revert to stock? I’m currently running makelegs’ CM7 kang and Glitch 13.1, and at first I thought reverting to stock would be best, but I’ve read where Verizon is struggling with their current ROM’s problems so I’m not so sure.
4. Sell with or without my original 16 GB SD card? I’ve never had a failure with it, and if I sell on eBay I’m not sure if including it would increase the overall sales value to make it worthwhile. If I choose to sell it with the phone, I know I should make sure it is wiped.
I can only speak to #1, #3 and #4. Ebay would be a much better option IMHO. Lots more potential buyers. I just saw a broken fascinate go for $27 (+$10 shipping), and it had multiple bidders. Not bad for something that doesn't work at ALL!
If it was me I would return the phone to stock. You do not know the person that would buy it and they might not know anything about rooting/ROMS/etc. If you give them one that has a custom ROM on it, things might go bad for them.
If the phone works I would include the SD card, but I would make sure I wipe it.
I would recommend craigslist over ebay - much easier to be scammed as a seller and ebay costs a lot to post+sell+ship.
Also leave it as is, and ask the seller what rom they want on it. If they sound clueless, just do them a favor and revert it to factory and pretend you never asked.
Also in regards to the SD card, I would default it to no SD card, or if you got like a 2GB one - stick that in there. You'll need it for your next phone - and a 16GB would be $15-$20 more, and selling the SD card w/ the phone won't net you that much more.
As far as ESN, if it's on craigslist - you can verify it on VZ's website after you two meet, if it's over ebay/online - I guess you would tell them after payment you'll give them to ESN to verify? (not sure, i've always sold through craigslist)
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I read this thread, but my questions go a bit further and I didn't want to hijack it: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1449820
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So the time to upgrade has come for me (to what is irrelevant), and I must do something with my trusty Fascinate. I could keep it as a backup, but my inclination is to sell it and I’m a complete noob to the smart-phone resale market. I know in looking at ads that it has some significant value, but I’m not quite sure how to prepare it for sale. Here are the questions I’m looking for input on:
1. Best resale channel – I know that XDA has a for-sale board, but would eBay be a better choice in terms of exposure?
2. The “clean ESN” question - My phone will have a clean ESN when I sell it, but how to prove that to a potential buyer without risk to me? I’ve read that there is some risk to revealing your ESN, but I’m not sure if that’s real.
3. Revert to stock? I’m currently running makelegs’ CM7 kang and Glitch 13.1, and at first I thought reverting to stock would be best, but I’ve read where Verizon is struggling with their current ROM’s problems so I’m not so sure.
4. Sell with or without my original 16 GB SD card? I’ve never had a failure with it, and if I sell on eBay I’m not sure if including it would increase the overall sales value to make it worthwhile. If I choose to sell it with the phone, I know I should make sure it is wiped.
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1) eBay
2) they can check it themselves on Verizon's website. Put in your description that you will disclose esn to winning bidder to check themselves if they choose to do so.
3) always return to stock. I'd Odin eh03 from droidstyle's guide.
4) i would sell the SD card with it. Most if not all phones come with them anymore.
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Thanks to all for your input. I'll likely revert to stock and sell it on eBay with the SD card.
I have just purchased to S4s for my household. I plan on rooting my phone. I did a bit of searching but I did not see a root for the t-mobile version of this phone. I see one for sprint, and att. If there is a root for the t-mobile version please direct me to that.
The other question I have is I need a recommendation on accessories. Aside from micro-usb cables and what do you suggest I buy. I am currently looking for something that can make the phones as close to indestructible as possible. My wife has the tendency to destroy phones really quickly. I was thinking of the following products. http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/sa...ctor-glas-tr-slim-premium-tempered-glass.html and http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/samsung/galaxy-s4-cases/galaxy-s4-case-slim-armor.html
http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=2279
This is the area for TMobile - nothing in there?
driodman98 said:
I have just purchased to S4s for my household. I plan on rooting my phone. I did a bit of searching but I did not see a root for the t-mobile version of this phone. I see one for sprint, and att. If there is a root for the t-mobile version please direct me to that.
The other question I have is I need a recommendation on accessories. Aside from micro-usb cables and what do you suggest I buy. I am currently looking for something that can make the phones as close to indestructible as possible. My wife has the tendency to destroy phones really quickly. I was thinking of the following products. http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/sa...ctor-glas-tr-slim-premium-tempered-glass.html and http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/samsung/galaxy-s4-cases/galaxy-s4-case-slim-armor.html
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I want to sell my HTC One 32gb..
I decided that I want to upgrade to the Note 3 next month, a phablet would be better for my kind of lifestyle.
anyways, I thought I'd put up a forum (mods feel free to lock/trash it if it's inappropriate.)
if anyone is interested in buying, hit me up at and we can talk details.
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This is not the place to sell devices. I suggest you try and sell on swappa.
Hey guys, I have a situation and was hoping to hear some input on other alternatives I might've looked over. I have been with VZW since 09/25/12 and my current contract doesn't end until '14. I signed a family plan contract with my wife and I, (both started with the SGS3 -she's still using hers), but I've sold my handset last week, (temporarily using a flip phone awaiting the GN3). Now, what I was planning on doing was buying the VZW GN3 outright and using it until my contract is up in '14; I do realize buying outright will cost me ~$700 + tax, but I don't see a better option for me to upgrade as I am unable to upgrade handsets for another year and I do want a newer device or a new phone number. Is buying outright my best option? Should I invest in insurance, (I'm thinking yes for such a costly device, but which insurance? VZW insurance?)
Secondly, I will likely want my GN3 rooted with a custom ROM and the ability to tether, I've heard where people have stated with the KNOX feature and being on VZW, I will not be able to unlock the bootloader and thus not be able to root. If that is the case, and I am buying outright, should I not buy the VZW version and buy another brand GN3, (ie T-Mobile?). Again, I want to be able to do what Androids are meant to be able to do -customize. If I buy a $700 device I want to make sure I'll not be let down, hence my worries and questions.
Thirdly, and lastly, I plan on selling my wife's SGS3 and purchasing a VZW SGS4 for her. Granted, her SGS3 is not rooted and she isn't making use of the functionality available by rooting, is buying a VZW SGS4 her best option, (ie from Craigslist). Or can you "SIM unlock" another carrier's SGS4 that may be able to root/custom ROM, (unsure whether the SGS4 from VZW is rootable).
Thanks guys for any and all input! I realize some of my questions may have been answered, but making a single thread with cohesive answers for my questions is a far more efficient method for me to aid in purchasing my device.
Anybody care to chime in? Also with the GN3, is voice and data simultaneously operatable like the Sgs3?
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I'm with att wireless and purchased mines at full price selling my note 2 to my friend I recommend getting insurance also I no longer root devices so I can't answer that question for you
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You can't use a gsm carrier phone on a cdma network. Some roms may work but cell towers are different.
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Anyone? I understand the differences between GSM vs. CDMA.
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Hi,
Kudos to the generous soul that gets through this long-winded post and then is still willing to share some helpful advice...
BACKGROUND:
- I've had the 6T T-Mobile variant since Nov '18.
- Really like it, but TM's restrictions & delays with OxygenOS & Android security updates are frustrating, so ensuring the next device I get is unlocked is key.
- I'd like to upgrade to the 7-Pro (I'd consider the 7T & 7T Pro future releases as well, but leaning towards the Pro for now).
- I've got $315 remaining in e.i.p ("equipment installment plan") payments on the 6T...once the balance hits $290 (50% of the original price) the "Jump" service will allow upgrading to any TM device and starting a new e.i.p without having to pay that remaining $290.
- I assumed that if I wanted an unlocked version of the next phone, I'd have to eat the remaining $315 of the 6T and trade it in directly to OnePlus for the 7-Pro, or sell it somewhere else and buy the 7-Pro at sites like Amazon, eBay, etc.
- But yesterday a T-Mobile store rep suggested, "you could always Jump your 6T to the 7-Pro and then root it". He mentioned that this would allow (among tons of other customizations) keeping up-to-date with OxygenOS & Android updates.
- When I asked if that would void the warranty and/or prevent potential repair insurance claims, he said that if necessary, the rooting alterations could easily be reversed back to valid warranty standards for a future Jump and/or repair claims.
INQUIRY:
- So, is the above suggested solution accurate?
Will it be possible to change a T-Mobile variant to being effectively unlocked on Day 1, years before it would be paid-off via monthly payments allowing a traditional unlock?
- I have zero experience with or knowledge about rooting and find the whole thing to be intimidating - can someone point me to the right instructions/user assistance sections of XDA to start this process?
- Any further advice is welcomed.
Thanks so much in advance for any help!
Alex
My suggestion would be to stop buying TMobile devices. There is no downside to using a regular OnePlus device on TMobile's network, and then you won't be going through all these hoops to get regular updates. Yes you can sort "convert" to the international version. This does not make it "identical" to the international version. There are still some differences, it just allows you to run the other software. No differences that are likely to a make a difference to most users though.
This is thread is a good start for you: [T-Mobile / Guide] - Full SIM and Bootloader Unlock + Root for locked devices
*edit* I misread some of that, you can do this with your 6T you know? That thread I linked to, applies to your 6T.
As @OhioYJ stated, you can do this with the 6T and the 7 Pro at this time.
OhioYJ said:
My suggestion would be to stop buying TMobile devices. There is no downside to using a regular OnePlus device on TMobile's network, and then you won't be going through all these hoops to get regular updates. Yes you can sort "convert" to the international version. This does not make it "identical" to the international version. There are still some differences, it just allows you to run the other software. No differences that are likely to a make a difference to most users though.
This is thread is a good start for you: [T-Mobile / Guide] - Full SIM and Bootloader Unlock + Root for locked devices
*edit* I misread some of that, you can do this with your 6T you know? That thread I linked to, applies to your 6T.
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I'm sure he buys them from T-Mobile since he has jump and monthly payment plan.
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Theres a couple of threads in guides section. You literally flash a file and you're on the Oneplus OS. You even get Oneplus updates as the come out or join their beta. It's easy. You only need to "unlock" it if you're moving carriers.
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Hi,
Kudos to the generous soul that gets through this long-winded post and then is still willing to share some helpful advice...
BACKGROUND:
- I've had the 6T T-Mobile variant since Nov '18.
- Really like it, but TM's restrictions & delays with OxygenOS & Android security updates are frustrating, so ensuring the next device I get is unlocked is key.
- I'd like to upgrade to the 7-Pro (I'd consider the 7T & 7T Pro future releases as well, but leaning towards the Pro for now).
- I've got $315 remaining in e.i.p ("equipment installment plan") payments on the 6T...once the balance hits $290 (50% of the original price) the "Jump" service will allow upgrading to any TM device and starting a new e.i.p without having to pay that remaining $290.
- I assumed that if I wanted an unlocked version of the next phone, I'd have to eat the remaining $315 of the 6T and trade it in directly to OnePlus for the 7-Pro, or sell it somewhere else and buy the 7-Pro at sites like Amazon, eBay, etc.
- But yesterday a T-Mobile store rep suggested, "you could always Jump your 6T to the 7-Pro and then root it". He mentioned that this would allow (among tons of other customizations) keeping up-to-date with OxygenOS & Android updates.
- When I asked if that would void the warranty and/or prevent potential repair insurance claims, he said that if necessary, the rooting alterations could easily be reversed back to valid warranty standards for a future Jump and/or repair claims.
INQUIRY:
- So, is the above suggested solution accurate?
Will it be possible to change a T-Mobile variant to being effectively unlocked on Day 1, years before it would be paid-off via monthly payments allowing a traditional unlock?
- I have zero experience with or knowledge about rooting and find the whole thing to be intimidating - can someone point me to the right instructions/user assistance sections of XDA to start this process?
- Any further advice is welcomed.
Thanks so much in advance for any help!
Alex
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I would hurry. The 7pro has been removed from the T-Mobile website. I'm assuming that once you're local store runs out of them they won't be getting any more
Ryan is right. Only the 7t next, and 7 pro is while supplies last. Personally I'd buy the 7T over the 7 or 7 pro, but to each their own. I'd also get the phone from OnePlus directly.
I rooted my oneplus 6t without paying for the unlock or whatever. I just followed the forum and get everything perfect. updates come in or i can install with twrp. then unroot and go back to Tmobile rom when return. You could probably leave it international rom since people won't really know, and its better.
Thanks everyone for the feedback!!!
OhioYJ said:
...This is thread is a good start for you: [T-Mobile / Guide] - Full SIM and Bootloader Unlock + Root for locked devices
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ewatt99 said:
I rooted my oneplus 6t without paying for the unlock or whatever. I just followed the forum and get everything perfect. updates come in or i can install with twrp. then unroot and go back to Tmobile rom when return. You could probably leave it international rom since people won't really know, and its better.
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Super helpful, thanks again
- Confirming that TM phased out the 7-Pro from their website, though I was able to have one held at a local store til tomorrow...
- I believe that tomorrow, Oct 10th is the official launch of the 7T, hoping (though apparently it's unlikely) that TM will also carry the 7T-Pro that so I can "jump" to that device instead of the 7-Pro
- http://bit.ly/2ATZLzo - reading up on the rumored 7T-Pro specs, and it seems like the perfect distillation of the entire 7 lineup.
When I got my t mobile 6t I didn't even boot to oos I had it unlocked and rooted and switched to international technically before I owned it because their payment system was dumb I had to wait like an hour or so in the store. Root is a must for me beings how I require ad block and functional GPS for android auto.