I think you're right... Its always a shame when a "few" can ruin such a good thing for the whole group.
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I think you're right... Its always a shame when a "few" can ruin such a good thing for the whole group.
Drop Knowledge
Member
Question about the exchange policy changing from 30 to 14 days.
I just recently switched to Sprint and bought a MoPho. Tomorrow, when the GS II comes out, I will be at 13 days. Will I still get the full 30 days since I signed up previous to the policy change? Was hoping to wait a week or two to see if there are any glaring issues before switching.
I just recently switched to Sprint and bought a MoPho. Tomorrow, when the GS II comes out, I will be at 13 days. Will I still get the full 30 days since I signed up previous to the policy change? Was hoping to wait a week or two to see if there are any glaring issues before switching.
CarrieK
Android Expert
Funny, I checked out VZW, AT&T and TMO and I can tell you that for my five lines to have unlimited everything and 1500 shared minutes with absolutely no data caps it would cost me waaay more than the $227.00 a month I pay with Sprint. Also, check out the forums for the other carriers. A lot of unhappy campers. Really, if the service is equal, and for me it is, Sprint is still the best deal out there. Like I said before, if they move to tiered data or caps then I will consider switching. For now, I stay with Sprint.
CarrieK
Android Expert
Are you having problems with your MoPho or are you just trying to hold out for the SGS2?
jen8112
Android Enthusiast
Ok, I have two lines that are eligible for a 1 year upgrade now. My third line (mine) is eligible 11/1. My plan was to upgrade my husbands and my phones to the iPhone when/if it comes out in Oct/Nov. So, if I don't use my two 1 year upgrades by 10/1 I loose them? And I'm screwed on the 11/1 upgrade all together?
Drop Knowledge
Member
Have had some issues in the 2 weeks I've had the phone. The major one being the "Sleep of Death" that it seems like most MoPho users have experienced at least a few times. Basically the phone shuts itself off and cannot be powered on again until you pull the battery.
Another was the dead/muted headset/receiver when trying to take/make calls (that's a lot of "/"s!) This was apparently fixed by a new system update that was made available a few days ago, but I have since experienced the issue again.
Overall I'm happy w/ the MoPho, but that is mainly because of the difference between that and my previous phone (LG Ally). I know Samsung has a terrible mobile support track record, which is why I was hoping to wait until the SG II was out for a week or two before making my final decision.
drexappeal
Extreme Android User
Oh well. I guess, if I decide to take advantage of the Buy Back program, it'll definitely be worth it now!...ROFLMAO.
jen8112
Android Enthusiast
Sorry, should have been more specific. I'm only Silver Premier. I don't think we get till 2012.
isaemm
Android Enthusiast
Citizen Coyote
Android Enthusiast
I went ahead and added a summary of the changes to the first post, since this seems to be the de facto thread for this subject now.
after this settles in, id call and double check. You may only have until the end of THIS year (12/31/11). just be careful... you dont want 3 upgrades to go to waste.
ArmageddonX
Android Expert
This announcement in combination with the fact that I still have NO WiMax coverage in my area after over a year (and probably wont get coverage anytime in the future) is making me regret staying with Sprint. The premier program was one of the only reasons I stayed with Sprint. I may just pay my ETF & get a HTC Vigor as a Christmas gift to myself. At least then I'll have 4G coverage with Verizon. 
CarrieK
Android Expert
This announcement in combination with the fact that I still have NO WiMax coverage in my area after over a year (and probably wont get coverage anytime in the future) is making me regret staying with Sprint. The premier program was one of the only reasons I stayed with Sprint. I may just pay my ETF & get a HTC Vigor as a Christmas gift to myself. At least then I'll have 4G coverage with Verizon.
I do get where you're coming from. Do you have decent 3G? Not trying to change your mind but I have noticed marked improvement in both 3 and 4G in my area. They're definitely doing the Vision rollout. Also, there are issues with LTE and coverage isn't that widespread. Of course you need to do what is best for you and your situation. I have a friend who works for Verizon who has been trying to get me to switch forever but she just can't get the numbers right for my five lines, even with my Government discount.
Citizen Coyote
Android Enthusiast
That's my understanding, yes. You'll be eligible for an upgrade at your 20 month anniversary.
Doomstang
Android Enthusiast
I'm pretty disappointed about these changes...I was set to become premier Gold (from 10 year status) next summer
I can't get 4G in my house unfortunately....and I can get from 0-1 bars just outside. I did do a few speed tests while coming home from work.
The top 4 are 4G tests while 5 and 6 were on my home wifi (hence the wifi image to the left of them). The 9.02 download was while stopped at a stoplight with a direct line of sight to a 4G tower...the next test (4.78) was as I was driving away from the tower and going over a hill. I reallllllllly wish I lived in one of the houses near where I got that 9mbs download
If I keep getting this at my house then I'm cool.
I can't get 4G in my house unfortunately....and I can get from 0-1 bars just outside. I did do a few speed tests while coming home from work.
The top 4 are 4G tests while 5 and 6 were on my home wifi (hence the wifi image to the left of them). The 9.02 download was while stopped at a stoplight with a direct line of sight to a 4G tower...the next test (4.78) was as I was driving away from the tower and going over a hill. I reallllllllly wish I lived in one of the houses near where I got that 9mbs download
Well my husband and dad will be happy about this change.
I sure as hell am not. The only perk I really used was the annual upgrade. I've been with Sprint 11 years now and this really annoys me to constantly have the perks I got taken away. I know I didn't have them in the first place, but poor customer service IMO.
I get the 30 day return thing though. Way too many people abuse that to try to one up every month on the new phones.
I sure as hell am not. The only perk I really used was the annual upgrade. I've been with Sprint 11 years now and this really annoys me to constantly have the perks I got taken away. I know I didn't have them in the first place, but poor customer service IMO.
I get the 30 day return thing though. Way too many people abuse that to try to one up every month on the new phones.
CarrieK
Android Expert
Are you a phone junkie like me?! My husband groans every time I get a new one. I always swear I'm not going to root and well, I have lost two bets now and have had to treat him to Red Lobster
ArmageddonX
Android Expert
I will sorely miss my yearly upgrade. Now I've got to wait 20 months instead of 12 to upgrade =(
Like I said before, this was the biggest incentive for me to stay with Sprint when I re-signed in July. =(
Like I said before, this was the biggest incentive for me to stay with Sprint when I re-signed in July. =(
Citizen Coyote
Android Enthusiast
Look on the bright side. This change won't really affect you until 2013, when your upgrade will get pushed back from July of that year (assuming you use your last upgrade in July 2012) to March 2014.
CarrieK
Android Expert
im not going to miss anything. i remember when smartphones (as opposed to dumb phones at the time) used to come out once every 2 years or so on Sprint (my 13th year btw). there was usually one major smartphone.. you cats are spoiled with wanting a handset every 12 months. 
now i get a new handset each year too mind you..
im jus' sayin' i am not going to miss it. ill gladly pay full price for a handset i like if its between upgrades...
now i get a new handset each year too mind you..
im jus' sayin' i am not going to miss it. ill gladly pay full price for a handset i like if its between upgrades...