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Sep 14, 2012 9:05 AM
Fab4Runner;1270601 wrote:Sorry, but that is false. The reaction from iphone users when Instagram became available to android users is a perfect example. They bitched and complained all day because it was no longer "exclusive." Why did they even care? Oh, because a ton of them think they are better than people without iphones.

Lol this is definitely true. I have had 2 iPhones now also. I had the 3GS and I have the 4 s right now. Honestly I could give 2 shits what phone someone has. I like my I phone and I don't think I will be changing anytime soon
Sep 14, 2012 9:05am
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Nick Mangold

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Sep 14, 2012 9:06 AM
Both OSs have a group of giant idiots that think their OS of choice makes them better than everyone else. Just like politics. Just like everything else. Our "pick a side" culture is annoying as fuck.
Sep 14, 2012 9:06am
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Just Ain't Care

11,466 posts
Sep 14, 2012 9:07 AM
Just pre-ordered the 5. Verizon and their new data plans can suck a dick.
Sep 14, 2012 9:07am
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Sep 14, 2012 9:10 AM
justincredible;1270608 wrote:Both OSs have a group of giant idiots that think their OS of choice makes them better than everyone else. Just like politics. Just like everything else. Our "pick a side" culture is annoying as fuck.
I agree with this. But anyone saying iphone users don't care is wrong, which is why I replied to it.
Sep 14, 2012 9:10am
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Sep 14, 2012 9:21 AM
justincredible;1270608 wrote:Both OSs have a group of giant idiots that think their OS of choice makes them better than everyone else. Just like politics. Just like everything else. Our "pick a side" culture is annoying as fuck.
by not picking a side, you are picking a side!
Sep 14, 2012 9:21am
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Nick Mangold

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Sep 14, 2012 9:30 AM
Glory Days;1270619 wrote:by not picking a side, you are picking a side!
Rabble rabble!
Sep 14, 2012 9:30am
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Nick Mangold

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Sep 14, 2012 9:39 AM
Is there any benefit to going to the Verizon store over a place like Radio Shack or Best Buy to pre-order and set up service?
Sep 14, 2012 9:39am
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Sep 14, 2012 9:43 AM
justincredible;1270639 wrote:Is there any benefit to going to the Verizon store over a place like Radio Shack or Best Buy to pre-order and set up service?
Not really, unless you're trying to weasel your way into an early upgrade.










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Sep 14, 2012 9:43am
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Sep 14, 2012 9:48 AM
Do BestBuy and RadioShack charge a $30 upgrade fee per phone?
Sep 14, 2012 9:48am
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Nick Mangold

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Sep 14, 2012 9:55 AM
bases_loaded;1270652 wrote:Do BestBuy and RadioShack charge a $30 upgrade fee per phone?
Whoa. What's this?
Sep 14, 2012 9:55am
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Sep 14, 2012 9:57 AM
John: why is there an upgrade fee?
Kinberly: I can understand your frustration regarding the upgrade fee today. This upgrade fee is charged to help us continue to provide educational tools for our devices as the devices are getting more advanced now. We can provide online workshops, personal consultations, reference materials, as well as support applications! This will be better help you to become more accustomed with your new device!
John: is this charged everywhere or just verizon?
Kinberly: This is required for most companies like AT&T requires a $36.00 per device and the Sprint requires a $35.00 per device.


From my current online chat
Sep 14, 2012 9:57am
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Nick Mangold

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Sep 14, 2012 9:59 AM
Would that be the case for a new account? Or just if you were already on Verizon and then upgraded? Either way, that's bullshoot.
Sep 14, 2012 9:59am
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Sep 14, 2012 10:03 AM
justincredible;1270666 wrote:Would that be the case for a new account? Or just if you were already on Verizon and then upgraded? Either way, that's bullshoot.
Im calling Best Buy before moving on, I just abruptly ended my chat with the verizon salesperson to investigate further
Sep 14, 2012 10:03am
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Sep 14, 2012 10:04 AM
justincredible;1270666 wrote:Would that be the case for a new account? Or just if you were already on Verizon and then upgraded? Either way, that's bullshoot.
I just upgraded - they give you a $30 dollar discount for a new contract then charge you $30 to upgrade, it's a wash. I have verizon.
Sep 14, 2012 10:04am
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Sep 14, 2012 10:09 AM
Raw Dawgin' it;1270672 wrote:I just upgraded - they give you a $30 dollar discount for a new contract then charge you $30 to upgrade, it's a wash. I have verizon.
Online or at the store?
Sep 14, 2012 10:09am
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Sep 14, 2012 10:10 AM
justincredible;1270639 wrote:Is there any benefit to going to the Verizon store over a place like Radio Shack or Best Buy to pre-order and set up service?

Check with Costco if you have access to them. I'm not sure if they'll have the iPhone or not, but they usually include a pretty good accessory package with new phones. When I got my bionic, I got a car navigation dock, desktop dock, extra battery, a case, and a car charger for free. Ended up paying less there than I would have at Verizon.
Sep 14, 2012 10:10am
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Sep 14, 2012 10:12 AM
bases_loaded;1270679 wrote:Online or at the store?
It's both. I did it online but my dad had the same charges in store.
Sep 14, 2012 10:12am
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Nick Mangold

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Sep 14, 2012 10:13 AM
karen lotz;1270684 wrote:Check with Costco if you have access to them. I'm not sure if they'll have the iPhone or not, but they usually include a pretty good accessory package with new phones. When I got my bionic, I got a car navigation dock, desktop dock, extra battery, a case, and a car charger for free. Ended up paying less there than I would have at Verizon.
I am a Costco member. I will check them out. Thanks for the tip.
Sep 14, 2012 10:13am
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Sep 14, 2012 10:14 AM
Eh, I just checked the website and they do not have iPhones listed.
Sep 14, 2012 10:14am
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Sep 14, 2012 10:21 AM
Raw Dawgin' it;1270689 wrote:It's both. I did it online but my dad had the same charges in store.
Are you upgrading or a new plan?

Im at the payment screen and it still shows up...might just head to the verizon store
Sep 14, 2012 10:21am
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Sep 14, 2012 10:22 AM
They don't do preorders so it probably wouldn't be on their website. I'd just call and ask to speak to the wireless guy. He'd be able to tell you if they'll carry it. I think they only carry a handful of phones for each carrier and are usually the newest out. I called the day before release because the accessory package was leaked online and all he could tell me was they would have 6 phones available but the package was legit. Worth a shot though if you are trying to find a good deal.
Sep 14, 2012 10:22am
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Sep 14, 2012 10:23 AM
I hope Samsung retaliates with patent lawsuits against Apple and bankrupts the company.

People that own Apple products are the worst because they never shut up about how much "better(they aren't)" then every other product on the market. People will take out a second mortgage just to be "cool" or hip with their new overpriced Apple product. It's a joke and its fraud.
Sep 14, 2012 10:23am
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Sep 14, 2012 10:24 AM
bases_loaded;1270699 wrote:Are you upgrading or a new plan?

Im at the payment screen and it still shows up...might just head to the verizon store
Same plan but new contract - my contract ended in July. But i have to pay upgrade cause i can't have unlimited data anymore but they let me keep my talk and text plan.
Sep 14, 2012 10:24am
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Sep 14, 2012 10:27 AM
sleeper;1270705 wrote:I hope Samsung retaliates with patent lawsuits against Apple and bankrupts the company.

People that own Apple products are the worst because they never shut up about how much "better(they aren't)" then every other product on the market. People will take out a second mortgage just to be "cool" or hip with their new overpriced Apple product. It's a joke and its fraud.
troll harder.
Sep 14, 2012 10:27am
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Sep 14, 2012 10:37 AM
sleeper;1270705 wrote:I hope Samsung retaliates with patent lawsuits against Apple and bankrupts the company.

People that own Apple products are the worst because they never shut up about how much "better(they aren't)" then every other product on the market. People will take out a second mortgage just to be "cool" or hip with their new overpriced Apple product. It's a joke and its fraud.
It's true. My banker was literally chomping at the bit to write me a second mortgage for $299.
Sep 14, 2012 10:37am