got home after being gone for work. was hoping to find a nice package on my doorstep. instead i find an email from ATT saying the phone was backordered. although an hour later i got another email with a tracking number. scheduled to be delivered via DHL tomorrow.
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So i ordered mine on Tuesday night, at aruond 9 PM
i first got the backorder, and then the conformation.
weird thing is, today, i checked my bank account, since i used a debit card, my transaction got taken away..??
(Previously billed for)
my track results still show it went from Fortworth TX -> Wilmington OH -> my house (estimated 3/24/08)
If it does come tomorrow, than free iphone for me.. but
if it doesn't i can already see myself calling up at&t and trouble up a storm until i do get an iphone..
Current status for **********..
Processed at DHL Location.
Get notified Receive an email or text message (SMS) on status changes for this shipment
Estimated Delivery Date: 3/24/2008
Tracking history...
Date and time Status DHL Facility Location
3/21/2008 11:12 am Processed at DHL Location. Wilmington, OH
3/20/2008 10:15 am Shipment picked up Fort Worth, TX
Shipment details... Help
From
Shipment information
CINGULAR
Fort Worth, TX 76177
United States
To
___________
Anaheim, CA 92808
United States
Ship date: 3/20/2008
Pieces: 1
Total weight: 2 lbs
Ship type: Package
Shipment reference: &&&&&&&&&&& E CNG A
Service: 2nd Day
Description: RETURNADDRESS
Anyone else out there run into the same problem?
So i ordered mine on Tuesday night, at aruond 9 PM
i first got the backorder, and then the conformation.
weird thing is, today, i checked my bank account, since i used a debit card, my transaction got taken away..??
(Previously billed for)
my track results still show it went from Fortworth TX -> Wilmington OH -> my house (estimated 3/24/08)
If it does come tomorrow, than free iphone for me.. but
if it doesn't i can already see myself calling up at&t and trouble up a storm until i do get an iphone..
Current status for **********..
Processed at DHL Location.
Get notified Receive an email or text message (SMS) on status changes for this shipment
Estimated Delivery Date: 3/24/2008
Tracking history...
Date and time Status DHL Facility Location
3/21/2008 11:12 am Processed at DHL Location. Wilmington, OH
3/20/2008 10:15 am Shipment picked up Fort Worth, TX
Shipment details... Help
From
Shipment information
CINGULAR
Fort Worth, TX 76177
United States
To
___________
Anaheim, CA 92808
United States
Ship date: 3/20/2008
Pieces: 1
Total weight: 2 lbs
Ship type: Package
Shipment reference: &&&&&&&&&&& E CNG A
Service: 2nd Day
Description: RETURNADDRESS
Anyone else out there run into the same problem?
So i ordered mine on Tuesday night, at aruond 9 PM
i first got the backorder, and then the conformation.
weird thing is, today, i checked my bank account, since i used a debit card, my transaction got taken away..??
(Previously billed for)
my track results still show it went from Fortworth TX -> Wilmington OH -> my house (estimated 3/24/08)
If it does come tomorrow, than free iphone for me.. but
if it doesn't i can already see myself calling up at&t and trouble up a storm until i do get an iphone..
Current status for **********..
Processed at DHL Location.
Get notified Receive an email or text message (SMS) on status changes for this shipment
Estimated Delivery Date: 3/24/2008
Tracking history...
Date and time Status DHL Facility Location
3/21/2008 11:12 am Processed at DHL Location. Wilmington, OH
3/20/2008 10:15 am Shipment picked up Fort Worth, TX
Shipment details... Help
From
Shipment information
CINGULAR
Fort Worth, TX 76177
United States
To
___________
Anaheim, CA 92808
United States
Ship date: 3/20/2008
Pieces: 1
Total weight: 2 lbs
Ship type: Package
Shipment reference: &&&&&&&&&&& E CNG A
Service: 2nd Day
Description: RETURNADDRESS
Anyone else out there run into the same problem?
My debit card has not been charged yet either, the only thing that I can think is that they will charge after delivery confirmation. As long as I get my phone tomorrow I don't care when they charge my card.
Does anyone know if these phones are still available. I've tried going to the link that's earlier in the forum, but get nothing.
Thanks!
They were gone a day or two after the link was posted. I'm sure they will have more in the future so keep checking the website or the forum.
I ordered 2 refurbs the minute i heard about em on MacRumors. Both were "backordered" for a few hours, and then came the e-mail with the tracking number. My accounts have been charged and both phones are scheduled for tomorrow (3/24) delivery - one by DHL, one by UPS.
Anyway, in my delivery confirmation it stated I had two items (per order).
1. iphone 2. iphone accessory. I called ATT and asked and supposedly they are sending a free case with each order?
has anyone received their order yet? and if so, is it a case? which one?
Anyway, in my delivery confirmation it stated I had two items (per order).
1. iphone 2. iphone accessory. I called ATT and asked and supposedly they are sending a free case with each order?
has anyone received their order yet? and if so, is it a case? which one?
It's kinda crappy that AT&T is making people go through that when Apple obviously doesn't. I guess that's why people trust Apple more than any telecom company.
Mine will arrive tomorrow. I hope it comes in early so I can get it all set up and see if I need to hit The Apple Store before work.
My debit card has not been charged yet either, the only thing that I can think is that they will charge after delivery confirmation. As long as I get my phone tomorrow I don't care when they charge my card.
ahha yeahh, i agree!
but the wierd thing is, they've already taken away 269 or so, but they returnedi t, thats why i'm concerned
it could have meant that i wasn't getting one, or, it still could mean that, but i didn't ever get an email saying that so.. i guess the only way to find out, is to wait
As long as your friend has a credit card with an American bank and a US shipping address there would be no questions. If he finds an AT&T store which has them he could conceivably just pay cash and tell them a even a bogus address, although cash may raise questions around here.
Sorry to sound like a noob, but I have a couple of questions about AT&T, and I trust you guys more than the fools at my AT&T store.
Here's the story:
I bought a refurb iPhone from AT&T.com, which should be here tomorrow (yay!). DH is an existing AT&T customer, I am not; however, we are going to get a family plan. He is up for a new contract / phone, but has no desire to get an iPhone (and, no, he won't change his mind once he plays with mine - hey, nobody's perfect)
So, my questions are:
1) If we upgrade his phone, keeping his individual plan, will I be presented with options to change to a family plan when I activate my iPhone?
2) Is there going to be a problem with using my Apple ID and his AT&T account info?
Thanks!
Here's the story:
I bought a refurb iPhone from AT&T.com, which should be here tomorrow (yay!). DH is an existing AT&T customer, I am not; however, we are going to get a family plan. He is up for a new contract / phone, but has no desire to get an iPhone (and, no, he won't change his mind once he plays with mine - hey, nobody's perfect
)So, my questions are:
1) If we upgrade his phone, keeping his individual plan, will I be presented with options to change to a family plan when I activate my iPhone?
2) Is there going to be a problem with using my Apple ID and his AT&T account info?
Thanks!
iphone warranty on refurbs
ok so as I am reading thru the forum a couple of you have had to fax over proof of purchase on the AT&T Refurb buy - where are you faxing and are you getting immediate attention from Apple. Is there a number I can call?
So far my refurb is in perfect condition but hey you never know and can I purchase the Apple extended plan if needed with a refurb?
Thanks for any advice and replies!
ok so as I am reading thru the forum a couple of you have had to fax over proof of purchase on the AT&T Refurb buy - where are you faxing and are you getting immediate attention from Apple. Is there a number I can call?
So far my refurb is in perfect condition but hey you never know and can I purchase the Apple extended plan if needed with a refurb?
Thanks for any advice and replies!
ok so as I am reading thru the forum a couple of you have had to fax over proof of purchase on the AT&T Refurb buy - where are you faxing
Go to Apple website, put in your serial number to check warranty. There is a fax page to download and fill out.
and are you getting immediate attention from Apple.
No
Is there a number I can call?
No
So far my refurb is in perfect condition but hey you never know and can I purchase the Apple extended plan if needed with a refurb?
Yes
Go to Apple website, put in your serial number to check warranty. There is a fax page to download and fill out.
and are you getting immediate attention from Apple.
No
Is there a number I can call?
No
So far my refurb is in perfect condition but hey you never know and can I purchase the Apple extended plan if needed with a refurb?
Yes
To make things simpler for users who are not familiar with the Apple site, do this:
Click on the link below to update your warranty info:
http://www.apple.com/support/service/help/warrantycheck/dateofpurchase.html
Got mine...
Saw the DHL guy walking up to the front door (my dogs alerted me). As I was walking to open the door I saw him literally throw the package at the door!
I could not believe it! I had only seen that sort of package handling on TV sitcoms. Completely unacceptable.
I can tell you from seeing that sort of service, I will NEVER use DHL to ship anything.
On a more positive note, My ATT Refurb iPhone is AWESOME! No flaws at all!
I just went to check the Apple Warranty on it, and the darn thing has never even ever been activated! Came with 1.1.1, week 30.
I upgraded to 1.1.4 and Unlocked/Activated with ZiPhone.
Saw the DHL guy walking up to the front door (my dogs alerted me). As I was walking to open the door I saw him literally throw the package at the door!
I could not believe it! I had only seen that sort of package handling on TV sitcoms. Completely unacceptable.
I can tell you from seeing that sort of service, I will NEVER use DHL to ship anything.
On a more positive note, My ATT Refurb iPhone is AWESOME! No flaws at all!
I just went to check the Apple Warranty on it, and the darn thing has never even ever been activated! Came with 1.1.1, week 30.
I upgraded to 1.1.4 and Unlocked/Activated with ZiPhone.
I would have opened the door and said, "Thanks for the delivery, although you missed the door. Try aiming a little higher next time you throw a package."
Then I would have followed him outside and gotten the number on his vehicle just to scare him a little bit.
Lol, I should have. I did walk outside and give him a dirty look. I think he was surprised to see someone home in the middle of the day (I am a college student).
On a side note, I was also supposed to receive a replacement mighty mouse today. (It was on that same DHL delivery truck). That idiot must have forgot to deliver it.
I checked the tracking for the mouse a few minutes ago and it says:
"Address information needed; contact DHL Customer Service. "
I called DHL and all my info was 100% correct.
Then I am requested by the phone rep to give detailed directions to my house from Tampa.. What the heck!
I told her the DHL guy just delivered something to my house. WHY DO YOU NEED DIRECTIONS!
She wanted them anyway, so I just gave them to her...
I would expect service like that from some cheap appliance delivery service... But not a big company like DHL!
I will make it a priority of mine to convince friends, family and co-workers of mine NOT to use DHL!!!
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Just got mine and its in mint condition. Edge is not slow where I live 200 Kbps and loads youtube in about 5 secs. This thing rocks hope my pops doesn't mind that I signed him up for another two years with AT&T. Its so worth it!
Just got mine and its in mint condition. Edge is not slow where I live 200 Kbps and loads youtube in about 5 secs. This thing rocks hope my pops doesn't mind that I signed him up for another two years with AT&T. Its so worth it!
One Year Warranty
This morning I faxed in the proof of purchase for the three iPhones that I bought. This afternoon I received three emails from Apple stating that they have adjusted the end of the warranty period for the phones to one year after my purchase date.
This morning I faxed in the proof of purchase for the three iPhones that I bought. This afternoon I received three emails from Apple stating that they have adjusted the end of the warranty period for the phones to one year after my purchase date.
That is fantastic news. My phone was delivered about an hour ago -- I'm really itching to get out of work ... 5 p.m. can't get here soon enough.
wow...
just received mine. def NOT mint condition. not acceptable, not even a little. first of all i was disappointed to see that its not in its original packaging, and then i open it to find MULTIPLE scratches and a DENT on the back! i'm going to try to take it to the apple store today - hopefully i dont have to end up sending it back in.
just received mine. def NOT mint condition. not acceptable, not even a little. first of all i was disappointed to see that its not in its original packaging, and then i open it to find MULTIPLE scratches and a DENT on the back! i'm going to try to take it to the apple store today - hopefully i dont have to end up sending it back in.
I am worried that my iPhone is going to come scratched and/or messed up.
How many of you have had problems with your phones?
When I bought the phone I was under the impression that it was treated similar to an Apple refurb, but apparently I was wrong. My iPhone should get delivered anytime now (yea!) but I really hope that it comes in great/perfect condition, and that there are no problems so I can unlock and have some fun tonight.
How many of you have had problems with your phones?
When I bought the phone I was under the impression that it was treated similar to an Apple refurb, but apparently I was wrong. My iPhone should get delivered anytime now (yea!) but I really hope that it comes in great/perfect condition, and that there are no problems so I can unlock and have some fun tonight.
Man- that sucks dude. I'm paranoid that mine will be in the same condition. I'm really anal about the condition of my things and it would kill me to have a dent in my phone. I'm not expecting a "Perfect" phone, but i am expecting a refurbished phone, not a "used" phone. Let us know what the apple store does for you. According to DHL mines sitting on my doorstep right now.
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