Its not pre-activated. Have to either sign up with AT&T via iTunes or put in a sim from another AT&T phone and then sync it with iTunes, which adds the data plan to that account.
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Its not pre-activated. Have to either sign up with AT&T via iTunes or put in a sim from another AT&T phone and then sync it with iTunes, which adds the data plan to that account.
I did the following. Unwrapped 3GS, swapped in PrePaid iPhone SIM, connected to iTunes, activated. I was good to go.
That was it.I honestly think ATT will give me a hard time if I ask them to transfer my account to a mini SIM so I think I'm going to have to go the trim route.
Sorry I don't fully understand the guide the message I get is "you may select equipment at our full retail price. An upgrade is available on 2/20/2011.". Does this mean I have to buy the $599 or am I eligible for a early upgrAde getting the iPhone for $399? Sorry if I'm asking what has already been answered but I did search.
can i put in my friend's sim card who has a contract with att to activate the no contract phone?
will it work?
If you already have a line, then there is no deposit. But just to go in and buy one without a contract, ATT will still run your credit. So it all depends on your credit
I know that's what I was thinking I sure hope not that's why I'm confused it sounds like on the press release I'm eligible but that message sure brings no hope.
Yes, that should do exactly what you want. Your friend will need to get a micro-sim from AT&T first.
What about the press release made you think you were eligible? If your upgrade fell in 2010, yes. But your upgrade falls in 2011, so no.
What about the press release made you think you were eligible? If your upgrade fell in 2010, yes. But your upgrade falls in 2011, so no.[/QUOTE]
12. My upgrade date, told to me by AT&T, is XX/XX/XXXX, can I qualify for an upgrade? AT&T has given its customers a special upgrade option to those that are eligible for up to six months from the launch date of June 24. These customers are automatically bumped up and are given the option to upgrade at the 199/299 price. Those that are not eligible are able to purchase iPhone 4 at the early upgrade price of 399/499.
This had me confused.
12. My upgrade date, told to me by AT&T, is XX/XX/XXXX, can I qualify for an upgrade? AT&T has given its customers a special upgrade option to those that are eligible for up to six months from the launch date of June 24. These customers are automatically bumped up and are given the option to upgrade at the 199/299 price. Those that are not eligible are able to purchase iPhone 4 at the early upgrade price of 399/499.
This had me confused.
You're right, based on this it looks like you would automatically get the early upgrade pricing. I hadn't read this portion of the PR.
12. My upgrade date, told to me by AT&T, is XX/XX/XXXX, can I qualify for an upgrade? AT&T has given its customers a special upgrade option to those that are eligible for up to six months from the launch date of June 24. These customers are automatically bumped up and are given the option to upgrade at the 199/299 price. Those that are not eligible are able to purchase iPhone 4 at the early upgrade price of 399/499.
This had me confused.[/QUOTE]
You're right, based on this it looks like you would automatically get the early upgrade pricing. I hadn't read this portion of the PR.[/QUOTE]
I copied that from the PR release. I'm confused also.
What I don't get is when I purchased an Iphone 3gs for me and my wife the day it came out my line is eligible for an upgrade while she has to wait till 2/20/2011??? We have a family plan and just ticked off at why this is happening. Anyone else having this issue like I am?
Yes! My husband and I upgraded our phones from the 2G to the 3GS on the same day and my line is eligible while his shows eligibility on 2/22/11. WTH? He's pissed. LOL
What are the facts about new iphone4(purchasing price,contract,early termination)etc.
I have heard alot about different prices of new iphone 4,but dont know whats actuaully true or just speculation.I am looking to buy a iphone 4 but im not able to get it for a discount price,meaning i dont qualify for a upgrade even with their ext. on the time to upgrade.Does you know anything about the early termination fee i do know that they increased it from 199 to 375 i believe.Am trying to buy new phone as cheap as possible which im sure everybody is Any info would be appreciated!!!!
I have heard alot about different prices of new iphone 4,but dont know whats actuaully true or just speculation.I am looking to buy a iphone 4 but im not able to get it for a discount price,meaning i dont qualify for a upgrade even with their ext. on the time to upgrade.Does you know anything about the early termination fee i do know that they increased it from 199 to 375 i believe.Am trying to buy new phone as cheap as possible which im sure everybody is Any info would be appreciated!!!!
Please look through our upgrade guide. It is constantly being updated as we learn more.
ETF for lines opened before June 1st is only $175 and most likely it will be pro-rated $5/month. You should call AT&T to see what your current ETF is. But if you cancel you will not be able to sign for a new line for 90 days.
Your best bet is to add a line for the new phone. Then get AT&T to swap your number to the new contract, then cancel the original contract and pay the ETF. This way you keep your number and get the fully subsidized price.
Chances are you pay over or close to $100/month on your line whilst your spouse pays substantially less. Actually, unless she's on some sort of international data plan, has unlimited txt + data and, say, a subscription to ATT navigator, it'd be hard to spend +100/month on a secondary line without paying full for voice.
This is happening to almost everyone on the forum with multiple lines. One person (primary number) is ponying up the additional cash for voice and as such is 'rewarded' with the early upgrade whilst the other individuals have to wait.
From what I've read, if you're on a family plan they only bumped up 1 phone on the account for the early upgrade.
when you terminate early...AT&T puts you in time out for 60 days..so this is not a good idea
here in the UK, unlocked phone
iPhone 3GS 32GB
O2 (official carrier) $823
Retailer $1011
dread to think what the iPhone 4 will be