I'm going to be buying an iPhone, the 16gb. They are $299 plus tax w/ contract most places. I thought I'd come here and ask before I do it because maybe there is a better deal out there. I'm familiar with Apple and their price fixing policy but its worth a shot if I can save even a few bucks.
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if you can afford the prices on ebay (usually higher than what you will pay at the store) then go for it. I believe you enter a contract one way or the other either way though.
and yes where your seat belt and stop at the red lights
Presuming you're in the United States, you're correct, there are no deals to be had on the purchase of the phone itself. If you have an Apple store nearby, they offer much better customer service compared to most AT&T stores.
There is one thing to consider. You may be eligible for a FAN discount. (search in this forum for more info) If eligible, it won't discount the cost of the phone, but it will discount your monthly plan (usually 10-20% depending on the company or school). If you go this route, your best bet is to go to an AT&T store to get your iPhone becasue Apple stores do not process FAN discounts (it's an AT&T thing).
Hope this helps,
Bryan
There is one thing to consider. You may be eligible for a FAN discount. (search in this forum for more info) If eligible, it won't discount the cost of the phone, but it will discount your monthly plan (usually 10-20% depending on the company or school). If you go this route, your best bet is to go to an AT&T store to get your iPhone becasue Apple stores do not process FAN discounts (it's an AT&T thing).
Hope this helps,
Bryan