Soon to be iPhone Owner, Few Questions

[mx887]

My Verizon contract ends the 22nd and I plan on switching to ATT for the iPhone that day. I have a few questions, try to be easy on me as I have researched and answered alot on my own but wanted to confirm some things.

1. Can you buy the iPhone at the Apple store if you need to create a totally new ATT account and port your number from another carrier?

2. Will you really run into problems with warranty issues if I brought my iPhone to an Apple store down the road despite buying it at ATT? (This is important because although there is an Apple store within a reasonable distance there are more ATT stores with iPhone availability) I would prefer to get it at the Apple store but they seem to be out of stock more often.

3. iPhone can sync with Outlook Calendar, Contacts, Tasks, and Notes correct? I am coming off a Blackberry so my Outlook has everything.

4. The 30 day guarantee where you can return without hassle, does this include getting out of your ATT contract? Although I have checked I'm worried about coverage.

5. Another question on coverage. I live in Central Connecticut and go to school outside of Boston. Coverage looks excellent for both voice and 3G on the ATT maps, are these accurate assumptions?

6. Do I need to notify Verizon I am leaving or anything or can everything be done at the Apple or ATT store since my contract is ending?

Thank you

Can't wait to get the iPhone, been wanting it for years and I can no longer resist.

 

[frosse]

1. Can you buy the iPhone at the Apple store if you need to create a totally new ATT account and port your number from another carrier?
Yes.

Don't know about the others bro.

 

[Bobby Corwen]

First of all congratulations! You must be excited with anticipation!

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[spblat]

My Verizon contract ends the 22nd and I plan on switching to ATT for the iPhone that day. I have a few questions, try to be easy on me as I have researched and answered alot on my own but wanted to confirm some things.

1. Can you buy the iPhone at the Apple store if you need to create a totally new ATT account and port your number from another carrier?

Yes.

2. Will you really run into problems with warranty issues if I brought my iPhone to an Apple store down the road despite buying it at ATT? (This is important because although there is an Apple store within a reasonable distance there are more ATT stores with iPhone availability) I would prefer to get it at the Apple store but they seem to be out of stock more often.

No problem.

3. iPhone can sync with Outlook Calendar, Contacts, Tasks, and Notes correct? I am coming off a Blackberry so my Outlook has everything.

You'll want to set it up so it syncs over the air, rather than having to plug it in periodically. If you use Outlook with a corporate exchange server, you'll be able to sync contacts, calendar and email over the air. You can sync notes with Gmail, but that's kind of hokey. Check out Evernote. There is no built in task management app, but there are many aftermarket ones available that are good. I am eagerly anticipating "Epic Win."

4. The 30 day guarantee where you can return without hassle, does this include getting out of your ATT contract? Although I have checked I'm worried about coverage.

No problem.

5. Another question on coverage. I live in Central Connecticut and go to school outside of Boston. Coverage looks excellent for both voice and 3G on the ATT maps, are these accurate assumptions?

Probably. Use the guarantee and go for it!

6. Do I need to notify Verizon I am leaving or anything or can everything be done at the Apple or ATT store since my contract is ending?

Ask at the store. I don't think you have to talk to verizon. But make sure you have all your verizon contact details, including account number and pin/password, if any.

Thank you

Can't wait to get the iPhone, been wanting it for years and I can no longer resist.

Enjoy!

 

[Small White Car]

You'll want to set it up so it syncs over the air, rather than having to plug it in periodically.

This is the biggie. It will sync with Outlook, but you shouldn't do that. You should setup your e-mail on the phone while it's NOT plugged into iTunes. Get it working without the computer's involvement so that your email and contacts all work correctly even if you haven't plugged in to the computer for a few days.

 

[mx887]

1. Can you buy the iPhone at the Apple store if you need to create a totally new ATT account and port your number from another carrier?
Yes.

Don't know about the others bro.

Thanks

First of all congratulations! You must be excited with anticipation!

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3 yes

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6 no

Yes I am! Thanks a lot

Yes.

No problem.

You'll want to set it up so it syncs over the air, rather than having to plug it in periodically. If you use Outlook with a corporate exchange server, you'll be able to sync contacts, calendar and email over the air. You can sync notes with Gmail, but that's kind of hokey. Check out Evernote. There is no built in task management app, but there are many aftermarket ones available that are good. I am eagerly anticipating "Epic Win."

No problem.

Probably. Use the guarantee and go for it!

Ask at the store. I don't think you have to talk to verizon. But make sure you have all your verizon contact details, including account number and pin/password, if any.

Enjoy!

Ok, thats excellent, I'm used to plugging in and syncing my BB everytime I wanna update so that will be a nice change and I have no problem only having to do that occasionally for Notes and tasks. My Outlook is an exchange account with my college so I think it should work.

Thanks

This is the biggie. It will sync with Outlook, but you shouldn't do that. You should setup your e-mail on the phone while it's NOT plugged into iTunes. Get it working without the computer's involvement so that your email and contacts all work correctly even if you haven't plugged in to the computer for a few days.

Ok, perfect, good to know

 

[miki66]

6. come here to check your #'s eligibility
http://www.wireless.att.com/cell-phone-service/transfer-your-number/

last time i read an article saying you need to let you old provider know that the # has been transferred. but i just found this.

Q. How does a number transfer work?
A. The transfer process varies slightly depending on how you decide to receive your new AT&T phone. You may choose to visit a physical location or you can select it online and have it shipped directly to you. The process for both options are outlined below:

Physical Location: AT&T will send a port request to your current service provider and wait for confirmation to transfer the number. Meanwhile, your AT&T handset will be activated into mixed service. You will be able to make calls on your new AT&T handset but will continue to receive calls on your old handset until the port is complete. Once AT&T receives confirmation, your activation will be complete, allowing you to make and receive calls on your AT&T handset. Your old service provider will be notified that you have activated service with AT&T and will automatically cancel your account.
Order by Mail: AT&T will send a port request to your current service provider and wait for confirmation to transfer the number. Once port confirmation is received your AT&T phone will be shipped. Your existing phone will continue to work until you receive your AT&T phone and activate it. Once your AT&T account is activated, your old service provider will be notified of your new service with AT&T and will cancel your account.

so i think the answer is no

 

[Block]

5. Another question on coverage. I live in Central Connecticut and go to school outside of Boston. Coverage looks excellent for both voice and 3G on the ATT maps, are these accurate assumptions?

The other posters have all the other questions correctly answered. For this one though, the maps aren't always as accurate as AT&T makes them out to be.

 

[runastun564]

Porting the number is easy just tell the guy at apple and he'll ask you the account number and last 4 digits of the account holders social security number

 

[CSMchris376]

You have gotten answers to most everything else, but when it comes to the Outlook sync, you must know that Tasks will not sync to the phone without an addtional app. And then it is not the same as what you may be used to with a Blackberry.

I sync my Outlook with my computer via USB and have had no problems, so doing it over the air is a personal preference. Enjoy your phone.

Also, all service providers maps are based on engineering studies and best case scenario, so take them with a grain of salt.

 

[mx887]

6. come here to check your #'s eligibility
http://www.wireless.att.com/cell-phone-service/transfer-your-number/

last time i read an article saying you need to let you old provider know that the # has been transferred. but i just found this.



so i think the answer is no

Makes sense, thanks

The other posters have all the other questions correctly answered. For this one though, the maps aren't always as accurate as AT&T makes them out to be.

Haha yah I figured that, will just have to test and see

Porting the number is easy just tell the guy at apple and he'll ask you the account number and last 4 digits of the account holders social security number

Good deal, thanks

You have gotten answers to most everything else, but when it comes to the Outlook sync, you must know that Tasks will not sync to the phone without an addtional app. And then it is not the same as what you may be used to with a Blackberry.

I sync my Outlook with my computer via USB and have had no problems, so doing it over the air is a personal preference. Enjoy your phone.

Also, all service providers maps are based on engineering studies and best case scenario, so take them with a grain of salt.

Oh I see thats alright since tasks is my least used feature in outlook.

 

[roffir]

5. Another question on coverage. I live in Central Connecticut and go to school outside of Boston. Coverage looks excellent for both voice and 3G on the ATT maps, are these accurate assumptions?

Where outside of Boston?
Ive never had any problem in Boston or even outside of Boston all the way to western mass. You'll find pockets of little service here and there, but besides that I've never had a problem, always had 3-5 bars...

 

[mx887]

Where outside of Boston?
Ive never had any problem in Boston or even outside of Boston all the way to western mass. You'll find pockets of little service here and there, but besides that I've never had a problem, always had 3-5 bars...

Waltham, thats real good to hear

 

[TwoSocEmBoppers]

Great service outside Boston

5. Another question on coverage. I live in Central Connecticut and go to school outside of Boston. Coverage looks excellent for both voice and 3G on the ATT maps, are these accurate assumptions?

Hey OP...I go to school outside of Boston as well and get great reception! I've never had an issue at my college and consistently receive full 3G there. I can't wait to return back with my new iP4!

 

[roffir]

Waltham, thats real good to hear

I'm going to assume bentley, but I worked in newton for a while (close enough) and never had problems...

 

[mx887]

Hey OP...I go to school outside of Boston as well and get great reception! I've never had an issue at my college and consistently receive full 3G there. I can't wait to return back with my new iP4!

Nice!

I'm going to assume bentley, but I worked in newton for a while (close enough) and never had problems...

Haha quite possibly good stuff

 

[TwoSocEmBoppers]

I'm going to assume bentley, but I worked in newton for a while (close enough) and never had problems...

Babson FTW!

 

[mx887]

Babson FTW!

Haha, debatable