+1 if you wrote a check, that money is already spent. it's funny how some think if the money is still there, the people i wrote the check to must not want it.
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This Is It People - Preorder Begins Tomorrow Night!
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+1 if you wrote a check, that money is already spent. it's funny how some think if the money is still there, the people i wrote the check to must not want it.
It is bothersome because it is a problem with debit cards too. While some purchases appear immediately on your online banking page some will not process for days. Can cause major confusion if you do not keep track of it in your own place.
i would think that keeping track of ones money is a top priority. keep all receipts and enter them into a check registry.
I just checked my email and Verizon sent me an email to remind me about the preorder. At the bottom of the email it has a box saying there are lines on your account eligible for an upgrade. Then it shows my number and my offer and it says I have an exclusive discount of $50 on any device.
Anybody else get this email?
Anybody else get this email?
Between Apple.com and Verizon.com, I think tonight will go more smooth than some might think.
Does Best Buy carrying the phone at launch give any indication that there's a sufficient amount to meet demand?
Does Best Buy carrying the phone at launch give any indication that there's a sufficient amount to meet demand?
I received the same email however mine says at the bottom lowest promotional price on any device.
Stupid question, but what would the lowest promotional price be for the iPhone (say, the 32gb)? Would it just be $299.00 w/ a new 2 year contract? Because I got the same e-mail, and it says my line is up for the "Lowest Promotional Price," however I got my phone in July of 2008 and assumed it was still eligible for the new-every-two $100 promotion. I know they're getting rid of the new-every-two thing, but those who got their phones while it was still around are grandfathered in, and I was pretty sure mine was? Hmm.
I signed up for Verizon 2 weeks ago, after the announcement and borrowed a phone to use until I get the IP4. I've checked online several times and it says I do qualify for the upgrade.
Today, I received a call from a VZW store rep, saying that since I haven't been a VZW customer for more than a year, I would not be able to pre-order tonight.
Is that true?
Today, I received a call from a VZW store rep, saying that since I haven't been a VZW customer for more than a year, I would not be able to pre-order tonight.
Is that true?
A rep called you?
Yes, the rep from the store where I signed up for service 2 weeks ago.
Does the online system still say you're eligible?
Check both www.verizonwireless.com/iphone and www.apple.com in the iphone4 for Verizon eligibility check.
I'm sure they were told to do that to limit the amount of units going out to people who aren't really legacy, but if the systems don't care then they should let you order.
Or he just wants his commission because he offered to pre-order for me.
Anyway, I checked verizon and it does say I am eligible. In fact, I just received an email from VZW saying I qualify for the lowest promotional price. I can't find where to check for eligibility on Apple website though.
Stupid question, but what would the lowest promotional price be for the iPhone (say, the 32gb)? Would it just be $299.00 w/ a new 2 year contract? Because I got the same e-mail, and it says my line is up for the "Lowest Promotional Price," however I got my phone in July of 2008 and assumed it was still eligible for the new-every-two $100 promotion. I know they're getting rid of the new-every-two thing, but those who got their phones while it was still around are grandfathered in, and I was pretty sure mine was? Hmm.
My take on the email i received where Verizon says "lowest promotional price on any device" means on the iphone it would be the $199 for the 16GB and $299 for the 32GB from my understanding the iphones cant be discounted any lower. I don't think the new every two pricing works on the iphone 4 for people that are grandfathered in its most likely on new Android phones or other Verizon phones.
That's what I thought the lowest promotional price meant as well, however, I read VZW's iPhone FAQ when the iPhone was announced (and just re-read it to make sure) and new-every-two discounts are eligible. Here's what their site says:
"Will existing customers be able to redeem their New Every Two credit?
Yes, existing customers will be able to take advantage of their New Every Two credit if eligible, and use it towards the purchase of iPhone 4 (may not be available at all agent locations). "
When I had an iphone I downloaded a free checking app (don't remember the name though) and it helped me out a lot. I know I need to balance my checkbook and I'm old enough to know better! The funny thing is when I was in my 20's, I kept my checkbook balanced all the time. Now I rely on online banking and do not keep up with it like I should. Lesson learned!
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So I'm going to try to go to sleep and wake up at around 2:40. Haha I really doubt I'm going to be able to sleep though. Black Ops on PS3 anyone???
My wife and I are taking our computers to bed, setting the alarm for 1:45 am (Central Time Zone) and sitting in bed to order. Hopefully I won't be too amped up after ordering to go back to sleep. My second alarm will go off for work at 5:45. A little sleep for the IPhone 4 is a small price to pay. Happy ordering to everybody!
That's exactly what I'm doing, except waking up at 2:45 (EST), ordering, and then waking up again at 6:50 to head to class. My poor boyfriend is going to be so ticked.
I can just picture everyone on this forum in their bed in the middle of the night, watching the clock, trigger finger on the mouse button.
That's exactly what I'm doing, except waking up at 2:45 (EST), ordering, and then waking up again at 6:50 to head to class. My poor boyfriend is going to be so ticked.
I can just picture everyone on this forum in their bed in the middle of the night, watching the clock, trigger finger on the mouse button.
my iPad and MacBook are ready to go. lol the laptop is on the Verizon website right now.
Lol, nice. I think I might kick my boyfriend off the bed and put my macbook next to me for easy access.....
Quick question here. My primary line has a different billing adress than I want my phone sent to. I'm currently at school, do you think there will be a way to send the phone to a different address than your billing for the preorders? I don't wanna get screwed over at 3am.
My dad wants an iPhone and he's been on Verizon for awhile; however, he did not want to wait till midnight PST. I told him you have to try at midnight. So he told me all his info and I'm ordering it for him. I have an ATT iPhone 4 from last June.