I ordered mine through T-Mobile Friday morning at 6:00 AM through the phone when I couldn't order through their website all night. The rep told me I'd get it launch day. Today, I received an email from T-mobile telling me that my order is back-ordered with an unknown ship date.
I called T-mobile and nicely told them that I cannot accept the fact that they charged me almost $9 extra. Apple store sells it for $949, T-mobile sells it for $949.99. I told them the ONLY reason why I got it through them instead of through Apple is because they promised me that I'd get it by launch day. So... they will give me a $10 credit for the shipping cost, taxes on the shipping, and the dollar they charged extra. I guess I won't be getting it on launch day.
I meant to order two identical sixes at 64 GB, but apparently, in the predawn excitement I got a 64 and a 128. Of course, the 128 is connected to my Wife's number. Can I just switch the SIMs and then activate as if nothing else happened, or is there more to it than that. (Or is there less--maybe it won't matter at all?)
If you're on Verizon, then it matters. If you're on Sprint, that matters, too! But if you're on AT&T, then you're good. Just switch the SIMs and you're good to go.
I meant to order two identical sixes at 64 GB, but apparently, in the predawn excitement I got a 64 and a 128. Of course, the 128 is connected to my Wife's number. Can I just switch the SIMs and then activate as if nothing else happened, or is there more to it than that.
“Aw, crap, I ordered one too big.”
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AT&T/Verizon use the same iPhone now, zero. And I think he could just take ‘em to a Verizon store and they’d swap the activation.
<div class="quote-container" data-huddler-embed="/t/182272/iphone-6-iphone-6-plus-preorder-delivery-dates-slip-as-at-t-sees-biggest-ever-pre-sale-launch#post_2597692" data-huddler-embed-placeholder="false">Quote:<div class="quote-block">Originally Posted by <strong>Apple ][</strong> <a href="/t/182272/iphone-6-iphone-6-plus-preorder-delivery-dates-slip-as-at-t-sees-biggest-ever-pre-sale-launch#post_2597692"><img alt="View Post" src="/img/forum/go_quote.gif" /></a><br /> <p>I can't wait to see the sales figures on these things. It's going to be astronomical, as opposed to that of most competitors, which are just comical. I've been reading around on a few different sites, and boy, if you've noticed the same thing that I have, then it's that the Fandroids sure are out in force for this one, and one thing's for sure, they are grumpier than ever, and most of them are also lying through their teeth, as they usually do.</p><p> </p><p>Just wait until the rave reviews start coming out! I look forward to seeing the screen in person, as I read that it's quite a bit improved over the previous gens, and I'm not just talking pixels, but over all quality and colors etc., not that the previous gen displays were bad at all! Pre-ordering this phone is a no brainer for most people, because most of them already know what it'll be like! It's a damn iPhone, the newest and improved, best version ever of the Phone that is already used and liked by so many users! What's the satisfaction rating again? Oh, something like 98%? Oh ok, carry on.</p><p> </p><p>Apple has implemented the most secure payment system ever with this phone. The combo of TouchID & ?Pay will be killer! A few angry, ignorant Fandroids have been grumbling about NFC and claiming that Apple's is basically the same, and that this has been around for years! No it's not, you inbred, lying lunatics! Apple uses a completely different and much more secure method of doing things, which fully protects the customer's cards and info during transactions! They are not comparable at all. And it's pretty telling that Android's NFC failure has basically gone nowhere and never taken off! And they've had years to do it! That's what happens when you just keep adding a shitload of features and jam them into phones without any thought whatsoever as to their implementation and actual usage. What good is features if half of them don't even work properly? Samsung's fingerprint reader comes to mind.</p><p> </p><p>And anybody who claims that 64bit is only useful if you have more than 4GB of RAM needs to be bitch slapped, because they're simply wrong. They should read up on the subject before opening their ignorant mouths. Anandtech has a few good articles on it, for those who are technically inclined.</p><p> </p><p>2014 is going to be a very good year for Apple indeed. </p></div></div><p><br />If you need 4GB of ram on your phone then you need help.</p>
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AT&T/Verizon use the same iPhone now, zero. And I think he could just take ‘em to a Verizon store and they’d swap the activation.
Yes, AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint, etc., all use the same phone. But Verizon and Sprint use CDMA, which means the phone is tied to an account until they change the IMEI. For AT&T and T-Mobile, the account is tied only to the SIM, not the phone. So you can switch your phone out as much as you like if your operator is GSM as opposed to CDMA. For example, if you have T-Mobile or AT&T, you can just get any phone you like to put your SIM in it to use as long as it's factory unlocked. However, for Sprint and Verizon, if you happen to obtain a new phone, you have to call them to have your account switched over to the new phone. You can't just get the SIM and move it to the new phone like you can with GSM operators. This is why you can't buy an unlocked phone to use on Verizon or Sprint unless it comes from them. You can buy any unlocked iPhone from any company and use it on AT&T or T-Mobile, but you cannot buy an unlocked iPhone to use with Sprint or Verizon unless you get the iPhone from them or through Apple with THEIR name attached.
Yes, AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint, etc., all use the same phone. But Verizon and Sprint use CDMA, which means the phone is tied to an account until they change the IMEI. For AT&T and T-Mobile, the account is tied only to the SIM, not the phone. So you can switch your phone out as much as you like if your operator is GSM as opposed to CDMA. For example, if you have T-Mobile or AT&T, you can just get any phone you like to put your SIM in it to use as long as it's factory unlocked. However, for Sprint and Verizon, if you happen to obtain a new phone, you have to call them to have your account switched over to the new phone. You can't just get the SIM and move it to the new phone like you can with GSM operators. This is why you can't buy an unlocked phone to use on Verizon or Sprint unless it comes from them. You can buy any unlocked iPhone from any company and use it on AT&T or T-Mobile, but you cannot buy an unlocked iPhone to use with Sprint or Verizon unless you get the iPhone from them or through Apple with THEIR name attached.
Are the T-Mobile 6's unlocked and ready to be used on other networks like AT&T, or are they just contract free but still locked to the network?
Yes, AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint, etc., all use the same phone. But Verizon and Sprint use CDMA, which means the phone is tied to an account until they change the IMEI. For AT&T and T-Mobile, the account is tied only to the SIM, not the phone. So you can switch your phone out as much as you like if your operator is GSM as opposed to CDMA. For example, if you have T-Mobile or AT&T, you can just get any phone you like to put your SIM in it to use as long as it's factory unlocked. However, for Sprint and Verizon, if you happen to obtain a new phone, you have to call them to have your account switched over to the new phone. You can't just get the SIM and move it to the new phone like you can with GSM operators. This is why you can't buy an unlocked phone to use on Verizon or Sprint unless it comes from them. You can buy any unlocked iPhone from any company and use it on AT&T or T-Mobile, but you cannot buy an unlocked iPhone to use with Sprint or Verizon unless you get the iPhone from them or through Apple with THEIR name attached.
This is out dated information. To start with, per an agreement with the FCC all verizon LTE phones are GSM unlocked when you buy them. Next, you CAN swap verizon SIMs to other Verizon phones just fine and they will activate just fine without calling. But the phones need to be Verizon phones for this to work as Verizon whitelists which phones are allowed on their network. That is why Spring phones will not active, even when they have the hardware to. By the way, Verizon's 4G technology is GSM so theres that.
Yes, AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint, etc., all use the same phone. But Verizon and Sprint use CDMA, which means the phone is tied to an account until they change the IMEI. For AT&T and T-Mobile, the account is tied only to the SIM, not the phone. So you can switch your phone out as much as you like if your operator is GSM as opposed to CDMA. For example, if you have T-Mobile or AT&T, you can just get any phone you like to put your SIM in it to use as long as it's factory unlocked. However, for Sprint and Verizon, if you happen to obtain a new phone, you have to call them to have your account switched over to the new phone. You can't just get the SIM and move it to the new phone like you can with GSM operators. This is why you can't buy an unlocked phone to use on Verizon or Sprint unless it comes from them. You can buy any unlocked iPhone from any company and use it on AT&T or T-Mobile, but you cannot buy an unlocked iPhone to use with Sprint or Verizon unless you get the iPhone from them or through Apple with THEIR name attached.
Not with Verizon. Just do it online. This is why I have had an Xperia Play, a Palm Pre 2, and an iPhone 4 in the last two years, all on the same contract. I didn't have to call anyone. And I'll be switching back to the Play temporarily next week while I trade in the 4 for the $200 credit (too much to ignore).
I was maybe foolish for expecting them to reveal new iPads on the same date as new iPhones and the iWatch, but that's ok, I can wait another month!
I would've liked to order both at the same time and get it all over with in one swoop. I guess they want the iPad to kill what little press other companies will get in-between now and when the iPad releases.
We always upgrade every two years on contract. Right now we have iPhone 5. Not sure what we will do this time around since neither of us really want a larger iPhone. Seems like a compromise to upgrade to a 5s at this point because it is year old technology, however keeping two year old hardware beyond the contract is just throwing money away.
We always upgrade every two years on contract. Right now we have iPhone 5. Not sure what we will do this time around since neither of us really want a larger iPhone. Seems like a compromise to upgrade to a 5s at this point because it is year old technology, however keeping two year old hardware beyond the contract is just throwing money away.
Not exactly throwing away money, you're NOT spending the $200 minimum for an upgrade and you're also saving the $30 upgrade fee that no one at Verizon would remove when I upgraded. $30 upgrade fee... that should be the next BS charge they get rid of.
Also- maybe you can trade your 5 in and get a 5s for free? They you're in a contract for two years but not out any $$ and have a newer phone. Also also- when the 6 is available you can check one out at your leisure, perhaps you will change your mind.
I'll end up picking this up with a smaller carrier (US Cellular).
Will probably do the 64GB iPhone 6 Plus. I'm doing the device financing where I can upgrade every 12 months when I trade the old device in, and they waive the activation fee when you do that. iPhone a year keeps the doctor away.
Not exactly throwing away money, you're NOT spending the $200 minimum for an upgrade and you're also saving the $30 upgrade fee that no one at Verizon would remove when I upgraded. $30 upgrade fee...
We always get Apple Care + so that is also a consideration.
I meant to order two identical sixes at 64 GB, but apparently, in the predawn excitement I got a 64 and a 128. Of course, the 128 is connected to my Wife's number. Can I just switch the SIMs and then activate as if nothing else happened, or is there more to it than that. (Or is there less--maybe it won't matter at all?)
This depends on which carrier you are using. As noted previously, you will need to go through the initial activation which will complete the on-hold transfer of service that is pending on the carrier network (or you can call the carrier and have them try to remove the on-hold process, but that is way more of a pain). Once you have done this you can simply swap the SIM card if you are using AT&T or T-mobile as your phone number is tied to the SIM. If you are using Verizon or Sprint you will need to call them and have them swap the ESN and IMEI's of the phones and then switch the SIM cards. I would also note that even if you are on AT&T or T-mobile, I would still call them and have them update the IMEI in their system so that the correct device is reflected in your online accounts, as well as avoiding random issues with text messages (not iMessage) being delayed or lost on the network.
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I ordered mine through T-Mobile Friday morning at 6:00 AM through the phone when I couldn't order through their website all night. The rep told me I'd get it launch day. Today, I received an email from T-mobile telling me that my order is back-ordered with an unknown ship date.
I called T-mobile and nicely told them that I cannot accept the fact that they charged me almost $9 extra. Apple store sells it for $949, T-mobile sells it for $949.99. I told them the ONLY reason why I got it through them instead of through Apple is because they promised me that I'd get it by launch day. So... they will give me a $10 credit for the shipping cost, taxes on the shipping, and the dollar they charged extra. I guess I won't be getting it on launch day.
Here's a random question.
I meant to order two identical sixes at 64 GB, but apparently, in the predawn excitement I got a 64 and a 128. Of course, the 128 is connected to my Wife's number. Can I just switch the SIMs and then activate as if nothing else happened, or is there more to it than that. (Or is there less--maybe it won't matter at all?)
If you're on Verizon, then it matters. If you're on Sprint, that matters, too! But if you're on AT&T, then you're good. Just switch the SIMs and you're good to go.
“Aw, crap, I ordered one too big.”
“I’ll just... take it for my own.”
" src="http://forums-files.appleinsider.com/images/smilies//lol.gif" />
AT&T/Verizon use the same iPhone now, zero. And I think he could just take ‘em to a Verizon store and they’d swap the activation.
“Aw, crap, I ordered one too big.”
“I’ll just... take it for my own.”
" src="http://forums-files.appleinsider.com/images/smilies//lol.gif" />
AT&T/Verizon use the same iPhone now, zero. And I think he could just take ‘em to a Verizon store and they’d swap the activation.
Yes, AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint, etc., all use the same phone. But Verizon and Sprint use CDMA, which means the phone is tied to an account until they change the IMEI. For AT&T and T-Mobile, the account is tied only to the SIM, not the phone. So you can switch your phone out as much as you like if your operator is GSM as opposed to CDMA. For example, if you have T-Mobile or AT&T, you can just get any phone you like to put your SIM in it to use as long as it's factory unlocked. However, for Sprint and Verizon, if you happen to obtain a new phone, you have to call them to have your account switched over to the new phone. You can't just get the SIM and move it to the new phone like you can with GSM operators. This is why you can't buy an unlocked phone to use on Verizon or Sprint unless it comes from them. You can buy any unlocked iPhone from any company and use it on AT&T or T-Mobile, but you cannot buy an unlocked iPhone to use with Sprint or Verizon unless you get the iPhone from them or through Apple with THEIR name attached.
According to the videos demonstrating how the Samsung feature works you can dock the smaller screen wherever you want on the display.
Yes, AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint, etc., all use the same phone. But Verizon and Sprint use CDMA, which means the phone is tied to an account until they change the IMEI. For AT&T and T-Mobile, the account is tied only to the SIM, not the phone. So you can switch your phone out as much as you like if your operator is GSM as opposed to CDMA. For example, if you have T-Mobile or AT&T, you can just get any phone you like to put your SIM in it to use as long as it's factory unlocked. However, for Sprint and Verizon, if you happen to obtain a new phone, you have to call them to have your account switched over to the new phone. You can't just get the SIM and move it to the new phone like you can with GSM operators. This is why you can't buy an unlocked phone to use on Verizon or Sprint unless it comes from them. You can buy any unlocked iPhone from any company and use it on AT&T or T-Mobile, but you cannot buy an unlocked iPhone to use with Sprint or Verizon unless you get the iPhone from them or through Apple with THEIR name attached.
Are the T-Mobile 6's unlocked and ready to be used on other networks like AT&T, or are they just contract free but still locked to the network?
Yes, AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint, etc., all use the same phone. But Verizon and Sprint use CDMA, which means the phone is tied to an account until they change the IMEI. For AT&T and T-Mobile, the account is tied only to the SIM, not the phone. So you can switch your phone out as much as you like if your operator is GSM as opposed to CDMA. For example, if you have T-Mobile or AT&T, you can just get any phone you like to put your SIM in it to use as long as it's factory unlocked. However, for Sprint and Verizon, if you happen to obtain a new phone, you have to call them to have your account switched over to the new phone. You can't just get the SIM and move it to the new phone like you can with GSM operators. This is why you can't buy an unlocked phone to use on Verizon or Sprint unless it comes from them. You can buy any unlocked iPhone from any company and use it on AT&T or T-Mobile, but you cannot buy an unlocked iPhone to use with Sprint or Verizon unless you get the iPhone from them or through Apple with THEIR name attached.
This is out dated information. To start with, per an agreement with the FCC all verizon LTE phones are GSM unlocked when you buy them. Next, you CAN swap verizon SIMs to other Verizon phones just fine and they will activate just fine without calling. But the phones need to be Verizon phones for this to work as Verizon whitelists which phones are allowed on their network. That is why Spring phones will not active, even when they have the hardware to. By the way, Verizon's 4G technology is GSM so theres that.
Not with Verizon. Just do it online. This is why I have had an Xperia Play, a Palm Pre 2, and an iPhone 4 in the last two years, all on the same contract. I didn't have to call anyone. And I'll be switching back to the Play temporarily next week while I trade in the 4 for the $200 credit (too much to ignore).
No it does not. None of the Nexus smartphones are that big. That's purely a Samsung feature. It's a good idea, but bad implementation.
yes
Me too! I need a new iPad!
I was maybe foolish for expecting them to reveal new iPads on the same date as new iPhones and the iWatch, but that's ok, I can wait another month!
I would've liked to order both at the same time and get it all over with in one swoop. I guess they want the iPad to kill what little press other companies will get in-between now and when the iPad releases.
We always upgrade every two years on contract. Right now we have iPhone 5. Not sure what we will do this time around since neither of us really want a larger iPhone. Seems like a compromise to upgrade to a 5s at this point because it is year old technology, however keeping two year old hardware beyond the contract is just throwing money away.
We always upgrade every two years on contract. Right now we have iPhone 5. Not sure what we will do this time around since neither of us really want a larger iPhone. Seems like a compromise to upgrade to a 5s at this point because it is year old technology, however keeping two year old hardware beyond the contract is just throwing money away.
Not exactly throwing away money, you're NOT spending the $200 minimum for an upgrade and you're also saving the $30 upgrade fee that no one at Verizon would remove when I upgraded. $30 upgrade fee... that should be the next BS charge they get rid of.
Also- maybe you can trade your 5 in and get a 5s for free? They you're in a contract for two years but not out any $$ and have a newer phone. Also also- when the 6 is available you can check one out at your leisure, perhaps you will change your mind.
I'll end up picking this up with a smaller carrier (US Cellular).
Will probably do the 64GB iPhone 6 Plus. I'm doing the device financing where I can upgrade every 12 months when I trade the old device in, and they waive the activation fee when you do that. iPhone a year keeps the doctor away.
Not exactly throwing away money, you're NOT spending the $200 minimum for an upgrade and you're also saving the $30 upgrade fee that no one at Verizon would remove when I upgraded. $30 upgrade fee...
We always get Apple Care + so that is also a consideration.
Here's a random question.
I meant to order two identical sixes at 64 GB, but apparently, in the predawn excitement I got a 64 and a 128. Of course, the 128 is connected to my Wife's number. Can I just switch the SIMs and then activate as if nothing else happened, or is there more to it than that. (Or is there less--maybe it won't matter at all?)
This depends on which carrier you are using. As noted previously, you will need to go through the initial activation which will complete the on-hold transfer of service that is pending on the carrier network (or you can call the carrier and have them try to remove the on-hold process, but that is way more of a pain). Once you have done this you can simply swap the SIM card if you are using AT&T or T-mobile as your phone number is tied to the SIM. If you are using Verizon or Sprint you will need to call them and have them swap the ESN and IMEI's of the phones and then switch the SIM cards. I would also note that even if you are on AT&T or T-mobile, I would still call them and have them update the IMEI in their system so that the correct device is reflected in your online accounts, as well as avoiding random issues with text messages (not iMessage) being delayed or lost on the network.
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