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Something tells me the eligibility date will change. If not, the core Mac Heads who wait in lines for weeks will #### bricks.
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Harry Manback
Footballguy
Kiddnets
Footballguy
that sucks - you can call and talk to a mgr but they are tough on that - I read somewhere if you jailbreak your current phone and sell it online it brings a pretty penny - use that toward the new phone...I just ordered my 32Gig - even though it says 5 days delivery the web site says free shipping on the 19th so maybe they will ship early - I am taking the risk to wait a few days.
Sammy3469
Footballguy
I have to wait until 8/24/2010...had to buy a new one in late March once I dropped my original one. GB AT&T. Loved the txt they sent me the other day saying my network just improved with 3G mobile broadband in downtown Manhattan. Thanks guys, but shouldn't that have been working for awhile now. I don't anticipate they'll have MMS or teethering for awhile. At least the difference between the 3Gs and the original 3G doesn't look too bad since most of the more important upgrades (to me at least) are on the software side, so I guess I'll eventually upgrade to the 4th generation in a year.
Alias
Footballguy
What is the latest on the specs, is the processor improved? Does it have System on a Chip? I gotta say, I'm pretty surprised they didn't up the resolution. I guess that would drain the battery more and my VGA phone sucks ### when it comes to battery life. I just cannot live with Windows Mobile anymore and the constant resets - yes I screwed up in my purchase. Although if I had an iPhone 3G I would not bother to upgrade to the 3GS, it just doesn't seem worth paying the premium non-discounted price.
AcerFC
Footballguy
OK, so I just checked. Both of my phones are eligible for upgrades and the cheaper prices.
Now I have to decide if I want to pay $15 more per month then I do now. My plan has unlimited data and 200 texts for $20. New one has same for $35.
2 questions for those in the know
1. Can they change my wifes number to my iphone I have now. Would be better then throwing it in the garbage
2. Can I keep pics and app info if I get a new one.
I have only synched my phone 2-3 times. Not sure if syncing allows you to keep app info
Now I have to decide if I want to pay $15 more per month then I do now. My plan has unlimited data and 200 texts for $20. New one has same for $35.
2 questions for those in the know
1. Can they change my wifes number to my iphone I have now. Would be better then throwing it in the garbage
2. Can I keep pics and app info if I get a new one.
I have only synched my phone 2-3 times. Not sure if syncing allows you to keep app info
Alias
Footballguy
Has any info. leaked about the internal upgrades? I wouldn't be surprised if it uses a scaled down processor but the SoC allows it to perform faster and more efficiently then the 3G model. Maybe that is why they are keeping it so quiet, or maybe it is just part of their marketing campaign to get people talking.
ETA: I preordered a 16GB (white - my black fuze bakes in the sun when at the beach), $399 (I'm still under contract for my Fuze). Currently my AT&T monthly bill is like $130 a month since I pay a steep fee for blackberry connect which isn't nearly as good as a real blackberry (biggest gripe is I cannot search emails, 2nd biggest gripe is I need to reset it daily to make sure I get all of my emails). By going with the new iPhone I hope to get that monthly bill to under a $100 a month.
Does anyone know how much AT&T charges w/ the data plan + unlimited text messages? I'm not too worried about tethering, isn't there a hack for it anyway? Or did they patch that?
I'm going to try to install an Android type rom on my Fuze after I have the iPhone 3G S all setup for daily use.
ETA: I preordered a 16GB (white - my black fuze bakes in the sun when at the beach), $399 (I'm still under contract for my Fuze). Currently my AT&T monthly bill is like $130 a month since I pay a steep fee for blackberry connect which isn't nearly as good as a real blackberry (biggest gripe is I cannot search emails, 2nd biggest gripe is I need to reset it daily to make sure I get all of my emails). By going with the new iPhone I hope to get that monthly bill to under a $100 a month.
Does anyone know how much AT&T charges w/ the data plan + unlimited text messages? I'm not too worried about tethering, isn't there a hack for it anyway? Or did they patch that?
I'm going to try to install an Android type rom on my Fuze after I have the iPhone 3G S all setup for daily use.
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Balance
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Walton Goggins
Footballguy
Some questions:
If one was not on the ATT plan does it make sense to buy anything other than the 8bg at $99?
I assume since you can't tether if you have a movie on your pc you can't transfer to your phone to view?
If you are an existing ATT customer but contract is up, can you get the 8GB for $99?
If one was not on the ATT plan does it make sense to buy anything other than the 8bg at $99?
I assume since you can't tether if you have a movie on your pc you can't transfer to your phone to view?
If you are an existing ATT customer but contract is up, can you get the 8GB for $99?
goonsquad
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1. Not sure I understand the question. All the iPhone prices require a 2-yr ATT contract. The $99 iPhone is also subsidized and requires contract. Knowing that, it's your choice whether the new iPhone 3Gs options are worth the extra $$ to you.2. Yes, you can transfer movies from your PC to your iPhone. Using iTunes, you just need to convert the video to mp4 so the iPhone can play it. Tethering is using your iPhone as an internet connection for your computer.3. You would need to extend your contract to get the subsidized prices.
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Walton Goggins
Footballguy
Q1 was in reference to some people in this thread complaining about not able to get the phone for the $99 so I assume it's because they are still under existing contracts?
Walton Goggins
Footballguy
Also what is the cost per month for an "all inclusive" plan? Seems like Sprint charges $99 for the Pre.
The Noid
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The unlimited iPhone data plan is $30 in addition to your regular minutes plan for personal use (web surfing, web email like AOL, Yahoo) and $45 for business use (Outlook sync, etc.)It replaces whatever data plan you might already have (if already an AT&T customer) but does not include text messaging. So if your old plan had text messaging and web, you need to replace it with the iPhone data plan and add a text messaging plan a la carte ($5 for 200/month, $15 for 1500, $20 for unlimited, I think.)I don't think they have an "all inclusive" plan that gives you unlimited minutes, texts and data.
goonsquad
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Gotcha. If I were signing a new contract, I'd spend the extra $100 for the 3Gs. The added features are more than worth it, IMO.
AcerFC
Footballguy
The problem I have is that they come out with a new phone every year. If I upgrade my OG iphone to the 3Gs then next year I will have the same problem. I feel for guys like Pick and Mex who got the 3G and 6 months later it seems outdated. There has to be some better way. I would expect my OG iphone to be outdated by now but not 2 models outdatedI am thinking of upgrading since I am eligible for the upgrade. I think I will just keep my $20 plan on OGphone and give it to wife if she wants it. I hate spending $15 extra bucks a month but I may just go for it.My only question is if my apps will transfer to the new phone or if I have to download all over again
Alias
Footballguy
not sure if it was here or some other site, but what some people are doing is adding another line, transferring their current iPhone to the new number and stripping it down to a barebones $9.99 per month plan and then getting the new iPhone at the subsidized price. Then you could either use two phones or if you don't want to pay the extra $10 per month until contract runs out you could kill that line for $175 early termination fee (I think I got that right, but it might be an either/or approach).
Walton Goggins
Footballguy
Wait, can't you upgrade on the apple site to the new software or are you talking about the new features?
Walton Goggins
Footballguy
Thanks. OK so it seems like if you get the Pre and plan costs $99 for everything, unlimited calling, texting, emailing and surfing so what does it cost for an everything plan for ATT?
AcerFC
Footballguy
New features
Spartans346
Footballguy
I am looking at getting the 16 gig 3Gs. When will it be available in stores?
Alias
Footballguy
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Just got back from my AT&T and have my white 16GB 3Gs reserved for the $299 price point.
Since I wasn't eligible I used my brother's eligible line to get the phone. The AT&T guy said that when I pick it up all I have to do is put my 3G phone's SIM card into the 3GS and it will work under my # since my brother already has a 3g package.
So it looks like the way around it is to find somebody (an ATT customer) who is eligible and willing to let you buy the phone under them. Then switch SIMs.
I plan to Unlock/Jailbreak and sell my old 16GB on eBay at the end of next week.
also... they say it will be available in store for pickup on the 19th at 7AM.
Since I wasn't eligible I used my brother's eligible line to get the phone. The AT&T guy said that when I pick it up all I have to do is put my 3G phone's SIM card into the 3GS and it will work under my # since my brother already has a 3g package.
So it looks like the way around it is to find somebody (an ATT customer) who is eligible and willing to let you buy the phone under them. Then switch SIMs.
I plan to Unlock/Jailbreak and sell my old 16GB on eBay at the end of next week.
also... they say it will be available in store for pickup on the 19th at 7AM.
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Leeroy Jenkins
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Is their other crap I have to buy for this phone that doesnt come with it?
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Pretty much up to the user. Some people buy docks, headphones and cases. I like mine clean with no covers. It's nearly in pristine condition after a year with only a small scratch on the corner.
marshall88
Footballguy
This is a good way to get the 3Gs for the reduced price, but doesn't it end up costing you the same amount over time? If you do this plan, you get the 3Gs for $199 instead of $399 ($200 savings). But you have to pay an extra $10/month (for the abandoned line) for 24 months ($240). Or, if you terminate the contract and pay the $175, adding in one month at $10, you've only saved $15 from just paying for the phone at full price.I'd hoped there was a better way to wiggle out of a current, non-eligible AT&T contract, but it seems that AT&T will not make deals on this issue.
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Lehigh98
Footballguy
The thing that pisses me off is enabling video on the new iPhone but not the existing 3G.
Its available on the existing 3G by jailbreaking but Apple will not enable it in order to get people to buy this 3GS.
My 3 year old phone I got rid of for the 3G could record video, how can it still be absent from the 3G?
We've got young kids and would love to take quick vids of things... guess its finally time to jailbreak.
Its available on the existing 3G by jailbreaking but Apple will not enable it in order to get people to buy this 3GS.
My 3 year old phone I got rid of for the 3G could record video, how can it still be absent from the 3G?
We've got young kids and would love to take quick vids of things... guess its finally time to jailbreak.
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Walton Goggins
Footballguy
Wouldn't one want to get the highest GB phone since you can record video? I assume you are getting the newest phone because of the video aspect.Lehigh98 said:
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How were your steaks?
goonsquad
Think different.
Apple needs to differentiate between models. The 3G is an incredibly powerful phone for $99; most thought Apple would release a low end model that was stripped down from the 3G. So while it is a bit frustrating that we know the 3G could do video, albeit at a lower resolution, I can see the business case for Apple to keep video only on the 3Gs. And it's incredible that the full featured 3G is now $99.Lehigh98 said:
Walton Goggins
Footballguy
Are you getting the white over black because white doesn't show fingerprints or scratches? Heard that from someone or on another board.
goonsquad
Think different.
This is the same issue for every electronic device. I bought a $3000 Macbook Pro and they upgraded the model six months later. Buy a plasma TV and in six months you can get a larger version for the price you paid. On the upside, Apple is great with expanding the feature set through it's free software updates. The 3G is getting nearly all improvements that are not hardware based. IMO, that's where the biggest improvements (copy/paste, MMS) are anyway. I can live without video and a digital compass.AcerFC said:
And yes, I'm in the same boat with my 3G. That's just how the game works. 
Alias
Footballguy
I am getting white so that it doesn't get so hot in the sun, at least I think black would retain more heat.
Spartans346
Footballguy
Is there anyway I can get my wife an Iphone 8gig without the data package? She just wants texts and use it for music. It costs as much as a blackberry
Walton Goggins
Footballguy
What's the monthly bill getting everything included?White is interesting and would think initially I would like it more but over the long haul don't know and would think if either is left in the heat it'll be hot.
Leeroy Jenkins
Footballguy
Got an email from Apple stating that the delivery date on my previous receipt was incorrect, and that I should receive the iPhone 3Gs on June 19. 
Lehigh98
Footballguy
Yeah, I understand why they're doing it, personally I just don't like it.If anyone comes up with the lowest cost way to get a 3G swapped out to a 3GS, please post it.goonsquad said:
I'd probably shell out a hundred or so to get that done but can't go much beyond that.
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Harry Manback
Footballguy
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Unlocked iPhones 3G's seem to be selling pretty well on eBay.The used 16gb iPhone 3G sell between $350-500.
The used 8gb iPhone 3G sell around $300-400.
If you have the slightly discounted price eligibility you could come out okay.
HellToupee
Footballguy
I wonder how much I can get for a couple of 2g iphones on ebay
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around $200 for a 4gbaround $250 for an 8gb
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