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Hey guys,
Looking to buy an Atrix. A couple quick and noob questions.
1) Where should I buy it from? I have an upgrade on AT&T in August, but from all indications it seems the Atrix is pretty underpriced versus things like the SGII and stuff. Go ebay? Any better choices online for a barely used Atrix?
2) Bootloader. I know it is about to be unlocked, and I saw something about maybe an international unlock already available. You guys think there will be plenty of devs for the phone once we get around to getting it unlocked? I don't want a phone as big as the SGII anyways.
From there, do you guys think its a smart idea to get an Atrix when I have an upgrade available soon? My thinking is getting the Atrix off contract, selling my Captivate, then around November or so when a new batch of phones come out on 4G LTE possibly getting one of those. Maybe the Nexus Prime or something by then? What do you guys think?
I can try and opinate on 2 and 3
2 - There already seems to be a lot of devs involved. Not only cyanogen mod is being ported, there are already a list of ROMs on development. And the bootloader is already unlockeable here on this forum
3 - The Atrix may take some time to take off and reach its full potential, it's one of those phones that needs that extra effort from buyers to make it shine. If you're aiming for a buy in november, it's probably best to just wait for the next batch of phones. I bought the atrix cause I plan to keep it for around 2 yrs.
I'm about to buy an atrix too, and I'm getting it from Craigslist for 280 dollars. I'm saving my upgrade for later.
That's the best way to go.
Viamonte said:
I can try and opinate on 2 and 3
2 - There already seems to be a lot of devs involved. Not only cyanogen mod is being ported, there are already a list of ROMs on development. And the bootloader is already unlockeable here on this forum
3 - The Atrix may take some time to take off and reach its full potential, it's one of those phones that needs that extra effort from buyers to make it shine. If you're aiming for a buy in november, it's probably best to just wait for the next batch of phones. I bought the atrix cause I plan to keep it for around 2 yrs.
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Well here is what I'm thinking:
I can sell the Captivate for ~200, what its going for on Ebay. That puts my Atrix cost down to $100 total pretty much. Then come November, I'm hoping I could resell it for like $200 maybe? Basically would put me at $-100 total cost for the phone, and I'll put the $100 towards my upgrade. So I definitely don't think its a problem to buy it now if its the phone I decided on, because the value seems so low that it isn't going to depreciate as fast as say the SGII from now until it becomes available and such
Anyone else say Craigslist > Ebay for buying the phone? I'm thinking that may be the case as well if prices are that cheap usually
Well I'm going Craigslist because you meet in person, in public, and pop in your sim card to test the device. If it works right then make the transaction.
EBay just seems way to risky to me.
The dev list is growing as we speak! There have been two roms released in the passed two days, both from new devs. Im optimistic. Plus, on cm7 stats, there are 15 devs running cm7 on ATRIX, which makes me optimistic for a future cm7 release. Hope this helps! Tis a great phone.
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I am trying to get a quote on my Atrix. It is a month old and barely used. What should be my asking price ?
In absolute perfect condition 200 is going to be the most you get. Sorry if you were expecting more but id suggest you go on craigslist and look for what they are going for any actually 200 may be asking a little much
http://swappa.com/buy/motorola-atrix-4g-att
Depends on your location. In Canada, a Motorola Atrix (unlocked) goes for about $300 but varies from $250-$350 depending on condition and accessories.
You can always try cell4cash or gazelle
such a shame, the phone's specs are just now starting to be challenged by other new releases, and it came out in january. HDMI out, 1Gb ram,1930Mah battery......
you can get more than 200 dont get played
I've had my mint 4 month old Atrix up for sale on XDA and CL, and even at $225 shipped conus it still wont sell. Mint, non rooted and BL locked, all cables and og packaging.
It may just be a bad time of the year to sell.
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Remember prices on these sites are asking prices. Here in Norcal I see CL ads asking above $300 lingering weeks. One ad is asking $450 has been posted for several months.
It's difficult to know but $300 seems about the point where phones actually sell. I bought one for my son for $150, but I am a patient man.
In my opinion none of the new phones are better than the Atrix. The GN has no sdcard and the RAZR battery is not removable. Both are deal killers for me.
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While browsing sites for a deal on the new Droid Razr, I found, 1. verizon wireless is going to announce black friday deals on their phones tomorrow 2. for a limited time you can get double the data for the same price (2gb = 4gb still $30, etc) 3. You can combine any or all of the verizon wireless deals with a 10% off monthly discount from studentrate.com (Verizon Discount)
I'm going to be adding a line to my existing account and I wonder if most of verizon's black friday deals will be for new customers only. I was also trying to decide between the Thunderbolt or the Razr. The Razr is like brand new so I expect it would be better. Anyone have one?
Razr has been great for me. Got it the day it came out & have no problems with it at all.
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RAZR is an awesome device. There's absolutely no comparison with the Thunderbolt (maybe the Rezound).
If you're getting a new line and/or contract, go Amazon. From now until Monday all of their phones are $0.01, including the RAZR. They are also doing the double-data deal on Verizon, so $30 for 4GB.
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RAZR is an awesome device. There's absolutely no comparison with the Thunderbolt (maybe the Rezound).
If you're getting a new line and/or contract, go Amazon. From now until Monday all of their phones are $0.01, including the RAZR. They are also doing the double-data deal on Verizon, so $30 for 4GB.
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Yep, that is what I did. I getting out of TMO...got 5 phones out for delivery today. 1 Razr, 1 Bionic, 3 Thunderbolts. Razr is for me.
Wow, I just saw you can get the same Verizon discount I mentioned about, if you order from Amazon Wireless, which until 11/28 is selling all Verizon, Sprint and AT&T phones for $0.01 (new lines only). Score!
I was looking at the Bionic too! What made you choose Razr over Bionic?
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Wow, I just saw you can get the same Verizon discount I mentioned about, if you order from Amazon Wireless, which until 11/28 is selling all Verizon, Sprint and AT&T phones for $0.01 (new lines only). Score!
I was looking at the Bionic too! What made you choose Razr over Bionic?
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I can't think of a single reason to purchase the Bionic over the RAZR. The RAZR is the newer of the two handsets from the same manufacturer. It's faster, thinner, lighter, has a better display, and a better camera. The only downside (for some) is the battery is non-removable. You can still hard reset, but you can't swap for another battery. If you use extended batteries, that may be an issue. If not (I never have), it's a non issue.
The real choice is the RAZR vs. the HTC Rezound. I went for the RAZR because I like Motorola's build quality and I prefer AMOLED screens. The Bionic isn't even in the running.
Is it possible to buy on-line GSM version of it in the US (New York for faster shipping)?
Looks like Amazon had too many purchases and now the deal is gone. But I found that Wirefly is giving free activation, free shipping, and a free car charger with Verizon purchases.. Wirelfy Deal
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I can't think of a single reason to purchase the Bionic over the RAZR. The RAZR is the newer of the two handsets from the same manufacturer. It's faster, thinner, lighter, has a better display, and a better camera. The only downside (for some) is the battery is non-removable. You can still hard reset, but you can't swap for another battery. If you use extended batteries, that may be an issue. If not (I never have), it's a non issue.
The real choice is the RAZR vs. the HTC Rezound. I went for the RAZR because I like Motorola's build quality and I prefer AMOLED screens. The Bionic isn't even in the running.
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Is there a battery issue with the Razr that you would want to get an extended battery?
To get the 10% deal I see you can use Amazon, Wirefly, or the Verizon site...but will you still be able to take advantage of the double data special through wirefly or amazon?
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To get the 10% deal I see you can use Amazon, Wirefly, or the Verizon site...but will you still be able to take advantage of the double data special through wirefly or amazon?
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I know the double data deal is available through Amazon, haven't checked Wirefly though.
oh sweet you can? Did you see the data special during check out or??
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oh sweet you can? Did you see the data special during check out or??
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Just checked Amazon again, it has it listed as: (4GB Smartphone Web Browsing and Email (2GB Free) $30.00
After you select a plan it takes you to the services page and there it is
Awesome thanks
i think the double data deal is dead.
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i think the double data deal is dead.
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It might be dead from Amazon, but I'm pretty sure it's still alive direct from Verizon. I just upgraded my data plan today and they're still offering the 2x.
I just checked Amazon, it's still available.
Just checked Amazon, double data is still available. Does anyone know when Verizon is going to expire that special?
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Just checked Amazon, double data is still available. Does anyone know when Verizon is going to expire that special?
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I asked a VZW rep (which really doesn't amount to much, so take this with a grain of salt), but he seemed to think that the double data promotion would be around through the holidays.
Hopefully the rep was right. It would make sense to keep the promo going for the holidays.
I have a verizon contract and my droid x (under warranty) has been having problems. I got the service center to work me up to a droid 3 which seems like a great phone. I love the look but after trying it in the store I decided that I wouldn't really use the keyboard all that much. I would keep it if not for the locked bootloader. I'm planning on selling it to purchase a "new" verizon phone and I should get 200-300 dollars from that. Depending on the phone I may be willing to spend up to 300$ more.
Should I spend that money on a TB? 4g/3g stable? battery life? single core?
Should I purchase some other phone? rezound?
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Should I wait to sell and buy from the next round- google nexus/other?
honestly, I don't need a dual core or 4G. I'd like to not spend too much, and there is an upgrade next december... but for now I'm kind of on the fence.
sounds like you rather have money over a nice phone. well if you wanted the best phones out there right now your choice are rezound, razor (i think rezound is better) and the nexus which should be out very soon.
all will cost you $300 and to me its well worth it.
but heck if money is more important to you, im sure you can get a thunderbolt for dirt cheap now days. Its a GREAT phone and if you root it and put on a custom rom its turns into a hell of a phone.
are the new phones with dual core faster? of course but heck the 4g alone on the thunderbolt makes web surfing a breeze and even though its a single core its still fast phone compared to all other phones in the same generation.
the choice is really yours. but if you rather have your cash then i recommend NOT to visit a Verizon store and to avoid looking at the Rezound screen or you may just end up buying it on the spot, I did.
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the choice is really yours. but if you rather have your cash then i recommend NOT to visit a Verizon store and to avoid looking at the Rezound screen or you may just end up buying it on the spot, I did.
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lol... too late. I'm looking for used ones and if something crops up at the right price I will jump on it.
I actually replaced my DX with a Thunderbolt and really like it. I would just buy a stock Rezound battery for it which works great. The Thunderbolt battery sucks. I can go from morning to well into the evening on the TBolt with the Rezound battery which I would say was comparable to my DXs extended battery life. 4g works wonderfully as well.
Ended up with the rezound. It's a great phone but I got a unit with a couple of issues like the sound bug. I bought it from a second party new and never activated but the way it was setup in the store I don't think I have warranty coverage. Cest lavie. Still have insurance, well see if it bugs me enough to replace.
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i want to buy moto razr, berfore that i need to know that is it really worth buying this one now, when samsing is coming up with a really strong lineup of devices, any advice?
The new razr 5g completely blows this one. You should get that one. It has nicer specs
Don't buy a Samsung