Edit for better deal http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0045DN8EI/ref=ox_ya_os_product
So you can get the prime warranty for 99.99 and with the code it makes it 70 bucks! Which pretty much means you will get a 1 time replacement on your tablet! Because they will not stock the primes parts! Or be able to order them and fix your tablet in their 5 day window! Which means you get the full purchase price back (of your prime) even if it's a year after you bought it (around the time to buy a new tablet)
Also if you sell your prime you can transfer the warranty!
You can purchase the warranty up to 90 days after you bought it!
They cover shipping and have a 5 day fix or pay you the full value
This is great for anyone who plans on unlocking! And voiding their Asus warranty or for us who are really clumsy!
Just letting you guys know
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That seems like a pretty solid deal. Best Buy wanted something like $150.
How reliable is SquareTrade? How likely are they to give me the run around on a claim?
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How reliable is SquareTrade? How likely are they to give me the run around on a claim?
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Look up reviews they got 5 stars all around
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Thanks for the info. I'll be using this to cover both of my Primes.
There is nothing preventing them from sending you a refurbished unit. I'm sure some folks may get a new one but I'm certain they will send the returned tablets off for repair and then warehouse them for the next customer.
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i use squaretrade on every electronic i buy. they have twiced paid me in full for laptops they werent able to repair. Both over $1000. Directly paid to my paypal account (or check option). I think they are a great company and are pretty much hassle free. They even send you the box to send your laptop/electronics in. If its too big too ship, they'll come to house to do in-home eval/repair (TVs, etc.). I highly recommend them from my prior experiences....
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Sounds like a pretty good deal. Where do I go to get a Squaretrade warranty? The website or amazon?
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Sounds like a pretty good deal. Where do I go to get a Squaretrade warranty? The website or amazon?
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Their website.
That coupon didn't work for me. It said "Sorry, this coupon is only available to selected SquareTrade buyers" as a tear ran down my face.
The coupon did not work for me so I used the second best coupon which is 20 dollars off.The coupon code is WIZZARD25.
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The coupon did not work for me so I used the second best coupon which is 20 dollars off.The coupon code is WIZZARD25.
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Thirty30 worked fine when I tested it.
It worked until I tried to check out and I got this message Sorry, this coupon is only available to selected SquareTrade buyers.
I type in new tablet, $499,my quote is $54.99. So y'all added in accidental spills, drops, etc right?
Hell, I may return the $30 case and just keep the free sleeve and neoprene friends gave me
You have to add accidental and weird the code worked for me...
But they have other 20% off codes!
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I actually got ST for the first time on my Prime. Two year ADH for $78 off Amazon.
Amazon has the best price on a ST warranty with ADH: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0045DN8EI/ref=ox_ya_os_product
$63.99 for up to $500. Beats direct from ST with the WIZZARD25 coupon, which comes out to $79.99.
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Amazon has the best price on a ST warranty with ADH: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0045DN8EI/ref=ox_ya_os_product
$63.99 for up to $500. Beats direct from ST with the WIZZARD25 coupon, which comes out to $79.99.
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thats not the tablet specific one. i dont know if that makes a difference or not
So has anyone confirmed the thirty30 coupon code works for actually checking out?
Nevermind I checked and it has a 1 time use per account so make a new one and it might work!
Or try the code labor
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Does rooting your tablet void a Squaretrade warranty?
I was thinking I could always Stock Rom and unroot, but that would not be possible if I spilled or cracked it.
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Just like the title says.....What should we do?
AT&T offers the insurance for $6.99 / month and has a $199 deductible. Only two claims per 12 month period are allowed but it does cover loss or theft.
SquareTrade wants $69.99 for one year and $124.99 for two years. Their deductible is $99 and does not cover loss or theft. Once you make your claim, the insurance contract is completed (you claim...you must get another policy).
Neither of these options look too appealing to me. What is everyone out there going to do once we get our shiny new devices?
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Just like the title says.....What should we do?
AT&T offers the insurance for $6.99 / month and has a $199 deductible. Only two claims per 12 month period are allowed but it does cover loss or theft.
SquareTrade wants $69.99 for one year and $124.99 for two years. Their deductible is $99 and does not cover loss or theft. Once you make your claim, the insurance contract is completed (you claim...you must get another policy).
Neither of these options look too appealing to me. What is everyone out there going to do once we get our shiny new devices?
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I'm looking at Ensquared. $99 for two years, $75 deductible. Theft / loss / damage. Sponsor of and good reports from Android Forums. Apparently pretty good service and good turnaround times on claims. You get I think three claims, but your deductible goes up to $100 for second and third claim.
You have 1-year warranty from AT&T for free. The insurance is only needed for anything that's not covered by warranty.
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You have 1-year warranty from AT&T for free. The insurance is only needed for anything that's not covered by warranty.
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Yes..but the 1 year warranty won't cover it if you drop it. Something to consider when the device is nearly twice the size of my previous device.
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I'm looking at Ensquared. $99 for two years, $75 deductible. Theft / loss / damage. Sponsor of and good reports from Android Forums. Apparently pretty good service and good turnaround times on claims. You get I think three claims, but your deductible goes up to $100 for second and third claim.
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I have Ensquared for my GNote. Have not had any claims but have a buddy that did and they were fine. Will probably get on my ATT version as well since I am buying no commitment pricing.
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Your thread title mentioned warranty. That's what I want to point out. You need warranty if there is manufacturing defacts. You need insurance if something bad happens to it.
I've never dropped any of my phones. And I always prefer living on the edge and never purchase any additional warranty/insurance anything even as expensive as my new cars.
I'm going insurance / no case. I figure this thing is big enough already I don't want a case on it. Plus I ordered the ProClip for it for the car which I don't think fits with most cases.
I baby all my phones and use the where's my Droid app.
If it's stolen I will personally track it down with a gun.
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Ok this is going to sound sort of crummy, but let's say that I get a big scratch on the screen; I mean one where even a blind person would constantly notice.
If I have the ATT $7 insurance, I suppose I could, out of 'shock at the scratch',
accidentally drop it on concrete ( preferably from a height). I would then be able to replace it for $200?
My main concern is how easy it would be to make the claim. Insurance companies can be unpleasant (for reasons such as those depicted above)
I'm thinking ATT would be easiest. I don't know.
How do each of these Insurance places handle subsidised phones? For example...I am paying 300 bucks for it through AT&T...if I have a claim...will they pay for a new out of contract phone?
I think most third party ones either send you a new identical phone, a refurbed identical, or some rare instances a better one (like if you submit a claim in 22 months when the Note 2 is out you might get a Note 2).
You send them your broken phone.
I think ensquared will even put a hold on your credit card for the cost of the replacement phone and send you your new phone immediately before they get your old one back.
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I'm going insurance / no case. I figure this thing is big enough already I don't want a case on it. Plus I ordered the ProClip for it for the car which I don't think fits with most cases.
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Are you sure? The tpu cases are quite thin. I am always worried about scratching my camera lens.
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Best buy has Insurance too
Best buy offered me insurance on my Pre-order for 9.99 a month covers everything but I didn't take it but I was told I could get it at any time just would have to wait 30days befor I could open a claim
I think this time I'm gonna do case & no insurance. Last time I did insurance & no case and never used insurance. so i think ill see how things turn out time.
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JGuinan007 said:
Best buy offered me insurance on my Pre-order for 9.99 a month covers everything but I didn't take it but I was told I could get it at any time just would have to wait 30days befor I could open a claim
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Almost correct. BB allows you to purchase their coverage for up to 30 days after you purchase the phone. After 30 days; you cannot get the coverage from them.
Of the options i like BB's coverage the best. 9.99/month and zero deductible. They dont hassle you and you have a replacement in 2-3 days. ATT's deductable on smartphones is $200.
Can you purchase insurance from Best Buy even if you purchase from AT&T?
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Can you purchase insurance from Best Buy even if you purchase from AT&T?
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No, to get their protection you have to buy the phone from them.
The one exception to this is the iphone. For some reason BB allows iphone users to buy their protection no matter where the iphone was purchased. (perhaps because the iphone shatters so easily)
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Can you purchase insurance from Best Buy even if you purchase from AT&T?
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No, to get their protection you have to buy the phone from them.
The one exception to this is the iphone. For some reason BB allows iphone users to buy their protection no matter where the iphone was purchased. (perhaps because the iphone shatters so easily)
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No
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That being the case....which of the other available plans seem to be the best?
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Almost correct. BB allows you to purchase their coverage for up to 30 days after you purchase the phone. After 30 days; you cannot get the coverage from them.
Of the options i like BB's coverage the best. 9.99/month and zero deductible. They dont hassle you and you have a replacement in 2-3 days. ATT's deductable on smartphones is $200.
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Thanks for chiming in Dave. I work for BBYM and Im really in love with our protection. Broke my iphone 4 three times and never paid a dime or waited over 4 days to get a refurb, which by the way are so nice that I sold as LNIB on craigslist. I could have said brand new but even on craigslist I try to be honest as possible (who knows who the crazies are).
Another option for the BBY protection is to purchase outright. For non iphone smartphones it is $169 for the two years, again with no deductible and no limit to the claims. If you, say, get rid of your phone at any point before the two years is up, they can return the protection at a prorated amount. I do this every time because Ill forget to cancel the $9.99 and I get a new phone so frequently, that would start racking up haha
Why not just pay $9.99 to get Best Buy Black Tie Protection?
No deductible.
Unlimited claims.
Free loaner phone if yours has to be special ordered.
Covers all physical damage except full water submersion.
Cancel any time free.
Those are the exact words I was told when buying my phone.
I got Black Tie.
Persuade me to cancel it so I can save money.
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newfireorange said:
Why not just pay $9.99 to get Best Buy Black Tie Protection?
No deductible.
Unlimited claims.
Free loaner phone if yours has to be special ordered.
Covers all physical damage except full water submersion.
Cancel any time free.
Those are the exact words I was told when buying my phone.
I got Black Tie.
Persuade me to cancel it so I can save money.
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Number one reason is the wait to get your phone back can be a week or two weeks sometimes a month the program is good but I can't go that long without my phone
Ask sprint about their options I think if you are just worried about cracked screens and stuff you can get protection through them for.that at like 4 bucks a month. If I am wrong someone interject. Reason I say 4 is I don't think the tep has raised yet and if u lock it in now it won't raise till you resign...
I do not have Black Tie but I heard that its pretty awful. At times they do not honor replacements.
Google it for more info.
I have Black Tie, but I gotta tell you: the whole "free loaner phone if yours has to be special ordered"? Count on rocking a crappy old Android or a BlackBerry for a little bit if your phone can't be initially just fixed....
Here's the rub: yours IS gonna have to be special ordered, if you need a replacement, no matter if your Best Buy has 500 new EVOs in stock: they won't let you have one of theirs. For me, for the times I had to use it, I waited about 2 weeks the first time (because it was "backordered", even though my Best Buy had plenty), and about 3 days the second.
Of course, you also are also DEFINITELY getting a refurb, count on that 100%.
*I still use it, like I said, but the guy at Best Buy won't tell you all these little "details", which, I think, is a bit shady.
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I waited a month for a broken charger port on my OG Evo. Seemed like an eternity. Got it back and found that while they fixed the port, they blew out the light on the menu button (looked like it was missing a tooth) . Wasn't going to wait again with a beat up small lender phone.
Gave me a scratched and dented LG Optimus. Big ole scratch on the screen.
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Lol at the people that don't like brick and mortar stores its that that is hurting the economy why buy it somewhere and pay a little extra and take a little extra time n pay tax when u can order it online for cheaper ans not pay tax. However I heard awhile back they where or are trying to put laws in place for sales tax on online items.
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Why not just pay $9.99 to get Best Buy Black Tie Protection?
No deductible.
Unlimited claims.
Free loaner phone if yours has to be special ordered.
Covers all physical damage except full water submersion.
Cancel any time free.
Those are the exact words I was told when buying my phone.
I got Black Tie.
Persuade me to cancel it so I can save money.
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I actually just dropped sprints insurance and am going to straight up buy the black tie insurance for $170 for the 2 year protection. How sprint is Jacking up the price on everything you would be paying $264 for 2 years not including the $150-$200 deductible. Hell if I can save $100-$250 with BB with a refurbished phone and wait 2 weeks its worth it.
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ZAGG has insurance as well. I think its 100$ for 2yrs and covers everything with a 100$ deductible. Might wanna look into that.
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best buy also doesnt cover lost or stolen tho if you use mobile defense or sprint locator those arent a huge issue..
ckoadiyn Lol at the people that don't like brick and mortar stores its that that is hurting the economy why buy it somewhere and pay a little extra and take a little extra time n pay tax when u can order it online for cheaper ans not pay tax. However I heard awhile back they where or are trying to put laws in place for sales tax on online items.
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yes cause buying online is different then buying in brick and mortar... the store actually makes more of a profit from online sales then store. and i paid taxes when i ordered from sprint tyvm.. the only thing being loss on online sales is taxes to the state but as someone who works in retail i can also tell you all the people using food stamps arent helping much either.. lord forbid they dont get their tax free soda chips and fat cakes
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best buy also doesnt cover lost or stolen tho if you use mobile defense or sprint locator those arent a huge issue..
yes cause buying online is different then buying in brick and mortar... the store actually makes more of a profit from online sales then store. and i paid taxes when i ordered from sprint tyvm.. the only thing being loss on online sales is taxes to the state but as someone who works in retail i can also tell you all the people using food stamps arent helping much either.. lord forbid they dont get their tax free soda chips and fat cakes
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Lol that is probably true but I always get the impression most shop amazon etc n I know it is just state taxes but still. I don't have a problem with food stamps for those that use it correctly however many people don't use it correctly
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Lol that is probably true but I always get the impression most shop amazon etc n I know it is just state taxes but still. I don't have a problem with food stamps for those that use it correctly however many people don't use it correctly
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i use online cause its a convenience . i work over nights so i can shop while everything is closed and its usually cheaper cause they save on labor and other things a brick and mortar has to pay.. walk into a kmart.. have their website loaded and check prices, you will see that a lot of their stuff is more expensive in stores then online and they will not price match
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i use online cause its a convenience . i work over nights so i can shop while everything is closed and its usually cheaper cause they save on labor and other things a brick and mortar has to pay.. walk into a kmart.. have their website loaded and check prices, you will see that a lot of their stuff is more expensive in stores then online and they will not price match
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Yeah and is rather pay extra to know that American people have a job even if it is a store and 5 extra dollars that's all im trying to say we have to many people to be cutting jobs and companies can pick up and leave over seas. Btw I agree 3rd sucks I work 12-8 am and it is hard a lot of.the time
But all and all price wise. BB is the cheapest if you don't mind waiting a couple days for a replacement refurbished phone and the fact they don't cover loss or theft. Anyone object?
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But all and all price wise. BB is the cheapest if you don't mind waiting a couple days for a replacement refurbished phone and the fact they don't cover loss or theft. Anyone object?
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Nope however I am interested in zagg..
I use http://www.squaretrade.com - $119 for two years protection after tax and 10% discount (coupon code TENFTEN).
You still pay a $99 deductible, and no coverage for theft or loss....but it has great reviews which is comforting. And at about $5/month...much better deal.
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I had the black tie protection and I'll tell you why it isn't so hot.
First, doesn't cover lost or stolen phones.
Second, loaner phones require a $150 deposit.
Third, when I used the insurance to fix a broken charging port, I sent the phone in on Jan 2nd. The phone came back unrepaired 3 times. I finally got a replacement phone the second week of February. Believe me, I would have gladly gave a hundred dollars for a replacement from sprint.
Learned my lesson on best buy protection.
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Ask sprint about their options I think if you are just worried about cracked screens and stuff you can get protection through them for.that at like 4 bucks a month. If I am wrong someone interject. Reason I say 4 is I don't think the tep has raised yet and if u lock it in now it won't raise till you resign...
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The 4$ is still the same for service and repairs. However the replacement part of the TEP has gone up i believe.
And no the TEP will be raised for everyone but only in September if you sign up for TEP before july 17th.
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I use http://www.squaretrade.com - $119 for two years protection after tax and 10% discount (coupon code TENFTEN).
You still pay a $99 deductible, and no coverage for theft or loss....but it has great reviews which is comforting. And at about $5/month...much better deal.
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Do you get a brand new phone? Do they cover loss/theft?
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newfireorange said:
Why not just pay $9.99 to get Best Buy Black Tie Protection?
No deductible.
Unlimited claims.
Free loaner phone if yours has to be special ordered.
Covers all physical damage except full water submersion.
Cancel any time free.
Those are the exact words I was told when buying my phone.
I got Black Tie.
Persuade me to cancel it so I can save money.
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Number one reason is the wait to get your phone back can be a week or two weeks sometimes a month the program is good but I can't go that long without my phone
Ask sprint about their options I think if you are just worried about cracked screens and stuff you can get protection through them for.that at like 4 bucks a month. If I am wrong someone interject. Reason I say 4 is I don't think the tep has raised yet and if u lock it in now it won't raise till you resign...
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I work for Best Buy and am very familiar with the GSBTP plans (Geek Squad Black Tie Protection). What I am about to say is my own opinion and not that of Best Buy's.
That being said, I am going to give you an unbiased opinion on this because I see both sides to what you guys are saying. I bought my phone outright from BBY 2 days ago. Did I buy GSBTP? No, here is why: I like the lost or stolen option from Asurion/Sprint and I never had to use it until 2 weeks ago when someone stole my EVO 3D from my store. I tried remote locating it and all that crap and it didn't help. Paid the deductible through Asurion (should have been $100 but they told me $50) and got a replacement the next day.
As far as what GSBTP offers, yeah, it's not bad. But there are some things that need clarified in what has been said in this thread. The replacements now are all "Rapid Exchange", as in, you come into BBY and we fill out all the paperwork to get you a new phone. What happens is that the system then generates and order for a refurbished phone to be shipped that day while we send yours back to them at the same time. This means that you will get a new phone within 3 business days, not too bad.
However, the loaner phones are pretty crappy, as mentioned. But stores are suppose to charge you $50 for the loaner phone that gets returned back to you after you return it. They don't all do that, but they are supposed to, so keep that in mind that YMMV.
Everything else in the OP is right. BBY won't deny a claim unless you fully submerged it, nor would they even know that unless you told them. There is a girl at my store that literally drops and shatters her iPhone screen atleast 2 times a month and it's been happening for over a year now, never had an issue. Also, with GSPTB, you are entitled to a 1-time battery replacement on your phone as well which is awesome, but unfortunately doesn't apply to phones without removable batteries.
Hopefully this clarified things for you guys and gave you an idea of both sides to the GSBTP story
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Thank you for the clarification.
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Who is getting this with the note 2? Good idea or rip off? Let me know!
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I've gotten it. I swear by it. They sent me 7 brand new galaxy nexus before I finally just bought an s3, only paid $100 once
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I'm planning on buying insurance through squaretrade or ensquared (whichever i get the best coupon code discount for)
It's less expensive and has a lower deductible.
wooties said:
I'm planning on buying insurance through squaretrade or ensquared (whichever i get the best coupon code discount for)
It's less expensive and has a lower deductible.
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The downside to their insurance is once you make a claim, you will have to purchase another 2 year plan to be covered. But I've ready squaretrade policy is very good and most customer are very happy with how they deal with claims.
Ignore the above statement. It's completely wrong. I just called and you can make multiple claims on the policy.
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I'm planning on buying insurance through squaretrade or ensquared (whichever i get the best coupon code discount for)
It's less expensive and has a lower deductible.
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I'm very curious as to these two options. Which would you prefer? Ensquared is a little cheaper, however, coverage won't start until 30 days after the purchase of the protection plan?
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I'm very curious as to these two options. Which would you prefer? Ensquared is a little cheaper, however, coverage won't start until 30 days after the purchase of the protection plan?
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To be honest, I'm still investigating which one as well.
I've got some info here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1769729
And it's making me think about the Best Buy plan too. But so far, I'm leaning ensquared.
Edit: To clarify, what pulls me to Ensquared more is the lower price, coverage for lost/stolen and I believe they allow 3 claims through a 2 year period.
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To be honest, I'm still investigating which one as well.
I've got some info here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1769729
And it's making me think about the Best Buy plan too. But so far, I'm leaning ensquared.
Edit: To clarify, what pulls me to Ensquared more is the lower price, coverage for lost/stolen and I believe they allow 3 claims through a 2 year period.
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Well, Ensquare's first claim is $75, but each subsequent claim is $100.
From their website: $75 deductible fee per claim
. All 2nd and 3rd claims carry a $25 additional deductible for admin charges. -Source: http://www.ensquared.com/catalog/phone-insurance/2-year-phone-insurance-smartphone
Also, you can get SquareTrade coverage for $99 on Amazon. So basically, the difference is just the first claim, the $24 difference.
EDIT: Opps, there's some more info about Ensquare's deductible:
A non-refundable thirty-five dollar ($35) deductible maintenance fee will be collected for each authorized claim for the Covered Product under one hundred and fifty dollars ($150). A non-refundable fifty dollar ($50) deductible maintenance fee will be collected for each authorized claim for the Covered Product valued between one hundred and fifty dollars ($150) and three hundred dollars ($300). A non-refundable seventy-five dollar ($75) deductible maintenance fee will be collected for each authorized claim for the Covered Product over three hundred dollars ($300) or any type of Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs). An additional twenty-five dollars ($25) maintenance fee will be charged to the Member for the second claim and third claim .
-Source: http://www.ensquared.com/2_Year_Phone_Insurance_Terms.htm
I can't find anything from SquareTrade that's something like that as well. As far as I know from what the sales rep told me, all claims have a $99 deductible.
I would have said ripoff had I not used it twice now. First time I didn't even have it until after I needed it. Just so happened my email invite came right after my gnex jumped off my motorcycle. A few scrapes, but they bothered me. Second time I went for a swim trying to launch my boat. Not a bad deal when you consider a $400-800 device price tag.
kdissef said:
Who is getting this with the note 2? Good idea or rip off? Let me know!
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I got asurion for mine, its been good to me. I've gone from a DI 2 to a DGlobal 2 to a Droid 3 all replaced with out an extra fee.
Asurion is with verizon right? I ordered mine from walmart online. I assume I can still get Asurion and then if something happens, go to a verizon store and leave with a new phone. I assume with squaretrade I will have to use an old phone and it will take at least a week to get a new one? If not more with shipping each way.
Used asurion with my broken screen. Paid $130 deductible
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Asurion is good. Just know that it doesn't cover malfunctions or phone issues.
GreystoneHD said:
I got asurion for mine, its been good to me. I've gone from a DI 2 to a DGlobal 2 to a Droid 3 all replaced with out an extra fee.
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How did you get out of paying the deductible? I'm assuming that's what you meant by extra fee.
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How did you get out of paying the deductible? I'm assuming that's what you meant by extra fee.
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Well none had broken screens nor water damage. Never had to pay any deductible, all phones were replaced because of internal hardware issue as how VZW reps would put it on the claim
So i should do ensquared over asurion? What's the more reliable and less hassle option??
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So i should do ensquared over asurion? What's the more reliable and less hassle option??
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If you plan on purchasing your phone from VZW then I recommend asurion. I've been with VZW over 5 years and all my phones had asurion. Haven't had any problems dealing with them so far.
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So i should do ensquared over asurion? What's the more reliable and less hassle option??
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Asurion was pretty good, the deductible was pretty bad tho when the phone was like $400 and they wanted $200 lol
for assurian, If you already have the phone, unless you get an invite by email, I think you'll have to go to the store and they have to 'look at it'. Before I got my insurance online, I took it in and they saw it was already damaged and said, no. Also, no, you won't leave the store with a new phone, they will overnight a phone to you and you get a shipping package to send the old one back. Also, may get a refurb if you use your insurance
flaring afro said:
Asurion is with verizon right? I ordered mine from walmart online. I assume I can still get Asurion and then if something happens, go to a verizon store and leave with a new phone. I assume with squaretrade I will have to use an old phone and it will take at least a week to get a new one? If not more with shipping each way.
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I think both my deductibles were $100, it might vary by device?
IamPro said:
Asurion was pretty good, the deductible was pretty bad tho when the phone was like $400 and they wanted $200 lol
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I think am going to add a rider to my home insurance policy. Only costs about 30 bucks a year and will cover all of our computer devices. There is a 50 dollar deductible and I get a check to replace the device rather than the refurb I would get with asurion. I read this tip here on another thread and checked with my agent about what coverage they offered. Much cheaper than the other cell coverage plans, covers all of our devices, lower deductible, and no refurbished phones as replacement. Unless I am missing something it seems like a no brainer.
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miss chris said:
I think am going to add a rider to my home insurance policy. Only costs about 30 bucks a year and will cover all of our computer devices. There is a 50 dollar deductible and I get a check to replace the device rather than the refurb I would get with asurion. I read this tip here on another thread and checked with my agent about what coverage they offered. Much cheaper than the other cell coverage plans, covers all of our devices, lower deductible, and no refurbished phones as replacement. Unless I am missing something it seems like a no brainer.
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Won't a claim against your home insurance policy increase the rate, no matter how small the claim and payout would be?
I'm looking at getting the Nexus 10 here pretty soon (possibly next paycheck) but I would very much like to play with it first. The idiots at Walmart can never give me a consistent answer if they have them or not and whenever I show up they have no idea what I'm talking about. So I called Staples and the guy said he's getting them in next week and sounded about as excited as I am (hooray for Techies!).
So I asked him about the protection plan and he said it is $84 for accidental damage coverage but he literally said that they cannot refuse me wanting a replacement or a gift card for compensation for any reason. He said it's basically in the terms of service that if I bring the tablet in and want a replacement (not like a 14-day refund/replacement though, but within a year) that they will replace it on the spot no questions asked. He even said basically "and when the new one comes out like a year from now you can bring it in and get a gift card for it and get the new one no problems."
That sounds amazing. That's like future-proofing my tablet for an extra 84 bucks. Anybody out there get one from Staples? And did you get the protection plan? Is it really how he described it? It almost sounds too good to be true but he sounded confident in it.
What do y'all think?
MrSteez said:
I'm looking at getting the Nexus 10 here pretty soon (possibly next paycheck) but I would very much like to play with it first. The idiots at Walmart can never give me a consistent answer if they have them or not and whenever I show up they have no idea what I'm talking about. So I called Staples and the guy said he's getting them in next week and sounded about as excited as I am (hooray for Techies!).
So I asked him about the protection plan and he said it is $84 for accidental damage coverage but he literally said that they cannot refuse me wanting a replacement or a gift card for compensation for any reason. He said it's basically in the terms of service that if I bring the tablet in and want a replacement (not like a 14-day refund/replacement though, but within a year) that they will replace it on the spot no questions asked. He even said basically "and when the new one comes out like a year from now you can bring it in and get a gift card for it and get the new one no problems."
That sounds amazing. That's like future-proofing my tablet for an extra 84 bucks. Anybody out there get one from Staples? And did you get the protection plan? Is it really how he described it? It almost sounds too good to be true but he sounded confident in it.
What do y'all think?
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What you wrote does not agree with this:
http://www.staples.com/sbd/cre/programs/serviceplans/
While I am not sure it is needed, I got an extended warranty from Squaretrade for $60 after a 40% discount.
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I'd read the fine print for yourself and make sure the guy isn't just trying to sell you a "warranty". I bought my Nexus at Walmart and initially bought the $44 protection plan. After getting home and actually reading it (I was too excited at the time that they actually had an N10 in stock) I went back to get a refund for it and they actually did it. Seems all it provided was a repair service.
If the Staples protection plan is what the guy explained, sounds like a good deal.
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ljg600 said:
What you wrote does not agree with this:
http://www.staples.com/sbd/cre/programs/serviceplans/
While I am not sure it is needed, I got an extended warranty from Squaretrade for $60 after a 40% discount.
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How did you get the 40% discount?
CaliLove310 said:
How did you get the 40% discount?
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At the time, and perhaps still the case- discount coupons were being sold on Ebay for $1-$2. Also, if you "Like" Squaretrade on FB- they may still offer a discount- but then you risk upsetting your friends who may be hit with their ads.
Worth Avenue offers competitive prices as well. As indicated, one could make the case that these warranties are a waste of money- factoring in the cost of used devices as replacements in the second coverage year, existing manufacturer coverage- as well as any deductibles.
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The way the warranty works at staples. You have 15 days with Staples from time of purchase to exchange or return your Nexus 10. After this you have the one year warranty with Samsung. If you purchase the protection plan with staples within 15 days of purchase of the Nexus 10 then this warranty begins when Samsungs ends.
If in the one year of protection under Staples after Samsungs warranty is up and you have a problem then you call the 1-800 number on the brochure they give you when you purchase your warranty. When you call them, you tell them it doesn't work (don't ask about repairt). Then will either Email or your send you the full purchase price(excluding tax) in form of a gift card to be used at Staples. You can take this gift card and purchase whatever at Staples even you if don't purchase another tablet.
The most important part of the protection plan is registering right after purchase. Call the number or go to the website listed and register the protection plan. Take the register and put in your Nexus 10 box and keep both for two years.
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The way the warranty works at staples. You have 15 days with Staples from time of purchase to exchange or return your Nexus 10. After this you have the one year warranty with Samsung. If you purchase the protection plan with staples within 15 days of purchase of the Nexus 10 then this warranty begins when Samsungs ends.
If in the one year of protection under Staples after Samsungs warranty is up and you have a problem then you call the 1-800 number on the brochure they give you when you purchase your warranty. When you call them, you tell them it doesn't work (don't ask about repairt). Then will either Email or your send you the full purchase price(excluding tax) in form of a gift card to be used at Staples. You can take this gift card and purchase whatever at Staples even you if don't purchase another tablet.
The most important part of the protection plan is registering right after purchase. Call the number or go to the website listed and register the protection plan. Take the register and put in your Nexus 10 box and keep both for two years.
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Ugh. Is this seriously how it works? That sucks. So I want the one that covers accidental damage (if it were to crack or something) but would that not kick in til one year after I have the tablet? If this is seriously how the plan works then that's dumb.
TBH I'm probably only going to have the tablet for a year and then get a newer model. Maayyybbeee longer.
Even the accidental one doesn't kick in til after samsung ends. So basically you can upgrade your tablet after one year.
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I'd read the fine print for yourself and make sure the guy isn't just trying to sell you a "warranty". I bought my Nexus at Walmart and initially bought the $44 protection plan. After getting home and actually reading it (I was too excited at the time that they actually had an N10 in stock) I went back to get a refund for it and they actually did it. Seems all it provided was a repair service.
If the Staples protection plan is what the guy explained, sounds like a good deal.
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I bought my Nexus 10 at Walmart specifically for the $44 protection plan. (I haven't picked it up yet - it's at a far-away Walmart. I'll get it on Sunday.) I thought it looked like a good deal - about the same terms as Square Trade, but for less than half the price. What's wrong with it? If the screen cracks or I spill tea on it, they will fix or replace it for me. And I don't have to deal with Samsung, even during the manufacturer's warranty period, which I've heard is unfun. Seems pretty good to me.
permutations said:
I bought my Nexus 10 at Walmart specifically for the $44 protection plan. (I haven't picked it up yet - it's at a far-away Walmart. I'll get it on Sunday.) I thought it looked like a good deal - about the same terms as Square Trade, but for less than half the price. What's wrong with it? If the screen cracks or I spill tea on it, they will fix or replace it for me. And I don't have to deal with Samsung, even during the manufacturer's warranty period, which I've heard is unfun. Seems pretty good to me.
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I think what everyone is talking about is that the protection plan is "good" but it doesn't kick in apparently til after the first year of having the tablet because there is already a year warranty from Samsung. If that's right though then it seems stupid because what happens if you crack your tablet before the year is up? Seems counter-intuitive
I have purchased the staples warranty on two items. One being a $200 chair which I called over a year later and they told me to toss it and sent me a gift card for $200. Used it to buy a canon digital camera. I tried claiming warranty on it but they asked what was wrong with it and to send it in for repairs. There was nothing wrong so I didn't send it in, just thought maybe they would send me a new gift card which they didn't. I'm not sure if I was under canon warranty at the time or not. Staples is suppose to get a shipment of N10s tomorrow and I may get the warranty with it since I have had success with it before with the chair.
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MrSteez said:
I think what everyone is talking about is that the protection plan is "good" but it doesn't kick in apparently til after the first year of having the tablet because there is already a year warranty from Samsung. If that's right though then it seems stupid because what happens if you crack your tablet before the year is up? Seems counter-intuitive
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Actually, this is incorrect. It takes effect from the moment you buy the plan, and you can only buy the plan within 30 days of buying the tablet. I bought it the same day. Here's the description (copied and pasted):
http://www.walmart.com/ip/2-Year-Dr...lan-for-Tablets-and-iPads-400-499.99/21556980
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2 Year Drop, Spill and Cracked Screen Service Plan for Tablets and iPads $400 - $499.99
Get long-term peace of mind for your Tablet with a Product Care Plan. If your product has a covered failure during the Plan's term, we'll repair or replace it. We cover 100% of the repair costs. There are no deductibles or hidden fees.
2 years of protection for your Tablet begins the moment you purchase your Plan.
We enhance and extend the manufacturer's warranty.*
Our Product Care Plan provides more coverage than the manufacturer's warranty, such as failures due to:
•Accidental Damage from Handling, such as spills, drops and cracked screens
•Power surges
•Defects in materials and workmanship
•Mechanical or electrical failures, including those due to normal wear and tear
•Internal heat, dust and humidity
This plan provides 2 years of coverage from the date of purchase.
Learn more about our Product Care Plans
Your Product Care Plan also includes:
3-day Service Guaranteed, or your money back.
If your product has a covered failure, we'll repair it within 3 days of receiving it. See the "Learn more about our Product Care Plans" link above for more details.
Transferable Coverage. If you sell your product or give it to someone as a gift, your Product Care Plan and all of its benefits are fully transferable to the new owner, so it maintains its value.
Accidents happen. Take comfort knowing that your purchase is protected from accidental drops, spills and cracked screens from day one.
How the plan works:
•Add the Product Care Plan to your shopping cart.
•Your product is covered the moment you complete your purchase.
•Within two business days, you will receive an email with Plan details.
•If you need to make a claim, call us 24 / 7 / 365 at 1-877-968-6391. Just have your order confirmation emails handy when you call.
Important information:
•Products need to be purchased from either Walmart.com or a Walmart store.
•You can purchase this Product Care Plan for any eligible product up to 30 days after purchase, as long as you have the original Walmart product receipt.
•We may fulfill your claim by providing you with a new, remanufactured or refurbished product with similar features and functionality, or a Walmart Gift Card for the original purchase price of the product (including taxes).
*Limitations and exclusions apply. See Terms and Conditions for complete program details.
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Which insurance did you get? T-Mobile's? 3rd party?
I'm trying to decide if I should even get insurance or not.
Turb0wned said:
Which insurance did you get? T-Mobile's? 3rd party?
I'm trying to decide if I should even get insurance or not.
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I use a 3rd party. Worth Ave Group. They have the best prices and cover everything except lost, but as the lady told me on the phone if you leave your phone somewhere and go back to get it and its gone then it has been "stolen". ;o)
Lots of discount codes you can find online as well.
I have my phone and tablet covered for up to $500 reimbursement and it cost me $52 for the year. FYI, if you have a tablet its cheaper to insure that and then add your phone for an additional $10!
I got ins through TMo
branshaw09 said:
I use a 3rd party. Worth Ave Group. They have the best prices and cover everything except lost, but as the lady told me on the phone if you leave your phone somewhere and go back to get it and its gone then it has been "stolen". ;o)
Lots of discount codes you can find online as well.
I have my phone and tablet covered for up to $500 reimbursement and it cost me $52 for the year. FYI, if you have a tablet its cheaper to insure that and then add your phone for an additional $10!
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Thanks! Im going to look into them. Can I insure at anytime or is it within a certain amount of days after buying the phone?
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Of course! You can do it at anytime. You just have to provide IMEI number.
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Nexus 4 is my insurance.
After discovering the insurance plan for $7/mo had a $150 deductible I decided to forget insurance and purchase a Nexus 4 for $300 if the unthinkable happened.
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Ever since I had a second phone stolen from me and I had to either eat the cost of a full priced phone or get a second line on the account, I've made sure to always have the best protection.
blackangst said:
I got ins through TMo
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Correction. I just got a plan through Square Trade and dropped my TMo ins. TMo ins for this phone for full coverage is 11.99/mo with $130 deductable. Square Trade covers more and is $99 for two years with $99 deductable. Its $125 on their site but I got the $99 price from amazon.