Galaxy Tab 10.1/wifi/refurb'd $298. Is this a decent going price? The only thing that worries me is the refurb holds a 90day warranty. Thinking about jumping on it, thoughts?
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Galaxy Tab 10.1/wifi/refurb'd $298. Is this a decent going price? The only thing that worries me is the refurb holds a 90day warranty. Thinking about jumping on it, thoughts?
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You can get a Squaretrade warranty to offset some of that warranty concern.
I sent my tablet in this week because I dropped it (ugh) and the screen cracked badly. The refurb doesn't seem to offer ADH coverage though (Accidental Damage from Handling - like dropping???).
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You can get a Squaretrade warranty to offset some of that warranty concern.
I sent my tablet in this week because I dropped it (ugh) and the screen cracked badly. The refurb doesn't seem to offer ADH coverage though (Accidental Damage from Handling - like dropping???).
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Hmm, that's odd about the lack of adh coverage on refurb. As far as the price, it seems decent from what I've researched thus far, no? Lastly the lack of a sdcard slot, I assume you can plug in a flash drive? Thanks for the replies.
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Hmm, that's odd about the lack of adh coverage on refurb. As far as the price, it seems decent from what I've researched thus far, no? Lastly the lack of a sdcard slot, I assume you can plug in a flash drive? Thanks for the replies.
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You can plug in a flash drive with an adapter, but I don't know if you can install apps on the flash drive (but you really wouldn't want to due to the form factor of a tablet + an adapter + flash drive). I am almost sure you can't install apps to it anyway.
That is a great price. Most of these things go for 350+ refurb'd or used. [Check Swappa, Craigslist, ETC]
That is a good price for sure..
Well i dont know. With the ipad 3 coming out next month along with other Android tegra 3 tablets, the prices of older tablets will drop a lot.
I picked up a brand new 10.1 tab with 3g last week for $320 on Kijiji with the receipt. So keep looking for better deals, or just wait a month for the newer tablets to come out.
Its only money. How can you suggest waiting a whole month? Even if the price drops $100 it would be worth it to me not having to wait that long. I mean really, going without my tab for a month? Just kill me instead. :screwy:
Of course it was different before I knew what I was missing.
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After having the skyrocket for one day, I decided to go back to the original Galaxy S2. My reason? I saw a post on there that the OG GS2 was only $99 at Target. I couldn't justify the $150 extra price for a bigger screen and LTE option that isn't even in my area.
So I went to Best Buy and did a exchange/price swap for the OG GS2. The guy at Best Buy mobile offered me to keep my Skyrocket and give me $100 back. But instead I decided to get the OG GS2 and got instead $150 back. He said if I decide to go back to the SkyRocket later, he won't offer this deal again. The reason he offered it was because they would lose money on the exchange. What would you guys have done?
Don't get me wrong, I liked the Skyrocket, I even had it rooted. For the support of roms and awesome devs the OG GS2 has, it was a toss up. The Snapdragon processor lag was not noticeable when even scrolling fast through the forum categories this site has. Anyway glad to be back xD
Off to root this phone again!
You're crazy dude. If you could have gotten back $100 and only been out $50 you should have kept the skyrocket.
I'm not much of a penny pincher. I'm definitely not rich, but in the end it's not a lot of money and you only live once. I'm not going to live my life being cheap. Geez I probably spend $300 a month just in Starbucks.
I returned my SG2 and paid the extra $50 to get the Skyrocket. Of course I live in an LTE area, but usually use wifi at home anyway.
My thoughts were that the SR is more future proof. Also I see no lag with either phone. People with a sg2 who say they see lag on the SR are really on crack. They are both really speedy. I don't base a phone on benchmarks which rate things I would never really do.
But in the end, if you're saving basically a tanks worth of gas made you happy, then I guess that is what matters.
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After having the skyrocket for one day, I decided to go back to the original Galaxy S2. My reason? I saw a post on there that the OG GS2 was only $99 at Target. I couldn't justify the $150 extra price for a bigger screen and LTE option that isn't even in my area.
So I went to Best Buy and did a exchange/price swap for the OG GS2. The guy at Best Buy mobile offered me to keep my Skyrocket and give me $100 back. But instead I decided to get the OG GS2 and got instead $150 back. He said if I decide to go back to the SkyRocket later, he won't offer this deal again. The reason he offered it was because they would lose money on the exchange. What would you guys have done?
Don't get me wrong, I liked the Skyrocket, I even had it rooted. For the support of roms and awesome devs the OG GS2 has, it was a toss up. The Snapdragon processor lag was not noticeable when even scrolling fast through the forum categories this site has. Anyway glad to be back xD
Off to root this phone again!
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I will switch to Skyrocket if it's $99 in my Boston area ($250 instead) and i only got this one for $50. So in order to get the Skyrocket i need to put an extra $200. Hmmm too much.
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After having the skyrocket for one day, I decided to go back to the original Galaxy S2. My reason? I saw a post on there that the OG GS2 was only $99 at Target. I couldn't justify the $150 extra price for a bigger screen and LTE option that isn't even in my area.
So I went to Best Buy and did a exchange/price swap for the OG GS2. The guy at Best Buy mobile offered me to keep my Skyrocket and give me $100 back. But instead I decided to get the OG GS2 and got instead $150 back. He said if I decide to go back to the SkyRocket later, he won't offer this deal again. The reason he offered it was because they would lose money on the exchange. What would you guys have done?
Don't get me wrong, I liked the Skyrocket, I even had it rooted. For the support of roms and awesome devs the OG GS2 has, it was a toss up. The Snapdragon processor lag was not noticeable when even scrolling fast through the forum categories this site has. Anyway glad to be back xD
Off to root this phone again!
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Where did you find the OGSGS2 for $99?? I'm checking their online but nothing...
Just found it in slickdeals... so I guess I am gonna go down to Target tomorrow and see if they still have that deal. I would totally go back to OGSGS for $100 lmfao
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You're crazy dude. If you could have gotten back $100 and only been out $50 you should have kept the skyrocket.
I'm not much of a penny pincher. I'm definitely not rich, but in the end it's not a lot of money and you only live once. I'm not going to live my life being cheap. Geez I probably spend $300 a month just in Starbucks.
I returned my SG2 and paid the extra $50 to get the Skyrocket. Of course I live in an LTE area, but usually use wifi at home anyway.
My thoughts were that the SR is more future proof. Also I see no lag with either phone. People with a sg2 who say they see lag on the SR are really on crack. They are both really speedy. I don't base a phone on benchmarks which rate things I would never really do.
But in the end, if you're saving basically a tanks worth of gas made you happy, then I guess that is what matters.
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I know it was only $50, but I also had a little over $100 in accessories on the OG GS2: Zagg Shield, Casemate pop case, extended battery, Taurus bumper. So in the end I do end up saving $150. Initially all I really wanted to do was see how much development would happen in that 30 day period.
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Where did you find the OGSGS2 for $99?? I'm checking their online but nothing...
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I just called my local Target.
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I just called my local Target.
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good idea.. calling my local stores now.. but they are all on "dinner" break... damn them!
mbze430 said:
good idea.. calling my local stores now.. but they are all on "dinner" break... damn them!
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yea they always seem to busy, I had to be put on hold 3 times by the operator to have their electronics department pick up >.>
Here's the post that I found the price of $99. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1335677&page=6 Should be at the bottom of the page.
If it makes you feel better, I could have bought the Vivid for $99, Skyrocket for $149 but I'm holding my $99 SGSII right now
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If it makes you feel better, I could have bought the Vivid for $99, Skyrocket for $149 but I'm holding my $99 SGSII right now
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I'm holding a Skyrocket for $149 as well... and I had the OGSGS2 for $199... but like I said I would totally go back to the OGSGS2 for $99. Cuz I am cheap like that
because honestly... with ALL electronics is all about getting it for the cheapest one can get. Because they dEVALUE the fastest and become obsolete. The cheaper the better because in 2-3 months there ALWAYS something better.
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Just got off the phone with Target, and they have it for $99 here as well.. sweet... gonna go to BB to return the Skyrocket tomorrow
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I'm holding a Skyrocket for $149 as well... and I had the OGSGS2 for $199... but like I said I would totally go back to the OGSGS2 for $99. Cuz I am cheap like that
because honestly... with ALL electronics is all about getting it for the cheapest one can get. Because they dEVALUE the fastest and become obsolete. The cheaper the better because in 2-3 months there ALWAYS something better.
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So true. Both will be outdated within a month. At least the SGSII will have the huge dev community.
And LTE... that'll just get me to my 2GB data limit quicker. I'm on Wifi alot anyway and barely stream anything anyway.
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If it makes you feel better, I could have bought the Vivid for $99, Skyrocket for $149 but I'm holding my $99 SGSII right now
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haha thanks
mbze430 said:
I'm holding a Skyrocket for $149 as well... and I had the OGSGS2 for $199... but like I said I would totally go back to the OGSGS2 for $99. Cuz I am cheap like that
because honestly... with ALL electronics is all about getting it for the cheapest one can get. Because they dEVALUE the fastest and become obsolete. The cheaper the better because in 2-3 months there ALWAYS something better.
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I wonder if it would be possible to return the phone every 30 days since there is no "one return/exchange only" policy like AT&T...
JK... or am I?
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You're crazy dude. If you could have gotten back $100 and only been out $50 you should have kept the skyrocket.
I'm not much of a penny pincher. I'm definitely not rich, but in the end it's not a lot of money and you only live once. I'm not going to live my life being cheap. Geez I probably spend $300 a month just in Starbucks.
I returned my SG2 and paid the extra $50 to get the Skyrocket. Of course I live in an LTE area, but usually use wifi at home anyway.
My thoughts were that the SR is more future proof. Also I see no lag with either phone. People with a sg2 who say they see lag on the SR are really on crack. They are both really speedy. I don't base a phone on benchmarks which rate things I would never really do.
But in the end, if you're saving basically a tanks worth of gas made you happy, then I guess that is what matters.
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SR is not more future proof - as it's a niche device with little in common with other devices, it's going to get very attention development-wise, officially or unofficially.
As compared to the I777, which can get nearly anything the I9100 gets, which is Samsung's hottest-selling phone of 2011.
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SR is not more future proof - as it's a niche device with little in common with other devices, it's going to get very attention development-wise, officially or unofficially.
As compared to the I777, which can get nearly anything the I9100 gets, which is Samsung's hottest-selling phone of 2011.
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its only 2 days old.......damn E
Welcome back, I think that the OGS2 is the better device for me. Glad you like it as well!
my take...
I returned the Galaxy S II for the 'Rocket... At first I was going to use my contact extension to buy and sell an iPhone 4S and use the profit to finance a Galaxy Note but now that I have LTE there's no going back, especially with my grandfathered unlimited data... The bluish display tint is annoying but I can put up with it, especially since I got the 'Rocket for $150. Fair dinkum for sure.
I have never done a 30days switch till this year. It's the way Samsung/AT&T had made their release on the Galaxy S2 and the variants.
As they release 2 "similar" phone within the 30days period. Which gives us the consumer the ability to go on a "trial" basis thanks to 3rd party stores like BB, Walmart, and Target with their 30days no question as return policy.
I bought the sgs2 for $260 out the door the hour it came out while paying verizon $220 to break my unlimited data contract and final bill. Yup, $480 and metered data this phone cost me. Best mobile month of my life.
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SR is not more future proof - as it's a niche device with little in common with other devices, it's going to get very attention development-wise, officially or unofficially.
As compared to the I777, which can get nearly anything the I9100 gets, which is Samsung's hottest-selling phone of 2011.
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That's how I feel. Much like the Galaxy S and the NA variants of the phone.
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SR is not more future proof - as it's a niche device with little in common with other devices, it's going to get very attention development-wise, officially or unofficially.
As compared to the I777, which can get nearly anything the I9100 gets, which is Samsung's hottest-selling phone of 2011.
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Yes the dev part is true. Me on the other hand I don't run custom roms. I did when I had the captivate being as it took forever for 2.2 to come out, and when it did I already moved on.
I used to jailbreak all my iPhones just so I could customize it. But I never really got on to the custom rom bandwagon with android phones.
Stock works just fine for me.
I still think it's more future proof though being as LTE is the next generation and which is the future. It will keep expanding in coverage and in the end I think the SR would be the better choice for that reason.
For me, I like the bigger screen of the SR (my eyes aren't getting any better as I age), and I live in an LTE area.
I am actually enjoying the SR much better than I did my Atrix, although the Atrix is a great phone as well.
On a side note, I wonder why AT&T is only doing Visual Voicemail with their LTE devices. It would be easy to just offer the app for other androids. I used YouMail for my other phones which works great, but just something about having it built in to the carrier I like better.
Hey just a quick question. Is there any way I could still get my hands on a refurb touch pad @ this point due to fire sales or am I fresh out of luck? Reason I ask is cuz I'm seeing these sell for 250+ and I know they went for cheaper before. Thanks for the help in advance.
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i have a completely mint touchpad that's rarely been used with original box/cables that i'd sell you. got a new tablet over christmas and the TP has been collecting dust. only had it for about 3 months prior to that. it's been in a case since day one and has no scratches
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Hey just a quick question. Is there any way I could still get my hands on a refurb touch pad @ this point due to fire sales or am I fresh out of luck? Reason I ask is cuz I'm seeing these sell for 250+ and I know they went for cheaper before. Thanks for the help in advance.
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Pretty sure what happened was HP was done with touchpad/webOS so they just wanted to get rid of their inventory, so they sold them for ~$100 each, which created a massive demand for them. So much so that they started producing more, and selling them at ~$250 not the original $400 price tag.
I bought mine for ~$200 from woot a few weeks ago, but am looking to sell it since I'm not using it as much as I thought. Might put it in the marketplace here in bit if you're interested.
I would check Craigslist frequently. I found mine for $175 brand new in sealed box (not refurbished).
Be very careful!
There are a lot of robberies happening around the country due to craigslist.
Someone advertises something that is hot (HP TouchPad, iPad, newest smartphone, etc.) for a deal - then when you show up at that address to check it out they mug you and take the money they know you brought with you. Only do the transactions in public places with security or bring some (armed) friends along.
They also do the reverse. They come to check out your item and then haul ass once they get their hands on it.
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There are a lot of robberies happening around the country due to craigslist.
Someone advertises something that is hot (HP TouchPad, iPad, newest smartphone, etc.) for a deal - then when you show up at that address to check it out they mug you and take the money they know you brought with you. Only do the transactions in public places with security or bring some (armed) friends along.
They also do the reverse. They come to check out your item and then haul ass once they get their hands on it.
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wow that's scary. I buy a lot of stuff from craigslist and I never had a problem. Ofcourse I usually meet at a mall. I bought my sealed 32gb touchpad for $220 and my gnexus for $580.
I currently have a Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket with AT&T. I also have an Acer Iconia A500 10" tablet. Both are rooted running custom ROMS. The tablet is actually running a leaked ICS. I have been proposed this offer. A guy has an upgrade available. He wants to buy me a brand new white galaxy note in exchange for these two devices.
If it were you would you accept the trade?
No. LOL he should give you cash, you can decide how much depending on condition of your phone and tablet. Wait a few and watch Note's price drop.
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Skyrocket eBay average sold* price for used phone in perfect condition: $400.00
Iconia A500 eBay average sold* price for used tablet in perfect condition: $300.00
SOURCE.
That is $700 and for that you can get a brand new I7000. That guy would only have to spend $300 on a white note and take a $400 profit off you.
*"Average sold" means the average price for that specific item that actually SOLD. Not the price they are listed for sale.
But you cant calculate it at 300 he is also giving up his upgrade. You have to look at the average sale price of the Galaxy note and its close to 700.
I did actually consider selling both the items and turning around and buying one myself but then I go through the hassle and time of selling them, hoping that I get enough out of them. I also go without a phone in between the time the skyrocket sells and I get the note because it is my only phone.
I am not eligible for an upgrade at the moment so I would pay that $700 price tag. Yes, he may only pay $300 but he wins by getting both devices and saving some money on the purchase and I win by getting the note without the trouble of having to sell both devices and hoping I get enough.
The question I come down to is if the Note is a good enough phone to ditch the skyrocket whose only advantage over the note is that it has NFC and the tablet, which I hardly use because I have a laptop and an iPad, for the note that has the larger screen.
The main things I use my phone for are as a GPS navigator, a web browser, and a camera. The larger screen would seem to be better suited for all of that. I would hope that posting this in the Galaxy Note section you would have some insight as to the performance of the device as well as the customization available (ROMs, Kernels, etc). I've owned the devices I'm giving up, I haven't owned the Note. Just looking for pros and cons and personal opinions. No need for comments like "He's ripping you off" or what not. Just explain why you think he is.
Thanks guys!
I would take the trade. Trying to sell stuff on craigslist or eBay is such a pain. But that is me and I was desperate for the note. I had my skyrocket + $200 cash on my end on craigslist looking for a trade. So if you are impatient and don't mind taking a little hit go for it. The note is an amazing device. I also have an iconia and I have not used it in a week.
However if you are asking here that would indicate some trepidation on your behalf. Trust your gut.
I would take the trade + $50-$100 cash back from the guy who has the Galaxy Note
if it were me....i would not do it.
he is winning either way you look at it. the Rocket is a great device in its own right......plus a tablet?
sell one or both and see where it leaves you. at&t has the note 649 right. if anything trade the rocket to him plus a little cash and keep the tab or vise versa
thats my OP
700? There's one in marketplace right now for 550 shipped. They're going to be on the market for about that much for awhile..your choice ...easy deal for trade or sell your devices for what they're worth and pocket 150.
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I came from the Skyrocket and dont regret it at all. Probably biggest decision is how much will you miss a full tablet. I would say he is making out a little ahead and may be able to talk him into 50 dollars or so but if its what you really want its worth it IMHO.
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The question I come down to is if the Note is a good enough phone to ditch the skyrocket whose only advantage over the note is that it has NFC and the tablet said:
The Note has NFC
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If you live near me, I'll gladly trade you my Note for what you're offering.
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I came from the Skyrocket and dont regret it at all. Probably biggest decision is how much will you miss a full tablet. I would say he is making out a little ahead and may be able to talk him into 50 dollars or so but if its what you really want its worth it IMHO.
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He still has an iPad, and from what he says he uses his devices for, the iPad more than fulfills the 'full tablet' requirement. No, it isn't an android tablet, but the iPad still surfs the web well, apart from flash.
i would tell him the skyrocket or the acer iconia and $100 for his Galaxy note - if he says no then tell him to go F** himself.
Good luck
I more or less did this exact thing, since I wasn't eligible for an upgrade on the Note. I sold my SR and a Toshiba Thrive on ebay for about $680. But then you take into account Ebay fees and then Paypal fees and you're out almost $100. So the offer is not terrible really, if you wanted a Note anyways.
My Samsung Galaxy Note™ is smarter than your Honor Student.
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If you live near me, I'll gladly trade you my Note for what you're offering.
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I'm in Indianapolis
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I'm in Indianapolis
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Too much driving from Florida.
I wasn't serious anyway. You'll end up losing out on the deal if you trade with the guy. Try to sell them separately and you'll come out even. The Skyrocket should get you $300 on Craigslist easy. That alone should be enough to pick up the Note from him and you get to keep the rocket and the tab
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Too much driving from Florida.
I wasn't serious anyway. You'll end up losing out on the deal if you trade with the guy. Try to sell them separately and you'll come out even. The Skyrocket should get you $300 on Craigslist easy. That alone should be enough to pick up the Note from him and you get to keep the rocket and the tab
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I assumed as much Just figured I'd call your bluff.
After looking around craigslist and ebay I could probably break even with enough money to buy the note but then I go through the hassle of selling them and then being without a phone if the phone happens to sell before the tablet and I don't have the money for the note yet.
It basically comes down to whether or not I really want the note. I've been to AT&T twice to play with it and like the phone but that one wasn't rooted, OCed, or running a custom ROM. I know it has to be faster than the one they have on the floor.
So far I've seen comments that people have switched from the skyrocket to the note and don't regret it. I'd be curious if there is anyone who does?
I had two skyrockets with in a two week period and both developed problems and were returned to AT&T, I told them to keep the skyrocket and I would pay the difference for the white note and I think that the Note is a much better phone than the skyrocket!!! It is a great phone and a even better tablet, I have not touched mt Galaxy tab since I got my note.
I have a deal pending on my SR for $350 shipped and the Iconia 16gb A500 will probably get you $250 so that's $600 from you. If you pay the paypal fee and shipping like I am, I'm only really getting about $310 for the SR. A NIB Note is getting about $550 so it's really more a question of...Do you feel like you are losing out or getting what you want? I have the Transformer Prime running CM9 with a case and I hardly use it. My phone is what I spend most of my time on.
Woot has the 32gb Touchpad on sale for $195 + $5 ship. Get one while they last. Check here.
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Woot has the 32gb Touchpad on sale for $195 + $5 ship. Get one while they last. Check here.
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Yeah, I already ordered one!
Nice find, trying to see if i can pull enough together for one. Having 2 TP's would be nice.
Got Mine....!
Just snagged mine
hrm
i actually came here to ask if it was worth getting one of these things..
Does its internals still hold up to try out more recent apps/games?
Thanks!
Just wooted myself one. Had the 16GB model since the first day of the fire sale. But really wanted a 32GB for the luxury of the extra space and to dual boot ICS.
Excited!
Bought one last week and I've almost chewed off all my fingernails waiting for it in the mail.
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i actually came here to ask if it was worth getting one of these things..
Does its internals still hold up to try out more recent apps/games?
Thanks!
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I second this concern. I am torn as well. Considering a used one for around $200 (since I missed out on this woot deal), but do they still hold up to current offerings? I am thinking mostly performance and screen quality.
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I second this concern. I am torn as well. Considering a used one for around $200 (since I missed out on this woot deal), but do they still hold up to current offerings? I am thinking mostly performance and screen quality.
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I don't understand your question. What do you mean by "current offerings"? But I'll say this, there isn't a pad out there in the $200 price range that comes anywhere near the Touchpad's performance.
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I don't understand your question. What do you mean by "current offerings"? But I'll say this, there isn't a pad out there in the $200 price range that comes anywhere near the Touchpad's performance.
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How about $250-300 used? LOL Keep in mind I'd be getting the TouchPad for $200 used too. By the way, I was very partial to webOS (I own both a Sprint Pre and an AT&T Pre+), but I gave up on it (can't blame me; Palm, HP, Sprint, AT&T and Verizon all did too). If I get a TouchPad is to have Android on it (or at least dual boot). Is it a worthy Android tablet, with a screen that can compare to IPS+ or Super AMOLED and performance that's at least close to that of an ASUS Transformer or at least Samsung Galaxy Tab?
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How about $250-300 used? LOL Keep in mind I'd be getting the TouchPad for $200 used too. By the way, I was very partial to webOS (I own both a Sprint Pre and an AT&T Pre+), but I gave up on it (can't blame me; Palm, HP, Sprint, AT&T and Verizon all did too). If I get a TouchPad is to have Android on it (or at least dual boot). Is it a worthy Android tablet, with a screen that can compare to IPS+ or Super AMOLED and performance that's at least close to that of an ASUS Transformer or at least Samsung Galaxy Tab?
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I picked up 3 TouchPads last month & sold all 3 for $250 a pop within days. In hindsight, I probably could have raised the price to $275 and still sold all 3.
I am in absolute love with my TouchPad iwth CM9.
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I picked up 3 TouchPads last month & sold all 3 for $250 a pop within days. In hindsight, I probably could have raised the price to $275 and still sold all 3.
I am in absolute love with my TouchPad iwth CM9.
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If you don't mind my asking, how much did you pay for them? New, used, refurbished? Where did you buy them? If I decide to get one, should I buy one off craigslist (which I have no problem with, since that's how I buy most of my phones). This person is selling me a 16GB (I don't care for storage size on a tablet) in mint condition with box and accessories for $200. Or are good deals like the woot one coming out regularly and I should just wait for now?
I bought 3 32GBs at BestBuy for $150 each. Stock magically appeared in many BBs a couple months ago, I picked up a couple.
I sold all 3, new in box for $250. I've seen refurb deals for 32GB for around $200 a couple times in the last month.
One of the TPs I sold on e-bay for $250, but it was DOA when he unboxed it. I sent it back in for warranty and re-sold it for $225 when I got it back.
Who knows when the refurb stock will die and TPs will disappear from the general market.
If it were me, I'd probably wait to see if I could score a 32GB for around $200 or 16GB for 150-175.
Have you checked E-Bay?
Good luck!
MeetFace said:
I bought 3 32GBs at BestBuy for $150 each. Stock magically appeared in many BBs a couple months ago, I picked up a couple.
I sold all 3, new in box for $250. I've seen refurb deals for 32GB for around $200 a couple times in the last month.
One of the TPs I sold on e-bay for $250, but it was DOA when he unboxed it. I sent it back in for warranty and re-sold it for $225 when I got it back.
Who knows when the refurb stock will die and TPs will disappear from the general market.
If it were me, I'd probably wait to see if I could score a 32GB for around $200 or 16GB for 150-175.
Have you checked E-Bay?
Good luck!
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Sounds like you made some easy money!
eBay: 16GB refurbished for $199 + free shipping
eBay: 32GB refurbished for $228 + free shipping
Yes, yes it was. My golf budget for the summer =]
I did have to pay e-bay seller fees twice & return shipping on a damaged item from my buyer. But still, it was easy money. I did load CM9 on two of the pads
MeetFace said:
Yes, yes it was. My golf budget for the summer =]
I did have to pay e-bay seller fees twice & return shipping on a damaged item from my buyer. But still, it was easy money. I did load CM9 on two of the pads
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I know this isn't the thread for it, but is any functionality missing from CM9? I remember when CM7 first came to the TouchPad and a bunch of things still weren't working.
Think those eBay deals above are good?
WiFi drivers that were just released are pretty darn solid. (although I've personally never had much of a problem with Wifi).
The camera/MIC don't work yet (I could care less since I have a CM9'd Epic 4g).
Mmmm...some people have problems with sound distortion when the screen is off but only on the external speakers. I have sound problems, but I'm 95% certain it's b/c of my kids dropping it.
Ever since CM9 was released, I've used my TouchPad almost every day. I use my laptop & phone a LOT less when I'm at home now.
MeetFace said:
WiFi drivers that were just released are pretty darn solid. (although I've personally never had much of a problem with Wifi).
The camera/MIC don't work yet (I could care less since I have a CM9'd Epic 4g).
Mmmm...some people have problems with sound distortion when the screen is off but only on the external speakers. I have sound problems, but I'm 95% certain it's b/c of my kids dropping it.
Ever since CM9 was released, I've used my TouchPad almost every day. I use my laptop & phone a LOT less when I'm at home now.
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These do worry me. How is the CM9 development for the TouchPad? Is it active with changing downloadable nightlies or do you see a version every 2-3 weeks? I'm wondering if these problems will get solved.
Another question... Do you ever really use webOS?
I haven't booted WebOS since the day I installed CM9.
There are two sources of nightlies. The dev community is alive and well. Not a ton of players, but we have solid devs.
I hope somebody can point me in the right direction. I dropped my Note (no case I am an idiot--all due to my vanity) and cracked the screen. I think I have 2 options.
1. Sell on Ebay---how much should I expect to get?
2. Try and get samsung to repair--I heard they will fix it for 200 bucks.---How do I figure out how to do that? Will it matter that I bought it on Ebay used and don't have any original info for it?
thanks
Honestly you will probably spend the same amount either way. ~200 to fix or ~200-250 selling broken and buying newer used one. I think they hold strong still at around ~500
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1487716 (Option 1- wouldn't recommend)
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Displ...20&sr=1-2&keywords=cracked+screen+galaxy+note (Is this what you would need? Sorry, not so great with the hardware stuff always)
http://www.buymytronics.com/Cell-Phone/Samsung/Samsung-Galaxy-Note-SGH-i717
(Option 3- This website can estimate the value of your note with defects although I do not know its reliability, may be nice to troubleshoot)
http://www.sellcell.com/phone/samsung-galaxy-note-sgh-i717/ (the top price listed here is 295, but it does not say what condition the phone is in. I will continue to look for you though. )
Hey mate
In my honest opinion and experiance i'd go the ebay option. Aim around the $300 mark.
As my replacement screen cost me 350 (in australia) also you never know if the drop has
Fractured anything internally.
So id sell it for the 300,fork out the other 200 and get a brand new one with warranty.
Just my 2cents
Yeh I would sell the device. Since the demand is still high. And save up for either another phone or use the money and wait it out ..saying if you had a backup.. And get note 2 ! if and when it does come out.. lol
don't sell on ebay
erick161 said:
Honestly you will probably spend the same amount either way. ~200 to fix or ~200-250 selling broken and buying newer used one. I think they hold strong still at around ~500
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From personal experience selling a device like this on ebay sucks. First you must post a very detailed description of the device other wise if you get any buyer thats very picky you are going to have a very bad time paying for the shipping to and from the shipper, and then the fees are crazy, between ebay and pay pal you are going to lose like 60$ and then you have to wait for about two or three weeks before you can use the money because scumbag paypal has the buyer protection thing. If i were you i'd look for a shop to try to repair it, if not i really really recommend that you try your luck on craigslist.:good:
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I hope somebody can point me in the right direction. I dropped my Note (no case I am an idiot--all due to my vanity) and cracked the screen. I think I have 2 options.
1. Sell on Ebay---how much should I expect to get?
2. Try and get samsung to repair--I heard they will fix it for 200 bucks.---How do I figure out how to do that? Will it matter that I bought it on Ebay used and don't have any original info for it?
thanks
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Here's my opinion. If it's in good condition otherwise, and you really like it (who wouldn't?), I'd definitely have it fixed professionally by Samsung if you can get it done for that $200. You'll have a brand new screen on a phone that can't even be a year old yet (that can be checked by serial number and it does not matter to Samsung if you bought it used) . If you try to sell it (high eBay fees as others have mentioned, and a lot of hassle) and start with another new or used Note, I think you're going to take a much bigger loss than $200. Even for people who carry AT&T insurance, the deductible is $200.
I'd call Samsung support direct to find out if that repair quote is available.
I will buy it off you lol
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Even for people who carry AT&T insurance, the deductible is $200
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I just broke my screen and decided to use the insurance and for 200 got a new (refurb) phone with 1 yr warranty. I think 200 is a high deductible, but by telling them I lost it I could keep my broken one. Maybe get something back for the old one to soften the cost.
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Broke my glass monday getting in the truck after being out on vacation. They locked my doors over the week (they are never locked) so i had to reach across to unlock the pass door (which i never have to do) and had my phone in my back pocket. I felt it get hooked on the door close knob in the door jam and when i jumped out to throw my **** in the pass side of the truck i pulled it out and almost fell down.
EVERY f%#^ng morning i load all my **** in the pass side and have my phone in my hand while getting in the truck and set it on the rag on the floor...... i am pissed off to no end