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I know we've had a few threads speculating about this only to have them come back in stock and go again quickly. Now however it looks like BestBuy has pulled them from their website. Looks like this great little tab is now officially no longer available in US wifi version. Didn't think it was really happening when all signs pointed to this last week.
Below is an image of what used to be the Flyer page on Bestbuy.com
So it is. Happy I read the tea leaves and got mine while it was available.
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It's a shame because it was a great tablet. I'm going to run outside and pour out a little liquor for it.
Oh no! Are they going to pull it from shelves? Or is this just online?
I was seriously about to get one just the other day, but I decided to wait until next week. Should I be worried?
First Best Buy baits-and-switches with the Transformer being $300 (which is illegal, I'm sure), then this
It would be more specific to people if the thread title was changed to no longer available in the 'US at Bestbuy' as the world IS a darn site bigger...
Plus, the official US version is the View.
Still plenty left for the rest of us.
The Flyer has been a good tablet however I am really looking forward to the HTC Quattro and Samsung's new offering coming up.
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Well as I have said before the supply is not infinite and they sure as hell are not going to start up the production line again. So its only a matter of time.
It was still in the BBM in my mall today. I can't see why they'd take it out of stores so close to the holidays...
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As soon as this was posted, prices on Ebay and amazon used skyrocketed. Prices of the scribe also went up.
XDA forum posts determine the fate of world markets.
Farsquidge said:
It would be more specific to people if the thread title was changed to no longer available in the 'US at Bestbuy' as the world IS a darn site bigger...
Plus, the official US version is the View.
Still plenty left for the rest of us.
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It is specific. P512 is the best buy model.
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lol,as if bestbuy us is the only seller in the world etc ..
would suggest zooming google maps out a bit more,them other lumps o dirt arent owned by usa and funnily enough manage quite well without bestbuy,whoever bestbuy is,never heard o them me'sen.they the us branch of poundshop?....
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forx said:
lol,as if bestbuy us is the only seller in the world etc ..
would suggest zooming google maps out a bit more,them other lumps o dirt arent owned by usa and funnily enough manage quite well without bestbuy,whoever bestbuy is,never heard o them me'sen.they the us branch of poundshop?....
hehehe
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Lol. Bestbuy was the official US source for the P512 wifi only model. The point isn't really Bestbuy per se, it's about this model now more than likely being discontinued.
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forx said:
lol,as if bestbuy us is the only seller in the world etc ..
would suggest zooming google maps out a bit more,them other lumps o dirt arent owned by usa and funnily enough manage quite well without bestbuy,whoever bestbuy is,never heard o them me'sen.they the us branch of poundshop?....
hehehe
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yah...loved their pound cake too...yummy!
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Bestbuy was the official US source for the P512 wifi only model.
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Yep, here in the US, Best Buy (a large electronics store chain) had an exclusive deal with HTC to sell the P512 (that many of us refer to as the Best Buy wifi only model). If Best Buy is out of that particular model, then that model has completed its run.
I'm sure that there are still plenty of other ways to get the other View / Flyer models around the world. I'm just glad that I got in on the deal on the P512 before they sold out. This is a great tablet, and I plan to use it for as long as I can.
And, I can understand that some might see this thread as being US-centric since it is only about the US Best Buy tablet, but the OP never said anything about the Flyer / View being done world-wide. Us USA folks just won't be able to walk into our neighborhood Best Buy and purchase this particular model.
Farsquidge said:
It would be more specific to people if the thread title was changed to no longer available in the 'US at Bestbuy' as the world IS a darn site bigger...
Plus, the official US version is the View.
Still plenty left for the rest of us.
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Actually the View 4g is Sprint specific. The Best Buy WiFi only Flyer (P512) is not the same, and was released before the view. Before you try to correct an OP, you should know what you're talking about.
My tab's Flyer than yours! Unless this is posted in a Flyer thread, then it's just as Flyer...
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IP IHI II IL said:
Actually the View 4g is Sprint specific.
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This is true but in fact it is the only US specific model of the "Flyer" series.
The other CDMA (market specific) model is the ExpressKT or Korean Flyer.
IP IHI II IL said:
The Best Buy WiFi only Flyer (P512) is not the same, and was released before the view. Before you try to correct an OP, you should know what you're talking about.
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And before making an arrogant statement like that you should check *YOUR* "facts" particularly when the two others who mentioned this meant it as a little bit of light-hearted ribbing. The P512 is the WIFI only model. It is neither BestBuy nor US specific. It is a global model. The only difference between the "US BestBuy" model and the rest of the world is that it has a Brightstar CID and other markets have a different CID and for a long time we had no RUU for it.
Didn't know the overseas wifi version was also the P512. Let's not make it a huge issue. I'll update the title.
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lrs421 said:
Didn't know the overseas wifi version was also the P512. Let's not make it a huge issue. I'll update the title.
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Scum bag, no excuses, unforgivable mistake.
lrs421 said:
Didn't know the overseas wifi version was also the P512. Let's not make it a huge issue. I'll update the title.
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Irs421, I had no issue with what you posted whatsoever and had no issue with the title at all even if it was slightly inaccurate, the truth is that the US was the one big market for that model. It was the language of the previously quoted response that annoyed me, nothing else.
globatron said:
The P512 is the WIFI only model. It is neither BestBuy nor US specific. It is a global model.
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Thanks for clarifying that globatron. I didn't realize that, since it was promoted here as being a BestBuy exclusive.
I sold my HTC One X, and have found the Xperia S and I'm ready to buy one from a USA Importer like Xpansys.
I read about the screen issues so what SW does the thing need to have to be in the new batch without the screen issues.
Also anyone using this phone on ATT, i take it it gets full HSDPA + data.
Thanks
All new comes ready to roll eithout yellow tint. Only first wave had that problem.
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Not really, stock in a shop could be a month or two old. And you cant tell manufacturing week/build line from the box. Ask the staff to show you the backplate and look for 12w12+ and Not AA [eg AB are reportedly clean].
Also, read the screen thread.
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Oh yeah, forgot, think it only gets EDGE bands on ATT, do a search.
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Scratchling said:
Oh yeah, forgot, think it only gets EDGE bands on ATT, do a search.
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This phone has all 3G bands for ATT.
EDGE only on T-mobile.
So in the USA would you buy from Amazon or Negri Electronics??
bothfly said:
So in the USA would you buy from Amazon or Negri Electronics??
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I would buy from Amazon.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=25665015&postcount=648
The Global Mobiles is not listed on Amazon, I guess they are out of stock on the phone.
Scratchling said:
Not really, stock in a shop could be a month or two old. And you cant tell manufacturing week/build line from the box. Ask the staff to show you the backplate and look for 12w12+ and Not AA [eg AB are reportedly clean].
Also, read the screen thread.
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Can u post screenshots of the backplate please..
from xperia PLAY
xperiax10.awesome said:
Can u post screenshots of the backplate please..
from xperia PLAY
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Bit hard to take a screenshot of something thats not on the screen
Use ur camera man to take the pic
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hey,
im currently using a tmobile sim (USA).
i was wondering where i can purchase the int. version of the s3 and if it is the best version for a t mobile sim. thanks.
vince1234 said:
hey,
im currently using a tmobile sim (USA).
i was wondering where i can purchase the int. version of the s3 and if it is the best version for a t mobile sim. thanks.
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I'd recommend that you get the tmo version and not the international version unless you want to be stuck with 2g data.
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The release date for the galaxy s 3 for tmobile USA is rumored to be June 20th...Check out Tmonews.com for info.
ceo.mtcl said:
I'd recommend that you get the tmo version and not the international version unless you want to be stuck with 2g data.
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im not planning to get any sort of data plan so it would be best for me to stick with the international version.
Is there any other reputable sources to buy the int. s3? it looks they they are only offering the white version...
vince1234 said:
im not planning to get any sort of data plan so it would be best for me to stick with the international version.
Is there any other reputable sources to buy the int. s3? it looks they they are only offering the white version...
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Well there are two options for you. people have good reviews for both expansys-USA.com and for negrielectronics.com
You also have option to import from UK from websites like clove.co.uk
All these above websites will have atleast two weeks of lead time due to tons of pre orders. Average cost its just under seven hundred bucks.
If you want to spend some extra money you can get it from Ebay as well. Average cost here is about right hundred.
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ceo.mtcl said:
Well there are two options for you. people have good reviews for both expansys-USA.com and for negrielectronics.com
You also have option to import from UK from websites like clove.co.uk
All these above websites will have atleast two weeks of lead time due to tons of pre orders. Average cost its just under seven hundred bucks.
If you want to spend some extra money you can get it from Ebay as well. Average cost here is about right hundred.
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when will the s3 (blue) be more readily available on amazon?
is it just hard to get one right now because it just came out?
vince1234 said:
when will the s3 (blue) be more readily available on amazon?
is it just hard to get one right now because it just came out?
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You are looking at at least two to three weeks for blue as per my understanding...
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ceo.mtcl said:
You are looking at at least two to three weeks for blue as per my understanding...
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did you receive your pebble blue yet? if so where did you pre order it from?
also, whats causing the delay?
vince1234 said:
did you receive your pebble blue yet? if so where did you pre order it from?
also, whats causing the delay?
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I originally ordered blue version but switched to white due to delays reported in blue version.
I pre ordered it from negrielectronics.com
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Dont get it from the UK will cost loads try a country with the euro
www.newegg.com will have the phone on the 6th, best price i've seen too, $599
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i lied, its been upped $100 to $699 now :-(
bloodrain954 said:
www.newegg.com will have the phone on the 6th, best price i've seen too, $599
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i lied, its been upped $100 to $699 now :-(
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i dont even see the phone for sale there
Decided to go with the International version instead of the att one. Do you guys have any info on where to order online and get a batch 2 (or newer?) device?
Thanks
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Have you try alibaba website?
Not sure if being sarcastic or honest. Either way, I haven't heard of that site before.
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I would try websites that are in the UK that might seem the international version like Amazon.co.uk but wouldn't you want lte as the international version doesn't support lte? Also the quad core processor might drain the battery faster though things you need to look out for.
Edit: I believe you can buy stuff from Amazon.co.uk and will ship to the USA
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Thanks, will look there.
I know, but I rather have the dev support. Besides, I'm on wifi 90% of the day, so don't really need lte. Also, I'm pretty sure lte will drain more than the quad core processor.
Thanks for sharing your opinion though!
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Yes that is very true good luck in finding the phone!
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Any experience with negri electronics?
Their price is a little lower than Amazon US, and their online rep claimed that the phone is from the second batch:
Victor
Are those phone from the second batch of production? I've read that the ones from the first batch had some issues.
Ted - NegriCare
Yes. These units are from the newest batch available.
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Vukadmos said:
Any experience with negri electronics?
Their price is a little lower than Amazon US, and their online rep claimed that the phone is from the second batch:
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Read this thread. Close this topic. Your answers are here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1627586&highlight=pricing
I recommend going with Expansys USA since they are a USA vendor and you can get a square and trade warranty.
tehsprayer said:
I would try websites that are in the UK that might seem the international version like Amazon.co.uk but wouldn't you want lte as the international version doesn't support lte? Also the quad core processor might drain the battery faster though things you need to look out for.
Edit: I believe you can buy stuff from Amazon.co.uk and will ship to the USA
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Nope, Amazon UK does not ship phones to the US (not sure about seller from their marketplace)...
So I'm planning on importing a Z2.
I'm on AT&T, are there any unforeseen consequences to doing this?
I just want to make sure I don't screw myself.
Thanks in advance.
spidum said:
So I'm planning on importing a Z2.
I'm on AT&T, are there any unforeseen consequences to doing this?
I just want to make sure I don't screw myself.
Thanks in advance.
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you can buy from Taiwan & ship to USA...
spidum said:
So I'm planning on importing a Z2.
I'm on AT&T, are there any unforeseen consequences to doing this?
I just want to make sure I don't screw myself.
Thanks in advance.
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I did it and it was painless. I had my concerns but someone on another forum recommended a reputable dealer "e-bagel-tw" on eBay. He accepted my "best offer" price and the shipping was free. Since it's an international phone, it has to have AT&Ts LTE enabled after you get it. Some people have been panicking thinking they're stuck with 3G, but it's perfectly compatible once you download and install the right files.
rickaysen said:
I did it and it was painless. I had my concerns but someone on another forum recommended a reputable dealer "e-bagel-tw" on eBay. He accepted my "best offer" price and the shipping was free. Since it's an international phone, it has to have AT&Ts LTE enabled after you get it. Some people have been panicking thinking they're stuck with 3G, but it's perfectly compatible once you download and install the right files.
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I can confirm that ebay seller "e-bagel-tw" is legit. I ordered my purple z2 from them and had it in my hands in 2 days from Taiwan to U.S. Phone has worked flawlessly for the 2 weeks I have had it.
maxx880 said:
I can confirm that ebay seller "e-bagel-tw" is legit. I ordered my purple z2 from them and had it in my hands in 2 days from Taiwan to U.S. Phone has worked flawlessly for the 2 weeks I have had it.
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I'm thinking of ordering as well, I've grown impatient with my handtec order. Did you guys get the noise cancelling headphones or dock charger? His ebay listing doesn't mention either. Thanks.
maxx880 said:
I can confirm that ebay seller "e-bagel-tw" is legit. I ordered my purple z2 from them and had it in my hands in 2 days from Taiwan to U.S. Phone has worked flawlessly for the 2 weeks I have had it.
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I bought my phone from this seller too. When I realized that the was no charging dock in the box, I contacted him and he sent me the dock free of charge.
Such a good and honest seller. He deserves your business
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AirSupply said:
I bought my phone from this seller too. When I realized that the was no charging dock in the box, I contacted him and he sent me the dock free of charge.
Such a good and honest seller. He deserves your business
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Same here. I recieved the device with no charging dock, so he sent me a dock.
rickaysen said:
I did it and it was painless. I had my concerns but someone on another forum recommended a reputable dealer "e-bagel-tw" on eBay. He accepted my "best offer" price and the shipping was free. Since it's an international phone, it has to have AT&Ts LTE enabled after you get it. Some people have been panicking thinking they're stuck with 3G, but it's perfectly compatible once you download and install the right files.
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Do you know a reliable source for these files? Just getting my ducks in a row.
I'm also on AT&T. I will say that I'd you don't already have the correctly enabled sim card, the system will give you a 3G only one of they enable the Z2 in your account. I had to go back and get them to fake the system into thinking I siding a different model so that it would provision LTE on my account.
Other than that, turn on LTE in the settings and use the system software to download the Internet settings and you're golden.
FYI, I dealt with the same seller and have the same comments about how great he is.
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jkDave said:
Do you know a reliable source for these files? Just getting my ducks in a row.
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I wish I was paying more attention at the time. I took the phone to a local AT&T device support location in NYC when I realized I was not receiving data. The tech there couldn't figure it out at first either which is when mild panic started to set in and I backed off to let him fiddle with it. Eventually, he had a eureka moment when he stumbled upon a setting that required the download of a little file that allows the phone to connect to US LTE carriers. AT&T was one of the choices. Now in my phones settings: tools...wireless networks...more...internet settings...accept...and one of the three choices is ATT.
I'm going to order one as well. Probably will use the same seller.
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rickaysen said:
IHe accepted my "best offer" price and the shipping was free.
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Do you mind sharing what your offered to pay that he accepted?
rickaysen said:
Now in my phones settings: tools...wireless networks...more...internet settings...accept...and one of the three choices is ATT.
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What were the other carrier options under US? Was T-Mobile one of them?
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Do you mind sharing what your offered to pay that he accepted?
What were the other carrier options under US? Was T-Mobile one of them?
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I saw a few people with tmobile saying they got LTE going.
Can anyone confirm the noise canceling earphones from the suggested eBay seller? Thanks
hanano17 said:
I saw a few people with tmobile saying they got LTE going.
Can anyone confirm the noise canceling earphones from the suggested eBay seller? Thanks
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Yeah, the noise cancelling earphones were included in the box.
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advocat3 said:
Do you mind sharing what your offered to pay that he accepted?
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I am also very interested in this. I would appreciate the share.
And thanks for all the info guys. Great stuff!
spidum said:
I am also very interested in this. I would appreciate the share.
And thanks for all the info guys. Great stuff!
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Also very interested!
jkDave said:
Do you know a reliable source for these files? Just getting my ducks in a row.
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spidum said:
I am also very interested in this. I would appreciate the share.
And thanks for all the info guys. Great stuff!
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I didn't want to be a time waster and make a ridiculously low offer so, I said $850 and it was accepted.
rickaysen said:
I didn't want to be a time waster and make a ridiculously low offer so, I said $850 and it was accepted.
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Is the bootloader unlockable?
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rickaysen said:
I didn't want to be a time waster and make a ridiculously low offer so, I said $850 and it was accepted.
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Alright thanks
shinshoryuken said:
Is the bootloader unlockable?
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Also interested in this.
My Taiwan version will allow bootloader unlock.
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