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Saw the info online this morning that Best Buy was now taking pre-orders for the Lumia 920. My corporate ATT store is actually closer to where I live so I decided to stop there instead.
I was surprised to find out that even though Best Buy is doing the pre-orders - the ATT stores are not (yet). ATT reps were aware that Best Buy is taking pre-orders, however, ATT (at least this store - the largest corporate store in NE Atlanta, GA) was NOT taking pre-orders ...
Strike 1..
So - went to Best Buy instead - details:
- Best Buy is taking pre-orders at the stores and on-line (even though not advertised in the fliers).
- Pre-order is $50 (once they verified upgrade eligibility for my account). They give you a gift card - enter the reservation in the system, etc.
- In store I pre-ordered from - they are currently ONLY taking pre-orders for the matte Black color (which is fine - as I was debating between the Black and Cyan - as I don't want the glossy colors due to potential scratching, etc. - I was leaning towards black - so this just made the choice that much easier)
- Process was straightforward - I asked when I could expect it - the rep checked and noted to me that "launch day" is currently scheduled for this Friday 10/26. Since I was one of the first to order today - he expects that I'll be able to pick mine up either that day or Saturday at the latest.
Ermmmmmm! I think the rep gave you a bum steer. Windows 8 launches 26th Oct. WP8 launches 29th.
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Doesn't look like a thread has been opened - so here goes..
Saw the info online this morning that Best Buy was now taking pre-orders for the Lumia 920. My corporate ATT store is actually closer to where I live so I decided to stop there instead.
I was surprised to find out that even though Best Buy is doing the pre-orders - the ATT stores are not (yet). ATT reps were aware that Best Buy is taking pre-orders, however, ATT (at least this store - the largest corporate store in NE Atlanta, GA) was NOT taking pre-orders ...
Strike 1..
So - went to Best Buy instead - details:
- Best Buy is taking pre-orders at the stores and on-line (even though not advertised in the fliers).
- Pre-order is $50 (once they verified upgrade eligibility for my account). They give you a gift card - enter the reservation in the system, etc.
- In store I pre-ordered from - they are currently ONLY taking pre-orders for the matte Black color (which is fine - as I was debating between the Black and Cyan - as I don't want the glossy colors due to potential scratching, etc. - I was leaning towards black - so this just made the choice that much easier)
- Process was straightforward - I asked when I could expect it - the rep checked and noted to me that "launch day" is currently scheduled for this Friday 10/26. Since I was one of the first to order today - he expects that I'll be able to pick mine up either that day or Saturday at the latest.
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i also went to my bestbuy only black yes and no words on release date or at least we couldnt find any info on the system, didnt pre order cause i want the yellow one
I preordered mine on Bestbuy.com
Today the money came out of my bank account but I didn't get an email stating my order has been shipped. I bought the out of contract version expecting I would get it faster.
I will let you know when I get it to see if I get it earlier that way.
bestbuy.com is only accepting WP8 Pre-Orders on the HTC 8X, I don't see the 920 listed there.
Either way, I have to wait for corporate stores to get things rolling. With my corporate discount and WP8 device reimbursement from my company, I'll be getting the phone for free, but in order to do so, I'll have to jump through all the right hoops.
Besides, with my hefty discount on accessories, I hope to get some more goodies too.
Pre-order of Lumia 920 started in Finland. Best deal is 20€/month/24month or 480€ right away. Going to take this one.
Of only the norwegian suppliers can get their fingers out of their not so shiny place and give me one.
This made me switch from iOS and this delay is making me second guess it already....
Just a heads up to people in the USA that have been looking to buy the Huawei Ascend Mate 2! Beginning tomorrow, Friday, August 29th Fry's Electronics stores will have the HAM2 for $279 and that price will be good until the following Thursday. You can buy in-store or order online and get free shipping.... not too shabby!
Black:
http://www.frys.com/product/8142655?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG
White:
http://www.frys.com/product/8142665?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG
TheGeekRedneck said:
Just a heads up to people in the USA that have been looking to buy the Huawei Ascend Mate 2! Beginning tomorrow, Friday, August 29th Fry's Electronics stores will have the HAM2 for $279 and that price will be good until the following Thursday. You can buy in-store or order online and get free shipping.... not too shabby!
Black:
http://www.frys.com/product/8142655?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG
White:
http://www.frys.com/product/8142665?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG
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Also, please be aware there is a mis-print showing the device has Android version 4.4.
I ordered one
I was a little on the fence about getting the Mate 2 because I have preordered the Samsung Note 4 (the pen, 4K video, high rez screen, etc) plus I was hoping to get the Mate 7 but with all the confusion about frequencies and availability and Fry's lower price I figured I would take a chance. I was torn between the white and black one, the black one seems to have better back side gripability but I went with white because it looks a bit more cool and "happier."
Bill
I am looking to buy a Nexus 9 in a store on Monday after my Amazon Order got pushed back to December.
Anyone has an idea whether the likes of Argos, John Lewis, Currys/PC World will stock and sell the N9 on the 3rd November?
I thought amazon had revised their shipping dates again, to be delivered in november...
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I thought amazon had revised their shipping dates again, to be delivered in november...
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Also hoping for Amazon - can't find any information yet. How about on Google Play - thats where I got my Nexus 5?
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I am looking to buy a Nexus 9 in a store on Monday after my Amazon Order got pushed back to December.
Anyone has an idea whether the likes of Argos, John Lewis, Currys/PC World will stock and sell the N9 on the 3rd November?
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Have emailed all of the above, all I get in response is just keep checking the site's often or on release date, poor I know! Good luck hunting.
Let us know if you find anything, I haven't found anywhere that says they will, but there's always hope!
Argos have it listed but it seems it's only for delivery and it looks like the earliest delivery date is Thursday.
Same here - Amazon order delivery bounced to 20 December last night (Following an up date on Saturday that it was coming on the 4th November).
So ordered from Argos - Selected black and now have a confirmed date of tomorrow delivery - 3.95 shipping, however a £10 voucher .
I just tried to order one from Argos (32Gb White) and it showed out of stock at my local warehouse!
Tried to order from Argos this morning, got an email from PayPal to say payment had failed :/ tried again and PayPal payment is now pending but I've got no confirmation from Argos...
In store Argos told me they don't have any planned deliveries to my local store for the N9.
Currys, ever the sales people, evaded all I asked. Will try to pop down just before closing to find out if they've had any delivered.
I'm working tomorrow (Currys). We get delivery on Tuesdays. I'll check the Nexus 9 status for you guys
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Well its now listed on Currys/PC World. Strangely they do not have 32gb in Black, just White 16/32gb and Black 16gb.
Currently use the code IPADTAB20 to take £20 off.
Just went through to see if you can collect tomorrow but the earliest you can select is Weds.
Just checked, it's not available in any stores to pick up / check out at the moment. But Currys/PC World have around 200 of each model in the main depo. Which means they should be coming into stores soon. Next delivery is on Thursday (hope it comes in!).
John Lewis has it too
http://www.johnlewis.com/search?Ntt=nexus+9&Nty=1&_requestid=18887898
If anyone wants to have a look. It's available to view and play about with in the Leyton and Enfield Currys/PC WORLD stores. Just went and fiddled about with it, wasn't that impressed
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Quick update: Nexus 9 16GB has just gone down to £299 in Currys / PC World.
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The damn phone is on backorder every where in the US at least. Looked online at amazon and eBay's uk sites and they don't even have any period. Not sure if the phone has even hit Europe yet. I've been holding out for the 6GB model but I am tired of my GS6 Edge and it's broken screen and my backup phone is like a 2013 Moto x and yeah it sucks.
I'm pretty sure, I don't think om understand how much people will buy their stuff if they quit messing around and actually make an excellent product.
Heard from ZTE stock is ready, should be back on sale very very soon!
They have been in business since 1985. I am pretty sure this was a marketing ploy used to generate interest and demand for their product. It is human nature to want what we cannot have. Just be patient.
Sub-Negro said:
The damn phone is on backorder every where in the US at least. Looked online at amazon and eBay's uk sites and they don't even have any period. Not sure if the phone has even hit Europe yet. I've been holding out for the 6GB model but I am tired of my GS6 Edge and it's broken screen and my backup phone is like a 2013 Moto x and yeah it sucks.
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Well it was first released in the Chinese market. From what I can tell, due to carriers and a bunch of restrictions with selling stuff in the US, some companies are very cautious. First Axon needed to test the waters with a lower scale launch.
Also don't hate on the OG Moto X. It's seriously one of the best devices ever, up there with the Nexuses.
I'm glad I pre-ordered for the first run. This is one of the best phone values I've had in a long time, comparable to the Oneplus One when it released. Keep the prices low and specs high, engage the xda community, keep the warranty, and I will continue to be a customer.
I think it should be getting MORE attention. It is time the big name brands take a hit in their pricing and provide affordable flagships, however they need to do s, otherwise I will continue to buy the high value chinese brands.
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I'm glad I pre-ordered for the first run. This is one of the best phone values I've had in a long time, comparable to the Oneplus One when it released. Keep the prices low and specs high, engage the xda community, keep the warranty, and I will continue to be a customer.
I think it should be getting MORE attention. It is time the big name brands take a hit in their pricing and provide affordable flagships, however they need to do s, otherwise I will continue to buy the high value chinese brands.
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I agree, for $400 (especially + giftcard and headphones) its a great deal. The two major cons of the device are the reception, and camera. Minor quirks with software can be fixed, and the capacitive button locations can be gotten used to. As a device I'd give it a 7.5/10, as a device that costs $400, 8.8/10. I am still surprised that it has an s6's amoled, audio that is easily top 3, etc. To me, the only thing that is making me question this phone is the reception, other than that I am completely happy with it even with the other issues.
Galaxy Note 7 on back order also so cut ZTE some slack. I can name several flagship phones that sold out or back ordered in the first month or 2 and no one lost their mindss like people are doing with ZTE.
ZTE just told me that the phone came to the USA market officially before the EU market so the USA version may seem better than EU.
The Official EU release is coming very soon though this month it looks like.
They promise that they provide good service to all users around the world and not just the USA
rikin93 said:
ZTE just told me that the phone came to the USA market officially before the EU market so the USA version may seem better than EU.
The Official EU release is coming very soon though this month it looks like.
They promise that they provide good service to all users around the world and not just the USA
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Dude, "good service" for me includes unlockable bootloader for everybody, not just americans. Ordering a oneplus 3 next week, once the graphite color is available. Gold is ugly as hell. Don't only women buy gold phones? I only have seen women and gay dudes with gold phones
I received my ZTE Axon 7 Gold Colour today in Frankfurt, Germany.
I ordered on the 31st of August and picked it up at Media Market this afternoon (02.09.)
It was sold out in a day once it appeared on the German price comparison website idealo.
I am loving the sleek build of the phone so far and its speed but funny enough, the listening sound appears to be too low even on high volume and I cannot find any theme store anywhere as the stock UI is ugly as hell.
I will keep going through it to see its strength and weaknesses.
rikin93 said:
ZTE just told me that the phone came to the USA market officially before the EU market so the USA version may seem better than EU.
The Official EU release is coming very soon though this month it looks like.
They promise that they provide good service to all users around the world and not just the USA
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What are the versions available in the EU or UK market?
I'm planning to buy a Chinese version, 4GB+128GB for about 2900RMB, 330 GBP, during my China trip later this month. But I'm slightly concerned that I wont be receiving OTA updates for EU markets afterwards.
johhn said:
What are the versions available in the EU or UK market?
I'm planning to buy a Chinese version, 4GB+128GB for about 2900RMB, 330 GBP, during my China trip later this month. But I'm slightly concerned that I wont be receiving OTA updates for EU markets afterwards.
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OTA updates aren't based on where you currently are located. They're based on the region of the device. A Chinese A7 will only be getting the Chinese OTAs.
bhazard451 said:
I'm glad I pre-ordered for the first run. This is one of the best phone values I've had in a long time, comparable to the Oneplus One when it released. Keep the prices low and specs high, engage the xda community, keep the warranty, and I will continue to be a customer.
I think it should be getting MORE attention. It is time the big name brands take a hit in their pricing and provide affordable flagships, however they need to do s, otherwise I will continue to buy the high value chinese brands.
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I think this may be like the OnePlus One in that it's an exceptional package for the price. The Axon 8 or whatever going forward will likely have less bang for buck as with OnePlus Two/X because of demand.
I'm hoping that for once being an early adopter (albeit waiting 6 weeks) will pay off with a phone that I will get a good two-three years out of.
Sub-Negro said:
The damn phone is on backorder every where in the US at least. Looked online at amazon and eBay's uk sites and they don't even have any period. Not sure if the phone has even hit Europe yet. I've been holding out for the 6GB model but I am tired of my GS6 Edge and it's broken screen and my backup phone is like a 2013 Moto x and yeah it sucks.
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my local best buy has the grey version in stock today, less than 3. im really contemplating exchanging my nexus 6p for it. its a tough decision because i love android 7.0 but the battery life and lcd is subpar on the 6p. your getting more bang for buck with the axon. the only concern i have is getting ota updates and any rom development.
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my local best buy has the grey version in stock today, less than 3. im really contemplating exchanging my nexus 6p for it. its a tough decision because i love android 7.0 but the battery life and lcd is subpar on the 6p. your getting more bang for buck with the axon. the only concern i have is getting ota updates and any rom development.
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If you go to the local ZTE USA website, you can order the phone. According to their website and this device will ship prior to 9/9. That is but a few days, but since they already know when it will shipband this has been on their site for several weeks, this was probably a marketing ploy more than likely. The hope to be to increase demand by reducing supply. I am quite sure, this company of professionals, that has been in business since 1985, did not make a rookie mistake like this.
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If you go to the local ZTE USA website, you can order the phone. According to their website and this device will ship prior to 9/9. That is but a few days, but since they already know when it will shipband this has been on their site for several weeks, this was probably a marketing ploy more than likely. The hope to be to increase demand by reducing supply. I am quite sure, this company of professionals, that has been in business since 1985, did not make a rookie mistake like this.
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I suspect that Best Buy is getting first dibs on the latest batch, possibly to make up for not receiving any units from the August batch (they all went to ZTE/Newegg/B&H and some to Amazon).
Sub-Negro said:
The damn phone is on backorder every where in the US at least. Looked online at amazon and eBay's uk sites and they don't even have any period. Not sure if the phone has even hit Europe yet. I've been holding out for the 6GB model but I am tired of my GS6 Edge and it's broken screen and my backup phone is like a 2013 Moto x and yeah it sucks.
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I was just in Germany last week and it wasnt in stock at all
Untill I ordered it on media markt and it arrived on the day after
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Picked up my Grey from BestBuy yesterday from pre-order. The retail launch ones are supposed to go on sale later this week.
I managed to get the grey one today at a Best Buy 45 miles from me, they only had one and no idea when or if the store will get more stock.
It's mighty nice though, I bought to replace my Note 7, seems much faster
During the announcement it was said that the phone would be available starting the 16th of October. No where have I actually found the phone available before the 26th.
Did anyone actually start selling it on the 16th?
I am in Spain, there are sales here, the inventory is only black, other colors need to be booked. Then I booked the green