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I have never paid attention to how much the iPhones sell for when they first come out on ebay and such. I want to get galaxy s 2 or nexus when it comes out but I have a feeling I could get more money if I just use my contract for iPhone5 and sell it then buy the phone straight out. That way if a gem with art bands come out but at doesn't have a subsidized version I can buy one. If one does come to art I imagine I could still get warranty and insurance. Anyone try this? Think it is a good idea? Or just use upgrade for gs2 or nexus?
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Probably just upgrade to the other phones, and saved time , the upgrade ain't going anywhere , and BTW iPhones have great value , I sold my iPhone 4 like 2 days ago for 400$ , while I can only sell my EVO 3d around 300$, apple products have great value
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new iphones goes for like $900 specially if it's unlocked
used ones can go as high as $500
$400 is definitely the average price
Can't believe I'm saying this but I hope the iP5 is released so I can upgrade to it & re-sell it back to pay for my future Galaxy Note UK version.
RMXO said:
Can't believe I'm saying this but I hope the iP5 is released so I can upgrade to it & re-sell it back to pay for my future Galaxy Note UK version.
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Iphones for some really great value is easy to use so the consumer feels good about it and confident
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jgalan14 said:
Iphones for some really great value is easy to use so the consumer feels good about it and confident
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Totally agree with you
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Totally agree with you
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Getting mine on sprint this Friday pre ordering
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I predict that secondary market prices for iPhones are about to drop quite a bit and here's why. First, since Sprint is now an official carrier there will be more iPhones on the market, effectively driving prices down. Second, new version will be introduced to outside US markets much quicker this time, so oversees buyers are likely to opt for a short wait rather then paying a high premium for a US iPhone.
I can get a Skyrocket right now for $150. But I was wondering what you guys thought the odds were that the price would drop again before Christmas?
I remember when I bought my current Captivate I think I paid $150 for it, then within weeks, the price dropped to $99 or $49. Which really hurt because we bought three Captivates - that's a lot of difference when you multiply it three times!
So do you guys think the Skyrocket price will drop any further in the near future? Or is it likely to go back UP to the $250 it was originally priced at on release date?
Just trying to make the best purchasing deci$ion$.
Well I'd say take advantage now and hope any further price drop happens within your first 30 days. Personally I don't see it dropping anytime soon, but that's just me.
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i got mine this week for .01 cent.. sorry
john94si said:
i got mine this week for .01 cent.. sorry
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Yes that .01 deal was totally unexpected i was flabbergasted lol
I am looking to upgrade in the near future and from past releases. I figure a new nexus phone should be in the pipeline although I can not find any leaked info etc. Anybody know more? I have always had android phones and currently have the gs2 but I want a nexus next mainly for the timely updates. Any info peeps.
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No info I've heard of (except for the rumored five nexus devices.. who knows what to make of that).
Judging from last year's release, likely it'll come out some time later this year.
Should be out in November according to rumors. Don't plan on using your upgrade on it, it most likely will not be available on any carriers...you will have to buy it full price on the play store.
lowandbehold said:
Should be out in November according to rumors. Don't plan on using your upgrade on it, it most likely will not be available on any carriers...you will have to buy it full price on the play store.
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I really recommend the route of paying full price and then getting contract-free service. Saves you money in the long run and it's a lot more flexible.
Hey guys,
Is there any reason I should hold out on buying this phone? I can get it from amazonwireless for 150$ and no tax.
Is there any other awesome android phones coming out on verizon this year? Or do you think the price will drop drastically soon (maybe to 99$?)
rpn377 said:
Hey guys,
Is there any reason I should hold out on buying this phone? I can get it from amazonwireless for 150$ and no tax.
Is there any other awesome android phones coming out on verizon this year? Or do you think the price will drop drastically soon (maybe to 99$?)
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There might be some new phones, they just announced the Droid Razr HD and Droid Razr Maxx HD, they might be getting a nexus device but who knows. I doubt the price will drop until maybe next January. I say go for it. Its an awesome phone.
I see no need to hold out. Only thing coming to think about imo is the Razr HD/Maxx HD, but to me neither one is better than the S3
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I see no need to hold out. Only thing coming to think about imo is the Razr HD/Maxx HD, but to me neither one is better than the S3
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I noticed the new droids... my sister has a Droid 3. It sucks though, cause she's stuck on gingerbread and it's not a popular phone for customization. From what i read (And experienced), motorola is horrible for tweaking, while samsung is the best with htc in 2nd.
Since this phone has an unlocked bootloader now, and also has GSM radio, that's a big plus for me.
I just don't want this phone to fall another 50$ right after i buy it, especially with iphone 5s coming out soon competing with it.
Do you guys know if there's an even cheaper way to get it other than 150$?
rpn377 said:
I noticed the new droids... my sister has a Droid 3. It sucks though, cause she's stuck on gingerbread and it's not a popular phone for customization. From what i read (And experienced), motorola is horrible for tweaking, while samsung is the best with htc in 2nd.
Since this phone has an unlocked bootloader now, and also has GSM radio, that's a big plus for me.
I just don't want this phone to fall another 50$ right after i buy it, especially with iphone 5s coming out soon competing with it.
Do you guys know if there's an even cheaper way to get it other than 150$?
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Nope i got mine last week for $200 so I'd say your getting a good deal.
@fr8cture return and buy it again! get your $50 back!
@rpn its probably not going to sink any further than $150 with a new contract for a while. The only reasons I can think of holding back is to wait for the 64GB model (which may or may not be sold by verizon)
Whatever you do, make sure you refuse to give up an unlimited data plan if you currently have one! Make sure the salesman knows its a deal breaker (even if its really not)
rpn377 said:
Hey guys,
Is there any reason I should hold out on buying this phone? I can get it from amazonwireless for 150$ and no tax.
Is there any other awesome android phones coming out on verizon this year? Or do you think the price will drop drastically soon (maybe to 99$?)
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With the Note 2 about to be out and the SG4 right around the corner, I'd wait.
chamberc said:
With the Note 2 about to be out and the SG4 right around the corner, I'd wait.
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Are you kidding me with this SG4 crap? Its a good 5 or more months away.
fr8cture said:
Nope i got mine last week for $200 so I'd say your getting a good deal.
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I paid $515 on eBay, so I say you both got good deals lol....that said, I haven't thought twice about paying that price, and doesn't bother me people get it much cheaper on upgrade prices
Is this for the 16 or 32 gig model?
The new Motorola droids are identical to the s3 spec wise. In my opinion Motorola typically has better reception than I have had with the s3. But if you like to mod, there will definitely be a better following with the s3, and aftermarket accessories will be more widely available. The other upside to moto is the amazing battery life of the maxx.
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DertyDOH said:
I paid $515 on eBay, so I say you both got good deals lol....that said, I haven't thought twice about paying that price, and doesn't bother me people get it much cheaper on upgrade prices
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Its because i signed a 2 year
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pakee001 said:
The new Motorola droids are identical to the s3 spec wise. In my opinion Motorola typically has better reception than I have had with the s3. But if you like to mod, there will definitely be a better following with the s3, and aftermarket accessories will be more widely available. The other upside to moto is the amazing battery life of the maxx.
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The new droids do look really appealing. Huge battery nice display and a almost non skinned version of android.
chamberc said:
With the Note 2 about to be out and the SG4 right around the corner, I'd wait.
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You're off your rocker. The GS3 just came out not even 2 months ago. It'll be at least Q2 2013 before we see the GS4. You're a fool to think it's right around the corner.
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You're off your rocker. The GS3 just came out not even 2 months ago. It'll be at least Q2 2013 before we see the GS4. You're a fool to think it's right around the corner.
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Yep I'd be surprised if it came out before October 2013. The reason this was out so soon in my opinion is because the amount of carriers that got it. Everyone threw money as Samsung, so instead of only a few getting it like the GS2, pretty much everyone did this time around.
Also if you want a phone with customization do not buy a Motorola. They already confirmed that developer editions of these phones will be coming out for $500+ . Coming from a X2, no one could unlock that thing.
I think you can wait for a period of time.
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Yep I'd be surprised if it came out before October 2013. The reason this was out so soon in my opinion is because the amount of carriers that got it. Everyone threw money as Samsung, so instead of only a few getting it like the GS2, pretty much everyone did this time around.
Also if you want a phone with customization do not buy a Motorola. They already confirmed that developer editions of these phones will be coming out for $500+ . Coming from a X2, no one could unlock that thing.
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Can't you just root it? Someone would have to find a way to unlock bootloader but still.
SG3 is now $139 on Amazon wireless. I just got one.
What is there to even consider, this is totally a no-brainer... DO IT man!
S3 specs are lightyears away from any phones i foresee coming out in the next 3-4 months.
This is going to be THE phone until its replacement comes out. I would be amazed if we don't see a nexus by the end of the year, but if you are Verizon don't even bother looking at it. And I personally don't think it is worth waiting. The S3 has gotten awesome support and is such an awesome piece of hardware that you won't regret owning it!
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Ok my last post about jelly bean = FAIL. This time it isn't me. Motorola has a petition going around for phones released in 2011 and there after. (Yes the Triumph falls under this category) If enough people go to the link and sign up for the petition for this phone, THEY WILL PERSONALLY BUILD US JELLY BEAN. This is direct and without flaws.(THAT MEANS NO LIST OF THINGS NOT WORKING). No more alpha crap waiting for beta and the use of an operating system without ALL features. I realize that devs are hard at work, but I really wish that they either hurry up, or EVERY TRIUMPH OWNER SIGNS UP. Yes this may take some time, but it is AN OFFICIAL MOTOROLA TRIUMPH UPDATE. SIGN UP HERE---\/
Go to right hand side of page, enter details, phone model, etc. Hit Send and you are a +1 person
https://motorola-global-portal.custhelp.com/ci/documents/detail/2/motorola-jelly-bean-rebate_en-US
By the way
By the way, this is totally possible because our device name is in the list of supported devices according to that Motorola sight. All we need is hype about this and enough people to request the update.
If the old mod is watching this and remembers the last post I had that was shut down, I am personally sorry for that disorganized mess.
Eh, them spending development time on such a niche phone seems very very very unlikely, On their ICS upgrade schedule forums.motorola.com/pages/00add97d6c the Triumph was listed as "TRIUMPH WX435 - Will remain on Android 2.2. "
No plans for 2.3, no plans for 4.0, 4.1 seems highly highly improbable.
On the plus side you may be able to trade your phone in for a 100 dollar gift card down in 2013. Perhaps they will fund a nice chunk of your next virgin mobile Motorola phone, since I bought it for 130 a year ago that isn't a bad deal at all.
Honestly cashing out for a new more powerful, JB shipped with it, dual core, more ram, better screen, hundred dollars off phone will probably be the far better deal TRIUMPH WX435
Will remain on Android 2.2.
UMM WELL
aywwts4 said:
Eh, them spending development time on such a niche phone seems very very very unlikely, On their ICS upgrade schedule forums.motorola.com/pages/00add97d6c the Triumph was listed as "TRIUMPH WX435 - Will remain on Android 2.2. "
No plans for 2.3, no plans for 4.0, 4.1 seems highly highly improbable.
On the plus side you may be able to trade your phone in for a 100 dollar gift card down in 2013. Perhaps they will fund a nice chunk of your next virgin mobile Motorola phone, since I bought it for 130 a year ago that isn't a bad deal at all.
Honestly cashing out for a new more powerful, JB shipped with it, dual core, more ram, better screen, hundred dollars off phone will probably be the far better deal TRIUMPH WX435
Will remain on Android 2.2.
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I see you didn't see my comment, the website says that the TRIUMPH is on the list of possible updates. Also you didn't read the fine line, the 100 dollars is only towards new motorola phones with jellybean. The Triumph is just waiting for enough people TO SIGN UP.
This isn't a petition, it's a signup sheet for information. No where on the site does it say if enough people sign up we will dictate their business decisions. No where on the page says you are voting for which phones get updated and it is a popularity contest. It also doesn't say these phones are all being considered, just that they all were made in 2011 and qualify for one of the two offers.
Motorola said all phones released in 2011 will either get JB or 100 dollars off a new phone. Which clearly means some phones will fall in the 100 dollar camp with no JB, and I am betting that will include far better and more expensive $500+ phones than the Triumph.
Of phones for that to happen to, the dirt cheap, stripped down, already announced to be staying at 2.2, prepaid carrier phone is probably at the top of the unlucky pile. The Triumph is an odd duck in Motorolla's 2011 heap, I am surprised it even got included for the chance at $100 at all. I bet half the phones on that list will be getting a 100 off offer and no JB no matter how many people sign up. (And some of these phones are far more popular than the Triumph, sold on major carriers and worldwide)
All signing up here does is sign you up for the mailing list that will say "Congratulations, We didn't upgrade your phone, You qualify for $100 off the $200 New Motorola phone @ Sprint/Verizon/ATT with a 2 year contract $80 contract! ... If you send in your Triumph" That will be one cheap promise to keep, nobody will leave $25 Vmo for that. Motorolla wins more if they get you to buy a new contract Droid Razor Maxx for $400ish, than porting JB to a unpopular (We are in the Legacy and Low Activity Devices forum) and unprofitable (Most phones are 500-600 dollars subsidized down to 200 with contract, ours sold without contract for 100-200) phone.
I wish it got upgraded too, I wish other Motorolla phones got upgraded too. Thanks for the link, I signed up for all my phones.
Just don't get your hopes up too high, expect a hundred dollars off an expensive phone on sprint, *HOPE* that they are unprepared for virgin mobile customers and we get a 100 gift card or something we can use on virgin mobile or hope that Motorolla comes out with a good new phone for Vmo... JB on the Triumph has a snowball's chance in hell.
Edit: In addition Vmo doesn't even want this phone to be attractive, since we are grandfathered in at 25 bucks they want this phone to die out. It never goes on sale, They have it priced at Full Brand New Retail more expensive than dual core 3D 4G phones running ICS and a hundred dollars more than I paid a year ago. If Vmo has anything to say about it (They certainly do) this phone would never ever see an update. Also Vmo has an extablished MO of not updating any phones ever. The Triumph just happens to be the one phone Motorola sells with them.
As expected, Moto has updated the release list
https://forums.motorola.com/pages/00add97d6c
Phones that cost 300 dollars subsidized (so really 600-800ish) 1 year ago are now not getting ICS, and they deleted the triumph as if it never even existed, phones far better got screwed, the triumph is so low in the pecking order it essentially doesn't exist according to moto.
Here is hoping our 100 trade in comes in the form of a versatile gift card, and we can buy nexus devices.
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Eh, them spending development time on such a niche phone seems very very very unlikely, On their ICS upgrade schedule forums.motorola.com/pages/00add97d6c the Triumph was listed as "TRIUMPH WX435 - Will remain on Android 2.2. "
No plans for 2.3, no plans for 4.0, 4.1 seems highly highly improbable.
On the plus side you may be able to trade your phone in for a 100 dollar gift card down in 2013. Perhaps they will fund a nice chunk of your next virgin mobile Motorola phone, since I bought it for 130 a year ago that isn't a bad deal at all.
Honestly cashing out for a new more powerful, JB shipped with it, dual core, more ram, better screen, hundred dollars off phone will probably be the far better deal TRIUMPH WX435
Will remain on Android 2.2.
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hmmm give every triumph owner 100 dollars or just put jelly-bean on Triumph. someone didnt think before making such an extensive post. oh nvm, they took Triumph right off of the list! dirty bastards are lucky this was the first Android phone to hit VM. I woulda been quick to choose any HTC model over this one.
Best bet for a jellybean experience: take your triumph boot into recovery wipe everything. Find a baseball bat near buy commence smashing. Look around for new phone with a working cm10 wala now you have jellybean , :thumbup:
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