thats right just after a few days with my one x i decided to take my gf to a beach party for her bday, she got drunk and sat on my phone. yes sea water got in the phone and trust me it was bad. phone still worked but screen was flashing. phone works fine except for the screen theres no backlight but with a light (flashlight) pointing at the screen you can see stuff. i opoened the phone to see how was the inside and the sea water completly rusted almost eerything its incredible the phone still works seriously its a very bad mess. i cleaned it with some cottons with alcohol and scraped some of the rust but screen is bust. i didnt have insurance so i am screwed. going to try to buy a new screen see if that works.
edit: i was able to get att insurance on it lol 199 deductible is better than no phone or buying a screen
Ha! I love the title of this thread! Sorry about your misfortune though. Glad you were able to get the insurance... hopefully they won't cry foul play.
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Don't most insurance plans have like a certain time frame from when you sign up to when you can make your first claim? Like 90 days or something
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I thought At&T was 30 days, which in this case is good because the phone has barely been out for 30 days. I'd wait a week or two before submitting the claim maybe just so it doesn't look like you broke the phone then bought the insurance rather than the other way around lol.
That blows. My One X lost the fight against a swimming pool so I know you're pain. I had to pay the $199 deductible too. Just be prepared to wait for them to backorder the phone. You definitely won't be getting one overnight probably. I had to wait a week and a half, but it's getting here today finally!
yeah, am planing on waiting a few weeks before i make the claim, ive been looking and reading to see if there's like a period before my first claim but haven't found anything yet. currently using my old iphone 4s lol i miss the one x. without a doubt htc one x is better, and ive been using iphones since iphone 3g
Awesome...nothing like bragging about insurance fraud on a forum.
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Awesome...nothing like bragging about insurance fraud on a forum.
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Its not fraud. AT&T insurance covers accidental damage. They cover everything actually, which is why its 7 or 10 dollars a month PLUS a $200 deductible.
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Its not fraud. AT&T insurance covers accidental damage. They cover everything actually, which is why its 7 or 10 dollars a month PLUS a $200 deductible.
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besides that the only thing they ask for you to add the insurance is an upgrade or new line and less than 30 days with it.
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Its not fraud. AT&T insurance covers accidental damage. They cover everything actually, which is why its 7 or 10 dollars a month PLUS a $200 deductible.
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Actually it technically is insurance fraud because they expect you to sign up a device that is fully functional and not already broken. Why do you think apple stores require an inspection of the device in which you are purchasing apple care plus for when purchasing within the 30 day period? To prevent fraudulent claims.
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Pretty sure the insurance covers lost or stolen phones also. because you opened it they might not like that. Dont ask me why but they dont. Or you could accidentally run over it, then it wouldnt matter lol.
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Actually it technically is insurance fraud because they expect you to sign up a device that is fully functional and not already broken. Why do you think apple stores require an inspection of the device in which you are purchasing apple care plus for when purchasing within the 30 day period? To prevent fraudulent claims.
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Well you should tell the ATT salesman that helped me that its fraud. He told me that even if something happened to the phone i could still come buy the insurance as long as i was in the allotted time frame.. Otherwise they would require an inspection. Dont you think its odd that they dont? because it doesnt matter. At least thats what ATT told me.
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Actually it technically is insurance fraud because they expect you to sign up a device that is fully functional and not already broken. Why do you think apple stores require an inspection of the device in which you are purchasing apple care plus for when purchasing within the 30 day period? To prevent fraudulent claims.
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They give you 30 days. Otherwise they would only let you sign up at the time of purchase. I know what Im talking about, Ive asked this very question to a Regional Manager (not a store manager). They dont care, because then you're locked into paying $200 and $10 every month for 24 months.
thats why they do it via the phone, how are they going to inspect?
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Actually it technically is insurance fraud because they expect you to sign up a device that is fully functional and not already broken. Why do you think apple stores require an inspection of the device in which you are purchasing apple care plus for when purchasing within the 30 day period? To prevent fraudulent claims.
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You can get insurance on the phone even if it is broken, they are still making money so they don't care.
nugzo said:
Pretty sure the insurance covers lost or stolen phones also. because you opened it they might not like that. Dont ask me why but they dont. Or you could accidentally run over it, then it wouldnt matter lol.
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Well you should tell the ATT salesman that helped me that its fraud. He told me that even if something happened to the phone i could still come buy the insurance as long as i was in the allotted time frame.. Otherwise they would require an inspection. Dont you think its odd that they dont? because it doesnt matter. At least thats what ATT told me.
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I don't think an AT&T rep would be the best source. He makes commission off selling you the insurance, so of course he wants to sign you up.
At POS, you can sign up. Within 30 days, you can sign up with an inspection. Beyond 30 days, no insurance options. Anything else is fraud.
And there's no contract on the insurance. You can cancel at any time, but if it's after 30 days you can't re-enroll.
BTW, I worked for AT&T and reps like you're describing were the least favorite part of my job. When I told the customer the truth, I was made out to be the bad guy.
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thats why they do it via the phone, how are they going to inspect?
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if you try to do it over the phone, they are supposed to send you in to a store to get it inspected.
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Red5 said:
Its not fraud. AT&T insurance covers accidental damage. They cover everything actually, which is why its 7 or 10 dollars a month PLUS a $200 deductible.
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Sorry...you're 100% wrong. You can justify fraud all you want, but he is insuring a broken phone...the fact that at&t covers water damage is irrelevant.
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Sorry...you're 100% wrong. You can justify fraud all you want, but he is insuring a broken phone...the fact that at&t covers water damage is irrelevant.
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Do you know what fraud is? Fraud is an intentional deception made for personal gain. So when AT&T allows you up to the first 30 days to put insurance on your phone, even if its damaged, please tell me how thats being deceptive. Its not if the company allows it in any condition as long as its within the 30 days.
If you want to call it fraud, then go ahead. Call it whatever you want. The point is, is that AT&T will put insurance on the phone within the 30 days, working or not because you will still have to pay the $200 deductible and the $10/month plan for 24 months.
There is no reason to argue just for the sake of using a term. The main point here, is AT&T allowing insurance.
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Do you know what fraud is? Fraud is an intentional deception made for personal gain. So when AT&T allows you up to the first 30 days to put insurance on your phone, even if its damaged, please tell me how thats being deceptive. Its not if the company allows it in any condition as long as its within the 30 days.
If you want to call it fraud, then go ahead. Call it whatever you want. The point is, is that AT&T will put insurance on the phone within the 30 days, working or not because you will still have to pay the $200 deductible and the $10/month plan for 24 months.
There is no reason to argue just for the sake of using a term. The main point here, is AT&T allowing insurance.
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Not arguing...simply stating fact. You described exactly what he was doing to a tee...he is intentionally deceiving at&t for his gain. You seem to think because at&t covers water damage, that he is OK within 30 days. That would be true if he didn't already have the damage...that's like buying homeowners insurance after your house burned down. I'm done on this, as it's not a huge deal...but it is fraud in every way.
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Though it may technically be fraudulent, give the guy a break man. With the high prices AT&T charges (I just signed up with them for this phone @ $110/month!!!) I'd like to think they would cover an accidental situation like this. It isn't like the OP intentionally threw his phone into the beach. If it happened to anyone I'd wish AT&T would allow it.
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Need to tap into the greater XDA/phone tech junkies hive mind.
My situation:
I currently have a broken SGS2 on AT&T. It works just can't charge the battery while in the phone.
I don't have an upgrade on any of my 8 lines on our account (closest is August).
I am thinking and damn close to getting the HTC one XL but it would costs 450 (200 for phone and 250) for early upgrade fees.
Now to add to it I jut had surgery and going to be stuck on the couch for the next 2 weeks.
What I am asking is you guys with the phone is if you had to pay 450 would you still do it after spending time with the phone.
Most of my use is games browsing and videos.
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Need to tap into the greater XDA/phone tech junkies hive mind.
My situation:
I currently have a broken SGS2 on AT&T. It works just can't charge the battery while in the phone.
I don't have an upgrade on any of my 8 lines on our account (closest is August).
I am thinking and damn close to getting the HTC one XL but it would costs 450 (200 for phone and 250) for early upgrade fees.
Now to add to it I jut had surgery and going to be stuck on the couch for the next 2 weeks.
What I am asking is you guys with the phone is if you had to pay 450 would you still do it after spending time with the phone.
Most of my use is games browsing and videos.
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August isn't far away. I'd buy a go phone and an external charger and wait it out.
But the real question is is the phone worth the retail price? Hell yeah.
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Need to tap into the greater XDA/phone tech junkies hive mind.
My situation:
I currently have a broken SGS2 on AT&T. It works just can't charge the battery while in the phone.
I don't have an upgrade on any of my 8 lines on our account (closest is August).
I am thinking and damn close to getting the HTC one XL but it would costs 450 (200 for phone and 250) for early upgrade fees.
Now to add to it I jut had surgery and going to be stuck on the couch for the next 2 weeks.
What I am asking is you guys with the phone is if you had to pay 450 would you still do it after spending time with the phone.
Most of my use is games browsing and videos.
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This is exactly what you're going to do:
Call and tell them you would like one of your lines to be upgraded early, tell them you've been a loyal customer since XXXX and you need it early. I literally upgrade every year by this method no questions asked. LOL. Asked for the "retention" or "customer loyalty department". They will place the notes on your account for you to be upgraded. After that hang up.
Call back a few hours later and tell the next rep that you would like them to price match Amazon's price for the phone of 174.99 (they have no tax and shipping as well so be sure to mention that), the rep should then charge you for full price of the phone (199.99) but credit your account back like 70 bucks for the additional savings you would have got from using Amazon.
There you have it. You essentially got a one X for 174.99. No upgrade fees, no tax, phone at a great price. Don't have to wait until August either.
Well if you already own an external charger for sgs2, I would put this money on a tablet.
I love my X L but I love it more using it on the run.
good point with 8 lines he should have some pull. I only have 3 and they don't treat me as well
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good point with 8 lines he should have some pull. I only have 3 and they don't treat me as well
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You would think so but I got no where one the phone this morning. They acted like the 250 early upgrade fee was doing me a favor. I am going to give it a shot with customer retention.
It's 119.98 for a new line might be able to trick at&t into it. Plus the requesting an upgrade early has worked for a friend of mine worth a shot.
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You would think so but I got no where one the phone this morning. They acted like the 250 early upgrade fee was doing me a favor. I am going to give it a shot with customer retention.
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how long has the SGS II been out is it over a year?
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good point with 8 lines he should have some pull. I only have 3 and they don't treat me as well
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I only have 3 but I think its because I have a business account that they treat me like god haha
They literally schedule follow up phone calls to check on me and my new phones and ask if they can do anything for me LOL My above strategy will still work though as I used to use it all the time on T-Mobile. One time I called to cancel with T-Mobile and they gave me unlimited minutes, texting and data, lowered my bill by $10, and upgraded my phone LOL I couldn't leave that place for the life of me. Unmatched customer retention.
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kleeman7 said:
It's 119.98 for a new line might be able to trick at&t into it. Plus the requesting an upgrade early has worked for a friend of mine worth a shot.
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The 119 pricing is only for new AT&T customers, but if the rep doesn't know this and just checks the Amazon site, they may be fooled and do it.
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how long has the SGS II been out is it over a year?
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I don't know but isn't it crazy how ancient the sgs2 seems next to our one x? I laugh at that phone whenever I see it. My buddy still has the one I sold him. Ick!
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I only have 3 but I think its because I have a business account that they treat me like god haha
They literally schedule follow up phone calls to check on me and my new phones and ask if they can do anything for me LOL My above strategy will still work though as I used to use it all the time on T-Mobile. One time I called to cancel with T-Mobile and they gave me unlimited minutes, texting and data, lowered my bill by $10, and upgraded my phone LOL I couldn't leave that place for the life of me. Unmatched customer retention.
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The 119 pricing is only for new AT&T customers, but if the rep doesn't know this and just checks the Amazon site, they may be fooled and do it.
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I don't know but isn't it crazy how ancient the sgs2 seems next to our one x? I laugh at that phone whenever I see it. My buddy still has the one I sold him. Ick!
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That's what I was thinking, some reps don't pay attention.
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I paid $600 for my One X. Very happy with my purchase.
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I paid $600 for my One X. Very happy with my purchase.
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me too. Thankfully I still sold my iphone for a profit
Definitely don't use an upgrade if you're paying $400 anyways. Head over to the marketplace...hell I have a One X I'll sell you.
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me too. Thankfully I still sold my iphone for a profit
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Yeah, I sold my iPhone 4S on craigslist for $550 So in reality I only had to shell out $50 for the HOX.
Thanks for the tips gents!
I called and went to the phone prompts to cancellations. Once I had a rep on the line and went through the account auth bs. I simply asked if she could calculate what my ETFs would be today if I transferred my 8 lines to VZW. After the 7 or 8 minutes it took her to come up with the 1025 number she asked why.
I explained that I had a dead phone and that both sales reps in the store and the main sales line had told me I was not eligible for an upgrade and would have to replace the Phone at full cost. I also stated that an ind dealer would match my etf in credit towards new devices.
With out missing a beat she asked me to hold on to see if there was anything she could do and what phone was I looking at.
Long story short she is priority shipping a HOXL white to me for 119 bux flat.
Thanks for saving me some bux all!
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Thanks for the tips gents!
I called and went to the phone prompts to cancellations. Once I had a rep on the line and went through the account auth bs. I simply asked if she could calculate what my ETFs would be today if I transferred my 8 lines to VZW. After the 7 or 8 minutes it took her to come up with the 1025 number she asked why.
I explained that I had a dead phone and that both sales reps in the store and the main sales line had told me I was not eligible for an upgrade and would have to replace the Phone at full cost. I also stated that an ind dealer would match my etf in credit towards new devices.
With out missing a beat she asked me to hold on to see if there was anything she could do and what phone was I looking at.
Long story short she is priority shipping a HOXL white to me for 119 bux flat.
Thanks for saving me some bux all!
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Great news. Congrats!
Antitribu said:
Thanks for the tips gents!
I called and went to the phone prompts to cancellations. Once I had a rep on the line and went through the account auth bs. I simply asked if she could calculate what my ETFs would be today if I transferred my 8 lines to VZW. After the 7 or 8 minutes it took her to come up with the 1025 number she asked why.
I explained that I had a dead phone and that both sales reps in the store and the main sales line had told me I was not eligible for an upgrade and would have to replace the Phone at full cost. I also stated that an ind dealer would match my etf in credit towards new devices.
With out missing a beat she asked me to hold on to see if there was anything she could do and what phone was I looking at.
Long story short she is priority shipping a HOXL white to me for 119 bux flat.
Thanks for saving me some bux all!
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Wow. Rather than being happy for you, I'm actually jealous LOL I could only get them down to the 174.99 price! Oh well! Still better than 199.99 plus tax
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You would think so but I got no where one the phone this morning. They acted like the 250 early upgrade fee was doing me a favor. I am going to give it a shot with customer retention.
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Call and talk to their loyalty department. If they don't budge till them to transfer you to the cancellation department. You're taking all 8 lines to Verizon.
They should treat you like royalty if you have 8 lines.
edit: have you considering buying a galaxy nexus for 400? This way you still have your upgrades left for the successor to one x.
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Call and talk to their loyalty department. If they don't budge till them to transfer you to the cancellation department. You're taking all 8 lines to Verizon.
They should treat you like royalty if you have 8 lines.
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Somebody doesn't like to read the whole thread before posting...
I spent $729 right off the bat just to get this amazing phone the same day it came out. Full retail price as I'm not in the habit of locking myself in a contract
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Hello community. I'm curious if anybody knows if I can get my phone replaced. I've had it for almost 3 weeks and it has a nasty scratch on the screen. I just got this thing and I'm going to have to stare at that thing for 2 years??? So, if anybody out there knows if/how I can get it replaced/repaired, please let me know. Thanks.
Send it to Samsung with $170. There ya go.
Use a screen protector next time.
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or if you got the insurance, $100 deductible with asurion?
Yeah. Since the phone is fully functional you can't get it replaced without some $$$. Just be careful next time. And screen protectors are your best friend
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Yeah, wasn't trying to be brutal, but it is what it is.
I hate having a screen protector on, but I couldn't live with a scratch. What do ya do?
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Yup. You win some, you lose some.
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How did it get scratched?
If that insurance covers it, you still have time to sign up for it (30 days IIRC).
Yes, I do have the insurance. So the deductible will be the cheapest option? Is a scratch really worth $100? I usually do have a screen protector on my phones, I just had not purchased one yet. I really have no idea how it happened. I always carry my office on my left pocket with nothing more in there.
Just out of curiosity, how does the 170 to Samsung work?
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arqbrulo said:
Yes, I do have the insurance. So the deductible will be the cheapest option? Is a scratch really worth $100? I usually do have a screen protector on my phones, I just had not purchased one yet. I really have no idea how it happened. I always carry my office on my left pocket with nothing more in there.
Just out of curiosity, how does the 170 to Samsung work?
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Call Samsung and send it to them directly.
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Yes through Verizon under manufacture warranty. Call customer service say it drops calls. This is still normal wear and tear. Plus the gorilla glass was defective it shouldn't scratch lol wait its just a gimmick.
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Yes through Verizon under manufacture warranty. Call customer service say it drops calls. This is still normal wear and tear. Plus the gorilla glass was defective it shouldn't scratch lol wait its just a gimmick.
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I wouldn't promote insurance fraud on here. Just a friendly heads up
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arqbrulo said:
Is a scratch really worth $100?
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Maybe you should be asking yourself this question since it's your money.
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Yes through Verizon under manufacture warranty. Call customer service say it drops calls. This is still normal wear and tear. Plus the gorilla glass was defective it shouldn't scratch lol wait its just a gimmick.
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Nobody said gorilla glass is scratch proof, scratch resistant perhaps....it will be scratch proof once they make our screens out of diamonds with an extra carbon atom or something to make it so
If you really wanna spend $100 through insurance, at least test some dev projects until you brick it, then let a friend 'accidentally' perform an inebriated test to its physical durability with a sledge hammer. Might as well have some fun
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I wouldn't promote insurance fraud on here. Just a friendly heads up
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Does it count as fraud if he initially intended to replace it due to the scratched screen? I mean we pay decent money for insurance to cover screw ups, such as accidental damage, and one would think as long as you pay the deductible all is well. And they're lucky you didn't get it lost or stolen cause they have your return to refurb and sell. I don't seek to violate any rules, even though they're pirates
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If you really wanna spend $100 through insurance, at least test some dev projects until you brick it, then let a friend 'accidentally' perform an inebriated test to its physical durability with a sledge hammer. Might as well have some fun
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Oh, yeah, lets have some fun!!! :laugh:
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Does it count as fraud if he initially intended to replace it due to the scratched screen? I mean we pay decent money for insurance to cover screw ups, such as accidental damage, and one would think as long as you pay the deductible all is well. And they're lucky you didn't get it lost or stolen cause they have your return to refurb and sell. I don't seek to violate any rules, even though they're pirates
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On my first smart phone, it suffered a "beach accident" when I saved my nephew from being taken away by a wave. Water got in it, but not enough to change the color of the "water detector". Luckily, I was able to talk my way out of that one to get it replaced. After that I've payed for insurance. I think I've given them enough of my money, it would be nice to get some of it back in some way. I wonder if they would give me me the "Developers Edition". Now that you mention it, I AM having a hard time keeping my 4G connected and receiving/sending MMS.... Obviously Verizon does not need to know that I'm using CM10 atm.
FYI: No body is talking about insurance fraud here.:angel:
EDIT: It's amazing how fast posts get buried in the General section.
I've been researching different warranties and insurances and mainly looking at now at Ensquared and NegriCare. Both offer regular warranty against defects, and accidental damage. They both also cover lost and stolen. I haven't seen that many reviews or threads about these two, does anyone have any experience in these two companies?
I have no experience with either of these, but are these cheaper than the VZW sanctioned one? I guess what I'm getting at is why bother- if you want insurance just buy the VZW sanctioned version, that way at least you can give verizon crap if you have warranty issues. Just one man's humble opinion...
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I have no experience with either of these, but are these cheaper than the VZW sanctioned one? I guess what I'm getting at is why bother- if you want insurance just buy the VZW sanctioned version, that way at least you can give verizon crap if you have warranty issues. Just one man's humble opinion...
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Verizon gives zero support on the insurance they hock. The insurance is provided by Assurion, if you file a claim you won't spend a second dealing with Verizon. Assurion is a horrible company completely devoid of any integrity. I know several people who have worked in their corporate FP&A, and after speaking about the company with insiders, it would be impossible for me to think less of the organization. If your choice is between burning your money and giving it to Assurion, find a match.
Ensquared is backed by Global Warranty Group... I have them and let me tell ya.. claim filed on 8-17 phone recieved on 8-22 however... I had the 32gb insured and they sent me a brand new in box 16gb... now I'm awaiting a shipment of the actual 32gb... but all in all they are a bbb a+ company .. I am not affiliated with them in any way.. but I am documenting my whole ordeal with them through way of recorded phone calls as well as vlogging my experiences.. I'll update this post with the links once it is all resolved.. but as I stated I got my phone within the allotted time they processed the claim
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As long as you don't lose your phones, and more accident-proned, the Best Buy Geek Squad Protection is probably the best bet, albeit only if you bought the device from them.
No deductible--unlimited claims.
ngocdao said:
As long as you don't lose your phones, and more accident-proned, the Best Buy Geek Squad Protection is probably the best bet, albeit only if you bought the device from them.
No deductible--unlimited claims.
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I'd have to agree with this. Now I do work for best buy but even if I didn't I would recommend it. It covers everything but lost or stolen and you can do 9.99 a month or 180 for a full 2 years. Even though I have this on my phone I also have Verizons TEP just in case my phone gets stolen or lost because that has happened to me in the past.
have you looked into a rider on you homeowners (if its offered) no questions asked cash payout (for the amount you insured the phone for) only $30 per year for a $600.00 policy from Farm Bureau
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I have no experience with either of these, but are these cheaper than the VZW sanctioned one? I guess what I'm getting at is why bother- if you want insurance just buy the VZW sanctioned version, that way at least you can give verizon crap if you have warranty issues. Just one man's humble opinion...
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Cheaper since its a fixed amount to pay up front and a low deductible while VZW you go through Assurion, monthly payments and a high deductible.
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Verizon gives zero support on the insurance they hock. The insurance is provided by Assurion, if you file a claim you won't spend a second dealing with Verizon. Assurion is a horrible company completely devoid of any integrity. I know several people who have worked in their corporate FP&A, and after speaking about the company with insiders, it would be impossible for me to think less of the organization. If your choice is between burning your money and giving it to Assurion, find a match.
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Ensquared is backed by Global Warranty Group... I have them and let me tell ya.. claim filed on 8-17 phone recieved on 8-22 however... I had the 32gb insured and they sent me a brand new in box 16gb... now I'm awaiting a shipment of the actual 32gb... but all in all they are a bbb a+ company .. I am not affiliated with them in any way.. but I am documenting my whole ordeal with them through way of recorded phone calls as well as vlogging my experiences.. I'll update this post with the links once it is all resolved.. but as I stated I got my phone within the allotted time they processed the claim
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Awaiting your review!
ngocdao said:
As long as you don't lose your phones, and more accident-proned, the Best Buy Geek Squad Protection is probably the best bet, albeit only if you bought the device from them.
No deductible--unlimited claims.
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I would of went with them if I bought my phone from them, I wasn't able to since they would of taken my unlimited data since I upgraded after the 28th of June.
gdavenpo said:
have you looked into a rider on you homeowners (if its offered) no questions asked cash payout (for the amount you insured the phone for) only $30 per year for a $600.00 policy from Farm Bureau
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I don't have homeowners insurance, so that is a no go for me, but good point for someone who has homeowners insurance.
Look to see if there are any ProtectCell dealers near you.
http://www.protectcell.com/Products/Memberships.aspx
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Look to see if there are any ProtectCell dealers near you.
http://www.protectcell.com/Products/Memberships.aspx
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Thanks for the suggestion but apparently no dealers within 50 miles of Miami.
Go with worthavegroup I lost my gs3 and the send me a check for 549.00
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sirrdeezy said:
Go with worthavegroup I lost my gs3 and the send me a check for 549.00
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Their coverage seems to be limited at $600, which I don't think it will cover my phone since I bought the 32GB version that retails at $650.
I remember back when I got my iPhone on here I was trying to get insurance I saw these guys http://www.gocare.com/cell-phone-protection/ I didn't look into them much but I saw some good reviews
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I'd have to agree with this. Now I do work for best buy but even if I didn't I would recommend it. It covers everything but lost or stolen and you can do 9.99 a month or 180 for a full 2 years. Even though I have this on my phone I also have Verizons TEP just in case my phone gets stolen or lost because that has happened to me in the past.
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Doesnt sound all that great. You can get something like global warranty group that has been mentioned for 119.99 or less for 2 years of coverage with $75 deductables that will cover you for lost, stolen, or damaged. If anyone is interested in picking it up I am a dealer for them in Delaware and will provide discounts to anyone who contacts me through the site. $107 to insure your phone for 2 years against everything can't be beat.
Bought my phone via Walmart and bought their insurance. The policy seemed pretty solid. I guess I really can't judge it one way or the other until an issue arises.
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Doesnt sound all that great. You can get something like global warranty group that has been mentioned for 119.99 or less for 2 years of coverage with $75 deductables that will cover you for lost, stolen, or damaged. If anyone is interested in picking it up I am a dealer for them in Delaware and will provide discounts to anyone who contacts me through the site. $107 to insure your phone for 2 years against everything can't be beat.
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Well with best buy there is no deductible
If you buy the two year plan from best buy, it seems to be about the same price as it is from Assurion. I guess it comes down to would you rather have no deductible, or peace of mind if you were to ever lose it or have it get stolen.
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Doesnt sound all that great. You can get something like global warranty group that has been mentioned for 119.99 or less for 2 years of coverage with $75 deductables that will cover you for lost, stolen, or damaged. If anyone is interested in picking it up I am a dealer for them in Delaware and will provide discounts to anyone who contacts me through the site. $107 to insure your phone for 2 years against everything can't be beat.
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Wth is global warranty group and why do keep mentioning how its recognized? Is that like a stamp of approval? like USDA angus beef?
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Well with best buy there is no deductible
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And unlimited claims.
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Wth is global warranty group and why do keep mentioning how its recognized? Is that like a stamp of approval? like USDA angus beef?
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And unlimited claims.
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I didn't mention how its recognized, I was referencing the fact that someone mentioned it earlier in the thread. We offer it as a cheaper alternative to Asurion. Rarely do we get complaints about them, many more complaints about Asurion.
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Doesnt sound all that great. You can get something like global warranty group that has been mentioned for 119.99 or less for 2 years of coverage with $75 deductables that will cover you for lost, stolen, or damaged. If anyone is interested in picking it up I am a dealer for them in Delaware and will provide discounts to anyone who contacts me through the site. $107 to insure your phone for 2 years against everything can't be beat.
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Wth is global warranty group and why do keep mentioning how its recognized? Is that like a stamp of approval? like USDA angus beef?
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And unlimited claims.
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I didn't mention how its recognized, I was referencing the fact that someone mentioned it earlier in the thread. We offer it as a cheaper alternative to Asurion. Rarely do we get complaints about them, many more complaints about Asurion.
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Update: 8-30-12 received another phone from Global Warranty Group... Its another 16GB.... Will keep you updated as to why I have a 32GB insured and they keep sending me a 16GB.. Same as last time though.. Bnib overnighted. but they didnt know when it shipped or when i would get it.. TBH I wonder if its too late to get Asurion...
Wen I get the tablet next month should I get best buys insurance plan? Is it worth it
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Wen I get the tablet next month should I get best buys insurance plan? Is it worth it
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~$350 for two years seems steep but then again....
It covers two replacements per year, any damage. Physical, take it swimming, drive over it, etc. if it breaks they fix it. period. Im going in this weekend to get it on my tablet then im coming home and unlocking it. Really, i think its expensive but over two years if i dont like something i can smash it and get them to send it off and fix it / replace it.
If your going to use it, go for it. If your not planning on using it, maybe just get the squaretrade warrenty if it applies to you. only about $100
For me, i've seen my sister accidentally drop her tablet. Boom, CID, no manufacturer warrenty. I've seen on these forums people send the tablet in for something completely unrelated and if theres ANY marks Asus can claim customer induced damage and void your warrenty. Im carefull with my stuff but Asus has NOT impressed me with these tablets. I think its worth it.
(Make sure you get the skinny on the warrentys from the sales reps, IN WRITING, and KEEP THOSE PAPERS! BestBuy is great for trying to say "oh thats not covered" and having that paper saying "uh huh this is what the sales rep told me" can save your ass. )
mightymike889 said:
Wen I get the tablet next month should I get best buys insurance plan? Is it worth it
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Get Squaretrade 2 year warranty with Accidental plan. $100. If you have a 30% coupon (easy to acquire), 70$.
I recommend if for sure, based on previous experience with their warranty program.
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pileot said:
~$350 for two years seems steep but then again....
It covers two replacements per year, any damage. Physical, take it swimming, drive over it, etc. if it breaks they fix it. period. Im going in this weekend to get it on my tablet then im coming home and unlocking it. Really, i think its expensive but over two years if i dont like something i can smash it and get them to send it off and fix it / replace it.
If your going to use it, go for it. If your not planning on using it, maybe just get the squaretrade warrenty if it applies to you. only about $100
For me, i've seen my sister accidentally drop her tablet. Boom, CID, no manufacturer warrenty. I've seen on these forums people send the tablet in for something completely unrelated and if theres ANY marks Asus can claim customer induced damage and void your warrenty. Im carefull with my stuff but Asus has NOT impressed me with these tablets. I think its worth it.
(Make sure you get the skinny on the warrentys from the sales reps, IN WRITING, and KEEP THOSE PAPERS! BestBuy is great for trying to say "oh thats not covered" and having that paper saying "uh huh this is what the sales rep told me" can save your ass. )
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Dont know were you got your price information at, i just bought a pad 2 days ago at best buy, its $99 for one year, with no option for renewal, and $169 for 2 years with the option for renewal. I am not sure but i believe best buys pricing is the same across the country. may be wrong, but thats definitely how much it is in Savannnah, GA. And no warranty best buy offers covers you beaking a device through dropping it or such, I asked this exact question to 2 seperate sales associates. Safest way to think of a Best Buy warranty is that you get to exchange it in the store and get a replacement right away as opposed to having to wait on shipping and such. And on most devices you can repurchase a new warranty on the exchanged device(did this with 6 XBox 360's during the red ring of death era, and with a TV i had problems with) Not trying to argue or anything, just give the OP more opinions and experiences.
I also got the $99 for one year plan, and they offered the $169 for 2 years. I've never heard of the $350 plan
I got the advanced plan which covers accidents, for 169 and is good for two years and can be extended. Since I purchased my Infinity for $347 using Best Buy price match, square trade wasn't really an option for me. With square trade, they only cover up to purchase price, and I don't think I will be able to get another one for that price for a while.
The price has gone up to 416, still good price though.
http://surefireshops.com/p/25913/AS...h Tablet (Gray)-%2d%2d-4XV8XO008S4AY1899.html
tbtaf said:
I got the advanced plan which covers accidents, for 169 and is good for two years and can be extended. Since I purchased my Infinity for $347 using Best Buy price match, square trade wasn't really an option for me. With square trade, they only cover up to purchase price, and I don't think I will be able to get another one for that price for a while.
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Yo where can I get the price for 347 n have them match it.... Help a brotha out...
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ImYoungxD said:
Get Squaretrade 2 year warranty with Accidental plan. $100. If you have a 30% coupon (easy to acquire), 70$.
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N where do I get the coupon to get 30% off
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mightymike889 said:
Yo where can I get the price for 347 n have them match it.... Help a brotha out...
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its all over the forums man do a search
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http://www.squaretrade.com/
Are u getting insurance for your new S4?
I know some people think its a waste and some people live by it! Well i have squaretrade on my nexus 7 and im getting it for my s4 to. I like knowing that if i brick it or whatever that im protected. Some people will say dont brick it or whatever, lol!
So are u getting insurance on it through tmobil or whatever plan u choose??
Yes, I am. I went 1 year squaretrade with my S3 for a great price, but they don't offer it anymore so I will go with the 2-year.
For me, it's peace of mind. For something I use so much, I don't mind the cost. Just look at a couple of the recent threads about people breaking their screens. If you have insurance, you will get a new/refurb device instead of opening the case up yourself, etc.
for me not worth it i never broke a phone ever so i guess i am very careful with'em
What's the difference between square trade and asurion from att?
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Blackwolf10 said:
for me not worth it i never broke a phone ever so i guess i am very careful with'em
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same here, never broken a phone before... not worth the $84+ a year plus tax (verizon charges $7/month) plus then you get charged $100 if you break it....
cheaper to just replace the parts you break imo. also ive seen some water damage tests and it seems fairly water resistance compared to the s3... obviously not considered a water resistant phone but chances are it wont get water damaged...
just be careful with it lol
^it's $99 for 2 years of ADH
I'll probably get it since I usually give my old phones to family members who tend to break
Just got two years for 85. Used a coupon code from a newsletter.
$3.50 per month is worth it. If I accidentally run over it with an Abrams tank, $99 and I get a new phone.
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cfn87 said:
Just got two years for 85. Used a coupon code from a newsletter.
$3.50 per month is worth it. If I accidentally run over it with an Abrams tank, $99 and I get a new phone.
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If only it covered lost and stolen. It's crazy that ATT went up on monthly insurance so it could include a service that no one wants.
Edit: Maybe you could share that coupon?
thacounty said:
If only it covered lost and stolen. It's crazy that ATT went up on monthly insurance so it could include a service that no one wants.
Edit: Maybe you could share that coupon?
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i always considered lost/stolen to be kind of useless, for me at least... i never leave my phone in my car or anything, and its pretty slim chance that someone steals it right out of my pocket without me noticing lol...
though i did have a co-worker who had one stolen right at work, and i work in a verizon store... guess what? they wouldn't pull the tapes and they considered it his fault. he had insurance though so that's good.
does anyone have a squaretrade coupon code they can share with me ? id like to get 2 Years + ADH. :fingers-crossed:
After leaving my previous phone on the hood of my Jeep, safe to say I had to get insurance for my S4.
I never get a phone without insurance. Too risky, & costly.
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I am getting best buy insurance.. its 6$ a month if you pay out right.. 10$ other wise, but the thing that is so awesome is there is no deductible! Its free if you break your phone, and geek squad, has an app even if your phones dead
it can track your phone and find it, you get the best protection with best buy, I have ausurion now and it sucked when my phone broke I had to pay 100$ best buy FTW!
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...and geek squad, has an app even if your phones dead...
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I think you may have been lied to. How can it track a dead phone? It might tell you last known location, but it will not be able to track a dead phone.
cfn87 said:
Just got two years for 85. Used a coupon code from a newsletter.
$3.50 per month is worth it. If I accidentally run over it with an Abrams tank, $99 and I get a new phone.
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Yes, which coupon code did you use? Sharing is caring
wavrunrx said:
does anyone have a squaretrade coupon code they can share with me ? id like to get 2 Years + ADH. :fingers-crossed:
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I'd second your request.
thacounty said:
I think you may have been lied to. How can it track a dead phone? It might tell you last known location, but it will not be able to track a dead phone.
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Nop I promise you the govt can do it too as long as the battery is not removed, thats why they are making non removable batteries, look it up
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With AT&T the deductible is now $199.99 for the replacement and i think its $8/month.
jrollercoasters said:
Nop I promise you the govt can do it too as long as the battery is not removed, thats why they are making non removable batteries, look it up
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I don't want to check because I don't want to know... *Puts on tinfoil hat*
jrollercoasters said:
I am getting best buy insurance.. its 6$ a month if you pay out right.. 10$ other wise, but the thing that is so awesome is there is no deductible! Its free if you break your phone, and geek squad, has an app even if your phones dead
it can track your phone and find it, you get the best protection with best buy, I have ausurion now and it sucked when my phone broke I had to pay 100$ best buy FTW!
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Even if you buy your phone from another company, best buy will insure it?How long do they give you to buy insurance from them?
thepoetvd776 said:
Even if you buy your phone from another company, best buy will insure it?How long do they give you to buy insurance from them?
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Some will, some won't. 30 days from purchase if they will.