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First of sorry if this is in the wrong forum.
I'm on holiday at the moment and I wont be going home for about 6 months and so far I have got about 5gb of photos. I would like to email these photos or send these photos home (other side of the world 15000 kilometers away). My hotmail lacks the capacity to send such large amounts of information, so I'm just wondering what would be the best way? I'd prefer internet based but if worst comes ill just have to send a few disks home.
Maybe another email provider will allow so much data to be sent? Or any other ideas would be welcomed.
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Edit: just noticed this should be in the Q+A section. But I dont think I can move it myself. Sorry.
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There are a few things I can suggest to do this.
The first is to obviously copy everything onto a DVD and mail it. Next, you can try to use an online file hosting website. You can upload all your pics there, and tell someone at home to go download them for you. However, many of those sites have a limit on how much you can upload with a free account. Try like rapidshare, and such. The best possible way in my honest opinion is to get an online backup service. Yeah, it costs money, but they are pretty damn reliable. Check out Mozy. They have 50gb of space for 5.99$ a month. You can keep it or use it for a month, then cancel.
Good luck boss!
When I was setting up my note I thought I remembered seeing an offer for 50gb free storage for 2 years. How do I activate it?
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When I was setting up my note I thought I remembered seeing an offer for 50gb free storage for 2 years. How do I activate it?
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They give you list of thing you have to do
Put on phone, computer, email it to a friend, ect. I think I got the instructions in a email after I signed in
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"To get the free storage users simply need to sign into Dropbox when setting up the device. Alternatively, after they set up the device, users can launch the pre-installed Dropbox app to get the free storage. After two years users will have to pay to continue using their extra storage space, or risk losing their content."
Here's a question worth asking as it may effect some of you......
I already have a FREE 50GB addition for 2 years by purchasing an SGS3. That now expires in 18 months time.
This week I purchased a SGN 10.1 which I 'supposedly' assumed it too would have the offer of a FREE 50GB addition for 2 years.
However, looking at my account I notice the Note 10.1 is not mentioned in my account.
I would have thought one of two things would have happened:-
1. My account increased from 50GB to 100GB based on the fact I have 2 x Samsung products each with a FREE 50GB for 2 years.
2. My account FREE 2 year expire date would have been amended to the date I added my Note 10.1 to Dropbox.
At the moment it looks like although you get an initial FREE 50GB for 2 years, it doesn't matter if you purchase another Samsung product during that period, you don't get any further FREE extension.
Here's hoping I am wrong.................
You're not wrong. I activated two Galaxy Note 10.1s and didn't get the additional space.
You have to go through your tablet, and then work all of the steps. In the end you get the extra space. I did. Multiple threads on this.
Not everyone gets the space. Unless you mean the hack, that I haven't tried.
From Dropbox's own page:
Is my Samsung phone eligible for the free space promotion?
If you have a brand new Samsung phone with Dropbox already installed, you may be eligible to earn 48GB of free space for up to two years. Here's how:
Complete Get Started
The most common reason people have not yet received their free space is because they have not yet finished the quests on the Get Started tab. To claim your extra space, complete five of the seven quests from Get Started. Please note, some steps require your desktop computer.
Is Dropbox pre-loaded?
Dropbox must be pre-loaded on your new Samsung phone to be eligible for the promotion.
The first account that signs up will get 48GB of free space, provided you have completed Get Started.
Each account is only able to claim this promotion once.
Non-participating carriers
Select carriers have opted-out of the promotion on phones otherwise eligible. Among those not currently participating are:
United States: AT&T, Verizon
Japan: NTT DoCoMo
Korea: SK Telecom
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blud7 said:
Not everyone gets the space. Unless you mean the hack, that I haven't tried.
From Dropbox's own page:
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IF you qualify, those are the steps, as verified by Dropbox, to get the space. If you don't qualify there there should be no question. Your device will tell you if you qualify.
Dropbox settings and requirements between my two Samsung devices are the same but it is only the first device that has been given the additional space (as mentioned by blud7).
In a way I do understand with both machines running from the same account it may not be increased..... But it is a shame Dropbox do not at the least role over the additional 48GB expiry date based on the last machine the account is running on.
I used another/alternative gmail account just for the extra space. The account is mainly used for when i join mailing lists etc to keep junk email to a minimum on my main account.
HasC said:
I used another/alternative gmail account just for the extra space. The account is mainly used for when i join mailing lists etc to keep junk email to a minimum on my main account.
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Nice.
This is my experience:
When going thru the setup on the device, sign in when asked and complete setup.
Launch the app on the note, you will receive an email stating your account has been upgraded.
Blubowtie said:
This is my experience:
When going thru the setup on the device, sign in when asked and complete setup.
Launch the app on the note, you will receive an email stating your account has been upgraded.
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Never happened to me..... I completed the setup, accepted to allow the Note to upload photos and that was it. No email and nothing showing of the Note in my accounts but it did upload photos I took with the tablet, so it does know the Note is part of my account.
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Never happened to me..... I completed the setup, accepted to allow the Note to upload photos and that was it. No email and nothing showing of the Note in my accounts but it did upload photos I took with the tablet, so it does know the Note is part of my account.
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There are 7 or 8 steps to complete before you can have the extra space. It's a list that checks you off as you complete the steps. That's what you did?
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Click the Get Started link at the left of your account, and make sure all items are crossed off.
I just finnished getting my 50GB DropBox space. I had thought I was not going to get it as I got the app got the dropbox and then nothing. So I went to dropbox via my laptop and there was a statement that I had 5 things to complete to get my extra 48GB storage and there was a list of I think 8 items and the one for the app was marked complete. The ones I did was take the tour, download dropbox for my laptop, create a share folder and send an invite to my wife's email to share my dropbox once those 5 things were done it said completed and I had my 50GB.
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I just finnished getting my 50GB DropBox space. I had thought I was not going to get it as I got the app got the dropbox and then nothing. So I went to dropbox via my laptop and there was a statement that I had 5 things to complete to get my extra 48GB storage and there was a list of I think 8 items and the one for the app was marked complete. The ones I did was take the tour, download dropbox for my laptop, create a share folder and send an invite to my wife's email to share my dropbox once those 5 things were done it said completed and I had my 50GB.
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I never got an email telling how to get it. Found it myself after poking around.
toenail_flicker said:
There are 7 or 8 steps to complete before you can have the extra space. It's a list that checks you off as you complete the steps. That's what you did?
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Click the Get Started link at the left of your account, and make sure all items are crossed off.
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Yes, did all that, sorry but thought I had said all that before.
With all the steps done I can't think of anything more to do.
In my Dropbox Settings/Bonus Space it simply is not showing another Samsung product and thus not adding an additional 48GB of allowance.
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It would seem I am not the only one with this issue ~ https://forums.dropbox.com/topic.php?id=63260&page=15
I have raised a ticket with them, as reading through those 15 pages the Dropbox staff have not replied to any of the comments raised during the past month.
Sorry. I wonder if it was a limited time offer?
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FWIW, the extra space is only active for two years, so no real loss.
toenail_flicker said:
I never got an email telling how to get it. Found it myself after poking around.
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I didn't get an email either I found the statement on the website when I signed on.
This is kinda related to a GS3 because I have that on my plan, anyway, if I have 2 unlimited data plans still on contract, can Verizon do anything, or will they, if I forgot to pay my bill by the due date and it was paid one day late? It was never disconnected or anything, but just wanted to see if a similar thing happened to anyone else and if they know what Verizon does? I'm just mainly referring to whether they can cancel your unlimited data if you paid a day late, or if it's ok since it wasn't very long after te due date.
Thanks
Lol. No. I got laid off during the summer and had a $600 bill. Just call them and work out a plan. I have one unlimited and three regular lines.
I regularly pay a month late
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1ManWolfePack said:
Lol. No. I got laid off during the summer and had a $600 bill. Just call them and work out a plan. I have one unlimited and three regular lines.
I regularly pay a month late
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Lol you pay late every month? Doesn't that look bad on your credit?
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xXJay_RXx said:
Lol you pay late every month? Doesn't that look bad on your credit?
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Nope. Not a speck
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Your good as long as you call them to let them know before the automated system gets a hold onto your account.
I was gonna say I pay the moment I get a text saying my account is about to be turned off and not any sooner.
If Verizon wants to let me use my upgrade and keep my unlimited data I will change my mind.
Until I leave them this is my practice.
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nosympathy said:
I was gonna say I pay the moment I get a text saying my account is about to be turned off and not any sooner.
If Verizon wants to let me use my upgrade and keep my unlimited data I will change my mind.
Until I leave them this is my practice.
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Boom! Me too. When I get the text, I know the bill is due. Then, if I don't have all the cash - I call them and use my mad phone skills. Lol.
Been working for 7 years or so... :good:
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Your good as long as you call them to let them know before the automated system gets a hold onto your account.
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But it wasn't even 24 hrs past the initial due date, like it was due on the 1st day and I paid right after noon on the 2nd day. There was no sign of any automated system taking a hold of my account, not tha I know the sign of that, and I already paid it. Do I still need to call them to let them know? What do I need to let them know if it's already paid? And if it's already paid, does their automated system still react to it because it was a few hours late?
For those who say they don't pay until they get the email saying they will be disconnected, how long after the due date of your bill do you get that email?
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But it wasn't even 24 hrs past the initial due date, like it was due on the 1st day and I paid right after noon on the 2nd day. There was no sign of any automated system taking a hold of my account, not tha I know the sign of that, and I already paid it. Do I still need to call them to let them know? What do I need to let them know if it's already paid? And if it's already paid, does their automated system still react to it because it was a few hours late?
For those who say they don't pay until they get the email saying they will be disconnected, how long after the due date of your bill do you get that email?
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Uh...usually not until I get the next bill and a few days after that.
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Don't worry about paying anything until you get the text. Lol. Then call them. Get the billing department. They can tell you how long you have until they cut you off. If you make an agreement with them the service stays on.
When im hard up for cash I set my priorities
house car insurance food at then late fees credit cards then vzw 5 dollars late fee then I would pay current late total at least half for vzw
Vzw does not report to the big three credit card report companies
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lol I cant believe there is a thread on this topic...i guess i should create a guide "how to not pay your bill and keep service on 4.1.2" .
Having worked for Big Red for a couple of years as a CSR/Tech Support (not currently), yes you can go through the automated system and let them know a payment has been "sent" even tho you may not have actually sent one. This is stop them from bothering you for a while. Unless you are extremely delinquent (Past 2+ months), they won't turn your phone off. There's usually a 25-35 re-activation fee per line but you keep your same plan.
I pay late myself just because it works better for my financial situation and changing bill cycle/due date is such a PITA. I highly recommend against it because 99% CS rep don't know how to calculate your pro-rations and end up effing it up, costing you both time and money.
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lol I cant believe there is a thread on this topic...i guess i should create a guide "how to not pay your bill and keep service on 4.1.2" .
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Like I said in another thread. The S3 General forum is turning into an OT-like forum. I don't know if it's age differences (I'm 34) but it seems to me that a lot of people need their hand held for a lot of frivolous things nowadays. Like "should I use a screen protector on my phone?", "I'm thinking about changing phones, need opinions, help!". C'mon. :silly:
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Like I said in another thread. The S3 General forum is turning into an OT-like forum. I don't know if it's age differences (I'm 34) but it seems to me that a lot of people need their hand held for a lot of frivolous things nowadays. Like "should I use a screen protector on my phone?", "I'm thinking about changing phones, need opinions, help!". C'mon. :silly:
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Sorry im really 41 to much work to change
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DAMN!!!!! just when I thought that paying a week late was bad....
For the last year I have been trying to pay my bill early but 300$ is a lot of money for 5 lines.
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Itzvik said:
DAMN!!!!! just when I thought that paying a week late was bad....
For the last year I have been trying to pay my bill early but 300$ is a lot of money for 5 lines.
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I felt this way. Then they screwed those of us with unlimited data.
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Itzvik said:
DAMN!!!!! just when I thought that paying a week late was bad....
For the last year I have been trying to pay my bill early but 300$ is a lot of money for 5 lines.
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I have 2 accounts 3 unlimited data 1 netbookfor $50.00 for 5gig 1 $30 for 2 gig 417.00 and no k-y ,"dry"
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I have 2 accounts 3 unlimited data 1 netbookfor $50.00 for 5gig 1 $30 for 2 gig 417.00 and no k-y dry
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That's a lot of money man but the reason my plan is 300$ is because I get Walgreen discount plus a reduction from an issue with Verizon... The store manager put me on a 2yr contract when I signed up with a used phone.. That asshole got me like 40$ of the plan for the first year he hehe.
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paying late shouldn't affect your credit, but i would read all the fine print about your unlimited plan. i am on unlimited plan and they do not slow down my speeds and I still maintain the account. I use over 50gb a month so i really need it. always be careful not to lose it.
Found this on Vibrant forum. You have to complete 5 things on the list from the email to get 50gb. I am trying it out to see if it is still working. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1842593
Hit the thanks button if it helps. It's my motivator to be more helpful.
There's items on a list? My response just said: Congrats! You get 48 extra gigs for 24 months!
That being said, I did need to remember to actually check the Dropbox email account, not the normal one.
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There's items on a list? My response just said: Congrats! You get 48 extra gigs for 24 months!
That being said, I did need to remember to actually check the Dropbox email account, not the normal one.
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It didn't ask me to do anything either. Just logged off from comp. Uninstalled from phone. Flashed zip. Logged in from phone. Got the email in a few minutes. Logged in from comp and I now have 50+GB of free space. Nice find.
For those of you who don't wanna have to go through a ton of links to get the info you need here it is:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=30238829&postcount=2
It's limited to a year ...
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It's limited to a year ...
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Two years. Well actually the email I got said 24 months but I'm pretty sure that's 2 years. lol
Also the expiry date in bonus section for me is 2015. Which is, unless the calendar got really confused, 2 years out.
My mistake , still, for me, it would take a whole year to fill it and then I'd have to pay for it to stay...
I'm hosting rom tests there lol
**** 50 free gigs n in two years I won't need my test roms lol
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just my 2 cents here, last month I got a message from Dropbox that too many people tried to download HebMIUI at once and my public links were put down for 3 days.
As you know, HebMIUI is nice but your ROMS are far more popular...
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My mistake , still, for me, it would take a whole year to fill it and then I'd have to pay for it to stay...
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I'll most likely never fill it. I just got it because I could. lol It really is pretty painless and free stuff is always nice.
I am now a Dropbox Guru!
I would be careful with this, I remember a while back xda removed a bunch of these posts. It was because dropbox requested they be removed because the app used to get the free space was "modified" to work on any phone. There is a build/prop check that is modified to allow any phone to get the free space.
Just be mindful of whats in there. And remember shared folders dont count towards your dropbox space limitation. Maybe a sgs4g shared folder would be a option.
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Also remember its wise to uninstall this modified app and reinstall the official one after. I think xda removed most of these initially because of password theft claims by dropbox.
Also a reason why it's good to use a random generated password for DB or anything else, and 2 stage authentication so that even if they do get your password, they're unlikely to get it within the 15-30 second window where the generated authenticator code is actually valid...
Worked for me too! Awesome, thank you!
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I would be careful with this, I remember a while back xda removed a bunch of these posts. It was because dropbox requested they be removed because the app used to get the free space was "modified" to work on any phone. There is a build/prop check that is modified to allow any phone to get the free space.
Just be mindful of whats in there. And remember shared folders dont count towards your dropbox space limitation. Maybe a sgs4g shared folder would be a option.
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Also remember its wise to uninstall this modified app and reinstall the official one after. I think xda removed most of these initially because of password theft claims by dropbox.
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FYI: I know someone who lost the 50 GB after uninstalling this then re-installing the official one. I can't say if it's just a coincidence. I'm not using the app on my phone and I still have the 50 GB after many wipes and flashes of various ROMs.
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FYI: I know someone who lost the 50 GB after uninstalling this then re-installing the official one. I can't say if it's just a coincidence. I'm not using the app on my phone and I still have the 50 GB after many wipes and flashes of various ROMs.
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I seen some of the reports of this happening. I dont think it is too far fetched to say its only fair to the people that have the devices the promotion was directed to. I mean you are deceiving the company into thinking you have that device.
So time is over when google offered free space for google photos. I can understand everything cost money and it is normal. I knew this will happen sooner or later. But I'm comfused for this. I have 115Gb free storage, so I don't see any reason to pay £1.59 p/m for 100Gb storage. But there is but. If you want to use some features editing photo in photo app it asks to pay for this. So if I pay for it to unlock Google One Member will I lost 115Gb or it will add 100Gb to my existing storage?
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So time is over when google offered free space for google photos. I can understand everything cost money and it is normal. I knew this will happen sooner or later. But I'm comfused for this. I have 115Gb free storage, so I don't see any reason to pay £1.59 p/m for 100Gb storage. But there is but. If you want to use some features editing photo in photo app it asks to pay for this. So if I pay for it to unlock Google One Member will I lost 115Gb or it will add 100Gb to my existing storage?
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They say any existing photos and videos that were uploaded before June 1st will not count towards that storage limit
Yes I understand that, but what will happen if I purchase Google One Member feature?
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Yes I understand that, but what will happen if I purchase Google One Member feature?
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Don't know about that but I do know it's a subscription that's all I know