yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] shizume:
It was short lived, I just receive an email from best buy thinking it was tracking #. Nope, it was the same message everyone had receive about backorder and will process once they received it. :( o, well I'll be patient for it. Any phone at this point, is an upgrade from the OG Evo
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Kyle_G:
(╯°□°）╯︵ ┻━┻ <----my general reaction to that news.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] scottspa74:
Wow. Can someone interpret that for me?

sent from 2yr old Evo on ICS
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Mikee4fun:
Well as of 5:04PST there are still no units in transit to BB and also my EVP rep said none of the phones have arrived in the Sprint national inventory so hopefully they will show up at the national inventory warehouses tomorrow.

Weak!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Macropoutsis:
Not a guy. Was a lady named Christine. She knew all about the hold in customs for the patents check and that they have cleared. She said she knew about Sprints 5/24 date and bb is waiting on an ok from sprint. Everything was pointing towards 5/24 availability for in store pickup. I asked if she was sure because thats the day Sprints preorders are supposed to be delivered. She said there deal with Sprint is to have in store pickup on Sprints delivery day. That's all I know.

Edit: In store pickup for preorders from bb.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Samip430:
At the best buy in my area they had an evo on display when I went in last thursday, they said they brought it out because a lot of people were asking about it. Fits the story about BB already having them.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Mikee4fun:
Which store? I want to see if they actually have inventory...
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Caladbolg:
I called in and got "the end of the week" as the only date. I went ahead and pre-ordered one cause I'm not waiting til the end of June for the SIII, which will be the same phone with touchwiz and a different screen.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] bog3nator:
So I work at best buy and looked to see what was on order, it said we will be getting in a shipment from ups on the 24th for 14 units!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Samip430:
Naperville, IL. Off of rt 59
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Mikee4fun:
It does not show any BB stores in Naperville, IL

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?id=cat12092&type=page&_requestid=439696
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Macropoutsis:
It's there. Trust me, I work in that area.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] pvillegeek:
here: http://g.co/maps/tnpyb
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Macropoutsis:
Best Buy - Naperville

4400 E New York St Yorkshire Plaza, Aurora, IL 60504

(630) 851-0122

www.bestbuy.com/‎

lol. It says Aurora but it's Naperville there. There post office is in Aurora.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Mikee4fun:
This I believe, probably going overnight tomorrow evening then will show in transit.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] stewie63:
Quick question. I went to BB to pre-order today. They seemed really confused about it but did all the paperwork but I was not asked to buy a gift card. Did they mess up? I received 2 emails, a presales agreement and an order confirmation stating it has been reserved and they would contact me when they had it. The presales agreement states at the bottom I must purchase a GC in order to complete the reservation... Do I need to call them back? Seems pointless since they all seemed clueless to the whole process. :(

Thanks XDA!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] njfoses:
They actually processed it correctly. For this device you do not have to buy a gc to pre-order. Your fine.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] bigmase23:
Samething happened to me today!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Mech8:
i went to best buy and they told me they were not accepting anymore preorders
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] stewie63:
Awesome, thanks!

One other question; when I asked about the $50 off w/ 2 year contract they said just ask when I pick it up and I should get it. Is this also correct? They again were confused about this, so thought I would verify with someone who obviously knows what's going on! :)
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] quint9:
The moron at the BB I preordered at took a $50 deposit from me. I'm not too bent out of shape about it though because I will take advantage for the $50 phone freedom, the $50 2 yr signing bonus, and the $50 OG EVO trade in. With my $50 preorder giftcard I won't have to pay anything but the tax.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] shadowhawk2020:
Actually you should get $100 for your OG Evo. So you bought an extra $50 for nothing...

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Mobile-...er/pcmcat271700050019.c?id=pcmcat271700050019
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Mikee4fun:
No in transit phones to Naperville, IL but there is 11 on order.... I wonder how many people who do pre orders actually get a phone and will be jacked..
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Samip430:
hmmm, did they give you an estimated date for arrival?
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Mikee4fun:
Nope, not yet...
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] federer:
could you check the store in Virginia beach V.A. on princess Anne rd? to see how many they are getting? the Guy that sold my pre order said he did a bunch before mine.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] gpz1100:
For the new people in this thread who aren't reading it in its entirety, see post #241 regarding when discounts are applicable.

POST #241

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=26267499&postcount=241
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] jackpearce:
The store in St Louis I'm being mine from told me that they originally had 15-20 pre-orders, but when the phones got held up, 7 or 8 people called and canceled. So, even though I ordered mine this morning, I'm hoping they'll have plenty launch day.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Mikee4fun:
Check ur pm
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] lilbitz_1018:
BB in Chesapeake sq have Ltd pre orders I was 1st there
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] scottspa74:
Wow man. Super cool of you to check that. If you got a minute and feel like it, any chance you'd check in Everett Wa. on everett mall Dr? Much thanks to you.

sent from 2yr old Evo on ICS
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] lazydazed:
yay thanks for the redirect... now im only going to pay 37.90 + tax and then the double bb points will make up for the rest.. tic toc tic.. hurry up best buy GET SOME!!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] phsteve:
So how do they decide how to distribute the phone to people with preorders when they finally start selling the phone? It seems like it would be impossible to do everything in perfect order (i.e. customer 2 has to wait for customer 1 to pick up his phone)... Do they have batches (like customers 1-10 come in on day 1, customers 11-20 come in day 2 etc...)? Seems like it would be frustrating either way.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] richardrk:
Do you think you could check the one in Mesquite, Texas for me to see how many they are getting?
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Mikee4fun:
Yeah I think it is, what happens is they call you with a scheduled time to come in and pick up your phone, what sucks is all the pre ordered phones could be in the store which you pre ordered but you are scheduled to come in the following day. Talk about a bunch of horse.... I just order mine from EVP and no waiting in line, no waiting for an appointment which is pre determined, no BS, and I usually get the device a day before national launch.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] lazydazed:
i hope its first come first serve... not EVERYbody is as on this as we are.. on that note Orange County whos steppin up? i gotta get an idea of who im going to meet in line :cool:
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] gpz1100:
^^I don't think so. Scheduling makes no sense. Everyone has a different work schedule. They probably wait til they have a large enough quantity to fulfill a sufficient preorder, then its first come first serve. If you don't get in on the first batch, then the second one.

Someone that works at BB should be able to clarify how the pickups work???
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] deolarte:
Sorry if already answered.

But I have two evo 3d's . they are in great condition except minor paint fading on corners because of cases minimal. Would I get more than 50, lets say 110 if great or 65 if ok condition

Also would I get an additional 50 for trading in and activating, plus 50 for just getting the evo 4g lte preorder.

No phone freedom, forgot to do it.

Also I bought a 50 gc to preorder on each.

So 200-110 (phone trade in)-50 (preorder)- 50 (For trade in and activation)- 50 (gc bought)0=-60 on each

Or if only 65 because of condition

200-65 (phone trade in)-50 (preorder)- 50 (For trade in and activation)- 50 (gc bought)= -15.

Does it apply to evo 3d?

and Should i just sell on craigslist or take the promotion.

Thanks in advance
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] lazydazed:
go here to find your phones value
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Mikee4fun:
Sprint Buy Back is giving $90 for the EVO 3D

https://secure.sprintbuyback.com/cns/

---------- Post added at 04:16 AM ---------- Previous post was at 04:14 AM ----------

Well they usually give you a couple of pre determined time slots available for you. They will hold onto your phone and you can pick a day further out but who wants to wait right? You want to get your phone ASAP. At least us geeks want it ASAP.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] tourbound129:
Do you mind checking Best Buy store # 1762
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] richardrk:
Thanks so much Mikee. Very helpful
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] jackpearce:
+ 1
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Mikee4fun:
Well I am off to play some CSS Zombie mod because there is no new news. Hopefully tomorrow there will be a good news! I cannot wait to start porting over my Dinik Anastasia theme from my EVO 3D...
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] srtpusher:
best buy's black tie coverage has no deductible for accidental damage and their buy back program works out pretty good.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] AngelofChaos:
Well my apologies for sounding smug. I do not consider myself rich in any way shape or form as I am within the middle class, such as yourself. I work a fulltime job at an office, attend a somewhat pricey university with my own funding, and I just don't see a problem with throwing $50 bucks on a preorder.

I also think its a sad state of affairs that parents are buying their kids smartphones. Its an unnecessary luxury kids do not need. Not to mention it also instigates bad behavior such as sexting.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] kevinsalterego:
Wirefly still has it available for pre-order - $119.99, free shipping and no sales tax.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] LTEvo:
Weird I got dinged for sales tax in michigan. Wonder if they have a warehouse here.:confused:
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] mrshades812:
Well same deal here. It was $50 out of pocket and got a gift card to pay down the phone. $199 - $50 (2nd gift card when u pick up the phone) - $50 og evo trade = $100!

I had pre ordered another one for my daughter on the sprint website for $199... I wonder which one will show up 1st?
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] shellguy:
Mine went like this:

Paper says you are supposed to pay $50.00 for GC that holds your phone, he pulled up their internal software and it says nothing is due @ time of Pre-Order and you get your $50.00 GC on the day you pick up the phone and activate it. So your OTD price should be $149.99 before taxes. I will be adding a Zagg shield to mine as well to protect it. Can't wait for the new cases to come out too.

Will
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] AngelofChaos:
I'm definitely getting a Zagg shield as I had a co-worker recently drop her phone, shattering the screen, after she had the TEP taken off. I've had a few unfortunate drops, but that shield has kept the screen safe. Also going to probably get the new seidio surface case as the black top of the phone is kind of ugly, and a fingerprint magnet.

EDIT: Just got emailed an update from Best Buy regarding the preorder, confirming both the release date as May 18, 2012 and that they are now confirming store inventory. So I would assume Best Buy already has them in the store, but they will not be released till launch.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] durandetto:
Be careful with the Surface, I had one on my OG Evo and it scratched the edges of the phone. I personally like the active.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] jaime2563:
Let me see if I understand this correctly.

I signed up for the wireless freedom ($50 credit), is there separate program for pre-orders which enables you a $50 GC (applied at time of pick up)?

I pre-ordered my phone and had to put $50 deposit (received GC which I will use toward the phone). Will I be eligible for $100 credit for both "wireless freedom" and "preorder credit" at the time of activation on the 5/18? If so that would leave me a balance of $50 out of pocket due.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] lpjzfan2005:
Haha I sexted before it was popular on my moto razr in 8th grade... It's any phone with a camera man lol, can't stop the horny young kids.

Edit: I know I payed for all my upgrades to smartphones when I was young, and for the data plan. Saved all my money to do it, but my family is middle class also. Seriously tho, you can't blame smartphones for sexting, you can blame mms lol
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] unknown_owner:
Does BB charge any activation fee?

Sent from my Transformer Prime TF201
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] typhoonikan:
My order total came to $213.xx

So, I think I managed to no get an activation fee...
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] btbamzao:
You can keep it with Sprint or go with BB.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] btbamzao:
Yes.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] ls3mach:
It will be billed to your account after you activate the phone. Shows up on the following months bill.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] ticklemepinks:
what most ppl don't realize is they are paying 50 bucks for the 50 buck gc.... not paying 50 bucks and getting a 50 buck gc on top of what they just paid... thats how bby works, i used to work there
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] clownfart:
I didn't pay any money and they told me I'd be getting the $50 giftcard when I get the phone.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] omadhaun:
I just pre-ordered mine from Best Buy and they asked for no money down.

They said it should be available on Friday the 18th, and that the cost is $200, but they will give me a $50 free gift card when I come in to activate the phone, and I can trade in my current HTC Evo 4G (regardless of condition) for another $50 off, bringing the new phone price down to $100.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] shellguy:
The activation charge is Sprints, not BBY, RadioShack, or anyone else.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] ticklemepinks:
so how did you pre-order if you didn't put anything down, what will make them save one for you???
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] scottspa74:
Yeah, they didn't ask me for any money, either. Just got a paper reservation. That said, I'm glad, because when I got home I saw the 120$ wirefly deal and ordered there.

sent from 2yr old Evo on ICS
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] deolarte:
thanks, but will I also be able to get the (50 dollars for activating and trading in ) and the (50 preorder with it)

200-90-(50 BB Trade in Activation) -(50 preorder)- (50 deposit)= -40

Or does the trade in activation fee only apply to evo 4g OG not 3d. Thanks.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] lazydazed:
store #101 if you have the time?? thank you
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] kmagn13:
Sold my 3d on craigslist for $225...
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] deolarte:
Thanks I will sell it then, I posted on market place for 150, i dont want to ask for too much just sell fast.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] scottspa74:
Mikee4fun

Much thanks mate. ;)

sent from 2yr old Evo on ICS
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Caladbolg:
So it's basically confirmed that the 24th we can go pick up our pre-orders? Cause if so, I'm excited as hell.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] phsteve:
It's not confirmed but that seems like the most likely scenario. Shipments to the stores starting tomorrow with the release on Thursday or Friday.

---------- Post added at 02:20 AM ---------- Previous post was at 01:45 AM ----------

Looks like the shipping notifications and tracking numbers are starting to trickle in to the other thread! I imagine Best Buy will be getting theirs very soon. Now we just need an announcement.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Caladbolg:
Awesome. I love my OG EVO to death, but moving to the E4GLTE will be a breath of fresh air. The old guard has served it's time a thousand times over. I feel it needs a viking burial as a true smartphone warrior.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] scottspa74:
A Viking burial lol. That means at sea? I hope not. Thor has respect for OG Evo. Mine will become my 5yr old daughters toy since she dropped her tablet too many times. (She never drops my phone). I'll probably put GB back on it though so YouTube, Netflix, etc , everything works for her.

God it will be a shame to see any less than 4.0.4 grace my evos beautiful body and design. :(

Daughters come first though.

sent from 2yr old Evo on ICS
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] UNSCleric:
Do you have any information on Best Buy store #7? It would be very appreciated.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] TorxT3D:
the evo will be very valuable in the future.

im keeping mine.

its the first smartphone that paved the way for superphones. the first everything.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] scottspa74:
I don't think that will buy it ANYTHING. That said, I'll NEVER get rid of mine. :p

sent from 2yr old Evo on ICS
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] njfoses:
I sent you a pm, when you have a min.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] ttieder:
Can you please check store number 559 Pembroke pines store
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] k425:
Can you check the Brighton Michigan BB quantities for me please. I would really, really appreciate it!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] durandetto:
Same here.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] butterbuns:
Yay michigan!! Glad I went to the madison heights store

On a side note this is the first preorder phone I've done from BB, what time do they usually send emails to let us know we can pick the phone up?
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] deolarte:
no they usually call to set up an appointment, first come first serve.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] thesabri:
Columbus Ohio, Tuttlemall BB thanks
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] AngelofChaos:
hey Mikee, can you check any info on store #157 in Orlando? Would greatly appreciate it man.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] fredox19:
Hey mike can you check store # 341 in Scranton PA. Thanks
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] regulator207:
Thanks for helping
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] deolarte:
Hey mike can you please check BB in REGO PARK NY (Store 483).

Thanks
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] gpz1100:
How about you guys make a new thread for checking BB stores so as not to clutter this one!@?#
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] phsteve:
People should just PM him... Heh he's going to be overwhelmed when he wakes up!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] heizzy:
Hello, can you check BB store # 564, Thanx
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] phsteve:
Guys, please PM mike rather than spamming the board... Although at this point I doubt he's going to be able to do all of these requests.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] newfireorange:
I hope he doesn't check them for you. Insolent pests.

Sent from my wife's purple Optimus.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Kyle_G:
Can we please stop the spamming about stores? It is highly unnecessary.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] jvs60:
Agreed
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] shook187:
What exactly is mike looking for?
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] deolarte:
he is checking bb inventory at stores.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] gpz1100:
Wonder if bestbuy will throw in some sort of freebies because of the delays and their poor miscommunications. While I understand the delays are beyond their control, the email snafu was not.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Kyle_G:
forgive me if this sounds curt, but who exactly is Mike and why are his checks on the inventory more valid than any of the other Best Buy "employees" who have said the stores they work at have them?

I highly, HIGHLY doubt it although I won't lie, I would very much enjoy some compensation for this.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] gpz1100:
I think it's worth a shot to request something.. A screen protector, case, whatever. If the first line employee says no, ask for a mgr.

Also, most/all of us should have no problems getting sprint to waive the activation fee (on upgrades).
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] deolarte:
Well, simply his reputation and the fact that most of his post have turned out to be true when calling and confirming. Also no one ever said he was more reliable.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] tourbound129:
As I'm walking out of the door after picking up my phone from Best Buy I will be calling Sprint requesting a credit for my activation fee. I was going to do that anyway even before the delay since I have been a customer for 17 years.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] deolarte:
What do you think would be the best way to get the activation fee removed if instore preorder.

1.Prior to picking up phone (call sprint)

2. At the time of picking up phone (bb employee)

3. After purchasing (sprint)

4. After being billed (sprint)

Buying two phones, do want a bb employee saying, you dont have to buy them, and just loose argument lol.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] gpz1100:
Arguing with the store employee over the activation fee is pointless. It's not a fee charged by BB, but by sprint. You'll have to request it before/after from sprint directly. BB has nothing to do with it.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] deolarte:
is that a before and after, or either or? Thanks
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] shellguy:
After you have been billed would prob be best.

Will
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Kyle_G:
Yeah, if nothing else I would request a credit on the activation fee, the odds of Best Buy actually giving out any accessories for free I feel are extremely small.

Well in that case......:D
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] AngelofChaos:
I've got a funny feeling third party retailers are going to get delayed another week or two. Would be awesome if we got them this week, but I don't think its gonna happen.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] tourbound129:
Anything is certainly possible considering how tight lipped Sprint has been about this whole thing.

But I think its also perfectly reasonable that at the same time they are shipping out online pre-orders to individual customers they would be shipping to 3rd party retailers as well with the same overnight or 2 day shipping that a lot of people are seeing.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Kyle_G:
I would be extremely displeased if this were the case.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] makavelisk:
Whatever happened with this. I didnt see an update yesterday and I cant access twitter at work. Did ISN post any update?
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] UNSCleric:
How are we this far past the launch date, this far past the customs thing being over, and we still have no information when, or even if, Best Buy is getting the new Evo. This is beyond ridiculous at this point.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] AngelofChaos:
Inside.Sprint.Now ‏@InsideSprintNow

and yep *that* many phones are being shipped, lol.

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[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] omgitzsars:
From ISN's twitter:

Someone also asked this:

To which ISN replied with this:

Hope that helped! Cheers!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] dhoshman:
Basically he has said third parties will be getting devices a lot sooner than most people think. And that they are already shipping but they are waiting to see how quick they can get the devices to retailers b4 announcing the national launch. I really think we will be getting the devices by Saturday at the latest and that today we will know more definitive dates (IMO).
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] rawdikrik:
Anyone call their local bestbuy today yet?
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] deolarte:
Just got off the phone, they said they are still not in, and that no launch date has been given, but they will call as soon as they can to make an appointment. Mike, just emailed me saying there is 4 in order. I was the first to preorder, and i know two best buy employees were after me. Its a huge store, so I hope they do not screw me over.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] butterbuns:
Do you think the 4 they have on order would be the pre ordered phones? as the normal stock would come in a different shipment? To me this would make sense that they made the order for the preorders and then will get whatever else sprint ships them..
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] regulator207:
gah.