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[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] mrrogers1:
Just wanted to check back in and confirm that I did call and update the address for shipping and everything is right on track, price is set at $119.

Now just hoping we do get ours before the 18th but if not, so what, this was a great deal.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] gpz1100:
This doesn't entirely make sense. If you're upgrading, that would mean your existing device stops functioning when they activate the new one. This is obviously not acceptable. I'm quite confident you actually have to call in and activate it once you receive the device. THEN your old device stops functioning. Now if you're buying a new line of service then it may arrive activated (though past purchases from amazon for tmobile did require activation AFTER receipt of device).

ymmv.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] intheb0x:
Wirefly has a ad on its front Page saying free activation wheb adding a line or doing a new activation.

Food for thought to make it a even better deal...
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] cabbieBot:
i did a Web chat with sprint and they told me I can't preorder since my upgrade isn't till June 1st. so am I hosed on this deal?
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] mrrogers1:
Meh.... I'll activate myself and know that its done right AND I won't have to listen to those associates try and sell me the world. :D They are persistent but you just have to keep saying NO!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] fatboypup:
anyone know how fast you the the BoFA cash back? im debating on doing the 119 or the 149 - 50 with boa deal
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] deck82:
I just tried placing an order to upgrade my OG EVO (was declined since I can't upgrade until 10-1-12) and it said my phone would active once FedEx delivers it. So your current phone should not turn off until the new on is actually delivered.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] gpz1100:
Using the sprint online esn changer function?

Apparently things are different with wirefly than amazon. I just called wirefly to ask about the process. The woman I spoke with (in broken english) said that they activate the phone within 24 hours of it being delivered. Still doesn't make a whole lot of sense if you're not home that day or for several days after its delivered. With amazon, there was a number you had to call to transition the new device to your existing account/profile with the carrier.

Anyone who's done an upgrade with wirefly/sprint care to chime in on what actually happens?
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] sinfiery:
$220 (200 + Tax) for SERO customers.

No way around it unless you want to change your plan as far as I know.

They also don't seem to have any sympathy and so waiving the $36 activation fee also seems to be impossible.

Such is life.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] browning:
SERO and third party purchase

I'd like to go through wirefly and get the reduced cost but am afraid of losing my SERO plan since I cannot use that plan when ordering. Does anyone know if it is possible to purchase through wirefly either using the $119 friends and family or the bank of america discount? Much appreciated.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] mrrogers1:
I have never had them activate a device but I suppose it could happen. I got my brother a free Evo 3D and he activated it a week after (all using Sprints online activation process) I received it from Wirefly.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] glittler:
I just got this to work in my zip code. Had to cancel my initial order at 149. Thanks for the great find
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] EmmaHAARP:
I added this post on the New official thread, just bringing it here for more info on this wirefly upgrade.

Okay. I just finished chatting with a Wirefly rep about the 119.99 pre-order upgrade.

Quoting:

"Sahil : You will be charged $119.99 for this order.

Emmanuel Morales: Okay

Sahil : Is there anything else I can assist you with?

Emmanuel Morales: Will Sprint handle activation fees and other fees they tend to charge? sorry for the many questions

Sahil : No it's absolutely fine.

Sahil : Let me check that for you.

Emmanuel Morales: Thank you

Sahil : You're welcome.

Sahil : Sprint will charge Access fee of $ 69.99+activation fee of $36.00.

Emmanuel Morales: Access fee?

Sahil : These amount will be charged along with your first month bill

Sahil : Access fee is the cost for the rate plan that you have selected on this order.

Emmanuel Morales: I dont quite understand that access fee.

Emmanuel Morales: ok

Emmanuel Morales: That fee will still apply if I am currently using that plan and I just want the upgrade?

Sahil : Yes, as this is the monthly rental that you have to pay.

Emmanuel Morales: Okay... Well it's still cheaper than upgrading via Sprint. They were going to charge me $268 (everything included)"

So that means, upgrading via Wirefly will cost 225.98 (if you used the $119.99 link). It is still cheaper than Sprint, but not THAT cheap like I expected =(
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] yokken:
Yesssssss

I wasn't eligible for an upgrade until Oct 1st, but I called them as many others have done to try and buy out the rest of my contract. I just called Account Services (1-888-211-4727), selected something but forgot (4), selected "make changes to account (2)", then "all other (0)". At least that's the order I remember. Just tell them you talked to someone at a corporate store and they told you that you could buy out your contract (over the phone) if you have less than 6 months left.

After 20 minutes on the phone, being on hold for about half that, I succeeded in paying $45 to buy out my contract. I'll be placing a pre-order on Wirefly as soon as I get the notification that my upgrade date has been reset. The operator woman even told me she would call me when it's done! She was super nice. One of my few enjoyable experiences with customer service.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] mrrogers1:
I have NEVER heard of this ****!:eek: I don't think that person is right, at all. If you are upgrading with ZERO changes to your plan, there is nothing more to have charged for besides the $36 activation fee. "Access Fee", "monthly rental" wtf... I'm about to chat with someone at Sprint right now, I think the person you talked to doesn't know what they are talking about.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] gpz1100:
I think the $69 from the chat about is the MRC. That's the problem when you use a foreign call center for domestic customer service.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] timothydonohue:
just did the upgrade. my total cost, through sprint, was 216, tax included.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] mrrogers1:
YUP! You are right, the associate didn't understand what we being asked. I just chatted with a CSR at Sprint and they too think the person was calling the "Access/Rental" fee their monthly service charge. Idiots.... :cool:

I never call them unless I have to... sad deal that could spiral out of control with the bad information.

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Damn.... missed the Wirefly boat? Costs $119 up front, no shipping, no tax and we get $10 Google Wallet credit too.

*You Sprint upgrade folks will get the same GWallet credit from what I heard.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] volk9029:
I am sero customer. Ordered phone on Monday on the phone from Sprint. They waived activation fee.

Sent from my lair.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] ImaWinRAR:
Sorry I wasnt very clear at first, I didnt have much time.

There are two steps to Sprint's activation process, whether its just an upgrade or a new line. Usually in stores, Sprint/Best Buy reps blaze through both of these so you dont have to. Since we're purchasing online and have to wait for shipping, we dont have the same luxury. They replace the ESN of your old one with your new one so its "on the upgraded line". The phone will recognize this and when you start it up you will be prompted by something called "Hands Free Activation" that will complete the activation process and transfer your services, if not an update to "Profile" and "PRL" will prompt it.

Now, what LetsTalk and Wirefly does (but not Amazon for some reason) is that they replace the old ESN so the phone recognizes its going to be activated (it will show on your line at your Sprint.com account page) but your services arent transferred until you "refresh" (this is when you get the phone and you go through the hands free activation on the phone) this way you're old phone holds its service until your new phone arrives so you can "refresh" and transfer your services to your new phone.

That said, I used my brother's upgrade, but he's in California. I was worried his service would be interrupted when Wirefly sends me the phone. Since I'm giving him my OG Evo (i'll be using a Moment for a bit to free up the OG Evo's ESN, yuck), after I get the phone I'll have him put my Evo on his line to free up the LTEvo's ESN so I can put it on my line and voila! we both "refresh" our services and we're golden. Complicated, kinda. For everyone else who might not have a spare, dont worry! Chat representatives can swap phones between two lines directly so you dont have to do anything but ask them to

I probably didnt explain it the easiest way, so read it a couple times if its confusing then ask questions :p
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] id_twin:
This is because the 69.99 is your first month's rent on your new contract, your month to month fees are separate from the actual phone costs.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] yokken:
Tell ya what, if I get charged an extra $70 after getting my phone from Wirefly, heads will roll.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] id_twin:
You have one of two options to upgrade early:

1. You pay the buy out cost of $45 and can upgrade within 24 hours.

- To do this you'll need to get to the retention team via your phone and just let them know that you would like to buy out the rest of your contract and upgrade.

2. Wait until May 18th and call customer service who will willingly bump your upgrade by two weeks so that you can get it then.

- All customer service employees have the ability to bump the contract by two weeks, so you will not need to speak to anyone special, just the first person who answers when you call in.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] ImaWinRAR:
this.

I worried and complained about it to some Escalation Reps back when I got my E4GT. Sprint likes to make you pay one month in advance on your contract so they'll just plop it on your next cycle's bill after you upgrade but after that it will be back to normal. Sprint would do the same if you upgraded through them
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] yokken:
I'm confused... am I going to be charged for 2 months on my next bill? What does this mean? Or am I legitimately paying an extra $70 out of my pocket for no reason?
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] squigey:
There's a Wirefly phone number that they have on the included papers that they say to call in to activate your phone. If I remember right, they put a big red sticker on the actual box itself that says don't power the phone on until you call.

My wife just upgraded to a Galaxy Nexus and all I did was call the number, give them my order number and they activated it on their end. Took a few minutes then they said we were good to go. I powered up the phone and everything was working.

I did power off the old phone beforehand though, since everytime I had done ESN swaps in the past via Sprint chat/phone they mentioned to do that.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] tmuka:
I called them to ask about swapping upgrade phones and they said the same thing, but that I could swap after 6 months... sounds safer to buy in store for me...
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] mrrogers1:
Just activate online at sprint.com, no need to call anyone, especially Wirefly. I did this just last month with an Evo 3D.

That's a load of crap. They can and will swap it immediately. You need to deal with Sprint, not Wirefly after the sale is done.

Wirefly has great deal on product but their people seem to not always be very knowledgeable about what actually happens with Sprint and always want you to buy something else, add some konf if protection, and blah blah blah. Juat buy the phone ans activate online if uou are upgrading and staying on that line if service OR call Sprint to activate and do the ESN swap immediately. Once you have the phone, Wirefly is out of the picture.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] ticklemepinks:
warning!!!! If you get from wirefly you can't switch for 6 months or you will be charged the full price of the phone.... when you get from wire fly or rs you enter a contract with sprint and with them. If you switch within 6 months they can charge you a fee, the policy is in the fine print. and it's the reason they can undercut the price so much at launch, so be weary... I used another line upgrade too, and thats the only reason i didn't use wirefly, cuz i def woulda loved that 50 bucks off
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] SecretAgentHam:
just want to confirm what you guys see on the wirefly website? my order currently says "Approved, Awaiting Inventory"

everyone elses says the same thing?
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] audiovicious:
Is this true? I wanted to go with this deal, but I was concerned about that. I thought I had read somewhere that I would still have some kind of dealings with them throughout the extent of the contract. Do they ONLY sell the phone, and I'm done with them?

I've always just purchased phones in store, and someone had me convinced that Sprint would be the provider, but I would still somehow be tied to Wirefly, and warned very strongly against it.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] ticklemepinks:
please read my post above, breaking contract or switching to different lines will result in you owing them a fee, read the post above!!!!!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] ImaWinRAR:
im with mrrogers1 on this. i ordered my E4GT from LetsTalk and they have the same 181 day (6 month) policy but i cancelled the line and i didnt get billed anything from LetsTalk, albeit it was the 5th month in
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] w3r3wolv3s:
Why is it asking me to change plans?

We have the "Everything Data Share Family Plan" on our OG EVOs. When we go to check out, one of the options is to add text messaging (we already have unlimited). Why would I need to add text messaging? Can I just choose "none"? There isn't a global "no changes to plan" option...
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] ImaWinRAR:
i'm pretty certain that if youre just upgrading, you wont be charged for 2 months because you are already paying 1 month in advance since the very first time you started with Sprint. the double charge will be for ppl starting a new line of service. but this would happen with EITHER Wirefly or Sprint, so dont let it stop you from taking the deal. and NO its not for no reason.

---------- Post added at 09:37 PM ---------- Previous post was at 09:36 PM ----------

yep. by hitting "none", it will show up at the end to stick with your current plan

---------- Post added at 09:45 PM ---------- Previous post was at 09:37 PM ----------

yup. i had to confirm some information before i got approved but thats my status now too. i got an email saying they'll send another email when its ready to ship.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] ticklemepinks:
it was def cuz it was 6 months in, they say in the fine print that you a subject to charge, but hey be my guest, maybe you'll get lucky :-) I just know ppl who've gotten hit, but I hope they wont! good luck boo!!!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] audiovicious:
Calm down, calm down. It wasn't there when I started mine. (!!!!!!)

To be clear, as long as no changes are made to the plan within the 6 months, and I don't plan on making any, I'm free and clear of Wirefly at no cost? Who does the phone go to in the event of repairs? With insurance, who replaces it?
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] ticklemepinks:
you can still get TEP and thats good, i didn't know if you were planning on using an upgrade on another line on ur account and switching them, that could cause the fee too, but if thats where ur stayin great! 119 it is!!!!!!!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] ImaWinRAR:
insurance depends on where youre getting your insurance. if ur going through Sprint, take it to Sprint/Asurion like normal. if you did Wirefly's insurance, it mentioned you make a claim through their website www.mobiledeviceprotection.com

I counted the days from the exact date of activation 181 days and I was 10 before. maybe they didnt care and were being generous. maybe it was because i used BillMeLater. apparently, ymmv
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] audiovicious:
Plan has two lines, and I plan on upgrading both lines to an EVO LTE, and making no changes. If there are no issues with this plan, its looking nice. Rings up at 150$ to me.

However, the insurance plan being through them sucks. Any idea what its like if I need to make a claim? It like pulling teeth?
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] w3r3wolv3s:
Done

Well, went ahead and took the plunge. Fingers crossed.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] ticklemepinks:
to get that pricing use this link and then change ur zip code http://www.wirefly.com/eCommerce/SpecialOffer.aspx?cid=26987_1271264788704ea4ad9cbf7eab22c3e1
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] jayman907:
Got mine ordered. Waiting on it to ship.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] mrrogers1:
Anyone seen the "fee" or actually had this charge happen? I have never heard or seen this happen but if it's real, then I'll find out the fee. Seems odd and like a load but if someone actually knows then prove me wrong, please. No old wives tales, I want a, "YEAH MAN, I GOT SCREWED" type of story.

Tickleme, I'm not calling you a lier, I just want first hand account.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] ticklemepinks:
Well while I look for some in print, here's one about radio shack and their deals, that are much like wirefly http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6dH4-mXeG54 let me state i'm not bashing wirefly or anything just letting you know there is a possibility they will charge you

Edit;

I found a few one, it says it right in the terms of service under "Instant Saving Discounts" http://www.wirefly.com/about/purchaseterms/

then here are the stories: http://androidforums.com/eris-all-things-root/211205-truth-about-wirefly.html http://androidforums.com/1253561-post17.html

http://www.droidforums.net/forum/droid-general-discussions/60224-wirefly-orders.html#post640487
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] guih:
Hey guys I have a question, I ordered mine when it was at 150 at initial preorders launch. Wirefly charged me 150 and stated that Sprint will charge the additional fees. When I go to sprint to activate it they won't charge me the activation fee twice right?

Root: Android unlimited
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Jabawockee:
I just bought up from my contract to upgrade early $115. I started service with Sprint when the evo 3d came out last year june. I called 1 888 273 9460 and asked to buy out and the person I spoke to said he will call me the next day to confirm my reset date. I can sell Sprint my evo 3d for $90 which leaves me -$25 then I'll pick up the phone from Sprint for $199 + tax. Can anyone tell me what other type of fees will I be assaulted with?

Excited to get the phone though LOL!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] ticklemepinks:
u could prolly sell it for $150 jsyk
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] mrrogers1:
Thank you very much for getting that. So I did some more digging and it looks like you MUST have Wirefly do the ESN swap so that their "Agent ID" stays with the device/activation. I have an email out to the wecare@wirefly.com email address and will call in the morning if I don't hear back. Worst case, I cancel the order and just re-order (to do a ESN swap) with Sprint OR if Wirefly price will still be low, I can use the upgrade that I'll actually have on my line on the 18th (2wk before the actual upgrade date) with them.

What a clusterf#$% but a hundred bucks is a hundred bucks! :D
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] ticklemepinks:
yeah I wasn't trying to sound *****y I just wanted everyone to know of the risk cuz I have a few ppl that got stuck paying 500+ for a phone because they didn't keep it on their line, and sprint knew nothing of this so they couldn't warn ppl
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Jabawockee:
I just noticed ^^^^^^ that was your 420th post.

But anyways $150...Really, like on ebay or craigslist?
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] ticklemepinks:
honestly this is the first fone i've seen sale for more on CL than EB... but yeah 420 booooo I gotta get my job back and they likey the drug testy! lolz
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] scottspa74:
Post edited cuz I don't even recall posting it originally lol.

Yeah, when the girl on the phone was reading terms and conditions to me, that on stood out (as did another I can't recall at the moment) and I asked her about it, because I ordered an Evo LTE AND a Gnex. Gnex for my mom for mothers day, but I kinda had figured that if the dev went south for Ltevo, I would just swap my # to Gnex. When I asked the rep on the about about that, what she said still didn't come thru very clear. So thanks for clarifying.

And I apologize for previous comment to anyone who may have taken offense.

sent from 2yr old Evo on ICS
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] ticklemepinks:
as u can read above... alot of ppl didn't know
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] slayer69:
You could just post the terms....this is true!!!

"You agree to repay $200 of this discount ($400 for smartphones, tablets, and netbooks) and authorize us to charge your credit card in repayment of this amount if, you signed up for a 2 year agreement and during the 181 days after your new equipment is activated, your carrier notifies us that the services you purchased have been suspended, disconnected, or deactivated, or if you return your purchase outside of the return and exchange provisions of our 14-day Satisfaction Guarantee.

Please note some of the reasons your carrier may notify us of a deactivation include if:

You transfer this equipment to another line of service after it is activated

You change your rate plan to a lower monthly service rate than was specifically required at the point of purchase

You deactivate texting/data features that were specifically required at the point of purchase

The new line of service activated with your order is used to replace a pre-existing account"

Link https://www.wirefly.com/autocontent.aspx?pageid=4288&referringdomain=wiredneirf&oflag=specialoffer&zipcode=92129&refcode1=&refcode2=&eid=&agent=&cid=26987_a0b1898c41664ea7b90afd1dcc5e3bd5&originpage=/viewcart.aspx&partdesc=Wirefly%20Friends%20and%20Family%20Store&viewmode=1

I am glad I saw this....I was about to pull the trigger....but I want to use my current numbers from my evo 3d and am just adding the lines then swapping out the equipment....so this deal would suck.
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] ticklemepinks:
i did post terms, horror stories, and threads lol
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Zodiac13:
well just placed my order yesterday yay. i also got a free bluetooth headset with coupon code WIREFLYBLUE83 so fyi for everyone else out there. also i noticed today they are doing free activation for sprint phones. they said i didnt qualify so not sure if its cause i bought yesterday or because the phone doesnt qualify. meh oh well best deal around still
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] Imprezed:
Thanks Senor poo! I just bought out my contract for 115 and bought this phone at 119 which is super cool! As far as the wirefly terms go, if you think you will have this phone for 6 months without any changes it is a smoking deal. I know stuff comes up from time to time but I think i can manage to not change a single thing on my plan for 6 months. Now I just need a time machine to warp me to next saturday or something!
[Sprint HTC EVO 4G LTE] waterbound:
No free activation from Wirefly for EVO LTE Preorder

There is NO free activation for any pre-order phones on Wirefly. The website says free activation until 5/10 and that is for cells in stock which ours certainly isn't.