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[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Wond3r:
This isnt specifically to you, but to someone that said they are "done with contracts" and are against them now.

If you've been with Rogers for a few years, then why would you be so against the contracts?

Its only to your benefit, you will get a CHEAPER phone, and because you have been with them for a few years, you will get a BETTER plan than most people and also lock that plan in for AT LEAST the term of your contract.

Ive been with telus for many years, usually going on month to month, but have been getting the best deals due to my loyalty. I am going to be signing a 3 year contract for the s3 though because it will lock my amazing plan in (which is not offered anymore as of recently) plus I get the phone for cheaper.

Being with the provider for this long, realistically its not like we would switch because we would surely lose out.

None of the new plans offered for new customers come close to plans you get for being an existing long term customer.

There is no reason to being so against the contract.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] tietherope:
I have yet to see this as well.

I also think Bell at least will get the hardware button as they always have.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Wond3r:
The Telus site shows the s3 with the button on their press release, so I assume the Bell s3 will be the same
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Wirelessgirl:
Bell and Samsung seem to have a really good relationship with each other, so it's possible. Personally I rather they get the four capacitive keys because I want to be different from others. :p
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] hbk19:
The only bad thing about contracts are unexpected situations where you find yourself unable to pay your bills. For example, if you find yourself suddenly out of a job, then a 3 year contract doesn't seem like a good idea anymore.

Otherwise, I agree with you. I'm a long time Rogers customer with several services with them, so I have an amazing plan. 6GB of LTE-ready data is ready for me to use, so all I'm waiting for is an upgrade to my Cappy.

The real killer are early hardware upgrade fees. I've had 6GB of LTE for about a year now, but haven't been able to get the GS2 or the Galaxy Nexus because upgrading early would cost an arm and a leg.

My next upgrade isn't until November anyway, so I'm trying to negotiate with Rogers to waive that. Hardware upgrades should be optionally annual, given how quickly newer, better phones come out.

Still, I'll be fighting damn hard to get my GS3 as soon as it comes out.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Wirelessgirl:
If you are unable to pay your bills for whatever reason, you can suspend your account for up to 6 months, if I'm not mistaken.

I agree with you on the upgrade program. Back in the good ol' days, we were able to upgrade every 6 months. People took advantage of it and Rogers changed it to every year. I guess Rogers didn't like that either and changed it to every 2 years for smartphones, now it's every 30 months. It's ridiculous that they make you lock in on a 36 month contract and you can't upgrade your phone for 30 months without a penalty. I am with you in the fact that smartphones are being pushed out all the time. Rogers should change it back to every year. Or at least allow their long time customers to upgrade every year with no penalty. Let's face it, smartphones don't last as long as the "dumbphones". I still have some 2G phones lying around from 6 years ago that still work! I bet 6 years from now my S2 won't work. Technology has changed dramatically and the Big 3 should change with the times.

Also they should scrap the 3 year contract because it's suppose to be 2 years. Bell was the one who changed it to 3 years and Rogers and Telus followed suit. The CRTC did nothing about it. :mad:
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Wond3r:
Agreed, but thats the same if you are using a credit card to buy something or going on a payment plan for anything too.

I guarantee the people who are very against contracts have no issues using credit cards for purchases, big or small.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Deliximus:
if you're with rogers, you cannot suspend your wireless account. just your cable services. BUT you can cancel your line (including phone#) by telling them either the user is dead or you moved to an area outside coverage in canada and they will waive the ECF. There are plenty of those.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] hansonator:
Not so the case with bell. I have been with them for over 7 years and I don't get anything for my loyalty. I was looking at plans for new customers the other day and for what I have now, excluding the 6 GB data add on, they have a plan almost $20 cheaper than mine. I can't have it though because I'm an existing customer. Though, even if I don't renew my contact when it's up, I can still keep the plan I have and I will until telus has something to offer me.

Btw, Bell is getting the lte version as well so don't expect much development love on here. ;)
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] PeterGuru:
FINALLY!

FINALLY!

My pre-order now says IN PROGRESS.

I'm sure it will ship today for arrival at the store tomorrow.

Phew!

Peter
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] hbk19:
Mine as well :D. Here's hoping it'll be there tomorrow morning.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] johentie:
@10am when the Rogers store opens.. or i will be asking them for two they have and they can keep my pre orders to sell ..

"Shipping process has begun. Additional changes cannot be made. An email with shipping details has been/will be sent to you."

does that mean i can't cancel it ? and will i be charged $40 for not picking up my pre order if i decide to get them from the store cause they don't have mine yet?

I was #13 and i am "in progress" ... my wife was #157... she is now #28 and still OPEN
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] nrgyzr:
Yeah, I have a feeling stores will have normal stock before most preorders at this rate.

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I found this on the FAQ in the reservation section...

"If you have received notification that your device has already shipped or is getting ready to ship, call the store to where you device is being shipped and let them know that you do not need it anymore. Your reservation fee will be reversed automatically."
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] johentie:
thanks ; > i hope that means when i am standing in front of them too ; >
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] colemac:
Anyone do the preorders with Telus? I did mine last week and they said I am the third or fourth on list for that store??

thanks,
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] iVisi0n:
I pre-ordered through Rogers corp. acct and the rep told me I may have to wait a few days for the white 32. There could still be a chance it comes tomorrow. The blue 16 will be in stock tomorrow, no word on white 16 or blue 32.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Avro_Bombz:
Just got my notification that my 16gb blue has been shipped! :) I was 320 on the wait list. Looking forward to tomorrow
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] blue265:
Yay mine is in progress too. But this will mean that I will have the International and the LTE model on hand, lol. Based on what some of you had to say about LTE, I think I am going to try it and give it a shot and then sell the i9300. Problem is, I live in Oakville so don't know if the one to no bars of LTE is going to cause major drain or not. If it stays on H+ while in Oakville area, it should be fine but if its constantly searching for LTE, I have no idea if that will cause havoc or not.

Does anyone know the policies on Rogers returns? I read on their site that they will accept returns before 15 days is up but with less than 30 mins voice time. That seems like a crazy policy to me if true. In any case, I am sure the dual core LTE won't dissapoint - but if drain is an issue because of LTE issues in my area, I will definitely consider returning

Here's to everyone receiving their new toys tomorrow!
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] johentie:
WTF....

i'm happy for you that u got it shipped so nothing against u!

but my wife was #157 and now #28 and still OPEN! how did u get it before her?!

i was #13 and mine has been shipped...

what and how does Rogers process these orders?!?!
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] hbk19:
Mine as well, though I was number 3. I live in the GTA, specifically Brampton, so hopefully it'll arrive by tonight and be ready tomorrow morning.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Halmo:
Telus Pre-Order

I pre-ordered with Telus online they don't really give any indication on your order until they email you with shipping info apparently. Has anyone gotten an email from Telus or pre-ordered from them before to know whether they usually get the phone to you on release day or if they ship it on release day?
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] cytherean:
That seems to the standard policy 14 or 15 days with less than 30 minutes talk time. As for Rogers LTE coverage, check out their coverage map and keep in mind that even the 4G coverage areas are pretty spotty in some areas so expect the same for LTE.

Hope this helps!

http://www.rogers.com/web/Rogers.po...true&setLanguage=en&template=wireless_network
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Rikter911:
Got confirmation from Rogers that my s3 has shipped. I have tracking info but it isin't available yet which is fine.

Did anyone else get this in their email:

"Shipments typically take up to four days. These are your tracking details so you can confirm when the delivery will arrive at the store: "

That is a little worrisome. If it doesn't arrive tomorrow I'll just purchase one at the store (if available) and cancel the pre-order.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] johentie:
that's standard jargon..

it usually arrives next day.. probably not by the morning..
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Woolios:
I haven't got my shipping info either from Telus. Totally bummed, as it seems that only Rogers has started shipping out phones. Anyone else on the other carriers receive any information?
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] xhead:
I agree 100%, got the notification as well saying my Pebble Blue 16GB has shipped. Hopefully it's their tomorrow or else Il do the same and cancel the pre-order. I don't have the patience to wait ;)
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] typemodulo:
me neither.

I didnt get any shipment email from telus yet.

i've called them twice today but they were both not helpful at all saying they have no information about it at all.

starting to think if pre-ordering through telus was a bad idea.

I was assuming that the phone would get shipped out today so that it would arrive here by tomorrow on the actual release date. Which I was actually promised while pre-ordering the phone
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] blue265:
I was number 39 for white 16GB from Rogers and got my tracking number. Also not available in UPS site yet. I work downtown and having it shipped to a downtown store so have some hope it could end up there tomorrow. We shall see! Now I have to see about selling my international 9300 as I certainly don't need both. Or see how the LTE performs and keep the international. LOL
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] iTchill:
Today im 110 and still open ...last night i was 352 ...look like the first 250 or so got lucky..dont tell me they ship 300 phone at a time ..for the entire country..
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] x-cimo:
Seems like Telus have very limited supplies.. I called all Telus store in the ottawa region and not all have stocks, some have 2 phones, other have 10. But apparently they are ALL 16GB blue version, so NO white at all and NO 32Gb.

Wind is claiming to have limited supplies to so they only see for new activation, and be there early..
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Rikter911:
Updated my tracking info finally. Should be delivered tomorrow by noon. I was #130ish for rogers for 16gig pebble blue.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] hbk19:
According to UPS, my S3 is scheduled to be delivered tomorrow by end of day. Seeing as I work tomorrow evening, I'll have to pick it up on Thursday.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] typemodulo:
anyone got an update email from telus?
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] nrgyzr:
Im pretty happy that Rogers shipped with 1 day shipping. When I saw it shipped today, I was hoping to get my phone friday. If all goes perfectly I could get it release day.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Woolios:
What worse just went to costco in edmonton, talked to the representative and he shows me 5 Galaxy S3 boxes just waiting there. He tells me that if I switch from telus to bell he'll not only hold the phones for me tommorow but costco subsidize $75 for the new phone. Dam Telus I wonder if telus has buyers remorse policy. Because they dropped the ball big time.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] xchaotiKittenx:
I'm planning on just getting up early and booking it to my closest best buy >_< not the smartest move i know ! I'm wondering how bad the line ups will be for people who didn't preorder and are just going to try to get there and be first :/
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Woolios:
Place I was at only had 5 of them. GL
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] GEnx320:
I'm on the same boat as you. Do you think it would be better to go to Best Buy instead of a carrier store, like Rogers?
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] typemodulo:
no one got any updates about telus? :mad:
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] xchaotiKittenx:
no updates on telus sorry :(

I think it would be better to go to a carrier store, i feel like because theres usually more carrier stores then big box retailers that you may have a better chance there...the only reason i'm going to a best buy is to do the pep otherwise i'd probably be hitting up a rogers store :)

Woolios .. which store was that?! :) Just in case it's close to me haha !
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] nrgyzr:
I called my local rogers store today and they said they wouldnt be getting any till next week probably. Maybe the west is getting its stock later?
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] FlashMorgan:
Talked to Telus

TelusSupport responded to me on Twitter and said they should be emailing shipping information tomorrow. B.S. in my books that they waited until the day it was released to ship it. And SHOULD be? They better be!

Since I am a new user I can't post a link but here are the parts if you want to see the tweet. : twitter dot com slash TELUSsupport slash status slash 217829444826574848
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] typemodulo:
Thanks for the update.

they really should have sent out more emails regarding our order

if not, have a webpage like rogers where we can check the status.

anyways hopefully i will get the email tomorrow.

but i heard there is a shortage for 32gb white

which,is what i ordered

damn
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] xhead:
TODAY is the day.

Couldn't be any more excited
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Halmo:
Ya, but a few days difference doesn't make too much of a difference to me Telus offered by far the best plan. I'de rather get my phone later than have some crappy plan for 3 years.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] NightSkylar:
Does anyone know the model # (ex: 9300) of the Bell Galaxy S3? I heard it would be the same as AT&T, but some official information would be appreciated, to help look for ROM's and such.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Funk2641:
I747.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Woolios:
Bell & Telus plans are different by $2 dollars but still 75 dollars cheaper for the phone. And you get 10 hours of TV through bell. My real point is i pre ordered this phone over a month ago. why, when i can go to the store today and pick it up. Kick in the nuts. That's what put ordering is all about securing your phone so you get it before the common Joe at a walk in Store front. That's disgraceful and many people will agree.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] FlashMorgan:
Just got my Telus shipping info

Telus just emailed me my purolator tracking number. And it looks like it is already in Calgary. Hopefully I will actually get it today.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Halmo:
I just got my email as well and it is out for delivery :) looks like I will be getting it today after all!

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Well with Telus on the $65 promo plan they had you actually got call display, voicemail, my 10 and unlimited family over and above what you got with the Bell plan (200 mins, 1GB Data, Unlimited Text) which is a lot of value.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] typemodulo:
got my telus email as well.

it was shipped out yesterday apparently.

nice! looks like i will be getting mine today

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Got my shipment from telus!

that was fast lol

i'm happy.

hope you guys get it soon
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Wond3r:
I should have ordered through them lol. Best buy isn't even open yet.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Unseenfury:
Anyone ordered from videotron ????

I received no confirmation email or notification
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] johentie:
walked into a best buy mobile in the mall and picked up a white 16gb..

the other one i'm getting is in transit to the store i pre orderd for ; >

the best buy had only 1 white 16gb...and i got it.. i visited the Rogers store, telephonebooth, wireless wave and they either only have the BLUE or don't have any STOCK..

this is pretty bad!!

but i got mine ; >

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FYI.. no Rogers Branding on it ; >
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Halmo:
They didn't have time to brand them :)
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] can6rxw:
Just got mine today from Futureshop...was the first one!:-)
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] GEnx320:
Got mine from Rogers. The first one only had one, a Blue 16GB, I was second in line. The second one only had one white, the one I got. They didn't have many left, but there were quite a few people who wanted the phone. Good to see so many people interested in the phone!
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] dennka:
Does anybody able to root the phone? Rogers one?
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] PeterGuru:
Got mine from local Rogers Plus store ...

Although I was #2 for the Blue 16GB, I just went to my local Rogers store and picked up the Blue 32GB. Coincidentally, while I was there, UPS arrived with their shipment.

I told them to cancel my pre-order AFTER I had the 32GB in my hand.

They also had four 16GB units in blue available for sale, but I got the last 32GB unit.

Peter

P.S. The location in Mississauga is at 4141 Dixie Road, at the north-east corner of Dixie and Burnhamthorpe.

And, yes, there is no Rogers branding.:victory:
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] balto:
I would imagine this would work : http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1726960 since rogers is the same as the at&t model.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Machtkampf:
Just ordered a 16GB white through Rogers business sales. Originally they told me it was $49 on 3 year :eek: But then she came back and said $159. I think she might have been looking at the S II or something.

Anyway, told 2-10 days to receive it as they are out of stock. Can't decide if I'm going to wait it out or go store hopping to try and find one.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Woolios:
Yes it will work as they are the same model
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Woolios:
Where are you located?
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] x-cimo:
Best buy mobile in carlingwood mall in ottawa have 16gb in stock both blue and white for bell and telus, and don't charge activation fee.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] PeterGuru:
ROOTED!

Wow, the rooting process was simple. Did mine in less than 5 minutes.

Peter

P.S. Good luck to everyone else.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Teknohtc:
got mine 2day at future shop toronto downtown i was the first one lol
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] x-cimo:
Can you link the process you used? Thanks
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] LNJ:
Are most of you guys paying for an early upgrade or buying it outright?
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] colemac:
I just picked mine up at Telus in Calgary!
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] PeterGuru:
Here's the link ...

No problem. Here's the link to root your device (Rogers & AT&T):

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1726960

Good luck!

Peter
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] johentie:
do you have the link to download the new samsung drivers?
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] colemac:
What is this samsung account all about it is asking me for? to set up exchange. is it active sync or just regular email account?

also when my friend calls me his first initital and last initial is in lower case on the display but i have it programmed first B##$ Harding not like b#$%R harding.

thanks,
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] dennka:
Phone rooted :) now to find good ROM
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Avro_Bombz:
I will be buying mine outright. Has anyone got a price for this yet?

Called my pick up location they said they likely wont see the phone till after 3pm :( so ill have to wait till tomorrow....gonna be a long day!
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] colemac:
I think it was 779.99 to buy outright from Telus 16GB Pearl Blue.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] LNJ:
Rogers site says $649.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] typemodulo:
i'm in toronto.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] joefloater:
I figured it would be the same for me so I said screw that and picked up two 16gb blue ones at the nearest Rogers store at 9:30 this morning. Now I just have to call and cancel the preorder or simply not pick them up.

What a beast this phone is, no disappointment here!!! :D:D
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] colemac:
Where should I post these questions I have?

Thanks,
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] PeterGuru:
Here's the link to the Samsung drivers ...

Here's the link to Samsung drivers:

http://www.samsung.com/us/support/owners/product/SGH-I747MBBATT

Scroll down just underneath the device image and click on Manuals & Downloads. Then click on Software, and finally click on the Download button.

Peter

P.S. This is from the U.S. site.

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At Rogers this morning, the 16GB units are $649.99, while the 32GB units are $699.99

Peter
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Rikter911:
Tracking showed me device delivered. Waited 2 hours and went to pick it up. Was told it was not yet in the system and they would call me later today or tomorrow when it was ready. Walked into the local best buy... walked out 10 minutes later with my new SIII working perfectly. Went for the early upgrade option because they apparently aren't allowed to sell the phone, they just want activations or upgrades and because it came out to be $300 cheaper, I don't mind signing for 3 years since I have a very old grandfathered plan that can't be beat.

Rogers store called me a few minutes ago... told them I was already talking to them on a new SIII.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] cytherean:
Tried the PEP today at BestBuy and it was a no go. The guy said no PEP or out-right sales until they get the word from head office. He's thinking about 2 weeks or so. I guess i'm going to have to wait. :(
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] RacerX1911:
Well i gotta admit I got my galaxy s3 today fron Bell and so far iv VERRY impressed. I kinda miss the easy of killing apps like my nexus but ill survive.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] x-cimo:
Anyone tried the root procedure on Telus GSIII ?
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] hbk19:
Just got mine. The sales rep first said it was an iPhone, but then saw the S3 box with my name on it.

I have to mail in a $50 rebate, plus talk to Rogers to have them credit an early upgrade fee back to me. So expensive!

Worth it though.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] LNJ:
How much did it end up being after early upgrade fee, device and admin fee?
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] PeterGuru:
Telus should be the same as Rogers ...

I rooted my Rogers unit a few hours ago (see my posts over the last couple of pages for links). I believe the Rogers, Bell, and Telus units are all the same, model SGH-I747M.

Peter