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[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] tietherope:
Yeah, that doesn't work. The blue in the promo shots are much different than real life. I just need to see the colour. I have two white ones on hand for the look and feel.

My blue one will ship to me Monday or Tuesday, so I'm hoping to see one in person before then in case I need to switch.

Edit: I thought you meant a cut out picture like some stores have, not a dummy unit. I saw the blue and white dummy units now and they are accurate. It was spot on like the white one i have, minus no screen of course. I feel comfortable making my choice based on those units.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] xchaotiKittenx:
Wicked I'm glad to hear about the pep exchanges ! My lumia has the purple screen issue which is kinda annoying but main issue is the headphone jack doesn't work properly anymore :( used it a ton at NASCAR last weekend now it plays bass loud and treble quiet :( glad to know I won't have any issues exchanging tho !
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Wond3r:
How much is the pep at best buy
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] cytherean:
I'm paying the top one at 14.95/mth and it let's me exchange for ANY unit. There are cheaper plans but I'm not sure what they cover.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Wond3r:
Holy sh*t . Paying $14 a month on something that may never be used.

These stores know how to make profit.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] egyptshun:
WOOP WOOP

WOOP JUST PRE-ORDERED MINE!!

Just hope the NA version works with the custom roms for the intl' version
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] tietherope:
It won't, but people will port the best mods.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] cytherean:
If it would never be used then I would not have bought it. I plan on using it 2-3 times; it might make me a bad person but....I plan on getting my money's worth and then some!

I'm sure "something" will happen to my phone :)
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Wond3r:
Oh so you can get a newer phone than the s3 down the road you mean?
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] cytherean:
I'll start with the S3 and see how it works out, but that is the is the plan. If it works, then the S4 and S5 etc! :)
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Wond3r:
Thats pretty clever.

So how would you get the replacement though?

"malfunction" with your phone?
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Kenze:
It's actually 15$, the .95-99 is a marketing tactic to make you believe it's a dollar less.

Also, that's a ridiculous amount of money just to be able to exchange your phone.

It should be reduced to 5-7$ at most per month for full coverage.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Wond3r:
I know that, I was just saying though... but if you really want to be a stickler about it ... If he is in Ontario it would actually be $16.89 because I am sure they tax the price.

And technically, depending on how he plays it, its not TOO bad.

Lets say 2 months down the road a better device comes out and he wants that device. He would have only paid over $30 for the PEP and with that he can get that new phone without paying any more money.

Otherwise he would have to sell the s3 and get less value than what he paid and then pay for the new phone which will be priced at a premium as well.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] cytherean:
Let's just say that if it was possible and you PEP 3 times over a 36 month term; but you PEP your last one approx a month or so before you are able to get a hardware upgrade from you provider. You then have 2 brand new phones and you sell one. The one you sell more or less covers the cost of the PEP over the 3 year term and you keep getting new phones. I am not suggesting it, but in theory it works.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] noahattic:
i think PEP is not really a bad plan. It all depends on how you play it. I am not the type of guy who changes phones a lot... I like to stick a handy phone I like and use it for a good 2 years and put it on craigslist for $300. So this plan isn't really for me. For those who likes to try out new gadget frequently, this plan is pretty good.

Anyways, I am going to take the topic off the PEP a bit. My question now is where the HXLL can we buy this phone without contract???? I went to futureshop, best buy today. They told me that they wouldn't sell it outright for at least 2 months....... And I'm pretty sure Rogers will do the same thing..... What're our options????

I see AT&T has the retail price for $549... that's pretty dope.... Can we just walk in and grab one without any monthly plan??? Seriously,,, buying a phone in north america is becoming ridiculous..... Too much control from the carriers...

In Asia or Europe, I can just walk into a cellphone store and take it with no hassle...!!!

Cannot wait for this baby!!!
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] ysr84:
Galaxy SIII i747

Hi Guys,

I have gotten my Galaxy S3 I believe its from Bell as i bought it from a Guy...I am not sure which method to use for rooting any suggestions... and by the way its a great device.....

I cant get any help so please let me know if its safe to use the AT&T method to root....

http://www.flickr.com/photos/81121912@N07/7434152170/in/photostream
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] cytherean:
go into system settings, then about phone. There you should see what model number it is, then let us know. i don't think it is from bell or at&t as they are not supposed to be released yet.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Wond3r:
Its not from Bell
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] ysr84:
I have uploaded the pic.... with the setting about screen

http://www.flickr.com/photos/81121912@N07/7434152170/in/photostream

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Once I am able to root the phone hopefully with the i747 At&t method I am willing to provide the system dump or whatever is required for the great devs to work on it.....

I got the phone unlocked but what do you guys suspect will the BELL TELUS ROGERS SIII 's would they be LOCKED?

Any help is appreciated.....
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Wond3r:
Its an AT&T phone I believe

http://www.google.ca/search?sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8&q=i747m
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] noahattic:
How much did you pay for it??

Not sure about At&T, but Canadian carriers do lock the phone up no matter you pay for the full retail price ...
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] hansonator:
Does anyone know if you buy a micro sim from Bell, can you activate it for free online if you already have an account? I was just going to cut my regular sim card but 5 bucks is nothing if I don't have to pay for activation.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] xhead:
Has anyone pre-ordered the Galaxy S3 from the Rogers Website ?
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] nrgyzr:
I reserved a pebble blue 16gb, #20 in line.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] cytherean:
I swapped my wife's blackberry for an iphone and just went into the bell store (a bell corporate store) and they gave me a new microsim no charge, however if I wanted them to transfer all the contacts that would have been $15.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] xhead:
Woah lucky you ! Im 385 or something. Does this mean I won't be getting it release day :( ?
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] micxploed:
Blame Canada! Blame Canada! Their not even a real country anyway. (South Park)
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Kenze:
Don't get me started on jokes about how smart Americans are.

P.S. "Their" doesn't mean they are.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] nrgyzr:
Hopefully we all get it release day! Mine has yet to ship. Im hoping they start shipping tomorrow.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] hansonator:
Awesome, I don't have contacts on my sim anyway.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] hbk19:
I'm position 3 for the 16gb blue :D. They're probably not going to start shipping until the 27th though :(.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] xhead:
I really hope they do, if it doesn't ship till the day of or after I might as well wake uo early and try to get it at the store.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] cytherean:
Samsung Galaxy S III (SGH-i747 and SGH-T999) get rooted prior to release

I'm sure most of you have read this/knew this already.

http://mobilesyrup.com/2012/06/24/samsung-galaxy-s-iii-gets-rooted-prior-to-release/
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] PeterGuru:
Actually, you should get it on the 27th, or ...

I'm #2 on Rogers list, and I expect to get it on the 27th.

I've pre-ordered with Rogers several times before, and they usually ship the day before release, so, in this case, the 26th. They also usually ship by UPS, which generally means that the store where you'll pick it up gets it the next day. It all depends on where you live. Their main warehouse is in the GTA, so if you live in the GTA, UPS generally delivers the day after shipment.

Peter

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Sorry to say, but this is old news. If you follow xda enough, you would have known that our units were already rooted a few days ago.

Peter
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] cytherean:
Hi Peter, no sorry required as I am fully aware. This is why I phrased it as "I'm sure most of you have read this/knew this already.". It was posted for the benefit of others that read this thread and are not aware.:laugh:
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] PeterGuru:
You're right ...

You're right. My apologies.

Now all I need to do is wait a couple more days. Ah, the pain is unbearable. :)

Peter
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] cytherean:
Thx. I agree with you're opinion on the shipping date. As most of first batches of the phones have already be received by Bell/Rogers/Bestbuy's warehouses they will most likely ship them out so that those of you on the waiting list should get them either on/or within a day of the 27th.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] can6rxw:
I'm number one at FutureShop in my town for a pebble blue. Not sure if I like the white one or not. We'll see.

...I SO hope I get it on the 27th!!....
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] joefloater:
Is it possible that if they screw us on the preorder Wednesday that we can walk into a store, buy the S3 and just cancel the preorder?
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] PeterGuru:
You are never locked in ...

No problem! You are never locked into a commitment when you pre-order a device. Yes, they do charge you $40 to pre-order; however, if you cancel, they credit it back.

So, if you wish, you could simply go into a Rogers store and buy the item on Wednesday, if units are available (I think they should be, although, in limited quantities), and then never pick up your pre-order. The credit may take a full billing cycle, but you'll get it. Similarly, if you do take the pre-ordered device, you still get the $40 back. I have never quite understood why they charge the $40 because, either way, you always get it back.

Peter
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] johentie:
sweet thanks for this info.. that was my question...

I am #13 and my wife is #157 on rogers... and i want to walk in on June 27th at 10am when the mall opens across the street from my house and pick either MY RESERVED phones .. or 2 other ones they have..

either way i want to walk out with my 2 SG3 devices ; >

It's funny that rogers has not officially announced the pricing or the date yet...
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] PeterGuru:
Yes, Rogers is uncomfortably silent ...

You're right. Rogers is strangely silent to this point. I would expect pricing to be in line with what Bell plans to charge. We'll see.

Then again, if Rogers doesn't have the device on Wednesday, for whatever reason, then I'll simply get one from Bell and have it unlocked. It will cost me an additional $20, but that's okay.

Peter
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Andrew_han:
If i buy a s3 from virgin mobile what will the model number be? will it support all the custom roms in this section of xda? or will it need a different section due to the dual core instead of quad core?
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] PeterGuru:
Be careful ...

Xda now has two forums for the S3, one for the GSM version (model I9300) and one for "our" version (model I747). By the way, "our" version is the same as the one for AT&T. Make sure you go to the right forum.

DO NOT install or flash anything from the GSM forum unless they very specifically say it's okay to do so.

Peter

Addendum: Sorry, I may have made a mistake. When I said "our" version, I meant the ones from Rogers, Bell, and Telus. I'm not sure about Virgin. You'll need to check.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] johentie:
they better have it !! or else.... well i can't do much haaha..

i have to get it from then to get my Early upgrade fee waived..

rogers thinks it's cool to wait till the last second to announce stuff.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] dbzgod:
It's just marketing ploys on why they are waiting for the last day to confirm full prices, details and any other promotions they might offer. The big 3 all want the new activations business and if they give out details too early then the others can compensate by offering a better deal. So we're pretty much just gonna half to wait till launch day to see what extra goodies they might offer.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] xhead:
Yeah see i am in the same boat here. I pre-ordered the Pebble blue S3 16GB (Position 358 ..)but if they don't have it available to pickup on Wednesday then I am going to line up and attempt to get it that day. Im in the Hamilton area.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] johentie:
yah i know.. hopefully solid comes out tomorrow
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] cytherean:
Have you guys seen this at NCIX?

I know you guys are talking Rogers but.....$0.00CAD.

http://www.ncix.ca/products/index.php?sku=72316&manufacture=Bell Mobility&promoid=1289
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] nrgyzr:
Some people on the rogers forums are saying their phones have changed to 'processing'. Mine is still 'open' however.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] blue265:
I made quite the hasty decision last week and purchased the i9300. Loving it so far and the screen looks very nice despite the pentile display. I can't even tell honestly. I still have a pre-order for the LTE version but may end up cancelling since I am still not sure about locking in for 3 years.

PeterHTC, I know you mentioned that LTE is blazing fast but do you foresee serious battery drain if I were to say, browse on the train the whole way home or stream music compared to what I do on the HSPA+ device I have now? I am craving to try LTE but really don't want to strain the battery. Also, I only have a 3Gb data plan and think I'd blow over it every month with LTE :( Even with the i9300 phone in hand I almost still want to try the i747 for the data speeds! So much to think about lol
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] PeterGuru:
I'll try to give you the best answer possible ...

First, I need to tell you that battery life has never been an issue for me because I'm almost always near a place where I can keep the device plugged in. That being said, LTE will certainly drain your battery quicker; however, I don't think it's quite as bad as some people would have you believe.

When you say "browse on the train the whole way home," can you elaborate? How much time is this? If it's less then 2-3 hours, then you should NOT have a problem.

Second, if you already have a 3GB data plan, you'd be surprised at how much that really is. I have a 10GB plan, but I have never been over 1.5GB in any one month. It's simply great to know that I have lots left ... just in case. However, 3GB is really quite massive.

Having LTE is no different from simply having H+, that is, when you are simply talking about daily data usage. Having LTE will only allow you to use your data faster. It won't make you use more data unless, of course, you make an effort to use more data than usual. If you don't plan to suddenly start using lots more data, then LTE will only make things faster.

I hope this helps.

Peter

P.S. People often ask me if LTE is really worth it. Well, if you've never had it, and you get it, you'll never look back. Here's an example:

In my business I often have to upload very large files, anywhere from 500MB to 2GB in size. Yes, THAT large. Previously, on either H+ or even a high speed Wifi connection (remember, upload speeds are generally about 1Mbps), uploading such large files would take many, many hours. With LTE, I can upload these files anywhere from 2.5 to 14 minutes. Yes, it's THAT fast. My download speeds are consistently 20-40Mbps, but that isn't the most amazing part. My upload speeds are consistently 20-30Mbps, which is utterly astounding.

As I said, once you've had LTE, you'll never go back.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] xhead:
Yeah same here, mine still says OPEN :(

wonder what the lines are going to be like ?
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] PeterGuru:
It's true ...

Yes, I noticed that, too. Some are saying IN PROGRESS, while mine (#2 for 16GB blue) is still OPEN. Very strange.

Peter

By the way, if anyone wants to read what I believe is a fantastic review of the SIII, albeit the international one, here's the link. It pretty much completely agrees with how I feel about the device.

http://www.androidnz.net/2012/06/samsung-galaxy-s-iii-real-user-review.html
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] nrgyzr:
Seems like the only processed ones so far are 32gb blues. I would pay extra and get the 32gb to get my phone early if I had the chance.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] PeterGuru:
Option ...

I'm going to call a number of nearby Rogers stores Wednesday morning to find out if they have any units, and if a 32GB is available, I'll buy it and simply cancel my pre-order. Either way, I'm going to do my best to have an S3 on Wednesday ... even if I have to fly to China to get a knock-off. ;)

Peter
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Mr. Droid:
Peter I don't think your a heavy user.

When I had my S2 LTE I used 7 gb easily in a month. That's not even tethering.

I use about 4.5 -5.7gb a month now a days.

LTE drained my battery cause of my heavy usage also with LTE the reception is always at 1 -2 bars.

Phone calls were always delayed or would go straight to voicemail. Same for text messages.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] xhead:
Holy geeze .. 7GB Of Data . I barely go through 500MB. Don't you use WIFI ? aha
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] PeterGuru:
Actually, I am a heavy user ...

Actually, I am a heavy user. As I said in an earlier post, I'm almost always close to a place where I can plug in my phone, which is either at home or at work. Therefore, much of my data is over Wifi.

I would agree concerning LTE signal strength, although, I feel rather lucky because I usually get 3 bars, and sometimes 4.

Peter
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] tietherope:
Google music while driving can use a lot of data.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Mr. Droid:
No need to.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Mr. Droid:
love it lol
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Mr. Droid:
Ooh ok wifi is a different case lol.

Ya your lucky about the reception. Mississauga is not that great with lte I guess.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] noahattic:
Any info on how much Rogers will charge for retail price????? I cannot believe there's no any further info in Canada......

Rogers always plays this kind of game, which waits for the "competitors" release their pricing and match it.

On Amazon Wireless, it's only $549 and no tax for the AT&T version...... Stuck in between getting a Rogers version on Wednesday or wait a couple days to get the AT&T one.......

Deadly need one before the long weekend coming!!!!
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] ysr84:
I agree I am happy i got mine.. i paid 650 for it but i have it..no contracts nothing... i dont want to wait in any lines... Not to sound snobbish... I say good luck to everyone for wednesday.... I am sure you guys would love ur s3
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Mr. Droid:
Nice purchase price lol
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] ysr84:
I would like to root my device should i use the At&t method? I believe tht would be the same for all north american devices like BELL, ROGERS, TELUS....

Any help is appreciated
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Mr. Droid:
Yes
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] PeterGuru:
I AM in Mississauga ...

I AM in Mississauga. Yes, I'm near the border with Etobicoke, but still in Mississauga, and the LTE signal here is very good.

Peter

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Yes, the AT&T device is the same as the Rogers, Bell and Telus units.

Peter
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] ysr84:
Good to know I am in Mississauga too.... Near Heartland... 401/Mavis....
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Teknohtc:
how do you find out what number you are @ future shop? I pre ordered the sgs3 and i don't see a special number. Thanks.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Mr. Droid:
That price is nice but in Toronto it will be $800 because of the stupid HST
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] brar.arsh:
I think it would be better to wait for Wind's official release then..

One more question, As GNex is listed for $199 with their 2 plans, what would price would you expect for S3?
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Pr.Sinister:
Same here! I ordered on the day it was announced! I loathe locked phones and contracts...

I can't wait for my contract to be over so i can exclaim "Free at last, free at last! Thank god almighty, i am free at last!"

3 year contracts are insane!
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Wond3r:
how long have you been a rogers wireless customer?
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] GS3Central:
Do you guys think that Best Buy leak is legit? I am pretty sure it is, just waiting on someone from Best Buy US to leak their ad :)
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] tietherope:
Mobile Syrup was requested to take the picture down, so it seems legit to me.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Mr. Droid:
I should be picking one up on Monday for $750 cash Crossing my fingers hopefully he gets his stock :)
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Wirelessgirl:
The Canadian carriers releases new devices first at their flagship stores and then 3rd party stores releases them about a week or so afterwards. I don't think it's legit and that's why Mobilesyrup was asked to remove the ad. it might also have to do with the image. From what I read on gsmarena, AT&T and T-Mobile confirmed their model numbers for the S3 and said most likely the S3 will have the four capacitive keys as oppose to the one hard key and 2 soft keys. I guess we'll have to wait and see.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] hansonator:
Since when? I got my galaxy s on release day from best buy.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Wirelessgirl:
Since a couple of years ago. I'm with Rogers so maybe Bell has a different policy. When the Motorola RAZR launched, it was only available at the Rogers Plus stores for at least the first 2 weeks. They did the same with the Galaxy Nexus, HTC One X etc. As of now, Telus is the only carrier who is advertising the S3 on their site. No word on release date or the ability to preorder the S3.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] dbzgod:
Rogers and Telus go for the custom ones that the US get and then add a letter at the end to brand it theres on the model number. However Bell has often opted for the international version instead but also adds a letter on the end of the model number as there branding. So it will be interesting to see what we end up with. Im all about the international versions, however it came as a disappointment for me when the S3 wasn't going to get double the ram over the S2. CPU upgrade is nice but imo the ram is very important. If the Japanese one that is supposed to get 2GBs of ram is the same as the international but with 2gigs of ram id rather have that one instead.