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[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] paul89:
Tomorrow at 530 I will be home to see my precious for the first time lol.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] noc007:
Finally UPS dropped it off. I was surprised to find that it came with an ISIS SIM; don't think I have any compatible cards at the moment. Took a while to get a screen protector, but apparently this room is really dusty. Tip of my S-Pen has the rubber coming off; good thing it comes with extra tips. This $2 China bumper (got on Ebay and it's all over Alibaba and AliExpress) doesn't seem that secure and definitely doesn't go back far enough to protect the camera bezzel; at least the camera is recessed a little.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Medic97:
Ups held mine up in FL for 72hrs after an intercept was requested and changed my delivery date 3 times. I'm really pissed but tomorrow should be it.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] rickm8384:
Got mine! Gotta say it's pretty cool! Not sure I'm loving the White. Need to see if it grows on me. Also, the spen is very very tight in the socket. I'm not sure if that's good or bad...
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] noc007:
Hey it looks like the NFC will support Myfare Classic 1K. I've got a bus card and it was able to detect it unlike my S4. It wasn't able to read anything beyond that it was a Classic 1K.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] stepinmyworld:
just arrived!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] EGwally91:
I just went to my local T-Mobile store and picked up a white Galaxy Note 3 after calling T-Mo after work and confirming my preorder was NOT charged and on its way and completely canceled. So far, I'm loving the phone, can't wait to root it and customize it to my liking :)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] rickm8384:
I think I'm staying unrooted until Tweaked for note 3 comes out.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] HighCaliber:
Ok guys/gals check this out.....

As stated yesterday afternoon, I received mine locally due to their intergalactic "backorder". TMOB cancelled my original EIP ($199 down) and I walked out with just paying the tax money on a $0 down EIP.

Well low and behold two hours ago I received a text containing a tracking number that my GN3 shipped. Because I was at work I said I would call them on my way home. Totally forgot to until I just got home now and the GN3 is on my front step. Full view of passing motorists/pedestrians by the way.

I can not believe this crap, now what to do?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] rickm8384:
Return one before you get charged for both dude! Not worth the risk!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] parmijo11:
Don't open the one that was sent, take it to ups and tell them to return to sender. I work at tmo, it's what we advise even they've already gone out. Just make sure to get a receipt from ups when they take it back.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] mmengis6:
S-pen gets stuck in its socket. Kinda sucks...I guess it takes time to loosen up.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] noc007:
The tip on mine had the rubber coming off and all messed up. I ended up having to remove it and use one of the replacements. Glad to see that they at least included them. Though, I hope I don't go through five more through my ownership of it.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] mmengis6:
I didn't know it came with replacement. I'll check the box.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] noc007:
IIRC there's about six replacement tips in a mini ziplock bag that's in another small bag with what kinda looks like a mini staple remover wont remove staples well. It gets the tips out, but be careful. I had to use enough force that the old tip has flown somewhere and the remover got locked closed by too much force. I got it opened back up though.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] mmengis6:
Thanks bud
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] noc007:
Did everyone get an ISIS SIM? I ask since it looks like my box was opened before it was shipped. One of the stickers looks like it was removed and the plastic protector on the back of the phone and camera were definitely not attached. Everything seems to be fine though. I haven't activated the ISIS SIM since I don't have either compatible cards yet and only Toys R Us has a compatible terminal that I am aware of.

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NP
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] rickm8384:
I had something similar on mine. Looked like all the lens tape were all in the wrong places. Like the lens tape on the buttons were just above each button.... Weird.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] fredrick1213:
I hated working with T-Mobile CSRs on this pre order. I ended up just going to the store and now I couldn't be happier
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] stang9779:
I should have my pre order today. It's on the truck fur delivery.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] paul89:
+1
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] AssassinsLament:
Those of you who got the isis sim card, I would suggest using it instead of the normal sim cards. I talked to a csr and they basically said that the isis sim cards will support the isis app, they said the isis app will be released towards the end of October. So if you plan on using isis, use the isis sim. Have them switch your current sim to the isis sim.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] rickm8384:
FYI, you can change your own sim online via my.tmobile.Com. That's how I did it. Worked like a charm.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] lse4:
I just received my phone.. But I'm wondering so there is no tmobile branding? On the back cover I have China mobile :confused:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] stang9779:
What is the isis app?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] AssassinsLament:
It is an app similar to Google Wallet.

https://www.paywithisis.com/
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] lse4:
Anyone know if this is normal back cover? Lol :confused:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] stang9779:
I wonder if they are affiliated with tmobile. Does the phone work properly? Lte and all that stuff?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] deeznutz1977:
Yup I just got one also
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] staryoshi:
I think that I'm going to have to wait until they're actually in stock because the Note 3 does not show up in the T-Mobile Advantage website yet :( That or try to place an order over the phone.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] thinkjoey:
This is why I decided no on the preorder because the phone rep told me they are in backorder
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] stang9779:
I ordered mine yesterday and was having issues ordering it too. I managed to get it ordered at 12 am eastern time. It also said estimated delivery 9-26-13. Then I got a email and text in the middle of the night saying it's on backorder.

My question is how many people are on backorder? I wonder if everyone is on backorder since they can't ship the orders yet.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] deeznutz1977:
That's what I believe too
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] s_snk3:
i hope thats the case, i also got the backorder email.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] stang9779:
My 2nd part of the question would be. If your on backorder when did you order? I'm wanting to see if people that ordered at the beginning are on backorder to.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Dan37tz:
Anybody get charged yet for their pre-orders?

When I preordered the LG G2 I was charged the full down price + tax $150.xx right away.

Now when I preordered the Note 3, it shows a weird charge for $23 in my checking account.

Strange huh?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] stang9779:
I don't even show a pending on my credit card.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] CinoEvil:
I should clarify that my original shipping date was "today"... so the backorder doesn't surprise me.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] stang9779:
At what time did you order?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] CinoEvil:
Received my confirmation at 5:45 pm
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] boshindo:
I called a couple Tmo stores today and found one uptown Manhattan that said it's coming in on the 21st and I can come down and pick it up! I'm a bit skeptical since it seems so off the mark from their general marketing for this phone. Maybe they're clueless, maybe they're lying dunno. But I'm gonna try to get it lol.

Any NYCers can check out Tmo at 3410 Broadway 212-281-8017
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] vicegrips:
I ordered mine at around 8AM MST yesterday and got the confirmation email at 8:19 MST, which was an hour from when I received the email saying it was available for pre-order. The rep had some problems because order system crashed on him too, so I have to assume my order went in closer to 8:15ish. Like others have mentioned, upgrade wasn't an option so I just ordered this as a new line and will call and cancel the SIM the day I get it.

I did not receive an email today saying my order was backorder, but if I logon to MyTmobile the recent activity on the right shows that the order was placed with a status of Backorder. If I go into order status website of the actual order it say nothing. This seems par the course for MyTmobile though as it seems like their code pulls variables from some random data generator at times. :)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] hagalah:
Don't worry guys. I pre-ordered from t-mobile at PST 9/18 12:10am. (when I pre-ordered my GN3, the t-mobile website even didn't get the product picture for GN3).

I use line upgrade to pre-order my GN3 and the estimated delivery date is 9/26/2013. I checked order status, and delivery date is still 9/26/2013.

I also recevied two emails from T-mobile. First was told "Your order has been processed", second one is "Your item is backordered". All received after 2-3 hours when my order placed which is 3:10am on 9/18 morning.

So I am sure all preorders will get the "backordered" status. Yeah, that's confusing, but the preorder system of Tmobile is suck...Let's wait and see how things go.

ps. For those got errors when preordering at Tmobile website, just "Clear your cart" will solve the problem.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] cheapshot789:
Same exact thing here...
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] mattlgroff:
Gave up and pre-ordered from NegriElectronics. Cheaper price than full retail on t-mobile.com, the website actually works and its Sim unlocked if I need to swap Sims.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] sic_lic1o1:
Looks like they only have the Black ones in stock. And its alot cheaper than at&t and verizon too.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] boshindo:
Yeah I was gonna go with negri. But seeing as they only have the black one I think I'll wait to see if any show up in store. The guy said he expected white ones to come in saturday.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] testrider:
I'm with T-mobile prepaid with a GS2 so I think I'm long overdue for an upgrade :). I just looked at Negri's site.

- since buying an unlocked phone from Negri has no wararranty, I wonder if we can buy a phone **without** unlock from Negri so we can get the full warranty from Samsung? (beside, unlocking it will probably be easy anyway from sources on the web)

- will T-mobile store help me to move the regular SIM of my GS2 to a microSIM of the N3?

- Last, I'm debating if I should get a new N2 (about $400 on craiglist) or a N3 ($700 + 10% CA tax will be close to $800)? Is the N3 $400 better than the N2? :)

Thanks.

mike
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] AssassinsLament:
LOL, what the heck?

Did you try the phone out? Does T-Mobile work on it? Either way, I'd call or take it into a T-Mobile Corp store and show them and see what they say. Box and all.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Jnox87:
Did that come with your T-Mobile phone? It should have "Samsung Note 3" written at the bottom and T-Mobile logo under the camera.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] rickm8384:
More likely the battery door got mixed in to tmos stock.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] lse4:
Lol I thought I was bugging when I seen it lol ..but yeah its working on Tmobile network ...I have the jump program also would that effect my trade in if I decided to upgrade later?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] stang9779:
Not sure. I would let them know.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] noc007:
You should have them swap it out sooner than later. Less headache when you exercise JUMP. I'd expect the guy looking over the phone would laugh at the story, but you never know what if they put in some strict policies later down the road.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] lse4:
Yeah definitely going to do that ..Smh it would be my luck that this would happen to lol
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] paul89:
Lol wtf, I would be furious!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Q N1NJA:
I would try and register it @ samsung.com just to make sure you have a USA warranty. Samsung USA will not deal with gray market phones.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] staryoshi:
Mine finally came in today. She's everything I hoped for and more :)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] stang9779:
I received mines along with the isis sim.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Jnox87:
Has anyone had problems sending or receiving picture text messages? I can't receive them or send them...
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] smaisonville:
I have problems sending and mostly receiving picture text messages using Handcent. I sent them an email. I think is how they set the APN.

Picture text messages work fine on stock message app.

Are you using stock message app? Check your APN settings for T-Mobile.

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[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] zmore:
Corporate clients & 64GB version

Could anyone with a corporate T-Mobile account confirm (or deny) that the 64GB version is available to pre-order online this week for CORPORATE customers only? Guy I contacted said as much, and that it wouldn't be available via regular channels (non-corp stores or online) for a while. TIA.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] siraltus:
Nope, you got the wrong cover or the wrong phone. Check the sticker under the battery and on the box. If the model number isn't SM-900T, return it ASAP.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Jnox87:
No I am using go sms. I can receive regular messages but no picture messages. Can you tell me how to change my APN settings and how they should look?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] d3athb4dishonor:
I was all excited about getting the device tomorrow only to wake up to an email about backordered Lol. Hopefully its fast I used the web only deal so I can't cancel and pick it up in store.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] smaisonville:
There is a lot of chatter about 3rd party app that are not working correctly when sending picture MMS. I have not seen a solution yet. It may be because our phones are so new and the third party apps have not caught up. I have emailed Handcent, my favourite text app and have not heard back yet.

So I don't know if this will solve your problem. It may be a learning experience.

There is an app on Play Store called Tweakker. I will help build your APN by Carrier. At the end you will see the APN it set up and your default. You can compare the two. Select the one you want to use. I stayed with default after trying other options. Again I think this is a third party problem.

Here are some screen shots of Tweakker

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[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Jnox87:
Thanks for the help but right now I am having one more issue with my phone. When I try updating my apps I am getting an error "Update for " lookout security & antivirus" could not be downloaded due to an error. 500" and when I try to download tweakker I am getting this error " Tweakker APN INTERNET MMS" could not be downloaded due to an error. 500".

Do you know know what might be going on or does anybody else?:confused:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] smaisonville:
The Play Store error is affecting many others. Try it later on.

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[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] kissmegoodbye:
Has anyone got down payment refund and eip remove from rejecting the preorder shipment? I rejected preorder and ups showed that it was returned/received by T-Mobile on 11oct, but when i called csr today they had no idea, sais they have to submit an equipment investigation.

Sent from my Galaxy Note 3
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Q N1NJA:
Got a confirmation text a few days after ups said it was received.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] mattlgroff:
You still have Samsung warranty, Negri doesn't do it unless you buy NegriCare insurance.

A RAZR i and Galaxy Note 10.1 I bought from them had Motorola and Samsung warranties, anyway.

You can even buy a SIM cutter from Negri, or get one of Amazon. Then you don't have to worry about swapping. However, I don't see why a store wouldn't be able to help you.

No sales tax for Negri in California since its a Nevada business. But that $400 difference is up to you. Could probably sell the S2 for $200 :P
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] lm that guy:
- The device will come unlocked when Negri receive them, from my understanding

- Well you can use a unlocked device on any GSM network rather than just one carrier.

- I heard you can use scissors and cut the regular sim into a micro one yourself

- If your going to buy a Note 2, I recommend you buy from a respectable marketplace like Swappa. I see a listing there for $370.. As far as the Note 3 being better than the Note 2? That's debatable, spec wise yes, but real world, who knows because no one has the device yet.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] stang9779:
Thx for your info. I hate to say it however it makes me feel better to see others getting backorders.

I'm hoping we all get ours before October. Think positive!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] testrider:
Thanks for the reply. However, I think their unlocked phones void all warranty. This is what they said on their web site:

"Unlocking carrier-branded devices voids any warranty that previously existed. For this reason, there is no warranty associated with these devices. We know of rare instances where these items have still found success filing a warranty claim with the carrier. But, this would be uncommon and does not involve Negri Electronics, although we are happy to help you if this applies to your device. Contact Us to learn more.

1.2.2	Because there is no warranty on these devices, an extended service program offered by the NegriCare Protection Plan is especially valuable and applicable."

-mike

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Thanks for the reply. I did not know about Swappa. Will check it out.

I also saw my local craiglist (Los Angeles) has brand new N2 from $400-$450.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] wiimonkey9:
I now completely give up on the pre-order. New benchmarks arriving in are making me reconsider the exynos version. I guess I'll wait for gsmarena to do a full review of both versions and then pick one up before the originally planned date of October 2nd if they are released early as rumored.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] cwalker0906:
Wow you would give up LTE for a benchmark score...really
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] V@no:
I would if it means better battery life.

H+ is about 1-2Mb/sec it's plenty for anything I'd ever need on phone.

Unfortunately there are other loses besides LTE in exynos version, isn't there?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] lm that guy:
yeah, 4k video i think.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] dawheat:
Take it for what you will - but Negri's customer service told me unlocked phones do get the manufacturer warranty, just not the carrier warranty. Since most people take their phones to their carrier's stores if there is an issue, this is why they highlight it. You still get the 1 year Samsung warranty and Negri will handle it. So if you phone is DOA, you return to Negri for a replacement, not Samsung.

Anyone have any confirmation?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Maverick777:
The S800 version will have more developer support as well. Due to wider availability. That's a big one for me.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] thinkjoey:
Just go through SquareTrade off Amazon and you can get 2 years full warranty for accidental damage and all that -does not cover lost or stolen

Will be 100 bucks for 2 years. 100 dollar deductible.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] wiimonkey9:
The Exynos phones have received plenty of developer support such as the Note 2, so I think I'm ok with that. For me it is pretty much LTE vs Benchmarks and Wolfson DAC(I don't care about 4k video), and battery life will be what breaks the tie.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Aria807:
There are bugs in CM that affect call volume (a primary function of having a phone) which I think occurs on Note 2 due to being exynos, and not S3 or S4 being on snapdragon.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] cwalker0906:
Its well documented how devs feel about exynos and their lack of support....I'm cool give me s800
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Superdad_98:
I have been with T-mobile for almost 7 years now, and every phone I received from them on contract they provided me with the SIM unlock code for the model I have , Starting with Nokia way back and up to my Note 2.

It is just a matter of a phone call to customer care
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Aria807:
I don't see why phones need to be locked down in the 1st place. If a device gets stolen, it can be reported (IMEI) to a repository to get blacklisted.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] hagalah:
S800 is way better. I used Sony xperia zu last week, it was just lightening fast and smooth.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] stang9779:
I stream alot of videos and music. I would agree it's not worth giving up LTE. Let alone there will be more custom roms for the S800.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] hagalah:
Got a text message from tmobile today:

Free T-Mobile Msg: Thanks for your device upgrade! Find more details on your device at my.T-Mobile.com. If order not authorized, call 611 from a T-Mobile phone.

Don't know what it means.... means my GN3 upgrade order is ready? My delivery date is still 9/26.

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Agreed. I used Sony ZU 3G before, the S800 is amazing, and the HSDPA+ speed is still painful for me to strem the video and downloads on the road.

Compared to S4, the internet browsing is still much better when in LTE networks.

Just for your refernece.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] cheapshot789:
I got this too, its just a reminder of order place nothing else, I got this when I order G2 and nothing happen, we need to wait for shipping email/text that is the good one..
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] CinoEvil:
(sigh) I received one also, quit teasing & send the tracking number already! :laugh:
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] cheapshot789:
Can we get an update on the people with a shipping estimate of today 9/21 have you guys gotten anything???:confused::
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] hagalah:
My guess is either 9.24 or 9.26 for all preorders. 9.21 is impossible or many will receive their tracking number and post out already.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] stang9779:
Is everyone's status still on backorder?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] hagalah:
My order status is as below today:

Estimated delivery date:*09/26/2013

Status:**Order Placed*

Shipping carrier: *UPS Expedited Next Day

You can check yours.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] stang9779:
Estimated delivery date:*09/26/2013Status:**Order Placed*Shipping carrier: *UPS Ground*Hide tracking information Your order is currently Order Placed. You will receive an email when your order has been shipped.Current order history:+**BackOrdered***09/19/2013*+**Order date:***09/18/2013*

This backorder status sucks. At first I thought everyone had backorder status. I sure hope I'm not really on backorder.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] wiimonkey9:
Just went through this. There is some important information at the end for those who preordered but are on backorder.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] staryoshi:
I finally pulled the trigger and ordered a white one now that the T-Mobile Advantage website works with Note 3 pre-orders. $199 up front, $84/mo (until phone is paid off, then $63/mo) + taxes/fees, $50 account credit, no activation fee, no sales tax for unlimited everything is too good to pass up. I can't wait to consolidate my phone (GSII E4GT) and tablet (Nexus 7) into one device.