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[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] KosanRio:
Anyone else know where to get a T-Mobile Note 3 off contract NIB from a reputable seller? That comment from Negri is seriously about to put me over the edge.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Elhity:
I just bought my second one from swappa for 700 but its sealed so no one touch it yet

I got one at home didnt even put sim on it and it has t mobile sim card with it and also spen tips

Seems like iam going to cancel my negri order tomorrow morning
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Kawaisa:
There aren't many options aside from T-Mobile directly if you're looking for a reputable seller. Swappa is about it but even then, that's questionable.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] KosanRio:
I'd hate to have my phone suddenly blacklisted 6 months down the road because the previous owner quit paying their phone bill...
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Q N1NJA:
LOL You got what you paid for. I would be more upset at getting open box phones listed as new.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] KosanRio:
" 2.6.2 Carrier branded devices sold by Negri Electronics are tested before shipping to verify the IMEI's unrestricted status. However, a carrier may choose to restrict an IMEI of any branded device at any time. For that reason, the unrestricted status can only be verified at the time of shipment.

2.6.3 Devices discovered to hold a restricted IMEI upon or after delivery will be subject to the standard Return and Buy Back Policy with the following exceptions: (*This is not an amendment to the standard return policy, but rather an effort made in good faith to help customers that are victim to an unfortunate situation caused by their carrier, to be handled on an individual and case by case basis. Update: 12/2012)"

...You guys should really try and cancel your orders. This company is a ****ing scam.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] vvv3399:
WOW!!!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] zenmasta:
Glad I did not order from these guys.

I was waiting for the Negri backlog to clear up or black friday deals and last night I found one on Craigslist for $525. Still sealed on the box. I went straight to the T-Mobile store to activate a new account (I am switching from Sprint).

T-Mobile network is 20 better than sprint in Orange County. So far all the speeds I get are LTE and 4G. 28mbs in my house!!

I am a happy camper.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] SiliconBug:
Ordered white Note 3 on Oct 7, cancelled on Oct 19.

Just because don't wanna wait anymore. Guess I'll stay with Note 2 for a while.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] vvv3399:
Went googling negri on ripoff report it mention something about them selling used phone as new,but who knows if its true or not.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] drmacrofish:
I know Negri's website initially said that the boxes would be open so they could add the unlock code to the phones. Then they said some would not be open and they would just send out the codes to the buyer by email. This is likely why some have open boxes and some closed.

That being said however, I did cancel my order and bought for less off ebay. Got new and unlocked device. Yes seal was broken, but this was to unlock it supposedly. All looks and works great. Knox status is 0x0. Already rooted it with de la vega. Returned my ATT device which had a crappy battery and was always running warm anyways. Gonna put SquareTrade warranty on it. I am happy. Good luck to you all.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] sk8ordie0:
They are removing the sim cards from the boxes.... That does explain why they are open..... But when a customer receives a rooted phone with Knox tripped that's a serious concern in my book..........if the phone is just looked over and they remove the sim that's fine..... I'm ready to get my phone and update you guys on mine.......

rooted,recovered,and rebooted from the ol' i777.......
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] drmacrofish:
Yeah I agree with you on that one. If a device came with Knox tripped for real, then that is totally shady cause it is definitely used.

By the way, T Mobile note 3 don't come with SIM cards all. T mobile charges 10$ for one.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] diablokicks:
Mine will have everything that it should, or I will be requesting Negri to send what missing. I just hope I get a sealed box

Sent from my mobile device.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] gordonzhao:
Possibly through certain channels but all the retail stores that carry them come with a sim.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] nunyabiziz:
As for the missing sim card, I think if your box has a sim card serial number on the sticker also like mine did then it was supposed to have one included. I'm not losing any sleep over the missing sim card but it would have be nice to have the replacement spen tips. I do understand the issue that most members on here wanting the greatest and latest before or at least on time:mad: Agreed!!!:mad: I tried to refrain from posting anything negative toward Negri or others because in my eyes it didn't help the situation. I did hoped the Negri or his company would have upgraded for free to 2 days shipping or refunded(those who payed already). I happy with my purchase and will be getting square trade warranty.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] vvv3399:
Negri have to make the money back somehow.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] googlephone:
Do you mean negri also took out the replacement spen tips?

That would be pissing me off.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] nunyabiziz:
I not saying they took my spen tips. I don't they are that kind of a company. Might have fell out during packaging or when the sim was taken out.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] les_garten:
So there are a few disconcerting issues here that corroborate at some level the Ripoff report of Negri selling used as new.

1) Blacklisted IMEI -- This seems to be confirmed

2) Knox tripped and presumably rooted -- This I find very bizarre.

If these 2 items are true, I'm afraid that would make me cross them off my list forever.

Anybody worried that their IMEI is good today and Blacklisted tomorrow?

Seems that he has seen this before from his fine print copy. I'm not even sure how to read that stuff, but it sounds like if your IMEI is blacklisted, it's gonna cost YOU money.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] parusia:
Well if for some reason you want to use Isis you know the security element is on the new SIM card. Then if the SIM CARD is not coming in the box then you have to go to tmobile and buy a new one unless you find somebody nice enough to give you one for free.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Limeybastard:
So Negri are taking a lesson in what ATT have been doing, with the latter removing the headphones LOL and the former taking away the S Pen tips. Call it government tax.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] NYCguy2020:
Oh boy, the Negri drama continues. Can you get me some more popcorn.. extra butter,please!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] KosanRio:
Can you like call T-Mobile and ask them if an IMEI is associated with an account/bill? I'm going to be really upset if Negri sends me a used phone that's still technically on someones account and could go bad IMEI at any time.

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Can people who've gotten Note 3's from Negri comment on what they received and if the box was sealed etc.

and of course the condition of the phone.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] hoangtung619:
note3

tired of waiting for Negri, just got note3 for 600 on craiglist & its already unlocked.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] vvv3399:
Should i cancel. Any advice
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] xilosen:
Cancel and buy one from swappa for $680.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] vvv3399:
Is swappa good. What happen if the imei go bad after i brought the phone? I can walk in to tmobile and buy one for 708 plus tax. 100 dollar saving from negri is the only reason i havent cancel it.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Elhity:
Just canceled my order with Negri ( oct 3, black, $669.50) second order to cancel in one week since I ordered sim card kit and didnt ship same day I canceled it next morning.

As a business owner I hate to do that, but Iam sure I would never treat a customer like that.

I gave them a lot of excusses but the twitter comment just pissed me off.

I ordered N900T from swappa sealed for $699, but I dont have to worry about missing stuff or used phones.

Good luck everyone.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] krelvinaz:
I thought the point of getting these "Unlocked" phones was so that you could use them somewhere other than T-Mobile. If that is the case, you wouldn't be using the SIM card that came with the phone in the first place.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Deliximus:
When I got mine from Negri last week, it was a fully sealed box and they sent the unlock even before delivery date. I am good with this purchase. But still waiting for the black one.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] vvv3399:
Anyone go their phone which is in original seal from negri?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] googlephone:
Your logic is wrong. Some people want to use it on tmobile currently and be able to use it abroad later.

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Do you have sim card in the box?

If no sim card inside, is there any sim card serial number on the box?

Is the seal original Samsung seal or negri seal?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] hoangtung619:
next week is week 3 of waiting, lets celebrate guys lol
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Limeybastard:
End in tears...
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] gordonzhao:
Mine was shrink wrap sealed.

SIM was removed. Spen tips in the box. T-Mobile 'return' stickers ripped from the opening of the box.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] les_garten:
Sounds like Love at first sight!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] KosanRio:
So they are selling returned phones as new...

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Someone needs to confront them about this and just see how they reply...
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Q N1NJA:
The reason why I asked the clerks to not open the box when I bought both of mine at retail stores. I didn't want to give them an excuse to slip the sims under the counter.

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Some just wanted to save $100 versus retail tmobile store.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] gordonzhao:
You're mistaken les, I was referring to when I received the box, it was shrink wrapped, obviously not by tmobile. The original tmobile stickers were ripped by Negri or supplier. The sim card was removed by Negri or supplier, not pointing fingers here once again. And my spen tips were still inside. Just to clarify.

I don't think they're returned. There wasn't signs of use. Which ever way they're (supplier) getting these phones from tmobile probably involves tampering with package which means it can't be sold at the stores. Just my analysis. But then again the battery package wasn't on the phones which also means that it might have been turned on. Who knows, I don't have much more speculation, just guesses.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] les_garten:
I was being a little sarcastic, should have put an Emoticon on it. I got it though.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] CZroe:
Blacklisted IMEIs have nothing to do with used vs. new. Even if it did, you said "few" so where is number 3? ;)

A new subsidized phone someone bought to flip and then didn't maintain the line would get a blacklisted IMEI even if it was still sealed.

AFAIK, only one customer has reported missing the S-Pen tips. The pre-rooted one reveals the varied nature or their so called "suppliers," so there's reason to believe that each are isolated incidents.

I'm using mine with AT&T until the last of my three lines in no longer under contract then I'm switching to T-Mobile (I want the SIM). I also got it because it was cheaper and the unlock increases the resale value (whether I intend to switch carriers or not).

Where do you get that? The labels are ripped so that it can't be resealed and returned as new. They indicate that it was opened, as expected, and not that it was ever returned and sold again.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] sk8ordie0:
^^^^^^^ nice to see your thoughts on some of these matters...... Makes me feel a little better about my purchase...... Thanks for your input..........

rooted,recovered,and rebooted from the ol' i777.......
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Ragnar:
Thread has been cleaned.

Please use this thread to report when you placed your order, when you received it etc... Other than that this thread has no other purpose.

If users have issues with their product as delivered please go see the Better Business Bureau. Or go to the supplier with your issues.Do not come here to complain.

Next time this thread will be closed permanently.

Thank you all for your cooperation in this.

EFM
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] 1slandtime:
Wow ...WTF

1st we here someone received a Note 3 with SU installed and now this....

Mr Negri are these refurbished Note 3's you are shipping?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] 1slandtime:
I bought 2 Note 3's at a T-Mobile store Friday and they had sim cards inside the sealed boxes.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] gordonzhao:
... That's from a tmobile store. You're missing the point.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] parusia:
I think he is commenting about the guy who said that note 3 from tmobile are not coming with SIM CARDS.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] CalcProgrammer1:
Just got my white Swappa Note 3 in today. It's awesome. Did not come with a SIM card but did come with S-Pen tips, headphones, and USB charger/cable. I'm using it tethered to my Note 1 at the moment as I haven't moved my SIM yet.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] googlephone:
My paypal was charged. So my order is going to ship out today. Order status is still processing and no email received yet.

Ordered on Oct 8th, white.

I will report back if I got tracking number and the status of the phone when it arrives.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] CZroe:
Great to know! They must have received more today though their last update implied that the next shipment was expected tomorrow. Somehow, I think they were only talking about black. :) I'm off to check my PayPal...
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] diablokicks:
Latest Blog Update

The latest blog update for your pleasure.

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I'm hoping to get a golden ticket email any day now (hopefully today or tomorrow, 10/3 order date, black)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] vvv3399:
Since its my first time ordering from negri i am going to give them a chance. Also order 10|3

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Where is the black note 3?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] drmacrofish:
That is not what I meant. I meant that t mobile charges you for the SIM cards as far as I am aware. I do not believe that Negri is removing them from boxes, but maybe I am wrong. Mine did not come with one either, but I did not buy from Negri.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] parusia:
Every single tmobile phone (New) comes with the SIM CARD. They charge you for SIM card if the SIM card is damaged or if you lost your phone for warranty replacement. But with new phones SIM card is part of the package.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] krelvinaz:
My order from TMobile required the SIM to be purchased.. The phone did not include it.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] NYCguy2020:
Note that in his long-winded blog post Negri never addressed the allegation that some phones were shipped rooted i.e. USED when they were supposed to be brand new... Just an observation:D
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] googlephone:
The sim card is from the inside of note 3 box.

You can check your note 3 box to see if there is sim card serial number on the outside.

Every phone I got from tmobile comes with sim card so now I have several spare sim cards.

Don't know why tmobile charge you for the sim card already included in the box. Tmobile shouldn't charge you. Maybe it's because you're first time new customer. I did upgrade and got the sim card inside box free.

Are you prepaid? They may charge prepaid if you activate the sim card in store. But you can activate the sim card for free by yourself using the sim card inside the note3 box, just call 611.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] maumxx:
I agree, I would prefer to see a response from Negri regarding to opened seal boxes when they stated that they would send the unlock codes via email.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Kawaisa:
Already emailed CS to find out why the boxes are opened (although they do say in their terms that they'll open boxes to unlock and check that nothing is missing from the boxes). But that shouldn't apply since Negri's supposedly shipping these out without unlocking them.

As long as the device itself is new and sealed, I'll be happy with it. I'll just have my brother run the IMEI through the system to find out whether it's connected to an account in order to find out whether the warranty still applies. Hopefully mine ships soon.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] diablokicks:
As a businesses owner, I wouldn't address that on a public blog, I'd work directly with the customer to resolve the issue. I just want my phone Lol

Sent from my mobile device.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] CZroe:
No black phones confirmed to ship today? Mine didn't

Is there a way for us to do the same or do we need to know someone like your brother? ;)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] diablokicks:
Swappa has a feature. Or you could tmo chat

Sent from my mobile device.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] googlephone:
Tmobile chat? I can not find a link to tmobile chat service. I think tmobile removed online chat service.

Edit: I found the link. I had to Google ’t-mobile chat support’ and found one person asking the same chat link.

It was so difficult to find this tiny online chat button which will only show up when there is online representative available.

Last week I spent almost one hour and the chat button didn't show up.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] diablokicks:
Check here:

http://www.t-mobile.com/contact-us.html

Sent from my mobile device.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] neoWhite:
I just tried with Tmobile chat and they couldn't recognize the IMEI, anyone else have Tmobile tell them that? Also anyone know what Swappa's feature would look like if it's a good report (meaning not associated with anyone's account)?

My phone should be arriving by Wednesday. Just saw an update that it's pushed up from estimated delivery. Will be able to tell all tomorrow whether box is sealed/anything is missing.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] gordonzhao:
The reason they don't recognize it is because it's ran through a tool that checks for blocked imeis on the TMobile network, if it comes back as clean it's not recognized.

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As some others did, once you receive the phone call it and have them notate the account and make sure you keep a record of the purchase. If it was legit then you should be able to have it reversed if it gets blocked.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] neoWhite:
Thanks for clarifying. I guess I seem to be in the clear. Can't wait for Thursday.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] vvv3399:
Any black note 3 ship today? Ordered 10|3
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Kawaisa:
even if they do, notifications don't go out this early
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] vvv3399:
Paypal still pending
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] COfatboy:
I buy and sell a fair amount of phones. Up until about 2 days ago the IMEI check feature on the TMO website would say specifically that the phone has not been reported as lost or stolen. Now it says the IMEI is not recognized. Unless they changed it in the last few days something is up. I don't have any bad IMEI numbers to verify your theory. If some body has one they could run and see what it says?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Kawaisa:
"Thank you for your email. These devices are T-mobile branded models and must be unlocked prior to being shipped. This is most likely the reason you have been hearing these details. Our device are however brand new devices. Feel free to contact us if you have any further questions or concerns. Thank you for choosing Negri Electronics. Have a great day."

As I had expected, typical response
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] vvv3399:
I thought they said it will ship sealed and with unlock code send to email
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] gordonzhao:
They still open and verify that it's working and take the sim
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] diablokicks:
Usually we see a tracking number by now. No blog update. Bummer... each day that goes by with no tracking number saddens me.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] vvv3399:
Still pending
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Raay:
Just want to make an update to my earlier post .So i received my phone and after i put my sim card in the phone would just displayed "No service" , so i contacted T-Mobile and found out that it's IMEI is blacklisted and blocked by T-Mobile because "it was reported stolen" . Contacted negri and they just told me to fill an RMA form , so i did that and i'm still waiting for a replay . more waiting.....
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] vvv3399:
Sorry for what u have to go through. Did u buy your from with the 20 coupon and what color did u get?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] gordonzhao:
Wow that's shady. Definitely changes things.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Raay:
Got the white color and yes i used the 20 coupon .
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Raay:
Just checked the one i have and got " This Device had been reported lost". attached a picture.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] diablokicks:
From negri?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Limeybastard:
I get the following, so all good.

We do not recognize the IMEI number you entered. Please try again or contact Customer Care at 1-877-453-1304.

Check out T-Mobile’s great selection of cell phones >
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Raay:
Yes , see my post in the previous page.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] COfatboy:
Thanks, that confirms it then. At least we know it's still working.

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I would call my credit card company (I hope you used one to buy) and dispute the charges. Explain the situation to them, they have a way of making things right with shady retailers. I'd be willing to bet you can get 100% of your money back, minus what it costs you to return the phone. This puts the heat on them.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] sk8ordie0:
I have the IMEI and my unlock code from the email.... I just checked and mine is good.....: prayer hands::rolleyes:

Mine is estimated to deliver tomorrow.... Will update....

rooted,recovered,and rebooted from the ol' i777.......

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I have the IMEI and my unlock code from the email.... I just checked and mine is good.....:prayer hands::rolleyes:

Mine is estimated to deliver tomorrow.... Will update....

rooted,recovered,and rebooted from the ol' i777.......
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] shillivan:
Quick question guys, I ordered the black phone on the 4th and paid through Amazon. When I checked my order status nothing shows up, I'm wondering if my pre order is still active?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] 973NY:
I just checked mine as well and it also says that it doesn't recognize the device which I pray means all is good.

I'm considering doing an unboxing video just in case the Knox is tripped ..
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] CZroe:
Black; $20 off coupon; early A.M. Oct. 4th order; still "processing." :(

The question is not only "is it clean?" it's also "will it remain clean?" (IOW, "is it attached to an account?").

I don't think he was saying that the battery was completely missing, only that it wasn't in the little bag or something
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] 973NY:
Call and ask.

1-888-358-6358