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[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] diablokicks:
I was going to do the same thing, opening the exterior box and all on video for documentation. Just in case..

Sent from my mobile device.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] 973NY:
It's sad these are the measures we need to take to ensure our nearly 700.00 investment is legit from a " reputable " seller...
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] CZroe:
Sk8ordie says his was the same right up until it shipped. 1slandtime also described his Amazon Payments order the same as yours.

I always wear my Looxcie when I open packages... just in case.

I wear my camera for every package I open. I opened a SIM cutter today and it was missing one of the SIM adapters. For phone repair parts I set up the phone I am working on and take it apart enough to test the display and then record opening and testing.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Deliximus:
My second phone just shipped. Black. Ordered on Oct 1.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Kawaisa:
Earlier today I'm guessing? Unless Negri himself is working overtime ;)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] ICEMAN4280:
Tmo note 3 on at&t network

I'm just tired of fighting with a locked bootloader as having been with AT&T since the cellular one days and still have my old that I still run a 100GB a month at will monthly bill $106 like clockwork ....so I want to buy a TMO NOTE 3 and run it on AT&T I see you came to the same conclusion and was wondering if you could shoot me the threads that worked for you from root...recovery....to... rom and the carrier unlock procedure that worked. THANK YOU,

CRAIG@CSC-ENTERPRISE
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] mocsab:
Chainfire did much of the work that you need to use to get your TMOBILE PHONE running on ATT Network. These are not necessarily in order - read the threads and figure out which ones you need to do first - I am at work and don't have time to write full instructions - but these are the aps and programs you will need

THIs is the region away tool but it also unlocks your sim so you can use it on ATT. Works perefectly for many - http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=247055

If you have trouible and want to pay to get unlocked, do a GOOGLE SEARCH for UNLOCK TMOBILE SIM ON NOTE 3 - I think the site was called CELL UNLOCKER or something like that -

To ROOT you have two options - I did the first one here - http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2467369 works like a charm

If you are not going to be flashing roms and you are worried about breaking your warranty - this is another root method - http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2484223

For recovery, I personally like TWRP - but there is also a thread where you can get CWM.I don't know anything about the CWM for the NOTE 3 so I suggest you use TWRP - you can get the latest thru GOO MANAGER - or go here: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2467001 If you really want to use CWM, do a google search for CWM for TMOBILE NOTE 3.

It really didn't take much time for me to find those threads - and I highly encourage you to read up on all of the threads related to the NOTE 3 just to acquaint yourself with the issues that we and many others have worked thru - and the resulting solutions that fixed the problems we had - it may help you later just knowing what happened to others in the beginning.

Anyway - I got to get back to work - Hope this helps.

GOOD LUCK.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] neoWhite:
Mine was just delivered, but I won't be able to report if anything's missing until I open it tonight. Wife received it for me, but opening the box while recording it on video sounds like a smart move to do. So guess I'll update tonight.

Ordered: September 18, 2013 12:44 pm, Black

Shipped: October 17, 2013 4:45 pm, FedEx ground

Received: October 23, 2013 10:38 am

Items missing (if applicable): Will report later tonight
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] vvv3399:
Negri need to check imei before shipping the phone
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] ICEMAN4280:
EMBYRO 7 on NOTE3 TMO ... AT&T Network ...? Just curious im buying the TMO NOTE 3 today and I love Embryo
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] gordonzhao:
This thread may interest you.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2475623
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] sk8ordie0:
Just received mine.... Made a unboxing video..... I'll get it up later..... No clear plastic on box..... Just bubble wrap... Stickers tore off box.... Battery not in plastic..... But seems fine.... Gotta check Knox.... Just go in recovery correct? 0x0 is good and 0×1 is tripped...

rooted,recovered,and rebooted from the ol' i777.......
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] 973NY:
I just got a phone call from home, my device has arrived as well.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] les_garten:
Did you already post your order date?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] stylecraft:
And do you get 4G/LTE signals from AT&T using the T-Mobile phone?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] gordonzhao:
Yes, that's correct, in reference to the knox counter.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] E1De:
Just received my black note, KNOX WAS TRIPPED and Super User installed.

To check knox status you have to go to odin mode: power off and then press volume down, home and power.

I don't have a micro sim right now so I haven't tested the IMEI status, in the swappa database appears as no data.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] neoWhite:
This doesn't look good. That's the second one reported as KNOX being TRIPPED. I hope when I check mine tonight that I won't have this issue.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] vvv3399:
What did negri said when u contact them
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] gordonzhao:
Got it from Swappa or Negri?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] E1De:
I got it from Negri, ordered Sep 30.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] diablokicks:
Did look used? Sticker on the screen? Battery out of the bag?

Sent from my mobile device.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] les_garten:
Have you guys read this, I've referenced it a few times.

http://www.ripoffreport.com/r/Negri-Electronics/Costa-Mesa-California-92627-4301/Negri-Electronics-Ryan-Negri-Coupon-Scam-and-Poor-Customer-Service-with-a-Thug-Punk-Attitu-639576
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] vvv3399:
Negri updates about stolen phone on their blog. What yall think
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] les_garten:
Might want to paste a link
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Kawaisa:
http://www.negrielectronics.com/blo...ed-imeis-and-why-t-mobile-says-theyre-stolen/
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] KosanRio:
Seen it. Wasn't sure if any of them were real or not...
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] vvv3399:
My bad
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Kawaisa:
For the people who have received their units, does the phone at least look brand new? is the original screen protector/cover applied?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] les_garten:
That cover goes right back on there. You can see that in unboxing videos where it becomes apparant that the device was setup and used already.

I would be worried that the phone is IMEI ok today but not tomorrow.

I just sold my ATT note a few weeks ago.

2 year contract

Let's say I quit paying in 6 months, what would happen to that IMEI if it were TMO? Blacklist. I don't know if ATT does that or not.

So your TMO from Negri may work for how long?

The other thing that may be going on here.

These are returns because they had a problem. They then went as open box items to this "entity" in the trenchcoat who Negri buys their phones from. Then cleaned up and sold to him, he sells as new.

Even his postings say that if the IMEI is blacklisted that it was a previous purchase from TMO and he's selling as new.

Olus you have Knox tripped and rooted phones?

How much smoke do you need before you call Fire FFS?

You guys should be reading the Preorder thread as well.

When Mr Negri talks I listen
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Malevolence:
So they're all essentially used devices that have been returned to their "sources," which explains why none of them are sealed and are missing the SIM cards. If they're new why would Negri even have to inspect them?

Anyone know how I can cancel my order?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] les_garten:
Or they're possibly stolen according to his most recent blog post...

http://www.negrielectronics.com/blog/news-updates/latest-news/qa-about-restricted-imeis-and-why-t-mobile-says-theyre-stolen/
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] vvv3399:
Whats that name negri is making fun of people on xda on his twitter.

https://mobile.twitter.com/RyanNegri
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] neoWhite:
It is 9:40 pm and I just opened my Note 3 that I received earlier in the morning (which I did video tape for my records) and indeed the box was not sealed.

Seeing how the box wasn't sealed, I think this item should be considered Open Box. I remember reading on the blog updates that these weren't going to be opened at all and shipped directly to the customers to save time for the long wait we had already suffered, but obviously that isn't the case.

In fact, I consider a phone new if and only if it's factory screen protector is still on the phone and all accessories are in their respective factory plastics. My phone both did not have it's factory screen protector (which irks me because I wanted to have it pristine before I put on a REAL screen protector) and the battery was loose (not in its plastic).

At least nothing else is missing except the Tmobile SIM. The S-Pen spare tips were there, as were the battery, 2A charger and USB 3.0 cable.

I did put my wife's SIM card to test as I don't have a microSIM (I was still using an iPhone 3GS), and it did connect.

Ordered: September 18, 2013 12:44 pm EDT, Black

Shipped: October 17, 2013 4:45 pm EDT, FedEx ground

Received: October 23, 2013 10:38 am EDT

Unboxing: October 23, 9:22 pm EDT

Items missing (if applicable): Nothing except the Tmobile SIM.

Edit: I also checked if my phone was KNOX triggered and thankfully it's still at 0x0.

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https://mobile.twitter.com/RyanNegri/status/393183876945674240

What, why? This isn't very customer friendly.

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I'm curious, has anyone ever ordered with Negri before this Note 3 preorder debacle?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Kawaisa:
Any signs of use? scratches on screen etc?

no protector, battery unwrapped, and unsealed box = open box

really don't get why Negri is suggesting that they open the boxes in order to check them when checking them does not require you to remove the original screen protector
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] les_garten:
Couple of observances here

1) He's just now shipping Sept 18th Orders? WTF

2) If you buy Open box from an Individual, you can at least get the history of the phone and why it's being sold. Here you're getting a "Return" and you have no idea why it was returned.

3) He's snarking on Twitter because there is not way to defend the indefensible

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I'll postulate on that.

When he gets them, they are already open, he's buying returns and reselling them as new. That's why TMO is blacklisting them as well.

If you were in his business, wouldn't you instruct your people to put the phone back the way it was or should be. You don't have to pull off and discard the screen protector to get an IMEI. It is written under the battery. You don't even have to power up.

I've seen businesses that were much better at this. Most of them can reseal and you have to look very close to see it. These are professional refurb places. They are of course disclosing the refurb.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] 973NY:
Yes, a handful of times.

9/21 black

So I got my device today.

Did not make a video

All contents were in the box.

Seal was broken

Stickers ripped off.

Knox was not tripped.

Unlocked via provided code.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Techngro:
Oh GOD!!!!!

I am so pissed. I have been waiting for weeks. And now we see that Negri is basically selling used phones from 'sources' that can't be trusted. I was under the impression that I would be getting a NEW phone. That's what I was paying for. Now I see that they are basically buying returns and selling them as new.

I am cancelling my order right now.

EDIT: Submitted cancellation form. Gonna send them an email as well just to make sure they don't miraculously ship tomorrow and try to charge me a restocking fee or something.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] vvv3399:
I cancel my too
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Kawaisa:
Me too

"Thank you for filling out the form. Please know that we now have your order cancellation request and allow 1-2 business days for us to get to cancelling your order. If we have other questions we will send you an email."

What bothers me is that I didn't know they were this skeevy, wasted almost a month waiting for an open box product that might just get blacklisted down the road. I'll be paying the $100 extra from T-Mobile.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] gordonzhao:
Eh bottom line for me is I bought it through my Amex, if anything happens I'm covered. My knox is fine, but after reading all this, it will be my last time I buy a carrier device from them. The last device I bought was the n8000 which is the note 10.1, unlocked. And that was sealed so that was better at least. But these carrier devices are definitely amongst the sketchiest I've seen.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] diablokicks:
Another cancellation here
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] les_garten:
I'm thinking of buying a Note 8.0, Negri of course doesn't have a bad price on it, but don't think I'll be doing it with NE.

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You may want to summarize somewhat in the OP so folks don't read a few pages and think this is a great thread if you know what I mean...
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] systoxity:
I am NEVER purchasing from negri again and will never recommend. Too much damage has been done in this fiasco. If it acts like a duck, quacks like a duck, and acts like a duck then it's a duck.

yeah i agree, giant disclaimer on fp about what has gone on.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] diablokicks:
Anyone know any sites we can all share our experiences other than just XDA?

Sent from my mobile device.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] les_garten:
Ripoff report

Ryan LOVES that site!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] systoxity:
here's one

http://www.bbb.org/southern-nevada/...ics-in-las-vegas-nv-90006884/file-a-complaint
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Kawaisa:
You can try reseller ratings also

http://www.resellerratings.com/store/Negri_Electronics
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] les_garten:
You won't get anywhere with the BBB

BTDT before, total waste of time

They make it almost impossible to file a complaint. And they support the paying party, ie the business
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] diablokicks:
The only way that people will see these is if we all report what happened

Sent from my mobile device.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] systoxity:
here's one

http://www.bbb.org/southern-nevada/...ics-in-las-vegas-nv-90006884/file-a-complaint

just keep in mind, be honest and don't speculate. Just write down your own personal bad experience.

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oh, i didn't know that.

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Idk, word of mouth should be plentiful. Looks like these guys are pretty good at ruining their own reputations
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] les_garten:
They also hide all the details of the complaints
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] CZroe:
Grrr... even I'm ready to cancel after reading about the IMEI situation with no guarantees against it happening. If T-Mobile started doing this in 2012, why hasn't it been a business-killing problem for them until now? Did they suddenly start scraping the bottom of the supply barrel or something? Are they that desperate to fill these preorders and lose money?

If I don't cancel I want to change my payment method from PayPal bank transfer to a credit card for the consumer protections in case my IMEI goes bad. Is that possible?

I can't believe it's legal for T-Mobile not to divulge whether or not it is still associated with an account. AFAIK, the only way any could be bad IMEIs from non-payment of service in less than a month since launch is if a purchasing card was stolen/fraudulent/charged back.

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His September 18th order shipped on the 17th (not "just now").
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] vvv3399:
Everyone who had bad experience should report. If it's open box might as well get it from swappa. What a waste of three weeks
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] hoangtung619:
i canceled, feel bad for people who in this situation. i bought a note3 last week from craiglist with only 600. Clean esn, knox 0x0.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] gordonzhao:
If you're going to get a note tablet I'd say go for the 10.1 2014. Full hd. That's one thing I'm really lacking on my note 10.1 2012. (first gen) but if you're main concern is price the nevermind.

Why would you assume it's killing business? And I think it's perfectly legit that they do that if people are going to rip them off then why shouldn't they have the right to block the phone from being used, at lead ton their service and then not allow the unlock.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] CZroe:
"If T-Mobile started doing this in 2012, why hasn't it been a business-killing problem for them[Negri Electronics] until now?"

Is that clear enough? ;)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Kawaisa:
Their normal prices for carrier devices aren't that great, and they sell a lot of manufacturer unlocked devices.

Not sure where Mr. Negri got the idea that T-Mobile is short of these devices because he certainly isn't getting these "new" devices from T-Mobile directly. Makes sense that NE would have to wait for people to start returning them to their "sources" before they "get more in stock."
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] les_garten:
Thanx for that, I was thinking about the size of the 8 mainly.

I agree, if the contract is skated out on, the phone is basically stolen.

Ohh wait, where did I hear that from...

That's right, Negri's Blog, he said, that TMO said, these phones are stolen...

That's why they're blacklisted.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] CZroe:
He thought I was saying something else. I agree too. So what, exactly, are you trying to say? "Me too?" ;)

T-Mobile and other carriers absolutely should be able to block devices that were lost, stolen, or not properly paid for. I'm ALSO saying that T-Mobile and other carriers should be required to disclose whether or not a device can be reported lost, stolen, or "skated out on" by someone other than you, not just whether or not it already has been. Because a buyer can rarely fully trust the source, not being able to tell for certain pretty much kills most resale, individual or business, which is going too far.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] sk8ordie0:
Wow. .. a lot has went down since I posted earlier today..... I have my note3 and even though the box was opened I'm pretty happy with my purchase. ..... I did wait a month .... I'm very picky and found the phone flawless (as it should be). Everything was there except the outer plastic,stickers, and plastic on the battery. ... Screen cover was still on... I see it still has all the factory clear stickers on the phone on the edges.... As I said before my Knox is good and my IMEI is not recognized through TMO website........ was it worth 100 bucks to wait a month and stress over all the BS??? No... and I hate that you guys waited so long and finally cancelled but I understand completely and was very close myself. .... I know a few of us got phones today.....I haven't had much time today.... Hope all is well with their phones......

On another note I'm up and running on at&t (ST) with the unlock code provided....... I did make a unbox video and I'm uploading it to utube now.. It's 1am so I'll edit it into this tomorrow if there is still anyone out there who wants to see..... Nothing great but kinda shows how mine went......

from my shiny SM-N900T........:p
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] KosanRio:
When did you order your Note 3?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Techngro:
Todays businesses care more about social media than they do the BBB or Ripoff Report. I'm gonna tweet about Negri's crap. I might do it once a day for 22 days in honor of each day my order WASN'T shipped. I wish I used Facebook just so I could use it now.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Kawaisa:
There's a YT video of Ryan Negri getting interviewed for CTIA 2010, and he makes it clear in the video that they pride themselves on not selling used or refurbished devices...

how ironic
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] les_garten:
Interesting that a business would even say that.

Sorta like me saying, " and by the way, I never commit murders"
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] vvv3399:
http://800notes.com/forum/ta-52aa56cddb4057a/negri-elecctronics-scam-ryan-negri-scammer-exposed

http://www.complaintsboard.com/comp...cs-costa-mesa-california-c372758.html#c792419

http://www.complaintsboard.com/profile-565168

has anyone seen it before, im glad i cancel my order.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Acaibowl:
So glad I canceled my order and bought my Note 3 directly from T-Mobile Store...and got $40 discount !
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] les_garten:
Looks like 2 Scumbag companies talking truth about each other,as well as some other scammed customers mixing in.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] vvv3399:
$40 discount?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Acaibowl:
Yes. If you pay full price but choose a prepaid plan, the device costs more. I basically paid what I would pay if I had chosen a post - paid plan.

Sent from Galaxy Note 3 using Tapatalk
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Techvir:
If anyone cares,

I cancelled my order too.. Placed on 10/3

Too much sh it going on...

Getting one from ebay... Even cheaper price than 669

Will also get square trade for 2 year with accidental protection. another 90 bucks...But worth it
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] CZroe:
Weeks ago I told them I wanted to buy it out-right without a plan and they said it would be $791 after taxes (more than most here report). Is that why? I told them that I wanted it unlocked to use on AT&T before I switch to T-Mobile but that probably still means that I get the "prepaid" price.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] diablokicks:
I care. The only way Mr. Negri will care that we are cancelling orders is if a majority cancel. Although if you used a coupon, he may be happy you did. Just make sure you share your experiences with others so they are fully aware of how Negri operates. At least 2 Knox tripped phones (phones must be used) all boxes opened, reports of no screen protectors on the phones, reports of 2 black listed phones.... Seems like one shady operation.

Sent from my mobile device.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Techngro:
Exactly. If we all share our experiences (especially on social media), then Negri won't be able to dismiss it as one or two disgruntled customers. Before I pre-ordered with Negri, I did a search on XDA to see if anyone was familiar with them. A few said they seemed legit, and I didn't come across any negative stuff. Now, this thread will serve as a warning to people. I hope the mods don't try to 'clean' it again.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Ragnar:
Ok since this is not Social Media... And this no longer serves any purpose in development it is closed. This is not a site to come and gripe, complain. Nor do we promote any particular source for purchasing your devices.

The OP has changed the title therefore it has run its course.

Thread closed

EFM

Have a great day!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy Note 3] Kawaisa:
Just sounds like someone's getting angry over nothing. Negri probably thought they'd get them in earlier but didn't. If I were paying retail then I'd probably get upset, but at over $100+ savings, whatever. Wait or cancel, nothing but a bunch of champagne problems.