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[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] Th3Bill:
Your art of understatement is unparalleled. LOL

I've noticed that's the case nowadays with most companies unfortunately....many reps just fly by the seat of their pants. Probably the reason so many people get credits for random things...all ya really need to do is talk to different reps until you find someone who WILL do what you want (even if it's not 100% correct lol).

If I was going to do it, I'd pay off the phone outright with T-Mobile and sell the old phone on Swappa. You'll make WAY better off that route. I'd be surprised to see you get $200 for the s7e on trade in from T-Mob (year old used NON-Apple devices usually get very little). S7Edge still selling for around $400.

*Edit* This is T-Mobile's CURRENT trade in value of S7Edge

Your Estimate:

Samsung SM-G935T Galaxy S7 Edge 32GB Black - T-Mobile

$195.00

Estimate Total

$195.00

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Even the site seems schizophrenic. When I went online, I couldn't do JOD Upgrade online (though my friend could). After my order placed by phone, the "Upgrade" button miraculously appeared in my "Device" screen (so now I could do it online if I wanted to). My wife who is also on JOD....still shows that we need to call in to upgrade. I guess I'm just happy that the wireless network is very good in my area. I'll take that any day over having a website that is 100% all the time lol
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] Bom792:
Yep each rep gives you somthing different and also asking to speak to a supervisor always helps get what you need
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] BETA.:
Thanks for the replies guys. Th3Bill that sounds like the best viable strategy then. I'll just pay off the phone outright, pre-order the s8 or s8+ and then quick sell the S7E on CL or swappa for like $350-$400. At the end of the day, I just want to have the S8/s8+ before I get rid of the S7E.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] Th3Bill:
Yeah, trading phone in is never really a great option. When I went to T-Mobile, I sold all my phones I had on Swappa and bought inexpensive "replacements" for the "Trade-In" devices, as I knew that trading in a device at a carrier would result in my taking WAY less than phone's value.

I've always had great experience on Swappa. It's low fee and protects buyer and seller. I've done CL before, but that's always dicey (had one guy show up with $100 less than agreed price and thought I'd "just go for it"....UH NO). Good luck and welcome to S8/S8+ :)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] MicroMod777:
With Jump on Demand do you guys pay extra for insurance and warranty like the regular Jump program? Also whats your monthly $ leasing?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] Deesnyt:
Pay extra for insurance. Jod is free.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] SptMogul:
Why did you paid off full. Im thinking to do the same thing because i don't like financing the phone. Why did you receive the $20 ?

Thanks
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] Th3Bill:
JOD payment for the S8 (non +) is $33/mo with $0 down. The insurance is extra...though I dunno if it's worth it, as there is still a hefty "deductible" for any claims.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] MicroMod777:
Thanks Bill. What about the monthly om the S8+ anybody know with JOD.

If you don't have insurance and crack your screen then what are your options to do a JOD to the next phone?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] Bom792:
I like just getting it over with at once( personal preference). I asked why they are charging me an extra $20 upgrade fee the rep told me that it happens automatically and if I want he can credited back to my account...
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] xile6:
Ive been with tmobile for a while.

This is how it works.

IF you dont have jump then you will need to pay the phone off in full.

They have a trade in program. You can check it via your account, but it will let you know how much they will give you for your phone.

So i.e

IF you own $600 on your s7e

and they say they will give you a trade in value of $200 (probably about right they like to short people).

Then the $200 will go toward your new phone, but your new phone will be compounded of of your old + new.

So s8 plus $850 plus your s7e $600 - the trade credit of $200 would leave you with $1250 in total but they would break it up so you will be bill monthly $30 for the s8 and then probably $15 for the reminding s7e.

I had this happen to me once before i was on jump.

With jump you trade in your phone and they will take it and start you fresh with the new phone.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] Th3Bill:
I believe the payment is the same, yet you have the $130 down...though I DID see someone post a $0 down $40/month JOD payment somewhere on here yesterday I think.

I had the damaged screen when I was with the S7Edge (main reason I went to the HTC 10). It was $175 fee for a "damaged device".
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] MicroMod777:
Oh so thats same deductible as with regular insurance. Guess its better to not pay that extra $12 a month for insruance, then just JOD to something new and pay the $175. You save way more that way.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] Th3Bill:
It's $175 deductible for a screen replacement? DAMN! I thought the $175 deductible was for a lost/stolen device and that the one for screen would be a lot less. That's one hell of a racket...
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] MicroMod777:
Yea insurance through all the carriers is a money pit. You pay about $144 per year, plus the high deductables if you need it.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] Th3Bill:
I think I'll just go to my buddy who does screen/phone repair for a living and let him fix it. He quoted me $55 for the S7E repair, but lives an hour away and I was being lazy and didn't want to wait for him to get screen and be able to fix it...LOL
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] MicroMod777:
I tried once to repair my wifes Galaxy S3 that I dropped! lol Was too much work getting all the shards off that I cracked the digitizer. Just bought her a new upgrade instead.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] Th3Bill:
I just verified with T-Mobile. I can't believe they say that it's $175 for screen replacement AFTER you pay the $12/month. Be better off getting the Samsung Protection. $11.95/month and cost of repair is $99.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] jdiddy_ub:
Quick question - I pre-ordered the S8 through tmobile the other day (paid in full, not installments). I just noticed on samsung's website that you can add the $99 bundle directly with your order and you don't need to submit a promo claim. I spoke to a chat rep and they told me that I can still keep my current phone insurance ($10/mo PHP on my lg v10) and it will transfer to the S8 as long as it is kept on and/or added within 14 days of receiving the phone. I am considering canceling my pre-order with tmobile and ordering directly through samsung.

Sometimes I don't trust the info chat reps give me because you can get a different answer depending on who you speak with. Has anyone ever purchased a phone from a manufacturer and covered it under tmobile insurance? Even better if you had a claim actually successfully submitted.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] 954wrecker:
I would want it in writing because these companies are very sneaky. Samsung offers its warranty with some nice perks for free for the first 30 days. Gives you time to make a choice and like you said you get the bonus stuff right away also. Just dont choose samsung finance, I'm trying to get my issue resolved before it ships.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] km8j:
Insurance is virtually never worth it on an electronic statistically speaking. This is more true given that many credit cards cover the phone. Mine has a $25 deductible
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] 954wrecker:
Nice find! What card offers that? Ever actually try and use it?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] jdiddy_ub:
one step ahead of you...i have it in writing as well..saw the online message option after i hung up the phone with them..will they actually honor this though?

You: if i order an S8 from samsung.com for use on tmobile..could i still keep my phone insurance?

19:28, Apr 2

You: i currently pay $10/mo

19:29, Apr 2

Adelina: Let me go ahead and check it for you Jeffrey.

19:36, Apr 2

You: ok

19:39, Apr 2

Adelina: That's correct Jeffrey, you can add insurance within 14 days of purchase of the phone.

19:39, Apr 2

You: even if purchased through samsung and not tmobile?

19:41, Apr 2

Adelina: Yes you can add php, however its not a jump2 because Jump 2 is for TMobile Device only.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] km8j:
I think all Wells Fargo cards have it. Yes I've used it before. A little slow of a process but went well. All they care about is that you pay the monthly bill on that card. Other cards have similar programs.

But for MOST people, paying extra is never worth it. If you look at the statistics of when they break, depreciation, etc, it doesn't make sense.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] jdiddy_ub:
Credit cards will cover defects (only) AFTER the manufacturer warranty ends...depending on the card often times they will add 1 or 2 extra years post manufacturer warranty

I have successfully submitted claims for TVs and stuff like that in past but never for a phone....i dont usually think insurance on electronics is a good buy but a phone can suffer cracked screens, theft etc that wont be covered and since you literally carry your phone outside everyday, it is more susceptible to damage/loss...unlike a TV for example
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] km8j:
This is not the same thing. You are talking about PURCHASE PROTECTION. that requires that you put the purchase on your credit card so leases and such are not covered. They will cover theft and damage usually for the first 90 days.

I'm talking about actual cell phone insurance which is different
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] jdiddy_ub:
I was not aware that credit cards insure phones..that is new to me...you are correct, purchase protection is the only form of protection i know of...i should look into my card benefits
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] Harry44:
Preordered today with JOD. I have been to BestBuy a few times to play with the phone. Trying not to have buyers remorse. I REALLY hope Samsung doesn't suck at updating when it comes to the new S8 and S8+. It will be tough leaving my OnePlus 3.

Also, rumor has it the OnePlus 5 (skipping 1+4) will have a dual curved screen. -__-
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] km8j:
Yea is little known. Wells Fargo has it on many of their cards
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] Sameer3.b:
Wells Fargo doesn't appear to cover rented cell phones. I see this in their 'What's not covered' section:

"Cellular Wireless Telephone which has been rented, or borrowed or Cellular Wireless Telephones that are received as part of a pre-paid plan."
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] DC2CA:
I wonder if financed phones are covered by the extended warranty most credit cards offer?

For insurance, I've heard you can add the phone to your homeowners insurance. Has anyone tried this?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] redhatter:
So I ordered an S8+ in black as I always get black. But Ive move to Las Vegas a while back and know how hot it gets out here and with my phone sitting in the car I didn't want it to be a giant black heat sink for the Sun

So I cancelled and reordered in silver. Figure every little bit helps to dissipate heat, reflect the sun beating on it

But I noticed that silver seems to be the least popular color ...anybody else get silver?

I can't wait is I'm still on my Note 4 and it's really hurting... I was going to a Note 7 but never received it when all the mess happened
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] HtcOnekid:
I know is your business and all but why not leave your phone somewhere cool if you gonna leave it in your car
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] redhatter:
Trust me during the summer there's no place cool in your car or anyplace else the sunlight hits

Ive live in Phoenix to you'd be amazed how, hot burn to the touching everything inside of your car can get or anything else that's outside sitting by a pool

I just know from past experiences with these higher power phones heat can be an issue so I'm going to try going to Silver just a dissipate a little bit more then black.... besides I really don't like the gloss black. If it was matte black maybe different
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] Bom792:
Orchard gray seems to be very good
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] redhatter:
I thought about the Orchid Grey but I don't want to cancel and reorder a second time

Besides I'm on T-Mobile Jump and I'm going to go to a note 8 if and when it comes out so if I don't like silver I'll change at that time
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] km8j:
We aren't renting but I can certainly call and ask about leases
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] bishmaster5000:
I'm getting silver. The black was too much of a fingerprint magnet for me, and the orchid gray just didn't suit my fancy. I liked that silver color on the Note 7, but the color wrapping around to the front was super blinding. I would have rathered get coral blue, but silver is easily my 2nd fav choice.

I live in Louisiana and I'd never leave my phone out in the sun, regardless of color. Put that poor thing under the seat or in the glovebox, it'll still get hot but it won't be as hot as direct sunlight. Hell even a piece of paper on top of the phone will make a big difference.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] llaugerm:
Are you going to the S8 as well? I returned my G6 once I saw the S8. I'm waiting for a full refund from T-Mobile since I paid my G6 in full.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] MicroMod777:
Yes, same here waiting for return processed! :)))
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] HtcOnekid:
Downloaded this nice s8 icon pack to get a feel on my G6 lol while I wait for my beautiful.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] EVOme:
I ordered the S8+ at midnight on opening night. Was off the phone by 12:10 and had docs signed and returned by 12:18. I HOPE I get this phone early like I did the G6. Every store I have gone in has S8s all over for demo reasons. I hope this means they are already here and just waiting to ship.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] CB620:
Got excited for UPS Choice going off but it was for something else
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] SBERG117:
Don't fall in the hole Charlie....you know better...lol
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] blakedunc235:
I actually got my Note 7 the day before launch with my pre-order
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] MicroMod777:
What? You guys got UPS notifications already???
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] Nonbiasedhippo:
Everyone but you. [emoji854]
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] jdiddy_ub:
Hey all - i just got an email from tmobile stating that samsung is giving away DeX adapters (http://www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/apps/samsung-dex/) as part of the preorder promo as well for qualifying business lines. The account I am on is eligible. It works the same way as the VR headset promo, you need the phone in hand to redeem on samsung's website . I wonder if I am allowed to redeem both? I was planning on getting the $99 headset/sd card bundle.

Here is the link I received:

https://business.t-mobile.com/
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] HtcOnekid:
So just business lines -_-
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] EVOme:
Dead link
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] jdiddy_ub:
Strange...it works when i click on it. If it doesn't work, go to tmobile.com and scroll to the bottom where it says "business" and click on that.

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well..this might make you feel better...i was just informed by a rep that business lines might only be able to redeem the DeX adapter and the VR headset is for non-business accounts. He told me that he is not 100% sure but he wouldn't bank on being able to redeem both. He stated that if I wanted to be sure to get the $99 bundle, i should just cancel my preorder and order directly from samsung.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] Kid84:
Anything change on status or anybody get charge on bank yet ?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] easyguy:
Finally was ale to ordered the S8 Plus. The stupid rep that canceled my regular S8 did not cancel fully, so I had the most difficult time re-ordering.

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You dont have to ask, lol they will be in here bragging if that does happen.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] Nonbiasedhippo:
Lol we won't see any activity for another week or two....

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I love TMO....but their Reps are terrible. You have to go through 2-3 before getting someone who can actually help you. You can call 3 diff people and get 6 diff answers lol
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] CB620:
S8+ prototype with dual camera....
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] CB620:
Retail packaging
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] redhatter:
That Dex offer is one reason i changed to a business line.. and what i was told is i can get both the VR headset and the dex.

Also on that 256sd I had ordered a note 7 but never got it because of the recall but because i had that order in I got the 256sd from samsung

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I changed my order Sat. from a black to silver S8+ but they hose my email address and just got my order in the system today after three phone calls
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] jvianney94:
what does it take to switch over to a business line. did your rate change? my wife and i both use our phones for a side business and i had never really thought about doing this until right this moment. i would really like the dex thing.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] MicroMod777:
Sweet! Send me one! :)))
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] HtcOnekid:
You will probably need a tax ID of your business
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] Bom792:
Is it any Bissness plan that u can get dex ?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] Semantics:
Meant to ask earlier...how does the 99 dollar bundle promo work? Is that something you pre-pay for when you pre-order? I don't remember seeing the option, but it was like 3am when I pre-ordered so I might have missed it.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] redhatter:
The rate stays the same. As for what is required when I called in they said they would need my tax ein for the business ..but also I would have to do the change in a store

But when I went to a T Mo store all thay asked for was my business name.. no tax ein needed

Took me all of 15 min
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] bigmase23:
Look for this on the Note 8..

*Dual Cameras

*Dual Speakers, one on top, one on bottom

*Fingerprint scanner embedded in the home button

*6gb of Ram
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] jdiddy_ub:
Being unsure if you can claim both promos and the fact that you can add the $99 bundle directly to your order from samsung..I canceled my T-Mobile preorder and reordered from Samsung..The dex thing would've been cool but I probably wouldn't have used it much

Hope I don't end up regretting it

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If you order directly from Samsung you choose your promo deal at checkout. If you order from a carrier you need to wait until you have the phone then go to the website to submit a claim...It is assumed that at that point you can choose to pay the extra $99
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] notkiwi:
A rep told me that the earliest they will ship the devices is April 19th... Don't know how true that is thought, but hopefully they will ship way earlier.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] bigmase23:
They have to say that bro...
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] notkiwi:
One even told me that they will ship preorders on the 23rd..........
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] DC2CA:
Anyone know is the S8 will support UHS-II? And is the evo really the best sd card? I'm wondering if there would be a faster 128gb for less than the $99. Although I guess I could flip the headphones. Any thoughts on an sd card? I think speed over capacity is more important to me.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] Kid84:
I called in to fix bill issues and asked them when will TMO start ship device and the guy who answer my phone said they will ship out when they receive stock from Samsung, also he said he pre-ordered too and checking everyday. His estimated ship out around 14-17 before 21 for sure .
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] bamfsig45:
Yes, Please believe what the reps tell you about shipping dates and then post about it. Makes this thread more enjoyable.

Thanks
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] Biker1:
I'm thinking to get the 8+. I currently have the 7 Edge and have been with Tmo for several years.

I've always purchased my phones from Tmo directly.

I'm thinking to pre-order the 8+ from Samsung directly, primarily to save the $130 down, and pay the increased monthly payments.

I'm on the original Jump, including 2 upgrades annually without paying any balance due.

Are there any drawbacks/downsides regarding going directly to Samsung?

Does Samsung check credit or does Tmo as before, and does my plan, including Jump stay the same, including using Jump to pre-order the 8+ and not owe any money on the 7 Edge?
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] haZethew0rld:
Ordered my case on Friday & got it today. Here are some pics comparing it to some of my phones. It's going to be a very comfy phone to hold :)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] Th3Bill:
Will DEFINITELY be more comfortable and fun to use than the smashed screen one! LOL :D
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] christophec:
My business rep confirmed that I will be able to get dex and the Samsung promo. :)
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] jdiddy_ub:
smh..that is the problem with customer service...everyone gives you a difference answer

to throw another curveball...many sites are reporting that the dex promo is only valid on in-store orders...although the tmobile site doesn't mention that
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S8 Guides, News, & Discuss] christophec:
My business rep is a physical person. Meaning that I don't go through customer service. I just call him and he fixes whatever needs to be fix. He often send me promo like free tablet etc etc. They offer a lot to business to be honest. They got me free Netflix, free go daddy, free headphones, plus all the Samsung promo.