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[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] zaydenQ:
Tried again after midnight as some suggested. Same problem. Ineligible. Have DMed Samsung India on twitter but not expecting a reply anytime soon.

Also if we can redeem till 31/03 hope we get the stock even if it expires.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] krkdesigns:
I wrote an email to Samsung support and cc'ed all Samsung email address I could find online 🤣. Korea, US, Global, CEO Email address, careers, press what not alias. I purchased S21 Ultra using the VIP Pass as soon as the phone was available for order from the Samsung Shop app. I am surely not treated as a VIP 😂. This is bizarre and so shameful from Samsung. I think if everyone sends an email with the same alias it would be fun. It's been more than 72+ hours since the phone was activated.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] nick191:
I am not even able to check whether I am eligible or not! It says "error please try again later" !!! Although it's not been 3 days for me !!! So I need to wait... If anyone gets offer who bought from Samsung Shop please do post !!! I think they are going phased wise, Offline stores first then Samsung Shop app. Anyways we just have to wait and see what happens!
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] adie95:
Today I am getting another error message. It is: "Please enter a valid IMEI of your current device", when I click on SEE IF I'M ELIGIBLE and enter my IMEI.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] krkdesigns:
I already explained in the previous comments. It's for S21 and not S21 Ultra.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] twisted_mind:
Yeah man same here. Ordered on the samsung site and got on 25th morning itself. This is soo bad ☹️
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] lokesh534:
On 22nd pre-ordered s21U 256gb in amazon. It is still in "preparing to dispatch" stage from 28th morning. I live in Chennai so not sure why it is taking so long to ship/deliver the phone. Normal booking have next day delivery while those who pre-ordered haven't received the phone yet.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] adie95:
Same here, ordered from samsung.com.. Did anyone contact their helpline regd. this?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] twisted_mind:
Planning to call them on monday if I continue to be ineligible even by then.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] zaydenQ:
Called their helpline number multiple times but not available. I think we can only call on Monday.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Sukrith:
I don't think you can... That is possible with that smart tag plus or pro or whatever that is called! In this I think it'll tell you when you are near it! This will be really popular with hide and seek enthusiasts!🤭
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] 4nd3r50n:
Pre-ordered the phone and the phone cover. Phone cover has arrived.. no movement on the phone at all! :(
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] karan2012:
Hi everyone any feedback for samsung official protective case. Or is spigen better.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] krkdesigns:
Mine is getting delivered tomorrow. It's a free Smart Clear case which comes with VIP pass. Will keep you updated.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] karan2012:
Vip pass as in?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] krkdesigns:
You were eligible to purchase Samsung VIP pass event by paying 2000 INR for pre-order. Which you could then redeem when ordering the phone. As a surprise gift, they are giving you Smart Clear Case free with s21 ultra. Nothing much special about it apart from the Case which is good I guess. I still haven't got the offer to redeem even though I got the phone on 25th and activated it.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] kannanX10:
My prebook redemption order is packed and ready to be shipped
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] krkdesigns:
Does it show exclusive for s21 ultra or just s21 pre book.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] sagarb:
you suppose get clear case with pen right for VIP pass?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] krkdesigns:
No it's without the pen. Just the case.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Sukrith:
I was thinking of it... But then after seeing reviews of it for the note 20 ultra and all I decided to go for spigen as spigen has a raised area around the camera!
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] kailash19:
Got the case. Its good, a bit bulky but ok.

Might be an issue while taking photos as need to have flap open.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] sagarb:
I think silicone cover is good but currently out of stock black one.my personal experience is ringkee fusion-x its awsome used in s20 and note 20 ultras droped 2-3 times holds well and light fits comfortably.this time im buying both ringkee fusion-x and official silicone cover with pen.regarding spigen I never used till date any phones
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] krkdesigns:
The official case with the pen will look good if you buy the pen too. If not you'll get free dust everyday in the pen holder and may have to clean it often.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] kannanX10:
It showed just S21 prebook offers,nothing specifying ultra
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] sagarb:
they bundled both pen and case right? saw us-region review still not available anywhere in my local places also official website. need to wait few weeks to get one.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] piyush7243:
Mine landed today. Have yet to reach home and check. Preorder on 24th
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] bala_gamer:
Redeemed the 10k offer yesterday where it showed delivery by 10th February, its now packed and shipped, expected delivery before 2nd February. That's crazy fast from Samsung
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] kannanX10:
packaged in the morning and now its already shipped,so will receive it on monday............did u order buds pro?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] hardshock:
Is any one else's phone getting heated up even while doing regular tasks such as browsing web? With the camera, its even worse. It heats up a lot in minutes.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] bala_gamer:
Yes kannan, buds pro. Fun part is that they are shipping it from a place which is some 30 odd kms from my place
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] krkdesigns:
Yes after the last update, I had the Bluetooth and VPN enabled for gaming, phone was extremely hot and the battery was losing juice quick.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Kiran-Kumar:
Watch active 2 orders might get delayed considering the volume. My expected delivery is by 8th of Feb.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] 2015Ducatimulti:
I preordered the LaterCase cyber edition, covers the camera bump and its still thin so it doesn`t add bulk to the S21 Ultra, I did pre-ordered the S21 ultra 512gb black, got 260.00 credit to use so I use it towards the galaxy active 2 44mm black. says ship the 27th .
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Sukrith:
Samsung 1st part cases are always expensive!😖 I wanted something that shows off the phantom silver color... But ya, except Spigen and a company called ESR no other cases are put! So I'm leaning towards the Spigen Ultra Hybrid or the clear protective case from Samsung. Not sure which is safer as I am a bit clumsy 😅
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Sukrith:
But it's not that protective against drops right? That's why I don't go for thin cases! Don't want to waste the complete money like that!🥺
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Kiran-Kumar:
Thanks, pre ordered the later cyber edition case. Last time I checked they did not ship to India, they do now.

Pre orders ship only in Feb :(
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Kiran-Kumar:
Infact very thin case with almost zero drop protection.

I usually prefer these coz of in hand feel, also I take care of my phones really well.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] zaydenQ:
Does anyone here have any experience with Galaxy Forever and Galaxy Assured programmes?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Kiran-Kumar:
I have been asking the same questions, dont think anybody here opted for it.

I visited multiple cafes to understand it further to suppress my urge for a new phone every 3-4 months :p

There is nothing special about it, it is as good as buying a Samsung phone on your credit card emi for 18 months with Care+ for one year, plus some caveats.

- You cannot preclose the 11 months emi (you cannot sell your device during the term, if you do, you continue to pay the full amount until 18 months)

- You are not eligible for the prelaunch cashback offers, you pay for the full device cost.

- Payment is through Samsung Finance app only....when you find time just read its reviews on Playstore.

- After 11 months you are limited to upgrade, to only a list of eligible GFE devices, decided by Samsung (none of the foldable phones are part of it yet).
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] zaydenQ:
Hahaha. So it's basically a load of bollocks. Flipkart also has this program called Flipkart assured where they are giving the preorder offers. We can 'rent' the phone for a year for 72k (512GB) and 64K (256GB). And also getting the Active 2 which makes the phone 50-57k approx to rent for a year. Apparently 2 out of every 5 purchases on flipkart for Samsung is happening through this program.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] nick191:
Has anyone here made a payment using HDFC card on Samsung Shop App ? I am unable to see any option to make payment using EMI also I am not seeing any discount of Rs.10K being applied there !

I am clubbing the order with Exchange offer + 2K off with coupon !

Need to place the order but facing this strange issue!
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Kiran-Kumar:
I did on Samsung Shop, You cannot club exchange and cashback offer, either one only.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Kiran-Kumar:
Oh I dint know this....basically its a rebranded program by Samsung :LOL:
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Kiran-Kumar:
Visited one of the Samsung Cafe to checkout the Ultra, its stunning in real.

The matte black frosted glass back, complimenting black frame, subtle curve and the contour camera cut are all class.

But the sad news is 512GB will not be available this month, only after 1st week of Feb.

Need to wait 20 more days :(

I'm now tempted to get the 256GB on 25th Jan, if available.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] nick191:
Thanks for the response, now I see EMI option.

Also do you have any idea if we can purchase comprehensive protection plan of 2 years after making the purchase of the phone ?

I am thinking of utilising Flipkart Smart Upgrade offer as of now by paying just Rs.65,000/-
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Dpk1:
Hi all! I was trying to pre book s21 ultra 16+512 gb from a local store but apparently it is not available for pre booking at present and is "out of stock"! I checked online through samsung website and samsung shop app, they too are showing it out of stock. Is it just me or anybody else facing this weird issue? Feels like I am trying to buy a Oneplus flagship, which is not good.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Kiran-Kumar:
I haven't done that before, always bought it with the device, Can you check adding your device here?

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[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Kiran-Kumar:
Same.....I made the last booking online before it went out of stock day before yesterday. :p

I called Samsung Opera house today to check if I can get it earlier, they said it will be available only by 5th of Feb.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Dpk1:
Lucky you! At present, the only option left to buy S21 ultra 16+512 is through third party online retailers (flipkart), which I am not very keen about!
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] nick191:
It is possible
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] nick191:
Why you are not fine with Flipkart or Amazon ? Just wondering if I am missing anything!
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Dpk1:
I've had horrible experience in past with flipkart. Amazon experience has been good so far. But the big concern is the delivery of anything pre booked has been quicker through samsung stores (offline and online) vs the third party online retailers. Also, there is additional 2k off if you purchase through Samsung shop app.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] karan2012:
Anybody able to order the 25w travel adapter from Samsung shop it's showing for 1300rs but order is not processing while retailers are selling the same for 1700 bucks.?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] nick191:
I am not even seeing 25W charger in Samsung Shop App!
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] nick191:
People are concerned about shipping and delivery and we are here not even able to check for the eligibility! :rolleyes:
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] karan2012:
Check in the Samsung shop it's showing over there
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Virgo_Guy:
That's a glitch, yet to be fixed.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] karan2012:
Let's hope the glitch is for ordering only not prices 🤞
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] nick191:
I just bought the charger last week for Rs.1849/- and now Samsung have reduced the MRP of it to Rs.1699/- and now giving the offer of Rs.1299/- ! That's total difference of Rs.550/- WTH is wrong with them ! 😑
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] piyush7243:
How do I order the galaxy active 2 now?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] sasha8200:
One of my friend is getting error " Given IMEI is not activated. He is using phone from 2 days
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] twisted_mind:
Bro I am sitting here activated since 930am on 25th but still not eligible. 😂😂😂
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] krkdesigns:
I just got the Smart Clear View Case delivered. Its good if you do not use the game for gaming and intensive camera operations. But the phone looks extra premium with the case.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] adie95:
Cool, my clear view cover shipped today. But still getting the not eligible response for the pre book offer redemption.

As for the heating issue, it does reach close to 38-40C when using the camera. I think/hope future updates will fix the issue.

The 1299 charger does not have the cable included, hence the low price.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Kiran-Kumar:
@sagarb

You purchased ADLD? I'm planning to get screen replacement atleast for 2.6k.

We missed the free corporate offer.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] krkdesigns:
I guess you got the watch and smart tag, did you see the offer specific to S21 Ultra or just the same S21 Pre Book offer everyone's seeing?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] adie95:
Redemption is now working! But the watch is out of stock!! :mad:

Will it come back in stock or not?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] sagarb:
yes we missed I got pretty good deal s21ultra 90k 9months with pre-order.we coulda saved few thousand but for that we need to miss watch and tag so win win.as far adld im thinking to skip this time.fold 3 will be best next flagship need to look out that😂😂.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] adie95:
I called them and they were like they don't know if it will come back in stock or not. so just keep checking frequently and there is plenty of time before 31st Mar.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] krkdesigns:
Write an email. Keep them pushing
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Kiran-Kumar:
Nothing specific as such...same s21 prebook offer others are seeing.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Kiran-Kumar:
I was thinking the same, felt it is unnecessary now after usimg the phone for a few days.

Btw my watch is packaged and ready to be shipped....but no update on the smart tag.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] krkdesigns:
The Samsung store now shows the redemption offer, but the watch is out of stock.

Am going ninja on Samsung email threads now.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] zaydenQ:
So what we all feared has happened. The watch is out of stock. Wtf.

I want to pressure these idiots too. We should do something together, I guess.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] krkdesigns:
There was a reason why I purchased VIP pass
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Kiran-Kumar:
May be the initial stocks were cleared.

They will for sure get the stocks back as the offer is basically to do cleanup and get us ready for watch active 3/4 which already is rumoured to sense blood sugar levels.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] zaydenQ:
Yeah same. Didn't blindly purchsse the the VIP pass for this.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] krkdesigns:
Offer is only for Active Watch 2 BT version.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] adie95:
Keep us posted if they reply with anything useful.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] sagarb:
same here packed and ready to ship :)
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] lokesh534:
Did anyone pre order from amazon? Did the phone got delivered?

My order is on "Preparing for dispatch" stage since 28th Jan Morning.

Amazon is now saying the seller didn't get the money(amount got deducted from my side) from bank so the order is on hold since 22nd Jan and I should get the phone by 7th Feb. This has never happened before so I'm not sure if this is possible or amazon is just providing fake reasons.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Kiran-Kumar:
Better we keep muted for sometime about the shipment/delivery status as emotions are already flared.

Edit: I was right in cancelling my 512gb online order and getting the 256gb offline.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] sagarb:
yea between their is drastic battery drain after update :(
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Kiran-Kumar:
I hear people say this after update...but not much for me as I have disabled most apps using CCSWE app manager. Using with 120hz wqhd.

But with camera I feel the back panel getting little more warm these days.

Did you check the running services under developer options?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] sagarb:
i

is that app worth of 220? yes that Google Play services and YouTube venaced both take 50% of my battery
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Kiran-Kumar:
One of my friend was a multi brand distributor, heard from him, last time for Note 20 series the buds plus stock was called back sighting the prebook freebies.

They will surely open for orders again but the pain is not knowing when and waste our time refreshing the app every now and then.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Kiran-Kumar:
Very much worth acc to me, same here....Vanced eating up battery, so i signed out and disabled microg...now back to normal.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] krkdesigns:
I just had a long conversation with a supervisor from the redemption team. He said the Pre Book documentation may be wrong and they had a problem, I was shocked by his typical answers. I asked for his manager and he denied after arguing for 10 minutes. He had already given me a complaint number in the morning. He said he'll follow up with the Head office and he'll give me a call back tomorrow. He said the stock will be back soon and we have to wait 5-7 days and keep checking the app. Insane.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] sagarb:
than how you using YouTube without signing in?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Kiran-Kumar:
I switch between Youtube premium and vanced .
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Kiran-Kumar:
@sagarb

My watch got shipped, ETA is 2nd Feb, Tuesday...its shipping out of Delhi, think I should get it on Monday.

Wish Samsung keeps the Smart tag and refund by 990 I paid for the watch :P
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] sagarb:
same here shipped 😛
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] sagarb:
Just need that case with pen than s21 ultra shoping will completes hope they price it below 6k
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] monishvsai:
I have preordered S21 ultra phantom silver On Flipkart ......still its not shipped from the seller.😭😭😭😭 expected delivery was on 30 Jan 2021...but now updated it to 3 Feb.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] krkdesigns:
We surely understand how that feels. Stay strong.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Kiran-Kumar:
Got ringke onyx black case...its very sleek, good grip, adding minimal bulk compared to Spigen Ultra Hybrid and Samsung silicone case.

The best part is it lays flat on the surface...does not rock...very clever design.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Kiran-Kumar:
Are you not waiting for spen pro?

It has all the features including bluetooth control like the Note.

I basically use the pen as camera trigger and sometime as a magic wand to increase and decrease volume :P
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] sagarb:
mine will arrive on Monday ringkee best case for me.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] sagarb:
totally forgot that than I'll wait but dout they will release soon in India will see
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] adie95:
Looks nice! Currently debating b/w getting the Spigen liquid air or this rigke onyx.

How much does it add to the weight? Is the fit and quality comparable to Spigen?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Kiran-Kumar:
Spigen cases add more bulk, ringke hits the right balance.....to compare it with Spigen Ultra hybrid, i feel the phone is much lighter and easy to hold with Ringke.

Fit and quality are top notch, also Spigen has the pricing going against them this time.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] adie95:
Thanks! Looks like i will also buy this then... Seems like great value at 999 compared to Spigen. I really like the design to make the phone lay flat on a surface!
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Rattlesnake3:16:
I ordered the Spigen Thin Fit case last week. Should receive it soon. Let's see how that turns out.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] raikkoni27:
has anyone been able to get the watch active 2 from shop app? shows out of stock for me

can the offer be redeemed at stores rather?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] krkdesigns:
Kindly check the previous comments.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Sukrith:
Can you upload photos of all the sides including the lips?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Sukrith:
People... Just letting everyone who is actually planning on using a Watch Active 2 know... It sucks! The battery is awesome and it does it's functions really good... But in my opinion a Mi Band 4/5 is a way deal than this for sure! I've been using mine since September and the only difference between this and an Mi Band is the call and reply function according to me! The reply function sucks because u have to use the stupid T9 keyboard and once u reply u can't see or do anything more... You'll have to take your phone out! Call function is good if you keep your phone somewhere and you are elsewhere but it distorts a lot! I regret getting it every single day and if I knew all this before, I wouldn't have even gone for this! So just keep it in your mind guys before opening the box because if you open the box, the resale value falls like a rock! If I'm missing some utility of the watch that I am missing please let me know because I would really love it if I could actually start making use of this!
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] nick191:
If anyone who placed the order using Samsung Shop App and have got the pre-book offer kindly post here as for me it is still displaying below error message!
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] drtushar:
I have purchased from amazon. Infact my experience was best. I got the watch first delivered 4 days ago. Got the phone delivered yesterday and the tag will be delivered by Monday.

The seller gave 6k discount. So the effective price was 90872 rs.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] piyush7243:
And here the samsung shop app says, put the correct imei of the device. Wth we don't even know how to copy and paste correctly?
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] krkdesigns:
And with VIP Pass purchase
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] piyush7243:
By the way on a side note, the main camera pics are looking very average due to stupid processing artifacts
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] Kiran-Kumar:
Checkout this video review...
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] krkdesigns:
I thought I was the only one thinking so.

I usually take good pictures with average phone. I had such High expectation with the camera. Its average. Only the resolution of the image is high when you enable 108mp. I don't see crisp detailing. Low light photos are so pathetic compared to iPhone 12 Pro. I really hope a software update can maximise the camera capabilities.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] piyush7243:
I have a OnePlus 8 pro as my other phone to compare and it kills samsung in everything except zoom capabilities. Looks like it's all money being paid for reviews or they are running different camera software version. Looking to see if I can get a good gcam for Exynos versions
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] piyush7243:
Spoiler content hidden.

See the halo behind my kid head. Digital processing at its worse. White balance is completely off as well.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] krkdesigns:
I don't think this camera is any superior to s20 Ultra except for Zoom stability. I compared low light pictures with iPhone 12 Pro and One Plus 6t (yeah) . It's not that great.

The problem is, my friends are waiting for me to show the device so that they can compare it with their flagship devices. I hope I don't get embarrassed after giving them all the hype, lol.
[Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra] krkdesigns:
Look at the noise on S21 Ultra