Reserving an iPhone 3GS

When I reserve an iPhone to pick it up on June 19th, does that mean that there will be one there held for me? I work that day and I want to know if I can go to the store to pick it up after work at 6 or if all the new iPhones will be sold out by then...
At the bottom of the iPhone information page is says that Pre-authorization doesn't necessarily mean availability in store and they will be sold on a first come first serve basis. I didn't know if Pre-authorization meant reserving or just finding if your account was up for an upgrade...
Any help would be appreciated. Thank you!

I think the only sure way is to order for delivery to you and not a reservation to pickup

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Error 1 is a very bad Hardware Error of the Baseband Chip. There is no fix. If you have Warranty or AppleCare Coverage, make Genius Reservation and take iPhone to Apple for resolution.

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These features are most common due to faulty battery. Make Genius reservation and take iPhone to Apple Store for free quick battery diagnostic testing.

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http://www.apple.com/support/iphone/service/faq/
"Out-of-Warranty Service
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iPhone 3G Out-of-Warranty Service
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Original iPhone Out-of-Warranty Service
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I have a iPhone 3GS second hand (given for christmas 2012). When my iPhone is fully dead, I obviously plug it into my charger, but the problem is, the phone takes 2hours+ to turn back on, and then, it only has like 6%.
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If you back-up your iPhone before taking it for replacement all the information will be stored in iTunes. I don't know about BestBuy purchases, but I believe that no matter where purchased you have to either make a reservation at a Genius Bar at your nearest Apple Store if there is one within a reasonable distance or contact Apple Care. I purchased mine through the Apple online store, but it was replaced at an Apple store which unfortunately is 1 1/2 hours away. But I felt it necessary as the issue was not normal. They don't ask where it was purchased, the serial number is what the go by, and they don't refund then re-purchase. What you will get is a phone from a smaller white sealed box set aside for replacements. At this point none of these are refurbished. If there is not an Apple store close to you and you choose to call Apple Care, be as descriptive as possible. If they agree to replace, they will most likely overnight it to you. You will then have to send your defective phone back in the same box and they will place a hold on your credit card for the amount of the phone until they receive it. Whichever option you choose, be sure to stay calm with person you are speaking to, joke around, etc...You will get better result!
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I have an iPhone 3GS, and it will turn off randomly at times. It will turn off at 40, 60 or even 100% charge (It never makes it to below 40%) I Googled it and it said that I needed to replace my battery, but this NEVER happens when my 3G is switched off?? So is it my battery?

Sure seems to be battery. To be certain, make Genius reservation and take iPhone to Apple Store for free quick battery diagnostic testing.

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Hello Everybody,
So I just "reserved" the new 3Gs, however I am a little puzzled by what exactly this term "reserved" means. I just received a confirmation email from apple thanking me for reserving it, however at the bottom in fine print it reads
"Pre-authorization does not guarantee iPhone availability at an Apple Retail Store. iPhone is sold on a first-come, first-served basis."
So as far as I can tell, reserving it doesn't do didly squat. Am I right here? Will there be a phone waiting for me on the nineteenth or not?

spottedfool wrote:
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Anyway, when I got home, I took out the battery and tested it, and sure enough it still had 3.5v. (I had replaced the battery maybe a year before.) And just for my own edification, I replaced the dock connector, thinking maybe that was the cause. Nope. Still wouldn't even be recognized on USB...let alone itunes.
When I went into Apple store, they confirmed that the phone was probably too old to support the software/change. Fair enough. But apparently, ATT unlocking phones has been problematic. Here's an recent example:
http://www.wsj.com/articles/SB10001424052702303559504579195881629809394
If it happens to you, I suggest demanding a credit from the carrier. ATT gave me $170. I bought a used, factory-unlocked GSM iphone 5s. swappa.com worked great. And going non-contract cut my mobile phone bill by two-thirds.

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Mobile Me $30 Discount: Will AT&T Stores Sell It During Iphone 3GS Launch?
When I was at the Apple Store, they said during the IPhone 3GS Launch you will get a $30 Discount on Mobile Me. Well I'm getting an upgrade through a parent, and I have to buy it at AT&T so I reserved it awhile back. When I go to purchase the IPhone 3GS this Friday will AT&T Stores sell Mobile Me, I really want the discount on it so I can use the "Find My IPhone Application."

No, I don't know. But Amazon has Mobileme for $59.99 right now.
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Might be worth looking at, if you're sure you won't lose your iPhone before it arrives. ;^)
Or download the trial version now.

How much £ dose the iphone 3gs screen cost

how much £ dose the iphone 3gs screen cost

At my Apple Store they still will replace the iPhone 3GS front screen assembly for $99 US. In UK it will be a lower number in £. See if your Apple Store does this. At worst you are looking at a perfect Replacement iPhone 3GS for £ 126.44 at UK Apple Store. Make Genius reservation first to avoid long wait.

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Hey guys,
Was wondering if anyone could help me out and tell me why I can't preorder the iPhone 3GS using my AT&T Business account.
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I just spend 2 hours on hold with Apple and soon as a representative answered my call, it was dropped.
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You and me both, dude. I am 99% sure that it's a business account, since that is where I get directed to when I call ATT. But I know I have a FAN discount through the college. Not much of a FAN right now, though >:-(

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Correct. Make an appointment at http://concierge.apple.com/reservation/us/en/techsupport/. You'll leave with a new phone at the end of your appointment. There is a $49 deductible for an AppleCare Plus replacement when you've had accidental damage (such as the cracked screen you mention).

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I know on June 15th you can pre-order/reserving an iPhone 4. I am a bit unfamiliar with the pre-ordering process.
If you can pre-order and pick it up in the stores, does that only mean it guarantees you one on launch day? Also on launch date will there be a separate lines for pre-orders and non-preorders? (So pre-orders go in the store first?)
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I'd rather deal with Apple. Do they open around 7 A.M to too?

rather not deal with the crazies and people, id order online and get it shipped to my front door. check with your local Apple store for business hours. i remember att opening a little earlier on launch day for the 3GS, idk about Apple though? id asume both will run it alot smoother for everyone.

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