Upgrade to smart phone

I am looking to upgrade to a smart phone have been to the Verizon store as well as a Costco store. The prices at Costo as well as add ons are far better.
Is there any downside to dealing with Costco versus a Verizon owned store( warranties etc)?

For the last 2 years or 3 years my family & I have done our upgrades through Costco. It was been excellent and no problems. You have the 30 day policy still which means you have 30 days to test out the phone. If you don't like it or something is wrong with it you can exchange it for another new phone. Warranty is still the same (1 year of warranty).

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Early Termination for Upgrading to Smart Phones

I am really frustrated with Verizon right now. I have plan with several smart phones and 2 basic phones. I wanted to upgrade these 2 phones to Smart Phones. I couldn't imagine that this would be an issue. Verizon only earns more money by having me purchase smart phones instead of basic phones. I was told that I can't upgrade until September when the contract on these basic phones is up unless I want to pay a $175 early termination fee per phone. I understand that in general, you need people to stay with the contract for the 2 years in order to cover the price of the phone they were given. In this case, these are cheap phones. I'm sure they have been paid for many times over in the past year. If I upgrade, verizon will be getting $40 a month per phone instead of $20 a month per phone. I might even upgrade the Data plan. Instead I am completely trapped until September. $175 Termination fee would be way more than these basic phones are worth. I am tempted to go to another carrier and start a new contract and let these run out - it will actually cost me less to pay the bill for these phones and not use them than to pay for an early termination fee. Or maybe I'll try one of the comanies that offers to pay your termination fee. Verizon - you are not making sense! P.S. If you want my basic phones back, you can have 'em.

Unfortunately Joe, VZW can't bend the rules just to satisfy you or anyone else. I know you may think that it would be only smart for them to let you out to get another phone plan that will yield them more revenue. However, they're not seeing it that way in your case. Rule are rules regardless of if we like them or not. I upgraded my iP5 to an iP6+ in September. I was less than 2 months on the end of of current 2 year agreement...but because I used Early EDGE I had to give away my phone, which I was 2 months from owning outright, back to VZW for absolutely no compensation just to enjoy the offer of Early EDGE. Fair...maybe not to most. Some people would think that VZW should have just let them out since they were so close to the end...but I didn't see it that way. I understood my agreement when I signed up and therefore I knew I had to uphold my end of the bargain. My point is, VZW makes exceptions for a lot of things...but I've never really heard anyone on here say that they've bumped up an upgrade just because they were asked by the consumer. Best of luck to you with your next carrier...but be advise that I don't think many other carriers are going to bump your upgrade date just because you ask...they'll inform you that if you plan to upgrade earlier than 2 years then you'd probably want to try their version of EDGE...(i.e. Next, JUMP, or Easy Pay)

Upgrade to smart phone with discount.

Hello, first time poster here!
I have a Samsung myshot A, and I have an upgrade available that allows me to have discounted prices. (I am not sure how to know if it is an annual or contract related upgrade)
Anyways, I'm looking at a couple Droids and the iPhone. Do I have a discount there at all? Can I see what my discount is getting me?
Also, I have $40 to put into a phone for a monthly payment. The droid and iPhone require data packs. I would also want unlimited texts. What is the cheapest texting service that provides unlimited texting to Verizon? Is it the same for both iPhone and other smartphones?
Lastly, I've been searching the forums and see that there is an option to purchase a smartphone, then replace the data plan, with a data block? (cheaper supposedly). Is there truth to that? Is there something illegitimate about it?
Thanks!

HATRIX wrote:
Hello, first time poster here! Welcome!
I have a Samsung myshot A, and I have an upgrade available that allows me to have discounted prices. (I am not sure how to know if it is an annual or contract related upgrade) Anytime you upgrade at a discounted price, you sign a new contract; in other words, all discounts are contract related...
Anyways, I'm looking at a couple Droids and the iPhone. Do I have a discount there at all? Can I see what my discount is getting me? If you log on to your account, and click on "upgrade", you will be shown prices for 2 yr, 1 yr, and no contract. Based on the length of the contract you sign, the discounts vary. For the iPhone you will pay $199 (16GB) or $299 (32 GB) on a 2 yr contract. You can go to the phone listings and check the various Droids for their upgrade prices.
Also, I have $40 to put into a phone for a monthly payment. That will cover the data plan for a Droid or the iPhone, plus your shared line if you are on a family plan. If you are looking for an individual plan, $40 isn't going to get you more than a simple basic phone with 450 minutes of call time, and no texting. The droid and iPhone require data packs. I would also want unlimited texts. What is the cheapest texting service that provides unlimited texting to Verizon? Is it the same for both iPhone and other smartphones? Texting bundles give you limited texts to other carriers, with bundles of $10 or more giving you unlimited Verizon to Verizon texts. Add $30 to your voice plan for unlimited texts to all carriers. The same texting plan can be added to any phone.
Lastly, I've been searching the forums and see that there is an option to purchase a smartphone, then replace the data plan, with a data block? (cheaper supposedly). Is there truth to that? No - a smartphone requires the unlimited data plan. There were a few select phones that you could do that with, but it was a limited data plan for $9.99 (25 MB) and it only applied to specific phones. Is there something illegitimate about it? Not illegitimate, just not an option for most.
Thanks!
To sum up, a Doid or iPhone is going to cost you up to $200 or more, discounted (the full retails prices are $500 or more) and your monthly plan, with unlimited texting, is going to run you $100 or so, if you are on an individual plan. On a family plan, you can be an add-a-line for $9.99, add a texting bundle for $10 or $20, (unless the family plan is Talk & Text and already has the unlimited texting on all phones), and add your data plan for $29.99. That;s the only way I see you getting this for $40.
Hope this has been helpful....

I have what I consider the best smart phone on the market, but I resently upgraded my Windows Vista PC to Windows 8 and my Itunes went away. Is there anything that I did wrong or aren't the two compatible?

I have what I consider the best smart phone. I recently upgraded my PC from Windows Vista to Windows 8 and my Itunes went away. Did I do something wrong or aren't the two compatible?

If the update did not preserve all your Applications you may simply have to download iTunes again and instrall it on Windows 8.
There's nothing strange about an update not preserving installed Applications.

Still getting conflicting answers about upgrading a line to smart phone

A the risk of incurring the ire of some people, I simply feel compelled to restate my question about converting a basic (existing line) phone to a smart phone after 6/28. My question is sincere not asked in a cynical way, and I am still unsure of the answer because of differing answers even within the official ranks of verizon. I understand all the elements of the 'awesome' new share plan (even though I prefer to avoid it for now). So, if anyone knows where to find the specific documentation that refers to this would you please offer links to said documents. Direct answers, even from people who Identify themselves as support personnel (here in forums) have as recently as yesterday, been shown wrong. While I offer thanks to anyone just for the effort of replying I would prefer authoritative responses, and here again, individuals have (as often as support reps) given accurate answers. Simply stated once more I would like to know "When I need to upgrade my daughters phone In AUGUST, from a basic phone to a smart phone will verizon allow me to purchase the phone upgrade AND add 2gb data package for 30$". There would seem to be no ambiguity in the question, however in the face of opposing answers it just defies logic . The ONLY reason I am confused is because verizon reps have at been odds with each other. Documents are more reassuring and if anyone can offer links I would appreciate it. I have even considered acquiring a phone from outside vzw but had been told even that avenue would not allow me to add a data package to my EXISTING account. Truth oh truth how illusive thou be.
P.S. strictly for the sake of discussion, I will say that my viewpoint of the low quality of VZW customer service reflects this and other instances of inaccurate and false answers from this company. They just get it wrong too much to have a high rating from me even though others may have had different experiences.

http://solutions.vzwshop.com/shareeverything/?intcmp=VZW-VNT-SE-PLANRECMND
Scroll down to "tell me more". Last question. "I have an unlimited data plan on my account. Do I need to change it?"
"You're not required to move to Share Everything but if you do, unlimited data will not be retained on your line. As a Verizon Wireless customer you have choices when you upgrade at discounted pricing. You can choose from a standalone data package starting at $30 for 2GB or a Share Everything Plan. If keeping unlimited is important to you, you can choose to upgrade and pay full retail price for the phone."
I imagine that this would be the same as upgrading a basic phone to a smart phone. You can add a data package to the line you are upgrading (that it currently does not have) and it won't affect the unlimited on your Droid's line(s). It's only when you try to upgrade the lines that currently have unlimited that you won't be able to keep the unlimited data. You can choose to move everybody on the plan to a shared data plan, or move to a tiered data plan. You just can't keep unlimited when you upgrade at a discounted price.

I currently have a basic phone but I would like to switch to a smart phone. I don't have an upgrade right now and none of the other phones on the plan have an upgrade either (4 phones in total, 2 smart phones and 2 basic). Is it possible to get a phone fr

I currently have a basic phone but I would like to switch to a smart phone. I don't have an upgrade right now and none of the other phones on the plan have an upgrade either (4 phones in total, 2 smart phones and 2 basic). Is it possible to get a phone from a 3rd party, instead of buying a phone from Verizon at full price, to switch with the basic phone?

i have a basic prepaid phone and was given a samsung android verizon gave me several options from going to a contract or doing prepaid or month to month even got a free sim card

Upgrading a basic phone to smart phone without 'Share Everything'

I have older Family Share Plan containing basic phones, as well as smart phones (with tiered 2GB/$30 monthly data). When they are eligible for upgrade, will any new smart phones added to the plan be able to receive the same 2GB/$30 data that other phones currently on my plan receive?
The more unreasonable options seem to be requiring every single person on the plan to switch into Share Everything, or booting the person looking to get a smartphone out of the plan. Neither of these are a viable option.
Thanks for any help clearing this up!

The $30 per month is for 2 GB of data, in addition to whatever you are paying per month for voice/text/insurance/taxes, etc. When you do switch, if you aren't aware of it, do it on the first day of your billing cycle so that you don't run into proration.
And some people are reporting that some Corporate stores try to convince people that they'll save money on the Share Everything plan. Some will save money, some won't. Just do your homework, know what plan you want, and read your new contract before signing!

Upgrading from a feature phone to smart phone

I have a feature phone with a 75mb data plan that is pre share everything plan and we are not interested in switching to the share everything plan. I'm wondering what I have for options for a data, if anything, if I want to upgrade to a smart phone. I will not be upgrading my line, just buying a phone second hand. Any insight would be helpful.

You can stay on your old plan even with an upgrade. The only ones that had to buy a phone at full price are the ones on Unlimited. Anyways the data options for smartphones with the old pricing are 2 GB for $30, 5 GB for $50 and 10 GB for $80. Overages are $10 per GB.

Upgraded to 10 GB for our 3 smart phones. 2 basic phones now $20 higher?

We have 3 smart phones and 2 basic phones on our plan. When we upgraded to 10 GB for the smart phones, the basic rates went up $20 per phone. Why? Basic phones do not use data.

Looks like you'd get the $10 off of the basic phone whether on Edge or not. You say basic went up by $20 each? So you were paying $10 per basic line? Whenever you make a plan change that affects all lines like a package deal, you may give up aspects of your old plan. Basic phones do use data, or at least the CAN. Even a single basic phone by itself on More Everything is $20 for the line and $20 for 500 MB of data or $5 for 700 min and pay as you go data.

Can I transfer upgrade from non-smart phone to smartphone

We have a family plan. With 1 smartphone and 1 non-smartphone.
non-Smartphone is eligible for new discounted phone now.
Smartphone is eligible for discounted phone in January-2013.
Can I transfer the credit from non-smartphone to smartphone and get a new smartphone?
And then in January get another smartphone with he original credit?
Can I do this without any changes to my monthly fees? And continue with 1 smartphone and one non-smart phone on my plan?

Yes you can, there is a loophole to the system. Here's what you want to do. First, upgrade the basic phone to whatever smart phone you want, if it's a 4g phone you want to order 2 SIM cards, because the one that's sent with the basic number will be stuck to that number, so when you switch back the basic phone, with the original monthly charge, then you can keep unlimited data if you have it, AND have the smartphone to replace the smartphone! (Keep in mind you will extend the basic phone's contract by an additional 2 years if you do this) By the way, the reason you want to do this way instead of an alternate upgrade, AKA "transfer upgrade", is because you will lose unlimited data that way. There are three ways you can keep it. One, buy a Certified Pre-owned Device from Verizon, two, buy a phone at full-retail price, and three, buy a used phone from some other retailer or user (aka craigslist or ebay). This option falls under the "other retailer or user" because the other number "used" the phone. Good luck!

Should I upgrade to a Smart Phone?

I've been eligible for an upgrade for quite some time, but haven't done so because I like my current device. But now the device is wearing out so I am preparing to upgrade. I like the appearance of many of the smart phones. But I only use my phone for voice calls, a few texts per year, some web browsing (especially watching youtube videos) and lots of email. In fact I use the phone more for email than all other tasks combined. I currently have the 25MB pkg but am not using that much data.
With Verizon's new pricing structure, a smart phone plan would cost me only a few dollars more than a basic phone plan. So I'm asking, is it worth it for me to get a smart phone even though I would not be using apps, listening to/downloading music, or even using the camera? And if so, what kind of phone would you suggest? I like having a physical keyboard, and I've read that the Pantech Marauder is a good phone for "beginners" like myself.

Good point, lewisr13. Currently I am on the cheapest voice plan, 39.99/month for 450 minutes and the 9.99/month data pkg. So that's $50/month + taxes. I absolutely love the (basic) device I have...but after 3 years it is wearing out. The colors on the screen are now all reddish and sometimes change to bluish. And sometimes there's "static" during voice calls. When the phone breaks I will have no choice but a get a new one, whether with Verizon or with some other carrier. I plan to stay with Verizon. If I switch carriers I'd have the activation fee + the cost of a new device (although that could be free too). To stay with Verizon I'd have the $30 updgrade fee but also a loyalty discount on a new device (which could be free anyway).
So now my options are: (1) purchase a device at full price and keep my current plan. (2) get a new basic phone at a discounted price or even free and get on the cheapest Share Everything Plan which would be I think $70 + taxes. Or maybe it's $60 + taxes. (3) For just a little more $, get a smartphone at a discounted price or even free and get on the Share Everything Plan.
On the Share Everything Plan I'd have Unlimited minutes.
As Jennifer mentioned, there are many services and features out there that I don't even know about. I am sure I will use some of these. As far as the higher cost....everything is going up but at least in this case I'll be getting something for my money. Most other things -such as gas - we're simply paying more for the same amount of the same item.

I am eligible for an upgrade on my basic phone that I own. Since there are only a small amount of basic phones, is it possible to own a smart phone but without a data plan?

There are only two basic phone with full keyboard that is available online, but was hoping that it would be possible for me to own a smart phone without needing a data plan.

You can own and use a smartphone on wifi only, without a data plan, but you will not have the capability to use it as a phone on Verizon's network. To activate a smartphone and have calling (phone) capability, yes, you do need to have a data plan for the smartphone line. You CAN have a minimal data plan, and use it on wifi primarily - but yoju DO need a data plan.

Can I transfer Tungsten E2 data to a new Palm Pre 2 smart phone?

I'm looking to upgrade from a Palm Tungsten E2 + an old cell phone to one device - a new smart phone. I have Verizon, and they offer the Palm Pre 2. The question is whether I will be able to transfer my address book and calendar (and a few other items) from my Tungsten E2 onto the new phone. I also have a 3rd party cookbook and a shopping list application that I would love to transfer too. Not holding out much hope for those though.
If anybody has any reviews of the Palm Pre 2 phone I'd love to hear those too!
Thanks!
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No, I don't use Outlook to synch. I've always synched with the Palm desktop s/w. I've considered synching to Outlook, but I wasn't sure if my E2 could synch the memos and to do apps as well. Thanks. My Palm desktop s/w ver is 4.1.4.
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Yahoo and Fox News page on Mozilla look like smart phone pages

After downloading the OS X Mountain Lion upgrade. I pulled up my Mozilla Browser and went to Yahoo.com and FoxNews.com and the page loads like a smart phone web page. It's the only two like that. Anyone know how to get the web version of those pages back?
Thanks

My problem is now solved. I cleared my browsing history, cache and the web pages are now working properly. Thanks for your help.

Replacing an phone - not a smart phone

I currently have a plan on which I have 3 smart phone with unlimited data. I have 2 non-smart phones. One of the non-smart phones is broken and I want to replace it with one I bought on e-bay. If I replace this phone will it effect my unlimited data on my smart phones?

PHL, no worries, I can address your equipment change concerns. Your Unlimited data plan will not be affected or removed if you activate a device that you acquired from a third party.
If you upgrade to a new device with promotional pricing, the Unlimited data plan will be removed and you will be moved to a current data plan offered or the Share Everything plan. Have you seen our new Share Everything plans yet? Our new plans may work best for you. Check them out. Click http://bit.ly/xdDajD ^LH

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