It seems like almost a month ago that we got confirmation that GNex accessories had arrived in Verizon stores. Why in the world did Verizon send accessories to stores weeks before the phone's release???
Make sure that you dust off those accessory boxes when you finally buy them.
Probably because the phone was supposed to be out by now, but they changed their minds.
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I live in Mt Laurel off Rt 38. I actually waited in line at the Verizon on 73 near Cracker Barrel the morning the X came out. It's like 7 minutes away from my house and I have another corporate store 1 mile from my house, but they opened an hour later.
Grew up in Gloucester Township (not city, Blackwood/Laurel Springs area). We aren't quite as dense as North Jersey near New York City (yuck), but we are still very dense around Philly.
Tons of South Jersey love in this thread. I'm originally from Medford Lakes, now in Deptford. Let's all meet at a PJ's and drink our Nexus sorrows away.
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Tons of South Jersey love in this thread. I'm originally from Medford Lakes, now in Deptford. Let's all meet at a PJ's and drink our Nexus sorrows away.
It seems like almost a month ago that we got confirmation that GNex accessories had arrived in Verizon stores. Why in the world did Verizon send accessories to stores weeks before the phone's release???
Make sure that you dust off those accessory boxes when you finally buy them.
They were probably there on time for the intended release date.
When I was directed by Amazon & Verizon to go to a store for a SIM swap, they messed up and activated an existing line on my new device and, blah blah blah... long-story-short: when things were done, they promised to waive my activation fee AND the new line I activated was somehow instantly eligible for an upgrade (shhhh). So maybe you can turn this into something good... y'know, "for your trouble."
Hey thank you for that suggestion. It seems that this was the CostCo reseller's mistake (or perhaps mine for proceeding w/the transaction even when the online forms didn't provide options for my case), but the VZW support person was very apologetic and maybe I can get something out of this.
FWIW, I really don't like this whole business of needing a brand new SIM card every time you activate 4G devices on VZW. My family doesn't upgrade very often, but it shouldn't be a disaster when we do.
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We find anything yet?
Holy shiz.... I LOL'd for realz... j/k
Im excited... in the mean time, my wife got her Razr today... RAZR should be spelt T-E-M-P-T-A-T-I-O-N... Its a solid, and dang quick device. I was floored.
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I'm going to be really honest with you guys. I highly doubt pre-orders will start tomorrow. As you may know I use to be an Assistant Manager for Gamestop for many years. Usually when a new game was going to be available for reserve there would be a conference call the day before from the District Manager(usually early in the day, noon-2pm) letting us know to push it for good numbers. Which was then relayed to the CSR's. Which brings up the fact that nobody with a "source" in VZW has any solid info because there isn't any info to be had. Just my thoughts take it how you will.
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Tons of South Jersey love in this thread. I'm originally from Medford Lakes, now in Deptford. Let's all meet at a PJ's and drink our Nexus sorrows away.
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I'm going to be really honest with you guys. I highly doubt pre-orders will start tomorrow. As you may know I use to be an Assistant Manager for Gamestop for many years. Usually when a new game was going to be available for reserve there would be a conference call the day before from the District Manager(usually early in the day, noon-2pm) letting us know to push it for good numbers. Which was then relayed to the CSR's. Which brings up the fact that nobody with a "source" in VZW has any solid info because there isn't any info to be had. Just my thoughts take it how you will.
My issue with the whole thing is that we haven't heard any info at all from any reliable sources in a while...I'm hoping it means they are just being careful w/ leaks for this launch and really it could be here any day...I'm afraid to think of the negatives(ie major problems w/ the device)
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Tons of South Jersey love in this thread. I'm originally from Medford Lakes, now in Deptford. Let's all meet at a PJ's and drink our Nexus sorrows away.
I'm about 10 minutes south of the Burlington Bristol Bridge off Route 130. I've been to the PJs in Cherry Hill - good times
Tons of South Jersey love in this thread. I'm originally from Medford Lakes, now in Deptford. Let's all meet at a PJ's and drink our Nexus sorrows away.
When I imported my wife from east SJ (Waretown, bay side around LBI) I got her hooked on PJs. The hot and honey wings are the greatest invention ever, though the pulled pork sandwich or crab cake sandwich (when they used snowflake rolls) are up there. I prefer the Haddonfield one the best, but I have a buddy that bounces at the Cherry Hill one and one that tends bar there as well. Either one you pick the female workers are very nice.
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Tons of South Jersey love in this thread. I'm originally from Medford Lakes, now in Deptford. Let's all meet at a PJ's and drink our Nexus sorrows away.
Please give me 2 hours warning and directions. I am coming.
My issue with the whole thing is that we haven't heard any info at all from any reliable sources in a while...I'm hoping it means they are just being careful w/ leaks for this launch and really it could be here any day...I'm afraid to think of the negatives(ie major problems w/ the device)
I agree totally. I would actually be surprised if we dont hear anything by the end of the week.
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I'm going to be really honest with you guys. I highly doubt pre-orders will start tomorrow. As you may know I use to be an Assistant Manager for Gamestop for many years. Usually when a new game was going to be available for reserve there would be a conference call the day before from the District Manager(usually early in the day, noon-2pm) letting us know to push it for good numbers. Which was then relayed to the CSR's. Which brings up the fact that nobody with a "source" in VZW has any solid info because there isn't any info to be had. Just my thoughts take it how you will.
I somewhat agree with you, but, doesn't Verizon do pre-orders online? Maybe you can't pre-order in the store, so, only corporate would need to know that it's going to happen. Also, Verizon doesn't want to push this phone, that is pretty clear at this point.
I am doubtful that we'll see anything tomorrow, but, at this point, nothing would surprise me.
Medford is the only one in NJ I haven't been too. Only been to the township (Washington) one for lunch a few times. Maple Shade is good if you don't like crowds and has a some what manageable parking lot which is sacrilege for PJs.
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I'm about 10 minutes south of the Burlington Bristol Bridge off Route 130. I've been to the PJs in Cherry Hill - good times
Been on that bridge twice (15 minutes away)... it really scares my wife and I don't blame her.
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When I imported my wife from east SJ (Waretown, bay side around LBI) I got her hooked on PJs. The hot and honey wings are the greatest invention ever, though the pulled pork sandwich or crab cake sandwich (when they used snowflake rolls) are up there. I prefer the Haddonfield one the best, but I have a buddy that bounces at the Cherry Hill one and one that tends bar there as well. Either one you pick the female workers are very nice.
No worries, the wings will accomplish the same thing. It's a win win.
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Cherry Hill or Medford plz
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I'm about 10 minutes south of the Burlington Bristol Bridge off Route 130. I've been to the PJs in Cherry Hill - good times
The one in Cherry Hill on 70 is the one I usually end up at, now that the one in Lakes isn't within walking distance anymore. Tends to be a middle point for most people.
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When I imported my wife from east SJ (Waretown, bay side around LBI) I got her hooked on PJs. The hot and honey wings are the greatest invention ever, though the pulled pork sandwich or crab cake sandwich (when they used snowflake rolls) are up there. I prefer the Haddonfield one the best, but I have a buddy that bounces at the Cherry Hill one and one that tends bar there as well. Either one you pick the female workers are very nice.
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I remember doing the sign-up for the Bionic... They sent an email about it prior to posting the Bionic on their website. Maybe, just maybe we will hear something soon... I mean the original sign-up for google, Samsung and Verizon, then not use all those precious email addresses?
I'm going to be really honest with you guys. I highly doubt pre-orders will start tomorrow. As you may know I use to be an Assistant Manager for Gamestop for many years. Usually when a new game was going to be available for reserve there would be a conference call the day before from the District Manager(usually early in the day, noon-2pm) letting us know to push it for good numbers. Which was then relayed to the CSR's. Which brings up the fact that nobody with a "source" in VZW has any solid info because there isn't any info to be had. Just my thoughts take it how you will.
Yea but this is Verizon. They seem to think it's more important to keep it secret then have their employees informed.
What do you think is better? Order pre-release or pickup on day of release in-store?
I prefer instant gratification and making sure everything is in-line with my unlimited data. So, In-store for me. However, if they start putting stuff on it I will become Incredible Hulk. NO ONE touches it. Let alone put dumb apps on it I will never use.
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Medford is the only one in NJ I haven't been too. Only been to the township (Washington) one for lunch a few times. Maple Shade is good if you don't like crowds and has a some what manageable parking lot which is sacrilege for PJs.
Been on that bridge twice (15 minutes away)... it really scares my wife and I don't blame her.
I feel her pain. I take it everyday to and from work.
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I prefer instant gratification and making sure everything is in-line with my unlimited data. So, In-store for me. However, if they start putting stuff on it I will become Incredible Hulk. NO ONE touches it. Let alone put dumb apps on it I will never use.
I've rarely have that issue w/ my Verizon store...for my thunderbolt they just activated the 4g similar card, put it in, and handed the phone too me...now my D1 was a different story but I needed the help there(1st android device)
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