*Official Galaxy Nexus Pre-Release speculation thread

zx10droid · Dec 12, 2011

COHusker said:
I've tried twice to get the 3G to 4G $100 off. No dice so far.

First CSR said no way.

Second one tried to figure it out but didn't get the approval from her supervisor. She was told that the promotion is ONLY for Chicago.

I'll try again tonight. Denver is in the Midwest, right?

keep trying. i didnt use the code but got the $100 discount noted on my account and im in tennessee

jkc120 · Dec 12, 2011

ttaylor0024 said:
3g to 4g $100 mail in rebate code "CH4GE" is valid (for those skeptical like myself), and expires December 31st. I had the CSR note it on my account, and it can be redeemed either through *611 telesales, or in a Verizon Corporate Store.

I called *611 and asked them about the "Midwest regional 3g to 4g $100 off rebate", they knew nothing. Gave him the code and he instantly found it, gave me the details, and was on my way.

Also, I had 2 CSRs CONFIRM that the device was planned and supposed to launch Friday the 9th, but due to the outage, it was pushed back. They wouldn't say when it was supposed to launch, but my local store said the 15th.

To summarize it all up: Call *611, press 0, say "upgrade", then ask about the "Midwest regional 3g to 4g upgrade promo for $100 off rebate." They will search, most likely not find anything, then give them the code "CH4GE". They will find it, and tell you it must be applied when you purchase the device, but you can have them note your account with the code.

Just like that, the Nexus becomes even better

Thank you! I had called and was denied, but after reading this I tried again. The CSR found it right away and then put a mock order through to see what would happen. It didn't apply it, so she said I would have to bring the mailer with me, but that she did note it on the account. Not holding my breath, but maybe I'll be ok since she did note it in the account. *fingers crossed*

Tinks · Dec 12, 2011

Completely OT:

I'm excited so I have to report this somewhere, and since I've been interacting with you guys pretty much non-stop for a while now I'm reporting it here. I am officially DONE with school. All assignments in, finals done, and graduation is on Friday. I have my glass of wine in hand ready to toast any other soon-to-be graduates and even those just ending a semester. Here's to being done! \(^_^)/

The_Chief · Dec 12, 2011

Me at 8:40 AM Thursday:

Steven58 · Dec 12, 2011

OT You should see my new laptop. It's amazing!

tomato88 · Dec 12, 2011

ttaylor0024 said:
3g to 4g $100 mail in rebate code "CH4GE" is valid (for those skeptical like myself), and expires December 31st. I had the CSR note it on my account, and it can be redeemed either through *611 telesales, or in a Verizon Corporate Store.

I called *611 and asked them about the "Midwest regional 3g to 4g $100 off rebate", they knew nothing. Gave him the code and he instantly found it, gave me the details, and was on my way.

Also, I had 2 CSRs CONFIRM that the device was planned and supposed to launch Friday the 9th, but due to the outage, it was pushed back. They wouldn't say when it was supposed to launch, but my local store said the 15th.

To summarize it all up: Call *611, press 0, say "upgrade", then ask about the "Midwest regional 3g to 4g upgrade promo for $100 off rebate." They will search, most likely not find anything, then give them the code "CH4GE". They will find it, and tell you it must be applied when you purchase the device, but you can have them note your account with the code.

Just like that, the Nexus becomes even better

Is it anyway possible to use that coupon code "CH4GE" in east coast region?

artnsx · Dec 12, 2011

The_Chief said:
Me at 8:40 AM Thursday:

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lol make sure you fog up the window with your nostrils like the kid is doing, it'll make you look even creepier

COHusker · Dec 12, 2011

zx10droid said:
keep trying. i didnt use the code but got the $100 discount noted on my account and im in tennessee

Tried again. No luck. Going to try every hour until I go to bed! Just kidding. Or am I. It's freaking $100!!!!

RookTheKlown · Dec 12, 2011

Just called a local store for an unrelated issue, and got some non-news.
After dealing with my issue, I mentioned that I was hoping to come in Thursday for my upgrade. The woman said that she didn't know of a confirmed release date yet, but that she's had all her training on it so she expects it to be any day now.

Will keep my fingers crossed that we'll get some official confirmation from Verizon tomorrow!

yowas · Dec 12, 2011

tomato88 said:
Is it anyway possible to use that coupon code "CH4GE" in east coast region?

No. At least from the people I've seen in that area try. No dice

BabyBlues · Dec 12, 2011

Tinks said:
Completely OT:

I'm excited so I have to report this somewhere, and since I've been interacting with you guys pretty much non-stop for a while now I'm reporting it here. I am officially DONE with school. All assignments in, finals done, and graduation is on Friday. I have my glass of wine in hand ready to toast any other soon-to-be graduates and even those just ending a semester. Here's to being done! \(^_^)/

Congrats!

matt999000 · Dec 12, 2011

Steven58 said:
OT You should see my new laptop. It's amazing!

OT pics or it doesn't exist

P.S how is it treating you ?

Khatmandu · Dec 12, 2011

The_Chief said:
Well, as long as we're talking about naming our phones... mine will be called Ginny

Anyone else naming their Nexus?

Most definitely. Leaning towards Ossa, Greek Goddess of rumor in honor of all the rumors about this phone.. from the specs to the release date to the name to if it is a pure Google experience.. everything about the phone's been rumored.

chandl90 · Dec 12, 2011

Alright everyone I got the 100$ off after talking to a 611 rep. He was probably the most helpful rep i have ever talked to actually. Anyways...

THIS IS WHAT YOU NEED TO TELL THE CSR

search "3g to 4g smartphone promo" in the "doorways" system.
This is how the rep said he found it. I talked to 2 other CSRs in the past who had no idea what I was talking about. Below is a screenshot of the text the rep sent to me. From what he told me, this seems to be something they are running for most everyone. Also I was told that it expires on the 31st, not the 25th

jimmypop13 · Dec 12, 2011

What the! Why does the date now seem to be moving from Thursday to Friday! :-(

zx10droid · Dec 12, 2011

COHusker said:
Tried again. No luck. Going to try every hour until I go to bed! Just kidding. Or am I. It's freaking $100!!!!

its worth the effort to me, $100 is nothing to sneeze at under my roof

The_Chief · Dec 12, 2011

One thing concerns me here:

Everyone's talking about stacking their discounts. I know the LivingSocial voucher states that it can't be used with any other promotion. So what happens if you can get only ONE? :eek:

The loyalty discount, the employee discount, the LivingSocial voucher, OR the CH4GE? What if you can't combine them?

I guess I'd better do some math to see which one saves the most money on the phone... then use a second transaction for the accessories, using the second best method.

Is anyone here able to confirm that they did, in fact, successfully stack these things? :thinking:

VTHockey11 · Dec 12, 2011

Just wanted to share my latest story:

Just called up my local Verizon in downtown DC and asked for an appointment on Thursday morning. Guy asked for my name, number, and asked what I wanted the appointment for. I told him the Galaxy Nexus and he said, "Okay, you can come in first thing Thursday and get it."

Sounds pretty positive to me, but like with this whole thing, I'm just waiting until it's definite. Fingers crossed!

jkc120 · Dec 12, 2011

jimmypop13 said:
What the! Why does the date now seem to be moving from Thursday to Friday! :-(

Because it's probably not happening this week. Sigh.

gnarlyeggs · Dec 12, 2011

soy.lor.n said:
Thanks!!

Hmmm that means I could get out of signing a 2 year contract, yes?

New question then... Can I get double data on my new line without signing a contract?

I'm not exactly sure the contract mess, someone else will probably chime in. I don't know if it extends his contract, or yours.

The_Chief · Dec 12, 2011

artnsx said:
lol make sure you fog up the window with your nostrils like the kid is doing, it'll make you look even creepier

Hey! Who's to say I'm creepy-lookin' in the first place? I'm no movie star, but it's not like I scare off puppies with my looks or anything...

huskerkate · Dec 12, 2011

soy.lor.n said:
Do you have a Nebraska number or something (asking b/c of the avatar)?

nope - Phx number and billing address.

the avatar is because i grew up in Nebraskie - when you do, you're a Husker for life!!

ryknoll3 · Dec 12, 2011

Has anyone who's successfully gotten the go-ahead on the $100 promotion upgrading with an annual upgrade, or is everyone in NE2 territory (at least 20 months into the contract). I am 18 months into my contract, so I'm eligible to upgrade at the normal new contract price, but my last NE2 discount ($30) isn't valid until February. I want to get the $100 discount, but don't know if they'll give to to someone who's in the annual upgrade time frame.

civicsisedan · Dec 12, 2011

I'm just excited Fear Factor is on again!

artnsx · Dec 12, 2011

The_Chief said:
Hey! Who's to say I'm creepy-lookin' in the first place? I'm no movie star, but it's not like I scare off puppies with my looks or anything...

haha, i think anyone with their face pressed up against glass is automatically creepy regardless of looks

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