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The Wolf
10-16-2011, 10:40 AM
Does anyone plan on not rocking any type of case? I can't stand silicone skins or hard cases on my phone.
Burner
10-16-2011, 10:47 AM
I didn't have a case on my 4 for a few months. I had the zagg film on it but it yellows really quick.
Jackal
10-16-2011, 03:25 PM
Does anyone plan on not rocking any type of case? I can't stand silicone skins or hard cases on my phone.
Just go naked. Just a film protector. Right now my 3GS just has the film protector and nothing else.
n00bMeiSter
10-16-2011, 05:18 PM
I'm definitely getting another iSkin (if I get another iPhone) my iSkin is the best case I've ever had for a phone.
jonjon72
10-17-2011, 08:39 PM
yeah.....got home and a package was waiting for me at the concierge desk! bye bye Blackberry!!!!!
cwp_sedan
10-17-2011, 08:41 PM
yeah.....got home and a package was waiting for me at the concierge desk! bye bye Blackberry!!!!!
Nice. I've been patiently waiting for my res number to come down. It should be this week some time. :)
EB games might be getting my old 3G. $180 trade in value. :)
Thrizzl3
10-17-2011, 09:45 PM
Nice. I've been patiently waiting for my res number to come down. It should be this week some time. :)
EB games might be getting my old 3G. $180 trade in value. :)
but......your not living up to what you said???? i have a friend thats looking lol
London3
10-17-2011, 09:49 PM
EB games might be getting my old 3G. $180 trade in value. :)
WAIT WHAT? Im on the verge of selling my 3GS for $150... think theyll have a significantly better offer? lol
cwp_sedan
10-17-2011, 10:00 PM
but......your not living up to what you said???? i have a friend thats looking lol
$200 for your friend ;)
WAIT WHAT? Im on the verge of selling my 3GS for $150... think theyll have a significantly better offer? lol
I am sure a 3GS would go over $200. I am currently looking for the prices I found before. I called one of the locations to check what mine would go for.
cwp_sedan
10-17-2011, 10:06 PM
From EB Games/Gamestop's facebook page:
• iPhone: 4GB = $130 | 8GB = $170 | 16GB = $210
• iPhone 3G: 8GB = $180 | 16GB = $220
• iPhone 3GS: 8GB = $190 | 16GB = $230 | 32GB = $270
• iPhone 4: 16GB = $240 | 32GB = $280
Participating locations (two in GTA):
Burnaby, BC - Metropolis - 4700 Kingsway - (604) 439-1705
Calgary, AB - Chinook Centre - 6455 Macleod Trail Sw - (403) 212-0213
Mississauga, ON - Square One - 100 City Centre Drive - (905) 279-6920
Montréal, QC - Complexe Les Ailes - 677 St. Catherine St W - (514) 285-6400
Nepean, ON - Merivale - 1719 Merivale Rd - (613) 225-4378
Ottawa, ON - Rideau Centre - 50 Rideau Street - (613) 567-9299
Rosemère, QC - Place Rosemère - 401 Boulevard Labelle - (450) 419-6799
Sherwood Park, AB - Towne Square - 390 Baseline Rd - (780) 464-0574
Ste-Foy, QC - Place Laurier - 2700 Blvd. Laurier -(418) 658-3663
Toronto, ON - GameStop Dundas Square - 267 Yonge Street - (416) 866-8368
* all approximate pricing. Call one of the locations to double check.
Wow, those prices are too low!
I've sold iPhones from two generations prior for $250. I wouldn't sell an iPhone4 16 GB for less then $350-400 and a 32 GB for less then $450. (assuming mint condition)
Remember, these phones cost $750-850 from Apple, one year ago... They don't depreciate that fast. Especially since Apple keeps providing updates to even their first iPhone from 07... Hold out for more money! Best Buy/EB trade in programs are obviously going to turn around and make $$$ on your phones, just like a used car salesmen... Skip out the middle man and sell on Craigslist.
cwp_sedan
10-17-2011, 10:51 PM
Wow, those prices are too low!
I've sold iPhones from two generations prior for $250. I wouldn't sell an iPhone4 16 GB for less then $350-400 and a 32 GB for less then $450. (assuming mint condition)
Remember, these phones cost $750-850 from Apple, one year ago... They don't depreciate that fast. Especially since Apple keeps providing updates to even their first iPhone from 07... Hold out for more money! Best Buy/EB trade in programs are obviously going to turn around and make $$$ on your phones, just like a used car salesmen... Skip out the middle man and sell on Craigslist.
Right, If you have anything higher than a 3G it's not worth it. Who though in their right mind would pay $180+ for a 3G?? No one. It's a great deal for 3G owners.
Thrizzl3
10-17-2011, 10:52 PM
Right, If you have anything higher than a 3G it's not worth it. Who though in their right mind would pay $180+ for a 3G?? No one. It's a great deal for 3G owners.
a museum :chuckle
n00bMeiSter
10-18-2011, 09:51 AM
Woah, that's nuts! I can actually get some money out of this piece of junk?! Sweet deal!
cwp_sedan
10-18-2011, 10:45 AM
a museum :chuckle
If a museum wanted to pay me that much, bonus! :)
eguiyab
10-18-2011, 11:36 AM
Boo.. Store Credit ONLy.
If it was Cash, I'd be all over this
London3
10-18-2011, 12:26 PM
Boo.. Store Credit ONLy.
If it was Cash, I'd be all over this
Yeah :(
cwp_sedan
10-18-2011, 12:35 PM
Perfect for me. Looks like my bro will be getting an xbox for Christmas lol. :D
n00bMeiSter
10-18-2011, 12:36 PM
Boo.. Store Credit ONLy.
If it was Cash, I'd be all over this
Aw man. I knew this was too good to be true. :(
angelaTRICIA
10-18-2011, 12:59 PM
Lol, works for me. I'll be using that money towards a PS3 :)
Btw. I'm on a hunt for a 32GB White iPhone(rogers), lol no luck so far. Lemme know if anybody comes across a store that has any in stock. Please and thanks? :D I know I should probably wait until the hype has died down, but no harm trying now right? lol
greaves82
10-18-2011, 01:10 PM
After seeing this thread, I now want an iphone but cant afford it due to going back to school........so jealous
rktsci
10-18-2011, 01:50 PM
I just got the call that my iPhone 4S is waiting for me at the Rogers store...this is the first time I've used their online device reservation system and I must say that it works quite well!
jonjon72
10-18-2011, 02:47 PM
Got the phone activated this AM and hate being at work. My first iphone is so exciting! LOL.
$45 unlimited data FTW!!!!!
cwp_sedan
10-18-2011, 02:58 PM
Got the phone activated this AM and hate being at work. My first iphone is so exciting! LOL.
$45 unlimited data FTW!!!!!
Nice. How did you get that plan and with who?
Get Tapatalk already.
Thrizzl3
10-18-2011, 03:04 PM
Tapatalk ftw
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
rzapata
10-18-2011, 03:37 PM
Nice. How did you get that plan and with who?
Get Tapatalk already.
+1 on that. I thought the minimum plan you should have on a smart phone is $50.. :)
n00bMeiSter
10-18-2011, 03:37 PM
Nice. How did you get that plan and with who?
Get Tapatalk already.
Yes, do tell.
Screw tapatalk. If the moderators would just install the mobile version of phpBB (which is free), you wouldn't have to pay for some program :P
rzapata
10-18-2011, 03:41 PM
Yes, do tell.
Screw tapatalk. If the moderators would just install the mobile version of phpBB (which is free), you wouldn't have to pay for some program :P
That's why you jailbreak.. :) :) :) Man, I downloaded the dash command app (originally $59.99 on the app store), now I just need to find a connector to be able to use it. :chuckle
cwp_sedan
10-18-2011, 03:45 PM
Screw tapatalk. If the moderators would just install the mobile version of phpBB (which is free), you wouldn't have to pay for some program :P
It's not my prob you are cheap. :P
Thrizzl3
10-18-2011, 04:27 PM
It's not my prob you are cheap. :P
Owned!
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
n00bMeiSter
10-18-2011, 04:29 PM
Owned!
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
shut it trolly.
Soulsofmischief
10-18-2011, 04:32 PM
I just got the call that my iPhone 4S is waiting for me at the Rogers store...this is the first time I've used their online device reservation system and I must say that it works quite well!
i beg to differ.. i find it a joke. i reserved first day was like 600 and still got nothing. in progress not even shipped.. i hate Rogers. but then again im fully taking advantage of the system as i reserved under my dad's act ( he could care less, he has flip phone and doesnt need anything else ) for the upgrade package so then i can upgrade again under mine when the 5 comes out.
n00bMeiSter
10-18-2011, 04:33 PM
What is tapatalk?
A waste of money.
Thrizzl3
10-18-2011, 05:12 PM
shut it trolly.
hahahah why you mad? where is your 4S anyways?
edit: i just noticed my member status...:complain
cwp_sedan
10-18-2011, 05:19 PM
A waste of money.
Quit whining. Are you getting the phone or not?
n00bMeiSter
10-18-2011, 07:35 PM
Quit whining. Are you getting the phone or not?
Not whining, stating a fact :P
Well not right now, there's none to go around :P
Jackal
10-18-2011, 08:54 PM
Not whining, stating a fact :P
Well not right now, there's none to go around :P
Picked up an 32gb iPhone 4S yesterday without a reservation. Just walked in like a boss and asked for one. Plus got a 6gb bawss plan for 3 years for $30 per month.
Takumi616
10-18-2011, 08:56 PM
LOL, planning to do the same in a few weeks as well :)
Picked up an 32gb iPhone 4S yesterday without a reservation. Just walked in like a boss and asked for one. Plus got a 6gb bawss plan for 3 years for $30 per month.
DumpInfo
10-18-2011, 08:56 PM
Question...so I've been hearing a lot about this iPhone 4s and what it can do. I'm currently a bb owner however ever since the iPhone 4 came out I've really liked it. With this update that people are talking about does that allow you to have the voice recognition program i think called siri? (don't quote me on itl) or what does the update do?
Jackal
10-18-2011, 09:00 PM
LOL, planning to do the same in a few weeks as well :)
GL because the bawss 6gb data plan is on sale only until the end of October.
Jackal
10-18-2011, 09:10 PM
Question...so I've been hearing a lot about this iPhone 4s and what it can do. I'm currently a bb owner however ever since the iPhone 4 came out I've really liked it. With this update that people are talking about does that allow you to have the voice recognition program i think called siri? (don't quote me on itl) or what does the update do?
I have been experimenting all day.
Siri can:
- search on google
- send a text message
- send an email (to, subject, message)
- set up a meeting with times and location on any date
- show you the weather (shows the weather app)
- set up a daily, weekly, monthly reminder
- check the number of calories for a food
- call someone
- play a song
- set the alarm
- create a note
- check an address
and a few other things I haven't tried.
I tried 90% of the list above and it works great because of the faster processor.
I have been experimenting all day.
Siri can:
- search on google
- send a text message
- send an email (to, subject, message)
- set up a meeting with times and location on any date
- show you the weather (shows the weather app)
- set up a daily, weekly, monthly reminder
- check the number of calories for a food
- call someone
- play a song
- set the alarm
- create a note
- check an address
and a few other things I haven't tried.
I tried 90% of the list above and it works great because of the faster processor.
+1, i use it all the time now in the car to search for songs.
DumpInfo
10-18-2011, 09:18 PM
I have been experimenting all day.
Siri can:
- search on google
- send a text message
- send an email (to, subject, message)
- set up a meeting with times and location on any date
- show you the weather (shows the weather app)
- set up a daily, weekly, monthly reminder
- check the number of calories for a food
- call someone
- play a song
- set the alarm
- create a note
- check an address
and a few other things I haven't tried.
I tried 90% of the list above and it works great because of the faster processor.
Thanks, aside from a quicker processor will a regular iPhone 4 still be able to perform all those tasks or not?
jonjon72
10-18-2011, 09:35 PM
Gotta love corporate rates. I looked into it further and it $40 for unlimited data and $20 for phone, text, voicemail and call display. They even threw in NA long distance when I activated the phone today! Best part is that I get my phone bills paid for by work!
Jackal
10-18-2011, 09:51 PM
Thanks, aside from a quicker processor will a regular iPhone 4 still be able to perform all those tasks or not?
I tried with the 3GS one and I asked it to "search for pizza pizza" and a Carpenters song played. Lol. So not a 3GS. Maybe a 4. I haven't tried with that.
cwp_sedan
10-18-2011, 10:30 PM
Thanks, aside from a quicker processor will a regular iPhone 4 still be able to perform all those tasks or not?
Siri is currently not available on anything but the 4S.
Jackal
10-18-2011, 11:43 PM
Siri is currently not available on anything but the 4S.
True. But the 3GS and 4 has voice recognition but nothing like Siri.
cwp_sedan
10-18-2011, 11:46 PM
True. But the 3GS and 4 has voice recognition but nothing like Siri.
Yeah. There really isn't much difference.
I played with Siri today (that sounded dirty, but I assure you, I tried to keep it PG lol) and found it to be entertaining but not extremely useful. I was able to send a txt and email and do some other stuff, but until Apple refines it, Siri is just like a fun App to play with.
S.F.W.
10-19-2011, 01:29 AM
Yeah. There really isn't much difference.
I played with Siri today (that sounded dirty, but I assure you, I tried to keep it PG lol) and found it to be entertaining but not extremely useful. I was able to send a txt and email and do some other stuff, but until Apple refines it, Siri is just like a fun App to play with.
I actually find Siri very useful. While driving, I can have her read emails/text messages to me, google search items. If I was not driving, I may not find it as useful. My mother who is a completely useless with tech, has found Siri useful as well, as a simple tool
cwp_sedan
10-19-2011, 08:22 AM
I actually find Siri very useful. While driving, I can have her read emails/text messages to me, google search items. If I was not driving, I may not find it as useful. My mother who is a completely useless with tech, has found Siri useful as well, as a simple tool
Ok well maybe I will wait until I actually get my phone and use it in a real world application. That's good that your mothers has been able to find it easy to use.
cwp_sedan
10-19-2011, 02:42 PM
Woohoo! Currently "In Progress" :)
Jackal
10-19-2011, 03:17 PM
I actually find Siri very useful. While driving, I can have her read emails/text messages to me, google search items. If I was not driving, I may not find it as useful. My mother who is a completely useless with tech, has found Siri useful as well, as a simple tool
I tried to get Siri to read emails but she said she could only read incoming text messages. How do get her to read emails?
n00bMeiSter
10-19-2011, 03:37 PM
I tried to get Siri to read emails but she said she could only read incoming text messages. How do get her to read emails?
"Bitch, read my email!"
If that doesn't work, threaten to install Linux on her.
yearoftherat
10-19-2011, 04:01 PM
Woohoo! Currently "In Progress" :)
:)
FYI for those of you looking for a case for your 4S, some of the cases for the 4G will not fit b/c the volume buttons and silence switch have been moved a few millimeters down. The 4S shell/case is actually the verizon iphone.
Here is a list of cases that will work:
http://www.ilounge.com/index.php/news/comments/verizon-iphone-4-case-compatibility-a-brief-round-up/
izoom
10-19-2011, 04:47 PM
man ive been looking to upgrade my 3gs to 4s..ive called and gone to many rogers, futureshop and bestbuy stores and all of them seem to be out of stock...im looking for the white 16 gig 4s...any suggestions guys??
man ive been looking to upgrade my 3gs to 4s..ive called and gone to many rogers, futureshop and bestbuy stores and all of them seem to be out of stock...im looking for the white 16 gig 4s...any suggestions guys??
look on classifieds to buy instead of from the store? but you have to really want it bad to pay more than retail for one. And if you do.... I've got one! lol
cwp_sedan
10-19-2011, 04:55 PM
man ive been looking to upgrade my 3gs to 4s..ive called and gone to many rogers, futureshop and bestbuy stores and all of them seem to be out of stock...im looking for the white 16 gig 4s...any suggestions guys??
Keep looking. Should have made a reservation, then you don't have to go looking.
Don't pay more than retail, it's definitely not worth it.
izoom
10-19-2011, 04:55 PM
look on classifieds to buy instead of from the store? but you have to really want it bad to pay more than retail for one.
im not looking to buy the unit ...im just doing a hardware upgrade LOL :D cuz im cheap like that hahaha so i gotta find a retail store that offers rogers iphone 4s'
mazdathree3
10-19-2011, 04:56 PM
I think he's doing a HUP. But it is next to impossible to get one right now for Rogers/Fido especially in 16gb white, as I am on the same boat as you izoom. :(
izoom
10-19-2011, 04:59 PM
I think he's doing a HUP. But it is next to impossible to get one right now for Rogers/Fido especially in 16gb white, as I am on the same boat as you izoom. :(
i know it sucks lol...futureshop actually had a shipment of iphone 4s' a couple of days ago...but i didnt get off work till 3 so when i got there everything was gone except for a 32 gig white which i dont is worth it for the extra 100$ hehe
mazdathree3
10-19-2011, 05:03 PM
From what I've heard Futureshop is the best bet as most Rogers stores only have phones for those who have made reservations and if they do they would probably make more money for a new activation. I guess I will just wait it out until things calm down or somehow find a hook up.
izoom
10-19-2011, 05:11 PM
From what I've heard Futureshop is the best bet as most Rogers stores only have phones for those who have made reservations and if they do they would probably make more money for a new activation. I guess I will just wait it out until things calm down or somehow find a hook up.
i will probably do the same im tired of calling stores hahah i heard bestbuy will restock nextweek...the one at scarborough town centre at least..
DumpInfo
10-19-2011, 06:36 PM
I tried with the 3GS one and I asked it to "search for pizza pizza" and a Carpenters song played. Lol. So not a 3GS. Maybe a 4. I haven't tried with that.
oh haha that's funny tho
Siri is currently not available on anything but the 4S.
oh, thanks ryan. I wonder what 5 will bring to the table...im guessing tweaking siri better? what else if anyone knows...
n00bMeiSter
10-19-2011, 06:48 PM
So with Siri, is it an app that has to be running all the time? Or is it a feature that runs all the time that you can turn on and off like wifi and bluetooth?
So with Siri, is it an app that has to be running all the time? Or is it a feature that runs all the time that you can turn on and off like wifi and bluetooth?
i think you can turn it off in settings, but its not an app. you just push down on the home button for the mic to come up.
The Wolf
10-19-2011, 07:36 PM
Yup you can disable SIRI. It's not running all the time when it's enabled though either.
n00bMeiSter
10-19-2011, 08:00 PM
So right now when I press the home button while on page 1, it goes to the left to that black search page. Does that no longer come up?
cwp_sedan
10-19-2011, 08:54 PM
So right now when I press the home button while on page 1, it goes to the left to that black search page. Does that no longer come up?
Press and hold...
n00bMeiSter
10-19-2011, 09:10 PM
Press and hold...
Damn. Was hoping they got rid of that stupid thing.
The Wolf
10-19-2011, 09:29 PM
oh, thanks ryan. I wonder what 5 will bring to the table...im guessing tweaking siri better? what else if anyone knows...
Probably just larger capacity, better cameras (definitely upgrade the VGA front cam), Likely a redesign as well.
I'm crossing my fingers for a cassette player.
cwp_sedan
10-19-2011, 09:32 PM
Probably just larger capacity, better cameras (definitely upgrade the VGA front cam), Likely a redesign as well.
I'm crossing my fingers for a cassette player.
You too? :chuckle
Soulsofmischief
10-20-2011, 09:42 AM
For those sticking around with the 4 and not upgrading to the 4S here is some good news..although not yet done and not wure when it will be done..im without a doubt certain it will be done sooner rather then later..
http://www.knowyourcell.com/news/1095944/siri_assistant_ported_to_the_iphone_4.html
Krazy
10-20-2011, 03:33 PM
For those sticking around with the 4 and not upgrading to the 4S here is some good news..although not yet done and not wure when it will be done..im without a doubt certain it will be done sooner rather then later..
http://www.knowyourcell.com/news/1095944/siri_assistant_ported_to_the_iphone_4.html
Hey Guys.. on Rogers reservation thing.. once it says In Progress... how long does it usually take to ship to the store?
Thanks!
mazdathree3
10-20-2011, 03:48 PM
Hey Guys.. on Rogers reservation thing.. once it says In Progress... how long does it usually take to ship to the store?
Thanks!
Don't quote me on this but it should be around 2-5days.
Soulsofmischief
10-20-2011, 03:52 PM
Hey Guys.. on Rogers reservation thing.. once it says In Progress... how long does it usually take to ship to the store?
Thanks!
you have to wait till it says SHIPPED. then expect a call soon, mine went to SHIPPED yesterday and I had a call last night saying it was at the store, im going to go pick it up at the store tonight after work.
Krazy
10-20-2011, 04:15 PM
you have to wait till it says SHIPPED. then expect a call soon, mine went to SHIPPED yesterday and I had a call last night saying it was at the store, im going to go pick it up at the store tonight after work.
So it's usually 1-2 days after "Shipped" status.
Good to know.. wanted it by Friday after work but I can live with picking it up next week.
Krazy
10-20-2011, 04:16 PM
So it's usually 1-2 days after "Shipped" status.
Good to know.. wanted it by Friday after work but I can live with picking it up next week.
Also what cases are good?
iskin aura? Im leaning towards that one.
cwp_sedan
10-20-2011, 04:44 PM
Also what cases are good?
iskin aura? Im leaning towards that one.
You have to get the ones made specifically for the 4S so check this post out.
:)
FYI for those of you looking for a case for your 4S, some of the cases for the 4G will not fit b/c the volume buttons and silence switch have been moved a few millimeters down. The 4S shell/case is actually the verizon iphone.
Here is a list of cases that will work:
http://www.ilounge.com/index.php/news/comments/verizon-iphone-4-case-compatibility-a-brief-round-up/
n00bMeiSter
10-20-2011, 05:30 PM
Also what cases are good?
iskin aura? Im leaning towards that one.
aura looks nice, but offers crap protection. Hard cases aren't the best thing for your phone. I would go with something that can help absorb the shock of impacts. Their Solo cases are amazing, I have one on my 3G. they have a new one called Solo vu, and Claro. Solo vu is a nicer looking Solo, and claro is a solo with a thin layer of hardened plastic inside the backing.
Solo: http://www.iskin.com/iphone4/solo/
Solo vu: http://www.iskin.com/iphone4/solovu/
Claro: http://www.iskin.com/iphone4/claro/
The Solo vu is the only one of the three that has a cover to protect the docking port on the phone.
rktsci
10-21-2011, 02:53 PM
Can anyone recommend someone that makes a case that also covers the screen? On my old 3GS I had a leather case with a flip cover that protected the device quite well. I'm paranoid about shattering the glass screen ever since it happened when my original 3G fell out of a sleeve style case and onto concrete.
Krazy
10-26-2011, 02:27 PM
aura looks nice, but offers crap protection. Hard cases aren't the best thing for your phone. I would go with something that can help absorb the shock of impacts. Their Solo cases are amazing, I have one on my 3G. they have a new one called Solo vu, and Claro. Solo vu is a nicer looking Solo, and claro is a solo with a thin layer of hardened plastic inside the backing.
Solo: http://www.iskin.com/iphone4/solo/
Solo vu: http://www.iskin.com/iphone4/solovu/
Claro: http://www.iskin.com/iphone4/claro/
The Solo vu is the only one of the three that has a cover to protect the docking port on the phone.
I ended up getting the claro case. Thanks!
Soulsofmischief
10-26-2011, 03:10 PM
My wife got me an Otter Box plastic case thats wrapped in a silicone sleeve as well.. well its definitely protected but it looks like my phone is wearing full body armor, like that suit that weirdo guy made to be able to withstand a grizzly attack.
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