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Samsung Galaxy Note7 - Update from O2

Chris_K
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27th February 2017 Update

Hi Everyone. This week we will be posting letters out to any customers who have not yet made arrangements with us to return their Samsung Note7 devices. If for any reason you misplace or do not receive it for whatever reason, here's a copy:

 


We’ll soon block the Note7 from our network. It’s important that you get in touch today and we’ll get you back on track with a new device.

We’ll make switching to a different device simple, and give you £100 off the upfront cost. Or, if you prefer, we’ll cancel your Airtime Plan. Either way, we’ll cancel and refund your Device Plan.

Is your Samsung Note7 insured with us? We’ll also cancel your policy and refund your premium.

Simply back up your Note7, turn it off and call our hotline 0344 809 0202 or 202 free from an O2 mobile. Need a hand backing it up? Chat to an O2 Guru online.

For more details, visit http://o2.uk/Note7Update.

If you’ve already called us, please ignore this letter.

 

30th January 2017 Update

Hello everyone,

Samsung have notified us of their plans to release a new mandatory software update that will limit Note 7 devices to a 0% charge, effectively eliminating its ability to function as a mobile device. This software update is expected to be pushed out tomorrow, 31st January, so if you are still using this device (which we don't recommend for your safety) please take any necessary steps to back up any important data while you can.

Why are you doing this?
To be transparent and clear, this is Samsung’s decision and is European-wide. This is a further step in Samsung looking to retrieve as many devices as possible so as to ensure customer safety.

I'm still using my Note 7 - what now?
Once your device downloads the mandatory update it will cease to charge. We understand the inconvenience this may cause and we want to make transitioning to another device as easy as possible. If you are affected by this, please contact us as soon as is convenient on 0344 809 0202. We will also be in touch in the coming days by email and letter with more details, including how to change to another device and return your Note 7 to us if not yet done so.

I've already returned my Note 7 - what does this mean to me?
If you've already returned your Note 7 to us, there's nothing further you need to do. If you're in this position, we anticipate you'll already have switched to an alternative device. If this isn’t the case though, we’d recommend you speak to us as soon as you’re able to on 0344 809 0202.


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Got my note7 unlocked. Just went onto chat and they sorted it. Received the code a few hours ago. On another note so to speak I managed to get a months discount after virtually breaking their arms today because I was told even though my handset was defective my services were unaffected so therefore I didn't qualify. I should have just said keep the months discount and just give me £1 for every lie O2 agents have told me over the last 3 weeks. I'd be financially set for life.
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I threatened legal action over everything citing Samsung's website and my reference number from them. They initially claimed that there was no stock and as soon as I pressed them they said as a goodwill gesture they willl replace mine tomorrow. It isn't a Goodwill gesture it is a complete lie but I'm glad I'm getting mine tomorrow now. I guess you guys need to be far more persistent because they have been so lacklustre. We are paying for a service this isn't a free phone! Anyway fingered crossed.
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Wait...
How can they perform a goodwill gesture, with something they say is not in stock??
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Simple @viridis they can't. So, clearly they have stock. So, wait have they lied? Umm . . . . Yes!
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@viridis wrote:
Wait...
How can they perform a goodwill gesture, with something they say is not in stock??

I think @Anonymous sussed it was hardly a 'goodwill gesture'. There is nothing remotely related to goodwill if you are paying for a faulty dangerous device that HAS to be replaced due to a recall....It's legal requirement I would have thought?

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The whole recall has been badly mishandled and there can be no excuse at all for the lies and false promises. All advisers should have the same information and training necessary to deal with customers honestly, openly and clearly.

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@jonsie Agreed and @Chris_K future recalls need better staff training at your capita run call centres and live chat 

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I got my call yesterday from cs and I'm booked in for a replacement tomorrow morning...very friendly staff member who said I should return it with all the accessories...my thoughts on this are I've lost my charger..the cat ran off with the cable and all the small conector's were hoovered up so I've not got them anymore...oh and I've not got a cat
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Well...after many hours of phoning O2 ..and being fed utter [Removed] ...i phoned again this after noon and they tried to feed my false information again..i'd had a message days ago saying i'll be contacted by an 0800 number to arrange delivery..then nothing..phoned twice yesterday spoke to repairs to be told its only the outbound team that can phone and arrange it...'strange that'..because I took previous advice and today threatened legal action and they sorted it straight away!

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.....I should have added to the above post that they even asked me if I wanted the same colour or a different one...so they obviously have more than the replacement stock available!
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