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iPhone 5 is coming to O2...

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15/9, 16:00 - A blog with Q&As just went up

16/9, 15:10 - A few detals have been added to the page

17/9, 10:30 - Added a few more Q&As 

17/9, 16:15 - Added some more questions & their answers 

 

Q: Where’s the best place to find the latest info about the iPhone 5 on O2?

A: Check out http://j.mp/iPhone5O2 for all the latest information.

 

Q: How much does iPhone 5 cost?

A: You can have a look at our tariffs and prices for iPhone 5 at http://j.mp/iPhone5O2

 

Q: Will you be taking pre-orders for the iPhone 5?

A: Yes, you can pre-order iPhone 5 on O2 but stock is limited, so be quick.

 

Q: When will my iPhone 5 pre-order be delivered?

A: If we get your pre-order before 4pm the day before launch, we’ll get it to you on launch day. The only exception to this will be those customers with an address in the Highlands and Islands.

 

Q: Which tariffs will the iPhone 5 be available on if I grab one from a store?

A: The iPhone 5 will be available on our On & On 24-months tariff as well as the £63 per month tariff over 24 months.

 

Q: Is it available on 12 or 18 month tariffs?

A: the iPhone 5 is only available on 24 month tariffs.

 

Q: I’m at the end of my 12 month Simplicity contract.  Can I upgrade to iPhone 5 online?

A: Yes,  if you are at the end of your contract, you can upgrade to iPhone 5 with online pre-order or on launch day as long as we have the phone in stock.

 

Q: I’m on 12 month Simplicity but still in contract.  Can I upgrade early and get iPhone 5?

A: If you signed up to the special offer £20 a month On & On Simplicity, you’ll need to wait until after 6 months. All other Simplicity customers still in contract will need to go to an O2 retail shop on launch day, Friday 21 September. You will not be able to upgrade online.

 

Q: I’m on 30 day Simplicity.  Can I upgrade to iPhone 5 online?

A: If you’ve been with us for 6 months or longer, yes, you can upgrade with online pre-order as long as we have the phone in stock. Head over to o2.co.uk/upgrade

 

Q: What if I’ve been with O2 for less than 6 months on a Simplicity tariff?  Can I get iPhone 5?

A: It depends on the result of your last credit check. If you don’t see the option to pre-order via o2.co.uk/upgrade give us a call.

 

Q: Why are your Retail store iPhone 5 prices different to your Online/Telesales prices?

A: When you buy iPhone from O2’s website or through our call centres you will be buying it from Carphone Warehouse (O2 will be acting as an agent for Carphone Warehouse).  Carphone Warehouse set their own price for the iPhones we sell on their behalf, so prices may be different when compared to O2 Retail stores.

 

Q: Is the iPhone 5 available on Pay & Go?

A: Yes – you’ll be able to buy iPhone 5 from O2 on launch day.

 

Q: Is there a Fast Track Upgrade option available for existing customers?

A: Existing customers can pay to end their contract early, however the cost will vary depending on your contract. Call us to discuss this further.

 

Q: How do I find out if I’m eligible for an upgrade?

A: Pay Monthly customers can upgrade early depending on their tariff. Find out your upgrade date by texting UPGRADE to 21602. Or check on MyO2 or the My O2 app on your smartphone.

 

Q: How do I get a nano sim?

A: One will come with the iPhone when you get it from O2 – if you’re buying from elsewhere you’ll be able to get one from us from Monday afternoon (17th September).

 

Q: What if I get an iPhone 5 from somewhere else? How do I get a nano sim?

A: You’ll need to pick a nano sim up from one of our stores from Monday afternoon (17th September).Remember – you won’t need to do this if you’re getting your iPhone 5 from O2 – we’ll supply a nano sim with it automatically.

 

Q: Can I buy iPhone 5 on O2, unlock it and use it on another network?

A: We won’t unlock iPhone 5 at this time. This is to make sure that genuine O2 customers get iPhone 5 on O2.

 

Q: Can I get cash for my old phone?

A: Yes, with O2 Recycle, your old phone could be worth up to £260. And do your bit for people and planet with Think Big. Get a quote today and post your old phone once you get your new iPhone. The quote’s valid for up to 14 days.  Find out how much yours is worth at http://www.o2recycle.co.uk

 

 

 You can find all stores here: http://o2.asymmetry.co.uk/

 

 

 

 

12/09/12 - Like the look of the new iPhone 5?

 

So do we – that’s why it’s coming to O2. More details to come over the next few days - keep checking back here for more...

 

13/09/12 - If you want to keep up to date with all the iPhone 5 news? Register for updates at http://j.mp/O2iPhone5

 

14/09/12 (10:30) - Pre-orders will be live from later today! (including info around tariffs & prices)

 

14/09/12 (11:50) - Looking to buy iPhone 5? See what our in-store prices will be when it goes on sale at http://j.mp/OulVwJ

 

14/09/12 (19:15) - Want some great news? Existing O2 customers can now pre-order the iPhone 5. Visit http://www.o2.co.uk/upgrades to get yours!

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This is why i decided not to do the 6month early upgrade and buy the phone outright. Come March when my contract ends i can switch to whoever has the best service. They really have to be giving unlimited data plans with LTE or even HSDPA+ i mean i use up 1gb using just 3G
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Just to verify, no 'buying out contract' option for the iphone 5 then?

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Any news yet O2 - whats going on...?!?  Its after 1pm and we are the last people not able to do pre-orders. - whats happening?!Smiley Frustrated

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On the Orange website, they only have 24 month tarriffs, whereas T-Mobile have 24 and 18 month on theirs. But then, they are EE partners, so....

 

O2 just have to have a 12 month contract!...It wouldn't make sense to offer the iPhone 5 on only a 24 month; unless of course, they are counting on the majority taking up the 4G promise "offer"??

 

As someone mentioned earlier, consider everything before you pre-order. I know I am!!

 

 

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just been on the phone again to customer services to try and get an update formyself and you lot. the bloke on the phone said that they are just waitingfor the price system to be but on there system and that they have not been told anything about the price plans as of yet, been told to keep ringing every hour.... he stated that he has been on since opening, and he has not made a sale and only delt with calls about the i5.... he said they are hoping that there allocation is enough for everyone interested.

 

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Anyone else hoping O2 are holding off until 14:02 to start pre-orders? Sept 14th and 02?

 

Then again, it may just be wishful thinking on my part...

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Everyone on lunch??
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@Anonymous wrote:

Anyone else hoping O2 are holding off until 14:02 to start pre-orders? Sept 14th and 02?

 

Then again, it may just be wishful thinking on my part...


LOL - very cryptic....!!!!:robottongue:

 

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Everyone on lunch??

...yea - just had mine!! 2 french baguette pizza thingamajigs.........:smileytongue:

 

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