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iPhone 5 is coming to O2...

Abs — Tue, 25 Sep 2012 11:59:00 GMT

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!

Re: iPhone 5 is coming to O2...

Anonymous — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 17:43:55 GMT

Good to hear, Abs

Re: iPhone 5 is coming to O2...

andrewstevenson — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 18:31:13 GMT

any news on a fast track upgrade

Re: iPhone 5 is coming to O2...

Abs — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 18:49:10 GMT

@andrewstevenson wrote:

any news on a fast track upgrade

No info around that at the moment - however watch this space, we'll share more info soon 🙂

Re: iPhone 5 is coming to O2...

DinoF — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 19:12:22 GMT

@Abs wrote:
@andrewstevenson wrote:
any news on a fast track upgrade
No info around that at the moment - however watch this space, we'll share more info soon 🙂

I'm out of contract with an iPhone 4 so will be looking at upgrading to the iPhone 5. Any news if you will be accepting pre-orders this Friday....?

Re: iPhone 5 is coming to O2...

Abs — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 19:27:24 GMT

@DinoF wrote:

@Abs wrote:

@andrewstevenson wrote:

any news on a fast track upgrade

No info around that at the moment - however watch this space, we'll share more info soon 🙂

I'm out of contract with an iPhone 4 so will be looking at upgrading to the iPhone 5. Any news if you will be accepting pre-orders this Friday....?

More info soon to be provided - watch this space!

Re: iPhone 5 is coming to O2...

andrewstevenson — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 19:31:06 GMT

What best place to find out when or if not the early upgrade option will be a thing or not

Re: iPhone 5 is coming to O2...

perksie — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 19:32:11 GMT

@andrewstevenson wrote:
What best place to find out when or if not the early upgrade option will be a thing or not

Did you read what Abs posted above?

Re: iPhone 5 is coming to O2...

Anonymous — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 19:34:02 GMT

Thought everyone would be off to EE seeing the new toy will work on their 4G network.

Re: iPhone 5 is coming to O2...

Abs — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 19:37:06 GMT

@andrewstevenson wrote:

What best place to find out when or if not the early upgrade option will be a thing or not

We'll announce all the details here on our lovely O2 community - patience is key my friend

Re: iPhone 5 is coming to O2...

Abs — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 19:39:22 GMT

@Anonymous wrote:

Thought everyone would be off to EE seeing the new toy will work on their 4G network.

iPhone 5 supports 2G and 3G, as well as 4G data across certain frequencies. iPhone 5 combined with O2’s network, including the UK-wide rollout of U900 and HSPA+ 21.2Mbps rollout, can load a webpage in under 1.5 seconds and a music track in 10 seconds. We expect these times to get even faster as we rollout HSPA+ 42.2Mbps.

Re: iPhone 5 is coming to O2...

jonsie — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 19:42:25 GMT

I'm afraid that patience is not something associated with the iphone fraternity, more of a must have now mind-set!

Re: iPhone 5 is coming to O2...

Anonymous — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 19:46:37 GMT

I know what O2 say they are going to deliver but I've been patiently waiting for usable 3G at home for some time now. U900 has made no difference. (And I don't live in the sticks)

Re: iPhone 5 is coming to O2...

Anonymous — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 19:47:04 GMT

I do know this:

If O2 and the major networks (that have been well and truly shafted by OffCom over the 4G auction) don't make some sort of announcement on pre-ordering the iPhone tomorrow, expect the media coverage and EE's Marketing Department to start the mass-poaching of users.

I'm a loyal O2 customer and they've treated me well so I ain't going anywhere but the thought had briefly crossed my mind to switch..imagine the fickle O2 customer who has to either queue up a week Friday (as usual) or have a 4G shiny thing on pre-order from an easy EE process..no brainer?

Re: iPhone 5 is coming to O2...

jonsie — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 19:57:29 GMT

I'm sorry but I have an iphone and for the life of me can't understand why people have to have a new model the minute it is released?

Re: iPhone 5 is coming to O2...

perksie — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 20:01:38 GMT

@jonsie wrote:
I'm sorry but I have an iphone and for the life of me can't understand why people have to have a new model the minute it is released?

Agreed, give them a chance to get some of the inevitable bugs and fixes sorted out first.

Re: iPhone 5 is coming to O2...

Anonymous — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 20:07:27 GMT

What I want to know is if I buy the 5 when released whether I'm going to have to buy ANOTHER phone when o2 get their 4G sorted? Will the o2 version released on the 21st be compatible?

Re: iPhone 5 is coming to O2...

Anonymous — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 20:13:44 GMT

The iPhone 6 will be here by the time O2 supports LTE...

Re: iPhone 5 is coming to O2...

Anonymous — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 20:15:25 GMT

Apple.. iPhone.. Bugs?? What!!!

Re: iPhone 5 is coming to O2...

Abs — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 20:22:49 GMT

@Anonymous wrote:

What I want to know is if I buy the 5 when released whether I'm going to have to buy ANOTHER phone when o2 get their 4G sorted? Will the o2 version released on the 21st be compatible?

There is just one iPhone 5 model which supports 4G - so when we're given the green light for 4G, iPhone 5 users will be able to use the services.