I've done it!

[Anonymous]

Got a Galaxy S5 that is! In the end I decided to stick with O2 and upgraded through CPW - I was ignored in the O2 store (hardly any staff) so went to CPW and ended up with a better deal.

One question - they did a SIM swap instore and, while I can use the phone, I haven't got my own phone number. When I checked on My O2 my number is showing so is it likely to sort itself out?

Also, I've noticed my contract renewal date is showing as December 2017 - I presume that's something O2 can sort out?

First impressions of the phone are good, sharp screen and very, very fast processor. I'll update more when I've had a chance to play with it properly.

[Anonymous]

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@adamtemp64 wrote:
In the past on ebay I have sold loads of phones but make sure you restrict who can bid and vet them etc. But luckly I have never had a problem as a seller . I also only send the phone by special delivery to ensure it is insured and tracked. I also only have accepted paypal . Yes the fees are there but set the price right you will cover them .

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When I sell on Ebay I only sell to UK buyers, only accept Paypal and ship using recorded or special delivery depending on the value of the item.  I was asked to send a phone to someone in Nigeria once and they would pay me when they received it.  Needless to say I didn't fall for it!

[Anonymous]

Ah the Nigerian Scam !

Downright disgusting.

[Anonymous]

I can't believe that people actually fall for that one!  I remember my Mum getting a letter saying that one of my Dad's relations in Africa had money and needed to put it into a UK bank account.  Thankfully she is generally pretty on the ball and just laughed but I know some people get caught out.  (I would have been very worried if she had fallen for it as we have no relatives in Africa!)

I've never used Gumtree but I'll have a look.  I won't be doing anything with the phone until after Easter and before that I'll be doing my selling research.

I'm not too worried about the phone being locked to O2 as I'm not planning on leaving now.  After going to Sussex at the weekend it seemed that the coverage issues I had before have improved and my husband's Vodafone coverage was no better so I'm happy to stay - good customer service, good coverage and this forum!

Thanks to everyone for all your help and advice, I always appreciate it.

[Anonymous]

Gumtree holds no fees and you meet the buyer/seller.

Just do this in a public place with friends.

Good to hear your here to stay.

As the phone is new it's naturally going to be more likely snapped up.

[MI5]

Get it advertised whilst there is a shortage of S5's available on general sale and you will get more for it.... A couple of weeks in and the demand will drop for it.

[Anonymous]

That's a good point MI5.  I've just seen one sell on Ebay for over £500 and I'm watching a few more to get an idea of prices.

[Anonymous]

Strike while the iron is hot and all that.

[Anonymous]

My problem is I'm either too impulsive or don't get around to doing anything - there's no happy medium!

[Anonymous]

Haha @Anonymous

[Anonymous]

Why don't u sell it to a friend or someone in ur family that might want it @Anonymous