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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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@Anonymous wrote:
There using yodel as the courier ?
Unbelievable don't they take notice how bad yodel is ?
Leonard can you confirm the courier is yodel if it is there be a nice white iPhone 5 64gb for someone else to pre order.

I also have to agree that Yodel are quite naff!!! 

 

I once had a Virgin Media Superhub sent out to me via Yodel, however, I wasn't home to sign for it and the guy did not even leave a calling card or anything. I only found out that a delivery had been attempted by looking on their website?!??? Smiley Surprised

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O2 trusting a courier that's been on watchdog for how bad they are with release day iPhones it's actually laughable.
I was so chuffed that I got a preorder in I'll call O2 tommorow if they confirm it's yodel I'll cancel unfortunately.
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Just picked up my nano sim from the o2 store in the o2 Arena, have initiated the sim swap (it came with adaptors) so hopefully have it running soon, which makes me a happy bunny.

 

However, o2 staff, please can I offer some advice?

 

I find it had to believe that you couldn't just say "We're not sure exactly when nano sims will arrive in stores but we'll be sending one of the first big batches to our flagship store in the o2 Arena so if you want to be the first to get one, that's your best bet. Once we have confirmation of delivery we'll post back here and let you know."

 

Would that have been so difficult?

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If I don't receive my phone on Friday bye bye o2, hello maybe Vodafone or three
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Sorry if this has been asked a gazillion times....

It works out cheaper for me to buy the phone outright than pay the term fee and start again.

As getting to Apple on Friday will be difficult I'm assuming I need to buy a payg handset from O2.  Are the payg prices the same as simfree - so 599 for the 32gig?

O2 won't have an issue giving me a monthly nano when I am buying payg?

 

Thanks!

Argh I'm such an eager beaver, hurry up Friday, I have already started getting my queue survival kit sorted!

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Well the fee for my new iPhone 5 isn't on my September bill, I'm guessing it'll be on my October, unless they decide to generate a new bill between now and then...!

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come to think of it, I haven't any emails what so ever from o2,

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Katie it will be on your next bill and also got this from the website


Pre-order for iPhone 5 is now closed.

You can reserve iPhone 5, but it won't be shipped to you until after launch day. Delayed delivery means it may take a few weeks to complete you order. We'll charge you for the phone today, but your contract will start when your phone is dispatched. And we'll keep you updated on your order status weekly.
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Thanks. I'm Kat but I don't mind Katie, it's what my parents call me!

 

I'm glad to have the wee breather to pay the £99.99!

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Let me correct that hi Kat. Yeah It will add to next bill and remember still due 14 days later. Did you know like I found out same phone instore is 69
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