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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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Mass hysteria over the world. Apple has finally bought its right to be king of everythingSmiley Very Happy

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Does Any1 Know When The iPhone 64gb White Went Out Of Stock On Friday?

  Much Love Chris Leonard slight_smile

 

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I'm an App developer, there will be a 5s or 6 this time next year, I need to keep up with the latest iphone/android phones, that's why

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from my point of view, I don't here o2 listening to loyal customers, that's all. With bills of £200-£300 per month for 21 years, I'd expect a lot more service. All I see is o2 giving preference to new customers

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Shocking and breaking info. I have heard from O2 that all pre orders might take 3 weeks for delivery due to way many pre orders. So I ordered 2 mins after It went live it might take until 5 October and I asked to speak to online they said no its the overseas chat service. They won't explain why online handset prices are dearer via cpw, but cpw is better price. Once I get handset I'll put a complaint in writing
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@andrewstevenson wrote:
Shocking and breaking info. I have heard from O2 that all pre orders might take 3 weeks for delivery due to way many pre orders. So I ordered 2 mins after It went live it might take until 5 October and I asked to speak to online they said no its the overseas chat service. They won't explain why online handset prices are dearer via cpw, but cpw is better price. Once I get handset I'll put a complaint in writing

if that's true there'll be another uproar... I'll be very disappointed as I go away that day for a month. slight_frown

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Also, did anyone ever get an email with updates regarding pre-orders? After all that encouragement to sign up and an email never came...

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whats worise is they wont talk about and cant comment, also they refused to answer why no 12 or 18 month contracts apart from might only be available instore, how bloody nice

 

Welcome to O2. Someone will be with you soon.

We're really busy right now. Thanks for waiting. If you're after the latest information on the iPhone 5 please go here

Did you know you can find out your upgrade date by logging into MyO2 here. You can also do lots of other stuff like check your bill or change your tariff too.

We're really busy right now. Thanks for waiting.

We're really busy right now. Thanks for waiting.

We're really busy right now. Thanks for waiting.

You're through to Avnish.

Avnish: Hi I'm O2 : Avnish. How can I help?

Andrew: I have pre-ordered the iphone 5, 2 mins after it was possable. But despite promising delivery friday it might take a further 3 weeks, that means you took pre orders when you had no idea what stock you have.

Avnish: Have you pre order your I phone 5 today ?

Andrew: no friday 14th

Andrew: the day pre order opened

Avnish: Okay, then Don't worry, your handset will be delivered to your address on 21/09/2012

Andrew: by what courier

Avnish: Yodel

Andrew: what does o2 do if they fail to get it to me on launch day

Avnish: Don't worry, it'll possibly deliver on 21st or if you not received your parcel on 21st then it'll surely deliver on very next day

Andrew: ok say monday 24th if i dont have it what then

Andrew: because the point of pre order is to get on day of release

Andrew: it sounds like you took pre orders then tried to order stock

Avnish: If you doesn't receive parcel on the day of release then you can contact us we'll give the credit for the number of days you've been without service

Andrew: can you confirm when my order will leave processing stage

Avnish: Sure

Andrew: when should order move to completed stage

Avnish: See Andew, when your order gets dispatched from our end you'll receive a confirmation email

Andrew: whats the expected date my pre order will take with the 3 weeks delays,

Andrew: taking into account the delays whats the latest date in october my handset should arrive

Avnish: I'm but as of now we do not have any other information aoart from that your parcel will delayv by no longer than 3 weeks

Avnish: Please be assured , your parcel will deliver to you on 21st or on 22nd

Andrew: what date then please

Avnish: As you've already pre-order your I phone on 14th

Avnish: Is there anything else I can help you with?

Andrew: no everything else is cool

 

 

Now on the basis of info below i feel preorder was taken without knowing what stock they have, is it not illegal to take orders without having the stock

 

iPhone 5 Shipment Delay is now 2-3 Weeks

The new iPhone 5 went on pre-order on Friday. Within one hour the shipping estimate for the iPhone 5 slipped to 2 weeks. If you pre-order an iPhone 5 right now the shipping delay is already 2-3 weeks. The only chance to get an iPhone 5 now in time is to line-up at an Apple Store or carrier store this Friday at 8:00am. The lines have though already started to form on some Apple Stores.

The 2-3 week iPhone 5 shipping delay is global.

We are likely the hear from Apple this week that the iPhone 5 has been pre-ordered in record numbers. 

Via the Apple Store.

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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.
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@Anonymous wrote:

Hi Guys,

 

I just ordered my iPhone 5 32gb in white on the £26 contract with O2 from phones4u. Spoke to really nice lady called Emma, who price matched the handset cost to £299.99 instead of £359.99, I also get the accessories bundle worth £60 included and all delivered on the 21st (I made sure that was correct and she said the phone would be delivered and someone would need to sign for it at the door).

 

So this means I don't have to queue up early in the morning and got a better deal than what the O2 retail store prices are offering for the handset slight_smile


Hmm - I think I would doubLe check that delivery date you've been given there if I was you ! I also upgraded via P4U and I specifically asked them, would the phone get deliveredon the 21st or dispatched on the 21st? 

 

I was told that P4U DISPATCH the phones on the 21st and they get delivered by Royal Mail next day delivery. As the 21st is on a Friday and Royal Mail's 'Next Day Delivery' does NOT include Saturdays, it basically means that people who have ordered with P4U should expect to receive their iPhone 5s on Monday 24th at the earliest. 

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