12-09-2012 18:41 - edited 25-09-2012 12:59
12-09-2012 18:41 - edited 25-09-2012 12:59
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!
on 17-09-2012 23:17
on 17-09-2012 23:17
@Anonymous wrote:
Hi Fezzzer
So far I have:
Camping chair (so when they decide to wash the flipping pavement I can still sit down)
iPod (as my galaxy s2 is rubbish for battery life)
Magazine (incase all the boys I'll be queuing with aren't talkative....I'm pretty sure as usual ill be the only girl outside at 5am)
Flask of coffee
iPad
Umbrella
Waterproof coat
Kitchen sink
I'm a girl who likes to be prepared!
.......hope you're not planning on camping outside the Apple Regent Street store cos you won't be the first! Some people have apparently started queuing up there already!!!
on 17-09-2012 23:24
on 17-09-2012 23:30
Lol, no, my local O2. I was there at 5am for the iphone 4 launch and was the 4th person but 1st girl. Think it was about 730 before I saw another girl.
I was considering going to my nearest Apple store but that would mean a 45 min drive and probably leaving at 2am or something silly.
Im hoping 5am is early enough this year...I haven't seen many people saying they are going to O2 on Friday? I kind of wish I had preordered from Apple but I think the suspense would kill me. Whenever I get anything delivered it either doesn't turn up at all, the man posts a card during the 30 seconds I take a loo break or it doesn't come until 8pm when I am in a right strop thinking it won't arrive.
Igave no patience, but no tolerance to cold weather either. I hope it doesn't rain!
on 17-09-2012 23:36
I Basically Waited On O2 Website All Day Kept Looking On Upgrade Page And The iPhone 5 Popped Up It Was Around 5-5:30pm lol Just Hope It Comes Then. Which Phone You Oder Andrew Mate
on 17-09-2012 23:43
So glad I'm getting it delivered to work, let's hope the mailroom guys don't steal it!
on 17-09-2012 23:44
on 17-09-2012 23:44
Pre-ordered mine with Three, as much as I would have liked to stay with 02, the prices are considerably higher than Three with less minutes/data, and I don't even have 3G coverage with 02 where I live where as I do with Three.
on 18-09-2012 01:16
on 18-09-2012 08:17
on 18-09-2012 08:17
Not sure if its been asked already, but will there be a store by store stock checker in place?
Last year for the iPhone 4s i was able to look online to see which store had the particular colour and memory size i was after. Hope they do that again as i dont really want to queue up just to be told they dont have the iphone i want
on 18-09-2012 08:59
18-09-2012 09:36 - edited 18-09-2012 09:39
18-09-2012 09:36 - edited 18-09-2012 09:39
Ok, couple of questions - sorry if covered, this thread has gotten looong!
Pre-ordered iPhone 5 and it's supposed to arrive on Friday, had no confirmation by email or anything else, order shows as processing etc so I'm not too concerned - I guess this is normal?
Having checked with online help that I can't change delivery address to my office does anyone with past experience know what happens if you're not in for delivery? I had the iPhone 4 on launch with the same procedure but was home for that, without a time I can't really spend the day waiting...