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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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You've compared queuing up to going to a football match, I think you need to get out more. I would of thought it being far easier to order for Friday delivery no?

Why because people can't be as excited about something other than football! I was referring to the match not the queuing! People go to football to be around others who all like the same thing as them, queuing for an iphone is like a mini convention! You'd be surprised the type of people you meet! wink In some instances the store lay on food and drink, they have games and entertainment! 

 

Yes preordering is easier but there is an inexplained excitment about queing for certain things that has a following! Trust me Im no queue fan, I don't go in to Sainsburys and buy each item individually, so don't judge! Dont knock it till you've tried it! wink

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Mate your talking about a mobile phone not a brand new car. Unfortunately I will never get to try it as my time is very important to me.
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@Anonymous wrote:
You've compared queuing up to going to a football match, I think you need to get out more. I would of thought it being far easier to order for Friday delivery no?

Why because people can't be as excited about something other than football! I was referring to the match not the queuing! People go to football to be around others who all like the same thing as them, queuing for an iphone is like a mini convention! You'd be surprised the type of people you meet! wink In some instances the store lay on food and drink, they have games and entertainment! 

 

Yes preordering is easier but there is an inexplained excitment about queing for certain things that has a following! Trust me Im no queue fan, I don't go in to Sainsburys and buy each item individually, so don't judge! Dont knock it till you've tried it! wink


I totally agree with you there - there's just no other feeling than queuing for something that everybody wants! 

 

I remember queuing up for my iPhone 4 at the Apple Store in Kingston - they had music, drinks, cakes, the lot - a very surreal experience!! And I do remember waking up at silly o clock in order to get there.....don't think I would do it again though, I think I love my sleep too much now!!!!!!Smiley LOL

 

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Mate your talking about a mobile phone not a brand new car. Unfortunately I will never get to try it as my time is very important to me.

 

"This is a total disaster I've been waiting all day" - Each to their own hey... 

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Mine has been dispatched today according to my account page!

 

Parcel number              Courier name                          Dispatch date

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PARCELINE Track my order

18th September 2012

 

 

 

Shaaaaaating!

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Same here so pleased
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Looks like Friday delivery to me woohoo
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lol that's going to send a few peiple on here loopy reading these posts!

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@Anonymous wrote:

@Anonymous wrote:
Mate your talking about a mobile phone not a brand new car. Unfortunately I will never get to try it as my time is very important to me.

 

"This is a total disaster I've been waiting all day" - Each to their own hey... 


 

That is exactly why I go to store.  Getting there at 5ish means I will be home before 10am and I don’t have to sit in for the rest of the day, not daring to move from near the window and getting frustrated that it hasn’t arrived yet. 

Plus, it is quite fun (I may revise this statement if it rains)

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Hi, has it been confirmed anywhere that all O2 stores are opening at 8.00am on Friday? I only ask as there are two stores near me, the one normally opens at 9 and the other at 9.30, the later opening one however is in a nice warm shopping centre 🙂 The shopping centre itself is opening at 6am to allow people in to start queuing as there is also an Apple store in there.
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