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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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o2 really aren't doing themselves any favours by keeping their own staff in the dark or telling them to give out mis-information especially on something like twitter! As said before apple does not send out sim cards with phones because they are network specific. Much more likely that you can pick up a sim in store before your phone arrives or maybe they will start sending them out once the web pages are back up

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@Anonymous wrote:

i just been through to the sales team at 02 and they said that there systems have not been updated with the tarriffs, and they wont be taking pre orders till 12 this afternoon over the phone

 

 

Thanks for that, I'm sick in bed today might go back to sleep then!

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Well, after holding for upgrades for 40 mins, I was told that I would NOT be able to order and that preorders were going to be made available ONLINE ONLY.

I was told the website is currently being updated and to check back after 9am.

When I complained about all this misinformation, she told me that "it was only announced a few days ago" and that was the first o2 knew of the new iphone, so they havent had enough time to prepare.

Such utter BS.
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thinking the same thing but to be honest i am taking things with a pinch of salt at the moment, hope this is not true though as 02 are lagging behind other networks

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Have you noticed 1gb of O2 data on carphone warehouse is £6 instead of £10
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O2 are always behind other networks
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update just recieved a phone call from 02 them selves and i have now been told it should be around the 10am mark they will be taking pre orders

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As a platinum customer I am surprised I cannot pre order (via an upgrade via my Iphone 4) the Iphone 5 for delivery to my home on the release date of September 21st:smileysad:

I don't really want to go to my local store as I am sure there will be long queues. So how can i get it on the release date without going to the store?

I have tried the online chat and the advisor said i have to buy it online on the 21st, if I do this, how long will I need to await it's delivery? I am going back to work overseas at end of sept and would like to take the new phone with me...

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@Anonymous wrote:
Well, after holding for upgrades for 40 mins, I was told that I would NOT be able to order and that preorders were going to be made available ONLINE ONLY.

I was told the website is currently being updated and to check back after 9am.

When I complained about all this misinformation, she told me that "it was only announced a few days ago" and that was the first o2 knew of the new iphone, so they havent had enough time to prepare.

Such utter BS.

that's useless for those of us on 12 month simplicity. You can upgrade any time you like, but not online! Gah

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So yesterday I was told 8am, then today I was told 9am, now you're being told 10am. This is pathetic, o2.
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