Cheapest iPhone discussion

Max_1066

slenderkitten wrote: »

where have this been reported its the first i heard abot it?

I didn't know about this potential problem until after I'd got it ...

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/technology/8759590.stm

Just tried it and the signal level def drops. There's various comments on other forums.

bobtail_5

I have been trawling the internet for information on the iPhone 4 and how I can get hold of one with my current contract. Does anyone know what options I have... I currently have an Orange contract for £10 a month I got a new phone (not a very good one) about three months ago and my deal is 600 minutes, unlimited texts and 15 free picture messages per month. I was originally paying over £40 a month with Orange so when I called up they offered me a good deal when I threatened to leave their network. I am in the middle of a contract but would I still be able to 'upgrade' with the iPhone 4 considering I will then be paying bigger monthly bills? Also, I don't mind paying for the iPhone up front but then surely I will still need some kind of contract in order to receive internet access on it and continue to have allocated minutes and texts each month? I'm guessing I won't be able to transfer to another network because I am in the middle of a contract (not sure the length) and I'm no sure that I would want to join the Tesco network anyway!

Thanks in advance, I'd really appreciate any help with this :-)

Exhortation

dot-to-dot wrote: »

I know Orange have good coverage and are generally helpful and reliable - from my experience anyway. I was wondering if anyone had any info on Tesco - coverage etc? I'm sure I read in a post they use the o2 network is that right? Does anyone have an iPhone already with them? Thanks in advance!

Yes, Tesco do piggy-back on the O2 network so their coverage is excellent.

fredsdead

Has anyone had trouble ringing the Tesco number 0800 433 4994 to order an iPhone.

I just keep getting an engaged tone.

Max_1066

I tried ALL DAY yesterday and Tesco's were engaged every time. Ended up getting one from O2. Has anyone tried going to a Tesco Mobile store ?

p.s. sorry to burst anyones bubble however have to say I'm not convinced the iPhone 4 is that much better (in reality) than the 3GS with iOS4 software on it. The camera is a bit better, the display is a little better, etc ... its nice but not a quantum leap. Great piece of engineering though.

jjuk2k2

I spent 20 mins redialling against the engaged tone this morning, then 35 mins in a queue to finally get through to a lady who took my payment and arranged to ship me an Iphone for tomorrow.. result!!

However, 1hr ago I got an email from Tesco Direct informing me that they'd cancelled my order.

I called the number and have been advised they have cancelled all order so far today due to a 'back end system glitch' and I was more than welcome to try a fresh order later today as they are still taking orders in the hope the 'glitch' will be fixed.

My worry is they'll presumably re-credit check me and that can only be damaging surely?

Anyone else had a cancel email from them that can confirm my findings?

Cheers
James

fredsdead

I dont know if I might just go to my local tesco and try there

fredsdead

Tried my local Tescos and have had no joy.

Guess Ill just have to keep ringing

disney_cjd

So if Tesco and o2 are the same, if you have a Tesco iPhone can you use an o2 sim at the end of the 12 months?

nad_

bobtail_5 wrote: »

I have been trawling the internet for information on the iPhone 4 and how I can get hold of one with my current contract. Does anyone know what options I have... I currently have an Orange contract for £10 a month I got a new phone (not a very good one) about three months ago and my deal is 600 minutes, unlimited texts and 15 free picture messages per month. I was originally paying over £40 a month with Orange so when I called up they offered me a good deal when I threatened to leave their network. I am in the middle of a contract but would I still be able to 'upgrade' with the iPhone 4 considering I will then be paying bigger monthly bills? Also, I don't mind paying for the iPhone up front but then surely I will still need some kind of contract in order to receive internet access on it and continue to have allocated minutes and texts each month? I'm guessing I won't be able to transfer to another network because I am in the middle of a contract (not sure the length) and I'm no sure that I would want to join the Tesco network anyway!

Thanks in advance, I'd really appreciate any help with this :-)

you are in new contract and its like only 3 months old, and if i remember correctly then you can't change your deal at when it is 6 months old.so if they can upgrade to iphon4 after 6 months for you then you are lucky.1st because you will have enough time to check all pros and cons on the iphone4 and 2nd you can come to a new contract and presumably the price would have gone down by that time. so the bottom line is be patient.that what i am doing.but 1st do call your network customer centre to confirm what their policies are,and also i heard on 15 july Motorola is launching its new phone, and its called iphone killer.so you will have time to see that as well.bottom line "wait"..............