Touch Pro Release Info (consolidated criticalaudioinc info)

[Baffles]

Originally Posted by hotboy8628

well i have no idea, if someone has it, I need you guys to post it and I will drive there today and show it to him, and let you know what he says, but that would he told me!!! ...hes an a hole lol

https://myrewardzone.bestbuy.com/off...offerCode=3012

That says it right there.

Fine print says: * Smart phone offer does not include Apple iPhone 3G or Unlocked Phones. Instant savings on phones require activation through Best Buy of new lines of service with 2-year agreement on each line, or a 2-year agreement for qualified existing customers. Activation of a data plan required for savings. See a Mobile Phone Specialist for details. Limit 5 phones per customer. No dealers. Service available in New Jersey. Carriers and phones vary by store. Subject to the terms and conditions of the carrier agreement, including, as applicable, activation fees, credit approval and termination fees. Closeout SKUs not included. Offer valid 10/5/08 - 11/1/08.

[stevenmh]

Originally Posted by holo

The coupon contradicts that - in fact the coupon says it is ONLY valid with a new line of service or upgrade eligible customer.

Beat me to it.

Is there any actual "coupon" for this... or just printing the ad from the reward zone website?

[chedda_chez]

^^^^^^GREAT INFO but should go in the BB thread right under this one....theres a manager that works for bb in that thread. maybe he can answer it for you guys.

btw: where is critical?

-Chez

[Ticklemepinks]

Originally Posted by holo

http://myrewardzone.bestbuy.com

FYI I talked to a rep at my local store and he said the 20% off will come off the upgrade price, so if you get it for $299 it will be $299-$60. Other postings by employees seem to confirm that here as well.

well i'm sorry i'm just stating what he told me hunny, i hope your right please believe me sweetheart!!!! so i'm hoping!!!!

[Baffles]

Probably sleeping or enjoying his 4 day weekend. :P

[Zero_Shadow]

Originally Posted by ohm4life911

So the sprint touch pro will be able to use the GSM Battery Cover? if so where can you buy it?

Here's everything I could find about the battery cover per info posted by Critical and Saumaun

Originally Posted by criticalaudioinc

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I know that you said that the rounded edges will prevent the use of the GSM battery cover on this phone but I also read that you would give it a once over did you get a chance to look at that? I really like the look of the GSM battery than the plain silver one we will be getting do you think that it would take a lot to be able to use that cover instead of the silver one.

I might be making a fuss over something so simple but the GSM cover looks great.

- Attempted the modification today, the only issue is there is not enough to play with, the casing can fit but all corners are open, now could you mold something in the corners yes, would it be worth in a sense? Not sure that’s all user opinion. But I did bring up to HTC if it would be possible to release a Diamond backing for the Pro and Diamond as a accessory for the Rounded models, HTC was found of the Idea and will normally release this information or design to third party vendors.

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Originally Posted by saumaun

Oh wow! Thanks critical! Excellent summary of questions!

I was EXTREMELY pleased with the answer of the GSM cover... Just to be clear, are we talking placing this GSM Touch Pro battery cover on the CDMA Touch Pro that will be released by sprint in 10 days?





You said that the only thing that needs to change are the corners... can you confirm that the cover does fit around the sides like the stock cover? Sounds weird, but is it too tight or loose around the sides, and do the sides match up with the device [minus the corners, of course!] And what about the camera/flash holes - do they match up perfectly?


Sorry if that was unclear... and sorry for obsessing about the backing!

I know you aren't supposed to, but do you think if you talk to someone and they supervise you taking a picture of the GSM backing on the TP they will let you post it?

Originally Posted by criticalaudioinc

Taking a picture I know they will not do. This is per policy, Now for the backing I attempted modding it but couldnt get it to fit right but whats weird is it looks like it would fit. But looks can be deceiving,

Originally Posted by saumaun

BTW, critical I really appreciate the info.

So basically, it's possible? How does it look at the curved areas show in the picture below? Or did Sprint decide to flatten it?

Originally Posted by criticalaudioinc

The curves are what the issues are good back view of the pic though, Allows me to explain better, If you view that a image and compare it to the other image HTC provides on the website the curves are off by mm's which is the pain but HTC sent a email requesting more information on the accessory IDEA so I wonder what they may do.

Originally Posted by saumaun

YAY! Does IDEA stand for anything, or it just idea?

So does that mean HTC is considering designing a Diamond style Pro battery cover? If so, could you PLEASE do everything in your power to approve the idea? Or promote it to your boss by saying something like 'It will help their marketing because it is unique and stylish'

The information you are posting is music to my ears! Thanks again

Originally Posted by criticalaudioinc

Already ahead of you, when i saw the backing buisness casual come to mind, ( figures Sprint ), Me i love the diamond backing, here's how I put the idea

Explained to HTC and sprint, that it could be a likely be profitable, It would count as a accessory for the phone and allow customization to the phone - Something sprint lacks currently and needs, Explained also if a battery cover was lost instead of replacing it at cost to sprint a customer could purchase that cover if they perfer ( another profit ). Then to my amazement sprint agreed with no questions asked except would it be possible to do different colors and could the factory cover be available, then there was also the question of covers, I then brought up that the phone design is ment to be shown off but the back portion could be the key for design, Also explained this would be a useful way to promot the extended battery, sprint again agreed no questions asked, and for once there was a pause from HTC on the conference call ( can you say heaven? ). So its looking again so far but has not be comfirmed or put into design.

Originally Posted by saumaun

!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I bow down to you!!

You just made my week! And it's been a pretty bad week... quarter exams, delayed monitor, etc.

Wow... I'm seriously SOOO happy!

So if all goes well, the back cover would be an optional accessory? I wonder when it will be available!

Originally Posted by criticalaudioinc

As for the accessory being released Im not sure its if HTC and Sprint agree to it.

[criticalaudioinc]

Originally Posted by mdodge

"Customers will be able to purchase the device in select national retailers beginning the week of Oct. 26 and in all Sprint sales channels, including online at www.sprint.com, 1-800-SPRINT1 and Sprint Stores, on Nov. 2"

From the way I read that, it says it will be availabe to select retailers (BB) by the 26th then everywhere else on the 2nd

Originally Posted by slyfox7

critical,

any update on the verizon version being crippled

Originally Posted by Zero_Shadow

Critical
Thanks for the info on the gsm battery cover I fell in love with it as soon as I saw it and I think Im just about as passionate about it as saumaun. So thanks for that and all the other info you have given.

Originally Posted by hotboy8628

Okay more info, I just got off the fone with my boss, He tells me that they are expecting the shipment late today or early tomorrow and will plan on selling it as soon as they open on sunday, they 20% off pda fones will not work unless you don't have a upgrade to use, the 20% is only off the fone price and not with the upgrade discounts, but we honor the discounts by having a set price for 1 year upgrade and 2 year upgrades! ***edit**** its a bestbuy storeann arbor, mi

Originally Posted by Baffles

Probably sleeping or enjoying his 4 day weekend. :P

I spoke with sprint corp today and they explained to me this morning about the News Release, there jumping for joy right now!, I checked all centers and everyone shipped before 12:01.

Verizon phone does show a 7501a chipset so its looking like it will be crippled

More then happy to help, and what is sad is even on my day off HTC wants to discuss the designs, but hey they offered time a half pay, aslong as I can stay in my boxers and do the call from home im cool lol

Bestbuys are supposed to received etiher today tomorrow and apprently there are some set for Sunday morning. This is per Sprint but they did state it was subject to change but not likey!

[Baffles]

Thanks for all your info!

[houdini]

critical, my bb tells me they just got them in and are selling. She said they just sold an upgrade for 299 + tax. I asked if it was the pro with keyboard and she said yes (I asked that because I thought she might be talking about the diamond). I told her that another bb said they couldn't sell till the 26th but she insisted I could come in right now and pick it up. Can that be true? Could some BBs already have the phones from your shipments and be selling them?

[criticalaudioinc]

Originally Posted by Baffles

Thanks for all your info!

Its not a problem at all, it now made sense why sprint was on top of the shipment processing hourly, I was not aware of them releasing a news release that quick until they call me this morning. But was very suprised when they released it, They also stated they may allow telesales to start taking orders on next week if all shipments are completed ( which they are ) so its looking great so far, but again is only being discussed so no promises on that one. But in other news due to all centers released there shipments out early, All management in all the centers qualify for a free touch pro, so of course ( DOES HAPPY DANCE). So what is some accessories everyone has been looking at?