[Merged] Hot deal for Rogers Wireless Customers

[Letsgetit]

Cause I need an oil change on my big boy car.
Ok, because my post is humorous doesn't mean I'm young. Thats just how you have to look at these situations with these Rogers reps. Actually, people that inquire about age after reading a particular post, and posting 3 consecutive times to be the author of the 4000th post are actually the young ones :-0 LOL. Anyways, I have 3 services with Rogers. Quit assuming I'm trying to give a 'math lesson'. It was just exactly what you said, a rant. Just like 2000 other posts on this thread :cheesygri. Have a nice day you Rogers rep.

[HamsterGirl35]

**sigh**.....
Stupid me, just missed my billing and they are going to charging me ($45+10 cid) X 2 for first month....

If I call in sometime today, will they adjust the monthly fee next month if I downgrade to $25? or I should wait till before next billing? :(

[jonathan989]

I don't know if someone already mentioned it but I called Rogers today and was told that RZAR is free on a 2-yr term now. The CS also told me the offer is up only for a few days. They also allow you to choose black or silver.

im also really interested in this... comfirmed?

[bubble.tea]

Cause I need an oil change on my big boy car.
.....Actually, people that inquire about age after reading a particular post, and posting 3 consecutive times to be the author of the 4000th post are actually the young ones :-0 LOL. Have a nice day you Rogers rep.
LOL...you're too much. What can I say, the fact that I'm HARDLY EVER online this much during working hours (March Break) was incentive enough for me to capitalize on the opportunity of the 4000th lol-I accept all claims of my juvenility coming full out on that one :lol:. Why're you fixated on me being a rep? I swear I'm not....and seriously...you DO need a math lesson :D

i dont think they asked ted rogers personally if its ok to give lil ol me a nice plan.....

no man., not your personally., get Ted to Ok the creation of the dept. I can't disagree with your other comments. Makes sense to me. p.s. I've not given much thought to the new hup system...mainly cuz it doesn't affect me. Corp Hup ;)

[Letsgetit]

No I don't. Just a little midday humour. Nothing wrong with that bud. Have a nice day.

[bubble.tea]

..... Just a little midday humour. Nothing wrong with that bud. Have a nice day.


heheh...couldn't agree more. :) p.s. My names'.....Suzie! LMAO :D

[myapple]

I don't know if someone already mentioned it but I called Rogers today and was told that RZAR is free on a 2-yr term now. The CS also told me the offer is up only for a few days. They also allow you to choose black or silver.
I called in today and got:

-free black razr + free bluetooth (3 yrs term)
-$20/month plan for 250 mins (with unlimited evenings/weekends)
-free caller id
-free VM for 1 yr
-100 mins LD
-3 months unlimited text/picture messaging, 6 months local calls
-no admin fee

I signed up on a 3 yr term because they said if i wanted a 2 yr term, the cost of the phone would be $50 and no bluetooth included. Also, the minutes included with 2 yrs is 200 vs 250 for 3 yrs.

I guess I don't mind signing away another 3 yrs. After all, I've already been with rogers/cantel for almost 7yrs. And this only my third phone!

[faizalm]

I called in today and got:

-free black razr + free bluetooth (3 yrs term)
-$20/month plan for 250 mins (with unlimited evenings/weekends)
-free caller id
-free VM for 1 yr
-100 mins LD
-3 months unlimited text/picture messaging, 6 months local calls
-no admin fee

I signed up on a 3 yr term because they said if i wanted a 2 yr term, the cost of the phone would be $50 and no bluetooth included. Also, the minutes included with 2 yrs is 200 vs 250 for 3 yrs.

I guess I don't mind signing away another 3 yrs. After all, I've already been with rogers/cantel for almost 7yrs. And this only my third phone!


damn, thats awsome deal man...
i got the black razr and paid $42 for it plus no BT head sets...
no extra shits...

[faizalm]

a question
----------

i got black razr with 3yr of $20/mthly plan...
its my 6th month coming up..
i am not in a big need of a cell phone now....
i m tired of asking known ppl for a phone plan, all says "no need" :(
if i cancel the plan, i need to pay Mr.Ted Rogers $200..
any plans/suggestions to skip paying $200 and to cancel the plan?

[aznk]

that is a pretty standard plan from retentions
but a good deal on the phone and BT

btw, about the new HUP:
Im off contract for 6 months now... and have been waiting for a good phone to get for HUP. I am wondering should I get a HUP before the new changes? or would i still have enough bargaining power after the changes to get the same phone pricing?

i dont know which phone to get: W600i is the only one worth getting?

[myapple]

a question
----------

i got black razr with 3yr of $20/mthly plan...
its my 6th month coming up..
i am not in a big need of a cell phone now....
i m tired of asking known ppl for a phone plan, all says "no need" :(
if i cancel the plan, i need to pay Mr.Ted Rogers $200..
any plans/suggestions to skip paying $200 and to cancel the plan?
I'm not exactly sure, but did u ask whether it was possible to swtich to pay as you go?

[Kwirky]

a question
----------

i got black razr with 3yr of $20/mthly plan...
its my 6th month coming up..
i am not in a big need of a cell phone now....
i m tired of asking known ppl for a phone plan, all says "no need" :(
if i cancel the plan, i need to pay Mr.Ted Rogers $200..
any plans/suggestions to skip paying $200 and to cancel the plan?

Put the RAZR on eBay and use that money to recoup a part of the Early Cancellation Fee.

[ecaps]

I just got myself 2 free RAZRs with admin fee waived, because I have two lines with Rogers. I need to re-commit on a 2-yr term but I am only 2 months into my previous 2-yr term. I just need to extend my term to additional 2 months. Also I am not yet eligible for HUP since my last HUP was done Dec 04. I have no idea why I got such an offer when I first called this morning and asked for the price of phones for upgrade. The guy who offered me did say this free RAZR on a 2-yr term can only be had if you take the deal in these few days. I called back later today and another CS honoured the offer. They said I will be charged $149+$35 per phone but will also be credited the same amount on the bill.

[rvs007]

Ecaps,

Did you call Customer Relations or the regular CSRs to get this deal? I'm planning on doing the same and I also have two lines.

[ecaps]

I called Customer Relation first but then when I called back to try to redeem the offer the lady said the guy offered me is in Consolidation Department. I have bundle services from Rogers - Cable TV, Internet and 2 Wireless numbers. I think you can start by calling Customer Relation and try.

[myapple]

that is a pretty standard plan from retentions
but a good deal on the phone and BT

btw, about the new HUP:
Im off contract for 6 months now... and have been waiting for a good phone to get for HUP. I am wondering should I get a HUP before the new changes? or would i still have enough bargaining power after the changes to get the same phone pricing?

i dont know which phone to get: W600i is the only one worth getting?
They didn't initially offer me the bluetooth unit. I had to ask for it. The rep said I could only have it with a 3yr contract.

The w600i is nice and has a lot of features, but I don't think it's being offered for $0 right now. If u're lucky, maybe u can get it for around $50-100.

[jay_bionic]

I just got myself 2 free RAZRs with admin fee waived, because I have two lines with Rogers. I need to re-commit on a 2-yr term but I am only 2 months into my previous 2-yr term. I just need to extend my term to additional 2 months. Also I am not yet eligible for HUP since my last HUP was done Dec 04. I have no idea why I got such an offer when I first called this morning and asked for the price of phones for upgrade. The guy who offered me did say this free RAZR on a 2-yr term can only be had if you take the deal in these few days. I called back later today and another CS honoured the offer. They said I will be charged $149+$35 per phone but will also be credited the same amount on the bill.
I just called them up and they told me that there's nothing like that promotion you got. Anyways, congrats on getting such a good deal.

[rvs007]

I'm on the phone with Customer Relations right now. I could only get the $149+35 discount with the RAZR on a 2-year term on only one of my lines. However, one of my line is on month-to-month and the other one is on a 3-year term expiring Dec/07 and they said I can do the HUP on the line with the existing 3-year term, which meant I only had to extend the term for 3 months (to March/08). So my other line remains untouched on month-to-month and it is eligible for HUP at any time.

Thanks Ecaps for letting us know about this offer!!!!

[bubble.tea]

..............which meant I only had to extend the term for 3 months (to March/08). ....!!


huh? Let me get this straight. They didn't call your bluff on a line, that you CREATED 3 MONTHS ago?

Geez...this is becoming childsplay.....not to mention being abused up the yin-yang.

[ecaps]

I got it for both of my lines, I supposed. And you should have more bargaining power for your line not on contract. You should try to give them a call again later and ask. That's what I did coz the lady was only willing to honour the offer to me on one line. So I called again few hours later and talked to another CS and told her I decided to want the same offer on my other line and she gave it to me.

[rvs007]

The guy I talked to said the promotion depends on how much you spend per month. Ecaps mentioned that he also has Cable TV and Internet, which is what I have also. Ecaps: Can you tell us how much your Rogers bill comes to per month? Mine totals about $184/month after the Better Choice Bundle discounts, credits, and taxes are applied.

[rvs007]

huh? Let me get this straight. They didn't call your bluff on a line, that you CREATED 3 MONTHS ago?

Geez...this is becoming childsplay.....not to mention being abused up the yin-yang.

First of all, I didn't call in to cancel. I said I heard about this promotion from a friend (RFD is a great friend!) and I asked if my account is eligible for the same offer. I didn't threaten to cancel and I asked nicely.

Also, I didn't create the line 3 months ago. The line that I did the HUP on goes back to 1999 and I last did a HUP in Dec/04 for a 3-year term (ending Dec/07). So they've waived my early HUP fee along with the cost of the phone ($149) and the $35 admin fee on a 2-year term.

I don't think that is abusing the system at all.. It's keeping me a happy Rogers customer for another 2 years.

[bubble.tea]

First of all, I didn't call in to cancel. I said I heard about this promotion from a friend (RFD is a great friend!) ...........................It's keeping me a happy Rogers customer for another 2 years.

can't argue with either of those comments. :) Happy bargain hunting.

[iRon(V)oNKeY]

They didn't initially offer me the bluetooth unit. I had to ask for it. The rep said I could only have it with a 3yr contract.

The w600i is nice and has a lot of features, but I don't think it's being offered for $0 right now. If u're lucky, maybe u can get it for around $50-100.

At Metrotown Mall in Burnaby, you can get the W600i for FREE, if you subscribe to a $50 data plan. So if you got a Blackberry, PALMONE, or simply go nuts on your data usage I suggest yoiu jump at the oppurtunity. Otherwise, $50 is alot, lol. :(

[LimitedEdition]

are alot of you ppl calling to Rogers and quoting RFD? my CSR sneered at me when i mentioned RFD forums. the mood of the conversations completely changed when i mentioned the "deals" you are getting!!! so my advice to ppl trying to haggle ... there has definately been some memo about RFD ... and i'm not too sure how the CSR groupies are interpreting it. so its probably better not to even mention RFD.

after 5 min conversation...
me: according to RFD forums ppl are getting voice mail thrown in.
csr: you know that is a forum and you can't trust all the information given there
me: i know, but there are over 4000 posts and at least 50 confirmations from ppl all across this country.
csr: yes, i've read the site

and i left the conversation stating i'd continue shopping around. it's over ... my account is tarnished =)

ititially asking for a razr HUP ... i was offered $99 for the razr with BT headset on a 3yr term or $129 W600i on a 3 yr. $25 for 250 min, caller ID inclusive, eve/wknd at 6pm. but not the free voice mail ... and i forgot to ask about $5 bill credit.

what are my options now ... i really want a new reliable phone haha.

[st7860]

always speak politely, and ALWAYS ask for the CSRs name.

[AllWheelDrift]

are alot of you ppl calling to Rogers and quoting RFD? my CSR sneered at me when i mentioned RFD forums. the mood of the conversations completely changed when i mentioned the "deals" you are getting!!! so my advice to ppl trying to haggle ... there has definately been some memo about RFD ... and i'm not too sure how the CSR groupies are interpreting it. so its probably better not to even mention RFD.
Um... yeah, one could have guessed mentioning you read it on a forum would be a bad call. :p

The people that are successful aren't demanding. It's best to say you're looking at other providers, or your friend seems to have a much better plan. I'd sneer at you too if you said "I read it on the Internet..." Sure it's true, but then it becomes obvious that your just an opportunist looking for a better deal.

[molexir]

Why on earth would anyone dare quote or mention RFD when talking to Rogers Cx relations/retentions or any company for that matter?!

I mean WTF - this is suppose to be an information forum for us to pass on knowledge and experience to help benefit each other - and then some of you geniuses go showing your cards like fools and say "... well on RFD they're all getting..."

People smarten up!

You don't get an offer you like politely decline or say you'll mull it over then call back later.

bubble.tea feel free to chime in - i can already see you rubbing your hands before you hit the keys!

[bubble.tea]

Why on earth would anyone dare quote or mention RFD ......................and then some of you geniuses go showing your cards like fools and say "... well on RFD they're all getting..."

People smarten up!
.....

bubble.tea feel free to chime in - i can already see you rubbing your hands before you hit the keys!

lol...I'm humbled Molexir. I've made quite an impression on some it seems. You've pretty much encapsulated my feelings., but if I may...I'll add one or two.

a classic song comes to ming by Kenny Rogers.

You got to know when to hold em...When to fold em.
NOWHERE in that song does it say...know when to show em. I mean geez...do you guys wanna put a permanent BAN/close on all further discussions/posts about Rogers specials??? Cuz I'm tellin' ya...Sooner or later...higher ups will contact Ryan...and he'll lay the smack down.

[st7860]

the difference is the administrator of RED FLAG isn't in bed with Rogers Wireless as Howardforums.com is(ie: prohibited talk on unlocking phones, can't ask about special plans, etc)

[LimitedEdition]

don't worry, i was super doooper polite. i was just entertained at how the conversation's mood changed so rapidly once i mentioned RFD. for the first 5 mins, i only talked about HUP and how that worked etc etc ... trying to fish her into offering me THE offer i couldn't refuse. it backfired ... now i'm just going to email customer service and throw out an offer and hope they accept it. let you all know how that works ...

[st7860]

don't worry, i was super doooper polite. i was just entertained at how the conversation's mood changed so rapidly once i mentioned RFD. for the first 5 mins, i only talked about HUP and how that worked etc etc ... trying to fish her into offering me THE offer i couldn't refuse. it backfired ... now i'm just going to email customer service and throw out an offer and hope they accept it. let you all know how that works ...

Some people at Rogers would rather rip you off with the overpriced regular plans and locked phones. At least here you can discuss things like discounted cell phone plans and unlocking a legally purchased cell phone without fear of banning. Howardforums.com is an Ontario company that is in bed with Rogers Wireless and as such bans any questions about unlocking a cell phone and about corporate discounts and things like that.

[hwoarang]

are alot of you ppl calling to Rogers and quoting RFD? my CSR sneered at me when i mentioned RFD forums. the mood of the conversations completely changed when i mentioned the "deals" you are getting!!! so my advice to ppl trying to haggle ... there has definately been some memo about RFD ... and i'm not too sure how the CSR groupies are interpreting it. so its probably better not to even mention RFD.

after 5 min conversation...
me: according to RFD forums ppl are getting voice mail thrown in.
csr: you know that is a forum and you can't trust all the information given there
me: i know, but there are over 4000 posts and at least 50 confirmations from ppl all across this country.
csr: yes, i've read the site

and i left the conversation stating i'd continue shopping around. it's over ... my account is tarnished =)

ititially asking for a razr HUP ... i was offered $99 for the razr with BT headset on a 3yr term or $129 W600i on a 3 yr. $25 for 250 min, caller ID inclusive, eve/wknd at 6pm. but not the free voice mail ... and i forgot to ask about $5 bill credit.

what are my options now ... i really want a new reliable phone haha.


i dunno if i sound cruel, but i hope you get blacklisted

[ak47num1]

are alot of you ppl calling to Rogers and quoting RFD? my CSR sneered at me when i mentioned RFD forums. the mood of the conversations completely changed when i mentioned the "deals" you are getting!!! so my advice to ppl trying to haggle ... there has definately been some memo about RFD ... and i'm not too sure how the CSR groupies are interpreting it. so its probably better not to even mention RFD.

after 5 min conversation...
me: according to RFD forums ppl are getting voice mail thrown in.
csr: you know that is a forum and you can't trust all the information given there
me: i know, but there are over 4000 posts and at least 50 confirmations from ppl all across this country.
csr: yes, i've read the site

and i left the conversation stating i'd continue shopping around. it's over ... my account is tarnished =)

ititially asking for a razr HUP ... i was offered $99 for the razr with BT headset on a 3yr term or $129 W600i on a 3 yr. $25 for 250 min, caller ID inclusive, eve/wknd at 6pm. but not the free voice mail ... and i forgot to ask about $5 bill credit.

what are my options now ... i really want a new reliable phone haha.

Seriously, if you can't get it the first time around, try calling again and say your friend got a better deal, rather than throwing the name RFD around.

If companies start reading this site (which they probably do now), any deals would be short-lived.

Sorry for the outburst, but please try not to quote RFD or you would be ruinning it for everyone else. :(

[belfour]

Probably the number one rule in speaking with the CSR..

is DO NOT MENTION THIS SITE !!!!

[felix]

Why on earth would anyone dare quote or mention RFD when talking to Rogers Cx relations/retentions or any company for that matter?!

I mean WTF - this is suppose to be an information forum for us to pass on knowledge and experience to help benefit each other - and then some of you geniuses go showing your cards like fools and say "... well on RFD they're all getting..."

People smarten up!

Agreed. And this goes for any deal on this forum. You're only going to get laughed at and ruin it for the rest of us.

[Pyro]

don't worry, i was super doooper polite. i was just entertained at how the conversation's mood changed so rapidly once i mentioned RFD. for the first 5 mins, i only talked about HUP and how that worked etc etc ... trying to fish her into offering me THE offer i couldn't refuse. it backfired ... now i'm just going to email customer service and throw out an offer and hope they accept it. let you all know how that works ...
YOU sir, are an IDIOT
don't you dare send an email
no wonder HoFo decided to quit the talk about rentensions and whatnot
attracting people like this
look at what happend to Staples pm, tehres no doubt in my mind that this forum caused it
esp with all the bright people telling the employees about rfd every chance you get

and thats why i stayed out of this thread most of the time

[bubble.tea]

...TO limitededtion
YOU sir, are an IDIOT.....

:cheesygri
ahhh. yes. pWnAgE.

[faizalm]

Put the RAZR on eBay and use that money to recoup a part of the Early Cancellation Fee.

i haven't sell anything over ebay yet...
if i list it under the ebay for the phone, will i get good amount of money to cover my cancelling fee ($200CAD)???
its only 6 mths and i feel that something better than this(black v3) would be best... damn,..

[myapple]

i haven't sell anything over ebay yet...
if i list it under the ebay for the phone, will i get good amount of money to cover my cancelling fee ($200CAD)???
its only 6 mths and i feel that something better than this(black v3) would be best... damn,..
Brand new UNLOCKED V3's usually go for around $160-$230CDN on ebay.

[faizalm]

for all of ebay gurus out there...
i got 6 mths used black razr v3 with rogers plan...
all i want is $200CAD from you.. and phone is urs...
if u guys can sell it for better price in ebay, go rightahead...
but buy it off of me now..
pm me for it...

[hwoarang]

Probably the number one rule in speaking with the CSR..

is DO NOT MENTION THIS SITE !!!!

this is fight club essentially

rfd = fight club

[mk316]

are alot of you ppl calling to Rogers and quoting RFD? my CSR sneered at me when i mentioned RFD forums. the mood of the conversations completely changed when i mentioned the "deals" you are getting!!! so my advice to ppl trying to haggle ... there has definately been some memo about RFD ... and i'm not too sure how the CSR groupies are interpreting it. so its probably better not to even mention RFD.

after 5 min conversation...
me: according to RFD forums ppl are getting voice mail thrown in.
csr: you know that is a forum and you can't trust all the information given there
me: i know, but there are over 4000 posts and at least 50 confirmations from ppl all across this country.
csr: yes, i've read the site

and i left the conversation stating i'd continue shopping around. it's over ... my account is tarnished =)

ititially asking for a razr HUP ... i was offered $99 for the razr with BT headset on a 3yr term or $129 W600i on a 3 yr. $25 for 250 min, caller ID inclusive, eve/wknd at 6pm. but not the free voice mail ... and i forgot to ask about $5 bill credit.

what are my options now ... i really want a new reliable phone haha.
I vote this guy should be banned!!! In 3 posts he managed to piss off all RFD members and now attracted unwanted attention by rogers!!! Who told u to mention RFD to anyone when asking for a deal!!! If you are new ask first before you talk I'm sure everyone will answer you without any problems but now if any deal is mentioned here on the forum lets consider it automatically dead since rogers will just read up on it and take it off the list!

Congrats 'LimitedEdition' you've pissed off a record amount of members in record time. :mad:

[reqle55]

I vote this guy should be banned!!! In 3 posts he managed to piss off all RFD members and now attracted unwanted attention by rogers!!! Who told u to mention RFD to anyone when asking for a deal!!! If you are new ask first before you talk I'm sure everyone will answer you without any problems but now if any deal is mentioned here on the forum lets consider it automatically dead since rogers will just read up on it and take it off the list!

Congrats 'LimitedEdition' you've pissed off a record amount of members in record time. :mad:

Ditto :mad:

[LimitedEdition]

dear community

oh my oh my ... what have i caused =) i made an honest mistake ... i'm apologizing okay RFD junkies. OK that sounded a little sarcastic ... so here goes again I AM SORRY. this is public domain and if this community was designed to be closed then its interface shouldn't allow non-members to read the posts publicly anyways. some of you members really need to keep optimistic about life and about people you come across in life. otherwise you are shutting yourselves out from a huge percentage of the population who aren't as SMRT as yourselves or as quick and rational. i'm still optimistic about contributing to this community because i believe the observed FEW demeaning and even slanderous posts i have witnessed do not properly represent this very canadian group. it is pretty obvious that i am new to frequent these forums and unaware of any "speak not to CSR about RFD" provisions set on its members. please have a little compassion for your fellow haggling deal finders. i apologize again if i have killed this deal or future promotions set by Rogers. if it deserves a ban ... so be it. for me, monetary savings aren't worth destroying human relationships. i've definately been a bit shaken with this ordeal witnessed publicly here. i welcome constructive criticism, but please be civil. this is afterall a public domain and while i owe it to the community to be more responsible with my future references to RFD posts, i owe certain individuals who choose to slander me nothing, and i hope they can appreciate that in any future engagements. if you must, i'd appreciate negative and unproductive emotionally charged discourse thrown at me to be done so by private message or email. otherwise ... try showing a little compassion in life people.


Sincerely,


Kevin

[sonyminidiscman]

Come on... when you try to argue some marks back for a test from the prof or teacher, you don't go and say, "yeah, my friend got this wrong too but he got 10/15 and I only got 3/15..."........ its common sense sometimes...

However, I am sure CSR are aware of RFD... so can't really put it all on you.....

[LimitedEdition]

http://www.redflagdeals.com/deals/main.php/info/media

"Since its inception, RedFlagDeals.com and its founder, Derek Szeto, have been featured in the media numerous times. If you are interested in doing a story about RedFlagDeals.com, you will find the following information helpful."

redflagdeals is about drawing media attention ppl. its about balancing the power of corporations in a mutually beneficial way. and yes, with free-markets and enterprise there are definately ways that profits can equal better services/opportunites/equality. build a consumer community ... proud and strong ... and then use it to leverage exclusive corporate deals. or just sell it (the community) to the corporations (the unfortunate side). the forums we frequent are one of the positive outcomes and a blessing of RFD. with that said ... calling me an idiot and banning me for revealing the status of RFD ... oh please.

i'm beginning to think i should retract my apology made in an earlier post. but i'll leave it for now because consensus seemingly and strangely shows that keeping RFD a dark secret is vital. so be it.

Kevin

[ItemFinder]

dear community

oh my oh my ... what have i caused =) i made an honest mistake ... i'm apologizing okay RFD junkies. OK that sounded a little sarcastic ... so here goes again I AM SORRY. this is public domain and if this community was designed to be closed then its interface shouldn't allow non-members to read the posts publicly anyways. some of you members really need to keep optimistic about life and about people you come across in life. otherwise you are shutting yourselves out from a huge percentage of the population who aren't as SMRT as yourselves or as quick and rational. i'm still optimistic about contributing to this community because i believe the observed FEW demeaning and even slanderous posts i have witnessed do not properly represent this very canadian group. it is pretty obvious that i am new to frequent these forums and unaware of any "speak not to CSR about RFD" provisions set on its members. please have a little compassion for your fellow haggling deal finders. i apologize again if i have killed this deal or future promotions set by Rogers. if it deserves a ban ... so be it. for me, monetary savings aren't worth destroying human relationships. i've definately been a bit shaken with this ordeal witnessed publicly here. i welcome constructive criticism, but please be civil. this is afterall a public domain and while i owe it to the community to be more responsible with my future references to RFD posts, i owe certain individuals who choose to slander me nothing, and i hope they can appreciate that in any future engagements. if you must, i'd appreciate negative and unproductive emotionally charged discourse thrown at me to be done so by private message or email. otherwise ... try showing a little compassion in life people.


Sincerely,


Kevin
Quoted just in case the apology is retracted...

[reqle55]

I too received the letter...

Kevin, I'm not going to apologize to you but I will retract my comment of agreeing to ban you. I don't beleive that the motion for a ban was the intention, but rather to point out that after thousands of posts in this thread, and by members who have been on this forum for years was just ratted out on by some one who joined a few months ago is totally not cool. Although I'm sure rogers and other companies are aware of rfd, but the fact that people insist on using the forum to back up their claims to csr brings too much heat! It will ruin any other chances for these kinds of deals if people constantly refer to rfd! No one wants a good thing to end! So, let this be a lesson learned...

[weedb0y]

My BB doesn't work! Help!

:D

[AllWheelDrift]

Called today to figure out what was up with the W600i I ordered 6 days ago. Turns out they are experiencing "inventory problems" with that phone. I.e. no stock and they aren't sure when they'll get more. All they said is they haven't had any since the 6th or 7th and hope to have more really soon.

[weedb0y]

What other phones do you guys recommened? I dont want a Moto :)

[bubble.tea]

Quoted just in case the apology is retracted...
lol...classic.
Come on... when you try to argue some marks back for a test from the prof or teacher, you don't go and say, "yeah, my friend got this wrong too but he got 10/15 and I only got 3/15..."........ its common sense sometimes...
However, I am sure CSR are aware of RFD... so can't really put it all on you. :!: ....

WHAT? are you kidding me...if buddy with the same mistake got full marks..I definately would quote it....although events come to mind where buddy DIDNT want their exams quoted on account of the teacher deciding to go and RECORRECT all the tests LMAO.......not because of me...but because someone BEFORE me., asked the same thing...so I was saved by the early-bird in effect.

Now as to banning LimitedEdition...that's rubbish, and you all know it. With the bunch of noobs who've frequented this thread over the year and a half...do you really believe for ONE SECOND, that he's the only one who's quoted RFD? There have been many....MANY others-trust me. Having said that...THE LESS there are on a daily basis the better naturally., furthermore, YOU HAVE NO IDEA how many people who just READ this thread but aren't forum members, or don't post, have done the exact same thing...so that is ALSO a good point, how do you begin to figure how come there are :idea: half a million views???? and ONLY 4,000 posts. :idea:

You guys have to realize that this /HOT DEAL/ is probably theeee longest running hot deal in the forum...so just be thankful it's gone on this long...as the reality is becoming clear that one day...maybe not too soon...but ONE DAY will be gone as well :( When that happens, I will go berzerk!

[Pyro]

retension plans are technially speaking not really deals, but special offers given to people who may leave rogers

and the technically should be based on your personal case: tenure, usage, and spending
expecting to get the same plan as someone who spent twice as much as you....
sigh

abuse of the system led to staples changing their policy to 110% and hiding items claiming they are OOS
is the end in sight for retension plans?

[bubble.tea]

retension plans are technially speaking not really deals, but special offers given to people who may leave rogers
......abuse of the system led to staples changing their policy to 110% and hiding items claiming they are OOS
is the end in sight for retension plans?


hehe...well in that case, this thread is in the wrong forum...It's not a HOT DEAL...lol...j/k I know what you mean, but was speaking in the other fashion as it has long lost it's true essence.

....I love OOS, hiding stock...that's so clever on their part :)

....is it really abuse of the system? They have an policy. Is it their bother if it's the same 5% of the population who take advantage of that policy, and that nobody else takes advantage of it? I think not. In the end., they're making a sale, and that's it. I agree flagrant abuse is another thing...but the usual .01 pm'ing is good to go :)

the end is near?....meh-doubtful., I'll tell you why., I'm on a retention plan but I got suckered into spending an extra $30 bucks this month cuz I went overboard on the 100LD LMAO...good thing I added the Anytime Option so I'll be no longer suffering that sting hehe.

[Pyro]

the end is near?....meh-doubtful., I'll tell you why., I'm on a retention plan but I got suckered into spending an extra $30 bucks this month cuz I went overboard on the 100LD LMAO...good thing I added the Anytime Option so I'll be no longer suffering that sting hehe.

how were you suckered? i got that option too.....i plan to use those minutes when im in waterloo (519 area code) and i answer my phone (416 number...hence i am charged long D)
will these minutes apply for this or not?
whats the Anytime option?

[bubble.tea]

how were you suckered? i got that option too.....i plan to use those minutes when im in waterloo (519 area code) and i answer my phone (416 number...hence i am charged long D)
will these minutes apply for this or not?
whats the Anytime option?

suckered, in that it is hard to keep track of how many minutes you use up. I ended up using $29 over the included 100LD...Canada Anytime, is 1000LD for $5. ;)

[st7860]

retension plans are technially speaking not really deals, but special offers given to people who may leave rogers

and the technically should be based on your personal case: tenure, usage, and spending
expecting to get the same plan as someone who spent twice as much as you....
sigh

abuse of the system led to staples changing their policy to 110% and hiding items claiming they are OOS
is the end in sight for retension plans?

if the end was in sight then customers would simply move to Bell or Telus instead of Rogers. And you don't have to make cancellation threats to get the plan. All you need to do is have a Rogers account for 6 months, then call 1-888-936-7283 and ask for the $25/mo 250 daytime and unlimited evening/weekends plan.

[HowEver]

retension plans are technially speaking not really deals, but special offers given to people who may leave rogers and the technically should be based on your personal case: tenure, usage, and spending expecting to get the same plan as someone who spent twice as much as you....
sigh abuse of the system led to staples changing their policy to 110% and hiding items claiming they are OOS is the end in sight for retension plans?

Absolutely, in fact I heard that Rogers will be offering you incentives to cancel your account for free and leave for another wireless provider....

Any other silly questions??

[freshiem]

can we get back to the deals they are offering rather than the rants?

if this guy was dumb enough to mention RFD then he is ruining it for us all, we should ban him, but lets not ruin this awesome thread!

[batcave]

if the end was in sight then customers would simply move to Bell or Telus instead of Rogers. And you don't have to make cancellation threats to get the plan. All you need to do is have a Rogers account for 6 months, then call 1-888-936-7283 and ask for the $25/mo 250 daytime and unlimited evening/weekends plan.
Great advice! I just had the most stress free call to Rogers customer service. I already had the $25 plan. They just added on 100 LD minutes and I renewed for 3 yrs. Simple as that. Thanks! :)

[HamsterGirl35]

Hey, batcave,

Did you manage to get the HUP (new phone) after you renewed 3 years or you just simply renewed plan?

Great advice! I just had the most stress free call to Rogers customer service. I already had the $25 plan. They just added on 100 LD minutes and I renewed for 3 yrs. Simple as that. Thanks! :)

[starR]

was anyone else able to confirm the free RAZR on 2yr renewal? i'm about to resign for 2 years and if this phone is really free...well then i know what phone i'll be getting!

thanks!

[Pyro]

Absolutely, in fact I heard that Rogers will be offering you incentives to cancel your account for free and leave for another wireless provider....

Any other silly questions??
and Rogers has incentive to keep you as a customer when you demand unlimited calling for 2 years after your 4 months on a $20 plan?

maybe i forgot this:
/end sarcasm

hahahahaa ok in all seriousness

the new HUP system benefits heavy spenders the most
and honestly i woudlnt be surprised if retension plans slowly get worse
all im saying is that, in my humble opinion, i think rogers is going to spend being so easy about handing out retension plans
and there's goign to be some unhappy people here in this thread

anyways thats something else anyways
shall we get back on topic? =)

[mr_yellow]

I used to be on:

1 yr contract
200min
UE/UW starting at 8
free cid
20/mo
+5 vm.
--------------------
= $25/mo

I just renewed my contract to make use of my HUP before the 20th.

2 yr contract
200 min
UE/UW starting at 6
free cid
$25/mo
+$5 for vm
-$10 credit for duration of contract
---------------
= $20/mo

I tried the free RAZR for a 2yr contract several times, but the best I could get was $99. I was offered $50 + BT headseat if i signed on for 3 years but I don't wanna be locked into rogers for that long (though that was pretty damn tempting).

I suspect those that got the free razr for 2yr contract had *huge* monthly bills and a really long tenure at rogers. I've only been with rogers for like 4 years, and only have a wireless account which i pay <$45 a month (so it's not a lot). if i was with rogers for several more years and also had cable/internet with rogers, I probably would've gotten the free RAZR.

In the end, I HUP'd and picked up a motorola V551 for $0. It's got BT which is really what I was looking for so i can drive and talk without wires.

What I got probably wasn't the best out there, maybe I wasted my HUP, but i got what I primarily wanted: super low monthly + a new phone with BT.

YMMV...

[Pyro]

I just renewed my contract to make use of my HUP before the 20th.

2 yr contract
200 min
UE/UW starting at 6
free cid
$25/mo
+$5 for vm
-$10 credit for duration of contract
---------------
= $20/mo

I tried the free RAZR for a 2yr contract several times, but the best I could get was $99. I was offered $50 for 3yr + BT headseat. but I don't wanna be locked into rogers for that long.

I suspect those that got the free razr for 2yr contract had *huge* monthly bills and a really long tenure at rogers. I've only been with rogers for like 4 years, and only have a wireless account which i pay <$45 a month (so it's not a lot). if i was with rogers for several more year and also had cable/internet with rogers, I probably would've gotten the free RAZR.

In the end, I HUP'd and picked up a motorola V551 for $0. It's got BT which is really what I was looking for so i can drive and talk without wires.

YMMV...
good plan for really cheap
congrats! i'd rather have this actually

[rvs007]

was anyone else able to confirm the free RAZR on 2yr renewal? i'm about to resign for 2 years and if this phone is really free...well then i know what phone i'll be getting!

thanks!

As I mentioned in an earlier post, I called in last night and I was able to get the free RAZR on a 2-year term renewal on only one of my lines (I have two associated with my account). I pushed for getting two, but they won't budge. They said it is based on spending. I spend about $184 per month on Cable, Internet and Wireless. So if you spend the same or more per month, you can probably try to get the fre RAZR deal.

[hwoarang]

im wondering why ppl are ready to commit 2 years, but not 3 years to rogers... what is the diff? 1 year, i know... but if you're not planning on switching, then whats the harm when you get more incentives for signing 3 years?

commitment issues? haha..

[rvs007]

For me, I was offered a free RAZR on a 2-year term renewal. If I went with 3-years, I would get a free bluetooth headset with it. But I already own a BT headset, so I don't need another one. So I opted for a 2-year term renewal.

[jay_bionic]

Just got the W600 for $79 from that dept. By the way, does anyone know if this phone is any good? Thanks.

[ecaps]

They said it is based on spending. I spend about $184 per month on Cable, Internet and Wireless. So if you spend the same or more per month, you can probably try to get the fre RAZR deal.

My bundle bill is only around $120 per month and I have the same $20 plan on both of my wireless accounts. I was lucky to get free RAZR on each account with no admin fee after recommitting to another 2 yr while I still have 22 months left on my previous term.

[ecaps]

im wondering why ppl are ready to commit 2 years, but not 3 years to rogers... what is the diff? 1 year, i know... but if you're not planning on switching, then whats the harm when you get more incentives for signing 3 years?

commitment issues? haha..

We are supposedly allowed to carry the same wireless number to any other service provider after March 2007. Hopefully by then we will have more choices in GSM and more competitive plans on the market. That's why I opt out 3 yrs and not getting the BT headset.

[myapple]

As I mentioned in an earlier post, I called in last night and I was able to get the free RAZR on a 2-year term renewal on only one of my lines (I have two associated with my account). I pushed for getting two, but they won't budge. They said it is based on spending. I spend about $184 per month on Cable, Internet and Wireless. So if you spend the same or more per month, you can probably try to get the fre RAZR deal.
That's true. I do not spend as much as you per month so that might be why I only got the razr/BT free for 3 years. The 2yr price they quoted me was $50 + no BT. I've been with rogers for around 7 years, but I only use them for wireless. Do they also factor in tv/internet/homephone when they figure out what wireless deals you qualify for?

Since my last HUP, i was on a family plan for about 1 year (monthly spending around $70/month) and for the past 2 years, I've been spending around $35-40/month for the single line.

[st7860]

this says that the $45 700 daytime and unlimited EW plan might be back for regular customers
http://www.howardforums.com/showthread.php?t=866133

this shows two people kicking the sh1t out of their phone with hockey equipment, and the phone still works!
http://www.fatkidsong.com/phoneabuse.htm

[Mint]

Just got the W600 for $79 from that dept. By the way, does anyone know if this phone is any good? Thanks.

sweet. how did you manage to get it for $79? they offered or you bargained?
I was only able to do $99, and half of the admin fee.

[jay_bionic]

sweet. how did you manage to get it for $79? they offered or you bargained?
I was only able to do $99, and half of the admin fee.
I called that dept up and asked them about the W600. To be very honest, the lady found me to be very polite and nice (said two or three nice things about Rogers and her), she just gave it to me straight out for $79 with no admin fee.

[mr_yellow]

im wondering why ppl are ready to commit 2 years, but not 3 years to rogers... what is the diff? 1 year, i know... but if you're not planning on switching, then whats the harm when you get more incentives for signing 3 years?

commitment issues? haha..

Yeah.. probably commitment issues...

Not being locked in a long term plans allows me to re-evaluate my contract more frequently. If i was already on contract, I would't bother checking my plans, etc... If i was already on contract, I'd also have no leverage on getting cheaper plans. I seriously doubt i would've gotten the $10 credit, that's for sure..

Though I am having serious second thoughts on not getting the BT headset if I sign up for 3 yrs... I'm actually very happy with the plan i got offered...

Ah well, I can always return the phone if I change my mind..

[rvs007]

Also... with number portability coming next year, you'd expect the carriers will do more to try to retain you as a customer than allow you to move to other carriers. Being locked in a 3-year term will probably keep you from benefiting from that.

[Ducky]

i just started my 2nd year of my 3 year contract...and i called to ask for a HUP...i was offered a few phones for free...including the razr (2 year contract)...which means my entire contract is only extended for one extra month....i STUPIDLY hung up so i can take a look at the various phones...

after i decided on the razr, i called back and obviously got a different rep...this rep wouldn't give me the razr for free...no matter if it's 2 or 3 years...he said cheapest would be $99...he said IMPOSSIBLE to give me the razr for free...he said that three times....i declined and called right back...

so this third rep...gave me the razr for free...but with 3 year contract...i agreed...(i plan to upgrade phone in 1-2 years again anyways)

i couldn't get the hardware upgrade fee $35 to be waived...

so in the end, for $35...got a razr, bt headset...extension of contract for another year (i ain't leaving rogers anyways)

i'm satisfied considering my v220 was really in bad shape...mainly physical shape....and also since i only completed ONE year of my contract.

[HowEver]

No.

You can change your plan at any time. Just call.


Yeah.. probably commitment issues...

Not being locked in a long term plans allows me to re-evaluate my contract more frequently. If i was already on contract, I would't bother checking my plans, etc... If i was already on contract, I'd also have no leverage on getting cheaper plans. I seriously doubt i would've gotten the $10 credit, that's for sure..

Though I am having serious second thoughts on not getting the BT headset if I sign up for 3 yrs... I'm actually very happy with the plan i got offered...

Ah well, I can always return the phone if I change my mind..

[bubble.tea]

i just started my 2nd year of my 3 year contract...and i called to ask for a HUP...i was offered a few phones for free...including the razr (2 year contract)...which means my entire contract is only extended for one extra month....i STUPIDLY hung up so i can take a look at the various phones.........

so retentions is becoming the new way of doing a hup before the 21st, but probably still afterwards anyway. :twisted:

[rvs007]

i just started my 2nd year of my 3 year contract...and i called to ask for a HUP...i was offered a few phones for free...including the razr (2 year contract)...which means my entire contract is only extended for one extra month....i STUPIDLY hung up so i can take a look at the various phones...

If you want time to evaluate your phone options, have the agent note down the offer in your account so that the next CSR who gets your call can refer to it and give you the same offer (if you decide to take it).

[batcave]

Hey, batcave,

Did you manage to get the HUP (new phone) after you renewed 3 years or you just simply renewed plan?
I'm a Palm Treo user, and they don't give those out for free (unless I don't know about it). I don't mind paying $350 for it because I get lots of use out of it. My work pays for part of it so it's even less for me.

I should get a free phone considering how much I pay each month in fees (~$100), so the cost of the phone is really a pittance.

Has anyone ever gotten a free Treo?

[Ducky]

If you want time to evaluate your phone options, have the agent note down the offer in your account so that the next CSR who gets your call can refer to it and give you the same offer (if you decide to take it).

the first rep...he did note down the phone offers on my account...he said he did it...(including the razr)

the second rep...says there is a few phones listed but razr isn't one of them...

probably the first rep didn't type out the offer in my account in DETAIL...=)

[mr_yellow]

No.

You can change your plan at any time. Just call.

There's always exception cases. being off contract gives you leverage.

Consider this:

I was essentially on a $25 dollar plan,

If i was on contract, do you really thing i'd be able to get onto a $20 dollar plan that provided me with the exact same features (and actually was better)?

That's like saying "hey rogers, I'm tired of paying 45 bucks a month. I know I have 2 years left on my contract, How about you cut me a break, charge me 40/mo, I keep my plan and do basically nothing."

Umm.. no.. If I worked for Rogers, there's no way in hell I'd do that. If you can, then, well.. maybe there's a sliver of hope in rogers after all...

[aZn_Popcorn]

actually, they are offering the Treo 600 FREE with a new 3year voice and data activation offer which ends mar 31 2006. This is at "Uptownwireless". They have 8 locations and ask them about this limited time offer!.

[ItemFinder]

actually, they are offering the Treo 600 FREE with a new 3year voice and data activation offer which ends mar 31 2006. This is at "Uptownwireless". They have 8 locations and ask them about this limited time offer!.
That's because the Treo 600 sucks and the 650 is out.

[rfdrfd]

Also, Treo 600's battery is NOT replacable. Which is a big drawback.

That's because the Treo 600 sucks and the 650 is out.

[HowEver]

No.

Still wrong.

Sign into your account on the Rogers website.

You can change your plan yourself.

For instance right now there is available to some a $45 700 minuter per month plan (!) that some people are getting with per-second billing.

You don't need to call in to get this. And it doesn't change nor is it affected by your contract/term.

It's a plan.



There's always exception cases. being off contract gives you leverage.

Consider this:

I was essentially on a $25 dollar plan,

If i was on contract, do you really thing i'd be able to get onto a $20 dollar plan that provided me with the exact same features (and actually was better)?

That's like saying "hey rogers, I'm tired of paying 45 bucks a month. I know I have 2 years left on my contract, How about you cut me a break, charge me 40/mo, I keep my plan and do basically nothing."

Umm.. no.. If I worked for Rogers, there's no way in hell I'd do that. If you can, then, well.. maybe there's a sliver of hope in rogers after all...

[weedb0y]

Anyone recommeneds SMT 5600 Smart phone?

[myapple]

No.

Still wrong.

Sign into your account on the Rogers website.

You can change your plan yourself.

For instance right now there is available to some a $45 700 minuter per month plan (!) that some people are getting with per-second billing.

You don't need to call in to get this. And it doesn't change nor is it affected by your contract/term.

It's a plan.
Yes, you can change the plan yourself, but the online self service menu is available to "Select your renewal term and plan below." Right above the dropdown menu (that lets u select the plan) are three radio buttons indicating:

[] 1 Year Renewal []2 Year Renewal []3 Year Renewal

So based on this web interface, it appears that everytime someone wants to make a plan change, at least a one year renewal is needed.

[batcave]

actually, they are offering the Treo 600 FREE with a new 3year voice and data activation offer which ends mar 31 2006. This is at "Uptownwireless". They have 8 locations and ask them about this limited time offer!.I agree with ItemFinder, compared to the Treo 650, the 600 does suck. They both are great phones, however, the camera on the 600 really disappointed me. Here's why...

A pic from the Treo 650 (of my Treo 600) It's a little fuzzy because the plastic is still on the lens. I haven't removed it yet:
http://images16.fotki.com/v281/photos/4/43873/2137383/Photo_031606_001-vi.jpg

A pic from the Treo 600 (of my new Treo 650 that I just picked up today!):
http://images16.fotki.com/v282/photos/4/43873/2137383/Picture1747_16Mar06-vi.jpg

Not all of the pics from the Treo 600 are like this, but it's a drag when you have the perfect opportunity to take a pic, and the camera does this on you just sucks. However, for the Treo 600 to take good pics, the condition have to be 'just right':
http://images16.fotki.com/v282/photos/4/43873/2137383/Picture1615_23Feb06-vi.jpg

The 600 for free isn't such a deal in this case.

[batcave]

When I picked up my Palm Treo today from the 'authorized dealer', Wireless Communications Plus, I didn't get a SIM card with it. However, on the box, it says the SIM card is part of the contents.

Did they rip me off? :mad:

I understand that I don't need the SIM, but if I'm entitled to it, I want it!

[CJ TXB]

i just started my 2nd year of my 3 year contract...and i called to ask for a HUP...i was offered a few phones for free...including the razr (2 year contract)...which means my entire contract is only extended for one extra month....i STUPIDLY hung up so i can take a look at the various phones...

after i decided on the razr, i called back and obviously got a different rep...this rep wouldn't give me the razr for free...no matter if it's 2 or 3 years...he said cheapest would be $99...he said IMPOSSIBLE to give me the razr for free...he said that three times....i declined and called right back...

so this third rep...gave me the razr for free...but with 3 year contract...i agreed...(i plan to upgrade phone in 1-2 years again anyways)

i couldn't get the hardware upgrade fee $35 to be waived...

so in the end, for $35...got a razr, bt headset...extension of contract for another year (i ain't leaving rogers anyways)

i'm satisfied considering my v220 was really in bad shape...mainly physical shape....and also since i only completed ONE year of my contract.



You didn't happen to get a case # did you?

[Coolers]

When I picked up my Palm Treo today from the 'authorized dealer', Wireless Communications Plus, I didn't get a SIM card with it. However, on the box, it says the SIM card is part of the contents.

Did they rip me off? :mad:

I understand that I don't need the SIM, but if I'm entitled to it, I want it!

Same thing happened to me when I HUPped at WirelessWave (all Rogers stores were out of stock of the w600i). They insisted they couldn't give it to me, per Rogers policy, so I've written a complaint letter addressing that and their outright lying. I just need to find the address for the Office of the President. :confused:

[batcave]

Same thing happened to me when I HUPped at WirelessWave (all Rogers stores were out of stock of the w600i). They insisted they couldn't give it to me, per Rogers policy, so I've written a complaint letter addressing that and their outright lying. I just need to find the address for the Office of the President. :confused:
I just called Rogers CS and they said that if you already have a GSM phone connected to their network, they won't give you a new SIM with the HUP. It must have changed in the last two years. I guess it saves them a few bucks.

Two years ago, when I got a new phone through the HUP I got a SIM card with my phone, even though I already had a GSM phone connected to their network. I got this from a Rogers video store. I'll do this again next time as the Rogers return policy is a no-hassle one whereas the authorized dealer I went to has a 'restocking' charge.

[Coolers]

I just called Rogers CS and they said that if you already have a GSM phone connected to their network, they won't give you a new SIM with the HUP. It must have changed in the last two years. I guess it saves them a few bucks.

Two years ago, when I got a new phone through the HUP I got a SIM card with my phone, even though I already had a GSM phone connected to their network. I got this from a Rogers video store. I'll do this again next time as the Rogers return policy is a no-hassle one whereas the authorized dealer I went to has a 'restocking' charge.

B.S. I performed 2 HUPs, one of which was at a Rogers store. They gave me the complete contents of the box, without removing a thing. Word to the wise: stay away from WirelessWave. Not including the SIM card issue, they have been more trouble than it was worth. If only Rogers had more w600i stock... :evil:

[bubble.tea]

^about 3-6months ago Hardware Upgrades STOPPED including sim cards.

I can confirm this, as I hupped September '05, and the posts started coming about them no longer being included. I still have 3 sim cards in plastic wrap from the hups we did on all our lines. I think our hups were among the last of the batches going out with sims.

My hups were done via telephone w/ Rogers, NOT WW...so stop thrashing WW. They did after all give me my greatest deal on my V300 back in early '04 when it first came out :) The person working there was a shrewd mofo, and dropped a rebate from SportChek that saved me an extra $100 on the price of the phone (at the time $199). Then 3 months later the price dropped to $99, at which point I submitted a price protection claim via my CreditC, and GOT IT. Final price on my V300 when at the time it was $199->$99->$0 :D I was superduper happy :)

[rfdrfd]

A simple question, how does Rogers give me the new phone from a HUP over the phone ? They ship it to me?

I'm concerned about what happens if something is wrong (missing from box, phone breaks down, where do I go to fix it?)

B.S. I performed 2 HUPs, one of which was at a Rogers store. They gave me the complete contents of the box, without removing a thing. Word to the wise: stay away from WirelessWave. Not including the SIM card issue, they have been more trouble than it was worth. If only Rogers had more w600i stock... :evil:

[bubble.tea]

I just called Rogers CS and they said that if you already have a GSM phone connected to their network, they won't give you a new SIM with the HUP. It must have changed in the last two years. I guess it saves them a few bucks.....

Firstly, if you have a simcard...why would you want another one? Back-up? Well okay fair enough., everyone should have one spare simmy laying around their house. But beyond that? You trying to make your million selling $15Sim cards???

It costs Rogers a whole lot more than a few bucks. Consider each time someone calls in to change their sim card. Time on the phone, occupying time of a rep, system updatings...hehe yeah maybe it's a few bucks +$1. :cheesygri

[st7860]

if the sim wasn't in there, i would complain, regardless of whether or not I have a sim. its not like they will give you a $25 discount off of the phone for not providing a sim. sometimes dealers try to scam you for that when doing HUPS in the store too. Always ask for your SIM

[Mad.Whack]

^about 3-6months ago Hardware Upgrades STOPPED including sim cards.

I can confirm this, as I hupped September '05, and the posts started coming about them no longer being included. I still have 3 sim cards in plastic wrap from the hups we did on all our lines. I think our hups were among the last of the batches going out with sims.


I just HUP and received my phones yesturday, W600i. It DID include a new SEALED sim.
I huped via phone CSR.

It is my understanding that you were never supose to get a sim when you hup, so if you do its just a bonus ;)

[Alanat30]

called and got the following...

200 day
ulim evn/wnd at 8
caller id
voice mail
2 yr contract

$20 bucks..

offered audiovox smt5600 for 50 bucks...
and i m waiting till april, cause i want free shipping..

[HowEver]

A simple question, how does Rogers give me the new phone from a HUP over the phone ? They ship it to me?

I'm concerned about what happens if something is wrong (missing from box, phone breaks down, where do I go to fix it?)

Arrange to pick it up at a store.

[rvs007]

I got my package from Rogers this morning for the free RAZR HUP. I can confirm that it came with a sealed SIMcard package.

[skanji]

Is there a certain amount you get for a HUP, depending on:
1) how long you have been with Rogers (tenure)?
2) when was the last time you received a hup?
3) the price of your plan?

I got my t637 in October 2004. Been with Rogers for basically 10 years. What would I be entitled to?

What if I wanted to upgrade to a data package (and get a blackberry or something similar?)

[shadowfighta]

Same thing happened to me when I HUPped at WirelessWave (all Rogers stores were out of stock of the w600i). They insisted they couldn't give it to me, per Rogers policy, so I've written a complaint letter addressing that and their outright lying. I just need to find the address for the Office of the President. :confused:

It actually is Rogers' policy. I've seen the memo myself. I don't think most dealers enforce it though.

[bubble.tea]

wow..that's funny., 2nd last time we hupped: X1 V635, X1 V3 Razr, X1 S710a: all had sims.

When we hupped Feb 1 X1 W600i + x2 Razrs, NONE had sims. I don't need them, so it's all the same to me.

Can you count how many lines we have :D

[dgr81]

Just had a great talk with an exceptional CSR. I was calling about them forgetting my 75 minute additional anytime minutes and he put me on hold, came back and told me that because he didn't want me having to call every month he would give me the following:

* 325 Wkday/Unltd Wkend
* Unltd Evenings

Additional Services

* Exact Pricing
* Network Features *
* Detailed Billing
* Enhanced Voicemail
* Cdn Corporate Long Distance
* Canada to US Long Distance


all for $25/month :)

[Mad.Whack]

Just had a great talk with an exceptional CSR. I was calling about them forgetting my 75 minute additional anytime minutes and he put me on hold, came back and told me that because he didn't want me having to call every month he would give me the following:

* 325 Wkday/Unltd Wkend
* Unltd Evenings

Additional Services

* Exact Pricing
* Network Features *
* Detailed Billing
* Enhanced Voicemail
* Cdn Corporate Long Distance
* Canada to US Long Distance


all for $25/month :)

lol well done

[dgr81]

lol well done
yeah i didn't want to lose my corporate HUP abilities or my per second billing.

didn't have to extend my contract either.

all in all i was very impressed with the CSR. Customer Relations wasn't even necessary :)

[bubble.tea]

yeah i didn't want to lose my corporate HUP abilities or my per second billing.

didn't have to extend my contract either.

all in all i was very impressed with the CSR. Customer Relations wasn't even necessary :)
WHAT? this is a first.

you're saying CxService did that for you?

and I think we're conning ourselves by congraluting each other saying "well done"...like we had anymore than 5% to do with the outcome. We all know it has to do with how lucky we are in getting the "right" rep.

Gotta love corp hup :D

[tjuzer]

Just had a great talk with an exceptional CSR. I was calling about them forgetting my 75 minute additional anytime minutes and he put me on hold, came back and told me that because he didn't want me having to call every month he would give me the following:

* 325 Wkday/Unltd Wkend
* Unltd Evenings

Additional Services

* Exact Pricing
* Network Features *
* Detailed Billing
* Enhanced Voicemail
* Cdn Corporate Long Distance
* Canada to US Long Distance


all for $25/month :)

Why bonus minute :?:

[bubble.tea]

Why bonus minute :?:
company codes have a way of finding secret bonuses in the system. Min add's a meagre 25mins.

[xaveryptak]

* 325 Wkday/Unltd Wkend
* Unltd Evenings

Additional Services

* Exact Pricing
* Network Features *
* Detailed Billing
* Enhanced Voicemail
* Cdn Corporate Long Distance
* Canada to US Long Distance


all for $25/month :)[/QUOTE]

Are you saying that $25 includes SAF+911 fees? What about CID?

[mr_yellow]

No.

Still wrong.

Sign into your account on the Rogers website.

You can change your plan yourself.

For instance right now there is available to some a $45 700 minuter per month plan (!) that some people are getting with per-second billing.

You don't need to call in to get this. And it doesn't change nor is it affected by your contract/term.

It's a plan.

You're missing the point though, Me going from a $25 dollar plan to a $45 dollar plan is obviously okay in the eyes of Rogers. I'm paying more! but for me to go to a *CHEAPER* plan that offers the exact same + more that I currently have on my current plan is going to be impossible. Especially if the plan is a retention plan not available to "average joe"...

[bubble.tea]

..... is a retention plan not available to "average joe"...

Actually, that's just it. Those plans-as testament to this Thread-ARE..becoming more and more readily available to "average joe". ;)

[HowEver]

You're missing the point though, Me going from a $25 dollar plan to a $45 dollar plan is obviously okay in the eyes of Rogers. I'm paying more! but for me to go to a *CHEAPER* plan that offers the exact same + more that I currently have on my current plan is going to be impossible. Especially if the plan is a retention plan not available to "average joe"...

That plan was just an example.

But keep in mind that for heavy users a per-second plan available to anyone who can use the website is a huge improvement. While you may think that a $20 plan is great, if you only have 200 minutes and use 500 daytime, you might as well get the $45 plan. The per second (after the first minute of course) alone will be worth it to some.

But as I said, that was just an example.

And who said that retention plans aren't available to anyone who calls in? That is the whole point of this entire thread. Just call the right number and ask, and if you don't get it, repeat.

[WorldIRC]

What does Canada to US Calling mean? I want a better LD rate.. Is that what that is?

[wpooh888]

Has anyone recently gotten an 8700r on HUP or as a new customer ? Any good data plans out there ?

[Alanat30]

just called and got a HUP for audiovox for 50 bucks and no admin fee...

happy ;)

[myapple]

I got my package from Rogers this morning for the free RAZR HUP. I can confirm that it came with a sealed SIMcard package.
Got mine too. No SIM card tho. >:(

[aoun]

just called and got a HUP for audiovox for 50 bucks and no admin fee...

happy ;)
Just ordered that phone. I have heard very good reviews about this phone.

[WorldIRC]

No one knows about the Canada to US LD Calling?

[MukiCookiepaws]

I got my W600i ... inside was a SIM card too ;)

[ItemFinder]

If you're going to get a new phone, I'd strongly consider not getting the w600i. While it is a solid phone, many people are ordering it, meaning soon it'll become another Motorola v3 Razr. When everyone and their grandmother has one, is it still such a hot ticket item? Probably not.

[Ducky]

got my hup razr delivered by UPS today....

they are out of stock on the bluetooth headsets....so i have to wait for them to ship me this when it's available...=(

[bubble.tea]

No one knows about the Canada to US LD Calling?
you know., for someone who bashed me on hofo for my hard-work on the initial post about retention deals., you sure like to pop your head in "the trailor park", i.e. the place you didn't want hofo to turn into.

Better go back to your "upper scale neighbourhood" :rolleyes:

If someone else wants to indulge this wankers basic question feel free. I've got nothing more to say to him.

[AllWheelDrift]

If you're going to get a new phone, I'd strongly consider not getting the w600i. While it is a solid phone, many people are ordering it, meaning soon it'll become another Motorola v3 Razr. When everyone and their grandmother has one, is it still such a hot ticket item? Probably not.
I got the W600i precisely because it is a solid phone and I don't care how many other people have one. Besides, it may become a RAZR in terms of popularity but it will always be a better phone and my top priority is a phone that works well. Being "cool" is near the bottom of my list. (I've been using a Siemens C56 for 2+ years.)

[aoun]

I got the W600i precisely because it is a solid phone and I don't care how many other people have one. Besides, it may become a RAZR in terms of popularity but it will always be a better phone and my top priority is a phone that works well. Being "cool" is near the bottom of my list. (I've been using a Siemens C56 for 2+ years.)
Well, if you're looking for a solid phone, why not go for the Audiovox 5600. I've read so many good reviews about it. And it has everything you can ask for....mp3 player, watch movies, expandable memory card upto 2 GB, pda, etc. And its only for $50.

[felix]

Well, if you're looking for a solid phone, why not go for the Audiovox 5600. I've read so many good reviews about it. And it has everything you can ask for....mp3 player, watch movies, expandable memory card upto 2 GB, pda, etc. And its only for $50.
Where did you find this? I don't see it on Rogers website. Unless you mean this SMT model but the specs are inferior .. http://www.shoprogers.com/store/wireless/products/phones/overview.asp?shopperID=NHM5RLL2LSA68K93P4FB78PNJKV H0FP2&features=2&area=1

How is this brand on the Rogers network compared to the big names Nokia and Motorola in terms of reliability in the GTA?

[dgr81]

[code] * 325 Wkday/Unltd Wkend

Are you saying that $25 includes SAF+911 fees? What about CID?+ $6.95 + tax. i get my 911 fee credited as well :D

edit: caller id is included too.

[dgr81]

Why bonus minute :?:they gave me 75 bonus minutes initially on top of my 200 minutes because they screwed something up on my account.

[dgr81]

What does Canada to US Calling mean? I want a better LD rate.. Is that what that is?
$0.10/minute

[aoun]

Where did you find this? I don't see it on Rogers website. Unless you mean this SMT model but the specs are inferior .. http://www.shoprogers.com/store/wireless/products/phones/overview.asp?shopperID=NHM5RLL2LSA68K93P4FB78PNJKV H0FP2&features=2&area=1

How is this brand on the Rogers network compared to the big names Nokia and Motorola in terms of reliability in the GTA?
Yes, this is the model I am talking about. How is it inferior to the W600?
You can also read this review done by 319 users....it has received an overall rating of 8.2/10
http://reviews.cnet.com/Audiovox_SMT5600/4852-6452_7-31138516-2.html?tag=nav

http://www.shoprogers.com/images/audiovox_5600_350x480.gif

[felix]

Yes, this is the model I am talking about. How is it inferior to the W600?
You can also read this review done by 319 users....it has received an overall rating of 8.2/10
http://reviews.cnet.com/Audiovox_SMT5600/4852-6452_7-31138516-2.html?tag=nav

http://www.shoprogers.com/images/audiovox_5600_350x480.gif
I meant it's inferior to the specs you posted (oops, sorry i guess i read it wrong .. I thought you said it had 2GB. Oh well). Well if the specs are similar, i'd go with the Sony just for the name brand and popularity (though I'm not a fan of the W600i, I think it's way too big to hold and too much work to flip out the key pad .. not good for lazy people like me).

[doobievibes]

Well, if you're looking for a solid phone, why not go for the Audiovox 5600. I've read so many good reviews about it. And it has everything you can ask for....mp3 player, watch movies, expandable memory card upto 2 GB, pda, etc. And its only for $50.

Hey, this does seem like a good deal! Never noticed it. I've been looking for a cheaper Smartphone. Thanks for pointing it out. I may check this out tomorrow.

Another thing I'd like to ask someone. I just did a HUP in January and renewed for 3 years (about 3 months ago). I called the other day to see when my next HUP was and the CSR said I am eligible for a HUP now. Does this make sense? Did they make a mistake? Should I take advantage of this?

[jay_bionic]

Hey, this does seem like a good deal! Never noticed it. I've been looking for a cheaper Smartphone. Thanks for pointing it out. I may check this out tomorrow.

Another thing I'd like to ask someone. I just did a HUP in January and renewed for 3 years (about 3 months ago). I called the other day to see when my next HUP was and the CSR said I am eligible for a HUP now. Does this make sense? Did they make a mistake? Should I take advantage of this?
Buddy in this world, you should take advantage of this. Plus its not your fault, if the CSR told you, then go for it.

[AllWheelDrift]

Well, if you're looking for a solid phone, why not go for the Audiovox 5600. I've read so many good reviews about it. And it has everything you can ask for....mp3 player, watch movies, expandable memory card upto 2 GB, pda, etc. And its only for $50.
It must have dropped to $50 after I'd already ordered the W600i, and I was looking to spend no more than $100. In any case, I didn't even notice this phone. Now I'm wondering if I should try to return my W600i (haven't even got it yet though UPS tried to deliver today) and get this instead.

[weedb0y]

Hey, this does seem like a good deal! Never noticed it. I've been looking for a cheaper Smartphone. Thanks for pointing it out. I may check this out tomorrow.

Another thing I'd like to ask someone. I just did a HUP in January and renewed for 3 years (about 3 months ago). I called the other day to see when my next HUP was and the CSR said I am eligible for a HUP now. Does this make sense? Did they make a mistake? Should I take advantage of this?


Just make sure they dont add extra fees!

[TYinYVR]

Have anyone order their cell phone with Amritech. Their site is here.

http://www.rwireless.ca

They have locations in GVA but will ship across Canada.

I'm looking to get a cell phone and looking for a good fair dealer anyone? Or is my best way to just phone rogers directly. I don't have a cell phone right now. And b/c I'm in gva I don't have any kind of connection with rogers anymore like cable TV or internet. I was a vip before shaw took over cable in gva.

Thanks for the info.

[bubble.tea]

......I just did a HUP in January and renewed for 3 years (about 3 months ago). I called the other day to see when my next HUP was and the CSR said I am eligible for a HUP now. Does this make sense? Did they make a mistake? Should I take advantage of this?

Seriously., things like this are haphazard. For sure the rep you got was a noob, and mistakenly or uneducatedly read your profile. I would say, if you're into the POTENTIAL hassle of sorting this out if it gets screwy, then GO FOR IT! and let us know the outcome heheeh.

Chances are., you'll never get that again as the next rep will read it properly. In any case, I almost guarantee you that even if you accepted to do it with that lame rep, once beginning the paperwork for your new hup, the old one would pop-up, and they'd start back-tracking you hehe.

Lol...I hupped in January., wonder if I should call in. :D

[bubble.tea]

.......http://www.rwireless.ca.....

Just keep in mind if you do your HUP, through these guys, they will bill you for the phone and activation fee. SHOULD YOUR ACCOUNT/Line be actually doing a PREHUP, ROGERS, NOT amritech WILL ensuingly charge you the pre-hup fees ADDITIONAL to your bill with amritech ;)

I just went through the checkout for fun., and noticed it. $170 inc taxes + admin for the W600., excluding the $120 prehup fees I know I'd have to pay ;) Now if they waived those., I'd do it for all three lines., and sell them online., make a nice $100 profit on each phone :cheesygri. But that won't happen.

EDIT: First of all TYinYVR, dammit if you work for amritech...cuz that was genius to spam this thread with an ad like that :cheesygri. Having said that-I got myself curious, and will call the store about my question in oh...5hours..when it's 9am over there...it's 7am over here >:(

[TYinYVR]

Sorry if you think it's spam it's not. I don't work there. Check my website to see who I am and what I do. In my sig. I just found their site surfing around. I don't have a cell phone right now. Had a paid to go phone with fido about 4 years ago. And I just want to get a good (or the best) deal on a phone so I can get rid of my landline. And here is another question the $30 unlimited income plan comes with 100 ld mins. Do you get 100 ld mins every month or just a 1 time bonus of 100 ld min? Thanks for the advise.

You est time people don't know how time zones work. :lol: :lol: :lol:

9:00 am in est is 6:00am pst here. They are open 9:30 am to 9:00 pm est or 6:30am to 6:00pm pst (Vancouver time.)

[bubble.tea]

Sorry if you think it's spam it's not. I don't work there. Check my website to see who I am and what I do. In my sig. I just found their site surfing around. I don't have a cell phone right now. Had a paid to go phone with fido about 4 years ago. And I just want to get a good (or the best) deal on a phone so I can get rid of my landline. And here is another question the $30 unlimited income plan comes with 100 ld mins. Do you get 100 ld mins every month or just a 1 time bonus of 100 ld min? Thanks for the advise.

You est time people don't know how time zones work. :lol: :lol: :lol:

9:00 am in est is 6:00am pst here. They are open 9:30 am to 9:00 pm est or 6:30am to 6:00pm pst (Vancouver time.)
recurring monthly :D

[xaveryptak]

Just got off the phone to Rogers:

$25
250 weekday + 25 bonus
unltd eve/weekend starting 6PM
CID - no cost
enh. VM - no cost
100 LD
exact pricing
SAF & 911 extra

HUP
black razr w BT - $99
$35 fee waived

That was my 2nd attempt getting off 700 min/$45 with 1 yr free.

The plan is not a corporate one but I got free enhanced VM and back on exact pricing based on a corporate plan I started with almost 10 yrs ago.

I was hoping for 200min/unltd @6PM, free CID&VM but this one is preety good too, especially exact pricing.

I am disappointed with my HUP. I was trying to get razr @45 with BT or SE W600 @$79 but she wouldn't budge. Maybe I should've hold out for a 3rd call but I didn't want to risk my plan.

[HamsterGirl35]

xaveryptak:

How did you manage to get 25 bonus?

This is pretty good deal.... ^_^

Just got off the phone to Rogers:

$25
250 weekday + 25 bonus
unltd eve/weekend starting 6PM
CID - no cost
enh. VM - no cost
100 LD
exact pricing
SAF & 911 extra

HUP
black razr w BT - $99
$35 fee waived

That was my 2nd attempt getting off 700 min/$45 with 1 yr free.

The plan is not corporate but I got free enhanced VM and back on exact pricing based on a corporate plan I started with almost 10 yrs ago.

I was hoping for 200min/unltd @6PM, free CID&VM but this one is preety good too, especially exact pricing.

I am disappointed with my HUP. I was trying to get razr @45 with BT or SE W600 @$79 but she wouldn't budge. Maybe I should've hold out for a 3rd call but I didn't want to risk my plan.

[xaveryptak]

xaveryptak:

How did you manage to get 25 bonus?

This is pretty good deal.... ^_^

I think she said that the bonus comes b/c my corporate plan id is still in my profile.

It is actually funny with Rogers... when I switched 2-3 yrs ago to $70 plan to give me more min and free LD (don't laugh - I didn't have a clue about RFD then and my company was picking up the bill anyway) the CSR said that he would have to get corporate id out of my profile, but I guess it's still there. Today, the retentation rep said that she is giving me non corporate plan but then she's added all those extras based on corporate id. Go figure!

[digdoug]

doesn't RFD have some phone plan section that gives comparisons & deals from various phone companies? I can't seem to find the section anymore. can someone give me a link? tx.

[felix]

Another thing I'd like to ask someone. I just did a HUP in January and renewed for 3 years (about 3 months ago). I called the other day to see when my next HUP was and the CSR said I am eligible for a HUP now. Does this make sense? Did they make a mistake? Should I take advantage of this?
Let us know if it works and which phone is available for free! (and whether it's a 2-3 year contract renewal)

[Geese_Howard]

Does the 1500 minute, unlimited evening and weekend plan starting at 6 still exist for $50?

[HowEver]

Does the 1500 minute, unlimited evening and weekend plan starting at 6 still exist for $50?

Don't you work for Rogers??

[Geese_Howard]

a while ago I did... how the hell do you know that?

[HowEver]

a while ago I did... how the hell do you know that?

Either you said it in a thread or wrote me about something... Having half a good memory is a curse, especially if I get things wrong.

[zzricezz]

Does the 1500 minute, unlimited evening and weekend plan starting at 6 still exist for $50?

nope.. but my dad has this plan with free caller id.

[phillbert]

ordered an audiovox 5600. anyone know how to unlock it?

nvm: found something to unlock here (http://www.selberg.org/2005/07/22/unlock-an-audiovox-5600-for-free/)

[Mint]

Just got my W600i today. Its thicker than i thought (compared to my T610). It also came with a sim card, but IRC the sim card is associated with your account.

Last time a bud gave me a sim card that he got with his hup, and i couldnt use it since they said it was activated (even though it was brand new).

Can't wait to test out the mp3 player feature :)

[molexir]

Just a reminder to everyone check the sig and if that's you contact me pronto!

Thanks

[Mint]

Hey Guys/Gals,

What was the best price anyone has gotten for the V635i?

[jrice]

Does anyone who are only having short term with Rogers can get a good deal? I mean less than 12 months and pays like $40~$50 per month after tax.

[redflag]

Have Rogers stopped offering free RAZR ? I called several times, and all the CSR told me that I am not eligible for that. They even denied that they ever offered free RAZR to any Rogers customers.
:twisted:

I got my last HUP last Feb, but I think there are a lot of people with similar situation got a RAZR. Only bad luck for me? Or do I have to be in a $50 plan to qualify for a free RAZR? (I am currently in a $25 plan with no vm)

My understanding is that we can get a free RAZR(SIM card included but no admin fee, no shipping, etc) for another 2-year term, or a free RAZR with bluetooth headset for another 3-year term. (Somebody got even better deal than this). Am I wrong?


Advice please.

Thanks,

[st7860]

for 'free' razors on a 3 year contract, try going to the chinese or the indocanadian rogers dealers.

[Shockey]

Hey Guys/Gals,

What was the best price anyone has gotten for the V635i?

I called in for my uncle. He was on a month-to-month and had been spending an average of $240/month for his wireless bill. He was eligible for HUP and on a 3 yr contract, the best price I could get on the V635i was $100 with a 512MB memory card and waived admin fee, but no BT headset. I spoke with 2 different reps and politely declined both times.


As for a phone plan, the first rep offered this:

500 mins
Free eves/wkends after 6
Caller ID
100 Can LD
$50 month including SAF and 911

Also offered a RAZR with BT headset for $49 on a 3 yr contract.


After speaking with a 2nd rep, these goodies were thrown in:

Basic VM
1000 Can LD

Both reps said that R2R was absolutely not available with these plans.

[felix]

Which is the best and most popular flip phone right now on Rogers besides the RAZR? My mom will be calling to ask for a HUP hopefully today (she would like one that plays Mp3's and looks good, easy to hold so it can't be the RAZR).

[Mad.Whack]

Which is the best and most popular flip phone right now on Rogers besides the RAZR? My mom will be calling to ask for a HUP hopefully today (she would like one that plays Mp3's and looks good, easy to hold so it can't be the RAZR).

Don't get the Sony Ericsson W600i

[shadowfighta]

for 'free' razors on a 3 year contract, try going to the chinese or the indocanadian rogers dealers.

That's only on new activation. Even then there are stipulations for the free Razr. If you are a current customer and want the deals listed in this thread, you pretty much have to go through Rogers' retention line.

[shadowfighta]

Which is the best and most popular flip phone right now on Rogers besides the RAZR? My mom will be calling to ask for a HUP hopefully today (she would like one that plays Mp3's and looks good, easy to hold so it can't be the RAZR).

If you're looking for an mp3 flip phone, I think your only options are Moto v635i (512 mb sd), Moto v360 (No mem. card, no data cables) or LG500. I think those are the only Rogers flip phones with built in mp3 player. I don't remember if the LG supports a transflash sd card though.

[felix]

My parents are at a Rogers store now (one of the chinese ones). They say it's not free to upgrade to RAZR or ROKR even with a 3-year contract. Their 2 years is up by the way, so i guess they should upgrade now? My mom uses lots of minutes and currently pays $90/month or so.

Should i ask them to call Rogers instead?

[redflag]

My parents are at a Rogers store now (one of the chinese ones). They say it's not free to upgrade to RAZR or ROKR even with a 3-year contract. Their 2 years is up by the way, so i guess they should upgrade now? My mom uses lots of minutes and currently pays $90/month or so.

Should i ask them to call Rogers instead?

I think they will probably get a better deal if they call since their plan is about to expire and Rogers can only make a profit if their customer stay. :)

[felix]

Thanks. What time do their phone lines open till today?

I told her to get out of the store and call up the retention line. Found out she's currently paying $100/month because she's on a basic $10/month plan and she just added on those extra features (extra minutes, call forwarding, etc.) which is why it's so expensive. >:(

Oh and she's been a Rogers customer for many years (10+) since those Motorola brick phones came out.

[bubble.tea]

I wonder how many people are out there that spend + or nearly +100/month.

Excuse me, but I'm old school., how in the world can you justify spending +$50 on a cellplan? It's just not a necessity. :razz:

[ItemFinder]

I wonder how many people are out there that spend + or nearly +100/month.

Excuse me, but I'm old school., how in the world can you justify spending +$50 on a cellplan? It's just not a necessity. :razz:
Okay, let's work backwards. Before taxes, your total would be $86.96. Subtract your SAF and 911 charges, for a difference of $79.51. Subtract off your value pack, which will likely be the $12 one that includes Enhanced Voicemail, Call Display and the $5 text messaging bundle. Your result is then $67.51. Add on a long distance package of 100 minutes for $12, and you're down to $55.51. Given the expenses of the average business man runs about 1000 daytime minutes a month with unlimited evenings and weekends, $55 isn't hard to achieve with early evenings added on.

[shadowfighta]

My parents are at a Rogers store now (one of the chinese ones). They say it's not free to upgrade to RAZR or ROKR even with a 3-year contract. Their 2 years is up by the way, so i guess they should upgrade now? My mom uses lots of minutes and currently pays $90/month or so.

Should i ask them to call Rogers instead?

Def. call retentions for much better deals. "Standard" hup prices (i.e. non retention) are the same wherever you go; Rogers dealers, corp. stores, Rogers video, etc. There is no way to negotiate on the pricing because the billing is handled by Rogers head office, not the dealer/store.

[felix]

Thanks, she's on the phone with retentions now. Told them to call me back when done. So I guess for her, the Moto v635i > Moto ROKR > Moto RAZR. We don't like the W600i because it's too bulky and too much trouble flipping the keypad out. And Nokia doesn't seem to have good phones out of the ones I see on Rogers website. We're sticking with name brands/reception quality for business use so it's either Motorola, Nokia.

Also, we have a second line attached to that phone for $10/month. Any way to upgrade it? (it's a Moto V300). I think the last upgrade was about a year or two ago.

[bubble.tea]

Okay, let's work backwards. Before taxes, your total would be $86.96. Subtract your SAF and 911 charges, for a difference of $79.51. Subtract off your value pack, which will likely be the $12 one that includes Enhanced Voicemail, Call Display and the $5 text messaging bundle. Your result is then $67.51. Add on a long distance package of 100 minutes for $12, and you're down to $55.51. Given the expenses of the average business man runs about 1000 daytime minutes a month with unlimited evenings and weekends, $55 isn't hard to achieve with early evenings added on.

well...okay I should've mentioned...the average adult sorta thing...or even youth/young adult.

[GMMTC]

ugh, talked to two people today and the best they could offer me was $99 for a RAZR + $35 fee (free bluetooth headset though, which is useless to me, anyone know the model number and if it comes in package? seems like ebay might be good for that) and they couldn't even give me caller ID for free or remove the activation fee.

I've been with rogers since Jan/05 but I moved from my dads account to my own account Mar/05

Maybe their new thing started today instead of the 20th or am I doing something wrong?

edit : and i qualify for their employee pricing thing 1181/1183 and that plan is worse than my current plan :P

[felix]

Ok done. Talked to 2-3 different reps, and got the following. Previously a long time customer since 1997 :


$50 plan
700 min weekday
Unlimited evenings/weekend from 6pm

includes :
call waiting
conference calling
2500 min. call forwarding

$6.95 for System Access Fee
$0.50 for 911 Emergency
add $5 for Call Display

Total cost $62.45 + tax

FREE upgrade $0 Motorola ROKR on 3-year plan (or $100 for 2-year plan)
waived $35 hardware upgrade admin fee


features lost from previous old plan (signed up 2002) :

- lost exact pricing per minute (no longer offered)
- lost detailed billing (extra $3 or free with paperless billing online at rogers.com)


Is this a crappy deal? How were you guys able to get the free call display included??

[kendorama]

Renewed 1 year plan - My contract had run out and I was paying:

$40/month
Unlimited Weekend/Weekdays @ 8pm
Call Display
350 minutes/week


New 1 Year Plan

$25/month
Unlimited Weekend/Weekdays @6pm
Call Display
250 minutes week

I tried to get free $2/month text messaging but got denied.

If I did a 2 Year renewal I would have got the same deal but a free phone from the following:

Nokia 6101
Motorola v551
Samsung X426

If I got the free phone I would have to pay the $35 Admin Fee which included shipping.

[GMMTC]

Ok done. Talked to 2-3 different reps, and got the following. Previously a long time customer since 1997 :


$50 plan
700 min weekday
Unlimited evenings/weekend from 6pm

includes :
call waiting
conference calling
2500 min. call forwarding

$6.95 for System Access Fee
$0.50 for 911 Emergency
add $5 for Call Display

Total cost $62.45 + tax

FREE upgrade $0 Motorola ROKR on 3-year plan (or $100 for 2-year plan)
waived $35 hardware upgrade admin fee


features lost from previous old plan (signed up 2002) :

- lost exact pricing per minute (no longer offered)
- lost detailed billing (extra $3 or free with paperless billing online at rogers.com)


Is this a crappy deal? How were you guys able to get the free call display included??

who did you talk to? I talked to vanessa (original offer), natalie (threw in bluetooth headset) and I recently talked to a cool guy named oti and he explained I couldn't get the free call display or waived admin fee on my $25 plan (since I already had 1000 R2R) but he said on the $50 plan I could get the call display and system access fee waived, but I wasn't willing to upgrade. So I don't know, but they are being stingy :)

[felix]

hmm .. is it possible to call back and ask for the call display to be waived?? Or is it too late? :(

Also it seems they have a record of the calls you've made and the reps you spoke to ..

[ItemFinder]

hmm .. is it possible to call back and ask for the call display to be waived?? Or is it too late? :(

Also it seems they have a record of the calls you've made and the reps you spoke to ..
Once you sign a contract, they have no obligation to let you off the hook. You can try to cancel, but you'll probably end up paying the Early Termination Fee (ETF). If your negotiation skills aren't good enough, then so be it. Forget about Call Display or eat the fee. It's a service, you use it, so you should pay. All the reps have access to the notes on your account. Depending on how diligent your rep is, they may have written notes on your account about the details of your offer.

[Pyro]

Okay, let's work backwards. Before taxes, your total would be $86.96. Subtract your SAF and 911 charges, for a difference of $79.51. Subtract off your value pack, which will likely be the $12 one that includes Enhanced Voicemail, Call Display and the $5 text messaging bundle. Your result is then $67.51. Add on a long distance package of 100 minutes for $12, and you're down to $55.51. Given the expenses of the average business man runs about 1000 daytime minutes a month with unlimited evenings and weekends, $55 isn't hard to achieve with early evenings added on.
add in some data charges for the average business man and you can easily exceed $100
data is expensive in canada

[GMMTC]

4th person (irene, cooler than oti :P) waived the $35 fee and I folded, I took the offer $99 for a black razr w/ bluetooth headset because they were closing in a couple minutes so no calling back and I wasn't sure if the same offer would be valid on monday and I wasn't too worried about the price anyways (was planning on ebaying one for ~$200 before I read this thread)

[Sejad]

I have ahuge question, I have a prepaid phone service right now with Bell Mobility and like I spend atleast 15 a month if I have the money at all I spend 15 ay most, anyways I was reading about this deal and I was thining can you only get this deal if you are a Wireless customer or even a regular Rogers customer cause we have their like internet and phone...or can you even like get this deal by calling them wihtout having the service for 2 years??????

[weedb0y]

I have ahuge question, I have a prepaid phone service right now with Bell Mobility and like I spend atleast 15 a month if I have the money at all I spend 15 ay most, anyways I was reading about this deal and I was thining can you only get this deal if you are a Wireless customer or even a regular Rogers customer cause we have their like internet and phone...or can you even like get this deal by calling them wihtout having the service for 2 years??????


no offence but ur not worth any company's revenue..

[jtcb]

Off topic here.. I called to request a new sim card because my old one isn't working properly. The rep told me they can send me a free replacement free of charge via UPS. It was about four weeks ago. Friday I received my monthly bill and they charged me $25 sim card fee. Can I request them to reverse the charge since the rep said it is a free replacement? I remember the rep's name but I got no proof.

[myapple]

BTW-did anybody actually receive their free bluetooth headset with the phone kit? I was promised one, but instead got a letter that mentioned something about supply problems and would be sent out once "inventory is replenished"

[holybreath]

After two calls I was able to get two seperate plans that would replace my current family plan

3 year contract
$25/month
250 daytime minutes
unlimited evenings after 6 + weekends
cid
1000 rogers2rogers
100 ld minutes
6 months of unlimited local calling

[OCTANE]

After two calls I was able to get two seperate plans that would replace my current family plan

3 year contract
$25/month
250 daytime minutes
unlimited evenings after 6 + weekends
cid
1000 rogers2rogers
100 ld minutes
6 months of unlimited local calling

How much will this be costing you in total?

[DaTrader]

Off topic here.. I called to request a new sim card because my old one isn't working properly. The rep told me they can send me a free replacement free of charge via UPS. It was about four weeks ago. Friday I received my monthly bill and they charged me $25 sim card fee. Can I request them to reverse the charge since the rep said it is a free replacement? I remember the rep's name but I got no proof.

Yes you can. If they still refuse, ask to speak to a Manager. Tell him/her that you know the conversation are taped and that he/she should check to see what their employee stated. They should be binded by it.

Keep us posted.
DaT

[jtcb]

Yes you can. If they still refuse, ask to speak to a Manager. Tell him/her that you know the conversation are taped and that he/she should check to see what their employee stated. They should be binded by it.

Keep us posted.
DaT

Really? I thougth they noted it down only.. They could have deleted the note, so I said I got no proof. If they taped, then that's is another story. I'll call on Monday and report back. Thx.

[ItemFinder]

How much will this be costing you in total?
You can calculate it yourself.

2 x (25 + 6.95 + 0.50) x 1.15 = $74.64

[erratic]

A little off topic here, but I hupped my Dads phone, and he got the razr. Sometimes when he flips the phone open, all he gets is a white screen, until he needs to reboot it. If I call rogers about this, will they offer to fix it, or will they send me a refurb phone or what?

Thanks

[DaTrader]

Really? I thougth they noted it down only.. They could have deleted the note, so I said I got no proof. If they taped, then that's is another story. I'll call on Monday and report back. Thx.

They will not openly admit that they tape phone conversations BUT they do to ensure "customer satisfaction" or "for training purposes". That is basically saying, we need to make sure they tape you to sue you in court if you do not pay !! The reverse is also true, they can (if they want) check back to see if a employee promises something. For a $35 charge, a manager can possibly just waive. If all else fails, call back customer retentions and tell them the problem as they have much more power to waive fees.

Good luck

[rfdrfd]

This is why if I know I'm going to try to get a deal from anyone on the phone, I actually TAPE my own conversation with a mic or something or use speaker phone.

Of course, you ask them if its okay for "me" to tape this too. As Rogers always says they may tape this conversation for quality reasons.

This way, you have REAL proof and can play it BACK to them when they doubt you.



Really? I thougth they noted it down only.. They could have deleted the note, so I said I got no proof. If they taped, then that's is another story. I'll call on Monday and report back. Thx.

[faizalm]

i currently have 3 yr contract
$20/mth basic plan
- call fwd
- call waiting
- 100 daytime
- 1000 w/e starts@9pm
i dont want the plan anymore, so interested in giving away...
any one interested pursuing it?

[Mir]

i currently have 3 yr contract
$20/mth basic plan
- call fwd
- call waiting
- 100 daytime
- 1000 w/e starts@9pm
i dont want the plan anymore, so interested in giving away...
any one interested pursuing it?
I am in a same boat

[HowEver]

It's legal to tape phone conversations as long as one of the parties is aware of the recording being made. And in this case, that would be you. And perhaps Rogers too: they tape everything themselves anyways.

This is why if I know I'm going to try to get a deal from anyone on the phone, I actually TAPE my own conversation with a mic or something or use speaker phone.

Of course, you ask them if its okay for "me" to tape this too. As Rogers always says they may tape this conversation for quality reasons.

This way, you have REAL proof and can play it BACK to them when they doubt you.

[faizalm]

I am in a same boat
i m having no luck on my friends/relatives...hehe

[rfdrfd]

Ya, it was pretty funny when i played a conversation back to a Rogers Supervisor when he argued with me that his reps. didn't give me such a deal before. He quickly changed his tone.

But that was back 8-10 yrs ago, when Rogers SR was horrible.


It's legal to tape phone conversations as long as one of the parties is aware of the recording being made. And in this case, that would be you. And perhaps Rogers too: they tape everything themselves anyways.

[Snoopygis]

i currently have 3 yr contract
$20/mth basic plan
- call fwd
- call waiting
- 100 daytime
- 1000 w/e starts@9pm
i dont want the plan anymore, so interested in giving away...
any one interested pursuing it?


Why don't you call a CSR and try to negotiate a better plan?

[jtcb]

I called today and the rep reversed the sim card fee charge. Thanks.

[st7860]

with the new hardware upgrade program that started yesterday, you can now upgrade your phone EVERY MONTH for a cost of 'new customer price' plus a $50 fee, plus $35 shipping

[rvs007]

^^ Isn't it more like AT ANY TIME?

[neostream]

i got the 250 plan, here's what i got:

$25

250min day
unlimited we/wn 6pm
free call display

[st7860]

Yes sir! under the Old Hardware Upgrade Program, the computer usually let you upgrade every 24 months at the new customer price plus a $35 Administration fee. Plus, you could upgrade early by paying a penalty of $10 a month. Plus with various spending levels you might be able to do it sooner.

NOW, under the new system, whether or not you spent $100 per month, $25, $1000, whatever, you can upgrade at any time. an average person spending less than $1000 between upgrades can upgrade as often as her or she wishes, at the new customer price plus a fee of $50 + $35 administration. At various amounts over $1000, the upgrade price drops by $50 to $100.

[st7860]

if you want to read the dirty details of the new Hardware Upgrade program try the link below. HOWEVER, Beware of the people there. You can't ask for unlocking, and you can't even offer to help someone unlock for free. Thats because the owner of that board is in bed with Rogers Wireless and other companies, and prohibits such discussion.

http://www.howardforums.com/showthread.php?t=820432&page=3



On the other hand as a comparision, the owner(Ryan) of this board has support from Ncix.com and other companies, but doesn't ban you for life just for daring to ask about a competitor such as Atic.ca or Anitec.ca

[HowEver]

Oooh, a little bitter, are we? Every forum has its rules.

As for being in bed with Rogers, not HoFo. The reason unlocking talk isn't allowed has more to do with the advertisers in the Marketplace. They are the ones who support the board (yes, fido and other wireless providers advertise there). But sheesh, how hard is it figure out how to get a phone unlocked without asking on HoFo? Not very, although there is something of a learning curve. (I can still make $20 for unlocking Nokia phones because people don't have the time to spend learning that curve.)

But don't blame Howard. Blamer his advertisers, whose bread and butter--and therefore Howard's, but indirectly--come from phone unlocks.

In every other respect, of course, there is no better cell phone site anywhere.

Note how many times this thread references HowardForums.com. Including your post as quoted.


if you want to read the dirty details of the new Hardware Upgrade program try the link below. HOWEVER, Beware of the people there. You can't ask for unlocking, and you can't even offer to help someone unlock for free. Thats because the owner of that board is in bed with Rogers Wireless and other companies, and prohibits such discussion.

http://www.howardforums.com/showthread.php?t=820432&page=3

On the other hand as a comparision, the owner(Ryan) of this board has support from Ncix.com and other companies, but doesn't ban you for life just for daring to ask about a competitor such as Atic.ca or Anitec.ca

[st7860]

howardforums.com is a very closed board who is in bed with Rogers Wireless and a few other companies. on there you can't ask about unlocking a phone, and, even if you are a clever person who knows how, you can't GIVE YOUR SERVICE away for FREE


here, Ryan is also in bed with a few companies, but, you can criticize NCIX and whoever as much as you want, as long as you don't use profanity or be unreasonable. also people here won't get angry if you switch between companies a lot (such as switching between Rogers and Bell, or switching between Staples and Office Depot, or switching between Safeway and Loblaws)

[wpooh888]

if you want to read the dirty details of the new Hardware Upgrade program try the link below. HOWEVER, Beware of the people there. You can't ask for unlocking, and you can't even offer to help someone unlock for free. Thats because the owner of that board is in bed with Rogers Wireless and other companies, and prohibits such discussion.

http://www.howardforums.com/showthread.php?t=820432&page=3



On the other hand as a comparision, the owner(Ryan) of this board has support from Ncix.com and other companies, but doesn't ban you for life just for daring to ask about a competitor such as Atic.ca or Anitec.ca

Get the facts straight . . it's Derek

[st7860]

Get the facts straight . . it's Derek

Okay so Derek is the owner then who is Ryan? Just a mod?

[felix]

Derek is the founder. Ryan and Derek are admins.

http://www.redflagdeals.com/deals/main.php/info/help/
http://www.redflagdeals.com/deals/main.php/info/contact

[st7860]

Red Flag is sort of like the Antithesis (http://dictionary.reference.com/search?q=antithesis) of HowardFo. Quite a few people over there know about Red Flag, and have an intense dislike for it because it makes mobile phone companies 'lose' money because of all of those 'penny pinchers'

[skanji]

Red Flag is sort of like the Antithesis (http://dictionary.reference.com/search?q=antithesis) of HowardFo. Quite a few people over there know about Red Flag, and have an intense dislike for it because it makes mobile phone companies 'lose' money because of all of those 'penny pinchers'

Um, no. hofo hates rfd because people here don't source deals that they find over there....

90% of the massive Rogers thread is directly from hofo. very few of the great people there get credited when those deals are brought here.

[st7860]

Um, no. hofo hates rfd because people there made some regulations about not discussing special deals and corporate deals.

[HowEver]

As helpful as you have been in this thread, from time to time, this is just wrong.

While you are correct about unlocking being taboo on HowardForums, the reason has nothing to do with Rogers. It has to do with the Marketplace advertisers. Rogers doesn't care at all if you use an unlocked phone; they make their cash off the monthly plan fee for the most part; they neither make nor service the phones; and if you have a legitimate reason to have the unlock code, it is possible that you might even obtain it for free from Rogers. Rogers does charge a huge amount to people who don't really need the unlock code (just buy a local paygo SIM where you are going, if you need an unlocked phone for travel--it's cheaper anyways). But that is to discourage having to be bothered giving out the codes. The marketplace advertisers on HoFo make their living from this service, at least in part, and Howard makes his living from them. This isn't a secret, and nobody is "in bed" with anyone. Do you think Derek and Ryan are in cahoots with Dell since Dell is an advertiser here? This is silly.

HoFo is a "closed board?" No, it's a managed board, and it better be since how else could you have a half-million active members and still maintain decorum?

If you can prove your point about HoFo and Rogers, go ahead, otherwise take a few deep breaths and let it go.


howardforums.com is a very closed board who is in bed with Rogers Wireless and a few other companies. on there you can't ask about unlocking a phone, and, even if you are a clever person who knows how, you can't GIVE YOUR SERVICE away for FREE


here, Ryan is also in bed with a few companies, but, you can criticize NCIX and whoever as much as you want, as long as you don't use profanity or be unreasonable. also people here won't get angry if you switch between companies a lot (such as switching between Rogers and Bell, or switching between Staples and Office Depot, or switching between Safeway and Loblaws)

[st7860]

the howardforums board has a lot of insiders at Rogers and other companies, and advertisers or otherwise, over HERE people advertise too, but you can talk about whatever you like as long as its legal and conforms to the laws of Canada, and is generally polite.

Ryan and Derek do have some sort of business relationship with NCIX and others, similar to that HowardFo has a relationship with Rogers and so on. The big difference is HERE you don't get banned for asking how to unlock a phone AND if you happen to be lucky enough to have the expensive 'boxes' that unlock phones, you won't get kicked off for offering to help someone for FREE.

[bubble.tea]

Red Flag is sort of like the Antithesis (http://dictionary.reference.com/search?q=antithesis) of HowardFo. Quite a few people over there know about Red Flag, and have an intense dislike for it because it makes mobile phone companies 'lose' money because of all of those 'penny pinchers'
hehehe., antithesis...I like that. My comment for those who don't like us.
Suck it up.

Oooh, a little bitter, are we? Every forum has its rules.
....................In every other respect, of course, there is no better cell phone site anywhere.

Note how many times this thread references HowardForums.com. Including your post as quoted.
pwnd!

Ya, it was pretty funny when i played a conversation back to a Rogers Supervisor when he argued with me that his reps. didn't give me such a deal before. He quickly changed his tone.

But that was back 8-10 yrs ago, when Rogers SR was horrible.
teehee...well done!

Well done people., I like the discussion :)

[st7860]

hehehe., antithesis...I like that. My comment for those who don't like us.
Suck it up.



Yes, they are an antithesis. On this board, the underlying belief is to SHARE the wealth, ie: when you find a deal, SHARE IT. But the people at HowardFo believe that deals should be kept a secret known only to the elite few.


---------------------------------------------------------
Share these numbers people. If you have a genuine and reasonable beef with Rogers or Fido, give those numbers a call(always note the name and time, and speak politely)

Fido Customer Relations: 1-888-259-3436
Rogers Customer Relations: 1-888-936-7283

[rfdrfd]

3 cheers for RFD !!!

I have learned so much from this one thread. A million thanks !!!


Yes, they are an antithesis. On this board, the underlying belief is to SHARE the wealth, ie: when you find a deal, SHARE IT. But the people at HowardFo believe that deals should be kept a secret known only to the elite few.


Rogers Customer Relations: 1-888-936-7283

[molexir]

For anyone who has the Rogers 1500 daytime min plan and is considering changing/downgrading this plan DONT! Please get in touch with me so I can take this plan over.

Don't worry you will be able to keep your number also.

Thanks

[HowEver]

Same again, eh?

You have no proof--or even any idea how--Rogers and HowardForums have *any* kind of relationship.

Was your post an offer for free unlocking services? If so, have at 'im boyos!



the howardforums board has a lot of insiders at Rogers and other companies, and advertisers or otherwise, over HERE people advertise too, but you can talk about whatever you like as long as its legal and conforms to the laws of Canada, and is generally polite.

Ryan and Derek do have some sort of business relationship with NCIX and others, similar to that HowardFo has a relationship with Rogers and so on. The big difference is HERE you don't get banned for asking how to unlock a phone AND if you happen to be lucky enough to have the expensive 'boxes' that unlock phones, you won't get kicked off for offering to help someone for FREE.

[st7860]

3 cheers for RFD !!!

I have learned so much from this one thread. A million thanks !!!

Yes, people here share, and are not in bed with the advertisers. At HowardForums, they are all in bed with Rogers Wireless(and Bell, etc)

[Pyro]

wow whats with the HoFo hate?
1) without Hofo, none of this information would be in this thread in the first place
all price changes, HUP program changes etc COME FROM HOFO, you guys benefit from THEIR inside information
info from HoFo gets quoted on rfd without so much as a thank you from members here

2) alot of the Hofo members actually work for the respective carriers. You making them lose money makes their jobs harder, less pay, less profit from stock etc.
of course they are "in bed"
THEY WORK FOR THEM!!!

so personally i can understand their stance

if you want to find out about deals come here
if you want to talk about phones go there
why try and make HoFo INTO a rfd?

keep em seperate and lets be on our way

[st7860]

the people at HowardForums really hate it when the average joe(instead of someone in bed with Rogers) gets the $25/mo 250 daytime and unlimited weekend plan. They'd wish that everyone instead pays the standard ripoff price of around $45/mo for the same thing.

and I don't see people starting up competitors to RedFlag such as the Geckobeach that is a competitor to HowardForums. People at Redflag, with the exception of the occasional racial fight in the OffTopic, are a big happy mostly non corporate family.

[Pyro]

the people at HowardForums really hate it when the average joe(instead of someone in bed with Rogers) gets the $25/mo 250 daytime and unlimited weekend plan. They'd wish that everyone instead pays the standard ripoff price of around $45/mo for the same thing.

and I don't see people starting up competitors to RedFlag such as the Geckobeach that is a competitor to HowardForums. People at Redflag, with the exception of the occasional racial fight in the OffTopic, are a big happy mostly non corporate family.
1) working for them = in bed?
2) pricenetw0rk = competitor? and funny. the word is banned here

i like rfd ALOT better then hofo
i just dont think its right to bash them when we basically stole their information

[faizalm]

Why don't you call a CSR and try to negotiate a better plan?

i m not in a great need of cell phone at all... planned to use it as pay as you go(i know that i can't go back to payasyou go plan from my current plan)...

trying to cut down some unnecessary expenses.. ;-)

[st7860]

i just dont think its right to bash them when we basically stole their information

Plans and Prices are not 'their' information.

[mjdavila]

K here's the deal.. I just got two of the craziest wickest plans and deals EVER. well I'm happy at least.

My friend (non rogers) wants a rogers contract like mine.. (the retention plan).. He has lots of phones so he doesnt need one..

So the deal was I get him a retention plan and I get the phone.

So I call retention and say I want a second account.. Here's what I end up with:

My First Plan: (3 yr contract)
275 daytime minutes
Early Evenings @ 6pm / Weekends
Call Display
Voicemail
75 Txt Message Plan
100 Long Distance Minutes
6 Months Unlimited Local Calling
3 Months Unlimited Txt Messaging

Black Razr with Bluetooth Headset - 49$ (35$ fee waived)

ALL FOR 20$ A MONTH

My New Second Plan (3 yr contract) (I'm going to transfer to my friend)
275 daytime minutes
Early Evenings @ 6pm / Weekends
Call Display
Voicemail
75 Txt Message Plan
100 Long Distance Minutes
6 Months Unlimited Local Calling
3 Months Unlimited Txt Messaging
1st Month Free

Black Razr - 49$ (35$ fee waived)

ALL FOR 20$ A MONTH

I'm so super excited holy crap..

[aznxtambOy]

K here's the deal.. I just got two of the craziest wickest plans and deals EVER. well I'm happy at least.

My friend (non rogers) wants a rogers contract like mine.. (the retention plan).. He has lots of phones so he doesnt need one..

So the deal was I get him a retention plan and I get the phone.

So I call retention and say I want a second account.. Here's what I end up with:

My First Plan: (3 yr contract)
275 daytime minutes
Early Evenings @ 6pm / Weekends
Call Display
Voicemail
75 Txt Message Plan
100 Long Distance Minutes
6 Months Unlimited Local Calling
3 Months Unlimited Txt Messaging

Black Razr with Bluetooth Headset - 49$ (35$ fee waived)

My New Second Plan (3 yr contract) (I'm going to transfer to my friend)
275 daytime minutes
Early Evenings @ 6pm / Weekends
Call Display
Voicemail
75 Txt Message Plan
100 Long Distance Minutes
6 Months Unlimited Local Calling
3 Months Unlimited Txt Messaging
1st Month Free

Black Razr - 49$ (35$ fee waived)


I'm so super excited holy crap..

:confused: So how much are you paying monthly?

[mjdavila]

:confused: So how much are you paying monthly?


whoops - i forgot that.. edited the post :)

20$ a month! :D

[Pyro]

Plans and Prices are not 'their' information.
once its public on the rogers website i guess it isnt anymore
but when they give the heads up on phones coming or price changes coming, then yes i believe it is. they know cuz they work for rogers
you woudlnt know until it was announced formally

^poster above
thats a crazy plan wow.

[eXpedite]

Awesome deal.

I'm just about to re-sign through our corporate plan. Basically a 2 year contract at $20/mo gets me:

Black Motorola Razr phone w/
250 anytime minutes
Enhanced Voicemail
Call Display
2,500 Call Forwarding & Busy/No Answer Transfer Minutes
Call Waiting
Conference 3
Detailed Billing
$35 Activation Fee Waived
Home and Away Calling Included


Zero hidden fees. For $10 more, they add free evenings & weekends.

[eXpedite]

How do you go about and get on one of these "retention plans"?

[skanji]

Awesome deal.

I'm just about to re-sign through our corporate plan. Basically a 2 year contract at $20/mo gets me:

Black Motorola Razr phone w/
250 anytime minutes
Enhanced Voicemail
Call Display
2,500 Call Forwarding & Busy/No Answer Transfer Minutes
Call Waiting
Conference 3
Detailed Billing
$35 Activation Fee Waived
Home and Away Calling Included


Zero hidden fees. For $10 more, they add free evenings & weekends.

through which corp company? through which dealer? PM me if you can't say here...

[skanji]

K here's the deal.. I just got two of the craziest wickest plans and deals EVER. well I'm happy at least.

My friend (non rogers) wants a rogers contract like mine.. (the retention plan).. He has lots of phones so he doesnt need one..

So the deal was I get him a retention plan and I get the phone.

So I call retention and say I want a second account.. Here's what I end up with:

My First Plan: (3 yr contract)
275 daytime minutes
Early Evenings @ 6pm / Weekends
Call Display
Voicemail
75 Txt Message Plan
100 Long Distance Minutes
6 Months Unlimited Local Calling
3 Months Unlimited Txt Messaging

Black Razr with Bluetooth Headset - 49$ (35$ fee waived)

ALL FOR 20$ A MONTH

My New Second Plan (3 yr contract) (I'm going to transfer to my friend)
275 daytime minutes
Early Evenings @ 6pm / Weekends
Call Display
Voicemail
75 Txt Message Plan
100 Long Distance Minutes
6 Months Unlimited Local Calling
3 Months Unlimited Txt Messaging
1st Month Free

Black Razr - 49$ (35$ fee waived)

ALL FOR 20$ A MONTH

I'm so super excited holy crap..

WOW - GREAT DEAL!

Is it possible to call back and get the plan number from Rogers? Tell them you told some family and friends about it and they want it too!!

[mjdavila]

WOW - GREAT DEAL!

Is it possible to call back and get the plan number from Rogers? Tell them you told some family and friends about it and they want it too!!

its the same plan that everyone has...

the 250 minutes, evenings@8pm/weekends and call display for 20$ dollars..

the rep I was talking to just kept offering me more free stuff.

so like when i get my bill.. it will be:

$5 for txt messaging
-$5 credit
$5 for early evenings @ 6pm
-$5 credit
$5 for enhanced vm
-$5 credit
$5 for 100 Long Distance
-$5 credit

and he just threw in 25 bonus day time minutes...

So my bill every month will be like $40 with $20 dollars in credits.

[sunflower8]

its the same plan that everyone has...

the 250 minutes, evenings@8pm/weekends and call display for 20$ dollars..

the rep I was talking to just kept offering me more free stuff.

so like when i get my bill.. it will be:

$5 for txt messaging
-$5 credit
$5 for early evenings @ 6pm
-$5 credit
$5 for enhanced vm
-$5 credit
$5 for 100 Long Distance
-$5 credit

and he just threw in 25 bonus day time minutes...

So my bill every month will be like $40 with $20 dollars in credits.

SO IS THE $20 CREDIT a one time thing or are they giving you this credit every month?

[st7860]

usually those types of credits run for the length of the contract. its the method by which they give you 'free call display' or other free features. their system can't give 'free' call display, so they fudge it in by giving you the feature and an automatic monthly credit.

[7jai]

I got my Rogers Plan redone as well.

3 yr contract. $20 a month.
250 mins weekdays
free after 8pm weekends, and weeknights
free call display
no admin fee

And also I got a free samsung p207 black version. I think you can ask for the ROKR as well (but i was a bit too late for that =(

[st7860]

these british guys offer FREE nokia phone unlocking. go there, post your phone's model and serial number, then they will post the unlock password for you. you DO NOT need to send your phone to them.

http://unlockme.co.uk/phpBB2/index.php

[mrken]

these british guys offer FREE nokia phone unlocking. go there, post your phone's model and serial number, then they will post the unlock password for you. you DO NOT need to send your phone to them.

http://unlockme.co.uk/phpBB2/index.php
You can just enter your information here and generate your own unlock code instantly:
http://unlock.nokiafree.org/

And for the PC program:
http://www.unlockme.co.uk/unlockme.html

[st7860]

yes, of course, however the average joe on this board has no idea of things like the difference between the DCT3 and DCT4 systems , etc. I've tried the british board before. the people there are very good and rarely give a bad code.

[west]

okay rdf'ers!


just want someone's opinion on this


so i've been with rogers for a few months now and i'm not on a contract.. i'm on a month to month plan. i had my own phone when i switched to rogers. i realized that i might as well sign a contract and get better plans and a new phone.
these are just the basic plans and promotions going on right now.

so if i get 6101 for 29.99 for 3 years

$35 a month ( -$5 a month for the first 12 months)
200 mins
1000 rogers to rogers
unlmited wn and we starting at 6pm

and i need voice mail and caller id so another $10 a month

do you guys think i can get a better plan or get them to throw in some free stuff (eg. vm or callerid) or am i just dreaming? lol


ohhhhhhh and also i didnt call relations or anytihng i just called the normal rogers number...do you guys think i can get a better deal if i call relations? or maybe even go to those dealers?

[skanji]

okay rdf'ers!


just want someone's opinion on this


so i've been with rogers for a few months now and i'm not on a contract.. i'm on a month to month plan. i had my own phone when i switched to rogers. i realized that i might as well sign a contract and get better plans and a new phone.
these are just the basic plans and promotions going on right now.

so if i get 6101 for 29.99 for 3 years

$35 a month ( -$5 a month for the first 12 months)
200 mins
1000 rogers to rogers
unlmited wn and we starting at 6pm

and i need voice mail and caller id so another $10 a month

do you guys think i can get a better plan or get them to throw in some free stuff (eg. vm or callerid) or am i just dreaming? lol


ohhhhhhh and also i didnt call relations or anytihng i just called the normal rogers number...do you guys think i can get a better deal if i call relations? or maybe even go to those dealers?

The real question is, are you happy with the deal?

[golfer29]

its the same plan that everyone has...

the 250 minutes, evenings@8pm/weekends and call display for 20$ dollars..

the rep I was talking to just kept offering me more free stuff.

so like when i get my bill.. it will be:

$5 for txt messaging
-$5 credit
$5 for early evenings @ 6pm
-$5 credit
$5 for enhanced vm
-$5 credit
$5 for 100 Long Distance
-$5 credit

and he just threw in 25 bonus day time minutes...

So my bill every month will be like $40 with $20 dollars in credits.

I tried calling Rogers but they didn't offer anything even close to this. Do I need to be on a corporate plan to get this or can anyone get it?

[Tribal]

My contract is expiring April of this year...and the bill i'm getting for march is going to be over for my daytime minutes. (about $100 over :( )
I currently have

$25/month
200 day
Unltd 6pm/weekends
Call Id

So I called the retention # for a better deal since my contract is expiring, and the best they could offer is if I sign a 1 year contract I get 3 months free local. 2 years I get 6 months.
They said this was the best they could do, I even told them about my overuse, hoping they may help me out on that, but at the moment i'm pretty sure i'm going to cancel, I'm suprised all they did to keep me as a customer was the 3 month local calling. Isn't that starandard for new customers?
Any ideas on how I can approach this to get a better deal outta them? I'm willing to sign 1 more year with them.

[holybreath]

Any ideas on how I can approach this to get a better deal outta them? I'm willing to sign 1 more year with them.

Do what I did, I called and said that Telus is giving me a phone plan that I conviniently made up. I then politely asked them if they could match this plan and they did. I got everything that I wanted, expect for voicemail, but they threw in 6 months of unlim. local calling. Btw, I was sitting on a 3 year contract with 2 years remaining when I called rogers last week.

3 year contract
$25/month
250 daytime minutes
unlimited evenings after 6 + weekends
cid
1000 rogers2rogers
100 ld minutes
6 months of unlimited local calling

[ecgz88]

is there anyone get unlimited incoming plan?

I stayed with Rogers about 7 months,this is the plan what I have now:
$25
100 weekday minutes
1000 evening&weekends start from 8pm
100 canada long distance
unlimited incoming call
plus I pay $5 every month for call display

can anybody tell me I can get a better deal than this? Thanks a lot!

basically I hope they can waive $5 call display fee

[Pavel]

the people at HowardForums really hate it when the average joe(instead of someone in bed with Rogers) gets the $25/mo 250 daytime and unlimited weekend plan. They'd wish that everyone instead pays the standard ripoff price of around $45/mo for the same thing.

You mean arrogant folk like Treatz, who is also a Rogers Dealer and mod of the Rogers forum there?

and I don't see people starting up competitors to RedFlag such as the Geckobeach that is a competitor to HowardForums. People at Redflag, with the exception of the occasional racial fight in the OffTopic, are a big happy mostly non corporate family.
It may have to do with the fact that the mods and all the regular users are very opinionated and many have heavy biases toward Rogers or their sponsors. The mods at HF feel they know it all and nobody can tell them otherwise. RFD is an awesome board and the mods are great and more importantly fair.

[raylao1]

is there anyone get unlimited incoming plan?

I stayed with Rogers about 7 months,this is the plan what I have now:
$25
100 weekday minutes
1000 evening&weekends start from 8pm
100 canada long distance
unlimited incoming call
plus I pay $5 every month for call display

can anybody tell me I can get a better deal than this? Thanks a lot!

basically I hope they can waive $5 call display fee

$45/month
250 min
Unlimited incoming calls
Evenings & Wkend Starting @ 6pm
CallerID & Vmail
100 LD
No $6.95 System Access fee
$10 Credit everymonth
6 Months Unlimited calling

So this is what my montly bill looks like

$45 - $10 = $35 - 10% (VIP) - 15% Bundle + 15% taxes= 30.79

[ecgz88]

what a decent deal you got! :)

can you tell me how can you get a VIP discount?

Thanks a lot!

$45/month
250 min
Unlimited incoming calls
Evenings & Wkend Starting @ 6pm
CallerID & Vmail
100 LD
No $6.95 System Access fee
$10 Credit everymonth
6 Months Unlimited calling

So this is what my montly bill looks like

$45 - $10 = $35 - 10% (VIP) - 15% Bundle + 15% taxes= 30.79

[iRon(V)oNKeY]

what a decent deal you got! :)

can you tell me how can you get a VIP discount?

Thanks a lot!

VIP is when you have multiple Rogers services (ie. TV, landline + wireless + internet). Most people bundle their cable and internet together, and hence qualify for discounts like 10% off certain services. Call up Rogers and ask if you can join VIP. :)

Ref: Rogers VIP (http://shoprogersfaq.custhelp.com/cgi-bin/shoprogersfaq.cfg/php/enduser/std_adp.php?p_faqid=205&p_created=990051889)

[st7860]

anytime you renew your contract remember to ask for 6 months of unlimited local calling. its available, but not automatic.

[bubble.tea]

Does anyone who has 2 or more cellular lines on a single account get this VIP discount or anything like it?

We have 3., but I've just now thought of how silly NOT getting the VIP discount is. The policy is having 2 or more digital accounts with Rogers right? So multiple similar services shouldn't be discredited...should they?

[GQone]

I just got off the phone with Rogers myself and signed a 3 year contract...

$25/month for:

200 anytime + 50 bonus
unlimited evenings @ 6pm
unlimited weekends
Free CID ($5 Credit)
Free VM ($5 Credit)
100 LD minutes

= $25+6.95(SAF)+$0.50(911)+GST
= $34.72/month

I also got a Motorola Razr and Bluetooth headset for $25. :)
I'm gonna call back tomorrow to see if i can get 6 months unlimited calling.

If you would like to get a plan similar to this, ask to speak to someone in the retention center and just be polite, but persistent. If you try to threaten them, it won't get you anywhere. Good Luck!

[ecgz88]

but you get VIP 10% OFF+BUNDLE 15% OFF,WHY you get 2 times off?

VIP is when you have multiple Rogers services (ie. TV, landline + wireless + internet). Most people bundle their cable and internet together, and hence qualify for discounts like 10% off certain services. Call up Rogers and ask if you can join VIP. :)

Ref: Rogers VIP (http://shoprogersfaq.custhelp.com/cgi-bin/shoprogersfaq.cfg/php/enduser/std_adp.php?p_faqid=205&p_created=990051889)

[felix]

How are you guys able to get a free hardware upgrade even after the new upgrade policy took effect March 20th?? I thought everyone started at zero?

[crimsondr]

anytime you renew your contract remember to ask for 6 months of unlimited local calling. its available, but not automatic.
could you just call back every 6 months and renew your contract and get 6 months of unlimited local calling? :cheesygri

[bubble.tea]

I'll take this one folks.

Felix: You insane high tier poster, yet Rogers Deals Noob :cheesygri ;);
how do people get free upgrades? Cuz they're doin' it questionably (I'd say more than not) through Retentions., which suspends the standard operating procedures ;)

Crimson:
renew every6months for FOS? Sure. Why not. Just bee cool about it. Rogers is happy cuz you're staying an "extra 6months" with your contract", and you're happy cuz you've managed to swindle them yet again.

Until they figure this out., or DECIDE to do something about it (as I'm sure they've realized this loophole already ;))-enjoy it.

[BaRTiMuS]

Just called rogers up and got:

$25
250 minutes
unlimited evenings + weekends (6pm)
free call display
free voicemail

on two cell phone lines.

I wasnt sure how this would work if i was still on a contract but what happens is that the contract resets for 3 years.. so if you have 2 years left on a 3 year plan you get bumped back to 3 years. The lady told me i could go to the store and buy a phone as if i just signed up for a 3 year contract although im thinking i could probably get a better deal over the phone.

[tmleafs26]

I called, found out I was entitled to $100 to a free upgrade every year (corp plan), got the RAZR for $0 and a free bluetooth, sent the RAZR back as I didnt like it, and opted for the Sony Ericsson W600i - what an AMAZING phone - everything about this phone is PERFECT!!! - camera, mp3 player, comes with cables, program..love it....
Still waiting for my free bluetooth - I got an out of stock paper - anyone get their bluetooth headset yet? or are they still out of stock?

[HamsterGirl35]

tmleafs26,
is it true that w600i doesn't come with vibration as option of ringtone?


I called, found out I was entitled to $100 to a free upgrade every year (corp plan), got the RAZR for $0 and a free bluetooth, sent the RAZR back as I didnt like it, and opted for the Sony Ericsson W600i - what an AMAZING phone - everything about this phone is PERFECT!!! - camera, mp3 player, comes with cables, program..love it....
Still waiting for my free bluetooth - I got an out of stock paper - anyone get their bluetooth headset yet? or are they still out of stock?

[BaRTiMuS]

Just called them back about the cell phones and the guy told me he was willing to waive the 32 dollar administration fee but that the phone prices would stay the same as if i were to sign up for a 3 year term (99 bux for a razr)

[GR8oNE]

Just called them back about the cell phones and the guy told me he was willing to waive the 32 dollar administration fee but that the phone prices would stay the same as if i were to sign up for a 3 year term (99 bux for a razr)

Yeah... same with me... the first time i called the lady said she could get it for me for 150 or something like that... then i tried to find another phone i liked, but I couldnt so hung up. Called back later and thought maybe i'll give it another try because of all the ppl on this thread getting such great deals... well, I got it for 100 bucks, no activation fee, extended my retention plan (20/month, unlm eve/weekend, 250 anytime mins) for 3 years. Not the best deal reported, but it's still decent (fyi, i could have gotten 6pm evenings instead of 8pm for an extra 5 bucks a month, but i cheaped out haha)

Also, if you're a long time rogers customer (4+ years), the lady i spoke to made it sound like it wasn't a big deal at all to get this type of deal, so you don't have to threaten to leave, or make up any sort of story... or maybe i just lucked out and got a good rep.

[tmleafs26]

Actually it does, not sure why it shows N/A on the Rogers website

tmleafs26,
is it true that w600i doesn't come with vibration as option of ringtone?

[AllWheelDrift]

I called, found out I was entitled to $100 to a free upgrade every year (corp plan), got the RAZR for $0 and a free bluetooth, sent the RAZR back as I didnt like it, and opted for the Sony Ericsson W600i - what an AMAZING phone - everything about this phone is PERFECT!!! - camera, mp3 player, comes with cables, program..love it....
Still waiting for my free bluetooth - I got an out of stock paper - anyone get their bluetooth headset yet? or are they still out of stock?
W600i is OK but I'm waiting for a replacement for mine already. The LCD backlight and kepad illumination quit working less than a week after I got it.

[HamsterGirl35]

Thanks for your reply ^_^

Actually it does, not sure why it shows N/A on the Rogers website

[BaRTiMuS]

right now they are offering $50 dollar gifts (bluetooth headset, $50 FS GC) plus a $100 FS GC on top of that for new activations.. when I call them to send me the phones im going to ask them if i can get any of these. 100 FS GC would be nice but ill take the bluetooth

[skanji]

right now they are offering $50 dollar gifts (bluetooth headset, $50 FS GC) plus a $100 FS GC on top of that for new activations.. when I call them to send me the phones im going to ask them if i can get any of these. 100 FS GC would be nice but ill take the bluetooth

good luck - i think the deals that people are discussing are for existing customers only.

the deal you are talking about is for new activations only.

[BaRTiMuS]

So i called the lady and asked her if i was elligible for any of these promotions (BT headset, 100 FS GC) she put me on hold, came back and told me that giving me a headset wouldnt be a a problem. So rundown of what i got:

$25 +$6.95 (SAF) +$0.50 (911) +GST - VIP discount (10%) = $31.25

250 minutes
Unlimited Eve/Wknds (from 6pm)
Free Call display
Free Voicemail

$99 for V3 RAZR + Moto BT Headset ($32 admin fee waived)

I took advantage of this deal on two cell phone accounts mine and my fiancee's.
I dont need the RAZR or the BT headset i already sold the headset for $50 im not sure whether i will sell the RAZR or keep it. My fiancee, hopefully will enjoy her RAZR and headset.

[yana]

I called rogers two weeks ago and got a good deal, $50 black razr+free bluetooth head set and $50 MIR and my plan is

$20
250 minutes anytime
unlimited evenings @ 6pm
3 months unlimited local calls
100 canadian long distance
free caller id


i got my black razr today no sim card and no $50 MIR and a letter said that my razr is for $99 not 50. and it shows online that my plan is
$25
250 minutes anytime
unlimited evenings @ 6pm
3 months unlimited local calls
free caller id

SO lots of thing is different, what should i do now i fell that i ma raped off
any help please

[dealers]

Yes, it does.

http://www.sonyericsson.com/spg.jsp?cc=ca&lc=en&ver=4000&template=pp1_1_1&zone=pp&lm=pp1&pid=10296


tmleafs26,
is it true that w600i doesn't come with vibration as option of ringtone?

[david17]

Hi,

I currently have 2 accounts with Rogers and i'm on the Pooled Family Eve/Wknd Plan ($30 each). After the 911 fee, system access fee, taxes and roaming charges, my total comes to about $110 for each month. I have been a Rogers customer for the past 3 years. Am i eligible for any discounts or for the VIP program? I'm also looking to upgrade one of my phones to a Razr.

Any feedback will be appreciated.

Thanks :)

[tmleafs26]

W600i is OK but I'm waiting for a replacement for mine already. The LCD backlight and kepad illumination quit working less than a week after I got it.

Why didn't you return it if it stopped working, there's a 1 year manufacturer warranty on it???

[AllWheelDrift]

Why didn't you return it if it stopped working, there's a 1 year manufacturer warranty on it???
I am returning it. They are cross shipping me a brand new one for free because it's still within the 30 days / 30 minutes satisfaction guarantee which is better than sending it in for repair. The new one will include everything I need to ship the broken one back to them.

[imnew]

Guys, if you aren't happy with Rogers.... Just call them up and *****.... I mean ***** a lot.. Ask to speak with the supervisor.. That's what my cousin do all the time.... Guess what he got an awsome plan, after bitching and complaining.. I don't how he does it but he did it.....

3 phone... (Family plan I think)

200min
unlimited weekend
voice mail etc... Full sweep...

Also free phones too...

Guess what the fee is... only 63/month......

I have to say... nice phone also...

[cooleo]

So i called the lady and asked her if i was elligible for any of these promotions (BT headset, 100 FS GC) she put me on hold, came back and told me that giving me a headset wouldnt be a a problem. So rundown of what i got:

$25 +$6.95 (SAF) +$0.50 (911) +GST - VIP discount (10%) = $31.25

250 minutes
Unlimited Eve/Wknds (from 6pm)
Free Call display
Free Voicemail

$99 for V3 RAZR + Moto BT Headset ($32 admin fee waived)

I took advantage of this deal on two cell phone accounts mine and my fiancee's.
I dont need the RAZR or the BT headset i already sold the headset for $50 im not sure whether i will sell the RAZR or keep it. My fiancee, hopefully will enjoy her RAZR and headset.

So did you order it online or just call in?

[azndra]

This is the best it can do for any one who works. Call rogers when da guy is done talking press 0#0# it will get u to customer service. (Sorry I hate voice command) When your there, ask them for corporated price plans. Depending on where your working, it might have a plan for u. Ex: Mcdonalds, Second Cup.

The plan

20$

200 weekday minutes
Unlimited weeknight, weekends start at 8pm
1000 rogers to rogers

if u want after 6, well 5$ more.

its not expensive and affordable, if all your friends, family is with rogers.

25$+6.95$+.50$= 32.455
32.45*tax=37.41


thats without call display what not, if u want it just keep adding, but overall this corp plan is da best deal, da thing is, they might start changing it soon

I worked at mcdonaldz before, its been a year n rogers still thinks I am working with mcdonalds. O n btw if ur friend a GOOD friend u trust n parents, just put there account under your name n get the phone, they get the same plan.


Enjoy

Azndra

[HowEver]

This is the best it can do for any one who works. Call rogers when da guy is done talking press 0#0# it will get u to customer service. (Sorry I hate voice command) When your there, ask them for corporated price plans. Depending on where your working, it might have a plan for u. Ex: Mcdonalds, Second Cup.
The plan ......



This is very far from the best corporate plan. Very far.

[emoci]

This is very far from the best corporate plan. Very far.

The good thing about this plan is, it's not retention, so you can start off with it without having been with rogers, and it applies to a few companies. And no need for hassling, threatening and begging.

it makes me sad cause when they offered this to me, I thought working for McD was finally having a payoff, but most ppl can get this as long as you work for a company.

[bubble.tea]

.............. ask them for corporated price plans. .............Azndra

This is very far from the best corporate plan. Very far.
isn't it obvious? didyou really have to point this out?

[HamsterGirl35]

Just finished talking to Rogers rep......and left me with some questions in my mind.....

My situation: 2/3 years contract still left with Rogers.
I currently have $45/month plan (first year monthly fee free) and did the HUP last year.

1) Is it true that every time we take advantages of what they called "promo" plan, one MUST renew contract?
2) Everytime we do HUP, one MUST renew contract?

rep told me:
$25 (incl. Calls display, 250 min & unlimited evenings/weekends after 6pm) is considered "PROMO" plan, therefore, if I want to "downgrade", I must renew it as 3 yrs contract.

I really wanted R2R!! So, was told that I can choose the following if I renew either the following two lowest $$ options:
2 yrs contract ($25 + $5(R2R) get 200 mins)
3 yrs contract ($25 + $5(R2R) get 250 mins)

after following thread for so long, I feel like I am being cheated again and again.....

Any comment?

I am always nice on the phone.

Note: the $ amt always have to add network fee and 911 charge.

[ngignac]

Sounds really good

[belfour]

My situation: 2/3 years contract still left with Rogers.
I currently have $45/month plan (first year monthly fee free) and did the HUP last year.

1) Is it true that every time we take advantages of what they called "promo" plan, one MUST renew contract?

rep told me:
$25 (incl. Calls display, 250 min & unlimited evenings/weekends after 6pm) is considered "PROMO" plan, therefore, if I want to "downgrade", I must renew it as 3 yrs contract.


In my situation..(same as yours with the free year line) i didn't have to renew my contract... my new plan is just the remainder of my 2 years.

$20 (CD, 250 mins , unlimited even/weekends after 8pm, 100LD)


Btw: no HUP for me..

[HamsterGirl35]

Your rep is better....
my rep told me if I don't want to renew contract, I can get
$20 (CD, 200 mins, unlimied evenings/weekens after 8pm)

Oh, and my rep said no R2R with this plan.

Looks like my rep isn't soo good to me.....

ps, again, I wanted R2R feature......

In my situation..(same as yours with the free year line) i didn't have to renew my contract... my new plan is just the remainder of my 2 years.

$20 (CD, 250 mins , unlimited even/weekends after 8pm, 100LD)


Btw: no HUP for me..

[bubble.tea]

.......after following thread for so long, I feel like I am being cheated again and again.....

Any comment?
...............
if you've been following it for so long. You should know what 1) is a good offer and what is not 2) how to go about getting it and 3) not to get worked up about the first reps lame offer and go for door #2, 3, 4, 5...hhahaha no seriously DON'T!

[ecgz88]

Why few people want unlimited incoming call?

I think 100 minutes+ unlimited incoming call is better than 250 minutes :)

maybe if I get a free Voicemail, I don't need unlimited incoming call anymore

[st7860]

Why few people want unlimited incoming call?


thats because its a lame plan

its about $25/mo, 100 day, and unlimited incoming, and only 1000 evenings and weekends at EIGHT PM.

but the $25 250 plan is 250 daytime, and UNLIMITED evenings and weekends , at 6pm.

[ItemFinder]

Why few people want unlimited incoming call?

I think 100 minutes+ unlimited incoming call is better than 250 minutes :)

maybe if I get a free Voicemail, I don't need unlimited incoming call anymore
Considering the price is now $30 for the unlimited incoming package, $20-$25 for 250 daytime minutes isn't too bad.

[felix]

Is it possible to switch to these corporate plans shortly after activation? I'm paying $20/month and I get only 50 weekday minutes. :( Though right now i'm still on my first 3 months unlimited calling.

[bubble.tea]

Is it possible to switch to these corporate plans shortly after activation? I'm paying $20/month and I get only 50 weekday minutes. :( Though right now i'm still on my first 3 months unlimited calling.
50mins?

I dont' know what's worse...a 50min plan...or someone who's been aware of this thread for awhile...and ACCEPTED to go on that 50min plan.

Okay now that my cynical mind is happy. Yes, you can change plans...corp or not or not to corp anytime. That's what Rogers is all about :)

Your contract is for Rogers Cellular service. Not for a "particular" plan ;)

[ecgz88]

the $25/mo, 100 day, and unlimited incoming, and only 1000 evenings and weekends at EIGHT PM, they need $35 now. :mad:

the only problem for that plan is starting from 8PM.

250 daytime is not too much, just 8 minutes per day, when you received 3-4 calls ,it goes out.


thats because its a lame plan

its about $25/mo, 100 day, and unlimited incoming, and only 1000 evenings and weekends at EIGHT PM.

but the $25 250 plan is 250 daytime, and UNLIMITED evenings and weekends , at 6pm.

[ecgz88]

I stayed with Rogers about 7 months,this is the plan what I have now:

$25
100 weekday minutes
1000 evening&weekends start from 8pm
100 canada long distance
unlimited incoming call
plus I pay $5 every month for call display

does anybody know if I sign a 2 year contract,what phone I can get for free?

Thanks a lot! :)

[ItemFinder]

the $25/mo, 100 day, and unlimited incoming, and only 1000 evenings and weekends at EIGHT PM, they need $35 now. :mad:

the only problem for that plan is starting from 8PM.

250 daytime is not too much, just 8 minutes per day, when you received 3-4 calls ,it goes out.
Wrong on so many accounts. As I previously stated, the unlimited incoming plan is $30, not $25 and certainly not $35. As usual, E911 and SAF charges apply.
http://www.shoprogers.com/promo/new_overview.asp

Second, estimating there are 20 weekdays in a calendar month, then your 250 daytime minutes will spread evenly to be 12.5 minutes/day, not 8 as stated. Given that 12.5 isn't a lot, but most people are working or at school, so unless it's for business purposes, you're not likely to overuse your alotted minutes.

[bubble.tea]

I ...........................what phone I can get for free?


A L L O F T H E MMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM. MUHAHAHHA :lol:

[st7860]

the $25/mo, 100 day, and unlimited incoming, and only 1000 evenings and weekends at EIGHT PM, they need $35 now. :mad:

the only problem for that plan is starting from 8PM.

250 daytime is not too much, just 8 minutes per day, when you received 3-4 calls ,it goes out.

whoops, $35, so the unlimited incoming plan is even worse now.

for an 'average' person with employment during the daytime, the $25 plan with 250 minutes daytime should be plenty of minutes. There is an $8/mo option that gives you an extra 400 'first' incoming minutes per month. and the evenings & weekends are unlimited, and start at 6pm. remember, with the unlimited incoming plan, there is a limit on the evenings, and they start late too.

[cechlin]

well i just got a phone(mortorla v220) off my brother and i went and bought a sim card, now all i have to do is get on a plan and a phone number. im only in grade 9 but the phones going under my mothers name.

i was wondering whats the best deal i can get, my mom also has a phone on rogers so if that helps anything out.

well please reply as im in dire need of a phone :D

[myapple]

Is it possible to switch to these corporate plans shortly after activation? I'm paying $20/month and I get only 50 weekday minutes. :( Though right now i'm still on my first 3 months unlimited calling.
Did u just sign up recently for the megatime 50 plan? Unless u've been with rogers for at least 6 months, there isn't much u can do. Just suck it up and wait.

[bubble.tea]

Did u just sign up recently for the megatime 50 plan? Unless u've been with rogers for at least 6 months, there isn't much u can do. Just suck it up and wait.
huh?

are you serious? you can't change out of it till after a certain period? first I've heard of that. :confused:

[AllWheelDrift]

huh?

are you serious? you can't change out of it till after a certain period? first I've heard of that. :confused:
You can't get a retention plan until after a certain period. I believe you can switch between the regular plans though.

[skanji]

You can't get a retention plan until after a certain period. I believe you can switch between the regular plans though.

that's not true - call cust relations and sign up for another 2-3 years, it won't be a problem to switch plans....

[spfdz]

I'm interested in getting the Samsung P207. I've been a rogers wireless customer for about four years now.. any chance I'll be able to get that free if I sign on for another 2 years? This would be my third contract.

[skanji]

I'm interested in getting the Samsung P207. I've been a rogers wireless customer for about four years now.. any chance I'll be able to get that free if I sign on for another 2 years? This would be my third contract.

1) Call the rogers main number
2) Be super nice.
3) If you don't get what you are looking for, ask to speak to Customer Relations
4) Report back here with the deal you got...

[spfdz]

1) Call 1-888-936-7283
2) Be super nice.
3) If you don't get what you are looking for, call back to a maximum of 3 times.
4) Report back here with the deal you got...

Ughh, the machine gave me another number to call if i'm not deactivating the service should I be calling that? Or should I continue and pretend to be deactivating it?

[bubble.tea]

You can't get a retention plan until after a certain period. I believe you can switch between the regular plans though.

okayyyyyy, but the original question from felix, was moving from a regular plan to a CORPORATE plan...not a retentions plan....in which case...afaik., he can dew it.

[felix]

50mins?

I dont' know what's worse...a 50min plan...or someone who's been aware of this thread for awhile...and ACCEPTED to go on that 50min plan.

Okay now that my cynical mind is happy. Yes, you can change plans...corp or not or not to corp anytime. That's what Rogers is all about :)

Your contract is for Rogers Cellular service. Not for a "particular" plan ;)
Well it was for the free Motorola ROKR on 3-year contract (new customer). Didn't want to pay for the phone. :|

[spfdz]

Meh I just called,


My contract ends May 4th.

For the samsung p207, they said for two years. I got to pay 199 - 50 dollar rebate. Three years is 150 - 50 dollar rebate. Pretty much what the website has. I told them I wanted to keep my current plan as well.

Which is

250weekday mins,
free evening starting at (6pm)
free weekends
free caller Id/three way/forwarding

End of month bills are usually 40 dollars.

Wierd thing is for new customers, it's even cheaper :confused:

I think I talked with Shandeep

[skanji]

Meh I just called,


My contract ends May 4th.

For the samsung p207, they said for two years. I got to pay 199 - 50 dollar rebate. Three years is 150 - 50 dollar rebate. Pretty much what the website has. I told them I wanted to keep my current plan as well.

Which is

250weekday mins,
free evening starting at (6pm)
free weekends
free caller Id/three way/forwarding

End of month bills are usually 40 dollars.

Wierd thing is for new customers, it's even cheaper :confused:

I think I talked with Shandeep


call again, and ask to talk to someone at Customer Relations...

[spfdz]

call again, and ask to talk to someone at Customer Relations...

How do you know she wasn't one? I thought it goes directly through to customer relations, at least that's what the machine said.

[myapple]

that's not true - call cust relations and sign up for another 2-3 years, it won't be a problem to switch plans....
once again, yes...anybody can switch plans anytime and extend your contract by as long as u want anytime u want. The only catch is...if somebody wanted to sign up for a retention plan, THEY MUST BE WITH ROGERS WIRELESS FOR AT LEAST 6 MONTHS before they can do so.

It's kinda like an initiation period. Everybody has to go through it.

[bubble.tea]

once again, yes...anybody can switch plans anytime and extend your contract by as long as u want anytime u want. The only catch is...if somebody wanted to sign up for a retention plan, THEY MUST BE WITH ROGERS WIRELESS FOR AT LEAST 6 MONTHS before they can do so.

It's kinda like an initiation period. Everybody has to go through it.

something is giving me a sufficient amount of reluctance to believe this. Of course...my gut feelings have been known to be completely wrong :cheesygri

[myapple]

something is giving me a sufficient amount of reluctance to believe this. Of course...my gut feelings have been known to be completely wrong :cheesygri
A friend of mine signed up for a free phone on a 3 year contract (new activation) just recently. A few days afterwards, I called the retentions line and asked if they can be switched to the retention plan. The rep specifically said they would not give out this plan until the account is at least 6 months old.

But hey...u don't have to take my word for it, bubbles. Feel free to activate a new account with a new number on a regular megatime plan, then call up the retentions line and see what they say...

[mk316]

call again, and ask to talk to someone at Customer Relations...
I've called retentions recently. Nowadays you have to abide with the new hardware upgrade program. There is a reason why this new program was established so probably they want to start using it now.

;)

[rfdrfd]

Here's my past history: Been with Rogers for 8 yrs, various plans and contracts. Right now, I have TV, internet and 2 phones with them.

Just called the 1-888-936-7283

I was very polite, wasn't pushy. The guy wasn't too accomodating.

$20 per month + SAF + 911 fee

200 weekday
Unlimited weeknight (darn, I forgot to ask 6pm or 8pm start)
Unlimited weekends
Caller ID

1yr, 2yr or 3yr contract. 3yr gives you 250 min weekdays

I asked for Voicemail, but answer was 'no'.


So I just okay, thanks, let me think about it, and I'll call back thanx.

[kiasu]

got my SE W600i yesterday...FREE after the $50 MIR.. :D :D ...it's the HUP....well..the last time I got my HUP was Dec 2005 for the v551. :D

[HamsterGirl35]

kiasu, you must spend a lot of monthly fee in order to get SE W600i for free after $50 rebate. (**jealous**)

my last upgrade was Feb 2005 and had the 1 yr montly fee free and now due to the HUP program, they are offering me $179.99 after $50 rebate with 3 yr contract......

got my SE W600i yesterday...FREE after the $50 MIR.. :D :D ...it's the HUP....well..the last time I got my HUP was Dec 2005 for the v551. :D

[kiasu]

kiasu, you must spend a lot of monthly fee in order to get SE W600i for free after $50 rebate. (**jealous**)

my last upgrade was Feb 2005 and had the 1 yr montly fee free and now due to the HUP program, they are offering me $179.99 after $50 rebate with 3 yr contract......

u r wrong...my monthly fee is only $20 plan..i forward the line to my BB during daytime.... :D

[spfdz]

Called my second time around. was aiming to get a free p207 to sell on ebay.

I've been with rogers wireless for 4 years coming this may 4th.

Current Plan:
-200weekdaymins
-free eveninings (stating 6pm)
-free weekends
-free caller id
-free conferencing
-free forwarding

Call convo summary,
me: Said I wanted to end the service on May (whcih is when my contract ends)

her: okay, can i ask why?

me: telus giving me similar deal and a free phone

her: what if we give you a free phone

me: there's not much phones I really like, there was only one

her: what phone was that?

me: ughhh samsung a207?

her: flip phone?

me: yeah

her: you mean p207?

me: ughh yeah

her: what if we give that to you free on ...(bartering)

me: lots of ughhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhs going on

her: 3 year contract, free p207, no admin fees

me: thats tempting... ughhhhhhhhh

her: first 3 months free, free rogers to rogers calling

me: yeah!

New plan:
-200weekdaymins
-free eveninings (stating 6pm)
-free weekends
-free caller id
-free conferencing
-free forwarding
-free rogers to rogers calling
-first three months free

Total monthly cost (including fees: $37.xx)

I was oringinally aiming for first 6 months free/free phone, but when I was offered rogers to rogers, I didn't want to push it. Very nice lady I talked with, I'm assuming I was polite, I didn't start yelling at her or anything, she made most the talk, i just went "ughhhh" a lot.

I never had the intentions of canceling. I did research telus/fido in case the rep said okay, whatever then. And I'd be left with out rogers :cry: (I actually like rogers reception/service a lot)

[TheFuteballer]

who do I call if I'm a new customer and want to bargain a good plan? or do I just go to one of the rogers booths in some mall and talk to them?

[felix]

who do I call if I'm a new customer and want to bargain a good plan? or do I just go to one of the rogers booths in some mall and talk to them?
Depends what kind of deal on the phone you want. I got my free Motorola ROKR on 3-year contract at AmCall Rogers store in First Markham Place/Pacific Mall.

[EP3]

^^ that's a normal price for dealers like AmCall.

[lewdvig]

They screwed me over at the end of my contract with some billing mistakes and stuff and they tried pretty hard to keep me onse we got it all sorted.

I got the $20 retention plan plus free VM forever (they did some bad things to me) and no contract.

I ended up getting a contract anyway with a $99 w600 a couple months later.

And I just got another line with them and a 2nd w600 on the $45 700 minute/unltd eve and weekends plan... mission accomplished Rogers! :)

[st7860]

http://www.comparecellular.com/ says the Nokia 6682 is now available as a Hardware Upgrade with Rogers.

Depending on your level, it'll probably be between $299 to $350 on a 2 or 3 year renewal.

The Nokia 6682 is a powerful phone that can even emulate the Super Nintendo system with 3rd party add ons.

[david17]

I have been a rogers customer since Feb 2003 and i have 2 cellphones with the family plan. I finally called customer retention yesterday and spoke to a friendly rep and this is what i got for both phones:

250 mins weekdays
100 mins canadian long distance
free voicemail
free callerID
unlimited evenings starting from 6PM

And one Motorala Razr (black) for free. He said my contract will only be extended for 5 months. :)

Oh and my new plan is $25 per month

[crimsondr]

I have been a rogers customer since Feb 2003 and i have 2 cellphones with the family plan. I finally called customer retention yesterday and spoke to a friendly rep and this is what i got for both phones:

250 mins weekdays
100 mins canadian long distance
free voicemail
free callerID
unlimited evenings starting from 6PM

And one Motorala Razr (black) for free. He said my contract will only be extended for 5 months. :)

how much $$ per month?

[david17]

my bad. i edited my previous post :)

[tjuzer]

Just got audiovox 5600 and I have some problem.

When I call I hear buzz :!:

Also top corner of screen look crooked under plastic :!:

Also attract lot of dust :!:

Also mirror on phone look scratch :!:

Also battery contact got 'mark' look like put in phone before :!:

Normal :?: Thanks for feedback.

[weedb0y]

buzz is normal at times.. it happens on lotta 850mhz gsm phones..

rest is cosmetic but it should be perfect when u get it though..

[e7lee]

I called, found out I was entitled to $100 to a free upgrade every year (corp plan)

I am on a corporate plan now, and I never knew about this. Do you have to extend your contract in order to get the $100 towards a phone upgrade?

BTW, here's what I have now:
200 Daytime minutes
Unlimited weekends starting at 6PM on Fridays.
Free Caller ID
$18/month + SAF + 911
$5 more for VM

Is it possible to get VM for free without switching to a retention plan? I would like stay on a corp plan if that means getting a $100 hardware upgrade each year without having to extend my contract.

[tmleafs26]

I am on a corporate plan now, and I never knew about this. Do you have to extend your contract in order to get the $100 towards a phone upgrade?

BTW, here's what I have now:
200 Daytime minutes
Unlimited weekends starting at 6PM on Fridays.
Free Caller ID
$18/month + SAF + 911
$5 more for VM

Is it possible to get VM for free without switching to a retention plan? I would like stay on a corp plan if that means getting a $100 hardware upgrade each year without having to extend my contract.

Yes you have to extend your contract.
Anything is possible if you ask.

[w3ss]

Thanks for all the tips. Just got a Moto Razr for free. w/ 3 year contract though.

Didnt change my plan as I have a good corporate plan.

[HamsterGirl35]

Did you have to pay for shipping or admin fee?

Thanks for all the tips. Just got a Moto Razr for free. w/ 3 year contract though.

Didnt change my plan as I have a good corporate plan.

[w3ss]

Did you have to pay for shipping or admin fee?

It was absolutly free. The rep did not mention shipping or admin fees.

[gq_fuzion]

I am on a corporate plan now, and I never knew about this. Do you have to extend your contract in order to get the $100 towards a phone upgrade?

BTW, here's what I have now:
200 Daytime minutes
Unlimited weekends starting at 6PM on Fridays.
Free Caller ID
$18/month + SAF + 911
$5 more for VM

Is it possible to get VM for free without switching to a retention plan? I would like stay on a corp plan if that means getting a $100 hardware upgrade each year without having to extend my contract.

highly doubt it in your case
you're already on a roger's corporately discounted plan

if you were on a consumer plan, that would be a different matter

[st7860]

if you're buying a rogers phone from rogers.com remember to add the FUTURE coupon code then it will give you an extra $50 from future shop in addition to the other bonuses they have.

[tjuzer]

buzz is normal at times.. it happens on lotta 850mhz gsm phones..

rest is cosmetic but it should be perfect when u get it though..

One more question if I can. With 5600 if I dial number and immediate cancel, the call still go through and I can hear other party even when I repeat press endcall. Is normal for you :?:

[Canmod]

i got my account hooked up today finally made it through to a nice rep, this is what i got

250 day time a month
unlimited evenings after 6 pm
unlimited weekends (local and long distance)
1000 rogers talk time minutes
first three months unlimited calling anytime
caller id
voicemail

total is 25/month plus access fee on a 3 year contract.

also got a sony ericsson w600i phone for 150

all in all im very happy. now to decide wether to sell the se w600 or my se p910

[HowEver]

Nice deal, let us know what you think of the phone!

i got my account hooked up today finally made it through to a nice rep, this is what i got

250 day time a month
unlimited evenings after 6 pm
unlimited weekends (local and long distance)
1000 rogers talk time minutes
first three months unlimited calling anytime
caller id
voicemail

total is 25/month plus access fee on a 3 year contract.

also got a sony ericsson w600i phone for 150

all in all im very happy. now to decide wether to sell the se w600 or my se p910

[Kwirky]

i got my account hooked up today finally made it through to a nice rep, this is what i got

250 day time a month
unlimited evenings after 6 pm
unlimited weekends (local and long distance)
1000 rogers talk time minutes
first three months unlimited calling anytime
caller id
voicemail

total is 25/month plus access fee on a 3 year contract.

Woah, what? Unlimited Long Distance??? You've got to be freakin' kidding me :-0

[mk316]

Woah, what? Unlimited Long Distance??? You've got to be freakin' kidding me :-0
I SOOOO AGREE WITH YOU!!! No way you can get unlim long distance... I'm sure that guy made a mistake....

[Mad.Whack]

I SOOOO AGREE WITH YOU!!! No way you can get unlim long distance... I'm sure that guy made a mistake....

Its only during the weekends...

Personally I'd rather have the 1000 LD minutes anytime...

[bubble.tea]

Woah, what? Unlimited Long Distance??? You've got to be freakin' kidding me :-0
wow. nice.

My friend with Bell had it on his plan since 2 years now. I was always really impressed with that. Good to See Rogers is uppin' the ante.

[RCDEMORAL]

OK, this is what I can get:

$50
500 daytime minutes.
free evenings/weekends starting at 6
call display, system activation fee included.

I'm currently on the $45 350 daytime + unlimited weekends/evenings, plan, but doens't included SAE... so I'm actually saving money. And W600i for $129. 3 year term though.

Anything better out there?

[Canmod]

sorry i forgot to mention its unlimited long distance on the weekends but only in canada. fine for me i dont call the states ever

[joongpark]

I have 2 rogers cell phones....I just came off 1 yr. free for both phones so this was best I got

1. Adiovox SMT6500+no BT+no Activation charge for $49

$25/Mo

250 Anytime
Unlimited Eve,Wk End (Early)
Unlimited Incoming Calls

2. Razr + BT headset+no Activation charge for $99

$20

250 Anytime
Unlimited Eve,Wk End
Free Call Display
100 LD

I think I got decent deal...for the fact that I got 2 new phones 1 yr ago and I had 1 Yr free plan for both phones.

[bectang]

I think I got decent deal...for the fact that I got 2 new phones 1 yr ago and I had 1 Yr free plan for both phones.


I know that retentions often allow upgrades for under 18 months as I've tried that myself given that you've got a sound case.

BUT...

What do you mean you've got 1 Yr free plan?

[bectang]

Audiovox SMT6500+no BT+no Activation charge for $49


Let us know what you think of this phone! What are the other comments out there?

[AllWheelDrift]

Let us know what you think of this phone! What are the other comments out there?
I have an Audiovox SMT 5600 now and love it. I tried a W600i but it was so much bulkier and the call audio quality was worse too.

[tjuzer]

I have an Audiovox SMT 5600 now and love it. I tried a W600i but it was so much bulkier and the call audio quality was worse too.

Actually my and many people say w600i better :!:

[Kwirky]

I know that retentions often allow upgrades for under 18 months as I've tried that myself given that you've got a sound case.

BUT...

What do you mean you've got 1 Yr free plan?

Last year Rogers were giving people (myself included :razz: ) a year of service for free, on a $45/mo plan, to match Telus... You're not going to get a free year anymore though. It is likely why this thread heated up again within the last 3-4 months; everyone that was on a free plan looking for a decent plan that wasn't going to cost them $45/mo.

[kiasu]

Actually my and many people say w600i better :!:

yea i am using w600i..
i would say not bad...the sound quality is not as bad as your descrive
well...i got it for free...no complaint :D

[AllWheelDrift]

Actually my and many people say w600i better :!:
Well, I maybe I got a bum W600i (the LCD backlight and keypad illumination also died on me after a week) but I and the people I call definitely find my SMT 5600 sounds better. I was expecting it to be the other way around. Of course, they also say my Siemens C56 sounds better than either of them.

[Tsukagi]

Well, I maybe I got a bum W600i (the LCD backlight and keypad illumination also died on me after a week) but I and the people I call definitely find my SMT 5600 sounds better. I was expecting it to be the other way around. Of course, they also say my Siemens C56 sounds better than either of them.


My g/f just got the w600i about 2 weeks ago too..and the backlight broke on her today.

wat can she do??..refund?..exchange??...b/c it's so early...i don't suggest sending it in for repair.

[mk316]

My g/f just got the w600i about 2 weeks ago too..and the backlight broke on her today.

wat can she do??..refund?..exchange??...b/c it's so early...i don't suggest sending it in for repair.
If you got it from retentions call them up and let them know about your problem. If from a dealer then go to the dealer you got it from. However, Rogers does not take responsibilityif the phone has over 30 min or 30 k or 30 days on it. This is what I've been told in the past so if you need them to replace it call em up ASAP!!!

[Hadoken]

I have 2 rogers cell phones....I just came off 1 yr. free for both phones so this was best I got

1. Adiovox SMT6500+no BT+no Activation charge for $49

$25/Mo

250 Anytime
Unlimited Eve,Wk End (Early)
Unlimited Incoming Calls


WOW! Now they are offering 250 daytime w/ UL incoming?! This is the first I've heard of it. How did you get that? :?:

[a_y3n]

my rogers plan is $20/month
250 min weekday
unlimited evenings (8pm) and weekends
- perfect for my needs because i have classes till that time anyway.. i don't think they offer this plan anymore though

[rfdrfd]

my rogers plan is $20/month
250 min weekday
unlimited evenings (8pm) and weekends
- perfect for my needs because i have classes till that time anyway.. i don't think they offer this plan anymore though

I wish I can get your plan. You're right, they don't seem to be offering that anymore. Everything is $30 or $35

Me being with them for 8-9 yrs doesn't seem to make much of a difference to the CSR I've spoken to.

[enki]

Just to give everyone an indication of where corporate plans are at:
I just took over my friends plan:

23/month + SAF + 911
200 daytime
Unlim eve/wknd @ 6
VM
CallId
Per second billing (yes)
Unlim. incoming txt (i thought this was already free?)
Same contract length as before (6 more months?)

Calling today to get a HUP (what phone should I get?)

[mk316]

Just to give everyone an indication of where corporate plans are at:
I just took over my friends plan:

23/month + SAF + 911
200 daytime
Unlim eve/wknd @ 6
VM
CallId
Per second billing (yes)
Unlim. incoming txt (i thought this was already free?)
Same contract length as before (6 more months?)

Calling today to get a HUP (what phone should I get?)
Get the W600 its the most bang for your buck and if you're corporate you'll get a discount like $100 off I think.

[Canmod]

I got my w600 phone yesterday and I am very impressed. I planned on selling it but now I think i'll have to keep it.

[reqle55]

ya, i got my w600 last week...i was gonna sell it, but it looked too interesting to sell. I'm keeping mine as well....apparently when i called csr, I had another w600 on its way.....their mistake??????

keeping my fingers crossed!!!!

btw, the poster with 250min+unlimited incoming.......I WANT THAT PLAN!!!!!!! :cheesygri

[Cyber0066]

Just called retentions and this is what was offered.

$27
200 daytime (250 for 3 year contract)
Unlimited evenings/weekends after 8pm
Caller ID
Voicemail
75 Textmessages
100 Long Distance minutes

Essentially, it's just a regular $20 plan except the extra $7 is for the voicemail and 75 text messages.

I kno someone who got voicemail for free included in the $20 plan and I asked them to match it. But they said that if it could've been an error and they aren't obliged to match the error.

Anything I could say to convince them to match my friend's plan who has the free VM with their $20 plan?

Thanks!

[Geese_Howard]

Get the W600 its the most bang for your buck and if you're corporate you'll get a discount like $100 off I think.

its persecond billing after 1st minute

[tjuzer]

Anyone know difference of charge rate difference between charge with adapter and usb cord of Audiovox 5600 :?:

[bectang]

WOW! Now they are offering 250 daytime w/ UL incoming?! :?:

How much is this UL incoming plan? Is it still available?

[voided]

I added a new phone to my account for my fiance
our plans now stand at

mine
250/ daytime
Unlimited wknds / evenings at 6
free call id and free voice mail
100 long distance
$25 month

hers (new customer)
200 daytime
Unlimited wknds / evenings at 8
free call id
100 long distance
+ free Motorola V551 phone, 3 months unlimited local calling, first month free and no activation fee + free bluetooth headset
$20 month

im pleased especially since he said he would upgrade her plan for free once she has 3 months seniority

[QtBeBe_Angel]

What is the best price that you guys were offered for the Samsung P207 and has anyone experienced problems w/ that phone?

[akz]

How much is this UL incoming plan? Is it still available?

there is no such plan as the 250 + unlimited incomming ... there is no such retention plan. He either typed it wrong 100 + extra free 50 mins for singing on 3 year contract from retentions .. or he meant to type unlimited weekends / nights or unlimilited local calling for x months... unless he posts a screen shot of his rogers.com customer user panel with his plan on it I really doubt such a plan exists..

[molexir]

there is no such plan as the 250 + unlimited incomming ... there is no such retention plan. He either typed it wrong 100 + extra free 50 mins for singing on 3 year contract from retentions .. or he meant to type unlimited weekends / nights or unlimilited local calling for x months... unless he posts a screen shot of his rogers.com customer user panel with his plan on it I really doubt such a plan exists..

Actually there is - I had called retentions awhile ago and was trying to get additional daytime minutes added to my 100 day + unlimited incoming etc plan. They offered the 250 + unlimited incoming for $50 which I said no thanks to. So lets not throw around accusations - if there's one thing we should have all learned from this thread is YMMV with each rep and repeated calls may be required to get the best deal in each individuals opinion.

[HowEver]

That's right. Retentions deals are not advertised or even unadvertised "plans." They are specific to everyone, although features may be shared and offers may, kind of, average out.

[idesign]

hi there.my plan ended 1 month a go.i called rogers retention couple days ago.i asked them to give me better deals and they told me no better deals they have.i have current employe plan.$20 150 day/unlimted eve&weknd.i asked them to give e corporate plan and they said no.so is there any one who can tell me how to get better paln with rogers.thx

[bubble.tea]

SHEESH...all these people getting 1000LD for $5....we should almost start up a calling circle to fully use up all 1000. Keep each other company when there's a quiet minute at work or something like that. lol.

I end up calling LD to my select longtime friends all over Canada...then if (BC people are still sleeping)., I dial into my xpresscall, and go to the US, or Germany, Israel, and a few other just to name a few lol...extra charges ensure no doubt...but you get my drift.

to the noob poster just above ( ^ ) ;), READ the past 75 threads....once you've done that...come back and tell me if you REALLY need someone to spoon feed you about how to get a great deal ;). I'm sure you'll be able to figure it out yourself.

[molexir]

What are you jealous - not in the $5 1000LD club?! ;) ( ^ )

How many of us even come close to using up those LD minutes - not me.

It is nice not having to use a 3rd party LD provider anymore though.

I sure like the reassurance I can answer my phone and check my VM anywhere and not worry about LD charges.

[idesign]

hi how u got this plan.my 2 year emplyee plan ended.how do i get paln liek ur.let me eknow
i got my account hooked up today finally made it through to a nice rep, this is what i got

250 day time a month
unlimited evenings after 6 pm
unlimited weekends (local and long distance)
1000 rogers talk time minutes
first three months unlimited calling anytime
caller id
voicemail

total is 25/month plus access fee on a 3 year contract.

also got a sony ericsson w600i phone for 150

all in all im very happy. now to decide wether to sell the se w600 or my se p910

[bubble.tea]

What are you jealous - not in the $5 1000LD club?! ;) ( ^ )
./QUOTE]

[QUOTE=bubble.tea]SHEESH...all these people getting 1000LD for $5....we should almost start up a calling circle to fully use up all 1000. Keep each other company ......

note I said "we" :D I dropped 1500minS on my last months bill....REkonize!

[ItemFinder]

[QUOTE=molexir]What are you jealous - not in the $5 1000LD club?! ;) ( ^ )
./QUOTE]



note I said "we" :D I dropped 1500minS on my last months bill....REkonize!
4200 minutes on unlimited incoming! Beat that.

[molexir]

[QUOTE=bubble.tea]
4200 minutes on unlimited incoming! Beat that.

I thought I was the only who had combined a toll free + the unlimited incoming package and run an adult chat lline! ;)

[Canmod]

just give them a call a few times and youll end up with a nice csr

[bubble.tea]

[QUOTE=bubble.tea]
4200 minutes on unlimited incoming! Beat that.
hmmmm 4200.......YIKES! I'm amateur then...lol...so you want in on the circle? :D

[mrken]

I just renewed my plan on a three-year contract to:
250 daytime minutes
unlimited weeknights starting at 8 PM
free call display
100 free long distance minutes

$49 + $35 administration fee for an Audiovox smartphone

I am happy, except for the fact that I cannot have the plan begin on the day I renewed it... So I am paying $45 per month for two months of minimal use.

My question: Are the phones shipped via UPS by Resolve Corp? I just found a final delivery notice from UPS on my door... Checking the tracking number online, I found that the package has already been returned to sender...

Is that my package? How would I reclaim the package?

Another question: Does the free long distance apply to roaming? I am going to Quebec next month (Canada-Wide Science Fair -- yay!), so can I phone home from Quebec for free using the 100 minutes? How about people calling the 604 cellphone number? Would I be charged roaming charges, or would the calls be part of the 100-minute long distance?

[bubble.tea]

I whatever you asked?

it's ups, can't reclaim...YIKES...unless it was reclaimed THIS MORNING...usually they'll RTS after +2-3 tries no? Lookslike you'll have to call up Rogers...give it 3 days cuz they won't receive it in 1/2 a day., and their warehouse won't process it and update servers THAT fast.

last 2 questions ref LD.
yes, and yes :cheesygri -happy?

[st7860]

from http://www.comparecellular.com

The new Rogers hardward upgrade program will allow you to get a hardware upgrade at any time without a waiting period, based simply on accumulated spending.


TIER I (less than $1000): new activation price + $50 + Hup Admin
TIER II ($1001 - $1200): new activation price + $25 + Hup Admin
TIER III ($1201 - ?): new activation price + Hup Admin
TIER IV (? - ?): new activation price - up to $25
TIER V (? - ?): new activation price - up to $50
TIER VI (more than ?): new activation price - up to $100

[3xpc]

from http://www.comparecellular.com

The new Rogers hardward upgrade program will allow you to get a hardware upgrade at any time without a waiting period, based simply on accumulated spending.


TIER I (less than $1000): new activation price + $50 + Hup Admin
TIER II ($1001 - $1200): new activation price + $25 + Hup Admin
TIER III ($1201 - ?): new activation price + Hup Admin
TIER IV (? - ?): new activation price - up to $25
TIER V (? - ?): new activation price - up to $50
TIER VI (more than ?): new activation price - up to $100

Is this fact? If so thats a really great offer. I couldnt beleive they would do it by duration/age previously.

[st7860]

Yes. you can do it online at www.rogers.com or by going to a dealer.

You do NOT need to go to the dealer first. you could, call up a dealer, give them your phone number, name, and postal code, then they will tell you how much it costs to upgrade to a specific phone, then you just go into the dealer with your drivers licence and bingo.

the money is billed to your account, so you don't need to bring cash.

[Kwirky]

Another question: Does the free long distance apply to roaming? I am going to Quebec next month (Canada-Wide Science Fair -- yay!), so can I phone home from Quebec for free using the 100 minutes? How about people calling the 604 cellphone number? Would I be charged roaming charges, or would the calls be part of the 100-minute long distance?

I have the same plan, and can confidently say that the 100LD does apply to roaming - both incoming & outgoing. So, when you're outside your local area, the 100LD mins will be used for calls home & all incoming calls, but all calls TO the area you're in are counted as local.

Example: Your local calling area is Surrey BC, and you're in Montreal QC - calls to your cell, from anywhere, use the 100LD, calls to Montreal are local, calls to anywhere else in Canada (including, in this example, Surrey) will use the 100LD.

[HamsterGirl35]

Finally renewed 3 yrs contract, with $30/month (includes CID, 250 day time, unlimited weekends/evenings 6pm-8am and R2R)

I asked both Unlimited local calling for first 6 months and 100LD......

The rep was willing to give first 3 months unlimited local call but, wouldn't budge about giving any 100 LD,.....

Guess it's still ok deal for me. ^_^

[joongpark]

I just returned my SMT5600...it's very good phone but I can't stand non-flip phone. I can't carry it in my pocket because buttons get pressed all the time.

Anyway...I wonder if Rogers will waive my Admin fee again when I order Razr insted.

Anyone with this experience? It would suck if I have to pay admin fee.

Thanks.

[erratic]

Just to give everyone an indication of where corporate plans are at:
I just took over my friends plan:

23/month + SAF + 911
200 daytime
Unlim eve/wknd @ 6
VM
CallId
Per second billing (yes)
Unlim. incoming txt (i thought this was already free?)
Same contract length as before (6 more months?)


This is that plan I am on right now as well. I want to do a HUP, but I called twice and I can't get anyone to add the 100 LD minutes to it. Think because it is already a corporate plan?

[mrken]

it's ups, can't reclaim...YIKES...unless it was reclaimed THIS MORNING...usually they'll RTS after +2-3 tries no? Lookslike you'll have to call up Rogers...give it 3 days cuz they won't receive it in 1/2 a day., and their warehouse won't process it and update servers THAT fast.
Thank you for the information. Do you think they will charge me for not picking up the package? I would have made arrangements if the sender on the delivery slip said Rogers. Can Rogers ship to a work address that is not registered under the account?

I have the same plan, and can confidently say that the 100LD does apply to roaming - both incoming & outgoing. So, when you're outside your local area, the 100LD mins will be used for calls home & all incoming calls, but all calls TO the area you're in are counted as local.

Example: Your local calling area is Surrey BC, and you're in Montreal QC - calls to your cell, from anywhere, use the 100LD, calls to Montreal are local, calls to anywhere else in Canada (including, in this example, Surrey) will use the 100LD.
Thank you for the detailed information! I would have thought that Rogers would charge for calls to a 604 number while the phone is somewhere else.
Now to check for network coverage. :)

Thanks again for the information!

[HamsterGirl35]

mrken,
my past experience is that they WON'T ship to another address other than your cell Billing address. Maybe they've changed since.
That's about 1 year ago.

Thank you for the information. Do you think they will charge me for not picking up the package? I would have made arrangements if the sender on the delivery slip said Rogers. Can Rogers ship to a work address that is not registered under the account?
Thanks again for the information!

[st7860]

with the new hardware upgrade program, you could upgrade every day if you wanted to. You simply pay what your level is(most people are at a level of "new customer phone price + $50 fee + $35 activation fee".

[littlemonkey]

First off thank you for this very informative post...I sat on the phone with Rogers today from about 5:00 until 6:30 trying to hash out a better plan than the plan I already had. (That plan was pretty good too). I have been with Rogers since 1995 for wireless so expected a good deal from their Customer relations department when I threatened to leave them.

The first guy I dealt with was horrible from Customer service and was willing to let me go by cancelling my account and not allowing me to talk to Customer relations.

I called back to Customer service with the threat to leave them and they put me through to Customer relations and below is the wicked deal that I got.

250 daytime minutes
unlimited evenings (6 p.m.)
unlimited weekends
1000 rogers to rogers minutes
100 LD minutes long distance within Canada only
3 months unlimited local calling
caller id
basic voicemail (you can only save 10 msgs vs 35 msgs)

Plan is $25 a month plus $4 for vm and $5 for rogers to rogers with a $10 discount so the plan is esentially $24 a month.
$6.95 system access
0.50 emergency

Also I get another 15% discount on the $25 a month for having better choice bundles ($3.60)

3 year plan

Free (yes free) Motorla Razr in cool blue with a bluetooth headset and a leather case. I have to pay $35 shippping and handling though. :)

Overall a great plan and amazing deal on the free hardware upgrade, and I am tied to Rogers until May 2009, but I'm okay with!!!

[bubble.tea]

spank the monkey...well done on the renegotiation..and the smarts not to cancel when the first CSR was lame and refused to forward to CR. lol...where do they get off.


What I want to know is if you have 200min daytime...and you have 1000 R2R...does it double count? I'm hoping not...but as we all know the 1000LD for $5 DOES double count on your daytime mins...so I'm just checking.

and is the 1000R2R local? or national?

[molexir]

We all know how Rogers operates any chance to double dip and they are on it.

Bastards! Oops did I type that?!

[bubble.tea]

We all know how Rogers operates any chance to double dip and they are on it.

Bastards! Oops did I type that?!
haha 89 posts!!!!!

[littlemonkey]

spank the monkey...well done on the renegotiation..and the smarts not to cancel when the first CSR was lame and refused to forward to CR. lol...where do they get off.


What I want to know is if you have 200min daytime...and you have 1000 R2R...does it double count? I'm hoping not...but as we all know the 1000LD for $5 DOES double count on your daytime mins...so I'm just checking.

and is the 1000R2R local? or national?

It's 250 daytime minutes but the 1000 RtoR does not count..so I can talk to a rogers phone during the day for upto 1000 minutes without touching my 250 daytime minues. The 100 LD on the other hand does count towards my 250 minutes. So if I called B.C. before 6:00 p.m. I have to use both my LD minutes and my daytime minutes.

I am actually not sure if the 1000 R2R is local or national...I will find out and post..but good question. Edited: Okay the 1000 R2R is for local only. If I called someone with a Rogers phone in B.C. during the day, my 1000 R2R would get used and so would my 100 LD and after the 100 minutes it would be 0.25 per minute.

[giatch]

I was reading through some of the posts...and i understand that some of you have the following plan:

$45 a month
1500 anytime
unlimited nights and weekends
Free voicemail
Free caller ID

....
My bills have been going through the roof...Right now, my plan is 700 min/unlimit. nights and weekends, for $45 month........my entire family is using rogers for their cell phones...cable, high speed inet, etc...and reps are rogers wont budge...they're claiming that plan doesnt exist anymore and nobody can get that for me?

Is their anyway to get this plan?

[st7860]

no, but if you do a hardware upgrade then you can ask for the 3 months unlimited local calls/messages each time.

[shadowfighta]

My bills have been going through the roof...Right now, my plan is 700 min/unlimit. nights and weekends, for $45 month........my entire family is using rogers for their cell phones...cable, high speed inet, etc...and reps are rogers wont budge...they're claiming that plan doesnt exist anymore and nobody can get that for me?

Is their anyway to get this plan?

I don't think it exists anymore, like they said. Your only hope is to take over someone's account who still has that plan.

[rvs007]

mrken,
my past experience is that they WON'T ship to another address other than your cell Billing address. Maybe they've changed since.
That's about 1 year ago.

Yes, I can confirm that too. I did a HUP a month ago and asked them to ship the new phone to my work address (since no one is home all day), but they said they cannot do it. Has to be shipped to the billing address.

[rvs007]

Does anyone know how long does it take for HUPs to show up on the invoice? I did a HUP last month (the free RAZR) and even though it was suppose to be free, I thought the HUP would be applied to the bill and then a credit in the same amount is also applied.

I received my April bill yesterday and I was surprised nothing showed up. Are they behind in billing for HUP?

[HowEver]

Yes, I can confirm that too. I did a HUP a month ago and asked them to ship the new phone to my work address (since no one is home all day), but they said they cannot do it. Has to be shipped to the billing address.

So change your billing address to your work address.

Phone arrives.

Change it back.

(With online billing no paper bills arrive at work or home anyways...)

[Haz]

Does anyone know how long does it take for HUPs to show up on the invoice? I did a HUP last month (the free RAZR) and even though it was suppose to be free, I thought the HUP would be applied to the bill and then a credit in the same amount is also applied.

I received my April bill yesterday and I was surprised nothing showed up. Are they behind in billing for HUP?I got a friend who did a HUP 2.5 years ago and they never charged her! Maybe they'll forget about charging you too! :lol:

[martianmarvin]

What's a HUP?

[dande]

What's a HUP?

I guess it's hardware upgrade pricing.

[rvs007]

What's a HUP?

Hardware Upgrade Program

[littlemonkey]

First off thank you for this very informative post...I sat on the phone with Rogers today from about 5:00 until 6:30 trying to hash out a better plan than the plan I already had. (That plan was pretty good too). I have been with Rogers since 1995 for wireless so expected a good deal from their Customer relations department when I threatened to leave them.

The first guy I dealt with was horrible from Customer service and was willing to let me go by cancelling my account and not allowing me to talk to Customer relations.

I called back to Customer service with the threat to leave them and they put me through to Customer relations and below is the wicked deal that I got.

250 daytime minutes
unlimited evenings (6 p.m.)
unlimited weekends
1000 rogers to rogers minutes
100 LD minutes long distance within Canada only
3 months unlimited local calling
caller id
basic voicemail (you can only save 10 msgs vs 35 msgs)

Plan is $25 a month plus $4 for vm and $5 for rogers to rogers with a $10 discount so the plan is esentially $24 a month.
$6.95 system access
0.50 emergency

Also I get another 15% discount on the $25 a month for having better choice bundles ($3.60)

3 year plan

Free (yes free) Motorla Razr in cool blue with a bluetooth headset and a leather case. I have to pay $35 shippping and handling though. :)

Overall a great plan and amazing deal on the free hardware upgrade, and I am tied to Rogers until May 2009, but I'm okay with!!!

Had to call Rogers back today to fix something with my cable bill so I went to the consolidated CR. Fixed my cable billing problem and she added that since I was on a corporate plan, that I would get 25 bonus daytime minutes for the life of the contract. Now to find a way to get the admin fee waived... :razz:

[bubble.tea]

What's a HUP?
OMG....that's gotta be one of the greatest posts-THIS long into a thread teehee.

[rfdrfd]

OMG....that's gotta be one of the greatest posts-THIS long into a thread teehee.


Bravo bravo !!

[bubble.tea]

hehe...something like that is liable to get your ass banned permanently if it was on howardforums....good thing we're a LOT more patient with noobs like this hehe.

[BaRTiMuS]

Ok after using the 3web price match deal with rogers found on dslreports.com and later documented on this forum. I managed to get $10 off of my High Speed Extreme Internet Bill...

I also managed to get a good wireless deal from rogers using this thread...

250min/Eve+Weekends from 6pm/Free Call Display + Voicemail ($25.00)

I just received my Rogers Bill and I wanted to give you guys a rundown of what it all comes out to be:

Internet, after $10 rebate - 15% Bundle Discount + GST = $30.80 ($42.71 before) This, after tax is cheaper than 3webs deal with taxes.

Cell Phone, After all discounts and freebie's - 15% bundle discount + GST + PST = $34.40 ($46.81 before). I got this deal on two cell phone lines.

Savings: $11.91 (Internet) + $12.41 (Cell #1) + $12.41 (Cell #2) = $36.73




Heres another sweet part.. when I renewed my wireless contracts to get good monthly plan, I also asked for two RAZR phones a silver and a black. They kindly sent them to me at the 3-year term price ($99.00) They also sent me two bluetooth headsets for free and waived the $32 Admin fee as well.

The bill comes in and I was only charged for the silver one.. I was never charged for the black one.. i already sold the black one on howard forums for $150 and the bluetooth headset for $50 to a buddy. So taking that $200 i made, putting it into the extra $99.00 on the bill, I made out with an extra $100 a Silver RAZR a bluetooth headset and over $35 in monthly savings!

Thanks ROGERS, Thanks RFD, Thanks DSLReports, Thanks HoFo! :)

[bubble.tea]

^ wow...well done!

[Tosh]

haha soo i just got my bill for the month $170 ................... from $41 last month DANG
i forgot my 6 months free unlimited ran out and they dont tell you that suckss >:( no drinking this weekned just paying phone bills :mad:

[videonerd]

haha soo i just got my bill for the month $170 ................... from $41 last month DANG
i forgot my 6 months free unlimited ran out and they dont tell you that suckss >:( no drinking this weekned just paying phone bills :mad:

Mowhaaha.. the plan worked.... and he can't do anything about it. sucker. <>

Well, I guess that's the point of the freebie, get you addicted to it and you'll end up either doing what you just did, or upgrading the plan.

[bubble.tea]

.....
i forgot my 6 months free unlimited ran out and they dont tell you that......:

Yahoo., mail reminders is your friend ;)

[molexir]

haha soo i just got my bill for the month $170 ................... from $41 last month DANG
i forgot my 6 months free unlimited ran out and they dont tell you that suckss >:( no drinking this weekned just paying phone bills :mad:

Now that's funny!

I wrote the end date for my 6 mos unlimited, then set the alarm on my cell.

I wasn't gonna let them make a penny via me forgetting - NOO WAAAY!

I wonder how much money Rogers has made with this happening - I'm sure they have a few people tracking this "additional" revenue.

At least we know who's gonna be the designated driver this long weekend :lol: .

[tjuzer]

Is the Audiovox 5600 come unlock since not regular phone :?:

[Pughball]

Okay, here's the latest deal I got.

275 anytime minutes
Unlimited evenings and weekend starting at 6 p.m.
Voice Mail and Caller ID as well as some text massging(not sure which)
1000 long distance minutes within Canada, yes 1000 not 100
Auto Roadside Assistance(5 bucks)

Plus new Sony W600i phones for 100 bucks, not admin fees and such.

35/month.

I thought it was pretty good, the long distance sealed the deal. Even if you don't like it, I'm pretty damn happy, lol.

[joongpark]

Hello.

It came unlocked but it's very easy to unlock...If you search "unlock SMT5600" on google, instruction all over the net.

[tjuzer]

Hello.

It came unlocked but it's very easy to unlock...If you search "unlock SMT5600" on google, instruction all over the net.

If it come unlock then I don't have to unlock then since I got from Rogers :)

[eJay]

guys, which retention number did you call? I'm going to give it a try.
Thanks a lot. :lol:

[ItemFinder]

Anybody with a HUP wanting to make a quick buck, message me for details.

[mrken]

guys, which retention number did you call? I'm going to give it a try.
Thanks a lot. :lol:
From the first post:
Anyhow if you're a rogers customer, call Rogers Customer Relations (1-888-936-7283)

Rogers is going to reship my phone. But they said that they would only ship to the billing address (because they use a third-party to provide the distribution service -- Resolve).

I inquired about the 1000-long distance minutes, and the CSR said that it would be an additional $5 per month (from 100-LD minutes).

By the way, where can I get the $50 mail-in-rebate form for the HUP phone? The CSR did not mention the rebate, so I thought I may be able to mail in the form myself and receive and extra $50. Unfortunately, I cannot seem to find the form on Rogers' website... Or I must not have been looking hard enough.

P.S. ItemFinder, I did buy the SMT5600, but I am planning to keep it... unless circumstances change... I will probably need to use it until the end of May...

[akz]

From the first post:
I inquired about the 1000-long distance minutes, and the CSR said that it would be an additional $5 per month (from 100-LD minutes).


I just got my 100CDN LD changed to 1000CDN LD for free the best bang for the buck heh plan still hasnt moved from the $20/month slot even after adding so much stuff to it :) yay rogers ^_^

[ItemFinder]

P.S. ItemFinder, I did buy the SMT5600, but I am planning to keep it... unless circumstances change... I will probably need to use it until the end of May...
The awesome of the new HUP program is you can upgrade anytime you want. You just end up paying a little bit more for the early renewal. You'll have to extend your contract by a minimum of one month.

[mrken]

I just got my 100CDN LD changed to 1000CDN LD for free the best bang for the buck heh plan still hasnt moved from the $20/month slot even after adding so much stuff to it :) yay rogers ^_^
Nooo! I may actually need those LD minutes because I will be in Saguenay next month! (Does Rogers even have coverage there? I do not know where it is. :)) The CSR that I talked to said that she would add a note to my account "so that I can get the 'deal' in case I decide too" after I kindly refused the $5 offer. :(

The awesome of the new HUP program is you can upgrade anytime you want. You just end up paying a little bit more for the early renewal. You'll have to extend your contract by a minimum of one month.
The problem is that the Rogers website says that I have a HUP in progress. :D

[kenut]

Actually each phone number can HUP once every four months. Notice I didn't say each ACCOUNT...It's per phone number.

[Minus_83]

damn, you guys are like cell service ninjas or something, i am VERY impressed.


im gonna give rogers a call later, i want one of those motorola razr phones, like, worse than anything, and a bluetooth headset.


ive been with them for about 3-4 years now, how much sway will that buy me?

best case scenario i pay nothing for a new razr phone (except activation fee ;) , worst case scenario...i dont know, they call me names and i cry a little.

im gonna go call.

[st7860]

the Rogers Retentions/HUP phone number is 1-888-936-7283

[Pughball]

I would personally vote agtainst the Razr phone. It's RF quality is marginal at best and I don't find the sound reproduction overly spectacular. Plus, it's not that small, it's just thin. I guess if you want to look cool, get it, but there are definitely WAY better phones being offered by Rogers right now. Take a look at the SE W600i.

[st7860]

WARNING:

the guys at www.comparecellular.com say the new Rogers Hardware Upgrade Program will have increased prices starting April 20.

In plain english, the tiers are based on spending. Most people will be at Tier 1. Until Apr 20, you can upgrade and you will receive the 'new customer price' + a $85 fee. if you upgrade after apr 20, you will pay an EXTRA fee of $50.

2. when you do the Hardware upgrade, you must renew for 2 or 3 years. You also have the right to get unlimited local calls and text messages for 3 months.


Teir 1 - OLD: Act Price + $35 + $50
NOW: Act Price + $35 +100

Teir 2 - OLD: Act Price + $35 + $25
NOW: Act Price +35 + $50

Teir 3 - OLD: Act Price + NO ADMIN FEE
NEW: NO CHANGE

Teir 4 - OLD: Act Price + NO ADMIN FEE + $25 Discount
NOW: Act Price + NO ADMIN FEE + $15 Discount

Teir 5 - OLD: Act Price + NO ADMIN FEE + $50 Discount
NOW: Act Price + NO ADMIN FEE + $25 Discount

Teir 6 - OLD: Act Price + NO ADMIN FEE + $100 Discount
NOW: Act Price + NO ADMIN FEE + $50 Discount

[Kwirky]

I would personally vote agtainst the Razr phone. It's RF quality is marginal at best and I don't find the sound reproduction overly spectacular. Plus, it's not that small, it's just thin. I guess if you want to look cool, get it, but there are definitely WAY better phones being offered by Rogers right now. Take a look at the SE W600i.

Agreed. I regret buying mine now - the menus are so annoying (not logically laid out), you can't disable the friggin' buttons on the side that forever go 'beep' in your pocket, the reception is marginal, and error correction is crap (ie when you have 1 bar on a Nokia, the call still sounds fine, but you have 1 bar on this thing and the call is stuttery). Outgoing audio is 'thin,' the camera quality is poor, even amongst VGA cameraphones, battery usually lasts me 2 days at most. :evil:

[ItemFinder]

Agreed. I regret buying mine now - the menus are so annoying (not logically laid out), you can't disable the friggin' buttons on the side that forever go 'beep' in your pocket, the reception is marginal, and error correction is crap (ie when you have 1 bar on a Nokia, the call still sounds fine, but you have 1 bar on this thing and the call is stuttery). Outgoing audio is 'thin,' the camera quality is poor, even amongst VGA cameraphones, battery usually lasts me 2 days at most. :evil:
All Motorolas suffer from low audio. You'll have to seem edit the phone to turn up the speaker. The Razr is an old phone, which is why Rogers is introducing the V3i among others.

[bubble.tea]

I just got my 100CDN LD changed to 1000CDN LD for free the best bang for the buck heh plan still hasnt moved from the $20/month slot even after adding so much stuff to it :) yay rogers ^_^
My intention is not to interrogate you here., but You've seemingly had a great stroke of luck with retentions., and so I just want everyone to know any reason for it...or if it's purely luck.

I would like to know the following:

How old is your plan? When did you call retentions first to change your plan?

What did you say to get them to change your 100 to free 1000? I am interested to know if you actually went over your 100LD to begin with., and were paying overages for a few months using that as a bargaining tool...or if you never even used the 100mins., and were so lucky to get a stupid rep who didn't even bother to review your acct, and "throw you" an extra $5, to your plan?

Do you do any overages. also?

if you'd rather not disclose., feel free to pm instead.

[llcooljayce]

Okay fellas, here's what I just got:

8 year customer with Rogers
Perfect Credit History

200 Anytime Minutes
Free Evenings and Weekends Starting at 6:00pm
Free Caller ID
Free Basic Voicemail
SMT 5600 No Admin Fee
$7 Navigate Plan

All for $39.45 + GST (Includes SAF and 911)

What do you think?

[bubble.tea]

^ I'm not impressed. It's actually QUITE subpar.

FYI., not sure how this plays out...but apparently for Ottawa and Quebec as per a thread by RO in hofo...there is a special going on now that makes ALL GBM plans get a bonus 200mins!!!!!!!!!!

This is not an "add-on". You change your plan TO those plans. Right now I only now about 20% about this development.

Cheers!

Ex: $40 350 plan becomes $40 550 plan!!!! WOW. If one of you repeat callers can get in on that and post back...that would be nice.

[st7860]

^ I'm not impressed. It's actually QUITE subpar.

FYI., not sure how this plays out...but apparently for Ottawa and Quebec as per a thread by RO in hofo...there is a special going on now that makes ALL GBM plans get a bonus 200mins!!!!!!!!!!

This is not an "add-on". You change your plan TO those plans. Right now I only now about 20% about this development.

Cheers!

Ex: $40 350 plan becomes $40 550 plan!!!! WOW. If one of you repeat callers can get in on that and post back...that would be nice.

$40 550 is 'good' but not that good. a guy on www.geckobeach.com was able to get $45 for 700 + unlimited E/W as an existing customer.

[bubble.tea]

$40 550 is 'good' but not that good. a guy on www.geckobeach.com was able to get $45 for 700 + unlimited E/W as an existing customer.
not sure about you...but last I checked almost everyone who posted back HAD the option on their online accounts to choose the $45 /700min plan...

The point here is to piggy back this bonus 200min issue on the retention plans.

So instead of every tom DICKNharry gettin' 250mins blah blah for $20., gettin' the bonus thrown in ;)

[Pavel]

Let's not forget one very important fact about the HUP and the deals that are to be had. Rogers has set limits on what they can offer you depending on which province you're in. So, someone in BC may not be able to get the same plan as somebody in Alberta, Sasketchan or Ontario.

[weedb0y]

not sure about you...but last I checked almost everyone who posted back HAD the option on their online accounts to choose the $45 /700min plan...

The point here is to piggy back this bonus 200min issue on the retention plans.

So instead of every tom DICKNharry gettin' 250mins blah blah for $20., gettin' the bonus thrown in ;)

Elaborate on bonus mins? As in more than 700?

[joongpark]

Does anyone know when Rogers will be getting new phones ?
It might be better to wait for the new phones before getting the HUB.

I am hoping they will have new RAZR V3i (with itunes + Mini SD card slot +1.x MP Camera)

Anyways...if anyone knows, please let us know.

Thanks.

[daitienshi]

Called Rogers last night and the CSR was in a pissy mood so she did nothing to come close to any of the deals listed here.

I just called again this morning and here's the deal I got for my wife and I:
250 daytime
unlimited weekends/evenings @ 8pm
caller ID
call forwarding
conference calling
100 Canadian LD
basic voice mail
3 months unlimited local calling
$25/month
was offered a nokia 6101 for $24.99 with $20 MIR but took a v551 for $35 (couldn't negotiate that)

I'm happy since the stupid scam-ily plan sucks ass, charging $20 per phone on top of the minutes (which suck anyways) and network fees per phone.

[Shoryuken]

Does anyone know when Rogers will be getting new phones ?
It might be better to wait for the new phones before getting the HUB.

I am hoping they will have new RAZR V3i (with itunes + Mini SD card slot +1.x MP Camera)

Anyways...if anyone knows, please let us know.

Thanks.
april 24th for the v3i and l6 l7 slvrs

[st7860]

Does anyone know when Rogers will be getting new phones ?
It might be better to wait for the new phones before getting the HUB.

I am hoping they will have new RAZR V3i (with itunes + Mini SD card slot +1.x MP Camera)

Anyways...if anyone knows, please let us know.

Thanks.

from comparecellular.com says apr 24

V361*...........99.99
L6 SLVR........79.99
L7 SLVR........199.99
V3i RAZR.......279.99

[bubble.tea]

Elaborate on bonus mins? As in more than 700?
in my original post., I mention for Ontario & Quebec +200mins on plans.

[joongpark]

Hello.
Thanks for the Info. on new phones.

Can you link me to the page where you found the information? I can's seem to find it.

I want to find out if that price is for no contact or for 3 yr. contact.

Thanks.

[llcooljayce]

Okay fellas, here's what I just got:

8 year customer with Rogers
Perfect Credit History

200 Anytime Minutes
Free Evenings and Weekends Starting at 6:00pm
Free Caller ID
Free Basic Voicemail
SMT 5600 No Admin Fee
$7 Navigate Plan

All for $39.45 + GST (Includes SAF and 911)

What do you think?

Forgot the 100 minutes of LD and its a 2 year contract. Right now I am paying a bit more ... like 2-3$ more

[joongpark]

Originally Posted by joongpark
Does anyone know when Rogers will be getting new phones ?
It might be better to wait for the new phones before getting the HUB.

I am hoping they will have new RAZR V3i (with itunes + Mini SD card slot +1.x MP Camera)

Anyways...if anyone knows, please let us know.

Thanks.

----------------------------------------------------------------------

from comparecellular.com says apr 24

V361*...........99.99
L6 SLVR........79.99
L7 SLVR........199.99
V3i RAZR.......279.99


Hello.
Thanks for the Info. on new phones.

Can you link me to the page where you found the information? I can's seem to find it.

I want to find out if that price is for no contact or for 3 yr. contact.

Thanks.

[Shearer]

I would assume it's 3yrs

[joongpark]

Telus has V3c for $99...V3i RAZR for $279.99 with 3 Yr. contact is bit too much. Don't you think so?

[New User]

Anybody can help me get a new activation with the following features?
250min or 200min plus some free rogers to rogers minutes?
callerid and basic voice message
that is all i am looking for
all for $20cad?

[HowEver]

What do you mean by help?

Just call in and get it, or politely decline and call in again. Repeat if necessary.


Anybody can help me get a new activation with the following features?
250min or 200min plus some free rogers to rogers minutes?
callerid and basic voice message
that is all i am looking for
all for $20cad?

[st7860]

Telus has V3c for $99...V3i RAZR for $279.99 with 3 Yr. contact is bit too much. Don't you think so?

well if you can't wait, here's a V3i for $369, no contract.

http://www.cellworldco.com/v3i.html

[reqle55]

Anybody can help me get a new activation with the following features?
250min or 200min plus some free rogers to rogers minutes?
callerid and basic voice message
that is all i am looking for
all for $20cad?


its already pretty hard for most existing roger users to get this plan...

[coldpower27]

Hey Do you guys know of any retention plans that cover a plans with 2 people on it???

Becuase right now I am paying Dual Wireless Bundle + SAF + 911 etc...

It would be nice If I could at least get voicemail+Caller ID free....

[reqle55]

woot....just successfully got unlimited R2R, didn't really ask for it. they offered it cuz they screwed up my account and charged me $200 but was credited.

so for $25+saf+tx on a 3yr contract....
1. 250min
2. unlim. e/we after 6
3. cid
4. vm
5. 100 ld
6. R2R
7. 6month unlim. calling, text, picture msging, net browsing
8. w600i for $79
* now just need unlim. incoming....and i'll agree to 10yr contract lol

thanx guys, rfd rocks!

[bubble.tea]

woot....just successfully got unlimited R2R, didn't really ask for it. they offered it cuz they screwed up my account and charged me $200 but was credited.

so for $25+saf+tx on a 3yr contract....
1. 250min
2. unlim. e/we after 6
3. cid
4. vm
5. 100 ld
6. R2R
7. 6month unlim. calling, text, picture msging, net browsing
8. w600i for $79
* now just need unlim. incoming....and i'll agree to 10yr contract lol

thanx guys, rfd rocks!
Yup!

[taishan]

hi everyone, here is what i got

$25
200 weekday minutes
Unlimited Evening and Weekends starts at 6pm - 8am
Free Caller ID
(plus saf+911?)+tax

$29 and change.

first i called to get the all-in-one plan which is $50 with
500 weekday minutes
Unlimited Evening and Weekends starts at 6pm - 8am
Free Caller ID
(saf+911) included+tax
$50+

then i thought the $25 one has more value and both csr s were so nice. no questions asked and since i renewed and did hup six months ago, no further renewal is required after six months unlimited local calling.

Nice and thanks to op. by the way, customer service reps cannot give you any retension plans like the two above. good luck to everyone who's trying to get a good deal on the plans. :D

[taishan]

1) Call 1-888-936-7283
2) Be super nice.
3) If you don't get what you are looking for, call back to a maximum of 3 times.
4) Report back here

Thanks for posting and i followed the above and It worked! :D

[tbagg]

Hi Guys -

I am wondering if anyone can let me know the best 'Long Distance within Ontario' cell phone deal.

Most of my friends/family are about an hour drive away - therefore long distance. ie. 80% of the time I am on the phone its long distance. The other 20% is local. I make most of my calls night time and weekends.

So far the best deal I have found is the Roger's Canada One business rate.
250 Daytime minutes ($40) + 500 evenings/weekend minutes (+$25). (all minutes can be used for local or long distance). It sounds reasonable but actually works out to $90/month after tax (which includes access fee, the plan, and an answering service). of couse i'd have the 1yr contract and I'd have to buy a phone too.

Can I do better or is this as good as it gets?

[mrken]

Hi Guys -

I am wondering if anyone can let me know the best 'Long Distance within Ontario' cell phone deal.

Most of my friends/family are about an hour drive away - therefore long distance. ie. 80% of the time I am on the phone its long distance. The other 20% is local. I make most of my calls night time and weekends.

So far the best deal I have found is the Roger's Canada One business rate.
250 Daytime minutes ($40) + 500 evenings/weekend minutes (+$25). (all minutes can be used for local or long distance). It sounds reasonable but actually works out to $90/month after tax (which includes access fee, the plan, and an answering service). of couse i'd have the 1yr contract and I'd have to buy a phone too.

Can I do better or is this as good as it gets?
Can you not get a $20 250-minute retention plan with a $5 1000-minute long distance add-on? Because you spend so much per month, I am sure that Rogers can give you the 1000 minutes of long distance for free after some negotiation. You just need to decide how many daytime minutes you will need.

[tbagg]

I don't actually spend that much per month. I have never owned a cell phone and I was just looking into the cost. I am moving to a new place so my phone situation may change. Right now I have a landline to myself with unlimited local/LD for just over $50 after tax. The new place I will be sharing a landline with 2 other roommates and I am interested to know how much it would cost to avoid that. (Of course - a true RFD user would just use the shared land line - which I may do...)

I didn't see any ways to add 1000 LD minutes for $5


Can you not get a $20 250-minute retention plan with a $5 1000-minute long distance add-on? Because you spend so much per month, I am sure that Rogers can give you the 1000 minutes of long distance for free after some negotiation. You just need to decide how many daytime minutes you will need.

[akz]

hrmmm its not luck :P Its good negotiating or lying skills ahha :P
to answer your questions:
my plan is almost 5 years now? (had it since I was 16)
first time I called retentions was I cant remember but Ive been calling retentions before this thread here was started heh (been on the $20/250 mins ever since)

like I said before in my previous post in reguards to starting the thread over (look back a few pages) the key all I can say is to not be greedy and have patience..

no I never have overages for anythign and I do use my long distance and ever since ive been on a retentions plan Ive also always had unlimited local calling and text lol cause I always seem to renew it just intime and im able to trick a rep to giving it to me heh.

heres the history of my plan so you can get a lil review of what im talking about.

(initial)
250 Daytime Minutes
Unlimited Evenings & Wkends @ 8pm
Free Call Display
Unlimited Local Call/SMS For 1yr6mo --TOTAL: $20/month
(change - 1 year later)
Early Nights @ 6pm $5 credit -- TOTAL: $20/month
(change - 3 months later)
100 Canadian LD minutes -- TOTAL: $20/month
(change - 1 month later)
Unlimited R2R Minutes $10 credit -- TOTAL: $20/month
(change - 2 month later)
Added Unlimited Local Calling/SMS For Another 6 months
-- TOTAL: $20/month
(change - 1 month later)
Added 1000 CDN LD Minutes - $5 credit --TOTAL $20/month.


Final Plan:
$20/month
250 Daytime Minutes
Unlimited Evenings/Wkends @ 6pm
Free Calldisplay
1000 Anytime CDN LD Minutes
Unlimited R2R

so as you see you can see my strat just try your luck :)


My intention is not to interrogate you here., but You've seemingly had a great stroke of luck with retentions., and so I just want everyone to know any reason for it...or if it's purely luck.

I would like to know the following:

How old is your plan? When did you call retentions first to change your plan?

What did you say to get them to change your 100 to free 1000? I am interested to know if you actually went over your 100LD to begin with., and were paying overages for a few months using that as a bargaining tool...or if you never even used the 100mins., and were so lucky to get a stupid rep who didn't even bother to review your acct, and "throw you" an extra $5, to your plan?

Do you do any overages. also?

if you'd rather not disclose., feel free to pm instead.

[BookWyrm]

What's the best plan out there for someone who very VERY rarely uses their phone? At the moment my bf and I are on Rogers with the family plan so I can call him for free, but he's the only person I call, so it seems expensive at an extra $20 a month for me to have a phone. Any suggestions? We are on a contract...=0(

[akz]

What's the best plan out there for someone who very VERY rarely uses their phone? At the moment my bf and I are on Rogers with the family plan so I can call him for free, but he's the only person I call, so it seems expensive at an extra $20 a month for me to have a phone. Any suggestions? We are on a contract...=0(

yeah if your gonna be paying $20 for anothre line might as well wait 6 months then call rogers retentions and get the $20/250 8pm start time plan it will be enough for you based on your useage.

[midnitebikes]

Just to give everyone an indication of where corporate plans are at:
I just took over my friends plan:

23/month + SAF + 911
200 daytime
Unlim eve/wknd @ 6
VM
CallId
Per second billing (yes)
Unlim. incoming txt (i thought this was already free?)
Same contract length as before (6 more months?)

Calling today to get a HUP (what phone should I get?)

i just got the same plan! w00t :D

[taishan]

Really? Crap.... not really a bit deal to me since I don't use my phone during the day when I'm at work...

But maybe I'll take a look into that ;)

I got 200 mins. So have you called to get 250 mins and have you been able to get it? Not a big deal to me either since not using the cell phone during the day time that much. But would be nice to have though.

[bubble.tea]

akz....Thanks for indulging my curiosity.

Nice plan!

[New User]

is there a plan for new activation that has 250min for $20 with callerid and voice mail?

[jeremy_harq]

no

[st7860]

is there a plan for new activation that has 250min for $20 with callerid and voice mail?

ONLY if you work for a big company such as Mcdonalds, Canada Post, etc.

[gravespinner]

What's the best plan out there for someone who very VERY rarely uses their phone? At the moment my bf and I are on Rogers with the family plan so I can call him for free, but he's the only person I call, so it seems expensive at an extra $20 a month for me to have a phone. Any suggestions? We are on a contract...=0(

Long story short, after going through all the others I found a bare bones deal in my Sears bill for 100 min for 17.95/mo. No 911, activation or anything else except taxes. So it comes to 20.46/mo. But there is no caller id, voicemail, text messaging or anything else. Come out cheaper than pay-as-you-go and you get a nokia or similar for a 1 year contract.

[DH2000]

Does anyone know how much it is the migration fee when switching from a regular plan to pay-as-you-go plan (in keeping the phone number)? I've just finished 3 years contract with Rogers Wireless.
The Rogers Wireless rep. retension told me $25 on the phone but I got charge $50 when received the bill. The Rogers Wireless customer service rep. said he cannot fix it.

Thanks

[AdidasROXX]

I always wonder..for offers like this or telus or whoever ...how do you start the conversation with the rep? do you threaten to leave? or ask straight out? or???

[Siefer999]

I always wonder..for offers like this or telus or whoever ...how do you start the conversation with the rep? do you threaten to leave? or ask straight out? or???
ask "how many months do i have left on my contract?" and they will get the hint and transfer you.

or with some reps you can just go out and ask

[akz]

akz....Thanks for indulging my curiosity.

Nice plan!

yo man nps :) the hint is there already if u need ne more tips just let me know. Im still missing something from my plan that im still trying to weasel lol I used to have +25 extra anytime minutes im trying to get added back on or try to weasel per second billing..

for those who got on that $23 plan how did u get the persecond billing what did you say? thx

[longd]

Does anyone know how much it is the migration fee when switching from a regular plan to pay-as-you-go plan (in keeping the phone number)? I've just finished 3 years contract with Rogers Wireless.
The Rogers Wireless rep. retension told me $25 on the phone but I got charge $50 when received the bill. The Rogers Wireless customer service rep. said he cannot fix it.

Thanks


this is $50 migration fee, no one can credit for you.

[Cyber0066]

Woo, got a good plan right before they increased their HUP prices

$25
250 Weekday
100 Long D
Unlimited evenings/weekends from 8
Caller ID
VM
Txt messaging

First month free
6 months unlimited talk

Also got a Sony Ericsson W600i for $79, admin fee waived. :lol:

[mrken]

this is $50 migration fee, no one can credit for you.
I am sure the CSR would have to keep his/her words. If he/she promised $25, it is $25.

DH2000, I suggest that you ask to speak to a supervisor or somebody higher up. $25 is nothing to Rogers anyways in exchange for a loyal customer.

P.S. Just had my second UPS delivery attempt today while I was not home. UPS refused to deliver to a business address, citing that Rogers specifically prohibits them from doing so...

[akz]

I am sure the CSR would have to keep his/her words. If he/she promised $25, it is $25.

DH2000, I suggest that you ask to speak to a supervisor or somebody higher up. $25 is nothing to Rogers anyways in exchange for a loyal customer.

P.S. Just had my second UPS delivery attempt today while I was not home. UPS refused to deliver to a business address, citing that Rogers specifically prohibits them from doing so...

I agree with mrken just tell them that you were lied to usually CSR's are very nice however if you get an ass ask for their employee number then ask to speak to their supervisor/manager. (if they tell you that their manager is not available and he will call you back in 72 hours .. dont listen to that bs and just hang up and call again and ask for a manager) Stand firm you were promised 25 and you were charged 50 they do value a customer over 25 bucks :)

[roguechameleon]

Woo, got a good plan right before they increased their HUP prices

$25
250 Weekday
100 Long D
Unlimited evenings/weekends from 8
Caller ID
VM
Txt messaging

First month free
6 months unlimited talk

Also got a Sony Ericsson W600i for $79, admin fee waived. :lol:

This looks like a good plan... how did you get it?

[joongpark]

I received my Razr last week but my free bluetooth headset came today because it was out of stock.

However, they sent Motorola H500 instead of Plantronics Explorer 320 as promised...actually, invoice that came with the headset says Plantronics Explorer.

Which is better? Should I return it and get the Explorer?

Price wise Plantronics Explorer is $104 USD and H500 is $89.95CAD....I think I should get the Plantronics or get the difference back.

I am very disapointed because even the RAZR that is supposed to be new hadd text messages from previous owner who returned it....this is not working out well for me.

Let me know what you think...thanks.

[myapple]

I received my Razr last week but my free bluetooth headset came today because it was out of stock.

However, they sent Motorola H500 instead of Plantronics Explorer 320 as promised...actually, invoice that came with the headset says Plantronics Explorer.

Which is better? Should I return it and get the Explorer?

Price wise Plantronics Explorer is $104 USD and H500 is $89.95CAD....I think I should get the Plantronics or get the difference back.

I am very disapointed because even the RAZR that is supposed to be new hadd text messages from previous owner who returned it....this is not working out well for me.

Let me know what you think...thanks.
It's free...just use it. And one week is nothing. I got my razr about a month a ago and i'm STILL waiting for my free bluetooth.

[joongpark]

It's free...just use it. And one week is nothing. I got my razr about a month a ago and i'm STILL waiting for my free bluetooth.

Yes Sir :cheesygri

[Ch28]

I received my Razr last week but my free bluetooth headset came today because it was out of stock.

However, they sent Motorola H500 instead of Plantronics Explorer 320 as promised...actually, invoice that came with the headset says Plantronics Explorer.

Which is better? Should I return it and get the Explorer?

Price wise Plantronics Explorer is $104 USD and H500 is $89.95CAD....I think I should get the Plantronics or get the difference back.

You even said it yourself that it's free so why would you get the difference back on something that is given to you for FREE?

[joongpark]

You even said it yourself that it's free so why would you get the difference back on something that is given to you for FREE?

I was supposed to get Plantronics for free...which is more expensive.

Even if it's free, wouldn't you want to get more expensive or better one for free ??

[Cyber0066]

This looks like a good plan... how did you get it?

Just through calling the retentions line as everyone else has posted in this thread

[david17]

QUOTE=joongpark]I received my Razr last week but my free bluetooth headset came today because it was out of stock.

However, they sent Motorola H500 instead of Plantronics Explorer 320 as promised...actually, invoice that came with the headset says Plantronics Explorer.

Which is better? Should I return it and get the Explorer?

Price wise Plantronics Explorer is $104 USD and H500 is $89.95CAD....I think I should get the Plantronics or get the difference back.

I am very disapointed because even the RAZR that is supposed to be new hadd text messages from previous owner who returned it....this is not working out well for me.

Let me know what you think...thanks.[/QUOTE]


I'm still waiting for my free accessory :( anyone received their accessroy in Vancouver?

[Shearer]

How do you guys get the free BT headset?

[bubble.tea]

Just through calling the retentions like as everyone else has posted in this thread
:D pWnd, C'mon ppl SERIOUSLY....Still with these types of q's /early morning chuckle/.

[skanji]

To people who post here:

Can you please take a look at least 10 pages back before posting a simple question? This thread is long and tedious, but very valuable in the info that 90% of people here are looking for...

[bubble.tea]

To people who post here:

Can you please take a look at least 10 pages back before posting a simple question? This thread is long and tedious, but very valuable in the info that 90% of people here are looking for...
stop trying to be wise and sounding helpful..you're just trying to force me to reply., so you can reply back and SCORE the 5000th post! :D

c'mon take it IT'S YOURS!!!!!!

HEHE...OOPS didn't realize it was 4500...I thought we were at 5000...I was wondering how we'd racked up a thousand posts so fast. Seems like only yesterday we were at 4000.

[skanji]

stop trying to be wise and sounding helpful..you're just trying to force me to reply., so you can reply back and SCORE the 5000th post! :D

c'mon take it IT'S YOURS!!!!!!

HEHE...OOPS didn't realize it was 4500...I thought we were at 5000...I was wondering how we'd racked up a thousand posts so fast. Seems like only yesterday we were at 4000.

we rack up posts by posting in this thread to questions like:
"how do you get this deal"?
"how do you get a free phone"?

[bubble.tea]

we rack up posts by posting in this thread to questions like:
"how do you get this deal"?
"how do you get a free phone"?
muhahah...and replies to posts like mine :D

okay., nuf rfd for this AM. I'm out the door., kids got doctors appointments...and I have $500 in GCs to burn somehow.

Petro-Canada (gotta fill up before price soar), CT, FS (dang those cards look beautiful.

If anyone gets those bonus 200 mins on a plan I was asking about POST BACK!

so 250min plan but with bonus 200 so becomes 450min plan for $20/$25!!!!! wowie.

[Snoopygis]

To people who post here:

Can you please take a look at least 10 pages back before posting a simple question? This thread is long and tedious, but very valuable in the info that 90% of people here are looking for...

Ya, I'm looking to change my phone plan and everyone here seems to have gotten great deals. So here's my question:

How did everyone get such great deals? Did you sell your soul? Use witchcraft? Please tell me. Thanks.

Sorry, I couldn't resist answering you post. And yes, I'm JK-ing. :lol: :D

[Pyro]

Ya, I'm looking to change my phone plan and everyone here seems to have gotten great deals. So here's my question:

How did everyone get such great deals? Did you sell your soul? Use witchcraft? Please tell me. Thanks.

Sorry, I couldn't resist answering you post. And yes, I'm JK-ing. :lol: :D
offering your first born seems to work quite well

[longd]

Ya, I'm looking to change my phone plan and everyone here seems to have gotten great deals. So here's my question:

How did everyone get such great deals? Did you sell your soul? Use witchcraft? Please tell me. Thanks.

Sorry, I couldn't resist answering you post. And yes, I'm JK-ing. :lol: :D


do you work with any big company, like: canada post, real estate, hospital?
then you can call customer service and tell them to change your plan to corporate plan, then you can get this nice plan. otherwise, you need to stay with your plan until your contract finish...

[GamerG]

I work at a cell phone store and this is the corporate plan that Rogers offers to all of it's companies that it has services. Ex. if you are a City of Toronto worker.. Ontario Hydro.. any sort of government job.. printing company.. marketing company or even electronics retailer that carry Rogers products then you're entitled to this plan. I have no idea why they started offering it to regular customers.

[longd]

I work at a cell phone store and this is the corporate plan that Rogers offers to all of it's companies that it has services. Ex. if you are a City of Toronto worker.. Ontario Hydro.. any sort of government job.. printing company.. marketing company or even electronics retailer that carry Rogers products then you're entitled to this plan. I have no idea why they started offering it to regular customers.

the plan restricted to corporate user, but some dealer or agent put them on that plan, illegal to do it, fraud issue, rogers should be look at it...

[azndra]

theys tart offering it to others because its a cheap plan and everyone is taking advantage of it. Like me I have 3 accounts under my name. I worked for mcdonalds before its been a year, and I still have that plan. All 3 accounts as well.

[plugpull]

my plan is $25 per month, 250mins, starting at 6pm unlimited. does anyone know can i unlimited calls everyday? I can pay rogers more if have to. maybe upto $45 or $50 per month. I just had my 6 months unlimited already. I use my phone alot because i'm a real estate agent.

[st7860]

just go to a rogers store and get a hardware ugprade to whatever is the cheapest $9 to $29 phone then you can ask for unlimited local calls for another 6 months.

[by-cy]

Hi,

I was wondering how did some of you get per second billing?? It's been posted a couple of times already... how did you do it? Please tell. :cheesygri Thanks in advance

[joongpark]

My brother just received his free bluetooth headset for his Razr and it's Motorola H500 instead of Plantronics again.

I think they decided to send out H500 instead of Plantronics for everyone...so you should expect yellow envelop soon.

See ya.

[akz]

Hi,

I was wondering how did some of you get per second billing?? It's been posted a couple of times already... how did you do it? Please tell. :cheesygri Thanks in advance

I want to know as well or is it some corporate plan thta you guys are on? Let us know :) Wouldnt mind getting that option added to my account hehe

[QtBeBe_Angel]

Has anyone here did an HUP after the 20th and did u really have to go by the new HUP program? Did anyone that did a HUP recently and didn't have to go by the new HUP program?

[longd]

just go to a rogers store and get a hardware ugprade to whatever is the cheapest $9 to $29 phone then you can ask for unlimited local calls for another 6 months.

no more 6 moths, 3 months only....

[longd]

Hi,

I was wondering how did some of you get per second billing?? It's been posted a couple of times already... how did you do it? Please tell. :cheesygri Thanks in advance

you have to take over the old user account, otherwise, you are no way to get it. all is by mins now...

[bubble.tea]

no more 6 moths, 3 months only....
WHAT!? That's prepostrous! :D

[BiGGiEx3]

I currently have:

200 minutes anytime
unlimited weekends/evenings
call display

for $25

I'm interested in adding a data package to this... but want a hot deal... any suggestions?

[Intricated]

WHAT!? That's prepostrous! :DYeah, just last week I called in to get my retention plan, and they said that they only had the 3 month unlimited local calling promotion.

What I had:
Petro Canada corporate plan (although I never worked for them!)
150 weekday minutes
unlimited weekends/weeknights (after 8 PM)
$20/month + $5 VM + SAF + 911 + taxes = 37.32
Was a 2-year contract that expired; stayed on it for 1-year on monthly contract = 3-years seniority.

What I got:
250 weekday minutes
unlimited weekends/weeknights (after 6 PM)
call display
100 long distance minutes
3 months unlimited local calling
$25/month + SAF + 911 + taxes = 37.32
3-year contract

Called twice, used a change to an employer that used Bell for their coporate plan as leverage. They offered the RAZR at $149.99 + the $35 admin fee, so I didn't bite. Not the greatest plan possible, but I was only Tier 1 (less than $1000 accumulated revenue).

[TheFuteballer]

Hey guys, I just got the cheapest $20 megatime plan with rogers. After my 3 months unlimited is up, do you think I can call up and get a retention plan?

I mean I called before I got the plan and tried getting a customer rep to match my bell plan and she said after your 3 months call back and someone should be able to do it for you.

What do you guys think and what should I say? I'm really scared I'm gona get stuck with this awful plan :S

[felix]

Hey guys, I just got the cheapest $20 megatime plan with rogers. After my 3 months unlimited is up, do you think I can call up and get a retention plan?

I think it was mentioned only after 6 months. But I'm wondering the same, I'm on the exact same plan and unlimited first three months :)

[ItemFinder]

I wonder if Rogers can hook anyone up with a decent data plan. I can't believe Rogers has smartphones in its lineup, yet the data rates are ridiculously expensive.

[simms]

Called twice, used a change to an employer that used Bell for their coporate plan as leverage. They offered the RAZR at $149.99 + the $35 admin fee, so I didn't bite. Not the greatest plan possible, but I was only Tier 1 (less than $1000 accumulated revenue).

Wow, can I find out what tier I'm on?

2ndly, this is going to sound stupid, but the retention is ONLY available when your contract expires right? I want my corp plan changed to include a $5 early evenings at 6pm...

[AllWheelDrift]

2ndly, this is going to sound stupid, but the retention is ONLY available when your contract expires right? I want my corp plan changed to include a $5 early evenings at 6pm...
No, it's available any time (after you've been with Rogers for a while) but you have to sign/renew a contract. I assume the new contract just has to be at least as long as what you had left in your old one.

[idesign]

hi i curretly have employee plan.i get 150day time unlimited early even/weekend.i pay $25+saf+$5 for caller id=$43.06.my 2 year plan is over.i need new phone also.i wana get etter plan like people are gettinh $25/mon 250 day,unlim eve&weekend.free caller id.voice mail.rogers to rogers calling.i dont need long distance.can any get me like this plan.can any one call rogers retention on behalf of me.i cannot talk english well so i cannot talk sweet for good deal.any one can help me .let me know.

[mrken]

hi i curretly have employee plan.i get 150day time unlimited early even/weekend.i pay $25+saf+$5 for caller id=$43.06.my 2 year plan is over.i need new phone also.i wana get etter plan like people are gettinh $25/mon 250 day,unlim eve&weekend.free caller id.voice mail.rogers to rogers calling.i dont need long distance.can any get me like this plan.can any one call rogers retention on behalf of me.i cannot talk english well so i cannot talk sweet for good deal.any one can help me .let me know.
For the basic skeletal $20/$25 plan, you should not need any pursuation skills or reverse psychology. When I phoned, as soon as I mentioned switching, the CSR interrupted me and said that she could offer me the basic 250 minute + unlimited E/W at 8 PM with free call display for $20. The only feature I asked about was the long distance, because I do not need voicemail and would not use up the 250 daytime minutes anyways.

P.S. Finally received my SMT5600 after seven delivery attempts! :lol: I hope the UPS driver will not get mad at me... When I called UPS, they said that Rogers does not allow them to redirect the package to any other address. And they mentioned that Rogers was the only company that did this. I have spoken to two CSRs, and the second CSR was even kind enough to allow for the fourth delivery attempt. :D My impression of UPS just improved... :confused: UPS used to drop off all my FS/BB packages at the door.

[tjuzer]

For the basic skeletal $20/$25 plan, you should not need any pursuation skills or reverse psychology. When I phoned, as soon as I mentioned switching, the CSR interrupted me and said that she could offer me the basic 250 minute + unlimited E/W at 8 PM with free call display for $20. The only feature I asked about was the long distance, because I do not need voicemail and would not use up the 250 daytime minutes anyways.

P.S. Finally received my SMT5600 after seven delivery attempts! :lol: I hope the UPS driver will not get mad at me... When I called UPS, they said that Rogers does not allow them to redirect the package to any other address. And they mentioned that Rogers was the only company that did this. I have spoken to two CSRs, and the second CSR was even kind enough to allow for the fourth delivery attempt. :D My impression of UPS just improved... :confused: UPS used to drop off all my FS/BB packages at the door.

Same. I get drop off even when message say do not safe drop :!: :evil:

[longd]

I think it was mentioned only after 6 months. But I'm wondering the same, I'm on the exact same plan and unlimited first three months :)

wait util summer, 6 months will come out again, then call C.S.R. to renew the contract and get another 6 months unlimited calling...

[joongpark]

I just had my HUP done...so I am back on 3 yr.

Until yesterday when I check my "Upgrade your phone", Razr was still $149.99 if I renew for another 3 years.

However, starting today...it went up $199.99.

Is this change for everyone or just for my account?

Please let me know.

[rlm]

Just renewed my plan, They gave me 750/ 45.00 plan eve/weekends at 8pm,
100 ld min, and smt 5600 for 49.00. i think this is a pretty fair deal.

[bubble.tea]

Just renewed my plan, They gave me 750/ 45.00 plan eve/weekends at 8pm,
100 ld min, and smt 5600 for 49.00. i think this is a pretty fair deal.
sorry to burst your bubble :D ....but that plan is nothing to make waves about :(

I can get that...and all I have to do is log in online, and choose it.

[bubble.tea]

Wow, can I find out what tier I'm on?

2ndly, this is going to sound stupid, but the retention is ONLY available when your contract expires right? I want my corp plan changed to include a $5 early evenings at 6pm...

well firstly., tier as in non-msd code bearing account tier? or MSD/CORP tier?

if former., just call Customer Service CxS and ask. If Latter., you'll have to call the corp hup dept. search /HOWARDFORUMS/ROGERS/sticky.

retention arguably is available A N Y T I M E. Naturally though seemingly much easier with at least a few months under your belt-but you know what... :D call and after studying the proper strategy to getting a phat plan., I bet you you could at LEAST get 5 or 10 knocked off your line ;)

[DRAZ]

Uh that plan is $40 plus SAF + Taxes.

hmmm...something tells me we're gonna get an fresh influx of discussion in the next few days as a result of this disgusting plan just released by Bell (http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showthread.php?t=281763)

$22.50 (not clear yet if incl sysacc+taxes or what?-but good guess excluding) early eves+CID+VM+400 mins+unlim WAP!!!!http://xs78.xs.to/pics/06173/ohmygod.gifhttp://xs78.xs.to/pics/06173/ohmygod.gifhttp://xs78.xs.to/pics/06173/ohmygod.gifhttp://xs78.xs.to/pics/06173/ohmygod.gifhttp://xs78.xs.to/pics/06173/ohmygod.gifhttp://xs78.xs.to/pics/06173/ohmygod.gif

[bubble.tea]

Uh that plan is $40 plus SAF + Taxes.
yeah., friggin Shaner made an oversight lolz. you can delete your quoted message of mine.

the 400min plan is still okay because of the unlim wap..but it's not as HAWT as initially thought. ;)

[dande]

Is this plan available to new customer?

On the similar subject.. I just called them a couple day ago.. and I found that they got this plan... seem pretty good to me..

$20 per month
200 anytime
Unlimited Everning and Weekend
Free Caller ID

[ustaad]

Is this plan available to new customer?

Try calling em and tell the bell is offering you this plane and if they can beat that. if not just hangup and wait for a day or 2 some time CR will call back. if not call back again

[Ice]

Is this plan available to new customer?

No, it's not - it's a retention plan for existing customers to well, retain them!

[shadowfighta]

My brother just received his free bluetooth headset for his Razr and it's Motorola H500 instead of Plantronics again.

I think they decided to send out H500 instead of Plantronics for everyone...so you should expect yellow envelop soon.

See ya.

Yep I got mine today.

[jhong88]

Just wondering, I am currently on Telus, but would like to switch back to Rogers. Does anyone have any tips/deals for people like me?

Ideally, I would like to get:

200 min anytime
unlimited evenings/weekends
Caller ID
Vmail

Thanks

[Shaner]

Just wondering, I am currently on Telus, but would like to switch back to Rogers. Does anyone have any tips/deals for people like me?

Ideally, I would like to get:

200 min anytime
unlimited evenings/weekends
Caller ID
Vmail

Thanks

You could probably get that for $25-30 as a new customer. It's harder to get good deals when you're not already with Rogers. Take what you can get now, do your time, then get a retention plan.

[ShaTR]

after much waiting for the right time to try for it (PM'd 3web's deal when this thread started, so didn't wanna push my luck), i decided to cal up rogers and try to get this plan.

so after tellin the lady about wut tellus and bell offered me, and her puttin me on hold a couple of times (short ones. no worries), i finally got the retention plan.

$20 200 min free evenings/weekends and free CID. 5 more for early weekends.

my old plan,
45 for the first phone - 350 shared, free evenings/weekends after 6
20 per additional
Includes CID on 3 of them.
2 added CID @ $5
2 added enhanced VM @ $8

So total was coming to 151 - 12.50VIP + 37.50 SAF+911 = $176

my new plan
20 per phone
2 have early evenings @ $5
2 have enhanced voicemail @ $8

So total is 126 - $10VIP + 37.50 SAF+911 = $154

Looking back on it, my previous plan was actually quite good, but this one saves me 264 a year, and gives me more min daytime (1000 seperated, vs 35 combined). and momz, pops, and lil sis don't need early weekends. hell, non of them use over 50 min a month. lol (may eventually switch em to pay-as-you-go)

[joongpark]

I called up retension centre and got Razr for $99. Am I still eligible for the MIR? According to the rebate form, I am eligible...However, I do not have the original receipt since it was charged to my account.

Does anyone know if I am eligible?

Thanks.

[bubble.tea]

All I know is I got my $30 for my H500 MIR from Motorola Yesterday., and Today! Rogers Wireless in town called me telling me that Motorola sent me a NEW replacement unit for my fleabay defective H500 and is ready for pick-up.


YAY!

oh and note the siggy., you retention hungry mongers....I STRONGLY SUGGEST WAITING....wait 1-2 weeks., till my NEW phone =) comes into stock with retentions [joongpark];) and ask for it. IT IS SO B E A U T I F U L@!!!!!

[joongpark]

All I know is I got my $30 for my H500 MIR from Motorola Yesterday.

What did you send in with your rebate form?

[mrken]

I called up retension centre and got Razr for $99. Am I still eligible for the MIR? According to the rebate form, I am eligible...However, I do not have the original receipt since it was charged to my account.

Does anyone know if I am eligible?

Thanks.
I would like to know too. Where did you find your mail-in-rebate form? I could not find one for the Audiovox SMT5600.

I am guessing that you can send the letter that came with the phone as the receipt, because it does list the date, and the cost of the phone.

[bubble.tea]

What did you send in with your rebate form?
receipt & upc, and MIR form itself.

I'm not sure about today., but they used to include the MIR in the cell-box upon delivery???

I'm corporate so we don't bother with MIR (auto-apply to account)., If you don't have it....ASK...go to your dealer and ask about it. I seem to recall finding a link somewhere buried on the Rogers site with the MIRs ready to be printed ;)

Good luck!

[joongpark]

I just spoke to Customer Relations to find out when my new Razr Pink will be arriving...She told me thay got a internal memo saying "ALL colors for V3 ARZRs are out of stock and hold until furtcher notice"...She said it must be because they are getting new V3i.

Hm....I am not sure what the hell is going on but I already bought a Rogers prepaid phone card for that phone which expires in 30 days. Damn...so they have no idea when they will get V3s.

[Shaner]

Does anyone have any experience trying to negotiate a better plan while still on a contract?

I have 1.5 years left, so I'm thinking they probably aren't going to bother negotiating with me. It's not like I can cancel my service.

[faizalm]

Originally Posted by joongpark
My brother just received his free bluetooth headset for his Razr and it's Motorola H500 instead of Plantronics again.

I think they decided to send out H500 instead of Plantronics for everyone...so you should expect yellow envelop soon.

See ya.
Yep I got mine today.


damn, free BT headset, how would i get it? i m with rogers & has black razr...
or am i missing something?

[st7860]

Does anyone have any experience trying to negotiate a better plan while still on a contract?

I have 1.5 years left, so I'm thinking they probably aren't going to bother negotiating with me. It's not like I can cancel my service.

its simple. call 1-888-936-7283 and ask to renew your plan for 3 years. depending on how good you are, you may get a phone offered to you at a variety of prices, in some cases lower than what a new customer will get. You will also most likely get offered a plan for $25/mo+ licence for unlimited evenings at 6pm, and unlimited weekends, plus free call display.

if you are REALLY good, you'll also get offered some long distance minutes.

[Shaner]

its simple. call 1-888-936-7283 and ask to renew your plan for 3 years. depending on how good you are, you may get a phone offered to you at a variety of prices, in some cases lower than what a new customer will get. You will also most likely get offered a plan for $25/mo+ licence for unlimited evenings at 6pm, and unlimited weekends, plus free call display.

if you are REALLY good, you'll also get offered some long distance minutes.

None of that interests me.
I already have the phone I want
Right now I pay $20 per month for Unlimited eves/weekends, + 250 daytime mins.
What I want is free caller ID + free voice mail. Right now I'm paying $5 each for those. So if I could get $10 per month off my bill, that would be great. That's all I care about.

[st7860]

None of that interests me.
I already have the phone I want
Right now I pay $20 per month for Unlimited eves/weekends, + 250 daytime mins.
What I want is free caller ID + free voice mail. Right now I'm paying $5 each for those. So if I could get $10 per month off my bill, that would be great. That's all I care about.

The key thing is resigning. if you don't change your 1.5 year plan to 3 years, they likely won't offer anything. but if you agree to 3 years, you can with almost 99% certaintly get the free call display and SOMETIMES get free voicemail, and a cheap phone(even if you dont want it, you can sell it then) AND 3 months unlimited calls.

[lktate]

damn, free BT headset, how would i get it? i m with rogers & has black razr...
or am i missing something?

the BT headset comes with the V3 as part of the HUP
if you bought the V3 as a new activation, most of the time they won't offer you a free BT headset

[TheFuteballer]

i got a free moto BT headset with my new activation.. it was part of a promotion at Pmall last weekend

[ShaTR]

update

Called again today, and gave me rogers2rogers calling.

i wonder if i should hold out longer, or just sign on. voicemail, long distance and data/txt is the only thing they havn't given me. but i don't need much of those 3 anyways really. voicemail maybe since im used to it, but don't really need it, so....

[Intricated]

Wow, can I find out what tier I'm on?For me, I just mentioned how I was interested in a hardware upgrade, and the rep immediately looked up what my discount would be. I asked how, and she explained the tier system and looked up where I was.

The weird thing is that when I looked up my wireless phone status at rogers.com, for pending changes, it's only showing the 250 weekday minutes under "250/Unlimited Eve/Wkds Plan - $25.00", and nothing about my 100 LD minutes and free Call Display. Calling them back to clarify...

[joongpark]

You can see those things when you click "Update Wireless Essentials"...just make sure you don't click and save...it will automatically add/delete features.

[Intricated]

What I got:
250 weekday minutes
unlimited weekends/weeknights (after 6 PM)
call display
100 long distance minutes
3 months unlimited local calling
$25/month + SAF + 911 + taxes = 37.32
3-year contract

Called twice, used a change to an employer that used Bell for their coporate plan as leverage. They offered the RAZR at $149.99 + the $35 admin fee, so I didn't bite. Not the greatest plan possible, but I was only Tier 1 (less than $1000 accumulated revenue).Just got off the phone with Jennifer trying to confirm my plan (which is fine; the website is just wrong), and pushed for a hardware upgrade again.

I was able to get the RAZR V3 (V3c I'm guessing; definitely not the V3i) for $99 + the $35 admin fee + taxes, and she threw in the Plantronics Bluetooth headset for free. Chose silver over black, shipped by UPS to billing address within 10 business days, charged to credit card, told to charge phone and pop in the old SIM card.

Nice lady, definitely made me feel like a valued customer, despite my low revenue spend. Now if I can somehow get the MIR as well (hoping I get a receipt of some sort; anyone know where the rebate form can be found?), whoohoo!

[myapple]

I was able to get the RAZR V3 (V3c I'm guessing; definitely not the V3i) for $99 + the $35 admin fee + taxes, and she threw in the Plantronics Bluetooth headset for free.
You're probably getting the original V3 with the VGA camera, not the V3c.

I was promised a plantronics as well, but ended up getting an H500 in the mail, which is fine i guess..since it's free.

[bubble.tea]

You're probably getting the original V3 with the VGA camera, not the V3c.

I was promised a plantronics as well, but ended up getting an H500 in the mail, which is fine i guess..since it's free.
"c" indicates CDMA...Rogers...is NOT CDMA.

h500 instead of a Plantronics., is not "fine"...it's awesome! Well done.

[ShaTR]

quick question for you guyz.

when i talk to them on the phone, they say i can get all phones for a certian price on a 3yr term, but when i sign into my rogers account and click "upgrade my phone", the prices are lower than the ones they are telling me.

ie. V3 on 3yr term on site = 75. thru rogers retention = 100
i know that the V3 offrered thru retentions comes with a bluetooth headset (not sure about thru website. may be hidden) but same thing for all phones i asked about. 25 bucks higher than website and still wants to charge me activation fee :S

whats going on??? am i being taken

thx for your help in advance.

[bubble.tea]

quick question for you guyz.

when i talk to them on the phone, they say i can get all phones for a certian price on a 3yr term, but when i sign into my rogers account and click "upgrade my phone", the prices are lower than the ones they are telling me.

ie. V3 on 3yr term on site = 75. thru rogers retention = 100
i know that the V3 offrered thru retentions comes with a bluetooth headset (not sure about thru website. may be hidden) but same thing for all phones i asked about. 25 bucks higher than website and still wants to charge me activation fee :S

whats going on??? am i being taken

thx for your help in advance.
online discount? I doubt it....it could just be the random differences we all hear retentions offering all the time. Honestly I'm guessing.

[ShaTR]

online discount? I doubt it....it could just be the random differences we all hear retentions offering all the time. Honestly I'm guessing.

hmm, well, i hope it was an isolated incident. ill call back for the third time tomorrow, try to argue it a bit more, see if i can get some better prices on hardware.

as far as the website goes, do they factor in your tier level??? cuz if so, thats probably why the website is offering lower prices to me than the retention chicks. anyone know??????

im just SO happy i got the Rogers2rogers :D. can't wait to finalize this, get my phones, and saving some moneyz!!! :D

btw, is everyone dealing with women only in the retention dept??? I negotiate better with men, and all these women sound pissed off beyond PMS. like they are all having the worst day EVER. when i PM'd 3web, i dealt with a guy. sounded like he was having a good day. that went a lot smoother.

[bubble.tea]

.......as far as the website goes, do they factor in your tier level??? cuz if so, thats probably why the website is offering lower prices to me than the retention chicks. ......

actually I blanked out there....you know that's exactly what it is. Though...retentions should be viewing your account, and should know what you are on, and accordingly price the offer...maybe they don't...interesting.

[ShaTR]

hmmm. well, imma just hope i catch a guy in a good mood tomorrow and try my hand at getting at least the activation waved. when i asked about "what tier am i on" she didn't give me any strait answer. she just said "it relates to how much you spend blah blah blah", but wouldn't tell me what level im at :mad:

ah well, thx bubble. will report in tomorrow. cheers!

[shellysoda]

Hey bubble.tea
How's the new L7? I'm thinking of picking one up as well. Can you compare it to the Razr reception wise? Thanks!

[bubble.tea]

Hey bubble.tea
How's the new L7? I'm thinking of picking one up as well. Can you compare it to the Razr reception wise? Thanks!
well I didn't use the Razr extensively., but I did in the last couple days use the L7 extensively., and it has been sweeeeeeeeeet. Tomorrow noon., I'll be on the hwy for clost to an hour so I'll test it out there.

People., this phone has NO GADGETS...other than a memory slot for mp3s. video/camera are sub MP. BUT what this does have is awesome awesome feel., and styling. I was using my H500 BT today in the office (warehouse style), and kept a clear line @ 23m's before crackling set in. I'm definately happy.

[Intricated]

You're probably getting the original V3 with the VGA camera, not the V3c.My bad, not totally up-to-date with all the model names. As long as it works well and I save a few bucks along the way, that's all I really care about. :)

[jeremyherring]

Hey guys, thought I'd ask your input ...

I need to get a cell phone for me and my girlfriend. We really wouldn't be using them that much, except to call each other ... I should say that I'm pretty sure it's going to be Rogers since we're going to sign up for cable+internet with them (and I hate Bell, a lot!).

Is the couples plan worth it? What do you get with it besides being able to share minutes? Do you have to pay 2 admin frees or 2x every fee ...

The Source By CC has a deal right now that is 2 free phones (+ XM satellite which I don't need/want)
http://www.thesourcecc.com/estore/flyer.aspx?language=en-CA&flyerid=1

Any suggestions what would be the best way to get 2 phones with cheap plans?

[aingaran]

I'm not sure if I renewed my contract in July 2005 or September 2005 (3 years) but would I be able to call up Retentions and request this? I'm open to renewing my contract for 3 years from today...

Anybody have any luck with close to 30 months left on their contracts with Retentions?

[aingaran]

Also,
My friend's contract is up for renewal in a month. (corporate accounts) and his HUP prices are lower on the website.. $75 for the Razr, $125 for the W600i compared to what Retentions is offering..(ABove prices after $50 mail in rebate.)
Both cases with $35 fee waived.

[mrken]

I seem to recall finding a link somewhere buried on the Rogers site with the MIRs ready to be printed ;)
I have looked through the entire Rogers site (and used Google's search), but still could not find a rebate form for the Audiovox SMT5600... Does anybody have the form?

Also, I noticed that my SMT5600 records an annoying whining noise when using the video recording or voice recording feature... Is this a problem with the phone? The staticy sound also appears when I play the audio on my computer.

[akz]

I have looked through the entire Rogers site (and used Google's search), but still could not find a rebate form for the Audiovox SMT5600... Does anybody have the form?

Also, I noticed that my SMT5600 records an annoying whining noise when using the video recording or voice recording feature... Is this a problem with the phone? The staticy sound also appears when I play the audio on my computer.

rogers dosnt put their rebate forms online anymore .. they put it in box during shipping

[ShaTR]

so, i did this today

after seeing what i was able to pull off, i decided to help out my uncle, aunt, and gradma.

600 min family evenings and weekends at 7pm
80 for first phone + 5CID + SAF+911
20 for third phone + 5CID + SAF+911
20 for third phone + 5CID + SAF+911

total was about 157.50 base charges

HOWEVER, their overages were rediculous:

-my uncle and aunt usually do avg. 500 min a month daytime.
-my grandmas max was 150, usually 75 or so.
1200 min total daytime, over by 600 = $125 overages.
bill usually comes to $275!!!!!

SO, i got them to put me as an auth. user, and called in, got to retentions, and negotiated this deal

grandma's phone - $20 standard retentions plan + free rogers2rogers + SAF+911
Uncle and aunt - $50 +... NOTHING. NO SAF NO 911!!! included 500 min, early evenings+weekends, CID, etc etc. (no rogers2rogers though)

total bill comes out to 127.50 after everything, and NO MORE STUPID OVERAGES!!!

NEwayz, seems like a good plan for semi-heavy users. you can think of it as a 500min plan for $32.50 + $5 CID + $5 early evenings.

so REMEMBER, you can get 300 min more if you wanna spring for an extra 7.50. (Or 12.50 if you consider the CID as included)

if you go over more than 30 min on avg, then this is the plan for you!!! (overages of 30 min cost 7.50 @ $0.25/min)

[mrken]

rogers dosnt put their rebate forms online anymore .. they put it in box during shipping
Thanks for the information!

However, I did not receive a mail-in-rebate form in my package... May some kind soul please scan the form for me? Or can I get a form from a store?

Thanks in advance!

[Ice]

I'd say it's just as easy to call up customer service. They're usually decent about these type of things. :)

[akz]

Thanks for the information!

However, I did not receive a mail-in-rebate form in my package... May some kind soul please scan the form for me? Or can I get a form from a store?

Thanks in advance!

did they subtract the rebate off your price already or are you just hungry for another extra $50? cause if you are they wont give you another mail-in-rebate form cause once u call in they will see the price u ordered your phone for. The process is automated or some crap like that I cant remember what the rep told me last time..

[mrken]

did they subtract the rebate off your price already or are you just hungry for another extra $50? cause if you are they wont give you another mail-in-rebate form cause once u call in they will see the price u ordered your phone for. The process is automated or some crap like that I cant remember what the rep told me last time..
I am not sure what they did. But on the Rogers HUP website, it mentioned that there was a $50 mail-in-rebate, with no link to the form.

As a RFDer, I must be cheap and make the most of everything. :D

[akz]

I am not sure what they did. But on the Rogers HUP website, it mentioned that there was a $50 mail-in-rebate, with no link to the form.

As a RFDer, I must be cheap and make the most of everything. :D


then im guessing you called relations and they already took off the $50 and you want to take another $50 right ? :P heh unless you can go and photocopy a copy from ur friend.. I highly doubt they will give it to you.

but if u HUPed it thru the rogers website then you should have a 50$ MIR just call them and ask for it.. as longas they see the price u got it for is including the $50 if not then the second u tell them u didnt get a $50 MIR they will know what ur trying to pull... but there are dumb CSRs heh

[longd]

I am not sure what they did. But on the Rogers HUP website, it mentioned that there was a $50 mail-in-rebate, with no link to the form.

As a RFDer, I must be cheap and make the most of everything. :D


go to the rogers store to pick it up...

[longd]

then im guessing you called relations and they already took off the $50 and you want to take another $50 right ? :P heh unless you can go and photocopy a copy from ur friend.. I highly doubt they will give it to you.

but if u HUPed it thru the rogers website then you should have a 50$ MIR just call them and ask for it.. as longas they see the price u got it for is including the $50 if not then the second u tell them u didnt get a $50 MIR they will know what ur trying to pull... but there are dumb CSRs heh


you can try, because those credit done by different department...
only $0.51 for the stamps.... if they apply it, you make $50 .... if not.... piece of cake... :D

[akz]

you can try, because those credit done by different department...
only $0.51 for the stamps.... if they apply it, you make $50 .... if not.... piece of cake... :D


oo i never knew thta you could pick it up at the store... dang... never knew they handed em out otherwise when i had my v3s i would mir v3s for 50 each lol for free v3s lolz ~_~

[dealers]

including text message (100 sent text message)?

[makmak0723]

Hi, I just wanna to know is the plan on page 1 still available??? If yes, how am i suppose to ask for it, i mean how should i start??

$25
250 daytime mins
unlimited we/wn @ 6pm
free call display

I don't mind to sign a 3 yrs contract and i don't need the phone.

[shellysoda]

Hi, I just wanna to know is the plan on page 1 still available???

$25
250 daytime mins
unlimited we/wn @ 6pm
free call display

I don't mind to sign a 3 yrs contract and i don't need the phone.


It should be if you've been with Rogers for a while and are willing to sign a new contract. A friend of mine got this recently with no probs :) Give customer relations a call and see what they say. Good luck!

[makmak0723]

It should be if you've been with Rogers for a while and are willing to sign a new contract. A friend of mine got this recently with no probs :) Give customer relations a call and see what they say. Good luck!

thank you, i will try to call today and see how is it. I will report what i got later

[joongpark]

I was offered more on top of that.

100 LD Minutes and Voice Mail.

However, I turned it down for unlimited incoming.

1000 LD is $5 extra and R2R is also an extra.

Good luck.

Hi, I just wanna to know is the plan on page 1 still available??? If yes, how am i suppose to ask for it, i mean how should i start??

$25
250 daytime mins
unlimited we/wn @ 6pm
free call display

I don't mind to sign a 3 yrs contract and i don't need the phone.

[shellysoda]

Keep us posted! I hope it works out for you as that's a good deal for sure! And joongpark did you get unlimited incoming as an add on or is it part of the plan? I have the 200 minute/evening & weekends at 6pm for $15.00 plan but I would just be thrilled if I could add unlimited incoming. I just love ui, lol!!!

[Intricated]

I was able to get the RAZR V3 for $99 + the $35 admin fee + taxes, and she threw in the Plantronics Bluetooth headset for free. Chose silver over black, shipped by UPS to billing address within 10 business days, charged to credit card, told to charge phone and pop in the old SIM card.Wow, I placed my HUP order Friday afternoon, and they shipped it out that evening. UPS even tried to delivery Monday (TWICE). Thankfully, someone was home to sign for it yesterday.

I also got a H500 instead of the Plantronics like I was told (even says Plantronics on the invoice). Called, and they said that they are out of stock of the Plantronics and swapped for the H500 since they are equal value ($85).

[OfficeGlenn]

Called Rogers Retentions this morning.

Have two phones with Rogers, since January 2005

Offered the following plan for both phones:

$25/month - 3 year contract

250 anytime minutes
early unlimited evening and weekends
caller id

CSR would not throw in voice mail or anything else (R2R or LD minutes)

Offered a Razr for $279.99 - $50 rebate. CSR said they were bound by new HUP guidelines.

Should I call in again and try and get a better deal, or is this as good as it gets now?

[Qwavel]

I pay $50 for a 700/Unltd Early Eve/Wknds Plan. Is this a good deal or a bad deal?

I wouldn't mind some more minutes, but I'm guessing that they would try to lock me in if I wanted a new plan.

I'd rather not get locked in - I'm hoping to find a way to reduce my usage in the not too distant future.

[belfour]

Called Rogers Retentions this morning.

Have two phones with Rogers, since January 2005

Offered the following plan for both phones:

$25/month - 3 year contract

250 anytime minutes
early unlimited evening and weekends
caller id

CSR would not throw in voice mail or anything else (R2R or LD minutes)

Offered a Razr for $279.99 - $50 rebate. CSR said they were bound by new HUP guidelines.

Should I call in again and try and get a better deal, or is this as good as it gets now?

Try call again..and ask for 100 LD..since you are getting 2 phones

[OfficeGlenn]

Thanks I will try to do that.. I'd rather have voice mail, and a better deal on the phones.. but do the retentions people have any discretion to cut better deals on the phones, or are they bound by HUP?

Try call again..and ask for 100 LD..since you are getting 2 phones

[jayslay]

just signed up for the deal on the first page

1 yr or 2 yr it is just the plan but,

3 yr they add in 100 LD but i didnt get voice mail?? however i did get 6 months unlimited local calling, what the deal with no voice mail?

regardless, thanks guys for the helps :D

[mrken]

go to the rogers store to pick it up...
Really? What do I say to them? Will they just hand out the rebate forms? Even if one did not buy anything from them?

And are rebate forms available at Rogers dealers (not "authorised retailers")?

Thanks in advance!

[sullione]

Thanks I will try to do that.. I'd rather have voice mail, and a better deal on the phones.. but do the retentions people have any discretion to cut better deals on the phones, or are they bound by HUP?
they actually do have a discretionary allowance based on your revenue over the last 6 months that would allow them to give you a better deal on the phone

[bubble.tea]

...for a friend:

1 line, 2002 start date.
cheap ass plan 150mins HAS BEEN PAYING EXTRA for CID & VM since day one lolz 5+8 final bill usually 50-80..YIKES!!!

Retention plan tentative noted on account for confirmation tomorrow.

500mins
6pm
VM credited back monthly
CID included
1000LD $5
sysacc/911
55+taxes
3 months chatNsend
V635i 50% = $75 on 3 yr.

Haven't committed to this but., meh pretty good.

1) lady - "we don't have any BT headsets to give, they don't come unless they're packaged INSIDE the cellphone box :rolleyes:
2) Couldn't get R2R :(
3) Couldn't get any cheaper price than this, I'm referencing the new Employee corporate plan that Bell has $40 400min plan WITH cid/vm/early eves/unlim wapish....THAT'S pretty serious.

I asked to properly note, and I'd call back in the morning-fresh-to take the plan..hopefully I can get something else added, or MORE credits applied for my friends...if he cancels and goes with Bell he'd save a further 15% for bundling with his sympatico (no rogers were we are)...15% of 55+tax isn't much...so that's really all that's left to play with.

[bubble.tea]

anyone able to find out when the V3i will be available to Retentions please?

[longd]

Really? What do I say to them? Will they just hand out the rebate forms? Even if one did not buy anything from them?

And are rebate forms available at Rogers dealers (not "authorised retailers")?

Thanks in advance!

you are talking the hardware upgrade rebate form? yeap, you can go to any rogers store, rogers wireless to pick it up... free of charge, they should have it in store...

[mrken]

you are talking the hardware upgrade rebate form? yeap, you can go to any rogers store, rogers wireless to pick it up... free of charge, they should have it in store...
Thank you for the information! I am learning new things every day!

Does the form specify the promotionn period and the expiry date?

[lokoseena]

Here is what I just got from Rogers after spending some time with a relation agent

$25
200 minutes with 2 a year contract OR 250 with a 3 year contracct
unlimted weekends and weeknights starting at 6 pm
100 minutes long distance / month
voicemail
call waiting
call fowarding
call ID

[rayzer]

hi all,

anyone knows if Rogers have free incoming mins like Fido does ?
i know they are now the same company.

i receive lots of incoming and Fido has free incoming right now.

thanks

[st7860]

yes, its about $30 a month, unlimited incoming, some weekends, evenings, and daytime,.but the evening/weekened minutes are not unlimited, and also the start period is lousy, it is 9pm, not 6pm. i like the $25 for 250 day and unlimited 6pm evenings better.

[longd]

hi all,

anyone knows if Rogers have free incoming mins like Fido does ?
i know they are now the same company.

i receive lots of incoming and Fido has free incoming right now.

thanks

$30 / month

Free unlimited local incoming calls
100+50(bonus) daytimes
100 canadian LD
1000 evening & weekend (9pm-7am)

2yr or 3yr terms

[OfficeGlenn]

Was able to get a Razr for $99 with administration fee waived and standard retention plan ($25 / 250 mins, early unlimited evenings and weekends, caller id)

I wanted a Blue Razr but they were out of stock, so I got a Black Razr.

When I receive it, is there any way of taking it to a local store with Blue Razrs in stock and exchanging it, or am I stuck with the Black Razr?

[ShaTR]

Was able to get a Razr for $99 with administration fee waived and standard retention plan ($25 / 250 mins, early unlimited evenings and weekends, caller id)

I wanted a Blue Razr but they were out of stock, so I got a Black Razr.

When I receive it, is there any way of taking it to a local store with Blue Razrs in stock and exchanging it, or am I stuck with the Black Razr?

interested in the same thing. anyone know???

[bubble.tea]

interested in the same thing. anyone know???
I don't see ANY problem doing this.....HOWEVER....I emphasize...ymmv.

today confirmed the plan negotiated above, held off on the hup., as want the v3i when it comes out for friends line.

I called right back, and left a comment of satisfaction, and thanks for the two reps involved. :cheesygri

[ShaTR]

called a rogers dealer. He had diff all colours, but said he couldn't do it.

Actually, he said he could, but he would have a problem with service for his next customer blah blah blah. even offered to buy or pay for the swap with a no go :( ah well, live with it, or chop it i guess ;)

ps. i have 3 black razrs BNIB if anyone wants to swap their blue one(s) with me. ill add a few bucks too ;) (as long as its also BNIB)

[mrken]

Can anybody please comment on whether the following recordings from my Audiovox SMT5600 are normal?

A minute of silence. (http://rfd.mrkenneth.com/SMT5600/Silence.wav) (While recording this, everything was silent to my ears. No wind either. I even covered the phone with my pillow...)

With some classical music. (http://rfd.mrkenneth.com/SMT5600/Recording.wav) (My advance apologies for classical music haters.)

Is this whining sound inherent in SMT5600 recordings, or do I have a defective phone? There is the same noise with video recordings too.

Thanks in advance!

[tmleafs26]

Can anybody please comment on whether the following recordings from my Audiovox SMT5600 are normal?

A minute of silence. (http://rfd.mrkenneth.com/SMT5600/Silence.wav) (While recording this, everything was silent to my ears. No wind either. I even covered the phone with my pillow...)

With some classical music. (http://rfd.mrkenneth.com/SMT5600/Recording.wav) (My advance apologies for classical music haters.)

Is this whining sound inherent in SMT5600 recordings, or do I have a defective phone? There is the same noise with video recordings too.

Thanks in advance!

This is a HOT DEALS forum, not a hardware help, find another site.

[Bindy]

This is a HOT DEALS forum, not a hardware help, find another site.

You'd think someone with 11k+ posts would have figured it out by now?

[bubble.tea]

[QUOTE=tmleafs26]This is a HOT DEALS forum, not a hardware help, find another site.

You'd think someone with 11k+ posts would have figured it out by now?

OUCH!!!! man mrken got schooled :D

[longd]

Was able to get a Razr for $99 with administration fee waived and standard retention plan ($25 / 250 mins, early unlimited evenings and weekends, caller id)

I wanted a Blue Razr but they were out of stock, so I got a Black Razr.

When I receive it, is there any way of taking it to a local store with Blue Razrs in stock and exchanging it, or am I stuck with the Black Razr?

trade in b&s forum...

[mrken]

This is a HOT DEALS forum, not a hardware help, find another site.
Since we were already talking about phones, I thought I might sneak in a post rather than creating a new thread.

Anyways, I have determined that the phone is defective. Do I call retentions, or basic customer service? I would like to get an advance replacement because I will need the phone by the end of the week.

OUCH!!!! man mrken got schooled :D
Typical mrken. Tsk. Tsk. :lol:

[bubble.tea]

Since we were already talking about phones, I thought I might sneak in a post rather than creating a new thread.

Anyways, I have determined that the phone is defective. Do I call retentions, or basic customer service? I would like to get an advance replacement because I will need the phone by the end of the week.


Typical mrken. Tsk. Tsk. :lol:
:cheesygri

If under 30days., or 30mins (whichever policy your contract stipulates) you can do a straight 1 for 1 from your dealer....outside that....sorry to say., it's off to the manufacturer your phone goes :(

Something tells me in a few weeks we'll have to readdress the cellphone forum thread I put up polling it's need on rfd. At the time it got shot down quickly lol., but I see more and more people talkin' wireless HERE on RFD.

[mrken]

:cheesygri

If under 30days., or 30mins (whichever policy your contract stipulates) you can do a straight 1 for 1 from your dealer....outside that....sorry to say., it's off to the manufacturer your phone goes :(

Something tells me in a few weeks we'll have to readdress the cellphone forum thread I put up polling it's need on rfd. At the time it got shot down quickly lol., but I see more and more people talkin' wireless HERE on RFD.
I called Retentions (the CSR of which called several stores in my area) and said that the phone has been discontinued. No stock at the distribution centre either...

Offered a RAZR for the same price $50 + $35... What should I do... I really like the smartphone though.

[idesign]

hi can any one tell me latest plan i can get.my contract is over.let me know .thx

[bubble.tea]

I called Retentions (the CSR of which called several stores in my area) and said that the phone has been discontinued. No stock at the distribution centre either...

Offered a RAZR for the same price $50 + $35... What should I do... I really like the smartphone though.
well unles you're a conjurer of sorts...if the phone's been disc'd...that's that. Take the offer. If you're that addicted to it...I'm sure you'll find something on the b/s/t forums.

[bubble.tea]

hi can any one tell me latest plan i can get.my contract is over.let me know .thx
uhhhh...yah., NO.....how about you read back 100 posts (familiarize yourself with the jist of this thread and then report back on what you got from retentions. It's the least you could do instead of asking such a "serve me, I'm lazy" question.

[mrken]

well unles you're a conjurer of sorts...if the phone's been disc'd...that's that. Take the offer. If you're that addicted to it...I'm sure you'll find something on the b/s/t forums.
Rogers needs at least one smartphone in their lineup! (The CSR mentioned that Rogers would have a "summer set of phones," but did not know the details.

What is a good price for a W600i for a HUP? I guess this would be my second choice...

[rayzer]

$30 / month

Free unlimited local incoming calls
100+50(bonus) daytimes
100 canadian LD
1000 evening & weekend (9pm-7am)

2yr or 3yr terms


ok i called got a male CSR and this is what he offered me:
100 daytime
1000 LD mins
unlimited incoming
nights and weekends starting at 6pm
got him to throw in Caller ID
Voicemail he gave me for 1 yr
6 months free calling
free Nokia 3220
$30 + $5 (1000 min LD)
he wouldn't throw any bonus mins but i'm gonna take the deal unless there's something better.

thanks

[JT94]

ok i called got a male CSR

Hahaha...I'll call in right now and talk to the same guy. ;)

[angelove]

Does Rogers offer any good couple/family plans w/ free cells? My mom and I have a contract that will expire at the end of May, so I am looking forward to a new cell phone (hopefully) and contract w/ extra goodies.

My current couple plan has:
100 mins airtime
xx free call weekends at 7 pm on Friday

This plan was rather crappy as it did not include caller display (which I really need) nor voicemail - I wouldn't mind having that.

I heard the Razr w/ Rogers is crappy compared to Telus and Bell... is this true? I saw a Telus comparison advertisement at Pacific and was shocked. *grr* I would also like some free txt msgs. it's good that Rogers doesn't charge you for receiving txt msgs. ^.^ but since my current plan is old, I cannot reply back to my friends' txt msgs.

Mostly what I am looking for is caller id. I don't really need a lot of airtime as I only use it for emergency purposes ^^; w/ my old cell from Fido, one of my ex-guyfriends started phone stalking me and leaving crazy voice messages... *creepy* :|

[ShaTR]

Does Rogers offer any good couple/family plans w/ free cells? My mom and I have a contract that will expire at the end of May, so I am looking forward to a new cell phone (hopefully) and contract w/ extra goodies.

My current couple plan has:
100 mins airtime
xx free call weekends at 7 pm on Friday

This plan was rather crappy as it did not include caller display (which I really need) nor voicemail - I wouldn't mind having that.

I heard the Razr w/ Rogers is crappy compared to Telus and Bell... is this true? I saw a Telus comparison advertisement at Pacific and was shocked. *grr* I would also like some free txt msgs. it's good that Rogers doesn't charge you for receiving txt msgs. ^.^ but since my current plan is old, I cannot reply back to my friends' txt msgs.

Mostly what I am looking for is caller id. I don't really need a lot of airtime as I only use it for emergency purposes ^^; w/ my old cell from Fido, one of my ex-guyfriends started phone stalking me and leaving crazy voice messages... *creepy* :|

is your current plan with rogers??

[bubble.tea]

Just in case people haven't figured this out.

You can just say "cancel my line" at the voiceprompt after dialing *611., instead of dialing straight in. ;)

Another development. There are new "packs" being introduced by the middle of the month. Those of you getting 5/10/15 credited to your accounts., may want to investigate what packs are available, and instead of getting CID/VM free, you would be able to get a selection of three or four other options for the same price you're paying now :)

ex: Name Display, Who Called, or 125 send sms included on your plans :cheesygri

[fantom]

Just in case people haven't figured this out.

You can just say "cancel my line" at the voiceprompt after dialing *611., instead of dialing straight in. ;)

Another development. There are new "packs" being introduced by the middle of the month. Those of you getting 5/10/15 credited to your accounts., may want to investigate what packs are available, and instead of getting CID/VM free, you would be able to get a selection of three or four other options for the same price you're paying now :)

ex: Name Display, Who Called, or 125 send sms included on your plans :cheesygri

really... give us some info on these....

[st7860]

really... give us some info on these....
NEW Text Messaging Plans
$3 30 15¢ add'l
$6 125 15¢ add'l
$10 2500 15¢ add'l

LD SMS Plans
$4 25 $0.20 add'l
$7 50 $0.20 add'l

from comparecellular.com

[angelove]

is your current plan with rogers??

Yes, I currently have my couple plan w/ rogers. =P

[ShaTR]

Yes, I currently have my couple plan w/ rogers. =P

in that case, get this retentions plan. its way more daytime, free CID and usually, you can push for rogers2rogers calling for free. maybe some VM or LD if you lucky. works out much better than the couples/family plan because the first phone is the same price as additional phones, and you get all the above. usually, you can push for a free number change too, so "creepy" can't call you any more ;)

as far as free phones go, they always have a few crapy ones they will give for free. but i suggest getting something a little better. something with bluetooth, a camera, and a nice screen will probably only run you an extra 25 bucks.

Just make sure you mention you want to switch. thats the keyword before they offer you the retentions plan.

[jckc]

I know I should do a better search, but with 309 pages... I tried but failed...

Could someone tell me what's the number of their "Special" customer relationship dept? They one that I should use to get a better package.

I tried their regular customer service number a few times in the past week. I was put on-hold for a total of 3+ hours :|

[calculoso]

I know I should do a better search, but with 309 pages... I tried but failed...

Could someone tell me what's the number of their "Special" customer relationship dept? They one that I should use to get a better package.

Try looking at the very first post...

[paaji]

just wondering which phone should i get. Don't have much knowledge about cell phone ($150 range)

[shellysoda]

just wondering which phone should i get. Don't have much knowledge about cell phone ($150 range)

The SE Z520a is a great phone that's well within your price range! Check out HoFo for lots of reviews and opinions on it. I've had mine for about 6 months and no problems at all :)

[st7860]

this is the magic rogers retentions number.
1-888-936-7283

[bubble.tea]

Just in case people haven't figured this out.

You can just say "cancel my line" at the voiceprompt after dialing *611., instead of dialing straight in. ;)

has anyone been able to get the V3i yet? and at what price for 3 yr? My friend is seriously wanting this, but it's still not available as of 3 days ago. I just confirmed with my corporate hup dept and was told it's been available since May 2nd :(

[jckc]

this is the magic rogers retentions number.
1-888-936-7283


Thanks!

[Ice]

I remember calling that number and they went ape on me. At first it didn't sound like the Retentions line as I got a menu to navigate through, etc, and eventually I talked to somebody and they asked "How did you get this number?!" haha :lol:

[bubble.tea]

I remember calling that number and they went ape on me. At first it didn't sound like the Retentions line as I got a menu to navigate through, etc, and eventually I talked to somebody and they asked "How did you get this number?!" haha :lol:
wow....sounds like you were among the FIRST to get that number. Those days are long gone now.

anyone get the V3i yet thru CxR?

[Keigotw]

Been Rogers customer for 7 years

I am having hard time trying to get

250 min
Unlimited week night & Weekends @ 6PM
Free CID
Free Voicemail
Text messaging
Roger2Roger
100 LD / Month

everytime I call, it gets some bad customer service rep :(

Is there a good time to call?

[Mad.Whack]

Been Rogers customer for 7 years

I am having hard time trying to get

250 min
Unlimited week night & Weekends @ 6PM
Free CID
Free Voicemail
Text messaging
Roger2Roger
100 LD / Month

everytime I call, it gets some bad customer service rep :(

Is there a good time to call?

Being 7 years with rogers doesn't give you anything.

I've got the plan you listed for 20$/month. I've never talked to any "bad" customer service reps, you might just be blacklisted.

[Keigotw]

Being 7 years with rogers doesn't give you anything.

I've got the plan you listed for 20$/month. I've never talked to any "bad" customer service reps, you might just be blacklisted.

Blacklisted??
and I am Rogers VIP customer?? :confused:

[ShaTR]

you have to get them to transfer you to customer relations department. threaten to switch, they will transfer you.

[HowEver]

this is the magic rogers retentions number.
1-888-936-7283

And now readers don't have to skim the whole thread.

[bubble.tea]

And now readers don't have to skim the whole thread.
Is this the same however from hofo?....kinda leadinga double life aren't we?

loving rfd....but supporting the trashing a few months back when retentions forum kicked up for a test run? :lol:

[st7860]

Is this the same however from hofo?....kinda leadinga double life aren't we?
:

the owner of HOFO is a MOFO

besides, www.comparecellular.com and www.geckobeach.com and www.arcx.com have more useful stuff.


Fido has a relations too, it is 1-888-259-3436

[bubble.tea]

^ yeesh....before we get lost., I have mixed feelings about hofo-nonetheless I don't entirely agree with you issuing a blanket flame towards them man....not nice. It is the foremost for Rogers Wireless information., but it's a double edged sword. If you are abusing retentions...then I fully support hofo views...but If you truly are feeling raped, and want to leave., Retentions is the way to go.

As to However....I'm not sure it's him...I was just asking nicely....in fact I'm not sure if he ever blatantly bashed rfd...but then again, I don't particularly recall him defending it either....wait out for verification...I could be mistaken :(

[st7860]

for example, someone may post HERE about getting 'ripped off' from NCIX.com (although NCIX.com sponsors this board) , and as long as they do it carefully without swearing, they won't get jailed for it. But if you go to HOFO and say anything bad about Rogers, you'll be gone in 2 seconds flat. there is a lot of mutual dislike between this board and HOFO.

Also, suppose you find a store "www.cnn.com" that sells computers for $10. You may post it here on this board and although ncix.com pays for this board, you won't get jailed for it. If you try doing something like that on HOFO, you'll be gone in two seconds flat.

[bubble.tea]

......
Also, suppose you find a store "www.cnn.com" that sells computers for $10. You may post it here on this board and although ncix.com pays for this board, you won't get jailed for it. If you try doing something like that on HOFO, you'll be gone in two seconds flat.

actually that's a very good point. Still....it's an observation. There's no rule to say you have to run a forum a certain. Hofo does unquestionably have different standard operating procedures.

So....back to the topic at hand. HAS ANYONE GOTTEN THE FRIGGIN V3i from CxR yet? :( Friend got his new plan negotiated c/o me...but we're holdin' out on the phone....

[st7860]

http://www.cellworldco.com/v3i.html V3i $389

[Keigotw]

you have to get them to transfer you to customer relations department. threaten to switch, they will transfer you.

That is the place I always called
the relations department

[Keigotw]

^ yeesh....before we get lost., I have mixed feelings about hofo-nonetheless I don't entirely agree with you issuing a blanket flame towards them man....not nice. It is the foremost for Rogers Wireless information., but it's a double edged sword. If you are abusing retentions...then I fully support hofo views...but If you truly are feeling raped, and want to leave., Retentions is the way to go.

As to However....I'm not sure it's him...I was just asking nicely....in fact I'm not sure if he ever blatantly bashed rfd...but then again, I don't particularly recall him defending it either....wait out for verification...I could be mistaken :(

I been with rogers 7 years
got 2 phone , both total to like $90 a month , very good credit, never had problem with payment.
I called retentions. They gave me a hard time and said
if telus is giving you a better deal, then just leave.
geee talk about customer service :mad:

[st7860]

I been with rogers 7 years
got 2 phone , both total to like $90 a month , very good credit, never had problem with payment.
I called retentions. They gave me a hard time and said
if telus is giving you a better deal, then just leave.
geee talk about customer service :mad:

you just got a rude rep. next time get their name and write into rogers to complain

call in again and simply ask for this: (don't negotiate, just simply say you would like to switch your plan to this)


$25/mo, 250 daytime, unlimited evenings at 6pm,. unlimited weekends, plus free call display. the only requirement is you have to renew for 3 years.

[mrken]

$25/mo, 250 daytime, unlimited evenings at 6pm,. unlimited weekends, plus free call display. the only requirement is you have to renew for 3 years.
Hmm, I got the $20 month plan plus the 100 LD minutes less the 6 PM unlimited weekends, but only on a two-year contract.

Keigotw, I think you should mention that you have been a loyal customer for seven years. Maybe your first CSR did not notice?

[Keigotw]

Hmm, I got the $20 month plan plus the 100 LD minutes less the 6 PM unlimited weekends, but only on a two-year contract.

Keigotw, I think you should mention that you have been a loyal customer for seven years. Maybe your first CSR did not notice?

The very 1st csr I spoke to, talk was going well then I got cut off, line dropped :(
so I had to call back. after that every csr is just hell. :mad:

[ShaTR]

That is the place I always called
the relations department

when i did it, i was very polite, and called regular rogers dept. i made it clear that telus and bell were offering me a certain plan, and i wanted to switch, but was willing to stay with rogers if they could offer me a good plan also. i also made it clear that i have been doing business with rogers for many years, and i would not like to switch if i don't have to, but the botom line is the bottom line. i actually said "unfortunatly, i like my money more than i like being your customer" :lol:

Did the same thing for my uncles plan, and they always switched me over to relations department without any problems.

ive NEVER called relations directly.

[Keigotw]

when i did it, i was very polite, and called regular rogers dept. i made it clear that telus and bell were offering me a certain plan, and i wanted to switch, but was willing to stay with rogers if they could offer me a good plan also. i also made it clear that i have been doing business with rogers for many years, and i would not like to switch if i don't have to, but the botom line is the bottom line. i actually said "unfortunatly, i like my money more than i like being your customer" :lol:

Did the same thing for my uncles plan, and they always switched me over to relations department without any problems.

ive NEVER called relations directly.

I was polite, I just don't know why they can't just have patience to listen to me. And just give me a hard time :mad:

[HamsterGirl35]

That's pretty good compared to mine, you even got R2R & LD included for just $25.....good for you


I was polite, I just don't know why they can't just have patience to listen to me. And just give me a hard time :mad:

But I didn't give up. I called back again but this time I asked for a csr that can speak chinese (cantonese)
and in the end, I am getting (I hope, if no mistake are made)

$25

250 min
Unlimited weekend/ weeknight @ 6
Call ID
Voice Mail
Rogers 2 Rogers
100 LD/Month
25 txt msg --> $2 (they woudn't give me this )
So comes to $25+2 = $27 + 6.95 + 0.50 = $34.45

$35 fee waived

[bubble.tea]

That's pretty good compared to mine, you even got R2R & LD included for just $25.....good for you
I wonder if all it had to do with...was asking for a Chinese speaking rep. I wonder if you need to speak Chinese yourself....or if all Chinese reps are generous?


NEWSFLASH!!! for best deal by a rep...ask for a Chinese speaking one :lol:

[ShaTR]

I got a chinese speaking rep one time. (he spoke english too, but the accent was HEAVY)

He offered me the $50+SAF+911 plan with 700 daytimg, early evenings, rogers2rogers, CID, etc etc for my uncle. but when i called back, the lady said there was no record of this plan on my file, and it didn't even exist. the max they have is the 500 min. but she may have been BS'ing me... :confused:

ended up getting him the $50 all in plan with 500 min and all above included, so he's happy enuf!

[startomato]

I don't think Chinese rep is more generous, i just called yesterday and talked to one of them, he was simply not willing to talk to me...

[Keigotw]

I wonder if all it had to do with...was asking for a Chinese speaking rep. I wonder if you need to speak Chinese yourself....or if all Chinese reps are generous?


NEWSFLASH!!! for best deal by a rep...ask for a Chinese speaking one :lol:

I didn't need a chinese speaking Rep. With all the years I been with rogers. Today was the 1st time I spoke to a chinese rep. I wasn't getting anywhere with the english speaking ones, So I though of trying a Chinese CSR to see if there was any difference.


I got a chinese speaking rep one time. (he spoke english too, but the accent was HEAVY)

He offered me the $50+SAF+911 plan with 700 daytimg, early evenings, rogers2rogers, CID, etc etc for my uncle. but when i called back, the lady said there was no record of this plan on my file, and it didn't even exist. the max they have is the 500 min. but she may have been BS'ing me... :confused:

ended up getting him the $50 all in plan with 500 min and all above included, so he's happy enuf!

I accepted the offer the csr gave me, and he said he will follow up everything for me. I hope I don't end up with BS :|

[ShaTR]

wut plan did he offer?

fyi, the 50 for 500 i listed above includes SAF+911. so it just 50+tax. still not a bad deal.

[bubble.tea]

I don't think Chinese rep is more generous, i just called yesterday and talked to one of them, he was simply not willing to talk to me...
maybe cuz you're not Chinese! lmao ;)

[trolldealhunter]

just an update, im about half way through a 2yr contract w/3phones on it. i'd like to switch to either a retention plan or a healthcare plan w/ maybe three years and maybe also add another phone on there. Any suggestions?

[bubble.tea]

just an update, im about half way through a 2yr contract w/3phones on it. i'd like to switch to either a retention plan or a healthcare plan w/ maybe three years and maybe also add another phone on there. Any suggestions?
yeah., read the last 100 posts., and stop being such a wanker.

We're all here to help., but when you come up with such a silly question without having done any research to begin with....whaddya expect us to say? :lol:

[trolldealhunter]

yeah., read the last 100 posts., and stop being such a wanker.

We're all here to help., but when you come up with such a silly question without having done any research to begin with....whaddya expect us to say? :lol:


lol, if i did "no research" how the fvck would i know what a health care plan and retention plan is? Do i practise telekinesis? moron

[bubble.tea]

lol, if i did "no research" how the fvck would i know what a health care plan and retention plan is? Do i practise telekinesis? moron
#1 circumventing the swearing filter, is a crime deserving of a ban as per rules.,

#2 The fact that there are constantly +10 people surfing this thread at any one time, and fractionally as many new posts...should indicate to you how many people KNOW to really read this thread (at least the past 100-200 posts) to get the answers they want.

Good luck having someone else hand you your decision-cuz I sure as heck won't do it.

[blazerzr2]

I've been looking through this 310+ pages of posts , but could not find what kind of a deal I could get if I was a NEW Rogers cell customer. I have a phone I received as a gift that I can activate with Rogers and just wondering if any of these "plans" mentioned here are applicable.


All I've found out through these posts is that you have to be an existing customer. What about a new customer package deal?

Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks. :)

[ShaTR]

sry, gotta be a custee for 1yr. get a cheap cellee, use rogers for a year, and hopefully, they will still be offering this plan.

Im guessing in a year, the plan will be offered to new customers anyways. I think bell/telus are getting too competative for them.

[myapple]

I've been looking through this 310+ pages of posts , but could not find what kind of a deal I could get if I was a NEW Rogers cell customer. I have a phone I received as a gift that I can activate with Rogers and just wondering if any of these "plans" mentioned here are applicable.


All I've found out through these posts is that you have to be an existing customer. What about a new customer package deal?

Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks. :)
If u are a new customer, go to pacific mall in markham. pretty much all of the authorized rogers retailers will give u a super good deal on a phone (usually better than the hardware upgrades offered by rogers directly). their plans, however, are not that great. U need to be an existing customer to get the good plans.

[rfdrfd]

If u are a new customer, go to pacific mall in markham. pretty much all of the authorized rogers retailers will give u a super good deal on a phone (usually better than the hardware upgrades offered by rogers directly). their plans, however, are not that great. U need to be an existing customer to get the good plans.

Exactly. This thread is mostly for existing customers. Actually in most cases, NEW customers can get even better deal than existing customers if you go to individual stores. like Pmall or First Markham Place.

[crimsondr]

Exactly. This thread is mostly for existing customers. Actually in most cases, NEW customers can get even better deal than existing customers if you go to individual stores. like Pmall or First Markham Place.
really? i've never seen anything as good as the retention plans...

[ShaTR]

me neither

Corperate or retention plans are the best rogers has. in my experience, they don't even offer new customers anything thats not advertised.

[bubble.tea]

Yes, indeedy, sad but true., you have to be a current customer.

ShatR....do you know for a fact that you have to be a Cx for 1 yr before being laughed out of the Customer Retentions (CxR's) department?

I seem to recall someone bragging about "being in" for only 4 or 5 months?

Cherios.

[Cake eater]

some csr's will give after 3months, but you should be on a more expensive plan...however, from experience and helping friends and family get this plan...they usually have to wait 6months....1 year is a lil too long imo

[bubble.tea]

some csr's will give after 3months, but you should be on a more expensive plan...however, from experience and helping friends and family get this plan..they usually have to wait 6months....1 year is a lil too long imo

:D you tew eh?

[trolldealhunter]

:D you tew eh?


lol, bubble i have been on the plan for a while (abt 6 mos) and prior to that i was on a plan even greater than a year...but ya all difference aside, i think ill call up there line soon and get some news. I will keep all those in my position posted! As a good RFD'er always does :)

[ShaTR]

actually, yeah, my bad. A CSR told me that it was 6 months. cuz when i switched my uncles plan, i wanted my aunt to have the same plan, but since she's with bell, the CSR told me she had to be a current customer. i asked how long, and she said 6 months. She also said this is a limited time blah blah blah and may not be available in 6 months. but who believes that BS... hehe!

[bubble.tea]

actually, yeah, my bad. A CSR told me that it was 6 months. cuz when i switched my uncles plan, i wanted my aunt to have the same plan, but since she's with bell, the CSR told me she had to be a current customer. i asked how long, and she said 6 months. She also said this is a limited time blah blah blah and may not be available in 6 months. but who believes that BS... hehe!
not me :cheesygri

[bubble.tea]

Too bad prices are solid as a rock.

Could only get $50 bumped on the V3i :(

Trying one more time this afternoon then will commit. Such a drag to break up the retention plan reneg & the Hup like this. But what can I do...my friend wants the V3i.

[trolldealhunter]

Too bad prices are solid as a rock.

Could only get $50 bumped on the V3i :(

Trying one more time this afternoon then will commit. Such a drag to break up the retention plan reneg & the Hup like this. But what can I do...my friend wants the V3i.


how much did they offer you for a V3i on a three year? What about a V3 old school?

I still have some phones they gave me about 7 mos ago when i signed up for there 2 yr contract, will they let me keep these?

cheers!

[bubble.tea]

barely got 50 bumped off the new 3 yr price on the V3i.

Yes, all previous phones you hupped c/o Robbers...err Rogers are yours to do as you please with.

[ShaTR]

yeah, im very interested. $50 off how much, the 3yr term price????

I'm using a w600i right now, but ordered the SLVR under my uncles account. gonna try it out when it gets in. im so used to moto's, and this SE has waay too much crap i don't need. MP3 player is nice though.

[bubble.tea]

barely got 50 bumped off the new 3 yr price on the V3i.

Yes, all previous phones you hupped c/o Robbers...err Rogers are yours to do as you please with.
;)

[trolldealhunter]

;)


so robbers dont carry the regular V3 anymore eh?

errr Rogers

[bubble.tea]

WELL...though my friend's account has it documented V3i 229 on a 3 yr., the rep I just spoke to told me that the previous rep was smoking dope...the V3i is NOT YET AVAILABLE TO CxR

SORRY folks....I gotta tell my friend now what he wants to do., wait LONGER....or cave :(

Where do they get these reps from? lol.

[trolldealhunter]

WELL...though my friend's account has it documented V3i 229 on a 3 yr., the rep I just spoke to told me that the previous rep was smoking dope...the V3i is NOT YET AVAILABLE TO CxR

SORRY folks....I gotta tell my friend now what he wants to do., wait LONGER....or cave :(

Where do they get these reps from? lol.


most of their reps are from BC..if you know what i mean ;), lol is your friend going to cave and get the regular V3? If so whats a good price to aim that at?

[ksk]

I'm a long time customer with Rogers. Thanks to this thread I've been talking to a CSR at "Retentions" and this is what she offered me with 2 year contracts:

Plan 1 (me):
$25
250 minutes between 8AM-6PM
Caller ID
Voicemail
Free Evenings and Weekends
Free Rogers to Rogers
Per second billing after the first minute

Plan 2 (wife - new customer):
$20
200 minutes between 8AM-8PM
Caller ID
Voicemail
Free Evenings and Weekends
Free Rogers to Rogers
Per second billing after the first minute

Here's the free phones I was offered: V551, 6101, 3220, 3120, x426

How do these plans and phones look to RFD members? I'd like a bluetooth phone and wouldn't mind some smart phone capabilities...

TIA,
ksk

[kmchow]

Here's the free phones I was offered: V551, 6101, 3220, 3120, x426

How do these plans and phones look to RFD members? I'd like a bluetooth phone and wouldn't mind some smart phone capabilities...

TIA,
ksk
That is an awesome price, you get free caller ID! OTOH, that means your HUP period will take a lot longer!

My dad has the V551. It's not a bad phone and has Bluetooth. True, it is quite big/heavy relative to the other phones these days.

[Intricated]

I'm considering calling in on behalf of my mom, dad, and sister (all have been Rogers wireless customers for at least 3 years each) and getting them on a retention plan (and maybe use their combined revenue as leverage to get a couple extras added to my retention plan!).

Last time I tried to call Rogers for my dad a couple years ago, the rep said he needed to authorize me to speak on his behalf. Is this still required? If so, how do I go about getting authorization for all 3?

[bubble.tea]

I'm considering calling in on behalf of my mom, dad, and sister (all have been Rogers wireless customers for at least 3 years each) and getting them on a retention plan (and maybe use their combined revenue as leverage to get a couple extras added to my retention plan!).

Last time I tried to call Rogers for my dad a couple years ago, the rep said he needed to authorize me to speak on his behalf. Is this still required? If so, how do I go about getting authorization for all 3?
what authorisation...."yes, this is Mrs. Johanssen speaking" says the pre-pubescent boy to the Roger Rep :D.


J/k., yup,. you'll have to add your name to them all.

[afeld]

I'm a long time customer with Rogers. Thanks to this thread I've been talking to a CSR at "Retentions" and this is what she offered me with 2 year contracts:

Plan 1 (me):
$25
250 minutes between 8AM-6PM
Caller ID
Voicemail
Free Evenings and Weekends
Free Rogers to Rogers
Per second billing after the first minute

Plan 2 (wife - new customer):
$20
200 minutes between 8AM-8PM
Caller ID
Voicemail
Free Evenings and Weekends
Free Rogers to Rogers
Per second billing after the first minute

Here's the free phones I was offered: V551, 6101, 3220, 3120, x426

How do these plans and phones look to RFD members? I'd like a bluetooth phone and wouldn't mind some smart phone capabilities...

TIA,
ksk

Just called retention.....I've been with Rogers for over 5 years and asked to get the $25 plan. Was told that since 2002 Rogers doesn't offer per-second billing and that's all. Any idea what did I do/or say wrong?
Thanks

[ksk]

Just called retention.....I've been with Rogers for over 5 years and asked to get the $25 plan. Was told that since 2002 Rogers doesn't offer per-second billing and that's all. Any idea what did I do/or say wrong?
Thanks

I have had the "per second after the first minute" for several years on my month-to-month with Rogers so I asked if I could keep this and apply to my wife's plan and she said she could do that. My existing month-to-month plan (from 2002 or 2001) is called the "Starter $25" plan...

[rayzer]

awsome plan.

i called a few times and the best they can give me is this:
250 mins
free evening and weekends after 6pm
100 LD mins
caller id
V3 with bluetooth headset = $99
-35 admin fee
3 months free local dailing
all for $25/month

I guess it's ok considering my buddy got this same plan but FREE V3 but had to pay the $35 admin fee.

they will be sending the phone to me can't pick it up at the store.

let me know if i got ripped off ?

[trolldealhunter]

awsome plan.

i called a few times and the best they can give me is this:
250 mins
free evening and weekends after 6pm
100 LD mins
caller id
V3 with bluetooth headset = $99
-35 admin fee
3 months free local dailing
all for $25/month

I guess it's ok considering my buddy got this same plan but FREE V3 but had to pay the $35 admin fee.

they will be sending the phone to me can't pick it up at the store.

let me know if i got ripped off ?

yaits pretty good, however, ID like to have voicemail as well as maybe txt also, and 100 for a V3 is a bit too much IMHO!

[bubble.tea]

yaits pretty good, however, ID like to have voicemail as well as maybe txt also, and 100 for a V3 is a bit too much IMHO!
let's not be overly unreasonable. 99 is ok for the V3 and an H500.

what I'm astounded about is the frequent & rampant discrepancies between reps saying there is NO BT HEADSET with the V3....and those saying activation waivable....and the opposite to the two just mentioned.

[trolldealhunter]

let's not be overly unreasonable. 99 is ok for the V3 and an H500.

what I'm astounded about is the frequent & rampant discrepancies between reps saying there is NO BT HEADSET with the V3....and those saying activation waivable....and the opposite to the two just mentioned.

:D ok but not great, in my situation i would need 3 or 4 phones, that means 3-4 hundred dollars :/

[st7860]

if you live in Toronto, Montreal or Vancouver, and you have $300 to spend, you could go to www.buysell.com and buy a city fido contract from someone. city fido is $45/mo + tax, unlimited local calls anytime.

[bubble.tea]

...effectively making it...well you can do the math.

My friends happy, and was sick of waiting for a frikkin' phone that seemingly wasn't going to drop anytime soon enough....The V3i is after all just as annoyingly wide and uncomfortable to hold than the Razr was anyway-bleh.

How it has exploded beyond anyone's expectations is truly beyond me. I mean to keep it in the case, and use it via BT all the time makes perfect sense to me...but the few times I used it-if I'd pick it up and put it to my head....I couldn't help but be conscious of how WIDE it truly was.

[c5ho]

I'm a long time customer with Rogers. Thanks to this thread I've been talking to a CSR at "Retentions" and this is what she offered me with 2 year contracts:

Plan 1 (me):
$25
250 minutes between 8AM-6PM
Caller ID
Voicemail
Free Evenings and Weekends
Free Rogers to Rogers
Per second billing after the first minute

Plan 2 (wife - new customer):
$20
200 minutes between 8AM-8PM
Caller ID
Voicemail
Free Evenings and Weekends
Free Rogers to Rogers
Per second billing after the first minute

Here's the free phones I was offered: V551, 6101, 3220, 3120, x426

How do these plans and phones look to RFD members? I'd like a bluetooth phone and wouldn't mind some smart phone capabilities...

TIA,
ksk

I finally decided today and this is what I got, using my dad's account that has been open since 1994.

Phone #1 - the common retension plan:

$25/month
250 daytime
unlimited eve/wknds @ 6pm
R2R
100 LD
CID
*I really tried for VM but couldn't get it

L6 for $64.99

Phone #2 - a new phone

$25/month
150 daytime
1000 eve/wknds @ 9pm
1000 R2R
$5 for CID but $5 credit


Now I have a couple of questions:

1. Is it possible to get a headset with the L6?
2. I asked about the V3 and I was quoted $129.99. How are people getting it for $99?
3. ksk, how were you able to get all those features even on your wife's new plan? I was told that on the second phone I got, I had to get one of the existing Roger's plans. Do you know if your wife's phone corresponds to one of the existing Roger's plans?
4. I think that because you had per second billing previously, they were able to give it to you again. I have heard that it is almost impossible to get that on any new plan. I'm surprised that you were able to get free VM and CID on 2 year contracts though. Any idea how to get that? Did you just ask and they gave it to you or was there some negotiating involved?

TIA for the input.

[bubble.tea]

occasionally Motorola sends a whole bunch of promotional headsets., or Plantronics for example to Rogers to push their products. This is why we've heard of the headsets being included. I've also heard that occasionaly the headsets are actually part of the box with the Razr....hence them not being separate and added to any phone...hence ONLY V3.

Per second IS available on certain plans even now...example., on my online profile and several other peoples' the $45/700min plan shows exact pricing.


Considering the L6's new price of 79.99 on a 3 yr and they gave it to you for 64.99.....it just goes to show how TIGHT, new releases get treated when discounts come into play. From a business POV...it only makes sense doesn't it.

[rayzer]

i don't get it

i asked for R2R and they said they don't have it anymore

i asked for V3i and they said it's very expensive even for 3 yr.

you have to call and get someone who is willing to help. I use to work for Bell and each sale or service added is a bonus (to the rep of course) and we get commission on it.

guess some reps don't know to sell sell and retain the people (us) even though they are giving it free they still making money off of someone else.

:confused:

[trolldealhunter]

i don't get it

i asked for R2R and they said they don't have it anymore

i asked for V3i and they said it's very expensive even for 3 yr.

you have to call and get someone who is willing to help. I use to work for Bell and each sale or service added is a bonus (to the rep of course) and we get commission on it.

guess some reps don't know to sell sell and retain the people (us) even though they are giving it free they still making money off of someone else.

:confused:


yep, its really quite hit and miss!

[tdestiny8]

i have a quick question..I am hoping to know the answer before I call Rogers..
I had a friend put me on a corp plan that works for Rogers...I wouldnt qualify for the plan however...I do want to switch to a different corp plan..if I call in will they question my account? like will i have to provide a employee number or something to switch it?

[bubble.tea]

i have a quick question..I am hoping to know the answer before I call Rogers..
I had a friend put me on a corp plan that works for Rogers...I wouldnt qualify for the plan however...I do want to switch to a different corp plan..if I call in will they question my account? like will i have to provide a employee number or something to switch it?
doubtful.

[blazerzr2]

Little background: I am on a Rogers corporate plan with my company, have about 2 1/2 years left of a 3 year, but been with Rogers for about 4 years now ( I renewed the contract and got a better cell phone) and I'm looking to get a plan for my dad. So, I decided to call Rogers Customer Relations and this is what happened:

So.. I just called Rogers and asked them what my options were for a plan for my dad and this is what they offered me.

1. If under my corporate plan, they'll give me:

$20/month
200 Anytime minutes
Unlimited Evening/Weekend
Free Rogers to Rogers

2. If not under corporate,

$25.00/month
200 Anytime minutes
Unlimited Evenings/Weekends
100 Long Distance Minutes
Caller ID
But, requires a minimu 2 year contract.

What do you think? How can I haggle for plan #2 down to $20 or plan #1 to include the long distance and caller id?

Any suggestions would be great!!!

[Benny]

I'm gonna go to Pacific Mall on the weekend. I qualify for many corp plans as well as family members (one of them is the health care plan). I'm thinking of getting the V3i. or would you guys sugest the v551? Also people have been saying they get it free as well as with free bluetooth with 3 piece - (charger, case, something else). If anyone of you have contacts please pm me.

What other phones would be good to think about.

its the $18
200 minutes
free caller id
VM
per second billing (does that actually start after 60 seconds?)
weekends.
free evenings at 8:00 (can someone confirm this or is there no evenings at all)
I'm also a student so can they hook up rogers to rogers for me?

am i missing anything else? oh yah since this is Tier A for HUP(do u need to reactive 3 years every time u want a new phone?)

is there any other plan that has Tier A

Which is the 200minutes, $20 evenings starting at 6:00? Is that better or no?

Oh i might get 2 phones so can i do group calling - hook them up so its free between them - which i thinkis one of the features - so thats like family plan but u dont share minutes - WHICH IS GREAT!!!

Please let m know anything thing else i need to know. Oh yah if ur goin to pmall and ur not asian - what would u suggest if ur trying to get the bet deal? bring an asian friend along or just go myself or with someone else. please lmk thanks.

[HowEver]

Benny, it's hard to complain about the millionth post being made here being off topic, but this is a retention deals thread, not the look at what I can get in a corporate plan thread.

I will say though that obviously you've done your research and you know not to go to Pacific Mall.

Look up the Rogers subforum at howardforums.com and you'll know where to go that's not too far from you.

But it seems like you would already know this.

[bubble.tea]

Please hop over to this thread (http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showthread.php?t=293607), and share your experiences.

[st7860]

I'm gonna go to Pacific Mall on the weekend. I qualify for many corp plans as well as family members (one of them is the health care plan). I'm thinking of getting the V3i. or would you guys sugest the v551? Also people have been saying they get it free as well as with free bluetooth with 3 piece - (charger, case, something else). If anyone of you have contacts please pm me.

What other phones would be good to think about.

its the $18
200 minutes
free caller id
VM
per second billing (does that actually start after 60 seconds?)
weekends.
free evenings at 8:00 (can someone confirm this or is there no evenings at all)
I'm also a student so can they hook up rogers to rogers for me?

am i missing anything else? oh yah since this is Tier A for HUP(do u need to reactive 3 years every time u want a new phone?)

is there any other plan that has Tier A

Which is the 200minutes, $20 evenings starting at 6:00? Is that better or no?

Oh i might get 2 phones so can i do group calling - hook them up so its free between them - which i thinkis one of the features - so thats like family plan but u dont share minutes - WHICH IS GREAT!!!

Please let m know anything thing else i need to know. Oh yah if ur goin to pmall and ur not asian - what would u suggest if ur trying to get the bet deal? bring an asian friend along or just go myself or with someone else. please lmk thanks.


the V551 is rather out of date. try one of the newer V3i, x, black, pink, and so on.

and, $99 for a V3 is totally unreasonable. go for something cheaper. If you can walk into a store and get a V3 for $0 from some stores, YOU Should be able to do it too.

[akz]

corporate plans can not be changed.. I dont understand why ppl dont get that in their mind... if they change they are no longner a corporate plan just a retention plan + 25 extra daytime minutes... thats it .. lol corporate plans are take it or leave it..

[bubble.tea]

corporate plans can not be changed.. I dont understand why ppl dont get that in their mind... if they change they are no longner a corporate plan just a retention plan + 25 extra daytime minutes... thats it .. lol corporate plans are take it or leave it..
not true...sorry akz...you're the king of credits...but on this one. You're mistaken.

[equanimity]

I'm with Rogers on a 3 year contract, just finished 1 year a few days ago.
corporate plan
$23/month
200 daytime
unlimited evenings (after 6pm)
unlimited weekends
free voicemail
free call waiting, call forwarding, 3-way calling
free call display
persecond billing

They also gave me:
free headset, leather case, car charger ($89 value)
no activation fee (saved $35)

Do you think they will give me free Rogers to Rogers? Or am I asking too much with the deal I already have? What number would I call for this?

Thanks!

[tmleafs26]

I'm with Rogers on a 3 year contract, just finished 1 year a few days ago.
corporate plan
$23/month
200 daytime
unlimited evenings (after 6pm)
unlimited weekends
free voicemail
free call waiting, call forwarding, 3-way calling
free call display
persecond billing

They also gave me:
free headset, leather case, car charger ($89 value)
no activation fee (saved $35)

Do you think they will give me free Rogers to Rogers? Or am I asking too much with the deal I already have? What number would I call for this?

Thanks!

Don't push your luck! - I'm assuming its a corporate plan?
This is the same plan I have, it's tough to squeeze anything more out of it

[ustaad]

Why not ask and see, worst case they will say no.

I'm with Rogers on a 3 year contract, just finished 1 year a few days ago.
corporate plan
$23/month
200 daytime
unlimited evenings (after 6pm)
unlimited weekends
free voicemail
free call waiting, call forwarding, 3-way calling
free call display
persecond billing

They also gave me:
free headset, leather case, car charger ($89 value)
no activation fee (saved $35)

Do you think they will give me free Rogers to Rogers? Or am I asking too much with the deal I already have? What number would I call for this?

Thanks!

[bubble.tea]

Already read of one person claiming they hupped the W810 via retentions. Anyone else hook it up?

I find it highly unlikely...but who knows...maybe it got pushed a LOT HARDER than the V3i to being introduced into Customer Relations.

[ShaTR]

Is anyone's phones being delayed in shipping. My uncles HUP was done on the 10th and still no progress :( WTF!!!!!!!!

[mushroomcheese]

Hey,

Sorry kinda new to this whole Rogers phone plan stuff but am looking into getting a cell phone. Couple questions though.

Right now there are 2 cell phones in the family, both under contract with Rogers. I'm pretty sure it's been over 2 years that we've been with Rogers.

By trying to get this deal, would it only start once you've finished your current contract or cancel the current one and start this one for 1 or 2 years?

Is it possible to switch phones and get this contract?

Do you have to use the V300 or can you use any phone with this plan?

I am asking because I am interested in getting the W810i from Rogers with this plan.

[bubble.tea]

mushroom and cheese., welcome to the thread. Please have a good attempt to read through the previous 100-200 or more posts., and get back if you're still lost. The information is right there., and as a sign of effort on your part., the least you can do is that much. If you're still lost., come back and someone will gladly help you out. :)

[mushroomcheese]

i read about the first 6 pages before i realized I was reading posts that date back to 2004 haha. Anyways yeah I'll try reading a bit more but if anyone could answer my questions I would appreciate it nonetheless.

[HowEver]

What the hey, please disregard my post about 1000 pages back saying "read the thread yourself."

The current contract gets cancelled, new one starts the next billilng cycle (one month~).

It's *best* to switch phones to get this deal. That's an important part, the savings on the new phone are equal to what new customers get; although people getting new activations often forget how important the monthly charge is. "Hey, what a great $0 phone!" Really, what do you pay per month? Sometimes, it's enough to buy that phone 4 times over in a year, over top of what a retention or corporate deal saves you.

The v300 is last century's phone. Whole new slate of phones. Perhaps including the w801i.


Hey,

Sorry kinda new to this whole Rogers phone plan stuff but am looking into getting a cell phone. Couple questions though.

Right now there are 2 cell phones in the family, both under contract with Rogers. I'm pretty sure it's been over 2 years that we've been with Rogers.

By trying to get this deal, would it only start once you've finished your current contract or cancel the current one and start this one for 1 or 2 years?

Is it possible to switch phones and get this contract?

Do you have to use the V300 or can you use any phone with this plan?

I am asking because I am interested in getting the W810i from Rogers with this plan.

[bubble.tea]

............The v300 is last century's phone. Whole new slate of phones. Perhaps including the w801i.
>:( the pain and sorrow...

[br0pbr0p]

I have a similar plan except mine is $5 more.

Monthly Plan - $30.00

* Bonus 50 Minutes
* Unltd Eve/Wkend / 150 Wkday

Additional Services

* Detailed Billing
* Network Features *

Additional Charges**

* 911 Emergency Svc Access Fee - $0.50 - Monthly
* System Access Fee - $6.95 - Monthly

Discount(s)

* Better Choice Bundles 15% Disc

I will give them a call and see if they will match it.

[kmchow]

i read about the first 6 pages before i realized I was reading posts that date back to 2004 haha. Anyways yeah I'll try reading a bit more but if anyone could answer my questions I would appreciate it nonetheless.
Perhaps the forum admins could break this thread down to each year or last half a year for more relevancy and utility?

[st7860]

$25/mo 250 daytime and unlimited E/W at 6pm. eligibilty: anyone who has been a rogers customer for 6 months

[bubble.tea]

Perhaps the forum admins could break this thread down to each year or last half a year for more relevancy and utility?
well...truthfully., once we hit 5000 posts...you can do whatever you want...before that...any such repeat suggestions should be treated with banishment! http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/laugh.gif

[silentg]

I've got rogers to rogers free plan with incoming free and 200 day time mins. and 1000 Evenings after 7 and 1000 weekends. Rogers to Rogers was just for students about few months ago.

If any of you're students then try calling and see if they still offer that.

[McPaul]

If I were going to sign up on Rogers tomorrow, what is the best deal I could get for a Nokia 6682, a matching case, top of the line nokia or plantronics headset, and what would be the best plan I could get as a brand new customer on a 3 year term for about $25-35? I understand I can get something called 1183 which gives me 200/early eve&wknds/call display for $25. Is this the best I can do as a new customer? and are they still giving out free calling for 6 months at the stores?

Thanks!

(and yes, that's definitely the phone I'm getting)

[trolldealhunter]

I've got rogers to rogers free plan with incoming free and 200 day time mins. and 1000 Evenings after 7 and 1000 weekends. Rogers to Rogers was just for students about few months ago.

If any of you're students then try calling and see if they still offer that.


yep i am a student and i will try that! r2r is extremely important for me!

[WeeB]

i just called and she said the best they had to offer was $37 for unlim/eve and weekend @6 with 150 daytime minutes with no ther features. She said the prices had recently been raised.

[bubble.tea]

..... She said the prices had recently been raised.
Oh Dear Lord of All that is sweet and Holy!!!! :lol:

[WeeB]

haha....yeah imma call back later, and threaten to cancel....see what happens

[bubble.tea]

haha....yeah imma call back later, and threaten to cancel....see what happens
geebis....don't threaten....subtly hint at cancelling. It's all in the tone, and personality. ;)

[WeeB]

will do thanks for the hint

[st7860]

here's what you do
do not negotiate, cajole, threaten, fart, etc

simply, IF you have been a Rogers customer for 6 months,

call in to that number, and ask for

"I want to renew my plan for 3 years, and get the $25/mo 250 daytime with unlimited evenings at 6pm and unlimited weekends, with free call display"

[WeeB]

does it have to be 3 years?? ive read some people doing it on one year contracts.

[WeeB]

just called back and got the plan on a 1 year contract with free call display and free voicemail. I am happy with that. Amazing what a difference there can be between two different reps.

[bubble.tea]

Amazing what a difference there can be between two different reps.


Oh Yeah. Don't get us started on that note! http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/lolup.gifhttp://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/lolup.gif

[trolldealhunter]

hmm i think i am ready to call in, right now i have 3 phones on the contract, one has been with rogers for 6+ mos, the other two for atleast 1.5 yrs. I need to add another phone onto the contract, as i said R2R is pretty important since we all call each other's phone mostly ;), ill call em later on tonight or tommorow :p cheers!

[bubble.tea]

hmm i think i am ready to call in, right now i have 3 phones on the contract, one has been with rogers for 6+ mos, the other two for atleast 1.5 yrs. I need to add another phone onto the contract, as i said R2R is pretty important since we all call each other's phone mostly ;), ill call em later on tonight or tommorow :p cheers!
tight!

plz ask if the W810 is avail and what their best price on it for you could be. Just curious. I'm nowhere near any position to get a hup., as I used them all up., AND all my pre-hups. lol.

[trolldealhunter]

tight!

plz ask if the W810 is avail and what their best price on it for you could be. Just curious. I'm nowhere near any position to get a hup., as I used them all up., AND all my pre-hups. lol.


ok, for sure :) just heads up though, to get a HUP you must update your plan, right?

[skanji]

I'm nowhere near any position to get a hup., as I used them all up., AND all my pre-hups. lol.

I'm doing my hups roughly once a year...but for some odd reason I am getting better deals than what is stated on the HUP plans. I feel there is something to be said about tenure (which is currently *not* a factor in the current HUP program)

[WeeB]

I just renewed for a year but didnt bother asking about hardware upgrades. What kind of price u think they would give me on a razr?

[Keiichi]

I renewed for 3 years and I got a W600i for $29.

My other friend signed a new contract for 3 years and got the SLVR for $29 as well!

[st7860]

I just renewed for a year but didnt bother asking about hardware upgrades. What kind of price u think they would give me on a razr?

renewing for a year probably gets nothing.

renewing for 3 years may get you a discount off the phone PLUS the $35 renewal charge removed.

remember people, unlike telus with their maximum $720 3 year cancellation fee, with Rogers you pay a maximum of $200.

[trolldealhunter]

BUMP, just found out that my dads TL can use the RAZR w/ the HFL - :D time to order FOUR razrs!!!!

[DKwan416]

My Rogers contract expires in approx. 1 month, and im looking for a retention plan. However, when i called the ## in the first post, it wasnt rogers at all. (i know the first post is 2 years old)
could someone post or PM the new ##?
thanks

[WeeB]

still the same number

[DKwan416]

^^ i just called in and spoke with a rep. now im in a bit of a dilemma

either:

$25
200 anytime
unlim. eve/wknd@6pm
call display

OR (upgrade my employee plan)

$25
200 anytime
unlim. eve/wknd@6pm
Free Rogers-to-Rogers calling


for those interested, the w810i is now on the database. $399 for a 2-year contract before mail-in-rebate (349 after)... $299 for 3-year after mail in rebate



which plan would you go with?

[castik]

$25
200 anytime
Free call display (ask for it for free)
Unlim. eve/wknd@6pm
Free Rogers-to-Rogers calling

That's what I got w/ no contract...awesome deal!

[bubble.tea]

ok, for sure :) just heads up though, to get a HUP you must update your plan, right?
no.

If you're a standard plan., you're HUP policy is handled as per expenditures per BAN (Billing Account Number)

I just renewed for a year but didnt bother asking about hardware upgrades. What kind of price u think they would give me on a razr?
I'd say a great one.
I'm doing my hups roughly once a year...but for some odd reason I am getting better deals than what is stated on the HUP plans. I feel there is something to be said about tenure (which is currently *not* a factor in the current HUP program)
Dude, elaborate., are you on a corporate account with hup eligibility cycles of 12 months? Are you on a standard plan with annual expenditures putting you well in a favourable posn to MERIT credits for a hup? Are you frivolous enough that you just don't care and pay the extra pre-hup penalties for your phone? OR Are you just taking advantage of Customer Relations and making this an annual thing where you test the waters, and milk them for all their worth?

p.s. If you're doing hups via Customer Relations...what's the mystery. Isn't the WHOLE POINT of Relations having the power to offer BETTER DEALS than what is offered as per normal by other departments :confused:
^for those interested, the w810i is now on the database. $399 for a 2-year contract before mail-in-rebate (349 after)... $299 for 3-year after mail in rebate...........

DKWan., IS THIS THE same dkwan who put out the dance video that Napolean Dynamite was training to in his movie http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/laugh.gif

[DKwan416]

$25
200 anytime
Free call display (ask for it for free)
Unlim. eve/wknd@6pm
Free Rogers-to-Rogers calling

That's what I got w/ no contract...awesome deal!

i can just ASK for things to be added?! on what grounds does the rep have the authority to grant me random features?

[keithse]

Can you give me some details on how to approach to rogers to get such a deal?
which number to call?
should i ask for contract renewal and then request for better HUP or simply ask for HUP?

I renewed for 3 years and I got a W600i for $29.

My other friend signed a new contract for 3 years and got the SLVR for $29 as well!

[trolldealhunter]

Can you give me some details on how to approach to rogers to get such a deal?
which number to call?
should i ask for contract renewal and then request for better HUP or simply ask for HUP?


if you want to change your plan you need to ask for a contract renewal obviously (if you want a better plan). However if you just want to upgrade your phone, go for a HUP..

[skanji]

Dude, elaborate., are you on a corporate account with hup eligibility cycles of 12 months? Are you on a standard plan with annual expenditures putting you well in a favourable posn to MERIT credits for a hup? Are you frivolous enough that you just don't care and pay the extra pre-hup penalties for your phone? OR Are you just taking advantage of Customer Relations and making this an annual thing where you test the waters, and milk them for all their worth?


I am on a standard corporate plan with 3 phones on my account. The total is roughly $100/month. I got the w600i for $80 about 3 months ago.

Yep, definitely speaking to Customer Relations and making it an annual thing...

Sound familiar BT? ;)

[trolldealhunter]

I am on a standard corporate plan with 3 phones on my account. The total is roughly $100/month. I got the w600i for $80 about 3 months ago.

Yep, definitely speaking to Customer Relations and making it an annual thing...

Sound familiar BT? ;)


we also have 3 phones on the plan, but we hit 160 this month... :(, how did you get the corp plan may i ask?

[bubble.tea]

we also have 3 phones on the plan, but we hit 160 this month... :(, how did you get the corp plan may i ask?
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/lolup.gifhttp://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/lolup.gifmaybe he works at a company that has a corp plan contract with Rogers?

I am on a standard corporate plan with 3 phones on my account. The total is roughly $100/month. I got the w600i for $80 about 3 months ago.

Yep, definitely speaking to Customer Relations and making it an annual thing...

Sound familiar BT? ;)
100 for 3 lines...well done. I'm at ~120 I think., haven't PUSHED that hard for credits, and 1000LD isn't credited so that's the difference probably? Maybe my corp just sucks compared to yours.
$80 is pretty decent
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/laugh.gifhttp://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/laugh.gif

[trolldealhunter]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/lolup.gifhttp://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/lolup.gifmaybe he works at a company that has a corp plan contract with Rogers?


100 for 3 lines...well done. I'm at ~120 I think., haven't PUSHED that hard for credits, and 1000LD isn't credited so that's the difference probably? Maybe my corp just sucks compared to yours.
$80 is pretty decent
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/laugh.gifhttp://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/laugh.gif


i MEANT to ask what company he got it w/ , im really good with photoshop ;P

btw the http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/lolup.gif smiley is gay!

[bubble.tea]

i MEANT to ask what company he got it w/ , im really good with photoshop ;P

btw the http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/lolup.gif smiley is gay!
awwww...I think it's pretty good at conveying the vibe http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/hello.gif. What's your thing about photoshop :confused:

[trolldealhunter]

ok guys i called and this is what i got offered

6MOS unlim on all Phones (4)
25 dollars a month each line
Unlim After 6pm
Free Callder ID + VM for 1yr (5/mo after that)
R2R
250 daytime mins
3yr term

First Razr 50 (fees waived)
other three 99 each (first fee waved, + 70 dollar for other two)

Last three razors come w/ bluetooth headset!!!!

Also he dropped payment on new line for 1 mo


He also offered to drop it down too 20/mo if i wanted 8pm!!

[trolldealhunter]

awwww...I think it's pretty good at conveying the vibe http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/hello.gif. What's your thing about photoshop :confused:


hehe joke, gimme feedback on the plan!

edit: common guys this guy will be calling me back! ;) - he gave me whatever i asked for, what else shall i ask for? besides a bj ;)

[belfour]

ok guys i called and this is what i got offered

6MOS unlim on all Phones (4)
25 dollars a month each line
Unlim After 6pm
Free Callder ID + VM for 1yr (5/mo after that)
R2R
250 daytime mins
3yr term

First Razr 50 (fees waived)
other three 99 each (first fee waved, + 70 dollar for other two)

Last three razors come w/ bluetooth headset!!!!

Also he dropped payment on new line for 1 mo


He also offered to drop it down too 20/mo if i wanted 8pm!!

Good plan especially with R2R.. maybe try asking for 100LD (or 1000LD) for couple of the phones.. say that 1 or 2 family members always make a lot of LD calls..

[trolldealhunter]

Good plan especially with R2R.. maybe try asking for 100LD (or 1000LD) for couple of the phones.. say that 1 or 2 family members always make a lot of LD calls..


thanks, i got a good CSR this guy was going buck wild on me, giving me whatever i offered, i will try for asking for the LD, and i will try my hardest to get the processing fees dropped even further :) i gotto wait for BT's feedback on this :P

[mushroomcheese]

what exactly is Rogers to Rogers?

and when you request a HUP can you also get one of these plans with the new phone if you get a contract renewal?

[bubble.tea]

6MOS unlim on all Phones (4)
25 dollars a month each line
Unlim After 6pmFree Callder ID + VM for 1yr (5/mo after that)
R2R
250 daytime mins
3yr term

First Razr 50 (fees waived)
other three 99 each (first fee waved, + 70 dollar for other two)

Last three razors come w/ bluetooth headset!!!!

Also he dropped payment on new line for 1 mo

He also offered to drop it down too 20/mo if i wanted 8pm!!
Frankly., this is pretty tight. The only thing he left out was the 100LD gratuity. (freely included). If you ever leave home, and check VM or answer the phone outside your local calling area...you'll find this saves you money BIG TIME.

Other than that. Congratulations., You SERIOUSLY lucked out...plan wise, and bonus headsets wise.

If you are a modest person I'd be very happy with that the main is R2R which was tight.

If you're stubborn, and want to push your luck and potentially chalk up another reason why CxR should shut down...well the sky is the limit on what "other goodies" you could ask for...but hey...if this guy truly is bending over backwards...the trick is in negotiations...Get HIM to offer you anything else., fun packs., 1000LD etc etc. Cheers.

I'm humbled you asked me twice for feedback...I was seemingly successfully trying to ween my pathetic self off my RFD addiction.

[trolldealhunter]

Frankly., this is pretty tight. The only thing he left out was the 100LD gratuity. (freely included). If you ever leave home, and check VM or answer the phone outside your local calling area...you'll find this saves you money BIG TIME.

Other than that. Congratulations., You SERIOUSLY lucked out...plan wise, and bonus headsets wise.

If you are a modest person I'd be very happy with that the main is R2R which was tight.

If you're stubborn, and want to push your luck and potentially chalk up another reason why CxR should shut down...well the sky is the limit on what "other goodies" you could ask for...but hey...if this guy truly is bending over backwards...the trick is in negotiations...Get HIM to offer you anything else., fun packs., 1000LD etc etc. Cheers.

I'm humbled you asked me twice for feedback...I was seemingly successfully trying to ween my pathetic self off my RFD addiction.

thanks man, i only asked for your feedback cuz it seems you are the guru of this thread ;) i will make this niggag bend over for me :P haha cheers

[bubble.tea]

hehe you're kind description of guru., is probably more aptly described as FORUM JUNKIE! http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/laugh.gifhttp://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/laugh.gif

Last thing I forgot to mention. Unless it's currently available., your 6 months of local airtime bonus (unlimited local calling) is exactly that. The CHATNSEND will only be for 3 months...so don't forget about it then come month 4 get hit with +$50 in overages for rogue txt and mms/vid messaging ;)

Now if you can manage to record the conversation, and repeat word for word everything that is offered...that would be the best!

[trolldealhunter]

ok guys :D maybe the best deal had on here?

THe guy gave me

for a 3year contract, 4 lines...

25/mo (first month free for one line)
250min daytime
unlim after 6pm + weekends
free Rogers to Rogers
Voicemail and caller ID for 1year free
unlimited calls for 6 mos on one line, 3 mos on the other three

Phones

1 Pink Motorola RazR for 50 bucks, fees waived
3 Black Motorola RazR's for 99 each, two 70 dollar administration fees charged

[belfour]

why is it "two 70 dollar administration fees charged"

...that would be like the same as 4 $35 admin fees charged for all the phones.. never hear of $70 admin fee.

[ShaTR]

ok guys :D maybe the best deal had on here?

THe guy gave me

for a 3year contract, 4 lines...

25/mo (first month free for one line)
250min daytime
unlim after 6pm + weekends
free Rogers to Rogers
Voicemail and caller ID for 1year free
unlimited calls for 6 mos on one line, 3 mos on the other three

Phones

1 Pink Motorola RazR for 50 bucks, fees waived
3 Black Motorola RazR's for 99 each, two 70 dollar administration fees charged

same as regular admin fee. just 4x35 bucks for 4 lines. i got them to credit me 15 per line though, so my admin fee was only 20 bucks. not the best, but not as bad as 35 per.

As for yoru plan, i got the same thing, cept 3 months on all 5 of my phones free. and the V3's came with bluetooth headsets. didn't care to push for more free local, as i never go over the 250 daytime, and neither does my family. and CID is free always, not just for 1 yr. but no voicemail. they wouln't budge on that :(

[trolldealhunter]

same as regular admin fee. just 4x35 bucks for 4 lines. i got them to credit me 15 per line though, so my admin fee was only 20 bucks. not the best, but not as bad as 35 per.

As for yoru plan, i got the same thing, cept 3 months on all 5 of my phones free. and the V3's came with bluetooth headsets. didn't care to push for more free local, as i never go over the 250 daytime, and neither does my family. and CID is free always, not just for 1 yr. but no voicemail. they wouln't budge on that :(


yepp sorry forgot to add i got 3 free plantronics headsets, i will talk to the guy abt the admin fees, he only charged 2 so 2x35=70..i probably got confused.

he also gaveme 100LD free..

So the rest of the stuff is good?

[ShaTR]

too be expected.

Anyways, not a competition. If your paying less money, or getting more stuff, and your happy, its all good!

Enjoy :)

[trolldealhunter]

too be expected.

Anyways, not a competition. If your paying less money, or getting more stuff, and your happy, its all good!

Enjoy :)


thx bro, only concern was paying so much for the razrs..no more money for games :(

[bubble.tea]

thx bro, only concern was paying so much for the razrs..no more money for games :(
what a punk., as if the bill is being paid purely by yourself http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/laugh.gifhttp://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/laugh.gif

[WristShot]

i just talked to Rogers' cancellation/retentions people and was offered

for $20:
250 minutes
eve/weekends from 6pm
caller ID/call display
(3 years)

no long distance or Rogers-to-Rogers though -- anyways i could maybe give up my 6pm evenings for R2R?
and no text messaging perks included

Sony W600 for $129 or Samsung T609 for $149

can I do better?

[bubble.tea]

i just talked to Rogers' cancellation/retentions people and was offered

for $20:
250 minutes
eve/weekends from 6pm
caller ID/call display
(3 years)

no long distance or Rogers-to-Rogers though -- anyways i could maybe give up my 6pm evenings for R2R?
and no text messaging perks included

Sony W600 for $129 or Samsung T609 for $149

can I do better?
sure., pm me your name, address, birthdate, and phone number. I'll do better for you.

[aingaran]

sure., pm me your name, address, birthdate, and phone number. I'll do better for you.

You serious? If so, I'll send you mine. :D

[trolldealhunter]

You serious? If so, I'll send you mine. :D


lol :P

[bubble.tea]

You serious? If so, I'll send you mine. :D
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/supergayii.gif



http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/laugh.gif

[st7860]

that sounds romantic

[trolldealhunter]

that sounds romantic


sexual in nature maybe even! ;)

[aingaran]

Perhaps, that's what I implied.........hmmm...

[trolldealhunter]

RFD ORGIE anybody??? these two are into it!!!

[st7860]

http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=orgy

[bubble.tea]

RFD ORGIE anybody??? these two are into it!!!
I hope you're not counting myself in this "two" of yours above.

One would think, after all the mad lessons I imparted you'd show a bit more restraint than that. :|

[aingaran]

How sad.. This is the closest to getting any action I've been in ages.

[st7860]

How sad.. This is the closest to getting any action I've been in ages.

youtube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G2ThAvCeHX4)

[aingaran]

I saw the title "Meatspin" and I'd rather not watch it.. I've heard about this.. One of my co-workers sent me that same video..

[st7860]

I saw the title "Meatspin" and I'd rather not watch it.. I've heard about this.. One of my co-workers sent me that same video..

Youtube doesn't allow any adult material. Its just a movie of some guys laughing.

[trolldealhunter]

Youtube doesn't allow any adult material. Its just a movie of some guys laughing.


you and bubble tea got together to film meatspin...dont lie please

[bubble.tea]

now that you wankers have defaced this awesome thread with your prepubescent attempts at gauging what true sexual intercourse is all about, how about we get back to talking about the HOT DEAL for RW Customers :twisted: .

p.s. If you feel you STILL need to talk about sex, orgies, and the like, and who is doing what with whom...go here (http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showthread.php?t=290849).

For the record., I ain't no http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/supergayii.gif http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/laugh.gif

[trolldealhunter]

Respek!

[bubble.tea]

Respek!
WAGWAN!http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/laugh.gif

[st7860]

you and bubble tea got together to film meatspin...dont lie please

thats untrue

[ShaTR]

WAGWAN!http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/laugh.gif

GWANANATING?!?!?! :lol:

[bubble.tea]

GWANANATING?!?!?! :lol:
Earrrr me Now! http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/laugh.gif

[ShaTR]

Earrrr me Now! http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/laugh.gif

well, mi nah go say me dooit, but me go tink bout it!! ;)

[bubble.tea]

well, mi nah go say me dooit, but me go tink bout it!! ;)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/threadjacked.gif

Az U eva gawt' any Oe's Preggaz?

seriously., I'm off to bed now boyz. It's been fun...unfortunately tonight informatively though...this thread sucked Royally :(

[ShaTR]

well, lets see, if a condom is effective 99.9 % of the time, id have to say yes..... twice :lol:

g'night bro!

[Evil Techie]

Warning: get back on topic!

this is not a chatting forum
use msn or any other instant messengers to do your own private chat please

[WristShot]

lol. thanks for the "offers" to help.

i think i'm gonna have to try again late tonight
when i called in during lunch, the CSR i spoke to decided my plan was now $33 up from $20.

what works if you're looking for a HUP is to mention a store retailer that is selling the phone for $X at a similar contract term, even if the store's contract is less attractive than what the CSR is offering

[bubble.tea]

i think i'm gonna have to try again late tonight
when i called in during lunch, the CSR i spoke to decided my plan was now $33 up from $20.
that's the problem with delaying.

If you get a good offer TAKE IT!

don't fret>call in again>Surely you'll luck out :)

[WristShot]

that's the problem with delaying.

If you get a good offer TAKE IT!

don't fret>call in again>Surely you'll luck out :)

will do! i'd really like if they could include R2R though, it seems almost like a toss-in. i politely asked about having it included but she seemed quite adamant it'd much more.

[DarkEternity]

With retention plans, do you still have to pay for system access fee and 911 service charge?

[bubble.tea]

With retention plans, do you still have to pay for system access fee and 911 service charge?

WOW...try as I may., I can't find anything to be cynical about with this seemingly well put wish list hehe.

My dear friend., the answer to your question is wherever you put your mind to it, or in the concept of relativity.

Most of the posters here haven't received "free SAF or 911"., however there are some plans such as the "500 daytime for $50including SAF" that you can argue semantically gives it for free.

Speaking about relativity...with various people receiving various credits to drive even reputedly-a guru such as myself BERZERk., you can simply be happy that one or more of these $5 credits though technically are being applied to credit the VM, or CID, or whatever else-are in fact covering your SAF :), but who'm I to spit in Einstein's theory?

To answer your question more directly, I would have to say VERRRY few people have made the claim of receiving SAF WAIVED.

[mushroomcheese]

what exactly is Rogers to Rogers?

and when you request a HUP can you also get one of these plans with the new phone if you get a contract renewal?

[We'reGonnaWin]

I would have to say VERRRY few people have made the claim of receiving SAF WAIVED.

I'm thinking you have to be signed on to a relatively expensive plan (i.e. a $50 plan) to even have a chance at no SAF.

what exactly is Rogers to Rogers?

and when you request a HUP can you also get one of these plans with the new phone if you get a contract renewal?

Rogers-to-rogers is basically unlimited (1000 minutes?) of calling for calls between rogers customers. and you can get a HUP with a contract renewal, which is what i did.

As for me, I asked for a rentention plan like so:

$20-
300 anytime minutes (the CSP bumped this up to 300 from 250 as a supposed bonus) :)
eve/wkends from 6pm
CID/Vmail

$129 Samsung T609 (later reduced to $99)

I tried asking for unlimited incoming or Rogers-to-Rogers, and she just said it wasn't possible under their current "marketing". Would've shelled out extra for those, but can't complain.

[bubble.tea]

Rogers 2 Rogers (R2R) is UNLIMITED LOCAL calling between Rogers Cellphones.

What was once available..and come September...more than likely will return is CAMPUS CALLING., which technically is called 1000 R2R (Long distance).

No idea if you can max out these features, and thereby incur overages.

[philip_gpr]

so I was offered the $25 plan (with 3 year comittment) as outlined many times in this thread except

she said they could only provide free VM for 1 year, after that it would be $5.

Is everyone else paying for VM after the 1st year on a 3 year comittment plan.

[trolldealhunter]

so I was offered the $25 plan (with 3 year comittment) as outlined many times in this thread except

she said they could only provide free VM for 1 year, after that it would be $5.

Is everyone else paying for VM after the 1st year on a 3 year comittment plan.


yes, i have to pay for VM after 1 yr...please list all the other features you get in your plan so i can have a rough idea of where your position is :)

[xplode]

$20-
300 anytime minutes (the CSP bumped this up to 300 from 250 as a supposed bonus) :)
eve/wkends from 6pm
CID/Vmail


Any chance I can get a plan like this with Fido? Thats a really cheap plan... I've got Almost 60 Fido Dollars and not on a contract at the moment.

[trolldealhunter]

Any chance I can get a plan like this with Fido? Thats a really cheap plan... I've got Almost 60 Fido Dollars and not on a contract at the moment.


doubt it really, 20 for 300 min is REALLY REALLY good, i assume its on a 3yr..

[xplode]

doubt it really, 20 for 300 min is REALLY REALLY good, i assume its on a 3yr..

What do u think I should do my plan right now seems like a rip off compared to that
$30/month + usual fees
unlimited incoming
1000min after 7pm eve & weekend
150 weeday

and thats it no called ID voicemail nothing.. :mad:

for $20 the only plan is that one that includes 200 anytime minutes thats it, what a joke!

[Mad.Whack]

What do u think I should do my plan right now seems like a rip off compared to that
$30/month + usual fees
unlimited incoming
1000min after 7pm eve & weekend
150 weeday

and thats it no called ID voicemail nothing.. :mad:

for $20 the only plan is that one that includes 200 anytime minutes thats it, what a joke!

Unlimited Incoming is BIG savings, its worth the extra $

[trolldealhunter]

Unlimited Incoming is BIG savings, its worth the extra $

yep unlimited incomming is huge, is it for 3yr bud?

[just_For_ipod]

Unlimited Incoming is BIG savings, its worth the extra $
No kidding, just call someone (if they are on a landline) and tell them to call you right back.
You can make 150 unlimited calls if you have 150 minutes and so on :)

[xplode]

yep unlimited incomming is huge, is it for 3yr bud?

I was on a 2yr contract which finished few months ago.

[express.items]

I'm a PAYG currently using an unlocked Fido phone :D

I'm looking to get a monthly plan and can get a EPP for $20

200 daytime
unlim evenings/weekends from 8pm
1000 rogers-to-roger

+$5 if I want evenings from 6pm...
if I want CID/VM I gotta pay

+SAF + 911

Can I call customer service and ask for a retention plan? If not, is the EPP decently cheap? I want a new phone as well but not looking to shell out a lot of money.

[trolldealhunter]

I was on a 2yr contract which finished few months ago.

good deal then IMHO

[trolldealhunter]

I'm a PAYG currently using an unlocked Fido phone :D

I'm looking to get a monthly plan and can get a EPP for $20

200 daytime
unlim evenings/weekends from 8pm
1000 rogers-to-roger

+$5 if I want evenings from 6pm...
if I want CID/VM I gotta pay

+SAF + 911

Can I call customer service and ask for a retention plan? If not, is the EPP decently cheap? I want a new phone as well but not looking to shell out a lot of money.


from now on, a note to everyone, just try to include the length of your terms :) thanks

[clamchowder]

from now on, a note to everyone, just try to include the length of your terms :) thanks

Yes - Also, post what province/city you are from as that is one of the main difference btwn plans/minutes/prices!!. :)

[trolldealhunter]

Yes - Also, post what province/city you are from as that is one of the main difference btwn plans/minutes/prices!!. :)



agreed, this will make RFD > Rogers :)

[mrken]

No kidding, just call someone (if they are on a landline) and tell them to call you right back.
You can make 150 unlimited calls if you have 150 minutes and so on :)
Doesn't Fido still have per-second billing? So if you can talk quickly, you should be able to make 1500 unlimited calls. :)

xplode, why not try calling Fido retentions to see whether they can offer you some bonuses? You should have more leverage because your contract has already ended. Try free CID or VM. :) You may have to sign a contract though.

[trolldealhunter]

Doesn't Fido still have per-second billing? So if you can talk quickly, you should be able to make 1500 unlimited calls. :)

xplode, why not try calling Fido retentions to see whether they can offer you some bonuses? You should have more leverage because your contract has already ended. Try free CID or VM. :) You may have to sign a contract though.


after rogers takeover, i dont think they provide PSB!

[mrken]

after rogers takeover, i dont think they provide PSB!
Just checked. Per-second is still there, but only for those on a monthly plan:
http://www.fido.ca/portal/en/packages/monthly.shtml

I have a prepaid Fido account that is billed by the minute though.

[felix]

So for a new customer with first three months unlimited local calling expiring soon .. what's the number to call for the best offer to upgrade to a 400+ min/month plan? (currently on the lowest plan, $20 Megatime: 1000 Eve & Wknd & 50 Wkday Minutes)

[bubble.tea]

So for a new customer with first three months unlimited local calling expiring soon .. what's the number to call for the best offer to upgrade to a 400+ min/month plan? (currently on the lowest plan, $20 Megatime: 1000 Eve & Wknd & 50 Wkday Minutes)
call *611 at the prompt say "cancel my phone" easier than you expected wasn't it? Now can you get me some DISCOUNTED GIFT CARDS to pay my Rogers bill with Felix?

[trolldealhunter]

call *611 at the prompt say "cancel my phone" easier than you expected wasn't it? Now can you get me some DISCOUNTED GIFT CARDS to pay my Rogers bill with Felix?


wow bubble that answer was BUNK, felix are you on a 3yr term? If so you may not be able to do anything until atleast 6 mos :(, call the CxR line! cheers

[smash]

i wonder if this thread will hit a million views?

[bonzo]

Just wondering if this happend to anyone else who did the hup. I received a call yesterday asking me how my phone upgrade went. I Took a 1 min survey I guess, then told me I will upgrade your 75 txt msg to 125 msg for free. Is this standard practice. It was nice and everything but it did reset my voice mail practice.

[bubble.tea]

wow bubble that answer was BUNK, ........
ughhhh how so? (p.s. the BUNK thread is over on hofo) Stop trying to sound like a Rogers fanboy in this blessed thread. :cheesygri

[Psenical]

Quoted:
$20
250 min
Unlimited week night & Weekends @ 6PM
VoicemaiL
CID
Text messaging
Roger2Roger
100 LD / Month


Is this a common plan? It sounded too good to be true so I'm assuming it was some sort of corporate plan.

[trolldealhunter]

ughhhh how so? (p.s. the BUNK thread is over on hofo) Stop trying to sound like a Rogers fanboy in this blessed thread. :cheesygri


if felix did that he would have got a nice 200 dollar charge, not everyone has that kinda money bud :-0

[bubble.tea]

if felix did that he would have got a nice 200 dollar charge, not everyone has that kinda money bud :-0
Are you a dumbass., how do you think I've been calling Retentions since I first learned about this thread?

Surely you didn't think I was calling in directly like a lot of others?

[Ch28]

Are you a dumbass., how do you think I've been calling Retentions since I first learned about this thread?

Surely you didn't think I was calling in directly like a lot of others?

It's pretty ironic how you got all offended when the guy said what he said in your sig yet here you are calling people dumbass and insulting them.

[aingaran]

Quoted:
$20
250 min
Unlimited week night & Weekends @ 6PM
VoicemaiL
CID
Text messaging
Roger2Roger
100 LD / Month


Is this a common plan? It sounded too good to be true so I'm assuming it was some sort of corporate plan.

How did you manage to get this plan?

[st7860]

if felix did that he would have got a nice 200 dollar charge, not everyone has that kinda money bud :-0

i wholeheartedly agree with your statement

[bubble.tea]

It's pretty ironic how you got all offended when the guy said what he said in your sig yet here you are calling people dumbass and insulting them.
I wasn't offended. I'm on other forums where there isn't a "famly environment", so such comments are nothing.., I was only concerned because on RFD I thought it wouldn't fly..but I know now it does fly.

p.s. trolldealhunter is my ***** (lol., wazaaaaaaaap SlimShadee ;))

[trolldealhunter]

I wasn't offended. I'm on other forums where there isn't a "famly environment", so such comments are nothing.., I was only concerned because on RFD I thought it wouldn't fly..but I know now it does fly.

p.s. trolldealhunter is my ***** (lol., wazaaaaaaaap SlimShadee ;))


umm bud, im not your anything, im just trying to pose to a meaningful discussion. If Felix did what you suggested he would have been charged $200, what do ya have against him? He is been a member on these boards for a long time and is in good standing with many members here.

[trolldealhunter]

How did you manage to get this plan?


i dont think its a common plan ain, a more realistic plan is 25$ and free VM/CD for 1 year. But here he gets it for 20, and unlim VM/CD def. a corp plan imo!

[bubble.tea]

Look you schizophrenic homie.

If only I posted our many chats on MSN(edit for completeness-where you over the span of a few days asked me what to do with your plans, and what deals to take and so on and so forth......why're you talking like that-showing no sense of appreciation?)

I have no intention to mislead anyone., you above all should know that., I even suggested to you to not con your father into staying with Rogers and go get his contact to get him a free blackberry account from another provider...and you ignored me successfully convincing your father to stay hehe.

When I've been truly close to cancelling my line for a better offer I called *611 from my cellphone, and simply said "Cancel my Line". That forwarded me to Retentions., The automated machine is by far not an automated billing system, and it takes a lot more than simply that to "cancel your line".

I hope people have realized this by now.

Felix et. al, I hope this makes it clear that my intentions where not in the least bit deceptive or evil in nature.

Some people like to call in directly, fine other have mentioned that it may be more appropriate to go through the proper sequence before getting to them., hence using my method is the easiest, and most efficient., not to mention the cheapest (as 1-888 eats up daytime., and *611 doesn't ;))

Sincerely,

[trolldealhunter]

Look you schizophrenic homie.

If only I posted our many chats on MSN...why're you talking like a hardball now?

I have no intention to mislead anyone.

When I've been truly close to cancelling my line for a better offer I called *611 from my cellphone, and simply said "Cancel my Line". That forwarded me to Retentions., The automated machine is by far not an automated billing system, and it takes a lot more than simply that to "cancel your line".

I hope people have realized this by now.

Felix et. al, I hope this makes it clear that my intentions where not in the least bit deceptive or evil in nature.

CHeers.


Sir, could you have not simply given him the number for the retentions line? And btw it was you who messaged me asking to be added to my msn..so hands off buddy!

[ShaTR]

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y61/ShaTR/Misc/nutkick.gif

[trolldealhunter]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/supergay.gif


bahahahahaa :twisted: ended by the same gay emoticon that he used against others!!!

cheers shat :D

[bubble.tea]

Sir, could you have not simply given him the number for the retentions line? And btw it was you who messaged me asking to be added to my msn..so hands off buddy!
"Sir"?...man you're so two-faced.., I may have messaged you., but holy crap you were the one telling me you brought your laptop while watching Indian Jones or whatever to keep me updated on your escapades.

hehe., that emoticon is so wicked, :lol:

[trolldealhunter]

"Sir"?...man you're so two-faced.., I may have messaged you., but holy crap you were the one telling me you brought your laptop while watching Indian Jones or whatever to keep me updated on your escapades.

hehe., that emoticon is so wicked, :lol:


alrighty then! getting back to rogers... :razz: , i dont wanna mess with ya man, your in the army, theres no telling how many Afghanis you have killed!!!

[st7860]

Sir, could you have not simply given him the number for the retentions line?

But you see, people like him enjoy making the noobs work. Thus, for your example, he wouldn't give the number, thats because then the noob wouldn't have to 'read the first post', etc.

[trolldealhunter]

But you see, people like him enjoy making the noobs work. Thus, for your example, he wouldn't give the number, thats because then the noob wouldn't have to 'read the first post', etc.


ya but..felix? noob??

[bubble.tea]

.........people like him enjoy making the noobs work. ..............


Excuse me., are you making it blatantly obvious that you need a royal flaming?

I suppose you would just as much anyone who's paid any attention in this thread-draft you a scripted word for word, that would render your involvement in getting your own great plan nothing more than a "period" at the end of this sentence? Trolldeal hunter once came in here and asked such a "draft me..." type request, and I suggested he do some reading up., if he had any further questions., THEN to come and ask them.

Refer to my post., I made no reference to Felix being a noob-I have the utmost regard for his contribution here., Read your facts, and quote accordingly., don't dig yourself deeper in a hole.

We are all here to help. When people show that they've made at least a minor part in searching and learning about the subject in question, we readily come running.

[flatsoled604]

my friend broke his razor . didnt bring it in and did a hardware upgrade and got a L7 for 50$

[trolldealhunter]

my friend broke his razor . didnt bring it in and did a hardware upgrade and got a L7 for 50$


wow!

[hybrid.09]

http://70.87.72.152/default/images/smilies/no-no-no.gif You guys do know, that you just wasted like 3 pages of gay flaming.

Get a room boys. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/supergay.gif

[trolldealhunter]

http://70.87.72.152/default/images/smilies/no-no-no.gif You guys do know, that you just wasted like 3 pages of gay flaming.

Get a room boys. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/supergay.gif


YOU need the room!

[express.items]

from now on, a note to everyone, just try to include the length of your terms :) thanks

AFAIK, it's on a 3-year term. Apparently Bell with give me the same thing but with Free CID... will Rogers match that? These retention plans are looking better than the Corp plan Rogers is offering me :(

[trolldealhunter]

AFAIK, it's on a 3-year term. Apparently Bell with give me the same thing but with Free CID... will Rogers match that? These retention plans are looking better than the Corp plan Rogers is offering me :(


well AFAIK the CSR made it sound like CID was not included and that i would have to pay for it. But people here have said that CID is free for rogers ppl all along so..?

[st7860]

well here it goes again:

1. call retentions, do not call 611

2. ask to resign 3 years, and ask for 250 daytime, and unlimited evenings at 6pm and unlimited weekends with call display. if you have been a Rogers customer for 6 months already, you will likely receive that with no problems.

[cactus]

So I finally read about the last 30 pages of this thread and called Rogers.

This is what I have right now (it sucks really bad I think, well at least compared to what people have here):

Base Plan (150 anytime minutes): $20
Voicemail: + $5
Call Display: + $5
Wireless Plan discount(for extra features like CID, VM): - $6
_________
Total: $24


My contract was finished many months ago, today I was offered this:


$25
150 daytime minutes
1000 evenings and weekends (starting at 9pm!!! :mad: )
1000 R 2 R

I said I'm looking for a plan with at least CID and VM, dont' really care if I get a zillion minutes if I'm never going to use it all, she said, that's the best she can do and there's no way she would be able to give me CID, VM, and R2R (which I never asked for!), and there's no such plan for $25 including all that!

I said you are taking away the things I need (CID, VM) and giving me a bunch of things I don't need and calling it a better plan??? She said, it is actually cheaper than your current plan cause you get that $6 discount, and that's when I get confused....the discount is only if I get those extra services, and since the plan she quoted me doesn't include those, I would not be getting those discounts!


And oh ya, it's $139.99 for the SE W600 on a 3-year term.

I'll be calling again tomorrow...far from what I was expecting for....

[angelove]

So I finally read about the last 30 pages of this thread and called Rogers.

This is what I have right now (it sucks really bad I think, well at least compared to what people have here):

Base Plan (150 anytime minutes): $20
Voicemail: + $5
Call Display: + $5
Wireless Plan discount(for extra features like CID, VM): - $6
_________
Total: $24


My contract was finished many months ago, today I was offered this:


$25
150 daytime minutes
1000 evenings and weekends (starting at 9pm!!! :mad: )
1000 R 2 R

I said I'm looking for a plan with at least CID and VM, dont' really care if I get a zillion minutes if I'm never going to use it all, she said, that's the best she can do and there's no way she would be able to give me CID, VM, and R2R (which I never asked for!), and there's no such plan for $25 including all that!

I said you are taking away the things I need (CID, VM) and giving me a bunch of things I don't need and calling it a better plan??? She said, it is actually cheaper than your current plan cause you get that $6 discount, and that's when I get confused....the discount is only if I get those extra services, and since the plan she quoted me doesn't include those, I would not be getting those discounts!


And oh ya, it's $139.99 for the SE W600 on a 3-year term.

I'll be calling again tomorrow...far from what I was expecting for....

My Roger's couple plan w/ my mom ended in May so I'm on a search for a decent deal.

What's R2R? ^_^; Do you get a new cell phone?

According to the person I talked to w/ Rogers, they offered me something similar to yours but it was $20 but does not include caller display nor voice message. They would charge $5 extra for caller display. I personally do not think it's a good deal.

So I am highly interested in terminating my Rogers account and going to Telus. Has anyone had any problems with Telus? The downside which I like about Rogers is the free "receiving" text messages which I get all the time from friends. lol I just can't reply/send back since my account doesn't offer this. =(

My main priority is preferably $20-28 - 100 daytime mins / caller display / text messaging (receiving and sending - may be for an additional fee, I do not mind)... any suggestions?

Oh and a new cell phone would be kickass too! lol

[felix]

call *611 at the prompt say "cancel my phone" easier than you expected wasn't it? Now can you get me some DISCOUNTED GIFT CARDS to pay my Rogers bill with Felix?
Just found this thread. I remember reading there was a 6 month minimum or something .. I guess the answer is no then.

Sorry no gift cards for this deal. :)

[express.items]

well here it goes again:

1. call retentions, do not call 611

2. ask to resign 3 years, and ask for 250 daytime, and unlimited evenings at 6pm and unlimited weekends with call display. if you have been a Rogers customer for 6 months already, you will likely receive that with no problems.

how do I call retentions without calling 611 ?

[st7860]

here is the Retentions Direct Line: 1-888-936-7283

[express.items]

here is the Retentions Direct Line: 1-888-936-7283

cool.. now if I'm on PAYG (since March 6, 2006) can I get one of these retention monthly plans? (I want a new phone too).

[bubble.tea]

how do I call retentions without calling 611 ?
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/lol.gif., why do people have this unfounded paranoia of calling the FREE (does not count towards your daytime minutes) number :?:

[enforcerviper]

Original post has been edited.

[st7860]

calling 611 directly CAN result in a note being placed on your account if the representative doesnt like what you say. its better to call the reps at 1-888-936-7283 directly since they are supposed to be 'trained' differently to negotiate with 'complainers' however.

[bubble.tea]

calling 611 directly CAN result in a note being placed on your account if the representative doesnt like what you say. ................
and the same can't happen if you call directly?

YOU DO REALIZE BOTH METHODS GO TO THE SAME DEPARTMENT!?!?!

[Kwirky]

cool.. now if I'm on PAYG (since March 6, 2006) can I get one of these retention monthly plans? (I want a new phone too).

Nope.

[express.items]

Nope.

So my best bet is to sign up on a monthly plan (e.g. an EPP plan) then in 6 months ask them for a retention plan.

[Col127]

i've been thinking of calling rogers to get a better plan than i'm on now (it's pretty old), but i'm not sure what to say exactly. do you just call up and ask them to give you a better plan? :)

[Kwirky]

So my best bet is to sign up on a monthly plan (e.g. an EPP plan) then in 6 months ask them for a retention plan.

Yeah, that's the only way you'll get the deals people are talking about, otherwise Rogers has no idea what kind of a postpaid customer you'll be (eg if you'll pay the bills on time, etc.)
------------

i've been thinking of calling rogers to get a better plan than i'm on now (it's pretty old), but i'm not sure what to say exactly. do you just call up and ask them to give you a better plan?

You could do that. Not saying it'll work, though :cheesygri IMO, your best bet is to quote some fictional Bell/Telus plan that you can get as a member/employee/whatever of something, give them the plan details (keep it reasonable), and say something like if you were to quit, you'd save $XXX in the long term, but you like Rogers service & you'd like to stay with them if possible.

[bubble.tea]

refer to post #1

[st7860]

i've been thinking of calling rogers to get a better plan than i'm on now (it's pretty old), but i'm not sure what to say exactly. do you just call up and ask them to give you a better plan? :)


steps

call Rogers Customer Relations at 1-888-936-7283 . do NOT call 611.

first, be a rogers cell phone customer for at least 6 months, and be willing to extend your contract by 3 years(3 years from the day you call, not 3 years PLUS your current expiry date)

try not to negotiate. just read around, get a feel of what similar people in your situation are eligible for, and simply ask politely to change your plan, ask as if you want to change your plan, not as if you are demanding it.

basically any joeblow that meets the above conditions can usually get this plan

$25/mo+tax+licence, for 250 daytime minutes, and unlimited evenings at 6pm, and unlimited weekends, plus free caller id.

if your plan has less than about 1.5 years remaining on the contract, its likely that you can further ask for a discount on a new phone AND ask for the $35 administration fee on a new phone to be waived.

if you do get a new phone, remember to ask for unlimited calling+unlimited text+messages for 3 months.

[trolldealhunter]

steps

call Rogers Customer Relations at 1-888-936-7283 . do NOT call 611.

first, be a rogers cell phone customer for at least 6 months, and be willing to extend your contract by 3 years(3 years from the day you call, not 3 years PLUS your current expiry date)

try not to negotiate. just read around, get a feel of what similar people in your situation are eligible for, and simply ask politely to change your plan, ask as if you want to change your plan, not as if you are demanding it.

basically any joeblow that meets the above conditions can usually get this plan

$25/mo+tax+licence, for 250 daytime minutes, and unlimited evenings at 6pm, and unlimited weekends, plus free caller id.

if your plan has less than about 1.5 years remaining on the contract, its likely that you can further ask for a discount on a new phone AND ask for the $35 administration fee on a new phone to be waived.

if you do get a new phone, remember to ask for unlimited calling+unlimited text+messages for 3 months.


now THIS is how somebody makes a helpfull post, cheers bro :)

[reqle55]

^helpful, but its only been repeated for the hundredth time in this thread...
Not saying it wasn't a good post, but if people are actually interested in the deal they would go through the trouble of reading through some of the posts!!!

[bubble.tea]

^helpful, but its only been repeated for the hundredth time in this thread...
Not saying it wasn't a good post, but if people are actually interested in the deal they would go through the trouble of reading through some of the posts!!!
Could NOT agree more.

The reason this thread has engorged itself is precisely because the moderators did not flame users asking the same question a million times [what happens on E V E R Y O T H E R forum that I've been on], instead of reading just a few posts back, discovering that their questions had already been answered. Having said that., if fresh fish wanna jump in and do the repeated spoon-feeding., I'm all for it...I think I myself was one of those fresh fish doing it for the last month if not more.

God knows I'm probably the first in line to scoop up post #5000 :D

[HowEver]

It may actually be the 100th time st7860 has posted this exact advice in this thread.

Seriously.


^helpful, but its only been repeated for the hundredth time in this thread...
Not saying it wasn't a good post, but if people are actually interested in the deal they would go through the trouble of reading through some of the posts!!!

[st7860]

now THIS is how somebody makes a helpfull post, cheers bro :)


http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=props

[bubble.tea]

It may actually be the 100th time st7860 has posted this exact advice in this thread.

Seriously.
Well we can at least say, he's being overly accomodating (wouldn't necessarily say if that's a good thing?)...OR we can say "Geez...you'd think he'd just quote his own original post from now on" http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/boxing.gif

[trolldealhunter]

http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=props


props bra!

[mrken]

Could NOT agree more.

The reason this thread has engorged itself is precisely because the moderators did not flame users asking the same question a million times [what happens on E V E R Y O T H E R forum that I've been on], instead of reading just a few posts back, discovering that their questions had already been answered. Having said that., if fresh fish wanna jump in and do the repeated spoon-feeding., I'm all for it...I think I myself was one of those fresh fish doing it for the last month if not more.

God knows I'm probably the first in line to scoop up post #5000 :D
No. The reason for the long thread is because of certain people using this thread as a dating service.






:lol:

Did Derek update the original post? Looks like it has all of the information!

[trolldealhunter]

No. The reason for the long thread is because of certain people using this thread as a dating service.






:lol:

Did Derek update the original post? Looks like it has all of the information!

i Agree, Derek did really good work with the OP!!! just a heads up though, that plan that he has in the OP is the IDEAL PLAN, like maybe 1/100 people will get it, it has everything!!!

edit#1 i think Derek should note that getting longer contracts gets you better deals (the aformentioned is probably only available on a three year!!). Cheers :)

[Dano76]

i Agree, Derek did really good work with the OP!!! just a heads up though, that plan that he has in the OP is the IDEAL PLAN, like maybe 1/100 people will get it, it has everything!!!

edit#1 i think Derek should note that getting longer contracts gets you better deals (the aformentioned is probably only available on a three year!!). Cheers :)
And finally, you can frequently get a reasonable deal on a HUP, although nothing is set in stone from what I can tell. Depends on what you want and the rep you get.

Most important note is definitely to be nice when calling in. I just told 'em what I wanted nicely, and that was about it.

[st7860]

i Agree, Derek did really good work with the OP!!! just a heads up though, that plan that he has in the OP is the IDEAL PLAN, like maybe 1/100 people will get it, it has everything!!!

edit#1 i think Derek should note that getting longer contracts gets you better deals (the aformentioned is probably only available on a three year!!). Cheers :)

There's nothing wrong with a Rogers 3 year plan since well, the cancellation fee is only $200. With Telus , you're looking at a cancellation fee of $240 PER YEAR!!!

[trolldealhunter]

There's nothing wrong with a Rogers 3 year plan since well, the cancellation fee is only $200. With Telus , you're looking at a cancellation fee of $240 PER YEAR!!!


hehe you maybe misread my post, i did not say that there is anything wrong w/ a three year plan (I am on one right now :) ), just wanted Derek to clarify this to everyone else!

EDIT# 1: Razrs arrived, verrrrry pleased :D

[simms]

I still have 8 months (Feb 07) before I can do a HUP, my contract expires in Feb 07 assuming I did a 2yr contract last. Been with Rogers for about 4 years now. I'm Tier A.

Right now I'm at 23/mth for early evenings, 200day, VM, ID, WN/WE 6pm.
I pay an extra 5/mth for early evenings on top of the 18, hence 23/mth.
I've heard that people on my plan have gotten a $5/mth PERMANENT credit by Retentions when they call in.

How should I work this - I want to call into Rogers to get this credit of 5/mth back along with some bonuses. If I corp HUP now, I'm going to pay $80 in fees even with a $100 discount.

Is it possible to call retentions, threaten to quit, complain and get the 5/mth credit along with some bonuses (3 months unlim txt/calls, extra 50 min daytime), HUP to a phone, and sign on a 3yr contract; then call Corp HUP and tell them I HUPped, so they can apply the $100 credit to my account? This would effectively cancel my pre-HUP charges of $10/month but I don't know if it's possible.

I JUST got a w810 last week so I have no need for a new phone, but I don't want to keep paying the extra $5/month. How should I work this?

[bubble.tea]

............. If I corp HUP now, I'm going to pay $80 in fees even with a $100 discount.

.........I JUST got a w810 last week so I have no need for a new phone, .....
You may want to clarify your w810 wasn't hupped from your line ;)

Pretty sure there're no pre-hup penalties from CxR., one of the benefits of combining the cancellation & hup from them (a less than ethical route :()

So whats the best deal from customer relations that ppl have been getting? My last upgrade was in '03, and when I called today, they said my revenue since then has been $4g (I pay around $90/month) and that I'm also on their highest teir bracket. Yet the noob CSR I spoke with said they don't carry the w810.
sup Gujustud., wrong thread. Check out the thread titled "HOT DEALS FOR ROGERS WIRELESS CUSTOMERS". ;)

AND LIKE..WOW!!! '03 last hup., and $90/month...crazy.

Telus was offering me for $25 a month

250 daytime minutes
Wireless Surf Sampler
Unlimited Canadian Long Distance
Caller ID
Voice Mail 10
Unlimited Weekends and Weeknights at 6pm

The Unlimited Long Distance is amazing, but I really do not need that as I have VOIP which also includes that. The were offering me the Moto A840 on a 2 year term for $100. Which is $150 off the regular price on a two year term.
same here....this thread is about getting the W810 for $269 on a 3yr renewal...not about Relation plans.

Having said that., Scamit...I'm almost certain this plan is not a public plan, and was a special offer to you alone? Care to elaborate on the circumstances for you getting it from Telus?

Those of you who are thinking of quoting this plan to pm may want to listen to Scamit's response., as the CxR reps will no doubt call your bluff, and say this plan doesn't exist....OR you may get a cheeky rep who'll READILY accomodate your request...heheh ahh such is CxR :)

[simms]

You may want to clarify your w810 wasn't hupped from your line ;)

Pretty sure there're no pre-hup penalties from CxR., one of the benefits of combining the cancellation & hup from them (a less than ethical route :()
Those of you who are thinking of quoting this plan to pm may want to listen to Scamit's response., as the CxR reps will no doubt call your bluff, and say this plan doesn't exist....OR you may get a cheeky rep who'll READILY accomodate your request...heheh ahh such is CxR :)

As usual, thanks for all your help. The mentioning of the w810 is simply to reinforce that I don't need to HUP right now, but just get the 5/month reduced.

No pre-HUP penalities from CxR? I've never heard of this but then doesnt' that mean like.. one month into a 3 yr contract you could HUP again with no downside??? There's gotta be some restriction.

scamit's plan almost seems worthwhile to switch over...

[trolldealhunter]

As usual, thanks for all your help. The mentioning of the w810 is simply to reinforce that I don't need to HUP right now, but just get the 5/month reduced.

No pre-HUP penalities from CxR? I've never heard of this but then doesnt' that mean like.. one month into a 3 yr contract you could HUP again with no downside??? There's gotta be some restriction.

scamit's plan almost seems worthwhile to switch over...


My impression was that once we did a HUP, if we wanted to do it again a month later we would not be allowed, but we could preHUP say 6 mos down the road. Even at that, we wont get good prices in the phones etc...

[bubble.tea]

As usual, thanks for all your help. The mentioning of the w810 is simply to reinforce that I don't need to HUP right now, but just get the 5/month reduced.

No pre-HUP penalities from CxR? I've never heard of this but then doesnt' that mean like.. one month into a 3 yr contract you could HUP again with no downside??? There's gotta be some restriction.

scamit's plan almost seems worthwhile to switch over...
I wouldn't move from Rogers., and Retention plans renewals., with a discounted phone WILL NOT readily be issued out to the same customer within more than once....or MAYBE twice within a very short period....I mean come on...they're a business for God's sake hehe., imagine the loss they'd incur if people like (*insert any RFDer's username) started hupping and renewing on a MONTHLY.

I guarantee you you'll get a freakin asterix next to your account if you do that more than once in such a short while ;) (the kind of BAD ASTERIks) :)

[bubble.tea]

My impression was that once we did a HUP, if we wanted to do it again a month later we would not be allowed, but we could preHUP say 6 mos down the road. Even at that, we wont get good prices in the phones etc...
unless you are a corporate tier account holder., you no longer PRE-HUP., as this term doesn't apply to you.

[trolldealhunter]

unless you are a corporate tier account holder., you no longer PRE-HUP., as this term doesn't apply to you.


Jeff (my csr) actually told me he can call me back in x amount of months to HUP again :P hehe

[bubble.tea]

Jeff (my csr) actually told me he can call me back in x amount of months to HUP again :P hehe
* sigh, you do realize saying Isht like that will only fuel the fire to get more clamped down on Retentions, if not bluntly shut down. Well either that or more probably get all the accounts that "Jeff" has touched to get super royally audited hehe. That guy is seriously out to cause some serious GRIEF for RW ;), not to mention is pushing his luck to get fired ;)

[trolldealhunter]

* sigh, you do realize saying Isht like that will only fuel the fire to get more clamped down on Retentions, if not bluntly shut down. Well either that or more probably get all the accounts that "Jeff" has touched to get super royally audited hehe. That guy is seriously out to cause some serious GRIEF for RW ;), not to mention is pushing his luck to get fired ;)


bubble, please stop sending me Pm's, especially such those that cause me offence in the softest sense of the word. Admins have been notified..

[st7860]

bubble, please stop sending me Pm's, especially such those that cause me offence in the softest sense of the word. Admins have been notified..

did he beg you for MSN messenger too?

[bubble.tea]

bubble, please stop sending me Pm's, especially such those that cause me offence in the softest sense of the word. Admins have been notified..
It was 1 pm. You're such a child (yes I know how old you are remember you indicated to me as much over msn ;)). fine-no more pm., you're on my ignore list now....psych. I've got two children., and one thing I've learned is that you can't ignore children...it takes a different psychology to deal with them ;)


did he beg you for MSN messenger too?
* sigh...please find my pm. No begging, merely one RFD'er respectfully trying to understand from where you were basing your bias...to which you never responded. Unlike you two, any advice I give, I reference and point to where others have posted results-I support my claims. You two just rant off verbahl diaorrhea without any substantiation.
================================================== ==============================
From : bubble.tea
To : st7860
Date : 2006-06-07 00:00
Title : still waiting
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I've repeatedly invited you to substantiate your source as to why you won't call *611 to go to Retentions.

Unless you reply, I'll assume you have none, and are just being stubborn.

Cheers.

[jackass_ca]

Okay, I really can't be bothered to read through all of the stuff here to find the retentions phone number. I just checked online and it appears now I have to call customer service instead of upgrading my phone online. A few months back I could do it, but for a fee, since I had to wait until August. Now the message tells me that I have to contact my Telecom Advisor (our local person here who handles corporate accounts), which I believe it defunct for us. My plan is $19 a month including everything but text, and internet. So, I now have to call, and even though 3 months ago, they told me I could upgrade one more time and sign up for one more 3 year term, I have a feeling that now, the plan will not be renewed to me, they told me that to upgrade the wife's phone, I had to go up to a new plan. So, when I call, I want to speak to retentions people, because our new corporate plan is through Bell, and it is something they may not be able to compete with.

I can't stand dealing with Rogers CSR's!

[trolldealhunter]

Buddy you PM'd me

"I wanna hear if this powerfully sounding writer actually sounds as authoritative as he makes himself out to be or if you've barely risen above a MezzoSoprano in your pre-pubescent days." - Bubble.tea


too me this was offensive, i may even contact the RCMP..

And what about my age..you find 19 is young??

[st7860]

Okay, I really can't be bothered to read through all of the stuff here to find the retentions phone number. I just checked online and it appears now I have to call customer service instead of upgrading my phone online. A few months back I could do it, but for a fee, since I had to wait until August. Now the message tells me that I have to contact my Telecom Advisor (our local person here who handles corporate accounts), which I believe it defunct for us. My plan is $19 a month including everything but text, and internet. So, I now have to call, and even though 3 months ago, they told me I could upgrade one more time and sign up for one more 3 year term, I have a feeling that now, the plan will not be renewed to me, they told me that to upgrade the wife's phone, I had to go up to a new plan. So, when I call, I want to speak to retentions people, because our new corporate plan is through Bell, and it is something they may not be able to compete with.

I can't stand dealing with Rogers CSR's!


here is rogers retentions direct line 1-888-936-7283

do NOT call 611

[Intricated]

Okay, I really can't be bothered to read through all of the stuff here to find the retentions phone number.Fair enough to not read through ALL of the "stuff", but would it have hurt you to read the first post (http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showthread.php?t=111887#post1053051)?

[simms]

do NOT call 611

What is your reasoning behind this? IMO isn't it better to call 611 and go through? They can see whether you called directly or whether you actually intended to cancel your plan, the latter probably giving you more leverage.

[simms]

Buddy you PM'd me

too me this was offensive, i may even contact the RCMP..

And what about my age..you find 19 is young??

You've got to be kidding. You can't take a little criticism?
It's not how old you are but how old you act...

[jackass_ca]

Fair enough to not read through ALL of the "stuff", but would it have hurt you to read the first post (http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showthread.php?t=111887#post1053051)?
It might have hurt a bit. Not sure. I read it already and I feel fine. I wasn't sure if the Customer Relations Numberwas the same as a Customer Retention Numberas I want to speak to the people who want to retain my business, and not those that want to merely provide service.

[st7860]

don't leave your phone in a cab. lol

http://hardware.slashdot.org/hardware/06/06/08/1539202.shtml

"""When my friend realized that she had left the Sidekick in the taxi she asked me to immediately send a message to the phone saying that we would give a reward for the phone. There was no response. After a day of waiting, she had to go to the store and spend over $300 on a new Sidekick. When she put her SIM card in, she saw that the person(s) that had taken the phone had not only signed on to AOL leaving their name and password in the phone, but they had taken pictures of themselves.""

[Intricated]

It might have hurt a bit. Not sure. I read it already and I feel fine. I wasn't sure if the Customer Relations Numberwas the same as a Customer Retention Numberas I want to speak to the people who want to retain my business, and not those that want to merely provide service.Er, again from the first post (http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showthread.php?t=111887#post1053051), no more than a few lines below the phone number:
This is a Dept created for the sole purposes of retaining unhappy Customers (Cx) who want to cancel.

[jackass_ca]

Er, again from the first post (http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showthread.php?t=111887#post1053051), no more than a few lines below the phone number:
Whoops, my bad then, sorry.

[trolldealhunter]

don't leave your phone in a cab. lol

http://hardware.slashdot.org/hardware/06/06/08/1539202.shtml

"""When my friend realized that she had left the Sidekick in the taxi she asked me to immediately send a message to the phone saying that we would give a reward for the phone. There was no response. After a day of waiting, she had to go to the store and spend over $300 on a new Sidekick. When she put her SIM card in, she saw that the person(s) that had taken the phone had not only signed on to AOL leaving their name and password in the phone, but they had taken pictures of themselves.""


wow, this guy raised hell upon the guy who stole his Sidekicks family :D hahaha great read!

[HowEver]

Correct. It's *611.

Really, I'd call the 888 #.

here is rogers retentions direct line 1-888-936-7283

do NOT call 611

[bubble.tea]

You've got to be kidding. You can't take a little criticism?
It's not how old you are but how old you act...
oh it wasn't cynicism...it was a verbal ***** Slap. To think how unappreciative this spoiled brat is for how I spoon-fed him with his father/sister/his own and a fourth Razr hup from Retentions (what to do to maximize his benefits)...to turn around less than a week later and talk to me this way...it's boggles my mind.

...and I just couldn't agree more with your proverb...so true...I've conversed with MANY people my junior (some WAY my junior) who've displayed a lot more maturity, clarity, and forward thinking that made myself seem to be a villager struggling to keep up with the discussion...

Something to keep in mind in cyberspace., people don't know who you really are. Only what you portray yourself to be.


............. Now the message tells me that I have to contact my Telecom Advisor (our local person here who handles corporate accounts), which I believe it defunct for us. .........!
All corporate accounts get this message in the online profile. Are you certain you're rep is defunct?

If it is., then just ignore that and call into the corphup line post #1 (sticky) Rogers forum of hofo :)

[st7860]

from www.comparecellular.com

This is the hardware upgrade line for corporate customers only. It is only for people who have a corporate plan. 1-866-363-9712

[jackass_ca]

oh it wasn't cynicism...it was a verbal ***** Slap. To think how unappreciative this spoiled brat is for how I spoon-fed him with his father/sister/his own and a fourth Razr hup from Retentions (what to do to maximize his benefits)...to turn around less than a week later and talk to me this way...it's boggles my mind.

...and I just couldn't agree more with your proverb...so true...I've conversed with MANY people my junior (some WAY my junior) who've displayed a lot more maturity, clarity, and forward thinking that made myself seem to be a villager struggling to keep up with the discussion...

Something to keep in mind in cyberspace., people don't know who you really are. Only what you portray yourself to be.



All corporate accounts get this message in the online profile. Are you certain you're rep is defunct?

If it is., then just ignore that and call into the corphup line post #1 (sticky) Rogers forum of hofo :)
For a while I was getting the message telling me how much extra it would cost to upgrade to the RAZR, for instance, it would tell me I had to pay an extra $80, since I was not yet due for an upgrade. The rep isn't defunct, the actual corporate 25 plan does not exist anymore apparently, but they were going to allow me one more upgrade for signing to another 3 years.

[Anthem]

Just thought I'd pitch in to this great thread that has helped me twice now.

I got the T637 last year through this deal and wanted to get a deal on a second line for my wife. Here is what I got for her last week - essentially a duplicat of the plan I have been on for over a year now.

250 anytime
free eves and wkends starting at 8pm
Free call ID, call waiting, Conference, etc.
Unlimited local for 3 months.
SE W810i for $249.99

Bad husband that I am, I kept the 810i and gave my wife the T637 (which both she and I love). I have had the 810i now for a week and have suitably exercised all of the features of the phone including Bluetooth, IR, MP3, Games, Storage of files, etc etc. AND I THINK THIS PHONE IS THE BEES KNEES! Battery life is outstanding (as is the T637) and call clarity and reception are fantastic. A great phone, great deal and 1 very happy customer.

Thanks to all who have kept this thread alive - its truly taken on a life of its own!!!

[bubble.tea]

^

Hey That's tight Anthem. I know what you mean about the wifey situation...though I hooked mine up with a W600 (S710a for me back then)...no wifey of mine'll be using anything over 12months old.

For that YOU should be shot! ;)

Well done on the bonus plan.

Here's another thought for you in the future., I'm assuming you spoke to retentions directly., if you ever need another line with the same structure., just call CxS, and ask them to "duplicate" your current plan ;). If they tell you they can't cuz it's a Retentions plan., they SHOULD suggest to be put through to them, if not., tactfully & strategically suggest to be put through to them ;). It worked for me in the past ;). My department now has 3 lines...all morphed from the first original plan ;)

[lktate]

I did a HUP at the beginning of April and got a Razr and a bluetooth for $99, admin waived. Apparently the rep said that was the lowest price available. A week later I went to a Rogers retail store and got a rebate coupon from them. So I filled out the form and mailed it along with a copy of the receipt of the HUP to Rogers. Today, $50 has been credited to my account.

:lol: :lol:

[flightg6]

My roomate has this plan, took a lot of hasseling on the phone, but he got the sweet deal and a hot phone.

[konfusion666]

I switched jobs recently... when i was at my previous job, I did indeed sign up for a corp. plan. Now I'm informed that my new employer also has some corp. plans available, but I can't find out the details.

Is there a way to find out if the corp. plans at my new employer are superior to the one I'm currently on from my old employer? I'm hesitant to call up Rogers because I'm afraid they'll take me off the current corp plan if I sound like I'm talking about a different company.

[trolldealhunter]

Anybody know if there is any sort of rebate still on the razr?

[ShaTR]

I switched jobs recently... when i was at my previous job, I did indeed sign up for a corp. plan. Now I'm informed that my new employer also has some corp. plans available, but I can't find out the details.

Is there a way to find out if the corp. plans at my new employer are superior to the one I'm currently on from my old employer? I'm hesitant to call up Rogers because I'm afraid they'll take me off the current corp plan if I sound like I'm talking about a different company.

tell them ur name is Bob Bob. you now work for so and so company, you wanna know about the corperate plan thats offered. they will give you details, you see if its better, then you decide.

Or if they want more info (which they wont) just get a co-worker to call. or pretend you are that co-worker. not hard. or ask a co-worker if they know what the plan is... quite simple actually :rolleyes:

[bubble.tea]

tell them ur name is Bob Bob................you wanna know about the corperate plan thats offered. they will give you details, you see if its better, then you decide...............quite simple actually :rolleyes:
highly doubt they'll give you smack. I mean it's not like it's private info. If they ask give them your ID, which is legitimate.....or say give Bob Bob's ID :D

[ShaTR]

highly doubt they'll give you smack. I mean it's not like it's private info. If they ask give them your ID, which is legitimate.....or say give Bob Bob's ID :D

what ID are we talking about. sure give them wutever they need. just don't let em know or find out you already have a corp plan just to be safe.

[bubble.tea]

hmmm., yeah okay., good point. Um...shall we say only give your company info then (name).

You guys sometimes make things seem like asking for information is not permitted are unnecessarily become paranoid about it >:(. If you are sincerely asking about info., any Rogers employee should readily provide it.

I wouldn't be surprised at all if you just walked into a dealership and askem them for the info and got it in a second. Now unless there are some oblivious Dealers....you may get told to call your telecom rep with your company to find out....that I GUESS I can see happening.

[express.items]

I still have 8 months (Feb 07) before I can do a HUP, my contract expires in Feb 07 assuming I did a 2yr contract last. Been with Rogers for about 4 years now. I'm Tier A.

Right now I'm at 23/mth for early evenings, 200day, VM, ID, WN/WE 6pm.
I pay an extra 5/mth for early evenings on top of the 18, hence 23/mth.
I've heard that people on my plan have gotten a $5/mth PERMANENT credit by Retentions when they call in.

How should I work this - I want to call into Rogers to get this credit of 5/mth back along with some bonuses. If I corp HUP now, I'm going to pay $80 in fees even with a $100 discount.

Is it possible to call retentions, threaten to quit, complain and get the 5/mth credit along with some bonuses (3 months unlim txt/calls, extra 50 min daytime), HUP to a phone, and sign on a 3yr contract; then call Corp HUP and tell them I HUPped, so they can apply the $100 credit to my account? This would effectively cancel my pre-HUP charges of $10/month but I don't know if it's possible.

I JUST got a w810 last week so I have no need for a new phone, but I don't want to keep paying the extra $5/month. How should I work this?

How'd you get such a cheap plan? I can't get that as an EPP :(

[carabunny]

I still have 8 months (Feb 07) before I can do a HUP, my contract expires in Feb 07 assuming I did a 2yr contract last. Been with Rogers for about 4 years now. I'm Tier A.

Right now I'm at 23/mth for early evenings, 200day, VM, ID, WN/WE 6pm.
I pay an extra 5/mth for early evenings on top of the 18, hence 23/mth.
I've heard that people on my plan have gotten a $5/mth PERMANENT credit by Retentions when they call in.

How should I work this - I want to call into Rogers to get this credit of 5/mth back along with some bonuses. If I corp HUP now, I'm going to pay $80 in fees even with a $100 discount.

Is it possible to call retentions, threaten to quit, complain and get the 5/mth credit along with some bonuses (3 months unlim txt/calls, extra 50 min daytime), HUP to a phone, and sign on a 3yr contract; then call Corp HUP and tell them I HUPped, so they can apply the $100 credit to my account? This would effectively cancel my pre-HUP charges of $10/month but I don't know if it's possible.

I JUST got a w810 last week so I have no need for a new phone, but I don't want to keep paying the extra $5/month. How should I work this?


if they have all this, why do people still ***** about $5/month? its a pretty damn cheap plan already and alot better than most, esp those that don't know about retentions and what not. and really, from a person that doesn't really keep track of this thread. it seems like their just boasting about such a wonderful plan, and wanting more. maybe that's just me.

[LondonAwaits]

if they have all this, why do people still ***** about $5/month? its a pretty damn cheap plan already and alot better than most, esp those that don't know about retentions and what not. and really, from a person that doesn't really keep track of this thread. it seems like their just boasting about such a wonderful plan, and wanting more. maybe that's just me.

I agree, that plan sounds kickass to me. I signed up with retentions about 1-1.5 years ago and I pay $20 for 200 min/8pm evenings and weekends/call id/no voicemail... I was told that it would cost $5 to upgrade to the 6pm weekends.

[HowEver]

I agree. An $18+5 plan that includes voicemail, caller id and network services, and often per second billing, is a kickass corporate plan.

if they have all this, why do people still ***** about $5/month? its a pretty damn cheap plan already and alot better than most, esp those that don't know about retentions and what not. and really, from a person that doesn't really keep track of this thread. it seems like their just boasting about such a wonderful plan, and wanting more. maybe that's just me.

[makmak0723]

I signed 3 years with rogers half years ago, and here is the plan:


$20
50 daytime mins
+50 bonus anytime
1000 mins we/wn
1000 mins rogers to rogers
6mth unlimited local calling
$25 for the black v3

Today is the last day of the 6 months, so i just call in today and change my plan. And this is my new plan.

$25
200 daytime mins
unlimited we/wn @6pm
1000 mins rogers to rogers
call display for 1 yr

and the thing is i don't need to renew my contract, so i have 2.5 year left......(They had offered me if i willing to renew my contract back to 3 years, i will get another 3 mths unlimited local calling again)

So guys, do you thing my new plan is a good deal or not??? Should i ask for more???

[trolldealhunter]

I signed 3 years with rogers half years ago, and here is the plan:


$20
50 daytime mins
+50 bonus anytime
1000 mins we/wn
1000 mins rogers to rogers
6mth unlimited local calling
$25 for the black v3

Today is the last day of the 6 months, so i just call in today and change my plan. And this is my new plan.

$25
200 daytime mins
unlimited we/wn @6pm
1000 mins rogers to rogers
call display for 1 yr

and the thing is i don't need to renew my contract, so i have 2.5 year left......(They had offered me if i willing to renew my contract back to 3 years, i will get another 3 mths unlimited local calling again)

So guys, do you thing my new plan is a good deal or not??? Should i ask for more???

no thats bloody great..

[WorldIRC]

Hey Guys,
Right now I'm on the 1340 but it's more then I need.

I use about 300 daytime, and then evenings and weekends from 8 is fine for me. I greatly use the 1000LD Canadian minutes on my account. I have the York U Corporate MSD code on my account right now (as employee paid though) so that only enables me for the basic 1183EPP plan I guess. My question. Is there a retention plan that offers about 300minutes w/ evenings weekends and caller ID right now...and if it offers Corporate US LD, even better. My spending has always been ATLEAST $100 / month since last August and right now I am on a 2 year contract, expiring in March 08.

Thanks.

[ShaTR]

i kno the $50 plan includes 500 daytime, evenings and weekends at 6pm, CID, and no SAF or 911. and you can probably get them to throw in LD also. and im sure there is something in between the 500 and 250 plan. perhaps 350. best to call and find out.

btw, wuts 1340???

[WorldIRC]

1340 = 700 daytime w/ evenings weekends at 8 ($45...+5 for 6pm)
I also have 50 extra minutes for Corporate MSD.

That $50 would actually still save me money compared to what I'm on because of the SAF and 911 and the CID....and if they had it for $45 w/ 8pm, that'd be good too.

[ShaTR]

edit - oh, so your paying SAF+911 for 200 more min, and LD.... seems good enuf.


yeah, it would save you a bit since your not using the extra min anyways. im sure they have something in between 250 and 500 though. probably a 35 for 350 plan.

ps. we gotta stop edting our posts. its becoming a whole convo in edits. :lol:

[WorldIRC]

I'm paying $5 for 1000LD. I'm also paying for CID.

I'd basically like the $25 retention plan w/ 300minutes and maybe 100LD minutes.

[ShaTR]

oh. i thought you got some included. ok, well, they may throw it in for free, but worst case senerio, you'll keep payin for it.

best thing is to call in and find out what they can offer you as a new corperate plan, and a retentions plan. you should't have a problem getting a good version of either one.

let us know how it goes. i really wanna know if there's something in between also.

Cheers!

[WorldIRC]

Are they open tomorrow?

[ShaTR]

i dont think so. relations department is usually a mon-fri 10-6 kinda thing. you can ask a CSR when relations dept. is open and call back then.

[bubble.tea]

ShaTr., though I'm certainly not a retentions expert., I've never heard of anything between 250 - 500.

[jjboy]

wow

this sob csr put a note on me so now I can't get a deal on new phones at all. :)
Needless to say, I will be writing a letter to file a complaint against him. :)

[ShaTR]

nor have I. which is why i would think its a good idea to call and ask. if not, hey, no biggie, but if there is, thats great also.

[bubble.tea]

nor have I. which is why i would think its a good idea to call and ask. if not, hey, no biggie, but if there is, thats great also.
oh I've asked ;), I usually don't say things off the top of my head., always reference conversations in past., or posts similarly.

^^Lol., well a letter sure., as long as you're firm the supervisors won't see enough of those (special stars) on your account from calls where you "lost it" ;)


I know someone who has the following NOT verbatim on his/her account :)

"If this client changes the plan, or calls for any more credits, some credits should be removed as there are too many credits on the account as it stands"
lmao

[WorldIRC]

I just found out my Corporate plan makes me eligible for the 1175 which gives me per second billing and 6pm clocks...only 200 daytime..but persecond. Free caller ID, free Voicemail, Tier A upgrade (23 months, no admin)....

I'm just waiting to see what the Calls to USA rate is.

[Mint]

hey guys, how long do I have to wait to do a HUP now (i.e under the new HUP sys). I've read that its 6 months after your last upgrade, but I checked online and it says that i'm not eligible for an upgrade until 12 months after.

Can anyone confirm?

[bubble.tea]

hey guys, how long do I have to wait to do a HUP now (i.e under the new HUP sys). I've read that its 6 months after your last upgrade, but I checked online and it says that i'm not eligible for an upgrade until 12 months after.

Can anyone confirm?
6 months for corporate accounts, and 6 months for non-corp accounts :confused: (not sure as I'm a corp customer). That's the intel so far...though could've changed already., God knows what they're smokin' over in Ted's office these days. :D

[tylercanuck]

wow

this sob csr put a note on me so now I can't get a deal on new phones at all. :)
Needless to say, I will be writing a letter to file a complaint against him. :)

You shouldn't bother wasting your time like that, to be honest.

[ShaTR]

6 months for corporate accounts, and 6 months for non-corp accounts :confused: (not sure as I'm a corp customer). That's the intel so far...though could've changed already., God knows what they're smokin' over in Ted's office these days. :D

yeah, just wait till Nadir takes over. :lol:

[Mad.Whack]

wow

this sob csr put a note on me so now I can't get a deal on new phones at all. :)
Needless to say, I will be writing a letter to file a complaint against him. :)

LOL bahahha... :lol: :twisted:

Don't bother, if anything the CSR will get a pat on the back. HUP lines have been jammed recently.

[bubble.tea]

LOL bahahha... :lol: :twisted:

Don't bother, if anything the CSR will get a pat on the back. HUP lines have been jammed recently.
lemme guess....a little lingo you picked up from hofo?

[jjboy]

That csr also cut me off, and all I did was simply asking if I can change my plan without renewing my contract. :) I mean, how can he be so unprofessional?
Right now I am waiting for a response from rogers to see what they will do about this incident.

[bubble.tea]

That csr also cut me off, and all I did was simply asking if I can change my plan without renewing my contract. :) I mean, how can he be so unprofessional?
Right now I am waiting for a response from rogers to see what they will do about this incident.
hmmm., if truly that's all that happened (and you did it in a polite and tactfulway)., I see yourself getting a nice $5 or more credit applied to your account.

2nd tier Retentions supervisors or reps will be able to do some pretty ming-blowing Isht to your account ;)

[Vickel]

hey just a quick question
I have 3 phones on the same account

plan for phone 1:
$20 a month
275 minutes
Unlimited nights and weekends (6 pm)
Call Display

plan for phone 2:
$25 a month
250 minutes
Unlimited nights and weekends (6 pm)
Call display

plan for phone 3:
$20 a month
250 minutes
Unlimited nights and weekends (8 pm)
Call display

just wondering if I can get all 3 phones on the same plan as phone 1, and also if I can get other services like Rogers to rogers calling, Long distance, or voicemail. Have only ben using these plans for 1 year, but have been with rogers over 3 years.

also I would like to know why it cost so much for me to upgrade my phone through their upgrade service, I havent upgraded over 3 years and when I login to my rogers account the prices there are much higher than posted on their site

Any help will be appreciated

[bubble.tea]

hey just a quick question
I have 3 phones on the same account
1. if I can get all 3 phones on the same plan as phone 1, and also if I can get other services like Rogers to rogers calling, Long distance, or voicemail. Have only ben using these plans for 1 year, but have been with rogers over 3 years.

also I would like to know why it cost so much for me to upgrade my phone through their upgrade service, I havent upgraded over 3 years and when I login to my rogers account the prices there are much higher than posted on their site

Any help will be appreciated
1. Yes you can definately ask for that.
2. Yup you can definately indicate to them how preferable, and happy you would be to get one or more of those wish0list type items you've mentioned added to your account.
3. hup....no idea man., all I can think of is are your 3 lines under one Billing Account Number (BAN)? If so hupping will SUCK ASS as only the first phone will earn the tier discount, then phone #2 & #3 will be treated as having $0 revenue and hence be at the lowest tier.

Please reply on status of 3phones on 3 bans or 1 ban

[plantiu]

I read some posts here. Now I'm thinking get a Rogers cell phone. I like the $20 with 250min & free CID etc. So what I should do now? Just go to a Rogers dealer and ask them for the best offer and after 6 monthes call to bargain the best plan? I can get a corporate plan from a dealer of Rogers but not HUP, can I get the same nice offer as other guys?

[Vickel]

1. Yes you can definately ask for that.
2. Yup you can definately indicate to them how preferable, and happy you would be to get one or more of those wish0list type items you've mentioned added to your account.
3. hup....no idea man., all I can think of is are your 3 lines under one Billing Account Number (BAN)? If so hupping will SUCK ASS as only the first phone will earn the tier discount, then phone #2 & #3 will be treated as having $0 revenue and hence be at the lowest tier.

Please reply on status of 3phones on 3 bans or 1 ban

thanx for the quick reply
its 3 phones on 1 BAN

[trolldealhunter]

Not sure if this is legal on the forum, but i just hacked my V3 to play games on it :), if there is interest i can start a post about it on the appropriate forum :) :D

[file888]

I read some posts here. Now I'm thinking get a Rogers cell phone. I like the $20 with 250min & free CID etc. So what I should do now? Just go to a Rogers dealer and ask them for the best offer and after 6 monthes call to bargain the best plan? I can get a corporate plan from a dealer of Rogers but not HUP, can I get the same nice offer as other guys?

I also want to know. can anybody answer this quesiton?

[jjboy]

hmmm., if truly that's all that happened (and you did it in a polite and tactfulway)., I see yourself getting a nice $5 or more credit applied to your account.

2nd tier Retentions supervisors or reps will be able to do some pretty ming-blowing Isht to your account ;)

Are the conversations recorded?
I am going to phone on Monday and asked to speak to a supervisor. However, I thinkt the CSR probably said some very negative things about me in his notes to cover his ass. :lol:

[bubble.tea]

Are the conversations recorded?
I am going to phone on Monday and asked to speak to a supervisor. However, I thinkt the CSR probably said some very negative things about me in his notes to cover his ass. :lol:
? be patient., you've written a letter., just wait for it. If you haven't., then yes sure if you're stubborn enough., call and ask for it. Be respectful, firm, and tactful.

Cheers., I'm making waffles for breakfast people :) (Home made ones;))

[jjboy]

Well, to be percise, I have only written an email so far to the online CSR. I don't know where to send a letter, so I am asking them how I can take this issue further. :lol:

[st7860]

if you truly have a legitimate customer service complaint,

you should, instead of emailing,

write a registered canada post letter to the Rogers Office of The President

also its handy to(before you write the letter), find out which office of Rogers you can show up at to view your personal information, then go and show up at that office requesting a copy of your rogers file, so you can see what comments you have on your account.

[ElectricEclipse]

I'm not a current rogers customer, my parents are thou and i'm looking for a phone plane around 25$/month, any good rogers plan deals or promotions come up lateltly, i knew there were a few round x-mas but those are long expired.
P.S, im gonna buy an unlocked phone and put the plan in a sim card and pop it in, or if its a real good deal with a phone, id jsut take the sim card outta the rogers phone and pop it into the unlocked phone.

[WorldIRC]

I just looked at my past 4 bills and I have generally been just under 200minutes (except for one month of 208min) billed by the minute for weekdays! I actually think the 1175 plan may work out for me....plus I may get my corporate LD rate to the USA (15cents) out of it.

I know the retention plans are slightly better, but by just using the corporate plan, it will keep me off the retention side of things for if / when I need something...

1175:

200 Daytime w/ Evenings and Weekends at 6
Per Second Billing
Caller ID and VoiceMail
$23 / month.

1000LD (canada) Minutes (+$5)

[akz]

Are the conversations recorded?
I am going to phone on Monday and asked to speak to a supervisor. However, I thinkt the CSR probably said some very negative things about me in his notes to cover his ass. :lol:

dont send a email/letter you most likely wont get a reply call in and complain in person over the phone.

conversations are indeed recorded dont let them tell you that they are not... when you call in ask straight to speak with a supervisor.. start off nice and firm.. DO NOT start off agressive if you start off agressive you will just come off as the immature one and you wont get anything.. Get a supervisor and then explain it calmly and then slowly get agressive .. supervisors ususally give you what you want :)

I'm looking for a phone plane around 25$/month, any good rogers plan deals or promotions come up lateltly, i knew there were a few round x-mas but those are long expired.
P.S, im gonna buy an unlocked phone and put the plan in a sim card and pop it in, or if its a real good deal with a phone, id jsut take the sim card outta the rogers phone and pop it into the unlocked phone.

why dont people EVER read the FIRST post .... ?? ... seriously.. lazy

[RonyPal]

There are many aspects here that as a rogers employee i'm laughing at how you think things do get done, unfrotunately i cannot reveal them, but just to let fellow rfders know, alot of policy and procedures that you think are true, are incorrect in this thread, oh what it is to live on the other side....

[RonyPal]

hmmm., if truly that's all that happened (and you did it in a polite and tactfulway)., I see yourself getting a nice $5 or more credit applied to your account.

2nd tier Retentions supervisors or reps will be able to do some pretty ming-blowing Isht to your account ;)

I love how this forum is full of credit seekers....

Here is a bit of COMMON knowledge that you can use FOR YOUR case, and this while be it rare knowledge is available knowledge...

you can request for a copy of the notes on your account, legally. so when battling anything, it always helps to request a copy...

[trolldealhunter]

There are many aspects here that as a rogers employee i'm laughing at how you think things do get done, unfrotunately i cannot reveal them, but just to let fellow rfders know, alot of policy and procedures that you think are true, are incorrect in this thread, oh what it is to live on the other side....


dont b a jerk, reveal yourk secrets!

[RonyPal]

dont b a jerk, reveal yourk secrets!

LOL i can let you know on how to be tactfull and get things done, but I dont feel like risking my job at the expense of this. What i will let you know is that CSRs are like you, they have their good days and bad, but no matter what if you are polite to them, they will be polite to you.

however there are exceptions to every rule and peopel are people, you will find some absoloutely ******* csrs, you know the best thing to do in this case? hang up, and call again next week. no do not call the next day, next week as then they will know you are simply trying to locate the correct csr to prey on...use some common sense and things will go your way, use the system for your benefit, and dont shoot yourself in the foot...

do not call and yell and scream and act rude, be super polite and you may in fact find some unwarranted credits on your account. and never threaten, becuase that is an automatic alarm in csrs mind to put up a wall and not help you, dont scam, be polite, and you will find yourself with more rewards.

Also...do not manufacture an elaborate sob story, as the ******** detector on most csrs is VERY high, be real, state the problem simply politely, state that it was an inconvenience but dont litter that throughout your call. and we will reward you for being so. Do not sound agitated as that may make them just want to put you on hold for an extended amount of time to calm you down...,

show compassion, these guys put up with angry customers every minute of every day, at the first sign of an easy going cx, we are more than happy to help you with yoru problem, and do not rush them, they are already under strict timelines from rogers, if you are busy, or at work, then dont cal them then, call them once you have time, you can make the csr feel more relaxed simply by how you talk to them, and the fact is a more relaxed csr is a more "giving" csr

[bubble.tea]

......................, alot of policy and procedures that you think are true, are incorrect in this thread,.................
not flamebait Rony., but the success of MANY (let's say over 5000 posts and every FIFTH poster posted an actual successful plan renewal/creation--> that's 1000 successful events) posters, and the ways they've received indicate that the policy and procedures (as presumed to be) are portrayed quite correctly.

I can understand that in principle-as you say (first hand knowledge-though you've told in past that you don't work for Wrieless/Retentions...so could it be different from the dept you actually work in??) the "Official rules & regs" are completely different and you may-in fact are MOST welcome to share them in pm to myself ;)-be adamant about it. (Okay very sorry., this sentence is painfully difficult to follow., but the intent is there-it's sunday evening folks ;))....But when THIS MANY (~1000) post of successful endeavours., there's little case you have to the opposite.

^What you said above me-I completely agree with however ;)

[RonyPal]

not flamebait Rony., but the success of MANY (let's say over 5000 posts and every FIFTH poster posted an actual successful plan renewal/creation--> that's 1000 successful events) posters, and the ways they've received indicate that the policy and procedures (as presumed to be) are portrayed quite correctly.

I can understand that in principle-as you say (first hand knowledge-though you've told in past that you don't work for Wrieless/Retentions...so could it be different from the dept you actually work in??) the "Official rules & regs" are completely different and you may-in fact are MOST welcome to share them in pm to myself ;)-be adamant about it. But when THIS MANY (~1000) post of successful endeavours., there's little case you have to the opposite.

lol I'm not adresseing the plans which cxs have used to get beter plans, I am speaking of other things discussed in this thread. However, when this many people as you so say, 1000s of people call into retentions, it will only be tightening their procedures, which is quit eunfortunate.

Yes i do not work for wireless retention, i work for HPS retention, and it is VERY similiar to wireless, and I have friends in wireless so we all talk.

The subject i am adressing, i show to correctly get done what you wish to get done. doing it as how you say 1000s have done yes it can be done, but to do it without impacting the department or makign rogers turn heads is another thing. first off, calling retentions directly, thats a mistake. however, i'm simply offering my advice, if you wish not to listen that is your business.

[bubble.tea]

............... 1000s of people call into retentions, it will only be tightening their procedures, ...........
Yes i do not work for wireless retention, i work for HPS retention, and it is VERY similiar to wireless, and I have friends in wireless so we all talk.
................ first off, calling retentions directly, thats a mistake. ..............
ahhh., yes-exchanging "war-stories"., sharing info is definately a nice plus to the inside world of Rogers Wireless. I'm sure I agree that Retentions departments across RW's industry share a lot of similarities ;) (What's your take on those guys getting the free HD PVR as a pm by Rogers?).

Yes calling directly., as you can see from my posts I'm a firm advocate of NOT DOING that., rather calling and being funneled over. And YET., many MANY do just that...and in fact post with success as though it didn't impact anything.

Lastly., truthfully, you know-as with the general BITTER & FURIOUS tone over on hofo about Retentions, and your mildly agitated concern-the worst hasn't happened yet. Whether it is closing in is NO doubt, a very strong possibility. What blows me away is that this thread started a verrrrrrrry long time ago...and look at Retentions now. It's even MORE popular than ever.

We would have thought-if the worst fears were true, and it's existence became larger and larger., there'd be no DOUBT it would've been shut down...AND YET The frequency and regularity of people getting "free Razrs, with Free BT headsets", multiple $5 monthly credits and God knows what awesome plans to match, has only increased of late.

One questions, HOW MUCH slack can Rogers give before snapping the rope taught, and clamping down on all RFD style enquiries to CxR.

[st7860]

Rogers Retentions number is 1-888-936-7283

FIDO also has a Retentions number which is 1-888-259-3436

DO NOT call *611

[RonyPal]

Rogers Retentions number is 1-888-936-7283

FIDO also has a Retentions number which is 1-888-259-3436

DO NOT call *611

lol ok there, as youve already mentioend in this thread...

[bubble.tea]

lol ok there, as youve already mentioend in this thread...
hehe., about eleventy seven times-at that. :D

[WorldIRC]

If people can't find the phone number by now, they don't deserve anything from Rogers :)

[RonyPal]

Lastly., truthfully, you know-as with the general BITTER & FURIOUS tone over on hofo about Retentions, and your mildly agitated concern-the worst hasn't happened yet. Whether it is closing in is NO doubt, a very strong possibility. What blows me away is that this thread started a verrrrrrrry long time ago...and look at Retentions now. It's even MORE popular than ever.

One questions, HOW MUCH slack can Rogers give before snapping the rope taught, and clamping down on all RFD style enquiries to CxR.

IMHO, retentions will never close, it is a necesary step in the cs model, however, their leeway will be getting shorteened, as to when? orders come down on the daily from head office/gordon baker, and are subject to change so fast it will make your head spin...so expect the unexpected...well..any day now.

[bubble.tea]

IMHO, retentions will never close, it is a necesary step in the cs model, however, their leeway will be getting shorteened,.............................so expect the unexpected...well..any day now.
hehe., I'll believe it when I hear about it ;)

Thankfully, I haven't needed to do anything since my initial reneg of my plans many mannnnnnnnnnnnnnnny moons ago. Sometimes I get a little tingle from hearing of how lucky some fresh customers here get-but hey that's the reality of RFD. There'll always be someone getting a better deal somewhere somehow :D.

Still waiting on that pm about the "official rules in Retentions Spiel" ;)

[RonyPal]

Still waiting on that pm about the "official rules in Retentions Spiel" ;)

Sadly it wont be coming

[st7860]

its not going to come?

[bubble.tea]

Sadly it wont be coming
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[RonyPal]

Sadly it wont be coming

No it is not

[bubble.tea]

Sadly it wont be coming
No it is not
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??? why'd you quote yourself?

[ShaTR]

bahahaha

[WorldIRC]

For all of you PM'ing me about the 1175 plan.

This is a CORPORATE PLAN not a RETENTION PLAN. You must have a Corporately Reimbursed (not EPP) MSD Tag on your account. A dealer must do this as they will require some form of proof that you are being reimbursed for the plan. Without the ID, they can only put you on a regular EPP plan (which still requires some form of ID that you work for the company). Any dealer activating you on this plan without requesting the ID is doing this against Rogers policies. If you choose to go through Rogers CSR, they will request you fax in a formal document stating the reimbursement and it could take a few weeks to be applied.

I should add, not all MSD codes will result in the same. Even if you have the MSD code, it may not allow the 1175 or other plans on your account. Some MSD codes give 50bonus minutes on accounts, others give that and PerSecond Billing after the first minute. Some give special LD rates. Call in to Rogers and tell them you are interested in a Corporate Plan. They will ask who you work for, and then they will tell you what you are eligible for. You can then choose to proceed from there.

[bubble.tea]

For all of you PM'ing me about the 1175 plan...............
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/laugh.gifhttp://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/laugh.gif

Well whaddya expect posting in here with a beheamoth (big word for "very WICKED") plan like that? ;)

[WorldIRC]

I gave a very subtle hint as to how you get the plan though....very very subtle :)

[bubble.tea]

I gave a very subtle hint as to how you get the plan though....very very subtle :)
Wonder how Treatz would deal with you if you posted like this over on hofo ;).

It's nice to be free to talk about whatever you want isn't it?

[WorldIRC]

I respect Treatz' forum rules...I understand the reasoning for his rules on Hofo, and seeing as I am a senior member over there, I won't break those rules. I also understand the specific logic for not discussing Corporate Plans on Hofo. This site however is about deals and if Rogers is willing to give em out, then this is the site they should be discussed on.

Also, seeing as I could even be seen as a representative to Hofo from here, I will still follow most of the rules here as I do there. I explained how to get the Corporate Plan, and that should be enough. No need for anything else regarding that.

[bubble.tea]

............This site however is about deals and if Rogers is willing to give em out, then this is the site they should be discussed on.....
lol., convenient to play both sides of the field innit.

I remember you were quite a firm advocate AGAINST the retention forum beta., and yet you love talkin' it up in here-playin' the penny pincher role .

Too bad it didn't work out over there., but when it's practically a mathematical impossibility...meh what're you gonna do?

I too respect the decision. A wireless forum in here would be nice. I'd be a firm advocate for it myself actually.

for the record., my msd gives that 700 min plan, though I've never wanted it. My plan is the 250 daytime. Don't ask me how I reached http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/ohmygod.gif1400 daytime last month, and 1300http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/ohmygod.gif eve mins thoughhttp://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/boxing.gif.

[WorldIRC]

I was against the retention forum on HOFO, not against retention forums. Rogers is expensive...if theres deals to be given, they should be known. I was just against it being on Hofo...its an information site, not a deal site.. That's all.


Right now I am on the 1340 plan which is 700daytime, w/ evenings and weekends at 6. My msd gives me 50 extra, so I get 750. I don't need to spend $45 / month + caller ID and VM as I don't use it all.

[akz]

you can request for a copy of the notes on your account, legally. so when battling anything, it always helps to request a copy...


RonyPal is this true?? Will they fax it to you or mail it to you directly? I am very interested in knowing what one particular CSR put on my accout... Do I just request it from normal CS Reps or does it have to be retentions? thxxx

[WorldIRC]

RonyPal is this true?? Will they fax it to you or mail it to you directly? I am very interested in knowing what one particular CSR put on my accout... Do I just request it from normal CS Reps or does it have to be retentions? thxxx

The policy is true. I've even seen my comments live on their Vision 21 system. They have to give you a paper copy on request as its a private file having to do with you.

[RonyPal]

that is correct, man you should see some of the notes...it is VERY rare that a cx requests it, bu I always use words like "irate" instead of "guy yelled at me for 5 minutes with his wife screaming in the background", becuase one day someones gonna request and then yer in deep lol

[bubble.tea]

Man., I would PAY to get a selection of the TOP 40 (most awesome) notes you reps put on accounts.

I would SO PAY http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/laugh.gifhttp://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/laugh.gif

[WorldIRC]

It was kinda cool, the Felix Vision 21 software. Every single detail is there...SOC plan added, SOC plan removed...contract renewed etc.... And for each change to ones account, there is a comment added. No wonder they always put you on hold when making the changes.

[trolldealhunter]

somebody request theres!

[WorldIRC]

somebody request theres!
Just request your own....

[st7860]

www.comparecellular.com is a much better place, and its not plastered with google ads all over either

[RonyPal]

www.comparecellular.com is a much better place, and its not plastered with google ads all over either

is it me or was that totally out of nowehere

and worldirc, you have no idea how much crap we have to write, different note codes, i onc ehad to put 10 note codes with each a note for 1 cx, it's not a joke, then for each cal you gotta send forms to appropriate departments, then email them seperately, man, you gotta be quick on the keys no jokes

[WorldIRC]

At my work, we write w/e we feel necessary on the Call Journals :)

[bubble.tea]

Always wondered wtf goes on that I would be put on hold for a little bit. Thankfully, haven't had to deal with that in ayyyyyyyyyges.

[st7860]

http://www.geckobeach.com/cellular/ is a much better place, and its not plastered all over with google ads either

[WorldIRC]

Sometimes they have good hold music. Depends which call centre.

[RonyPal]

http://www.geckobeach.com/cellular/ is a much better place, and its not plastered all over with google ads either

seriously what is with these site refferals....

and yeah sometimes it's pretty ok music, but sometimes also we do jsut put ya on hold becuase we need a break for our call work time man, it's rough lol.

[akz]

heh ill be requesting my notes on monday hehe ill let you all know whats on my account after I read over it and have a nice laff heh

[WorldIRC]

5000th REPLY!! YAY ROGERS WIRELESS!!

[bubble.tea]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/laugh.gif

[WorldIRC]

http://www.arcx.com/sites/ is a better place, and it has only ONE google ad too, not googles all over.

Get a life

[akz]

http://geckobeachforums.com is a better place and it doesnt have google ads plastered all over either

are you a robot or something ? ...

[bubble.tea]

are you a robot or something ? ...
he's a BOT http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/laugh.gif

[RonyPal]

http://www.geckobeach.com/cellular/ is a much better place, and its not plastered all over with google ads either

wtf is wrong with you...are you brain damaged?