[Merged] Hot deal for Rogers Wireless Customers

[geokots]

OUCH....Well done on keeping that thing working all these years.

Well I guess you understand why I desperately need a new phone. Just can't pay the $300+ for the type I want.

[WorldIRC]

lmao....well I think patience and content have caught up with me.

I don't seem to need anything else....though I LOVE to hear the random strokes of success everybody posts with hehe.

"I got everything"
"I got raped"

all by different people, and in a matter of seconds...ah the Q&A aspect of Retentions hasn't changed it seems hehe. But damn am I jealous of the W810i for $125....hey guys p.s. Hopefully my price protection goes through on my purchase., should drop it to $75 now heheh OUCH. Still doesn't beat you punks with Tier AA who get it for $0 now :(. MAN THAT rocks.

Tier AA pays $50 ($249-50)....Corporate discount is based on the 3 year renewal rate (before instant or mail in rebates as listed on the Rogers site). So it would be 249 - 200 not 200-200.

[bubble.tea]

Tier AA pays $50 ($249-50)....Corporate discount is based on the 3 year renewal rate (before instant or mail in rebates as listed on the Rogers site). So it would be 249 - 200 not 200-200.
ouch that stinks for them...how're you liking your MOFO 50% (was it?) Telus EPP?

[MOBB]

I want to switch to this plan. Can anyone tell me what the plan code is?
the plan code, is somthing along the lines of 13XX, If i was to guees I would say 1347. The rep vaguely said it while he was searching for a note on the account.

[Gee]

the plan code, is somthing along the lines of 13XX, If i was to guees I would say 1347. The rep vaguely said it while he was searching for a note on the account.

Just called Retentions, they don't have anything with unlimited evenings and weekends with unlimited incoming at any price.

:(

They never heard of that plan code either. Can you possible call them and ask them what plan you have?

[WorldIRC]

ouch that stinks for them...how're you liking your MOFO 50% (was it?) Telus EPP?

I'll be back on Rogers tomorrow ;)

[sullione]

how long can you typically stay on the 170 line after you stop working at rogers?

I am going on 4 months now

[MOBB]

Just called Retentions, they don't have anything with unlimited evenings and weekends with unlimited incoming at any price.

:(

They never heard of that plan code either. Can you possible call them and ask them what plan you have?


Called back a CSR, she said he couldnt give out the code but only the details of the plan. I tried to get it out but she just kept saying that she is not allowed to give out the code.

Anyways This plan does exist its a retnention offer, It starts with a 13 for shure but im not to shure about the last 2 digits. This plan is out there!

[WorldIRC]

1340
700 Daytime
Evenings and Weekends at 8
($45)... +$5 for 6pm.

[bubble.tea]

I'll be back on Rogers tomorrow ;)
lmao WHY????

[SinGularity]

if u are already on a retention plan, can u get them to add features for free?

i ve been on tis retention plan for 1.5 years now

how would u suggest that i go about in getting the w810 for less and free features :razz:
Should i talk to the retention rep or talk to a regular rep..

[Parapa]

First of all I would like to thank whoever started this thread... If it weren't for him/her I wouldn't have known about this retentions department and wouldn't have gotten he amazing deals that I got yesterday.

I was currently on a 3 year plan but I still I had one year left. But I wanted a new phone and wanted them to reduce the price of my plan because even though I had the $20 plan with unlimited evenings/weekends with SMS bundle pack, I still ended up paying almost 45 a month with voicemail, caller ID, etc. and the dreaded System access fee and taxes.

So called in and strategically voiced my concerns, and received I guess their standard plan that they offer:

$20/month for 2 year renewal. Includes:
- 200 daytime minutes, Unlimited evenings/weekends at 8pm
- 100 Canadian Long Distance minutes (very helpful for me cuz Im university and whenever I go back home to visit my parents I end up paying quite a bit for using the phone out of my area)
- Voicemail, Caller ID
- Unlimited Local Rogers to Rogers Calling
- Call waiting, call forwarding, etc. (which is standard anyways with any plan)

So with SAF and taxes she said it comes out to approx. 31/month.. AWESOME!

ANNND Im not done... It's a little complicated to explain this over a forum, but bottom line was I ended up getting the Sony Ericsson w810i that I wanted really bad for approx. $115 including taxes and all fees. (She offered it to me for 99.99 plus taxes and waved the $35 fee). And yes this is for a 2 year renewal. The phone should be here in the next few days.

AWESOME!

[simms]

Decent catch, the standard plan + R2R. 100 LD is a throw-in usually, but R2R is fairly hard to get on a <$25 plan.

As for the price of w810, seems like you may have been on a Corporate with MSD..

[WorldIRC]

Corporate MSD would put him on Tier AA in this case.. on 2 year renewal.

[simms]

Corporate MSD would put him on Tier AA in this case.. on 2 year renewal.

Hmm, 199-100=99 which is what he/she paid. I believe it's Tier A? AA is $200 off.

[kmchow]

For the moderators, to make things easier for everyone, can this thread be split into regular and corporate deals/HUPs? It can get confusing sometimes.

[bubble.tea]

but the price is off 2yr, not 3yr.

[guanghot]

For the moderators, to make things easier for everyone, can this thread be split into regular and corporate deals/HUPs? It can get confusing sometimes.

I for one against it. It is much easier to find one thread than two IMHO.

[Parapa]

LoL Just to clarify I was not on a corporate plan or anything. Just had a regular university plan that I got 2 years ago before going to university. I had called other reps a few days ago and they were offering me much less and the w810i for the regular 199.99 plus fees and taxes for 3 year renewal. But I got everything that I got for only 2 year renewal. Just got lucky I guess with the rep this time.

[st7860]

I for one against it. It is much easier to find one thread than two IMHO.


against - its better this way, other people seem to have no problem with it.

[bubble.tea]

....... Just got lucky I guess with the rep this time.
exactly, :D

[simms]

exactly, :D

Never knew they could give credits off phones. $200 off a phone, for that matter... :D

[bubble.tea]

Never knew they could give credits off phones. $200 off a phone, for that matter... :D
you're kiddin' me right?

[Whitewind]

is it easier to get ur activation fee waved if you ask for a phone you actually need to pay for? rather than those free phones

[TheFuteballer]

OKAY IM EXCITED (at least I hope so!)

Called Twice.. first time.. the Rep wouldn't give me ANYTHING.. I started off with saying "Hi I was wondering if it would be possible to cancel my phone.." and she's just like "Okay" and she was doing it when I came an interupted her and gave her my story but she wouldn't give me anything.. i was devasdated..

luckily i decided to call back today.. and another Rep offered me:

250 minutes
Evenings and Weekends after 6 p.m.
Rogers 2 Rogers for $25/month


Good deal? Should I be excited?

[rohit_enigma]

Not bad... but you should try and get 100 LD minutes and Caller ID thrown in.

OKAY IM EXCITED (at least I hope so!)

Called Twice.. first time.. the Rep wouldn't give me ANYTHING.. I started off with saying "Hi I was wondering if it would be possible to cancel my phone.." and she's just like "Okay" and she was doing it when I came an interupted her and gave her my story but she wouldn't give me anything.. i was devasdated..

luckily i decided to call back today.. and another Rep offered me:

250 minutes
Evenings and Weekends after 6 p.m.
Rogers 2 Rogers for $25/month


Good deal? Should I be excited?

[simms]

OKAY IM EXCITED (at least I hope so!)

Called Twice.. first time.. the Rep wouldn't give me ANYTHING.. I started off with saying "Hi I was wondering if it would be possible to cancel my phone.." and she's just like "Okay" and she was doing it when I came an interupted her and gave her my story but she wouldn't give me anything.. i was devasdated..

luckily i decided to call back today.. and another Rep offered me:

250 minutes
Evenings and Weekends after 6 p.m.
Rogers 2 Rogers for $25/month


Good deal? Should I be excited?

Uh... sure! You sound excited! You should take it! :D :confused: :cheesygri
Really it's up to you.. do you like taht deal? if you do, take it.

[TheFuteballer]

well I don't have anyone to call outside of Toronto anyways lol caller id wouldve been nice but I didnt want to risk it.. if he said no and I couldnt get the plan before i wouldve died..

i took the plan though.. I mean I've only had this plan for 3 months and this is my first retention! :lol:

[simms]

well I don't have anyone to call outside of Toronto anyways lol caller id wouldve been nice but I didnt want to risk it.. if he said no and I couldnt get the plan before i wouldve died..

i took the plan though.. I mean I've only had this plan for 3 months and this is my first retention! :lol:

In all honesty you could've asked for CID, VM and 100LD. The worse is that he'll just give up on you and cancel your plan immediately.. :D

[TheFuteballer]

yea and then he wouldve charged me $200 and left me with no phone! :razz:

[yyCC]

hi all, i have been reading this thread for a while before i actually made a call and it pays off :D

i want to ask if anyone have heard of "unlimited Rogers to Rogers text messaging" because i got that as part of my plan but reading like 30 pages of this thread doesn't mention anything about it (or i was blind). Just wondering if it's worth much lol

[WorldIRC]

^R2R sms is a new feature that began w/ their back to school promo just last week.

[Hut]

I remember in the past Rogers offers the $50 rebate as instant rebate. When did they lift this rule / policy?

Tier AA pays $50 ($249-50)....Corporate discount is based on the 3 year renewal rate (before instant or mail in rebates as listed on the Rogers site). So it would be 249 - 200 not 200-200.

[WorldIRC]

Sometimes its rebate..soemtimes its not.

[Whitewind]

hi all, i have been reading this thread for a while before i actually made a call and it pays off :D

i want to ask if anyone have heard of "unlimited Rogers to Rogers text messaging" because i got that as part of my plan but reading like 30 pages of this thread doesn't mention anything about it (or i was blind). Just wondering if it's worth much lol

so what is ur final plan?

[yyCC]

so what is ur final plan?

after reading this thread i realized rogers has been ripping me off D: i signed up a 2 yrs plan 2 yrs ago with just 100 day + 1000 even/weekend 9pm + r2r + CID for $25... my contract is due in Sept so gathering info/tactic from this thread and the other linked forum, i called in:

Call #1 into customer relation:
i said my 2 yrs contract is due next month asked what options do i have etc...
got told:
200 daytime min
unlimited evening/weekend, ev 6pm
R2R
Call Display
$25/mo
3 yr plan, no phone discount on the phone i wanted (just like the 3 yr price on the site)

- according to ppl's experience here, these are the usual crap that can be obtained easily and the 3 yr plan + no phone discount kinda sickens me so told her, "ok thanks i'll think about it" and hang up. (didn't even bother to ask if there's any months of unlimited calling)


Call #2 into customer relation:
few hrs later, i called again and this time i tell the lady my contract is due at the end of the month please CANCEL my phone at the end of the contract. As expected, she asked why and i told her for this price i can get better stuff else where. Further, I told her fido and telus has txt messages came with their plans at the same price and rogers doesnt have any. (actually i can't find that fido plan anymore right now but i think fido do offer good plans with txt & pic/vid msg at $25/mo just i dont wanna change my phone # ><)...so after a moment she offered me:

- unlimited incoming calls
- 100 outbound mins
- 1000 evening & weekends (even starts at 9pm)
- 100 Canadian LD
- unlimited R2R calling
- unlimited R2R text messaging
- 3 months unlimited local calling
$25/mo + admin fee waived (the whatever $35 is for)

2yrs contract

i asked about the sony 810i, she said it's for $199 (it's a discounted price consider the contract is only 2 yr, but i can't afford it and it's not as good as the k800i anyway), so i picked the samsung T609 for $99 and accepted the above plan. I asked if she can add call display but she said i got so much stuff already so i can't have call display...it's ok i still love her she had given me alot i understand <3 tho i dont really need the 100 canadian LD


Call #3 into customer relation:
after thinking for a night, i still think call display is a must (for me) but i wont pay for it for sure. So, i decided to sell my soul to rogers -.- and that's the only bet i still have left...i called in, asked if i change my contract to a 3 yr term will i be getting bonuses such as call display / early evening / bonus mins . She told me the last rep already threw in everything (lol), ur current plan is not supposed to be on a 2 yr contract bleh bleh..then i keep saying "SO IT MAKES NO DIFFERENCE EVEN IF I SIGN UP FOR 3 YRS?!??" that other post with the "U ARE REJECTING ME FROM RENEWALING MY CONTRACT" reminded me xD...after waiting on the phone for a while the lady came back and said she could credit my acct for $5 and then add the call display to make up that $5 Call display cost :D YAY justice win! i do feel that with a 3 yr contract i can get further discount on my phone but i think i already pushed alot so i just thanked her and hung up <3. i think i could add $5 for early evening but as simm said i dont make enough calls in that 3 hrs to pay $5 (plus i have unlimited incoming calls).


am i being too detailed or it's gonna help? i been reading more than 30 pages looking for details to help me calling in lol i suggest ppl post more details on how to get better deals but maybe it's cuz ppl are keeping their secret tactics oh well...i am not a heavy user, i dont use my phone much so i dont want the usual 200 min crap like in call #1, maybe some ppl do...i am looking for a bit of this and that here and there, with SOME txt msg, didnt expect there's a R2R unlimited txt msg, i never heard of it before. i am guessing MOBB will be jealous hehe

right now i am not sure if the 3months unlimited local is just talking or is the unlimited txt & pic/vid message included (like in new signup), i think i'll call to ask when my plan starts and if it's not i'll ask for it...or am i being greedy now?

what do u think about my plan? i think it's ALOT better than my sick old plan lol...

heh, thanks everyone here for contributing to this thread.

[st7860]

Call #2 into customer relation:
few hrs later, i called again and this time i tell the lady my contract is due at the end of the month please CANCEL my phone at the end of the contract. As expected, she asked why and i told her for this price i can get better stuff else where. Further, I told her fido and telus has txt messages came with their plans at the same price and rogers doesnt have any. (actually i can't find that fido plan anymore right now but i think fido do offer good plans with txt & pic/vid msg at $25/mo just i dont wanna change my phone # ><)...so after a moment she offered me:

- unlimited incoming calls
- 100 outbound mins
- 1000 evening & weekends (even starts at 9pm)
- 100 Canadian LD
- unlimited R2R calling
- unlimited R2R text messaging
- 3 months unlimited local calling
$25/mo + admin fee waived (the whatever $35 is for)

2yrs contract
.

by upgrading with $5/mo you should be able to get the same as above but UNLIMITED evenings and weekends instead of 1000, and starts at 6pm too.

[ShaTR]

man, thats 1 sick plan you got yourself there. congrats. man, i'm gonna try for something like that the next time around. although it wont really save me any money, but nice to have anyways. enjoy :)

[bubble.tea]

sounds like

unlimited Rogers 2 Rogers Txting has become the new 'add-on'.

Enjoy it peeps.

[Whitewind]

does anyone know if you can have a friend add an account with the same plan my friend has and can transfer it to me so i also get that plan, instead of dealing with retentions

[hustler]

a
$25/mo + admin fee waived (the whatever $35 is for)









its activation fee.....alot of locations will waive it for you, especially if you buy a sim card from them

[bubble.tea]

does anyone know if you can have a friend add an account with the same plan my friend has and can transfer it to me so i also get that plan, instead of dealing with retentions
yes it is possible.

[crimsondr]

yes it is possible.
who do you call to ask when you want to open another account using my current retention plan?

[akz]

who do you call to ask when you want to open another account using my current retention plan?

since your account/plan has to do with retentions I am pretty sure you will be directed to retentions none the less off the bat, so speaking with retentions would be your best bet :)

[Whitewind]

do you guys think we can add R2R Text Messaging to our plans without paying more?

[stratux]

I have a pay as you go phone..and I finished the minutes is their retentions plans for 15 dollars a month because i dont use many minutes and 30 minutes a month is good for me

[Digiital]

All 170's will expire Aug 31/2006


how long can you typically stay on the 170 line after you stop working at rogers?

I am going on 4 months now

[ShaTR]

I have a pay as you go phone..and I finished the minutes is their retentions plans for 15 dollars a month because i dont use many minutes and 30 minutes a month is good for me

personally, they told me that the 20 is the cheapest one they had. BUT, a previous rep told me about a $25 plan with NO SAF or 911 fee. just a strait $25 (which is like a 17.50 plan)

In your case, the best would be a "7-11 speakout" plan.

1 yr expiry on min
$0.20/min all day every day

the sim cards come with the phones, and there is no way to get one without buying the phone. They use rogers networks, and reportedly, their sims work in rogers locked phones.

30min a month means $6.00 + $1.50 911 fee = $7.50/month with 7-11's prepaid. can't get no cheaper brah!!!! even if you use 65min a month, it'll cost you less than $15

[akz]

do you guys think we can add R2R Text Messaging to our plans without paying more?

that is still unknown at the moment....since R2R sms was just introduced in their new student plan

[bigboy999]

i just came back from the source they have a $10 plan that inlcudes:
200 + 50 bonus min
Rogers to Rogers local calling
Unlimited Weeknight calling
need to add SAF and 911

New Customers only and 3yr contract

[st7860]

i just came back from the source they have a $10 plan that inlcudes:
200 + 50 bonus min
Rogers to Rogers local calling
Unlimited Weeknight calling
need to add SAF and 911

New Customers only and 3yr contract

thats kind of insulting(to existing customers) . 250 daytime for $10+licence.

[Whitewind]

not really....it is almost like a retentions plan, 5 for voicemail, 5 for cid, 5 for weekend

[MOBB]

Does anyone know if Value packs can be thrown in for free or bill credited or can the bill credit only be a max of 5$?

[Dano76]

not really....it is almost like a retentions plan, 5 for voicemail, 5 for cid, 5 for weekend
which still makes it insulting to someone who's been with rogers for years cause a new customer can get it.

[Haz]

i just came back from the source they have a $10 plan that inlcudes:
200 + 50 bonus min
Rogers to Rogers local calling
Unlimited Weeknight calling
need to add SAF and 911

New Customers only and 3yr contractFirst, new customers get better deals on phones (I'm not saying that all existing customer don't get really good deals) and now this?

[simms]

The plan is only available to residents of NB.

In a month I will confirm what I've been working on for a while.. if this is true, you guys won't believe it.

[Acuratl]

The plan is only available to residents of NB.

In a month I will confirm what I've been working on for a while.. if this is true, you guys won't believe it.


wow 10 bucks, i would sacrefice CID and VM for that!

[bubble.tea]

....In a month I will confirm what I've been working on for a while.. if this is true, you guys won't believe it.

In a month if you post what I think you're going to post about...I will end your life out of sheer rage. :D

MAN, you have far surpassed ANY claims of me being a cheap bastard....I still do over $250/month for our accounts...you and your chump change plans take being a shrewd and Cheap Bastard to a new level.

[jtcb]

i just came back from the source they have a $10 plan that inlcudes:
200 + 50 bonus min
Rogers to Rogers local calling
Unlimited Weeknight calling
need to add SAF and 911

New Customers only and 3yr contract

I thought my $20 plan is cheap already..

[ShaTR]

if thats true, they BETTER switch my parents over to that. and depending what time eveings and weekends are, me too!

hell for that kind of savings, i'll pay the 200 and cancel my contract and re-sign up for this plan. 20 months and im ahead

[akz]

hey guys I finally got a question... what is the LOWEST amount that I can pay for the MAX amount of SMS messages sent ? I need to get myself a sms addon package asap.. thx

[felix]

The plan is only available to residents of NB.

You're right. Link to deal : http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showthread.php?t=326194

[bubble.tea]

.......... what is the LOWEST amount that I can pay............
haha., $0.

[WorldIRC]

hey guys I finally got a question... what is the LOWEST amount that I can pay for the MAX amount of SMS messages sent ? I need to get myself a sms addon package asap.. thx

The $10, 2500 outgoing package.

[simms]

In a month if you post what I think you're going to post about...I will end your life out of sheer rage. :D

MAN, you have far surpassed ANY claims of me being a cheap bastard....I still do over $250/month for our accounts...you and your chump change plans take being a shrewd and Cheap Bastard to a new level.

You have to realize I'm not calling in. This is still my same plan with a few changes. The last time I called in was months ago and I don't intend to call again for a while.

And I never called you a cheap bastard at all...

[bubble.tea]

You have to realize I'm not calling in.......
And I never called you a cheap bastard at all...

Even WORSE....you're getting some inside help to accomplish the impossible :D

hehe....chillax mang, how could I get upset with you. I don't get upset...I get even :lol:

;)

[akz]

does retentions have a sms offer better than the $10 i dun wana pay $10 bucks max $5 for me..

[simms]

does retentions have a sms offer better than the $10 i dun wana pay $10 bucks max $5 for me..

wha.. akz?
I don't even understand your question man...

[Haz]

wha.. akz?
I don't even understand your question man...
He only wants to pay $5 or less for an SMS package.

[simms]

He only wants to pay $5 or less for an SMS package.

http://www.shoprogers.com/store/wireless/services/voice/text-messaging.asp

30 for $3
125 for $6
2500 for $10?

Like these ones?

[ShaTR]

http://www.shoprogers.com/store/wireless/services/voice/text-messaging.asp

30 for $3
125 for $6
2500 for $10?

Like these ones?

although the $3 for 30 is pointless IMO. if your not sure how many texts your gonna use, and 30 is enuf, your propbably gonna hover around 20 or so. why even bother then. just pay 15c a msg and it'll average out to $3 a month anyways. 4.50 at the worse, but wutever. unless you KNOW your gonna use over 20 and under 30 a month.

[krillic]

my plan currently.
200mins
R2R
unlimted 8pm/weekends
caller id for extra $5
--------------------
$25


what they offered when i called was same plan for but for $20 plus ID but if i resigned for another 8 months (which makes it 3 years) then he will give a bonus 50 minutes.


200mins + 50 mins
R2R
unlimted 8pm/weekends
caller ID

$20 - if i add another 8 months to my contract.

Should i get that additional 50 mins?...not sure and is that a good offer with or without the 50 mins? because DREW doc'd my account with that offer so im screwed. help me out!

[stratux]

Are their any plans less than $20...like those $15 plans for like 40 minutes

[enko]

For anyone on a corporate plan there's a hot one out now, it's called the Corporate 18 plan or something.

CORPORATE ONLY.
18$/mo + SAF + 911
5$/mo evenings/weekends starting at 6pm.
200 minutes
Call waiting/display/3-way/forwarding
Cheap long distance
Exact billing
CORPORATE ONLY.

[stratux]

Is their anything cheaper than the coporate 18 plan..and how do u get this corportate plan Thanks again

[HowEver]

This isn't new. It's the standard good corporate plan.


For anyone on a corporate plan there's a hot one out now, it's called the Corporate 18 plan or something.

CORPORATE ONLY.
18$/mo + SAF + 911
5$/mo evenings/weekends starting at 6pm.
200 minutes
Call waiting/display/3-way/forwarding
Cheap long distance
Exact billing
CORPORATE ONLY.

[phatal_1]

Here is what I just got:

250 Anytime
Unlimited Evenings/Weekends (6pm-8am)
Call ID
Rogers 2 Rogers
Call Waiting/Call Forwarding
6 Mths Unlimited Local Calling

$20/Month

SE W810: $149 + Taxes
Admin and Shipping Waived

Not the hottest acquisition but I'm satisfied. Thanks RFD!!

[simms]

For anyone on a corporate plan there's a hot one out now, it's called the Corporate 18 plan or something.

CORPORATE ONLY.
18$/mo + SAF + 911
5$/mo evenings/weekends starting at 6pm.
200 minutes
Call waiting/display/3-way/forwarding
Cheap long distance
Exact billing
CORPORATE ONLY.

LOL if you mean "now" as in "for the past 4 years" then yes, it's hot.

You're not going to get it unless you have proof you work for an eligible company... End of story..

[simms]

Is their anything cheaper than the coporate 18 plan..and how do u get this corportate plan Thanks again

Of course there is. My $15 plan is less than that, and my next plan.. you'll see.

[weedb0y]

unless if ur working for rogers? how? :P

[Whitewind]

can anyone help me? i was just wondering if i start a new contract, how long is the Cancellation period?

[HowEver]

There are unscrupulous dealers, just as there are unscrupulous customers.

LOL if you mean "now" as in "for the past 4 years" then yes, it's hot.

You're not going to get it unless you have proof you work for an eligible company... End of story..

[bubble.tea]

Yes, but consumers aren't supposed to know that.
............
Look Here (http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showthread.php?p=3744319#post3744319)

[simms]

Look Here (http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showthread.php?p=3744319#post3744319)

ROFL!! :D :D

I totally could use some rubles though... or some reminbi (sp..)

[bubble.tea]

................upon request

[jtcb]

You must be kidding.. $5 plan with all those extras?

[bubble.tea]

.............upon request

[bubble.tea]

....... reminbi (sp..)
ohhhhhhhhhh,that's from Die Hard insn't it?

the old guy talkin' about the "four-fathers"?

[Sephora]

Here is what I just got:

250 Anytime
Unlimited Evenings/Weekends (6pm-8am)
Call ID
Rogers 2 Rogers
Call Waiting/Call Forwarding
6 Mths Unlimited Local Calling

$20/Month

SE W810: $149 + Taxes
Admin and Shipping Waived

Not the hottest acquisition but I'm satisfied. Thanks RFD!!


Wow, that seems like a great plan - congrats!

I'm happy to say I just signed up for the standard $23 corporate plan above; should be a hefty savings from my usual Telus bill.

[ShaTR]

ohhhhhhhhhh,that's from Die Hard insn't it?

the old guy talkin' about the "four-fathers"?

its "the peoples money" my friend. Leathal weapon 4. hey, is chinese currency really called that???

[ace1353]

Anyone know of Rogers sending refurbished phones out? It appears the one I received last week via hardware upgrade was tampered with on the back as the protection was lifted and out of place. ALso book contents folded and flipped.

[simms]

its "the peoples money" my friend. Leathal weapon 4. hey, is chinese currency really called that???

Yep, in China it is. Hong Kong uses the HK dollar.

[pcpro]

damnn seen this thread so many times..gotta remember to try this.

[enko]

LOL if you mean "now" as in "for the past 4 years" then yes, it's hot.

You're not going to get it unless you have proof you work for an eligible company... End of story..

Damn I was on a shittier plan for the last 4 years! I was getting fleeced! 25$/mo but no evenings/weekends!!! And I read HoFo regularly, but I think they prohibit discussing corporate plans.

[mrdevil]

Just signed my 3 year renewal last night

270 anytime min
unlimited night/weekend (starts 8pm)
CD
1000 Can LD min
$20 a month

and got my w810 for 199 with free shipping and no admin fee.
looking forward to receive my phone in 3-5 business days :-0

[joeb]

Just signed my 3 year renewal last night

270 anytime min
unlimited night/weekend (starts 8pm)
CD
1000 Can LD min
$20 a month

and got my w810 for 199 with free shipping and no admin fee.
looking forward to receive my phone in 3-5 business days :-0

how long have you been a customer for?
my deal is garbage compared to urs

[mrdevil]

how long have you been a customer for?
my deal is garbage compared to urs

almost 4 years

[jtcb]

Just signed my 3 year renewal last night

270 anytime min
unlimited night/weekend (starts 8pm)
CD
1000 Can LD min
$20 a month

and got my w810 for 199 with free shipping and no admin fee.
looking forward to receive my phone in 3-5 business days :-0

My current plan is almost the same except 250min only and no LD. How can I get 270min? I want that..

[simms]

Just signed my 3 year renewal last night

270 anytime min
unlimited night/weekend (starts 8pm)
CD
1000 Can LD min
$20 a month

and got my w810 for 199 with free shipping and no admin fee.
looking forward to receive my phone in 3-5 business days :-0

You must mean 275 minutes right?

Also I need to know.. between W810, D606 or BB7130,which would you choose...??

[phatal_1]

You must mean 275 minutes right?

Also I need to know.. between W810, D606 or BB7130,which would you choose...??


Well between those phones, he obviously chose the W810i. Thats the one he bought. :lol:

[simms]

Well between those phones, he obviously chose the W810i. Thats the one he bought. :lol:

No, I mean for ME, I don't think he really got to pick. Rogers is giving me a choice of one and so I have to pick, but I already have the W810...

Any opinions?

[MOBB]

****UPDATE***

-I called back in today, i told I was not satified with the service and planning to move onto another carrier. This is only my 7th month with Rogers, the retention CSR said she could offer me a bit better plan so heres what i ended up getting:

-100 Daytime Minutes
-100 Canadian Long Distance minutes.
-Unlimited Incoming calls
-Unlimited evenings/weekends from 6pm.
-Voicemail
-125 sent text messages
-Caller ID

-Unlimited usage for 3 months-

$35 a month!!

[Spidey]

My contract with rogers expires this month. I think Im going with Bell and upgrade to a treo. RTogers ciovergae in SK is terrible.

[Jokez Guy]

My contract with rogers expires this month. I think Im going with Bell and upgrade to a treo. RTogers ciovergae in SK is terrible.

Im not forsure but i believe with Rogers you have to let them know 1 month earlier that you going to end there services with them

[Spidey]

Im not forsure but i believe with Rogers you have to let them know 1 month earlier that you going to end there services with them


Ill have to look into this. Im off contract, what can they do.

Only crappy part is my cell #. Ive had it for over 4 years now, and its on all my business cards

[yyCC]

****UPDATE***

-I called back in today, i told I was not satified with the service and planning to move onto another carrier. This is only my 7th month with Rogers, the retention CSR said she could offer me a bit better plan so heres what i ended up getting:

-100 Daytime Minutes
-100 Canadian Long Distance minutes.
-Unlimited Incoming calls
-Unlimited evenings/weekends from 6pm.
-Voicemail
-125 sent text messages
-Caller ID

-Unlimited usage for 3 months-

$35 a month!!

i have been following this thread, seems like you are willing to pay more and more...looks like you get some value pack for $5 instead of $10? i think it's good consider u are only 7 months with them...DAMN they have been ripping me of for 2 yrs before i get to know there's "retention plan" T_T

[simms]

****UPDATE***

-I called back in today, i told I was not satified with the service and planning to move onto another carrier. This is only my 7th month with Rogers, the retention CSR said she could offer me a bit better plan so heres what i ended up getting:

-100 Daytime Minutes
-100 Canadian Long Distance minutes.
-Unlimited Incoming calls
-Unlimited evenings/weekends from 6pm.
-Voicemail
-125 sent text messages
-Caller ID

-Unlimited usage for 3 months-

$35 a month!! Congrats on the new package :)

[st7860]

Congrats on the new package :)

looks like you're envying his package :)

[tunabob]

Called retention rep twice and got decent plan & W810i. However, I'm mad when I received the package today. They sent me a phone coming with a 512M MS Duo. I called Rogers immediately after work and the shipping centre rep said they need at least 72 hours to investigate. :mad:

anyone has same situation as me? I'm gonna keep calling them tomorrow. Hopefully Rogers can send me an extra 1G MS Duo. :lol:

[Acuratl]

Congrats on the new package :)

Beat

Unlimited E/W 6PM
250 Daytime
CID/VM free for 1 yr
R2R
100 LD

25/mo

/annhialation..

[simms]

Beat

Unlimited E/W 6PM
250 Daytime
CID/VM free for 1 yr
R2R
100 LD

25/mo

/annhialation..

Are you challenging my plans? or his?

[Acuratl]

Are you challenging my plans? or his?


lol, why be so childish, i do not challenge, i simply ask fellow RFD'ers to Relish and bask in the superiority of the Plan :cheesygri



:D

[simms]

lol, why be so childish, i do not challenge, i simply ask fellow RFD'ers to Relish and bask in the superiority of the Plan :cheesygri



:D

Ah so you're kidding... just so we made that clear. ;) You actually did challenge *somebody* though with your whole "Beat " and then your whole plan.

Whatever, my plan is now corporate paid with unlimited minutes and txt, enjoy yourself. :)

[ShaTR]

well, after that one year, your plan goes up to 35 if you wanna keep VM and CID. i dn't have VM, but caller ID is included for as long as i keep this plan. as is all the other features i have.

Mine is

250 daytime
evenings and weekends at 6
CID included
Rogers2rogers
100min LD
10% VIP

so 25-2.50 for VIP. so 22.50

and my plan isn't even the greatest, so.... good plan man, but don't be challenging other peoples on here. you wont win, not by a looooong shot.

[ShaTR]

Ah so you're kidding... just so we made that clear. ;) You actually did challenge *somebody* though with your whole "Beat " and then your whole plan.

Whatever, my plan is now corporate paid with unlimited minutes and txt, enjoy yourself. :)

oh, so you got your new plan already???

please do share info :D


oh, btw, 1000th post :D:D

[jtcb]

What are the chances of getting free VM for term nowadays? I always want VM but all CSR I talked to refuse to give for free. I am on the second year of a three year contract.

[Mad.Whack]

Beat

Unlimited E/W 6PM
250 Daytime
CID/VM free for 1 yr
R2R
100 LD

25/mo

/annhialation..

All the same except

+25min
CID/VM free for contract

20/mo

[motomofo]

just renewed me and my gf contracts with rogers for another 3yrs.

Plan 1
250 anytime mins
unlimited R2R
unlimited evenings & weekends @ 6pm
free caller
free vm for 1yr
1000Canadian LD - $5
$30/month

Plan 2
250 anytime mins
unlimited R2R
unlimited evenings & weekends @ 6pm
free caller
free vm for 1yr
100 Canadian LD
$25/month

i renewed and got a sony w810i for $199.99 and samsung D807 for $199.99 no rebates required + $35 admin fees which unfortunately i couldn't persuade them to waive. plus an additional $50 credit for renewing 2 contracts at once. overall pretty happy :lol: now i have to find a way to get cheaper high speed internet and digital cable lol

[Parapa]

Called retention rep twice and got decent plan & W810i. However, I'm mad when I received the package today. They sent me a phone coming with a 512M MS Duo. I called Rogers immediately after work and the shipping centre rep said they need at least 72 hours to investigate. :mad:

anyone has same situation as me? I'm gonna keep calling them tomorrow. Hopefully Rogers can send me an extra 1G MS Duo. :lol:

Yea I had the same problem too.. they sent me w810i with 512mb.. I called back and they said they would escalate the matter and would send out a new 1gb card... I got my w810i for $99.99 for 2 year renewal with rogers retention last week and got a SICK all inclusive package for $20/mth so im not complaining as much..

[bubble.tea]

........ i simply ask fellow RFD'ers to Relish and bask in the superiority of the Plan :cheesygri
:D
lol, must be a politician :)

..oh, btw, 1000th post :D:D
Well done!!!!! congrats... finally a post-whuuuuur.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/hello.gifhttp://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/coollogo_com_96751533.gifhttp://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/hello.gif


Congrats on the new package :)
crap simms, if I didn't know any better, I'd you swing for the other team??? :D

[datoprookie]

Hi guyz

I'm new to this site so could someone tell me whether a corporate plan is better then a student plan.

[ShaTR]

Well done!!!!! congrats... finally a post-whuuuuur.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/hello.gifhttp://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/coollogo_com_96751533.gifhttp://img.photobucket.com/albums/v283/petawawa/misc/hello.gif

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y61/ShaTR/Misc/emoticons/hyper.gif haha, always been one, now i just got proof. :lol:

but thx man. nobody else has said s**t yet. honestly, i kinda knew you'd be the fist to congradulate me though http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y61/ShaTR/Misc/emoticons/gayfight.gif

anyways, back to whuuuuring http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y61/ShaTR/Misc/emoticons/rockon.gif

[simms]

oh, so you got your new plan already???

please do share info :D


oh, btw, 1000th post :D:D

Damn, I thought no one saw that... when I get it confirmed in my bill, I'll post it.

As for my plan... it's useless for now at least. I basically got (another) w810 and unlimited minutes and unlimited text, all corporate paid.

So I have to pay for my plan, and call forward everything to my corporate line.

Congrats too... I just hit 2000 last week.

[ShaTR]

Damn, I thought no one saw that... when I get it confirmed in my bill, I'll post it.

As for my plan... it's useless for now at least. I basically got (another) w810 and unlimited minutes and unlimited text, all corporate paid.

So I have to pay for my plan, and call forward everything to my corporate line.

Congrats too... I just hit 2000 last week.

thx. didn't notice you also rolled over. congrats right back at'cha man!

[bubble.tea]

rolled over........

huh? WHAT? Rogers got RollOver?

when..where???

:D

Hi guyz

I'm new to this site so could someone tell me whether a corporate plan is better then a student plan.
depends...if your corporate is reimbursed...then I'd say yes. Student plans vary., from basic, to having campus calling...I'd say only if you have campus would it be "better"...but still reimbursed is best.

Lucky BASTARD Simms.

[WorldIRC]

^Just to add:

Corporate Reimbursed Plans are the best corporate plans. Billing by the second, low LD rates, good HUP rates, etc... EPP are not "as" good, but are still better then market plans. However, retention plans can easily be better then EPP plans.

[bubble.tea]

^Just to add:

Corporate Reimbursed Plans are the best corporate plans. Billing by the second, low LD rates, good HUP rates, etc... ...........
Just to add...lol., ;)

what you've written imho., is irrelevant...BECAUSE IT'S REIMBURSED. :lol:

Who cares what the plan is...it's being paid. However if you did excercise a bit of humility, and graciousness (something I fret VERy few Members of Parliament (to take a random client-base) excercise with their BB data plans), then yes, what WorldIRC has mentioned would come into play.

AT WORLDIRC: You know...now I'm beginning to see HOW these MPs racked up all those HUNDREDs of thousands of dollars in overages...when you look at Chillin's screenpic of his data useage at $1000 for last month...Yeeesh.

[bectang]

i renewed and got a sony w810i for $199.99 and samsung D807 for $199.99

So is the D807 Available now? They told me it wasn't 2 weeks ago.

So just for renewing your 2 plans for 3 years, you got $50 credit? Thanks for the tip!

[AG300]

can you get these plans for new cx's?

[simms]

can you get these plans for new cx's?

no. read the first post.

[Majoram]

Hi all!

I am thinking of signing up with Rogers for my (and my wife) first cellphone.

I already using Rogers for cable and as a new cell user, I am wondering what are my chances at getting a deal?

Basically I want something at the $20 level with at least or around the following: (Overall it should add up to about $33 after taxes and fees right?)

200 minutes at least (Anytime?? Daytime??)
Voicemail
Unlimited Rogers to Rogers
*Unlimited evenings & weekends (8pm)
OR
*Unlimited evenings & weekends (6pm)
**Unlimited incoming calls
**CallerID

* => Would like to have this
** => Nice bit of icing on the cake but not quite necessary

Long distance minutes don't really matter as much to me as 90% of people I know are in my local calling area and since I generally call overseas, I use my landline for that.

I'm hoping that if I sign up with Rogers Home Phone too then they would offer me a good deal??!

Comments/Suggestions/Opinions??

[simms]

Hi all!

I am thinking of signing up with Rogers for my (and my wife) first cellphone.

I already using Rogers for cable and as a new cell user, I am wondering what are my chances at getting a deal?

Basically I want something at the $20 level with at least or around the following: (Overall it should add up to about $33 after taxes and fees right?)

200 minutes at least (Anytime?? Daytime??)
Voicemail
Unlimited Rogers to Rogers
*Unlimited evenings & weekends (8pm)
OR
*Unlimited evenings & weekends (6pm)
**Unlimited incoming calls
**CallerID

* => Would like to have this
** => Nice bit of icing on the cake but not quite necessary

Long distance minutes don't really matter as much to me as 90% of people I know are in my local calling area and since I generally call overseas, I use my landline for that.

I'm hoping that if I sign up with Rogers Home Phone too then they would offer me a good deal??!

Comments/Suggestions/Opinions??
First off, you're not getting these deals by being a new customer.

Next, no UI (unlim incoming) on <$25 plans, at least I haven't seen one that has. Minimum $25. 8pm is $20. 6pm is $25. R2R is usually also at least $25 plan only.

Take the nice discounted phone and come back in 3-6 months when you qualify for these deals. ;)

[simms]

So say I have a Monthly CID Credit on my account. I subscribe to CID at $5 per month, and get the $5 credit to my account.

Say I now want the $12 Communicate plan with EVM, CID and 125SMS.
If I upgrade to this plan, I won't be able to use the CID credit (I think.)

Can I ask Rogers to move the Monthly CID credit to a Monthly credit, so I can pay more money and upgrade to the $12 pack for $7/month? (12-5 credit = 7)

Lastly.. I have a Monthly CID Credit, I have CID, but I don't get the credit. Is there something wrong? Is it because I'm on a value pack?

[Majoram]

First off, you're not getting these deals by being a new customer.

Next, no UI (unlim incoming) on <$25 plans, at least I haven't seen one that has. Minimum $25. 8pm is $20. 6pm is $25. R2R is usually also at least $25 plan only.

Take the nice discounted phone and come back in 3-6 months when you qualify for these deals. ;)

Awww you had to kill my hope ay? :(
Ah well.

Just curious why is it only with previous customers?
Is the market not competitive enough that atttracting new customers with these kind of deals worth the business??

EDIT: Just thought of something else. If you stayed for 6 months and said you are thinking of switching services and they called your bluff. How much would you have to pay to quit????

[ShaTR]

Hi all!

I am thinking of signing up with Rogers for my (and my wife) first cellphone.

I already using Rogers for cable and as a new cell user, I am wondering what are my chances at getting a deal?

Basically I want something at the $20 level with at least or around the following: (Overall it should add up to about $33 after taxes and fees right?)

200 minutes at least (Anytime?? Daytime??)
Voicemail
Unlimited Rogers to Rogers
*Unlimited evenings & weekends (8pm)
OR
*Unlimited evenings & weekends (6pm)
**Unlimited incoming calls
**CallerID

* => Would like to have this
** => Nice bit of icing on the cake but not quite necessary

Long distance minutes don't really matter as much to me as 90% of people I know are in my local calling area and since I generally call overseas, I use my landline for that.

I'm hoping that if I sign up with Rogers Home Phone too then they would offer me a good deal??!

Comments/Suggestions/Opinions??

for new customers, only whats being offered on teh website or by dealers or customer service reps. but once you get hte line, you can always call in and try to get a retentions plan, which is closer to what you want.

if your gonna sign a plan with rogers based on their regular plans, make sure its one you can live with for about 6 months. apparently, thats how long you have to be a customer before you can get a retentions plan. this is not always true though, as many have got one much faster than that. One person comes to mind, who got his only a day after he signed up for a rogers plan. YMMV.

[simms]

Awww you had to kill my hope ay? :(
Ah well.

Just curious why is it only with previous customers?
Is the market not competitive enough that atttracting new customers with these kind of deals worth the business??

EDIT: Just thought of something else. If you stayed for 6 months and said you are thinking of switching services and they called your bluff. How much would you have to pay to quit????

I'm answering your questions.. unless you want me to lie?
Why? Because they don't want to see you to go to the competition.
And you would pay $200 max.

[Harkonnen]

EDIT: Just thought of something else. If you stayed for 6 months and said you are thinking of switching services and they called your bluff. How much would you have to pay to quit????

Well it's $230ish if you include taxes to cancel outright plus any outstanding fees that you might have on your account.

They might very well call your bluff...it happened to a co-worker of mine, he called in after he read this thread and the CSR just went ahead and cancelled his account.

They must look at the amount of revenue you generate to the company and then decide if you're eligible for a retention plan or something.

[simms]

ROFL I just called in for clarification on my bill and Rogers kicked up my plan. I'm now at $17 again instead of $15, but with EVM...

[motomofo]

So is the D807 Available now? They told me it wasn't 2 weeks ago.

So just for renewing your 2 plans for 3 years, you got $50 credit? Thanks for the tip!

yeah the samsung D807 wasnt available when i first called last week and a 3 days ago but the csr agent i talked to was nicer and checked in the phone upgrades area and it was in there and she gave me $50 credit towards the purchase of the D807 when i did to upgrades at the same time. the $50 credit was suppose to be a MIR but i called about an hr later and spoke with another csr agent and mentioned i suppose to get $50 credit not rebate. :lol:, hope this helps.

[Majoram]

I'm answering your questions.. unless you want me to lie?
Why? Because they don't want to see you to go to the competition.
And you would pay $200 max.

Ah so their focus is keeping their customers away from the competition rather than getting new ones? I guess it makes sense.

[Majoram]

EDIT: Just thought of something else. If you stayed for 6 months and said you are thinking of switching services and they called your bluff. How much would you have to pay to quit????

Well it's $230ish if you include taxes to cancel outright plus any outstanding fees that you might have on your account.

They might very well call your bluff...it happened to a co-worker of mine, he called in after he read this thread and the CSR just went ahead and cancelled his account.

They must look at the amount of revenue you generate to the company and then decide if you're eligible for a retention plan or something.

Ah, i see. thanks for the info! That's a lot to cancel considering it will be myself and my wife. Almost $500 damn!

[Harkonnen]

^ Yeah, I read somewhere something posted by someone who either used to work at Rogers or still works at Rogers...anyways, he said that it actually costs Rogers money to have you as a customer (using up system resources, etc) and they only starts making money off you after 18 months (after they recoup the actual start up costs).

So it's in their best interest to dump you if you're only a couple months into a contract rather than people 18+ months in. I was talking to a dealer who told me that in order to get a rebate on headsets, each customer falls within a spending bracket...the more you spend, the better (and more frequent) the discount on headsets.

Though i'm sure if you have more than one service with Rogers and threaten to move over everything, they'll take your threat more seriously ;)

The more money you give them a month, the better a customer you are to them n'est pas?

[st7860]

if a customer isn't calling Rogers customer service every month it doesnt cost them money to keep a customer.

[ShaTR]

the network and system resources... negligable unless you talk non-stop on evenings/weekends. Other than that, i think they make money on you right from the first month.

Unless your talking about HUP's, in which case, nobody really knows what the phones are costing them (since they advertise the phones for the companies, they probably get them for what you pay for 3yr terms price. give or take). and of course, if you factor in advertising expences per customer, it creates a new system altogether.

for a corperate or special rate plan, perhaps 12 months, but i wouldn't think any longer than that. i mean, they only want 200 to break the contract... i really think thats what they have invested into you. so 200/25=8 months. at least, thats how i figure it....

[Harkonnen]

I think you have to take into account resources like licensing spectrum for each customer, and keeping the stations up and running, getting new towers and maintaining the infrastructure, stuff like that. I think there's a specific cost per customer which is huge.

But I dunno, all I know is that the 15% bundle discount is what's really keeping me from leaving Rogers :)

[Kwirky]

Ah so their focus is keeping their customers away from the competition rather than getting new ones? I guess it makes sense.

So long as they can still make a little off of you - it's obvious they're not going to want to keep customers that cost them money.

[ShaTR]

I think you have to take into account resources like licensing spectrum for each customer, and keeping the stations up and running, getting new towers and maintaining the infrastructure, stuff like that. I think there's a specific cost per customer which is huge.



the network and system resources... negligable unless you talk non-stop on evenings/weekends. Other than that, i think they make money on you right from the first month

;)

[GSD]

I just renewed my existing corporate plan and got one year without SAF and got a HUP with $100 credit. I chose the SE z520 for $0 for 2yr commitment.

[simms]

I just renewed my existing corporate plan and got one year without SAF and got a HUP with $100 credit. I chose the SE z520 for $0 for 2yr commitment.

Neato. How'd you get SAF wavied?

[jtcb]

I wan to get a new phone. Which one will you choose - samsung D807, or SE 810?

[rohit_enigma]

I would suggest the Samsung since almost everyone is going after the Sony Ericsson... other than that, they're both great phones... I've seen both in action and both are great.

I wan to get a new phone. Which one will you choose - samsung D807, or SE 810?

[GSD]

Neato. How'd you get SAF wavied?

Just bitched and moaned about Rogers signal quality a few months ago. They made a note in the system and honoured it when I went for retention and HUP. So $18 for 12mths!

[simms]

I would suggest the Samsung since almost everyone is going after the Sony Ericsson... other than that, they're both great phones... I've seen both in action and both are great.

I'd go for the w810 because I really don't care what everyone else has. The walkman functionality is bar none the best out there right now.

People are smart, they get things they need and find useful.. only stupid people would actually get a worse phone to be 'unique'.

[Gellar]

I'd go for the w810 because I really don't care what everyone else has. The walkman functionality is bar none the best out there right now.

People are smart, they get things they need and find useful.. only stupid people would actually get a worse phone to be 'unique'.
well worse is relative, might be better for him, who knows right? whatever makes you happy

i wish the sonys were thinner, but at least they're packing quality in those phones :)

[brunes]

****UPDATE***

-I called back in today, i told I was not satified with the service and planning to move onto another carrier. This is only my 7th month with Rogers, the retention CSR said she could offer me a bit better plan so heres what i ended up getting:

-100 Daytime Minutes
-100 Canadian Long Distance minutes.
-Unlimited Incoming calls
-Unlimited evenings/weekends from 6pm.
-Voicemail
-125 sent text messages
-Caller ID

-Unlimited usage for 3 months-

$35 a month!!

But wheres the data plan?!?1

Goddamn if I could get a plan with rogers that had *ONLY* 200 anytime minutes, but unlimited data, for $35-40 a month I woudl be *ALL OVER THAT**. But as it is I have minutes coming out my ass and I am thking about cancelling cause the data rates are so high and I can get cheaper web access with Telus.

[jtcb]

I am waiting for the W850 to come out. They are both slider.

I am also interested in Samsung X820 and D830.

[simms]

well worse is relative, might be better for him, who knows right? whatever makes you happy

i wish the sonys were thinner, but at least they're packing quality in those phones :)

Totally, I agree. But to justify the D807 because it's unique is pretty ..... in my opinon.

Repleace .... with whatever you wish. :)

[rohit_enigma]

I would have to classify your argument as emotionally charged since you own the w810... I would have to agree with you about the Walkman feature... but that's also why people own ipods, at the end it comes down to whatever's convenient and whatever floats your boat. I also don't mean to hurt your feelings... but if he were going for looks... the D807 is a much more attractive phone in my opinion. Also to classify it as stupid for someone to want to be unique is ignorance on your part... I own neither phone, but I would have no problem going for the Samsung.

Totally, I agree. But to justify the D807 because it's unique is pretty ..... in my opinon.

Repleace .... with whatever you wish. :)

[st7860]

I'd go for the w810 because I really don't care what everyone else has. The walkman functionality is bar none the best out there right now.

People are smart, they get things they need and find useful.. only stupid people would actually get a worse phone to be 'unique'.

DEFINITELY AGREE! Its called the HERD MENTALITY

http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=lemming

[simms]

I would have to classify your argument as emotionally charged since you own the w810... I would have to agree with you about the Walkman feature... but that's also why people own ipods, at the end it comes down to whatever's convenient and whatever floats your boat. I also don't mean to hurt your feelings... but if he were going for looks... the D807 is a much more attractive phone in my opinion. Also to classify it as stupid for someone to want to be unique is ignorance on your part... I own neither phone, but I would have no problem going for the Samsung.

Whatever the case may be, bottom line is owning a phone just becuase it's "unique" seems stupid and childish for me.

We're not talking about looks, like you mention. We're not talking about features. We're not talking about convenience, or what costs more.

The sole fact that someone would get a phone because it's "unique" is pretty baseless, regardless if I own that phone or not.

Moving along...

[simms]

DEFINITELY AGREE! Its called the HERD MENTALITY

http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=lemming

Heehee, I like how you call it the herd mentality and then link to "lemming".

:D

[st7860]

Heehee, I like how you call it the herd mentality and then link to "lemming".

:D

splitting hairs?

besides, there's no definition for herd mentality on www.urbandictionary.com yet. so I figured lemmings do the same thing.

[simms]

splitting hairs?

besides, there's no definition for herd mentality on www.urbandictionary.com yet. so I figured lemmings do the same thing.

First result on google:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Herd_behavior

Anyways, enough about this, let's get back on topic with retention plans.

[ShaTR]

well worse is relative, might be better for him, who knows right? whatever makes you happy

i wish the sonys were thinner, but at least they're packing quality in those phones :)

that was my reason being sticking with the slvr and got rid of my w600i and w810i. I am also considering the D807, but need to check it out in person first.

the sonys were superior phones in every way, and had more functions, but... i hardly use the "functions". for me, as long as its small, sleek, stylish, and functional, im happy. both of the sony's stuck out in my pocket, and i was always aware of their presence. the slvr just slips in your pockt, and you don't even know its there. and the SLVR looks much better IMO. How some people carry around a N90, i will never know...

plus, the reception is better on the moto's. i'll probably get arguments on this, but since i have the w600 and slvr right now, i can compare them side by side, and the fact of the matter is, the moto's reception is better.

anyways, many don't care about features, and have little/no use for them, so how can anyone say its dumb to get a "worse" phone featurewise. Can i say its dumb to get a worse phone style and size wise???? if size and style is more important to you, then buy appropriatly. If you want features, get an ipaq.



anyways, back to retentions stuff - My uncles plan is the $50 500 min one with no SAF or 911 fee, so i guess its not unheard of

[simms]

the sonys were superior phones in every way, and had more functions, but... i hardly use the "functions". for me, as long as its small, sleek, stylish, and functional, im happy. both of the sony's stuck out in my pocket, and i was always aware of their presence. the slvr just slips in your pockt, and you don't even know its there. and the SLVR looks much better IMO. How some people carry around a N90, i will never know...

plus, the reception is better on the moto's. i'll probably get arguments on this, but since i have the w600 and slvr right now, i can compare them side by side, and the fact of the matter is, the moto's reception is better.

anyways, many don't care about features, and have little/no use for them, so how can anyone say its dumb to get a "worse" phone featurewise. Can i say its dumb to get a worse phone style and size wise???? if size and style is more important to you, then buy appropriatly. If you want features, get an ipaq.


Bingo. Good reasons behind your choices.

I was reading the first post again.. seems like a lot of people aren't getting that one anymore with the advent of all the R2R and UI..

[ShaTR]

Bingo. Good reasons behind your choices.

I was reading the first post again.. seems like a lot of people aren't getting that one anymore with the advent of all the R2R and UI..

well, my uncle/aunt are always using their cell's for business purposes, so most calls are to/from landlines. but im reviewing the bills, and very much considering switching them to unlimited incoming, but i still think they would need a few more daytime min than 100 for outgoing.

[bubble.tea]

well, my uncle/aunt are always using their cell's for business purposes, so most calls are to/from landlines. but im reviewing the bills, and very much considering switching them to unlimited incoming, but i still think they would need a few more daytime min than 100 for outgoing.
I wonder HOW many such people were oblivious of the 700min or 1500 min plans that came out..and missed out on it.

TELL ME your aunt/unkill aren't blowin' through overages.

Can you imagine if you had a

1500min
6pm/wk/ends
CID VM
1000LD
for ~$68all in

[Bertobox]

Wow that is an awesome plan, it looks like the Country Fido plan - or very simular but with caps.

[ShaTR]

I wonder HOW many such people were oblivious of the 700min or 1500 min plans that came out..and missed out on it.

TELL ME your aunt/unkill aren't blowin' through overages.

Can you imagine if you had a

1500min
6pm/wk/ends
CID VM
1000LD
for ~$68all in

look back, i originally posted the 700min plan. but went with 500 for them. long story as to why, but worked out better in the end.

and they are no longer 'blowin' through overages, no. on their old plan, they were, but 500 seems to be their sweet spot. furthermore, they don't need the 1000LD (or even 100 for that matter) or voicemail. and i don't want them using voicemail cuz it'll just take up more min and have them doin overages.

[bubble.tea]

look back............sweet spot.......... i don't want them using voicemail cuz it'll just take up more min and have them doin overages.
lol...sweet spot...why do I just love that expression :D.

why are you acting as your ant/unkills wireless administrator? It's like they can't manage their own affairs, so you've stepped in and called the shots for them...even restricting their VM need...lol...how does that work? What kind of business DOESN'T need VM?




lol...,..and you REALLY expect me to "look back"?? c'mon fu really?

[ShaTR]

lol...sweet spot...why do I just love that expression :D.

why are you acting as your ant/unkills wireless administrator? It's like they can't manage their own affairs, so you've stepped in and called the shots for them...even restricting their VM need...lol...how does that work? What kind of business DOESN'T need VM?




lol...,..and you REALLY expect me to "look back"?? c'mon fu really?

meh, i can't find it, but its there. dont think i was the first one who announced it, but its there.

anyways, why am i acting like their wireless administrator, because i am. i asked if they want VM, they said no. im not gonna try and convice them to get it (because i could), because i know its not necessary. they will just end up using more airtime to listen to someone say call me back.... thats what caller ID is for. Can they manage their own affairs, sure. but they asked me to. what am i gonna say, no?? its my closest uncle and aunt. and im not restricting their VM needs, because they dont have any VM needs on their cells. but if i tell them they do, they will believe me. why should i do that when its not true.

they have VM at work, they have employee's who can take msg's. if they want it, i can forward their cell phones to the works VM directly. and since its a business line based on a PBX system, the voicemail is actually a seperate dedicated number in itself, so forwarding it would be seemless to the caller, and would not call the store beforehand either, just go strait to VM after so many rings on the cell

capish??

[bubble.tea]

...........capish??
lol...va bene va bene ;)

Sounds like you should talk VM to be added for free to the line :D

[ShaTR]

nope. cuz that'll end up costing money/airtime ;) (due to checking VM)

[ak47num1]

What is the cheapest going rate for a Sony W600i if I am willing to sign a 2 / 3 year contract?

Thanks!

[rohit_enigma]

Are you an existing customer? For new activations, the cheapest I've seen it go for is 75 bucks for a 3 yr contract... you can try and get this price over the phone and get the activation/administration fee waived like one of my friends did.



What is the cheapest going rate for a Sony W600i if I am willing to sign a 2 / 3 year contract?

Thanks!

[carms]

just called them to get a new activation/phone..
apparently they wont put u on a retentions plan until u've used the phone for 6 months?
tried to haggle with the csr, but won't budge for the phone prices..
although they did offer 3 months unlim.. (which everyone can get from new activations..)
the only nice thing they offered was the waived activation fee..
didnt take it, since practically every rogers franchise can give me these kinda deals..
can anyone share their experience with activating a new phone?

[rohit_enigma]

I went into Walmart today and I was shocked... they started selling Rogers and Telus phones... I saw them at the Walmart in St. Bruno here in Quebec... it might become national... I didn't get a chance to look at the prices, but I can confirm that they started selling them.

[go leafs]

just called them to get a new activation/phone..
apparently they wont put u on a retentions plan until u've used the phone for 6 months?
tried to haggle with the csr, but won't budge for the phone prices..
although they did offer 3 months unlim.. (which everyone can get from new activations..)
the only nice thing they offered was the waived activation fee..
didnt take it, since practically every rogers franchise can give me these kinda deals..
can anyone share their experience with activating a new phone?

read the first page in the thread and look up the definition of "retention" :)

[carms]

read the first page in the thread and look up the definition of "retention" :)

lol, i know i know.. its just that i heard some people were able to go on a psuedo-retentions plan right off the bat? @___@

[grilw]

Alright , rate how I did just now

My dad's 3 yr contract expired yesterday , so I called , and got the following :
Nokia 6103 free , 35 dollar fee waived
250 daytime
eve/weekends after 6 PM
1000 canadian long distance
unlimited rogers to rogers
caller ID
$25

Also , my son's contract just started , and the guy added unlimited rogers to rogers to his account too , plus 1000 canadian long distance .

Decent deal ? I think so .

[clamchowder]

Alright , rate how I did just now

My dad's 3 yr contract expired yesterday , so I called , and got the following :
Nokia 6103 free , 35 dollar fee waived
250 daytime
eve/weekends after 6 PM
1000 canadian long distance
unlimited rogers to rogers
caller ID
$25

Also , my son's contract just started , and the guy added unlimited rogers to rogers to his account too , plus 1000 canadian long distance .

Decent deal ? I think so .

I got the same plan (tho, only 100LD minutes) and the 2 Nokia 6103 phone + waived fees for the same price as you. I have only been with Rogers for 11months.

[mark001]

I wasn't aware that Rogers offered 1000LD. I just recently renewed aswell and this is what I got now..

250 min daytime
Evenings/weekends @ 6pm
Caller ID
Voicemail
125 Text Messaging
100 min Canadian LD
Rogers 2 Rogers
$25

They wanted me to renew for 3 years but I talked them down to 1. I was also offered a new free phone but I passed on it. All this for a little over $30/month.

[bubble.tea]

I wasn't aware that Rogers offered 1000LD. ............
They wanted me to renew for 3 years but I talked them down to 1. I was also offered a new free phone but I passed on it. All this for a little over $30/month.
It's listed in post #1.

Correct me if I'm wrong, but renewing to a contract length on bears into the discount on the hardware. If you're not doing any hup the plan really shouldn't improve or not....nonetheless well good for you and your luck.

Is definately a great standard retention plan.

[RR88]

Has anyone here recently been able to get the basic retention plan before being a customer for 6 months? I'm just finishing my 5th month and am starting my 6th in a couple days and I was thinking about calling in a month early to see if anything was possible. All i'm really looking for is the basic 250/unltd eve/weekend at 8, CID. A throw in here or there would be nice, for $20. Not too conifdent though seeing as how it's only been 5 months. So has anyone here recently gotten a retention deal early. Think it's possible?

Love the forums as well, been lurking for 4-5 months now. Just signed up today though!

[jtcb]

What is the best price that Rogers is offering existing customer for the W810 now? How do I go about asking for a better plan and W810? I am a customer for 4 years now. Have never upgrade the phone. My contract ($20) expires on July 2008. Someone posted that they got W810 for $99 with a three-year renewal and $35 wavied. I also want VM and more minutes (currently 250mins) if possible.

[phatal_1]

Mine is:

250 Anytime Mins
Unlimited Evenings/Weekends starting at 6pm
Rogers to Rogers
Call Waiting/Call Forwarding
Caller ID
Unlimited Local Calling for 3 months

$20/mth + SAF + 911


I got my W810 for $149 - $25 (Because of the 512MB Card)
Shipping and Admin Fee waived

[ryan123]

do u guys think if i can get 5-8 of my friends to get this phone i can get it down to 100?

[Whitewind]

there is something that i have been meaning to ask for a while...why is it that when you get a new contract they won't allow you to get a retentions plan? because you can cancel in the first 30 days with no fees right? so wouldn't they be scared to let you go? (compared to being locked in with a 3 year plan) so wouldn't calling to get retentions plan a week into your new contract work?

[bubble.tea]

there is something that i have been meaning to ask for a while...why is it that when you get a new contract they won't allow you to get a retentions plan? because you can cancel in the first 30 days with no fees right? so wouldn't they be scared to let you go? (compared to being locked in with a 3 year plan) so wouldn't calling to get retentions plan a week into your new contract work?
You need to review the return policy to better understand things ;)

It's not 30days cut & dry.

[simms]

I wasn't aware that Rogers offered 1000LD. I just recently renewed aswell and this is what I got now..

250 min daytime
Evenings/weekends @ 6pm
Caller ID
Voicemail
125 Text Messaging
100 min Canadian LD
Rogers 2 Rogers
$25

They wanted me to renew for 3 years but I talked them down to 1. I was also offered a new free phone but I passed on it. All this for a little over $30/month.

Nice plan, it's like mine except you have R2R for $10 more per month. One of the few plans I've seen with SMS.

[yipkawai]

I wasn't aware that Rogers offered 1000LD. I just recently renewed aswell and this is what I got now..

250 min daytime
Evenings/weekends @ 6pm
Caller ID
Voicemail
125 Text Messaging
100 min Canadian LD
Rogers 2 Rogers
$25

They wanted me to renew for 3 years but I talked them down to 1. I was also offered a new free phone but I passed on it. All this for a little over $30/month.


that's my plan except i have to pay $6 extra for the txt msging =( they just wouldn't give it to me. also I don't have the LD minutes, not that i really need it at all.

Mine is:

250 Anytime Mins
Unlimited Evenings/Weekends starting at 6pm
Rogers to Rogers
Call Waiting/Call Forwarding
Caller ID
Unlimited Local Calling for 3 months

$20/mth + SAF + 911


I got my W810 for $149 - $25 (Because of the 512MB Card)
Shipping and Admin Fee waived

damn, why dont' they offer me plans like this lol... different reps I guess. anyways got my w810i for $154 (almost didn't get my admin/shippin fee [$35] wavied off... ) after calling them over and over again. called in about 4~5 times between today and yesterdya, hope I didn't get a star next ot my account =( well probably woin't need to call them for quite a while. maybe when I next upgrade my phone =) hopefully I'll get a 1GB duo card, if not then I'll have to phone again, arrr~ the rep from the very last call was nice, should've talked to her instead from the very beginning, lol.

[jtcb]

So did your W810i come with 512 or 1G stick? I read on Hofo that you can't use 1G if you want to setup mp3 as ringtone. That's what keeps me from upgrading the phone with rogers.

[TheFuteballer]

? Not for me.. I'm using a 2GB Sandisk Pro Duo Ultra II and I can set my MP3 as ringtone

[ryan123]

what info do they need when u sign up? Can I sign up for it if it's under my dad's account?

[TheDoctah]

So did your W810i come with 512 or 1G stick? I read on Hofo that you can't use 1G if you want to setup mp3 as ringtone. That's what keeps me from upgrading the phone with rogers.


its true that you cant use MP3's as ringtones on the new 1GB Rogers W810s because they are DRM locked.

But there are ways around it. If you want to pay $10 u can get it unbranded (which i think is your best bet) it removes the DRM as well as enables Flash themes

OR you can convert your MP3s to the sony DRM format for free using the converter from Sony, so all is not lost.

[mark001]

It's listed in post #1.

Correct me if I'm wrong, but renewing to a contract length on bears into the discount on the hardware. If you're not doing any hup the plan really shouldn't improve or not....nonetheless well good for you and your luck.

Is definately a great standard retention plan.


It started out as a regular 2 year corp plan @ $25 with a lot of haggling over the 2 years. My plan though is really messed up cause it should be ~$40 but I was given $15/month lifetime credits instead of feature matching so if I wanted to drop my features I could get away with 200daytime, 8pm evenings/weekend for a mere $10+ tax per month.

[TorontoEh]

hey guys...just wondering, my buddy recently got there PAYASYOUGO phone...for around $50 online (Camera+video+mp3) i think muchmucis one....

anyways...theyve got this wickedplan....it's like for $20 recharge per month..u get 31 cent day time rate.... + evening/weekend is only 1CENT per min.!!!!

includes display/vm/incomig text/ but unlike virgain they charge .50 911 fee

i thought this was a good plan if u want to be under $20 permonth

[Desolatax]

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6200 Posts...

[edh]

First time I've read this thread!

It'l be a pleasure calling Rogers first thing Monaday morning. I've been with them over 5yrs and my pmt was late last month cause of holidays,,my fault i know. But I was treated like dirt in my opinion.

I'll get as close to 20-25 as I can!!! And keep my present features,,maybe save 15-20 a month.

Ed

[st7860]

remember people, its OFFICIAL ROGERS POLICY to ONLY CANCEL a contract after THIRTY DAYS.

so you can easily play poker and gamble, ie: call rogers and say you want to cancel to get the maximum offers. just in case you get an @sshole rep who says "okay, i'll set up the cancellation order", you then have 30 days to call back to say you changed your mind.

[tnthunder]

what is a retention plan.

[bubble.tea]

what is a retention plan.
oh my God., you deserve to be tarred and feathered.


hehe ok ok., just read post #1, and see if you get your answer ;)

welcome.

[raskal]

just read post #1, and see if you get your answer ;)

and if not, try post #2, or post #3, or post#4, or.... well you get the idea...

[st7860]

what is a retention plan.

A retention plan is a special plan not available to the general public except by telephone.

To get one, you must have been a Rogers customer for at least 6 months, and be willing to re-sign your contract for 3 years(from the date you call, NOT from the existing expiry date)
1. Call 1-888-936-7283 and give them your name, number, etc.
2. Ask for the "$25/mo plan with 250 daytime, unlimited evenings at 6pm, and unlimited weekends, with free call display'.
3. You can ask for extra toys like $5/mo for 1000 minutes of calling to and from other rogers customers or 100 minutes of long distance for free.
4. If your EXISTING rogers contract is about to run out, you can likely get a cheap phone along with the usual $35 upgrade fee CANCELLED.
5. If you are a CORPORATE(you work for a company and your phone is in the company name) Rogers customer, then call this number instead:
1-866-363-9712.

Fido and Telus also have special plan departments.
telus mobility 1-877-279-3100 or client.loyalty@telus.com
Fido 1-888-259-3436

[GSD]

A retention plan is a special plan not available to the general public except by telephone.

To get one, you must have been a Rogers customer for at least 6 months, and be willing to re-sign your contract for 3 years(from the date you call, NOT from the existing expiry date)
1. Call 1-888-936-7283 and give them your name, number, etc.
2. Ask for the "$25/mo plan with 250 daytime, unlimited evenings at 6pm, and unlimited weekends, with free call display'.
3. You can ask for extra toys like $5/mo for 1000 minutes of calling to and from other rogers customers or 100 minutes of long distance for free.
4. If your EXISTING rogers contract is about to run out, you can likely get a cheap phone along with the usual $35 upgrade fee CANCELLED.
5. If you are a CORPORATE(you work for a company and your phone is in the company name) Rogers customer, then call this number instead:
1-866-363-9712.

Fido and Telus also have special plan departments.
telus mobility 1-877-279-3100 or client.loyalty@telus.com
Fido 1-888-259-3436

ST7860 this is a good write up! I'm not sure if you have to commit to 3 yrs though (YMMV)?

[Edi]

I was just looking for someones opinion on the plans that Rogers offered me. They gave me the option of two plans, on a minumum one year contract.

Plan 1:

500 min
unlimited after 6pm
caller id
100 canada long distance minutes
including the SAF and 911
$50/month + tax= $57.00/month

Plan 2:

200 min
unlimited after 6pm
caller id
rogers 2 rogers
100 canada long distance minutes
for $25/month + tax + SAF + 911= $38/month


Are these reasonable plans at all?

And the option of a Samsung D807 for $99.00 if I sign for 3 years.

[Diamond_Ace]

My history with Rogers:

I had been on their corporate plan for 1 year when I came across this thread. My plan at the time was:

250 Anytime
Unlimited Evening/Weekends @8
Value Pack (CID, VM, 125 txts)
$30 + SAF, etc

I called in to cancel saying I was going back to school and I really didn't think I could afford a cellphone bill every month. I said I loved Rogers but I regrettably had to cancel. She asked what my budget was and I said about $20 but I wanted CID so I would know who's calling me. So she offered:

200 Anytime
Unlimited Evening/Weekends @8
CID
$20 + SAF, etc

I still sound hesitant so she said she'd add 100 LD because she saw on my bill that I use LD from time to time and that this would help with my bill. I agreed and signed up for 2 years (which in reality, only extended my contract by a month since I was only 1.1 of 3 years into my contract.)

A few days later, I decided I'd really like to have VM too. So I called in and at first, tried to bluff them and say that they said they'd give it to me but they called my bluff and I was like, "Oh, must have been my misunderstanding. Thanks though." I didn't want to get on their bad side so I purposefully made it 'my fault'.

I called back another few days later and asked to cancel. The girl asked why and I said that I was on a great plan and I know i'm going to regret cancelling but I didn't really like having cellphone without all the features I had been paying for (VM and txts) and that I wasn't going to be able to afford them. She sympathized with my 'student-lack-of-funds' and said, "Well, here's what I'll do because I understand your situation" and she gave me free VM. She said she couldn't add TXT to my plan, which she probably could have, but now I'm quite content.

In the end, I got:

200 Anytime
100 LD
CID
VM
$20 + SAF,etc

I've seen some better ones posted but I just thought I'd sure my story.

Cheers!

[ryan123]

so how much did u guys have to pay in the end with ur 20+SAF+ETC, cause i want to know the exact figure

[jtcb]

so how much did u guys have to pay in the end with ur 20+SAF+ETC, cause i want to know the exact figure

(20 + 6.95 (SAF) + 0.50 (911)) + GST + PST = whatever..

[ryan123]

no way of getting off the saf?

[Firehawk]

Hey guys, I"ve been following this thread closely for a few months now since my contract is up this month. It seems that lots of you are going for the sony W's, is it just for the walkman functionality or is it superior to other phones in other ways? And on that note, any recommendations on phones when I call in? I'm using a Motorola C370 right now.

[bubble.tea]

........I'm using a Motorola C370 right now.
Good Lord. :)

any phone will be an improvement.

the 810 is the first 2MP phone released in Canada, and if that's not enough it is the first with autofocus, and the first with macro., the first to come with a 1Gb card, and the first to drop within a month of release to $199...lol.

Having said that, people have complained of creaking noises in the housing (go away with 'breaking it in'), as well as a pitiful LOW earpiece volume.

[BrgnHunter]

I'm using a Motorola C370 right now.


Good Lord.

any phone will be an improvement.

i concur... :cheesygri


anyone had luck with adding text msg and/or data to their corp plan?

[simms]

i concur... :cheesygri


anyone had luck with adding text msg and/or data to their corp plan?
yes. technically mine is a retention plan but i still keep my msd.

[Harkonnen]

How are you guys getting new phones at a discounted price while being mid-contract?

I've still got 3-4 months on my contract, and am willing to resign to a retention plan, but they're (Rogers) being pricks about the phone prices. Pre-HUP fee this, Admin Fee that. Seems like i'm paying more for a discounted phone than a regular new activation.

What should I tell them in order to get a better price on the handsets?

[bubble.tea]

How are you guys getting new phones at a discounted price while being mid-contract?

I've still got 3-4 months on my contract, and am willing to resign to a retention plan, but they're (Rogers) being pricks about the phone prices. Pre-HUP fee this, Admin Fee that. Seems like i'm paying more for a discounted phone than a regular new activation.

What should I tell them in order to get a better price on the handsets?
tell them you're related to simms.

[st7860]

How are you guys getting new phones at a discounted price while being mid-contract?

I've still got 3-4 months on my contract, and am willing to resign to a retention plan, but they're (Rogers) being pricks about the phone prices. Pre-HUP fee this, Admin Fee that. Seems like i'm paying more for a discounted phone than a regular new activation.

What should I tell them in order to get a better price on the handsets?

if they're still being pricks as you say, the easy way is to say you don't think its appropriate for new customers to get a better price, and ask them to cancel. ROGERS POLICY is to cancel a phone only 30 days after your request, so you can always call back to change your mind if that threat doesn't work.

[B40]

I called in and mentioned this plan, the CSR gave me the "I don't know what plan you're talking about" deal.

How many people actually have this plan?

[WorldIRC]

I called in and mentioned this plan, the CSR gave me the "I don't know what plan you're talking about" deal.

How many people actually have this plan?

Did you call the number listed on the first page? Were you speaking to CSR or CR?

[B40]

Did you call the number listed on the first page? Were you speaking to CSR or CR?

No I did *611 -> Cancel my phone..

I'll try that number next time.. don't want to call again right away

[queen824]

I've been with Rogers for over 4 yrs and just switched to this Corporate Plan in April '06.

Corporate Business Plan - $18.00
200 Wkday/Wknight
Unltd Wkend
Caller ID
Detailed Billing
Exact Pricing
Cdn Corporate Long Distance
Canada to US Long Distance

Is there any offer I can get from them? I'm looking at free VM and other features (maybe txt msg/ more airtime/ unltd evening). Any suggestions?

[WorldIRC]

I've been with Rogers for over 4 yrs and just switched to this Corporate Plan 6 mths ago.

Corporate Business Plan - $18.00
200 Wkday/Wknight
Unltd Wkend
Caller ID
Detailed Billing
Exact Pricing
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Is there any offer I can get from them? I'm looking at free enhanced VM and other features (maybe txt msg/ more airtime/ unltd evening). Any suggestions?

You are on the basic 1175 corp... if you sign for 2 or more years, you get VM for free as part of the plan. If you add $5, you get unlimited weeknights and evenings at 6.

Your goal would be to get one of those features, without having to pay..However, since its a corporate plan, its different in their system for retentions to add the credits. They would most likely have to remove your corporate code, throw you on a similar retention plan. You would lose your corporate Tier status for upgrades.

[queen824]

... if you sign for 2 or more years, you get VM for free as part of the plan...

Mine was a 2 yr contract, they told me that VM is no longer included in the plan. But some of my colleagues got that VM offer though. Shall I call CS?

[Phoenix88]

Mine was a 2 yr contract, they told me that VM is no longer included in the plan. But some of my colleagues got that VM offer though. Shall I call CS?

That is the same or simular plan to mine but I get Corporate Voice Mail $8 for free and Extended Eve Weekend $5 for free. My friend hasn't been able to get the extra $5 credit, but you should be able to get the voicemail for free.

[simms]

That is the same or simular plan to mine but I get Corporate Voice Mail $8 for free and Extended Eve Weekend $5 for free. My friend hasn't been able to get the extra $5 credit, but you should be able to get the voicemail for free.

I agree, VM should be included on that plan.

[Aceyalone]

My contracts been up for a few months now. I'm gonna call later today and see what kind of deal I can get.

[royal]

its true that you cant use MP3's as ringtones on the new 1GB Rogers W810s because they are DRM locked.

But there are ways around it. If you want to pay $10 u can get it unbranded (which i think is your best bet) it removes the DRM as well as enables Flash themes

OR you can convert your MP3s to the sony DRM format for free using the converter from Sony, so all is not lost.

from where? i want to get it done as my rogers 1gb should be ocming and wanna to use mp3's

[Phoenix88]

I agree, VM should be included on that plan.

When I first got mine it didn't have any voicemails - talk to your dealer to get them to get rogers to put it on. Rogers wouldn't talk to me about it since they go - you have a really good rate plan already, you have per second, corp long distance and it is super cheap. Somehow the dealer got it put on with no troubles.

[Spidey]

Did some research this weekend. Went to a kiosk that sold both Rogers and Bell, so unbiased opiniosn either way.

Found the same type of Treo at bell for $99 and it was $299 at Roges. More at Rogers because of the GSM technology they use.

Not a big selling feature to me, Bell does have better covergae throughout western Canada according to their maps

[simms]

from where? i want to get it done as my rogers 1gb should be ocming and wanna to use mp3's

wotanserver.com or davinciteam.com

wotan is MUCH easier to use and more streamlined. I used both.

[the watcher]

wotanserver.com or davinciteam.com

wotan is MUCH easier to use and more streamlined. I used both.

how much does each cost and what are the benefits of using one over the other?

[royal]

quick quesition.. after reading a few pages.. i saw that you guys can some how get discounted phone evne if you arei n mid or your contract.. anyways? my mom has the 6101 and wanna get rid of it. if i can get somethign from rogers.. would be great.

[poorwingman]

does anyone here work at rogers? or does anyone know?

when do they usually do price drops on hardware (if there's any regularity to it).. at the end of the quarter? at the beginning?

[simms]

how much does each cost and what are the benefits of using one over the other?

Benefits = none, both give you the exact same thing. Wotan makes it easier to select the right FW though.

Cost, go find it out yourself... i gave you the links. Should be around 10US.

[Aceyalone]

Alright dumb question here. How do you get these retention guys to "convince" you to stay aboard with an cheaper/better plan. I called in to cancel my account and the guy started doing it right off the bat without even asking me why I wanted to quit. I quickly hung up on him so he couldn't complete the process.

Can someone help me out here?

[hackex]

Alright dumb question here. How do you get these retention guys to "convince" you to stay aboard with an cheaper/better plan. I called in to cancel my account and the guy started doing it right off the bat without even asking me why I wanted to quit. I quickly hung up on him so he couldn't complete the process.

Can someone help me out here?

if you've been with rogers 6 months or longer you can simply call in and ask for the 250 min, E/W (after 8pm) and caller ID package for $20. you can make it after 6pm for $5 extra. and you might also be able to throw in R2R if your package is $25. you don't really need to mention that you'd like to cancel, just firmly ask for it. the operator might put you on hold for a moment and checkup on it.

hope it helps...

[leilah]

Question...Does Rogers have unlimited incoming? How much would something like that cost me?

[Spidey]

JUst had a thought.

If I just buy one outright, say from Futureshop or on here, I could be contract free and pick whatever plans I wanted.

Wonder if in the long run would that be cheaper, say compared to being locked in again for another 3 years.

Its nice to be out of a contract now

Thoughts on this.

Plus this is 100% tax deductible too, since I am using it for my business

[Aceyalone]

if you've been with rogers 6 months or longer you can simply call in and ask for the 250 min, E/W (after 8pm) and caller ID package for $20. you can make it after 6pm for $5 extra. and you might also be able to throw in R2R if your package is $25. you don't really need to mention that you'd like to cancel, just firmly ask for it. the operator might put you on hold for a moment and checkup on it.

hope it helps...

I've been with them for a few years. My contract was up a few months ago. All I'm trying to get is a decent plan and/or a new phone in the process. These guys just keep calling my bluff when I call in to "cancel".

[Haz]

I've been with them for a few years. My contract was up a few months ago. All I'm trying to get is a decent plan and/or a new phone in the process. These guys just keep calling my bluff when I call in to "cancel".When I got my plan, I just politely asked for it. For my gf, I was actually calling to cancel but they kept offering different plans and extra credits that it was too good of a deal to cancel.

I'd suggest going the "ask politely" route.

[mrdevil]

I've been with them for a few years. My contract was up a few months ago. All I'm trying to get is a decent plan and/or a new phone in the process. These guys just keep calling my bluff when I call in to "cancel".

did u talk to CSR or CR? usually what i do is ask to be transfered to CR as soon as i get connect. CR sounds nicer and they are the ones with the power to give u better deals.

[st7860]

I've been with them for a few years. My contract was up a few months ago. All I'm trying to get is a decent plan and/or a new phone in the process. These guys just keep calling my bluff when I call in to "cancel".

Did you call the Relations Reps _directly_ at 1-888-936-7283 ?

Also, bluffing with Rogers is not really that risky, since by rogers POLICY, account are to be only cancelled no sooner than 30 days after your request, so you can ALWAYS CALL BACK LATER to change your mind.

[Aceyalone]

I called the 1-888-936-7283 number directly. I asked to cancel my account and the guy on the other line started doing so immediately without asking me why or if he could do anything to make me change my mind.

So I never got a chance to even mention anything I wanted or needed to stay.

[st7860]

I called the 1-888-936-7283 number directly. I asked to cancel my account and the guy on the other line started doing so immediately without asking me why or if he could do anything to make me change my mind.

So I never got a chance to even mention anything I wanted or needed to stay.

do you mean it was shut off right away?

[Kwirky]

I called the 1-888-936-7283 number directly. I asked to cancel my account and the guy on the other line started doing so immediately without asking me why or if he could do anything to make me change my mind.

So I never got a chance to even mention anything I wanted or needed to stay.

ROFL! Newb agent perhaps? :cheesygri

[Aceyalone]

do you mean it was shut off right away?

He checked to make sure my account was clean of any outstanding debts and then he said alright I'll proceed to terminate your account now. I immediately hung up when I heard that.

[m85d1]

He checked to make sure my account was clean of any outstanding debts and then he said alright I'll proceed to terminate your account now. I immediately hung up when I heard that.

:lol: For real? He's got enough to cancel your account, so maybe your account is cancelled :D

[Aceyalone]

:lol: For real? He's got enough to cancel your account, so maybe your account is cancelled :D

Well I panicked and hung up. So I figure he didn't get to finish terminating my account if I wasn't on the line anymore.

[keunganator]

Well I panicked and hung up. So I figure he didn't get to finish terminating my account if I wasn't on the line anymore.


ROFL thats the first i heard that before lol thats jokes

[Aceyalone]

Don't know what to do now since they got all that **** on my file now. I might just have to quit and go with someother company now.

[tt_boy]

Don't know what to do now since they got all that **** on my file now. I might just have to quit and go with someother company now.

Smart move!

[carms]

so i haggled again with the csr.. and i got the new phone/activation on a retentions plan! wooh!
free phone + no activation fee too..
preserverance rules~

$15
250 daytime
unlim weekend+weeknights 8pm
caller id
3 months unlim calling
se 300i

[carms]

Question...Does Rogers have unlimited incoming? How much would something like that cost me?

at the source they have a $30 plan for unlim incoming..
150 anytime
1000 evening/weekend 9pm
100 long d

[st7860]

at the source they have a $30 plan for unlim incoming..
150 anytime
1000 evening/weekend 9pm
100 long d

thats a ripoff. its simpler to take over someone's existing rogers contract then call Retentions to get 100 daytime, unlimited evenings at 6pm, unlimited weekends, and unlimited incoming, for $30

[Mulder and Scully]

Why do you even tell CR you want to cancel? Once one comes on the line, just say, "I would like the $xx/month with x, y and z." I said nothing about cancelling and the CR said, "Perfect, you already know the plans." My problem came when she couldn't transfer my Pay-As-You-Go account over to the monthly, and the 10 minute wait for the Pay-Go CR took too long and I hung up. But now I know it'll definitely work when I call back.

[ShaTR]

Why do you even tell CR you want to cancel? Once one comes on the line, just say, "I would like the $xx/month with x, y and z." I said nothing about cancelling and the CR said, "Perfect, you already know the plans." My problem came when she couldn't transfer my Pay-As-You-Go account over to the monthly, and the 10 minute wait for the Pay-Go CR took too long and I hung up. But now I know it'll definitely work when I call back.

hold up hold up, so your saying you can get a retentions plan from paygo???? how did you find this out???

[royal]

so i haggled again with the csr.. and i got the new phone/activation on a retentions plan! wooh!
free phone + no activation fee too..
preserverance rules~

$15
250 daytime
unlim weekend+weeknights 8pm
caller id
3 months unlim calling
se 300i

thats seems unbelvueable for sum reason.

[Haz]

thats seems unbelvueable for sum reason.I was offered that same deal 2 years ago for my gf's line. I was only good for the first year of the contract. $20/month for the second year.

[HowEver]

thats seems unbelvueable for sum reason.

My guess is that carms is either in Winnipeg or on the east coast where the $15 / month deal is a reality.

[bubble.tea]

thats seems unbelvueable for sum reason.
what's so unbelvueable?

simms has had this for what...2-5months now?

It's the std plan with a monthly $10monthly Cr.

but however's conclusion is naturally as-plausible. (dammit, no thumbsup emoticon here :().

[st7860]

My guess is that carms is either in Winnipeg or on the east coast where the $15 / month deal is a reality.

Yes. generally Manitoba has a habit of getting the cool sub $20 plans from all major carriers.




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[Spewn]

I've had no luck trying to get these plans, my phone is on contract for one more year but my plan is non contract:
150 min
1000 EW after 9PM(ewwww)
rogers to rogers
caller ID
$25

I've asked for the good $25 plan with 250 mins and E&W after 6pm but the guy said I cant until my phone contract ends, sigh. Is there any other way I can get a good plan?

[HowEver]

How many times have you called?


I've had no luck trying to get these plans, my phone is on contract for one more year but my plan is non contract:
150 min
1000 EW after 9PM(ewwww)
rogers to rogers
caller ID
$25

I've asked for the good $25 plan with 250 mins and E&W after 6pm but the guy said I cant until my phone contract ends, sigh. Is there any other way I can get a good plan?

[st7860]

I've had no luck trying to get these plans, my phone is on contract for one more year but my plan is non contract:
150 min
1000 EW after 9PM(ewwww)
rogers to rogers
caller ID
$25

I've asked for the good $25 plan with 250 mins and E&W after 6pm but the guy said I cant until my phone contract ends, sigh. Is there any other way I can get a good plan?

did you tell the guy you wanted to renew for three years?

[Spewn]

I called about 3 times, and I asked the guy but he said he couldnt until the 2007 when my plan ends, or if I cancel it with a $200 charge. I didnt ask to renew it cause there was no plan contract to begin with, just the contract for the phone, I even asked for a hardware upgrade on my 2year old phone but I dont even get a discount on that cause I was only on 150 anytime min plan for 2 years. But I will try tomorrow and ask to renew the contract or something.

[carms]

My guess is that carms is either in Winnipeg or on the east coast where the $15 / month deal is a reality.

lol, i dnt live in winnipeg... i live in toronto :)
it's the $20 plan that everyone gets, but they give u a $5 credit
as for getting this plan on a new phone, i had to call in like 3 times =.='

[bectang]

i got the std plan for $25 with $15 credit

now the thing is how could i get a phone like the w810i or d807 for the 99.99 that some of you were offered.

It seems like the CSRs are insisting that I pay the full 249.99 - 100 corporate HUP. Is there anyway I can get it down to the 99.99 or lower?

I have 4 lines

[Harkonnen]

A word to the wise about calling in too frequently; I called in about 5 times, first time they gave me a plan which was pretty good, almost what I wanted for a price I was comfortable with, but they didn't have the phone I wanted in stock. So someone told me they'd call me back to let me know when the phone would be available (I guess it hadn't been released yet?).

I called in a couple days later to see if the phone was available and try to get rogers to rogers added to my plan for free. No go.

So I called back a couple of time after, and the last time I called in, ready to go ahead and recommit, the guy said I see you've called in many times before...and the plan that they initially offered me, he wasn't able to offer me because of some "mistake" the original CR person made...so he made me another offer...which is closer to what I wanted, but has less daytime minutes than I'd ideally like.

He worked out the pricing and it was slightly cheaper than the original plan, but I've tried to go over the numbers and I can't seem to get the same figures he got...so i'm kinda scared now. I don't know whether to cancel everything or what, and i'm too afraid to call in again. LOL.

[simms]

i got the std plan for $25 with $15 credit

now the thing is how could i get a phone like the w810i or d807 for the 99.99 that some of you were offered.

It seems like the CSRs are insisting that I pay the full 249.99 - 100 corporate HUP. Is there anyway I can get it down to the 99.99 or lower?

I have 4 lines

25 with 15 credit, so $10/month?

Then you might be on my plan :D

[royal]

i am being offered this to switch to a corporate plan in between my current contract:

2 Yr Term:
-200 mins
-Unlimt. After 6
- Caller Id
- 100 LD

Also the Phone they offering is w810i for $179.99 .. V3i For 149.99 or V360 For free.

Anyways to get the w810i or V3i for cheaper?

** I was offred the W810i for Free but i couldnt confirm at the time called back and they refused .. damn rogers.

[someguy91]

Ok.. so I'm the retention plan i'm on right now just expired.. I was on a 2 year contract with rogers and was with them 3 years prior to that also. i'm pretty sure it's

$20
200min
unlimited eve/weekends past 8
caller ID

So I haven't upgraded in 2 years. I'd be totally happy if they could throw in the VM i'm currently paying for... for free. You guys think that's doable?

In addition.. my sister is headed off to Queen's.. she is currently piggy backed onto my mom's plan (which is the same deal as mine) for $15 a month. HER plan doesn't expire until a couple months later.. i think oct/nov. However.. I see you guys getting the 100.. 1000 LD... tacked onto your plans.. do you think I can get taht done also?

I've read probably ~25% of this thread over my time here at RFD.. but I still can't distinguish CS vs. CSR... which one is the first one u talk to and which one has the power? and what do the acronyms stand for?

thanks...

also.. i checked with a rogers representative at the Ex.. and it would cost me $400 to get the w810.... same with my sister... any way I can get them to give me a better deal on a new phone? my t610's joystick is going wonky..

[mrdevil]

CSR (customer service representative) are the ppl you talk to when u first call in.
you want to speak to a CR (customer relations) because they are the ones who have the power to give you "better deals".

in my experience, just tell them about your sister moving and ask what they can do for you. if you are lucky and get a nice CR then they will add the 1000LD for you. that's how i got mine.

[GSD]

Aaargh! I ordered my HUP last week and was told that I should have it in 3-5 business days. That has passed and Rogers has not even processed the order! I asked them whether I can go to their warehouse and pick it up - no joy - no pick up desk! So then I asked whether I can pick it up from a dealer - that would take 1-2 days to cancel the existing order! So now they are going to take 2-3 days to investigate the order! Rogers is so slow. Best advice is to get the price okayed with CSR and then get it at Rogers dealer and let them make some commission I guess.

[simms]

Aaargh! I ordered my HUP last week and was told that I should have it in 3-5 business days. That has passed and Rogers has not even processed the order! I asked them whether I can go to their warehouse and pick it up - no joy - no pick up desk! So then I asked whether I can pick it up from a dealer - that would take 1-2 days to cancel the existing order! So now they are going to take 2-3 days to investigate the order! Rogers is so slow. Best advice is to get the price okayed with CSR and then get it at Rogers dealer and let them make some commission I guess.

Not going to happen. Read the threads at Hofo, dealer is always best.
You order thru HUP, you wait.

[Jaysan]

I was reading some of your posts and most of the CR said that they cant give you a better plan until your contract is up..
for me, this was false

i called in asking them a simple question *CSR* and asked if i were to go from month to month, and go pay as u go, the CSR just basically said I'll transfer you to CR and they will better serve you.
So when i got transferred, I asked the same question again, and they offered me a better plan then i was on...
initially i was on a :

$25
100 Daytime
1000 Weeknight/end after 8pm
Unlimited Incoming
No R2R, They were supposed to add it, but they didn't, and the campus to campus calling was no longer available, so instead, they gave me 6 months unlimited calling, then added another 3 months unlimited calling
added caller ID for $5

new offer they gave me WITHOUT renewing my existing contract

$25
200 Daytime
Unlimited weekend/night after 6pm
1000 R2R
Free Caller ID
100 LD
after taxes, its about 37 and change...which is pretty good for now ^^
i jumped on this deal too quick..but oh well, i liked it when he said i didn't have to extend my contract:D

[bubble.tea]

i...............................
** I was offred the W810i for Free but i couldnt confirm at the time called back and they refused .. damn rogers.

LESSON: ALWAYS right down reps name and ID.

Um...how 'bout deleting your duplicate post ;)

[J_u_n_i_o_r_3]

fast question im turing 18 soon
My phone is on my moms name theres two cell phones cable and internet so bundel saving of 15% is there a way to change just one of the wireless numbers to my name or is that consider breaking the condion since i have two wireless acounts instead of one

[gamer123]

Is there any student wireless deals? I guess I can go to pmall to check as well.

[lobt]

I was browsing around in the Rogers site where they had my wireless information. I'm supposed to have 100 Canadian LD minutes, but it doesn't show in the list of things I have on account. Just the normal 250 minutes, call display, etc. Is this normal?

[rohit_enigma]

Yes it is, if you click on update wireless essentials, you should see your 100 LD minutes on the bottom of the page.

I was browsing around in the Rogers site where they had my wireless information. I'm supposed to have 100 Canadian LD minutes, but it doesn't show in the list of things I have on account. Just the normal 250 minutes, call display, etc. Is this normal?

[volcomstone]

fast question im turing 18 soon
My phone is on my moms name theres two cell phones cable and internet so bundel saving of 15% is there a way to change just one of the wireless numbers to my name or is that consider breaking the condion since i have two wireless acounts instead of one

It's breaking the bundle... I checked into that today actually.

So guys I'm planning to get the W810i from Rogers within the next couple weeks. I currently am at the end of my 2 year plan with Bell and am ready to move on. I'm looking at Rogers plans and they really don't seem all that good, especially after the 6.95 fee that is not included in their contract price. Do any of you guys know any special plans for new activations that are a good deal? Thanks a bunch.

[simms]

It's breaking the bundle... I checked into that today actually.

So guys I'm planning to get the W810i from Rogers within the next couple weeks. I currently am at the end of my 2 year plan with Bell and am ready to move on. I'm looking at Rogers plans and they really don't seem all that good, especially after the 6.95 fee that is not included in their contract price. Do any of you guys know any special plans for new activations that are a good deal? Thanks a bunch.

Bell's SAF is even higher...
Fido Urban is pretty good right now, for a new activiation.. for Rogers, it all depends on your needs.

[asdfthethird]

Hi,

I was reading through the thread, and was wondering what the difference was between a CR and a CSR, and how I should go about to speak to the one that gives the better deals?

Also I was wondering, if I don't personally have a rogers phone, but my mom does... Does that allow me to get one of these deals on a new phone, new plan?

[lobt]

Yes it is, if you click on update wireless essentials, you should see your 100 LD minutes on the bottom of the page.

Thanks a lot buddy. I was worried that I didn't have it and was about to phone them =D.

[Weezer4Ever]

Just a question, I had a Ready4U phone from Jan-April while I was in school, and cancelled it for over the summer. Since I was a customer, can I still qualify for a retention plan, or am I out of luck? And if I'm not, is it worth my time to try and call in to try and get a better deal (than I would from just getting a new plan)?

[HowEver]

You don't qualify for a retention plan--you're not a customer being "retained."

But you can get a new plan. Your best bet is seeing if you or a family member legitimately qualifies for a corporate or employee plan.

Just a question, I had a Ready4U phone from Jan-April while I was in school, and cancelled it for over the summer. Since I was a customer, can I still qualify for a retention plan, or am I out of luck? And if I'm not, is it worth my time to try and call in to try and get a better deal (than I would from just getting a new plan)?

[Weezer4Ever]

You don't qualify for a retention plan--you're not a customer being "retained."

But you can get a new plan. Your best bet is seeing if you or a family member legitimately qualifies for a corporate or employee plan.
I figured as much. I thought I may have some leverage, since I still have my number, and could restart on a monthly plan with no contract. I guess I'll have to try to get on with a corporate plan. My dad is a realtor (I'm in BC), are there any good corporate plans available to them? I was hoping for something like 100-200 mins, VM, CID and Evenings/Weekends at 6.

BTW, thanks for the info.

[flatsoled604]

500
/Unltd Early Eve/Wkds Plan - $50.00
25 Anytime Minutes
500 Weekday Minutes

is what they offered me.. i asked about the retention plan..hes like who told you about this?
:lol:
as for my bill the past 2 charges have been about 150+ over my regular bill
im on the 100weekday/1000eve-wkend/unlimited incoming/75 anytime

but i went 500mins over on the eve/wk
178mins on weekday
which totals about 172$ on my last month

what can i do?
my sister also went over huge on her phone.
im just going into grade12 this year

[ShaTR]

700 w/d
unl 6am8pm
unl sat/sun
50$


dam, unlimited daytime! i know a lot of people that would like that plan :lol: (not me, im an evenings and weekends user)

but seriously, if unlimited incoming and free evenings and weekends is what you need, i DID receive an offer from rogers for a plan with 150 daytime evenings and weekends Unlimited for 30. and they also offered a plan with more min for 40. i'm sure you could get either or.

[BlackEros]

Here to check in after my Retentions encounter

changed my crappy family plan with 2 phones

150 shared weekday minutes
evenings after 6 and weekends free
15% Bundle Discount
at $50 plus SAF+911+taxes for each phone
3 Year contract which was a year in

to

2 seperate plans with

Plan #1
250 Weekday Minutes
Evenings after 8 and Weekends free
Call Display FREE
Rogers to Rogers FREE
100 Canadian Long Distance Minutes FREE
15% Bundle Discount
$20 plus SAF+911+taxes

and

Plan #2
250 Weekday Minutes
Evenings after 6 and Weekends free
Call Display FREE
Voicemall FREE
Rogers to Rogers FREE
100 Canadian Long Distance Minutes FREE
15% Bundle Discount
$25 plus SAF+911+taxes

Took 5 calls over 2 days to get this plan set up and I also had to renew my 3 year contract but hey I am happy for now :cheesygri Thanks RFD!

[BlackEros]

Oh if any of you are wondering how I got Free Rogers to Rogers on the $20 plan I signed up for the $25 dollar plan starting at 6pm initially then I called back and told them I changed my mind and I wanted the $20 plan starting at 8pm but wanted to keep R2R so I can call the people who used to be on my familly plan they said no problem I can keep all the extras I already have. If anyone can find a way to hustle in Name display for free please post it. I gave in and are currently paying $3 a month for that service.

[Spidey]

Oh if any of you are wondering how I got Free Rogers to Rogers on the $20 plan I signed up for the $25 dollar plan starting at 6pm initially then I called back and told them I changed my mind and I wanted the $20 plan starting at 8pm but wanted to keep R2R so I can call the people who used to be on my familly plan they said no problem I can keep all the extras I already have. If anyone can find a way to hustle in Name display for free please post it. I gave in and are currently paying $3 a month for that service.


One of the longest run on sentences I have ever seen. :D

[BlackEros]

One of the longest run on sentences I have ever seen. :D

Sorry was in a rush when typing that :)

[FOS]

20/month +SAF+911+taxes on a 3 year contract
250 daytime
25 anytime
unlimited evening/weekends @6
rogers to rogers
and call display

w810 for 203+taxes =(

I like the plan, to bad I couldn't get the phone cheaper. If you're wondering, yes that's the 25 dollar plan for 20, the CR made a mistake by telling me he could add r2r on the 20 plan but he couldn't so he gave me the 25 plan for 20. Really great and polite CR and great experience after having a couple failed attempts.

EDIT: Thanks RFD and just be polite, if the CR doesn't sound as polite as you, chances are you won't be getting a deal. And luck is probably your number 1 weapon.

[kcirtap78]

called retention this week and got

25$
250 daytime mins
unlimted evening we @ 6pm
caller id
voicemail
100LD minutes

grand total with saf+911+tax 37$
MIght call back an asked for some txt messages or something in month or so

Plan i had before this was
45$
700daytime mins
unlimited evening&we @6
plus 10$ esentails package
with a 5$ credit

total was around 66$ all included.. this new plan better serves my needs

[moturismo]

I renewed my contract for 3 year with customer relations and was told I would get unlimited text messaging. However, I check my account and it hasn't been included. Anyone else encounter the same where items are missing, and anything that I can do to get it back? I called them back, and the rep i got said that they don't offered text messaging, and there were no notes taken on this from the original call.

Tks

[J_u_n_i_o_r_3]

It's breaking the bundle... I checked into that today actually.

So guys I'm planning to get the W810i from Rogers within the next couple weeks. I currently am at the end of my 2 year plan with Bell and am ready to move on. I'm looking at Rogers plans and they really don't seem all that good, especially after the 6.95 fee that is not included in their contract price. Do any of you guys know any special plans for new activations that are a good deal? Thanks a bunch.
Buy a Contract off someone who has couple months left and then call customers realation and that sould do the trick lol

[knight]

I am supposed to have 100 min LD but it does not show on my account online is this normal ? Also I want to get the 1000 min ld , is there a way I can do it without paying the 5 extra dollars ?

here is whats being displayed:

My Current Price Plan

250/Unlimited Eve/Wkds Plan - $25.00
Chat N' Send Bonus
Local Airtime Bonus
250 Weekday Minutes
25 Anytime Minutes


Additional Services
Detailed Billing
Network Features *


Additional Charges**
911 Emergency Svc Access Fee - $0.50 - Monthly
System Access Fee - $6.95 - Monthly


Discount(s)
Call Display Credit
Digital Call Display Credit
Monthly Plan Credit
Rogers to Rogers 3yr Bonus


My Current Wireless Essentials


Voicemail
Rogers to Rogers Calling



Any ideas? also does R2R work if i am calling someone in another city that is with rogers for example calling London from toronto?

Thanks guys

[simms]

I am supposed to have 100 min LD but it does not show on my account online is this normal ? Also I want to get the 1000 min ld , is there a way I can do it without paying the 5 extra dollars ?

here is whats being displayed:

My Current Price Plan

250/Unlimited Eve/Wkds Plan - $25.00
Chat N' Send Bonus
Local Airtime Bonus
250 Weekday Minutes
25 Anytime Minutes


Additional Services
Detailed Billing
Network Features *


Additional Charges**
911 Emergency Svc Access Fee - $0.50 - Monthly
System Access Fee - $6.95 - Monthly


Discount(s)
Call Display Credit
Digital Call Display Credit
Monthly Plan Credit
Rogers to Rogers 3yr Bonus


My Current Wireless Essentials


Voicemail
Rogers to Rogers Calling



Any ideas? also does R2R work if i am calling someone in another city that is with rogers for example calling London from toronto?

Thanks guys

It's there under "manage your wireless essentials".

[Whitewind]

Well this is the Rogers Wireless policy for canceling early:

Early Cancellation Fee
31. If, for any reason, your Service is terminated prior to the end of the service agreement period (if
applicable), you agree to pay us $20 (plus applicable taxes) times the number of months remaining
in the service agreement period, to a maximum of $200.
Rogers may allow for the cancellation of your Service without an Early Cancellation Fee with the following
conditions:
1) device is returned in complete and original condition to the store where it was purchased (if customerowned
hardware, this condition does not apply) and
2) cancellation is requested within 30 days from date of activation and
3) your account has incurred less than 30 minutes of airtime usage or 150 Kilobytes of data usage.
You will be billed for all charges incurred up to the point of deactivation.

but what i want to know is (which i have asked before) why can't you cancel right after getting a new activation/contract? if you do it within 30 days and don't use 30 min ur ok. so it means that people who are going to be new customers can get the retentions deal

so what im planning to do is sign up at 1888rogers1 and then a day later call up retentions

reasons for canceling are:
-can get w300i for 0 dollars at local dealer
-friend has a better plan than me (which is true, he has a retentions plan)

[YnD]

If I'm currently on a corporate plan do they get you a retention corporate plan keeping your companies name? I'm actually looking to get a regular retention so I can transfer the line to another family members name. Whats the difference since I noticed you gave a special # for corporate customers.

A retention plan is a special plan not available to the general public except by telephone.

To get one, you must have been a Rogers customer for at least 6 months, and be willing to re-sign your contract for 3 years(from the date you call, NOT from the existing expiry date)
1. Call 1-888-936-7283 and give them your name, number, etc.
2. Ask for the "$25/mo plan with 250 daytime, unlimited evenings at 6pm, and unlimited weekends, with free call display'.
3. You can ask for extra toys like $5/mo for 1000 minutes of calling to and from other rogers customers or 100 minutes of long distance for free.
4. If your EXISTING rogers contract is about to run out, you can likely get a cheap phone along with the usual $35 upgrade fee CANCELLED.
5. If you are a CORPORATE(you work for a company and your phone is in the company name) Rogers customer, then call this number instead:
1-866-363-9712.

Fido and Telus also have special plan departments.
telus mobility 1-877-279-3100 or client.loyalty@telus.com
Fido 1-888-259-3436

[AirBosh]

Ok this thread is way too long to read.

Here's a couple of question I hope the Guru on this site can help me with. My contract is coming to an end soon and:

1. Looking for the best 1yr retention contract with HUP at Rogers. Don't want to sign more then 1yr because I believe you can retain your cell# in 2007 the market will be more competitive.
2. Just curious about couple/family plan. ARe the couple plan only on 3yr contract or you can also get 1 yr contract on it?

[simms]

Ok this thread is way too long to read.

Here's a couple of question I hope the Guru on this site can help me with. My contract is coming to an end soon and:

1. Looking for the best 1yr retention contract with HUP at Rogers. Don't want to sign more then 1yr because I believe you can retain your cell# in 2007 the market will be more competitive.
2. Just curious about couple/family plan. ARe the couple plan only on 3yr contract or you can also get 1 yr contract on it?

1. You can't get the best. Call in and find out what you can get. The best plans are ones you couldn't aim for, especially if you're aim for 1 yr which is quite unusual.

Again the best is also determined by your number of minutes, etc, what you need in features, night time, etc.

I can't help you with #2.

[Scruples]

wow, I just got:

unlimited evenings and weekends after 6pm
unlimited incoming local
free voicemail and caller id
100day time minutes
1000 long distance

for 30$. Also I get the next three months unlimited calling as well.
I think after taxes and service fees the total is just over 40$

also managed to get the sony ericson w810 for 160$ I think...

amazing as far as I'm concerned.

They kept my business.

[MOBB]

wow, I just got:

unlimited evenings and weekends after 6pm
unlimited incoming local
free voicemail and caller id
100day time minutes
1000 long distance

for 30$. Also I get the next three months unlimited calling as well.
I think after taxes and service fees the total is just over 40$

also managed to get the sony ericson w810 for 160$ I think...

amazing as far as I'm concerned.

They kept my business.


Nice, Im on the same plan. The plan comes with 100LD minutes, or the CSR might have just put you 1000min and a 5$ bill credit! Make shure about those LD minutes before using them!

Also if you don't mind how long were you with rogers? Not too many people are on this plan, i've seen maybe about 3 ppl with the same plan includung myself, ive only been with rogers for 7 months and got this deal, I guees i was just lucky!

[mec9t8]

Finally convince my gf to call for the retention plan, she seems to like what she was offered. (not me, she forgot to ask R2R).

Based on what shown on her pending planning change on Rogers.com

$25 plan (3 years renewal),
250mins + (seems to be additional 25 mins anytime)
Free VM , CID, all small extras
Unlimited WE & WN starting 6pm

Ending up $37 (tax and other included) per month, with an overall $5 saving & lots more minutes comparing with current plan.

She also got the SE W300i for $75 (no admin fee), online showing $99 + $35 admin for her, but I guess she is trying to compare the Telus Nokia 6265i ($80). That's why the CSR offer her the $75 deal.

Overall she is very satisfy with this, but she did forget to ask for R2R :mad: (although she had it written in front of her).

Is R2R usually included in the $25 plan? If not when is a good time to call back and ask? What is the best strategy for asking for free R2R in this situation?

Thanks all in advance.

[xxplicit]

I am currently on pay-as-you-go for Rogers since December 2006. My brother is able to get a corporate plan for me but I want to keep my current mobile number. Is there a way to get the corporate plan and a new phone for cheap AND keep my number? I have read about some corporate deals and some of them (plan and phone) and available to new activations (correct me if I am wrong please) and I was wondering if making the transaction from pay-as-you-go to corporate plan would be considered a new activation? My number has not been on a plan previously, it was activated as pay-as-you-go. Also, how would I go about changing the ownership of my account to my brother (which number do I call, what information I need to know before I call in)?
I am pretty much asking:
-Is it possible to get a corporate plan and phone AND keep my number through my brother's corporation?
-If I need to change the legal ownership over to my brother, how would I do so?
Thanks in advance for anybody who can give me some information about this

[bubble.tea]

Ok this thread is way too long to read.

Here's a couple of question I hope the Guru on this site can help me with. My contract is coming to an end soon and:

1. Looking for the best 1yr retention contract with HUP at Rogers. Don't want to sign more then 1yr because I believe you can retain your cell# in 2007 the market will be more competitive.
2. Just curious about couple/family plan. ARe the couple plan only on 3yr contract or you can also get 1 yr contract on it?
1. You can't get the best. Call in and find out what you can get. The best plans are ones you couldn't aim for, especially if you're aim for 1 yr which is quite unusual.

Again the best is also determined by your number of minutes, etc, what you need in features, night time, etc.

I can't help you with #2.
heheh., simms you're funny, you thought he was talking about you? Classic :lol:

[hotfishy]

oh no~

I just called in and got the worse plan than everyone else ~><~
it seems quite bad compare to everyone else....

i got

3 yr term
25 dollar a month
no VM but with caller id
250 day time min
free night/weekend start at 6 pm
911 and access fee extra..
also no rogers to rogers.

what should I do to get a better deal? My term expires at sept 2, 2006..

[hotfishy]

also, i am eligible for AUPE bell corporate plan....is it better than my pre-existing retention plan....

if it is..is it too late to change my retention plan now?

[mark001]

oh no~

I just called in and got the worse plan than everyone else ~><~
it seems quite bad compare to everyone else....

i got

3 yr term
25 dollar a month
no VM but with caller id
250 day time min
free night/weekend start at 6 pm
911 and access fee extra..
also no rogers to rogers.

what should I do to get a better deal? My term expires at sept 2, 2006..

The easiest way to get rogers to rogers is to make sure they know if you're a student or if you work for an eduational institution. If you make sure they know they may ask you to provide proof but everyone I know who's a student who I said to call in and tell them have gotten rogers to rogers no problem.

[5abSingh]

if i sign up for a plan on contract and cancel within 30 days, do i get to keep the phone, or do i have to return it as well?

[HowEver]

You return the phone. They return your $$.

BUT keep in mind that it's 30 minutes/30 days and there is a KB maximum for data too.

BUT this is not a Rogers-wide policy. Each store may have its own policy and you'd best get it in writing, not verbally, but in writing, or else the store can claim there is no such policy.

And if you order via Customer Service/phone check their policy also.


if i sign up for a plan on contract and cancel within 30 days, do i get to keep the phone, or do i have to return it as well?

[simms]

heheh., simms you're funny, you thought he was talking about you? Classic :lol:

I wasn't answering to the guru part, I was just answering his question. Don't get your panties in a bunch.

[hotfishy]

the rep keeping telling me that non of their plan offers voicemail...what should I do?

[bubble.tea]

.........Don't get your panties in a bunch.
CRAP...who told you about those? :D

[ICED-21]

i have a question about activation fees..

i was wondering if its easy to get it waived because i just got a phone activated but wen i asked to waive the fee, the sales rep said it was very hard to do so just took his word for it. But then after reading a very posts i realized quiet a few people were able to do this

is it because it was a promotion? my dad was able to get a $35 credit before but that was a special promo rogers had.

are there anyways to get the fee waived now? like calling into customer service to get it waived? my phone has only been activated for 4 days now

[moturismo]

$19 per month + SAF + 911 Fee

250 minutes
U/L Evenings 6PM / Weekends
Caller ID
Voicemail
Unlimited Rogers to Rogers
3 Months Unlimited Local Calling
100 CAD LD
3 Year Renewal

$79.99 SE W600

I was supposed to get Unlimited Text Messaging, but that didn't happen, and I'm having a difficult time trying to get it now because the rep that originally gave me the plan didn't note it on my account. All the reps I get right now say that Text Messaging is not offered.

[Mad.Whack]

the rep keeping telling me that non of their plan offers voicemail...what should I do?

Not ask for a plan that has voicemail.

Change your strategy...

[simms]

$19 per month + SAF + 911 Fee

250 minutes
U/L Evenings 6PM / Weekends
Caller ID
Voicemail
Unlimited Rogers to Rogers
3 Months Unlimited Local Calling
100 CAD LD
3 Year Renewal

$79.99 SE W600

I was supposed to get Unlimited Text Messaging, but that didn't happen, and I'm having a difficult time trying to get it now because the rep that originally gave me the plan didn't note it on my account. All the reps I get right now say that Text Messaging is not offered.

That's not bad, you got the 6pm and R2R on a sub $20 plan. I would say that's a good deal.

[alexe]

I have a question that probably was answered before, but it's too hard to go through 420 pages looking for answer.

If you have unlimited Rogers to Rogers, do you pay for incoming calls from Rogers customers or it's unlimited

Thanks

[gamer123]

Ok what exactly do you guys say to those reps? Cause I have been calling about 5 times and all they gave me are the normal plans (which are on website). I said some of my friends get promotional deals for $25 with 200 minutes, E/W, R2R, CID, VM, and wondering if I can get a similar deal for myself. The reps are like "I have no idea how they got those plans"

Can anyone share their strategy?

[ShaTR]

just picked up an LG Chocolate phone (KG800)

pretty nice, considering it has integrated voicemail. only have to pay for the airtime during the day, which is a maximum of 1min per msg. (greeting + 30sec msg). and you can turn it off with the press of a button. receptoin is perfect too, even though there is no 850mhz band.

saves me $5 a month. just thought id share for those who want VM but don't want to pay for it.

[Gellar]

just picked up an LG Chocolate phone (KG800)

pretty nice, considering it has integrated voicemail. only have to pay for the airtime during the day, which is a maximum of 1min per msg. (greeting + 30sec msg). and you can turn it off with the press of a button. receptoin is perfect too, even though there is no 850mhz band.

saves me $5 a month. just thought id share for those who want VM but don't want to pay for it.
now if only the phone itself didnt cost huge amounts of $$$, I might be interested in it. Although I got free VM already

[Spazmogen]

I am currently on pay-as-you-go for Rogers since December 2006. My brother is able to get a corporate plan for me but I want to keep my current mobile number. Is there a way to get the corporate plan and a new phone for cheap AND keep my number? I have read about some corporate deals and some of them (plan and phone) and available to new activations (correct me if I am wrong please) and I was wondering if making the transaction from pay-as-you-go to corporate plan would be considered a new activation? My number has not been on a plan previously, it was activated as pay-as-you-go. Also, how would I go about changing the ownership of my account to my brother (which number do I call, what information I need to know before I call in)?
I am pretty much asking:
-Is it possible to get a corporate plan and phone AND keep my number through my brother's corporation?
-If I need to change the legal ownership over to my brother, how would I do so?
Thanks in advance for anybody who can give me some information about this


I was in the same boat. I'd been a paygo customer for 9 years.
I spoke to several reps and *611 Rogers' CS.
The private dealers said there is $0 commission in porting it over, so they don't do it. Rogers' CS was skeptical about the Corporate deals I was seeking (matching Bell's).

I found it easier to just get a new number, new phone on a 3 year term from a private dealer. The corporate deal I got was even better than the Bell one. And I got a SLVR L7 for $99.

[ShaTR]

now if only the phone itself didnt cost huge amounts of $$$, I might be interested in it. Although I got free VM already

well, i got it for a deal, as my mom and sis just came back from overseas, but im sure there are other phones out there which offer the same thing for less money. something to consider and look for when choosing a phone ;)

[bubble.tea]

just picked up an LG Chocolate phone (KG800)
............... receptoin is perfect too, even though there is no 850mhz band.
.............
wow...seriously? Eventhough EVERYBODY on hofo/rogers swears that no 850 means sucky RF...you still went ahead and picked it up?

Just curious...what phones are you comparing it with?

[yams]

My contract ended, I just got off the phone with the representation. The lady was not bad (better than the guy that I call earlier before contract expire). She offer me the following:

Plan A: $25
1000 Weekend start@8pm
100 Weekday (+25 employee bouns)
Unlimited incoming
Caller ID
100 Long D
First 6 month unlimited
waived the $35 admin fee

PlanB: $30
Unlimited Weekend start@6pm
+ same as above

But she cannot give me voicemail or text message.
with 3yrs , I can get SE W810 for $169 or samsung D870 for $199

What do you think about the plan? and the phone price?
What else more should I ask when I call next time?

[ShaTR]

wow...seriously? Eventhough EVERYBODY on hofo/rogers swears that no 850 means sucky RF...you still went ahead and picked it up?

Just curious...what phones are you comparing it with?

i bought it because it was a good deal. and yes, no 850 typically does mean bad reception, and i had the intention of selling in here in NA because i could make a quick buck, but it seems to get decent reception compared to my SLVR, RAZR, W600i, W810i, V300, ROKR, etc etc. obvoiusly not AS good as them, but not much worse.

remember, the v60 GSM released by rogers didn't have 850 either, but people still use those things on rogers networks without problems.

anyways, in my basement, 3 bars
bayview and 16th (where there is usually no reception for 1900mhz) 3-5 bars
400 and finch (work) full reception

much better than my friends N90, which also has no 850. gonna try it out for a week. if i notice reception problems, ill just sell it. otherwise, im SO keeping it. wikid phone! small, light, and all the features i want :)

[ecgz88]

My contract ended, I just got off the phone with the representation. The lady was not bad (better than the guy that I call earlier before contract expire). She offer me the following:

Plan A: $25
1000 Weekend start@8pm
100 Weekday (+25 employee bouns)
Unlimited incoming
Caller ID
100 Long D
First 6 month unlimited
waived the $35 admin fee

PlanB: $30
Unlimited Weekend start@6pm
+ same as above

But she cannot give me voicemail or text message.
with 3yrs , I can get SE W810 for $169 or samsung D870 for $199

What do you think about the plan? and the phone price?
What else more should I ask when I call next time?

If plan B can get for $25 dollars, that's exactly the plan I want :)

Can you ask her to get Voice Mail instead Call ID?

[bubble.tea]

i bought it because it was a good deal. and yes, no 850 typically does mean bad reception, and i had the intention of selling in here in NA because i could make a quick buck, but it seems to get decent reception compared to my SLVR, RAZR, W600i, W810i, V300, ROKR, etc etc. obvoiusly not AS good as them, but not much worse.

remember, the v60 GSM released by rogers didn't have 850 either, but people still use those things on rogers networks without problems.

anyways, in my basement, 3 bars
bayview and 16th (where there is usually no reception for 1900mhz) 3-5 bars
400 and finch (work) full reception

much better than my friends N90, which also has no 850. gonna try it out for a week. if i notice reception problems, ill just sell it. otherwise, im SO keeping it. wikid phone! small, light, and all the features i want :)
interesting, I'll keep this phone in mind then when you turn around to sell it.

So SERIOUSLY, you're saying SO FAR, it's working AS good as the W600!!!! THAT'S SHOCKING, because that phone IS a beast master.

[heymrdj]

these retention deals people are mentioning as of late dont seen as hot as they used to be .... last year rogers was giving away an arm and a leg to keep customers, now the deals dont seem as hot...

are u guys sure ur talking to customer RELATIONS and not customer SERVICE

[myapple]

these retention deals people are mentioning as of late dont seen as hot as they used to be .... last year rogers was giving away an arm and a leg to keep customers, now the deals dont seem as hot...

are u guys sure ur talking to customer RELATIONS and not customer SERVICE
They have been giving away better plans as of late...but their phone deals got crappier.

[kuba]

LG phones bite, this one I'm sure will have problems.
I've always had Samsung and never a problem.
I got my LG125 and nothing but problems, turning on by itself, shutting down, restarting.
I can't wait till my contract is up, then I'm going back to a Sammy phone.
Don't care how gimmicky their phones are, that's how they sell.
Besides, everyone's going to have a chocolate phone...grrreat... :rolleyes:


As for the deals, they don't seem that great.
Contracts are the WORST thing you can do.
It's guaranteed money for them, and you're locked in.
I only renewed on a 1 year contact and in 5months it's up.
Guess who's NOT renewing then. Unless they REALLLY sweeten my plan, but I think it's as sweet as it can get. 300 daytime, BY THE SECOND billing???
Evenings/weekend starting at 6pm at no cost? Forget it. I had to sweeten my plan by signing onto a 1 year contract.
If you're on contract, they know they have you by the you know what.
You're better off not going on contract, and letting them sweat, by knowing you can leave anytime you want. Then they're REALLY kissy a**y with you.;)

[ShaTR]

interesting, I'll keep this phone in mind then when you turn around to sell it.

So SERIOUSLY, you're saying SO FAR, it's working AS good as the W600!!!! THAT'S SHOCKING, because that phone IS a beast master.

hehe, yup. thx man. offer me a good price, and its urz right now. i can get anuther one most stuff still in plastic wrap in box ;)

LG phones bite, this one I'm sure will have problems.
I've always had Samsung and never a problem.
I got my LG125 and nothing but problems, turning on by itself, shutting down, restarting.
I can't wait till my contract is up, then I'm going back to a Sammy phone.
Don't care how gimmicky their phones are, that's how they sell.
Besides, everyone's going to have a chocolate phone...grrreat... :rolleyes:

yeah, because no other phone has problems like that :rolleyes:. don't be a hater ;)

and who cares if "everybody" will have it. that happens to EVERY phone. i don't buy phones to be different, i buy them for the style, size, comfort, and features. just because others have it doesn't mean its no longer any of those things.

anyways, point is, it has VM integrated. YAY

[kuba]

Like I said, Samsung, had 4 of them in the past 8 years and nada problems.
Okay ONCE, but I dropped it and that caused problems. Otherwise, check howardforums look under Telus and look at the LG posts and problems. ;)
Can't wait to see what other new phones come out and then everyone with a chocolate phone will want it. It's how the market works I guess and hence, they get richer and others get more poor. $

[ShaTR]

Like I said, Samsung, had 4 of them in the past 8 years and nada problems.
Okay ONCE, but I dropped it and that caused problems. Otherwise, check howardforums look under Telus and look at the LG posts and problems. ;)
Can't wait to see what other new phones come out and then everyone with a chocolate phone will want it. It's how the market works I guess and hence, they get richer and others get more poor. $

dude, who cares. i have $. you can go worry about phone problems. me, if i have problems, i'll just buy another phone. and i never seem to have phone problems. perhaps its because i don't buy cheap phones. :twisted:

and of course its how the market works, its how its always worked. the new comes out, people want. till then, this will hold me over for a while (unless bubble wants to gimmie some good $$ for it ;))

[kuba]

Wasn't cheap, it was LG.
Never had issues with Samsung, but I guess you missed that part huh richboy. ;)
Enjoy feeding your loads of cash into the bottomless pit of corporate America.
Why are you on a site like this if you have tons of cash, you shouldn't care about deals. By the sounds of it, you can afford anything and everything, no? ;)

[bubble.tea]

hehe, yup. thx man. offer me a good price, and its urz right now. i can get anuther one most stuff still in plastic wrap in box ;)............
Why the HECK wouldn't I buy the NEW one then? :D

[bubble.tea]

............Why are you on a site like this if you have tons of cash, you shouldn't care about deals. ..........

Because the greatest dreamers are the low-middle-income people-He seems to come here feeding off of OUR dreams-and makes them a reality. :mad: . The rich people are so overwhelmed with the money, they forget where to spend it (lol...I know that's not true-just trying to make myself feel betta).

[simms]

Sold my 17/month line to a friend... got a demo line with Rogers! :D Best hot deal ever...

[MOBB]

Sold my 17/month line to a friend... got a demo line with Rogers! :D Best hot deal ever...

Im pretty up to date with rogers but i never understud what a "demo Line" is? Unlimited calling with no costs?

[bubble.tea]

Sold my 17/month line to a friend... got a demo line with Rogers! :D Best hot deal ever...
-I think it's more aptly called, "I sold my soul to the Devil, while breaking his rules". Does anybody know your job yet or just I? :D

Use of the Services
16. When using the Services, our products or your wireless device or equipment, you must comply with applicable laws and
all our policies or rules regarding use of the Services. Without limitation, you may not use (or allow anyone else to use)
the Services, our products or your wireless device or equipment to directly or indirectly:
j. use the Services for anything other than your own personal purposes (such as reselling the Services, providing
Internet access or any other feature of the Services to any third party) or share or transfer your Services without our
express consent;
Reference (https://www.shoprogers.com/about/consumer_terms_and_conditions_jul_2006_en.pdf)

[simms]

-I think it's more aptly called, "I sold my soul to the Devil, while breaking his rules". Does anybody know your job yet or just I? :D


Reference (https://www.shoprogers.com/about/consumer_terms_and_conditions_jul_2006_en.pdf)

Nope, only you do.

0/month
ultd calling in and out
ultd txt
ultd video
ultd photo
who called
call display + name display
VM

sold as in line transfer....i'm not reselling anything.

[someguy91]

Just got off the phone...
I was on their previous retention plan... now I have:

250 weekday minutes
8pm weeknights/ends
caller id
$5 credit per month which pays for $5 voicemail (don't mention free voice mail they actually don't do it... ask for $5 credit if anything) (also say that virgin offers free caller id & voicemail...)
3 years

$20

pretty average but I'm really happy with getting the w810 for 169.99 + 35.
Thought I'd drop this.. should help others.. RFD rules.

[simms]

Just got off the phone...
I was on their previous retention plan... now I have:

250 weekday minutes
8pm weeknights/ends
caller id
$5 credit per month which pays for $5 voicemail (don't mention free voice mail they actually don't do it... ask for $5 credit if anything) (also say that virgin offers free caller id & voicemail...)
3 years

$20

pretty average but I'm really happy with getting the w810 for 169.99 + 35.
Thought I'd drop this.. should help others.. RFD rules.

Good standard plan. You didn't try to kick in 100LD as well?

[raskal]

0/month
ultd calling in and out
ultd txt
ultd video
ultd photo
who called
call display + name display
VM

I vote we ban simms :lol:

[bubble.tea]

.........sold as in line transfer....i'm not reselling anything.

Ain't Semantics Grand?

[embguy]

Sold my 17/month line to a friend... got a demo line with Rogers! :D Best hot deal ever...How to get a demo line from Rogers?

[bubble.tea]

How to get a demo line from Rogers?
Sell your soul to the Devil. :D

[Toronto Gamblers]

Does anyone have any details on a cheap new plan...not something through retention. I'm new and want a good deal but everything listed seems to be redemption.

Thanks.

[bubble.tea]

........ I'm new and want a good deal but everything listed seems to be redemption.

Thanks.
:lol: Couldn't pass this up hehe. I actually PREFER to call it Redemption., rather Retention or anything else hehe.

[exo9]

Called the other day, I have 3 cell lines. Previously paying around $200 a month but i put 2 on retention plans as follows:

$25
250 daytime
free eve/wknds starting from 6
voicemail, caller id, 90 outgoing txt msgs free
free rogers to rogers.

on my other phone i was on a 45 dollar plan with 700 daytime minutes free eve/wknds from 6. got $5 credit per month on that plan after negotiations and free caller id & voicemail.

Also got 3 new hardware upgrades. picked up 3 se w810i for 169 each. admin fee waived.


Thanks to whoever started this thread

[vadim321go]

here is what i just got

sony ericson w810i for 169+35

250 minutes
unlimited evening and weekends starting at 6
free call display for 3 years
3 year term
25$

[Toronto Gamblers]

here is what i just got

sony ericson w810i for 169+35

250 minutes
unlimited evening and weekends starting at 6
free call display for 3 years
3 year term
25$

Was this a new plan or did you re-negotiate?

[exo9]

I've been a long time Rogers customer, and am already on a very good retention plan. I decided to try my luck today and see if I could get something to replace my S710a. I called in, and managed to get the w810i for $19, yes $19, no strings attached. No shipping, activation, or any other hidden charges. I even managed to sneak in another $5 credit on my monthly bill.

holy crap how did u get that? ... i have had 3 lines for hte past 2 yrs and 2 lines for the past 4.5 yrs, and i couldnt negotiate anything better than what i got.

[bubble.tea]

I've been a long time Rogers customer, and am already on a very good retention plan. I decided to try my luck today and see if I could get something to replace my S710a. I called in, and managed to get the w810i for $19, yes $19, no strings attached. No shipping, activation, or any other hidden charges. I even managed to sneak in another $5 credit on my monthly bill.
Truly an EXCELLENT deal.

It would be nice of you to elaborate, as.....that IS the premise behind on online community. Not to simply come and flaunt it.....as others (who shall remain nameless :D) constantly...and most unsportsmanly do.

[Whitewind]

anyone know if retentions people have a quota to meet?

[Haz]

I've been a long time Rogers customer, and am already on a very good retention plan. I decided to try my luck today and see if I could get something to replace my S710a. I called in, and managed to get the w810i for $19, yes $19, no strings attached. No shipping, activation, or any other hidden charges. I even managed to sneak in another $5 credit on my monthly bill.Wow... I'd like to know how you did it! I've got a plan that ending in November so I called in early to see what I could get. Even with 4 lines for the last 5 years, they wouldn't budge from $200 for the W810i!! :evil:

[morpheiz]

I read on HOFO that some ppl are getting the 125 Outgoing SMS's as part of the regular retention plan, anybody here get that?

[keunganator]

I think those who get the 125SMS are probably long time customers, since the longer u are with the rogers the better retention u get. For me, i had to pay for my sms.

I read on HOFO that some ppl are getting the 125 Outgoing SMS's as part of the regular retention plan, anybody here get that?

[vadim321go]

Was this a new plan or did you re-negotiate?
renegotiate, so all the lady did was give me 50 extra minutes, free call display for 3 years and the phone

[bubble.tea]

anyone know if retentions people have a quota to meet?
interesting., question.
Not knowing officially, my starting guess would be their policy is to convert 100% of calls for cancelling lines, into continued customers.

If the client isn't going to cancel ADAMANTLY, I'd say all the other "I can give you this for free as a one-time loyalty special" are to the discretion of the rep.

[barrist]

Hey i searched 'couples' in this thread but didn't find much. I'm currently looking for the best way to get two phones (one for my gf) on a good cheap plan. Don't need alot of minutes.

Thanks in advance.

[YnD]

Dude, look at what they gave you for $19. I really hope they DONT give you any unlimited text because you dont deserve it. Quit penny pinching and pay for it.


$19 per month + SAF + 911 Fee

250 minutes
U/L Evenings 6PM / Weekends
Caller ID
Voicemail
Unlimited Rogers to Rogers
3 Months Unlimited Local Calling
100 CAD LD
3 Year Renewal

$79.99 SE W600

I was supposed to get Unlimited Text Messaging, but that didn't happen, and I'm having a difficult time trying to get it now because the rep that originally gave me the plan didn't note it on my account. All the reps I get right now say that Text Messaging is not offered.

[YnD]

Wow... I'd like to know how you did it! I've got a plan that ending in November so I called in early to see what I could get. Even with 4 lines for the last 5 years, they wouldn't budge from $200 for the W810i!! :evil:

He either:
A) Knows the retentions person who gave him the deal (possibly)
B) Harrassed a rep with yelling and threats to cancel (nagging)
C) Did some "under the table work" if you know what I mean

[ShaTR]

^^haha, he's so jeleous, i can see his red face thru my monitor


but i say go for it. push for more. push till you cant push anymore, then give another shove, and THEN accept it :twisted:


oh, btw, NEVER STOP PENNY PINCHING. Also, 6 bucks a month isn't penny pinching, its $72/yr. that would be dollar pinching ;)

cheapass 4 LIFE!! can i get an Amen?? :lol:

[YnD]

Hah why would I be jealous. No here one has the plan that I have . And No I didnt haggle any reps and abuse them since its a corporate plan.

Dude, working anywhere at minimum wage for 4-5 hrs a month pays your [$30-40] cell phone bill. If your unemployed or in debt then I can see why $5 is such a big deal.

Have fun complaining... People like you is what makes this world more expensive. I feel sorry for the people that eat with you and the waiters since you prolly dont tip.



^^haha, he's so jeleous, i can see his red face thru my monitor


but i say go for it. push for more. push till you cant push anymore, then give another shove, and THEN accept it :twisted:


oh, btw, NEVER STOP PENNY PINCHING. Also, 6 bucks a month isn't penny pinching, its $72/yr. that would be dollar pinching ;)

cheapass 4 LIFE!! can i get an Amen?? :lol:

[simms]

I read on HOFO that some ppl are getting the 125 Outgoing SMS's as part of the regular retention plan, anybody here get that?

It's not part of the regular retention plan, but yes, some people have it.

[gamer123]

I just called in saying I want to cancel my contract (1.5 years left), because I got a phone call from another wireless provider offering me a better deal (fake lol). Then I got trasfered to CR, and she offered me this plan:

250 daytime minutes
Unlimited E/W 8pm (its ok)
CID
for $17 + SAF + 911 - Bundle Discount + tax

Though it may not be the best deal out there, I am very happy already :D. Thanks RFD

[ShaTR]

Hah why would I be jealous. No here one has the plan that I have . And No I didnt haggle any reps and abuse them since its a corporate plan.

well, you seem very angry about someone else getting such a plan. but i was just joking about the jeleous thing. simma boi, simma.

Dude, working anywhere at minimum wage for 4-5 hrs a month pays your [$30-40] cell phone bill. If your unemployed or in debt then I can see why $5 is such a big deal.

And btw, i am a business owner, and although i may be quite wealthy now, i was not always so fortunate, and I know the value of a dollar.

Have fun complaining... People like you is what makes this world more expensive.

Who's talking about complaining. This is about negotiating. if they want to keep your business, they will have to determine what it will take to keep you, and provide it. If you happen to be better than them at negotiating, or misjudge how much it will take to retain you as a customer, so be it. thats business. If you get your stuff by complaing, so be it, but not everyone uses that approach. Frankly, complaing is a bit childish, and people tend to take you less seriously when you do it.

I feel sorry for the people that eat with you since you prolly dont tip.

What does this have to do with my tipping habits. and while we are making assumptions, judging from your level of maturity, unwarrented personal attacks, and narrowmindedness on the art of negotiation, you probably are a 16yr old who's never been laid.

[bubble.tea]

......If your unemployed .........Have fun complaining... People like you is what ........ I feel sorry for the people that eat with you and the waiters since you prolly dont tip.
I find it hard to believe a business owner and self-proclaimed 'wealthy' individual has such a hard time composing grammatically correct sentences, let alone use such high schoolish articles like 'prolly'. :rolleyes:

[YnD]

Angry? Hey whats a forum for? To discuss information and quote people and comment on things they've said that you agree/disagree with correct?

Nothing personal man you know I just believe that the CSR is a human being and the way your saying to PUSH PUSH PUSH just doesn't seem right. What's next? Asking to speak to the manager over a lousy feature. I used to work as one so maybe thats why I decided to quote you on that.

Negotiating is completely different and you obviously work out what's reasonable. I'm pretty sure if the CSR could theyd give everything for free yet they'd prolly get fired for doing so.
I hope you understand what I'm saying.

Well thanks for the sex tip yet since I dont you how can you judge. I can say the same to you and how are you going to back yourself up?

later.

well, you seem very angry about someone else getting such a plan. but i was just joking about the jeleous thing. simma boi, simma
And btw, i am a business owner, and although i may be quite wealthy now, i was not always so fortunate, and I know the value of a dollar.
Who's talking about complaining. This is about negotiating. if they want to keep your business, they will have to determine what it will take to keep you, and provide it. If you happen to be better than them at negotiating, or misjudge how much it will take to retain you as a customer, so be it. thats business. If you get your stuff by complaing, so be it, but not everyone uses that approach. Frankly, complaing is a bit childish, and people tend to take you less seriously when you do it.
What does this have to do with my tipping habits. and while we are making assumptions, judging from your level of maturity, unwarrented personal attacks, and narrowmindedness on the art of negotiation, you probably are a 16yr old who's never been laid.

[YnD]

I find it hard to believe a business owner and self-proclaimed 'wealthy' individual has such a hard time composing grammatically correct sentences, let alone use such high schoolish articles like 'prolly'. :rolleyes:

Hey we're using a forum here. So are you going to say the same thing for MSN Conversations as well. Every typo your going to point out? LOL or HAH is considered high school too right?
If you have the time to point out internet lingo then be my guest.

And at no point did I even say I'm a business owner or that I'm wealthy. I think you misunderstood, read the other persons message. I think your referring to the guy who said this

And btw, i am a business owner, and although i may be quite wealthy now, i was not always so fortunate, and I know the value of a dollar.

[st7860]

Hey we're using a forum here. So are you going to say the same thing for MSN Conversations as well. Every typo your going to point out? LOL or HAH is considered high school too right?
If you have the time to point out internet lingo then be my guest.


he's a grammar nazi

http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=grammar+nazi

noun (pl. -s)
1. A person who uses proper grammar at all times, esp. online in emails, chatrooms, instant messages and webboard posts; a proponent of grammatical correctness. Often one who spells correctly as well.

2. a – A person who believes proper grammar (and spelling) should be used by everyone whenever possible. b – One who attempts to persuade or force others to use proper grammar and spelling. c – One who uses proper grammar and spelling to subtly mock or deride those who do not; an exhibitor of grammatical superiority. d – One who advocates linguistic clarity; an opponent of 1337-speak. e – One who corrects others' grammar; the spelling police.

[ShaTR]

Well thanks for the sex tip yet since I dont you how can you judge. I can say the same to you and how are you going to back yourself up?

later.

well, how do you explain saying this to me

I feel sorry for the people that eat with you and the waiters since you prolly dont tip.

same analogy. you don't know me, so how would you know??? i was just proving a point man. don't say nuthing about me when you don't know me, or i'll do the same thing right back to you.

anyways, i don't care about the CxR's, nor do i car about rogers, or how much they are giving me. all i care about is my money, and if someones job becomes that much harder because im squeezing every ounce out of them, so be it. I DONT CARE. not my fault their job is crap. and quite frankly, i don't thing most people do.

hell, im sittin here flaming you, and i ain't even saving 5 bucks a month. maybe im just sick and enjoy bitchin at people. don't you??? certainly seems like it :twisted:

[YnD]

There we go. In the end its all fun and games :)
See what happens when your bored and its a holiday.
Well anyway time to go watch the Argos on Tv.



well, how do you explain saying this to me



same analogy. you don't know me, so how would you know??? i was just proving a point man. don't say nuthing about me when you don't know me, or i'll do the same thing right back to you.

anyways, i don't care about the CxR's, nor do i car about rogers, or how much they are giving me. all i care about is my money, and if someones job becomes that much harder because im squeezing every ounce out of them, so be it. I DONT CARE. not my fault their job is crap. and quite frankly, i don't thing most people do.

hell, im sittin here flaming you, and i ain't even saving 5 bucks a month. maybe im just sick and enjoy bitchin at people. don't you??? certainly seems like it :twisted:

[bubble.tea]

oh crap., I did mix you two together....ok sowwieee :lol:

so then ynd...you're still in hs?

[Whitewind]

anyone know if you can transfer the responsibility of a line to a new customer (no attachments with Rogers what-so-ever)

thanks

[st7860]

yes you can do that but the new customer must have a good credit history, or put down a $200 deposit

[kiasu]

The Customer Relation is only for wireless or other as well such as cable?

[bubble.tea]

The Customer Relation is only for wireless or other as well such as cable?
it is quickly becoming known that ALL services that have competitors have a redemption :D department.

[Free Willy]

I called to see if they would match the Bell corporate plan I'm eligible for. I wasn't all that impressed with what the CR had to offer me.

$20 + standard SAF + standard 911
250 weekday
unlimited evenings and weekends at 8pm
CID

With Bell, I could get:

$20 + $4.50 (SAF) + $0.25 (911)
250 weekday (per second billing)
unlimited weekends at 8pm
CID
VM
(cheaper and better!)

If Rogers doesn't give me a better deal, I really will switch to Bell. Ideally, I'd like to have free VM, unlimited incoming and 100 LD (R2R would be a nice bonus, but not necessary). Thoughts? Doable? =)

[jling6]

I was on the $20 retention plan with 200 minutes/8pm evenings/ultd weekends/CID. I called in and got it changed to the $25 plan with 250 minutes/6pm evenings/ultd weekends/CID/100 LD minutes without any renewal of contract. The CR I talked to said he could add 100 LD minutes to any plan for free...

Couldn't get a good price on the SE w810i though... they wanted $199 on a 3 yr renewal.

[Whitewind]

well tried adding a new line on my friends account so he could copy the retentions plan on that, but no deal...person said the line has to be 6 months old inorder to have retentions

[jazziman]

Can someone rate this plan?

250 anytime minutes
unlimited weekends/evenings at 6pm
caller id
rogers 2 rogers

$25 a month
no contract renewal

is this good or bad? I didnt ask for anything else, so maybe I could have gotten more?

also if I extend contact by 3 years I get w810i for $170

any thoughts?

[clamchowder]

Can someone rate this plan?

250 anytime minutes
unlimited weekends/evenings at 6pm
caller id
rogers 2 rogers

$25 a month
no contract renewal

is this good or bad? I didnt ask for anything else, so maybe I could have gotten more?

also if I extend contact by 3 years I get w810i for $170

any thoughts?

I got the same + 100LD but I had to renew for 3 years :)

[ngoducthang]

i called in and cancelled and they were like what's ur reason, i said another company is offering me a similar plan, but with more features, then he asked what features, so i said caller id and voicemail is part of all their plans, then he asked who i said virgin mobile. so he goes give me a sec while i set up for cancellation. i thought he was gonna ask someone but then he comes back and he's like ok so it's 30 days from now and it's a $200 charge. blah blah. wtf... now i have to call back and uncancel?

[Naavy]

I called them today and requested this deal, they denied to give me this plan. They are willing to cancel my phone and I have to pay 200 dollars.

Can anyone help me to get this plan?

[shad0w*]

Just called in and told them I am planning on cancelling since I am eligible for a Bell corporate plan, told them what Bell offered and they matched.

New Plan:
250 Daytime Minutes
Unlimited Evenings@8/Weekends
Caller ID
Voice Mail
$20

Let me know what you guys think.

[bubble.tea]

I called them today and requested this deal, they denied to give me this plan. They are willing to cancel my phone and I have to pay 200 dollars. ....

tsk tsk., ahh young whipper snapper., you are guilty of not reading post #1-for your answer lies therein.

As I reflect on this thread, and the constant surge of repeated subject matters.....I wonder., does anybody else who periodically peruses the posts in search of a new 'issue' think it's time to actively try to jazz things up?

We've all read the thread, we all know what's being given out, and what's not., we know the do's and what not to do's, and yet...I feel like there's MORE to redemptions lol.

bah...maybe holding my infant son on my chest as I type is making me too melancholic. :lol:

[jtcb]

Just called in and told them I am planning on cancelling since I am eligible for a Bell corporate plan, told them what Bell offered and they matched.

New Plan:
250 Daytime Minutes
Unlimited Evenings@8/Weekends
Caller ID
Voice Mail
$20

Let me know what you guys think.

Same as my plan except I don't have VM. Are you really eligible for a Bell corporate plan? Are you currently in a Roger's corporate plan? What takes one to be eligible for a corporate plan? Did the rep ask you any other detail? I always want VM but they never give for free. Maybe I can try using this to see if I can get it.. Did you threathen to cancel? What is your current plan? Is it expire soon? Did you call customer relation or retention?

[sc bird]

I think rogers is done giving deals out.
I have a good plan I just need a new phone so I called them no deals what so ever with them. Not sure if there is a better person to talk to there.

[Free Willy]

Just called in and told them I am planning on cancelling since I am eligible for a Bell corporate plan, told them what Bell offered and they matched.

New Plan:
250 Daytime Minutes
Unlimited Evenings@8/Weekends
Caller ID
Voice Mail
$20

Let me know what you guys think.

Did you have to renew your contract?

[Poulet]

Is there any way to upgrade your phone without getting into another contract with Rogers? I would like to get a flip phone! ?

[carabunny]

Is there any way to upgrade your phone without getting into another contract with Rogers? I would like to get a flip phone! ?
pay for it without doing a hardware upgrade or a contract.

its just expensive lol

[Poulet]

Yep, very expensive. :-0

[tomgyrll]

250 Daytime Minutes
Unlimited Evenings@8/Weekends
Caller ID
Voice Mail
$20

I think this is the same as the deal Bell offers CAA members. Add .75 911 fee plus 8.95 SAF (as of next month) which makes it 29.70 minus $5 if you can bundle = $24.70.

[chlorine]

has anyone had problems getting retention deals because they haven't paid their bills on time on a few occassions? I haven't called yet... but I have been lazy (yes, my fault) and didn't pay on time... probably paid once every two months.

do they care?

[Free Willy]

I guess that depends on how many occassions. I was late a few days once because I forgot, but the CR didn't mention it. I also think it depends on how your recent history has been.

[ShaTR]

Is there any way to upgrade your phone without getting into another contract with Rogers? I would like to get a flip phone! ?

BST. or just click the link below ;)

[Poulet]

BST. or just click the link below ;)

Thank you,

However, I am looking for a new phone.

[ShaTR]

Thank you,

However, I am looking for a new phone.

http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showthread.php?t=336749 :cool:

but in my opinion, who cares. sign the contract. it'll cost you 200 bucks to get out of it worst case senerio. but since youve saved yourself 200 on the phone, your basically risking nothing, except maybe paying full price for the phone should you ever cancel before the end of your contract.

in some cases, its actually profitable to sign a contract, cancel the next day, pay 200 and come out ahead with a small profit. nothing as of recent, but a couple years ago, i remember pricing it out. i guess they are too carefull now to slip up like that again. :lol:

also, i should mention, if you have a retention plan, i know you could get rid of it quite easily on this or other BST forums. i bet tonnes of guys looking at this thread right now would jump on the opertunity to buy one of our plans :D

[gilboman]

Thank you,

However, I am looking for a new phone.

BST has lots of new phones

[shad0w*]

Same as my plan except I don't have VM. Are you really eligible for a Bell corporate plan? Are you currently in a Roger's corporate plan? What takes one to be eligible for a corporate plan? Did the rep ask you any other detail? I always want VM but they never give for free. Maybe I can try using this to see if I can get it.. Did you threathen to cancel? What is your current plan? Is it expire soon? Did you call customer relation or retention?

No, I was not eligible for any Bell corporate plan. I just called and made up the plan actually. I called and said that I am planning on leaving rogers for bell because I just got hired by a new company and they are offering bell phones at that particular plan. Then he said hold on and asked if it's a 3-year contract and I said yes, so I agreed to resign. although it was my 6th month into contract so there wasnt much to lose. It was quick, less than 3 minutes the entire convo I was on hold longer then talking to him. the plan I had before was the cheapest plan rogers offered, $25 but I had 6 months unlimited local calling so it didnt matter. I called retention line, I think. whatever number was posted by a member.

[AKS]

I need a replacement cell phone. I am a Rogers customer who just renewed his contract in August. I had a Samsung X426 flip phone and was happy with it. So when I renewed my contract I did not buy a nice replacement phone (I got the cheap free Sony phone). Sure enough the Samsung cell phone broke.

What are my options? I noticed ebay has unlocked cell phones that will work on the Rogers network. Are there any risks with these cell phones or am I better off purhasing a new phone. If so, from where? Also, any recommendations on what type of phone I should buy.

I use the cell phone mostly evenings / weekend and will send less than 5 text messages/month.

I appreciate your help.

[JL2002]

I got:
250 daytime minutes
R2R/CID
100 Canada LD minutes
2500msg received
after 8pm/weekend unlimited
6mths unlimited local calling

for $20.... w810 was for $169+admin tho....but the plan is pretty good imo..! :)

[Snocow]

Called retention and got this deal


250/Unlimited Eve/Wkds Plan - $25.00
250 Weekday Minutes
25 Anytime Minutes

Additional Services
Network Features *
125 Sent/Unlim Received Text

Additional Charges**
911 Emergency Svc Access Fee - $0.50 - Monthly
System Access Fee - $6.95

Discount(s)
Value Pack 1 Month Credit
Call Display Credit
Digital Call Display Credit
Better Choice Bundles 15% Disc
33.3% Value Pack Add-on Disc.

My Current Wireless Essentials
$10 Communicate Value Pack


I am having trouble understanding the discounts. The bundles discount is clear. The value pack 1 month credit is clear - $10 for one month only. What is the call display credit...$5.00 per month ongoing??? What is the digital call display credit? Does the 33.3% value pack Add-on Disc mean that I also get one third of the value pack cost credited each month also??

Under Additional Services where it states 125 Sent/Unlim Received Text...does that mean he gave me an additional 125 sent text messages over and above the 125 included in the Communicate Value Pack?

I didn't need a new phone so I accepted the above...saves me over $20 per month. Only thing I notice is that it doesn't list the 100 LD minutes that he also gave me.

Thanks for your help!

EDIT: I called them back and they added the 100 Canadian LD as well as Rogers to Rogers Calling and Rogers to Rogers 3yr Bonus

[clamchowder]

Called retention and got this deal


250/Unlimited Eve/Wkds Plan - $25.00
250 Weekday Minutes
25 Anytime Minutes

Additional Services
Network Features *
125 Sent/Unlim Received Text

Additional Charges**
911 Emergency Svc Access Fee - $0.50 - Monthly
System Access Fee - $6.95

Discount(s)
Value Pack 1 Month Credit
Call Display Credit
Digital Call Display Credit
Better Choice Bundles 15% Disc
33.3% Value Pack Add-on Disc.

My Current Wireless Essentials
$10 Communicate Value Pack


I am having trouble understanding the discounts. The bundles discount is clear. The value pack 1 month credit is clear - $10 for one month only. What is the call display credit...$5.00 per month ongoing??? What is the digital call display credit? Does the 33.3% value pack Add-on Disc mean that I also get one third of the value pack cost credited each month also??

Under Additional Services where it states 125 Sent/Unlim Received Text...does that mean he gave me an additional 125 sent text messages over and above the 125 included in the Communicate Value Pack?

I didn't need a new phone so I accepted the above...saves me over $20 per month. Only thing I notice is that it doesn't list the 100 LD minutes that he also gave me.

Thanks for your help!

EDIT: I called them back and they added the 100 Canadian LD as well as Rogers to Rogers Calling and Rogers to Rogers 3yr Bonus

The Call Display/Digital Call display credit is on-going to give you a $5 dollar discount on your CID - I don't think they can give you a feature for free, but they will charge you for that feature and later give you a credit in return (=free)

I have a feeling that the Better Choice Bundles 15% Disc and the 33.3% Value Pack Add-on Disc. are discounts you get b/c maybe you have more than one service with Rogers? (TV, Cable, Wireless, Internet)

The 125 Sent/Unlim Received Text is your txt message portion of your Communicate pack, you will get 125 sent messages per month and unlimited incoming txt msg (standard for all Rogers customer).

I hope I have shed some light on your bill, and maybe I am wrong on some things but someone could correct me.

Also, considering I just recently got a retentions plan, I think the one you got is not that great. I got the following, which may not be great either but it is certainly more than yours.

$25 per month

250 Daytime minutes
U/L E/W @ 6pm
CID
100 CND LD
R2R

Just FYI.

[kenut]

"33.3% value pack Add-on Disc"

Comes with value packs such as the communicate pack but is not applied to the value pack itself. It's so if you get other features you will get 33% off it...For example if you added the "Who called" feature in addition to your existing communicate pack it will cost you $2.00 instead of the regular price of $3.00.

By the way the call display credit on the retention plans are usually good for the duration of your term...So if you agreed to a 3 year renewal on that plan then 3 years later you'll see your call display credit gone even though you're still on the plan...but your term has ended...I guess you can ask to renew again then.

[simms]

Also you'll never see $5 CID credit because you have a $10 Comm Pak.

[bigboy999]

just called and got:

200 Daytime Minutes
Eveings and Weekends after 8
Call Display
100 LD
Vocie Mail
$20 (1yr contract)

[hellov123]

same as above~haha

just called and got:

200 Daytime Minutes
Eveings and Weekends after 8
Call Display
100 LD
Vocie Mail
$20 (1yr contract)

[IceQue]

What does Rogers 2 Rogers mean?

If I call my girlfriend in BC before 6pm and I'm from Toronto and she has a rogers phone. Would that use my daytime minutes and my long distance minutes, or would it be covered under "rogers2rogers"?

[Beradon]

same as above~haha

just called and got:

200 Daytime Minutes
Eveings and Weekends after 8
Call Display
100 LD
Vocie Mail
$20 (1yr contract)

But add in the $6.95 license + $0.50 911 fees and you're hitting close to $30 with taxes.

Anyone got the above pkg for $15?

[sullione]

This is what I got the other day

250 Daytime / UL E&W at 6pm
Free R2R
Free CID
Free Voicemail

For 25$ month + SAF /911
And he also added a $5 monthly bill credit

Then I got a w810i for $159 with admin fee waived

[jtcb]

Thanks to shad0w* for the tip. Finally got what I always wanted for two years. But no six month unlimited calling.. she said that promo is over.

250 Daytime Minutes
Unlimited Evenings@8/Weekends
Caller ID
Voice Mail
R2R for a year
$20

@sullione, how did you get free R2R for term?

[ShaTR]

Anyone know, can i call back and get VM added to my retention plan???.

currently

$25
250 daytime
evenings/weekends @ 6
Rogers2Rogers
CID
100min Canadian LD min

[Pro]

For those who are getting the new Sony walkman phone for cheap (sub $200), how long have you been with Rogers Wireless and what phone did you have before and how old is it?

[sullione]

Thanks to shad0w* for the tip. Finally got what I always wanted for two years. But no six month unlimited calling.. she said that promo is over.

250 Daytime Minutes
Unlimited Evenings@8/Weekends
Caller ID
Voice Mail
R2R for a year
$20

@sullione, how did you get free R2R for term?

The agent told me i could get it on the 8pm plan which wasnt correct so they bumped me to the 6pm plan and gave me a credit to make up for the $5 price increase

[Pro]

Hmmm, just called in and I asked for the Rogers to Rogers deals to be added to my plan and the CSR said he could do so but I would have to get on a new 3 year contract and I could get the Sony w810i for $169 + 35 admin. Eeeesh, not feelin' that admin fee part but I do need a new phone. I'm about to throw this V3 off my balcony!

[bubble.tea]

There are TWO insane developments in the Retention world that are on the brink of release.

I'm curious when they'll finally be revealed.

Believe me....it'll be quite nice.

[5abSingh]

There are TWO insane developments in the Retention world that are on the brink of release.

I'm curious when they'll finally be revealed.

Believe me....it'll be quite nice.

how about a little preview for RFD :D

[seL]

For those who are getting the new Sony walkman phone for cheap (sub $200), how long have you been with Rogers Wireless and what phone did you have before and how old is it?

8 years here. The last phone I had was the S710a which I got about 10 months ago. I told them I needed something along the lines of the S710a, which was a higher end phone when it was available.

[Rockstead]

Do these retention plans work for someone that is already locked in to a 3 year contract with Rogers? or do they just tell me to F off because I'll be hit with the cancellation fee?

Secondly, if the above is possible, what can someone who is on a family plan (2 lines paying a total of $35) can expect to get?

[Pro]

There are TWO insane developments in the Retention world that are on the brink of release.

I'm curious when they'll finally be revealed.

Believe me....it'll be quite nice.

Are you trying to say I should wait before pulling the trigger??

[simms]

But add in the $6.95 license + $0.50 911 fees and you're hitting close to $30 with taxes.

Anyone got the above pkg for $15?

Mine is (was).

15/month
275 day
WN/WE 8pm
VM
CID
100 LD
125 SMS

I just changed it to 17/month and got EVM instead.

[Beradon]

Mine is (was).

15/month
275 day
WN/WE 8pm
VM
CID
100 LD
125 SMS

I just changed it to 17/month and got EVM instead.Except for the 8pm nights, I would say you got a very sweet deal. Did you threaten to cut their service for this pkg?
I'm with fido and if WNP ever does get in, I'm going to try and bargain for something similar.

[bubble.tea]

Mine is (was).
......
get over it mang., you no longer belong in here., so STOP posting. :lol:

[jtcb]

@simms, how did you get $15 with 275min, CID and VM?

Anyone, does having more minutes (say 275) better or R2R? They offered me either 275 (up from my current 250) or R2R. I chose R2R.

[Alvito]

Do you think if i call rogers i could get a good plan like these ones?

i'm looking for something like

250 day time
unlimited evenings and weekends starting @6
Caller ID
R2R
100LD

I'm not an existing customer. but i really was the w810 on a contract for cheap.

[Toronto Gamblers]

Do you think if i call rogers i could get a good plan like these ones?

i'm looking for something like

250 day time
unlimited evenings and weekends starting @6
Caller ID
R2R
100LD

I'm not an existing customer. but i really was the w810 on a contract for cheap.

You won't get this deal unless you're already a customer.

[bubble.tea]

.... They offered me either 275 (up from my current 250) or R2R. I chose R2R.
do you really need to ask this?

25mins., vers UNLIMITD LOCAL R2R minutes....c'mon mang...wake up :D in my humble opinion., mobile2mobile minutes are the MOST AMAZING thing any provider marketing analyst could've suggested. It's the greatest marketing ploy ever. Encourage ALL your friends to get Rogers cellphone so YOU get to speak to them for free...then unless you go out of your way to help them get the m2m's THEY get hit with daytime overages, and Rogers wins out DOUBLY :lol:

[ramaslamma]

omg this thread is taking so much bandwidth. Hhahah people go for a e62 and sell it Here I am desperately looking for one :twisted: :twisted: :twisted:

[jtcb]

do you really need to ask this?

25mins., vers UNLIMITD LOCAL R2R minutes....c'mon mang...wake up :D in my humble opinion., mobile2mobile minutes are the MOST AMAZING thing any provider marketing analyst could've suggested. It's the greatest marketing ploy ever. Encourage ALL your friends to get Rogers cellphone so YOU get to speak to them for free...then unless you go out of your way to help them get the m2m's THEY get hit with daytime overages, and Rogers wins out DOUBLY :lol:
Good I made the right choice..

I can't stop laughing whenever I see your avator...bubble.tea head :lol: :lol: :lol:

[bubble.tea]

...I can't stop laughing whenever I see your avator

That's my son-he does crack my wife and I up CONSTANTLY. God Bless his vitality and sense of investigation.

[carabunny]

a little help.

I need two new lines, two phones, and all i need from both are just call forwarding...

so i don't care what phone it is, nor do i really care how many minutes, features are in the plan... i just need them as cheap as possible...

any help, suggestions? directions? thanks :D

[HowEver]

That's my son-he does crack my wife and I up CONSTANTLY. God Bless his vitality and sense of investigation.

Crack baby?

a little help.

I need two new lines, two phones, and all i need from both are just call forwarding...

so i don't care what phone it is, nor do i really care how many minutes, features are in the plan... i just need them as cheap as possible...

any help, suggestions? directions? thanks :D

Get the retention plans and choose low-cost phones for the upgrade offered. You aren't going to find anything cheaper. Let them load up the features, and then if you change your mind about using the lines for forwarding only, you've got a bunch of features and useable phones/plans. In the interim, you'll have $20+SAF+911 charges only, and the best insurance against actually needing phones down the road. You can always sell the plans if you don't need them anymore, as not everyone qualifies, and not everyone wants to try their luck with Customer Relations.

[cypher]

Just got this yesterday...

-Free Black Razr phone
-Free Bluetooth Headset
-250 minutes free daytime
-6pm-6am and weekends free
-Call Answer
-Call Display
-Call Waiting
-Call Forwarding
-First 4 months unlimited calling minutes
-First 3 months unlimited text/pictures messages
-First month fee waived ($25)
-Total = $25/month + taxes (SAF, 911, GST, PST)

I still might change the phone to the SE810. Also, I just realized I forgot about text messaging after the free 3 month trial. Any idea if I can easily swap some of these features (ie Call forwarding) for x free texts a month in the future?

[Haz]

a little help.

I need two new lines, two phones, and all i need from both are just call forwarding...

so i don't care what phone it is, nor do i really care how many minutes, features are in the plan... i just need them as cheap as possible...

any help, suggestions? directions? thanks :DThere's a $5 (+SAF & Taxes) plan with 40 minutes. I was offered it once when I called in to cancel my gf's phone (already completed her contract). It should have call forwarding as it's standard these days. Simms should know more about this one.

[BrgnHunter]

i'm on a corp plan right now.

i would like to get some txt messaging added and keep my msd code at the same time. is it possible? also, would i be able to get some extra bonus minutes (25 or 50 i believe).

thanks

[mrdevil]

There's a $5 (+SAF & Taxes) plan with 40 minutes. I was offered it once when I called in to cancel my gf's phone (already completed her contract). It should have call forwarding as it's standard these days. Simms should know more about this one.

it doesnt include call forwarding.

[ShaTR]

I still say the cheapest for light users is pay as you go.

$100 prepaid card doesn't expire for 1 yr, and min cost $0.25 for the first 5, then 0.15 for additional (per day).

so if you use less than 120min/month in total, your better off with a pay-as-you-go plan. or if you only use your phone for evenings/weekends, u can get the eveings/weekends paygo plan (39 cents daytime, 1 cent for evenings/weekends).

also, my uncle has a small 10 plan, and it does include standard network features (which includes call forwarding) which he uses to forward all calls to his city fido.

[eliteblaze]

250 Daytime Minutes
Eveings and Weekends after 9
Call Display
100 LD
Vocie Mail

For $20/month

I'd rather get after 6 and 200 minutes but oh well whatever

[majesus]

WOW, that's awesome. How long do you have to have the contract for?

Just got this yesterday...

-Free Black Razr phone
-Free Bluetooth Headset
-250 minutes free daytime
-6pm-6am and weekends free
-Call Answer
-Call Display
-Call Waiting
-Call Forwarding
-First 4 months unlimited calling minutes
-First 3 months unlimited text/pictures messages
-First month fee waived ($25)
-Total = $25/month + taxes (SAF, 911, GST, PST)

I still might change the phone to the SE810. Also, I just realized I forgot about text messaging after the free 3 month trial. Any idea if I can easily swap some of these features (ie Call forwarding) for x free texts a month in the future?

[Bahala]

I just got a new plan through an agent for Govt/Hospital/University employees:
200 daytime
Unlimited evening/weekend after 6
Enhanced Voicemail
Caller ID
Detailed Billing
Exact Pricing (= billing by the second?)
Corporate rate long distance (.10/min I think)
No activation fee
$23+6.95+.50+tax/month
I paid Roger's price for a new phone on 3-year contract.

If any govt/hospital/university employee wants this plan, PM me for the contact number of the agent.

[IceQue]

I got

- Free incoming
- Fee after 6pm weekdays/Weekends
- 250 weekday mins.
- Unlimited R2R
- 150 LD minutes (Can. only)
- 1000 R2R text msgs
- 125 regular txt msg's
- Caller ID, Voicemail
- 3 months unlimited calling

Got the D807 for $199.99 no $35 activation fee though
After everything its 42ish a month.

[Alvito]

There are TWO insane developments in the Retention world that are on the brink of release.

I'm curious when they'll finally be revealed.

Believe me....it'll be quite nice.

spill the beans please.

[aingaran]

I got

- Free incoming
- Fee after 6pm weekdays/Weekends
- 250 weekday mins.
- Unlimited R2R
- 150 LD minutes (Can. only)
- 1000 R2R text msgs
- 125 regular txt msg's
- Caller ID, Voicemail
- 3 months unlimited calling

Got the D807 for $199.99 no $35 activation fee though
After everything its 42ish a month.

What?? What?? That's an insane plane!!!

[bubble.tea]

I got

- Free incoming
- Fee after 6pm weekdays/Weekends
- 250 weekday mins.
- Unlimited R2R
- 150 LD minutes (Can. only)
- 1000 R2R text msgs
- 125 regular txt msg's
- Caller ID, Voicemail
- 3 months unlimited calling

Got the D807 for $199.99 no $35 activation fee though
After everything its 42ish a month.
ok., this is disgusting., please elaborate on if you did anything (incurred mad overages., provided a serious comparable offer OR...) to get it., or the rep basically THREW it at you.

[simms]

WOW, that's awesome. How long do you have to have the contract for?

ROFL are you serious? that's just the standard plan! He just listed everything to make it look larger.

(in response to http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3876259&postcount=6449, not the plan listed on this page..)

[aingaran]

Who do I have to sleep with to get that plan?!

[simms]

I got

- Free incoming
- Fee after 6pm weekdays/Weekends
- 250 weekday mins.
- Unlimited R2R
- 150 LD minutes (Can. only)
- 1000 R2R text msgs
- 125 regular txt msg's
- Caller ID, Voicemail
- 3 months unlimited calling

Got the D807 for $199.99 no $35 activation fee though
After everything its 42ish a month.

Let's break it down... assuming 42 includes 911 + SAF + tax, you're paying 30/month for all that.

Best 25/mth plan comes to
275 day
WN/WE 6pm
R2R (or UI)
maybe some R2R txt
CID and VM (but this is in your comm pack...)

Then looks like a $10 Comm pack (with $5 credit?)
- 125 regular txt msg's
- Caller ID, Voicemail

With some bonuses:
- 150 LD minutes (Can. only)
- 3 months unlimited calling

Definetely stellar and above average. Looks like not only a $5 cred, maybe a $10... could be a $30 with R2R + UI.

[ShaTR]

ROFL are you serious? that's just the standard plan! He just listed everything to make it look larger.

um, the standard one is $30 for

100 daytime
unlimited incoming
evenings weekends
CID

he also got
125 msg's
250 daytime
1000 r2r msg's
r2r calling
150 Canadian LD min
Voicemail

for 30 + SAF + 911 + tax.....


not so standard is it?????

[simms]

I just got a new plan through an agent for Govt/Hospital/University employees:
200 daytime
Unlimited evening/weekend after 6
Enhanced Voicemail
Caller ID
Detailed Billing
Exact Pricing (= billing by the second?)
Corporate rate long distance (.10/min I think)
No activation fee
$23+6.95+.50+tax/month
I paid Roger's price for a new phone on 3-year contract.

If any govt/hospital/university employee wants this plan, PM me for the contact number of the agent.

It's also a 24-month HUP, Tier A. The plan is also outdated, rarely offered. :)

[simms]

um, the standard one is $30 for

100 daytime
unlimited incoming
evenings weekends
CID

he also got
125 msg's
250 daytime
1000 r2r msg's
r2r calling
150 Canadian LD min
Voicemail

for 30 + SAF + 911 + tax.....


not so standard is it?????

You're reading the wrong message. That quote was in response to another post..

Use hybrid thread view, that reply was to the post on the previous page, http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3876259&postcount=6449)

Cmon Shatr, you and I have been here long enough to know a good plan when we see it. ;) I posted a breakdown of the "good" plan in another post..

edit: I also think the standard retention comes with 200-250 and CID and VM sometimes...unless.. you know.. I can't read the first page that says


250mins daytime +25bonus (gets automatically added if you have a certain company code)
evenings and week-ends from 6p.m.
Caller ID + Voicemail
100mins (Canadian Long Distance)
$20 (or $25 depending on Rep) + SystemAccess Fee + Taxes + whatever else you want.

[BoogieMan]

What?? What?? That's an insane plane!!!

$30 base price, not so great.

Just got this one today:

250 Weekday mins
Unlimited evenings @ 6
Unlimited Weekends
Unlimited Rogers to Rogers
100 Canadian LD
Free Caller ID
Free Voice Mail (1 yr.)
3 months unlimited local calling.
$25.00 / month + SAF + 0.50 = $37.00

EDIT: added 3 months bonus

[ShaTR]

maybe im missing something, but this dude got UNLIMITED INCOMING CALLS as well as other freebee's (txt msging plans) for 5 bucks more than your plan, and its not that hot.... so what would be hot then??????


@ simms - oh yeah, just noticed that guy was refferieng to a different plan where the guy listed network features. but this above guy thinks that teh guy who got UI, R2R, R2Rtxt, 250day, EEW, 150 Can LD, CID, VM, 125txt, etc is not getting a hot deal. oh my my my

[BoogieMan]

maybe im missing something, but this dude got UNLIMITED INCOMING CALLS as well as other freebee's (txt msging plans) for 5 bucks more than your plan, and its not that hot.... so what would be hot then??????

I was given that plan just 2 weeks ago on a new activation!

[aingaran]

I got

- Free incoming
- Fee after 6pm weekdays/Weekends
- 250 weekday mins.
- Unlimited R2R
- 150 LD minutes (Can. only)
- 1000 R2R text msgs
- 125 regular txt msg's
- Caller ID, Voicemail
- 3 months unlimited calling

250 anytime mins.
e/w @ 6, vm & cid
r2r AND... not OR unlim incoming???

not to mention the ld & txt msg.

This is not any standard plan... you'd have to sleep with Ted Rogers to get this plan. I'd like to get this plan $30 a month for all of this?!

[simms]

maybe im missing something, but this dude got UNLIMITED INCOMING CALLS as well as other freebee's (txt msging plans) for 5 bucks more than your plan, and its not that hot.... so what would be hot then??????

whooooooooooooaaa... chill ;) BoogieMan's plan isn't that great, IMO the other one is better.. but maybe BoogieMan doesn't need txt or whatever that justifies that $5 increase in cost.

Wheras to you and others, $5 is just a drop in the pond for what you use. :)

But I agree with you Shatr, the one above is definetly more valuable than others we've seen.

[aingaran]

I was given that plan just 2 weeks ago on a new activation!

By Who!? Where?!

[aingaran]

Oops.. My bad.. I thought Boogie man got IceQue's plan on a new act.. Then, I saw his plan..

[Alvito]

should i buy any crap plan with rogers and then do the retentions thing? i heard they are tighter with retentions now.

[ShaTR]

whooooooooooooaaa... chill ;) BoogieMan's plan isn't that great, IMO the other one is better.. but maybe BoogieMan doesn't need txt or whatever that justifies that $5 increase in cost.

Wheras to you and others, $5 is just a drop in the pond for what you use. :)

But I agree with you Shatr, the one above is definetly more valuable than others we've seen.

yeah, but unlimited incoming isn't included in his plan, nor is all the text. but if his plan is so good, i should be happy since i have the same one, so.... meh.

i personally don't need the UI, but for 5 bucks more for that plus all the text, its not bad. considering that the usual UI plan is only 100 daytime, CID, EEW, its certainly not that easy to get.

[simms]

yeah, but unlimited incoming isn't included in his plan, nor is all the text. but if his plan is so good, i should be happy since i have the same one, so.... meh.

i personally don't need the UI, but for 5 bucks more for that plus all the text, its not bad. considering that the usual UI plan is only 100 daytime, CID, EEW, its certainly not that easy to get.

Exactly. I'm a moderate user, I don't have R2R or UI (although if I did, 70% of my minutes would fall in those categories), so I would be paying $13 more for his plan with no difference. In the end it's all about what plan suits ya :)

But that was the best plan we've seen in a while...

[BoogieMan]

whooooooooooooaaa... chill ;) BoogieMan's plan isn't that great, IMO the other one is better.. but maybe BoogieMan doesn't need txt or whatever that justifies that $5 increase in cost.

Wheras to you and others, $5 is just a drop in the pond for what you use. :)

But I agree with you Shatr, the one above is definetly more valuable than others we've seen.
I would rather not pay for something i don't need. i.e Unlimited Incoming. I had $20 retention before without 6pm, R2R and VM. I really neeeded VM so I called again and got all that. My priority is paying the least and getting most. :o

[ShaTR]

Exactly. I'm a moderate user, I don't have R2R or UI (although if I did, 70% of my minutes would fall in those categories), so I would be paying $13 more for his plan with no difference. In the end it's all about what plan suits ya :)

But that was the best plan we've seen in a while...

yeah, thats all im sayin. i sure as heck don't need it either. i usually use about 130 daytime min on avg. evenings and weekends is a diff story, but its still well under 1000. anyhoo, enjoy your plans everyone!

[BoogieMan]

By Who!? Where?!

New activation via CxR by long time loyal customer.

I activated TWO new lines for basic $20/200 wd mins but when i checked my account online, I had a $30 plan with all these features but since first 3 months are free I wanted to pay the least amount so I called back and was able switch 2 new lines to my old $20 retention (without EEV@6, VM & R2R). When I called bac to get VM added i got offered the new $25 plan so i got that for other TWO new activations as well!

Got it now?

[bubble.tea]

You're reading the wrong message. That quote was in response to another post..

Use hybrid thread view, .............
ahhh, i finally understand WHAT point there is to that feature.

..........
agree (if you don't know which post I'm referring to., use hybrid mode :D

$30 base price, not so great.


dunno why I quoted this guy.

anyway., that plan I quoted yesterday is INSANE...it is in no way 'normal'.

ULINC on the 250 is $50/month EXCLUDING everything else. so how it ended up being 42 all in is shocking.

250 plan $25
250 plan WITH ulINC $50 ;)

as aforementioned must be student affiliated offer., hence the 1000R2R SMS., either that or some wack family boner....err bonus.

[cuto]

I got

- Free incoming
- Fee after 6pm weekdays/Weekends
- 250 weekday mins.
- Unlimited R2R
- 150 LD minutes (Can. only)
- 1000 R2R text msgs
- 125 regular txt msg's
- Caller ID, Voicemail
- 3 months unlimited calling

Got the D807 for $199.99 no $35 activation fee though
After everything its 42ish a month.wow my dream plan! lol... R2R, UI, and 150CDN LD. mmm i guess i will try calling tomorrow. :)

[IceQue]

Let's break it down... assuming 42 includes 911 + SAF + tax, you're paying 30/month for all that.

Best 25/mth plan comes to
275 day
WN/WE 6pm
R2R (or UI)
maybe some R2R txt
CID and VM (but this is in your comm pack...)

Then looks like a $10 Comm pack (with $5 credit?)
- 125 regular txt msg's
- Caller ID, Voicemail

With some bonuses:
- 150 LD minutes (Can. only)
- 3 months unlimited calling

Definetely stellar and above average. Looks like not only a $5 cred, maybe a $10... could be a $30 with R2R + UI.

Simms is right, I told them I wanted to cancel and because Telus was offering me the same thing but with 250 mins, etc. and he was like I can change that up for you no problem, but the price wasnt the same, so he give me a monthly credit of $10 and the R2R and the 1000txt and extra 50 LD mins I got because I said I was a York Univ student.(They ask for your student #) The R2R is useless though, I cant use it to call my GF in London, because it only works on local calling. he did say though, last year they did offer R2R anywhere in Canada.. Thats the only thing I wish I got.

[bubble.tea]

......... because Telus was offering me the same thing but with 250 mins, ......
are they really?

or is that a lie?

I'd almost think of leaving to Telus if they were offering that plan for $42 all-in...pinch me when my dream is over folks.

[SimpsonsFana]

I tried calling in today. Spoke for about 25 minutes to get everything straight.

200 daytime min
Unlimited evenings and weekends after 8 pm
Free R2R
Free Calling ID
$20 / month

which is certainly better than my student plan I had before... 50 daytime minutes wasn't enough... but I guess I'm satisfied.

Not sure if this was mentioned in the previous threads, although I'm sure it was, but I'll bring it up anyway. You can call in and ask about their "lost or stolen phone plan" and get phones at a reduced price depending on how many years you signed up for your contract. The name doesn't really apply, since you can get a new phone even if you didn't lose it.

[aingaran]

are they really?

or is that a lie?

I'd almost think of leaving to Telus if they were offering that plan for $42 all-in...pinch me when my dream is over folks.

My sentiments exactly...

[Firehawk]

I called Rogers 2 weeks ago to cancel my current family plan phone. They offered me a regular run of the mill $20 plan with 100 mins and nothing extra. So I went out and bought a Telus Pay and Talk starter kit as I don't use many mins at all. They called me today and asked me if I could be swayed with this...

$20 + System Access Fee
First 6 months Unlimited Incoming
200 Anytime mins after that
Unlimited weekends and weeknights starting at 6
Free Call ID
100 mins long distance

From what I've seen offered on their sites and on this thread, it looks like a pretty good deal to me, but I'm declining regardless since I'm going to try and scrooge my mins to 40/month with the $10 pay and talk with telus. They did however offer me the chance to transfer this plan to someone I know, so my question is, do you guys think it's enough of a deal that it'd be worth transferring to someone, and can they actually do that?

[jtcb]

I called Rogers 2 weeks ago to cancel my current family plan phone. They offered me a regular run of the mill $20 plan with 100 mins and nothing extra. So I went out and bought a Telus Pay and Talk starter kit as I don't use many mins at all. They called me today and asked me if I could be swayed with this...

$20 + System Access Fee
First 6 months Unlimited Incoming
200 Anytime mins after that
Unlimited weekends and weeknights starting at 6
Free Call ID
100 mins long distance

From what I've seen offered on their sites and on this thread, it looks like a pretty good deal to me, but I'm declining regardless since I'm going to try and scrooge my mins to 40/month with the $10 pay and talk with telus. They did however offer me the chance to transfer this plan to someone I know, so my question is, do you guys think it's enough of a deal that it'd be worth transferring to someone, and can they actually do that?
That's a good offer. CID and weeknight at 6 both worth $10 in total.

[IceQue]

are they really?

or is that a lie?

I'd almost think of leaving to Telus if they were offering that plan for $42 all-in...pinch me when my dream is over folks.

A lie of course.

[bubble.tea]

to simms,

ok well., I tried that bloody hyper/threaded options (which I might add I DID try LAST year when I first joined these vBulletin forums) and I was quickly reminded of why I despised it. VERY ANNOYING.

much prefer seeing EVERYTHING at once., not having to manually click on things to see them...bleh.

to ICEcoldliesinQUEbec :D, Um...what was the employee ID of the rep who indulged your 'story'? Sounds like SOMEONE needs to get a reprimand.

Were you incurring ANY overages to remotely justify/merit giving you quite possible THE BEST plan reported to date on RFD? (disgusting-simms-style-monthly-credits-notwithstanding)

[Binden]

I still say the cheapest for light users is pay as you go.

$100 prepaid card doesn't expire for 1 yr, and min cost $0.25 for the first 5, then 0.15 for additional (per day).

so if you use less than 120min/month in total, your better off with a pay-as-you-go plan. or if you only use your phone for evenings/weekends, u can get the eveings/weekends paygo plan (39 cents daytime, 1 cent for evenings/weekends).



where can you these $100 phone cards?

[net_essential]

where can you these $100 phone cards?
ANY 7-Eleven. I just bought one last week at 7-11 in Calgary.

[ShaTR]

where can you these $100 phone cards?

rogers video, or rogers wireless shops.

7-eleven has a pay as you go service too, but you must buy the phone to get the sim card. its 20c per min anytime, and the min also have a 1yr expiree on any value cards.

the good thing about 7-eleven's paygo is, since its a GSM provider using rogers networks, you can always upgrade your phone. unlike virgin or PC mobile, which use CDMA networks. i belive even locked GSM phones work on the 7-eleven paygo :)

enjoy!

[Alvito]

for 22 i got

200 mins
R2R
Unlimited evening and weekends @ 6
first three months free calls, texts... etc

not bad since i didnt have to call retentions! This is without retentions! haha. :cheesygri

[bubble.tea]

where can you these $100 phone cards?
WITH THE PROPER LEVEL OF CAUTION.,

you can find these cards for a discounted cost in the forums...just ensure the person is trustworthy AND (Ideally, you can verify funds before payment).

There is a seller in the cellphone forum selling for $85.

things to consider.

Expiry dates (as if you buy retail you'll have 1 yr from date of purchase)

[simms]

to simms,

ok well., I tried that bloody hyper/threaded options (which I might add I DID try LAST year when I first joined these vBulletin forums) and I was quickly reminded of why I despised it. VERY ANNOYING.

much prefer seeing EVERYTHING at once., not having to manually click on things to see them...bleh.

to ICEcoldliesinQUEbec :D, Um...what was the employee ID of the rep who indulged your 'story'? Sounds like SOMEONE needs to get a reprimand.

Were you incurring ANY overages to remotely justify/merit giving you quite possible THE BEST plan reported to date on RFD? (disgusting-simms-style-monthly-credits-notwithstanding)

ROFL, I know. I hate it too, and I don't use it. But obviously if I'm posting something that doesn't make sense at first, probably means I'm talking about another post entirely. ;)

There was another post about 20/mth with 6pm, that's decent, you should take that.

[bubble.tea]

.....There was another post about 20/mth with 6pm, that's decent, you should take that.

huh? what're you goin' on about? Didn't we ban you from this thread already? What're you still doin' in here :D

I'm bloody paying $42 all in., and DON'T have the 1000R2R txt's nor ULINC...I need to get some tutoRING seshinz to hook it up.

[simms]

huh? what're you goin' on about? Didn't we ban you from this thread already? What're you still doin' in here :D

I'm bloody paying $42 all in., and DON'T have the 1000R2R txt's nor ULINC...I need to get some tutoRING seshinz to hook it up.

Firehawk's post. I'm too lazy to quote something else when I'm in the middle of another message...

Ban? Why? :D I'm in here to see what the latest deals are.. cmon.. ;) What are you doing here too? haha.

No tutor sessions required. We all teach each other. ;)

[bubble.tea]

Firehawk's post. I'm too lazy to quote something else when I'm in the middle of another message...

I know, no multiquote is a ROYAL pita.

if you're lost...visit vBulletins latest release for improvements.

[QtBeBe_Angel]

I just got an hardware upgrade from retentions... signed another 3 yr contract and got an Sony Ericsson w300 white for 79 bux + tax.. admin waived.. :) and 3 months unlimited calling.. I guess its an ok price for that phone...

[bubble.tea]

I'm noticing that the past few people are only posting receiving unlimited local calling FOS., but what about chatNsend? are you just NOT mentioning that?

[simms]

I'm noticing that the past few people are only posting receiving unlimited local calling FOS., but what about chatNsend? are you just NOT mentioning that?

Either they forget to mention, or it's included in their plans... i wouldn't be too concerned that they aren't getting it. ;) You know RFDers.

[bubble.tea]

Either they forget to mention, or it's included in their plans... i wouldn't be too concerned that they aren't getting it. ;) You know RFDers.
well., thing is...usually -as you say "RFDers"., will say 'Unlimited everything'. It's when they specify "unlimited local calling" I wonder why they forgot to mention texting/and alladat.

[QtBeBe_Angel]

I'm noticing that the past few people are only posting receiving unlimited local calling FOS., but what about chatNsend? are you just NOT mentioning that?

Actually, i didn't get the 3 months of chat and send when i renewed.. they just gave me 3 months unlimited calling.. they said that they couldn't add it to my account b/c of tha plan i have is already a good deal.. anyways, i have tha 250 mins/unlimited @ 6pm/unlimited weekends/caller ID/ 100 mins CAD LD/1000 mins R2R for 25 bux a month... Do u guys think its possible to get chat and send w/ it or not? Btw, i got them to change my 10bux sms plan to unlimited..

[brunes]

I'm noticing that the past few people are only posting receiving unlimited local calling FOS., but what about chatNsend? are you just NOT mentioning that?
I am wondering the same thing about data.

Are there any decent data plans to be had *in this country* ? UNlimited calling plans are a dime a dozen. I want **data**. In the US I could get *real* unlimited data for just $25 / month. Here, I can't even get 4 MB for that! WTF?

[bubble.tea]

........... they said that they couldn't add it to my account .................
so....it's beginning.

[Firehawk]

There was another post about 20/mth with 6pm, that's decent, you should take that.

Ahhh I would, BUT I'm extremely cheap and I'm going to try and live on my 40mins per month for $10 with Telus's pay and talk. Albeit I paid $100 orignally for the kit but that comes with 300 mins, a phone, and a $50 HBC gc. I may kick myself though because this rogers deal sounds awesome.

[mktrash]

noob here.. I called in Aug 24 and got the 3 yr retention plan that many ppl were talking about.. i received my phone and it says there is a $35 admin fee with it. A lot of ppl had That fee waived; unfortunately i didnt know They would pull a fee like This on me so i didnt ask for it waived.Any thoughts of What to do next? I am confused of this fee, cuz i called in several times asking what my bill would look like, they never said a 35 admin fee!

[Pro]

noob here.. I called in Aug 24 and got the 3 yr retention plan that many ppl were talking about.. i received my phone and it says there is a $35 admin fee with it. A lot of ppl had That fee waived; unfortunately i didnt know They would pull a fee like This on me so i didnt ask for it waived.Any thoughts of What to do next? I am confused of this fee, cuz i called in several times asking what my bill would look like, they never said a 35 admin fee!

Check and see if you have been charged the $35 admin fee on your next bill. Call them up and let them know that the rep never stated their was an admin fee and you aren't going to pay it. They will credit your account for $35 quick-fast!

[M.D.]

I recently signed up on a 3 year contract on a corporate plan, but you guys are getting better than what I have.
How long should I wait until I call to obtain a better plan?

[hks]

Been with Rogers year approximately 1 yr; Total length of contract term is 3 years... Called retentions and now I'm on the following plan.

New retentions plan:

-200 mins daytime
-evenings starting @ 8pm / evenings free
-caller ID and all other network basics (call waiting, call forwarding, etc.)
-100 LD

+6.95 (SAF) +0.50 (911) + GST/PST = $14.19 per month for the rest of my contract/

I didn't have to resign or renew.
First post: Thx RFD!!

EDIT: FYI, I'm in the GTA.

[Alvito]

Been with Rogers year approximately 1 yr; Total length of contract term is 3 years... Called retentions and now I'm on the following plan.

New retentions plan:

-200 mins daytime
-evenings starting @ 8pm / evenings free
-caller ID and all other network basics (call waiting, call forwarding, etc.)
-100 LD

+6.95 (SAF) +0.50 (911) + GST/PST = $14.19 per month for the rest of my contract/

I didn't have to resign or renew.
First post: Thx RFD!!

what the ****........

[IceQue]

WOW thats AMAZING!

[5abSingh]

yea i think that $14 plan might be true, cause something's going on at rogers. i called them about something and was on hold for half an hour before i gave up. (extremely high call volume/

[eliteblaze]

can you change retention plans if you just changed to one last week?

[Mad.Whack]

Been with Rogers year approximately 1 yr; Total length of contract term is 3 years... Called retentions and now I'm on the following plan.

New retentions plan:

-200 mins daytime
-evenings starting @ 8pm / evenings free
-caller ID and all other network basics (call waiting, call forwarding, etc.)
-100 LD

+6.95 (SAF) +0.50 (911) + GST/PST = $14.19 per month for the rest of my contract/

I didn't have to resign or renew.
First post: Thx RFD!!

EDIT: FYI, I'm in the GTA.

So your plan cost 5$/month :eek:

Scan your statement (one you get it), I smell BS.

[bubble.tea]

So your plan cost 5$/month :eek:

Scan your statement (one you get it), I smell BS.
why?

It's a silly $10 or $15/month credit...though doubtful why ANY rep would give that....I dont' think it's insane.

ICEQUE's plan is WAY more impressive, and he/she is yet to hit us up with a screenpic. I'm not doubting this silly plan.

There's no early eves, no VM, so it's perfectly doable.

of course, been registered for a month, and the first post is to 'show off'/'make a claim' doesn't help credibility either :D

[S.Chan]

I am wondering the same thing about data.

Are there any decent data plans to be had *in this country* ? UNlimited calling plans are a dime a dozen. I want **data**. In the US I could get *real* unlimited data for just $25 / month. Here, I can't even get 4 MB for that! WTF?

Well Fido used to have $50 Unlimited Data before Rogers bought them out. There are still many people with the Unlimited Data plan grandfathered on Fido. Many are also selling it. So you can still get your hands on it.

[st7860]

the $50 unlimited data or City fido are around $400 to $600 each on Craigslist and buysell.com

[qwertyuiop]

Not with Rogers, but with Fido, I called and got this plan yesterday.

No contract, $25.50/month + tax
-150 daytime
-1000 evening/weekends at 7pm
-unlimited F2F
-50 txt messages
-caller ID
-NO SAF

[sixer]

So Many people are not telling the Truth about the deals they got it isn't funny.
Makes this thread worse if you ask me! Not saying everyone, but we can tell.

[st7860]

So Many people are not telling the Truth about the deals they got it isn't funny.
Makes this thread worse if you ask me! Not saying everyone, but we can tell.

How would you know? do you work in DIG?

[Alvito]

for 22 i got

200 mins
R2R
Unlimited evening and weekends @ 6
first three months free calls, texts... etc

not bad since i didnt have to call retentions! This is without retentions! haha. :cheesygri

and i thought i got a good deal! :(

[ShaTR]

yeah, um, i call BS on the $5 plan. if im wrong, i appologize, but i don't see rogers giving up something like that, especially to someone who's been on rogers for 1yr. its not like they have to give you a $5 plan to keep you as a customer, so why would they. they would rather give free VM, txt, features than credit, so its more likely they would offer you that stuff first.

Unless

a) perosn is quitting tomorrow and figured he'd hook people up.
b) you got credits issued for certain items, and then cancelled your extra features and the credits got left on the account.

[power886]

does anyone know if rogers will price match telusmobility Palm Treo 650 for $99 on three yrs plan upgrade... :lol:

[gerald]

Just checked Telus site since I'm interested in a Treo as well:


Offer limited to new clients activating a combination of voice, e-mail & data plans totaling $45 or more. Offer ends October 1, 2006

[felix]

Just wondering why the Motorola V635i is more expensive than the V361 when the V361 is 262K TFT internal colour display vs. 65K on the V635i (262K is better no?).

What's the best price for an upgrade for either one?

[Zeev20]

Just wondering why the Motorola V635i is more expensive than the V361 when the V361 is 262K TFT internal colour display vs. 65K on the V635i (262K is better no?).

What's the best price for an upgrade for either one?

I think it has to do that th V635i comes with 512 megs of ram on the transflash card

[felix]

The V361 comes with 512MB transflash also ...


Motorola V361
http://www.shoprogers.com/store/wireless/products/phones/products_details.asp?shopperID=FKR3X387XX3D8LBP1BD BJ9ATXSV50NMC&PRODUCTID=V361R&summary=1

Motorola V635i
http://www.shoprogers.com/store/wireless/products/phones/products_details.asp?shopperID=FKR3X387XX3D8LBP1BD BJ9ATXSV50NMC&PRODUCTID=V635I&summary=1

[marcopolo85]

I just finished making the best phone call ever.
I called the customer relations department. I told the lady I was looking at this plan on the internet (btw im currently with fido)

-3 year contract
-250 daytime mins
-evenings and weekends start at 6pm
-free caller id and voicemail

She said that normally they dont give this plan to brand new customers but she said she will give it to me anyway.

She also included
-free phone and free shipping to my house Samsung C417
-sim card
-3 months unlimited local calling, text and picture messaging.
-No system activation fee
-1st month fee waived

I get a good deal for a brand new customer?

[bubble.tea]

............She said that normally they dont give this plan to brand new customers but she said she will give it to me anyway.
......

huh? when did this happen?

congRATS.

[felix]

I just finished making the best phone call ever.
I called the customer relations department. I told the lady I was looking at this plan on the internet (btw im currently with fido)

-3 year contract
-250 daytime mins
-evenings and weekends start at 6pm
-free caller id and voicemail

She said that normally they dont give this plan to brand new customers but she said she will give it to me anyway.

She also included
-free phone and free shipping to my house Samsung C417
-sim card
-3 months unlimited local calling, text and picture messaging.
-No system activation fee
-1st month fee waived

I get a good deal for a brand new customer?
What's the monthly fee?

[marcopolo85]

What's the monthly fee?


oops i forgot to include that. $25 bucks a month.

I just called today at around 7pm. Her name was Kayla. I was being really nice to her and making casual conversation. I guess my sweet talking really paid off.

[xcommander]

Just signed a 2 year contract on the MegaTime plan. Just wondering if your still in the initial 30 days, will retention give you a plan if you tell them you found out you could get a better plan elsewhere?

[Alvito]

oops i forgot to include that. $25 bucks a month.

I just called today at around 7pm. Her name was Kayla. I was being really nice to her and making casual conversation. I guess my sweet talking really paid off.

omg man i got a **** deal then, for 22 i got 200 minutes EandW @6, R2R, no caller id no voice mail.

[jay_bionic]

This is what I have:

250 day time minutes
weekdays free from 6 pm
weekends free
voice mail
caller id
r2r
1000 long distance minutes
system access fee waived

All for $30 + taxes

I am actually getting rid of my plan and number. Let me know if anyone wants this. There will be no extra charge besides taking over the contract.

[mrdevil]

system access fee waived


i thought they dont have the power to do that?
isnt it some government regulation.

[qwertyuiop]

i thought they dont have the power to do that?
isnt it some government regulation.

i got the SAF waived too, check my post on the previous page. i am now paying 25.50 +tax all in, with no contract!

[mrdevil]

wow nice
i am paying 31 taxes in
250 anytime
ul wk/wn @ 8
CID
1000 Can LD

[CJ TXB]

I just got a new phone upgrade from Rogers and realized that the thing my GIRLFRIEND signed says admin fee of $35! Which no one ever mentioned. Which I'll be fighting like no other if it's on my next bill.

The odd thing is that they never requested ID and my gf signed the account and it's my account (she's got a phone on it) but it's my credit, and I created it. Now with no ID, not my signature and literally any person could just provide my postal code and name and they'd allow any charges to be put through!

The bottom line is I'm going to say that 1) I wasn't even told about it, and 2) I was looking at the phone (away from the transaction) when she signed the papers, and they should have explained that charge to me and not her. I'm not paying it.


Also my plan is

250 anytime minutes
1000 R2R minutes
CID
Vmail
Evenings and Weekings - 6 pm.

All for $83 for two phones. Can I do better?

[AnimeFreak1013]

oh sweet thanks, some of the plans i seen are quite hihg, now i know wat to do to lower it. :twisted:

[IceQue]

This is what I have:

250 day time minutes
weekdays free from 6 pm
weekends free
voice mail
caller id
r2r
1000 long distance minutes
system access fee waived

All for $30 + taxes

I am actually getting rid of my plan and number. Let me know if anyone wants this. There will be no extra charge besides taking over the contract.

Thats a GOOD deal!

[bubble.tea]

wow nice
i am paying 31 taxes in
250 anytime
ul wk/wn @ 8
CID
1000 Can LD
This is disgusting. I am officially jealous at 654am :(

[brunes]

Well Fido used to have $50 Unlimited Data before Rogers bought them out. There are still many people with the Unlimited Data plan grandfathered on Fido. Many are also selling it. So you can still get your hands on it.
No Fido around here unfortunatly.

[Mad.Whack]

This is disgusting. I am officially jealous at 654am :(

Sarcasm?

I've posted my plan before but I'll do it again

250+25min
Unlimited WN/WE @ 6pm
Unlimited R2R
CID, VM, 100LD Min.
20$/month + fees/tax (Four 5$ credits on my plan)

I think once I hup I'll put the weekends back at 8pm so that I'm only paying 15$month :0

[5abSingh]

i want to cancel my $10 value pak cause its costing too much. if i call in to do this, will they just do it or try to give me a discount on it? (i'll have been w/rogers for 1 yr in oct.)

[Mad.Whack]

i want to cancel my $10 value pak cause its costing too much. if i call in to do this, will they just do it or try to give me a discount on it? (i'll have been w/rogers for 1 yr in oct.)

Highly doubtful

[simms]

So your plan cost 5$/month :eek:

Scan your statement (one you get it), I smell BS.

The $5 *should* exist. I was going for a $5 plan before I told everyone that quoted me to delete their posts. In any event I needed the VM just in case.

In any event, a scan's in order, but I can see how the credits would work. It's highly unlikely, but I was getting that too (and that plan actually) so... it should make sense.

[Mad.Whack]

The $5 *should* exist. I was going for a $5 plan before I told everyone that quoted me to delete their posts. In any event I needed the VM just in case.

In any event, a scan's in order, but I can see how the credits would work. It's highly unlikely, but I was getting that too (and that plan actually) so... it should make sense.

I know is possible but not probable.

For instance I get 20$ in credit. I could remove four 5$ features to bring down my plan to 0$. Surely this would get caught in the system... Likewise for a 5$ plan.

[simms]

I know is possible but not probable.

For instance I get 20$ in credit. I could remove four 5$ features to bring down my plan to 0$. Surely this would get caught in the system... Likewise for a 5$ plan.

YGPM. I don't want this info public..

[bubble.tea]

I know is possible but not probable.

For instance I get 20$ in credit. I could remove four 5$ features to bring down my plan to 0$. Surely this would get caught in the system... Likewise for a 5$ plan.
It is my opinion., that SUCH flagrant abuse, should merit you a ban of RFD.

we're a BARGAIN hunting community, not a scamming, and dishonest organization.

my $0.02.

[crimsondr]

i called retentions and asked them to open a new line with my current retentions plan. they said no can do :( they said i have to go through the regular channels and not retentions...

what should i do?

[Mad.Whack]

It is my opinion., that SUCH flagrant abuse, should merit you a ban of RFD.

we're a BARGAIN hunting community, not a scamming, and dishonest organization.

my $0.02.

Hypothetically speaking boss... Keep the change.

Let me play something for you
http://moblog.co.uk/blogs/2541/moblog_bfb2fc0fd2f37.jpg

Clearly you've been hanging out with Treatz and the rogers zealots too much...

Any CONSUMER in their right mind would applaud someone being able to get a rogers plan for 0$ a month.

[Dano76]

i called retentions and asked them to open a new line with my current retentions plan. they said no can do :( they said i have to go through the regular channels and not retentions...

what should i do?
I guess you could get on a regular plan without a contract, and then call them in a few months and you should be able to get something better through retentions.

[marcopolo85]

if u dont have a plan with rogers, pretty much the only thing u can do is hope u get a really nice csr. The CSR i got, her name was kayla. When kayla first asked for my 10 digit wireless phone number I said i dont have one and that my girlfriend actually gave me this number. I then went on telling her i was comparing phone plans between companies on www.cellphones.ca and said that i liked this one (This phone plan isnt actually on the site, i lied i just said it was):
$25/month
-250 daytime mins
-free weekend
-free evening after 6pm-8am
-free caller id and voicemail

She then mentioned to me that normally they only give this plan out to customers who have been with rogers for more the 6 months. She then said dont worry ill just set u up with this plan. She said she had to first create an account with some random plan, then switch the plan to the one i wanted. I also verified near the end of the phone convo twice of the plan i was getting. I had to make sure she was actually giving me this deal cuz i was kinda shitting my pants i was so excited.

What i think everyone should if u are a new customer is keep calling once or twice a day and tell the csr the exact same thing i did. And make sure u dont talk to the same CSR twice. Make sure u get their name clearly when they first state it at the beginning of the phone call.

[Mad.Whack]

if u dont have a plan with rogers, pretty much the only thing u can do is hope u get a really nice csr. The CSR i got, her name was kayla. When kayla first asked for my 10 digit wireless phone number I said i dont have one and that my girlfriend actually gave me this number. I then went on telling her i was comparing phone plans between companies on www.cellphones.ca and said that i liked this one (This phone plan isnt actually on the site, i lied i just said it was):
$25/month
-250 daytime mins
-free weekend
-free evening after 6pm-8am
-free caller id and voicemail

She then mentioned to me that normally they only give this plan out to customers who have been with rogers for more the 6 months. She then said dont worry ill just set u up with this plan. She said she had to first create an account with some random plan, then switch the plan to the one i wanted. I also verified near the end of the phone convo twice of the plan i was getting. I had to make sure she was actually giving me this deal cuz i was kinda shitting my pants i was so excited.

What i think everyone should if u are a new customer is keep calling once or twice a day and tell the csr the exact same thing i did. And make sure u dont talk to the same CSR twice. Make sure u get their name clearly when they first state it at the beginning of the phone call.

Well played, thats pretty much the advice I give to everyone, rogers customer or not.

[a_y3n]

does any of you guys bundle up your roger services? i was so close to cancelling account and they told me they'd give an extra 8% off my bill (initially 10%) - so now I have 18% .. but if you bundled up all 4 services - i think you can get 23 % off you bill...

[red_red]

if u dont have a plan with rogers, pretty much the only thing u can do is hope u get a really nice csr. The CSR i got, her name was kayla. When kayla first asked for my 10 digit wireless phone number I said i dont have one and that my girlfriend actually gave me this number. I then went on telling her i was comparing phone plans between companies on www.cellphones.ca and said that i liked this one (This phone plan isnt actually on the site, i lied i just said it was):
$25/month
-250 daytime mins
-free weekend
-free evening after 6pm-8am
-free caller id and voicemail

She then mentioned to me that normally they only give this plan out to customers who have been with rogers for more the 6 months. She then said dont worry ill just set u up with this plan. She said she had to first create an account with some random plan, then switch the plan to the one i wanted. I also verified near the end of the phone convo twice of the plan i was getting. I had to make sure she was actually giving me this deal cuz i was kinda shitting my pants i was so excited.

What i think everyone should if u are a new customer is keep calling once or twice a day and tell the csr the exact same thing i did. And make sure u dont talk to the same CSR twice. Make sure u get their name clearly when they first state it at the beginning of the phone call.

and how much is this plan you got ??

[Ch28]

if u dont have a plan with rogers, pretty much the only thing u can do is hope u get a really nice csr. The CSR i got, her name was kayla. When kayla first asked for my 10 digit wireless phone number I said i dont have one and that my girlfriend actually gave me this number. I then went on telling her i was comparing phone plans between companies on www.cellphones.ca and said that i liked this one (This phone plan isnt actually on the site, i lied i just said it was):
$25/month
-250 daytime mins
-free weekend
-free evening after 6pm-8am
-free caller id and voicemail

She then mentioned to me that normally they only give this plan out to customers who have been with rogers for more the 6 months. She then said dont worry ill just set u up with this plan. She said she had to first create an account with some random plan, then switch the plan to the one i wanted. I also verified near the end of the phone convo twice of the plan i was getting. I had to make sure she was actually giving me this deal cuz i was kinda shitting my pants i was so excited.

What i think everyone should if u are a new customer is keep calling once or twice a day and tell the csr the exact same thing i did. And make sure u dont talk to the same CSR twice. Make sure u get their name clearly when they first state it at the beginning of the phone call.

The bolded part will get you blacklisted. If you've read this thread...there have been many people who've been blacklisted because of that.

[marcopolo85]

The bolded part will get you blacklisted. If you've read this thread...there have been many people who've been blacklisted because of that.

oh well i figured that if u dont give them ur wireless phone number then they wouldnt be able to bring up ur account thus not being able to black list you.

Or do they have caller id? LOL

in that case dont call as often i guess?.... i dunno

and how much is this plan you got ??

I wrote it in my last post $25/month.

[Whitewind]

i guess the safest bet to get retentions for a new customer is just to get it from someone else....so lol anyone want to help me out?

[bubble.tea]

.....Any CONSUMER in their right mind would applaud someone being able to get a rogers plan for 0$ a month.
My apologies, I didn't realize you are one of those customers who buys a tv from Costco, three years later returns it claiming some bogus excuse, and ask for a full refund :rolleyes:.

There's a difference between getting a great Bargain., and abusing the system.

[BinaryJay]

Trying to not get ripped off shopping for wireless service is unacceptably difficult, time consuming, and confusing. Why there are so many different levels of service or so many different people, for so many different reasons, via so many different sketchy methods is almost too much to bear.

All of this stuff about having to do retentions, people having to bluff that they're going to leave their service to get a decent plan, the hoopla of contract terms and hardware discounts. How the hell did this industry get SO MESSED UP?

I am interested in becoming a rogers customer, switching from Telus, but all of this fear and loathing over the games involved in getting a good plan, with a good price on the hardware without tying myself to a tree for 3 years is totally turning me off.

[myapple]

Trying to not get ripped off shopping for wireless service is unacceptably difficult, time consuming, and confusing. Why there are so many different levels of service or so many different people, for so many different reasons, via so many different sketchy methods is almost too much to bear.

All of this stuff about having to do retentions, people having to bluff that they're going to leave their service to get a decent plan, the hoopla of contract terms and hardware discounts. How the hell did this industry get SO MESSED UP?

I am interested in becoming a rogers customer, switching from Telus, but all of this fear and loathing over the games involved in getting a good plan, with a good price on the hardware without tying myself to a tree for 3 years is totally turning me off.
Yes, it can be scary and confusing...but so is buying a car (or any other product or service in a competitive market).

Some people walk into a car dealership and pay MSRP (i.e. go with the rates/plans listed on rogers' site), but others that don't mind doing a bit of research and bargaining get rewarded with a few thousand off a car (or in this case, a better phone plan).

[Mad.Whack]

My apologies, I didn't realize you are one of those customers who buys a tv from Costco, three years later returns it claiming some bogus excuse, and ask for a full refund :rolleyes:.

There's a difference between getting a great Bargain., and abusing the system.

I'm not even a costco member, but I' really not in the mood to play ''my dad is bigger then yours''

Stop being hypocritical, this whole thread REAKS borderline abuse.

PM for further information.

[neocool]

I've just called Rogers thinking to switch from PayGO and the best deal they've offered was a regular internet deal. No discounts whatsoever.

Without a contract:
40/month:
350 day, unlimited after 9pm or +$7 gives you after 6pm and weekends.
no long distance minutes
didn't ask about caller ID

With a contract (1year):
25/month ($37 with taxes):
150 day, 1000 evenings after 9pm or +$7 after 6pm and weekends.
Free Rogers to Rogers
1st month unlimited

I can go for a contract instead of monthly payments. However, why not to offer me a better deal? I guess they haven't marked me as unhappy customer. I'll call back later again.

[simms]

http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3909690&postcount=84

Looks like a nice plan..

400 Mins
6 Pm Evenings and weekends
Unlimited Internet
Enhanced Message Centre
Call Display
+ All the other calling features

$20 + Sys Access + E911 + Tax

[jtcb]

http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3909690&postcount=84

Looks like a nice plan..

400 Mins
6 Pm Evenings and weekends
Unlimited Internet
Enhanced Message Centre
Call Display
+ All the other calling features

$20 + Sys Access + E911 + Tax
What are Unlimited Internet and Enhanced Message Centre? 400min for $20 a hot deal for sure. How can one get this?

[weedb0y]

I've just called Rogers thinking to switch from PayGO and the best deal they've offered was a regular internet deal. No discounts whatsoever.

Without a contract:
40/month:
350 day, unlimited after 9pm or +$7 gives you after 6pm and weekends.
no long distance minutes
didn't ask about caller ID

With a contract (1year):
25/month ($37 with taxes):
150 day, 1000 evenings after 9pm or +$7 after 6pm and weekends.
Free Rogers to Rogers
1st month unlimited



I can go for a contract instead of monthly payments. However, why not to offer me a better deal? I guess they haven't marked me as unhappy customer. I'll call back later again.
Problem is, you are a Payasgo customer which basically means that you have no tenure.

[RR88]

Well, after finally making it past the 6 month mark I just received exactly what I was looking for from retentions. It's basic but it's pretty much what i needed.

250
unltmd evenings and weekends from 8
Caller ID
100 LD

I know alot of people have better plans but im happy! I'm gonna try and get some txt in there next month though.

[ibear]

i called rogers today and what they can give me is that

for $20
250 weekday
eve/wknd 8pm
call id
100min LD

for $25
250 weekday
eve/wknd 6pm
call id
unlimited incoming
100min LD

Voicemail would be another $5. and they can get me the W810i for $169 no admin fee (2 years contract). they can't give anything for 1 year extension. does the deal sound good?

and note that, they will put a note on your account when you call to cancel. so I guess they will know if you call too many times.

[BinaryJay]

So is the preferred strategy to get basic rogers service without a contract for 6 months, and then try for a retention plan after that point?

Well, after finally making it past the 6 month mark I just received exactly what I was looking for from retentions. It's basic but it's pretty much what i needed.

250
unltmd evenings and weekends from 8
Caller ID
100 LD

I know alot of people have better plans but im happy! I'm gonna try and get some txt in there next month though.

[Mad.Whack]

i called rogers today and what they can give me is that
for $25
250 weekday
eve/wknd 6pm
call id
unlimited incoming
100min LD


Are you sure it includes unlimited incoming... thats a pretty amazing plan...

[bubble.tea]

for $25
250 weekday
eve/wknd 6pm
call id
unlimited incoming
100min LD
.........
okay THIS is disgusting....I believe when my friend called in about 4 months ago., the difference between the 100daytime and 250 daytime plans with unlimited incoming was $25 & $50....you getting the 250 for $25 is shocking.

[joker590]

I was offered this about five minutes ago:

200 minutes during the day-all mine
Unlimited evenings and weekends after 8
Free call display
100 minutes long distance
Voice mail for $5.00 (normal price)
$ 33.57, taxes, SAF, and Emergency included.

I would like to get evenings and weekends at 6 and voicemail with the other features for $25.00 per month plus SAF and taxes and such. Does anyone have any suggestions how I can go about that? Is it okay to attempt to bargain with Rogers? Should I mention that someone I know is getting a better plan? And also, should I try for the extra 50 minutes that I see other people getting?

I'm close to what I want and I don't want to screw it up, so any help is appreciated!

[Beradon]

I was offered this about five minutes ago:

200 minutes during the day-all mine
Unlimited evenings and weekends after 8
Free call display
100 minutes long distance
Voice mail for $5.00 (normal price)
$ 33.57, taxes, SAF, and Emergency included.

I would like to get evenings and weekends at 6 and voicemail with the other features for $25.00 per month plus SAF and taxes and such. Does anyone have any suggestions how I can go about that? Is it okay to attempt to bargain with Rogers? Should I mention that someone I know is getting a better plan? And also, should I try for the extra 50 minutes that I see other people getting?

I'm close to what I want and I don't want to screw it up, so any help is appreciated!
it depends. if you don't need all those LD minutes or daytime mins, reduced them and ask for what you want in return.

[joker590]

Unfortunately I do need the LD minutes and daytime minutes, but thanks for the suggestion! Any other thoughts?

[RR88]

So is the preferred strategy to get basic rogers service without a contract for 6 months, and then try for a retention plan after that point?Naw, I was on contract. I went on contract and then after my 6th month i called the retention number.

[tchai]

I was offered this about five minutes ago:

200 minutes during the day-all mine
Unlimited evenings and weekends after 8
Free call display
100 minutes long distance
Voice mail for $5.00 (normal price)
$ 33.57, taxes, SAF, and Emergency included.

I would like to get evenings and weekends at 6 and voicemail with the other features for $25.00 per month plus SAF and taxes and such. Does anyone have any suggestions how I can go about that? Is it okay to attempt to bargain with Rogers? Should I mention that someone I know is getting a better plan? And also, should I try for the extra 50 minutes that I see other people getting?

I'm close to what I want and I don't want to screw it up, so any help is appreciated!

In order to get the extra 50 Anytime minutes, you need to be on a Corporate plan and Employee Plan

Difference between Corporate and Employee Plan
-> Corporate plan allows customers to get a new phone every 12 months and have $100 credit towards the new phone. The new phone is also offered at a lower price compared to regular phone plans

-> Employee Plan: Same plan as the public offered plans but you get 50 Anytime minutes on top of it



Sometimes you can screw around with the CxR and say that the Employee Plan is the Corporate Plan and some newbite CxR would agree. Then you step in and get a new phone for the very low price or even FREE (after the $100 credit)

[ShaTR]

:rolleyes:

50 more min just requres a 3yr contract signing

[ShaTR]

Hey, since the student promotion thing is up, and they are offering campus calling on "select Rogers Wireless voice plans absolutely FREE", is it possible for students to get this on a retentions plan??

i certainly hope so. my bro goes to uni, so i was hoping to get some campus calling.

Anyone know if they want a student ID or something to get campus2campus calling???

[Vickel]

hey, my current plan is:
250 weekday minutes
unlimited evenings and weekends at 8
caller id
$20 + SAF + 911 + tax
i still have 2 years left on my contract , im wondering what the chances are to get R2R, VM and a few txt msgs added to my account. any help is appreciated.
Also I have 3 phones on the same account, will this give m a bit more leverage when trying to get the features added?

[typo]

signed up for 3yr contract!

& was offered:

250mins weekday
Unlimited Evening & Weekends - 6PM
Call Display
VoiceMail
100 LD Mins
W810i for 169 (no admin fee) :lol:

all for $25 ( including system access fee $6.95+911($0.50)+GST(1.57)

:)

[jtcb]

^ $15.98 is your plan?

[ItemFinder]

Anybody interested in trading a Sony Ericsson W810i for a Fido Nokia 6126?

[typo]

^ $15.98 is your plan?

hope so... monthly payment comes to $24.02

[bubble.tea]

hope so... monthly payment comes to $24.02
you sure that isn't a ......TYPO? :lol:

[M.D.]

you sure that isn't a ......TYPO? :lol:
hahaha, i was about to type that :!:

[embguy]

signed up for 3yr contract!

& was offered:

250mins weekday
Unlimited Evening & Weekends - 6PM
Call Display
VoiceMail
100 LD Mins
W810i for 169 (no admin fee) :lol:

all for $25 ( including system access fee $6.95+911($0.50)+GST(1.57)

:)What is your trick? I am having a hard time in getting unlimited evening at 6pm & weekend alone without the SAF and GST included. Currently, I have the same plan as yours except @8pm. I am paying $20+SAF+GST. This is typical for most of ppl getting.

Today, I phoned to add a new phone. The CSR offered the same plan that I have now to my new phone. 3 yrs contract, no activation fee, Razr V3i for $50. No bluetooth headset. The CSR say NO to my request on changing the 100 LD min to the txt msg. Any help will be appreciated.

[hackex]

What is your trick? I am having a hard time in getting unlimited evening at 6pm & weekend alone without the SAF and GST included. Currently, I have the same plan as yours except @8pm. I am paying $20+SAF+GST. This is typical for most of ppl getting.

Today, I phoned to add a new phone. The CSR offered the same plan that I have now to my new phone. 3 yrs contract, no activation fee, Razr V3i for $50. No bluetooth headset. The CSR say NO to my request on changing the 100 LD min to the txt msg. Any help will be appreciated.

just be consistent and try again some other day......just don't call in too often. not much you can do, depends on who is on the other end. if they say no tell em you want to think it over and try again...

[typo]

just be consistent and try again some other day......just don't call in too often. not much you can do, depends on who is on the other end. if they say no tell em you want to think it over and try again...

exactly! it all depends on your luck

[embguy]

just be consistent and try again some other day......just don't call in too often. not much you can do, depends on who is on the other end. if they say no tell em you want to think it over and try again...Should I accept the offer to activate the new phone now with the $20 for 250 min plan and phone later to ask for a better deal? If I have not accept the offer, I may have a better chance to get a better offer. This is just my opinion. How likely that I will get the unlimited incoming or R2R with the $20 250 min plan?

[Mad.Whack]

Should I accept the offer to activate the new phone now with the $20 for 250 min plan and phone later to ask for a better deal? If I have not accept the offer, I may have a better chance to get a better offer. This is just my opinion. How likely that I will get the unlimited incoming or R2R with the $20 250 min plan?

You want to activate a new phone line to your current account? I would accept it then call back at another time for more goodies.

[boy80]

heres what I got.

3yr term

250min anytime
callerid
R2R
eve/weekend after 8pm

$15 plus taxes and access fees, 911 etc

SE w810i for $119 no admin fee.

[express.items]

heres what I got.

3yr term

250min anytime
callerid
R2R
eve/weekend after 8pm

$15 plus taxes and access fees, 911 etc

SE w810i for $119 no admin fee.

Is this a NEW activation? or are you adding a line or something?

[HowEver]

Is this a NEW activation? or are you adding a line or something?

I'm guessing Manitoba or east coast.

That plan doesn't happen in Ontario or Quebec.

[typo]

SE w810i for $119 no admin fee.

wow! :-0

[bectang]

SE w810i for $119 no admin fee.

Is this from retentions? What is the trick here? Please explain.

[bectang]

heres what I got.

3yr term

250min anytime
callerid
R2R
eve/weekend after 8pm

$15 plus taxes and access fees, 911 etc

SE w810i for $119 no admin fee.

I cancelled my R2R to lower it $10 + SAF+ taxes and all
and my eve/weekend from 6

[bectang]

What are the unlimited incoming plans here?

How does it compare to the 250min plans most of us have here?

[gsxr750]

:cheesygri

Called on Friday and got:

Base $25.00 +SAF+911+Tax Getting credits for LD,CID,R2R,VM

250 min peak
E/W at 6PM
1000 Canada LD
Enhanced VM
Caller ID
R2R
3 YR

[xxplicit]

Hi, does anybody know how long it takes before a phone number goes back into the system after it expires? My pay-as-you-go number expires on December 5, 2006, if I don't recharge it. I read somewhere that it goes back into the system after 30 days or something. So I would either call back on January 5th, 6th, or 7th and try to get that number back. Can anybody confirm how long it takes before the number goes back into the system and how much it costs to change mobile numbers? Thanks.

[bubble.tea]

........I read somewhere that it goes back into the system after 30 days or something. ........how long it takes before the number goes back into the system and how much it costs to change mobile numbers? Thanks.
I've heard 3 months...but that's for lines you've changed or cancelled. Maybe PAYGO lines get different tmt? thought doubtful.

Number changes online cost $10. With a Telephone rep $25, with a friend (inside source) $ZEROOOOOOOOOOOOOO. :D

[HowEver]

Having to change your number including your area code (moving to school perhaps?) may not cost you anything.

Similarly, moving BACK to your (current) area code, with a new number, may not cost anything.

Leave a suitable interval in between.

[bubble.tea]

ooops., yes crucial point.

When you change area codes, or local cities (as in same numbers, but actually LD to the first) it is free. Only fees incur if within the same city.

[Alvito]

I called today and she didnt offer me anything lol.

I'll try again in like 6 months.

[nerissasuen]

Called on todayand got:

Base $25.00 +SAF+911+Tax Getting credits for CID,R2R,
200 min peak
E/W at 6PM
Caller ID
R2R
2 YR :)

[Dano76]

I called today and she didnt offer me anything lol.

I'll try again in like 6 months.
Ditto. Must have got the same rep! :lol:

[jtcb]

Number changes online cost $10. With a Telephone rep $25, with a friend (inside source) $ZEROOOOOOOOOOOOOO. :D

Can anyone hook me up for a number change for free? Vancouver here..

[kalvinng]

I got:

Base $20.00 +SAF+911+Tax

250 min peak + 25 min anytime
E/W at 8PM
100 Canada LD
Caller ID

3 YR

Sony Ericson W810i for $169 no admin fee no shipping charge

:lol: :lol:

[jayk]

HELP:

We have 2 plans originally at $23 for
200 minutes
free after 6 weekdays and weekends
Voicemail
Call display

I upgraded one of our phones for $20 to (already 5 years with Rogers)
250 minutes
free after 6 weekdays and weekends
Voicemail
Free R2R
NO CALL display cuz it isn't being used.

But after renewing to 3 years, the CSR was unwilling to budge on the $199 Sony phone renewal deal that all you guys have been getting ($169 phone). I explained that my friend got this deal and the CSR said, well we don't know the situation of your friend. So I said I'll decide on that.

I'm hoping the next CSR will be willing to change that to $169, cuz I still haven't touched my plan yet. The CSR said that they'd record it so that the next person will know the discount of $199 (crap!)

What should I do? I still have a year left with my own plan and am wondering how on earth I'll be able to get $199. Basically I got nothing out of this phone call, except that the $5 voicemail wasn't being used so that it was reduced by $3 (cuz I'm already getting some "special" - just some corporate employee plan).

Oh yeah, do I need to make sure there's no administrative fee that they don't tell me about?

You could tell though that on the other line, the CSR wasn't really enthusiastic on first answering, and sometimes she'd say "mmm-hmmm" kinda in a half-assed way.

Thanks guys!!!

[bubble.tea]

........sometimes she'd say "mmm-hmmm" kinda in a half-assed way........


can you say 'mmm-hmmm' in a professional way? :lol:

I say you should call in and have her FIRED! :rolleyes:.

[st7860]

Rogers wouldn't fire a CSR for being lightly impolite to just ONE customer.

[bubble.tea]

...what trolls tend to say...

hence the smilie.

[boy80]

Is this a NEW activation? or are you adding a line or something?

No not new, been with them for 4yrs now, this is a retention plan. i didnt want a 3yr, but they say they cannot give out the w810i unless its a 3yr contract....prolley coulda swung a razor/bluetooth combo free but i wanted the v3i and they wouldnt do that....

overal im ok with the plan. Wanted to pay $99 for the w810i but they wouldnt budge

this is in BC

[jayk]

hey guys

please advise on post 6604 on how to get the phone for $169...I can't believe I was quoted a regular price upgrade at $199 and they won't budge!!!

CSR said that the $199 is already a special deal and that it's supposed to have gone up already. I think I was getting BS'd.

She wouldn't even budge when I told her Telus gave my sibling a better deal WITHOUT corporate crap plans.

The CSR said well, you're getting a special deal already, and you should be happy with that. I didn't want to cancel on her, or else she might have blacklisted me. Plus, I have another cellphone deal to bargain with. And said that they couldn't do this for all customers...

Pissed me off even though I had to pretend to sound all nice while swearing in my mind at the same time.

Thanks

[mark_in_2k]

hey guys

please advise on post 6604 on how to get the phone for $169...I can't believe I was quoted a regular price upgrade at $199 and they won't budge!!!

CSR said that the $199 is already a special deal and that it's supposed to have gone up already. I think I was getting BS'd.I called up for my friend at work and managed to get the W810i for $154, no admin fee. He's only been with Rogers for 1 year and he signed up for another 3 yrs, and I also got him the $20 retentions plan too.

My suggestion would be to wait a week, and try again with another CSR. My technique was to mention that I was thinking of cancelling and switching to Telus (got offered a great deal to switch, but I hate non-GSM networks).

[alexe]

I called up for my friend at work and managed to get the W810i for $154, no admin fee. He's only been with Rogers for 1 year and he signed up for another 3 yrs, and I also got him the $20 retentions plan too.

My suggestion would be to wait a week, and try again with another CSR. My technique was to mention that I was thinking of cancelling and switching to Telus (got offered a great deal to switch, but I hate non-GSM networks).

Can somebody mention what kind of good deal Telus can offer to switch? Do they have any similar phone to w810?

[mark_in_2k]

Can somebody mention what kind of good deal Telus can offer to switch? Do they have any similar phone to w810?The company I work for has a corporate deal with Telus. The Rogers CSR didn't ask for my company name, but I told her the plan deets.

I was comparing the Nokia 6265i that Telus offers. They have it on for a good price right now, and it's a semi-comparable phone to the W810i.

[alexe]

I was comparing the Nokia 6265i that Telus offers. They have it on for a good price right now, and it's a semi-comparable phone to the W810i.

At what price can you get it Telus (at comrporate plan)?

Thx

[jayk]

I called up for my friend at work and managed to get the W810i for $154, no admin fee. He's only been with Rogers for 1 year and he signed up for another 3 yrs, and I also got him the $20 retentions plan too.

My suggestion would be to wait a week, and try again with another CSR. My technique was to mention that I was thinking of cancelling and switching to Telus (got offered a great deal to switch, but I hate non-GSM networks).

did your $20 retention plan include voicemail?

And does it differ between women and men?

My CSR woman sounded like she hated her job.

[embguy]

HELP:

We have 2 plans originally at $23 for
200 minutes
free after 6 weekdays and weekends
Voicemail
Call display

I upgraded one of our phones for $20 to (already 5 years with Rogers)
250 minutes
free after 6 weekdays and weekends
Voicemail
Free R2R
NO CALL display cuz it isn't being used.

But after renewing to 3 years, the CSR was unwilling to budge on the $199 Sony phone renewal deal that all you guys have been getting ($169 phone). I explained that my friend got this deal and the CSR said, well we don't know the situation of your friend. So I said I'll decide on that.

I'm hoping the next CSR will be willing to change that to $169, cuz I still haven't touched my plan yet. The CSR said that they'd record it so that the next person will know the discount of $199 (crap!)

Well, it all depends on luck. I called yesterday to add a new phone line to my wife account and paid $50 for the W810i with 3 years contract. The reason that I paid only $50 because my wife paid $50 for her Razr one year ago. The CSR matched my wife's one year old deal. Since the Razr V3i and W810i are $199 with 3 years contract, I was able to get $50 for the W810i. One year ago, she got a free bluetooth headset with the Razr. I was not able to get that this time.

Watch your local newspaper ad for any sales. One year ago, Razr was selling $99. I was able to get CSR to match a local ad for $50.

But the CSR will not give me R2R or unlimited incoming or evening after 6.

$20 + SAF + 911 + tax
250 anytime minutes
free after 8pm weekdays and weekends
CallerID
100 LD minutes on one phone and 150 text msg on the other phone.

Well, wait until next March and ask for more. Next March is the time that cellphone companies are forced to allow phone number portablity.

If your home phone is not with Rogers, you may want to consider it because Rogers offers 5% discount for the cellphone and home phone. Depending on where you are, you can add the Rogers cable and internet services to get 10% off for all services.

[cuto]

so i just called in 3min ago and asked the lovely lady if i can tack on unlimited incoming. she told me for an additional $10 i sure can. i told her i'll think about it. then i asked since i am a student, would i be able to add on R2R and she said certainly and did it right for me. w00t!

so in the end i'm still without unlimited incoming, boohoo! i'm jealous of those who have it along w/ R2R. darn, i forgot to ask for 100min CDN LD... i'll call back later...

updated features of my plan:
200min peak
UL WE/EV @ 6pm
*R2R up to 1000min/month* NEW
CID
VM
UL SMS in/out

all for $25 + saf + taxes

[dick456]

Do they ever check if you're a student? Say I graduated 3 years ago, could i give them my old student number to get a better deal?

[bubble.tea]

Do they ever check if you're a student? Say I graduated 3 years ago, could i give them my old student number to get a better deal?
that's why they have an 'auditing' department....though how often they audit the line is another issue.

[spdztr]

Do they ever check if you're a student? Say I graduated 3 years ago, could i give them my old student number to get a better deal?

I've been out of school for many years, and use my student number to get free R2R for about half a year now... no problems.

[siwo]

You all lucky peoples..

I got the corporate $20 + SAF + 911
200 Anytime
ULTD evening/weekend starting at 8pm
VM + CID
$6 for ultd evening starting at 6pm
PS-billing
Detailed-billing

meh.. i'm sorta happy.. eventually when march 07 comes around is when my contract is over. and happily thats when we can take our cell # and move to other carriers so i'm going to try to bug rogers to give me more 'n more stuff

but i'm ok for now

[BenK]

i cant wait till my contract is over..another half yr..but its pretty good..

$23/mon
200 weekday
unlimited wknds/wkngt from 6pm
voice mail
recieve 2500 text
call wait/forward

and a $100 rebate to upgrade my phone after 2 yrs, which i've used already.

[mark_in_2k]

i cant wait till my contract is over..another half yr..but its pretty good..

$23/mon
200 weekday
unlimited wknds/wkngt from 6pm
voice mail
recieve 2500 text
call wait/forward

and a $100 rebate to upgrade my phone after 2 yrs, which i've used already.You don't have to wait until your contract is over to get these deals. I called for my friend who still had another 2 yrs on his contract and got him a deal on a phone and a plan.

[BenK]

i forgot to mention it was a corporate plan. i've tried before..they just keep telling me we cant change ur plan because its a corporate plan. those b*st*rds.

[simms]

i forgot to mention it was a corporate plan. i've tried before..they just keep telling me we cant change ur plan because its a corporate plan. those b*st*rds.
Yes you can. I have a corp+retention hybrid, and my MSD code is still there.

Don't PM me, I don't know how to get it.. I just know that it's possible.

[Haz]

i forgot to mention it was a corporate plan. i've tried before..they just keep telling me we cant change ur plan because its a corporate plan. those b*st*rds.Really? I'm on a corporate plan and I can gonna try it when I do my HUP in November (stupid 24 month wait) while still having 1 year left on contract. Oh well, maybe I'll just extend it to get the K790a. :|

[jayk]

What price should I aim for to get a sony w810i if I'm simply renewing my phone and keeping the current plan with renewal?

Do I NEED to get 3 years instead of 2 years?

[mjdavila]

so i just called in 3min ago and asked the lovely lady if i can tack on unlimited incoming. she told me for an additional $10 i sure can. i told her i'll think about it. then i asked since i am a student, would i be able to add on R2R and she said certainly and did it right for me. w00t!

so in the end i'm still without unlimited incoming, boohoo! i'm jealous of those who have it along w/ R2R. darn, i forgot to ask for 100min CDN LD... i'll call back later...

updated features of my plan:
200min peak
UL WE/EV @ 6pm
*R2R up to 1000min/month* NEW
CID
VM
UL SMS in/out

all for $25 + saf + taxes


how did you get the R2Rs for free?

Were you on a retention plan already? and they just added it for free when you said you were a student?

Currently I'm on a retention plan and I called and said I was a student and the CSR offered me this 40$ Student plan.. when I asked if they could just add the R2R to my existing plan.. she said no...

any ideas?

[embguy]

What price should I aim for to get a sony w810i if I'm simply renewing my phone and keeping the current plan with renewal?

Do I NEED to get 3 years instead of 2 years?I have seen newspaper ad for $100 at non-rogers store. Find out what it is selling for at your area by non-rogers store and try to get Rogers to match it. But in my case, I ordered a new phone line and w810i a few days ago for $50, 3 year contract. My situation is different and was listed in my prevous message on this forum. Good luck.

[ShaTR]

YAY for me

just called in, got 125 free text msg's added to my acount for 3 numbers, and 30 for the others. works out in my favour still

Current plan 1 and 2
250 daytime
evenings weekends @ 6
100min canadian LD
Caller ID
Rogers 2 Rogers calling $5 credit
**and now 125 txt $5 credit**

So $26/line after credits

but your gonna say "well, it cost $6 for a 125 outgoing msg's plan"

true, but my other 3 phones look like this

Plan 3
250 daytime
evenings weekends @ 8
100min canadian LD
Caller ID
**and now 125 txt $5 credit**

So $21

Plan 3 adn 4
250 daytime
evenings weekends @ 8
100min canadian LD
Caller ID
**and now 30 txt $5 credit**

each plan is $18.

so 3 phones cost $1 more, and 2 phones cost $2 less. so i save a bucka and get lots of txt. YAY for me!!! :D

[bubble.tea]

YAY for me

just called in, got 125 free text msg's added to my acount for 3 numbers, and 30 for the others. works out in my favour still
.....

Geez....I think you're the ONLY person who's constantly been calling in and talkin' about it since I joined RFD :lol:

shameless!

[jayk]

I have seen newspaper ad for $100 at non-rogers store. Find out what it is selling for at your area by non-rogers store and try to get Rogers to match it. But in my case, I ordered a new phone line and w810i a few days ago for $50, 3 year contract. My situation is different and was listed in my prevous message on this forum. Good luck.

won't they say, well, we're already giving you a good offer?

btw what was your 3 year plan like?

[chimp69]

cool

[ShaTR]

Geez....I think you're the ONLY person who's constantly been calling in and talkin' about it since I joined RFD :lol:

shameless!


:lol: yooo knooooww!!!

nah, not like that. i kept calling in at first cuz they screwed something up with my rogers2rogers. but then left it alone. but now i just figured id try to get that rogers2rogers calilng and txt for students (campus calling). guy offered me this instead, so i was like, ok cool, i'll take it.

i kinda need txt msg'ing now, cuz a certain someone i met likes txting alot :D. would cost me too much if i didn't have a plan.

[BaconMunch]

So what's the deal, Rogers customers can get a decent plan, I want a plan that includes about 200 minutes evening and weekends voicemail, call display that doesn't cost $50 bucks a month. I want to be a Rogers customer, but even 2 stores in PMALL and Rogers won't cut me a good package.

I'm willing to sign up for 3 years but I guess there's no promotions, so it's not even worth it right now. :(

[embguy]

won't they say, well, we're already giving you a good offer?

btw what was your 3 year plan like?I am on a 3 years contract and the plan is not too hot, just good... http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showpost.php?p=3940921&postcount=6615
It all depends on the CSR. The first CSR did not want to give me 150 txt msg. But the second one allowed me the switch the 100 LD to 150 txt msg.

[mizermalice]

...cuz a certain someone i met likes txting alot :D. would cost me too much if i didn't have a plan.

certainly a man.

[ShaTR]

certainly a man.

wow, very creative. I applaud you good sir!

[weedb0y]

What is this unlimited SMS that people are talking about? Anyone care to elaborate? This would definately help me out, I dont even care about the 100LD that I already have on my retention plan.

However, I am thinking to wait a little more since in Jan-March period, Rogers WILL be offering some sick plans to keep people on board. But SMS is fine for me!

[mayhan]

Just renewed -
$35 - 100 daytime
- 1000 Early Evenings/Weekend (6pm)
- Unlimited incoming
- 1000 R2R
- 100 LD
- VM
- CID
- 125 sent txt

new w300i $29 (no admin fee) (the ol' t720 was getting pretty beat up and tempermental)

I don't really have the need to call during the day as I am in an office but it is really nice to be able to take calls and not worry about how long I'm talking. As well I don't have a land line so I do rack up the minutes on the unlimited incoming.

[ptxpress]

Just renewed -
$35 - 100 daytime
- 1000 Early Evenings/Weekend (6pm)
- Unlimited incoming
- 1000 R2R
- 100 LD
- VM
- CID
- 125 sent txt

new w300i $29 (no admin fee) (the ol' t720 was getting pretty beat up and tempermental)

I don't really have the need to call during the day as I am in an office but it is really nice to be able to take calls and not worry about how long I'm talking. As well I don't have a land line so I do rack up the minutes on the unlimited incoming.

Nice work.
I just got:
-250 daytime
-ul e/w 6pm
-CID/waiting
-VM
-R2R ($5 extra)

$30/mo. Seems like you got 100 less daytime, but u/l incoming for $5 more.

[Jay1987]

I just want to ask if there's any good plans between $25 ~ $35 that has unlimited evening/weekends from 6pm. I read ptxpress' plan and it sounds pretty good but there are some stuff that i dont' need from that plan so I was thinking if there's any other deals available. Thanks

[deim]

I just want to ask if there's any good plans between $25 ~ $35 that has unlimited evening/weekends from 6pm. I read ptxpress' plan and it sounds pretty good but there are some stuff that i dont' need from that plan so I was thinking if there's any other deals available. Thanks

I have this plan for $25:
- 250 min anytime
- unlimited evenings&weekends from 6pm
- free Rogers2Rogers
- voicemail
- call display/forward/waiting/conference

[Scrabble]

Anyone got a good deal on blackberry plans? cause I have the standard $25 retention plan but I recently got a second hand blackberry from my brother and thought if if I can use it with Rogers.

[weedb0y]

Anyone got a good deal on blackberry plans? cause I have the standard $25 retention plan but I recently got a second hand blackberry from my brother and thought if if I can use it with Rogers.

From my understanding, BB plans = business so they know they can afford anything. I am in the same boat. Using a BB 7100 with a retention plan!

[Jay1987]

I have this plan for $25:
- 250 min anytime
- unlimited evenings&weekends from 6pm
- free Rogers2Rogers
- voicemail
- call display/forward/waiting/conference


is that plan still available?

[deim]

is that plan still available?

It is not really a plan. This is the result of my calls to Retention department every half a year and getting from them something good every time :-)

[grilw]

I called retendtions last time , and got two things added to my already decent plan

$25
250 anytime
free R2R
1000 CDN long distance
E/W after 6
VM / CID

My next objective is to get like 125 text messages per month included in the plan , coz i txt ALOT .

Maybe ill call in 3 months , we shall c .

[c_loke]

so i called customer service today to ask about the retention plan. the lady on the other line told me she has no idea what that is so i didnt push it.

any advice for me when i call next time?

[Jay1987]

what exactly is a retention? because if you say you got some of those from retention i might look into that since the plan i have is:

$25
200 day time
unlimited evening/weekend after 6
call display

if i can get free rogers to rogers that would be great, only thing is i'm not sure how you pay for rogers to rogers since i've been thinking about that.

Also, i'm trying to find out of there is any good plans right now since my friend wants to join rogers but the plans that are on the rogers site isn't as good.

[fuc847]

for NEW customers (well, i am using paygo), whats the best way to get a good $20 plan if i want to do rogers..?

is it possible to just call in, and ask for a $20 plan that has:

150-200 mins anytime daytime
unl evening/wknds 6pm (or 8pm if not possible for $20)
free CID


OR has:
100-150 mins anytime daytime
unl incoming phone call
free CID

[tbagg]

Do you mean 1000 LD minutes or 1000 R2R mintues?

For some reason - I can't see 1000 LD minutes anywhere in canada for only $25/month.

In the canada one rate plan that costs like $85/month


I called retendtions last time , and got two things added to my already decent plan

$25
250 anytime
free R2R
1000 CDN long distance
E/W after 6
VM / CID

My next objective is to get like 125 text messages per month included in the plan , coz i txt ALOT .

Maybe ill call in 3 months , we shall c .

[GSC]

Can I do the same thing to Rogers that I have 3 yrs agreement?
My parents use Rogers which is more expensive than Fido...

btw, does it work to Fido?

[deim]

what exactly is a retention? because if you say you got some of those from retention i might look into that since the plan i have is:

$25
200 day time
unlimited evening/weekend after 6
call display

if i can get free rogers to rogers that would be great, only thing is i'm not sure how you pay for rogers to rogers since i've been thinking about that.

Also, i'm trying to find out of there is any good plans right now since my friend wants to join rogers but the plans that are on the rogers site isn't as good.

Well, it is quite simple. Though, you have to do your "homework". Search for some good plans or offers from other cell-companies, like Fido, Bell, Telus, and look for a similar plan, which either has something extra for the same money, or is the same, but cheaper. Write it down, and call Rogers retention department. Now, tell them (politely :-) ), that you found (or simple got an offer) a plan (now is the time to use your "homework"), but you are with rogers for a long time, loyal customer, blah-blah-blah, so, if rogers could match this plan, then it's good, otherwise you'll have to think about switching the company...

For Rogers (or any other company) it is much cheaper to give you something for free and keep you as a customer then just get one-time $200 as a cancellation fee, and lose you forever.

For example - if you want free Rogers2Rogers - here is a hint: right now Telus has a plan (as far as I remember - "Smart Talk 20"?), which is exactly like your plan, but with free Mobile2Mobile. Use it for negotiation with retention dep. Worked fine for me couple days ago even though I'm on 3 years contract, which just started half a year ago.

[GuiltySpark]

Here's a situation I'd love some RFD help on:
My wifes mother Got a cell plan about 1.5 years ago through Rogers,(my problem now) it was a $35/month for 3 years for 2 Phones.

The agreement as much as I can glean is this:
Between us calling
100Shared Wday/Wnight mins
100Shared " " Bonus
Free Weekend
Some (not certain) long distance mins.

Since it's a 2 cell plan it's 2x $36.48 per month right off the bat. The phones are V220 one of which already broke, the other has major issues. I called to ask about retention (didn't do very well) and was offered my choice of Moto v360(not i), Sony Ericsson 2520Ar or Nokia 6103 for $30 each (shipping), 100 long distance mins between phones(we need this as I work very far away) and 200 daytime minutes between phones. All I have to do is get an extension for 1 year :(

If I want to get out it's $400 for the contract, which is insane. So any advice for me? I am in dire need of a phone one way or another and am trying to think if it's better to dump this plan and get a pay as you go, or get an extension, get the phones and better plan and dump it later for the same price (is it if you get a 1 year extension?). I've had lots of trouble with the service as the calls are terrible, constant no service and just generally sucks.
ANY advice is appreciated, I'm a bit out of my league on this.

[embguy]

Here's a situation I'd love some RFD help on:
My wifes mother Got a cell plan about 1.5 years ago through Rogers,(my problem now) it was a $35/month for 3 years for 2 Phones.

The agreement as much as I can glean is this:
Between us calling
100Shared Wday/Wnight mins
100Shared " " Bonus
Free Weekend
Some (not certain) long distance mins.

Since it's a 2 cell plan it's 2x $36.48 per month right off the bat. The phones are V220 one of which already broke, the other has major issues. I called to ask about retention (didn't do very well) and was offered my choice of Moto v360(not i), Sony Ericsson 2520Ar or Nokia 6103 for $30 each (shipping), 100 long distance mins between phones(we need this as I work very far away) and 200 daytime minutes between phones. All I have to do is get an extension for 1 year :(

If I want to get out it's $400 for the contract, which is insane. So any advice for me? I am in dire need of a phone one way or another and am trying to think if it's better to dump this plan and get a pay as you go, or get an extension, get the phones and better plan and dump it later for the same price (is it if you get a 1 year extension?). I've had lots of trouble with the service as the calls are terrible, constant no service and just generally sucks.
ANY advice is appreciated, I'm a bit out of my league on this.Phone Rogers again. Different CSR will give you different offer. Since you are with Rogers 1.5 years, you are qualified for hardware upgrade. If you get the $20 250 min unlimited evening/weekend at 8pm with caller ID and 100 LD for each account. You will be paying around $60 ($20+SAF+911+tax times 2). But you need to sign 3 years contract. You get only 200 min if you sign 2 years. I think this is typical retention plan. Call Rogers to ask to speak with the CSR at the customer service department which handles the retention. You may not get anywhere if you ask for the retention department. Tell them you have two broken phones. 200 min is not enough for both of you etc. It is a give and take. If I understand you correctly, you are willing to extend the contract for 1 year on top of the 1.5 year remaining. I do not see any problem with getting the basic retention plan.

[Kwirky]

Here's a situation I'd love some RFD help on:
My wifes mother Got a cell plan about 1.5 years ago through Rogers,(my problem now) it was a $35/month for 3 years for 2 Phones.

The agreement as much as I can glean is this:
Between us calling
100Shared Wday/Wnight mins
100Shared " " Bonus
Free Weekend
Some (not certain) long distance mins.

Since it's a 2 cell plan it's 2x $36.48 per month right off the bat. The phones are V220 one of which already broke, the other has major issues. I called to ask about retention (didn't do very well) and was offered my choice of Moto v360(not i), Sony Ericsson 2520Ar or Nokia 6103 for $30 each (shipping), 100 long distance mins between phones(we need this as I work very far away) and 200 daytime minutes between phones. All I have to do is get an extension for 1 year :(

If I want to get out it's $400 for the contract, which is insane. So any advice for me? I am in dire need of a phone one way or another and am trying to think if it's better to dump this plan and get a pay as you go, or get an extension, get the phones and better plan and dump it later for the same price (is it if you get a 1 year extension?). I've had lots of trouble with the service as the calls are terrible, constant no service and just generally sucks.
ANY advice is appreciated, I'm a bit out of my league on this.

Sorry to hear about the bad service you're getting, and there's no way around the $200/line cancellation fee, and it's not insane as they probably discounted your new hardware by that much when you signed on. For insane cancellation fees, if you were with Telus and had 1.5 years left on two phones the cancellation fee would be $720!!! Anyhow, since you're stuck, may as well make the best of the situation, eh?

Firstly all Rogers couples/family plans have 500 minutes of pooled between-us long distance, 2,000 local minutes - you can call them to confirm/change this if you want to be certain (just *611 - you don't have to call retentions to have this done). Given that LD seems to be your biggest need, and you want to terminate the contract soonish, stick with the plan you've got.

Since you want to get out of the contract, don't get the phones retentions are offering you, instead buy a pay-as-you-go phone OR a phone off of eBay. This may look more expensive, but keep in mind that the phones Rogers are offering you will have a $35 admin fee (each) and a $50 MIR, so if you go for two of the $30 phones you'll see a $230 charge on your bill for the phones before the MIR kicks in two months later. For pay as you go phones, the cheapest I've seen is the Nokia 3220iM at $70 or less - just buy that and put your SIM card into it. Anything off of eBay that is unlocked GSM will work - again, just put your SIM into it and it'll start working. I have a definate bias here, but I'd say the problems you're having are because of those V220's, not because of Rogers - pick up a couple of Nokias and you'll likely find the service much better.

Good luck!

[Kwirky]

Do you mean 1000 LD minutes or 1000 R2R mintues?

For some reason - I can't see 1000 LD minutes anywhere in canada for only $25/month.

In the canada one rate plan that costs like $85/month

These are NOT advertised plans - these are retentions deals. For more info, please see the first post.

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for NEW customers (well, i am using paygo), whats the best way to get a good $20 plan if i want to do rogers..?

is it possible to just call in, and ask for a $20 plan that has:

150-200 mins anytime daytime
unl evening/wknds 6pm (or 8pm if not possible for $20)
free CID


Rogers doesn't offer retentions plans to PAYG customers - you're eligible for the same deals as any other new customer, which isn't much, and is unlikely to be anything near the plan you have in mind there.

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what exactly is a retention? because if you say you got some of those from retention i might look into that since the plan i have is:

Please read the first post for info on retentions.

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so i called customer service today to ask about the retention plan. the lady on the other line told me she has no idea what that is so i didnt push it.

any advice for me when i call next time?

My advice: do not ask for a retention plan because right there they know you're just trying to get a deal but have no intention of quitting. Suggesting they haven't already flagged your account, call again using the instructions provided in the first post - basically you've got to be nice, and have them convinced you're going to quit because another carrier is offering you a better deal, hopefully they'll try to retain you as a customer by offering you some nice deals.

[Snocow]

My Current Price Plan

250/Unlimited Eve/Wkds Plan - $25.00
-250 Weekday Minutes
-25 Anytime Minutes

Additional Services
-Network Features *
-125 Sent/Unlim Received Text

Additional Charges**
-911 Emergency Svc Access Fee - $0.50 - Monthly
-System Access Fee - $6.95 - Monthly

Discount(s)
-Value Pack 1 Month Credit
-Call Display Credit - $5.00 1 month
-Digital Call Display Credit - $5.00 per month for term
-Monthly Plan Credit - $10.00 per month for term
-Better Choice Bundles 15% Disc
-Rogers to Rogers 3yr Bonus - $5.00 per month for term
-33.3% Value Pack Add-on Disc.

My Current Wireless Essentials
-$10 Communicate Value Pack
-Rogers to Rogers Calling
-Canadian LD Anytime Option

My total cost is $25.00 + $6.95 + $0.50 Taxes are negated by 15% discount
$10 Value pack + Rog -Rog + 1000 Cdn LD are free

[bubble.tea]

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someones maxin the MQ :)

[ViperZ]

Can someone post the retention / customer relations phone for Rogers Cable if such exists?

Sorry for OT :(

[Symcor]

Around half years ago, there is another thread talking about corporate hub hardware upgrade in this forum. During the iscussion, someone mention you can call and upgrade every half year but someone also said every year.

Did someone here did any corporate hardware upgrade last couple weeks and able to share some newest info? Thanks...:razz:

[amalgam]

OK, just got off with Rogers and I hope I got a decent plan:

2 phones: Each phone at $31/month with tax, SAF, etc all included ($20/month before tax, etc.).

250 Daytime
Unlim Evenings/Week-end after 6pm
VM, CID
100 Canadian LD

Also got w810i for the $169.00 for first one and $99.99 for second.

3 years term.

[leoc722]

my friend called in last week for me and got me:

250 Daytime
Unlim Evenings/Week-end after 6pm
VM, CID
R2R

on a 3 yr contract @ $25 a month + all the additional fees. i was almost at the end of my contract (2 months left)

also got a motorola v360 thrown in for free, no admin fee.

[uria]

was anyone able to add Rogers to Rogers to their corporate plan?
Thanks....

[bubble.tea]

Can someone post the retention / customer relations phone for Rogers Cable if such exists?

Sorry for OT :(
how about try this suggestion. POST #1

EDIT: oops...sorry., lmao didn't notice.
OK, just got off with Rogers .......
NOT ONLY you, but anyone with a straight non-corp retention plan. Do you have Detailed billing?

I have a turbo-grafix corp/retention plan and the only good thing is detailed and Enhanced VM and 25mins....oh and the corp hups....hmmm oh-I guess it is better lmao...sowwie.
Rogers to Rogers +corporate plan?
"I do"...at least that's what wifey said when I wed her.. :)

[eliteblaze]

Has anyone got the plan on the front page for $20???

"250mins daytime +25bonus (gets automatically added if you have a certain company code)
evenings and week-ends from 6p.m.
Caller ID + Voicemail
100mins (Canadian Long Distance)
$20 (or $25 depending on Rep) + SystemAccess Fee + Taxes."


I think I could maybe get it for $25 if I asked. I ahve everything except early evenings but if I could get it for $20 I'd defintely ask

[HowEver]

I think you should take your advice. And ask.

It doesn't matter what anyone else has, just what you can ask for and receive.

Has anyone got the plan on the front page for $20???

"250mins daytime +25bonus (gets automatically added if you have a certain company code)
evenings and week-ends from 6p.m.
Caller ID + Voicemail
100mins (Canadian Long Distance)
$20 (or $25 depending on Rep) + SystemAccess Fee + Taxes."


I think I could maybe get it for $25 if I asked. I ahve everything except early evenings but if I could get it for $20 I'd defintely ask

[GateGuardian]

ok I just called into Rogers and it DOES NOT work with Pay as You Go..... I said i wanted to cancel my account..... and they just did it :S :S ......

[ShaTR]

ok I just called into Rogers and it DOES NOT work with Pay as You Go..... I said i wanted to cancel my account..... and they just did it :S :S ......

BAHAHAHAHAHAHAAHA, you called in to cancel your pay-as-you-go account :lol: thats classic. paygo users don't cancel, they just stop charging up their phone :lol:

well, i hope you didn't have any credit left on the phone. now go get the cheapest plan and get a few months free. then get a retentions deal ;)

[Homer88]

Around half years ago, there is another thread talking about corporate hub hardware upgrade in this forum. During the iscussion, someone mention you can call and upgrade every half year but someone also said every year.

Did someone here did any corporate hardware upgrade last couple weeks and able to share some newest info? Thanks...:razz:

I just called, its every 2 years...

[seshwan]

I just called, its every 2 years...

Well, I just got a free V360, and my last upgrade was 10 months ago. And yes, I'm on a corp plan.

[Haz]

Well, I just got a free V360, and my last upgrade was 10 months ago. And yes, I'm on a corp plan.I've been told many times that corp HUP is 24 months now (use to be 12 months). Mine's due this November, just in time for the K790a (hopefully).

[Homeo]

Around half years ago, there is another thread talking about corporate hub hardware upgrade in this forum. During the iscussion, someone mention you can call and upgrade every half year but someone also said every year.

Just got off the phone with Rogers rep he said you can only get HUP every 12 months if your plan is coporately reimbursed.. i.e. your company pays your phone bills. so even though I'm a Tier A corporate customer, i still have 24 month HUP.
on the bright side.. i got my HUP admin fee waived... getting a new phone in a few days.

-Hamed

[eliteblaze]

It does because reps tend to easily do retention plans that are standard/semi-standard vs making up a new package/soc codes for you.

Also I don't want to call too often, I just called last month to get the retention plan, since that'll "red flag" my account. What would yo uthink if a customer calls to cancel and agrees to a sign a better pp with a 3 year contract.. then calls back the next week again to cancel?

I think you should take your advice. And ask.

It doesn't matter what anyone else has, just what you can ask for and receive.

[afeld]

OK, just got off with Rogers and I hope I got a decent plan:

2 phones: Each phone at $31/month with tax, SAF, etc all included ($20/month before tax, etc.).

250 Daytime
Unlim Evenings/Week-end after 6pm
VM, CID
100 Canadian LD

Also got w810i for the $169.00 for first one and $99.99 for second.

3 years term.

I've just was on the phone with Retentions. This plan is available (3 years agreement) and is called MAX AIR (in case if anyone needs the name).

[kew]

i just called in for a friend to receive the 25$ deal, i called the 1-888 number, and i told them what i would like to have, and they didnt give me the plan, instead they told me it was going to b 37$+tax which would be 49$ tax included. which is the proper method. by the way, my friend is only 2 months into his 3 year contract.

[eliteblaze]

whats the strategy if you already signed a retentions agreement say a month ago to get the weekends to start earlier?

[nite4evr]

Hmmm I'm not sure if that's a hot plan.
I got

Unlimited Rogers 2 Rogers
Unlimited Incoming Calling (even from telus, bell, virgin, etc)
100 minutes daytime calling
1000 minutes evenings and week-ends from 6p.m.
100 minutes long distance
1000 free text messaging
Voicemail
Caller ID

All that for about $30

[Mad.Whack]

Hmmm I'm not sure if that's a hot plan.
I got

Unlimited Rogers 2 Rogers
Unlimited Incoming Calling (even from telus, bell, virgin, etc)
100 minutes daytime calling
1000 minutes evenings and week-ends from 6p.m.
100 minutes long distance
1000 free text messaging
Voicemail
Caller ID

All that for about $30

Good deal! Anything with unlimited incoming for <30$ is good.

Cheers

[Kirilenko47]

Hey guys, I just signed up for a new retention contract for 3 years yesterday. It's basically a 25$ plan with everything listed for the basic retention plan EXCEPT voice mail for 3 years. Under this new plan, they only gave it to me free for 1 year.

ANYWAY, I was able to get the SE W810i for 169$+tax. I received the package today with the phone and I just wanted to get a confirmation, the 1GB memory stick included in NOT the Sony brand one? I got a 1GB Sandisk one instead. Is this right?

Edit: Nevermind about this question.

[HowEver]

Try again in a few months. It's too soon. They have your friend signed up for 3 years, so there is little incentive to offer anything now.

i just called in for a friend to receive the 25$ deal, i called the 1-888 number, and i told them what i would like to have, and they didnt give me the plan, instead they told me it was going to b 37$+tax which would be 49$ tax included. which is the proper method. by the way, my friend is only 2 months into his 3 year contract.

[ibear]

just got off the phone with Rogers. well there is no Unlimited Incoming for $25(together with 250 day time) like I said last time. Unlimited Incoming is only offered with 100 day time minutes and 1000 night time minutes.

What I got for 3 year extension

250 day time minutes
unlimited eve and wknds starting 6pm
caller id
voice mail
unlimited rogers to rogers
w810i for $150 no admin fee

all on a $20 dollar plan

Thanks OP!!!

[Supershyguy]

i just called in for a friend to receive the 25$ deal, i called the 1-888 number, and i told them what i would like to have, and they didnt give me the plan, instead they told me it was going to b 37$+tax which would be 49$ tax included. which is the proper method. by the way, my friend is only 2 months into his 3 year contract.

lol good luck on that. you probably wont get anything better then the advertisted deal if you have another 34 months to go

[Dodger]

whats the strategy if you already signed a retentions agreement say a month ago to get the weekends to start earlier?

Stop going to work on Friday.

:)


If you want weeknights to start at 6, pay $5 more?

[ibear]

Not sure if this was mentioned in the previous threads, although I'm sure it was, but I'll bring it up anyway. You can call in and ask about their "lost or stolen phone plan" and get phones at a reduced price depending on how many years you signed up for your contract. The name doesn't really apply, since you can get a new phone even if you didn't lose it.

for the "lost or stolen phone" thing, I was told that it's not new phone, but refurbished ones (not neccessarily broken before, may be used for like 30 minutes...)

[ecgz88]

I just got a Bell CSR job, Bell has increased the SAF to $8.95.:mad: My manager said all cellular carriers will did the same thing.>:(

Just let you guys know,if you can wait till the 2007 March , the numbers can go with you when you change your carriers, so it will be a big price war at that time.:)

[mr_no_name]

i just called rogers twice and all they give me are like $45 plans. currently im on a family plan with 2 other people. but i go to school where in oshawa, so i need my long distance minutes. at the same time i would also need to change the other plans as well. im looking for like 200min weekdays, we,wn starting at 6, 100long d,. but nothing is under like $45. and i've been with them for like 4years. WTF

[ShaTR]

I just got a Bell CSR job, Bell has increased the SAF to $8.95.:mad: My manager said all cellular carriers will did the same thing.>:(

Just let you guys know,if you can wait till the 2007 March , the numbers can go with you when you change your carriers, so it will be a big price war at that time.:)

i hope that is not true. isn't there something in our "contracts" that prevents this. i figure if they are going to hold us to our contracts, we can hold them to theirs, no???

anyways, hopefully the prices will drop like crazy with the numer portability. a $9 SAF is no biggie if you can get lets say unlimited local calling for 30 bucks.

[Ch28]

Just let you guys know,if you can wait till the 2007 March , the numbers can go with you when you change your carriers, so it will be a big price war at that time.:)

That's the exact reason why I didn't re-sign another contract with them. Once number portability is implemented, there will be a huge price war between the companies. The only reason most of us are staying with our current providers is we don't want the hassle of getting a new number.

[kutie1205]

hey
does anyone know if the sony erricson w300i comes with the memory card? and is it 1GB?
thanks

edit: ignore... i found out already

[dealtaker]

hey
does anyone know if the sony erricson w300i comes with the memory card? and is it 1GB?
thanks

edit: ignore... i found out already

Well by all means keep it to yourself.

[Phat_cow]

Well by all means keep it to yourself.

Lol,

yes it comes with a memory card (512MB Memory Stick Duo (Pro?)) also a really good headset.

[raccoon]

Today I called Rogers, got this plan.

20 dollars plan
250day time, unlimited evening and weekend(from8pm)

Because I am in NewBrunswick ,they offer a special, if i sign a 3years term, i can get 10 bucks rebate for everymonths.

So my plan is 20-10=10+system fee and so on. Less than 20, lol.:)

Also because I signed 3 years term ,they offered me 1 year free caller id, 3 months unlimited calling, and 3 months texting, pic sending.

And I upgraded my cell phone, SE W810i, 169 bucks.( I talked a manager, and got a free shipping,usually it costs 35.

[coldpower27]

I called in today and got some changes to my poor plan that has worked well for me so far before but I just wanted to get some more for my money.

So new plan not the best, but better then before. 2 Phones Seperate.

200 Mins
$25 Base Per Month
Free Caller ID
Early Evenings @ 6pm to 7am
Std. Unlimited Weekends
$5 Rogers to Rogers
$5 Voicemail
SAF, 911 and Taxes Extra

200 Mins
$20 Base Per Month
Free Caller ID
Std Evenings @ 8pm to 7am
Std. Unlimited Weekends
SAF, 911 and Taxes Extra

Not the best but better then what I was on before 150 Mins Shared Between 2 Phones for $35 Base, no Evenings, Unlimted Weekends, Free Rogers to Rogers

I am wondering, if I agree to sign on to a "new" 3-year term, would I be able to get a free hardware upgrade for say the motorola V360 for both the plans. Right now I am just styaing on my existing term which is due in about 23 Months.

And a "new" 3-year term would replace my old term period entirely and reset my scale to 36 months instead of 36 + 23 correct?

[jtcb]

Anyone knows how to become a corporate customer? How can one get the $5 monthly plan credit, 500min for $20?? I want this plan..

http://www.futuresoftdist.ca/Images/rogers.jpg

[Alvito]

Anyone knows how to become a corporate customer? How can one get the $5 monthly plan credit, 500min for $20?? I want this plan..



corp plans are for employees of certain companys or the government.

[AirForceElite]

Anyone knows how to become a corporate customer? How can one get the $5 monthly plan credit, 500min for $20?? I want this plan..

http://www.futuresoftdist.ca/Images/rogers.jpg

SWEEEEEET MOTHER OF GOD!

[belfour]

only used 96 mins :-0 ??? What a waste :lol:

[Mad.Whack]

Alright everyone who has online access to their account login and take a snap shot of your discounts. You will notice that rogers has added the DATE that your monthly credits will expire.
http://aycu29.webshots.com/image/3508/2003323471816350310_rs.jpg
*Note I erased the removal day and month.

Now my question is why do my "monthly plan" credit as well as my "voice mail" credit not have a removal date. Does this means they aren't associated with a feature and are just general credits?
OR
Has rogers not added the expiring date to those credits.

I think there is a difference, just not sure what the difference is yet...:?:

[bubble.tea]

SWEEEEEET MOTHER OF GOD!
oh yeah baby.
only used 96 mins :-0 ??? What a waste :lol:

that's VM mins only my newbie friend :)

[jtcb]

I just notice the "To be removed on..." too. Is that mean I won't be getting credit after that day, and have to pay for the feature? What's up with Rogers?

* Call Display Credit - To be removed on 30/xx/2006
* Digital Call Display Credit - To be removed on 29/xx/2009
* Monthly Plan Credit - To be removed on 01/xx/2007
* Loyalty Voicemail Discount - To be removed on 29/xx/2007

[IceQue]

I just notice the "To be removed on..." too. Is that mean I won't be getting credit after that day, and have to pay for the feature? What's up with Rogers?

* Call Display Credit - To be removed on 30/xx/2006
* Digital Call Display Credit - To be removed on 29/xx/2009
* Monthly Plan Credit - To be removed on 01/xx/2007
* Loyalty Voicemail Discount - To be removed on 29/xx/2007

Mine dont have a expiry date like yours. ur voicemail and monthly credit expire on the same date, which means after ur date you'll be paying for voicemail

mine is:

My Current Price Plan
250/Unltd Early Eve/Wkds Plan - $40.00
250 Wkday / Unltd. Eve/Wkends
Unlimited Incoming Local Calls

Discount(s)
30% Discount - Enh. Services
Monthly Plan Credit
Monthly Plan Credit
Local Airtime Bonus - To be removed on 10/**/2006


- Anybody know what I can do to get 1000LD mins? thats the only thing I need to make my plan fully worth it, it sucks using calling cards all the time.

[bubble.tea]

M.....mine is:

My Current Price Plan
250/Unltd Early Eve/Wkds Plan - $40.00 ......
huh? that is a dirt cheap plan mang. so jealous :)

[ecgz88]

What means :"Enh. Services"?:)


Mine dont have a expiry date like yours. ur voicemail and monthly credit expire on the same date, which means after ur date you'll be paying for voicemail

mine is:

My Current Price Plan
250/Unltd Early Eve/Wkds Plan - $40.00
250 Wkday / Unltd. Eve/Wkends
Unlimited Incoming Local Calls

Discount(s)
30% Discount - Enh. Services
Monthly Plan Credit
Monthly Plan Credit
Local Airtime Bonus - To be removed on 10/**/2006


- Anybody know what I can do to get 1000LD mins? thats the only thing I need to make my plan fully worth it, it sucks using calling cards all the time.

[IceQue]

What means :"Enh. Services"?:)


Hmmm.. Im not sure. to tell you the truth.

[bubble.tea]

What means :"Enh. Services"?:)

it means he's 'special':D

[jtcb]

I called and asked about the "To be removed" thing. The rep says there is nothing to worry about. Features like VIM and CID are add-on features that are to be billed monthly and credited. The date will be updated every month. It just can't show the whole 3yr or whatever length is left in your contract.

[Mad.Whack]

I called and asked about the "To be removed" thing. The rep says there is nothing to worry about. Features like VIM and CID are add-on features that are to be billed monthly and credited. The date will be updated every month. It just can't show the whole 3yr or whatever length is left in your contract.

It did for me...

2009...

[WorldIRC]

Anyone knows how to become a corporate customer? How can one get the $5 monthly plan credit, 500min for $20?? I want this plan..

http://www.futuresoftdist.ca/Images/rogers.jpg


Looks photoshopped in certain places...especially the lines with the 500 plan in the line.

[Snocow]

My Current Price Plan
250/Unlimited Eve/Wkds Plan - $25.00
250 Weekday Minutes
25 Anytime Minutes


Additional Services
Network Features *
125 Sent/Unlim Received Text


Additional Charges**
911 Emergency Svc Access Fee - $0.50 - Monthly
System Access Fee - $6.95 - Monthly - What is this?

Discount(s)
Digital Call Display Credit - To be removed on xx/xx/2009 $5.00
Monthly Plan Credit - To be removed on xx/xx/2009 $10.00
Rogers to Rogers 3yr Bonus - To be removed on xx/xx/2009 $5.00
Better Choice Bundles 15% Disc
33.3% Value Pack Add-on Disc.


My Current Wireless Essentials
$10 Communicate Value Pack
Rogers to Rogers Calling
Canadian LD Anytime Option

[bubble.tea]

Looks photoshopped in certain places...especially the lines with the 500 plan in the line.

I'd be curious to learn how you can tell that. I looked at it., zoomed in on it., and it looks pretty uniform throughout...of course I'm not trained in forensic investigative or fraudulent discoveries per se :(.

Not to mention that the person has no reason to go through ALL that hassle of doctoring up this screenpic...jeez...c'mon now. Not everyone is as devious as you WIRC smirk.

[VaderX]

I signed up for a 3 yr contract on a corp plan. On the site, it says I have exact pricing... what's that?

Oh and I see ppl managed to get 125 free txt msgs... i signed up like 3 weeks ago... you think i can get that? What exactly would I say to get it?

[QtBeBe_Angel]

Anyone knows how to become a corporate customer? How can one get the $5 monthly plan credit, 500min for $20?? I want this plan..

http://www.futuresoftdist.ca/Images/rogers.jpg

A friend of mine got offered almost tha same plan w/ 500 mins w/ unlimited from 6pm/caller ID/voicemail/1000 sms msgs or something like that for 25 bux a month + saf + 911 + tax. He told me that he got it b/c he got a letter in tha mail sayin that he is eligble for that plan since he has been w/ rogers for 10 yrs.

[bubble.tea]

..... since he has been w/ rogers for 10 yrs.

meh., 10 years., 10 weeks what's the difference... :rolleyes:

[weedb0y]

Just a few more years.. lol

Btw, I have a retention plan and I work for RBC..do you think I can add some mins?

[Bahala]

I signed up for a 3 yr contract on a corp plan. On the site, it says I have exact pricing... what's that?
I believe that means you will be billed by the second after the first minute. So calls from 1 second to 60 seconds will be counted as 1 minute, but calls longer than that will be billed by the second.

[BrgnHunter]

Looks photoshopped in certain places...especially the lines with the 500 plan in the line.

it's real, and it's spectacular!!!

[jtc75]

Well I just called Rogers to review my plan...We will see how it goes. After 10 years they better give me something!

Currently I am paying $50 a month for:
500 Minutes a month and free evenings and weekends starting at 6pm
$20 for text messaging
$5 for Voicemail
Waived fee for Call Display and no system access fee
They also issue a $10 credit each month for my text messaging.

From the phone call (as I was calling to complain about the $20 for 500 minutes) she changed my plan.

Now I am $50 a month for:
700 minutes a month and free evenings and weekends starting at 6pm
$10 for text messaging (2500 messages)
$5 for voicemail
Waived fee for Call Display and no system access fee
$10 monthly credit for text messaging (she mentioned nothing was changing here)

So not as good as the $20 plan but I use high volume of minutes during the day and no long distance. Everyone I know uses TELUS so no need for the R2R and I make no LD.

$55 a month....I guess I can handle it especially since I did not have to sign another extension on my contract!

[Homer88]

Rogers is coming out with the K790a late October/early November for a price of 250 for three years. So if you can wait, don't get that W810i yet, else you're stuck with it for 2 (3) years =).

[jtcb]

Rogers is coming out with the K790a late October/early November for a price of 250 for three years. So if you can wait, don't get that W810i yet, else you're stuck with it for 2 (3) years =).

Really? Wow.. How do you know? Any source? Is it going to be unbranded/unlocked or Rogers branded/locked with limitation like their W810a that can't use mp3 as ringtone with their 1GB stick.

[bubble.tea]

it's real, and it's spectacular!!!

lmao...Seinfeld for lyfe.

[ibear]

Really? Wow.. How do you know? Any source? Is it going to be unbranded/unlocked or Rogers branded/locked with limitation like their W810a that can't use mp3 as ringtone with their 1GB stick.

it's confirmed by rogers news release, and of course it will be locked to rogers. scroll to the end of the news and you'll see it.

http://micro.newswire.ca/release.cgi?rkey=1410034115&view=5804-0&Start=0

[WorldIRC]

My grandfather has been on an old emergency plan w/ like 40 minutes since 1992 and he's on the first Motorola after the old military phone.

His phone finally died so we are going to modernize him. I wonder what kind of plan they will give to someone with 14 years of Tenure.

[bubble.tea]

My grandfather has been on an old emergency plan w/ like 40 minutes since 1992 and he's on the first Motorola after the old military phone.

His phone finally died so we are going to modernize him. I wonder what kind of plan they will give to someone with 14 years of Tenure.

Just pray the rep you deal with, has enough SENSE to know how to handle such a client...and doesn't dismiss it as a formality, and offer some CRAP plan with NOTHING 'thrown' in. IE...call at the *right times, and ask for the employee ID UPfront...Hopefully knowing the right ID sequence will tell you right off if this is a GIMP 'n00b' rep or a veteran whos' been around long enough.

I have a question for you WIRC. Can you find out if you can duplicate that emerg. plan. If you can, I'll gladly take the copy off your hands. I need one possibly., but already have maxed out my line allowance :D and can't add another one just yet. (I'd take over on cousins name).

Thanks.

[WorldIRC]

He's basically willing to sign 3 years. I'm going all in.. $20 for 200 or 250daytime. evenings and weekends at 6.. caller ID, Voicemail.. and a good phone for a good price. I HIGHLY doubt they will say no.

He's on the $5 / 40minute emergency plan. SAF and TAX. $14.20 taxes in / mth.

[bubble.tea]

....He's on the $5 / 40minute emergency plan. SAF and TAX. $14.20 taxes in / mth.

and you're justifying him being forced to spend that much more a month because.....

p.s. I asked you a question...:( It's really a formality., I'm sure they'd say yes.

fyi....why not hup., but keep the same plan? Does he NEED?? a bigger plan?

[WorldIRC]

He asked for a bigger plan. He wants to use the phone. Contract requires $20/mth so HUPPING I would need to change plans. I'll find out about the emergency plan. I think its a standard plan though as I put him on it a year ago.

[bubble.tea]

......... I'll find out about the emergency plan. ............

fyi, I've know (and have asked) for a plan to be duplicated in past., so I'm sure it's just a formality...whether they have a special handling policy for the emergency plan is another thing altogether-but thanks.

[Homer88]

it's confirmed by rogers news release, and of course it will be locked to rogers. scroll to the end of the news and you'll see it.

http://micro.newswire.ca/release.cgi?rkey=1410034115&view=5804-0&Start=0
Yeap, the price is also confirmed here by Treatz from HOFO.
http://www.howardforums.com/showthread.php?t=954883

[IceQue]

they updated to my plan accordely today.

My Current Price Plan

Students Stay Connected Plan - $40.00
250 Wkday / Unltd. Eve/Wkends
Unlimited Incoming Calls


Additional Services
Network Features *
Canadian Long Distance
Partial Detail Billing
125 Text Messages


Additional Charges**
911 Emergency Svc Access Fee - $0.50 - Monthly
System Access Fee - $6.95 - Monthly - What is this?
1000 Rogers to Rogers Text - $5.00 - Monthly
Rogers to Rogers Calling - $5.00 - Monthly


Discount(s)
Rogers to Rogers Text Cr - To be removed on 08/**/2009
Early Evening/Wkends Plan Cr - To be removed on 08/**/2007
Campus Calling Option Credit - To be removed on 08/**/2009
30% Discount - Enh. Services
Monthly Plan Credit
Monthly Plan Credit
Rogers to Rogers Calling Cr - To be removed on 08/**/2009
Local Airtime Bonus - To be removed on 10/**/2006

[bubble.tea]

they updated to my plan accordely today.

.......
Canadian Long Distance
.........
30% Discount - Enh. Services.......

you gotta figure out what that enhanced services is all about...30% is HUGE.

I see you got the...wait....is that the Canada Anytime Option (1000LD?) or just some silly LD package that isnt' the 1000LD?

[IceQue]

you gotta figure out what that enhanced services is all about...30% is HUGE.

I see you got the...wait....is that the Canada Anytime Option (1000LD?) or just some silly LD package that isnt' the 1000LD?


Yeah, I need to figure that out, anybody know what it is?
they didnt give me 1000LD mins, only 150

basically I have the student price plan on discount because I pricematched another phone company.

[bubble.tea]

just call in say "I am going to be doing a LOT of LD and think that the 1000Long Distance minute package will serve me best. Would you please add that onto my account?"

voila.

[Desolatax]

Wow, this thread has 449 pages 0_0
This is one mother thread.

[tmash]

Just called Telus and got my plan with them changed:

250 anytime minutes
Unlimited evenings and weekends at 6pm
Caller ID
Call Forwarding/Waiting/Conference calling
Voicemail 3
100 Text messages

$30/month plus I got a $250 phone credit, picked up the Nokia 6265i for $50, waived the activation fee.

Thanks!

[AirForceElite]

Just called Telus and got my plan with them changed:

250 anytime minutes
Unlimited evenings and weekends at 6pm
Caller ID
Call Forwarding/Waiting/Conference calling
Voicemail 3
100 Text messages

$30/month plus I got a $250 phone credit, picked up the Nokia 6265i for $50, waived the activation fee.

Thanks!

so let me get this straight
if the phone was $251, you would only pay $1???

[st7860]

rogers retentions 1-888-936-7283
rogers corporate hardware upgrade line 1-866-363-9712

telus mobility 1-877-279-3100 or 416-279-3100 client.loyalty@telus.com

fido retentions 1-888-259-3436

[Snocow]

Just called Telus and got my plan with them changed:

250 anytime minutes
Unlimited evenings and weekends at 6pm
Caller ID
Call Forwarding/Waiting/Conference calling
Voicemail 3
100 Text messages

$30/month plus I got a $250 phone credit, picked up the Nokia 6265i for $50, waived the activation fee.

Thanks!

Wrong forum...you need the "Hot Deal for Telus Customers"

Oops, my bad...there is no such thread!

[tmash]

so let me get this straight
if the phone was $251, you would only pay $1???


THat is correct, in my case the 6265i was $300, so I got it for $50 :D

[tmash]

Wrong forum...you need the "Hot Deal for Telus Customers"

Oops, my bad...there is no such thread!


Ya I would have posted it there, but there wasn't any thread here! Besides, I got to give credit where credit is due, after reading this thread, it is what inspired me to give Telus a call and get my plan changed!

[chukles812]

I called the rogers retention line a couple of days ago, and this is what they're offering me:

200 Daytime minutes
unlimited evenings and weekends starting at 8pm
call display
voice mail
75 outgoing text/2500 incoming text
free 100 canadian long distance minutes

the person said the price will come out to $39 a month after tax (so that's the amount i'll pay on my bill if i don't go over minutes).

Plus i'll also be able to get the SE 810i for $169 + $35 admin fee.

What do you guys think? is this a good deal? should I take it? and the txt messaging thing, is that 75 total?? or 75/month? anyone know??

thanks!

[Homer88]

I called the rogers retention line a couple of days ago, and this is what they're offering me:

200 Daytime minutes
unlimited evenings and weekends starting at 8pm
call display
voice mail
75 outgoing text/2500 incoming text
free 100 canadian long distance minutes

the person said the price will come out to $39 a month after tax (so that's the amount i'll pay on my bill if i don't go over minutes).

Plus i'll also be able to get the SE 810i for $169 + $35 admin fee.

What do you guys think? is this a good deal? should I take it? and the txt messaging thing, is that 75 total?? or 75/month? anyone know??

thanks!

You should be able to get the admin waived, just tell them you called in half a n hour ago and you were offered the phone with the admin fee waived.

[WorldIRC]

HAHA That was WAAAY To easy for me. My call was 2.5 minutes long. Didn't have to say much. Girl was really cheery and in a good mood. She was more then happy to help me out and give me what I wanted.

200 daytimes + 50 bonus (because it is very old account)
Evenings and Weekends at 8
Caller ID
Voicemail for 1 year.
$20

Z520a for Free w/ no admin.

I just pretended I didn't know what I was talking about, wasn't aggressive or anything, and just let her give me the offers. My grandfather should be happy.

[hiltzman]

Thanks for this thread, called today and got the following for a two year term:

200 daytime
Evenings at 8PM
Caller ID
100 Long Distance

$20 month +SAF + 911 + NS 911 - $5 Credit = $22.68 plus HST

I have been a customer for 5 years and am within one month of ending a three year term

Not as good as some others, but based on my useage this will be fine.

No need for a new phone right now, so I'll save the HUP for later.

[James_Bond]

Well I called the other day and got the following

call display, voice mail
250 daytime min
unlimited evenings and weekends after 6
1000 long distance min
price: 25 a month.

I think I did fairly well. What do you guys think?

[WorldIRC]

^You did very well. I'd take that plan over my corporate plan.

[bubble.tea]

....
I just pretended I didn't know what I was talking about, wasn't aggressive or anything, and just let her give me the offers. My grandfather should be happy.

Sometimes playing dumb backfires....as long as your GFather doesn't see this thread-yes, he'll be happy.

....
I think I did fairly well. What do you guys think?
yeah., you DEFIN8ly got a sweet deal. Take away msd code (and discounted HUPs)., enhanced VM, Detailed billing, and add $5 and you have an idea of what our clone is like.

[WorldIRC]

Sometimes playing dumb backfires....as long as your GFather doesn't see this thread-yes, he'll be happy.


I am going to push for Voicemail for the duration of contract when I call in to accept the plan but that is the phone he wants.

[WorldIRC]

I really wish I could get the $5/ 1000LD on my plan. Too bad the SOC and MSD conflict with the 1000LD Soc.

[StoneColdWhat]

WorldIRC

call display, voice mail
250 daytime min
unlimited evenings and weekends after 6
1000 long distance min
price: 25 a month.


That IS a corporate plan that I'll be going with shortly.

BTW do you have a referal from the other thread ? Saw your post.

Edit: Well i'm not sure about the 1000 LD part, I didnt ask when I spoke with them yesterday.

[bubble.tea]

....
That IS a corporate plan that I'll be going with shortly..

what company?

[StoneColdWhat]

I think most companies would qual. but I'm with dell.

[WorldIRC]

^That's a standard EPP (Employee Paid Plan). Most people from most largish companies in Canada are eligible for that plan. Nothing special about it.

The plan that was in the other thread is the 1175. That is meant for people who are corporately reimbursed for their cell phone plan. That is why that thread was closed. People aren't legitatemely eligible for that plan..not the people posting in that thread.

What that sales rep was doing is not allowed.

[bubble.tea]

^That's a standard EPP (Employee Paid Plan). ....
Unless something happened....
1-1000LD IS NOT part of the EPP.
2-200mins NOT 250 mins is the EPP.
3-Enhanced VM., NOT VM is the EPP.

[akz]

hey guys.. im currently on a retentions plan.... with r2r 1000cdnld vm cid etc... the whole jalata.... I was wondering what would happen or what I would get if I added the BestBuy code onto my account? What extra goodies would I get ? and can I add that code on? any chance of persecond billing?

[eliteblaze]

25 minutes is all? unless someone knows MSd codes do something else

[vanisland]

Just phoned Rogers and got this (I was on the $50 family plan)

2 individual plans - $25 dollars each

200 minutes
unlimited evening and weekends from 6 pm
caller id
unlimited rogers to rogers

The last item is what sold me as all my family and friends are on rogers.

Thanks OP :lol:

[WorldIRC]

Unless something happened....
1-1000LD IS NOT part of the EPP.
2-200mins NOT 250 mins is the EPP.
3-Enhanced VM., NOT VM is the EPP.

You would be correct.. For some reason I thought EPP was 250.

[StoneColdWhat]

whats rogers giving out right now ? $50 for acessceries?

[Kieraw]

Currently my plan is:

$25
250 weekday
unlimited incoming local calls
unlimited rogers to rogers
free evenings at 6 and weekends
100 Canadian long distance
caller ID

Is that a good plan? I'm not too sure, as some people have VM and others have 1000 Canadian LD.

Thanks.

[bubble.tea]

Currently my plan is:

$25
250 weekday
unlimited incoming local calls
unlimited rogers to rogers
free evenings at 6 and weekends
100 Canadian long distance
caller ID

Is that a good plan? I'm not too sure, as some people have VM and others have 1000 Canadian LD.

Thanks.
considering this plan is actually $50...I'd say how did you manage to get a $25 monthly credit on your plan....well okay you don't have VM so a $15credit.

[leilah]

Ok, so you all seem to know what you're doing here...let me ask a question...my husband has a plan with Rogers - the one that everyone has for $25. I would like to get a phone as well but what I would really be using my phone for is emergencies only, calling home for something or maybe calling him. Is there any way to piggyback onto his plan? What would you suggest? I will be calling Rogers later today but wanted to get an idea of what I should expect.
Thanks

[ShaTR]

Ok, so you all seem to know what you're doing here...let me ask a question...my husband has a plan with Rogers - the one that everyone has for $25. I would like to get a phone as well but what I would really be using my phone for is emergencies only, calling home for something or maybe calling him. Is there any way to piggyback onto his plan? What would you suggest? I will be calling Rogers later today but wanted to get an idea of what I should expect.
Thanks

pay as you go would be your best bet.

rogers phone of your choice (or any GSM phone) + a $100 credit is a good idea. when you get the $100, your credit doesn't expire for 1 year. and you can choose any plan that fits you (most popularly the "all day" plan. $0.25 for first 5 min, $0.15 thereafter)

basically, if your going to be using the phone for less than 120min/month, this will be a cheaper option than any $20 plan. hope this helps :)

[GateGuardian]

pay as you go would be your best bet.

rogers phone of your choice (or any GSM phone) + a $100 credit is a good idea. when you get the $100, your credit doesn't expire for 1 year. and you can choose any plan that fits you (most popularly the "all day" plan. $0.25 for first 5 min, $0.15 thereafter)

basically, if your going to be using the phone for less than 120min/month, this will be a cheaper option than any $20 plan. hope this helps :)

I second that...and if you consider that Pay as you go already includes Caller ID, voice mail, and all the admin fees, You're really paying way less per minute

[eliteblaze]

Props to all those that can get the plan with early evenings for $20 - I can't seem to pull that esp with the offer for $5 documented on my account

[James_Bond]

call display, voice mail
250 daytime min
unlimited evenings and weekends after 6
1000 long distance min
price: 25 a month.


That IS a corporate plan that I'll be going with shortly.

BTW do you have a referal from the other thread ? Saw your post.

Edit: Well i'm not sure about the 1000 LD part, I didnt ask when I spoke with them yesterday.



Hey, Just in replay to my post regarding my plan. I’m not on a corporate plan. I just called them up referring to a Bell offer and they offered me this one better. Well they only offered me 500 long distance the first time I called. But when I called back the next day they said they didn’t have a 500 long distance min option so they upgraded me to 1000. And for those wondering I did have to threaten to cancel before they came back with this offer.

[eliteblaze]

can you tell me which bell plan? Or was it just a hypothetical bell offer

The best they could do was 100 minutes for me

[bubble.tea]

With reports as fruitless as eliteblazes., and other people who get the world on a platter...it's still outstanding there's such a difference in results.

"I want to send a shout-out to all the CXR's who read this thread on their shift, and laugh about how little they offered one guy, then conversely how MUCH they offered the next guy"

Bravo!

[eliteblaze]

I think there's standard offers and things they'll do as stretch offers.

If you call and ask them for features they won't budget past standard retentions while if they think you're cancelling they might do a fair bit more.

Problem is I just renewed a 3 year contract on my first ret offer so they won't take cancelling seriously. I think i'll call next in April/may when number portability is out :)

[bubble.tea]

....I think i'll call next in April/may when number portability is out :)

lol...YEAH., you and EVERYBODY else.:cheesygri

Wonder what the wait times will be then.

[eliteblaze]

I have speaker phone I can wait :) Plus it's a *611 # ;)

[bubble.tea]

I have speaker phone I can wait :) Plus it's a *611 # ;)


lol...well I've got BT :)

[Vickel]

hey guys, i have a question
is rogers to rogers just for outgoing or is it for both incomming and outgoing calls?

[ShaTR]

hey guys, i have a question
is rogers to rogers just for outgoing or is it for both incomming and outgoing calls?

both

[Vickel]

hm.... i just called in and the rep told me that rogers to rogers was only for outgoing calls, for incomming i would using my minutes

[ibear]

hm.... i just called in and the rep told me that rogers to rogers was only for outgoing calls, for incomming i would using my minutes

if so, it would be quite disappointing...

[ibear]

just checked their website and clearly it says

"FREE calls to and from other Rogers phones"

so i guess it works both ways.

[itsyours]

hm.... i just called in and the rep told me that rogers to rogers was only for outgoing calls, for incomming i would using my minutes

Hmm. So which version should I believe?
Can someone else confirm this again?

[Vickel]

just checked their website and clearly it says

"FREE calls to and from other Rogers phones"

so i guess it works both ways.

yea it does say that on the site, i guess the guy was lying to me

[bubble.tea]

hm.... i just called in and the rep told me that rogers to rogers was only for outgoing calls, for incomming i would using my minutes

What an IDIOT., that rep was. Do you have their name and Empl. ID...if so pm it.

[jayk]

hey guys

some of you talk about waiting till number portability comes out, but isn't it better to just renew now to get the nicest sony/motorola phone out there for 169 and then sell it for 400?

[WorldIRC]

What an IDIOT., that rep was. Do you have their name and Empl. ID...if so pm it.

What will you do if you have it......

[bubble.tea]

What will you do if you have it......

just enough.

[Vickel]

What an IDIOT., that rep was. Do you have their name and Empl. ID...if so pm it.

no i dont have their name and employee number

[hackex]

just enough.

seems like bubbleteas getting furious :twisted:

[bubble.tea]

seems like bubbleteas getting furious :twisted:

naw., I'm just sad I couldn't get TSCC to hit me up with a new laptop to replace the SCREWup with the defective., no warantee unit they sent out claiming it had a warantee.

It's so beautiful...but yet....something is SERIOUSLY wrong with the mobo., or the video card hehe. Oh well., nothing ventured nothing gained. :lol:.

[st7860]

seems like bubbleteas getting furious :twisted:

The Fast and The Furious Red Flag Deals Drift?

lol

[Redth]

I'm coming off a 2 year contract, and here was what i was offered today from retention:

$31.29 (including tax, SAF, 911)
2 Year contract
200 minutes
Unlimited nights and weekends after 8pm
caller id, voicemail, basic data plan
motorola slvr for $100
(i was offered rogers to rogers if i went 3 year contract)

I'm going to try and do the following tomorrow:
$25 (including tax, saf, 911)
3 year contract
250 minutes
unlimited nights and weekends after 6pm
caller id (can drop the voicemail and data)
rogers to rogers
slvr l7 for $50 or so
(maybe i can try 100 LD as well, and perhaps keep my data)


how's that sound?

[ShaTR]

hey guys

some of you talk about waiting till number portability comes out, but isn't it better to just renew now to get the nicest sony/motorola phone out there for 169 and then sell it for 400?

thats my point exactly. as long as they give you a good price on the HUP, weather you need it or not, signing the contract technically means nothing to you. u make 200 for signing, you loose it for breaking the contract. in the end, nothing lost.

problem is, you gotta get a good deal on the phone to make that work. currently, i don't see any phone on a regular 3yr HUP that make you $200. w810i maybe if you get a good price. I HUP my uncle with one of those for 119 no admin fee. so comes out to about 135 after tax. i don't think you can get more than 335 for that phone anymore, so you'll bearly cover your $200.

also, moto's and sony's don't tend to make much money when HUP flipping. and the days of yearly hup flipping seem to be over for non-corperate customers due to the new HUP system.

basically, what im trying to tell ya is, go ahead and sign a contract but don't do it if you plan on breaking it anytime soon. more than likely, you'll save enuf money on a retentions deal + make enuf on the phone to be able to break the contract a year down the road and still come out further ahead that if you had stuck with your old plan. thats the bottom line. hope it made sence.

[hackex]

naw., I'm just sad I couldn't get TSCC to hit me up with a new laptop to replace the SCREWup with the defective., no warantee unit they sent out claiming it had a warantee.

It's so beautiful...but yet....something is SERIOUSLY wrong with the mobo., or the video card hehe. Oh well., nothing ventured nothing gained. :lol:.

dang, that is sad to hear. if they sent it out claiming it had warranty fight it till death......

[WorldIRC]

Called back to accept offer..convinced them to give my grandfather Voicemail for the whole contract for free...

[bubble.tea]

motorola slvr for $100....how's that sound?
for a 100 that's insane. for $50....Disgusting.

dang, that is sad to hear. if they sent it out claiming it had warranty fight it till death......
Well.... we have to balance our realistic dedication and time contraints....both of which I don't want to pursue to that degree. I and many hereon believe I gave it a good shot., and should accept the full refund. I actually found TSCC to have new models in stock under a different (why?) ProductID....price difference was $600 hehe. The mgr couldn't accept to ship out a new one...so I returned it this AM. Was worth a shot. Ironic that all this effort., and it wasn't even for ME. I bought it for my buddy....he's sad.

Called back to accept offer..convinced them to give my grandfather Voicemail for the whole contract for free...
Your negotiation skills are remarkable :)

[st7860]

Fido sells the most basic flipless razor style phone for only $125 WITHOUT a contract.

http://www.fido.ca/portal/product/handsetdetail.jsp?id=moto_l2&lang=en&cat=1

[hackex]

for a 100 that's insane. for $50....Disgusting.


Well.... we have to balance our realistic dedication and time contraints....both of which I don't want to pursue to that degree. I and many hereon believe I gave it a good shot., and should accept the full refund. I actually found TSCC to have new models in stock under a different (why?) ProductID....price difference was $600 hehe. The mgr couldn't accept to ship out a new one...so I returned it this AM. Was worth a shot. Ironic that all this effort., and it wasn't even for ME. I bought it for my buddy....he's sad.


Your negotiation skills are remarkable :)

oh ok, i suppose as long as you got a full refund it is still somewhat acceptable (have to look at the situation from the manager's point of view too). btw, i was only exaggerating till fighting it out infinitely...

[Vickel]

hey, got another question, wondering if it possible to copy a plan form my cousins account to my account?

[ShaTR]

hey, got another question, wondering if it possible to copy a plan form my cousins account to my account?

sure, its just like duping in diablo 2.... :lol:

nah man, you can transfer over a plan, but as far as "copying" goes, it definatly won't work for a new sign-up, and if your already a rogers customer, its at their discression really.

just call relations and tell them your cuz has that, and thats wut u want. unless ur cuz has a corp MSD or something, i don't see why they wouldn't give it to you.

[WorldIRC]

PRO.. Got my grandfathers phone within 12 hours of going through activation...they also only renewed for 2 years, not 3.

[bubble.tea]

Fido sells the most basic flipless razor style phone for....

If that wasn't the biggest set of mismatched adjectives aimed to deceive...well then I don't know what.

the only truthful thing about that post was that you are a SPAMMER. Oh and emphasis on 'BASIC'.

L2., NO BLUETOOTH., which Razor has.
L2, THICKer than the Razor
L2, POS compared to Razr
L2., LOCKED to Fido...so you'd have to pay 20-50 to unlock it for Rogers....of which this thread is DISCUSSING!!!

what a spammer.

[st7860]

If that wasn't the biggest set of mismatched adjectives aimed to deceive...well then I don't know what.

the only truthful thing about that post was that you are a SPAMMER. Oh and emphasis on 'BASIC'.

L2., NO BLUETOOTH., which Razor has.
L2, THICKer than the Razor
L2, POS compared to Razr
L2., LOCKED to Fido...so you'd have to pay 20-50 to unlock it for Rogers....of which this thread is DISCUSSING!!!

what a spammer.

#1. I know you are but what am I?

#2. beep beep beep ! WRONG!!! . Razor V3 is THICKER than the $125 L2 Fido phone 9.8 x 5.3 x 1.4 cm
http://www.fido.ca/portal/product/handsetdetail.jsp?id=moto_v3&lang=en&cat=1

and the motorola L2 is 11.3 x 4.9 x 1.09 cm
http://www.fido.ca/portal/product/handsetdetail.jsp?id=moto_l2&lang=en&cat=1

3. all rogers and fido phones are sold locked

4. WRONG!!!! BEEP BEEP BEEP! this phone(the Fido L2) has Bluetooth, and is only $125 without a contract or any activation
http://www.fido.ca/portal/product/handsetdetail.jsp?id=moto_l2&lang=en&cat=1

Quad-band handset (1900, 1800, 900 and 850 MHz) offering extensive GSM coverage worldwide
Mobile Internet
Integrated Bluetooth® technology and Java® enabled
Picture and Video Messaging (MMS)
Downloadable games and musictones
Handsfree speaker and mute function
Melody composer
Phone book, alarm clock, calendar, calculator and currency converter

[bubble.tea]

well, regarding bluetooth (ok, that's 1 out of 4). I was talking about the 1/2 clam width dufis. It is thicker. About being locked....back to my point. This is a ROGERS thread., so a FIDO phone won't be of any help.

Man...from that audio clip you posted a couple months ago....I just feel pity for you....and yet I seem to get suckered everytime and 'feed the troll'.

[ShaTR]

c'mon now boys, lets keep this civilized.

but i have to agree with beetee. This thread is about rogers. Although gettin an L2 from fido is a deal, paying to have it unlocked for an extra $40 is hardly. especially when you can probably pickup a much better phone in the BST for the same money.

anyways, thats all i gotta say. time to sleep. 7:00 am here in T dot!! gawd dam, im tired. EZ!!!!!

[bubble.tea]

c'mon now boys,

Well I don't know about the spammer...but I'm a man. :D

[bubble.tea]

Hey....look what shocking stats I dug up tonight...

I'm shocked.

http://xs207.xs.to/xs207/06410/whoposted500.PNG

[ShaTR]

Hey....look what shocking stats I dug up tonight...

I'm shocked.

http://xs207.xs.to/xs207/06410/whoposted500.PNG


haha, 5th place. ive been slacking :lol:

btw, howd you get that info??? and what period is that for???

[st7860]

haha, 5th place. ive been slacking :lol:

btw, howd you get that info??? and what period is that for???

Mr Straight Guy is talking about the Post Counts for users in THIS THREAD.

[bubble.tea]

haha, 5th place. ive been slacking :lol:

btw, howd you get that info??? and what period is that for???
yes... you have been slacking.
Mr Straight Guy is talking about the Post Counts for users in THIS THREAD.
well...lmao for once, I can agree entirely with said spammers comments :D

Ever notice in the forum 'lobby', that the column REPLIES., has numbers associated to it....and that those numbers are actually hyperlinked? welll...guess what they're linked TO.:idea:

[Bordello]

Why do you keep referring to him as a spammer? He posted a single link to Fido, not some Nigeria-based scam site that he created.

Half the stuff you post in this thread is nonsense anyways. Congrads on having the most posts...

[st7860]

Why do you keep referring to him as a spammer? He posted a single link to Fido, not some Nigeria-based scam site that he created.

Half the stuff you post in this thread is nonsense anyways. Congrads on having the most posts...

more like four fifths. lol

[WorldIRC]

Wow, I'm high up on the list too

[ShaTR]

Half the stuff you post in this thread is nonsense anyways. Congrads on having the most posts...

yeah, but isn't it funny nonsence :lol: keeps me entertained.

don't stop what your doing beetee! always good for a few chuckles :razz:

[weedb0y]

Stop posting BS now please.

That Fido L2 deal is pretty hot for $125 with no contract.

I only wish Rogers would bring some PDA phones like Bell and Telus's Treo's for $100/3 yr..

[bubble.tea]

more like four fifths. lol

you're too generous., I'd say maybe 30 posts are SERIOUSly good ones., the rest are all time-killers.


500...that's shocking.

So-who's got a 300-450min plan and how much?

[coolwind]

OMG, thanks so much guys! I just got the $25 plan!

I got

Free incoming calls
250 anytime minutes
Extended evenings and weekends after 6PM
Rogers to Rogers FREE
Free call display
= $25.00 + system access fee + 911 charges + TAX :D


My last bill was $53.50, So I think I'm saving about $20 this month. Thanks so much :razz:

[Alvito]

OMG, thanks so much guys! I just got the $25 plan!

I got

Free incoming calls
250 anytime minutes
Extended evenings and weekends after 6PM
Rogers to Rogers FREE
Free call display
= $25.00 + system access fee + 911 charges + TAX :D


My last bill was $53.50, So I think I'm saving about $20 this month. Thanks so much :razz:

DUDE NICE PLAN!

[Mad.Whack]

OMG, thanks so much guys! I just got the $25 plan!

I got

Free incoming calls
250 anytime minutes
Extended evenings and weekends after 6PM
Rogers to Rogers FREE
Free call display
= $25.00 + system access fee + 911 charges + TAX :D


My last bill was $53.50, So I think I'm saving about $20 this month. Thanks so much :razz:

I don't think this plan exists...:confused:

[M.D.]

I don't think this plan exists...:confused:

any plan exists as long as you know how to get it ;)

[HowEver]

This thread isn't about existing "plans" that can be offered to anyone. Each retentions deal is tailored to the subscriber, and based on a myriad of information, including how much they pay every month, how long until their contract is up/since their contract was up, how timely they pay their monthly bills, where they are located since offers differ substantially from city to city and province to province, and what features/benefits/phones/deals are available at the time of the call--and much more.

When the customer relations person goes off the phone for a few minutes to look things up, they generally aren't picking their teeth or getting some air, they are figuring out what they can offer you, and for how much.

So, yes, these "plans" don't really exist; they aren't really "plans."



I don't think this plan exists...:confused:

[coolwind]

This thread isn't about existing "plans" that can be offered to anyone. Each retentions deal is tailored to the subscriber, and based on a myriad of information, including how much they pay every month, how long until their contract is up/since their contract was up, how timely they pay their monthly bills, where they are located since offers differ substantially from city to city and province to province, and what features/benefits/phones/deals are available at the time of the call--and much more.

When the customer relations person goes off the phone for a few minutes to look things up, they generally aren't picking their teeth or getting some air, they are figuring out what they can offer you, and for how much.

So, yes, these "plans" don't really exist; they aren't really "plans."
Yup, first she told me I only get 200 anytime minutes, but when she came back after putting me on hold, she offered me 250 anytime minutes. I was like .... SWEEET.... :cheesygri
The only bad thing about the plan I got was that I get charged 0.15$ per every txt msg I send. >:( , but she said after the first month of use I could add 140 outgoing TXT msges for just $2.00 or something and gave me a free trial for one month. :lol:
Also I do not have data plan included, which means Im not gonna be able to go online on my phone.

[StoneColdWhat]

OK guys so I'm going to get my cell sometimes this week, should I mention the plans that other companies have to seee if they'll offer me abetter one? Do you think they'll do that since Rogers has the cheapest plans already ?

[nekoneko]

OMG, thanks so much guys! I just got the $25 plan!

I got

Free incoming calls
250 anytime minutes
Extended evenings and weekends after 6PM
Rogers to Rogers FREE
Free call display
= $25.00 + system access fee + 911 charges + TAX :D


My last bill was $53.50, So I think I'm saving about $20 this month. Thanks so much :razz:


wow that is a nice plan, what did you have to do to get that plan? since my friend is planning to get a new plan around the end of this month, if this rogers plan is still available than its better than the fido one.

[Ants]

I was reading about how Rogers are offering a free HD PVR on another thread, so I thought I would call to see if they would offer me the same deal. I was also in the market for a new mobile phone and have been waiting to take advantage of the HUP for some time.

Been a loyal customer for over three years, bundling my High Speed/Wireless/Cable TV, and just got their HD package. Ended up with a great deal on their HD package (free for 2 years) and reduced my cable & high speed fees for the next 12 months.

As for wireless side of things, I ended up with a SE W810i for $20 and added the 1000 anytime LD minutes for $5/month to my existing plan of 700 daytime minutes, free even/wknds as of 6pm for $50/month + 15% off total monthly bill. ( 15% is due to the bundling)

I think I did well given I was really aiming for the free HD package.

Only downside is that I had to commit for three years for the wireless service, which is not really an issue.

Thank you RFD for the heads up!

[bubble.tea]

..... SE W810i for $20 .....!

Are you count corp hup in that? or was that the retention discount? Because THAT is INSANITY.

IF you dont' know what corp hup is, then your answer should be "ret. discount only":lol:

[Ants]

Are you count corp hup in that? or was that the retention discount? Because THAT is INSANITY.

IF you dont' know what corp hup is, then your answer should be "ret. discount only":lol:

No not corporate, a combination of HUP and retention as my wireless contract ended over a year ago. Guess it qualifies as retention discount.

[IceQue]

OMG, thanks so much guys! I just got the $25 plan!

I got

Free incoming calls
250 anytime minutes
Extended evenings and weekends after 6PM
Rogers to Rogers FREE
Free call display
= $25.00 + system access fee + 911 charges + TAX :D


My last bill was $53.50, So I think I'm saving about $20 this month. Thanks so much :razz:

Thats a VERY VERY good deal Good job!:razz:

[Aceyalone]

Hey....look what shocking stats I dug up tonight...

I'm shocked.

http://xs207.xs.to/xs207/06410/whoposted500.PNG

You SERIOUSLY need to get an f'n life. Is it necessary to repond to every f'n post on this forum. Seriously you need to get a life.

[jtcb]

^ I am on the list.. :lol:

[bubble.tea]

You SERIOUSLY need to get an f'n life. Is it necessary to repond to every f'n post on this forum. Seriously you need to get a life.

awww poor aceyalone...not even on the list. We love you regardless....:rolleyes:.

[WorldIRC]

awww poor aceyalone...not even on the list. We love you regardless....:rolleyes:.

LOL

[ddhaaron]

In case anyone is interested, here is what I rec'v

$25/month
250 minutes daytime
6PM evenings ($5 less/mth for 8PM evenings)
CallerID
Voicemail (for length of term via a $5 credit against $5 charge)
100 minutes free long distance
Three Months free local calling anytime.

They said Rogers to Rogers LOCAL calling would cost $5mth. I declined

For Hardware this is what I was offered
A Free new sim card (apparently a $25 value?)
Waived Admin fee (done through credit on next bill)
Next Hardware Upgrade available in 1 year
Motorola V360 $0
Moto V3 Razr $99
Moto V3i Razr $279 (stupid price!! Don't know why they even offered this!!)
Sony W300i $79 (this is what I picked)
Sony Z520 $35

Hope this helps someone. This is not too difficult process to do expecially if you are reasonable with the reps. I would recommend giving the cust relations a call.

[StoneColdWhat]

coolwind not accepting pms so prolly a fake promo.

[HowEver]

Keep in mind the original poster in this thread hasn't even visited RFD since March 10, 2006.

http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/member.php?u=4677

Crap, we all need to get a life...


You SERIOUSLY need to get an f'n life. Is it necessary to repond to every f'n post on this forum. Seriously you need to get a life.

[StoneColdWhat]

In case anyone is interested, here is what I rec'v

$25/month
250 minutes daytime
6PM evenings ($5 less/mth for 8PM evenings)
CallerID
Voicemail (for length of term via a $5 credit against $5 charge)
100 minutes free long distance
Three Months free local calling anytime.

They said Rogers to Rogers LOCAL calling would cost $5mth. I declined

For Hardware this is what I was offered
A Free new sim card (apparently a $25 value?)
Waived Admin fee (done through credit on next bill)
Next Hardware Upgrade available in 1 year
Motorola V360 $0
Moto V3 Razr $99
Moto V3i Razr $279 (stupid price!! Don't know why they even offered this!!)
Sony W300i $79 (this is what I picked)
Sony Z520 $35

Hope this helps someone. This is not too difficult process to do expecially if you are reasonable with the reps. I would recommend giving the cust relations a call.

Is that just http://www.shoprogers.com/business/wireless/plans_services/business_plans.asp?shopperID=51R1HP28WCRB8LUQMJ89B GB1VEMSFSWA&plan=rightfit&cat=1&typ=2

or how did you get it ?

[jpmobility]

http://xs207.xs.to/xs207/06410/whoposted500.PNG

lol typical...

no wonder you tried to bring all this nonsense to Howard Forums.

it's because of threads like this that alot of ppl are getting offered phones for regular price now on retention offers.

Don't you guys see that your so-called 'helping the community' by broadcasting this type of info in such an immature manner, actual hurts ppl who genuinely need or deserve these deals?

All it comes off like is "look at what my mommy gave me", "o yeah? well look at what MY MOMMY gave me!!! it's better than yours..."

Seriously...

[WorldIRC]

Oh, Jpmobility...you make my chuckle :P

[StoneColdWhat]

bah can we actually talk bout plans here.

[ShaTR]

http://xs207.xs.to/xs207/06410/whoposted500.PNG

lol typical...

no wonder you tried to bring all this nonsense to Howard Forums.

it's because of threads like this that alot of ppl are getting offered phones for regular price now on retention offers.

Don't you guys see that your so-called 'helping the community' by broadcasting this type of info in such an immature manner, actual hurts ppl who genuinely need or deserve these deals?

All it comes off like is "look at what my mommy gave me", "o yeah? well look at what MY MOMMY gave me!!! it's better than yours..."

Seriously...

so your retentions deal stinks eh?? :lol: just razzin ya. judgeing by your name, your a dealer. which is probably why your pissed. sales stinkin lately eh?

but you gotta realize, this is RFD. the point is to help others get the best deals they can get their hands on. if nobody shared deals and helped each other out, there all of us here would be out a few grand at least. probably much more. in the end, its worth it.

[airjordan604]

well..... i made my "yearly" call to retentions today.... got...

$20/month
250 minutes daytime
6PM ulimtd evenings / weekends
CallerID & Voicemail
100 minutes free long distance

W300i for $79 no admin fee.... i know its nothing special...but i was only a year into a 3 /yr contract..... my previous plan was basically the same cept i didn't have free voicemail & 100 LD mins included, so its a nice little bonus to go along w/ a new w300i (i don't really need it, but i'll just sell it off).....

[jpmobility]

so your retentions deal stinks eh?? :lol: just razzin ya. judgeing by your name, your a dealer. which is probably why your pissed. sales stinkin lately eh?

but you gotta realize, this is RFD. the point is to help others get the best deals they can get their hands on. if nobody shared deals and helped each other out, there all of us here would be out a few grand at least. probably much more. in the end, its worth it.
That's not what I'm saying at all and retention deals have absolutely nothing to do with sales, regardless of whether I'm a dealer or not. Retention offers can only kick in 6 months after activation.

What I'm talking about is exactly this type of behaviour:
well..... i made my "yearly" call to retentions today.... got...

so its a nice little bonus to go along w/ a new w300i (i don't really need it, but i'll just sell it off).....

Greed and abuse. Simple and plain, I didn't even have to search to find it, it came knocking on my doorstep. That's why this guy still paid $79.99 for a w300i on a retention deal when ppl are getting it for less...on upgrades even. Watch the guy call back and whine now! lol

[st7860]

if you would like to donate the $35 admin fee that rogers 'lost' on that guy then go ahead ^_^

[airjordan604]

That's not what I'm saying at all and retention deals have absolutely nothing to do with sales, regardless of whether I'm a dealer or not. Retention offers can only kick in 6 months after activation.

What I'm talking about is exactly this type of behaviour:


Greed and abuse. Simple and plain, I didn't even have to search to find it, it came knocking on my doorstep. That's why this guy still paid $79.99 for a w300i on a retention deal when ppl are getting it for less...on upgrades even. Watch the guy call back and whine now! lol

greed and abuse?..... ok, i'm sorry ted... i will call back retentions tommorow... but it will just be to ask to go back to my old plan which offered less for the same price.... and to add an overpriced data plan... then the next time i'll call back rententions is in 2008 when my contract is up...

[akz]

http://xs207.xs.to/xs207/06410/whoposted500.PNG

wewwwt im there suprisingly amonsgst the top few.. still after not posting here for more than a few months now .. lol cant let WorldIRC beat me :P Im commin after u SHATR!! lol ahhh back to studying ..sighh

[WorldIRC]

I'm sure I already beat you AKZ

[Joseph88]

well..... i made my "yearly" call to retentions today.... got...

$20/month
250 minutes daytime
6PM ulimtd evenings / weekends
CallerID & Voicemail
100 minutes free long distance

W300i for $79 no admin fee.... i know its nothing special...but i was only a year into a 3 /yr contract..... my previous plan was basically the same cept i didn't have free voicemail & 100 LD mins included, so its a nice little bonus to go along w/ a new w300i (i don't really need it, but i'll just sell it off).....

AirJordan,

That is an AWESOME deal. How did you get them to concede on so many things when you were only 1 yr into the contract?

[fkz2k]

alrite after several calls finally got:

250 daytime minutes
unlimited evenings/weekends from 6pm
Unlimited incoming calls
call display
100 canadian long distance minutes
All for $25/month

and a w300i for $79.

[airjordan604]

AirJordan,

That is an AWESOME deal. How did you get them to concede on so many things when you were only 1 yr into the contract?

i'm not sure why they offered me another handset, because all i asked for nicely was the above plan.... the plan was really easy to get (i was expecting $25 for evenings from 6PM, but i got lucky i think) the women rep i talked to was really nice and just said i would have to renew my contract... which was fine of course... it seems being nice and polite is the best way to get a deal from rententions (not being overly agressive w/ threats of cancelling)....

[bubble.tea]

You SERIOUSLY need to get an f'n life. Is it necessary to repond to every f'n post on this forum. Seriously you need to get a life.

Well I pmd aceyalone suggesting/pointing out that their comments were, unnecessary., they ignored...and got their ass handed to them. Shall we say..over the next 3-days. :D

http://xs208.xs.to/xs208/06422/aceyalone.PNG

[ShaTR]

That's not what I'm saying at all and retention deals have absolutely nothing to do with sales, regardless of whether I'm a dealer or not. Retention offers can only kick in 6 months after activation.

What I'm talking about is exactly this type of behaviour:


Greed and abuse. Simple and plain, I didn't even have to search to find it, it came knocking on my doorstep. That's why this guy still paid $79.99 for a w300i on a retention deal when ppl are getting it for less...on upgrades even. Watch the guy call back and whine now! lol

abuse... how is it abuse. dude has yearly HUP's it seems, and he gets the latest retentions offers while he's at it. since they get better and better, why should he stick with an old deal. if rogers doesn't want to give him a better deal, they don't have to. if his business means that little, they can afford to loose him.

And whats wrong with being greedy. i want to keep as much of my money in my pocket as possible. you don't???? i really don't care about Rogers. You do??? What, were supposed to feel bad about having the ability to push around a big company into giving us affordable and reasonable cell phone plans and a cheap hardware upgrade now and then... psh, yeah right. and from what ive seen, when you first get a retentions deal, they will give you a really good deal on the phone. After that, they give you regular priced hups (now based on your spending of course) but they may add some feature included features on the latest retentions plan.

Anyways, if thats what you consider abuse and greed, then I AM ABUSIVE AND GREEDY :twisted: :twisted: :twisted: As are a LOT of other people in here. and to people like you we say. NA NUH NA NUH NA NUH we pay less money :D. If you don't like it, TOUGH NUGGIES. Not like were gonna stop trying to save money cuz you feel its abusive. cry me a river.

lol cant let WorldIRC beat me :P Im commin after u SHATR!! lol ahhh back to studying ..sighh

well, betta get your post=whooooring started. you only need 42 to catch me.... haha, not gonna happen :P oh, and after my post, the list will now look like this:

bubble.tea 506
st7860 264
HowEver 228
simms 175
ShaTR 144
akz 102
WorldIRC 101
Pavel 96
trolldealhunter 88
Mint 88

so your further away by 3 posts now. betta hurry up!!! ;)

[akz]

well, betta get your post=whooooring started. you only need 42 to catch me.... haha, not gonna happen :P oh, and after my post, the list will now look like this:

bubble.tea 506
st7860 264
HowEver 228
simms 175
ShaTR 144
akz 102
WorldIRC 101
Pavel 96
trolldealhunter 88
Mint 88

so your further away by 3 posts now. betta hurry up!!! ;)

LALALAALALA theres 1 hehe jks gotta wait for a good post dun wana be like a certain someone posting random useless links lol

[djcyanide]

Quit thread crapping guys. You wouldn't want others doing it:twisted:

[Bordello]

Well I pmd aceyalone suggesting/pointing out that their comments were, unnecessary., they ignored...and got their ass handed to them. Shall we say..over the next 3-days. :D

http://xs208.xs.to/xs208/06422/aceyalone.PNG
Well, you must feel proud of yourself. Grow up.

[HowEver]

Actually, JP, there does not appear to be a backlash at Rogers at all.

And whatever the reasons for the resistance on HowardForums, there is indeed a Retentions thread (http://www.howardforums.com/showthread.php?t=859401) there that has helped a boatload of people, and is at this point 636 posts strong, including many helpful comments from other dealers.

People benefit from such deals; maybe it's that dealers like you do not. So it's not much of a shock when people are against either retentions or those who benefit from retentions.

You may slag RFD but you do like coming here, no?

Now if we all had demo lines like dealers do, nobody would need a retentions deal.

Anything more positive to say? Something more positive to tell us about Rogers perhaps? Or even Nokia?
http://www.howardforums.com/showthread.php?t=499595





lol typical...

no wonder you tried to bring all this nonsense to Howard Forums.

it's because of threads like this that alot of ppl are getting offered phones for regular price now on retention offers.

Don't you guys see that your so-called 'helping the community' by broadcasting this type of info in such an immature manner, actual hurts ppl who genuinely need or deserve these deals?

All it comes off like is "look at what my mommy gave me", "o yeah? well look at what MY MOMMY gave me!!! it's better than yours..."

Seriously...

[st7860]

Well, you must feel proud of yourself. Grow up.

i second the motion.

[bubble.tea]

Well, you must feel proud of yourself. Grow up.
well you've earned a place on my ignore list. :rolleyes:
....
Now if we all had demo lines like dealers do, nobody would need a retentions deal.
...
Yup.


curious why you choose to link the BUNK thread?

[Haz]

curious why you choose to link the BUNK thread?
Maybe because JP started the BUNK thread. The first post has him getting all negative about Telus and the Nokia 3205i.

[Toronto Gamblers]

Here's the deal I just got...not spectacular but I was only 1 year into a 3 year so I'm happy.


275 daytime minutes
unlimited evenings/weekends from 6pm
call display
VM
100 canadian long distance minutes
All for $26.25/month

and a w300i for $79.

Unfortunately I couldn't get the incoming calls.

[seshwan]

Well, you must feel proud of yourself. Grow up.

I third the motion.

[GuitarMan]

I've been a long-time Rogers customer so I just renewed my 2 year contract and here's what I received:

200 Daytime minutes
Unlimited incoming calls
Unlimited Evenings 6pm/Weekends
Extended VoiceMail
Call Display/ID
Free Motorola V360
$20/month

The rep wouldn't budge on the $35 admin fee and I didn't want to argue with her so since she gave me the phone for free. I also could have received 100 free long distance/month if I had signed up for 3 years but I declined. Here's what I learned from this experience:

1. Assess the friendliness of the rep. If you feel the rep is grumpy, unfriendly, or tired, end the call in a nice way and call back later for a better rep.

2. When they tell you they can't give you something, don't believe this for a bloody second. They told me they couldn't give me the voicemail for free anymore so I said I would call them back after talking to Bell. She immediately said, "ok, I can give you the voicemail"? WTF? I thought she just said I couldn't have it??? Anyway, you get the point...

3. Don't negotiate your deal on the first call unless you feel you have a reasonable rep or generous rep, if so, then seal the deal with the good rep.

Hope this helps!

[bubble.tea]

....
2. When they tell you they can't give you something, don't believe this for a bloody second. They told me they couldn't give me the voicemail for free anymore so I said I would call them back after talking to Bell. She immediately said, "ok, I can give you the voicemail"? WTF? I thought she just said I couldn't have it??? Anyway, you get the point...

3. Don't negotiate your deal on the first call unless you feel you have a reasonable rep or generous rep, if so, then seal the deal with the good rep.

Hope this helps!
Excellent Points.

[Xtreme2001]

What kind of deal do you think I could get for a couple plan?
I would be a new client, as I do not have a plan with anyone, nor does my spouse.

I was hoping for:
free calling between us.
free calls after 6pm
unlimited weekend
250+ day time minutes shared between us.
free caller id and voice mail
Free cell phones - or cheap ones
$25-30 for the package

Is it possible?
Should I expect something else?

Thanks

[bubble.tea]

What kind of deal do you think I could get for a couple plan?
I would be a new client, as I do not have a plan with anyone, nor does my spouse.

I was hoping for:
free calling between us.
free calls after 6pm
unlimited weekend
250+ day time minutes shared between us.
free caller id and voice mail
Free cell phones - or cheap ones
$25-30 for the package

Is it possible?
Should I expect something else?

Thanks

have you read post #1?

[Joseph88]

What kind of deal do you think I could get for a couple plan?
I would be a new client, as I do not have a plan with anyone, nor does my spouse.

I was hoping for:
free calling between us.
free calls after 6pm
unlimited weekend
250+ day time minutes shared between us.
free caller id and voice mail
Free cell phones - or cheap ones
$25-30 for the package

Is it possible?
Should I expect something else?

Thanks

For new customers, this is what rogers is offering:

Sign Up For Couples Plan and Receive:
1. Receive Double the Minutes on the Primary Line!***
2. 3 Months of Unlimited Minutes and Messages‡
3. First incoming minute FREE for up to 500 calls per month per account1
4. 500 Canadian long distance minutes every month to be used between all members on the same account2
5 Free Early Evening calling for the first 12 Months3
6. FREE local calling between plan members‡‡
7. Now included for FREE - "My Home Circle" allows unlimited local calling between your Rogers Wireless and Rogers Home Phone.

Also, buy one w810 and get the 2nd free.

I think this plan is around $35/month + SAF*2 + 911
http://www.shoprogers.com/store/wireless/services/voice/bogo.asp?shopperID=H0767MPD8MT39HWJ86P2X6Q366BM5VL B

[QtBeBe_Angel]

alrite after several calls finally got:

250 daytime minutes
unlimited evenings/weekends from 6pm
Unlimited incoming calls
call display
100 canadian long distance minutes
All for $25/month

and a w300i for $79.

How did u go upon asking them for the unlimited local calling? I just called and they said that i would have to downgrade my daytime minutes to 100 mins to get that plan.. >.< Btw..where r u located?

[ShaTR]

Also, buy one w810 and get the 2nd free.




Buy a sony erricson W810i or Samsung D807 and recieve a phone for $0*


*$0 offer applies to new 36-month Couples/Family Plan secondary line activations on select handsets.

i doubt you get a second w810i or samsung D807. they will probably give you a v360 or something. which is still a good deal, but not as hot as 2 w810i for 369 on no term. otherise, id sign up and break contract right away :P

[pogs]

So which Nokia phones do they offer that are good phones?

I have a Moto T720(or something like that), and it's a piece of cap.

I have had good success with Nokias. :cheesygri

[bubble.tea]

does anybody have

700min
r2r
unlimited incoming

ignore the cid/vm/early or not
Just those three items...and please say if you got it recently and if it was difficult to get or not.

I was just told r2r & unliminc is 'not compatible'.

[mradikov]

Well,

i phoned today and the CSR did not want to give me anything. (I am on a Blackberry data plan close to $100 all in, 45 data+10 CID+15 unlimmited weekends +system fee))
so i ended up canceling my phone.
i kind of like the blackberry (7100R) but for a personal use find it too much.
do i call again and ask them to reconsider or use the 30 days to look elsvewhere.
any good cell phone deals around?:mad:

[bubble.tea]

went from


500daytime
6pm
CID
SAF 911
$50 before taxes
1000LD ($5 I pay)
VM ($5 I pay)
$50+5+5=$60

Was doing silly overages left right and centre.
TO


700daytime
6pm
CID (+VM+125SMS credited for 1yr)
R2R (was told Unlim Inc OR R2R., both not possible so since 70% of calls are R2R it was only natural to go with that).
SAF 911
$50
1000LD ($5)
$55 total before taxes.


W810 $169 BUT with 1 month credited, which basically bumps that to ~$110 YAdabadooooooooo.

FYI, this took a good negotiation skillness., BUT I'd say 80% was the rep themself who was very indulging and respected the long tenure on this account. The previous rep who I spoke to 2hours prior today didn't offer JACK, and was FULL of attitude :rolleyes: (It's times like those where I WISH Phone-a-Slap was invented).

[ShaTR]

went from


500daytime
6pm
CID
SAF 911
$50 before taxes
1000LD ($5 I pay)
VM ($5 I pay)
$50+5+5=$60

Was doing silly overages left right and centre.
TO


700daytime
6pm
CID (+VM+125SMS credited for 1yr)
R2R (was told Unlim Inc OR R2R., both not possible so since 70% of calls are R2R it was only natural to go with that).
SAF 911
$50
1000LD ($5)
$55 total before taxes.


W810 $169 BUT with 1 month credited, which basically bumps that to ~$110 YAdabadooooooooo.

FYI, this took a good negotiation skillness., BUT I'd say 80% was the rep themself who was very indulging and respected the long tenure on this account. The previous rep who I spoke to 2hours prior today didn't offer JACK, and was FULL of attitude :rolleyes: (It's times like those where I WISH Phone-a-Slap was invented).

did u just get that, or is that the plan you had for the last little while??? btw, what do you do for a living that you need to use ur cell THAT much. i only ask cuz im always in the office, so landline is what clients/suppliers contact me by. cell is only givin to very important people. otherwise, it's for personal use, not business ;)

[Aceyalone]

Well I pmd aceyalone suggesting/pointing out that their comments were, unnecessary., they ignored...and got their ass handed to them. Shall we say..over the next 3-days. :D

http://xs208.xs.to/xs208/06422/aceyalone.PNG


Like others have said here (and I before)... you really need to grow up and get a life!

[bubble.tea]

did u just get that, or is that the plan you had for the last little while??? btw, what do you do for a living that you need to use ur cell THAT much. i only ask cuz im always in the office, so landline is what clients/suppliers contact me by. cell is only givin to :lol: very important people:lol:. otherwise, it's for personal use, not business ;)
lol...you want my SIN to go?

pm sent. :D

Like others have said here (and I before)... you really need to grow up and get a life!

ahh, I see your 3-day ban is over. I hope you learned your lesson, and will behave now.

[st7860]

For people that live in Toronto or Vancouver, City Fidos are still available. and they run on the ROGERS network now so the quality will be the same as Rogers. It'll cost you about $400 for the plan, from www.buysell.com in the cell phone section.

[bubble.tea]

For people that live in Toronto or Vancouver, City Fidos are still available. and they run on the ROGERS network now so the quality will be the same as Rogers. It'll cost you about $400 for the plan, from www.buysell.com in the cell phone section.

OR Victoria or Montreal ;)

the ultimate is the CountryFidos :D What a SICK plan. FYI $400 unnecessarily high guesstimate., can be had for <$300 if the owner isn't into gorging (wants to be reasonable). IMO., a City is ~$300-$400., a Country...yeah sure +$500-800 though I KNOW of people selling it for 1K. :eek: Let's not forget., it IS illegal to sell a wireless plan to anybody as per ROGERS/BELL/TELUS/FIDO terms & conditions.

[coolwind]

coolwind not accepting pms so prolly a fake promo.

Its not a promo... U just have to call the cancellation department and negotiate a deal:)

[Aceyalone]

ahh, I see your 3-day ban is over. I hope you learned your lesson, and will behave now.

No, but I see you're still posting after every other reply like usual.

[photobot]

Fido absolutely refuses to make any deals. I called them like 5 times over last few months. They only give what's on their computer. No deals or negotiations.

Is it possible to switch from Fido to Rogers and keep the same phone #? Did anyone tried?

[mark_in_2k]

Is it possible to switch from Fido to Rogers and keep the same phone #? Did anyone tried?If you can wait until March 14th 2007 (http://www.crtc.gc.ca/archive/ENG/Decisions/2005/dt2005-72.htm), you'll be able to switch your Fido number to any other Canadian carrier.

[monstar]

Just got off the phone with a Customer Service
The lady let me know that there is supposed to be a 'form' thats going on the website tomorrow that lets people interested in Number portability to sign up for and when March rolls around Rogers will contact them to help accomodate them for the switch.


Called in to get a billing error fixed and got credited for it
and since I went over by 5 minutes this term, she gave me 50 bonus mins onto my account too...lol..


Old school incoming plan!

100 weekday + 50 bonus minutes
1000 eve weekend
unlimited incoming
r2r local
1000 r2r long distance
100 canadian long d
cid

25+saf+911

[IceQue]

How did you get 1000 R2R LD? or was that part of ur old plan?

[monstar]

1000 r2r ld wasn't added today
I've had it in the plan for about a year now..

Its funny though, this rep OFFERED me a few plans

She went from 40$ 250 min, etc...

Next she threw the 30$, 100 min, Unlim Eve/Weekend@6 and Unlim Incoming

Then she offered the 25$ 250min, unlim eve/week@6, r2r, cid, 100 cnd ld

[monstar]

I should clarify..

Back when I was changing it to the Unlimited Incoming
There were posts in this forum I think about getting 100ld, 1000 cdn ld, etc
So I had it tacked on then

[pogs]

Okay,

Guyz, this is what I got. I have been a customer for 6 years and I was not on a contract.

I have the same plan as I currently have, but instead of 50 weekday mins, I now have 200 mins.

200 wd mins
e/w unlimited after 6 pm
vm
call display
$25/month
Nokia 6103 (free - as I was partial to Nokia flip phones)

pogs :-0

P.S. Not sure how the phone is, but feel free to post any comments. Also, I didn't really negotiate all that much to see if I could squeeze anything else out of the deal.

P.S. I too thought about waiting till Mar 07, but my Moto T720 was on it's last leg.

[WorldIRC]

If you didn't sign yet, I'd call back, tell em you're willing to sign right away if they can throw in VM for free (making it $20)..

[akz]

unlimited incoming... the temptation ... lol

[GuitarMan]

Okay,

Guyz, this is what I got. I have been a customer for 6 years and I was not on a contract.

I have the same plan as I currently have, but instead of 50 weekday mins, I now have 200 mins.

200 wd mins
e/w unlimited after 6 pm
vm
call display
$25/month
Nokia 6103 (free - as I was partial to Nokia flip phones)

pogs :-0

P.S. Not sure how the phone is, but feel free to post any comments. Also, I didn't really negotiate all that much to see if I could squeeze anything else out of the deal.

P.S. I too thought about waiting till Mar 07, but my Moto T720 was on it's last leg.

Nokia has the best repair time in the industry according to Roger's rep.

[Moebiwankenobi]

Nokia has the best repair time in the industry according to Roger's rep.

If I wasn't partial to my crackberry, Nokia is still my best bet for quality and lasting that 2 years of your upgrade time limit. Moto is much better but still is a crap shoot every time you buy a phone. Sony Ericsson were crappy alone and now just seems to be crappy together.

This is from personal experience and having sold plans and phones for rogers for 5 years.

Feel free to disagree as experiences vary but you can't go wrong with Nokia.

[ShaTR]

nokia's may have the sturdyness, and quality build, but they seem to lack in features. at least for hte price. the N series is quite good, but kinda big, and expensive.

Sony Ericsson W810i (using one now) seem to be pretty sturdy, good reception, and lots of features. great camera, video playback in MPEG4, BT, etc etc, and at a reasonable price.

Moto's seem to be a bit expensive for what your getting, but the style is what your really paying for. also, i havn't seen any phone match the reception of a motorola. even the SLVR which is supposed to have bad reception works extremly well. very fun to mod moto's too! :D

in the end, i would like to try another nokia, but until they come out with something smaller, better looking, and full of features for a good price, i think i'll stick to sony.

ps. really waiting for a phone the size of a slvr and features of a w810i. now THAT would be my ideal phone.

[Jeevan1980]

First of all those of you who wants to be extra nice from the beginning say your wanting to disconnect but before you make this decision you wanted to know if there are any penalties ? they'll say sure but can we ask why you want to disconnect ?. You make sure you got good reasoning and you'll get your deal. For my self i said i text my gf practically every hour and i call her in the evenings and she lives out of city. So i got for $10 unlimited texting and 1000 minutes longdistance canada wide at no cost. + she included 50 extra day time minutes so now i got. Iam on a corporate plan though.
250 minutes Day time $25
1000 Long Distance
Caller ID (Included)
Call Answer (voice message) $5
Text MSG $10
The rest of the other craps like 6.95 etc etc plus tax is all i gotta pay.. and thats a hill of a good deal.

[chlorine]

just called to try to get a retentions plan... absolutely nothing. I can't believe it... maybe the CR rep I talked to was having a bad day.

he did offer the $5 / 1000 mins package which is something I wanted... I might just have to add package for now and take off the Essential Value Pack which my sister is not really using anyway (the VM part anyway).

how long should I wait before I call them again? Should I call back to add the LD minutes first.


My strategy was telling them my gf (my friend actually)... is on a Bell plan (it's corp, but I didn't say that)... listed the details... and stressed the unlimited browser part... and then the guy gives me the reason why Bell is offering that to lure customers to them before EV-DO becomes obselete!!! when HSDPA (he didn't say that word) on Rogers comes out... I'm thinking... I don't give a sh*t ... they have EV-DO now... omg. he didn't try to retain me at all... maybe because he can read my mind that I didn't want to leave :(

[notorius29]

I called up Rogers and this is the deal I got:

$25 for:

250 Weekday minutes
free evenings/weekends starting at 6PM
100 minutes Long Distance in Canada
Caller ID
Voice Mail
3 months picture/video/text messaging
3 months unlimited local calling
Free Nokia 6103 w/ $35 handling fee waived.

I was paying $45 for 700 weekday, 8pm evening/weekends.

Thanks to RFD, I saved money and got a great deal!

:)

[master_wa]

this is what I got. called this morning and was offered
3 yr term
250 daytime
eve/weekends at 6pm
1000 r2r
vm
call display
V360 for 19.99 plus admin fee waived
for $25/month

just called back, talked some more and got the same but
free v360 and $20/month. Not bad. Ive been a customer for about 3-4 yrs and my contract ended a month ago

[bectang]

has anyone tried to renew a 3yr contract, get a 3 month unlimited and then do a HUP and get 3 more months of unlimited local calling?

[bectang]

how did/can you get unlimited incoming attached to the standard 250 weekday plans?

[westsound]

Can any of you experienced members let me know if the following government plan is a deal. I am NOT a Rogers customer yet but want to sign up with Rogers as it seems only Rogers and Fido work in my house. Bell and Telus just suck. I am using Telus and phoned them and was put on hold for hours. They did nothing about it so I decide to switch.
The government plan they offer is
$20/month plus Activation fees and tax of course, 200 mins, free evening and weekends, unlimited Rogers to Rogers.
add $5 more I will get early evening.
Also I would like to know if there is a way for a new customer to negotiate a better plan, or get some features throw in to the plan.
As well, my partner is also a government employee and he will be switching as well, is there a way to get a even better plan.
By the way I live in Vancouver B.C.
Any information or help will be appreciated. Cheers

[crimsondr]

does R2R include text messaging?

[fantom]

unlimited incoming... the temptation ... lol

tell me about it... hmm...

[hsedin]

R2R doesn't include messaging .. i have been trying to add the 125 free txt message sent to my standard plan of 250/CID/VM/R2R with no help.. the reps keep saying that R2R and 125 txt messeages sent are "not compatible and cannot be added together".. but I can see on the board that is not the case.. wish there is a new way for me to say "please add 125 txt msg to my plan" ... lol:mad:

[ShaTR]

R2R doesn't include messaging .. i have been trying to add the 125 free txt message sent to my standard plan of 250/CID/VM/R2R with no help.. the reps keep saying that R2R and 125 txt messeages sent are "not compatible and cannot be added together".. but I can see on the board that is not the case.. wish there is a new way for me to say "please add 125 txt msg to my plan" ... lol:mad:

when i got the 125 txt, it was by luck. i called in, spoke to them about the "campus calling" thing, and if it was possible for me, as a student (not), to have my R2R voice replaced with campus calling (R2R voice+txt). he said thats now how campus calling works anymore (has to be with the CC plan) but he could add on 1000 R2R txts with a %5 credit. anyways, ended up with $5 more credit on all 5 accounts, and 125txt plan on 3, and 30txt plan on 2. so i got a $1 discount as well as txt :D

the way i see it, they will never give you what you want, but if you make it sound like you'll settle, they'll give you something. shoot for 2500 txt, see what they offer. you may be pleasently surprised at what happens.

oh, also, don't call in too often. wait a month or so, then call back.

[hsedin]

ShaTR, thanks a ton for your tip.. will definitely give it a try sometime.. i renewed last month so perhaps will wait till November to try

[IrishAssassin]

You can do the same with Bell Mobility and ExpressVu. If your not under contract call and tell them you want to cancel, their transfer you to retention if your not already, and they will offer you like 3-6-9 months free, or like 50% off for the next year.

[notorius29]

I called up Rogers and this is the deal I got:

$25 for:

250 Weekday minutes
free evenings/weekends starting at 6PM
100 minutes Long Distance in Canada
Caller ID
Voice Mail
3 months picture/video/text messaging
3 months unlimited local calling
Free Nokia 6103 w/ $35 handling fee waived.

I was paying $45 for 700 weekday, 8pm evening/weekends.

Thanks to RFD, I saved money and got a great deal!

:)

This is an update. I received my phone in the mail today but there was something wrong with the order. I called Rogers back and was being nice to the CSR but he pretty much was saying I was "lying" about my previous call-in. Anyway, I got to speak to a manager eventually and got credit back for the incorrect shipment but she "red flagged" my account and told me the next time I was to call into retension to get a hardware upgrade I would have to pay for it. I told her, I've been a customer for 8 yrs and next year when I can switch carriers and take my number with me that I'd be doing that and my reasoning was because the way she was treating me. She said "fine, I was costing them too much money anyway!"......how's that for service???? I've been paying for a $45/month plan for the last 5 years and that is how I get ragged on!

[bubble.tea]

.....oh, also, don't call in too often. wait a month or so, then call back.

you call in monthly you sunnuva????
:twisted:

notorius29...what exactly was 'wrong' with your order?

NEWSFLASH., as per a new thread on hofo., November 1 will see certain phones come with 1Gb memory cards, and the W810 with a 4Gb card. This is over the standard in box accessories. VERY AWESOME. Online registration for this with approved 3yr contracts post-purchase will be required for a separate mail-out.

Also reported by ONE person (don't whine if it turns out this person was lying) a new imo turbografix essential package that basically tailors to the insane CID/VM/name disp/call disp/1000picture/video/2500sms/2mb navigate mobile type user. $20 all in'ish?!?!?!?. No confirmations if this is a regular customer service available plan, or a retention one. HOWEVER., imo...at the price and FEATURES alone of the plan., it seems this is a retention one. If anybody has received it recently feel free to fill in the holes.

[notorius29]

you call in monthly
notorius29...what exactly was 'wrong' with your order?


Well the CSR told me I can get the Nokia 6103 for free if I extended my plan to 3 yrs but if I wanted a BT Headset I'd have to pay $29.99 extra. I asked them which BTHS and she said the Nokia on the Rogers site. I checked it out while I was on the line with her and I liked what I saw so I said OK. When my order arrived I got a different BTHS than what she said. It was a Nokia, but not the one displayed on their site. I called back to ask for the one on the website but the CSR I spoke to told me that I paid $29.99 for the phone and the headset was included. I tried to explain but he said that nowhere on file it said I got the phone for free and paid $29.99 for the headset. Bottomline he said was that I paid for the phone and the BTHS comes with the phone. Did anyone else get the Nokia 6103 with a BlueTooth Headset included?

[ecgz88]

This is an update. I received my phone in the mail today but there was something wrong with the order. I called Rogers back and was being nice to the CSR but he pretty much was saying I was "lying" about my previous call-in. Anyway, I got to speak to a manager eventually and got credit back for the incorrect shipment but she "red flagged" my account and told me the next time I was to call into retension to get a hardware upgrade I would have to pay for it. I told her, I've been a customer for 8 yrs and next year when I can switch carriers and take my number with me that I'd be doing that and my reasoning was because the way she was treating me. She said "fine, I was costing them too much money anyway!"......how's that for service???? I've been paying for a $45/month plan for the last 5 years and that is how I get ragged on!

are you prepared to pay early terminal fee at Mar 2007?:)

[Tig]

omg...RN...all I have to say is: THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!

About 6 months ago, I quit my job and dived into the IT consultant market. As a result, my cells phone usage during the day skyrocketted and my monthly bills have exceeded $150...

this morning, I happened upon your thread and, on a whim, decided to dial *611 and told CS that I wanted to cancel.

Just like you said, as soon as I mentioned that I wanted to cancel, that was the end of the convo, and they forwarded me straight to retention.

Once there, I switched my tone completely and very politely explained to the rep my situation. She listened carefully and then asked me if I could wait a moment, to which I replied "no problem, take your time"...

when she came back on the phone, she offered me:

unlimited eve-wks 6:00PM - 8:00AM plus 700 daytime minutes for $50.

I basically ***** myself and accepted....

thank you again so much...because of your post I was able to cut my rogers bill by more than half...

[Alvito]

i have 15 dollars credit on my account now, if i change to the student plan $40 dollar plan, would it be 25?


thanks!

[IceQue]

Also reported by ONE person (don't whine if it turns out this person was lying) a new imo turbografix essential package that basically tailors to the insane CID/VM/name disp/call disp/1000picture/video/2500sms/2mb navigate mobile type user. $20 all in'ish?!?!?!?. No confirmations if this is a regular customer service available plan, or a retention one. HOWEVER., imo...at the price and FEATURES alone of the plan., it seems this is a retention one. If anybody has received it recently feel free to fill in the holes.


That is true, My friend works up at rogers they going to offer that now.

[ecgz88]

Can somebody told me do I have to renew the contract to get a better plan or probably not? :)

Thanks!

[ShaTR]

Can somebody told me do I have to renew the contract to get a better plan or probably not? :)

Thanks!

usually, when they offer you a retentions plan, they give you extra's on the condidtion that you renew your contract. you can probably get a decent deal without renewing, but if you renew, it'll be a much better deal. also, if you do a hardware upgrade, it will usually cover the cost of the early cancellation fee ($200) for the most part, if not in full. so just get a good phone for a good price, sell it for $200 more than what you paid for it, and you break even. hope you got all that.

Also reported by ONE person (don't whine if it turns out this person was lying) a new imo turbografix essential package that basically tailors to the insane CID/VM/name disp/call disp/1000picture/video/2500sms/2mb navigate mobile type user. $20 all in'ish?!?!?!?. No confirmations if this is a regular customer service available plan, or a retention one. HOWEVER., imo...at the price and FEATURES alone of the plan., it seems this is a retention one. If anybody has received it recently feel free to fill in the holes.

i can't believe i didn't see that. more than i need, but still a wikid price for all above mentioned features. if you have VM, CID, and SMS, it makes sence to get that package. you don't pay any more, and you get name display, video, 2mbn navigate for the same price. not bad!

[fantom]

That is true, My friend works up at rogers they going to offer that now.

anyone has a confirmation on this, meaning anyone GOT THIS DEAL himself already?

[Ch28]

Perhaps that plan is Rogers way of trying to lock up as many customers as possible before March.

[weedb0y]

Perhaps that plan is Rogers way of trying to lock up as many customers as possible before March.

but thats just a ADD-ON, they can't lock ppl in but they can definately increase their Revenue per line though. I will add this for TXTing! Been looking for SMS package for a while now!

I been meaning to call them to get back my $50 plan, but I am waiting a little to see what better plans they come with near march!

[robberducky]

Is corp HUP pricing for the w810i going to change on Nov. 1st? Should I buy it over the phone or go to a retailer...and if so, which one (in Ottawa area)?

[WorldIRC]

Is corp HUP pricing for the w810i going to change on Nov. 1st? Should I buy it over the phone or go to a retailer...and if so, which one (in Ottawa area)?

If you are HUP'ing in Ottawa, visit Jon or Gen in Rogers Plus @ Orleans mall or John @ Rockliffe.

[nise]

I am on a family plan and my contract is up. i now just want two new phones but have no need to change my plan. I have phoned them and they offered me two sony 8101i's for $154.00 each and wave the 35$ activation fee for both. is this a good deal or should i keep trying to get better? has anyone been given good deals on upgrading their phones? i also have cable, home phone and internet with them. thanks for any info.

[st7860]

Is corp HUP pricing for the w810i going to change on Nov. 1st? Should I buy it over the phone or go to a retailer...and if so, which one (in Ottawa area)?


1-866-363-9712. rogers corporate HUP line

[IceQue]

anyone has a confirmation on this, meaning anyone GOT THIS DEAL himself already?

Nobody should have it, doesnt come in effect till Nov 1st.

[StoneColdWhat]

hmmm I was lookin to switch 1 phone over from personal to family plan with 2 phones, should I wait till nov 1st then ?

[fantom]

Nobody should have it, doesnt come in effect till Nov 1st.

sweet. waiting for a few days then... ;)

[crowdpuller]

omg...RN...all I have to say is: THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!

About 6 months ago, I quit my job and dived into the IT consultant market. As a result, my cells phone usage during the day skyrocketted and my monthly bills have exceeded $150...

this morning, I happened upon your thread and, on a whim, decided to dial *611 and told CS that I wanted to cancel.

Just like you said, as soon as I mentioned that I wanted to cancel, that was the end of the convo, and they forwarded me straight to retention.

Once there, I switched my tone completely and very politely explained to the rep my situation. She listened carefully and then asked me if I could wait a moment, to which I replied "no problem, take your time"...

when she came back on the phone, she offered me:

unlimited eve-wks 6:00PM - 8:00AM plus 700 daytime minutes for $50.

I basically ***** myself and accepted....

thank you again so much...because of your post I was able to cut my rogers bill by more than half...


I thought this plan was not available anymore :confused:

[bubble.tea]

I thought this plan was not available anymore :confused:

you were mistaken.

[mlc2000]

I just called Customer Retention.
They there wasn;t much I can do with my corporate plan of $20/mo with 250 minutes,etc.
But I made a stink about the long distance, and they offered me the long distance minutes for $5 more per month.

[MMMM]

Hey All,


Thanks for the info. I lost my phone and I am one year into a three year plan. Using the info here I managed to get:

a new phone for free
Bluetooth headset for free (nokia Hs-4w)
1000 long didstance minutes
unlimited evening & weekends 8am-6pm
350 minutes

$45

[mescalito]

how did you manage to get a new phone?

do you have to renew your contract to get one?

im on a 3 year that ends next september - is it worth getting a retention?

[Haz]

I am on a family plan and my contract is up. i now just want two new phones but have no need to change my plan. I have phoned them and they offered me two sony 8101i's for $154.00 each and wave the 35$ activation fee for both. is this a good deal or should i keep trying to get better? has anyone been given good deals on upgrading their phones? i also have cable, home phone and internet with them. thanks for any info.
Rumblings over at Hofo stated that the W810i will be $149.99 on 3 yr starting Nov 1st. This package will include the 1GB card + some online registration for a free 4GB card.

Got my used unbranded/unlocked W810i w/ 1GB just over month ago for $245. :mad: :mad: :mad:

My HUP's coming the end of November so I might see if I can get a deal on the K790a...

[Diamond_Ace]

how did you manage to get a new phone?

do you have to renew your contract to get one?

im on a 3 year that ends next september - is it worth getting a retention?

I was also one year into my 3 year contract when I lost my phone. I politely asked to cancel since I didn't feel like buying a new phone so they offered me a whole bunch of low end phones for $0 and $35 activation fee. I said I'd think about it and then called back a few days later to reject the offer and continue with cancelling. The rep then offered me the Sony Ericson Z520A for free with free activation if I extended my plan by another 3 months and he credited me for one month since I had 'lost the use of the service by losing the phone'. My plan was supposed to expire july 08 but now it expires oct 08.

It is:

200 weekday
8pm-8am unlimited
weekends unlimited
CID
VM
100 LD
$20 + fees

[eltonkk]

Rumblings over at Hofo stated that the W810i will be $149.99 on 3 yr starting Nov 1st. This package will include the 1GB card + some online registration for a free 4GB card.

Got my used unbranded/unlocked W810i w/ 1GB just over month ago for $245. :mad: :mad: :mad:

My HUP's coming the end of November so I might see if I can get a deal on the K790a...

What is Hofo?

[bubble.tea]

........ is it worth getting a retention?

1- did you read post $#1
2- Um...I don't think it is EVER NOT worth getting in on this hot deal.

[Alvito]

What is Hofo?

howardforums.com

[mescalito]

1- did you read post $#1
2- Um...I don't think it is EVER NOT worth getting in on this hot deal.

even if i dont want to extend my current contract?

or should i while getting a new phone for free and just worry about it later?

[bubble.tea]

even if i dont want to extend my current contract?

or should i while getting a new phone for free and just worry about it later?
the latter.

worse case scenario., THERE'LL ALWAYS be someone ready to take over a 'retention' plan, IF NOT PAY for it.

[jtcb]

My HUP's coming the end of November so I might see if I can get a deal on the K790a...

I think K790a will be $249.99 with a three year contract. Sonystyle.ca is pre-ordering it for $499.99. Which is better and cheaper? Rogers one will be locked with restriction.

[bubble.tea]

.... Rogers one will be locked with restriction.

lol...I couldn't resist...sowwie.

Can it be locked withOUT restrictions??? :lol:

[clipz]

Do you guys think you can do this same thing with rogers cable? in example call Rogers and say you want to cancel? has anyone tried this and if so what kind of deals do they offer you?

[Alvito]

If i change plans will i still keep my credits?

Also, does the 40 dollar student plan include caller id? can someone provide a link to everything thats included? I think it was posted up here before.

[yikesdd]

I think K790a will be $249.99 with a three year contract. Sonystyle.ca is pre-ordering it for $499.99. Which is better and cheaper? Rogers one will be locked with restriction.

wat restrictions did rogers add??

[st7860]

you can get those 3.2megapixel cybershot sony phones from www.cellworldco.com or www.easycell.ca

[eltonkk]

Nov 1st it is & CONFIRMED. Originally had placed a k790 on hold when it comes in from a Rogers I've been dealing with for 7 or 8 years now. They say it might be limited quantites. Phoned today and asked if they know when they'll start the 4gb/1gb deal...and they say tomorrow.

I'm still deciding whether to get the k790 which is a newer model...or the white w810i and then sell the 4gb on ebay. The RFD spirit tells me to get the w810i and sell the card and get it as a free phone deal...which is what the dealer suggested also...since aside from the 3.2mp they're pretty much similar.

What do you guys say?

[mescalito]

yep just did it

got the

250/unlimited evenings weekends

for 20

then the voicemail/call display/text message/whocalled/LD/local calling

for 15

after tax and service fees etc its 45 bones

amaaaazing

[Haz]

I think K790a will be $249.99 with a three year contract. Sonystyle.ca is pre-ordering it for $499.99. Which is better and cheaper? Rogers one will be locked with restriction.
Yeah, I heard about the price. Pretty good especially if the 1GB registration bonus happens.

wat restrictions did rogers add??

Stupid DRM lock and lack of Flash Lite support. That's one reason I got an unlocked/unbranded W810i instead of going through Rogers. I'm pretty sure the trend will continue with the K790a but I'm gonna wait to see how much it'll cost me to undo all those crappy restrictions.

[mescalito]

can anyone confirm that since i had to extended my contract that i am entitled to a phone upgrade too? like the v360 for 19.99???

[weedb0y]

can anyone confirm that since i had to extended my contract that i am entitled to a phone upgrade too? like the v360 for 19.99???

Yes, why else do you think they are able to subsidize the cost of the phone? Through your long term revenues!

Btw, can the $20 txt/vm option be added online?

[bubble.tea]

.........which is what the dealer suggested also.....

lol...the DEALER suggested this/? funny.

[knight]

hey guys ,

I just called to get the 125 txt msgs added which I did with no problems but my 25 free bonus minutes disappeared! I called them again and they said whenever they do "account maintenence " this things gets removed but I never changed my plan all that happened is a change of bundle ( I already had VM and CID and there is a bundle which you can now get from an CSr for 10 which includes VM/CID/125txt so I asked to bundle so i can get the 125 txt msgs )

my current plan

$25

250 daytime
unlimited r2r
weeknight 6 - 8am and weekends
100 LD
Vm/CID/125 txt

with all the other stuff like ( 3 month unlimited txt/vid/pic msging and 6 month unlimtd calling ) 3 yr contract


the customer relation would not give me the 25 min back i told him I just had it and it should only be removed when i change my plan but he said "it was an error in the system and the sytem corrects it when you add or change features" !

Any ideas?

[mescalito]

you can call this late?

[knight]

you can call this late?

it was a bit ago around 9

[mescalito]

Yes, why else do you think they are able to subsidize the cost of the phone? Through your long term revenues!

Btw, can the $20 txt/vm option be added online?

ah they want too much

69.99 for the v360 + 35 dollar activation fee

what a rip! 19.99 for new customers!

[Tsukagi]

if there's nothing stopping me from staying w/ rogers, i would just cancel and resign up for the cheaper price....not a problem for me to change my cell #.

[st7860]

if there's nothing stopping me from staying w/ rogers, i would just cancel and resign up for the cheaper price....not a problem for me to change my cell #.

Yeah. i'd be really insulted too if I had an existing account and found out someone that just signed up got it for $19.99

[eltonkk]

ah they want too much

69.99 for the v360 + 35 dollar activation fee

what a rip! 19.99 for new customers!

My online hup price for the v360 is $19.99 for 3 year renew & $69.99 for 2 year renew...which is same as their new customer price. Maybe you were just looking at the shorter renewal?

I'm still waiting for some suggestions...as of today, the k790 showed up on my hup list online, $249.99. While the w810i went down to $149.99. Also, they introduced a new d807x for $99.99...which I think the only difference with d807 ($149.99) is no memory card included. Which one should I go for? I want to do the hup now! I've been egliable for hup for a few months now.

[gerald]

This may or may not be in this thread but at over 400 pages it might take a while for me to find it.

Does anyone know if or when we're able to keep our cell phone numbers if we switch carriers?

I apologize in advance if this has been discussed previously.

[mescalito]

yeah, now that i see it - the v360 is actually 0 after a mail in rebate

i even talked to them on the phone, and the guy gave me a different price

im thinking the samsung x507 now though 69.99 - 50 MIR is not bad

[bubble.tea]

This may or may not be in this thread but at over 400 pages it might take a while for me to find it.

Does anyone know if or when we're able to keep our cell phone numbers if we switch carriers?

I apologize in advance if this has been discussed previously.

This forum allows /search within thread/ feature.

Had you done that (maybe you didn't know it was possible, and that's okay ;)- now you do) you would've searched for keyword 'number portability' and resulted in 15 matches.

If you have any more Q's ask away ;).

[Mad.Whack]

This forum allows /search within thread/ feature.

Had you done that (maybe you didn't know it was possible, and that's okay ;)- now you do) you would've searched for keyword 'number portability' and resulted in 15 matches.

If you have any more Q's ask away ;).

He probably wouldn't have searched "number portability" even if he knew how to search.... Why not just answer his question?

Answer: In March 2007 you should be able to switch providers (assuming you aren't in a contract)

[gerald]

Thanks Mad.Whack for the answer!

BTW, I did not know about the searching within a thread option and would never have thought of 'number portability' in a million years.

I did search the entire site for 'keep cell number' but came up with a lot of threads that were not even associated with cell phones or Rogers.

[happyplato]

My online hup price for the v360 is $19.99 for 3 year renew & $69.99 for 2 year renew...which is same as their new customer price. Maybe you were just looking at the shorter renewal?

I'm still waiting for some suggestions...as of today, the k790 showed up on my hup list online, $249.99. While the w810i went down to $149.99. Also, they introduced a new d807x for $99.99...which I think the only difference with d807 ($149.99) is no memory card included. Which one should I go for? I want to do the hup now! I've been egliable for hup for a few months now.

I too got my eyes on the K790. Can anyone got the phone with a plan renewal tell me what sort of deals you can get? I heard it comes with 1GB card, but on the website, it list a 64MB card. So, which card size does it comes with?

[pcpro]

still need to try this...can ne1 confirm that it has worked recently?..

[mescalito]

still need to try this...can ne1 confirm that it has worked recently?..

i did it yesterday

go back a page man!

[fantom]

wow, you guys should check out the new "megaplans" that just came into effect today...

how does this sound:

250 daytime mins
unlimited evenings after 6pm
unlimited weekends
caller id
unlimited rogers to rogers AND unlimited incoming calls

$42/month

now, there is a credit of $7/month for the first 12 months, which brings this price down to $35/month + tax + SAF.

DAMN!

Anyone gets a plan like this WITH text messaging and voicemail included for less than $45 (after taxes and SAF) let me know (PM me).

[knight]

hey guys ,

I just called to get the 125 txt msgs added which I did with no problems but my 25 free bonus minutes disappeared! I called them again and they said whenever they do "account maintenence " this things gets removed but I never changed my plan all that happened is a change of bundle ( I already had VM and CID and there is a bundle which you can now get from an CSr for 10 which includes VM/CID/125txt so I asked to bundle so i can get the 125 txt msgs )

my current plan

$25

250 daytime
unlimited r2r
weeknight 6 - 8am and weekends
100 LD
Vm/CID/125 txt

with all the other stuff like ( 3 month unlimited txt/vid/pic msging and 6 month unlimtd calling ) 3 yr contract


the customer relation would not give me the 25 min back i told him I just had it and it should only be removed when i change my plan but he said "it was an error in the system and the sytem corrects it when you add or change features" !

Any ideas?

anybody?

[ShaTR]

anyone notice that the 'no contract' price for a k790a from rogers is cheaper than anywhere else at 409.99. id just buy from rogers, and get it unlocked and your still ahead 50 bucks or so.

IMO, a good price if a HUP is not an option for you (or you don't wanna lock in a contract)

[starR]

where did you see this new megatime posted....i wasn't able to see it on the Rogers webiste?

wow, you guys should check out the new "megaplans" that just came into effect today...

how does this sound:

250 daytime mins
unlimited evenings after 6pm
unlimited weekends
caller id
unlimited rogers to rogers AND unlimited incoming calls

$42/month

now, there is a credit of $7/month for the first 12 months, which brings this price down to $35/month + tax + SAF.

DAMN!

Anyone gets a plan like this WITH text messaging and voicemail included for less than $45 (after taxes and SAF) let me know (PM me).

[st7860]

wow, you guys should check out the new "megaplans" that just came into effect today...

how does this sound:

250 daytime mins
unlimited evenings after 6pm
unlimited weekends
caller id
unlimited rogers to rogers AND unlimited incoming calls

$42/month

now, there is a credit of $7/month for the first 12 months, which brings this price down to $35/month + tax + SAF.

DAMN!

Anyone gets a plan like this WITH text messaging and voicemail included for less than $45 (after taxes and SAF) let me know (PM me).


thats still not as good as what people get here

[eliteblaze]

there's a huge difference between in market offers and retentions offers!

[fantom]

where did you see this new megatime posted....i wasn't able to see it on the Rogers webiste?

cuz it's a retentions plan, as far as I know.

thats still not as good as what people get here

somewhat true... but this is the ONLY offer that includes both Unlimited R2R and Incoming calls.

hence my "plea" for anyone to get a better plan... so I actually have a proof of a cheaper alternative for the next time I call in ;)

[grah7830]

I tried this last week before finding this thread and got:

250 Anytime Minutes
Unlimited Evenings/Weekends After 6pm
Unlimited R2R
Unlimited Incoming Calls
Digital Call Display

For $25/month.

They also gave me a Samsung D807 for $99 with the administration fee waived.

I added voicemail for $5 and 30 text messages (sent, unlimited received) for $3, which are their standard rates.

[ShaTR]

I tried this last week before finding this thread and got:

250 Anytime Minutes
Unlimited Evenings/Weekends After 6pm
Unlimited R2R
Unlimited Incoming Calls
Digital Call Display

For $25/month.

They also gave me a Samsung D807 for $99 with the administration fee waived.

I added voicemail for $5 and 30 text messages (sent, unlimited received) for $3, which are their standard rates.


why would you get a $3 txt package. unless you use all 30 every month, its probably gonna work out to the same as if you didn't have a package.

no package - 20 txt = $3 or 30txt = $4.50

so if your probably only gonna be using about 20 of them on average, no point in the plan. the $6 and $10 are the only good txt plans.

[grah7830]

why would you get a $3 txt package. unless you use all 30 every month, its probably gonna work out to the same as if you didn't have a package.

no package - 20 txt = $3 or 30txt = $4.50

so if your probably only gonna be using about 20 of them on average, no point in the plan. the $6 and $10 are the only good txt plans.

I will probably use between 20-30 text messages a month...but, even if I don't, it's still just a couple of bucks. No big loss.

[ShaTR]

three dollaz a loooooot of munneyyy!!!!!!!! :lol:

[hybrid.09]

Any new updates?

I was looking to change me and my mom's plan.

This what she has now:150/Unltd Eve/Weekend Plan - $35.00
Call Display - 5.00
911 Emergency Svc Access Fee - 0.05
System Access Fee - 6.95
Voicemail - 5.00

Total usage charges - 30.55
Total Wireless charges - $83.00
Better Choice Bundles 15% Disc savings of 4.50
Monthly Plan Credit savings of 5.00
Net Wireless charges - $73.50
G.S.T. - 4.41
P.S.T. - 5.88
Your total new charges - $83.79Is there anything better? Because she uses extra ~100 min on the weekday side, anything that will save money?

Also, for my plan, I have:100/1000 Eve/Weekend Plan - $25.00
911 Emergency Svc Access Fee - 0.05
System Access Fee - 6.95
Essential Value Pack - 10.00

Total usage charges - 14.45
Total Wireless charges - $56.90
Better Choice Bundles 15% Disc savings of 3.75
Net Wireless charges - $53.15
G.S.T. - 3.19
P.S.T. - 4.25
Your total new charges - $60.59I use around like ~60 minutes extra for weekday, but I have a 100 minute bonus on the plan, so basically 200 min.

Anyway to save some money on our wireless bill?

Thanks in advance.

[IceQue]

Any new updates?

I was looking to change me and my mom's plan.

This what she has now:Is there anything better? Because she uses extra ~100 min on the weekday side, anything that will save money?

Also, for my plan, I have:I use around like ~60 minutes extra for weekday, but I have a 100 minute bonus on the plan, so basically 200 min.

Anyway to save some money on our wireless bill?

Thanks in advance.


those are some real crappy plans.

[hybrid.09]

those are some real crappy plans.I know. But I've been paying what you see for about a year now, anyone want to suggest anything to help lower ma bills?

[total90]

I have a few questions concerning a Rogers Corporate HUP, and hopefully someone can answer them for me:
1) Is it possible to waive the activation fee of $35.00?
2) What is the current upgrading price for Sony Ericsson W810i (White)?
3) Is it possible for me to get the 4GB memory card?

Thanks!

[hybrid.09]

I have a few questions concerning a Rogers Corporate HUP, and hopefully someone can answer them for me:
1) Is it possible to waive the activation fee of $35.00?
2) What is the current upgrading price for Sony Ericsson W810i (White)?
3) Is it possible for me to get the 4GB memory card?

Thanks!Depends, sometimes they will waive the fee. I'm not too sure about the price on the W810i, call in to double check, and I think (correct me if wrong) the 4GB card only :confused: comes on new 3yr activations.

Let me know If it comes even with HUP :)

[total90]

I actually ordered the Sony Ericsson W810i (White) two days ago, and I received it yesterday, but it didn't work (white screen and won't shut down). I returned it earlier today, and found out the HUP price has dropped starting today. I also heard about the 4GB memory card. I guess I will call in again and check, and will keep you posted.

[Homer88]

I have a few questions concerning a Rogers Corporate HUP, and hopefully someone can answer them for me:
1) Is it possible to waive the activation fee of $35.00?
2) What is the current upgrading price for Sony Ericsson W810i (White)?
3) Is it possible for me to get the 4GB memory card?

Thanks!

1) Yes
2) $100
3) You should be

I just called in about an hour ago for a K790 and got 50 dollars off the online price and the activation fee was waived.

[happyplato]

1) Yes
2) $100
3) You should be

I just called in about an hour ago for a K790 and got 50 dollars off the online price and the activation fee was waived.

Since you mention activation fee, this is a new plan? Did you have to do the MIR to get the 1GB card?

[jvaf]

any thing good with the famil plans?

with rogers for an existing customer?

[happyplato]

I actually ordered the Sony Ericsson W810i (White) two days ago, and I received it yesterday, but it didn't work (white screen and won't shut down). I returned it earlier today, and found out the HUP price has dropped starting today. I also heard about the 4GB memory card. I guess I will call in again and check, and will keep you posted.

It's new 3 yrs or HUP for the memory card. You can get your 4GB card at here:
www.rogers.com/memorypromo

[mescalito]

is it better do get a hardware uprade: on the phone, in store, or online?

[hybrid.09]

If anyone has suggestions for my problem, please post it up here or PM me.

Do you think If I get this:250 Anytime Minutes
Unlimited Evenings/Weekends After 6pm
Unlimited R2R
Unlimited Incoming Calls
Digital Call Display

For $25/month.for both me and my mom, it'd be good or no? Also, If I get a W810 with the 4GB on HUP, how many years they extend my plan, or they don't?

[mescalito]

If anyone has suggestions for my problem, please post it up here or PM me.

Do you think If I get this:for both me and my mom, it'd be good or no? Also, If I get a W810 with the 4GB on HUP, how many years they extend my plan, or they don't?

yea man, sounds great - if its cheaper then what you were paying go for it

you can extend your plan 2 or 3 years on hardware upgrades

[Homer88]

Since you mention activation fee, this is a new plan? Did you have to do the MIR to get the 1GB card?

I'm answering somebody elses question on a Corp HUP so obviously I'm doing a Corporate HUP? =P. And I called like an hour ago so I haven't done the "MIR" yet.

[mescalito]

Also, is there anyway to cancel and not pay the cancellation fees, and then just sign for like a one year contact, because I'm already on start of year 2 of my 3 year plan.

And, why did it say this??? Why is it 14.45 :confused: and how did it come to "Your total new charges - $60.59" in the end?

no


and thats 14.45 in overages

[hybrid.09]

Yeah, sorry. I deleted my post after I figured it out.

I'm pretty slow, I think I was reading the wrong thing.

[jtcb]

Anyone got the K790a from Rogers yet? What kind of restrictions are there? Does it come with a 64mb M2 or 1GB or none?

[ibear]

It's new 3 yrs or HUP for the memory card. You can get your 4GB card at here:
www.rogers.com/memorypromo

just tried and it shows that:

"Thank you for your request. Unfortunately at this time the handset you have purchase is not eligible for this promotion. Please try again in 5 business days. "

what's that? if i am eligible, then i should get it. if not, why ask me try again? strange...

[monstar]

Don't you have to HUP and resign 3 years not 2 for this promotion to be valid?

And it would make sense that if you're going to the promo link and you just bought the phone that it wouldn't work right away. As I'm sure they have to be added to the system and they don't update simultaneously? So waiting 5 business days seems normal since by that time the phone gets to you and all proper paperwork has been done

[hybrid.09]

just tried and it shows that:

"Thank you for your request. Unfortunately at this time the handset you have purchase is not eligible for this promotion. Please try again in 5 business days. "

what's that? if i am eligible, then i should get it. if not, why ask me try again? strange...When did you get the phone?

[hybrid.09]

Account must be activated or hardware upgraded via the Hardware Upgrade Program between November 1, 2006 and December 31, 2006 to be eligible for the Expandable Memory Offer.

This offer is valid only on new activations with a 36-month service agreement or to existing customers who have upgraded their hardware via the Hardware Upgrade Program, and while supplies last.

[hybrid.09]

Anyone got the K790a from Rogers yet? What kind of restrictions are there? Does it come with a 64mb M2 or 1GB or none?I think 64 stock, then you can get 1GB after.

Same restrictions as like W810

[ecgz88]

just talk with Rogers. I asked them to match Canadia Tire deal (offered by Bell, CAD 27.5 200Min+Unlimited EVE/WEEKENDS from 6PM+Call Diplay+Voice Mail+SAF Waived:cheesygri ), but they can't do anything. :( Just offer me free Voice Mail ($5 Credit).

I'll wait 2007 Mar to see what happened at that time.:cheesygri

[hybrid.09]

just talk with Rogers. I asked them to match Canadia Tire deal (offered by Bell, CAD 27.5 200Min+Unlimited EVE/WEEKENDS from 6PM+Call Diplay+Voice Mail+SAF Waived:cheesygri ), but they can't do anything. :( Just offer me free Voice Mail ($5 Credit).

I'll wait 2007 Mar to see what happened at that time.:cheesygriMarch 2007 is when you can keep your # but change providers right?

[Homeo]

Called Rogers yesterday re the K790.

It's not available for sale yet. Called retailers too.. no-one to my knowledge has the hardware yet. they say next week sometime
K790 does NOT come with external memory at all.. i believe the 64MB is INTERNAL.
anyone know if the brown casing for this phone is available somewhere? the brown one is a nice variation from typical black/white/silver phones out there.

[idesign]

Hi some people got
"250 Anytime Minutes
Unlimited Evenings/Weekends After 6pm
Unlimited R2R
Unlimited Incoming Calls
Digital Call Display

For $25/month."

If Any one can hook me up with this same plan on my current 2 year ended plan.I will pay $" Pm me please

[Mad.Whack]

Hi some people got
"250 Anytime Minutes
Unlimited Evenings/Weekends After 6pm
Unlimited R2R
Unlimited Incoming Calls
Digital Call Display

For $25/month."

If Any one can hook me up with this same plan on my current 2 year ended plan.I will pay $" Pm me please

I doubt it's a legit plan :/

[crimsondr]

currently i have 2x$5 credits on my account for CD/VM each... is it possible for me to cancel CD/VM and add an essentials pack with the text messaging? or will i lose the credits when i cancel CD/VM?

[Mad.Whack]

currently i have 2x$5 credits on my account for CD/VM each... is it possible for me to cancel CD/VM and add an essentials pack with the text messaging? or will i lose the credits when i cancel CD/VM?

Check your account online. If beside the credit it says "To be removed 'date' " it probably is linked to the feature.

If not it may not be linked.

I've asked a rogers CSR the same question.

[crimsondr]

Check your account online. If beside the credit it says "To be removed 'date' " it probably is linked to the feature.

If not it may not be linked.

I've asked a rogers CSR the same question.

They are listed simply as
Call Display Credit
Monthly Plan Credit

[siwo]

Allrigghhtt... all Rogers users.

I have a friend who hooked me up. It's not easy but it happened. I had to pay an initial fee of $69 but its good for me and now, I have a corp 200 plan.

200 Anytime
Unlimited Eve/Wknd starting at 6PM
Cdn Corporate long distance (what the heck is this?)
Voicemail
Network Featres
Detailed Billing
Exact Pricing (per second billing)
30 Text sent/month

total for $30.50

NO SYSTEM ACCESS FEE, NO 911 FEE <-- this I like :)
I get 15% off cause I have my Cable and Internet bundled.

Cheers,
siwo

[spdztr]

Kind of off topic, but since I can't access Hofo from work, I thought I'd ask here..

When I log in to my Rogers account, and try to do a HUP online (last HUP was in March), two oddities occur:
1 - Price for white 810i is 149, but black is 199 (both after $50 MIR).
2 - On the next page, it tells me that the admin fee is 0, and makes no mention of any early HUP fees.

What do you guys think, can I do the HUP and then argue afterwords if they try to charge me for anything? (with a screenshot of the page)

[heymrdj]

Kind of off topic, but I have a small business and am wondering if anyone has received any good loyalty/retention offers from Rogers for their small biz accounts?

I've heard they offer $75 per line if you switch from a competitor, can anyone confirm this? I'm with Bell right now and am considering switching but want to know what kinds of offers they offer for new/existing customers.

Thank you! :D

[eltonkk]

Kind of off topic, but since I can't access Hofo from work, I thought I'd ask here..

When I log in to my Rogers account, and try to do a HUP online (last HUP was in March), two oddities occur:
1 - Price for white 810i is 149, but black is 199 (both after $50 MIR).
2 - On the next page, it tells me that the admin fee is 0, and makes no mention of any early HUP fees.

What do you guys think, can I do the HUP and then argue afterwords if they try to charge me for anything? (with a screenshot of the page)

I don't think it will be a problem. It's like an error they made a few moths ago. Their IT screwed up and my friend did HUP 1 after 1...all using the same phone number. He ended up getting a few different phone that he liked and never got a single call from Rogers.

The only thing is he didn't tell me till after they fixed the bug and I'm still using my v3 from a year and a half ago. :cry: But then again...if I did do the hup then...I wouldn't be able to get the k790 now...but I'm still debating on which phone to get...w810i...d807...k790...:confused:

[bubble.tea]

Allrigghhtt... all Rogers users.

I have a friend who hooked me up. It's not easy but it happened. I had to pay an initial fee of $69 but its good for me and now, I have a corp 200 plan.

200 Anytime
Unlimited Eve/Wknd starting at 6PM
Cdn Corporate long distance (what the heck is this?)
Voicemail
Network Featres
Detailed Billing
Exact Pricing (per second billing)
30 Text sent/month

total for $30.50

NO SYSTEM ACCESS FEE, NO 911 FEE <-- this I like :)
I get 15% off cause I have my Cable and Internet bundled.

Cheers,
siwo

congrats on post 7000.

CdnCorpLD., is $0.10/min

[Gellar]

damnit! I got a plan with a call display credit and a monthly plan credit, I tried to switch myself to the essentials pack to get the 125 text messaging, but he told me if I switched to that, the credit would disappear on its own.

Anyone got other 'methods' of doing this? thanks