[Instruction] How to get a new phone and keep (legacy) Unlimited Data on Verizon

[Sandman333]

Re: [Instruction] How to Keep Unlimited Data on Verizon

Here is the math:

2 Year contract
$1920 ($80 x 24 month) for 12 GB plan + $960 ($40 x 24) for line access fee + $250 phone purchase price = $3130 over 2 years

Payment plan
$1920 for 12 GB plan over 2 years + $576 ($20 x 24) for line access fee + $624 ($26 x 24) for phone = $3120 over 2 years

If you just wanted to look at monthly payments before taxes:

2 year - $120 a month ($80 + $40)
Payment Plan - $126 a month ($80 + $20 + $26)

Either way, Verizon is going to get its money. The only real different is how much do you initial pay. 2 year contract requires a higher initial starting point. The payment plan only requires taxes and should be significantly cheaper.

I looked at it this way: I wanted to keep my UDP. If I didn't upgrade on a new two year contract, I was going to be hit with an additional $20/month = $480 over that same 2 year contract period.

Even for the $299.99 64Gb model, with a $40 upgrade fee and $25.50 tax, the total cost for upgrading is $365.49. $480 - $365.49 = $114.51 less expensive over 2 years to get the phone. It was an easy decision.

 

[Sandman333]

Re: [Instruction] How to Keep Unlimited Data on Verizon

I checked online right after I did the upgrade transfer and ordered the T2 and my UDP line said "Upgrade not Applicable". Today it gives an upgrade eligibility date of 11-6-17, so it did work as it was supposed to. I'll save over $100 by upgrading vs paying the additional $20 per month UDP line increase.

 

[hal1]

Re: [Instruction] How to Keep Unlimited Data on Verizon

I was just trying to find a cheaper way to buy the phone.

Without regard to the price of the phone I was going to give up my UDP and go month-to-month. That's where the BB $249 price doesn't help. Maybe Costco has a program that can get give me a little incentive?

My usage is between 9-10Gb each month. With my $59/900 minute plan & $10/1000 texts +$30 for data, it's the same $100 as $80/12Gb & $20 line. I'd rather have the unlimited text and talk. And if I use my WiFi in gthe house I may even be able to get my data down to 6 Gig

 

[dusoccer10]

Re: [Instruction] How to Keep Unlimited Data on Verizon

Yes, this sums it up perfectly, but one error. In your second calculation you have $ 20x24 = 576, it should be $480. Thus, BestBuy=Fail.

- that's the problem, that you realize; BB has a $40 monthly fee rather than $20, and the extend-a-contract doesn't work otherwise If I want the pick-a-size plan.

Thanks for catching the math mistake. I'm not sure how I screwed that one up. With that said, I did a disservice to you because I'm now realizing my mistake in the post as the two year contract is not eligible with the new Verizon Plans. Thus, your math is really this:

The new Verizon Plan (12 GB)
$1920 for 12 GB plan over 2 years + $480 ($20 x 24) for line access fee + $624 ($26 x 24) for phone = $3024 over 2 years

Nationwide Plan on tiered data (12 GB)
$2400 for 12 GB over 2 years ($100 x 24) + $1416 for 900 minutes ($59 x 24; this is where I'm guessing) + $240 for 1000 texts ($10 x 24) = $4056

Nationwide plan with unlimited data
$720 for unlimited data over 2 years ($30 x 24) + $1416 for 900 minutes ($59 x 24; same guess as above) + $240 for 1000 texts ($10 x 24) = $2376

The above math is why this thread exists. Our unlimited data plan is cheaper than anything Verizon offers with their new plans or if we kept our current plan and move to tiered data.

Finally, for a little bit of fun:

Nationwide plan with unlimited data (with the price increase on 11/15/15)
$1200 for unlimited data over 2 years ($50 x 24) + $1416 for 900 minutes ($59 x 24; same guess as above) + $240 for 1000 texts ($10 x 24) = $2856

Starting on 11/15/15, if you do nothing and take the price increase, you can start financing devices through Verizon. In other words, this is an easy way to get new phones. If you went this way, this is what you would be looking at:

$1200 for unlimited data over 2 years ($50 x 24) + $1416 for 900 minutes ($59 x 24; same guess as above) + $240 for 1000 texts ($10 x 24) + $624 ($26 x 24) for phone = $3480

 

[Premium1]

Re: [Instruction] How to Keep Unlimited Data on Verizon

I was just trying to find a cheaper way to buy the phone.

Without regard to the price of the phone I was going to give up my UDP and go month-to-month. That's where the BB $249 price doesn't help. Maybe Costco has a program that can get give me a little incentive?

My usage is between 9-10Gb each month. With my $59/900 minute plan & $10/1000 texts +$30 for data, it's the same $100 as $80/12Gb & $20 line. I'd rather have the unlimited text and talk. And if I use my WiFi in gthe house I may even be able to get my data down to 6 Gig

Well if you don't care about UDP, you might as well go into verizon and they can switch you to the new shared plans.

 

[dusoccer10]

Re: [Instruction] How to Keep Unlimited Data on Verizon

I looked at it this way: I wanted to keep my UDP. If I didn't upgrade on a new two year contract, I was going to be hit with an additional $20/month = $480 over that same 2 year contract period.

Even for the $299.99 64Gb model, with a $40 upgrade fee and $25.50 tax, the total cost for upgrading is $365.49. $480 - $365.49 = $114.51 less expensive over 2 years to get the phone. It was an easy decision.

Agreed 100%. I've got 2 unlimited lines, so I'm looking at a $960 increase over 2 years. My wife and I just got a 6P and 5X. Upgrade both lines to couple of iPhones, sell them, and we are walking away with a nice profit.

 

[hal1]

Re: [Instruction] How to Keep Unlimited Data on Verizon

Thanks for catching the math mistake. I'm not sure how I screwed that one up. With that said, I did a disservice to you because I'm now realizing my mistake in the post as the two year contract is not eligible with the new Verizon Plans. Thus, your math is really this:

The new Verizon Plan (12 GB)
$1920 for 12 GB plan over 2 years + $480 ($20 x 24) for line access fee + $624 ($26 x 24) for phone = $3024 over 2 years

Nationwide Plan on tiered data (12 GB)
$2400 for 12 GB over 2 years ($100 x 24) + $1416 for 900 minutes ($59 x 24; this is where I'm guessing) + $240 for 1000 texts ($10 x 24) = $4056

Nationwide plan with unlimited data
$720 for unlimited data over 2 years ($30 x 24) + $1416 for 900 minutes ($59 x 24; same guess as above) + $240 for 1000 texts ($10 x 24) = $2376

The above math is why this thread exists. Our unlimited data plan is cheaper than anything Verizon offers with their new plans or if we kept our current plan and move to tiered data.

Finally, for a little bit of fun:

Nationwide plan with unlimited data (with the price increase on 11/15/15)
$1200 for unlimited data over 2 years ($50 x 24) + $1416 for 900 minutes ($59 x 24; same guess as above) + $240 for 1000 texts ($10 x 24) = $2856

Starting on 11/15/15, if you do nothing and take the price increase, you can start financing devices through Verizon. In other words, this is an easy way to get new phones. If you went this way, this is what you would be looking at:

$1200 for unlimited data over 2 years ($50 x 24) + $1416 for 900 minutes ($59 x 24; same guess as above) + $240 for 1000 texts ($10 x 24) + $624 ($26 x 24) for phone = $3480

Excellent, clear write up, with one omission. The cost of a new phone on the nationwide plans you mentioned. So, If I'd prefer the unlimited talk/text rather than UDP, it's really a wash with the New Verizon Plan (12G) and the Nationwide plan with unlimited data for 2 years. While free financing is always good, I'd probably drop the $624 . With a new house being built I'll (psychologically) appreciate the $26/month savings.

 

[TheNeckerCube]

Re: [Instruction] How to Keep Unlimited Data on Verizon

7.) Go back to "activate or switch device" and select your line
8.) Select activate a device that has never been on the account before and enter one of the bar code numbers from the box of the Turbo 2.
9.) Follow the rest of the directions to get the Turbo 2 onto your line.

My sister's Samsung has been reactivated. I'm trying to do the steps quoted above, but Verizon website is giving me "Your request cannot be completed We cannot process your request at this time, please try again later."

I hope this doesn't mean I have to bring the phone into a VZM store ... I'm afraid of social interactions.

I successfully activated the Turbo on my sister's line without having to call or go anywhere. I also successfully reactivated my sister's Samsung all with a couple clicks in My Verizon.

But now I can't activate/switch devices for my own line! Help!

 

[dusoccer10]

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Excellent, clear write up, with one omission. The cost of a new phone on the nationwide plans you mentioned. So, If I'd prefer the unlimited talk/text rather than UDP, it's really a wash with the New Verizon Plan (12G) and the Nationwide plan with unlimited data for 2 years. While free financing is always good, I'd probably drop the $624 . With a new house being built I'll (psychologically) appreciate the $26/month savings.

Except it's not a wash. The Turbo 2 would only cost you $250 with the unlimited plan and not $624 as you get subsidized pricing.

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[Sandman333]

Re: [Instruction] How to Keep Unlimited Data on Verizon

My sister's Samsung has been reactivated. I'm trying to do the steps quoted above, but Verizon website is giving me "Your request cannot be completed We cannot process your request at this time, please try again later."

I hope this doesn't mean I have to bring the phone into a VZM store ... I'm afraid of social interactions.

I successfully activated the Turbo on my sister's line without having to call or go anywhere. I also successfully reactivated my sister's Samsung all with a couple clicks in My Verizon.

But now I can't activate/switch devices for my own line! Help!

I had that happen once. I had to call to get the new phone active on the UDP line. It wasn't a problem.

 

[dusoccer10]

Re: [Instruction] How to Keep Unlimited Data on Verizon

My sister's Samsung has been reactivated. I'm trying to do the steps quoted above, but Verizon website is giving me "Your request cannot be completed We cannot process your request at this time, please try again later."

I hope this doesn't mean I have to bring the phone into a VZM store ... I'm afraid of social interactions.

I successfully activated the Turbo on my sister's line without having to call or go anywhere. I also successfully reactivated my sister's Samsung all with a couple clicks in My Verizon.

But now I can't activate/switch devices for my own line! Help!

Try again later on Sunday. If it still doesn't work, check to see if you have a pending activation on your unlimited line. If you do not, then it's safe to take the phone to a VAR. Otherwise, you could always cut your current SIM.

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[TheNeckerCube]

Re: [Instruction] How to Keep Unlimited Data on Verizon

... check to see if you have a pending activation on your unlimited line. If you do not, then it's safe to take the phone to a VAR. Otherwise, you could always cut your current SIM.
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If it does have a Pending Activation, what does this mean? And where do I check to see if there is a Pending Activation. I'm worried

 

[recDNA]

Re: [Instruction] How to Keep Unlimited Data on Verizon

When it comes to plans the key is whether you want udp or um and ut. I only get 500 min and have never gone over. I only get 250 sms and have never gone over but if you prefer unlimited minutes of course it is better to switch plans.

 

[dusoccer10]

Re: [Instruction] How to Keep Unlimited Data on Verizon

If it does have a Pending Activation, what does this mean? And where do I check to see if there is a Pending Activation. I'm worried

Have you tried recently? Are you still having errors? What is the error message?

Pending activation/equipment orders are a pain, but nothing to worry about. Since you have a family plan, to check:

1) log onto Verizon online and click activate or switch devices;
2) select a different line from the one whose upgrade was used;
3) click switch devices and select the line whose upgrade was used but do not proceed any further.

If you get the message below then you have a pending activation on the line:

Our records indicate you recently purchased a device for this line of service but have not activated it yet. You have the option to proceed with your device swap after you have activated your new device, or you may contact Customer Service at (800) 922-0204 for further assistance.

 

[dscarlet]

Re: [Instruction] How to Keep Unlimited Data on Verizon

or just wait till the 15th of this month. verizon unlimited users will be allow to purchase new phones using verizon credit.

 

[rdjr74]

I checked online right after I did the upgrade transfer and ordered the T2 and my UDP line said "Upgrade not Applicable". Today it gives an upgrade eligibility date of 11-6-17, so it did work as it was supposed to. I'll save over $100 by upgrading vs paying the additional $20 per month UDP line increase.

Yes! I just checked my contract end date and I have the same date! Hope to get there turbo 2 soon!

 

[recDNA]

Re: [Instruction] How to Keep Unlimited Data on Verizon

or just wait till the 15th of this month. verizon unlimited users will be allow to purchase new phones using verizon credit.

A lot of people are very pleased about this. I don't see why. I'd rather pay for it with my VISA card or BB card to get the points then just pay it off to avoid finance charges. If VZW wants to impress me they need to allow some sort of reduce price purchase like this thread proposes without needing to go through a second party. Rant over now back to our regularly scheduled program.

I assume after 11/15 this BB method will be gone for good?

 

[dusoccer10]

Re: [Instruction] How to Keep Unlimited Data on Verizon

A lot of people are very pleased about this. I don't see why. I'd rather pay for it with my VISA card or BB card to get the points then just pay it off to avoid finance charges. If VZW wants to impress me they need to allow some sort of reduce price purchase like this thread proposes without needing to go through a second party. Rant over now back to our regularly scheduled program.

I assume after 11/15 this BB method will be gone for good?

Nah, these loopholes should still be working just fine. Unlimited data will be more expensive, but these loopholes will allow people to buy devices subsidized if they still want to.

 

[TheNeckerCube]

Re: [Instruction] How to Keep Unlimited Data on Verizon

Have you tried recently? Are you still having errors? What is the error message?

I clicked on my sister's line and selected to activate/switch devices, it asked me if "this is my new device." For my UDP line, activate/switch leads to "Your request cannot be completed We cannot process your request at this time, please try again later." Edit: I also selected my Mom's line to activate/switch and it went through fine. Only my UDP line is unable to activate/switch. What to do?

My question is: Can I call to activate/switch the Turbo to my line? Can I go into the store? Do I have to cut my old SIM? Please help ASAP. Thanks!

 

[dusoccer10]

Re: [Instruction] How to Keep Unlimited Data on Verizon

I clicked on my sister's line and selected to activate/switch devices, it asked me if "this is my new device." For my UDP line, activate/switch leads to "Your request cannot be completed We cannot process your request at this time, please try again later." Edit: I also selected my Mom's line to activate/switch and it went through fine. Only my UDP line is unable to activate/switch. What to do?

My question is: Can I call to activate/switch the Turbo to my line? Can I go into the store? Do I have to cut my old SIM? Please help ASAP. Thanks!

It sounds like you did not wait long enough with the Turbo on your sister's line if it is asking about the new device. I am assuming that it is showing the Turbo 2 as the new device on your sister's line.

Because of this, your only option right now is to cut your old SIM. You cannot contact Verizon right now since the pending activation never was cleared.