I ordered our current phones from Verizon a few years ago and had the phones shipped to me. I then visited my local Verizon store and had them activated. Everything went very smooth. Is there any advantage in ordering directly from Apple?
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Unless you have some need to have phones unlocked from day one, (with Apple SIM-free) there is no real advantage going through Apple.
The problem that I have is there is not an Apple store located near me. I would have almost a 3 hour drive to an Apple store.
3 hour drive not worth the advantage of purchasing from Apple. Just decide now what size, storage and color you want and dont return.
3 hour drive not worth the advantage of purchasing from Apple. Just decide now what size, storage and color you want and dont return.
I am waiting for the XR for me and the Mrs.
I had to return a couple of iPhones in the past to AT&T, and they charged a fee each time. i always get mine from Apple just in case I need to return the device since the carriers charge a restocking fee.
I’ve always had excellent customer service from Apple stores and mediocre customer service at Verizon stores, including when getting new phones.
Also, the Verizon store is more likely to hit you with hidden fees or other nasty surprises. With Apple, you know exactly what you’re getting and paying up front.
Also, the Verizon store is more likely to hit you with hidden fees or other nasty surprises. With Apple, you know exactly what you’re getting and paying up front.