Other UK iPhone (2017) X(Ten)/8/8+ Pre-Orders and Dispatch Thread

[michael9891]

so the prices are $999 but £999 LOL the pound is still higher then the dollar still ripping us off

They pay various taxes on top of that $999 price. Exactly how much depends on what state.

 

[CD3660]

https://www.apple.com/business/docs/iOS_Security_Guide.pdf

"The passcode can always be used instead of Touch ID, and it’s still required under the following circumstances:

• The device has just been turned on or restarted.
  
  
• The device hasn’t been unlocked for more than 48 hours.
  
  
• The passcode hasn’t been used to unlock the device in the last 156 hours (six and a half
  
  days) and Touch ID has not unlocked the device in the last 4 hours.
  
  
• The device has received a remote lock command.
  
  
• After five unsuccessful attempts to match a fingerprint.
  
  
• When setting up or enrolling new fingers with Touch ID."

Thanks for that but it still begs the question, if correct, as to why Apple didn't, at this hugely important world-wide launch, have this demo phone ready. It's a cock-up one way or another.

 

[RossMak]

For those wondering/ haven't seen anyone post it yet the iUP pricing for the X and 8.

Very odd... On this page it says the 256 X is £63.95

https://www.apple.com/uk/shop/iphone/iphone-upgrade-program

 

[Jaymd1970]

Seriously annoyed with the pricing. They have basically put the iPhone 8 up by £50 based on last years jet black plus price and £1149 for the X 256gb is a price killer in my opinion.
On a side note I see they put the iPad Pro 10.5" 256gb up by £50 tonight as well.

 

[mctrials23]

They pay various taxes on top of that $999 price. Exactly how much depends on what state.

Thats completely irrelevant. Current exchange rate is $999 -> £751. Put 20% VAT on top of that (which is far more than anywhere in the US charges in sales tax) and you get £901. Thats not right, that is apple taking the utter piss.

 

[Stiss]

iPhone Payments:

iPhone Upgrade Programme:

 

[anthdci]

what is the deal with buying an iphone in usa and bringing it back to the UK? Im going to florida in january, i could buy one over there, save £250 and bring it back.

 

[Jay-Jacob]

I am disappointed that iPhone 8 64GB price is same last year iPhone 7 128GB price.

I was hoping 64GB come back and I like YES, then see USA price it was fine. Then later check Apple website and I like WHAT?! £699. Should be cheaper.

I can't hold on iPhone 6 no more. Battery really bad. I probably will order iPhone 8 64GB and barely accept new price.

I see Apple website for cases for iPhone 7 also use iPhone 8? If that true then brilliant cos save money buy any iPhone 7 case out there now.

 

[daleski75]

what is the deal with buying an iphone in usa and bringing it back to the UK? Im going to florida in january, i could buy one over there, save £250 and bring it back.

Should be fine just check about the warranty etc, if it supports all uk bands.

 

[anthdci]

Should be fine just check about the warranty etc, if it supports all uk bands.

it would be the unlocked version sim free from apple, so id guess it would. Only difference would be the wall wart which i have tonnes of.

 

[zombierunner]

Can someone confirm 7 plus cases and screen protectors will work for iPhone 8 plus? Also iPhone 8 plus - $799 in US and £799 here? Thanks Brexit.

 

[Shanghaichica]

Seriously annoyed with the pricing. They have basically put the iPhone 8 up by £50 based on last years jet black plus price and £1149 for the X 256gb is a price killer in my opinion.
On a side note I see they put the iPad Pro 10.5" 256gb up by £50 tonight as well.

Ooh good job I bought mine in July then. Apple are really taking the biscuit over brexit.

 

[Coconut_one]

Holy crap!! nearly £100 a month is insane, Vodafone do it at 60gb data for £72 with £30 up front with free Spotify etc for 24 months.

Yes o2 pricing is nuts three uk up their prices too back in the old days. I got a iPhone 4 free phone unlimited data,Text and minutes for £35 three uk one plan now your looking £70 £80 with three.

 

[pennbank]

Should be fine just check about the warranty etc, if it supports all uk bands.

When purchasing abroad
Although unlikely to get caught, you are liable for VAT and import duty. Also the Charger will be USA plug Type.

 

[daleski75]

Yes o2 pricing is nuts three uk up their prices too back in the old days. I got a iPhone 4 free phone unlimited data,Text and minutes for £35 three uk one plan now your looking £70 £80 with three.

I pay £62 a month which is the most I have ever paid for a contract granted I get 32gb a month + Spotify but it's still a crazy amount, god knows what they will charge for the X.

If I was an idiot I could actually pay off 18 months off my contract in November which is cheaper than buying the X out right then get a dirt cheap sim only tariff, use wifi extensively and go the IUP route!

 

[IamDave]

Honestly not sure how I feel about this. I’m not underwhelmed by the product, in fact it’s what I expected it to be. I too am not entirely comfortable with the price though it would be a little easier for me as a 64gb would suffice as I still have over 30gb of free space on my 6 plus. I’ll have to mull it over but at least there’ll be plenty of time!

 

[anthdci]

where are you getting the o2 and voda pricing?

 

[Coconut_one]

where are you getting the o2 and voda pricing?

Look at the Note 8 prices you will get the idea how much they will charge for iPhone x
https://www.o2.co.uk/shop/tariff/sa...-973e8adbcaf6&planId=&contractType=paymonthly

http://shop.vodafone.co.uk/shop/pri...eSkuItemId=sku49701305&hardwareSkuId=sku90864

 

[daleski75]

Although unlikely to get caught, you are liable for VAT and import duty. Also the Charger will be USA plug Type.

Take it out the box, keep the box in the bag and say you brought it

where are you getting the o2 and voda pricing?

We ain't sorry just using the note 8 as a reference point for how crazy o2 contract prices are.

 

[super chimp]

The 64GB is no good for me as I just couldn't get my iTunes music collection on it.

On my 6S+ I am using over 83GB.

 

[daleski75]

All my photos etc are in the cloud so 64gb is enough but not for £999 it's not

 

[tann]

I am disappointed that iPhone 8 64GB price is same last year iPhone 7 128GB price.

I was hoping 64GB come back and I like YES, then see USA price it was fine. Then later check Apple website and I like WHAT?! £699. Should be cheaper.

I can't hold on iPhone 6 no more. Battery really bad. I probably will order iPhone 8 64GB and barely accept new price.

I see Apple website for cases for iPhone 7 also use iPhone 8? If that true then brilliant cos save money buy any iPhone 7 case out there now.

Maybe just get the battery replaced... Save yourself some cash if that's the only thing you find an issue with your 6.

 

[ssrij]

what is the deal with buying an iphone in usa and bringing it back to the UK? Im going to florida in january, i could buy one over there, save £250 and bring it back.

Difference in bands. US iPhone supports different frequencies and UK supports different frequencies, some are common, others are different. You should double check before buying if it'll work fine and be able to utilise all network features offered by your carrier here in UK.

 

[daleski75]

Difference in bands. US iPhone supports different frequencies and UK supports different frequencies, some are common, others are different. You should double check before buying if it'll work fine and be able to utilise all network features offered by your carrier here in UK.

Just thought resale value would be lower as well?

 

[The Game 161]

I see apple watch series 3 cellular will only be on EE