Verizon's insurance in a P.O.S. My wife lost her phone and when they sent the replacement it was a certified refurbished unit. After using it for a day, the phone behaved erratically so, it got shipped back. The next one they sent to us, the vibrate switch was broken. By the 3rd I was very irritated and told them I wanted a new phone or speak to someone about this. I was getting tired of buying screen protectors and wasting the investment.
When my phone was off contract (paid in full), I still got the $25 discount from Verizon. Just make sure you ask for it.
I am tempted with the Apple plan. I like the thought of piece of mind and now that Verizon changed their upgrade program to where you have to pay the phone off in full, I am not sure the Edge program is really worth it anymore. I was an initial fan when they offered an upgrade after 12 months. Verizon does have a current offer where you trade in your old iPhone and you get a discount towards the new iPhone. I suppose Verizon got a little worried with the Apple deal.
When it is time to upgrade, I think I will go with the Apple deal. Its a little more expensive but, it might be worth it in the end rather than dealing with the hassle of Verizon.
Originally Posted by
mjsavage I know there have been several post going around about this but just want to clarify some things. I currently on Verizion More Everything plan. I pre ordered the 6s+ 64gb through Verizion on the edge program which will drop my line access fee from $40 to $15. So looking for next year.
I will be paying $35.41 per month x 12= $424.92 but to upgrade would have to pay off the remaining balance of $425 so sell for $450 then preorder again.
Or could do Apple Upgrade. Pay $42.45 per month x 12= $509.40 then return to Apple and start over again with the new phone.
Would Verizon still treat as bringing own phone and give line access at $15 a month with Apple Program?
So main difference are:
1. Separate bill to Apple for phone than just on cell bill
2. Cost $84 more on Apple but get Apple care+ and piece of mind of not selling phone and being without. Currently using a Moto e for next 10 days
Is there any other reasoning for using Apple or carrier?