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will the note8's price get down when the S9 is relsead ?

Hi,
I wanna buy the note 8 international version SM-N950F.
Now it costs about 840$.
Will the Note 8's price get down when the the Samsung Galaxy S9 will be released to the marked (rumors suggest it will be on the 25th of this March) ?
If so at what percentage ?
THNX

rpz79 said:
Hi,
I wanna buy the note 8 international version SM-N950F.
Now it costs about 840$.
Will the Note 8's price get down when the the Samsung Galaxy S9 will be released to the marked (rumors suggest it will be on the 25th of this March) ?
If so at what percentage ?
THNX
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Anywhere from 0% to 100%.
But seriously, how do you expect us to know if samsung will discount the phone (assuming you're buying new). On the used market, you might see a 10 to 20% decrease by the end of March. That's just the natural depreciation for these phones.

I meant based on past releases (N7 -> S8 is bad example because the N7 was a total failure).
Theoretically the demand for N8's should decrease when the S9/S9+ will be released.
10%-20% downfall is nice and worth waiting another month.
THNX

I don't think S9 release will affect note price except from maybe the second hand market a little

Like always, you need to search widely for particular offers or stunts of sellers online. I don't think you can calculate price drop vs time easily - too many uncertain factors.

What device did you upgrade to after your Nexus 6?

What device did you upgrade to?
Any suggestions for devices that are affordable upgrades to the Nexus 6?
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I'm looking for a new phone and I need some suggestions.
Looking for a smaller screen with a Snapdragon 820, 821, 835 CPU and an amazing camera. Front facing stereo speakers would be nice to have but they seem uncommon. Must have MicroSD card slot.
Needs to also have a rooting method and a slightly active xda presence.
Since the Nexus 6 was released in 2014, I'm looking at phones from 2016 and early 2017 for an affordable upgrade. Phones like Galaxy S7 Active, Galaxy S8, HTC 10, etc.
I want a 64bit cpu without losing too much that the Nexus 6 has done right.

xNotta said:
What device did you upgrade to? Any suggestions for devices?
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I'm looking for a new phone that is smaller than my Nexus 6.......
If you have some reasons to avoid any of the above devices, please share so I don't make that mistake.
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A phone with a flat back that doesn't turn when used on a desk.
No Samsung or HTC because of the custom shell or bloatware and not easy to root. And price rather high.
OnePlus phones are most close to stock Android. Let's see if the new OnePlus will be a candidate....

There's a deal where you can get a S8 for $200 on the Samsung app via trade in. Or $290 for S8+ or $400 for a Note 4. Ends tomorrow.

Gysper said:
There's a deal where you can get a S8 for $200 on the Samsung app via trade in. Or $290 for S8+ or $400 for a Note 4. Ends tomorrow.
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Where can I get the Samsung app and more information on this deal?
Using the Samsung Shop app from the play store I could only find an S8 for $724.99 after $1999.99 in "savings".
I think I'm using the wrong app.
Back on topic: Which phone did you upgrade to when you left your Nexus 6?

xNotta said:
Where can I get the Samsung app and more information on this deal?
Using the Samsung Shop app from the play store I could only find an S8 for $724.99 after $1999.99 in "savings".
I think I'm using the wrong app.
Back on topic: Which phone did you upgrade to when you left your Nexus 6?
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https://slickdeals.net/share/android_app/t/11256803
Edit: this as well https://slickdeals.net/f/11279363-1...s-expires-february-23rd?src=SiteSearchV2Algo1

Gysper said:
https://slickdeals.net/share/android_app/t/11256803
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Cool, a fellow SDer! Thank you.

xNotta said:
Cool, a fellow SDer! Thank you.
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Yep. Updated with one more link.
I have not upgraded my N6 but had plenty of opportunities. The reason is because I haven't found a worthy replacement that justifies my needs. I was going to get the Note 8 but I feel like getting another phone that's bigger would've been a disappointment. Unless camera quality is in your needs, the P2 set the bar high but I would want that camera in a phone that has a headphone jack and big battery. The S9 might be it but Ima wait until June/July for either the S9 or OnePlus 6.

Gysper said:
https://slickdeals.net/share/android_app/t/11256803
Edit: this as well https://slickdeals.net/f/11279363-1...s-expires-february-23rd?src=SiteSearchV2Algo1
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I placed my order and bought the V20 off ebay.
The Galaxy S8 won't be in stock until the beginning of April and will ship out within 3 weeks after that. They charge you as soon as you order but you don't get your phone for nearly 3 months.
My totals were $130 for the V20 trade-in + $220 for the Galaxy S8. Totaling $360 and a 3 month wait.
I chatted and proposed solutions like waiting to charge when it ships and proposed they switch the Verizon model with the Unlocked model. All the Rep could do was apologize and say there is no way they can do anything to correct the unacceptable backorder time or switch models. They also asked that I do not judge Samsung by this experience.
I canceled that order, would rather have a OnePlus 3t or a much cheaper device now over that Samsung mess.

xNotta said:
I placed my order and bought the V20 off ebay.
The Galaxy S8 won't be in stock until the beginning of April and will ship out within 3 weeks after that. They charge you as soon as you order but you don't get your phone for nearly 3 months.
My totals were $130 for the V20 trade-in + $220 for the Galaxy S8. Totaling $360 and a 3 month wait.
I chatted and proposed solutions like waiting to charge when it ships and proposed they switch the Verizon model with the Unlocked model. All the Rep could do was apologize and say there is no way they can do anything to correct the unacceptable backorder time or switch models. They also asked that I do not judge Samsung by this experience.
I canceled that order, would rather have a OnePlus 3t or a much cheaper device now over that Samsung mess.
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I just ordered the OP5T. I was contemplating between the 5T and the 5. The OP5 kept depreciating faster than the OP5T as the months went on. I chose the 5T because it was still reasonably priced (on Swappa) and I felt it offered a better value to me. Depending on how much you can spend to upgrade, the 3T or OP5 (128GB models) would be good options.
I was also looking at Razer Smartphones. The price never came down low enough for me to buy it.
I'm not a fan of Samsung.
I would have considered the HTC 10/U Ultra/U11. I think the lack of development swayed me away from these. I still have my VZN M7 running Santod's G+ Play edition as a media device and daily backup.
I was heavily considering a Moto Droid Force or Droid Play. Price was an issue here.
The LG G6 or V30 would have been considered. LG doesn't have a great track record (to me).
The Asus Zenfone 4 Pro would've been one of my choices. But, price was an issue here too.
I cannot think of any other brands/devices I would've considered as an appropriate upgrade to the great Shamu.

I actually downgraded from the N6P to the N6. IMHO, it's a much better, although bigger, phone. Easier to root, and work with.

grunt0300 said:
I actually downgraded from the N6P to the N6. IMHO, it's a much better, although bigger, phone. Easier to root, and work with.
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Thread Jack....
I feel as if the N6 is just as legendary as the HTC One M7. Long Live Legendary Devices!
Back to your regular scheduled programming.
Just got the OP5T in. I'm in awe of how aesthetically pleasing the OP5T is. I did a few tests and this thing is super snappy. It's similar to when I went from the M7 to the N6. I plan on rooting and installing a custom ROM with EX Kernel to better fulfill my wants of this device. Stock ROM is stupidly pleasing.

I am still trying to find an upgrade phone that has root and a recovery, which most don't even have active development.
Here's a list of devices that pretty much sum up what seems to be the market right now.
XDA's most active device forums: (https://forum.xda-developers.com/top)
1. Samsung Galaxy S9
2. OnePlus 5T
3. Huawei Mate 10
4. Google Pixel 2
5. OnePlus 5
6. Samsung Galaxy S8+
7. LG G6
8. Samsung Galaxy S8
9. OnePlus 3T
10. Google Pixel
11. OnePlus 3
12. ZTE Axon
13. HTC 10
14. Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge
15. LG G5
16. Samsung Galaxy S7
17. Nexus 6P
18. Moto G (2015)
19. Moto X Style (pure)
20. LG G4 (AT&T)
Top 20 AnTuTu Ranking: (http://www.antutu.com/en/ranking/rank1.htm, Benchmark v6, not updated for v7 yet)
1. iPhone 8 Plus
2. iPhone 8
3. OnePlus 5
4. Samsung Note 8（N950F）
5. HTC U11
6. nubia Z17
7. Nokia 8
8. Mi MIX 2
9. Samsung Note 8（N950U）
10. Mi 6
11. Samsung S8（G950F）
12. Samsung S8+(G955F)
13. Samsung S8+(G9550)
14. Sony Xperia XZ Premium
15. iPhone 7 Plus
16. Samsung S8（G950U）
17. iPhone 7
18. OnePlus 3T
19. OnePlus 3
20. Lenovo ZUK Edge

Note 8 or S9+

I am so torn between these 2. The price for the Exynos S9+ is insane compared to the SD, and I can also get my hands on a 256GB Note 8, but I don't want to buy a super awesome 1 year old processor. Looking for input.
Edit: I changed "dated" to "a super awesome 1 year old processor" for the ones that are easily distracted and/or offended.

sireniankyle said:
I am so torn between these 2. The price for the Exynos S9+ is insane compared to the SD, and I can also get my hands on a 256GB Note 8, but I don't want to buy dated tech. Looking for input.
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If u don't need the pen, go for s9+

Techvir said:
If u don't need the pen, go for s9+
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Get the S9+ and then trade it in for the Note 9 at a big discount - unless you needed the pen... Best of both worlds
- R. Kruse Ludington
Galaxy Note 8<-5<-3<-S3<-Nexus; Droid X; HTC HD2<-Touch Pro 2<-Tilt<-8525; O2 XDA II<-XDA

Note 8 is not "outdated tech" , as others stated above, the really important thing is, do you use, like, need, love the s pen? Because the s pen is the very heart of a galaxy note, If the only reason for you is having the "latest tech" there are many options for you to choose, even in the vivo or huawei brands, in other words, if you have doubts, then the note 8 is not for you

Sticking with the Note 8 i cant justify spending another $900 plus after a few months with the Note...just waiting for the Note 9.

recepo1 said:
Sticking with the Note 8 i cant justify spending another $900 plus after a few months with the Note...just waiting for the Note 9.
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That ^ and lets say you on payment plan. You just had to put $200-300 down plus payments. With the galaxy s9+ you will have to do the same all over. Is it really worth a slightly better Note 8? I don't think so.
This Note 8 is a powerful phone good for 2-3 years, maybe more. Like others said wait for Note 9 or Note 10. I myself waiting for Note 10. The rumor specs of Note 9 seems to be nothing to jump out of your seat for.
If your 1 who wants hottest phone all the time, then go for it. It's your money spend how you want.

I love my note 8, I will keep it 'till note 10 arrives, when you are really into the note series, anything else seems capped, the s pen has no match!

I'm very partial to my Note 8 I did have to get the Galaxy S8 plus because of the Note 7 issue and it was a great phone but I'll wait for the Note 9 and Note 10,I also like the dual cameras on the Note 8 how they are side by side,not really liking the cameras on the S9 plus being one underneath the other,I know they are way better specs wise but it's just an aesthetic thing for me.

Lol @ when he said dated tech. LOL.

Nick216ohio said:
That ^ and lets say you on payment plan. You just had to put $200-300 down plus payments. With the galaxy s9+ you will have to do the same all over. Is it really worth a slightly better Note 8? I don't think so.
This Note 8 is a powerful phone good for 2-3 years, maybe more. Like others said wait for Note 9 or Note 10. I myself waiting for Note 10. The rumor specs of Note 9 seems to be nothing to jump out of your seat for.
If your 1 who wants hottest phone all the time, then go for it. It's your money spend how you want.
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Ecactly plus i think of features will be ported over to the Note 8 from s9 plus in upcoming roms

winol said:
I love my note 8, I will keep it 'till note 10 arrives, when you are really into the note series, anything seems capped, the s pen has no match!
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Same here. Love my Note 8, plus I'm not one of those to upgrade every year, the new features from one gen to next is not much, just a waste of money to upgrade every year IMO considering how much phones cost these days. I love the spen so I continue to buy Note over S if possible.
I'll be waiting for the Note 10, I'm betting they are planning to make a big improvement with it being the 10, well hopefully.

As was mentioned before, the Note 8 is far from outdated. Amazing piece of tech. I recommend to shop around to save some money.
Go for the 9 if you don't use the S-pen

I say outdated, because both cpu's are being replaced in the flagship lineup. Don't get caught up on the wording.

I decided on the S9 Plus, because I stopped using the s pen. I sold my S8 plus to help fund another device, and so I rolled back to my Note 4 in the meantime, and I haven't used the S pen once. Thanks for all of the input.

S9 if you don't need Spen. Note8 if you want Spen and save some money

I for one am tired of the "gotta have it! gotta have it!" with the new phones. The changes from phone to phone aren't worth the $900+ IMO. I will be keeping my Note8 until it breaks/starts tweaking out.

xbmoyx said:
I for one am tired of the "gotta have it! gotta have it!" with the new phones. The changes from phone to phone aren't worth the $900+ IMO. I will be keeping my Note8 until it breaks/starts tweaking out.
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Same and it's such a shame rooting isn't what it used to be....I miss twrp and I miss resurrection remix roms:crying:

sireniankyle said:
I don't want to buy dated tech..
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so, please explain exactly what tech in the note 8 is "dated"

I would say stick with it. We will get the ports of the software so that's not a problem and the hardware won't shine if you are comparing it to the note 8.

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I say outdated, because both cpu's are being replaced in the flagship lineup. Don't get caught up on the wording.
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So in other words, we aren't going to use accurate wording that best describes what we are saying? You got the reaction that those words warranted man.
Dated is such an overstatement anyways. I actually considered buying a Note 4 for back up last night. $189 new at walmart.com.

So who is getting it ?

Hi all :victory:
Samsung announced today their new beast the Samsung Galaxy Note 9. What do you think about this new device ? Are you considering to buy it ? Upgrade from your current device ? Tell us :good:

i just received an email from samsung that i can preorder today, they said everyone else preorder start tomorrow.
hopefully i get it sooner than everyone.
i preordered Verzion version since i'm with Verizon prepaid.
i trade in my Note8 for 400$. that' a fair price, if you sell it yourself, you have to pay swappa fee, paypal fee, and shipping.
reason i want note9.
1. need something new to play with. haha
2. cpu and graphic is faster than note8
3. 128gb storage compare to 64gb on note8, but do i need it? i only used 30gb on my note8
4. bluetooth spen, hopefully i able to use it for selfie.
5. hopefully we can Quick Charge 4. qualcomm listed QC4.0, charge 15 minutes get 50% battery life !

I'm buying it for sure. Till the official announcement, I wasn't considering it based on strong rumors of still being equipped with QC 2.0 and my personal taste on the not-so-usefulness of the S-Pen. But then, I made my mind to get it ASAP due to,
1. 4000 mAh battery.(little disappointing that it's still QC 2.0 only). I'm not so happy with the S9+'s batterylife.
2. S-Pen is pretty "dope" this time around- it's a remote controller for the camera, it's a pen, it can control streaming services from 30 feet away, can control apps, it's customizable, gets charged under 1 minute using supercapacitors inside....
3. AI integration on camera.
4. Water-carbon cooling system to prevent overheating and AI based performance adjuster.
5. Plenty of of RAM and flash Storage.
....
**Pixel 3 xl was in my mind but then after trustworthy leaks showing its design, I felt "NO". , it should be the Note 9 worth taking.

Was going to preorder it, but the have only the blue one, and purple one available only, wanted the black one. Also you get a free AKG wireless noise canceling headphones.
Sent from my SM-N950U1 using Tapatalk

netnerd said:
5. hopefully we can Quick Charge 4. qualcomm listed QC4.0, charge 15 minutes get 50% battery life !
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Qualcomm SD 845 chipset supports QC 4.0 but Samsung capped it at QC 2.0. So, do not hope

I was excited for this phone but after reading it still only comes with Android 8.0 was enough for me to say PASS.

homegeek said:
I was excited for this phone but after reading it still only comes with Android 8.0 was enough for me to say PASS.
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What set features 8.1 has over 8.0 since that being the only reason you're not getting it?
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homegeek said:
I was excited for this phone but after reading it still only comes with Android 8.0 was enough for me to say PASS.
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Samsung experience have all features you need,you get even more than what Android P users are getting and will ever get even in Android 12 i think

In italy, we have to rent the 512gb/8gb ram for 45€ per month 24 months long with a first payment of 99€.
Waiting for firsts reviews to check battery.

shook187 said:
What set features 8.1 has over 8.0 since that being the only reason you're not getting it?
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I was expecting Android P
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Soufiansky said:
Samsung experience have all features you need,you get even more than what Android P users are getting and will ever get even in Android 12 i think
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To me, if I am going to pay upwards of $1000 for a phone then it should be Flagship. To me that means the most up to date hardware and software. At least Android 8.1 would be acceptable but 8.0 just means that put a nice paint job on an old house.

I actually didnt want to get it, but my Note 5 is getting older and battery is not holding a long charge.
Plus Tmo can give me $500 for this old phone. I think I am going to pull the trigger.

Likely ill get it, not thrilled with the color choices...copper is the only one Id consider but i def need to see it in person.
sent from my Exynos S9 plus, Pixel 2 XL or Note FE

netnerd said:
i just received an email from samsung that i can preorder today, they said everyone else preorder start tomorrow.
hopefully i get it sooner than everyone.
i preordered Verzion version since i'm with Verizon prepaid.
i trade in my Note8 for 400$. that' a fair price, if you sell it yourself, you have to pay swappa fee, paypal fee, and shipping.
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reason i want note9.
1. need something new to play with. haha
2. cpu and graphic is faster than note8
3. 128gb storage compare to 64gb on note8, but do i need it? i only used 30gb on my note8
4. bluetooth spen, hopefully i able to use it for selfie.
5. hopefully we can Quick Charge 4. qualcomm listed QC4.0, charge 15 minutes get 50% battery life !
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I've found the more memory I have available, the more I'll use so 128 Gb may suit you well. Quick Charge is 2.0 for the Note 9 which is a bit disappointing but not a deal killer. I turned down Samsung's $400 trade in offer and sold my S8+ for a $100 more on a local Craigslist post., no fees or shipping required. Personally I feel the S9 Plus makes more sense unless you really use S Pen. The devices are very similar in hardware besides the bigger battery on Note 9, display size is very close but the big difference is price. New Note 9 - $1,000, New S9 Plus (128 Gb) - $664 for the device on ebay.

Just pre-ordered unlocked 128 gb from Samsung. Bought a lg g6 on swappa for $160 to get the $300 trade in. I'm ready!

I pre ordered mine. Blue with 8 gigs and the 512 memory. I bought an S7 active on eBay for a $100 and will trade it in for $300. Just sold note 8 for over $500. Bought Whitestone Dome glass and S View case. Hurry up August 24th!!

droidrev71 said:
I pre ordered mine. Blue with 8 gigs and the 512 memory. I bought an S7 active on eBay for a $100 and will trade it in for $300. Just sold note 8 for over $500. Bought Whitestone Dome glass and S View case. Hurry up August 24th!!
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I'm doing something similar! Buying the S7 for $130(ish) and trading in for $500 through T-mobile! Where did you snag one for only $100?? I can't seem to beat $130.
I'm getting the $999 Note9 (Blue). Can't wait! I adore my Note 8 and the only thing that I wish was better was the battery life, so this phone should be PERFECT!

Nice pre-order deal here in Australia, on samsung’s site: 512GB model for the price of the 128 GB model, A$1499.
And samsung will give me a very good trade in of A$785 for my 10 months old pixel 2 XL. That’s about what I could get on ebay, but without the hassle.
Ordered!

PsiPhiDan said:
I'm doing something similar! Buying the S7 for $130(ish) and trading in for $500 through T-mobile! Where did you snag one for only $100?? I can't seem to beat $130.
I'm getting the $999 Note9 (Blue). Can't wait! I adore my Note 8 and the only thing that I wish was better was the battery life, so this phone should be PERFECT!
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Bought one with "shadows” . There are even cheaper ones with the green line running down the screen.
My seller is out of NY

Bought 128gb Blue, ugh I wanted black. Got the unlocked version 400 dollars off thanks to an S8 sitting in a drawer. Wife gets to dump her LG V20 and get my Note 8 and I get the 9 for 640 bucks with tax. Win win.

Got mine ordered last night!

S10 models and rumored prices?

I've seen so many different rumors about prices and models. Does anyone have a break down of the rumored price in US dollars? Will they really price the Galaxy S10 at over $900? If so it may be time for me to jump to the Pixel 3 if Google drops the price again.

Latest guestimates from Forbes

Samsung Galaxy S10 will start at $799 and it goes up to high end $1499.:cyclops:

juliusjadey said:
Samsung Galaxy S10 will start at $799 and it goes up to high end $1499.:cyclops:
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Please do't say that, I really want this but 800? I was hoping around the 749 for the S10.

One price rumor puts the budget Galaxy S10 Lite model at $650-$750 (roughly £500-£585 / AU$900-AU$1,040), while another rumor has the Samsung Galaxy S10 price rise to £799 which will likely be around $779 (around AU$1,400) for the 128GB variant and £999 for 512GB of storage..............-'GOOGLE ANSWER'.
Even samsung has raised their price like Apple.

GrandMstrBud said:
Please do't say that, I really want this but 800? I was hoping around the 749 for the S10.
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Maybe, you can go with lite version of S10 series that is S10E. Not that much difference in specs between S10 and S10E.

juliusjadey said:
Samsung Galaxy S10 will start at $799 and it goes up to high end $1499.:cyclops:
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No.

Who else signed up for the pre-order trade-in of $550 (for S9s)? Was expecting it to be only $350-400 like last year.

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Who else signed up for the pre-order trade-in of $550 (for S9s)? Was expecting it to be only $350-400 like last year.
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This makes sure that S10 will be more expensive than the previous versions of samsung galaxy S series.

I was shocked when I saw the $550 I have an S9 Plus and I know back when the Note 9 came out I saw where they were giving $600. I paid $849 for my 9 plus after getting $400 for my Note 8 and I got a $450 BB gift card through my work for something so I own my 9 Plus now it's unlocked and my husband paid $650 for his Note 8 after we had gotten $300 for our 7 Edges. I wasn't into the Note and got the 9 plus but now I want the 10 plus. I have been saving too so I can buy my 10 plus out right too. I reserved us a spot and can't wait to see the S10 plus. But over at slick deals lots of people complaining how they got screwed with trade ins I hope this isn't the case this time around. We had no problems when we traded in our 7 Edges and got the full $300 so I am hoping we get the full $550 our phones are in perfect condition. I had just called the day before this $550 deal came out to this kiosk that bought back my Note 8 for $400 and they said like 245 for the Note and 3 something for my 9 plus. I just hope the 10 plus 128 version is under a 1000 if my 9 plus sold for 849 maybe 949 for this one I'll take it.
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Who else signed up for the pre-order trade-in of $550 (for S9s)? Was expecting it to be only $350-400 like last year.
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destz0r said:
No.
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Do you have proof to back your statement?

GrandMstrBud said:
Do you have proof to back your statement?
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No. He has no proof either though.

Funny how you think Google will drop the price for the next Pixels, even the Mi 9 is now over $500 that should tell you how the other flagships will be. Personally, waiting for the Pocophone F2 that's the only SD855 phone that will be below $500.