Order your T-Mobile Curve 8900 early and you may get to unbox it early, too
Our inbox is full of tips lately regarding customers who have succeeded in ordering and receiving BlackBerry Curve 8900s from T-Mobile and now we have an unboxing video thanks to one of our tipsters. If you’ve been itching for one of these and it’s time to upgrade, you might be able to get one before the February 11 release date if you act now. We know that sometimes things just can’t come soon enough – especially if you’ve braved the release of the G1 or you’re a serious BlackBerry addict. As is often the case, we think it may be a question of who you spoke to in the telesales department. It looks like it comes with your run-of-the-mill accessories such as the data cable, travel charger, earbuds and a leather pouch (no holster?!). If you’ve already ordered and received your 8900 or it’s on its way, share the wealth in the comments section and tell us how the process went. For the full unboxing video, hit the jump.
Thanks, trini_pirate!
Got my order through this morning at 6 EST, hoping everything goes well and they ship it this week.
My rep dropped one off at the office on Thursday, he said it was sent to the wrong address. Looks like we will be ordering way more of these, Bold is crap next to 8900. Bold only wins on the keyboard.
Awesome! The previously mentioned instructions work!
I tried it last night around 8pm and the CSR said I had to wait until Feb 11. I tried it again about 15 mins ago (to test out the day reps) and after I asked about verifying my phone is eligible for an upgrade, they asked if I wanted to order it and have it delivered within 7 days for a 2 year extension!
Cant wait to enjoy my new BB 8900! Thanks BGR and everyone else…
spoke to a rep today and my phone is being sent as we speak!!!!!!!!199.99 after rebate 499 retail
I called in and followed the 6 step instructions.. Worked fine for me. I wanted to change the shipping address, but that would’ve required me to give up my discount
Called about 20 minutes ago PST. 1st male rep wouldn’t budge. 2nd time around, got a VERY nice and helpful lady who spoke to who her supervisor who said no, but put the order through anyway after a few minutes of conversation. All she said was that she couldn’t guarantee when it would arrive but that she’d put the order through anyway.
Followed these steps:
1. 611
2. say “upgrade”
3. say “blackberry”
4. be nice, ask if you’re qualified
5. if so, request the bb and be on your way
HURRAH!
Awesome!
Just ordered mine too!
3 days and Ill be back in Blackberry Heaven!
Followed the instructions, the lady on the phone was very nice, and told me she had gotten the chance to play around with the new Curve, but she couldn’t let me order it because it’s not out till february.
Called about 3 times….First rep was a blackberry guro but didnt budge… He jus talked about how he couldnt wait to get his hands on it for himself on Feb 11th….obviously he didnt have n e connections…..2nd rep said not available unless i pre pay for it on a credit card but only can offer the 429.00 price….i was about 7 months till full upgrade…..called the 3rd time and told them tha i was going to cancel services since they didnt wanna work with me….the lady in the recovery dept. said she will give it to me for 199.00 including 100 rebate…..it comes on wed. or mayb sooner….cant wait…..was planning on waiting till feb. 11th….thanx BGR
are any of you business customers? i have called 3 times and none will budge. only business customers they would order for.
I just called T-Mobile and asked for the 8900 with a contract extension and they sent it. That easy!
how many of you are personal accts? i have called 5 times and they tell me its not avail till 02/11/09.
when ordering, is it being billed to the account you opened up with T-MO in the 1st place, or can you pay with a different CC account over the phone?
You should always cut away from you, it looked like you were about to slice your thumb off.
Order placed Friday. Opted for free standard shipping. According to UPS.com, delivery on Tuesday!
I’m an out-of-contract non-business customer. Order placed on first try, no problems.
Hi, I’m about to enter my 12th month out of my 24 month contract, and I was wondering if anyone knew how much this phone would be without a contract extension or if it is even possible to get this phone without one. If I qualify to order the phone without a contract extension would I still be able to the $100 rebate? Or is there some sort of requirement I must fulfil in order to get the rebate? Thanks.
Ordered on friday night, but I still can’t get it to show on ups tracking by reference. I’m using my mobile number with dashes.. I hope it comes this week!
they are completely available on Feb 11. I have been using mine from Rogers for a month. I like it but I keep getting service book updates which can be pretty annoying (cant get the red light to turn off without shitting phone off). Oh and 8900 on tmo is available for upgrade price of $200 (after $100 mail in rebate). Tmo customer service says phone will retail for $500.
Called yesterday on my way home and followed instructions. No dice.
Guy on the phone actually said everyone on blogs was lying about getting their phones early, which was pretty entertaining to hear.
Even threatened to switch to ATT to get the Bold and he had their rates right in front of him – said (correctly) that I’d be spending more money by doing that.
Fucker.
I ordered mine but they are charging me $320 total. It’s to arrive soon. I think I have to get a new account to get it for $199.00 the price is $ 449.00 with an upgrade of $120.00 you get it for $299 + tax.
I have to complain and get for $199 as I am extending my contract 2 more years so its like an activation , right?
Tried for a third time and they still won’t let me order. I don’t get how some are CSR’s are letting it go through and some aren’t. Oh well, I’ll just wait until the 2/11…
@Luis
There is a $100 mail-in rebate. so the price is $320 (including tax), but you will get $100 back.
Ordered mine on the 24th, just got it (27th) and I must say, I’m in love.
Camera is FANTASTIC in comparison to the previous curve!
I called and I did not get the phone only they told me not until Feb 11th so who ever got this phones you have to have a business’s account or you can go to ATT and get one and hock it up with t-mobile
^ Why is it outrageous that a company wants you to stick to the agreement you signed? You’re eligible for an upgrade after a certain number of months, so why would you expect to get it early? You’re the unreasonable one here…