LG PM-325 Page Up!

[Marlon_JB2]

'Nuff said.

http://www1.sprintpcs.com/explore/PhonesAccessories/PhoneDetails.jsp?navLocator=%7Cshop%7CphonesAccess ories%7CallPhones%7C&selectSkuId=lg325

[Halo1982]

"Sliding keypad reveals large display. Also features an internal antenna, which offers reception while providing a compact form."

the didn't say good reception :hee:

[calrath]

249 huh? I thought all the radioshack people were reporting it at 229. Oh well, not a big difference.

[Halo1982]

Still a good price...for $229 you get an A620...$249 an A600 or V60v...$279 PM-8200, RL2500 or RL7300, A680, or PM8290...it's a good value at the price.

[calrath]

Still a good price...for $229 you get an A620...$249 an A600 or V60v...$279 PM-8200, RL2500 or RL7300, A680, or PM8290...it's a good value at the price.

I agree. Just making an observation, that's all. :)

[Halo1982]

I agree. Just making an observation, that's all. :)
I know...I think the way I said it came out wrong. Anyway I'm glad it's not $280 or $300. =)

[brisk]

nice. i been waiting for a new bluetooth phone! hopefully costco will have these phones soon :)

[chrisngrod]

Someone just tell me if the DUN works on it so I can get rid of my t608.

[Murcielago]

Someone just tell me if the DUN works on it so I can get rid of my t608.
http://www.howardforums.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=496278

[chrisngrod]

Thanks... now I'm very tempted.

[Sid3ways s13]

I got to play with one of these phones at the Sprint Confrence in Michigan, cool looking phone, all the upcoming LG models that were there are all slider phones. Not sure how much I have faith in the slide lasting as long as a normal flip. I've got an entire full color 3 page book on all its features and such.

[chrisngrod]

Has anyone called in an order? It wouldn't let me add to basket.

[SL10]

Has anyone called in an order? It wouldn't let me add to basket.
That link in OP post is a pre launch product page of the LG, probably why you can't order it yet?

[chrisngrod]

That's what I suspected, but just curious if anyone tried to call :-).

[SL10]

249 huh? I thought all the radioshack people were reporting it at 229. Oh well, not a big difference.
It is $229.99, I am looking at today's Radio Shack Sunday insert. Titled "Give the gift of wireless from Radio Shack!" SKU# 17-2619.

[chrisngrod]

I went to Radio Shack, and the lady there said she called all around the nation. The only response she could get is that somewhere in NY someone said they'd get it in about 2 weeks. Nothing clear obviously, but if you wanted a time frame just to satisfy your needs... Dream about 2 weeks.

[skrubol]

Well that page shows a $30 "web special," so it's actually $219 from their site. I've seen phones offered for less at retailers than from Sprint many times, so I'm sure the Radio Shack price will stand (considering it's been printed in millions of flyers.)
Ugh, 2 year agreement required to get the $30 off. I guess I'll be paying $229 at RatShack.

[Deval]

Someone just tell me if the DUN works on it so I can get rid of my t608.

yes.
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[wired]

If you buy the Lg 325 from radio shack and the thing
malfunctions before a year passes can you take it to a
sprint store to get it replaced? I want to buy at Radio Shack but am concerned about the warrantee.

[wjohn13]

I went to my Radio Shack in Corona, Ca. and the girl there said she is starting a list for people who want the phone. She will call when they get in, and it will be first come, first serve. She was also cool, and said she is authorized to give me a rain check in case the phone shows up after the ad runs out. I will keep this place posted on how things go.

[Deval]

If you buy the Lg 325 from radio shack and the thing
malfunctions before a year passes can you take it to a
sprint store to get it replaced? I want to buy at Radio Shack but am concerned about the warrantee.


yeah you can bring it there to be serviced

[medfordpcs]

I called, telesales are idiots and told me the end of november it will be out, should be out this week though, no worries

[ssaifull]

yes.
.......................

i don't think i've read a single thread/post discussing new plans for laptop tethering (DUN) that i heard where in the works. are they going to impose the same 3 MB Vision for $15 with this phone as well, totally negating the inclusion of the DUN profile?

i only ask cuz i got stuck with that vision plan back when i had my t608, after two months of unlimited usage.

[chrisngrod]

i don't think i've read a single thread/post discussing new plans for laptop tethering (DUN) that i heard where in the works. are they going to impose the same 3 MB Vision for $15 with this phone as well, totally negating the inclusion of the DUN profile?

i only ask cuz i got stuck with that vision plan back when i had my t608, after two months of unlimited usage.


I remember the talk about that, but it never happened to me.

[Murcielago]

i don't think i've read a single thread/post discussing new plans for laptop tethering (DUN) that i heard where in the works. are they going to impose the same 3 MB Vision for $15 with this phone as well, totally negating the inclusion of the DUN profile?

i only ask cuz i got stuck with that vision plan back when i had my t608, after two months of unlimited usage.
You might have been the only person in the country with that plan. The rest of us got to keep our unlimited Vision.

[bluecoyote]

Wow, am I reading this right? Sprint DIDN'T Cripple bluetooth? Wow, too bad none of the higher end phones will have bluetooth. I'd say this should at least satisfy the T608 users.

[wired]

the lg 325 is only 3.3 ounces and has bluetooth. what more could you ask for in a phone?

[bluecoyote]

A QVGA screen (or at least 176x220) , a video camera, multimedia, a megapixel camera, perhaps a flip, or a slider that serves some purpose (perhaps there's a way to autolock the keypad when it slides down) , an mp3 player, etc. ?

Not to rip on this phone entirely... I really would have to use it. If the slider can lock the keypad automatically, that's cool!

[Deval]

most sliders enable keyguard as soon as you slide it up/down. I know the 325 does

[PumiceT]

Well, I wonder, does the slider need to be open to dial / answer? I want to leave the phone in my pocket and answer by pressing the button on my Bluetooth headset. Possible?

[Deval]

Since the phone most likely supposed the handsfree and headset profile, it would work.

[ssaifull]

You might have been the only person in the country with that plan. The rest of us got to keep our unlimited Vision.

yeah, might have been! i confirmed that i did when i worked for sprint this summer. i checked the notes on my account, and a supervisor had put a note on my account, saying this 'account is being monitored'.

[brisk]

any news to when costco might be carrying the lg325's? thanks.

[tuolumne]

any news to when costco might be carrying the lg325's? thanks.

Not anytime soon

[Deval]

let the stores get it 1st :hee:

[DigitalFreik]

any news to when costco might be carrying the lg325's? thanks.

They won't be at all. They will have the vi660, pm8200 and mm7400 until at least march 2005. Then after that the only change might be to replace the vi660 with another small cheap color flip. Then that lineup will last until at least may 2005.

So odds of Costco picking up the PM325 are effectively zero.




let the stores get it 1st :hee:
Exactly. That's what I am waiting for. Stores here in So Cal are expecting them by the end of this week.

[qwestcell]

Word is sprint did NOT cripple blue tooth so youc na send files/pics/text via BT to other BT phones, wich is HELLA cool, and the main reaosn BT was invented in the first place.

the phone si nto expensive, and loosk good, i will recomend it to my sister.

once the slider/MPcamera/MP3 player/BTenabled/SD slot phone comes out i will e-bay my A700 and grab it, but until then i got nothing to jump for.

[Deval]

thats called OBEX and OPP, and I believe THAT was disabled...dont quote me on it

[brisk]

hey, this may sound like a dumb questions, but what are the benefits of buying this phone or any new phone at radioshack or sprint store...comapred to costco when costco offers their lifetime warranty...juss curious...thanks again.

[Felicia]

hey, this may sound like a dumb questions, but what are the benefits of buying this phone or any new phone at radioshack or sprint store...comapred to costco when costco offers their lifetime warranty...juss curious...thanks again.


bragging rights...is my guess!

[Luchini]

How do you slide it down? Do you push a button or move it with ur fingers?

Is the 65,000 screen as good as the Samsungs and Sanyo's?

My 5225 4,000 color screen sucks. Half of the 3gupload.com pics dont even work on it or looked all messed up.

[PumiceT]

Is this (http://www.sprintusers.com/forum/showthread.php?t=53536) repost "normal" and "acceptable?" I was about to post "REPOST" in the thread, but I have a feeling the whole purpose for the News and Announcements forum is for this kind of stuff.

I can't FREAKIN WAIT for this phone!! My Samsung A500 is begging to be replaced.

[Dave]

Yes, posts in that section of the forum are what make up the news stories on the SprintUsers.com home page.

[chrisngrod]

Is this (http://www.sprintusers.com/forum/showthread.php?t=53536) repost "normal" and "acceptable?" I was about to post "REPOST" in the thread, but I have a feeling the whole purpose for the News and Announcements forum is for this kind of stuff.

I can't FREAKIN WAIT for this phone!! My Samsung A500 is begging to be replaced.


A500 was a good phone though. My t608 is begging to be beat down.

[Deval]

How do you slide it down? Do you push a button or move it with ur fingers?

Is the 65,000 screen as good as the Samsungs and Sanyo's?

My 5225 4,000 color screen sucks. Half of the 3gupload.com pics dont even work on it or looked all messed up.


slide it down with your fingers

[Mjnoles1]

Hey,

I like a lot of people have been waiting for awhile for this phone to be released. I just have a question, is there a way to find out if this phone is 100% compatible with a 2004 Lexus LX470 with the bluetooth phone system? Can I find out by looking at the specs of the phone, or checking at some website or is it just a buy it and try it situation? The reason I ask is because I purchased the t608 because it had bluetooth but that phone is not 100% compatiable all the time. So, just seeing if there is any other way to know if the LG 325 is going to be 100% compatible without purchasing it first.

Thanks for the help :)

[Ted]

I would say take your lexus to the sprint store and make the sales rep come out to the parking lot with the phone and earn his money by showing you. Chances are, he/she won't have a clue, and then you can validate your impressions yourself.

PS. Jealous, I want a Lexus too! :)

[Panjab]

I just called Sprint (the 800#) and they said late week 11/22 for a release, but to check with the local stores.

I deal with a regional alamosa Rep for Sprint through work for phone stuff and am trying to get one through her.

I've got two options: obsessing over electronics or doing Herion

[chrisngrod]

You've done so much you can't even spell it!

[Tajam]

heard rumors that it might get pushed back to december..... I woudnt be suprised.

[shumacher]

I've been hoping Sprint would do something like this. I've been thinking about making a jump when my contract ends in a few Feburary, but if this LG gets good reviews, I might pick one up in a few months. I've just never seen an LG (on Sprint or elsewhere) that I really cared for.

[hoorel]

I just got off the phone with a sprint employee at around midnight mountain time... and she found the 325 in her computer listings and was able to order it... it took her about 5 minutes of searching but it was there and availiable to be ordered... and then my cellphone battery died... go figure!

Guess I will order it tomorrow!

[wired]

sure hope the sprint employee you talked to was correct...

I will be going to the sprint store tomorrow on my lunch
break to order mine. Looks like I might be getting some take out and eating inside the sprint store while I wait for my name to be called.

never thought I would get so excited about a phone, but hey its gonna be my first bluetooth phone. :hee:

[zipp0]

sure hope the sprint employee you talked to was correct...

I will be going to the sprint store tomorrow on my lunch
break to order mine. Looks like I might be getting some take out and eating inside the sprint store while I wait for my name to be called.

never thought I would get so excited about a phone, but hey its gonna be my first bluetooth phone. :hee:

How do I go about ordering??? Will they have 325's in the store, or will I have to specially order them? :confused:

[dynamojon]

what I'm wondering is will the sprint store give a new activation the webspecial discount? what's the incentive to buying the phone in-store other than the instant gratification (not that that's bad:D)?

[lcyals]

I just got off the phone with a sprint employee at around midnight mountain time... and she found the 325 in her computer listings and was able to order it... it took her about 5 minutes of searching but it was there and availiable to be ordered... and then my cellphone battery died... go figure!

Guess I will order it tomorrow!

Who did you talk to. I just got off the phone with telesales and the lady told me JANUARY!!!!!!!!!!!!! She said there is these is this e-mail in huge letters saying it won't be able until then. :eek: Please, if you remember who you spoke to, pm me and let me know. Thanks.

[wired]

just called local sprint store and they said that they would possibly have the lg 325 in early next week. I asked if they
were sure and they said no guarantees. :confused:

[larriveejp]

Here is what I got from Sprint today after asking about the availability and features of the 325:

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First Reply from Sprint about the LG and Bluetooth:

Thank you for writing back with your account information.

I regret to inform you that currently we are not offering any
bluetooth-enabled handsets. The Sony-Ericsson T608 handset has been discontinued. We will be shortly launching another bluetooth-enabled handset. However, due to competitive reason, I will be unable to tell you the exact date of launch. Be assured whenever we launch the handset, we will inform you through high profile promotion.

You can choose from the wide variety of handsets offered by us.

To view all our handsets, simply click on the following hyperlink:

http://www1.sprintpcs.com/explore/P...ries/Phones.jsp

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My Reply:

Not to be a pest but clearly the LG325 is in the pipeline:
http://www1.sprintpcs.com/explore/P...lectSkuId=lg325

All I need to know is if Bluetooth will be crippled on the above phone or whichever Bluetooth phone eventually makes its way to the market. I would prefer to stay with Sprint, but it is difficult when I am unable to get information about the products you offer.

Furthermore, the T608 is still available for purchase at 866-PCS-AUTO. However, I was told I can't use my $150 upgrade rebate on this phone. Why should I have to pay full price for this specific phone? It simply shouldn't be this hard.

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Second Reply from Sprint:

I appreciate you for contacting again.

I am so sorry for the incorrect information. Be assured that the
bluetooth technology will run perfectly on LG325.

Yes, the mail-in rebate of $150.00 is not applicable on the Sony
Ericsson T608. I will suggest you to go for LG325, as that is a better
handset with more features.

Have a nice day!

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[BC525]

...
I am so sorry for the incorrect information. Be assured that the
bluetooth technology will run perfectly on LG325...

I have a feeling this person will end up apologizing for this statement as well...

But hey let's hope for the best as the OBEX profile would sure be nice to have on the LG325!

[Panjab]

Here is a response from our Corporate Sprint Rep. We are in a smaller market in South east Washington State:

Hi John,
I received a reply from our local inventory gal. She had a conference call with Corporate and Kennewick is scheduled to have this phone by late November/early December. The phone will be available thru our 800 number sooner, so you can go that route. They can still offer you the $150 rebate with a 2 year renewal and ship the phone to your home. This might be your quickest route.

I will let you know when I find out more info!!!

Hope this helps.

[Panjab]

Called the 800.253.1315 number:

the operator said they were expecting the 325 would be available today or tomorrow. It's too late for it today, but she said probably tomorrow 11/18/04.

[hoorel]

well... to expand on my post (now that I have some more time...)

Last night I called in to find out which of my 6 phones are availiable for the 18 month upgrade program. After I found out that the number I am using was elligible I inquired about the pm325. The lady (a very nice one from Texas) searched for about 5 minutes of hold time... "you didnt mean a 3205?" "No... the 325... not a Nokia, an LG."

So after about 5 minutes, she came back and had it availiable on her screen... I wasnt able to order, because of my battery of my phone dying... (it had been a long day)...

However, this may be helpfull (dont ask me how... but i just thought I would say it anyways) ..... she was not from the "purchase new phones and services" option from the automated menu... she was from the "existing Sprint PCS customers" option.....

and damn me for not writing down her name....

[bluetooth2]

Does this mean you can buy the 325 at a sprint store this week?

[wired]

my best guess is early next week... as I have spoken with one of the more intelligent reps in the local sprint store

[Panjab]

my best guess is early next week... as I have spoken with one of the more intelligent reps in the local sprint store


yes, I believe the local stores will have them beginning next week, however, the main corporate store is supposed to have them earlier than next week, either by calling the 1.800 number or purchasing directly from the website, and having it shipped to you.

As I said earlier, the lady I spoke with said Tomorrow 11/18/04

[bradbomb]

Yo, check out the LG 325 page again on Sprint PCS, the price changed down to $229 before the savings. Still can't add to cart yet though.

[Trager]

Actually, I just checked and the Add to Cart link is live. Go figure.

[BC525]

Actually, I just checked and the Add to Cart link is live. Go figure.

The link has always been live it just does not really add the phone to the cart!

[wired]

November 22 is when the lg 325 becomes available at Sprint :D

[PumiceT]

November 22 is when the lg 325 becomes available at Sprint :D
And you know this... how?

And, now it's only $49.99 online!!! (Think maybe someone at SprintPCS is changing the price to tease us?)

[DcDave63]

Ok, for $49.99, I would retire my vm4050.

[zipp0]

Is it November 22nd yet ... :[

[Panjab]

November 22 is when the lg 325 becomes available at Sprint :D


Yes, I think for the sprint stores it will be the 22, but earlier to get it from corporate, at least that's what they are saying.

[PumiceT]

So, call telesales, or what? The 22nd is Monday. Think it'll be available tomorrow or this weekend by calling?

[wired]

call and order on the 22nd

[PumiceT]

But (now that I think about it) there's an additional $30 off when ordered online.

[fides7]

i just called 888.211.4727 and was told the phone was available to order. The only reason i didn't order is because i bought my MM700 from RadioShack and have to wait for RS to receive the LG (so that i can apply my $150 new customer rebate) :(

[Panjab]

So, call telesales, or what? The 22nd is Monday. Think it'll be available tomorrow or this weekend by calling?

I've called and spoken to 3 different operators today. None of them have ever heard of LG nor are they at all familiar with the PM-325 model, and are especially dumbfounded when I say "bluetooth". There are only like 20 different phones Sprint carries. Don't they send out a memo or something? Doesn't the company educate their employee's on the products they are selling?

Anyway, 3 different operators and 3 different answers as to when the 325 will be available for purchase. So far anytime between yesterday and the beginning of December.

Your guess is as good as mine

[Panjab]

i just called 888.211.4727 and was told the phone was available to order. The only reason i didn't order is because i bought my MM700 from RadioShack and have to wait for RS to receive the LG (so that i can apply my $150 new customer rebate) :(
qwertyqwerty

[fides7]

No, it is not a bogus number. I know it's the activation phone number, but you can ask Claire for "phone sales" and you're directed to sales rep. Anyway, doesn't matter, because I just called back to order the phone (I figured i'll worry about rebate later) and the rep I spoke to this time says it is NOT yet available for sale. I explained to her that I had just called less than 1 hr ago and had been told it was available. She said not available. I can't believe I was told yes and less than an hour later no! Long story short, NOT yet available...sorry :( :mad:

[Panjab]

No, it is not a bogus number. I know it's the activation phone number, but you can ask Claire for "phone sales" and you're directed to sales rep. Anyway, doesn't matter, because I just called back to order the phone (I figured i'll worry about rebate later) and the rep I spoke to this time says it is NOT yet available for sale. I explained to her that I had just called less than 1 hr ago and had been told it was available. She said not available. I can't believe I was told yes and less than an hour later no! Long story short, NOT yet available...sorry :( :mad:

Ya, sorry I tried to retract my reply.... I pushed a button or something and got sent directly to the auto activation loop of death.

I'm going to try again tomorrow.

-john

[wired]

The salespeople have one primary objective- to sell phones!

Now if they tell you there is going to be a newer bluetooth
model next week that doesn't help accomplish their objectives.

Sprint should just have a system where you can place orders in advance of the release date.

[mikeg]

i just went into the sprint store near my house and they told me that they might have it in next week or the week after, but they couldn't guarantee anything.

[wired]

there truly are no guarantees in life ;)

[Panjab]

The salespeople have one primary objective- to sell phones!

Now if they tell you there is going to be a newer bluetooth
model next week that doesn't help accomplish their objectives.

Sprint should just have a system where you can place orders in advance of the release date.

So what you are saying is. The Sprint operators are deliberately withholding information from me when I ask them specifically for the PM-325, because they think they can sell me a different model?

Does that make any sense?

[Deval]

no I think its because the reps dont know about the phone, since its not out and available yet

[PumiceT]

no I think its because the reps dont know about the phone, since its not out and available yet
Yeah, so they try to sell you what they DO have now, rather than risk you buying from someone else once you hang up.

[Panjab]

no I think its because the reps dont know about the phone, since its not out and available yet

My reply was in reference to a reply of a posting I made previously where I thought it was crazy that the operators have no information on up and coming hardware, release dates, etc... Most I spoke with had never even heard of the company, LG, let alone the pm-325. There are only like 20 phones sprint offers; it isn't like they have to remember 31 flavors at baskin Robins, but those pimple faced retards don't seem to have a problem.

Ok, I'm an operator/sales person at Sprint. That's my figgin dead-end job. I would probably read sprintusers.com... I would probably talk to my coworkers about things like customers calling up and asking about something my company is going to sell, it's even on my companies web site, but I haven't got a ****ing clue what they are talking about. I think I might feel a little dumb or be a little mad that customers know more about my job than I do.

that's all I'm trying to say.
-john

[PumiceT]

Ok, I'm an operator/sales person at Sprint. That's my figgin dead-end job. I would probably read sprintusers.com... I would probably talk to my coworkers about things like customers calling up and asking about something my company is going to sell, it's even on my companies web site, but I haven't got a ****ing clue what they are talking about. I think I might feel a little dumb or be a little mad that customers know more about my job than I do.
I feel EXACTLY the same way. An example is when you go into any computer / electronics store and ask a question. When the salesperson's first move is to check the PRINTED PRODUCT INFORMATION TAG, you know you already know as much (if not more) than they do.

Either Sprint employees are dumb, uninterested, or they've been sworn to secrecy.

[wired]

So what you are saying is. The Sprint operators are deliberately withholding information from me when I ask them specifically for the PM-325, because they think they can sell me a different model?

Does that make any sense?

Yes. They are insiders with more information than we do.
They have access to a corporate email system which briefs
them on selling points and phones to push out the door first. Try asking them you don't know what phone to get.

First they'll ask if you would like vision. Then they'll probably ask you what price range. If you say you dont care then they'll push the highest priced model they can
and offer the discount if you're the new customer. And
they are tracked on how many phones and plans they sell each day.

[Panjab]

[QUOTE=wired]Yes. They are insiders with more information than we do.
They have access to a corporate email system which briefs
them on selling points and phones to push out the door first. Try asking them you don't know what phone to get.

First they'll ask if you would like vision. Then they'll probably ask you what price range. If you say you dont care then they'll push the highest priced model they can
and offer the discount if you're the new customer. And
they are tracked on how many phones and plans they sell each day.[/QUOTE

This lady asked me three times who the manufacturer of the pm325 is. I told her "LG". I had to stop and tell her there is an electroncis company named, LG. Just like Sony or Samsung or Sanyo, except it doesn't start with an "S", but rather an L, hence, LG. Believe me, she had never heard of an LG. And as for the local stores, only the management have access to the corporate email system. I don't know about the operators in the big call centers, and what they have access to, but wouldn't you figure they would at least get an email about up and coming products?

[oktane]

I agree that Algae makes great phones.

[QUOTE=wired]
This lady asked me three times who the manufacturer of the pm325 is. I told her "LG". I had to stop and tell her there is an electroncis company named, LG. Just like Sony or Samsung or Sanyo, except it doesn't start with an "S", but rather an L, hence, LG. Believe me, she had never heard of an LG. And as for the local stores, only the management have access to the corporate email system. I don't know about the operators in the big call centers, and what they have access to, but wouldn't you figure they would at least get an email about up and coming products?

[wired]

This lady asked me three times who the manufacturer of the pm325 is. I told her "LG". I had to stop and tell her there is an electroncis company named, LG. Just like Sony or Samsung or Sanyo, except it doesn't start with an "S", but rather an L, hence, LG. Believe me, she had never heard of an LG. And as for the local stores, only the management have access to the corporate email system. I don't know about the operators in the big call centers, and what they have access to, but wouldn't you figure they would at least get an email about up and coming products?[/QUOTE]

Its quite possible she was sent an email or memo and just
didn't take the time to read it. I am absolutely sure that
Sprint trained her in some sort of way. When I first signed up with Sprint, the lady over the phone sounded like a professional salesman.

She said stuff like "We're offering this deal today I cant be sure if such a good deal will still be around tomorrow" and "this is Samsung's top of the line phone we're the only ones carrying it right now" and "Many of our customers are happy with the crystal clear call clarity"

of course all this took place about two years ago, so its quite possible Sprint cut short the sales training program by now or are just hiring order takers and not salesman.

[lcyals]

This sounds like bad news. I don't know how accurate it is. Please take this with a grain of salt. I got this reply in response to an e-mail that I sent to ecare.

"We understand how frustrating this should have been for you. We know
how it feels when you are given different answers about product or
handset availability. We would be glad to clarify.

We apologize for the inconvenience you have experienced about the
different answers you got for the availability of the LG PM325. Please
be assured that this is not the standard of customer service we want to
provide our valued customers like you. We want to address you with
high
regard and respect. We have forwarded this issue to the appropriate
department for prompt action and proper dissemination of information
regarding the availability of this phone.

We reviewed the availability of the LG PM325 handset by looking into
our
warehouse and availability records. We were able to verify that it is
actually not available for offer for the next 3 months. It is not in
any of our warehouses as of this time and will be available for sale in
February 2005. The advertisement on our website is for information
purposes only. It merely tries to advertise that the phone will be
available soon. However, we apologize that the availability date was
not included. We have forwarded this to the appropriate department for
prompt action.

Thank you for contacting us. Please let us know if you have further
questions."


Nestor O.
Sprint eCare

[bjork_rules]

This sounds like bad news. I don't know how accurate it is. Please take this with a grain of salt. I got this reply in response to an e-mail that I sent to ecare.

"We understand how frustrating this should have been for you. We know
how it feels when you are given different answers about product or
handset availability. We would be glad to clarify.

We apologize for the inconvenience you have experienced about the
different answers you got for the availability of the LG PM325. Please
be assured that this is not the standard of customer service we want to
provide our valued customers like you. We want to address you with
high
regard and respect. We have forwarded this issue to the appropriate
department for prompt action and proper dissemination of information
regarding the availability of this phone.

We reviewed the availability of the LG PM325 handset by looking into
our
warehouse and availability records. We were able to verify that it is
actually not available for offer for the next 3 months. It is not in
any of our warehouses as of this time and will be available for sale in
February 2005. The advertisement on our website is for information
purposes only. It merely tries to advertise that the phone will be
available soon. However, we apologize that the availability date was
not included. We have forwarded this to the appropriate department for
prompt action.

Thank you for contacting us. Please let us know if you have further
questions."


Nestor O.
Sprint eCare
Sounds like they were talking about the 535. I called last week about the PM325 and got the same response, but the guy thought that I had said 535.

[PhilB]

We reviewed the availability of the LG PM325 handset by looking into our warehouse and availability records. We were able to verify that it is actually not available for offer for the next 3 months. It is not in any of our warehouses as of this time and will be available for sale in
February 2005.

Thank you for contacting us. Please let us know if you have further
questions."


Nestor O.
Sprint eCare

Be sure to drop Nestor a note when you get that new phone is a week or so.

-phil

[bradbomb]

Well the Sprint Online store is temporarily offline, maybe its to add the LG-325. I don't know about Sprint, but with Apple at least when the Apple Store Online usually goes down its when a new product is being put up live.

[PumiceT]

Doesn't seem to be the case, yet.

[Commoncents]

Ok i've read this whole thread and even though i dont see it on the list on sprint site. i'm hoping it has speakerphone/readylink....pretty much everything my sanyo 4500 has

[bjork_rules]

Ok i've read this whole thread and even though i dont see it on the list on sprint site. i'm hoping it has speakerphone/readylink....pretty much everything my sanyo 4500 has
Try searching. It won't have either.

[slffl]

Hmmm, I was actually looking at getting this phone until I saw it has an STN screen. I can't believe these are still used.

[Halo2Proz]

Hmmm, I was actually looking at getting this phone until I saw it has an STN screen. I can't believe these are still used.

looks pretty good in real life

[PumiceT]

I'm getting very anxious.... :furious: Where is this phone?!

[Panjab]

I'm getting very anxious.... :furious: Where is this phone?!

I keep calling and calling. Last person I spoke (11/22 11:00am PST) with said it was supposed to be released last week. :eek:

I'm sitting here with a lame ass Sanyo 4900.

I've ordered my bluetooth usb access point, and that should be here today.

[Marlon_JB2]

I want the phone too, but can't justify the cost/trouble of buying another phone and my current one isn't even half a year old, and there's not a thing wrong with it. :( However, I will be at the Sprint Store with my PowerBook to see how the two interact with each other (Bluetooth). :)

[lcyals]

Okay, so I called Telesales and the first thing the lady says is not until 1st or 2nd week of Dec. :eek: I told her that I called last week and was told the week of 11/22. She talks to her supervisor and says that FOR SURE it's going to be available this Friday. I hope.

[wired]

I called too and they said this Friday as well. Looks like its gonna be available Friday.

[PumiceT]

:woohoo:



(But not holding my breath.)

[lcyals]

:woohoo:



(But not holding my breath.)

Exactly :eyeroll:

[PumiceT]

I'll probably buy online (at 12:01am on Friday, if it's available by then) and avoid the crazy Black Friday shoppers (and get an additional $30 off).

[Panjab]

Well at least Friday is something new instead of calling up and getting, "I don't know"... Makes sense to release on the largest shopping day of the year; however, I'm with pumice and am not holding the breath

[hoorel]

hey... I'm with you guys... I have been waiting for this phone for a while as well...

2 questions for you guys:

1- does it bother you that the screen is STN? and might be slow to refresh and not look the greatest?

2- Any ideas which markets would be getting them in stores first? I live in Idaho, and know that the Sprint stores and Radio Shacks dont even have them listed as an "upcomming" phone... however, for the thanksgiving weekend, I am in Los Angeles... I figure what a better place to find such a thing as a bluetooth phone for sprint with all the tech freaks out here.

[wired]

hey... I'm with you guys... I have been waiting for this phone for a while as well...

2 questions for you guys:

1- does it bother you that the screen is STN? and might be slow to refresh and not look the greatest?

2- Any ideas which markets would be getting them in stores first? I live in Idaho, and know that the Sprint stores and Radio Shacks dont even have them listed as an "upcomming" phone... however, for the thanksgiving weekend, I am in Los Angeles... I figure what a better place to find such a thing as a bluetooth phone for sprint with all the tech freaks out here.


Its a good thing that its STN because an active matrix screen would have drained the battery too much. The battery would need to power both the wireless and bluetooth signals at the same time. They could have given the phone a bigger battery to power an active matrix screen but that would increase its weight and size. I love that the phone is only 3.3 ounces!

As for what markets get the phone first...I suspect major metropolitan cities have the highest likelihood. Los Angeles, Houston, Chicago...etc. Although, this phone is supposed to be rolled out nationwide at the same time.

I suspect the delays were because Sprint had to build up enough inventory to be able to provide the entire country with this phone or maybe they didn't want this bluetooth phone cannibalizing the sales of their bluetooth Treo 650.

[PumiceT]

Anyone have any feelings on whether this will be available online at like 12:01am Friday?

I'm sure it'd be speculation, and your guess is as good as mine, but maybe they've done this before?

[slffl]

Its a good thing that its STN because an active matrix screen would have drained the battery too much. The battery would need to power both the wireless and bluetooth signals at the same time. They could have given the phone a bigger battery to power an active matrix screen but that would increase its weight and size. I love that the phone is only 3.3 ounces!


Oh man, this is no reason. My 4500 lasts longer than this phone (according to specs) and has 2 active matrix screens and weighs only .5 ounces more. There are many phones with the same specs that also use a TFT screen. I'm saying the reason they use them is because it gives them more money in their pockets.

[Panjab]

Oh man, this is no reason. My 4500 lasts longer than this phone (according to specs) and has 2 active matrix screens and weighs only .5 ounces more. There are many phones with the same specs that also use a TFT screen. I'm saying the reason they use them is because it gives them more money in their pockets.

Does anyone have a good source of information on the different screens? To be perfectly honest I don't know much about the differences.

It isn't like I'm going use the phone to watch Sopranos or anything, so I don't know how much I care; however, being able to view in different lighting situations is a big deal. I use my phone to check baseball scores, weather, read news, etc.

Anything with a better screen than my Sanyo4900 would be great.

[Panjab]

As of 12:22pm PST:

Telesales told me they have a new update on the release of the 325. November 30 give or take a day or two....

can anyone else verify this?

[Recluse]

As of 12:22pm PST:

Telesales told me they have a new update on the release of the 325. November 30 give or take a day or two....

can anyone else verify this?

the sprint people are so frigging dumb. a few of them told me this friday and a couple said in december. its amazing how some of these people keep their jobs not knowing what the heck they are doing. my advice to you is when it comes out, it comes out cuz these morons at sprint will give you a different time and date everytime you call them and ask them about the release of this phone.

[PhilB]

the sprint people are so frigging dumb. a few of them told me this friday and a couple said in december. its amazing how some of these people keep their jobs not knowing what the heck they are doing.

Well let's see. Friday is two business days before November 30 and one day before December. Sounds like Novermber 30 give or take a day or two to me.

-phil

[dervatl]

I checked the two largest Sprint stores here in Atlanta about an hour ago. They don't have any. Unfortunately, the people you get to speak with are usually not the most knowledgeable ones. Matter of factly, one of them didn't even know it was coming out.

This brings up a good point and something that Sprint, as a company, should address. There ought to be an official (or perhaps a web page) at the company that releases new phone information/arrival info on a daily basis. Simply put up a web page the the very latest info available on any particular day. If a date changes, change the arrival date with a one liner stating why or the problem that's being addressed. It sure would make me more "connected" to Sprint. It wouldn't cost them hardly anything. To make this successful though, it's got to be managed by a person that's in on the decision making. Are you listening Sprint?

Some enterprising exec should take this on as a mission and make a name for yourself. If you don't think it'd be popular, just stand back and count the page hits! There are at least 3 popular web sites that "scrounge" for this info almost daily. Step up to the plate Sprint!

[Halo2Proz]

They have that for employees :hee:

[hoorel]

Does anyone have a good source of information on the different screens? To be perfectly honest I don't know much about the differences.

STN vs TFD vs TFT (http://www.mobiledia.com/forum/topic14585.html)

This is a site that talks about a few Sony Ericson phones with the different screens... there is a knowledgeable guy a few posts down that gives a good description...

Do you think this will matter in your phone?

[wired]

The screen is not that important. Its a phone, not a tv or computer monitor. As long as I can read it and have the phone mate with my Acura tl and bluetooth headset, I'm a happy camper!

[PumiceT]

The screen is not that important. Its a phone, not a tv or computer monitor. As long as I can read it and have the phone mate with my Acura tl and bluetooth headset, I'm a happy camper!
EXACTLY.

When I got my A500, I was all thrilled to be one of the first people with a color screen on my phone. I made wallpapers and uploaded them, I would change my wallpaper every few days or so... Then, it dawned on me: I spent $300 on a PHONE that had a color screen. It's just a PHONE, first and foremost. I've begun to think of it more as a tool and less of a toy.

With Bluetooth on this phone, I'll be able to use my Jabra BT200 ear piece without the multi-adapter, and answer calls without touching the phone. This is quite a nice convenience for driving, especially here in NY State where we can get a ticket for using a phone while driving.

I honestly couldn't care less if this phone had a (nicely visable) monochrome screen, and for all I care they could remove the camera. Sure, it's cool and maybe I'll use it in those spontaneous moments when you "need" a camera (like when you happen across a celebrity or see something so interesting that you HAVE to share).

[BC525]

EXACTLY.

When I got my A500, I was all thrilled to be one of the first people with a color screen on my phone. I made wallpapers and uploaded them, I would change my wallpaper every few days or so... Then, it dawned on me: I spent $300 on a PHONE that had a color screen. It's just a PHONE, first and foremost. I've begun to think of it more as a tool and less of a toy.

With Bluetooth on this phone, I'll be able to use my Jabra BT200 ear piece without the multi-adapter, and answer calls without touching the phone. This is quite a nice convenience for driving, especially here in NY State where we can get a ticket for using a phone while driving.

I honestly couldn't care less if this phone had a (nicely visable) monochrome screen, and for all I care they could remove the camera. Sure, it's cool and maybe I'll use it in those spontaneous moments when you "need" a camera (like when you happen across a celebrity or see something so interesting that you HAVE to share).


You nailed it here! I share your feelings completely with this. I honeslty wish they wouldn't have thrown a camera on this phone as all the rumors about where you can't have them. But I've never expereinced something like that because I still have an old A460. But like you, I use the Jabra BT200 and I'm excited about the fact that I won't have to carry the adapter around attached the phone.
This is the only phone I have (no landline) and to me it's merely a communications tool. I'm on the thing all the time and the BT headset has become a must have! It'll be cool if I can get my T2 to dial the phone as well as I've got tons of contacts in the thing. I don't know how I'm going to transfer my phone book from the A460 to the 325....may just have to manually add them (that'll suck!)..I don't have any cable or software for the phone...allthough if they package the 325 with a USB cable I may be able to just grab everything from my OE contacts???
Anywho, sorry for the ramble, I'm bored waiting for this phone!!!!!!

[PumiceT]

Still not available online. Anyone brave enough to venture into a retail store today?

[ptackbar]

I just called my nearest Radio Shack and Sprint stores and neither of them have it (and it's not in their inventory systems either)...

[Recluse]

i called telesales and they said next week.

[PumiceT]

i called telesales and they said next week.
Did you get their name? Did you talk to a supervisor? Did you get it in writing? :hee:
I wouldn't count on this grapevine information.

[DcDave63]

I can only say that this is Sprint's loss. Hundreds of thousands of shoppers today on the busiest shopping day of the year, and no LG slider. I wonder who will be getting Sprint's lost sales?? Stupid mistake.

[wired]

how can sprint reps give such misleading information? One rep told me lg 325 release was today another told me it was last monday.

[Gecko]

I can only say that this is Sprint's loss. Hundreds of thousands of shoppers today on the busiest shopping day of the year, and no LG slider. I wonder who will be getting Sprint's lost sales?? Stupid mistake.

How do you know it was Sprint's decision? Could be the manufacturer couldn't ship in qty in time for the holiday.

[kb5sho]

I called, telesales are idiots and told me the end of november it will be out, should be out this week though, no worries


Hey Medfordpcs.....is the phone out yet? Sounds like the "idiots" who said it would be the end of november weren't such idiots. Just because you don't get the answer you expect doesn't make someone an idiot.....does it???

Can you hear me now.......idiot!

[wired]

How do you know it was Sprint's decision? Could be the manufacturer couldn't ship in qty in time for the holiday.

I'm sure that Sprint had a few hundred units available for sale but didn't want lg 325 cannibalizing sales of treo 650.
Even then, they should have released the 325. From a marketing standpoint, it just makes sense- release a few units and have them be sold out to make people realize what a hot phone it is.

It is truly Sprints loss, because of the massive traffic in Sprint stores today. People who wander in the store will see the demo bluetooth phone and might decide to wait for more stock to arrive rather than going to competition for the bluetooth.

It would wise for Sprint to quickly take advantage of the Cingular/Att merger confusion and pull out all the stops and put out their newest stuff and most attractive offers and discounts.

[zipdrive007]

I'm sure that Sprint had a few hundred units available for sale but didn't want lg 325 cannibalizing sales of treo 650.
Even then, they should have released the 325. From a marketing standpoint, it just makes sense- release a few units and have them be sold out to make people realize what a hot phone it is.

It is truly Sprints loss, because of the massive traffic in Sprint stores today. People who wander in the store will see the demo bluetooth phone and might decide to wait for more stock to arrive rather than going to competition for the bluetooth.

It would wise for Sprint to quickly take advantage of the Cingular/Att merger confusion and pull out all the stops and put out their newest stuff and most attractive offers and discounts.


My gut tells me SPCS is up to something behind the scenes before they release a BT phone to the masses.

[mdhuber25]

It's just a PHONE, first and foremost. I've begun to think of it more as a tool and less of a toy.
thats what i think of the car in your avatar. different strokes for different folks.

[Panjab]

So has anyone had any experience with an LG phone?

My friend has an LG phone on the ATT network and he hates it. However, I don't know if the phone sucks because the ATT service sucks or if the phone is lame.

[hoorel]

my brother in law has an LG on Verizon... it is one of the new ones out.. and he loves it... I kinda like it too. No camera, but a speakerphone that is clear as a bell, and the ringers are the clearest I have ever heard. The only one clearer that I have heard is my friends Motorola v600 on ATT.

The LG my bro in law has was manufactured around the same time the new 325 was... so there is a possibility that the features are close to the same... except of course for the bluetooth, slider form factor, and the camera...

His screen is really clear and has a true full duplex speakerphone.

besides the speakerphone, I hope that the new 325 is as nice.

[Deval]

So has anyone had any experience with an LG phone?

My friend has an LG phone on the ATT network and he hates it. However, I don't know if the phone sucks because the ATT service sucks or if the phone is lame.


they are hit or miss with Sprint...either you love the thing, or its gonna end up floating in the hudson river cuz you cant stand it

[RyanM]

Given that the 325 isn't even out yet I guess I can assume that the 535 won't be available until after Christmas. If I were sprint I would have advertised and released the 325, 535, and 5600 on black friday. Seems they might be missing out on holiday sales this year.

[stellarzz]

So has anyone had any experience with an LG phone?

My friend has an LG phone on the ATT network and he hates it. However, I don't know if the phone sucks because the ATT service sucks or if the phone is lame.

The problem is not LG. The Problem is ATT! ATT has to worst coverage in the US. LG is a great company. I was just over in Europe (where everything is bluetooth) and even the LG TV's looked amazing. My girlfriend and a few of my friends have LG phones from Sprint and Verizon and they never had any problems. However, no matter what type of phone you have with ATT, you will have a problem.

P.S. - I have called sprint every single day for the last 30 day's and I got a different answer each day about when the PM-325 is coming out. Today's latest answer was the first time I actaully was quoted a date, November 30th was the day the lady said. I just laughed and asked her if that was November 30th 2005 or 2006.

[Panjab]

P.S. - I have called sprint every single day for the last 30 day's and I got a different answer each day about when the PM-325 is coming out. Today's latest answer was the first time I actaully was quoted a date, November 30th was the day the lady said. I just laughed and asked her if that was November 30th 2005 or 2006.

I hear you! I've had the same experience.

Maybe we should set up a sprint users 12 step program of broken promises and shattered dreams

[stellarzz]

I hear you! I've had the same experience.

Maybe we should set up a sprint users 12 step program of broken promises and shattered dreams


I think it might be more than 12 steps to get over the dissapointment.

[Panjab]

So I called today and the guy said the LG PM-325 is for sale. He took my information and told me, since I have a business account, that someone will call me back to confirm the order. That was about 4 hours ago and nobody has called me back yet.

[claud9999]

Dropped by the Radio Shack by home and they claimed the phone would be in on Friday (Dec. 3). Dropped by the local Sprint store and they said "if it's not on the Sprint phone list, it ain't available". Losers. The lady hadn't even heard of sprintusers.com . Guess I'll check the shack next weekend.

[Dave]

The lady hadn't even heard of sprintusers.com .

WHAAAAAAAAT??? We need to inform these people! Any time you're in a Sprint store, set the Vision home page to www.SprintUsers.com/wap ;)

[Jaggrey]

WHAAAAAAAAT??? We need to inform these people! Any time you're in a Sprint store, set the Vision home page to www.SprintUsers.com/wap ;)
LOL.........gotta get the word out!

[qubit]

I just now called the Sprint sales number off that PM-325 page and no luck. I was told by the woman that it may be in this Friday - but there is no guarantee (her words).

Sit and wait some more I guess.

[Panjab]

I just now called the Sprint sales number off that PM-325 page and no luck. I was told by the woman that it may be in this Friday - but there is no guarantee (her words).

Sit and wait some more I guess.

That is so lame!

I called up and talked to business sales (1.888.233.3538). They are still saying release will be on 11/30 give or take 2 days.

[BC525]

That is so lame!

I called up and talked to business sales (1.888.233.3538). They are still saying release will be on 11/30 give or take 2 days.

Being that today is the 30th, I think it's safe to say that it's "take 2 days" as giving 2 has come and gone! hahah

[Trager]

Uh, Panjab... today is 11/30.

[qubit]

I called up and talked to business sales (1.888.233.3538). They are still saying release will be on 11/30 give or take 2 days.

Perhaps, but I'm not one of their business customers, just some average Joe wanting a new phone.

I called 888.233.3538 anyway and talked to one Carol Johnson (I have her direct line if anyone wants to buy from her, she was very polite - but business sales only).

Carol told me that according to her notes the release date is 11/30 give or take a day.

Since a phone call to Sprint's residential sales this morning reported that the release was to be this Friday, I can only conclude that business customers are given first crack at new releases before the rest of us. Interesting.

[Panjab]

Uh, Panjab... today is 11/30.


That's why I made sure not to leave out the part about 'give or take 2 days'.

So I recon we must conclude what BC525 had said, "Being that today is the 30th, I think it's safe to say that it's "take 2 days" as giving 2 has come and gone! hahah"

[Panjab]

[I]
Since a phone call to Sprint's residential sales this morning reported that the release was to be this Friday, I can only conclude that business customers are given first crack at new releases before the rest of us. Interesting.

When I called last week, residential sales had the same information about the phone being released 11/30 (yes, I know today is 11/30 :confused: ), so I think it's all the same. I'll give them a try tomorrow and see what happens.

My companie's sprint rep told me today (11/30/04) that she can get it either later this week or next week.

[Marlon_JB2]

Weird.... I don't think I'm late, but the price is once again back to $229. Apparently, they can't make up their minds. :hee:

[stellarzz]

The main reason that I want this phone is because I want to use it in my new Acura TL (for the handsfeelink (bluetooth)).

So.......

Let's just say the phone comes out tomorrow (stay with me) and I run out and buy it. Will it even work in the TL? I know it has bluetooth, but how long until "Handsfree link" makes it compatible with the car. I am looking on their website and the LG is not one of the phones that is listed. Anybody know anything about how long it takes before they come out with pairing instructions??

http://www.handsfreelink.com/phones.html

[nxtr]

stellarz, hfl did not have the t608 on there site when I bought my TL and it worked just fine, I am quite sure the PM325 will work. When it finally gets released I will let you know.

Nick

[Jaggrey]

Treo 650 users are having probs with the bluetooth. It has the profile but so far it only works with one of Audis and the Lexus LX470 if i remember right. Some1 bought that phone and for whatever reason it didn't work with the TL... some1 else with a Prius.... some1 else with an RX330.

[panzica]

Just got of the phone with telesales and he said they will be able to take orders for the 325 tomorrow!

[PumiceT]

Just got of the phone with telesales and he said they will be able to take orders for the 325 tomorrow!

:evil: This best not be misinformation (again). :eyebrow:

[lcyals]

:evil: This best not be misinformation (again). :eyebrow:

I was told the same thing. Showing as available tomorrow the 2nd.

[Panjab]

Ok, I just went through 2 separate phone calls and transfered three times (each requiring my phone#, name, and password) to find out that Tomorrow is the day... Customer Service told me they had the phone and I could order it, but the I was transfered the final time to telesales and they said tomorrow.

Telesales hours of operation: 6:00am - 10:00pm MST
5:00am - 9:00pm PST
7:00am - 11:00pm CST
8:00am -12:00pm EST

Customer Service
888.788.4727

I'm setting an alarm on my Sanyo-4900 for 7:00am tomorrow

[Trager]

Um... arne't those hours of operation kinda messed up? Why do the east coast peoples get to order 6 hours before the pacific types? Are you sure you didn't confuse the time zones? (i.e. 7 AM EST, 6 AM CST, 5 AM MST, 4 AM PST) That would make a bit more sense (since there's presumably only one telesales department for the whole US of A and it probably opens at one time)

[Panjab]

Um... arne't those hours of operation kinda messed up? Why do the east coast peoples get to order 6 hours before the pacific types? Are you sure you didn't confuse the time zones? (i.e. 7 AM EST, 6 AM CST, 5 AM MST, 4 AM PST) That would make a bit more sense (since there's presumably only one telesales department for the whole US of A and it probably opens at one time)

It was based on 6-10 MST (wishful thinking, 5:00am it too early)

[PumiceT]

Would telesales sell it for the $229.99 - $150 - $30 = $49.99 as on the web?
Will it be available for web-sales at the same time as tele-sales?

[PhilB]

Would telesales sell it for the $229.99 - $150 - $30 = $49.99 as on the web?


Only if you are opening a brand new account with 2 years of service.

If you put the phone on an existing account it will be $229 unless you've had your current phone for 18 months then you could save $150 or $100 dollars.

-phil

[PumiceT]

Only if you are opening a brand new account with 2 years of service.

If you put the phone on an existing account it will be $229 unless you've had your current phone for 18 months then you could save $150 or $100 dollars.

-phil
Ok, that's a bit confusing. I have had my A500 for over 24 months. Which is the least expensive way for me to get the LG 325? Telesales? Online? Same either way?

[Tajam]

why would someone buy it off telesales then if they dont get the 150 off, Im pretty sure they get the rebate you need 18 months.


oh and if it comes out tomorow on telesales, does that mean it should be out sometime this week at the sprint stores

[lcyals]

Ok, that's a bit confusing. I have had my A500 for over 24 months. Which is the least expensive way for me to get the LG 325? Telesales? Online? Same either way?

If you've only had your A500 active on your account, you may qualify for the $150 mail in rebate. Check the sprint website. There is an area to check to see if you qualify, which I think you would. Or when you order the phone, ask the rep to check to see if you qualify for any rebates. If you qualify for 2 or more lines of service, you can get the $150 instant rebate if you activate a new line of service.

[Vette-Pilot]

This issue is kind of confusing. I spoke to two different people in Business Telesales and they told me two totally different stories.

First one said that I COULD receive the $150 mail in rebate if I purchased a phone through Telesales.

Second person told me that I COULD NOT receive the $150 mail in rebate if I made a purchase through Telesales because they did not have access to the Mail in Rebate forms.... :confused:

Unfortunately I did not get the first person's extension number or direct line :(

[anay]

Just saw Radio Shack news letter for this week.

It has the 325 for $249.99 - $150 (Rebate) #17-2619

[skrubol]

Just saw Radio Shack news letter for this week.

It has the 325 for $249.99 - $150 (Rebate) #17-2619
Wow, only $20 more than they advertised it for in the November brochure.
Being late is one thing, but late and more expensive?

[Panjab]

I just ordered the phone. She said to expect it in 2 to 3 days

229.00 plus tax (19.00) - minus 150.00 for retention plan.

I called business sales 888.233.3538

[Jaggrey]

I just ordered the phone. She said to expect it in 2 to 3 days

229.00 plus tax (19.00) - minus 150.00 for retention plan.

I called business sales 888.233.3538
U mean the $150 18-month rebate thing?

[Marlon_JB2]

This is turning into the big Moto V60v fiasco...everyone's paying different prices. :) Anyone remember that?

[devon82]

Phone is avail. only to current customers only. 229.99 plus tax. I just called telesales....I want it but 229 is a lot. I am bored with my 4050 that is the only reason I want the new phone. *sigh*

[Panjab]

Phone is avail. only to current customers only. 229.99 plus tax. I just called telesales....I want it but 229 is a lot. I am bored with my 4050 that is the only reason I want the new phone. *sigh*


229 is too much, but if you qualify for the retention plan and want to sign up for another 2 years then the phone is only 79 plus tax.

[Panjab]

U mean the $150 18-month rebate thing?


if you have had a sprint account for over 18 months or so then you are eligable for a $150.00 rebate if you sign up for 2 more years.

I don't see myself going to any other carrier over the next two years, so I signed up for it.

[volwrath]

Im going to buy it for $229 and then sell my 8200 on ebay for $180-200. I just need to wait on reviews first :) I also need a Bluetooth PPC!

[Recluse]

Phone is avail. only to current customers only. 229.99 plus tax. I just called telesales....I want it but 229 is a lot. I am bored with my 4050 that is the only reason I want the new phone. *sigh*

what is wrong with you? you have a 4050 which cost over 300 dollars and youre complaining about 229 dollars plus tax? :eyeroll:

[devon82]

what is wrong with you? you have a 4050 which cost over 300 dollars and youre complaining about 229 dollars plus tax? :eyeroll:

I didn't pay 300 for it:-) But honestly, yeah I am bored with the 4050. *yawn* I want something thinner I think.

[Jaggrey]

if you have had a sprint account for over 18 months or so then you are eligable for a $150.00 rebate if you sign up for 2 more years.

I don't see myself going to any other carrier over the next two years, so I signed up for it.
ok..... retention plan implied something different.

[Panjab]

ok..... retention plan implied something different.


To keep customers with new handsets and not taken away from sprint by the charms and trickery of Cingular or Verizon, like so many dollar bills to G-strings worn by women named candy and Vixen.

[devon82]

does anyone think that if I renew my contract again they will offer me a discount? I would really like this phone to connect up with my brand new 2005 tsx.

[dejaydreams]

I just ordered the phone. She said to expect it in 2 to 3 days

229.00 plus tax (19.00) - minus 150.00 for retention plan.

I called business sales 888.233.3538

I wish I could get the $150 off deal but i dont qualify till March 1st!

Hopefully I can pull something though, I've been with Sprint forever (8 years) and the only reason i'm sticking is to see these phones.

[edraven]

"The new LG PM-325 that they launched today does support Bluetooth, but doesn't not allow you to use the phone as a modem to access Sprint's 1xRTT network."

Double negative typo aside, I hope they're wrong, as I just ordered one.

http://www.mobileburn.com/review.jsp?Id=969&source=HOMETOP

[Michael]

I have to apologize for that opening paragraph in the story, it was not the one I intended. It was a working one I first did in the morning as I was preparing the pieces. I've changed the story to reflect what we currently know.

At this point neither Sprint nor LG have confirmed 1xRTT data or DUN support, although I have seen the link to the LG website that talks about DUN and a device named the LX-325 with DUN support was approved by the Bluetooth SIG a couple of months ago.

http://www.mobileburn.com/review.jsp?Id=969

Sorry for adding to the confusion.

[skrubol]

Michael, you might also want to rephrase about being able to order one off the website. While there is an "Add to Order" button on the page, it does not work correctly.

[skrubol]

Ok, well the order link is fixed, so I guess no need to rephrase.

[edraven]

maybe i'm getting terminology mixed up, which is the #777 mode to get online with a pda/laptop connected to the phone?

[chrisngrod]

Well someone will be able to confirm this really soon I believe. W/O DUN support I wouldn't get it.

[mcurtiss1970]

you're more likely to get answers here: http://www.sprintusers.com/forum/showthread.php?t=53655

[Michael]

LG Just called me and confirmed that there is DUN support in the 325.

[Dave]

Agreed. I've closed this thread so we can keep all the discussion in one place for now.