iPhone 6s unlocked buying options

grizzly

I've a few questions about getting this, if anyone can advise based on the last iPhone launch.

1. Is parcel motel a good option for getting an unlocked UK model.

2. If I was going to head up North instead, wants the general routine? Can you book in advance or do you just turn up early on a day they get a big batch.

Thanks

The Ayatolla

With current exchange rate, the Parcel Motel option will cost you around 50-60 euro more.

grizzly

The Ayatolla wrote: »

With current exchange rate, the Parcel Motel option will cost you around 50-60 euro more.

Thanks, yeah I know the rate is bad. I was thinking more of getting it early, then any savings. Do we have any idea - based on last year - how soon they release unlocked versions to buy after the main launch?

The Ayatolla

Unlocked versions are available immediately on the UK and Irish sites.

UK will usually launch 2-3 weeks before Ireland. If you're not worried about price, go the Parcel Motel route. Be sure to pay for the extra PM insurance just incase. Don't want that 700euro device getting lost now.

FourFourRED

The Ayatolla wrote: »

Unlocked versions are available immediately on the UK and Irish sites.

UK will usually launch 2-3 weeks before Ireland. If you're not worried about price, go the Parcel Motel route. Be sure to pay for the extra PM insurance just incase. Don't want that 700euro device getting lost now.

Was 1 week earlier in the UK last year but the issue is, in the space of that week, the Irish store is shipping 3-4 weeks before you can order one.

To some people the €50 premium might be worth it to avoid that wait.

The Ayatolla

I'm travelling to the USA in December, might wait and save around 100euro on the Irish price. And 150euro on the UK price.

FourFourRED

The Ayatolla wrote: »

I'm travelling to the USA in December, might wait and save around 100euro on the Irish price. And 150euro on the UK price.

Just beware if anything goes wrong with it hardware wise you'll need to visit an Apple Store with it.

The Ayatolla

FourFourFM wrote: »

Just beware if anything goes wrong with it hardware wise you'll need to visit an Apple Store with it.

I don't think so, I think you can arrange repairs over the phone?

I had a UK bought one before and had to send it back for repair from Ireland.

FourFourRED

The Ayatolla wrote: »

I don't think so, I think you can arrange repairs over the phone?

I had a UK bought one before and had to send it back for repair from Ireland.

You said you were buying from the U.S.? UK phone is no problem over the phone but one from U.S. Is different.

The Ayatolla

FourFourFM wrote: »

You said you were buying from the U.S.? UK phone is no problem over the phone but one from U.S. Is different.

Thought it would be the same for anywhere outside Ireland. I'll keep it in mind.
Thanks!

naasrd

grizzly wrote: »

I've a few questions about getting this, if anyone can advise based on the last iPhone launch.

1. Is parcel motel a good option for getting an unlocked UK model.

2. If I was going to head up North instead, wants the general routine? Can you book in advance or do you just turn up early on a day they get a big batch.

Thanks

Check the Belfast website when it's out, then order one, pick a day/time that suits, then head into the city and collect. Did it last year.

Heisenberg1

FourFourFM wrote: »

You said you were buying from the U.S.? UK phone is no problem over the phone but one from U.S. Is different.

I'll second that I bought the Apple watch in the U.S.and I have some scratches on the screen so I rang Apple and the only way I can get a replacement is by going to the Apple Store in Belfast to leave it for repair Apple say this only apples to U.S Apple watch versions so in my case it will require 2 trips to Belfast.

Heisenberg1

naasrd wrote: »

Check the Belfast website when it's out, then order one, pick a day/time that suits, then head into the city and collect. Did it last year.

OP this what I done last year for the 6 so hopefully it will be the same this year.

FourFourRED

Heisenberg1 wrote: »

I'll second that I bought the Apple watch in the U.S.and I have some scratches on the screen so I rang Apple and the only way I can get a replacement is by going to the Apple Store in Belfast to leave it for repair Apple say this only apples to U.S Apple watch versions so in my case it will require 2 trips to Belfast.

That's a slightly different issue.

The Apple Watch can only be serviced in the country it is for sale in.

So being the from the U.S. doesn't apply with the watch, its just that it's not for sale here.

The Ayatolla

How come it's different for the iPhone then I wonder?

FourFourRED

The Ayatolla wrote: »

How come it's different for the iPhone then I wonder?

Cellular device.

All Apple Watches are shipped with the same components for all regions.

The Ayatolla

iPad Wifi is the same too I imagine. Thanks for the tip.

Heisenberg1

FourFourFM wrote: »

That's a slightly different issue.

The Apple Watch can only be serviced in the country it is for sale in.

So being the from the U.S. doesn't apply with the watch, its just that it's not for sale here.

I see, I think it's a load of bull that they can't just replace the watch for me in store but to have go back up to Belfast a second time is a pain. I guess I'll schedule it the same time I collect the 6s or wait for it to go on sale here.

FourFourRED

Heisenberg1 wrote: »

I see, I think it's a load of bull that they can't just replace the watch for me in store but to have go back up to Belfast a second time is a pain. I guess I'll schedule it the same time I collect the 6s.

It's a pain but as soon as it's available in Ireland to buy, you should have no issues getting it sent off from your home.

iPad Air & Mini Wifi & Cellular models can all be serviced here as well even if from US. The phones are the big issue.

CJmasgrande

6 months ago I had a faulty 5c that was purchased in Apple Store NYC repaired and eventually replaced by Apple Ireland

nokia211

Who here plans on getting it in the uk or plans on waiting till it is available in ireland?

Heisenberg1

nokia211 wrote: »

Who here plans on getting it in the uk or plans on waiting till it is available in ireland?

I will hopefully reserve and collect on launch day in Belfast.

FourFourRED

nokia211 wrote: »

Who here plans on getting it in the uk or plans on waiting till it is available in ireland?

I think I'm gonna order the 64gb 6s from UK to get it early.

dmcg90

I think for the sake of €50+ I'd rather wait 3 weeks.

My only concern is the rapidly dropping resale price. The 128GB Sim free 6+ on Adverts is lucky to get about 700 these days. Can't believe the depreciation on the higher-end models.

nokia211

It's very tempting to go order it from the uk but I'm already paying 800 I don't want to go paying even more!

CantGetNoSleep

dmcg90 wrote: »

I think for the sake of €50+ I'd rather wait 3 weeks.

My only concern is the rapidly dropping resale price. The 128GB Sim free 6+ on Adverts is lucky to get about 700 these days. Can't believe the depreciation on the higher-end models.

Seems that reflects the ridiculous pricing of higher memory models in the first place - it certainly doesn't cost Apple €100 to add the extra memory

The Ayatolla

I'd nearly rather they just had one model, eg a 32GB or 64GB and upgraded it each year or every two years. The extra cost is a joke. Obviously a great money spinner for Apple.

32 should also be the minimum but looks like we won't see that until 2016.

Oafley Jones

dmcg90 wrote: »

My only concern is the rapidly dropping resale price. The 128GB Sim free 6+ on Adverts is lucky to get about 700 these days. Can't believe the depreciation on the higher-end models.

30% depreciation on a phone is great. I'd be more than happy with 700 for mine.

Blazer

Oafley Jones wrote: »

30% depreciation on a phone is great. I'd be more than happy with 700 for mine.

I went with parcel motel last year and had it on the Saturday a week before the Irish launch. But due to the low numbers it was actually several weeks before you could really buy an unlocked one in Ireland so to me it was well worth it.

nokia211

I always have got 16gb iPhones but now with 4k video recording I'm annoyed that apple will still make 16gb the base model. It should be at least 32!

naasrd

nokia211 wrote: »

Who here plans on getting it in the uk or plans on waiting till it is available in ireland?

I'll be getting mine on launch day in Ireland. I'll just hop into the car and head into Belfast. Can't see anyone getting a boat or train to Britain to get one.

FourFourRED

naasrd wrote: »

I'll be getting mine on launch day in Ireland. I'll just hop into the car and head into Belfast. Can't see anyone getting a boat or train to Britain to get one.

Getting the train isn't much different than driving like you're doing.

nokia211

Wow what an event! I was contemplating over whether spending the extra 50 euro or so. However after checking the german and french site the price is 50 euro extra comparing to last year so there is no difference really!

Frankmagnet

I'm sure this sounds like a stupid question but if your buying from the UK Apple Store and getting delivered to parcel motel, you don't need to set up any accounts? Just pay with cr card or PayPal and get it sent to the motel address?

nokia211

Frankmagnet wrote: »

I'm sure this sounds like a stupid question but if your buying from the UK Apple Store and getting delivered to parcel motel, you don't need to set up any accounts? Just pay with cr card or PayPal and get it sent to the motel address?

Yes you can continue as a guest or you can just use your irish account on the uk store

Frankmagnet

nokia211 wrote: »

Yes you can continue as a guest or you can just use your irish account on the uk store

Thanks very much for the quick reply

nokia211

Hello I'm thinking about getting the new iPhone but due to the new iPhone having a better camera, including 4k video I fell like 16gb won't do this time. I just don't want to pay an extra 100 on top of that, checking the french and german apple sites a 64gb iPhone 6 plus would be like 950!!. The prices have gone up around 50 euro. Does anybody know when the prices start to drop on the likes of sites such as adverts and eBay. I want to get one at launch but I don't mind waiting a little longer to get it cheeper

The Ayatolla

So the U.K. Price is actually a tenner cheaper than it'll be in Ireland. Hmmmm.

cramp

Got my 64gb 6plus parcel motel way on uk launch last year

You will have no issues using PM great service (buy the extra insurance from pm its very cheap and piece of mind)

This year I will wait for Irish release to upgrade.....

drumzone

naasrd wrote: »

Check the Belfast website when it's out, then order one, pick a day/time that suits, then head into the city and collect. Did it last year.

Might not be doing a reserve and collect for the 6s.

drumzone

Hi guys. I'm selling my iPhone 6 with 128gb. It's spotless. Bought it in Belfast on launch day. PM me if interested 😀.

culabula

drumzone wrote: »

Hi guys. I'm selling my iPhone 6 with 128gb. It's spotless. Bought it in Belfast on launch day. PM me if interested 😀.

Hi. It is not acceptable to sell your wares here. Please take this to adverts.ie instead.

dave oc

There doesn't seem to be a reserve and pick-up in store option for pre-orders this year?

The Ayatolla

Setting my account on the UK store and trying to add my Irish card.

Using Parce Motel as my shipping address, what do folks use as the billing address ? I'd like to put my Irish one but it will only let me select United Kingdom as the country?

Scorpion venom

So it doesn't look like they'll be doing a reserve in Belfast this year don't know why they have changed that as this was the case last year and queueing up for 10 to 12 hours is something i'm dreading to be honest and then not guaranteed an iPhone 6s plus

I got my plus last year by luck from a guy on boards.ie he gave me his ticket as he was waiting for the 64GB which was very nice of him so this is why i'm wondering is it even worth it going up and I queued last year for nearly 12 hours

naasrd

dave oc wrote: »

There doesn't seem to be a reserve and pick-up in store option for pre-orders this year?

That will be available from the 12th.

Scorpion venom

naasrd wrote: »

That will be available from the 12th.

The guy in the Belfast store doesn't seem to think so

dave oc

naasrd wrote: »

That will be available from the 12th.

I remember last year the Victoria square page/UK retail page indicated before pre orders started that reserve for in store pick up would be available. This time it doesn't so I'm guessing it's not.

FourFourRED

The Ayatolla wrote: »

Setting my account on the UK store and trying to add my Irish card.

Using Parce Motel as my shipping address, what do folks use as the billing address ? I'd like to put my Irish one but it will only let me select United Kingdom as the country?

Full Irish address with the PM post code. Worked fine for me last time

The Ayatolla

FourFourFM wrote: »

Full Irish address with the PM post code. Worked fine for me last time

Yeah that's what I did. Country still UK but I'll leave it set as is now. Thanks for the help.

Is it possible to cancel the order before its shipped? When do they charge the card? Will be using a Visa Credit card.

Scorpion venom

The Ayatolla wrote: »

Yeah that's what I did. Country still UK but I'll leave it set as is now. Thanks for the help.

Is it possible to cancel the order before its shipped? When do they charge the card? Will be using a Visa Credit card.

So you used parcel motel last time with Irish credit card and with UK account and it worked fine for you ? How long did it take for you to get the phone ?