For those who are new to Fi, steps to become an existing user and
1. Open an account with flexible plan. Use unmentionable code from existing user for $60 credit.
2. Just to be safe, wait for the first bill to be generated before ordering the phone. This will take couple of days. At the very least wait for a day but I suggest waiting for the first bill generation.
3. Once the phone is shipped you need to activate the phone within 30 days. At this point another counter for new user r**f credit is also running down from 30 days. I strongly suggest you wait for that counter to hit zero before you activate the phone. All the counters will be shown on FI app-billing-Track FI saving and instant rebate.
4. Once the phone is activated on FI by downloading the FI app, you should wait for a day for the counter to go down by 1. At this point you can disable/remove the eSIM and use your current provider.5. At no point during 120 days move the FI SIM to another phone (i.e. do not install FI app on any other phone and log into this FI account). Once the counter reaches 0 you can cancel the line or pause it for next deal.
The total cost will be $650 + $25 (plans cost per month including fees) * 5 - $60 = $715
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Comes to like 17.5% in taxes when it should be 1/2 that.
New FI customers can have 512gb for $999
Samsung pricing is insane. Apple is final cheaper by a mile. Samung sales are nonstarters
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Google Fi is offering a strong S26 Ultra preorder discount, especially for existing Fi customers on Unlimited Premium or Flexible, with the 512GB model showing $650 off and free storage during preorder. The phone is factory unlocked, and the deal can be especially compelling if you sell or trade in a prior Ultra, since resale values often beat Fi trade in quotes. The main catches are the 120 day active service requirement, possible 21 day or first bill timing issues for new accounts, and taxes that may be charged on the full price in some states. A good fit if you can manage Fi timing and keep the line active.
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The representative eventually confirmed that even if you switch to Unlimited Premium or the Flexible plan, your available device deals remain locked to what was initially set for your account. Consequently, the best discount available on the Essentials plan for me that is set when I log into my account is currently at $450 off:
S26+: $649
S26 Ultra: $849
Despite offering to buy three new phones at the promo price of this deal posting, they wouldn't budge. Complete bummer! I guess I will wait for another deal if one ever comes around. If you want to try your luck, you can reach them at 1-844-TALK-2-FI (1-844-825-5234). Good luck!
a little off topic but im thinking of getting the p11 coming out later this year. what's the ideal time to sign up for google fi in preparation?
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You must meet the following criteria.
1. Unlimited Premium or Flexible plan
2. Existing customer
How much trade in credit? It usually sucks
Total before tax for S26+ is $175. Tax in NY was $40.
So all in I'm at $215 for the upgrade.
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