AT&T Premier Account (FAN) FAQ

[krylon..]

I read thorugh the entire post and didn't see any mention of this. I am going to switch from Verizon to AT&T. I am a USF student and can get the FAN discount... Which is sweet...

I was planning onordering my phone through Amazon though(hey, it's free compared to $199 on AT&T) and creating a new AT&T account. When I order the phone, I have to select plans and such. So once I get the phone, I imagine I will have to call AT&T to get it activiated(or have them send me a SIM) and then imagine they will apply my discounts.

That this sound right? Just want to make sure before I go ahead with it..


***EDIT*** I called a Premier Rep and she said the Premier discounts for my rate palns will be put into affect when I call AT&T to establish service after I order the equipment.

[att-guru-boy]

no we have to attach the fan and technically students are not eligible but we can still attach, we have to fax in a form with a id so they won't take it off. it should be like 15% thats what college discounts usually are you just need a sim for the phone go to a store get one and have the rep put it to your line

[att-guru-boy]

i do a lot of IRU FAN discounts in the carolinas and have dealt with USF before IRU means the company signs up for x amount of lines gets a CRU discount and those who attend or work there have the IRU as a benefit of working there, Individual responsible user of the company discount is all it means if you want the info and fan number email me tommorrow at md7378@att.com and i will email it back. it might help

Faxing in you might not need to do unless its removed then thats how it is reapplied,

[krylon..]

Thanks for the offer man, I appreciate it! I got it all squared away.. Added the FAN account online and the offer said that employees and students were eligible.

I am loviing my new Curve!!

[wlo8]

you can "try and see" if your contract gets extended through Premier (it's a crap-shoot) or purchase a phone at a non-discounted price.

Hi GearTripper:

I am not new to Cingular/ATT but am new to Premier as my company recently signed new contracts with ATT. My question is one of my lines in a Family is 7 month into a 2 year contract. The line is eligible for equipment upgrade through Premier (not eligible through personal account online log in). When I upgrade my device with a new 2 year contract, am I now 7 month into a "4" year ccontract or am I just starting a new 2 year contract?

Thanks.

[CocheseUGA]

I'm getting a 8525 for Xmas, but I'm ordering it myself. How's the warranty length, etc?

I thought about waiting until after the 25th to order it, in case something was wrong with it. But, I don't want to wait a few days and have it be out of stock.

Suggestions?

[OutPhase]

Hi GearTripper:

I am not new to Cingular/ATT but am new to Premier as my company recently signed new contracts with ATT. My question is one of my lines in a Family is 7 month into a 2 year contract. The line is eligible for equipment upgrade through Premier (not eligible through personal account online log in). When I upgrade my device with a new 2 year contract, am I now 7 month into a "4" year ccontract or am I just starting a new 2 year contract?

Thanks.

You get a new 2 year contract. For example, I signed up for premier in September with contract. I purchased the Tilt this month 2.5 months into the contract, and my contract is now for November 2009. It would be more clear if companies used the term "renewal" instead of "extension"

[wlo8]

You get a new 2 year contract. For example, I signed up for premier in September with contract. I purchased the Tilt this month 2.5 months into the contract, and my contract is now for November 2009. It would be more clear if companies used the term "renewal" instead of "extension"

Thanks for the reply. I have another question now. Did you get a new device with your contract back in September? If so, does that mean you were able to upgrade your device in a short 2.5 month and possibly do another upgrade in another 2.5 month? Again, I am new to Premier, I am used to the 20 month waiting period on 2 year contracts on my personal plans.

[Ultimo119]

Is there anyway for them to activate my premier account instore? I do not yet have a email address with my company (bestbuy)

[OutPhase]

Did you get a new device with your contract back in September? If so, does that mean you were able to upgrade your device in a short 2.5 month and possibly do another upgrade in another 2.5 month? Again, I am new to Premier, I am used to the 20 month waiting period on 2 year contracts on my personal plans.

I got a crappy free phone because I wanted to keep my Dash. I wanted premier to get the service discount. Wednesday night, the Tilt was $150 AR, and I heard some people could upgrade before the required time. I tried it out and it worked. It depends on the agreement between your work/school though. I'm not gonna abuse it because I don't want to hurt my chances in the future.

[CocheseUGA]

Thanks for the reply. I have another question now. Did you get a new device with your contract back in September? If so, does that mean you were able to upgrade your device in a short 2.5 month and possibly do another upgrade in another 2.5 month? Again, I am new to Premier, I am used to the 20 month waiting period on 2 year contracts on my personal plans.

I got my Blackjack in June, and I'm eligible for an upgrade through Premier. Not through OLAM, though.

I wish I had gotten the 8525 first, I'd be getting that SE they have for $25 instead.

[krylon..]

I got my Blackjack in June, and I'm eligible for an upgrade through Premier. Not through OLAM, though.

I wish I had gotten the 8525 first, I'd be getting that SE they have for $25 instead.

How are you eligible so quickly?

[CocheseUGA]

I have no idea, but I'm grateful. This Blackjack sucks.

[jediistar]

Ha, my FAN discount is applied via my Verizon Wireless employment. I can't wait to see what the actual discount for service is.

Still a little hesitant on how to upgrade a phone?! I read through the first page info but why does it seem like I have to re-enter my credit information to upgrade and existing line of service?!

Can these phones be billed to the account?!

[Barkley]

You're missing two pieces:

(1) With the "Generic" you still pay $300 up front and have to send in the rebate form to get your $100 gift card. Net price $200.

(2) Premier price is $300 without adding voice + data plan. Add those and the Premier price becomes $150. Many people have successfully sent in and obtained rebates for Premier purchased phones. In that event, net price becomes $50.

I'm confused about the Rebate.......

"Gift Card" ??? Don't you get a check for a CASH rebate? What/how does the "gift card" work????