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T-Mobile G1 pre-order has come to an end [Updated]

27 September 2008 by Staff Editor


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Update: Pre-order is back up.  Thanks A-Tron!  We heard from our friends at T-Mobile today and here’s the official statement:

“The T-Mobile G1 microsite experienced a technical glitch this morning, and is now back up and running.  Since Tuesday’s announcement, we’ve experienced heavy demand for the device.  A small quantity of T-Mobile G1s are still available at this time for T-Mobile customers. Please visit http://www.T-MobileG1.com for details.” -thanks Kristen!

Note that there are only a small quantity of the T-Mobile G1s are available.  That means if you want a G1, you better hurry because T-Mobile is running out!

With the overwhelming response to the announcement of the T-Mobile has run out of available devices for the G1 pre-order. Hundreds of people immediately jumped on T-Mobile’s site to pre-order their device. So many in fact that the site was down for several hours.

Very quickly users came forth reporting that customer service representatives were stating there was a very limited supply. Three days after pre-orders started it has been confirmed that there are no more devices available for a pre-order. There is no word on production levels, nor whether dealers will have any models on hand come the official release. Rumors of the white G1 experiencing paint chipping seem very possible with the lack of the white model for pre-order.

Those who have not yet pre-ordered their T-Mobile G1 may not be able to purchase the device from their local T-Mobile store if they are not within the 3Gcoverage area. It seems many dealers do not know any more than anyone else about the situation. I wonder if the G1 will be plagued with short supply.

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  1. It's still available on the handset upgrade page.
  2. I'm so glad I bought into that other thread saying there were only 1200 left and pre-ordered mine! But... I haven't gotten my text confirmation yet and it's been 24-hours... mmmm should I be worried?
  3. Quote:
    Originally Posted by Stanovoy View Post
    I'm so glad I bought into that other thread saying there were only 1200 left and pre-ordered mine! But... I haven't gotten my text confirmation yet and it's been 24-hours... mmmm should I be worried?
    No worry. I never got my confirmation, called and the rep confirmed it over the phone.
  4. glad i did mines
  5. T-Mobile G1 is still available at my.tmobile.com once logged on and trying to pre-order and upgrade.

    I do not know why is it stated that they are out ...
  6. am glad i got mine the same day
  7. I read this and went to the preorder site, and the order was accepted:

    Order Summary
    Thanks for ordering the T-Mobile G1TM!


    Your T-Mobile G1 will be delivered to your door on October 221. When it arrives, follow the instructions in the quick start guide, and you'll be surfing, messaging, and talking in minutes. Get ready...your G1TM is coming!
  8. Hmm, I am not really sure why it gives errors like that if you can still order.
  9. i'm curious how many units their had ready for this preorder. certainly this is good news for android though.
  10. im so glad i ordered mine 2min after watching the live press confrence.
  11. LOL loving it... the minute i heard pre order i took a lot @ my sidekick LX
    and i said good bye LOL

    loving that visa is during that thing with chase cuase i got both lol.

    OCT 22nd cant come any faster count down has begun people

    SOLD OUT~ you sleep in this game and u get rolled over.
  12. OH NOES THE PREORDER IS SOLD OUT AND PEOPLE WILL HAVE TO WAIT UNTIL LATE OCTOBER TO BUY THEIR PHONES THE WORLD IS ENDING!@#!@#!@#

    oh wait, everyone that did a preorder also has to wait until the phone actually ships. I'll continue waiting until I can upgrade to one for $179, not this $299 shenanigans.
  13. Hey Vincent, do your contacts know how many there were available? So far, I don't think there's a confirmed number. --Just rumors, confused further by the white paint chipping issue. Do you think you could find out how many, once all the black and browns are sold out, had been sold?
  14. Quote:
    Originally Posted by DesignDawg View Post
    Hey Vincent, do your contacts know how many there were available? So far, I don't think there's a confirmed number. --Just rumors, confused further by the white paint chipping issue. Do you think you could find out how many, once all the black and browns are sold out, had been sold?
    DD you just read my mind. I wanted to ask the same Q
  15. Also are these preorders shipping with the headset dongle thingy so people can use 3.5mm headphones? I've read elsewhere that some early batches didn't include it which is going to suck hardcore for all the early adopters.
  16. Quote:
    Originally Posted by ickyfehmleh View Post
    Also are these preorders shipping with the headset dongle thingy so people can use 3.5mm headphones? I've read elsewhere that some early batches didn't include it which is going to suck hardcore for all the early adopters.
    The user manual shows the contents of the box and all it shows is a USB headset. But who knows it can happen.
  17. If it didnt, Im sure you could call up there and they would send you one. Especially if its a known problem.
  18. I'm not eligible for a full upgrade until Oct 12. What are the odds of the pre sale still being available?
  19. Quote:
    Originally Posted by threefoe View Post
    I'm not eligible for a full upgrade until Oct 12. What are the odds of the pre sale still being available?
    I really wouldn't worry too much. It definitely sounds like demand is higher than the anticipated, but they are advertising the phone and should have at least some available for you to get launch date if you are unable to preorder.

    Not to brag, but mine is preordered
  20. i was going to cry for those who didnt it get it in time lol glad is still up
  21. i was told by a rep and supervisor they had 25,000 for presale
  22. does anyone know if you will be able to use you tmail email acc w/the G-1?
  23. hey i was wondering will the t-mobile G1 come to australia and if so when abouts
  24. Quote:
    Originally Posted by sassione View Post
    does anyone know if you will be able to use you tmail email acc w/the G-1?
    Nope, everything will be sync via Google service, hence you will need a gmail account. So start writing those contacts down
  25. The only way to check tmail addresses is through the sidekick APN, which is only accessible from handsets with an IMEI in the Sidekick range.

    If you're just worried about getting your contact info from your Sidekick to GMail, try spending the $10 for Intellisync for Sidekick (available for purchase through your Sidekick Desktop Interface inside my.t-mobile.com). It will download all contacts and calendars into your Outlook on your computer.
  26. I guess it's good I don't really use my tmail address.
  27. I talked to a Tmo rep and she said that there selling out as fast as they can get them, she said yesterday they ran out and today they have them back. There must be a daily limit.
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