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OnePlus One GAF Invite list.
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Got the Shakes
Member
I got to the claim button on almost every single invite and then got a bad gateway trying to claim them. I hate these contests so much.
I'm still using the S4 as my day-to-day since I've been waiting for a case to come in (it actually came in earlier today, so I'll be maining the OnePlus once I get home). I've been using the OnePlus to browse internets and watch Netflix/Youtube just before I go to sleep. The extra real estate definitely makes a difference there, but I'm not at a point where I can't go back to 5" (yet); in fact, I can see myself preferring the 5" form factor.
Honestly, I don't currently see a reason to upgrade unless you really want the extra screen estate. The S4's screen size is still fine and it's not at all jarring going from the OnePlus to the S4; it's nothing like going from any phone with a 5" display to an iPhone 4, for example. Right now I feel more comfortable handling the S4, but it might just be what I'm used to.
We'll see how I feel in a week. I haven't ruled out selling the OnePlus to a friend and keeping the 4S.
ss_lemonade
Member
Can't watch the video at the moment but is that even safe (leaving your phone under direct sunlight/high temps)?
I got an invite today too after registering for their forums over a month ago. Decided to pull the trigger as I can just sell it if I don't like (or if the Nexus 6 looks better).
I'm sure it's been mentioned in this thread, but does anyone have a time range on how long it took to be delivered? I only had an option for standard shipping. Hope it's not weeks.
I'm sure it's been mentioned in this thread, but does anyone have a time range on how long it took to be delivered? I only had an option for standard shipping. Hope it's not weeks.
Got the Shakes
Member
I haven't tried it as I don't have an OPO yet. The 2nd method is 5 minutes a UV light found at a nail salon.
Interesting. I registered for the forums almost 3 months ago but so far, nothing.
Got the Shakes
Member
Just won a random Twitter contest I entered on a whim today for a 64gb invite! Looks like I'll be ordering a phone tonight.
Looks like they're going to start sending out extra invites on Monday: https://forums.oneplus.net/threads/update-on-invites-to-share.58348/
It says they're going to roll out in chronological order based on when you ordered the phone. Soon the invite list will actually be useful!
It says they're going to roll out in chronological order based on when you ordered the phone. Soon the invite list will actually be useful!
Biff
Member
I have to say I am kind of fortunate for the invite system. I've decided I no longer want the phone, which is not the decision I would have made if I could have purchased it on day one.
For nearly $500 all-in for Canadians, I'd rather wait another 2 months for the Nexus 6. My major concern with the OPO is quality control, and the ensuing battle with non-existent customer service if you are unlucky.
The fact that they are shipping devices with uncured glue is a horrible sign for the lifespan of this phone. Other users are reporting slow pixel bands, poor touch sensitivity, and DOA cameras. The majority seem to be fine, but if you are in the minority, you are subject to the horrors of customer service at a nascent Chinese manufacturer (read: terrible).
Aside from that, 5.5" is on the cusp of too big, in my *personal* opinion. If the Nexus 6 is also 5.5", I will laugh at myself before pulling the the trigger for a very similar phone 2 months later... Except at a much more reputable firm who won't ship me a mere refurb if the phone is DOA (shame on OnePlus for that).
Sorry for the random rant. Didn't know where else to post this and just wanted to offer my research on the "other" side of this ambitious phone.
For nearly $500 all-in for Canadians, I'd rather wait another 2 months for the Nexus 6. My major concern with the OPO is quality control, and the ensuing battle with non-existent customer service if you are unlucky.
The fact that they are shipping devices with uncured glue is a horrible sign for the lifespan of this phone. Other users are reporting slow pixel bands, poor touch sensitivity, and DOA cameras. The majority seem to be fine, but if you are in the minority, you are subject to the horrors of customer service at a nascent Chinese manufacturer (read: terrible).
Aside from that, 5.5" is on the cusp of too big, in my *personal* opinion. If the Nexus 6 is also 5.5", I will laugh at myself before pulling the the trigger for a very similar phone 2 months later... Except at a much more reputable firm who won't ship me a mere refurb if the phone is DOA (shame on OnePlus for that).
Sorry for the random rant. Didn't know where else to post this and just wanted to offer my research on the "other" side of this ambitious phone.
Whitechocolatekrispies
Banned
Yeaaahhhh team nexus 6! I'm with ya.
battousai11
Member
Nevermind, I misread it completely
Antiwhippy
the holder of the trombone
So when will this be available for sale in an actually sensible manner?
phalestine
aka iby.h
Id say go off that list. I believe crayon(maybe?) got his (he was first on the list)
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I believe birbo is next on the list. I'd pm him/her.
Got the Shakes
Member
Woke up to an email that my phone shipped. I never thought I'd see the day.
flyinpiranha
Member
Got the invite. Didn't purchase. Unfortunately my finances have been put towards other things. If I would have had the invite a month ago would have been an instant purchase. Now I'll probably just wait for a different phone in a few months.
Got the Shakes
Member
According to their forums, they are going to start giving invites out to people who purchased the phone starting next Monday. They are going to hand them out in the order that people purchased (so the 1st person who bought a phone will be the 1st to receive invites to distribute and so on). The invites supposedly only last 72 hours and then expire, so people have to give them out fairly quickly.
mrmisterwaa
Neo Member
I just got an invite - and just ordered my OPO - should have the phone in a couple days.
I personally do not mind the invite system. (It's somewhat biased)
I feel like they did the right thing. Invites are exponential after a certain point. This system ensured that people actually got their phones instead having to delay shipping on everyone's phone week after week and leave a negative customer service experience for everyone.
I personally do not mind the invite system. (It's somewhat biased)
I feel like they did the right thing. Invites are exponential after a certain point. This system ensured that people actually got their phones instead having to delay shipping on everyone's phone week after week and leave a negative customer service experience for everyone.
The Interrobanger
Member
Would have bought a month or so ago if they would have let me give them my money, but I'm just gonna wait on the Nexus 6 now. The whole invite system thing is such bullshit.
I agree, and I am in the same position.
Is there some Nexus 6 recap thread (like "Everything we know about Nexus 6")?
Got the Shakes
Member
Not sure there is a thread, but what is out there on the web is that it's going to be 5.5", possibly made by LG (no one seems to know if/who has been asked to make it), will likely have the QHD display of the G3, 3 gb of ram. Those seem to be the things people are fairly certain of.
layzie1989
Member
I'd get it and sell it when i get the nexus 6. Also, is their forum sign up on a waiting list as well? I signed up a couple days ago and it told me to wait for the email to confirm my account but it never came, so i cant sign in to the forum.
Anything about the price range? Will it be priced like a Nexus 5 or like a 700$ phone?
Got the Shakes
Member
That's what I would do. I think for awhile at least these things are going to hold their value. If the Nexus 6 seems like a significant upgrade at a competitive price (a 64 gig option close in price to the OPO) then sell the OPO to fund the Nexus purchase. Not sure what would be going on with the forums. I know I received me confirmation email right away, but that was weeks ago.
Got the Shakes
Member
To be honest, I'm not sure. I am fairly new to the Android scene as I've been an iOS user since the iPhone 3g. I bought a OPO because I wanted to try out an Android device at a reasonable price. I'd assume that a new model would have the same price as the outgoing one, but I'm not sure if there would be a concern from LG that it would be taking sales away from the G3 at that price.
Sethtimus Prime
Neo Member
I joined their forum months ago. Still nothing.
Haint
Member
Nah, they're losing way more customers than they're gaining. 10 Minute Sell Out, 3 Month Wait List, and Inflated Ebay Price news pieces are generally very positive marketing in that they generate headlines and suggest the product and brand must be good. As it stands now every story or rumor about a Nexus 6, Note 4, Gear VR, or Snapdragon 810 is a potential lost sale to a would-be repeat customer that they had in the pocket a month or two ago. This isn't even getting into the invite game which a majority of people seem to view very negatively. Lets be clear, Joe Sixpack doesn't know who One+ or Oppo are and thinks the One is an HTC. This phone and company is supported by the savvy geek-o-sphere that follows nerd news and is intelligent enough to know they can't order the phone cause they're being used in a social media marketing experiment.
LorDjidane
Member
Honestly I was pretty hyped for it but I lost interest. If it's only a matter of a few months I'd rather wait on the circa october phones. I thought I'd the the OpO in may. Oh well.
I agree, for example I would have instantly bought a OnePlus One few months ago but now I started reading about Nexus 6 rumours and I'm waiting the end of summer.
neogaffer1
Banned
I got an invite, and I'm super unsure if I should take it or not.
I've been disappointed with all the major flagships his year, and I'm up for an upgrade later this year on AT&T, so I'm getting a new phone no matter what. I was holding out for a Moto X+1 up until now.
I want to take the invite, but the one thing I'm completely unsure about is the size. Right now, I find my HTC One (M7) to be what I feel is the biggest I can handle in a phone (at times I'm annoyed with how tall it is).
Help me GAF, the email says I have 24 hours to claim the phone and I got the email roughly five hours ago. Should I take it or should I not?
I've been disappointed with all the major flagships his year, and I'm up for an upgrade later this year on AT&T, so I'm getting a new phone no matter what. I was holding out for a Moto X+1 up until now.
I want to take the invite, but the one thing I'm completely unsure about is the size. Right now, I find my HTC One (M7) to be what I feel is the biggest I can handle in a phone (at times I'm annoyed with how tall it is).
Help me GAF, the email says I have 24 hours to claim the phone and I got the email roughly five hours ago. Should I take it or should I not?
Well I think that if you don't like it you can always make an eBay auction, can't you?
Kabuki Quantum Lover
Member
What the barnicles? I thought I was on the list 
You should do it. You can sell it if need be.
Funny thing about size: So, my LG G2 is getting repaired under warranty for some touchscreen dead spot. In the meantime, I'm using a backup LG F6 and the small screen is pretty comfortable. It's making me question size, yet I still believe bigger is better.
Just ordered it! Thanks so much for this!