So I will go to Verizon when they open, have it disabled and buy a new one.
I bet I am the only old dog to have done this. It seems like every day is a new adventure.
Oh well, old age sure beats the alternative.
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So I will go to Verizon when they open, have it disabled and buy a new one.
I bet I am the only old dog to have done this. It seems like every day is a new adventure.
Oh well, old age sure beats the alternative.
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Call VZ and disable it immediately, Lowell.
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If it is a smart phone, either Google or Apple knows where it is. It is a shame you can't just ask them.
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Assuming it was on when it went missing, have you tried calling it?
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Check the couch, thats where mine usually ends up, otherwise between the seat and console in my truck.
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If the phone (and it's case) is black, then look in your vehicle very closely if it has black seats or floor carpeting. Same goes for a black countertop or even a dark place. These black phones can be like camouflage against any black surface, especially for old dogs.
This is where your significant other with the pink case, or the fashion nerds with the flannel shirts and the belt phone holders get the last laugh.
If it is a smart phone that is "on" and the location feature is turned on you can locate the phone using gps and the find my phone app. If the location isn't turned on you are out of luck as neither verizon nor the manufacturer can turn it on remotely.
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I lost my phone and went to Verizon to get another one.
Because we carry replacement insurance on our account, it only cost me $20.
The charge would have been close to $500 without the insurance.
I just thought I would mention it.
I forgot about the earlier post and tried to delete it, but couldn't.
may an administer can.
Last edited by lowell holmes; 01-03-2019 at 1:42 PM.
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And that $20/month you have been paying for 2 years...Originally Posted by lowell holmes
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I drive a four year old truck that has no navigational system. The phone does. It is a lot cheaper than buying a 30 thousand truck that has the options.
OBTW, my truck is paid for.
Last edited by lowell holmes; 01-03-2019 at 5:49 PM.
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That's $240 invested to replace a $500 phone Wade.
This time, buying the insurance was a worthwhile gamble.
"All that is necessary for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing."
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Unless you're careful with math and then it's: 2 * 12 * $20 = $480That's $240 invested to replace a $500 phone Wade.
This time, buying the insurance was a worthwhile gamble.
(plus the transfer / transaction fee.)
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I just dock my android in that cassette looking thingy in my truck. Horrible connection though.
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Oh geez. You're sure right David. I seem to be having a "stupid week" across the board. Sorry Wade!
Last edited by Frederick Skelly; 01-04-2019 at 1:45 PM.
"All that is necessary for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing."
“If you want to know what a man's like, take a good look at how he treats his inferiors, not his equals.”
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To be clear, the cost of the insurance was $12 per month, The $20 us a one time fee.
I am satisfied. The cost of a new phone out right would be much more.
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