How To Buy a Samsung Omnia

by Anthony Smith

Overview

Samsung released its touch screen PDA cell phone, the Omnia, to the U.S. market in late 2008. For those who prefer the Windows platform that the Omnia features over the Apple-based platform on the IPhone, the release of the Omnia had been eagerly anticipated, and many people are looking for ways to purchase one.

How To Buy a Samsung Omnia

Step 1

Visit a Verizon wireless store to purchase an Omnia. Samsung gave exclusive rights as a cell phone carrier to Verizon when it was released, and as of August, 2009, that is still the case. You will also receive a substantial discount from the retail list price of the phone if you are willing to commit to a one- or two-year service plan with Verizon.
Step 2

Buy an "unlocked" Samsung Omnia online. The term "unlocked" refers to a phone that is not programmed to work on only one service carrier. You can participate in an online auction at the ebay web site or browse through the sellers on Amazon.com to find the Samsung Omnia for sale. Do a little research to make sure that you are dealing with a reputable, established seller who has experience selling unlocked phones. These phones will not come with the steep discounts available with a service contract, but can be used on other networks besides Verizon.
Step 3

Buy a used Omnia from a current Verizon customer. This is a good option for those who want a Verizon-compatible Omnia, but don't want to pay full retail for one nor sign a long-term service agreement. Look in the classified ads of your local newspaper under the electronics or phones heading, or browse the listings online at the Craig's List Web site. This site is intended to facilitate local transactions, so you can see the condition of the phone before you buy it.

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Follow the recommendations for safe buying and selling on both the ebay and Craig's List Web sites.
Follow the recommendations for safe buying and selling on both the ebay and Craig's List Web sites.

Overview