Amazon Trade-In FAQ 6.0

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Welcome to the Official CAG Amazon.com Trade-In Thread

THIS IS NOT A FLIPPING THREAD. USEFUL CREDIT TRANSFER OPPORTUNITIES WELCOME, BUT KEEP THE PROFIT MARGIN TALK / SNEAKY OR LYING SHENANIGANS OUT

Hey trade-in pals! SENDING THINGS IN DISC / CARTRIDGE ONLY / GENERIC CASE NO MANUAL / ANYTHING BUT COMPLETE COULD RESULT IN REJECTION. THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS TO THIS. YOU MIGHT GET ACCEPTED, YOU MIGHT NOT. NO ONE KNOWS. IF YOU CUT OUT A UPC OR DO ANYTHING TO TRICK THE FINE(?) FOLKS AT AFS EXPECT IT TO BE OPENED AND REJECTED. THERE ARE NO HARD AND FAST RULES. IF IT IS ACCEPTED, IT WILL ALMOST CERTAINLY ONLY BE CONSIDERED "ACCEPTABLE." RISK YOUR TIME AND EFFORT AT YOUR PERIL!

Where do I trade in video games on Amazon?

On the Amazon Video Game Trade-In Store or on all (desktop) video games product detail pages. Customers can find the trade-in feature right below the price and above the platform selection on all desktop video games product detail pages while shopping for new video games.

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-- BlueLobstah

-- CheapAssGamer

THANKS TO HANDSOMEPETE, DISILLUSION386 and GI60 FOR POSTING AND MAINTAINING THE PREVIOUS AMAZON TRADE-IN FAQ THREADS

This thread’s primary purpose is to discuss Amazon.com’s video game trade-in program. Conspiracy theories about AFS smashing games before sending them back / stealing children / sneezing and touching public door handles / etc welcome, but try to avoid going nutso. PLEASE READ THE TRADE-IN DEAL DETAILS AND FAQ BEFORE ASKING ANY QUESTIONS.

Trade-In Procedure

1. SELECT ITEMS: Search for items to trade in. Your trade-in items must meet the product eligibility criteria.
2. SHIP GAMES FREE: Print a shipping label and packing slip, package your games, and ship them
3. GET A GIFT CARD: An Amazon.com Gift Card will be deposited into your account upon receipt of games

Shipping Instructions

1. Print this entire page. (Packing slip and shipping label once you have submitted a trade)
2. Cut out the shipping label and the packing slip.
3. Make sure your items are in good working condition and include the case and cover art.
4. Securely pack the items in a box or envelope and include the packing slip in the package.
5. Attach the shipping label squarely onto the outside of the package and add your return address.
6. Take it to your nearest UPS Store and mail it by (one week from submission of trade)
7. Or you can ship to:
note to self: look up new address
Trade-In Product Eligibility

Trade-in items must match the exact version displayed in the Amazon Trade-In Store, not be damaged, include original packaging (e.g. the manual, cover art, and case), and be postmarked no later than 7 days after submission. You will receive an e-mail confirmation and an Amazon.com Gift Card will be deposited into your account within 2 business days of item receipt and verification by the merchant. Items not accepted by the merchant will be returned to you approximately 14 days after receipt.
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GENERAL FAQ (Updated 1/18/2015)
Can I post a question on this thread?
Only if you can't find the answer from below. And please let me know if it needs to be added to FAQ.

Can I edit this FAQ? (updated 6/7/11)
You bet!

Since when did Amazon start doing trades?
The program began in 2009 and is handled by a third party merchant, previously known as NorAm International. Now known as AFS (Amazon Fulfillment Services).

What are Amazon's T&Cs for trade-ins?

Trade-In Program Terms & Conditions


 
  • Your participation in the trade-in program (the "Program") is subject to the terms and conditions stated below, Amazon.com's Conditions of Use and Privacy Notice, and all rules and policies for the Program included on Amazon.com, including those stated in Frequently Asked Questions and Help pages (collectively, "Program Terms").
  • Items you submit for trade-in using the Program must be shipped only from the United States or APO/FPO, and you must have a physical address or P.O. Box located in the United States or APO/FPO. Products shipped from outside the United States or APO/FPO may not be accepted or returned.
  • Items you submit for trade-in using the Program are subject to acceptance by us, and may be purchased by us or a third-party merchant participating in the Program.
  • Items we accept will be purchased from you and you will be paid for the items with an Amazon.com Gift Card(s) issued for the value of your trade-in. Amazon.com Gift Cards are subject to the Amazon.com Gift Card Terms & Conditions. The Amazon.com Gift Card(s) will be deposited directly into your Amazon.com account. You will not be entitled to any other payment for items you submit for trade-in using the Program.
  • You represent and warrant that you have the legal right to sell all items you submit for trade-in using the Program, that the items are not counterfeit or stolen, and that your submission of them complies fully with the Program Terms. We may use a stolen goods database to determine if submitted items were ever reported stolen.
  • The items you submit must meet the Product Condition Criteria, as determined by us in our sole discretion, or such items will be rejected. Rejected items will be subject to the Rejected Items terms and conditions below.
  • Prior to choosing a condition for your item, you must review the condition description presented to you during the trade-in submission process, inspect your item thoroughly and ensure that it meets the condition criteria you specify. We will inspect your item against the same condition criteria.
  • We cannot confirm the trade-in value (TIV) of an item until We receive your trade-in. Despite our best efforts, a small number of the items in our catalog may display an inaccurate TIV. If the correct TIV of an item is lower than the stated TIV, we may, at our discretion, either contact you for instructions on whether you wish to submit the trade-in at the correct TIV or cancel your trade-in and notify you of such cancellation. If your trade-in is cancelled due to an incorrect TIV, we will return the item to you at no additional cost. You will not receive any payment for the returned item.
  • We reserve the right to cancel any trade-in in our sole discretion, including without limitation if certain quantity limits are reached. If we cancel a trade-in that you have already shipped, we will return the item to you at no additional cost. You will not receive any payment for a canceled trade-in.
  • We may terminate your participation in the Program at any time in our sole discretion, including without limitation if you submit items for trade-in that do not meet the condition criteria you specify or are counterfeit or stolen.
  • We may revise the Program Terms at any time and may suspend or terminate the Program at any time without notice to you.
 
Rejected Items
  • Items are inspected upon receipt using the Product Condition Criteria, as determined by us in our sole discretion. Items failing to meet the Product Condition Criteria will be rejected ("Rejected items"). You will not receive any payment for Rejected Items.
  • We will not return the following Rejected Items to you: Lost, Undeliverable, or Counterfeit items. We will dispose of Undeliverable items in our sole discretion.
    "Lost" items are items that are lost in transit.
  • "Undeliverable" items are items that were rejected and returned to you, but were returned by the carrier back to us as undeliverable.
  • "Counterfeit" items are items that match the exact version displayed in the Trade-In store, but are counterfeit reproductions of the originals.

[*]We may, in our sole discretion, dispose of or return to you the following Rejected Items: Extra, Damaged, Incorrect, or Incomplete items.
  • "Extra" items are items received by us but not on the trade-in list.
  • "Damaged" items are items that match the exact version displayed in the Trade-In store but are not in any acceptable condition.
  • "Incorrect" items are items that do not match the exact version displayed in the Trade-In store.
  • "Incomplete" items are items that are missing any required components, as specified in the Condition Criteria (like CD-ROMs) that were included in the original item.

[*]We may, in our sole discretion, accept Incorrect items for trade-in. If the Incorrect item is eligible for trade-in, we may provide you with an Amazon.com Gift Card(s) in the amount of the TIV for the Incorrect item instead of disposing of or returning the Incorrect item to you.
[*]We will return the following Rejected Items to you: Downgraded items.
  • "Downgraded" items are items that are graded in a lower acceptable condition than what was specified during the submission.

[*]However, if the item was Downgraded to a lower condition that is still eligible for trade-in, and you opted to receive the TIV for the lower condition when you selected the return option, then you will receive an Amazon.com Gift Card(s) in the amount of the TIV for the lower condition instead of receiving the item back from us. Rejection reasons and return package tracking progress can be viewed from Your Trade-In Account .
[*]In addition, we may not return items to you if the number of Rejected Items received from you reaches a limit that is determined by us in our sole discretion.
 
Instant Payment
  • If you are eligible for and choose to participate in Instant Payment, you will receive Amazon.com Gift Card(s) in the amount of the TIV at the time you initiate a trade-in.
  • Your participation in Instant Payment is subject to these terms and conditions, as well as the Program Terms.
  • Eligibility for Instant Payment is determined at our sole discretion and may change at any time without notice.
  • Instant Payment may be offered on eligible trade-ins and you have the option to accept or reject this option for a trade-in. Once your choice is made for a particular trade-in, it cannot be changed.
  • Instant Payment requires you to select a valid payment method which you have the legal right to use. Once the payment method is selected for a particular trade-in, it cannot be changed
  • If you selected Instant Payment and we have delivered you an Amazon.com Gift Card(s) in the amount of the TIV, then you authorize us to:
    charge your payment method for the Amazon.com Gift Card(s) if you cancel the trade-in;
  • charge your payment method for the Amazon.com Gift Card(s) if no items are received within 25 calendar days;
  • charge your payment method for the Amazon.com Gift Card(s) issued for any Rejected item, unless the item was Downgraded and you opted to receive the TIV for the lower condition when you selected the return option; and
  • charge your payment method for the Amazon.com Gift Card(s) less an amount equal to the actual TIV for the trade-in product determined in the grading process if the item was Downgraded and you opted to receive the TIV for the lower condition when you selected the return option.

[*]We will not be liable for any charges, interest, or other fees incurred by you due to the need to charge your payment method for the Amazon.com Gift Card(s).
[*]In the event your payment method must be charged but the transaction cannot be completed successfully, we reserve the right to pursue any available remedies.
[*]We may limit or restrict the number and amount of Instant Payment trade-ins you can place in our sole discretion, including under the following scenarios:
  • You have Instant Payments outstanding
  • Your payment method failed validation
  • We were unable to charge your payment method successfully
  • Any abuse of this program

What kind of shipping does Amazon provide us?
Free UPS ground ---- USPS is no longer available for free. There is now also an option to provide your own shipping.

Do I have to provide my own box or envelope?
Yes.

Do all my games in the same trade-in submission have to be shipped in the same box? (updated 3/9/11)
Not necessarily - people have sent in multiple boxes for the same trade-in submission successfully. It's even possible to send half at one time and the other half at the end of the valid shipping period. However, it's probably best to always ship everything at once.

Can I put separate trades in to a single box? (updated 6/7/11)
Sure, and they'll likely be accepted just fine. However, it isn't recommended since you would only have proof that you sent one of the trades (whichever mailing label you used). So it can be pretty risky.

Can I send in sealed games?
Yes. They won't reject games that still have the original shrink wrap.

Can I add Delivery Confirmation and Insurance to my shipment?
UPS Ground already provides you with tracking information, and I imagine you could get some sort of insurance added at a UPS store or location if you were so inclined.

I don't trust UPS ground. Can I pay for postage myself? What's the address?
Yes. You're more than welcome to do so. Just use the address on the amazon provided shipping label and make sure to get some sort of tracking.

When do I have to send my games once I have submitted my trade order?
You have 1 week (7 days) to send your games. There have been reports of submitting trades up to 15 - 20 days late, but that is definitely ymmv and not in the written rules. Send on time for the best chance at success!

Crap, I have one day to go before my shipment deadline, but the website states that my deadline has already passed. How do I print out a shipping label and packing slip? (Updated 9/9/13)
Load up any existing order (if you don't have any, check your browser's history or just submit a new one to use the link), and substitute the transaction ID for the trade-in order you need at the end of the URL.

Some step by step directions:
1. Go to your trade-in page on Amazon and find the Trade-In ID of the transaction:

 

Trade-In Placed:

August 24, 2013

  • Total Amount Submitted: $35.00
  • Amount Paid: $0.00
2. Copy the entire Trade-In ID (i.e. TRN-1234567-1234567) to your clipboard by highlighting it and hitting Ctrl+C or right click -> copy with your mouse

3. Paste the Trade-In ID to the end of this link:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/tradein/multicondition-your-account/print-label/ref=trdrt_ya_yaprnt?ie=UTF8&orderID=

So it should look like this:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/tradein/multicondition-your-account/print-label/ref=trdrt_ya_yaprnt?ie=UTF8&orderID=TRN-1234567-1234567

The Print Shipping Label screen for that trade should now come up.

How long does the whole trade-in process usually take?
From the time you send in your games, it may take up to 14 business days for the package to arrive. Most people usually receive their credit (Amazon GiftCard) in 3 to 5 business days, however.

How long does the "processing" status usually take? (Updated 10/11/12)
Usually a day or two with little delay at all. It may take multiple days or even weeks if it's an usual item/hardware.

My games were received on Friday (based on Delivery Confirmation), will I have to wait until Monday to receive credit?
People have received credit on a Saturday.

I do not have the manual, cover art, or original case for a game I want to trade in. Will they accept it? (updated 6/9/11)
While the details specifically state that original packaging is necessary, people have reported in the past that their trades were accepted despite missing some of these. This is extremely YMMV, however since some were also rejected by missing manual or cover art. On the other hand, older gen games; such as SNES, N64, and GB cartridges, normally get accepted without the original box and manual, but still YMMV.

It should be noted that with the new condition requirements (see later in the FAQ), you may be able to send an item in missing some or all of the required items (manual / cover art / case) and still have it accepted in "Acceptable" condition.

I do not have the manual, accessories, original box, original included game, etc for a console or accessory I want to trade in. Will they accept it? (updated 3/9/11)
The current wisdom is "probably not" - it's pretty YMMV but AFS seems stricter than they should be on this. Your chances seem to be better for them accepting a console or accessory without the box / manual / etc if it's older generation or rare. You're more than welcome to give it a shot though if you're feeling lucky - just pack it well and include as much as you can! Don't expect greater than 'acceptable' condition though.

My game is really beat up, what are the chances they’ll accept it?
This is YMMV. Some people have reported in the past that they sent in games in bad shape that were still accepted. Your best bet is still to trade in games in mint condition. Minor scratches are expected as these are used games.

My game came with DLC codes and I used them. Will my game be accepted? (Updated 12/28/11)
It is expected that included DLC codes have already been redeemed, so you should be fine. It is a kindness however if you have no use for it to not redeem it and let the next lucky soul who buys it from awd or wherever have a crack at it. Up to you!

My cover art (PLATINUM HITS) differs from the pic on amazon, will my trade be accepted?
It all depends on the UPC so just turn your game around, type in the UPC into the amazon search box. If the game comes up, then it's accepted regardless of cover art. Click on that result to submit your trade.

I have a game from a limited edition bundle, will they accept it?
If the game’s cover art has a UPC barcode, they will most likely accept it. If your game's cover states "Not for Resale" and does not have a UPC barcode, the game will most likely get rejected. Some people have had their games accepted in the past, but this is very YMMV.

The UPC barcode is not intact on my game's cover art, will that be accepted? (updated 3/9/11)
This is YMMV, but probably not. The UPC is all powerful within the walls of AFS..

I sent in my games, all of which were in pristine condition with the original packaging, but they said that one game is damaged and is now being returned.
Always pack your games well. Put a lot of newspaper around your games in the box to secure them and to prevent any damages from haphazard box cutting. People in the past have requested their entire trade-in order if it’s obvious the damage wasn’t their fault, and Amazon ended up accepting the rejected game. This is YMMV as well.

Can I trade in multiple copies of the same game?
Yes. Once you click “Trade in” for a particular game, you may change the quantities. Once you submit, you can no longer change quantities on that trade-in batch.

How many multiple copies of the same game can I trade-in (updated 1/11/11)?
Maximum of 2 copies within 3 a month period.

I locked in X copies of a game but I now only have Y available to send. Can I just send in Y without being penalized? (updated 3/9/11)
Yes, you can always just send in a portion of your trade-in order and they'll just credit you for whatever they receive. However, the quantities you submitted for will stay locked in that instance (I think) so if you, for example, submitted for 2 copies and only sent 1, you may not be able to trade any more copies of that game for 3 months (see previous question).

Will the Trade-in of the Day TIV stay for 24 hours?
It's been reported that there is a limit (maximum # of copies) that will get the promoted TIV so lock yours.

So if I find a good flip, I can just send 2 copies of that game and not worry about Amazon accusing me of stolen merchandise?
Technically yes, but do keep in mind that other CAGs might want to participate in the current deal, and trading in a large number of the same game will definitely lower the TIV of said game. Let’s be nice to other people. This is probably moot for most folks now with the per account / address trade-in limit.

Wow, these TIVs suck (updated 3/9/11)!
Really? Hrm. While that may be true, they're often better than other comparable places. Your options of what to do with your used games are greater now than they've ever been, so feel free to shop your trades around or just sell them off on glyde/ebay/whatever. Also, not a question.

What the fuck? The TIV of a game I just bought for this deal tanked! What do I do?
The TIVs on Amazon fluctuate depending on the number of trades that are submitted, and we really can’t do anything about it. The best course of action for trading in games is to lock in your trade if you already have the games or are absolutely sure that you can obtain them. You can always cancel the trade submission if you end up not finding the games.
LOCK = SUBMIT YOUR TRADE, Don't just put it in the cart.

Can I edit a submitted trade?
Nope - once upon a time you could modify trade in quantities of submitted trades, but that ability has been removed.

Can I use my credit on items that are not video game-related?
Yes. This is the other perk for trading in games at Amazon since you're not limited to just video games.

Can I use my credit on items sold by third-party merchants on Amazon?
According to the fine print of the Amazon gift card use, some merchants are excluded. Your best bet is to try it on the checkout page of your order.

Strategy guides? I can trade in game/strategy guides? Whaaaaa?
Go to the Textbook Buyback section (http://www.amazon.com/Textbooks-Trad...ode=2205237011[/URL]). You can either search on the title of a strategy guide you have to see if they'll accept it, or search for guides. The two best search strings to start with are 'prima guides' and 'bradygames'. Might try 'doublejump' if you want to trade in some of those. (Thanks eugaet)

I locked in some hilariously overvalued trade for some weird rare game/accessory/etc that I can pick up for cheap cheap cheap. They didn't accept it. What should I do? (updated 3/9/11)
The truth is that AFS can reject things for any reason they see fit. While some people have managed to get silly things like a $200 credit for some cheerleading game (or for a PS2 - just ask io!), it's sooooooo YMMV that often it's not worth the effort. EXPECT REJECTION ON THINGS THAT ARE CLEARLY MISVALUED. That said, as long as you're willing to risk it, go for it!

What's all this item condition nonsense? And how can I get screwed over by it? (updated 6/9/11)
We're still kinda sussing out the details surrounding the new item condition portion of Amazon Trade-Ins, but it looks like there's a couple things to consider:
Good Condition eligibility (games):
- The video game, original manufacturer packaging and all original elements are included, but shows wear from normal use
- Game still plays perfectly
- Disc may have light scratches and other elements may have minor damage
- Item may have been personalized (marked or identified)

Acceptable eligibility (games):
- Game still plays perfectly
- Item may have been personalized (marked or identified)
- Item may be missing or have irreparable damage to one or all of the following: case, manual, artwork, bundled accessories, UPC

Note that a game will almost certainly not be accepted if it meets any of these conditions:
- Game does not play perfectly
- Disc is cracked
- Marked Not for Resale (or is otherwise marked not for sale)

Consoles/accessories have some slightly different criteria, but the idea is the same.

Did it seriously just ask me if I wanted my game / other item returned if they refuse to give me credit for it? (updated 6/9/11)
Yes, that just happened.

Unless you're purposefully sending them things you deem to be trash, please remember to choose the option that has them return your item to you during the checkout phase.

Who is AFS? (updated 9/14/13)
Amazon Fulfillment Services (previously known as NorAm). Dunno if they changed names, were bought up by Amazon, or what. Not too interested anyhow.

Why does my package jump back and forth between states? (updated 9/14/13)
Look at a map of the involved cities and it'll make sense. Something to do with UPS hubs and proximity to the state border/cities.

Carry on! :)

 
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I weep for the days of 2011 when flipping to best buy and turning it into amazon credit was the easiest thing in the world. 

And half.com with its michael phelps game fetish. 

Those were the days. 

 
Just got my top spin 4 accepted as A. Sent it disc only and it was the disc with the 2k and 2k Czech logo. Hopefully this is good news for any others who got that version
 
[quote name="jkam" post="12847741" timestamp="1438714403"]Yeah I think the weight would force it to go priority. [/quote]
Let's hope they're not incomplete.
 
Just got a shipping confirmation on the COD Glasses too. Were all going to look pretty damn cool with our COD Glasses and Headsets. 

 
DudeImGodly said:
I weep for the days of 2011 when flipping to best buy and turning it into amazon credit was the easiest thing in the world.

And half.com with its michael phelps game fetish.

Those were the days.
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You know just the other day I was cleaning up going through boxes of games I have and found that Phelps game sealed. First thought that came to me was that trade in mistake on it years ago. I was like this game was worth a ton and now nothing. I must lost this one somehow in the madness of the other 20 Phelps games I sent in to half.

 
io said:
Yeah, the problem is that I'm low on GS credit as well. I need to find some outside sources to build them all (GS, BB, Amazon) back up so I'll try to keep on top of things more!
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Why didn't you go crazy this weekend? I was out of the trade in game for a while myself, but after the Gamestop prices I had to go apeshit. I'm sitting on 3325 in Kindle cards and most likely a banned over three propowerup accounts. ;-)

 
jkam said:
Just got a shipping confirmation on the COD Glasses too. Were all going to look pretty damn cool with our COD Glasses and Headsets.
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I may hold on to mine a few days before sending them out so I can go to the club and impress the ladies. I'll scope em out with my spy cam, listen in on their conversations with my RC helicopter.. if only I had the fridge to invite them back for drinks.

 
sladeums said:
TIV is still up.
$41-82 now, those assholes.
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Wow, it dropped a few bucks from before.

I'm firing mine back at Amazon just to see if they're "magically" approved at these TIVs. I know Amazon won't do anything to fix future issues, though we'll see if they actually pay out at this insulting TIV.

 
shrike4242 said:
Wow, it dropped a few bucks from before.

I'm firing mine back at Amazon just to see if they're "magically" approved at these TIVs. I know Amazon won't do anything to fix future issues, though we'll see if they actually pay out at this insulting TIV.
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they wont, I've been sending them a shitty phone for the last like 8 months and they refuse to take it even though its the exact same one in the picture. TIV was as high as $200, dropped to $130, dropped to $90, and as low as $30 and they refuse to take it even though its the exact same fucking phone.

 
sladeums said:
TIV is still up.
$41-82 now, those assholes.
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shrike4242 said:
Wow, it dropped a few bucks from before.

I'm firing mine back at Amazon just to see if they're "magically" approved at these TIVs. I know Amazon won't do anything to fix future issues, though we'll see if they actually pay out at this insulting TIV.
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Yeah, I am going to relock and resend.

DudeImGodly said:
they wont, I've been sending them a shitty phone for the last like 8 months and they refuse to take it even though its the exact same one in the picture. TIV was as high as $200, dropped to $130, dropped to $90, and as low as $30 and they refuse to take it even though its the exact same fucking phone.
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Doesnt matter, at this point I am making a loss no matter. I will fucking keep up with this nonsense for as long as it takes.

 
All right, Drugstore Deals shipped my pair of glasses out! I'm beginning to fear that NorAm is going to pull one over us again with these glasses...

...on the bright side, I may actually use these things if I get stuck with them...might actually help with my eight daily hours of programming.

Really sorry to hear the DNA Disaster. Good thing I missed out on the DNAs...I actually put on some Beats, Monster (don't remember which type), AND SOL Republic headphones at a Verizon store and tried them out. Wow...I could totally go tl;dr on all of you but the rating is the same for all three types.

A [sharedmedia=core:attachments:9293] out of 10....lols three headsets, three laughs...3-beam-up.

Side note: GS may have some SOL Republic HD Tracks V10 left as I saw some of those in store the other day. You won't be able to track it down though as the site says  "Online only." 

 
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All right, Drugstore Deals shipped my pair of glasses out! I'm beginning to fear that NorAm is going to pull one over us again with these glasses...

...on the bright side, I may actually use these things if I get stuck with them...might actually help with my eight daily hours of programming.

Really sorry to hear the DNA Disaster. Good thing I missed out on the DNAs...I actually put on some Beats, Monster (don't remember which type), AND SOL Republic headphones at a Verizon store and tried them out. Wow...I could totally go tl;dr on all of you but the rating is the same for all three types.

A out of 10....lols three headsets, three laughs...3-beam-up.

Side note: GS may have some SOL Republic HD Tracks V10 left as I saw some of those in store the other day. You won't be able to track it down though as the site says "Online only."
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Got a link to them on GS.com? Or are we, shall I say, SOL?

 
Monster DNA sitch is ridiculous - fuck ing market value is still near or above what the original TIV was.

Camelx3 shows Amazon average price of $264 and 3rd Party $196.
I've watched 4 sell in the marketplace the past few weeks from $150-200.

They still sell $100-200 on eBay. Probably average $140-150.

I stopped sending mine in cause they are shitting up the boxes with stickers and lousy packaging. Probably your best bet of getting any credit is if they lose, destroy or damage yours.
 
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[quote name="DudeImGodly" post="12848001" timestamp="1438718238"]they wont, I've been sending them a shitty phone for the last like 8 months and they refuse to take it even though its the exact same one in the picture. TIV was as high as $200, dropped to $130, dropped to $90, and as low as $30 and they refuse to take it even though its the exact same fucking phone. [/quote]
I will give them one last time and see what happens.
 
jkam said:
Cool, just got an ebay notification that the Turtle Beach COD headset was shipped.
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Same here. Seller is too quick. I was going to contact him to see if I could somehow cancel and reorder since I just got a 4x eBay bucks offer today.

MRW2276 said:
You know just the other day I was cleaning up going through boxes of games I have and found that Phelps game sealed. First thought that came to me was that trade in mistake on it years ago. I was like this game was worth a ton and now nothing. I must lost this one somehow in the madness of the other 20 Phelps games I sent in to half.
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He lives in the area so I keep one sealed in the car for an autograph. Used to keep a Madden 2005 in the car hoping to get Ray Lewis' autograph, but never caught up to him. Ran into almost all the stars and never him. Could have stalked out the HQ/training facility since it's actually walking distance from my house, but didn't want to seem like a male groupie.

 
 
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sladeums said:
Monster DNA sitch is ridiculous - fuck ing market value is still near or above what the original TIV was.

Camelx3 shows Amazon average price of $264 and 3rd Party $196.
I've watched 4 sell in the marketplace the past few weeks from $150-200.

They still sell $100-200 on eBay. Probably average $140-150.

I stopped sending mine in cause they are shitting up the boxes with stickers and lousy packaging. Probably your best bet of getting any credit is if they lose, destroy or damage yours.
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I fear the same for the headsets from yesterday. There were what... 20-30 or so bought on eBay yesterday that are being sent in. Since February, there have been a total of two sold on Amazon. Yes, two headsets have been sold. Like, two people bought the product. The reviews on it are 2.4/5.0 stars. I missed the opportunity for this trade in, but researched it once I saw it... I deeply hope it does go through. Because if they don't, pretty much all confidence on higher risk higher reward trade ins are done. You will have to seriously take into account, "Do I think NORAM will f me?" And if they reject these, then the future chance of getting f'd is... probably.

I'm still trying to figure out what to do with these DNA Headsets. Maybe if I stare at them long enough something will happen. I'll keep you guys posted.

 
sladeums said:
Monster DNA sitch is ridiculous - fuck ing market value is still near or above what the original TIV was.

Camelx3 shows Amazon average price of $264 and 3rd Party $196.
I've watched 4 sell in the marketplace the past few weeks from $150-200.

They still sell $100-200 on eBay. Probably average $140-150.

I stopped sending mine in cause they are shitting up the boxes with stickers and lousy packaging. Probably your best bet of getting any credit is if they lose, destroy or damage yours.
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Did yours sell yet on Amazon? I see them still up there, though the price went up. Was that a second set and the first ones already sold?

I had issues getting that shit label off over the UPC and I think if I have to do it again, it's going to get too damaged to deal with again to remove.

I guess I can keep doing it until right before they run out of warranty coverage from Monster. :oldman:

Rick4Life said:
I fear the same for the headsets from yesterday. There were what... 20-30 or so bought on eBay yesterday that are being sent in. Since February, there have been a total of two sold on Amazon. Yes, two headsets have been sold. Like, two people bought the product. The reviews on it are 2.4/5.0 stars. I missed the opportunity for this trade in, but researched it once I saw it... I deeply hope it does go through. Because if they don't, pretty much all confidence on higher risk higher reward trade ins are done. You will have to seriously take into account, "Do I think NORAM will f me?" And if they reject these, then the future chance of getting f'd is... probably.

I'm still trying to figure out what to do with these DNA Headsets. Maybe if I stare at them long enough something will happen. I'll keep you guys posted.
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Both my sets of Polks were accepted no issue, though the TIV on those were $59 and the buy-in was $40 (bought 1.5 of them with Best Buy GCs). This time around, it may be more of the Monster DNA scenario or it might be like the Tritton Warheads. Which I just fired one off with UPS and will start the fun on that come Thursday. Same with those cursed Monster headphones.

I would agree, if these COD headsets don't work, nor the other $70+ dollar items like the MAG controllers, the COD glasses and the other items that have been high TIV, the good dollar item trades may be dying off.

Though, we did say the same thing with the Sandisk SD cards and those surprised us. Same for the Guitar Hero guitar straps.

 
Rick4Life said:
I fear the same for the headsets from yesterday. There were what... 20-30 or so bought on eBay yesterday that are being sent in. Since February, there have been a total of two sold on Amazon. Yes, two headsets have been sold. Like, two people bought the product. The reviews on it are 2.4/5.0 stars. I missed the opportunity for this trade in, but researched it once I saw it... I deeply hope it does go through. Because if they don't, pretty much all confidence on higher risk higher reward trade ins are done. You will have to seriously take into account, "Do I think NORAM will f me?" And if they reject these, then the future chance of getting f'd is... probably.

I'm still trying to figure out what to do with these DNA Headsets. Maybe if I stare at them long enough something will happen. I'll keep you guys posted.
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Honestly I think that's why boomerangs, GS pickups, etc. are an easier pill to swallow then when I have reach into my pocket for something like the COD headsets. I want to play with the house's $$$ instead of my own. It's not always doable but is less to think about that way...lol.

 
shrike4242 said:
Did yours sell yet on Amazon? I see them still up there, though the price went up. Was that a second set and the first ones already sold?

I had issues getting that shit label off over the UPC and I think if I have to do it again, it's going to get too damaged to deal with again to remove.

I guess I can keep doing it until right before they run out of warranty coverage from Monster. :oldman:
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Nope, not yet. I only have one pair.

I don't really want them to sell now since I'm recouping from oral surgery and am off work until 8/11.
I usually do all my shipping from work (printer) so they'd have to sell at a premium for me to be enthusiastic about getting out of my recliner to go mail them, so I jacked the price up to $215.

I wish the lowest priced ones would sell already cuz they keep discounting them and dragging down the average ask price.
 
sladeums said:
Nope, not yet. I only have one pair.

I don't really want them to sell now since I'm recouping from oral surgery and am off work until 8/11.
I usually do all my shipping from work (printer) so they'd have to sell at a premium for me to be enthusiastic about getting out of my recliner to go mail them, so I jacked the price up to $215.

I wish the lowest priced ones would sell already cuz they keep discounting them and dragging down the average ask price.
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I had my wisdom teeth taken out of me during my teen years. I was drugged up beyond recognition for a good 48 hours. They had to cut extra deep and cut the teeth in half to extract them. I know what it feels like; hang in there man you'll be all right.

 
sovereignNX-73811 said:
I had my wisdom teeth taken out of me during my teen years. I was drugged up beyond recognition for a good 48 hours. They had to cut extra deep and cut the teeth in half to extract them. I know what it feels like; hang in there man you'll be all right.
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That sucks, I got lucky, I don't have wisdom teeth. My dentist told me that it happens in about 11% of the US population, where they never develop.

 
sovereignNX-73811 said:
I had my wisdom teeth taken out of me during my teen years. I was drugged up beyond recognition for a good 48 hours. They had to cut extra deep and cut the teeth in half to extract them. I know what it feels like; hang in there man you'll be all right.
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I had mine out the day after I graduated high school. My only memory of it is slopping a root beer float all over my moms car on the way home
 
sovereignNX-73811 said:
I had my wisdom teeth taken out of me during my teen years. I was drugged up beyond recognition for a good 48 hours. They had to cut extra deep and cut the teeth in half to extract them. I know what it feels like; hang in there man you'll be all right.
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Pain is about down to reasonable levels after 72 hours, and still got like 4 dozen Vicodin left. So that's manageable.

Problem was one tooth was rooted into the sinuses so it left a hole from my gums to sinuses on one side.
Said that could take up to 6 weeks to close.
Gives a really cool (not) waterboarding effect if I drink something just so.

Plus on top of all that I had to go have a surprise root canal last week.
Overall shit way to waste a week vacation, tho.
 
sladeums said:
Pain is about down to reasonable levels after 72 hours, and still got like 4 dozen Vicodin left. So that's manageable.

Problem was one tooth was rooted into the sinuses so it left a hole from my gums to sinuses on one side.
Said that could take up to 6 weeks to close.
Gives a really cool (not) waterboarding effect if I drink something just so.

Plus on top of all that I had to go have a surprise root canal last week.
Overall shit way to waste a week vacation, tho.
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Could have been time off from testicular reduction surgery due to testicular elephantiasis, so I guess it's not all bad, right?

 
Rick4Life said:
I fear the same for the headsets from yesterday. There were what... 20-30 or so bought on eBay yesterday that are being sent in. Since February, there have been a total of two sold on Amazon. Yes, two headsets have been sold. Like, two people bought the product. The reviews on it are 2.4/5.0 stars. I missed the opportunity for this trade in, but researched it once I saw it... I deeply hope it does go through. Because if they don't, pretty much all confidence on higher risk higher reward trade ins are done. You will have to seriously take into account, "Do I think NORAM will f me?" And if they reject these, then the future chance of getting f'd is... probably.

I'm still trying to figure out what to do with these DNA Headsets. Maybe if I stare at them long enough something will happen. I'll keep you guys posted.
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Yeah I tried warning folks over on SD in that thread about trades like these with Noram (more for my own greedy reasons as not to have 300 traded in at once from the asses on SD buying 10 at a time;-), but got some smart ass reply how Amazon is great and never failed them on their trades. After the mass rush to trade these headsets and the ebay seller raising his accept price I too decided to pass on this one since it was out of pocket and not trade money. Good luck to those who have the time to fight it out.

 
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sladeums said:
Pain is about down to reasonable levels after 72 hours, and still got like 4 dozen Vicodin left. So that's manageable.

Problem was one tooth was rooted into the sinuses so it left a hole from my gums to sinuses on one side.
Said that could take up to 6 weeks to close.
Gives a really cool (not) waterboarding effect if I drink something just so.

Plus on top of all that I had to go have a surprise root canal last week.
Overall shit way to waste a week vacation, tho.
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Sorry to hear about that; that's awful. I just had to get a tooth extracted and my gums cut into to remove it and that was pretty crappy the first two days. I can only imagine wisdom teeth.

 
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no658ea3 said:
That sucks, I got lucky, I don't have wisdom teeth. My dentist told me that it happens in about 11% of the US population, where they never develop.
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Darby27 said:
I had mine out the day after I graduated high school. My only memory of it is slopping a root beer float all over my moms car on the way home
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sladeums said:
Pain is about down to reasonable levels after 72 hours, and still got like 4 dozen Vicodin left. So that's manageable.

Problem was one tooth was rooted into the sinuses so it left a hole from my gums to sinuses on one side.
Said that could take up to 6 weeks to close.
Gives a really cool (not) waterboarding effect if I drink something just so.

Plus on top of all that I had to go have a surprise root canal last week.
Overall shit way to waste a week vacation, tho.
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Yikes...even I didn't have sinus issues afterwards.

#GoodTimes

 
I was in a pawn shop today and found a 2GB Wii SanDisk SD card. I bought it for $1.

I laughed the entire way home, may need to frame it with a copy of trade in sheets in memory.
 
MRW2276 said:
Yeah I tried warning folks over on SD in that thread about trades like these with Noram (more for my own greedy reasons as not to have 300 traded in at once from the asses on SD buying 10 at a time;-), but got some smart ass reply how Amazon is great and never failed them on their trades. After the mass rush to trade these headsets and the ebay seller raising his accept price I too decided to pass on this one since it was out of pocket and not trade money. Good luck to those who have the time to fight it out.
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Let those SD cockgobblers deal with a NorAm repeated rejection and learn how it works out from Amazon on a high-dollar rejection. It'll put some hair on their balls.

I'd give them some pointers on how to deal with it.... nah. fuck them.

 
MRW2276 said:
Yeah I tried warning folks over on SD in that thread about trades like these with Noram (more for my own greedy reasons as not to have 300 traded in at once from the asses on SD buying 10 at a time;-), but got some smart ass reply how Amazon is great and never failed them on their trades. After the mass rush to trade these headsets and the ebay seller raising his accept price I too decided to pass on this one since it was out of pocket and not trade money. Good luck to those who have the time to fight it out.
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Holy shit...Noram is about to get flooded with headsets. I hope somehow all cag's get theirs accepted and 90% of SD users get rejected. We def don't need a bigger audience!
 
Received my shipment notice from the eBay seller and it's certainly a FedEx tracking number since it start with "6".  USPS DC's don't start with a "6", usually a "9", as we all know. ;)

They're coming from Sacramento CA and it's not in the hands of FedEx yet.  Assuming ground and it ships out today, I'll have it on Friday, or 3 days after it ships out if not today.

 
BrianJason said:
Holy shit...Noram is about to get flooded with headsets. I hope somehow all cag's get theirs accepted and 90% of SD users get rejected. We def don't need a bigger audience!
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Is that really what this community is about now. Shunning people from deals b/c they are on another site (though most of use are on both). Shame.

 
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