Last week, I decided it was time to trash my AU cell phone of three years. Since returning to Japan, it has served me so well. But after plugging in the charger and not being able to remove the charger last week (without breaking the entire thing), I made the decision that it is finally time to purchase a new phone.
My husband uses Softbank and has been telling me to make the switch for the past year. But, I'm pretty stubborn and a very loyal customer to brands I like. That's just it though, I realized that I didn't even REALLY like AU. Their branding isn't that great, their customer service isn't that great, and their phones.... not so great. I think they appeal to the student demographic because of the great student discounts. Which made me further consider the fact that I was not provided a student discount, because I was a 'research' student.
So I said Screw AU.... And Tuesday evening I jumped on the train, headed to Omotesando's Softbank shop and came out 1.5 hours later with an iPhone. (Actually, before that I had to stop by AU to get a 'number portability form'-- then I jumped on the train). On a side note, I was charged sooooo many fees by AU for leaving. And, the representative asked me "Softbank? Why softbank? Is it their image?" My reply, "Yes, and their phones. They have better phones." He shook his head in agreement, as if he's heard it at least 20 times that day. For a moment I felt sorry for AU. I doubt they are gaining new customers these days. (Then I remembered the fees I was just charged...)
Anyway, I'm enjoying the new phone-- I don't have to carry multiple gadgets around anymore. I have a cell phone, personal organizer, ipod all in one. Not to mention, I can check multiple e-mails from it, including work. Mac has won me over. I'm thinking of getting my husband one as well.... It would make scheduling so much easier for him.
And no.... I didn't have to wait in a crazy line.
The quene was so long, it was nice to see the reception you got.
Posted by: Felicity | July 26, 2008 at 03:16 AM
must be nice
i have a cell and lap top
no staus required for this lowly phd
Posted by: rawdawgbuffalo | July 28, 2008 at 05:52 AM