Free T-mobile Sidekick Slide, Cheap 50 Dollar Sidekick LX

Want a free Sidekick Slide? How about a Sidekick LX for 50 dollars. A 1 year contract instead of a two year contract?

This is a deal that has been around for awhile. People are selling it on Ebay for 20 dollars or more. I will give it to you for free.

Just call 1-866-464-8662 (Press option 3)

Try telling them your mom mentioned an “Avon family and friends discount”

Update: 04/09/08

New post is up here Another Way to get Sidekick LX for 50 dollars Requires 2 year contract.

Update: 4/08/08

From the last few comments, the code below is no longer working. The best bet is to be a family member of an Avon rep who has heard about the deal.

Give them Code 5871TMLAD

UPDATE 4/5/08

This is a comment from Debbie: I was lucky enough to speak to a rep that actually gave me the code its 5871TMLAD i think its only for the lx u still need to say u work for avon be really friendly and hopefully it will work.

You have to get new service to get this discount or you can add a line to an existing service for 9.99. The Sidekick Slide is free after a 50 dollar rebate and the Sidekick LX is a heavily discounted 50 dollars after mail in rebate.

My favorite part is the one year contract. I really hate 2 year contracts of any sort!

This is a great chance to get cheap t-mobile sidekick phones.

I leave it up to you the moral implications of saying you are affiliated with AVON but surely someone you know sells it! =)

Oh and also ask about the free 50 dollars in accessory credit too! You may be able to get a good blue tooth headset or another sidekick memory card.

Have fun and let me know how it works out!

This is supposed to work for other T-mobile phones as well so good luck!

If you get one, check out our Sidekick skins shop at http://shop.sidekickskin.net.

update from 4/11/08 Comments

I JUST got off a 5 minute call… and it worked!!

The CSR made it SUPER easy for me, she even mentioned the free accessory before I did!

call 18664648662 press option 3

when the CSR answers inform them that you want to add a line for an existing account.They will ask if you have a code.. heres the code I used *5871TMOFAV*…they asked me if i worked for Avon and I explained that my mom did and they gave her a friends and family flyer.

and WAAA LAA my order was complete within second.

I was sooooooooo afraid of calling and getting turned down, but it went great!

good luck and HURRRYYYY







553 Responses to 'Free T-mobile Sidekick Slide, Cheap 50 Dollar Sidekick LX'

  1. Cameron - February 28th, 2008 at 12:58 pm

    Thanks much! I can’t believe all of those punks trying to sell this on ebay.

  2. techproject - March 4th, 2008 at 12:36 pm

    very cheap. do you know where to buy?

  3. ana - March 5th, 2008 at 11:35 pm

    Thank you so much, YOUR THE BEST.

  4. Brian - March 6th, 2008 at 12:01 am

    Thanks so much. I just called and got the deal. Total came to $99 something and I didn’t even have to pay as they will bill me. I don’t believe the code “PDA Advantage” is for Avon family and friends though. I gave PDA Advantage and they said that offer is for $240 phone and $100 rebate or something. I then gave the Avon family and that worked correctly. I suggest you just give Avon and forget about the promo code part.

    When I asked about the $50 credit I was told about the headset and case. I asked about the memory card and after he checked it was good.

    This is by far the best deal with no activation fee, 1 year contract, free memory card, and free 2 day shipping.

    Glad I waited to buy this phone.

  5. chris - March 7th, 2008 at 10:59 pm

    you the man!!! it worked great and all you have to do is say the avon family and friends and your set!!! got my order processed already!!! happy i didnt buy this phone right away!!!

  6. nick - March 10th, 2008 at 12:56 pm

    does this really work?? does it still work now?? what if i just want to upgrade can i still get the discount?

  7. Phil - March 10th, 2008 at 3:17 pm

    They told me the PDA Advantage Code was expired is there another one to use??

  8. GrinningFool - March 10th, 2008 at 5:57 pm

    What I have heard is that you just say you are with avon family and friends. No need to use the PDA Advantage. If I find another, I will let you know!

  9. nick - March 10th, 2008 at 8:27 pm

    yeah they said the promotion was no longer going on…i need another one!! i want an lx bad… i have a sidekick 3 and that shit sucks

  10. nick - March 10th, 2008 at 8:27 pm

    yeah they said the promotion was no longer going on…i need another one!! i want an lx bad… i have a sidekick 3 and its too bulky for me…the lx is thinner

  11. Pete - March 11th, 2008 at 12:18 am

    I just tried this today, and it worked fine, as Brian the “PDA Advantage” code is no longer valid, but I was still able to get the LX for 108 including taxes, they also waived the activation fee, free 2 day shipping, and the one year contract. If you do decide to call don’t even mention the “PDA Advantage” and just say your an “Affiliate of Avon Family and Friends”

  12. Pete - March 11th, 2008 at 12:19 am

    oh, and the 50 mail in rebate.

  13. GrinningFool - March 11th, 2008 at 2:28 am

    Pete-

    Thanks for the update. I will mod my post to reflect the update!!

  14. The Sidekick 3 is back on Sale! Only 99.99 - March 11th, 2008 at 2:37 am

    [...] Update! As of 3/08/08 it is out of stock again.  No telling if they will be getting more or not in stock.  If you want a new sidekick for a great price, check out the details listed in this post.  Sidekick Slide for Free or LX for 50 dollars! [...]

  15. nick - March 11th, 2008 at 4:45 am

    pete…i tried and it didnt work..they said it expired…what do i dO??

  16. jml - March 11th, 2008 at 12:26 pm

    Did this yesterday and it worked. We got two sidekick LX for $100 each out of pocket (there is a $50 mail-in rebate for each). Also no activation fee, free bluetooth headset, and a on-year contract. Not to mention a pretty sweet myfaves promotional family plan. The sweetest part of this deal is the one-year contract.

  17. Pete - March 11th, 2008 at 3:46 pm

  18. Cyrious - March 12th, 2008 at 3:23 pm

    I jus called today and spoke with a lady and she told me that there is more to the promotion code. You need to know like a 3 digit number and then some word following that. If anyone finds it, can you please post it. Thank you.

  19. nick - March 12th, 2008 at 9:37 pm

    yeah they ask for the discount code…does anyone know what it is

  20. Terro - March 13th, 2008 at 10:19 am

    Hey Cyrious just call back and get another rep who will do it without that code number. That is what I had to do. I happen the same lady to answer twice in a row who owouldnt do it but called back and some guy gave me the promotion.

  21. Harlem - March 14th, 2008 at 12:22 am

    wow you know the funny thing is that i JUST got off ebay and i seen this for sale thats crazy but i dont know why but i still have not called whats all the info they ask for? when u call and press 3 whats next? what all info they need besides name and address of course?

  22. tn6478 - March 14th, 2008 at 2:27 pm

    I tried it today. Lady was nice. All i said was Avon friends and family and i got the lx for 108 with free memory card and no activation with free shipping. I was wondering if I cancel the data plan can i still get the rebate? does anyone know?

  23. Harlem - March 14th, 2008 at 8:58 pm

    i just got of a 1 hr call but got it done. they will ship it should be at my home in 3 days i paid $106.99 with a $50 rebate this is the best thing since jesus!! oh and also got the 2gb memory card for free and shipping was free as well. i will now be getting rid of my nextel because it sucks!!! ps i love you guys!!

  24. knt102000 - March 14th, 2008 at 11:40 pm

    hey does anyone know if this REALLY works?????
    and whats the prices before rebate? so what do i say? when i call? and is it from actual T-Mobile or from a retailer?

  25. Harlem - March 14th, 2008 at 11:51 pm

    HAS ANYONE GOT THEIR PRODUCT YET? POST PICS…. OH AND KNT… PRICE B4 REBATES IS $99 AND YEA ITS TMOBILE I JUST CHECKED MY ACCOUNT AND IT SAY TMOBILE.COM

  26. knt102000 - March 14th, 2008 at 11:56 pm

    your account? so you bought it off the internet? and so i call and just say i am affiliated with Avon Family and Friends??? and how much is the slide? 100 too? is it really LEGIT?

  27. GrinningFool - March 15th, 2008 at 12:09 am

    It is legit and just say avon family and friends. Sometimes you may have to call and get a different rep but it’s a small price to pay!

  28. knt102000 - March 15th, 2008 at 12:29 am

    lol i dont wanna sound like a retard and say just say avon family and friends do i have to say i am affiliated with? just makin sure im going to call tomarrow. and i can add onto a current line?

  29. knt102000 - March 15th, 2008 at 1:32 pm

    they say i NEED a promotion code..
    yes i tried and got like 3 different people

  30. jml - March 15th, 2008 at 5:38 pm

    As I said, it worked with no problems. I called and said “Hi, I’m looking to set up a new line of service. My mother told me there was an Avon friends and family discount. Can you tell me about that?” I got two LX for $108 (after tax) each, and am eligible for two $50 rebates. I paid a bit more for one-day shipping and the phones arrived the next day. The promo also comes with a $50 accessory credit. Some people have used it for a 2gb memory card, but I don’t think that is a great deal. You can get a 4gb microsd on amazon or newegg for under $20. Instead, I got a bluetooth headset with one phone and car charger (because I hate dealing with buying aftermarket ones - what a ripoff the aftermarket charger market is) with the other.

    I was asked for no code. The sales rep was enthusiastic and encouraged me to get all the discounts possible. And, once again, there is only a one-year contract. Here’s to hoping tmobile has an Android phone in a year…

  31. EGM - March 15th, 2008 at 5:59 pm

    Could someone please tell me how much is next day shipping. Jml you said that’s what you got so could you possibly please tell me if you read this, I needed to know so I know how much money to load on my card, also what kind of bluetooth is it that you can get.(any pictures)

  32. jml - March 16th, 2008 at 5:55 pm

    One-day shipping was $13.99 for two phones. When I ordered a sidekick3 (which I eventually returned), it was $10.99. So $15 should cover it, just to be safe.

  33. jml - March 16th, 2008 at 5:56 pm

    As for bluetooth, you can look at the tmobile website and select one that is under $50.

  34. niki - March 17th, 2008 at 12:38 am

    Hi everyone, I have been looking into a sidekick now for sometime but my sprint contract doesnt end till April 16th

    Do you start a plan with this number when you call or do you just buy the phone from them and bring it to tmobile to activate? Do you think this offer will still work in April? Is there a catch to this?

  35. Cyrious - March 17th, 2008 at 11:42 pm

    Here’s another site you guys can use:

    http://youshopcellular.com/wireless/getyours/index.php?pc=SdkickLXB&oc=SGSB1

    That’s where i order mine since the first time i called for the Avon promo didnt work.

    All you gotta do is fill out the info and then they call you and ask if your interested, jus make sure your 18 or have a parent.

  36. DIANYSE AKA SHYY STAR - March 18th, 2008 at 9:56 am

    I LOVE MY PHONE……I HAD ONE BEFORE BUT IT BROKE THIS SHIT ROCKS LOL!!!! ADD ME ON MYSPACE EMAIL IS LILPR13@YAHOO.COM LOVE U KEEP IN TOUCH ONLY BOYS MAY ADD OK

  37. J Dog - March 21st, 2008 at 9:08 pm

    does this still work

  38. GrinningFool - March 21st, 2008 at 9:24 pm

    As far as I know. The best bet is to call and ask them to tell you about the Avon family and friends discount.

  39. jml - March 21st, 2008 at 11:54 pm

    Yeah, it still works. My friend called and got the discount today, Friday.

  40. ChaChing - March 22nd, 2008 at 10:26 am

    When does this expire? My contract with AT&T does not end until 15 APR.

  41. ChaChing - March 22nd, 2008 at 12:07 pm

    This is such a great deal!! I just tried it and got 2 Sidekicks for $212. The only thing I was worried about was my phone numbers being with AT&T. But they said I could get them ported later when my contract ends. Thanks! You rock!
    BTW: Try Avon Employee Discount

  42. EGM - March 22nd, 2008 at 2:19 pm

    When you activate for the 1 year plan how does that workout do you do it over the phone or when you get the phone do you have to take it to a store and get the plan. Also I don’t turn 18 till august so would one of my parents have to order for me.

  43. BooBoo - March 22nd, 2008 at 3:15 pm

    When does this offer expire?

  44. Meeh - March 22nd, 2008 at 11:06 pm

    Do you need a voice&data plan with the sidekicks?

  45. GrinningFool - March 22nd, 2008 at 11:38 pm

    You can get the sidekick with or without a data plan. THe unlimited data plan is what makes the sidekick fun and unique. for 20 dollars more than your minutes plan, you get unlimited internet,text,chat and emails.

    The data plan can be used by itself for 30 dollars.

  46. kristi - March 23rd, 2008 at 10:12 am

    Hi! I noticed you said that you can take advantage of this offer with or without a data plan…but can you take advantage of this offer with or without a voice plan?

    I use my sidekick for data only and would like to get an lx with this deal. But I wasn’t sure if the deal is for the phone only, or if there are requirements for voice. thanks!

  47. kristi - March 23rd, 2008 at 1:14 pm

    fyi for those who were wondering about the same thing I was…I made the call myself: a voice plan is NOT required (:

  48. EGM - March 23rd, 2008 at 3:20 pm

    So then if a voice plan isn’t required you can just buy the phone by itself if you want or do you have to get the data plan. Also how long does it take for the mail in rebate like to get the $50 back.

  49. MICHELLE - March 23rd, 2008 at 3:30 pm

    I TRIED AND THEY SAID THAT PROMO IS OVER?? ANYONE KNOW IF THERE IS A NEW ONE? THEY SAID IT ENDED FRIDAY…

  50. MICHELLE - March 23rd, 2008 at 5:03 pm

    OK I CALLED BACK AND GOT A DIFF SALES REP AND THEY GAVE ME THE DEAL 99 BUCKAROOS FOR THE LX, WITH FREE 2 GB MEMORY CARD. EFFIN SWEET. SO IF THEY GIVE YOU A RUN AROUND CALL BACK.

  51. Tyler - March 23rd, 2008 at 8:59 pm

    Ok.. I havent called, but I did skim the comments..
    Do you HAVE To get a new line of Service?
    Because I JUST Signed up with T-Mobile like 1 month ago.

  52. Meeh - March 24th, 2008 at 12:37 am

    thanks.
    do i need to be 18 for this offer? or do i need to pretend to be calling as my mother? lol
    what questions do they ask you as you order? (like what info are required?)

  53. ahdeenah - March 24th, 2008 at 7:43 pm

    I called and they said that I couldn’t use the PDA Advantage code anymore, I need a different one.

  54. ahdeenah - March 24th, 2008 at 7:45 pm

    BTW, I said that whole “Avon friends and family” thing but I needed a code, the PDA expired, there’s supposed to be another one. I neeeeed it! D:

  55. Meeh - March 24th, 2008 at 8:16 pm

    people on other websites said that this code expired.
    avom employees were emailed a new code for this offer.
    what is the new code?!

  56. kristi - March 24th, 2008 at 8:30 pm

    has anyone thought of the possibility of this being a scam? Since its relatively new, I think its quite possible.

    Think about it…this # isn’t listed on the tmobile website (unless I missed it while I was looking!). When signing up for an account, you are required to give a ssn. This could be a set up, couldn’t it? Have ‘fake’ employees - that decline some and accept others - that are willing to sacrifice a $400 for your SSN which leads to a profit higher than just a cell phones cost.

    What do you think?

  57. Brian - March 24th, 2008 at 9:32 pm

    KRISTI:

    It’s legit. I got my phone a few weeks ago and my phone plan reflects it. I already had an account and added a second line for my wife. After I gave them my current phone number they found the account.

    Why in the hell are some of you still using the “PDA Advantage” promo? Can you read? You have been told multiple times that you don’t want to use that. At the time it was a different coupon and wasn’t even a good deal compared to the Avon one.

  58. GrinningFool - March 24th, 2008 at 10:04 pm

    Brian-

    Thanks for the update. The PDA Advantage code isn’t valid. I removed it from the post. The best bet from what I can find from searching is to say your mom told you about the Avon family and friends promotion. If the reps gives you the run around, try again. When I find a new code I will post it up!

  59. jml - March 25th, 2008 at 11:15 am

    Yeah, I have posted here a few times. I think the advice about saying your mother works for Avon is good. It could be true, right? Honestly, my partner and I signed up for this and got a sweet deal on two LXs. My friend signed up and got an LX, so now I get a $25 credit for referring him. And the sales reps we dealt with were uninterested in any form of verification and ready and willing to give us the deal with no trouble. In fact, I would say they were enthusiastic. They even told my friend that he’d get a 12% discount on his monthly bill, so we’ll see if that comes through too.

    I’m surprised people are having trouble getting this discount. I think that before you call you need to be in the right state of mind: act like you deserve the discount, you are going to get the discount, and you expect to get it. You have to go into this transaction with the same attitude as an Avon employee who was notified about the deal through work. Act professional, be very polite, but know you are getting off the phone with a great deal. This is a very minor victimless social engineering task, and if you can’t swing it, well, you need to stop texting on your sidekick and practice your verbal communication skills… Good luck all.

  60. tno - March 25th, 2008 at 2:31 pm

    hey jml wat kind of information to they take from you? like ssn?ccn?adress?

  61. jml's friend - March 25th, 2008 at 3:39 pm

    They take the regular information associated with setting up a new line of service over the phone. They require three forms of ID, which in my case, was my ssn, cc #, and dl #. jml’s right, if you show up confident they will not even question it. The person that I spoke with when ordering my phone asked if I had the promotion code number, to which I replied, “I was unaware that there was a numeric code required for this.” His response was, “it’s okay I can look it up by the name.” From then on he was very helpful and more then willing to guide me through the process of securing an amazing deal offered by T-mobile.

    If you do encounter a rep that is having a bad day or wants to make sure you have the actual code, simply excuse yourself in some manner from the phone call (I would have stated that I needed to speak to my mother to find out what the actual code is) and wait a few minutes before calling again. You’re not likely to get the same rep and you can be confident and try the whole process again.

    The worst case senerio is that you don’t get the deal, but best case is you get an amazing deal because you did a little research on the internet. You truly have nothing to lose and everything to gain by being prepared and mixing in a little self confidence on the phone.

    GOOD LUCK!!!!!

  62. Bill - March 25th, 2008 at 6:24 pm

    THIS WORKED GREAT!! a little frustrating with t-mobile sales people not wanting to give the extras. But after a 2nd call it worked great!!!

  63. Miguel - March 26th, 2008 at 7:56 pm

    Hey guys i need a little help, i need to know if you can get it without the voice plan? to just straight up get the LX without the contract, is this possible?

  64. EGM - March 26th, 2008 at 8:04 pm

    Everything worked perfect when I called then as soon as she asked me about shipping my phone died and when I called back the lady said I NEED a promotion code the lady I spoke to the 2nd time said people were buying this off ebay and they knew about it so they got told from there managers to ask for the code. And I told her no one asked it from me the first time and she said well we still need the code. Does anyone know what it is PLEASE email if you do anything shortye162002@yahoo.com is my email

  65. GrinningFool - March 26th, 2008 at 9:27 pm

    Miguel- Nope, you have to get a 1 year contract either for data or voice or both.

    EGM- sorry to hear about that. If I can find a code I will update the origanal post.

  66. Miguel - March 26th, 2008 at 9:47 pm

    Thx for the info but would the 5.99 tzones wap internet plan count as a date plan?

  67. Nina - March 27th, 2008 at 11:02 am

    When does the offer finish??????????

  68. Maureen - March 28th, 2008 at 11:34 am

    ok everyone, after reading ALL posts I attempted this promo: I got the phone, its on the way, with a new line of service with $50 rebate and billed to my acct. When you call, act dumb… say im calling because I am an affiliate with Avon, (no promo code is needed!!!) they may say whats the promo code, just say, there is none… and thats it, they will say oh, ok are you a rep or employee of avon? Say rep or affiliate (same thing). IT DOES WORK!!!!!

  69. Jason - March 28th, 2008 at 3:46 pm

    So Does it Still Work ??im Going To Try This When i Leave Work Do you Need a Code 4 Anything ??

  70. tom - March 28th, 2008 at 5:31 pm

    I just did it, it works! Just say you’re affiliated with avon, that’s it. WOO HOO!

  71. wendy - March 29th, 2008 at 2:03 am

    i actually am a avon rep and was wondering what do i tell the tmobile rep when i call?

  72. maury - March 29th, 2008 at 3:48 pm

    will this work with flex pay customers

  73. elhnah - March 30th, 2008 at 2:52 pm

    This is true you guys; however, you would have to add another line or get a new account to get this deal. You cannot just purchase a data plan to qualify. I was talking to the guy and he was very nice. So I don’t know what I should do. Should I add another line and pay an extra $9.99 along with the $19.99 data plan to get this phone?

  74. kristi - March 30th, 2008 at 5:28 pm

    elhnah…you can purchase a data plan only! You may need to find a rep who will do this for you though. The person I spoke with was really, really (unusually) friendly and was happy to hook my line up with the $29.99 data only plan.

  75. Becky - March 30th, 2008 at 7:19 pm

    If I already have service with T-mobile but want this deal, am I able to just extend my 2-year contract from the date of service? I was in the store not too long ago (I was having problems with my current phone) and the rep there told me I could have extended my current plan for the 2 years from the date that I purchased the new phone. It wasn’t the phone I wanted, though, (I want the LX or the slide), so I decided not to take that offer. Does anyone know if they’ll let me extend service from that day on?

    Thanks! :)

  76. Becky - March 30th, 2008 at 7:20 pm

    Also, I’ve seen a couple people who have asked this question…Does anyone know when this offer ends? If someone DOES call, will they please ask for me? Thanks, again! :)

  77. Janel - March 30th, 2008 at 9:48 pm

    Hey, I was wondering.. I know this works but.. Do you get to choose from Brown or Blue?

  78. elhnah - March 31st, 2008 at 12:12 am

    kristi, how come the data plan is $29.99 when the SK plan on tmobile is only $19.99? Do you think I should call again and ask if only a data plan would work for the deal? And also, I could just switch my current sim card to the LX and it would be fine right?

  79. kristi - March 31st, 2008 at 2:36 am

    I actually didn’t know there was a $19.99 data plan? From the T-Mobile website it says that its $29.99.

    http://www.t-mobile.com/shop/plans/Default.aspx?plancategory=7#Sidekick%c2%ae

    Maybe it has to do with having unlimited text or the fact that I’m not adding a data plan to an existing voice plan?

    I think what works best is if you sound matter-of-fact about it. Like “I would like to take advantage of the Avon family and friends promotion.” then once they say sure, say “this phone will be used for data only and I would like to only have the 29.99 data plan on it.” something to that effect!

    I’m not sure about switching sim cards because I think the new phone number and phone are linked together. and on the invoice you get, it says you have to keep things the same or you’ll be required to pay the full retail of the phone. But I’m not really sure about the details!

  80. elhnah - March 31st, 2008 at 2:59 am

    The reason I would use this promo would be because of just the phone. I would like to have a voice plan and data plan with it (my old voice plan and the $29.99 data plan), but I am guessing it would only be possible if I added another line with my current plan. GAH there are actually strings attached to this promo. I don’t know what I should do.

  81. josh - March 31st, 2008 at 5:04 am

    this happend to me also
    they said i got this off
    ebay and i need a code
    any1 have it send 2

    jcg323@gmail.com

  82. Janel - March 31st, 2008 at 7:44 pm

    I just ordered it at 7.30 this morning!
    I got..

    BROWN SIDEKICK LX w/ Free Motorola H370 Bluetooth headset

    He just went straight to the offer, I said the AVON FAMILY & FRIENDS but I dunno if he heard me.. But yeah I got the offer!!

    Also, I was going to get the Blackberry CURVE but their offer is $150 with $50 MIB so it will be $100 after.. Pretty good deal!

  83. Joker Ortiz - April 2nd, 2008 at 1:36 pm

    This worked great for me . I was originally gonna buy from Garth Wireless for 50 with 2yr contract and no free accessories and i had to pay shipping . I saw this selling on ebay and i was about to buy the info but then i thought to myself let me just look online im sure i would find it . After 20min of searching i found it got on the phone and in 10min i ordered 5 Sidekicks and got 2 free 2GB memory cards and 3 bluetooths with FREE SHIPPING . THAT WAS FREAKING AWESOME . I SAVED BIG $$$$$$$$$$ . It was so so easy

  84. joel - April 2nd, 2008 at 5:41 pm

    ooohhh crap this worked i got sidekick lx with accesory i was so happy that i had to rush my order ii came up to be 120 and when i get the mail and rebate it would be 70….
    first i got this guy and ask me for a promotional call then i try againg and it work just tell them that u need more information about that and they jus forget about the promotional call

  85. alex - April 2nd, 2008 at 11:04 pm

    is this a scam or does it really work and can you get it at the tmobile store?

  86. gabe - April 3rd, 2008 at 12:51 am

    I tried this, and the person I talked to said I need a promo # as well as the “affiliated with avon family and friends”

    So is this fake then?

  87. GrinningFool - April 3rd, 2008 at 2:08 am

    Gabe,Alex-

    This is not fake. And No it won’t work in the store.
    The promo code is expired but people have been having luck with calling in and saying the are with avon and would like to utilize the avon family and friends discount. If it doesn’t work the first time, try again. You success will vary. If I can find the other promo code, I will post it it up.

  88. Gabe - April 3rd, 2008 at 2:33 am

    GrinningFool

    Thanks a lot.
    So I called in 4 times…..and all the people I spoke to said that there’s a big e-bay scam, and that they need an additional promo #.

  89. Manny - April 3rd, 2008 at 12:34 pm

    This is something I’ve been interested in a while, but nobody seems to know the new code which sucks because I finally have the money to do this. Than again, Ive already heard that it depends on which rep you get.

    But ive never done anything like this before, so after you call the number, and hit option #3 what do you tell the rep?

  90. jayren t - April 3rd, 2008 at 1:52 pm

    i know another promotion code Wimdow”s mobile you follow the same steps but give them the promotion code winodws mobile

  91. Gabe - April 3rd, 2008 at 9:53 pm

    Jayren T

    Windows mobile you say?
    Well I’d like to here from other people as well to see if this works..I’m embarrassed enough..having called 4+ times now….and all of them saying it’s an ebay scam..

  92. Brian - April 3rd, 2008 at 10:08 pm

    If it’s an ebay scam then why did I get exactly what the offer said I would get? I never put a gun to their head, just said Avon and they gave me the phone for $100. I didn’t even tell them the price, they told me the offer as well as the extra’s. Just keep trying.

  93. Gabe - April 3rd, 2008 at 11:02 pm

    Brian,

    When did you do this?
    Because I’m thinking that the Avon family and friends thing ended on March 31st..

  94. surf - April 4th, 2008 at 3:46 am

    avon promotion is still valid, just need the new exact promo code, or if your lucky rep will just give u the deal as soon as you say avon rep.

  95. bryan - April 4th, 2008 at 11:01 am

    I ordered one april 3rd. Called 2 times, 2nd time they accepted my promotion WITHOUT any code. This is the 2nd time I ordered a Sidekick LX at A BARGAIN. This Promotion is REAL NOT FAKE. Depends on the rep you get.It’s not a scam. Thanks Sidekickskin.net for this bargain. I dont think the promotion is going to be valid for much longer. Thanks again. =]

  96. Jayren Thompson - April 4th, 2008 at 1:05 pm

    Yes I am dead serious ,but the only diffrence is that it isn’t for a sidekick lx well you can get it cheap but not for 50 dollars you’ll get more along the lines of maybe 199.99

    T-mobile wing for 50$ (after 50.00 rebate)
    T-mobile Dash for Free (after 50.00 rebate)
    Blackberry Pearl Free (after 50.00 rebate)

  97. Jayren Thompson - April 4th, 2008 at 1:06 pm

    Bryan i called yesterday too they didn’t accept my promotion avon family and friends. not saying you’re wrong but they said i needed aa promotion code to get the phone with avons friends and family

  98. Jayren Thompson - April 4th, 2008 at 1:08 pm

    try telling them you’re affiliated with t-mobil see how much it would cost then

  99. Manny - April 4th, 2008 at 2:30 pm

    I just ordered mine today and they accepted mine instantly. All I had to do was say AVON as the promotion code and it all took off from there. Worked on my first try too, so that proves that it really does all depend on which rep you get.

    This deal also works with flex pay, so thats another plus.

  100. Manny - April 4th, 2008 at 2:32 pm

    I didnt even mention Avon Family and Friends. I just said Avon and that Im an Avon employee. Thats all I needed and I was set to go.

  101. Gabriel - April 5th, 2008 at 2:22 pm

    i ordered a slide yesterday and it cost 100 after the rebate. There were no free accessories either.

  102. Kaye - April 5th, 2008 at 2:46 pm

    They told me I needed a bloody code :|

  103. Gabriel - April 5th, 2008 at 2:48 pm

    Kaye-

    did you say “avon”?

  104. Kaye - April 5th, 2008 at 2:52 pm

    Yes and they said I needed a code :(

  105. Kaye - April 5th, 2008 at 4:07 pm

    I’m so pissed! I called again and told them I worked for Avon and I was asked for a code again and I told them I didnt have a code. I was going to get the sidekick slide for free! But when they ran my credit I got approved for flexpay which meant I’d have to pay full price for everything. Ugh :( Ah well back to the drawing board for me. Good luck everyone.

  106. debbie - April 5th, 2008 at 4:48 pm

    hey everyone i actualy called and was denied a phone because of my other account thats flexpay but i was lucky enough to speak to a rep that actually gave me the code its 5871TMLAD i think its only for the lx u still need to say u work for avon be really friendly and hopefully it will work….now for anyone else who is on flex pay go to this website called ushopwireless.com call the number and you can get the sidekick for 145 (if your flex pay)(if not then its 120) with a 50 or 70 dollar rebate i know its not as good as paying 100 with a 50 dollar rebate but its still better than 349 with a 50 dollar rebate from t-mobile….email me for more info @ debbiejo1029@aol.com im still looking into websites that have tmobile phones for less so whatever questions you have i can hopefully find an answer for u.

  107. Manny - April 5th, 2008 at 8:06 pm

    Kaye, are you sure they were going to make you pay full price with flex pay?

    Because I got flex pay and payed $100 for my sidekick (without the $50 rebate), and I know a few others who were able to also.

  108. Gabriel - April 5th, 2008 at 8:53 pm

    I guess the results vary for people. I might have been able to get a better deal if I had called a few more times. But 100 after rebate is still a way better deal that the full price.

  109. Kaye - April 5th, 2008 at 9:59 pm

    Yeah! The guy was like I’m sorry but you only got approved for flexpay and your going to have to pay a couple hundred dollars to get your phone today. What the hell is up with that?!

  110. Gabriel - April 5th, 2008 at 10:06 pm

    Same here. Its not that bad though. The only difference is that you have to pay before every month instead of after. Came out to 235 for me with tax and all. I’ll be getting 50 back and the first month’s bill out of the way. Its the same thing, you just pay all at once.

  111. Kaye - April 5th, 2008 at 10:33 pm

    The man I spoke to said I would have to pay full retail price for the slide and I don’t get any discounts. I asked if he was sure and he said he was. I have truly given up. If anyone knows any other way for me to get a sidekick slide or pearl for a reasonable price let me know. :(

  112. Gabriel - April 5th, 2008 at 10:46 pm

    Keep trying. Thats the only way. Maybe you will get a better deal than I did.

  113. alex - April 5th, 2008 at 10:48 pm

    did you guys gabriel kaye give them the code 5871TMLAD and tell the you were from avon if not thats why please tell me

  114. Gabriel - April 5th, 2008 at 10:52 pm

    The lady asked for a code. I said Avon. And it went on from there. Just keep trying until you get a cool person.

  115. Manny - April 5th, 2008 at 11:03 pm

    I did what Gabriel did. The man I spoke to asked if I had any numbers after I said AVON, and I said that Im an Avon employee but wasnt aware that there were any numbers. After that, the deal went on from there. Here’s everything I got. (I got this all with flex pay , because I have no credit).

    myFaves 300 with FlexPay AC 1 $39.99
    Sidekick LX Blue 1 $99.99
    UNIVERSAL KINGSTON 2GB CARD 1 $0.00
    Sidekick Unlimited with FlexPay AC 1 $19.99
    Subtotal $159.97
    Shipping & handling: Standard 2-4 business days $0.00
    Service tax $0.00
    Sales tax $6.00
    TOTAL $165.97

    My total came out to that price because I had to pay a month upfront, but that still isnt bad at all, considering I got the phone for $100 and a free 2GB memory card.

  116. Lawdogg35 - April 6th, 2008 at 1:53 pm

    I tried this and so did my girlfriend and it worked like a charm! I was ready to buy a new LX for $300.00 so I didn;t have to sign a 2 year contract. This worked and only a 1 year contract and $50.00 for a LX plus $50.00 in extras for free. YEEEEEEEEEEEEEE HAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAW

  117. Joker Ortiz - April 6th, 2008 at 8:28 pm

    Kaye ,

    I worked for T-mobile the reason you probably had to pay full price is because there are 2 types of flexpays , theres N-Class and M-Class . With N-class you would have to pay everything up front. Full retail price for the phones and first months bill up front that usually means you have really bad credit (NO OFFENSE) . M-class you still get the promotions like free phones and all you have to do is pay the first months bill up front . I hope that clears it up for you as why ppl are telling you they got the promotion on flexpay .

    Anybody have any problems with getting the promotions just hit me up and i can see if i can get you M-cLass. At least that way you only have to pay the first months bill upfront and you still get the promotional phone prices … joker@tattoojokers.com

  118. Manny - April 6th, 2008 at 9:04 pm

    So, Im guessing that I had M-Class flexpay becuase I had to pay the first month upfront, but i got the phone for the promotion price.

  119. Joker Ortiz - April 7th, 2008 at 9:49 am

    I had no problem wat so ever getting the promotion the first time I called in. I just acted real cool and sweat talked the rep I was able to get 5 sidekick slides 2 -2GB memory cards and 3 bluetooths I only paid for the phones all the accessories where free. I paid about 265 in total. Free Shipping also . Just act real cool and if you know you have bad credit hope to God that you get M-Class when they run your credit LOL.

  120. kim - April 7th, 2008 at 11:01 am

    I want to get a Sidekick LX and a Blackberry Curve. Would anyone know how much I would have to pay for the Blackberry if I used this promotion?

  121. monica - April 7th, 2008 at 4:06 pm

    My mom works with another company. Is it possible that we could still get a sidekick LX……………cause’ i really want one!!!!!1

  122. anon - April 7th, 2008 at 4:41 pm

    I just placed an order over the phone with the code listed 5871TMLAD and it is VALID. Got my sidekick LX with all the freebies mentioned by other people and with a 1 year contract.
    Take advantage of the deal before they discontinue it, its bound to happen with all those ebay scams.

  123. HILARY - April 7th, 2008 at 5:14 pm

    It worked I actually have t-mobile with 2 lines of service right now and I added a line then I was approved for 6 phones I only added 2 I am going to give my brother a phone (an old cell I have) and My 10 year old son one phone (a razor) and my husband and I are going to keep the 2 brnad new lx phones I gave the 5871 TMLAD code and they gave me 12% off my montly total bill every month AND wavied both activation fees! I paid 13.99 to have them shipped over night and I happy with the money I SAVED!!! THANKS FOR THE INFO

  124. HILARY - April 7th, 2008 at 5:17 pm

    oh yeah also they only billed me 49.99 each for 2 phones total was 122.79 with tax for 2 phones so I was not billed 100 each with a mail in rebate! I wonder if i send in the 50 mail in rebate if the phones them are FREE

  125. kevin - April 7th, 2008 at 5:44 pm

    I already have a line of service with T-Mobile since Sept. 07, I just wanted the free Sidekick Slide because my current phone is, well, “out of shape” to put it loosely. I can hardly access my own phone book. I was looking for a new phone, and I’ve been doing some research on the Sidekick, and came across this offer.

    Is it possible to just utilize this offer for JUST the phone? Or maybe upgrade my current account?

  126. Manny - April 7th, 2008 at 5:48 pm

    I havent really heard anything on people just being able to purchase the phone with this promo. Probably to get a new phone, youd need to activate a new line of service.

  127. kevin - April 7th, 2008 at 6:32 pm

    Can you just insert the T-Mobile SIM card into a SideKick and have it functioning?

  128. Lisa - April 7th, 2008 at 7:02 pm

    I tried to do this Avon family friend discount…they reguired a code. I had the code from this website(5871TMLAD) and They said that 5871 were the right numbers I needed but the letters were wrong…does anybody know the correct letters for the code??

  129. Jo - April 7th, 2008 at 8:14 pm

    they are also tellling me thats not a valid code.

  130. Manny - April 7th, 2008 at 9:01 pm

    They might have finally caught on to the code. Ever since this promo got out to the public theyve already changed the code multiple times.

  131. Jo - April 7th, 2008 at 9:28 pm

    Yeah i think so too. The lady that i spoke with as soon i told her the promotion code she put me on hold and then i could hear her repeating what some one else was telling her to say. So obviously they know whats going on already.

  132. sean - April 7th, 2008 at 9:34 pm

    i just tried it and they told me that you will only Get 40 dollars of the phone u can’t Get it for 100

  133. Manny - April 7th, 2008 at 9:36 pm

    True, but I also think it still depends on the rep you get. I mean think about how many reps there are. Not everyone of them are going to know whats going on. Like the rep I had just made everything go through very easily, but some people have been trying for weeks now and it worked for me on my first try.

  134. Gabriel - April 8th, 2008 at 11:18 am

    when i did order it they said it would be 235 upfront. but thet charged me full price for everything. so i canceled it. i was really looking forward to getting a free slide. please if anyone knows the new code, let us all kno.

  135. Manny - April 8th, 2008 at 12:47 pm

    Unfortunately, I think its safe to say that this promo ended. Within the last 24 hours I havent seen anyone successfully get the deal. T-Mobile probably finally caught on and flat out ended it. I havent even heard rumors of another new code, so if there is a new one they’re really keeping it under lock and key.

  136. jm - April 8th, 2008 at 1:21 pm

    WORKS. did it today April 8th at 1pm. called and i mentioned the avon family and friends promotion. she did ask for the code and i mentioned 5871TMLAD apparently it went through. total charges are 104.99 which i had the option of putting on my next bill. total monthly is 0.00 for adding a line and 5.99 for the insurance. the lady even threw in a free accessory! LOVED IT. GREAT SERVICE. just be really polite and nice!

  137. jm - April 8th, 2008 at 1:22 pm

    OH and i got the 50 dollar mail in rebate

  138. Raibby08 - April 8th, 2008 at 2:50 pm

    How long do I have to waite for the rebate to come back?

  139. jm - April 8th, 2008 at 3:00 pm

    4 to 6 weeks

  140. GrinningFool - April 9th, 2008 at 5:17 am

    New post is up with details on how to get LX for 50 dollars but with a 2 year contract vs a 1 year like this one. http://www.sidekickskin.net/archives/120

  141. Jayren Thompson - April 9th, 2008 at 8:45 am

    USe Windows mobile that will get the t-mobile pearl for 50.00 dollars after the 50.00 mail and rebate

  142. manbearpig - April 9th, 2008 at 12:00 pm

    did it today after i saw jm’s postings. the first two reps accepted the code but was trying to sell the lx for 150-200$. the third rep i talked to gave me the deal !!! 104.99 was the total i believe. he also threw in a car charger and a 1gb card. just be really nice and if you get a dick that wont do it…call back. dont say your mother told you bout this promotion…say you are affiliated with avon and you are interested in the promotion that they have. (: GOODLUCK!

  143. Manny - April 9th, 2008 at 12:39 pm

    This is the message I got when I went to http;//www.t-mobile.com/avon :

    An application error has occurred. Please contact your client owner for help.
    Error Details:

    Error:
    - It appears that your browser is not set up to accept cookies, or your session has timed out. If your session has timed out, please open a new browser window and click to access the site again. If your browser is set up to disable cookies, please enable them and click to access the site again. If you do not wish to set up your browser to accept cookies, please call T-Mobile Business Direct at 1-866-464-8662, and we will assist you with activating service or answering your questions.

    I just went to it earlier this morning and it worked, but now its not there when I go to it. Is this just my PC acting strngly, or does it do this for everyone else too?

  144. Manny - April 9th, 2008 at 12:40 pm

    I meant, http://www.t-mobile.com/avon, but you all get my point.

  145. GrinningFool - April 9th, 2008 at 4:07 pm

    Manny- Close all your browsers and try again. If that fails, clear out your caache and cookies. I had t odo that once this morning!

  146. _i gottt it! - April 11th, 2008 at 9:58 am

    I JUST got off a 5 minute call… and it worked!!

    The CSR made it SUPER easy for me, she even mentioned the free accessory before I did!

    call 18664648662 press option 3

    when the CSR answers inform them that you want to add a line for an existing account.They will ask if you have a code.. heres the code I used *5871TMOFAV*…they asked me if i worked for Avon and I explained that my mom did and they gave her a friends and family flyer.

    and WAAA LAA my order was complete within second.

    I was sooooooooo afraid of calling and getting turned down, but it went great!

    p.s. I ordered a sk lx for 99 with rebate of 50 with 1 year contract.. and i ordered a blkbrry 8800 for 99 with a 1 year contract.. and each with a free accessory.

    good luck and HURRRYYYY

  147. It WORKS! - April 12th, 2008 at 12:03 am

    It just worked fine for me! (Friday, April, 11, 2008 at 11:00 P.M.) I just called 1-866-464-8662 and chose option 3 and when the customer service rep answered they asked for my name first. I just gave them my first name and asked how they were doing (be nice and polite), and he asked me if he could interest me in signing up for a plan with them… I said “Yes, actually I’m wanting to start up a family plan with you guys for me and my wife.” Then I said right away, “My wife’s boss mentioned to us that for her working at AVON we can get a great discount with you guys.” I DID NOT MENTION RIGHT AWAY THAT I KNEW ABOUT GETTING THE SIDEKICK LX FOR $99.99 WITH A $50 REBATE!!! Do NOT mention this right away or it will sound fishy. Let them explain it to you on their own. The guy started to explain to me “Oh yes, we have a great offer for you and your wife for being affiliated with AVON. We can offer you a great discount on most of our phones, and offer you free activation on the phones and free shipping”. I just acted excited and was like “Wow that would be great!” Then he asked what phones I was interested in and I said the sidekick lx for both of us and he said $99.99 with $50 rebate. Then I mentioned to him about the free accessorie of up to $50 and he offered me a few different choices like car charger, bluetooth, or 2GB card for sidekick and mentioned to me that the card is the most popular choice and best deal. So I got 2 sidekick lx 2 2GB cards signed up today for only the $99.99 each and overnight shipping for free, and didn’t have to pay anything else, no activation or month in advance. Just be nice and if they ask for a code I think the one above “5871TMOFAV” will work, but you shouldn’t need it. Just mention you or ur husband or wife work for AVON and act clueless about what the promotion gives you.

  148. AVON REPRESENATIVE - April 13th, 2008 at 3:08 pm

    THIS IS ILLEGAL AND I HAVE CALLED T-MOBILE AND FORWARDED THEM TO THIS PAGE. LETS JUST SAY THAT YOU TAKING ADVANTAGE OF US WHO ACTUALLY DO WORK AT AVON IS REALLY DISGUSTING. YOUR OFFER WILL NO LONGER BE VALID AS THEY ARE PUTTING OUT A NEW CODE STARTING TODAY AT 3:00 PM AND ALL YOUR OLD PROMOTIONAL CODES WILL NOT WORK AS OF NOW. AVON HAS ALSO BEEN INFORMED OF THIS ACTIVITY.

    I GET IT, YOU SAW A GREAT DEAL AND MADE A POST, BUT I ACTUALLY DO WORK AT AVON, AND I DONT THINK ITS FAIR THAT YOURE TAKING THE PROMOTIONS WERE WORKING HARD TO EARN.

    GOODBYE.

  149. janet - April 13th, 2008 at 3:56 pm

    btw its Representatives learn how to spell…

  150. janet - April 13th, 2008 at 3:57 pm

    or Representative (singular)…and you have a job?

  151. kim - April 13th, 2008 at 5:57 pm

    LOL! @ the Avon Lady

  152. Candy - April 13th, 2008 at 9:10 pm

    has anyone tried it since the avon lady above said that? Just wondering if its still working or not…I know it is working online.

  153. janet - April 13th, 2008 at 9:20 pm

    has anyone tried online?

  154. Candy - April 13th, 2008 at 11:39 pm

    I went and looked online. It shows all the discounts on all the phones! Its way cheap!! But it looks like its for new activations only, it says to call a number if your wanting to upgrade or add a line.

  155. JoeDissolvo - April 14th, 2008 at 9:45 am

    I did it online, also. It didnt ask me anywhere to identify myself as an avon employee. Even if they did, its the “friends and family” promotion, so you dont even really have to work for avon. And using google for a whole 2 minutes could turn up a long list of avon reps, if you need to say someone gave you the site.

    I put in my order saturday night, and I should be getting the “confirmation email” soon, I guess. It said it takes up to 48 hours to get it. But I guess my credit was approved, and everything was fine. I guess I’ll see whenever I get that next email. I’ll keep you guys posted.

    The only thing I ran into so far online, is that you can only get either the data plan, or the voice plan. It wont let you select both. So I got the voice plan, and when I get the phone, I’m going to be going to my local tmobile location and adding the data. Thats the only problem so far, and its a small one, so Id gladly take that over paying 200$ more for my phone.

  156. _i gottt it! - April 14th, 2008 at 10:08 am

    Mrs. Avon Representative…honestly this ISN’T illegal.

    This promotion ISN’T only for Avon Representatives… if you read closely it states * Friends and Family Promition *

    That’s how I got the code, from an ACTUAL friend that works in Avon.

    I would understand if it was ONLY for employees, but it’s not.

    Loosen up a bit geeeze

  157. AVON REPRESENATIVE - April 14th, 2008 at 10:23 pm

    IT DOESNT WORK ANYMORE. YOU’RE WELCOME!

  158. GrinningFool - April 14th, 2008 at 10:31 pm

    Dear Avon Representative

    If what you say is true, then good for you!

    I bet people will still get the deal, though!

    PS. Please don’t use all CAPS it is annoying!

  159. JoeDissolvo - April 15th, 2008 at 3:28 pm

    I ordered mine online late saturday night, and I just got the order confirmation email.

    I qualified for the flex pay, so I have to pay for the first months bill up front (which you have to do if you order your phone online anyway.), and my phone. Total charges - 165.06

    And they do automatically tack on the data plan. I wasnt sure, but they do.

    They are going to expedite my order ASAP, and I should be getting my phone by this weekend.

    AND THEY DIDNT MENTION AVON AT ANY TIM