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F.A.Q. Section  
    

Questions?
Q.  Why buy from MobileCityOnline.com? Q.  How long will it take for my order to ship?
Q.  What is an unlocked phone? Q.  What is an import phone?
Q.  How do I return an item? Q.  How long does it take for a refund or exchange?
Q.  What are the return rules and policies? Q.  Do I have to pay sales tax?
Q.  How do I change or cancel my order? Q.  Does MobileCityOnline.com have a retail store?
Q.  How do I subscribe/unsubscribe to your e-mail updates? Q.  How do I check the status of my order?
Q.  If i make a purchase and notice the price of that particular product changes am i eligible to receive a price protection?


Answers

 
A. Why buy from MobileCityOnline.com?
  Established in 2001, MobileCityOnline.com was one of the first to offer only quality, brand name mobile phone accessories as well as GSM unlocked phones on the web at discount prices.
MobileCityOnline.com ships 98% of in stock items within 24 hours from when the order is placed.
 


 
A. How long will it take for my order to ship?
  Orders placed and verified before 2:00 pm EST will likely ship the same business day. Orders that require additional verification will ship within 24-48 hours.
 


 
A. What is an unlocked phone?
  Unlocked is a term used mainly when referring to GSM (sim card based) Phones and it means that the phone can be used with any compatible sim card used by many wireless carriers.
Most phones sold here is the US are are typically locked to the carrier, limiting the usability.
Popular wireless GSM carriers:
T-Mobile
Cingular Wireless
Fido
TelMex
Orange
O2
and many more...
 


 
A. What is an import phone?
   

At MCO we  go to great lengths bring the latest mobile phones to market ahead of the competition. In order to do that we often have to work with International distributors and Import phones from abroad.. We recommend that you research the phone model you are interested in and check with your local carrier  to insure that it is  compatible and capable of utilizing the featured services that you are in need of . These phones are often not covered by the manufacturer’s warranty.  MCO offers a 90 warranty* on all imported phones sold.

*see product detail page for warranty information.
 


 
A. How do I return an item?
  To return an item you must contact Customer Service for prior approval and obtain an RMA number.
All merchandise purchased from MobileCityOnline is sold in its original factory packaging with all contents as supplied to us by the manufacturer/distributor. Therefore it can be returned only if in original manufacturer's packaging, same condition as sold, with all literature/instructions/documentation and blank warranty cards.
Place the manufacturer's box into a shipping carton.
Please do not place stickers or shipping labels on the original manufacturer's package.
For your protection insure the package and ship via a traceable method. We are not responsible for lost or damaged packages.
Read our rules and policies before you return an item.
 


 
A. How long does it take for a refund or exchange?
  Returns generally take 3-5 business days to be processed once they are received into our warehouse. Once processed and approved, refunds will be given and should appear on your statement within 5 days from date refunded. (total processing time can extend to 10 business days from received date)
 


 
A. What are the return rules and policies?
  Returned merchandise must be unregistered, in complete original manufacturer's packaging, same condition as sold, with all accessories, literature, instructions, documentation and blank warranty.

  Return Policies

14 days for mobile phones and smart phones. (Restocking fee applies)
30 days for mobile phone related accessories.

 Return Rules:

All returned merchandise must be unregistered, in complete original manufacturer's packaging, same condition as sold, with all accessories, literature, instructions, documentation and blank warranty cards.

Phones must register less than 120 minutes cumulative talk time and show no signs of use.

Defective items may be repaired or exchanged at our discretion for the same or manufacturer's equivalent model only.

Return freight is the sole responsibility of the consumer.

Shipping and handling fees are non refundable. (Including all refused and unaccepted packages).

Not responsible for personal data or items left in returned merchandise.

Refunds on returned items which were paid for by credit card will only be made by crediting the account charged for the purchase.

Refunds on returned items which were paid for by wire transfer, check or cash (in-store) will only be made by check after a 10-day waiting period.

 If any of the above conditions are not met, MobileCityOnline.com reserves the right to refuse the return.

Restocking Fees on Mobile Phones and Smart Phones:

These are the standard restocking fees that will be charged on all phone returns. NO EXCEPTIONS. 

These apply on both REFUNDS and EXCHANGES.

15% restocking fee on all opened phones.

Defective units being exchanged will not incur a restocking fee.

An additional 5% restocking fee will apply on all returned phones missing any of the original contents, plus the retail cost of the item as listed on MobileCityOnline.com, if available.

Restocking Fees on Mobile Phone Related Accessories:

               MobileCityOnline.com reserves the right to charge a restock fee of not less than 15% on returned accessories that are not  returned in “Like-New” condition.
We cannot accept returns on:

 
            Blister-packed items once opened.
            Software once opened.
            All consumables, including but not limited to recordable media, digital memory, tapes, batteries, etc. 

           Items over 30 days


 


 
A. Do I have to pay sales tax?
  MobileCityOnline only collects sales tax on orders being shipped to an address within New York State. Sales tax is calculated to be the same as our local New York sales tax. There is no tax collected for orders shipped outside of New York State.
 


 
A. How do I change or cancel my order?
  If you need to cancel or make a change to your order, please call us immediately at 1-212-964-4444 . Emailing is not  Recommended for this purpose, as your order may ship before we can respond to your email.
 


 
A. Does MobileCityOnline.com have a retail store?
  MobileCityOnline' store is available to customers for product information and in store pick ups.
Please call our sales dept at 212-964-4444 to confirm availability prior to picking up an item.
We are convienently located on Walker st (off Broadway) in the historical Tri-Beca east neighborhood.
For Store information, Hours & Directions please check Contact Us section.
 


 
A. How do I subscribe/unsubscribe to your e-mail updates?
  To Subscribe or Unsubscribe to our emails and newsletters please see our newsletter page
 


 
A. How do I check the status of my order?
  Go to the order status page (link located on top-right corner of website)
 


 
A. If i make a purchase and notice the price of that particular product changes am i eligible to receive a price protection?
  Yes you are eligible for price protection on all products as long as the purchase was made within a 7 day time frame.
 


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