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17861 Someone from QLD thinks their gain is at 9 May 2011 03:45:45 PM
I was reluctant to leave Vodafone after 10 years, as they've always been great in the past. So after about 8 months of suffering drop-outs, bad or no reception and delayed text message delivery, I decided to finally call Vodafone and cancel my contract (which is due to end in 3 months anyway).
I have to say, I agree with some of the other comments, that Vodafone really do seem to genuinely want to fix this for their customers. My call was answered very quickly and politely, and they were very understanding (I guess they have to be with the sheer amount of complaints they must get).
I almost feel bad for the company. Or at least for the lower level workers whose jobs might be at risk if this results in the company losing too much money and having to make cut-backs. They still take it seriously and were very helpful and curtious.
I ended up deciding the give them a 2nd chance, I figure with all the law-suits etc an end to this hideous service must be near, plus there's no guarantee that I would be better off if I moved to another carrier.
Vodafone allowed me to sign up for a 12 month contract instead of 24, which gave me a new iphone 4 with no upfront charges. They also credited my account with almost $300, and my next 3 months will be completely free too (my $69 plan fee anyway).
so to sum up, i believe in 2nd chances. I also believe that sales girl did a good job on me, :\
I have to say, I agree with some of the other comments, that Vodafone really do seem to genuinely want to fix this for their customers. My call was answered very quickly and politely, and they were very understanding (I guess they have to be with the sheer amount of complaints they must get).
I almost feel bad for the company. Or at least for the lower level workers whose jobs might be at risk if this results in the company losing too much money and having to make cut-backs. They still take it seriously and were very helpful and curtious.
I ended up deciding the give them a 2nd chance, I figure with all the law-suits etc an end to this hideous service must be near, plus there's no guarantee that I would be better off if I moved to another carrier.
Vodafone allowed me to sign up for a 12 month contract instead of 24, which gave me a new iphone 4 with no upfront charges. They also credited my account with almost $300, and my next 3 months will be completely free too (my $69 plan fee anyway).
so to sum up, i believe in 2nd chances. I also believe that sales girl did a good job on me, :\
For many people though, Vodafone has already used up their second chance, so let's see how they go.
Vodafail.com Moderation Team