Yesterday, and after 1.5 hrs and speaking with 6 reps @ Verizon, I was finally able to speak with someone that would order the phone for me.

Since I already have Verizon service, the phone is $729.99!!!! Does anyone think this is just a bit too high?

I heard a rumour from one rep that there might be special upgrade plans, but neither he or anyone else was able to verify.

At the least, they should let you out of the old contract and into then new one with the 1 or 2 yr plan. Afterall, there are more services that I would use with this phone than with my old simple one!

What experiences have others had... is everyone paying $729.99?

Anyone know when Sprint is going to be releasing the phone??