My phone had been restarting itself since Sunday night and after trying everything over several hours with tech support on Monday, it looked like I was going to have to admit defeat.
I walked in Tuesday afternoon from a heavy rain storm and Andres immediately greeted me. I was not in a good mood, the phone wasn't quite 3 years old yet and purchasing a new phone wasn't on my list of things to take care of. I told him my issue with my phone and that I needed a new phone.
I was really clear on what I was looking for, and more importantly, what I was NOT looking for, but I didn't mention any specific models. Actually, I had briefly looked on the website and had 3 in mind as far as size and price went, but wasn't sure if I would like them, so I didn't mention a specific model.
When he immediately led me to 2 of the 3 models and started comparing them, I was really pleased! Later, I saw the third model and it wasn't what I was looking for, so he definitely listened well and found ways to fit me with the best option.
Believe it or not, my biggest concern was size. I have really small hands and hate how big phones have gotten. If I'm dropping hundreds of dollars on a phone, I don't want to constantly risk dropping the phone if I'm not holding it with both hands. I drop phones enough as it is, no need to create more obstacles for myself, lol!
He was really knowledgeable about the devices and the accessories. I am so pleased with the Tech 21 case and screen protector and what I learned about the company. Andres wasn't just helpful, he stayed late past his shift to finish up with me. That experience was 5 stars!
Later, it turned out the phone was defective. Nobody's fault, these things happen. Customer care had me go to my local one (due to the time of night) to do an exchange, which was seamless. Since that team stayed after close to help me, I rushed out to let them close and didn't realize the screen protector was misaligned until I got home.
Since this is the location that originally helped me and sold me the products, I emailed Andres about it and then later followed up with a phone call. I explained the situation and asked if they could reposition it in a short period of time between work and a doctor's appointment. I gave the time frame and was told to just come in and they would take care of me.
I arrived as the assistant manager was leaving, who said someone would be right with me as he headed out the door. I waited for 7 minutes while the only 2 employees helped their customers, but nobody else came on the sales floor. This was half the staff as the previous afternoon.
I left without either of the employees acknowledging me, giving me an ETA or calling someone out onto the floor. I understand T-Mobile gives their customers full attention, and it's one of the reasons I've been a loyal customer, but eye contact would have been nice. The other location at least takes my name and asks my purpose, before asking me to take a seat.
I could have given it another 8 minutes before risking running late for my doctors appointment, but took the signals I was given and deduced I shouldn't waste any more time. I wish I had been told that time frame wasn't ideal due to staffing before I wasted the trip, that was my entire reason for reaching out ahead of time.
The last interaction wasn't a great impression, but it doesn't counteract the good interaction or the continuing great service I've received from T-Mobile as a company. It just makes this store 4 stars instead of 5 stars in my eyes.
*** Update:
I stopped back Thursday and Chris and Dennis immediately took care of me. They ended up replacing the screen protector perfectly while giving outstanding service and making me feel like a valued customer. I can't argue with statistics, overall I'm very happy with this location. 5 stars again! read more