I just got off the phone with Verizon telesales and was able to order the 8830 after 3 different calls. I am a individual account, not business, and was eligible for the NE2. The price quoted to me was $350. I got a $100 discount for signing up for data, $100 discount for my NE2, and a $100 mail in rebate, so when it is all said and done I will have only paid $50 for this new blackberry!!! What a deal! Anyways, my region is the midwest, specifically MN, ND, SD. I have the rep's name and number if any from the midwest area would like to PM me to get the info and to be able to order this before the 28th. The berry should be here on Wednesday and I could put up some pics/reviews then.

Good job horst! Work all the angles! WOW... $50.

I know it was basically perfect timing for me. I thought the 2 year contract price was $399 but she quoted me at $350 so I'll have to see what shows up on my card.