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The following are the Terms and Conditions of orders placed with Mobile Fun Limited. On ordering from Mobile Fun Limited you confirm your agreement to these Terms and Conditions.
All images on this site are reproduced with a view to portraying our products as accurately as possible. Please be aware that designs may vary slightly, from those shown, due to normal design and production fluctuations.
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Card payments can be made using any of the following methods:
Please note that we do not accept American Express cards. If you are ordering outside of the UK, please be aware that your credit card company may charge a currency conversion fee.
Paypal – There is no fee payable if you pay with PayPal. Please note that when ordering items that are Out-of-stock, when paying with Paypal, full payment is taken at the time of ordering. To cancel or amend an unshipped order please use this order update form.
Google Checkout - You can quickly and easily buy from stores across the web and track all your orders and shipping in one place.
If you do not wish to pay online, please complete the online order form and further instructions will be presented.
The following methods of payment are accepted:
Payments by postal order may take up to 10 working days to clear in full, after which we will process your order and despatch your goods.
For orders placed in Euros:
Please note: your bank may charge for this service, please make sure to include any bank fees when you pay. Bank Transfers may take up to 10 working days to clear in full, after which we will process your order and despatch your goods.
Any orders placed by those aged under 18 must be with the consent of a parent or carer. Any information given by the child must be with the consent of a parent or carer. The card holder must be available to give information in cases where an under 18 is ordering.
All of our prices are inclusive of VAT. Delivery charges will be calculated during the checkout process, after you choose your preferred delivery method.
We try to have accurate pricing and availability information on all the products we offer; despite our best efforts, a small number of the products in our catalogue may be mispriced or have inaccurate stock availability information. We do verify prices as part of our acceptance procedure, and will inform you if a product’s correct price is higher than that stated in your order, so you may ultimately decide whether or not to order the product at the correct price.
We may change the price of any product at any time before you place an order. If the goods you have ordered are not in stock, we may send an e-mail to inform you, at which time you may cancel your order. We do our best to accurately estimate when items will be despatched and/or delivered; however, these estimates are based on several factors over which we have no control and as such, time for despatch and/or delivery shall not be of the essence of the contract and should be considered as rough estimates only.
Note:
All transactions will be subject to UK VAT. You are advised to place orders with a shipping destination outside of the EU using the available shipping options (which also operate within some non-EU territories e.g. Jersey & Guernsey – VAT-free zones outside of normal UK and CE trade tariffs); in doing so you agree to accept the VAT levied against your purchase.
DDU (Delivery Duty Unpaid) – Orders sent outside of the European Community
All orders sent outside of the UK and EU are shipped on a DDU (Delivery Duty Unpaid) basis and may be subject to local customs import duty which is charged on the value of the purchase. Payment of these fees is the sole responsibility of the customer. For example, customs duty must be paid on all orders over $200 when shipped to the United States.
Payment of the duty charge is necessary for the release of your order from customs on arrival to your country.
DDU (Delivery Duty Unpaid) – Refusal to pay charges – Returns Policy
If you refuse to pay any import duty levied against your shipment, resulting in the shipment being returned to Mobile Fun, then all related returns charges plus a minimum administration charge of £5.00 (or equivalent currency at current exchange rate) will be charged against your final refund amount.
You can cancel your contract with Mobile Fun within 7 working days of delivery (starting the day after the receipt of the goods), as per the guidance set out in the Consumer Protection (Distance Selling) Regulations 2000. (DSR).
You should inform Mobile Fun in writing, ether by post or by using the order update form.
If your order is in transit or you have already taken receipt of it, then to cancel this contract you must complete the Mobile Fun Online Returns Form and return the unwanted item/s together with the reference number provided.
You are responsible for returning the goods in a re-saleable condition at your own cost unless the goods are faulty or mis-described. Please review the Returns Policy detailed below.
The goods must not have been used, must be complete with all components and the packaging must be not be damaged. Note that if these conditions are not met we may not accept returned goods; You will be credited with a full refund within 30 days of notifying Mobile Fun of the cancellation.
We recommend using a posting method that provides proof of delivery and can compensate for lost or damaged goods for higher value items.
Please ensure that all returns are securely wrapped and packaged. We cannot be held responsible for any units that have been damaged in transit.
All items returned from countries outside of the EU must be clearly labeled as ‘Returned Item’
To return an item please follow these simple steps;
Please read Returns Policy for more details.
At Mobile Fun we have every confidence that you will be delighted with your purchase. However, in the event that you wish to return any goods purchased, then please follow the applicable policy detailed below.
Faulty Goods – within 30 days
If your goods are faulty on arrival, you have 30 calendar days in which to inform us of the fault in order to claim a full refund or exchange, (please note that for our business customers, different terms of sale apply), otherwise your return will be processed under the terms of the Manufacturers’ Warranty (See below).
To assist our customers Mobile Fun is in partnership with Collect+ to provide a returns service available at over 3,000 local stores across the UK. Most stores are open 7 days a week until late. Please click the Collect+ link to find out more. Providing your return is confirmed as faulty on testing by our returns team, the return is free of charge, however there will be a charge of £2.60 made to your order if the return is not faulty.
For orders outside of the UK Mainland where our Collect+ service is not available we recommend using a postal service that provides proof of delivery and has compensation insurance for lost or damaged goods as returns are NOT our responsibility until they arrive back to us.
Parcels should be up to 50 x 30 x 30cm and no heavier than 10kg. Please note Collect+ only offers compensation to the value of £100 in the event of loss or damage to a parcel.
Goods should be returned in their original packaging complete with all accessories and documentation. Once we have verified the fault, we will issue a replacement or full refund to you via your original payment method. We test returned items, and if our technicians find a returned item is not faulty or has been tampered with, we will return the item to you ( In certain circumstances, faults will need to be diagnosed by the manufacturers of the item before a replacement can be issued – i.e. memory card reading faults, handset not powering up etc.). In this instance you will be liable for the return carriage.
Goods outside 30 calendar days shall be issued with a replacement only.
Unwanted Goods – within 30 days
You can return unwanted goods within 30 calendar days of delivery and we will refund you the price paid for the goods plus the original delivery cost you paid – you are responsible for return postage cost.
To assist our customers Mobile Fun is in partnership with Collect+ to provide a returns service available at over 3,000 local stores across the UK. Most stores are open 7 days a week until late. Please click the Collect+ link to find out more. There will be no charge made by the Collect+ store when you hand in your parcel for return back to Mobile Fun, however on processing your return when received by our Returns Team, a charge of £2.60 will be made to your order to cover the cost of the Insured & fully tracked Collect+ returns postage.
For orders outside of the UK Mainland where our Collect+ service is not available we recommend using a postal service that provides proof of delivery and has compensation insurance for lost or damaged goods as returns are NOT our responsibility until they arrive back to us.
If you cannot locate a Collect+ within a reasonable distance from your home or work location then we suggest that you use an alternative courier that provides proof of postage & delivery and suitable compensation for your parcel in the event of loss of damage occurring in transit back to Mobile Fun.
Parcels should be up to 50 x 30 x 30cm and no heavier than 10kg. Please note Collect+ only offers compensation to the value of £100 in the event of loss or damage to a parcel.
If you return a product to us that is not received in a brand new condition we reserve the right to return the product to you, or charge you a re-stocking fee*.
Unfortunately we cannot refund, replace, or exchange certain products if the seal/packaging has been broken or opened. This is applicable to product software, all types of replacement batteries, Memory, Media Cards or similar products. Wireless or Wired Headsets are also excluded where evidence of in-ear use has been identified; this is due to reasons of hygiene.
Replacements & Refunds
Where applicable, replacement or alternative items will be processed as promptly as possible, but please be aware that it may take up to 10 working days to issue the item. If an item is out of stock, it will then become a priority back order to be shipped once stock is available.
If you are eligible for a refund, we will refund you back to the payment method you used when you originally paid for your order. Please note: It is your responsibility to notify us of any changes to your card details i.e. you no longer have that account. Refunds can take up to 30 days to process. Refunds by credit card are made to the same credit card that was used for the original purchase*.
Any return that is not accompanied with the returns form or returns reference number will be held by Mobile Fun for 30 days, awaiting the return of the completed form. Items that have not been reclaimed by you within this period will be disposed of after this time and will result in the return being completed without action.
*These terms do not affect your statutory rights.
DDU (Delivery Duty Unpaid) – Refusal to pay charges – Returns Policy
If you refuse to pay the any import duty levied against your shipment, resulting in the shipment being returned to Mobile Fun, then all related returns charges plus a minimum administration charge of £5.00 (or equivalent currency at current exchange rate) will be charged against your final refund amount.
After 30 days, returned faulty items will be processed according to the manufacturer’s warranty and we will send those items to the manufacturer for repair or replacement.
For repairs/replacements under manufacturers warranty for any item except SIM-Free or pay-as-you-go mobile phones please complete our online returns form and return the faulty product to Mobile Fun. Please include the reference number provided to ensure your return is processed without delay.
For repairs/replacements under manufacturers warranty for SIM-Free or pay-as-you-go mobile phones, see Mobile Phone repair section below.
Please note that whilst we are able to process warranty claims on your behalf, warranty claims beyond 30 days for SIM-free handsets are resolved in the most prompt manner through your local repair centre directly. Please call us for manufacturer repair centre details.
All returns should be in as new condition with screen and keypad protective film intact (where applicable).The handset must be returned packaged in the original undamaged box including the box inners as well as the phones accessories and literature that came with the phoneMobile Fun cannot be held responsible for any numbers or data lost.Your return will be rendered void or will attract an administrative charge as detailed in the charges section below if:
Charges
The following handling charges are applicable in instances where:
| Removal of personal data | £25.00 |
| Cosmetic damaged handsets (i.e. scuffs, minor scratches etc.) | £50.00 |
| Damaged/missing handset box | £20.00 |
| Missing handset manual | £14.50 |
| Missing manufacturers/personal hands free kit | £19.50 |
| Missing leather case, in-car charger, battery, mains charger, CDROM software , data cable etc. | £19.50 each |
| Missing free purchase bundle | Retail price (as on your invoice) |
| In instances where personal data cannot be removed from the handset using the manufactureres reset functions or the seal of the included licenced software has been broken, your handset will be returned to you. | £9.00 |
INFORMATION
For repairs/replacements under manufacturers warranty please complete our online returns form and return the faulty product to Mobile Fun.
PACKAGING
Please ensure that the handset is securely wrapped and packaged. Do not send any accessories including the battery and battery cover except in cases when the fault is a power/charging fault then send the battery and the charger. We recommend using a posting method that provides proof of delivery and can compensate for lost or damaged goods for higher value items. We cannot be held responsible for any units that have been damaged in transit.
SIM/MEMORY CARDS
It is imperative that all sim/memory cards are removed from handsets. Cards must not be returned with the handset and we cannot accept any responsibility for cards, credit on pre-pay cards, or call charges on contract phones. If we do receive a sim/memory card it will be disposed of on site for security reasons.
DATA/WAP SETTINGS/RING TONES & LOGOS
Please be aware that part of the test procedure may include upgrading the software on your phone. If the memory is cleared and reset as part of the repair process, Mobile Fun Ltd cannot be held responsible for any numbers or data lost.
PROOF OF PURCHASE
A copy of the proof of purchase must accompany the phone to validate the warranty. Failure to do so may delay the turnaround time of your repair. This can be a copy of your original invoice that was dispatched with the handset.
WARRANTY
If the unit is in warranty the engineer will repair or replace the phone depending on the manufacturer’s procedure. Physical or liquid damage is not covered by manufacturer’s warranty and is subject to either a charge for repair which will be quoted prior to action being taken or a charge of £25.00
All handsets carry a one year manufacturers warranty. If your faulty item is not covered by being outside of the warranty period or damage that is not covered, then please refer to the Charges section below.
Should the fault/damage on your handset be deemed as not being covered under the manufacturers warranty, then we will inform you by post as to the cost to repair the handset. Handsets which are deemed as beyond economical repair may not be repairable and will incur an administrative fee of £25.00 for it to be returned in the condition it was sent.
Should you accept the repair charge, then Mobile Fun Limited must be informed within 10 working days from the date of receipt for the repair cost. Failure to inform or notify Mobile Fun Limited of acceptance of the charge within this time period will result in your handset being returned to yourself un-repaired and will incur an administrative fee of £25.00.
CHARGES
The following handling/inspection charges are applicable and include return postage where relevant:
On occasions parcels identified as ‘Failed Delivery’ are returned to Mobile Fun within 5-10 days of dispatch from our warehouse.
Reasons given are the following:
Where any of the above reasons is applicable to your order then you will be informed of the failed delivery attempt by email and if required, a request for delivery address or confirmation of delivery details that you originally provided when first placing your order.
Reasons 1 & 2
Cost of the re-delivery will be charged to you and your order will be dispatched within 48 – 72 hours from notification, unless Mobile Fun receives alternative instructions.
Reason 3-5
Cost of the re-delivery will be charged to you and your order will be dispatched following confirmation of the delivery address details.
Reason 6 & 7
No action will be taken by Mobile Fun until new instructions are received from you. If after 30 days from the original dispatch date you have not contacted Mobile Fun then your order will be disposed of and a recycling charge made to your account.
Note:
DDU (Delivery Duty Unpaid) – Refusal to pay charges – Returns Policy
If you refuse to pay any import duty levied against your shipment, resulting in the shipment being returned to Mobile Fun, then all related returns charges plus a minimum administration charge of £5.00 (or equivalent currency at current exchange rate) will be charged against your final refund amount.
Installation vouchers entitle the holder to one car kit installation in a 12 volt vehicle. It does not cover Coachworks, or vehicles with a 24v supply – in these cases additional charges will apply.
The installation voucher is valid for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase.
Failure to present the voucher to our engineer will result in a non-refundable charge of the full cost of installation. See website for current rates.
A charge of £35 will be made where an installation is cancelled with less than 24 hours notice, or where you fail to attend.
Our engineers will endeavour to meet your requirements regarding the placement of equipment in your vehicle, but reserve the right to refuse to carry out the installation if they believe safety will be compromised.
All installations are covered by a 12 month warranty against defects arising from faulty materials or workmanship under normal use. This warranty does not cover malicious damage or defects caused by altering, tampering or improper repairs. A service charge may be applied where no fault is found or where the warranty has been invalidated for any reason stated in these terms and conditions.
Other than liability for death or personal injury resulting from Mobile Fun’s negligence, Mobile Fun, its employees and its agents shall not be liable for any loss or damage, direct, indirect, howsoever arising.
We reserve the right in its absolute discretion to refuse to honour this voucher where we have reason to believe these terms and conditions have not been met.
The following applies to any information you provide to us, for example during any registration or ordering process.
By completing and submitting the electronic order form you are agreeing to these Terms and Conditions and are making an offer to purchase goods from Mobile Fun Limited. Our acceptance to your offer will only be considered complete at the time we send the despatch confirmation e-mail or SMS you, or when the goods you ordered are effectively despatched, whichever happens first. If for any reason your order is rejected before we accept your offer and payment has been taken, a full refund will be made immediately. Any goods on the same order which we have not confirmed in the despatch confirmation e-mail or SMS and that have not been despatched to you do not form part of the binding contract between you and Mobile Fun Limited.
Mobile Fun Limited will not tolerate any attempts to obtain goods by fraudulent means. Any fraudulent action will be reported to the relevant authorities. Please note that Internet host IP addresses are recorded when placing an order online.
Any orders placed by those aged under 18 must be with the consent of a parent or carer. Any information given by the child must be with the consent of a parent or carer. The card holder must be available to give information in cases where an under 18 is ordering .
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