How to upgrade from 9530 to 9550?

[aab81901]

I finally realized that I actually want to upgrade to the 9550 until the next generation of Storm hits the market (whenever that's gonna be). However, I gave my upgrade to my sister so she can get a new phone for her birthday and her upgrade is in August of 2011 (I'm hoping in time for the Storm 3 release). But in the meantime, I wouldn't mind the Wi-Fi capabilities, more memory and, most importantly, 3G. A VZW rep told me that the 9530s were discontinued and they weren't selling them anymore, so I tried to file a claim on my 9530 in hopes of getting the 9550 in it's place, but they sent me a 9530. As it turns out, they no longer sell the 9530, but if one needs to be replaced, they'll be happy to do it for you as they have them on tap in unlimited qtys. Barring buying one on ebay or paying full price at the Verizon store, how can I get my 9530 replaced with the 9550? Any suggestions? Thanx!

[Motorcycle Mama]

Nope. You have covered all the options. If you want one, buy one.