Here’s how to check:

First log in at http://wireless.att.com.

Then look to the right side for Upgrade Phones.

Then look and see what you’re told. Either you will see that you are eligible (LIKE ME!!! :) ), or will be told:

You are not currently eligible to upgrade your device online. This line may be eligible for an equipment discount on [date].

Interestingly, you can see that AT&T has picked up that I am using the LG CU500 as my replacement phone (post to come on that). I put the Sim Card in it on Sunday night, and by Tuesday AM my photo had replaced.

I think I might ask my good friend Brett if I can borrow his iPhone on July 9/10 just to install my sim card and get the photo to change back, just to be safe. We’ll see if it even matters.

I’m getting my iPhone at an actual Apple Store rather than an AT&T store, so I fully expect to be warmly greeted by helpful, smart, friendly staff….. not incompetent, unempowered minimum wagers. I think this will help me if an issue arises.

UPDATE: I clicked ‘Not my phone/device?’ and was given the option to change my phone.  So I will do this on the 10th right before I leave for the Apple Store, and Brett can keep his phone.