When I was buying my 950 and its cover, I called Sony to try and negotiate price (from the advice given here in this forum). It worked, but what I found from calling a few times is that each Sony person may say something different. You may try again or take it into a store and you may (or may not) get it taken care of for free.
I personally haven't heard of the $30 charge, but I've never had a problem with my 950.
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