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Asus UK have published a Press Release with more information on supplies of the Transformer in the UK
http://asus.co.uk/pr/press-release/stock-availability-update/
They say that the delays have been caused by "a number of additional testing procedures for the Eee Pad Transformer to ensure an unrivalled user-experience" but that they "are now due to receive a significant quantity of both Eee Pad Transformers and keyboard docks at the end of April/early May (exact date will depend on customs clearance and freight forwarding to our retailers)"
Hopefully that should mean that Amazon etc will be shipping well in advance of the 1st June date they are currently lists and also that people who've ordered the keyboard direct from Asus won't have to wait too long for it.
The reference to "additional testing" is strange and I wonder if they've delayed the shipment in order to ensure it ships with the updated firmware we're expecting RSN.
And it does look like Asus are pleasantly surprised with how well the Transformer has done in initial sales, which bodes well for ongoing support from Asus as well as the honeycomb platform in general.
Matchstick said:
Asus UK have published a Press Release with more information on supplies of the Transformer in the UK
http://asus.co.uk/pr/press-release/stock-availability-update/
They say that the delays have been caused by "a number of additional testing procedures for the Eee Pad Transformer to ensure an unrivalled user-experience" but that they "are now due to receive a significant quantity of both Eee Pad Transformers and keyboard docks at the end of April/early May (exact date will depend on customs clearance and freight forwarding to our retailers)"
Hopefully that should mean that Amazon etc will be shipping well in advance of the 1st June date they are currently lists and also that people who've ordered the keyboard direct from Asus won't have to wait too long for it.
The reference to "additional testing" is strange and I wonder if they've delayed the shipment in order to ensure it ships with the updated firmware we're expecting RSN.
And it does look like Asus are pleasantly surprised with how well the Transformer has done in initial sales, which bodes well for ongoing support from Asus as well as the honeycomb platform in general.
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"We anticipate the additional stock being distributed amongst Comet, PC World, Currys and Carphone Warehouse stores late April/early May, whilst Amazon.co.uk and Ebuyer.com are also taking pre-orders."
As far as I can tell Comet currently have stock available for sale even without receiving new units. Selfishly all I care about is Amazon (since they ship outside of the UK) and ASUS explicitly say they are not giving them any stock.
Well I ordered online from comet and have a delivery date of 28/04. Fingers crossed as the keyboard for 50 quid deal requires registering by 29/04
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Well I ordered online from comet and have a delivery date of 28/04. Fingers crossed as the keyboard for 50 quid deal requires registering by 29/04
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I expect Asus will probably extend that offer!
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Dave
Yes, I am awaiting an exchange on my orginal one by comet.
They were scheduled to exchange Thursday 21st but have now called to say they will exchange it on the 29th.
Whilst on the phone I was told stock would be coming into the UK this weekend (Sat 23rd / Sun 24th) and delivered to comet on the 27th for possible delivery on 28th or 29th.
psinno said:
"We anticipate the additional stock being distributed amongst Comet, PC World, Currys and Carphone Warehouse stores late April/early May, whilst Amazon.co.uk and Ebuyer.com are also taking pre-orders."
As far as I can tell Comet currently have stock available for sale even without receiving new units. Selfishly all I care about is Amazon (since they ship outside of the UK) and ASUS explicitly say they are not giving them any stock.
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Amazon should get a shipment this time, it's just the way they wrote it.
Got to the Asus UK site on facebook and read the comments on this ( Sorry i cant link cuz i havent posted 8 times on this site )
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Very uncool! They release an update for UK's delay but none for US release.
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Amazon should get a shipment this time, it's just the way they wrote it.
Got to the Asus UK site on facebook and read the comments on this ( Sorry i cant link cuz i havent posted 8 times on this site )
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Not sure I put much faith in a Facebook comment when it seems to contradict a press release. If they meant Amazon are getting stock then they put a lot of work into misleading me. That said it did seem a little strange mentioning Amazon if they were getting no stock.
posted just a few minutes ago on ASUS uk FB page
ASUS UK Amazon.co.uk should have stock earlier than June - once we have confirmed exact date they will update their system.
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I originally ordered from Comet and delivery was scheduled for the 28th but was told by somoene else that bestbuy has a few so I cancelled my comet order and now I have one due to arrive on Wednesday via bestbuy
i emailed them today as i don't get mine until 28th .Sent a copy of the order and they said even if delayed i will not miss out they have kept my record on file and i need to email them the serial number when i get it
I just hope that this stock news means those who ordered the keyboard as part of the keyboard promotion (ie. me ) won't have to wait too long to get their hands on one!
I was on a plane once that was just getting ready to take off when the pilot got on the intercom and announced a delay due to a part being replaced. I was happy with the delay, of course--rather that than the part not be replaced.
If Asus found some serious bug (or hardware flaw) and decided to slow things down to get it fixed, then good for them. It means what we'll end up getting will be that much better.
Can't wait...
Cheer up Brits, they write:
"After unprecedented demand and stock delays due to additional testing procedures, ASUS announce significant stock numbers due to arrive in UK"
They also write:
"ASUS always strives to set benchmarks for product innovation, design and quality. We have implemented a number of additional testing procedures for the Eee Pad Transformer to ensure an unrivalled user-experience."
I wonder if that means: We had a lot of buggy units
Hopefully not
http://asus.co.uk/pr/press-release/stock-availability-update/
Well, my screen has small to medium areas of light leakage all around the screen edges except the top one. It can't be seen normally, except when the screen is mostly black. I don't know whether to contact Comet or ASUS, or just fuhgetaboutit. Maybe this is one of the areas being improved upon.
This is bulls$$h,what about US?
Asus doesn't care about North America,hurry up SAMSUNG
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This is bulls$$h,what about US?
Asus doesn't care about North America,hurry up SAMSUNG
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Could be worse, nobody cares about Ireland.
Total honeycomb tablets available for sale : 10 Xooms available last Friday.
Some days I wish I wasn't allergic to iStuff.
dmoney94 said:
This is bulls$$h,what about US?
Asus doesn't care about North America,hurry up SAMSUNG
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Asus is probably testing the water with the UK release because they could launch here before the Xoom did.
If it's any consolation, it sounds like it is going to be quite a bit cheaper in the US assuming the 16GB version comes in somewhere around the $400-$420 mark as has been rumoured.
Regards,
Dave
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Well, my screen has small to medium areas of light leakage all around the screen edges except the top one. It can't be seen normally, except when the screen is mostly black. I don't know whether to contact Comet or ASUS, or just fuhgetaboutit. Maybe this is one of the areas being improved upon.
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I contacted ASUS directly... just waiting for a reply.
The only concern I have with getting a replacement is that I've already ordered and paid for the keyboard dock with the ilovekeyboard email address... it may affect that.
We should be getting our FOTA update tomorrow morning 5:00am (12:00pm Taipei). Should fix a fair few things hopefully. Obviously it wont fix your bleeding issue though.
Anyone who has ordered the keyboard dock, have you received a confirmation email of your payment to asus?
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We should be getting our FOTA update tomorrow morning 5:00am (12:00pm Taipei). Should fix a fair few things hopefully. Obviously it wont fix your bleeding issue though.
Anyone who has ordered the keyboard dock, have you received a confirmation email of your payment to asus?
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No confirmation, no.
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We should be getting our FOTA update tomorrow morning 5:00am (12:00pm Taipei). Should fix a fair few things hopefully. Obviously it wont fix your bleeding issue though.
Anyone who has ordered the keyboard dock, have you received a confirmation email of your payment to asus?
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No confirmation. Sent payment about a week ago.
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We should be getting our FOTA update tomorrow morning 5:00am (12:00pm Taipei). Should fix a fair few things hopefully. Obviously it wont fix your bleeding issue though.
Anyone who has ordered the keyboard dock, have you received a confirmation email of your payment to asus?
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I asked for confirmation from them and got it next day when the received my payment via BACS.
Ok thanks folks. I'll email them asking for confirmation. Best to be safe than sorry.
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I contacted ASUS directly... just waiting for a reply.
The only concern I have with getting a replacement is that I've already ordered and paid for the keyboard dock with the ilovekeyboard email address... it may affect that.
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Please let me know what they say. Incidentally, I doubt it'll affect the keyboard sale if they are swapping one for another. If this is a widespread issue then I'll stick with mine as there are no dead pixels on the device and swapping always runs the risk of tempting the dead-pixel fairies...
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Please let me know what they say. Incidentally, I doubt it'll affect the keyboard sale if they are swapping one for another. If this is a widespread issue then I'll stick with mine as there are no dead pixels on the device and swapping always runs the risk of tempting the dead-pixel fairies...
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Will do.
If there is a wait, Ill just breath deeply and get on with it. The bleeding doesn't affect me too much, and I'm never going to use the compass on this device anyway - neither is worth the real hassle of dealing with a replacement.
Got a reply... told me to perform a data/system wipe, see if the issues continue and then contact Comet directly for a repair/replacement if necessary.
I have ordered the Asus Transformer on 13/4, and really looking forward to receive it on 21st as i have booked a slot on that day..
however the Comet rang me just before telling me that the transformer will be delayed AGAIN and won't get mine before 9th May! i was quite shocked and kinda disappointed with that (though i understood the supplies...) as i have pre-ordered it for so long and they told me there were stock available for me at the beginning.
Now i am holding a Xoom, but i will have to return it in 21 days if I have made up my mind on picking one of them, arghhh asus really fuc*ed me up
Doesn't bode well for my delivery due on the 28th then
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Doesn't bode well for my delivery due on the 28th then
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maybe i m the minority unlucky one
Mines due on the 28th also no contact yet
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Mines due on the 28th also no contact yet
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I rang them this morning to change my delivery address, and they told me it won't change the delivery time. After a few minutes they rang me back and told me about this piece of news. FML
just went on their website, now the earliest delivery time would be 3rd of May....i am thinking of ringing them again and know about this
I suggest you email asus with your order so you are on file for the keyboard offer,I did it yesterday and they said once on file the offer was available to me even if the tablet arrives past the offer date
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I suggest you email asus with your order so you are on file for the keyboard offer,I did it yesterday and they said once on file the offer was available to me even if the tablet arrives past the offer date
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Yep. I'm going to send an email to register and then sulk if it doesn't arrive on the 28th
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I suggest you email asus with your order so you are on file for the keyboard offer,I did it yesterday and they said once on file the offer was available to me even if the tablet arrives past the offer date
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yeah i do think about this once i heard the news..
would definitely send them an email before the deadline
I've just spoken with Comet after the dreaded answer phone message. I was due for delivery this Thursday and I have been bumped to the 9th May. They informed me that all 695 pre orders are going to be moved back and that no one will recieve one before this date. Sorry all!
Asus have failed to supply the number of Transformers that were expecting.
They also have no idea of when the keyboard will be coming into stock.
try carphonewarehouse, thats where i got mine last week, they had the one with the keyboard dock ready to ship out too, as one of the rep tells me on the phone while i was ordering the tablet from him.
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try carphonewarehouse, thats where i got mine last week, they had the one with the keyboard dock ready to ship out too, as one of the rep tells me on the phone while i was ordering the tablet from him.
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just checked the carphonewarehouse online, it was out of stock at the moment...
or u mean trying in stores? u are really lucky to get one
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just checked the carphonewarehouse online, it was out of stock at the moment...
or u mean trying in stores? u are really lucky to get one
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Out of stock...Unlucky mate
Asus didn't expect this haha
I got left a message too saying that delivery had been delayed from 21st till 9th of may, emailed asus so hopefully still get the keyboard offer and also emailed comet requesting refund of delivery fee and inquiring how definite the new date is (probably won't believe any reply though).
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I got left a message too saying that delivery had been delayed from 21st till 9th of may, emailed asus so hopefully still get the keyboard offer and also emailed comet requesting refund of delivery fee and inquiring how definite the new date is (probably won't believe any reply though).
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it's free to deliver on 9th according to their website...but i doubt they would refund me than 5 quid though..
There's 2 for sale on gumtree (at least there was) might get it a bit quicker
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I got left a message too saying that delivery had been delayed from 21st till 9th of may, emailed asus so hopefully still get the keyboard offer and also emailed comet requesting refund of delivery fee and inquiring how definite the new date is (probably won't believe any reply though).
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They did that to me to. I phoned them and they have rescheduled the delivery to 3rd of May.
I had one on preorder from amazon from the 4th of April. They then bumped delviery to the 1st of June. The moment I got the email about the amazon delay I checked comet which said they had them in stock.
So I placed an order with Comet around the 12th of April. They took my money straight away and scheduled delivery for the 21st.
Had a phone call yesterday telling me they can no longer deliver on this date. Now I am sorry but to take my money and hold onto it for a week is disgusting if they dont have physical stock. my order was not a pre-order but a sale. I asked for an immediate refund and told them of their shocking behaviour.
I have always hated bying anything from DSG or comet stores and this just proves why. never again!!!
Good job I kept my pre-oder with amazon I am happy to wait until June now.
Comet sucks ass!!!
ebuyer still taking pre orders with 77 still available from 22nd april
just ordered one from laskys, claimed to be delivered on 26th.
with a quidco voucher code u would only need to pay 360.99
At the time of posting this. Ebuyer says that they have 40 in stock for next day delivery.
Regards,
Dave
I know this is not related to the galaxy tab, but have any of you io tab owners received the email for the free chromebook yet?
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I know this is not related to the galaxy tab, but have any of you io tab owners received the email for the free chromebook yet?
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free one on top of the tab? I got one because I was part of the Pilot version but you have to pay for it. @499
No it should be free for those who went to I/O. The emails has not been sent out yet. (at least not for me.)
I did however get an email to buy one earlier today since I was a part of the pilot program.
Nah I haven't gotten mine yet either. I did get one of those invites to the "early access" but it's still 499$. Looking forward to when we get our I/O emails.
I'm pretty sure they haven't started going out yet. I'm guess we'll see them at some point next week or maybe the week after. can't wait! do you guys think it will be some kind of voucher that we take into a store, or what? I'm hoping I can get it mailed to me since I live in canada(where chromebooks will not be sold)
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I'm pretty sure they haven't started going out yet. I'm guess we'll see them at some point next week or maybe the week after. can't wait! do you guys think it will be some kind of voucher that we take into a store, or what? I'm hoping I can get it mailed to me since I live in canada(where chromebooks will not be sold)
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I'm waiting on mine too. I assume we'll hear about it before the public launch, which is coming soon. Haven't got my email yet.
I doubt they'll give us a voucher. AFAIK Google has always mailed hardware and has never given vouchers, but who knows?
I replied to the email sent out today for the preorder and asked about it. They replied back:
Hi Nathan,
This is separate. Stay tuned for more details.
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I'm waiting on mine too. I assume we'll hear about it before the public launch, which is coming soon. Haven't got my email yet.
I doubt they'll give us a voucher. AFAIK Google has always mailed hardware and has never given vouchers, but who knows?
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I'll probably pee my pants a little if there's a laptop shaped boxed on my doorstop within the next week.
I recibe the mail today, but just send me to a preorder in glit.com, but when i access say sold out I saw the mail to late.
I better wait for the galaxy 10.1, because want a free chromium model but buy one, no way better buy other things.
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Since we announced the Chrome Notebook Pilot Program back in December, we’ve been humbled by the amount of interest that we’ve received from users like you.
We’re excited about the brand-new Samsung Chromebook that goes on sale on June 15. Fortunately, we’ve managed to get our hands on a few machines a little earlier, and we’d like to make these available to you, our biggest enthusiasts.
When you buy your Chromebook, you’ll also be getting a limited edition, custom-fit Chrome sleeve designed by Rickshaw so you can carry your new Chromebook in style.
Our good friends over at Gilt, the premier invitation-only shopping site, have agreed to put these Chromebooks up for sale -- but only for a very limited time
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I know this is not related to the galaxy tab, but have any of you io tab owners received the email for the free chromebook yet?
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No info from Google yet. I guess that June 15.. Just wondering will they send us the wifi version or 3g version + free services.
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I'm pretty sure they haven't started going out yet. I'm guess we'll see them at some point next week or maybe the week after. can't wait! do you guys think it will be some kind of voucher that we take into a store, or what? I'm hoping I can get it mailed to me since I live in canada(where chromebooks will not be sold)
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when I was in the IO, someone told me that it would be a voucher since he said that Google didn't want to do the distribution anymore.. Let's hope that they would send us a voucher and I can pick one up from a local bestbuy...
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My address has changed since I attend Google IO, I just hope that they do not send it without any notification email first since they did that with CR-48
I'm pretty sure we will get the Wifi version's as we all got the samsung verizon wifi hotspot's - useless to me as I'm in the UK but I've a 3 MiFi anyways.
roll on that chromebook email.....
Google IO Chromebook
An status update from Google regarding the Google IO 2011 attendees chromebook
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instructions will be in the inbox next week.
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My address has changed since I attend Google IO, I just hope that they do not send it without any notification email first since they did that with CR-48
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If you need to update your address you may do so by using the “Access My Registration” link that can be found in both your confirmation and bar code emails. From there you can log into your registration record and make any necessary edits.
It looks like lots of people have received their emails and ordered already, but Amazon shows 4-6 weeks delivery.
I still haven't gotten my email, and I've checked the registration site with no obvious way to order. I'm hoping they're just delaying some of the emails until Amazon / Samsung can catch up.
I placed my order last friday and amazon confirmed that my stimate shipping date is 8/3 -8/10. I even asked the IO whether we could exchange the vouchers from amazon to bestbuy. Unfortuately, the answer is no. I guess that we just need to wait a bit... Cannot complain much for freebie...
If you dont get an email about your chromebook, you can contact the IO and they do reply fair quickly..
I got my chromebook today
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I placed my order last friday and amazon confirmed that my stimate shipping date is 8/3 -8/10. I even asked the IO whether we could exchange the vouchers from amazon to bestbuy. Unfortuately, the answer is no. I guess that we just need to wait a bit... Cannot complain much for freebie...
If you dont get an email about your chromebook, you can contact the IO and they do reply fair quickly..
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Thanks for the suggestion. After quite a few emails, I think it's cleared up. They had problems with the barcode reader when it registered at IO, and had to manually print my badge. I got the tablet and hotspot at the show with no issues, but their records showed that I was not eligible for the chromebook because I didn't show up.
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ASUS Android Transformer Tablet with Optional Dock – Online Deal
ASUS 10.1-Inch Android Transformer Tablet with Optional Keyboard Docking Station (Up to 49% Off). Shipping Included.
:: sighs :: So, I'm wondering if this happened to anyone else or if I'm the victim of fraud. They, finally, shipped my ASUS and I got the shipment on Thursday, July 24, but I only received the keyboard dock. The box indicated that it was 1 of 1 and that the tablet and keyboard should both be in the box, but when I opened the box I was hearbroken to only find the keyboard dock. I, IMMEDIATELY, called Groupon Support and the customer service rep. said that they would be shipping the tablet separately and that if I haven't gotten it in 5 days I should call back. Has anyone else heard of the separate shipping? I hope they ship it and that I don't have to go after them for the tablet.
For those who ordered the tablet + dock, have you received both devices yet? If so, were they shipped separately?
Could be a simple mistake I their part. Just wait the 5 days and see what happened.
Looks like I'll wait another 5 days and hope they ship it. Here's the response I got today,
"Hi,
I'm truly sorry that you haven't received your product yet. Unfortunately, I do not have access to additional tracking information at this time. Your order is in our system and your product should arrive shortly.
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If you do not receive your product or tracking information within the next 5 business days, please let me know.
Thanks so much for your patience, and please feel free to contact me if there is anything else I can do.
Regards,
Drennen Q
Groupon Customer Support "
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Could be a simple mistake I their part. Just wait the 5 days and see what happened.
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:: SQUEE! :: IT WAS ON MY PORCH WHEN I GOT HOME! Didn't get any notification that it would be delivered today, but I'll take it and run because IT'S HERE! YES! ALL IS WELL THAT ENDS WELL! I've got it docked and charging right now. I tested out a few features and everything seems to be working just peachy.
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Looks like I'll wait another 5 days and hope they ship it. Here's the response I got today,
"Hi,
I'm truly sorry that you haven't received your product yet. Unfortunately, I do not have access to additional tracking information at this time. Your order is in our system and your product should arrive shortly.
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If you do not receive your product or tracking information within the next 5 business days, please let me know.
Thanks so much for your patience, and please feel free to contact me if there is anything else I can do.
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Ah, you're lucky. The deal was over before I even saw it.
Hey guys just thought I'd chime in. I received the dock today (via UPS), and I see in my Groupon it lists tracking info for the purchase (finally..!). The tracking must be for the tablet itself, because it is a different tracking number, and will be here in a few days. Also worth noting, the dock did not include a charger or anything other than the dock itself (in excellent condition, I might add..). I sure hope the package with the tablet itself contains a charger! good luck
Yes, the charger comes in the box with the tablet.
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Hey guys just thought I'd chime in. I received the dock today (via UPS), and I see in my Groupon it lists tracking info for the purchase (finally..!). The tracking must be for the tablet itself, because it is a different tracking number, and will be here in a few days. Also worth noting, the dock did not include a charger or anything other than the dock itself (in excellent condition, I might add..). I sure hope the package with the tablet itself contains a charger! good luck
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when I bought mine (refurb through newegg) it was a bundled deal, but they shipped 'em separately.
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If I remember correctly, the X1 version was a bundle. But I believe the Tab and dock are in separate boxes.
Bob
Black Friday 2011. 250 at best buy was my sweet deal .
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Deal is still running for 3 more days.