Hi all, I am looking for Asus Transformer Pad in India. I am not sure if this was available yet, but I saw some Indian users in the section. So, I think it was available and can any one post some details here?
Thank you!
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I bought the new iPad 16gb+3g and I think it was worth for 36k and I already have One X, so I think it was a better tablet for me with a different OS.
Hi ...remember you from wp7 section of hd2 forums
Tf 300 Not launched in India..no estimated date too....got mine with a cousin from the US...bought at best buy..399 $ for tab and 149 $ for keyboard dock plus taxes...depending on the state in US..expect 8-9% tax...
You can save 50 $ if bought at microcenter store.
Great tab..it is not difficult to find a friend or relative who lives in US and is coming home next week
Well if you need tf201 (prime), it is available in India but is exorbitantly priced...rs 49,950 for tab plus dock ... if you get it from US, it will still be a 10k cheaper
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pakure said:
Hi ...remember you from wp7 section of hd2 forums
Tf 300 Not launched in India..no estimated date too....got mine with a cousin from the US...bought at best buy..399 $ for tab and 149 $ for keyboard dock plus taxes...depending on the state in US..expect 8-9% tax...
You can save 50 $ if bought at microcenter store.
Great tab..it is not difficult to find a friend or relative who lives in US and is coming home next week
Well if you need tf201 (prime), it is available in India but is exorbitantly priced...rs 49,950 for tab plus dock ... if you get it from US, it will still be a 10k cheaper
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Thanks for remembering me and thanks for the reply bro!
I don't have that choice, I don't have friends in US, but I have in Canada. But it wasn't yet released in Canada, even if it was released I have to pay some 20% extra in terms of tax. Checking with some dealers in Hyd and heard they have it, but need to confirm it.
hi dear, iam from hyderabad....i checked out with the asus dealers...none had it....if you get it, then pass over their details to me,... maybe i can get one for some friend or get some accessories
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hi dear, iam from hyderabad....i checked out with the asus dealers...none had it....if you get it, then pass over their details to me,... maybe i can get one for some friend or get some accessories
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Sure bro! I am going to get it tonight, need to see it directly whether it was from US or India. Price was 27k for 32gb only wifi. The dealer is saying that there is another 32gb version with 3g aswell. I am unaware of that.
Yes..it seems the tf300 TG (3G) model seems to have been released in some parts...well seems like 3000 rupees more for the tab, but then if you can't get it from US...that is OK.
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Is the TF300 worth buying? Planning to import a Tegra 3 tablet from US.
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Yes..it seems the tf300 TG (3G) model seems to have been released in some parts...well seems like 3000 rupees more for the tab, but then if you can't get it from US...that is OK.
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Today, I missed the chance to get one. Dealer said the stock isn't received, I don't have much details about that. I have to wait until morning. But, I am thinking about 16gb only wifi, cause it will cost me less. Any way it got a micro sd slot right? So I don't need to go for 32gb.
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Is the TF300 worth buying? Planning to import a Tegra 3 tablet from US.
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I think it was worth, cause it was cheap and best in hardware. How do u plan to import?
^^ My sister is coming home from USA in the second week of July. She will be getting it for me.
In any case, I am still not entirely decided which tablet to get. I have a budget of $800 and was planning on the Transformer Prime, but decided against it due the WiFi/GPS issues that it is plagued with. So considering the other Tegra 3 tablets namely the Transformer TF300 32GB + Dock, Acer Iconia A510 32GB and the Toshiba Excite 32GB
I think, among all the tablets TF300 is the best and cheapest.But I am not sure about build quality cause it was plasticy. Some one already using this one has to confirm
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May be you can wait for infinity...but then with dock...it will cost a little more
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Plastic is good...it helps in better wifi and GPS signals...textured back helps in good grip and no fingerprints ...some stupid fellows feel that the plastic flexes when you press hard...of course,else it would be brittle and break easily...the Tf 300 is amazing piece of hardware..
Also suggest to get the 32gb..costs only 20 $ more...the more memory the better especially when you want to play tetra 3 games ..good games take up around 500mb or more...still suggest getting also the dock...it is totally worth it for the extra battery, extra SD card, and full USB port..you can connect Ethernet adapter, mouse,Xbox or PS controllers, hard drives for your movies...and routine pen drives
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pakure said:
Plastic is good...it helps in better wifi and GPS signals...textured back helps in good grip and no fingerprints ...some stupid fellows feel that the plastic flexes when you press hard...of course,else it would be brittle and break easily...the Tf 300 is amazing piece of hardware..
Also suggest to get the 32gb..costs only 20 $ more...the more memory the better especially when you want to play tetra 3 games ..good games take up around 500mb or more...still suggest getting also the dock...it is totally worth it for the extra battery, extra SD card, and full USB port..you can connect Ethernet adapter, mouse,Xbox or PS controllers, hard drives for your movies...and routine pen drives
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Yeah, you are right. It seems more like a PC but in very portable and handy price. But in India with dock the device costs around 40k(28k + 11k). I am trying with my friend from UK. Thanks for your response bro!
I also use tf300.I am very happy with the performance.Only problem is sometimes it crashes.
tomemmanuel said:
I also use tf300.I am very happy with the performance.Only problem is sometimes it crashes.
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update to latest firmware .29 if you haven't and then try these:
1. if you use chrome browser, uninstall it...use opera mobile or ics+ browser from market
if no use, then
2. try cold boot
still not happy?
3. last ...try hard reset
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shree.cse said:
Yeah, you are right. It seems more like a PC but in very portable and handy price. But in India with dock the device costs around 40k(28k + 11k). I am trying with my friend from UK. Thanks for your response bro!
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you are from bangalore...try some colleague or friend"s brother/sister in US...
i got mine 32gb with dock for total 33,000 rs (399 +149 + tax= 595 $)
Now I am currently living in Hyderabad. I checked with my friend in Canada, it's costing me 460$ just only for the tablet including the 15% tax in Canada. So, I decided to get it from local store. You said you are from Hyd right?
I think, I have to stop posting this kind of posts in the thread, cause some moderator will lock the thread otherwise.
^^ Where are you getting it locally? I am myself in Hyderabad and the only places online that that I seen the TF300 is on eBay.in for 40k+ price for pad + dock and that too the items would be shipping from US. Its really a sad price considering that the 64GB Transformer Prime + dock is available for 44~46k with Indian warranty
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^^ Where are you getting it locally? I am myself in Hyderabad and the only places online that that I seen the TF300 is on eBay.in for 40k+ price for pad + dock and that too the items would be shipping from US. Its really a sad price considering that the 64GB Transformer Prime + dock is available for 44~46k with Indian warranty
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Transformer Prime + Pad @ 46k? Can you give some link?
I saw the the price for just the Prime @ 46k
Check this link http://www.ebay.in/itm/ASUS-Transfo...Domain_203&hash=item460398c413#ht_3855wt_1335
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shree.cse said:
Transformer Prime + Pad @ 46k? Can you give some link?
I saw the the price for just the Prime @ 46k
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http://www.grabmore.in/products/886...201-c1-gr-10-1-inch-64gb-tablet-amethyst-gray
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So with my tax refund I'm going to buy a tablet. At circuit city.com I can get an Asus transformer or an Acer A500 for the same price (refurbished). Acer has twice the memory so I'm leaning that way but what do you guys think?
That is funny you posted this b/c i was going to post one about it too.
Best Buy has new Transformers 32gb for $399. They also carry the 16gb but it is not on sale and is still $399. But this deal is only this week (til Saturday probably-b/c Sunday starts the shopping week).
Anyways, I bought the Transformer (TF101) and am nothing but totally impressed. It is easy to update, easy to root and there are some really great ROMs over there. Plus it has a keyboard dock that you can buy.
I did NOT get the Transformer Prime (TF201) b/c before I pulled the trigger, I had read, read and read some more and every time the Prime came up with a host of problems and issues, like bad Wifi, GPS, screen light bleeding. Seems that they wanted to push it out as the "first" tablet with Tegra 3 in it but forgot to fix all the other essential parts.
I got it and had it rooted within 20mins (if you get one, let me know and I'll show you the easiest way to do it). Oh and ICS comes out sometime in the next few weeks for it (they said mid-Feb).
Wow I've been. Xda type reading about tablets trying to decide if I wanna bite the bullet and buy myself a tablet also. And I was also leaning toward the Asus transformer not prime. I think with the 32 gb on sale I'm gonna get it. But I still don't know about spending this kind of money. But but I'm tired of web browsing on my little phone screen.
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Thanks for the headsup woodrube I went ahead and bought it online. Can u recommend some roms. I think I'm gonna try and Leave it stock to get firmware updates. Not used to that from my vibrant
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I'm still enchanted with that Tegra 3 Asus rumor for $249.
ok you probably saw my other thread where im panicing and my beloved TF got stolen. so now what? i think homeowners is paying it back($425).
so what do i buy now? just get one off ebay or should i wait for what Asus is releasing next?
basically i want the TF prime screen but the dedicated gps feature of the TF101.
We need you here. My vote is another TF101, but just because your presence in the forum is so uplifting and invigorating..
I would try to get a cheap ($250-$300) TF101 (16 GB) for now. I have seen the Prime screen and I was not all that impressed, other than the IPS+ for use outdoors. I rarely use mine outdoors, so I am not worried about it.
Your experience may differ, but that is what I would do.
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I would try to get a cheap ($250-$300) TF101 (16 GB) for now. I have seen the Prime screen and I was not all that impressed, other than the IPS+ for use outdoors. I rarely use mine outdoors, so I am not worried about it.
Your experience may differ, but that is what I would do.
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Agreed with this man
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I would try to get a cheap ($250-$300) TF101 (16 GB) for now. I have seen the Prime screen and I was not all that impressed, other than the IPS+ for use outdoors. I rarely use mine outdoors, so I am not worried about it.
Your experience may differ, but that is what I would do.
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I agree. the TF101 is still a great choise.
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If you don't need a tablet right away, don't mind the extra cost, and don't mind the risk of the shortages that have plagued all Asus transformer releases so far, I say wait for the TF700. The hi res, extra processing power and I would assume fixes for problems that are reported on the Prime I think make it worth the wait.
If you cannot wait or do not wanna spend the extra money, get another TF101, its still a great tablet and in my case had zero problems relating to ICS upgrade.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=23513780
Check this out
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ok i bought a 32GB TF101 and i think its B5 or B6, with keyboard dock and case etc. looked brand new.
got it for $360 plus $17 shipping off ebay
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=23577475#post23577475
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ok i bought a 32GB TF101 and i think its B5 or B6, with keyboard dock and case etc. looked brand new.
got it for $360 plus $17 shipping off ebay
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You sure it isn't the one you lost...?
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You sure it isn't the one you lost...?
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Yeah this one is 32gb my other was 16... and the serials are different. And this ebay listing started before mine was stolen
Hi All,
I posted About a Month ago, Similar Deal HERE
Well This time its EVEN BETTER !
ASUS TRANSFORMER TF101 (16 GB) is priced only $249.99 Only!
But there is A SIMPLE CATCH !
1. Click HERE and "like" Micro Center's Facebook page
2. Fill out the short form
3. You will receive a UNIQUE printable coupon for use at your nearest Micro Center location
4.In-store, find the ASUS Eee Pad Transformer 10.1" 16GB LED-Backlit Android Tablet
5. Redeem the printable coupon for a final price of $249.99 + APPLICABLE TAXES
Thnx.
this truly works got my coupon in my email just debating if i should get this or the tf300.. for 120$ more.
pomtouch said:
this truly works got my coupon in my email just debating if i should get this or the tf300.. for 120$ more.
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Yup. I was thinking the same thing. Haha.
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is that the prime you guys are talking about?
i wanted to upgrade to PRIME,
but they having lot of issues with it. so backed off.
but i tell you this TF101 is the Best Economical Out there.
It works like charm. I simply love it over my wifes Xoom and Cousins Galaxy !
Thnx man.
I had feeling about this will go for $199.99 on 1Saleaday or Dailysteals
But i guess i cant w8 no more.
you welcome man.
this is seriously awesome tab!
So looks like Best Buy will be selling a new 16GB TF300 on Black Friday for $279.00. The dock is an additional $99.00
What's new about this TF300 is that it will be black, a color that Best Buy is touting as an exclusive.
You can see it here (jump to page 15):
http://blackfriday.com/stores/best-buy/flyers/black-friday
And they will probably only have a hand full available to the few lucky people that get there first.I'm glad I have a buddy that works there
Look around for a pristine TF201 and you'll have a far better deal than the plastic body, crappy screened TF300
That to me sounds like a fair deal but not a complete door-buster.
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For $20 more, Office Depot is offering the 32gb TF 300 at $299.99 http://www.2012blackfridayads.com/officedepot/
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For $20 more, Office Depot is offering the 32gb TF 300 at $299.99 http://www.2012blackfridayads.com/officedepot/
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Yep, that's the one I ended up with. Took the 16gb back to Best Buy the next day and got the one from Office depot. 16 more gb's for $20 was a great deal. I'll be checking with Office depot from now on.
Got mine 32gig for $269. I got the manager to match the price of Groupon. They didn't know what is the difference between the 16 gig and 32 gig
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Got mine 32gig for $269. I got the manager to match the price of Groupon. They didn't know what is the difference between the 16 gig and 32 gig
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That is similar to what happened to me. I got mine from Staples and had the clerk price match to the best buy deal. It wasn't until I got home that I realized the clerk had given me the 32gb model which my local Staples was selling for $399.99. Regardless of the price, I am very happy with my purchase. This is a great tablet and I am excited to get back into the android dev world!
WM had them for 319 for two days. That's where I got mine.
Nice to see that quite a few people have purchased the tf300t.
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Got mine at Sams Club. Com, 1$ cheaper than Best Buy. SAVINGS!
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For $20 more, Office Depot is offering the 32gb TF 300 at $299.99 http://www.2012blackfridayads.com/officedepot/
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I got a similar deal off amazon. It was a 32mb for $319. The office depo deal would have been around that once you add tax. I am VERRY happy with this tablet!
In case anyone was wondering Bestbuy.com was selling the black tf300t for $279 all weekend with free shipping and they never sold out. Amazing deal! I purchased mine on monday.
I just got my $300 refurbished TF300 16GB and keyboard dock bundle from woot.com I ordered just before Black Friday.
Hate to say it, but I'm kinda regretting the purchase. Unfortunately after using higher DPI 7 inch tablets and an iPad 3, I am struggling with the fonts on the TF300. It's not just web browsing, but fonts almost everywhere look terrible. Twitter is making my eyes bleed.
And the tablet is surprisingly slower than I expected. I set it to performance mode, but couldn't see a difference.
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I just got my $300 refurbished TF300 16GB and keyboard dock bundle from woot.com I ordered just before Black Friday.
Hate to say it, but I'm kinda regretting the purchase. Unfortunately after using higher DPI 7 inch tablets and an iPad 3, I am struggling with the fonts on the TF300. It's not just web browsing, but fonts almost everywhere look terrible. Twitter is making my eyes bleed.
And the tablet is surprisingly slower than I expected. I set it to performance mode, but couldn't see a difference.
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Now that's strange because mine are great. I'm also running a custom ROM with an overclocked kernel and my tablet is fast as can be. I'm getting some great benchmark scores too.
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Now that's strange because mine are great. I'm also running a custom ROM with an overclocked kernel and my tablet is fast as can be. I'm getting some great benchmark scores too.
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I have compared the tf300 to an Amazon kindle fire (which has a damn high pixel density)
I prefer the screen on the tf300
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I have compared the tf300 to an Amazon kindle fire (which has a damn high pixel density)
I prefer the screen on the tf300
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DPI on the Kindle Fire isn't that good either. You mean the Fire HD? I have the Fire HD and to the screen is a helluva lot better on that the TF300.
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Now that's strange because mine are great. I'm also running a custom ROM with an overclocked kernel and my tablet is fast as can be. I'm getting some great benchmark scores too.
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Yeah, I'm gonna need to get a custom ROM and kernel on this. Stock experience is pretty slow for something with a Tegra 3 in it.
Kindle fire and the iPad 2 have same dpi
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Is this tab a good deal for $279? Its the 16gb version norm price is $379. I just wanna make sure everything works well. Any problems with this tab? I have the Lenovo Ideapad K1 and the biggest problem I have with it, is its has horrible WiFi signal and I haven't seen any WiFi issues with this tab. But I did notice that this tab doesn't have gorilla glass. So I also want to make sure the glass doesn't get to scratched easily and that its sensitive enough.
Thanks, Dev
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Good luck actually getting one, but I think it sounds like a good deal. Remember this does have expandable memory, so really internal storage isn't a huge problem. I had the transformer prime for a while, loved it, but couldn't justify the expense so I returned it. This thing is the exact same device with a plastic back and slightly lower res screen If this sale is going on cyber Monday too I'm certainly snagging one.
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Is this tab a good deal for $279? Its the 16gb version norm price is $379. I just wanna make sure everything works well. Any problems with this tab? I have the Lenovo Ideapad K1 and the biggest problem I have with it, is its has horrible WiFi signal and I haven't seen any WiFi issues with this tab. But I did notice that this tab doesn't have gorilla glass. So I also want to make sure the glass doesn't get to scratched easily and that its sensitive enough.
Thanks, Dev
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Newegg has the 32gig for 299.99....
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It sounds like a good deal to me. I'd run with it. I have the 32 GB version, with another 32 GB micro SD card. I paid $297 for mine on the no tax weekend at Micro Center in St. Louis. These were on clearance. I've had 4 tablets already, the Acer Iconia 500, the iPad 2, the Galaxy Tab 2, and this one. I've enjoyed this one more than all the others.
Today, a boss of mine, that I see once a year, came in, and noticed he had an iPad with him. I really wanted to say to him, "So, you got a pretentious hunk of junk, huh?" But I figured that would hurt his feelings.
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Thanks guys for your input! I forgot to mention that I can order it online! So I think I might order one! I have plenty of external micro SD cards so storage space isn't a big deal for me.
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Thanks guys for your input! I forgot to mention that I can order it online! So I think I might order one! I have plenty of external micro SD cards so storage space isn't a big deal for me.
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When will it be available at that price online? Next Friday only or the following Monday? I wanna snatch one as well.
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When will it be available at that price online? Next Friday only or the following Monday? I wanna snatch one as well.
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I think the Thursday before but I can't remember. I'll have to check when I get home.
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Newegg has the 32gig for 299.99....
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And Office Depot's two day Black Friday sale is the same - - 32 gb for $299.99 http://www.2012blackfridayads.com/officedepot/
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Newegg has the 32gig for 299.99....
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New Egg has it up to 349.99, but Walmart has it a 319.99 right now. I am going to get Best Buy to price match and will pick it up in store today. http://www.walmart.com/ip/Asus-TF30...-Cream-Sandwich-Operating-System-Red/21104522
You can get the 32Gb version at Walmart for 319. You can't walk in the store and get it for that though. You have to pay for it online and then go get it. I just did that.
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You can get the 32Gb version at Walmart for 319. You can't walk in the store and get it for that though. You have to pay for it online and then go get it. I just did that.
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I got it by calling best buy customer support then picked up in store. Liking it so far for the most part other than some apps not being compatible.
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http://1saleaday.com/wireless/ has the 32GB TFT300 for $279.99, 4.99 S&H, plus no sales tax for most.
TigerDirect.com has the TF300T 16GB for $229.99. Can't beat that deal.
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TigerDirect.com has the TF300T 16GB for $229.99. Can't beat that deal.
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I couldn't find that price on tigerdirect.com. I saw it for 329.can you post the link where you saw if for 229?
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If you don't mind refurbished, the TF300 16GB and Keyboard dock together are $300 today on Woot.com.
http://www.woot.com/offers/asus-10-1-tablet-keyboard-dock
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I couldn't find that price on tigerdirect.com. I saw it for 329.can you post the link where you saw if for 229?
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Same here...sure would like the link so could pick it up at Bestbuy and not hassle with Black Friday crowds! Like the $299 OfficeDepot price for the 32GB but w/sd card don't think I need the add'l 16GB. Other than production apps that can't use SD storage, any major benefit for getting the 32Gb model?
Also (and new thread likely best, but...) this'll be my first tablet. Mostly for multimedia, browsing, e-books, & general game playing - considering Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 too. Though Galaxy might(?) have a better multimedia experience (not so much into the Galaxy's "extra" GUI), but TF300T seems to have better multimedia & overall performance. Am I losing much if any on graphics & sound in going for the better performance? Sorry, I know it's been discussed some elsewhere, but need some additional thoughts to help me know I'm not making the wrong choice!
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Same here...sure would like the link so could pick it up at Bestbuy and not hassle with Black Friday crowds! Like the $299 OfficeDepot price for the 32GB but w/sd card don't think I need the add'l 16GB. Other than production apps that can't use SD storage, any major benefit for getting the 32Gb model?
Also (and new thread likely best, but...) this'll be my first tablet. Mostly for multimedia, browsing, e-books, & general game playing - considering Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 too. Though Galaxy might(?) have a better multimedia experience (not so much into the Galaxy's "extra" GUI), but TF300T seems to have better multimedia & overall performance. Am I losing much if any on graphics & sound in going for the better performance? Sorry, I know it's been discussed some elsewhere, but need some additional thoughts to help me know I'm not making the wrong choice!
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My advice is to make sure you can return it just in case you're not happy with it. I/O issue plagues most of current Asus pads so in the end, lower price may not justify the frustration. Again you might be ok with it but just in case.
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aznmode said:
My advice is to make sure you can return it just in case you're not happy with it. I/O issue plagues most of current Asus pads so in the end, lower price may not justify the frustration. Again you might be ok with it but just in case.
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Good point - just checked with Office Depot and they do give 14 days to return it for a full refund. So that shouldn't be a problem...
As for the I/O issue, how prevalent is it? I did a quick search and did find some references. This has me greatly concerned and if it's that big problem of a problem, then about only alternative is the Galaxy Tab 2 10.1. But being a dual core, was worried it'd be noticeably slow in running apps, browsing/viewing multimedia, etc. Did like some aspects of the Galaxy, but was really leaning towards the TF300T.
Just came across one XDA thread from August discussing ASUS working on fixing this and the OTA 4.0.4 greatly helped the benchmarks. Is it possible a new kernel or update has corrected the issues at this point? Another in September mentioned using a custom ROM...I plan on rooting it, though just as with my EVO3D thought I'd stay with the stock rooted ROM. I'd figure this an option to help correct the problem if I do encounter it (and if necessary, run a different ROM)?
Lastly, how difficult is it to root?
Thanks much for the insights!!
Can you get the Black version only at BB? I would love to get that one but online for $279..
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Can you get the Black version only at BB? I would love to get that one but online for $279..
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I noticed on the Office Depot Black Friday ad that they have the TF300T 32Gb for $299.99 (advertised as blue so may not be the black you want). Some items are available for sale online tomorrow - Update: turns out have to go to the store on Friday morning to get this deal. I know it's an extra $20 and quite possibly blue, but still a good deal...
And yes, after reading more I feel less wary of the i/o issue. Some had encountered it, others not and seemed that OTA updates (possibly moving from ICS to Jelly Bean) helped. Plus rooting and running a custom ROM is another option or worst case, bring it back...
Looks like another round of learning regarding unlocking the bootloader and rooting. Was reading a bit about being able to do OTA updates if rooted (but not unlocked), and restoring root after. Seems to me on my EVO3D doing OTA's after unlocking & rooting weren't recommended, and that may be the case here too? I do have to go back and do more reading on these topics!