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PodHead
Nov 8, 2006, 01:40 PM
:D They are finally here!!! Yes, getting a new one ASAP!!:D Expected better specs, though.


bearbo
Nov 8, 2006, 01:42 PM
:D They are finally here!!! Yes, getting a new one ASAP!!:D Expected better specs, though.

hi mr. newbie, check the front page once in a while
Uselessdreamer1
Nov 8, 2006, 01:48 PM
i feel like a dumbass. i just got my macbook about a month ago and now the core 2 duo is out. wtf. is there anything i can do?
brand
Nov 8, 2006, 01:50 PM
i feel like a dumbass. i just got my macbook about a month ago and now the core 2 duo is out. wtf. is there anything i can do?

Sell it and buy one of the new C2D MBs
bearbo
Nov 8, 2006, 01:52 PM
i feel like a dumbass. i just got my macbook about a month ago and now the core 2 duo is out. wtf. is there anything i can do?

what in c2d do you want that your cd doesn't have?
bragging right doesn't count
Karpfish
Nov 8, 2006, 01:55 PM
this is crap. the blackbook is now 2ghz C2D,120(verus 80) and 1gb(versus 512mb) for the same price. Im pissed.
ksz
Nov 8, 2006, 01:59 PM
i feel like a dumbass. i just got my macbook about a month ago and now the core 2 duo is out. wtf. is there anything i can do?
If the disk space is too little, upgrade to a bigger HD.
If the memory is too little, add a bit more RAM.
If the processor is too slow, then it didn't get any slower today because of the new release and you should have bought a faster machine right away.

But the nice thing is that when you're due for a replacement machine in a few years, you'll have something far better than the new C2D MacBooks released today.

If you had bought the old MacBook yesterday or last week, I would feel for you, but not if you've lived happily with it for a month.
Uselessdreamer1
Nov 8, 2006, 02:00 PM
this is crap. the blackbook is now 2ghz C2D,120(verus 80) and 1gb(versus 512mb) for the same price. Im pissed.

exactally, im calling applecare now.
billspreston
Nov 8, 2006, 02:00 PM
this is crap. the blackbook is now 2ghz C2D,120(verus 80) and 1gb(versus 512mb) for the same price. Im pissed.

Yes, I hate when Apple provides a better deal on a new computer - that sucks.

:confused:
bearbo
Nov 8, 2006, 02:03 PM
exactally, im calling applecare now.

if you dont want to get madder.. dont call

if you call AC, and ask for replacement (on what ground? is your machine broken?) they'll just laugh at you
Uselessdreamer1
Nov 8, 2006, 02:06 PM
already calling, they seem helpful. fixing applecare prob 1st.
xfiftyfour
Nov 8, 2006, 02:07 PM
exactally, im calling applecare now.

What exactly do you think they're going to do for you?

"Oh gosh, I'm so sorry we've updated our lines. How inconsiderate of us! And without asking you first..! Shame on us - we'll ship you a brand new one right now!"
Uselessdreamer1
Nov 8, 2006, 02:08 PM
What exactly do you think they're going to do for you?

"Oh gosh, I'm so sorry we've updated our lines. How inconsiderate of us! And without asking you first..! Shame on us - we'll ship you a brand new one right now!"
worth a shot. im only hopeful
Nipz
Nov 8, 2006, 02:13 PM
Yes well happy there finally out! I have ordered a black 2GHz, 2GB RAM and 160GB HD! cant wait to get it...
xfiftyfour
Nov 8, 2006, 02:18 PM
worth a shot. im only hopeful

"worth a shot"? On a laptop you've had for a month? Perhaps if you'd made the purchase last week, THEN you'd have a leg to stand on.. But whatever, I guess you can't get what you don't ask for. :rolleyes:
Groovey
Nov 8, 2006, 02:19 PM
worth a shot. im only hopeful

Now this is exciting. Gotta stay to see how pissed off you gonna get... Or could something really impossible happen.
Uselessdreamer1
Nov 8, 2006, 02:21 PM
talking to customer relations... and hes got me on hold checking out my account.
Frankf300
Nov 8, 2006, 02:22 PM
Yes well happy there finally out! I have ordered a black 2GHz, 2GB RAM and 160GB HD! cant wait to get it...

How did you order it already? The store still says it's being updated when I check. I just checked like 3 minutes ago too.
Groovey
Nov 8, 2006, 02:25 PM
How did you order it already? The store still says it's being updated when I check. I just checked like 3 minutes ago too.

Clear your cache and refresh. And order! :D
lmalave
Nov 8, 2006, 02:26 PM
exactally, im calling applecare now.

Sorry to rail on you (actually, I'm not)
...but why the heck do you think you're entitled to a free upgrade to the latest/greatest model? WTF? What company does this? Can you name me *one* electronics company that gives their customers free upgrades when a new model comes out? I'll be waiting...

P.S. If Apple concedes even one iota to you (which I doubt they will), then I will consider that you are costing me money, since you are costing Apple money for no justifiable reason and ultimately that cost gets passed down to the consumer...
Frankf300
Nov 8, 2006, 02:29 PM
Clear your cache and refresh. And order! :D

Ooooooo haha yep, cool.
bearbo
Nov 8, 2006, 02:32 PM
Sorry to rail on you (actually, I'm not)
...but why the heck do you think you're entitled to a free upgrade to the latest/greatest model? WTF? What company does this? Can you name me *one* electronics company that gives their customers free upgrades when a new model comes out? I'll be waiting...

P.S. If Apple concedes even one iota to you (which I doubt they will), then I will consider that you are costing me money, since you are costing Apple money for no justifiable reason and ultimately that cost gets passed down to the consumer...

you know what's worse than this? the thought of that he's not the only one who think he's entitled to free upgrades... it's sick
lmalave
Nov 8, 2006, 02:34 PM
talking to customer relations... and hes got me on hold checking out my account.

Are you lying to them? Because I really don't see how you could expect anything unless you are out and out lying. And even if you lie to them that your MacBook is defective or something, at most they would replace your machine with a refurb. Core Duo model, not with one of the new Core 2 Duo models.

P.S. For the love of God please stop posting about calling Apple Care to get a freaking free upgrade. It's just raising my blood pressure. And I know if I don't wanna read about it, then I should just not read the thread. But this is just so unbelievable that I can't help myself.
iW00t
Nov 8, 2006, 02:35 PM
:D They are finally here!!! Yes, getting a new one ASAP!!:D Expected better specs, though.

Olds :)

Are you lying to them? Because I really don't see how you could expect anything unless you are out and out lying. And even if you lie to them that your MacBook is defective or something, at most they would replace your machine with a refurb. Core Duo model, not with one of the new Core 2 Duo models.

P.S. For the love of God please stop posting about calling Apple Care to get a freaking free upgrade. It's just raising my blood pressure. And I know if I don't wanna read about it, then I should just not read the thread. But this is just so unbelievable that I can't help myself.


If you truly believe in God then sleep tight! These guys will get their due desserts!
Uselessdreamer1
Nov 8, 2006, 02:38 PM
ok, update. im out of my 14 day return range, but they are letting me return. but i was thinking that its vacially going to be the same comp. so the rep is now seeing if i can get some form of credit for me.

and for those who think im a swindeler... he offered it.

he offered 50 dollars worth of credit back onto the card.
BSME
Nov 8, 2006, 02:42 PM
it appears to me the only true difference on the base model is the processor.

i'm still happy with mine. i'll be happier when it comes time to get a new iMac or MacPro and those have better options...
lmalave
Nov 8, 2006, 02:44 PM
ok, update. im out of my 14 day return range, but they are letting me return. but i was thinking that its vacially going to be the same comp. so the rep is now seeing if i can get some form of credit for me.

This sucks. Now Apple will have to sell your old computer as a refurb., costing them several hundred dollars for no reason. It's just sick. The 14 day return policy is very clearly stated. I can't believe that Apple gave in on this. :mad:
bearbo
Nov 8, 2006, 02:49 PM
that's ridiculous... apple's just gonna let you return for the full price, not even charging restocking fee?
steve_hill4
Nov 8, 2006, 02:53 PM
Perhaps I should ring and demand a new MacBook Pro since mine is now about 8 months old and they have recently released the C2D. Woner if the fact that I dropped it in Dover and it is slightly crumpled in one corner will make any difference.

On second thoughts, I'll hang on for Santa Rosa. Anyone know when that's coming, it must surely be any day now. ;)
wickedG35
Nov 8, 2006, 02:56 PM
ok, update. im out of my 14 day return range, but they are letting me return. but i was thinking that its vacially going to be the same comp. so the rep is now seeing if i can get some form of credit for me.

and for those who think im a swindeler... he offered it.

he offered 50 dollars worth of credit back onto the card.

Congrats! I side with you fully on this. It would be a different story if they bumped up the price along with the new specs, but they DID NOT. I paid $1,800 for my brothers macbook with all the extra options that come standard now a month later for $1,500? How does is that righteous of a company to do? It's not and that is why Apple is doing this for many customers, including dreamer.
Uselessdreamer1
Nov 8, 2006, 02:57 PM
Congrats! I side with you fully on this. It would be a different story if they bumped up the price along with the new specs, but they DID NOT. I paid $1,800 for my brothers macbook with all the extra options that come standard now a month later for $1,500? How does is that righteous of a company to do? It's not and that is why Apple is doing this for many customers, including dreamer.
glad someone is on my side