It seems like the SR mbp have the purplish backlit keyboard and the new look mbp looks like bluish light.
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anyone have a 17" MBP ship yet? (EDIT: sexy pics on p.3)
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It seems like the SR mbp have the purplish backlit keyboard and the new look mbp looks like bluish light.
Oooohhhhh yeeeeeaaaaaahhhh says the Kool-Aid Man
So excited right now. My first day of possible shipping was this last Friday, but it came and went. I was hurting, so sad.
But on Saturday it was prepared to ship and then about an hour ago, it was shipped.
Got my tracking number and all. Supposed to be here by Wednesday, since they hooked me up with free 2-3 day shipping.
The next three days will be the longest days. Considering I am sitting here with my new Booq Sleeve, my new messenger bag, my new AEBS as well as 4GB Ram from OWC.
Me and a bunch of parts that can't do anything. They wanna play, I wanna play.
Here is too happy waiting.
edit: I had to wait a week and half since ordering on March 5th, not too bad I guess.
So excited right now. My first day of possible shipping was this last Friday, but it came and went. I was hurting, so sad.
But on Saturday it was prepared to ship and then about an hour ago, it was shipped.
Got my tracking number and all. Supposed to be here by Wednesday, since they hooked me up with free 2-3 day shipping.
The next three days will be the longest days. Considering I am sitting here with my new Booq Sleeve, my new messenger bag, my new AEBS as well as 4GB Ram from OWC.
Me and a bunch of parts that can't do anything. They wanna play, I wanna play.
Here is too happy waiting.
edit: I had to wait a week and half since ordering on March 5th, not too bad I guess.
Mine shipped Friday afternoon (early morning for Shanghai) and has already been through Alaska and is now in TN. 
I've got my 4g ( OWC ) and my incase case as well as some stickers for the back, and my Logic Studio (for school)...just waiting.
I've got my 4g ( OWC ) and my incase case as well as some stickers for the back, and my Logic Studio (for school)...just waiting.
Can you post links to your sleeve and messenger bag combo? I'm in the market to find the right combo for my new mbp 17" thats arriving soon. I need room for some textbooks as well. Not interested in backpacks. Thanks
Some Links for You
I got this nice protective sleeve/case for my new MBP 17"
I did a lot of reading reviews and research to find the best one for me. And this sleeve/case comes highly recommended, plus it easily fits inside any messenger bag or backpack.
Here is the link to the Booq Sleeve/Case
Vyper XL2
I got a messenger bag, that is perfect fit for the 17", and accesories, but don't think it has adequate room for textbooks, but here is the link any
Messenger Bag
I got this nice protective sleeve/case for my new MBP 17"
I did a lot of reading reviews and research to find the best one for me. And this sleeve/case comes highly recommended, plus it easily fits inside any messenger bag or backpack.
Here is the link to the Booq Sleeve/Case
Vyper XL2
I got a messenger bag, that is perfect fit for the 17", and accesories, but don't think it has adequate room for textbooks, but here is the link any
Messenger Bag
Thanks for the links. I'm liking that Vyper XL2. Looks as though it'll protect my $2,800 investment well. Unsure about the messenger bag, though.
Mini-hijack over, lol
ummm......i just wanted to ask why couldnt you guys just go to the apple store and buy it there it will be faster
I'm a developer and ordered through the hardware discount store. Plus, it's a custom config.
FYI, ordered 3/3, shipped Sat. from Shanghai, in Newark this morning, TBD 3/19. It appears they delivered a range of orders to FedEx on the same truck.
custom
Bigger and faster, custom and configuration. I looked for the first few days, but no one was carrying a 2.6 17" hi-res in store. If they would have I would have jumped on it.
ummm......i just wanted to ask why couldnt you guys just go to the apple store and buy it there it will be faster
Bigger and faster, custom and configuration. I looked for the first few days, but no one was carrying a 2.6 17" hi-res in store. If they would have I would have jumped on it.
No Prob
No problem man, the Vyper XL2 will definitely do the job. I love it. Yeah the messenger not for everybody, but definitely sturdy and padded. Whatever you decide, the Vyper will just added extra protection to it.
No problem man, the Vyper XL2 will definitely do the job. I love it. Yeah the messenger not for everybody, but definitely sturdy and padded. Whatever you decide, the Vyper will just added extra protection to it.
ummm......i just wanted to ask why couldnt you guys just go to the apple store and buy it there it will be faster
No 2.5 17" Hi-res in stock at apple store, otherwise, I would have had it. Mine is shipping too. No estimated arrival date yet. Although, it shipped on the 16th. with 2 to 3 day shipping. we'll see.
woo hoo, mine finally shipped yesterday too (with a 3/7 order date from EPP store, not consumer). i think the label was created and it was waiting for monday morning, but none the less it's now out of shanghai. my estimated delivery date: 3/19 (wednesday). thank goodness my business trip was pushed to next week or it would of been another week of waiting.
and to an earlier posters comments about buying at the apple store, don't waste your time. i've called the 4 stores in georgia, 1 in alabama, soho and 5th ave in new york, north michigan ave in chicago, san fran and 2 in LA and NOT ONE of those stores has had the 17" hi-res with 2.6 or 2.5 proc. until LA and 5th Ave start getting them, i doubt any other stores will get them as they usually get them first. Now that lead times are getting smaller (from 7-10 days to 2-4 days), I would expect they'll start showing up in the next week or so, but again only in the 2.6 configuration in the apple store, so you're looking at $3100+.
ciao,
mike.
and to an earlier posters comments about buying at the apple store, don't waste your time. i've called the 4 stores in georgia, 1 in alabama, soho and 5th ave in new york, north michigan ave in chicago, san fran and 2 in LA and NOT ONE of those stores has had the 17" hi-res with 2.6 or 2.5 proc. until LA and 5th Ave start getting them, i doubt any other stores will get them as they usually get them first. Now that lead times are getting smaller (from 7-10 days to 2-4 days), I would expect they'll start showing up in the next week or so, but again only in the 2.6 configuration in the apple store, so you're looking at $3100+.
ciao,
mike.
woo hoo, mine finally shipped yesterday too (with a 3/7 order date from EPP store, not consumer). i think the label was created and it was waiting for monday morning, but none the less it's now out of shanghai. my estimated delivery date: 3/19 (wednesday). thank goodness my business trip was pushed to next week or it would of been another week of waiting.
and to an earlier posters comments about buying at the apple store, don't waste your time. i've called the 4 stores in georgia, 1 in alabama, soho and 5th ave in new york, north michigan ave in chicago, san fran and 2 in LA and NOT ONE of those stores has had the 17" hi-res with 2.6 or 2.5 proc. until LA and 5th Ave start getting them, i doubt any other stores will get them as they usually get them first. Now that lead times are getting smaller (from 7-10 days to 2-4 days), I would expect they'll start showing up in the next week or so, but again only in the 2.6 configuration in the apple store, so you're looking at $3100+.
ciao,
mike.
Just picked mine up last night in Omaha. I exchanged my 15" ultimate for the 17. The hires display is worth it. By the way, the speakers in this notebook are awesome!
it's almost here
My 2.6 17" Matte finally shipped Saturday the 15th. Says it will be here by Wednesday the 19th. They gave me the 2-3 day shipping for free.
That is a whole one day earlier than apple had told me for my earliest receive date. Very very excited.
FYI: It was ordered on March 5th. So I should receive it exactly two weeks to the date I ordered it.
My 2.6 17" Matte finally shipped Saturday the 15th. Says it will be here by Wednesday the 19th. They gave me the 2-3 day shipping for free.
That is a whole one day earlier than apple had told me for my earliest receive date. Very very excited.
FYI: It was ordered on March 5th. So I should receive it exactly two weeks to the date I ordered it.
wow, federal express works fast. from shanghai to atlanta in a day. nice. hopefully my next update will say, 'out for delivery'. if so, i'll get it a day early and essentially, next day delivery.
Mar 18, 2008 5:43 AM
At dest sort facility
HAPEVILLE, GA 30320 US
4:43 AM
Departed FedEx location
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46241 US
12:59 AM
Arrived at FedEx location
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46241 US
Mar 17, 2008 4:40 PM
Departed FedEx location
ANCHORAGE, AK 99502 US
1:39 PM
Arrived at FedEx location
ANCHORAGE, AK 99502 US
9:08 PM
In transit
SHANGHAI, 201202 CN
9:51 AM
Left origin
SHANGHAI, 200336 CN
9:28 AM
Picked up
SHANGHAI, 200336 CN
Mar 16, 2008 11:25 AM
Package data transmitted to FedEx
Mar 18, 2008 5:43 AM
At dest sort facility
HAPEVILLE, GA 30320 US
4:43 AM
Departed FedEx location
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46241 US
12:59 AM
Arrived at FedEx location
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46241 US
Mar 17, 2008 4:40 PM
Departed FedEx location
ANCHORAGE, AK 99502 US
1:39 PM
Arrived at FedEx location
ANCHORAGE, AK 99502 US
9:08 PM
In transit
SHANGHAI, 201202 CN
9:51 AM
Left origin
SHANGHAI, 200336 CN
9:28 AM
Picked up
SHANGHAI, 200336 CN
Mar 16, 2008 11:25 AM
Package data transmitted to FedEx
tracking ?
Hi all,
I have got an email from apple telling me my 17 mbp has shipped, and should be with me next week (i'm in the uk, and its easter weekend). I ordered on the 18 March.
Where/what is the tracking number? So I can check on its progress?
All I have on my order is:
A number starting with W
An invoice number
and various detail like:
Shipped
Shipped on: Mar 18, 2008
Estimated Delivery: 28 Mar, 2008 - 01 Apr, 2008
Shipping method: Fast Ship (EMEA)
I've tried putting anything that looks like it could be a number into UPS but nothing is found, is this because UPS is not being used?
TIA
bg
Hi all,
I have got an email from apple telling me my 17 mbp has shipped, and should be with me next week (i'm in the uk, and its easter weekend). I ordered on the 18 March.
Where/what is the tracking number? So I can check on its progress?
All I have on my order is:
A number starting with W
An invoice number
and various detail like:
Shipped
Shipped on: Mar 18, 2008
Estimated Delivery: 28 Mar, 2008 - 01 Apr, 2008
Shipping method: Fast Ship (EMEA)
I've tried putting anything that looks like it could be a number into UPS but nothing is found, is this because UPS is not being used?
TIA
bg
found it, its was printed on the bottom of the invoice, which I couldn't see unless I printed it.
BTW if anyone have trouble tracking their beast - this site http://www.apecode.com/appletrack/ is useful and this comment is even better http://www.apecode.com/appletrack/viewtopic.php?id=599
Mines still in Shanghai
Date Time Location Status
18 Mar 2008 22:23 Shanghai Shipped From Originating Depot
18 Mar 2008 22:16 Shanghai Consignment Received At Transit Point
18 Mar 2008 21:58 Shanghai Consignment Received At Transit Point
Only another WEEK left!!
BTW if anyone have trouble tracking their beast - this site http://www.apecode.com/appletrack/ is useful and this comment is even better http://www.apecode.com/appletrack/viewtopic.php?id=599
Mines still in Shanghai
Date Time Location Status
18 Mar 2008 22:23 Shanghai Shipped From Originating Depot
18 Mar 2008 22:16 Shanghai Consignment Received At Transit Point
18 Mar 2008 21:58 Shanghai Consignment Received At Transit Point
Only another WEEK left!!
Does the 17" hi res mbp have the same symptoms as the 15" penryn with the right fan noise buzzing??
what the heck!
FedEx says...
Mar 18, 2008 4:10 AM In transit INDIANAPOLIS, IN
Simple Tracking says....
3/18/2008 4:10:00 AM INDIANAPOLIS, IN, US Held at Sort Facility
Which do I believe?? Normally FedEx says "Departed FedEx location" when it leaves. I had a friend who lives in the same city as me have his mbp get to Indianapolis at the same time as me, but his is already in Memphis and mine is stuck. It better still get here like FedEx says.
FedEx says...
Mar 18, 2008 4:10 AM In transit INDIANAPOLIS, IN
Simple Tracking says....
3/18/2008 4:10:00 AM INDIANAPOLIS, IN, US Held at Sort Facility
Which do I believe?? Normally FedEx says "Departed FedEx location" when it leaves. I had a friend who lives in the same city as me have his mbp get to Indianapolis at the same time as me, but his is already in Memphis and mine is stuck. It better still get here like FedEx says.
Yes, but it does not seem to be as noticeable. In fact, in either case you really have to put your ear to the speaker to really notice it. With the 15" I could sit in bed in dead silence and barely even notice it. It even might have been me ears just playing tricks on me. In either case, it seems even less on the 17". I just exchanged my 15 MBP Ultimate for the 17 Hires Ultimate last night. I've decided to stop looking for defects and just enjoy!