I just did the exact same thing. I had ordered a base 13 inch Air, I canceled the order and ordered $1594 model for about $40 more than I was going to pay for the 128gb model. Thanks to the OP!
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I just did the exact same thing. I had ordered a base 13 inch Air, I canceled the order and ordered $1594 model for about $40 more than I was going to pay for the 128gb model. Thanks to the OP!
That's funny, because I'm almost never lucky with anything. There's a first time for everything!
I'm currently trying for this with Amazon. No success so far. Have been told no by two people and that it isn't even possible. I said I read the story of someone who has done it.
Dealing with Customer Service right now. Not hopeful though. What sucks is I've purchased 4 Kindles (2 for my wife and I and 2 as gifts) all at full price. The cheaper Kindle gets the great deals.
Oh well, we'll see what happens.
m&c
I don't see how it would be possible either unless the CS rep just happened to have a KSO on hand.
I had Amazon call me. When that was unsuccessful I filled out a survey they sent my email and said my issue wasn't resolved. They called me back as a result of that survey and then said "not possible" again.
Currently online chatting (typing) with Customer Service and getting a "no" again. Says again it's not possible.
So, you sent an email?
I emailed, saying that we had a standard Kindle. I got back an unhelpful email from a CSR named Krishna giving me details on how to operate the Special Offers Kindle.
I'm trying again. I'll take a 'No" if that's the answer, but I at least want them to answer my actual question.
I'm trying again. I'll take a 'No" if that's the answer, but I at least want them to answer my actual question.
I sent an email to the Kindle division, asking if I could change my kindle to a kindle with Special Offers to get the laptop code. They said that it wasn't possible in one email, and then in another they sent me the code.
Maybe my rep did have a kindle SO on him? Because I got an official email that barely answered my question, and then the code a few minutes later.
#1. Kindle with NC Tax of ~7% is ~$123. They are not tax exempt here or anywhere else for that matter.
Great if you can buy it for only $114.
#2. BB has a $100 instant sale going on for the past 2 weeks - There is a
BB thread in here where this is being discussed already.
#3. BB gift card is for students, yes, but its not abnormal for them to not
check your student id. In other words, you just have to ask and keep
trying at different stores.Also, I forgot to mention the ~$50 reward
points you get when you spend $1400. I happened to be there this
evening and they are also crediting another $20 if you apply & use the
BB credit card. SO, even if you are not getting $100 gift card, you at
least get $70(or $50).
#4. I think > 20 states participate in the Tax Holiday. There are some of us
who happen to live in one of these states to make use of it(Although not
all states' tax come to $100. Average, for sure).
#5. OK, shipping time is weeks instead of buying it from a store and using it
right away AND good luck waiting another month or so in case you get a
lemon or need to exchange it for any other reason.
That being said, I am not new to Amazon and also happen to have a $50 gift card to be used up. But if I am getting a similar price elsewhere, I would rather take that and use my Amazon money for lot of other things that get discounted only at Amazon.
So yes, this may be a fantastic deal, for you and many here -no question about it. But there are equivalent or alternative deals that some of us can avail with a possibility of getting the laptop w/o waiting and the convenience of returning it to a physical store if you have to.
I'd feel a lot more comfortable buying or returning a laptop to Amazon than to Best Buy. Not to mention the fact that Amazon gives you 16 extra days to return.
I would jump on this deal and not think twice about jumping through BB's hoops. Anyone with an Amazon store card can also get 24 month financing. Can't do both with BB.
I would jump on this deal and not think twice about jumping through BB's hoops. Anyone with an Amazon store card can also get 24 month financing. Can't do both with BB.
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Final answer to me through online chat with Customer Service was "no, not possible, sorry". I have sent an email to Kindle Customer Support about it. Seems odd that it can be extended to some and not others. Plus, as noted by techlover828, it is counterinuitive that those people who pay full price for Kindles cannot take advantage of offers given to people who spent less on their Kindles. Not that it's about who spends more, but I think people can see how that's a little backwards; spend more with us = no deals / spend less with us = great deals.
I'll see if they get back to me on this and if anything changes.
In the bigger picture, maybe in a software update for the Kindle people who paid full price will have the option to receive/see the offers and the option to turn them off. I can understand the subsidized Kindle SO having to have the offers visible but the other Kindles should be able to opt in/out as desired. IMO.
m&c
They said that they would forward my request to the development team, but I don't know if they actually will.
Interestingly, it appears the 11" base (2/64) is no longer available. There were 13 Apples before, and now just 12.
http://www.amazon.com/s/?emi=ATVPDK...n=565108&ie=UTF8&qid=1312598679&rnid=15784691
http://www.amazon.com/s/?emi=ATVPDK...n=565108&ie=UTF8&qid=1312598679&rnid=15784691
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How odd. I've never had a problem.
I buy weekly from Amazon. I've experienced great consistency and saved loads of money. Between saving nearly 10% since they're tax free, then factor in free shipping and great deals like this. I've hardly used anyone else for the last six years. The secret to success for those who like discounts, but are not frequent customers is to keep a close watch on the sight.
For frequent buyers that spend over a certain amount monthly, I get regular advance email notifications on these deals. Like clock work Amazon comes through. I especially enjoy the fact that my purchases are all shipped FedEx overnight by 10am the next day. It makes it so easy. Tracking is flawless as well.
He's talking about the generosity of Amazon's customer service reps, not Amazon itself.
