angry angry angry I JUST bought an 80gig iPod 3 weeks ago. If I had known this was coming out, at $100 cheaper, I would have waited and picked this one or the new iTouch. Having been a long-time Apple customer [from the SE to now], I feel betrayed.I realize that this is a business, but why cant they give good customers a hint that a brand new version is in the offing within the VERY near future? I am going to stick with my purchase instead of selling it as a few friends have suggested. But whenever I think about it I get angry all over again. Please excuse my venting. angry angry angry I JUST bought an 80gig iPod 3 weeks ago. If I had known this was coming out, at $100 cheaper, I would have waited and picked this one or the new iTouch. Having been a long-time... » Read More angry angry angry I JUST bought an 80gig iPod 3 weeks ago. If I had known this was coming out, at $100 cheaper, I would have waited and picked this one or the new iTouch. Having been a long-time Apple customer [from the SE to now], I feel betrayed.I realize that this is a business, but why cant they give good customers a hint that a brand new version is in the offing within the VERY near future? I am going to stick with my purchase instead of selling it as a few friends have suggested. But whenever I think about it I get angry all over again. Please excuse my venting. « Show Less
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To the OP:Apple routinely unveils new products and upgrades in early September every year. Buying an iPod in August when there was a very real potential of an upgrade coming out in Sept (the old ipods hadn't been updated in 2 years) was a bad move, obviously. oh well- obviously that ipod is worth $350 to you so it's not like you lose anything from it- you just missed out on a better deal. You'll know better next time.
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I understand your frustration... and so can all those people who shelled out $600 (or more) for a new iPhone, only to see the price drop $200. Apple smoothed it over a tiny bit by issuing them a $100 Apple Store credit. Whoopee.Imagine the poor saps who paid well over retail for the iPhone just to have one of the first ones?
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haha go ahead and vent :)If I were you I would just wait. But dont buy the AppleCare for your 80gig. Just use it till it dies and isnt covered by warranty, and get whichever new one comes out. However next time check out macrumors and they have a buying guide, it shows you the past "update" history of the various mac products and gives you a small bit of advice on wether to buy or not. I'm going to stick with my 30gb for now too. Maybe give it to a family memeber later and buy a new one later :)
350162
If it is in good condition you should be able to return it for the full purchase price. Then you can buy different one.
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If you think you feel bad? Try being an owner of a 80gb iPod and then having it stolen from your vehicle. Hey! S..T happens, and you have to learn to take the good with the bad. I was taken for $350.00, but I didn't go out and buy a new iPod right away. My patience paid off, now I can go get another 80gb with new added features and for a cheaper price.
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You were happy to buy it for the price you paid, but are unhappy other people get it cheaper???If you didn't want to pay the price you did, you could have waited knowning that the price of all technology drops. The rumours were out there as well - you just needed to do some searching.Would you have been grumpy if they waited another few months? If not, you should ask yourself if those extra months are the difference between you being happy or being angry.
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I did the same thing and took it back last night. Since there was a 30 day return policy they took it with no questions asked. Try the retailer you purchased it from.
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I think you sumed it up well. Seems like most of the business world is just waiting for the small supplies of the iTouch to be let out of the Apple warehouse. I talked again to the manager at Best Buy and he said they have no idea ahead of time what they will get. My guess is Amazon is in the same sitution. I have gotten items from Amazon also for years and a similiar thing came up when the HP or it was then Compaq iPaq PDA's first came out, the supply was way more then what was produced. This was the first really vague email response I had received from Amazon, usually they are pretty good. Hopefully Apple will get these things out the door fast !
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It isn't that easy. There wasn't anything very helpful online. If you kept your receipt it may be noted in the product description. I didn't find an answer so just guessed (and lucked out). Also you might your Apple store. Good luck!
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I think you're getting a bit too excited. All electronic products phase out for the new.The product is good in all ways. As far as accessories, it comes with an AC adapter. I got a case for it at a sound store for around $5 that works well. I bought some Sony earbuds that blow away the ones that come with it. I also bought a VRFM8 from Walmart that is an FM transmitter, to play the Zen to your car radio.The only thing I can imagine that is left is a car charger. (I just bought one on Ebay for $8. I think that's everything.) Plus, it doubles as an external hard drive for backups and such. I'm a happy camper with it. I think you're getting a bit too excited. All electronic products phase out for the new.The product is good in all ways. As far as accessories, it comes with an AC adapter. I got a case for it at a sound store for around $5 that works well. I bought some Sony earbuds that blow away the ones that come with it. I also bought a VRFM8 from Walmart that is an FM transmitter, to play the Zen to your car radio.The only thing I can imagine that is left is a car charger. (I just bought one on Ebay for $8. I think that's everything.) Plus, it doubles as an external hard drive for backups... » Read More I think you're getting a bit too excited. All electronic products phase out for the new.The product is good in all ways. As far as accessories, it comes with an AC adapter. I got a case for it at a sound store for around $5 that works well. I bought some Sony earbuds that blow away the ones that come with it. I also bought a VRFM8 from Walmart that is an FM transmitter, to play the Zen to your car radio.The only thing I can imagine that is left is a car charger. (I just bought one on Ebay for $8. I think that's everything.) Plus, it doubles as an external hard drive for backups and such. I'm a happy camper with it. « Show Less
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No. My understanding it was new non owned. I had problems within 60 days had to go to Apple Store and found out a Bobbie owned It before had same problem I was having. Was not happy. Was going to be 199.00 to replace it. I would not buy from this seller again. FRAUD....
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As of March 3rd... Apple has shipped some from their online store and local stores have had some limited inventory. I asked Sunday afternoon at my local Apple store. They had two being used on display and said that they had sold some but no longer had any in inventory. The Apple online store indicates that they ship within 5-7 business days. I predict it will take a little while yet before Amazon starts to fulfill orders.As of March 15... Local Apple store still did not have any in stock. I do note that the 1TB version is soldout at BestBuy and they have dropped the price from $499 to $424, the 500GB version is also sold out at BestBuy and has price dropped from $299 to $254. As of March 3rd... Apple has shipped some from their online store and local stores have had some limited inventory. I asked Sunday afternoon at my local Apple store. They had two being used on display and said that they had sold some but no longer had any in inventory. The Apple online store indicates that they ship within 5-7 business days. I predict it will take a little while yet before Amazon starts to fulfill orders.As of March 15... Local Apple store still did not have any in stock. I do note that the 1TB version is soldout at BestBuy and they have dropped the price from... » Read More As of March 3rd... Apple has shipped some from their online store and local stores have had some limited inventory. I asked Sunday afternoon at my local Apple store. They had two being used on display and said that they had sold some but no longer had any in inventory. The Apple online store indicates that they ship within 5-7 business days. I predict it will take a little while yet before Amazon starts to fulfill orders.As of March 15... Local Apple store still did not have any in stock. I do note that the 1TB version is soldout at BestBuy and they have dropped the price from $499 to $424, the 500GB version is also sold out at BestBuy and has price dropped from $299 to $254. « Show Less
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forget it man, i requested a couple of times already, their "Catalog Department" didn't even bother to response my emails. get it from apple store, it comes with a free ipod touch too.
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I gave up on Amazon. Canceled my order (Preordered Feb 17th). I stopped by the local Apple store and picked one up that they had in stock. It sucks that i had to pay tax, but at least now i have it. I'm guessing Apple is to blame on this mess. It's seems that they're only selling them directly, and denying them to other stores like Amazon. :-/
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I have the same question....I bought mine 2 years ago for $51...now it's $400+? I wanted to buy one for a friend who loved mine...I was willing to spend up to $75 for a gift..but $400? No way
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I ordered one on Nov.30..I got a similar story.I`m not really in any hurry.Yea,I`d like it sooner,but no big deal.Amazon has worked out well for other purchases.I`m just hoping it works out OK.It`s always tough when you have to wait. Update: I got the same story as Steve. Would have been nice,but I`ll pick out something else.
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I just checked out the Amazon listing, its changed now !Apple iTouch 16 GBAvailability: In Stock. Ships from and sold by J&R; Music and Computer World. So maybe they are shipping ?Opps you probably are right T.Osterhout, I forgot the world revolves around China....
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I have the 3rd generation (new one) 32 GB IPOD Touch. Works great with this unit.Only problem. The IPOD played perfectly with the default dock adapter, but is a little jiggly. I took that adapter out and replaced it with the one that came with my IPOD. I could not get enough clearance. The IPOD wouldn't make the connection - wouldn't play. I replaced it with the adapter it came with. No one else has this complaint. Plays great music. Also, it's my understanding that the 2nd and 3rd gen IPOD Touch are identical physically, so it shouldn't be a problem. To be safe, this is available in store at Target for $79. 90 day return policy. I have the 3rd generation (new one) 32 GB IPOD Touch. Works great with this unit.Only problem. The IPOD played perfectly with the default dock adapter, but is a little jiggly. I took that adapter out and replaced it with the one that came with my IPOD. I could not get enough clearance. The IPOD wouldn't make the connection - wouldn't play. I replaced it with the adapter it came with. No one else has this complaint. Plays great music. Also, it's my understanding that the 2nd and 3rd gen IPOD Touch are identical physically, so it shouldn't be a problem. To be safe,... » Read More I have the 3rd generation (new one) 32 GB IPOD Touch. Works great with this unit.Only problem. The IPOD played perfectly with the default dock adapter, but is a little jiggly. I took that adapter out and replaced it with the one that came with my IPOD. I could not get enough clearance. The IPOD wouldn't make the connection - wouldn't play. I replaced it with the adapter it came with. No one else has this complaint. Plays great music. Also, it's my understanding that the 2nd and 3rd gen IPOD Touch are identical physically, so it shouldn't be a problem. To be safe, this is available in store at Target for $79. 90 day return policy. « Show Less
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I purchased the IPod Touch 8Gb 2nd gen, thru eBay, from them on Oct 3. It arrived on Oct. 9. I live in the western US. It was brand new and sealed, just like it comes from the Apple Store. Got a smoking deal. Very pleased.
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I put in an order within what I assume is minutes after this listing hit Amazon. While my order on the Web site has no time frame, it says March 19 when viewed on the iPhone Amazon app. Best guess or just weirdness? The fact that they merged this topic with topics from the 15" models implies there's some amount of forward movement at least. I assume though that Apple won't start shipping to third-parties until they've taken care of their direct customers. I doubt Amazon is hiding anything, I just don't think Apple has given them any real information.
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I recently bought the 8GB Nano from Amazon and returned it within a week due to the problems you describe. I thought I was the only one. 8GB Nano would freeze up at least once a day, and would sometimes turn on unexpectedly (when it was turned off and I would just pick it up) with a solid white screen that would not turn off and would not respond to button presses - I would have to reset it. I was so disappointed with my ipod experience that I requested a refund (rather than a replacment) so I can buy a competitor's product. I am jaded about Apple/iPod now.
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I ordered a 16g iPod touch from them last week, and it is on it's way on time. I had originally ordered the touch through amazon, but after the shipping date kept changing, I cancelled and went with datavis.com. I had $300 in amazon gift certificates, so I wanted to shop through amazon or one of their storefronts. UPS says I should have the iPod by Friday, so we'll see. I have my fingers crossed. I think a lot of times people only post their negative experiences on those ratings sites. At least with ebay, you are "reminded" over and over to leave your feedback.
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I absolutely agree with the OP.This is the most advanced MP3 player on the planet, and to ship it with 16GB Flash instead of an 80 or 160GB microdrive, like the classic has, was stupid IMHO.It would have also been considerably cheaper with a 160GB drive instead of 16GB of Flash.I have a 2nd Gen iPod and a 1st gen 4GB Nano, both still in perfect condition. The Touch was to be my next purchase, but now I'm just not so sure any more.To be totally honest, the 160GB iPod Classic is a FAR better buy. It's cheaper, has 10 times the storage, has the same new interface and OS, and lasts 40 hours per charge.Apple has made my decision WAY too hard. I absolutely agree with the OP.This is the most advanced MP3 player on the planet, and to ship it with 16GB Flash instead of an 80 or 160GB microdrive, like the classic has, was stupid IMHO.It would have also been considerably cheaper with a 160GB drive instead of 16GB of Flash.I have a 2nd Gen iPod and a 1st gen 4GB Nano, both still in perfect condition. The Touch was to be my next purchase, but now I'm just not so sure any more.To be totally honest, the 160GB iPod Classic is a FAR better buy. It's cheaper, has 10 times the storage, has the... » Read More I absolutely agree with the OP.This is the most advanced MP3 player on the planet, and to ship it with 16GB Flash instead of an 80 or 160GB microdrive, like the classic has, was stupid IMHO.It would have also been considerably cheaper with a 160GB drive instead of 16GB of Flash.I have a 2nd Gen iPod and a 1st gen 4GB Nano, both still in perfect condition. The Touch was to be my next purchase, but now I'm just not so sure any more.To be totally honest, the 160GB iPod Classic is a FAR better buy. It's cheaper, has 10 times the storage, has the same new interface and OS, and lasts 40 hours per charge.Apple has made my decision WAY too hard. « Show Less