WHAT IS NON RETAIL PACKAGING
311382
That means it's not in a box like you would get in the store. Mine was new and packaged well with paper work. Just not in that hard to open plastic.
311383
In the case of the Jabra WAVE, non-retail packaging means it comes in a small box, with the parts all properly padded and packed, but no flashy display box with it's indestructible plastic that is so much fun to open. The packaging does not do any advertising or retail store identification. For instance, if you get this same item direct through, say, Verizon, you get the flashy, indestructible plastic with Verizon across the top. Same hardware, well packed. You just don't pay for the fancy packaging.
438749
The product wasn't a tester. It seemed that all of the outer packaging was removed to ship in a smaller box. I wasn't happy receiving the product that way however.
132262
I'm not sure what retail packaging is, but it had a Lowepro hang tag attached, maybe desiccant inside to protect against moisture. This is likely how it would be in a retail store.
2134323
Bulk packaging means that many of these were packaged together in one larger container for shipping to a reseller or large commercial buyer. It'll be packaged in a simple box or something. A retail packaged product will be just like you would get one in a store -- in a plastic clamshell package with a bunch of marketing/product info all over it. Retail packaged means it'll cost more for the privilege of more difficulty getting to your product. Save your money and buy this one.
1414689
AS far as I know, the packaging should be discrete, but I can't recommend the product itself.
1975962
Everything you need is in the package. It is the package itself that is non-retail. The item arrives inside a box with an envelope and bubble wrap. I haven't purchased the exact item from a brick and mortar (retail), but I'm guessing is comes in one of those sealed,stiff plastic packages that is impossible to open without destroying the package.
258821
This item comes in a cardboard storage box. The product is not wrapped in plastic.
1867625
Contents packaged It means the contents of the package you purchase are packaged for retail sale individually, like you buy a box of 500 DVD and they are separated into 25 Pk sections that are packaged to sell alone as a retail package. It can also mean that the item is packaged for retail sale, like you buy a memory chip and instead of coming in a anti static package it comes in a plastic box with paper work, warranty and such (Retail Packaging) Sources: own In computer terminology "Retail Package" is a fully boxed item with full color retail markings & descriptions, and full documentation inside.. intended for a retail store to put on display on its shelves...As opposed to "OEM" or "white box", which is an unmarked generic box with the same product, may or may not have instructions inside, but geared towards computer system builders and technicians. In food stores, bulk items like candy, chips, etc may come in Bulk packaged cardboard boxes.. some of which are designed to be cut open and folded in such a way as to create a store display. Each item inside is marked for Individual Resale (have bar codes and nutritional information panel)...As opposed to Multi-packs with individual items marked "Not for Resale, Sold as part of a Multipack".. this means the little packs don't have full nutritional info panels and/or bar codes. So, Amazon's "Retail Package" should refer to the same thing...full color retail packaging with bar codes, nutritional info if applicable, along with full retail documentation and instructions inside. Sources: http://www.buzzle.com/articles/retail-ready-packaging-consumers.html
984334
Mine was original retail packaging. But there is usually a place for specific notes and requirements when you order.
859006
Bulk shipping means that it does not come in retain packaging and may not be new.
1841722
it comes in it's own cardboard box, like it would if displayed on a retail shelf but it is not a "storage" box.
845302
Take the outer packaging sleeve off. The box is a plastic, snap-close reuseable box.
1663547
Retail is a genuine product meant for the retail market. Frustration free package is without the original packaging and meant for the dealer/rep/display/overstock market. Not supposed to be for sale, but can be sold
263917
Frustration free packaging means you do not break nails or the product nor do you have to search for heavy duty tools or an assortment of various neighbors to help remove the product from it's protective wrap. I would guess that retail packaging is the opposite of the frustration free. The kind that has been popping up more often which is nearly impossible to open, but the product stays intact for shipping and can be considerably lighter in weight. I would also guess that standard packaging is what consumers have been accustomed to over the years. Easy to open, but doesn't hold up anywhere nearly as well and more subject to the product being damaged. perhaps others have differing opinions. Frustration free packaging means you do not break nails or the product nor do you have to search for heavy duty tools or an assortment of various neighbors to help remove the product from it's protective wrap. I would guess that retail packaging is the opposite of the frustration free. The kind that has been popping up more often which is nearly impossible to open, but the product stays intact for shipping and can be considerably lighter in weight. I would also guess that standard packaging is what consumers have been accustomed to over the years. Easy to open, but doesn't hold up anywhere... » Read More Frustration free packaging means you do not break nails or the product nor do you have to search for heavy duty tools or an assortment of various neighbors to help remove the product from it's protective wrap. I would guess that retail packaging is the opposite of the frustration free. The kind that has been popping up more often which is nearly impossible to open, but the product stays intact for shipping and can be considerably lighter in weight. I would also guess that standard packaging is what consumers have been accustomed to over the years. Easy to open, but doesn't hold up anywhere nearly as well and more subject to the product being damaged. perhaps others have differing opinions. « Show Less
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i got a small package shipping from China. not a retail package. just wrap in plastic material.
87326
The standard packaging is the same thing you would find in the store. Frustration free packaging is where you can open everything up without needing a grenade, large hunting knife or nuclear explosive device. For some items, it is certainly worth it especially for things bound in blister packs which are either sealed with heat or crimped on the outside. For this item, I have not seen the normal packaging but the frustration free was super easy.
2218666
Product may not be in the original retail packaging. Zalmar always ships only retail pack!