should i wait? Hi..i have a general question...i want to buy my girlfriend this laptop since her current one is about to diei already got her a Xmas present, so i dont mind waiting if the prices might drop after new years...anyone know if it's worth the wait?thanks... should i wait? Hi..i have a general question...i want to buy my girlfriend this laptop since her current one is about to diei already got her a Xmas present, so i dont mind... » Read More should i wait? Hi..i have a general question...i want to buy my girlfriend this laptop since her current one is about to diei already got her a Xmas present, so i dont mind waiting if the prices might drop after new years...anyone know if it's worth the wait?thanks... « Show Less
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if you can't wait without having the computer i would definitely wait....who knows what Macworld is going to bring us. I have been waiting since August to buy a MBP or MB (first, it was leopard and now i have been fine living without one so I might as well see what's new.)
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It is always best to go to http://buyersguide.macrumors.com/ before buying any Apple product.
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Apple will probably announce a new MacBook Pro at Macword in mid-January, but the new model will probably not be any cheaper. I also doubt that prices on the current model will drop much once it goes on closeout.
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YES YOU SHOULD WAIT!! On January 15th is MacWorld San Francisco!! there are many rumors on new line of MacBook Pro comming!! And the old one is going to be at least 100$ less expensive! WAIT!!!Go to www.macrumors.com to find some more helpfull information!
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NO... not going to happen. Macbook Air is the focus of the new releases. MBP updates will be 2 months to 4 months away
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There are quite a few rumors about new macbook pros with the most up to date chip being introduced in the middle of January.
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Do we have a clue when this will actually ship? It's between the 553 and 554 for my this Christmas, and with the way the 553 is selling, I worry that it might be out of stock if it becomes clear the 554 isn't going to make it.
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I didn't buy it. I think it totally depends on you. If you know the company is solid in their reputation, then I sure you will be able to make a decision as to whether its worth the purchase. I figure if it's something like a computer or electronic, I be more prone to buying a warranty then any other product...just depends on what it is;)Hope that helps,Mighty Counselor
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wait ten days if you want, but i have this computer with upgraded ram and hard drive and i love it. wouldn't trade it for anything.
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I suppose it will be. I don't understand the rush to a new model so quickly, especially in these economic times. Mine was on sale at Sony at the time I got it with no interest for three years, which seemed like a good deal at the time, so it'll be interesting to see what a new model will cost, if they have one. Yes, a price drop does hurt!
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I spoke with customer service right now and they double checked. Unfortunately there is absolutely no ETA on the item. Is it even possible to get the ASUS U50Vg-B1 model which IS in stock and put a 500GB HDD, the 2.53GHz Intel P8700 Core 2 Duo Processor and the Windows 7 Home Premium (64 bit) Operating System? I mean.. Thats the only difference between them.. I would assume its possible and would be great if they would since we have been waiting so long for this product. Its about to be a month since its been released.. Help us! lol :(
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It's depends on who you're buying from and what they already have pre-loaded. Since these are used older machines it will differ. I would continue to shop around.
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I ended up cancelling my pre-order on Amazon and ordering on Newegg (same price; free shipping) earlier today. Status of my order: shipped. Sorry, Amazon. You're still showing this item on pre-order, so I went where my money will actually buy a computer, not just the promise of one some day in the unspecified future. In the end, it might be that my order from Amazon would have arrived on the same day. However, I prefer the certainty of knowing my computer is already on the way from Newegg versus the uncertainty of "pre-order."
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Same here Robert. now it's back in stock. oh well. I'll wait for prices to drop or pick it (or another model) somewhere else. I think Newegg has a comparable one on sale.
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Wow, they've got it on newegg now, nice. I'm half tempted to just go with them since I trust newegg so much but I would end paying 40 dollars more. I'll give buy.com until tomorrow and if it hasn't shipped by then I might switch again. I'm so ready to have this laptop in my hands. First thing I want to do is test it for gaming on the go. It seems like the perfect combination of graphics and battery life.
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Hi. It's been a long time since you asked the question, but, if you're still interested, there is a seller who sells 10 for $10, with $1 for shipping. I know you only wanted 3 or 4, but these 10 are cheaper than the 3 would have been. And, contrary to the answer you received before, these do work, very well, as long as they're used as intended (with the shiny side down, so it adheres to the keyboard). So, enjoy the extras, or give them away, but you can't beat the deal.The seller is NME, and, if you go to their page, enter "10 pc" (no quotes) into the search. There are three different sets of 10, for small, medium, and large laptops. Hope this info is still of some use to you. :O) Hi. It's been a long time since you asked the question, but, if you're still interested, there is a seller who sells 10 for $10, with $1 for shipping. I know you only wanted 3 or 4, but these 10 are cheaper than the 3 would have been. And, contrary to the answer you received before, these do work, very well, as long as they're used as intended (with the shiny side down, so it adheres to the keyboard). So, enjoy the extras, or give them away, but you can't beat the deal.The seller is NME, and, if you go to their page, enter "10 pc" (no quotes) into the search. There are... » Read More Hi. It's been a long time since you asked the question, but, if you're still interested, there is a seller who sells 10 for $10, with $1 for shipping. I know you only wanted 3 or 4, but these 10 are cheaper than the 3 would have been. And, contrary to the answer you received before, these do work, very well, as long as they're used as intended (with the shiny side down, so it adheres to the keyboard). So, enjoy the extras, or give them away, but you can't beat the deal.The seller is NME, and, if you go to their page, enter "10 pc" (no quotes) into the search. There are three different sets of 10, for small, medium, and large laptops. Hope this info is still of some use to you. :O) « Show Less
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Another site called "exoticpc" which also sells this product is also doing pre-orders and is is giving at ETA of early March. Still vague but its something. I'm going to hold out for it, the 2 year warranty is worth it!
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I ordered my from Amazon last week and got it today, you should probably buy it soon if it is for Christmas but don't worry about not getting it until after then.
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Canceled my order with amazon. They need to get their sh it together because several other retailers, even ones on this site are saying they have this laptop in stock and ready to ship. I went to buy.com, hopefully they will ship mine within the next 24 hours, I doubt amazon would have.
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Waiting, I am wondering if I am falling for a lot of hype or will this be a top laptop. The best buy version did not impress me, I hope this version will. No news on release date but you can bet its a foul up with hw or sw. Lets hope software.
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Thanks John for reply, I like to get one, but it seems price is hiked bit compare to earlier...let me wait and see..
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Miguel, Amazon should receive more units into their inventory by 12/8. Sorry for the delay but it is a very popular model and we're trying our best to keep up with demand.If the free $75 gift card is important to you, order the UL20 now, with the gift card...the gift card promotion might last another day and it might last another week, it may last longer. That decision is still up in the air. But ordering before the promotion ends will ensure you get the pc AND the gift card; and the earlier you order the higher up in the queue you will be to receive your pc once the shipment arrives to Amazon. Miguel, Amazon should receive more units into their inventory by 12/8. Sorry for the delay but it is a very popular model and we're trying our best to keep up with demand.If the free $75 gift card is important to you, order the UL20 now, with the gift card...the gift card promotion might last another day and it might last another week, it may last longer. That decision is still up in the air. But ordering before the promotion ends will ensure you get the pc AND the gift card; and the earlier you order the higher up in the queue you will be to receive your pc once the... » Read More Miguel, Amazon should receive more units into their inventory by 12/8. Sorry for the delay but it is a very popular model and we're trying our best to keep up with demand.If the free $75 gift card is important to you, order the UL20 now, with the gift card...the gift card promotion might last another day and it might last another week, it may last longer. That decision is still up in the air. But ordering before the promotion ends will ensure you get the pc AND the gift card; and the earlier you order the higher up in the queue you will be to receive your pc once the shipment arrives to Amazon. « Show Less