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    Buy Online or In Store?

    Discussion in 'Apple and Mac OS X' started by Brandinho, Sep 11, 2007.

  1. Brandinho

    Brandinho Notebook Consultant

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    I will probable be purchasing a Blackbook within this week. However, does anybody recommend where I should purchase it? Will there be any difference with quality if I purchase one in store rather than online? Basically, are there any suttle differences between buying online and buying in store? I don't want a refurbished one. I want a brand new Blackbook.
     
    Brandinho, Sep 11, 2007
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    Budding Notebook Virtuoso

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    If a store is closeby, get it from there as it will save you a few days of shipping time. There will be no difference if you buy it online from Apple or in store from Apple.
     
    Budding, Sep 11, 2007
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  3. Brandinho

    Brandinho Notebook Consultant

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    Sweet. Thanks for the quick reply. There are actually 2 stores nearby. I will probably get one this weekend. Thanks again.
     
    Brandinho, Sep 11, 2007
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  4. sulkorp

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    The only difference is that if you want certain upgrades, you have to get it online. I just know that for the mbp you have to order online if you want a larger HDD. But either way go into the store, and see if you can get it there. Also youll be able to see the different screens, and see which one you want.
     
    sulkorp, Sep 11, 2007
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    If you buy it online and there is a problem with the computer, you won't be able to return or exchange it at the store. You will have to ship it back to Apple.
     
    codeoverride, Sep 11, 2007
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    If you are a state employee you may get about $200 discount.
     
    buddy1065, Sep 11, 2007
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  7. Sam

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    Yeah, if you want to customize your Mac, then get it online. If you want to get your Mac right away, get it in store.
     
    Sam, Sep 11, 2007
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  8. princealyy

    princealyy Notebook Evangelist

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    Well i think if you are not going to get it customized and can wait a few days, get it from amazon or something online that does not charge taxes in your state.

    Its a good 100 dollars or so savings. AVOID EBAY IF POSSIBLE
     
    princealyy, Sep 11, 2007
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    ukwahoo Newbie

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    Why Avoid Ebay? I am watching some bid on Ebay. It is really cheap. Could you please give me the reason?

    BTW: I will only bid when the seller accept cash on collecion
     
    ukwahoo, Sep 13, 2007
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  10. Filippo 9800pro

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    I think online by phone is better, if you try it's easy to get some reduction in price!
     
    Filippo 9800pro, Sep 13, 2007
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  11. SystemError

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    Buying online is somewhat an advantage to due the online deals and customization opportunities. But if you want it now, go in person.
     
    SystemError, Sep 13, 2007
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  12. princealyy

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    Sorry i meant to say avoid ebay if the price is similar to what you would pay online

    I believe it is a good deal to save 100 - 150 by buying on amazon, however i do not think it as good a deal to save 75 - 100 by ebay over amazon, much more risk involved.

    Just an opinion, but ebay is good if you plan on buying used or older technology.
     
    princealyy, Sep 13, 2007
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  13. Brandinho

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    I think I am just going to go in store, get a Blackbook while using my edcational discount, and then buy some RAM from Newegg.
     
    Brandinho, Sep 14, 2007
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    so if I go in the store I could show them military ID and get my 17% discount? Or is that only applicable online?
     
    Duran, Sep 14, 2007
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