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    Discussion in 'Dell' started by faceman, Jul 27, 2007.

  1. faceman

    faceman Notebook Consultant

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    Has anyone ever talked to dell support and negotioted a lower price on a laptop? I was just wondering if it was possible.

    Also, is an LCD screen worth the extra cost?
     
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    xie Notebook Consultant

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    Yes it is possible. All laptops have had LCD screens for years.

    Wrong forum?
     
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    faceman Notebook Consultant

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    Oh sorry, I meant to ask if an LED display was worth the extra money.

    Also, how would I go about getting a lower price? Like what would should I say?
     
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    xie Notebook Consultant

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    Just say you've seen better deals with coupons, you were wondering if we could go any better on the price, my brother got a better price, etc.

    They can throw in stuff for free sometimes instead of lowering the price, like warranty service. Or you can OFFER to get more warranty service for a discount, then call and return it or modify your order without it later.

    LED offers marginally better battery life and marginally thinner. It's something I can't say is "worth it" because it's 100% preference. Like saying is a Glossy worth it - it's just preference.
     
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    baddogboxer Notebook Deity

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    Yes I bought a desktop for my nephew, on site less than 30 days later they were selling $100 cheaper, called and said look I want the lower price or I will return and buy somewhere else. took 3 phone calls 2 people pretended they did not understand.
     
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