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    Dell Gaming Backpack Carrying Case - $19 w/Free Shipping @Dell Home -Daily Deal

    Discussion in 'Notebook and Tech Bargains' started by Cin', Nov 12, 2009.

  1. Cin'

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    Hey!

    at dell.com: Dell's Daily Deal!

    Dell Gaming Backpack Carrying Case - Reg. Price $89.99, Sale Price $19 + Free Shipping at dell.com

    Seems decent, you can decide! :)

    For Deal Linky, Click: HERE



    Highlights
    • Equipped with Air-Flow back padding with shock absorbing straps
    • Incorporated with a keyboard pocket with Elements Protector
    • Padded Laptop packet with 36" vertical drop protection ensures a reliable and shock proof protection
    • Stabilized base enables the backpack to stand upright

    Dimensions: 15" x 10" x 23", Weight: 5.9 lbs, Material: 5.9 lbs
    Removable A/C Adapter Pouch, Removable LAN Gear Storage Panel, Keyboard Pocket with Elements Protector, Air-Flow Back Padding Straps

    [​IMG]

    Cin..
     
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  2. kevblah

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    Great deal! Thanks for the link, just bought one!
     
    kevblah, Nov 12, 2009
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  3. Mandrake

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    Wow that's cheap, can't pass that up! Thanks!
     
    Mandrake, Nov 12, 2009
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  4. pandapower

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    Does anyone actually own this backpack? If so, does the laptop storage section completely enclose the laptop?
     
    pandapower, Nov 12, 2009
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  5. electrosoft

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    Same, $20.23 w/ tax shipped. I had to snag one. :)
     
    electrosoft, Nov 12, 2009
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  6. ChristopherAKAO4

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    I've been wanting a new backpack. Anyone seen one of these? How would it work for smaller laptop (M1330)?
     
    ChristopherAKAO4, Nov 12, 2009
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  7. Lord_Zath

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    I read some reviews on it and all seem to be highly positive. One of the reviews mentioned a strap, so I have a feeling that it'll fit any notebook you throw at it.

    I ordered one and will report back on how it works out. For $20, I figure why not :)
     
    Lord_Zath, Nov 12, 2009
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  8. ChristopherAKAO4

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    Yeah, I decided it was worth a try too. I read bunch reviews and seemed good--though all were with larger notebooks in mind. Oh well if doesn't work there is always eBay right? Oh look for more pics on Flickr I'm finding some more detailed ones that way.

    EDIT: Here are some nice pics.
     
    ChristopherAKAO4, Nov 12, 2009
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  9. spradhan01

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    Does XPS M1730 fit into that?
     
    spradhan01, Nov 12, 2009
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  10. ChristopherAKAO4

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    I believe it was designed for the M1730, so yes.
     
    ChristopherAKAO4, Nov 12, 2009
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  11. spradhan01

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    Just got one for me..
    This is really a sweet deal.
    Thanks Cin +rep
     
    spradhan01, Nov 12, 2009
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  12. Mandrake

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    You're going to lose a M1330 in that bag. :p
     
    Mandrake, Nov 12, 2009
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  13. ChristopherAKAO4

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    You mean someone will steal it or that it is too small? LOL
     
    ChristopherAKAO4, Nov 12, 2009
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  14. Han Bao Quan

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    Man, I was slow on this. Deal dead :(
     
    Han Bao Quan, Nov 13, 2009
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  15. spradhan01

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    I just got it in last few seconds.
     
    spradhan01, Nov 13, 2009
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  16. Mandrake

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    You won't find it because it's too small, lol.

    Mine already shipped. That was fast.
     
    Mandrake, Nov 13, 2009
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  17. kevblah

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    Just received the backpack. I was really surprised by how big the backpack is. The box it shipped in is just as big as the boxes they ship computers in. The backpack is pretty heavy and large due to it's hard-shell design, but the build quality is excellent. Overall, an excellent deal for those who managed to get one!
     
    kevblah, Nov 17, 2009
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  18. Mandrake

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    I received mine also and I took a quick pic LINK. The box is in the background. The box looked like it went through a war.
     
    Mandrake, Nov 17, 2009
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  20. ChristopherAKAO4

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    Mine still hasn't shipped. :( I'm think won't at this point. Oh well, sounds like it would be too big anyway.
     
    ChristopherAKAO4, Nov 17, 2009
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  21. spradhan01

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    Same here. Its been 4 days and it says still on production. :(
     
    spradhan01, Nov 17, 2009
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  22. ChristopherAKAO4

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    ETA is still a week away, so I still have a little hope. Actually I'm thinking of cancelling mine now as such a big backpack sounds counter productive for small laptop.
     
    ChristopherAKAO4, Nov 17, 2009
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  23. Mandrake

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    Keep it and sell it for $50. Retail price is $90 once again.
     
    Mandrake, Nov 17, 2009
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  24. ChristopherAKAO4

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    You think they will maintain a resale value once a bunch hit eBay?
     
    ChristopherAKAO4, Nov 17, 2009
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  25. Mandrake

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    It's only $20. In my mind it's worth keeping. You can fit your laptop and a whole lot more.

    I don't think it can keep it's retail value but I think you can sell it for $50.
     
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  26. ChristopherAKAO4

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    Thanks. The question is whether or not Dell will cancel it though. :p
     
    ChristopherAKAO4, Nov 17, 2009
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  27. Mandrake

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    Why would they cancel it?
     
    Mandrake, Nov 18, 2009
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  28. Lord_Zath

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    Just got an e-mail notification that my order has been delayed. New ship date is 11/25. Riight.
     
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  29. andyroo

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    This. ;(

    Does Dell have a reputation for not shipping? Dunno whether to cancel or not.
     
    andyroo, Nov 18, 2009
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  30. Mandrake

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    I've ordered way too much from Dell myself and never had an order canceled. Even when they had the price mistake with the M1730 over the Spring they didn't cancel my order.
     
    Mandrake, Nov 18, 2009
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  31. ChristopherAKAO4

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    But a lot of people did get canceled on that deal as well as the many other pricing mistakes Dell makes on regular basis. I think most of the time though they only cancel the orders of people who buy large quantities intending to resale at a profit. Or maybe the last few orders after a item has sold out and they can't fulfill. Given that is not a pricing mistake and they have not canceled the late orders, only delayed them, they probably will ship--eventually.
     
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    WTH??? Still on production!
     
    spradhan01, Nov 18, 2009
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  33. Lord_Zath

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    Backpack shipped today! Estimated delivery tomorrow. Perfect timing if it works out this way - going out of town and this'll be a good case to use for my carryon :)
     
    Lord_Zath, Nov 18, 2009
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    When exactly you bought it?
    I bought on thursday,11/12!
     
    spradhan01, Nov 18, 2009
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    Ok....great!
    My delivery date has been rescheduled from 23 to 30th of November. :mad:
     
    spradhan01, Nov 19, 2009
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    Got mine yesterday (11/18/09). Just bought a new place and in the process of cleaning out and closing the old crib (sniff), so I haven't opened it up yet to ohhh and ahhh over the $20.33 purchase, heh.
     
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    Im worried if they gonna cancel my order!
     
    spradhan01, Nov 19, 2009
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  38. Lord_Zath

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    Got mine tonight!
     
    Lord_Zath, Nov 19, 2009
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  39. ChristopherAKAO4

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    Got an email saying mine shipped.

    EDIT: Which strange as I got email only few hours earlier saying it had been delayed???
     
    ChristopherAKAO4, Nov 20, 2009
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    Just got an e-mail saying mine shipped =D
     
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    :D
    Finally, they shipped it today and scheduled delivery to tuesday.
     
    spradhan01, Nov 20, 2009
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