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    2014 Razer Blade 14 Ship Date thread

    Discussion in 'Razer' started by Porter, Apr 10, 2014.

  1. robbie36

    robbie36 Notebook Guru

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    Wow you make it sound so hi-tech. I have been round some of those factories and you realize there is just a guy being paid US$10 a day with pile of m2sata cards in front of him that is paid to install 1,000 units a day.
     
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    I understand what you're saying, but other than the one email about the ship date being pushed back and the other one about the free mouse there has been zero communication from Razer about the constantly changing ship dates. I have to log into my order page to see if the date has changed, and if it does there's no notification or explanation at all. I know they're a small company, but a little transparency would go a long way in reassuring their customers, especially considering the price they are asking for these devices. I guess some of us just have different standards.
     
    dos101, Apr 28, 2014
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  3. fuelhandler

    fuelhandler Notebook Enthusiast

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    What HD size did you order? Hopefully a 512GB.
     
    fuelhandler, Apr 28, 2014
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    tripnskip Notebook Enthusiast

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    I doubt he ordered a 512GB, since they got pushed back to 5/9.
     
    tripnskip, Apr 28, 2014
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  5. bladebambach

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    Pls God let him say 256 as I ordered a 256 on the same day.
     
    bladebambach, Apr 28, 2014
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  6. Xanterra

    Xanterra Notebook Enthusiast

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    I used to have the Haswell XPS 15. I wouldn't recommend it. Terrible trackpad even after the fixes, issues with the GPU and full-screen programs (like games), cooling problems in anything other than ideal scenarios, and a mediocre keyboard don't really help. I hope the new Blade will be better.

    Sent from my HTC One using Tapatalk
     
    Xanterra, Apr 28, 2014
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  7. sunny304

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    I rang the Razer Support and they kinda ignored my question about the 512gb version. I was put on hold for 5 minutes and then they said that they had no information on that. That is an utter disgrace in my opinion.
     
    sunny304, Apr 28, 2014
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  8. CrypticKlutch

    CrypticKlutch Newbie

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    Agreed, I ordered the day after and I am getting very impatient like everyone else.
     
    CrypticKlutch, Apr 28, 2014
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  9. twistedspace

    twistedspace Notebook Guru

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    they wouldnt just out the 512 model just because enough people didnt order it.
    they could be making the laptops as they get each order because they probably arent mass producing these.
     
    twistedspace, Apr 28, 2014
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  10. xerojin

    xerojin Notebook Consultant

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    Ordered March 12, 12:48 p.m. EST - sure...
     
    xerojin, Apr 28, 2014
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  11. charliemike

    charliemike Notebook Enthusiast

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    Exactly...Ordered March 12, 2014 3:12 PM CDT
     
    charliemike, Apr 28, 2014
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  12. hfm

    hfm Notebook Prophet

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    Everyone that ordered a 512 should just rage quit their order. :D
     
    hfm, Apr 28, 2014
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  13. Nyceis

    Nyceis Notebook Deity

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    Yes, please do ;)
     
    Nyceis, Apr 28, 2014
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  14. JeffAW

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    Why so? I really would do it; but if I place my 256 order now it'd be sometime late May... So it's kinda useless. We have to wait eventually..

    Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using Tapatalk
     
    JeffAW, Apr 28, 2014
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  15. xerojin

    xerojin Notebook Consultant

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    They're trying to get their order shipped quicker. :p
     
    xerojin, Apr 28, 2014
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  16. Nyceis

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    Shh....don't tell; come on LOL
     
    Nyceis, Apr 28, 2014
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  17. JeffAW

    JeffAW Notebook Consultant

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    LOL, I get it now. But still, I have noticed that ALL 512 orders have the same date... 5/9..

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    JeffAW, Apr 28, 2014
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  18. twistedspace

    twistedspace Notebook Guru

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    because they pushed back everyone who ordered a 512 because they havent made it to the warehouse yet.
     
    twistedspace, Apr 28, 2014
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  19. zzfisch

    zzfisch Newbie

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    Sorry, I ordered 256 one.
     
    zzfisch, Apr 28, 2014
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  20. zzfisch

    zzfisch Newbie

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    256 here. finger crossed, hope can be in this batch
     
    zzfisch, Apr 28, 2014
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  21. jmk420

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    Seriously, this is getting fking ridiculous.... another delay? Razer has been holding that 3k of mine as a short term loan since the announcement.... They don't tell us whats going on and subtly change our dates online, no email nothing.

    This is fking stupid.

    I also paid Shipping (Excl. VAT) : CA$58.53 extra for express shipping.... $60..... holy fking razer.....
     
    jmk420, Apr 28, 2014
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  22. charliemike

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    And they thank you for the interest.
     
    charliemike, Apr 28, 2014
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  23. Jp904

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    My guess is, that, since a few orders placed on the first week have been delivered, they're running about 6-8 weeks on delivery rather than 3-4. Fully expecting my order to ship early-mid June at the earliest. Not gonna keep getting upset every week it gets pushed back without a word from Razer.

    All orders placed on the first week haven't even been shipped, at this rate, even early June on orders placed in April seem like a very optimistic date.
     
    Jp904, Apr 28, 2014
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  24. Zeelobby

    Zeelobby Notebook Evangelist

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    ROFL. And we've seen the full emotional spectrum: excitement, disappointment, disbelief, despair, acceptance, extreme pessimism.

    Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using Tapatalk
     
    Zeelobby, Apr 28, 2014
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  25. jon.coxote

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    The equivalent of Kübler-Ross model: denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance; only for gamers.
     
    jon.coxote, Apr 28, 2014
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  26. mturkel99

    mturkel99 Notebook Consultant

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    The interest he's losing out on that 3K, at today's rates, is a few pennies at most. Which is less than the opportunity cost of wasting the time positing, so there's that.
     
    mturkel99, Apr 28, 2014
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  27. rexdog101

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    Well...I finally got my response from CS:

    "Thank you for contacting Razer. At this time we are not sure what will be your exact shipping date for the Razer Blade. I apologize for the delay, and the inconvenience this has caused. We are working diligently to get all pre orders shipped out as soon as possible. Once we receive an updated status on shipping dates, we will update you immediately via email, if we haven't done so already. Please check your order status on the Razerzone web page. We thank you for your patience."




    Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
     
    rexdog101, Apr 28, 2014
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  28. laptopwillnevercome

    laptopwillnevercome Notebook Enthusiast

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    do you guys think if i order a 512gb blade, it'd get to me sooner? ordered the 256gb blade from amazon 3/23 and then on razer 4/26.
     
    laptopwillnevercome, Apr 28, 2014
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  29. JeffAW

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    512 is being delayed like hell. Nobody's sure if it arrives any time soon.

    Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using Tapatalk
     
    JeffAW, Apr 28, 2014
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  30. scher2jb

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    I have been back and forth with Customer service for a week now and They have been nothing but awesome and prompt with their replies. Are you sure you all who are having problems are being respectful? Say your please and thank you's. They can not control if your order is held up in customs or whatever reason it is. They are just doing their job. My experience has been they are doing a great job given the circumstances.
     
    scher2jb, Apr 28, 2014
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  31. rexdog101

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    I believe I was nice to them. I know they have no control over anything and just are trying to help anyone. Perhaps they really are just getting swamped at this point. I could see it wearing on a person after answering a bunch of the same questions over and over with varying degrees of politeness.


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    rexdog101, Apr 28, 2014
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  32. Soggygravy

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    Perhaps I am missing the meaning of great job. Is it a great job when a company has literally sent me 3 CSR responses including an equally vague verbal response that just says sorry please check your order for when it will ship? We all know our orders just say things like Order Processing or Order Submitted.

    I don't know what sort of stockholme syndrome you have developed with them but I assure you just because someone is not directly responsible does not mean it is okay for a company to just have a ty public relations plan.

    I wish there was something we could start on their facebook page or Twitter to force them to acknowledge or address this publically.
     
    Soggygravy, Apr 28, 2014
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  33. hfm

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    They told me 5/23 worst case when I ordered. I'll call them up if I have nothing by Monday 5/26
     
    hfm, Apr 28, 2014
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  34. rexdog101

    rexdog101 Notebook Guru

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    When did you order?


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    rexdog101, Apr 28, 2014
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  35. hfm

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    Friday 4/25.
     
    hfm, Apr 28, 2014
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  36. twistedspace

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    next thing i know, ill be saying "as long as i get it before i start college"
     
    twistedspace, Apr 28, 2014
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  37. JeffAW

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    Or, before PS5 comes out. Very optimistic here.

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    JeffAW, Apr 28, 2014
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    Just got this little email from orders after I sent this in.. "I heard you will be getting a fulfillment this week, is this true? If not, can you please. Please. Give me ETA for your next warehouse fulfillment? Specifically the 256GB models. And when will the next shipping day be?"

    "Hello there,

    I wish I have the definite answer to your question but as of the moment we are still waiting an update from our warehouse. There is no ETA yet for the next shipping. We will send you a notification via email once your order is fulfilled and shipped. We really do apologize for the delay and inconvenience. Thank you for your patience and understanding in this matter."

    I ordered 4/17

    /sadface/
     
    bladebambach, Apr 28, 2014
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  39. twistedspace

    twistedspace Notebook Guru

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    someone just send them an email and be like.

    I know how hard you all are working to answer peoples emails. I know the delays arent your fault and I would like to apoligize for all the angry emails. I understand you cant make the shipping happen any faster even if you hand delivered it personally to me. Thank you for bearing with the community with all the delays. I love you.
     
    twistedspace, Apr 29, 2014
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  40. twistedspace

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    before people start using bing.
     
    twistedspace, Apr 29, 2014
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    I ended up cancelling my order and purchasing a rmbp 13. For the $3800 i'll save I can afford both the mac and to upgrade my desktop to godly specs.

    The Razer looks like a great device, but the delays, lack of reviews, the customer experience and the price ended up being all a little bit too negative for me. The rmbp will still run league, hearthstone etc and is probably more suitable for work (because of battery life, size). The upgraded desktop will hammer through new titles for at least the next year or two.

    Good luck everyone, hopefully your devices won't be delayed much longer :)!
     
    manic89, Apr 29, 2014
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  42. Shock-J

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    Ordered two 14"/256 by wire transfer a few days ago and got this from CS:

    "Thank you for contacting the Razer Store. The product that you ordered is a pre-order and has not yet been released to the public. As soon as it is available your order will be promptly fulfilled and you will be notified via email. "We show that the order has been paid via wire transfer for the amount of $5,163.23. We show that the release date of your order is on May 23, 2014. Sincerely,
    Stephanie Razer Store Customer Service [email protected]"

    So, LISTEN UP! All of you who have received your laptops; please pack them back up and return them to Razer, RIGHT NOW, as they have not actually been released yet. Send them back to Razer and as soon as the product is released and available to the public, they will be sent back to you (although they may be delayed at that time)...
     
    Shock-J, Apr 29, 2014
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  43. b0gd4n

    b0gd4n Notebook Consultant

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    what are you talkin about?!
     
    b0gd4n, Apr 29, 2014
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  44. sunny304

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    What on earth are you talking about? The 128gb and 256gb versions have been released but the 512gb version has not. Also I presume that the date is for your order and not for anyone else.
     
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  45. Shock-J

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    what do you mean "what am I talking about?".... duh... it is note sent by CS (in quotes)...and a humorous added element/interpretation... your "what are you talking about" doesn't make sense...

    what are you ASKING about?
     
    Shock-J, Apr 29, 2014
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  46. Shock-J

    Shock-J Newbie

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    get a grip doof... it was just a joke comment... and learn to read, mine is a 256 and her note says that it has not been released to the public...
     
    Shock-J, Apr 29, 2014
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  47. JeffSGeorge

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    I sent Razer CS an email inquiring about my ship date on the 512gb version 3 days ago and have yet to get a response. That's not quite what I would call a great job. I put in my pre order on March 12th, only a few hours after the announcement and I am still getting my ship date pushed back. At this point I would be willing to accept a 256gb version if it would get me a system sooner.
     
    JeffSGeorge, Apr 29, 2014
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  48. Ionising_Radiation

    Ionising_Radiation ?v = ve*ln(m0/m1)

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    Your joke was bad and you should feel bad.

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    Ionising_Radiation, Apr 29, 2014
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    I just got off the phone with Razer Support, and what had originally be planned for a ship date of today, got pushed back to May 9th. I had ordered on March 31, for those of you who are wondering (256 gb model).

    Are you all having the same issues? Did any of you get the voucher for the orochi mouse? I did not get an email for one.


    This is getting more and more frustrating, and am getting close to cancelling my order and just getting a mac pro and dealing with a worse graphics card, because I leave college for an internship soon.
     
    tennis999, Apr 29, 2014
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  50. sunny304

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    I also rang the Razer CS and the person I spoke to said that 9th May is 100% confirmed for shipping the 512gb version. I am not too confident though considering that was said to me before about this week. Well lets wait and see I guess.
     
    sunny304, Apr 29, 2014
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