[nishkam]

Originally Posted by PowerLee

Have a read of this thread

http://www.avforums.com/forums/lapto...rys-399-a.html

Oh thanx for the quick reply PowerLee. I am still confused but my heart's going for HP..had a look at ASUS yesterday but worth having a look at HP also to get the right feel. Thanks once again for finding the thread for me/us.

[gamingboy]

I can only order for store pickup in January. Pay now and collect later in a week.

I want another one of these. I bought its smaller brother for Christmas.

Are you guys still able to reserve and collect for today?

Might just be my local stores.

[dvora]

The battery life is stated as 'up to 3.5 hours', which seems really low compared to Lenovo. For those who have already bought this, how are you finding the battery life????
It's the only thing putting me off!!

[samgamgee]

Originally Posted by dvora

The battery life is stated as 'up to 3.5 hours', which seems really low compared to Lenovo. For those who have already bought this, how are you finding the battery life????
It's the only thing putting me off!!

i'd say 3.5 hours is about right for general use.

This isn't an issue for me as i use it in the house mainly anyway.

[paulmcp2403]

My mate used to be in tech sales and said buy the asus....I checked it out and according to the warranty company square trade....asus are very reliable ...more so than some brands ....

Originally Posted by nishkam

Oh thanx for the quick reply PowerLee. I am still confused but my heart's going for HP..had a look at ASUS yesterday but worth having a look at HP also to get the right feel. Thanks once again for finding the thread for me/us.

[dorfer]

I was thinking about this laptop too but went on today to check availability and they have put up the price to £450 :-(

[samgamgee]

Originally Posted by dorfer

I was thinking about this laptop too but went on today to check availability and they have put up the price to £450 :-(

Thats a sickener..thought it was too good to be true. Delighted I got in at 399.

Still even at 449 its a good deal

[dorfer]

Originally Posted by samgamgee

Thats a sickener..thought it was too good to be true. Delighted I got in at 399.

Still even at 449 its a good deal

I'm not in any rush so I may as well wait to see if it comes back down again, I've got some love 2 shop vouchers coming soon so if anyone is familiar with these and spots a good deal of a similar spec over the next few weeks please post. Thanks

[peps1]

Originally Posted by samgamgee

Thats a sickener..thought it was too good to be true. Delighted I got in at 399.

Still even at 449 its a good deal

Its not a long wait till Monday when the real sales will kick in!

Bet its just gone up so they can say price slashed from

£599

to

£449

NOW ONLY

£399

!!!

[Kevster82]

Finally joined AV today after a few years of reading posts. So hello all.

Reading back, I can understand how people who are not familiar with specs etc, can't grasp why this would be better than a HP with same specs at the same price.

The answer lays in the brand.
Just google "faulty laptop brand rate 2011" select the first link and your see a comprehensive chart comes up based on failure rates.
ASUS and Toshiba are right up there wheres as look at HP, back of the pack.

I never go by what I read on just 1 or 2 links, so I hunted lots of threads, Including customer service.
Many threads and articles were slamming HP,ACER and some other brands customers service suport. Where as brands like ASUS and Tosh have far less negative feedback.
So it's not all about matching specs for some people.

Anyhow...
I've been on the hunt for a laptop with the best specs for my nuggets.
After 10 days of some hardcore google use, at £399 this laptop is the best out there.
So Xmas day night, I'm thinking "yeah, nice find, I'll pop down to the store tomorrow and get one"
Then the worst thing ever happened. I was hit with man-flu and been in quarentine until now only to discover it's now at £449!!!!!

In my opinion, I think they messed up. And anyone who got it at £399 has done very well. I think they messed up as, if you go to their site, you can see the same shell laptop at £399 but with 3gb ram (instead of 6gb) and 320gb HDD (instead of 750gb).
And both the higher spec that your all talking about and the lower spec model were both on their site simultaneously up until today. So no logic there, as there would make zero sales on the lower spec. Hence why I feel they accidently put the higher spec at £399 until they spotted their mistake.
Hope i'm wrong though......

Will go to the store tomorrow to speak with their ever so "knowledgeable" staff as i refuse to pay 10p a minute only for them to keep me holding.

If this was not of any interest to you and I sent you to I don't apologise

[paulmcp2403]

Originally Posted by Kevster82

Finally joined AV today after a few years of reading posts. So hello all.

Reading back, I can understand how people who are not familiar with specs etc, can't grasp why this would be better than a HP with same specs at the same price.

The answer lays in the brand.
Just google "faulty laptop brand rate 2011" select the first link and your see a comprehensive chart comes up based on failure rates.
ASUS and Toshiba are right up there wheres as look at HP, back of the pack.

I never go by what I read on just 1 or 2 links, so I hunted lots of threads, Including customer service.
Many threads and articles were slamming HP,ACER and some other brands customers service suport. Where as brands like ASUS and Tosh have far less negative feedback.
So it's not all about matching specs for some people.

Anyhow...
I've been on the hunt for a laptop with the best specs for my nuggets.
After 10 days of some hardcore google use, at £399 this laptop is the best out there.
So Xmas day night, I'm thinking "yeah, nice find, I'll pop down to the store tomorrow and get one"
Then the worst thing ever happened. I was hit with man-flu and been in quarentine until now only to discover it's now at £449!!!!!

In my opinion, I think they messed up. And anyone who got it at £399 has done very well. I think they messed up as, if you go to their site, you can see the same shell laptop at £399 but with 3gb ram (instead of 6gb) and 320gb HDD (instead of 750gb).
And both the higher spec that your all talking about and the lower spec model were both on their site simultaneously up until today. So no logic there, as there would make zero sales on the lower spec. Hence why I feel they accidently put the higher spec at £399 until they spotted their mistake.
Hope i'm wrong though......

Will go to the store tomorrow to speak with their ever so "knowledgeable" staff as i refuse to pay 10p a minute only for them to keep me holding.

If this was not of any interest to you and I sent you to I don't apologise

Its a very good and pertinent point...my mate worked for HP and said ...avoid like the plague He said stick to Tosh and Asus

[toxic mango]

Originally Posted by Kevster82

Finally joined AV today after a few years of reading posts. So hello all.

Reading back, I can understand how people who are not familiar with specs etc, can't grasp why this would be better than a HP with same specs at the same price.

The answer lays in the brand.
Just google "faulty laptop brand rate 2011" select the first link and your see a comprehensive chart comes up based on failure rates.
ASUS and Toshiba are right up there wheres as look at HP, back of the pack.

I never go by what I read on just 1 or 2 links, so I hunted lots of threads, Including customer service.
Many threads and articles were slamming HP,ACER and some other brands customers service suport. Where as brands like ASUS and Tosh have far less negative feedback.
So it's not all about matching specs for some people.

Anyhow...
I've been on the hunt for a laptop with the best specs for my nuggets.
After 10 days of some hardcore google use, at £399 this laptop is the best out there.
So Xmas day night, I'm thinking "yeah, nice find, I'll pop down to the store tomorrow and get one"
Then the worst thing ever happened. I was hit with man-flu and been in quarentine until now only to discover it's now at £449!!!!!

In my opinion, I think they messed up. And anyone who got it at £399 has done very well. I think they messed up as, if you go to their site, you can see the same shell laptop at £399 but with 3gb ram (instead of 6gb) and 320gb HDD (instead of 750gb).
And both the higher spec that your all talking about and the lower spec model were both on their site simultaneously up until today. So no logic there, as there would make zero sales on the lower spec. Hence why I feel they accidently put the higher spec at £399 until they spotted their mistake.
Hope i'm wrong though......

Will go to the store tomorrow to speak with their ever so "knowledgeable" staff as i refuse to pay 10p a minute only for them to keep me holding.

If this was not of any interest to you and I sent you to I don't apologise

Hi there - welcome to avforums - agree you are spot on re brand reliability - which is why I went for asus - got the 6gb 750 one for £399 so well chuffed - there is also dell outlet where some mccrackin deals can be had too - good luck with your hunt

[Kevster82]

Originally Posted by toxic mango

Hi there - welcome to avforums - agree you are spot on re brand reliability - which is why I went for asus - got the 6gb 750 one for £399 so well chuffed - there is also dell outlet where some mccrackin deals can be had too - good luck with your hunt

Thanks for the welcome.
Been on the outlet site about a week ago. XPS looked a handsome price but then add vat + del, still good price don't get me wrong, but out of my 400ish budget. And the main perk on these are the Nvidia chipsets being able to support gaming. I have my PS3 for gaming.
And with regards in Inspiron, I fobbed it off as I saw the asus at £399 only to be slapped in the face now as at £449 << still a good price but due to the fact its increased its wound me up. So i'm gonna go in the store and try and try and blag something.

Either way, I have a laptop already. Just wanted another so the wife stops nagging me for it when she wants to spend my cash online.

[Thundercat76]

I spotted the Asus yesterday for £399 but when I went to comet today it was £449. I mentioned this to the staff and the manager dropped the price to £399. There were none in stock so I paid for it there and then and will have to pick it up in about a week

[Kevster82]

Originally Posted by Thundercat76

I spotted the Asus yesterday for £399 but when I went to comet today it was £449. I mentioned this to the staff and the manager dropped the price to £399. There were none in stock so I paid for it there and then and will have to pick it up in about a week

Thanks for the heads-up Thundercat.
Was it the case of just mentioning it and it was resolved?

Or are you a scary looking geezer who had to play hard ball for at least 10 mins?

[Thundercat76]

Originally Posted by Kevster82

Thanks for the heads-up Thundercat.
Was it the case of just mentioning it and it was resolved?

Or are you a scary looking geezer who had to play hard ball for at least 10 mins?

I just mentioned it to the sales assistant and just asked her why the price had increased by £50... She actually suggested that she'd ask the manager to see if I could get the price knocked down.. He just agreed... No haggling... After I paid for it I looked at the reicept and it said £449 less manager discount of £50... I think the fact that it wasn't in stock must have been a contributory factor as I was told I would have to wait 7 to 14 days but likely to get it within 5 working days..

I did have a look around pc world next door and nothing came close to the spec except a HP for £399 ... But the Asus did feel better built and the screen looked sharper... To be honest the Asus looked better and had a better spec than the £600 Sony laptops I was contemplating...

[Thundercat76]

Oh the manager did mention that the price had gone up due to limited supply and they were trying to get more stock from Asus

[Kevster82]

Originally Posted by Thundercat76

I just mentioned it to the sales assistant and just asked her why the price had increased by £50... She actually suggested that she'd ask the manager to see if I could get the price knocked down.. He just agreed... No haggling... After I paid for it I looked at the reicept and it said £449 less manager discount of £50... I think the fact that it wasn't in stock must have been a contributory factor as I was told I would have to wait 7 to 14 days but likely to get it within 5 working days..

I did have a look around pc world next door and nothing came close to the spec except a HP for £399 ... But the Asus did feel better built and the screen looked sharper... To be honest the Asus looked better and had a better spec than the £600 Sony laptops I was contemplating...

Thanks for the informative reply
Mind me ask what location this store was?
If I get no joy (but i will, cause im a persistant git , I can at least use your story in vain then, And they can call your store.

Cheers for your prompt replys.
All new posts come through my blackberry, But gonna chill and watch some CSI now, Will return in ze while

[toxic mango]

Just an update - getting on well with the laptop - for the price well worth it - hopefully you will be able to get for £399

[dorfer]

i emailed comet to try and blag them and it was worth a try but this is what i got back, maybe someone else may have better luck, im just gonna wait now to see if it comes down in a month or so

[FONT=Tahoma]Response (Russell Gilbert) 01/01/2012[/FONT]

[FONT=Tahoma]Dear Chris.

Thank you for your e-mail.

Having checked our system I can confirm that the item you are querying was available at the Wrexham store for £399.99 from 26 December 2011 until close of business on 29 December, where the price changed to £449.99.

Our prices do fluctuate and we cannot guarantee that the price will remain the same from one day to the next.

If you were wishing to purchase the appliance at this time from Wrexham it would be for £449.99 which is the currently advertised price.

If you require any further assistance, please feel free to contact me using the Ask a Question facility on the website Contact Comet or by telephone on 08712 009 009.


Regards,


Russell Gilbert
Comet Customer Services[/FONT]

[coachman pete]

Hi-Fancy the Asus but miffed about the price rise. - Any comments or views on the Toshiba C660-2EV £429 at J Lewis - 6GB Ram 650 Mem and Intel i5 Also comes with a 2 year warrenty (must be worth a few bob) Would be interested on what you experts think of the rest of the spec compared with the Asur. Many Thanks

[paulmcp2403]

Originally Posted by coachman pete

Hi-Fancy the Asus but miffed about the price rise. - Any comments or views on the Toshiba C660-2EV £429 at J Lewis - 6GB Ram 650 Mem and Intel i5 Also comes with a 2 year warrenty (must be worth a few bob) Would be interested on what you experts think of the rest of the spec compared with the Asur. Many Thanks

Tosh always build quality machines...so don't dismiss them

[toxic mango]

looks very reasonable plus my experience of john lewis support has been good.

[paulmcp2403]

A word of warning I noted that currys / comet only sell with a 1 year warranty...but buying from places such as asus direct offer a 2 year warranty on many laptops....also be aware of your rights...and don't buy a warranty if you feel you don't need it...here's your rights and hopefully this helps folks ... Extended Warranties: Are they worth it? | Consumer Information

[ISF]

Damn! I missed out on this.

And now its out of stock. Not good at all!

[Glenn Wood]

Seems to go out of stock, and back into stock - but still at £449.

(I actually phoned their contact number yesterday, when it showed out of stock in all colours, and asked if it would be back in stock. The guy "checked with warehouse" and said they weren't sure when it would be back in stock.)

Now it shows back in stock again??? Still at £449.

An i5 with 6GB RAM and 750GB HDD still seems hard to beat at £449, but ebuyer has it with 4GBRAM and 320GB HDD for £399.

Just can't decide whether to go the extra £50, or not, or pick something in between - or wait and hope it comes back down.

[ISF]

If Ram and harddrive size doesn't bother then I would snap one with lower spec at a lower price.

For me, my next laptop needs are i5 processor large harddrive and plenty of ram and thus the asus meets this spec. At 449 this is still a bargain as many laptops doent even come quite as close.

I checked the site the other day myself and saw the picture of the silver one change to brown. I hope they still get some silver ones in!

I'm also waiting to see if the price does go back down but as this product is selling so fast they muay just eventually run out of stock so I'm wanting to snap this up quick.

[paulmcp2403]

Originally Posted by ISF

If Ram and harddrive size doesn't bother then I would snap one with lower spec at a lower price.

For me, my next laptop needs are i5 processor large harddrive and plenty of ram and thus the asus meets this spec. At 449 this is still a bargain as many laptops doent even come quite as close.

I checked the site the other day myself and saw the picture of the silver one change to brown. I hope they still get some silver ones in!

I'm also waiting to see if the price does go back down but as this product is selling so fast they muay just eventually run out of stock so I'm wanting to snap this up quick.

Also be aware it only has a 12 month warranty...most new laptops from asus now have a 24 month warranty...besides that its a very good laptop...

[ISF]

Originally Posted by paulmcp2403

Also be aware it only has a 12 month warranty...most new laptops from asus now have a 24 month warranty...besides that its a very good laptop...

Had a look on their website. They dont stock this model but have the K53E series.

[paulmcp2403]

Originally Posted by ISF

Had a look on their website. They dont stock this model but have the K53E series.

Yep...typical of comet...when I mentioned the fact new asus models all come with two year warranties he basically said I was talking rubbish...till I showed him on my web browsing phone !!

The crux is that these carry old style one year warranties...and are not newer ranges...chances are slim that they will be in stock en mass....