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Adorama Puchase Thread
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I ordered a 15 tMBP 2.7/1TB/460Graphics on 11/18 - still backordered - next week makes "4" for me
I'm still waiting for my order, also. I purchased the 15" baseline touchbar model, and then upgraded the RAM to 512GB and the graphics card to the top of the line 460. I order about two weeks ago and am still backordered. I'm rationalizing it like this:
1) Saved $450 off purchasing through Apple.
2) Apple's manufacturing tends to be quick at resolving early, identified manufacturing issues. Hopefully some of the early hiccups in those first run batches will be stamped out as they continue focusing on manufacturing quality assurance.
The only difficult part for me is I also have a new 2016 Razer Blade in the house, and it is getting harder and harder to give it up for the Macbook Pro. I'm not fully invested in the Apple OS, and I got the Razer for 10% off at the Microsoft Store, plus a free MS extended warranty ($99 value). The nvidia 1060 card is an absolute beast, and the system is $1000 cheaper than the Macbook.
1) Saved $450 off purchasing through Apple.
2) Apple's manufacturing tends to be quick at resolving early, identified manufacturing issues. Hopefully some of the early hiccups in those first run batches will be stamped out as they continue focusing on manufacturing quality assurance.
The only difficult part for me is I also have a new 2016 Razer Blade in the house, and it is getting harder and harder to give it up for the Macbook Pro. I'm not fully invested in the Apple OS, and I got the Razer for 10% off at the Microsoft Store, plus a free MS extended warranty ($99 value). The nvidia 1060 card is an absolute beast, and the system is $1000 cheaper than the Macbook.
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No way - I have a computer to allow me to function for the time being - I will save well over $450 on this order if you include the discount, taxes, & shipping compared to other shops - I wasn't complaining - just stating my order info.
I dont need this new laptop, I have the typical tech geek first world problem of "needing to have the newest toys"
FWIW, my order of a base TB 13' 512GB Space Gray still says backordered but also says shipping soon on the order status page (not sure if it always said this) but also, my CC has a pending charge of $1 from Adorama that was issued today. Hopefully this means something is happening.
I ordered 11/28 and finally heard back from Adorama today about my nTB (base except 512 SSD) being dropped shipped by Apple. They sent me a DHL tracking number for a package originating in China. Is this normal? Also, there is no estimated delivery date. Anyone know how long it takes to get here from China. It doesn't say if it's freight or air. Thanks!
Update - Called DHL...it just left China yesterday and should be delivered tomorrow. Yipee!!
Update - Called DHL...it just left China yesterday and should be delivered tomorrow. Yipee!!
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That's the model I opted for (2.0Ghz/8GB/512GB) but I ordered on the 30th. Hopefully mine is on its way by the end of the week.
I ordered the same spec on 12/1 - Just got notification from Adorama that mine has been dropshipped by Apple
Yep, just received an e-mail about 20 minutes ago as well. Exciting! This is my first Apple computer in almost seven years and my first Apple notebook. (I've been a desktop guy since '03.)
Edit: Interestingly, my credit card was pinged for $1,300 even. The computer + Applecare was $1698, and Applecare definitely isn't $398. I wonder what's up with that.
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FYI - Just got my nTB Space Gray (2.0/8/512) delivered! It's gorgeous and so small. I'm amazed that it was delivered so quickly. According to DHL tracking it left China Monday at 6pm, got to Cleveland this early morning and Richmond, VA at 11 AM today (1.5-2 hours from where I live) and was just delivered about 20 minutes ago at 12:45pm. That is quick!
I will note that I never got any updates from Adorama or Apple with a tracking number or further delivery info beyond the original email that it was drop shipped. If I didn't seek it out the tracking info from Adorama I would have had no idea it was coming today (or even this week). I worked from home today so I would be here to sign for it.
Now, I wish I had sprung for the upgraded RAM, but hopefully it won't be an issue. First new MBP or even laptop ever. Always bought used before. So excited!
I will note that I never got any updates from Adorama or Apple with a tracking number or further delivery info beyond the original email that it was drop shipped. If I didn't seek it out the tracking info from Adorama I would have had no idea it was coming today (or even this week). I worked from home today so I would be here to sign for it.
Now, I wish I had sprung for the upgraded RAM, but hopefully it won't be an issue. First new MBP or even laptop ever. Always bought used before. So excited!
Well the lack of tracking makes me a bit nervous. I'm getting it delivered to my workplace as I live in an apartment and I wouldn't want it just sitting outside for someone to snatch & grab. I was hoping to be able to anticipate what day it was arriving so I could keep an eye out for its arrival.
How long do you think I should wait before contacting Adorama for tracking?
How long do you think I should wait before contacting Adorama for tracking?
Agreed on lack of tracking. Was definitely surprised on that. They shouldn't just leave it though. Signature was required...although I didn't know that either until I contacted DHL. I would call Adorama and ask for a tracking number. They emailed it to me within 2 business days. I got the email that my computer was dropped shipped on 11/29. It was shipped 6 days later, delivered 8 days later.
Still no tracking for my order that was drop shipped two days ago. How long should I wait to contact Adorama to see if they have anything for me?
I ordered a BTO Touchbar model on Nov. 30 and have yet to get off the Backorder. Same thing with B&H, only November 6. I'm getting kind of fed up and think I might go elsewhere.
Well that dude's touchbar has shipped and he ordered on 11/21. Adorama should ship soon.
Who is "that dude?"
The hangup for me seems to be the 1TB SSD. Nowhere seems to have received those in stock yet, and I have heard from Apple that each of those is a custom order.
Seanb61 posted up there that his base 13" touchbar is shipped. I ordered the 16gb so I'm also hoping that it won't take too long!! ^.^