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When exactly is the MacBook Pro shipping?
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KD7IWP said:
From Amazon, correct? They're very good about customer service, and I'm fairly confident that they would work with you if you contact them and ask about it. Since it's out of both your hands and theirs, I think they'd be willing to extend it.
noelister said:
That would make sense since all those new batteries are shipping with new MBP's. The only problem that is with intel is meeting insane demand. Everyone and their mother wants this chip and for good reason. There are several Core Duo systems already out there that aren't running into any probs.
SiliconAddict said:
Yeah the 1.83 is being used in several systems. I could see a shortage because of this. However, Dell is quoting a ship date of 2.20.06 on their laptop that uses the Core Duo 1.83. So it is hard to tell. I just know that I have been needing a laptop ever since I sold my powerbook and I hope that they ship on the 15... or before...
maverick808 said:
I think what we are seeing so far is just the way the ordering system works. Whan the MBPs were announced new entries were made for the new models and default ship/delivery dates entered. For some reason UK orders were given a ship date of 7th Feb. When the 7th came round, with no further information, the order system automatically pushed the date back to the 10th and sent out a standard delay email (hig demand etc.).
When the 10th Feb came, again no new information, so some update rule was triggered that said push back the estimated date a month to 10th March, and sent the standard email. This is the best the system can do without new information coming in, and aims to cover most cases.
What this means for the 15th Feb is really just speculation. Until real shipping data starts entering the system, it's all just estimates based on automated rules.
maverick808 said:
Heard anything? im in the same situation as you so would be interested to hear what they told you.
Malcster said:
If you're in the same situation, it might be helpful if you could also inquire into what's going on with your order, similar to maverick808. This way we'd have multiple voices. For instance he might get somebody less able on the phone than you.
SiliconAddict said:
Yes, I've read the discussion (and participated in it quite a bit, if you read back through it). As I said before, I think the February 7th date that some early UK orders got was a mistake and that the MBP was never intended to ship prior to February 15th. I can see some anxiety creeping in, hoping that they will meet the stated shipping date, but I don't think there is any basis in fact for all of the speculation about possible manufacturing or component supply issues pushing back initial shipments.
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2006/02/10/AR2006021002034.html
Either Paul is expecting his to ship very soon (Wednesday?) like the rest of us or the Washington Post is making stuff up.
Either Paul is expecting his to ship very soon (Wednesday?) like the rest of us or the Washington Post is making stuff up.
macbook123 said:
Don't worry, ive been calling too, but one thing that gets clearer everytime i call is they seem to know as much about the situation as we do (not a lot!)
But ill keep checking in with them.
KD7IWP said:
I used the same offer, and I talked to a rep about this before, Apple is aware of the fact that the customer can't send in both UPC's within 30 days of purchase. So they are going to be easy on us and we should just send in the rebate as SOON as we get the MBP, my assumption is they'll act like the purchase date is the day your credit card gets charged. Anyways, just thought I'd put your mind to rest on that.
As of this morning my credit card's available credit was reduced by the amount that my MacBook Pro costs... the online system doesn't show the actual transactions for close to 24 hours, so I'm not sure if it's a hold or an actual charge, but this looks promising.
Just for completeness:
- they charged a temporary authorization before when I originally ordered on Jan 10 and then removed it a day or so later.
- I ordered the 1.84GHz MBP with the 7200rpm hard drive (no other upgrades).
- I'm in the US and have had a Feb 15 ship date since day 1.
Just for completeness:
- they charged a temporary authorization before when I originally ordered on Jan 10 and then removed it a day or so later.
- I ordered the 1.84GHz MBP with the 7200rpm hard drive (no other upgrades).
- I'm in the US and have had a Feb 15 ship date since day 1.
I wish MacRumors required that everyone who posts some ridiculous claim posts their reputable source on the subject.
Chipset shortage?
No way, it's totally a display clasp shortage!
Chipset shortage?
No way, it's totally a display clasp shortage!
They did the same authorization thing with mine. I just am waiting to see what will happen. Maybe they will send everyone thiers tomorrow. Even our English friends. Maybe even give a few to the French.
Credit Card Authorized too
My card was authorized this morning too - ordered day of the keynote, and Feb15/Feb23 since then. So, I guess things are looking fairly promising.
My card was authorized this morning too - ordered day of the keynote, and Feb15/Feb23 since then. So, I guess things are looking fairly promising.
robbieduncan said:
Apple/Steve Jobs NEVER promised they'd ship YOUR or MY unit in Feb. The promise was that the MBP would ship in Feb. To who the MBP would ship to in Feb Apple never said. Moreover, the dates given on your "Order Status" page clearly say "estimated shipped by," and "estimated delivered by." Estimates are not concrete. I'd think this would be obviously, but clearly it's not.