Official Day 4, Dell 7 Days of Deals: SlingBox $199, Axim GPS Pack $449, 17" LCD $179

[Ryan]

Well, I wasn't expecting a laptop during this sale, so I guess Dell has some suprises in store for us. What will day 4 bring? Find out around 7AM EST!

Day 4 Deals: (http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=CAqD7bLWUPI&offerid=88712.353556446&type=10&subid=)

*SlingBox — Personal TV Broadcaster - $199
*Dell Axim X51 520mhz GPS Bundle - $449
*Dell Axim X51v 624mhz Essentials Bundle (Case, 2nd Battery, 1GB SD Card Included) - $429
*Kingston 1 GB Secure Digital Card - $39
*Kodak EasyShare Z650 Zoom Digital Camera - $349
*Dell E176FP 17-inch Flat Panel Color Display - $179

RFD Link:
http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=CAqD7bLWUPI&offerid=88712.353556446&type=10&subid=

(Remember you can still get that laptop until around 6 AM)

[T3rry]

i'll put my money on a mid range PC today. and something wireless accesspointish

[mahpoaht]

LCD ;)

[T3rry]

Monitor ;)
CRT's are probably a waste of money to have deals on because the shipping costs them so much they can't give a great deal.

And LCD's were up usterday... we don't need repeats!

[baomin]

External hard drive

[YauYin]

for sure the 2007fpw must be up in teh next few days...!

[McLaren]

Magic-dialing-wand!

[ttt]

alienware laptop.. :lol:

[Jim_bc]

Creative Zen vision:M for 269?

[mahjongmaniac]

hm... considering that they had notebook for Day 3, it might mean they could have a PC deal... :)

or another hotter lappy deal would be nice :razz:

------------------

alienware laptop.. :lol:

:lol:

i wish! ... that or an alienware desktop :-0

[duster]

Maybe UPS...with external HDD

[Bastich]

Come onnnnnnn mousepad!

:cool:

[Immortal]

Come on useless gadget that I would buy for no reason!

[mahjongmaniac]

Come onnnnnnn mousepad!

:cool:

lol!

i'd be in for 1 :lol:

[thehockeyguy]

i wanna get a cheap laptop.. maybe $500-600 range.. :lol:

[genius]

i need a sleep number bed

edit: its morphin time!

edit: i feel electricity in the air. santa is coming!

edit: ew axims

[prod]

Wide LCDs have to be coming up, 2405 hopefully $750 ;)

[Siefer999]

its up

[cheapbastage]

Slingbox / AXIMs

[Vegeta88]

looks like it's time for the Axims!

[LNahid2000]

Wow, $180 for an lcd.

[Siefer999]

429 package is coming up as 409 for me! 20$ off!

[Vegeta88]

429 package is coming up as 409 for me! 20$ off!

Nice! I remember people getting similar "extra discounts" last time the Axim bundles were on too, and Dell honoured all of them,

[kcjchan]

Note that the axim with the GPS is only an X51, but the other package is with the X51V.

Both seem to be at a higher price than the last round of deals.

[speedyturtle]

OMG!!! Slingbox is cool, now I can watch the WorldCup from work!!!

[kcjchan]

OMG!!! Slingbox is cool, now I can watch the WorldCup from work!!!

Price comes up as $239.20 instead of $199 for me....

Edit: Whoops, forgot the coupon! 3DJJ73ZMZJTZC?

Edit2: Seems like you can bring the price down to $139.99!!!!!!

[speedyturtle]

Price comes up as $239.20 instead of $199 for me....

Edit: Whoops, forgot the coupon! 3DJJ73ZMZJTZC?

Edit2: Seems like you can bring the price down to $139.99!!!!!!


HOW ?

[kcjchan]

HOW ?

If you read the existing coupon for 20% off it says that the coupons are combinable. But you just have to figure out a way of doing it, maybe call Dell? As the original 20% off coupons says:

Not combinable with volume or other discounts or other promotional offers (except advertised promotional Internet access offers and online only offers).

This seems like an online only offer to me? Unless it was advertised elsewhere?

[speedyturtle]

If you read the existing coupon for 20% off it says that the coupons are combinable. But you just have to figure out a way of doing it, maybe call Dell? As the original 20% off coupons says:

Not combinable with volume or other discounts or other promotional offers (except advertised promotional Internet access offers and online only offers).

This seems like an online only offer to me? Unless it was advertised elsewhere?

I think the dell deal is not online only. You could phone in.

[kcjchan]

429 package is coming up as 409 for me! 20$ off!

That's due to another coupon code in effect for the SD card in the bundle.

[Daijoubu]

Wow, $180 for an lcd.
Free shipping too, omg!

Comes to 206 with taxe, pricing error?

[LNahid2000]

Free shipping too, omg!

Comes to 206 with taxe, pricing error?
I don't know but I'm buying it now. My mom wants her own computer and I have all the parts sitting downstairs, but no monitor. This one seems great!

[speedyturtle]

Free shipping too, omg!

Comes to 206 with taxe, pricing error?


No, don't think so, E176FP is analog only.

[Daijoubu]

Still, hard to beat that price even for an analog

[kcjchan]

No, don't think so, E176FP is analog only.

Yep, seems like non DVI monitors aren't worth a lot in the Dell series.

[that_staples_guy]

Is that SD card a good price?

[Fire]

go through yourshop.ca and colllect your AMs.

[Gantz]

Very tempted by the Slingbox, just looking for one yesterday too! I must say, this promo so far has been quite varied and interesting :D

[kcjchan]

Is that SD card a good price?

Yep. Very good and you might be able to PM it at FS since they also have a $20 rebate.

[that_staples_guy]

Yep. Very good and you might be able to PM it at FS since they also have a $20 rebate.

I've never pm'd before, I'll just buy it off Dell, thanks!

[Casanova]

Very tempted by the Slingbox, just looking for one yesterday too! I must say, this promo so far has been quite varied and interesting :D
yeah but reviews on net seems to suggest video quality is not so great.

[spdztr]

Is the SD Card high-speed?

[JetSter735180]

Nothing really good here....going back to bed!

[kcjchan]

Is the SD Card high-speed?

No, the high-speed versions are white in color.

[kcjchan]

yeah but reviews on net seems to suggest video quality is not so great.

If it's great, than the lag would probably be unbearable. There's tradeoffs in "internet TV". 365Kbps seems to be the best you can get from an internet connection from afar, and if you've ever played a video at that bitrate, you know how grainy it is....

More info here:
http://reviews.cnet.com/Sling_Media_Slingbox/4505-6463_7-31423815.html

[OmegaMan]

just got two of the lcd's...don't forget to select the three year warranty and add it to your cart (cost 0.00) else you may not get it.

[LNahid2000]

just got two of the lcd's...don't forget to select the three year warranty and add it to your cart (cost 0.00) else you may not get it.
crap, i forgot to do that. I'm calling Dell now.

[artsreview]

just got two of the lcd's...don't forget to select the three year warranty and add it to your cart (cost 0.00) else you may not get it.
For Ontarians, the NCIX Acer 17" LCD deal's better. No PST, and you get three years' warranty anyway. Shipping's reasonable too.

[Fire]

Order detail - order placed 2006-04-28 11:20:08

1100mAh Secondary Battery for Dell Axim X51 Handheld Qty: 1
Unit Price: $49.00


RhinoSkin Aluminum Hard Case for Axim X51 Qty: 1
Unit Price: $49.00


Kingston 1GB SD Memory Card Included with Purchase Qty: 1
Unit Price: $59.00

Congratulations! You have qualified for a combined savings of $20 with your online purchase.
Expires on 2006-04-29 08:59:59 - $20.00


ocx51624bundle_advent
Axim X51v,Intel® 624MHz,256MB ROM,64MB SDRAM, 3.7 inch VGA 802.11b,BT Qty: 1
Unit Price: $529.00
Axim X51v Axim X51v,Intel® 624MHz,256MB ROM,64MB SDRAM, 3.7 inch VGA 802.11b,BT
X51624C
[221-9725]

USB Cable and Cradle USB Cradle for Dell Axim X51 Handheld
X51CRDL
[310-6920]

Hardware Support Services 1 Yr Ltd Warranty with 1 Yr Advanced Exchange Service and 1 Yr Tech Support
D1AE
[983-2207]
[900-9054]
[950-3650]
[960-2820]




Congratulations! You have qualified for $257 in savings with your online purchase.
Expires on 2006-04-29 08:59:59 - $257.00



Sub-Total $360.00
Shipping and Handling $0.00

GST $28.63
PST $32.72
HST $0.00
ECO $0.00
Total $414.00



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$414 OMG>>>>>> Did I miss something?

[Jon Lai]

The PDA combo is $20 cheaper than last time! Wait for the next Dell Deals and it'll probably be $399 ;) Hopefully. If it is by June, I'm picking one up.

[LNahid2000]

For Ontarians, the NCIX Acer 17" LCD deal's better. No PST, and you get three years' warranty anyway. Shipping's reasonable too.
It's $8 more than the Dell deal for Ontarians. I'd rather buy the Dell since from what I've heard, you can return it even if there's only 1 dead pixel.

[divanish]

If you want a really hot deal on the axim, last time on dell days they would allow you to buy the bundle and then cancel the individual portions of the bundle and they would subtract the full price.

Like in this case if you order the bundle for $409 you could then call and cancel the rhinoskin, extra battery and sd card and your total would be like $259.

You could then go and pick up those things somewhere else for much cheaper. ebay or something. Like you probably don't even need an extra battery to begin with

[ratnrol]

I like the $39 for 1GB. I just purchased one of these from stooples.ca with the Canaon A610 deal. Does stooples offer a price guarantee?

I don't feel like returning the memory for $25. I would rather receive a credit. Am I asking for too much ;)

[Gantz]

If it's great, than the lag would probably be unbearable. There's tradeoffs in "internet TV". 365Kbps seems to be the best you can get from an internet connection from afar, and if you've ever played a video at that bitrate, you know how grainy it is....

More info here:
http://reviews.cnet.com/Sling_Media_Slingbox/4505-6463_7-31423815.html

I'll check that review out as well, from the epinions site, the reviews seem to think fairly highly of it as well as other sites that I've googled. I realize that I won't get the quality if I were watching it on tv but for the ability to watch your shows anywhere with an internet connection is quite nice.

edit: From the CNet video, it doesn't look half bad! Very tempting ;)

[fl4wless]

slingbox is HOT! my friend has one in the states and iw as watching tv off him live, its amazing.

definately ordering one.

[LNahid2000]

I like the $39 for 1GB. I just purchased one of these from stooples.ca with the Canaon A610 deal. Does stooples offer a price guarantee?

I don't feel like returning the memory for $25. I would rather receive a credit. Am I asking for too much ;)
Yep, within 30 days.

If you find a lower advertised price on an in-stock new identical item from an Authorized Canadian dealer, now or within 30 days of your purchase (14 days on computers and laptops), just show us the price. We will match it and give you 10% of the difference as a credit to your purchase (maximum $50 credit)!

[sw1ft]

ordered a slingbox. dont' really need it, but oh well :D

[YLSF]

I wonder how Orb with a TV tunner compares to Slingbox??

For those that don't know, Orb is a free service for streaming live TV over the internet. www.orb.com

[torontodragon]

I remembered FS and BB also has the sling box on sale last week for the same price. I think the price will eventually come down. It's a cool box.

official site (http://www.slingmedia.com/)

[[H]ackerK]

Order detail - order placed 2006-04-28 11:20:08

1100mAh Secondary Battery for Dell Axim X51 Handheld Qty: 1
Unit Price: $49.00


RhinoSkin Aluminum Hard Case for Axim X51 Qty: 1
Unit Price: $49.00


Kingston 1GB SD Memory Card Included with Purchase Qty: 1
Unit Price: $59.00

Congratulations! You have qualified for a combined savings of $20 with your online purchase.
Expires on 2006-04-29 08:59:59 - $20.00


ocx51624bundle_advent
Axim X51v,Intel® 624MHz,256MB ROM,64MB SDRAM, 3.7 inch VGA 802.11b,BT Qty: 1
Unit Price: $529.00
Axim X51v Axim X51v,Intel® 624MHz,256MB ROM,64MB SDRAM, 3.7 inch VGA 802.11b,BT
X51624C
[221-9725]

USB Cable and Cradle USB Cradle for Dell Axim X51 Handheld
X51CRDL
[310-6920]

Hardware Support Services 1 Yr Ltd Warranty with 1 Yr Advanced Exchange Service and 1 Yr Tech Support
D1AE
[983-2207]
[900-9054]
[950-3650]
[960-2820]




Congratulations! You have qualified for $257 in savings with your online purchase.
Expires on 2006-04-29 08:59:59 - $257.00



Sub-Total $360.00
Shipping and Handling $0.00

GST $28.63
PST $32.72
HST $0.00
ECO $0.00
Total $414.00



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$414 OMG>>>>>> Did I miss something?

Must resist

[speedyturtle]

I wonder how Orb with a TV tunner compares to Slingbox??

For those that don't know, Orb is a free service for streaming live TV over the internet. www.orb.com


It says on their homepage only supporting these tv tuners:
ADS Instant TV Deluxe PTV-305 PCI
ADS Instant TV Deluxe USB (External)
Hauppauge WinTV PVR-150, PVR-250, PVR-350 or PVR-500
AVerMedia UltraTV Media Center PCI 500 and PCI 550
Emuzed Angel Dual TV Tuner

[fl4wless]

I wonder how Orb with a TV tunner compares to Slingbox??

For those that don't know, Orb is a free service for streaming live TV over the internet. www.orb.com

ive used both, and the slingbox is far better, i used a pvr500 with orb. Lots of driver issues as well. I just ordered an ADS usb pvr (the one supported by orb) im going to try that one out should be here within the next day or 2 (80USD from newegg).
But i think ill get one of these and then keep whichever one i like better.

[[H]ackerK]

slingbox is HOT! my friend has one in the states and iw as watching tv off him live, its amazing.

definately ordering one.

It looks kinda ugly and cheap (IMHO).... Other than watching TV 'anywhere' in the world, I can already remotely controll my XPMCE to do recording from internet...

And why (and how often) one is going to watch TV at home from a remote location? Office? (Nah. Too busy) Travelling? (Get better things to do) I just can't think of a reason why I need to watch TV from remote... (same for that Sony TV thing way back, but atleast you can take the 'panel' around the house cuz it is wireless)

[Jon Lai]

Order detail - order placed 2006-04-28 11:20:08

1100mAh Secondary Battery for Dell Axim X51 Handheld Qty: 1
Unit Price: $49.00


RhinoSkin Aluminum Hard Case for Axim X51 Qty: 1
Unit Price: $49.00


Kingston 1GB SD Memory Card Included with Purchase Qty: 1
Unit Price: $59.00

Congratulations! You have qualified for a combined savings of $20 with your online purchase.
Expires on 2006-04-29 08:59:59 - $20.00


ocx51624bundle_advent
Axim X51v,Intel® 624MHz,256MB ROM,64MB SDRAM, 3.7 inch VGA 802.11b,BT Qty: 1
Unit Price: $529.00
Axim X51v Axim X51v,Intel® 624MHz,256MB ROM,64MB SDRAM, 3.7 inch VGA 802.11b,BT
X51624C
[221-9725]

USB Cable and Cradle USB Cradle for Dell Axim X51 Handheld
X51CRDL
[310-6920]

Hardware Support Services 1 Yr Ltd Warranty with 1 Yr Advanced Exchange Service and 1 Yr Tech Support
D1AE
[983-2207]
[900-9054]
[950-3650]
[960-2820]




Congratulations! You have qualified for $257 in savings with your online purchase.
Expires on 2006-04-29 08:59:59 - $257.00



Sub-Total $360.00
Shipping and Handling $0.00

GST $28.63
PST $32.72
HST $0.00
ECO $0.00
Total $414.00



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$414 OMG>>>>>> Did I miss something?

I smell a pricing error again.

[TheBurgerMan]

I am new to this, but with the SlingBox, can I push any video content from my PC to my TV?

For instance, can I play a DVD from my PC to this box? Can I play any movie file from Windows Media Player or VLC Media player to this device?

Thanks all.

[speedyturtle]

ackerK']It looks kinda ugly and cheap (IMHO).... Other than watching TV 'anywhere' in the world, I can already remotely controll my XPMCE to do recording from internet...

And why (and how often) one is going to watch TV at home from a remote location? Office? (Nah. Too busy) Travelling? (Get better things to do) I just can't think of a reason why I need to watch TV from remote... (same for that Sony TV thing way back, but atleast you can take the 'panel' around the house cuz it is wireless)


I guess you are not a fan of soccer. World Cup is on the way and they are playing in Germany, so most of the games will be played while we are 'hardworking' in the office.

[Montague]

woah...

Dell site is really slow/stalling (RFD effect? :razz: ).

I smell a pricing error again.
Yup - that price is uber hot.

[TheBurgerMan]

ackerK']It looks kinda ugly and cheap (IMHO).... Other than watching TV 'anywhere' in the world, I can already remotely controll my XPMCE to do recording from internet...

And why (and how often) one is going to watch TV at home from a remote location? Office? (Nah. Too busy) Travelling? (Get better things to do) I just can't think of a reason why I need to watch TV from remote... (same for that Sony TV thing way back, but atleast you can take the 'panel' around the house cuz it is wireless)
I have a lot of friends that travel to China and India and they would love to be able to watch the live Hockey games!

[calluses]

one thing i'm wondering about slingbox...

it cannot be used to SHARE (split) a cable connection, correct?
for example, if i hook up slingbox to a friend's cable box, i'm forced to watch what s/he watches, and vice versa?

[Jon Lai]

Yup - that price is uber hot.


I can't seem to get $360 though.. I'm getting $409, which is still lower than $429, but still.... at $360, it's a definate buy.

Thing is, I'm also getting $257 bundle discount and $20 SD Card discount, and the total does infact add up to $409... did Fire add it up wrong?

[fl4wless]

one thing i'm wondering about slingbox...

it cannot be used to SHARE (split) a cable connection, correct?
for example, if i hook up slingbox to a friend's cable box, i'm forced to watch what s/he watches, and vice versa?

it allows for one connection only (otherwise alot of legal issues). The slingbox controls your settop box, so connecting remotely, you have the ability to change the channel. They watch what you watch hah.

[fl4wless]

ackerK']It looks kinda ugly and cheap (IMHO).... Other than watching TV 'anywhere' in the world, I can already remotely controll my XPMCE to do recording from internet...

And why (and how often) one is going to watch TV at home from a remote location? Office? (Nah. Too busy) Travelling? (Get better things to do) I just can't think of a reason why I need to watch TV from remote... (same for that Sony TV thing way back, but atleast you can take the 'panel' around the house cuz it is wireless)

well its not like an LCD that you have to look at all day, it jsut sits in the corner, so how it looks is irrelevant. Read the reviews, slingmedia has sold over 200k units without a LICK of advertising. Ive seen the quality and im quite impressed.

The only reason im ordering it is because my brother is going to school in europe, and hed like to watch some nhl/cfl ... we were using orb, but going to try this out.

[Montague]

I can't seem to get $360 though.. I'm getting $409, which is still lower than $429, but still.... at $360, it's a definate buy.

Thing is, I'm also getting $257 bundle discount and $20 SD Card discount, and the total does infact add up to $409... did Fire add it up wrong?
Dunno - heck I cannot even get to the configeration page anymore on Dell (site is "too busy" or "down").

When I could get on earlier - I got the same price you did - seems like the person stumbled on a price error (think Dell will honor it provided not too many other people got the reduced price).

[calluses]

it allows for one connection only (otherwise alot of legal issues). The slingbox controls your settop box, so connecting remotely, you have the ability to change the channel. They watch what you watch hah.

ah i see..that's what i thought

thanks!

i originally wanted to set this thing up at home...then when i'm in waterloo (UW) i'd be able to watch certain channels that i can't get in waterloo (at least not for anything under $70/month) i.e. Fairchild TV. ;)

but if this means a tug-of-war for control over the channels with folks at home, then...hmm..not the best solution. :(

[Gantz]

it allows for one connection only (otherwise alot of legal issues). The slingbox controls your settop box, so connecting remotely, you have the ability to change the channel. They watch what you watch hah.

Right, but if you have another coax. line somewhere else in the house, you can use that line to connect to the slingbox. Effectively making the slingbox another tv, you just don't get the extra channels that the settop box will get. Not a big loss for me.

[0x2bd4]

ah i see..that's what i thought

thanks!

i originally wanted to set this thing up at home...then when i'm in waterloo (UW) i'd be able to watch certain channels that i can't get in waterloo (at least not for anything under $70/month) i.e. Fairchild TV. ;)

but if this means a tug-of-war for control over the channels with folks at home, then...hmm..not the best solution. :(

Holy crap, this thing lets you control your Roger's settop box remotely?!

So, if you had two settop boxes, couldn't you set one up with the slingbox for yourself remotely without interfering with the one your folks are watching?

[Fire]

HAHAHAHA

You guys can't believe it....

On my second order, Dell give 357 for the PDA.................


Sub-Total: $311.00
Shipping and Handling: $0.00
GST: $28.63
PST: $32.72
HST: $0.00
Total: $357.65



:D:D:D

Any one want that deal for Total: $414.00??? Please contact to me by PM until 5PM today. Otherwise I gonna cancel the 414 order.

[calluses]

Holy crap, this thing lets you control your Roger's settop box remotely?!

So, if you had two settop boxes, couldn't you set one up with the slingbox for yourself remotely without interfering with the one your folks are watching?

yep that'd work.
but that's the thing...it'd be nice if it was a one-time thing without getting another box.

and i doubt they'd listen if i told them to stay away from my settop box. ;)

[jazziman]

is the 17" lcd monitor (E176FP) for $179 a really good deal??

[fl4wless]

HAHAHAHA

You guys can't believe it....

On my second order, Dell give 357 for the PDA.................


Sub-Total: $311.00
Shipping and Handling: $0.00
GST: $28.63
PST: $32.72
HST: $0.00
Total: $357.65



:D:D:D

Any one want that deal for Total: $414.00??? Please contact to me by PM until 5PM today. Otherwise I gonna cancel the 414 order.


id keep both in hopes neither gets cancelled. If both arrive, sell one...you will easily recoup you money. youve got a better chance of 1 slipping through....than both.


Also, what browser are you using?

[Fire]

id keep both in hopes neither gets cancelled. If both arrive, sell one...you will easily recoup you money. youve got a better chance of 1 slipping through....than both.


Also, what browser are you using?


Nothing about the browser. That's from the final order comfirm email...

Is any charge for return stuff to Dell?

[galanz]

I really don't like dell, but those LCD's were too good to pass up. I ordered three.

[0x2bd4]

yep that'd work.
but that's the thing...it'd be nice if it was a one-time thing without getting another box.

and i doubt they'd listen if i told them to stay away from my settop box. ;)

But there's a bigger implication at play here. This allows 'sharing' of cable services. You could cancel your cable service and just mooch off someone else, no?

[fl4wless]

Nothing about the browser. That's from the final order comfirm email...

Is any charge for return stuff to Dell?

that final confirm doenst mean anything...just that they have received it. Once they process it, they still reserve the right to cancel it.

2 yrs ago they had a subtract 950 dollar error when you upgraded the processor on a 600m. In the span of a few hours thousands of orders were placed because of RFD. I got my confirmation email as well, but every order was cancelled, except a few lucky people.

How are you gettnig a different price than everyone else? using epp codes? thats why i asked waht browser.

[Fire]

that final confirm doenst mean anything...just that they have received it. Once they process it, they still reserve the right to cancel it.

2 yrs ago they had a subtract 950 dollar error when you upgraded the processor on a 600m. In the span of a few hours thousands of orders were placed because of RFD. I got my confirmation email as well, but every order was cancelled, except a few lucky people.

How are you gettnig a different price than everyone else? using epp codes? thats why i asked waht browser.


I understand that. Whatever, it's a surprise for me. The web page when I ordered was saying 409 at that time. The price is changing when I got the order comfirm email.

[fl4wless]

I understand that. Whatever, it's a surprise for me. The web page when I ordered was saying 409 at that time. The price is changing when I got the order comfirm email.

ahh, sorry, misunderstood. Thats really odd, lol.

Is this happening to anyone else.

[lazarus]

Creative Zen vision:M for 269?
I second that! :D

[jacky27]

are you saying it is 409 at check out but it showing 429 in email?

[dealers]

If you buy two 17" LCD - that's 34" with less than the 19" LCD that was listed two days ago.

By the way, how can use connect 2 - 17" LCD into one video card?

[theprophe]

Get a video card with 2 connectors

[famous_unknown]

In regards to the LCD, anyone have any thoughts/comments about the "AS501PA Sound Bar for all Enrty Flat Panel Displays" for $39? Is it a speaker replacement or a speaker addition? :confused:

[Keigotw]

Is that SD card a good price?

Actually you can get OCZ 133x 1GB SD $42.95
60x SD $39.95
here http://www.pcxcomputers.ca

[Keigotw]

is that lcd E176FP 17-inch Flat Panel Color
any good?
I can't find any review other then zdnet

[wysiwyg]

Cheaper solution - get a KVM switch.

Or just 2 video cards. XP supports that.

[glassx]

Just bought the x51v bundle. Total was 470, cant seem to replicate the 414 price. :(

[Montague]

Or just 2 video cards. XP supports that.
Yeah I deleted my post (KVM switch is for connecting two computers to one monitor/keyboard - but I am sure there is another kind of switch that will let you use two monitors on one computer if you dun have an extra vid card to use).

[rfman]

Oooh... that SlingBox is really tempting... I've been looking at them for a little while but found them expensive at 300$. I sometimes stay overnight at my parents' place, and their cable sucks compared to my digital cable with PVR.

One great feature that nobody has mentioned is that I would be able to program my PVR remotely. It's happened so many times that I was not at home and I hear of a program I want to record that day or evening, but can't get home to program it, this would solve the problem totally.

I will try to PM this with the local FutureShop that reports stock on hand to get the extra 10$ off, it's only a few minutes walk from my apartment building.

[renhui]

Seems a pretty good deal for the X51V. Especially now widcomm bt stack works on the x51 series.

[Jon Lai]

I'm still getting $409... would love to get the PDA combo for $360+Tax!! Please tell me how.

[Malfunction]

For me the Kodak Z650 is rather tempting... But I am torn between it and Fujifilm 5200 and Panasonic Lumix FZ5, feature wise. Also there is a Kodak Z612 coming out in 3 weeks... Arghhh :twisted:

[felix]

If you want a really hot deal on the axim, last time on dell days they would allow you to buy the bundle and then cancel the individual portions of the bundle and they would subtract the full price.

Like in this case if you order the bundle for $409 you could then call and cancel the rhinoskin, extra battery and sd card and your total would be like $259.

You could then go and pick up those things somewhere else for much cheaper. ebay or something. Like you probably don't even need an extra battery to begin with
Can this still be done? How long after placing order do we call and cancel?

[divanish]

Can this still be done? How long after placing order do we call and cancel?

I believe people were doing it shortly after ordering it. Just give it a try. Order it and then an hour or two later call them and say you don't want the rest of the bundle and see if it works out and if it doesn't then just cancel. Let me know if it works,

[divanish]

Seems a pretty good deal for the X51V. Especially now widcomm bt stack works on the x51 series.

I wouldn't say that the widcomm is fully working, but it's definitely an improvement

[pmlast]

I believe people were doing it shortly after ordering it. Just give it a try. Order it and then an hour or two later call them and say you don't want the rest of the bundle and see if it works out and if it doesn't then just cancel. Let me know if it works,

I returned the battery and SD card after got them at last dell 12 days sales without shipping and restock fee.

[ruiner]

think i got a good deal... i called dell because i want the x51v and the GPS.

So I got

Dell X51v
GPS
1GB SD

449 + tx

That's the price of the x50, withouth the 1gb sd... good or not? :)

[kanatatech]

Yeah I deleted my post (KVM switch is for connecting two computers to one monitor/keyboard - but I am sure there is another kind of switch that will let you use two monitors on one computer if you dun have an extra vid card to use).
No, you need either two video cards or one with two outputs. Both windows and linux support multiple monitors. Cheap dual cards cost $75-$100.

[dtcanada]

No, you need either two video cards or one with two outputs. Both windows and linux support multiple monitors. Cheap dual cards cost $75-$100.


I have a AGP card and a built-in VGA port on my motherboard.. does that work?

[airodus]

ackerK']It looks kinda ugly and cheap (IMHO).... Other than watching TV 'anywhere' in the world, I can already remotely controll my XPMCE to do recording from internet...

And why (and how often) one is going to watch TV at home from a remote location? Office? (Nah. Too busy) Travelling? (Get better things to do) I just can't think of a reason why I need to watch TV from remote... (same for that Sony TV thing way back, but atleast you can take the 'panel' around the house cuz it is wireless)

oops double post

[airodus]

ackerK']It looks kinda ugly and cheap (IMHO).... Other than watching TV 'anywhere' in the world, I can already remotely controll my XPMCE to do recording from internet...

And why (and how often) one is going to watch TV at home from a remote location? Office? (Nah. Too busy) Travelling? (Get better things to do) I just can't think of a reason why I need to watch TV from remote... (same for that Sony TV thing way back, but atleast you can take the 'panel' around the house cuz it is wireless)

Slingbox is really good. I bought one from futureshop a couple weeks ago ($300 oh well). It took all of 5 minutes to setup (SUPER easy).

Works like a charm. I spent last week in New York and this week in Chicago. Didn't miss any Oiler games! Also, my brother in China was able to watch as well.

[baseline]

i just ordered a slingbox for fun
looks like a cool toy to have around

thanks http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/images/icons/icon14.gif

[Goomph]

Darn Dell, I had to buy that 17" lcd monitor at that price :)

[T3rry]

is a slingbox just an htcp?

[felix]

think i got a good deal... i called dell because i want the x51v and the GPS.

So I got

Dell X51v
GPS
1GB SD

449 + tx

That's the price of the x50, withouth the 1gb sd... good or not? :)
Looks pretty good to me. How is this GPS vs. the ones installed in your car for more $$. What is the SD card for on this PDA and is it necessary if it's mainly used for taking notes?

[Viper]

The slingbox and the Axim make for an awesome combination. I can watch TV in the local coffee shop on my Axim while sipping my latte.
It is also good for frequent buisiness travellers too, so you can watch you local home channels in another country.

[kanatatech]

I have a AGP card and a built-in VGA port on my motherboard.. does that work?
Yes. Any combination of cards, including agp, pci, pci-e, or build-in. One could be vga and the other dvi for that matter. Its the software driver that controls the video, not hardware.

[archaeo]

onboard video uses AGP, if its an agp motherboard, and agp (in practice, if not in theory in the final version of the spec) only allows one device, so it is very unlikely you could use an agp card and onboard video...

[ecaps]

Slingbox is really good. I bought one from futureshop a couple weeks ago ($300 oh well). It took all of 5 minutes to setup (SUPER easy).

Works like a charm. I spent last week in New York and this week in Chicago. Didn't miss any Oiler games! Also, my brother in China was able to watch as well.

Does it allow multiple viewing clients connecting at the same time? If so, how the channel changing is handled?

[kanatatech]

onboard video uses AGP, if its an agp motherboard, and agp (in practice, if not in theory in the final version of the spec) only allows one device, so it is very unlikely you could use an agp card and onboard video...
Not all onboard video uses agp. The point is that multiple monitors is possible with on board video plus a video card and a hardware gadget to connect two monitors to one vga plug does not exist. If you simply just want to display the same thing on another monitor then only one video output is required plus a gadget. Since their are two vga outputs on this box, simply try out both and use the windows display properties applet to test things out.

[ruiner]

Looks pretty good to me. How is this GPS vs. the ones installed in your car for more $$. What is the SD card for on this PDA and is it necessary if it's mainly used for taking notes?The GPS is bluetooth so you can use it on multiple devices, not only this PDA (ie: computer, laptop, cell phones even..)

As for the memory card, it's not required, but if you want to carry big files around (ie: mp3, videos, etc) it's pretty cool. :)

[dtcanada]

Not all onboard video uses agp. The point is that multiple monitors is possible with on board video plus a video card and a hardware gadget to connect two monitors to one vga plug does not exist. If you simply just want to display the same thing on another monitor then only one video output is required plus a gadget. Since their are two vga outputs on this box, simply try out both and use the windows display properties applet to test things out.

Thanks! I will give this a shot..

[chimaera15]

How is the quality when watching tv being streamed from the slingbox? I'm going to France in a week and I don't want to miss any of the playoffs (especially since the Habs are going all the way GO HABS GO!!). Is it going to be watchable with my Sympatico Ultra connection since the u/p speed is subpar...

[fl4wless]

Does it allow multiple viewing clients connecting at the same time? If so, how the channel changing is handled?

no...restricted to one connection at a time. Slingmedia would get sued up the ying yang if it did.

[fl4wless]

How is the quality when watching tv being streamed from the slingbox? I'm going to France in a week and I don't want to miss any of the playoffs (especially since the Habs are going all the way GO HABS GO!!). Is it going to be watchable with my Sympatico Ultra connection since the u/p speed is subpar...

as long as you can upload around 35-40 k/s or 350-400 kbps, you should be fine. Dont expect HD quality, but i watched it off my friend from the states and it was very watchable rarely rebuffered (unlike orb)

[Curiosity]

Looks like next deal MONDAY.....My credit card can rest till then...

[renhui]

If you are going to use the axim together with the GPS, you DO need the SD/CF card to store the map.
Take TomTom 5 Navigator as example, the Canada map alone is about 90MB, and the US map is around 230MB. So even though the X51V has 256MB ROM, unless you only install the Canada map file on the axim, you need a CF/SD card.

As for the dell GPS unit, I don't think it's the current SIRFIII chip as used in Globalsat 338 which I am using, so don't expect "top notch" performance from it, but you can't go wrong with the price. :lol:


The GPS is bluetooth so you can use it on multiple devices, not only this PDA (ie: computer, laptop, cell phones even..)

As for the memory card, it's not required, but if you want to carry big files around (ie: mp3, videos, etc) it's pretty cool. :)

[enforcerviper]

Does anyone know if special software is required to view the slingbox? Is it an ActiveX control I can install in IE?

Using it on multiple pc's (ie. work) would be a pain if I needed to install a client on each PC. (Yes I know I can only view 1 at a time)

[ChaoZ]

Hey guys, have a question about Slingbox.

I am at the top floor of my house and my only cable connections are in the basement. My parents are very opposed to running new cable, so it means I have no cable TV upstairs.

With the Slingbox and my wireless internet, could I run it internally that way? Is wireless G enough to have a stable and standard def image?

I wouldn't be buying it solely for that, (might want to watch TV at the office once in a while too), but without that kind of functionality, I'd have to pass.

[Addict]

Hey guys, have a question about Slingbox.

I am at the top floor of my house and my only cable connections are in the basement. My parents are very opposed to running new cable, so it means I have no cable TV upstairs.

With the Slingbox and my wireless internet, could I run it internally that way? Is wireless G enough to have a stable and standard def image?

I wouldn't be buying it solely for that, (might want to watch TV at the office once in a while too), but without that kind of functionality, I'd have to pass.

Futureshop sells an accessory for this. Check their site it may help. Looks a bit pricey though.
addict

[kcjchan]

Hey guys, have a question about Slingbox.

I am at the top floor of my house and my only cable connections are in the basement. My parents are very opposed to running new cable, so it means I have no cable TV upstairs.

With the Slingbox and my wireless internet, could I run it internally that way? Is wireless G enough to have a stable and standard def image?

I wouldn't be buying it solely for that, (might want to watch TV at the office once in a while too), but without that kind of functionality, I'd have to pass.

Yes it could be ran internally, however, depending on signal strength your TV feed may studder at times. You can always get a signal booster for the wireless router though.

[aingaran]

I'm at work with a firewall.. What port does it use? Does it run through the webport (80?) or any special ports?

[jshebib]

what does it mean -- DELL E176FP 17-inch Flat Panel Color Display - Analog Only

[ChaoZ]

what does it mean -- DELL E176FP 17-inch Flat Panel Color Display - Analog Only

Means it will only take a VGA connector (what a CRT typically uses) and not the DVI connector (better quality).

At that price point, you really cannot expect to get a digital input.

[doubleA]

In regards to the LCD, anyone have any thoughts/comments about the "AS501PA Sound Bar for all Enrty Flat Panel Displays" for $39? Is it a speaker replacement or a speaker addition? :confused:

I've got this, and it's great. Not high-end sound, but a nice simple replacement, and looks nice.

[Kasakato]

Why do I not get an LCD? I get this:
Sling at $200
X51 with GPS at $449
X51v with hard case, GPS, and 1gig SD at $429

Why does the last one cost less than the second when it has more stuff?

[Kasakato]

Did a refresh and it has changed for me. The 3rd package now has a 2ed battery, no GPS. Weird.

[itsyours]

Looks like next deal MONDAY.....My credit card can rest till then...
Next is tomorrow, I think.

[crasher]

If you are going to use the axim together with the GPS, you DO need the SD/CF card to store the map.
Take TomTom 5 Navigator as example, the Canada map alone is about 90MB, and the US map is around 230MB. So even though the X51V has 256MB ROM, unless you only install the Canada map file on the axim, you need a CF/SD card.

As for the dell GPS unit, I don't think it's the current SIRFIII chip as used in Globalsat 338 which I am using, so don't expect "top notch" performance from it, but you can't go wrong with the price. :lol:
Complete, US& Canada map is 2.2G I have most of Canadian and almost all eastern US coast on 1 G

[Tribal]

For some reason the cupon code for the SlingBox won't go through...anyone else have this problem?
i get this pop-up message:
We're sorry, the coupon code you have entered is invalid. Please check the spelling of the code and the expiration date of the coupon.
yet I just copy and paste the code and click apply.

*edit*
took a bit of deleting and adding to cart, but problem was fixed..sorry for the pointless post :cheesygri

[ChaoZ]

For some reason the cupon code for the SlingBox won't go through...anyone else have this problem?
i get this pop-up message:

yet I just copy and paste the code and click apply.

Make sure you include the question mark at the end of the coupon code.

[LNahid2000]

Next is tomorrow, I think.
Monday. Tomorrow isn't May 1st.

[prod]

Hmm, the dell canada page says the 176FP has swivel, tilt and pivot. Thats a surprise.

[ajimondo]

For thoses that bought the Axim x51v, when you get play with everyday to make sure there's no problems. the x51v comes with WM5 and has tons of problems which are listed on aximsite.com. Dell is no longer making pda's maybe because the x51v was such a failure.

[good deal bc]

I'm at work with a firewall.. What port does it use? Does it run through the webport (80?) or any special ports?

it works behind firewalls. I have one and I love it!

[good deal bc]

How is the quality when watching tv being streamed from the slingbox? I'm going to France in a week and I don't want to miss any of the playoffs (especially since the Habs are going all the way GO HABS GO!!). Is it going to be watchable with my Sympatico Ultra connection since the u/p speed is subpar...

you need a broadband connection to view it. EVDO on cellular works well.

[good deal bc]

Does anyone know if special software is required to view the slingbox? Is it an ActiveX control I can install in IE?

Using it on multiple pc's (ie. work) would be a pain if I needed to install a client on each PC. (Yes I know I can only view 1 at a time)


you need the sling box player to view it. you need to install it on each pc. the software streams the signal from the box

[good deal bc]

Hey guys, have a question about Slingbox.

I am at the top floor of my house and my only cable connections are in the basement. My parents are very opposed to running new cable, so it means I have no cable TV upstairs.

With the Slingbox and my wireless internet, could I run it internally that way? Is wireless G enough to have a stable and standard def image?

I wouldn't be buying it solely for that, (might want to watch TV at the office once in a while too), but without that kind of functionality, I'd have to pass.

stay away from the powerline ethernet adaptors. get a wifi game adaptor and your set. I have mine streaming from upstars to my router downstairs. video quality is very good.

[good deal bc]

anyone have a part # for the Sling box at FS?

London Drugs has had them for a month or so now at $299.

[Curiosity]

Looks like this deal will be up all WEEKEND !! or untill they sell out ?


NOPE..just added the LCD to my cart and it came up at regular price...BOOOO >:(

[Drew_W]

Looks like this deal will be up all WEEKEND !! or untill they sell out ?


NOPE..just added the LCD to my cart and it came up at regular price...BOOOO >:(


Can someone share the coupon code used to get the discount yesterday? The offer is still showing up on the deals page, it just won't add to cart at that price and there is no coupon code posted. Perhaps we could call Dell and get the deal? It's there clear as day on their site.


EDIT--and now it's not. They just updated and took off the sale info.

[renhui]

Not really. With ROM A06, the X51V is fairly stable and fast, and problems such as BSOD, missing CF with previous ROM are gone. If you are talking about the crippled MS BT stack, aximsiters have made it possible to use Widcomm BT stack on X51V, A2DP already works like charm. WM5 is relatively new and you are gonna give it some time, since when the first release of a MS OS works without any problem?
Needless to say, X51V is still one of the best and most powerful PDA in the market with whopping 256MB ROM, 16MB video card. And at the sale price, you really can't go wrong. Take a look at the HP WM5 PDAs, you will realize hwo poor the specs are and how expensive they are.
No, HP PDAs are not like the IBM's thinkpads to justify the high price tag.

For thoses that bought the Axim x51v, when you get play with everyday to make sure there's no problems. the x51v comes with WM5 and has tons of problems which are listed on aximsite.com. Dell is no longer making pda's maybe because the x51v was such a failure.

[JugaJatt]

*Dell E176FP 17-inch Flat Panel Color Display - $179
trying to get the dell 17" but it keeps coming up with $299 and don't know where to get the cupon code, is it suppose to apply it automatically.


Pls and thx.

Well, I wasn't expecting a laptop during this sale, so I guess Dell has some suprises in store for us. What will day 4 bring? Find out around 7AM EST!

Day 4 Deals: (http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=CAqD7bLWUPI&offerid=88712.353556446&type=10&subid=)

*SlingBox — Personal TV Broadcaster - $199
*Dell Axim X51 520mhz GPS Bundle - $449
*Dell Axim X51v 624mhz Essentials Bundle (Case, 2nd Battery, 1GB SD Card Included) - $429
*Kingston 1 GB Secure Digital Card - $39
*Kodak EasyShare Z650 Zoom Digital Camera - $349
*Dell E176FP 17-inch Flat Panel Color Display - $179

RFD Link:
http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=CAqD7bLWUPI&offerid=88712.353556446&type=10&subid=

(Remember you can still get that laptop until around 6 AM)

[timko]

think i got a good deal... i called dell because i want the x51v and the GPS.

So I got

Dell X51v
GPS
1GB SD

449 + tx

That's the price of the x50, withouth the 1gb sd... good or not? :)

I tried to get the same deal last night, but the phone order line was closed. So I decided to place an order for both the x51 and the x51v bundle online and try to cancel out the options that I don't need today.

But I am getting the run around when I phone dell. The first person told me that the x51 + gps had already shipped. But this was unlikely, as I had only got the acknowledgement email, and not the order confirmation email. I was then forwarded to someone who could change the order, but their system was down, and they couldn't even see my order. They told me they would phone me back. I waited an hour and called back and now they can see the order, but I can't make changes to it until it is confirmation email is sent out.

Does anyone know if there is a restocking fee on the Axims? I might let them ship both and then once I figure out which one meets my needs, send back what I don't need. Is there much difference between the x51 and the x51v?

They did tell me that the GPS receiver is $279 on my x51 order, so I don't think I will be able to get the $450 price for the x51v, GPS and 1 gb SD card. If I cancel the x51 from the x51 + gps bundle, and cancel the battery and the case from the x51v bundle, it works out to 580. The must have had the GPS at 50% off when the x51v was ordered yesterday.

[YauYin]

*Dell E176FP 17-inch Flat Panel Color Display - $179
trying to get the dell 17" but it keeps coming up with $299 and don't know where to get the cupon code, is it suppose to apply it automatically.


Pls and thx.

@ this point ur goign to have to call dell directly, and say u missed the deal yetserday and i u can still get it for the deal day price.

[pmlast]

I tried to get the same deal last night, but the phone order line was closed. So I decided to place an order for both the x51 and the x51v bundle online and try to cancel out the options that I don't need today.

But I am getting the run around when I phone dell. The first person told me that the x51 + gps had already shipped. But this was unlikely, as I had only got the acknowledgement email, and not the order confirmation email. I was then forwarded to someone who could change the order, but their system was down, and they couldn't even see my order. They told me they would phone me back. I waited an hour and called back and now they can see the order, but I can't make changes to it until it is confirmation email is sent out.

Does anyone know if there is a restocking fee on the Axims? I might let them ship both and then once I figure out which one meets my needs, send back what I don't need. Is there much difference between the x51 and the x51v?

They did tell me that the GPS receiver is $279 on my x51 order, so I don't think I will be able to get the $450 price for the x51v, GPS and 1 gb SD card. If I cancel the x51 from the x51 + gps bundle, and cancel the battery and the case from the x51v bundle, it works out to 580. The must have had the GPS at 50% off when the x51v was ordered yesterday.

I returned three items to dell without shipping and restocking fees. It is better to cancel orders before being shipped out. If already shipped out, just figure out what to cancel because although it is a bundle, it seems discuont is all on axim, which made my axim x51v 272$ before tax.

[ajimondo]

Interesting, I been running WM5 around new years and had to go back to 2003SE because WM5 would lag like crazy, wouldn't shut off some times, and the oddest thing would happen out of the blue. I know my Axim wasn't defective since I been using 2003SE for about 6months before without any problems. I know WM5 is new and there's bound to be problems but since Dell has pulled out of the PDA business they are just trying to unload all their V51's and offer limited/no support.

Not really. With ROM A06, the X51V is fairly stable and fast, and problems such as BSOD, missing CF with previous ROM are gone. If you are talking about the crippled MS BT stack, aximsiters have made it possible to use Widcomm BT stack on X51V, A2DP already works like charm. WM5 is relatively new and you are gonna give it some time, since when the first release of a MS OS works without any problem?
Needless to say, X51V is still one of the best and most powerful PDA in the market with whopping 256MB ROM, 16MB video card. And at the sale price, you really can't go wrong. Take a look at the HP WM5 PDAs, you will realize hwo poor the specs are and how expensive they are.
No, HP PDAs are not like the IBM's thinkpads to justify the high price tag.

[divanish]

Interesting, I been running WM5 around new years and had to go back to 2003SE because WM5 would lag like crazy, wouldn't shut off some times, and the oddest thing would happen out of the blue. I know my Axim wasn't defective since I been using 2003SE for about 6months before without any problems. I know WM5 is new and there's bound to be problems but since Dell has pulled out of the PDA business they are just trying to unload all their V51's and offer limited/no support.

umm I don't know why you're making up facts? Why don't you show me one reliable source that claims Dell is getting out of the PDA market. Dell has simply taken a break from producing new Axim devices until the rest of the PDA market catches up in terms of the hardware in the device (Axim is by far the best bang for your buck). As for WM5, the x50 was not designed for it and doesn't run it well. However, the x51 was and runs it extremely well. The only problem is that there are some bluetooth profiles missing, which is not a bug, but just cause dell hasn't gotten around to it. They are working on a patch and while they might be slow, it will get done.

[ruiner]

They did tell me that the GPS receiver is $279 on my x51 order, so I don't think I will be able to get the $450 price for the x51v, GPS and 1 gb SD card. If I cancel the x51 from the x51 + gps bundle, and cancel the battery and the case from the x51v bundle, it works out to 580. The must have had the GPS at 50% off when the x51v was ordered yesterday.
They put my x51v 202$ taxes in, and GPS 279+tx, and the SD card alone, free.

Those are 3 different orders. If I cancel the GPS, will I still get the rest for 202$ ?? That's sick if I can do it.

Oh and some people were asking about the codes,

Sling media 3DJJ73ZMZJTZC?
X50v + GPS NW2J0VGCP806S6
x51v + 1gb SD + batt + hardcase KMPN454DBLS8VJ

[ajimondo]

Umm, do you even know the difference between the x50v and the x51v is? It's pretty much the same machine, a the slight upgrade in memory is cool but they removed the backup battery which sucks (I rather have a memory card with all my data on it anyways). WM5 is unreliable, what good is GPS when it just freezes when you drive around and uses it? I had to downgrade back to WM2003se and everything was fine again. My friend bought the x51v + gps during the last Dell deals and can't downgrade at all since he doesn't have the backup battery. Dell is out of the PDA business as they are putting all their efforts towards origami now. If you search around the net you may find some of the prototypes.

umm I don't know why you're making up facts? Why don't you show me one reliable source that claims Dell is getting out of the PDA market. Dell has simply taken a break from producing new Axim devices until the rest of the PDA market catches up in terms of the hardware in the device (Axim is by far the best bang for your buck). As for WM5, the x50 was not designed for it and doesn't run it well. However, the x51 was and runs it extremely well. The only problem is that there are some bluetooth profiles missing, which is not a bug, but just cause dell hasn't gotten around to it. They are working on a patch and while they might be slow, it will get done.

[timko]

They put my x51v 202$ taxes in, and GPS 279+tx, and the SD card alone, free.

Those are 3 different orders. If I cancel the GPS, will I still get the rest for 202$ ?? That's sick if I can do it.

Oh and some people were asking about the codes,

Sling media 3DJJ73ZMZJTZC?
X50v + GPS NW2J0VGCP806S6
x51v + 1gb SD + batt + hardcase KMPN454DBLS8VJ

Did it take a lot of negotiating to get these price? When I asked them about it this deal they pretty much said it couldn't be done.

[ruiner]

Did it take a lot of negotiating to get these price? When I asked them about it this deal they pretty much said it couldn't be done.Nope. When I called, I told the guy i want the x51v with GPS with none of the accessories. He put me on hold 5 mins, then he came back telling me he could give me the x51v with GPS and the SD card for 449. I thought he was on crack, I double checked with him, asked him, x51v, BT GPS and SD card, 449? he said yes. Couldn't beleive it myself.

[mahjongmaniac]

Nope. When I called, I told the guy i want the x51v with GPS with none of the accessories. He put me on hold 5 mins, then he came back telling me he could give me the x51v with GPS and the SD card for 449. I thought he was on crack, I double checked with him, asked him, x51v, BT GPS and SD card, 449? he said yes. Couldn't beleive it myself.

wow... nice deal u negotiated there....

i guess u just have to have the "right" CSR to deal w/....
not every1's so lenient ... YMMV

reminds me of last time Dell had the 24" dell deal and some1 phoned in to see if they could drop it down to $825 or $850 and some Dell rep did it....
most others that did the same but were denied.

[renhui]

Sorry to bring this a little bit off topic, but I couldn't help correcting some thing that's wrong.
X51V was designed as a WM5 device, so what's the point of having a backup battery? Everything is stored in the ROM and will still be there even though the battery is gone. With the old WM2003, once you run out of main battery and backup battery, you are screwed, all you data in the RAM is gone, forever! Don't tell me you store all you program and data on CF/SD cards, some of the programs have to be loaded in the RAM.
I also use my X51V with GPS, with the new ROM I never experienced problems as your friend did, are your friend runing on the latest A06 ROM? PDA just like a PC, you need to do tweaks to make it run better. X50V WM2003 was not that solid either when it first came out, that's why there are several ROM revisions.


Umm, do you even know the difference between the x50v and the x51v is? It's pretty much the same machine, a the slight upgrade in memory is cool but they removed the backup battery which sucks (I rather have a memory card with all my data on it anyways). WM5 is unreliable, what good is GPS when it just freezes when you drive around and uses it? I had to downgrade back to WM2003se and everything was fine again. My friend bought the x51v + gps during the last Dell deals and can't downgrade at all since he doesn't have the backup battery. Dell is out of the PDA business as they are putting all their efforts towards origami now. If you search around the net you may find some of the prototypes.

[burkey]

Or do they even have one. I purchased the Axim 51v, not 3 weeks ago and now for only $5 more than I've paid, can get the essentials package (Xtra battery, case, 1gb memory card). Anyone had any experience with this type of situation and how was it resolved?

Thanks

Btw, I emailed customer service as well as the sales person that I dealt with, but neither have responded. :(

[sMoothEric]

Axim 51v.
So far I have received the SD card (and extra stylus I ordered). Today I received the rhino case.
Anyone received the actual Axim 51v yet?

-=sMoothEric=-

[jaja612]

I ordered Amix Essentials Bundle ($429) and 17" LCD ($179). The order acknoledgement shows total $676.2. But the oder confirmation shows total $357.65. Can I ask Dell to hounor this price? These items are shipped but I haven't received any of them yet.

[sMoothEric]

Today I received a battery for my Axim.

-=sMoothEric=-

[Manchungster]

I got the SD card on Wednesday, Rhinocase on Thursday and Battery today. I just want my axim today, but it doesn't look so. Checked the purolator site and says "In Transit in US" as 5/3/06. It should be here now...oh well no axim for the wkd.
:|

[tmleafs26]

I ordered Amix Essentials Bundle ($429) and 17" LCD ($179). The order acknoledgement shows total $676.2. But the oder confirmation shows total $357.65. Can I ask Dell to hounor this price? These items are shipped but I haven't received any of them yet.

You can ask Dell anything you want, it's just a matter of what they will say. It doesn't hurt to try, the worse they can say is NO.

[timko]

I ordered Amix Essentials Bundle ($429) and 17" LCD ($179). The order acknoledgement shows total $676.2. But the oder confirmation shows total $357.65. Can I ask Dell to hounor this price? These items are shipped but I haven't received any of them yet.


My total on my axim deal did not add up to the price on the acknowledgement email. I also received two other (text) emails that listed what was in some of the orders. It took me a few days to realize that these three emails added up to my total amount.

Also as each part ships, they have been charging me for each piece seperatly and have not been split up the in the same way as the first three emails.

In the end, it will add up to the total on the acknowledgement email.

[ajimondo]

How is the quality of the 17" LCD? I havne't been able to find any reviews on it.

[mazda626]

How is the quality of the 17" LCD? I havne't been able to find any reviews on it.
Got mine yesterday and it looks great compared to my old CRT :)

[prod]

Its ok for $180. The viewing angles arent great, there is some fuzziness on edges when panning in games, and a little too bright. Also the dell site describes it as having swivel and pivot, which it does not.
Im wondering if I should return it and get the 1707 next deal days, perhaps the extra $40 is worth it?

[Manchungster]

Got my Axim on Monday, noticed a line straight down from the top to the bottom of the LCD screen, of dead pixels. Called Dell on Tuesday, and apparaently the Service Tag number on my new axim is not listed to me. So after going back and forth with Customer care and Techinical Support, I have to wait between 24 to 48 for the Service Tag to be associated with me, before I get a the replacement request sent through. :mad: So tempted to just send it all back and get my money refunded, but, it does look sweet.

What was funny was the whole build up to getting it, in pieces and no I still got to wait before I get a good one in the end. :confused:

[sMoothEric]

Manchungster, that sucks. I hope they get it sorted.

I received my Axim on Tuesday. It seems to work ok. I have never had one before so it is an adjustment.
I have surfed the internet (well hotmail and yahoo and google) and it is weird scrolling around to see the page.
The Rhino Skin case does not fit in the cradle. That is annoying.
-=sMoothEric=-