Finally received the Note 10.1 today and when I opened the Amazon packaging....I noticed the Samsung box wasn't wrapped in plastic...so I go to open it up and notice the white tabs on the bottom have been opened. The Note seemed to be all wrapped still and everything was in the box, but I had visions of someone getting the 16GB and getting a 32 GB and putting the 16GB back in this box and returning it or putting a llemon back in....uuugg. Getting a new replacement one sent out today for tomorrow. Wish me luck this time.
Mine did not have plastic but 2 little stickers one on each side.
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Mine did not have plastic but 2 little stickers one on each side.
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Those two stickers were both cut through on mine. I wanted to just say the hell with it and use it anyway, but I thought better of it with the amount of money it cost.
There is another thread / post on this forum where another person reported that the seals were broken when they had it delivered from Amazon and they had a response that this very common where Amazon probably check the devices contents before shipping, ideally they should put their own seals on if this is common practice.
As for the plastic wrapping, I bought mine from Samsung store in the UK and they did not wrap it with plastic, just the two seals.
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There is another thread / post on this forum where another person reported that the seals were broken when they had it delivered from Amazon and they had a response that this very common where Amazon probably check the devices contents before shipping, ideally they should put their own seals on if this is common practice.
As for the plastic wrapping, I bought mine from Samsung store in the UK and they did not wrap it with plastic, just the two seals.
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Interesting. The person I spoke to at Amazon never mentioned this. I'll be interested to see if the next one comes like that as well. I think they should atleast state this in the package contents otherwise how can you not assume that the package was tampered with.
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There is another thread / post on this forum where another person reported that the seals were broken when they had it delivered from Amazon and they had a response that this very common where Amazon probably check the devices contents before shipping, ideally they should put their own seals on if this is common practice.
As for the plastic wrapping, I bought mine from Samsung store in the UK and they did not wrap it with plastic, just the two seals.
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Yea that was my thread.
Are You all US Americans ? WTF You have 32GB Notes there which we can only dream of here in Europe ???,,!!!!
troed said:
Are You all US Americans ? WTF You have 32GB Notes there which we can only dream of here in Europe ???,,!!!!
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No we are all RUSSIAN Americans.
Why is everyone so excited about paying $50 extra for another 16 gb when an sd card costs half that?
And yes, USA RULEZ!
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Yeah, one of the seals on mine was broken too. Apparently this is quite common. I just ignored it, it's not like Amazon is secretly sabotaging all their Notes because that wouldn't exactly be good business for them.
If it was available I would've gone with the 64GB version because mobile games are so huge these days at up to 1.7GB from what I've seen so far.
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If it was available I would've gone with the 64GB version because mobile games are so huge these days at up to 1.7GB from what I've seen so far.
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So take the same 50 bucks and toss in a 32 GB sdcard. I still don't get it.
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I got mine this weekend from Best Buy and found out when I got home that the seals where broken.. Took it back the next day for one that had seals intact.
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No we are all RUSSIAN Americans.
Why is everyone so excited about paying $50 extra for another 16 gb when an sd card costs half that?
And yes, USA RULEZ!
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Lol If Putin has his way, we might end being that. The ole' Russian Bear is on the prowl again, and strong.
I got my 32 GB Model from Amazon yesterday, and both seals were intact.
Hope I'm that lucky with mine from Amazon.
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There is another thread / post on this forum where another person reported that the seals were broken when they had it delivered from Amazon and they had a response that this very common where Amazon probably check the devices contents before shipping, ideally they should put their own seals on if this is common practice.
As for the plastic wrapping, I bought mine from Samsung store in the UK and they did not wrap it with plastic, just the two seals.
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Mine, delivered today, had a similarly looking cuts but on the closer inspection I think the box just got banged up while getting to me. So, I think the box cover must move a bit breaking the seals eventually. Inspecting it closely I could tell they didn't 100% break and parts were actually intact. Pics with the intact areas circled attached. HTH.
Mine arrived from Amazon in a ****ty for book box so not a lot of buffer around it and with one of the seals broken but the content was obviously new.
My seals were unbroken, but I could see that the buffeting around in the shipping box had weakened them.
Bought mine in a little shop here in Vienna: BOTH seals unbroken
My wife then bought another one for herself then the next day in the SAME shop: ONE seal was broken, ONE INTACT.
I tried to open the box keeping the unbroken seal intact: not possible
Explanation from shop: seals sometimes break during transport (they were looking through 7 devices, mostly seals were intact but 2 had one seal broken, 1 both.
Methinks: nothing to worry about, seals are of paper and not plastic foil thus might rip during transport
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My seals were unbroken, but I could see that the buffeting around in the shipping box had weakened them.
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Mine came yesterday in an Amazon box with NO padding at all. The Samsung box was rattling around in there. But the seals were intact. The Tablet seems fine, but will be complaining to Amazon about the packaging. A $550 item needs more "respect" than that!
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Mine came yesterday in an Amazon box with NO padding at all. The Samsung box was rattling around in there. But the seals were intact. The Tablet seems fine, but will be complaining to Amazon about the packaging. A $550 item needs more "respect" than that!
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Was it fulfilled by Amazon (either sold directly by Amazon, or sold by a third party but fulfilled by Amazon), or did it ship from a third party? I have NEVER had anything fulfilled by Amazon come without padding.
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I thought I would start this thread for people to post about covers and cases that they have found that are either specifically designed for the Iconia, or alternatively generic covers and cases that will fit the device.
A few that I have found include:
Built NY
Generic netbook cases. I have tested the 9"-10" cover and the Iconia fits beautifully. Offers good protection, especially if you're throwing the device in a backpack or bag.
See here
Bizbang
10" netbook sleeves work a treat and there's some funky designs here.
See here
Typo
Typo stores (Australia) stock a generous sized leather iPad cover. I have tested the Iconia in it and it works a treat. No online store though I am afraid.
I am using the Nylon Sling Sleeve originally made for Macbook Air 11".
http://www.goincase.com/products/detail/nylon-sling-sleeve-cl57828
It has a super soft interior - perfect for keeping the screen scratch-free and roomy enough to allow for a gel-case. Also has a couple of exterior pockets for cords, etc.
It is a little pricey though.
For those who need water protection for their tablet.... I got this for my Nook Color with the goal to use with my next tablet (which became my Acer . It was a little big for the Nook, but a good size for the Acer.
http://www.aquapac.net/usastore/water-electronics-large-877-0.html
It works great! Very easy to open and easy to ensure it's closed and sealed. Guaranteed waterproof to 5m. 5-year warranty.
Can someone advise me if the Xoom portfolio case that can also be used as a stand work with the A500? Thanks!
Protective Cases in UK, Ireland & US
Greetings All,
Found a protective case for sale in UK, Ireland (Acer directly) and the US (Staples)
Here are the links:
UK & Ireland:
Acer Website
US:
Staples
I just ordered the case from staples. I can't wait. I love this tab and want to start carrying it around more often.
Tamara
Just have Protective case from acer, here the pics...
For Europe (39 €)
Acer Online Store
The box:
The protection:
Mounted:
Positions:
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Just have Protective case from acer, here the pics...
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Love the honeycomb patterned tiles in the pics. Brilliant !
wow....
thanks to wake me up...
I din't see ... awesome
PS: made in Provence
I live there
I am using a Duronic 10.2 notebook pouch/sleeve from Amazon UK (link). It is a decent fit although there is some slack in the thickness and height. For £3.25 delivered it is a bargin.
My local Best Buy said they should have cases in by the end of next week. Glad Staples has them online but I think I may wait till they have them in the sotres so dont have to pay shipping.
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My local Best Buy said they should have cases in by the end of next week. Glad Staples has them online but I think I may wait till they have them in the sotres so dont have to pay shipping.
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Buy it online and have them send it to your local store to avoid paying shipping. My total was $43 with tax. It specifically said FREE for shipping and I will pick it up tuesday. Dont chance going all the way to next weekend without a case. These machines are slippery.
Now all I have to do is see if I could ind a promo code tonight. If I order tonight it will be there by Tuesday. Thanks for the heads up silkjones.
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For those who need water protection for their tablet.... I got this for my Nook Color with the goal to use with my next tablet (which became my Acer . It was a little big for the Nook, but a good size for the Acer.
http://www.aquapac.net/usastore/water-electronics-large-877-0.html
It works great! Very easy to open and easy to ensure it's closed and sealed. Guaranteed waterproof to 5m. 5-year warranty.
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Hows the response on the touch screen through the plastic case/bag?
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Hows the response on the touch screen through the plastic case/bag?
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Works great. I was out floating around in the pool reading via the Acer today. The issue is trying to read in bright sunlight. I've found it best to read in the shaded area of the pool.
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Now all I have to do is see if I could ind a promo code tonight. If I order tonight it will be there by Tuesday. Thanks for the heads up silkjones.
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No prob...mine has shipped...i'll feel more comfortable once i have a better grip on my a500....still using my ipad right now.
i've also ordered one of these. Should get in a few days.
http://store.acer.com/store/acereme...=TbmS0QoHArEAADXyM9MAAAAl&rests=1304184355637
Got a Belkin 10.2"Chic Protect Portable neoprene zipped case, fitment like a glove. Next thing in the meantime before my case from Staples arrives (hopefully Monday).
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Works great. I was out floating around in the pool reading via the Acer today. The issue is trying to read in bright sunlight. I've found it best to read in the shaded area of the pool.
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Dont sneeze and drop that thing!
I dont trust that baggie
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Can someone advise me if the Xoom portfolio case that can also be used as a stand work with the A500? Thanks!
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Tried it @ Best Buy; the. a500 is about 1/2" larger on width & height than the Xoom.
While I was there I did get a Targus iPad CityGear Messenger bag; the A500 is a bit too wide to fit into the intended interior sleeve, but the main compartment is just the right size. Now I have a convenient bag for the cables & a keyboard should I get one.
http://www.targus.com/us/productdetail.aspx?regionId=7&sku=TSM148US&PageName=citygear%20ipad%20|%20Targus%20USA&productCategoryId=5&bucketTypeId=0&searchedTerms=citygear%20ipad&navlevel1=&cp=&bannertxt=Search%20Results%20citygear%20ipad
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My local Best Buy said they should have cases in by the end of next week. Glad Staples has them online but I think I may wait till they have them in the sotres so dont have to pay shipping.
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if you order it at staples there wont be shipping to pay mine was 39+ tax
I'm not sure if it's available on the American version of eBay, but for Canadians who want the portfolio case check out:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=200611068464&ssPageName=ADME:X:RTQ:US:1123#ht_5978wt_1018
Best part is you can opt for stitching colours
I ordered mine earlier this week, should be on its way.
My wife ordered one for me. Haven't received it yet since it's coming from hong kong
wrong subforum bud.
I don't need a signature.
Ah shoot... I had a few tabs open. Mod move it please? haha
im in america but i got one anyways lol. red stitching ftw
lol Price: US $129.99
Yeah $129.99? Wtf? Is it made of gold?
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I'm not sure if it's available on the American version of eBay, but for Canadians who want the portfolio case check out:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=200611068464&ssPageName=ADME:X:RTQ:US:1123#ht_5978wt_1018
Best part is you can opt for stitching colours
I ordered mine earlier this week, should be on its way.
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Nice case, but YIKES, 130 bucks...
It looks alot like this case, but this one is "genuine imitation leather" and only 33 bucks :
http://electroniccrap.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=34_36&products_id=46
I think I will wait for the Roocase, it seems like better quality but it is a real bummer to see Ipad 2 cases hovering around $10 to 15 while the TF cases -some looking real crude- going for 40.
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Nice case, but YIKES, 130 bucks...
It looks alot like this case, but this one is "genuine imitation leather" and only 33 bucks :
http://electroniccrap.com/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=34_36&products_id=46
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The Ebay one is genuine imitation leather as well, or near as makes no difference. Note at the top:
"Type: Leather PU Cases"
Then read this Wikipedia article:
"The use of the term "leather" in relation to this bicast treatment is considered a misrepresentation and therefore not permitted in the United Kingdom and New Zealand. The leather used in the backing of bicast is a thin, otherwise worthless layer, remaining after better quality layers have been removed for traditional leather work and contributes nothing to the look and feel of the end product."
$130 for a third-party, mostly plastic case is frankly insane.
I had this shipped from bestbuy.com last week, It was tablet #3 of 4 i ordered. All four had all thier seals broken and this was the worst one i had opened. I opened the shipping box to find the note box totally open with the tablet just floating around inside. This is totally unacceptable, just putting this out there so you all can see how best buy is running things to.
http://youtu.be/MHMKRBYglRA
I had my 32gb delivered to their store. My seals were intact and tablet is in excellent condition.
I bought three in the store. One for my girlfriend and 2 for me because my first one didn't respond to my stylus and all three were sealed and perfect aside from the one issue
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I ordered my 32gb from amazon and ill be getting it tomorrow will see if this one is sealed compared to bestbuy.
That's lame. I just got 16gb WiFi/3g model in the mail today, from Negri, sealed & everything.
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i ordered mine from Amazon, waiting delivery on Monday. I will see if it has seal broken.
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Ordered from Amazon and it was sealed when I received it.
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Did they order you another one without problem?
I wonder if it could be postal employees... taking a sneak peak
Definately, going to video my unboxing to make sure I dont get an open box tablet.
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Definately, going to video my unboxing to make sure I dont get an open box tablet.
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I am gonna order one
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Did they order you another one without problem?
I wonder if it could be postal employees... taking a sneak peak
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I ordered 4 because I figured at least 1 would be good. So I kept the best out of the 4 and returned the other 3. I video taped the unboxing just in case they tried to say I opened the box's and broke the seals.
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I ordered 4 because I figured at least 1 would be good. So I kept the best out of the 4 and returned the other 3. I video taped the unboxing just in case they tried to say I opened the box's and broke the seals.
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Wth..... 4?! You must have had a streak of bad luck in the past im guessing.. sucks man. Yeah i wish we carried the 32 in store. Corporate decisions *sigh
we don't see things as they are; we see things as we are.
Maybe bestbuy clerk loved your tablet
I think originally the GN 10.1 used perforated security tape that was easy to break and that's what happened when they get thrown/kicked around by the shipping company. My 2nd GN 10.1 didn't have perforation on the security tape and came sealed on both ends whereas the 1st with perforation tore on one side.
Just recieved mine 32g today from Bestbuy. The sealed are indeed perforated right on the seems and unfortunately the seals are both broken. But all the stickers on the tablet was intact and no finger prints so its currently charging before I play.
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Just recieved mine 32g today from Bestbuy. The sealed are indeed perforated right on the seems and unfortunately the seals are both broken. But all the stickers on the tablet was intact and no finger prints so its currently charging before I play.
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This seems to happen a lot with these 32 gb units. I think that early on.there was a problem with 16gb units being shipped in 32gb boxes. They may have just been confirming.
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Even if there's a perfectly understandable reason for it, I don't think the public should ever have to settle for a box with broken seals. I bought my 16gb in person at a best buy store. They brought one of each color to the front desk, and all the seals were broken. They were reasonable and brought me a tablet with seals still in tact. I later exchanged this one because it crashed during an OTA update. At the customer service desk, they had trouble finding another one in a sealed box.
Some guy is selling a bumper on eBay. He says he bought it from a carrier and that it is legit. What do you guys think? AFAIK, this is the first one I've seen for sell. I'm tempted to get this and dBrand's white leather vinyl...
I posted the link on reddit and it seems that the users believe that it is legit so I wanted to know what XDA thought.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/121083326894?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649
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Some guy is selling a bumper on eBay. He says he bought it from a carrier and that it is legit. What do you guys think? AFAIK, this is the first one I've seen for sell. I'm tempted to get this and dBrand's white leather vinyl...
I posted the link on reddit and it seems that the users believe that it is legit so I wanted to know what XDA thought.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/121083326894?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2185159
Probably Legit or one of the Repicas
Ohgami_Ichiro said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2185159
Probably Legit or one of the Repicas
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He seems to have a receipt so I'm inclined to believe that it's real.
Part numbers on the bar code are different to the black one and hologram looks real so could very well be legit
This guys reserve price is above 24.99. Ask me how I know
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He seems to have a receipt so I'm inclined to believe that it's real.
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It's the quite easy to forget receipt.
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it's legit he bought it from Videotron I saw it there too when I bought mine
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it's legit he bought it from Videotron I saw it there too when I bought mine
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Did yours also come with the warranty paperwork underneath the cardboard that holds the bumper up? That may be one of the best indicators of legitimacy, I don't think any of the replicas bother going that far.
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Did yours also come with the warranty paperwork underneath the cardboard that holds the bumper up? That may be one of the best indicators of legitimacy, I don't think any of the replicas bother going that far.
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yep but it was only valid for australia.
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Did yours also come with the warranty paperwork underneath the cardboard that holds the bumper up? That may be one of the best indicators of legitimacy, I don't think any of the replicas bother going that far.
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Some of the replicas do come with the warranty paperwork. I've bought a couple that have it. Not only that, both the original and the replicas only include paperwork for Australia and New Zealand for some strange reason. If you have a real bumper and a fake one, the most obvious difference is the plastic around the charger port. It's much more refined looking on the real thing, but even still, you need to have a real one there to compare it to.
Not that it means anything, and it easily could be a fake, but the country of origin is Korea, lg is from Korea. Also, I've been around eBay for a lllloooonnnggg time and have found that generally if someone has 100% rating and is selling something of like that and barely making a profit the item is 9.999 times out of 10 as described. If that makes any sense. Generally with ebay, using it as much as I have, you just get a sense that the seller is legit. buyer protection is excellent between PayPal and eBay, so much so, I've been scammed once on eBay, fortunately, it was minor.
I bought this one for 16.99 free shipping on the 17th it arrived today. It fits great, buttons are very tactile. I was going to order another and the price went up. http://www.ebay.com/itm/350741240702
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I bought this one for 16.99 free shipping on the 17th it arrived today. It fits great, buttons are very tactile. I was going to order another and the price went up. http://www.ebay.com/itm/350741240702
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That is definitely a replica, nice though
Yes 100% replica
I knew it was a replica before I paid, it's not a big deal to me as long as it does its job.
Is the bumper still on eBay?
Hey,
I wanted to know if any of your are experiencing the same thing I did. I just purchase the Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 Edition White 16gb and received it in a package that you can easily tamper. It was not taped shut. The package itself for the product has both seals broken. I took out the product, it seems to have not been touched.
Can you return it and ask for an replacement. It Doesn't sound legit how they sold the device to you.
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Can you return it and ask for an replacement. It Doesn't sound legit how they sold the device to you.
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Yeah I just called them for a replacement. They are going to send me one for 1 day delivery so it should be here tomorrow. I am just really upset with them right now because I have been waiting for the device. I was just wondering if other people that have purchased the tab from Amazon got a broken sealed tablet.
a lot of people complained about this with lasr year's note. I forgot what amazons reason was. mine came sealed.
i got a 16gb black shipped from bestbuy and seals were in tact.
My cousin ordered one off amazon and the seal was broken. Half his screen did not function and the home button was busted. Luckily, he was able to get a replacement.
Thanks guys for responding. I thought it was uncommon. I guess its not. My replacement just shipped out. Hopefully the seal isn't broken again...