HP Touchpad Thread (NO Discussion Of Personal Buying/Selling)

savemejebus · 22-08-2011 01:53PM

Squeeonline wrote: »

ah, I'm looking at 32gb. Not really sure why, as it has a microSD slot so memory isnt really an issue.

UNLIKE WITH THE IPAD!

32gb down to 889

don't think it has a microSD slot

Dman001 · 22-08-2011 01:53PM

I just bit the bullet and ordered a full price 16gb. Either HP will refund the difference or I can return no questions asked with the 7 day no quibble period. Handy enough cos they have a collection point in Dublin so I should be able to pick it up and return it at the same time

My gut feel is HP will refund the money to anyone who paid full price...

c

long_b wrote: »

Went from 616 to 615 ... poor bastard ...

Awkward.....

Phibsboro · 22-08-2011 01:54PM

long_b wrote: »

Went from 616 to 615 ... poor bastard ...

Thats me

All online shopping in europe has a 7 day no quibble return policy

From their own website

Unwanted or unsuitable products may be returned to hpshop.ie within 7 working days of receipt of goods. This is in line with the "Distance Selling Directive" as long as the goods are not opened and the packaging remains in an ‘as new’ state and the goods are in a resalebale condition.

rivalius13 · 22-08-2011 01:54PM

Squeeonline wrote: »

Dman001 wrote: »

Saying 615 for me know (16GB)?

ah, I'm looking at 32gb. Not really sure why, as it has a microSD slot so memory isnt really an issue.

UNLIKE WITH THE IPAD!

32gb down to 889

There is no memory card slot. You trolling had failed and you look silly, good day to you sir.

generalmiaow · 22-08-2011 01:55PM

Anyone in email contact with hpshop? I mailed them earlier, but haven't heard back. They have a good few UK people looking at them too, in a thread I saw somewhere on some other site, but I don't know if they actually deliver abroad.

Doodee · 22-08-2011 01:55PM

Phibsboro wrote: »

I just bit the bullet and ordered a full price 16gb. Either HP will refund the difference or I can return no questions asked with the 7 day no quibble period. Handy enough cos they have a collection point in Dublin so I should be able to pick it up and return it at the same time

My gut feel is HP will refund the money to anyone who paid full price...

c

worthwhile purchasing from Amazon then?

Voodu Child · 22-08-2011 01:57PM

Went out to HN Carrickmines earlier and missed the last ones by a few mins, few people checking them out at the til as I went in

Went over to PC World and the fella there said they only had 6 in stock since the release and hadn't sold any. I'd say it'll be the same in most places here, small stock levels and the staff will take most.

Wiirdo · 22-08-2011 02:00PM

Voodu Child wrote: »

Went out to HN Carrickmines earlier and missed the last ones by a few mins, few people checking them out at the til as I went in

Went over to PC World and the fella there said they only had 6 in stock since the release and hadn't sold any. I'd say it'll be the same in most places here, small stock levels and the staff will take most.

I reserved one this morning and they said grand we'll keep it. Think they'll still have it?

Squeeonline · 22-08-2011 02:00PM

rivalius13 wrote: »

There is no memory card slot. You trolling had failed and you look silly, good day to you sir.

hmm. I read that there was a microSD card. I only got on this horse yesterday... That's disappointing. 32gb version it is then!

Voodu Child · 22-08-2011 02:01PM

Wiirdo wrote: »

I reserved one this morning and they said grand we'll keep it. Think they'll still have it?

I hope not

Wiirdo · 22-08-2011 02:03PM

Voodu Child wrote: »

I hope not

They better have it I reserved it REALLY early.

paddyp · 22-08-2011 02:03PM

If you can put an sd card reader in a wireless router someone will figure out how to put one in this,

Squeeonline · 22-08-2011 02:03PM

celj wrote: »

Are you guaranteed one if you have an Argos reservation number??

I really hope so. But then it would be unfair if people reserved loads of them (no obligation to buy) to stop people walking in and buying them.

celj · 22-08-2011 02:04PM

Squeeonline wrote: »

I really hope so. But then it would be unfair if people reserved loads of them (no obligation to buy) to stop people walking in and buying them.

I've reserved 1.I'll kick off in there if they sold MINE!!!:pac:

bricky06 · 22-08-2011 02:04PM

celj wrote: »

Are you guaranteed one if you have an Argos reservation number??

i really hope so!

Dman001 · 22-08-2011 02:08PM

Sgt Pepper 64 wrote: »

So everyones going mad for something that isnt going to be supported, has few apps and isnt going to be developed, you wont be able to take back and that a netbook would do the job just as well if not better?

Just because its reduced?!

The Good: The HP TouchPad uses Palm's unique WebOS interface and delivers Adobe Flash-enabled Web browsing, Beats audio enhancement, and impressive compatibility with third-party calendar, messaging, and e-mail services.
The Bad: The TouchPad has a thick, smudgy design, offers no rear camera or HD video capture, includes a limited app selection, and its unique cards system of multitasking isn't as fully utilized as it could be.
The Bottom Line: The TouchPad would have made a great competitor for the original iPad, but its design, features, and speed put it behind today's crop of tablet heavyweights.

But for €99, who could say no?

Squeeonline · 22-08-2011 02:08PM

Sgt Pepper 64 wrote: »

So everyones going mad for something that isnt going to be supported, has few apps and isnt going to be developed, you wont be able to take back and that a netbook would do the job just as well if not better?

Just because its reduced?!

The Good: The HP TouchPad uses Palm's unique WebOS interface and delivers Adobe Flash-enabled Web browsing, Beats audio enhancement, and impressive compatibility with third-party calendar, messaging, and e-mail services.
The Bad: The TouchPad has a thick, smudgy design, offers no rear camera or HD video capture, includes a limited app selection, and its unique cards system of multitasking isn't as fully utilized as it could be.
The Bottom Line: The TouchPad would have made a great competitor for the original iPad, but its design, features, and speed put it behind today's crop of tablet heavyweights.

Doesnt matter a toss. There's a team working on porting Gingerbread to it. So you'll have the good hardware with great software.

I wont miss a camera (generally carry my proper one with me when I'll need it, or have my phone which'll do the job if required), but I do like the idea of decent speakers.

celj · 22-08-2011 02:08PM

Sgt Pepper 64 wrote: »

So everyones going mad for something that isnt going to be supported, has few apps and isnt going to be developed, you wont be able to take back and that a netbook would do the job just as well if not better?

Just because its reduced?!

The Good: The HP TouchPad uses Palm's unique WebOS interface and delivers Adobe Flash-enabled Web browsing, Beats audio enhancement, and impressive compatibility with third-party calendar, messaging, and e-mail services.
The Bad: The TouchPad has a thick, smudgy design, offers no rear camera or HD video capture, includes a limited app selection, and its unique cards system of multitasking isn't as fully utilized as it could be.
The Bottom Line: The TouchPad would have made a great competitor for the original iPad, but its design, features, and speed put it behind today's crop of tablet heavyweights.

Don't buy one so.Problem solved.

Villain · 22-08-2011 02:09PM

Sgt Pepper 64 wrote: »

So everyones going mad for something that isnt going to be supported, has few apps and isnt going to be developed, you wont be able to take back and that a netbook would do the job just as well if not better?

Just because its reduced?!

The Good: The HP TouchPad uses Palm's unique WebOS interface and delivers Adobe Flash-enabled Web browsing, Beats audio enhancement, and impressive compatibility with third-party calendar, messaging, and e-mail services.
The Bad: The TouchPad has a thick, smudgy design, offers no rear camera or HD video capture, includes a limited app selection, and its unique cards system of multitasking isn't as fully utilized as it could be.
The Bottom Line: The TouchPad would have made a great competitor for the original iPad, but its design, features, and speed put it behind today's crop of tablet heavyweights.

Well if you put Android on it....

Voodu Child · 22-08-2011 02:09PM

Sgt Pepper 64 wrote: »

So everyones going mad for something that isnt going to be supported, has few apps and isnt going to be developed, you wont be able to take back and that a netbook would do the job just as well if not better?

Just because its reduced?!

I don't even know what it is, but if everybody else wants one, it must be good!

Doodee · 22-08-2011 02:09PM

Sgt Pepper 64 wrote: »

So everyones going mad for something that isnt going to be supported, has few apps and isnt going to be developed, you wont be able to take back and that a netbook would do the job just as well if not better?

Just because its reduced?!

The Good: The HP TouchPad uses Palm's unique WebOS interface and delivers Adobe Flash-enabled Web browsing, Beats audio enhancement, and impressive compatibility with third-party calendar, messaging, and e-mail services.
The Bad: The TouchPad has a thick, smudgy design, offers no rear camera or HD video capture, includes a limited app selection, and its unique cards system of multitasking isn't as fully utilized as it could be.
The Bottom Line: The TouchPad would have made a great competitor for the original iPad, but its design, features, and speed put it behind today's crop of tablet heavyweights.

The modding communities will be on top of it quite fast and will probably create a nice ecosystem.
Same thing happened with Nokia tablets a few years back. for 99euro it is a bargain given its specs.

iknorr · 22-08-2011 02:09PM

Sgt Pepper 64 wrote: »

So everyones going mad for something that isnt going to be supported, has few apps and isnt going to be developed, you wont be able to take back and that a netbook would do the job just as well if not better?

Just because its reduced?!

The Good: The HP TouchPad uses Palm's unique WebOS interface and delivers Adobe Flash-enabled Web browsing, Beats audio enhancement, and impressive compatibility with third-party calendar, messaging, and e-mail services.
The Bad: The TouchPad has a thick, smudgy design, offers no rear camera or HD video capture, includes a limited app selection, and its unique cards system of multitasking isn't as fully utilized as it could be.
The Bottom Line: The TouchPad would have made a great competitor for the original iPad, but its design, features, and speed put it behind today's crop of tablet heavyweights.

Solution: Android Port

Jimdagym · 22-08-2011 02:10PM

Sgt Pepper 64 wrote: »

So everyones going mad for something that isnt going to be supported, has few apps and isnt going to be developed, you wont be able to take back and that a netbook would do the job just as well if not better?

Just because its reduced?!

The Good: The HP TouchPad uses Palm's unique WebOS interface and delivers Adobe Flash-enabled Web browsing, Beats audio enhancement, and impressive compatibility with third-party calendar, messaging, and e-mail services.
The Bad: The TouchPad has a thick, smudgy design, offers no rear camera or HD video capture, includes a limited app selection, and its unique cards system of multitasking isn't as fully utilized as it could be.
The Bottom Line: The TouchPad would have made a great competitor for the original iPad, but its design, features, and speed put it behind today's crop of tablet heavyweights.

Good luck getting a dual core netbook for a ton.

Phibsboro · 22-08-2011 02:10PM

Doodee wrote: »

worthwhile purchasing from Amazon then?

Exactly ye. The issue there is that it will be a pita to return it and the Distance Selling regs say the returns costs are down to you. So if it doesn't work out you've got to organise to get it back and pay the postage. I also ordered one on Currys.ie as I know they are dropping to 99 in the morning. I suspect they will cancel my order as out of stock, but we'll see...

paddyp · 22-08-2011 02:11PM

Sgt Pepper 64 wrote: »

So everyones going mad for something that isnt going to be supported, has few apps and isnt going to be developed, you wont be able to take back and that a netbook would do the job just as well if not better?

Just because its reduced?!

The Good: The HP TouchPad uses Palm's unique WebOS interface and delivers Adobe Flash-enabled Web browsing, Beats audio enhancement, and impressive compatibility with third-party calendar, messaging, and e-mail services.
The Bad: The TouchPad has a thick, smudgy design, offers no rear camera or HD video capture, includes a limited app selection, and its unique cards system of multitasking isn't as fully utilized as it could be.
The Bottom Line: The TouchPad would have made a great competitor for the original iPad, but its design, features, and speed put it behind today's crop of tablet heavyweights.

Yeah nobody buy one OK

... please

Squeeonline · 22-08-2011 02:12PM

Troll: Defeated.

celj · 22-08-2011 02:14PM

Pcworld Cork,all reserved at the lower price tomorrow.No more coming in.

22-08-2011 02:14PM

Today will officially be known as F5 day. :pac:

Sgt Pepper 64 · 22-08-2011 02:17PM

Squeeonline wrote: »

Troll: Defeated.

I'd be careful using the word troll my friend, all I am doing is pointing out this insane desire for something just because its cheap.
100 euro is still a lot of money in my book to throw at something and find it useless or not suited to what you wanted it to do after a month or so.
No harm in that is there?

somakasvh · 22-08-2011 02:17PM

Anyone who got a 32GB want to swap for a 16GB + cash?

HP Touchpad Thread (NO Discussion Of Personal Buying/Selling)

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