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[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] BarryH_GEG:
As there is no Mr. Asus, anyone spoken to, especially over a weekend, is most likely a minimium wage plebe who probably works at a contracted outsourced customer contact center. Whether at Asus, GameStop, BB, or anywhere else, the people providing information are only relaying the information provided to them from much further up the food chain. And they'll keep quoting it verbatim until the higher end of the food chain provides them with something new to say. In other words, it's only accurate at the time it's quoted and whether it changes or not has nothing to do with people saying it. As whacky as this whole process has been the finale won't occur until the devices are physically in people's hands.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] blackinjun:
SmartAs$Phone

Take a breath and say wuusaah. If you know what I mean from the original then you understand. They are young and until you get to 35-50 the message you imparted will not be received by 8 of 10. Yes I understand but it took years, over 2 score and 4. You will feel better if you point things out with the understanding that you should be teaching or passing a lesson on instead of disciplining.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] newellj79:
No change in my order at bestbuy.com. Still says "pre-ordered", and "release date 12/18/11". I placed my order on 12/2. It just feels good knowing they finally took the money. Like maybe something is actually going to happen. There was a hold on funds for bestbuy up untill a couple of days ago and the hold was released. Like I said though, they actually withdrew the money today. If anything changes before info makes it here I'll post.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] skeeter123:
Interesting. I thunked BB didn't take the $$ until the order shipped. Hmmmm. I wonders...

Nicely BAMF'D
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Arun01:
........Told you.His money was taken because the product is on the way.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Blairware:
You're right of course

Yeah, you are 100% right, I just got to a point where I felt sick to death of the "all me, all the time" vibe I was getting in here... Not gonna listen to me I know, but I felt better just getting it off my chest.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] vindicator:
Mine says that same thing - got charged about an hour ago. Heres to hoping it ships this week :D
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] beavertank:
With the people seeing the charges, are you sure they're the real deal and not just a repeat authorization? Because on preorders, at least done with debit cards, what I understand (and have seen with my own preorder here) is that they'll reauthorize the charge every 8 days - and this authorization puts a hold on the full amount of funds (no matter what their policies claim they will/will not do).

I got re-charged today for the full amount, but it lines up with the 8 days thing. Does it for the rest of you, or is this an out-of-sequence charge (which would imply good things to me :)).
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] vindicator:
Not sure - we will have to see if the charges actually post.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Selutha:
So I take it you have canceled your prime and gave the money to the red Santa?

I do understand your dislike of some of the attitude but, if it is bothering you so much just don't read the threads, google for the release date, read news that was released on some tech sites, and pass over XDA forums. It seems they are really getting under your skin, maybe you should avoid the threads and enjoy your holiday?

It does no good to get upset on the internet, hope your days improve.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Cordy:
It is what it is guys. Some people just get up in arms more than others over things.

@SmartAs$Phone, while I agree to a degree, no reason to let people bother you. In fact I had to stop responding to posts myself because we as people will believe what we want to and feel what we want to, so no reason for me to try to convince anyone else how they should feel. As far as the Prime, I'm cool calm and patient. I am buying it for myself for Christmas, but thats only cause I wouldn't ask anyone to buy it for me. I did though buy my sig. other an iPad 2 for Christmas. So I'm covered in that department. Shouldn't we all be getting along since afterall this is the holidays and well we all clearly have the same interest in technology.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] rosco64209:
alot of chatter about the prime being on time over the past hour.

http://www.slashgear.com/asus-puts-...ms-transformer-prime-is-on-schedule-10201473/
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] SwissyChief:
Nice, that's the second "Official" denying of the delay by ASUS. I feel like contacting NCIX with this information and asking them if my device will get here on time... but there's just no point anymore. If by the 20th we don't see "shipped' as the status for our orders, we'll know something ain't right. If it ships, it ships.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] newellj79:
I am sure that there was not a hold placed back on the funds. It has been withdrawn.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] demandarin:
Sounds good.

Asus said, "We are trying to confirm who released this statement and for what purpose right now. At this point, we still show to be on schedule to start shipments the week of 12/19. I will provide an update once I have additional information.”

Sounds like the same thing Said to The Verge. I hope their sources they speak of wasn't The Verge..lol. Slash gear also reported they had no wifi issues at all with their test device.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Frosty666:
Would it be weird if I wanted a grey tablet and a gold dock? I like the not-too-purple grey colour of the tablet, but the grey dock looks overly purple. I dont like the yellow/chrome look that the gold tablet has, whereas I like the look of the gold dock which seems more chrome-like and less yellow.

I wonder what it would look like when docked or closed. I give I'll have to see them both in person before making any decisions.

Sent from my Snapdragon.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] BongoBong:
I would say its a bit weird. Mainly because the dock and tablet should have the exact same material and colour. It would definitely be weird if they didn't

That said one reviewer had a champagne tablet and amethyst dock and it actually looked pretty cool!
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Wordlywisewiz:
Right now I'm without a dock :(
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Vaanhoot:
I ordered my prime from Best Buy Canada and the funds where withdrawn today. I have a spend alert feature that tells me of transactions over $200. There was a hold on my funds on and off since preorder on Nov 22, but the spend alert went off today telling me the funds where withdrawn by Best Buy. My order still says processing but I think they are getting ready to ship.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] newellj79:
Nice. What's the supposed release date in Canada?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] xGary:
BB Canada has told me multiple times that they will not start shipping until the release date (Dec 20). So if that is what you mean by "ready to ship" then I guess..
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Vaanhoot:
Yeah they sent a follow up email saying it won't be shipped until Dec 20. It is expected to arrive Jan 2. Seems long time for shipping.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] EP2008:
You realize it's the busiest time of the year for shipping anything? Consider yourself lucky to be getting it Jan 2... assuming there are no delays getting the TF2 to the store. Asus already said that the units are delayed indefinitely because of wifi issues...
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] wynand32:
You know what's frustrating? Seeing the same old crap that's already been debunked repeated ad nauseum as if it's fact. ASUS did NOT say that units are delayed indefinitely, rather they've publicly stated that shipments will go on as planned on the 19th. Regardless of what actually happens, the fact is that ASUS has made no official statements otherwise.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] strikethreeout:
"Asus already said that the units are delayed indefinitely because of wifi issues..."

False.

http://www.theverge.com/2011/12/10/2627270/asus-denies-rumors-of-transformer-prime-delay
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] doeboy711:
Where did you see where ASUS said they are delaying it, not some other website claiming its been delayed?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] SwissyChief:
It's pretty much official that this thing is delayed IN CANADA. As for the US, Asus US has spoken out and say it was shipping on the weeks of the 12/19. There are plenty of official sources for the delay (BB, Futureshop, NCIX, ect), and the official Asus US rep. quote is from a website, so I don't know how official it really is. One thing's for sure, it IS delayed in Canada. We exactly a week to wait to see if this thing is actually delayed, so be patient and next thing you know it'll either be at your doorstep or not.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] EP2008:
Don't shoot the messenger. I don't follow Prime news and the "same old crap" is something announced only a few days ago. Relax.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Vaanhoot:
How do we know it is delayed in Canada? Mine is ordered from BB Canada and they assured me that mine would be shipped on December 20. In fact yesterday they withdrew the purchase amount from my credit card, not a hold but actual withdrawal. Surely that means they will be shipping soon.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] wynand32:
Actually, it would only take a modicum of reading to know that what you're reporting is old news that has already been asked and answered numerous times. It's not the message I'm complaining about in this case.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] EP2008:
Actually, it was not old news for me. Canadian blog sites have been reporting the delay as late as a few hours ago. Major retailers have announced today that they will not be shipping any Primes before Xmas.

So it's new news and no reason to get upset over.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] starfcker69:
Seems I was right - and that was back in October! Asus has really messed with the other hardware manufacturers - either accidentally or on purpose. Does anyone feel like they've been cheated by Asus?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] wynand32:
Um... er... What?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] starfcker69:
For some reason I typed Acer instead of Asus...sorry.:o
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] JPxM0Dz:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=VzXfSSVmx2I
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Tplane37:
What happened?

So, everything I have read says that the Prime was scheduled for release on Dec. 19, 2011. It's now nearly a month later and I still cannot find a retailer, online or otherwise, that has these things in stock. In fact, some sites are still offering "Pre-Orders" on the Primes. I am looking to get my hands on the 64GB Prime and the docking station soon, but other than eBay, I can't find a place to get one!

The few that I have found on eBay are ranging from $780 to over $1,000, and one add says he has the docking stations for $199. Though it says they are new, I have had issues in the past on eBay and would rather obtain one directly from a reputable retailer. I called ASUS and asked what the deal was with none of the retailers having any available, the only answer I got was that shipments are going as planned and that no additional information was available.

Anyone know what the deal is? Since they are "available" on eBay, does that mean that they were actually released already? Did ASUS just underestimate the demand and can't keep up? Some info here would be appreciated.

I need to get a tablet soon, but don't want to end up dropping $700 on a tablet other than the Prime 64GB just to find out a week later that the stores are flooded with the tablet I actually wanted.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] demandarin:
Don't listen tl this thread as its sold as hell..lol. The Prime is out. I had mines since 12/22 and works great. The demand is just so high for this great piece of technology. You can still get them from online. Of course it hasn't dropped in stores yet but will eventually. Don't buy one overpriced from eBay..lol. check out Bestbuy online, Newegg, Gamestop, Office depot, maybe tiger direct, and there's more out there. you just have to keep searching. Primes are still arriving in peoples possession as I can tell from the threads. Good luck on your journey to get one and hopefully it'll be in your possession sooner than later. make sure to post your impression of it once it arrives.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Tplane37:
Awesome. Thanks.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] nook-color:
If you're looking for local pickup, the Chicago area Fry's has the Grey 64GB in stock @ the store. Might be a sign that inventory is coming into stock, if you want to pick up local, start checking the Fry's inventory in your area.

IIRC -- TF101 rolled out in Local Fry's before other B&M stores.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] knoxploration:
Just remember, GPS doesn't work and rather than fix the problem, Asus simply removed it from the spec sheet and pretended there wasn't a problem. Also, remember that some segment of the user base also report problems with wifi and bluetooth, and some reviews have corroborated this (it's believed to be caused by the same thing as the GPS problem -- an all-metal case that shields the antennas.) Oh, and remember it only has one speaker, not two like the original Transformer. And doesn't work with the original Transformer dock, when Asus said it would. Oh, and to top it all off, within just a couple of weeks of going on sale, it's been superceded by a newer model that fixes many of the above problems, and greatly increases resolution.

You have to wonder why Asus ever launched the Prime in the first place. They appear to have done their level best to kneecap it from day one.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] lancer3397:
bit disingenuous here.

it has actually got two speakers - they just happen to be mounted together in one side on the case.

the newer model won't be out till later in the year. is more money and depending on which article you read it could be Q2 or the end of 2012 (a german article quotes the end of the year).
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] rirawin:
Becasue its shiny and new.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] DrizzlePistol:
Any word on the resolution on the screen yet? If it`s not over 1280 x 800, I would be really disappointed.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] timlot:
I was so hoping they would make the casing out of aluminum. There is no denying the premium feel of the iPad when you hold it because of the metal casing. The fingerprints are a trade off I'm willing to make plus making it thinner doesn't hurt.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Orion66:
Well am pretty sure it will be 1280x800. Believe me - it is good. Few weeks ago I bought in TMobie Ipda2. Ipad2 has really low res. After 4 months with TF and its display Ipad2 looks poor.

Ipad2 power is the quantity of apps and very fast system. But I still love TF. SO am selling TF1 to get TF2 ASAP. :rolleyes:
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Bob Smith42:
I agree with you. I am looking for 1366x768 or higher (and ICS) before upgrading tablets. :)
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] DrizzlePistol:
Still, it`s really sad if they are not going to bump up the resolution to atleast 1440 x 900. Just look at Galaxy Nexus, it has a 4.65" screen and pumps out 1280 x 720. Most tablets have a 10.1" screen and you would think that the resolution, would be greatly improved from previous generations.

And as a side note: I know from the nvidia tegra roadmap, that Tegra 3 (Kal-el) fully supports 1920 x 1200 resolution.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] punman:
+1

More people should listen to this advice. If you keep waiting for the next new gadget you'll never buy anything, because there's always something else waiting in the wings that's newer and shinier.

I've been burned so many times buying on the bleeding edge, too. It's ok to buy a device that's been out for 6 months or so, by the time you get it, the dev community is well established and most of the bugs are worked out. Or, if not, it's an utter failure and no one has one any more, and then aren't you glad you didn't buy it right away? :)
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] sontin:
Tegra 3 is reason enough for me to change. More and faster Cores, a much better Videodecoder and a low power Core for active Standby. My Transformer with Tegra 2 has a few annoying bugs.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] godsfshrmn:
That is.. you hope its a much better decoder.. Ours is supposed to handle 1080p, yet hiccups at 720p :(
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] mikelt89:
Stop crying you little babies, if you wanna watch high definition movies use your HD TV or your PC.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] mikelt89:
Technolegy geeks don't understand it, just let them buy the TF2 when it comes out and then the TF3 staight when it released, until they realize they wasting their time buying the most advanced piece of hardware rather what they really need. I bought my TF1 for collage and I am super happy with it, yes it has some flaws but nothing that bothers me too much. I am excited of every new hardware that take some attention too (like the TF2) but every time I buy something I tell myself I should stick with it at least a year or so, unless I am very disapointed with what I bought, but that's not the case with TF1.

I not saying nobody should buy the TF2 becouse they bought the TF1 already, I just hope they don't buy it just to get the latest and greatest hardware to stay ahead all the time, and that's something that never ends..
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] sontin:
nVidia said back at MWC that Tegra 3 supports 1440p (2560x1440) with 40Mbit/s.

I think that this time there will be no problem with 1080p@High.

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Why do you think there is a miniHDMI? ;)
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] ryan stewart:
I'm staying put. This one easily meets my needs. I'm not really one to upgrade just to upgrade. Since they already said this one will get ICS its not like I need to get the new one to get new functionality. Id like more HP but I will wait until I actually need it to ugprade. A higher reso would be nice if it was the case but this thing already plays 720p videos at full res and those fill up memory bad enough, I dont need 1080p on a 10" screen.

Besides, Im already committing hundreds of dollars on getting the new Nexus or the next ASOP ICS device, whichever comes out on Sprint.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] trekkie1701:
Looks amazing, I'll be pre-ordering as soon as I can! :)
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] uploder:
I just think its funny that some people think the TF2 will be released this year. Sometime in January? maybe but even thats too soon if ya ask me. enjoy your waiting, ill be swiping on my tf1 with a smile :D
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] ckoadiyn:
Normally I agree with get one thing and keep it but in my case I just can't see flushing 400$ in to a device with the chance of a new better one out in a couple months possibly which is why I think I'm returning mine. If it ends up being a couple month wait I'd rather hold out. Bugs don't bother me hw probs send it to manufacture. This is just my case tho had I bought it a few months ago I wouldn't want the new one over the old one but seeing how I just got it this week I'd rather return it and wait n be happy w that one for a yr plus. And with more being said on the 9th they would be smart to push for this year right before Christmas and maybe black Friday would be dumb as **** marketing wise to do it first q of next year due to people will have just spent money on Christmas and whatever holiday.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] goodintentions:
It's important to remind ourselves that announcement date is different than release date. We now know that they will announce the TF2 in November. When they will release this puppy is an entirely different matter.

That said, my rule of thumb is always to buy something not first gen. The TF1 is a fluke for me. I couldn't resist the temptation when I saw the opportunity to buy the TF+dock brand new for $380. That said, it really is better to wait. The absolute latest and greatest cutting edge technology always have major bugs. There's no escaping this.

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I agree completely with you. You should do what you think is best. That said, keep in mind that the TF2 will be around $500.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Caboz28:
I will probably pick one up and keep my current. One for work and one for play?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] DaveRichardson:
You keep dropping that line. Can you link me to a blog post/article with official information on pricing? (A quote from Shih or from an Asus press release--not a blog on Wordpress just making stuff up.)

I want to believe Asus will hold the $400 line!
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] ckoadiyn:
I know announcement dates are diff LOL it could be two weeks could be 2 or 3 months depending and 500 is fine if I already droped 400$ and can get it back by returning it lol. :D only thing I really would like for this one to do is hire res I know its just 10inch but that's me. People say the galaxy nexus w 720p is pointless I beg to diff tho.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] sontin:
Why do you think the CES is after and not before Christmas? ;)

It makes no sense to announce and show a product before christmas which you can not buy. That will kill of all sales of the older products in the hottest time of the year for a High-Tech company.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] goodintentions:
techreport.com/discussions.x/21768

www.tcmagazine.com/tcm/news/hardware/40996/asus-eee-pad-transformer-2-said-cost-499

Whether the TF1 will drop in price or not I don't care. I paid $380 for TF+dock brand new. You still won't find such a deal even today.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] jblah:
so it looks like they will announce it november 9th? is that the day we can pick it up at the store or is it the date when they will announce WHEN we can pick it up at the store?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] DaveRichardson:
That's like, six-degrees-of-Kevin-Bacon hearsay.

Regardless, I'm with you on getting a good deal the first time around. I picked up my TF101 for $300, but if I could unload it for that much today and pick up a TF2 in two months for another benjamin, I would.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] jblah:
well thats good. its too bad that deal doesn't exist now or i might really have to consider that over getting the prime. but i am looking forward to getting the tegra 3. the tablet itself should have decent battery life due to the "idle" core. i guess we'll see when the official specs are announced on the 9th. i guess i will not get a good deal on the tablet but should be able to wait for the dock price to go down. i have until dec 5th - 9th before i have to get a tablet.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] wynand32:
I do remember reading where the guy said the TF2 (now Prime, of course) was going to be $499. However, he never said which version, so it's entirely possible that he was thinking of the 32GB model.

Personally, although the geek in me is itching to buy the TF Prime the second it's released, the more practical side is telling me to wait. Yes, my TF might lose a little value over my selling it now, but of course I'm still using it in the meantime, and that use itself has value to me. I'd hate to sell mine now and then wait until January to get my hands on a TF Prime because it's not released until the end of November and then sells out.

I'll probably swap mine out after CES, when we see what other devices are coming. Lots of cool things in the pipeline from Qualcomm and TI, and so who knows if the Tegra 3 is even going to be the hottest chipset going? I love my TF, but not so much that I don't want to at least see what else will be available before committing to the next version.