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[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Cordy:
No sir I am not kidding you, especially since what you said has nothing to do with what I stated. So please read over what I stated another time. Unfortunately for you, you made an assumption based on your own experience with the staff and generalized everyone. First and foremost don't expect them to be aware of something they don't sell. That was your first mistake. Hell even employees at Best Buy's which all sell tablets don't know what it is. Lastly read my second response. It is all done in a manufacturing process, GameStop stores sell products and that is it. The stores will recieve those tablets with the software bundled and the packages sealed. They haven't gotten as big as they are if they were all "idiots".
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] BiGMERF:
i will be pissed.. it better not have anything to do with being able to get ICS on time ! and they better be removable
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Cordy:
your statement regarding ICS is a bit unclear but from what I gather you are stating you will be unhappy if the pre-bundled software makes those tablets take longer to get ICS. The answer to that will be no. They are just games (apks), they do not touch the actual OS in any manner. Which kind of brings me to the last point. I assume they are uninstallable. If they just install them like normal then they are on the data partition and a wipe will remove them although I'm not sure why you would want to get rid of free games. That was kinda one of the points of buying the tablet from GameStop aside from them actually having it. Now if their apps are installed on the system then thats a different story. But it's not like we don't have root to remove it anyways and on ICS you can disable apps. But again if you are given free games and you have 32GB of storage plus expandable memory, why is this even a concern.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] erniev:
same with me
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] copc:
Me too and it would have been delivered right to me for free! :mad:
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] jzen:
I hope some idiot doesnt open my prime and fiddle with it... I want it sealed in the box from asus with software codes... IMO if its opened then its not a new product and should be sold as used.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Haro912:
Honestly if I got an opened box and someone told me it was "new" I would laugh and be like no it's opened I want a big discount or I'm taking my money elsewhere
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] nxp3:
Which one in houston?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] nukemanmd:
GS stores have shink wrap machines.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] delpiero223:
I would be happy, if it was opened and filled with games...

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[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] BiGMERF:
dont know if i will hold this preorder.. just preordered with amazon, free overnight.. saving 50 dollars on tax. is te ****
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Bimboy:
Yeah, but I'll be interested in seeing when that overnight shipping will occur. I got on that wagon too, but if I had to wager, I'd guess that they're not going to ship these until Jan. I have a feeling that they lied, saying they made a mistake cancelling our orders, and simply did not have any 32gb grays in their initial shipment. The 32gb gold model already shipped from Amazon.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] The_FNG:
Passed by GameStop in Northpark Mall in DFW this weekend. The MOD told me that their next two orders (no specifics) were "already spoken for", and that it would be the end of January before they really expected any product for "stock".
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] nxp3:
Yeah, but I know for a fact the transformer and prime don't come in shrinkwrap. It comes in a box with an official sealed security sticker. If you peel the sticker, it shows as tampered with.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] BiGMERF:
Prime due today and best buy calls me just now.. not in until the 23rd.. fags
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Bimboy:
Well, I was assured Saturday that my GameStop in-store pre-order would be available on the 19th. I just went down this morning, and was told "hopefully on the 23rd". At least you guys didn't the extra hour drive to get dicked around.

I'm getting the feeling that my eggs in multiple basket won't be enough to overcome ASUS' total ****up of this product delivery.

Imagine if ASUS had the delivery network of Sammy or Apple? They'd have killed this Christmas. I have to think that this crap has cost them many millions by those (like two co-workers) that purchased iPad2s after being canceled twice.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] smashingblue:
The only reason I still have orders out for this tablet is that there is no equivalent tablet out there. I really wish there was, as I'd dump ASUS as a brand to the side of the road and put my allegiance in another more capable company.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] jonalisa:
I understand your disappointment, but I find that word offensive.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] :
Find it strange that manufacturers and stores can not / or would like to share the exact delivery date. Or they do not know themselves when the product is is manufactured and ready for delivery.

Makes you believe that the the beginning of each workday they smoking and drinking and thinking about what to do during the day, some think they should manufacture Tablets while others think they're going on the beach and continue to party and that they can manufacture Tablets any other day

On the industrial companies I've worked on. Are all production scheduled for a specific order and time. they you know exactly how long it takes to produce and when the product is ready for delivery to the customer.

But Asus and all other electronic companies do not seem to know anything about the Manufacturing hours and delivery time.

And the shops that sell the product does not seem to bother either. They put up for sale before it even knows if or when they will be able to deliver to the customer
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] thatguych4rlie:
I just want to let you all know that I called Gamestop a moment ago and they said they are getting tablets delivered today, the 19th. I had received a call a few days ago saying it wouldn't be availible till the 23rd so now I'm thinking they just called customers so they could stagger sales throughout the week.

I am in New York City so I may be a special case, but I would recommend you all call your gamestop around 1PM today to see if they received a shipment.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] oasis9389:
woah woah i work in NYC.. do you mind sharing this location? i will swing by on lunch.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Wordlywisewiz:
Went to the store they said the 23rd also! God damn them!
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] thatguych4rlie:
Broadway And 33Rd

1282 Broadway

Broadway And 33Rd

New York, NY 10001

(212) 967-9070
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] oasis9389:
thanks.. i'll be there on lunch.. i was dealing with the one on 14th by union square.. they said they will have 4 extras to seel not on pre-sale.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] The_Green_Android_Robot:
****. Gamestop just told me that they won't have my prime until the 23rd. I will be leaving for cape cod and canada on the 22nd. any ideas as to what I should do?

Edit:

Dear Wordlywisewiz,

Thank you so much for your help. it really solved all of my problems.

/sarcasm
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Wordlywisewiz:
Nothing! Lol!

Wait for the transformer 301
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] skeptikal:
My Gamestop who told me a few days ago after some prodding that it was delayed to the 23rd said this morning when I called that they actually expect them on todays truck which the manager said she gets around 11 and won't unpack until this afternoon.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] tdrussell:
Wouldn't you like to know.... ;)

Tyson's Center.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] doeboy711:
I called the Pentagon one and they sounded like they had a lot in stock.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] tdrussell:
Yeah i considered reserving at multiple locations...Pentagon is too far away from me :( Supposedly Frederick, MD has them, not sure how many though. and it's not THAT critical...though i'm concerned if i don't get one at launch, it may be weeks before i can find one. Hoping the Tyson's location comes through for me!
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] doeboy711:
Would't the Woodbridge location be closer to you then? They don't have any in stock apparently, but said by the end of the week they should have some.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] demandarin:
I see y'all in my area. About to leave to preorder one at secret location I checked out..lmao that area/location y'all mentioned will definitely be sold out soon.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] doeboy711:
Pre-order one for me since I am at work and can't go right now lol :D
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] demandarin:
Doesn't matter if they have them now or at end of week. They not selling them till the 19th. And that's for preorders pickups only. There won't be stock left after preorders. Won't hurt to try though on release day if you don't preorder.

Also, SHHHHH! that's my secret location I'm leaving out now to go to to preorder..lmfao
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] doeboy711:
My question is if I preorder at Gamestop, and then my online preorder ships early for some reason, can i get my $50 back from the store or is will I be SOL? I am trying to save the shipping charges and pick one up in the stores, but if the rumors are correct about shipping online orders on the 12th I don't want to be SOL on that as well.....lol
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] unknown_owner:
Gamestop will give you back your money. That's what they told me when I gave them the money for my in-store pre-order.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] doeboy711:
Awesome, thanks. I will try and go to my gamestop tomorrow. I already checked my schedule and I will be off of work on the 19th and will be at the door of Gamestop when it opens lol
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] demandarin:
From what I heard they will give you cash back if you cancel. Amd also that if you pre-order, you are guaranteed to get one that release day on the 19th. I will double check on all that once I get there. Getting ready to leave out the door now to head there.

My IPad screaming and trying to hold me back saying "Don't do it, I thought you loved me! I have all these cool games you love. You leaving me to start all over again?" I said don't worry, I'll always be around plus you'll always be my first. lMFAO.

I'll give this iPad to my woman. She will love that. I'll always have access to my iPad if I need or want to use it. I have all my apps n games I paid for up here so I won't let that go to waste.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] doeboy711:
Awesome, can you ask to see how many they have in stock left for pre-order and let me know by a pm? And also which store you went to.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] RJM77:
I made a "backup" preorder at a Gamestop in Seattle this morning. You must put minimum $50 down and it is completely refunded if you decide not to pick up the tablet. The guy said (although I don't believe him) that all preorders they make are guaranteed to get one on the 19th.

It's definitely smoother and faster feeling than the first Transformer and Galaxy Tab demo units that were next to it. And I'm no longer worried about all the talk of the purple tint. It looks great to me.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] adiliyo:
man, now i'm really tempted to do this as i'd only be paying $20 more than my adorama order since i have to pay for shipping on that.

maybe i'll roll the dice tomorrow and just walk in to the store that showed in stock before they took it off the gamestop website (the availablity check)
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] demandarin:
It's a done deal! Put $50 down on mines at GameStop. Guaranteed to get one on Dec. 19th. For in store pickup. Transformer Prime 32GB :cool:

I'm about to make a quick thread on my overview n thoughts of it during my brief time playing with it.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] mustang_52:
I made my preorder yesterday at gamestop but they said they have no idea how many they are allocated so I think some of these stores guaranteeing primes on the 19th is a little premature.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] unknown_owner:
I know how to make the guarantee work for me: I'm going to be there at 9AM at the front door when they open on Dec 19th. This way I can make my odds of getting one greater than waiting til I get off from work.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] bendispo:
Just got back from preordering at the local Gamestop. Don't know if anyone else has received this information, but the employee told me that their Transformer Primes are going to come preloaded with 7 games. I wrote this in the Amazon threat, but this might be the reason why Asus pulled the 32gb gray models from Amazon, which just happens to be the only model Gamestop is selling. Perhaps Gamestop and Asus reached an agreement to promote the tablet's (and Tegra 3's) exclusive gaming capabilities?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] :
Thank god the Gamestop near me is ran by derp guys :) Looks like I just need to get my money and pick it up :)
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] chickswearhats:
Thank you to everyone who's been posting info about getting the Prime at GameStop! I had forgotten all about there. I took a look at the site and I have one that's close enough to my house that I could walk to if I wanted, and when I put the location in it says they have one on demo.

I think I'm going to also go in to the store and pre-order to pick it up. I have no problems with either Best Buy or Amazon, but after reading through this thread I have the best feeling about it here.

I'm going to call the store tomorrow though just to make sure before I go in to do the pre-order.

Can't freaking wait for this tablet.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Wordlywisewiz:
Okay.. I guess I need to call the other gamestop nearby who sells tablets and get a manger on the phone)
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] thatguych4rlie:
Awesome. I hope I didn't just talk to an oblivious sales clerk. Be sure to post your findings. When I go out to lunch I'll call them again and if they give the same story I'll drop buy (hopefully) to buy myself a tablet. :D
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] nxp3:
Call gamestop and have them ship to the new address where you're going to be at?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Postal76:
I never got any notification of a delay to the 23rd, I was just told the 19th when I made the preorder. I just called my local GameStop that I have a preorder with, and the guy said they didn't have any and had no idea when they would get any because there was 'nothing in the system.'

So apparently GS has no idea what they're doing, but they were quite happy to take my $50.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] thatguych4rlie:
Thanks for confirming my story. I'm getting excited I might actually get my grabbers on a tablet today! :P
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] tdrussell:
d000000d was that pentagon city or tyson's???? or...?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] nxp3:
That's what I don't get. If these mofos don't know when they'll get it or if they even get any. How the hell do they sell stuff they don't have? Someone somewhere has to know what the fuk they're doing. Somewhere there's a tracking number, a purchase order. Who knows that. Call back and talk to the manager. And if he can't do ****, tell him to contact corporate office. This is ridiculous.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] aawshads:
I have one of those and a dock from there, they are supposed to call me today or tomorrow with more information. I will update when I hear anything.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Bimboy:
When i was told that I was SOL, I specifically asked for the clerk do an inventory check. There were 4 stores in the country with inventory, the closest to MA was in NY. So, that corroborates what we're seeing.

He said he was unsure if they were shipping overnight on the 22nd or throughout the week, but seeing what we are seeing, I'd assume they are trickling into the stores during the week.

I asked if I could be called when they arrive, and he replied "Most definitely - It's released, so we can release it when they get here. I have a note to have you called as soon as they show up."
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] skeptikal:
Sorry man. I'm in Texas.

I should say that I don't have verification that they are actually on my gamestops delivery just that she said she expected it to be. Also I never received an official notification of delay. I called and talked to a guy who initially said no delay then searched the internets presumably to find that there was a delay... So, in all, I can absolutely, undeniably, and with full certainty confirm absolutely nothing...lol.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] richB7:
Houston?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] demandarin:
Id be skeptical on that. Lol
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] oasis9389:
that is multiple reports of nyc stores having them in today.. i work in nyc and will be hitting up the 33rd and 14th on lunch.. i'll report back.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] tdrussell:
woops...sorry :D
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] strikethreeout:
There are two on 14th but the one I called said they didn't have any. (maybe they just didn't get the shipment yet...)

I'll check in later... promise me you won't buy the whole batch! (probably going to be like 5 which is ridiculous)
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] kungpu:
I just got off the phone with the manager at my local Gamestop (South Florida) and he said that all orders of the prime were pushed back until Friday.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] DANIEL133337:
Just recieved comfirmation from a gamestop in Fort Worth, Texas they have recieved the Prime's today but only for people who RESERVED, and none will be in stock will after christmas.

*tear*
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] oasis9389:
yea i went to the 33rd gamestop.

the shopper in front of me asked for the prime, then the worker took a phone call that was also clearly for the prime.. told them both the 23rd.. i just decided to walk away.. and he said "sir sir can i help you?" i asked for the prime too and he said the 23rd.

no way you are finding this thing before xmas w/o a amazon or gamestop preorder
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Meanee:
Just called up first 6 stores on the list from www.gamestop.com/tablets - See It Live shortcut thingy. NYC area. Some said that they do not carry tablets at all. Others said that they do not have it yet. I was told either 23rd, or "call back tomorrow, we may have them"
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] skeptikal:
You would be correct in your skepticism...lol. Just checked with my GS and it IS the 23rd for mine. ;)
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] skeptikal:
Nah. Odessa.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Meanee:
Quick update. Called my pre-order store. They said that they received "some kind of hardware shipment" and I should check with them after 3pm to see if it's there. I am not holding my breath, but if it comes, I would be happy.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] oasis9389:
the store i went to was unpacking their shipment as i walked in.. they said the 23rd.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] kls629:
which store?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] manimattor:
My store said I wont be getting my pre order fulfilled until friday....
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] tdrussell:
I'm getting the impression gamestop is not supposed to let these go until Friday...i guess we will know for sure this evening.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Meanee:
Bay Ridge store, Brooklyn, NY
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] thatguych4rlie:
had you reserved one, oasis?

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[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Brozono:
Checked with my local Gamestop (Thorncreek Crossing, Colorado) and they said the 23rd. I asked if they would be trickling in over the week and if so would they sell the prior to that. He said again the 23rd and said they expect an overnight shipment for Thursday and then correct for Friday. He said they should be available around 9AM.

So to me sounded like they didn't expect them until an overnight shipment that I think they will get Thursday and not sell until Friday morning. I am going to be mad if I show up at 9AM or so Friday and they aren't ready.

I'll probably be annoying and call every day or so and definitely on Thursday evening.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] unknown_owner:
Just spoke to my pre-order Gamestop and she said that they should be getting them on the 22nd. I asked if they by chance get them in early, can I come get it and she said yes. I asked can I call you everyday to see if it made it in that days shipment and she said yes; to call after 11am. So today is a no go (maybe I will try again at 3pm).

Better luck tomorrow. My store is in Delaware
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] diablo908:
I just spoke to the same store and asked if they would sell Friday or if Friday would be just preorders. He said preorders. Did they tell you any different?

EDIT: I guess the most obvious question is did you preorder?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] newtybar:
They guarantee the preorders on the 19th and then they won't even sell them right as they get them in, but a couple of days later?

F that.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Snook321:
On the phone with Gamestop now, They said they JUST got the shipment in today and now they are seeing if its the right one... I HOPE IT IS!!!!!!
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] tdrussell:
it's probably super mario yoshi warrio party 32.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] SaitheShaman:
Just called my gamestop, said they had a company wide email from corporate that there was a shipping delay and that it would be there on the 23rd for them.

Apaprently, we were supposed to get an automated message telling us all this. Did anyone get one?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] breasor:
Just called the closest gamestop to me listed having tablets. Was told they are getting them on the 23rd as well. Too bad I fly out on the 22nd and the closest gamestop is in chicago 4 hrs away.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Snook321:
Geez... on hold for a while now...
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Brozono:
I did not specify when speaking to them, so he didn't comment pre-orders or not to me. However I did pre-order to answer your question.

I'll post indicating the specific store if I hear anything positive, will leave the no new information off the forum unless it comes to Thursday and I get bad info.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] wokka00:
Yonkers, NY (10710) says 12/23 availability for pre-orders, and no early sales if the shipment is early even though the 19th was guaranteed.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Snook321:
I preordered it on December 2nd and now they said that they were not sure if they were going to sell it PERIOD! I just got off the phone with Gamestop and they said they dont have the shipment in today.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] farplaner:
Whatever to those Gamestop stores that were telling people that "we already got them at the back, just waiting for release day"?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Snook321:
Im just hoping that the 23rd is a solid release date...
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Wordlywisewiz:
Bad wifi had to send them back!
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] aawshads:
That is what I heard too.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] fraeone:
Honestly I think they were TF101s. GameStop started selling them around the same time and for whatever reason the box for the TF201 is almost identical to the TF101 box.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] stereotada:
nah they were tf201s. the manager at my gamestop told me they had to send them back. I trust him cuz hes preordering one too and in thesame boat as us.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] kls629:
i called the gamestop i reserved it at right now.

she told me they are only getting my tablet and it is still coming on friday.

i asked her if they receive it early could she sell it to me, she said no problem because it is past the street date