So it looks like the Flyer will be released on 9th May. This was mentioned in Paul Obrien / tracyandmatt in their live blog from the HTC London event.
Damnit I just sold my Galaxy Tab so guess I'm tabless for a few weeks yet.
Edit: countdown timer is here
http://www.htcflyerstore.com/uk/p_htcflyer.aspx
Edit 2: SIM free stock may be delayed
This came from Clove Technology:
We had word from HTC that the date may slip due to certain UK retailers obtaining an exclusive resulting in SIM free stock being pushed back. At the moment we are waiting on a new confirmed release date for SIM free stock.
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Wonder if pricing will be different if wait for a non Europe release?
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So it looks like the Flyer will be released on 9th May. This was mentioned in Paul Obrien / tracyandmatt in their live blog from the HTC London event.
Damnit I just sold my Galaxy Tab so guess I'm tabless for a few weeks yet.
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Is that a global release date? When do you think Best Buy will release it in the states?
May 9 is the UK release date. I think the Flyer is to be sold in the US by Sprint as the Evo View which I think was scheduled to be released in June and is supposed ro ship with Honeycomb
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ive seen may 3rd everywhere though (amazon ect...)
but im guessing that best buy will get it about the same time as UK as they said spring, but then again sprint may have a privilege agreement with htc for exclusivity so best buy might even be after june :/
Now this really annoys me. When I preordered the HTC Desire, stock was delayed because (after announcing a release date), HTC diverted stock to the carriers who don't take pre-orders and will sell to the first person in the door. They certainly don't ship overseas.
It seems the same thing will happen with the HTC Flyer. This was Clove Technologys response to my question about why the ETA on their site changed from "Mid May" to "TBC:
We had word from HTC that the date may slip due to certain UK retailers obtaining an exclusive resulting in SIM free stock being pushed back. At the moment we are waiting on a new confirmed release date for SIM free stock.
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Im very tempted to just go get a Xoom (or something) now - not only because HTC are dicking us around, but mainly because I sold my Galaxy Tab a couple of weeks ago, "knowing" that the Flyer was not too far away. I'm also getting married in June so I'll be away for a while.
I got the same email and I am now seriously thinking to get the new Samsung tablet instead.
While there was huge demand for the Desire at the time, that does not seem to be the case for the Flyer this time and I am not particularly impressed by the way HTC is playing this one...
I'm also going to go abroad soon and I don't want to be in a situation where I have to manage shipping date and location to avoid the risk of the tablet being delivered while I am away...
Looks like I am just about to cancel my pre-order!!!
I think this news just makes my decision easier to wait for the larger tablets coming this summer, i dont need mine immediately, and a larger screen would suit me better, hopefully less hassle with those then, but i wont switch to another brand as i dont believe there's a better experience than sense
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Looks like I am just about to cancel my pre-order!!!
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I just did. I slept on it and came to the conclusion that I can't afford to risk it slipping any further. I also don't like the way HTC have handled it. Even their own "Flyer store" site says May 9 and only went live a few days ago.
I am a huge HTC fan and I have regretfully just ordered the Galaxy Tab 10.1 which will be shipped in about a week.
I have a homeless SIM card with a 10Gb/month data plan which is desperate for a new home
Chances are the new Galaxy Tab will be on ebay within a couple of months andd replaced with (hopefully) something more like the Flyer.
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I just did. I slept on it and came to the conclusion that I can't afford to risk it slipping any further. I also don't like the way HTC have handled it. Even their own "Flyer store" site says May 9 and only went live a few days ago.
I am a huge HTC fan and I have regretfully just ordered the Galaxy Tab 10.1 which will be shipped in about a week.
I have a homeless SIM card with a 10Gb/month data plan which is desperate for a new home
Chances are the new Galaxy Tab will be on ebay within a couple of months andd replaced with (hopefully) something more like the Flyer.
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Pre-order cancelled... Can't be bothered waiting for HTC to sort its business... Given the price with online retailer are identical to the one you'd get on the street in the UK, I can't see the point of this exclusivity deal. Bad move on your part, boys.
Best buy pre-order starts on 24th may at $499
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Best buy pre-order starts on 24th may at $499
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16GB WiFi only if I remember well. I would assume a 32GB 3G would fetch $699... But then they won't get that, ever...
Ye true, but still has micro SD as well, nd I don't mind the non 3g, as I live in Norway so a us data plan is useless to me and getting us stuff with no contract is near impossible
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16GB WiFi only if I remember well. I would assume a 32GB 3G would fetch $699... But then they won't get that, ever...
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That doesn't even include the pen which is ANOTHER $50
What market is this aimed at? CEO multi billionaires?
It looks like a great device, and i could use the scribe function 50 times a day, but the price is laughable.
Where has it said it doesn't come with pen? And I've heard rumors that that is just best-buy pre-order not actual stopped pick up
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Where has it said it doesn't come with pen? And I've heard rumors that that is just best-buy pre-order not actual stopped pick up
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I asked both bestbuy and pcworld and they both said it was available separately
That was two weeks ago when the price was all rumour and i was still thinking of buying one.
The secondhand market could be worth looking, i would think the price is going to drop like a stone.
Waiting for release at my country...
From the video I have seen the Best Buy order comes with the pen and the Sprint version does not.
I think it would be extremely bad form for HTC to sell the pen separately. This tablet is already behind the game in screen (not IPS)/2.4 (not 3.0)/processor performance (not dual core). They will surely kill it if they charge extra for the pen.
I have my pre order with bestbuy but I may cancel it if the pen is not in the box when I go to buy it.
What is the strategy in selling it without pen? And is this pre-order, pick-up or both?
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UK versions seem to include the Scribe pen and most large retailers are saying availability on 17 May.
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So I have pre-ordered my Flyer here state-side at Best Buy (seeing that I work at one)... And just checked the inventory system today and it appears that the tablet is showing an in-stock date of 5/22/11 or this upcoming Sunday!
So I hope that my store gets one, because I'm the only one that has pre-ordered
P.S. This would be the 16Gb WiFi only version of course!
And sorry if someone already posted this!
I hope they come in Friday!
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So I have pre-ordered my Flyer here state-side at Best Buy (seeing that I work at one)... And just checked the inventory system today and it appears that the tablet is showing an in-stock date of 5/22/11 or this upcoming Sunday!
So I hope that my store gets one, because I'm the only one that has pre-ordered
P.S. This would be the 16Gb WiFi only version of course!
And sorry if someone already posted this!
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Any update, or more information?
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So I have pre-ordered my Flyer here state-side at Best Buy (seeing that I work at one)... And just checked the inventory system today and it appears that the tablet is showing an in-stock date of 5/22/11 or this upcoming Sunday!
So I hope that my store gets one, because I'm the only one that has pre-ordered
P.S. This would be the 16Gb WiFi only version of course!
And sorry if someone already posted this!
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Update please!
Sorry
I haven't been back to work since posting, I return on Friday, however I will have a friend check the SKU for me if he works tomorrow to see if any are on the Truck coming for the weekend!
Sweet, look forward to the update, glitz.
If they are on the truck I will see if I can pick on up on Sunday.
I was hoping the the pre-order folks would get them on or before the 22nd...
Wonder if it would be possible to convert my pre-order into an in store pickup if they are on the shelves Sunday.
The just officially announced availability on Sunday, May 22nd in Best Buy and Best Buy Mobile stores.
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The just officially announced availability on Sunday, May 22nd in Best Buy and Best Buy Mobile stores.
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"Wi-Fi HTC Flyer Tablet Launches May 22 Exclusively at Best Buy
Best Buy today announced that the Wi-Fi only version of the HTC Flyer™ tablet launches on May 22. All Best Buy and Best Buy Mobile standalone stores, as well as BestBuy.com, will have the tablet exclusively at launch. The HTC Flyer is a fast, portable, light-weight tablet that integrates the immersive and highly intuitive HTC Sense™ experience and enables content including videos, music, games and more to be easily accessed and enjoyed. The addition of the HTC Flyer to our tablet lineup gives Best Buy further opportunity to help connect customers with the mobile technology that best meets their needs."
Is there any word on how much each Best Buy is getting?
I wouldn't mind jumping the border this weekend to get one if theres no shortage.
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So yeah as jwiskowski posted it is official 22nd is the launch date! So I have some rather interesting news, my store has 3 Flyers on order. However they are not listed as in-transit (meaning they will be on the next delivery truck). So it appears that they will probably be drop-shipped just how they did with the iPad 2. So basically that means the UPS delivery person will bring them with regular store deliveries, and being that UPS doesn't ship to us on Sunday... I think it'd be safe to say the stores will have them by Saturday, but clearly they can't sell them until Sunday!
F0l3ert the only way to check this would to be to call the nearest store to you state-side, give them the Flyer SKU (2390524) have them plug that into RSS (the inventory system) and see what they have on order. If they are nice they shouldn't have a problem doing that haha
Oh and the stores on order number is usually excluding their demo unit so that should be an accurate on-hand count (meaning ones they can sell).
Hope to see y'all soon with your Flyers!
Oh and here is a link to the Engadget article outlining the launch details - click here!
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F0l3ert the only way to check this would to be to call the nearest store to you state-side, give them the Flyer SKU (2390524) have them plug that into RSS (the inventory system) and see what they have on order. If they are nice they shouldn't have a problem doing that haha
Oh and the stores on order number is usually excluding their demo unit so that should be an accurate on-hand count (meaning ones they can sell).
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Thanks for the tip. I called a few stores around my area and they are all getting about 8 units each. They said it was going to be a free for all on Sunday.
I also called to check if I could change my online pre-order to a in-store pick-up, and they couldn't do it since it wasn't actually shown in-stock at the stores.
Might be an interesting Saturday night / Sunday morning to figure out how I can pick one up before my trip next week.
Can you provide the sku for the pen?
I visited two BB's today (Friday 20th)... both of them had physical possesion of their allotted Flyers... but alas, neither would sell one to me. Told me to wait until Sunday.
I tried.
Best Buy just called me!!!! I am picking up my Flyer today!!!
Flyer is for sale now. Street date of 22nd was lifted and stores were instructed to sell on arrival today. Go get em
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I just got mine. They apologized for not calling but apparently just unpacked them. I would say they had 40-50 at my store. (Orlando, Fl)
They had 10 pens out on a rack near tablet/phone accessories. No Flyer specific cases were present. Just generic one-size-fits-most zippered neoprene cases.
I will inbox and review ASAP.
I was at one 90 mins ago. They would not sell me one. Told me to come back on Sunday.
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Flyer is for sale now. Street date of 22nd was lifted and stores were instructed to sell on arrival today. Go get em
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Tell them to check their employee news...
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In the box:
No pen (as expected) and no case (should have known, since no pen) and not even any earbuds.
Just wall charger (with attached mini-USB cable) and a separate USB to mini-USB cable for syncing).
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I'm wondering how people in the US are buying their HTC Flyer. I thought Bestbuy sold them but I went to 4 best buy on yesterday and none of them had stock. None of them knew when or if they would get more. I looked online and no best buy in my area has them (very odd since I live in L.A.). Is there another place to get them for $299? Is this device discontinued? I really don't want to go the ebay route. Thanks in advance!
When the price drop occurred most places sold out without any new inventory .... I don't think they are getting more shipments as they are trying to get rid of all of the accessories ...
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I'm wondering how people in the US are buying their HTC Flyer. I thought Bestbuy sold them but I went to 4 best buy on yesterday and none of them had stock. None of them knew when or if they would get more. I looked online and no best buy in my area has them (very odd since I live in L.A.). Is there another place to get them for $299? Is this device discontinued? I really don't want to go the ebay route. Thanks in advance!
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Looks like Best Buy and HTC pulled a "Touchpad" at better than salvage pricing. Our Best Buy says they are waiting for deliveries of the new Jetstream model, but I can't see much demand for device that costs $699 and requires a two year contract on AT&T.
No fire sale, they lowered the price to compete with the Kindle Fire. After that they've been selling out quickly. I purchased mines two weeks ago. One store in NYC had them. The following week every store in my area had them.
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Bestbuy.com lists it as online only. I don't know if they do a ship to store option.. If so, that will save a few bucks on shipping costs
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I lucked out and got the last one in my area.
I got mine about 2.5 weeks ago at the BB here. They only had 3 left. I went back to BB 2 nights ago to get the invisible shield by Zagg ($9.99) and I got the last one.
They still have cases and styluses, though.
The stores in the New Orleans area still had them when I visited over the weekend.
well, 4 out of 10 stores in or near Omaha have them in stock based on the website and they show as backordered otherwise. While I think the 7" is an ideal size for my needs, I think the general market may lean toward the larger screens as a mainstream device and the smaller screens thought of more as book readers.
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Thanks for the input guys. I just left one best buy and they didn't even have the flyer on display anymore. I have a cousin in Texas who is close to a best buy that has stock so I will have him buy it for me. Everything seems to indicate that the flyer is at the end of it's life and I have to wonder if it will be updated to HC or ICS. Nevertheless, I still want to buy one since it is pocketable and allows me to take precise notes.
I picked mine up about 2 weeks ago and i got the very last one. I used to work at the geeksquad in the store and i was talking to the GM and he was saying they sold out really quick after the price drop. He didnt mention anything about it being discontinued though.
The Flyer is not being discontinued, it's just been selling really well.
I had been looking for a flyer for a couple of weeks, checking my best buy every day. All stores close to me had been showing out of stock. Then last weekend I went to the store and they had 1 in the store so I bought it. It was new and unopened so it wasnt a return. I think its just taking a while to full stock. I'm sure the price drop on accessories is because they have too much on the shelf vs the number off flyers in stock.
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The stores in the New Orleans area still had them when I visited over the weekend.
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I just bought mine yesterday. Had to drive to gretna to the bestbuy mobile store to get teh last one, after visiting the 3 stores in/around Metairie and calling the houma store (only one to show inventory online). After calling around I lucked out and the BBM store had 1 that wasn't showing in inventory. There aren't any within a 50 mile radius of new orleans! These things must be selling like hotcakes.
Want to pick one up but wasn't ready to pull the trigger. Only 3 stores have any in inventory. Concerned there will be no back fill and this is my last shot
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Want to pick one up but wasn't ready to pull the trigger. Only 3 stores have any in inventory. Concerned there will be no back fill and this is my last shot
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You may be on your last shot...seems that Adroid device shelf-life is counted in "dog months" - in other words 5 months on the market is nearly 3 years - they definitely are not tied to an annual upgrade cycle.
I went to Best Buy to purchase an HTC FLYER for my wife. They didn't have any at all, so I started calling different stores all around my area in a 50 mile radius. None of those stores had any either. I called Best Buy Corporate about the issue. They had looked into it and had no idea about why there wouldn't be any in the ENTIRE US. The person I spoke with was surprised. He told me that there were no calls from anyone about this issue. He also told me that there should have been a lot of them in the Black Friday Shipments. There were none at all. They were going crazy in the Corporate office about this. What the heck is going on? PLEASE, if there is anyone with information that Best Buy Corporate is not currently aware of, call them and let them know what's going on with the availability of the HTC FLYER.
Great, a third thread about Flyer availability. Please search my friend.
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Great, a third thread about Flyer availability. Please search my friend.
Happy Turkey Day
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I was wondering the same thing. I know when a new topic is started that it highlight similar threads, but that didn't always work. However, I think the other threads are all on the first page.
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HTC flyer availability
I am also hunting for HTC flyer since last week. Today in Best Buy I was told that HTC isn't available because of Thailand flood and they don't know when this will come back. But manager told me that HTC asked them still run and keep the Info about Flyer - meaning they aren't discontinued.
In mean time I decided to buy Aser Iconia 7" inch (black Friday order for 189.00)
Would somebody tell me is this a good replacement or I have to wait till HTC is available
Thanks
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Allavald said:
I am also hunting for HTC flyer since last week. Today in Best Buy I was told that HTC isn't available because of Thailand flood and they don't know when this will come back. But manager told me that HTC asked them still run and keep the Info about Flyer - meaning they aren't discontinued.
In mean time I decided to buy Aser Iconia 7" inch (black Friday order for 189.00)
Would somebody tell me is this a good replacement or I have to wait till HTC is available
Thanks
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This is good news about upcoming availability. I can wait a bit longer for a second flyer for the wife. The pen functionality is what sets it apart from the Iconia in my mind.
The pen is also why I chose the Flyer instead of the Iconia.
I was not going to wait around for a date that nobody could give me for when it would be available. I went to Sprint and got the HTC Evo View 7" Tablet. It has the same Specs except for that it's a 32GB model. I got it without the Data Plan. It cost me $399.99 to buy it outright. I have been using it sinc I got it for my wife. I also got the Invisible Shield for it and a 16GB Class 10 Micro SDHC Card. She was completely amazed on how great the picture was on it when I missed Monday Night Raw and went to Youtube and watched it on her HTC Evo View 7" Tablet. Also the sound that it puts out, she told me to lower it a little bit since it's quite loud.
If you don't want to stand around waiting for a date that nobody can give you for sure, then just do what I did. Go to Sprint and buy the HTC Evo View 7" Tablet without the Data Plan for $399.99
only issue with the view is that there is less development for it, if you were so inclined
Or pay $100 less from republic wireless
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because of Thailand flood
I had the Acer A100 but returned it and got the Flyer. It's not a bad tablet at all. HC works fine on it. My biggest complaints were the screen which has a very poor viewing angle and the battery capacity which was a bit low. Otherwise I think its a much better choice if you need GPS and camera at < $200 than a Fire or Nook. Otherwise the original Nook Color is a steal at $120 - $130 for its stunning screen, CM7 ROM and great small size.
I dunno. I refuse to even consider that Acer after seeing the LCD. I'd rather buy another refurbished Nook Color for $130 because even though slow it has an IPS panel that is stunning. For reading that is a major plus.
Flyer has a top notch screen and that along with being full featured makes it beat out everything near its price I think. If only it hadn't vanished.
Amazon has a couple of used, like new Flyer's $299
http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-list...&ie=UTF8&qid=1322687083&sr=1-1&condition=used
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I was not going to wait around for a date that nobody could give me for when it would be available. I went to Sprint and got the HTC Evo View 7" Tablet. It has the same Specs except for that it's a 32GB model. I got it without the Data Plan. It cost me $399.99 to buy it outright. I have been using it sinc I got it for my wife. I also got the Invisible Shield for it and a 16GB Class 10 Micro SDHC Card. She was completely amazed on how great the picture was on it when I missed Monday Night Raw and went to Youtube and watched it on her HTC Evo View 7" Tablet. Also the sound that it puts out, she told me to lower it a little bit since it's quite loud.
If you don't want to stand around waiting for a date that nobody can give you for sure, then just do what I did. Go to Sprint and buy the HTC Evo View 7" Tablet without the Data Plan for $399.99
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Did Sprint mention how much it would cost to activate the device for pay as you go data? Is it possible to activate and deactivate it anytime you want similar to the iPad?
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I couldn't find any when I was shopping NY for a week mid November, none of the big stores had them, they told me they are next to impossible to get, and when they do come in it's in small quantities and they sell out immediately, but i did stumble upon a bb mobile store that had a bunch, definitely a big step up from an iconia.
Their are loads in stock in Canada if you dont mind spending $500+ LOL
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There are used flyers out there.
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Flyers available in So.Cal BB.com's
I just checked BB.com and in So Cal "Usually ships to store in 3 to 5 days" is available near my area up to 50 miles. They were all sold out last week. I'm in love with mine and keep checking back for my mom.
How much do you think Amazon paid Best Buy to pull all the Flyers?
http://m.cnet.com/Article.rbml?nid=57335292&cid=null&bcid=&bid=-64
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I just checked BB.com and in So Cal "Usually ships to store in 3 to 5 days" is available near my area up to 50 miles. They were all sold out last week. I'm in love with mine and keep checking back for my mom.
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Yeah, but when you add it to your cart and actually start the confirmation and purchase process, suddenly "Usually Ships in 3-5 days" goes turns into "Not Available." Been playing with them for 3 days now.
So, I went with a "Used, Like New" from Amazon for $299. We'll see if that's accurate.
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hi..i'm just bought my htc flyer few days ago.it's awesome tablet..
but from last night it stuck suddenly after i do charging and restart.unable to do anything.Touch totally no function at all.After 30mins - 1hr it back to normal.
pls help me guys..
Thx a lot.
I'm considering getting the flyer for xmas.
I noticed at bestbuys website it says "no shipping" and when I check to see if they have it in stock locally it doesn't show up.
I am not hard set on getting it yet, because I'm really wondering if I just want a new toy and it will sit collecting dust after a few weeks of usage..
Or I will seriously use it for ereading/manga purposes.
I'm sure HTC is not manufacturing any more, but that's normal for companies to make a big production run and then move on to the next new device. So whatever stock was out there , when its gone , its gone. Looks like BB is out, so I only see them on other sites now. I guess some of the carriers like Tmob and Sprint still have the 3g/4g versions in stock.
it does sort of suck they haven't officially announced that they are no longer manufacturing it.
Oh well..
Most, or perhaps all manufacturer don't keep assembly lines open just to pump out a few more units. They make a big run, take a look at initial sales and either make one more run or switch over to new hardware. They don't need to announce it, that's just the only way to keep prices competitive. And the hardware guys don't make money selling old products at a reduced price. 6 months is old news in hardware
true.. I may see if I can use the "ship to store option" and see if they can get one..
If not.. oh wells.
Have you considered getting the EVO View 4G? They have brand new ones for $299 (was $275 over Thanksgiving week) which includes shipping and no tax outside of FL.
http://reaganwireless.com/htc-evo-view-tablet.php
FYI, I'm not associated with this company and it was posted previously by others. IMO it's a great deal.
Best buys have recently told me that they may be ordering more. There's still hope for late-comers like me.
I'm sure HTC or some wholesalers has a pile of them somewhere in a warehouse. Like the few hundred tech4less dumped over the weekend at $199.
Well I really wish they would just mark it as "sold out" and take away the add to cart option so we would know.
Small update, I emailed HTC and they said they have no knowledge of the flyer being discontinued.. so something is fishy on the bestbuy side..
I ordered the HTC EVO View 4G from here: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=150705761318#ht_840wt_1396, $314.00 and free shipping, though I noticed today there's another for $309.00, also with free shipping, here http://www.ebay.com/itm/Brand-New-H...US_Tablets&hash=item2a1583150e#ht_4654wt_1163
It's cheaper than Regan Wireless' $329.00 price right now. He seems to have a pretty good amount. I also plunked down for the SquareTrade warranty.
That's a stock answer form HTC on almost every question. You can just about be guaranteed that HTC has not been manufacturing any Flyers since May 2011. THat would be standard procedure. Whatever their production number was, that's what supply exist. They did make another run of the View / 4g for Sprint.
You really don't think that Best Buy can say to HTC , hey we need another 2000 Flyers and HTC is going to go "snap" sure we will spend another $500k setting the assembly line back up just for your tiny order".
Guess i got mine just in time I thought it was something to do with floods in Thailand
Or maybe they're just backordered. This has happened a couple times in the last few months and somehow they always seem to reappear. If you can get it shipped to the store in 3-5 days from BestBuy that means it's still available.
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Or maybe they're just backordered. This has happened a couple times in the last few months and somehow they always seem to reappear. If you can get it shipped to the store in 3-5 days from BestBuy that means it's still available.
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The production line hasn't manufactured Flyers in a while.
It's obvious HTC is not very enthusiastic about the tablet market. Afterall, the profit margin on smartphone is much higher than the cut-throat tablet markets.
I've already ordered
Some of you may want to check the best buy website this morning...
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Some of you may want to check the best buy website this morning...
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For better or worse I jumped on it.
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For better or worse I jumped on it.
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For better. I love my flyer.
Hopefully this thing will see ICS.
Even if I have to code it myself :0
And after playing with it in store.. I gotta admit.. this tablet is sleek and sexy.
Only thing I'd consider over it is nook tab... but, even then I feel really confident about this device.
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You slow, you blow. I was all set to spend $299 at Best Buy but their people are incompetent. I got a new flyer for $174 from Tech For Less.
I ordered from best buy on the 25th at like 3pm est and mine still has not shipped. I just called and guy could not tell me anything except that it could be on back order ????
Mine lists Order in process of being fulfilled. Estimated arrival date: April 1 - April 9
Mine says the same. I'm slowly preparing myself for disappointment when it doesn't ship at all next week
seanu13 said:
Mine says the same. I'm slowly preparing myself for disappointment when it doesn't ship at all next week
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When did you order yours ? Maybe they are just out until the 1st ? I called the guy couldnt tell me anything just asked if I received a back order email which I didnt so it might still ship soon or on the 1st. I think they are running out on at&t web site too so it might just take a couple days, yes it sucks but what can you do. Maybe we can hear good news from others who bought on best buy maybe theirs has shipped.
Any updates?
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Roefastford said:
When did you order yours ? Maybe they are just out until the 1st ? I called the guy couldnt tell me anything just asked if I received a back order email which I didnt so it might still ship soon or on the 1st. I think they are running out on at&t web site too so it might just take a couple days, yes it sucks but what can you do. Maybe we can hear good news from others who bought on best buy maybe theirs has shipped.
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I ordered when it showed up as available for purchase (I was waiting). I called just now and they said it's showing as backordered, but that my ETA was 4/4 - 4/15.
If I can find it somewhere else, I'll cancel and re-order, but I'm not expecting anyone else to be faster. I wish I could get the Verizon one without their service and just unlock it (I'm extremely impatient..)
Edit: in the AT&T orders thread people are receiving theirs already or have it shipped. I went ahead and ordered from there as well. I will cancel whichever doesn't ship first.
The Verizon phones are already SIM unlocked outta the box. I believe allnof their phones are but only H+ compatible. No LTE
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jsho31 said:
Any updates?
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Not on my still shows the same I log in to my best buy account a few times a day hoping to see a ship confirmation but find nothing but disappointment. I thought about calling them again and complaining about it because I think the best buy web site still has the phone for purchase so why is that if they still have not shipped mine from 3-25-14 at 3pm est ???? Maybe they might discount my price or throw something in but they dont really seem to care when you call as they offer to cancel your order like I really want to do that and end up biting my tongue because I feel that they should not be selling the phones if they dont even have them...
seanu13 said:
I ordered when it showed up as available for purchase (I was waiting). I called just now and they said it's showing as backordered, but that my ETA was 4/4 - 4/15.
If I can find it somewhere else, I'll cancel and re-order, but I'm not expecting anyone else to be faster. I wish I could get the Verizon one without their service and just unlock it (I'm extremely impatient..)
Edit: in the AT&T orders thread people are receiving theirs already or have it shipped. I went ahead and ordered from there as well. I will cancel whichever doesn't ship first.
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Now it sounds like you want the phone as bad as I do lol.
Roefastford said:
Now it sounds like you want the phone as bad as I do lol.
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Yup! And I agree they should be saying its back ordered on their site. I told them that.
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The Verizon phones are already SIM unlocked outta the box. I believe allnof their phones are but only H+ compatible. No LTE
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The verizon ones have lte frequencies that I do believe only work for verizon, at least not for at&t, Tmobile or Sprint. I think they work internationally possibly though. The thing about verizon phones is though that verizon wont let htc dev unlock your bootloader, so for the verizon model you wont get root until someone figures out s-off for the htc m8 which I think it may not be long before someone does it sounds like the devs are close to cracking it, once they do you can root the verizon model also. Another reason to hate big red other then them being a holes about everything especially not competing with prices of other networks, hopefully it will be their downfall and they will get taken over by a company with business sense and not a company that wants to squeeze evey penny out of you that they can and think they deserve it...
I definitely recommend ordering from att. It shipped and made it to my city the next day (was marked to deliver on a week day and it was Saturday so I have to wait till Monday. ) so if you want to try it could be faster.
I ordered the Gunmetal Gray from Best Buy on Tuesday when I ordered it said sips in 3-5 days. I just called BB and they told me that it was back ordered, they said if it does not come back in stock by April 8th then they would automatically cancel my order. He did say that they are expecting it to come back in stock by April 8. It would be nice if I didn't have to call them to find out that it was back ordered.
rogsoccerman said:
I ordered the Gunmetal Gray from Best Buy on Tuesday when I ordered it said sips in 3-5 days. I just called BB and they told me that it was back ordered, they said if it does not come back in stock by April 8th then they would automatically cancel my order. He did say that they are expecting it to come back in stock by April 8. It would be nice if I didn't have to call them to find out that it was back ordered.
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Tell me about it. I wish I could just cancel and get from at&t web site, but due to personal reasons I need to purchase from best buy. It does suck though big time.
seanu13 said:
I definitely recommend ordering from att. It shipped and made it to my city the next day (was marked to deliver on a week day and it was Saturday so I have to wait till Monday. ) so if you want to try it could be faster.
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I wish I could just cancel and get from at&t web site, but due to personal reasons I need to purchase from best buy. It does suck though big time.
I just ordered mine a few minutes ago, and it said estimated delivery April 7-19.
Should I be worried that this is a new batch that's gonna be locked?
Still waiting for mine :/
I just walked in to best buy and bought mine. Amber gold I'm happy as hell lol
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I ordered from BestBuy
online order for the gold AT&T version on March 29th.
Got shipping confirmation this morning and it will arrive tomorrow
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kjbananahead said:
online order for the gold AT&T version on March 29th.
Got shipping confirmation this morning and it will arrive tomorrow
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What was your original shipping date when you ordered?
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jsho31 said:
What was your original shipping date when you ordered?
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When I got my order confirmation on the 29th it said: "Estimated arrival date: April 3 - April 15"