Discount off the list price? When do you think Amazon will kick in with a typical discount off the list price?
650597
It's posted $39 off the retail. It was showing something like $3 off, but I think that was an error. Sure looks tempting to me.....
252908
I would guess Christmas + last minute shopping = jacked up Amazon price. I've had several things from my wish list increase, especially if they're from third party sellers.
1348376
Yeah! I realized that they went up too. I thought it was just me. I know that Amazon practices in targeted consumer marketing, where they raise prices for things you normally buy while someone else would look at the same product and it would be half the price. So I don't know if Amazon raised it to $65 now because of my preferences or if its the same for everyone else. Pretty shady tactics if you ask me.
849099
Same here, I am watching the prices too, almost pulled the trigger on the $1249 price but got greedy I guess. I just found this other site a few days ago, not sure if anyones already posted this but go to http://priceprotectr.com/ and follow the directions and it'll email you when prices drop at retailers online sites including amazon. Not sure how accurate or timely it is but I'm trying it anyway since its free.
2100847
Dear Megan, Prices do vary from time to time. Amazon tends to drop prices to wholesale pricing or below at times to spur interest. Going into the holidays I expect you will less discounts on such popular items. The other thing to watch is the difference between a lower selling price but with shipping costs and a higher price with free shipping. Such changes may look at first glance like the price has increased greatly when the actual shipped cost is the same or very similar.
1762531
not sure where you saw the ad, but I assume it was on a black friday website. When I called them, Amazon said they have not advertised that price and are not guaranteeing any pricing. They said just keep checking and they'll do their best to be competitive.
2267749
The only time I asked Amazon for a price match, they said no way.... but hey, you might ask as things may have changed. FYI, Costco's regular selling price on this is $369.99 with a $90 "instant off" savings = $279.99, advertised in their most recent coupon booklet, in effect from Feb 3 through Feb 27, 2011. My experience with Costco is that some of their "sale prices" become their new regular prices shortly after the "sale period". I have found this sometimes true on electronics items such as this.
1582560
I wondered if amazon wouldn't give a heads up on arrivals of a major purchase like this, seeing as they don't charge your cc until it ships, and I'd like some notice on a $900 hit on my account. Thanks for all the replies, saves me from going to B&H; twice a day until it's available.
100026
I didn't realize TV's trade like stocks these days??? I had it in my cart for $1055.00 on 8/24 in the AM and an hour later it went to $1,100+, now its $1,222? Funny how I have never seen anything go down in price after putting in my cart. I've seen things go down a bit when in saved items but never when you're ready to check out. I'm a huge Amazon fan but someone is playing games here.
2102396
Yeah you are right from last 4 weeks prices at amazon are hovering between 1799 to 1899. Last weekend for couple of days BB decreased the price to 1799 when it was 1899 at amazon. But before i could get hold of the price they increased it back to 1999 (saturday midnight). Let see if it comes back down again by this weekend. I don't see amazon going below1 1799. The similar model LN46A860(Toc Blue) is being offered for 1599. Don't know why, but id prices don't settle may be i will go for this model. tech Specs are same.
312840
Come on Amazon!!! It's time to put these on sale again! I'm in the market for one but I'd like a slight drop in price before pulling the trigger.
505837
Thanks Steven! could you explain better? Do You think amazon will give it so i can close the deal before X-mas?? By the way, Merry X-mas to you and everybody else..
252240
I don't know what the "real" list price is, but I checked at macy's this weekend and they are on sale for the same price right now. Pretty much anywhere you go right now they're on sale. *wow* Just noticed that was posted 3 years ago........
1070620
I've noticed that the price on AMAZON seems to vary mostly based on inventory. When you see "only X left in stock" on an item, the price is usually a bit higher. You'll also see a higher price when the source is outside AMAZON, rather then buying directly from AMAZON. Now as far as the $219 price ($269 with the $50 rebate) over Christmas 2011, that was actually an AMAZON "Gold Box" price for only that short time. I only know because I know several close friends who bought units during those exact few days. They saw the "Gold Box" price, and jumped on it. So I really don't think it's "gouging", just inventory based pricing.
878838
Agree- price gouging and Amazon should take the high road and disallow it. Gouging is taking advantage of supply restraints by raising the price artificially. Doesn't have anything to do with if you actually buy or not to be gouging. It is gouging by definiton. Look it up. But don't give em the satisfaction. Wait, be patient and shortly they will be everywhere. You have survived all this time w/out one-you can wait another month or two. Trust me, by then they will be easy to get. Why? Cuz a whole bunch more are coming down the pike and the wow factor of this one will diminish. Wait til Amazon announces their own quad-core one here shortly or when Samsung's sweet tablet hits the street, etc etc. I too would like to try one of these, but after seeing more than one review mention the case quality being poor and the unit actually separating where the front and back meet, I am skeptical. Thus, why I want to buy from someone like Amazon who has a liberal return policy. Could have bought one today at newegg no problem, but with a nonrefundable return policy-no way. They are out there, but buyer beware is what I say. I'm babbling...out.
1755166
I see what you mean ... the default price was higher because Amazon stock is out. It says: "Order now and we'll deliver when available. We'll e-mail you with an estimated delivery date as soon as we have more information. Your credit card will not be charged until we ship the item." So I suppose you can try that and cancel the order if you aren't happy with the response (or lack of response). It sounds like a pretty awesome toy I must say.
1563297
Jeff, Prices are always fluctuating on Amazon. It depends on popularity of the listing, rank, etc. Please let us know if you have any further questions. Thanks.