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Uk... Comp.... Vendors... where are you...? ! ... Where have you gone ...!... ?... by News Reader
This group used to be and is (at least in theory - if a bit empty / dead at the moment)... great fun and interesting.. .... where has all the chat of old gone... ebuyer... vs. xyz.... returns vs. mis-described products... great deals... terrible stings... lol... .... where oh where... is...
November 18th 09 05:23 PM
by News Reader Go to last post
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From the "dormant" website to "shell" blog reflects the Han by haiyan zeng
October 6, Xinhuanet an "official investigation of collective phenomena of open-Bo:" shell blog "has fueled discontent", a re-trigger people's "official Bo" concerns. (October 6 Xinhuanet)brbr Originally, officials opened Bo in politics is a break with traditional modes of communication to...
October 11th 09 06:55 AM
by haiyan zeng Go to last post
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A question about boxes. by Trust No One®
I notice that whatever the size of my order, the box that it ships in from Ebuyer always matches its dimensions perfectly. Somehow I doubt that they keep a vast set of boxes in storage of all possible sizes :) My guess is that Ebuyer and other larger etailers use some type of machine that...
September 6th 09 11:26 AM
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[OT]: Has SVP changed hands? by Mike Scott[_2_]
fred wrote: I see the address for SVP has changed from Paignton to Edinburgh, has Steve moved or perhaps sold up? The spamming of customers who have previously opted out of marketing contact suggests it's in new hands. They're persistent, I'll give them that. I keep getting spam to...
July 14th 09 06:36 PM
by bcoombes[_2_] Go to last post
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Eclipse Computers by bnorth
there have been a few posts re Eclipse Computers (of Coventry UK) a firm much plugged by some PC mags but google Eclipse Computers and they seem to have a terrible reputation for product reliability and customer service. for the most part the feedback on numerous boards is...
February 19th 08 10:57 AM
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Thinking of buying from overclockers? You may want to think again... by J S
Take a look at their forums. Search for posts from the owner of OC UK. If you have ever ordered from them and are black, jewish or homosexual, or in any way disapprove of hitlers policies or those of white supremacy groups, you may possibly feel a little bit sick to the stomach for having...
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September 6th 04 12:52 PM
by Michael Rodgers Go to last post
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Good Vendors / Bad Vendors. by Black Shuck
I have used a few over the years, and see a pattern, I'm sure every company has their bad days, but perhaps we should try and see what trends there are. My Generally Good List: Misco NovaTech CCL Microdirect
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October 7th 06 03:27 PM
by Jon D Go to last post
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CityLink Not Delivering by mrjolly
I bought some bits from Ebuyer, and I paid for their 'Standard Delivery' which apparently takes about a week to deliver. I was told that the delivery was today, so stayed in *all* day. I did not go out once. At about 5pm, I received an email from Ebuyer informing me that I had...
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July 14th 04 08:21 PM
by Dave Go to last post
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DMT vape pen by Sales Psytime Pharmaceuticals
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January 14th 21 12:05 PM
by Sales Psytime Pharmaceuticals Go to last post
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Purple screen of death by Bagpuss
Oh dear http://www.pcworld.co.uk/ :-)
November 13th 03 09:50 AM
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Is this legal under Distance Selling Regs (or any other UK regualations)? by Black Shuck
I purchased some items from a UK computer vendor, who foolishly decided to put his companies reputation in the hands of Initial/CityLink. Basically, the problem is, they have tried to deliver my items 2 days on the trot now, but nobody was home to sign for them, City Link will now not attempt...
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May 12th 04 06:38 PM
by Tx2 Go to last post
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Heads up for fraudster by DME
Recent fraud attempt - Not isolated so check your records: Details of character below: It has come to our attention that you may be the recipient of potentially fraudulent funds. We have initiated an investigation into this event. In the meantime, we have placed a pending reversal on the funds...
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July 26th 04 02:55 PM
by Flexi Go to last post
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Ebuyer unbranded memory doesn't work - how do I even know I have the right stick? by Jonathan
In my Medion 8083, there are 2 sticks of Samsung and 2 of Elixir memory, 256Mb each. 1Gb simply isn't enough these days, so I did lots of research, found various configurators and read this page: http://md8083.hertsinternet.com/memory.shtml which led me to believe that this product should...
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June 19th 07 10:53 AM
by andy Go to last post
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Are Dabs in breach of contract? by TooFatToSurf
I ordered a Sony Vaio S1XP from the dabs.com website on 1st September. It was described as used, and with all the bits. It was about £250 cheaper than a new one. On 8th September, I received an invoice by e-mail. They also debited my credit card. Next day, I get an e-mail saying that they are...
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September 20th 04 06:34 PM
by Glyn Grinstead Go to last post
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Where do I stang legaly with faulty goods I hve? by Mikey
I purchased a Pocket PC (Mio-168) Online. Used my credit card I have had the item under 2 weeks and it is starting to play up. I contacted the vendor and they said that under their T&C after 14days I have to send it back to the manufacturer. I'm pretty sure this is not the case, as I have my...
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April 18th 06 11:44 PM
by Nick Le Lievre Go to last post
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Evesham spam by Andrew Bell
An interesting read for those who may consider buying from evesham. http://www.softrock.co.uk/spam/spammers/spam001.html -- Andrew The above address IS valid but will go straight to my spambin. If you want to make sure I read your email unmunge
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October 16th 03 07:08 PM
by John Ray Go to last post
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Are mains surge protectors needed in the UK? by Bagpuss
On Thu, 08 Jul 2004 15:47:28 +0100, Lem wrote: snip Am I being too complacent? I've never used one. I've never had a surge blow anything either. My next door neigbour as one for her PC, but makes SFA difference. Of
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July 20th 04 08:04 PM
by Panos Papadopolous Go to last post
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http://www.drivemylaptop.co.uk/ OK? by Ian[_4_]
I plan to upgrade the hard drive on my laptop, and came across: http://www.drivemylaptop.co.uk/ Any experiences with this supplier? -- Ian
July 11th 09 10:37 PM
by DrTeeth Go to last post
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OMG!!!!! by Parish
Now we know for certain that this country has gone stark staring mad...... http://tinyurl.com/2teet Time to buy that delapidated farmhouse in France methinks.
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January 29th 04 10:33 PM
by al Go to last post
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Contact details for nightmare problem with Komplett? by John D[_3_]
I am in the UK and have bought a hard drive from Komplett (who I am told are headquartered in Sandefjord, Norway). I have had problems with a 750GB hard drive Komplett has supplied due to incompatibilities with a PCI-SATA card I bought from Komplett. The problem is I can't get a reply from...
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October 3rd 08 10:38 PM
by rousseau Go to last post
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