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shrink · May 5, 2003, 11:28 PM

I ordered a 30GB iPod on Monday, 4/28 at 11:15am PST via the ADC Apple Store (only $399 no tax, free shipping!). My order remains open - i.e., not yet shipped. When I called to inquire last Friday (5/2), the rep said a they sent out a big shipment on Thursday, 5/1/2003, and were expecting their next shipment late next week (i.e., 5/8 - 5/9). When I noted my early order date/time and wondered why I seemed to have been skipped over for this initial "big" shipment, the rep was at a loss for words.

I'm guessing ADC orders might be different than the regular online Apple Store, but it is still a frustrating wait. Has anyone else's order from the online Apple Store been delayed?

For those who have received your orders from the online Apple Store (especially 30GB orders), would you posting your order time? Also, if it's not considered too much of an invasion of privacy, would you mind sending me your order number via PM or e-mail? I probably shouldn't complain too much since I got such a good price, but I'm just irritated at Apple's senseless shipping methods. I'd like to give them a few examples of orders that have already shipped so that I could maybe have them upgrade my shipping or something.

AssassyN · May 5, 2003, 11:50 PM

First off, be very aware that Apple's shipping policy is completely random, and no matter what order the orders were placed, that WILL NOT be the order in which they're filled. I know, I know...strange indeed, but Apple's shipping policies have always mystified users.

At any rate, did you purchase that iPod along w/ a computer system through ADC? Please tell me you didn't use your one and only ADC Discount on a single iPod.

And yeah, typically Apple.com orders take a tad longer to fill, escp. ADC orders, as the ADC is actually a completely different entity of Apple with different headquarters, telephone hours, and everything. So just be patient really, there's nothing much you can do...I'm still waiting on my extra 17" PB Battery that I ordered on 2.23.03 from ADC, and they've just told me their next shipment will arrive on 5.12.03 and I'll get it shipped then.

shrink · May 5, 2003, 11:58 PM

My ADC order included a 17" powerbook (which I received today!), extra AC adapter, brenthaven shoulder bag, and the iPod - but alas, this is the wrong forum to say how impressed I am with the 17". Rest assured, though, I bought as much as I could afford with the ADC discount - it did not go to waste.

DigitalEl · May 6, 2003, 01:30 AM

Okay, I'll bite.

What is ADC?

AssassyN · May 6, 2003, 07:21 AM

Originally posted by DigitalEl:
Okay, I'll bite.

What is ADC?

ADC is a group of Apple Developers that get great benefits upon joining, and although joining is expensive for most, you can get these benefits for only $99 if you're enrolled in a college even part time, regardless of class load or class scheduling. One of the greatest benefits is a one-time 20% off discount on the purchase of an Apple computer & Apple accessories. Here's how you can join:

"Just go to http://connect.apple.com and select "Join" to purchase a Student Membership. Put a Student Membership in your cart and "Check-Out". Pay your $99, fill out all the info. it asks (including your Student ID [many universities, including my own, simply use your Social Security # as your ID, so if you're unsure, check into it first] at your college, this is very important), and order it. You'll then be instantly ready to purchase via the Student Discount. You do so by heading HERE and click that banner that says "ADC Hardware Purchase Program" to enter the ADC Store. Wowww look at the pretty prices!

Okay, after you're through gawking, get to ordering! Just put whatever you want in your cart, and make absolute *SURE!* you get everything you need, because once the order is placed, that discount is FOREVER gone, regardless of what you "forgot" to order at the time of purchase. Too, many things in accessories won't be discounted, as it's the Apple-made hardware that's discounted. For instance, a Microsoft mouse will be the same price through the ADC store as the normal one, so don't be shocked, only Apple stuff is discounted, but even the small things like Power Adapters, batteries, etc. are discounted if made by Apple.

Then, place your order, give them your name, shipping info., credit card info., etc. and you're set! Things will begin to ship as they become available. In about a week or two you'll get an email from Apple requesting a FAX from you to them with your College letter of Acceptance (original, no copies) OR your current Class Schedule from your University, PLUS your Student ID card or Driver's License. Also, if you want to type out a page stating your full name, address, and your ADC Membership Confirmation Number (that'll be included in the email they'll send you after you've paid your $99 to confirm that you're in) and fax that page too, it speeds up there confirmation process. Once that's in to Apple, they won't email you telling you it's done, but keep a check on your account at connect.apple.com, and you'll see your Assets (ADC Student Membership and ADC Mailings) become updated w/ a current date, which will be the date they confirmed you after your faxes. This confirmation of faxes allows them to start sending your monthly mailings of free code, free info., free t-shirts, free programs, etc. for a one-year period (very cool stuff!). After that one-year, you can renew for $99 for another year, and you'll continue to get all your monthly goodies, but you will NOT ever receive another 20% discount, even with renewing. That discount is for joiners only, unfortunately, so use it very wisely!"

If you have any other questions, just let me know and I'll be glad to help!

THE MAC GOD · May 6, 2003, 02:35 PM

damn... thats a good deal... anyway, ordered mine saturday... and i'm still waiting for it to change from OPEN... sniff sniff

arnette · May 6, 2003, 04:43 PM

I ordered my 15GB on Sunday (5/4) along with a Belkin FM Transmitter. The Belkin FM-thingy shipped on Monday but my iPod is still on OPEN. I hate that. Anyone has their's delayed as well??

And I did the ol' ADC thing, too. That's how I got my little PB 12".

xi_hyperon · May 7, 2003, 12:17 PM

Originally posted by arnette:
I ordered my 15GB on Sunday (5/4) along with a Belkin FM Transmitter. The Belkin FM-thingy shipped on Monday but my iPod is still on OPEN. I hate that. Anyone has their's delayed as well??

And I did the ol' ADC thing, too. That's how I got my little PB 12".

Yep. Ordered the 15GB using an ADC discount. Still waiting. I was off work yesterday, and was hoping to see a little box on my desk when I returned this morning, but no such luck.