Behind in production?

**flipbeats** · 04-04-2012, 06:46 AM

So I ordered a TP on Amazon and its been 2 days and I haven't gotten a notification that it was sent yet. Beforehand though I went to best buy and staples and they were both sold out of Primes.. Ya I was all happy to get the day of until I found out that news hehe. I was just curious to what the lack in supply of transformers is? I mean if Ipads can sell like a mad house and not be out of stock why can't TP =)

**Kmcferrin** · 04-04-2012, 09:18 AM

Originally Posted by flipbeatzz

So I ordered a TP on Amazon and its been 2 days and I haven't gotten a notification that it was sent yet. Beforehand though I went to best buy and staples and they were both sold out of Primes.. Ya I was all happy to get the day of until I found out that news hehe. I was just curious to what the lack in supply of transformers is? I mean if Ipads can sell like a mad house and not be out of stock why can't TP =)

Apple is a much larger company than Asus. When Apple is ready to launch a product they buy up massive numbers of the required components well in advance. They buy in much larger quantities than other companies do, because most companies these days operate on a "Just In Time" delivery of components. This allows companies to keep inventories low and adapt to changing component prices. Apple, on the other hand, just buys tons of whatever they need and they get huge volume discounts on the components. Because of this they (in theory) shouldn't run into shortages, whereas another manufacturer very likely could. On top of that, Apple's purchasing of many common components can actually create a shortage for Apple's competitors.

On top of that, Asus is working on shipping their next wave of tablets, the Transformer Infinity 300 and 700. I would expect to see production of the Transformer Prime to drop off a bit as those other products ramp up, and eventually see the Prime be replaced by them.

But most importantly, it's supply vs. demand. Demand for the Prime is very high right now, as it is the only tablet currently shipping on "modern" Tegra 3 architecture. Most other manufacturers announced products at CES earlier this year but are still not shipping yet. Asus announced the Prime last fall and started shipping in December, so they're basically the only game in town at the moment for a Tegra 3 Android tablet. Demand is high, and when retailers get their hands on inventory they usually are sold out same-day.

**flipbeats** · 04-04-2012, 10:18 AM

You have point, thanks for the info. Unfortunately though my tablet got pushed to ship may 1st because amazon sold out of it =(

**biggbrother2** · 04-05-2012, 09:58 AM

Originally Posted by flipbeatzz

You have point, thanks for the info. Unfortunately though my tablet got pushed to ship may 1st because amazon sold out of it =(

Just hunt around. Best Buys usually receive them on a truck every week. But they sell out quick. You just have to keep calling and asking when they are coming in, and eventually you should snag one well before May 1.

For online purchasing you can use nowinstock.net . A bunch of people on this board have gotten their Prime using that site as a tool.

**Devinator** · 04-05-2012, 12:29 PM

Originally Posted by flipbeatzz

You have point, thanks for the info. Unfortunately though my tablet got pushed to ship may 1st because amazon sold out of it =(

I ordered mine off Amazon and the order was fulfilled by Amazon, not a third party. It originally said about a month, then dropped to about a week, then dropped to three days, then two. I got it in two. Hopefully that happens with yours as well.

**flipbeats** · 04-05-2012, 03:55 PM

haha I just ordered from amazon yesterday and I called and they said the same may I was like WHAT!! haha Hopefully it ships soon hopefully by next week crossing fingers

**Devinator** · 04-05-2012, 04:45 PM

Wow, that is really lame. I guess I got lucky getting mine in two days. It'll be well worth the wait though. I love mine.

**gemro311** · 04-06-2012, 01:04 AM

When I ordered the 201 on March 23, Amazon gave me a long delivery time..May 1st. I was ok with that as I had read Asus was redoing the back . Yesterday I received an email from Amazon that my order was being shipped . Sure enough ..it will be here on Monday the 9th.

When I ordered from Amazon ..none of the BEST BUYS or HH Craig's had any and didn't know when they would arrive..

Biggest plus getting it from Amazon is the extra Warranty you can get, IMHO , is better and less expensive than BB or HH.

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**flipbeats** · 04-06-2012, 10:08 AM

Originally Posted by gemro311

When I ordered the 201 on March 23, Amazon gave me a long delivery time..May 1st. I was ok with that as I had read Asus was redoing the back . Yesterday I received an email from Amazon that my order was being shipped . Sure enough ..it will be here on Monday the 9th.

When I ordered from Amazon ..none of the BEST BUYS or HH Craig's had any and didn't know when they would arrive..

Biggest plus getting it from Amazon is the extra Warranty you can get, IMHO , is better and less expensive than BB or HH.

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Well I hope mine comes soon cause I feel so empty without a tablet or portable laptop or computer. I've been using my smartphone for the past says since I sold my ipad hwhe

**Devinator** · 04-06-2012, 10:16 AM

Originally Posted by gemro311

When I ordered the 201 on March 23, Amazon gave me a long delivery time..May 1st. I was ok with that as I had read Asus was redoing the back . Yesterday I received an email from Amazon that my order was being shipped . Sure enough ..it will be here on Monday the 9th.

When I ordered from Amazon ..none of the BEST BUYS or HH Craig's had any and didn't know when they would arrive..

Biggest plus getting it from Amazon is the extra Warranty you can get, IMHO , is better and less expensive than BB or HH.

Sent from my ADR6400L using Tapatalk

That's strange. I ordered mine on the 27th and got it the 29th. Granted I got a free trial to Amazon Prime to get the two day shipping, but, still.

I did order mine with the dock at the same time. I wonder if that had something to do with it.

**michaelp68** · 04-06-2012, 10:17 AM

It appears that Staples has them in stock for on-line ordering with two day free delivery. fyi

**flipbeats** · 04-06-2012, 12:42 PM

27th was the last time they had shipping I think thats why

**Devinator** · 04-06-2012, 12:50 PM

Originally Posted by flipbeatzz

27th was the last time they had shipping I think thats why

Not sure what you mean by that, but, I ordered mine four days after you and got mine two days later. And, you'll get yours in 2.5 weeks from order date. Seems strange. Did you order a dock with it? I did, and, maybe that is the issue.

**gemro311** · 04-06-2012, 01:39 PM

Originally Posted by Devinator

That's strange. I ordered mine on the 27th and got it the 29th. Granted I got a free trial to Amazon Prime to get the two day shipping, but, still.

I did order mine with the dock at the same time. I wonder if that had something to do with it.

Or maybe subscribing to Amazon Prime worked in your favor

..Monday will be here soon enough ..

Hope you are enjoying it and came trouble free ...

**Devinator** · 04-06-2012, 01:47 PM

Well, Prime only gives you two day shipping and has nothing to do with when it ships out, ya know?

Well, good, I'm glad that you'll have yours soon. I'm sure you are excited, and, you are gonna love it.

Yes, I am thrilled with it. Everything about it is great and I'm loving the dock. Took a day or two to adjust to the slightly smaller keys, but, definitely awesome now that I'm used to it. Also, turning of the touch pad when not in use is a good idea. Thankfully there is a button on the keyboard to turn it on and off real quick.

**flipbeats** · 04-06-2012, 03:47 PM

I didn't get a dock with mine but I do have prime.. well 2.5 weeks isn't that bad I guess lol helps me save up for the keyboard

**Devinator** · 04-06-2012, 04:07 PM

I'd be curious to know if that has something to do with it. I'd definitely suggest the dock. It's really useful, and, it's added protection for when it's closed.

**flipbeats** · 04-07-2012, 07:42 AM

Ya i'm getting the dock as well, I need in order to write blogs

**flipbeats** · 04-09-2012, 06:16 PM

This is a little bit off topic but I was wondering if there is a difference between the tf201 model the 700 cause I think i got the 201 versión of the prime. I google the 700 and i couldn't find anything.

**Devinator** · 04-09-2012, 07:00 PM

It's a different tablet. Here is an article explaining the differences. Looks like it's a tuned and enhanced Prime, better resolution, fixes WiFi issues, etc.

**Shotine** · 04-09-2012, 07:46 PM

Trust me its well worth the wait i have had mine for over three months and i regret nothing.

**MoonlightSoldier** · 04-09-2012, 09:52 PM

I just walked in best buy to buy one today and they were out of everything except one screen protector. They put in an order to get here soon and told me that they can barely keep the things in stock!

**Pandawg** · 04-10-2012, 12:24 AM

I think Gamestop might have some.

**SOTK** · 04-10-2012, 03:43 AM

Originally Posted by Pandawg

I think Gamestop might have some.

This.

You can try ordering online at Gamestop or seeing if a local store has some. Not all Gamestop stores are selling them. In my area, only two stores have been authorized by Gamestop Corporate to carry them. I intentionally got mine from Gamestop as Gamestop pre-loads a few games at no additional cost. Also, people are overlooking Gamestop so you have a better chance at physically getting one in stock.

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**Lady_Evo** · 04-10-2012, 01:47 PM

I actually got mine on eBay for $485 back in March. Amazon had told me it would be like 3 weeks and I couldn't wait that long. It came with everything, plus a case that they had bought for it. Has worked perfectly since day 1 and no issues (it's the BC serial series). I love this thing!

You guys are making me want to buy a dock now...