Jan 4 2013, 10:24 AM
QUOTE(neo_87 @ Jan 4 2013, 10:11 AM)
Was in Subang Parade Blue Cube yesterday to sign a contract, but need to get new number. They can't do it here (because they are dealer), only available at celcom centre. Oklah fine, then i opt for outright. They have a lot of stock (im looking for 16 black) but the tricky part, the phone bundled with accessories i.e screen protector & casing. Altogether need to pay RM2499.
The casing price is RM79 + screen protector RM59 (according to the salesman), total RM2199 + 59 + 79 = 2337. OH man they still markup the price. When i asked i just want to get it outright at price RM2199, they say can't because company not allowed to do so. Ok fine, so i just walked out the shop.
Entered next to Bluecube, 'IStudy' shop (as stated in mall directory) and supposed they are Apple authorised reseller. Asking for the phone, they sell it at RM2299. I was like whatt??! Then i ask why is Apple Online Store selling at RM2199 and your shop at this price? The lady said oh like that one, our comp bought at 2k++ price, u go to every shop here also they sell approx at this price. Ok fine, again i walked out from the shop.
Why every shop selling at different price just to make profit? On my out from the mall, saw the Cube right at the entrance. Asked the boy, yup retails at RM2199 but unfortunately the phone is out of stock. Maybe will be restock in 2 weeks time.
Know its not easy to get a unit these days, but frustrated with the sellers attitude just want to make easy profit when the item is hot and oos everywhere plus with the ppl eagerness.
Just sharing my experience, as consumer you have the rights and don't get fooled by the marketing strategy. I'm still looking for one, Apple Store will be my last resort.
1. From what I understand, some Blue Cube are not under Celcom. Used to be in Seremban Celcom, the guys manning the Blue Cube were actually a company that was given Celcom dealership. After that, Celcom took over the blue cube section and they have been manning and operating the area even since. Now, any and all inquires, you want to buy or whatever are operated by them.The casing price is RM79 + screen protector RM59 (according to the salesman), total RM2199 + 59 + 79 = 2337. OH man they still markup the price. When i asked i just want to get it outright at price RM2199, they say can't because company not allowed to do so. Ok fine, so i just walked out the shop.
Entered next to Bluecube, 'IStudy' shop (as stated in mall directory) and supposed they are Apple authorised reseller. Asking for the phone, they sell it at RM2299. I was like whatt??! Then i ask why is Apple Online Store selling at RM2199 and your shop at this price? The lady said oh like that one, our comp bought at 2k++ price, u go to every shop here also they sell approx at this price. Ok fine, again i walked out from the shop.
Why every shop selling at different price just to make profit? On my out from the mall, saw the Cube right at the entrance. Asked the boy, yup retails at RM2199 but unfortunately the phone is out of stock. Maybe will be restock in 2 weeks time.
Know its not easy to get a unit these days, but frustrated with the sellers attitude just want to make easy profit when the item is hot and oos everywhere plus with the ppl eagerness.
Just sharing my experience, as consumer you have the rights and don't get fooled by the marketing strategy. I'm still looking for one, Apple Store will be my last resort.
2. Celcom will sell you the phone outright, and they don't actually force you to go and buy any accessories whatsoever which is where most dealers make their money. Only terms is you must be a Celcom customer to buy from them. At least, that was my experience.
3. Dealers would be dealers. I personally knew a few of them in Lowyat, all "monyok" because the hot iPhone 5 are not moving. To be honest, they still think that they can be "sharks", not knowing that most of their customers are now "dolphins". Heck, if you also buy from Apple Online Store then I also buy from Apple Online store. Add the fact that most debit cards these days works just fine for online purchases, and you have extinction recipe ready for these guys.
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