Yeah sneaky! I saw that too. I emailed them and asked if I got the Newt DOA
could I return it? The response was:
"These units are tested and work before shipping. I cannot guarantee the
battery, they are used and can work now and one hour later be dead... the
units will not be DOA."
No mention of whether or not I could return it ... sneaky.
Rui
Chris Myers wrote:
> If you want to see suspicious, read their return policy. Even though
> they say the Newtons appear to be okay, a quick read of the Sales
> warranty policy says:
>
> "All products that are sold As-Is or without warranty are purchased at
> the risk of the customer. We test all units and they are working or as
> described in auction information. Under no circumstances will refunds or
> replacements be given for non-working products that are sold without
> warranty. If it does not state in the above auction description that
> this item includes a warranty, then it does not. We are not responsible
> for typographical errors and reserve the right to refuse any order for
> any reason."
>
> Notice that in the Newt description does not say they have a warranty.
> So, just be aware because it looks like if you get a bad Newt, you will
> be stuck with it. Check with them first before you buy, or buy with the
> knowledge that these might not work.
>
> Chris
>
> > Date: Sun, 24 Feb 2002 23:19:28 -0500
> > From: Rui Curveira <rui_at_interlog.com>
> > Subject: Re: [NTLK] more on $25 newts
> >
> >
> > Variety-shop and Phillydiscounters are one in the same. I have sent
> > email to both and the reply came from the same person. I don't know why
> > they are selling under two names. Suspicious? Maybe.
> > Rui
>
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