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Acer Aspire S3-951-2364G34iss Ultrabook $488 after HN Cash Back
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superforever on 20/04/2012 - 17:50 harveynorman.com.au (3135 clicks)
Last edited 23/04/2012 - 10:27

This in store pic clearly show $788 - $300 = $488 (Thanks John Kelvin for the pic)

http://upload.ozbargain.com/2012/04/21/8256_acers3.jpg (link updated)

There is already a post about the $300 cash back for Ultrabook but according to that post most people checked with Harvey Norman yesterday said that the discounted models are not included.

But today I have checked several Harvey Normans all said the $300 Cash Back includes all Ultrabook no matter what price they are. Gordon NSW store even checked with head office and confirmed.

So this post is just to remind people about this special and see if you can find the $788 Acer S3 Ultrabook but most store already sold out.

Because this is really a bargain a lot of people may misleaded and miss out if they read the previous ozbargain post.

I bought one today for $788 if anyone called HN and they said no, ask them to call their Head Office to confirm. I am 100% sure about this because i have passed by a few HNs today and asked. Finally found one with stock.

If you think this a dup please delete.

I would suggest here who bought it for $788 before cash back please give me a +ve so that we will know how many ozbargainers got it at this price :)

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  • kazines on 20/04/2012 - 17:53
    +1

    this is tempting…

      • Forgot69 on 20/04/2012 - 20:47

        Between this and the awesome Humble Bundle bargain, I've ran out of neg votes for the first time for all these haters. Lucky you IVI. Mind you, I'm sure a few other people won't have ran out.

        I'll put this very simply for you, just post another ultrabook for under $488.

  • Forgot69 on 20/04/2012 - 17:53

    My receipt here for a $788. Be aware this was the last boxed one that store had. The rep seemed to imply that the floor/display model could be sold.

    • kheob on 20/04/2012 - 17:54

      How do you go about getting the cash back?

      • Forgot69 on 20/04/2012 - 18:02

        Here's the cashback form too! :)

        • kheob on 20/04/2012 - 18:08
          +2

          I'm having some reservations about this one because the form mentions products purchased at the 'advertised price' only and this http://www.harveynorman.com.au/promos/300-cashback?intcmp=HN… states that the lowest priced i3 is $797 after the cash back. Also, in the T&Cs,

          The Cashback offer is made solely by the relevant franchisee where the claimant made their original purchase, and the relevant franchisee reserves the right to vary, modify or cancel the offer at any time without notice.

        • voter1 on 20/04/2012 - 18:24
          +2

          I was just at a store and they said that this $788 model was not included??

          whats to stop them contacting you in 6 weeks time saying "sorry that model was not included"

  • kheob on 20/04/2012 - 17:53

    Has anyone gotten it for that price? I suspect the stores would mark up their in stock prices to accommodate for the cash back.

  • tonyjzx on 20/04/2012 - 18:03

    i'd be surprised if any HN store actually let that one go for $500…

  • tonyjzx on 20/04/2012 - 18:03

    http://apcmag.com/notebookhunter/deals/acer-aspire-s3-951-23…

    looks real good

    i'd suggest you replace the drive with a cheap SSD and really fly

    • superforever on 20/04/2012 - 19:04
      +1

      I think ultrabook is a bit difficult to open.

    • annarchon on 21/04/2012 - 08:39

      I thought these already have something like a 8GB mSata SSD on board already.

      • superforever on 21/04/2012 - 10:06
        +1

        20GB SSD on board but according to Windows Disk Manager it said it is a hibernation partition.

  • NotJustChickenDinner on 20/04/2012 - 18:22

    just called oconnor, yes we have the acer in stock and @ 796 on special, but to get the $300 cash you have to pay the full price of $996 = 696 after cash back,

    "Not in conjunction with Catalogue Lines or any other offer"

    hopefully op can still claim it

    • Forgot69 on 20/04/2012 - 18:31

      Despite not only being told verbally it's included, I was also handed the cashback while paying for it.
      There's a special kind of hell that will be raised in-store if it's not honoured. However, I'm a trusting kinda guy and I'll presume a minor apocalypse won't be necessary till evoked.

    • superforever on 20/04/2012 - 18:59

      Ask them to call head office to clarify, other HNs sold out the S3 because of this $300 offer.

  • marnsy on 20/04/2012 - 18:42

    I wonder since HN is giving the cash back can you get the cash back from Acer as well.

    • superforever on 20/04/2012 - 18:59

      This model is not under the Acer cash back offer.

  • addo on 20/04/2012 - 18:48

    I'm going to laugh in a few weeks where everyone will start bitching about how its not included.

    • chyawala on 20/04/2012 - 19:24

      Called and it was not on offer for this price. It would be a good if it was, but no deal.

      • superforever on 20/04/2012 - 19:29

        Asked them to check their head office, too many of ozbargainers already bought it at this price.

        • addo on 21/04/2012 - 15:28

          You know what the problem with that logic is.

          You assume that HN cares about their customers, where is the only thing they really care about is profit, at the end of the day if their accounting says, nop we are going to lose too much money. they will eat their own words with no honour.

          Considering no staff will be fired and the cash back is from the "Head office" the sales people don't care.

          I'm not saying you won't get cash back. But I wouldn't fall for those marketing traps, for 300$ I wait for Ivy Bridge thank you very much!

        • superforever on 21/04/2012 - 15:54

          I don't think they want to get into ACCC trouble.

          Like DSE they honour the $20 Logitech G27 Wheel even it was a price error.

  • ode1online on 20/04/2012 - 18:48
    +2

    I went down to my local, Now I previously posted they said it was off RRP.
    I took a look and ALL the Previous Sales prices were GONE, and only the WHITE sticker with the RRP or a Sign with he RRP was visable. SO While looking for the S3(had NONE) I was approached by a salesperson. I asked what the price of the HP I3 was, (it Said $1199) and he said $996.. SO I said I pay $996 and get the $300 cashback and he said Yes. I mentioned I called the day before and was advised otherwise, he responded OH that was a misunderstanding that ANOTHER store had made???
    Anyway I got my HP Ultrabook for $696 so I am happy.

    Cheers

  • wbeer on 20/04/2012 - 19:45

    If they are telling you this instore- then they really do have to honour it. Regardless of whether its in the "T+Cs".

    Probably just have to complain alot. :p

  • cheapskateasian on 20/04/2012 - 20:10
    +1

    I picked up this Ultrabook exactly a week ago for $688 from Officeworks. Price beat "Electronics Bazaar" price of $725.

    Good ultrabook. Super thin, super light, and super fast. It's basically a replica of the maacbook air and even the touch pad is the same with the two finger scroll and zoom.

    BUT it's only a 3 cell battery

    • Plasma on 21/04/2012 - 17:22

      Receipt please?? This seems as if this is the best possible price.

  • caleb on 20/04/2012 - 20:23

    just got zenbook kx004v for $999 at dicks,very nice machine

  • doze on 20/04/2012 - 20:33
    +3

    As I mentioned in the other thread I purchased 2x i3 S3 Ultrabooks at $788 from HN Aspley and was assured by both the department manager and the salesman that these notebooks are included in the $300 cashback. Typing on my bad boy right now;)

    I'm travelling on Sunday so I'll be claiming on the TRS. Should bring it down to $416.

  • [Deactivated] on 20/04/2012 - 20:51
    +3

    I can confirm it. I saw them in the store near my house are advertised at $488. 788 - 300 = 488.

  • superforever on 20/04/2012 - 21:00

    I tried to ask them to see if they can price match JB for the ASUS and claim cash back.

    The guy said either one, so finally bought the Acer.

  • chacha on 20/04/2012 - 21:43

    Guys, sorry to ask a stupid question. I thought ultra books will have SSD, but this ACER got a 320GB and I dont think its a SSD. HN website says $300 off from any ultra book and can they say this is not?

    • ifixa on 20/04/2012 - 21:54
      +2

      it has a separate 20gb SSD for the OS and 320gb for storing other stuff

      • poporange630 on 20/04/2012 - 22:40
        +2

        The 20gb SSD is only for hibernating and is not for OS, however you can do some crack and install a windows on it.

      • superforever on 20/04/2012 - 22:40
        +1

        Is not for Windows itself just for caching, etc. Like Ready Boost I think.

        I have it and just checked Windows is on the 320GB drive.

    • doze on 20/04/2012 - 21:54

      It has a 20GB SSD as well as the 320GB.

    • dbrent12 on 20/04/2012 - 23:00
      -2

      i believe the acer (no ssd, battery life) and the hp (thickness) dont fit the official ultrabook classification.

  • Matt P on 20/04/2012 - 21:51

    is the hard drive easily replaceable? I've got a SSD in my current laptop that i could swing over

  • tfb on 20/04/2012 - 22:08

    HN advertise this as USB 3 but the Acer website says 2.0. Still, if you can get it for $488 it seems a bargain.

  • junk3569 on 20/04/2012 - 22:55
    +4

    I went to HN thurs IKEA springvale VIC. They jacked the price up to $987 and say $300 off= $687. Tried to argue with the sales guys, there were 2 of them, they say either $987 RRP minus $300. or $788 at special price no more discount. So i just walked off….faking misleading ad.

    • fatbelly on 20/04/2012 - 23:32
      +1

      I agree, someone should take them to ACC
      Definitively misleading, I also had this experience in Springvale
      Not Happy

    • KenY on 21/04/2012 - 00:54
      +1

      Same crap at Hoppers Crossing. The sales guy denied HN increased the price.

    • bargainjargon on 21/04/2012 - 08:06

      HN Alexandia told me the same thing. Sorry, no.

      • superforever on 21/04/2012 - 10:18
        +3

        Just buy it at the special price $788 and you don't need the form from them.

        Just download it here I think should be OK because the form I have also a printed copy.

        http://dl.dropbox.com/u/121625/HNUltrabookCB.jpg

        • bargainjargon on 21/04/2012 - 17:57

          Cheers, bought one from HN Moore Park for $788. It was advertised as part of the $300 cashback ultrabooks so no issues there.

        • superforever on 21/04/2012 - 18:03

          bargainjagon, you mean they have a poster shows $788-$300=$488?

          Did you take a photo?

        • bargainjargon on 21/04/2012 - 18:20

          superforever, sorry I didn't take a photo but all they had were a bunch of Acer laptops under this big $300 off ultrabooks banner but nowhere did it say $788 - $300 = $488. But it was brought up several times verbally (not just to me but I overheard them mention it to other customers) that it was $788 - $300 for the cashback. At no point was there a question whether it was part of the cashback promo or not.

          By the way, I also called them up yesterday and this morning and both times they said it was included in the cashback promo.

      • 0zb4rg41n3r on 21/04/2012 - 18:16

        I rang my local store to get the $788 price and the cash back, I was pointed to the terms of the offer which said not in conjunction with any other offer and not available on discounted or catalogue items, they have that on the website as well and the advertised models said "special offee" on the price page.

        I ended up buying regardless, I still think it was a great deal to pass on.

  • tonyjzx on 20/04/2012 - 23:29

    any stores in sydney who will do $488?

    • test123123 on 21/04/2012 - 09:24

      Yes, is there any stores can do for $488?

    • superforever on 21/04/2012 - 10:10

      I bought it from Gordon NSW but the last non display one.

      I asked Castle Hill, Balgolwah all out of stock but they confirmed $788 before cash back.

      You better ring all the stores near you or where you can go.

      test123123, they will only do $788 and give you to form to claim $300 cash back yourself.

  • Jatzz on 21/04/2012 - 01:12

    Any ideas if this will play games like Starcraft II on low settings?

  • LaptopFactoryOutlet on 21/04/2012 - 09:27

    I am doubtful the $788 model has cashback… If it did, how come their advertisement does not mention such a great deal? See this link; http://harveynorman.com.au/promos/300-cashback?intcmp=HNAU-5…

    If I had an ultrabook that cheap i'd surely be posting it on my website specials instead of a higher model for $797, seems like a herp derp move if you ask me!

    • superforever on 21/04/2012 - 10:13

      You don't believe those peoples already bought and was told and have the form to claim cash back. Some even saw the $488 ads in store.

      The form will go to somewhere at Silverwater, nothing to do with the HN store you bought.

      Form posted before.

      http://dl.dropbox.com/u/121625/HNUltrabookCB.jpg

      • humdingaling on 21/04/2012 - 18:57

        Agree with Dereko comments

        Fine print on this
        Cashback applies to products purchased at the advertised price only.

        confirmed with APCMAG website
        http://apcmag.com/amazing-savings-300-off-ultrabooks-at-harv…

        The savings apply to the retailer's normal ticketed pricing (not to any already discounted prices). To get an idea for what that regular ticket pricing is, you can take a look at Harvey Norman online. The prices you see there are generally indicative of what you'd normally pay in a Harvey Norman outlet.

        Where a model is already discounted in-store (for example, discounted models appear in red on Harvey Norman's web site, but remember that this sale is separate from the online catalogue offerings), you'll be able to choose the best deal — either $300 off the ticketed price or the in-place discount, whichever saves you more.

        it then goes on to say
        Acer Aspire S3-951-2364G34iss - $999 normally, $699 after cashback

        anyway if you got it for 788, good luck on getting your 300 bucks back
        would be interesting to find out if you do……there were no stock in either two stores i visited today

        • Bacchus on 21/04/2012 - 19:26

          If you look at the website, it doesn't show what the RRP is, or that it is discounted. Just a single price in red.
          That's the only price I saw, and why should I assume that a red number means it's a temporary discount. Why don't they indicate it like other markdowns - again, it's not hard to make it clear & unambiguous.

          Anyway, I bought one, but made it clear that if the cashback wasn't honoured, would be returning it.

    • [Deactivated] on 21/04/2012 - 10:13
      +1

      Pretty sure they have. I went to the store yesterday and saw they are marked as $488 ($788 - $300cashback). So do not worry about it.

      • chacha on 21/04/2012 - 10:32
        +1

        Guys, please take a picture of that if you can and post it here. In case some got refused by HN cash back, they got the evidence.

  • blackrider89 on 21/04/2012 - 10:08
    -1

    So it has happened again at HN? Ok a neg decidedly.

  • rjb on 21/04/2012 - 11:11

    I just got the last one from HN Broadmeadows for $788 plus a bag for halp price. Sunshine refused to give me at that price claiming other stores are misinformed about $788 and Cashback. Now i will have to wait to see if i really and trully will get the Casback, if not i will return the laptop. On a side note the same laptop is available at Dick Smith at Broadmeadows at $674.00 plus if you have an Everyday Rewards Card, you will get an additional 10%, so could could end up paying just over $ 606.00 instead of possibly $688…thats if you can get to Broadmeadows, VIC soon.

    • superforever on 21/04/2012 - 11:44

      I think they themselves misinformed because Gordon NSW did call head office to confirm before offer me that.

      • wdec81 on 21/04/2012 - 12:38

        That is interesting. I just been there, and they told me this $788 ultrabook is not covered by the cashback……….

        • superforever on 21/04/2012 - 13:43

          You mean today? I bought it yesterday evening.

          Because I am the one told them I have asked several stores all confirmed $788 before cash back. Then they said they have to confirm with head office. Actually I talked with the Manager the man with tie?

  • vinu2345 on 21/04/2012 - 11:27
    -1

    Any update from Frankston store

  • Typical16-bitEnjoyer on 21/04/2012 - 11:44

    I'm going in tomorrow to suss this out. I bought the $788 ultrabook and was told no cashback. I will be going in for a serious discussion or I may just return it if not satisfied.

    They have carefully worded the terms and conditions on the website, in a way that is nearly misleading, not to mention their best price policy excludes just about everything, including cashbacks.

    • superforever on 21/04/2012 - 11:47

      I think just ask them for the form or download the form here because the cash back is nothing to do with them.

    • [Deactivated] on 21/04/2012 - 12:15
      +4

      http://db.tt/InvEaw68

      • superforever on 21/04/2012 - 12:22

        I think they want to see the ads which the store show $488.

        Because this ads already on the web site.

        • [Deactivated] on 21/04/2012 - 12:34

          You cannot see it? Under the $300 cashback, it clearly shows that before cashback $788, after cashback $488.

        • superforever on 21/04/2012 - 13:47

          Sorry I am blind.

        • superforever on 21/04/2012 - 17:45

          John Kelvin, thanks for the pic.

          Would you please post it again? I forgot to save a copy first.

          Thanks

        • [Deactivated] on 21/04/2012 - 21:27

          No Problem. I asked staff there if they have recorded your details such as your name, address and mobile number then you should receive all the cashback.

          I apologize I deleted some folders when I was transferring my files to new laptop by using dropbox. That's reason pics can not be displayed.

          I bought it at the Moorabbin store and they had 4 left around 2PM.

          Hope this helps.

      • test123123 on 21/04/2012 - 13:43

        where do you get this? Harveynorman website does not have this?

        I wish HN website show this.

      • boomboomboom on 21/04/2012 - 14:24

        Which store did you see this John_Kelvin?
        A store info would be great. Cheers.

      • iceagepig on 21/04/2012 - 18:36

        hi John can you send a copy of the pic to me please, i went to like 6 store all told me no conjuction for all sales price, so they told me even i buy it and they will not honor the cashback,
        i want to saw the pic to them . please send to my email [email protected] thanks man

        • superforever on 21/04/2012 - 21:05

          They don't need to honour because it is not by that store themselves.

  • scorp on 21/04/2012 - 13:43

    Must resist. Must not buy one.

  • scheps on 21/04/2012 - 14:01

    I just went. Its not off the discounted price. You only get cash back for full priced laptops. Let's of signs at the one I went.

    • superforever on 21/04/2012 - 14:11

      Show them the in store $488 pic from John Kelvin posted here.

  • dy4me on 21/04/2012 - 14:24

    This is why retail is a fail in Australia. The staff dont know any thing about the special and we are left running from one store to the next trying to tell them something they should already know.

  • billybrown on 21/04/2012 - 14:24
    -1

    no 300 cash back on 788, only on 999 i was informed.

  • Bacchus on 21/04/2012 - 14:57
    +1

    Feel sorry for some of the sales staff over this fiasco. Seems like they're getting different advice from HO and their local managers/franchisees.

    How hard is it be specific about which models the cash back would apply to?

  • ktks on 21/04/2012 - 15:42

    Went to GB Gordan and talked to the guy with the tie. I even show him the as. He said no. and if I were to buy he is going to state that I was informed there were no cash back for this model on the invoice.

    • superforever on 21/04/2012 - 15:58

      I bought it from Gordon NSW.

      Seems like no problem at Sydney but problem with other states.

      Anybody have the form from VIC, SA, etc?

      What is the mailing address for the cash back? The one we have is to Silverwater, NSW.

      • ktks on 21/04/2012 - 16:03

        I was at Gordan as well and talked to the same guy as u. But it seems like he just found out it was a mistake and now trying to cover up. He even insist that he hasn't sold any of that particular ultra book yet. And he said the cash back comes from Harvey. So he is sure people won't get cash back for that particular model.

        • superforever on 21/04/2012 - 16:06

          You mean Gordon Sydney?

          Actually no more left yesterday after I bought the last non display model.

      • ktks on 21/04/2012 - 16:05

        But i'm still baffled about the physical ads that were in some store. How did it happened?

        • ktks on 21/04/2012 - 16:13

          Yes….Gordon NSW (North). The guy with the Tie. He said head office specifically said no cash back for this model. I just think he is trying to cover up right now as your post indicates he is the one. That why when I said I want to buy it, he mentioned he will make sure he makes a note stating I was informed about not getting cash back on the invoice. That just proves how paranoid is he right now. The guy with the tie.

        • superforever on 21/04/2012 - 16:18

          Because you keep typing Gordan instead of Gordon that's why I want to make sure.

          Actually they have no more stock left anyway.

          Another one like the Dick Smith $20 price error with the Logitech G27 Wheel. They have to honour it anyway at the end because we were told clearly in store and even a pic with it.

          They cannot imagine the power of ozbargainers … :p

        • ktks on 21/04/2012 - 16:27

          Hehe….oops. Gordon it is then. Superforever, I think it's best to call the head office yourself. Just to make sure. Good luck to all on this~!!! I know the feeling coz I had the same waiting for the G27 and got it~!

      • chacha on 21/04/2012 - 16:48
        +1

        Mate, bought the HP, after cash back 696 from Marion store in SA. The cash back form "Ultrabook cash back promotion, locked bag2, Silerwater DC NSW 1811" store gave me additional receipt as well, advising me to send one of the original copies of the receipt with the cash back offer. HP ultrabook also comes with a bonus headphones from HP via redemption. If you require any info, let me know.

  • junk3569 on 21/04/2012 - 15:45

    i called up a few stores in VIC and went to one, they all confirmed, the $788 is a special catalog price, hence no further discount/cash back applied.

  • billybrown on 21/04/2012 - 16:17
    -3

    yep, all stores i called up in vic said there was no cash back on it -.-

  • chacha on 21/04/2012 - 16:29

    Guys I just bought the HP for $996 from HN Marion store. After cash back, $696. Acer was sold out. When I came home I saw the HN TV add offering $300 off on any ultrabook.

    • NotJustChickenDinner on 21/04/2012 - 22:58

      that is the special price, normal price is 1096, which you should have paid to get the deal according to others.

      you could be in the same boat as the others…

      similar to people paying $796 and not $996 for the acers :_)

      • [Deactivated] on 21/04/2012 - 23:10
        +1

        I can not agree with you. I asked staff there they confirmed if your details has been recorded to their system, you will get the cashback. No matter how much are they or on special!

        • kctt on 22/04/2012 - 01:01
          +1

          Agree HN staff even provides extra receipt to claim cash back.
          If cash back is not available, staff should explicitly inform customer at time of purchase because we all mention about $300 cash back during purchase transaction.
          If they reject cash back for any reason, we should log complaint to Fair Trading.
          IMO some stores don't want to sell special price because they can hold stock and sell at high price, make more profit.

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