bigjimslade
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I'll be on vacation in Vegas this Thanksgiving and will be doing my bf shopping there. I see there is a best buy not too far from the Monte Carlo Hotel. I'm looking to get the $399 Sony Vaio laptop.
Question:
1. Is this one that will sell out fast (The ad list it as a door buster)
2. How early should I be there in this location for this item?
I called my friend who lives in LV and works at the Wynn.
She said that store near the strip is always packed. She said to get there around noon on thanksgiving.
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The week of Black Friday you will be able to download a map of your local store and on that map will tell you which line to get in for each doorbuster.
This is JUST what we have been looking for ...Barbie Power Wheels Jeep.. and for only $88.00! Now, if we can just get one!
Wonder where it will be placed in the store?!
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Walmarts contract with municipal police for Black Friday security
http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20091117/NEWS/911169952
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Bentonville Speaks.......
2009 Day After Thanksgiving Advertisement Statement
11/17/2009 - We are able to confirm these products for our Day After Thanksgiving event. We will not be able to confirm any additional products or prices.
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http://walmartstores.com/FactsNews/NewsRoom/9526.aspx
Walmart Serves Up a Week of Early Savings with Prices Like The Day-After-Thanksgiving
Retailer Offers Deep Price Reductions Starting This Weekend on Select Toys, Vizio HDTV and a $40 Gift Card with Select “Hero” Gaming Packages
Attention Journalists: B-roll available for download
Photos available for download
BENTONVILLE, Ark. (Nov. 17, 2009) – Focused on bringing families tremendous savings this holiday season on entertainment for all ages, Walmart (NYSE: WMT) today announced that starting Saturday, Nov. 21, Walmart stores will introduce savings resembling the day-after-Thanksgiving prices on select toys and entertainment, one week early.* Special items include popular dolls and activity toys, a 26-inch Vizio HDTV, and gaming packages from Guitar Hero, Band Hero and DJ Hero with a $40 Walmart Gift Card.
“We promised amazing savings each week in November and December and will deliver on that promise for our customers,” said Gary Severson, senior vice president of Entertainment, Walmart U.S. “Shoppers who want to get a jump start this weekend can find values in Entertainment they would expect to see after Thanksgiving Day. We will continue to deliver amazing savings on popular items, and to do so often.”
Even though half of Walmart moms intend to shop on Thanksgiving weekend, more than half say they aspire to complete all their holiday shopping by the end of next week.** Anticipating customer needs this year, Walmart has announced savings each week providing families early assistance on great gifts. This weekend customers will see savings on select items up to 50 percent – in advance of Thanksgiving weekend.
Below are a few examples of these early savings, starting Saturday, Nov. 21, through Nov. 27:
Toys:
* Li’l Luvables Studio – was $20, now $8 (60% savings)
* EZ Bake Oven – was $28, now $16 (40% savings)
* Little Dreams 22” Doll – was $15, now $8 (47% savings)
* Baby Alive Newborn Doll – was $15, now $8 (47% savings)
* Nerf Capture the Flag – was $39, now $19 (51% savings)
* Air Hogs Laser Zero Gravity Remote-controlled Vehicle – was $34, now $19 (44% savings)
* Barbie Generation of Dreams Collectors Doll – was $49, now $25 (49% savings)
* Disney Princess Scooter – was $129, now $99 (23% savings)
* Nerf N-Strike Vulcan – was $42.97, now $25 (42% savings)
* HDTV Savings
* 26" Vizio LCD HDTV (720p model,) -- was $347, now $248, (28% savings, limit two per person)
$40 Gift Card with “Hero” Game Packages
Walmart customers who purchase these gaming packages will receive a $40 Walmart Gift Card while supplies last***:
* Band Hero - Includes drum and guitar controllers, microphone and game (ESRB: E10+)
o PS3, Xbox 360, and Wii - $199.00 plus $40 Walmart Gift Card
o PS2 - $179.00 plus $40 Walmart Gift Card
* DJ Hero - Includes turntable controller and game (ESRB: T)
o PS3, Xbox 360 and Wii - $119.00 plus $40 Walmart Gift Card
o PS2 - $99.00 plus $40 Walmart Gift Card
* Guitar Hero 5 - Includes guitar controller and game (ESRB: T)
o PS3, Xbox 360, and Wii - $99.00 plus $40 Walmart Gift Card
o PS2 - $89.00 plus $40 Walmart Gift Card
Shoppers can find more information about Walmart's weekly holiday price events and savings this season by going to www.walmart.com/holidaysavings.
* Prices good from Nov. 21 to Nov. 27. Quantities of all items are limited. No rainchecks. Offer not valid in Puerto Rico or on Walmart.com. Prices and availability may vary in Hawaii, Oklahoma and Wisconsin.
** Walmart Customer Insights, October 2009
*** Gift Card offering not available in Hawaii, Oklahoma, and Wisconsin due to state restrictions. We may limit the number of items purchased per customer. Void where prohibited.
About Walmart
Every week, millions of customers visit Walmart stores, Neighborhood Markets, and Sam’s Club locations across America or log on to its online store at www.walmart.com. The company and its Foundation are committed to a philosophy of giving back locally. Walmart is proud to support the causes that are important to customers and associates right in their own neighborhoods, and last year gave more than $378 million to local communities in the United States. More information about Walmart can be found by visiting www.walmartstores.com.
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It is on the front page of CNN Money if you cant use the link.
ttp://money.cnn.com/2009/11/17/news/companies/walmart_black_friday_ad_2009/index.htm
add an "h" to the front :)
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Code Enforcement and Health Dept you would contact.
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Best Buy Retail Store Price Match Guarantee
If you find a lower advertised price on the same available brand and model prior to your purchase or during the exchange and return period, we will match that price. Simply bring in the ad of the local retail competitor or Best Buy, while the lower price is in effect and receive your price match.
The guarantee does not apply to our competitors' website pricing and the guarantee does not apply to our or our competitors':
* Offers that include financing, bundling of items, free items, pricing errors and mail-in offers
* Items that are limited-quantity, out of stock, open-box, clearance, Outlet Center, refurbished/used items and items for sale Thanksgiving day through the Saturday after Thanksgiving
Best Buy Puerto Rico Stores have their own store price guarantee. Also see our BestBuy.com Price Match Guarantee Policy.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is considered a local retail competitor?
A retail store located in the same market area as your local Best Buy store.
What is considered "proof" of price?
If you have already purchased the item, the best way to show proof of price is to bring in your original Best Buy receipt, plus the competitor's current ad. We reserve the right to call the competitor's store to verify the lower price and availability of the item.
How do you handle a price match if the Best Buy price includes a promotional offer such as a free gift card or rebate?
The Best Buy net purchase price is calculated by deducting the value of all instant and mail-in discounts such as rebates, free offers and promotional gift cards. Existing rebates and free offers associated with a product purchased at Best Buy will not apply if a price match is executed.
How do you handle a price match if the competitor's price includes a rebate or other promotional offer?
The competitor's net purchase price is calculated by deducting instant discounts taken at the register such as instant rebates. Mail-in rebates and other deferred savings are not deducted from the competitor's purchase price.
How do you handle a price match if an instant gift card is included with a purchase?
The value of an instant gift card with purchase will be considered when calculating a price match. If the combined value of a competitor's product and instant gift card is lower than the combined value of Best Buy's product price and instant gift card, Best Buy will match either the price or the instant gift card value, depending on the offer.
What if the competitor does not have the item in stock or has limited quantities of the product?
Sometimes a retailer will advertise a very low price for a product but have only limited quantities in stock. If the item is out of stock or the competitor has limited quantities of an item, it is not eligible for price matching. Likewise, if Best Buy has a product that is advertised as being limited in quantity it will not be eligible for price matching.
Are Best Buy services eligible for price matching?
Due to the differences in services being performed, Best Buy does not match competitors' service prices. This includes, but is not limited to, services such as delivery, installation and computer services.
What does it mean not to match a competitor's price that results in a price match?
Best Buy will not price match to a local competitor's price that has already been reduced by a price match.
Can I have my price match request processed over the phone or online?
We are currently not able to process your request over the phone or online. However, if you have questions regarding the policy, call our Customer Care Center anytime at 1-888-BestBuy or visit BestBuy.com.
What if I find a lower price at another Best Buy store or on BestBuy.com?
If an item you purchased at Best Buy is advertised at a lower price at another Best Buy store in your local area or on BestBuy.com, we'll refund you the price difference from our own sale price during the exchange and return period on your product. Simply bring in your original Best Buy receipt to the customer service counter while that lower price is still in effect.
What is an "online only offer?"
It is a product or a price that is only offered to online buyers. Best Buy does not match BestBuy.com online only offers in our stores.
Does Best Buy match prices of Internet retailers?
Best Buy does not match the prices of Internet-only retailers or the online only offers of our local retail competitors. If you find a local retail competitor honoring its own online prices, we'll match their price. Eligible items must be the same brand and model, and currently in stock at the local retail competitors store. For purchases made at BestBuy.com, please see our BestBuy.com Price Match Guarantee Policy.
Will you price match with the Best Buy site on my mobile phone (m.bestbuy.com)?
Yes. m.bestbuy.com has the same pricing and is treated the same as Best Buy.com.
Will you price match iPhone Apps?
Yes. The iPhone Applications have the same pricing and will be treated the same as BestBuy.com.
* Select Categories include desktop computers, notebooks, projectors, monitors, digital cameras, camcorders, radar detectors and video games purchased as used.
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http://walmartstores.com/FactsNews/NewsRoom/9522.aspx
Sam's Club Kicks Off Holidays with Nationwide Sampling Event
Learn the Best Tips and Get Inspired for the Holidays at the Annual Taste of Sam’s Club
What: Sam’s Club makes holiday meal planning simple by offering consumers the chance to try it before they buy it. The nation’s ninth largest retailer and leading membership warehouse club, is proud to host their seventh annual Taste of Sam’s sampling event this year. Consumers nationwide can join in to sample holiday food favorites from appetizers and entrees, to fresh fruits, vegetables and locally-prepared bakery desserts.
During the Holiday Taste of Sam’s Club, 47-menu selections will be available for guests and during live chef events shoppers can learn from demonstrations on how to prepare Boneless Spiral Ham, Frenched Rack of Lamb as well as hand dipped chocolate desserts in addition to getting helpful tips and inspiring ideas. Sam’s Club will also offer recipe cards during the event and expects to serve more than 500,000 pounds of food.
Visit samsclub.com/holidays for more recipes, instructional videos and daily tips and deals.
When: November 20-22
11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Where: Taste of Sam’s takes place at more than 600 Sam’s Club locations nationwide for members and guests. Non-Member purchases may incur a 10 percent fee. To locate a Club, visit samsclub.com.
Who: Sam’s Club is a division of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., (NYSE:WMT). The first Sam’s Club opened its doors in Midwest City, Okla., in 1983. Today, Sam’s Club serves more than 47 million U.S. Members with locations nationwide, as well in Brazil, China, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Sam’s Club saves its members on average 30.4 percent over grocery and specialty retailers by offering superior values on quality merchandise and services for home or work. Saving is made simple at Sam’s Club. Visit samsclub.com for more information.
Resources: Broadcast quality b-roll and recipes available at http://walmartstores.com/Video/?id=1448.
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I have enjoyed all of the comments that you guys have posted about my news why I am not camping out. Some of you have asked why I am not camping out so I will share with you.
When the BF section of the site opened up I got excited. I knew soon BB ad would be leaked and there would be great things. This year like last I was sad and let down. I come from the old school of Black Friday where this site and another was the only resource of info on Black Friday. Also you did not have to stand in line for more then 6 hours. Since I live in North Texas most families around here eat turkey in the morning so everyone can watch the Dallas Cowboy game. I would take a nap and hit BB around 10pm Thursday and I would get what I want.
Time have changed big time big time. Who would think back in 2000 when I started to do Black Friday that 2 MAJOR computer retailers would not be in business now. Black Friday has become such a publicity machine for the stores and 24 hour news media and I think they have forgotten what is a deal. When I started doing BF there were no large large lines like they are now. The stores take for granted that mobs of people will be there which they are. Many of you who read this leave Gottadeal.com for the year after Black Friday. I have stayed around for the last few years and have gotten Black Friday pricing or better on alot of the stuff I was in line for on BF just from the deals that are posted here. For example I have gotten TVs and hard drives for very lost cost.
Alot of you know that I am a BIG Best Buy fan and I am still am. Some of you have asked me why is the BB ad not so good. Is it because of CC going out of business? I dont know. I do know the pricing was sweet in years past. Thanks to H_Hancock they have posted a nice chart to show you what the pricing in the past has looked like.
Consider BB and desktops: (All listed below were front page doorbusters...not secret sales)
'07........eMachines Celeron Desktop w/ 17" LCD & All-in-One Printer - $199.97
'06........eMachines Desktop Celeron-D Deskop with 15" LCD - $189.97
'05........eMachines Celeron Desktop w/ 17" Monitor - $149.99 (Last year for a CRT monitor)
'04........eMachines PC (Celeron 2.66GHz, 17" CRT, 512MB, 80GB, DVD/CD-RW) - $199.98 AR (Last year BB had rebates with doorbusters)
As you can see the pricing has gone up year after year. So the reasons I am not camping out is because the pricing and the ads are not good to stand in line for 48 plus hours. As I said the lines are large because of the media hype over BF. I am not in need for a computer for a long time because I just spent 7k on a MacPro Desktop that will last me for a good 8 years. I am looking for some TVs for my parents and my girlfriends family but I already got some early last month off of GD deal section.
Some of you asked about my port a potty and my group that camps out. They will have a port a potty and I am making the people from my group who camps out a Indian and Southern Kosher Thanksgiving. Some of the people are Indian (India) and a few are Jewish and the rest of from the south so I will have something for everyone. I always take care of my friends no matter what.
If anyone has any camping questions or anything just ask!
I about spit my coffee out when I saw that BigJim was not planning on camping out! on no what is Black Friday coming too!!!!
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I agree!
That is probably the hottest item in BB this year. I'd say to be safe line up Wednesday night but it depends on where you are and when they start lining up at that location.
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I post this question every year so answer the poll and post your recon tips!
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BB is famous for having the manufacture create special SKU and model numbers. They do this on TVs and Computers. This is way you cant pre buy and they can track BF sales.
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Between 3am-6am Thanksgiving Day local time
what time would you get in line for the biggest lcd tvs?
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Please search before posting a question!
http://forums.gottadeal.com/showthread.php?t=155575
Go to the link above as this question is already being talked about.
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The reason I put such a longer wait time on computers is that most of the people waiting in line for them are high school and college kids. They get out there extra early. Where I camp I am the first in line. Behind me there is always high school and college kids behind my group. Their parents drop them off and check on them from time to time. It is fun for them and they are young. -
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For the netbook I would get there no latter then 11pm Wednesday local time. Computers are very popular more so then video game system.
If you have anymore questions just ask!
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Welcome to the community!
I would say Thanksgiving morning.
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Right now I am not camping out. I dont see anything in the ads right now that screams for me to camp.
Jim have you decided if your camping anywhere this year?
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Where I camp you make friends fast. With that said when you need to go to the potty let everyone around you know where you are going and how long you will be. Also if you go get food offer the people around you to get them food as well.
2 hours or so before the doors open most people will start to break camp. When this happens you need to break camp, clean up the area around you, put it in your car and then come right back to your spot.
So when the doors are about to open, what becomes of your stuff? Deal with it later? ...or forge some quick friendships around you so that you can load your camping stuff into your vehicle and return to your place in line? I would imagine that there is a camaraderie of "we're in this together" sorta thing happening. Ideally, it seems you'd need a support team to maintain your place, but I'm just curious how solo campers cope. And does the peaceful & respectful coexistence in line outside continue when the doors open? It clearly didn't at that WalMart last year, but after investing all that time to be one of the first in the store only to be outrun by Mr No. Fifty would really, ...well... suck!
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The best thing you can do is keep an open line of communication with the store manger and assistants. If the manager says no that means no. Dont try to push it. I have a great relationship with my BB manager and I follow his wishes. In return he feeds me Wednesday night, gives me a employ discount on top of the sale price and makes sure I am happy.
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Warning: Virus while looking for BF ads (not on GD)
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thanks for the warning!
This is why everyone needs to stay here at GD. Brad and the other mods here work very hard to give you the most up to date info and the upper hand in your BF shopping.
It is very easy to set up a site and set a trap like a virus. I can set one up in 10 minutes. So everyone lets stay here and soon we will have the WM ad.