It Is Almost Time for the Kindle DX to Ship

[Leslie]

I posted in the other thread that it arrived at 10:38 am. I told the UPS guy he was early and he said yes, he came here before his UPS run. I just opened it and took some pictures. Will post in a minute.

My initial impression...it's BIG. Really big!

L

[Anne]

Mine scanned as out for delivery at 8:55 am.

He usually arrives around 10:53 am. We'll see if he is on time this morning. Is it possible that I might be the first one to receive a DX???

(now I have probably jinxed myself!)

L

I keeping my fingers crossed your comes soon.

[kevin63]

I posted in the other thread that it arrived at 10:38 am. I told the UPS guy he was early and he said yes, he came here before his UPS run. I just opened it and took some pictures. Will post in a minute.

My initial impression...it's BIG. Really big!

L

Was this the same guy that delivered your K2 in Feb?  Sounds like he's completely made up for that incident.

[Leslie]

Was this the same guy that delivered your K2 in Feb?  Sounds like he's completely made up for that incident.

Yes, it is the same delivery man. I've had him for awhile now...maybe since the fall? He's actually very nice, always says hello, doesn't act like he's in too big a rush.

I posted pictures on the "first person to receive" thread.

L

[Edward C. Patterson]

I got an infamous "Delayed shipment" email from Amazon. Then I went to my tracking and saw that it still said delivery estimate June 11, and that package was still in Bethlehem. I called customer support and they told me that it should still be delivered today, but it it comes tomorrow I can get a refund of my 18.00 overnight delivery charge. I told them, I'd pay double to get it today. I don;t thing customer service knew more than I did, but I have my fingers crossed.

Ed P

[Leslie]

I have been sitting here, playing with my DX since 10:38 and guess what? I just got an email from Amazon that says delivery of my packaged has been delayed due to "extreme weather conditions or an unforeseen natural event."

I wonder if there are so many being shipped they are sending these notices? The weather here is fine and I haven't heard about any earthquakes...

L

[Edward C. Patterson]

Leslie - that's good news for me. I'll ignore the Amazon email.

Ed Patterson

[Ann in Arlington]

I have been sitting here, playing with my DX since 10:38 and guess what? I just got an email from Amazon that says delivery of my packaged has been delayed due to "extreme weather conditions or an unforeseen natural event."

I wonder if there are so many being shipped they are sending these notices? The weather here is fine and I haven't heard about any earthquakes...

L

Well, there was a lot of wild weather in the middle/southern/eastern part of the country over the last day or so.  And more expected today I understand.  It may just be that with the other glitches folks have noticed, part of the effect is that the 'may be delayed' e-mails didn't get out in a timely fashion.

And even though it's clear where YOU are it may be that things got backed up from the days before too, so it's fine now but you may be delayed because there's a 2 day backlog somewhere else and/or the planes aren't in the right places.

But I wouldn't suggest Ed's strategy of telling them you'll pay double to get it now.  

[Edward C. Patterson]

Triple pay. Quaduple pay. Heck, let me pick it p in person. 

ECP

[Anne]

My DX just came. It came on the early truck.  I went to look out the window and saw the UPS truck. I ran around looking for my shoes. Ran down stairs. I did not see the driver anywhere. I went to look in the window of the Laundry Mat  next door to see if I could see the package.One of the people saw me looking in the window and pick up two packages. I ran in both packages were mine. I also got the Amazon DX cover. I have it chargeing. I off to play and check it out. So far I love it.  

[Edward C. Patterson]

"June 11, 2009 01:34:00 PM ALLENTOWN PA US Delivered
June 11, 2009 09:59:00 AM BETHLEHEM PA US Arrival Scan
June 11, 2009 08:45:00 AM BETHLEHEM PA US Arrival Scan"

Dancing a conga dance, and now all I need to do is get home.

Ed P

[MarthaT]

"June 11, 2009 01:34:00 PM ALLENTOWN PA US Delivered
June 11, 2009 09:59:00 AM BETHLEHEM PA US Arrival Scan
June 11, 2009 08:45:00 AM BETHLEHEM PA US Arrival Scan"

Dancing a conga dance, and now all I need to do is get home.

Ed P

grats 

[Sweety18]

Dancing a conga dance, and now all I need to do is get home.

Ed P

Drive Carefully! 

[Edward C. Patterson]

Of course, UPS delivered on my proch and we had a rain storm so it sat in a puddle, but its OKAY and it's downloading the Library of Congress and charge so I can USB over my other books tonight. Of course, it took me a bit to figure out the USB cable thingy. Doe the K2 have the same USB set-up? If so, no prob, but if you're coming from the K1, it might prove a mystery for a while. 

Edward C. Patterson

[Ann in Arlington]

From pictures the K2 and DX use the same USB cable/charger/plug system.  One cord rather than 2 is good, but I'd worry about losing the little extra adapter to turn the USB end to a plug.  But, hey, if that's the only problem! 

[Leslie]

From pictures the K2 and DX use the same USB cable/charger/plug system.  One cord rather than 2 is good, but I'd worry about losing the little extra adapter to turn the USB end to a plug.  But, hey, if that's the only problem! 

Yes, the do use the same plug/cable which I am pleased about, because now I can leave one at home and one at the office. As for losing the plug...I'll just throw it in the same basket with my iphone cables and plugs.

L

[Stephanie924]

Well, there was a lot of wild weather in the middle/southern/eastern part of the country over the last day or so.  And more expected today I understand.  It may just be that with the other glitches folks have noticed, part of the effect is that the 'may be delayed' e-mails didn't get out in a timely fashion.

And even though it's clear where YOU are it may be that things got backed up from the days before too, so it's fine now but you may be delayed because there's a 2 day backlog somewhere else and/or the planes aren't in the right places.

But I wouldn't suggest Ed's strategy of telling them you'll pay double to get it now.  

You are quite right, Ann.  We had horrible rains, hail, high winds, etc. here in Dallas and it delayed many things.  We were even told our Fedex was not arriving today due to weather conditions.  There is more bad weather expected this evening so if you are in the Dallas/Fort Worth areas, you might actually be delayed.

[Annalog]

From pictures the K2 and DX use the same USB cable/charger/plug system.  One cord rather than 2 is good, but I'd worry about losing the little extra adapter to turn the USB end to a plug.  But, hey, if that's the only problem!  

Yes, the do use the same plug/cable which I am pleased about, because now I can leave one at home and one at the office. As for losing the plug...I'll just throw it in the same basket with my iphone cables and plugs.

L

There are various USB chargers made to plug in to wall outlets as well as ones for use in cars. I had received a pair of these two years ago for charging my mp3 player. (I did not use them as the Zen mp3 player I have won't charge from them. It needs a computer USB port to charge.  ) However, these chargers do work with my Kindle 2 and should also work with the Kindle DX. So if the charger plug is lost, it is not difficult to find a replacement.

I made a pouch with three pockets (a large pocket with two smaller pockets on the side) to keep in my purse. The large pocket was intended to hold my Kindle in its cover but is now used for paper. (I made a second bag just for the Kindle in its cover.) One of the smaller pockets holds my Zen in its case while the other pocket holds the cable and charger for the Kindle and the cable for the Zen. Each cable has one USB A connector on the end that plugs into the computer or charger. The Kindle cable has a Micro-B USB connector on the other end while the other cable has a Mini-B USB connector. I use the cable with the Mini-B connector with my Zen, my camera, and my pedometer. (EDIT: See http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/USB for pictures and descriptions of various USB connectors.)

With DH getting a DX that he plans to keep at home, his cable and charger plug will stay at home. He will probably keep it with his phone charger.

[WolfePrincess73]

I just have to say that UPS stinks. Their customer service stinks. I don't like them at all and if they don't get my KDX here today, I am calling Amazon and they will be refunding my delivery charges.

Ok. I am better now. Sorta.

[Jesslyn]

Yes, the do use the same plug/cable which I am pleased about, because now I can leave one at home and one at the office. As for losing the plug...I'll just throw it in the same basket with my iphone cables and plugs.

L

You can't beat that with two sticks!  Thats exactly what I am going to do.  I am so tired of schlepping my cord back and forth just in case I need power.  (I had a 'power' incident once at work **shudders**)

[Anju No. 469]

OK Princess - deep breath - relax - deep breath - again - there don't you feel even more better 

[WolfePrincess73]

OK Princess - deep breath - relax - deep breath - again - there don't you feel even more better 

LOL! Actually, now I feel a little dizzy. Not necessarily a bad thing.     

It is just that UPS delivers here several times a week, if not everyday. You think they would look at where they have to deliver and say, "I know I have to be there before 5:00pm.", but no, they act surprised EVERY time. It is so bad, if I can choose between Fed-Ex and UPS, I always pick Fed-Ex. Unfortunately, Amazon does not give me the choice. Sometimes they use Fed-Ex and sometimes UPS. Maybe I will call Amazon and ask them if they can put a note on my account to always use Fed-Ex. Worth a shot.

[Edward C. Patterson]

I'm in heaven. I decided to only put my Amazon bought books, mobi formatted and pdf novels and books on the DX, which comes to 700; and leave the other 2500 on the Kindle 1 and the computer. If I ever live long enough to get to those, I can reference them and bring them on over. Best of all, I can now put on 800 MB of China Repositories from 1902-1907 (20 volumes) on the Kindle. They are in pdf and a pain to read and access on the computer. I still have half my membory left for an audible book of ten. I'm in heaven.

Ed Patterson

[jazzi]

Got the same message from UPS about delayed delivery.  Package arrived hours EARLIER than I expected.  Hope everyone who ordered next day delivery got their DX on time.