Alkaline Posted July 12, 2013 Report Share Posted July 12, 2013 Has anyone had any experience with Amazon Next Day Delivery?I've ordered an item and I got free next day delivery for signing up to trial Amazon prime (I immediately unsubscribed after my item was dispatched). Will it definitely be here tomorrow? The only next day thing that has ever arrived for me on time was a wireless network card which came from Germany. Those ruthlessly efficient Germans. Probably not, most amazon "next-day" deliverys are anything but when you live further North than Dundee. I've actually had something ordered at the same time delivered quicker on standard delivery than the item on next day delivery (both were in stock etc). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flights Posted July 12, 2013 Report Share Posted July 12, 2013 Probably not, most amazon "next-day" deliverys are anything but when you live further North than Dundee. I've actually had something ordered at the same time delivered quicker on standard delivery than the item on next day delivery (both were in stock etc).Disappointing. I'll just have to wait and see. I've got an email through saying it has been dispatched. I'll just have to get an complaining email sent away if it doesn't arrive. Amazon are suckers for ridiculous customer service. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stroopy121 Posted July 12, 2013 Report Share Posted July 12, 2013 I did exactly the same - amazon prime, next day delivery. Took 3 days to arrive. Didn't bother complaining because, in the grand scheme of things, I clicked a button and some stuff magically fucking appeared on my doorstep. But yeah, prime is a waste of time and it probably won't be "next day". xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ca_gere Posted July 12, 2013 Report Share Posted July 12, 2013 Prime is pretty much the best thing that's ever happened to me. I order something at work and it's at my door when I get home sometimes. But, I live in the right area for it. Why they would even advertise it as being available where they can't keep the next day promise I don't know. It's simple maths... you live x amount of miles away from y depot... it aint getting there on time. You're right, Amazon are crazy when it comes to service though. You should definitely complain because they take that stuff seriously. I heard a story during the hurricane here last year (I forget if I read it or it actually happened to someone I know) - mid-hurricane there's a buzz at the door and it's the amazon delivery guy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stroopy121 Posted July 12, 2013 Report Share Posted July 12, 2013 Prime is pretty much the best thing that's ever happened to me. I order something at work and it's at my door when I get home sometimes. But, I live in the right area for it. Why they would even advertise it as being available where they can't keep the next day promise I don't know. It's simple maths... you live x amount of miles away from y depot... it aint getting there on time. You're right, Amazon are crazy when it comes to service though. You should definitely complain because they take that stuff seriously. I heard a story during the hurricane here last year (I forget if I read it or it actually happened to someone I know) - mid-hurricane there's a buzz at the door and it's the amazon delivery guy. I watched that Undercover Boss episode where there CEO of DHL was on there. The shit they have to get their delivery drivers to do to keep on schedule is fucking insane. I know a few guys who work in that kind of jobs and they are all on the verge of losing their licences because it's not physically possible to cover all the miles in a shift on time without breaking the speed limit. Madness. xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alkaline Posted July 12, 2013 Report Share Posted July 12, 2013 I watched that Undercover Boss episode where there CEO of DHL was on there. The shit they have to get their delivery drivers to do to keep on schedule is fucking insane. I know a few guys who work in that kind of jobs and they are all on the verge of losing their licences because it's not physically possible to cover all the miles in a shift on time without breaking the speed limit. Madness. xx I used to work for White Arrow/Reality Group as a delivery driver. Some of the stories i could tell about that would encourage you to never put your stuff in the hands of delivery companies. It was a real eye opener. I tried my hardest to not cut corners but i'd be lying if i said i hadn't. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattJimF Posted July 12, 2013 Report Share Posted July 12, 2013 Prime is pretty much the best thing that's ever happened to me. I order something at work and it's at my door when I get home sometimes. But, I live in the right area for it. Why they would even advertise it as being available where they can't keep the next day promise I don't know. It's simple maths... you live x amount of miles away from y depot... it aint getting there on time.You're right, Amazon are crazy when it comes to service though. You should definitely complain because they take that stuff seriously. I heard a story during the hurricane here last year (I forget if I read it or it actually happened to someone I know) - mid-hurricane there's a buzz at the door and it's the amazon delivery guy.They have a big warehouse by Dunfermline, so next day should be possible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flights Posted July 13, 2013 Report Share Posted July 13, 2013 My Amazon delivery arrived this morning.Was delivered by Royal mail. Winner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Soda Jerk Posted July 13, 2013 Report Share Posted July 13, 2013 Amazon's customer service is just immense. Even the slightest concern and they throw refunds and freebies at you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Little Green Posted July 15, 2013 Report Share Posted July 15, 2013 anyone know if there is a bus that goes right to castle fraser?tried looking online but they seems to stop 4miles away from it which cant really walk (in a decent amount of time) thought (hoped) since its maybe a tourist attraction there might be a bus that goes to it (or at least prety near 5-10min walk) ?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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MattJimF Posted July 15, 2013 Report Share Posted July 15, 2013 is it not usually 7-10 working days? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam Easy Wishes Posted July 16, 2013 Report Share Posted July 16, 2013 anyone know if there is a bus that goes right to castle fraser?tried looking online but they seems to stop 4miles away from it which cant really walk (in a decent amount of time) thought (hoped) since its maybe a tourist attraction there might be a bus that goes to it (or at least prety near 5-10min walk) ?? http://www.nts.org.uk/Property/Castle-Fraser-Garden-Estate/Getting-there/ "Castle Fraser is 4 miles N of Dunecht and 16 miles W of Aberdeen.By busStagecoach Bluebird bus numbers 210, 215, 216 and 217 all stop at Dunecht, 4 miles from Castle Fraser.By trainOn reaching Aberdeen railway station, take the Stagecoach Bluebird bus numbers 210, 215, 216 or 217 from Aberdeen bus station, which is right next to the railway station, to Dunecht, 4 miles from Castle Fraser.By bikeWhilst no National Cycle Routes pass near Castle Fraser, it is still an easy place to access by bike." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam Easy Wishes Posted July 16, 2013 Report Share Posted July 16, 2013 A couple... 1) Is anyone aware of a place that I would be able to get hold of an old bicycle? This sort of style: http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_F4i6pMD7MeA/TRNYTeSlloI/AAAAAAAABqU/DczsQkmfy2E/s400/Melbournebikes.JPG I want to refurbish it (if need be) and give it to someone as a gift. I'm thinking scrapyards etc? I don't really know - any thoughts welcome! 2) Does anyone have a camcorder that will read mini DV tapes (http://realistvideo.com/sites/4/component_storage/component_image/Mini-DV.jpg) that I can borrow for an evening? I sold my camera before I uploaded the videos electronically and would like to do this so that I can actually watch them. If there's anything dirty you can have it as part of the deal (or not, obviously - your choice!). A coupl'a pints for anyone that can assist! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teabags Posted July 16, 2013 Report Share Posted July 16, 2013 2) Does anyone have a camcorder that will read mini DV tapes (http://realistvideo.com/sites/4/component_storage/component_image/Mini-DV.jpg) that I can borrow for an evening? I sold my camera before I uploaded the videos electronically and would like to do this so that I can actually watch them. If there's anything dirty you can have it as part of the deal (or not, obviously - your choice!). A coupl'a pints for anyone that can assist!You may be able to get one from the Library. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaaakkkeee Posted July 16, 2013 Report Share Posted July 16, 2013 is it not usually 7-10 working days?cheers. shite news though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattJimF Posted July 16, 2013 Report Share Posted July 16, 2013 cheers. shite news though.Just hope it doesn't take as long as it says it could here - https://www.paypal.com/webapps/helpcenter/article/?articleID=94023&m=SRE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaaakkkeee Posted July 16, 2013 Report Share Posted July 16, 2013 Anyone else's playstation store still giving the Undergoing Maintenance message? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ca_gere Posted July 16, 2013 Report Share Posted July 16, 2013 Where did teabags post the link to 'drawing cocks on the local paper' facebook page by one of his pals? Anyway, doesnt matter, just wanted to say how funny its been seeing it go from a few likes to 100k+ in a couple of weeks and all the trappings that come with it - trolls, copy cats, getting lambasted for plugging his mates' pages etc. Classic internet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flights Posted July 17, 2013 Report Share Posted July 17, 2013 cheers. shite news though.You really need to learn how to budget! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teabags Posted July 17, 2013 Report Share Posted July 17, 2013 Where did teabags post the link to 'drawing cocks on the local paper' facebook page by one of his pals?Anyway, doesnt matter, just wanted to say how funny its been seeing it go from a few likes to 100k+ in a couple of weeks and all the trappings that come with it - trolls, copy cats, getting lambasted for plugging his mates' pages etc. Classic internet.Was in the funnty tumble thread.And yeah, he was pretty overwhelmed by it all and now its all getting a bit out of hand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaaakkkeee Posted July 17, 2013 Report Share Posted July 17, 2013 You really need to learn how to budget!I get paid in two days. So I'm actually alright for once, if only I got that refund. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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