UPDATE 5:13pm 9.01 PST: HP decided to actually manufacture more?! WHAT?
UPDATE 2:54pm 8.27 PST: Bestbuy will have them in stock Monday!!
UPDATE 6:54pm 8.22 PST: available for order if not now very soon!!
HP is on a firesale for $99. Now THAT is a killer price.
But how to score one? All retail outlets are out…period so don’t even bother checking. However you can get notified of when by an actual HP rep:
They’ve put up a notification of when in stock site here:
http://h41112.www4.hp.com/promo/webos/us/en/tablet/touchpad-availability.html
Ok. But still there is another way… patience.
The demand is high now all driven by capitalists. If you wait few days or a week. All the hip will soon be doused and should be able to get it at a reasonable price.
So be patient, check eBay and Craigslist.
In CA the price of a $99 tablet will be with tax and recycle fee is $125. So if you can be patient there will be a glut of them for around that price.
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Come on, HP! I’m tired of refreshing your website. Bring the HP Touchpads!!
Frankly I think that’s aobslutely good stuff.
How does a cool, refreshing, and free 6-Pack sound?
If you have an HP TouchPad, get ready to spend some quality time in the HP App Catalog. We’ve selected six apps that normally sell for as much as $14.99 and we’re making them available at no cost to HP webOS customers for a limited time. (See free offer details below.)
With apps ranging from games to birdwatching, there’s something to delight everyone. Check out the six apps below, along with the individual promo codes you’ll need to zip through checkout on the house. (For details on how to use the App Catalog and promo codes, click here.) These promo codes are only for use in the U.S.; check back soon for promo codes in other countries where TouchPad is available.
Got your App Catalog open? It’s time to click open your 6-Pack (if you’re reading this on your TouchPad, just click on the app title and enter the promo code indicated in parentheses below (following the publisher’s name and regular price) when you check out:
Glimpse (Inglorious Apps, $5, injoj55410gavxv): Amp up your TouchPad multitasking to 11 using this customizable and addictive split-screen interface.
Kung Fu Panda 2 Storybook (zuuka, $2.99, eotss76676jjzqr): Enjoy images and voices from Kung Fu Panda 2 right on your TouchPad.
Big Boss (Fair Play Labs, $1.99, vfimk09918lngoz): Design your “ Boss” – a gigantic monster – and attempt to defeat the brave heroes and powerful wizards of WackyLands.
Sparkle HD (10tons Ltd., $4.99, pweuq32135vrbhx): Save Crowberry Woods in this TouchPad version of the popular desktop game.
Camera for TouchPad (Keen Studios, $0.99, rijon62171nhvtu): Start snapping away, with options for managing your photos and using them with other TouchPad apps.
Audubon Birds (Green Mountain Digital, $14.99, jjiox66488ddnik): This searchable digital field guide to North American birds offers stunning photography and thrilling (trilling?) bird songs.
And stay tuned for the next 6-Pack of apps (planned for early September).
Jon Zilber
App Promo Rules
Eligibility Requirements: US-based HP employees, HP reseller partners, HP customers and HP webOS developer partners are eligible to use these App Promo codes. Promo participants require a TouchPad with a current functioning user profile; with credit card purchasing enabled. The promo codes below will expire on August 31, 2011 at 11:59 PM. Promo codes are available for as long as inventories last.
To redeem this offer select the desired app for purchase in the HP App catalog and when prompted enter the promo code. No charges will be made against your credit card, but you will receive a receipt.
The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. Third-party software available separately.
Within wireless coverage area only. Requires data services at additional cost. Not all apps available on all devices. Within wireless coverage area only. Actual speeds may vary. Email, mobile number, and related information required for setup and activation. Required data sold separately; unlimited plan recommended and may be required. Not all web content may be available. All screen images simulated.
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