Tiny / Time Computer Bargains? (merged)

odorus

After reading the lovely reviews from you all out there I decided to cancel my order, luckily it hadn't gone through on the credit card so I blocked that. Anyway the telesales people haven't got a clue, they do not inspire you with confidence that if something does go wrong you will get a satisfactory result. I am quite knowledgeable about P.C's and have not had problems with systems I have bought in the past, but it just goes to show that anyone can get caught out if they just look at price, and trust completely, the reviews of a magazine. It's a shame though that a company can't listen to all the bad reviews (they were on other message boards too) and sort itself out. Anyway I've seen a refurbished Dell at europc.com for £222, so I think I will go for that. If anyone knows anything bad about the company I would be grateful to hear it.

rogerramjet

Dell currently have a new system with 17" CRT screen for £279.00 and includes a Dell 720 printer for free

E-Value Code: 305 - D07245
Spec is
Dimension 2400 (D07245)


SYSTEM COMPONENTS
Dimension 2400 (D07245) Qty 1
Intel® Celeron® Processor (2.6GHz, 128K cache, 400MHz FSB), Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition SP2

Module Description Show Details
Processor Intel® Celeron® Processor (2.6GHz, 128K cache, 400MHz FSB)
Operating System Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition SP2 - English
Memory 256MB Single Channel DDR (1x256MB)
Keyboard Dell QuietKey Keyboard
Monitor Dell E773p 17" (16.0 VIS) Value CRT Monitor
Hard Drive 40GB (7,200 rpm) IDE Hard Drive
Floppy Drives No Floppy Drive Required
Mouse Dell USB Optical Mouse
Modem Dell v92 Data/Fax modem
CD ROM/DVD ROM 48X DVD/CDRW Combo Drive
Speakers No Speakers
Shipping Documents English - Documentation with UK Power Cord
Gedis Bundle Reference List D07245 Dimension 2400
Microsoft Application Software Microsoft® Works 7.0 - English
Standard Warranty 90 Day CAR (Collect and Return)
Support Service 90 Day Collect and Return Service
Security Software No security subscription
Dell Picture Studio Photo Album™ SE Basic
Paint Shop Paint Shop™ Pro® Basic Edition
Order Information Dimension Order - UK
Money Off Savings Save £50 inc VAT
Dell Media Experience Dell Media Experience 3.0 Basic
Adobe Reader Adobe Reader 6.0 - English
Dell Internet Order Dell Internet Order.

ACCESSORIES
FREE Dell Colour Inkjet Printer 720 (including Trial Ink Cartridges)

To input e-value code goto https://www.dell.co.uk on left hand side under Dell Home Systems click on Home then on the next page on the right hand side click on Shop by E-value Code. Next page type 305 in the first box and D07245 in the second.

On the next page change warrenty to 90 Day Collect and Return Service [subtract £94.00] then click on update price. rest then is follow instructions

Fifer

It's supported by Tiny

That would be a first.

biglugs

That would be a first.

lol

meclive

rogerramjet wrote:

Dell currently have a new system with 17" CRT screen for £279.00 and includes a Dell 720 printer for free

E-Value Code: 305 - D07245
Spec is
Dimension 2400 (D07245)


SYSTEM COMPONENTS
Dimension 2400 (D07245) Qty 1
Intel® Celeron® Processor (2.6GHz, 128K cache, 400MHz FSB),

Hmm... this system would be great as a paper weight....

GDB2222

I think this would be a very useful alternative for £308:

Go to the DELL small buisiness section

enter E-Value Code 1 - D07511

Select the warranty to 90 days

Select the Dell wireless keyboard and optical mouse

You get a 2.8 Gig P4, 256 MB RAM, 80 gig HD, Windows, DVD/CD-RW and a 17" CRT

This is a decent quality system, definitely not a paperweight.

Chuckles1066_2

odorus wrote:

I am no supporter of Tiny or Time computers and usually would walk away from their systems. But Computer Buyer have a customer charter that they tack onto systems built by manufacturers for P.C tests in their magazines. It basically states that the computer should be supplied as reviewed for 6 weeks after the test and that the company deal promptly and fairly with complaints. They also check out their sales, production, and support departments prior to the tests. If the company does not adhere to the Fair Play charter set out in Computer Buyer then they name and shame them, withdraw awards and ban them from future tests.
It is a big deal for manufacturers to be in the tests as they are a shop window for their products.

lol lol lol

The lifeblood of computer magazines is advertising revenue. Dennis Publishing not only publish Computer Buyer but several other similar titles. Trust me, they won't risk losing a multi-million pound annual contract with a major computer manufacturer by killing the goose that lays the golden egg.

I work in the industry so I know!

As others have pointed out, the fact that the name "Tiny" appears on the case should be enough for you to walk away.

buggu

I wouldnt even touch tiny with a barge pole. Pc build quality and customer service are dreadful. Spend a bit extra if need be and get a dell pc.

odorus

I seem to have bought out the Tiny fan club in droves. I'll look for another good Tiny offer and post it just for you lot!

odorus

Just heard on 5 live that all Tiny and Time stores are to cease trading. I know all those fans out there will mourn it's demise.