Buying Hardware abroad
Posted in Hardware on November 29, 2007 at 10:32 am
In the past buying hardware in the US has saved a considerable amount for me as I do tend to travel to the US 1 or 2 times a year with work, and have friends who can receieve and store packages until I arrive.
Now however…. it appears to be not so attractive as it was - in the Apple US store the basic macbook is $1099.00 - the UK macbook is
Comment by Matt Stannard - November 29, 2007 on 10:55 am
I was wondering this, but as the Pound is strong against the dollar, that means imports over here are going to be cheap anyway.
Like you, somethings you would buy abroad, others I wouldn’t just because if it went wrong the hassle of it. Despite many firms having global warranties, you still need to find an employee who understands that concept which isn’t always easy!!
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