Thread: iRex DR800 to be introduced in Europe soon
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Old 01-16-2010, 09:04 PM   #112
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Originally Posted by pilotbob View Post
I know that. But my point is... how can the DR800S which is basically the same MINUS 1 feature be $600US when the DR800SG is supposed to be $400?

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The US version includes a partnership with Barnes and Nobles for selling content to DR800 owners. Along with that probably comes some sort of subsidizing deal. Plus, it's not uncommon to have different price points in US vs European markets. Electronics over there are usually more expensive.
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