PRS-600 Bought a PRS-650 and was sent a PRS-600. So upset. - Page 2

SCION · 11-28-2011, 04:20 PM

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Originally Posted by seajewel

Unfortunately I already sent it today before seeing these posts, but I did not include the shipping receipt since the package had the full shipping amount stamped on it. Anyways, seeing as I didn't really pay with a method that was going to be refundable on my part, I felt like I didn't have any choice but to send it back and hope that he was sincere when he said he made a mistake and would refund the full amount + my return shipping.

I would follow up with him and mention that you hope he does the right thing so you don't have to notify the authorities. Mention that a family member who works in law enforcement is encouraging you to pursue that route NOW, but you're giving him the benefit of the doubt. Something to the effect to nudge him in the direction you wish him to take.

seajewel · 11-28-2011, 04:27 PM

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Originally Posted by SCION

I would follow up with him and mention that you hope he does the right thing so you don't have to notify the authorities. Mention that a family member who works in law enforcement is encouraging you to pursue that route NOW, but you're giving him the benefit of the doubt. Something to the effect to nudge him in the direction you wish him to take.

Yeah I don't feel like I'm completely out of options if I need to "threaten action." Another reason I feel a little bit comforted is that he included his work email/work title in his signatures. But I did call his work (when I was trying to reach him the day I got the package) and was told that he no longer works there..... Shady, huh? but then I checked the email and noticed that he had a different signature in the last few emails with a different work title/phone # (same line of business), so I don't think.. unless he's impersonating someone (!) that he was actively trying to scam me. I don't know how much I could do if he decides not to cooperate, but it makes me "feel" better, you know?

carpetmojo · 11-28-2011, 06:19 PM

The sound of stable doors shutting is thunderous, and I really do sympathise.
But, .....

Never return original documents - if he has problems because of that... it's his problem.

Do all you can to find as much detail as you can about the seller - you knew this was an iffy site.

Always pay on a "secure" method of settling (ie PaPal or you credit card - both have money-back facilities in cases of a scam.

Keep copies of every fragment of communication you ever sent about the transaction - it's easy, never throw anything away!.
If you havee doubts about the seller/site, never spend more than you can afford to lose.

Obvious, I know, and means fighting temptation, but use reputable, traceable, sites (with a good track record hear ?)

Finally.... if it sounds too good to be true, never forget there's a chance it might very well not be.

Shopaholic · 11-28-2011, 07:50 PM

And to add to what Carpetmojo said never, ever, ever trust stock photos! Ever!!

I know people can surf the net and steal someone's photo that shows the item on a table as opposed to a stock photo from the manufacturer but it's better than a stock photo. Always protect yourself first. Some people will take advantage of others if given the opportunity.

Look at the fool woman in LA who pepper sprayed others for a $20 video game for crying out loud. There are stupid people out there and there are those who will take advantage of others.

I'm not liking what I'm reading here either.

I do hope it works out for you but I hear there's a bridge in New York for sale too.

Getting a check back is a BAD idea! Bounce. Stop payment. Closed account etc. Bad, bad, bad!! I can sign emails as president of Bank of America if I wanted. Check the email addy that you received the email from. If it's not from the company they claim to work for, there's an issue. Also, most reputable companies do NOT want employees using their title/employment status in communications that have nothing to do with that company. Clearly the guy selling a used 600 is personal and not company related.

Tony1988 · 11-30-2011, 08:25 AM

At this point seajewel I would just call it a day and sell the 600 on ebay. You should at least get $50-$70 for it. What did you pay for the 650? (Im guessing around $200, I just sold mine for about $205 a couple weeks ago) So you will be out about $130.

Good lesson learned.

I wouldnt let this cause you anymore heartache. It could have been worse and he could have sent you an empty box.

EDIT: Forget what I said I see you already sent it back. Let us know what happens.

Canuck_in_Japan · 11-30-2011, 09:20 AM

Curious to see what happens here. You're very brave (or something) to send the thing back to the guy after he already screwed you once. I would have demanded he return the money first since he was the one who made the mistake. Hope things work out ok!

seajewel · 11-30-2011, 12:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Canuck_in_Japan

Curious to see what happens here. You're very brave (or something) to send the thing back to the guy after he already screwed you once. I would have demanded he return the money first since he was the one who made the mistake. Hope things work out ok!

I'm not disputing that it's a little naive or even stupid to have sent the item back, but I guess I decided to put my faith into hoping that it was a genuine mistake. Of course there are scammers and I may get scammed. I did not pay that much for the item, by the way. 650s have been going for $100-115 on ebay that I've been watching, although of course some go for more. There was a like new one for $120 that I passed up too while waiting for this item, but after receiving the 600 my desire for the 650 has sort of waned.. I love my 950 and just wanted a red 650 to carry around but I'll probably just wait on the next gen with wi-fi.

Tony1988 · 11-30-2011, 12:42 PM

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Originally Posted by seajewel

I'm not disputing that it's a little naive or even stupid to have sent the item back, but I guess I decided to put my faith into hoping that it was a genuine mistake. Of course there are scammers and I may get scammed. I did not pay that much for the item, by the way. 650s have been going for $100-115 on ebay that I've been watching, although of course some go for more. There was a like new one for $120 that I passed up too while waiting for this item, but after receiving the 600 my desire for the 650 has sort of waned.. I love my 950 and just wanted a red 650 to carry around but I'll probably just wait on the next gen with wi-fi.

Thats what I would do seajewel. Just use the one reader. Although the 650 is a fine deivice I sold mine because I didnt need it since I got the 350. I actually got more than what I paid for it.The 350 is a perfect device for me right now. I usually only do bedtime reading and didnt need a bigger deivceI will wait also for a better deivce. The T1 just doesnt appeal to me.

Ripplinger · 11-30-2011, 12:43 PM

Let us know how it turns out in any case. I for one am hoping for a happy ending where you get a full refund. And then you swear to stay away from Craigs List!

I wouldn't get turned off by this on obtaining a 650 though from a legit source. I still think they're miles ahead of the T1s at this point.

Asawi · 11-30-2011, 12:51 PM

Keeping my fingers crossed things will work out for you.
I often trust people more than what would be adviceable. But you know what? It has worked out well for me so far in life.
The 650 is a great device and in red it's incredibly great looking as well, but if it's not to happen something else will come around!

Pinecone · 11-30-2011, 01:25 PM

You could contact him and ask him to send you a US Postal Money Order for the refund.

And if he really did send a 650 to Sony and got back a 600, he should be in contact with them over the error.

SCION · 11-30-2011, 02:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Pinecone

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And if he really did send a 650 to Sony and got back a 600, he should be in contact with them over the error.

Hard to believe they still had 600s available as replacements.

seajewel · 11-30-2011, 04:18 PM

it was refurbished.. i feel like this is familiar to me, people having complaints that Sony sent them 600s as replacements, at least for 505s back in the day.

seajewel · 12-30-2011, 05:04 PM

Well, as most people have said, I probably have been scammed with no chance of any recovery. I did send it back, but got no response for a few weeks, emailed the guy, who claims he's been "on vacation" and his neighbor has been looking out for the package which has not, according to him, arrived. Seeing as it was delivered according to my tracking # a month ago, that's a flat out lie. I've told him to let me know if they can't find it so I can file a USPS claim with my insurance tag, but no response. I'll have to see what the post office can do, but I doubt the package was lost.. the guy is likely just lying.

It would have been better to keep it and trade it in for a T1 or something, it would have at least saved me $50. So much for trusting/hoping that the seller made a genuine mistake.

vishcompany · 12-30-2011, 05:09 PM

Sorry to hear that...

11-28-2011, 06:19 PM	#18
carpetmojo Wizard Posts: 3,117 Karma: 9269999 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: UK Device: Sony- T3, PRS650, 350, T1/2/3, Paperwhite, Fire 8.9,Samsung Tab S 10.5	Oh, oh........ The sound of stable doors shutting is thunderous, and I really do sympathise. But, ..... Never return original documents - if he has problems because of that... it's his problem. Do all you can to find as much detail as you can about the seller - you knew this was an iffy site. Always pay on a "secure" method of settling (ie PaPal or you credit card - both have money-back facilities in cases of a scam. Keep copies of every fragment of communication you ever sent about the transaction - it's easy, never throw anything away!. If you havee doubts about the seller/site, never spend more than you can afford to lose. Obvious, I know, and means fighting temptation, but use reputable, traceable, sites (with a good track record hear ?) Finally.... if it sounds too good to be true, never forget there's a chance it might very well not be.

11-30-2011, 08:25 AM	#20
Tony1988 Guru Posts: 718 Karma: 4033862 Join Date: Jun 2011 Device: sony prs-350	At this point seajewel I would just call it a day and sell the 600 on ebay. You should at least get $50-$70 for it. What did you pay for the 650? (Im guessing around $200, I just sold mine for about $205 a couple weeks ago) So you will be out about $130. Good lesson learned. I wouldnt let this cause you anymore heartache. It could have been worse and he could have sent you an empty box. EDIT: Forget what I said I see you already sent it back. Let us know what happens. Last edited by Tony1988; 11-30-2011 at 08:38 AM.

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Shopaholic Cockatoo Mom! Posts: 1,509 Karma: 1841741 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Ontario, Canada Device: PW4, Kobo: A1, Clara, Libra 2, iPad Pro 11, iPad Mini	And to add to what Carpetmojo said never, ever, ever trust stock photos! Ever!! I know people can surf the net and steal someone's photo that shows the item on a table as opposed to a stock photo from the manufacturer but it's better than a stock photo. Always protect yourself first. Some people will take advantage of others if given the opportunity. Look at the fool woman in LA who pepper sprayed others for a $20 video game for crying out loud. There are stupid people out there and there are those who will take advantage of others. I'm not liking what I'm reading here either. I do hope it works out for you but I hear there's a bridge in New York for sale too. Getting a check back is a BAD idea! Bounce. Stop payment. Closed account etc. Bad, bad, bad!! I can sign emails as president of Bank of America if I wanted. Check the email addy that you received the email from. If it's not from the company they claim to work for, there's an issue. Also, most reputable companies do NOT want employees using their title/employment status in communications that have nothing to do with that company. Clearly the guy selling a used 600 is personal and not company related.

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Canuck_in_Japan Wizard Posts: 1,476 Karma: 14328611 Join Date: May 2009 Location: Tokyo, Japan Device: Aura, Aura H2O, Kindle PW3	Curious to see what happens here. You're very brave (or something) to send the thing back to the guy after he already screwed you once. I would have demanded he return the money first since he was the one who made the mistake. Hope things work out ok!

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Ripplinger 350 Hoarder Posts: 3,574 Karma: 8281267 Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Midwest USA Device: Sony PRS-350, Kobo Glo & Glo HD, PW2	Let us know how it turns out in any case. I for one am hoping for a happy ending where you get a full refund. And then you swear to stay away from Craigs List! I wouldn't get turned off by this on obtaining a 650 though from a legit source. I still think they're miles ahead of the T1s at this point.

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Asawi Gadgetoholic Posts: 1,467 Karma: 3865860 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Sweden Device: Kobo Libra2, Tolino Vision 6	Keeping my fingers crossed things will work out for you. I often trust people more than what would be adviceable. But you know what? It has worked out well for me so far in life. The 650 is a great device and in red it's incredibly great looking as well, but if it's not to happen something else will come around!

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seajewel Fanatic Posts: 589 Karma: 1451235 Join Date: Jun 2008 Device: Sony PRS-505, Sony PRS-950	it was refurbished.. i feel like this is familiar to me, people having complaints that Sony sent them 600s as replacements, at least for 505s back in the day.

12-30-2011, 05:04 PM	#29
seajewel Fanatic Posts: 589 Karma: 1451235 Join Date: Jun 2008 Device: Sony PRS-505, Sony PRS-950	Well, as most people have said, I probably have been scammed with no chance of any recovery. I did send it back, but got no response for a few weeks, emailed the guy, who claims he's been "on vacation" and his neighbor has been looking out for the package which has not, according to him, arrived. Seeing as it was delivered according to my tracking # a month ago, that's a flat out lie. I've told him to let me know if they can't find it so I can file a USPS claim with my insurance tag, but no response. I'll have to see what the post office can do, but I doubt the package was lost.. the guy is likely just lying. It would have been better to keep it and trade it in for a T1 or something, it would have at least saved me $50. So much for trusting/hoping that the seller made a genuine mistake.

12-30-2011, 05:09 PM	#30
vishcompany Addict Posts: 283 Karma: 138550 Join Date: Mar 2009 Device: Gen3(†); PB302(↓); PRS-350; T1; voyage	Sorry to hear that...

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