Pocket PC Thoughts Micro Lights Now on Sale! [Archive]

Jason Dunn

01-28-2005, 09:30 PM

Do you ever have one of those Outlook appointments that you keep putting off, over and over? I have a reminder that says "Write up post for micro lights" and it's 19 weeks overdue - no more! Today I'm pleased to announce that I have a limited supply of Pocket PC Thoughts micro lights on sale. These are normally reserved for lifetime subscribers, but I've had many requests over the past year along the lines of "Those look cool - how can I buy one?" Here's your chance! :-) I also did a <a href="http://www.pocketpcthoughts.com/articles.php?action=expand,7830">full review of the micro light</a> last year, although these are cooler because they have our logo on it. ;-) <img src="http://www.pocketpcthoughts.com/images/web/2003/microlight-ppct.jpg" /> As of right now I have 0 micro lights in stock. RoadWired sells the generic versions for $17.95 - I'm selling these custom version for $19.95, and your purchase goes toward helping defray our server costs (like that extra 2 GB of RAM I bought last month!). To make it even more appealing, I'm offering free shipping as part of this promotion. No matter where in the world you are, I'll ship you this micro light for free. :way to go: Ready to order? Click the button below - and you don't even need a PayPal account to place your order! [SOLD OUT - THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT!] If you already have a micro light and need a replacement battery, <a href="https://www.paypal.com/xclick/business=paypal%40thoughtsmedia.com&item_name=Micro+Light+Replacement+Battery&amount=6.00&no_shipping=0&no_note=1&currency_code=USD">use this link to order one</a>. And if you want to order an extra battery with your light, just add on an extra $5 and remind me in the notes field of the order that you're getting both.

TopDog

01-28-2005, 10:04 PM

Order placed 8)

Thanks for the free shipment... makes it possible to purchase here "on the other side of the pond" without paying more for the shipment than the thing costs.

Jason Dunn

01-28-2005, 10:14 PM

Thanks for the free shipment... makes it possible to purchase here "on the other side of the pond" without paying more for the shipment than the thing costs.

Thanks! It's not too painful because it's just a few stamps due to the size. :-)

ctmagnus

01-28-2005, 10:55 PM

Very cool! I just ordered one.

dean_shan

01-29-2005, 12:18 AM

Does this mean that you are liquidating your old stock to make way for new Micro Lights with the updated logo?

Jason Dunn

01-29-2005, 12:21 AM

Does this mean that you are liquidating your old stock to make way for new Micro Lights with the updated logo?

Nah, our new logo is a very subtle change from the one on the Microlight.

disconnected

01-29-2005, 06:16 PM

I already have one, but I'd like to see other things to buy........I just love to spend money. :oops: I just ordered a couple of metal sd card cases from Cyberguys (mentioned by Sven in the Vaja sd case thread) and something like that would look great with a Thoughts logo on it.

Jason Dunn

01-29-2005, 06:22 PM

I just ordered a couple of metal sd card cases from Cyberguys (mentioned by Sven in the Vaja sd case thread) and something like that would look great with a Thoughts logo on it.

Sounds cool! I wonder how I'd go about finding a wholesaler for those? I doubt Cyberguys would be wiling to tell me who they buy them from...

SiliconAddict

01-29-2005, 07:56 PM

Of course a gadget freak like me :oops: just gotta have one of those. Order placed. Thanks for the free shipping!

x999x

01-29-2005, 11:48 PM

A little pricey for a LED light.

Interesting means for paying off the servers, i mean it's better than asking for donations. best of luck.

Jason Dunn

01-30-2005, 07:23 AM

A little pricey for a LED light.

Getting them laser engraved with a logo isn't exactly cheap. :wink:

Sven Johannsen

01-30-2005, 07:51 AM

I just ordered a couple of metal sd card cases from Cyberguys (mentioned by Sven in the Vaja sd case thread) and something like that would look great with a Thoughts logo on it.

Sounds cool! I wonder how I'd go about finding a wholesaler for those? I doubt Cyberguys would be wiling to tell me who they buy them from...

Maybe Disconnected will save the package and give you a lead on these. I have thrown all that away, and the only thing on the case is "GLOSSA Compact Flash Case" or similar. Cyberguys doesn't rebrand these or anything. I swear they are business card cases with plastic inserts for media cards, but they are pretty nice. Would look nice with a Thoughts logo on them.

disconnected

01-30-2005, 05:38 PM

Sure. I got an email saying they'd been shipped, so I should have them soon.

jim s

02-04-2005, 07:15 PM

Jason - Have these shipped out yet? I'm looking forward to getting mine!

ctmagnus

02-04-2005, 09:43 PM

I received mine Wednesday (two days ago).

js

02-05-2005, 04:42 PM

Jason - Have these shipped out yet? I'm looking forward to getting mine!

Same here - nothing yet....

jim s

02-07-2005, 03:32 AM

Got mine this weekend. It looks like the post office used the envelope for target practice. I don't know if there was supposed to be an invoice, or shipping documentation or not, but only the light was in there. The top of the envelope had been ripped open for more than half its length. It's amazing there was anything at all in it!

ctmagnus

02-07-2005, 04:16 AM

Strange thing, that post office...

Mine arrived in perfect condition, no postmark or anything. ;)

js

02-07-2005, 04:25 AM

Hopefully, I'll get mine soon :roll:.

js

02-07-2005, 11:31 PM

It seems most people have received their orders already.

Could someone please confirm whether mine was actually shipped? Mail came today and still nothing.

I have gotten no response via email either, which isn't very good business....

ctmagnus

02-08-2005, 12:14 AM

The only email I got was from PayPal and not from Jason himself. I wouldn't expect him to send out an email whenever he mails one of these things; he has a few other things to do in a day. ;)

js

02-08-2005, 12:34 AM

The only email I got was from PayPal and not from Jason himself. I wouldn't expect him to send out an email whenever he mails one of these things; he has a few other things to do in a day. ;)

I wasn't expecting an email from Jason when I ordered. I have sent 2 now to the address listed in the paypal purchase email just to find out IF my order actually shipped. No response there, which isn't a good thing.

Janak Parekh

02-08-2005, 12:42 AM

I wasn't expecting an email from Jason when I ordered. I have sent 2 now to the address listed in the paypal purchase email just to find out IF my order actually shipped. No response there, which isn't a good thing.
When did you email Jason? He happens to be out of town for vacation at the moment. (He was going to make a post about it, but was running late to the airport. 8O)

I'd guess that you'll get a response shortly after he gets back.

--janak

js

02-08-2005, 01:15 AM

I wasn't expecting an email from Jason when I ordered. I have sent 2 now to the address listed in the paypal purchase email just to find out IF my order actually shipped. No response there, which isn't a good thing.
When did you email Jason? He happens to be out of town for vacation at the moment. (He was going to make a post about it, but was running late to the airport. 8O)

I'd guess that you'll get a response shortly after he gets back.

--janak

I'm not sure if the email gets to Jason? The paypal receipt gives an address to contact with questions.

Also, I'm not in any huge hurry. A simple, "your order was shipped on....", or "we are sold out and here is your refund" would suffice.

Janak Parekh

02-08-2005, 01:30 AM

I'm not sure if the email gets to Jason? The paypal receipt gives an address to contact with questions (paypal@ I think).
Yes, it does. At least, when the alias was set up some time ago.

Also, I'm not in any huge hurry. A simple, "your order was shipped on....", or "we are sold out and here is your refund" would suffice.
Unfortunately, I think this is a strictly manual affair. Jason may be checking email during his trip, but it's likely to be buried in there. If you don't hear back within a few weeks, PM me and I'll inquire.

--janak

Sven Johannsen

02-08-2005, 03:56 AM

He happens to be out of town for vacation at the moment. (He was going to make a post about it, but was running late to the airport. 8O)--janak

Don't suppose he skipped town with the microlight proceeds, eh?
Just kidding :wink: I'm waiting for mine too.

js

02-08-2005, 04:07 AM

He happens to be out of town for vacation at the moment. (He was going to make a post about it, but was running late to the airport. 8O)--janak

Don't suppose he skipped town with the microlight proceeds, eh?
Just kidding :wink: I'm waiting for mine too.

:lol:

He didn't get far then...

js

02-17-2005, 10:22 PM

Just received mine today.

Very nice :D.

Jason Dunn

03-01-2005, 12:55 AM

Sorry about this guys - 100% of the lights have been shipped, so hopefully they've all arrived by now. This was a VERY manual affair, so I opted not to do confirmation emails...which isn't very professional, I know, but I was frantically trying to prepare to leave for my vacation and just didn't have enough hours in the day.

I hope everyone enjoys their lights! :-)