{"id":2450,"date":"2009-04-25T02:12:04","date_gmt":"2009-04-24T18:12:04","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/techielobang.com\/blog\/?p=2450"},"modified":"2009-04-25T02:12:04","modified_gmt":"2009-04-24T18:12:04","slug":"more-information-about-dell-swarm-what-you-need-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/techielobang.com\/blog\/2009\/04\/25\/more-information-about-dell-swarm-what-you-need-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"More Information About Dell Swarm, What You Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Dell has fed me with more information about SWARM. It will be LIVE on 5th May 2009. Why wait until then to know what is SWARM. Read all about it here. You <a href=\"http:\/\/techielobang.com\/blog\/2009\/04\/25\/dell-swarm-72hrs-15-buyers-sneak-preview-video-within\/\" target=\"_blank\">can watch a preview here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"2451\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/techielobang.com\/blog\/2009\/04\/25\/more-information-about-dell-swarm-what-you-need-to-know\/dell_swarm_desktop\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/04\/dell_swarm_desktop.jpg?fit=460%2C246&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"460,246\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"dell_swarm_desktop\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/04\/dell_swarm_desktop.jpg?fit=300%2C160&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/04\/dell_swarm_desktop.jpg?fit=460%2C246&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"size-full wp-image-2451 aligncenter\" title=\"dell_swarm_desktop\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/04\/dell_swarm_desktop.jpg?resize=460%2C246\" alt=\"dell_swarm_desktop\" width=\"460\" height=\"246\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/04\/dell_swarm_desktop.jpg?w=460&amp;ssl=1 460w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/techielobang.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2009\/04\/dell_swarm_desktop.jpg?resize=300%2C160&amp;ssl=1 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 460px) 100vw, 460px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><!--more-->These are the information from DELL. If you think you have more questions or more ideas to make SWARM even better, leave a comment here \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n<h3><strong>ABOUT DELL SWARM<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>1. What is a Swarm?<\/strong><br \/>\nA Swarm is a group that forms to buy selected Dell laptops powered by the latest Intel\u00ae processors for less. How it works, in 3 simple steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Swarm: Be the first to buy to get the discounts going, or join the Swarm after to bring the price down further.<\/li>\n<li>Share: Tell your friends about Dell Swarm, the new way of saving on the latest Dell laptops. You can do this via Facebook, Twitter, Social sharing or simply email.<\/li>\n<li>Save: Everyone gets to enjoy the final price once the Swarm\u2019s time limit or its maximum number of buyers is reached!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>2. How much of a discount will I get?<\/strong><br \/>\nWith Dell Swarm, you will pay less than the best prices offered on <a href=\"http:\/\/dell.com.sg\/\" target=\"_blank\">dell.com.sg<\/a>. And that\u2019s for current models equipped with the latest Intel\u00ae processors. The final price though, depends on you. For the more buyers there are, when the Swarm ends, the less you pay!<\/p>\n<p><strong>3. Which specific products will be offered on Dell Swarm?<\/strong><br \/>\nThe following products will be offered on the 1st week (5th May 2009):<\/p>\n<p><strong>a. Inspiron Mini 12<\/strong><br \/>\nThere\u2019s a new kid in town. One that\u2019s super thin and ultra-portable \u2013 the Inspiron Mini 12, weighing in at less than 1.1&#8243; thick and 1.236 kg.<br \/>\n\u2022 Intel\u00ae Atom TM Z530 Processor<br \/>\n\u2022 Vibrant 12.1&#8243; display<br \/>\n\u2022 Advanced wireless options for superior mobility<br \/>\n\u2022 Dynamic and customisable user interface<\/p>\n<p><strong>b. Dell Studio 14<\/strong><br \/>\nGet creative and connected with this personalised, Hi-Def, 14.1&#8243; widescreen laptop with rich multimedia features.<br \/>\n\u2022 Powered by Intel\u00ae Core\u2122 2 Duo processor T6600 for compact performance<br \/>\n\u2022 Experience intuitive interaction with multimedia keys, which illuminate when touched.<br \/>\n\u2022 Sleek and Stylish<\/p>\n<p>Products on offer the 2nd week (12th May 2009):<\/p>\n<p><strong>c. Dell Studio XPS M1340<\/strong><br \/>\nBlending power with elegance, the Studio XPS 1340 is designed to deliver the ultimate mobile laptop experience.<br \/>\n\u2022 The latest Intel\u00ae Core\u21222 Duo processors P8600 for blazing fast performance<br \/>\n\u2022 Premium design with genuine leather accents, anodised aluminum, edge-to-edge display and<br \/>\nbacklit keyboard<br \/>\n\u2022 Optional NVIDIA\u00ae Hybrid SLI graphics deliver incredibly lifelike videos, movies and gaming<br \/>\n\u2022 Watch all your DVD movies in brilliant HD with automated hi-def up-conversion<\/p>\n<p><strong>d. Dell Studio 14<\/strong><br \/>\nGet creative and connected with this personalised, Hi-Def, 14.1&#8243; widescreen laptop with rich multimedia features.<br \/>\n\u2022 Powered by Intel\u00ae Core\u2122 2 Duo processor T6400 for compact performance<br \/>\n\u2022 Experience intuitive interaction with multimedia keys, which illuminate when touched.<br \/>\n\u2022 Sleek and Stylish<\/p>\n<p><strong>4. How long does each Swarm last for?<\/strong><br \/>\nTwo Swarms open every Tuesday, right after Monday midnight, and end on Thursday midnight. The Swarm ends when it reaches the maximum number of 15 buyers or a time limit of 72 hours. To ensure that you enjoy the optimal discount, just get a total of 15 buyers before the time\u2019s up!<\/p>\n<p><strong>5. Is Dell Swarm only available in Singapore?<\/strong><br \/>\nYes. You must be located in Singapore to buy on <a href=\"http:\/\/dellswarm.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">dellswarm.com<\/a>. People outside of Singapore are not permitted to purchase laptops from this website. Dellswarm may soon be available in other regions.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>FUNCTIONS ON DELL SWARM<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>6. Buy<\/strong><br \/>\nWhen you\u2019re ready to join the Swarm, click on the Buy button, register and Dell will contact you once the Swarm ends and the price is finalised. This happens once the limit of 15 buyers or 72 hours is reached.<\/p>\n<p><strong>7. Follow<\/strong><br \/>\nIf you\u2019re not ready to buy yet, you can choose to Follow a Swarm and get updates on its current price via email and\/or SMS. Once it reaches the price you want, you can then join the Swarm to buy it.<\/p>\n<p>If you don\u2019t see a product you like, you can check out our upcoming Swarms by following them, which arrive every Tuesday. Or opt for SMS updates on what\u2019s coming next. Simply click the follow button on the website.<\/p>\n<p><strong>8. Share<\/strong><br \/>\nTell others about Dell Swarm, so they too can buy in a group and save. If they join your Swarm, your savings will get even greater! Here are three ways for you to share.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Option 1: Share with friends and followers &#8211; Use Facebook or Twitter to share with everyone how you\u2019re saving on a brand new laptop by joining a Dell Swarm \u2013 and how they can do so too.<\/li>\n<li>Option 2: Social sharing &#8211; Use Digg, <a href=\"http:\/\/del.icio.us\/\" target=\"_blank\">del.icio.us<\/a> and other tools to bookmark your Swarm so others know how they can save by joining one.<\/li>\n<li>Option 3: Email it &#8211; Drop him or her an email.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>9. What does the message box on dellswarm do?<\/strong><br \/>\nType your message regarding Dell Swarm into the Latest Buzz box, and it will appear both on the dellswarm message board and on the dellswarmsg Twitter page.<\/p>\n<p><strong>10. I have a Facebook account. How can I use it to share my Swarm?<\/strong><br \/>\nFacebook Connect seamlessly connects your Facebook account with <a href=\"http:\/\/dellswarm.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">dellswarm.com<\/a>, giving you access to your network in several different ways.<br \/>\ni. Publish stories \u2013 leave a message about Dell Swarm<br \/>\nii. Invite Friends \u2013 invite your friends to join you on <a href=\"http:\/\/dellswarm.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">dellswarm.com<\/a><br \/>\niii. Or simply join the dellswarm Facebook group and tell everyone how you are a big fan of our great deals!<\/p>\n<p><strong>OTHERS<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>11. Can I opt out of a Swarm after I joined?<\/strong><br \/>\nBy joining a Swarm, you are agreeing to buy the item at the price you see when joining a Swarm so your purchase is not retractable. However, rest assured that you are paying a lower price than if you were to buy on <a href=\"http:\/\/dell.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">dell.com<\/a>. You enjoy greater savings on top of the discounted price at the start of the Swarm if there are more buyers. How much you save really depends on how many buyers there are at the end of the Swarm.<\/p>\n<p><strong>12. Can I join a Swarm after it has ended?<\/strong><br \/>\nUnfortunately, no, because Swarms are exclusive group buys with special prices for those who join. However you can definitely follow the next Swarms and join when they open. Or you can send us an enquiry and Dell will get back to you as soon as we can.<\/p>\n<p><strong>13. How do I stop getting email or SMS updates on Swarms?<\/strong><br \/>\nThe option to unsubscribe can be found on the Swarm alert email so click on the link and you will not receive Swarm email updates. To unsubscribe to SMS updates on Swarms, simply reply &lt;unsub&gt; to the SMS update.<\/p>\n<p><strong>14. Can I pay for an item in a Swarm before the maximum 15 buyers or time limit of 72 hours is reached?<\/strong><br \/>\nYou only pay for your purchase at the end of a Swarm. If you wish to get your Dell laptop powered by the latest Intel\u00ae processor earlier but at a higher price, you can buy it at <a href=\"http:\/\/dell.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">dell.com<\/a>. Our suggestion is for you to join a Swarm and enjoy the lowest price at the end of the session!<\/p>\n<p><strong>15. Will I enjoy further discounts on my next Swarm buy if I joined and bought products in previous Swarms?<\/strong><br \/>\nSwarm buyers enjoy the same discount whether you have bought in a Swarm or not. But you can always gather your friends to join your Swarms for greater savings.<\/p>\n<p><strong>16. Will I get more discounts if I recommend friends to join than if I were to join a Swarm with strangers?<\/strong><br \/>\nWe don\u2019t differentiate between friends you already know or those you haven\u2019t met so the discount you enjoy depends just on the number of buyers at the end of a Swarm.<\/p>\n<p><strong>17. When will I get my computer after I pay for my Swarm purchase?<\/strong><br \/>\nOnce the Swarm ends and the final price is confirmed, you will receive a call from Dell.com to confirm your order and delivery. Your order will reach you in 5 to 7 working days after that. However, you can track your order anytime you like with the order reference number, by calling 1800-394-7476 or going to <a href=\"http:\/\/dell.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">dell.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>18. Are there any other ways I can find help on my Swarm purchase?<\/strong><br \/>\nFind some of the commonly asked questions in the FAQ section in <a href=\"http:\/\/dellswarm.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">dellswarm.com<\/a> or you can also see \u2018How it Works\u2019 to understand the mechanics of the group buys and how you can save. You can also get help using Dell Chat. Get answers from our Dell Product Advisors using instant messaging anytime you want.<\/p>\n<p>Again, if you have any questions, leave your comments here. I will try to find out the answers \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"http:\/\/techielobang.com\/blog\/2009\/04\/25\/dell-swarm-72hrs-15-buyers-sneak-preview-video-within\/\" target=\"_blank\">Click Here if you wanted to see a video of how Dell Swarm looks like.<\/a><\/h2>\n<p>[ad#boxlist]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dell has fed me with more information about SWARM. It will be LIVE on 5th May 2009. Why wait until then to know what is SWARM. 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