what is retail packaging? Hello,This product mentions that it is sold in retail packaging? What does that mean? Is it that items are just in a ziplock bag? Thats how I got it the item. It also had scratchs on it Thanks what is retail packaging? Hello,This product mentions that it is sold in retail packaging? What does that mean? Is it that items are just in a ziplock bag? Thats how I got it the item. It... » Read More what is retail packaging? Hello,This product mentions that it is sold in retail packaging? What does that mean? Is it that items are just in a ziplock bag? Thats how I got it the item. It also had scratchs on it Thanks « Show Less
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@Charles. - unfortunately this just highlights the problem of buying certain items online without seeing the products. I had a similar experience buying a bluetooth headset as well. I ended up buying from a local big box store. Some regional and national chains will match the Amazon Price excluding local sales taxes once it is shown to them. I agree with you about how amazon displays it's retailers. .Many times have ended up with a product from a seller that I thought it was Amazon. I just make sure now when I purchase from them.
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Thats a good point. Actually specifically with bluetooth headset you have to hold it .. see it, wear it .. I also bought one from costco.
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Even i got in a whitebox with scratches on the product, why is amazon fooling everyone ? Anyways I am returning mainly because it was not fitting and keeps getting lose. But i am shocked to see others too complain .. is amazon trying to slip in bulk as retail ? Come on be true atleast, the box has a sticker which says "retail package" , how can a white box be retail ?
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@Ben, what i bought clearly says bought from amazon.com LLC. Do not try to talk generically, a lot of us do research and I make sure even if it is costly i buy from amazon.com only (i mean seller as amazon.com). This one is a white box , though amazon said it is retail and even the box has a sticker with "retail" in it. Also amazon needs to be careful, the way it shows retailers is confusing , there are lot who can buy from cheap knock off retailers without knowing anything.
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I just got mine and retail packaging is the same packaging that you would get if you bought it off the shelf. It was not opened in any way. Sometimes you'll see the term bulk packaging. That means it was taken out of the original box and it's shipped loose, usually in a little clear plastic bag. It may or may not be used. My guess is that someone bought it, tried it and returned it.
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Mine was original retail packaging. But there is usually a place for specific notes and requirements when you order.
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Thanks for contacting us with your question, I have never seen it in the retail store. I only see them in the Wholesale stores.
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I'm not sure what it means, because I got it in the original packaging... I was a bit skeptical too but when it arrived... It was brand new ... Sorry not much help
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I purchased this product a few times. It always came in a zip lock plastic bag. It was never factory sealed. I don't know why it always arrives unsealed. I purchased it locally, it was unsealed, as well.
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It looked like a retail package. But, it's faked. Just watch out for this seller. They have mix stock. You'll never know what you are going to get..
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Idk mine came in a zip lock bag with bread crumbs at the bottom, probably protective packaging!
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I believe the difference is only in packaging. Retail, boxed and wrapped in plastic with instructions vs. Minimal, aimed toward someone buying in bulk.
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The one I bought from Amazon was retail packing in the original box. Bulk packing does not always mean the item is coming in its original packaging. Make sure uou are able to return it for a refund if you have issues.
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I guess it means it's boxed up for sale like it would be in a store. It came in a very nice box like you might find on the shelf in your local best buy.
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I did not say anything about retail packaging. It was new but the sound was very very low.
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Bulk packaging means that it will not come in a box, like what you see in a store. I believe most of the sellers will ship it in a small plastic case.
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Sometimes the store will have an open package that a customer open. But there is not a problem with a opened item. I hope that this can help you and you can save some money.
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Everything you need is in the package. It is the package itself that is non-retail. The item arrives inside a box with an envelope and bubble wrap. I haven't purchased the exact item from a brick and mortar (retail), but I'm guessing is comes in one of those sealed,stiff plastic packages that is impossible to open without destroying the package.
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Mine did come in the retail box, yes.I should point out, though, that I bought mine from a different seller. So, as others have stated, there is no guarantee.
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You ask a good question and one that I posed to Amazon before making this purchase recently. Unfortunately, Amazon staff could not provide clarity, but I'm pleased to let you know that the item comes perfectly sealed from Apple. In this case, what frustration free packaging means is simply that the item comes in a box specifically made to support (protect) this item in transit. That's all. I'm very pleased that the item was in the same condition it would have been in had I purchased it directly from Apple.
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I received a 2TB Hitachi on June 29th, 2010, and it was RETAIL packaging. I ordered direct from Amazon, not a reseller. I had no issues with the drive, and it is still running strong. It seems that some of the 1 star reviewers later in July got non-Retail boxes. I bought mine when Hitachi was offering a rebate, so I bet Amazon sold out of Retail packaged units by the time July rolled around. Looks like they have the item under investigation now...probably for the packaging.