Flashback 2+ for preorder on Atari.com, get a free T-shirt

[+MattelAquarius]

You make a good point, but in fairness, it's probably the 4 boxed and two unboxed FB2's already in the house, that are cause for her concern.

 

She doesn't get the whole rev a,b,c thing.

[famicommander]

Got mine today. It's awesome, but Atari did a piss-poor job of shipping it. The shirt was crumpled up and the console's box was just thrown in there, with at least a foot and a half of wiggle room.

[Austin]

Hm. If the web-site says "Retail Only" now, does anyone think they've been shipped to stores yet (Or at least, Target)? Anyone able to verify this?

Edited February 25, 2010 by Austin

[purenergy]

Got mine today. It's awesome, but Atari did a piss-poor job of shipping it. The shirt was crumpled up and the console's box was just thrown in there, with at least a foot and a half of wiggle room.

Yep. Mine arrived today, exactly the same with plenty of room inside the shipping box.

 

The Flashback 2+ box is not scratched or dented, so I am very happy to own one.

 

Thanks to Curt and everyone responsible for the Flashback 2+

[bones]

Mine came in last nite, woop! Yeah, Atari did a pissy job shipping it, oversized box with _no_ packing matieral at all. The box arrived in pretty good shape and t-shirt is awesome, tho too bad it's so friggin huge on me. Minor quibbles, great little set up for the price. Thanks again to everyone involved, looks to be another excellent product!

[+eebuckeye]

Mine came in last nite, woop! Yeah, Atari did a pissy job shipping it, oversized box with _no_ packing matieral at all. The box arrived in pretty good shape and t-shirt is awesome, tho too bad it's so friggin huge on me. Minor quibbles, great little set up for the price. Thanks again to everyone involved, looks to be another excellent product!

 

Argh!! Anyone find them at Target or Walmart? What is the easiest way to make sure it is a Flashback 2+ (in case the wife looks for one).. :-) Don't understand why they would still not sell them online if they would sell!

[nathanallan]

If it's a FB 2+ it'll be in a black and white themed box, rather than a red and white themed box. I think that's the easiest way to tell without going into tiny details.

[Curt Vendel]

That was precisely why I recommended the change in color on the box to make it easily discernible from the orignal FB2 and there would be no question, plus it also says 2+ on it as well...

 

 

 

Curt

 

If it's a FB 2+ it'll be in a black and white themed box, rather than a red and white themed box. I think that's the easiest way to tell without going into tiny details.

[nathanallan]

That was precisely why I recommended the change in color on the box to make it easily discernible from the orignal FB2 and there would be no question, plus it also says 2+ on it as well...

 

 

 

Curt

 

If it's a FB 2+ it'll be in a black and white themed box, rather than a red and white themed box. I think that's the easiest way to tell without going into tiny details.

Right, it does in fact say 2+ on it but someone say, shopping for someone else might not notice it, but the black themed box is easily discernible, even when you're in a hurry.

 

That's really awesome that your name is in the manual, along with Wgungfu and Albert

 

The packing slip to me is a part of my Personal Atari History

[+jsmith73]

That was precisely why I recommended the change in color on the box to make it easily discernible from the orignal FB2 and there would be no question, plus it also says 2+ on it as well...

 

 

 

Curt

 

If it's a FB 2+ it'll be in a black and white themed box, rather than a red and white themed box. I think that's the easiest way to tell without going into tiny details.

Right, it does in fact say 2+ on it but someone say, shopping for someone else might not notice it, but the black themed box is easily discernible, even when you're in a hurry.

 

That's really awesome that your name is in the manual, along with Wgungfu and Albert

 

The packing slip to me is a part of my Personal Atari History

Oh good, I'm not the only one who saved the packing slip.

[nathanallan]

Heck yeah, where else would a person get one?? It's kind of like a certificate or something, making it genuine. Or just seems to be more authentic.

 

I just noticed that there IS no serial number on the bottom of mine, so it must be on the inside. Also noticed that the white sticker does have the Warranty message on it (missed that in my unboxing video).

 

I'll be doing a comparative vid later today between the FB2 and the FB2+. My inner collector is kicking in.

[TrekkiELO]

That was precisely why I recommended the change in color on the box to make it easily discernible from the orignal FB2 and there would be no question, plus it also says 2+ on it as well...

 

 

 

Curt

 

If it's a FB 2+ it'll be in a black and white themed box, rather than a red and white themed box. I think that's the easiest way to tell without going into tiny details.

Right, it does in fact say 2+ on it but someone say, shopping for someone else might not notice it, but the black themed box is easily discernible, even when you're in a hurry.

 

That's really awesome that your name is in the manual, along with Wgungfu and Albert

 

The packing slip to me is a part of my Personal Atari History

Oh good, I'm not the only one who saved the packing slip.

 

Same here.

 

Signed,

 

Rick Vendl II

Edited February 26, 2010 by TrekkiELO

[+jsmith73]

Heck yeah, where else would a person get one?? It's kind of like a certificate or something, making it genuine. Or just seems to be more authentic.

 

I just noticed that there IS no serial number on the bottom of mine, so it must be on the inside. Also noticed that the white sticker does have the Warranty message on it (missed that in my unboxing video).

 

I'll be doing a comparative vid later today between the FB2 and the FB2+. My inner collector is kicking in.

 

I was wondering if the serial # was inside, but I'm not willing to take it apart yet to see... That would be like taking your newborn apart

[+jsmith73]

That was precisely why I recommended the change in color on the box to make it easily discernible from the orignal FB2 and there would be no question, plus it also says 2+ on it as well...

 

 

 

Curt

 

If it's a FB 2+ it'll be in a black and white themed box, rather than a red and white themed box. I think that's the easiest way to tell without going into tiny details.

Right, it does in fact say 2+ on it but someone say, shopping for someone else might not notice it, but the black themed box is easily discernible, even when you're in a hurry.

 

That's really awesome that your name is in the manual, along with Wgungfu and Albert

 

The packing slip to me is a part of my Personal Atari History

Oh good, I'm not the only one who saved the packing slip.

 

Same here.

 

Signed,

 

Rick Vendl II

Well there's three of us that will admit to it!!

My wife thinks I'm obsessive...

[+jsmith73]

I know that it's been mentioned before,but I just want to add to the general "groan".

 

That was the dumbest boxing job ever! I say "boxing" because that sure wasn't packing

That distributor should be ashamed of themselves for doing that!!

 

Thank (insert deity here) that the FB2+ was well packaged from the factory...

 

OK Thanks for listening...

 

Jason

[TrekkiELO]

Heck yeah, where else would a person get one?? It's kind of like a certificate or something, making it genuine. Or just seems to be more authentic.

 

Yep, for these occasions, I save 'em all the time!

 

Signed,

 

Rick

Edited February 26, 2010 by TrekkiELO

[mimo]

mine is being posted this weekend, will I be the first to get one in Europe?!

[TrekkiELO]

I know that it's been mentioned before,but I just want to add to the general "groan".

 

That was the dumbest boxing job ever! I say "boxing" because that sure wasn't packing

That distributor should be ashamed of themselves for doing that!!

 

Thank (insert deity here) that the FB2+ was well packaged from the factory...

 

OK Thanks for listening...

 

Jason

 

Seconded, you guys can't say that enough!

 

Rick

[+jsmith73]

mine is being posted this weekend, will I be the first to get one in Europe?!

 

You might be...

I haven't noticed any one else from across the pond mention it.

 

 

Hey did anyone else wear the tshirt to work? I'm rockin' it and have gotten quite a few compliments!!

[TrekkiELO]

That's really awesome that your name is in the manual, along with Wgungfu and Albert

 

Indeed, along with Dennis DEBRO!

 

Signed,

 

Rick

Edited February 26, 2010 by TrekkiELO

[TrekkiELO]

Hi there,

also, both Yars' Return and Lunar Lander are no longer out of adjustment or flicker.

Glad to hear.

 

There are 2 items I know of that didn't make it in YR because this was an early build but I'll let you guys find them

 

Thanks!

 

Signed,

 

Rick

[patbb]

Someone please post if they see a FB2+ up here in Canada.

 

 

+1

 

 

+2

[+LS650]

Someone please post if they see a FB2+ up here in Canada.

+1

+2

+3

[ZIMM]

I went to my local Target Greatland (and Walmart and Toys R Us) yesterday and none of them have it. hopefully they will be getting them (soon).

 

there is still another local Target I can check. I wonder if Best Buy will have it?

 

if I can't find any before Midwest Gaming Classic, hopefully someone will have some to sell at the show. Marty?....

also looking for that commodore 64 plug n play.

[Retro Rogue]

Guys, I have no idea why you're looking at retailers now for them. We never stated they were at retailers now. What was stated -

 

 

Sorry, I don't have that info. I believe they are looking to I think Walmart and possibly Target, but that is not a solid thing, if/when I have more info that I can release I will let everyone know.

 

 

 

Curt