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With all the talk of the new Miscrosoft commercials in Europe and the Pre wanting to co-exist with the iPhone, I can’t help but thinking about commercials in general. What’s your favorite technology-related commercial on television? You do remember what TV is, right? Do you love that annoying (yet catchy) Comcast song? Or are you more inclined to watch the Dell laptop commercials over and over? Let’s hear your thoughts!

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With all the talk of the new Miscrosoft commercials in Europe and the Pre wanting to co-exist with the iPhone, I can’t help but thinking about commercials in general. What’s your favorite technology-related commercial on television? You do remember what TV is, right? Do you love that annoying (yet catchy) Comcast song? Or are you more inclined to watch the Dell laptop commercials over and over? Let’s hear your thoughts!

]]> http://chris.pirillo.com/whats-your-favorite-commercial/feed/ 2 Top 5 Tips for Calling Computer Tech Supporthttp://chris.pirillo.com/top-5-tips-for-calling-computer-tech-support/ http://chris.pirillo.com/top-5-tips-for-calling-computer-tech-support/#comments Sun, 02 Mar 2008 09:07:05 +0000 Chris http://chris.pirillo.com/2008/03/02/top-5-tips-for-calling-computer-tech-support/ Top 5 Tips for Calling Computer Tech Support is a post from Chris Pirillo

Here are some excellent tips to help you the next time you need to call Technical Support for your computer, sent in by a community member who works for Dell XPS Premium Support.

  • Be Patient. As technical support agents, we have a wealth of information sitting at our fingertips. But before we can access the information, we have to pull up your account info, verify authorization to work on the computer, check the warranty status, document the case, and get a multitude of information from you before we can actually fix your problem. Be patient while the agent is trying to keep track of five different things while keeping you happy.
  • Be Cooperative. I wish the easy button was real, but it’s not. And while some problems can be fixed in three or less clicks of the mouse, you might have to get your hands dirty, and your fingers callused. If you are expecting someone else to do all the work for you, go to the Geek Squad. We do the best we can do over the phone, so work with us as we work with you.
  • Be Ready. If you call Technical Support, you likely have a problem. Saying “my computer doesn’t work” is not helping anybody. Be ready with the serial number on your machine (like Dell’s “Service Tag”), any error codes you might have, and as much information as you can gather regarding the problem, like what programs are running, under what circumstances the problem occurs, and what operating system you have. Being ready also involves being at your computer. Don’t call if you aren’t at your computer, ready to troubleshoot.
  • Be Time-Conscious. Your problem, no matter how small it seems to you, may take a long time to fix. So if you have to pick up the kids from school in 15 minutes, call after you get back. If you are expecting a phone call from your mother, call Technical Support after you have talked to your mother. And if you have a time frame, let us know so that we have our expectations set as well.
  • Be Patient. I can’t stress this enough. That’s why it’s the first and last. Alpha and omega.
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Here are some excellent tips to help you the next time you need to call Technical Support for your computer, sent in by a community member who works for Dell XPS Premium Support.

  • Be Patient. As technical support agents, we have a wealth of information sitting at our fingertips. But before we can access the information, we have to pull up your account info, verify authorization to work on the computer, check the warranty status, document the case, and get a multitude of information from you before we can actually fix your problem. Be patient while the agent is trying to keep track of five different things while keeping you happy.
  • Be Cooperative. I wish the easy button was real, but it’s not. And while some problems can be fixed in three or less clicks of the mouse, you might have to get your hands dirty, and your fingers callused. If you are expecting someone else to do all the work for you, go to the Geek Squad. We do the best we can do over the phone, so work with us as we work with you.
  • Be Ready. If you call Technical Support, you likely have a problem. Saying “my computer doesn’t work” is not helping anybody. Be ready with the serial number on your machine (like Dell’s “Service Tag”), any error codes you might have, and as much information as you can gather regarding the problem, like what programs are running, under what circumstances the problem occurs, and what operating system you have. Being ready also involves being at your computer. Don’t call if you aren’t at your computer, ready to troubleshoot.
  • Be Time-Conscious. Your problem, no matter how small it seems to you, may take a long time to fix. So if you have to pick up the kids from school in 15 minutes, call after you get back. If you are expecting a phone call from your mother, call Technical Support after you have talked to your mother. And if you have a time frame, let us know so that we have our expectations set as well.
  • Be Patient. I can’t stress this enough. That’s why it’s the first and last. Alpha and omega.
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The Dell Cyber Monday Sale will go live on December 1, 2008. Until then here are the current coupons and deals at Dell:

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The Dell Cyber Monday Sale will go live on December 1, 2008. Until then here are the current coupons and deals at Dell:

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The Dell Small Business Black Friday Sale will go live on November 27, 2009. Until then here are the current coupons and deals at Dell Small Business:

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The Dell Small Business Black Friday Sale will go live on November 27, 2009. Until then here are the current coupons and deals at Dell Small Business:

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http://live.pirillo.com/ – Which laptop brand is better: Lenovo or Dell?

Chris’s experience with Lenovo, post-sale, have been very positive. Customer service has been excellent, with one note: he has the business service plan for his Lenovo laptop. Of course, the laptop is built rock-solid, and can handle the occasional drop.

Dell hardware has been a bit of a disappointment for Chris in the past, but he has been given word of mouth assurances that their hardware has improved, along with improvements to customer service.

We’ve got some tips for prospective laptop buyers:

  • Budge – if the laptop is too expensive for the features it offers, try looking somewhere else.t
  • Customer service – if the company has a spotty customer service track record, you might be better off paying a bit more for a laptop with better customer support behind it.
  • Compare the features of several laptops and determine if they are all roughly the same or if one model has a feature that’s a deal maker.
  • Search for problems other customers have had with the specific model you’re considering. If you see a pattern of problems, you may want to stay away from that product.
  • If everything is basically the same, then it all boils down to brand loyalty.

Do you have any suggestions for the prospective laptop buyer?

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Chris’s experience with Lenovo, post-sale, have been very positive. Customer service has been excellent, with one note: he has the business service plan for his Lenovo laptop. Of course, the laptop is built rock-solid, and can handle the occasional drop.

Dell hardware has been a bit of a disappointment for Chris in the past, but he has been given word of mouth assurances that their hardware has improved, along with improvements to customer service.

We’ve got some tips for prospective laptop buyers:

  • Budge – if the laptop is too expensive for the features it offers, try looking somewhere else.t
  • Customer service – if the company has a spotty customer service track record, you might be better off paying a bit more for a laptop with better customer support behind it.
  • Compare the features of several laptops and determine if they are all roughly the same or if one model has a feature that’s a deal maker.
  • Search for problems other customers have had with the specific model you’re considering. If you see a pattern of problems, you may want to stay away from that product.
  • If everything is basically the same, then it all boils down to brand loyalty.

Do you have any suggestions for the prospective laptop buyer?

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]]> http://chris.pirillo.com/buy-lenovo-vs-dell/feed/ 1 00:01:01 [rsslist:http://coupons.lockergnome.com/cgi-bin/feed/rss-custom-feed.pl?search_method=storesstores=1187546242category=search_string=date=0all_coupons_per_store=1]Find More CouponsClick Image to Play Video http://live. [rsslist:http://coupons.lockergnome.com/cgi-bin/feed/rss-custom-feed.pl?search_method=storesstores=1187546242category=search_string=date=0all_coupons_per_store=1]Find More CouponsClick Image to Play Video http://live.pirillo.com/ - Which laptop brand is better: Lenovo or Dell?Chris's experience with Lenovo, post-sale, have been very positive. Customer service has been excellent, with one note: he has the business service plan for his Lenovo laptop. Of course, the laptop is built rock-solid, and can handle the occasional drop.Dell hardware has been a bit of a disappointment for Chris in the past, but he has been given word of mouth assurances that their hardware has improved, along with improvements to customer service.We've got some tips for prospective laptop buyers:Budge - if the laptop is too expensive for the features it offers, try looking somewhere else.tCustomer service - if the company has a spotty customer service track record, you might be better off paying a bit more for a laptop with better customer support behind it.Compare the features of several laptops and determine if they are all roughly the same or if one model has a feature that's a deal maker.Search for problems other customers have had with the specific model you're considering. If you see a pattern of problems, you may want to stay away from that product.If everything is basically the same, then it all boils down to brand loyalty.Do you have any suggestions for the prospective laptop buyer?Formats available: MPEG4 Video (.mp4), MP3 Audio (.mp3), Microsoft Video (.avi), Flash Video (.flv) Coupons,,Media,Blog chris@pirillo.com no No LCD Monitor Reviews and Opinionshttp://chris.pirillo.com/lcd-monitor-reviews-and-opinions/ http://chris.pirillo.com/lcd-monitor-reviews-and-opinions/#comments Sat, 03 Feb 2007 03:27:18 +0000 Chris http://chris.pirillo.com/2007/02/02/lcd-monitor-reviews-and-opinions/ LCD Monitor Reviews and Opinions is a post from Chris Pirillo

I have two monitors plugged into my system right now – a 1600×1200 SyncMaster 213T, and a 1680×1050 Gateway. I like the Gateway as a secondary monitor, “largely” because of its various input options – and the integrated USB hub is a wonderful bonus. However, there are a few windows I’d much rather rearrange on my primary screen – and so I’m thinking about one of the following, and am largely interested in everybody’s experiences with them (if you have one):

  • Dell’s 3007WFP-HC
  • HP’s LP3065
  • Samsung’s SyncMaster 305T
  • Apple’s 30″ Cinema HD

2560×1600 plus the 1680×1050 sounds nice, but (then again) I might wind up doing two Gateway FPD2485W’s (2x 1920×1200 for 3840×1200^2) for cheaper, and wind up getting more desktop real estate. It boils down to price and options, I think. I could get the HP LP3065 for ~$1,600, the Dell 3007WFP-HC for $1,699, the Samsung 305T for $1,999, or Apple’s Cinema HD for $1,999. Or, again, two Gateway monitors for $680 apiece.

I sit in front of the computer screen for a living. There’s nothing wrong with what’s here now, mind you – but I could certainly go for more vertical and horizontal playspace. The second monitor is great for IM conversations, extra windows I need open but can’t pay attention to, etc. Decisions, decisions!

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I have two monitors plugged into my system right now – a 1600×1200 SyncMaster 213T, and a 1680×1050 Gateway. I like the Gateway as a secondary monitor, “largely” because of its various input options – and the integrated USB hub is a wonderful bonus. However, there are a few windows I’d much rather rearrange on my primary screen – and so I’m thinking about one of the following, and am largely interested in everybody’s experiences with them (if you have one):

  • Dell’s 3007WFP-HC
  • HP’s LP3065
  • Samsung’s SyncMaster 305T
  • Apple’s 30″ Cinema HD

2560×1600 plus the 1680×1050 sounds nice, but (then again) I might wind up doing two Gateway FPD2485W’s (2x 1920×1200 for 3840×1200^2) for cheaper, and wind up getting more desktop real estate. It boils down to price and options, I think. I could get the HP LP3065 for ~$1,600, the Dell 3007WFP-HC for $1,699, the Samsung 305T for $1,999, or Apple’s Cinema HD for $1,999. Or, again, two Gateway monitors for $680 apiece.

I sit in front of the computer screen for a living. There’s nothing wrong with what’s here now, mind you – but I could certainly go for more vertical and horizontal playspace. The second monitor is great for IM conversations, extra windows I need open but can’t pay attention to, etc. Decisions, decisions!

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I’m not sure if I can say exactly how it happened, but it did happen yesterday – a chance to speak with Michael Dell, face to face, for about fifteen minutes. No PR flacks, no marketing messages, no imposed limits. I made a bold move by bringing up the subject of “Dell Hell,” and he responded in a very kind manner with a satisfactory answer. I have a great deal of respect for this man (on countless levels, for countless reasons), and that feeling was only strengthened by conversing with him one-on-one. I probably sounded like a babbling idiot (what’s new?), but the entire experience was surreal. Dell is a big, big company – and you’d be crazy to belive that it had a monopoly on hiccups. Dunno if I’ll ever have the chance to shake his hand again, but at least I can say I did it once.

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I’m not sure if I can say exactly how it happened, but it did happen yesterday – a chance to speak with Michael Dell, face to face, for about fifteen minutes. No PR flacks, no marketing messages, no imposed limits. I made a bold move by bringing up the subject of “Dell Hell,” and he responded in a very kind manner with a satisfactory answer. I have a great deal of respect for this man (on countless levels, for countless reasons), and that feeling was only strengthened by conversing with him one-on-one. I probably sounded like a babbling idiot (what’s new?), but the entire experience was surreal. Dell is a big, big company – and you’d be crazy to belive that it had a monopoly on hiccups. Dunno if I’ll ever have the chance to shake his hand again, but at least I can say I did it once.

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With the recent battery recall from both Dell and Apple a large percentage of laptop batteries may be at risk. While you certainly have the option of getting a replacement battery from the original manufacturer, it might also be worthwhile to consider some alternatives. One useful option is to find a compatible battery with a longer life than the original battery. Here Chris talks with battery expert Larry O’Connor of Newer Technology about the Apple recall, how to pick a battery and a number of tips for getting more life out of your battery while you travel.

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With the recent battery recall from both Dell and Apple a large percentage of laptop batteries may be at risk. While you certainly have the option of getting a replacement battery from the original manufacturer, it might also be worthwhile to consider some alternatives. One useful option is to find a compatible battery with a longer life than the original battery. Here Chris talks with battery expert Larry O’Connor of Newer Technology about the Apple recall, how to pick a battery and a number of tips for getting more life out of your battery while you travel.

]]> http://chris.pirillo.com/larry-oconnor-on-battery-recalls-and-replacement/feed/ 7 23:31 With the recent battery recall from both Dell and Apple a large percentage of laptop batteries may be at risk. While you certainly have the ... With the recent battery recall from both Dell and Apple a large percentage of laptop batteries may be at risk. While you certainly have the option of getting a replacement battery from the original manufacturer, it might also be worthwhile to consider some alternatives. One useful option is to find a compatible battery with a longer life than the original battery. Here Chris talks with battery expert Larry O'Connor of Newer Technology about the Apple recall, how to pick a battery and a number of tips for getting more life out of your battery while you travel. Media,Blog chris@pirillo.com no No Mark Vena of Alienware on the PC Landscapehttp://chris.pirillo.com/mark-vena-of-alienware-on-the-pc-landscape/ http://chris.pirillo.com/mark-vena-of-alienware-on-the-pc-landscape/#comments Fri, 25 Aug 2006 08:41:55 +0000 http://chris.pirillo.com/2006/08/25/mark-vena-of-alienware-on-the-pc-landscape/ Mark Vena of Alienware on the PC Landscape is a post from Chris Pirillo

Alienware is arguably the sexiest computer manufacturer in the greater OEM space. With their recent acquisition by Dell, it remains to be seen whether they retain their edge, but so far the new machines continue to instill excitement. Mark Vena, VP of Marketing for Alienware, talks with Chris about the computer industry, the Dell acquisition, how Windows Vista is or isn’t changing the PC landscape and what (if anything) mergers like the recently annouced AMD/ATI combination mean for consumers.

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Alienware is arguably the sexiest computer manufacturer in the greater OEM space. With their recent acquisition by Dell, it remains to be seen whether they retain their edge, but so far the new machines continue to instill excitement. Mark Vena, VP of Marketing for Alienware, talks with Chris about the computer industry, the Dell acquisition, how Windows Vista is or isn’t changing the PC landscape and what (if anything) mergers like the recently annouced AMD/ATI combination mean for consumers.

]]> http://chris.pirillo.com/mark-vena-of-alienware-on-the-pc-landscape/feed/ 3 30:43 Alienware is arguably the sexiest computer manufacturer in the greater OEM space. With their recent acquisition by Dell, it remains to be seen whether they ... Alienware is arguably the sexiest computer manufacturer in the greater OEM space. With their recent acquisition by Dell, it remains to be seen whether they retain their edge, but so far the new machines continue to instill excitement. Mark Vena, VP of Marketing for Alienware, talks with Chris about the computer industry, the Dell acquisition, how Windows Vista is or isn't changing the PC landscape and what (if anything) mergers like the recently annouced AMD/ATI combination mean for consumers. Media,Blog chris@pirillo.com no No The PC De-Crapifierhttp://chris.pirillo.com/the-pc-de-crapifier/ http://chris.pirillo.com/the-pc-de-crapifier/#comments Wed, 26 Jul 2006 23:13:38 +0000 Chris http://chris.pirillo.com/2006/07/26/the-pc-de-crapifier/ The PC De-Crapifier is a post from Chris Pirillo

Long overdue: an OEM’s worst nightmare. Jeff Jarvis oughta love it, but I doubt Dell will. Nothing illegal here:

The PC De-Crapifier is designed to remove a specific list unwanted software in an unattended fashion. Before running, the user may select exactly what software should be removed. Currently, it is targeted for use on most Dell machines; however it will theoretically run on anything that has the software listed below…

Hey Dell – if you really *ARE* listening, and you really *DO* believe in your own marketing hype, why don’t you put some truth behind the new “Designed For You” campaign? Ya know, offer a HUGE CHECKBOX next to the “Install software that doesn’t ship natively with Microsoft Windows” option and have it unchecked by default. First, you have to make that option available. Second, you could call it… “Really, Truly Designed For You.” Welcome to the blogosphere!

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Long overdue: an OEM’s worst nightmare. Jeff Jarvis oughta love it, but I doubt Dell will. Nothing illegal here:

The PC De-Crapifier is designed to remove a specific list unwanted software in an unattended fashion. Before running, the user may select exactly what software should be removed. Currently, it is targeted for use on most Dell machines; however it will theoretically run on anything that has the software listed below…

Hey Dell – if you really *ARE* listening, and you really *DO* believe in your own marketing hype, why don’t you put some truth behind the new “Designed For You” campaign? Ya know, offer a HUGE CHECKBOX next to the “Install software that doesn’t ship natively with Microsoft Windows” option and have it unchecked by default. First, you have to make that option available. Second, you could call it… “Really, Truly Designed For You.” Welcome to the blogosphere!

]]> http://chris.pirillo.com/the-pc-de-crapifier/feed/ 15 Dell Lieshttp://chris.pirillo.com/dell-lies/ http://chris.pirillo.com/dell-lies/#comments Thu, 18 May 2006 18:37:18 +0000 Chris http://chris.pirillo.com/2006/05/18/dell-lies/ Dell Lies is a post from Chris Pirillo

I typically don’t pay attention to emails from Dell, but a friend just so happened to email me about getting a new computer system right around the same time the Dell message popped into my inbox (with permission, of course). The email has a link that reads: “22% off ANY Dell Dimension Desktop.” Fair enough. I click the link, only to see a Web page that reads: “It’s Dell’s 22nd Anniversary! To celebrate, we’re giving you special anniversary savings: 22% off Select Dell Dimension Desktops! Simply ‘customize & price’ and purchase a new Dimension Desktop to receive INSTANT savings!”

In Dell’s messed up world, “select” is the same as “any.” Give me a break. Lies!

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I typically don’t pay attention to emails from Dell, but a friend just so happened to email me about getting a new computer system right around the same time the Dell message popped into my inbox (with permission, of course). The email has a link that reads: “22% off ANY Dell Dimension Desktop.” Fair enough. I click the link, only to see a Web page that reads: “It’s Dell’s 22nd Anniversary! To celebrate, we’re giving you special anniversary savings: 22% off Select Dell Dimension Desktops! Simply ‘customize & price’ and purchase a new Dimension Desktop to receive INSTANT savings!”

In Dell’s messed up world, “select” is the same as “any.” Give me a break. Lies!

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