Is a Dell technician going to discover I've opened the computer before? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 5, 2009 - 13 answers

Have any of you sent off a pair of ray bans to be fixed via warranty w/ out receipt? [more inside]
posted by dunderwood on Sep 28, 2009 - 4 answers

I'm thinking about buying the Sonim XP3. Does anyone here own one or know someone that does? Asking primarily because I'll have to order it online; the only store carrying it is on back order and I can't futz with it before buying. [more inside]
posted by Unicorn on the cob on Sep 17, 2009 - 0 answers

Wireless provider says my phone has water damage--it never touched water/liquid. What to do next? [more inside]
posted by moojoose on Aug 13, 2009 - 9 answers

Help me figure out why my new Ipod Touch seems to be playing podcasts at faster than normal speed and to fix the problem. [more inside]
posted by Xurando on Jun 26, 2009 - 2 answers

Getting PRK done next month, which comes with a one year warranty for free "touch ups". For an additional $400 I can get a 10-year warranty, but does PRK regress passed the first year? [more inside]
posted by JeremiahBritt on Jun 19, 2009 - 6 answers

How can I get Geek Squad/Best Buy to replace my laptop? [more inside]
posted by emilyd22222 on Jun 2, 2009 - 18 answers

We bought a brand new car a couple of weeks ago but the windscreen is scratched. We're pretty sure that the dealer did this but we don't really have any proof. What are our options? [more inside]
posted by Effigy2000 on Apr 28, 2009 - 6 answers

I need a source for NY state law (not NYC) pertaining to the sale of used cars. [more inside]
posted by cedar on Apr 28, 2009 - 4 answers

Warranty filter: My HP laptop is covered under an extended warranty for a host of known problems with wireless cards, power issues, etc. Now my laptop is having problems with these issues and HP has authorized me to send it in for free repair. The original a/c adapter was broken and replaced with a generic one. Instructions for returning the laptop say to include the a/c adapter if having problems with the computer starting with battery only (I am). My question: Will returning it with a generic a/c adapter instead of the original one void my warranty and lead to HP not making this free repair? Would it better just to ignore the instructions and NOT include the adapter and hope they will fix it anyway?? Thanks for any light you can shed!!
posted by SweetTeaAndABiscuit on Jan 26, 2009 - 6 answers

My 2006 Audi A4 is having ignition coil problems. And the dealer is saying because it's water damage related, it's not covered under warranty. I have NOT had the engine cleaned. I have NOT driven into a lake and I live in California where rain is minimal. Help me to not be screwed. [more inside]
posted by rileyray3000 on Dec 26, 2008 - 11 answers

Can I temporarily swap out the controller board on my seagate hard drive without voiding the warranty? [more inside]
posted by grandsham on Oct 23, 2008 - 5 answers

Has anyone had Nikon gear that you bought used serviced under warranty? Is this possible, or is Nikon's extended warranty non-transferable? [more inside]
posted by Venadium on Sep 1, 2008 - 1 answer

Hard Drive Crashed after a week... should I risk a return under warranty if it contains personal info? [more inside]
posted by Auden on Aug 25, 2008 - 16 answers

My out-of-warranty Samsung DLP has been plagued with issues for the last 6 weeks. Routine issues, or do I have recourse? [more inside]
posted by neilkod on Aug 23, 2008 - 2 answers

iPhone still under warranty... screens acting crazy... what should I do? [more inside]
posted by ZackTM on Jul 16, 2008 - 8 answers

iPhone is freezing constantly. How do I send it back to Apple? [more inside]
posted by aeighty on Jul 4, 2008 - 8 answers

Does Square Trade honor their warranties? [more inside]
posted by flotson on Jun 17, 2008 - 2 answers

Logic board died on my friend's two-year-old MacBook (one year out of warranty). Should she pay for repair ($700 + labor), or sell the carcass for parts and buy, say, a used iBook? [more inside]
posted by sparrows on May 28, 2008 - 13 answers

During the warranty period, we took are car in twice for what I assumed was a transmission problem. Both times they told us it we were crazy. Now I think the problem has rendered the car undriveable, but the warranty is expired. Are we screwed? [more inside]
posted by JeremiahBritt on Apr 10, 2008 - 6 answers

Ooops. Really should have checked the service history before I bought the car... [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Apr 7, 2008 - 10 answers

Scam-Filter: Do appliance installers commonly try to avoid attaching water lines? [more inside]
posted by madmethods on Apr 3, 2008 - 17 answers

I bought a high end Dell laptop for my business. When I purchased, I bought the 3 year OMG "complete care" warranty. Two days ago, the system bluescreened with a "memory parity 500 error". System won't reboot. In the last couple of days, I've spent over 6 hours on the phone with tech support, none of whom are native English speakers, to be told that my options are to either wait 3-6 weeks for a replacement system, or to accept a significant downgrade in components to have a tech come out and repair the system. Am I just screwed if I need to get my system up asap? [more inside]
posted by dejah420 on Apr 2, 2008 - 15 answers

A few lights blink, but no-one's a home. No bios, no whirring, no help from the retailer (PC World UK, and no I didn't go there, this question is for a friend)... [more inside]
posted by criticalbill on Mar 19, 2008 - 3 answers

An auto dialer seems to be calling my cell phone frequently about my vehicle running out of warranty. How do I stop it? [more inside]
posted by special-k on Jan 19, 2008 - 15 answers

Averatec is holding my laptop hostage for the last three months, what should I do? [more inside]
posted by any major dude on Dec 20, 2007 - 9 answers

Spilled milk in my MacBook's keyboard, and the technician at Apple suggested I bend the rules to get it fixed or replaced. What does my warranty cover, anyway? [more inside]
posted by gazole on Dec 7, 2007 - 17 answers

To preserve car warranty how do I handle maintenance? [more inside]
posted by covert7 on Nov 15, 2007 - 6 answers

Ack! My DVD receiver slammed against the cabinet. Now when I play Cd's (I Know) -or DVD's, My receiver screeches, Loudly. [more inside]
posted by Student of Man on Nov 12, 2007 - 1 answer

Is extending my Dell Inspiron 6000 laptops warranty for three years worth $160 or would that make me a sucker? [more inside]
posted by TheSlate on Nov 2, 2007 - 18 answers

If I buy an Apple laptop in the US, will my warranty still be valid in Canada? [more inside]
posted by smitt on Oct 18, 2007 - 7 answers

Car warranty rights? [more inside]
posted by damn dirty ape on Sep 30, 2007 - 7 answers

Are there are good Iphone insurance policies or discreet cases that would protect from drops? [more inside]
posted by austinlee on Sep 10, 2007 - 16 answers

So I just got the newest iMac today (the one that was announced last week). After 4 hours or so of use the fan has kicked on in a most noisy way and it won't shut down. Restarting does nothing. Take time to let it cool. Restart. Just more fan. So...anyone got a "here-n-now" fix or do I take it back to the store in the morning?
posted by sourwookie on Aug 15, 2007 - 15 answers

Is California Small Claims Court an appropriate venue to force a computer manufacturer to honor a refund? [more inside]
posted by Vaska on Aug 13, 2007 - 7 answers

I need to buy a good custom-built PC [more inside]
posted by unreason on Jul 26, 2007 - 14 answers

I'm about to buy an Xbox 360. Where can I get a good supplementary replacement or service plan? [more inside]
posted by Xere on Apr 22, 2007 - 6 answers

does apple's 1-year warranty cover damage caused by static electricity? [more inside]
posted by thinkingwoman on Mar 18, 2007 - 6 answers

Are there commercial diesel engines being manufactured and sold that will not lose their warranty if run on biodiesel? [more inside]
posted by ykjay on Feb 23, 2007 - 4 answers

My HP laptop (DV8000) crapped out on me with just over one month left on the 1 year manufacturer warranty. They've had the computer for almost a month now and are giving me the run around, even trying to sell me a brand new computer. What can I do? [more inside]
posted by my homunculus is drowning on Feb 12, 2007 - 8 answers

Why are the "Disclaimer of Warranty" and "Limitation of Liability" sections in terms of services presented in all caps? [more inside]
posted by rhapsodie on Jan 30, 2007 - 6 answers

Do car repairs done at a non-authorized facility void the warranty? [more inside]
posted by Wet Spot on Jan 22, 2007 - 12 answers

My Creative MP3 players stopped working right after 1 year, warranty expired, credit card did not want to do anything for me, no real help from manufacturer... it really sucks that I paid $100 each (I got 2) and was only able to use them for a year. What are my options now? or I just have to eat the cost? [more inside]
posted by dy on Jan 22, 2007 - 15 answers

Does anyone have an opinion on home warranties? [more inside]
posted by zzztimbo on Dec 17, 2006 - 12 answers

Warranty of electronic items in the European Union (or "me vs. HP"): [more inside]
posted by kchristidis on Dec 12, 2006 - 11 answers

Buying a laptop in the USA but giving to someone in the UK - anybody know about international warranties? [more inside]
posted by Mave_80 on Dec 11, 2006 - 5 answers

One of my G4 iBook's hinges has a crack and it's spreading. Should I be worried? Is there likely to be any hassle getting it fixed under warranty? [more inside]
posted by mce on Dec 11, 2006 - 3 answers

Ned Flanders was right. Insurance is a form of gambling. Please help me win the bet with my home warranty. [more inside]
posted by Otis on Sep 14, 2006 - 6 answers

Laptop screen blackout issues: [more inside]
posted by TheGoldenOne on Aug 19, 2006 - 6 answers

Guarantee question. Bought a load of stuff from Mothercare in the UK. Arranged to have it delivered to home. Some of the stuff was not in stock, so it took them nearly 2 months to deliver it all. Now this is not a problem, baby's not due for another couple of weeks, my problem is they are stating that the guarantee for each of the items starts on the day of purchase and not on the actual day we took delivery from them. So in effect we've been stiffed of 2 months guarantee. Is this right?
posted by lloyder on May 15, 2006 - 9 answers