For some unknown reason a computer company in Canada thought it would be a slick idea to create a Barbie branded computer system. Well, they just filed for bankruptcy so now they know better...
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screwing people over for the holidays
I thought it was interesting that they basically screwed over a number of people who bought computers from them. I'm a little curious about how this happened, since I was under the impression that they can't charge credit cards until the product is shipped... Also, isn't there some law about holding customer money in escrow if it looks like you might go out of business?
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Re: screwing people over for the holidays
The law is actually very clear on credit card charges. There is a common misconception out there that a reseller can not legally charge a card until the product is shipped. The law, however, states that the reseller can charge the card immediately and only has to refund the charge if they are unable to ship the product within 30 days of the order. So, technically, the reseller can have the money for 30 days before giving it back.
It is illegal, however, to knowingly take money when you know your company is insolvent or on the verge of declaring bankruptcy.
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Screwing people over, period.
This company went under because they had a habit of bending EVERYONE over. They sent out unsolicited junk mail as often as AOL Canada, claiming great deals on computers, without mentioning the brands of the garbage components inside. I have seen enough Patriot machines to know the case is actually a shell of hardened white dog poo, concealing some browner dog poo inside.
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Barbie Computer
I have a 4 year old daughter that knows more about computers than a lot of programmers and other professionals. I thought the Barbie computer was a good idea. That is for kids who like Barbie and are able to use a computer. Of course a grown man like you isn't going to want a Barbie computer so don't buy one.
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Re: Barbie Computer
Did the Barbie computer ever come out? I remember reading about it, but now can't find one anywhere for my 5 year old. All I'm finding is the laptop whci is really just a toy and not a real computer.
Any help is much appreciated.
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Re: Barbie Computer
Well,as I understand it,anyone can be a barbie fan. He is very right about them screwing ppl over,it has nothing to do with whether he is a man or not or whether your 4yr old knows more about computers than most adults (which is just a load of crap anyway). It's about a company,who went under and took some consumers under with them.
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