Lenovo has warned public from buying its products via e-commerce websites such as Flipkart, Amazon and Snapdeal, by stating that they are not authorised resellers. It suggested that people should head over to one of the authorised Lenovo exclusive stores around the country or visit its e-commerce website TheDoStore, which it launched last year. Update (Jan 20): Flipkart's response: "We can assure our customers buying Lenovo products on Flipkart.com that they are genuine. Customers will continue to enjoy the warranty and services extended to all original Lenovo products as always." Amazon's response: “We are a marketplace platform that enables Indian merchants to sell products to consumers across India. As a neutral marketplace, we do not determine prices. Sellers are also contractually obligated to list genuine products with manufacturer warranty. This applies to all brands. Furthermore, we also extend 100% customer protection with Amazon’s A-to-Z Guarantee for all products bought on Amazon.in. It guarantees the condition of the item (defective, damaged or does not match the item described) and its timely delivery when customers purchase from sellers on our website.” Earlier (Feb 19): Predatory pricing? Flipkart was selling Lenovo A1000L tablet (the same device Ranbir Kapoor is holding in the warning message) exclusively on its website just last week. Lenovo told BGR that it took such a decision because of the policy of heavy discounting followed by these websites. It is worth noting that Flipkart has priced this tablet at Rs 6,999 and Snapdeal has the device listed for Rs, 5,800 (sold out), while Lenovo's TheDoStore…
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Update: Lenovo And Toshiba Warns Against Buying From E-Commerce Retailers; Warranty Won’t Be Affected
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