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      Jim Young on January 9

      PadPivot featured in The Year in Kickstarter: A look back at 2011

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      Claudio Ruiz on November 29

      I'm a little bit anxious about this. I'm one of the backers and I've received no news about the item supposedly shipped. I've written twice and I have no answer. I think I need a response.

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      Jim Young on November 7, 2011

      @Rohan. I checked in and your order has been submitted to warehouse. You should receive confirmation email soon. Thanks again for backing us!

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      Rohan Dutt on October 26, 2011

      Hi again, I wrote to KSPadPivot@gmail.com. Someone called MATT Mckay replied instantly but hasnt followed up for the last week and a bit. Whats happening?

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      Jim Young on October 10, 2011

      @Rohan & M Dwivedi - Please message KSPadPivot@gmail.com for any customer service related issues. It's hard to track and respond through the general dashboard. Thanks!

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      Jim Young on October 10, 2011

      Thanks Rusty!

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      Rusty Gray on October 9, 2011

      You guys are truly an inspiration. I recently filed a patent for one of my ideas. It is weapon related so I chose not to bring it to Kickstarter. My next 2 projects are definitely Kickstarter projects.

      PS I rooted a nook color, to Android 2.3 just to use my Pad Pivot.

      I love that it is in Best Buy, now try for Fry's.

      Congrats

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      Rohan Dutt on October 8, 2011

      Hi Jim.
      I am seriously starting to worry now, its been a month since you said you would look into it agian? Whats happening?

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      M Dwivedi on September 6, 2011

      Hi Jim,

      I am still waiting for my shipment to Australia.... apparently its been sent again on Express USPS on 17 Aug.... just wondering how express is Express its already been 3 weeks....since...and almost a few months since the first shipment went out somewhere in June....

      Any help will be appreciated....

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      Jim Young on September 6, 2011

      I'll look into again Rohan.

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      Rohan Dutt on September 5, 2011

      Hi Jim.
      I am really worried that I wont be able to see my Pad pivot as I sent a message out to you and you havent replied for nearly two weeks. Will I ever get my pad pivot sent to my address?

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      Jim Young on August 22, 2011

      @Robert - My apologies if you saw our update as spam. We always intended to "keep the story going" so you could keep tabs on new projects. We'll find a better way to do this.

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      Robert Willard on August 22, 2011

      Pretty disappointed that backing the PadPivot has become an open invitation to spam us for other endeavors. I ignored the first couple but I see they just keep coming. Great way to reward your supporters.

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      Mike Stahl on August 22, 2011

      Love mine. Great product. I like hearing about your new stuff but it is a little sketchy using the pad pivot updates to tell about new campaigns and products. If you have a mailing list I'd be happy to sign up but others might not dig this method. Thanks.

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      Robert Augustin on August 18, 2011

      Just wanted to say that I've received my 2 units a couple months back, and they are awesome. One was a gift for a friend and they too are loving it. Good job, Jim! Keep it up.

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      Jim Young on August 13, 2011

      @Erika - Please email KSpadpivot@gmail.com

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      Erika Baldiotti on August 10, 2011

      I didn't receive my products yet......what should I do??? Thanks.

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      Richard Clark on August 9, 2011

      Great new project but I'm still waiting for the old one to arrive.

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      Jim Young on August 4, 2011

      @ M Dwivedi - Please email kspadpivot@gmail.com and they can help you. Sorry you haven't received a unit yet.

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      M Dwivedi on August 3, 2011

      Hi Guys,

      I am one of those unlucky ones who did not receive the shipment (order 48896). I got the shipping notification via USPS in late June but is still sitting in " Sort Facility, SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92403.."

      Dwivedi
      Melbourne, Australia

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      Bernie Graham on August 1, 2011

      Guys could use a twee to @macworld. They are asking What's your favorite iPad accessory?

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      Yohan Benizri on August 1, 2011

      Hi there -

      I am from Belgium and I never received any tracking number. I hope my padpivot will come soon.

      Best,
      Yohan

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      T Kap on August 1, 2011

      Works great w/ a PSP and Kindle.

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      Tom Reimer on July 23, 2011

      i fly alot and the pad pivot is perfect for reading when on the plane. Should be a part of all "road warriors'" gear!

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      Jim Young on July 23, 2011

      Sorry to hear a few people still haven't received their units. Continue to bug Matt at:
      kspadpivot@gmail.com We'll get it worked out!

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      Etienne Aube on July 21, 2011

      Hi, from Laplante, New Brunswick, Canada. Still waiting for mine too. Last tracking info from San Bernardino California on June 29th.

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      Matthias Kraus on July 20, 2011

      Hi, I'm in Germany and still waiting. The USPS tracking site has the last info on June 24th, saying that it was "Processed through Sort Facility".
      I wrote to German Mail but have not received any answer, yet.
      Do you have any ideas? I'm getting nervous.... :-)

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      Bernie Graham on July 19, 2011

      @aleksandr please email support at KSPadPivot@gmail.com

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      Aleksandr Polezhaev on July 18, 2011

      I have received number for tracing on June, 24th, but while parcel still in the USA.

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      Jim Young on July 17, 2011

      If you're an overseas backer and have not received your unit you can use your US Postal Service (USPS) tracking number to locate your package. You need to contact your local carrier by phone and usually they can get your status.

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      Lynn E-S on July 16, 2011

      Received them last week. Hubby & I love them! Thanks Jim and Bernie!

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      Mind Venture Pictures on July 14, 2011

      Hey Jim, a late congratulations on such a successful campaign! I myself pledged and have been using my pad pivot for the last month. Have not been disappointed in the least. I've just started my own campaign and was wondering if you have any words of wisdom to pass along?
      http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1007191542/key-finishing-funds-to-complete-this-mind-blowing

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      Kyle on July 14, 2011

      Still waiting on mine... This is taking too long! Im sick of reading all the posts of people saying how useful it is!

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      Dirk Haun on July 14, 2011

      Had to pick up mine from the customs office. You may want to attach an invoice on the outside(!) in future shipments to avoid this extra hassle. Looks good, just haven't had a chance to really try it out yet.

      https://plus.google.com/110994446248296368494/posts/2iVHWr6aztM

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      Michael Ames on July 14, 2011

      Bad timing :) My PadPivot just arrived (Germany)

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      Steve Davis on July 14, 2011

      Warning for UK backers, still waiting for mine but got a customs note with a charge of £4.33 + £8 handling fee - £12.33! Not happy.

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      Michael Ames on July 14, 2011

      I am waiting too. Will I see any further update on the tracking system?

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      appfreak on July 14, 2011

      I'm still waiting for mine to arrive to London UK. Has any other UK-based backer managed to use the tracking system?

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      nicole c. on July 13, 2011

      loving my padpivot... take it with me wherever i take my ipad! thank you!!!

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      Joao Calistro on July 13, 2011

      I received mine PadPivot a couple days ago here in Brazil, great design, works like a charm. Thank's guys.

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      Bernie Graham on July 12, 2011

      @obin the edge should rest on your lap and the force is always down so if the grip plate is stuck to the center it can't unscrew. It will naturaly want to stay screwed in. There is a slight hold when the shaft is fully screwed in the ball. It seems you have quite the HATE on so I'll give you a quick fix. Add a bit of electrical or Teflon tape on the thread of the shaft if you want more friction.

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      Nick O on July 12, 2011

      Just received my two padpivots in Ottawa - I think it is a wonderful design - thank you so much for all your efforts to make this a reality. Its versatility for positioning the ipad is great and its stability is remarkable.

      Thank you again!

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      Obin Olson on July 12, 2011

      obinolsen@gmail.com

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      Obin Olson on July 12, 2011

      Love this thing but HATE HATE HATE the way it unscrews while on your leg if you bump it!!

      PLEASE tell me a fix is in the works!!

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      Jonathan M on July 12, 2011

      just got mine in Montreal. great product!

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      Kevin Lee on July 11, 2011

      Also received mine today and in Tooroto Canada. Already using it as I type this message out. Great product.

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      Denis DuBois on July 11, 2011

      Hello from North Bay Canada, I got my PadPivot delivered this afternoon. played it for half hour on my iPad. I can't believe how comfortable it is. what a great invention / design. I love it. Great job Jim and Bernie!
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      Raminder on July 10, 2011

      Jim, I m sorry. I just checked properly and I recieved two piecies.

      Thanks,
      Raminder

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      Brian Simmons on July 8, 2011

      Hey all, I am in Canada and I just received my PadPivot this afternoon. It was definitely worth the wait. The quality of the product is incredible and it works magnificently. Great work guys!

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      Jim Young on July 8, 2011

      @Bang Ly - Yes, Canada units are out, yours is estimated to arrive between 7/6-7/12
      @Raminder - Our records indicate you ordered 2. email support at KSPadPivot@gmail.com

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