Apple.com will officially open the pre-order of the iPad in the USA today (1330 GMT).

With BundleBox, you can be among the first owners an iPad in the UK, Europe and Hong Kong, receiving it within 3 days of the highly anticipated 3rd April US launch.

That means you can get your hands on the iPad around a month before the UK, Europe and Hong Kong will have it for sale.

HOW CAN I GET IT?

There are two ways to get your hands on the iPad in advance:

1. US CREDIT CARD

If you own a US credit card simply pre-order your iPad on the Apple website from March 12th and have it delivered to your USA BundleBox address following the 3rd April launch.

2. BUNDLEBOX BUY FOR ME SERVICE

No US Credit Card? no problem! Our Buy For Me service lets you register and pay for your iPad in advance by filling in a simple form. BundleBox will buy the iPad on your behalf and deliver to your USA BundleBox address following the 3rd April launch.

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?

The 16GB WiFi version will cost £465.20. This includes all shipping costs and VAT, a saving of over £30 on the rumoured UK launch price!

Happy Bundling,

The Bundle Box Team.

<<Sorry but we momentarily stopped taking new orders for the pre-orders. We have momentarily exhausted our iPad pre-order capacity. If you would like to pre-order an iPad through us, please send an email to iPad@BundleBox.com and we will notify you once we can take more orders. We are working hard and hope that this will be soon. The Bundleers who already placed an order can be assured that their orders are processed if not done so already>>

Here it is people !

It’s official, BundleTech are now the proud holders of, what we understand to be, the first legally binding tariff ruling (BTI) confirming the EU classification of the Apple iPad. What’s more, we’ve successfully secured the more favorable code, and are delighted to announce that the iPad may therefore be imported duty free into the EU (don’t forget, Import VAT is due at the standard rate applicable in the country of import - sadly there’s nothing we can do to influence that !).

Legally binding tariff ruling on iPad

With all the deliberation and sleepless nights, it’s been a challenging few weeks, however we are very pleased with the outcome, and our thanks go out to the Customs Tariff Classification team in Southend for processing our ruling application with such expedience.

Indeed, Friday 12th March marks the first day that the WiFi version of Apple’s “magical and revolutionary product” is available to pre-order from their on-line store in readiness for the 3rd April launch, so it’s particularly pleasing to have beaten the clock and have everything in place. Our categories database has been updated with the iPad tax rates – we’re ready….bring it on !

More exciting information will follow shortly, so stay tuned.

Happy Bundling

Sean

Have you ever found something amazing to buy on a USA website and hot-surfed it to the site checkout to discover that you could not purchase it.

Up to 25% of USA websites do not ship outside of the USA or you cannot buy without a US credit card. It is true of some fashion, electrical, gadget, home ware sites and more.

At Bundlebox we do not want you to leave that gorgeous must have hand bag sitting forlornly at the checkout- we want to help you bring that chic little number home! Our newly updated Buy For Me service ensures that you can have exactly what you want!

No USA Credit Card? No worries- BundleBox can buy for you!

Previously the service involved emailing us and receiving a breakdown of how much it would cost to buy your item and deliver to your USA BundleBox address. However our updated online form now lets you enter  all of the relevant information including any discount codes and calculate the costs quicker.

As certain USA websites will either include sales tax on items or not. If your purchase is sales tax free, BundleBox will refund the difference to your account immediately following the sale.

We have scouted some of the most popular USA websites who do not ship out of the USA or who require USA credit cards and discovered the below must have items that our no longer out of your reach!

Ralph Lauren Classic-Fit Solid Regent Shirt $79.50

The classic, original style of Ralph Lauren is effortlessly apparent in this classic white Regent Shirt. Perfect for day to evening wear.

Lucky Brand Jeans Ramblin Rose handbag $179 at Macys.com

Lucky Brand’s Ramblin’ Rose bag is the perfect Spring/Summer accessory. Available from Macys.com, this stylish arm candy can be purchased using BundleBox’s Buy For Me service.

Customise your own pair of Converse Coolidge $75

Ever wanted to create your very own style of sneakers- well now you can at Converse. Using the legendary Coolidge design as your template, you can customise your shoes with a choice of colours to make your own unique design complete with your name.

Old Navy Boys Patchwork Shorts $19.50

With summer around the corner these boys shorts from Old Navy are perfect for outdoor escapades and beach trips!

Happy Bundling,

The BundleBox Team.

It has often struck me that men treat watches, rather like cars, as something of a status symbol. I have sat in meetings many a time and watched the guy opposite hoist up a shirtsleeve to reveal a high quality timepiece, making sure to leave it on display just long enough for others around the table to catch an admiring glimpse.

There is no doubt that the watches of today are impressive, particularly when compared with the one and only watch I have ever owned: a Disney themed Timex I received as a Christmas present, circa 1975. Accurate to within about an hour a day and with standard features including a strap that broke on a weekly basis, the picture of ‘Mickey Mouse’ on the dial seemed somehow appropriate.

Technological advances have meant that today even watches at the low end of the market are capable of extraordinary levels of accuracy. So much so that manufacturers are constantly looking for new angles to entice prospective buyers.

If you are looking for something really different, check out the ‘Accurate’ from Mr Jones Watches, available through US watch supplier Watchismo.

The watch face features an hour hand that reads “remember” and a minute hand that reads “you will die”, whilst the reflective dial reminds the wearer exactly who the message is aimed at; an ideal gift for a friend or family member in need of some motivation.

For those looking for something different at the top end of the market, why not check out the Bozeman Watch Company?  The US may not have a great tradition in watch making, but this Montana based outfit certainly produce some high quality timepieces. And the great thing is you can be fairly sure that none of your mates will already have one.

All of which brings us on to the subject of import taxes. In this regard individuals looking to make a purchase from the top end of the market can benefit from the unique method for calculating EU duty that applies only to watches.

Like other products, watches are subject to an ad valorem rate of duty, which is 4.5%. Unlike other products, the rate is subject to minimum and maximum amounts per watch (0.30 Euro and 0.80 Euro respectively).

This effectively means that the duty payable on a single watch, irrespective of value, cannot exceed 0.80 Euro (app. £0.70), as per the below calculation:

1 x Rolex watch @ £5,000 + freight/insurance @ £50

Total value for duty £5,050 x 4.5% = £227.25

As this exceeds the maximum payable per watch, duty defaults to 0.80 Euro. With the minimum duty threshold of 10 Euro, this in turn defaults to nil.  That’s right, zero import duty on your Rolex!

So, even with VAT payable at the standard rate applicable in the country of import, the favourable duty position might just tempt you to get surfing and start looking for your dream timepiece abroad.

Happy bundling

Kevin

We see many fun, stylish, interesting and amusing products being purchased online in the USA by our Bundleers. There is always an interesting talking point to be had or new website to investigate.

Sky Mall online

Enjoying something of a cult following is legendary retailer Sky Mall. We happened upon a Sky Mall catalogue at BundleBox Head Quarters and its contents have been a constant source of amusement. The Sky Mall website is online extension of the catalogue with new products arriving weekly.

From the worlds largest map of the world, the canine genealogy kit, the 40 second electric toothbrush to the digital video and sound recording ‘Spy Pen’- we are already making our lists of what to buy.

Check out our ‘Only in America’ must haves below! Remember with BundleBox you can have these delivered to your home direct from the USA.

Worlds Largest write on World Map $149.95

Practical, educational and HUGE! This is one picture that nobody will miss in your home. The Worlds Largest write on World Map ensures there is no excuses for bad Geography!

Canine Genealogy Kit $59.95

Sadly, the super cute puppy does not come free! The Canine Genealogy Kit is a must have for doggy lovers and another wacky invention from our friends at Sky Mall.

40 Second Electric Toothbrush $99.95

In a rush? Well the 40 Second Electric Toothbrush is a priority. Apparently the worlds fastest toothbrush reducing cleaning time by 68%.

Spy Pen $149.99

Do you fancy yourself as a bit of a James Bond? With Sky Malls Spy Pen you will certainly feel like you are. Equipped with a 4GB of memory this nifty little gadget records video and sound. Perfect for meetings, memos and much more. If your worried about keeping your cover, dont worry as the pen writes aswell.

Happy Bundling

The BundleBox Team.