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I think my baby must have a wonky widget

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McPhee · 16/09/2012 17:26

because it never ruddy sleeps!! I've had possession of this tiny human for 11 weeks now. I thought maybe it was jetlagged, or had settling in issues. You know, like when you get a new freezer?

But...mine keeps running on maximum speed, but the battery doesn't seem to discharge at a 'normal' rate? Some bugger installed a dynamo in mine Hmm

Seriously. Is mine faulty?? Can I disconnect the Dynamo?

Does yours sleep, and if so how many hours during the day

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FrankWippery · 18/09/2012 18:17

Yes, I think I may have problems letting go of the 2009 one. It is the only model of mine that rarely answers back and goes to bed before me. Also, and most importantly, it is the only model that can't reach either the chocolate supplies or my vodka.

BoffinMum · 18/09/2012 18:10

I might be tempted to make you an offer on the 2009 model if it's surplus to requirements, but I am not keen on letting my own 2009 model go as I think it's actually a bit of a collector's item, this one. Even though we didn't keep the original packaging.

FrankWippery · 18/09/2012 17:56

Ah, I only have 93, 94, and 09 pink models. I have a 96 blue one though, but you're outblued anyway.

BoffinMum · 18/09/2012 17:51

I'd like a 2001 model in pink with detachable mouth and all terrain wheels, please.

KatAndKit · 18/09/2012 17:50

I ordered mine on express delivery but was not impressed by the speed of the delivery service at all. It was definitely not "express" that is for certain!

TunaPastaBake · 18/09/2012 16:35

Amazing how models two years apart although from the same manufacturers vary so much. Same manual but totally different operating systems.

FrankWippery · 18/09/2012 16:28

Boffin - yes, this could be something that works. Is there any particular model you're after?

Maryz · 18/09/2012 16:01

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Jdub · 18/09/2012 15:55

I have also found the specified delivery time a little suspect...V2 2006 was dispatched 6 weeks early - good job I was at home to sign for it.

BoffinMum · 18/09/2012 15:49

I am up for a swap, if you like.

FrankWippery · 18/09/2012 15:47

Yeah, I know what you mean Boffin, I got three pink and one blue. Bad packing skills I feel.

BoffinMum · 18/09/2012 15:42

The thing I really hate is when you order then from the manufacturer, they often come in the wrong colour, and you are not allowed to swap them for what you originally asked for. For example, I thought matching pairs of pink ones and blue ones would look very nice in my house and optimise the use of the accessories and add ons I have ordered over the years. However the manufacturer sent me three blue ones and a pink one. I mean, what use is that?

FrankWippery · 18/09/2012 15:33

The VFem18.10 has now left home and is relatively self sufficient, though it has taken many tears and tantrums to get to this stage. I'm thinking that it may well malfunction when it comes to laundry and money management after a few weeks at the Drinking Establishment we know as University.

The VFem17.11 model has been particularly hard going at times, did have a splendid sleep app which helped, however it also appeared to come with the foul mooded teenager app which I did NOT order, but on the upside it came with the advanced brain app, so that was quite helpful.

I have a male version of the V15 model, this is being upgraded to the V16 on Saturday, so I am assuming there's a chance that the grunt app will disappear when I reboot?

Finally, the VFem3.6 model appears to have come with every annoying app ever invented. I was hoping for a perfected version of the older models, but instead I got all the baddest apps going. She has a cracking cuddle app though, so I suppose I can accept that.

McPhee · 18/09/2012 15:13

Cupcakes your model will come with a leaky big end. They tend to backfire quite a bit at first, so be prepared for a lot of maintanence. This does improve with time.

I just hope the co-user hasn't engineered a dynamo in to the model. Mine seems to have had that installed upon creation.

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PetWoman · 18/09/2012 14:16

I've got a v1 0.5 model. It was a great relief when, after 6 weeks of ownership, I was able to uninstall the alarm function which sounded automatically when it was placed in its recharging cradle.

I've got it plugged into a refuelling port at the moment. It's just interrupted refuelling to enter smile mode, so I think I'll hang on to this model.

2muchtimeonmyhands · 18/09/2012 14:09

I tried to recycle mine 2 yr ago only to end up with a fine slapped on my recycling bin as I hadn't cleaned it first. Bloody council...

EldritchCleavage · 18/09/2012 13:54

V2 has been leaking green fluid all over the place and we are worried about damage to the auditory receptors. May need the recall centre today ourselves, which will not be fun what with the on-going speed malfunction and the constant high-pitched whine from v1. Still, I'm at work so it's my co-user who will have to find a way around that one.

LetThereBeCupcakes · 18/09/2012 13:19

Myboots ? a friend of mine also got hers on BOGOF. She was a bit miffed as she wasn?t told this until 12 weeks into the manufacturing period so she was a bit shocked. She has recently upgraded to V1.0 and says that the WINE and CHOCOLATE Apps are very helpful (for her, I think - not them).

I have mine on back order, the expected wait time is about 9 months and I?m half way through now. However, I?ve been told I?ll be getting V0.0 ? does this mean it?s just a trial version? Can anybody tell me what functionality I will be missing? Can I still download upgrades?

BoffinMum · 18/09/2012 13:05

I would recommend a vintage model. One of mine was manufactured in 1987 and now is self-financing, requiring little input generally, and has an immaculate case. Either they don't make them like they used to, or these items improve with age.

McPhee · 18/09/2012 11:44

The v1 2012 version in my possession had a total breakdown in the re-call centre. Sadly there were no other models to take the attention away, only some very old users Blush.

As I thought, no manual maintenance can be done. But the wiring will reconnect in time. This model needs to be installed in it's recharge cradle at an angle, to prevent internal congestion.

My user has offered outside support if needed.

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LatersBaby · 18/09/2012 11:41

I have the 2006 and 2011 models, both of the male variety, the 2006 model is great, the 2011 model is a....well, a bit of a nightmare at the moment! it has a cold, getting teeth and seems to have developed a "velcro" attachment - help! what do I need to do?

i think he seems to be going backwards, showing colic-like symptoms - wtf, hes 1!!!

upgrade needed urgently.

TheWombat · 18/09/2012 10:53

Interesting to see so many glitches happening.
My husband came with a 1999 and 2004 model. I understand sharing models with other end-users can result in rather serious malfunctions. So far I've been able to log in and log out every other weekend without serious breakdowns or password failures of the 'you're not my real end-user' variety.

I notice that the 1999 model is beginning to want to borrow my clothes though. Not easy because im reluctant to allow a 13 year old version to appear older than it really is.

Jdub · 18/09/2012 10:48

I see it as a major design fault that the 'Apple Z' un-do function has been omitted, but have to agree that, when V1 2006 and V2 2009 are fully synched on 'Play nicely together' mode, life is greatly enhanced by these modern and uniquely constructed devices!

BoffinMum · 18/09/2012 10:42

I keep trying to buy upgrades and with the fourth model, I think I might have got a more robust version, as it will obey commands, and there is less leakage generally.

Models 2 and 3 are in bed today as they had to power down due to a virus.

Pistaposto · 18/09/2012 10:28

Oh and good luck at the recall centre McPhee - hope they get it sorted Smile

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