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NOW CLOSED Dyson testers needed to put the new Dyson Digital Slim through its paces – (DC44 RRP £280) - only the rushed off their feet this Christmas need apply…

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AnnMumsnet · 18/12/2012 13:24

We've been asked by Dyson to find 15 MNers who are willing and able to try out the new Dyson Digital Slim - DC44.

Dyson say "The Dyson Digital Slim(tm) is one of Dyson's newest inventions and is a lightweight cordless vacuum cleaner, engineered for nimble, high performance spot cleaning. From cobwebs in corners to quick skirting boards and stairs, it is balanced for floor to ceiling cordless cleaning.

Dyson's DC44 is also perfect for quick clean ups - so you'll be ready for any surprise visitors this festive period"

More info here

We're looking for MNers to try this who:
~ are around between now and Christmas eve to receive the product (and ideally have a house-full of guests)
~ are at home over Christmas break to try it out (it's ideal for whizzing round under the tree)
~ willing to add feedback - at least twice - to a thread on Mumsnet over the festive season - we'll be looking for you to add your responses to some questions and also to add further thoughts
~ willing to add a review here

~ are in the UK

Dyson would also like to set MNers some challenges with their DC44 - these will be sent to the selected testers and you'll be asked to add your feedback on how you got on with the challenges.

We're also looking for the testers to send in some video footage of the DC44 being used around the home - and completing the challenges. If you're happy to make a film for Dyson please tick the box on the application form. If you're selected you'll be asked to film yourself, your children and any pets in your home using the DC44. This shouldn't be too onerous. You'll then need to send in your footage to MN. Please note the videos will then be edited into a montage and will feature on dyson.co.uk as well as on the Dyson YouTube channel and possibly elsewhere (eg Facebook, MN) - your name will not be used. You will be sent notes on filming.

If you'd like to take part please add your details here

Please note : if selected products will be sent out this week for delivery before Christmas - please only apply if you are around then for delivery and can also feedback. And for those not successful on becoming a tester, you will be emailed by MN details of a special Christmas treat from Dyson.

If you add feedback as required you will be able to keep the product.

Thanks MNHQ

PS if you don't get selected or aren't able to apply for this test, please keep an eye out for the feedback thread where you could win a Dyson product of your choice.

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craftynclothy · 21/12/2012 13:19

Xmas Blush I have read that post loads of times and only just seen it says you can keep them (I've even read it twice after your last post Xmas BlushXmas Blush). I haven't been on the gin, honest!

baahhumbug · 21/12/2012 14:58

Mine is here too! So exciting! Already tried it and looking forward to setting it up to charge after I finish my work.

Pisces · 21/12/2012 15:11

Mine is here! Xmas Grin

brighthair · 21/12/2012 15:29

I've just tried it on my (horsey) car. Oh it's amazing... I just want to stroke it BlushBlush

noisytoys · 21/12/2012 15:40

Mines still not here I feel forgotten :'(

alemci · 21/12/2012 15:46

did yours come with the royal mail ladies as mine hasn't come yet.

brighthair · 21/12/2012 16:15

Mine was a courier but I didn't notice who

craftynclothy · 21/12/2012 16:19

Mine was City Link

alemci · 21/12/2012 16:53

thanks have had other deliveries but not a Dyson :(

baahhumbug · 21/12/2012 17:42

Mine was CityLink too.

I'm going to try it on my car tomorrow! It badly needs it ...

FrillyMilly · 21/12/2012 18:10

Mine was a courier too. He said merry christmas as he arrived at my doorstep with the dyson in hand. I've been using it already although I need to give the house a good tidy before I do some filming. I'm quite nervous about the filming

peanutMD · 21/12/2012 19:12

Ooh have just received a package from Citylink...

Given that I found the email in my junk box you can imagine this was a slight surprise :o

Themobstersknife · 21/12/2012 22:46

If someone gets camera shy at the last moment, please can I be first reserve?

noisytoys · 22/12/2012 07:52

Still haven't got Hoover any chance l a tracking number please so I can follow its adventure to my house Thankyou GrinGrin

noisytoys · 22/12/2012 08:41

It's here!!!!!!!!!!!! Thankyou so much it's beautiful even the DCs want a turn but they can't yet because I am admiring its newness and lovelyness. Let the challenges commence GrinGrinGrin

DeltaUniformDeltaEcho · 22/12/2012 08:48

I'm going to be in all day so hopefully mine will arrive at some point and I can do some cleaning!

I really need a life!

noisytoys · 22/12/2012 09:49

It's worth the wait I've just screwed the docking station to the wall and now I'm admiring it. Hope yours comes soon Smile

iMe · 22/12/2012 10:45

So any other poor unfortunates like me who didn't get picked....are you going to use the 20% off code to buy one? I am seriously considering it but don't know if I'm crazy. My old panasonic blew up about 2 wks ago and inlaws donated us a huge old heavy awkward thing of theirs, which I appreciate, but it is making my hip problems worse. I've just used it on the living area of the house and now I'm having to lie flat out on the sofa to recover. I had bad spd in both pregnancies and it has not gone away 14 months laterSad. Any of you lucky fishes to get picked have spd/ back problems and can comment?? I got some Christmas money I could use to buy it but don't know if it'd be extravagant...but if it made my life less painful.....oh I don't know....help me decide please!!

SantaFlashesHisBoobsALot · 22/12/2012 11:12

Oh my gosh I am in love. Because of using a walking stick I have always struggled to vacuum, have always found it difficult and painful. I have just vacuumed half of the house with ease for the first time ever. Light weight, easy to steer, a doddle to empty... I am nearly crying with happiness as recently my pain has been so bad I have had to ask other people to vacuum the house for me.

So so chuffed.

alemci · 22/12/2012 11:44

mine still hasn't got here. Should I be worried. someone has been in and no card through door. Royal mail have delivered.

DeltaUniformDeltaEcho · 22/12/2012 14:05

alemci - mine isn't here either. I think I am a bit worried though as BoobsALot and I are in the same city and she already has hers!

I'm putting off the cleaning until it gets here! I'm being forced to sit and watch movies with my boy....gah it's a hard life!

AnnMumsnet · 22/12/2012 14:19

delta and alemci - am sure they're on their way...have emailed Dyson but think my contacts are now on hols...let me know when they arrive.

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alemci · 22/12/2012 15:41

thanks but it is a worry when others already have theirs. I'm in Greater London, Delta - if that helps.

DeltaUniformDeltaEcho · 22/12/2012 16:38

Thanks Ann.

I'm SE alemci. But Boobs is 10 minutes from me and she has hers. I've been in all day too.

I'll try not to worry yet. Just typical really - I was all excited :)

alemci · 22/12/2012 17:01

my worry is that it has gone to the wrong house or they have left it on the doorstep but I think you are probably right Delta. I was excited too and dying for a new toy to test out.