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Future Shop
Category: Shopping Electronics Electronics [Edit]
10304 109 Street North WestEdmonton, AB T5J 1M3
(780) 498-5505
- Hours:
Mon-Fri 9:30 am - 9 pm
Sat 10 pm - 9 pm
Sun 11 pm - 6 pm
- Price Range:
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$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Private Lot
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
7 reviews for Future Shop
7 reviews in English
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Review from Adam R.
5/17/2011 1 Check-in Here
I generally find commissioned sales staff to be pesky -- like mosquitos, except instead of sucking your blood, they want to drain your wallet... except when, you know, you actually need help finding something.
My most recent trip to the Eff-Ess, as I like to call it which is why I'm running low on friends, was one where I needed the assistance of a salesperson. I got an armband for my iPod Nano, and this dude hustled to get it found for me, get me all paid up, and get me out of the store. It was a good experience.
Generally, I actually like Future Shop, and the downtown one is very convenient and has a parking lot to boot. Lots of selection -- of gadgets, of DVDs, and even appliances. If you're looking for tech, this is the place to be.
I just hope you don't get harassed by a salesperson... Unless you really need one. -
Review from Aditya R.
8/27/2011 2 Check-ins Here
I've been to this Future shop more than a couple of times. It's very centrally located and that's probably the best part about this store. I've had a few sub-par experiences here but nothing terrible or inexcusable.
Their stock is questionable. This is something I've noticed twice now. I can understand that there are maybe 5 Future Shops sprinkled across Edmonton's map so one could go by the process of elimination and find the store that has what they're looking for. One could also check ahead of time before venturing out to the shop to make sure they have it. Having said that, I remember coming here 2 times during the Christmas holidays (2010) and on both occasions I came for a different kind of iPod dock that. They seemed to be in-stock when I checked online and they weren't on any big sale that they would run out of it in 2 hours or something. They didn't have either of them. On the bright side though, I did come here on Boxing day and got a great deal on a Sony iPod dock that I would have normally considered way over my budget.
The camera section is right in the middle of the store and is decent with a wide variety of cameras including DSLRs and several lenses too. It's not the biggest store but they've done a decent job with their use of space keeping enough space for large items like the TV section. However, some of the other small things like, stereo systems or iPod docks is pushed away in a corner and hard to readily see. It's still a well maintained store and I would come here again before driving all the way to south common or something.Listed in: Yelpathon
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Review from Brittany K.
Edmonton, AB
12/14/2010 1 Check-in Here
I had good luck here picking out Christmas presents for family and friends.
It's a big store with applicants in one corner, computers to the right, plus TVs, video games, cameras, and more. The staff helped me pick out the right armband my iPhone, and then I checked out computers with my roommate. Our salesman was very nice, and explained the different components of the computer we were choosing. They even offered to keep the computer for an extra day to install some software on it before sending it home with us.
Prices are moderate, and things go on sale often, so check back often for deals, too!Listed in: Four-Stars, Chains, Domestica, Techno-freak
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Review from Cherie K.
8/5/2011 3 Check-ins Here
I went into this location because it was on my way while doing errands. I was looking for a laptop for my son that was recently advertised for a good price. The sales staff who helped us was quite aggressive and pushed the "set up" fee ($100) plus of course warranty which ranged from $119-199. So for a $350 computer, it was looking like total cost would be over $650. I was not too impressed. Not sure if I'll be back here.
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Review from Natalie M.
Edmonton, AB
12/27/2009 1 photo
I love the fact that I live like 5 minutes away from a Future Shop. This is the place I come to in order to find my favorite T.V shows in complete seasons at a decent price. Get Smart, not the movie but the old school television came out on DVD and Future Shop is sealing them for $19.99. Not bad, I loved that show when I was a kid. I find that they have a really huge selection for movies and other DVD's. They also have a great staff. I was looking at some cameras, I know nothing about them except the fact that if you push a button it takes a picture; but the guy behind the counter spent some time with me and asked me some questions to help narrow down what I wanted in a good camera. He also helped me find a memory card for the camera that I picked out and explained to me how it worked and how many pictures I can fit on the card.
There was a day, not too long ago, when I desperately needed a new DVD player. It was an emergency; I really wanted to watch Felicity, my favorite TV show (don't you judge me!), and my PS2 stopped working! I jumped into my car and raced down to Future Shop to find me a new DVD player. Now, again, I'm not all that great with technology and the guy who helped me out was great too. I really wanted a DVD player that was easy to use and that also played ripped DVD's; the guy hooked me up with one that was on sale and one that came with a free DVD! Another one to add to my collection!
My sister-in-law recently picked up a nice Blue Ray Player for my brother for Christmas and she was so happy about the price. She picked it up for the price that other stores were selling for on Box Day.
I really needed a laptop for school a while back and the guy who helped me out was pretty informative. I felt good about the computer I picked up and I was happy about the price.
Besides going into the store I also love using their web site to do on-line shopping when it's too cold to go out to start my car or when the store is closed. I still prefer going into the store and walk around; it gets me out of the house. But if you like both the on-line shopping and in store shopping then this is what you can do: you can shop on -line and request to pick up your purchase in the store, I believe you get 10% off of your purchase if you do. -
Review from Robin S.
Edmonton, AB
10/17/2008 1 photo
Future Shop is where, since it's close to home, I trek when in need of a new TV-on-DVD box set to while away the evening hours or distract me while cooking or doing dishes. Their selection is pretty huge (though, mysteriously, stocks no Rocky & Bullwinkle) and I've often found that the prices at the till end up lower than the stickers on the boxes.
What I don't like about Future Shop is that for items like headphones, you're forced to go all out and spend, like, $50. There's no cheap, budget replacement version readily available - it's only top of the line Sony or whatever else on the shelf.
As well, maybe I'm stuck in an archaic mindframe but I was shocked to find that they don't stock blank cassette tapes. How do they expect people to make mix tapes? -
Review from Maria F.
11/26/2009 1 photo
Electronics giant Future Shop has all your needs covered. Whether you are looking for a new TV, car stereo or a vacuum cleaner, you will find it at one of Future Shop's several locations. The inventory varies from store to store, and sometimes you have to visit them all to locate an item you are looking for. I consider Future Shops in downtown and west end to be best stocked locations.
Future Shop frequently issues flyers which notify you of ongoing sales and promotions. There are always good sales on TVs, laptops, printers and digital cameras. You can buy electronics in store or order them from Future Shop website. The delivery is always timely.
I adore Future Shop's selection of music CDs and DVDs. The shelves are stocked with good movies priced beyond cheap. I have recently bought a box set of Charlie Chaplin movies for $60. Not even Amazon had that good a deal! Hardcore gamers will like the abundance of PC, PS3 and X-Box games.
Customer service at Future Shop leaves a lot to be desired, but once you get a hold of customer service representative, he will be happy to assist you.
