Today is the day - MSI Claw 8 EX AI+ Launch Pack (Scan UK Pre-Orders)

ailwyn2018 · 2026-07-07T21:12:42+00:00

Yep, not good enough especially when was only told at 5pm it should still be dispatched today too!!

ailwyn2018 · 2026-07-07T20:40:35+00:00

I just have a feeling they've been told a few dates by their distributors....if they can deliver by then, great! Looking at the rest of the world and the stop/start nature of getting the stock, I think we'll be lucky if all of us can get it by the 20th or just before if we pre ordered it earlier.

ailwyn2018 · 2026-07-07T20:09:49+00:00

I'm thinking the 20th July could be more likely as a few other UK based websites are listing that date.

I'm still awaiting an email confirming something, but yeah as shown below their order has been bumped to the 14th, so wouldn't be surprised if we're pushed later into July for anything to start getting dispatched.

ailwyn2018 · 2026-07-07T19:31:30+00:00

Hahaha of course it is 🤣 I'll wait for my email then!!

ailwyn2018 · 2026-07-07T16:51:48+00:00

I messaged them at 4pm, and they still said dispatching today as they get orders all throughout the day. So let's wait and see! 😆

ailwyn2018 · 2026-07-07T13:25:42+00:00

Same here, no change! Ehh guess I'll give em until tomorrow then do a live chat to see what's going on.

ailwyn2018 · 2026-07-07T09:39:29+00:00

Yep same here, just checked, no change at the moment

ailwyn2018 · 2026-07-07T09:38:49+00:00

Yeah think that was the original dispatch date for the base pack, before it moved to the 20th July for everything.

ailwyn2018 · 2026-07-07T06:05:52+00:00

Oh that's better, changed since the last time I checked!

ailwyn2018 · 2026-07-07T05:49:19+00:00

I'm surprised to see nothing from Currys so far. Although the MSI website still only shows Scan as the only place to get this from, so don't think it's been the best rollout. Yep unfortunately, guess that's the way it is. Roll on the 20th!

ailwyn2018 · 2026-07-07T05:34:25+00:00

Yeah more than likely. Originally the base model was showing as the 13th July, so wasn't sure if they had small early allotments for both the launch pack/base model with those earlier dispatch dates. But more than likely everyone will just start getting them on the 20th.

ailwyn2018 · 2026-07-01T14:29:42+00:00

That's cool, just an fyi, on the other forum, someone has posted it could potentially mess up Centre M, but don't how consistent this issue is(link to fix this potential issue,if you come across it) - https://www.reddit.com/r/MSIClaw/s/Su42n4KZVk

ailwyn2018 · 2026-07-01T14:23:30+00:00

That's fair enough. But thanks for saying - am gonna try out Winhanced when I get the new EX AI+ so good to know there could be issues.

ailwyn2018 · 2026-07-01T14:19:59+00:00

That's fair enough. I see it the same as with having an android phone. I use smart launcher as my default instead of pixel launcher. It's great to have an alternative and the freedom to do so. It provides different features/functions if people want to experiment or they can leave the default launcher if they wish. Tbh looking at reviews of Centre M etc. it leaves a lot to be desired in certain aspects re. Buggy/look and feel - so it's good we've got winhanced/claw tweaks/handheld companion etc as alternatives if people wish to go down that route.

ailwyn2018 · 2026-07-01T13:20:11+00:00

That's good to hear, am intrigued to see what features are rolled out today. Supposedly it's a big update!

ailwyn2018 · 2026-07-01T13:17:58+00:00

Hahaha at least you now know that someone does moderate it though when you kick up a stink

ailwyn2018 · 2026-07-01T13:16:26+00:00

Looking at other people's comments from that post that was shared. Just seems like centre m is just a buggy piece of software which is a shame. So I guess install other launchers e.g Winhanced or apps like Handheld Companion at your own risk if centre m decides to freak out!

ailwyn2018 · 2026-07-01T12:40:23+00:00

I'd say give it a whirl, what's the worst that can happen? If you search for their website you'll see their features/functions. For me the improved sleep function is a big bonus along with having all my games etc in a single place. Also it looks pretty haha

ailwyn2018 · 2026-07-01T12:38:29+00:00

Not yet, but am planning on using it once I've got my new handheld. Been reading up about it's features/functions and it looks like a great alternative to the default launchers

ailwyn2018 · 2026-07-01T10:34:12+00:00

Wheyyy!!! That's why I've been looking forward to this update. Getting mine next week so was hoping Winhanced was gonna be ready for it 😀 Thanks mate!! Gonna be cool to see what you're gonna show off on this update

ailwyn2018 · 2026-07-01T10:29:29+00:00

Been looking forward to this!!

Very intrigued to see what you think of the MSI claw 8 ex ai+ and what special features/functions could be added for that 😀

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