okay I sold my e6600 for $210 @ ebay and bought myself a intel e6550 @ my local frys, didnt know they are already available, bought if for $179 + tax.... I dont know if this is old news, either way it is good news, they are not available on the shelves yet but ask sales your guy... oh and also e6850 he said is coming too on sunday for $289 + tax of course... yah!!!!