Bengaluru Man Shares Unbelievably Fast Delivery Experience: Laptop Arrives in Just 13 Minutes
Sunny Gupta recently took to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to share an astonishing experience with Flipkart's new quick delivery service, Flipkart Minutes. While enjoying a coffee at a Starbucks in Bengaluru, Gupta decided to order a laptop, expecting the usual delivery time. To his surprise, the laptop arrived at his location in just 13 minutes, showcasing the impressive speed of the service.
In his post, Gupta detailed the rapid delivery process. He initially mentioned, "Just ordered a laptop from Flipkart Minutes. 7 minutes delivery. Will keep this thread posted." Shortly after placing the order, the tracking page updated to reflect a slightly delayed delivery time of 12 minutes. Remarkably, the delivery partner arrived at Starbucks within just 3 minutes, quickly verifying the order through an OTP before handing over the laptop. Gupta shared that the entire process, from payment to delivery, took only 13 minutes. He even posted a video of the unboxing, revealing that he had purchased an Acer Predator laptop, a high-end model priced between ₹95,000 to ₹2.5 lakh.
Gupta's thread quickly went viral, accumulating over 900,000 views and sparking a wide range of reactions. One user expressed disbelief at Flipkart's newfound speed, recalling a previous experience where a phone delivery took 15 days instead of the promised 4. Another user raised concerns about the potential risks of such quick deliveries, questioning what would happen if the product arrived damaged or faulty. Gupta responded by reassuring that the OTP verification allowed customers to inspect the product before accepting it, similar to buying from a physical store.
Some users were skeptical about the hype surrounding quick commerce, noting that it might not always be necessary, while others humorously compared Gupta's experience to their own slower food deliveries. One user highlighted the significance of such services in India, noting that this level of convenience is still a distant dream in many Western countries.
Flipkart Minutes, which launched in select areas of Bengaluru this month, sets itself apart from competitors like Zepto and Blinkit by offering not just groceries and essentials but also high-end gadgets like laptops. The service also stands out for its competitive pricing, with products often costing around 10% less than those on rival platforms.
Gupta's experience underscores the rapid advancements in e-commerce and delivery services in India, demonstrating how quickly online shopping is evolving to meet consumer demands for speed and convenience.
