expired WDTV Live Free $50 Gift Card Promo (Valid with $99 Office Works WDTV Live)

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WDTV Live Free $50 Gift Card Promo (Valid with $99 Office Works WDTV Live)

cloudsdbz on 05/12/2012 - 19:57 www.wdpromo.com.au (11436 clicks)
Edited by scotty, Steptoe 18/12/2012 - 17:37

Promo not limited to WDTV Live, includes:

My Book® Live™
My Book® Live™ Duo
WD TV® Live™ Streaming
WD TV® Live™ Hub
My Net Routers – My Net N600, My Net N750, My Net N900 and My Net N900 Central

Only valid from purchasing at:
Comp Now, Harvey Norman, JB Hi Fi, Next Byte, Bing Lee, Officeworks, The Good Guys or Dick Smith

This is valid with the $99 Office Works deal: http://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/86172

Promo opened on 26/11/2012 and ends for purchases at close of business for the Authorised Retail Stores on 24/12/2012 (“Promotional Period”)

Purchase any Connected Life product*. Be sure to keep your proof of purchase in order to be eligible.
Fill out the form and provide proof of purchase

To be eligible to enter the Competition and receive a $50 gift card (the “Gift”)the individual must, during the Promotional Period, purchase any of the following Western Digital product(s) (“Eligible Products”) whilst stocks last from a participating (i) Comp Now, Harvey Norman, JB Hi Fi, Next Byte, Bing Lee, Officeworks, The Good Guys or Dick Smith retail store (for Australian residents) (collectively, the “Authorised Australian Retail Stores”) or (ii) Noel Lemming, Dick Smith, Harvey Norman, JB Hi Fi, Warehouse Stationary, Bond + Bond or Youbee retail store (for New Zealand residents) (collectively, the “Authorised NZ Retail Stores” and together with Authorised Australian Retail Stores, the “Authorised Retail Stores”):

In the 25 words answer thing, make sure to include:
Mention “Western Digital”
Mention the Eligible Product purchased
Mention a benefit of the Eligible Product

Credit to: Lovemybargains, stilted

NOTE: THIS IS NOT A COMPETITION. From the linked page:

Every valid creative entry will receive a $50 gift card.

PLUS be in the running to WIN a $1,000 gift card for the most creative answer.

Delay in rebate processing

"Thank you for your recent entry into the WD Christmas promotion.

The popularity of this promotion has been overwhelming, to the point where our claims centre has been inundated with entries.

As a result, all entries will be verified in the first half of January and the $50 gift cards will be sent to eligible participants by the end of the month.

Don't forget you are also in the running for the major prize: a $1,000 gift card for the most creative entry."

Related Store: Western Digital

Comments

seek on 05/12/2012 - 20:01 ¶

Haven't the prizes already been drawn?
- kpax on 06/12/2012 - 09:04 ¶
  
  don't think so.
  
  I just got this for $93 from Officeworks Chadstone
  
  They had a HN catalogue stuck on their boards highlighting their better price on another item. It had a listing for the same WDTV Live for $98. So got the 5% off :) .
  
  So hopefully this should be $43 for me if this gift card comes through.
  - dayak1970 on 07/12/2012 - 18:15 ¶
    
    Just bought one from HN Greensborough Plaza.
    They gladly price match OW of $99.
    
    There are still plenty in the basket behind the cashier.
mangew on 05/12/2012 - 20:02 ¶

Umm looks like its over. Winners names are announced on website.
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  kspec on 05/12/2012 - 20:04 ¶
  
  Wat the heLL??? So its a competition?? Not all purchased gets $50 gift card?? Got me all cheered up!!
  - cloudsdbz on 05/12/2012 - 20:05 ¶
    
    Updated to correct link, get excited!
    - kspec on 05/12/2012 - 20:08 ¶
      
      Oh!! HEKTIC!! I just revoked my +! Cant seem to vote again??
      
      Btw is there a limit of how many per person can claim?
      
      NICER POST!! Gonna buy 3 tomorrow for the family
    - cloudsdbz on 05/12/2012 - 20:10 ¶
      
      No idea, office works wouldn't put names on the invoices instore. Just claim under your family names :)
    - kspec on 05/12/2012 - 20:21 ¶
      
      Seems like i can even buy 5!!
      
      "Multiple entries permitted, subject to the following: (a) only one (1) entry and claim permitted per specified Eligible Product purchased during the Promotional Period; (b) each entry and claim must be submitted separately and in accordance with claim requirements; (c) a maximum of five (5) entries and claims per person throughout the Promotional Period; and (d) each entry submitted must be substantially unique."
    - +1 vote
      
      kspec on 05/12/2012 - 20:40 ¶
      
      Btw anyone purchasing more then one should always buy seperately to get individual receipts for successfull claim..
    - nulled on 06/12/2012 - 05:53 ¶
      
      Can anyone confirm you need individual receipts on different names to successfully receive the cards?
      I was thinking about buying three for overseas gifts and collects the tax refund at the airport. Alternatively, can I get a combined tax receipt from OW for individual purchases ?
    - flybuy on 09/12/2012 - 22:00 ¶
      
      So you want to get three individual receipts from OW, then comeback and say can I get a combined receipt, and by the way I am keeping the three receipts? I don't think any legitimate business is going to give you more than one receipt for the same item.
    - quarrymaster on 10/12/2012 - 02:21 ¶
      
      Buying three will be $3 shy of the $300 threshold for the Tourist Refund Scheme.
kspec on 05/12/2012 - 20:03 ¶

AWESOME!! So thats $50 !!!
Gonna buy 3!!!!
+2 votes

mediam0de on 05/12/2012 - 20:03 ¶

Promotion commences on 15 May 2012 and closes at 11.59pm AEST on 30 June 2012 (“Promotional Period”). All times used throughout these Terms and Conditions refer to AEST.

EDIT: Above details were from the old link. OP has updated the link to show the right details
excite on 05/12/2012 - 20:03 Comment score below threshold (-4).
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  kearnsy on 05/12/2012 - 20:09 ¶
  
  The way I read it…
  
  Its a $50 gift card plus your also entered into a competition for a $1000 gift card
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  kspec on 05/12/2012 - 20:10 ¶
  
  IS A BARGAINNN!!!! 100%
+1 vote

cloudsdbz on 05/12/2012 - 20:04 ¶

Sorry, updated link to correct details. Competition commences when Authorised Retail Stores (as defined below) open on 26/11/2012 and ends for purchases at close of business for the Authorised Retail Stores on 24/12/2012 (“Promotional Period”). To be eligible for the first prize (the “First Prize”), final entries must be submitted by 11:59pm AEDST on 07/01/2013 for Australian residents and 11:59pm NZ local time on 07/01/2013 for New Zealand residents.
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  mediam0de on 05/12/2012 - 20:08 ¶
  
  Thanks OP
Aids on 05/12/2012 - 20:07 Comment score below threshold (-14).
- cloudsdbz on 05/12/2012 - 20:09 Comment score below threshold (0).
  - Aids on 05/12/2012 - 20:10 Comment score below threshold (-7).
+1 vote

kspec on 05/12/2012 - 20:09 ¶

??? Looks like its leget not a compo???

"Every valid creative entry will receive a $50 gift card.

PLUS be in the running to WIN a $1,000 gift card for the most creative answer."
+1 vote

Lovemybargains on 05/12/2012 - 20:11 ¶

Yes Ive been looking at this didnt get a chance to get to OW today. Not a competition everyone get a $50.00 card. The comp is for a $1000 gift card. From the site :"You'll also have a chance to win the major prize. The most creative answer will win a $1,000 gift card."
+3 votes

flyingtrapeze on 05/12/2012 - 20:12 ¶

The $50 giftcard is a winner. Bought mybook live in oct, poor timing.
- cloudsdbz on 05/12/2012 - 20:13 ¶
  
  Time to buy a wdtv :D
kearnsy on 05/12/2012 - 20:16 ¶

So the $99 officeworks deal is out of stock, anyone else selling them as cheap?
- cloudsdbz on 05/12/2012 - 20:19 ¶
  
  You sure it's out of stock? I just tried and it says in stock (Brisbane postcode) otherwise just try in store. You could also get it sent to a family member and get them to post it to you? Please note only valid for Comp Now, Harvey Norman, JB Hi Fi, Next Byte, Bing Lee, Officeworks, The Good Guys or Dick Smith.
+1 vote

mathiex on 05/12/2012 - 20:19 ¶

FFS bought for $129 about 3 weeks ago. no cashback, no $99 ARGH
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  kspec on 05/12/2012 - 20:23 ¶
  
  That hurts!! "MUST BE REDEEMED WITHIN 14DAYS OF PURCHASE"
- voolish on 06/12/2012 - 15:05 ¶
  
  You think that's bad I missed out on that $1000 cash splash and the $1000 student cash splash in the same year because of how my taxes were done
+3 votes

GregFiona on 05/12/2012 - 20:32 ¶
WOW!Thaks O.P.! I just got one from last week's bargain!Perfect timing!Lucky i kept receipt and box!
FYI when you write the short message about the product don't forget this:
Each answer must also include the following information:

Mention “Western Digital” Mention the Eligible Product purchased Mention a benefit of the Eligible Product
- +2 votes
  
  cloudsdbz on 05/12/2012 - 20:33 ¶
  
  No problemo! I posted the office works deal too haha. I will add that info to post, ty sir.
  - +1 vote
    
    GregFiona on 05/12/2012 - 20:36 ¶
    
    Thanks!!! (spelled correctly this time)
jbk on 05/12/2012 - 20:38 ¶

Yeah online is out of stock, but looks like in-store is still a goer for Melbourne at least. There's gonna be a mad Ozbargainzers rush to OW stores tomorrow? =D
- kspec on 05/12/2012 - 20:41 ¶
  
  Im buying 5!!! Christmas pressie for my 5 brothers n sis!! Wohoo
- cloudsdbz on 05/12/2012 - 20:41 ¶
  
  I think online stock maybe based on your location cause it still says stock for be in Brisbane area. Office works deliver directly from their local stores using an office works delivery van
  - jbk on 05/12/2012 - 20:49 ¶
    
    Yeah, none available online for Melbourne, the message I get is:
    
    Sorry - we were unable to continue, please check the following messages
    WD TV LIVE STREAMING MEDIA(WDBGXT0NBK) is out of stock online. Please call 1300 633 423 to find if this product is stocked in a store near you. The product has been removed from your shopping cart.
    
    But when I check in-store stock, it looks fine with lots of "In Stock" against each store…
    - cloudsdbz on 05/12/2012 - 20:58 ¶
      
      Oh ok damn :(. In store prob the only way to go then
Chthonic on 05/12/2012 - 20:39 ¶

I currently have my TV with a a 2TB External HDD for all my movies and tv shows. Has anyone gone from the external HDD setup to the WD Live TV? What are the primary benefits over my current setup?

Any advice would be appreciated :)
- Fappo on 05/12/2012 - 22:36 ¶
  
  If your TV and external HDD plays hi-def .mkv and/or whatever files you want to play then it may not be worth switching. The main benefit of this device is for streaming your videos from a computer to your telly.
  - Chthonic on 06/12/2012 - 06:00 ¶
    
    No worries, thanks heaps for the response :)
jbk on 05/12/2012 - 20:40 ¶

Although wonder if any other retailer will come to the party?! Come on!!
AlphaQ on 05/12/2012 - 20:41 ¶

The fine print states 'Promotion excludes WDTV Live Model No.: WDBAAP0000NBK-AESN'. What model is this?
- +1 vote
  
  cloudsdbz on 05/12/2012 - 20:42 ¶
  
  Not the office works $99 one, don't worry
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  kspec on 05/12/2012 - 20:42 ¶
  
  Wat if i say its the $99 wdtv live streamig at office works?? LOL
  JKZ
- jbk on 05/12/2012 - 20:45 ¶
  
  That one is the non-streaming/wifi one:
  
  https://www.officeworks.com.au/retail/search/WDBAAP0000NBK+A...
+1 vote

stilted on 05/12/2012 - 20:47 ¶

The promo is advertised in the current PC & Tech authority.

$50 for a great media player - damn good !
Derrick Crane on 05/12/2012 - 20:52 ¶

BIG problem - they want a photo of the box it came in - mine is on a tip somewhere - can anybody upload a copy please.
- +2 votes
  
  cloudsdbz on 05/12/2012 - 21:00 ¶
  
  Found this from ebay for ya: http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/MTIzOFgxNjAw/$T2eC16ZHJHQE9nzEy85kBQvEBYCQNQ~~60_3.JPG
  - +1 vote
    
    Derrick Crane on 05/12/2012 - 21:02 ¶
    
    Hero - thank you so much.
    - cloudsdbz on 06/12/2012 - 08:07 ¶
      
      You're welcome
+1 vote

Holysmoke on 05/12/2012 - 20:52 ¶

It does not look like the $50 is guaranteed as they could reject your answer:

"must answer in an original and creative manner, using twenty five (25) words or less, to the question: “Tell us in 25 words or less how the WD product you have purchased has improved your digital life this Christmas?” (such answer, the “Answer”). Each Answer must also include the following information: (i) Mention “Western Digital”; (ii) Mention the name of the Eligible Product purchased; and (iii) Mention a benefit of the Eligible Product. Each Answer will be individually judged based on originality and creative merit. This component of the Competition is a game of skill and chance plays no part in the determination of the winner."
- +1 vote
  
  cloudsdbz on 05/12/2012 - 21:04 ¶
  
  It does read a bit funny but I'm pretty sure that's got more to do with the $1000 comp. This is the email I received after submitting.
  
  Hi XXXX,
  
  Thank you for your entry. Once your entry is verified, your gift card should be delivered within two weeks to the address you provided.
  - Holysmoke on 05/12/2012 - 21:12 ¶
    
    I dont think so, the main page also says:
    "Every valid creative entry will receive a $50 gift card.
    PLUS be in the running to WIN a $1,000 gift card for the most creative answer."
    
    So they could say that your entry was not original or creative enough for the first $50.
    - +2 votes
      
      crudman on 05/12/2012 - 21:55 ¶
      
      I haven't read 1 fine print by any company that doesn't say they can do almost what ever they want.
      
      While they could deny giving a $50 gift card based on creativity, that is not the purpose and I don't see a company like WD scrooging their customers.
      
      The true purpose is to get around the legal requirements of competition permits required in various states for Games of Chance (eg: randomly selecting 1 person for the $1000 prize). "originality" and "creativity" are almost standard terms in these type of "25 words or less" competitions. They effectively help make it a Game of Skill exempting the competition holder from paying for permits. This works out better for us and them as they pay less, and the total prize pool won't be eroded by fees.
      
      There is also the benefit to them of limiting their liability by preventing people exploiting holes in the competition.
      
      It also gets people involved and thinking more which has been shown to increase participation rates.
    - cloudsdbz on 06/12/2012 - 08:07 ¶
      
      I agree 100%
crudman on 05/12/2012 - 20:52 ¶

bought the $99 one last week !
- +1 vote
  
  cloudsdbz on 05/12/2012 - 21:02 ¶
  
  promo started 26/11 - you can still claim it :)
shawn_low on 05/12/2012 - 20:56 ¶

Maybe get JB to price match Officeworks. They have it listed for $135.

http://www.jbhifionline.com.au/computers-laptops/computer-ac...
- +1 vote
  
  chansthename on 05/12/2012 - 21:04 ¶
  
  Good Luck with that :P
  
  On the other hand it seems that they are not checking the scans. They've approved my entry already :)
  - cloudsdbz on 05/12/2012 - 21:07 ¶
    
    You got an approval email separate from the first one? How long did it take?
  - +1 vote
    
    unity1 on 05/12/2012 - 21:13 ¶
    
    What did you write for your 25 words or less. Might as well share now that your entry has been accepted.
    - chansthename on 06/12/2012 - 11:41 ¶
      
      Something about youtube being seamless on my TV (including all the stuff that you need in the answer of course).
      
      @cloudsdbz It was less than 5 minutes last night.
- shawn_low on 05/12/2012 - 21:10 ¶
  
  Also, Good Guys listed for $134. Maybe they will price match OW:
  
  http://www.thegoodguys.com.au/chatswood/Western_Digital_WD_T...
  
  Dick Smith lists it for $117:
  
  http://dicksmith.com.au/product/GM1002/wdtv-live-streaming-m...
  
  and Bing Lee a whopping $149 (!) though you can try to make an offer:
  
  http://www.binglee.com.au/western-digital-wdbgxt0000nbk-wd-l...
  - cloudsdbz on 06/12/2012 - 08:06 ¶
    
    Dick Smith is usually pretty good with price matching. I've never had an issue
+1 vote

whitey on 05/12/2012 - 21:06 ¶

I've been trying for half an hour to submit my claim.Keep getting server error aaagggghhhh!!
- +1 vote
  
  cloudsdbz on 05/12/2012 - 21:07 ¶
  
  OzB make server aspl0de >_<
- mediam0de on 05/12/2012 - 21:17 ¶
  
  Same here… server error
- XucCac on 05/12/2012 - 21:25 ¶
  
  Let us know when u claim successfull.
- C-Nut on 05/12/2012 - 21:46 ¶
  
  I just got through with my claim. It worked after I resized my uploaded images to a smaller size (~1.5MB each).
  - -1 vote
    
    chansthename on 06/12/2012 - 11:42 ¶
    
    +1. I was trying to get 3mb images in. I changed them to 1mb for the receipt and 500kb for the box and it worked
+1 vote

cloud226 on 05/12/2012 - 21:07 ¶

where's the good place to buy My Book Live?
- +1 vote
  
  cloudsdbz on 05/12/2012 - 21:08 ¶
  
  You can only buy from these places:
  
  Comp Now, Harvey Norman, JB Hi Fi, Next Byte, Bing Lee, Officeworks, The Good Guys or Dick Smith
  
  The best place is the cheapest price :)
  - cloud226 on 05/12/2012 - 22:06 ¶
    
    True, but cheapest price isn't limited to these stores - it could be a price match from other places
- +1 vote
  
  mrdavedave on 05/12/2012 - 23:56 ¶
  
  http://dicksmith.com.au/product/XM1275/western-digital-my-bo...
  - +1 vote
    
    mrdavedave on 06/12/2012 - 00:15 ¶
    
    and price match at officeworks
    http://www.officeworks.com.au/retail/products/Technology/Dat...
    comes to about $110 for the 2tb my book live when you factor in the gift card
Pobman on 05/12/2012 - 21:12 ¶

Am I right in understanding that these newer models are pretty well locked down and encrypted so you can no longer add in Hulu+/iPlayer/Netflix etc to the version sold here in Oz?
- Damien73 on 06/12/2012 - 06:55 ¶
  
  Good question. Can anyone answer this?
  - Steptoe on 06/12/2012 - 22:51 ¶
    
    Netflix installs with the the US firmware update. Change the DNS to tunlr (184.82.222.5) before you update the firmware. Hulu doesn't appear to support this model, yet.
    - Damien73 on 07/12/2012 - 07:07 ¶
      
      Thanks Steptoe. I got Netflix working last night. I've had about 2 hours sleep. It's going to be a looong weekend :-).
    - Steptoe on 07/12/2012 - 08:46 ¶
      
      How many Icons do you get in the Services Tab. Using tunlr DNS I see 26 icons, but no Hulu. Wonder if UnblockUS DNS would have a different result?
      
      ABC iView
      AccuWeather
      AOL HD
      Comedy Time
      Daily Motion
      Deezer
      FriendFace
      flickr
      Flixster
      Launchpad
      Live365
      MLB.tv
      Netflix
      Picasa
      RedBull TV
      SEC Digital Network
      Shoutcast Radio
      Snag Films
      Spotify
      Tune In
      Vimeo
      Watch mojo
      XOS College Sports
      YouTube Videos
      YouTube
      YUPP TV
      
      Wanted to give Hulu a run, so if anyone's got setup info…
    - Damien73 on 07/12/2012 - 11:18 ¶
      
      I get Hulu with Unblock US.
    - Steptoe on 07/12/2012 - 11:38 ¶
      
      So you get more icons that 26? Tunlr allows Hulu as I've watched from the website.
    - Damien73 on 09/12/2012 - 07:26 ¶
      
      28 services icons with Unblock Us. Hulu and Pandora being the additional two.
    - TonyP on 09/12/2012 - 14:11 ¶
      
      What did you use for the credit card details? Your own?
    - hazzad on 10/12/2012 - 10:46 ¶
      
      Be aware that Tunler no longer supports Netflix. So you will need to use a paid DNS solution. I tried Tunler and tried and it cannot connect to Netflix. With Unlock US it works fine. Can also confirm that Netflix appears fine with local AU latest firmware. Just no Hulu +.
      
      Its funny they have a picture of the live streaming but only support the unit before and the hub. Sure it will be supported at somepoint though im sure ive seen people post they have it.
    - andri77 on 10/12/2012 - 10:53 ¶
      
      Sorry how to do unblock US? Thanks.
    - hazzad on 10/12/2012 - 11:45 ¶
      
      Go here and sign up for a free trial.
      
      http://www.unblock-us.com/
      
      Follow instructions which is simply changing the DNS settings to the one they give. Power the unit on and off and then sign up for a free trial of Netflix to check it works.
    - andri77 on 10/12/2012 - 16:08 ¶
      
      Thanks much for ur info. So once trial finished then we cant use it anymore? Talking abt the unblock us. Thanks.
    - escimojoe on 10/12/2012 - 19:49 ¶
      
      I still cannot get Hulu + I'm running Unblock US and changed the DNS. I get the 26 mentioned above but no hulu + or pandora. If i were to of done the default firmware update would i still get all 26 including netflix?
    - hazzad on 11/12/2012 - 19:02 ¶
      
      You then pay for it. $4.99 a month. Decent deal really i think.
    - scytherbladez on 11/12/2012 - 19:58 ¶
      
      Hulu is $7.99 a month
      
      Unblock US is $4.99 a month
    - +1 vote
      
      hazzad on 11/12/2012 - 20:45 ¶
      
      I was referring to Unblockus.
+1 vote

jpike8 on 05/12/2012 - 21:14 ¶

Got one in SE QLD! Free next day delivery..
Awesome deal!
+2 votes

unity1 on 05/12/2012 - 21:20 ¶

Time to do a U-turn and head back to Chadstone Officeworks
- +3 votes
  
  unity1 on 05/12/2012 - 21:36 ¶
  
  Just picked mine up from chadstone. They would have about 80 units on their shelves. Surprised not to see any other ozbargainer there.
  
  Now time to go home and eat my cold $1.50 pizza from the eat now deal
+1 vote

jv on 05/12/2012 - 21:23 ¶

wow… $49 for WD TV Live Streaming !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
- +2 votes
  
  Derrick Crane on 05/12/2012 - 21:29 ¶
  
  Yes, nice little Xmas present courtesy of cloudsdbz.