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Samsung Galaxy S5 32GB for $369 from DWI

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Samsung Galaxy S5 32GB for $369 from DWI
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Dealayed on 27/04/2015 - 16:19 dwidigitalcameras.com.au (5909 clicks)
Last edited 27/04/2015 - 17:09 by 2 other users

Not sure what the current prices for the S5 are but this looks like a good deal. $369 for the Japanese version of the S5 32GB from DWI.

Model -Samsung Galaxy S5 32GB SCL23/G900J (Japan version) LTE 1800

Frequency Band support

Network Frequencies supported by this model

GSM850, GSM900, GSM1800, GSM1900,
UMTS850 (B5), UMTS1900 (B2), UMTS2100 (B1) CDMA800 (BC0 - Unused),
LTE2100 (B1), CDMA2100 (BC6 Unused), LTE1800 (B3), LTE800 (B18 - Unused), TD-LTE2500 (B41 - Unused)

Missing network frequencies on this model

Please double check if your current telco has these network bands.

3G UMTS900 (Optus)

4G B5 (Vodafone), B7 (Optus/ Telstra), B8 (Telstra), B28 (Optus/Telstra)

Phone Frequencies Vodafone Optus Telstra
UMTS 850 ✔ ✔
UMTS 2100 ✔ ✔ ✔
LTE 2100 (B1) ✔ ✔
LTE 1800 (B3) ✔ ✔ ✔
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  • Benjamin7711 on 27/04/2015 - 16:19

    This is an amazing deal, been looking last 2 weeks and haven't seen it cheaper than $459.

    edit: baring in mind of course that it's an overseas model

  • Benjamin7711 on 27/04/2015 - 16:21

    Just noticed aswell it's 32GB model. even more of a deal! :)

    • Dealayed on 27/04/2015 - 16:22

      Yes it's 32gb.. just updated the post.

  • superforever on 27/04/2015 - 16:22

    Spec for Jap version? is it OK here?

    Please post the LTE spec.

    • scrimshaw on 27/04/2015 - 16:27
      +9

      Network Frequency Supported by this model.

      GSM850, GSM900, GSM1800, GSM1900,
      UMTS850 (B5), UMTS1900 (B2), UMTS2100 (B1)CDMA800 (BC0),
      LTE2100 (B1), CDMA2100 (BC6), LTE1800 (B3), LTE800 (B18), TD-LTE2500 (B41)

      *The testing result on service providers, Telstra is more stable than Optus therefore Telstra is recommended.

      This information was copied pasta'ed from eGlobal.

      Check here for Aussie network frequencies.
      http://whirlpool.net.au/wiki/mobile_phone_frequencies

      As I can see, this phone is missing the UMTS900 for Optus / Virgin carriers
      As well as missing 850mhz(B5), 2600mhz (B7) and also 700mhz (B28)

      Edit - I have added the relevant information to the main description

      • jcplan on 27/04/2015 - 16:53
        +2

        Good job scrimshaw pretty much sums it up.

        Although it looks like it has support for LTE 1800 (B3) (Telstra, VHA, Optus 4G)

        It's also missing LTE900 (B8) but I've only seen a few Telstra sites using this frequency.

        If you want an S5 that supports all Australian frequencies look for S5 SM-G900I.

  • Poimandres on 27/04/2015 - 16:29
    +1

    Any issues with connecting to a local 4G network? Seems like a bonkers deal if there are no hiddent catches.

  • Benjamin7711 on 27/04/2015 - 16:30

    Anyone have experience with DWIdigitalcameras?

    • superforever on 27/04/2015 - 16:33
      +1

      DWIdigitalcameras?

      They are OK for most people comments that bought from them.

    • Dealayed on 27/04/2015 - 16:37
      +2

      Have been buying from them for a few years now and only got good things to say..

    • jzdhgkd on 27/04/2015 - 16:37
      +2

      I'll add my +1 for them

      • illumination on 27/04/2015 - 17:18

        Me too. Only bought one thing but it was smooth as can be.

    • Unterberg on 27/04/2015 - 17:21

      Bought a few things from them before like SLR lenses etc. and haven't had any problems

    • stumo on 27/04/2015 - 19:52

      Original Galaxy Note DWI one day sale anyone? aka "WE DO NOT MAKE LOSS ON ANY ORDER"

      https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/60212

    • pin4e on 27/04/2015 - 21:24
      +1

      I've purchased a phone from them before and had trouble with the phone, couldn't be repaired so they sent me another. Wasn't the quickest experience but the local company handling the repairs was super helpful even after it became a replacement they keep me updated when I requested.

      • Ronnnie on 28/04/2015 - 14:33

        Nice to hear pin4e, I've only bought one phone from dwi, had no issues. Super fast delivery, only 3 days, can't complain about that.

  • nubzy on 27/04/2015 - 16:32
    +3

    Does it work on 4g here? Might sell my s3 and upgrade on the cheap

  • altomic on 27/04/2015 - 16:33

    the goose drank wine?

  • rambao9 on 27/04/2015 - 16:33
    +2

    must resist… stop tempting me! Hide this damn post

  • icefire09 on 27/04/2015 - 16:34

    the price is so good but i want sony Z3 more, anyone know which phone is better?

    • [Deactivated] on 27/04/2015 - 16:50

      S5 for the camera, robustness (plastic vs glass), screen and multi window! (… And Quick Connect if you have other Samsung devices.) It's also much lighter and smaller than the z3, despite similar screen sizes.

      Z3 for the more elegant feel, and front facing speakers.

      … Personally I'd go for the Samsung for those reasons above.

      • icefire09 on 27/04/2015 - 16:56
        -2

        thx for your comments !
        currently i am using Note 2, but i wanna try some other brands such as sony z3, it looks like nicer.

        • [Deactivated] on 27/04/2015 - 17:27

          Yeah it looks nicer! And that's a big plus in my opinion.

          S5 went functionality over form. If you're going on an adventure and have an active lifestyle like me, s5. If you're going to a formal dinner, z3! Enjoy.

        • Richard Axe on 28/04/2015 - 02:44

          I had a Sony Z Tablet and it did not allow to transfer any apps to the SD card, while Samsung tablets do.

          Be sure that the Z3 allows otherwise go with the Samsung.

          I will never buy any android device from Sony. I am done.Cheers.

      • FabMan on 27/04/2015 - 19:37
        +3

        Sony Xperia Z3 I think has a better camera, 16MP vs 20.1MP and 2.1MP vs 2.2MP. Z3 also has great low light conditions, though S5 reproduces white better.

        Battery life on the Z3 is better, but apparently the recent 5.0 update reduced that. S5 has a removable battery, so if you carry a spare, you'll have plenty.

        Sony Xperia Z3 has 3GB of RAM, so should last the longer out of the two into the future regarding software. But non-removable battery limits you to 3 years use anyway.

        • DrStinge on 27/04/2015 - 20:49
          +3

          Unsure why everyone downvoted you - most of your comments were pros and cons of both devices.

        • FabMan on 27/04/2015 - 21:52
          +4

          @DrStinge:

          Seems recently people downvote without explanation, it isn't a good trait of a website. Funny thing is, I checked review websites to make sure what I was saying was correct:

          http://www.phonearena.com/reviews/Sony-Xperia-Z3-vs-Samsung-…

          http://www.techradar.com/au/news/phone-and-communications/mo…

          I guess if you say something (anything) negative against a product someone likes, even if valid, they get offended.

        • DrStinge on 27/04/2015 - 21:55
          +2

          @FabMan:

          This is true, fluctuates from time to time. Thank God they're only internet points haha.

        • FabMan on 27/04/2015 - 21:56
          +1

          @DrStinge:

          :D

          True, though, people looking will instantly dismiss my post, or others with unnecessary large negative votes, not realising there maybe valid points there.

        • zelda707 on 28/04/2015 - 10:31

          @DrStinge: He neggged the deal and it didn't meet voting guidelines

        • FabMan on 28/04/2015 - 18:09

          @zelda707:

          I negged this deal? Okay, that makes sense now. I didn't have an opinion on this deal and was intending to leave it neutral, I must have clicked by mistake. Thanks for clearing that up. Explains the message I got when I logged back on stating I had lots of negs.

          Funny thing, I went to upvote you and I hit neg instead, looks like I just can't help myself.

      • [Deactivated] on 29/04/2015 - 06:42

        Haha… Got down voted by someone.

        Sony fans, seriously?

    • nubzy on 27/04/2015 - 16:53

      Forget the z3. I wanted a compact until reading about the issues people have had with shattering screens and case
      back, poor waterproofing etc and unable to claim warranty. Samsung will last the distance.

      • plmko on 27/04/2015 - 17:03
        +10

        Then you should read about about the Samsung's hairline cracks, dodgy waterproofing, screen burn/smear/purple spot, warranty claim issue (oh wait DWI…). No, honestly if you go searching for problems on google you will find anything.

  • [Deactivated] on 27/04/2015 - 16:36

    Is it time to upgrade my Nexus 4?

    And since it's the Japanese version, I think there won't be the Samsung branding on the front.

  • superforever on 27/04/2015 - 16:38

    This or Asus Zenfone 2 …..

    • pointnlarf on 27/04/2015 - 17:47
      +4

      Zenfone 2

      • Speedz on 27/04/2015 - 21:55

        Any good reason why bro besides the obvious Zenfone 2's price advantage?

        • pointnlarf on 28/04/2015 - 21:31

          higher specs…cheaper. Provided you dont want a waterproof phone specifically…

  • placard on 27/04/2015 - 16:42

    So this will work on all carriers except Optus?

    • claypot on 27/04/2015 - 16:44

      Yeah I'm confused by all the LTE band stuff!

      Can anyone explain it like in layman's terms?

    • scrimshaw on 27/04/2015 - 16:46
      +1

      It will work on ALL carriers.

      However you will get less connectivity. That's all.

      • JohnHowardsEyebrows on 27/04/2015 - 16:47

        Will Vodafone 4G work at all?

      • claypot on 27/04/2015 - 16:50

        So I would think 4G is generally OK in inner Sydney and other major cities, right?

        • scrimshaw on 27/04/2015 - 16:56

          Yes. If you are with Voda, the ONLY 4G network band you will receive is 1800mhz LTE (B3). 850mhz LTE B5 is not supported.

          If you can't receive B3 you will fall back to using 3G UMTS 850/2100.

      • placard on 27/04/2015 - 17:05

        What does that mean?? Edit…seems like it will be limited reception with Optus - I was going to give it as a gift to someone who has Amaysim…might give it a miss…

        • scrimshaw on 27/04/2015 - 17:14
          +1

          I made it easier to understand. Check the table above.

        • sweefu on 27/04/2015 - 17:20

          @scrimshaw:

          So it will work with amaysim 3g and 4g?

        • scrimshaw on 27/04/2015 - 17:21
          +1

          Yes, just not as fast as it should be.

        • sweefu on 27/04/2015 - 17:22

          @scrimshaw:

          Thanks mate, very much appreciate your help.

  • JohnHowardsEyebrows on 27/04/2015 - 16:43

    Will this work on Vodafone 4G here at all?

  • sweefu on 27/04/2015 - 16:46

    Will this work with amaysim?

    • claypot on 27/04/2015 - 16:55
      +3

      DWI support just told me Telstra will definitely work, Optus should be good in urban areas and Vodafone not recommended.

  • nubzy on 27/04/2015 - 16:54

    So I take it this is not compatible with 4G on LiveConnected then?

  • ghostbuster on 27/04/2015 - 16:55

    Maybe this has been answered but I have no idea how to read band frequencies. Will this work with Optus 4G in inner Sydney? Have $400 to spend on a new phone from travel insurance so this fits the bill perfectly (unless any has any other recommendations)

    • scrimshaw on 27/04/2015 - 16:58

      Optus broadcasts the following freqs
      LTE 700MHz, LTE 1800MHz, 2100MHz, 2300MHz, and 2600MHz.

      This phone will receive the following frequencies

      LTE2100 (B1), LTE1800 (B3),

      So you are OK with 4G connectivity.

  • gimli on 27/04/2015 - 16:56

    Is this milkyway or Andromeda

  • Lugo on 27/04/2015 - 16:56

    Will this have Australian warranty?

  • AG_ACT on 27/04/2015 - 16:57

    Anyone else think this is a pricing error and won't be honoured? I put the order in, with payment method direct deposit…. wondering if I should have done it via Paypal.

  • stargalaxy on 27/04/2015 - 17:01

    Very good price.

  • rodinthink on 27/04/2015 - 17:01
    +1

    Xperia Z2 bargain might be better than this one since the phone have more feature (even though it's fragile)

    • webtherapist on 27/04/2015 - 17:13
      +1

      Agree, been using one and thrre is no so called crack screen blah blah

      • rodinthink on 27/04/2015 - 17:24

        Strange, people with most positive vote always complaint that the screen is fragile like a wine glass.
        But I never heard a complaint/warning from youtube reviewer/ comment about Xperia Z2

        S5 doesn't have that much improvement from S4 which I don't think it's a best deal to begin with. And Mostly I heard positive review about Z2 especially the camera + smooth crispy graphics other than that durability issue

        • webtherapist on 27/04/2015 - 17:32
          +1

          True, the battery is amazing too on z2, plus no way the built quality can even on par with the z2, camera on z2 can do much more than s5, ips screen is much better for web surfing as it save more battery with white colour background on most webpages and etc

    • DesolateApophic on 27/04/2015 - 17:36

      Shame it's out of stock.

    • [Deactivated] on 27/04/2015 - 17:37
      +2

      Z2? More features? I think you've got it the other way around.

      S5 has more hardware features (fingerprint scanner, heart rate sensor, ir remote blaster… And also removable / replaceable battery.)

      S5 has more software features. Multi window (YouTube while Chrome internet browsing… Both at the same time,) and a whole bunch of other stuff for you to discover.

      S5 easily has the superior camera, check out blind test results on Phone Arena.

      …all in a smaller, lighter package.

      The only thing the z2 trumps the s5, as far as I can tell, is the front facing stereo speakers. The other things are subjective (looks).

      • Ronnnie on 27/04/2015 - 18:06

        Inose you can use apps like viral or FireTube to have YouTube while browsing on any phone. That's what I use on my note 4, Which I prefer to multi window on a phone.

      • Circly on 27/04/2015 - 19:26
        +1

        Sorry mate but the z2 battery is better than the s5 battery and a replacement battery put together.

        • fuzor on 27/04/2015 - 21:58

          Sony > Samsung

        • [Deactivated] on 29/04/2015 - 06:39

          Nope.

          The z2 battery is amazing as I've heard…

          But as a traveler, nothing beats a replaceable battery.

        • [Deactivated] on 29/04/2015 - 06:40

          @fuzor:

          …what do you mean?

      • melfes on 28/04/2015 - 10:10

        Z2 deal is 16GB and battery non removable really breaks the deal for me..

  • arnieb on 27/04/2015 - 17:07

    I'm buying this. Will make a great pressie

  • Unterberg on 27/04/2015 - 17:19

    Any recommended cases?

    • Fobsessive on 27/04/2015 - 19:46
      +1

      Syigen Ultra Hybrid or Ringke Fusion Hybrid

  • Phoebus on 27/04/2015 - 17:19

    Which Japanese network was this phone for?
    Softbank?
    docomo?
    Au?

    • aldoboy on 27/04/2015 - 17:39

      the picture shows Au

  • Unterberg on 27/04/2015 - 17:20

    Also the XiaoMi 10400mAh PowerBank for an extra $20 is not bad either

  • shiningstars on 27/04/2015 - 17:28
    +6

    Plus postage for regional is $15 (standard) to 34.40 ( express with insurance).
    Plus a 2%paypal surcharge! Never had a PayPal surcharge added before!

    • Chef-Johnson on 28/04/2015 - 11:40

      Heaps of places are adding 2% paypal charge, and of late in Brisbane i have noticed a lot of shops adding 2% paypass fee!

      • aldoboy on 28/04/2015 - 20:51

        ALDI ADDED PAYPASS FEE !!!

        • JohnHowardsEyebrows on 28/04/2015 - 21:20

          No such thing. It's a visa/MC fee. And it's a very modest 0.5%. Well worth the points if you're on a 1:1 card. :)

  • Ronnnie on 27/04/2015 - 17:34

    Good deal if in market for new phone. Touchwiz performance has improved too since lollipop update; which tends to be a concern for some people when buying Samsung phones.

  • Unterberg on 27/04/2015 - 17:35

    Quick question - would this work sufficient with a 3G TPG plan? I know it has UMTS 2100 but lacks the UMTS900 that the TPG plan would use on the Optus network. Just wondering if that would be an issue when using data

  • noise36 on 27/04/2015 - 17:35

    good price for an S5 but IMO not worth it with the missing frequencies.

  • rodinthink on 27/04/2015 - 17:37
    -2

    Everyone, be aware with this seller. Went to their productreviews page and seems All of the helpful comment have ain't pretty experience with them, Even though they got 4.2 out of 2260 rating (pssttt, which I think is mainly bot vote)

    Also, is this grey imported or local stock which is GST included?

    • cureforanitch on 27/04/2015 - 17:57
      +1

      I've bought at least 3 phones from these guys with no issues.

      Yes they sell grey imports, no GST invoice

    • CyberMurning on 28/04/2015 - 08:47
      +1

      what do you think, local stock with this price? we live in australia, mate

  • DesolateApophic on 27/04/2015 - 17:37

    I just bought a ZenFone 2, I hope I didn't make a dumb mistake.

    • cureforanitch on 27/04/2015 - 17:57

      Me too!

      If this was a dual sim s5 i would definitely go for it. Theyre all around $500 tho unfortunately

      • DesolateApophic on 27/04/2015 - 18:03

        Did you get the 64gb or 32gb? Shame the 32gb doesn't have 3.2gh (or is it 3.1?).

  • aldoboy on 27/04/2015 - 17:38
    +1

    didn't need a new phone
    but my inner ozb just pulled the trigger, can't help :(

  • scaryface on 27/04/2015 - 17:41

    Will this phone work on TPG? They don't have 4g right?

    • CVonC on 27/04/2015 - 18:03

      correct

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