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20% off Apple Products @ Dick Smith/Kogan eBay (eg iPhone 8 256GB $999.20 Delivered HK)

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20% off Apple Products @ Dick Smith/Kogan eBay (eg iPhone 8 256GB $999.20 Delivered HK)
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PHONE8

Saw this deal on eBay today

Click on the related tab to see all PHONE8 deals

Have a feeling there will be delay in shipping though

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  • Only 1 transaction per person during the Offer Period.
  • The redemption code requires payment with an Australian PayPal account in order to take effect. Paypal email address must match eBay email address.
  • The offer entitles you to a 20% discount off the purchase price (excluding postage). Maximum discount $500.

Note: Phone items are shipped from Hong Kong (grey import). Check item location on listing.

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  • openmp123 on 18/09/2017 - 10:16
    +9

    Estimated between Thu. 2 Nov. and Thu. 23 Nov.

  • dlovep on 18/09/2017 - 10:16

    and mostly Hong Kong version

    • omgitzrick on 18/09/2017 - 10:34
      +7

      which is the same

      • dlovep on 18/09/2017 - 11:56

        yeah all the same made in China, if nothing happen you're happy-chappy, but…

        • A3Australia on 18/09/2017 - 16:07

          but.. if something does happen.

          Only one year warranty.

          No two year (or even longer) Consumer Guarantee.

        • whooah1979 on 18/09/2017 - 23:55

          @A3Australia:
          it's an iphone. what can go wrong? the battery going nuclear?

        • A3Australia on 19/09/2017 - 10:29

          @whooah1979:

          it's an iphone. what can go wrong?
          the battery going nuclear?

          Yes, we have had a few iPhones where the battery started to fail within the first two years.

          Also, one where the screen started 'playing up'.

          We had a USA market iPhone (from Kogan HK Limited) that went through the washing machine. We couldn't make use of the out-of-warranty replacement 'deal' because Apple Australia said it was an overseas model.

          One needs to weight any saving against the loss of the Consumer Guarantee. Sometimes it may be worth the risk. Which is why we have purchased several USA sourced and Hong Kong sourced iPhones in the past.

          Lately, since the iPhone 6, we have been buying locally because of so many '20% Off' eBay deals.

        • pifts on 19/09/2017 - 22:35
          +1

          @A3Australia: Funny you got downvoted because you're 100% correct. Kogan phones almost always only have 1 year coverage if you take it to an Apple Store.

        • A3Australia on 20/09/2017 - 01:47

          @pifts:

          Funny you got downvoted because you're 100% correct. Kogan phones almost always only have 1 year coverage if you take it to an Apple Store.

          Another possible problem is that, as Kogan is not an Apple re-seller, one can never be sure where the iPhone one receives was first sold. Kogan HK Limited (and I guess Dick Smith) will get iPhones from wherever they can find them. Europe, USA, etc. as well as Hong Kong.

  • sydracing on 18/09/2017 - 10:17
    +14

    Waiting for iPhone X on 20% off

    • WatchNerd on 18/09/2017 - 10:50
      +62

      Thanks for letting us know.

    • seanyong on 18/09/2017 - 10:58
      +1

      For iPhone X…probably they will mark up the price by more than 20% and then discount it for 20%.
      Demand would be larger than supply for several months.

      Maybe the true 20% off will only be available in the next year.

      • RoseJJ on 18/09/2017 - 11:45
        +3

        Saw a bid on Ebay currently up for $5,200 for an iphone X O.O

        • seanyong on 18/09/2017 - 11:47

          That's a way to make a fortune :)

        • RoseJJ on 18/09/2017 - 12:33

          @seanzyc: Happy to queue up on the first day so please pm me lol :D

    • RushkaRauschenberg on 18/09/2017 - 11:57

      Very positive approach there. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • falleninlove on 18/09/2017 - 10:18

    Well I have been using HK for over 2 years with no Issue.

    • dlovep on 18/09/2017 - 10:21
      +1

      not until when something happen… e.g. iphone 5 battery replacement, brick charger replacement, iphone 6 camera not focus replacement…

      • Matt86 on 18/09/2017 - 12:38

        Charger bricks aren't worth the hassle in most cases nor are the cables as most phones have a shipping fee involved..

        But yes, recalls suck or anything similar

      • stan-C on 18/09/2017 - 16:56

        1yr apple warranty even its from HK

        • dlovep on 19/09/2017 - 08:13

          Example recall: https://www.apple.com/au/support/iphone6plus-isightcamera/

          Additional Information

          Apple may restrict or limit repair to the original country of purchase.

        • stan-C on 19/09/2017 - 09:12

          @dlovep: In real life, I have been apple store several times to repair iphones and ipads, no issue so far with grey import unless screen dmg or liquid dmg.

        • dlovep on 19/09/2017 - 10:19

          @stan-C: Guess I don't live in fantasy, depends on genius if you're lucky to get a good one, tried 1 time with a nice guy with free replacement on my broken silent button even it's HK version, and on other time when in camera recall program, other one kept telling me to take proof of those photos that cant focus even that's local stock. Went to other store got it fix up without asking 'Proof'.

        • stan-C on 19/09/2017 - 10:48

          @dlovep: TBH, sometimes you have to be a "bad" customer..

  • Bellpop on 18/09/2017 - 10:20

    Good deal. Here's hoping iphone X 64gb for not too much more

    • fchis on 18/09/2017 - 10:43
      +3

      i read the news. The reason for the price drop for iphone 8 wholesale prices in China is mainly due to people are waiting for Iphone X.

      • Bellpop on 18/09/2017 - 10:57

        oh, bummer

  • lovetravellinginbiz on 18/09/2017 - 10:22

    Good find OP. Anyone know if Dick Smith provides tax invoice with Australian ABN for goods from HK? Hoping to claim TRS.

    • j1568 on 18/09/2017 - 10:47
      +1

      I don't believe they do but I could be wrong.

      The 256GB model not bad as you save about $200, difference between DSE and local stock after TRS.

      But the 64GB, I would rather go local stock as you save just over $120 for the 8 and $135 for 8 Plus, if you can claim TRS on local stock.

    • duna0104 on 18/09/2017 - 10:47
      +2

      No, they don't provide GST invoice.

    • [Deactivated] on 18/09/2017 - 22:09

      Does Myer ebay sales provide a GST receipt for TRS since they are based in Aus? Or does buying from Ebay mean no GST?

    • whooah1979 on 18/09/2017 - 23:56

      Anyone know if Dick Smith provides tax invoice with Australian ABN

      look for the ones that are shipped from kogan australia.

  • dosada on 18/09/2017 - 10:24
    +17

    New level of greed. $1000 for a phone on special which doesn't even include a proper charger. To use fast charge you need to buy a spare charger. Pathetic

    • Associatednanoxz @ Dick Smith / Kogan on 18/09/2017 - 10:26
      +15

      That's the way apple runs

      • dosada on 18/09/2017 - 10:30
        +12

        That's fair enough but if their customers accept everything soon they will have to pay extra for the packaging, sim tool,…

        And yet there are some smarties negging my post for pointing out the obvious

        • eug on 18/09/2017 - 10:36
          +18

          @Flyingmoo: I think he's referring to the fact that Apple only provides a very slow 5W charger with such an expensive phone. That's a 1 amp charger. Cheaper non-Apple phones come with high-speed 10-18W QC2/QC3 chargers in the box.

          It'll probably cost Apple just cents more to supply a higher-powered charger, but they'd rather sell it to you as a separate accessory and make even more profit off you.

        • dosada on 18/09/2017 - 10:36

          @Flyingmoo:

          Please explain where here "To use fast charge you need to buy a spare charger" is a lie?

        • dosada on 18/09/2017 - 10:40
          +5

          @eug:

          That is exactly my point. The included charger does not support fast charge

        • netsurfer on 18/09/2017 - 10:46
          +1

          @Flyingmoo: He is referring to USB-PD fast charge (Apple equivalent of Qualcomm quick charge). You need the Apple 29W USB-C charger AND the USB-C to lightning cable. Both are over-priced to be honest. Most branded Android flagship include a quick charger charger (though they may not always include a QC3 charger - some only provide strictly speaking a QC2 charger).

          Apple does the same thing with iPad Pro. The included charger and cable are for normal charging. Fast charge requires 29W charger and the USB-C to lightning cable.

        • SydStrand on 18/09/2017 - 11:09
          +1

          @netsurfer: USB-PD isn't really 'Apple's version.' If anything, it's the open standard, while QuickCharge is Qualcomm's proprietary format. Google is pushing USB-PD as well,it's in the Pixel. It's a shame Apple didn't include one in the box, but cheaper USB-PD chargers do exist.

        • Zutter on 18/09/2017 - 15:12

          @Flyingmoo: mate get your facts right. The charger apple includes does not offer fast charge. if you wish to use fast charge you have to buy a separate 12W charger, that apple doesn't include in the packaging.

        • JoJoker on 19/09/2017 - 23:15

          @netsurfer: could I just get a higher watt rated charger from apple so I can also use it for a macbook? Seems excessive to buy a $70 charger for an iphone.

        • netsurfer on 20/09/2017 - 10:24

          @Strand0410: I don't get why everyone is picking on me regarding wording. I did not indicate USB-PD is exclusive to Apple at all. I just wanted to point out that (a) Apple picked USB-PD instead of Qualcomm quick charge and (b) dosada is referring to the new USB-PD as fast charging.

          It is NOT just get a charger and problem fixed. You need the USB-C to lightning cable (you cannot use any converter to convert from USB-A to USB-C as the required pins for USB-PD are only available on USB-C). It is something worth highlighting because if you simply buy the 29W USB-C charger without the correct cable, it is pretty much just like the 12W charger (which gives you only 5V charger).

          I am an Apple user and I agree that Apple should include the correct cable and the best adapter for the new iPhone. Apple include the right adapter for Macbook Pros (i.e. Apple did not go cheap and just include the 29W USB-C charger - they could, but that's silly). However, 5W adapter for iPhone 8/X, really? Apple.. come on…

        • netsurfer on 20/09/2017 - 10:29

          @JoJoker: If you have a Macbook Pro, it is worth considering getting the 61W or 87W charger instead - because you can also use that charger on Macbook Pro 13 or 15 inch respectively.

          However, iPhone 8/X, iPad Pro 10/12 inch models won't charge any faster on a 61W or 87W charger.

        • JoJoker on 20/09/2017 - 12:36

          @netsurfer: Thanks for your help. Would any old USB-PD USB-C charger work with apple's usbc to lightning cable for fast charging?

        • netsurfer on 20/09/2017 - 13:47

          @JoJoker: Based on the way Apple worded in their specs, my interpretation is that a USB-PD charger supporting 9V and/or 14.5V will be able to fast charge iPhone 8/X. This whole thing gets a bit tricky when you put iPad Pro 12 inch (1st gen) into the mix.

          iPad Pro 12 inch (first gen) and the 29W USB-C adapter were both introduced before the USB-PD specs is finalised, the 14.5V Apple chose for the 29W ended up not being in the final official specs. The 61W and 87W USB-C chargers do conform to the standard (supporting 9V and 20V).

          Not all USB-PD chargers are the same. If you have iPad Pro 12 inch 1st gen, then stick with the 29W USB-C adapter. I don't know about 2nd gen iPad Pros yet (since Apple don't really provide the clear specs online and fast charge isn't a feature Apple advertise for iPad Pros for some reason).

          If you can, stick with Apple chargers.

      • Anubis on 18/09/2017 - 10:34
        +1

        Doesn't everyone on OZB have the fast chargers by blitzwolf from banggood? They would work wouldn't they?

        • netsurfer on 18/09/2017 - 10:51

          They won't work on Apple iPhone 8/X/Pro (10/12) in terms of fast charge. Apple use USB-PD (to be fair, Google branded (all their Android devices) also only support USB-PD).

          USB-PD requires USB-C (because USB-C has more pins - basically has pins required to use USB-PD).

          Note: 5V @2A or even 5V @2.4A is not fast charge.

        • Anubis on 18/09/2017 - 10:54

          @netsurfer:

          Ah thanks, that's good to know, I was hoping it would work, guess not. Any cheaper alternative for this?

        • netsurfer on 18/09/2017 - 11:05
          +2

          @Anubis: For a $1000 phone, it is best not to use cheap chargers. If you have other i devices (especially iPad Pros (10/12 inch ones), a 29W USB-C charger and a USB-C to lightning cable can be used across multiple devices. You can still benefit from the 10W/12W charger - the one included with iPads, not really fast charge, but faster than the 5W charger included.

          Blitzwolf chargers often don't have over-current protection on the 5V port (they do have it on the QC port - they have to, otherwise it will fry the device). So, for their 2 port 5V 6A chargers, with just 1 port, you can draw the entire 6A out of it (if you have a device capable of doing that). Most phones won't draw that much out.

          It would be nice if Apple would include lightning to USB-C cable with their i-devices. After all, all new Macbooks only have USB-C ports. If Apple REALLY opt for USB-C because it is the future, they really should.

        • eug on 18/09/2017 - 11:43
          +2

          @netsurfer:

          Note: 5V @2A or even 5V @2.4A is not fast charge.

          Qualcomm QuickCharge 1.0 is 5V at 2A.
          Qualcomm QuickCharge 2.0 is up to 9V at 2A, or 12V at 1.5A (18W max).
          Qualcomm QuickCharge 3.0 is up to 20V with 200mV increments (18W max).

        • Anubis on 18/09/2017 - 11:45

          @netsurfer: Thanks for the detailed response.

        • netsurfer on 18/09/2017 - 12:29
          +1

          @eug: Apple fast charge (NOT Qualcomm QuickCharge). If QC 1.0 is so good, why are manufacturers going for QC 2/3? Also, how about QC 4 - which is USB-PD compatible?

          http://www.gsmarena.com/iphone_x_8_plus_fast_charging_cost-n…

          We are talking about iPhone 8, the latest and greatest so let's compare it with "current" flagship Android phones.

          As a supporter for BOTH Android and iOS, I don't see any need to sugarcoat Apple products. Shouldn't Apple be courageous and go USB-C like what they did to Macbook Pro? You cannot help but thinking it is a cost cutting exercise.

        • eug on 18/09/2017 - 12:36

          @netsurfer:

          Apple fast charge (NOT Qualcomm QuickCharge).

          There's no "Apple fast charge" so I assumed you were talking generally.

          You will get faster charging on iPhones with 5V 2A chargers though, so 5V 2A is a "fast charge" on an iPhone.

          If QC 1.0 is so good, why are manufacturers going for QC 2/3? Also, how about QC 4 - which is USB-PD compatible?

          Hmm? What's your point? I was just pointing out that a 5V 2A charge is considered a "fast charge" (it was even known as QuickCharge 1.0), since a "slow charge" is what you'd get from a 5V 1A charger. That goes for iPhones too - the included anemic charger is a slow 5V 1A charger, so a 5V 2A charger would be considered a fast charger.

        • netsurfer on 18/09/2017 - 12:53

          @eug: Please read the gsmarena article. Apple introduced it for iPad Pro 12 inch (as well as 10 inch one) - it's been around for 2 years. I am not sure why they left it out for iPad Pro 9 inch. The 12 inch iPad Pro really benefits from USB-PD fast charging (but that's $100 extra you need to fork out). Because of that, people already anticipated/expected it to be included in iPhone 8/X earlier on.

          Today, we don't consider any 5V@2A as fast charging now. Once you've used QC2/3 and/or Apple fast charge (or if you like the official name - USB-PD), you will generally not consider 5V@2A fast charge anymore.

          Basically, to enjoy all the features iPhone 8/X have, you need to buy accessories.

        • eug on 18/09/2017 - 13:12

          @netsurfer:

          Today, we don't consider any 5V@2A as fast charging now.

          We were talking about phones; 5V 2A is still "fast charge". There is no iPhone now that can charge faster - until the 8/X is available.

          With Android we're in a transition period - there's slow charging, fast charging, QuickCharge 2/3, and slowly but surely, USB-PD to rule them all. But right now the majority of the Android world is still "slow (5-7.5W), fast(10W), and QuickCharge (up to 18W)". Samsung doesn't even ship a USB-PD charger with the S8, even though it unofficially supports it.

        • netsurfer on 18/09/2017 - 13:29

          @eug: When Apple announced "fast charging" for iPhone 8 and every review article talked about Apple's "fast charging" for iPhone 8, they are all referring to USB-PD.

          Android is not in a transition period. Lots of phones already have QC2 or better. Apple is the one lagging behind (they were able to implement it for iPhone 6S but Apple chose not to, same for iPhone 7).

          Apple includes a 5W charger for the phone. The bottom line is that if you really want to opt for best charging solution for iPhone 8, you need a 29W USB-C charger and a USB-C to lightning cable.

          The point is: Apple have not shipped the best/most appropriate charger with their phones for years now and they are still doing that. This time, it is worse than before, because you need a new cable and a charger (so even if you have a Macbook or Macbook Pro, you still need a new cable).

        • eug on 18/09/2017 - 16:16

          @netsurfer:

          When Apple announced "fast charging" for iPhone 8 and every review article talked about Apple's "fast charging" for iPhone 8, they are all referring to USB-PD.

          Sure. That was just a week ago. Nobody even has an iPhone 8 yet, so your statement "Today, we don't consider any 5V@2A as fast charging now." is a little premature don't you think? 100% of iPhone owners now can only fast-charge their phone at 5V 2A.

          Android is not in a transition period. Lots of phones already have QC2 or better.

          Android is transitioning from fast charging (10W) and QuickCharge (18W), to USB-PD.

          So right now, "fast charge" is 5V 2A (10W), and then there's QuickCharge which is 18W.

          It's just semantics. I was only commenting on your statement that 5V 2A is not "fast charging". Right now, it still is - iPhones still ship with 5W slow chargers. 5W is slow, 10W is fast.

        • netsurfer on 18/09/2017 - 17:07

          @eug: As I have pointed out, articles are indicating Apple iPhone 8/X support fast charging. They do not consider the 5V 2A as fast charging.

          Just because I have Apple devices, I don't believe in that if Apple haven't done it, then it doesn't exist. Quick charge and USB-PD have been around for quite some time. Apple actually have the ability to implement it two years ago and elected not to.

          Right now, fast charging refers to USB-PD and QuickCharge 2/3/4. The 5V/2A was an excuse we Apple fanboys came up as a temporary excuse to make us feel good. With the announcement of iPhone 8, we no longer have that excuse officially. To make the matter worse, unlike Android phones, where phone manufacturers at least include the cable capable for fast charging, Apple have included a cable that's not able to do that. You cannot use a USB-A to USB-C converter for USB-PD (that immediately removes USB-PD, leaving you with just 5V charging).

          iPad Pro 12 inch implemented USB-PD two years ago. Apple have the ability and the technology to one up Android for iPhone 6S on fast charging two years ago and elected not to. So, let's not pretend that it didn't exist. It exists for at least 2 years, even for Apple. Apple was arrogant enough to not implement it for their customers until two years later.

        • eug on 18/09/2017 - 17:12

          @netsurfer:

          As I have pointed out, articles are indicating Apple iPhone 8/X support fast charging. They do not consider the 5V 2A as fast charging.

          And as I said, until people actually have iPhone 8s, 100% of all iPhones out there consider 5V 2A as fast charging. Once again, I was responding to your comment saying that today, 5V 2A isn't fast charging. Right now, it is - iPhone users cannot charge their phones faster than that.

          So right now, 5V 2A is fast charging.

          Same with Android devices. 5V 1A is slow charging, 5V 2A is fast charging, QC2/3 is QuickCharge. Simple as that.

          When USB-PD phones become widespread, then that will change. But that has not happened yet.

        • netsurfer on 18/09/2017 - 17:39

          @eug: I have iPhones, I don't consider 5V/2A fast charging. Apple don't either. This is from Apple's iPhone 8 specs:

          Fast-charge–capable:
          Up to 50% charge in 30 minutes

          Testing conducted by Apple in August 2017 using preproduction iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus units and software, and accessory Apple USB-C Power Adapters (29W Model A1540, 61W Model A1718 and 87W Model A1719).

          That's the fast charge definition according to Apple. That type of charging has been available for 2 years already. You kept on insisting Android phones are transitioning to it. The reality is QC 2/3 are ubiquitous for Android phones.

          Below is a forum post, have a read. That's the general opinion last year: i.e. you get faster charging with 10W charger, but most don't consider that fast charge. It also shows that since last year, people are expecting it to be included this year.

        • eug on 18/09/2017 - 17:53

          @netsurfer:
          Once again you're talking about the iPhone 8. Nobody has it. Right now, 5V 2A is as fast as iPhones can charge. Your comment said today.

          You kept on insisting Android phones are transitioning to it. The reality is QC 2/3 are ubiquitous for Android phones.

          Now you're mixing USB-PD with QC2/3. They are two different things.

        • netsurfer on 18/09/2017 - 18:20

          @eug: So you accept Apple's definition. That's good.

          Android phones currently have mostly QC2/3. Qualcomm 835 supports QC4 (not sure whether all phone makers using 835 will implement it or not). QC2/3 are different to USB-PD as you indicated. Android phones will probably transition to QC4 (which is a subset of USB-PD) as you pointed out. The only exception is Google branded devices (even if they use Qualcomm chipset). Google only support USB-PD.

          Apple's decision to use USB-PD is the right one (they already decided two years ago). Really wish they would at least include that USB-C to lightning cable. Apple, some people do have Macbooks and Macbook Pros 2016-2017 models. After all the pain with USB-C ports only, can't you at least just include a cable in iPhone 8/X?

        • eug on 18/09/2017 - 18:54

          @netsurfer:
          Not sure why you keep avoiding the only reason why I commented in the first place. Right now, the only way to fast-charge any iPhone in the world that's available to the public is with a 5V 2A+ charger. Correct?

          End of story.

          Android phones will probably transition to QC4 (which is a subset of USB-PD) as you pointed out.

          There you go; Android phones are transitioning.

        • netsurfer on 20/09/2017 - 10:49

          @eug: I didn't. You are just rehashing a point I made really earlier on (before your comments).

          Before you started picking on me, I already wrote this:

          You can still benefit from the 10W/12W charger - the one included with iPads, not really fast charge, but faster than the 5W charger included.

          According to Apple, right now, fast charging requires 29W USB-C charger and USB-C to lightning cable. It has been around for 2 years for iPad Pro 12 inch. People have been waiting for Apple to put USB-PD in for 2 years. They don't lie to themselves that it doesn't exist (just because general public don't have iPhone 8s in their hands yet).

          Your "right now" argument makes no sense. This is a deal for iPhone 8. To use the fast charge feature in iPhone 8 as indicated by Apple, what do you need?

          Can we please stop living in the past? I am not happy that Apple did not implement USB-PD for iPhones until now. Let's not sugarcoat Apple for holding back. They should have done that starting with iPhone 6S (they proved they can do it THAT YEAR with iPad Pro). Also, they don't include the lowerest rating charger for Macbook or Macbook Pro. Apple put in the correct cable and the fastest charger for Macbook / Macbook Pros.

        • eug on 20/09/2017 - 12:06

          @netsurfer:

          OK, reading through your first response again in your frame of mind, I can see why you're so insistent with your point.

          The confusion happened because Apple hijacked an existing term and changed the meaning. "Fast charge" has referred to 5V/2A charging for years. USB-PD charging is officially just called that.

          The person you were replying to was talking about the Blitzwolf fast charger. They won't "Apple fast charge" an iPhone 8 which is correct - but at the end you added a note saying "5V 2A is not fast charge". It is and has been for years - it would have helped if you clarified the difference between "fast charge" (because everybody and their dog here has a Blitzwolf fast charger) and "Apple fast charge".

        • netsurfer on 20/09/2017 - 13:08

          @eug: If you google "Apple Fast Charge", it is all about USB-PD fast charge.

          This is iPhone 8 and the general consensus (including reviewers, Apple, Google) is that Apple fast charge refers to USB-PD. There is faster charging (compared to the included 5W charger) and there is fast charge. Honestly, if you use tablets, you will know 5V 2A is not fast at all.

          Let's just use the Apple official definition for iPhone 8 and actually inform people that you need a different cable and a different charger to enjoy iPhone 8 fast charge. My point is, I don't want Apple users to be disappointed due to the wrong cable or the adapter being used.

          Any Blitzwolf charger claiming to support fast charge, but doesn't have at least QC 2.0 or USB-PD is simply tricking the customers. Blitzworlf chargers often allow over-current on 5V only charging ports consistently and their cables also let more current through than the official cables.

        • eug on 20/09/2017 - 13:59

          @netsurfer:

          You're simply choosing to ignore the long-understood meaning of "fast charge". Maybe being an Apple user you simply weren't exposed to it as much as non-iPhone users. That's fine, as long as you mention the difference when talking to someone who's talking about a charger that uses the long-understood meaning.

        • netsurfer on 20/09/2017 - 14:49

          @eug: I already posted Apple, Google, review example links showing other people believe what Fast Charge is. There are also Apple users asking whether Apple support fast charge like Samsung S7 last year. I did not bother posting the link because you kept/keep on using your example - your understanding as the most common understanding.

          I am using Apple's definition of fast charge. If that's wrong, you should let Apple know and have them change their iPhone 8 specs page. You started this meaningless discussion. You are simply picking on me, taking my comments out of context, removing bits which I talked about 5V 2A consistently. I stated multiple times that you do get faster charging with 5V 2A. It is just not fast charge (using Apple's own definition).

          P.S. I did not neg vote your comment.

    • netsurfer on 18/09/2017 - 10:40
      +1

      $1000 AUD for a new / just announced iPhone is normal I thought?

      Fast charge for iPhone 8, you will need either (a) the Apple 29W USB-C charger + the USB-C to lightning cable or (b) a Macbook / Macbook Pro with USB-C port.

      • dosada on 18/09/2017 - 10:42

        Exactly my point, i think the charger and cable are another extra $100 and that is ridiculous.

      • slipperypete on 18/09/2017 - 11:48

        so are you saying that if I have a new macbook and I bought a USB-C to lightning cable I will have quick charging?
        Is that through the computer usb c port or via the computer charging unit?

        I'm still on a iphone 6s….not sure if this new phone is worth the upgrade as yet for me

        I'm getting lost in all this tech!!

        • netsurfer on 18/09/2017 - 12:39
          +1

          If you have the 29W, 61W, or 87W Apple USB-C charger (i.e. you have a Macbook or Macbook Pro), that charger will provide fast charge to iPhone 8, iPhone X, iPad Pro 10/12 inch. However, you will need a USB-C to lightning cable (you CANNOT use any converter in between because the converter will not carry USB-PD pins when converting). Also, 61W and 87W adapters offer no advantage over 29W charger - the i-devices won't draw more than 29W even if you use a 61W).

          The USB-C ports on Macbook, Macbook Pros also provide sufficient power to fast charge applicable i-devices. However, when you put a dongle through the USB-C port on your Macbook / Macbook Pro, you will need to ensure the dongle also supports appropriate USB-PD pass through - some dongles don't). PCs/laptops/NUCs with USB-C ports which carry/support USB-PD on those ports can also fast charge those i-devices.

          Yes, it is a mess for USB-C currently. The Apple fast charge technology is not well known to general public. Apple and Google (note, that's referring to Google, the company, not Android) support USB-PD only (as that's the official standard). To be fair, Qualcomm came up with QuickCharge 2/3 when there was no official standard.

        • slipperypete on 18/09/2017 - 18:35

          @netsurfer:

          Hey thanks heaps for the detailed reply, that really helped clear it up. Cheers

        • netsurfer on 20/09/2017 - 18:00

          @slipperypete: Just an update. I read an article saying you get iPhone 8/X fast charge using a USB-C port on Macbook Pro with USB-C to lightning cable. However, I cannot find that article anymore so it is unsafe to still consider that to be the case.

          Based on the official Apple pages, you get iPhone 8 fast charge if you use USB-C to lightning cable AND one of the Apple's USB-C chargers (29W, 61W, or 87W). Therefore, it is better to assume that using USB-C ports on Macbook Pros won't give you fast charge until someone actually tries it out.

          Also, if you have first gen iPad Pro 12 inch model, Apple 29W power adapter is the one to get (don't get 61W or 87W). Apple have indicated that you can use any of the three with iPhone 8/X. It is unclear about the situation for iPad Pro second gen (10 inch, 12 inch second gen). iPad Pro 9 inch - there is no benefit getting USB-C since it does not support USB-PD.

        • slipperypete on 20/09/2017 - 18:59

          @netsurfer:
          Ok thanks for the update

          I'm still with my iphone 6s. Probably not sure whether to upgrade it as yet. For me the advantage would be waterproofing rather than the fast charge.

          Despite the good deals I may wait to hear what people say with use.

          Having the fast charge through macbook would be pretty handy though come to think of it

          Thanks again

    • whooah1979 on 19/09/2017 - 00:00

      $1000 for a phone

      hmm. anyone that can afford a $1k smartphone can afford a fast charger.

  • mooreshady on 18/09/2017 - 10:34
    +2

    Gosh i do hope the comments are just about the deal, not Apple and Android bashing.

    This is a great deal, another 2 months wait for saving $250. Happy to wait! But losing 1 year ACL warranty, hmm need to re-think.

    • WatchNerd on 18/09/2017 - 10:52
      -1

      Hmm isn't Dick Kogan a registered Aus company?

      • tukanglistrik on 18/09/2017 - 11:18
        +3

        Local AU stock have 2 year warranty.

        • superforever on 18/09/2017 - 11:34
          -1

          I think Apple warranty doesn't matter where you bought from.

          I have a friend took her UK iPhone to Hong Kong to fix.

        • eug on 18/09/2017 - 11:46
          +1

          @superforever: It depends on your luck. My friend's HK iPhone got rejected in Brisbane. Officially there is no international warranty for iPhones.

        • mooreshady on 18/09/2017 - 11:54

          @eug: New policy?

          My friend from Japan brought her Japan iphone to Melb Chaddy store, managed to replace for free, but took 1 week, as need to order the refurbished/replacement from Japan, was 2 years ago.

        • mooreshady on 18/09/2017 - 11:55
          -1

          oh, but just read top comment saying phone is from HK. So how it works? as long as ABN company sells, will be liable for 2 years warranty?

        • eug on 18/09/2017 - 12:00
          +4

          @mooreshady: Nope, it has always been like that. Some stores close a blind eye though, so it depends on your luck.
          https://www.apple.com/au/legal/warranty/products/ios-warrant…

          IMPORTANT RESTRICTION FOR iPHONE, iPAD AND APPLE TV SERVICE.

          Apple may restrict warranty service for iPhone, iPad and Apple TV to the country where Apple or its Authorized Distributors originally sold the device.

  • berryblur on 18/09/2017 - 10:38

    Good Find! Thanks alot.

  • RideCurbs on 18/09/2017 - 10:46
    +2

    $175.20 for AirPods

  • superforever on 18/09/2017 - 10:46
    +2

    Cheaper than getting from Apple Hong Kong, how can they do that?

    https://www.apple.com/hk/shop/buy-iphone/iphone-8/4.7-inch-d…

    • mrhorse on 18/09/2017 - 10:54
      +3

      The difference between a customer and a retailer…

      • superforever on 18/09/2017 - 10:58

        So new Apple Phone from Mongkok price will drop a lot.

  • SickDmith on 18/09/2017 - 10:49
    +1

    Can I buy local AppleCare for this phone?

    • OzBrogains on 18/09/2017 - 11:09

      no.

    • IMadeYouReadThis on 18/09/2017 - 11:19

      Can I buy local AppleCare for this phone?

      AppleCare is only valid in the country of origin.

      • katz on 18/09/2017 - 12:10

        I was able to buy Apple Care (AUD) for my iPhone 7 that was purchased through Dick Smith and checking my Serial status, ive got green ticks all around!

        • eug on 18/09/2017 - 12:15

          But will it work here?

        • katz on 18/09/2017 - 12:16

          @eug: Why wouldnt it? I purchased it over the phone with Apple Care Australia and confirmed they would.

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