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ShoppingSquare - iPad 2 Price Drop - 16GB $479 -> 64GB 3G $779: Austwide Post $19.95 w/ Code

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ShoppingSquare - iPad 2 Price Drop - 16GB $479 -> 64GB 3G $779: Austwide Post $19.95 w/ Code
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Wally on 15/09/2011 - 12:50 shoppingsquare.com.au (6574 clicks)
Last edited 15/09/2011 - 14:04
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Apple iPad 2

16GB - $479
16GB 3G - $599
32GB - $559
32GB 3G - $689
64GB - $649
64GB 3G - $779

[Edit: Seems to be $10 cheaper per model than Kogans recent offerings with much cheaper shipping]

Order will be dispatched within 3 working days after payment confirmation by Fedex or DHL.

Comes with Apple International Manufacturer 12 month warranty - just take it in to local Apple representative

REDUCE POSTAGE to $19.95 Australia Wide Delivery including insurance by entering coupon code "iamfacebookfan"

[Edit2: Seems (according to their fb comments) an order for additional units has a 50% reduction off the shipping cost of those units ie $9.97 postage (including insurance) for each extra one shipped - IIRC Kogan charged the full $32 fee for additional shipments]

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  • JuryWheel on 15/09/2011 - 12:55
    +8

    $10 cheaper then Kogan, and cheaper postage too!

      • flashi007 on 15/09/2011 - 14:11
        -3

        Narrow minded

        • furythree on 16/09/2011 - 10:01

          ppl who buy only apple devices are narrow minded

      • flashi007 on 16/09/2011 - 22:19
        -2

        @ furythree

        I'm not sure what you are implying but by stating that the ipad 2 is not a useful device is rubbish.

        It may be the perfect tool for someone looking for a tablet runnig iOS - i'm no an apple fanboy, but it's irritating to see people comment as if their own opinion is fact

  • andy2 on 15/09/2011 - 12:57
    +2

    awesome deal! now if only shoppingsquare will do better deals on DSLR cameras. Bring it on!!

  • CyberMurning on 15/09/2011 - 13:02

    woah..

  • Garlic on 15/09/2011 - 13:04

    Price drop :) I love it :)

  • blaze on 15/09/2011 - 13:05

    under $500 for an ipad delivered… hmm not bad

  • cloud226 on 15/09/2011 - 13:05
    +6

    i would really be disappointed if i bought this and ipad 3 came out at October, but with all these discount, it appears more possible than ever!!!!

    • redfox on 15/09/2011 - 13:14
      +3

      These aren't discounted due to a new model though. They are discounted because they are imported from a cheaper region (Hong Kong).

      • cloud226 on 15/09/2011 - 13:37
        +6

        but even hk retail price is higher than this, i smell something unusual… :)

        • ccrap on 15/09/2011 - 13:46
          +23

          That would be the sweet scent of savings..

        • cloud226 on 15/09/2011 - 13:50

          lol

        • furythree on 15/09/2011 - 13:56
          +7

          what kind of retailer would source at retail….

    • Wally on 15/09/2011 - 13:25
      +1

      Instead of being like Jerry Harvey complaining about HN only making a 9% increase in profit - smaller retailers are creating more efficient supply chains ie a Gray Import
      Usually the downside is that it doesnt have a local warranty support BUT these iPads have an Apple International warranty

    • xerot on 16/09/2011 - 09:49
      +1

      Pretty sure the new one isn't due out til Feb

  • ironworthy on 15/09/2011 - 13:14
    +2

    but its shoppingsquare…

    • Wally on 15/09/2011 - 13:27
      +1

      But unlike other SS sourced products where you need to deal with SS for warranty/support this has an Apple warranty :)

      • furythree on 15/09/2011 - 13:57
        -6

        you would need it too cause its an appleproduct :)

  • Garlic on 15/09/2011 - 13:21
    +1

    That is the retail price in HK apple stores

    http://store.apple.com/hk-zh/browse/home/shop_ipad/family/ip…

    HK $3888.00/8 = $486.00
    Why do we always have to pay more for everything?????

    • CyberMurning on 15/09/2011 - 13:36
      -1

      so shoping square can sell us cheaper than hk price, thats good~

      do you mean why do we (here in australia) have to pay more for everything ?

    • lamerthanlam on 15/09/2011 - 13:36
      +9

      Its australia, we have to pay more for everything.

      • CyberMurning on 15/09/2011 - 13:40
        +1

        because we are here down under…….

        • bozter on 15/09/2011 - 15:19
          +6

          Yeah… You pay more for things down under LOL

    • heatseeker424 on 15/09/2011 - 13:48
      +1

      Most things are set at market price. If people are willing to pay $600 for an iPad and they can make a larger profit from doing so they will.

    • cloudy on 15/09/2011 - 16:19

      That's the price at the apple store, imagine their retailers, if it's like here where they go for 5-10% less it'll be around 470-440 bucks

    • heatseeker424 on 15/09/2011 - 13:49
      +34

      You'd have to sell quite a few socks to get an iPad.

  • CyberMurning on 15/09/2011 - 13:39

    USA price for 16gb3g is US$629. is anyone know if i have a friend in USA now and she will go back to sydney, if she can buy it at that price (USD629) without any tax and bring it back here for me ?

    • heatseeker424 on 15/09/2011 - 13:50

      Yes but why, it's cheaper through this bargain?

    • Matador_OZ on 15/09/2011 - 16:16
      +10

      I think you would know if you have a friend in the US, how are we supposed to know

    • antwill on 15/09/2011 - 16:53
      +1

      Sales tax depends on the state they are in.

    • [Deactivated] on 15/09/2011 - 16:53

      Depends on the state (US sales tax)

  • sasangeleus on 15/09/2011 - 13:42
    +1

    lol older sock

  • dailyblitz on 15/09/2011 - 13:44

    First post has to go this deal, needed a 16gb wifi so awesome stuff.

    • CyberMurning on 15/09/2011 - 14:08

      based on my experience, i regretted i bought ipad 1 wifi only.
      go for 3g, you never know when you need it. sometimes there is a good deal on cheap data plan here on ozbargain.

      • zzyss on 15/09/2011 - 14:28
        +8

        See if your phone has data and personal wifi hotspot functionality. Saves on the cost of having separate devices with duplicated functionality.

        • CyberMurning on 15/09/2011 - 14:32

          i did that. but if you on travel, that way will cost your phone battery, and you cant be separated from your phone….

        • A Banana4scale on 15/09/2011 - 19:27

          mifi anyone?

      • endotherm on 15/09/2011 - 15:03
        +1

        I agree, I should never have listened to the salesman as to the "differences" being just one has 3G and one doesn't. The 3G version also has true GPS and a proper accelerometer. I found out the hard way when trying to run various navigation and speed apps. I was happy not having 3G (I use a single mobile WiFi hotspot for whatever device I want to use) but had to jailbreak and use hacks to get the other features. This means I walk around with a pocketful of support gadgets that also need charging :(

        • A Banana4scale on 15/09/2011 - 19:32

          although when you tether it to the iphone, the iphone can pass GPS data to the ipad albeit with 1 minute gaps

  • dreamscene on 15/09/2011 - 13:51
    +16

    God, $170 for 48GB of extra storage. Apple makes the most expensive flash memory.

  • orp on 15/09/2011 - 14:07
    +3

    I assume that if you order more than one in the same transaction, then it will push it over the threshold for GST to apply at customs? Gotta be careful of that when looking at combined shipping.

    • ccrap on 15/09/2011 - 14:14
      +1

      Correct. 2 x 16gb wifis are fine. Anything else and customs could slug you with GST as the total will be over $1000. Better to just pay $10 more postage of you want 2 or more units

      • ep on 15/09/2011 - 16:17
        +1

        Why would you pay duty if you are purchasing and paying an Australian business with an ABN???

        • ccrap on 16/09/2011 - 01:06
          +1

          Usually, you'd be absolutely right, no issue, but if you read the last ipad deal thread from SS a few users mentioned that the tax invoice they received didn't have a break down for the GST component. I suspect as they are essentially drop shipping these from SS's HK arm, they show the sale on their internal systems as originating in HK. When you combine that with an item coming into Australia from overseas addressed to you and worth over $1000, then you could get slugged as technically GST has not been charged on the goods. Whatever the case, my point was who wants to go through all that crap for $10 so if you are buying more than 1, just order them separately.

  • ca6leguy on 15/09/2011 - 14:12

    Does Apple warranty also covers grey imports?

    Where does it say international warranty?

      • [Deactivated] on 15/09/2011 - 15:26
        +1

        Not sure, apple does

    • zzyss on 15/09/2011 - 14:29
      +3

      See the Kogan deal thread. Somebody there actually got a comment from Apple about it. Seems to be fine - you can just walk into an Apple Store anywhere and they will support you as long as it's still in warranty (which starts from the moment you first activate the device in iTunes).

      • Wally on 15/09/2011 - 15:12
        +2

        As zzyss says and as SS clearly state it is covered by - Apple Manufacturer Warranty - that's the way Apple rolls

    • Bob_Fossil on 15/09/2011 - 15:18
      +1

      From the "Important Information" PDF for iPads on Apple's site:

      -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-
      Service options, parts availability and response times may vary
      according to the country in which service is requested. Service options
      are subject to change at any time. You may be responsible for shipping
      and handling charges if the product cannot be serviced in the country
      in which service is requested. If you seek service in a country that is not
      the country of original purchase, you will comply with all applicable
      import and export laws and regulations and be responsible for all
      custom duties, V.A.T. and other associated taxes and charges. Where
      international service is available, Apple may repair or exchange defective
      products and parts with comparable products and parts that comply
      with local standards. In accordance with applicable law, Apple may
      require that you furnish proof of purchase details and/or comply with
      registration requirements before receiving warranty service. Resources
      with more details on this and other matters on obtaining warranty
      service are described below.

      -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-
      Clearly mentiones seeking warranty service in a country that is not the country of purchase. I couldn't see anywhere any limitation of warranty to the country you bought it in.

  • starlancer on 15/09/2011 - 14:22

    These are the 2011 models right??

    • CyberMurning on 15/09/2011 - 14:54

      doh, since when ipad 2 comes in 2 models…
      yes 2011

  • starlancer on 15/09/2011 - 14:26
    +2

    Just bought a 32gb Wifi model.. works out $20 cheaper than the Kogan deal.. thanks :)

  • aldog on 15/09/2011 - 14:34
    +6

    They even use engrish for their coupon codes.

  • ozb-442 on 15/09/2011 - 15:02
    +2

    Great deal, good to see some rivalry between Kogan and Shoppingsquare!

    • CuteChocobo on 15/09/2011 - 15:06
      +1

      yup~ win-win for consumers =)
      let the price war continue!!

    • Adamiam on 15/09/2011 - 15:08
      +1

      So why didn't you +?

      :P

  • netsurfer on 15/09/2011 - 15:04

    Last time when I was at an Apple store, I heard the Apple staff telling a customer that they do price match (BigW was having 10% off). What's the chance of Apple price matching this? While it is good ShoppingSquare is doing this, I am not a fan of ShoppingSquare or Kogan.

    • Garlic on 15/09/2011 - 15:05

      But BigW is a store and this is online, so maybe not.

      • netsurfer on 15/09/2011 - 15:12
        -1

        No harm to try right? Too lazy to call.. hehehe…

        • Garlic on 15/09/2011 - 15:14
          +1

          Let me know after you call them :)

        • netsurfer on 15/09/2011 - 15:35
          +3

          Has to be physical stores.. you are right.

        • Matador_OZ on 15/09/2011 - 16:20
          +2

          you can do it, you know you want to

  • Adamiam on 15/09/2011 - 15:08
    +1

    Even better than the Kogan deal. Maybe Apple will take notice, and give Aussie's a fairer go.

    • Wally on 15/09/2011 - 15:19
      +1

      With the guy that used to be responsible for Apple worldwide distribution taking over the top job upon Jobs' departure - and this local price jostling - we can certainly hope so!!

    • muskawo on 15/09/2011 - 15:20

      Sadly i don't think apple will ever drop their prices that low. They do mark up a bit, but you also have to consider the fact that some of that money goes into having things like the genius bar - which cheaper brands don't have anything like. you have to pay a premium for quality. However due to parity i think they should really drop prices a bit lower.

      Obviously apple have worked out what price people are willing to pay in each country they sell in, and in asia people aren't willing to pay the premium that we are - probably due to the market being flooded with cheap knockoffs.

      • A Banana4scale on 15/09/2011 - 19:39

        If the genius bar did this, I'd actually buy an iPad

      • muskawo on 16/09/2011 - 08:34

        what did I say that deserves a downvote?

        you people are all mental midgets. vote up a dude who puts an apostrophe in "aussies"

        should rename this site ozbogan

  • annoynimous on 15/09/2011 - 15:10

    hope you guys don't get a 1 month wait on shipping :D

  • watwatwat on 15/09/2011 - 15:38
    -1

    iamfacebookfan
    iamthewalrus
    doodoogagoo

  • xristo on 15/09/2011 - 16:11

    to those asking why we pay more for everything.

    we are 1% of the global market, and it costs a whole lot more manufacture and ship to australia for such a small market….so deal with it.

    • anti-hero on 15/09/2011 - 16:40

      plus 10% GST

      • Garlic on 15/09/2011 - 17:15

        don't forget we had sales Tax before GST

    • newguy on 15/09/2011 - 16:53
      +7

      So Hong Kong is 0.3% of the global market but the price there is cheaper than Australia.

      • antwill on 15/09/2011 - 17:00

        What xristo is getting at is that it costs a lot of money to neutralise gravity, so that they don't fall off the Earth when being shipped to Australia. I mean that's the only explanation right?

        • annoynimous on 15/09/2011 - 17:20
          +2

          it's expensive to ship to australia, there are pirates constantly roaming around the sumatra islands along the Timor Sea, insurance companies charge a hefty sum per trip.

  • OzBLover on 15/09/2011 - 16:15

    Just order 1. great price

    • [Deactivated] on 15/09/2011 - 16:56

      yes sir!

  • aurotaro on 15/09/2011 - 16:32
    +7

    Thought the ozbargainers were against SS. Shows that we can crack on our principles as long as they lower the price ;)

    Reverse prossies.

    • netsurfer on 15/09/2011 - 17:32

      Not everyone. Kogan / SS is the reason I don't want to get it. Though I guess not wanting an iPad 2 at those prices is the main reason (greedy). HP TouchPad fire sale (which I missed out) also had some effect. Come on HP… make some more TouchPads.

      Also, not a fan of iTunes… quite annoying.

      • muskawo on 15/09/2011 - 17:42
        +1

        I have heard from people who work at apple that they will soon update the firmware on ipads so you dont have to connect to itunes ;)

        • flipstardirect on 15/09/2011 - 20:25

          yep, over-the-air (OTA) firmware updates with iOS5 :D :D

          thought kinda affects my Justin-Bieber-ing hobby

  • issh on 15/09/2011 - 16:53
    +1

    Yay!
    Cheaper for us!

  • GreatWhiteHunter on 15/09/2011 - 17:24
    +2

    dONT FORGET moneybackco!!

  • jimmyqi on 15/09/2011 - 17:32

    Is this price inc GST?

    • muskawo on 15/09/2011 - 17:44

      because it is shipped from overseas it doesnt have gst added. However I think if you buy over $1000 of product in one go customs/the taxation dept add the gst. Someone who knows more will come along soon with a better explanation I'm sure!

      • antwill on 15/09/2011 - 17:51

        You are correct. $1000 is the GST-free threshold.

      • jimmyqi on 15/09/2011 - 18:44

        Thanks mate, so if I go overseas I can't claim the GST, it seems if I buy from JB hifi and claim the GST it would be the same price probably.

  • mikedavis67 on 15/09/2011 - 17:50
    -1

    Shipping comes up as $49.00 and the code doesn't seem to be working… any idea

    • z10cvbnm on 15/09/2011 - 17:55

      works for me mate.

  • strat on 15/09/2011 - 18:05

    I think this is the first time you guys have been so nice to shoppingsquare normally you attack with 10 negs instantly as soon as this store name pops up.

    • kingsurf on 15/09/2011 - 19:25
      +1

      To be fair it could be because the other deals are crap.

      • Garlic on 15/09/2011 - 19:44

        AGREE

    • bozter on 16/09/2011 - 08:11

      Thats mainly because of their customer service I guess….

  • cptzz on 15/09/2011 - 20:11

    Price is good = one plus, but give me a reason to upgrade from ipad to ipad2.

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