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Member Since 24/07/2013
Last Seen 23/08/2025
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Location Mandurah, WA

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Geekomatic commented on Phillips SHP9500 HiFi Precision Stereo Over-Ear Headphones US$48.20 (~A$75.17) Delivered @ Famous Audio Store AliExpress
How is the quality of the coating? I loved my Marshall set until they started getting mange (headband and cups) and later the wires at the…
23/08/2025 - 21:27
Geekomatic replied to G-rig on Brita on Tap Pro V-MF Water Filter System $86.79 + $9.95 Delivery ($0 C&C/ in-Store/ $100 Order/ DJ Cardholder) @ David Jones
I recall reading an article many years ago now (pre-outright fake BS), of a small area in Italy that did not have fluoridation. They didn't…
05/08/2025 - 20:54
Geekomatic replied to Masticccc on Sohl Glass Display Cabinet $99.99 @ ALDI Special Buys
This was a nightmare shifting last house move! And be very careful during assembly. Helps a LOT if it's assembled right where it's going to…
04/08/2025 - 15:40
Geekomatic replied to Merlict on La Española Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1L $13 (Was $26) @ Coles
Also, fold a paper towel down to about 3cm and rubber band it around the top of the neck. Then, replace when needed. Stops the bottle from…
31/07/2025 - 16:59
Geekomatic commented on ORICO USB-C 3-Port 5Gbps Hub: 2x USB-A 3.0 + 1x USB-C US$3.12 (~A$4.79) Delivered @ Orico Official Store AliExpress
Max output? Surely this won't power all ports at top speed?
02/07/2025 - 01:17
Geekomatic commented on Aerocool P500C Compact PC Case White $79 + Delivery ($0 VIC C&C) @ PC Case Gear
Every time I see white or clear, all I can see is it full of dust in a few months. Though, I guess the white bits won't show as bad, but…
02/07/2025 - 01:15
Geekomatic commented on HP Victus 16” 144Hz i5-14450HX 32GB RAM 1TB SSD Nvidia RTX 4060 $1399.20 Delivered @ HP Official Store eBay
Looked up specs at HP. How bad is this for general use and a bit of gaming? "300 nits, 62.5% sRGB"
30/06/2025 - 15:33
Geekomatic commented on Bunnings 30% Markup between Stores 10km Away from Each Other
Thank you for this post. I'll start checking ours from now on. That's really crazy!
12/06/2025 - 20:57
Geekomatic commented on MSI PRO Z890-P Wi-Fi LGA1851 ATX Desktop Motherboard $259 + Shipping ($0 VIC/WA C&C) @ PLE Computers
The 30% non-5 star at Amazon is worrying-- especially when the complaints are similar- especially MSi sh*t support. Good discount, bad…
12/06/2025 - 20:56
Geekomatic posted a forum topic Light Gaming Laptop < $2000
Basically, I'm helping my son's friend try to snag a great EOFY laptop. There "used to be" tonnes of sales but lately, nothing of any *real…
12/06/2025 - 20:49
Geekomatic replied to motion2082 on Is MSY Still The Place to Go for Computer Parts?
*PLE are on drugs, mark everything up and have the highest prices, they are the most professional though* Not sure what the drugs remark…
12/06/2025 - 20:35
Geekomatic commented on Click 3-Bar Radiant Heater $44 in-Store Only (Sold out Online) @ Bunnings
Imho-- I've used one like this for a few years now + ceiling fan on low pushing air down. Amazing job heating a large area. PS: We mainly…
12/06/2025 - 02:34
Geekomatic replied to FLICKIT on [Refurb] Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Touch Laptop: Intel i5-10310U, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD, Win11 Pro $485 Delivered @ CLS
Agree. It's just being honest to state the battery issue and many folks might buy it to leave it plugged in next to the old TV or in the…
04/06/2025 - 20:27
Geekomatic commented on Kogan Mobile Prepaid Plan Large 365 Days 300GB $159 @ Kogan
This sh1ts me. After being w/Boost for years, only to have them gouge. I now have to choose another. Issue: must recharge 6 June. I just…
03/06/2025 - 04:01
Geekomatic commented on Microsoft Surface Pro 11: X Plus, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD $1,497.60 ($1,414.40 eBay Plus) Delivered @ Dick Smith eBay
An upvote because "someone" is out looking for a deal right now. But for that inflated $, I'd rather hit a good refurb place on biz grade…
03/06/2025 - 03:43
Geekomatic commented on New 365 Day Plan Suggestion after Boost 365 Days Plan Expire
I'm looking for the same reason: Boost is gouging. Last year, 12mth was about 11GBpm/$16pm. Now it's up to $25pm. I don't need more data--…
31/05/2025 - 16:11
Geekomatic commented on KFC Enshittification Recipe. I Want to Eat Old Style KFC
We cried when they closed our local, "CHOOKS"! :(
31/05/2025 - 15:49
Geekomatic posted a forum topic Does Anyone Here Have Any Insider Info on EOFY Laptops?
There's been nothing, for months. Looking for a friend who would like med-gaming, 16-32RAM, two drive bays if possible. It seems eons since…
28/05/2025 - 00:00
Geekomatic replied to Geekomatic on Spend $X (Min $50) in 1 Transaction at Coles Each Week for 4 Consecutive Weeks & Get 10,000 Bonus Flybuys Points ($50) @ Flybuys
Not sure why I got a downvote for asking a question at OzB? Are you angry?
25/05/2025 - 00:36
Geekomatic commented on [WA] Valusoft 2-Ply 224-Pack Facial Tissues $1.49 @ Spudshed, Midland
Thanks. I only have itchy nose & always separate regular tissues. For $1.49, oh yeah!
24/05/2025 - 23:05
Geekomatic commented on Spend $X (Min $50) in 1 Transaction at Coles Each Week for 4 Consecutive Weeks & Get 10,000 Bonus Flybuys Points ($50) @ Flybuys
I didn't see this (in junk) and bought 50+ today. Can I activate after-the-fact?
23/05/2025 - 22:24
Geekomatic commented on [Student Beans, Student Edge] Edifier MR4 Studio Monitor Speakers (White or Black) $82.6 Delivered @ Centre Com eBay
100% Edifier. Damn good value. Support them & recommend them everywhere.
22/05/2025 - 22:15
Geekomatic commented on Dreame Hair Glory High-Speed Hair Dryer (Rose Gold) $148 + Delivery ($0 C&C/ In-Store) @ JB Hi-Fi
Literally thought I was clicking on earbuds- lol...
14/05/2025 - 00:22
Geekomatic commented on Sharing Wi-Fi between House and Granny Flat
A few years ago, I rented a house w/GF that I used as my office for a few months. I ended up using firmware from DD-WRT to flash a cheap…
02/05/2025 - 16:44
Geekomatic replied to superforever on Boost Mobile $300 Prepaid SIM Kit 365-Day 290GB for $230 Delivered @ Lucky Mobile
It all depends on what you need/where you live/use your mobile. I have found that Boost (Telstra) gets signal when I travel around better…
02/05/2025 - 16:29
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