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Hi, will the A31 SM-A315G/DS work after Telstra shuts down 3G? Current phone is a Xiaomi A3 which will not work but I’ve been offered the above phone from a friend. I read the Xiaomi was missing a …

Hi all I posted searching for a hdmi switcher and noticed on AE they sell a KVM to share a handful of USB’s, 2 x HDMI with a single monitor for $12usd (about double of just the hdmi switcher). I …

Hi I have a monitor with single HDMI. I use a couple of different PCs depending on if it’s work, personal, or a pc im fixing. I have a HDMI switcher which has a single button the flip between …

Hi My 4yr old received a MN99s RC crawler from Santa. She’s having trouble using the pistol grip controller that requires you to push your finger forward to go in reverse. Her hands are small and …

Hi I have a D3100 which I unfortunately dropped. I was going to pick up another D3xxx body however something more portable would be ideal. I don’t require removable lenses etc and pocket size is …

Hi Thinking of doing a stop over in Egypt. Can anyone suggest a tour guide? I don’t mind if they put us up in hostels, nothing fancy for accomodation required. Last minute so something all …

Hi Im thinking of meeting family in Germany. Leaving 30/11 to 30/12 give or take. I really would only catchup with them around 14/12 so I could do a stop over. Ideally I’m trying to keep flights …

Hi I’m helping someone sell their guitars. They have concerns about being scammed. How can I find out market value if nothing equivalent is for sale used? Music stores have not been useful.

Hi I’ll possibly be overseas in December. I will need access to voicemail and on one day I’ll need an ability to answer or make a call back to Australia. I can’t unfortunately change my number …

Hi I read the OzB post for Aussie broadband and noted the cheapest tiers are going up while more expensive are coming down. I then stumbled across this …

Hi Dumb question. I’ve hardly churned ISPs. Last time was based on the More CBA deal here and prior to that I used a gov website that gave all the ISP options (10 years ago at least). My More …

Hi Apple PCs etc all come with 1 year warranty. I’ve read a few sites that state Apple under consumer laws in Australia have to provide a 2 year warranty. However, I can’t find any ruling or …

Hi, purchased an item from Aliexpress from a Choice seller which I thought were more reliable. It seems my parcel was returned to the seller and I’ll need to open a dispute. My reading is that …

Hi I’m looking for a buggy style RC car for an uncoordinated 3.5yr old (and me:-)). It will mainly be used off-road and maybe skate/bmx parks. Ideally it will take a beating (accidental crashes) …

Hi Normal earbuds won’t stay in my ears sitting at the desk let alone moving. I have these wired Philips type that have extra rubber that fits inside your ear (not wrap around head etc) that …

Hi I have an old pc with waterblock. I’d like to have a go at watercooling. I want to test bed first and not sure exactly what fittings I’ll need. I was hoping to grab a bulk lot but it seems …

Hi Does anyone make their own PSU cables? If so where are you sourcing your components (cables, plugs, pins) and what is a reasonable molex crimper? I’m capable of the job (worked with high …

Hey OCAU is pretty quit these days. What’s a good active forum? Here and reddit is useful but there’s no continuity to threads. I like long continuous forums where each new reply appears below …

Hi I have a bunch of micro dell and Lenovo pcs with various OS’s. I’d like to replace them with a single pc and just spin up a VM when required. Additional cores would also be useful for data …

Hi all I have an elderly parent house bound with cancer. I bought them a Amazon 4k max as I have one and it’s seems intuitive enough to learn as they have zero tech experience and we’re …

Hi I don’t want to use my daily number for competitions etc as often you get spammed. What is the cheapest ongoing or yearly sim options? It doesn’t need credit it just needs to receive calls/sms.

Hi We want to dehydrate various foods occasionally . Kmart sells this for $55: https://www.kmart.com.au/product/food-dehydrator-42974871/ Are they any good? I’ve read that an air fryer can also be …

Hi Is there any tricks to setting up a new android phone when coming from an existing android? Apart from making sure the old one is backed up to the cloud do I just follow the onscreen …

Hi We need a cheap NFC phone and was offered an A32 4g model. It would replace a Xiaomi mi A2 (not the lite version). It looks better in most respects but will it take better or worse photos? Thabk …

Hi I've bought Bunnings, IKEA, ampol, and other giftcards via shopback. The shopback app is clunky for giftcards and if they closed the app I'd lose them. What's the best back-up …

Hi Is there a good cheap tester for lifepo4 cells? Thanks

Hi I need to arrange shipping and either pick-up or local drop off to a depot for a small item bought interstate. I looked at Sendle but it doesn't look like I can arrange shipping as the …

Hi My wife bought a square reader for market sales. You need to have your ID verified to use it. Their system uses two credit profile providers and Gov ID such as license, medicare and passport. We …

Hi Sorry wasn't sure where to post. My wife wants to open a stall at a market as a hobby. Cash is fine but what options exist to pay contactless? She has PayID but is there any simple tap and go …

Hi Bought a Alldocube Kpad for my mum who scrolls the net and plays games and it's quite nice but of course no security updates. I would like to get a tablet but as it will be used with …

Hi I don't have access to Choice if anyone does? I'm looking for a corded barrel vacuum. Bag or bagless is fine but it must have HEPA filtration. I know most have some sort of HEPA …

Hi I just smashed my TCL Plex. Everything about phone was great apart from the camera. I don't game etc so if my number one priority was camera performance what would be the best <$300 …

Hi Purchasing an item interstate. The seller is happy for me to arrange a courier but they don't have a printer and can't visit someone to print it Do any couriers provide a label on …

Hi So I bought my parents their first smartphone and it'll take a while before they get comfortable with it. Swapping the Sim it's painful and their current brick uses a full size Sim and …

Hi I was reading that the android 11 update to the mi A3 had bricked phones, was pulled, then rereleased but has lots of problems. I'm concerned about bricking my A3 if their updates are so …

Hi My laptop will take m.2 SATA or NVME. It only has 128gb and would like 500gb. Its just for school stuff so I don't really need top spec but should be reliable. I read that some chew through …

Hi Is there a better way to post to Germany / International other than Auspost? Should be reliable and cheaper :-) Cheers

Hi Setting up a TCL Plex. On first start walk through it asked if I preferred the swipe left/right GUI or the pull down drawer. I selected left/right. I've since watched some reviews and it …

Hi I have a smart meter but no remote reading. I've been told soon I'll have to pay for the reads. Are any retailers installing a smart meter by default if you sign up? Cheers

Hi all I received a Xiaomi 2S to compliment my earlier model 2. In the same room the 2 and 2s show different pm2.5 results, the 2 suggests 20-30, the 2S .001 to .002. The 2S should be the more …

Hi I need a 'premium' spotify account. It appears to be .99 for 3 month trial then about $12pm after that… Is there a way to get it cheaper?

Hi I wish to buy a grey market phone or two. Both eBay and AliExpress are adding gst. Is there any sellers that don't or a way around it? Thank you

Hi My wife and I both have private health with Bupa as individuals. We are trying for kids and assume a family cover will be necessary. Im quite confused as to how to choose a cover and what it …

Hi I am looking for a new Android phone that would be suitable for Australia and traveling in Europe. I really like the Lenovo Zuk Z2 but only want to spend $200 Aud. I found this …

Hi all I am awaiting delivery of a Chinese mini PC. I need either an M2 SSD or 2.5" SSD / HDD. I have not purchased storage in years so out of the loop and had no idea what m2 was. It will …

Hi guys I currently have a Windows L640. Really like the phone and OS but limited apps. I noticed the Lenovo ZUK 2 for around $200AUD which had good specifications for the price. I am with Aldi …

Hi I obtained a Citibank credit card for the cheque to self option. The annual fee on the card is $200/$250 due shortly. I would like to balance transfer the remaining amount to another credit card. …

hi guys, I have been doing some research and pretty sure im after a Synology ds213j. Do deals for these ever come up or is there a seller in Adelaide that matches interstate prices? they seem dearer …