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NAS (2 Bay) with Cloud Backup

Looking for a 2 bay NAS with cloud backup to Google Drive or OneDrive, that I can use as cloud storage for my Eufycams.

Smart Watch Recommendations

Looking for a watch for the wife for running/cycling/workouts/casual use. The features she would like are: * Time (duh) * HRM/distance/energy * GPS location tracking * music (via bluetooth …

Nanocam Plus Mirror Mounted Dash Cam

Are these worth buying or is there a better option? https://www.supercheapauto.com.au/p/nanocam-nanocam-plus-108...

Laptop 2 in 1

Anyone know a better deal than this - https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/502104 - for a 12yo girl about to start high school next year?

Looking for a new front-load washing machine

Thinking of going with a Quickdrive WW85M74FNOR (https://www.samsung.com/au/washing-machines/washer-ww7800m/) or the Addwash WW85K54E0UW …

Smart Watches with E-Sim

I'm looking to go running without my phone but would still like to listen to music and take/make calls. Do e-sim smart watches do this? Can they be linked to the same number as my phone? Can …

Google Pixel 4 vs Samsung Galaxy S10e

Looking to grab one of the recent deals - https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/491152?page=1#comment-7871... or https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/491146. Upgrading from a Pixel 2 64gb, and could use …

First phone for a 12yo

Looking for a first phone for my 12yo. I notice Aldi have the Nokia 5.1 for $19, but also the Motorola G6 marked down from $279 to $199. Which of these wins? Alternatively, was considering the LG …

JB Hi-Fi

Telstra Port Out/In @ JB Hifi

Hoping to take advantage of some of the port in deals. I'm out of contract on the Telstra Go Mobile Plus BYO plan. Anyone able to advise the best method, particularly in Brisbane CBD or North …

Smart Security Camera Suggestions

I currently have several Google Home devices, and 2 Nest Protect smoke alarms. I'm looking to get some cameras for home security, and can't decide what to get. I'd like these cameras …

Mesh Wi-Fi Advice

I've just moved into another 2 story timber house. The router (NBN supplied Huawei HG658 connected to HFC) is in one corner upstairs. Currently the connectivity is tolerable, but I haven't …

Soundbar for Small Media Room

Anyone able to suggest a good 5.1 soundbar (overkill?) for the kids' small media room (about 3m x 3m)? Mostly just console games, Netflix and the odd movie. I couldn't be bothered …

Best Place to Get Destiny 2 for PC

Unfortunately I missed this https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/413530. I don't suppose anyone got it and doesn't use it and would be able to gift it (if this is even possible)? Otherwise, …

Powerline Network Device

Looking to try ethernet over powerline to stream 4K video from my Plex server to my Nvidia Shield. Anyone able to recommend the cheapest decent model?

Subwoofer for Home Theatre

Looking to replace my faulty Klipsch Sub 10 which keeps blowing fuses, so I suspect an internal fault somewhere. Lounge is only small (3m W x 4m L x 2m H). The Sub 10 may have been overkill, so …

TV Audio for Small Room

We have a 3m x 3.5m media room with a view low ceiling (1.8m). Looking for suggestions for audio to couple with the 55" Samsung NU8000. We're certainly not audiophiles, and mainly use this …

<50" TV for console gaming

Looking for what these days would be classed as a smallish TV (under 50") for my boy to play his XBox One S. Preferably UHD and HDR. Doesn't need to be a smart TV (I'll use a …

TV Recommendation - Budget $1k

Looking for a UHD TV ~$1000, with the following: HDR Good for watching sport Can run Plex and Netflix (without too much clicking around) LED

Entry Level Laptop <$500

A friend is looking for a cheap laptop for his daughter starting high school next year. Money is tight, so $500 would be the absolute maximum (preferably less). I could point him at some used …

ShopBack AU

Shopback - When Does Your Activity Appear

I bought a Dell monitor on Saturday through Shopback, but haven't received any email and see no cashback activity on their website in my profile. I suspect this may not have gone through. …

Dual VESA Mount

Anyone able to recommend a decent dual desk mount for 27" monitors?

Asus KG271UA Monitor - Anyone Know Much about It?

Can't seem to find much info on this monitor, but it seems to be the cheapest 27" QHD 144Hz monitor I can find (~$499, or currently ~$399 on eBay sale). Anyone know much about it?

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Cheap Ray Ban Sunnies - Fake Site?

Looking at (Suspicious / Scam Site Link removed) and see a lot of cheap sunnies. Get the to checkout asking for CC details (no Paypal option) and it doesn't have a https URL. Should I be …

Gaming Monitor 27", 2k, >= 75hz

Anyone seen any good deals going around at the moment?

AOC AG322QCX Vs ViewSonic XG3240C

Tossing up between the AG322QCX for $599 vs the XG3240C for $699. Anyone able to help me decide? Budget is a deciding factor, so leaning towards the AOC – definitely don't want to spend more …

JB Hi-Fi

JB Hi-Fi Refusing to Pricematch Umart

Apparently Umart are a "factory outlet", so they refused to pricematch on Logitech 533 headphones. Might try another store and see what they say.

Myer, David Jones and JB Hifi Gift Cards and Refunds

If I was to buy something at these stores with a gift card and return it for a refund, would they refund to my bank account or would they only refund with another gift card?

Tablets with a stylus

I'm looking for a Tablet to do One-Note with a stylus, watch movies, and perhaps run some topo mapping apps. I'm thinking an 8" would be best, but willing to look at 10". 4G …

Standing Desk Recommendations

I have a standing desk at home, with a permanent height. This requires the use of a stool, which is fairly uncomfortable. I'm thinking about changing to a variable height desk and more …

10" Tablet Wanted by 04/01/2018

Need a tablet for my mum before Thursday 4/1/2018, so need a local seller. Basic browsing, Netflix, basic photo editing, Microsoft Word (or Google Docs). Currently considering Lenovo Tab 4 10 …

Magnetic Phone Holder

Anyone know if you can get magnetic holders similar to the Xiaomi Roidmi, that can be stuck to a surface (i.e. don't need an air vent)?

Xiaomi Dafang Help

Having trouble getting this working. Managed to hook it up in Mi Home, but can't really get it to do anything. I've managed to see what the camera can see, but it's very choppy. …

2TB Desktop HDD

My TV can't handle anything over 2TB apparently, so looking for an external, powered HDD - preferably one that shuts down when it doesn't detect a USB connection (ie when the TV is turned …

External Desktop HDD

Looking for a powered desktop external HDD for my smart TV. Anyone seen a better deal than this? Seagate 3TB Expansion Desktop Hard Drive $139

Kogan 42" LED TV - any better deals?

My mum wants to buy this – https://www.kogan.com/au/buy/kogan-42-led-tv-full-hd/?utm_so.... Any reason why this isn't a good deal, or any suggestions on a better deal?

Looking for a DAB Radio with Bluetooth

Anyone spotted any good deals? The Aldi unit I bought just isn't good enough - patchy reception, annoying controls etc.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Pro Prime - or is it?

Just bought one of these, and noticed on the box is just says Redmi Note 3 (makes no mention of Pro Prime). Any easy way to tell which version I have?

Sourcing Windows 7

About to build a new PC, and would rather use Windows 7 Ultimate for old device compatibility reasons. Anyone know where I can source it?

Gaming PC <$1,500

I've checked out the Whirlpool build recommendations, but it's all a bit confusing still. Anybody able to recommend a pre-built PC or DIY components under this budget?

Photo Book/Canvas Prints

Just got back from holidays, and would like to get some photos printed. Any bargains at the moment?

Canon Australia

Canon Cashback December 2015

Did anybody receive their cashback from the Dick Smith run-out sale in December last year?

ZTE Blade S6 and T-Mobile

Anyone able to confirm if this phone (http://www.ztemobiles.com.au/feature_Blade_S6.htm) will work with T-Mobile (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/T-Mobile_US#Radio_frequency_sp...) in the US for phone …

Google Cardboard

Anybody able to recommend a good supplier for a cheap unit? I know they're less than $10, but don't want to buy a dodgy version.

Upright Freezer

Frost free required up here in Brisbane! Looking for a large one (~200L or higher). Any boxing day specials?

AM/FM DAB Radio with BT input

Any units that can do all this, preferably in a small form factor? Battery operation would be a bonus, but not essential.

Iron Recommendations

After an iron <= $100. Does the Choice report list any?

4 Slice Toaster

I've got a voucher to spend at The Good Guys. Anybody able to advise which 4 slice models were recommended by Choice? Paying $23 for their report seems a bit steep.

iPhone/Android Speakers

Looking for a unit that functions with either iPhone 4 or Android, preferably with charging built in for both (though this might be overly optimistic). I understand bluetooth speakers are universal, …

iPhone 4 Battery Powered Dock

The wife's second Logitech PureFi Anywhere 2 dock doesn't work on battery any more. Before I even think about replacing it, I'm keen to hear of any similar (but hopefully more …

ALDI

Aldi Stirling 190L Upright Freezer

In the market for a new upright freezer, and this one popped up. Any idea if it's good value? https://www.aldi.com.au/en/special-buys/saturday-22-february...