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Member Since 22/02/2017
Last Seen 25/02/2021
Location Brisbane

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fredskis commented on Win a ASUS ROG STRIX RTX 3080 and Other Prizes from Lian-Li
Used Quix98 Mine: https://wn.nr/QmJCmU
22/02/2021 - 20:17
fredskis replied to Kayfam on [Back Order] Philips Hue Gradient 65" $300.90 + Delivery (Free with Prime) @ Amazon UK via AU
The Hue Stream app runs in the background. I guess it might also depend on your Android TV and its specs and whether it forcibly kills...
03/02/2021 - 14:26
fredskis replied to Kayfam on [Back Order] Philips Hue Gradient 65" $300.90 + Delivery (Free with Prime) @ Amazon UK via AU
Does the Android TV let you install apps from the store? If so, give Hue Stream a go, it's based off what the device is displaying, whereas...
03/02/2021 - 11:54
fredskis replied to Presjar on [Back Order] Philips Hue Gradient 65" $300.90 + Delivery (Free with Prime) @ Amazon UK via AU
No, Hue Stream, I can't say I've tried Hue Essentials but it might be similar...
03/02/2021 - 11:51
fredskis replied to matt1234 on [Back Order] Philips Hue Gradient 65" $300.90 + Delivery (Free with Prime) @ Amazon UK via AU
To add to this, you can also use the Hue Stream Android app on an Android TV box like the NVIDIA Shield (won't work with HDCP sources...
03/02/2021 - 11:11
fredskis commented on [Scam] LEGO Retailer - Does Anyone Know Them or Have Dealt with Them before?
100% fake. Uses same style as a few others I've seen. I gambled on a couple of fakies with other products and lost. Only did it because...
21/01/2021 - 21:31
fredskis replied to F1ProjectOne on Bought a RTX 3080 and Got Scammed through Gumtree via PAYID. - Any Chance of Getting Money Back?
Probably not. Many banks will hold PayID purchases over a certain amount. I think CBA might do it for over $1000? You have until the next...
18/01/2021 - 17:04
fredskis replied to FSTB on Bought a RTX 3080 and Got Scammed through Gumtree via PAYID. - Any Chance of Getting Money Back?
PayID is fine (imo better since you can't be given counterfeit cash) as long as it's during an in-person sale. Paying in a cash-like method...
18/01/2021 - 16:54
fredskis replied to balders on [Backorder] Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box Surround Lighting $332.35 + Delivery (Free w/ Prime) @ Amazon US via Amazon AU
What's the problem with that limitation? You can have bulbs/lights in multiple entertainment zones so just make one that encompasses both...
08/01/2021 - 11:35
fredskis replied to ToonarmY on [Backorder] Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box Surround Lighting $332.35 + Delivery (Free w/ Prime) @ Amazon US via Amazon AU
Not without something like the HDMI Sync Box this deal is about. There's no way for the Shield to know what the console is outputting. The...
08/01/2021 - 11:33
fredskis replied to TogTogTogTog on [Backorder] Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box Surround Lighting $332.35 + Delivery (Free w/ Prime) @ Amazon US via Amazon AU
Huh? Philips Hue uses Zigbee, not WiFi, hence the reliance on the hub. Newer lights also support Bluetooth as well as Zigbee but the...
06/01/2021 - 15:35
fredskis replied to j33prong on [Backorder] Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box Surround Lighting $332.35 + Delivery (Free w/ Prime) @ Amazon US via Amazon AU
Interesting, I wonder if that's a recent change. Last time I checked maybe 6 months ago my 4K stuff didn't work and I remember reading that...
06/01/2021 - 15:31
fredskis replied to pizzaguy on [Backorder] Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box Surround Lighting $332.35 + Delivery (Free w/ Prime) @ Amazon US via Amazon AU
NVIDIA Shield (or any Android TV) running Hue Stream as long as not using HDCP content (i.e. no Netflix, Amazon, but can work with Plex)...
06/01/2021 - 13:14
fredskis commented on Razer Kishi Mobile Game Controller (Xbox Edition) $109.98 + Delivery (Free with Prime) @ Amazon US via AU
Seems to be expired now. Too slow, as always :(
21/12/2020 - 23:00
fredskis commented on Win Our Ultimate Xmas Camping Gear Giveaway Package Valued at $1095 @Outdoor Connection
Used JTL's Mine: https://wn.nr/T3AE4L
30/11/2020 - 11:18
fredskis replied to Tg147 on LEGO Technic: Lamborghini $455.99, Bugatti $444.99, Dodge Charger $124.99, Land Rover Defender $219.99 + Free Shipping @ Zavvi
I bought the Liebherr from IWOOT and the Lambo from Zavvi - both arrived in perfect condition and well packed. They're both owned by the...
27/11/2020 - 11:49
fredskis replied to Ayiruos on OnePlus 8 Pro 8GB/128GB UK Version $1,079.45 + Delivery (Free with Prime) @ Amazon UK via AU
I don't think there's any plan for n250 (mmWave) to come to Australia any time soon. We're way too dispersed, it's only really good in...
18/11/2020 - 15:03
fredskis commented on [PS4, XB1, PC] Cyberpunk 2077 Day One Edition - $29 When Trading 2 Selected Games @ EB Games
My Xbox One games: Halo 5: $6 Borderlands Handsome Collection: $12 Metro Exodus: $10 Dishonored Definitive Edition: $2 Rise of the Tomb...
07/11/2020 - 15:50
fredskis commented on Has AMD (and to a Lesser Extent Nvidia) Created The Perfect Storm for Gamers - Medium and Heavy Alike
The correct solution is to use your credit card with price protection to buy all new parts and get the difference refunded when prices go...
06/11/2020 - 13:24
fredskis replied to Felixrising on [Prime] WD 14TB Elements Desktop Hard Drive $299.41 + Delivery (Free with Prime) @ Amazon UK via AU
Looks like it, I just went to try and buy more but no luck :( Seems the best $/TB are the 12TB ones now
14/10/2020 - 18:35
fredskis replied to TomGum on [Prime] WD 14TB Elements Desktop Hard Drive $299.41 + Delivery (Free with Prime) @ Amazon UK via AU
Lets you add three more to a second cart but then when going to checkout says there was an error with the item and zeroes the item count as...
14/10/2020 - 11:55
fredskis replied to douglasabailey on LEGO Architecture Empire State Building 21046 $111.75 Delivered @ David Jones
Thanks mate, picked up the two architecture buildings and stacked with 8% off gift cards
24/09/2020 - 12:44
fredskis replied to doomswah on [Preorder] Xbox Series X $46pm / Xbox Series S $33pm Includes Game Pass Ultimate and Telstra Points @ Telstra
What about corporate discount? 15% is better than nothing 🙏🏽
22/09/2020 - 13:24
fredskis replied to whitelie on [Preorder] Xbox Series X $46pm / Xbox Series S $33pm Includes Game Pass Ultimate and Telstra Points @ Telstra
Have a look at the caret (^) conditions: https://www.xbox.com/en-AU/consoles/xbox-series-x#caret Only available to Telstra customers.
22/09/2020 - 13:21
fredskis replied to Dannyism on Philips Hue E27 A60 Colour Bluetooth Bulb $79 @ JB Hi-Fi
I largely agree with this. Colour is nice but for most people it's an unnecessary expense. Unless you feel you need the colour (some...
09/09/2020 - 11:36
fredskis replied to PaPaGeorGeo on Philips Hue E27 A60 Colour Bluetooth Bulb $79 @ JB Hi-Fi
Just a nitpick correction, none of the Hue range is Wifi. Newer models add Bluetooth and can be controlled directly from phone with no...
09/09/2020 - 11:21
fredskis replied to cheapass88 on Philips Hue E27 A60 Colour Bluetooth Bulb $79 @ JB Hi-Fi
If they fail, Philips sends you a new one. I have 20+ around my house and they've done this twice now. It's definitely a premium mark-up,...
09/09/2020 - 11:18
fredskis replied to monkeygod on LEGO Creator Expert: London Bus (10258) $179.99 Shipped (UK) @ Zavvi
Hmm I wonder how they compare to IWOOT. I got the Liebherr from IWOOT and it was in perfect condition. Bought the Sian from Zavvi and it...
01/09/2020 - 21:36
fredskis replied to justtoreply on LEGO Creator Expert: London Bus (10258) $179.99 Shipped (UK) @ Zavvi
I didn't realise there was a lifetime cap, hmm. I knew of the yearly one. I've been claiming back on it for a few years and probably only...
01/09/2020 - 21:35