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netslicer commented on OzBargain 2019 Christmas Donations - $25,000 to Charities of Your Choice
Another vote for the Smith Family.
11/12/2019 - 21:56
netslicer replied to yasui on Decent Free VPN for Phone Browsing?
I don't use their app either, I use Windows's built-in VPN settings too and have indeed seen injected ads on http (not https) pages. Most...
24/11/2019 - 11:27
netslicer commented on Decent Free VPN for Phone Browsing?
This [Free Seed4.me VPN deal](https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/482077) is not marked expired, so give it a try it may still work. Speed...
23/11/2019 - 20:13
netslicer commented on Need a New Umbrella
I bought the [Korjo Travel Umbrella](https://www.kogan.com/au/buy/korjo-travel-umbrella/) from Kogan earlier this year (during free...
04/11/2019 - 13:07
netslicer replied to browser on 4x 28-Day amaysim Renewals of 5GB Unlimited Plan $9.95 / $8.45 @ Groupon (New Amaysim Services)
No, it doesn't start porting until you receive the new SIM and go to activate it. (Which makes sense, as otherwise everyone porting in...
12/10/2019 - 09:22
netslicer replied to terrys on Kogan Mobile | $9.90 for 90 Days | 20GB Per 30 Days | Unlimited Talk & Text (New Customers)
Maybe it's because you are already on the "As You Go" plan? I just checked two expired amaysim accounts I have. One is already on "As You...
12/10/2019 - 09:14
netslicer replied to 0jay on ½ Price 28-Day Prepaid SIM with 15GB Bonus Data for First 3 Recharges: 45GB for $20 Shipped @ Boost Mobile
It "kind of" rolls over: * the standard data rolls over for the next 28 days only (instead of 12 months as people would hope) * bonus data...
01/10/2019 - 12:15
netslicer replied to Steptoe on ½ Price Boost Prepaid $30 SIM Kit for $15 (20GB + 15GB Bonus on 1st 3 Recharges) @ Coles
Based on previous comments (from people who actually did it, I think), if you're on a 28-day plan then recharge with 12 month plan: * bonus...
23/09/2019 - 12:32
netslicer replied to Drummo on Brilliant Smart Wi-Fi Plug with USB Charger $15 @ Bunnings
The problem might not be caused by the modem or wifi. Are you trying with Brilliant's own Brilliant Smart app? If so, try Smart Life app by...
18/09/2019 - 18:28
netslicer commented on Boost Data Rollover Query
IIRC, from the comments on a Boost deal, this is what happens: * any bonus data will not roll over * standard data from the 28-day plan...
06/07/2019 - 10:55
netslicer commented on Optus $30 Starter Kit for $10 @ Officeworks
Also available at Australia Post:...
05/07/2019 - 09:22
netslicer commented on Free Kindle Edition eBook: Using Psychology To Stop Procrastinating @ Amazon AU
I highly recommend this multi-part article about procrastination: https://waitbutwhy.com/2013/10/why-procrastinators-procrastinate.html...
03/07/2019 - 14:58
netslicer posted a forum topic [Update] AppGameKit: Easy Game Development
Steam link: https://store.steampowered.com/app/325180/AppGameKit_Easy_Game_Development/ Note: ends 6pm 19th May UK time, so 3am 20th May...
19/05/2019 - 17:01
netslicer commented on Freeview TV playlist
You can buy a TV streaming box, such as the [Vodafone TV](https://www.vodafone.com.au/vodafone-tv), install [Kodi](https://kodi.tv/) then...
19/05/2019 - 11:19
netslicer commented on Freeing up Storage Space on C Drive
> I have already done a disc clean up, emptied by Recycle bin etc. Is this done through the system's Disk Clean-up? If not, then do it...
09/05/2019 - 17:29
netslicer replied to djoz on 40GB | 30 Days | $4.90 @ Catch Connect (Usually $49.90)
Yes, I can confirm it works, all done online. Kogan => amaysim about 6 weeks after the Kogan plan expired.
07/05/2019 - 16:25
netslicer replied to GregMonarch on 6x 28-Day amaysim Renewals of 1GB Unlimited Plan (New Customers) $4.97 @ Groupon
Based on comments on other amaysim deals and some personal experience, a SIM is activated if: * you buy it using a credit card, or * you...
06/04/2019 - 17:31
netslicer commented on Any Good TV Shows?
Mary Kills People (available on SBS On Demand).
05/04/2019 - 09:09
netslicer commented on Refund Issued to a Card That Was Closed. Who Should I Chase for My Money?
Visiting a branch might or might not help. Instead, I would suggest: * Find BankWest's complaints department through their website and...
28/03/2019 - 22:39
netslicer commented on Good cheap phone only to make/receive calls
You might like to look at Telstra Lite and Optus X Lite. Both are basic phones for [$14.50 and $19.50 when on...
10/03/2019 - 17:06
netslicer replied to alvian on $1 for 1GB Unlimited Talk & Text 28-Day SIM @ amaysim (New Customers)
OK, no worries. I just thought it would be another good test case for the 10-day reset rule.
07/03/2019 - 19:01
netslicer replied to alvian on $1 for 1GB Unlimited Talk & Text 28-Day SIM @ amaysim (New Customers)
Do you remember how many days it was between placing the order (and thus activation) and actually start using the SIM? Based on [this...
07/03/2019 - 17:04
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01/03/2019 - 02:53
netslicer replied to noodle23 on Boosted Data Allowance - $10 3GB (Was 1.5GB), $20 5GB (3), $30 20GB (12), $40 30GB (22), $50 40GB (32), $70 65GB (52) @ Boost Mb
I guess they are like Telstra in that you need to sign for the package?
28/02/2019 - 10:54
netslicer replied to 7es7ash on Boosted Data Allowance - $10 3GB (Was 1.5GB), $20 5GB (3), $30 20GB (12), $40 30GB (22), $50 40GB (32), $70 65GB (52) @ Boost Mb
Just checked it out and they have indeed made some changes. And they seem to have removed the Day2Day plans.
27/02/2019 - 17:12
netslicer replied to newdad on How to get the best exchange rate? INTL bank transfer
I mentioned Citi only for cheques. Other options with better rates (eg. OFX) don't deal with cheques.
26/02/2019 - 18:05
netslicer commented on Amaysim - auto renew turned on
I've seen recommendation to change payment method to BPay to avoid such problems. I've done so on two SIMs, and so far so good.
25/02/2019 - 10:21
netslicer commented on Prepaid $40 Combo Plus Starter Pack – Now $9.90 @ Vodafone Online
I was going to mention that this deal is back (but with slightly different conditions). But on closer look, all the dates in 2018. Also...
24/02/2019 - 12:45