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Sony Xperia Z 4G $0 on Vodafone $30 (24 Months Contract, 2 Months Free for New Connections)

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I know buying phones on telecom contract might not be most OzBargainers' preference. However with recent disappearance of cheap plans & $10 drop on this particular handset I think it might be a good price, especially for those who do not want to fork out a large sum for the handset upfront.

Sony Xperia Z 4G (Sony's top of the range phone around this time last year) — 1.5GHz quad core, 16GB storage, microSD slot, 5" full HD display, 4G LTE, locked to Vodafone.

$0 handset repayment on Vodafone's $30/month plan that gives you $200 call/SMS credit + 200MB data. Total minimum cost = $720. They are also running an online promotion at the moment with 2 months free access fees on new connections. So that's 26 months for $720.

$399 might get you an Australian stock of the same handset. That means the plans are $320 / 26 = $12.31/month, which is not bad. I guess TeleChoice $10/month 24 months plan is cheaper but no 4G.

Vodafone is getting better especially with their 4G.

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  • easternculture on 03/02/2014 - 18:14
    +10

    They are also running an online promotion at the moment with 2 months free access fees on new connections. So that's 26 months for $720.

    Its actually 24 months for $660 with 2 months free or $560 with Starthere $100 cashback

    • scotty on 03/02/2014 - 18:28

      Yeah I wasn't sure whether it's 24 months for $660 or 26 months for $720, but thanks the reminder about the cashback!

      • muncan on 03/02/2014 - 19:13

        easternculture is God?
        Not Morgan Freeman?

        • Gina Rinehart on 03/02/2014 - 19:27
          +1

          easternculture is Morgan Freeman

        • scotty on 03/02/2014 - 19:47
          +5

          Damn auto correction. Now I have to use my mod power to edit my old comment.

        • muncan on 03/02/2014 - 21:10

          Such blasphemy on my part… on here scotty is God!

    • davedrastic on 04/02/2014 - 13:12

      Hi there,

      I'm strongly considering getting this offer. I'm a bit confused about the $660 though. 24 x $30 = $720. So where does the $660 come from?

      And I take it that if you go through Vodafone directly you 2 extra months, whereas if you go through Starthere you get $100 off, but not he 2 extra months?

      Also, is there an NRMA discount? There have been on other Vodafone contracts.

      Also, does being a returning customer make any difference?

      Also, is 4g better for network reception? I only use mobile data very occassionally and often suffer from not having reception, when I'm in a store or such - will 4g improve on that?

      • zelda707 on 04/02/2014 - 21:19
        +1

        I'm a bit confused about the $660 though. 24 x $30 = $720. So where does the $660 come from?

        You get two months free so you take $60 from $720 to $660

        And I take it that if you go through Vodafone directly you 2 extra months, whereas if you go through Starthere you get $100 off, but not he 2 extra months?

        You still get the two months

        Also, is there an NRMA discount? There have been on other Vodafone contracts.

        Mentioned here

        Also, does being a returning customer make any difference?

        You don't get 2 months free

        • wtfnodeal on 04/02/2014 - 22:17

          Well done. Except for returning or renewing existing connection I think you can call to negotiate which Vodafone will normally let you get the two months free just like any new connections.

  • Tycn on 03/02/2014 - 18:19
    +16

    Good deal with the cashback, but only having 200MB a month for a modern 4G phone seems like a massive handicap.

    • ryang on 03/02/2014 - 18:48
      +6

      Couple of Youtube videos and GOODBYE DATA!!

    • dyziplen on 03/02/2014 - 19:11
      +2

      Did a speed test on Telstra 4G. Pulled 70 odd MBs. If Voda is anywhere close to Telstra's speeds, the 200MB will run out and you will be paying 10c/mb without even noticing. Doubt Voda's notification will come in time.

      • Unorthodox on 03/02/2014 - 19:21
        -1

        Voda sends you texts plus you can always use their app+widget.

        You can also purchase Data Packs.

        Voda's speed can be higher than Telstra's.

        • shk on 03/02/2014 - 19:26
          +2

          +1 for voda 4G speed. absolutely insane, but 500mb (for me) wasn't enough, so I went to LC 1.5gb for 2/3 of the price :)

        • rith on 03/02/2014 - 20:38

          LC?

        • billy_bob on 03/02/2014 - 20:47
          +2

          Live Connected, used to have really cheap plans, not so good lately….and service is not their strong suit.

        • dyziplen on 04/02/2014 - 14:11

          I get about 3MB/s on Telstra. You can pull 200MB in a minute at that rate. Doubt their system is that fast to send notifications, and you respond and stop the the usage or add a data pack in time.

          4G is FAST. 200MBs is getting less by the minute.

    • wtfnodeal on 03/02/2014 - 23:37

      Virgin Mobile has bonus 1gb data promo now on $40 or above plans.

  • simprosimple on 03/02/2014 - 18:37
    +4

    Yea… 200mb kills the deal

    • itsfree on 03/02/2014 - 19:32
      +2

      Yep. I'd stick with Hello Mobile or Lebara over them any day.

  • drknyt on 03/02/2014 - 18:50
    +3

    Phone is worth 429 bux at centrecom.. Not worth it if youre only after the phone.. Even if youre after the service, still aint worth it coz 30 plan gives you next to nothing.. Might as well interest free a phone with harvey if youre only after a handset

  • xsacha on 03/02/2014 - 18:53
    +3

    Phone: Worth $400
    Vodafone: 4G is decent but still
    $30/month plan: Worth $5/month due to 200MB data

    Overall even with cashback I wouldn't go for it :(. Disappointing.

    Edit: Just read that datapack is $10. Could be good with that for som people.

  • mousie on 03/02/2014 - 18:54

    1GB data pack for $10 this is a good deal for a premium handset

  • Frost2468 on 03/02/2014 - 18:54
    +5

    Why would they even include just 200Mb? Totally useless. Mobile data plans need to get with the times.

    • macrocephalic on 04/02/2014 - 12:04

      If you just use it for email and light web browsing then 200MB is enough. As soon as you start streaming anything or watching video, or even playing some games, you're going to run out.

      • ryang on 04/02/2014 - 12:30

        Also, make sure you disable app installs/updates via mobile data, assuming you can still do that on Android…

  • FXx on 03/02/2014 - 19:03
    -1

    Why don't Telstra have $30 plans anymore?

    • ryang on 03/02/2014 - 19:07
      +3

      http://www.telechoice.com.au/kogan-offers

      Close enough - Telstra network (outside of country/regional areas, fails over to Optus)
      $20/m - $500 calls, unlimited SMS and 1GB data

      • spy on 03/02/2014 - 23:47

        Beware you get 3G wholesale, not the NextG network

        • ryang on 04/02/2014 - 07:59

          Hence my comment;

          outside of country/regional areas, fails over to Optus

          For most people they will never notice the difference, but yes, best to be informed.

      • macrocephalic on 04/02/2014 - 12:05

        Thanks for posting - I hadn't seen that.

  • Ahan on 03/02/2014 - 19:12

    Is the cash back only available on new connection or existing customers as well?

  • Skinnerr on 03/02/2014 - 19:25

    I never got my vodafone cash back froim a year ago. Gotta say its unreliable.

    • quislor on 03/02/2014 - 19:34

      Was that through Starthere as well?

  • Raynes on 03/02/2014 - 19:25
    +2

    What's the point of 4G if you only have 200mb to use?

    • JetBombat on 03/02/2014 - 20:09
      +3

      So they can sell you more and finally make money on this?

    • scotty on 03/02/2014 - 20:17
      +3

      Same reason people buying fully sick SS or XR6T to drive on 60kph public road :)

      You can get bolt on extra data from Vodafone though.

    • bargainerftw on 03/02/2014 - 20:32
      +1

      They sign you up onto additional data packs. That's how telecoms make their cash these days.

  • EnALup on 03/02/2014 - 20:38

    Vodafone has removed free vodafone to vodafone free calls in the $30 plan. It starts from $40 plans now.
    Vodafone network is still crap and I left them last month after year of wait to see the imporovement after 4G.
    Their Customer service was good offering credits, but had to change after the contract was over.

    I am not sure if it is still active, but NRMA members get additional 10% discount as well on the bill.

    • wtfnodeal on 03/02/2014 - 23:06

      RAC membership in WA 5% off monthly access only

  • John on 03/02/2014 - 22:05
    +1

    Just beware.. even though its claimed to be waterproof, my phone got damaged when I wash it. And I couldn't claim on warranty because the water damage voids its warranty!

    • pyramid on 03/02/2014 - 22:29
      +3

      Why did you wash your phone…lol

      • Peace Maker on 03/02/2014 - 22:32
        +1

        Are you saying you don't put your phone in the dishwasher? Pfft.

      • spoonmugen on 03/02/2014 - 22:32

        if i had to guess… maybe he doesnt like using a greasy/dirty/grimey phone?
        and because the xperia Z is waterproofed for 10mtrs for 30mins?

        • 2024 on 05/02/2014 - 05:05

          Should have chosen the quick cycle instead of heavy duty then I guess.

      • Tycn on 03/02/2014 - 22:33

        If I had a Z I'd want to use it in the shower every day, do stupid things like drop it in a jug of beer, etc. All these stories of the water resistance failing makes that sound like a very bad idea though.

      • John on 04/02/2014 - 07:23
        +1

        Well The main reason I chose this phone was because of the advertised waterproof. Plus i work on a site a lot so it gets dirty easily.

        I closed my ports but obviously the rubber flap wore out and water got in. Apparently this is quite common in Sony forum.

        • grab_ur_freebies on 04/02/2014 - 15:31

          Phones advertised as waterproof aren't exactly unless there are no flaps & holes (eg. earphone jack, usb). IMO unit has to be completely sealed & have magnetic charging/usb port.

          Used to have a Moto Defy before & what I did was hold/put pressure the flaps (warn out & don't stay in place due to age) & use some duct tape to cover the earpiece, mic & speaker while washing it to have little to no water seep in. I have experienced water get in before & its a pain getting it to dry out & also have to use a backup phone.

          They should just nano coat ALL the components to make it foolproof. Moto G is headed in the right direction even though its not marketed as waterproof…

    • assailantsky on 03/02/2014 - 23:40
      +2

      Sorry to hear. I have a better experience: I'm washing my Z about two times a week due to work since its' release and my phone is fine. I've read somewhere that warranty is only void due to water damage if water got through your ports, i.e. the flaps are not closed or closed properly.

  • jikijiki on 03/02/2014 - 23:22

    My contract has already expired and I'm wondering if I should get the SGS3 or this, which one of the two is the more powerful machine?

    • wtfnodeal on 03/02/2014 - 23:35
      +1

      This

    • EnALup on 04/02/2014 - 11:34

      SG3 is older, smaller screen, only HD and slower processor.

  • Iwantthatbargain on 03/02/2014 - 23:51

    Thanks OP, I just placed an order for my daughter, I went through Starthere.com.au, and after placing the order I cannot see the activity, does it take a while to reflect at the starthere website ?

  • lostn on 04/02/2014 - 00:37

    Pity it's the Z and not the Z1.

    • paloverde88 on 04/02/2014 - 08:33

      The Z is a rushed out unit with the most horrendous screen. Sony then release the z1 meant to correct all the errors made in the Z so getting the Z would be a huge stupid mistake.

    • tonester on 07/02/2014 - 18:13

      it was a few months ago :)
      https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/115611

  • Lancerx on 04/02/2014 - 02:39
    +2

    word of advice! BE AWARE OF THAT 200Mb DATA OFFER! It will come and bite you hard if you don`t have wifi at work or home!

    • EnALup on 04/02/2014 - 11:41

      If you only check emails, use chatting app or surf internet sometimes, 200 MB will last a month.
      Its only video streaming or opening big attachments which takes the data usage.

      • elf888 on 04/02/2014 - 13:41

        Then, you don't need 4G. 2G plan will suit you.

        • EnALup on 04/02/2014 - 23:09

          Thank you, but I don't use Vodafone and don't want to change either to it.

          2G is too slow. Can you show me a link which says Surfing internet is good on 2G?
          4G gives a good experience in downloading the email headers and surfing internet and it does not mean you need to see youtube videos or stream videos.

        • muncan on 05/02/2014 - 00:08
          +1

          Unlimited 2G + unlimited talk + unlimited text for $2/day with T-Mobile prepaid* = bargain for USA jet setters
          (it was $1/day when I used it in 2012… so it's 1/2 the bargain it once was, but still a bargain)

          *thats the link which says Surfing internet is good on 2G

        • lostn on 05/02/2014 - 02:30

          You deserve a +1 for finding that.

        • EnALup on 05/02/2014 - 12:52

          It might be in 2012, but its 2014. But glad you spent time on finding that.

        • ryang on 05/02/2014 - 13:21
          +1

          At least with a 2G plan you'd be hard pressed to blow through 200MB a month….

          But being realistic for a moment, 3G speeds are usually as fast, if not faster than most ADSL2+ connections. I know mine is! But that's thanks to the marvels of copper!

  • cck on 04/02/2014 - 13:49

    Anyone else having trouble signing up to the starthere website? I've tried two different email addresses, facebook account and even tried using different browsers =="

  • THEMAN_AUS on 04/02/2014 - 15:56

    I have never paid Vodafone any less than $50-60 on their $30 plan. Avoid the plan. you're going to be paying heaps more once you get your bill..

    add: its a trap

    • wtfnodeal on 04/02/2014 - 16:26
      +1

      You have the wrong plan and should have upgraded on the first month when exceeded the included data and value.

    • mponderosa on 05/02/2014 - 09:43

      New year resolution for you: don't talk too much

      • lostn on 05/02/2014 - 13:52

        It probably came from excess data. 200MB is not a lot, and at 4G speeds you'll blow through it just loading up ads and not even realizing it. Then you get hit with excess charges per MB.

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