2014 webos model LG store is coming soon. but youtube, bigpond movies, abc iview is pre installed
Sorry I forgot to update yes it is eligible for $150 myfun gift card
So price is now $1498-$150 = $1348
LG 55 3D Smart TV Model 55LB6500 2014 MODEL FOR $1498 + $150 MyFun Gift Card @ Betta Electrical
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Can someone confirm if this still has PLEX support using the LG media(something) app like the older models? I like the looks of webos but want plex :-P
Interesting that their website still says $1987
http://www.betta.com.au/tvs-and-audio/tv/lg-55lb6500-led-3d-…
so it is $1498 plus $150 myfun gift card, better edit the title, as myfun gift card is not equal to cashback or visa prepaid card.
Though should mention you dropped $170 on extended warranty, that Consumer Law covers anyway.
Doesn't consumer law only cover two years? I think the $170 covers 5 years all up.
Consumer law covers the "expected life" of the item purchased. A tv's expected life maybe 5-7years so consumer law states manufacturer and seller must cover it for that period.
Cool. Thanks
Consumer law covers the "expected life" of the item purchased. A tv's expected life maybe 5-7years so consumer law states manufacturer and seller must cover it for that period.
Try getting any manufacturer or retailer to fix a TV for free after 5 years. You will be laughed at. They will also laugh at any Fair Trading/Consumer affairs department that contacts them on your behalf. Fair Trading will then tell you to take them to court if you want a resolution.
Try getting any manufacturer or retailer to fix a TV for free after 5 years.
Yeah, the manufacturer may not like it, but FT will absolutely support you.
I had an LG set repaired by LG after 4+ years due to FT intervention despite the wty being 12mths…FT agreed that a reasonable person would expect a big ticket item (in this case a $2500 TV) should last a minimum of 5-7 years. LG hated it, but the law is the law, they couldn't escape statutory warranty obligations.
Fair Trading will then tell you to take them to court if you want a resolution.
That's just stupid, FT will suggest nothing of the sort with regard to a statutory warranty issue.
The 'extended warranty' (insurance policies) sold by retailers is just a tool to milk suckers out of their money…
Yeah, the manufacturer may not like it, but FT will absolutely support you.
Yes, support. But only to a certain extent.
LG hated it, but the law is the law, they couldn't escape statutory warranty obligations.
If LG dug their heels in then it would have ended up in small claims tribunal. Fair Trading can only push them towards a resolution.
That's just stupid, FT will suggest nothing of the sort with regard to a statutory warranty issue.
Stupid? If an agreement between all parties can't be reached where do you think the dispute ends up?
Yes, support. But only to a certain extent.
If LG dug their heels in then it would have ended up in small claims tribunal. Fair Trading can only push them towards a resolution.Nonsense. I'm not sure if you're aware of what the 'statutory' part of 'statutory warranty' means, but that consumer protection is legislated!
Stupid? If an agreement between all parties can't be reached where do you think the dispute ends up?
Just to put this in simple perspective…as noted, I have direct personal experience that FT can & will enforce your statutory rights as a consumer…period. With the very same manufacturer no less. They do not refer you to the local court if your claim falls within their purview IME.
Seriously, if you have direct personal experience where you've been turned away from FT for a statutory warranty claim (with similar circumstances) in the manner you suggest then I'd love to hear about it…but if you're just making an assumption based on some pretty specious bush lawyering then you're doing yourself & other readers a serious disservice.
I don't know what planet you live on - if you're in Newcastle here is some information straight from the NSW DFT website which would cover you. They cannot "enforce" your rights or force any business to do anything. They can simply make lots of phone calls and send some sternly worded letters.
http://www.fairtrading.nsw.gov.au/ftw/About_us/Our_services/…?
What we can do to help resolve complaints?
We will contact each party to seek a mutual resolution to the complaint. We aim to resolve most complaints within 30 days. Please keep in mind that if a complaint is complex or the parties do not co-operate, then this time may vary. Please also keep in mind that we cannot order or direct either party to resolve the complaint, only a court or a tribunal can do this.What happens if the complaint is not resolved?
If a mutual agreement between the parties is not reached, we will provide options that may assist you reach a resolution. This may include tribunals, other government departments or independent legal advice.Look mate, no need to get so catty over this. You can also just come out & say you've got no direct personal experience with this, just speculation, there's no shame in that.
As per your link:
What happens when the law has been broken?
If we find that the law has been broken, we will inform the trader and seek to remedy this. In some cases, we will also consider if more action is needed to protect other consumers.
Call me old fashioned, but "more action…to protect other consumers" kind of implies enforcement of the aforementioned broken laws. I'm no lawerologist, but I presume this includes the Trade Practices Act et al. Might not necessarily help you, but it's at least some deterrent & inducement to capitulate. You can complain about it not being enough all you like, but if you've never tried it out, then you really don't know what you're talking about.
All I can say is that they got me the same kind of win against LG that you are suggesting is impossible; indeed, as I've described several times on OzB; all I had to do was stand up for my rights as a consumer…if you are too soft to do that, effectively quitting without a fight, then you deserve to be walked over by retailers & manufacturers.
Look mate, no need to get so catty over this.
Says the one making accusations of assumptions, bush lawyering, etc. I'm simply stating facts. Just compare the amount of italics and bold highlighting in each post.
As per your link:
That is for clear cut cases of non compliance. They're not going to launch court action against Sony because your TV died after 7 years. Seriously, some common sense is required here.
I'm no lawerologist, but I presume this includes the Trade Practices Act et al.
Ah, I didn't think you were. You just had a TV replaced and now you're an expert on consumer law. Just FYI, the TPA was renamed years ago. I'd say it's a good idea to refer to the relevant Act when arguing about it.
You can complain about it not being enough all you like, but if you've never tried it out, then you really don't know what you're talking about.
What have you tried out in the Consumer Act? You ran to Fair Trading and they convinced LG to agree to replace your TV. Nothing was ever tested in court, your request could have easily been determined to be unreasonable in front of a court or tribunal. LG caved in, but they could easily have been pricks too if they weren't worried about the matter escalating.
All I can say is that they got me the same kind of win against LG that you are suggesting is impossible
Please provide a link to where I said it's impossible. If you read (and comprehend) what I've written, all I've said is if the other party does not agree to resolve the matter to your satisfaction then there is no enforcement action Fair Trading can undertake from that point and it will end up in front of a tribunal or court. Seriously, I can't work out what you don't understand about this process.
indeed, as I've described several times on OzB;
A single experience? Is that it? And the funny part is after all your arguing, your only example you can provide is a TV replacement after 4 years, when my original statement was 5 years.
all I had to do was stand up for my rights as a consumer
Technically you didn't - you had to get a government agency to do all the arguing for you. You didn't do much standing up if you needed to pass the matter onto them.
Really, if you don't believe me, pick up the phone and ask them. You don't believe whats written on their site, so maybe you need it explained to you verbally.
Yeah mate, you really are letting this get to you…otherwise you wouldn't be crying so hard over the formatting & punctuation…settle petal! ;)
Like I keep saying, I've had practical experience & a win in a near identical (really, splitting hairs over 4+ vs 5 years???) scenario for which you said "Try getting any manufacturer or retailer to fix a TV for free after 5 years. You will be laughed at." (some pretty strong negative connotations there); you have nothing but supposition (much like assumption of the steps according to you I never followed to pursue the claim) & your own interpretation of both the law and the efficacy of intervention by the relevant govt watchdog.
Look, as I inferred, if you wish to live under the assumption that you have no recourse in these matters, go right ahead because that's your loss…but don't think you have carte blanche to foist that opinion (and in the absence of experience or practicum that's all it is) off on others as the last word on the matter…because in my experience you are dead wrong.
I'll admit, yes I've only had to take this route once…but 100% win ratio is nothing to sniff at IMHO! :p
Now, this is rapidly becoming one of those OzB debates, so I will bow out & wish you & yours a lovely evening! :)
Is this a negotiated price or an advertised price?
Just FYI
This TV is eligible for MyfUN voucher as well
"** BONUS MyFun Voucher Offer! **
Purchase this qualifying LG TV before July 8th 2014 to receive a $150 MyFun Voucher via Redemption! For full terms and conditions or to make your claim, see the LG website"
http://www.lg.com/au/promotions/MyFunPromo
or
http://www.lg.com/au/promotions/promo_TV/index?cmpid=2014_05…
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