Some good deals for Harvey Norman Cheap Thursday
LG G Watch $88
Samsung Galaxy S6 64GB $868 ($793 After Amex & Voucher)
GoPro Hero3+ Action Video Camera - Silver Edition $292 ($267 After Voucher)
Canon EOS 1200D Digital SLR Camera $338 ($263 After Amex & Voucher)
Fitbit Zip Wireless Activity Tracker $48
Acer V3-572-78VK Intel i7 Laptop $746 ($671 After Amex & Voucher
HP 110-501A Desktop $298 ($273 After Voucher)
$50 Back when you spend $300 Using Amex
$25 Off When You Spend $150
HP desktop looks like $499 at Joyce Mayne
http://www.joycemayne.com.au/hp-pavilion-110-501a-desktop.ht…
sounds cheap
1Tb, 4Gb, Intel Celeron
Not sure if joking…. Thats a terrible deal if youre looking for a good computer.
You can get much better performance for $500 by building your own. Even better if you can get windows for free (edu email)
I meant the box at $270 sounds cheap especially as Joyce is selling it for almost twice the price.
Joyce Mayne & Domayne who both have the HP at $499 are part of the Harvey Norman group, so you're comparing HN with itself.
Ohhh, i didnt read the whole post!
Huh, $270 is a good deal!
oh really? An empty box costs $50 alone.
The $50 cashback when spending $300 appears to hit it maximum users. I could no longer get that offer.
It's still available. Just registered 2 cards. It wasn't there for me when I logged in, had to open the deal first from the home page then login. It was there for my wifes card without having to open the deal first
To g watch or not to g watch . that is so freaking tempting
peddle and that what would be better ? . i m so tempting to get this one too :(
The original G watch had bad-mediocre reviews, I think at this price it's probably worth a try… I'll pass though as the build quality looks like it's only worth $30.
If you just want a basic Android wear watch for cheap it'll do the job. Bear in mind the shortcomings though: no HR monitor, no sleep button and mediocre screen. That said, for $88, it's probably worth it if all you care about is basic notifications.
Not sure why the screen is mediocre, looks fine to me, guessing ips
You really want LED in a watch. ie AMOLED.
But for $88, I might be willing to compromise.
I meant mediocre in a sense that it's average. Not bad, not good.
@nytrojen: mediocre has bad connotations, if I had a mediocre meal, I don't think anyone else would want one. Either way we are getting into semantics now
@manic: that last part of the statement :-) It's really the battery life you are complaining about then isn't it? Not the screen so much (if it's the low power properties you are after)
The brightness vs blacks debate will always rage on, you would love your amoled until you are out in the sun and can't see it
@Jackson: Semantics and interpretation. Regardless, the screen isn't as nice as the one on the G Watch R/Moto 360/Zenwatch.
mediocre has bad connotations, if I had a mediocre meal, I don't think anyone else would want one.
Well then, you are using the word wrong. Mediocre is only a negative if you are paying a premium price.
If McDonalds had mediocre food, that would be great praise.
I've been looking at the screen now off and on for 24 hours, and coming from a Pebble, it is a FAR nicer screen and ALMOST as good as my S4.
Obviously the Pebble kicks butt in bright sunlight - no denying that, but IMHO - not mediocre…actually pretty good, and probabl;y THE BEST SCREEN you're going to find on a watch costing $88.
I'm with you Jackson.
@manic: First entry on google:of only average quality; not very good.
"he is an enthusiastic if mediocre painter
Since average is relative, not very good speaks volumes
@Jackson:
"not very good" is used euphemistically for "bad". The literal meaning would be different.
Unfortunately, you may be confused by the word "literal" because of all the idiots who mis-use the word "literally" to mean "figuratively". Lets not do the same to mediocre.
The painter context is that you are looking for the best. The world has countless aspiring artists, but only a few make a living at it. Being average is not enough. See?
OTOH, a mediocre house-painter is fine. Using that word negatively for a tradesdman would be bad English.
@Jackson: "of only ordinary or moderate quality; neither good nor bad; barely adequate:"
"Average" probably would have been more suitable here, but the point is that it's not a great screen, and worth considering before buying it
@manic: I know the literal meaning, but I am afraid mediocre has already suffered the fate you fear. If people use the word mediocre to mean that they were relatively dissatisfied with something, than the word has taken on a new meaning. Just a trend I have noticed, in this case the bloke has been kind enough to clarify. I think his point is correct, average is definitely less ambiguous
Regarding the screen, I have one and I do prefer AMOLED screens in general, but I think the difference between them typical IPS screens to be overstated.
@Jackson:
Fort a phone, I think LCD has improved to be as good as AMOLED, but on a watch the latter gives a much better low-power always-on display.
worth to upgrade from galaxy gear 1 to this G watch? i have sammy phone
I just bought one today as an upgrade from the Galaxy Gear and it's night an day. The Gear is rubbish compared to this.
really? your gear 1 is with tizen or still with old o/s? how come rubbish? gear has camera and you can save few mp3 and stream directly to bluetooth headset. even apple watch cant do these
@erwinsie: Nah, my gear was the original one without Tizen. Pretty rubbish device in comparison. Not sure how this would compare to the newer gears but compared to my Gear it's a massive difference. A lot more apps, more functionality. I lose the camera but never used that anyway.
@GunnerMcDagget: well the gear 1 is upgradeable to tizen if you dont know, but interesting to read your comments about this g watch (have you receive it or just read the reviews?)
@erwinsie: I picked it up yesterday early and have been playing with it since. It's quite excellent. The battery life is horrible but that is most likely due to me constantly playing with it.
One thing I noticed in the reviews is that people complain about having issues in the sunlight. I'm guessing there has been an update since 'cause the maximum brightness is very visible in sunlight and they have a brightness boost toggle from the drop down menu to quickly toggle between max/normal brightness. Some of the custom watch faces also have a sunlight mode so you just click part of the watch face to go to max brightness.
GRAB IT! I picked one up on eBay to muck around with Android Wear for next to nothing as well and love it. Its not an LG Urbane or Moto 360 but for what you are paying it is awesome. Grab a black stainless steel watchband for less than $10 on eBay and you wont regret it.
LG G Watch has bad reviews I wouldn't waste $88 on something I'm not gonna use much
It's just not round…
Other than that, no heart beat monitor. But those are never accurate anyway.
Bottom line, this is a bargain, full stop. You're getting Google's original wearable.
Is the canon 1200d camera a good deal?
With the $50 Amex offer and $25 online voucher a GREAT deal. This is an entry level SLR though, but for a beginner its perfect!
IS LG G WATCH COMPATIBLE WITH IOS?
android only
Google-powered handsets Android 4.3 and above
Does iOS support lower case text?
You win the interwebs today good Sir.
didnt get it.
iOS 9 is the first time the keyboard shows characters based on the shift key.
@PainToad: so you mean YOU DONT ACTUALLY KNOW ON KEYBOARD IF YOU ARE USING CAPITAL LETTERS OR lower caps? hahah
You sound like a troll there. NO IT DOESN'T WORK WITH IOS. ANDROID ONLY. that's the response you should get, and I have proven lowercase matters.
If only there was some way to split the payment online. Have two Amex cards which would make that s6 very, VERY tempting
TRENT86 for PM!
No deals on TV? I'm after 55 inch
12%off on LG?
aldi Bauhn FULL LED with PVR 58" for $777
Well I know it's only first gen, but at $88, the LG G Watch is cheaper than I bought my Pebble for so into my shopping cart it went! I'll pick it up from my local store today.
Opps. Wasn't going to buy a smart watch just yet… Will be a 'proof of concept' purchase.
I actually quite like the look of the lounge on their Thursday ad… but can't find it on their website ?!
Here: http://snag.gy/uTGnM.jpg
http://www.harveynorman.com.au/furniture-outdoor-bbqs/yarra-… Is this the one? Can't seem to find the price though.
I think you're right - although it looks like a darker blue in their first shot - might just be the lighting though.
Not sure how they are advertising it as part of a Cheap sale, then not linking to it, nor giving a price. Very odd ?!
My partner likes the look of the lounge as well. Just did online chat and they couldn't tell me the price either. They advised to ring the store directly to get info.
Careful buying with 'Pickup' I've been waiting more than 5 months for my Kobo to come into stock.
Worth asking if any other stores have it in stock?
They do not.
I have a binding sales contract, since they took my money, and they have a binding sales contract with the wholesaler, since he took their money, but so far, no stock, discontinued.
sigh
Got the HP 110-501A for email/web/facebook games for my elderly parents.
Added a Canon printer $18, Philips earbuds $3 and AM/FM Radio $8 and Samsung screen protector $2 for a total of $304.
So achieved the $50 Amex cashback and online $25 voucher :) Total paid is $229. Bargain!
Now buy a ticket to NZ and get TRS refund
G watch quite tempting..
maybe buy two to use the $25 coupon and then return one in store?
LG G Watch limited to one per customer.
I have one already and think its great for around the office, it saves me having to pull out my phone every time I hear the bing and feel the vibes ;)
Bought mine direct from Google during their 3 day sale back in December 2014 for $114 delivered.
I grabbed a black and a white….will come in handy for gifts this year.
Nice find Trent86
I ordered a 1x black and 1x black/gold and used the $25 off voucher
$151 for both.
If I can, I'll return one in store otherwise i'm sure one of my mates will take it
During the excitement…I missed the $25 voucher!!
I just tried to cancel the order online but cannot. I can't be bothered to contact HN for them to cancel and then re-order online using the voucher.
I did just but a Telstra pre-pay phone for $10 with $10 credit….something to play with for an hour and then use as a paperweight/drawer filler/dust magnet ;)
This is what happens on pay day!
Got the S6 64GB with my Amex, order is being reviewed (not sure why), I already had a HN account so didn't get the $25 off but not to worry. Now I'll give the receipt to payroll and salary sacrifice it. After GST removal and paying for it pre-tax I should be out of pocket $484.10. Thanks for the excellent deal TRENT86!
Can anyone confirm if the LG G watch works with iphones?
I have searched for the last 20 mins and can't find anything on google to state that it does/doesn't pair together.
Does anyone have one now who can try with an iPhone?
=)
This question is literally answered on this very page. No*.
*Unless you jailbreak, but no idea on the quality of that tweak.
I'd be disgusted if my LG G Watch would work with an iPhone!
Probably enough to make me leave Android and go to a competitor…oh um er
Who ever has neg'd me you might want to read below which shows an android wearable device working with an iphone
Here's another neg for you.
if anyone wants to go halves, I ordered 2 for $151 so $75.50 each
If I can't return one, I could go halves with someone.
wherebouts are you located?
I'm interested if it's in black
i'm picking up form auburn store but i'm around the hills/parramatta area
called up the store to check on the order and they sold out, waiting for stock..
I'll update once it's in.
i bought white/gold but not happy at all, i liked black but was out of stock so made a quick decision and now regretting ;((
I think Gold looks the best form the pictures. What's wrong with it?
its personal choice i prefer black over white in all gadget. White one has 3 different colors white, gold and black. If its white it should all white like black is all black.
Black is actually black and gray if you look close.
@PainToad: ya did not notice that, in pictures it looks ugly but thanks to youtube videos reviews it not that ugly lol
I wear the white & gold one (or is it black & blue hehe), the only thing I don't really like is the cheap looking plastic band, but apparently you can replace it easily, so I think if you do that you can end up with a pretty decent looking watch.
@webbiegareth: ya i did not think of that, replacing white with blackish will do the job, great idea
Some examples:
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/22mm-Stainless-Steel-Metal-Watch-…
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/22mm-Stainless-Chains-Metal-Watch…
The second one says for LG Watch R but I think they're all compatible (and I think the W100 model is actually the "G", the W110 model is the Watch R), they apparently take standard straps.
EDIT - They take standard 22mm straps, so it'll be very easy to find whatever replacement strap you like :)
Looks like you can use the android wear watch with an iphone without jailbreaking it:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGlPzCm1Tg8&index=2&list=PLJ…
Only 1 lg g watch per person but some selfish took a dozen so now it is out of stock. Thanks.
Agree. Is this online only or we can get it at store?
Most stores still showing in stock for the black one?
Confirmed same price in store. Sourced a black one locally. Start calling…
Only white left on the watch. Tempting..
Anyone know of any decent priced alternatives?
I think the next cheapest are the moto360 and Zenwatch. While better than the G watch, those two are above $200 as well.
What's better about them?
They generally look better. There's not a whole lot of difference between the current android wear watches other than aesthetics, and some of the newer watches have a better battery life. The battery life on this watch sucks but for $88 it's pretty good.
trent86 rocks！