Cheaps "new" mobile (eg Samsung S5) phones on ebay?

Any idea why are these cheap on ebay compared to retailers like TGG, HN etc?
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/NEW-SEALED-BOX-SAMSUNG-GALAXY-S5-…

They didnt say anything on adv about this being refurbish…so any idea?

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  • Condition: New: Never Used :
    Seller Notes: “All phones leave our fulfillment centre in pristine condition in NEW SEALED BOX with absolutely NO sign of wear. All Phones come in retail packaging with all standard/generic accessories included. All of our phones are fully backed by our 12 MONTH Australia-wide replacement warranty and may have been activated earlier. You need to contact us for any warranty claim instead of the manufacturer . This is as brand new condition but not brand new unit. Actual battery life may vary depending on usage patterns, installed apps and phone settings. We may ship your item directly from our international warehouse. Please feel free to email us if you are not sure.”

    They might not be brand new and the box has been resealed (surprisingly easy to do). I would be worry about their tongue twisting definition of brand new condition but not brand new unit???

    • yeah, sounds fishy. Thanks for inputs.
      I am actually after brand new S5 which is believe is probably most reliable brand < 400aud ( looking at battery, camera, extendable storage, and reliable hardware Samsung)

    • This one with 20% code come up for $256 :

      http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Samsung-Galaxy-S5-G900i-16GB-Smar…

      New: Never Used :
      Seller Notes: “This item is not 'brand new' & sealed. Screen is 100% mark free w/ NO screen burn. Same as a BRAND NEW screen. Please refer to the 'condition tab' in our listing. This product is perfectly functioning & has passed our market leading 25 point test with flying colours! The Samsung Galaxy S5 is 100% Australian model & is an excellent condition but may exhibit minimal or minor marks, if any. Buy before 3pm & we'll ship overnight w/ an express courier so if you live in a capital city or regional hub you’ll get it overnight. The phone will be shipped w/ a GENUINE Samsung Wall Charger, USB Cable & GENUINE Handsfree. For same day delivery please click on the map in our listing to ensure your address is eligible. If you & pay before 1.30pm, select the DHL freight & the phone will be on its way for same day delivery.We’ll be in contact when the phone leaves our warehouse! Also next day delivery Australia wide is only available if you w/in the AusPost Express Guarantee area.”

  • Merged from Best deal currently — Samsung Galaxy S5

    Looking for S5 which I get at home within 4-5 days ( so overseas seller not an option)

    For now Is TGG $399-10%(ebay code) = $359 best deal?

    • hmm why not just combine your 2 posts about cheap phone and s5? you seems already decided inside your heart for s5 then go for it.
      we use and hold mobile phone like 5 hours a day you dont want to follow someone else suggestion but regret it at the end.

    • +1

      You'd be better with a Moto G4 Plus.

      • True, it has a much nicer screen. Only really lacking NFC.

  • alot of these 'new' phones are actually refurbished phones from China

  • thanks everyone.

    Any good deals on 64/128gb card?

  • BTW….what if I buy the $399 from TGG
    https://www.thegoodguys.com.au/samsung-galaxy-s5-charcoal-bl…

    and lets says in few days there is some code/voucher out for 10% or even 20% off, can I claim back the difference?
    If yes, any specific requirements from their end?

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