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ZTE Axon 7 (Snapdragon 820, 4GB RAM, Dual SIM, 64GB Storage) - $299 from Officeworks (Limited Stock)

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ZTE Axon 7 (Snapdragon 820, 4GB RAM, Dual SIM, 64GB Storage) - $299 from Officeworks (Limited Stock)
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goldiep on 12/01/2018 - 18:21 officeworks.com.au (8512 clicks)
Last edited 16/01/2018 - 16:11 by 2 other users

Great phone for $299. Expected to receive android Oreo in April 2018. Comes with 2 years Australian warranty and $300 accidental damage claim (details noted below - excellent for those with butterfingers). The handset is Daydream compatible and has excellent audio capabilities. Full specifications and additional information can be obtained from ZTE Australia.

Item is available pickup only and is limited - ring ahead or check for stock on the Officeworks website.

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AXON 7 VIP Complimentary Accidental Cover Package - AUD$300.00 value
Your purchase of the AXON 7 Australian edition comes with a complimentary VIP Accidental Cover Package valued at AUD$300.00. You can use this package to cover the cost of replacing your device should you ever damage the handset physically as in a smashed display or damaged ports which are normally not covered by warranty. The only exclusions are Liquid damage and loss of the device, so keep your AXON 7 out of contact with any liquids and don't loose it. This package gives you protection to the value shown for your device until either the end of your 2 year warranty period or the package is used up.

Additional information on Whirlpool here & here.

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    • ozhunter68 on 12/01/2018 - 21:48
      +2

      Well done. You got lucky there. Only Gold for $355 and 2hrs driving return for my nearest store for that too.

    • Munjeev on 13/01/2018 - 00:22

      Hi Nmk
      Which store was this From?

      • nmk on 13/01/2018 - 21:40

        vic park, WA

  • homersyd on 12/01/2018 - 21:37
    +1

    there should still be a few at chatswood (sydney) if anyone wants it

  • Allaa1980 on 12/01/2018 - 21:41
    +2

    In WA I just bought one from Morley store and they had another one that was not sealed. I'm pretty sure the Malaga store also has one or two.

    • hollykryten on 13/01/2018 - 11:44

      The other one was either a customer return which was put back on the shelf or an ex demo stock.

  • homersyd on 12/01/2018 - 21:42
    +1

    one more thing - the I cant seem to find the VIP program anymore on their website…only an old post on their FB so not sure if this is still offered? (as I recall that was just for pre-launch??)

    • ml17 on 12/01/2018 - 21:56
      +1

      http://www.ztemobiles.com.au/feature_AXON7.htm

      Click the accessories tab and scroll down. Yeah, they should have made it more evident but I guess at the price point maybe they don't want to be replacing/fixing all these Axon 7s

  • illumination on 12/01/2018 - 21:51
    +1

    Interesting.. This vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 vs Xiaomi Redmi 5 Plus vs (yet to be released) Xiaomi Redmi Note 5?

    Mainly thinking of processor

    I'd imagine there's no way the battery life of this would be better than the 4000ish mAh of the 2 already released Xiaomis with the efficient Snapdragon 625.

    edit: Whoa this has USB-C!

    edit 2: and NFC. I would presume Band 28 too given that it's AU Stock.

    • garage sale on 12/01/2018 - 22:08
      +2

      the zte also have band 28 for telstra and optus users …. my sons redmi note 4 lost coverage while on holidays my lg didn’t ….. band 28 support.

    • Autonomic on 12/01/2018 - 23:04
      +3

      I'd say this. NFC, USB-C, stock android, fast charging and 2 year warranty is worth it.

      • garage sale on 13/01/2018 - 08:49
        +1

        yeah deals like this lessen the need to buy chinadroids to get a full feature phone for under $400.

  • windwai on 12/01/2018 - 22:26
    +2

    HA! reminded me this deal.
    It is still my current phone :)
    As I dont play game so it is fine, install a custom rom can get it more updates.

    • ozhunter68 on 14/01/2018 - 16:05

      Haha, tried to get that but missed out as they would not sell to me outright or not even post paid month to month.

      Happy with a Moto G5 Plus now though :-)

  • lawrst on 12/01/2018 - 22:39
    +2

    Thanks op!!

    Got one in Keswick SA. I believe there was one left in store. This was about 830 tonight.

    • OzSikh on 13/01/2018 - 11:42

      830

      What do you mean by this ?

      • illumination on 13/01/2018 - 12:49
        +1

        8:30pm..?

        • lawrst on 13/01/2018 - 15:23
          +1

          Yeah 8:30pm sorry

        • illumination on 13/01/2018 - 15:41
          +1

          @lawrst: I think it was pretty obvious because you said "830 tonight" lol

  • AssociatedSeeKo @ Officeworks on 13/01/2018 - 00:18
    +2

    It's marked as a clearance product in store. Put the ticket out myself this morning. Even if it says limited stock, that often means there's one or two odd lying around. Definitely worth calling ahead though and be patient because it's back to school period so there's a good chance there mightn't be anyone available to answer the phone during peak hours.

    • goldiep on 13/01/2018 - 00:23
      +2

      Any policy if you purchase a gold unit for $355 and they too are discounted within a week or two to $299? Will Officeworks refund the difference?

      • OzSikh on 13/01/2018 - 00:27

        Nope, unless you use your CC with Price Protection !!

        • stephd on 13/01/2018 - 00:34

          I have purchased mine for $355 tonight too. I called the store earlier to check if they had stock and they said no. But I already got an email an hour after purchasing saying its ready for collection at the very same store.Is there any chance of them refunding the difference tomorrow when I go to pick up OzSikh?

        • OzSikh on 13/01/2018 - 11:18

          @stephd: was that a Gold or Gray color?

      • AssociatedSeeKo @ Officeworks on 13/01/2018 - 12:00

        Within a week maybe? Probably not two weeks. Returns are generally authorized by a manager so it'll vary from store to store.

        • goldiep on 13/01/2018 - 18:36

          So you can get the difference back within a week of purchase?

        • AssociatedSeeKo @ Officeworks on 14/01/2018 - 18:32

          @goldiep: It's not a set rule. It depends on the management really. No harm in asking? I know it's been done before.

  • Beancurd on 13/01/2018 - 00:37
    +2

    It's a good phone, but You will only use it for a year and a bit, since it has biggest flaws/defect with the camera. It happened to my AXON 7!
    flaw 1) Dust can get into the camera lens which makes your photo really wash out!
    flaw 2) Camera defect! There're visible black dots in the photos after using it for a year. I though they must be the dust building up on the lens. But it's not, I opened the phone, cleaned out all the dust and the dots are still there!!!
    Google "Dust in the camera lens Axon 7", you will find some people complain about it.
    I will not recommend this phone due to these flaws!

    • CVonC on 13/01/2018 - 01:24

      that's actually quite worrying :/

    • Bond-007WA on 13/01/2018 - 01:44
      +1

      Me too. Had issues with my camera from 6 months in. And now in for repair. Selling the return as I already purchased the LG V30+. Bar the lack of front speakers it is a far superior phone.

      If you are not fazed about the camera and cheaper and UI from ZTE, its a decent starter phone. Not worth the $699 I originaly paid.

      • freemoneyhunter on 15/01/2018 - 21:10

        That camera issue is a pain, but only happens with me when taking videos or pictures up close in auto focus. I have seen in a number of reviews, it has the best sound/speakers of any phone. It's a good phone with a major fault, still as I said you can use the front camera instead.

    • huzefa-oz on 13/01/2018 - 11:21
      +2

      Another flaw is no backlight on the Capacittive "Back,Home,MultiApp" buttons at the bottom and they are placed too closed so that makes almost impossible to use phone in the dark as you will end up pressing home instead of back 7 out of 10 times.

  • jdt1986 on 13/01/2018 - 00:50
    +3

    On a side note, this phone is "officially" supported by Lineage OS, if you would rather load (near) stock Android onto it…

    https://wiki.lineageos.org/devices/axon7

    As long as the support continues, this phone will get Android O, P, Q, etc…

    • liquornoodlescabbage on 13/01/2018 - 21:29
      +1

      Definitely worth it though I only spent a couple of hours with whatever it came with, having stock android and latest security updates is a must.

  • Meovel on 13/01/2018 - 01:06

    This VIP ACP cover is only for devices sold by ZTE (Australia) in the initial On-Line sale period or sold via our Channel partners (JB Hi-Fi). We can and will identify your device as being one of our Australian variants due to it's IMEI numbers etc and only valid devices will be supported.

    Doesn't seem to be eligible

    • Meovel on 13/01/2018 - 01:11

      Ok that was outdated

      This VIP ACP cover is only for devices sold by ZTE (Australia) in the initial On-Line sale period or sold via our Channel partners (JB Hi-Fi and now Officeworks). We can and will identify your device as being one of our Australian variants due to it's IMEI numbers etc and only valid devices will be supported.

      Should be valid, good if someone can confirm.

  • davimin on 13/01/2018 - 08:26

    Officeworks website states $355?

    • goldiep on 13/01/2018 - 09:31
      +2

      The gold variant is $355, grey is $299 as indicated in the link.

  • vlaaad on 13/01/2018 - 09:11
    +3

    No stock at any Melbourne CBD stores. Picked one up from Richmond. Just a couple left there.

    Thanks OP!

  • megadeth on 13/01/2018 - 09:13

    Eyeing this as a gift for someone, but do I buy a pen with it to make it over $300 to be able to claim TRS, if I take both with me when I go overseas?

    • huzefa-oz on 13/01/2018 - 11:23
      +2

      That will work. You can even use multiple receipts as longs as total from the same business is more than $300

      • megadeth on 13/01/2018 - 11:31
        +1

        Thanks Was lucky to pick up one from Stuart Park Store. Last piece. They're also sold out on the $99 2TB MyCloud.

  • huzefa-oz on 13/01/2018 - 11:17
    +1

    You will be hard pressed to find any stock though. Even at $355 a month ago, OW in WA hardly had any stock.

  • busymoddingskyrim on 13/01/2018 - 12:09

    Just snagged one! Thanks!

  • Oneiricer on 13/01/2018 - 13:30
    +7

    Still about 5 items available at chadstone. The they offered me gold for $350. I said I wanted grey and they charged me …. $200. No idea how this happened.

    • aussie216618 on 13/01/2018 - 15:34

      $200 instead of $299?

      • Oneiricer on 13/01/2018 - 16:28
        +1

        Yeah. Was gonna go for it at $355. No brainer at $200.

        • homersyd on 13/01/2018 - 16:29

          could you please post a receipt for us? thanks a lot

        • CVonC on 13/01/2018 - 17:34

          @homersyd:

          Lol yeah $200 receipt pls!

        • aussie216618 on 13/01/2018 - 19:44

          chadstone Vic store?

          any stock left for grey ones?

    • illumination on 13/01/2018 - 15:42

      They just told me they only have gold left for $355. Damn.

    • irev1 on 13/01/2018 - 17:40

      you from whirlpool?

    • OzSikh on 13/01/2018 - 17:59

      Show us the Receipt or it didn’t happen ?

      • Oneiricer on 13/01/2018 - 21:49
        +3

        https://files.ozbargain.com.au/upload/36724/55596/1515840384…

        What do you want the receipt for? I doubt theres stock left now…

        • easternculture on 13/01/2018 - 23:04
          -1

          Damn. if i go back to officeworks, will they refund me the difference

        • Oneiricer on 14/01/2018 - 08:59

          @easternculture:

          Try and let me know!

        • irev1 on 14/01/2018 - 11:09
          +3

          nice!

          however even at $299 nobody should feel ripped off, but $200 is literally oustanding for a device with this spec,

          Most Galaxy S5 with a SD 801 in them sell for around $200 refurb/2nd hand, yet you got a SD820 flagship device brand new iwth warranty and $300 VIP care.

          the only letdown Ive found with this phone so far is the camera, and thats just being real picky - comparing it agaisnt my S7

        • Oneiricer on 14/01/2018 - 12:28

          @irev1:
          Yeah. My thoyghts exactly. But the camera is really bad. Good for still photos. Hopeless with kids.

        • CVonC on 14/01/2018 - 17:09

          @Oneiricer:

          did you update the firmware? according to SifuDean who's the ZTE rep on WP

          1) Camera - night shots / low light - Update the firmware and it is much improved. Most of the reviews are from the Marshmallow days and getting reviews re-done with Nougat is difficult. Also there are plenty of USA reviews but that is their firmware and hardware builds and not our model. We listened tot he feedback globally and R&D worked on it.

          tbh I don't think you'll see much improvement though.

        • OzSikh on 14/01/2018 - 18:46

          Thanks mate, I showed your receipt in store & got it for $200.

          https://files.ozbargain.com.au/upload/128852/55614/f4608a72-…

        • Oneiricer on 14/01/2018 - 20:12
          +3

          @OzSikh:
          Wow awesome. Gonna need you to buy an extra case for me sice ive saved you $99. Lol!

        • Oneiricer on 16/01/2018 - 08:24

          @CVonC: mine was. Up to date. Didn't have to do anything. Android 6.0.1 the latest?

        • goldiep on 16/01/2018 - 12:28
          +1

          @CVonC:

          Nope - android 7.1 available via update from their website.

  • Midz on 13/01/2018 - 14:23

    Limited stock means they have under 5 items left in the store.
    I picked up one for ~$284 priced matched www.phonebot.com.au @ $299 earlier this week. Would be funny if this triggered the price drop as it was $355 at the time.

    EDIT: Looks like phonebot has put their prices up to $308, strange.

    • CVonC on 13/01/2018 - 17:33
      +2

      And it's for out of stock pre-owned too.

      • Midz on 13/01/2018 - 18:33
        +1

        Wasn't like that the other day when I did the price match otherwise OW would have been all over it denying the price match.

  • irev1 on 13/01/2018 - 17:39
    +3

    sweet just picked one up… that comment about "AXON 7 VIP Complimentary Accidental Cover Package - AUD$300.00 value… "

    thing… how does that work? do I need to register or apply once I've purchased ???

    • easternculture on 13/01/2018 - 18:08
      +2

      AXON 7 VIP Complimentary Accidental Cover Package - AUD$300.00 value
      Your purchase of the AXON 7 Australian edition comes with a complimentary VIP Accidental Cover Package valued at AUD$300.00. You can use this package to cover the cost of replacing your device should you ever damage the handset physically as in a smashed display or damaged ports which are normally not covered by warranty. The only exclusions are Liquid damage and loss of the device, so keep your AXON 7 out of contact with any liquids and don't loose it. This package gives you protection to the value shown for your device until either the end of your 2 year warranty period or the package is used up.

      When you need to make a claim and get your device replaced, just need to contact our support team via email support(@)zte.com.au and tell them the reason for the claim and provide your two IMEI numbers (Optional - include a picture of your receipt). This can also be done anytime after purchase of the AXON 7 (AU Variant officially sold in Australia).

      This VIP ACP cover is only for devices sold by ZTE (Australia) in the initial On-Line sale period or sold via our Channel partners (JB Hi-Fi and now Officeworks). We can and will identify your device as being one of our Australian variants due to it's IMEI numbers etc and only valid devices will be supported.

      So you don't need to contact us until you need to for a claim. Also, if you use your complimentary package you can contact our support team for details on how to top up your coverage package to provide ongoing protection for the remainder of your warranty period.

      • irev1 on 13/01/2018 - 18:18
        +1

        Thanks!!

        • easternculture on 13/01/2018 - 18:19
          -2

          i bought it for this reason.

  • garage sale on 13/01/2018 - 20:09

    got one at higgett store today , was grey, so i can rid of my 11 year olds redmi note 4 and give him band 28 ….. the complaints when were on holidays in regional victoria drove me nuts as he had to tether off my phone …… the redmi not 4 must be worth something on ebay.

  • KangaBanga on 13/01/2018 - 21:08
    +2

    got the last one at Underwood QLD, pretty awesome phone and comes in really nice high end box and packing. Even had free plastic transparent cover.

    • CVonC on 13/01/2018 - 22:37
      +1

      Even had free plastic transparent cover.

      Yeah the shrink wrap on the box was a nice touch.

      • KangaBanga on 14/01/2018 - 12:48
        +1

        well actually i was referring more to the transparent gel cover they provided in the box but hey shrink wrap was a nice touch too. Still got mine on as i only cut the front and sides and left the back on so i can still sorta use it as a hinge to flip to cover open and close on the box. LOL…

        • CVonC on 14/01/2018 - 15:02

          I knew, I was being facetious 😆

          Nice work on keeping the shrink wrap in fact though. How asiann of you ^^

        • KangaBanga on 15/01/2018 - 08:10

          @CVonC: i was just lucky i guess, i half expected shrink wrap to just tear into pieces. Normally I like to tear the shrink wrap off and remove all plastic coverings on all surfaces(i have removed the annoying sticker at the back with the two IMEI numbers.) I also dont use a screen protector on my phones that have corning gorilla glass screens.

          Anyways the box has now been chucked into a corner of storage cupboard with receipt in it.

  • Matt86 on 13/01/2018 - 23:25
    +1

    I had one of these with linage OS 14.1 and rooted It was great.

    Until around two weeks ago I accidentally dropped it in water, the bottom third was in there for like 10 seconds and I turned it off immediately..

    Left it for at least 8 hours after wiping it down and a combination of leaving it in rice and in the sun..

    It worked intermittently.. But eventually died.
    The first phone I've actually ever killed due to negligence. They either "wear out", get too old for being useful or get sold/handed down.

    My dilemma is that this is really cheap, i know what I'm doing with Linage OS and I have converted to USB C for almost everything now. Any other contending phones either don't have front facing speakers, don't have USB C or are $700+

    Ive still gotta think about it.. Currently using an iPhone..

    • illumination on 14/01/2018 - 02:44

      Got a couple of questions for you which I hope you're willing to answer..

      • Was it difficult to root and was it still getting updates?
      • Did you consider the placement of the buttons on the front (proximity relative to each other and lack of backlight) to be an issue?
      • Did you find quick charge worked well?
      • How long did you use the phone for?
      • Did you experience any eventual/gradual camera issues (some of which have been mentioned here) in regards to dust/black dots appearing in camera mode (after a while)?
      • Did your battery deteriorate over time such that it wouldn't even last a day?

      Thanks :)

      • KangaBanga on 14/01/2018 - 13:08
        +1

        havent rooted mine yet but seems there is a tool to unlock bootloader for ZTE without the usual process of requesting a code from manufacturer.

        This is then followed by flashing a new ROM of your choice and if needed root it after that. Some ROMs already come prerooted.

        ZTE is also collaborating with the Lineage OS guys for the new Oreo update coming for the Axon 7, so you will have a choice of stock android 8(zte is ditching mui or a rooted lineageOS 15.
        https://www.xda-developers.com/zte-axon-7-lineageos-15/

        There are some rooting toolkits available on XDA for easy rooting as well.

        So far the AMOLED screen is super crisp and bright even in Brisbane sunlight its 36degrees out today. Quick charge with my 2.4A charger is pretty fast. Much better phone compared to my wife's Moto G5 Plus. Speakers are probably as good as it gets on mobile phones.

        Depending on use, all lithium batteries deteriorate over time. Proper use and charging should see it last at least 1 to 2 years without too much loss of charge. After 2 years to 3 years you will be looking at some loss of charge or even a big loss like >50% and needs replacement.(thats about how long the warranty lasts too :D) Even if left on shelf with optimal 60% charge, lithium ion batteries will deteriorate and may not be usable by 3 years. My phone started up with a charge of only 30%, i am expecting perhaps only 1.5years use with my type of light usage.

        Probably pick up another bargain from OW next year and sell this phone off.

    • Steptoe on 14/01/2018 - 13:38

      Insurance doesn’t apply to you?

      • Steptoe on 14/01/2018 - 22:42

        Ah, water exclusion

  • neil on 14/01/2018 - 00:11
    +1

    Picked one up at Fitzroy today. On their website, Fitzroy had no stock so went to Elizabeth St who had limited stock. Got there a couple hours too late as they sold them however it appears in-store they have an ability to see actual stock numbers. A bunch left in Richmond and 2 in Fitzroy (well 1 now).

    Thanks OP.

    • OzSikh on 14/01/2018 - 00:54

      How much did they charge you ?? $299 or $200 like this guy

      https://files.ozbargain.com.au/upload/36724/55596/1515840384…

      • neil on 14/01/2018 - 00:58

        $299. Not surprised. I also picked up iTunes gift cards and they screwed up entering in the price override (in their favour) to match Myer's iTunes deal a couple times until they got it right.

      • easternculture on 14/01/2018 - 01:01
        -4

        do you know if they will refund me the price difference

        thanks

        • CVonC on 14/01/2018 - 01:06

          it's a price override mate. of course not.

        • OzSikh on 14/01/2018 - 01:07

          I wanna know too, as I bought one myself yesterday, still sealed. Will give them a call tomorrow to see what they can do about it !!

          I doubt that guy got sold an open box for $200

        • OzSikh on 14/01/2018 - 01:09

          @CVonC: bit why would they do it ? One respon, may be it was an opened box/return from another customer.

        • CVonC on 14/01/2018 - 15:44

          @OzSikh:

          Will give them a call tomorrow to see what they can do about it !!

          How did you go?

        • OzSikh on 14/01/2018 - 18:44

          @CVonC: yes, returned the one which I bought it for $299 (it was still sealed), then bought again for $200. Here is the receipt

        • OzSikh on 14/01/2018 - 18:46
          +1

          Got it for $200, returned (it was still sealed) & re-bought it showing the receipt from Chadstone store

          https://files.ozbargain.com.au/upload/128852/55614/f4608a72-…

        • easternculture on 14/01/2018 - 18:47
          -3

          @OzSikh:

          Good work

          Going to do the same tomorrow

        • CVonC on 14/01/2018 - 22:02

          @OzSikh:

          Awesome. Did you go back to the same store?

        • OzSikh on 14/01/2018 - 22:24
          +1

          @CVonC: yes

  • dannyhc on 14/01/2018 - 07:12

    Does anyone use a music app that forces utilisation of the AK4990 DAC other than the stock music player? I don't know why they even bothered to include the stock DAC chips in the first place.

  • adr8 on 14/01/2018 - 11:51

    I am thinking of either getting the gold ZTE Axon 7 for $355 or the Motorola G5S Plus for $399. Which is better?

    • OzSikh on 14/01/2018 - 12:48
      +1

      Axon 7

    • KangaBanga on 14/01/2018 - 12:50
      +1

      Yep Axon 7 Gold definitely, with the older but faster processor, better camera, fantastic speakers and cheaper too. Maybe wait a month or so they might clear it out for $300 or less.

      • ozhunter68 on 14/01/2018 - 16:59

        Is the camera really better on the Axon 7 than the Moto G5S Plus?

        Might take better shots now in good lighting in some cases, but maybe not in 6-12 months time for dust getting in and that weird black

        dots thingy mentioned by earlier comments above. Admit this is a great phone for $299 or even $355 with many specs beating the

        Moto G5S Plus, but in the long run the camera might not be reliable.

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