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Samsung Galaxy Note 8 from $796, Galaxy S8+ from $676, S8 from $628 Delivered (HK) @ amaysim eBay (Dual Sim) + 2yr Warranty

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Samsung Galaxy Note 8 from $796, Galaxy S8+ from $676, S8 from $628 Delivered (HK) @ amaysim eBay (Dual Sim) + 2yr Warranty
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TechNerd on 04/06/2018 - 09:45 ebay.com.au (2346 clicks)
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Imported Note 8 for a decent price. These devices come with a 2yr Amaysim Local Warranty.

You can also use cashrewards for a little more discount.

Note 8 colours/prices:

Orchid Grey: $828 ($1035) Price Reduced to $812 ($1015)
Midnight Black: $828 ($1035) Price Reduced to $796 ($995)
Maple Gold: $828 ($1035) Price Reduced to $796 ($995)
Blossom Pink: $876 ($1095) Out of Stock

Edit: The prices of the Note 8 have now been reduced even more and start at $796. Note 8 for < $800 Delivered is a very good deal!

You can also get the S8 starting @ $628, or the S8+ starting @ $676 Delivered.

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  • True on 04/06/2018 - 09:56

    Dual sim
    2nd sim 2g or 3G

    • TechNerd on 04/06/2018 - 09:57

      Not sure about the S8/S8+, but I own the note 8 and can confirm the 2nd is 3G.

      • vhfyagi on 04/06/2018 - 10:03
        +3

        For S8, 2nd sim is 3G too.

        • kiwies555 on 04/06/2018 - 10:23

          Hi is the model g950fd?
          Search from internet said is 2g only…

        • jasswolf on 04/06/2018 - 10:46
          +3

          @kiwies555: technically both are 4G, but when operating simultaneously, the 2nd SIM is pushed down to 3G.

          This came via an update back in April last year.

  • 8200 on 04/06/2018 - 10:05

    All build a shrine [chep pallet style] to dual-sim phones…

  • freakthe on 04/06/2018 - 10:06
    +1

    I wonder how good amaysim's warranty repair service is like ?

    • jasswolf on 04/06/2018 - 10:47

      No worse than every other grey importer, likely with more of a national network, and an extra year of warranty.

      Given you're unlikely to hit any strife, I'd recommend grabbing it at this price if you don't fancy paying $800 for an S9 Plus any time soon, or grabbing a OnePlus 6 for $650-700ish when they drop.

      You can always check the previous threads about these exact product sales if you want more info.

      • HL2 on 04/06/2018 - 11:39

        The major downside is should your screen dropped and result in cracked, Samsung AU wont entertain your request for it to be fixed for approx $200-300 with them. You will need to go to third party which may cost $500+ and possible not original/genuine parts.

        • jasswolf on 04/06/2018 - 11:45
          +1

          Smashing an OLED screen is a major problem with the tech in general because of the price premium associated.

          For those that don't want to invest in a properly gripped or protective casing, I'd suggest getting their OLED phone on a plan and paying for accidental damage cover.

          Paying $150 more just for the opportunity to pay $250 less when an accident happens is just silly.

        • HL2 on 04/06/2018 - 14:40

          @jasswolf: Please note the cover you referring to is only for the first year. If 2 years, its rather pricey.

        • jasswolf on 04/06/2018 - 14:57

          @HL2: that's why I recommend this instead:

          https://www.amazon.com/Speck-Products-Presidio-Samsung-Galax…

      • CVonC on 04/06/2018 - 12:14
        +1

        $800 for an S9 Plus

        Where?

        • jasswolf on 04/06/2018 - 12:31
          +1

          'any time soon', namely when the Note 9 hits the shelves in August.

      • aja12 on 04/06/2018 - 12:28

        Please point us in the direction of an S9 Plus for $800.

  • ChickenAdobo on 04/06/2018 - 10:42

    I think this is the cheapest direct import note 8 I have seen.

    • isthisreallife22 on 04/06/2018 - 11:47
      +2

      For nostalgic reasons remember this https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/344408

      $778 for AU stock have in your hand immediately if combining with 2 AMEX cashback offers.

      • khing on 04/06/2018 - 13:56

        And that's not an import model.

        • mrau on 04/06/2018 - 17:07

          Every Samsung is an import. Nothing is produced in Australia, and yes, I do know what you mean, but it just sounds silly.

      • db87 on 04/06/2018 - 19:15

        Still lose sleep over missing this deal. cry

  • spacejase on 04/06/2018 - 10:55
    +1

    Great price for note 8
    Paid about $100 more 2 versions of this sale ago

    Question about 3g always comes up, 2nd sim is 3g

    Flashing 950FD with Australian firmware is relatively straightforward although not mandatory

    Does allow Samsung pay Australia to work though

    I did a write up on here about how to flash

    • IJustKnowStuff on 04/06/2018 - 11:27

      When you say Samsung Pay Australia…does that mean if I travel overseas I won't be able to use Samsung Pay?

      • spacejase on 04/06/2018 - 11:29

        Just means the region is set to Australia
        No idea how it works overseas

    • RamsesII on 04/06/2018 - 16:53

      Just to add to this. I Bought mine from one of those deals last year.

      I spent a good time researching this to see if Samsung Pay will work or not. People did talk about having to flashing etc.

      I have not flashed the note8. I just setup my commonwealth card on it and it's been working. Didn't do anything to it. it just worked straight away.

    • OzFrugie on 04/06/2018 - 21:07

      Whats the benefit of samsung pay vs google pay anyway? I assume no issue with google pay out of the box with grey models?

  • Detective Pikachu on 04/06/2018 - 10:57

    Is the import version rocking the Snapdragon?

    • TechNerd on 04/06/2018 - 11:11
      +1

      Amaysim Imports are Exynos. So they are the same chipset as the Australian models.

      • Detective Pikachu on 04/06/2018 - 11:17

        Thanks!

      • RM on 04/06/2018 - 13:05

        so whats the diff between AU Stock and grey import? just double sim?

        • jasswolf on 04/06/2018 - 13:09

          That and Samsung Australia warranty, versus Amaysim covering repairs themselves.

        • hopper on 04/06/2018 - 13:28
          +1

          @jasswolf: and samsung pay (if u use it)

        • Purewinter on 04/06/2018 - 18:20

          @jasswolf:

          And screen repairs via amaysim cost around $400..

        • jasswolf on 04/06/2018 - 18:43

          @hopper: that can be fixed by flashing with the correct firmware via the Odin tool.

        • jasswolf on 04/06/2018 - 18:44

          @Purewinter: so $100 cheaper than another 3rd party repairer? That's pretty good coverage for accidental damage.

      • OzFrugie on 04/06/2018 - 21:08

        Is exynos better or worse than Snapdragon?

    • spacejase on 04/06/2018 - 11:30

      Bootloader can be unlocked too

  • myusername on 04/06/2018 - 13:02

    good price for the S8, i just paid $699 for mine from kogan

  • zfcwjc on 04/06/2018 - 13:40

    be careful if arrive after 1 july, you might need to pay GST + custom duty

    • TechNerd on 04/06/2018 - 13:47
      +1

      Amaysim say on their website that their direct imports don't incur any extra GST.

      From their Website:
      - No extra GST
      "Our devices do not incur additional costs for duties or taxes. The price shown is the total amount payable and there are no hidden fees or nasty surprises -
      simple!"

      But shipping doesn't take too long from them. I got mine in 2 weeks, and I purchased it during the Christmas break. So you will probably get it before 30 June either way.

    • aja12 on 04/06/2018 - 14:01
      +1

      It’s for purchases after June 30th, it doesn’t matter if it arrives after this date. You’ll just need an invoice with the purchase date, and it will be released by customs without incurring GST (if it enters the country after June 30 - invoice may need to be provided to shipping provider via email as they are the ones who collect taxes on behalf of customs).

    • kevihead on 04/06/2018 - 14:03
      +2

      A good reminder, but it's the date of payment and not the date of the goods arriving in Australia that matters. At least that's what ATO has on their website.

  • lakes_8 on 04/06/2018 - 14:12

    how do we get a tax invoice

  • KBZ on 04/06/2018 - 15:06

    I wonder how screen protection works if you buy with AMEX which has screen protection insurance.
    Since you'll have to fix it via a third party they still should accept right?

    • OzFrugie on 04/06/2018 - 21:09

      Wondering the same

      • techno2000 on 05/06/2018 - 08:16

        I have bought Note 8 around 7 months ago from Kogan on my Amex essentials card which has the screen protection insurance.
        Hope i never have to use it.It should also extend my warranty by one more year.

  • JAS 39 Gripen on 04/06/2018 - 15:12

    how long does shipping take? I'm going overseas on 2nd Jul, should I get it before that? (ebay quotes upto 10 Jul)

    • TechNerd on 04/06/2018 - 16:34

      I got mine in exactly two weeks from order date, and that was during the Christmas period. So I would estimate that the maximum shipping time would be 3 weeks.

  • El Grande on 04/06/2018 - 15:24

    It'I am waiting for EFOY deal from Optus. A $59 outright S9 + A gift card would be amazing. It's currently $59 on the lease plan.

  • Pigey on 04/06/2018 - 16:37
    +2

    Careful with Amaysim purchases over $1000.

    Even if the coupon brings it down to below $1000, they won't mark the customs declaration so that there's no GST payable. I'm currently involved in a dispute with them where they can't see the final amount I've paid.

    (Bought a S9+ Dual Sim)

    • TechNerd on 04/06/2018 - 16:48

      That is so weird. They literally say that you do not need to pay any "extra GST or Taxes" on imported devices. Did you bring it up with Amaysim?

      • Pigey on 04/06/2018 - 17:52

        Yes. They won't mark the package under $1,000 even though I only paid $972.

        Probably will end up getting a refund.

        Tempted to neg this deal given that buyers will have to pay gst on their Notes.

        • KBZ on 04/06/2018 - 21:06
          +1

          You should really neg then, it draws attention to other potential buyers.
          Also may draw opinions from people who were able to get through customs.

        • Pigey on 05/06/2018 - 00:12
          +2

          @KBZ:

          Thanks for the encouragement. I generally dislike negs!

        • KBZ on 05/06/2018 - 08:35
          +1

          @Pigey:
          No problem, I do as well but this quite a big issue that you brought up and people should really know about. :)

    • spaceflight on 13/06/2018 - 22:51

      It's an interesting issue but amaysim is correct, you should pay the GST.

      Basically you paid $972 and ebay paid about $200 so the value of the phone is $1172

      When calculating GST it is the value of the item that is used, not what you paid. Just because you did not pay the entire invoice total does not change the value of the item.
      amaysim still invoices you for $1172 as that is what they received.

  • Purewinter on 04/06/2018 - 18:19

    Avoid buying Samsung from Amaysim! I bought a note 8 cause it said local warranty, ended up breaking the screen two months in. Asked Samsung if I could pay for repair and they said my phone was from Samsung Ghana (Africa) and I need to send to an authorised dealer there. I contacted amaysim and they said they would do locally for a discount cause I bought off them which they then quote $400!
    The RRP for screen repair on Samsung’s site is $260.

    Avoid amaysim!

    • jasswolf on 04/06/2018 - 18:47
      +2

      That's pretty reasonable considering that it's an independently imported phone… I think 3rd party Note 8 repairs are $550 locally?

      So with Amaysim it's $1220 ($820 + $400), versus $1270 with Samsung ($1030 + $250).

      • berry580 on 06/06/2018 - 17:45
        +2

        Depends on how many times u break ur screen then lol

  • No ONE on 04/06/2018 - 20:19

    What is the time frame for delivery? will it get here within a week? The store description says NTN International Express post.

    • TechNerd on 04/06/2018 - 20:30

      Not sure about TNT's postage speeds, but mine was delivered by DPEX/Toll in exactly 2 weeks from order date. I ordered during the Christmas period, so excluding public holidays, the shipping time seemed pretty fast. But it definitely won't be delivered within a week.

  • LolwutMikka on 04/06/2018 - 23:15

    How does the Note 8 compare to the 8+ or the P20 Pro? Trying to get the best option while also considering cost effectiveness.

  • ItsSean on 06/06/2018 - 00:18

    The Hongkong dual sim variety has the same hardware with the mainland China variety.
    So I believe they had the Snapdragon cpu.
    And it is differ from the oz variety, which has a exynos cpu , there is no possibility to reflash them with a aus fireware.
    So you can not use samsung pay with a aus bank card.
    But you can surely use google pay, and apps provided by the banks.

    ====

    I got a aus stock s9 plus, and can not use the chinese version of samsung pay ; Hopefully I can add china unionpay card

    • TechNerd on 10/06/2018 - 16:29

      This is incorrect, I can confirm that Amaysim sells the Exynos versions of the Galaxy Note 8, S8 and S8+. So it is the same hardware as the Australian Phone, but as an added bonus you have the option for dual sim support. I have the Note 8 from Amaysim and flashed the Australian Firmware on it. Some other Hong Kong sellers use the Snapdragon Chinese versions but not Amaysim.

  • Empharand on 10/06/2018 - 14:36

    Can you still get updates through Samsung with the grey import?

    • TechNerd on 10/06/2018 - 16:24

      Yes, updates work as normal out of the box.

      On a side note:
      The only thing is Samsung Pay is in another language out of the box, so if you want the Australian Samsung Pay, you can flash Australian Stock Firmware (XSA) really easily using this video tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnYF-OLVnDY

      It takes about 10 min to flash the firmware, and once you do you have the official Australian Firmware, you will still receive updates as usual.

      But flashing Australian Firmware is entirely optional and is only really needed if you want to use Samsung Pay. I did it on my Note 8 from Amaysim and everything working fine and I am receiving updates every month or so.

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