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Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 4G $0 on Optus 30GB Choice Plus Data Plan $12.50/Month for 12 Months @ Optus » All Comments
Could be reason Optus has offered this on this deal and also heard this tablet being thrown in when you buy latest sammy phones - that they are clearing them out. I watched a reviewer saying the Tab A7 is better than A8. And there is the base ipad competing.
Considering there's no trade up value for the A8 but still for the a7, this is plausible
i've quickly tried the tablet and i thought it was ok. in my case the tablet is a freebie since i am using the data for home internet. the cool bluish tint of the screen is the weakest point. changing to the dark theme helps.
one thing ive found helpful for apple users is changing the home button to a swipe up and its very good as im used to the swipe up on the iPhone 11
i found you can make the display less blue by enabling eye comfort shield in the display options and using the colour temperature slider to limit the blue. not perfect but better
edit: oh works in light mode but stuffs up dark mode, now it has a yellowish tint :(
Got delivered yesterday, yay! All set up and using it. Ordered on 23rd around 7pm, new customer, based out of Adelaide. Cheers OP!
Set mine up yesterday with Sim.
Received a spam sms on new phone number in tablet within minutes from debt collectors Milton Graham about being prepared approved for payment plan.
Had that once got a Sim. And got hammered 24,hrs a day from debt collectors and drug dealers death threats got it swapped about 24hrs they were relentless
lol. recycled number. fortunately my sim is sitting in a 4g modem so people can send me as many messages as they want ….
just need to wait 7 years until the debt expires :)
Anyone been able to get this deal instore? I'm assuming they won't have stock but can you sign up and wait for stock?
Mine just arrived, looks mint and the wife is getting hers tomorrow. Thanks farque and Optus!
Now to order a case from Amazon.
Thanks OP.
Ordered Saturday April 23rd.
Received via courier today , Friday April 29th.
Great deal thanks again.
Recieved mine today.. Gonna be a happy weekend setting it up..
Placed the order online on 23/4. Order processed over the phone on 24/4.
Had several chats with Optus support to check on the status, but all of them have been utterly useless (saying that there is no more stock, so there's no guarantee that the contract will be fulfilled).Finally got a tracking number last night, both the SIM and tablet arrived today (in a single package).
Tablet is not locked to Optus.I missed the delivery but mine arrived thanks heaps OP. 64 gb model, not current Optus customer but still had account, ordered 22:23 23/4.
Hope the mods keep the comments open for a long time in case something tricky happens down the line
Can always report and ask for comments to be reopened.
will do
2000 posts for a deal is epic
My order is arriving on Monday.
Anyone know if this comes with a factory screen protector?
It doesn't
Thanks mate :-)
No it doesn't.
got this screen protector for $12.80 but seems that they jacked the price to $15, but I recommend it
https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/product/B09K399W9C/Cheers, I placed an order
Ordered on 23rd at 9.07pm WST here in Perth.
Tracking shows tablet only took several hours to arrive from Sydney to Perth early this morning, tracking now says it'll take 4 days to arrive at my address in Perth from the Perth depot !Where did you get the tracking? I got the sms that it's on its way but not finding any way of tracking that works.
Should have been a link in the SMS.
I found it was slow on updating status.Try this link https://startrack.com.au/track/search
And enter your order number that ends in A, if it's been received by Star Track it will show delivery details.@jayboi: And i found the direct star track search worked for me when the Optus one didn't.
But still can't believe it's gonna take 4 days to travel final 25km lol
This case arrived yesterday, front cover barely holds on and it misaligned a bit, and feels really cheap. Dont recommend at all
It is not available anymore anyway
Yeah but still best to stay away from it if restocked
I prefer this. just a personal preference.
https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/275203753440?ssPageName=STRK%3AM…
Have one for my tab A 10.1, it's still fine after nearly 3 years
Amazing deal! Ordered on 23rd at 8PM, received on 29th in the afternoon. so for $150 minus cashrewards cashback you get the tablet and 30GB data per month plus optus sports and 6 month Amazon prime.
whats the Amazon prime deal?
You can subscribe to amazon prime through optus subhub and get 6 month free
looking for 2 cases now, 1 for a child (super protective with screen protector, maybe even splash protection) and 1 for adult, so protective (from drops and bumps) without being huge.
thanks for any suggestions
So what have you found so far?
Why haven't you up voted the deal if you got two tabs based on it?
My apologise, i thought i up voted on the night the deal happened. i will be more careful next time.
found the, but not sure if it will suit this A8, as i got the same case 2 years ago for the 2019 Samsung tab A
Bam Bino Space Suit [Rugged Kids Case] for Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1got anything useful to add, or just stalk pages looking for people to have a go at?
Jeez, defensive much? Didn't stalk anything and not having a go, I read your comment and noticed there wasn't a green plus next to your username, even though you were talking about getting two cases, just thought it was odd.
I'm also looking for a case (much like almost everyone here), you mentioned you were looking and I wondered what you had found so far.
@John Kimble: you know what, it's not necessary to start having a go at people who didn't upvote. It's their choice let it go!
@n0mad: Of course it is their choice. I just asked why. I can't ask a question? In this case they just forgot/thought they did, so me asking the question was a good thing. What's the issue? Perhaps I could have worded a bit better? My apologies then.
you know what, it's not necessary to start having a go at people who didn't upvote. It's their choice let it go!
He definitely could have worded it more nicely, but it is weird for someone to be actively talking about the great deal they got and not bothering to 'thank' the poster by not upvoting.
But you've not received it yet, so can't give a personal review, right? Amazon reviews are good at least.
Almost 1/3 of the price of the tab itself though haha
Wow, almost the same price as the tablet!
After looking through many different styles of cases, I've taken a punt on this one because it is the only cheapish one that I could find with a built in stand that works in both orientations.
"Bonus" screen protector and stylus pen also.
Only issues are longish shipping and lowish seller rating.
🤷🏻♂️🤞
Was previously contemplating this one but figured too bulky and have to buy my own screen protector separately. Although the free one from above is only plastic, so still might need to buy a tempered glass one anyway.
This is the case I purchased for my child: https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/115308540415
It hasn’t arrived yet so I can’t comment on quality, but I’ve had similar for other tablets which have done a great job. Still looking for a screen protector though.
This is the case I purchased for my child: https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/115308540415
It's going to be a tight fit!
lol, not if they’re called Thomas Pollex.
I had one of these and they're excellent at protecting from accidental drops. I thought I had all bases covered until my then 2 year old took to the screen with a pair of needle nose pliers haha
😡😂
I only got the $30 cash reward, did anyone successfully contact cash reward to get this fixed to $55?
yes i did - just submit an enquiry
I think they are already fixing them manually for everyone.
Mine tracked at $30 initially, but have now been updated to $55 without me having to do anything.
Tracked $28 for me. Submitted an enquiry.
I accidentally clicked Prepaid link rather than Postpaid 🤦 in Cash Rewards because I am a nincompoop! But I can't see anyway to contact them about it? What can I do except beat myself up?
still waiting order just before midnight on the 23rd, chat said they received more stock last night and my order has been sent to warehouse.
Have an order with A on the end, no other updates at all. I don't care if they can't fulfil, but it would be nice to have some idea of what's happening!
Same boat. Ordered evening of 24th. No idea what's happening or not happening…
My orders were delivered today! Thanks OP!
All 8/9?
I won't say. I'll share an interesting story after everything's cooled down.
😂 We all wait with bated breath…
They sent SMS notifications straight after delivery that the services are active
My 128GB tablet shipped yesterday. Unfortunately, according to the tracking info, it "arrived late" in Hobart this morning at 10am so I assume it missed out on being loaded into a delivery van. Will probably sit at the depot all weekend for delivery on Monday.
Is there anyway to use this data only simcard in my old android device? Just for the mobile data of course. I tried putting it in my old phone and it says emergency calls only with 0 bars..
You should be able to use it that way.
Just make sure the sim card has been activated!
Thanks OP
Tablet arrived!
Does anyone know if you can received calls?no call, can only receive sms not sending. good if you setup whatsapp so can make a call too
ok thanks mate
Will set it up for the old man
You can make and receive calls on the tablet if you put a mobile sim but not the one it comes with.
yes i was hoping to used the sim in a phone for my old man.
He uses facebook but rarely make phone calls.
ideally want a sim to receive calls and data
no calls but can make and receive unlimited domestic sms for free i was told via chat so no need to bar sms
Mine was shipped 26th but tracking hasnt moved since.
Crazy that people got overnight delivery from sydney to perth, but sydney to canberra and i am still waiting with no change to tracking. It even still says expected delivery is 27th.I'm in Melbourne, and in similar situation, shipped on 26th. Startrack tracking says it was expected to be delivered on the 27th. Its still sitting at Melbourne depot and hasn't moved. It looks like I'll get it next week now.
Funny thing is the screen protectors i ordered on the same day were delivered today yet were sent by standard auspost
Had this issue in brisbane. Tracking wasn’t updating however it was still delivered. But being weekend now
Mine arrived today
Yeah, I received mine today as well. Typing using the tablet ;) it's a good unit, my only gripe is that it's playing netflix in SD for me even when I'm on UHD plan :(
@NoHorny: Fixed my problem by uninstalling and re-installing netflix app. All contents are now in full HD, overall good tablet, nice screen, very impressive unit.
Mine was shipped yesterday, arrived Perth airport early this morning. Says delivery on Monday 2nd
Ordered on 24/04 at 12.30am. Just received delivery confirmation from Optus. Good looks!
What state? Existing customer? And what colour pants were you wearing when ordered?
Lol!
NSW , New customer. No pants, just me & my purple undies 😏Drat! Should have worn my lucky purple undies… Then I might have got my order.
Live n Learn
Ordered maybe 10 minutes after yours, just got delivery confirmation as well. NSW, ex-customer, was wearing Bluey pyjama shorts when I ordered.
Got mine 128gb today, still waiting for the 64gb guess there's a back lodge on those.
Don't forget to upvote. Or don't if you choose not to.
It's not a tumor.
ordered on 23rd, still no shipping notification :(
Can u mention time and location?
Sydney 10pm
Same. Sydney, ordered on 24/4/22, 12.30am. Haven't got any delivery notification. Tried tracking using Optus StarTrack link posted above, still nothing. :'(
Got mine today, tablet design looks very nice. First samsung device for me.
Will use it to enjoy multi media =]got this JETech glass protector and case from amazon the other day.
Just installed and they work great.https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/product/B09QPX3K1F/ref=ppx_yo_d…
https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/product/B09QSMN9TG/ref=ppx_yo_d…
I use this brand for most of my devices these days, they're pretty good. Took a while to find a random brand which felt smooth to touch.
Cygnett Samsung Tab A8 10.5" TekView Case Black (CY4012TEKVI) is $31 at The Good Guys Commercial (Retails around $60)
https://www.thegoodguys.com.au/cygnett-samsung-tab-a8-105-in…Is it worth paying double for the Cygnett Case?
Finally, got mine today. Melbourne. Ordered 23rd 9:30pm
Will Optus sports have the Qatar FIFA?
No, SBS got the right and it will be live and free
Even better. Awesome.
We all remember the Optus stuff up from the last WC. After the first streamed game mess, Optus ended up handing over every match to SBS.
So much better on SBS
I've put an order in 24th but the status in Optus app still says Submitted. No update or changes. Is this normal? I tried their message us system but useless it kept asking me to raise to senior expert which bring back to the same page.
normal, I am in VIC, got the order confirmation at 1:30am 24/4, nothing else till now. called sales team once, live chat twice have been told everything is fine only need to wait for the update SMS and email for the delivery.
got update in the Optus app, have been allocated a delivery number but can't track either on the Optus website or startrack, hoping get it today, no SMS or Optus email anyway
Ordered on the 23rd here and the app still says 'submitted' for me as well. The live chat support are useless and will just make up something different every time you get in contact with someone. Seems that the best bet now is to just sit and wait and hope that a tablet shows up.
Just went to store and speak to the staff, said their warehouse is oos. Waiting for new shipment to arrive. Once arrive they will fulfill their orders. There’s still hope.
Ordered 24th, Melbourne. Same story as above
Sister did an order around three days ago,she received a call from Optus stating it will take two weeks for the tablet to arrive,but the tracking number just came through. If you haven't managed to get one,don't give up! I didn't expect it to happen this fast.
mine one finally arrived with no SMS and Email!!
I ordered 5, got 5. Somehow Optus decided to send ONE of them to my old address. How the (profanity) did they manage that? The rep in chat confirmed they sent my correct address to the warehouse but then I get a text from AusPost saying it’s at my old house LPO sigh
You taking the piss yeah?
Damn how did I miss this amazing deal 😭
Yes, you missed out the big adventure that you ordered on 1st day then others ordered later than you already using the fabulous tablet and your status remain pending in la la land, going to the moon!
Got mine today. Is the tablet locked to Optus? Would like to take it abroad and use another sim data card.
Unlocked. Use local Sim overseas
holy cow, did not remember I signed up back in 2012, been lurking the whole time, massive + vote for this deal.
got mine delivered today, ordered 11:30pm 23/4.
Thanks OPWow. Second comment in 10 years. That's alot of lurking alright.
Username fits nicely
How were people able to order multiple, very unfair…promo lasts till may but I assume no restock
Life is fair, one is fairer than another.
FB Marketplace is flooded with Samsung A8 LTE.
"Unwanted gift"
- I wish I had someone give me a gift of a tablet (besides Optus when they do ship mine out)FB Marketplace is flooded with Samsung A8 LTE.
Just had an interesting encounter on FB Market place.
Since the tablet is cheap, thought I shall try to find another (already got 2 via Optus) and leave it in my elderly grandparent’s place for Whatsapp video chat. So, made a few offers for $150 (anticipating counter offers along the line of $200).
Instead, one seller offered to purchase off me for $250 “if I can get one for $250” (quoted).
Well, guess what! Of course I agreed to the offer! (I still have a semi working Lenovo M8 at home for random Youtube streaming). Then the seller ghosted on me.In fact, I offered to sell 4 to the seller @ $250 and delivered via Sendle. Planning to source the additional two out of my own money off Fleabay to offload them to him/her/it…
Since the tablet is cheap, thought I shall try to find another (already got 2 via Optus) and leave it in my elderly grandparent’s place for Whatsapp video chat. So, made a few offers for $150 (anticipating counter offers along the line of $200).
If the main purpose is WhatsApp (or FB, Zoom, Teams) video chats, you could consider the Meta Portal Go. It's a battery-powered device that's designed for video chats with a much better screen and camera and far better speaker than the A8. It's also easier to use as it does fewer things. The camera also has face tracking so it can follow them as they move around.
It also does Alexa and can display photos from FB albums, and run Spotify directly on the device.
It also links with an existing WhatsApp account so you don't need to use a whole new WhatsApp account for the tablet like you would with the A8.
You sir have too much time and not enough life. This site is already a pretty pointless waste of time but you've just taken it a step into bitter unchartered territory.
You are not missing out on much. The screening is actually worse than an old Lenovo M8.
- Not as vibrant
- Far from being sharpOnly plus side is the LTE/4G… but tethering is ready available nowadays… so wifi is sufficient.
It works, and reflective of its price. Feel sorry for those footing out $4-500 for one.
Screen is sharp for me at least. the colours are somewhat off and viewing angles. Initially thought brightness was lacking seems to be fine for my use cases
My order still sitting on submitted. Don't have much hope and all excitement is gone.
Same here.
Ordered Sunday morning in SA.
Annoying to hear orders days later have already been delivered.
So many on marketplace!
Scalped to death. Some asking $500 for the 64gb… greedy af
Offer them $150, the cost price.
Suspecting Optus is replenishing stock soon… The flooding will be worse for scalpers.
Greedy? Nobody will pay that much. I don’t think there is any specific demand for this tablet, only that it was cheap.
They probably just want an offer so somebody thinks they got a good deal.
Just trying to use it now and quite a noob at it.
It's asking to restore data from an old device i.e. my phone. Is it asking this to sync up the apps or transfer everything over and this now will be the primary account?
you can just choose to skip it and set it up as a new device
Thanks
tablet got delivered yesterday which I wasn't expecting because Optus tracking still only says "submitted"
Submitted my order on 9pm 23/aprilThis gives me hope that I might still get mine. What happens when you put your order number into the tracking site? (https://optus.startrack.com.au/)
says delievered
Seems your 'submitted' order progressed further than mine in the system, as I still get nothing found when I input my order into the tracking site.
@XVX: when I said 'submitted' i meant the status when checking in the myoptus app/account. Not referring to startrack/auspost tracking
@AssBargain: Yeah that is the same as mine. It seems 'submitted' on the app is a very vague term, as some people are receiving their tablets even when the Optus app states their order is 'submitted', whereas others like myself appear to just be left waiting for more stock to arrive with the same order status.
@XVX: I got cancelled on the app. And submitted on the website. 2 new contracts in contract section (don't know why 2). Got email saying order is confirmed. And 2 sms (thank you for saying yes to Optus etc) and Optus rep said my order is confirmed. Optus StarTrack shows nothing.
I had ordered only one device on 23rd. Not sure if it is coming or not.
Try putting in your order number via the Optus Chat bot, I find that the chat bot has more updated information than what is shown on the pending order status on the My Optus App.
Just tried this and it said "I can see your Samsung Tab A8 64GB hasn't left our warehouse. This could be because we are waiting on stock to come in."
you guys got the chat bot link for desktop?
@Ninja9: https://www.optus.com.au/my-account
After logging in there's a speech bubble icon on the bottom right with "Need Help? Click here to message us 24/7".
I got the same response as MHXVX above, ordered 24/04 around 8AM.
When I login to the Optus website I get a popup message:
"We are setting up your account
We’re still setting up your My Account"I am a past customer with no active services.
Is my account borked?
I just got that as well rip. Erroring cause no active service. My pre-paid expired yesterday got told they will just add a number when my order is confirmed.
Has your tab arrived? If the sim arrives give it a bit of time for it to become active.
Nope nothing. Ordered 24th in the morning.
Try these links after you log in and get that error:
https://www.optus.com.au/my-account/my-profile
https://www.optus.com.au/my-account/my-profile/my-orders
https://www.optus.com.au/digital-service/
Nice one. I had same issue and was able to use the links to access my order contract although there is no order showing up.
Ordered 5.30am 24/4.
Have not received any further sms or email since first confirmation email. Chatted with with them before and they said just to wait for restocking to occur.
I just went onto chat bot and typed 'order status [order number]' and 'yes' to confirm I wanted status of order and it said stock has been allocated and is being shipped to me. This has changed from when I chatted to them on 27/4 when the bot said it hasn't left warehouse. The Optus Startrack tracking still doesn't recognise the order number but from many posts here that doesn't seem to stop orders from being delivered.
Hopefully it really is coming soon.Ordered 7pm 23/04. Delivered this morning. After being told three nights ago by Optus support that I would NOT receive the tablet as it's been put on stop sale, I received the tablet and sim card this morning. Optus staff are absolutely clueless. So happy it arrived, mainly out of spite
What's wrong with under promising and over delivering? 😜
Haha that is true! It's more the incompetence of the support staff that really irritates me
did you get sms / email advising you about the delivery?
Yep I received the text & email advising ready for delivery on 28/04 at about 2pm. So less than two days later it's at my door in Perth. Can't complain about that
Got my 3 today also
@DemocracyManifest: I got one for myself as I work disability and a laptop is not always ideal, 1 for my mum who works same industry and has eye sight issues making it tough to do paperwork on the a20 I bought her and one for dad as it's his social lifeline due to back injury that restricts his movement.
Sometimes people just have a reason to buy things, has the deal not been around would I pay full price? No. But the deal was good and it could improve the quality of life for 2 people I care for plus myself. Try not judging things you don't know.
Congrats mate.
Yeah they're definitely clueless. The one rep. I spoke with said anyone who ordered on the 23rd will get a tablet delivered soon-ish, anyone on the 24th onwards will have to await more stock, but it's obvious from the responses here this isn't the case.
Fb marketplace flooded with A8 tablets “unwanted gift”
As expected… Broden in numbers!!
I ordered on 25th late afternoon, so don't have any hope that I will get it as people who ordered on 24th are still waiting. Got a confirmation with an order no with "A", but status is still showing "pending". Online chat is all confusing, different answer all the time. New account/customer/Sydney
But a very strange thing happened today, In one of my many browser, I can see that tablet was added to cart, and out of curiosity, I tried to check-out hoping that it will tell me that it's out-of-stock, but surprisingly it allowed asking me for details. I create a new account with my partner's details, and order went through with a confirmation order no with "A". very surprising as I was expecting that it will throw an error at one point in time as it's already out-of-stock.
Not sure, if any of my 2 orders will be delivered, or both may, not sure.
I just need 1 tablet, but now have 2 orders with "pending" status.Anyone else feel less excited as the days go on? Because same
Nah mate. This is ozbargain at it's best. Constant refreshing this feed and checking the order status dozens of times a day.
I do that, as long as it’s not cancelled I have hope
I reckon if it hasn't been cancelled yet you should be fine bud. Still waiting on mine as well.
Ordered 24th 8:49PM. Received today. After being told multiple times it was out of stock and there was no ETA, and also trying to sell me an A7 for full price. 128GB version.
You received the delivery today? On a Saturday? Wasn't aware that startrack delivered on weekends.
Yep, I'm in Ipswich so not sure it varies on location.
Nice one, enjoy the tablet mate
@NoHorny: Cheers, I'm honestly quite impressed with the build quality. I bought my Wife the S8+ as a birthday/anniversary present and while they're obviously in completely different leagues; it's a very well built tablet and to me, at least, feels like a mini S8 lol. Could just be tablet envy speaking though.
Just curious did anybody get an order number and was later got cancelled by Optus because of no-stock?
Placed order on 24th. 2 days ago inquired about the order on phone and they guy said no stocks so your order will be cancelled. But then offered me a higher plan at $20 - for which the stock will magically appear back. I refused and called again y'day and the other guy said yes, it will be delivered. Now today they sent me email that due to credit rating (very good which is) they could not put me on postpaid so the order stand cancelled. Well - I went back to check my credit rating and it dipped by 200 points because of this inquiry by optus. Why would they hard dip for just $240 total value. I am totally annoyed and they ruined my rating for such a silly tablet.
make a compliant, they can put your credit back, I did when Citibank ruin my credit rating, if it's help.
Thanks. complaint to whom? credit rating agencies or optus? I was hoping to buy my first home soon and these bunch of idiots in the company have damaged that. I was planning to write to the local minister to ban companies for hard dipping into credit ratings for these small amounts. I have never defaulted, no crime clean records. Dont know why they do these stupid things!
I'd also like to know who to complain to. I had the same issue.
Let us know here how you go with getting the points back, as I have also lost points due to Optus putting in a hard query on my credit profile. Could even pay them $150 upfront, if they would allow it instead of reducing our credit rating.
I will call optus tomorrow. This is so wrong. These foreign-controlled companies have the power to change your credit ratings for silly amounts.
Credit ratings don’t mean shit in Australia…
Exactly! I have been in the Us for a while and the credit rating is very important, the credit rating here is a joke, I am very good credit score + homeloan and the bank declined my credit card application for no reason.
@T-man: It wouldn’t have been for no reason, they decided on you servicing the loan - you are going to have to go through a broker or a lower lender and pay more interest. Paying off little routine bills on afterpay or getting credit checked for a bullshit mobile plan doesn’t mean zilch to a bank - it’s what you owe and the repayments
call Optus to complaint about it , they make you lose that much credit rating for only just $240 total value. , don't buy the story like they can't, ask about someone at high level, they will make it to put your points back, my case was made my credit rating from 820 to 739, but at the end my rating was back after I made complaint.
Does the credit drop if you are granted approval or only declined
I've seen credit score drops in the past even with approval since these sort of "loans" are not considered a good loan.
Jesus it's $150….
Gee there's a lot of these popping up on FB Marketplace - with descriptions such as "unopened", "not needed" etc.
If you're one of those sellers reading this….good luck. I mean it.
I'll mean it even more when mine arrives and I can open it and use it for entirely noble causes.
It pretty funny because there two listing with the startrack packaging in the background
Lol
Funny that!!
Im still rocking a Tab S4. Don't think I'll have much use for this one either, lol. For 12.50 a month I just figured it's easier than tethering to my phone all the time when I'm out and about.
I can't believe people are trying to sell this off on Gumtree for $450. Those people should have their Ozbagain membership revoked.
Someone selling one for $529 on Gumtree.
People who are like that kill it for everyone else, every time. I don’t post deals anymore as a result. Optus are no doubt going to cancel a bunch of orders and it won’t be restocked now because they are getting harassed
How many people who ordered were actually looking for a galaxy tab A8 and found a good deal?
I’m sure most people just saw the good deal and thought why not, it’s so cheap.
The RRP is no way reflective with them, they are going to have to pay plan fees of $150 or so and that’s about that they are worth haha
@username1: Yeah they are free for a reason, I had one through Telstra a few years back, it was slow as; used to watch videos on it but I never was able to do much else
Mine never tracked through CR. They are asking for the sale value. What would you put for that? I thought it was based on the type of service you signed up for.
the sale value on your contract,$496.94
Mine tracked before I even got passed the credit check lol.
Same here, didn't track on CR but thankfully in my click history. Just lodged an enquiry.
Total Cost 12.5X 12 = 150 with $55 cashreward CB - $95 for a new tablet, i will keep it as a spear !!
Dont even bother finding a case, will just get a cheap screen protector
plus 6 Months amazon prime free via optus subhub
still haven't opened and activated…lol !
Unfortunately I've already prepaid for Prime till September. Anyone know if it's possible to get a pro-rata refund?
Not possible. I contacted Amazon customer support and asking to have the membership fee refund but they refused.
@T-man: When this deal was initially 12 months I was 2 months into a 12 month paid subscription. Told them I wanted to cancel and got the same response as you, told them I wanted to switch to 1 month subscription and they let me cancel.
@T-man: I did it after I got it for a month or so (1 year prepaid) and they actually refunded so I got it through sub hub instead
@T-man: Perhaps you would like amazon to pay you for the privilege of having you as a subscriber…. Really?
i will keep it as a spear !!
I've told my family that I was getting it as a 'throwaway tablet', but I wasn't literally going to use this as a spear!
Do we have to remain on direct debit in order to recive the plan and tablet discounts?
The plans CIS document covers this: "Automatic payments via credit, debit or charge card are required for these
plans"Thanks.
Woot Deal of the Month!
He posted the deal for farque sake.
Legend! 🍻
Pat on the shoulder from yourself comment and still didn’t upvote lol
Haha I didn't think OPs could!
No shame in upvoting yourself unlike other platforms besides reddit. Crazy how your first deal was removed for sock puppet and now the second is a popular deal.
@Sheng: Because im associated with HN it won't let me post any HN offers so have to do them all in Anon thread which usually gets missed.
It's a wierd rule. Even if I declare I'm associated it won't let me. So I think back then I did a sockpuppet post for an iPhone Optus deal…
Pretty sure the website automatically upvotes one's own deal upon posting.
Not even this deal is enough to satisfy some!!
Still yet to hear anything about my order (with an A on the end)
same… ordered on 24/04 5:00am
What is your chat not response? Mine is not ready for delivery.
I cant even get chat working on the app - "we're having trouble connecting" error, has been that way for last week.
Got an email today "Your mobile broadband order is ready for delivery and will be delivered shortly". Still getting the same info as I've always had when I click on the link.
Arrived today
Well theres a failure rate, and theres a failure rate within 24 hours of purchase. This thing has bricked itself after 1 use, zero sign of life.
Oh shit!
Try to go through Samsung for a replacement and not optus since they will cancel the plan with no restock
What caused it to brick? Auto update?
Same thing happened to mine after one day of use and the bloody thing wouldn’t turn on , at first I thought it was battery issues and then did a bit of research online and have to force restart it using the volume down button and the start button simultaneously and then it came back to life after rebooting .
Here is the link of what I did
https://thedroidguy.com/fix-samsung-galaxy-a8-2019-wont-turn…
2018/2019 tablet.
No wonder it can't cope with 2022
This is 2022 model since it was available from beginning of 2022 (was announced during end of 2021) and that link is for Samsung A8 phone released in 2019.
Someone's salty they missed out
can possibly order the 128gb one thanks to Chorong
‘The product is currently out-of-stock.’
I can still order through the 64GB and 128GB link, but my orders on the 23rd are still pending and I have no use getting more. Not interested in selling them like others
could you please provide the link for 64gb one or PM me if possible.
Thanks
For the 64gv yes, but I placed an order for the 128gb last night and its on its way
How did you place the order for $128 it’s also showing out of stock ?
@mmd: thanks for the link… but this one OOS too…hopefully they get some stock and the deal be back..
Any suggestions for a case or cover for the Galaxy Tab A 8
So had lost all of hope of actually receiving a device ,but just received a notification today morning that my device is on the way.
Ordered late night 23rd ,got the order confirmation email on 24th 1:30 am.
Had a chat with their customer care last week but did not get any definite response but just a out of stock response.
Ordered 24th 6 am just got my text that it's on its way
WldGot sms today morning confirming its on its way for delivery.
Ordered 24th April 2 AM.
South Australia AdelaideHoly moly, I didn't realise how good this deal is. As somebody on a 15$ / 28day mobile phone plan, I'll be switching to unlimited talk and text ($60/365 days) and using this in my dual sim phone for mobile data. Adding up the savings including 55$ cashback, the 128gb model only really costs 35$. How wild is that
The people who got on this deal and did not need the tablet and ARE flogging it for sale are vile creatures.
Hope you suffer horrible consequences.
Each to their own, it's their thing and they can do what they like. I personally will use the tablet and the plan is handy for any remote work, if you don't want to use your phone data.
Hope you suffer horrible consequences.
What would be an appropriate horrible consequence?
Running out of data on their main phone for a week?
Spontaneous combustion.
Got scammed on Gumtree?
I'm personally keeping mine, but the thought did cross my mind initially to sell it cheap and make a quick buck. Got to find a way to make extra money somehow, so if an opportunity presents itself then by all means. If someone had stolen a tablet to sell it, well that's someone I would call a vile creature. But just for reselling a tablet from a promotion? Come on. I do however think there should have been a limit of one per customer or even household, to make it fairer for people who missed out.
You can disagree with me if you want but hey we're all entitled to an opinion.
Lol the only way to make a buck with these is eBay, and the prices are dipping under $300. It’ll get flooded and drop further. With $150 in plan fees, it’s not much of a deal
$95 after cashback (assuming that cashrewards pay it). So even if you sold for $200 you're still up $105. If times are tough then I'd happily take $100+ for a small amount of work. Plus you still get the benefit of all that data. Heck I've made bank accounts and done minimum spends just to make $50 lol
@DemocracyManifest: Also I think everyone’s misread the deal or there’s some catch with the contract for sure
@DemocracyManifest: It's a 12 month contract. It's $12.50/ month, confirmed because the first payment has come out and the second month amount is showing. The device discount of $44.04/month (the full cost of the device) for 12 months shows on the contract.
If you don't cancel after 12 months it's $25/month ongoing. If you cancel within the 12 months you have to pay the remaining device fees (no discount). Other than that there's not really anything else that can be misread or any other catch.
Ordered 24/4 - 7am - Melbourne - existing customer with several plans
Email received stating order is on the way. No SMS though, and app still shows submitted/pending.
Good luck to the rest of you still holding out. Sorry some of you have had a terrible experience.
After my email from Optus telling me it was on the way, never received any word from StarTrack. However, it showed up this morning. Considering a signature/id was required, I find it strange no notice was given. Anyway, can’t complain, many thanks OP for the deal.
How long has it taken for those who received update order is on its way to actually receiving it? Mine still has item "left warehouse" since 28/4 but haven't received it yet.
Due for delivery this morning, but Star Track driver just conveniently said "couldn't get access" even though it's a business address smh Should've just opted to send to home, at least they'd leave delivery card and I can pick up later.
Contacted Star Track first which asked me to go back to Optus, Optus said wait 24 hours before contacting them back to see where it's ended up (hopefully not back to warehouse!)
Ordered 128gb model on 26/4 & received shipping notice today. :)
Ordered 24/4 - 3am - Melbourne - Existing customer with no active service
Email received stating order is on the way. No SMS though, and app still shows submitted/pending.
Good luck to the rest of you still holding out. Sorry some of you have had a terrible experience.
I didn't contact anyone. Was patiently waiting.
Kids broke the iPad charging port yesterday. Now will have some time to figure out where it can be fixed.
cheers
I patiently waited since I placed an order on 24/4 4am and 11am, initially received order number with ending A and new optus mobile numbers, received SMS regarding orders and no email.
Today morning 8:45am I received SMS my orders being delivered. No email again.
I hope you will receive your order soon
Oft now did they manage that? I had a relative break part of the charger off before but that was a simple fix, tweezers
Is there any plan for call and SMS and getting this data sim used as e-sim?
i dont think so, but sms is possible
Ordered 24/4 10 AM.
Just got my 128GB tablet on Labour Day (QLD).
Wonder if I should cancel the 64GB one.…so I successfully placed an order on Thursday April 28th (using the direct links earlier in the thread and a bit of refreshing) and just received shipping notification
the cheapest case and screen protector are around 28
30% of the cost of tablet!!!!! OMG!
Screen protector for a tablet is overkill IMO.
Na it’s not, the fix is above and beyond that price
Went supcase beetle. When you think about it, it's a $500 tablet… Treat it as such so $40 is not much in scheme of things
i ordered a 128gb A8 on 25th got sms today saying it is ready for delivery. but i enter tracking no. and i get "Sorry, but we cannot find your OPTUS Order Number ." i guess its too late to change the order to the 64gb model as that may affect the tracking of cashback ?
Has anyone tracked cashback using Shopback instead of Cashrewards like me? It tracked $44.80 under "Optus prepaid mobile", should I contact them and let them know this is postpaid? Maybe I should wait, after all my order is still sitting at "submitted".
i didnt think shopback pay as only seen prepaid listed?
Mine only tracked for $28 (SIM only plan instead of SIM + device) under postpaid mobile.
Got both orders fulfilled, 128Gb will be gifted to my sister, and the 64G to my mom :-)
Mothers day gift settled :-)Well you are generous in paying the plan fees for them
"SAMSUNG TAB A8 64GB
Optus will provide you with regular updates as it may take longer than 1-5 days to complete your order."Funny that, ordered on 24th (early morning) and had a single confirmation email with an order number ending with an A and that is it.
No tracking info at startrack either.Got my tablet this morning, ordered 9pm 23rd, the only thing is I am existing customer but I have a separate account for this, i.e. the 30gb is not added to my current data pool!
Anyone else with the same issue?
Take this with a grain of salt as it came from CS, but I was told that all orders for this product/service will be processed as "new orders". I put in my order on 23/4 as an upgrade to an existing service, only for it to be converted to a new order on 25/4, which has pushed me back to the end of a far queue.
Unless all your plans are the new upfront direct debit plans they wont share data with this plan.
i know asked they update old plan under same terms so i could data pool. they said its possible but wanted to do an internal credit check and ask for my ID again via chat so declined for now as i dont trust them and im worried that the credit check would appear on external file too
I’ve put an email address I no longer have access to. Ordered 10.30am and only received a text with order no. ending with A. Does anyone know if I need to call up optus to chase up? However I’m also worried about order getting cancelled after calling up - according to previous post. Currently the app shows my order as pending submitted and chat is unavailable (error). Seems like an error due to being a previous optus customer. Any recommendations?
No i would just wait
Got an e-mail from Optus this morning saying the tablet is on its way for my 2nd order which was placed around 11AM on the 25th. Still unable to track the delivery on the StarTrack website.
First order which was placed around 11:30PM on the 23rd never progressed from being a temporary order.
Just received shipping notification. Ordered 1:30am on the 24th.app still states submitted
Ordered 128gb on 25th around 2pm and got shipping notification this morning. Pays to be patient and not hound support after 3 hours 🤷🏻
John is going to come after you for the upvote to this deal, mate
Shh, they'll never know 🤐
It seems like Optus trying to fulfill the order on 24th and 25th now. I also received email about shipping information but no sms yet. Btw I ordered on 24th.
I ordered 23rd but was given a temporary order number. They eventually processed it on the 28th. Hope they still have stock by then. Painful long wait
Also ordered on the 23rd here at 9:30pm and I still haven't progressed beyond the 'submitted'status on the app sadly. Seems like everyone who got in late is being prioritized over earlier orders.
Seems like the 64GB version is actually out of stock at the moment and the people who are getting delivery updates are those who ordered the 128GB version.
That would make sense. Hopefully the 64GB version will be restocked soon enough so we can all stop checking this thread religiously.
@XVX: I feel you right. I’ve been checking to see if people are still receiving it. Did you check with chat bot on your delivery status? Mine is still not ready for delivery. How sad
@Kahbo: Yeah I have been checking it on the chat bot and just keep getting the same response telling me that it hasn't left the warehouse and they might be awaiting more stock.
I just tried a human through the chat and they sent me this: "Thanks for the wait and sorry for the delay. I have checked and found that your order for Samsung Galaxy Tab A8 is currently in back order. It normally only takes 1-5 business days but its been really popular so currently have stock shortage with the Tablet. We apologize for the delay and inconvenience it may caused. Rest assured that we’ll send you the Tablet as soon as stock become available. You’ll have a longer wait than usual, but we’ll keep you updated."
@XVX: Standard human script. See mine lol
“ It is still pending with our Warehouse Team rest assured that once the stock is replenish your order will be the one to be prioritized to allocate a device.
As of the moment we don't have any timeframe that we can provide as we are still waiting for the devices to be delivered by Samsung.”
Mine is 64GB that was ordered on 24th and got email this morning stating it's on its way.
Just got the 64GB one, ordered at 8:40pm 23/04, received shipping details on 28/04.
Seems like everyone who got in late is being prioritized over earlier orders.
I was really early in and got my tablet last week.
I ordered on 24th before noon and it's a 64GB version.
Everything remains unchanged in app. Still 'Submitted' status. No email and no sms about any updates.
I ordered around the same time as you, same boat mate.
Hi mate,
Any updates on your order?I've seen some news comments that ordered on 24/4 and got delivered today.
Mine is still awol…Optus app is def useless.
Same as you mate. I ordered around 11.30am on the 24th and nothing yet. 64gb. Really hope we get it this week
Is the tablet unlocked?
Yes, I put a Boost SIM in it and it works well.
Is the tablet unlocked?
Nothing is locked, apart from prepaid devices. It has been like that for probably 12 years at least.
Picked mine up from the post office, thanks again OP and I guess Optus for honoring this (unlike some other admittedly too good to be true deals on this platform that also got >1000 votes haha)
Just checked with chat, apparently my order is packed an ready to ship. Ordered on the 25th
Order arrived this morning. Ordered 23/4 at 9pm. Had to show drivers licence. Thanks OP!
Ordered 23rd Apr 4pm (64GB model), still nada :(
Same on 23rd
Great offer, didn’t think I’d get one. Says package has been dispatched now. Thanks OP.
FYI I ordered 24/4 at 4:44AM, and I will be receiving it today based on tracking. I am in Melbourne.
My 2nd one is due to be delivered today. Ordered 24th 2am WA time. 128gb model existing customer
Ordered on 24/04 got confirmed email. Waiting and waiting. Chat with Optus support and they said order got canceled with no reason provided…
Tried my luck with another sales rep and it looks like I’m back on track. Ordered confirm, out of stock, escalates and now waiting for tracking number.
Still no progress for me. Nothing on any tracking avenues. Ordered evening of 24th in Brisbane.
Starting to think I might not get anything…
Same with me but the sale rep via chat help escalated my order. You should do the same:
Same here ordered 24th in the morning, not heard anything from them. A StarTrack truck pulled up and I got excited but it was just a dell rucksack I ordered weeks ago :(
Contact them. Managed to get mine sorted via chat:
How did you chat - I am even having problems getting into my account as I get a popup saying "we're setting up your account" and it redirects me to the login page.
I contacted them via the app last week and they said I would receive it by 2nd May but I got the feeling the guy was just fobbing me off… which is true as I haven't had any notifications.
@beebul: Was waiting for them to provide me a tracking number and got cut off the chat session. Bummer..
@lionh3art: Yeah, I can't access that either. Still 'setting up my account'.
When I try to chat in the app it gives me a link to 'Message your senior expert', but the link just goes back to the app homepage. Useless…[edit: some further chatting with the bot connected me.]
Ordered on 29th April. Startrack ETA is today!
Wow - 5 days after me and I've heard nothing from them. What a mess their systems are.
64gb or 128gb?
64gb
bought 64G on 24/4 1am, got delivery number in app on 2/5,received 10am today. device and sim card together, locate in Melbourne, had old account with Optus of inactive prepaid service.
Ordered 64GB on 24/4 @ 5.30am. Startracking finally has the tracking number (after always showing it could not find tracking number) and shows dispatched to be delivered today (in Syd). For those still waiting, don't lose hope.
Got delivered today. Finally.
I ordered on 23 and 24the and got the Order number ending with A. Nothing so far. Called 3-4 times and every time I was told that in 2 days.
Final call today and they said there is no stock and they are not expecting anytime soon. It could be 2 weeks or 6 months.
I asked them to cancel and reverse the check check they made on my credit file. It has gone down due to optus credit check. They said they cant reverse it and its as per the contract. I probably will have to take it further with the authorities.
Yeah, they asked me if I would want my other number and numbers used by family ported over to Optus. Lol.. what a bunch of jokers.
they just trying to sale, make complaint to the high level of the Optus management.
They did the same to me, I managed to get them to admit that orders are processed in chronological order and mine was out of stock when I placed it. Yet I have proof of people who ordered after me that received theirs so clearly it wasn't out of stock when I ordered. Told them to escalate my case to a higher level and threatened ombudsman since they are clearly not following Optus policies and aren't upholding their end of the contract. They asked me to not go ombudsman and will instead lodge my case with the same team that will deal with it if the ombudsman was involved. Told them they have a week to find me a solution or I'm going to the Ombudsman without notice. I have proof of every convo and (profanity) around they've given me. I'll bring them to their knees.
Lol
We'll see who's laughing when I get my tablet/compensation while everyone else is still waiting for this magical fairy that's going to deliver stock of the tablet to Optus to fulfil all the orders of those who think it's EnTItLemEnt to complain :)
Does everyone got 5G sim card delivery with the device together?
yes. same box
The half price $25 sim plan is only 4G.
I ordered 5am 24/4 and got an order ending with A straight away (& I have never been an Optus customer). I ordered 3 of 64GBs for me, wife and mum in 1 single order.
Then a week gone by, had no hope so didn't bother to contact anyone at Optus.
Then suddenly received sms a day ago saying it's shipped along with new mobile number comes with it. All 3 were processed at the same time, with different mobile numbers. StarTrack didn't see anything at that time though.
So today I check again and it shows Onboard for delivery!
Hope these info help - patience is the game.
(I reloaded this page like 100 times to see how everyone went)OMG Their chat experts are 🤬 useless!!
I'm just going to forget about it for now and if it happens it happens… but jeez what a mess their setup is. I can't believe how badly these big telcos are run.
Yeah, 'expert' says it is still out of stock that's why it's not delivered. But it will be ready within this week.
Right… I'll believe it when I see it.
My expert said I would get a tracking code in 24-48 hours. I really don't believe him (I am doubting his expertise 😄)
When did you order?
@Kahbo: 24th in the morning.
Apparently I am still waiting for a SAP number or something which will then give me a tracking number… should get that within 24/48 hours. Crazy.
Not sure I believe any of it, they just issue them out randomly by the sounds of things.
Did anyone receive their cashback on this yet?
Need help! My credit score reduced by 140 points due to optus. Never seen such step fall before. Is it permanent or just for time being while the order is being established? Is it possible to restore 140 points?
I also faced the same situation. As far as I know, Its kind of permanent ( for 5 years). Happy to be corrected.
Feeling very annoyed - lost the points for noting. We need to take this up with the authorities.
Don't sweat about the score. Yours will become lower if you aren't making money for THEM.
How do i know?
Mine got lower AFTER I paid off the home loan.
:)
The credit rating system here in Australia is long overdue for an overhaul.
you meant after 12 months (end of optus contract), 140 points will be restored?
nah, it's 5 years per enquiry that certain companies use. Afterpay, optus, telstra, bank records but banks are more interested in real data you provide not some bullplop data collater.
you can sign up and check - try Illion first, it's all there.
Ordered 24/4 9am. Chat with CS - OOS with no ETA.
You would think by now Optus should've trained all the chat staff to provide a standard answer to all the enquiries so we don't end up with different stories with different chat staff. My order was placed 24/04 11am and I was told another batch of stock is arriving soon and I should definitely get the tracking number this week.
Did you order the 64gb or 128gb version?
64gb but I won't get my hopes high.
I was told this yesterday. I will contact their CS again tomorrow to see if they come up with a different reply.
Optus system is a mess or it's screwed by all Ozbargainers for this deal.
I ordered on 25th and got order confirmation with A in few minutes. I thought that I am late and reading all the comments here I was having strong FOMO…. and was in doubt that my order will go-through as it was showing OOS. Chat support didn't helped either to gain any confidence that order will be delivered.On 30th, one of my many browser cart was having this added, so even though it was OOS, the order went through (created a new account with my partner's details). I got order confirmation with anew order number with A in few minutes. I was very surprised that I was able to place order at the first place, and to ADD MORE to that the order date and time is exactly same to my first order (placed on 24th). I was damn sure that this will surely be cancelled.
To my surprise, I got shipping confirmation for both of my orders today. Waiting for the delivery
I only need 1 tablet, not sure what to do with the 2nd one.Maybe you can reject one of order so it will cancelled it, or give to your partner, lol
My tablet just died! Who should I go to for warranty? Samsung or Optus?
jeez thats the second ive seen reported on this thread
jeez thats the second ive seen reported on this thread
There would probably have been thousands sold. 2 out of a thousand is 0.2% which is a really low failure rate for electronics.
Thanks mine died too and i provided the same above link
If hard resetting doesn't work then go through Samsung
Hard reset works. Thank you
Ordered 24th 4AM.
Received this Arvo
No one could locate the order number anywhere and no notification from StarTrack either.Got mine delivered today, yay! Ordered around 1:30am on 24th.
Got mine around 2 today. ordered 28/4 which optus f'd up ID check and finalised 29/4 at 4.56pm. 128gb - went through original landing page - am surprised it went through.
Got mine delivered, sim doesn't look to be activated as yet. Got order notification email at 12.45am on 24th Apr. Now to get a case! Thanks OP.
have a look at the spigen post posted
https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/697932
it's 39.99, buts it's a spigen.
Thanks
Your case will cost you 26% value out of your table price, hehe..
My order was around 6 pm 23rd. Confirmed on 27th. Lot of stories in between but lets ignore that. Today I got the SMS:
"Hi, we're getting in touch about your new Samsung Tab A8 as there has been a delay with getting your new Tab to you. We're sorry for this delay but don't worry we're working hard on getting your new Samsung Tab A8 to you and we'll let you know when it's out for delivery."
I am happy but excitement is going down with the long wait. And I hope its good enough to replace my old iPad Air. Don't expect same screen quality but similar or better performance and better speakers will be enough.
Same I ordered on 24 12 am and got this frustrating oh well
Yeah this is because everyone’s harassing them 🤦♂️
Does anyone know when you sign up to Optus Sport, it asks for your mobile number. Is that your own mobile or the number of the new service?
Generally an account mobile, so they SMS for 2fab login
Mine was delivered earlier today (128GB model). StarTrack delivery person asked for my ID before hand in it over and commented that he has been delivering lots of these today.
Build quality seems OK although still doesn't feel as nice as my old Galaxy Tab S4.
2/3 arrived today in WA with both ordered a few hours after this deal went up.
1x 128gb (wife is super happy with it!); and
1x 64gb (MIL hopefully will be happy when we gift it to her).All setup with the Smart Switch program, interface is a little laggy under load but when you think of the cost vs performance, you really can't fault it.
ordered on 24th 5am, got the text yesterday, cant be tracked at all, but finally got it delivered today.
i'm wondering though, does anyone knows whether it can receive a normal call?
i know it probably cant make a call due to the tablet plan, but i dont know why I cant receive a call from my other number to it.Optus data plan sims can't make or receive calls if that is what you are asking.
You can try putting a phone plan sim in it to see if it takes regular calls.
Thanks for that, exactly what I'm asking.
Did it work? Interested if it can receive SMS verification.
@BangkokBreakfast: It can receive SMS if you put the sim in a 4G modem. Log in to modem here http://192.168.8.1/html/home.html to send and receive SMS
@BangkokBreakfast: i try to call and sms to it, but nothing come up, although i'm not sure if the number is correct, as when I try to send SMS to 9999, it failed (saying that details not found)
it can receive sms but not send. you get the mobile number from your optus account
@c64: yeah, I got the number from my account, but just not sure if it is the right one or if I got the correct SIM card, as I have no way to confirm the number.
the only one that I can confirm is that any internet usage is clearly recorded in my account :D
does this tab really a screen protector for adult? thanks
Probably not have some 9-10 year old nexus 7's that haven't had screen protectors and are doing fine.
thanks for your reply because I have never put screen protector on iPad air 2 as well.
I don't know how any sober adult can scratch a 10" tablet assuming it has a fold-over case when not in use.
@Charlie Dont Surf: If it's used at or near a beach and some sand gets in between the cover and the screen, it could get scratched.
@Charlie Dont Surf: I've sliced an ipad before… watching recipe while chopping bone and it slips and clipped the case. (p.s always place a towel under chopping board lol)
So… what is everybody using their tablet for? Mine was a typical OzB spontaneous purchase, and now I'm wondering whether I should keep, gift or sell it.
What tablet.
mood. I'm still waiting anxiously
I'm using mine in my truck for music and Google maps
Mainly for viewing music scores for my piano
Great idea- didn't think of it! Any app suggestion for this?
I haven't yet found any compatible apps so I just use PDF files
Wife is using hers for photo storage (camera direct to tablet when out and about), brand rep stuff for children clothing companies (calendars, photos, instragram), light to medium gaming (pokemon, slots, etc.) and an alternative everyday deice to her very broken and barely hanging on Z Fold 3 - they're not suuper powerful but get the job done nicely.
Wife is using hers for photo storage (camera direct to tablet when out and about)
I would have just bought another SD card. ;)
I did float this idea and was promptly shot down on the basis that "an SD card can't upload that photo to instagram". Was worth a try haha
I wanted a cheap tablet with cellular for a boating app/map.
I'll mount it somehow.
Basically something I wouldnt mind if it got trashed or fell in the water….and BINGO !
..still waiting though :(I just sold it in FB Marketplace. Everyone in my house already has iPad Gen 9
mind sharing what price you got for it?
$250 cash
Spare device for my Tab S4 since it's getting old and stuck on Android 10.
Any way to cancel this plan early and get the tablet less than the $150 total cost?
No, if you cancel the plan early it will cost significantly more than $150, not less.
Minimum cost is $498 over 12months unless you receive the device credit, which requires you to be connected to at least the $12.50 discounted plan…
Early posts in this deal covered the details, though with 20 odd pages they can be hard to find. Here's one example: https://www.ozbargain.com.au/comment/12039688/redir
just stop paying …
Ahahahah
anyone know if optus allows us to port in a number to use as the data sim?
YES they can ,I have been offered on the chat
I want to port in my number too, but the sim was automatic activated after I received.
i just tried on chat and they said it is impossible.. anyone else confirm they can?
What are opinions on wether the 64gb varsion will be restocked at the same (Oz) Bargain price?
I was s/w Optus the other day for some reason and the guy tried to x-sell me a handset, then an iPad - I mentioned this tablet may have been of interest but out of stock, and he did say they are trying to get more in (not sure if 64 or 128 sorry).
Better question may be, will it be before 9/05 when half-price data plan offer expires, and will they still offer on 12 mth - all iPad and watches are 36 mthProbably after
Received mine today- Star track driver was strict with needing to cite ID before handing over.
First impression- looks pretty sleek, I haven't had a tablet for a while (last one was a Samsung GT-P7500 years ago which I was rather unimpressed with) and have not owned an iPad so can't compare. Added an SD card and did some updates, so far so good. I think I'll be using this mostly for browsing, YT and light gaming so really can't complain for the price!
Does anyone know if optus does rollover mobile data to following month of any unused data?
No, any unused data expires at the end of each payment cycle.
What can I do with the Optus Sim and data? I don't use Optus myself.
Can I transfer the data to someone else? Could I sell the Sim or just give it away?You can just give it to someone to use - if it's someone you don't know I'd get them to sign a letter saying they are responsible for all the internet activity on that SIM number.
Just in case they are doing something illegal, you want to be protected.
It's not possible for someone to run up extra charges or use more data than provided, so it's very little / no risk.I keep the data SIM in the tablet for the kids to use if we are out and about so there's no need to use the mobile phones for YT etc.
Any unused data remaining near the end of the month will be donated to charity via the MyOptus app.
Would you donate at beginning of the month to maximise usage opportunities?
There's 30GB on the mobile data plan that came with this tablet, I usually leave it till the end before doing any donation.
If I donate at the beginning, it might get throttled to 1.5Mbps if the kids used too much towards the end.
Any unused data remaining near the end of the month will be donated to charity via the MyOptus app.
That's a clever PR move. Optus knows exactly how much data is unused by all their customers so they could donate it themselves, but doing it this way makes them look better I guess? :)
I'd question if that data actually gets gifted or how that works? They are not transparent on the site.
Have everyone received their tablets yet ? Ordered on 24/04 5:30pm, still haven’t received any update delivery info yet.
Nope. Ordered 23/4 arvo. Asked in chat said oos. No eta
Same
Nup - ordered 24/4 12pm (64gb) and radio silence. Partner ordered 28/4 (128gb) and received it on Monday
Ordered on the 23rd at 9:30pm and still got no delivery info yet, just have the order in the app sitting at 'submitted'.
Ordered 23/4 11:30pm and got a temp order number.
Order confirmed 26/4 9:30am.
Shows "nothing to see here" when I track my order up till now.
On chat now with CS and told OOS. Go to an Optus store for available stock.
Pressed further and CS is checking on the warehouse.and there is no stock and no ETA.Yes, ordered on 24/04 5:00am received mine yesterday QLD
64gb is out of stock. 128gb still in stock.
Should’ve just ordered 128gb 🤣
Ordered on 24/4 8am. No email or sms update. Can't track optus order number.
I should stop refreshing this page.
Ordered 24th, still no info. Chat said they are waiting on more stock so I'm just going to forget about it now and wait till it shows up at my door.
Yes, put that AliExpress training to good use!
Anyone else noticed the display has a bluish tint ? Any recommended apps to adjust display colours as not much in the device settings menu.
Also grabbed this case from Amazon as it had next day delivery, fits and looks good, quite slim.
Only issue on the one I've got is once table is inserted the small magnets don't hold the top flap closed, seems flap is just a smidge small.https://www.amazon.com.au/ProCase-Galaxy-Protective-SM-X200-…
I saw a Korean famous reviewer on Youtube and told same thing about very bluish screen and sound is loud but not in good quality,
I haven't got mine and wonder if I just cancel the order but I already ordered case and keyboard from Ebay.,
My order has still showing submitted and I have unable to expedite with Optus chat team so far
The bluish colour seems to be less noticeable on videos now I've used it for a few hours.
Sound is loud, but seems reasonable to me for a tablet device. I just think of it as a $95 dollar tablet !Envy you as I'm still waiting for the tab and has no news.
Anyone tried pricematching at Telstra? https://www.telstra.com.au/mobile-phones/price-match
Could possibly get it for $15 a month since that is their cheapest data planSold my A8 for $250 cash on FB Marketplace. Only taken one day to sell. Fairly happy with it given I only need Optus sport subscription, and I have no use of the A8 as everyone has an iPad Gen 9.
The optus support offered to swap the A8 with A13 phone for the same plan.
Did anyone get that? They should give an equivalent value device (tablet) imho…Yea they said the same but I was like lol. Would take it if it was A7
Is anyone having issue with logging into optus app? I kept getting error message, wasn’t sure if I opened the app too often
I have not been able to log into the app.
I can log onto my account through the website, but can't get to the message/chat function.
I have received the 128gb I ordered a couple of days ago.
What date did you order?
Ah sweet. I ordered on the same day but my order status is still at 'Submitted' and service activation still at 'Pending' in tracking in the Optus app.
@Kahbo: When I ordered it was saying the 64GB was out of stock but the 128GB didn't have that message and I was able to place an order.
@Kahbo: The 128gb just came in stock for me and I snagged one, just 10 minutes ago. I don't know if it improves the chances, but I was opening the link in an incognito tab. Good luck!
@lisa651: Still OOS in mine. Will keep trying and keep you posted. Did you get a confirmation right away? Or is the order status open?
@Kahbo: I instantly got an email confirmation, with a link to track the order. Currently says "in progress".
"Hi there,
Your mobile broadband order is in and we're getting things ready. We'll be in touch once it's on the move."
@lisa651: @lisa651 @kahbo have you'll received the 128GB version tabs that you'll ordered?
I managed to place an order for one on the 5th.
All I have is an email from Optus (with the contract). No updates yet@shakir99: Just got an SMS saying my order is finally ready for delivery! Hope yours comes soon too!
@Kahbo: i got this email straight after
Your mobile broadband order 1234567A is in and we're getting things ready. We'll be in touch once it's on the move.
@lisa651: Managed to put one through, but message states -
This order is currently being processed. Check back here for updates, which can take up to 48 hours to appear.
No confirmation 😫
@Kahbo: have you'll received the 128GB version tabs that you ordered?
I managed to place an order for one on the 5th.
All I have is an email from Optus (with the contract). No updates yet
Hi
I received my tablet with SIM card and an email saying the mobile service was activated but at the moment cannot use the SIM to browse the internet for example. Wifi works fine. Is there a setting in the tablet that needs to be adjusted?
Mobile data is switched on
I had to reboot the tablet after trying other things for a while, worked instantly after that.
I'm in Metro Sydney and looks like we have terrible Optus reception here as when I go outside it starts to work
Thanks OP and @chorong. I got the tab today.
Ordered on 25th evening.
Existing Customer, from Sydney.Why don't they just cancel the orders they cannot fulfil if they no stock.
I dont mind waiting if they are expecting to get stock in soon.
I don't think so they are going to get extra stock.
Cancel your order then ill happily wait for yours to come in :P
By the looks they are slowly getting stock in just not very many units at a time then again not everyone would be replying back here to say they got them.
Got the sms saying mines on the way. Better late then never
Anyone dealing with Cashrewards for a missing claim?
I have just reviewed the invoice you have sent and I can see that the payment method used and total amount paid are missing. While I am further investigating your transaction, it would be great if you could send through a copy of your complete invoice/order confirmation email from the store containing the payment method used, order date and total amount paid. The information mentioned is vital for our team to track down this transaction.
What did Optus provide showing all this information. Basically I received an email with an order number and a contract. You don’t pay anything until Optus bill you. They will find a reason not to pay.
I am in the same boat as you.
Did you claim under Optus-Postpaid?Yes. Optus don’t send you the information they are requesting. My order confirmation has an order number and the plan. It doesn’t even mention the tablet.
I first sent them the contract and they replied saying it doesn't show the order confirmation number and purchase date. They asked for the order confirmation email.
I sent them the confirmation email I received from Optus (subject line is Your Order Confirmation #xxxxxxxxxxA) and Optus now shows up as Pending in my CR transactions screen. Hopefully it goes through!I could send the contract if that’s what they’d like but they didn’t request that. Also, the contract makes no reference to the original order number.
Yup. It's the original confirmation email that they wanted.
Yes, I am being asked the same with some extra details about the type of service and plan.
Did you claim as a postpaid or prepaid?
Postpaid. The cashback wont even matter if I don't even get the tab.
Did you claim as a postpaid or prepaid?
Post paid, as it isn't a prepaid service. I put down $55 as the expected cashback.
Missing track is what you mean right?
Yes, sorry
Also lodged cash rewards claim.
"I was reviewing the attached documentation from Optus Prepaid and noticed that the order reference number and purchase date are missing. It would be great if you could send through your order confirmation from the store displaying this missing information so that I can further investigate this claim."
Any body can confirm Tab is lock to optus network?
Chuck a non optus SIM into it?
No phone or tablet device, other than prepaid devices, have been locked to any network for over a decade.
Ordered 2 of the 128gb around 10 on 25/04, but only got confirmation for one of the orders so I was resigned to just getting one, if I was lucky. On 2/5 got notification from Optus saying the tablet is ready for delivery but the order number ending in A is different to the one I got the confirmation email for. Nothing since then, I've been checking the Optus/Startrack website every day with both the order numbers and it had always come up as no order found. But this morning when I checked again they both came up and I just received them both! Thanks OP, I've been wanting a tablet for a while for the bigger screen but they're usually so expensive so this was perfect. Don't give up hope yet, people! I'm in Perth
order on 24th around 10am and still nothing, still shows as submitted. talked CS twice, first one asked me to wait big longer, 2nd one said the item is no sell and I wont get it then tried to ask me to cancel and re-order A7
I ordered at the same day/ time as you. Have been promised it days ago by one chat 'expert' and told I would get a tracking code soon by another.
Not expecting to get them now. Seems like they were just sent out randomly.
well, at least we haven't got charged yet
Same boat. Ordered around 11ish on 24th.
Chatted with CS at least twice, and 2nd time, I was told somehow it stuck at credit check and they would escalate the order. Still, nothing is happening until this moment.
any update for yours? Mines still submitted. Giving up
I still got nothing mate. Also ordered 24th…
@NigelTufnel: Hang in there. I ordered on the 23rd, then cancelled and reordered the 128gb on the morning of the 24th. Got mine on Wed.
Nothing nowt Nada.
Should have ordered on the 29th would have them by now. 🤣
Well just an update on my situation, I ordered 2 tabs in the 23 April and another 1 tab on the 24 April.
I got the first 2 tab a week ago. But nothing on the 3rd tab, my order is still pending, submitted with a sim number attached to it.
After a week of going back and forth with the online chat, the 1 agent told me to see if I can get it in store a Optus store and sign up to the full price $25. 12 month deal.
Yesterday I called up 2 Optus store near me, and 1 of them had it. I signed up with them on the phone and got them to hold it until today to pick up. I just picked it up a few hours ago and went back on to the chat, told them to read my chat history and they have now applied the 50% off the sum deal.
I also asked them to cancel my pending order.
So now All good on my end.
Good luck to everyone else waiting to get it.Congrats on receiving your 3 tablets.
Got mine. Couldn't wait for delivery due to no stock in warehouse, therefore went to Optus store, luckily they have one left. Picked up last one. Now need to buy the Microsd card. Any suggestions?
Did you have to re-contract or just pick up from Optus store and connect with your existing order?
Not sure what he did. He said that he is taking my online order and process it in store. I have to sign the document and provide my driving licence. At the end i got the same deal, same contract and same account number.
I'm currently communicating with optus and CS team advise me that
"yes that is also what I can see that is the last update it is showing the order must have not yet went to the warehouse it is stuck on the order list. I will raise a IT case so that it can be processed." meaning that something has stuck and it can be released by CS team if that's the case, I will continue to update later on.after that CS member advise that
I have checked from my end and would like to apologies first for the delay that have happened.
This product was on high demand that is why there was a delay in delivery.
I would like to confirm you that you can expect the delivery within 3 business days and also I have prioritized your request as well so that you will not have to wait any more longer for this delivery. I have gone a extra mile for you and made this request sorted so that the delivery done at its earliest.
You will also receive a delivery notification once it is sent to the warehouse and also in the date of the delivery.
PS: I ordered and cancelled on 23 April and reordered with Cashback on 24 April 9 am, my current status is "submitted"
I chatted to them as well and got told there’s no stock and they will be shipped once it’s in stock (donno when). Guess i won’t have the hopes high. Ordered 64gb too
Yeah that's the same response I got. Just gonna wait it out.
Same here. They have no idea about stock.
Got my this week so hang in there. Optus indicated that they'd grossly underestimated the demand - thanks OP 😁 - but unlike others didn't pull their deal - pointing right at you Foxtel 😡.
Piles of these tablets are on FB Marketplace now.
Being sold off faster than the NASDAQ, and with falling prices as well.
Good. Hope all the wannabe scalpers are left hodling their tablets.
Funny 🤣…. and spot on. Some very good deals to be had on the Nasdaq, but there's still a way to go I suspect.
Anyone successfully switch the data plan from physical sim to esim?
I don't think the tab A8 is esim compatible..
Gonna use that on my iPhone
You have to call the customer care or go in store to convert it to esim
Doesn't work so far. Looks like their system sux compared to Telstra. Kicking the ball around.
Here's my first impression: coming from an ipad air 2, the a8 is very nice overall. Construction is decent, and that 80% srgb screen is good, speed is good. Im very happy with the purchase :)
Agree. It's was crazy sweet deal. Quick question though - do you notice a slightly yellow cast on the screen? Noted this on the left and right.
Apart from that the screen is good. Viewing angles are totally acceptable. Colours are however (noticeably) less vibrant than I've come to expect. But all in a good buy.
That said - would absolutely not recommend it at RRP or close. The S6 would be a better buy.
Sounds like batch variations? Mine doesn't have yellow cast, the colour looks uniform across all area to my untrained eyes. it's a 128gb model, made in China.
Cool. Thanks for confirming.
comparison of ipad air 2 and tab a8 besides battery?
I ordered just one on 23rd (for my daughters school work). Am told today it's out of stock. Awesome how some grabbed multiple tabs and got all of them - well managed by Optus.
Offer them $150, that’s all they deserve
Can't turn on my tab, tried https://thedroidguy.com/fix-samsung-galaxy-a8-2019-wont-turn… , still no good, should I go to optus or samsung directly? Anyone experiencing the same?
Nope. You should contact Optus and ask for a replacement.
Contact Samsung direct. Optus doesn’t even have stock and will just probably cancel the plan when you return it
I think they’ve canned the deal because it was too good: Optus shop would not match it and it didn’t appear on their portal instore
Yeah deals finished now, back up to full price on all.
Good job everyone lol
Thanks farque for highlighting the deal, I've got one for the kids.
Well done to those who managed to score one (or more!).
Why am I still refreshing this page I don't know, just the ozbargain in me… LOL
contacted customer service to correct the delivery address three times and even spelt it word by word on the optuse messaging app and they still managed to corrupt the delivery address. Called 133937 early in the morning on 2 days and their computer system was down. Promised to call back later in the evening but no, they didn't. Called on Saturday morning and the designated team is not open. Delivery failed and now my tablet is sitting in the warehouse about to be cancelled. So close yet so far. Just venting. Yes Optus? No….
Sounds pretty much identical to me.
They offered a7 after another credit check
Optus were not very helpful.
try asking for tab S6/7?
Is this tablet locked to Optus? Any idea how I unlock it for the future?
No phone or tablet has been locked for over a decade, except prepaid ones.
Anyone noticed WiFi reception weak? WiFi router was around 12 metres away and it was dropping
Have the same issue. In certain areas of my home this Samsung tab is unable to pick up the wifi signal..but other devices can. I guess you get what you pay for.
I ordered 24/4 AM and still waiting. After talking to optus a few times about this, appears that my order was submitted and processed on 24/4 but didn't get "fully" processed and progress to a SAP order till the 27th. So even though everybody has an order number which ends with A, this doesn't mean the order has been submitted to a Shipment/Delivery Request in SAP. The SAP order number is what you track on the optus startrack website. I think this explains why orders appear to be allocated randomly but there appears to be some backend process that delays some orders for unclear reasons.
How have people gone with ordering in store and getting the discount applied retrospectively?Meaning those with late SAP numbers missed out on the first batch of delivery? Hence we are waiting for the no ETA batch of stock?
Yes, only when you progress to getting a SAP order number are you in the actual fulfilment queue. No idea why my order was delayed for those 3 days.
Mine is similiar, ordered 23/4. Got sap number 28/4. Kinda unfair when they should be looking at ordering date to fulfil. Was in chat with the cs and he suggested I should cancel my order!
Any cs shed any lights on stocks coming in?
I think I'm in the same boat as you - my order just sitting under a pile of chip packets.
Don't bother with the 'experts' they don't know 💩
Optus can just buy more tabs from facebook and gumtree and fulfil rest of the orders. Ha ha.
Order on the 23/04 no updates so far, how are people ordering on the 24/04 and still managed to receive them before earlier orders.
Mate, people that ordered on like the 28th have received orders. Optus are all over the shop…
That's the 128gb model
Oh really. Well, I guess that makes me feel a little better…
I think I saw this before it was updated.
Order placed 27/4 for 64gb, have a few chats up to yesterday that pending delivery. Sap sent to warehouse for delivery. This morning checked the order number ending with a now cancelled.
What’s the reason for the cancellation?
Same here order got cancelled
64GB or 128GB?
64gb
Order placed 24th and received A ref immediately.
Had a chat today.
They said it's with the warehouse and still on backorder.
Still a glimmer of hopeI got replies like these and also OOS. I don't believe them anymore.
It should have been one per customer 🙄
Don't believe them they are liars - they can't even see what is in stock. Just fobbing us off now.
Optus and Telstra are some of the worse run companies I've ever had to deal with. If you ran a small business like this you would go bust in a week.
I have communicated with optus CS team on web chat just now and they were it's all sold out and unable to supply.
I have ordered 24 April and vigorously chasing daily and had so many time I was assure I will get it but with delay.
have anyone communicate with CS team today and state it's cancelled? my case and keyboard are coming tomorrow.
They’ve jacked the tablet back up on the site astronomically as well but it’s still out of stock
after explanation, CS is going to check further and…. CS was simply saying this it's out of stock on their website……… I don't know what's going on
With 21k clicks they probably did shift the literal stock they had for the promotion so you are best to sit tight and see if you get lucky
@DemocracyManifest: Little more update
I have chat with Optus CS team specialist today, it's out of stock but my order is submitted and will be fulfilled once item is coming in.
My case and keyboard have arrived, I will wait for the Tab A8@Sambuca: ordered 64GB, I went to Optus store in eastern suburb of Melbourne, lady have exact idea what's happening and I couldn't agree more with her.
overly popular with deal, Galaxy Tab A8 were oversold and Optus placed order with Samsung but currently waiting for the Tab A8 and Optus will send SMS with tracking detail once they ship out the Tab.
Why did you order the case and keyboard before even getting shipping confirmation?
I did have SAP order number and also few of CS team advise that no need to worry that your order is safe,
I had another message that no need to worry of my order is secure but have been delayed this evening.
I will try to be patient.
Just curious, is anyone still getting shipping notification? Seems like the shipping has stopped
I'm still waiting for further updates. Order placed 24th 9am. Showing "submitted".
same for same day at 10am
went into an optus store just to see if they had stock to get another and was prepared to pay $25/month for 12 months. (am impressed with tablet once spend the time on setup, screen colours etc)
guy checked out back, and on system. told me the a8 is listed as clearance item, which sure as hell explains a lot.
Not that I am encouraging blood sucking $$@)& scalping, but you might as well pickup a device from Gumtree/eBay/FB
Will let the reality of oversupply hit, then start.
Did you end up getting one or no stock
No stock.
Hmmm.. my tablet has been returned to the warehouse according to the optus app status, and ask me to contact customer service.
Anyone in the same boat?
Shit comment
I want to buy a case but then realise that'd be a significant % of the actual cost of the device and then proceed to cheap out. Talk about first world problems.
Bought one of these for $15 so not much. The quality is great and seems solid should provide sufficient protection if dropped or something. Well worth getting one for mine.
Btw cheers OP and Optus as well for honouring the deal! 🍻
I got the 'Procase' version of that for $13.99. there was a $1 off voucher coupon you simply clicked. Advert looks surprisingly similar.
https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/aw/d/B09ND4BZ5C?ref=ppx_pt2_mob…
I think I remember seeing one of these cases on Amazon and posted on this thread at the time, listed for $10.99, I didn't buy it until I had my tablet delivery from Optus on Friday.
I dropped once with this case on first day, haha
Yeah a solid case quite surprised at the quality given the price JETech 🍻!
the tablet is quite thin and a bit slippery to hold for me
also there isn't much of a bezel around the display, so if your palms are resting around the edges or even if tablet is resting on your stomach it tends to interfere with the touch screen
Genuine offer, got mine 10 days ago an in the My Optus app I can see my next payment is….. $12.50
you deserve all the negs coming mate
Despite still being out of stock when clicking through checkout now the price of the tablet is showing as full repayments and not discounted! Boo hiss
CashRewards rejected my cash back for the A8 128gb tablet and 12 months data contract.
No such $30 or $55 that others posting here seemed to have got so far.Were you already an Optus customer?
Ironically, I was an Optus mobile customer about 5 years ago.
This reflect on the billing date, as confirmed by online chat, that the billing date is whatever my old service with Optus was, the 27th of the month.
It keep saying on the app, 17 days to go.
I activated bthe Sim and tablet in Friday the 6th.
They used my old billing cycle for this one
Still $55 pending for me and I don't even have a tablet yet.
So was sent this via Optus chat - "I apologize on behalf of Optus if the stock doesn't reflect than what we really have. Might I suggest a device that is close to what you wanted?"
So Bait n Switch then, next available tablet is ~$38 a month over 3 years, hardly close to what I wanted.
I gave the tablet to my dad and he's saying the charger is pretty slow for it - is that other people's experiences?
If any of you that are still waiting for Galaxy Tab A8 64GB after order on 24- April ,
We need to be careful of their bait if really want to wait for getting this.
When I inquire on WebChat few days ago,
- Optus CS indicated that this is out of stock and asked me if she can cancel the order.
- In next follow up next day, CS suggest to go with Galaxy Tab A7 with same price in 36 months - A7 they offer is 32 GB and 36 months instead of 12 months- Not a deal
- I had case officer and called me yesterday, suggest to go optus store and get the Tab and I was showing little interest and then he asked me if he can cancel the order -
If cancel the order, can't order again and most of optus stores have no stock
I know in the end, I highly likely will get the Tab as 8 out of 10 CS team member in Optus indicated that it's on order but no confirmed date of shipping.
anyone who are still waiting, reply me below as I'm curious how many of us are waiting for this.
I'm still waiting for a 128gb (ordered on May 4th). Hopefully being patient will pay off!
I hope too
Still waiting. Ordered 64gb on 23/4 and try reorder same time as Lisa 4/5 for 128gb in hope to get it sooner.
Had CS asking me to cancel my orders which I refused. I also had a few said it’s on backorder with no eta.
I’m to a point if I get it it’s a bonus, if not then I’ve missed out. But I’m still checking this ozb for updates though.
same with me,
I ordered on 23 April but cancelled and re-order as I wanted to get cashback haha…
I also have hope but won't bother if it had to pass.
Still waiting. 64GB ordered 24th.
Monk like patience….I'll wait these bastards out!!!
Still waiting. Ordered on 24th for 64gb. I was too excited to tell the kid that I would get him a tablet . Now he keeps asking when he can get one 😞
Ikr.. seeing us getting it for kids but not getting it whereas others who got it is selling it off marketplace
Finally I got the sms saying it is ready for delivery. Hopefully you get one soon too.
Still waiting. 64GB ordered 24th 1pm.
Ordered 64gb on 23. order shows order placed on 27th. Will keep waiting and if they cancel it, well I got unlucky with another deal.
Ordered a 64gb on the 24th and still waiting. Not fussed tbh, if it shows, great. If it gets cancelled, so be it. I just check this thread once a day to see how everyone has fared.
Still waiting, ordered 24th at 1130am. 64GB version.
It is what it is. If I end up receiving this, great, if not, c'est la vie.
Just cancelled the order and report Optus to ACCC
tbh i have a feeling orders will soon be cancelled by optus anyway
Why did you cancel it lmao
for real we had nothing to lose. credit check was done anyway might as well wait and see if it rocks up one day
Have a strange Auspost package shipping via StarTrack which doesn't match anything else I've bought. Ready to be picked up. Hopefully it is the tablet.
Scam!
Don't open it could be a psychotic leprechaun.
I can pick it up for you to avoid any troubles
Ready to be picked up by the seller… No tracking yet. 😊 Just something in the system.
I'm wondering what it is. Anyway some hope now.Hope y'all have leprechaun insurance! 🤏
😂😂
Just received this SMS message
Hi, we're getting in touch about your new Samsung Tab A8 as there has been a delay with getting your new Tab to you. We're sorry for this delay but don't worry we're working hard on getting your new Samsung Tab A8 to you and we'll let you know when it's out for delivery. Need help? Message us 24/7 in My Optus app app.optus.com.au/msg-us or get in touch via optus.com.au/contactus
same, there is still hope.
I just got the same… ordered on 24/4 at 10am (based in SA).
Same
same
Just got the same message. Hopefully this means they are actually doing something about getting their hands on more tablets for those of us still waiting.
No, it means they're not do anything??? /s
Just got the same sms. Ordered on 24/4 at like 1am. Theres still hope I guess
I got this message on 3rd may. And still no news on tab A8. I guess we are in for long wait before we see our devices.
Received same message today. Ordered on 23rd night and got sap order number on 28/04. No update until today's sms.
Got the same SMS as well, still a possibility it will come.
Got this same SMS yesterday. Got another one this morning saying its ready for delivery. Ordered the 64gb model just before 8am on the 24th. Fingers crossed.
Good on you. I’ve ordered 23rd, got the same message yesterday but nothing today- seems like mine is still in the queue. Hopefully stock is back in. Anyone else got the ready for delivery message?
Did you end up getting by your tablet?
Got a tracking number with StarTrack and the delivery tracking of the order has info now. Says I should get it on Monday.
I'm guessing people will also get this text message. But I got one from Optus just now apologising for the delay, but that they are working hard on getting the tablet out to me.
Just got that too at 11:39
…still the faintest glimmerNothing for me
If optus are ordering them in to fulfill the waiting orders, are they technically losing money by selling these for $150?
But what’s the cost price for them? And also by having new customers signing up to optus it means that there’s potential that people would stay longer than 12 months after using their network
Allowing the device credit on 12 months plan seems to be a mistake on Optus's part. Had a look at Optus's website today and for the devices with device credit such as the Samsung Galaxy A13 they have now only applied the device credit if you select 24 months or 36 months as the contract length.
Exactly. And probably a thousand people messaging them for their 2nd or 3rd order totally murdered the deal for everybody when accounts raised the alarm
@lunartemis: Never think of it that way…..
If a person manage to push through say three order. That is 90gb of data for 12 months at 37.50 which by itself is not a bad deal, then you get 3 tablet for three which sells for about $300 each. That is a nice deal for sure!
Funny I was looking at ebay and there seem to be a surge of Tab A8 for sell in May…..🤣🤣🤣
Yeah optus is busy getting a a tablet and will let me know when.
I won’t hold my breath on this one
ordered early. heard nothing and now my log in doesn't work. Thinking my order has been cancelled. Be nice if they told me.
I have the Tab A8 128gb arrive on the 3rd and iPhone 11 128gb sitting at post office now.
Was paying Optus 72.50 a month and now for extra $628 (52.34 for 12 month) I am getting a New tablet and a new iPhone 11 128GB, that is almost 1.4K of gear at current market price. This must be favorite in contest to win my deal of the year follow by my $380 Bambino plus and $299 Fitbiz sense.
Technically the Fitbiz was done at Dec 2021 but I wasn't using it till this year so counting that in🤣🤣!!
Should have gotten the 128gb sigh.
Many OZBs are too caught up on the free stuff / as cheap as possible….
I did a quick google of the two version and to me the 128gb was a no brainer (price difference). Granted I need Optus so like I said I am already paying them $72.50. The number can be different to those who don't need / don't want to be on Optus.
So I initially ordered the tab on the 24th and got a temp order number, the service was an "upgrade" to an existing data plan.
I called to follow up, and they put through the temp order without the tab…
I called again to follow up about the tab, and they said it didn't go through, and then tested me for credit check.
Meanwhile my data plan was upgraded.
I "failed" the credit check.
I put through another order, this time standalone for the tablet and it went through.
So Optus lying to me about credit check…
And initiated a contract only partially fulfilling an order.
=/ Complaints team kind of hopeless as they can't tell me when my complaint will be resolved.36 months for device?
I have a similar situation. Ordered on 24th at around 12:30 am.
My order stock out from Optus warehouse on 3rd May.
And checked several times to StartTack and Optus , said that they couldn't find my address????
Last week StarTrack officer told me that I need to request the Optus to resend my item.
Since it is still not delivered I contact the Optus chat and they said that I need to recheck my credit???
And they request my id photos(driver license, medicare card) customer service will call me tomorrow.
And not my previous which I have ordered on 24th has disappeared.Wow, they didn’t call me today.
And my original order disappeared.
What a delusive company.
Rep said Samsung isn't letting them order lol
Why is that?
No clue.
Not sure if many are still waiting?
I ordered on the 24th of April and just got an SMS advising that it is now being delivered.
I only ever rang Optus once last week and the lady did her best to get me to either cancel or upsell me an iPhone. Not sure how an iPhone is similar to a tablet?Anyway, I think my wait is almost over.
Good luck!I got a text this morning saying mine is being delivered too. Not going to get too excited until I have it in my hands though.
Edit: Although when checking the order tracking in the Optus App, its still saying 'Submitted' and 'Pending'.
Happy for you guys. Nothing for me as usual. Did you guys order 64gb or 128gb?
Sorry, I forgot to mention that. It seems important in the scheme of things, as the 128GB was not as in demand.
I ordered the 64GB model.
Thanks. I ordered 23rd but rep told me my SAP was created after 28th. Not sure how that happened. Hopefully it’s back in stock and they are slowly fulfilling all the back orders
I got the 128GB version
Hi, can you pm your invoice. I got charged $26 for 36 months. They ask me to send a proof of 128G version.
Appreciate!
I ordered on 24 Apr, got a message today that the tablet will be delivered shortly. its 64gb version
Mind Sharing what time you placed the order?
You too haven’t got your delivery confirmation?
Ordered at 10am, haven’t received anything
ordered at 7:59AM. Delivered today afternoon
Long-time member of the No Tablet Club checking in.
Is this like an AA meeting for hopeful tablet owners? Checking in!
I don't want to be here for my one year badge.
I am clean for 24 days now
Nothing here, probably going to give up hope
Nothing here. Ordered the 64gb on 24th 10am.
I’m still waiting 🤡
I really would like to know how many of us are on the same boat.
If you ordered on 23 April or 24 April for Galaxy Tab A8 64GB and still waiting, please either click + or reply (make sure do only one of this action not both)
Ordered : 24th
Temp/confirmed order : Instant confirmed order ….A
Follow up chats? : Just 1, said it was with the warehouse on back order
Other: Received a sms/text from Optus confirming they have order and apologies etc.Hold tight and keep fingers crossed.
Mine had an A on the end too. It is now out for delivery this morning.
I also ordered on the 24th.Ohhhh nice.
Thanks
Ordered 2 (one for each kid) on 24th at 10am… Existing customer with no active accounts, live in SA. Both orders end in A
'Expert' Chat have been pointless
I ordered around 8 am on 24 April, I will pray for my luck to receive
9am/24th Existing customer.
Do you have your SAP number?
I think if your order hasn't been cancelled by now, it should arrive eventually.
Obviously Optus ran out of stock.
They would have placed an order with Samsung.
Samsung doesn't have enough stock at its Australian depot.
Samsung has ordered more to fulfill request. It is on its next shipment either by sea or air.Theres no point contacting help as they wont have access to the info above?
also the more you ask the more chance you risk them cancelling the order. so I just let it be for now and think of it as some Ali express order that will probably rock up sometime
that's quite true, optus team attempt me to cancel my orders multiple times
Yeah I dunno why people keep pestering them because that’s all they will be reporting back to management and increases the chance of cancellation
I would have been happy with them to say it was on backorder. I had one chat say it will be delivered within 5 business days of the order, another said 24/48 hours it will be delivered and later on another said those two guys "assumed" it was in stock and it isn't.
Won't bother chasing again but why shouldn't their helpdesk have access to that info, it seems straightforward enough, in fact they should change the bot to spit out a generic message if anyone enquires about these orders. I guess when you are a big telco you don't need to worry about that stuff :D
I'm happy to wait and see what happens - the kids birthdays have passed now anyway!
128GB tablet arrived today, placed order on 2/5.
Happy to see some are finally getting their tablets.
I am not a Optus user and placed an 128G version order on 1/5 from website.
Received a bill $16.62 for 36 months for device before the device arrival yesterday. First they said there is no promotion for the device. After showing them this ads, they argue it is only for 64G version not 128G. I felt really disappoint for the Optus service.
It is a big mistake forgetting to take the screenshot for the device.
Hope someone helps to send me the screenshot or receipt to proof it.
Your contract should mention the device credit. The contract should be attached to your initial order email.
This is the issue. The initial order email just lets me call the optus. There is nothing mentioned about the device. I provide the temporary order number in the order email but they still want me to show the evidence.
They don't follow my initial order and that's why I need some screenshot/receipt to proof it. Really sad.
They can’t argue that but I don’t think a websnap shot will show it: someone else did I think however screenshot it in the early thread
They can't but they do. They even don't know this TAB discount before showing them this ads.
Thanks a lot!
How did you go?
I archived the website just in case. I don't know if it might help
https://web.archive.org/web/20220430063601/https://www.optus…Thanks for that, didn't know you could do that. Interestingly though it says free tablet if you stay on plan for 36 months. Don't know when they changed that , it wasn't always there?
Anyone in Mel started getting their tabs ? (64gb)
ordered 23rd. Still nothing
ordered 24th, got yesterday. Melbourne
Ordered 24th am, still nothing, long term Optus customer ☹️
Still haven't received anything, no contact, no emails, sms, sim, nothing…
Sim was sent with the tab for me
I am looking at the on going saga of this deal, I am assuming most of you are new non Optus customer and order the 64Gb?
Seems a few of us who go for the 128G got the delivery? Also friend of mine who is also an existing Optus go for the 64gb got his too….
Feels something actually went south with the Optus internal process as they keep taking order even when the actual item is OOS.
I do wonder realistically how many people complain here are actually missing out because they need the device? Or just people complaining missing out because they want to make money by selling the device? If you are the later, go and take a quick look in GT and EBay and you will see how many are selling off their "gifts".
I am a 7 year Optus customer, ordered 64gb (I didn't know there was 128 option)
ordered on April 24th, received mine 2 days ago
I had a chat with Optus 3-4 times on order progress (lack thereof) but the response was exactly the same every time
so I just decided to wait for it to play out one way or another. so got it almost unexpectedly now
I'm an existing mobile customer, ordered a 64gb on the 24th and still haven't got it. Not fussed, just waiting it out.
I got the 128 so different story….
I did just ask my friend, he actually order before the deal was posted here. Guess that explains it.
15+ year customer (yes don't ask me why) with Optus, ordered the 64GB on 24th April and "still in progress"
Same
i got email notification that my device would be delivered 4 days after ordering, then nothing.
I did not get any notification or updates, but i checked in the star track tracking, it seemed the device was returned back to the sender/warehouse (early may update - no more updates in there after).chatted with support, they said the courier could not find my address hence returned the device back to warehouse, i confirmed the address and it was the same address in their system. what a bullcrap that they could not find my address..!!
then, she said they needed to ask the back office to attempt to redeliver but no guarantee because from their stock level, this device is OOS, and they could not guarantee the device which was assigned to my order is still available for me. another bullcrap!
why did i not get any notification or update about it? Instead I had to chase them up and now told the device might not be available anymore for my order, wtf! the process is broken.Anwyay she has requested the back office to redeliver but no guarantee I will get the device, and I just need to wait for updates from them.. not happy
Exact same process of mine.
And now they canceled my order without my consent.
It’s a scammer service.If you have the confirm email you can actually lodge a TIO complain.
Go back to Optus and complain they cannot cancel a confirmed contract without you agreeing to it. Then mention you want to escalate this or you will lodge a complain to TIO.
Crucial part is in any of the conversation, do not mention they should upgrade your device but tell them if they are out of stock, they should fullfill the contract with a device of equal value.
Being as stingy as Optus, I suspect they will refuse. Then go and lodge the TIO complain. It is vital that you explain to them you are complaining releasing from contract without authorization. They don't get a lot of these and will ask you "They let you break contract, what's the issue?" Again do not say because they are back flipping on a deal. Just say you place an order and they want to release you from the contract because of fulfillment difficulty without offering an option for a device of equal value, so you refused as you want to stay in the contract.
Many years ago Vodafone did the same with an iphone 4 deal (yes years ago) when the 4S came out. I did exactly the above and they have to sticky to the contract and end up shipping me a 4S. (Then they ship me the 4 when it was back in stock 🤣🤣🤣)
Thank you for your advice.
I was thinking of that that kind of action, but so annoying to do that kind of process for just one unnecessary tablet.
I am still considering to do that or not.
Hello, still waiting for my 64gb device. My order number ends with A. What does the SAP order number look like? and how do i check if my order has been assigned SAP number?
Got this, fits well and does the job, if anyones looking for something similar.
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005003106211921.htmlI'm also waiting for the device. Ordered on 23rd and got a temporary order number. Since I didn't get any update from Optus thereafter, I rang the phone number in the mail on April 26th and they processed the order for me. Since then it's been a long wait :(
Hey just checking. This plan does not allow you to make calls and texts right? And that it only gives you 30gb/mth to use?
Correct.
But unlimited data after 30g at shaped speed
Checked Optus website, it shows the tab is back in stock. But I haven’t got any updates from them yet. Everyone else in the same boat?
Hmmmm, yes indeed.
Back in stock as you say.
Time for Optus to chop chopBut delivery is 2 weeks as stated. Give them some more than rather than harassing them for now I guess
It looks like only the 64GB model is back in stock. If you select the 128GB model, theres a message that says its on backorder.
Same boat - ordered 24th heard nothing, just waiting it out and checking this thread every now and then..
Ordered a 64GB on 23rd April, was given a temporary order number.
Optus called on 26th April, went through name, DOB, address, employer… and was then given an order number ending with an A. Was told that the order would be fulfilled within 3 or 5 business days (can't remember).Ordered a 128GB on 5th May, again was given a temporary order number.
Optus called on 6th May, the lady was able to see that I have the 64GB ordered, and asked me whether I wanted both, to which I obviously said Yes, went through the same/similar details and was then given another order number ending with an A.Tried tracking the order via the link in the emails, both of them showing "Submitted" on the first page and "In Progress" after clicking the arrow on the right.
There has been absolutely no updates from Optus. Looking at the recent comments may have to give them a call tomorrow just in case we have been "forgotten".
Can we have an update here if you’ve got your delivery notification please? Let’s see when they start sending the tab out
Friend ordered on the 24th April around 10am, arrived in Brisbane on Monday 23rd May. No contact was made either way after the initial online order.
Looks like they are losing people's order and when you enquiry they cancel and reorder for you
Not lost, if you have a copy.
Latest chat with 'expert' response:
I have a limited access to track your data will request you to call the technical support team 133 937
Mon - Fri: 9am - 6pm (Caller's local time)
Sat: 9am - 5pm (Caller's local time)
Sun: ClosedDo I read into this that Optus has a Technical Problem that prevents them from knowing the contracts they have entered into.
yeah i got PDF contract and they are trying to get out of it saying the device for that promotion is out of stock and want me join new plan the more expensive one… total rubbish
If you message Optus they try to trick you and say not why it's not being processed and if you want them to cancel and re-process
then they give you the new rates which is a complete rip off
absolute scum
Noticed my status was changed to open from submitted, chatted to them and they said they need to re-process the order. I think they have just resubmitted mine. They didn’t mention anything about new rates etc. Mine is now submitted again
mine was on submitted from day one
looks like they are playing games trying not to honour the original contract
yes have to call or they do nothing
just an update some reason they auto cancelled the contract on 24/05/22 if anyone else would like to check with them
have to call up and then ask for the contact to be reinstated they will ask you for licence, Medicare, employer details, position and how long you been living in the same house.
most importantly make sure they confirm $12.50 a month for 12 months no more to pay
How do you find out if it’s cancelled?
on app under order or Pending if you press Track My Order > track order it will say Cancelled or you do online chat and they will tell you as well or you can call up and they will also tell you
it really sucks
but best way is to call them and say they f'd up and to reinstate the contract
obviously the device is in stock and they are making excuses not to fulfil it
Well I have a problem, my product is missing. Can’t see the Samsung tab there but rep reassured me that it will be delivered. I was able to see it prior the status being changed to open. Let’s see how it goes. Hope they start sending the device out soon. Have been waiting for so damn long
@Kahbo: Soon you can join the hundreds of other users who have received their tablet and it is now gathering dust in a bedside drawer.
@badonde: Lol.. that’s the perk of being an ozb’er.. I have so much useless stuff at home because of them ridiculous deal.. but yeah you’re right.. just that FOMO is killing me 🤣🤣🤣
Spent ages on chat with them this arvo trying to scam me into a new order.
Lucky I have my contract which clearly says no device payment for 12 months, but still going to have to talk to 'supervisor' tomorrow morning.
Did your order get reinstated with same order number or did they provide you a new order number?
Thanks
New order
After chat in Optus app, magically my original order got reinstated, with exact same order# and now it's trackable in app again.
“I don't recognise that order number. It will look something like 12345678A.” this is the message I got when I tried to track my order in the app. Does Optus really cancel our order ?? Ordered on 24th
My order got cancelled too. Optus is shameless.
Ordered on 24/4, btw.Looks like mine is cancelled too. "Error occurred while retrieving order offer summary" is the message when I track my order.
From optus chat:
What has been happened is, your the tablet you have ordered was out of stock due to huge demand and thus, it has taken more than usual timeHowever, currently, the device is available in the stock and according to the latest update, I can see the delivery of the tablet will be done within 2 weeks
It will be delivered to you with priority and 2 weeks is the maximum time
This what they told me 2 weeks ago
Yeah, mine said:
I understand however the offer which you added earlier is now expired and hence we are unable to process the old contract
Not exactly how sales work… Also said (if I signed up to 36 months):
Also the tablet is now back in stock, so within 2 to 3 days you will receive it.
2-3 days.. lol..lol..
My friend received his order on Monday so maybe they really are just slowly sending them out.
I just reached out through optus chat and asked them to send me the contract. They did that and the contract clearly says 12.5 data fee and 44.04 device fee per month for 12 months and 44.04 device credits per month as long as staying on the plan.
I will try to contact them again and escalate as much as possible to get some actual answers. And complain to ombudsman if they still have no promise or intention to fill the orders. I encourage you to do the same https://www.tio.com.au/
What happened to your order? Mind sharing more details?
Just like other people here, ordered 2 on 24 11:00ish and nothing delivered so far, the link in the confirmation email is dead, optus website and app kicked me out when trying to look at the contract, pending orders don't exist for a day and then recovered. I am just afriad that they silently cancel my orders and leave no evidence. Now I have the evidence.
Just got a email to say my order is on its way.
Ordered a 64gb on the 24th at 8am. previous customer
When i check the order on the optus website still shows as submitted and the startrack site just errors still when putting in the order number.
Good luck everyone else :)
Thanks for the detailed update.
Received a text today at 12:46 saying the order is "ready for delivery and will be delivered shortly"
Ordered 24th on the 64gb model.Looking very good now.
Still nothing here.. congrats to you guys that got the notification
Woohoo….txt here too. What a rollercoaster this has been.
Ordered on the 24th. Just received delivery message as well.
Ordered 24th, also just received the text
Got a text. It's coming!!!
Ordered at 10:43AM on 24 April and just received the same Your mobile broadband order is ready for delivery and will be delivered shortly SMS/email. I'm in metro Brisbane if anyone is keeping tabs of geography.
I just got a text so looking promising.. good luck people.
Ordered 24th April 10am - 64gb
Finally , I get the sms too. Ordered on 24th 6pm, 64gb.
Also just received a SMS 2 mins ago saying it's coming! Let's gooooo!!
Ordered on the 23rd and I just got a text letting me know that my order is now ready for delivery and will be delivered shortly and provided tracking. I was starting to think there was no hope of ever getting this tablet, but here we are.
Delayed order approved 30th (didn't pass credit check) and got SMS that it is coming.
Hi all, order date 7 may. i went on live chat when the tablet disappeared off my order. the agent said it will be delivered soon and the order is still intact. that was about 2 hours ago. i just received an sms saying the order will be delivered soon and delivery partner will send an update. the service has been assigned a mobile number which is specified on the sms. also asking to show ID. FYI i am new customer and my account status is still pending.
Just got both texts my 2 orders on its way!!!!!
23rd 10pmI also got a message from optus that my Tab is shipping out, 64Gb ordered 24 th 9 am
Yay got my sms a few mins ago. Products is missing still, hope it turns up in the mail. Finally everyone is getting theirs. Ordered 23rd arvo
Looks like a whole batch of stocks has just arrived and they are fulfilling all requests placed on the 23rd and onwards, I ordered at 11 am on the 24th from Mel.
Received email a 64GB tablet is on the way, existing customer ordered 24th 10:09am. Tracking doesn't show anything yet.
Happy to see stock of the 64GB is finally coming through! Still no update for my order (128GB) but hopefully it won't be far behind.
Received txt and email about upcoming delivery. Ordered on 24/4, metro Melb.
At long last! Just got sms and email order (ending A) ready for delivery. Ordered 24/04, 4pm
Sms just now, ordered on the 24/4, WA
Got SMS for 2nd order placed on 9th May. Luckily had saved the URL of the original order I placed on 24th April (That got delivered)
Used the saved URL again 9th May and it let me directly place order (when Tab was already OOS)
Now the second tab is on its way for Delivery
Received email and SMS saying order is on its way, ordered on 24th April, around 12pm, VIC.
Just got SMS that confirmed delivery is on it's way. Ordered on 24/4 64gb. It felt like forever but it's finally happening!
Also received text, 64gb 24Apr. Nice!
Also received notification that the tablet is on its way. No confirmed delivery date yet though.
Can anyone track their delivery?
I also got the message but nothing when I try to track delivery
https://optus.startrack.com.au/"……..is ready for delivery and will be delivered shortly"
I got the impression it hasnt left yet, so yeah, no delivery information until picked upI won't have my hopes up untilI see some tracking. It also seems a bit odd that all us got the message the same time.
I can see my tracking now… :)
Yes, got tracking for Australia Post.
I was confident until I saw everyone got the same message today.
Just got tracking.
64G
9am 24th
Eta 30th
Received email for my 64GB earlier this afternoon, in VIC Eastern suburbs.
Got the email at 4 pm today and got a message on my Aus post app with a tracking number ! Ordered 24th 1 am finalized at 9 am . Current customer
Got tracking! Ordered 64gb 10am and eta 30th. Thanks everyone for the update throughout the post
Wife and I got emails today. Still no tracking. But hope is reborn with these comments
ETA 30/05 from SYD to MEL.
Courier working on weekend?Normal. I get parcels Saturday and Sunday now.
got sms "ready for delivery". finally its coming.
Did anyone find a good case with drop protection for a kid?
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I guess all of us now going to receive these tabs, we are all in need of some cases. I find $70 for a case is a bit out of control though. Has anyone here got a case and have some other recommendations?
I've always purchased these type of cases, rotatable.
https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/284718341425?hash=item424a891d31…
@utsc: 273826502405
Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing.
Try that listing, says compatible down the bottom
Agreed. But for a kid it might be wise to get a good quality shockproof case.
I purchased an EFM Zurich iPhone 13 Case Armour iPhone at TGG Commercial and it's far superior to any case that I have bought in eBay in the last 10 years. I am now convinced that there is a difference in quality.Planning to order the Targus Click-In Case for $36.90 with AFTERPAY discount.
https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/325184315088
Got a message and email confirming it's on its way although no tracking details actually showing up yet… still not quite sure what I am going to do with it but I already had a SIM I am paying for and this reduces that cost for 12 months AND I get a free tablet/door stop.
My Brothers family is all Android so maybe this will be a nice Christmas present for my Nephew if I can't work out some other role for it :D
If I was still in the office with a permanent desk I would consider turning it into my wireless hotspot / photo frame…
optus startrack site is not showing tracking for my order. Try using normal startrack site. Worked for me.
Nice, that works :D
Hey thanks man. I've been waiting on someone to call me about this all day, as last chat essentially told me I want getting it and should order again at the new price.
Never received any notification from anyone about doing, but if I put my order number in the standard startrack track and trace it shows up as sent yesterday evening too.Still hope!
Get ready for people posting "I got mine delivered this morning/afternoon" in the next few days!
And reviews about the Australian postal system and tab.
And, when will Tab A8 get Android 12 ?
Got my tracking number and says it will be delivered 30th. After a month of waiting and 2 live chats I wasn't overly optimistic but this is great news. For those that have receieved the tablet, do u get the sim card in the same package and just need to activate when you get it for optus to start charging you. Also what's a nice cheap case people are buying. TIA
Got both the tablet and Sim in one package but I do recall seeing some here saying that they received them separately.
Delivery does require signature and ID and from memory I think the Sim was automatically activated within a couple of hours thereafter.
I wasn't charged straight away only just received an email from Optus notifying of the upcoming $12.50 payment. Also don't forget to check out Sub hub for offers like free Amazon Prime for 6 months etc.
As for a case this one is pretty good quality wise and fairly solid.
Free Amazon Prime 6 months offer has expired and no longer available.
Ah ok maybe keep an eye out for it then it might come back again.
Fyi for those like me who follow the Premier League and therefore made this deal a little bit sweeter via the included Optus Sport.
From 1 August we'll be slugged an extra $7 to keep Optus Sport as an add-on…
Where did you see the price increase?
Yup so dumb they lost UCL rights and now this ughhh
Be a lot of cancellations at end of July.
But geez, $25 for non Optus customer is ludicrousThe problem here is part of the attraction of this deal for me was free Optus Sports (I was already paying for it).
I can't just cancel the data plan or I'll be slugged the $44/month * remaining months as an early termination charge.
So basically I'm gonna suck it up and pay ~$20 all up a month to keep Optus Sports but it seems a little bit of a stitch up to me. Still a good deal overall… And I could always cancel Optus Sport and keep just the tablet and the SIM plan for the $12.50.
Yes, this crushes the deal for me. And I've finally got a delivery on the way - after more than a month of waiting - so I can't even cancel it. FML.
Do you know if you are able to cancel the Optus sport add-on from your plan? I added it just because it was free, but I can't see myself ever using it, so I don't want to be paying for something I'll never use.
@XVX: Should be able to opt out of it from their subhub platform, but I believe you will get emailed with clearer instructions before the charges kick in.
so, if you took this plan and added into your plan when you ordered for free, from 1 Aug you will be charged extra $7 per month??
I thought as part of the plan offer, Optus Sport is free for the duration of the plan (at least 12 months) ?I can't be 100% sure, but I'm expecting to be charged an extra $7 per month.
My shipment has been delayed to 31 May, I wish I would get it today while I'm working from home so I'm going to ring courier to see if they can do anything.
Just received SMS that it will be delivered today.
Delivered a few mins ago very happy!!
where are you located and did you have to show ID?
i'm in VIC eastern suburbs.West Syd, NSW. Yes ID req (although I was sleeping and my brother collected for me)
The delivery guy refused to give the delivery to my partner even though she had her ID with her. Bit annoying that I now have to make a trip over to the post office after work when I shouldn't have had to.
The delivery guy refused to give the delivery to my partner even though she had her ID with her.
The point is for them to deliver the device to the person who signed up for the plan. If you bought a phone or tablet from an Optus shop you have to do it in person too, you can't sign up for someone else.
@eug: Yeah it makes sense, just a shame that others seem to have been able to get others to collect for them and I wasn't able to do the same.
Mine also delayed to 31/5. Another day of waiting lol.
SMS saying it will be delivered today! Originally scheduled for tomorrow but getting a day earlier is nice. Perth btw.
Just got it delivered.
Can calculate the predicted cost now: $12.5/Month x 12 = $150 - $55 (Cashback) = $95 - $10 (Amex Optus Offer) = $85 over 12 Months.
Not a bad deal. Thanks op.A!MAZING
. Congrats!!
i'm expecting the delivery today, for me it would be $95 IN COST.I forgot my cash back, but still a darn good deal
I got it delivered and installed screen protection, case on and keyboard with case. all ready to use… horray~!
Care to share the details of case, screen protector and keyboard? Might save some time for people who has started researching on them after the delivery :-)
Same $95 cost basis if CR pays out. Even tracked for the wrong amount of $3X.XX and got fixed to $55
What was the cash back offer?
I bought so long ago I can't remember now
It was $55 Cashback via Cashrewards ( Link here ).
I have got it pending in my CR account and tracked as Optus - Postpaid Mobile + Internet Products.Bugger missed that
I sent a missing cash back claim.
What Amex deal was that?
Got it delivered too. Delivery guy needed photo ID.
received today
Received today :)
The patience paid offforgot we ordered one, delivered today but had to get the mrs to text her id
Got mine too! ID required.
the 128gb?
64gb. First order
Delivery can be tracked on AusPost account / app as well .Don't forget to set a self reminder to terminate the data plan on the 12th month. Thanks OP and OZB community with the updates
Thanks op .. got my tablet today
Finally received mine
Ordered on the 24th April
Turned up today (30th May)On the plus side, you've saved yourself a month already ……
The one day I am not home. “Missed Delivery”
received tab today, but sim takes 48 hours to activate as mentioned by optus chat due to "slow system".
My chat said 4 hrs which i think is the standard response.
I'm trying every hourDo you guys need to activate it online?
I tried via the QR code, but my phone wouldnt recognise it as anything worth clicking. (super small QR)
Tried a googled activation/optus page, said my Sim was locked and need to chat/call someone.
Chatted, they did it apparently and said wait 4 hrs and reboot….waiting@birnie: Mine is also not yet activated. Apparently just need to wait based on the SIM card packaging? Will wait for another day if it doesn’t activate I will chat with them
Ordererd 26th may, received today
Almost forget , finally get it today,
Now switch to FB market place….Does everyone have their next payment shown as $56.54 in their optus account?
Shows $12.50 on mine.
How can you guys check your next payment? I can’t see anything yet
You should receive an email from Optus.
Also should see it when you sign into your Optus account under Payment summary.
@Kahbo: Yeah if you have only recently activated then it might take a couple of weeks or so to show up. Mine was activated early May I think and I only received the Optus payment email a few days back.
Seems like they haven't applied the $44.04 device credit for you.
Same issue on my end. Device credit not applied
Mine arrived, phew! What an ordeal.
One of two delivered today - left on the patio. But we're a long way from any neighbours, so it's perfect. Very worth the wait.
Thanks again OPHas anyone rooted their device yet? If so, what guide did you follow?
I can't seem to find any guides on rooting this one. I'm keen to give it a go if there are any instructions found
I found a fw, need to patch it with magisk and reflash with Odin. Going to try tonight after work. It seems to be the same process for all Samsung's. I got a AU firmware from samfrew.com and this guide seems handy - https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/guide-sm-t500-t505-galaxy…
Rooted it no problem.
got my sim activated using the message option in the app. took 5 minutes and all done.
bill says $12.50. so all good.Weird. Received mine today, but I've had no communication from Optus at all about shipping or anything. Service still pending too…
anyone going to put on a tempered glass protector?
So I just received the 64 GB version and so does this mean I will pay $12.50 per month for 12 months? I was not an optus customer previously.
Depends what you signed up for…
There was a 24 month and 36 month option available if you wanted to pay more12 month term as the sim is month to month. The tablet is paid off after 12 months.
If thats the plan/option you selected during signup….
Got my two today. Very surprised but worth the wait.
They can stay boxed up till I buy some cases now.Both of mine are still not activating which is weird. It's been all day.
I have to use Optus App and message to the guy to activate it for me. You will talk with Bot first then a person will help you.
Wondering if I just leave it and don't activate if they will delay billing until they fix it lol.
I don’t think you can do that.
Mine got activated by itself this morning, received a message & email from Optus about it. I haven’t even opened the SIM kit.Same situation for me as well. Not activated yet though SIM in tab. No emails or sms. Just leaving it as it is.
Anybody had any issues updating their device? I just sat down and was installing all my usual apps and then saw I had a system update and while carrying out the update, the phone stopped at about 80% and now it just boots to a green screen saying 'Security Error - This phone has been flashed with unauthorized software and is locked. Call your mobile operator for additional support'
Also has a little black box in the corner saying 'Binary Version Mismatch : Boot'
Edit: I just tried entering download mode to flash the firmware manually with ODIN and I occidentally held power+sound down instead of up and it rebooted and began updating again and is now running as it should. If anyone else runs into the same issue, give that a go.
Phone? ……Or tablet?
Said phone. Most likely because it is LTE.
Software updated ok to Build No RP1A.200720.012.X205XXS1AVE1. It's still Android 11 though but with Android security patch level 1 May 2022.
Will this table see Android 12 sometime in the future?
Was wondering if someone can assist me, i haven’t been able to sign in to my optus account for over a month, every time i try and sign in it says “sorry we’re having technical difficulties right now, so you can’t login. Please try again later” i can’t find a way to login to my account, is anyone having the same problem and know how i can login?
Need an active service with Optus.
I have one, i used to be able to open the app and it would already have me signed in then one day when i opened the app up it was asking me to sign back in again, ever since then i haven’t been able to sign back in with that error always coming up
I deleted my app and re-installed it. Paired with my new number it had no issues.
Not sure if works for you. I had the same problem, I uninstalled the app and reinstalled, it worked
Still havent opened mine. Already have a base ipad 6th gen. Reckon this is a worthy upgrade over a 4 year old basic ipad?
Same scenario. iPad still better even though it's older
I got this to install Chinese TV apks.
Which ones do you recommend? Will probably download it before passing on to my parents for their viewing leisure.
Same here… Mine is a 5th gen iPad that I don't use…
Facebook Marketplace has a pile of these unopened tabs for $350, not sure if they are selling or not though.
Exactly same for me. I sold my iPad 6th gen on marketplace for $275 when I got the delivery notification. The screen quality and user experience isn’t as good as iPad but at least get to use mobile data when on the go!
Screen aspect ratio and sound is better for watching media on the A8, I've also switched from an old ipad (which had way better fingerprint unlock than the sketchy facial unlock on the A8).
Looks like Star track was busy yesterday delivering Tablets. Got mine yesterday, no notification from star track or optus that it was coming. And SIM hasn't activated yet. Not a real problem, I have to use the other 140Gb that I have on shared date yet. Looks like a lot of donated data for the next year.
service is active and now I got charged $56.54 ($12.5+ $44.04)
anyone experience same?
it's Galaxy Tab A8 64GB
Check your contract and it should say "You are eligible for a device discount as a $44.04 per month credit for up to 12 months on service number 04xx xxx xxx. To receive this device credit you
must maintain an active mobile service on an eligible plan with Optus for the 12 months."Indeed I have same statement in the contract and I have escalated to optus, hopefully they will fix for me,
I never received contract but received the tablet. But the initial order email has $12.5 monthly charge.
mine next payment show $56.54
Active just this morning.
Checked my account.
$12.50 charged from Optus
Tab A8 64gbNothing has been charged to my card.
Exactly. An Ipad at this price range would not even have a laminated screen (unbelievable in 2022).