This one started today, but I went into my Optus App to get it and there was a 50% off data sim offer that stacked with the $0 Tablet.
Has to be 30gb data plan or above.
So my deal was
$12.50 x 12 Months
Tab A8 64gb 4G
30 GB Data added to my data pool
$150 total cost.
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 mth
Probably 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 plan
Sold 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?
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.