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Motorola G54 5G 8GB RAM/128GB Storage $206.10 Delivered / C&C @ BIG W

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The G54 is the cheapest phone with eSIM, 5G, 8GB RAM and powerful performance for the price. It's much better than the 4G Redmi 12 which people unfortunately thought was a good deal.

Specs:

  • MediaTek Dimensity 7020
  • 6.5" FHD+ 120Hz IPS screen
  • 50 MP main (OIS) + 2 MP macro + 16 MP selfie
  • 5000mAh battery with 15W charging
  • Ships with Android 13, released October 2023, updated to Android 14. 3 years security
  • microSD card up to 1TB
  • Stereo speakers and 3.5mm headphone jack
  • NFC
  • Dual SIM: nano + eSIM
  • 20W charger included

Indigo Blue Vegan Leather.

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  • Mokr on 17/10/2024 - 18:14
    +10

    Buy or wait till check if my poco x3 won't work after

    • DOGGYWOWWOW on 17/10/2024 - 18:15
      +5

      Or buy an Amaysim sim, get a $200 voucher and then buy this for $39.

      • Toxinor on 17/10/2024 - 18:16
        +2

        I'm on Amaysim but no voucher.

        • RotiYS on 17/10/2024 - 18:18

          They have been giving out vouchers to those phones in use which they think are not compatible for the 4G

          • DOGGYWOWWOW on 17/10/2024 - 18:22
            -5

            @RotiYS: Based on the comments here your mileage my vary. I've got vouchers every time though. It looks like the G54 is currently out of stock from Amaysim so you will need to get another phone they sell if going down this route.

            • Pugdog1 on 17/10/2024 - 19:18

              @DOGGYWOWWOW: I did try 😞 no luck for me so far but I might try a few more phones if I can get my hands on them

          • search on 18/10/2024 - 10:37

            @RotiYS: I am being nagged by Amaysim for my 3G phone but no voucher yet. I would buy it with voucher discount.

            • BROKENKEYBOARD on 18/10/2024 - 13:43
              +1

              @search: Have you tried asking them for a voucher?

              • search on 18/10/2024 - 14:04

                @BROKENKEYBOARD: You mean via reply email or chat? I will try asking to their 3G email.

                • BROKENKEYBOARD on 18/10/2024 - 14:07

                  @search: In the voucher deal/thread plenty of people including me got a code through online chat. Email should work too but it's be way slower.

              • search on 18/10/2024 - 16:29
                +1

                @BROKENKEYBOARD: thanks for your suggestion. I went on chat and received a $200 code. I have a prepaid sim plan which means I don't have to buy a plan I guess

      • gccmelb on 17/10/2024 - 21:31

        I got it for $9 with Amaysim

        • shane000 on 18/10/2024 - 12:55
          +1

          How did you get the refund? When I asked they refused since it was bundled with a phone.

      • Shad on 18/10/2024 - 08:54

        Can you cancel the plan immediately after purchasing the phone?

        • amigos007 on 18/10/2024 - 09:39
          +1

          Yep, just disable auto-renew. Anyone can use the plan for a month if needed.

    • rxjb on 17/10/2024 - 20:56
      +2

      I'm waiting to see what happens too. I wonder when they will block the IMEI

    • kanu666 on 17/10/2024 - 22:39

      No need to wait, it will not work.

      • ShowTekk on 18/10/2024 - 05:53
        +2

        My Poco F3 does, I had to install a custom ROM for it to work though.

        • User0001 on 18/10/2024 - 09:53

          How do you know it works? 3G hasn't been turned off yet.

          • ShowTekk on 18/10/2024 - 12:06

            @User0001: Because I haven't received any texts from Vodafone, they've already switched off their towers. But I guess with emergency calls they can use any 3g towers so I'm not 100% in the clear. I'm hopeful because I've seen a lot of people with Kogan/Vodafone already getting bombarded with warning messages that their phone will be disconnected.

        • kanu666 on 18/10/2024 - 12:15
          +1

          yeah, but I don't think installing custom ROM is for everyone though

        • rxjb on 18/10/2024 - 16:05

          Any idea if flashing a custom rom - ie linage will provide clarity over E000 conformance?

        • tarkine on 18/10/2024 - 18:18

          Do you have a link to that rom?

          • ShowTekk on 18/10/2024 - 19:44
            +3

            @tarkine: It's the Xiaomi EU ROM, Xiaomi EU V14.0.8.0 TKHCXM V14-13

        • Aldrin120 on 23/10/2024 - 13:33

          Really? I have an F3 and I got VoLTE out of the box with vodaphone.

          • ShowTekk on 23/10/2024 - 14:53

            @Aldrin120: I think it depends if you have a global or UK firmware on your F3. I could go into settings and enable volte and vowifi but they wouldn't actually activate.

    • Dan24 on 17/10/2024 - 23:40
      +1

      Check this out, I was able to get mine to work with VoLTE will test it after the shutdown too.
      https://www.reddit.com/r/australia/comments/1dhv8zv/do_you_h…

    • Some Random Guy on 18/10/2024 - 21:39
      +2

      Good to see a felloe poco x3 user, shame the 3g shutdown will/might affect us (even tho VoLTE works).

      I recommend people email their local federal reps and senators expressing concern (some 5g devices will NOT work along with the ability for telcos to only allow telco branded devices to work (eek for us bargainers))

  • Toxinor on 17/10/2024 - 18:16

    The code seems a part of rewards extra.
    Better mention that if so.

    • shxhshzhz on 17/10/2024 - 18:17

      It does not need extra. Look at past BIG W deals.

      • Toxinor on 17/10/2024 - 19:06
        +1

        It does. Check the code.

        • Tiggrrrrr on 17/10/2024 - 19:10

          Works for me, no extra here?

          • when2buy on 17/10/2024 - 19:14

            @Tiggrrrrr: how did you get it to work without extra

            • when2buy on 17/10/2024 - 19:15

              @when2buy: nvm

              • LuthLexor on 17/10/2024 - 21:23

                @when2buy: How did you get it? Mine keeps saying to link to a rewards card

                • when2buy on 17/10/2024 - 22:27

                  @LuthLexor: LMAO i got my brother to buy it and use his i couldent log into my rewards thing spent way to long trying

                • hamza23 on 18/10/2024 - 15:54

                  @LuthLexor: Link your everyday rewards card, then apply the code.

  • Tiggrrrrr on 17/10/2024 - 18:18
    +7

    Don't forget to use discounted BigW gift cards for extra 5% off

  • Mokr on 17/10/2024 - 18:18
    -2

    177 g (6.24 oz) weight

    • ihfree on 17/10/2024 - 21:32
      +2

      Is that good or bad?

      • Toph Beifong on 17/10/2024 - 22:23
        +2

        It's a very light phone for it's size. I've got the 'Indigo Blue' which has a plastic frame and silicone polymer (eco leather) back. Judging by the pictures, the midnight blue variant seems to have a standard plastic backing.

  • Mortgagetightass on 17/10/2024 - 18:19

    blows my mind that this phone came out mid 2023

  • Circly on 17/10/2024 - 18:21
    +9

    Was $179.10 a few months ago.

    • ab c on 17/10/2024 - 18:32
      +1

      Try FB-marketplace, Gumtree, ebay etc ?
      3G-shutdown: keep-away from parallel-import ?

    • smartProverble on 17/10/2024 - 22:34
      -8

      It's called inflation hun

  • mcnugget on 17/10/2024 - 18:25
    -4

    Not really a bargain if it's been significantly cheaper several times and likely will be again.

    Great phone though!

    • cheesecactus on 17/10/2024 - 18:39
      +17

      It's been over 3 months since we got a good deal on the G54. So for someone who's been waiting, they might just want a phone at this point!

    • inherentchoice on 23/10/2024 - 17:23

      Hope you are right that it likely will be that cheap again. I will hold out then.

  • amorn on 17/10/2024 - 18:32
    -1

    what was the lowest so far?

    • Jaduqimon on 17/10/2024 - 18:36
      +7

      $9 for existing amaysim customers with a code

      • chinaman on 17/10/2024 - 19:10
        +1

        Wow

      • shane000 on 18/10/2024 - 12:56
        +1

        How did you get the refund? When I asked they refused since it was bundled with a phone.

        • Jaduqimon on 18/10/2024 - 13:11
          -1

          u dont need to buy the $30 sim. u just need an existing account

      • Nikunj on 25/10/2024 - 11:00

        How do u get the code??

    • Fobsessive on 17/10/2024 - 20:29

      I paid $29 net, and forgot $6.5 Cashrewards.

    • Poor Ass on 17/10/2024 - 21:28
      +10

      $150 on jb perks few months ago

      • TilacVIP on 18/10/2024 - 09:31
        +1

        $140 for those that used the $10 welcome voucher

        • Poor Ass on 18/10/2024 - 10:28
          +1

          and more if you used discounted gift cards etc etc

  • doperst on 17/10/2024 - 18:40
    +14

    I don't get why this model is so popular here. It's a mediocre phone with an atrocious camera, definitely a downgrade from my previous Poco X3 Pro.

    • salin on 17/10/2024 - 18:47
      +4

      The 3G shutdown caused some panic, with some people believing that they need to buy mobile phones from local sellers.

      • doperst on 17/10/2024 - 18:48
        +5

        Yes, and I'm one of these people. I hate this phone..

        • salin on 17/10/2024 - 18:50
          +7

          Do not do it, it's definitely a downgrade from Poco X3 Pro,

    • billy_bob on 17/10/2024 - 18:49
      -1

      How is it a downgrade? Specs seem better on G54?

      • doperst on 17/10/2024 - 19:07
        +3

        The camera is absolute garbage on G54.
        I can't get the screen brightness right, with or without the adaptive brighness.
        Somehow it struggles with touch gestures? Say, sometimes I swipe right and it recognizes it as a swipe down.
        And I think I generally prefer MIUI, it's a lot more refined than pure Android.

        • beach bum on 17/10/2024 - 20:55

          Delete some random stuff then reboot the phone .
          Or just reboot, seems to fix touchscreen issues.

        • DarwinBoy on 17/10/2024 - 22:20
          +2

          Don't have those touch issues. Had my phone for about 3 months.

        • smartProverble on 17/10/2024 - 23:55
          +3

          Agreed with everything until you mentioned MIUI.

          Anything over that UI.

    • nikoris on 17/10/2024 - 19:33
      +11

      This x1000
      I bought this phone and it performs horribly, I've had low end xiaomi phones 10 years ago that performed way better than this.
      Ozbargain missed with this one, I'm salty

      • desync on 18/10/2024 - 10:52
        +3

        current ozbargain crowd recommends a lot of crap, i think frugal smart shoppers have been diluted by retail therapy junkies

        • nikoris on 18/10/2024 - 10:58

          That’s why I don’t trust online people anymore. People are weird

        • beach bum on 19/10/2024 - 18:35

          It’s definitely seems like a younger dumber crowd thesedays but I also think there’s not as many good bargains as there used to be , unless you’re prepared to do some slightly unethical things to get 50%+ off JB GiftCards.

      • Ti-au on 18/10/2024 - 15:07

        I've had both. (heaps of xiaomi) and 1 motorola.
        found little difference.
        was disappointed by the lack of upgrades on my motorola.

        • nikoris on 19/10/2024 - 11:34
          -2

          Motorola is straight junk, unusable.

    • FLICKIT on 17/10/2024 - 19:35

      As much as I hate my X3 Pro due to the lack of updates and knowing it's likely to brick any day now, I agree, the G54 is a downgrade…

      I was travelling and purchased the G54 as a backup for the X3 and to use it on the bars of my motorbike to run my maps, it's 'ok' but it's a bit of a dog compared to the X3, handy having esim and such though…

      The G54 also seems a bit fragile, I've somehow managed to crack the screen even though I've never dropped it… My X3 Pro has been dropped, accidently thrown, and kicked around and it's still all good…

      IMO the G54 is a good backup and/or travel phone, but probably not the best choice for a main phone…

      • beach bum on 17/10/2024 - 21:03
        -1

        Try a glass screen protector , dropped many Motorola phones including this one and had to replace screensavers, but screens have been fine.
        It does benefit from regular restarts if you have “stability” issues.

        • banana365 on 18/10/2024 - 02:04
          +2

          I've not used a screen protector for maybe 6 years. Never cracked my screen. I've always used a case that has edges that sit a millimetre or so in front of the screen. I've dropped phones many, many times and the case has done the job. My wife insists on getting a screen protector for all her phones. After a month or two - cracked screen.

          • beach bum on 18/10/2024 - 07:24

            @banana365: Your Wife’s phone has a Glass screen protector or plastic?

            • banana365 on 18/10/2024 - 07:54

              @beach bum: Over the years, both. The ridiculous thing is that the glass protectors have also cracked but the screen below hasn't. Screens are generally tougher than many expect.

              • jimojr on 18/10/2024 - 08:23

                @banana365:

                Screens are generally tougher than many expect.

                Except iPhone

          • Horacio on 18/10/2024 - 10:19
            +1

            @banana365: This. A protruding lip case is the best way to protect the screen. Can be hard to find but totally worth it

        • nikoris on 18/10/2024 - 11:00
          -1

          Glass protectors are better against scratches but offer ZERO break/crack protection.

          • billy_bob on 18/10/2024 - 12:17

            @nikoris: Sorry but you are plain wrong here. A good glass protector has saved my phone and family member's phones on many occasions.

            It is just simple physics that the force of impact is taken by the glass protector and then spread over a larger area, so that by the time the force is transferred to the phone's screen, it is no longer a point load, but a distributed load. There is no guarantee that the phone screen will not get damaged, but it sure reduces the chances of damage.

            • nikoris on 18/10/2024 - 13:09
              +1

              @billy_bob: Half knowledge is worse than no knowledge. A 1mm glass is not absorbing anything bro, THAT is simple physics.
              It reduces like, what, 2-3% of the impact. You wouldn’t put glass protector around your car bumpers would you?

              • billy_bob on 18/10/2024 - 13:16

                @nikoris: You do you bro…..and I'll keep using glass screen protectors. Everyone is free to make their own choices. I'm just sharing my personal experience that it has saved at least 4 phones in our family in the past 3-4 years.

                • nikoris on 18/10/2024 - 13:22
                  +1

                  @billy_bob: You didn’t save nothing, it’s a myth. Here’s an experiment for you to educate yourself.

                  Take two pieces of glass, and on one apply a screen protector. Start hitting them with a hammer gradually harder until both pieces break. Observe.

                  1) It takes very little force for the screen protector to break, probably with the very first gentle hammer hit.

                  2) both glasses will take the exact same force to break, despite the screen protector applied.

                  It ‘literally’ blows my mind that people don’t get this lol

                  • billy_bob on 18/10/2024 - 13:42

                    @nikoris: What, so you are negging my comment because I am sharing my experience with other people? No class bro.

                    • nikoris on 18/10/2024 - 14:10
                      -1

                      @billy_bob: I’m downvoting because you’re wrong. You’re sharing wrong information.
                      Screen protectors are just fragile. There’s no ‘load distribution’ it’s literally just 1mm glass. There is no load distribution in the first place, more so when the protector actually breaks.

                      • billy_bob on 18/10/2024 - 14:50

                        @nikoris: Go to 7.50 of this YouTube video.

                        Try this on your phone with no screen protector and see if your screen survives. Send us a video :)

                        • banana365 on 19/10/2024 - 16:17

                          @billy_bob: At what point in the video did they smack a bare screen in the same way? Great that it'll protect from an artificially extreme scenario, but without a comparison it's rather pointless. Also, who's exposing their phone to that type of scenario. As I mentioned earlier, I've not used screen protectors for years and haven't had it cracked. That despite dropping it countless times, including from the top of a shipping container onto the ground (about 4 metres).

                          Your claim of "it works because I've not broken a screen" is like the old joke of the guy saying he's using something to keep lions away and the proof that it works being that there are no lions in his decidedly non-African garden.

    • Skinnerr on 17/10/2024 - 19:35
      +3

      I'm comparing on GSMarena to my old LGv30 and a 6 year old phone has a better screen, albeit a bit smaller, and many other features that outperform this g54. Still hunting for a modern phone with a high res audio DAC and 3.5mm port.

      • ldd-mn on 17/10/2024 - 21:49

        You're not going to find it, unless you look at Sony.

      • ZuluOz on 17/10/2024 - 22:39
        +1

        ZenFone 9?

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