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NoeldeBournaix · 11-03-2018 10:05PM

Arnotts have the Phillips Hue motion sensor at 36euro and dimmer at 22.50euro at the moment.

http://www.arnotts.ie/search/?q=philips+hue&lang=en_IE

Free delivery today on purchase over 50euro

Sheep Shagger · 11-03-2018 11:01PM

Maplin UK website has 10-15% off everything as they are now in administration

Can anyone here order as won't let me without a UK postcode for my credit card (using parcel motel for delivery).

The high horse brigade · 11-03-2018 11:42PM

Sheep Shagger wrote: »

Maplin UK website has 10-15% off everything as they are now in administration

Can anyone here order as won't let me without a UK postcode for my credit card (using parcel motel for delivery).

Get a virtual Revolut card

namloc1980 · 11-03-2018 11:43PM

Sheep Shagger wrote: »

Maplin UK website has 10-15% off everything as they are now in administration

Can anyone here order as won't let me without a UK postcode for my credit card (using parcel motel for delivery).

Parcel motel postcode?

Sheep Shagger · 12-03-2018 09:27AM

Can I put a UK postcode as my billing details even on a virtual card? Will have a look later.

Re Parcel Motel - it wouldn't work as the UK postcode Isn't linked to my mastercard at BOI.

flangemeistro · 12-03-2018 09:33AM

THE ALM wrote: »

A frustrating process trying to reserve on the site. Managed to get a motion sensor in one go, after several attempts got a multi sensor but trying to get a hub is proving futile. Says that it can be reserved in-store for collection at the end of the week but keeps giving me an out of stock when trying to reserve it.

If anybody can get an extra hub I would gladly take it off your hands.

Edit - Managed to get one reserved this morning

I have a hue hub with around 18 bulbs/strips two dimmer switches and two motion sensors.

I also have a home security alarm system and I have a Harmony hub and remote.

I have one of these smartthings hubs reserved for collection by the end of the day but my question is do I really need it and what will it add to my current setup?

THE ALM · 12-03-2018 11:41AM

flangemeistro wrote: »

I have a hue hub with around 18 bulbs/strips two dimmer switches and two motion sensors.

I also have a home security alarm system and I have a Harmony hub and remote.

I have one of these smartthings hubs reserved for collection by the end of the day but my question is do I really need it and what will it add to my current setup?

The curse of this thread I'm afraid, not really sure I need it either but did reserve it along with two multi sensors and a motion sensor which I picked up this morning. Now that I have the motion sensor I suppose I will have to go with the rest once they are in :rolleyes: also keeping an eye on the konnected alarm panel to see how it progresses and would need the smartthings for it anyway. (trying to justify all these things in my head)

This thread as also led me if the last few weeks to get two hue starter kits along with the two goolge homes that were free with them, the harmony ultimate which is on its way to me, a sonoff 4ch pro which I currently don't have a use for but hoping it will come in handy for something. Also got a hue compatible led strip controller.

Thankfully all the above were picked up at at least half price but still enough of an outlay as it is. Just have to slowly introduce them into the house as if they have been there for a while or I will be disowned.

bk · 12-03-2018 09:02PM

thecivvie wrote: »

Argos have the Smartthings hub and various units at half price. Seems to be order only. Ordered 2 presence monitors. Starter kit is showing as half price but out of stock and not orderable

Have you guys actually been able to reserve these?

I've tried reserving them, but the reservation email I receive, doesn't actually include any reservation number!! Which they normally do.

Plus no reservation text which I normally get.

thecivvie · 13-03-2018 08:52AM

bk wrote: »

Have you guys actually been able to reserve these?

I've tried reserving them, but the reservation email I receive, doesn't actually include any reservation number!! Which they normally do.

Plus no reservation text which I normally get.

Got the texts and emails for both of my presence detectors

THE ALM · 13-03-2018 02:22PM

bk wrote: »

Have you guys actually been able to reserve these?

I've tried reserving them, but the reservation email I receive, doesn't actually include any reservation number!! Which they normally do.

Plus no reservation text which I normally get.

Initially I could only reserve a motion sensor and after that got the same as you. Tried numerous times from different stores and managed to reserve some multi sensors. Took until yesterday morning to get a hub reserved and have only been getting out of stock messages trying to add anything else. I would imagine at those prices the stuff went quick. Will keep trying to see if things change.

stimpson · 13-03-2018 02:24PM

NoeldeBournaix wrote: »

Arnotts have the Phillips Hue motion sensor at 36euro and dimmer at 22.50euro at the moment.

http://www.arnotts.ie/search/?q=philips+hue&lang=en_IE

Free delivery today on purchase over 50euro

The missus went in to pick up a dimmer today and they weren't in stock.

THE ALM · 14-03-2018 01:48PM

Smartthings is 50% off , managed to add a couple of extra sensors as Argos seems to be sold out, probably a bit cheaper as well in sterling.

georgewickstaff · 14-03-2018 05:30PM

Hi all

Just reserved a Smart things Motion sensor.

Will this work with Hue Hub and Hue lights?

Brief bit of googling has left me unsure..

Thanks

RobbieTheRobber · 14-03-2018 05:37PM

georgewickstaff wrote: »

Hi all

Just reserved a Smart things Motion sensor.

Will this work with Hue Hub and Hue lights?

Brief bit of googling has left me unsure..

Thanks

Don't think it will work with Hue without a smart things hub to connect to.

If you have a smartthings hub and a hue hub then it will be able to automate your lights. AFAIK

georgewickstaff · 14-03-2018 05:41PM

RobbieTheRobber wrote: »

Don't think it will work with Hue without a smart things hub to connect to.

If you have a smartthings hub and a hue hub then it will be able to automate your lights. AFAIK

Thanks for getting back so quick.

Have a reservation code for Drogheda for one motion senseor if anyone wants it.

randombar · 15-03-2018 01:12PM

Ordered the nest myself so will be selling my Hive Multi Zone Pack, thought I'd put it up here before it goes on adverts. PM for info.

Decoda · 19-03-2018 09:33AM

https://www.amazon.co.uk/HS100-Assistant-Required-Anywhere-UK/dp/B01I3ZCBFK/ref=gbps_img_m-5_febb_24d7f700?smid=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&pf_rd_p=fe8e33e4-d55c-4c83-8443-674062f5febb&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-5&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_i=9086177031&pf_rd_m=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&pf_rd_r=AMEP2MXWHM1F2QS450Y8

TP-Link HS100 Wi-Fi Smart Plug (non energy monitoring) down to £17.99 on Deal of the Day, Amazon. Ends at midnight tonight.

Regards

D.

ablelocks · 19-03-2018 07:22PM

amazon germany sale on selected products - deal of the day so have to purchase today

OU812 · 19-03-2018 09:34PM

Decoda wrote: »

https://www.amazon.co.uk/HS100-Assistant-Required-Anywhere-UK/dp/B01I3ZCBFK/ref=gbps_img_m-5_febb_24d7f700?smid=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&pf_rd_p=fe8e33e4-d55c-4c83-8443-674062f5febb&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-5&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_i=9086177031&pf_rd_m=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&pf_rd_r=AMEP2MXWHM1F2QS450Y8

TP-Link HS100 Wi-Fi Smart Plug (non energy monitoring) down to £17.99 on Deal of the Day, Amazon. Ends at midnight tonight.

Regards

D.

Thanks. Ordered two. For some reason they charged me £14.99 each. Not that I’m complaining.

bk · 20-03-2018 09:40AM

Harmony Elite £149 or for £159 the Harmony Elite along with two Logitech Pop switches and a Pop hub. On Amazon today.

Sheep Shagger · 20-03-2018 02:35PM

Google WiFi home twin packs - £179 on John Lewis (about €204) vs €280 in Irish retailers

Used parcel wizard for delivery here (free UK delivery to NI).

bk · 20-03-2018 02:52PM

Netgear Orbi.

Twin Pack £179 Triple Pack £249

https://www.amazon.co.uk/apb/page/ref=gbps_img_m-5_882f_f2d0d87f?handlerName=OctopusDealLandingStream&deals=f2d0d87f&marketplaceId=A1F83G8C2ARO7P&smid=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&pf_rd_p=190a98cd-5e40-4cdb-b8d8-5ba80a65882f&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-5&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_i=9086177031&pf_rd_m=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&pf_rd_r=W6CRY9EZBZWZ8CZ4Y7KC

Atomic Pineapple · 20-03-2018 04:37PM

bk wrote: »

Harmony Elite £149 or for £159 the Harmony Elite along with two Logitech Pop switches and a Pop hub. On Amazon today.

Is camel camel camel correct in saying that bundle's lowest before today was £248.49!? Seems a great price for it, but camel camel camel is currently showing the price at £300 so not sure how accurate it is.

bk · 20-03-2018 05:11PM

Atomic Pineapple wrote: »

Is camel camel camel correct in saying that bundle's lowest before today was £248.49!? Seems a great price for it, but camel camel camel is currently showing the price at £300 so not sure how accurate it is.

I haven't seen that bundle before, I'd say it maybe a bit made up * and might never have really been that price.

The pop switch bundle on it's own is currently £68 and last month it was as low as £40, though normally a lot more.

The lowest the Harmony Elite on it's own ever has been is £130

Though I'd consider Brexit in all of this, it has driven up prices in general in the UK. So I do think these deals are pretty decent.

So if you are interersted in pop and elite, then seems like a good deal.

* Often these deals are thrown together, if you order it, you will probably be sent two separate packages.

NoeldeBournaix · 20-03-2018 09:08PM

Amazon UK are doing 3 for 2 on some items

Edit: This may be part of a 'buy 3 items, get the cheapest free' promotion rather than a direct 3for2 offer

Philips hue White and Colour Ambiance B22

3 bulbs for 115euro delivered

6 bulbs for 185euro delivered

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Philips-Ambiance-Wireless-Lighting-Bayonet/dp/B01LVUZQNX/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1521575393&sr=8-8&keywords=philips+hue

Also from Amazon Spain

Philips hue white ambiance milliskin 25w GU10 Recessed Spotlight Kit, 1 x 25w hue white ambiance perfect fit GU10 bulb, 1 x dimmer switch.

37.60euro

Delivery is 8euro, might be of interest if you were after a few

https://www.amazon.es/gp/product/B071CYB2WJ/ref=s9u_simh_gw_i1?ie=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B071CYB2WJ&pd_rd_r=bd297b0d-2c78-11e8-a008-71ec069f688d&pd_rd_w=Tu0UI&pd_rd_wg=PnT4F&pf_rd_m=A1AT7YVPFBWXBL&pf_rd_s=&pf_rd_r=NNC7P0RQK551Z0BDBR34&pf_rd_t=36701&pf_rd_p=6908f43d-d139-4893-9bfc-e27e9baa9410&pf_rd_i=desktop

irelandrover · 21-03-2018 08:24AM

https://www.amazon.es/gp/aw/d/B00HZVQ8DA/ref=mp_s_a_1_14?__mk_es_ES=ÅMÅZÕÑ&qid=1521616890&sr=8-14&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=hue

Hue bloom is down to €39 on Amazon.es

fergalc · 21-03-2018 11:27AM

irelandrover wrote: »

https://www.amazon.es/gp/aw/d/B00HZVQ8DA/ref=mp_s_a_1_14?__mk_es_ES=ÅMÅZÕÑ&qid=1521616890&sr=8-14&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=hue

Hue bloom is down to €39 on Amazon.es

Thanks...

It'll come with the European socket. Does anyone know if the plastic UK connectors can be sourced anywhere?

Regards, F

Shlippery · 21-03-2018 03:35PM

Maplin having a "closing down" sale at the moment. Walked by the store near Jervis but it was closed, could be worth a look for a bargain or two. Not sure if it aligns with what's on the website - https://www.maplin.ie/

Granted, things there were at an extortionate price already, but there could be a few gems.

bk · 21-03-2018 03:45PM

Shlippery wrote: »

Maplin having a "closing down" sale at the moment. Walked by the store near Jervis but it was closed, could be worth a look for a bargain or two. Not sure if it aligns with what's on the website - https://www.maplin.ie/

Granted, things there were at an extortionate price already, but there could be a few gems.

I walked all over their Cork store over the weekend. Pretty much nothing anywhere close to as cheap as Amazon, etc.

For example, Logitech Cirlce 2 reduced to €223!!! I paid £70 for mine (currently €195 on Amazon).

I'm really sorry to see them go, I loved visiting the store, but you can easily see why they couldn't compete.

Shlippery · 21-03-2018 04:14PM

bk wrote: »

I walked all over their Cork store over the weekend. Pretty much nothing anywhere close to as cheap as Amazon, etc.

For example, Logitech Cirlce 2 reduced to €223!!! I paid £70 for mine (currently €195 on Amazon).

I'm really sorry to see them go, I loved visiting the store, but you can easily see why they couldn't compete.

As I suspected...it was my go-to shop to put together an Amazon shopping list! A chance to "window shop" and see how things look in person!

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