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Pixel 5

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  • #52
    JDxtra
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,933 ✭✭✭JDxtra


    Captain Morgan wrote: »
    Could you not just use Parcel Motel/Wizard if you need a UK address and still claim them?

    I’ve it preordered with Amazon and that’s what I was hoping to do if the Google Store doesn’t release more stock on the Irish site.

    It would be nice to get clarity, but it does say "UK residents" only clearly. I expect these headphones will be sent out by an external provider (not Google or Amazon), so you might get stuck in a "computer says no" situation.


  • #53
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 0 ✭ [Deleted User]


    StereoSound wrote: »
    It's expensive for a phone with a middle of the mark processor.

    Honestly, you could give someone a phone with a SD 645 and the same phone with an 845 and they wouldn't tell the difference.

    For me, it's perfect. I don't game on my phone, and even if I do it will be xcloud or Stadia which isn't processor intensive. The phone is still going to be smooth, and have better battery life than with a more powerful chip.


  • #54
    Mimikyu
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 18,945 ✭✭✭✭Mimikyu


    JDxtra wrote: »
    It would be nice to get clarity, but it does say "UK residents" only clearly. I expect these headphones will be sent out by an external provider (not Google or Amazon), so you might get stuck in a "computer says no" situation.

    Should be ok. I just checked the terms from Google and it states:

    “ This Promotion is only open to individuals with a shipping address in the United Kingdom or Republic of Ireland over the age of 18 ("Participant"). Businesses are not eligible to participate in this Promotion.”

    I couldn’t see anything that states you can’t purchase from a UK retailer once they’re on the list of approved retailers.


  • #55
    King_Joffery
    Registered Users Posts: 67 ✭✭King_Joffery


    Is there a waiting list that I can join to receive notification when the pixel 5 becomes available again on the Irish google store?


  • #56
    Idleater
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,236 ✭✭✭Idleater


    King_Joffery wrote: »
    Is there a waiting list that I can join to receive notification when the pixel 5 becomes available again on the Irish google store?

    Keep checking the buy now page, it seems to get a few eventually.

    Like over a day eventually rather than minutes eventually


  • #57
    SachaJ
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,746 ✭✭✭SachaJ


    If you look on pixel-offers.com/bose it states that Vodafone and Google Store are the only qualified shops in Ireland. Whether they would reject an Amazon receipt I don't know.


  • #58
    bobbyy gee
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 1,306 ✭✭✭bobbyy gee


    pixel 5

    https://www.cnet.com/news/google-smartphones-fight-for-relevance-pixel-5-launch-announcement/


  • #59
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 7,712 ✭✭✭ [Deleted User]


    bobbyy gee wrote: »
    pixel 5

    https://www.cnet.com/news/google-smartphones-fight-for-relevance-pixel-5-launch-announcement/

    Cnet :D


  • #60
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 7,712 ✭✭✭ [Deleted User]


    Will they ever sort out their supply issues though?


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  • #61
    JDxtra
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,933 ✭✭✭JDxtra


    SachaJ wrote: »
    If you look on pixel-offers.com/bose it states that Vodafone and Google Store are the only qualified shops in Ireland. Whether they would reject an Amazon receipt I don't know.

    That would be my concern. The companies that run these services are usually very strict in terms of eligibility. One I had recently was for Sony, I had to hold the device in my hand with the serial number visible and take a picture. Lol.

    On the Amazon site it quite clearly says UK only, so it's a risk. They may not deliver to Ireland if the seller was Amazon and they may not accept parcel forwarding services as a valid address.

    Hopefully all will be OK though.

    But Google, please release some stock to your Irish store!


  • #62
    Mimikyu
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 18,945 ✭✭✭✭Mimikyu


    If you click on the full T&Cs on the Amazon page it states

    “ Purchase a Google Pixel 5 or Pixel 4a 5G (available while stocks last) between 30/9/2020 at 12:00am BST through 19/10/2020 at 11:59pm BST This Promotion is only open to individuals with a shipping address in the United Kingdom or Republic of Ireland over the age of 18 ("Participant"). Businesses are not eligible to participate in this Promotion.”

    So should be ok to order from there and get the headphones.

    I agree though about Google though. Wish they would get more stock so I can buy directly from them (plus it’s cheaper in Ireland than the UK). Not sure why it’s out of stock and they didn’t just continue taking orders and push the delivery dates out.

    I was in contact with Google support and they said there should be more batches of stock added before release and to just keep checking. Not sure if that’s just a stock response or not but worth keeping an eye.


  • #63
    skodacb
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 168 ✭✭skodacb


    Finally it shows out of stock on the Google Store.

    I made an account on uptime robot so it'll alert me when it is back in stock to order.
    This us the URL I used for it to track with keyword being Out of stock on uptime.


    https://store.google.com/ie/product/pixel_5?hl=en-ie


    Just a note if anyone feels like doing the same up means it's not available order, down means it is available for order.


  • #64
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 7,712 ✭✭✭ [Deleted User]


    They are some shambles with stock levels.


  • #65
    digitaldr
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,513 ✭✭✭digitaldr


    Same youtuber I posted yesterday has a follow up video:

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3d3jLb7QA-E


  • #66
    whomitconcerns
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,379 ✭✭✭whomitconcerns


    I ordered from Amazon as I had some credit. Definitely included in the bose offer. Says on the site


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  • #67
    padair
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,318 ✭✭✭padair


    Are vodaphone sim locked?


  • #68
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 0 ✭ [Deleted User]


    padair wrote: »
    Are vodaphone sim locked?

    We don't know, but they usually aren't.


  • #69
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 0 ✭ [Deleted User]


    Screen protectors and Spigen Rugged Armor both dispatched. Now the long wait for the phone.


  • #70
    padair
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,318 ✭✭✭padair


    [Deleted User] wrote: »
    We don't know, but they usually aren't.

    Purchased twice from Amazon and cancelled. Can't justify it . Gonna wait till November launch


  • #71
    padair
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,318 ✭✭✭padair


    padair wrote: »
    Purchased twice from Amazon and cancelled. Can't justify it . Gonna wait till November launch

    How would the pixel 5 compare to oneplus nord? I have a oneplus 6t which is a great phone but, looking for 5g


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  • #72
    whomitconcerns
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,379 ✭✭✭whomitconcerns


    Basil3 wrote: »
    Screen protectors and Spigen Rugged Armor both dispatched. Now the long wait for the phone.

    Where's you find the spidgen,?


  • #73
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 0 ✭ [Deleted User]


    whomitconcerns wrote: »
    Where's you find the spidgen,?

    Amazon. Seems to be out of stock again, but they still have tough armor available.


  • #74
    dan786
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,314 ✭✭✭dan786


    padair wrote: »
    Are vodaphone sim locked?

    Vodafone are not allowed to lock them so unlocked.


  • #75
    whomitconcerns
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,379 ✭✭✭whomitconcerns


    Basil3 wrote: »
    Amazon. Seems to be out of stock again, but they still have tough armor available.

    Sweet, I have one here on my PIXEl 2 and find it great!


  • #76
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 0 ✭ [Deleted User]


    dan786 wrote: »
    Vodafone are not allowed to lock them so unlocked.

    Vodafone are allowed to lock them, but it will probably be unlocked.


  • #77
    SachaJ
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,746 ✭✭✭SachaJ


    Had one in my basket earlier on the Google Store but when I went to pay it was gone.


  • #78
    Delboy5
    Registered Users Posts: 886 ✭✭✭Delboy5


    Basil3 wrote: »
    Screen protectors and Spigen Rugged Armor both dispatched. Now the long wait for the phone.

    Any recommendations on brand of screen protector?


  • #79
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 0 ✭ [Deleted User]


    Delboy5 wrote: »
    Any recommendations on brand of screen protector?

    I went for LK, but there's very limited choice at this stage.


  • #80
    dan786
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,314 ✭✭✭dan786


    [Deleted User] wrote: »
    Vodafone are allowed to lock them, but it will probably be unlocked.

    No they are not. That is one of the conditions that Google set for them when supplying to them and promise them exclusivity. That is why no other network stocks them.


  • #81
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 0 ✭ [Deleted User]


    dan786 wrote: »
    No they are not. That is one of the conditions that Google set for them when supplying to them and promise them exclusivity. That is why no other network stocks them.

    And what is your source for that?

    The Pixel 2 was an sold exclusively in the UK with EE, and yet they were locked. (Source: I had one.)


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  • #82
    SachaJ
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,746 ✭✭✭SachaJ


    Just preordered through the Google Store. Delivery not until the 11th November though which is odd.


  • #83
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 0 ✭ [Deleted User]


    SachaJ wrote: »
    Just preordered through the Google Store. Delivery not until the 11th November though which is odd.

    Yeah, I ordered a few days ago and my date is the same. I'm hoping it will move in to an earlier date, especially considering this guy in the UK already has one from Vodafone UK.


  • #84
    dan786
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,314 ✭✭✭dan786


    Deleted User wrote: »
    And what is your source for that?

    The Pixel 2 was an sold exclusively in the UK with EE, and yet they were locked. (Source: I had one.)

    All Pixel phones with Vodafone are unlocked. Not just here but also in the UK. This is one of the contract terms between Vodafone and Google. The could not offer exclusivity in UK for obvious reasons - much bigger market and more networks would have been a big loss for them. While in Ireland due to much smaller market it does not make a major difference.

    As the Irish site is not up to date - here is a UK link to confirm the same that all Google phones from Vodafone are already unlocked - just select Google under other brands for confirmation.

    https://www.vodafone.co.uk/explore/network/unlocking-your-phone/how-do-I-use-my-nuc/


  • #85
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 0 ✭ [Deleted User]


    dan786 wrote: »
    All Pixel phones with Vodafone are unlocked. Not just here but also in the UK. This is one of the contract terms between Vodafone and Google. The could not offer exclusivity in UK for obvious reasons - much bigger market and more networks would have been a big loss for them. While in Ireland due to much smaller market it does not make a major difference.

    As the Irish site is not up to date - here is a UK link to confirm the same that all Google phones from Vodafone are already unlocked - just select Google under other brands for confirmation.

    https://www.vodafone.co.uk/explore/network/unlocking-your-phone/how-do-I-use-my-nuc/

    Again, what is your proof of this?

    I already know, as a Vodafone Pixel owner, that Pixels so far have been unlocked on Vodafone, which is why I said that they would most likely be unlocked for this latest model. However, you have stated it as if it is a fact without providing any proof. Not only that, you have stated that "they are not allowed to lock them", and we don't even know if that's true for the previous Pixel phones or if they just decided themselves to not lock them like they've done with many of their other phones.


  • #86
    dan786
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,314 ✭✭✭dan786


    Deleted User wrote: »
    Again, what is your proof of this?

    I already know, as a Vodafone Pixel owner, that Pixels so far have been unlocked on Vodafone, which is why I said that they would most likely be unlocked for this latest model. However, you have stated it as if it is a fact without providing any proof. Not only that, you have stated that "they are not allowed to lock them", and we don't even know if that's true for the previous Pixel phones or if they just decided themselves to not lock them like they've done with many of their other phones.

    I dont have time for silly arguments, I answered a posters question and provided correct information. I have provided public known info available from Vodafone directly and it clearly states that all Google phones are already unlocked.

    I do have a source but as its in not in the public domain I dont want to share it.

    Again Vodafone are NOT allowed to lock any Google devices in UK or Ireland as per their contract with Google.

    Goodnight.


  • #87
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 0 ✭ [Deleted User]


    dan786 wrote: »
    I dont have time for silly arguments, I answered a posters question and provided correct information. I have provided public known info available from Vodafone UK directly and it clearly states that all Google phones so far are already unlocked, which has nothing to do with not being allowed to lock them but it's all I got.

    I do have a source but as its in not in the public domain I dont want to share it.

    Again Vodafone are NOT allowed to lock any Google devices in UK or Ireland as per their contract with Google.

    Goodnight.

    Absolute nonsense, and you know it. If you had a source you wouldn't have gone to so much effort looking for proof on Vodafone UK etc., you would have said it outright. What drivel.

    Edit: Also, I fixed your post.


  • #88
    dan786
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,314 ✭✭✭dan786


    Deleted User wrote: »
    Absolute nonsense, and you know it. If you had a source you wouldn't have gone to so much effort looking for proof on Vodafone UK etc., you would have said it outright. What drivel.

    You need some sleep. You are the one talking non sense. I stated that earlier today but you wanted proof so I got you that - I didnt go looking for it as I knew it already but you are the one that needed the proof. Stop being silly, its ok being wrong in life which you are in this case.

    You can continue trolling... you wont get a response. Bye now.


  • #89
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 0 ✭ [Deleted User]


    dan786 wrote: »
    You need some sleep. You are the one talking non sense. I stated that earlier today but you wanted proof so I got you that - I didnt go looking for it as I knew it already but you are the one that needed the proof. Stop being silly, its ok being wrong in life which you are in this case.

    You can continue trolling... you wont get a response. Bye now.

    I'm not wrong, you have no source. Either that, or your source wasn't much used to you before. :rolleyes:

    Just admit you didn't know and don't fabricate things, Jesus. Or just stop posting.


  • #90
    Phat Cat
    Registered Users Posts: 641 ✭✭✭Phat Cat


    SachaJ wrote: »
    Just preordered through the Google Store. Delivery not until the 11th November though which is odd.

    How did you get one? I've been checking every few hours since the 1st yet they've been always been out of stock.


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  • #91
    SachaJ
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,746 ✭✭✭SachaJ


    Some black ones in stock now on the Google Store. I cancelled my pre-order for a black as there was a green one available.


  • #92
    SachaJ
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,746 ✭✭✭SachaJ


    Phat Cat wrote: »
    How did you get one? I've been checking every few hours since the 1st yet they've been always been out of stock.

    I did this so I get an email when it's in stock. Setup a Keyword monitor for the words

    Out of stock

    https://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showpost.php?p=114805210&postcount=63


  • #93
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 0 ✭ [Deleted User]


    SachaJ wrote: »
    Some black ones in stock now on the Google Store. I cancelled my pre-order for a black as there was a green one available.

    Good man, thanks. Managed to get one


  • #94
    dar83
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,106 ✭✭✭dar83


    Looks like both are back in stock on the Google store now. Just sorted a Sorta Sage one a couple of mins ago!


  • #95
    Cina
    Registered Users Posts: 2,388 ✭✭✭Cina


    So torn on whether to order and whether it's worth it if I have the s10+. Was just going to sell that to the missus, it'd basically work out as nothing for the phone between that and the QC 35's.

    My main concern really is the speed of the Pixel 5 in comparison and whether the battery will be up to scratch. I think both should be fine - and I do love the google software, plus the 90hz display and better batteries.. i THINK it's a good idea? Convince me!


  • #96
    whomitconcerns
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,379 ✭✭✭whomitconcerns


    I've had the Nexus one, "two" 4 and the pixels one and two. A brief foray to oppo for the find 7. (The absolutely fastest best screen fastest charging phone I've still ever seen!!!!) Now I have ordered my PIXEl 5 due on the 14th.

    Nothing like a Google phone. Except maybe the new oppo... But that's $$$$$


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  • #97
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 0 ✭ [Deleted User]


    What's the best plan for this phone?
    I've been with 3 for the last 10years,and have had no issues with them. Out of contract at the moment, and just letting it roll month to month.
    Looks like it's going to cost €40 a month just for a plan with 5G and tied in for 2 years. Vodafone costs almost the same, but only a 12 month contract.
    If it wasn't for the 5G element, I'd just switch to Virgin or 48.ie


  • #98
    dan786
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,314 ✭✭✭dan786


    Black still in stock.

    Edit: Gone @ 12.56


  • #99
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 7,712 ✭✭✭ [Deleted User]


    Was just about to buy when the greens went.


  • #100
    ricksanchez
    Closed Accounts Posts: 99 ✭✭ricksanchez


    Deleted User wrote: »
    What's the best plan for this phone?
    I've been with 3 for the last 10years,and have had no issues with them. Out of contract at the moment, and just letting it roll month to month.
    Looks like it's going to cost €40 a month just for a plan with 5G and tied in for 2 years. Vodafone costs almost the same, but only a 12 month contract.
    If it wasn't for the 5G element, I'd just switch to Virgin or 48.ie

    €25 a month PAYG for unlimited data including 5G. Unless you really need/make a lot of calls I've no idea why anyone uses bill pay.


  • #101
    dan786
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,314 ✭✭✭dan786


    I ordered a Green when it went live and now have ordered a black for someone else. Personally color doesn't matter as it will be in a case all the time. All that will be visible is screen and camera module which are black on both devices.


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