Advertisement
If you have a new account but are having problems posting or verifying your account, please email us on hello@boards.ie for help. Thanks :)
Hello all! Please ensure that you are posting a new thread or question in the appropriate forum. The Feedback forum is overwhelmed with questions that are having to be moved elsewhere. If you need help to verify your account contact hello@boards.ie
Hi all,
Vanilla are planning an update to the site on April 24th (next Wednesday). It is a major PHP8 update which is expected to boost performance across the site. The site will be down from 7pm and it is expected to take about an hour to complete. We appreciate your patience during the update.
Thanks all.

Argos RIP thread

1…2829313334…82

Comments

  • #902
    Standard Toaster
    Registered Users Posts: 10,250 ✭✭✭✭Standard Toaster


    Doge wrote: »
    Did anyone reserve a WD Passport 2TB / 4TB that was waiting delivery to their Argos store?

    It said mine would be delivered between Thursday and today but never got a text or email.


    I did (4TB) and when I went to collect the reservation number didn't show up on the system. Either an error or a staff member decided they wanted it themselves.
    *shrug*
    Manager said he'd do me the 4TB Seagate equivalent for 100, haven't decided to collect or not yet.

    https://m.argos.ie/static/Product/partNumber/8208550.htm


  • #903
    Atlantic Dawn
    Registered Users Posts: 81,112 ✭✭✭✭Atlantic Dawn
    M


    Doge wrote: »
    Did anyone reserve a WD Passport 2TB / 4TB that was waiting delivery to their Argos store?

    It said mine would be delivered between Thursday and today but never got a text or email.


    Same for me, I can't recall though the exact date range it gave when I booked it, it was Thursday until not sure when, perhaps a chance over the weekend?



    It's not available to reserve now anywhere either.


  • #904
    Inviere
    Registered Users Posts: 7,465 ✭✭✭Inviere


    Standard Toaster wrote: »
    I did (4TB) and when I went to collect the reservation number didn't show up on the system. Either an error or a staff member decided they wanted it themselves.
    *shrug*
    Manager said he'd do me the 4TB Seagate equivalent for 100, haven't decided to collect or not yet.

    https://m.argos.ie/static/Product/partNumber/8208550.htm

    I wouldn’t, SeaGate don’t fare the best in reliability tests. I usually always go WD.

    Retro Computers/Consoles Repair/Restoration List



  • #905
    rejkin
    Registered Users Posts: 890 ✭✭✭rejkin


    Reserved the 2TB one and didn't get a text or email when it was in but went in this morning since it is within the given time and got it ok.


  • #906
    Standard Toaster
    Registered Users Posts: 10,250 ✭✭✭✭Standard Toaster


    Inviere wrote: »
    I wouldn’t, SeaGate don’t fare the best in reliability tests. I usually always go WD.

    Plus I can get cheaper elsewhere. Agreed though, WD everytime.


  • Advertisement
  • #907
    laros
    Registered Users Posts: 863 ✭✭✭laros


    I reserved a 4Tb one , got a text message and collected it on friday.


  • #908
    Doge
    Registered Users Posts: 8,948 ✭✭✭Doge


    rejkin wrote: »
    Reserved the 2TB one and didn't get a text or email when it was in but went in this morning since it is within the given time and got it ok.

    Was it showing in stock on the website that day do You know?


  • #909
    Atlantic Dawn
    Registered Users Posts: 81,112 ✭✭✭✭Atlantic Dawn
    M


    Just a heads up on the 4TB MyPassport drives, this morning Amazon were selling them for £65.99 which is cheaper than Argos had them, not in stock now, no idea if they will be again, I spotted it on HUKD...
    https://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/wd-wdbyft0040bbk-wesn-my-passport-4-tb-portable-hard-6599-amazon-3097689


  • #910
    SOPHIE THE DOG
    Registered Users Posts: 155 ✭✭SOPHIE THE DOG


    Follow link to John Lewis site (£66) from HUKD link above - no delivery to Ireland but ParcelMotel or such should work.


  • #911
    pleasant Co.
    Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators Posts: 7,376 Mod ✭✭✭✭pleasant Co.


    SOPHIE THE DOG wrote: »
    Follow link to John Lewis site (£66) from HUKD link above - no delivery to Ireland but ParcelMotel or such should work.

    no stock there either.


  • Advertisement
  • #912
    RossieMan
    Registered Users Posts: 6,766 ✭✭✭RossieMan


    It's been out of stock everywhere since early yesterday


  • #913
    steirishrover
    Registered Users Posts: 887 ✭✭✭steirishrover


    Anyone any ideas when the toys 3 for 2 is back on?


  • #914
    sjb25
    Registered Users Posts: 3,375 ✭✭✭sjb25


    steirishrover wrote: »
    Anyone any ideas when the toys 3 for 2 is back on?

    This Friday in Uk same here possibly?

    https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/whats-on/family-kids-news/argos-launches-3-2-toy-15381820


  • #915
    Jayprey
    Registered Users Posts: 80 ✭✭Jayprey


    Argos had it up on Facebook today. Friday until Tuesday. ROI as well.


  • #916
    fitzcoff
    Registered Users Posts: 528 ✭✭✭fitzcoff


    Does anyone know if I reserve 3 toys today for collection tomorroe do I pay for only 2 tomorrow or is it on today's price I.e. price at reservation


  • #917
    RossieMan
    Registered Users Posts: 6,766 ✭✭✭RossieMan


    fitzcoff wrote:
    Does anyone know if I reserve 3 toys today for collection tomorroe do I pay for only 2 tomorrow or is it on today's price I.e. price at reservation

    You'll pay today prices. It stops people abusing the system.


  • #918
    fitzcoff
    Registered Users Posts: 528 ✭✭✭fitzcoff


    RossieMan wrote: »
    You'll pay today prices. It stops people abusing the system.

    Thanks for that


  • #919
    fdevine
    Registered Users Posts: 2,943 ✭✭✭fdevine


    RossieMan wrote: »
    You'll pay today prices. It stops people abusing the system.

    Not sure that's correct. Normally, if you reserve by phone, the pre-recorded messgage says "the price you pay is the price in store on the day (of collection)" or words to that effect.

    The 3 for 2 is selected items only and not everything. We've reserved three of the same item as a group buy but if they aren't honouring the 3 for 2 on it they won't be bought


  • #920
    fdevine
    Registered Users Posts: 2,943 ✭✭✭fdevine


    3 for 2 on toys is starting today for anyone that hasn't heard or found out


  • #921
    Niska
    Registered Users Posts: 2,456 ✭✭✭Niska


    And they've done the usual of jacking up the prices on the 3 for 2 toys.


    Eg: http://checkargos.com/product/8032850

    (was 52.49 yesterday, today 84.99)

    (It's still 52.49 in Smyths https://www.smythstoys.com/ie/en-ie/toys/action-figures-and-playsets/jurassic-world/jurassic-world-imaginext-walking-indoraptor/p/164843)

    So double check the prices - it may be cheaper to buy 3 items at full price elsewhere. (3 x 52.49 = 157.47, 2 * 84.99 = 169.98)

    Of course, there are some where it is cheaper (sometimes much cheaper) in the 3 for 2, but it's best to double check.


  • Advertisement
  • #922
    fdevine
    Registered Users Posts: 2,943 ✭✭✭fdevine


    Niska wrote: »
    And they've done the usual of jacking up the prices on the 3 for 2 toys.


    Eg: http://checkargos.com/product/8032850

    (was 52.49 yesterday, today 84.99)

    (It's still 52.49 in Smyths https://www.smythstoys.com/ie/en-ie/toys/action-figures-and-playsets/jurassic-world/jurassic-world-imaginext-walking-indoraptor/p/164843)

    So double check the prices - it may be cheaper to buy 3 items at full price elsewhere. (3 x 52.49 = 157.47, 2 * 84.99 = 169.98)

    Of course, there are some where it is cheaper (sometimes much cheaper) in the 3 for 2, but it's best to double check.

    Guess we got lucky. Were after the €16.99 karaoke microphone they didn't honour a few weeks back. Price was down to €40odd. Doing a group buy of 3, and coming in a c.€90 instead of €120+


  • #923
    Fiona94
    Registered Users Posts: 3 ✭Fiona94


    Littlewoods.ie have 20% off all home and furniture when you spend €150....!


  • #924
    Metroid diorteM
    Registered Users Posts: 303 ✭✭Metroid diorteM


    I’ve seen some prices go up on Amazon over the last month and then drop this week.

    Can’t seem to find any bargains anywhere today.

    Is it just me?


  • #925
    keavebm
    Registered Users Posts: 185 ✭✭keavebm


    Metroid diorteM wrote:
    I’ve seen some prices go up on Amazon over the last month and then drop this week.

    Metroid diorteM wrote:
    Can’t seem to find any bargains anywhere today.

    Metroid diorteM wrote:
    Is it just me?


    Maybe wait til
    the actual black friday


  • #926
    Doodah7
    Registered Users Posts: 3,721 ✭✭✭Doodah7


    Hi, is checkargos down or just getting hammered today because of Black Friday sales?


  • #927
    wally79
    Registered Users Posts: 2,929 ✭✭✭wally79


    Black Friday is next week


  • #928
    RossieMan
    Registered Users Posts: 6,766 ✭✭✭RossieMan


    wally79 wrote:
    Black Friday is next week

    No ****, Sherlock.

    Most companies have week long sales. Now back you go to your troll corner with your stupid comments.


  • #929
    wally79
    Registered Users Posts: 2,929 ✭✭✭wally79


    RossieMan wrote: »
    No ****, Sherlock.

    Most companies have week long sales. Now back you go to your troll corner with your stupid comments.

    Slight Over reaction there. Some people may be confused by some of the advertising. No need for the personal abuse

    Reported


  • #930
    Doge
    Registered Users Posts: 8,948 ✭✭✭Doge


    wally79 wrote: »
    Black Friday is next week

    Every damn year I forget that the first friday isn't the real Black Friday! :o


  • Advertisement
  • #931
    maximoose
    Registered Users Posts: 9,196 ✭✭✭maximoose


    Fiona94 wrote: »
    Littlewoods.ie have 20% off all home and furniture when you spend €150....!

    Is there a code for this?

    Can't see it and doesn't seem to be applying at checkout

    Edit: Had a guess - it's HOME


Advertisement