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Argos RIP thread

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  • #392
    lazeedaisy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,337 ✭✭✭lazeedaisy


    Soarer wrote: »
    I wouldn't have left it until tomorrow.

    If they realise there's a mistake, they mightn't sell it to you.

    Finally got to pick up my hairdryer, it wasn't a mistake, but the price has gone up today to 81.24! A few came available over the past few nights, due to people not picking them up.

    http://www.argos.ie/static/Product/partNumber/6345381.htm?_$ja=tsid%3A30390%7Cprd%3A7708057


  • #393
    aidz
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 342 ✭✭aidz


    Reserved an item on Tuesday
    Picked it up on Wednesday, but had to pay at a higher price as the item had increased. Argued about it for a few mins to no avail. It was minimal increase, but more the principal.
    It will put me off reserving items as have to travel to collect these and feel they are not honouring their reserve price when ordered.

    Taking this further, I returned an item i previously bought and was refunded the amount i paid. This item had also increased in price on the day i returned it. Using the same principal, Argos could refund me the higher amount :)


  • #394
    Hmm_Messiah
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,964 ✭✭✭Hmm_Messiah


    aidz wrote: »
    Reserved an item on Tuesday
    Picked it up on Wednesday, but had to pay at a higher price as the item had increased. Argued about it for a few mins to no avail. It was minimal increase, but more the principal.

    Taking this further, I returned an item i previously bought and was refunded the amount i paid. This item had also increased in price on the day i returned it. Using the same principal, Argos could refund me the higher amount :)

    You argued about a minimal increase ? Argos 99.99% honour the price on the reservation email - but they don't have to , and if its a minimal difference I am not sure what the complaint is other that tough luck ?

    Your second point makes no logical sense at all, it is not the same principal - in the first case they had offered something you could, but had not yet purchases. In the other they returned in full the money you pad when you purchased something - you really really think the follow on from one stance is they should refund you more than you paid ?


  • #395
    um7y1h83ge06nx
    Closed Accounts Posts: 5,029 ✭✭✭um7y1h83ge06nx


    That's a pain. You would really need to collect items the same day you reserve then to protect against price increases. I would often reserve items in the evening time at home and collect the next day during lunch.


  • #396
    evolving_doors
    Closed Accounts Posts: 11,812 ✭✭✭✭evolving_doors


    Kailey Old Instep wrote: »
    That's a pain. You would really need to collect items the same day you reserve then to protect against price increases. I would often reserve items in the evening time at home and collect the next day during lunch.

    Seems like the collection is at least the day after you reserve.


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  • #397
    evolving_doors
    Closed Accounts Posts: 11,812 ✭✭✭✭evolving_doors


    Adonis Sweet Jade wrote: »
    They don't make you drive a fair bit to collect. That's your choice not their premeditated plan to fool you.

    Well yes they physically don't come with a shotgun and threaten to kill my family if I don't collect :rolleyes:

    But the point still stands.
    If say DID advertise a telly on sale with X discount, you rang up and reserve... then drove to collect. What price should you expect to pay?

    Look I know that there's 'invitation to treet' and all that. I'm not saying it's illegal or false advertising... I'm just saying it's sharp practise.

    Actually I think it might be false advertising if it's done on a consistent basis. Saying it's an error once is ok but time after time!!


  • #398
    Kat1170
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,638 ✭✭✭Kat1170


    https://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showpost.php?p=105159760&postcount=524

    Can generic pods be bought for this ??


  • #399
    Tom Mann Centuria
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 11,061 ✭✭✭✭Tom Mann Centuria


    Kat1170 wrote: »
    https://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showpost.php?p=105159760&postcount=524

    Can generic pods be bought for this ??

    Don't think so, haven't seen generic tassimo pods anywhere.

    Oh well, give me an easy life and a peaceful death.



  • #400
    lazeedaisy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,337 ✭✭✭lazeedaisy


    Kat1170 wrote: »
    https://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showpost.php?p=105159760&postcount=524

    Can generic pods be bought for this ??

    No


  • #401
    The_Conductor
    Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 32,285 Mod ✭✭✭✭The_Conductor


    sunny2004 wrote: »
    You're incorrect or didn't understand what I was replying to, it isn't their policy to make you pay the price on the day of collection. In the case of reserved items you pay the reserved price, if on the day the system shows a higher price, which is often then it's at their discretion. Otherwise the prices regarding discounts simply wouldn't work. We are not talking about pricing errors here.
    So in simply terms my statement is correct, please re-read what I quoted. Thanks.

    I did understand what you said.
    Argos were bought out by Sainsburys- and there were instructions issued to branches regarding reservations and prices.
    Whereas in the past they almost universally honored the prices indicated at reservations- and think of some of the wonderful offers we got here in this forum- there was at least one 55" AMOLED TV, 2 different Nikon cameras- and other goodies- that we salivated over in this forum.
    These- 'price reservations' as viewed by customers or increasingly 'errors' as deemed by Argos- no longer count towards anything- and the price charged at collection- is the price on the system on the day- and not the reserved price.

    There has been a change in how they handle these type situations- brought about in a large part by the sale of Argos to Sainsburys.

    This is also behind the recent test trials of fresh food collections in some Dublin based Argos branches (stocked out of NI). Apparently- it wasn't nearly as successful as had been hoped, but hasn't been ruled out for future trials in other areas.


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  • #402
    lazeedaisy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,337 ✭✭✭lazeedaisy


    The_Conductor wrote: »
    These- 'price reservations' as viewed by customers or increasingly 'errors' as deemed by Argos- no longer count towards anything- and the price charged at collection- is the price on the system on the day- and not the reserved price..

    I went to pickup up a hairdryer reserved at 9.99, and when I put my card in the reservation machine it wanted $84, I just went to customer service who made a price over ride and charged me 9.99, I haven't noticed anything different at my argos, even when buying at ridiculous prices.

    This was during the week


  • #403
    iwillhtfu
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,373 ✭✭✭iwillhtfu


    The_Conductor wrote: »
    I did understand what you said.
    Argos were bought out by Sainsburys- and there were instructions issued to branches regarding reservations and prices.
    Whereas in the past they almost universally honored the prices indicated at reservations- and think of some of the wonderful offers we got here in this forum- there was at least one 55" AMOLED TV, 2 different Nikon cameras- and other goodies- that we salivated over in this forum.
    These- 'price reservations' as viewed by customers or increasingly 'errors' as deemed by Argos- no longer count towards anything- and the price charged at collection- is the price on the system on the day- and not the reserved price.

    There has been a change in how they handle these type situations- brought about in a large part by the sale of Argos to Sainsburys.

    This is also behind the recent test trials of fresh food collections in some Dublin based Argos branches (stocked out of NI). Apparently- it wasn't nearly as successful as had been hoped, but hasn't been ruled out for future trials in other areas.
    lazeedaisy wrote: »
    I went to pickup up a hairdryer reserved at 9.99, and when I put my card in the reservation machine it wanted $84, I just went to customer service who made a price over ride and charged me 9.99, I haven't noticed anything different at my argos, even when buying at ridiculous prices.

    This was during the week

    Considering you mention the camera deal. I managed to pick one up and the new system actually worked in my favour I think I reserved it at €330 and when I picked it up it was priced at €303 and that's the price I paid. I would almost guarantee it being a one off but it does show a failing in their system already.


  • #404
    ablelocks
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,796 ✭✭✭ablelocks


    it still looks like it needs a person to intervene though - in my case with the lego, the till operator said that they were issued an email instruction by customer service head office not to release the lego at the "wrong" price - she said they "weren't allowed" override the price, but the option was still there for the manager to do so. There were 5 reasons given on the till for the override - she didn't choose the wrong price option, she chose the "sell at reserved price" option. So as long as there are sound people working in Argos, and the majority are, these price errors may still be honoured. If they ever get AI computers to manage their pricing, then we're screwed.


  • #405
    sunny2004
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,538 ✭✭✭sunny2004


    The_Conductor wrote: »
    I did understand what you said.
    Argos were bought out by Sainsburys- and there were instructions issued to branches regarding reservations and prices.
    Whereas in the past they almost universally honored the prices indicated at reservations- and think of some of the wonderful offers we got here in this forum- there was at least one 55" AMOLED TV, 2 different Nikon cameras- and other goodies- that we salivated over in this forum.
    These- 'price reservations' as viewed by customers or increasingly 'errors' as deemed by Argos- no longer count towards anything- and the price charged at collection- is the price on the system on the day- and not the reserved price.

    There has been a change in how they handle these type situations- brought about in a large part by the sale of Argos to Sainsburys.

    This is also behind the recent test trials of fresh food collections in some Dublin based Argos branches (stocked out of NI). Apparently- it wasn't nearly as successful as had been hoped, but hasn't been ruled out for future trials in other areas.

    I have no reason to question or dispute any of the above, my previous post still stands. ;)


  • #406
    vicwatson
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 28,404 ✭✭✭✭vicwatson


    In the Argos BA there is a Nintendo 2DS for sale at 99.99 plus free game, this is basically a free game offer ??? Looks like it’s 99.99 all over. Free game how bad but wonder will this get cheaper closer to Xmas?


  • #407
    Kenjataimu
    Closed Accounts Posts: 4,429 ✭✭✭Kenjataimu


    vicwatson wrote: »
    In the Argos BA there is a Nintendo 2DS for sale at 99.99 plus free game, this is basically a free game offer ??? Looks like it’s 99.99 all over. Free game how bad but wonder will this get cheaper closer to Xmas?

    Between May & July it went as low as €79.99 according to checkargos.

    But the free game offer might be gone when/if it drops in price again, hard to know.

    http://checkargos.com/product/5985931


  • #408
    Patty O Furniture
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,133 ✭✭✭Patty O Furniture


    I don't know if i can post this here, but feel free to move.

    There's a scam going around in whatsapp in telling people to claim €500 Argos Voucher by inviting 20 friends,

    But after doing so, it brings you around to the start again & doesn't let you claim it, so you think you done something wrong & do it again!

    It checks to see if there any duplicate entries in & then it verifies it, which seemed a giveaway alright, but not the voucher sadly :mad:


  • #409
    TitianGerm
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 28,350 ✭✭✭✭TitianGerm


    Patty O Furniture wrote: »
    I don't know if i can post this here, but feel free to move.

    There's a scam going around in whatsapp in telling people to claim €500 Argos Voucher by inviting 20 friends,

    But after doing so, it brings you around to the start again & doesn't let you claim it, so you think you done something wrong & do it again!

    It checks to see if there any duplicate entries in & then it verifies it, which seemed a giveaway alright, but not the voucher sadly :mad:

    Well in fairness if you couldn't tell that was a scam from the start you should probably reduce your access to the internet and social media etc.


  • #410
    Patty O Furniture
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,133 ✭✭✭Patty O Furniture


    emmetkenny wrote: »
    Well in fairness if you couldn't tell that was a scam from the start you should probably reduce your access to the internet and social media etc.

    Tbh, It looked too good to be true & will know anymore as it was sent on from a relative & thought it was legit & only recently joined whatsapp as mentioned on here previously it saves you money & that's a big bonus for anyone.
    Boards is the only social media i'm on, don't have time for others & only came on here to tell others to see if it happened to them.

    Thanks for the insightful info though ;)
    Now back to the fun:D


  • #411
    vicwatson
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 28,404 ✭✭✭✭vicwatson


    Patty O Furniture wrote: »
    I don't know if i can post this here, but feel free to move.

    There's a scam going around in whatsapp in telling people to claim €500 Argos Voucher by inviting 20 friends,

    But after doing so, it brings you around to the start again & doesn't let you claim it, so you think you done something wrong & do it again!

    It checks to see if there any duplicate entries in & then it verifies it, which seemed a giveaway alright, but not the voucher sadly :mad:

    Also, a Lidl one - €250.00


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  • #412
    dingding
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,937 ✭✭✭dingding


    vicwatson wrote: »
    Also, a Lidl one - €250.00

    Is that the one you have to go to the customer service desk to claim :)


  • #413
    geriatric
    Registered Users Posts: 137 ✭✭geriatric


    Hi

    If I buy something on Argos EBay can I return it to a local store if I want?


  • #414
    sunny2004
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,538 ✭✭✭sunny2004


    geriatric wrote: »
    Hi

    If I buy something on Argos EBay can I return it to a local store if I want?

    Did you call the store and ask ?


  • #415
    The_Conductor
    Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 32,285 Mod ✭✭✭✭The_Conductor


    geriatric wrote: »
    Hi

    If I buy something on Argos EBay can I return it to a local store if I want?

    I left a Targus citrus juicer I bought on the ebay site back to Liffey Valley- no questions asked- was given a gift card rather than a refund- which was fine by me.


  • #416
    deadanonymau5
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,875 ✭✭✭deadanonymau5


    sunny2004 wrote: »
    Did you call the store and ask ?

    No, rather than asking them directly and getting an immediate answer, he came here to ask strangers unaffiliated with Argos instead.


  • #417
    lilka
    Users Awaiting Email Confirmation Posts: 47 ✭lilka


    Hi I noticed MacBook Air for 749 ...older model but reviews suggest almost no noticeable difference. Seems like good deal, I would use it for browsing and not much else so thinking of treating myself

    Anyone have a view on whether it's good deal


  • #418
    Kat1170
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,638 ✭✭✭Kat1170


    deadanonymau5 wrote: »
    No, rather than asking them directly and getting an immediate answer, he came here to ask strangers unaffiliated with Argos instead.

    So, every question you have ever asked on Boards was directed specifically at those that know you personally ???????


    Nah, didn't think so :rolleyes::rolleyes:


  • #419
    geriatric
    Registered Users Posts: 137 ✭✭geriatric


    Kat1170 wrote: »
    So, every question you have ever asked on Boards was directed specifically at those that know you personally ???????


    Nah, didn't think so :rolleyes::rolleyes:

    Cheers Kat, you got in there before me.. ridiculous response!

    Replies to queries benefit all members.


  • #420
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 0 ✭ [Deleted User]


    geriatric wrote: »
    Hi

    If I buy something on Argos EBay can I return it to a local store if I want?

    Using my Google-Fu:

    http://stores.ebay.ie/argos-ireland/Help
    Can I return my item to a store?

    Currently only Items purchased from Argos on eBay that are Click & Collected from an Argos store can be returned to a store. We’re working hard to update our systems to make all eBay purchases (except large 2 man delivery items) returnable to store but at the moment we’re sorry but non Click & Collect purchases cannot be returned to an Argos store.


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  • #421
    Quazzie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 29,059 ✭✭✭✭Quazzie


    pah wrote: »
    Spec not quite as good as the 13" above but for €288 I think it's a good deal.
    4GB RAM and Quad core cpu with SSD goes a long way on windows 10.

    http://www.argos.ie/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?storeId=10152&catalogId=14551&langId=111&productId=1127750

    There's a pink version also but less stock

    Can anyone comment whether this would handle general internet surfing and programs like WORD/EXCEL with relative ease?


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