12 months free Amazon Prime Video for eir broadband customers

Popple3 · 14-11-2019 4:59pm #1

Nice little offer from Eir today. For both new and existing broadband customers - 12 months free of Amazon Prime Video (not regular Prime with the 2-day shipping).

https://www.eir.ie/primevideo/

hots · 14-11-2019 5:13pm

Not stackable for existing members.

blastman · 14-11-2019 5:45pm

I presume this means you'll be stuck with the less-extensive Irish Prime video selection? I can't see Amazon changing your account to UK if you've availed of this offer!

Sappy404 · 14-11-2019 5:48pm

blastman wrote: »

I presume this means you'll be stuck with the less-extensive Irish Prime video selection? I can't see Amazon changing your account to UK if you've availed of this offer!

Mind-boggling that they still limit our selection. There are movies from last year that there is no legal way to rent/buy digitally, only hard copy.

14-11-2019 7:03pm

Is the prime video catalog defined by IP location (like Netflix) or account origin?

kindalen · 14-11-2019 7:09pm

At the moment account origin.

Cherry_Cola · 14-11-2019 7:15pm

Sappy404 wrote: »

Mind-boggling that they still limit our selection. There are movies from last year that there is no legal way to rent/buy digitally, only hard copy.

I work in this area and if only you knew the legal wrangles involved.

degsie · 14-11-2019 7:21pm

Cherry_Cola wrote: »

I work in this area and if only you knew the legal wrangles involved.

Brought on by distributors trying to protect their massive profit margins no doubt.

emclau · 14-11-2019 7:48pm

Curious what content there is/ whether the PrimeDecember Premier League games are included...

It’s for 12 months only - after that a €6 charge will apply billed via Eir account... just remember to cancel!

T&C
Any new or existing eir Broadband customer can avail of 12 months Amazon Prime Video, courtesy of eir. When the promotion ends, your Prime Video membership continues uninterrupted as you are automatically enrolled into a monthly payment plan of the standard price of (€5.99/month) This will be paid as part of your eir bill. You can cancel this membership should you wish to discontinue the service on www.myeir.ie and you will no longer be billed.

TheDriver · 14-11-2019 8:13pm

I have the UK one snd I find it poor, rarely watch anything. Netflix is far far superior. I get sick of picking things that require payment

sweetie · 14-11-2019 8:25pm

TheDriver wrote: »

I have the UK one snd I find it poor, rarely watch anything. Netflix is far far superior. I get sick of picking things that require payment

I find it nearly as good as Netflix for tv, less shovelware type shows IMO. The big problem is the GUI, there should be an option to exclude any subscription channels at least, paid shows from Amazon can fcuk off too but less likely.

14-11-2019 8:31pm

kindalen wrote: »

At the moment account origin.

How is the account origin set?

Thanks.

Decoda · 14-11-2019 8:50pm

Anyone know if availing of this offer restarts your eir contract? Can't see anything on their website or in the terms and conditions.

Regards

D.

kindalen · 14-11-2019 9:06pm

Raymond Thankful Tenant wrote: »

How is the account origin set?

Thanks.

Not 100% sure, but I assume it is based on the address you provide when you set up account.

beardo81 · 14-11-2019 9:20pm

Worth it for The Office. What a show.

TheDriver · 14-11-2019 9:42pm

sweetie wrote: »

I find it nearly as good as Netflix for tv, less shovelware type shows IMO. The big problem is the GUI, there should be an option to exclude any subscription channels at least, paid shows from Amazon can fcuk off too but less likely.

I agree, they so want you to spend money

bfa1509 · 14-11-2019 9:50pm

For anyone on primevideo who would like the UK version (it does have a better selection) and who's morals are questionable (like mine) just throw a dart at a map of the UK, get onto the chat and tell them you've moved there and ask for the UK prime. No prime goes unpunished as they say...

Officer Giggles · 14-11-2019 10:00pm

bfa1509 wrote: »

For anyone on primevideo who would like the UK version (it does have a better selection) and who's morals are questionable (like mine) just throw a dart at a map of the UK, get onto the chat and tell them you've moved there and ask for the UK prime. No prime goes unpunished as they say...

I didn't even need a UK address when I got mine changed. I logged on to their customer support and asked for my Prime to be relocated to UK. The agent just said okay that's done is there anything else I can do for you.

Dec4 · 14-11-2019 10:07pm

Is it only possible to watch Prime Video through the new Eir TV app. Doesn't work with any device running Android 7

TheWatcher182 · 14-11-2019 10:29pm

Has anybody been able to successfully sign up for this? Logged into MyEir and cannot see any option to do so. Thanks

Dec4 · 14-11-2019 10:45pm

TheWatcher182 wrote: »

Has anybody been able to successfully sign up for this? Logged into MyEir and cannot see any option to do so. Thanks

According to https://www.eir.ie/support/eirtv/amazon-prime-video-service/ it's website only registration for the first week. Registration via MyEir app not available yet

Dec4 · 14-11-2019 10:57pm

Dec4 wrote: »

According to https://www.eir.ie/support/eirtv/amazon-prime-video-service/ it's website only registration for the first week. Registration via MyEir app not available yet

Apologies no sign of "Get it Now" on banner as suggested on website

bfa1509 · 14-11-2019 11:39pm

Officer Giggles wrote: »

I didn't even need a UK address when I got mine changed. I logged on to their customer support and asked for my Prime to be relocated to UK. The agent just said okay that's done is there anything else I can do for you.

A foot massage would be great thanks.

I love how yielding they are in the chat.

huddlejonny · 14-11-2019 11:47pm

Dec4 wrote: »

Is it only possible to watch Prime Video through the new Eir TV app. Doesn't work with any device running Android 7

I watch it on Google Chromecast or PS4 if that's any use.

Officer Giggles · 15-11-2019 12:48am

I just followed the link to sign up, after signing into my Amazon account I get an error message that I must be resident in Ireland. So it would appear you cannot avail of this offer if your prime account is set to UK.

rom · 15-11-2019 1:03am

Sappy404 wrote: »

Mind-boggling that they still limit our selection. There are movies from last year that there is no legal way to rent/buy digitally, only hard copy.

First they take our spuds and now this.....

rom · 15-11-2019 1:06am

Raymond Thankful Tenant wrote: »

How is the account origin set?

Thanks.

default shipping address only. CC and IP can't work for them.

You can still ship to Ireland just need to change from the default shipping address. I have mine as a drop ship address just in case.

Flashdan · 15-11-2019 5:54pm

Thanks OP. Free is always good. Watched Wonder Woman again last night on it.

Del007 · 15-11-2019 5:59pm

Flashdan wrote: »

Thanks OP. Free is always good. Watched Wonder Woman again last night on it.

Perv

Dec4 · 15-11-2019 10:20pm

TheWatcher182 wrote: »

Has anybody been able to successfully sign up for this? Logged into MyEir and cannot see any option to do so. Thanks

Anyone managed to sign up yet through website??

geminiman63 · 15-11-2019 10:55pm

Any idea anyone, how many devices can you register Prime on if you sign up with Eir, I can't seem to find the answer on the Eir webpage.

ted1 · 15-11-2019 11:08pm

Sappy404 wrote: »

Mind-boggling that they still limit our selection. There are movies from last year that there is no legal way to rent/buy digitally, only hard copy.

It’s not their fault. It’s digital rights, which vary between regions.

Dec4 · 15-11-2019 11:40pm

geminiman63 wrote: »

Any idea anyone, how many devices can you register Prime on if you sign up with Eir, I can't seem to find the answer on the Eir webpage.

https://www.eir.ie/support/eirtv/amazon-prime-video-service/

Amazon Prime Video is a streaming service available to Amazon Prime members. There are a number of exclusive features available:

Unlimited entertainment on-demand
Thousands of movies and TV series
Award-winning Amazon originals
Ad-free uninterrupted viewing
Multiple users - on up to three screens at once
Instantly watch or download for offline viewing (select titles available for download)
Access actor biographies, soundtracks, trivia and much more with X-Ray
Available to watch on a variety of devices - up to three simultaneously
4K UHD

Short answer - any number - but can only watch on 3 devices at any one time

theoneeyedman · 15-11-2019 11:49pm

Can I watch this in the Fire stick here. Registered, but doesn't work, says something about wrong location.

Dr. Nick · 16-11-2019 6:55pm

Logged into Amazon and it says my account is not eligible I have to be resident in Ireland?!

Keith186 · 16-11-2019 9:37pm

theoneeyedman wrote: »

Can I watch this in the Fire stick here. Registered, but doesn't work, says something about wrong location.

If you have UK Firestick then Prime Video doesn't work on it. I open the Prime app on phone/tablet then cast it to the stick as a workaround.

mooreman09 · 19-11-2019 2:15pm

Ah lads - anyone know how to sign up to this? Nothing on the Eir app and on the website version of my eir - I have no link bringing me to the set up page.

Ceist_Beag · 19-11-2019 4:20pm

Does this include membership to Amazon Prime itself or is it only for Amazon Prime Video? It would be good timing for Black Friday if it included Amazon Prime membership.

19-11-2019 4:51pm

Ceist_Beag wrote: »

Does this include membership to Amazon Prime itself or is it only for Amazon Prime Video? It would be good timing for Black Friday if it included Amazon Prime membership.

Have you read the OP?

Ceist_Beag · 19-11-2019 4:58pm

Doh, apologies, missed the important answer in brackets!

Dec4 · 19-11-2019 6:39pm

mooreman09 wrote: »

Ah lads - anyone know how to sign up to this? Nothing on the Eir app and on the website version of my eir - I have no link bringing me to the set up page.

I tried calling Eir but gave up on a response from Customer "Support" after about 20 mins...

Sesame · 19-11-2019 8:09pm

I'm an Eir broadband customer already. If i sign up to this does anyone know do I get tied into another 12 month contract of broadband. I'd asked them but it's hard to get hold of them!

No Bills · 19-11-2019 10:28pm

I finally got through to a registration page. Signed in with my existing Amazon account and all seems to be working now.
I think Eir have updated the Amazon Prime Video banner on the MyEir dashboard to include a link to the registration page.
I also got the casting function to work once I turned on my Chromecast.
The range of movies and TV does seem a bit limited. A few free films will be nice all the same.

Dr. Nick · 19-11-2019 10:46pm

Still getting this when I try to log in:

Activation error

This account isn’t eligible for this offer.

If not a Prime Video member, you must reside in Ireland.

Addle · 19-11-2019 11:21pm

I was able sign up ok.
Existing eir and amazon member.
Something I actually want for ‘free’. I’m amazed!

the heathen · 20-11-2019 11:36am

Keith186 wrote: »

If you have UK Firestick then Prime Video doesn't work on it.

Really? Is this the case?

I've logged in etc but I'm getting an Error 5505 when I try to play content. As someone else said earlier it seems to be a location based issue.

I did buy my Firestick and Fire TV from the UK before the services were available here so I'm thinking your suggestion might be right.

the heathen · 20-11-2019 12:52pm

the heathen wrote: »

Really? Is this the case?

I've logged in etc but I'm getting an Error 5505 when I try to play content. As someone else said earlier it seems to be a location based issue.

I did buy my Firestick and Fire TV from the UK before the services were available here so I'm thinking your suggestion might be right.

Further to this, just been on to Amazon and they tell me that we can only use Prime on the International version of the Firestick here. I'm prob preaching to the converted on here - you lot probably already know this.

Anyway, here's the International version -

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Fire-TV-Stick-Basic-International/dp/B01ETRGFA8/

smasherplan9 · 20-11-2019 5:20pm

Dr. Nick wrote: »

Still getting this when I try to log in:

Activation error

This account isn’t eligible for this offer.

If not a Prime Video member, you must reside in Ireland.

Same for me, tried an existing amazon account and tried creating a new account...

Whiplashy · 21-11-2019 7:40pm

So far I’ve only managed to sign up for the eir tv app when I click on the amazon banner. No luck with amazon

Berty · 22-11-2019 11:04am

Signed up and as per usual a fight with my Firestick with error 5501 which Amazon didn't really help me with.

Installed prime video on the phone and can then cast it to the Firestick anyway do much of a muchness really.

Will need to review if I cancel now will I still receive 11 months and 29 days or does it cancel immediately or set a reminder for next November.

Tigerandahalf · 22-11-2019 1:42pm

I am seeing no amazon prime banner on myeir. Nowhere on the app does it mention prime.
Anybody else?

12 months free Amazon Prime Video for eir broadband customers

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