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21 hours ago, pgrahmm said:

The item I ordered & received from Australia had a vendor declared value of $200.00AUD....

Got clipped ฿7000.00 more at delivery time....

I've also had 5 quality items purchased on ebay from 4 different countries simply vanish during the last 6 months....Follow up with the sender & am told they've reached to here.....

Go to the post office with my tracking number & after they check the computer then leave to check in another room  - then I'm told "not in Thailand".....

 

There was a topic about this elsewhere & it was astounding how much stuff has dissappeared and people affected.....It always seems to be the high quality goods, the pedestrian is getting through....

Ouch!!!!.....that is a real stinger, you have not had a good run,

Previously I ordered a couple of DVDs through Amazon, and they arrived with the package opened, but was not charged any extra, that's why I felt comfortable ordering the boots....the positive thing is that the boots fit my feet perfectly, I was stressed about that....so I look at that side and try not to think of the price, Cheers

On 7/6/2017 at 4:58 PM, clokwise said:

I purchased a couple $100~150 CD box sets from Amazon this year. Previously when I did this, even at the cheapest shipping rate, Thai customs open them and then Thai post would bill me on delivery. However, as others have stated, Amazon.com now is pre-calculating your duty and tax, and you pay in advance at checkout time. Supposedly, if you end up paying less they will refund you the difference. Not sure how that works.

 

But something changed just this year - Amazon.com now offers a slowest and cheapest rate, without the duty and tax added on. It ships via "UPS i-parcel", with tracking, and arrives sealed up in a massive woven plastic bag delivered by Thai Post. In both instances, it clearly had not been inspected and I escaped paying any duty or tax whatsoever. Shipping time was 3 weeks. Your mileage may vary, but this seems to be the best option for me at this time.

I just received a pair of boots from Amazon,com.us....ticked the standard delivery/shipping box....tax not included. Picked up my boots from post office today.....had to fork out an extra 4,000 Baht for import tax....not happy, but what can I do?, just have to take it on the chin (note: Amazon clearly stated on the box what the contents were and their price in us dollars $299.....the shipping cost was $70, and now the added tax of 4,000B ($120) brings the total cost to $489....wifey was not impressed, nor was I, just for the record.

So is this "standard"?...if so, that's the last time I order things this way....Cheers.

The Thai guy balancing in the rigging is to steer the parachute.....especially for landing, as for most passengers it is their first time and they don't have the awareness (due to the thrill of a whole new experience) to control the canopy for a landing.

A true and proper investigation would reveal whether the equipment was able to have a "quick release" lever, or if not, the passenger was not correctly harnessed, or the actual webbing of the harness gave way due to fatigue....apart from that, I can't think of any other possible cause. Not good.

I also recently tried to use a credit card to make a purchase from Apple Online Store....couldn't for the same reason as above, so I opted for the ATM transfer.....worked a treat and I had my item delivered in 3 days. Cheers.

@ sfokevin, thank you for your reply. I forgot to mention that I am also a "cheap charlie"....and my train of thought is that I am already paying 800 Baht a month for home internet connection, I have a simple pay as you use phone with AIS....I don't know at this point in time as to how frequent I will be needing this sim card, certainly not all day every day. I am not tech savvy, and just want to keep things simple....if that is any help.

Once again....Thank You for your help. Cheers.

I've just happily received my iPad mini 4 Wi-Fi + Cellular from the Thai Apple online store. 

Reason for my purchase is that I needed a navigation type app or similar device. A dedicated device would cost more and only be good for one function.....navigation.

My logic, keep up with technology, get one of these mini iPads and it can not only do your navigation stuff, but can also do heaps of other cool stuff for less the cost.

My question to the tech gurus out there....the sim card I need to get....do I pay a one off payment, or is it a pay as you use type of arrangement? To clarify a bit, my limited understanding is that when I use the navigation app, it does not require internet connection (hence the reason I went for the ...+ Cellular).

So what do I need to ask for when I am in front of the salesperson?....a sim card for my iPad...or what? 

Just to give you an idea at what I am talking about...I have not yet decided on which app to use...they are Runway HD, FlySkyHi or PPGPS.

As mentioned in the title, I am a dummie with this stuff...so any advice will be greatly appreciated....Cheers.

1 hour ago, jeab1980 said:

You should have a recipt for the origional placing of the paper work plus the bank can verify you got a letter re balance for tbe first date. There is a hotline you should ring on this as its obviously gross negligence im sure ubon joe would know the number.

Thank you for your comment.....but I tend to agree with lopuri3....really not worth the hassle to pursue something that would maybe have detrimental effects for the future....as I need to go back to that same office for 90 day reports and further extension of stays....just have to take it on the chin.

But I do hope there are no repercussions for the 1 month "delay".

Cheers.

1 hour ago, elviajero said:

I can't think of any reason why the "Head Office" would reject the application. The stamps in your passport should make it obvious that you made an application a month ago. I wouldn't worry.

 

Outrageous that they charged you another 1,900 baht though!

Thank you for your reply.....I tend to agree with you, but as you know, stranger things can happen when it comes to government officials.

Once again thanks. Cheers.

I have applied for Extension of Stay based on marriage for the past 4 years through Nakhon Pathom Immigration office with no problems.

Now with the new office open in Ratchaburi, much closer to home, last month I submitted all my paperwork in accordance with form TM 7 and was told to come back in 1 month after the usual assessment period...pretty standard.

I show up yesterday and present my passport with my file number....they couldn't find me in the system. Ten minutes later they come out with my paperwork that I submitted a month ago.....they forgot to send in to Bangkok Head Office! I said ok....just send it in now.....no no no.

I had to go to the bank again today, pay another 200 Baht to get the letter and copies of my bank statement, then go back to Immigration, they made me fill out another TM 7 form with todays date AND make me pay another 1,900 Baht.....all because they forgot to forward my original paperwork. All during this, they were trying to make it look like they were giving me an extra month leeway and I should be grateful....not once apologising for their blatant incompetence.

Now I have to wait another month for assessment....my concern is, when it gets to Head Office, they will see that I am one month late and who knows what their reaction will be. Because I am sure as hell know that Ratchaburi will not inform Head Office that the one month delay was their fault.

Has anyone else had a similar situation to mine?......also should I be concerned or just sit back and assume that all is normal?

Cheers.

44 minutes ago, simple1 said:

https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/transaction/renew-or-replace-your-nsw-licence-while-temporarily-interstate-or-overseas

Many Thanks for that Simple1......will get on it right away.

Cheers.

Not sure if this is possible.....have been living in Thailand for 5 years and not returned to Australia in that time, so am a non-resident as fas as Oz is concerned.

My Drivers Licence is still valid and will expire soon. Am I still able to renew it or have I placed myself in the invalid box due to non-residency? I still use my parents address to keep a bank account going in Oz.

If I can still renew it, do I have to travel to Oz, or can it be done through the Australian Embassy?

Cheers for any help in this matter.

Coming from a maritime background....I find the 24 hour clock flawless and unambiguous.

Since being married to a Thai and now living here.....time becomes nonsensical....basically they operate on a 6 hour clock.....so if you ask what time will we meet for coffee, you can get 2 o'clock....which they may mean 0800.....or you may get 4 o'clock which is really 1000 hours.

Therefore I am amazed that any public transport system can operate with any success. So OP I can understand your dilemma...just have to shake your head and go with the flow.....Cheers. 

19 hours ago, Langsuan Man said:

Here, this article,  just published should help

 

https://www.engadget.com/2016/12/13/google-drive-ios-android-migration/

Thanks for that....but at first glance it appears to be a full backup.

I am looking to be able to manually transfer photos, music, files between the android phone and my iMac without having the entire contents taking up space.

Cheers.

This day and age, it should be pretty easy for dinosaurs like me to connect a phone to my home computer to transfer photos, music etc...

I even did a little research and found an app that I downloaded called "Android File Transfer"

Next...connect the phone (One Plus 3) via usb cable to my iMac ( version 10.12.1)..the AFT app opens all by itself...good me thinks...then it tells me that the screen on the phone is locked...unlock the screen then re-attach the device.

I am a good boy, I do as I'm told....only to get the exact same message...again...and again....and again.

So I go to the settings menu on the phone and find something that says USB tethering.....so I enable that.....still no joy.

So to all you tech savvy peeps out there.....could you please help this dinosaur for what should be a simple task as opening the fridge to retrieve a cold beer.

Cheers in advance for any advice or help.

Great idea and good luck.

When my wife and I moved over here from Australia, we brought a box full of the green "Woolies" bags and have used them until they passed their use-by date.

At first we got unusual looks and stares, but now around our local village we don't get a second glance when we refuse a plastic bag and just show our "brought from home " bag ready and willing.

Has it made an impact on other people in our village to do the same?......I don't think so.....we need to educate the kids, adults are too set in their ways.

Cheers.

Never liked AC.....never will. A simple fan circulating the ambient air is good enough for me.

I appreciate we are all different....I personally do not like the cold, that is why I chose to live here in Thailand, I am comfortable with the heat and humidity.....each to their own.

Cheers,

I also had my wife's ring resized just recently.

We bought the ring in Australia believing we were getting good quality.....fast forward to today, the ring needs to be expanded 3 sizes......4 hours later, and 800 Baht, we got the ring back.....perfect size and a lot "more goldy colour".

They told us that the ring only contained 40% pure gold and they had difficulties fusing the extra gold to increase the size, plus the overall "gold plating" that made it look like new.....so were we ripped off in Oz, or did they do a "switcharoo"' here in Thailand?

I will never know, but so long as the wife is happy.....I am happy.

Cheers.

I might "piggy-back" this thread as I am also interested......so with "thaibeachlovers" criteria....here are my wants:

I have my own car so can drive there..

A few bars, no discos or nightclubs....

Sea and garden view with hills in the vicinity.....

Quiet beach, long for good walks and no jet skis..

A few restaurants to choose from....

A pool with a handy bar close by....(pool bar)...

Local entertainment (hotel)...

That's about it.....I am living in the bush about two and a half hours drive WSW from Bangkok.....so any suggestions will be welcomed.

Cheers.

Ok.....you say you are not looking for young girls for fun....but want a partner in your life.

At the end of the day, that is what we all are really looking for.

If that is truly the case....then there is no rush. Take your time.....go to her village, meet her family, learn a few Thai words and phrases.....you are still young.....keep your options open.

I am in the same boat.....loved my sony rx100 until it packed it in.....unceremoniously dropped a few times which obviously doesn't agree with it. Been looking for a replacement, but I keep coming back to the rx100 mk3.....the extra price and features for the mk4 doesn't interest me.

Well I received the One Plus 3 phone from Lazada today.......and the delivery guy "insisted" I open the box and make sure the contents was what I ordered before I handed over the cash.

More than happy with the phone and also happy with Lazada.

Cheers.

6 hours ago, DennisF said:

I have had nothing but bad stuff from Lazada.

 

Reluctant to go that route but would be interested in your experience.

 

From what I saw on their site the sellers are quoting massive discounts but still selling at RRP.

 

Thats red flag for me.

 

I want to go somewhere where I can check the product and not pay before being allowed to open the box!

I have dealt with Lazada a few times now, and have had no problems. Since I live out in the sticks, I find them very convenient.

Also on most items you can pay cash on delivery.....and you can inspect the contents before you hand over the cash.....thereby refusing to accept if it is the wrong product.

This option is available for my purchase of this phone....so I will inspect the contents before handing over the bugs bunny.

They're there for decoration......just like all the other markings and road signs......but yeh, it's meant to be a warning that there is something up ahead and be prepared.

I have just ordered one through Lazada.....should arrive next week some time.