The Nexus 5 Thread

[ntoken]

It works.....

yup;

jpn nexus 5 on softbank in japan, reported no issues also.
softbank network setting is compaitable with singtel global roaming, so if their 3g only plans works, it will work with ST.

https://plus.google.com/109905122311985292925/posts/GQbxrBAQeVe
one guy commented its working in softbank for him.

 

[SamsungLovesApple]

I wonder how come no gst sia...

You will likely get a separate GST bill later. I've received this type before, the item came in via DHL, then I got another letter from DHL ask for the GST they helped me pay custom.

 

[superwoman]

Same thing, just got mine from Japan, no gst.

Is it because Tenso's custom declaration says "Personal Effects"?

 

[habsters]

Does the Japan model works for 3G Only plan (Starhub)?
Have yet to upgrade to LTE

 

[johnsonheng]

The new rule is 700 and below, tax free

 

[johnsonheng]

If you order 2 set, sure will get tax,

 

[IncTEh]

anyone buying nexus 5 case from amazon?

This one looks damn gorgeous and cheap but the shipping cost expensive...

amazon.com/gp/product/B00FOWX57Y/sr=1-5/qid=1383968662/ref=olp_product_details?ie=UTF8&me=&qid=1383968662&seller=&sr=1-5

anyone buying this case?

I bought one of them liao. champagne gold colour.

 

[IncTEh]

The new rule is 700 and below, tax free

where got say one? O.O

 

[haoru1988]

So anyone with Japan set managed to connect 3G & 4G/LTE data?

Yes, using Starhub.. 3G and LTE both works well without any problems.

 

[Mach3.2]

The new rule is 700 and below, tax free

Link??

 

[superwoman]

The new rule is 700 and below, tax free

Excellent news! And the LTE works great. Glad I bought from Japan.

 

[1Degree]

you cannot put you forwarder's address as the billing address. this is one of the first info CC transaction are checked for.

in the case of google play japan, they do not accept non-japanese billing address.

the workaround is to put the country code in the form as JP
but in the address field, enter the actual billing address of your card.

So billing address is actual singapore address while shipping address is Tenso address ?

Dont quite understand about the country code part in bolling address. Can explain ? Thanks alot !

 

[johnsonheng]

where got say one? O.O

Goods and Services Tax Relief

From 1 April 2012, the amount of GST import relief for new items brought in by a bona fide traveller will no longer be dependent on his age. To keep pace with rising expenditures and international norms, the GST relief for new items brought in by travellers has been simplified.

You can enjoy GST relief up to the following values of goods, excluding cigarettes, tobacco, liquors and petroleum products.

Period away from Singapore

Value of Goods

48 hours or more

S$600

Less than 48 hours

S$150


Such goods include new articles, souvenirs, gifts and food preparation which are for your personal use and not meant for sale.
Holders of a work permit, employment pass, student pass, dependent pass or long-term pass issued by the Singapore Government and crew members are NOT eligible for GST relief.

You have to pay the taxes on goods exceeding your GST relief and on goods you are carrying for or on behalf of other persons. GST is levied on the value of the goods, which may include the cost, insurance and freight (CIF) plus other chargeable costs and the duty payable (if applicable).

It is your responsibility to make an accurate and complete declaration of all goods exceeding your duty-free concession and GST relief in your possession, including goods you are carrying for or on behalf of other persons.

If you did not make a declaration at the Red Channel or pay the taxes due, you can be prosecuted in court and fined up to $10,000 and imprisonment for up to three years. For more information on Customs offences, please click here.



sorry think it 600..
but not sure also, maybe 400...

 

[spark7]

Either view the transaction via Google Wallet, or click the gear icon near the right of Play store, and "My Orders"

Thanks


Nexus 5 (32GB, White)
￥44,800
November 8, 2013
Leaves warehouse by November 12, 2013.
Info

Now hope the battery life not so jialat like those mentioned in review

 

[skylines]

Anyone got lobang for screen protector?

 

[sWirL84]

Goods and Services Tax Relief

From 1 April 2012, the amount of GST import relief for new items brought in by a bona fide traveller will no longer be dependent on his age. To keep pace with rising expenditures and international norms, the GST relief for new items brought in by travellers has been simplified.

You can enjoy GST relief up to the following values of goods, excluding cigarettes, tobacco, liquors and petroleum products.

Period away from Singapore

Value of Goods

48 hours or more

S$600

Less than 48 hours

S$150


Such goods include new articles, souvenirs, gifts and food preparation which are for your personal use and not meant for sale.
Holders of a work permit, employment pass, student pass, dependent pass or long-term pass issued by the Singapore Government and crew members are NOT eligible for GST relief.

You have to pay the taxes on goods exceeding your GST relief and on goods you are carrying for or on behalf of other persons. GST is levied on the value of the goods, which may include the cost, insurance and freight (CIF) plus other chargeable costs and the duty payable (if applicable).

It is your responsibility to make an accurate and complete declaration of all goods exceeding your duty-free concession and GST relief in your possession, including goods you are carrying for or on behalf of other persons.

If you did not make a declaration at the Red Channel or pay the taxes due, you can be prosecuted in court and fined up to $10,000 and imprisonment for up to three years. For more information on Customs offences, please click here.



sorry think it 600..
but not sure also, maybe 400...

Thought should refer to this..

Goods and Services Tax

There is a 7% Goods and Services Tax (GST) levied on all goods, inclusive of new articles, personal effects, souvenirs, gifts, food preparations and dutiable products, imported into Singapore. GST is calculated based on the CIF value (cost, insurance and freight) of the goods plus all duties payable. If the invoice value of goods does not include insurance and freight charges, the postage charge paid for the goods is to be taken as freight and insurance charges, and is to be added to the invoice value of such invoice for calculation of GST payable.

GST relief is granted on goods, inclusive of new articles, personal effects, souvenirs, gifts and food preparations but excluding dutiable products, imported by post to a total value not exceeding $400. Where the value exceeds $400, the entire sum would be subject to GST.

http://www.customs.gov.sg/leftNav/trad/cle/Internet+PurchasesPostal+Parcels.htm

 

[IncTEh]

Goods and Services Tax Relief

From 1 April 2012, the amount of GST import relief for new items brought in by a bona fide traveller will no longer be dependent on his age. To keep pace with rising expenditures and international norms, the GST relief for new items brought in by travellers has been simplified.

You can enjoy GST relief up to the following values of goods, excluding cigarettes, tobacco, liquors and petroleum products.

Period away from Singapore

Value of Goods

48 hours or more

S$600

Less than 48 hours

S$150


Such goods include new articles, souvenirs, gifts and food preparation which are for your personal use and not meant for sale.
Holders of a work permit, employment pass, student pass, dependent pass or long-term pass issued by the Singapore Government and crew members are NOT eligible for GST relief.

You have to pay the taxes on goods exceeding your GST relief and on goods you are carrying for or on behalf of other persons. GST is levied on the value of the goods, which may include the cost, insurance and freight (CIF) plus other chargeable costs and the duty payable (if applicable).

It is your responsibility to make an accurate and complete declaration of all goods exceeding your duty-free concession and GST relief in your possession, including goods you are carrying for or on behalf of other persons.

If you did not make a declaration at the Red Channel or pay the taxes due, you can be prosecuted in court and fined up to $10,000 and imprisonment for up to three years. For more information on Customs offences, please click here.



sorry think it 600..
but not sure also, maybe 400...

Seems like this is for hand carry items leh.

 

[Nathanielnjs]

does this mean it'll be delivered to me today or Monday?

 

[moozmoow]

does this mean it'll be delivered to me today or Monday?

good question, if its accurate, today? If not, its monday or later, especially if later you find out they changed the status again like several guys experienced

 

[wiz]

you cannot put you forwarder's address as the billing address. this is one of the first info CC transaction are checked for.

in the case of google play japan, they do not accept non-japanese billing address.

the workaround is to put the country code in the form as JP
but in the address field, enter the actual billing address of your card.

I use vpost jpn as the billing address and the transaction went thru so no issues. They key for me is a Jpn gmail account