Eye One Display 2 from Amazon

horizon909 · 23rd May 2008

Hello,

Just to share. I have been looking for a calibrator and have read some of the posts here. I finally decided upon the Eye One. There were also some recommendations as to where to get them from. As usual, something I will routinely do, is to compare the prices with US sites like Amazon.

The Eye One Display 2 is going at US$199 on Amazon.com. I made a call to a dealer here and the quoted price was SGD$408 (after GST) or the lowest elsewhere at SGD$399.

And so I decided to give Amazon.com a go. Unfortunately, they don't ship certain stuff (including the Eye One) outside of US. So I was compelled to use the much dreaded Vpost, yet again. Anyway after an unusual smooth process, the delivery worked out to SGD$27.90. So all in all I'd spent approx. SGD$298. That's like $100 savings. However, it will be obvious that the product will have no valid warranty once it's here. But so far, I've purchased a host of things (including a telescope and a robotic floor cleaner) from the US and have had no issues.

So, I'm just sharing here. The greenback is taking a dive. Getting stuff from the States might be an alternative for those who are looking to save a bit here and there. Thanks for reading.

heckcare.der · 23rd May 2008

Thats great! I am currently using HUEY. But thinking of upgrading. How do you rate Eye One Display 2 ?

horizon909 · 23rd May 2008

Hi,

Actually, the item is on its way so I can't comment on it just yet. However, you can read a couple of reviews here http://www.amazon.com/X-Rite-Eye-One...1524467&sr=8-1

Just scroll down the page and you'll see user comments. Cheers.

SNAG · 25th May 2008

Good call - I bought mine from Amazon too (while the item was under J&R). However, vPost cost me $60(!) before discount because they used a large packing box...

Anyway, it's quite a significant upgrade from my previous Eye One Display 1.

Actually, I think our devices are still supported by warranty - only that you'll need to send it back to X-Rite's office in HK for servicing. That was the impression that I got when I spoke to the tech support in the HK office.

josho · 25th May 2008

Originally Posted by heckcare.der

Thats great! I am currently using HUEY. But thinking of upgrading. How do you rate Eye One Display 2 ?

Great calibrator tool. You will not regret getting it

nakashimamika · 10th June 2008

If you have a couple of friends, can just combine shipment to get from amazon. Its good pricing after combining shipment and GST.

PM me if anyone is keen on the Eye-One Display 2.

23rd May 2008	#1
horizon909 New Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 13	Eye One Display 2 from Amazon Hello, Just to share. I have been looking for a calibrator and have read some of the posts here. I finally decided upon the Eye One. There were also some recommendations as to where to get them from. As usual, something I will routinely do, is to compare the prices with US sites like Amazon. The Eye One Display 2 is going at US$199 on Amazon.com. I made a call to a dealer here and the quoted price was SGD$408 (after GST) or the lowest elsewhere at SGD$399. And so I decided to give Amazon.com a go. Unfortunately, they don't ship certain stuff (including the Eye One) outside of US. So I was compelled to use the much dreaded Vpost, yet again. Anyway after an unusual smooth process, the delivery worked out to SGD$27.90. So all in all I'd spent approx. SGD$298. That's like $100 savings. However, it will be obvious that the product will have no valid warranty once it's here. But so far, I've purchased a host of things (including a telescope and a robotic floor cleaner) from the US and have had no issues. So, I'm just sharing here. The greenback is taking a dive. Getting stuff from the States might be an alternative for those who are looking to save a bit here and there. Thanks for reading.

23rd May 2008	#2
heckcare.der Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: singapore Posts: 1,761	Re: Eye One Display 2 from Amazon Thats great! I am currently using HUEY. But thinking of upgrading. How do you rate Eye One Display 2 ?

23rd May 2008	#3
horizon909 New Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 13	Re: Eye One Display 2 from Amazon Hi, Actually, the item is on its way so I can't comment on it just yet. However, you can read a couple of reviews here http://www.amazon.com/X-Rite-Eye-One...1524467&sr=8-1 Just scroll down the page and you'll see user comments. Cheers.

25th May 2008	#4
SNAG Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 1,410	Re: Eye One Display 2 from Amazon Good call - I bought mine from Amazon too (while the item was under J&R). However, vPost cost me $60(!) before discount because they used a large packing box... Anyway, it's quite a significant upgrade from my previous Eye One Display 1. Actually, I think our devices are still supported by warranty - only that you'll need to send it back to X-Rite's office in HK for servicing. That was the impression that I got when I spoke to the tech support in the HK office. Last edited by SNAG; 25th May 2008 at 09:32 AM.

10th June 2008	#6
nakashimamika Member/Tangshooter Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 1,223	Re: Eye One Display 2 from Amazon If you have a couple of friends, can just combine shipment to get from amazon. Its good pricing after combining shipment and GST. PM me if anyone is keen on the Eye-One Display 2. __________________ You'll only live once. Just once. Portfolio \| Tangshooters