Andre Posted January 27, 2011 Posted January 27, 2011 I am still in the states but my move date in now set in stone as I purchased our tickets for Nov 7. I am starting to figure the costs of replacing those things that we are not going to bring with us and a television is on of them. I went on yahoo Philippines and attempted to find the costs of a Flat Panel TV but the prices were so high that I figured I had better look elsewhere for help so here I am. What are others paying for a flat panel TV in the Manila area? If the prices that I saw at some of the sites are what everyone is forced to pay I just may have to forgo TV.Andre Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gold Heart Posted January 28, 2011 Posted January 28, 2011 I am still in the states but my move date in now set in stone as I purchased our tickets for Nov 7. I am starting to figure the costs of replacing those things that we are not going to bring with us and a television is on of them. I went on yahoo Philippines and attempted to find the costs of a Flat Panel TV but the prices were so high that I figured I had better look elsewhere for help so here I am. What are others paying for a flat panel TV in the Manila area? If the prices that I saw at some of the sites are what everyone is forced to pay I just may have to forgo TV.AndreElectronics are higher in the Philippines. I did buy a 42 Samsung LED when there at 1 1/2 to 2 times the cost found in the US. I bought from an Electronics store there and it came with delivey, set up, and installation. You could also look into buying used by checking the local Craig's list -- or find an ex-pat returning. I was able to fit a 21 inch LED in a Balikbyan box and sent one there. I bought the cheap Insigna brand sold in Best Buy -- I think made in China, it is dual voltage, cheap, and worked well there. You can't find these brands in stores there. Sometimes I used this TV as a monitor and was able to watch downloaded movies and Web TV from my laptop.I remember being where you are preparing to move. It is a lot of work and planning. Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forum Support Old55 Posted January 28, 2011 Forum Support Posted January 28, 2011 I am still in the states but my move date in now set in stone as I purchased our tickets for Nov 7. I am starting to figure the costs of replacing those things that we are not going to bring with us and a television is on of them. I went on yahoo Philippines and attempted to find the costs of a Flat Panel TV but the prices were so high that I figured I had better look elsewhere for help so here I am. What are others paying for a flat panel TV in the Manila area? If the prices that I saw at some of the sites are what everyone is forced to pay I just may have to forgo TV.AndreHi Andre,Here is a link to how we sent a large wide screen TV to Cebu it details the costs and savings. Big TV Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rudderless Posted January 28, 2011 Posted January 28, 2011 What about flying to a neighboring country and buying it there? Then checking it as luggage? Do you plan to travel to other areas while in RP? I do and that is how I intend on buying things like this. Bad idea?Cheers,Rudderless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Lee Posted January 28, 2011 Posted January 28, 2011 What about flying to a neighboring country and buying it there? Then checking it as luggage? Do you plan to travel to other areas while in RP? I do and that is how I intend on buying things like this. Bad idea?Cheers,Rudderless You will end up paying duties on it if they catch you bringing it in and duties can be 100% of what they say the value is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forum Support Old55 Posted January 28, 2011 Forum Support Posted January 28, 2011 What about flying to a neighboring country and buying it there? Then checking it as luggage? Do you plan to travel to other areas while in RP? I do and that is how I intend on buying things like this. Bad idea?Cheers,Rudderless"Bad Idea?" Maybe, I've brought in computers and other electronics in the past but always told the customs folks I had in in my checked luggage. What I have said is "Its for my Filipino family members living here". I've never had a problem in fact mostly get a big smile and on my way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gold Heart Posted January 28, 2011 Posted January 28, 2011 What about flying to a neighboring country and buying it there? Then checking it as luggage? Do you plan to travel to other areas while in RP? I do and that is how I intend on buying things like this. Bad idea?Cheers,Rudderless You will end up paying duties on it if they catch you bringing it in and duties can be 100% of what they say the value is. There is a risk, I agree but I am not sure how high it is. I brought my son's Playstation 3 and Wi in packed bags. The hard shell suitcase had a chalkmarked X on it as it came out of the carosel meaning it was marked for search. They must use scanning to check for electrical equipment. I simply told them it was for my personal use and I was so into games that I could not leave home with them. I've brought computers, etc. and I don't get checked most of the time ... but there is risk. It may help when the items are not new. .. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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