Are you thinking buying something online? through Amazon or any other online merchant?
other than movie tickets why don't you try to shop online next time when you want to buy something, who knows you can fetch a better deal!
Well you should try it ... I bought a flash trigger for S$32 where in Singapore selling for S$45+ in the shop...
I bought a screen protector from apple for S$25 where in Singapore selling for S$30 +
Dont afraid there's a first time for everything. Look around and be creative ... this apply if you are not rushing and don't mind about delivery time.
Some tips:
1. Be vigilant! hehe (sounds like mrt advertisement) Always look for a trusted online shop. such as amazon, etc ... how do you know? look at the website ... if the website seems ugly (sorry) and fishy better don't go for it and look for forum where people have bought something from it(do a search ... in google) - look for trusted sign like TrustE and etc
2. Use Paypal if possible, paypal offer you a second layer protection (I don't like give my credi card to online shop so if possible I'll use paypal) and Paypal comes with purchase protection ... click here to read more.
and when you checkout make sure the lock sign-SSL (security sign is displayed on your web browser)
3. There's a list of item prohibited to be sent to Singapore such as battery, liquid, etc - read it first!
4. Don't only look at the price of your item but also calculate the shipping fee (usually after you checkout they will give you the shipping fee which can cost you 10 USD or more ... ) you can look for free shipping as well.
if the price include the shipping fee and the difference is only +- S$5, in my opinion just buy it here ... not worth the time and effort.
5. Put your office as your mailing address, they usually send it to you during the business days.
6. Check other details such as warranty, return policy, handling, etc
7. Don't throw away your email notification for the purchase / delivery.. for proof in the future just in case
That's all that I can think off ... well the most important thing is to protect your personal info and your credit card!
I'll post again if I have anything to add.
Coming soon .... some of the online shop that you can trust
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