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[GobbledeeGoo]

So I've been trying to a score a webcam for a reasonable price and that seems to be near impossible right now. Been browsing passively for about week on the typical websites and nothing has changed. So I stumbled upon a website that was offering a deal I couldn't pass up. $80 roughly for the Razer Kiyo.

Webcam Web Cam Razer Kiyo Autofocus Ring Light Computer Online Streaming Webcam w/Mic

FULL CAMERA CONTROL: Enjoy full adjustment by switching between automatic and manual focus and adjusting brightness, contrast, saturation and white balance. You can also choose between different image presets. Create multiple profiles and save different looks for Razer Synapse 3 to meet your...

iamawitfirst.com

So naturally, I ordered it and there were some hiccups. I couldn't use my PayPal account to buy it, so I had to use my Credit Card and PayPal as a pass-through. The transaction doesn't show up on my PayPal activity feed, so I can't even dispute it through the site. Anyways, I decided to do some research after I made the order. I know, should have done it before, but...

Anyway, the site was created about a month ago through Shopify and the support email is a Gmail one. (Email:Middletonfacademick02121@gmail.com ). I purchased the webcam on Saturday and it's still in open order status.

I just needed a place to vent my stupidity. Thank you, NeoGAF for not being judgemental.

 

[Elder Legend]

Name of the website is just a whole red flag and the design of it just seems rushed out and pretty terrible. Also, that price difference is to hook you in most likely. Would never order from a website like this imo.

 

[-Arcadia-]

Good cautionary tale. If it is, live and learn, right?

 

[Stouffers]

I was about to comment this has nothing to do with Golfing but then re-read the title and discovered my reply would have been inappropriate.

 

[GobbledeeGoo]

Name of the website is just a whole red flag and the design of it just seems rushed out and pretty terrible. Also, that price difference is to hook you in most likely. Would never order from a website like this imo.

Well, the webcam was on sale for $99 for some time on multiple websites. Not an excuse, but yeah. The site was created using Shopify. Hopefully, I can contact them and dispute it.

 

[Husky]

I've talked to Shopify about scams before, and their support told me they don't handle support on behalf of anyone using their platform. (Wasn't a scam that got me, dw ;3)
If the product never arrives, try disputing the payment via your credit card company. It's always worked for me.

 

[GobbledeeGoo]

I've talked to Shopify about scams before, and their support told me they don't handle support on behalf of anyone using their platform. (Wasn't a scam that got me, dw ;3)
If the product never arrives, try disputing the payment via your credit card company. It's always worked for me.

Thanks for the tips. How long did you wait until you disputed the purchase? Their website says it takes about 3 days for an order to be processed and packaged for delivery. Today is day 3 of the workweek.

 

[Husky]

Thanks for the tips. How long did you wait until you disputed the purchase? Their website says it takes about 3 days for an order to be processed and packaged for delivery. Today is day 3 of the workweek.

In every case where I disputed a purchase (MoviePass & another subscription that auto-signed me up, and didn't have a page for unsubscribing), I spoke with the service's support before disputing the payment. In this case, you should probably give a short allowance for a late shipment, try reaching out to their support, and if you don't get a helpful response, dispute payment.
Your credit card might also require that you attempt communication with an outlet's support before revoking payment.

... also if that email's their only support line, then if they don't have your email already, maybe try a disposable address. Yopmail is my personal go-to, especially helpful since you can easily reuse the same email.

 

[JSoup]

I have that camera. Anything below $100 is a lie unless you've got a bunch of credit or something.

 

[GobbledeeGoo]

I have that camera. Anything below $100 is a lie unless you've got a bunch of credit or something.

How is it?

 

[JSoup]

How is it?

It's a good camera. Like really good. Way better than I thought I was getting.

 

[bucyou]

thanks OP i clicked on the link and now my dog has herpes

 

[GobbledeeGoo]

So an update: I received a confirmation the item was shipped and from China no less. I'm assuming it's a bootleg version of the camera. Will investigate when I get it. Managed to snag a proper razer kiyo off their website when stock was replenished so I'm giddy.

 

[DragoonWalker]

As they say, if it's too good to be true...

Still, glad you got the real thing in the end!

 

[GobbledeeGoo]

As they say, if it's too good to be true...

Still, glad you got the real thing in the end!

Yes! I'm just curious to see what piece of shit they send me from China.

 

[zeroFiveNine]

It's most probably legit, or refurbished. The price is correct for China.

649 yuan = ~90 usd

 

[Flying Toaster]

It's most probably legit, or refurbished. The price is correct for China.

649 yuan = ~90 usd

The most important thing to note OP is if this is legit you need those Kitty headphones as well.

 

[Robot Carnival]

I'm was gona go all "you're (probably) already dead scammed!" before I see they already shipped it. in any case, make sure to check how well it works and the condition of the cam once you get it.

 

[TheSadRanger]

Just go through the proper retailers, I got scammed ordering some Switch games from an online store that was actually listed on google shopping.

I've never filed a chargeback in over 10 years with my bank but when I did the claims department always takes a bias towards the merchants side even if you have proper evidence. It's bullshit really.

 

[Fbh]

Given how shady the site looks and how your items shipped from china I'm going to guess there's a 90% chance you'll get some bootleg version that looks very similar from the outside but is some cheap generic webcam on the inside

 

[GobbledeeGoo]

Given how shady the site looks and how your items shipped from china I'm going to guess there's a 90% chance you'll get some bootleg version that looks very similar from the outside but is some cheap generic webcam on the inside

Well, when I hook it up to my computer and check device settings. Will just refund if it is.