They say that "Imitation is the highest form of flattery"
but some guys take the PI$$.
Here are a few examples of no-brainers who think using my identity will be good
for them:
It has come to my attention that a rogue trader is selling on
Amazon and ebay under the name
"DreamboxSatstore" and "satstoredotcodotuk LTD".
This seller has no connection with SatStore UK Ltd or myself, despite trying to
use my name.
Amazon traders "DreamboxSatstore" "satstoredotcodotuk LTD"
Steven Ellis in Dunstable Luton
is advertising for sale fake counterfeit clone receivers.
I suggest you do not buy fake boxes from DreamboxSatstore or satstoredotcodotuk
LTD on Amazon or ebay,
buy from the genuine source www.satstore.co.uk
only.
Two new companies have now been registered with the sole aim
to cause confusion in the market.
Please be warned that "Dreambox Satstore UK Ltd" and
"satstore.co.uk Ltd" and their website
www.thesatboxshop.com have no connection with Mark Hemming's "Satstore (UK) Ltd".
Companies have been registered by clone counterfeit dreambox sellers Mick
Steed
mickdreamsteed@googlemail.com
and satboxshop@gmail.com Michael Gearty of
Luton,
pineapplesatstore@gmail.com
07875619034 Steven Ellis of Luton.
Counterfeit sellers thesatboxshop.com always use google email addresses and
google checkout.
Genuine sellers www.satstore.co.uk never
use anonymous methods
Another copy-cat " www.the-sat-store.co.uk " has no
connection with www.satstore.co.uk
Nick Squires of Leighton Buzzard (ex cam-sats) obviously couldn't think of his own website
name !
And another " www.satstore.tv " has no
connection with www.satstore.co.uk
Counterfeit products from Scott O'Connell WebTek Media Limited,
who obviously couldn't think of his own website
name either !
There's more.. " www.uksatstore.com " has no
connection with www.satstore.co.uk
Counterfeit products and an illegal card share, hiding under a
PrivacyProtect cloak :-(
Lance Winslow says:
"Some people simply observe something, think it's easy and copy it.
Little do they know that there are many little fine details along the way, that
will render the activity a failure if they are not implemented.
Additionally, anything that is good in life is not easy, and those who copy
everything without thinking it through generally are lazy folks,
so they steal ideas or imitate rather than innovate. And due to this problematic
lazy trait they end up failing. Too bad for them!"
The following is a list of "Customers" and
"Traders" who have attempted or succeeded in taking advantage
of my good nature. Most of them use Fake Names, Credit Card numbers or
addresses.
If any of the details seem familiar I suggest you exercise extreme caution, or
avoid completely.
N.Lewis, London SE8 - Credit Card chargeback. Still owes 197.35GBP
A.Marchetti, Bologna, Italy - Credit Card chargeback. Still owes 985.83GBP
Lords Vard ( vardly@mail.com ), attempted an overpayment/refund SCAM, stay well clear
John Ferguson, Preston area - AKA Dreamsats
/ jaffergu / dbspider on forums
Ordered goods on Invoice and never paid, still owes 2247.20GBP - Passed to debt
collectors
Ian Beech, Communication Services, Congleton
Ordered goods on invoice, cheque returned unpaid, still owes £2914.00 - Passed
to debt collectors
NEWS 10.06.2009
Dream announces launch of new verification system
Dream-Multimedia has developed an innovative verification system for its customers.
A plug-in can be started on the Dreambox, which will display a verification number.
This number can then be entered on our website to obtain immediate information
about whether or not you have an original Dreambox or a forgery.
For this reason, we will forgo the Dream security holograms on our receivers and packaging from now on.
With this measure we want to continuously optimise our customer support and avoid uncertainties in the
future
http://www.dream-multimedia-tv.de/en/authenticity-test
NEWS 12.11.2009
Lünen, 12. November 2009. Dream Multimedia, the leading
supplier of Linux based set-top boxes, is pleased to report
further successes in its actions against importers and vendors of so-called
cloned, or pirated Dreamboxes.
These clones are similar in appearance to the original boxes, but do not provide
the stable performance Dreamboxes are known for.
In recent weeks, Dream has been successful in having several
consignments impounded, resulting in the destruction of a large number of
clones.
The actions by Dream are not restricted to Germany. Importers and vendors of
Dreambox clones have also been uncovered in
Portugal, Spain and Poland. On the one hand, Dream is cooperating with local
authorities, and on the other hand is supported by
numerous trade partners, who also have an interest in stopping the trade with
clones. Such a partnership on a global level exists
with the online auction platform Ebay. Other supportive partners include the
online marketplace Ricardo in Switzerland and Allegro in Poland.
Dreambox customers can now verify the authenticity of their
set-top box, using the new verification system.
A verification code is generated using a plug-in that is available for the
DM8000 HD PVR DVD, the DM800 HD PVR, the DM600 PVR and the DM7025+ models.
This code is then entered on the Dream homepage (www.dream-multimedia-tv.de/en/authenticity-test).
It is that simple to verify the authenticity of your Dreambox.
Dream spokesperson Alpaslan Karasu: "Together with our
partners, such as Ebay, for example, we have succeeded in showing up
numerous importers and vendors of Dreambox clones. These vendors now face hefty
fines.
The new proof of authenticity gives our customers absolute certainty that they
have purchased an original quality product backed by our company, and not a
clone".
NEWS 18.01.2011
Dream Multimedia, the leading supplier of Linux-based set-top boxes,
continues to pursue vigorously all merchants attempting to market
pirated copies of the DM500. In Poland, the manufacturer of the Dreambox
achieved three convictions, against two companies and a private person.
The Polish company Visoduck, based in Warsaw, was convicted and sentenced to
a payment equivalent to more than 50.000 Euros to Dream.
In addition, the company Telcomnet from Radom will have to pay just on 6.000
Euros to Dream.
In both cases, the court in Warsaw found the companies had sold cloned boxes of
the DM500 commercially.
At this stage, both companies can still appeal against the convictions.
No further appeal is possible against the finding of a higher court in Warsaw
in the case of a private person who attempted to import
150 cloned DM500 receivers into Poland.
Customs officials confiscated the satellite receivers to ensure they did not go
into circulation.
The person concerned now has to bear the costs for the destruction of the
pirated copies.
Where customers note poor product quality or exceptionally low prices, they
should always be suspicious.
What looks like a bargain may well be a low-quality clone.
Dreambox customers can use the verification system at www.dream-multimedia-tv.de/en/authenticity-test
to confirm they have purchased an original.
Dream spokesperson Alpaslan Karasu:
"The success in Poland has strengthened our resolve to continue to pursue
everybody who attempts to bring pirated copies of our Dreamboxes
into circulation by all legal means. I can only advise consumers not to fall for
such so-called bargains.
Only the originals produced by Dream Multimedia will provide the expected high
quality.“
We (Dream Multimedia GmbH) are going to institute legal
proceedings against all vendors of these forgeries.
This is also for the sake of protecting our retailers.
If you can provide us with information pertaining to vendors of forgeries,
please feel free to contact us via e-mail:
plagiate@dream-multimedia-tv.de
http://www.dreambox.org.uk - Sells counterfeit clone
Dreamboxes from China
Appears to be UK based dealer at first glance, but is in fact registered in
China.
These products are not genuine and have no Dream Multimedia support or warranty
We (Dream Multimedia GmbH) are going to institute legal
proceedings against all vendors of these forgeries.
http://www.dreambox-500c.co.uk
- Sells counterfeit clone Dreamboxes from China
Appears to be UK based dealer at first glance, but is in fact registered in
China.
These products are not genuine and have no Dream Multimedia support or warranty
We (Dream Multimedia GmbH) are going to institute legal
proceedings against all vendors of these forgeries.
http://www.dreambox500c.org.uk
- Sells counterfeit clone Dreamboxes from China
Appears to be UK based dealer at first glance, but is in fact registered in
China.
These products are not genuine and have no Dream Multimedia support or warranty
We (Dream Multimedia GmbH) are going to institute legal
proceedings against all vendors of these forgeries.
http://www.dreamboxshops.co.uk
- Sells counterfeit clone Dreamboxes from China
Appears to be UK based dealer at first glance, but is in fact registered in
China.
These products are not genuine and have no Dream Multimedia support or warranty
We (Dream Multimedia GmbH) are going to institute legal
proceedings against all vendors of these forgeries.
http://www.satellite-receiver.co.uk
- Sells counterfeit clone Dreamboxes from China
Appears to be UK based dealer at first glance, but is in fact registered in
China.
These products are not genuine and have no Dream Multimedia support or warranty
We (Dream Multimedia GmbH) are going to institute legal
proceedings against all vendors of these forgeries.
http://www.dreambox-cable.co.uk
- Sells counterfeit clone Dreamboxes from China
Appears to be UK based dealer at first glance, but is in fact registered in
China.
These products are not genuine and have no Dream Multimedia support or warranty
We (Dream Multimedia GmbH) are going to institute legal
proceedings against all vendors of these forgeries.
http://www.dm500c.co.uk
- Sells counterfeit clone Dreamboxes from China
Appears to be UK based dealer at first glance, but is in fact registered in
China.
These products are not genuine and have no Dream Multimedia support or warranty
We (Dream Multimedia GmbH) are going to institute legal
proceedings against all vendors of these forgeries.
http://www.dreamboxmagic.co.uk
- Sells counterfeit clone Dreamboxes from China
These products are not genuine and have no Dream Multimedia support or warranty
We (Dream Multimedia GmbH) are going to institute legal
proceedings against all vendors of these forgeries.
http://www.dreambox-seller.com
- Sells counterfeit clone Dreamboxes from China
These products are not genuine and have no Dream Multimedia support or warranty
We (Dream Multimedia GmbH) are going to institute legal
proceedings against all vendors of these forgeries.
http://www.dreamboxdeals.com
- Sells counterfeit clone Dreamboxes from China
These products are not genuine and have no Dream Multimedia support or warranty
We (Dream Multimedia GmbH) are going to institute legal
proceedings against all vendors of these forgeries.
http://www.dvbseller.com
- Sells counterfeit clone Dreamboxes from China
These products are not genuine and have no Dream Multimedia support or warranty
We (Dream Multimedia GmbH) are going to institute legal
proceedings against all vendors of these forgeries.
http://www.satsun.biz
- Sells counterfeit clone Dreamboxes from China
These products are not genuine and have no Dream Multimedia support or warranty
We (Dream Multimedia GmbH) are going to institute legal
proceedings against all vendors of these forgeries.
They even state "we "SatSun" have a strict NO
RETURNS policy for any product.
Under no circumstance can the unsuitable items regards to change in preference
or bought in error
can the product be returned for an exchange, or a cash refund" -
nice one!
http://www.linuxsat.co.uk
- Sells counterfeit clone Dreamboxes from China
These products are not genuine and have no Dream Multimedia support or warranty
We (Dream Multimedia GmbH) are going to institute legal
proceedings against all vendors of these forgeries.
http://www.dvbmonkey.com
- Sells counterfeit clone Dreamboxes from China
These products are not genuine and have no Dream Multimedia support or warranty
We (Dream Multimedia GmbH) are going to institute legal
proceedings against all vendors of these forgeries.
http://www.farango.com
- Sells counterfeit clone Dreamboxes from China
These products are not genuine and have no Dream Multimedia support or warranty
We (Dream Multimedia GmbH) are going to institute legal
proceedings against all vendors of these forgeries.
http://www.farango.co.uk
- Sells counterfeit clone Dreamboxes from China
These products are not genuine and have no Dream Multimedia support or warranty
We (Dream Multimedia GmbH) are going to institute legal
proceedings against all vendors of these forgeries.
http://www.satandcable.co.uk
- Sells counterfeit clone Dreamboxes from China
These products are not genuine and have no Dream Multimedia support or warranty
We (Dream Multimedia GmbH) are going to institute legal
proceedings against all vendors of these forgeries.
http://www.satandcable.com
- Sells counterfeit clone Dreamboxes from China
These products are not genuine and have no Dream Multimedia support or warranty
We (Dream Multimedia GmbH) are going to institute legal
proceedings against all vendors of these forgeries.
http://www.dreamboxshop.org
- Sells counterfeit clone Dreamboxes from China
These products are not genuine and have no Dream Multimedia support or warranty
We (Dream Multimedia GmbH) are going to institute legal
proceedings against all vendors of these forgeries.
http://www.ubattery.co.uk
- Sells counterfeit clone Dreamboxes from China
These products are not genuine and have no Dream Multimedia support or warranty
We (Dream Multimedia GmbH) are going to institute legal
proceedings against all vendors of these forgeries.
http://www.ds-card.org
- Sells counterfeit clone Dreamboxes from China
These products are not genuine and have no Dream Multimedia support or warranty
We (Dream Multimedia GmbH) are going to institute legal
proceedings against all vendors of these forgeries.
http://www.dreamboxsales.co.uk
- Sells counterfeit clone Dreamboxes from China
These products are not genuine and have no Dream Multimedia support or warranty
We (Dream Multimedia GmbH) are going to institute legal
proceedings against all vendors of these forgeries.
http://www.dreambox.me.uk
- Sells counterfeit clone Dreamboxes from China
These products are not genuine and have no Dream Multimedia support or warranty
This site looks to be run by Linuxsat after closing down his linuxsat.co.uk
We (Dream Multimedia GmbH) are going to institute legal
proceedings against all vendors of these forgeries.
http://aspleysatellite.co.uk
- Sells counterfeit clone Dreamboxes from China
These products are not genuine and have no Dream Multimedia support or warranty
This site looks to be run by Linuxsat after closing down his linuxsat.co.uk
We (Dream Multimedia GmbH) are going to institute legal
proceedings against all vendors of these forgeries.
http://dreamboxparts.com-
Sells counterfeit clone Dreamboxes from China
These products are not genuine and have no Dream Multimedia support or warranty
This site looks to be run by Linuxsat after closing down his linuxsat.co.uk
We (Dream Multimedia GmbH) are going to institute legal
proceedings against all vendors of these forgeries.
http://satronics.co.uk
- Sells counterfeit clone Dreamboxes from China
These products are not genuine and have no Dream Multimedia support or warranty
We (Dream Multimedia GmbH) are going to institute legal
proceedings against all vendors of these forgeries.
http://ukdreamshop.co.uk
- Sells counterfeit clone Dreamboxes from China
These products are not genuine and have no Dream Multimedia support or warranty
We (Dream Multimedia GmbH) are going to institute legal
proceedings against all vendors of these forgeries.
http://www.thesatboxshop.com
- Sells counterfeit clone Dreamboxes from China
These products are not genuine and have no Dream Multimedia support or warranty
We (Dream Multimedia GmbH) are going to institute legal
proceedings against all vendors of these forgeries.
http://www.satfooldeals.co.uk
- Sells counterfeit clone Dreamboxes from China
These products are not genuine and have no Dream Multimedia support or warranty
We (Dream Multimedia GmbH) are going to institute legal
proceedings against all vendors of these forgeries.
http://www.satstore.tv
- WebTek Media Limited Sells counterfeit clone Dreamboxes from China
These products are not genuine and have no Dream Multimedia support or warranty
We (Dream Multimedia GmbH) are going to institute legal
proceedings against all vendors of these forgeries.
http://www.61center.com
- Sells counterfeit clone Dreamboxes from China branded DreamLine
These products are not genuine and have no Dream Multimedia support or warranty
We (Dream Multimedia GmbH) are going to institute legal
proceedings against all vendors of these forgeries.
http://www.uksatstore.com
- Sells counterfeit clone Dreamboxes from China
These products are not genuine and have no Dream Multimedia support or warranty
We (Dream Multimedia GmbH) are going to institute legal
proceedings against all vendors of these forgeries.
http://www.firstelectric.co.uk
- Sells counterfeit clone Dreamboxes from China
These products are not genuine and have no Dream Multimedia support or warranty
We (Dream Multimedia GmbH) are going to institute legal
proceedings against all vendors of these forgeries.
http://www.sattcards.com
- Sells counterfeit clone Infinity USB programmers from China
These products are not genuine and have no support or warranty
These clone programmers are blacklisted and are rendered useless on connection!
http://new.satronics.co.uk
- Sells counterfeit clone Dreamboxes from China
These products are not genuine and have no Dream Multimedia support or warranty
We (Dream Multimedia GmbH) are going to institute legal
proceedings against all vendors of these forgeries.
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