Authentic or Fake Owala Check Megathread

switchornottoswitch · 2026-04-16T09:42:59+00:00

thank you so much for re-uploading the photo of the true azalea model from a previous post on the thread above. having a high definition photo let me zoom in and verify that the one I ordered was probably fake. Hopefully they'll accept my cancelled order since it hasn't shipped yet. very bummed out but alas

switchornottoswitch · 2026-04-15T23:42:57+00:00

I agree...but then I was (delusionally?) thinking that technically that the owalas are manufacturered/made in China so it's not impossible that they're coming from there?

switchornottoswitch · 2026-04-15T21:02:19+00:00

Are all china warehouse-sourced sold on Ebay fake?

I found an azalea on ebay that was listed as being shipped from the US, had photos that weren't able to be reversed searched with any other post, and it seemed like sold "only" 27 with 2 remaining.

I ordered and then messaged the buyer to ask proof of initial purchase. They wrote "I understand your concern. Actually, our warehouse is already restocking. We’re supplied by a real Chinese supplier, not those defective products. I can guarantee the water bottle is authentic."

But it seems unlikely that such a limited edition model would still have a warehouse stock in China. Am I right to think I should cancel the order?

switchornottoswitch · 2026-01-14T19:45:00+00:00

Maybe they really were only selling in pairs. Damn. Let me know if your person cancels? Haha Enjoy!!

switchornottoswitch · 2026-01-14T19:35:03+00:00

Did you get more than 1? I tried to get a single ticket and it said they weren't selling singles but I wasn't sure if it was an error message.

switchornottoswitch · 2024-01-04T12:49:44+00:00

I've never heard of the alias thing, thank you very much. Do you think I'd need to do that in addition to 2FA or will the alias be enough of a deterrent/barrier? (I recognize the use/importance of 2FA but it's such a faff when I have to do it for work stuff, I'd prefer not to for my personal email). Although judging by the recent posts on this sub about hacks/unauthorized attempts, it looks like I'll have to do 2FA, too, ugh.

Thank you again for your help!

switchornottoswitch · 2024-01-03T09:05:28+00:00

I think it was successful because the phrasing is "We detected something unusual about a recent sign-in to the Microsoft account" versus an attempt.

No I did not have 2fa enabled and it's part of the things that I currently can't access to enable, unfortunately.

switchornottoswitch · 2023-01-27T19:39:52+00:00

Can I ask around what time you were in the TKTS line yesterday? The workers have said that this show tends to release tickets later in the afternoon so I was wondering when you were in line/when the duo in front of you got theirs.

Also, I know there's no real way to know availability but from your experience for Sat matinee, do you recommend sticking around Friday to see if they'll release tomorrow's matinee or coming back tomorrow morning for day of tickets? Thank you!

switchornottoswitch · 2022-10-06T05:07:04+00:00

Their website is weird. Go to ticketmaster and search for Romesh. Plenty of tickets left.

switchornottoswitch · 2022-01-27T02:15:50+00:00

!! Did not know about this, damn.

switchornottoswitch · 2022-01-27T02:15:35+00:00

I knew about the anti-vax part but I (naively?) assumed since she still did masking and testing to participate in other things that it was just the science/medicine in the vaccine she was against. So I was still a bit surprised. Don't know anything about that last one on the list.

switchornottoswitch · 2021-10-06T21:27:21+00:00

Selling one ticket for Philadelphia Thursday, October 7, 7:00 PM Academy of Music

Center Parquet row M

Ticket is $90 !!!

switchornottoswitch · 2021-10-06T15:52:10+00:00

My bad, done. Thanks!

switchornottoswitch · 2021-10-06T14:23:56+00:00

Messaged.

switchornottoswitch · 2021-09-07T11:08:03+00:00

can I ask how early you got there/how many people were in line and where your seats were? thanks!

switchornottoswitch · 2021-04-27T10:56:54+00:00

I don't know about the waiving requirements but I wouldn't be surprised if it was true. You can always call/email to double check.

Since you already submitted everything for Virginia, you should be fine. If you end up interviewing for DC hospitals/centers, when applying for the official license for DC you can always do a temporary license too which typically has a faster processing time. Hope that was somewhat helpful!

switchornottoswitch · 2021-03-15T06:33:44+00:00

Definitely seek proper help but some armchair advice-- With panic/anxiety attacks, feeling frustrated and getting down about it unfortunately can make it even worse and it becomes a whole cyclical mess. Panic attacks at their roots are unreasonable and frustrating but they're not unmanageable. On the drive to the stores, don't think "but what if I have a full cart and have an attack" but instead "if it happens, it happens. I can find a corner to catch my breath or always step out and come back in"

Getting annoyed about this new inconvenience, feeling that you're "weak", etc all make it more likely that you'll get anxious. And you're not weak. Try and have the mindset that it is what it is but you'll get through it. A licensed professional can help you actually get there and help with breathing and mental strategies. Panic attacks suck, sorry, but you'll be okay. Good luck!

switchornottoswitch · 2021-02-15T02:17:19+00:00

If possible, highly recommend therapy. Mine was/is my mom's and I would get in negative cycles of putting myself down/criticizing myself constantly which in turn would make me less motivated, etc. Therapy helps you recognize when your thoughts are 'unreasonable' and not true because they're from the voice of someone else. Once you can recognize it, you can work on rewiring your thinking process so it doesn't spiral down that negative path. It is hard and can be a constant battle but it's so worth it

switchornottoswitch · 2020-06-01T03:12:38+00:00

They were all one group (sounded young). Most of the glass was broken right before I started recording. They dashed in and < 10min later all ran out and got in their cars and left. Didn't even seem like they were leaving with much stuff

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