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Nokia's don't bounce terribly well.

Especially old crusty ones.

So, I'll be hitting up Vodafone for a new one.



I was wondering when the new Apple iPhone would be coming out, but I've been told by a certain rotten apple in the business that it won't be out here in Oz any time soon.

At the moment, I'm liking the SonyEricsson K850i.

So, what other phones should I be looking at?

I want something with at least 3.2mp camera, MP3 capability, bluetooth, speakerphone, small, reliable and robust (bouncing abilities optional)

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I was wondering when the new Apple iPhone would be coming out, but I've been told by a certain rotten apple in the business that it won't be out here in Oz any time soon.
Drop an iPhone and wave bubbye..

My pre-requisites (In order): 1. Size (smaller is better) 2. Clarity of voice (both ways) 3. Camera (>1mpix = handy) 4.  usb charging (ultra handy)  5. Drop-proof-ness.

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Dont know if it quite matches your requirements but the SE W880i (i think) looks tops. Its so thin (9.4mm) that it can break in your pocket but its very nifty. Its def got mp3s cos the "w' phones are walkman phones. Its got bluetooth as well but camera is on 2mp. Thing is with SE phones, its either mp3 or camera. Get a silicone condom for this phone will enhance its bouncing capability and wont be too think to carry in your pocket.

Samsung phones are alright. The U700 looks a bit girly but i dont mind their menu layout. This ones got 3.2mp camera and MP3.

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Ive got a Motorola v6. Its a fairly decent phone, but i like the K850i better.

If it were me, id go a K850i.

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I will be getting the k850i when it comes out.

Looks tops!

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Maybe another group buy?

I have known about the 850i since march this year, Its coming out soon, and I have a little buddy in hong-kong that delivers on time everytime.

I got the K810i, about 3 months now, and still not in aus.. I got it with a 1gb card - brand new for $498.00 - gonna retail in AUS for $755.00..

He is gining me constant updates on it, and the moment it comes out in Hong-Kong I will have it (end of next month he hopes)

Anyone in?

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http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p301/blak_b4/Picture2-1.png

Do you need two hand to hold it or is this guy got small hands?

Get a small phone you'll love it..

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I've got an N95.
Amazing 5mp Camera (dvd quality video is a reality!), email, pdf/xls/doc readers, games etc. Has GPS.
only downside, is bulky...to the point where with wallet/phone/keys I almost need a man-bag.

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note the italics for 'almost' (he has considered which manbag to get?)

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XXB4XX wrote:

Maybe another group buy?
I have known about the 850i since march this year, Its coming out soon, and I have a little buddy in hong-kong that delivers on time everytime.
I got the K810i, about 3 months now, and still not in aus.. I got it with a 1gb card - brand new for $498.00 - gonna retail in AUS for $755.00..
He is gining me constant updates on it, and the moment it comes out in Hong-Kong I will have it (end of next month he hopes)
Anyone in?
your little man got the delivery on a z750 or s500? i have been procrastinating about a new phone for months after mine quit from a doge repair after bouncing down the stairs like B1 and B2

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+2 for N95. About $570 in HK ATM.

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N95 would be great if it was 3/4 smaller but then again the screen is way too small for GPS use while driving.

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Ive got the Nokia 6110 navigator which is a bloody awesome phone. It only has a 2 megapixel camera though. I would also reccomend the N95, which is a bit more feature packed than the 6110, but the GPS isnt as good!

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Nokia N73

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samsung D900 FTW

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drip project wrote:

your little man got the delivery on a z750 or s500? i have been procrastinating about a new phone for months after mine quit from a doge repair after bouncing down the stairs like B1 and B2
not sure about the Z750, but he definitely has the s500, will find out tonight about prices etc..

whats your postcode for mailing of the phone?

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IMO Sony Ericsson wins hands down. The k850i looks awesome, I have a W850i and absolutely love it

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SOO081 wrote:

I was wondering when the new Apple iPhone would be coming out, but I've been told by a certain rotten apple in the business that it won't be out here in Oz any time soon.
The bad apple is right, no iPhones for Oz any time soon. I think I remember hearing mid next year but that might have been something else...

There's nothing the iphone can do that other smartphones on the market can't do though. Just like iPods, they do nothing new but are more widely marketed than existing products.

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SmartPhone > iPhone.

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i have a SE w850i. it's great. never had any battery problems like others do with SE batteries. not sure why you need 3mp cos you can get a decent digital camera with 5mp pretty cheap. plus if you're only taking quick photos to post on the internet or print at 6x4, anything over 1mp is fine.

i read the other day that iphone will be out in june 08 in a telstra-only deal.

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I own (I used that term very loosely) an 02 XDA Atom Exec.  I work int he telecoms industry and teach the stuff at final year univerity lecture.  DO NOT BOTHER WITH THESE PECES OF SHYTE.

I've had it for nearly a year and it's spen 5 months in the repair shop.  I've currently using my dad's old Nokia 3310.  It's smaller, easier to use and screen doesn't scratch after a week of scribing (or whatever you do with a stylus).  The screen recently cracked agan (3rd time) of it's own accord and now the repair place want another $250 to repair it and the phone is still under warranty.  I don't care at this point and just want a phone that works.

I'm looking at the Nokia 6800, but am very interested in other possibilities.

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Don't get a JasJam, don't get a JasJam, don't get a f*&*ing JasJam.

My 2c.

Mmmmmm, K850i do it!

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bumpidahhhh.

whatchyas reckon of the W960i?

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I live by the Samsung series of phones. I got my first Samsung about a year a go in very slim and skinny (fold out) I have dropped it countless times and its still going strong. My best mate he lives by them too as he is a builder and it gets knocked around a lot in his pocket at work but yet again still going strong.

I highly recommend the Samsungs they a very durable and neat little phones.

HOPE I HELPED big_smile

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eVolUTIoN_182 wrote:

I live by the Samsung series of phones. I got my first Samsung about a year a go in very slim and skinny (fold out) I have dropped it countless times and its still going strong. My best mate he lives by them too as he is a builder and it gets knocked around a lot in his pocket at work but yet again still going strong.
I highly recommend the Samsungs they a very durable and neat little phones.
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Sorry. Didn't help. But thanks for trying.

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