Sony Ericsson P1...
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Sony Ericsson P1...
So, with all the mini-orgasming over the iPhone, anyone here (aside from me) hyped about the Sony Ericsson P1...? 
<---- Ready to order one at launch.
http://www.sonyericsson.com/spg.jsp?...c3_1&prid=7951
<---- Ready to order one at launch.
http://www.sonyericsson.com/spg.jsp?...c3_1&prid=7951
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Here is a better place for pictures and impressions: http://www.gsmarena.com/sony_ericsson_p1-review-143.php
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Last edited by bud760; Jul 9, 2007 at 01:22 AM.
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BTW the P1 is now available for the same price as an iPhone 
http://cti-miami.com/categories/sony-ericsson/
http://cti-miami.com/categories/sony-ericsson/
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Originally Posted by bud760
BTW the P1 is now available for the same price as an iPhone
http://cti-miami.com/categories/sony-ericsson/
http://cti-miami.com/categories/sony-ericsson/
I'm kinda holding out for it to be available on www.tigerdirect.ca.
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Originally Posted by bud760
what's better buying from tiger direct? do they have warranty or something?
And sometimes, Tiger Direct has pretty good prices compared to other places...
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Originally Posted by Yumchah
Well, I wouldn't hafta pay an import tax for starters...
And sometimes, Tiger Direct has pretty good prices compared to other places...
And sometimes, Tiger Direct has pretty good prices compared to other places...
You should shop around more. TD may have competitive PC/Monitor pricing but thats it. PC parts and everything else in the store isn't really competitively priced.
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Originally Posted by dom
You should shop around more. TD may have competitive PC/Monitor pricing but thats it. PC parts and everything else in the store isn't really competitively priced.
Got some sites you'd recommend then...?
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Originally Posted by dom
Not too sure on cellphones since I always get mine direct from Rogers via upgrade or whatever. But ebay would be the first place I check.
What provider are you with?
What provider are you with?
But, we can call them Rogers more or less.
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Originally Posted by Yumchah
Fido.
But, we can call them Rogers more or less.
But, we can call them Rogers more or less.
Yup. Why not inquire about an upgrade if you're eligible? They usually shave off some $$ depending on your plan.
I love my SE W600i but its getting long in the tooth. I should look into this too. Any chance of using it as a GPS?
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Originally Posted by dom
Yup. Why not inquire about an upgrade if you're eligible? They usually shave off some $$ depending on your plan.
I love my SE W600i but its getting long in the tooth. I should look into this too. Any chance of using it as a GPS?
I love my SE W600i but its getting long in the tooth. I should look into this too. Any chance of using it as a GPS?
But, considering that I have yet to see the P990 even offered, I'm kinda wondering when and if the P1 will even land up here.
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Originally Posted by Yumchah
I'll ask.
But, considering that I have yet to see the P990 even offered, I'm kinda wondering when and if the P1 will even land up here.
But, considering that I have yet to see the P990 even offered, I'm kinda wondering when and if the P1 will even land up here.
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Good find. I just retired my P990i for the Crackberry Curve simply because of size. I have stood by SE phones for a while but I could not deal with the bulkiness of the P990i. It looks like I will be getting a new toy once this badboy comes out.
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Originally Posted by Yumchah
^ Well, just the fact that the P1 has an external battery makes it WAYYYYY better than the iPhone IMO.
from iPhone people...
from iPhone people...Just curious, why is that so significant? Never really understood why people make a big deal out of it (or rather, the lack of it on iPhone).
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Originally Posted by BEETROOT
Just curious, why is that so significant? Never really understood why people make a big deal out of it (or rather, the lack of it on iPhone).
My analogy to this is a printer. If toner runs out, I need to send the printer away to get the cartridge replaced...? C'mon! Sorry, as neat and cool-looking the iPhone is, the internal battery thing is a huge deal-breaker for me.
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Originally Posted by BEETROOT
I guess... but in ten years of owning a cell phone I have never had any reason to replace a battery.
Here's why:
You no longer have a mere cellphone. Don't forget why you spent the $$$ on the iPhone in the first place--for all of that extra funky functionality. You'll be playing with it more; listening to music, playing with the games, picture/image features, and so on. By doing all of that--drain on battery quicker which equates to more recharges.
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Good point. However... I put my iPhone to a good amount of use (video, music, email, web, phone, text) and it needs a full recharge about once every three days. At this rate thats a battery replacement once every 3 1/2 years or so.
Even if it had to be done every year, it would still be a worthy sacrifice (for me) due to the awesomeness of the rest of the phone. I'm not going to pass up on what I see as the best device available just because I might have to mail it out for 3 days a few years down the road. Plus the form factor of the thing without a battery door is slick.
For the record, I know I probably sound like I've been brainwashed by Apple with my recent iPhone posts. I rarely 'gush' about anything, and I probably have more posts on AZ bitching about gadgets I dislike than anyone else. I've put the iPhone through its paces though, and I really think it is that good.
Even if it had to be done every year, it would still be a worthy sacrifice (for me) due to the awesomeness of the rest of the phone. I'm not going to pass up on what I see as the best device available just because I might have to mail it out for 3 days a few years down the road. Plus the form factor of the thing without a battery door is slick.
For the record, I know I probably sound like I've been brainwashed by Apple with my recent iPhone posts. I rarely 'gush' about anything, and I probably have more posts on AZ bitching about gadgets I dislike than anyone else. I've put the iPhone through its paces though, and I really think it is that good.
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Originally Posted by BEETROOT
Good point. However... I put my iPhone to a good amount of use (video, music, email, web, phone, text) and it needs a full recharge about once every three days. At this rate thats a battery replacement once every 3 1/2 years or so.
Even if it had to be done every year, it would still be a worthy sacrifice (for me) due to the awesomeness of the rest of the phone. I'm not going to pass up on what I see as the best device available just because I might have to mail it out for 3 days a few years down the road. Plus the form factor of the thing without a battery door is slick.
For the record, I know I probably sound like I've been brainwashed by Apple with my recent iPhone posts. I rarely 'gush' about anything, and I probably have more posts on AZ bitching about gadgets I dislike than anyone else. I've put the iPhone through its paces though, and I really think it is that good.
Even if it had to be done every year, it would still be a worthy sacrifice (for me) due to the awesomeness of the rest of the phone. I'm not going to pass up on what I see as the best device available just because I might have to mail it out for 3 days a few years down the road. Plus the form factor of the thing without a battery door is slick.
For the record, I know I probably sound like I've been brainwashed by Apple with my recent iPhone posts. I rarely 'gush' about anything, and I probably have more posts on AZ bitching about gadgets I dislike than anyone else. I've put the iPhone through its paces though, and I really think it is that good.
Hands down, I think it is the neatest PDAphone device out there right now. From what I've read and seen of it's functions, there is nothing that can beat it. And honestly, if the battery thing is not an issue, then more power to you.
For me however, I give that issue more weight. And although the interface is likely not as earth-shattering, I think the P1 will probably give me the same type of overall functionality.
And as a slight added bonus, I know that not as many people will be carrying the P1...and so, there's the exclusivity of it as well.
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Originally Posted by BEETROOT
Good point. However... I put my iPhone to a good amount of use (video, music, email, web, phone, text) and it needs a full recharge about once every three days. At this rate thats a battery replacement once every 3 1/2 years or so.
Even if it had to be done every year, it would still be a worthy sacrifice (for me) due to the awesomeness of the rest of the phone. I'm not going to pass up on what I see as the best device available just because I might have to mail it out for 3 days a few years down the road. Plus the form factor of the thing without a battery door is slick.
For the record, I know I probably sound like I've been brainwashed by Apple with my recent iPhone posts. I rarely 'gush' about anything, and I probably have more posts on AZ bitching about gadgets I dislike than anyone else. I've put the iPhone through its paces though, and I really think it is that good.
Even if it had to be done every year, it would still be a worthy sacrifice (for me) due to the awesomeness of the rest of the phone. I'm not going to pass up on what I see as the best device available just because I might have to mail it out for 3 days a few years down the road. Plus the form factor of the thing without a battery door is slick.
For the record, I know I probably sound like I've been brainwashed by Apple with my recent iPhone posts. I rarely 'gush' about anything, and I probably have more posts on AZ bitching about gadgets I dislike than anyone else. I've put the iPhone through its paces though, and I really think it is that good.
that's cool you got an iphone man but not EVERYONE wants or needs to get one. yumchah wants a p1 that's his choice for whatever conclusion he came up with. whether he wants to replace his battery on his own or he wants to send mms. no need to be an iphone pusher
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Originally Posted by bud760
that's cool you got an iphone man but not EVERYONE wants or needs to get one. yumchah wants a p1 that's his choice for whatever conclusion he came up with. whether he wants to replace his battery on his own or he wants to send mms. no need to be an iphone pusher
is not pushing the iPhone here. He asked a good question...And frankly, who knows, I may just change my mind when I actually handle the Apple device since I'm so easily impressed with pretty pictures and features.
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Priced @ $525USD...not bad! Probably a purchase for me in September.
http://www.hi-mobile.net/Sony-Ericss...ully-Unlocked/
http://www.hi-mobile.net/Sony-Ericss...ully-Unlocked/
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If I had the bread I would have bought a P1
here they are for $519.99
http://www.hks-mobile.com/cart.php?t...category_id=67
here they are for $519.99
http://www.hks-mobile.com/cart.php?t...category_id=67
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^ Sorry, a what...?
http://www.hks-mobile.com/cart.php?t...category_id=79
2 co-workers have it (Rogers Tytn, similar to the 3300) and love it.
BTW Yummy check out the Private Sales section at www.redflagdeals.com/forums (Canada Only) for deals, new or used on phones.
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Originally Posted by dom
http://www.hks-mobile.com/cart.php?t...category_id=79
2 co-workers have it (Rogers Tytn, similar to the 3300) and love it.
BTW Yummy check out the Private Sales section at www.redflagdeals.com/forums (Canada Only) for deals, new or used on phones.
2 co-workers have it (Rogers Tytn, similar to the 3300) and love it.
BTW Yummy check out the Private Sales section at www.redflagdeals.com/forums (Canada Only) for deals, new or used on phones.
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the N95 does not have a stylus, but IMO, touch screen is not necessary. It does however work with my Microsoft Bluetooth Elite Keyboard for easy peasy emailing etc. the built in wireless b & g is a godsend for saving money in Canada on data charges.
The PDA aspect of this phone is amazing, i can open and edit MS Office docs, i can open PDFs, flash files etc, it's all possible. I can email with attachments, log into google calendar, use the gmail mobile app right on the phone too. There's pretty much nothing it can't do. And the sheer number of programs available for S60 makes it a no brainer IMO.
the 5mp camera is actually A LOT better than i thought it would be, some of the pics i've taken have blown me away.
The PDA aspect of this phone is amazing, i can open and edit MS Office docs, i can open PDFs, flash files etc, it's all possible. I can email with attachments, log into google calendar, use the gmail mobile app right on the phone too. There's pretty much nothing it can't do. And the sheer number of programs available for S60 makes it a no brainer IMO.
the 5mp camera is actually A LOT better than i thought it would be, some of the pics i've taken have blown me away.
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$595CDN here: http://www.puremobile.ca/Sony-Ericss...ver-GSM-Phone/
Anyone buy anything from Pure Mobile before...?
Anyone buy anything from Pure Mobile before...?