not me but there was someone who had an HOX.Quote:
Originally Posted by Big Ben
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not me but there was someone who had an HOX.Quote:
Originally Posted by Big Ben
I am looking at the Samsung Ace, Nokia Lumia 610 and the Nokia Asha 311, as these three appear to be at the reasonable price range that I can afford. So if anyone can provide information on these, I'd be grateful.
Don't buy Asha, Valve, as it's got Nokia's proprietary OS and that's outdated now compared to newer options. However if it's a cheap, solid phone you're after, and not a smartphone with latest apps and stuff, then that's fine I guess.Quote:
Originally Posted by Valve Bounce
Both Galaxy Ace and Lumia 610 are good for that price range, and both with more recent operating systems.
Just a suggestion, if your budget is around $200+ for a phone anyway, why not add a tad more and go for the LG Google Nexus 4?
Nexus 4
Google's Nexus 4: Understanding your carrier options | Computerworld Blogs
Google Nexus 4 review | Phone Reviews | TechRadar
That is if you can get your hands on it. Heard it sold out in under an hour in the UK and Australia - Google Nexus 4 sells out in less than an hour | News | TechRadar
It's tremendous value for money, almost unreal for what it offers. One of the best hardware on any phone in the market right now, with the latest Android OS. And since it's part of the Google's official Nexus line, you'll be the first to get any new OS update. Food for thought.
How does this compare with the Google Nexus7? :nexus 7 - Search for nexus 7 - Google Nexus 7 (8GB)Quote:
Originally Posted by CaptainRaiden
Is this the same thing?
Probably not :(
Google Nexus 7 is a 7 inch tablet.Quote:
Originally Posted by Valve Bounce
Google Nexus 4 is a 4.5 inch smartphone.
:)
:mad:Quote:
Originally Posted by henners88
Yeah, but you called it a mobile phone, when it is quite clearly a "Smart" phone. :cool:
When will you learn Watson...
:p
The Nexus 4 is an incredible phone, and it's a wonder it's not more highly publicised. It's the equal of an iPhone in most respects, with a few minor drawbacks and advantages over the Apple, but it's damn near half the price.
I only have two words to say to that, Sony Odin.Quote:
Originally Posted by henners88
Incidentally while HTC sales are dropping through the floor, Sony sales are stealthily climbing to the extent that they will be the third biggest smartphone maker this year after Samsung and Apple. Objectively HTC products IMO are slightly better than their Sony counterparts so it does tell you about the increasing disconnect between product quality and sales.
Tbh I wouldn't go for a Lumia 610. It's the absolute bottom of the range Windows Phone. I love the OS, but wouldn't go bargain basement.Quote:
Originally Posted by Valve Bounce
Ben, I've got an HTC one x and I'm a big fan. I reckon it does pretty much everything a S3 will do, in a nicer package IMO. I prefer the HTC interface to Samsung's. The only downsides are the lack of removable memory, but its 32gb onboard and I've had no issues. The other is the battery life, which is less than sparkling. On light use it is fine, but some internet, app and music use and I get about 12hrs. That's fine for e as I use the USB cable at my desk at work which is when it gets most use. I gather there is an upgraded version of the phone now with a stronger battery and 4g. However I'm very happy and prefer this to friends s3's and iPhone 5's.
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Hi Daniel,Quote:
Originally Posted by Daniel
I am not after a top end smart phone; basically I am after something for my wife and she wants a full screen keyboard, and I willprobably take over her 6 years old Nokia for awhile, which is very small but has no camera nor computer usage. That is why a Nokia Lumia, although it is bottom of the range, probably far exceeds her requirements as it has a 5 MP camera, and some computer usage.
The smart phones are controlled in price in the bottom to mid range stuff by pre-paid phones offered by Telstra. viz. their stuff is around $40 cheaper than the unlocked phones on the market.
If I do go for a better phone for myself next year, then the Google Nexus 4 sounds like a good deal.
xperia go , okay phone...would have loved a bit more of RAM tbh , but reliable phone , hardly ever crashes , the ICS updates by sony are really good and glitch free
Wait a minute!! I just found this: Sony XPERIA U SmartPhone Kumquat ST25i ST 25i - BLACK + FREE GIFT + FREE RETURN - Techrific Australia -Quote:
Originally Posted by harsha
and this:Sony Xperia U 4GB (FREE INSURANCE + 1 YEAR AUSTRALIAN WARRANTY) Discounted Digital SLR Cameras, Discounted Unlocked Mobile Phones Online Store @ BecexTech Australia | We Bring You The Latest Technology
where I can get the Xperia for $139 online here. Can somebody please comment on this. It looks good.
Thanks for that.Quote:
Originally Posted by Robinho
How's the sound?
My carrier only sells the white version. I understand keeping it clean is a bit of an issue.
Quote:
Originally Posted by Robinho
There is an uppgraded version of the HOX called HOX+ which have 64gb memory, larger battery and a few more "news" compared to the regular HOX.
Keen On I like Wozniak and he brings up some great points about Apple and Microsoft.
OK! I am totally confused. If I just type Nokia Lumia 710 on Google search, Ican get the price right down to $134 here:Nokia Lumia 710 3G Windows Smart Phone - Black Pink + FREE GIFT + FREE RETURN PO - Techrific Australia -
Now this sounds like a bloody terrific deal. Can someone please comment on this.
......and the Nexus 4 was completely sold out within minutes all over the world. This must be one helluva mobile phone. OK! I'll wait till next month and see what happens on the Nexus 4.
There are a lot of scammers out there. Especially with mobile phone sales. So be careful.
@ Valve B, take a look at this:
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Tangent time: I enabled Google Now a couple of weeks ago and thought it was utterly useless. However, now that it's got to know me I can't decide if it's slightly creepy or just plain brilliant. It's like having a slightly ropey psychic* in your pocket, who offers directions and travel information before I set off, and tells me about places as I arrive at them. It needs a lot of refining but it's shaping up to be incredibly useful.
*All psychics are ropey, it's clearly balderdash, but you get the point!
I guess if Google or LG spent as much money on publicity and marketing as Apple or Samsung do, then the handset will no longer be this cheap, and will fall somewhere around the Galaxy S3 range.Quote:
Originally Posted by Dave B
Samsung gets about £50-70 more for an S3 than LG gets for the Nexus 4. That gap is far too large to be accounted for by marketing, the cost of which would be spread throughout the entire Samsung range anyway.Quote:
Originally Posted by CaptainRaiden
Unless Google/LG are dumping which would get them into serious legal problems all the Nexus 4 price illustrates is the ridiculously high premium Samsung/HTC/Sony et al charge for their flagship phones.
Well, you could be right!. The difference in price is even greater here in Oz, as the Samsung is very popular.Quote:
Originally Posted by Malbec
I am also aware that there is a thriving market here for fake brand name mobile phones here in Oz. I just found an advert for two i5's here in Melbourne for $119. I would guess that they are either stolen, or fake and probably don't work.
When I do make my move, I willprobably pay a little more and get a phone from a reputable out let.
OK! I have been looking at the LGNexus 4, and at $300 it seems like a good deal. However, I note that it does not come with 4G LTE, not that I have the faintest idea what that is. However, can you guys please tell me how serious this lack of 4G LTE is.Thanks!
What's your 4G coverage like over there, and what are the networks' expansion plans? Without decent coverage there's no point having 4G, but if you're planning on keeping the handset for a few years there's no harm in futureproofing yourself. Here in the UK there's currently only one network offering 4G, and that's only in a few major towns, and even then the coverage is patchy.Quote:
Originally Posted by Valve Bounce
I suspect that like many features it's one of those things you'll only appreciate once you've used it. 3G speeds are decent enough for most purposes, but if you're planning on streaming media then you'll soon need fast(er) connections and uncapped data. Personally I like keeping my music and video on the device itself, others prefer the cloud which leaves you reliant on a decent signal.
There's a suggestion that actually the Nexus4 does have LTE hardware, but that it's not currently enabled. It's just about conceivable that a firmware update could switch this feature on, but certainly don't base a purchasing decision around that possibility!Quote:
Originally Posted by Valve Bounce
iFixit tears apart the Nexus 4, finds surprise LTE chip | Ars Technica
Thanks a lot. I think that only Telstra has 4G here, but I am with Optus. Anyway, I will confirm this tomorrow. I won't be using the phone for streaming anyway, as I have an Ultrabook for that.Quote:
Originally Posted by Dave B
One thing I find dodgy about 4G contracts (apart from the patchy and sometimes non-existent coverage) is that the download limits are based on 3G usage rates. If you use 4G as the networks intend with lots of streaming etc the bills are likely to go through the roof as traditional monthly limits like 1 and 2GB prove insufficient.Quote:
Originally Posted by Dave B
Well quite, lots of reports saying people go through their data limit in 5 minutes! :eek:
It doesn't help that quite often your phone / tablet will optomise a video stream according to the speed available. So it sees you've got a fast connection and sends a lot more data to up the quality, meaning you burn through your allowance even faster.
I am one of those lucky ones that got unlimited data with AT&T for a great price when this all started. The cool thing is that the deal carries through as I renew the contract.
I am spared the pain of going through my allotted stash every month.
I'm not rubbing it in. :)
Google faces 'perfect storm' of legal action from EC and United States FTC | Technology | guardian.co.uk
Google looks set for a big series of legal showdowns across pretty much all fronts in both Europe and the US.
From a phone point of view Motorola's refusal to grant standards essential patents to Microsoft and Apple is likely to land them in big trouble, as would a finding that providing Android for free is anti-competitive. Lots at stake here.
Why is it impossible?
Anyway Mr. Sam Sung working for Apple. People say "Why not use Samuel Sung", why should he? Same as a friend of mine goes by Tom Jones rather than Thomas Jones - why? Because that's his name.
The truth has always been though that they all sue each other.Quote:
Originally Posted by henners88
Google is in bigger trouble though as they are being looked into by regulators who have serious powers to punish them with fines or force them to change their entire corporate behaviour as the Guardian article shows. Motorola's behaviour also goes much further than Apple, Samsung, Microsoft or just about any other manufacturer in terms of being aggressive in using their patents. The patents they are refusing other companies to use are essential to comply with standards so their behaviour will interest anyone interested in ensuring a free market.
If it was up to me I'd like to see Google, Apple and a few other companies looked into for the way they harvest and use personal information. I'm sure that with the masses they have on us they would infringe some laws and regulations here or in the US.
Jolla mobile will announce their new OS the Sailfish tomorrow,announcement time is Wed. 21st, 11:15 FIN/EET (10:15 CET, 9:15 GMT). You can follow it live from http://www.livestream.com/slush2012mainprogram
This one for Daniel
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature...&v=yDEahsoa_N4
VB I think Optus have 4G now as well, although neither theirs or Telstra's works much outside the main CBD's and only stretches into a few wider metro areasQuote:
Originally Posted by Valve Bounce
Sound is fantastic - it come with the preloaded Beats Audio software with does a decent job of enhancing sound quality, plus I got mine with the free Beats Solo headphone. Sure they make me look a tool, but the music sounds great, although they are not so good when you are walking as your footsteps echo if you're wearing shoes not trainers. I also have the white one, I have had no issues with cleanliness so far, but as its a pretty big phone it lives in my pocket on its own when on the move. The gorilla glass is great, no marks after 4 months as I hate those sticky plastic screen protectors - you buy an awesome phone with a nice display and then cover it up with a 50p piece of crap to stop it getting scratchedQuote:
Originally Posted by Big Ben
Well, thanks again. I've just ordered it. Can't wait to get my hands on it. :DQuote:
Originally Posted by Robinho
Just read an article in today's paper that Samsung are developing a new type of phone that is so small,light,and flexible that it can be placed and folded in a wallet. It can be out as early as next year.
Darn it! That means I'll lose my phone and wallet at the same time!