iPhone 3G[s] - Page 4

Belmit · 09-06-2009, 10:41

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Originally Posted by Matblack

Hmmmm

This interests me, the resale value on these is still pretty high after a year, if I buy one then I get all the data I want for a year and I just pay for my calls and texts then after a year I sell it and buy another. Effectively £35/ month + calls and I can get out anytime, that actually doesn't seem too bad.

Another plus (IIRC, as I haven't had mine 12 months yet) is that the £10 a month is still credit. In effect you aren't paying for the internet you're just meeting a minimum requirement for having it. You can still use that £10 for calls and texts (or overseas data transfer, which is horribly overpriced at something like £6 a MB).

Desmo · 09-06-2009, 09:59

One minute I like the idea of an iPhone, the next I realise I like playing about with my phone too much and it's still too locked down unless I jailbreak it. Mind you, still in contract for 6 months so things will all change by then.

Burble · 09-06-2009, 10:02

The locked down nature used to bug me but having used one that's not something that concerns me - it can do everything I want it to.

Daz · 09-06-2009, 10:06

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Originally Posted by Burble

The locked down nature used to bug me but having used one that's not something that concerns me - it can do everything I want it to.

Yeah, that's where I am now. Windows Mobile does everything I want it to do, but I'm ready to sacrifice a bit of flexibility for a tighter user experience - but it must still tick the (free) tether, EAS and satnav boxes.

leowyatt · 09-06-2009, 10:04

It's a good idea but a massive outlay to start with

iCraig · 09-06-2009, 10:13

3GS doesn't look that amazing to be honest. The processor on the 3G seems to handle everything ok, I'm not too fussed about taking video. I can record video on my XDA and haven't used it once. A compass? Seriously? Can't you just download an app for that anyway?

I think the real deal in all this is the reduced prices of the 3G. With the 3.0 software coming up soon, that will be a bargain.

Dymetrie · 09-06-2009, 10:15

I must say, nothing about the new hardware actually excites me (ok, the compass would be cool but probably hardly used

). So I'll not be running out to get my hands on a shinier, newer iPhone next Friday, I'll just be happy with my 3G and enjoy the new os update...

Except, O2 have ****ed that up as well! The extra charges for tethering are ridiculous, add to that the fact that the data you pay for only lasts for a month and I think it's back to vodafone for me to get mobile broadband for my netbook... Shame as it would've been nice to be able to use my iPhone to connect when out and about...

Matblack · 09-06-2009, 10:31

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Originally Posted by Dymetrie

I must say, nothing about the new hardware actually excites me (ok, the compass would be cool but probably hardly used

). So I'll not be running out to get my hands on a shinier, newer iPhone next Friday, I'll just be happy with my 3G and enjoy the new os update...

Except, O2 have ****ed that up as well! The extra charges for tethering are ridiculous, add to that the fact that the data you pay for only lasts for a month and I think it's back to vodafone for me to get mobile broadband for my netbook... Shame as it would've been nice to be able to use my iPhone to connect when out and about...

The compass is going to become very important in the future, as more and more geo programs are released. Think about something like Google Streetview which can overlay information in real time on real buildings as you pan around, thats not possible with GPS but with GPS and a compass it becomes feisable.

MB

Mark · 09-06-2009, 10:27

Same boat as Daz. I think I'd be happy with an iPhone 3G v3.0 (don't need the 'S'), but not at that price. I'm paying less than the tether cost for my entire contract right now. :/

Also like MB, I want a phone that 'just works' out of box. Don't have time to fiddle with it. I've installed a total of about 2 apps on my WM phone in the entire time (two years) I've had it - and one of those is Opera, which I see as a must have. I'd love an app store.

Burble · 09-06-2009, 10:30

My Vodafone contract expires on July 25th so I can request my PAC on June 25th. That means I'll be ordering a 16Gb 3GS when they're available and will send over my PAC to O2 when I have it.

That assumes that there is no time limit on when you can give them the PAC - some Vodafone contracts have to have the PAC supplied at the time you order and they won't do the port afterwards.

09-06-2009, 09:59	#2
Desmo The Last Airbender Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Pigmopad Posts: 11,915	One minute I like the idea of an iPhone, the next I realise I like playing about with my phone too much and it's still too locked down unless I jailbreak it. Mind you, still in contract for 6 months so things will all change by then. __________________

09-06-2009, 10:04	#5
leowyatt Chef extraordinaire Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Infinite Loop Posts: 11,143	It's a good idea but a massive outlay to start with __________________ "Dr Sheldon Cooper FTW!"

09-06-2009, 10:13	#6
iCraig iCustom User Title Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 2,250	3GS doesn't look that amazing to be honest. The processor on the 3G seems to handle everything ok, I'm not too fussed about taking video. I can record video on my XDA and haven't used it once. A compass? Seriously? Can't you just download an app for that anyway? I think the real deal in all this is the reduced prices of the 3G. With the 3.0 software coming up soon, that will be a bargain. __________________

09-06-2009, 10:15	#7
Dymetrie A large glass of Merlot Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Letchworth with a Lightsaber Posts: 5,819	I must say, nothing about the new hardware actually excites me (ok, the compass would be cool but probably hardly used ). So I'll not be running out to get my hands on a shinier, newer iPhone next Friday, I'll just be happy with my 3G and enjoy the new os update... Except, O2 have ****ed that up as well! The extra charges for tethering are ridiculous, add to that the fact that the data you pay for only lasts for a month and I think it's back to vodafone for me to get mobile broadband for my netbook... Shame as it would've been nice to be able to use my iPhone to connect when out and about... __________________ Khef, Ka and Ka-Tet....

09-06-2009, 10:02	#3
Burble Rocket Fuel Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 7,826	The locked down nature used to bug me but having used one that's not something that concerns me - it can do everything I want it to.

09-06-2009, 10:27	#9
Mark Screaming Orgasm Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Newbury Posts: 15,194	Same boat as Daz. I think I'd be happy with an iPhone 3G v3.0 (don't need the 'S'), but not at that price. I'm paying less than the tether cost for my entire contract right now. :/ Also like MB, I want a phone that 'just works' out of box. Don't have time to fiddle with it. I've installed a total of about 2 apps on my WM phone in the entire time (two years) I've had it - and one of those is Opera, which I see as a must have. I'd love an app store.

09-06-2009, 10:30	#10
Burble Rocket Fuel Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 7,826	My Vodafone contract expires on July 25th so I can request my PAC on June 25th. That means I'll be ordering a 16Gb 3GS when they're available and will send over my PAC to O2 when I have it. That assumes that there is no time limit on when you can give them the PAC - some Vodafone contracts have to have the PAC supplied at the time you order and they won't do the port afterwards.