Posted by floatlite
OK, so I am in a bit of a quandry.
I am looking to get myself an exclusive mobile, (why I really have no idea, I have loads of mobiles coming out my ears), and I have narrowed the choice to 2 options,
1. Nokia 8800 Sirocco (Black)
2. B&O / Samsung Serene.
Now I really know that the Nokia is a 'better' handset in respect of spec, but I can't seem to get my head off the B&O unit.
I know the Nokia will be exclusive, but not nearly so much as the B&O, and thats what attracts me to it.
I have read all the reviews out there, but have any of you got or had the Serene and have any opinion on it?
No offence to anyone, but I don't want the usual, this is great and that is shit replys from people who have not owned one.
regards
David
Posted by Bandit
i'd be interested to see how well the serene functions.
~LB
Posted by BobaFett
serena is sg really special, mainly cos of the barnd name, i am a big fan of it. 8800 isnt that a big deal imo next to it serena will keep the price, 8800 will drop
Posted by tmagberry
I have had both the Serene and the 8800 (Normal edition). The Serene is awesome and even though its running a Saumsung UI, it has little features that make it special. The BT link to the deskstand whih open flip when receiving text or call (need to be in dock). The Serene is made of a nice rubber feel and just oozes individuality.
Its not a texting phone though, but if you can get used to the jog dial system, then go for it.
The 8800 is in my eyes an expensive 6230. But you also pay for build quality. But i cant comment on the Sirocco Edition.
Posted by fatreg
i say ive got a b and o serene looking for a good home as i cant use it for shit!
fatreg
Posted by *Jojo*
Can someone post/upload a pic of the Samsung Serene
I've heard sooooo many words that the Nokia 8880 is PURELY for show-off with LESS functionality/features at it's - PRICE ! Perhaps, I'll go with the Samsung here . . .
Posted by tmagberry
@fatreg
Can you not do joined up yet?
Sorry Free Bump
Posted by jj03
Usability is king..so that leaves the serene dead in the water..as for the 8800...it ain't that special either..had a play with it the day before yesterday...it's ok, but certainly not worth any sort of premium at all.
Posted by Burgaz
The Samsung Serene... Horrible looking phone IMO
http://uk.samsungmobile.com/w[....]onedata/features/UK-SERENE.jsp
[ This Message was edited by: Burgaz on 2006-10-13 16:36 ]
Posted by *Jojo*
@burgaz - Thanks for posting the image! Looks like weird yep, as if it's a landline fone . . . will go with the n8800 in that case!
Posted by axxxr
In my opinion the Serene is just excellent....i would'nt go near a 8800 never liked it and never will,the Sirocco looks pretty much the same to me aswell,If you want individuality and class then the SERENE is your ticket!
Posted by tmagberry
Serene is far better....
Especially if you have used both. ...
Posted by QVGA
Serene looks un-practical. How to SMS and stuff?