Posted by Cycovision
Many of you may remember the excellent 'On the Couch with ScotsBoyUK thread', where Esato legend ScotsBoyUK interviewed various members and posted their answers to some light-hearted and, in some cases, probing questions.
Well, after some negotiation, I'm proud to announce that his thread is back, only this time with a new presenter! I hope that you enjoy this thread and I would just like to say; be on your toes! You could be next on the couch...
List of interviews in chronological order
fatreg
procterdc
Sammy_boy
Cycovision
Miss UK
JoJo
alexandra
ofiaich
Dogmann
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I'm joined on the couch tonight by one of Esato's most active and best-loved members. He's been a regular contributer to Esato for several years and he was the proud recipient of the 'funniest member award' in the 2006 Esato Awards. Please welcome, fatreg!
Fatreg, welcome to the Couch! I'd like to begin by asking you, How did you find the Esato Website?
My mate showed me the downloads for the T68 that were here, and working at a phone store at the time, I just had to register (didn't know it'd end up taking up half my life!)
How or Why did you choose your username?
ahhh get comfy... easiest answer is, I'm fat and I'm called reg, unfortunately that's not the case. If you spell fatreg backwards you get gertaf, now if you put ro on the end you get, gertafro or gert afro, gert means big, and an afro well you all know what one of them is, back in school I had a fascination with afros, hence the name fatreg, it's been my nickname sine 1997 and those of you that know me, know that fatreg is my name on everything, if I can't have fatreg I don't join... so that's a little warning to peeps out there... if you're wanting to make a website and don't want me on it, ban the username fatreg.....
What were your first impressions of Esato?
Honestly? ermm.. I thought jees you are all a bunch of geeks, little realising that one day i would turn into one of these geeks! it was some help I needed with my P800 that got me posting I think, some Orange questions came up so I answered them and one thing leads to another and look where I am now.. top 20 poster and all I post is drivel! and I don't even own an anymore!
How easy was it for you to become part of the community here?
With certain members about it was a doddle, back in the day I remember annoying mixin and dazbradbury and other names that escape me, but things change and people move, but people come along and luckily I've met some wicked people here.
Who are your favourite Esato members and why?
This is simple! - My wifey! (Haynesycop) and why? she is wickedly good fun, always managed to make me smile and is an all round good egg.. but her aside as I'm a liltle biased towards her..
In no particular order, my fave members are:
Leeboy13, Burgaz, Cycovision, Scotsboyuk, Masseur, jcwihite_uk and PeterKay and god knows how many other people I've missed
What has been your best Esato moment so far?
Winning funniest member 2006 (thanks people) - i really don't know why people think I'm funny. I'm only fatreg, I post what pops into my head and bang... but hey, if it makes people smile so be it!
And what has been your worst Esato moment?
doing my disappearing act I did 15/16 months ago when my life went a bit topsy- turvy.
What do you think the future holds for Esato?
I'm hoping a lot more fun, a lot for friendship and a lot more phones!! I hope people take heed from those that have fallen before them and don't fall at the same hurdle.
If you could be Laffen for a day, what would you do?
I'd mod me up in the non mobile and garbage section, everyone knows they are my home, other than that.. I'd still have 23 hours and 58 mins to play with.. I would probably be really mean and post lots of fake announcements in relation to new phones.
You've told us in the past that you used to work in the mobile phone industry. Did you enjoy it and why?
I loved my 6 years working at a fruit coloured company, but all good things come to an end, and it was time for me to move on and pursue my dream to be a surveyor, but I loved working with phones as I used to be able to offer help and advice on a whole range of phones, not to mention the cheap phones I used to get!
You're clearly a very active Esato member. What keeps you coming back?
The mix of people and the variety of chat we get here, for a mobile related forum, I don't think I've posted anything remotely mobile related in ages! (whooops!)
Which mobile are you currently using?
ermm.. Don't shoot me.. a BlackBerry 8700
Which mobile are you most looking forward to?
I'm very tempted by the P1i, but I'm afraid the BB 9xxx makes me positively salivate!
Finally, is there anything you'd like to say to the other members?
Esato will move on, people come and go, people fall by the way side and some go AWOL, but I know what you good people of esato are all about and you all know that if there's a laugh to be had, I'm there! so do me a favour and pop on over and join on in the laughter.. not aiming this at anyone of you, but there are a few members that IMO need to take a chill pill... Esato is a place for relaxed chat and discussion, let's keep it that way
something my ex told me that is so true:
Smile people, its beautiful!
And that about wraps it up for tonight! Ladies and gentleman, let's here it for the one and only, fatreg!
In the next episode, I'll be chatting to another of Esato's long-standing members. A true non-mobile discussion stalwart and funny guy, procterdc!
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Posted by procterdc
Here here *applauds*
Posted by MWEB
Excellent stuff cycovision, and well done Fatreg for being first on the couch, looking forward to more.
Posted by KingBooker5
Awsome show cyco!
Would be very intresting to here doggman or tranced on the show!
I would have them in mind for a future one
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Posted by scotsboyuk
Ah the old couch ... I'm glad to see she has been given a new home and is once again entertaining and informing Esato.
I wish you the best of luck Cycovision and perhaps you will get more out of some of the moderators than I did! 
Posted by tranced
@cyco: great one.
Posted by Cycovision
Thanks all, glad you enjoyed it
And a special thanks to scotsboyuk for agreeing to let me do this. He put a lot of hard work into his original 'On the Couch' thread, I just hope I don't let him down!
Posted by Sammy_boy
Excellent, the return of a very interesting and fascinating thread!
Interesting interview with Fatreg there
So, who's next on the couch then?
Posted by Cycovision
PM's will be going out tonight! As soon as I have replies, the next victim will be announced
Posted by scotsboyuk
I'm sure you will do a fine job. The first interview looks to be very good.
Posted by Ridahz
Wicked thread! Bookmarked! Woo
Posted by goldenface
Ah, how great to see one of my favourite threads revived. That old couch must have been a bit dusty!
If you could be Laffen for a day, what would you do?
I would probably be really mean and post lots of fake announcements in relation to new phones
I would probably be really mean and post lots of fake announcements in relation to new phones
I'd definitely think twice about that one if I was you
Great stuff!
Posted by fatreg
On 2007-07-24 21:53:59, goldenface wrote:
If you could be Laffen for a day, what would you do?
I would probably be really mean and post lots of fake announcements in relation to new phones
I would probably be really mean and post lots of fake announcements in relation to new phones
I'd definitely think twice about that one if I was you
i think it over 3 times and be like, sod it! Se P84004700i coming soon!
Posted by KingBooker5
Cyco whens your next show? And more imortantley, who with?
Posted by A L 3 X
On 2007-07-24 21:58:55, KingBooker5 wrote:
Cyco whens your next show? And more imortantley, who with?
On 2007-07-24 21:19:13, Cycovision wrote:
PM's will be going out tonight! As soon as I have replies, the next victim will be announced
Posted by Cycovision
@KingBooker5
First post has been updated
procterdc is up next...
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Posted by dude_se
interesting thread
some things on there i didnt know
dude_se
Posted by mcrosser
wow, the Couch thread! Cyco, how's this new couch? is it comfy? does it have a phone holder and charger?
Posted by Danny_BFC
Get axxxr on !
Posted by deepsme
Where do these interviews take place?? Silicon Valley
Posted by dude_se
hes banned and doubt he would want to return after whats gone on
dude_se
Posted by Cycovision
@mcrosser
It's exactly the same couch that scotsboyuk used complete with brandy stains, cigar burns and a slightly dodgy spring under the left-hand side cushion
Posted by scotsboyuk
That couch was in perfect condition when I left it ...
Posted by whizkidd
Ooh good to see the couch back! Lookin forward to some great interviews!! Good job @cyco!
Posted by fatreg
On 2007-07-25 03:17:11, scotsboyuk wrote:
That couch was in perfect condition when I left it ...
must be the dodgy removal company you used?
they appear to be somewhat less than desirable
Posted by leeboy13
@cyco - great thread mate!
Posted by Cycovision
My next guest is a member who, whilst not being one of Esato's most frequent posters, is a long-standing member none the less. He's often online and can regularly be found in the non-mobile discussion section, putting a smile on our faces with his posts to the jokes and funny pictures threads. Please welcome procterdc!
Hello proctordc! I'd like to start with the usual question if I may; how did you find the Esato Website?
Yahoo search engine. I had freezing issues with my K750 (back in the day lol) I had no idea as to how many other phones were affected, Esato showed me the way. I sent it back an got myself one that works.
What were your first impressions of Esato?
Fantastic. Little bit mind boggling at first, I was a forum virgin. But it got very addictive very quickly and 3 years later, I'm still here.
How easy was it for you to become part of the community here?
Very. Everyone was so helpful and got all the answers I needed. Obviously over the last years there have been certain members who's names have appeared in my inbox on more than one occasion - Thanks guys
Your profile seems to be a bit on the vague side! Would you like to tell us a little more about yourself? Your work, hobbies, other interests?
I currently work for a local estate agent, yes I know, boo hiss boo. But its actually rather interesting. I would like to try photography as a hobby, I'm trying to get hold of a camera at the moment. Other than that my other hobbies would include films, I'm a major film buff !!!
You recently started a very prominent thread regarding the forthcoming Grand Theft Auto IV console game. Is video gaming a big part of your life?
I wouldn't say big part of my life. I love playing on my 360, but I'm not a full-on online gamer. At the moment I'm hooked on Elder Scrolls: Oblivion and love playing Fight Night 3. But most definately, like the Wii, I shall be queueing up for GTA IV at midnight!
Who are your favourite Esato members and why?
I'd have to say; Masseur, Fatreg, Burgaz, Cycovision, Haynesycop and I'm sure there are more. You guys always seem to be there to help whatever the problem, I don't think there's a single post on here without a comment from Fatreg!
What has been your best Esato moment so far?
Somebody posted the "virtual barbershop" a while back, OMG I had never heard anything like it before. Freaked my parents out no end. I still have it on my ipod now. If that doesn't count then I'd say, stumbling across this website for the 1st time was my best esato moment.
And what has been your worst Esato moment?
I posted something a while back that one of the moderators didn't agree with and I got booted off esato. I think I sent about 4 emails to him apologising and I got my account back, hmm maybe THAT was my best esato moment (getting my account back!)
What do you think the future holds for Esato?
More news, more phones, more members, more everything. What I do know is that it will be fantastic and Esato will go on for a long time yet.
If you could be Laffen for a day, what would you do?
Put my feet up and look at what a great website I have! Also I would change my avatar to something else since, unfortunately, I don't have my W810 anymore.
You're well known for your posts to Esato's jokes and funny pictures thread, would you say that you're a bit of a joker in real life too?
Yes, I can be quite witty and quick with funny remarks. I like to make people laugh and smile as much as I can. If people are happy, I am happy.
Finally, is there anything you'd like to say to the other members?
Thanks everyone for all your help I've had, you're all great and deserve A BIG HUG
And so, with group hugs all round, I'd like you all to join me in thanking proctordc for taking the time to talk to us, and wishing him all the best for the future! Thank you!
Next up is a member who's no stranger to the couch, having popped in a while ago for a chat with scotsboyuk. Has anything changed since then, or is forum life just the same as it's always been? Find out when Esato technical wizard Sammy_boy joins me on the couch in the next episode!
Posted by goldenface
That was good, I liked that.
Posted by Burgaz
Once again Cyco! Bloody good interview!
Nice one DC!
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Posted by mackem
Nice one cyco. keep it up!
Posted by scotsboyuk
Jolly good stuff!
Posted by Sammy_boy
Another fascinating interview!
I'm glad this idea's been resurrected!
Posted by jmash
Yo Cyco,this is a great thread I've ever found on Esato.
BIG UP!!!
Posted by Miss UK
I Pm'ed you
Posted by Nanu
Excellent stuff very "parkinson-esque".........
Bring on George Michael
Posted by haynesycop
Cracking interview cyco, job well done, loving this thread!
Posted by Rookwise
Sweet. The couch thread is back. Bout time this was done again as there's been a lot of new members since Scotty finished the last one
Posted by *Jojo*
@cyco - Congrats matey ! I hope you'll get to INTERVIEW one of the OLDEST-participating-still, member here: Ofiaich . . .
Aside from laffen, of course !
Posted by Evil Eye
Nice interviews guys!
I hope miss uk, jojo and masseur will be on the couch soon...
Posted by Miss UK
Im awaiting the questions send me by tomorrow cos ive time then Cyco
Posted by Cycovision
Joining me tonight is a member who can safely be described as one of Esato's greatest assets. He's helped countless people with their mobile phone problems and his technical prowess is matched only by his friendliness and dedication to the forum. Ladies and Gentlemen please welcome, on his second visit to the couch, Sammy_boy!
Good evening Sammy_boy! So, how did you find the Esato Website?
Now you're asking me, best go back into the mists of time.... It was when I was just getting into phone fixing and bought a damaged T610 which someone's dog had chewed. I managed to fix it and loved the phone! Think I found the Esato site after googling for phone info, and Esato was the first forum I ever joined!
What were your first impressions of Esato?
A very helpful but informal place, very friendly people and some interesting and funny off-topic threads!
How easy was it for you to become part of the community here?
It was made easier by people being very welcoming and friendly, and hopefully by answering others' queries that helped me integrate too.
You seem to post predominantly in the technical and mobile-specific forums. What drives your passion for technology?
To be honest I'm not entirely sure - though I do seem to like taking things apart to see how they work - especially mobile phones! Though I've resisted the urge to take apart more pricey things just in case I can't get them back together again!
In your profile, you mention that you work as a psychiatric nurse. What made you persue that particular career and do you enjoy it?
I am very interested in the human condition, what makes us tick, perhaps like phone fixing but with humans I guess! Though I am having a few second thoughts about it, I'm more introverted than I thought and wondering if I should have gone into something more technical.
You are undoubtably one of Esato's most helpful members. Why is that? What, if anything, do you get out of helping others?
Most helpful? But I've never won an Esato award! Only kidding, I do enjoy helping others, and passing on what experience I have with regards to phone repairing or problems.
Who are your favourite Esato members and why?
Hmmm, probably Scotsboy, Bobafett, Whizkidd, Fatreg, Goldenface.... oh and you of course!
What has been your best Esato moment so far?
Probably my original T68i experiment thread, where I managed to turn a T68i with a faulty mic bought for £5 into £145 which I bought an XDA 2S for a couple of years ago! I need to start another of those threads off, I had to abort my second attempt due to a lack of money, but will try again soon, maybe try to make a cheap phone into a T650i or K850i!
And what has been your worst Esato moment?
Only been involved in one or two flame wars (one of which was over Vodafone branding a couple of years ago!), but perhaps the phase I'm going through at the moment. I'm going through a bit a crap at work, and have some issues with myself, and haven't been posting as much as I used to.
What do you think the future holds for Esato?
Good question, probably more of the same! The phone news, reviews, debates, info etc. And of course the off-topic threads, where people can talk about (almost!) anything and get to know each other. Just a bit less of the 'fanboy' flame wars though, which there seem to have been a lot of lately!
If you could be Laffen for a day, what would you do?
I'm actually a moderator over on SE-NSE at the mo would you believe! I would hire a couple more moderators - not that Masseur's not going a good job, he is, I just think he could do with more support, this forum must be a big task to moderate 24/7 for basically one person! Also to cover different time zones too. But don't ask me who, as I'm not sure!
Finally, is there anything you'd like to say to the other members?
Yes, please don't bicker and fight over what phone maker's best, those 'fan wars' no matter who you like are rather tedious and lead to bad feeling. Let's all just get on better, and indulge in our mutual passion for phones (:se: and otherwise) and gadgets! And Axxxr - I miss your news and funny little nuggets that you used to post!
Thankyou Sammy_boy! I'm sure many members would like to join me in a round of applause for all of the hard work that you have, and continue to, put into Esato. Let's hear it for Sammy_boy!
Next up is a member who represents a rather small minority within the Esato forum: She happens to be a lady! Back on the couch by popular demand, I'll be catching up with miss uk right here in the next episode of 'On the Couch with Cycovision'. Don't miss it!
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Posted by scotsboyuk
Top stuff Sam! An enjoyable read.
Posted by KingBooker5
Scot, why did you decide to leave the couch?
Posted by goldenface
Brilliant, its just like Parky
Posted by Sammy_boy
Cheers for the interview Cyco!
Though I don't think I deserve all the praise you heaped on me!
Posted by Cycovision
Well I think you do and I know for a fact that others think that way too
Thanks for taking part!
Posted by Sir-SonyEricsson-man
ohh i remember i was on the couch one time
Posted by scotsboyuk
@KingBooker5
I felt I had taken it as far as I could. I would only ever do one more interview, but the person I want to interview has always said no, thus I am a spectator now. The couch is in good hands by the looks of things though.
Posted by Cycovision
procterdc has suggested here
that maybe I should sit on the other end of the couch to be interviewed by another member.
So, is anybody up for it? Would anybody care to interview me or more, importantly, would anybody care to read the answers
Let me know via PM
Posted by Miss UK
Cyco is Masseur particpating with this?