Posted by myth®
Well, the subject of my post actually applies to all mobile phones and due to my extremely pedantic nature (especially for electronics) I am always having hard times when I go out to buy a mobile phone.
I usually have to check several shops in town to find the (almost) perfect phone - and sometimes I can't.
Now, after having sold my P1i a few weeks ago (due to flaking camera button and squeaky battery cover) I convinced myself to get another one, although I am well aware that my new P1i will have the same problem after a few months.
But considering the fact that I almost never use a device for more than a few months I decided to get another one, because I really like the esthetic of this phone, which is currently one of the best imo.
Now the close-to-perfect P1i.
It goes without saying that, first of all, it has to be 100% functional (incl. no dead pixels) and no squeaking parts, but as you might guess, this is not enough for me.
Here is my top three criteria - I can't buy a P1i which has one or all of them.
1. Loose strap holder
Some of the P1i's have a very firm strap holder while others have a loose one with space of 0,5 - 1,0 mm.
2. Gap betwen frames:
This is at the left and right bottom, where the metal front plate and plastic back frame are screwed together.
On some devices there is almost no space (maybe 0,1-0,2 mm) at the bottom end of these parts, while on others there is a gap of 0,5-1,5 mm.
3. Brand plate:
This is the plate with 'P1i' on it.
It's a very thin adhesive plastic plate which is affixed on the metal frame.
Only some (or should I say 'very few') of the P1i's in the shops have a brand plate with a 100% plain surface.
Hold & move your P1i slowly under a light source and check the upper and lower end of the plate for refractions.
After checking more than a dozen of them I've finally found one.
Here it is with an absolutely plain surface:
Btw, it's not my intention to spoil anyone's enjoyment of the P1i..
Just thought I'd share
[ This Message was edited by: myth® on 2008-05-05 20:47 ]
Posted by bavlondon2
I have had 2 P1's in my time. No problems with this one but with my first one I had a problem on the silver strip on the back. For some reason I was able to push it down a milimeter or so down from the left/or right (cant remember) side. It was more an annoyance than anything else but other than that touchwood everything has been fine.
Posted by chlee
I have solved squeaky cover, battery lid and loose HPM 82 plug with unoticable modifications and it is solid like a piece of rock.
Good thing you are observant for defects. Anyway check out the loose camera module, squeaky battery lid as well.
Posted by zalien
On 2008-05-05 21:46:40, myth® wrote:
...Hold & move your P1i slowly under a light source and check the upper and lower end of the plate for refractions.
After checking more than a dozen of them I've finally found one.
Here it is with an absolutely plain surface:
[ This Message was edited by: myth® on 2008-05-05 20:47 ]
... and that would be the very definition of: OBSESSION
@ chlee: you wanna share your secret modification to the battery lid?
Posted by AD
I guess I have a good one then, as the only "issue" I have is the bendy silver strip on the back, which I quite frankly hardly notice 'till somebody points it out - thanks for that btw
Posted by giantfly
yep, crappy build...
Mine has wawy brandname plate, wawy black plastic on the sides, but everything else is kinda OK.
I dislike that the front is made of metal, and the back of plastic. They should be both the same, no matter plastic or metal (I prefer metal). The Siemens S65 shares the same feature, metal frot, plastic back...
The back silver strip is kinda bent in the middle, I guess excessive force was used to set it in, and it cracks a little when pressed lightly...
IMO, the flagship product should not have these flaws. I am not sure if I'll buy another SE flagship in the future...
[ This Message was edited by: giantfly on 2008-05-07 17:19 ]
Posted by myth®
On 2008-05-07 09:12:41, zalien wrote:
... and that would be the very definition of: OBSESSION
Or maybe that of a conscious customer, who knows what to expect, not only technically, but also physically ?
But, yeah, ignorance is bliss.
And that's why (unlike in other sectors) mobile phone manufacturers (incl. market leader) can afford crappy workmanship, poor quality control & final inspection and a nonexistent customer support.
[ This Message was edited by: myth® on 2008-05-07 19:02 ]
Posted by jellyellie
I can't believe I'm the first person to reply simply with...
NUTTER!!!
Posted by myth®
On 2008-05-07 21:52:15, jellyellie wrote:
I can't believe I'm the first person to reply simply with...
NUTTER!!!
Maybe you should, as this is a forum and not a sandpit.
[Reasonable comments are always welcome]
[ This Message was edited by: myth® on 2008-05-07 21:23 ]
Posted by Trev1982
the only problem i have with mine is my charger doesn't click in both sides,
Posted by AD
It's weird how SE's build quality has taken a nose dive of late, maybe they're letting the accountants run the buisiness now
Posted by def
OK.. and I thought I was an annoying customer just because I want a perfect screen, buttons, camera and no major squeeking. This is just nuts.
Tiny defects on, especially cellphones, are always there. Manufacturers let through non perfect phones for the resellers because it is almost impossible to get them all perfect. Try not to look for them, but if you still notice something that annoy you, go back to the store then.
Posted by korbindallis
Hey speaking about the P1 does is save sms on the sim card or like P990i on the phone and the P990i had a storage of around 2000 sms but got really slow when it got to around 1800 i could never get to the 2000 mark, i sold the P because of its size n ya the memory thinking of getting this if it does not save sms in the sim card then i may get K850 or W910
Posted by jape
My P1 is just fine, but the only thing that annoys me is that the back part of the panel is plastic and the front is metal. I mean why isn't the back part of the panel metal like the front one? I know the answer but i don't like it ;/
Ignorance is bliss, tbh
Posted by bluefire3648
sigh now u made me notice mines somewhat squeaky...... sigh i should not look at other people p1i defects...
just makes me look for them....
Posted by johan_a
On 2008-05-07 23:08:45, Trev1982 wrote:
the only problem i have with mine is my charger doesn't click in both sides,
Got the same "problem". It doesn't click on the left side.
Did you return your phone?
/Johan
Posted by strizlow800
Well I am looking for good (almost perfect) phones when I'm buying a new one (and DONT like deffects much)... But not this in detail
. Actually a little wavy brand plate wouldn't mind me at all... I just want the phone in good condition and working order
Posted by AD
Guys with the non-latching chargers - try a different charger before you send the phone back. I had the same problem with the socket for the power on my cradle, happened to have a spare charger, tried it, it fitted with a very satisfying 'click'
Posted by Trev1982
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ner i got a travel charger from cash converters n fits in perfect,
and i have to say over the past two weeks this phone has held up to its name and stopped me from gouging my eyeballs out, been online bout 9 hours a day through wifi n playing games n using walkman player i love this phone
Posted by strizlow800
On 2008-06-24 18:32:48, AD wrote:
Guys with the non-latching chargers - try a different charger before you send the phone back. I had the same problem with the socket for the power on my cradle, happened to have a spare charger, tried it, it fitted with a very satisfying 'click'
Well it may be the accessory connector that causing the problem (is broken)... Not only the phone connector... Actually the phone connector is harder to damage... Accessorie's connectors are "more damageable"
Posted by xan K
Well, mine is rock solid. I can say is one of the sturdiest
's I've got. The only "problem" I can point out is that the charger/USB cable won't go all the way down on one of the sides. however, it clicks and stays put nicely. LOL, and I thought I was obsessive.
Posted by seashine
okay, may be i am late, i hope someone can reply, my sms storage capacity is hardly 670 messages, how much is it for u guys?? its worrying me coz i wanna store more msgs but i cant!! PLEASE REPLY!
Posted by myth®
I never keep such an amount of sms in my inbox, but from what people have reported here I think you should be able to keep something between 1200-1300 sms.
Maybe you are running out of space.
Check the remaining space on your c: drive:
File Manager > More > Space available
Posted by AD
@seashine
Have you tried emptying your sent messages folder? Also check for dross in 'drafts'...