Posted by 10123
Poor video recording is utterly unnaceptable, because the satio has excellent video, no excuse SE
Posted by se_dude
Why are the esatonians orried?We have A2, dont we?
Posted by mr_lou
On 2009-10-12 18:00:50, 10123 wrote:
Poor video recording is utterly unnaceptable, because the satio has excellent video, no excuse SE
The Satio has better video-recording? I'd like to see some examples that confirms that.
Posted by Tsepz_GP
Well offcourse Satio records better,it's a Multimedia Smartphone, with a powerful graphics/video accelerator capable of or almost capable of HD video. Isn't Aino based on some mediocre ARM9 CPU? It's probably Aino's hardware that's holding it back, atleast that's what im assuming,maybe i am wrong.
Posted by xell
On 2009-10-12 18:10:06, mr_lou wrote:
The Satio has better video-recording? I'd like to see some examples that confirms that.
Posted by mr_lou
On 2009-10-12 17:26:28, jake20 wrote:
how is the camera? I would like to see the quality of the pictures it produces.
I think there are other picture examples online already, so I didn't spend any time taking pictures.
Posted by se_dude
mr lou, check here
www.blogs.sonyericsson.com/satio.
Posted by mr_lou
Those do look better indeed yes. Hmm.... and even the filenaming seems to be exactly what I prefer; yyyymmdd000.mp4
But I just don't want a touch-only phone. I want those buttons, so I don't think I'll go for Satio. But my next phone will probably be an Android device that has great sound and video-recording options, maybe try out the Samsung Galaxy, although I realize that's a touch-only device as well.....
[ This Message was edited by: mr_lou on 2009-10-12 18:20 ]
Posted by randomtask77
I'm kinda in a similar boat as mr_lou.
I debating between the HTC Hero or the Aino. I want to check out an android phone, but at the same time, I'm a little intrigued in owning a nice TS phone but with a keypad (I'm used to one handed texting with T9 on SE's).
Posted by 10123
On 2009-10-12 20:04:27, randomtask77 wrote:
I'm kinda in a similar boat as mr_lou.
I debating between the HTC Hero or the Aino. I want to check out an android phone, but at the same time, I'm a little intrigued in owning a nice TS phone but with a keypad (I'm used to one handed texting with T9 on SE's).
Haha, same! I will probably go for the Satio, the aino isnt worth the cost when the Hero costs less.
Posted by 10123
On 2009-10-12 18:10:06, mr_lou wrote:
On 2009-10-12 18:00:50, 10123 wrote:
Poor video recording is utterly unnaceptable, because the satio has excellent video, no excuse SE
The Satio has better video-recording? I'd like to see some examples that confirms that.
"The quality of the videos is really great with almost unmatched amount of resolved detail, very good contrast and precise colors. While the HD capabilities of the Samsung Omnia HD still remain unsurpassed, the Satio is definitely among the top contenders for the world title in the VGA category (once they sort out the nagging framerate issue)."
http://www.gsmarena.com/sony_ericsson_satio_idou-review-358p5.php
Posted by mr_lou
On 2009-10-12 20:04:27, randomtask77 wrote:
I debating between the HTC Hero or the Aino.
I got the HTC Dream, which is kinda the same as the Magic. I don't know about Hero though, but Dream doesn't have VGA video recording. Does Hero have VGA recording?
So far I think Aino is the best option for me. If I have to leave the great sound-playback quality of SE phones, it'll have to be for some really good video-recording options. If there'll ever be an Android device with numeric buttons, fairly fast SMS app, good video-recording and a decent mp3 player, then I'll go for that.
Aino isn't THAT bad... I just expected more. But I actually also expected more trouble with the first firmware. A little bit surprised I haven't stumbled into more issues when using the phone. Everything seems fast and smooth. Only VGA recording disappoints me, and I think USB-flash mount is defect, because it's not working for me properly on Windows or Linux.
SE must fix that issue along with the JavaME stuff and headset-noise mentioned, and if possible improve the video-recording. Hopefully next firmware will do some of that.
[ This Message was edited by: mr_lou on 2009-10-12 20:51 ]
Posted by hihihans
Next firmware? I've heard that before.
I try to stay cool while reading, and it's still my next phone. Great sound, good pics and nice vids. Enough for me. Thanks for all info. Now all I have to do is wait for a call. 
Posted by >500
On 2009-10-12 17:15:12, se_dude wrote:
@>500
Is there something wrong with the phone? Why do you want to wait for latter production models? Please post your views so that potential buyers like us can decide.
not much wrong with it. build was good. apart from a very slight movement in slider. only when it was open and you pushed down on it. this would be sorted in later production models id say. though im not sure if all are the same currently.
ui was fast. though had some very very slight lag when in media app. nothing major. and im curious to see what these future firmware updates bring.
Posted by Ricky D
The February updates are usually the major ones and by then the production quality is usually better, but saying that, I'm only in China for a coule more days and I can pick up an Aino for £300 here.. I'm torn.
Posted by >500
On 2009-10-13 03:55:23, Ricky D wrote:
The February updates are usually the major ones and by then the production quality is usually better, but saying that, I'm only in China for a coule more days and I can pick up an Aino for £300 here.. I'm torn.
wait til the last day of your trip. price will probably drop more...
Posted by >500
Aino can now be had for about 365euro. very, very good price if you ask me!
Posted by bronxdude
how about the sound quality when playing mp3s? how was it?
Posted by mr_lou
On 2009-10-14 07:24:03, bronxdude wrote:
how about the sound quality when playing mp3s? how was it?
VERY good in my opinion.
http://www.esato.com/board/viewtopic.php?topic=190239
Posted by luwi
I got my AINO finally here in DUBAI! It costs me $571(USD). Eventhough i really like the white one, i decided to get the black instead because it is the only color available right now.
Currently, im charging my aino plus the bluetooth headset.. hehe
Posted by Ricky D
I got my sis who's on holiday in Hong Kong to pick me mine up. £300 in white. I collect it from her on Monday. I'll let you know what I think, maybe write a mini review.
EDIT:just because I can't wait can someone tell me does the new media browser have pinch zoom? I believe the TS in capacitive so may support multi-touch?
[ This Message was edited by: Ricky D on 2009-10-14 17:09 ]
Posted by EMAGDNIM
Could you tell me, if when needing to answer or make a call do you have to open the slider to do so or can you use the touch screen?
Posted by Muhammad-Oli
Well I've just ordered a brand new white Aino. My C902 was beginning to age and I absolutely love the white Aino, plus I've heard way more good things than bad about this phone so I can't wait!
It should arrive in a few days, hopefully they deliver on Saturdays! I will put pictures up too, cause I've seen next to no live shots of the white.
[ This Message was edited by: Muhammad-Oli on 2009-10-15 01:53 ]
Posted by simplythebes
On 2009-10-15 02:39:10, EMAGDNIM wrote:
Could you tell me, if when needing to answer or make a call do you have to open the slider to do so or can you use the touch screen?
You do not have to open the slider. You have a green slider and a red slider. either has to be 'pushed' to the right like unlocking on the iPhone to accept or reject calls.
Posted by hihihans
I just wondered, does anyone else have the noise while calling with the BT set? Or does Mr-Lou have a lousy mic in his BT ?
Posted by goldenface
Great question and answer session about Aino over at European Playstation Blog.
Posted by Bonovox
Now this phone is out the w995 is now £199 in Phones4U which has come down in price pretty quick.
Posted by hihihans
Had a call today
But they only have black
I'll wait a while, makes it cheaper too
Posted by tranced
get your aino avatar now
Posted by luwi
whoaaaaa AINO avatar! cool!
AiNO rockZ!!!
Posted by goldenface
Yeeeehaaaa! White Aino here I come.
Posted by hihihans
I'll wait till I have the real thing
Posted by Muhammad-Oli
On 2009-10-15 21:17:48, goldenface wrote:
Yeeeehaaaa! White Aino here I come.
I'm going to wait until mine arrives too. Still using my C902 at the moment. But white it shall be.
Posted by hihihans
Hihi its
white Rachel might be here sooner
Posted by Muhammad-Oli
Just received the email saying my Aino is on its way!
Posted by goldenface
On 2009-10-16 00:03:38, Muhammad-Oli wrote:
Just received the email saying my Aino is on its way!
Can't even see it in the local shops yet. I'm still waiting on my call.
Posted by bodeh6
I have a question to those that own Aino. How is the stock Netfront 3.5 browser compared to older phones 3.4? Better rendering? Faster? Mobile Youtube better? Thanks.
Posted by hihihans
Looked at the black/blue Aino today. Beautiful! But I was strong and decided to wait for white. Went to a Voda-shop too, "it's not out yet"
to be contineud.
Posted by 10123
Hmmmm.... seems a bit poor that so far no networks in the UK have taken up the aino (only retailers), either there is a delay or it will not be released. On Voda and orange website it showed the Satio on the coming soon page but not the aino.
Posted by Bonovox
I have seen it in Phones4U and Carphonewarehouse but not individual networks but i guess the networks get them later as they gotta put all their branding crap on it lol. O2 brochure this months shows it.
Posted by hihihans
I'll be getting it unbranded. If they had it at Voda I would take it and unbrand it. But they won't see me again.
I rather wait another month, he immediatly started his sale-talk, refering to other brands etc.
Posted by goldenface
My local retailer Phones4U told me before that it'll be in store tomorrow but they'll only have the black version.
Posted by Muhammad-Oli
On 2009-10-16 14:34:16, goldenface wrote:
On 2009-10-16 00:03:38, Muhammad-Oli wrote:
Just received the email saying my Aino is on its way!
Can't even see it in the local shops yet. I'm still waiting on my call.
I'm getting mine from an importer because A) it's cheaper, B) I don't expect to see it on our networks for at least a couple of months, and C) The SE website says that black is the only colour to be made available here, so I wouldn't get the white otherwise. Plus it means I will have a very rare phone!
Posted by Tsepz_GP
On 2009-10-16 20:53:58, goldenface wrote:
My local retailer Phones4U told me before that it'll be in store tomorrow but they'll only have the black version.
The Black is going to bring out that great big 3inch screen better than the White IMO.
Posted by 10123
On 2009-10-16 20:53:58, goldenface wrote:
My local retailer Phones4U told me before that it'll be in store tomorrow but they'll only have the black version.
They still havent got it in store!!!
Posted by goldenface
Sorry, but the only phone sexier than the white Aino atm is Rachael, but hey, she's irressissstable.
My operator is getting Satio (Three_UK) and I'm going to have to trade / sell Satio to get a white Aino if I stick with Three. I can't believe the prices both phones are going for on eBay right now, unbelievable!
@Oli
Yeah, that's what they said about the W900i. The black version was rarer than rocking horse shit in the UK but apparently available everywhere else. A WHITE unbranded W900i didn't exist without extreeeem modding. lol.
Satio looks great and there was plenty people fingering the dummy phone instore but something tells me I'd miss A2.
[ This Message was edited by: goldenface on 2009-10-16 21:36 ]
Posted by Muhammad-Oli
Personally I am yet to see a sexier phone than the white Aino. That's why I can't wait for mine to arrive! Unfortunately though, it is looking like it won't happen until Monday. Couriers don't deliver on Saturdays.
Rachael is very nice too, I just personally think Aino is nicer looking.
Posted by Bonovox
I prefer the black one. I hate white phones they look cheap and get dirty or marked easier. Plus black just looks more stylish generally but thats just me
Whats A3 like then anyone is it any good and whats different?
Posted by goldenface
On 2009-10-16 22:39:00, Bonovox wrote:
I prefer the black one. I hate white phones they look cheap and get dirty or marked easier. Plus black just looks more stylish generally but thats just me
Whats A3 like then anyone is it any good and whats different?
I think that if you're gonna invest hundreds of Euros on a device then it's up to you to keep it clean. You just look after it. It's a lot of money. Jeez, I remember when some SE phones used to come with their own cleaning cloth. (T610?).
You just wouldn't invest your hard earned cash on ANYTHING without looking after it. You just keep it spic and span.
My white W900i was spotless, all the time!
Posted by Muhammad-Oli
On 2009-10-16 22:48:03, goldenface wrote:
On 2009-10-16 22:39:00, Bonovox wrote:
I prefer the black one. I hate white phones they look cheap and get dirty or marked easier. Plus black just looks more stylish generally but thats just me
Whats A3 like then anyone is it any good and whats different?
I think that if you're gonna invest hundreds of Euros on a device then it's up to you to keep it clean. You just look after it. It's a lot of money. Jeez, I remember when some SE phones used to come with their own cleaning cloth. (T610?).
You just wouldn't invest your hard earned cash on ANYTHING without looking after it. You just keep it spic and span.
My white W900i was spotless, all the time!
Yeah I agree. I spent close to $1000 on Aino. I'm not letting it get dirty, and the same went for any other phone I've had.