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Nokia 9300 Communicator |
OluYom
Joined: Oct 27, 2004
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From: Nigeria
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@finn: Thanks pal. Checked mobile-review earlier in the evening and the review wasnt there yet. I'll look it up. Thanks again.
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milmino
Joined: Jun 14, 2004
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From: Kenya
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does anyone know the projected price range? |
OluYom
Joined: Oct 27, 2004
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@milmino: No idea at this time. But guys, I got a lowdown on the Moto MPx today... and now my heart seems to have been stolen. But, we have to wait and see... :)
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Flying Finn
Joined: Dec 12, 2002
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From: Finland
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In Europe, prices will start from 640 euros (unlocked phones).
From Nokias to an SE to whatever.  |
OluYom
Joined: Oct 27, 2004
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From: Nigeria
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We have a CDMA2000 1x network here now offering data cards allowing you to access data/internet on their platform in connectivity with your laptop. Unfortunately, the acquisition cost is on the high end. Would have loved to explore that.
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OluYom
Joined: Oct 27, 2004
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I initially wanted the 9210i, but the ack of GPRS was a big problem. I also aint tripped about cameras on phones. Now here is a communicator with GPRS and more, and without a camera! Dreams come true, you know!
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Super G
Joined: Mar 07, 2002
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've had one for a few months. This is the ultimate mobile gadget at the moment 
I used to have some old communicator some time ago, which I happily left home/at the office due to its size. Now with the 9300, this burden is gone. it fits in my pocket without problem. It's light, looks smart and most importantly very powerful.
No WLAN, no camera. But this is quickly forgiven!
The screens are excellent and nothing to compare to the old 9210(i). Of course the PDA screen is best. Vivid colors, very good contrast and brightness even in daylight (Try and read a MPx in daylight 
Tactile feedback of the keyboard is very good.
The joystick is very practical in the webbrowser etc (one can regret there is no such alternative for the Presentations (powerpoint) application though), and it works like a dream (takes a little while to get used to it though)
Email works perfectly, also you can view/edit etc the attachments.
Etc etc. Its nearly impossible to list everything.
Installation/removal of applications, file transfers etc work like a dream with PC Suite. And it's also as though it was made for dummies It couldnt be easier.
EDGE support is noticeably a big plus. Will offer you a much better browsing/email experience wherever EGPRS is on (that is in many many many countries).
Few bad points though:
> No T9 on the phone side of the communicator. Then again, why would you use T9, when you can simply open the beast and write it on a full comfortable keyboard?
> Accepting a Bluetooth connection requires to open the communicator (no shortcut through the phone side)
> A bit slow at times
So in short: I strongly recommend that one!! (if e.g. you had a 9210, you will be very impressed
If you want a mobile office that does fit in your pocket, then this is the one to go for. If you want WLAN and a camera, consider the noticeably bigger 9500. |
OluYom
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@Super G: Thanks for the review. Sounds like the 9300 remains strongest contender to replace my P800. Would have jumped for WLAN, but not exactly essential. Definitely dont need a camera; just a mobile office. Thanks again :)
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OluYom
Joined: Oct 27, 2004
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Well, having gone from drooling over the MPx , the 9500 and also weighing the possibility of a 2-device solution.. and all that, I have chosen to settle for the 9300.
My unit should arrive in the next couple of weeks and I'll be able to tell you how it goes. Thanks for everything guys and gals 
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Debu
Joined: Jan 15, 2003
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@aya: I'm sure you'll like it man, if only for the tremendously large application support the series 80 has, indeed much larger then the UIQ. I love mine because:
1) EDGE (very fast connectivity)
2) Sooo much software available.
3) Coolness factor (sure to make heads turn  ) |
OluYom
Joined: Oct 27, 2004
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@debu: not to mention the convenience of packing all that functionality in a unit the size of a 6310i
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ac
Joined: Feb 09, 2003
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Have been using a 9300 for 1 week now. The form factor is EXCELLANT. I've used stylus based devices before but 9300, though keyboard based, is NOT hard to get used to. I dont miss the stylus at all. Battery life so far is FAR FAR better than similar devices like P910.
It was great listening to MP3s while browsing or working with word documents on the way back home from work in cab; something that I didnt quite like with stylus based devices.
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OluYom
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@debu: Thanks for further reinforcing my decision. Good to hear more positive feedback :-)
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govigov
Joined: Jul 30, 2004
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From: Back home - Cochin
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AYA, are you dropping out of the SE bandwagon?
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batesie
Joined: Feb 13, 2004
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From: London, UK
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On 2005-02-25 10:55:26, Debu wrote:
@aya: I'm sure you'll like it man, if only for the tremendously large application support the series 80 has, indeed much larger then the UIQ.
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Pocket PC has the biggest application support.
unless you cant use a stylus and need a keyboard, get a P910 or iMate Jam
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Posted: 2004-12-28 23:22
