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K770i default messaging format |
scook94
Joined: Oct 16, 2004
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Hi, We just got a K770i (Vodafone UK) to replace a stolen K810i. One thing we can't figure out is this, it seems that the default messaging is to write a MMS style message rather than SMS. Granted if you only enter text it sends it as SMS.
The only options we seem to have are to create: Message (MMS style), Voice message, live! Postcard or email.
Is there an option somewhere just create a good old SMS like we're used to on the K810i? Or is this the norm with the K770i and Vodafone branded s/w?
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strizlow800
Joined: Aug 23, 2006
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From: Macedonia, Skopje
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It won't be bad to try the setting of the sms messaging there.
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scook94
Joined: Oct 16, 2004
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What setting would that be? As I can't find any option to switch to writing SMS rather than MMS.
It used to be possible to write an SMS and attach one of the built in "animations" and send it as a text message. If we try that now we get charged for sending a picture message.
Does anyone know if this is specific to Vodafone branded software? |
Muhammad-Oli
Joined: Jun 13, 2004
Posts: > 500
From: The NZ of L
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Hi, all Vodafone branded phones have that messaging setting now. Its really annoying and stupid, I know. I think they tried to make it easier, but really they just made it ridiculous and annoying (not to mention slow!). I'm afraid you have to put up with it like that unless you want to go through the process of debranding your phone (and voiding the warranty). I mean, it still does send text messages, and it will only send an MMS if you put any content into it that a text can't have! 
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scook94
Joined: Oct 16, 2004
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Hi Muhammad, thanks for your reply. dissappointing news indeed! I'm we could have gotten used to this new format if it hadn't been for the fact that we can't now send animations without being charged for it.
I'll have to have a word and see what she wants to do with her new phone, either return it, debrand it or live with it!
Thanks anyway. |
Muhammad-Oli
Joined: Jun 13, 2004
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From: The NZ of L
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Yeah that's what I think everyone finds the most annoying with the Vodafone texting interface - How they've blocked animations in texts. I don't know why they did this, but I guess that whoever made the messaging application was an idiot. I don't see any reason at all for Vodafone needing to change the texting interface apart from to make more money through MMS, and if that's the case, then it is a blatant show of greed in my opinion.
I have had Vodafone phones for the last few years and I was thoroughly glad to get rid of the annoying, restrictive Vodafone software when I recently bought my non-branded C902.
Good luck with sorting it out!
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strizlow800
Joined: Aug 23, 2006
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From: Macedonia, Skopje
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Vodafone restrict almost everything.. THey make crap of the good phones... Reduce them to nothing. 
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scook94
Joined: Oct 16, 2004
Posts: 83
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Well, the phone is now debranded (and firmware upgraded) and all working the way we want it! I'll be living off these brownie points from my good lady for weeks!!!
Thanks for everyone's help!
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strizlow800
Joined: Aug 23, 2006
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From: Macedonia, Skopje
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Hehe no problem for the help. And remember, vodafone is craip. Debranded phones work the best everytime.
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scook94
Joined: Oct 16, 2004
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Only problem we've had is that the custpack I used had no settings for Vodafone internet and picture messaging. A quick call to Vodafona and they sent the settings direct to the phone. Sorted... |
idumbakumar
Joined: Oct 01, 2007
Posts: > 500
From: chennai,india.
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hi people i just got k770i virgin n/w. i want to unlock it its cid53. which is the cheapest method.also does unlock via imei code do unlock premanently. or oln patch unlock?
please ans me asap......... |
groovepeppy
Joined: Dec 05, 2007
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From: Parijs van Java, Indonesia
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I guess Davinci is quite cheap for this unlocking things?
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lomb
Joined: Oct 26, 2004
Posts: 52
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Davinci is expensive £20 per phone the cheapest option is ultimate unlocker you can use the Dcu cable that comes with the phone read more here
http://www.mymobileunlocked.com/products/ultimateunlocker.php |
lukechris
Joined: Dec 30, 2007
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From: Preston, UK
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Oh come on this thread is over 6 months old
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