N96

irish.rugby.fan

I notice this is available on vodafone UK.

Any ideas when it is available over here?

strecker

No idea, really...
But there's been some fuss about UK retailers who get a lot of bad feedback: basically, a lot of customers say it's too similar to the n95/8 to justify the much higher price. Now vodafone Ireland are selling the n95 again at a fairly goodish price; sandisk released a 16gb micro sd...do the maths, see what the n96 adds to that? On the other hand: with the iphone going prepay for xmas, I'm sure one of the other networks will want a high-end nokia in their xmas range, and the 5800 won't be available yet. But maybe you should buy one online? There are special offers at all the regular online retailers like expansys and play.com because, again, many customers resist the combination of high price and not so huge improvements over previous n95's... Personally, if I were looking for a slider cam/media phone, I'd order a nice simfree samsung i8510 and wait for nokia 2009 N-series touchscreen device or a proper n95 update. Buying an N96 now is a bit like swapping an e61 for an e61i a couple of years ago....but at least then the cam was a proper addition, and it wasn't twice the price.

Cyrus

id be getting the n85 or n79 over the n96 i think

Danbo!

Cyrus wrote: »

id be getting the n85 or n79 over the n96 i think

You're right as well, I really cant see the hype over this handset. Its basically a 16Gb N95. No extra features. Ok, people will say the DVBH is, but what good is a feature when you can't use it. Its like saying my phone is better because it has push to talk.

drunkmonkey

I'm wating for a Sony C905, looks like it will kick the N96's ass....

http://www.cnet.com.au/mobilephones/phones/0,239025953,339289911,00.htm?feed=pt_c905

Cyrus

in what way?

apart from the camera its just another SE so no broad range of symbian apps, no decent sat nav software etc etc

if you want a decent 8mp camera phone get the samsung i8510

drunkmonkey

Cyrus wrote: »

in what way?

apart from the camera its just another SE so no broad range of symbian apps, no decent sat nav software etc etc

if you want a decent 8mp camera phone get the samsung i8510

It's the camera and wifi i'm after in the sony, tbh i'm sick and tired of sending nokia for repair, none of my last few nokias have been trouble free, not to bothered about running loads of aps, If i can get sat nav and sling working i'll be happy.....

Yea I like the look of the Samsung myself, http://www.allaboutsymbian.com/news/item/7715_Samsung_INNOV8_i8510-8_megapix.php

Still going to go with the Sony it's about time I tried one out....

Cyrus

drunkmonkey wrote: »

It's the camera and wifi i'm after in the sony, tbh i'm sick and tired of sending nokia for repair, none of my last few nokias have been trouble free, not to bothered about running loads of aps, If i can get sat nav and sling working i'll be happy.....

Yea I like the look of the Samsung myself, http://www.allaboutsymbian.com/news/item/7715_Samsung_INNOV8_i8510-8_megapix.php

Still going to go with the Sony it's about time I tried one out....

but what sat nav proggy will work apart from google maps?

drunkmonkey

Cyrus wrote: »

but what sat nav proggy will work apart from google maps?

It comes with 3mts free Wayfinder, I've no idea what that's like... http://www.wayfinder.com/?id=10052&cid=10051

Cyrus

think i tried it when i had a p1i and it was bad, maybe it has improved tho

mobileplaza

been told today should be out end of November early December on vodafone.

Headshot

i was going to get the n96 off ebay
they're going for 450-500 euro

but iv my heart set on a nokia n85 now

apollodjs

3 will have it on friday from 299e on bill pay acording to their website

http://www.three.ie/campaigns/nokia-n96-preorder.htm


Anyone know when the C905 is out I like the look it.

jimmychin

i see O2.ie have a "interested in N96, register your email here" link

anybody got any idea when this will be available on o2?

i'd guess before xmas if their advertising it already.

i have an upgrade that i need to use, and this may fit the bill !

(i would prefer the n85 from the sounds of things but no sign of that in ireland yet)

Gekko

jimmychin wrote: »

(i would prefer the n85 from the sounds of things but no sign of that in ireland yet)

it's available sim free already though

long_b

Mock up on the shop floor in Vodafone Grafton St.

metalfest

http://www.ecrater.com/product.php?pid=3321925

grey squirrel

metalfest wrote: »

http://www.ecrater.com/product.php?pid=3321925

Look at the standby screen and box. It's a fake. No contact information. Avoid

strecker

grey squirrel wrote: »

Look at the standby screen and box. It's a fake. No contact information. Avoid

not to mention the phone itself
and the accessories bags etc etc etc hahahah

mkennedy

FWIW, it was in the o2 store in Tallaght shopping centre last week when i was there.
Lovely looking phone.
Bloody expensive though on the o2 tarriffs.
IIRC, something like 370 on the 50 euro 18 mth tarriff.

drunkmonkey

think it starts at €199 on bill pay up to €399 on pay as you go with 3

It's a very solid feeling phone....excellent camera...

Davy

drunkmonkey wrote: »

think it starts at €199 on bill pay up to €399 on pay as you go with 3

It's a very solid feeling phone....excellent camera...

does it not start at €299 on 3 on Relax 950?


mkennedy its €349 on 'Clear 350' or 'Clear 600' plan on 12month contract with o2

drunkmonkey

davton wrote: »

does it not start at €299 on 3 on Relax 950?

thought I was in the C905 thread:D How do you think they compare...