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HTC HERO OR N97 OR ALTERNATIVE? RECOMMENDATIONS PLEASE

  • 30-07-2009 3:32pm
    #1
    GeneticDeviant
    Registered Users Posts: 296 ✭✭


    Hey guys, I currently have an INQ1 and like the whole integaration of facebook on it.

    I am looking to get another handset though with a greater feature set. Looking at the HTC Hero and Nokia N97.

    I am on three contract at the moment and would like to stay with them, i want facebook integration as per the INQ1 and if possible Integrated Bebo, Twitter, MSN messenger etc too.

    Also, as i will probably have to buy sim free, the handset needs to work properly with three network / easy to set up.

    So which handset should i buy? The HTC Hero, The N97 or is there something else that would suit my needs better?

    Advice please guys.


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  • #2
    GeneticDeviant
    Registered Users Posts: 296 ✭✭GeneticDeviant


    ps. i don't want an iphone lol


  • #3
    Davy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 19,340 CMod ✭✭✭✭Davy


    The nokia might a little easier on settings for 3. 3 are releasing the n97 themselves so you could get it from them if you wanted to save a cash, downside is its one of their phones :P


  • #4
    GeneticDeviant
    Registered Users Posts: 296 ✭✭GeneticDeviant


    does the n97 have integrated facebook, twitter, messenger etc as per the INQ1


  • #5
    Davy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 19,340 CMod ✭✭✭✭Davy


    GeneticDeviant wrote: »
    does the n97 have integrated facebook, twitter, messenger etc as per the INQ1

    Facebook app is working out the box, then other options for using twitter, and you will able to use messenger.


  • #6
    GeneticDeviant
    Registered Users Posts: 296 ✭✭GeneticDeviant


    how do u find the n97? how does it compare to the hero? the hero UI looks a lot nicer tha the N97's from the vids and pics i have seen.


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  • #7
    Davy
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 19,340 CMod ✭✭✭✭Davy


    GeneticDeviant wrote: »
    how do u find the n97? how does it compare to the hero? the hero UI looks a lot nicer tha the N97's from the vids and pics i have seen.

    Im very happy with the n97. Its definitely a step up from the n95. Have you had a look at the n97 thread? link

    I cant speak for the hero, i haven't had hands on experience of it. Maybe consider what else you want apart from the facebook and twitter and see would that help you decide.


  • #8
    GeneticDeviant
    Registered Users Posts: 296 ✭✭GeneticDeviant


    did see that thread, stil undecided on which handset to go for


  • #9
    GeneticDeviant
    Registered Users Posts: 296 ✭✭GeneticDeviant


    ok well im on three so want it to be on same network,

    i want to be able to use the free msn messenger, skype, etc.

    I want to be able to browse the net easily and quickly.

    I want to use and view facebook, twitter, bebo, myspace easily (if integrated as per facebook on INQ1 that would be great)

    I want to be able to use MP3's as ringtones.

    I want to use RSS Reader.

    I want to be abe to sync my gmail and hotmail accounts into the email app on it.

    Hope that helps.


  • #10
    GeneticDeviant
    Registered Users Posts: 296 ✭✭GeneticDeviant


    heard some negative reports on the keyboard and touch screen. What is your opinion on these?


  • #11
    Professey Chin
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 51,054 ✭✭✭✭Professey Chin


    GeneticDeviant wrote: »
    ok well im on three so want it to be on same network,

    i want to be able to use the free msn messenger, skype, etc.

    I want to be able to browse the net easily and quickly.

    I want to use and view facebook, twitter, bebo, myspace easily (if integrated as per facebook on INQ1 that would be great)

    I want to be able to use MP3's as ringtones.

    I want to use RSS Reader.

    I want to be abe to sync my gmail and hotmail accounts into the email app on it.

    Hope that helps.

    For these youd have to have a 3 branded handset and I doubt the Hero will be picked up by 3.

    Looking at everything id say the n97 is your best bet


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  • #12
    GeneticDeviant
    Registered Users Posts: 296 ✭✭GeneticDeviant


    will any nokia n97 locked to three do? if i got one from say UK locked to three uk will that work here on three ireland? and will i still be able to use free skype, msn messenger etc?


  • #13
    Professey Chin
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 51,054 ✭✭✭✭Professey Chin


    GeneticDeviant wrote: »
    will any nokia n97 locked to three do? if i got one from say UK locked to three uk will that work here on three ireland? and will i still be able to use free skype, msn messenger etc?

    Nope.Youd need one for 3 ireland


  • #14
    GeneticDeviant
    Registered Users Posts: 296 ✭✭GeneticDeviant


    I am right in thinking that the n97 does have WIFI yes?


  • #15
    Alanstrainor
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 23,157 ✭✭✭✭Alanstrainor


    GeneticDeviant wrote: »
    I am right in thinking that the n97 does have WIFI yes?

    Yes.


  • #16
    GeneticDeviant
    Registered Users Posts: 296 ✭✭GeneticDeviant


    guys need a definitive answer here please (heard conflicting answers).

    I am on three ireland Pay monthly, i want to get N97. Some people say i can get one sim free and if i download msn, skype etc for the n97 from planet 3 it will work fine (be able to use free of charge), other people have said i need a three branded n97 to use msn and skype free (can be from ireland or UK), and some people say i must buy a three ireland branded n97 for msn and skype to work free of charge.

    Whats the definitive answer guys?


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