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03-02-2007, 08:42 PM
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If the 8800 is So Disappointing...when is the Upgraded Version Coming?
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It seems like most people are disappointed with the 8800.
I might not keep mine.
When is a better version due out? What will be "better"?
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03-02-2007, 08:46 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: Indiana
Model: 9000
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I think what you're mostly seeing is that people are disappointed with certain aspects of the 8800 but are very happy with the device itself. I am disappointed with the fact that it doesn't have WiFi, but I love the device.
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03-02-2007, 08:48 PM
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Join Date: Nov 2005
Location: San Francisco
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Huh? Most people disappointed? I love it!!!!
I just had to retrieve something from my old 8700c and the side trackwheel made it seem like I was using an 8-track.
How did you come to your conclusion?
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03-02-2007, 08:57 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2006
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I like the 8800.
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It seems like most people are disappointed with the 8800.
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The 8800 is my first smartphone so I don't have a great basis for comparison, but I'm finding it to be much better than I envisioned.
I had WiFi on a Palm TX. It worked well, but frankly wasn't as useful as I thought - perhaps if you are always in a hotspot area or stay near urban areas all the time.
If the next generation BB comes out and has some really great features, I'll switch then and hand this off to a new convert. I'm keeping mine. |
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03-02-2007, 09:37 PM
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"Most people". Come on....really. That is an obsurd statement.
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03-02-2007, 09:40 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: NYC
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Carrier: Verizon
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Originally Posted by Quisto
The 8800 is my first smartphone so I don't have a great basis for comparison, but I'm finding it to be much better than I envisioned.
I had WiFi on a Palm TX. It worked well, but frankly wasn't as useful as I thought - perhaps if you are always in a hotspot area or stay near urban areas all the time.
If the next generation BB comes out and has some really great features, I'll switch then and hand this off to a new convert. I'm keeping mine.
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A bit off topic here, but I'm curious to know what benefits does Wifi bring with the BB? I know that you can access the internet from a hotspot area but say if you're using your BB to access the internet, wouldn't you be using the internet access from your provider?  |
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03-02-2007, 09:52 PM
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A bit off topic here, but I'm curious to know what benefits does Wifi bring with the BB? I know that you can access the internet from a hotspot area but say if you're using your BB to access the internet, wouldn't you be using the internet access from your provider? |
If T-Mobile is your carrier, then you can seamlessly transfer the call from the cellular network to a WLAN/hotspot connection, be it a Starbucks or your home, and back to the cellular network without dropping the call (pending wireless stability of network). If this call is initiated while connected to Wi-Fi, you can 'roam' over to the carrier network at T-Mobile's expense (Wi-Fi-initiated calls are free); although if the call is initiated on T-Mobile's network, then switching over to Wi-Fi continues to incur minutes from your plan.
Just one of the benefits. Cingular will also roll out UMA/GAN/IMS at some point in the next year.
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03-03-2007, 09:03 AM
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Join Date: Feb 2007
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Originally Posted by BerryMan101
It seems like most people are disappointed with the 8800.
I might not keep mine.
When is a better version due out? What will be "better"?
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Love mine!!...easily the best phone I've ever owned. |
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03-03-2007, 09:07 AM
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If you love the 8800 then I guess you will REALLY love the upgraded 8800 that does not exist!
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03-03-2007, 09:45 AM
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Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: Indiana
Model: 9000
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Originally Posted by NJBlackBerry
If you love the 8800 then I guess you will REALLY love the upgraded 8800 that does not exist!
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Well if it doesn't exist then I don't love it as much.... |
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03-03-2007, 09:47 AM
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Join Date: Aug 2004
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We can dream, can't we 
Wait - that's what the Rumor Mill is for! |
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03-03-2007, 10:22 AM
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Join Date: Feb 2007
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We can dream, can't we
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Every new phone is a freakin upgrade....love posts from guys who say "I'm waiting for model XXXX, that will do music, pics, video, and will make frozen margaritas. |
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03-03-2007, 10:48 AM
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Every new phone is a freakin upgrade....love posts from guys who say "I'm waiting for model XXXX, that will do music, pics, video, and will make frozen margaritas.
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You mean there's one coming out that makes frozen margaritas?! Awww man, I knew I shouldn't have rushed out and got the 8800. lol |
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03-03-2007, 12:34 PM
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Join Date: May 2006
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Love my new 8800. Have no complaints for what it does now. Although I do have some items on a "wish list". i.e. WiFi, UMTS, etc.
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03-03-2007, 12:35 PM
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I just ordered mine. You mean it doesn't have WiFi, UMTS, UMA, Video recorder and iTunes compatibility?
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03-03-2007, 01:27 PM
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Nope and it doesn't do video conferencing or HD video either. I was really upset it does not have an HDMI connector on it. I still think it is by far the best BB to date and I have used them all.
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03-03-2007, 02:13 PM
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Originally Posted by jibi
If T-Mobile is your carrier, then you can seamlessly transfer the call from the cellular network to a WLAN/hotspot connection, be it a Starbucks or your home, and back to the cellular network without dropping the call (pending wireless stability of network). If this call is initiated while connected to Wi-Fi, you can 'roam' over to the carrier network at T-Mobile's expense (Wi-Fi-initiated calls are free); although if the call is initiated on T-Mobile's network, then switching over to Wi-Fi continues to incur minutes from your plan.
Just one of the benefits. Cingular will also roll out UMA/GAN/IMS at some point in the next year.
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03-03-2007, 03:51 PM
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Join Date: Dec 2004
Location: Connecticut
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Had mine a little over a week and think it's great. Smaller form factor and familiar BB interface. I didn't really expect anything more. Better battery is a plus.
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03-03-2007, 03:58 PM
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Join Date: Dec 2006
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Originally Posted by sfo
I just had to retrieve something from my old 8700c and the side trackwheel made it seem like I was using an 8-track.
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hah! See, I'm not the only one who wants to smash the trackwheel with a hammer. "2 degrees of freedom" doesn't cut it in 2007.  The pearlball/whatever is probably the best navigating device on a handset I've used to date, it puts D-pads, trackwheels, and joysticks to shame - and these engadget kids are touting their iPhone as innovative.
My 2006-7 innovation award goes to RIM for the pearlball. Knight 'em, give 'em beers and free tickets to a hockey game.
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03-03-2007, 04:05 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: San Antonio, TX
Model: 9930
OS: 7.1
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I can't wait to get mine..
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