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hcheun · 09-22-2006, 10:06 PM

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Originally Posted by white8785

looks the same, fairly quick start up, changeable themes built in, smaller than my 7520, the only thing that i didn't like was on my 7520 i disabled my number keypad so i could use the keyboard shortcuts, and i didn't see that on the 8703. i kept hitting d to bring up notepad, and c, to compose, etc, and it would just look at my like i was stupid.

overall, besides PTT, and a camera this has got to be the sweetest BB to date. it no longer felt like i was holding a small pc to my ear, instead it reminded me of the older tiny nokia's with no ant (forgot the model).

if we still have them here, i'll try to track them down and take some pics for you guys.

http://i53.photobucket.com/albums/g7...e8785/8703.jpg
here's one that was taken for RF test purposes. i'll try to get many more shortly.

Damn i can't wait for the Sprint 8703e!!! Monday Oct 1st will be my day to upgrade!

white8785 · 09-22-2006, 10:11 PM

sorry fellas, i just searched and i think they were shipped out this morning after the source audit. it's possible we could get more, so i'll keep you posted if we do.

DanUC6 · 09-24-2006, 11:46 AM

Sweet!! Thanks White. More pictures the better. How sure are we on the October 1st date? What is going to be the price? Sprints network is going to be so hot on this BB. I bet it screams. Looking good...looking good.

jibi · 09-24-2006, 11:39 PM

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Originally Posted by white8785

the only thing that i didn't like was on my 7520 i disabled my number keypad so i could use the keyboard shortcuts, and i didn't see that on the 8703. i kept hitting d to bring up notepad, and c, to compose, etc, and it would just look at my like i was stupid.

Phone app > trackwheel > Options > General Options > Dial From Home Screen > No

white8785 · 09-25-2006, 12:02 AM

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Originally Posted by jibi

Phone app > trackwheel > Options > General Options > Dial From Home Screen > No

I figured it was there, just couldn't remember where it was. Thanks.

Ok then, besides PTT (which I can live without) this BB rocks.

hcheun · 09-26-2006, 12:56 AM

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Originally Posted by DanUC6

Sweet!! Thanks White. More pictures the better. How sure are we on the October 1st date? What is going to be the price? Sprints network is going to be so hot on this BB. I bet it screams. Looking good...looking good.

Dan

They've realeased the presskit for the Oct1st release on rim and sprint site. Do a search for it on the 8700 or rumor forums.

tntheat05 · 09-27-2006, 01:33 AM

this sucks

XBoogie · 09-27-2006, 09:09 AM

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Originally Posted by tntheat05

this sucks

Why?

aau007 · 10-01-2006, 11:00 AM

It is now on the Sprint web site for ordering.

pjdrsd · 10-01-2006, 12:38 PM

Still don't see them online, but I called and ordered 2. They will not overnight ship. Also asked for my contact number in case there were any issues. So looks like Wed-Thurs before I have it in my hand. Went by 2 stores first today, and - surprise, surprise - nothing. One idiot didn't even know what I was talking about.

aau007 · 10-01-2006, 01:02 PM

It is over at the Sprint personal wireless phone section.

MarkC · 10-01-2006, 05:53 PM

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Originally Posted by pjdrsd

One idiot didn't even know what I was talking about.

I went to the Sprint store and asked about it. I was told by the rep that the 8703e was just speculation. I told her that it was officially released by Sprint but she insisted that was just a rumor. This was on September 30.

southwestcomm · 10-01-2006, 06:13 PM

Odd. It is the Web site and our rep gave us the material on Friday. Moron you spoke to perhaps?

pjdrsd · 10-01-2006, 07:29 PM

Yes, moron for sure. At least the guy at a different store seemed to have some recognition of the term "8703", or "the bigger one" as he called it as he pointed to the 7130. The lady on the phone for sales had not heard of it either (she'd been out for a couple days) but was able to check her sheets and found it. I went back and read the press release and it did say they'd be available in stores, but I guess the key is "starting today."

nextelmcgee · 10-01-2006, 09:12 PM

Im sick. I need a new bb im not doing the sprint. The 8703e is definitly on the website for sale but what about Nwxtel?

I was a Sprint customer years ago before I switched to Nextel. Now they are back in my life! I've been using Nextel BB's since the 6510. I cant go back to a regular phone. Im a true addict! What am I gonna Do? We need the 8100 pearl With a PTT!

southwestcomm · 10-01-2006, 09:34 PM

Good luck.

Ph8te · 10-01-2006, 10:31 PM

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Originally Posted by nextelmcgee

Im sick. I need a new bb im not doing the sprint. The 8703e is definitly on the website for sale but what about Nwxtel?

I was a Sprint customer years ago before I switched to Nextel. Now they are back in my life! I've been using Nextel BB's since the 6510. I cant go back to a regular phone. Im a true addict! What am I gonna Do? We need the 8100 pearl With a PTT!

Yeah from what I have heard an it is only RUMOR for now that Nextel is NOT going to be getting any new BBs, at least this year.......MAYBE youll hear about it next year but I think youll see it on Sprint before youll see it on Nextel (Pearl)....G/L I was with sprint went to Nextel and now back with Sprint have not been upset since Sprint GREATLY improved the service since I was on there.....