Hey guys...new here, with some questions

Word_a_Mowf · #1 (**permalink**) 28-05-2008, 03:22 PM

Hi guys...new to the forum.

I've been wanting a BB for a while now, and after using an iMate K-Jam for a while (never, ever AGAIN!), I went back to a normal Motorola V9.

Now, I'm gonna be pursuing a BlackBerry, and have been trying to narrow down my list.

I'll primarily be using it for:

phone
SMS
email
(MAYBE) GPS
and would LOVE wi-fi

now so far..I like the 8310 the best...but no wi-fi??

damn shame!

It's almost exactly what I am after, apart from the fact it doesn't have wi-fi.

Will a "new" model have it, and what are my other/better options?

And I think i'll be buying this online, somewhere, weather its the US, or from the BlackBerry store online (from NSW i think), or Ebay...as online prices seem MUCH more reasonable than retail store prices (and sh!tty unknowledgable customer service reps).

Thanks guys!

** Quick edit...

Damn I'm a knob...

Just checked..BlackBerry

the 8320 has wi-fi...but is it available in Aus yet?

If not, I might have to get it online, from a US online store.

Can anyone recommend a good one?

Tfer · #2 (**permalink**) 28-05-2008, 03:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Word_a_Mowf

Hi guys...new to the forum.

I've been wanting a BB for a while now, and after using an iMate K-Jam for a while (never, ever AGAIN!), I went back to a normal Motorola V9.

Now, I'm gonna be pursuing a BlackBerry, and have been trying to narrow down my list.

I'll primarily be using it for:

phone
SMS
email
(MAYBE) GPS
and would LOVE wi-fi

now so far..I like the 8310 the best...but no wi-fi??

damn shame!

It's almost exactly what I am after, apart from the fact it doesn't have wi-fi.

Will a "new" model have it, and what are my other/better options?

And I think i'll be buying this online, somewhere, weather its the US, or from the BlackBerry store online (from NSW i think), or Ebay...as online prices seem MUCH more reasonable than retail store prices (and sh!tty unknowledgable customer service reps).

Thanks guys!

Blackberry 9000 Bold would most likely be the go..... later this year

Word_a_Mowf · #3 (**permalink**) 28-05-2008, 04:00 PM

The Bold is beautiful

like it a lot

but, looking to get something before or around August..

I've seen the BlackBerry Curve 8320...on ebay from a few "powersellers" for around $399...which is like $420 Aussie

$300 cheaper than the (to be) RRP in Australia

that might be the go I guess.

It's a risk..but might be worth it.

Gregmyers · #4 (**permalink**) 28-05-2008, 07:52 PM

One point. The 8320 does not have GPS. (Which you had a 'Maybe' against in your original list).
I would have to agree with Tfer, The 9000 suits your bill perfectly. (There is another thread in this forum with regards to availability in June for Australia: Next G for Blackberry )
We'll see...
I would put up with the K-Jam for a couple more weeks to see if this one comes true as the you would be getting everything on your wish list, no compromise.

Tfer · #5 (**permalink**) 29-05-2008, 10:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gregmyers

One point. The 8320 does not have GPS. (Which you had a 'Maybe' against in your original list).
I would have to agree with Tfer, The 9000 suits your bill perfectly. (There is another thread in this forum with regards to availability in June for Australia: Next G for Blackberry )
We'll see...
I would put up with the K-Jam for a couple more weeks to see if this one comes true as the you would be getting everything on your wish list, no compromise.

+ 1

Agree with Greg on this one.

Word_a_Mowf · #6 (**permalink**) 29-05-2008, 11:26 AM

Looks like I might have to wait.

Although.....

I AM willing to comprimise GPS for Wi-Fi...hmmm

but then again...I'd rather not make any sacrifices...

I'm guessing the 9000 will be a LIL pricey yeah??

RRP of about $900US?

ouch

Gregmyers · #7 (**permalink**) 29-05-2008, 10:52 PM

The foreign exchange rate is good at the moment though...

New tech is never cheap...

Word_a_Mowf · #8 (**permalink**) 30-05-2008, 03:03 PM

OK...I've made a decision to get the Curve 8320..

the ONLY thing is though...ALL the US ebay units are "branded"!

sooooo annoying!

AT&T, Verizon, T Mobie, etc...

is there ANYWHERE on the net to buy a BB withOUT branding???

thanks guys!

Tfer · #9 (**permalink**) 30-05-2008, 08:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Word_a_Mowf

OK...I've made a decision to get the Curve 8320..

the ONLY thing is though...ALL the US ebay units are "branded"!

sooooo annoying!

AT&T, Verizon, T Mobie, etc...

is there ANYWHERE on the net to buy a BB withOUT branding???

thanks guys!

I believe there is at least a partial solution on the forum here somehwere.... but try this place

Buy Blackberry Devices,Accessories,Software,Training - Blackberrystore.com.au - Computer Ezy

Word_a_Mowf · #10 (**permalink**) 02-06-2008, 01:39 PM

I have a question...

I just stumbled across this on another website:

It's an answer to a question, weather the person could buy a BB from the US, and use it here (unlocked)

"Everything won't work. Calls and SMS may work but things like Email and MMS won't as they need RIM's servers. To make things work, you'll need a Blackberry plan which Virgin doesn't offer."

You can't sign up for a data/email plan if you buy/use a US BlackBerry? Even if its been unlocked, really??

Ah damn!