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Hi all,
Pictures added to show the back of the phone and the only Voda branding on it, i can't debrand the phone yet but as soon as they release new firmware it will be done.
Further thoughts on the phone, the keys actually feel much nicer on the new version very tactile although i now have the Bluetooth keyboard for serious Data input the keys are more than usable for most things.
Although the keys on the front of the device are smaller in area i am having no problems using it at all. I really don't like the new Multimedia menu at all especially as one is dedicated to VodaFone Live, i definitely prefer the original horseshoe arrangement on the original N95. But with 7 Active standby shortcuts on Home screen, plus two configurable keys for two more shortcuts at the bottom of the screen. Then on the right side of the phone you have volume keys a second key that takes you to the Gallery and the Camera activation key. You also now have a new app on the Home screen the Nokia Internet and Local search app, also the Calendar and WiFi scanning app. Well that's 16 shortcuts already and we still have the what's known as the yin yang key that takes to your folders with a short press or either the inbuilt Task manger or a installed Task manager making no less than 18, leaving just the Multimedia key with a short press it takes you to the now horrible Carousel shortcuts or with a long press straight into the Music Player making 20 shortcuts all available from the front screen of the phone. There is no lack of customisation of most of these shortcuts which should make it perfect for even the most demanding of users. Also on the left side of the phone you have the 3.5m jack just below the left side speaker their is also a speaker on the right side for a full stereo sound. Which although some have said they feel is quieter than the original this is not my conclusion so far.
I have just started converting my Music with the Nokia Music manager and the next thing i am planning on doing is comparing the sound to my iPod to see if if it can replace it or not. Also i have yet to test the Camera but will use it to take pictures of my for sale E61 so pictures will be available in that thread. Although i am not expecting it to be any different to the original but you never know.
Marc
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Nokia N95 8GB, SU-8W, Fring, Vox
Nokia E61, 2gb Sandisk, For sale
Honoured to have won BEST DEBATER
[ This Message was edited by: Dogmann on 2007-11-14 20:59 ]
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Posted: 2007-11-14 21:54:39
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Droolicious!!!
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Posted: 2007-11-14 21:58:18
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Cheers mate. How you been. Looks like I am heading smaller as well. I am looking to sell my 3 month old, in perfect condition, E90 (shameless plug). I am going after the N81 or N82. Looks like SE music phones are going to be dead in the water.
Read on:
http://www.allaboutsymbian.co[....]t_2-Listening_To_The_Music.php
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Posted: 2007-11-14 21:59:31
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Hi all,
Well i converted 7 of my current most listened to Albums to run a comparison with the sound i get from the Ipod. It is really hard to notice any difference but obviously running a blind test by myself isn't really possible. All i can say is that i am now seriously considering selling the Ipod and Vaja case even though i know i will make a loss i really can't see the point in having two devices doing the same thing.
Even the sound through the stereo speakers is good, it's clear with not only good bass but well defined with a full sound stage. So far i really am enjoying this device but really can't wait to get rid of some of these stupid VodaFone specific bits and pieces and return it to how it should be.
I have now rearranged the Multimedia menu to Music player, Gallery, Internet and don't really bother with the rest but still prefer the original carousel configuration.
Marc
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Nokia N95 8GB, SU-8W, Fring, Vox
Nokia E61, 2gb Sandisk, For sale
Honoured to have won BEST DEBATER
[ This Message was edited by: Dogmann on 2007-11-15 01:53 ]
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Posted: 2007-11-15 02:53:09
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Welcome to the club Dogman, great purchase I am sure you wont be disappointed. I might be going to Streatham Common to get mine flashed @ Kings Mobile as they have the generic (really need voip) so will probably do that tomorrow or Friday.
P.s have you tested out Conversation? its similar to the iphone multiple messaging where it stacks all the sms from one person in one big great message.
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Posted: 2007-11-15 03:26:47
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Nice PURCHASE and small REVIEW back there matey . . . I can SEE OTIS' nosey in some photos uploaded pal
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Posted: 2007-11-15 03:40:06
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@themarques
Thanks yeah i have been to Kings both him and his girlfriend know what they are doing wish i could make the trip. Has any one tried just changing the product code and re flashing some one somewhere said it had the option now. HATE this Voda Rubbish they have 4 Albums that are just single tracks that i can't delete and this LIVE thing is way to in my face.
But i have already moved all my folders round to hide the rubbish i don't want. How much free Mass Storage did you have i only get 7.1GB I'm about to delete Cities and nothing else i can dump. I may actually post RMSD to him as don't think i could make the journey just now.
Yes it came with Spiderman 3 and also a couple of ring tones and a message tone which will all be deleted now i think of it.
Marc
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Nokia N95 8GB, SU-8W, Fring, Vox
Nokia E61, 2gb Sandisk, For sale
Honoured to have won BEST DEBATER
[ This Message was edited by: Dogmann on 2007-11-15 04:35 ]
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Posted: 2007-11-15 05:34:54
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hi dogmann,
congrats on your purchase, and i think you are relieved to miss the E90 in place of N95 8GB version
seems like the ageing E90 is no longer a prime right now as the N95 8GB have been outstanding
just a question, how does the GPS perform compared to E90/N95 original version, i know among the nokia handset, 6110 nav performs the best, but if the N95 8GB comparable to 6110, i might have a second thought getting it
how does the quality of materials made for the body? better than the original N95? does it weight a little heavier? in a way that it's more solid and less plastic?
just an off topic question, what kind of dog do you own?
thanks mate, enjoy
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Posted: 2007-11-15 06:05:14
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now i am interested in a battery standby review
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Posted: 2007-11-15 11:24:02
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Il be meeting Kings at 6.30 this evening. Keep you posted on how it goes.
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Posted: 2007-11-15 16:50:43
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