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hi, i'm here in nyc and am in the process of getting the K700. however, i'm somewhat concerned about how difficult it is here in the US to get software "flash" upgrades, unlike in Europe.

i've had the 68i before, had numerous problems, now i'm using the T610, i'm satisfied, very few issues, though i waited for a couple of months in the beginning in order to NOT buy the very first batches so the one i got was at least several software versions after the very first batch. i'm kind of of the opinion that if i were to get a K700 with a host of new problems, then the pleasure of using/owning it is vastly diminished by the frustrations of trying to fix it, flash the ROM, etc. by unauthorized guys...

may i please ask for advice as to whether you all think it is better to wait a couple more weeks/months for the software to be upgraded? or is the current K700 sufficiently well made (w/very few issues) that it is worth getting immediately?

many thanks!

ps: besides expansys, what might be some other reliable places to get the K700 in the US? Reliability/return policy/honesty is of the highest importance to me, a reasonable price is also important, not necessarily the very least expensive.

thanks again.
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Posted: 2004-07-08 23:31:45
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I don't own a k700. But from all I have read on this forum (and others as well), I would advise you to wait. Too many bugs at the moment, and a very poor battery life per charges.
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Posted: 2004-07-08 23:41:45
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I dont speak for everyone on Esato, but my K700 is pretty much problem free..

Yes, the 1 key stuck once for about half a second. Never done it since.

Yes, the battery meter is a little buggy.. but most of the time its fine.

Yes, the battery life is short, but not as bad as people say (my K700 now lasts about 4 days between charges, and heavy use)..

What im saying is, the little problems with it wouldnt put me off off buying the phone. Im perfectly happy with mine. Since i know the small problems will soon be fixed in a firmware update, ive nothing to worry about.

The most annoying problem for me is the Bluetooth. While its better than the T610's which i had previously, it can take about 5 seconds to connect sometimes to other devices, whereas the T610 would often connect in about 1-2 seconds. Also, i cant get the remote control to work, but i suspect its a compatibility issue with my Bluetooth dongle, and not the K700.
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Posted: 2004-07-09 01:22:35
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I would wait for the next firmware.
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Posted: 2004-07-09 03:49:16
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I am personally waiting. There are a few people who profess to having a problem free handset, but I can't see the likelihood of getting the same luck. So... You can either try your luck now if it is in fact you can't wait or need it now. Otherwise, try waiting until there is an upgrade to the firmware or until you can find one of these sources of a bugless K700i. For now...I'll continue waiting. This message was posted from a T310
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Posted: 2004-07-09 04:07:05
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As much as i would like to buy this phone something tells me that Nokia is superior in software and quality. I had SE in the past but its not as good as Nokia. Even the 6600 is better then k700. Take my word for it i had phones for years. This message was posted from a Nokia
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Posted: 2004-07-09 04:11:52
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@eieio: I have one of the first K700i phones, two days into it being released in Hong Kong. Waiting may not be a bad idea because there will be a significant number of bug fixes if SE have been paying attention. Even so, it's nice to have the phone right away, and you don't know when the firmware will be updated. And even if you do wait and get the next version, you'll still want to keep it updated afterwards.

I'm in the DC area so I'm gonna have the same trouble finding service centers. But we'll find them. I'll let you know what I hear.


@eskay: Don't be a jackass. If you want to give an uncorroborated off-topic opinion go do it somewhere else.
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Posted: 2004-07-09 05:17:21
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I would like to say one thing..Yes I agree SE software is little poor and unstable as compared to Nokia, But SE is more responsive to customer complaints..Like when people had problems with T 610 they promptly released firmwares..I think its just like you are comparing a Toyota to Dodge Van..Toyota is refined and good and value for money..Dodge is crude " all american crap"..No offence though just literal though..!

Eskay..why don't you join a Nokia community..I guess you got routed wrong this is ESATO- Sony Ericsson Community..lol..
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Posted: 2004-07-09 08:12:35
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eskay,

basically what nokia did was they change the look of the phone without the firmware or hardware inside. of coz they have less bugs. u can put 6610 firmware in thier 3650 or 3660.

and now... try to put t610 firmware in K700. see that works or not. do not make comments if u don't know the truth.
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Posted: 2004-07-09 08:28:20
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About nokias firmware, it's like u buy a new RC211V (honda) but it got the same machine like '95 CBR1000RR. The improvments only at the body works. And i think it's okay to get a k700i today than wait till...u dont even know how long till the fw stable and free of bugs coz believe me, u gonna have a lot of fun with this baby. This message was posted from a WAP device
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Posted: 2004-07-09 09:00:28
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