Vodka Blackberry
25 January 2010, 06:57 PM
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I've got a free u/grade going begging, so the only thing I can think of doing is getting a Bold 9700 on the same tariff as currently, then swapping the SIM from my works BB and using that for data/phone and keeping my existing sim in it's little SE702 which is perfect for what I want.
Work won't u/grade my phone and I'm getting a bit tired of the Pearl I have - predictive text is doing my suede in....
So, the question I have is, will I be able to use my O2 (work) SIM in my new Voda BB Bold or will I have to get it unlocked? Voda is normally unlocked in my experience. Or will it prove impossible?
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Work won't u/grade my phone and I'm getting a bit tired of the Pearl I have - predictive text is doing my suede in....
So, the question I have is, will I be able to use my O2 (work) SIM in my new Voda BB Bold or will I have to get it unlocked? Voda is normally unlocked in my experience. Or will it prove impossible?
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25 January 2010, 07:15 PM
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Not impossible, unlocking is very possible indeed. However I have not looked into the mechanics of it. Dont think its terribly hard though.
9700, good choice
Definatly will enjoy it after having a pearl lol
9700, good choice
Definatly will enjoy it after having a pearl lol
25 January 2010, 07:17 PM
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Not sure of the cost, but this is the first one I found.
How to Unlock Blackberry 9700 Bold 2 by Code - BlackBerry Forums at CrackBerry.com
How to Unlock Blackberry 9700 Bold 2 by Code - BlackBerry Forums at CrackBerry.com
25 January 2010, 08:24 PM
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I think Voda BB's always come locked, but as Snaz posted it's easy to unlock for a small fee.
You won't be dissapointed with the 9700, it's an absolutely fantastic phone.
You won't be dissapointed with the 9700, it's an absolutely fantastic phone.
25 January 2010, 08:37 PM
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2 upgrades due soon. Do I ditch my lovely 8520, with B0bb PIN number, (aka Bob the Berry) or stick with it, and get some other toys to play with instead lol.
Decisions decisions.
PS G00ner if you dont have it, try beejive !
26 January 2010, 09:04 AM
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i have to wait another 6 months for my 9700 upgrade from my 9000. smaller, trackpad, and better camera, is that it?
I have been looking at Voda as well. to get the 9700 free i now have to take a 24 month contract. 24 months WTF!!!!!
I have been looking at Voda as well. to get the 9700 free i now have to take a 24 month contract. 24 months WTF!!!!!
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26 January 2010, 10:02 AM
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Most people who have done the step up are happy, a few not.
BlackBerry Bold 9000 vs. BlackBerry Bold 9700 - GSMArena.com
PS im on a 24 month contract on one of my phones. Im happy with the handset, and happy with the contract, so makes no odds to me
26 January 2010, 10:12 AM
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I made some Blackberry Vodka. Started drinking it over Christmas as it had matured for just over a year. Very nice it is too.
Not sure what it has to do with mobile phones mind
Not sure what it has to do with mobile phones mind
26 January 2010, 10:16 AM
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i know, i know, but **** me 24 months!!!!! pack of robbin bastids. nearly £1000 for a handset!!!
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26 January 2010, 10:19 AM
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lol its not £1000 for a handset is it, its 24 months of service.
**** me, hold on how much is the monthly tariff !! Haha
Mine is only £19 a month on the 24 month contract, so less that 480. So what £40+ a month?
**** me, hold on how much is the monthly tariff !! Haha
Mine is only £19 a month on the 24 month contract, so less that 480. So what £40+ a month?
26 January 2010, 10:20 AM
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sloe gin as well. turn a dozen bottles over once a week. out in the garage slowly maturing. should be ready soon
26 January 2010, 10:23 AM
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Ouch, thats a mighty painful tariff ya have there lol.
Im paying less than that for 2 free Blackberry's, both on BIS, with about 1000 mins and unlimited texts between them lol.
Im assuming you get massive talk time etc for that ?
As for what the service costs them, there is still a market, so the price on the mins/texts/BIS all has an official value
Im paying less than that for 2 free Blackberry's, both on BIS, with about 1000 mins and unlimited texts between them lol.
Im assuming you get massive talk time etc for that ?
As for what the service costs them, there is still a market, so the price on the mins/texts/BIS all has an official value
26 January 2010, 03:21 PM
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01 February 2010, 05:46 PM
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Seems to be fine at the moment.
It might be faulty or have a faulty SIM as sometimes it loses phone connection to the network though it hasn't done that for a couple of days now.
Otherwise it's fine - 2 days+ out of the battery with WiFi & Bluetooth on all the time and with me looking at it/playing with it loads.
I find the browser a bit fiddly though and some things (that I use often) don't display how I would expect/like.
It might be faulty or have a faulty SIM as sometimes it loses phone connection to the network though it hasn't done that for a couple of days now.
Otherwise it's fine - 2 days+ out of the battery with WiFi & Bluetooth on all the time and with me looking at it/playing with it loads.
I find the browser a bit fiddly though and some things (that I use often) don't display how I would expect/like.
01 February 2010, 05:57 PM
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Well keep in mind you can use Page view or Column view from options when browsing.
And if you want a different experience all together, Bolt Browser
Download that, and see how you get on.
There is always Mini Opera too
Good battery life, im liking that a lot.
Although even good battery life gets a caining with this lot on the BBM group going on all day lol
And if you want a different experience all together, Bolt Browser
Download that, and see how you get on.
There is always Mini Opera too
Good battery life, im liking that a lot.
Although even good battery life gets a caining with this lot on the BBM group going on all day lol
01 February 2010, 08:57 PM
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It's a superb phone, the best I've had, and I have owned a few over the years. 
Don't forget to upgrade to a newer firmware, the version shipped with mine was a bit sluggish, I'm on 442 now and a new leak is due any time.
I also think this item is essential (not necessarily this seller) -
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/GEL-Silicone-C...item5639278a06
Don't forget to upgrade to a newer firmware, the version shipped with mine was a bit sluggish, I'm on 442 now and a new leak is due any time.
I also think this item is essential (not necessarily this seller) -
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/GEL-Silicone-C...item5639278a06
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01 February 2010, 10:24 PM
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I only have screen protectors on mine, not bothered about the housing so much.
Mine in reference to all the Berry's I have had.
Just think the cases make them just the little bit too bulky, for me anyway.
Wonder what mine will be shipped with, cant wait to see and play
Mine in reference to all the Berry's I have had.
Just think the cases make them just the little bit too bulky, for me anyway.
Wonder what mine will be shipped with, cant wait to see and play
02 February 2010, 10:13 PM
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The gel case is surprisingly thin, but offers very good protection, and although slightly bulkier than a skin, it doesn't get wrenched off when your phone is tucked into your jean pockets.