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Re: N900 UK Networks

Hey guys,
New member here - decided to register and post after lurking for a few weeks.
I'm new to buying contracts online and don't know what to do. I have a N95 8GB currently on Vodafone, with the contract due to end very soon.
Should I buy one on MPD as an "upgrade" option or as a new contract (I'm not bothered about keeping my number)
Any help would greatly appreciated :)
Cheers,
Rhos.

Re: N900 UK Networks

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Originally Posted by evad (Post 371122)

Nope, MPD is excusively offering contracts within NFS itself. I have confirmed that personally when I was there last week (and got surprised a bit too!).

If they will be able to offer the same deal for T-Mobile in-store as they did on website before this weekend, then the choice is simple. :) Otherwise I'll wait for delivery from website.

Please let me know if they are :)

Re: N900 UK Networks

I just had an interesting phone call with the London Nokia Flagship store.

They have two contracts available for the N900:

T-mobile:

Cost: £35pm (handset free of charge)
Contract duration: 18 months
X-net minutes: 700
Texts: Unlimited
Mobile Web: Unlimited (FUP 1Gb/m)

Vodafone:

Cost: £35pm (handset free of charge)
Contract duration: 24 months
X-net minutes: 600
Texts: Unlimited
Mobile Web: Unlimited (FUP 500Mb/m)

T-mobile seems a clear winner, right? Well, maybe not. The chap I spoke to said that the T-mobile phones will be both locked to the T-mobile network, and operator branded. He confirmed that this meant T-mobile will release their own version of the firmware, and nokia provided firmware will not work. Vodafone will be completely unbranded / unlocked.

I don't mind a network lock so much, but the operator branding just isn't acceptable, especially without knowing how easy it will be to circumvent. Then again, I suspect the employee I talked to gets a better commission on Vodafone sales... What are the chances he doesn't have his facts straight?

Either way, all of you with MPD T-mobile contracts might want to get a bit nervous! :D

Re: N900 UK Networks

MPD told me 2 weeks ago theres no branded or provider specific software on their N900s

Re: N900 UK Networks

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Originally Posted by evad (Post 371060)

I'm starting to consider following idea: pop-out to Nokia Flagship Store, which is just 10 minute walking distance from my work, if N900 is in stock there, cancel MPD online order and buy the same MPD contract within store itself. That way I might get my N900 before this weekend. Hmmm... ;)

I called the flagship store directly about an hour ago. They still have no idea there... the salesperson said it should be available this month....

Re: N900 UK Networks

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Originally Posted by Big Phat Jan (Post 371351)

T-mobile seems a clear winner, right? Well, maybe not. The chap I spoke to said that the T-mobile phones will be both locked to the T-mobile network, and operator branded. He confirmed that this meant T-mobile will release their own version of the firmware, and nokia provided firmware will not work. Vodafone will be completely unbranded / unlocked.

I don't believe that, tbh. If that was the case, the T-Mobile would most likely be selling N900 directly through their sales channels, not through 3rd party retailers like MPD. Why T-Mobile would ever bother customising/locking a handset they don't actually sell themselves (unless they ARE planning to do so, which might also be the case - who knows)? Also, before I placed an order with MPD, I've called them specifically asking about simlock status, they confirmed there will be no lock on the handset.

Nonetheless, that is getting interesting and I am really curious what the final outcome will be!

Re: N900 UK Networks

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Originally Posted by evad (Post 371375)

I don't believe that, tbh.

I hope you're right! I'm just reporting what the Nokia Flagship Store employee told me (at 15:49 GMT according to my phone log). It lost him a sale so I can't really see why he'd make it up, beyond being honestly mistaken of course.

I'm sure it will all sort itself out soon enough.

Cheers,
Jan

Re: N900 UK Networks

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Originally Posted by Big Phat Jan (Post 371390)

I'll pop down to NFS tomorrow lunchtime perhaps, so I'll keep you guys updated with latest news on the matter. ;)

Re: N900 UK Networks

Does the NFS deliver or is it in store purchases only?

Re: N900 UK Networks

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Originally Posted by andygt (Post 371409)

Does the NFS deliver or is it in store purchases only?

In store only, me thinks.