Looking at updating my mobile

FordFan86 · 31-08-2005, 11:16 AM

My phone plan on the 6100 i got 2 yrs ago runs out in 2 months and i would like to update. I've been looking at the Motorola E1000 and it looks like it'd suit me fine (parents recently got 2 of these on a plan) Has any one had any experience with this phone or could recommend any others?
Also, the 6100 is worth about $200now, what would i be able to sell this for, and are numbers transferable between phones and phone companies as i'd be looking at going thru 3 with the $49 cap as some of my bills have been up to $70 a month.
Thanks for your help,
-James

Quasi · 31-08-2005, 12:13 PM

Generally speaking numbers are transferrable, even doing it with pre-paids now.

To be certain I would speak with the service provider of choice, as they are really the only ones who can give you a definite answer, on that. The SIM card should work from one phone to the other these days, but if changing providers a new SIM may be needed.

Sourbastard · 31-08-2005, 12:13 PM

highly recommended.

Perana · 31-08-2005, 12:19 PM

I like this one: Motorola 8000X

RED_EL_XR8 · 31-08-2005, 12:35 PM

Those may be fine & dandy but the busy executive like James may appreciate the extra battery life these babies offer.

Nokia - crippling people.

RED_EL_XR8 · 31-08-2005, 12:51 PM

Or you could even consider one of these Ericsson's which come with an included hands free !

tickford2001 · 31-08-2005, 12:55 PM

bwahahaha you guys crack me up...

Sourbastard · 31-08-2005, 01:24 PM

This nifty little unit comes with its own organizer and helmet!

RED_EL_XR8 · 31-08-2005, 01:34 PM

And come decision time James dont forget to tick the box marked bluetooth, because for only two thirds of the price of the handset, you can buy a nifty accessory earpiece like the one pictured.

These devices allow you to assume the persona of creature that is half cyborg, half tosspot, all while balancing a battery from one ear.

M14A-Mclaren · 31-08-2005, 04:51 PM

That Motorola is a good choice (the one from this millennium), 3G and Bluetooth future proof it pretty well, personally (slightly biased) I would get a Sony Ericsson K600i or K750i

niko · 31-08-2005, 04:57 PM

lotsa great mobiles out there lately, but ive found most to have really crap battery life.

red el xr8 dad had one of those mounted in his truk wen they 1st come out

M14A-Mclaren · 31-08-2005, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by niko

lotsa great mobiles out there lately, but ive found most to have really crap battery life.

UMTS consumes battery power HARDOUT compared to GSM, thats probably why your finding new phones are using a heap of power.

FordFan86 · 31-08-2005, 08:07 PM

RED and sour, u both suck. u 2 ben.

Sourbastard · 31-08-2005, 08:08 PM

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Originally Posted by FordFan86

RED and sour, u both suck. u 2 ben.

why do i get mentioned second? Im twice the pain in the **** he is.

Casper · 31-08-2005, 08:13 PM

All too technical for me... I'd get this:

**Bluehoon** · 31-08-2005, 08:42 PM

If you want some features, get a blackberry, they're cool.

About to get one for work
Email, bluetooth and net access wherever, whenever :1syellow1

GlennBA · 31-08-2005, 09:25 PM

moto v620 or v3

flavze · 01-09-2005, 03:47 PM

Just got myself a K750i, is pretty cool. Battery lasts about a week if i don't talk to much on it.

Steffo · 01-09-2005, 03:54 PM

Just keep the 6100.. geez, whats wrong with it? Its a phone, you can call people, you can receive calls..

M14A-Mclaren · 01-09-2005, 05:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Steffo

Just keep the 6100.. geez, whats wrong with it? Its a phone, you can call people, you can receive calls..

Same reason people upgrade their cars... the old car probably still gets from A to B, so using your logic no one would upgrade.

andrew_smith_84 · 01-09-2005, 05:36 PM

i've got a E1000, pritty good phone

loxxr6 · 01-09-2005, 05:43 PM

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Just got myself a K750i,

That or the Nokia 6680 (or 6670) are on my list.

Steffo · 01-09-2005, 05:47 PM

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Originally Posted by M14A-Mclaren

Same reason people upgrade their cars... the old car probably still gets from A to B, so using your logic no one would upgrade.

Yes, but a 6100 is by no means old.

mustang · 01-09-2005, 09:28 PM

Im Lookin at the Nokia 6101

BuuBox · 03-09-2005, 02:44 PM

I'm currently on 3, and I don't really know if it'd recommend it... the Indian call centers give you the s, constantly trying to sign you up to everything under the sun, despite saying "no". Most phones are also sim locked, which I think it just plain rude, especially if it's on a plan.

If I were you, I'd pick up a Sony Ericcson K750i on Optus or Telstra or someone. I've got a Z1010 on 3, and I can't fault it nor kill it, despite numerous attempts. The only thing I've got against it is the size, but then that's applicable on all 3 phones!

Whatever you do, don't get a LG mobile on 3, I've got a dead one here used for 2 months, and it wouldn't be fixed under warrenty because it had some scratches on it. The second one has been in for warrenty work twice. The Motorola's aren't bad, but aparently the battery life is dreadful. Unless you've got a fetish for video calls, stick with GSM.

FordFan86 · 03-09-2005, 03:25 PM

All call centres are indian....

JADED6 · 05-09-2005, 12:09 AM

Opened the thread expecting some good advice (opinions) but got a laugh instead....
Fair trade off. LOL.
Think I'll go the 6230i, 6230 is a good phone and the 6230i is an upgrade on that including a 1megapixel camera.

jaytyn · 05-09-2005, 01:14 AM

I just brought a K750i... fantastic phone. 2megapixel cam etc

Pik0 · 05-09-2005, 01:49 AM

i have a 6260, pretty good phone and the swivel thing is cool, no complaints with it so far though it does lose a bit of its user friendlyness with button placement..

Kenaz · 05-09-2005, 10:23 AM

I'm in the same boat. I'll be upgrading in a month or two when my contract runs out. I'm considering the Ericsson K750i. My current phone is a T610, which is pretty good.