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With regards to the TyTn II...
My buddy is vacationing in Hong Kong this week and I was wondering if I'll run into any problems if I have him pick one up for me in the market over there?
I need to have him make sure that it's a 120 with 2 cameras.
I need to have him make sure it's not a German version with the 'z' and 'y' keys reversed.
Are there any other issues or things to consider?
Will I be able to re-flash? I don't know what else to ask.
I don't know if they are available, what the price might be or anything else. I'm also not able to have him bring back a box of them -- he's just a friend on vacation who might be able to do me a favor. (i.e. I'm not going to become a salesman for these.)
TyTN4Me said:
With regards to the TyTn II...
My buddy is vacationing in Hong Kong this week and I was wondering if I'll run into any problems if I have him pick one up for me in the market over there?
I need to have him make sure that it's a 120 with 2 cameras.
I need to have him make sure it's not a German version with the 'z' and 'y' keys reversed.
Are there any other issues or things to consider?
Will I be able to re-flash? I don't know what else to ask.
I don't know if they are available, what the price might be or anything else. I'm also not able to have him bring back a box of them -- he's just a friend on vacation who might be able to do me a favor. (i.e. I'm not going to become a salesman for these.)
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Sure, why not. Its not like china has a horrible reputation lately LOL
On a serious note, I dunno, still waiting for mine from at&t. I couldnt resist though.
I bought mine from HK..it's English Version...
All kaiser in HK is with 2 cameras, comes with 1 yr warranty..If any problem within 10 days..they will replace it with new one..
Right now... mine is working great..
Only the ATT ones will have the 100,200 etc. All the HTC branded phones will be unlocked and have all the features.
Consider warranty aspect
The Kaiser versions sold here are with 2 cameras and not locked to any carrier, and available in English. Comes with UK compatible power plug.
Only downside is that there is no worldwide warranty, just Hong Kong warranty.
Price?
aublumberg said:
The Kaiser versions sold here are with 2 cameras and not locked to any carrier, and available in English. Comes with UK compatible power plug.
Only downside is that there is no worldwide warranty, just Hong Kong warranty.
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Thanks so much for the info and advice.
If I was going to send my buddy around do you have any advice on what the name of the best market is and what his top negotiating price should be (in HK$)? He's Chinese but grew up in the US so he'll probably get taken advantage of like any other expat? LOL
He's been staying near Wan Chai.
Thanks again!
TyTN4Me said:
Thanks so much for the info and advice.
If I was going to send my buddy around do you have any advice on what the name of the best market is and what his top negotiating price should be (in HK$)? He's Chinese but grew up in the US so he'll probably get taken advantage of like any other expat? LOL
He's been staying near Wan Chai.
Thanks again!
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There is a Wan Chai computer mall near where your friend is staying. They have some reputable shops such as Master OA, etc. Some other shops to buy from are Broadway, Fortress, Wilson phone shops, telco shops (CSL and 12Free) - they have shops in many places.
For now, it seems price is pretty standard (HK$5980-6180) since there is only official goods (i.e, from authorized distributor) available. So, it is unlikely your friend will get cheated there. There are 2 versions, English and Chinese with the earlier in lower quantity.
Hope this helps.
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Hope this helps.
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Thanks so much!!!
That's exactly what I needed to know.
i just bought a set in HK Wilson communications in causeway bay for $6080hkd. Came with a card reader and 2gb microSD.
Saw it selling for $5800HKD yesterday at Mongkok Sin Tat building i dont think it comes with freebies.
I'm gonna have some very green eyed friends when I get home lol
jagr said:
i just bought a set in HK Wilson communications in causeway bay for $6080hkd. Came with a card reader and 2gb microSD.
Saw it selling for $5800HKD yesterday at Mongkok Sin Tat building i dont think it comes with freebies.
I'm gonna have some very green eyed friends when I get home lol
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Yeah Sin Tat building has tons of shops selling mobile phones including unlocked iPhone and Kaiser. They may have lower price but the I personally prefer buying from more reputable shops.
Hm, regarding ur friends, maybe u should buy some (>1 Kaiser) just in case ur friends turn nasty.
Hi everyone
Any news on the UK release? Any insiders know when O2, T-mobile, orange might be releasing it?
Thanks!
The only thing I know about is that HTC have given a "worst case scenario" date (and everything generally is a worst case scenario with them) of the 23rd of June for the unbranded (HTC branded, to be specific) version. I don't actually know whether or not the delay that has affected the unbranded versions will affect the branded versions (i.e. O2 XDA Diamond, T-Mobile whatever).
First stock was delivered on Friday but I missed that order so my order is being delivered on Thursday. Getting really excited now. Wondered whatg i should do with my aging tytn?
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First stock was delivered on Friday but I missed that order so my order is being delivered on Thursday. Getting really excited now. Wondered whatg i should do with my aging tytn?
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Hope you havent ordered with TotalPDA. They're TotalLYERS
Fortunately not. I am (hopefully) getting mine from insight. Getting worried now though due to so many people getting stuffed by other suppliers.
I pop into an Orange shop yesterday and the fella there said that it popped up on they're intra net as a 'coming soon' last week. And that it usually means its out within 6 weeks, fingers crossed we've only got 5 more weeks!
im waiting for orange too
i just check the site and there is nothing on the comming soon for the diamond
i hope i get mine before i go to hong kong for a holiday (sept)
not to say that ill also be looking at what phones they have to offer there too
ARGH! SOB. Just spoke to my supplier and he told me the uk dist has pushed the delivery date back to July! B*ll*x. Might cancel the order now and just wait for the Touch Pro
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ARGH! SOB. Just spoke to my supplier and he told me the uk dist has pushed the delivery date back to July! B*ll*x. Might cancel the order now and just wait for the Touch Pro
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Which supplier is that?
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ARGH! SOB. Just spoke to my supplier and he told me the uk dist has pushed the delivery date back to July! B*ll*x. Might cancel the order now and just wait for the Touch Pro
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July is pretty bad - especially considering the fact that the orignal release was planned for early June. I'm getting quite worried now that I won't get my Diamond for ages...
But I won't consider the Touch Pro unless the Diamond's release date is pushed all the way back to within a week or two of the Toch Pro's release date...
I read on a blog that orange will have it June 22nd.
I personally prefer the O2 design, with the rear panel that won't catch finger prints and the blue touch flo style.
I spoke to 5 O2 stores in and around glasgow, and not one of them agreed with any other about the release of diamond, ive had everything from "never heard of it" to "christmas, cuz we don lese ones ight new" (translated for normal folk, he said they dont release phones at ths time of year and it'll be more like christmas)
in short, no one has the first foggiest when O2 will release
Got mine...
Got mine from expansys. It looks like they are the only site with actual stock. Arrived yesterday and even came with a free DECT/VOIP phone - which I will probably never use!
Its a very nice device, although Opera takes a little getting used to. Was a bit concerned about battery life, but second overnight charge seems to have sorted it out.
Horse
Insight is my supplier. Looks like even Expansys have changed it to 25June this a 13 day delivery time. Why do they do this to us?
This is exactly what happened with the Cruise and one of the reasons I decided to bite the bullet and pay the extortionate Expansys prices.
All you guys still waiting have my sympathies, I know what it's like.
On the bright side of things though I can assure you all it's worth waiting for. Once you've tweaked it that is
Be Carefull
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Got mine from expansys. It looks like they are the only site with actual stock. Arrived yesterday and even came with a free DECT/VOIP phone - which I will probably never use!
Its a very nice device, although Opera takes a little getting used to. Was a bit concerned about battery life, but second overnight charge seems to have sorted it out.
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I am having a huge problem with Expansys... I got mine a few days ago! Its a dodgy GREY HongKong import job!
Juggles said:
I am having a huge problem with Expansys... I got mine a few days ago! Its a dodgy GREY HongKong import job!
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huge problem? or the problem is that its an import?
Its conclusive now that expansys are selling the grey imports - its not just a theory - i thought everyone knew already!
Anyway you can return (distance selling regulations) and avoid any restocking fee because its not as advertised - they 'suggest' its a UK model.
Guys, how can I tell if it's a HK import? What to look for on packaging and/or device? I heard it finally came to Bulgaria and gonna go check it out someday next week. How to make sure it's the EU model?
register it with HTC club ... look for EU plug charge ... maybe ROM difference - not an WWE but customized for Bulgaria ?
I mean before I buy it...
I found a guy who said he can get some brand new htc x7500/x7501 keyboards. right now they are 50pounds but i am trying to get him down to 40 pounds if i can find 5 people who want one. so if you really want one not just thinking about it. post a message here saying you want one and tell me the country you live in. so i can see if he ships their
hi irus,
I own a 7501. Im from the philippines and was wondering how much he would charge for the shipping here.
I'm in New Jersey USA and was wondering the same about shipping and price...TJ
i will check for both of you and let you know, sometimes he takes a couple of days to respond JSUK
irus said:
i will check for both of you and let you know, sometimes he takes a couple of days to respond JSUK
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Been a while huh? I would love one myself Atlanta, GA here find out price including shipping. Also if he can get the housing on the 7501 that would be a plus also.
the guy responded with 10 pounds, so i guess thats just a flat rate
@tootallk2000 he has not responded yet to the x7501 case yet.
i live in texas with a 7501 i have been look everywhere for a new keyboard since i lost my old one. if it is too late is there a way for you to put me in touch with him, i honestly cant find anyone who carries these. thanks a bunch
Thanks in advance, I also need in keyboard mine is x7500 sliver color. i am staying in india.please let me the cost.
htc x7500 keyboard
Hi Irus,
I know it's been a while but i would like an original new keyboard for my htc x7500 and if you can have one with arabic letters on it it would be even better.
I am in United Arab Emirates
Kind Regards
I’m bought here, no problem. Free shipping !!!
http://cgi.ebay.com/V629-Keyboard-K...ries?hash=item3352cc7198&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
or
http://cgi.ebay.com/V629-Keyboard-b...ries?hash=item3a51e2f69c&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
Silver
http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-KEYPAD-KEYB...ries?hash=item5acdf909a2&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14
http://www.shope2.com/Product.php?product_id=46398
Well just as an opening thread for now... ordered the HTC Diamond 2...should be with me next thursday all being well
Release date is 8/3 from memory so if they ship out on the same day...
Have explained about the returns etc and that I would want to turn it on/mess about to test out before formally excepting it... the company are fine with this as long as its in re-sellable condition along with packaging etc.
Things I will test that my current Diamond (first edition) has really annoyed me:
1. Both ear and loud speaker volume (and I know about the hack that in the end simply distorts the speaker)
2. Touch screen - how much does it compare to the iphone...iphone nipped it in the bud with their screen in how good it is in responsivness...you can literally touchtype on it...the Diamond even with the hack is still not as good and sometimes annoying if its too sensitive.
3. Battery life
4. Quite important, it's compatibility with my Audi bluetooth kit - current one displays missed calls/dialled calls/entire phonebook etc on my Audi screen.
5. Any sort or genuine windows slide to answer/slide to unlock? S2U2 is great but still has a few annoyances which is perfectly acceptable given that its free, someones spent a lot of hard time on it etc
I think thats my top 5 really - my threshold is if 2 of the 5 fail, its going back.
One of the items that must pass is point 4.
Will report back when I get it!
I just ordered mine yesterday too. Can't wait to get it...
And about Battery life and answer/slide unlock you don't need to bother, it's fine and in the Diamond2 it's a better battery!
The only thing that bothers me is.. that there's no D-PAD. I hope we're going to get used to it...
Orderd mine today too. Now the waiting begins...
Curious about life without dpad too....
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Orderd mine today too. Now the waiting begins...
Curious about life without dpad too....
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Where did you ordered yours? Cause I live in Belgium but I am not sure what site to order, I think pdashop.be or something like that. I am born in Holland so I got relatives that live there,so maybe it could be easier to order it and send it to their adres? The release date was the 14the of April right? Can`t wait I already sold my Diamond and are currently using an old Samsung D900
I'm from belgium aswell, been looking into it, i think our cheapest (doesnt say much for how early u get it, but cheap is what counts for me!) option is http://www.belzaak.nl/preorder/HTC/6972/HTC_Touch_Diamond_II_NL/
delivery to belgium is like 13€, making it a whopping 41€ cheaper than pdashop ...
Ordered Diamond2 today £6.99 on a £30 X 18Month T-mobile 400min + 400txt + H Unlimited Data)=£547 ish will add another £5 for webNWalk Max about 320kbs in my area
Been sent a order dispatch date of 10th April so it looks like we a week early start
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Ordered Diamond2 today £6.99 on a £30 X 18Month T-mobile 400min + 400txt + H Unlimited Data)=£547 ish will add another £5 for webNWalk Max about 320kbs in my area
Been sent a order dispatch date of 10th April so it looks like we a week early start
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You guys are all lucky bastards , haha just messing with you guys, I am trying to sell my Fuze right now so I can buy a Diamond 2, anyone interested
I am curious to see if Diamond 2's speakers are going to be better than my current Diamond. If it's as good as Touch HD's, then it'll be great. Also, will it come with Net Compact Framework 3.5, cos lots of new apps require that. Will be checking this thread on and off before the set becomes available in Malaysia. Last question - price - cheaper than Touch HD?
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I am curious to see if Diamond 2's speakers are going to be better than my current Diamond. If it's as good as Touch HD's, then it'll be great. Also, will it come with Net Compact Framework 3.5, cos lots of new apps require that. Will be checking this thread on and off before the set becomes available in Malaysia. Last question - price - cheaper than Touch HD?
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The Diamond 2 will most likely come with Net Compact Framework 3.5, as for the price... yes it will be cheaper than the HD, according to Expansys - the Diamond 2 will be $125 usd cheaper.
I just ordered mine as well. My supplier said it was supposed to arrive yesterday, but its stuck with customs. Im anxiously waiting for his call today, if not tomorrow. I wonder if i will be the first in the world to own it (that is IF it isnt an april fool's joke!)
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Where did you ordered yours?
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I ordered mine at pdashop.nl, it's expected to arrive on april 10th. I ordered other things from them before and never had any complaint. They also do very well consistently in the tweakers.net shop review. They do indeed have a belgian equivalent: pdashop.be.
For me, service is important. I have owned both an E-ten PDA and an HTC PDA. Both have had problems and have been sent RMA once. If a repair is needed, I want that to happen quickly and without trouble. I would never buy any grey device. But that's just MHO.
At a Webshop here in Switzerland it says "will be available approx. early April".. I guess it's coming on the 10th of April aswell.
Can't wait to replace my HTC TyTN II with a Diamond2...
I ordered mine from here http://www.handtec.co.uk/product.php/1868/ I can't wait for it to arrive, life without a D-Pad is gonna suck but it still beats the hell outta having an Elf-in !!
india
i frm india any idea which site to get it frm and tell can i get any version or all are the same pls help im a noooooooob
thanks guys
I don't know where to buy in India. However, devices sold in different countries have different ROM's. If you buy a device with a language different from your own you would have to hard splash it and upload a custom ROM from XDA or an official HTC ROM in another language. You'd be screwed if it would break and you would need to have it repaired under warranty. Then it has to have the original ROM it came with on it.
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I ordered mine at pdashop.nl, it's expected to arrive on april 10th.
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Damn, they changed the date to june 17th **** happens...
It is moved to the 17th of april so a couple of days later
Yikes, I did not realise this thread caught so much interest lol!
Well mines still 8th April so getting quite anxious as its in 4 days time!
I got mine from Clove.co.uk for £401 or something around that figure including vat and delivery
anyone knows when they'll release it in Singapore?
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anyone knows when they'll release it in Singapore?
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Yes, i had ordered it on www.expansys.com.sg
i also live in singapore.
Hello there!, arround 11 (working) days ago, someone sent me a kaiser from Florida to Colombia, i'm still waiting so my question is, how good the service is? (with USPS for international shipments), so far 11 days its a LOT since they website says 6 to 10 working days with the priority int mail. Any idea what can i do? they do not offer tracking numbers for small packages anyway i have paid insurance for it, should i wait or try to contact directly to usa? seems like they dont have an office here.. nice huh
International sendings are ok, but problem is when arrives to your country customs.
For example here in Mexico, a friend send me a couple of years ago a Kaiser and time passed so I checked online and shipping company stated it arrived to the country, then I went to customs and they said it never arrived, so they took the kaiser and confiscate it!
I´ll never seng again an electronic device from out to my country, it´s better to send to a friedn to a country where it has a trustable customs service.
Hope this is not yuor case and my intention is not to scare you at all, just to share my not good experience.
Good luck with yours!
p.s. I like your ROM history!!
yeah i hope this is not the case, anyway if the phone is confisctared, stolen or watever, i have paid an insurance also it was an ebay purshase so my money is covered by paypal the problem is, i need the phonee lol
p.s thanks, i think my list is a lil big but you know, is always good to test things
The you should be ok as you have insurance
Have patience!
almost 3 weeks.. i have a lot! lol