Hey guys.
I'm just about up for an upgrade with O2 from my XDAs (which I adore, even though I use like 10% of its capabilities!!) but the problem is that I'm living in the US now. So, I really want the Exec, as it'll save me lugging a laptop about, but am worried that it'll get uber expensive to run here, due to crazy roaming costs.
I'm thinking about changing my tarrif over to a "Data Only" with 5mb per month, at some 8 Pounds a month, but am I right in saying that as soon as I log on to GPRS in the US that I'll be charged "Roaming" fees and that my 5mb will go untouched? If so, is there anyway to get around this, as I like the look and the functionality of the Exec, but don't really have a desire to fork out $1000 for one! Are there going to be any compatability issues in using a UK handset as a main device in the US? Are O2 going to let me swop from my 200 Minutes plan to an Online plan that costs just 8 Pounds? Are there any requirements to being a "Business User"? I've Emailed O2, but to say that they were unhelpful is a huge understatement and then some!!
Lastly: can I play Java games on it/my XDA? Whenever I go to an onlione store with Java games, all of the handsets I see are Motorola and Nokia, etc, and never an XDA. I'm asuming that it must be able to play them, but does anyone have any comments or tips on the process? Thanks guys.
Why dont you just use a sim card from the US depending on where you go you can just buy a sim card if your phone is unlocked hope that help
Hmm. Okay, I think that that would make sense (tbh, I hadn't thought of that!). Okay, is the Exec unlockable? If so, how does one go about it? IE: is it an easy process?
The Exec should already be unlocked: http://forum.xda-developers.com/viewtopic.php?t=30330
yes all execs are unlocked. I have a spare one if you are willing to buy.
Hi GadgetGirl: thanks for the tip and link. I'll check it out.
Zillocx: thanks man, but I already have a line on one. Thanks for the offer though.
Teflon,
be sure to consider a T-Mobile USA SIM since T-Mobile uses GSM 1900 only which is the only US band that the Exec supports. Cingular uses GSM 850/1900 in most major US markets so you'd experience inconsistent since the Exec doesn't have GSM 850. T-Mobile USA is also the best US GSM network to use for data. They have unlimited data plans if you sign a contract with them. If I recall correctly, the unlimited plans run between $19.99 and $49.99 (Unlimited Internet Plan) per month.
http://www.t-mobile.com/services/webandinfo.asp (T-Zones Mobile Web Plan, $5.99/month)
http://www.t-mobile.com/plans/default.asp?tab=internet
I use a universal (Jasjar) and I live in the US, so I can tell you that it's definitely worthwhile I can also give you a bit of advice about a service provider...
Your two options for GSM providers are T-Mobile and Cingular. Like Triband said, T-Mobile only uses 1900MHz, so you know you'll get a signal as long as T-Mobile has coverage there. Cingular uses both 850MHz and 1900MHz, so you can run into some issues with Cingular. Generally, however, in the cities and more populated areas Cingular will have 1900MHz coverage while rural areas are more likely to be 850MHz only. Overall Cingular has better coverage then T-Mobile, but unfortunately there are no maps or anything available to consumers that show where they have 1900MHz coverage and where it is only 850MHz. I'm using Cingular with my Jasjar and I've had very few coverage problems.
Prepaid service in the US is considerably more than it would be with a contract, so if you're going to be in the US for a while, or you will be using your phone a lot you might not want to go prepaid (although I'm sure its much less than international roaming). Here Cingular has an advantage because they'll let you sign a month to month contract where you can cancel whenever you want. With T-Mobile you must sign a contract for a full year.
Please let me know if you have any other questions
Brett
Hi BrettS, where did you bought the Jasjar?
cktlcmd said:
Hi BrettS, where did you bought the Jasjar?
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I got mine from Expansys USA http://www.expansys-usa.com/
Brett
Hey guys,
Well, I just got married, so I'll be living in the US on a permanent basis. I'm towards the East Coast (New Haven, to be exact). My wife is American, and she's with Cingular, so that may be the way to go as calls between us would be free, from what she tells me. I'll do some detailed research into it, although further comments would be appreciated. I'll check out those links too. Now, if I can just get O2 to stop being such asses I'll be a happy man!!
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I got mine from Expansys USA http://www.expansys-usa.com/
Brett
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Do they have warranty on it or does I-mate honor the warranty no matter where you bought the unit? I saw that the I-mate Phone store has it too for 1200 USD. Why did you not bought it from them and opted for expansysUSA?
cktlcmd,
I have a Jasjar as well and I also got it from expansys. I use expansys because I purchased the previous two devices (XDA, I-mate PocketPC Phone ) from them. During my purchase of the Pocket PC phone, I original got the Qtek 2020 and I was not happy. They took it back and sent me the I-mate version without any issues. Overall all accessories and devices purchased from them have been a good experience. In all cases they did honor their 15 days policies if the product did not perform as expected.
Teflon, I am using Cingular and they seems to have the best coverage for GSM in the US. I am located in the East Coast.
Is there a place to purchase the wizard in the San Diego area? Like radioshack? I need one that is preferably unlocked or does not require signing up with a network coz I plan to bring it back home outside the US.
I have one brandnew.. for 550.00 not unlocked but as you can see there is software on here for it... i'm in san diego.. contact me [email protected]
I'll be traveling to the States soon. Wonder
1: if I can use video calling on Skype/MSN etc. on my 838 Pro?
2: Which carrier provides pre-paid HSDPA in San Francisco area?
Thanks.
Michael
Cingular is pretty much the only 3GSM provider here right now. I believe they do have UMTS/HSDPA service in San Francisco, but I don't know if the GoPhone (prepaid) service allows it or any kind of data service. Better ask them - www.cingular.com
Also, you might want to search HowardForums for a lot more info on the subject.
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Cingular is pretty much the only 3GSM provider here right now. I believe they do have UMTS/HSDPA service in San Francisco, but I don't know if the GoPhone (prepaid) service allows it or any kind of data service. Better ask them - www.cingular.com
Also, you might want to search HowardForums for a lot more info on the subject.
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Thanks. Lots of info there. Not as dedicated as this forum...
Hello I just Baught A Mytouch 3g Yesterday from an individual so she sold me 2tmobile mytouches for 200 well now i find out tmobile doesnt support coverage in my area is there anyway of unlockin the mytouch without doin the signup thing thanks in advanced
Just get your f**king money back!!!
Or you can take it to the nearest T-Mobile Store, tell them your story about not checking the coverage in your area before buying the phones, and just hope they will unlock it for you (this might cost some money)
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Hello I just Baught A Mytouch 3g Yesterday from an individual so she sold me 2tmobile mytouches for 200 well now i find out tmobile doesnt support coverage in my area is there anyway of unlockin the mytouch without doin the signup thing thanks in advanced
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I'll give ya your $200 back for both
No problem getting rid of the phones
You should have no problem reselling those phones for $200. If you lived in Central Florida, they would go fast. I would even buy them.
If T Mobile doesn't cover you area, advertise and sell them. Get your money back. You can have them unlocked. But there are certain things that won't function correctly. And, I've only seen people use them with AT&T. But, with the problems that come with unlocking them for another service provider, it may not be worth it to you.
Does anyone here live or knows someone in southern Indiana who is or was on T-mobile that i can get feed back from? Nobody i know is on this network so i dont know how good they are around here. Im thinking of switching to them purely for a phone they have, but i have some concerns about the network itself.. I cant trust the coverage network map they have cause... well networks are known to exaggerate their actual coverage.
Any thoughts or input would be great..