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178 of 210 people found this review helpful.
The iPhone is a great piece of technology with one of the easiest and practical User Interface's I have seen and used, the only other to be be close is the Mac OS X operating system, with the window scrolling and touch screen I think the iPhone is even better and easier to use.
I'm sure people will like it even more once some new app's start to appear and they get the hang of using the little hidden features in the GUI.
If your into technology this is one device you'll appreciate and get a lot of use out of.
This phone truly sets out the future generation, for mobile devices!
I mean just look at it isn't it beautiful!
The moment I saw apple iphone I fell in love !
It would have been good if they had a 16GB like the iPod touch but what more can you ask for in this package ?
It's just the best ! It's like having a mini Mac in your hand !
And it's the best phone I have owned ! and i have have had a few. !
It's an Excellent Piece of Technology !!!
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I'm sure people will like it even more once some new app's start to appear and they get the hang of using the little hidden features in the GUI.
If your into technology this is one device you'll appreciate and get a lot of use out of.
This phone truly sets out the future generation, for mobile devices!
I mean just look at it isn't it beautiful!
The moment I saw apple iphone I fell in love !
It would have been good if they had a 16GB like the iPod touch but what more can you ask for in this package ?
It's just the best ! It's like having a mini Mac in your hand !
And it's the best phone I have owned ! and i have have had a few. !
It's an Excellent Piece of Technology !!!
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104 of 131 people found this review helpful.
Well... should you?
Basically, the iPhone is great. Be warned though that the internet can be slower than you might have been led to believe. If you have Wi-Fi you will have no probs really but the vast majority of people won't have that access at work, on the train, in the city etc... so it will either go to EDGE which is slower, or GPRS slower still. Also; if the phone is roaming for Wi-Fi all the time the battery will drain well within a day - you can turn off the Wi-Fi search easily though. Some functions like You Tube will only operate in Wi-Fi or EDGE (although it's not worth watching on EDGE as it's too slow to stream)
As for e-mail - It uses a pull system where by the max frequency is every 15 mins. I think that this is more than adequate personally. Anyone who tells you that the keyboard is hard to use either only tried it once, has no dexterity or very fat fingers! After a few texts and e-mails it becomes as natural as breathing. Thumbs up for that!
Generally speaking the functionality is fantastic - the iPod, the pics, the calender, maps etc all good. The camera isn't great but for basic pics of nights out / pets and so on it's more than adequate.
The build quality is good too - although I live in constant fear of scratching the screen (screen protectors are available). It is not a robust phone and the fact that you can't swap the sim to a less valuable phone to do 'outdoory' things is annoying.
It has a good signal strength in low signal areas and, when not constantly looking for Wi-Fi, has a reasonable stand-by battery time. It is also really easy to get started and link to a PC - if I can manage it anyone can!
Overall - the phone is awesome. Is it worth £260 + £35 / month for 18 months? Well possibly not. I can see the price dropping considerably within 6 months as the competition from other mobile manufacturers builds up.
A warning - ONLY BUY THESE FROM O2, APPLE OR CARPHONE WHEREHOUSE! If you get them from anywhere else you are throwing you money away 'cos it won't work in the UK.
My advice to anyone who doesn't have money to throw away is just hang fire and wait for three to six months to see what the price does. If you are a gadget freak then just get it because it will entertain you for weeks.
I hope this has helped you make your mind up - I am glad I got it but feel guilty for what is a considerable splash of cash!
Have fun deciding!
Basically, the iPhone is great. Be warned though that the internet can be slower than you might have been led to believe. If you have Wi-Fi you will have no probs really but the vast majority of people won't have that access at work, on the train, in the city etc... so it will either go to EDGE which is slower, or GPRS slower still. Also; if the phone is roaming for Wi-Fi all the time the battery will drain well within a day - you can turn off the Wi-Fi search easily though. Some functions like You Tube will only operate in Wi-Fi or EDGE (although it's not worth watching on EDGE as it's too slow to stream)
As for e-mail - It uses a pull system where by the max frequency is every 15 mins. I think that this is more than adequate personally. Anyone who tells you that the keyboard is hard to use either only tried it once, has no dexterity or very fat fingers! After a few texts and e-mails it becomes as natural as breathing. Thumbs up for that!
Generally speaking the functionality is fantastic - the iPod, the pics, the calender, maps etc all good. The camera isn't great but for basic pics of nights out / pets and so on it's more than adequate.
The build quality is good too - although I live in constant fear of scratching the screen (screen protectors are available). It is not a robust phone and the fact that you can't swap the sim to a less valuable phone to do 'outdoory' things is annoying.
It has a good signal strength in low signal areas and, when not constantly looking for Wi-Fi, has a reasonable stand-by battery time. It is also really easy to get started and link to a PC - if I can manage it anyone can!
Overall - the phone is awesome. Is it worth £260 + £35 / month for 18 months? Well possibly not. I can see the price dropping considerably within 6 months as the competition from other mobile manufacturers builds up.
A warning - ONLY BUY THESE FROM O2, APPLE OR CARPHONE WHEREHOUSE! If you get them from anywhere else you are throwing you money away 'cos it won't work in the UK.
My advice to anyone who doesn't have money to throw away is just hang fire and wait for three to six months to see what the price does. If you are a gadget freak then just get it because it will entertain you for weeks.
I hope this has helped you make your mind up - I am glad I got it but feel guilty for what is a considerable splash of cash!
Have fun deciding!
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Apple iPhone 3G - 4/5Review created: 07/10/08
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shaunrio123 ( 2 )
The iPhone is a really great phone, iPod, internet device all in one, you really can plan your life with it with the great email, calendar and notes section and this particularly works best if you have an Apple laptop or iMac.
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Very short iPhone reviewReview created: 06/10/08
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harleboydk ( 3 )
Love it.
So many apps and it can be customized.
Recommended
- AWESOME
I don't want to get into details, because a lot of other people are able to do this much better than me.
But more seriously it's a very good phone, that I haven't regreted that I bought for a second.
So many apps and it can be customized.
Recommended
- AWESOME
I don't want to get into details, because a lot of other people are able to do this much better than me.
But more seriously it's a very good phone, that I haven't regreted that I bought for a second.
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my iphoneReview created: 05/10/08
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simple really........i love it because its an iphone......i decided to buy it because its an iphone........i dislike it because i love it so much.....get one.
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Amazing iponeReview created: 05/10/08
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kishanp5781 ( 0 )
Its a iphone, whats not to love about it. If you bid on a iphone you must know what it is you are bidding on. This phone is the best phone on the market right now. It has everything you want and everything you thought a hone would not have.
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Excellent ebayerThe mobile phone was fast delivered and Very Well wrapped. I came across a little problem when unlocking it, but it was just my own fault. The phone was in very good condition and fully agreed with the description. Highly recommended this seller. A++++++++++++++++++++++++++
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IPHONE
) You just need one phone, that's the iphone excellent. love it sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo
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A great eiPhoneReview created: 01/10/08
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This iPhone was well priced and in excellent condition. I love it. It came with all the chargers leads etc.. and a soft case. I use it all the time and love the fact that you can get your email and brouse internet without turning on the main computer. It is also a great iPod,games console as well as a PHONE.
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Apple iphone 8 gig mobile phoneReview created: 01/10/08
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This is a really great phone, so easy to use!
It found and connected automatic to my wireless network at home, no passwording etc etc
Simply plug it into your existing itunes library and you're away...free to download music, photos, videos and applications to your hearts content.
Couldn't fault it if I tried!
It found and connected automatic to my wireless network at home, no passwording etc etc
Simply plug it into your existing itunes library and you're away...free to download music, photos, videos and applications to your hearts content.
Couldn't fault it if I tried!
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Apple iPhone - nothing else like itReview created: 27/09/08
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3 of 3 people found this review helpful.
Anyone who has ever used one of these phones will tell you that there is nothing to beat it There is no other phone that can compare to it. It is sheer pleasure to use! And the ease and additional apps you can add are wonderful. It's more than a phone! It is T H E gadget. Such a shame that Apple has only allowed O2 to be the service provider in the UK.
Many people have made a lot of money out of cracking the monopoly and unlocking the phone for other networks! We should have to freedom to chose surely?
I look forward to the next generation being sim free and wouldn't hesitate to upgrade to a newer version when this comes available
Get an iPhone! It will change the way you view mobile phones!
Many people have made a lot of money out of cracking the monopoly and unlocking the phone for other networks! We should have to freedom to chose surely?
I look forward to the next generation being sim free and wouldn't hesitate to upgrade to a newer version when this comes available
Get an iPhone! It will change the way you view mobile phones!
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this seller is a scamReview created: 25/09/08
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2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
This seller is a scam, he said this phone is a 3G but it isn't. It is only a 2G old model one. He also said this is a brand new but it has a lot of scratch and dent on it. And this item has a lot of parts missing, such as i) sim card tray holder, ii) the original headset, iii) the instruction manual, iv) the charger cradle. He also said I haven't paid him and want to refund the EBay fee. But I have paid him the cash through him bank account in the Nationwide Bank. The account number is 68279244, sort code is 070030, the card number is 564120011368706500, and the amount total is 397 pounds. The reference number of this transaction is 0532/S123Z 0062 on 8th September 2008. I tried to ring him and tell him there is something wrong and I want to return it to him and get my money back. He looked like that he knows why I ring him and don't let me explain just say there is no refund. But in his advert said ' The seller, vonyhorsted, assumes full responsibility for the content of this listing and the item offered.' How come this cheater said something like this is not his fault?
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MSN : opp.eb@hotmail.comReview created: 24/09/08
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We sell brand name electronics from manufacturers around the world.
Our catalog includes:
New Products : PS3 60 go version Europe 2 manettes .
- Televisions : LG, Sharp, Toshiba, Samsung, Sony, Panasonic, Philips, JVC, HP, and many more.
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iphone1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
i like the phone completely it is awesome?
the only thing i dislike is the ringtones that u cant hav a song as it
i decided to buy it coz i had enough of my old phone and there was no other phone i like better than this one
the only thing i dislike is the ringtones that u cant hav a song as it
i decided to buy it coz i had enough of my old phone and there was no other phone i like better than this one
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Apple Iphone 2nd Gen 8gbAll I can say is I would have paid £2000 for a gadget like this 5 years ago. Does everything it says on the label!
Although..... I hope they have increased volume on new 3G.
10/10 apple!!
Although..... I hope they have increased volume on new 3G.
10/10 apple!!
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Apple iphone 8GBReview created: 21/09/08
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This phone is brilliant, very easy to use and does everything and more, sleek looking, got the wow factor. Bought it for the looks and the many functions.
When buying a second hand one remember to put it back to it's original settings, it's very easy to set up from scratch. could have a longer battery life, but this is the only downfall of this phone. Pictures are really good, texting on the touch screen is very easy, as are all the many extra's on th phone. i would recommend this phone to one and all. Brilliant.
When buying a second hand one remember to put it back to it's original settings, it's very easy to set up from scratch. could have a longer battery life, but this is the only downfall of this phone. Pictures are really good, texting on the touch screen is very easy, as are all the many extra's on th phone. i would recommend this phone to one and all. Brilliant.
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Love the iPhone & Apple Store support excellent1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
I wanted an iPhone to try to replace an ageing Blackberry so the version 2 software with Exchange support was the main feature that attracted me. I have wifi access at home and in the office so I didn't need a 3G phone for most of my browsing and mailing.
When I took delivery (very fast from the seller), I upgraded the firmware to 2.0.2 and popped in a payg SIM from O2 but then the phone would not recognize the SIM or any other I tried. I tried to get support online, by phone, and in a shop from O2 (the official carrier in the UK). They were all very nice, but useless in their knowledge of what the problem might be.
Eventually I took a trip to the Apple store in Regent's Street. After 5 minutes with a genuis he said that there was a hardware problem and gave me a new phone. Everything has worked well since then, though I'm having problems with keeping the phone away from my children as they want to play the games I've downloaded from the App Store.
When I took delivery (very fast from the seller), I upgraded the firmware to 2.0.2 and popped in a payg SIM from O2 but then the phone would not recognize the SIM or any other I tried. I tried to get support online, by phone, and in a shop from O2 (the official carrier in the UK). They were all very nice, but useless in their knowledge of what the problem might be.
Eventually I took a trip to the Apple store in Regent's Street. After 5 minutes with a genuis he said that there was a hardware problem and gave me a new phone. Everything has worked well since then, though I'm having problems with keeping the phone away from my children as they want to play the games I've downloaded from the App Store.
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very plesed3 of 3 people found this review helpful.
love the phone, it is th best thing i have bought.
very pleased and glad to have done bussness with the seller !
thanks
very pleased and glad to have done bussness with the seller !
thanks
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APPLE IPHONE 2GReview created: 20/09/08
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2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
EXCELLENT PHONE ALL ROUND GREAT FEATURES THE CAMERA IS FANTASTIC NO BAD POINT ONLY NO SMS TILL UNLOCKED
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iPhoneReview created: 20/09/08
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Amazing Phone worth this money! I use it for messengers, browse web, listen music, watch youtube videos, play gameboy advance games, nes games, and a lot of good stuff.
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completely blown away
) let me say that everything you may have heard about the iPhone interface being revolutionary is completely true, and then some! I honestly can't describe to you how much of a pleasure the iPhone is to use, and compared to pretty much any other mobile device, it's in a completely different league. This comes as no surprise, since Apple has always known how to create fantastic user interfaces - but despite already knowing this, and expecting it, I still found myself completely blown away when I started using the iPhone.
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worst seller in the entire world!!!Review created: 19/09/08
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1 of 2 people found this review helpful.
non responsive! avoid!! non responsive! avoid!! non responsive! avoid!! non responsive! avoid!! non responsive! avoid!! non responsive! avoid!! non responsive! avoid!! non responsive! avoid!! non responsive! avoid!!
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Turbo sim card iphone 3gReview created: 18/09/08
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Everyone claims that works, everyone claims that is excellent .
Well the difference between this one and the one you need to cut is nothing, cause both wont fit into the iphone, the chip in top will touch the plastic inside, so you might need to clean a little the excess of plastic from the sims border and the job is done.
Instructions:
1.activate the iphone with anothers person o2 contract sim card
2.remove the sim card and install your sim with the adapter
3.enjoy how the iphone takes the signal
So far no problems and the product plug, clean and play.
Well the difference between this one and the one you need to cut is nothing, cause both wont fit into the iphone, the chip in top will touch the plastic inside, so you might need to clean a little the excess of plastic from the sims border and the job is done.
Instructions:
1.activate the iphone with anothers person o2 contract sim card
2.remove the sim card and install your sim with the adapter
3.enjoy how the iphone takes the signal
So far no problems and the product plug, clean and play.
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the item was on black list in ukReview created: 17/09/08
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mneata78785 ( 2 )
1 of 2 people found this review helpful.
The seller posted the item like it was free for any network but the item was listed on black list and was claimed from the insurance, so don't buy anymore from this guy, and i hope I will get my money back from him.
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Took a bit of getting used to ...Review created: 16/09/08
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Took a bit of getting used to after using a Nokia 6300 for a couple of years, but after just two or three weeks of using it, I think it's fabulous. The QWERTY keyboard is really good, graphics are excellent and it connects via bluetooth to my TomTom - it's simply a beautiful piece of kit.
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waste of time and moneyReview created: 15/09/08(updated 15/09/08)
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1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
decided to buy the phone to see what all the fuss was about ( big mistake )
Bluetooth dont seem to work with anything, cant hold the phone in one hand and use it, far to fragile, cant remove the battery, what happens when the batterie dies a death ? which it will as it doesn`t last anytime at all.
I bought an unlocked one that simply would not work on my orange account.
Overall a complete waste of time, energy and money
PS. the phone also felt like I had a brick in my hand, way to big compared to todays modern phones.....
Bluetooth dont seem to work with anything, cant hold the phone in one hand and use it, far to fragile, cant remove the battery, what happens when the batterie dies a death ? which it will as it doesn`t last anytime at all.
I bought an unlocked one that simply would not work on my orange account.
Overall a complete waste of time, energy and money
PS. the phone also felt like I had a brick in my hand, way to big compared to todays modern phones.....
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iphone 2g 8gbReview created: 14/09/08
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A+++ amazing might be big but is worth it never will change best buy ever i love all the free apps from the app store
GET ONE !!!!!!
GET ONE !!!!!!
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