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Which mobile for between 15K & 18K?

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prasad_den
prasad_den Original post #1
Oct 11, 2005 at 12:28 PM
Hi guys,
I'm planning to buy a new mobile, with a budget between 15K & 18K. I'm considering nokia 6630 or SE K750i. Can you suggest the best in this price range? :?
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deadman #2
Oct 11, 2005 at 1:01 PM
k750i
but it cost 19,500
C
Oct 11, 2005 at 4:14 PM
If u specifically want good camera phone, picture quality go for SE 750ki.
else go for Nokia models
prasad_den
Oct 11, 2005 at 5:14 PM
Thanks for the reply guys.. yes, i'm specifically looking for a good camera phone, but that shouldn't compromise other qualities. I'm willing to sacrifice good quality pics for other better features. I'm using the nokia 7250i right now, and any new camera phone will give better quality pics than it, i suppose. the pictures are that worse. keep the suggestions coming guys, i'm planning to buy only this diwali. so still lots of time left.... :D
V
Oct 11, 2005 at 7:12 PM
Well Sony is even good but the only drawback is low network coverage when compare to Nokia models. I will recommend you to go for K750i or W800. W800's package consists of 512 mb card. Both are excellent.
B
Oct 13, 2005 at 12:23 PM
i think u should go for nokia 3230 .
it has very good features.
it cost Rs13500
tuxfan
tuxfan #7
Oct 13, 2005 at 12:47 PM
You can see if a grey market Sony Ericcson W800 fits in your budget. Its a lovely phone. I have read really good review about it.
infra_red_dude
Oct 13, 2005 at 1:14 PM
yeah w800 is the coolest device! but it retails for about 20k. get se750i. got all the features you ask for! audio output via headset is simply superb and so is the camera!! 7610,3230,6680 and the other phones can't stand against it! n6681 won't fit in ur budget i guess (not sure, but wot is the price??)
prasad_den
Oct 13, 2005 at 5:54 PM
To be honest, I'm drooling over Sony W800i, but it may burn a hole ( a very big one) in my pocket. Nokia 6680 is the phone which is 3G ready, and has 2 cameras. Its the costlier one ( around 24K). The 6681 is the lower version with only one camera, and costs around 19K. 6681 will fall in my budget, if i go for a grey market one.. So, is it better, or do i wait for the w800i price to drop?
john_the_ultimate
Oct 14, 2005 at 10:42 AM
go for nokia 6630, got good camera and loads of features. For camera details see here : *www.gsmarena.com/nokia_6630-review-20.php

I got it for INR 15150.00 with bill last month. Prices may have gone down since. Flash and fm radio attachments are sold seperately. Got the Flash for my self and its great. better than those integrated ones.
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prash007 #11
Oct 14, 2005 at 11:53 AM
6630 Rox!

hey...nokia 6630 is really good. its better u go for this...
Good camera..audio quality and performance. The prev link suggested..talks abt it all! Good link.HATS OFF! Its always better u go for phones with symbian so that u can install and hav expandable memory!
"Be ready to update urself everytime...."

:wink:
rohanbee
rohanbee #12
Oct 14, 2005 at 10:28 PM
samsung D500 brilliant phone, good mp3 player, 1.3 megapixel camera and 90mb on board memory and very vibrant and sharp screen.
mobilegeek
Oct 14, 2005 at 10:49 PM
prash007 said:
hey...nokia 6630 is really good. its better u go for this...
Good camera..audio quality and performance. The prev link suggested..talks abt it all! Good link.HATS OFF! Its always better u go for phones with symbian so that u can install and hav expandable memory!
"Be ready to update urself everytime...."

Yes, Me too suggest 6630..

Go.. for symbian :lol:
kumarmohit
Oct 15, 2005 at 3:17 AM
Yeah even I got 6630 its got a fast processor and 10 MB onboard memory
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dikudik #15
Oct 15, 2005 at 11:32 AM
Go For 6320 nokia its cool

hi

go for 6320 nokia its cool and all features of 3230
looks nice and good screen. for u'r information if u use 3230 and if u increase memory it hangs...............

saw many people facing this pb
so dont go for 3230 go 6320 it will be approx 15k in nokia gallery
prasad_den
Oct 15, 2005 at 10:02 PM
A big thanks to all those who replied. Nokia 6320 has a very small screen. I'm not impressed. And samsung phones don't have expandable memory. Which OS does SE K750i run on? Can't it be upgraded or updated??
john_the_ultimate
Oct 16, 2005 at 1:01 AM
K750i runs on Sony Ericsson E100 OS (Found it through one of my friend). U could certainly upgraded the firmware from SE website.
prasad_den
Oct 16, 2005 at 11:52 AM
Was about to ask about the LG M4410. But the review here in the following link suggests it does not come in the league of these excellent phones...
*www.thinkdigit.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=30389
mobilegeek
Oct 16, 2005 at 12:58 PM
john_the_ultimate said:
K750i runs on Sony Ericsson E100 OS (Found it through one of my friend). U could certainly upgraded the firmware from SE website.

True ..

But If he is askin for installing the Software that cant be done
S
Oct 16, 2005 at 1:37 PM
i suggest n 6630 really a good phone... It is smartphone. You can do lot of things with this phone and lot of applications are availiable for this phone.

i got this last week for 13.7 k with bill and warranty..

regards..
prasad_den
Oct 16, 2005 at 5:12 PM
So what have u decided?
:? :? I'm yet to decide...Although now SE K750i is uppermost on my mind.. But again, N6630 is now equally fighting for a space in my mind... Imagine my state. :( :( .....and I'm decided to get it in the 1st week of November..
So I decide to have a poll.. and i'll definitely go with the poll result unless I get a convincing evidence of why one is better than the other.. so please vote guys....
infra_red_dude
Oct 16, 2005 at 7:45 PM
of corz u can install apps in k750i (all java apps)...i'd still vouch for se750i. great audio output and awsome cam!
Charley
Charley #24
Oct 16, 2005 at 8:19 PM
750i, the best choice.
PinKLip
PinKLip #25
Oct 17, 2005 at 12:10 AM
prasad_den said:
So what have u decided?
:? :? I'm yet to decide...Although now SE K750i is uppermost on my mind.. But again, N6630 is now equally fighting for a space in my mind... Imagine my state. :( :( .....and I'm decided to get it in the 1st week of November..
So I decide to have a poll.. and i'll definitely go with the poll result unless I get a convincing evidence of why one is better than the other.. so please vote guys....

Hi parsad ,
I will get one SE K750i soon.

Thanks to all
john_the_ultimate
Oct 17, 2005 at 6:53 AM
Yeah that's right, no upgrade or update for os. Symbian is better, gives u flexibility.
prasad_den
Oct 17, 2005 at 6:37 PM
PinKLip said:
Hi parsad ,
I will get one SE K750i soon.

Thanks to all

Tell me how you feel as soon as you get one..
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prash007 #28
Oct 17, 2005 at 9:04 PM
Buddy,
its high time u decide upon it!! All hands for 6630. Didnt u see the vote results. definetly ur not gonna brood over 6630. Moreover, wat i personally feel is that nokia phones r more user friendly and hav a good GUI. Think abt pal! Am planning to get 6630 in the nxt month.

prash
john_the_ultimate
Oct 19, 2005 at 1:20 AM
I was also confused between SE K750i and Nokia 6630 but after searching net and listening to user experience went for 6630.

It would be nice if you could get some user's experience at ur place and then decide. After all it is u who has to decide.

For K750i these are few advantages and disadvantages u can see at gsmarena K750i review: *www.gsmarena.com/sony_ericsson_k750-review-41.php

SE K750i:

Key features

Very high quality camera with auto focus function
Memory card
Brilliant sound quality in the MP3 player
Good quality display
New Activity menu
Built-in radio equipped with RDS
Recharge through a USB cable
Flashlight function

Main disadvantages

No EDGE
Display is not imbedded
Lower quality touch orientation on the keypad
Menu animation cannot be switched off
No standard support for USB Mass Storage
MP3 ringtones of average quality
Camera shutter sound can't be switched off (update - on some firmware versions it can be switched off)
prasad_den
Oct 19, 2005 at 6:05 PM
Made up my mind guys....Am gonna go with the majority - N6630..More advantages for less money.. Hope I'm right.. Will tell about it once i get it... Thanks for guidance guys...
S
Oct 19, 2005 at 8:20 PM
Good Decision So go ahead dear friend.....
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prash007 #32
Oct 19, 2005 at 11:44 PM
Good decision buddy!! GO ahead proceeeeddddd.... :D
john_the_ultimate
Oct 20, 2005 at 1:09 AM
Congrats......for ur new phone...enjoy.
mobilegeek
Oct 20, 2005 at 3:00 AM
Gooooooooooood Decision ..........