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twyntub Jul 27th 2008 10:01 pm
Re: iphone in Spain, What a disaster
 
Originally Posted by Fortaleza (Post 6618275)
Obviously I'm getting confused. I got a Curve 8310. That has the software on it, no?
No, in order to use the 'real' features of the Blackberry, you need to spend a gazillion quid on servers and software just so the phone can touch base with the 'mother ship'. Or a chunk of money per month for a hosted version of the same service.

Fortaleza Jul 27th 2008 10:06 pm
Re: iphone in Spain, What a disaster
 
Originally Posted by twyntub (Post 6618360)
No, in order to use the 'real' features of the Blackberry, you need to spend a gazillion quid on servers and software just so the phone can touch base with the 'mother ship'. Or a chunk of money per month for a hosted version of the same service.
We're paying for a hosted version then. Have emails set up, browser etc....

I still reckon I'm only using a fraction of its possibilities though

twyntub Jul 27th 2008 11:56 pm
Re: iphone in Spain, What a disaster
 
Originally Posted by Fortaleza (Post 6618377)
We're paying for a hosted version then. Have emails set up, browser etc....

I still reckon I'm only using a fraction of its possibilities though
Well, it's a damn good phone, it's got Enterprise features that iPhone is still lacking, and of course businesses have invested heavily in BES and all the associated technologies - so will be reluctant to change.

So far, it's only CEOs and CIOs that have managed to justify an iPhone, but that may change now it's become more 'enterprise friendly'.

So, keeping on topic before JDR throttles me... The obilgatory iPhone data tariff is €15 for 200MB (speed restricted thereafter) or €25 for 1GB (ditto) on Movistar. How does that compare to the Blackberry Internet Service tariffs in Spain?

Fortaleza Jul 28th 2008 12:24 am
Re: iphone in Spain, What a disaster
 
Truthfully, I don't know. I let the office deal with it so never seen a bill. Funnily enough, I'm using it now to answer u.
I know we have a Tarifa Plana which is a special, all inclusive type rate.
Whilst I can understand why iiPhone can be good for personal use - listening to music, good graphics etc, for business users I don't see it being up to the job. Basically, all I want is an office on the move for which BB serves me perfect

twyntub Jul 28th 2008 12:49 am
Re: iphone in Spain, What a disaster
 
Originally Posted by Fortaleza (Post 6618770)
Truthfully, I don't know. I let the office deal with it so never seen a bill. Funnily enough, I'm using it now to answer u.
I know we have a Tarifa Plana which is a special, all inclusive type rate.
Whilst I can understand why iiPhone can be good for personal use - listening to music, good graphics etc, for business users I don't see it being up to the job. Basically, all I want is an office on the move for which BB serves me perfect
Some of the applications showcased in the WWDC earlier this year were impressive, and developed in almost no time at all. The AppStore will be what turns the market on its head. The bone of contention is whether mainstream business users can cope without a 'hardware' keyboard.

Fortaleza Jul 28th 2008 12:55 am
Re: iphone in Spain, What a disaster
 
And, I'm afraid I will be in that category. I would see it as a step backwards even though that might be a bit unfair

CBANDY Jul 28th 2008 12:59 am
Re: iphone in Spain, What a disaster
 
Just been to yet another Movistar shop and guess what??? She could not help me!!!!!! "We are not getting them in this shop" :curse:

Went to Media Markt and the girl at the Movistar stall was VERY helpfull. Although she could not get me one she said that it is OBLIGATORY that they order you one in the Movistar shops. She said to go to the shop in Cartagena and they will order you one. I am going after work today so fingers crossed.:)

twyntub Jul 28th 2008 1:02 am
Re: iphone in Spain, What a disaster
 
Originally Posted by CBANDY (Post 6618896)
Just been to yet another Movistar shop and guess what??? She could not help me!!!!!! "We are not getting them in this shop" :curse:

Went to Media Markt and the girl at the Movistar stall was VERY helpfull. Although she could not get me one she said that it is OBLIGATORY that they order you one in the Movistar shops. She said to go to the shop in Cartagena and they will order you one. I am going after work today so fingers crossed.:)
Have you not used the store locator? They don't do them in every store!

http://www.movistar.es/iphone

...that tells you which stores get them and hence where you can order from.

PS - if you find a store with stock... do PM me!! :D Good luck :thumbsup:

CBANDY Jul 28th 2008 1:04 am
Re: iphone in Spain, What a disaster
 
Originally Posted by twyntub (Post 6618907)
Have you not used the store locator? They don't do them in every store!

http://www.movistar.es/iphone

...that tells you which stores get them and hence where you can order from.

PS - if you find a store with stock... do PM me!! :D Good luck :thumbsup:
Will do twyntub. Off to Cartagena at 16.30 after work so wish me luck.:D

Fortaleza Jul 28th 2008 1:05 am
Re: iphone in Spain, What a disaster
 
If not, get a Blackberry then buy an iPod!!!!!!

CBANDY Jul 28th 2008 5:17 am
Re: iphone in Spain, What a disaster
 
Originally Posted by twyntub (Post 6618907)
Have you not used the store locator? They don't do them in every store!

http://www.movistar.es/iphone

...that tells you which stores get them and hence where you can order from.

PS - if you find a store with stock... do PM me!! :D Good luck :thumbsup:
Just back from Cartagena 3 more movistar shops and 3 more of the rudest assistants i have ever come accross i eventually ended up in El Corte Ingles who could not have been nicer, Took my details and said although there are about 150 names waiting they will call me when one comes available. They are getting them in slowly but surely. :thumbsup: to El Corte and a big :thumbdown: to Movistar. Movistar said not before September but El Corte say they will have them long before that. Lets see.

jurdyr Jul 28th 2008 6:23 am
Re: iphone in Spain, What a disaster
 
walking in ti store in Elche and had my iphone next day
the problems have been sorted but go to one main stores and should have no problem
jurdy

scampicat Jul 28th 2008 6:36 am
Re: iphone in Spain, What a disaster
 
I bought a mobile phone off eBay. It was £5.99 with £5 worth of credit.

Don't think I will bother with one of these expensive thingies....:rofl:

twyntub Jul 28th 2008 6:42 am
Re: iphone in Spain, What a disaster
 
Originally Posted by jurdyr (Post 6619986)
walking in ti store in Elche and had my iphone next day
the problems have been sorted but go to one main stores and should have no problem
jurdy
CBANDY and I are not amused :sneaky:

Still, your iPhone hasn't improved your typing, though... maybe Fortaleza was right :)

Fortaleza Jul 28th 2008 6:51 am
Re: iphone in Spain, What a disaster
 
:rofl::rofl:
Originally Posted by twyntub (Post 6620055)
CBANDY and I are not amused :sneaky:

Still, your iPhone hasn't improved your typing, though... maybe Fortaleza was right :)


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