Mobile phone advice required.....

evansc · 02-12-2004, 13:05

I am looking to purchase a mobile phone for my daughter for Xmas.

Looking for a pay as you package on orange. That's the bit I am sure about.

I need to know if there are different pay as you go packages on orange and need some recommendations on what make/model of mobile phone to get.

Looking to spend between £50 and £75 on the pay as you go pakage including the phone. I have a Nokia 6310i myself. It is a company phone. You know what teenagers are like (she is 14); they like all the latest stuff to look cool infront of their mates. Probably need to be a colour screen, games, polyphonic and maybe a camera (not essential).

Any suggestions?

Is there a website I can go to; to look at Orange's pay as you go phone options etc.

Thanks.

OffTheLine! · 02-12-2004, 13:12

Tried Orange themselves? http://shop.orange.co.uk

evansc · 02-12-2004, 13:21

Quote:

Originally Posted by OffTheLine!

Tried Orange themselves? http://shop.orange.co.uk

Thanks. I will take a look.

flagpole · 02-12-2004, 17:42

The kids like their Nokias.

And the 6310i is no where near cool enough for a 14 year old.

if the orange shop don't have anything you fancy there are always the other shops, the link etc.

OffTheLine! · 02-12-2004, 17:52

Or the likes of Ebay of course...

There's nothing "cool" for under £75 on the Orange site it appears...

steveyboy99 · 02-12-2004, 17:59

cool camera phones tend to be a little more from about £90 try tescomobile.com. Theres a good PAYT tariff on their network.

evansc · 03-12-2004, 08:29

Looks like I will go for the Nokia 3510i. Any thoughts?.

OffTheLine! · 03-12-2004, 08:48

Could do worse, and a 14yr old certainly could!

It's the thought that counts!

steve007 · 03-12-2004, 09:31

Dont buy from Orange - far too expensive.

Dont buy a 6310i - its technically a good phone, but thats about it.

Your best best, given your budget, is the Siemens C65.

http://www.directprepayphones.co.uk/...roducts_id=198
(Siemens C65,camera,poly,color screen etc etc)

flagpole · 03-12-2004, 09:48

Quote:

Originally Posted by evansc

Looks like I will go for the Nokia 3510i. Any thoughts?.

Perfectly reasonable phone though it's been around for a while. In the sense that it has many of the features the same as some newer phones, it just happens to be nearly two years old.

Does she have a phone at the moment, there may be a possibility of an upgrade.

tesco mobile have some much cooler phones for the money...

http://www.tescomobile.com/prod_list...tc=14&us=1&h=1

sazzy · 03-12-2004, 10:48

The new Nokia 3220 is out on orange, cool enough for a 14yr old, you can pick it up for about £110

flagpole · 03-12-2004, 10:53

Quote:

Originally Posted by sazzy

The new Nokia 3220 is out on orange, cool enough for a 14yr old, you can pick it up for about £110

I concur but he said he was looking to spend upto £75

sazzy · 03-12-2004, 10:56

True, but maybe she will have a few xmas pennies sent from kind generous relatives

SaZZy

steve007 · 03-12-2004, 11:14

As i said the C65 is the best option at £79.

The Siemens C65 offers MMS, an integrated camera, a 65K colour screen and an attachable flash. Combining innovative applications such as photopet, MAX download assistant and extended personalisation features.
The C65 is a fun and reliable companion. Available in blue shadow, the C65 triband phone comes with Java, GPRS and WAP. The phone also includes a comprehensive organizer and address book, calendar and world clock.

General Network GSM 900 / GSM 1800 / GSM 1900
Size Dimensions 105 x 45 x 16 mm, 76 cc
Weight 86 g
Display Type CSTN, 65K colors
Size 130 x 130 pixels
Optional Ringtones
Vibration In phone
Languages
Polyphonic ringtones
SyncML
Clip-it covers
USB port
Download assistant for ringtones, logos and games
Memory Numbers in phone 14 fields, in mem
Call records 10 dialed, 10 received, 10 missed calls
3 MB shared memory
Features GPRS Class 10 (4+1/3+2 slots)
Data speed 32 - 48 kbps
Messaging SMS, EMS, MMS
Clock
Alarm
Infrared port
Games Photopet
Colors Blue Shadow
Build-in digital CIF camera
Java MIDP 2.0
WAP 2.0
T9
Currency converter
Calculator
Stopwatch
Reminder list

http://www.directprepayphones.co.uk/...roducts_id=198

flagpole · 03-12-2004, 11:33

Quote:

Originally Posted by steve007

As i said the C65 is the best option at £79.

I'd go with that. you're not going to get a built in camera and 65k colour screen cheaper.

the 65k colour screens look nice.

steve007 · 03-12-2004, 11:46

Incidentally, you can get the C65 from a number of places even cheaper:

£59.99 at mobile dealer.
http://www.mobiledealer.co.uk/produc...hFor=&PT_ID=76

all orange phones at mobile dealer:
http://www.mobiledealer.co.uk/prodty...earchCriteria=

Mobile dealer promise free next day delivery.

Or comet £69.95 for the c65.

evansc · 04-12-2004, 09:31

Thanks for all of the advice. Nokia 3510i does not sound as good, since reading a review on it.

Looking at the Nokia 3100 on Tesco Mobile for £59.97. This phone gets good reviews.

Don't know much about Tesco Mobile pay as you go package though. How does it compare with the other more well known networks such as orange etc.

steve007 · 04-12-2004, 09:56

Quote:

Originally Posted by evansc

Thanks for all of the advice. Nokia 3510i does not sound as good, since reading a review on it.

Looking at the Nokia 3100 on Tesco Mobile for £59.97. This phone gets good reviews.

Don't know much about Tesco Mobile pay as you go package though. How does it compare with the other more well known networks such as orange etc.

Tesco mobile is expensive if you make or intend to make calls. At 20p per minute all day the cost can mount up.

You get 50% off 3 nominated numbers on any network. So this could bring cost of calls for 3 friends/family down to 10p per minute and texts @ 5p each..

The 3100 is not a bad phone, but it lacks the built in camera of the Siemens c65 which can be purchased for the same price.

http://www.mobiledealer.co.uk/produc...hFor=&PT_ID=76

evansc · 04-12-2004, 10:21

[The 3100 is not a bad phone, but it lacks the built in camera of the Siemens c65 which can be purchased for the same price.

The Siemens C65 does not get good reviews. Software problems and the battery life is not too good. See link below:-

http://www.mobile-phones-uk.org.uk/m...ne-reviews.htm

They review a lot of phones on here. Inc. 3100 and C65. Do you have a C65?.

steve007 · 04-12-2004, 10:38

Quote:

Originally Posted by evansc

[The 3100 is not a bad phone, but it lacks the built in camera of the Siemens c65 which can be purchased for the same price.

The Siemens C65 does not get good reviews. Software problems and the battery life is not too good. See link below:-

http://www.mobile-phones-uk.org.uk/m...ne-reviews.htm

They review a lot of phones on here. Inc. 3100 and C65. Do you have a C65?.

Siemens have fixed the bugs in the software via a software update. Extract below from siemens site:
=============
After network approval is received the new update software versions will be provided free of charge in the coming weeks.

Download the latest software version and then update to your phone via a data cable. Customers then they have the following options to upgrade their software:

Download from the internet free of charge. A data cable is required to do this (these can be obtained free of charge by calling the Siemens Service Hotline)

Update via Siemens Consumer Care where pre-paid packaging will be supplied. Siemens will endeavour to complete the upgrade on receipt.

Of course you also have the option of speaking to a member of our customer care team, who will help you make the necessary alterations to your settings. You can reach our Siemens Service Hotline by phoning 08705 33 44 11.
============

I have a 6600, but if you are nervous about buying the siemens and going on your initial budget max of £75, why not go for the Nokia 3200 on tesco mobile. It has the crucial camera and only exceeds your budget by £4. Most importantly the Nokia can be unlocked easily and for free without a cable, so if she already has a sim card or you have a spare one, you can remove the tesco mobile sim and switch.

Complex huh? Whatever happened to its the thought that counts?!

nodnol · 04-12-2004, 13:24

I've just bought my 11 year old son a Phillips c355i for £60 on Orange, with a free cd player stereo thingy from woolworths. He chose it himself.

I'm not happy buying him a phone at that age, but x from hell says its ok. Any thoughts on that anyone?

steve007 · 04-12-2004, 13:44

Quote:

Originally Posted by nodnol

I've just bought my 11 year old son a Phillips c355i for £60 on Orange, with a free cd player stereo thingy from woolworths. He chose it himself.

I'm not happy buying him a phone at that age, but x from hell says its ok. Any thoughts on that anyone?

Its actually a nice looking phone, which is easy to use with some great functions.

I'd actually forgotten about woolworths and some of their offers which are very good.

Its a good idea because you are getting 2 presents for the price of 1 - always a good thing

In my experience the phillips stuff is always very reliable and quality is nice.

Check out woolworths offers here:
http://www.woolworths.co.uk/wwstore/...?cat=cat160280

Khun Keith · 04-12-2004, 14:08

It depends on how many brain cells you think he actually needs. Depending on how long he spends on the phone will depend how many brain cells will be permanently killed off. See www.rense.com for more info.

nodnol · 04-12-2004, 15:02

Thanks steve007 for that woolies link, some good offers on there, & thanks for the mini review!

Khun Keith - I hear what your saying, but, The debate on this could go on forever, is there actually any proof or scientific study that it kills off cells?
But I actually meant thoughts on an 11 year old boy having a mobile - not the health risks!

A more specific link would be more useful instead of the one posted. The site is huge!

steve007 · 04-12-2004, 15:18

Quote:

Originally Posted by nodnol

Thanks steve007 for that woolies link, some good offers on there, & thanks for the mini review!

Khun Keith - I hear what your saying, but, The debate on this could go on forever, is there actually any proof or scientific study that it kills off cells?
But I actually meant thoughts on an 11 year old boy having a mobile - not the health risks!

A more specific link would be more useful instead of the one posted. The site is huge!

Your welcome nodnol

I am aware of some studies on long term excessive use of mobiles on children and also what i have been told by scientists at a certain government organisation, but use can be moderated by the parent to prevent it becoming excessive.

I'd imagine mostly he would be sending texts anyway (its only voice calls with mobile held near the skull which are considered dangerous when excessive), and if you limit his top ups to £5 a week/fortnight then once he has used his quota he will have to wait for another card before he can use it again.

Most importantly your child can get in touch if he needs to.

02-12-2004, 13:05	#1
evansc Forum Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Wolverhampton Posts: 636	Mobile phone advice required..... I am looking to purchase a mobile phone for my daughter for Xmas. Looking for a pay as you package on orange. That's the bit I am sure about. I need to know if there are different pay as you go packages on orange and need some recommendations on what make/model of mobile phone to get. Looking to spend between £50 and £75 on the pay as you go pakage including the phone. I have a Nokia 6310i myself. It is a company phone. You know what teenagers are like (she is 14); they like all the latest stuff to look cool infront of their mates. Probably need to be a colour screen, games, polyphonic and maybe a camera (not essential). Any suggestions? Is there a website I can go to; to look at Orange's pay as you go phone options etc. Thanks.

02-12-2004, 13:12	#2
OffTheLine! Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: North of England Posts: 920	Tried Orange themselves? http://shop.orange.co.uk

02-12-2004, 13:21	#3
evansc Forum Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Wolverhampton Posts: 636	Quote: Originally Posted by OffTheLine! Tried Orange themselves? http://shop.orange.co.uk Thanks. I will take a look.

02-12-2004, 17:42	#4
flagpole Inactive Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 43,524	The kids like their Nokias. And the 6310i is no where near cool enough for a 14 year old. if the orange shop don't have anything you fancy there are always the other shops, the link etc.

02-12-2004, 17:52	#5
OffTheLine! Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: North of England Posts: 920	Or the likes of Ebay of course... There's nothing "cool" for under £75 on the Orange site it appears...

02-12-2004, 17:59	#6
steveyboy99 Forum Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Posts: 188	cool camera phones tend to be a little more from about £90 try tescomobile.com. Theres a good PAYT tariff on their network.

03-12-2004, 08:29	#7
evansc Forum Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Wolverhampton Posts: 636	Looks like I will go for the Nokia 3510i. Any thoughts?.

03-12-2004, 08:48	#8
OffTheLine! Forum Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: North of England Posts: 920	Could do worse, and a 14yr old certainly could! It's the thought that counts!

03-12-2004, 09:31	#9
steve007 Banned User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Hereford Posts: 1,681	Dont buy from Orange - far too expensive. Dont buy a 6310i - its technically a good phone, but thats about it. Your best best, given your budget, is the Siemens C65. http://www.directprepayphones.co.uk/...roducts_id=198 (Siemens C65,camera,poly,color screen etc etc)

03-12-2004, 09:48	#10
flagpole Inactive Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 43,524	Quote: Originally Posted by evansc Looks like I will go for the Nokia 3510i. Any thoughts?. Perfectly reasonable phone though it's been around for a while. In the sense that it has many of the features the same as some newer phones, it just happens to be nearly two years old. Does she have a phone at the moment, there may be a possibility of an upgrade. tesco mobile have some much cooler phones for the money... http://www.tescomobile.com/prod_list...tc=14&us=1&h=1

03-12-2004, 10:48	#11
sazzy Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: London Posts: 215	The new Nokia 3220 is out on orange, cool enough for a 14yr old, you can pick it up for about £110

03-12-2004, 10:53	#12
flagpole Inactive Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 43,524	Quote: Originally Posted by sazzy The new Nokia 3220 is out on orange, cool enough for a 14yr old, you can pick it up for about £110 I concur but he said he was looking to spend upto £75

03-12-2004, 10:56	#13
sazzy Forum Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: London Posts: 215	True, but maybe she will have a few xmas pennies sent from kind generous relatives SaZZy

03-12-2004, 11:14	#14
steve007 Banned User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Hereford Posts: 1,681	As i said the C65 is the best option at £79. The Siemens C65 offers MMS, an integrated camera, a 65K colour screen and an attachable flash. Combining innovative applications such as photopet, MAX download assistant and extended personalisation features. The C65 is a fun and reliable companion. Available in blue shadow, the C65 triband phone comes with Java, GPRS and WAP. The phone also includes a comprehensive organizer and address book, calendar and world clock. General Network GSM 900 / GSM 1800 / GSM 1900 Size Dimensions 105 x 45 x 16 mm, 76 cc Weight 86 g Display Type CSTN, 65K colors Size 130 x 130 pixels Optional Ringtones Vibration In phone Languages Polyphonic ringtones SyncML Clip-it covers USB port Download assistant for ringtones, logos and games Memory Numbers in phone 14 fields, in mem Call records 10 dialed, 10 received, 10 missed calls 3 MB shared memory Features GPRS Class 10 (4+1/3+2 slots) Data speed 32 - 48 kbps Messaging SMS, EMS, MMS Clock Alarm Infrared port Games Photopet Colors Blue Shadow Build-in digital CIF camera Java MIDP 2.0 WAP 2.0 T9 Currency converter Calculator Stopwatch Reminder list http://www.directprepayphones.co.uk/...roducts_id=198

03-12-2004, 11:33	#15
flagpole Inactive Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 43,524	Quote: Originally Posted by steve007 As i said the C65 is the best option at £79. I'd go with that. you're not going to get a built in camera and 65k colour screen cheaper. the 65k colour screens look nice.

03-12-2004, 11:46	#16
steve007 Banned User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Hereford Posts: 1,681	Incidentally, you can get the C65 from a number of places even cheaper: £59.99 at mobile dealer. http://www.mobiledealer.co.uk/produc...hFor=&PT_ID=76 all orange phones at mobile dealer: http://www.mobiledealer.co.uk/prodty...earchCriteria= Mobile dealer promise free next day delivery. Or comet £69.95 for the c65.

04-12-2004, 09:31	#17
evansc Forum Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Wolverhampton Posts: 636	Thanks for all of the advice. Nokia 3510i does not sound as good, since reading a review on it. Looking at the Nokia 3100 on Tesco Mobile for £59.97. This phone gets good reviews. Don't know much about Tesco Mobile pay as you go package though. How does it compare with the other more well known networks such as orange etc.

04-12-2004, 09:56	#18
steve007 Banned User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Hereford Posts: 1,681	Quote: Originally Posted by evansc Thanks for all of the advice. Nokia 3510i does not sound as good, since reading a review on it. Looking at the Nokia 3100 on Tesco Mobile for £59.97. This phone gets good reviews. Don't know much about Tesco Mobile pay as you go package though. How does it compare with the other more well known networks such as orange etc. Tesco mobile is expensive if you make or intend to make calls. At 20p per minute all day the cost can mount up. You get 50% off 3 nominated numbers on any network. So this could bring cost of calls for 3 friends/family down to 10p per minute and texts @ 5p each.. The 3100 is not a bad phone, but it lacks the built in camera of the Siemens c65 which can be purchased for the same price. http://www.mobiledealer.co.uk/produc...hFor=&PT_ID=76

04-12-2004, 10:21	#19
evansc Forum Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Wolverhampton Posts: 636	[The 3100 is not a bad phone, but it lacks the built in camera of the Siemens c65 which can be purchased for the same price. The Siemens C65 does not get good reviews. Software problems and the battery life is not too good. See link below:- http://www.mobile-phones-uk.org.uk/m...ne-reviews.htm They review a lot of phones on here. Inc. 3100 and C65. Do you have a C65?.

04-12-2004, 10:38	#20
steve007 Banned User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Hereford Posts: 1,681	Quote: Originally Posted by evansc [The 3100 is not a bad phone, but it lacks the built in camera of the Siemens c65 which can be purchased for the same price. The Siemens C65 does not get good reviews. Software problems and the battery life is not too good. See link below:- http://www.mobile-phones-uk.org.uk/m...ne-reviews.htm They review a lot of phones on here. Inc. 3100 and C65. Do you have a C65?. Siemens have fixed the bugs in the software via a software update. Extract below from siemens site: ============= After network approval is received the new update software versions will be provided free of charge in the coming weeks. Download the latest software version and then update to your phone via a data cable. Customers then they have the following options to upgrade their software: Download from the internet free of charge. A data cable is required to do this (these can be obtained free of charge by calling the Siemens Service Hotline) Update via Siemens Consumer Care where pre-paid packaging will be supplied. Siemens will endeavour to complete the upgrade on receipt. Of course you also have the option of speaking to a member of our customer care team, who will help you make the necessary alterations to your settings. You can reach our Siemens Service Hotline by phoning 08705 33 44 11. ============ I have a 6600, but if you are nervous about buying the siemens and going on your initial budget max of £75, why not go for the Nokia 3200 on tesco mobile. It has the crucial camera and only exceeds your budget by £4. Most importantly the Nokia can be unlocked easily and for free without a cable, so if she already has a sim card or you have a spare one, you can remove the tesco mobile sim and switch. Complex huh? Whatever happened to its the thought that counts?!

04-12-2004, 13:24	#21
nodnol Forum Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: UK Posts: 636	I've just bought my 11 year old son a Phillips c355i for £60 on Orange, with a free cd player stereo thingy from woolworths. He chose it himself. I'm not happy buying him a phone at that age, but x from hell says its ok. Any thoughts on that anyone?

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04-12-2004, 13:44	#22
steve007 Banned User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Hereford Posts: 1,681	Quote: Originally Posted by nodnol I've just bought my 11 year old son a Phillips c355i for £60 on Orange, with a free cd player stereo thingy from woolworths. He chose it himself. I'm not happy buying him a phone at that age, but x from hell says its ok. Any thoughts on that anyone? Its actually a nice looking phone, which is easy to use with some great functions. I'd actually forgotten about woolworths and some of their offers which are very good. Its a good idea because you are getting 2 presents for the price of 1 - always a good thing In my experience the phillips stuff is always very reliable and quality is nice. Check out woolworths offers here: http://www.woolworths.co.uk/wwstore/...?cat=cat160280

04-12-2004, 14:08	#23
Khun Keith Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: London Posts: 36	It depends on how many brain cells you think he actually needs. Depending on how long he spends on the phone will depend how many brain cells will be permanently killed off. See www.rense.com for more info.

04-12-2004, 15:02	#24
nodnol Forum Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: UK Posts: 636	Thanks steve007 for that woolies link, some good offers on there, & thanks for the mini review! Khun Keith - I hear what your saying, but, The debate on this could go on forever, is there actually any proof or scientific study that it kills off cells? But I actually meant thoughts on an 11 year old boy having a mobile - not the health risks! A more specific link would be more useful instead of the one posted. The site is huge!

04-12-2004, 15:18	#25
steve007 Banned User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Hereford Posts: 1,681	Quote: Originally Posted by nodnol Thanks steve007 for that woolies link, some good offers on there, & thanks for the mini review! Khun Keith - I hear what your saying, but, The debate on this could go on forever, is there actually any proof or scientific study that it kills off cells? But I actually meant thoughts on an 11 year old boy having a mobile - not the health risks! A more specific link would be more useful instead of the one posted. The site is huge! Your welcome nodnol I am aware of some studies on long term excessive use of mobiles on children and also what i have been told by scientists at a certain government organisation, but use can be moderated by the parent to prevent it becoming excessive. I'd imagine mostly he would be sending texts anyway (its only voice calls with mobile held near the skull which are considered dangerous when excessive), and if you limit his top ups to £5 a week/fortnight then once he has used his quota he will have to wait for another card before he can use it again. Most importantly your child can get in touch if he needs to.