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Telstra Pulse $18 @ Harvey Norman
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tqhlc on 16/08/2014 - 17:27 harveynorman.com.au (4047 clicks)
Last edited 16/08/2014 - 17:56 by 2 other users

I came by Harvey Norman Preston, there are still about 20 phones left.
good for backup.

3G UMTS 850, 2100 MHz with 7.2Mbps data (HSDPA)
GSM 900, 1800, 1900 MHz
Operating System Android 4.0.4
Processor 1.0GHz Snapdragon CPU, 512 MB RAM, Adreno 200 GPU
Memory 1GB Flash with 280MB user space, plus up to 32GB microSD external storage
Display TFT 3.5", HVGA 480 x 320, capacitive touch
Sensors Proximity, light, accelerometer,magnetometer
Camera Rear 2MP camera with 5 x digital zoom
video recording 15 fps @ VGA
Audio out Earpiece, Speakerphone & 3.5mm headset
Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth Bluetooth 3.0 with:
GAP, A2DP1.2(source), AVRCP1.4(controller),GAVDP1.2(Initiator), HSP1.2(AG), OPP(Client, Server), PBAP1.0(PSE) HFP1.6(AG),OBEX1.1
FTP(server), DUN, MAP(Message Access Profile), PAN(Personal Area Networking Profile), HID(Human Interface Device Profile).
FM Radio FM Radio included
GPS A-GPS using Google SUPL, Stand-alone GPS, Glonass
External Antenna port No
Battery 1200 mAh Li-ion
Talk Time up to 200 mins talk time
Standby time up to 200 hours standby
Video codecs H.263, MPEG4, H.264
Recording format, MP4, 15 fps @ VGA
Audio codecs AMR-WB high quality audio
AMR-NB, AAC, AAC+, eAAC+
Size & weight 116.2 x 61. x 13mm. 111.1g
Pre-installed extras Facebook, Twitter, MyEasy Access customisable unlock, Firmware Over the Air (FOTA) upgrade, Telstra EasyUI
Network Locked Yes
Worst case SAR 1.168 W/Kg in the body position (10mm spacing)
1.018 W/Kg in the head position
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  • silverrat23 on 16/08/2014 - 17:44
    +2

    Great as a GBA emulator/ player if that's your thing.

  • jimm9 on 16/08/2014 - 17:44
    +1

    is it locked to Telstra?

    • Hintswen on 16/08/2014 - 18:38

      Yes.

      • Mugsy on 16/08/2014 - 19:45

        Just to clarify, is that locked to strictly Telstra or just the Telstra network?

        EDIT:

        nvm, found this in the manual

        NETWORK LOCKING
        This prepaid device is locked to the Telstra network. Please contact Telstra for unlocking procedures, charges may apply.

        • Draxxx on 16/08/2014 - 22:14
          +1

          I had a Samsung Galaxy Ace (S5830) from OW that was Telstra locked.
          I think you just need to flash a new firmware to remove the lock.
          Do a bit of Googling..

        • Mugsy on 17/08/2014 - 20:54

          @Draxxx:

          Been doing lots of googling… see end of this comments thread. No one's found a way to unlock this as yet without having spend more money.

          EDIT:

          Also, the mobile is locked to strictly Telstra. It's been found that users of providers who use Telstra's network can't get this to work with their sims.

        • Food on 17/08/2014 - 20:55

          @Mugsy:
          $18 unlock via user Bagman on here…

  • gsrt22 on 16/08/2014 - 17:46

    how much is it usualy?

  • smurfinaus on 16/08/2014 - 17:50
    +1

    Im going to assume its locked since nowhere does it say its unlocked at all?

  • gsrt22 on 16/08/2014 - 17:52

    Didnt waste time and bought one. But cant find size of the RAM?

    • [Deactivated] on 16/08/2014 - 17:56
      +24

      64kb

      • Hsanity on 16/08/2014 - 21:03
        +1

        Are you sure about that?

    • inkart on 16/08/2014 - 17:57

      full specs here

  • inkart on 16/08/2014 - 17:56
    +2

    i think its ZTE T790 model, you can try this unlock code from ebay for $1.78

    • HomeAlone on 16/08/2014 - 19:13

      Unlock Codes for
      All Networks Worldwide
      ZTE Mobile Phone Models
      Listed in the title

      • Blade
      • V9
      • Light pro
      • Telstra Smart Touch T3020
      • 811
      • N61

      No mention of T790 in title

      • inkart on 16/08/2014 - 19:24

        i bought an unlock code for my huawei G526 hereeven when you cant find that model in the listing

        • HomeAlone on 16/08/2014 - 19:32

          Best to ask first as it states it's for phone models listed in the title.

        • HomeAlone on 16/08/2014 - 19:40

          From the same seller, unlock code for V790 is about $16. Looks to be same phone as B790/T790, just different branding.

    • murkywater on 17/08/2014 - 18:21
      +1

      Didn't work:

      Your IMEI has been rejected by the cheaper ZTE server as it does not support your phone model.

      The Code for your phone can be obtained from ZTE WORLDWIDE Server but that code will cost you £8.99 in total. You can look at ebay item number 331245709909.

      Please advise if you are willing to pay the difference or look for a full refund.

    • TightBum on 18/08/2014 - 16:04
      +3

      I have tried the $1.78 and $16 option and can confirm that only the $16 option works.

      • Mugsy on 18/08/2014 - 19:51
        +1

        Thanks JessZ, looks like we're all gonna have to shell out a few more $ to get this thing unlocked. Actually, the unlocking is more expensive than the phones I got (I bought two and with the $5 newsletter discount).

        • TightBum on 18/08/2014 - 22:45

          Such a bummer since you can buy another phone with that amount! I purchased another one by price matching at Officeworks anyway so I'll probably try flashing and rooting it. It's my first android phone, so this should be fun…

          Anyway, the seller now has a direct link for this model, for those who are going for the pricer option.

        • Mugsy on 19/08/2014 - 07:39

          @JessZ:

          Thanks for the direct link… I guess the seller had an influx of demand for the T7900 from the HN sale. Looking forward to getting this stupid thing unlocked for mum and dad.

  • scrimshaw on 16/08/2014 - 17:58

    Added specs table.

  • aldog on 16/08/2014 - 18:01
    -4

    $13 if you sign up with the $5 voucher :)

    • [Deactivated] on 16/08/2014 - 18:02
      +1

      I thought there was a minimum spend for that.

      • parcus on 16/08/2014 - 18:11
        +2

        Indeed, $25 min spend.

  • happychappy1 on 16/08/2014 - 18:05
    +8

    Don't bother with this crap phone. Waste of money for any thing serious.

    • sourdawg on 16/08/2014 - 18:10
      +23

      Triple 0 call is pretty serious

      • happychappy1 on 16/08/2014 - 18:13
        +3

        A Nokia feature phone would be a lot better for a backup, as the batteries last longer on those, plus less likely to break than these. You can get one that uses a micro SIM so it could be a backup for your smartphone.

        • Diji1 on 16/08/2014 - 20:38
          +2

          Yeah that was my thinking. Then I bought one as a backup. I forgot how awful they are after using modern smartphones LOL.

          I would say don't don't do it unless you absolutely need that battery time. But if you do you can also buy SIM adapters for peanuts if it doesn't micro or nano sized.

        • happychappy1 on 17/08/2014 - 00:22

          @Diji1: Low end smartphones are pretty awful too. Better get at least a mid-range smartphone if you need one for actual replacement work.

          These are ARMv6 (as opposed to the current ARMv7 or upcoming ARMv8 64bit), which means the architecture is already obsolete.

          Plus the screens are pretty small and pixelated, so not great for reading on.

          On the other hand, if you're current phone runs out of power too quickly, it may be worth getting a backup USB portable battery for around the same price.

        • Cheeper on 17/08/2014 - 11:37

          @happychappy1: It's $18

        • happychappy1 on 17/08/2014 - 11:56

          @xywolap: have you heard of opportunity cost? It's better to just spend the money on something that is more fulfilling. Because I can guarantee that this will become junk quite quickly, due to severely outdated specs.

          Sucks to those who bought five of these. That's close to $100 wasted.

          I'm sure HN are laughing all the way to the bank, cos these are practically worthless.

          They should be giving these away.

        • HomeAlone on 19/08/2014 - 00:54
          +1

          @happychappy1:

          These are ARMv6 (as opposed to the current ARMv7 or upcoming ARMv8 64bit), which means the architecture is already obsolete.

          Every system info app I've run has stated it's a Qualcomm MSM7225a (ARMv7).

    • bargaino on 16/08/2014 - 18:12
      +12

      What makes you thing people buy it for anything serious? Or even as a phone?

      At $18, it has a thousand uses. e.g. a GPS tracking bug, a wifi security camera, monitor a valuable package in transit for tracking and to see if it is dropped, …

      • happychappy1 on 16/08/2014 - 18:17
        +1

        GPS tracker - too big, battery too small (wouldn't last)

        WiFi security cam - 2mp no auto focus = crap

        Monitor valuable package - need to spend $$, battery life too short,just buy insurance

        P.S. what can do that whatever you've got already can't do better? I'm willing to bet you've already go an FM radio.

        • plmko on 16/08/2014 - 18:32
          +4

          Yeah good point, let's use our $600+ phones as a toy.

        • happychappy1 on 16/08/2014 - 19:00
          +4

          @plmko: Not the point. Point is that you should get the right tool to do the right job. Not waste money on half-arsed solutions that won't do the job properly on the off chance that you might need it for such a purpose.

          If you want a security camera, get a proper one that has IR LEDs so it works at night, and properly.

          If you want a GPS tracker, get a dedicated one that suits whatever purpose you want, preferably with decent battery battery life.

          If your package is actually valuable, then pay to get some real protection, or transport it yourself if it's that important.

          Like I said… right tool for the job, not a half-arsed solution.

        • bargaino on 16/08/2014 - 19:50
          +1

          @happychappy1:

          Did you miss the bit where I said it is good for non-serious things? Some people like to have a bit of fun.
          e.g. I'm not going to spend thousands on security because once a year, a $20 delivery goes missing. But it might be worth $18 and a little time to find out if the delivery guy really did leave it in front of the correct house.

        • happychappy1 on 16/08/2014 - 20:22

          @manic: I'm not talking about thousands. It's more like around $100 mark for one that has night vision capabilities (e.g., D-link).

          For one that only has daytime capabilities, then it's closer to ~$30 - not much difference, but it'll do the job better.

          If you're relying on the battery for these, then it wouldn't be very reliable for leaving on all day.

        • Diji1 on 16/08/2014 - 20:45
          +1

          @manic:

          Point taken. Only a camera to do the job properly is going to cost less than a hundred smackeroos not thousands. If you like pissing about have at it I'd rather just buy appropriate devices which this is not.

          I'm picturing you running out to turn the screen on every 30 minutes so the camera works unless there's a way around this LOL.

        • majord on 17/08/2014 - 10:11
          +1

          @happychappy1:

          $18…

          Youve spent more than $18 worth of time arguing you case, which I have to say is pretty narrow minded

      • inkart on 16/08/2014 - 18:17
        +2

        plus 24 months Manufacturers Express Warranty

  • parcus on 16/08/2014 - 18:11
    +5

    My first android phone :')
    Cheaper than my lunch yesterday, and it's good to have as a spare I guess.

    • Bargain4U on 17/08/2014 - 00:01
      +9

      Considering your eating habits, I dare say you don't belong here :D

      • pikespeak77 on 19/08/2014 - 08:52
        +1

        We must mold this young mind

  • imcold on 16/08/2014 - 18:11

    Damn too far away

  • gsrt22 on 16/08/2014 - 18:35

    Any good app to use this phone as a wifi security cam?(I know camera is only 2mp)

  • hal9000 on 16/08/2014 - 18:37

    can this be upgraded to jelly bean?

    • Moral hazard on 16/08/2014 - 18:49
      +2

      Probably not easily unless you're very good with IT.

      Even the mainstream phones and tablets can be a pain to upgrade and they have support from a large user base that includes developers.

      This one is an unknown phone, something that is probably going to also struggle to run anything new due to its lack of ram.

      I may get one though just to use with Torque and an obdii adapter and permanently mount it in my car to view A/F ratios or something that looks 'cool'.

      • googolplex on 16/08/2014 - 18:51

        Great idea using it with Torque. Might pick one up just for that.
        Anyone know if there's any other phones to consider in this price range?

        • Cheeper on 17/08/2014 - 11:41

          Next android phones after this in price would be around the $40-$50 range.

      • hal9000 on 16/08/2014 - 19:44
        +1

        thanks.

        gonna grab one and install this while it's free: https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/157039

  • Gdsamp on 16/08/2014 - 18:51

    Can Bagman unlock?

  • Dan_ on 16/08/2014 - 18:53
    +2

    Nice spare phone. I'll be using my Telstra SIM with the Long Expiry used for Google Play.

    Actually this will mean I won't have to be continually swapping the SIM card in and out of the device.

  • Make it so on 16/08/2014 - 18:54
    +2

    Impressive, with GPS support and everything.

    • happychappy1 on 16/08/2014 - 19:04

      It's built into the chipset.

      • Make it so on 18/08/2014 - 12:25

        Still though. Technology is become so much cheaper in recent years.

  • SteveAndBelle on 16/08/2014 - 19:07
    +4

    Nice! Black also available for $18: http://www.harveynorman.com.au/telstra-pre-paid-pulse-mobile…

    Perfect purely to use as SONOS controllers or as play things for kids! I use an old phone in the workshop to test audio gear when I don't want to risk using my good phone and the list of other 'sacrificial' uses is endless. OBDII diagnostics, looking up wiring diagrams, taking photos/videos of stuff, Googling etc. etc.

    • Hipmumma on 16/08/2014 - 19:42
      +3

      Thanks grabbed one of these for my son :) hopefully he won't care it's not an iPhone….too bad if he does! Lol

  • jva on 16/08/2014 - 19:37

    Buy with this http://www.harveynorman.com.au/telstra-roamer-116a-pre-paid-… for $25 pickup both by using the $5 discount coupon.

    • Bargain4U on 17/08/2014 - 00:02

      Roamers' been $10 at Coles in the past.

  • wog_ta on 16/08/2014 - 20:07
    +1

    bought 2 for $31, thanks op!

    • Mugsy on 16/08/2014 - 20:15
      +1

      Same here. Love the $5 discount!

  • bahoogas on 16/08/2014 - 20:40

    How does this compare to the y201? Would it suffice as a plex remote?

    • murkywater on 16/08/2014 - 20:50

      Should be comparable to the y201 AFAIK.

  • jd4free on 16/08/2014 - 20:45

    Hey guys, i cant seem to find it, can someone tell me what's the code for the $5 discount

  • jd4free on 16/08/2014 - 21:02

    Thanks Kamoi,
    always comes up with an error when i try sign up for it, must have expired.

    • jva on 16/08/2014 - 21:09

      Get a new Gmail account, and try to sign up again.

      • Mugsy on 16/08/2014 - 21:46
        +1

        Use hushmail… they delete after a few weeks of inactivity. Or create a sub-email address and delete that afterwards.

  • 898agm on 16/08/2014 - 21:10

    I have one myself-the screen isn't that sharp as it's got a low PPI.

    The camera does OK for me.

  • jd4free on 16/08/2014 - 21:20

    I have tried 3 email accounts, and 3 different browsers, and i'm always getting "unexpected error try again later
    "

    • HomeAlone on 16/08/2014 - 21:21
      +3

      I'll try get you a code. Check your inbox in a few minutes.

      • Chuppa on 16/08/2014 - 21:48

        Have you managed to get a code? I haven't received one after 30 mins

  • King Tightarse on 16/08/2014 - 21:40

    Should be ok as a cheap wifi hotspot if they can be unlocked for a couple of $.

    • happychappy1 on 16/08/2014 - 23:36

      Only problem is a real Telstra Wifi Hotspot that is much faster (21mbps HSPA+) is pretty much exactly the same price ($19) at Australia Post.

      And that comes with 1GB of data.

  • [Deactivated] on 16/08/2014 - 21:49

    Need a gps for the van this might be the winner as I have an application that downloads Google maps offline use.

    • WatchNerd on 16/08/2014 - 22:52

      Samsung phones come with Navigon for free in case you didn't know.

      • [Deactivated] on 17/08/2014 - 10:42
        +2

        Never seen one for$18.

      • Cheeper on 17/08/2014 - 11:44

        Amazing info that Luke.. rushing to hn with my $18 now.

      • [Deactivated] on 17/08/2014 - 19:41

        Navigator is a free offline maps application with voice navigation. So it will be useful and if not then a long term pre paid and download google maps and away you go.

        I find that a dedicated sat nav is hard to go to whwn you have a capable handset to do this and more.

  • Kevan2 on 16/08/2014 - 22:54

    For a dumb question, but I do not know, is this phone G3 ? As I have heard a whisper G2 is to be shut down soon. Thanks.

    • Ronnnie on 16/08/2014 - 23:01
      +1

      I think the top line on the listed specs here gives a good clue 3G UMTS 850, 2100 MHz with 7.2Mbps data (HSDPA)

    • Food on 16/08/2014 - 23:29
      +2

      2G is to be shut down by Telstra only in 20(15??). Its confirmed by Telstra on their website, not a whisper

  • grab_ur_freebies on 16/08/2014 - 23:18

    Has anyone ordered using for 'delivery' option (which seems to work) even though it states 'pickup in-store' only?

    • Splashtash on 16/08/2014 - 23:23

      yer im worried about that….i ordered 2 even though it said pick up in store~

      • grab_ur_freebies on 16/08/2014 - 23:30

        I'm thinking of ordering now & doing a live chat tomorrow to see if they will put my order through.

        • happychappy1 on 16/08/2014 - 23:38

          It says 1 prepaid phone per person.

          Don't be surprised if it gets cancelled.

        • grab_ur_freebies on 16/08/2014 - 23:41

          @happychappy1:

          Umm, it says limit of 5 per person…
          "Limit of 5 Pre-Paid Phones per Customer"

        • HomeAlone on 17/08/2014 - 00:52

          White says limit of 5, black says limit of 1.

        • simprosimple on 17/08/2014 - 00:57
          +7

          @kamoi: How many for asians then?

    • mooney on 18/08/2014 - 22:33

      I had mine delivered today. Works like a champ. Amazing for the price.

  • unity1 on 16/08/2014 - 23:28

    Be prepared for: "Please be advised that this is a refund confirmation for your online order. While we are sorry to hear that the purchased goods were not suitable for you, we would like to thank you for your business and look forward to future transactions with you."

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