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I think is locked to Voda.
Also LINKSYS N-150 Modem Router $39
http://dicksmith.com.au/product/XH9929/linksys-n-150-modem-r…
VODAFONE 858 Pre-Paid Mobile $39 at DSE in Store
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Could cost upto $100
http://support.vodafone.com.au/articles/FAQ/Network-LockTo Unlock Go here
https://unlock.vodafone.com.au/voila/handsetunlock/self-serv…
Specification can be found on GSMArena:
http://www.gsmarena.com/vodafone_858_smart-3955.php
Notably:
- HSDPA2100 only
- 240x320 2.8" display
- Android 2.2
- 528 MHz ARM 11
- 130MB internal but has microSD slot
I think that's the same CPU as the original HTC G1 and HTC Magic?
Newer chipset then the G1 and Magic, so similar architecture but not the same CPU.
Quadband GSM makes it useful as a throwaway for travelling with, no idea about unlocking it thoughUnlocking looks possible with DC Unlocker…costs an extra 10 bucks it seems.
This is not a good phone. Get the Huawei X3 for $69 instead.
is the modem any good?
strange that cant seem to find reviews on it…other than dicksmith's reviewswag320n for $49 is probably a better choice for routers etc
Just read some of the reviews on that N-150 modem… LOLLL. Can see why it is so cheap.
yes and the wag320n gets hammered in the reviews
This thing will frustrate you - too underpowered for pretty much anything.
Spend a little more - get a whole lot more.Recommend X3 for $69 - bare minimum or $152 for the Huawei G300 an outstanding phone that will keep up if your budgets goes that far.
Edit:
Just realized your going overseas so I guess you will need 900/2100 phones.
Could u pls let me know where can i buy an X3 for $69 ?
Vodafone's website or any store - $69 is their standard price for it.
http://shop.vodafone.com.au/mobile-details/buy-huawei-x3-bla…
edit: Not sure how to buy it online without a recharge, but any store should have them.
Dick Smith has the X3 for $69 too, but I'd suggest you don't buy one. It's prone to freezes, lockups, etc and has poor battery life (lucky to last 1 day). Don't do it! On the other hand, if the LG P690f is still on special at Coles (via FlyBuys), that's better in every respect; it covers 850/2100, like the X3. Unlock it for $2, there's a thread about the P690f on ozbargain.
http://dicksmith.com.au/product/EM5026/vodafone-huawei-x3-pr…
Agree with tassie Pete - the LG Optimus Spirit for $49 from Coles is a bargain, and I unlocked it with a $2 LG unlock code obtained from eBay. Good spare phone/travel phone
Hmmm my experience with the X3 was fine.
Mind you, I kept the apps to a minimum and pretty much just used it as a phone/browser.
Anyhow the OP will need a 900/2100mHz phone for OS unless they are traveling to the US.LG Optimus Spirit deal expired at Coles.
i love this review about the phone on the site (poor buyer had it break down on them twice) still though i have now added non respondable to my dictionary of words i didn't know existed.. hahahahahaha
crystal
Pros:
big screan
Cons:
alot of the programs are non respondable
looks okay for a bike GPS tracker :P
Is this phone easy to unlock ? I am going overseas and I need a phone where I can just use the local sim cards.