Guest Paul (MVP) Posted August 30, 2007 Report Share Posted August 30, 2007 Many thanks to MoDaCo member 'steveVii', who managed to snag this great flyer image of the MDA Vario III in his local T-Mobile (UK) store. Interesting point to note, the UK Vario III seems to retain the exact same styling as the HTC TyTN II, albeit in a light silver. No sign of a pink flash around the casing either, although that doesn't mean it's not there ;) Compare the image on the flyer to this image of the T-Mobile Germany Vario III... See what I mean? It is entirely possible that the flyer is an outdated image of course (note the lack of T-Mobile branding on the device) - however since stores are due to be receiving dummy handsets any day now, we shouldn't have to wait long to find out :wub: P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest f00bs Posted August 30, 2007 Report Share Posted August 30, 2007 ooo shiny... tho i wonder why they have the keyboard come out of the other side now? ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Syphon Filter Posted August 30, 2007 Report Share Posted August 30, 2007 ooo shiny... tho i wonder why they have the keyboard come out of the other side now? ;) For us lefties :wub: The new way means the D-PAD etc is in the right position for me to use now!!! woohoo!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest wi11 Posted August 30, 2007 Report Share Posted August 30, 2007 Does this mean we could be seeing them in stores around the 8th of Sept as previously sugggested by trustedreviews.com? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Paul (MVP) Posted August 30, 2007 Report Share Posted August 30, 2007 T-Mo are suggesting it'll be later than that, but I think they'll sneak in in September. P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Swampie Posted August 30, 2007 Report Share Posted August 30, 2007 For us lefties ;) The new way means the D-PAD etc is in the right position for me to use now!!! woohoo!! But it's not. As I lefty myself, having the d-pad on the right is best (like on the Vario). This allows you to hold the device in your right hand (big grip), and control the d-pad with your right hand - whilst holding the stylus in your left. Having it the other way around (d-pad on left), means you cannot use the d-pad and stylus at the same time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest rgube Posted August 30, 2007 Report Share Posted August 30, 2007 But it's not. As I lefty myself, having the d-pad on the right is best (like on the Vario). This allows you to hold the device in your right hand (big grip), and control the d-pad with your right hand - whilst holding the stylus in your left. Having it the other way around (d-pad on left), means you cannot use the d-pad and stylus at the same time. i think they did it for several reasons 1. i think its for the camera button, since you don't want the keyboard to be able to slide down as you press the button, with it being on the devices right (when facing you) side. 2. also, by sliding out to the right, holding it w/ two hands, you can use the scroll wheel with you right finger. what do you guys think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mandt Posted August 30, 2007 Report Share Posted August 30, 2007 I think it's gonna take a hell of getting used to ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest sc0user_75 Posted August 30, 2007 Report Share Posted August 30, 2007 Hi Guys and Girls. I'm new on here so a quick intro to you all. I'm Kinda new to all this Windows Mobile stuff so you all will have to bare with me please. I had an SPV C600 for sometime and absolutely hated it... untill I swapped it for a Nokia N95 - THE WORST PHONE I'VE EVER HAD!!! Been through 6 handsets and all were faulty! I was gonna go for the iPhone (being an Apple PPC G5 owner). But then thought the phone is all show and no go. The considered the SE W960. And was very close to holding out for a release... untill the Kaiser caught my eye. Unfortunately I can't really afford / justify the HTC version so will wait for the Vario III. Although I do totally hate the look of the T Mobile version. But hopefully the functions will somewhat disguise the ugliness of it ;) Anyone know if FIFA 07 will be available for this phone? Only reason I ask is that's the only thing that has made me hold onto my N95 :wub: PS All be warned. As I mentioned I am kinda new to all this Windows Mobile lark... and am also not very good with IT / Techno jargon - so I'll be firing a fair few questions at all you when I get the phone :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Disco Stu Posted August 30, 2007 Report Share Posted August 30, 2007 Anyone know if FIFA 07 will be available for this phone? Only reason I ask is that's the only thing that has made me hold onto my N95 ;) This is the best I could find with a quick search : FIFA2002 at Pocket Gear The quality and choice of games for Pocket PC will cure you of that Nokia itch very soon <_< Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest sc0user_75 Posted August 30, 2007 Report Share Posted August 30, 2007 This is the best I could find with a quick search : FIFA2002 at Pocket Gear The quality and choice of games for Pocket PC will cure you of that Nokia itch very soon <_< Thanks Disco Stu. I did do a search but came up blanks! Maybe cuz I was in a rush to get out of the office and home ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jharvey00 Posted August 30, 2007 Report Share Posted August 30, 2007 T-Mo are suggesting it'll be later than that, but I think they'll sneak in in September. P I spoke to one of the Customer Service ppl in store today (Central London), and he said that it would be "available very close to the date of (my) upgrade" (7th Sept). How accurate this information is is questionable! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest wi11 Posted September 4, 2007 Report Share Posted September 4, 2007 Went into my local T-mobile store last night and there were no leaflets around and FWIW the guy said they had no idea when they were getting it. I also asked if it would be possible to reserve one of the first ones and he said no. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest GordonTGopher Posted September 4, 2007 Report Share Posted September 4, 2007 Went into my local T-mobile store last night and there were no leaflets around and FWIW the guy said they had no idea when they were getting it. I also asked if it would be possible to reserve one of the first ones and he said no. ;) I hesitate to add this link as I don't have a high opinion of the site in question but there MAY be some truth in it! http://msmobiles.com/news.php/6654.html Gordon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest markeew Posted September 4, 2007 Report Share Posted September 4, 2007 I called T-Mobile this morning and the person I spoke to seemed to think the Vario III would be released on 24th September. I get a different answer each time I call so don't know how reliable this is. Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BillyRayPreachersSon Posted September 11, 2007 Report Share Posted September 11, 2007 I called yesterday and was told that there was no information, I called again today and got speaking with a self-confessed geek-chick who told me she'd been waiting for it to be announed internally (she wanted one for herself), but was pretty sure it would be within 2 weeks from now - giving more credence to the 24th? Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest powerupmobile Posted September 13, 2007 Report Share Posted September 13, 2007 The Vario III was featured in the September monthly magazine/price list from our distributer and they have given us a launch date of 30th September. We have pricing and are taking pre-orders for the device now. From experience the launch date is likely to be an estimate only (could be sooner or later than that date) and stock is likely to tricle in when it is first launched. This is what happened when the Vario II was launched about the same time last year. More info on our tariffs here: http://www.powerupmobile.com/tariffs-2-302.htm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest lukesmith Posted September 23, 2007 Report Share Posted September 23, 2007 I called yesterday and was told that there was no information, I called again today and got speaking with a self-confessed geek-chick who told me she'd been waiting for it to be announed internally (she wanted one for herself), but was pretty sure it would be within 2 weeks from now - giving more credence to the 24th? Dan I was in the tmobile on oxford street yesterday and was told expected 29th. The first time a tmobile staff member (either on the phone or in a shop (london/reading)) has told me a date. Im still hoping for the 24th tho. So will phone tmobile again tomorrow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest londonthing Posted September 27, 2007 Report Share Posted September 27, 2007 Just to let you all know its been released by T-Mobile today. I just phoned the upgrade department and on a Flext 75 contract they tried to charge me 19.99 for it. I told them not interested unless it was free and after the lady spoke to her manager they agreed to do the deal for Free. Getting it tommorow before 1pm. YIPPEE!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest londonthing Posted September 27, 2007 Report Share Posted September 27, 2007 ITS OUT TODAY! JUST ORDERED FROM THE TMOBILE UPGRADE DEPT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest coulsond Posted September 27, 2007 Report Share Posted September 27, 2007 Excellent news! Just ordered mine over the phone, I have a business tariff and the upgrade was free!! I am also getting the Vario III tomorrow! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest crx16 Posted September 27, 2007 Report Share Posted September 27, 2007 just rang t-mobile to upgrade and they said it isnt out yet! couldnt tell me a date either, im confused :s Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Monolithix (MVP) Posted October 1, 2007 Report Share Posted October 1, 2007 Having now seen the real thing, that pic doesnt do it many favours does it :/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mandt Posted October 2, 2007 Report Share Posted October 2, 2007 No it doesn't it's actually a very good looking device when you have it in front of you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest alicia Posted October 13, 2007 Report Share Posted October 13, 2007 ITS OUT TODAY! JUST ORDERED FROM THE TMOBILE UPGRADE DEPT Indeed it is out now but they're also out of stock! ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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