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I'm finally looking at getting a cell-phone. I'm considering this one, as it has all the features I'm interested in. The Vodafone franchise is suggesting one of these $40 account packages (which would take $200 off the cost of the phone). Independently I've determined that at least on Vodafone one really needs an account to be able to use the phone for web access, especially if you plan to hook your laptop into the phone, and a usable package is likely to be another $20 to $40. Mobile data charges seem to be like Internet charges ten years ago.

However I've been out of the phone market for a while now, so has anyone got any suggestions, tips, or advice? Or does anyone want to suggest a better choice of phone?

I'm also considering getting a Sony Bravia 32" D series LCD (KLV-32D300A) to go with the new Digital TV connection I've just had Telstra Clear install. My reasoning is that in the Bravia range anything less than D series does not handle HDMI very well at all, and there are some damn good reviews for this model.

The limitation to 32" comes from the place I want to put it, as on measuring and taking into account surrounds and stands, a 4-0" LCD would not fit and a 37" might still be too tight, though most ranges don't seem to have 37" monitors. Though also, various web people say that 32" is about the maximum you can go to without getting significant visual data artefacts from non-HDMI programming.

But again, I'm not the expert on these things, so advice and suggestions are welcome.

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[repton-infinity.livejournal.com]

You should get an unlocked iPhone!

[v-folds.livejournal.com]

We opted for high spec plasma mainly for the wider off centre viewing angles to keep the tribe in order. However after selecting the telly we wanted using the price/ review method an expedition to the Paraparaumu shopping mall where 4 major retailers of tellys are next door to each other, allowed us to view the same model in differing lights and settings. As usual with this subjective review style "I want that one!" worked for us. Plus the useful bargaining chip next door will give us a free stand or better cabling, whats your best price, worked well in this competetive market.

[eloieli.livejournal.com]

Though also, various web people say that 32" is about the maximum you can go to without getting significant visual data artefacts from non-HDMI programming.

We get these on some channels with our 32" LCD TV, so I imagine bigger models would get it even worse.

[cha0sslave.livejournal.com]

If you get Vodafone they have the "best mate" deal where you can talk to another vodafone as much as you like for only 6 bucks a month, although IIRC your offspring use telescum.

The evil that men do.

As for monitors when I can get a 21 inch for $350 full yinclusive I'm there!!! They're still taking us for a huge ride on monitor prices over here though, usually claiming "transport" as a reason, but in reality it's because there's bugger all competition and they all run similar scams. Go to a mainland nation and you'll see serious competition.