Sidekick 2008... I'm tempted...

it does look like a pretty cool device, try it you have a trial period it 14 days if you don't like it return it. The one downfall is tmobile will not unlock a SideKick device for you but I agree it seems like a nice phone, have you thought about the other smartphones like the Dash, I use that one and have for about a year and a half I have been pleased with it.

 

Nice Bling...LMAO that was the best truly thank you. You know with the covers you can personalize them if you go to the website listed with the covers...can't remember the site right now (hard to concentrate on Friday night or saturday morning i guess) you can upload an image and make the cover anything you want but I like the all black one too. Hope you like it

 

i'm surprised that the new Sidekick wasnt announced here on WA

 

I was going to announce it but I was gone the day it launched, it's pretty cool though with the covers and all. And it's more affordable that's what I like about it. I will say this that from now on SK will be launched by model year, unless it's a limited edition like the Tony Hawk version.

 

it's probably easier that way

 

We had a power outage at a data center today so most data services went out temporarily when the Danger servers were rebooted this happenned to most users that were connected at the time. Sorry you'll see hiccups like this once in a while

 

Hey Seabass...thanks for sharing re: your Sidekick purchase. I too have been tempted by the new Sidekick-2008. I like it's new smaller size, and the menu seems to be a bit different than the other Sidekick's I've viewed in the store.

I just bought a Samsung Blast in April, and while the phone is OK, the e-mail client that I use with AOL is barely acceptable. Yes, it does push in the initial e-mail, but if the e-mail and/or attachment is large...then the phone re-set's itself. How's the e-mail on the new Sidekick? I actually e-mail more than I text, which on the Blast is OK.

I also like you am not a big fan of Window's mobile devices...I owned a Dash before getting my Blast. I actually like the Blast better than my Dash, even though it appears that I've taken a step back.

Also too is the age factor. You stated if it would still be acceptable for someone a few years away from 30 to use a Sidekick in public...what about a guy like me who just turned "50" this year? :headscrat:dunno: Every phone I've purchased from T-Mobile...1st the Dash, then the Blast, I've always asked myself "should I get a Sidekick"? Then I get something else.

I've considered the Blackberry, but not sure I'd use everything to it's full potential. The Sidekick seems just right! So maybe I'll continue monitoring your's and other's feedback on the new Sidekick...then just go out and buy it...not caring that a 50-year old guy is using a Sidekick! :lmao:

 

Got you both beat...I spoke with an 82 year old lady tonight on the phone at work who threatened to cancel if we didn't give her a free sidekick with a two year contract, because she had paid us sixty thousand dollars....that's right $60,000 in the last 4 and a half years I did it for her, I had to ask because of this forum, "Maam who is going to use this sidekick?" she replied, "I am, and I want a Purple skin for it too!" I just about died laughing I told her well I hope you enjoy your new Sidekick. She said oh I will I like to instant message all my boyfriends. Gotta love her.

 

Sorry for my denseness, but which sidekick on TMo's page is the 2008 one?

 

That is what I thought it was, LOL, thanks for linking it. I stopped at a TMo store yesterday. Damn, I didn't realize the buttons were that small.

 

Well, now I'm forced to make a decision, my Blast died today...Blast! I was on a call, the phone froze, shut itself off and I can't turn it back on. Tried removing the battery, etc., nothing.

So I'll either get the Sidekick, Blackberry Pearl, or another Blast (I have insurance). I'll let you know! I'm leaning towards the Sidekick...for it has what I need and the monthly cost would be cheaper due to not needing a separate text plan like I would need for the Blackberry...but then again, not sure! Guess I'm still concerned about a 50-year old guy (myself) using a Sidekick! :hmm: :dunno:

Chris

 

Thanks Seabass! At this time though I had to take current stock of my finances, and things are kinda tight since I just puchased a home. I called T-Mobile, and since I have swapped out 3 previous Samsung Blast's (software problems with the other 3...another thread), they are sending me another phone for nothing...but this time a different model. I'm getting a Moto RIZR Z3, which isn't exactly what I wanted...but it'll do till my contract is up, and by then they'll have other phones to choose from. Guess that Google "Android" phone will be out by the end of the year. Can check that out when it comes.

Till that arrives in 2-3 days, they gave me a "loaner"...and old touch screen Sony-Erickson. Thing weigh's like a brick compared to today's phones! At least I can make/receive calls/texts.

Thanks again for your help and suggestions!

Chris

 

As a long time Sidekick user (full disclosure: I run hiptop3.com) I was impressed by the Sidekick 2008. If you don't already have a Sidekick LX, then you'll likely be happy with it. Especially if you're a heavy texter/IMer as nothing beats the keyboard on the SK.

 

My husband and I just got two Sidekicks (2008) and are loving them. We left Sprint after fighting with Samsung phones for two years. My first one overheated and started coming unglued. Had another get wet. It worked for a couple days then started adding extra numbers when dialing. I turned it off and on, and when it came back it had a yellow error screen. We both ended up with a900's and HATED them. Bluetooth never worked right. Batteries sucked. Calls dropped with full bars.
So far the Sidekicks have been great. We have so many ways of keeping in touch with each other. IM, text and email... the keyboard is much nicer than other phones We looked at.

And best of all I got an awesome discount through work. Paid $49.99 each. Once we get our $50 (per phone) rebate cards, they'll be free.