Comments | brad: Android Developer Phones

brad

Android Developer Phones

Dec 08, 2008 11:47

Get an SIM-unlocked, bootloader-unlocked, kernel-unlocked, fully flashable Android phone for $399, with free shipping in the US ( Read more... )

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mart December 9 2008, 05:52:13 UTC

So tempted...

That's the same hardware as the G1, right? The specs page doesn't mention GPS, but other than that it looks the same.

brad December 9 2008, 07:21:57 UTC

I think forgetting to mention GPS was an oversight. I'm pretty sure I read on some other page them mentioning it's the same hardware.

In any case, I sent off an email letting them know it's not listed in the hardware bullets.

brad December 9 2008, 21:05:41 UTC

The vendor is updating the text to include GPS. It was just an omission.

Bah! joel December 9 2008, 06:46:55 UTC

I'm holding out for the bootloader-unlocked, kernel-unlocked fully flashable garage door opener.

manuzhai December 9 2008, 09:51:06 UTC

Well, it's still not as open as the OpenMoko stuff...

But I ordered mine Sunday, can't wait to play.

hub_ December 10 2008, 00:30:50 UTC

But from a phone stand point it is at least quad band (unlike the OpenMockup). The only reason why I use GSM: world wide compatible.

(I'm being devils advocate. I still have a dumb phone)

ebel December 9 2008, 14:29:28 UTC

Oh wow, I'm tempted. But I'm in Ireland. :( Might get it shipped to my boyfriend in the UK.

UK Shipping = $175! ebel December 10 2008, 12:19:43 UTC

So that's: $25 + $399 + $175 = $599 (£400+)

Seriously, what's the deal there?

Re: UK Shipping = $175! brad December 10 2008, 17:02:52 UTC

That's not just shipping... it also includes UK import tariffs.

Re: UK Shipping = $175! ebel December 10 2008, 17:10:40 UTC

Ah, was wondering.. That's good to know, thanks!