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[Xperia Play General] dsswoosh:
I will forever kick myself for taking out my vodafone contract before i even heard of giffgaff.

£10 for 30 days airtime on pay as you go with truly unlimited data @ 5MBPS is just about the best deal in the entire World.

I bought a giffgaff simcard last month to test it, swapped out my vodafone contract simcard and ran off about 55 gigs of torrent downloads going at 5mbps OTA !

GiffGaff is superb.
[Xperia Play General] jaytwo:
Thank you

Thanks for the info guys much appreciated.

Sorry for the late reply, got phone today and getting used to it is fun.

This is a nippy phone so much more responsive than my sgs, feels very solid and loving gamepad and the sound is awsome :D

Ok a few questions, do you have a link to the official se method for the bootloader please?

I have put some .apk's and stuff on the memory card but i cant see anywhere on the phone to browse the memory card, is there a way?

Thanks again for all your help.

Jay
[Xperia Play General] barrycollard:
Download a program like Astro. This will allow you to browse your memory card and install apps :)
[Xperia Play General] barrycollard:
My PLAY was unlocked by Jinx13 last night and it was surprisingly easy to do as Jinx does all the work.

Only (slightly) tricky bit is the use of a paperclip to form a testpoint (tp) but it's not as daunting as it sounds.

I wouldn't hesitate to recommend his services.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1265780

I paid £19 but this was an extra £4 donation (normally £15) due to the late hour in which the unlocking took place.
[Xperia Play General] chrisredmayne:
Im not sure if I want mine unlocked... Might just get the official updates as it works great as it is for me!
[Xperia Play General] vans2:
Yes, almost the first thing I did when I got my Play yesterday was to click yes to the Sony update. It seemed to have a couple of useful improvements.

Also, according to this link all Xperia phones will be upgraded to ICS

http://androidandme.com/2011/10/new...bring-ice-cream-sandwich-to-all-2011-devices/
[Xperia Play General] twe69:
Am slightly confused.

for the O2 phones that are locked, can I basically change the kernel and rom after unlocking it both sim unlock and bootloader?

Thanks.

Look at the ddtnetwork method at £13
[Xperia Play General] ando_uk:
twe off hotuk?

yes everything is changeable when you unlock

unlocking unlocks the network lock and the bootloader meaning custom kernel and custom roms
[Xperia Play General] jaytwo:
Sorted, i got file manager off market, installed all the emus they working great :D
[Xperia Play General] twe69:
Yes :D

Thanks for your PM earlier....

Going to attempt this in a bit....
[Xperia Play General] vans2:
I checked the O2 site yesterday and the Play is no longer listed in the PAYG section.
[Xperia Play General] koinden:
Yeah I noticed they had been taken off the website the other day, if your still after one it might be worth your while to check your local store to see if they still have some stock left. I know my local shop still has a few white ones (well they did yesterday) @ £150
[Xperia Play General] vans2:
Thanks for the information. I bought one a few days ago, but my daughter wants one now.
[Xperia Play General] jutley:
all gone online now glad I got one when I did.
[Xperia Play General] helikacarvalho:
help

can anyone help me to unlockmy xperia play?
[Xperia Play General] hexen2006:
Visiting london

Hi fellow Xperia PLAY owners,

I have a Black Xperia Play (on a 18 month contract in Mexico), but I'm visiting London next week on honeymoon :), so I wanted to take advantage on this trip and grap another set, (maybe a white one) as a gift for my wife, does anyone here knows if the 150GBP offer is still valid? and if there are any set available at the london O2 local shops?

Thanks

Your help is greatly appreciated.
[Xperia Play General] Cat_On_Droid:
Are you sure a Playstation Phone would suit your wife? I reccomend the Xperia Arc, Its way better since i doubt your wife will ever play any Emulators :P

Or an Xperia Neo/Pro. Neo i think has differenet colours like Blue,Red,Black,white. Cant be sure though
[Xperia Play General] hexen2006:
hehehe, you are right, it doesnt fit her looks, but 150 quids is a hell of a deal!!!... considering she still uses her samsung S5630... and she is an IPHONE hater (that's why im marrying her)... hehehe, well I have been teaching her about android (of course Im a noob hehehe), and she mostly play touch games... so a PLAY can so that also (and of course I can take borrow it whenever my play runs out of battery :)... it a win-win situation

Do you know the prices for the ARC or Neo back there, on a prepaid plan, so I can take it back to mexico and Sim-unlock it with alejandrissimo.
[Xperia Play General] wonderfibre:
I've got a spare white Play from o2. Only been used for a week or so and still in top condition with the latest official firmware (and rooted) if you can't find one elsewhere
[Xperia Play General] Logseman:
If you want to be extravagant, the Xperia Ray is your phone. It was designed by women with women in mind. And it's so sexy and so crisp and so smooth that it will make you envious.
[Xperia Play General] hexen2006:
Thanks wonder, I ll keep that in mind =)
[Xperia Play General] hexen2006:
Mmm thanks logseman, the Ray is mo being sold in Mexico at the moment... I ll look for it while in europe
[Xperia Play General] doubleluckstur:
The play is no longer cheap in the UK unless you get lucky and find stock in an argos somewhere... It's gone from most o2 shops now
[Xperia Play General] Nabeel_Nabs:
phones4u are selling it @ 160 according to hotukdeals.
[Xperia Play General] twe69:
White is back in stock but with 8GB memory.... But comes with 11 free games.....

http://shop.o2.co.uk/mobile_phone/pay_and_go/init/Sony_Ericsson/Xperia_PLAY_White_8GB
[Xperia Play General] AstroZombie1:
For anyone wondering it's a class 2 card so I'd suggest spending a extra tenner and getting a 16gb class 4 from amazon.
[Xperia Play General] Hogwarts:
I buy my xperia play bad esn for 100$ brand new in box

the most recent model produced i believe

only bad part is no GSM. but alas i dont need it anyways
[Xperia Play General] b1g1an:
Another Hogwarts classic!
[Xperia Play General] twe69:
affordable mobiles has the black sim unlocked version for £169.99 currently
[EVO 4G Accessories] dw3bb10:
I definitely need some recommendations on cases. I currently have a Sedio Innocase Active (blue). Its definitely taken a beating. And the soft (inner part of the case gets annoying, and is definitely showing some wear. What cases do you guys have on your phones? I need a new case ASAP! I dont really have much of a preference. Just as long as its durable, and looks good!!!
[EVO 4G Accessories] ewmccraw:
I have a Casemate "Barely There" case and I love it. Check'em out....
[EVO 4G Accessories] King_Me:
Im in love with my Ballistics case. Don't have to worry about dropping your baby, its protected VERY well. Seems a little bulky at first, but still fits in ur pocket nd youll get used to it.

Sent from my Nocturnal EVO, it NEVER Sleeps........except when I push the button :p
[EVO 4G Accessories] kd0axs:
If you want SERIOUS protection, the Ballistic HC is the only way to go. I ordered mine the day they released them and haven't even thought about using anything else since. Some people don't like how bulky it is, but nothing else even comes close to the level of protection you get with the Ballistic.

Sent from my HTC EVO 4G with Tapatalk
[EVO 4G Accessories] King_Me:
+1

Sent from my Nocturnal EVO, it NEVER Sleeps........except when I push the button :p
[EVO 4G Accessories] ghostyroasty:
i started having issues with my ballistic case a few months ago. The rubber border next to the power button became detached, and I received a replacement for the front that was a little different in design. The rubber on it started peeling as well and the proximity sensor doesn't pick up, so it is impossible for my screen to turn on while in a call (hitting the power button in a call doesn't work either)

I'm looking into an alternative, and possibly one to hold an extended battery case as well.
[EVO 4G Accessories] jhunterb18:
I use the Otter commuter case, modified to fit with my extended battery. Dropped it pretty hard twice on concrete, phone came out just fine. Only issue I have with the case is the cover for the HDMI and Micro usb ports. Doesn't stay closed.
[EVO 4G Accessories] sanjsrik:
I know you didn't ask about an extended battery, but I'm just going to put in my .02c for the trident case with the extended 2000MaH battery:

http://www.tridentcase.com/product_5_117.html

It has exchangable rubber bumpers that you can purchase separately, AND it has a built in screen protector. i've had mine for months now, dropped the device 2x and absolutely NO damage.

Wonderful case for the price and an extended battery that really didn't add that much thickness.
[EVO 4G Accessories] mredmond2012:
Otterbox Commuter = Awesome

I HIGHLY recommend the Otterbox Commuter series case. I've had it for almost a year now, and it is amazing. I've been pretty rough with my phone, but it has saved it from any sort of damage. It provides fantastic protection and feels solid and strong in my hands, but at the same time it doesn't make the phone seem bulky and has a great very smooth, sleek, thin feel to it. Definitely the best of both worlds in terms of balancing strong protection with sleek good looks.

Another thing I love about Otterbox is their amazing customer service and 1-year no-questions-asked warranty guarantee. I recently broke the case itself somehow (the phone stayed completely protected though) so I emailed their warranty services and told them, and they simply asked for my shipping address and sent me a new case in under a week! They didn't even ask for a copy of the receipt or pictures of the broken case. It was the fastest, easiest warranty claim I've ever had.

If you do go for an Otterbox, definitely buy it off eBay and not retail. You'll save yourself a good $20-25. It's about $12 new on eBay. I'd post a link, but I'm still a noob :D
[EVO 4G Accessories] nbock01:
Otterbox is definitely the way to go. I am unaware of what solutions they have available for extended batteries but it may be worth while to look into.
[EVO 4G Accessories] Incitatus4:
I too have to throw in a full reccomendation for the Otterbox Commuter.

Fits like a glove, and keeps the phone stylishly protected. It looks great, and has saved my phone from 4 drops I've made (one which I thought the case couldn't have saved it from, but nevertheless it did.)
[EVO 4G Accessories] nanstedt:
I like the silicone ones. easy to deal with.
[EVO 4G Accessories] AdriVelazquez:
I have to agree with him. Also check out Incipio feather case. Best as far as having a slim phone with some protection.
[EVO 4G Accessories] aaronagis:
Otterbox commuter is inmho the best if your hard on your phones, or you want extra protection.

But I switched to the casemate barely there about 4 months ago and its hands down, my favorite case. Ive dropped my evo a ton of times, and.its still doing just fine...
[EVO 4G Accessories] kendallc123:
I'm also looking for a case. I think I'm going to get an Otterbox. Either the Commuter or Impact Series. I haven't dropped my phone yet, but I know I'll be bound to someday... :rolleyes:

Thanks to everyone for suggesting cases!
[EVO 4G Accessories] mredmond2012:
If you go for the Commuter (which I highly recommend; it offers great protection, but has great style, feels good in my hand, and doesn't add significant bulk), you should get it here on eBay. Save yourself $25. :P
[EVO 4G Accessories] kendallc123:
Thanks! I totally forgot about ebay! :D
[EVO 4G Accessories] thepiecesfit:
I had the otterbox impact case. It is way too loose, doesnt fit snug on the phone. Over time gets even bigger almost a quarter inch too long vertically than the phone. Dissapointing.
[EVO 4G Accessories] jcalderon576:
If you really want protection I recomend the ballistic case. It's rugged and very durable. I got mine on Amazon for about 30 bucks after shipping
[EVO 4G Accessories] kendallc123:
Oh wow that's like putting your phone in a bullet proof box inside a bomb cover lol I will look into one of those after my paycheck..
[EVO 4G Accessories] :
Yea lol but is a very good case. It has a nice feel to it too, it doesn't feel as big in the hand as it looks.
[EVO 4G Accessories] :
There is also three different color choices. I have the black with red.
[EVO 4G Accessories] MrWhite1127:
I ordered mine yesterday. Should be here soon. I just so happened to stumble on this thread after I ordered it. Lol.

sent from my mik'd evo
[EVO 4G Accessories] Lacedaemon:
Pong

I'm not sure if this has already been recommended but y'all should try Pong cases. They supposedly redirect cellphone radiation from your head and back to the cell phone towers. $49.99 for HTC Evo 4G; More info here.
[EVO 4G Accessories] eg08003:
i have an otterbox case on mine..i really like it...the extended power buttons and volume buttons make it easier to find them without looking and press them...it also gives the phone a better shape and feels better in the hands....it gets a bit bulkier but its something you can live with
[EVO 4G Accessories] MrWhite1127:
I just got my ballistic hc case in the mail today. And I must say. That it is very impressive. The build quality imho trumps the otterbox defender. Bar none. I feel safer having my phone in the ballistic than the otterbox.

sent from my mik'd evo
[EVO 4G Accessories] a senile fungus:
I love my seidio rugged with the extended battery.

Its so secure, and I like that I can have my own screen protector

~ I'm a fungi
[EVO 4G Accessories] kdh77:
I bought one of the Smile brand full protection cases off amazon about 6+ months ago and I'm still using it. I like it better than the Otterbox Defender I had had before.
[EVO 4G Accessories] Michael Milken:
Does that case have a cover for the flash light and the camera?
[EVO 4G Accessories] MrWhite1127:
Yes it does. I love my ballistic case.

sent from my mik'd evo
[EVO 4G Accessories] Michael Milken:
I put order in for one last night. Can't wait til it gets here. This case looks a lot stronger and more airtight than the otterbox defender. Even with my otterbox, dust still manages to reach the phone. The ballistic case seems to have more closings.
[EVO 4G Accessories] MrWhite1127:
It does. The phone fits snug inside the case. And once you snap the othe half of it on it stays on. It's almost impossible to remove. I use mine with the optional silicon sleeve. Makes it feel more secure and it gives my phone an overall better feel in terms of built quality. The only flaw I can find is the kickstand. It feels a flimsy. But it snaps on and off. Ballistic said that If the kickstand breaks they will send out another kickstand that just snaps right in like nothing ever happened. I definitely feel better knowing that I don't have to baby my phone.

sent from my mik'd evo
[EVO 4G Accessories] aaronagis:
ringke

I finally replaced my otterbox commuter with the ReEarth "Ringke" case, and I am pretty impressed... I was a little apprehensive about the $17 price, but this thing has got to be the best silicone case IMHO. The fit and feel is right on for me, and it doesn't attract lint, and hasn't gotten stretched out or anything.

Its a great happy medium for me since I was using the "barely there" which offered as much protection as the name implys, and the commuter ended up being more bulky than i wanted.
[EVO 4G Accessories] MrWhite1127:
If I ever get a thin case ill look into this. For the simple fact that it doesn't attract lint. I had a few silicon skins and it was embarrassing to pull my phone out of my pocket with a chunk of pocket lint stuck to it.

sent from my mik'd evo
[EVO 4G Accessories] jgreemo:
Otterbox Commuter has been great for me. Little lint, slim enough for my pocket and relatively secure. My girlfriend has the Defender for her Evo and while the phone is very secure, it's a beast. Also the Defender screen cover doesn't always lay as close as needed to allow for good capacitance.
[EVO 4G Accessories] ReapersDeath:
I have an Otter Box Impact series.. it works pretty good and looks nice.. its silicone but not that annoying kind that will flip your pocket inside out every time.. It will keep your phone safe if you drop it on the floor.. Only $10 on ebay and youl get it within like 2-5 days.. i want the defender series lol.. It is 2 pieces, a front and back, the front has a built in screen protector and you can like drop it off a 2 story building and your phone will still be safe.. but thats like $40
[EVO 4G Accessories] kalehua4791:
seidio extended case

i have the seidio extended case with the extended battery and it is great....costly but worth every penny considering how much the phone costs.....its pennies.....on the dollar:)
[EVO 4G Accessories] bjones.2385:
what seems to be the best evo case for dropping your phone on its side?
[EVO 4G Accessories] MrWhite1127:
What type of surfaces? Are you prone to dropping your phone often? Are you looking for a slim case , a medium size case , or a rough and rugged type of case.?

sent from my mik'd evo
[EVO 4G Accessories] ReapersDeath:
Otter box's are overall around imo the best.. there's youtube pages of people just throwing there phones on random surfaces.. iPhone in defender series case thrown right into the street 6 feet in the air onto solid cement and its perfectly good
[EVO 4G Accessories] Michael Milken:
That's my only knock on the otterbox defender case...the screen protector isn't as close to the screen as it should be. It still allows dust to get inside.
[EVO 4G Accessories] smelkus:
I use the Seidio Surface case and their screen guard. It keeps the phone fairly small and has a nice texture. Some dust and lint gets in there, but with all the flashing and occasional battery pulling I'm able to clean while waiting for reboots. I've dropped mine a couple of times and it's held up fine.
[EVO 4G Accessories] Michael Milken:
I got my Ballistic HC case in the mail today. I'm really impressed. This thing has protective covering for everything on the EVO, including the ear-mic and the speaker on the back. The Ballistic case has the otterbox defender beat, in my opinion.
[EVO 4G Accessories] MrWhite1127:
+1

sent from my mik'd evo
[EVO 4G Accessories] astute:
and it was super easy to remove.

I can't remember if this is the right brand, but I liked invisible shield screen protector over the other stuff out there.

Edit: random question for those with the otter box Commuter, but the silicone case is loose on the edge, with out the plastic backing, is that how it's suppose to be? I've seen posts on other android forums saying that its a common problem? It's extremely hard to press the power button.

I already emailed otter box about it but I just got a generic response.
[EVO 4G Accessories] jamieg71:
Otterbox Defender

I'm a commercial roofer by trade, so I spend a lot of time at high elevations. I've had three Otterbox Defenders since I bought my EVO last may. I lost the first when it fell from a man lift about 60' up, bounced twice off the boom and landed on a honda. Replaced free of charge @ store. (My boss said it cost about $1200 damage to that accord... oops)

Second one fell in some 625 degree hot tar when I got bumped and it was knocked out of my hand. Scooped it up with a shovel threw it in a bucket of water and pulled it right out. I think the hot tar actually saved the phone from any water damage but the case was toasted, warped and the rubber outer liner pretty much gone. Replaced for free @ store.

The third is currently on my evo, (I've started to be more careful of her), and I'm still rocking the 004 hardware EVO I bought last may, not a scratch ding or any dust on it.

So that's my long winded .02
[EVO 4G Accessories] heyZeus:
My friend purchased the Otterbox Defender for his Evo and it's working great.
[EVO 4G Accessories] spikezilla9:
Anyone used the Trident Cyclops or Siedio Active before. Any thoughts on either of them and which one you would recommend. I have the Otterbox Commuter right now.
[EVO 4G Accessories] SirSigma:
I have the Trident Kraken for my Evo, and it's my favorite case out of all the multiple ones I've tried. For me, it's a perfect blend between protection, style, and size. I love it.
[EVO 4G Accessories] MrWhite1127:
I have a new found respect for the ballistic. I was at the house drinking with some buddies of mine and one of them knocked my phone into the hot tub. It plummeted to the bottom wothe the jets on full blast. I reached down and yanked it out and it was still in the YouTube app with the YouTube video playing! I immediately took the battery out and let it sit for a few hours. And its like nothing ever happened to it. Amazing case. Buy ballistic.

sent from my mik'd evo
[EVO 4G Accessories] mybikegoes200:
+1 on the Seidio Innosurface case... Best part - if you like car cradles, the phone fits *with* the case on in the Seidio Innotraveler car cradle. The desktop charger works with the case on as well. I've dropped my phone several times - not a single scratch :)
[EVO 4G Accessories] lilybush:
I ordered from this site as a Xmas gift for my father, his case is a little bit old, so i wanna give him a surprise, aha!

I received the case two days ago, and i put it in my drawer, and ready to give it to him in Xmas Eve.

The price is so moderate, but to my surprise, it looks high quality and the material feels so good.

My HTC EVO 4G case

This is the shop where i ordered the case from.
[EVO 4G Accessories] Kur10uCity:
I have an otter box, which is nice and provides plenty of protection if you drop your phone, but it is too bulky for me, so I don't use it.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] lse4:
Hello everyone every time I receive a phone call I go to answer it... Then my phone will ask me to press 1 to answer and 2 to send to voicemail... Anyone know what I did? It started to do this a couple days ago
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] drastic25:
you have google voice enable
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] bigcee1:
You enabled call screening in google voice
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] The Odom Project:
To be more clear, yes, its Google voice call screening. Just get on Google voice on your computer, go to settings, phone, and disable call screening
[HTC EVO 3D] Jimibar:
Hello everyone,

I have a problem, I got my EVO 3D GSM S-OFF and rooted 2 weeks ago.In the last hour I installed busybox from the market. Since then SU is not working anymore, root explorer is crashing and I got a force close everytime I launch SU.

I tried to downgrade my SU in recovery but unable to install the zip and the installation abort.

I tried to do a revolutionnary again but didn't worked. I tried to reinstall SU, same problem.

Of course I uninstalled busybox but it's not working at all.

If someone has an idea, please share :)

Thanks a lot in advance !

Jimi
[HTC EVO 3D] Jimibar:
Got this problem solved :

apply an old version of SU in recovery, it will fail but after a reboot, the SU app will really be downgraded. Install SU from market and don't install updates.

Problem solved, no FC anymore and root explorer is back to normal :)

Cheers.