Cell phone dilema..

[aznmist]

Well my dilema is choosing between the Nokia 8390 and the 8260

8390:
Single Band, Single Mode Digital GSM phone, Two-Way SMS capable

http://www.shoprogers.com/store/wir...s+S40&number=35

8260:
Dual Band, Dual-Mode Digital PCS phone
Two-Way SMS capable

http://www.shoprogers.com/store/wir...a+8260&number=1


I see that the 8260 has dual band..is this better than single band?

 

[Czar]

I recomend the Nokia 8390, the other one is very old

I have a Nokia 6510 (link) which is alot like the 8390 but more aimed at the business types (also cheaper )

 

[KrustyVT]

I have the 8260, and I love it. To view the actual size of the phone, view this link.

Just remember, this decision also will encompass whether you are able to use GSM service (8390) or TDMA service (8260). The level of coverage you get on the Rogers network, as well as roaming on other networks, will depend on the network that your phone uses. While GSM networks are being built out, they are not as predominant as TDMA networks and you may have GSM coverage gaps in areas where TDMA service is available.

-=K=-

 

[kLezViruS]

I like the 8390 because its AT&T GSM.

 

[MajesticMoose]

I could very well be wrong, but i think that single vs double band stuff has to do if it works on digital, analog, or both. If so, that would lead me to choose the 8260 (i have one actually) since that would let you talk when there is only analog service. The other would be fine though if you never leave populated areas

 

[BlueApple]

Dual Band vs Dual Mode

8260 reviews

 

[aznmist]

Originally posted by: MajesticMoose
I could very well be wrong, but i think that single vs double band stuff has to do if it works on digital, analog, or both. If so, that would lead me to choose the 8260 (i have one actually) since that would let you talk when there is only analog service. The other would be fine though if you never leave populated areas

Well I plan to travel between London and Toronto often...

 

[aznmist]

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