topic Re: Upgrading to a touch-screen phone in Android

Upgrading to a touch-screen phone

queenie — Thu, 31 Jul 2014 12:11:57 GMT

I am considering buying a Samsung Galaxy S3 mini. I currently have a Nokia 3310 with a pay as you go account with o2. Will i have to change the sim card?

Re: Upgrading to a touch-screen phone

Anonymous — Thu, 31 Jul 2014 12:21:45 GMT

@queenie wrote:
I currently have a Nokia 3310 with a pay as you go account with o2.

Honestly? You're still using a 14 year old Nokia 3310?

But yes, you will need a new SIM card for a new phone which you can order online or pickup at a local O2 Store.

Re: Upgrading to a touch-screen phone

Anonymous — Thu, 31 Jul 2014 12:24:55 GMT

As far as sim card sizes go, it'll fit in the phone as the S3 mini uses the same size card as the Nokia 3310. Depending on how old your current sim card is you may need a new one to use 3G data services, but you'll be able to make phone calls, send texts etc.

On a slight aside, instead of a Samsung Galaxy S3 mini, maybe consider going for the Moto G? It's a better device overall and can be picked up for around the same price (or possibly cheaper) as an S3 mini.

Re: Upgrading to a touch-screen phone

Anonymous — Thu, 31 Jul 2014 12:36:35 GMT

Hi

I would suggest going into the high street stores to have a 'play' with the working demo models too.

As said they take the same sim unless your wanting to have a 4G tariff or depends how long you've been using the sim you currently use.

If so the O2 shop will perform the swapmysim procedure for you.

Takes from a few minutes up to approx 24 hours to settle.

Re: Upgrading to a touch-screen phone

jonsie — Thu, 31 Jul 2014 12:38:02 GMT

Wow, upgrading from a 3310, that's going to take some serious getting used to.

Anything we can help with, don't hesitate to ask. Welcome to the 21st Century

Re: Upgrading to a touch-screen phone

Anonymous — Thu, 31 Jul 2014 12:44:07 GMT

hi as every one seems to be mocking you, il help you, as your upgrading yes youy will need a new sim a micro sim, you can either get a new one or go to a shop where they can cut to size but can cause sim issues, i think the upgrade your going for is a good one and one that is well needed, I love the fact that Nokia's are built to last and go on and on lol. are you getting a contract handset? if so this will come with a sim or is it pay and go? my advice is to get a new sim card as the one you have will not have any 3g capabilities and you will need this to enjoy the full benifits of your phone such as internet browsing, sending pics, whats app etc.

any probs give me a shout

Re: Upgrading to a touch-screen phone

Anonymous — Thu, 31 Jul 2014 12:46:36 GMT

I agree @jonsie

@queenie

As smartphones cry out to be used online and update apps in the background etc I would suggest when choosing a tariff that you pay attention to the data part too. I would suggest a minimum of 1GB.

Enjoy the journey and we're all here to help further when and where required.

Re: Upgrading to a touch-screen phone

jonsie — Thu, 31 Jul 2014 12:53:41 GMT

...and rest assured no one is mocking you! We are here to help. Many people have to take the first steps to a smart phone and the important thing is to get a tariff that will suit your needs and allow the phone to be used as intended.

Re: Upgrading to a touch-screen phone

Cleoriff — Thu, 31 Jul 2014 13:04:09 GMT

@queenie You just enjoy the journey.

I took the plunge last year, moving from an old Motorola to a Samsung S3.

There were times in the beginning I came close to launching it out of the window

However, the help, support and guidance from the experts on here kept me sane and grounded.

I still class myself as a technophobe....but I amaze myself at how much I have learnt this past year

Take this big step...you wont look back

Re: Upgrading to a touch-screen phone

MI5 — Thu, 31 Jul 2014 22:16:52 GMT

Is there any particular reason why you are upgrading to such a different phone?

Re: Upgrading to a touch-screen phone

queenie — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 08:50:40 GMT

First of all, I refuse to be defined by technology! So all those out there who can't bear to be out of sight of their mobile phone I say 'Get a life!'.

Secondly, after being puzzled about my phone being 14 years old, I went to check a bit more carefully and discovered it's a Nokia 6300. Fairly basic, I know but it has served me well.

Re: Upgrading to a touch-screen phone

queenie — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 08:58:03 GMT

As I have just told PapaDug, my current phone is not a Nokia 3310 after all but a 6300.

I will not have any difficulty using a smartphone as I already have a Samsung tablet. I just wanted some extra connectivity.

Re: Upgrading to a touch-screen phone

Anonymous — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 09:06:32 GMT

Enjoy the journey.

Re: Upgrading to a touch-screen phone

queenie — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 09:07:08 GMT

As I mentioned to another poster, I have a Samsung tablet and wanted more connectivity when out and about.

By the way, my phone is actually a Nokia 6300 not a 3310 as I first thought.

Re: Upgrading to a touch-screen phone

Anonymous — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 09:10:35 GMT

I've used both Nokia models and liked both.

Just to recap if your intending to use data etc when 'out and about' try to get as much data allowance as is possible.

Re: Upgrading to a touch-screen phone

Anonymous — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 09:23:11 GMT

Hi @queenie

One thing to be aware of that has yet to be mentioned is battery life. Please just be aware that whatever phone you decide on the battery will need charging a lot more than your 6300. Most of the battery use tends to be the screen.

As a Samsung stalwart of a number of years I tend to sway towards them but recently through Try The Tech I have opened my eyes to others including Windows Phone and BlackBerry. As you already have a Samsung tablet I would stick with Android and I agree that it would be a great idea to pop into an o2 or CPW store and have a play.

Please let us know what you decide to do. We are here to help 😀

Re: Upgrading to a touch-screen phone

MI5 — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 09:27:55 GMT

The 6300 is a good phone and was the last candybar style phone I had before moving to a Galaxy S1 smartphone, so the S3 for you seems a logical step in my opinion.
Phone usage shouldn't offer you any challenges as you are already familiar with the Android system but just in case you need help, we are here for you.
Enjoy your phone

Re: Upgrading to a touch-screen phone

queenie — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 09:39:10 GMT

Just like to say thanks to all those who have replied to my posts and given their advice. I will go to a store and have a further play before I decide which way to go.

Re: Upgrading to a touch-screen phone

Anonymous — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 09:40:18 GMT

You're most welcome.

Have fun.

Re: Upgrading to a touch-screen phone

Anonymous — Tue, 05 Aug 2014 09:41:19 GMT

Good luck and enjoy the experience. Have a play and decide what is best for you. 😆