Nokia Lumia 1520 - 6 inch display!

senordingdong · 18-01-2014 02:49PM

Yeah it's attainable if you leave it on standby for three days!

theothernt · 18-01-2014 03:27PM

Davy wrote: »

Did he say anything about his usage?
Was he in offline mode?

I found gaming had a huge impact on the battery, and wouldn't see 3 days off one charge.

I haven't done any scientific testing, but that seems possible - with a SIM card installed and moderate use (not games!).

If you're using the phone in offline/flight mode (or without a SIM), most Lumia's will last at least a few days.

Rsaeire · 18-01-2014 04:04PM

I find my 1020 lasts longer than my old Galaxy S II with the same usage and same settings, e.g. calls, texts, web browsing and lowest screen brightness, no Bluetooth. Given that, it's understandable that you could obtain longer performance on the 1520 compared to other, similar handsets.

With that said, 3 days sounds as if there is no wireless activity and minimal usage of the device but it would be interesting to learn otherwise once the handset is in more people's hands.

jesus_thats_gre · 18-01-2014 07:01PM

Davy wrote: »

Did he say anything about his usage?
Was he in offline mode?

I found gaming had a huge impact on the battery, and wouldn't see 3 days off one charge.

Hmmm he didn't in fairness but I would be surprised if it was light usage given his role.

jesus_thats_gre · 18-01-2014 07:03PM

senordingdong wrote: »

Yeah it's attainable if you leave it on standby for three days!

The same guy said that he used it in exactly the same way he does his iPhone 5S - which is dead come 5pm everyday. That might give some additional context - might not.

senordingdong · 19-01-2014 09:48PM

jesus_thats_gre wrote: »

The same guy said that he used it in exactly the same way he does his iPhone 5S - which is dead come 5pm everyday. That might give some additional context - might not.

It is actually. Bloody good feature considering.

youcancallmeal · 30-01-2014 03:11PM

jimmynokia wrote: »

Now on sale in vodafone via special order.

Anyone know if any of the Vodafone stores have it out on display? Would really like to hold one in my hand to judge the size for myself!

EDIT: Or even anywhere with the 1320 as it is more or less the same size?

jimmynokia · 30-01-2014 06:22PM

youcancallmeal wrote: »

Anyone know if any of the Vodafone stores have it out on display? Would really like to hold one in my hand to judge the size for myself!

EDIT: Or even anywhere with the 1320 as it is more or less the same size?

None on display from any store i was in,the 1320 is not out here yet dont think it will be either..

Johnny Derpp · 31-01-2014 12:09PM

1320 just looks to be budget version of 1520.

Would have thought we'd see that here before the 1520.

youcancallmeal · 31-01-2014 01:25PM

Looks like it can be for a fairly reasonable price at the moment. Can even get it in yellow but looks like shipped from China or Hong Kong?

Coconut Joe · 05-02-2014 12:22PM

youcancallmeal wrote: »

Looks like it can be for a fairly reasonable price at the moment. Can even get it in yellow but looks like shipped from China or Hong Kong?

Got the yellow one myself, defo coming from somewhere in Asia. Took 6 days from order to delivery, haven't had time to get a sim yet but man the screen is gorgeous.

Ctrl Alt Del · 06-02-2014 10:59PM

Getting mine tomorrow...
Bigger than Note3 !? Hmm... nice.
Better !? Hmm...dunno.

youcancallmeal · 07-02-2014 09:08AM

Ctrl Alt Del wrote: »

Getting mine tomorrow...
Bigger than Note3 !? Hmm... nice.
Better !? Hmm...dunno.

Post some pics!

theothernt · 08-02-2014 12:12AM

youcancallmeal wrote: »

Post some pics!

I could compare it to other Windows Phone and an iPhone in a pic?

Ctrl Alt Del · 08-02-2014 07:33PM

Hmmm...i had it like for ...few minutes in a sealed box today..and gone was it!
Thanks Vodafone...

SeaDaily · 08-02-2014 10:21PM

Ctrl Alt Del wrote: »

Hmmm...i had it like for ...few minutes in a sealed box today..and gone was it!
Thanks Vodafone...

I can't make sense of any of what you have written there.

jesus_thats_gre · 09-02-2014 01:19PM

Ctrl Alt Del wrote: »

Hmmm...i had it like for ...few minutes in a sealed box today..and gone was it!
Thanks Vodafone...

Reading that infuriated me.

senordingdong · 10-02-2014 03:07PM

So has anyone found any details on vodafones 'special' order yet.

Ctrl Alt Del · 10-02-2014 09:19PM

So,as i explained in the link to Vodafone section...went to a Vodafone store that had a 1520 in stock.After going trough all the hassle with porting a number from another network,i had to leave the shop ... without the phone !
I had the phone in my hands for few minutes while arguing with the staff,i didn't open the box but...felt great.Never tought i will see the day when i will just go so creazy after a fcuking phone !!

I hope that clarifies above ... unknowns known.

Re Vodafone,they will take orders for 1520 in the shop or online.Another shop had two 1520 but was on-hold for a customer(s) to collect it.I can't "afford" to buy it ready to go or from a third party due to personal taxation circumstances.

Feel sorry that no other networks have the phone on offer,at least on pre -orders ! Wondering ...what do they know and we don't !??

jimmynokia · 12-02-2014 06:39PM

Look what landed with me today

Quite nice slimmer edges any questions just ask.

youcancallmeal · 12-02-2014 09:48PM

jimmynokia wrote: »

Look what landed with me today

Quite nice slimmer edges any questions just ask.

Interesting, let us know what you think?

jimmynokia · 13-02-2014 06:12PM

Lumia 1520 owners check for an update.

g0g · 14-02-2014 10:07AM

I see on HUKD you can pick thee up for around £ 400 on Amazon now if anyone's looking for SIM free.

Says dispatched usually within 4-5 days it says. Might need to use Parcel Motel.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00G9YU07Y/

youcancallmeal · 14-02-2014 10:54AM

g0g wrote: »

I see on HUKD you can pick thee up for around £ 400 on Amazon now if anyone's looking for SIM free.

Says dispatched usually within 4-5 days it says. Might need to use Parcel Motel.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00G9YU07Y/

Yeah going to order one soon! I see there are some sellers on ebay who now have them for £365 (~€450). I presume the Amazon seller is also going to be sending the phone from Hong Kong so probably no difference? I also read on another other forum people in the UK ordered from that seller(cc-electronic) and received it no problem. From what I understand though if there is any problem with the device it has to go back to Nokia Hong Kong as Nokia UK only supports devices bought in UK & Ireland?

liamog · 21-02-2014 08:56PM

I've got mine now, if you've used a 925 this thing is like a scaled up version of that, fits perfectly in my jeans and the screen is brilliant.

youcancallmeal · 21-02-2014 10:01PM

Yeah got mine today as well. Very happy with it. I like the size of it, think I'll find it hard to go back to a smaller phone after this!

liamog · 23-02-2014 07:24PM

I had to return mine to Vodafone, when the backlight goes to its lowest setting there was a dark area at the top of the screen, they've to evaluate it before giving me a new one. I'm back on the 925 whilst they evaluate.

The backlight was fine on the low brightness it was just the lowest value on auto. I use my phone a lot in the dark so it was annoying.

Sir Oxman · 25-02-2014 06:26PM

So, to 1520 users - is this worth getting?
I have an Ativ S but I am drawn to this Lumia - I've big old hands but the 6" is making me waiver as I'd be using this day-to-day out and about, is it too unwieldy or just right?

I've looked at the 925 but the 4.5 screens annoy me at this stage, I'm use to the 4.7 inchers as a starting point.

I've heard reports of mad looking giant text on it as well, is there no option to scale the text (on tiles/menus etc)

I'd be buying simfree as I'll never go back to Voda

youcancallmeal · 25-02-2014 09:15PM

It's hard to tell you if it's worth getting, dealing with the size is a personal thing and it's just going to suit some people or it's not, mostly not? I've had it about 5 days now and would say for me it is borderline too big. I would consider my hands pretty big, I'm 6'4". Also I am coming from an LG G2 which has a 5.2" screen but that feels too small to me now. I think the sweet spot is about 5.9/5.10" with minimal bezel, for me anyway!? I also find that while the matte finish is very nice it is quite slippy in the hand. I'm waiting on a slim rubberised case which I'm hoping will make it lot easier to hold and also stop me accidentally hitting the buttons which I regularly do when trying to pick it up off the table.

The OS is not really optimised for such a big screen and it is noticeable on some screens and in some apps but for the most part it is a pleasure to use. Another thing is that I am a bit self conscious when using it in public. All my friends have been giving me a good natured slagging about the size too. Do I regret getting it? It's early days but I'm leaning towards no. I tend to switch phones fairly regularly but I can see myself sticking with this for 6 months at least which is long for me.

I read a lot of reviews and I would say this is the most accurate/one I agree with most

Any questions just ask!?

liamog · 26-02-2014 01:07AM

What's your backlight light when on auto and in a really dark room, mine was very splotchy so returned it. I just want to make sure any replacement will be better. Vodafone sure take their time when it comes to exchange of faulty goods.

Nokia Lumia 1520 - 6 inch display!

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