The OFFICIAL Sony Ericsson Equinox Thread (Ask questions HERE!)

**jet1000** · 10-28-2009, 07:32 AM

The Sony Ericsson Equinox has arrived.

Prices are $160 on Even More Plus and $50 on Even More.

Here's a unboxing video from tmonews:

http://www.tmonews.com/2009/10/t-mob...honedog-style/

**Scottish Skyedance** · 10-28-2009, 08:15 AM

Hacking fest is about to start.
if anybody got the Customize file, please pm me, or post it to sendspace.

**jet1000** · 10-28-2009, 10:04 AM

I just watched the unboxing video. It appears they are giving a USB cable with the device which is nice. Also, stereo headset---I think the TM-506 just had a mono.

**Nodakawa** · 10-28-2009, 11:28 AM

Was the modem really left out of it?

**Common Raven** · 10-28-2009, 06:20 PM

Jett thanks for your report. Can it run Opera Mini?

**jet1000** · 10-28-2009, 11:05 PM

Originally Posted by Common Raven

Can it run Opera Mini?

I have not had success getting Opera Mini to run on it. I've installed both version 4.2 and 5 beta and both can't seem to find the data connection. I've changed APN's and nothing.

Built-in netfront browser is using different data connections fine.

I don't know what the issue here is yet.

**Riverman** · 10-28-2009, 11:42 PM

I just bought one today and Opera Mini works fine on mine. I downloaded the version with multiple certificates and it fired right up and download a couple of pages. My Mac also recognizes the phone as being able to work with a modem, so I don't think there are any issues with the modem not being there.

So far I'm not seeing any big reason to debrand the thing quickly, at least not like with my old TM506. All of the stock Sony-Ericsson functionality seems to be there, including the ability to use Flash wallpapers. The only things that could go are the T-Mobile startup screen and the strange menu they use.

**jet1000** · 10-29-2009, 12:53 AM

Originally Posted by Riverman

I just bought one today and Opera Mini works fine on mine. I downloaded the version with multiple certificates and it fired right up and download a couple of pages.

Do you have a link for that version? The instructions I saw had me enter in an address into the built in browser and then it downloaded the file.

**Riverman** · 10-29-2009, 09:20 AM

I just went to m.opera.com, and a couple of links down the page there's a link that says "If this version fails to install or you would like to install a previous version, please click here." If you click that, the first version is 4.2, English USA, multiple certificates.

**ibtrotter** · 10-30-2009, 11:23 PM

Originally Posted by Riverman

I just bought one today and Opera Mini works fine on mine. I downloaded the version with multiple certificates and it fired right up and download a couple of pages. My Mac also recognizes the phone as being able to work with a modem, so I don't think there are any issues with the modem not being there.

So far I'm not seeing any big reason to debrand the thing quickly, at least not like with my old TM506. All of the stock Sony-Ericsson functionality seems to be there, including the ability to use Flash wallpapers. The only things that could go are the T-Mobile startup screen and the strange menu they use.

I agree, so far no compelling reason to debrand, though I never did so with my tm506. Overall, I think I'm going to love this phone.

You CAN get rid of the startup screen, but I too would like to revert to the grid menu, but there's no way to do it like with the tm506.

Using Mac 10.6, I was able to tether with both BT and USB without a hitch! USB modem speeds are faster: consistent 900kpbs vs 700 with the tm506 (could be a network fluke, too lazy to switch out sim repeatedly, but I never got more than 800kpbs with the 506 here in San Diego).

GPS: indoors, I got a lock in 7 seconds. MUCH better. Comes with google maps!

Youtube app is included, and you can upload to your account, but havent tried it yet. Obviously, the camera resolution is better, and low light resolution is much better--much less noise.

Main complaints:
The speaker phone, while louder than the branded 506, sucks--voices cut out. Reception seems poorer.
The phone starts up showing edge, and takes a minute to show 3g, and phone positioning seems more critical to get proper reception (with the phone laying flat on the table, got 200 kpbs--edge-- on the speed test, so I dont think its simply the indicator). Anyone else experience this?
No external m2 slot.

iSync DOESN'T work!!! If anyone figures out an iSync hack, please let me know.

**XRISTO** · 10-28-2009, 06:57 PM

Does SE PC Suite load modem drivers when you hook it up to your computer?

**jet1000** · 10-28-2009, 10:27 PM

I can confirm that the modem does work and that you can tether. However, I only got it to work via Bluetooth Personal Area Networking. Dial-up networking is blocked via USB and Bluetooth. The following message appears: "Connection using external device is not allowed."

Originally Posted by XRISTO

Does SE PC Suite load modem drivers when you hook it up to your computer?

Yes, PC suite loads the drivers for the USB drivers for the device.

Originally Posted by cheaplikeafox

does the box cover really say "See your Faves in a new light?" and the phone still have the myFaves logo on the back even though they don't offer myFaves anymore?

No, my box didn't say that. However, the my faves logo is on the phone. And the my faves interface is annoying and you can't get rid of it. (I'll be looking to debranding to do that.)

**Scottish Skyedance** · 10-28-2009, 10:39 PM

Originally Posted by jet1000

I can confirm that the modem does work and that you can tether. However, I only got it to work via Bluetooth Personal Area Networking. Dial-up networking is blocked via USB and Bluetooth. The following message appears: "Connection using external device is not allowed."

Heh.
Same old, same old way as branded R3DA TM506.
If I had spare money, I'll get this phone and try to hook it up with a2uploader, and hack the f' out!!!

BTW, can you use a2uploader with it?
If so, this'll be another big seller.

a2uploader V4
http://www.topsony.com/forum/local_l...6&linkid=52765