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Pre-Ordering a Kaiser

Has anybody around here ever used www.superetrader.co.uk, 'cause that's who I'm thinking of placing my pre-order with...
Alternatively, has anyone got any recommendations for where to put my name down (in the UK, preferably).

They are active over at pocketGPSworld and seem legit, although given Expansys aren't claiming to have an in-stock date I'd be a little dubious about stock coming in Wednesday.
Do let us know what you do
Gordon

Thanks Gordon.
I don't really believe the availability date, they have other HTC phones with the same date given for availability so it's probably just a general day when they receive their HTC shipments or something.
The P4550 page looks a bit out of date - a couple of the specs (GPS chip, RAM) look like they're taken from old information, so I'm guessing the availability date is a little way out as well. I've been waiting since January though, so a bit longer wont hurt.
They've got quite a good score on DealTime but I'm never sure whether to trust those sorts of sites, I'm happier listening to forum opinions, so unless I see a load of negative opinion, I'll probably go with them later this week - but I think I'll use PayPal or Google Checkout for a little extra peace of mind.

Seems they have removed the phone now as cannot see it on there site.

Superiorgadgets is taking pre-orders
http://www.superiorgadgets.com/ca/product_info.php?products_id=224

Couple of suggestions
I've used these guys before:
http://www.easydevices.co.uk/pp/PDA/HTC/HTC_P4550.html
and these guys have been around for ages!
http://www.clove.co.uk/viewProduct....Category=591602F7-C32B-44D8-859D-F9230F032E7E
Gordon

Expansys
I used expansys sometimes it is a great seller so i ask me why they don`t accept pre-order for the Kaiser... You can pre-order a iphone too wich nobody knows when it will be aviable in Europe....

Another one taking pre-orders
http://www.devicewire.co.uk/HTC-P4550

Another pre-order HERE

Wow $869 USD???
Is that really the price?
What if I waited and purchased it from Cingular? I'm wondering if the preorder price is so high because it's without carrier?

evolution_theory said:
Wow $869 USD???
Is that really the price?
What if I waited and purchased it from Cingular? I'm wondering if the preorder price is so high because it's without carrier?
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check link agian it costs now : $766.50

This product will be in stock on Thursday 20 September, 2007.?!?!? Well not so quickly

It was supposed to june in Asia, then delayed til Aug, now most probably will be Sep however will want HTC to iron out the details first before we get our hands on one, don't really wish to be a guniea pig tester

kaiserchief said:
Has anybody around here ever used www.superetrader.co.uk, 'cause that's who I'm thinking of placing my pre-order with...
Alternatively, has anyone got any recommendations for where to put my name down (in the UK, preferably).
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I used superetraders to get my ETEN M700, they were very helpful with the order (complicated with a cc registered in one country and delivery to another country). The device arrived within the time they said and the phone had had a pre-sales check - I never got any of the problems that seemd to plague others!
I can heartily recommend them!

Anyone know if Kaiser is going to be available in Australia if so when.

Well I placed my oredr with Superetrader and payment was taken straight out of my account because I (stupidly, it seems) used Google Checkout.
Google Checkout showed my P4550 as "Posted" but, as noted earlier in this thread, Superetrader then took the P4550 off their site.
A few e-mails later trying to figure out what was really going on, Superetrader have confirmed that the release date has slipped to "Hopefully late July or early August". Shame I had to pay for the thing way in advance, but I'm hopeless with money so at least I know it's paid for and will be on it's way asap.
Moral is avoid Google Checkout! I have no problem with Superetrader, but the whole process has been complicated by Google and their fledgling payment service, which clearly needs a bit of ironing out.

Kaiser on ebay
Guys,
Grab a Kaiser from ebay
Just found this one.
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/HTC-Kaiser-P4...oryZ3312QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

deluxion said:
Guys,
Grab a Kaiser from ebay
Just found this one.
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/HTC-Kaiser-P4...oryZ3312QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
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$1350?!?!?! I hope that is packed full of gold and various high-quality jewels.

Pre-Release Phone Sold
deluxion said:
Guys,
Grab a Kaiser from ebay
Just found this one.
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/HTC-Kaiser-P4...oryZ3312QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
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Sorry guys, phone is sold... to ME
Yer it is slightly expensive.. but I am going to salary sacrifice it.. trusty tax cut so overall it wont be that bad.
Can't wait till it gets here! Tho it will be a few days cos its coming to Aus..
- Syrius

mightyox said:
Anyone know if Kaiser is going to be available in Australia if so when.
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I have an email confirming that the delivery date is scheduled for the fisrt week of September.
www.calculatorking.com.au
I bought my O2 Mini from these guys so they are very reputable.

Anything wrong with buying one form Hong Kong?

With regards to the TyTn II...
My buddy is vacationing in Hong Kong this week and I was wondering if I'll run into any problems if I have him pick one up for me in the market over there?
I need to have him make sure that it's a 120 with 2 cameras.
I need to have him make sure it's not a German version with the 'z' and 'y' keys reversed.
Are there any other issues or things to consider?
Will I be able to re-flash? I don't know what else to ask.
I don't know if they are available, what the price might be or anything else. I'm also not able to have him bring back a box of them -- he's just a friend on vacation who might be able to do me a favor. (i.e. I'm not going to become a salesman for these.)

TyTN4Me said:
With regards to the TyTn II...
My buddy is vacationing in Hong Kong this week and I was wondering if I'll run into any problems if I have him pick one up for me in the market over there?
I need to have him make sure that it's a 120 with 2 cameras.
I need to have him make sure it's not a German version with the 'z' and 'y' keys reversed.
Are there any other issues or things to consider?
Will I be able to re-flash? I don't know what else to ask.
I don't know if they are available, what the price might be or anything else. I'm also not able to have him bring back a box of them -- he's just a friend on vacation who might be able to do me a favor. (i.e. I'm not going to become a salesman for these.)
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Sure, why not. Its not like china has a horrible reputation lately LOL
On a serious note, I dunno, still waiting for mine from at&t. I couldnt resist though.

I bought mine from HK..it's English Version...
All kaiser in HK is with 2 cameras, comes with 1 yr warranty..If any problem within 10 days..they will replace it with new one..
Right now... mine is working great..

Only the ATT ones will have the 100,200 etc. All the HTC branded phones will be unlocked and have all the features.

Consider warranty aspect
The Kaiser versions sold here are with 2 cameras and not locked to any carrier, and available in English. Comes with UK compatible power plug.
Only downside is that there is no worldwide warranty, just Hong Kong warranty.

Price?
aublumberg said:
The Kaiser versions sold here are with 2 cameras and not locked to any carrier, and available in English. Comes with UK compatible power plug.
Only downside is that there is no worldwide warranty, just Hong Kong warranty.
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Thanks so much for the info and advice.
If I was going to send my buddy around do you have any advice on what the name of the best market is and what his top negotiating price should be (in HK$)? He's Chinese but grew up in the US so he'll probably get taken advantage of like any other expat? LOL
He's been staying near Wan Chai.
Thanks again!

TyTN4Me said:
Thanks so much for the info and advice.
If I was going to send my buddy around do you have any advice on what the name of the best market is and what his top negotiating price should be (in HK$)? He's Chinese but grew up in the US so he'll probably get taken advantage of like any other expat? LOL
He's been staying near Wan Chai.
Thanks again!
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There is a Wan Chai computer mall near where your friend is staying. They have some reputable shops such as Master OA, etc. Some other shops to buy from are Broadway, Fortress, Wilson phone shops, telco shops (CSL and 12Free) - they have shops in many places.
For now, it seems price is pretty standard (HK$5980-6180) since there is only official goods (i.e, from authorized distributor) available. So, it is unlikely your friend will get cheated there. There are 2 versions, English and Chinese with the earlier in lower quantity.
Hope this helps.

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Hope this helps.
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Thanks so much!!!
That's exactly what I needed to know.

i just bought a set in HK Wilson communications in causeway bay for $6080hkd. Came with a card reader and 2gb microSD.
Saw it selling for $5800HKD yesterday at Mongkok Sin Tat building i dont think it comes with freebies.
I'm gonna have some very green eyed friends when I get home lol

jagr said:
i just bought a set in HK Wilson communications in causeway bay for $6080hkd. Came with a card reader and 2gb microSD.
Saw it selling for $5800HKD yesterday at Mongkok Sin Tat building i dont think it comes with freebies.
I'm gonna have some very green eyed friends when I get home lol
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Yeah Sin Tat building has tons of shops selling mobile phones including unlocked iPhone and Kaiser. They may have lower price but the I personally prefer buying from more reputable shops.
Hm, regarding ur friends, maybe u should buy some (>1 Kaiser) just in case ur friends turn nasty.

HTC diamond now in stock (UK)

Its in stock at CLOVE!
https://www.clove.co.uk/viewnews.as...9BA-4A40-AC7D-1767A77A2AB7&category=CATEGORY2
Anyone spot any other stores post here for our poor friends dying to order one too
PS. I placed an order, should get it via citylink tommorow. Its a little more expensive than some other sites, but cheaper than others. But its a great company to deal with.
UPDATE:
Clove (IN STOCK - ship 18th)
Powerup (IN STOCK - ship 18th)
devicewire (IN STOCK - ship 18th)
handtec (IN STOCK - ship 19th)
htcdirect.co.uk (IN STOCK - ship 19th)
TotalPDA (IN STOCK - ship 19th)
INKINO (19th)
Insight (20th)
supergps (19th)
mobilefun (19th)

Power up mobile also seem to be showing stock:
http://www.powerupmobile.com/product--498.htm
Their 'expected' date is gone. I'd call them first to confirm tho.
It really looks like 18th/19th IS the real release date

Expecting UK - EU newest ROM DUMP

aragornol said:
Expecting UK - EU newest ROM DUMP
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Point me to how to do it and i'll do it the moment i get it!

Just called TotalPDA and they have no change on the 23rd - I wonder if that will change in the next 24hrs? Would have liked to use Clove (used them before) but they would not price match the order I have from TotalPDA of £406.77
R

rakh1 said:
Just called TotalPDA and they have no change on the 23rd - I wonder if that will change in the next 24hrs? Would have liked to use Clove (used them before) but they would not price match the order I have from TotalPDA of £406.77
R
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I suspect everyone will have stock by tommorow. The difference of 1 day is just going to be logistics and admin.
I think its unlikely anyone will price match, especially with it being such a hot item.

Nice! I've been checking this forum everyday waiting for this thread title. Now I just need orange to add it to their inventory. I'm so looking forward to developing on this device.
How are these other companies managing to sell it earlier than orange or tmobile. I would of thought Orange and Tmobile would be getting priority shippment. Also why is everyone here paying premium price for the device when it will be avialble free with a contract?

paaaaaaaaaa said:
Nice! I've been checking this forum everyday waiting for this thread title. Now I just need orange to add it to their inventory. I'm so looking forward to developing on this device.
How are these other companies managing to sell it earlier than orange or tmobile. I would of thought Orange and Tmobile would be getting priority shippment. Also why is everyone here paying premium price for the device when it will be avialble free with a contract?
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WM phones always come out sim free first. The networks always get them later.
There's a few reasons for this but the main two are 1) HTC etc want to sell it at a premium sim free for those whi will pay the price and 2) networks have their own customisations and tweaks, physical or software which take time.
Its unlikely you'll see the diamond free on many networks unless you are on a high price monthly contract. For most it will just be heavily subsidised.
Also alot of people are not able to sign a new contract as their old one hasnt expired yet.
You probabaly won't see it on Orange or T-Mobile untill the first week of july at the very earliest i would think.
The real question _was_ why were people paying a premium for imports when the UK one will be out soon - its because we're all stupid and want it now now now

paaaaaaaaaa said:
Also why is everyone here paying premium price for the device when it will be avialble free with a contract?
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I myself don't want to sign up to a lengthy contract, and hate how these companies brand the phones.

grrr...i wished it would already be available here in germany, too :-(

paaaaaaaaaa said:
Now I just need orange to add it to their inventory. I'm so looking forward to developing on this device.
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Btw you can still buy it on contract from people like mobilefun (probably from tommorow). But you'd need to sign up again, which would mean you have to port your number to another network to keep it. Orange is the worst network (except maybe Three) anyway!

danwpeters said:
I myself don't want to sign up to a lengthy contract, and hate how these companies brand the phones.
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It's the lame branding and customisation that turns me off.

Syphon Filter said:
It's the lame branding and customisation that turns me off.
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You mean you don't like the pink T-Mobile theme? surely not
/sarcasm mode off

INKINO just phoned me to say that they're getting it tomorrow. Great timing in my opinion, because I've just finished my last A-Level exam.

Dark Fire said:
INKINO just phoned me to say that they're getting it tomorrow. Great timing in my opinion, because I've just finished my last A-Level exam.
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so i think its official then, it'll be everywhere by tommorow.

someone1234 said:
so i think its official then, it'll be everywhere by tommorow.
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Not quite everywhere - I think it's just places that were due to get a batch on the original release date. Some places are still giving later dates.

Dark Fire said:
Not quite everywhere - I think it's just places that were due to get a batch on the original release date.
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Yeah but i count...
INKINO (19th)
Powerup (In stock?)
htcdirect.co.uk (18th?/19th)
Clove (In Stock)
TotalPDA (1-2 weeks - but i suspect this is the second delivery and all first delivery devices are sold already)
Insight (18th?)
supergps (19th)
handtec (19th)
mobilefun (19th)
devicewire (23rd)
So thats almost everywhere

someone1234 said:
Yeah but i count...
INKINO (19th)
Powerup (In stock?)
htcdirect.co.uk (18th?/19th)
Clove (In Stock)
TotalPDA (1-2 weeks - but i suspect this is the second delivery and all first delivery devices are sold already)
Insight (18th?)
supergps (19th)
handtec (19th)
mobilefun (19th)
devicewire (23rd)
So thats almost everywhere
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I'm aware powerupmobile have the diamond in stock, I was told by them that I will get my order this week.

danwpeters said:
I'm aware powerupmobile have the diamond in stock, I was told by them that I will get my order this week.
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Is it in stock today? It sounds like most people are getting it tommorow, which means you'll get yours on friday.
Not a big difference, just clarification for anyone reading and wanting to order today.

someone1234 said:
Is it in stock today? It sounds like most people are getting it tommorow, which means you'll get yours on friday.
Not a big difference, just clarification for anyone reading and wanting to order today.
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They said on the phone yesterday they will have a lot in stock tomorrow (today), also today it changed to showing "buy now" not pre order. As far as I'm aware, my delivery will arrive tomorrow from powerupmob, waiting for the email.

Diamond 2 avaiable - sorta!!! anyways - check this out

check it out!!! http://www.engadgetmobile.com/2009/04/15/htc-touch-diamond2-trickles-into-retail/
but most of ya all knew this, riight??

Yep! mine arrives tomorrow !!!!
Devicewire is expensive tho, I got mine here: http://www.handtec.co.uk/product.php?xProd=1868

I got mine here: http://www.mobilephonesdirect.co.uk/Brands/HTC/b509/n443/p10957.aspx £377 including next day delivery but they're not getting stock in for another couple of days

jimbo987 said:
I got mine here: http://www.mobilephonesdirect.co.uk/Brands/HTC/b509/n443/p10957.aspx £377 including next day delivery but they're not getting stock in for another couple of days
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Seems they've had a bit of a change of heart over pricing too. SIM free price is £474, unless you're talking about the 12 month contract price + £18.99 on t-mobile, but that is £371.31 + you get 300mins and 200 txts thrown in for free.

they're still £373 + p&p if you buy it as pay as you go with vodafone. The first TD2's are shipping unlocked (or at least the ones to that supplier are) so you can just leave the voda sim out when it arrives if you're on another network. I think the 'sim free' option on the website is probably for when they start locking them to carriers.
The 12 month t-mobile contract is a good deal, except it means signing up to t-mobile!

ordered mine here:
http://www.clove.co.uk/viewProduct....product=326FAB05-DBDC-4614-9A0C-3923F8587312&

Noob.
I don't get it. I've seen that T-Mobile won't be offering the TD2 until they repackage it as the MDA V which is to be released in June.
How come retailers can offer it on T-Mobile, Voda etc this early?
Regards,
Fru

Fru T Bunn said:
Noob.
I don't get it. I've seen that T-Mobile won't be offering the TD2 until they repackage it as the MDA V which is to be released in June.
How come retailers can offer it on T-Mobile, Voda etc this early?
Regards,
Fru
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They just package the retail HTC item with a sim-only contract that they get commission on.

It is not unheard off to offer a unbranded HTC device with a contract...I know when I used to go for packages like that in the past with O2 and T-mobile, I used to specifically ask for a de-branded/original unit from Carphone warehouse or Phones4U...and both offered it - if not after a few huffs and puffs
As for settings, remember most HTC if not all now days come with the settings manager app so it picks up the simcard, and 95% of the time, will have the settings for you already pre-programmed so you just hit install

hmm
would the sim free version work for sprint?
my original touch battery just pooped out haha

hoosbude said:
Devicewire is expensive tho
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Hi,
We have additional stock arrive at the original cost of £394.99 this also includes free next working day delivery : http://www.devicewire.co.uk/htc-touch-diamond2
Any questions, just ask.
Regards,
devicewire.com

devicewire.com said:
Any questions, just ask.
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When you were the only one with stock did you jack up the price just to make a quick fifty quid?

cactusbob said:
When you were the only one with stock did you jack up the price just to make a quick fifty quid?
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I'm unsure why the price was put up as we always work to provide the best pricing at the current time.
We run systems to ensure we are competitive on pricing on all HTC products and are currently looking in to this blip. Any one who did purchase at the higher price has already been refunded the difference.
I'm also aware stock is now in a very limited supply with additional UK stock now over 4 weeks away.
Sorry for any confusion/issues caused.
Regards,
devicewire.com

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As for settings, remember most HTC if not all now days come with the settings manager app so it picks up the simcard, and 95% of the time, will have the settings for you already pre-programmed so you just hit install
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Crikey! I am out of touch | getting old | senile

devicewire.com said:
Any one who did purchase at the higher price has already been refunded the difference.
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Now that's good customer service

devicewire.com said:
Hi,
We have additional stock arrive at the original cost of £394.99 this also includes free next working day delivery : http://www.devicewire.co.uk/htc-touch-diamond2
Any questions, just ask.
Regards,
devicewire.com
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do they delivery next day before 1pm?or....

chg1282002 said:
do they delivery next day before 1pm?or....
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All our orders processed before 4pm are sent out for next working day delivery.
We do get many reports that deliveries usually happen in the morning and in fact Diamond2's have already started to arrive this morning.
If you want to guarantee pre-noon delivery then this option is available at an additional cost.
devicewire.com

@devicewire.com: have you got availability of italian version or only uk?

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@devicewire.com: have you got availability of italian version or only uk?
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Hi,
We only supply the official UK version. No grey imports or International versions sorry.
Regards,
devicewire.com

Mine not arrived as of yet , do you guys give city link a phone number incase they can't find me?

[Q] Is it possible to purchase the Droid 3 in Denmark?

Hey guys i just wanna know is it possible to purchase the Droid 3 in Denmark without its locked to a carrier? and will it work with the types of SIM cards that can be found here?
thanks

Most europeans either buy from ebay or from here:
https://negrielectronics.com/motorola-xt862-droid-3-verizon.html
It works for me in the netherlands, so I don't see how it wouldn't work in Denmark.
There have been some issues with certain providers though, so I can't say i'm 100% sure

DoubleYouPee said:
Most europeans either buy from ebay or from here:
https://negrielectronics.com/motorola-xt862-droid-3-verizon.html
It works for me in the netherlands, so I don't see how it wouldn't work in Denmark.
There have been some issues with certain providers though, so I can't say i'm 100% sure
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that site you've linked, you've ever bought from that?

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that site you've linked, you've ever bought from that?
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Yes i bought mine from that site. Great site, service and shiptment. I would definitely recommend it

same here. also from Negri... unlocked XT862. very good service.

Alright thanks gonna save up for this baby ( my samsung Galaxy Tab is nice, but not that easy to have with ya)

try to buy the unlocked version..because some unlock codes do not work.
the import taxes are huge...to Europe

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try to buy the unlocked version..because some unlock codes do not work.
the import taxes are huge...to Europe
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I bought mine 2 weeks ago but haven't seen any additional costs (YET )

i had to pay the CUSTOMS tax....

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i had to pay the CUSTOMS tax....
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When? Immediately?

yeap. when i picked up the package.
if you use negri's site to calculate shipping..i think it uses also the CUSTOMS. or..to be sure..try http://www.borderlinx.com/

Oh, shouldn't have said anything. Today I get a letter.. €100 costs

hahaha...sorry mate!

Hello dear neighbour! I bought mine from negri, and didn't have to pay customs etc, it's basically luck or bad luck.
Visit www.tradera.com (swedish auction site) there's one for sale right now.
contact the seller and ask him if he'd be able to send it to denmark!
Furthermore, i love the device, it's the quickest one i've held in my hands. The battery sucks tho, will last a day if you barley use it. Half day if you're using it all the time.
The screen is awesome, the phone doesn't scratch anywhere besides on the camera.
Typing from the droid, awesome keyboard.
Also, i've had no problems with simcards. Great reception and i managed to get 4.5mbit/s with tptest while in my car. If there's any questions, ask! I just enjoyed writing a long reply and abusing my keyboard lol.

I also have an as new unlocked D3 I can ship to you from England

Thanks
Thanks for the answers, think that will be my next mobile once i've have the money