Sanyo Katana Eclipse

[annette05]

I am due for a new phone and have been trying to decide which one to get. I read on here that there is so post to be a Katana Eclipse phone released in the summer. Does anyone have any more info on maybe when it is going to be released? Any info on what type of phone it will be? Is it replacing one of the other Katana's?
Thanks
Annette

[BHare]

There is no information about it on google, only one user on these forums talks about it. I've asked him before what the eclipse was, and he never responded.
Personally I think its just bad info that was passed to him.

[annette05]

Hmmm, Ok. I googled it also and couldn't find anything either and so that is why I wanted to ask.
Thanks for the feedback
Annette

[BHare]

I was looking at an internal document for accessories we can get for phones and I found "Katana Eclipse (SCP-6750)" listed as one of the phones. Didn't seem to be there a month ago. No other information can be found on it.

A google search does confirm as well:




http://developer.sprint.com/show_thread.do?forumId=122&searchBy2=MSG_PARENT_ID&searchValue2=-1&searchBy3=MSGFORUM_FORUMID&searchValue3=122&ps=10&pn=1&threadid=25937&sortDirection=0&sortCol=MSG_AUDIT_CREATE_DT

[shamefulzero]

I was looking at an internal document for accessories we can get for phones and I found "Katana Eclipse (SCP-6750)" listed as one of the phones. Didn't seem to be there a month ago. No other information can be found on it.

A google search does confirm as well:




http://developer.sprint.com/show_thread.do?forumId=122&searchBy2=MSG_PARENT_ID&searchValue2=-1&searchBy3=MSGFORUM_FORUMID&searchValue3=122&ps=10&pn=1&threadid=25937&sortDirection=0&sortCol=MSG_AUDIT_CREATE_DT

i went to the link u provided and did not see any sanyo that hasnt been released yey can u post the link to that phone in the developer cuz i dont see it.

[BHare]

The link just contains the text "Sanyo Eclipse" and the model number.

[Akeru Forsamee]

Yay! A new Katana. I'm excited. I've been using my Katana II for a little over a year, and I'm absolutely in love with it. I can't wait to see what the new one will look like. :D

[r0fl]

yeah thats what it was bad info ...:rolleyes:

[shamefulzero]

yeah thats what it was bad info ...:rolleyes:

right! it said in the link they were having trouble connecting it to the pro 200. thought for a second it would another DC phone

[Deduce]

The only reference I've found for the 6750 is a game compatibility listing on Namco for a Sanyo 6750 for Bell Mobility http://www.namcogames.com/games_phone.php?pid=1184. I'm not familiar with Bell Mobility so I don't know if this is a different phone, but I don't see any reference on Bell Mobility for a 6750. Maybe it's the same phone as the Katana Eclipse SCP-6750?

I'm hope Sanyo comes out with something soon to replace my M1.

[ryanpeterson75]

so im glad i found this thread on here because i just got to hear about this phone today and i was hoping to find someone talking about it.....its called the eclipse obviously, i dont know that it will carry the katana name with it but it is the replacement for the dlx. i work for best buy mobile and my sprint rep brought his sanyo rep to the store today as a little treat(we dont get to talk to manufacturer reps too often) the phone looks a lot like the lx with two swooping curved lines on either side of the face and underneath those lines lie some pretty impressive LED lighting that produces i think 15 colors and i guess you can color code your contacts, pretty cool feature....that on top of all the regulars, evdo data, 2mp cam, gps and the whole sprint tv thing. sanyo guy didnt give us any release info but the phone looks sweet and should sell well....and dont forget the still legendary sanyo build quality

[bikerich69]

Ah. sounds nice. maybe i will wait for more info as i would like to replace my DLX. My DLX is fine, just want something new and if the Eclipse does everything the DLX does and more, that will be a good thing, (i may delay my Touch purchase:)) as long as the build quality is there.

i was at the sprint store and saw the sanyo LX but it felt kind of flimsy. i was not looking to purchase but my Mom was interested. did not like the build quality, at least from the outside. it did not seem to have that old quality feel of the Katana line. we will see how the Eclipse is regarding build quality and features. looking forward to seeing what this is all about.

[Deduce]

so im glad i found this thread on here because i just got to hear about this phone today and i was hoping to find someone talking about it.....its called the eclipse obviously, i dont know that it will carry the katana name with it but it is the replacement for the dlx. i work for best buy mobile and my sprint rep brought his sanyo rep to the store today as a little treat(we dont get to talk to manufacturer reps too often) the phone looks a lot like the lx with two swooping curved lines on either side of the face and underneath those lines lie some pretty impressive LED lighting that produces i think 15 colors and i guess you can color code your contacts, pretty cool feature....that on top of all the regulars, evdo data, 2mp cam, gps and the whole sprint tv thing. sanyo guy didnt give us any release info but the phone looks sweet and should sell well....and dont forget the still legendary sanyo build quality
That's cool your rep showed you the phone. Our rep just teased us about it coming out soon and didn't tell us much more than that. Is it a QWERTY phone or just a flip like the DLX?

[MadGasser]

Man that is cool. Hope they keep them coming.

[cvrefugee]

And people doubted me about the Eclipse name (which I gave out months ago).

[Dubspoon]

I am not a fan of the DLX or any other Katana, I'm looking for something to replace the M1 in thier lineup

[YPG]

I hope they come out with decent colors.
Did you ask your rep when it was being released? Will BB have exclusives to it first?

[shamefulzero]

so will it be slim like the DLX? or even better the a900?

[ryanpeterson75]

its a flip phone, no qwerty yet(tho i did read something on phonescoop about keyocera's Zi predictive text that it will use on future sanyo branded phones) no word on release yet, i wasnt even supposed to see the phone so i didnt push too much, and im gonna doubt that it will be a best buy exclusive unless we get some deal for an exclusive color, i was actually surprised when we got the instinct exclusively for 60 days....as for size from what i could tell without having a comparison right next to it, its pretty spot on with the LX, its pretty thin

[RicoRich196]

The Pro 900 was supposed to be a sidekick like formfactor, so this has changed??

[bikerich69]

its a flip phone, no qwerty yet(tho i did read something on phonescoop about keyocera's Zi predictive text that it will use on future sanyo branded phones) no word on release yet, i wasnt even supposed to see the phone so i didnt push too much, and im gonna doubt that it will be a best buy exclusive unless we get some deal for an exclusive color, i was actually surprised when we got the instinct exclusively for 60 days....as for size from what i could tell without having a comparison right next to it, its pretty spot on with the LX, its pretty thin

the LX is not that thin. no where as thin as the DLX.

[Xtremegene]

the LX is not that thin. no where as thin as the DLX.

That's interesting, cause the specs as listed on Phonescoop show that they are almost exactly the same, but the DLX is 0.5mm thinner than the LX's 17.8mm.

I'll stick with my M1 in any event...for now.

[bikerich69]

That's interesting, cause the specs as listed on Phonescoop show that they are almost exactly the same, but the DLX is 0.5mm thinner than the LX's 17.8mm.

I'll stick with my M1 in any event...for now.

i did not put both phones side by side in the store as the LX did look thicker and may have visually looked thicker more so than the measurement describes due to the convex shape of the flip top.

i will take another look next time i am in the store and may bring a millimeter ruler.

[shamefulzero]

was the eclipse as thin as the a900?

[MadGasser]

was the eclipse as thin as the a900?

No body knows, right now the Eclipse is just a rumor.

[shamefulzero]

No body knows, right now the Eclipse is just a rumor.

someone on here saw it!

[Euge]

the phone looks a lot like the lx with two swooping curved lines on either side of the face and underneath those lines lie some pretty impressive LED lighting that produces i think 15 colors and i guess you can color code your contacts, pretty cool feature....

I remember having the different LED colors on my MM-8300! It wasn't 15 colors, but I do remember being able to select different colors for incoming calls w caller ID and w/ out, Vmail messages, Text messages, etc. And the LED also doubled as a flashlight/camera flash with the white LED! I was surprised when Sanyo abandoned that feature.

Sanyo has come a long way in features though. Too bad they really don't release a "hey come and buy me" kinda phone every year. I'm totally willing to trade the wow for their reliability to be able to get a handset, have it last two years, then get something new. I just got a Katana DLX off of eBay for $150 and it's my 5th Sprint Sanyo phone in about 10 years. Until I see some concrete specs/pics for the Eclipse, I'm sticking with my DLX for a while!

:headbang2

[gtx]

http://www.sprintusers.com/forum/showpost.php?p=1867147&postcount=48

[shamefulzero]

http://www.sprintusers.com/forum/showpost.php?p=1867147&postcount=48

that doesnt look like there is flash on it for light and camera.

[sugarnova]

I remember having the different LED colors on my MM-8300! It wasn't 15 colors, but I do remember being able to select different colors for incoming calls w caller ID and w/ out, Vmail messages, Text messages, etc. And the LED also doubled as a flashlight/camera flash with the white LED! I was surprised when Sanyo abandoned that feature.

Sanyo has come a long way in features though. Too bad they really don't release a "hey come and buy me" kinda phone every year. I'm totally willing to trade the wow for their reliability to be able to get a handset, have it last two years, then get something new. I just got a Katana DLX off of eBay for $150 and it's my 5th Sprint Sanyo phone in about 10 years. Until I see some concrete specs/pics for the Eclipse, I'm sticking with my DLX for a while!

:headbang2

I so loved the flashlight on my 8300! I got so much use out of it, once I discovered it anyway!

[shamefulzero]

plus what do u think he blue is on the sides of the front? i hope its a metal finish and not plastic.

[MadGasser]

http://www.sprintusers.com/forum/showpost.php?p=1867147&postcount=48

Sorry! I guess it is not a rumor.

[MadGasser]

For a phone coming in a month there hasn't been much leaked about it.

[Godmera]

plus what do u think he blue is on the sides of the front? i hope its a metal finish and not plastic.

That's the led lights.:tu:

[ViciousVixxen3]

AND I JUST CAN'T HIDE IT!!:rocking: I'm happy to have LED back...instead of stupid red. YELLOW AND PURPLE AND BLUE AND GREEN AND WHITE YAY:clap: Have you told your Sanyo you love it today?

[YPG]

I want one right now.

[Marlon_JB2]

I want one yesterday.

[shamefulzero]

led lights changing colors on the outside? im confused if this phone had a flash light im sold can anyone tell if there will be one?

[cvrefugee]

And (http://www.sprintusers.com/forum/showpost.php?p=1727305&postcount=12) nobody (http://www.sprintusers.com/forum/showpost.php?p=1727387&postcount=14) believed (http://www.sprintusers.com/forum/showpost.php?p=1727934&postcount=19) me (http://www.sprintusers.com/forum/showpost.php?p=1729462&postcount=25) !!! (http://www.sprintusers.com/forum/showpost.php?p=1729580&postcount=27)

[jaytv]

We've been talking about the Eclipse for months...

HTC 6950: Touch Dual, anyone?

[sd_matto]

Anyone know whether Sanyo Eclipse (great pic, btw) will have QChat? A memory card slot? It looks from the pic that it has a camera. :D

I LOVE my QChat on my Pro 700s, but I miss my camera and media slot from my Sanyo 9000 (NOT missing the Ready Link, though).

Would love the info sooner rather than later, as I need to decide by 7/15.

[shamefulzero]

Anyone know whether Sanyo Eclipse (great pic, btw) will have QChat? A memory card slot? It looks from the pic that it has a camera. :D

I LOVE my QChat on my Pro 700s, but I miss my camera and media slot from my Sanyo 9000 (NOT missing the Ready Link, though).

Would love the info sooner rather than later, as I need to decide by 7/15.

i dont know about the memory but its rumored to be a 2mp camera.

[Dubspoon]

That is alright, now all they need is a highend this quarter. I remember reading about an Elite that had specs invoking thoughts of the Pro 900

[MadGasser]

I seriously doubt it will have Q chat. The phone isn't bulky enough for that.

[RicoRich196]

I could've sworn the Sanyo Eclipse was supposed to have a QWERTY keyboard...

[ndnguy85]

i had forgotten about sanyos..now i have to pay attention to how this phone is going to turn out.

i wanted to get a pda but other than the centro..nothing seems interesting. i am not sure about the 800w or diamond..and no clue when an android phone will hit the market.

[shamefulzero]

i wonder if this phone will be appoved by the fcc on friday!

[windycity879]

I hope this can replace my samsung m610. I love the phone but want something a little newer. I have had mostly sanyos for my last 10 sprint years and considered the instinct but sprints retarded plan change crap scratched that.

[Dubspoon]

Sprint is silly for procrastinating with these phones like they are. I don't see any reason why the wait has to be so long

[Krayzie Joe]

i had forgotten about sanyos..now i have to pay attention to how this phone is going to turn out.

i wanted to get a pda but other than the centro..nothing seems interesting. i am not sure about the 800w or diamond..and no clue when an android phone will hit the market.


What is the phone in your avatar?

Do we have any better pictures of the Eclipse?

[ndnguy85]

What is the phone in your avatar?

Do we have any better pictures of the Eclipse?

the good old M1 by sanyo.

no new pics of the eclipse yet.

[shamefulzero]

soon enough if its supposed to launch 8/17/08

[Teck_72]

we got our demo sheets for it today, and according to that it will come with a 256mb card so obviously there will be a mem slot.

[shamefulzero]

we got our demo sheets for it today, and according to that it will come with a 256mb card so obviously there will be a mem slot.

oh yeah? so this will replace the DLX right not the LX? i was a thread suggesting it was replacing the LX

[Teck_72]

Don't know. This is how i see things.

The LX replaces the 3200

The Eclipse replaces the DLX and the katana 2, hence the 6750 model number. It's not going to be a high end phone, probably another mid range phone that looks sharp.

I know for sure this won't replace the LX. It just came out recently

[shamefulzero]

Don't know. This is how i see things.

The LX replaces the 3200

The Eclipse replaces the DLX and the katana 2, hence the 6750 model number. It's not going to be a high end phone, probably another mid range phone that looks sharp.

I know for sure this won't replace the LX. It just came out recently

yeah but with a 2mp cam, and ipod controls on the outside it hints replacing m1 as well. does your sheet say how much storage the phone can hold?

[Dubspoon]

Would be a replacement for the M1 if it has ptt and an external memory slot

[shamefulzero]

Would be a replacement for the M1 if it has ptt and an external memory slot

it has an externalmemory slot read post above mine.

[Teck_72]

I am just about 100% positive that it will not be a PTT phone. I'm still not comfortable calling this a replacement for the m1. Right now it's scheduled as a replacement for the DLX, but yeah.

[shamefulzero]

I am just about 100% positive that it will not be a PTT phone. I'm still not comfortable calling this a replacement for the m1. Right now it's scheduled as a replacement for the DLX, but yeah.

i guess so. if it doesnt have ptt. but 2mp cam, media controls on the outside. most likely it will have 262k 240x320 screen resolution. its evdo. i think its pretty comprable to the m1. now onlyif we can figure out if it has flash lite feature. but i assume the led color changing lights on the outside could do that.

any specs on how thin it will be?

[Teck_72]

No, but ill see what kind of info i can dig up tomorrow.

[Marlon_JB2]

Sounds cool. But remember, don't give out too much info, don't wanna get yourself in any trouble.

[Teck_72]

obviously :P

[shamefulzero]

so any specs on thinness?

[shamefulzero]

http://www.cellphonesignal.com/sanyo-katana-eclipse-soon-on-sprint/

[YPG]

Sweet! 2mp camera, time to plan for purchase of new phone!

[ndnguy85]

Here's size comparisons.

Sanyo Eclipse
3.6" x 1.69" x 0.71" (92 x 42.28 x 17.94 mm)

Sanyo M1 Size:
3.6" x 1.9" x 0.9" (91 x 48 x 22.9 mm)

Sanyo Katana DLX
3.7" x 1.9" x 0.68" (94 x 48 x 17.3 mm)

Sanyo Katana II
3.74" x 1.91" x 0.57" (95 x 49 x 14.5 mm)

2 megapixel camera
3 music buttons on front
microSD memory slot
a 3.5mm jack plug
Bluetooth
EDVO
GPS
Support for Sprint TV and Sprint Navigation

[ndnguy85]

this is like a real good replacement for my M1..it's a lil smaller, has the 3.5mm jack, and microSD slot so i can put more than 1gb on there.

now i have to decide if i want a phone or a pda. haha. i want a qwerty keyboard so bad.

[Mark_P]

Here's size comparisons.

Sanyo Eclipse
3.6" x 1.69" x 0.71" (92 x 42.28 x 17.94 mm)

Sanyo M1 Size:
3.6" x 1.9" x 0.9" (91 x 48 x 22.9 mm)

Sanyo Katana DLX
3.7" x 1.9" x 0.68" (94 x 48 x 17.3 mm)

Sanyo Katana II
3.74" x 1.91" x 0.57" (95 x 49 x 14.5 mm)

2 megapixel camera
3 music buttons on front
microSD memory slot
a 3.5mm jack plug
Bluetooth
EDVO
GPS
Support for Sprint TV and Sprint Navigation


Does anyone know if it will be possible to use a earbud with the 3.5mm jack or is the jack only to be used with headphones while lisetening to MP3s?
If the phone is Bluetooth only, it might not be the phone for me :rolleyes:

[ndnguy85]

Does anyone know if it will be possible to use a earbud with the 3.5mm jack or is the jack only to be used with headphones while lisetening to MP3s?
If the phone is Bluetooth only, it might not be the phone for me :rolleyes:

the m1 with it's 2.5mm out, i can use for making calls. the blackberry curve could do it with it's 3.5mm out too.

so my guess would be the eclipse can do it also. i dont see how they are going to restrict it for mp3s only.

[MadGasser]

This sounds good!

[shamefulzero]

i wonder what the price tag will be.

[bikerich69]

is this Sanyo eclipse a product of Kyocera?

also, narrower than my DLX. specs sound nice but if kyocera is making this phone, i will have some doubts regarding its quality because from what i have heard, kyocera cellphones are not that great.

when sanyo manufactured its phones, i knew the quality and signal reception would be there without doubt.

[shamefulzero]

is this Sanyo eclipse a product of Kyocera?

also, narrower than my DLX. specs sound nice but if kyocera is making this phone, i will have some doubts regarding its quality because from what i have heard, kyocera cellphones are not that great.

when sanyo manufactured its phones, i knew the quality and signal reception would be there without doubt.

good question. i dont think so. i thought it be at least a good yr. before we saw keyoceras influence. but then i read they didnt fire anyone from sanyo mobile. so maybe things will stay the same.

i think the first keyocera/sanyo we'll see will be a qwerty phone.

[Marlon_JB2]

is this Sanyo eclipse a product of Kyocera?


No. :)

If we'll ever see anything Kyoceraish at all.

[bikerich69]

Good to hear, i think. thanks.

[MadGasser]

Good to hear, i think. thanks.

No doubt long live Sanyo's. Now lets just get some high end phones and we will all be happy campers.

[llzel]

No. :)

If we'll ever see anything Kyoceraish at all.

FCC's website shows applicant as: Kyocera

[rednex269]

FCC's website shows applicant as: Kyocera


Could always be... Kyocera DBA Sanyo Wireless??

I HOPE!! I remember the days when Sprint carried Kyocera phones..

[shamefulzero]

FCC's website shows applicant as: Kyocera

it probably says that because keyocera owns sanyo now!

guys remember keyocera didnt fire anyone from sanyo mobile. so there is a chance sanyo's will stay strong.

[chaltry_2011]

Good news to report, you Sanyo fans! The awaited Sanyo SCP-6750 "Eclipse" has finally hit the FCC, providing a few specs!

FCC Id:JOYSCP-6750

It is the Sanyo Katana series, as on the back drawing it states "Model Katana Eclipse".

MicroSD slot, dedicated Camera button, Volume rocker, and headset slot are located on side (not sure which)

Fairly small external screen :td:

Music buttons on exterior; Previous Play/Pause Forward

EVDO Rev. 0 :td:

A2DP Stereo Bluetooth support

Upcoming availability? "We have to ship more than 3,000 of JOYSCP-6750 on this weekend"

All in all- Nothing HUGE but is still good news for Kyocera/Sanyo fans


92mm(?) long
48.287mm(?) wide
7.94mm(?) thick

link::
https://fjallfoss.fcc.gov/oetcf/eas/reports/ViewExhibitReport.cfm?mode=Exhibits&RequestTimeout=500&calledFromFrame=N&application_id=224306&fcc_id='JOYSCP-6750'

[ink718]

Dc?

[chaltry_2011]

Didn't see any hints/statements on Direct Connect

[Marlon_JB2]

FCC's website shows applicant as: Kyocera

Well Duh.

I said Kyoceraish. The phones will still carry the Sanyo branding. They'll probably remain Sanyos at heart too.

[MadGasser]

They'll probably remain Sanyos at heart too.

Well they will at least say Sanyo for the next few years. I doubt the will remain Sanyo at heart for the whole time. After a few years it will probably get rebranded.

[shamefulzero]

so do u think the led lights on the side can be used as camera flash? or flash lite?

[monkeyboy]

but what is it ?

is it in the Katana/KatanaII/Katana LX class
or the Katana DLX class
or ???

presumably is a replacement for the DLX, no ? since the LX is relatively new (although I still consider the K II to be superior to the LX)...

[shamefulzero]

supposed to replace the DLX. it has music controls, sd card slot for more memory, plus a 2mp cam

[YPG]

I hope RS picks this one up.

[Mark_P]

http://www.phonearena.com/htmls/image.php?m=Articles.Images&f=name&id=17451&caption=&title=Sanyo

Link to a photo http://www.phonearena.com/htmls/image.php?m=Articles.Images&f=name&id=17451&caption=&title=Sanyo Katana Eclipse confirmed by FCC

[C1787GJ]

I hope RS picks this one up.

It is on the order list for dummy phones. That is not a guarantee but looks pretty good!! They also have SKUS for the Treo 800w and the Instinct but haven't been made Active yet.

[blackerwater]

http://www.cellphonesignal.com/sanyo-katana-eclipse-soon-on-sprint/



too bad its a 6750 and not a 9000 remake:icon_smil

[YPG]

We had SKUs for the Pro Series and did not get those. Hopefully they will though.

[shamefulzero]

http://www.cellphonesignal.com/sanyo-katana-eclipse-soon-on-sprint/



too bad its a 6750 and not a 9000 remake:icon_smil

its funny how ppl are reposting things i posted a few paGes back. this along with the fcc aproveal i posted in page 3 or 4.

[rednex269]

We got any confirmation from Sprint of the release on Aug 17?

[shamefulzero]

We got any confirmation from Sprint of the release on Aug 17?

sanyo's are usaly released 1 month after FCCs thumbs up.

[sanyoNOkyocera]

So I was in a Big Box store yesterday, and their SPrint rep was there. He told me the Katana Eclipse will indeed launch AUgust 17th and will be $129.99 after all rebates.

[shamefulzero]

So I was in a Big Box store yesterday, and their SPrint rep was there. He told me the Katana Eclipse will indeed launch AUgust 17th and will be $129.99 after all rebates.

so 379.99 before rebates? whats the big box store?

[sanyoNOkyocera]

Yeah that sounds about right. No mention of colors yet though. :whisper:

[PrincessPixie]

Hmm, I may put my PDA down for a new, top-end Sanyo.

[shamefulzero]

Hmm, I may put my PDA down for a new, top-end Sanyo.

ppl r classifing it as mid range. i dont know why thought i think 2mp is high end. i cant wait for this phone

[sanyoNOkyocera]

Best Buy. Also a friend at Sprint told me August 17th as well, but he didn't know the pricing. Oh btw, got to play with the 800w while I was there, and it is HOT.

[Dubspoon]

I'm actually waiting to see it too

[Mark_P]

Here is a better photo of the phone
http://www.mobileincanada.com/cellphone-668-en-Bell-Sanyo-Katana-Eclipse.html


http://www.mobileincanada.com/cellphone-668-en-Bell-Sanyo-Katana-Eclipse.html

[shamefulzero]

so anyone have a dummy phone yet? im surprised actual pictures havent surfaced yet.

[Dubspoon]

3 more weeks til it shows, phonescoop should have something soon. This may keep me interested. I'm really curious

[VDubb]

ppl r classifing it as mid range. i dont know why thought i think 2mp is high end. i cant wait for this phone

High-end in the US is 3.2MP. High-End Worldwide is 5-10MP.

- VDubb

[YPG]

Three more weeks

[yappering]

it makes me so sad that Sanyo hasn't released a 10 mp, mil spec phone with the form factor of the Sanyo 9000, and a 20 hour battery life. :(

[ZUROBI3]

I can't wait to see this in phonescoop:tu:


it makes me so sad that Sanyo hasn't released a 10 mp, mil spec phone with the form factor of the Sanyo 9000, and a 20 hour battery life. :(

[shamefulzero]

phone scoop buts the phones up in random. the v950 has been up for months and it being released in sept.

[windycity879]

suppose to be 2 more weeks and not a sighting or info from a sprint employee yet, wow

[MadGasser]

Why do all the phones in the US blow?

[shamefulzero]

i think either we'll see actual pictures this week or maybe the date has been pushed back. sounds more like the date has been pushed back.

[Dubspoon]

Just Sprint giving up more market share to thier competitors, seems like they'll never learn

[Ronkh]

knock it off and play nice people.

[shamefulzero]

what happened to my last post? that was getting back on topic?

[shamefulzero]

where are the dummies? just a lil over 2 weeks now supposedly.

[Dubspoon]

After being thoroughly disappointed with the Instinct I'm interested to see what's to Sanyo's future handsets, this one in particular

[ccval]

http://www.sanyowireless.com/upload/dealer_images/katana%20eclipse/absolutely%20silver/k-eclipse.frnt.silver.jpg

http://www.sanyowireless.com/upload/dealer_images/katana%20eclipse/absolutely%20silver/k-eclipse.frtopen.silver.jpg

[shamefulzero]

http://www.sanyowireless.com/upload/dealer_images/katana%20eclipse/absolutely%20silver/k-eclipse.frnt.silver.jpg

http://www.sanyowireless.com/upload/dealer_images/katana%20eclipse/absolutely%20silver/k-eclipse.frtopen.silver.jpg

how big is that screen 2.0 inches?

[YPG]

Whoa nice pics! Anymore info?

[windycity879]

If thats the final I like it better in silver than black. Maybe they will release both colors?

[MadGasser]

I also like it better in silver. Too bad there is no flash!

[shamefulzero]

I also like it better in silver. Too bad there is no flash!

maybe the led's on the side can be used as flash?:fingers:

[ccval]

If thats the final I like it better in silver than black. Maybe they will release both colors?

They have only listed the silver color (so far) on their website. Hopefully they will release more colors like the traditional Katana series.

[rednex269]

Who's site? any more info on it?

[ccval]

Who's site? any more info on it?

Sanyo's website, no description yet, just pictures.

Actually I just found out there will be 3 colors: Black, Silver, and Pink.

[windycity879]

http://www.sanyowireless.com/product.aspx?v=100#


Hit gallery to see a variety of pics and the accessories link takes you strait to the sprint site maybe we will see it soon :headbang2

[rednex269]

Sanyo's website, no description yet, just pictures.

Actually I just found out there will be 3 colors: Black, Silver, and Pink.
Cool... Any photos? any more info on it? (ok.. you can tell i'm gettin excitied)..

[windycity879]

I'm in for this phone as long as the keypad doesn't suck and the earpiece isn't muffled past sanyo problems. The instinct is very good for its price but wasn't as reliable as my m610 so I went back. If the Sanyo can just be a reliable ass kicker for me such as my fav Sanyo 7400 I'll be happy.

[windycity879]

It will be interesting to see what kind of sound comes out of that little black slit of a speaker in the middle of the phone.

[ccval]

I'm in for this phone as long as the keypad doesn't suck and the earpiece isn't muffled past sanyo problems. The instinct is very good for its price but wasn't as reliable as my m610 so I went back. If the Sanyo can just be a reliable ass kicker for me such as my fav Sanyo 7400 I'll be happy.

I'm in as long as it has A2DP Stereo Bluetooth and Music Player. Since the Katana Eclipse (SCP6750) is a Katana II replacement, I am afraid it doesn't have them (just like the Katana I and II).

[YPG]

I want to see the specs on this versus the M1.

[shamefulzero]

I'm in as long as it has A2DP Stereo Bluetooth and Music Player. Since the Katana Eclipse (SCP6750) is a Katana II replacement, I am afraid it doesn't have them (just like the Katana I and II).

this is supposed to be the dlx replacement.

[windycity879]

this is supposed to be the dlx replacement.

I would lean more on that because its bumping the camera from the DLX 1.3 megapixels up to 2.0mp. The Katanas I, II were VGA. That would suck to bump up the camera but short the bluetooth.

[ccval]

I would lean more on that because its bumping the camera from the DLX 1.3 megapixels up to 2.0mp. The Katanas I, II were VGA. That would suck to bump up the camera but short the bluetooth.

I hope so... I was just assuming by it's model number SCP6750 (is this right BTW?). Katana I was SCP6600 and Katana II SCP6650 and Katana DLX was SCP8500.

[windycity879]

I hope so... I was just assuming by it's model number SCP6750 (is this right BTW?). Katana I was SCP6600 and Katana II SCP6650 and Katana DLX was SCP8500.

You have model right. I believe Sanyo has jumped around in the past with model numbers and made some altogether disappear. Maybe this is the case with the 8500 number, pure speculation though.

[MadGasser]

I want to see the specs on this versus the M1.

So do I my friend, so do I.

[rednex269]

8100, 8200, 8300, 8400, DLX (8500)... wonder why they would jump... also considering the still have the DLX for sale..

[shamefulzero]

8100, 8200, 8300, 8400, DLX (8500)... wonder why they would jump... also considering the still have the DLX for sale..

but just in pink. no more 3 colors

[PokerFace23]

the model numbers don't matter that much. my store stil has the 8400s in white hehe

[C1787GJ]

While this is not Sprint this does list the specs. As well as pictures other than white/silver. http://www.sanyowireless.ca/product.aspx?v=131

[bikerich69]

While this is not Sprint this does list the specs. As well as pictures other than white/silver. http://www.sanyowireless.ca/product.aspx?v=131

Says 1.3mp camera. other sources have said a 2mp camera. still 500 entries with 700 numbers. i am at capacity with my DLX.
cant tell if it will have the structural strength of previous sanyos.
i did not like the feel of the sanyo LX when i took a look at it at the store. My Mom has the blue sanyo katana and she liked the blue LX but i advised against it as the LX felt kind of flimsy in addition to not looking as solid as previous sanyos.

i wonder if the eclipse will follow in the LXs footsteps.

[rednex269]

Says 1.3mp camera. other sources have said a 2mp camera. still 500 entries with 700 numbers. i am at capacity with my DLX.
cant tell if it will have the structural strength of previous sanyos.
i did not like the feel of the sanyo LX when i took a look at it at the store. My Mom has the blue sanyo katana and she liked the blue LX but i advised against it as the LX felt kind of flimsy in addition to not looking as solid as previous sanyos.

i wonder if the eclipse will follow in the LXs footsteps.
Yeah.. I noticed the 2mp vs 1.3mp... I also noticed the price in Canada wouldn't be outragous.. I still don't think this is a valid replacement for the DLX.. I would expect a big "upgrade" from the DLX, IF it were to be the replacement. then again, thats just me.. maybe i'm expecting too much from Sanyo/Kyocera.. A real upgrade would be a qwerty keyboard (even a shared qwerty keyboard like the Pearl).. Wish we had some insight from a Sprint Employee on how they are pushing the phone. Even though it is the next in the Katana family, I don't think it is following in the footsteaps of the 8000 series. Will I consider this phone? Yeah, so far... Will I miss my 8400 if I do.. HELL YEAH... Maybe I'll use it as a stepping stone to the Curve... (draggin my feet on changing plans)... Has anyone had any luck "asking" telesales about it? or even gettin more info in-store? I still dispise visiting a local store (see my other posts)... I just don't trust "salespeople" especially "3rd Party Sales".. on a honsest opinion...

(no offense to those who fall in that catagory)..

[bikerich69]

Yeah.. I noticed the 2mp vs 1.3mp... I also noticed the price in Canada wouldn't be outragous.. I still don't think this is a valid replacement for the DLX.. I would expect a big "upgrade" from the DLX, IF it were to be the replacement. then again, thats just me.. maybe i'm expecting too much from Sanyo/Kyocera.. A real upgrade would be a qwerty keyboard (even a shared qwerty keyboard like the Pearl).. Wish we had some insight from a Sprint Employee on how they are pushing the phone. Even though it is the next in the Katana family, I don't think it is following in the footsteaps of the 8000 series. Will I consider this phone? Yeah, so far... Will I miss my 8400 if I do.. HELL YEAH... Maybe I'll use it as a stepping stone to the Curve... (draggin my feet on changing plans)... Has anyone had any luck "asking" telesales about it? or even gettin more info in-store? I still dispise visiting a local store (see my other posts)... I just don't trust "salespeople" especially "3rd Party Sales".. on a honsest opinion...

(no offense to those who fall in that catagory)..

I am friendly with the reps in my neighborhood sprint store. they are all very nice and honorable. the one problem is that most of them are not very knowledgeable regarding the devices they sell. they have, for lack of a better term, surface knowledge.
As a purchaser, I would advise to gain as much knowledge about what you are purchasing and not to rely on just the sales reps (this includes anything you want to purchase including tvs, air conditioners, etc.) as you alluded to in your post.

Some reps may have certain reasons to steer you towards certain devices. To be fair though, this goes on in alot of industries.

[YPG]

I took a closer look at the pics on www.sanyo.com and this phone may not be for Me after all. I like My flash and stereo speakers.

[shamefulzero]

whoa, sanyo's website saying 1.3 mp cam is pretty concrete. i might no longer want this device either. i'll wait in see

[e0603]

Of far greater concern for me personally than the 1.3 vs. 2.0mp camera issue is that the specs on http://www.sanyo-katana.ca/ say the main display is 176x220! I assumed a replacement for the DLX would be QVGA. I've been watching this thread closely since my beloved 8400 died and this is bad news if true. All I want is a decent clamshell with EVDO and QVGA...I can't believe I had several to choose from nearly 2 years ago when I got my 8400 and now there are no options. :-( Here's hoping the specs are wrong or there's something else on the way very soon...

[bikerich69]

Maybe the era of the good ole Sanyos have come to an end.
We shall soon see.

[shamefulzero]

Of far greater concern for me personally than the 1.3 vs. 2.0mp camera issue is that the specs on http://www.sanyo-katana.ca/ say the main display is 176x220! I assumed a replacement for the DLX would be QVGA. I've been watching this thread closely since my beloved 8400 died and this is bad news if true. All I want is a decent clamshell with EVDO and QVGA...I can't believe I had several to choose from nearly 2 years ago when I got my 8400 and now there are no options. :-( Here's hoping the specs are wrong or there's something else on the way very soon...

i seriously doubt they would be posting wrong specs. although i saw 240x320 res down at the bottom. it is still sad its a 1.3 mp cam

[mak967]

I was really hoping Sanyo would come out with something good to replace my M1. 1.3 mp is not what I was looking for. Sprint really needs to get on the ball with their phones, and fast. Verizon seems to be getting so many new phones. What happen to the days when Sprint had the best phone?

[shamefulzero]

I was really hoping Sanyo would come out with something good to replace my M1. 1.3 mp is not what I was looking for. Sprint really needs to get on the ball with their phones, and fast. Verizon seems to be getting so many new phones. What happen to the days when Sprint had the best phone? im suprised all the other phone sites are still saying 2.0mp cam maybe sanyo did screw up.

[mak967]

im suprised all the other phone sites are still saying 2.0mp cam maybe sanyo did screw up.
I hope your right. It looks like it could be a really nice phone.

[MadGasser]

I remember the old days when our phones where better. I had a camera phone at least two years before my friends on V did.

[YPG]

RS will not be carrying this phone. :(

[C1787GJ]

RS will not be carrying this phone. :(

awww nooooooo is this like 100% sure?

[YPG]

That is what My rep said. :(

[Marlon_JB2]

Well, so much for that.

The 1.3MP camera doesn't bother me one bit. I think it's a good size for a camera phone. A lot of people think their phone is supposed to be their main method of photography these days. They're insane. THAT is what I have a Canon for.

What gets me is the screen resolution. Seriously....

This is sounding like a Katana LX with a camera and music player.

[ccval]

Well, so much for that.

The 1.3MP camera doesn't bother me one bit. I think it's a good size for a camera phone. A lot of people think their phone is supposed to be their main method of photography these days. They're insane. THAT is what I have a Canon for.

What gets me is the screen resolution. Seriously....

This is sounding like a Katana LX with a camera and music player.

100% agree.

[VDubb]

Well, so much for that.

The 1.3MP camera doesn't bother me one bit. I think it's a good size for a camera phone. A lot of people think their phone is supposed to be their main method of photography these days. They're insane. THAT is what I have a Canon for.

What gets me is the screen resolution. Seriously....

This is sounding like a Katana LX with a camera and music player.

Yes, let us punish people because they want convenience in their life. Seriously, do you believe that everyone wants to be like you and carry a camera and a phone wherever they go? People might find themselves in situations where they weren't planning on taking pictures, but might want to. In those times, they want quality pics. Heck, there is apparently a demand for such convenience since there are 5-10MP cameras in Europe and Asia. It's people like you that are keeping everyone in the US in 3.2MP and less range instead of expanding into the high range camera phones available nearly everywhere else.

- VDubb

[Rollin]

Yes, let us punish people because they want convenience in their life. Seriously, do you believe that everyone wants to be like you and carry a camera and a phone wherever they go? People might find themselves in situations where they weren't planning on taking pictures, but might want to. In those times, they want quality pics. Heck, there is apparently a demand for such convenience since there are 5-10MP cameras in Europe and Asia. It's people like you that are keeping everyone in the US in 3.2MP and less range instead of expanding into the high range camera phones available nearly everywhere else.

- VDubb

Wow, that was a little uncalled for. I have to agree with Marlon, a 1.3 is good enough for me. And how much would they charge us for a 10MP camera phone over here?? I bet it would be outrageous.

To get back on topic: I am looking forward to this phone coming out and plan to get one asap. I won't use any other phone besides a Sanyo, and I think this phone will do everything I need it to.

[Ronkh]

Play nicely people.

[Marlon_JB2]

Yes, let us punish people because they want convenience in their life. Seriously, do you believe that everyone wants to be like you and carry a camera and a phone wherever they go? People might find themselves in situations where they weren't planning on taking pictures, but might want to. In those times, they want quality pics. Heck, there is apparently a demand for such convenience since there are 5-10MP cameras in Europe and Asia. It's people like you that are keeping everyone in the US in 3.2MP and less range instead of expanding into the high range camera phones available nearly everywhere else.

- VDubb
Harsh.

Nowhere in my post did I say that I carried around a camera with me every single day. (Assumption)

I didn't mention anything about punishment.

I'm not holding any Americans down.

I was just stating my opinion. Isn't that what forums are for?

For your information I am a gadget freak. I can't go a long period of time without new stuff. I just bought a new GPS, before that, a new iPod. If it starts to lose its smell it needs to be replaced. :)

I just do not feel that a 3.2MP camera is necessary in a phone (nor do I really feel that a camera is necessary, but like you said it is a "convenience"), when a good quality camera will STILL take better quality pictures. Megapixels have NOTHING to do with image quality anyway.

[cvrefugee]

You guys need to give up on Sanyo. They will never be the same ever again.

[ccval]

Of course many people prefer a higher resolution camera, and it's handy to have one built-in the phone. I think 3-5MP is good enough (for me), but since we know we are not getting it (yet), 1.3MP vs 2.0MP doesn't really make a big difference.

Like what Marlon said, what bothers me is the screen, I was hoping to see at least a QVGA 260k screen like the DLX, otherwise, it's just a Katana II with a 1.3MP camera and A2DP and music player upgrade (this is what a mid-end phone should have anyway). Maybe that's why they named it SCP6750. We will have to look forward for a true DLX replacement (SCP8600 maybe?).

[shamefulzero]

Of course many people prefer a higher resolution camera, and it's handy to have one built-in the phone. I think 3-5MP is good enough (for me), but since we know we are not getting it (yet), 1.3MP vs 2.0MP doesn't really make a big difference.

Like what Marlon said, what bothers me is the screen, I was hoping to see at least a QVGA 260k screen like the DLX, otherwise, it's just a Katana II with a 1.3MP camera and A2DP and music player upgrade (this is what a mid-end phone should have anyway). Maybe that's why they named it SCP6750. We will have to look forward for a true DLX replacement (SCP8600 maybe)?.
what they are working on an 8600? lol

[rednex269]

Harsh.
For your information I am a gadget freak. I can't go a long period of time without new stuff. I just bought a new GPS, before that, a new iPod. If it starts to lose its smell it needs to be replaced. :)


If you feel to get rid of the old stuff.. I accept donations!

(worth a try)

Joey

[ccval]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w9XBwpYz33s

[VDubb]

Harsh.

Nowhere in my post did I say that I carried around a camera with me every single day. (Assumption)

I didn't mention anything about punishment.

I'm not holding any Americans down.

I was just stating my opinion. Isn't that what forums are for?

For your information I am a gadget freak. I can't go a long period of time without new stuff. I just bought a new GPS, before that, a new iPod. If it starts to lose its smell it needs to be replaced. :)

I just do not feel that a 3.2MP camera is necessary in a phone (nor do I really feel that a camera is necessary, but like you said it is a "convenience"), when a good quality camera will STILL take better quality pictures. Megapixels have NOTHING to do with image quality anyway.

Thanks buddy, I seriously didn't know what a forum was for. I guess it's just to state opinion without any possibility of disagreement...at least that's why I would think you seemed "surprised" and had to state the meaning of a forum.

I should have probably have been more clear. I understand one can have an opinion; however, to call a group of people "insane" because they want to use their phone as a primary camera is where I had the problem. This is the same thing years ago when people said others were "insane" for wanting to browse the internet on their phone. It's comments and limited thinking like that that limits innovation and expansion, which is why we're still stuck in the 1.3 - 3.2MP range...

...oh, wait, my bad...forgot Megapixels NO effect...:hee:...okay, going to try to do this with a straight face, NONE, ZERO, NADA effect on image quality...that we could change the resolution from 12MP to .1MP on a Canon Digital Rebel XSi and it'll look exactly the same...I mean, I understand that there are other factors (lens quality, CCD sensor quality, ISO-capabilities, etc.), but thanks for telling me that Megapixel has NO effect. We should seriously drop to .05 to help minimize noise...yea...

...on our phones with crappy lens, ***** video capabilities, etc. with only one exception to the latter two, the LG Dare. I'm not saying that your opinion is wrong, no opinion is wrong; however, I do not agree with it and I have a problem with the label your assign to people who would like this to come into fruition in the US.

It doesn't surprise me that Sanyo is dropping the ball on this phone, as they have on so many in the past with their constant track record of providing minimal features at an over-inflated price. The only thing Sanyo's had going with them was this false since of superior reception and reliability that Sprint imposed on their customers because it was exclusive to them. Sanyo's with always be over priced crap in a fugly design (granted the Eclipse is less fugly than the others...more like promoted to ugly).

- VDubb

[e0603]

To the guys arguing about the cameras, both of you have good points. More megapixels doesn't necessarily mean better quality, but if all other aspects of a camera's performance are equal, of course it would be nice to have greater resolution, and it's surprising that US phones lag so far behind what's available overseas. The 1.3mp vs. 2.0mp isn't a deal-breaker for me personally as I seldom view photos taken on my phone anywhere but on my phone. But I'd certainly be excited to see a phone with higher camera resolution, autofocus, a real flash, etc. -- a phone that could really compete in quality with a pocketable digital camera would be exciting! We can all agree to disagree without making it personal.


Like what Marlon said, what bothers me is the screen, I was hoping to see at least a QVGA 260k screen like the DLX, otherwise, it's just a Katana II with a 1.3MP camera and A2DP and music player upgrade (this is what a mid-end phone should have anyway). Maybe that's why they named it SCP6750. We will have to look forward for a true DLX replacement (SCP8600 maybe?).

Yeah, the screen kills this phone for me. Even the Katana II had QVGA didn't it? (No EVDO though.) It's been mentioned since the beginning that the Eclipse is a "mid-range" phone but with the specifications floating around it seemed high-end enough for me -- until learning about the screen. The Eclipse looks like a great phone for the mid-range market, far better all around than the LX IMHO, but it doesn't make much sense that the DLX (which has been around far longer than the LX) is being phased out with no successor in sight. So is a replacement on the horizon or is Sanyo (Kyocera?) taking a different direction and not targeting that segment of the market? :confused:

The only QVGA flips on the radar for Sprint that I know of are Motorolas -- the VE20 and the V950 -- but I don't care for the styling and I've heard awful things about past Motorolas on Sprint (maybe that was just the earlier ones?). And where's anything comparable from LG or Samsung? -- they have phones in this class for other carriers. I'd wait to see what's new in Q4 but I'm stuck in 2004 with my SCP5500 after the untimely death of my 8400. I don't know whether to take a chance on a Moto or get a DLX from eBay.

[Teck_72]

So. Looking through the EOL reports, i see that eventually there is going to be an eclipse with XUI. Can anyone explain to me what that is?

[r0fl]

your welcome. :)
http://img295.imageshack.us/img295/7222/katanaeclipseblksx4.jpg
http://img129.imageshack.us/img129/65/katanaeclipsepksp3.jpg
http://img521.imageshack.us/img521/4286/katanaeclipsesvrqq8.jpg

[shamefulzero]

So. Looking through the EOL reports, i see that eventually there is going to be an eclipse with XUI. Can anyone explain to me what that is?

maybe thats the eclipse that had the 2mp cam that the best buy emplyee had.

[bikerich69]

your welcome. :)
http://img295.imageshack.us/img295/7222/katanaeclipseblksx4.jpg
http://img129.imageshack.us/img129/65/katanaeclipsepksp3.jpg
http://img521.imageshack.us/img521/4286/katanaeclipsesvrqq8.jpg

thanks for the pics. nice:)

[C1787GJ]

i like the way it looks in pictures but will have to wait and see it in person and hear some reviews before I jump. Thanks for the pics though.

[mak967]

I went to the Sprint store today and they said the phone will be out on the 17th of this month. They still don't know anything about the phone.

[mak967]

So. Looking through the EOL reports, i see that eventually there is going to be an eclipse with XUI. Can anyone explain to me what that is?
Not really sure what it is but this link might help.
http://www.xoetrope.com/zone/intro.php?zone=XUI . I googled it . You might want to try that and see if you can understand what it is. And if you can understand it come back and let me know.lol

[Teck_72]

XUI seems like it would be used for some kinda of widgets, or a SDK or something for a phone. I'm pretty excited because I know sprint has been tossing out SDK's for employees to mess around with on phones for a while now.

ANNNDDDD...

I played with this bad boy today. Our store has it in only Silver right now. The phone is very very slick looking. It has the same outer coating as the LX does, nice and shiney. The controls on the out side are solid buttons, and easy to press, but do require some pressure. The screen is back to the resolution of the DLX I believe (thank god). The Illumination thing is badass, it looks really sweet. If anyone has questions I'll gladly answer them!

[shamefulzero]

XUI seems like it would be used for some kinda of widgets, or a SDK or something for a phone. I'm pretty excited because I know sprint has been tossing out SDK's for employees to mess around with on phones for a while now.

ANNNDDDD...

I played with this bad boy today. Our store has it in only Silver right now. The phone is very very slick looking. It has the same outer coating as the LX does, nice and shiney. The controls on the out side are solid buttons, and easy to press, but do require some pressure. The screen is back to the resolution of the DLX I believe (thank god). The Illumination thing is badass, it looks really sweet. If anyone has questions I'll gladly answer them!

yes is it 1.3 or 2.0 mp cam?

[windycity879]

color of keypad leds if you have a real one and not a dummmy? most of us hate the ugly green sanyo likes to use sometimes

[papaguido]

Does it have bluetooth?

[rdemorest]

Saw the eclipse yesterday, store rep showed it, when we tried to buy it, the computer won't allow it until Sunday (8-17-08). From holding it and looking at it, the wife is dumping her m520, and i may upgrade my DLX.

[Mark_P]

Saw the eclipse yesterday, store rep showed it, when we tried to buy it, the computer won't allow it until Sunday (8-17-08). From holding it and looking at it, the wife is dumping her m520, and i may upgrade my DLX.

What was the price of the phone?

[sde780]

battery life? any lags on menus? does it have the sanyo click?

[dnal0r]

found these @ the sanyo homepage:

http://www.sanyowireless.com/gallery.aspx?v=100

[cvrefugee]

found these @ the sanyo homepage:

http://www.sanyowireless.com/gallery.aspx?v=100

You can also see all the detail on the phone from there:

http://www.sanyowireless.com/product.aspx?v=100

Interactive Demo:

http://www.sanyokatana.com/


Katana Eclipse
Light up the Night!

Fusing cutting-edge style with powerful music capabilities, the Katana® Eclipse offers a unique new illumination feature that allows you to identify callers and messages with customizable light effects.



Illumination Effects

· Assign unique lighting effects to callers, messages and alerts

· 40 different effects to choose from

· 7 LED color options

· Blink, Pulse, Echo and Multi-Color patterns

· Fun and practical uses:

o Find the phone easily in your backpack or purse

o No more stumbling in the dark looking for your phone

o Even in silent mode, know who’s calling by the color or pattern selected

o Enhance your music listening experience with light and color

Music

· MP3/AAC/AAC+ music file playback (unencrypted)

· External music controls

· Sprint Music Store capable – wireless downloads of full-length music

· Sprint Music Manager capable – easily manage & transfer music from your PC

· Stereo Bluetooth®

· microSDHC card slot supports optional 8GB cards (256MB included)



Megapixel Camera & Camcorder

· 1.3 Megapixel Camera with Digital Zoom

· Supports PictBridge with optional USB cable

· Camcorder - capture up to 2 hour videos on the included microSD card

· Sprint Picture Mail and Video Mail capable



Bluetooth® Wireless Technology

Bluetooth profiles:

· GAP, SPP, GOEP (General)

· HSP (Headsets)

· HFP 1.5 (Hands-free car kits)

· OPP (vCard transfer)

· DUN (Dial-up networking)

· FTP (File Transfer)

· BPP (Bluetooth Printing)

· A2DP, AVRCP (Stereo Bluetooth)

· PBAP (Phone Book Access)



Sprint Navigation capable

· An optional GPS service, Sprint Navigation lets you get spoken and visual turn-by-turn directions with full-color moving maps.

· Powerful features include voice entry of destinations, traffic alerts in major cities, a low gas price finder and more.



Advanced Technology

· microSD memory

o 256MB microSD card + SD adapter included

o Supports optional high-capacity microSDHC cards (up to 8GB*)

· Sprint Mobile Email capable - quick access to your personal email (Windows LiveTM, AOL®/AIM, Yahoo!® and more!)

· Live Local Search – find any business by talking or typing, plus GPS-enabled maps with directions

· Sprint TVSM capable

· EV-DO data speeds



Restrict and Lock Feature

With easy access under the Settings menu, parents and business owners can:

· Restrict Incoming and Outgoing calls to Contacts only

· Lock or unlock data services

· Input up to 3 “special numbers” that are always available

· Lock contacts list

· Lock camera and any pictures saved in the phone



Sprint Family Locator capable

· An optional GPS service from Sprint that allows you to locate your loved ones from your phone or the web.

· Convenient features like Safety Checks SM enable parents to receive automatic notification (via email or text message) at pre-scheduled times.



Wireless Backup capable

· With Wireless Backup enabled, the Katana Eclipse automatically stores a backup of your Contacts to a secure location on the Sprint web site.

· If your phone is lost or stolen, Wireless Backup quickly restores your Contacts to the replacement phone without keying in the entries.

· Also offers an easy, Web-based method of adding and maintaining contacts



Other Features

· Front-ported speakerphone

· 2.5mm stereo headset jack

· 2.0” TFT, 65K-color Main LCD

· 1.0” TFT, 65K-color external LCD

· 2-way SMS (Text, Voice)

· Instant Messaging (IM) capable

· Speaker-Independent Voice dialing

· Caller-ID capability (Illumination, Number, Picture, Ringer)

· Call Screening (Pre-recorded or custom 12-second announcement)

· Voice Memo Recorder – up to 300 recordings

· Contacts (500 names entries with 700 total phone numbers, 1000 email and 500 web addresses)

· Speed dial – capable to store up to 98 speed dial numbers + 1 for voice mail

· Call History – 60 recent calls

· Alarm Clock

· World Clock

· Stopwatch

· Countdown Timer

· Calculator

· Vibrating Alert (4 distinctive)

· T9 Text Input

· 72-Chord Polyphonic ringers

· TTY Capable

· M4/T4 Hearing Aid Compatibility (HAC) Rating

· Bilingual User Interface - English and Spanish supported

· Digital Dual-Band -1.9 GHz, 800 MHz (EV-DO capable)

Excellent Battery Performance

· Talk Time – Standard Battery: up to 4.6 hours



Dimensions & Weight

· Unit Dimensions (H x W x D): 3.6” x 1.9” x 0.7”

· Unit Weight: 3.4 oz.



Included Accessories

· AC Phone Charger

· Standard SANYO battery (840 mAh LiIon)

· 256MB microSD card

· SD card adapter


*Sprint Wireless Backup, Sprint Family Locator, Sprint Navigation, Sprint TVSM and other Sprint services are available optionally and involve additional charges. Other downloads, applications and services may require additional charges. Battery performance based on tested CDMA talk time; actual performance may vary.

[dnal0r]

You can also see all the detail on the phone from there
no kidding...

[bikerich69]

thanks for the info but i am not too impressed. sounds too gimmecky sp? with all the lighting effects.
I dont think this is a step up from my DLX. maybe a lateral step but not a step up.
Too bad.

[YPG]

Ooh the lights are cool!

[sixt7gt350]

From the pictures and the specs, it looks like it might finally be time to replace the trusty MM9000.
The lights are pretty retarded, but the basic phone looks like it has everything of the MM9000, plus bluetooth.
On the upside, it has a real headphone jack.
On the downside, it uses the micro-USB to charge instead of the traditional Sanyo jack.

[ndnguy85]

From the pictures and the specs, it looks like it might finally be time to replace the trusty MM9000.
The lights are pretty retarded, but the basic phone looks like it has everything of the MM9000, plus bluetooth.
On the upside, it has a real headphone jack.
On the downside, it uses the micro-USB to charge instead of the traditional Sanyo jack.

lights will be useful to determine if you have a missed call OR text OR voicemail.

i wonder how much it's going to be. 129not bad..99 would have been good.

[Rose4uKY]

Ok I read some of the last few pages but not all of this thread. I have the DLX and this phone seems kind of cool to me. I like the colored lights that is going to have. But this isn't the upgrade to the DLX is that it? And the screen is better on the DLX right? Maybe I shouldn't upgrade. My DLX is fine but I do want to go look at one of these in the store. I may end up liking it. My boyfriend has the Samsung M520 I think it is and he thinks it looks asnd sounds like a cool phone. I was kind of wanting a Sanyo slider or a slide out keyboard type phone really just for something different. I may wait till closer to the end of the year and see what else comes out. But I still am going to check this phone out. Rose

[cvrefugee]

no kidding...

If that was a sarcastic comment then I suggest you link to the more important pages yourself next time.

[mak967]

Ok I read some of the last few pages but not all of this thread. I have the DLX and this phone seems kind of cool to me. I like the colored lights that is going to have. But this isn't the upgrade to the DLX is that it? And the screen is better on the DLX right? Maybe I shouldn't upgrade. My DLX is fine but I do want to go look at one of these in the store. I may end up liking it. My boyfriend has the Samsung M520 I think it is and he thinks it looks asnd sounds like a cool phone. I was kind of wanting a Sanyo slider or a slide out keyboard type phone really just for something different. I may wait till closer to the end of the year and see what else comes out. But I still am going to check this phone out. Rose
I would wait.

[bikerich69]

the DLX has a real nice qvga display and switching to the display the eclipse has may be a bit disappointing, especially after getting used to the DLX.

[windycity879]

lights will be useful to determine if you have a missed call OR text OR voicemail.

i wonder how much it's going to be. 129not bad..99 would have been good.

It better be $49 considering you could get an instinct for $129.

[ZUROBI3]

I have the m 1 , now you have the DLX can you tell me what's better to updgrade from m 1 go to DLX OR ECLIPSE

Saw the eclipse yesterday, store rep showed it, when we tried to buy it, the computer won't allow it until Sunday (8-17-08). From holding it and looking at it, the wife is dumping her m520, and i may upgrade my DLX.

[mak967]

I have the m 1 , now you have the DLX can you tell me what's better to updgrade from m 1 go to DLX OR ECLIPSE
If I were you I would stick with the M1 until something better came along. My sister in law has the DLX. I like my M1 much better.

[ZUROBI3]

Thank you, I might take my M 1 to check cause I got insurance and I think is that it doesn't close good and keeps blink and blink, other than that the phone still good.. By the way do you know why is when someone post here and I subscribe to the post I don't receive no more the alert that I use to and I'm subscribe, something change or what


QUOTE=mak967;1909953]If I were you I would stick with the M1 until something better came along. My sister in law has the DLX. I like my M1 much better.[/QUOTE]

[shamefulzero]

[QUOTE=ZUROBI3;1909959]Thank you, I might take my M 1 to check cause I got insurance and I think is that it doesn't close good and keeps blink and blink, other than that the phone still good.. By the way do you know why is when someone post here and I subscribe to the post I don't receive no more the alert that I use to and I'm subscribe, something change or what


be careful asiron is sending out musiqs in place of m1s. im sure the eclipse will be 49.99 its more of a katana 2/ LX replacement then a DLX replacement.

if the phone had 262k in colors a qgva screen and at least a 2mp cam it be a dlx replacement. even more so if it had a flashlight feature.

[rdemorest]

I was told Full price is $300.

[shamefulzero]

:frustrateI was told Full price is $300.

theres no way a phone with specs like that can be 300. the 8400 wasnt 300 total. and it had better specs. bell mobility is charging 275 full price.

[sixt7gt350]

$99 it is, now on the Sprint website.

I am soooo tempted.

Who wants to the be guinea pig, so I'm not the one to find out whether it's a POS?

[Marlon_JB2]

Ok I read some of the last few pages but not all of this thread. I have the DLX and this phone seems kind of cool to me. I like the colored lights that is going to have. But this isn't the upgrade to the DLX is that it? And the screen is better on the DLX right? Maybe I shouldn't upgrade. My DLX is fine but I do want to go look at one of these in the store. I may end up liking it. My boyfriend has the Samsung M520 I think it is and he thinks it looks asnd sounds like a cool phone. I was kind of wanting a Sanyo slider or a slide out keyboard type phone really just for something different. I may wait till closer to the end of the year and see what else comes out. But I still am going to check this phone out. Rose

I would wait.
x2...

[MadGasser]

It's 299.99 on the website. What a joke these phones are so flipin over priced it's ridiculous.

[MadGasser]

Thank you, I might take my M 1 to check cause I got insurance and I think is that it doesn't close good and keeps blink and blink, other than that the phone still good.. By the way do you know why is when someone post here and I subscribe to the post I don't receive no more the alert that I use to and I'm subscribe, something change or what


QUOTE=mak967;1909953]If I were you I would stick with the M1 until something better came along. My sister in law has the DLX. I like my M1 much better.

If you claim insurance on your M1 they will send you an LG Muziq thats what they did to me. Best bet would be to buy one on Sprintusers or Craigslist.

[mak967]

Thank you, I might take my M 1 to check cause I got insurance and I think is that it doesn't close good and keeps blink and blink, other than that the phone still good.. By the way do you know why is when someone post here and I subscribe to the post I don't receive no more the alert that I use to and I'm subscribe, something change or what


QUOTE=mak967;1909953]If I were you I would stick with the M1 until something better came along. My sister in law has the DLX. I like my M1 much better.[/QUOTE]
Hi my M1 keeps blinking too. It won't close right. This started a few months ago. Strange. I wonder if more people have been having this problem with theirs? Looking at the Eclipse, I just think the M1 is better phone. I have not been to store to check it out yet. I'll be going to tomorrow to look at it.

[mak967]

If you claim insurance on your M1 they will send you an LG Muziq thats what they did to me. Best bet would be to buy one on Sprintusers or Craigslist.
I agree. I have heard other say thats they also got the LG Muziq. Don't know if you like that phone or not ? I Don't.

[sde780]

I was persistent and they sent me a M1.

I wouldn't downgrade my M1 for the eclipse even if they paid me money

[MadGasser]

Wonder if they would replace the Muziq with an Eclipse.

[jschu22]

Wonder if they would replace the Muziq with an Eclipse.

Seeing that they are apparently replacing M1s with Muziqs, it might be safe to assume they have enough of the later.

[Rose4uKY]

So the Eclipse is more like an upgrade to the LX not the DLX? I guess I'll just wait it out. I thought the flashing lights sounded cool but I don't need that and my DLX is working fine for now. I just know I am due for my upgrade. I want something like the instinct in a Sanyo or a Sanyo slider phone. I just like Sanyo and even a phone with a slide out keyboard would be nice but I don't need know PDA. Rose

[bikerich69]

So the Eclipse is more like an upgrade to the LX not the DLX? I guess I'll just wait it out. I thought the flashing lights sounded cool but I don't need that and my DLX is working fine for now. I just know I am due for my upgrade. I want something like the instinct in a Sanyo or a Sanyo slider phone. I just like Sanyo and even a phone with a slide out keyboard would be nice but I don't need know PDA. Rose

Sadly, you may not get the sanyo that you are waiting for due to the merger with kyocera.
I have had sanyos for over 8 years but all good things must come to an end. hopefully there will be some good model sanyos coming out but i am doubtful and not as confident as i have been over the years when i used to look forward to the next new sanyo that was about to come out.
Sanyo has undergone one of its biggest changes in years and there is a saying, "if it aint broke, dont fix it."
Only Time Will Tell if the Sanyo quality we are used to will remain untouched or bettered.

[mak967]

Sadly, you may not get the sanyo that you are waiting for due to the merger with kyocera.
I have had sanyos for over 8 years but all good things must come to an end. hopefully there will be some good model sanyos coming out but i am doubtful and not as confident as i have been over the years when i used to look forward to the next new sanyo that was about to come out.
Sanyo has undergone one of its biggest changes in years and there is a saying, "if it aint broke, dont fix it."
Only Time Will Tell if the Sanyo quality we are used to will remain untouched or bettered.
I agree.

[Rollin]

I went and got an Eclipse this morning. I was still within my 30 day new activation so I traded in my Katana LX. I will try to answer any questions you guys have and I will post a review soon.

[RobZombie20]

I just saw the hands on review on Engadget and it looks pretty cool although personally I don't think I'd like one. Sanyo's are solid phones and I'm sure this one is too but it's just not very appealing to me and the menu showed on Engadget seemed really boring and old school.

[Mark_P]

Here's a nice phonescoop video
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BZ1HZ0SOZ-Q

[Mark_P]

I'm disappointed that this phone only comes in 1 color

[VDubb]

It comes in three.

- VDubb

[ZUROBI3]

Whick 3 colors, when I call the store they told me silver, I'm wondering about black that should be really neat


It comes in three.

- VDubb

[ZUROBI3]

Rollin how you can compare this with the M 1 or the 7400 if you remember that particular phone, the keypad is blue or they went back to green and the speakerphone and ringer are really loud

QUOTE=Rollin;1910950]I went and got an Eclipse this morning. I was still within my 30 day new activation so I traded in my Katana LX. I will try to answer any questions you guys have and I will post a review soon.[/QUOTE]

[james2K]

we got one in this morning... pretty similar to the LX (Cheap) but the light show would be cool if you were a 15 year old ecstacy eating raver (hee)

[Rollin]

Rollin how you can compare this with the M 1 or the 7400 if you remember that particular phone, the keypad is blue or they went back to green and the speakerphone and ringer are really loud

QUOTE=Rollin;1910950]I went and got an Eclipse this morning. I was still within my 30 day new activation so I traded in my Katana LX. I will try to answer any questions you guys have and I will post a review soon.[/QUOTE]

I can't really compare it to either phone, because I haven't had either one of those phones. The keypad is blue and the speakerphone and ringer are pretty loud. I keep the volume down on about 5 and it is plenty loud.

As far as the colors, my local sprint store said that silver was the only color available and it is the only one on Sprint's site.

[sprinting]

It sounds like the Moto VE20 (which has a 2.0mp camera, for those that care) might be a better phone for the same price:

http://www.engadgetmobile.com/2008/08/18/sanyo-katana-eclipse-hands-on/
http://www.engadgetmobile.com/2008/08/18/motorola-motorazr-ve20-hands-on/

[RobZombie20]

we got one in this morning... pretty similar to the LX (Cheap) but the light show would be cool if you were a 15 year old ecstacy eating raver (hee)

:laughing:

[Mark_P]

I looked at the Eclipse and the Moto VE20. I became more interested in the Moto but I have a fear that it might not have the signal strength and quality of the Sanyo. I really dont know anything about Moto phones, I've heard some complaints about the previous razr phones being junk.
I dont like the keypad on the Moto VE20 but the display was much nicer than the Eclispe. The screen on the Eclipse didn't seem to have much more detail than my Sanyo 2300. The lights on the Eclipse look a bit silly. Hopefuly there is a setting option to turn them off.

If I knew the VE20 would have Sanyo Quality and signal strength, I would buy the VE20. If I had to gamble, I would still choose the Eclipse.

[VDubb]

Black, pink, and silver. There are pics in the thread of all three.

- VDubb

[bikerich69]

From what I am hearing, the eclipse's claim to fame is its lights.
The Eclipse sounds like an upgrade to the LX and it just seems that sanyo/kyocera is going in a new direction. i dont know exactly what that direction is, but it is not the direction that has been occurring with Sanyos over the past few years which had been to improve on the features of the previous models.
It appears that the DLX may have been my last Sanyo cellphone purchase.
It was a good 8 year run but nothing lasts forever, except death.

[mak967]

Sanyo has been such a great phone in the past. I don't know whats going on with it. I think I am going to move on to the Touch Pro when it comes out. I was really looking forward to seeing a Sanyo that could replace my M1. I don't see that day coming anytime soon.

[AsItLies]

I looked at the Eclipse and the Moto VE20. I became more interested in the Moto but I have a fear that it might not have the signal strength and quality of the Sanyo. I really dont know anything about Moto phones, I've heard some complaints about the previous razr phones being junk.
I dont like the keypad on the Moto VE20 but the display was much nicer than the Eclispe. The screen on the Eclipse didn't seem to have much more detail than my Sanyo 2300. The lights on the Eclipse look a bit silly. Hopefuly there is a setting option to turn them off.

If I knew the VE20 would have Sanyo Quality and signal strength, I would buy the VE20. If I had to gamble, I would still choose the Eclipse.

have been wondering the same, seems like they are all a gamble? If I'm wrong sure would like to hear it! leaning towards the moto... and praying ;)

[rush25]

I'm so disappointed in this phone. I'm regretting that I didn't get the Katana DLX when I had the chance. I like the external looks of the Eclipse but the main screen is so small. Perhaps I should just get it and try it out for a few weeks. I wonder what my chances are of tracking down a new Katana DLX in champagne from Sprint....

[RobZombie20]

I'm so disappointed in this phone. I'm regretting that I didn't get the Katana DLX when I had the chance. I like the external looks of the Eclipse but the main screen is so small. Perhaps I should just get it and try it out for a few weeks. I wonder what my chances are of tracking down a new Katana DLX in champagne from Sprint....

The DLX was a good phone. Of course I can't say how good it is compared to the Eclipse. The DLX wasn't the most exciting phone I've ever owned but I do miss it sometimes. If you can't find a champagne in store then there is always Ebay. If you live in the KC area I would try calling the Leawood store in Kansas in Town Center. That store is very helpful and if you're by there then ask for Davids help, I forgot his last name but he is very very helpful, not really your average Sprint CSR.

[shamefulzero]

they need to cut the price of this phone to $50 bucks like yesterday. no way its worth $100.00 after rebates

[Mark_P]

Not that it makes a lot of difference but Cnet rated the Moto VE20 a 7.3 and they rated the Katana Eclipse a 7.7.

[Rose4uKY]

I am wondering to if the Katana DLX will be my last Sanyo phone who knows. I just watched the You TIbe Video and I don't care much for the lights. It's ok and I might use them if I had them but not that big of a dealbreaker for me to upgrade just yet. Is the touch Pro a PDA phone? If I didn't have to change plans I would consider the instinct. I'll wait it out till the end of the year maybe. I like the LG Rumor with the slide out keyboard but I have never owned LG and I know it's not PV. I wish the Instinct had a slide out keyboard does the Pro have one? I'll have to read up on it. Rose

[bikerich69]

I am wondering to if the Katana DLX will be my last Sanyo phone who knows. I just watched the You TIbe Video and I don't care much for the lights. It's ok and I might use them if I had them but not that big of a dealbreaker for me to upgrade just yet. Is the touch Pro a PDA phone? If I didn't have to change plans I would consider the instinct. I'll wait it out till the end of the year maybe. I like the LG Rumor with the slide out keyboard but I have never owned LG and I know it's not PV. I wish the Instinct had a slide out keyboard does the Pro have one? I'll have to read up on it. Rose

The Pro has a slide out keyboard. The Diamond does not.
I will most probably get the Diamond.
No more Sanyos for me.

[jschu22]

Those that are so attached to Sanyo should really re-access their loyalty. This isn't even close to the same brand that brought us the 5600, for example. Yes this is an opinion, but one coming from someone who has owned 10+ of their handsets so I'm not coming here just to bash a phone. I swear, some of you are wearing blinders.

[sixt7gt350]

It was time for me to set aside my MM9000 in favor of something with all its features plus bluetooth. (excepting the famed DUN, RIP)

The Eclipse screen was mediocre at best and the cheesy lights really turned me off.
After many faithful Sanyo years, I became a Motorola man (again) today. (Startacs from WAAYYYY back when.) I picked up a VE20 and am not regretting it. (yet)
The display is "fantabulous."
The outside mirror and fingerprint magnet, not so much.

Sorry Sanyo, but you've continued to underwhelm me with your past few flip phones.

[bikerich69]

i think sanyo will be losing alot of customers. bad for kyocera/sanyo and good for other manufacturers.
Also, is Sanyo going to be referred to as Kyocera? This would do Sanyo justice as they used to be known for manufacturing some real high quality phones. Ultimately known for their great reception and durability.
Attaching the Sanyo name to the last couple of phones may be doing Sanyo an injustice? imo.
Btw, i have owned only sanyo phones for the past 8 years purchasing a new model maybe twice a year.

[Rose4uKY]

I kmow i have had nothing but Sanyo phones since I started back in like 2001 I think it was. There was a phone before the 4900 the 4500 candy bar speaker phone with non color screen and I guess it had wireless web. I never thought of doing internet on a phone until I got the 4900 and paid 10 bucks for unlimted internet and that is when I had to do short mail. And then it was 8200 not so great 8300 was good and the 8400 I loved. But I wanted a slim flip in pink with blue keys and I got it in the DLX. I actually love this phone and will probably keep it for a while longer. Rose

[bikerich69]

The sanyo eclipse may be going the way of the sanyo LX.
Once the phones are released, not too much to talk about, although it is still early with the eclipse.
I remember when the DLX was going to be released. Before the release, there was alot to post about regarding the phone, regarding its features, the supposed features, pricing,etc., etc. much the same way it was for the eclipse.
But the big difference with the DLX is that the posting did not stop. From the first day it was released to way past its release date, people could not purchase the phone fast enough or post quick enough regarding it pros and cons. Not so with the eclipse.
I dont know many who purchased the sanyo LX and I dont know if many will purchase the eclipse. By the postings or lack of, it appears not many.
The good old sanyo days look like they may be over:)

[Mark_P]

I'm real close to getting the Eclipse. I am dissapointed with the lack of QGVA screen and I can turn the silly lights off. I want it for the mp3 player.
If it came in black I would probably get one ASAP!

[phone-a-holic]

I'm real close to getting the Eclipse. I am dissapointed with the lack of QGVA screen and I can turn the silly lights off. I want it for the mp3 player.
If it came in black I would probably get one ASAP!

the screen is not that bad. i actually like it so far.

[GrEeN gOBlIn]

the screen is not that bad. i actually like it so far.

:needpict:

of evering u can

[scott_walker]

Does the Eclipse or Eclipse X come with a Sanyo buddy? does it have animations? (fish? dinosaur, penguin...that type) . What is the internal memory?

I've read that some think it's a step down from the scp-8400 with regards to specs. Is this because of the quality of the screen?

I'm asking because we are now able to get new phones. My wife and daughter have old LG fusics and I have a sanyo scp-8400. They are sort of stuck on getting a samsung instinct, but I'm not sure. Even though at first glance the instinct looks cool I doubt that it will compare with my current phone with regards to volume, ability to get a signal, and battery life among other things.

I do like blinkie lights even though i'm not a 15 year old extasy eating raver, but i'm guessing the novelty of those lights would wear off.

[dixieman82]

it's a good phone i haveone on;yhave one problem with it. just shuts off when it wantsto if you have any questionsemail me at dixieman82@hotmail.com

[scott_walker]

hmmm... the eclipse likes to shut off when it wants to huh? Does it come back on?? I don't like the sound of that. My current phone has a habit of crashing and then coming back on immediately at times, but 95% of these 'crashes' I avoid by closing the phone slowly. Don't want to go there willingly with a new phone. :-) Thanks for the info.

[dixieman82]

i went to the link u provided and did not see any sanyo that hasnt been released yey can u post the link to that phone in the developer cuz i dont see it.





this phoneis amazing the katana eclipse is awesome