Bell Mobility: HTC 6800 Mobile Web Browsing (vs HTC Touch)

[whatid]

I think many HTC6800 owner on bell network are trying to figure out how to use the $7/mo unlimited "Mobile Web Browsing" *feature* that was only offer to HTC Touch owners.

I have done some searching around and nothing is conclusive. So I am hoping this thread will come up with an answer...

The theory: HTC Touch & HTC 6800 are similar devices, and it is believe some software config (e.g. point to a proxy server in HTC Touch) which will enable the "Mobile Web Browser" Traffic vs to HTC 6800 count toward Data Packet traffic. Also from various sources, including myself spoke to Bell tech reps, they can't really tell us what's the technical reason why 6800 can't have that feature other than 6800 is a PDA device cuz it has a keyboard. (Note: HTC Touch Pro also count as PDA device)

So, let's share what you have found and if someone may even know how (if possible) to make a HTC 6800 to use Mobile Web Browser feature....

[nuelo]

From reading the Mobile Browser (http://www.bell.ca/shopping/Mobile-Browser/MBUN.details) description on the Bell Mobility website, it really looks like this feature is directed towards standard handsets and not PPC devices. But you mentioned that it works for the Touch? I agree that there should be a way to make the 6800 connect in the same way. I read about Bell's ability to detect exactly which port your using and break down what "they" consider "Internet", "Email", and "Messenger". For example if you had a Touch and this Mobile Browser feature but went onto Google Maps, apparently they would slice you up with charges...

[nuelo]

I forgot to rant....

Those bastards at Bell recently removed my data plan so I am really pissed at them. They were going to charge me through the nose for the unlimited data plan. So I am desperately looking for revenge... For example, I am sure there is a way to connect to a different data network (on the 6800 I notice it connects with #777) that technicians or engineers would use which is completely free and unmonitored. Now I just have to find out what the dial out code is to get free unlimited data for life!... :)

[esskay]

my touch's unlimited browser plan never gave me trouble for extensive google maps usage and/or downloads, but the touch is a piece of crap in my books. I'd love to upgrade to an apache, but won't if I can't do the unlimited browser. What a shame.

just a note: the touch always connected to the data network via #777 as well

[studdley]

I forgot to rant....

Those bastards at Bell recently removed my data plan so I am really pissed at them. They were going to charge me through the nose for the unlimited data plan. So I am desperately looking for revenge... For example, I am sure there is a way to connect to a different data network (on the 6800 I notice it connects with #777) that technicians or engineers would use which is completely free and unmonitored. Now I just have to find out what the dial out code is to get free unlimited data for life!... :)

Bell now has a plan for 30$ thats gives you 500mb data call display voicemail and unlimted text.