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It was the app that I probably used the most, so is it possible? Yell searches and contacts integration, news etc. it really was the app I most valued whilst on the move.
It had active update as part of it... has anyone ever gotten anything through the version on the xdaII? I don't know whether there aren't any updates or whether mine's knackered.
Also, on another note I have just called o2 for the 10th time trying to get some costly text alerts to me stopped. The calls are costing me a fortune and each time they tell me that, yes, there will be no more alerts... but there always are. I really am getting sick to the high teeth of o2's crappy service. Any advice / specific numbers to call before I kick them to the kerb?
TIA guys.
The My O2 application is something I really miss now that I have switched from an XDA I to the XDA II.
If you manage to resolve this I would be really grateful if you could let me know.
Regards
I'm one of the Active Engine testers and do have access to the WM client. Unfortunately when loaded on my Xda II and one tries to use the updater to bring in the O2 system nothing is ever received, so I think they have dumped the system.
The USA 'channels' are available but not mant of those are of use to us in the UK.
I miss the access to Yell and also to AA Roadwatch / Routeplanning.
Why didnt they carry forward that application to the XDA II.
Steve
Well I guess they must have had a fal out with the AE Corp, plus think there are alternatives via the mobile web... yeah right..
does anyone know if there is going to be a next generation XDA
if so when it will be released
My contract is up soon and dont want to get XDA2s
if they are going to upgrade soon
cheers Ston
Check out the Universal forum for more info about the next generation HTC device; also check out the MDA IV thread over at HoFo.
No official release date exists, as far as I know; speculation is that it'll be relased sometime in Q3/Q4.
how can they ..they still have to sort out the xda2i ,seems like they are just as bad as microsoft
O2 don't develop the XDA, they simply stick their stuff on top of the OS HTC and MS provide. The ROM upgrades they provide are really nothing more than a few tinker sessions with perhaps a few more tweaks on the OS.
It shouldn't make any difference if the 2i (I have one, also) is left quivvering like a sh*tting dog. Releasing new models should not be held to ransom of bugs / issues of older models.
yeah i know , i'm just p*ssed at mine cos i can't run tomtom 5 with the phone on
The XDA4 is going to be released on the 1st of September and it is going to be called
XDA Exec
and thats from O2
i will be getting some it at the end of Augest so i will let you know what its like etc.
I have a power point thing if any one wants it
the PowerPoint would be great if you still have it
does anyone know how much the xda exec will sell for?
and has anyone had problems with tomtom 5 working on the xda iis I cant get a gprs signal I have the silver gprs receiver I got with tomtom 3
I have the latest Xda_IIs_v131139_upgrade form O2 installed but wont work if I roll back to the previous version and I have bt-ppc/pe version 1.0.0. build 3500
cheers
Shaun
Hi
Here is the power point item for the XDA Exec
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strange it dont mention video phoning at all
thats what 3 have been using as commercial since they started with UTMS
maybe there is not software for MW2005 for video phoning yet
Slide 15, near the bottom mentions "2nd CIF camera for video calls"
In case anyone is interested O2 have given me libery to post some data on the Xda Exec here on Tekguru - so please feel free to pop over for a look-see and make any comments or ask any questions concerning the machine.
I've already posted my lucid reply...
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We received the following letter, and have removed the ppt.
Peter Poelman
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We have noticed that your website, xda-developers.com, has an O2 internal PowerPoint presentation posted on it. The PowerPoint was posted at
http://forum.xda-developers.com/viewtopic.php?p=139068, on Mon Jul 25, 2005 10:47 - it is called Xda_Execshort.PPT).
This PowerPoint is a internal O2 document and it was not authorised for release by O2. It is not clear how or where the user of your website obtained the PowerPoint but he was certainly not authorised to post this document on your site. As you are the registrant responsible for the website, we ask that you remove this PowerPoint from your site immediately.
All internal O2 documents are confidential and not for use outside the business. This may be because information is sensitive, but also because our internal documents often refer to a work in process, and so may not accurately reflect the finished product or contain appropriate explanations. Any information that is destined for release to our customers will be strictly checked to make sure it is up to date, clear and accurate.
We will be issuing some official material about the new Xda product (including pictures) very soon, and we will be happy to provide this to you to use on your site as soon as it is released.
Meanwhile please confirm that you have received this email and that you will remove the PowerPoint from your website.
Yours sincerely,
Sally Beamand
O2 PR
oops
looks like someone let the cat out the bag
has anyone anymore updates
the wife has just washed my xdaiis so need to need a new one
The XDA Exec will cost £149.99 for user on O2 200 or above (or for upgrades). The shop told me it would be here sometime in September, fingers crossed O2 make this deadline!
Allan
Eager
Hey Allan, you seem to be in the know...
Any idea how much it will be on cheaper tariffs?
Any idea for O2 100 with XDA2i?
Ant
02 are watching
I note that 02s Sally Beamand O2 PR department has spotted the unauthorised posting on this site. It is a shame that the same department do note take note of the problems that their customers are experiencing with handsets/software. What happened to pro-active customer service!!
If you know its broke, Fix It.
Lyndon.
P.S If 02 spot this, I would welcome your feedback.
any ideas if O2 are going to offer 3g data bundles
as i dont see much info as to there 3g tarif
prices
just read
http://www.expansys.com/product.asp?code=125633
£379.95 and £30.00 per month on 02
perhaps Sally Beamand may be able to shed some light for us all
she was quick enough to ask for the PDF to be removed!
Hey all,
Just a quick question for members of this community - I'm in the process of setting up a news resource site focusing on windows mobile devices and wanted to get some feedback on the usage of the term 'XDA'.
It seems that, for the most part, this community has accepted XDA as a generic term for a mobile device which runs the Windows Mobile OS (feel free to correct me if I've misinterpreted).
Personally I prefer the look of XDA over PPC or WMD but before I go and purchase a domain I just wanted to put my ear to the ground and see what people (in the know) think.
Thanks,
~ elroy
In my opinion the term XDA is mostly known by enthusiasts who know the roots of the device. If you were to start a website I would use a term that is more common to people who are new to this area such as PPC, WM, or even a brand name such as this site has done. This would help improve the traffic of your site for sure.
elroyel1327 said:
Hey all,
Just a quick question for members of this community - I'm in the process of setting up a news resource site focusing on windows mobile devices and wanted to get some feedback on the usage of the term 'XDA'.
It seems that, for the most part, this community has accepted XDA as a generic term for a mobile device which runs the Windows Mobile OS (feel free to correct me if I've misinterpreted).
Personally I prefer the look of XDA over PPC or WMD but before I go and purchase a domain I just wanted to put my ear to the ground and see what people (in the know) think.
Thanks,
~ elroy
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Personally, I would keep looking for a name. XDA is just the branding O2 uses for their PPCs and Smartphones. XDA is in the name of this site just because the XDAs were what the "founders" had gotten their hands on first to work on their encryption projects.
For the most part, members here refer to their devices by their HTC codenames. I haven't really seen anyone call their device an XDA.
I see what you mean though. I believe you might think that XDA is as generic for the PPC as Xerox is for the copier, but it really isn't. In my opinion, most people (even including the bulk of the members here) would just be confused by the terminology.
Just a thought. Good luck!
Thanks guys.
I'm leaning towards PPC (based on your feedback) at this point.
~ elroy
In case anyone is interested I've finally gotten the site *kinda* the way I want it. I still need to work on some of the code (my php skills suck, and that's being kind).
Anyway - on the advice given (above) I went with PPC in the title over XDA... and end up with:
http://www.PPCmine.com
The site is meant to be a resource for bloggers and people who run sites and are looking for links to up to date stuff on a specific subject (in this can PPCs)... or for people, like me, who are complete news junkies.
Feed back is most welcome.
~ elroy
xda is wallaby
I was also thinking about this few times...
Choosing the right domain name depends also on habits of people you are targeting. IMO if you target worldwide, PPC is the most culturally neutral and everybody interested into this kind of devices will find that.
In Czech Republic, the most commonly used term for HTC and similar devices is "MDA" - just because firts wallaby here was called MDA by t-mobile (previously paegas). Even who is not interested into PPC technology will understand MDA term and will know what RU speaking about.
Try to perform search how people think about our devices in a country you are targeting - and you will have the right name. Remember - people should understand name and they will come. If they cannot imagine what is hidden under "WMD" or such term (not used here in CZ, seen this for the first time here), they will simply miss your page...
HI,
Has anyone been able to get there hands on a rebadged XDA Flint?
I have been calling O2 everyday for over a week, no one on there sales / upgrades team has any idea this device even exists. They have no information about it, when it will be available, how much it will cost. Nothing.
There website says it is available and on myxda site its the first device you see.
The shop section will allow you to add to basket but 404`s when trying to pay / enter details.
Has anyone got any information from them or know when I can get my hands on this!?
Thanks,
Embassy
O2 the great pain. The saga conntinues.
This device is only available online and to NEW business customers only.
I have now spent over 3 1/2 hours in total trying to do one of two things.
Either upgrade my contract to a Business package or close it and re open a new acccount under a business tarrif.
This seems just a little to complicated for O2. I have been passed from department to department.
They all say they cant do what I request and pass me on to another team, I work in a call center enviroment myself and it is becoming painfully ovious that these agents simply do not want to handle my call, most likely as they are scored on there call durations.
I will update this IF and when I finally manage to get this device.
O2 better get there finger out, there getting one more try and im taking the 5 phones on my contract to orange and will get the HD instead.
I warn you, if you want this device on O2 be prepared for a up hill strugle with there phone system and there staff.
Anyone know of another provider offering the X7510?
O2 are unusual in that the Online, Offline, Personal and Business departments operate as separate entities, so transferring between them is difficult or impossible.
Also, it is common for new devices to be unavailable for upgrades for some time after they are available to new customers.
Interestingly, the price of the Flint has risen from a fixed £179 on all tariffs in early December to a sliding scale starting at £279 now, and all contracts are 24 months.
There is no doubt the Flint is a good device- I was one of the pre-release testers. However it is not a major step forward over the X7500/Ameo, and really suffers for the lack of hardware buttons, and also an older implementation of WM6.1 than more mainstream devices.
T-Mobile offers the x7510 (branded as the Ameo)
x7510 = t-mobile ameo 16gb
Buy an O2 XDA Flint
Hi,
I had the same problem when I tried to get a Flint for myself.
I got through to a [Mod Edit: e-mail address removed for respect to personal privacy] who actioned it for me under a personal account - (from Customer Relations)
Just email him & he'll hopefully sort 1 out for you mate.
Hope this helps...
embassy said:
HI,
Has anyone been able to get there hands on a rebadged XDA Flint?
I have been calling O2 everyday for over a week, no one on there sales / upgrades team has any idea this device even exists. They have no information about it, when it will be available, how much it will cost. Nothing.
There website says it is available and on myxda site its the first device you see.
The shop section will allow you to add to basket but 404`s when trying to pay / enter details.
Has anyone got any information from them or know when I can get my hands on this!?
Thanks,
Embassy
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Explodingfist said:
Hi,
I had the same problem when I tried to get a Flint for myself.
I got through to a [Mod Edit: e-mail address removed for respect to personal privacy] who actioned it for me under a personal account - (from Customer Relations)
Just email him & he'll hopefully sort 1 out for you mate.
Hope this helps...
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"So, Mr Robinson, what did you get for Christmas?
"Well, a customer I went out of way to help went and posted my e-mail address on XDA-Developers.com, and for Christmas I got a deluge of SPAM. Well, as you know, SPAM is not just for Christmas..."
Ouch! What a way to thank a guy!
Oops!
NanoRuler said:
"So, Mr Robinson, what did you get for Christmas?
"Well, a customer I went out of way to help went and posted my e-mail address on XDA-Developers.com, and for Christmas I got a deluge of SPAM. Well, as you know, SPAM is not just for Christmas..."
Ouch! What a way to thank a guy!
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To be quite fair I don't understand why they only honour this on Business tariffs!
But Oops, you're right there Nano, and didn't realise that actually and I'm very sorry. I was stressed out for you guys not being able to get the device so I was only trying to help...
- Thanks for pointing that out NanoRuler
Explodingfist said:
To be quite fair I don't understand why they only honour this on Business tariffs!
But Oops, you're right there Nano, and didn't realise that actually and I'm very sorry Mark Robinson. So guys if you're emailing him plz don't mention my name. I was stressed out for you guys not being able to get the device so I was only trying to help...
So don't mention me guys - Thanks for pointing that out NanoRuler
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It might be wise for you (and nanoruler in his quoted post) to edit out the O2 guy's email address- if you want to assist people, they could always PM yopu for the address.
There are a lot of bots out there combing sites,and harvesting email addresses to add to spam lists.
NanoRuler said:
T-Mobile offers the x7510 (branded as the Ameo)
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Is it in UK yet? It was originally only in Germany, and doesn't appear on T-Mobile's UK site at present.
It's been available in the UK for quite some time now. My x7510 is an Ameo.
good suggestion Neil. Can you help instruct me how to omit out the address
Much appreciated
Explodingfist said:
good suggestion Neil. Can you help instruct me how to omit out the address
Much appreciated
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The moderator,kyphur has already done it for you
Anyway, if you look at any of your old posts, you should be able to see a box called Edit in the bottom right of the message frame. Just click this to open an Edit box.
I bought my XDA Flint on eBay for £470.
Still no joy with this, absolute nightmare.
Now being told the only way to get this on o2 is to change to downgrade to pay a go from a standard consumer account and then upgrade to business.
This doesn’t add up with being told I can negotiate a free handset as I have been a long standing customer.
It’s looking like I need to make a complaint to get this resolved.
With regards to eBay, I have never paid for a phone / pda in my life.
Neither have I really. Not fully anyway. The way to do it is to upgrade to the most valuable handset you can for free or by paying as little as possible, then sell it as brand new for a shedload of cash. Use that cash towards the purchase of the handset you really want.
The trick is to sell it on again before it goes too commercial i.e. before it goes to the big network providers. That way it will retain most of it's original value, and you can put the cash you make towards the next new thing, again before that hits the networks. You'll still get your default upgrade too. Just upgrade for free again to a valuable device and sell it on. Then you have two pots of cash to use towards a new power toy every 12/18/24 months (depending on your contract). Gotta stay one step ahead! This isn't too difficult because, at least as far as HTC are concerned, their devices are released by them about 6 months before the networks get hold of them and stick all their ugly badges and buggy software on them!
I was a bit slower with the Flint, as the Advantage x7510 was far too expensive anyway beforehand. I just gave into temptation, even though O2 and T-Mobile already have their hands on it. Hopefully, it's value won't depreciate too much in the next 6-12 months.
Got my new XDA Flint for FREE!!! (hee-hee)
I just got my new XDA Flint but am afraid of starting it up. Will it try to install an O2 HMI instead of the normal WM 6?
This forum helped with my XDA Exec with WM5 by providing me the corporate number to overide the O2 HMI.
Can anyone help please?
I got this as a new upgrade plus I reduced my monthly costs on my business tarrif with their new small business tarrif...sweet!!!
There is no 'Corporate Mode' option on the Flint- all installations are the same.
However, there is no O2 customised front end. In fact there is no front end at all, as O2 do not include HTC Home in the build.
The release ROM for the Flint is a good one- newer than the cooked ROMs, and is fast and reliable.
If you use it with a non-O2 SIM, you will need to manually enter the connection details as it doesn't include HTC Connection Manager.
Thank you NeilM!
NeilM,
Thank you very much for your help.
So I should have done the full install instead of skip it? Ooops? I will do a hard reset then and start over. The quick start guide says I can make video calls....is this true in WM6 I thought this was not supported?
My next task is to see if I can port the Tom Tom license over to this PDA. Then put an SPB front end unless anyone has a better suggestion?
As you can tell I am behind the times - it has been a long time since I upgraded from the XDA Exec (2005 - which has always been rock solid and reliable) and the Flint fits my purpose of a mobile office whilst going to clients facilities. This Flint in a small briefcase and a note book makes my commutes to clients a breeze. I see other consultants with giant ruck sacks and 20 million gadgets/laptops notes books etc and I pop out with this thing, my mobile phone, a leather note book and I am ready. I did not get the Flint to be a phone. My problem with Blackberry's are the keyboards are too small for my fingers and Blackberries dont have MSWord and Excel apps to create/edit information and the Flint has a video out so I can show PPT presentations on sales calls. If only MSFT could allow creation/editing of PPT...that would be a result. (Suggestions anyone?)
Also, does anyone know if there is an Open Source application for pushmail as my company run Linux servers and was looking to see if one existed to mimic the push of mail instead of the Flint constantly checking, thereby saving power. (In no way am I trying to avoid the MSFT push mail solution, I just want to know if another exists as Open Source)
Don't reply if any of the above has already been discussed in this forum. I should do the work to find out the info. However, I did not find too many Flint threads on this forum so I do not know if there are SW or HW nuances that need to be considered.
Thanks to all!
No problems with the questions! The Flint/X7510 is sufficiently 'rare' that there are few comprehensive answers out there, though it is very similar to the X7500.
You definitely need to hard reset (Settings/System/Clear Storage) as a lot of essentialstuff gets installed from the supplementary installation (Opera, JetsetPrint etc)
The O2 theme is very blue as you would expect, but there is absolutely no other O2 stuff apart from the O2 Connection mamnager which configures the settings for whichever O2 provider you are with. If you use another operatorSIM, you will have to enter the settings manually, but this is not difficult.
For using as a presentation tool, I'd advise buying the enhanced output cable (unless it is already supplied)as it includes a USB host connector and an RCA Video Output. The USB can be used with an external mouse/keyboard (even a wireless combo) or a pen drive if needed.
If you are serious about needing Powerpoint presentations, and don't mind spending a bit of cash, then I can highly recommend Softmaker Office. It is expensive at €70 but has 3 programs which are respectively fully compatible with desktop versions of MS Word, Excel and Powerpoint. You can create, edit and read any file on the WinMo device, and can even print to PDF format.
For a front end, I think Spb Mobile Shell is an excellent choice, especially in combination with PocketPlus (but you need 4.03 Beta available from the SpbClub forums). You may also need to look at an extra Soft Keyboard, as the Flint only includes the basic MS ones. Cootek Touchpal and Spb Keyboard are both good options.
Video calls have been supported in all 3G Windows Mobile devices, from WM5 onwards- not sure where you got the info about WM6, but that is not the case! Maybe you were reading about US versions of the X7501 which some companies insisted on their users utilising- this had the front camera removed for security reasons (supposedly!). Obviously both parties need a decent 3G signal but it works well. The Flint runs WM6.1 and has good video capabilities.
TomTom- how old is your version? If more than a year it would pay you to buy the current version with its updated maps- currently on offer at £30 for UK and £40 for Europe. If not, then TomTom will supply you with a new activation code. If you have only used one previous activation, you can go to www.ttcode.com, enter your map's product ID and your new phone's Device ID, and it will generate a new activation code. If you've already used your activations, then email TT support with a proof of purchase for the Flint and they might provide a new code. Beware though that if they deem the Flint as unsupported, they may not give you a code.
For 'quick and dirty' location, then the new MS Live Search V4 or Google Maps work well, though the GPS does take up to 5 miunutes for a 1st fix (subsequent fixes are quicker).
Hope this helps!
We do a lot of Broadcast Media work including network & cable television, Digital Media and "Big Data" work. We need to add another Manual QA / Software Tester/Analyst to our existing team at ESPN. Ideally we'd like someone who has tested native & web apps on Android platform and has UI testing experience. This group will work heavily with the interactive television teams (Google TV, etc.) and will be responsible for the full QA life cycle within an Agile/Scrum environment. Any experience with “second screen” or social tv would be a plus. 6-12 mos contract. Must be US CITIZEN, GREEN CARD HOLDER or have already have EAD in hand. W2 only. No C2C or 3rd parties.
Wondering if you'd be interested in something like this? If not, please keep in mind that we always pay a referral fees... $1,000 each time we successfully place someone who's been referred to us.
Get back to me right away if you're interested. I'll share more details when we speak. Thanks.
Stuart Zander
Project One, Inc.
450 Seventh Avenue - Suite 1701
New York, NY 10123
(T) 212-792-6385
[email protected]
That should be moved.
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Taken from the XDA Job Board.
im actualy a Sr. Manual Tester and have experience in many QA metodologies, Im search for this kind oportunities, but its noting here in my country,
hope u find the team member for that job.