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hey guys
how you doin all, hope u keeping well
i just wanna ask ya cuz i wanna buy new htc which is better
htc touch pro2 or htc hd
thanx in advanced
Rhodium is much better on my opinion!
TP 2 , HTC should always keep a hard keyboard in the Android and WP7s product line.
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TP 2 , HTC should always keep a hard keyboard in the Android and WP7s product line.
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Cold not be more agree!!
Hope HTC comes soon with something interesting for both platforms
I would probably go with the HD2, simply because of the much larger screen (which is also capacitive) and the 1GHz Snapdragon processor. The Rhodium is a fine device, and the keyboard is unparalleled, but the internal processor sucks to say the least, and the resistive screen cannot even be compared to the capacitive one on the HD2. Both devices are excellent though, so no matter which you choose, you can't make the wrong choice.
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I would probably go with the HD2, simply because of the much larger screen (which is also capacitive) and the 1GHz Snapdragon processor. The Rhodium is a fine device, and the keyboard is unparalleled, but the internal processor sucks to say the least, and the resistive screen cannot even be compared to the capacitive one on the HD2. Both devices are excellent though, so no matter which you choose, you can't make the wrong choice.
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+1
That's your real decision in this...do you need the (world's best) keyboard bad enough to accept some of the (still awesome) TP2's relative shortcomings? Or can you get as comfortable with typing/swyping on this big gorgeous screen as many of us have done now.
EDIT: and just so everybody knows (and as you can see), orb3000 has arranged for some custom scripting that auto populates any thread with "TP2 vs" in the title, with a post of his saying "Rhodium is much better in my opinion!"...automatically and immediately as soon as the thread is posted lol j/k...he's just very passionate about his qwerty, and with good reason!
DaveTheTytnIIGuy said:
I would probably go with the HD2, simply because of the much larger screen (which is also capacitive) and the 1GHz Snapdragon processor. The Rhodium is a fine device, and the keyboard is unparalleled, but the internal processor sucks to say the least, and the resistive screen cannot even be compared to the capacitive one on the HD2. Both devices are excellent though, so no matter which you choose, you can't make the wrong choice.
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+1
That's your real decision in this...do you need the (world's best) keyboard bad enough to accept some of the (still awesome) TP2's relative shortcomings? Or can you get as comfortable with typing/swyping on this big gorgeous screen as many of us have done now.
EDIT: and just so everybody knows (and as you can see), orb3000 has arranged for some custom scripting that auto populates any thread with "TP2 vs" in the title, with a post of his saying "Rhodium is much better in my opinion!"...automatically and immediately as soon as the thread is posted lol j/k...he's just very passionate about his qwerty, and with good reason!
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A.J said:
hey guys
how you doin all, hope u keeping well
i just wanna ask ya cuz i wanna buy new htc which is better
htc touch pro2 or htc hd
thanx in advanced
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I think OP refers to Blackstone HD.
orb3000 said:
I think OP refers to Blackstone HD.
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that's the other thing about orb, he picks up on the small details that others miss
haha thank you so much guys and yes i was talkin about the hd 1 not 2 and i already have O2 XDA Stealth and i do have HTC Touch Pro 1 and now ill go to the store and see what to buy TP2 or HD hehe ill check the price too hehe ... thank you so much again guys
TP2 has a qwerty keyboard
the HD has a big screen
apart from that the hardware is exactly the same
Get the HD if you don't need a physical keyboard.
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Get the HD if you don't need a physical keyboard.
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plus the blackstone's cheaper
yea i bought the HD hehe cuz i already have the Touch Pro1 with qwerty keyboard
Hi , having been an avid HTC user a while back, rom changing etc, I got an iphone and have used that since. I once went back to a HTC touch pro 2 but didnt like it so ended up getting an Iphone 4 on release. Since then I still have a longing for HTC so am wondering whether to get another? I want to get away from the iphone to tinker with HTC again but cannot decide, what do you guys think?
I was looking at a desire Z because I want a physical keyboard so am hoping to swap for my Iphone 4.
My phone is in as new condition with box and accessories bought from Apple so is unlocked to all networks.
Let me know if interested, cheers. Stu.
Just looked at this lol
http://forum.iphone-developers.com/general-discussion/541-iphone-htc-desire-z-swap.html
I got a Z today, and I must say it's an amazing phone
Of course hTC Desire Z!!!
Stick with HTC
This should be self-explanatory, Desire Z FTW!
HTC Mogul (old)> iPhone (any model)
i had the same choice here in canada, went with the desire z and no regrets so far. though i briefly used swype on my friend's captivate and it was definitely impressive and with a larger screen thats nice... but no flash on the camera is a downer. iphone... meh
Isn't it pretty dumb to ask a question like that here at XDA? The people here will, of course, vote for the HTC. Looking for Android fanboys? Well, XDA is the place. You won't get a single objective answer here.
That's like asking the guys at Mercedes if you should get an Audi. The answer won't surprise you.
No no no, bazooka, I stated that I had HTC touch pro 2 previously and didnt like it. I just wanted a subjective view if things had improved since then.
Oh, i see
The answer is yes. HTC has improved since the Touch Pro 2. Check out some videos on YouTube or something, or take a HTC out for a spin. HTC and Android matches perfectly, and HTC has improved big time the last year(s).
I love my Desire Z (T-Mobile G2) that I just picked up, but they keyboard probably isn't for me. I think I would prefer an HTC Glacier (MyTouch 4G) instead.
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No no no, bazooka, I stated that I had HTC touch pro 2 previously and didnt like it. I just wanted a subjective view if things had improved since then.
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Thanks Bazooka, I looked around and they do look better on video, so hopefully will get some interest for my iphone and go back to the good old days of rom flashing etc.
Was'nt too sure about the android OS , but seems to have come on a lot with the apps growing and growing.
I love the physical keyboards, had a wizard first off and had others all with keyboards.
Just something I am comfortable with .
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Thanks Bazooka, I looked around and they do look better on video, so hopefully will get some interest for my iphone and go back to the good old days of rom flashing etc.
Was'nt too sure about the android OS , but seems to have come on a lot with the apps growing and growing.
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Android is great, but IMO it's not "there yet". Don't get me wrong, it's good, but it can get better, and it will.
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Isn't it pretty dumb to ask a question like that here at XDA? The people here will, of course, vote for the HTC. Looking for Android fanboys? Well, XDA is the place. You won't get a single objective answer here.
That's like asking the guys at Mercedes if you should get an Audi. The answer won't surprise you.
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He did also ask the 'Audi' of this
http://forum.iphone-developers.com/general-discussion/541-iphone-htc-desire-z-swap.html
Just no replies
Haha! Nice job!
I may get it, but development is a concern. What do you guys think?
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SAMSUNG..................never again.
No
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1066174
I'm finished with Samsung.
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After my Captivate experience... Samsung needs to PROVE they can:
1) Release hardware that works (i.e. the GPS fiasco that affected me).
2) Update phones in a timely fashion... preferably providing more than 1 OS update.
Until then... I am steering very clear of any Samsung computing product.
I'm thinking there is already a thread about this craptastic phone.....lol
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I'm thinking there is already a thread about this craptastic phone.....lol
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I am thinking you are right about that..
I like their tvs mew :3
lol, ok point taken. Maybe I should just buy a new bumper and hold off on a ff camera and bigger and brighter screen. At&t is just so damm slow with releasing nice android devices. My inspire just feels laggy sometimes, and it isnt the latest and greatest in specs, great device dont get me wrong. I think whats also making me want another device is from the 1st week, i have like two streak smudges on the screen I cant wipe or get rid off. Must be on the glass, I have no idea what it is. Isnt noticeable right, but in bright light or sunlight, you can see it.
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lol, ok point taken. Maybe I should just buy a new bumper and hold off on a ff camera and bigger and brighter screen. At&t is just so damm slow with releasing nice android devices. My inspire just feels laggy sometimes, and it isnt the latest and greatest in specs, great device dont get me wrong. I think whats also making me want another device is from the 1st week, i have like two streak smudges on the screen I cant wipe or get rid off. Must be on the glass, I have no idea what it is. Isnt noticeable right, but in bright light or sunlight, you can see it.
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usability> specs anyday. The atrix has better specs then the inspire, but moto hasn't made a good phone since the razor. Look how many people jumped ship from the phone. Also it's samsung, the same phone maker that took over a year to realease an update, the inspire has been out for what less then five months and already has an update.
If your phone fills laggy then your not doing something right .
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I would love to have an Infuse. Or the new Galaxy S 2. I love my Samsung Focus and figure bigger is better.
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Also it's samsung, the same phone maker that took over a year to realease an update, the inspire has been out for what less then five months and already has an update.
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updates doesnt mean anything! i'm having a hard time to sell my used htc inspire for 300$ on ebay! haha. nobody want it. haha
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usability> specs anyday. The atrix has better specs then the inspire, but moto hasn't made a good phone since the razor. Look how many people jumped ship from the phone. Also it's samsung, the same phone maker that took over a year to realease an update, the inspire has been out for what less then five months and already has an update.
If your phone fills laggy then your not doing something right .
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Agreed! If there is anything laggy about my phone its me. Lol
Oh I am thinking of it alright.
Of how much fun it would be to make a back cover out of plastique and some detcord.
netnerd said:
updates doesnt mean anything! i'm having a hard time to sell my used htc inspire for 300$ on ebay! haha. nobody want it. haha
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What is wrong with it? The last one I saw sell on here went for 340.
netnerd said:
updates doesnt mean anything! i'm having a hard time to sell my used htc inspire for 300$ on ebay! haha. nobody want it. haha
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You are either a liar or have a horrible ebay rating;
http://cell-phones.shop.ebay.com/Ce...ies&_fln=1&_sc=1&_sop=1&_trksid=p3286.c0.m282
300-315.......
Sqdnguns said:
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that's a HUGE DITTO!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I dont really care for updates of any device maker as I'm always using custom roms anyways, right?
Also, not sure the infuse would have the development support the htc inspire/desire has. With that being said, I would think the htc inspire would have a better resale value than the infuse down the line due to lack of dev support? and updates?
I guess thats just speculation though.
I own an Evo, and my contract is up at the end of this month. I really want to go to WP7, but I don't (preferably) want a phone with a keyboard. I love the all touch big screens, but I wouldn't mind having a keyboard with a smaller screen.
I just want an honest opinion. Is it really worth sacrificing my Evo for a smaller screen with a keyboard, especially when I can (hopefully) get a mango device around 2012? (If Sprint even has one by then).
I have heard of the Nokia phones and the Mazaa that is supposedly coming, but you never know with Sprint's luck.
it is totally worth upgrading to the arrive right now especially since the mango beta can be found in these forums,it significantly increases the functionality and speed of this phone on the existing stock rom.
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it is totally worth upgrading to the arrive right now especially since the mango beta can be found in these forums,it significantly increases the functionality and speed of this phone on the existing stock rom.
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Yeah, but do you think there will be a phone similiar to the Evo (bigger screen, no keyboard)? I would hate to get it and then a few months later one comes out! Lol. I haven't gone to sprint to check out the arrive, yet. But when my upgrade is, I will keep it in mind.
Thanks for the input.
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Yeah, but do you think there will be a phone similiar to the Evo (bigger screen, no keyboard)? I would hate to get it and then a few months later one comes out! Lol. I haven't gone to sprint to check out the arrive, yet. But when my upgrade is, I will keep it in mind.
Thanks for the input.
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There very well could be. Hard to say whether Sprint thinks it's going to gain enough traction, especially with the iPhone supposedly coming. But I say play with the Arrive in store. The priority for me was the hardware keyboard and also the fact that I came from a feature phone.
Shrinking down in screen size probably won't feel the same for sure because you're losing so much viewable space. However, if you think the OS as a whole in how it functions is worth it to you then it might end up being a negligible complaint.
If you're really worried some new hardware might come out then just wait.
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There very well could be. Hard to say whether Sprint thinks it's going to gain enough traction, especially with the iPhone supposedly coming. But I say play with the Arrive in store. The priority for me was the hardware keyboard and also the fact that I came from a feature phone.
Shrinking down in screen size probably won't feel the same for sure because you're losing so much viewable space. However, if you think the OS as a whole in how it functions is worth it to you then it might end up being a negligible complaint.
If you're really worried some new hardware might come out then just wait.
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Yeah, but I don't want to wait and then be further away in a 2-year upgrade, and I think a 3.6in is still a good size.
My buddy has the Evo Shift and it seems to be a perfect size from messing with it. I had the HTC hero and that was a 3.2in all touch display lol.
I might go into Sprint. If don't like it, I have no choice but to wait. But I can't stand Android for another minute. But that is another subject lol.
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Yeah, but I don't want to wait and then be further away in a 2-year upgrade, and I think a 3.6in is still a good size.
My buddy has the Evo Shift and it seems to be a perfect size from messing with it. I had the HTC hero and that was a 3.2in all touch display lol.
I might go into Sprint. If don't like it, I have no choice but to wait. But I can't stand Android for another minute. But that is another subject lol.
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I think u just answered your question then. if u can't stand Android anymore then go ahead and get the arrive then load the mango beta onto it and then never look back.
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I think u just answered your question then. if u can't stand Android anymore then go ahead and get the arrive then load the mango beta onto it and then never look back.
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Holy s*** you're right. Going into the sprint store to pick up HTC Arrive next month.
I went from the Evo to Epic to Arrive and lemme say this...
I DO miss the Evo's screen size and just the overall build of the phone. Whenever I'm browsing on the Arrive I'm always like "I wish I had a little bit more" and when I'm in the messaging app I wish I had a little bit more space.
But that's just looking at the phone. Now, interacting with the screen is so smooth its sickening. I'm talking about the screen itself, like the material. I have an iPod Touch 4G and its just...bleh. I hate using it because it picks up fingerprints way too easy so your like "i'll just dry my hands and it'll be all good" but when you do that, the screen is extra rough and its hassle. The Arrive's screen is just smooth as eggs and I dont think it picks up fingerprints..I've never noticed them and I dont use a screen protector.
Now, the material + the OS responsiveness is amazing. Once you pick the Arrive, you'll be amazed. WP7 is just too smooth. The browser will destroy your mind. Also, the keyboard is friggin' nuts. I'm on the mango beta and the thing I love is how I don't even need to touch the delete key. Let's say your typing real fast...all you have to do is tap and touch the word to correct it. Well, Swype had that on Android so it may not be a big deal to you, but the big difference now is how the WP7 takes in account you hitting the letters right above the space bar, instead of the space bar. So, "thisbis" automatically autocorrects to "this is" Add in dynamic key resizing and there's really no need for a bigger screen for a bigger keyboard.
so yeah..enough my rambling....you'll love the Arrive.
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I went from the Evo to Epic to Arrive and lemme say this...
I DO miss the Evo's screen size and just the overall build of the phone. Whenever I'm browsing on the Arrive I'm always like "I wish I had a little bit more" and when I'm in the messaging app I wish I had a little bit more space.
But that's just looking at the phone. Now, interacting with the screen is so smooth its sickening. I'm talking about the screen itself, like the material. I have an iPod Touch 4G and its just...bleh. I hate using it because it picks up fingerprints way too easy so your like "i'll just dry my hands and it'll be all good" but when you do that, the screen is extra rough and its hassle. The Arrive's screen is just smooth as eggs and I dont think it picks up fingerprints..I've never noticed them and I dont use a screen protector.
Now, the material + the OS responsiveness is amazing. Once you pick the Arrive, you'll be amazed. WP7 is just too smooth. The browser will destroy your mind. Also, the keyboard is friggin' nuts. I'm on the mango beta and the thing I love is how I don't even need to touch the delete key. Let's say your typing real fast...all you have to do is tap and touch the word to correct it. Well, Swype had that on Android so it may not be a big deal to you, but the big difference now is how the WP7 takes in account you hitting the letters right above the space bar, instead of the space bar. So, "thisbis" automatically autocorrects to "this is" Add in dynamic key resizing and there's really no need for a bigger screen for a bigger keyboard.
so yeah..enough my rambling....you'll love the Arrive.
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I agree with you 100%. I haven't haven't picked up the phone yet, but I've heard good things. Such as the great keyboard, and I've never heard of the autocorrect on WP7, that is amazing. I constantly have to change my sentences because the words blend together.
The OS is by far my favorite, not as much customization, but I find myself constantly changing it on Android with different ROMs. And i have tried to setcup my Android so i can have a quick glance at the screen, juat to conserve my battery. The phones are a pain in the ass. I would rather pay for quality, IMO. Being able to have a phone that lasts for 3 days is definitely a plus, not to mention improvements with mango.
I too have gone from the Epic, to the Evo, now WP7. Ive watched so many videos on YouTube, and read great reviews on the phone, I might just pick it up next month.
Thanks for your comment.
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You can get a brand new arrive from eBay for around $200. I'd go that route and save your upgrade credit for the next Gen wp7 devices this fall.
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You can get a brand new arrive from eBay for around $200. I'd go that route and save your upgrade credit for the next Gen wp7 devices this fall.
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So you think there will be Nokia/other devices that will be of more quality, with Mango on them in the Fall? I mine as well wait instead of going through the hassel of getting a new device that isn't up to ALL of my expectations lol.
I still don't mind the Evo, but I am in love with WP7. I just want better hardware.
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I think it's a pretty safe bet that new hardware will be released with mango. However, WHEN it'll get released on sprint is a question. As of now arrive's hardware is 1.5 years old already (first Gen snapdragon) so if you can wait I think you should.
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I think it's a pretty safe bet that new hardware will be released with mango. However, WHEN it'll get released on sprint is a question. As of now arrive's hardware is 1.5 years old already (first Gen snapdragon) so if you can wait I think you should.
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Yeah man because I am not about to get a 2-year contract out on a phone that I might not like, well as much as an all touch display. But if I don't have any options by or shortly after Christmas I'm grabbing the arrive for sure.
Offnote, does the creaky tilt for the keyboard bother you? Does it lean to far to your face to where you need to tilt the phone to see it? I'm iffy about the design lol.
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Yeah man because I am not about to get a 2-year contract out on a phone that I might not like, well as much as an all touch display. But if I don't have any options by or shortly after Christmas I'm grabbing the arrive for sure.
Offnote, does the creaky tilt for the keyboard bother you? Does it lean to far to your face to where you need to tilt the phone to see it? I'm iffy about the design lol.
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Honestly dude, just go to a sprint store on the weekend and play with it for a good 30 minutes. Granted the display model won't have mango, but for the basics it'll give you an idea of what to expect. I mean we can hype you up all day long, but it'll still come down to how you subjectively feel about it when its in your hands and visualize how it'll fit your needs.
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Honestly dude, just go to a sprint store on the weekend and play with it for a good 30 minutes. Granted the display model won't have mango, but for the basics it'll give you an idea of what to expect. I mean we can hype you up all day long, but it'll still come down to how you subjectively feel about it when its in your hands and visualize how it'll fit your needs.
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Yeah, people can say its a piece of **** and for all you know it is an amazing phone. I got your point bro. And Mango looks amazing compared to the OS as it is now. (Not that it isn't amazing as it is lol)
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You can get a brand new arrive from eBay for around $200. I'd go that route and save your upgrade credit for the next Gen wp7 devices this fall.
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+1, I picked up a Arrive for $220 without any contract. That's the best route IMO.
Yeah, Fall is right around the corner though. I mine as well save my POS until I see something that I truly want, not because it is my only option.
Sprint and Verizon got screwed (CDMA is always last), but this new round of WP7 devices should offer more to these carriers, if they were smart. There are 9-? handsets for ATT and T-Mobile (GSM), The only people left are CDMA.
I hope I'm not wrong. :X
I want to buy a new phone as my htc touchpro is out of date. I dont know what to get. What would you recommend? I want a phone with a slide out keyboard and for the keys to look like a keyboard, not like the keyboard as in the blackberrys that are small and hard to push and have strange shapes that you spend looking for the letters most of the time. I would prefer and Android phone and I was kinda leaning towards the HTC desire Z but Im not sure if there is better HTC on the market or other brands for that matter. What is good on the market at the moment? Pros and Cons would be appriciated if possible to make my choice easy I would like your opinions.
Droid 4. I would check it out. it has an amazing keyboard. I own one myself. Lovin every minute of it.
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Droid 4. I would check it out. it has an amazing keyboard. I own one myself. Lovin every minute of it.
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only good phone with current specs and qwerty. recommended
Wow I saw the reviews and vids on youtube the droid 4 looks really neat and cool. Too bad its not released in Australia with no release date stated also. So it looks like a longgggggg wait for it. It would be expensive too since its new. I also found the HTC mytouch 4g slide and it has 1080p video and 8megapixel camera which is better than the Desire z but its double the price so Im not sure if its worth paying that much over the desire z.
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Wow I saw the reviews and vids on youtube the droid 4 looks really neat and cool. Too bad its not released in Australia with no release date stated also. So it looks like a longgggggg wait for it. It would be expensive too since its new. I also found the HTC mytouch 4g slide and it has 1080p video and 8megapixel camera which is better than the Desire z but its double the price so Im not sure if its worth paying that much over the desire z.
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Yeh Ive tried ebay they arent bad but Im curious to know how much the Droid4 will cost once it is unlocked and how far away that is exactly. After seeing the reviews for the phone I am leaning towards wanting that phone but not knowing how long I have to wait it might be pointless and I should just get the Mytouch slide
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Yeh Ive tried ebay they arent bad but Im curious to know how much the Droid4 will cost once it is unlocked and how far away that is exactly. After seeing the reviews for the phone I am leaning towards wanting that phone but not knowing how long I have to wait it might be pointless and I should just get the Mytouch slide
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Get the MyTouch 4G Slide
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I'd get the droid 4...desire Z is kinda dated now, plus the mytouch 4g slide is too bulky for me...if I had to choose between the Z or slide, I'd get the slide though.