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Anyone know of any new phones on O2 UK?

Does anyone know if O2 are planning on releasing any new XDA phones in the near future? Within 6 months or so. I know there are new models being produced, but as far as O2 releasing them...
I e-mailed customer services, and they said they 'couldn't tell me'.
Many thanks.

Not sure, but since they don't seems to be having any of the new HTC phones, in 6 months, I would say yes.

Yes there will.
There will be new devices released in the very near future, and quality as well.
The only thing is, as i work there, i cant mention anything more.
Cheers.

Thanks for your replies. I might hold onto my Wizard for a bit yet then, rather than get a Universal. Are you allowed to say when the new models are being introduced? And if there is one which can compete with the Universal?
Many thanks.

Maybe no upgrade form Big Red for our Pro2

I just received this from HTC:
Hello David,
Thank you for contacting HTC about updating the Verizon Pro2 to Windows Mobile 6.5.
I understand wanting to keep the device up-to-date. Regretfully, HTC does not currently have a software update for your device. The carriers request all software updates for the devices that they offer from HTC. Once the carrier contacts HTC about updating the software or changes to the devices, HTC’s Research & Development Team work with same department from the carrier to create the software. When and update is created it is tested by the carrier and then HTC host the software on our web site for download by customers free of charge or at http://www.pcdphones.com/uts_downloads.aspx. The updates are individually adaptered for each device and carrier.
You can also visit www.hctwiki.com for self-help and to participate in a survey.
Thank you,
Kay
HTC Technical Support

It's quite alright...once Hard SPL is released, if Verizon/HTC does or does not release an update won't matter.

http://forums.verizon.com/t5/PDA-Sm...nmo-6-5-Verizon-never-requested-one/m-p/89482
So a form letter makes you think they are never going to release a ROM?

note the keywords "does not currently". people gotta give it some time, jeez.

Agreed, give it some time.
To add, TP2 CDMA is generically noted by HTC for the 6.5, why are you demanding it rushed when you want it to have everything and be as bug free as possible. Don't be hypocritical.

Sheesh. After all the talk around the interwebs about the Touch Pro2 getting an upgrade, one would think the general public would understand that software must be thoroughly tested to be sure it won't interfere with any existing equipment or services Verizon offers. Granted, Verizon tends to wait rather long to introduce new OS options for their devices, but they still eventually do follow through.
Verizon has (arguably) the most robust network and widest overall coverage. If you want to give that up for a carrier that might be more prompt with equipment updates but doesn't have a tower for 50+ mile stretches, feel free to choose a different carrier.
Personally, I'm fine with the way my phone works now. Sure, 6.5 might have some new bells and whistles, but the core operating system is virtually identical. Why make such a fuss? I won't be heartbroken if I don't get a new ROM for a month or two. My phone works and does pretty much everything I need it to do at this point.

As soon as a HardSPL unlock comes out, we won't need the VZW 6.5 update for most of those bells and whistles.

Ohiowa said:
Sheesh. After all the talk around the interwebs about the Touch Pro2 getting an upgrade, one would think the general public would understand that software must be thoroughly tested to be sure it won't interfere with any existing equipment or services Verizon offers. Granted, Verizon tends to wait rather long to introduce new OS options for their devices, but they still eventually do follow through.
Verizon has (arguably) the most robust network and widest overall coverage. If you want to give that up for a carrier that might be more prompt with equipment updates but doesn't have a tower for 50+ mile stretches, feel free to choose a different carrier.
Personally, I'm fine with the way my phone works now. Sure, 6.5 might have some new bells and whistles, but the core operating system is virtually identical. Why make such a fuss? I won't be heartbroken if I don't get a new ROM for a month or two. My phone works and does pretty much everything I need it to do at this point.
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Sugesting New Devices From SPRINT

I had sent an E-Mail yesterday to [email protected] and had recieved a phone call back. We can contact SPRINT in this way to get them to really hear what we have to say and ask. I had spoke with the VP and had sugested that SPRINT contact HTC to have them design the HD2 to also have a sliding keyboard. All SPRINT has to do is put in the request because their customers "US" are asking for that feature to be added to the phone. If just one person asks 1 question, then it might be heard. But if 10,000 people or 100,000 people ask the same question. It will definatly be heard and then answered. If we want SPRINT to STOP CRIPPELING the phones, then let's all ask the same question. If we want SPRINT to advertise about the TP2, then let's all ask. If more people knew that there is a phone that can give the IPHONE a beating, then all we have to do is make SPRINT stand up and listen to what their customers have to say. So far to date, there has not been one advertisement for the TP2 in any way shape or form to the masses. Sure there have been some reviews on the phone. You will only know about it if you read that perticular magizine or go to the right web site. So, agian let's all send an E-Mail to [email protected] and speak up

How is Sprint crippling their phones?

I definitely do NOT want an HD2 with a keyboard. Since Sprint is in NO WAY getting the HD2 (at least for a while), I would like to petition them to get a phone without a keyboard that is otherwise equal to or better than the TP2. While we are petitioning, how about making it free...

gd761 said:
I had sent an E-Mail yesterday to [email protected] and had recieved a phone call back. We can contact SPRINT in this way to get them to really hear what we have to say and ask. I had spoke with the VP and had sugested that SPRINT contact HTC to have them design the HD2 to also have a sliding keyboard. All SPRINT has to do is put in the request because their customers "US" are asking for that feature to be added to the phone. If just one person asks 1 question, then it might be heard. But if 10,000 people or 100,000 people ask the same question. It will definatly be heard and then answered. If we want SPRINT to STOP CRIPPELING the phones, then let's all ask the same question. If we want SPRINT to advertise about the TP2, then let's all ask. If more people knew that there is a phone that can give the IPHONE a beating, then all we have to do is make SPRINT stand up and listen to what their customers have to say. So far to date, there has not been one advertisement for the TP2 in any way shape or form to the masses. Sure there have been some reviews on the phone. You will only know about it if you read that perticular magizine or go to the right web site. So, agian let's all send an E-Mail to [email protected] and speak up
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TaurusBullba said:
How is Sprint crippling their phones?
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I am not sure what exactly gd761 is talking about. I do know, though, that all CDMA versions of the phone (including Verizon's) do not have an FM Tuner in there. For whatever reason, it is sacrificed for some of the CDMA hardware. Though there are ways to get Radio, just not through normal FM/AM.
The other thing gd761 may be referencing is the fact that nearly EVERY VERSION OF THIS PHONE with other carriers (not all, but most), were released with WinMo 6.5 and a newer (and Sense-like) TouchFlo. For whatever reason, Sprint seems to want to delay it and only says that it will be released "early 2010." I spoke with a representative today who agreed it is ludicrous that nearly every, if not all, carriers now have the upgrade (or at least their form of it) and sprint is dragging their heels.
To tell the truth, I am not sure what gd761 is referring to. I do share the resentment, at least on the upgrade thing. Who knows?
I agree, though, on one point... I do believe that we should, as their customers, their paychecks, let our opinions be heard... and not just on their web forum or through customer service. It is obvious that we need to let them know what we want, and, if need be, bypass the normal channels and go for the bigwigs.
I'm not calling for a revolt, I am however, tired of hearing one person after another complain about service or not having the best phone (in their opinion) and rant and rave..... AND THEN DO NOTHING ABOUT IT (but complain some more). If you ahev enough time to be on here and B!+ch about it, you have enough time to write a letter to someone about it. It's a rare day if the powers that be in our respective phone companies (Sprint, Verizon, AT&T, etc) scan these forums for advice and ideas, at least not in depth. Even if they did, it would be much longer then just going to the source.
Think about it, everyone.

I've seen plenty of tp2 commercials since at least November.

"If more people knew that there is a phone that can give the IPHONE a beating, then all we have to do is make SPRINT stand up and listen to what their customers have to say."
Not convinced HTC will completely redesign a platform because a carrier requests it. If you really want an iPhone killer tho, Droid Does. The TP2 certainly has a more refined slider keyboard, and the tilt is nice. Have to say I like the glass capacitive screen better tho. The real advantage the Droid has right now is a separate GPU. It really is a noticeable improvement over the TP2 performance-wise. I was anxious to see what HTC did with the Nexus 1, but lack of a physical keyboard is a deal killer for me, Snapdragon or no.

I have tried to use Andriod and Palm and don't like the look or feel of them. I know that we all have our own opinions about all of the different devices out on the market. What we should be doing is not complaining about what we think individually, but all want from the Carriers. these forums are not you and me againt one another, but us the customesr to share info and to try to get the Carriers to listed to ALL of us, not just ONE of us. I want a keyboard and you don't want a keyboard. These things tell the Carriers that their customers want one with a keyboard and one without a keyboard. We want one feature or another, or one OS or another. this will let the Carriers know that you want a specific device with specific features with a certain device. I might want exactly the same thing with all the same features, but just with a different OS, or feature. If the Carriers start hearing this, then when they negotiate with the Manufacturs of the devices for them to carry them, they will say that their customers are asking for this or that, and have the devices tweaked or redesigned. This is how it is done. Some people think that we the customers don't influence in any way how these devices are designed or what OS is installed on them. There are a lot of deciding factures that go into these devices that most peolpe do NOT realize or want to accept as being fact. This is just the way that things are. But again, let's agree to disagree and tell the Carriers what our personal desires are. They weally do listen, but not to just one voice, but to many voices.

No SGS support for USA

Well guys release date for the US ATT version of SGS will just around the corner. While i was looking through SGS message forum i ran into this information. According to them, US version of SGS is different then the EU/AS models. Therefore, their custom roms will not work on our US version of SGS. I guess you can have it rooted and have side loading but customizing the rom will not be available.
I don't know if this is true or not. If any of you guys have better info, please let us know. I really like the phone but seems customizing this phone will be priority. I need to do more research and think about this purchase. Maybe save the money get a N1.

Even if the differences between Euro and US SGS devices mean that the custom ROMs that have been developed for the Euro model can't be used with the US model, it does not follow that "customizing the ROM will not be available." Given the fact that the Captivate in particular can be a world phone with support for all the major GSM/3G frequencies, I wouldn't be surprised to see a very vigorous development community for it very quickly.
And if the unsubstantiated stories about $350 off contract price are correct, these phones will be flying off the shelves.

I hope so. this phone has been flying off the shelfs all around the world. I hear in Korea they sold 300k units within two weeks or so. and who knows about euro market and other asian markets.
I have my fingers crossed. from what i saw in the development side they were many developers so far. i hope we have more developers work on it.

I hope this gets the attention that the iPhone 4 did...only in a more positive way. People need to realize the openess to the Android OS (Before AT&T gets there hands on it)

I don't care much for iPhone fame. How am I going to show off my phone and its uniqueness if everyone and their mother has one?

Good news ??

I was checking Gizmodo when I found this link. Seems LG suck everywhere since they didn't sell many WP7 mobiles, so they decided to halt WP7 development which means we got more free developers on our side from now. I just hope that they don't focus on new devices and focus more on the unfinished products they have.
What I think is now is the right time to spam their FB page and all other mails/branches with the ghost call issue hoping the would put it on their road plan.
source link is below:
http://gizmodo.com/5906316/lg-and-windows-phone-are-on-a-break

stilkus said:
I was checking Gizmodo when I found this link. Seems LG suck everywhere since they didn't sell many WP7 mobiles, so they decided to halt WP7 development which means we got more free developers on our side from now. I just hope that they don't focus on new devices and focus more on the unfinished products they have.
What I think is now is the right time to spam their FB page and all other mails/branches with the ghost call issue hoping the would put it on their road plan.
source link is below:
http://gizmodo.com/5906316/lg-and-windows-phone-are-on-a-break
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Pfft i wouldn't count on it all the old devices will get the updates last anyway so who cares.. I give up i love this phone but my patience died when they didn't acknowledge gc..

stilkus said:
I was checking Gizmodo when I found this link. Seems LG suck everywhere since they didn't sell many WP7 mobiles, so they decided to halt WP7 development which means we got more free developers on our side from now. I just hope that they don't focus on new devices and focus more on the unfinished products they have.
What I think is now is the right time to spam their FB page and all other mails/branches with the ghost call issue hoping the would put it on their road plan.
source link is below:
http://gizmodo.com/5906316/lg-and-windows-phone-are-on-a-break
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I dont think that's good news, they dropped supporting on those phones meaning they can drop support on O3D as well. They just want to churn out useless phones with no regards for customers from previous phones.
Regarding FB spamming been doing that with many others since last few months and only got 2 response from tons of msgs left there. SO they dont care.
Lastly i'm trying to get rid of my o3d to get the samsung galaxy SIII when it comes out. Was gonna go for HTC one X but checking their forum shows many issues of poor quality built on that phone as well.
Guess right now my iphone 4 is the best device i can have

yup LG sucks i hope hackers will attack on this company who does not care for the customers that buys their products and keeping them in business
ill buy HTC next time

edzonline said:
yup LG sucks i hope hackers will attack on this company who does not care for the customers that buys their products and keeping them in business
ill buy HTC next time
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Yes, look at nokia they kept dumping products on customers. We, N900 owners were left unsupported within months of launching their flagship N900. They dropped the ball on that phone and only the community was making software for it. I'm glad nokia is in deep $hit.
I hope LG gets what's its due to them soon.
BTW i wouldn't recommend HTC especially after reading topics in ONE X forums. I was planning on going that route myself but seems the quality is bad on that phone. If you're lucky you'll get few problems at start. Many have already returned and got new sets, some even multiple times. There is a thread about returning / replacing phones and it's 27pages already. Some are replacing it and some are getting refunds for the Flagship HTC one X phone.
Galaxy siii is looking to be the one for me