So I sold my Inspire because the battery is garbage and can't last a day with heavy usage. So is there an extended battery that could make this phone last at least a day???? This phone is a big downgrade from the Atrix with that tiny battery
I saw a nice boost rooting and going with CM7 notmassive but better. Other then that consider trying a undervolted kernel, it worked for me. With some moderate to heavy usage im around 20 hours
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drewdatrip said:
I saw a nice boost rooting and going with CM7 notmassive but better. Other then that consider trying a undervolted kernel, it worked for me. With some moderate to heavy usage im around 20 hours
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Ill go get my brothers and try it. The only thing is that I like the full 1ghz. My Atrix can run the Tegra 2 with heavy usage for up to a solid 22hours.... I got to 26 once.
Chubby_Skunk said:
So I sold my Inspire because the battery is garbage and can't last a day with heavy usage. So is there an extended battery that could make this phone last at least a day???? This phone is a big downgrade from the Atrix with that tiny battery
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Well, if you already sold it and you consider it a downgrade from the Atrix, why would you still want an extended battery?
If battery is all that matters, then go with the atrix. You won't find much of a dev section for it though.
In any case, there isn't an extended battery available that will match the atrix, and any aftermarket ones with a listed capacity greater than the existing stock battery most likely won't perform at their advertised capacity anyhow.
There are tradeoffs with any phone. The inspire has to be micromanaged to optimize its battery, which admittedly, isn't the greatest.
Still wouldn't trade mine for an atrix, though.
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Even rooted and running something like CM7 with, say, LorDmod's undervolted kernel he's still not going to get more than a day out of the phone with "heavy usage" unless it's underclocked as well. One of the biggest killers is the screen and backlight simply due to its sheer size.
I was able to pull 2days 14 hours out of an Inspire with LorDmod's -25mV undervolt but I'm pretty light on the usage.
helushune said:
Even rooted and running something like CM7 with, say, LorDmod's undervolted kernel he's still not going to get more than a day out of the phone with "heavy usage" unless it's underclocked as well. One of the biggest killers is the screen and backlight simply due to its sheer size.
I was able to pull 2days 14 hours out of an Inspire with LorDmod's -25mV undervolt but I'm pretty light on the usage.
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I agree. The screen is what kills it for sure. No way around that, aside from reducing screen brightness and minimizing/optimizing all the other non-screen functions of the phone, to leave more juice for the screen to consume.
2 days 14 hrs is pretty good, but knowing what your screen-on time for that period was would put in better context.
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Scott_S said:
Well, if you already sold it and you consider it a downgrade from the Atrix, why would you still want an extended battery?
If battery is all that matters, then go with the atrix. You won't find much of a dev section for it though.
In any case, there isn't an extended battery available that will match the atrix, and any aftermarket ones with a listed capacity greater than the existing stock battery most likely won't perform at their advertised capacity anyhow.
There are tradeoffs with any phone. The inspire has to be micromanaged to optimize its battery, which admittedly, isn't the greatest.
Still wouldn't trade mine for an atrix, though.
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Couldn't agree with you more. I started with the Inspire for a few days hated the battery and volume so I went with the Atrix. After 26+ days and the lack of development and the fact the phone got crazy hot after playing games for not long I decided to come back to Inspire. Haven't even thought about the Atrix since! The choice of REAL ROMs and the fact it's an overall much nicer feeling phone (not cheap feeling) sold me on the Inspire. Not to mention the fact that the screen on the Atrix, qHD and all, IMO sucks color wise compared to the Inspire. The "THD" games I bought weren't all that impressive IMO and cost more money as well. I am yet to have the Inspire run dead on me while I was out and if I know I'm going to be out for a while it's simple to bring a charger in the car and give it extra juice to last. Screw the Atrix and it's locked bootloader thanks to garbage Motorola!
*off rant* lol
Is keeping a spare batt on you feasible with this phone? I mean, is switching the battery a real pain in the butt on it? I'd be afraid of the door wearing out and not wanting to stay in place.
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I agree. The screen is what kills it for sure. No way around that, aside from reducing screen brightness and minimizing/optimizing all the other non-screen functions of the phone, to leave more juice for the screen to consume.
2 days 14 hrs is pretty good, but knowing what your screen-on time for that period was would put in better context.
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Pretty minimal. I get a lot of emails so it's on to check/reply to those and refresh a twitter feed. In that particular screenshot I had to reflash CM and the LorDmod kernel (it's the big drop around 60%).
zephxiii said:
Is keeping a spare batt on you feasible with this phone? I mean, is switching the battery a real pain in the butt on it? I'd be afraid of the door wearing out and not wanting to stay in place.
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Depends on where you open it. It's insanely easy to pull off if you put your nail under the volume buttons instead of the edge. Like this video shows.
Or you can hold off a few and grab one of these.
http://androidcommunity.com/powersk...le-for-samsung-smartphones-20110426/#bXpulseX
Emailed them and they confirmed that they should have one for the desire hd/inspire 4g out by next month.
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Couldn't agree with you more. I started with the Inspire for a few days hated the battery and volume so I went with the Atrix. After 26+ days and the lack of development and the fact the phone got crazy hot after playing games for not long I decided to come back to Inspire. Haven't even thought about the Atrix since! The choice of REAL ROMs and the fact it's an overall much nicer feeling phone (not cheap feeling) sold me on the Inspire. Not to mention the fact that the screen on the Atrix, qHD and all, IMO sucks color wise compared to the Inspire. The "THD" games I bought weren't all that impressive IMO and cost more money as well. I am yet to have the Inspire run dead on me while I was out and if I know I'm going to be out for a while it's simple to bring a charger in the car and give it extra juice to last. Screw the Atrix and it's locked bootloader thanks to garbage Motorola!
*off rant* lol
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Lol. I actually *wanted* the atrix, aka Olympus, before it was released.
I guess it depends on what kind of impression your previous phone left you with, as well.
For me, I had a captivate, so just having a phone that I didn't have to worry about finding out it turned off on its own, or that gps actually works, set the bar pretty low in terms of what a better phone is.
That's not to minimize the inspire -- it really is a great phone in its own right, but still... Someone who's expecting an iPhone or feature phone in terms of battery performance is going to be in for a bit of readjustment going to an inspire.
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Pretty minimal. I get a lot of emails so it's on to check/reply to those and refresh a twitter feed. In that particular screenshot I had to reflash CM and the LorDmod kernel (it's the big drop around 60%).
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Somehow I missed your screenshot before.
I'be been used to just looking at the actual numbers, too, so...
For me I can get about 5 hrs total screen time in between about 14-16 hrs between charges, with no CPU tweaks. There's room for improvement on that, as time goes on.
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Yeah I came from an iPhone 4 before Android and I wasn't impressed with its battery. My battery was LOW at end of day but I also used the living hell out of it. I use the Inspire a bit less but I've been pretty busy since I got it. The battery could be better sure but it lasts me a full day so far.
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Is there any smart phone with "heavy" usage that is going to give you more than a day out of it?? I haven't had one yet other than maybe my 2g blackberry.
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but is there a good quality 16000mah battery out by a good dealer?
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but is there a good quality 16000mah battery out by a good dealer?
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No, the only thing currently out is gimmicks. In about a month there will be a phone cover with a built in battery.
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tell me more about this cover, is this a fact or just hear say?
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tell me more about this cover, is this a fact or just hear say?
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Check out this site.
Inspire is not in that page
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this does not seem to be a good brand, based on the user reviews..
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I currently have the Atrix. My 30 day return is up March 28th. With that said, I have a couple of questions:
How is the screen of the Inspire as it's compared to the Atrix and the Evo?
How is the battery? I know it's probably not as good as the Atrix, but will it at least go 10 hours?
How is the sound quality when recording video and playing music etc.?
How many times can you return a device to Bestbuy?
I haven't totally decided what I'm going to do yet. I'm waiting to see if Motorola is going to release the bootloader and I'm also trying to see when Sprint will be releasing the Nexus S 4G and this Evo 3D phone.
I had originially purchased the atrix from best buy.. I promptly returned it for the inspire.
1. The screen on the inpsire is much more vibrant then the qhd on the atrix. The colors pop. The atrix's screen is higher res tho. 960x540 4'' as opposed to the inspires 4.3'' 800x480. Regardless i still prefer the inspire's.
2. The battery on the inspire isnt the best. 1230mah to the atrix's 1900mah. If you arent doing anything too crazy you will get a full days use out of it. But the atrix's is noticibly better. also the inspire's battery door is a pain to remove.
3. I returned my atrix for the inspire at best buy, but i dont know how many times you can keep doing that.
4. Sound quality isnt the greatest coming from the inspire's speaker. But call quality is top notch.
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I currently have the Atrix. My 30 day return is up March 28th. With that said, I have a couple of questions:
How is the screen of the Inspire as it's compared to the Atrix and the Evo?
How is the battery? I know it's probably not as good as the Atrix, but will it at least go 10 hours?
How is the sound quality when recording video and playing music etc.?
How many times can you return a device to Bestbuy?
I haven't totally decided what I'm going to do yet. I'm waiting to see if Motorola is going to release the bootloader and I'm also trying to see when Sprint will be releasing the Nexus S 4G and this Evo 3D phone.
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From my contact at HTC you're looking at end of Q2/beginning Q3 for the Evo 3D
i agree, the battery life stock isnt that great. but once rooted and you get a nice rom on there mixed with juice defender it will last a lot longer.
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i agree, the battery life stock isnt that great. but once rooted and you get a nice rom on there mixed with juice defender it will last a lot longer.
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SetCPU profiles have also helped my battery considerably.
I am running Android revolution and I reset my battery stats and am getting close to 15hrs of heavy to moderate usage out of it.
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there not gonna give you any issues as long as you are in your 30 day return period.
The inspire is a much better phone than the atrix.... look feel and with cm7 the battery life is pretty good for a 4.3 screen.
Currently I own an atrix with ATT, but im planning on moving to tmobile and buying the g2x next wednesday(may 18). My questions are.... will I notice that lack of ram compared to the atrix? How is the screen resolution compared? Tmobile has better coverage where im at, and the hspa+ coveraged is amazing here. ATTs is basically non existant. I just want to make sure that I don't regret it. Which im pretty sure I won't considering the pros. Real hspa+ connection. Bigger, well built phone. IPS display richer colors. Unlocked bootloader. (I like the fact that I can put gingerbread on that phone day one) and it still will have the tegra 2 chip in it, which I fell in love with. The battery may suffer a bit, 1950 mah- 1500mah , because im on my phone all day doing just about everything, so I hope the charge lasts a day. Ok so basically im.just looking for some feedback on your experiences with the g2x and if you think it's a good idea to switch. Much appreciated.
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just looking for some feedback on your experiences with the g2x and if you think it's a good idea to switch. Much appreciated.
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Short answer? Yes.
Long-winded answer? Yessssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss Better in every way Except the smaller battery
I didn't mean to push thanks ha ha I was trying to push quote.
Have you seen the Device DB here at XDA? The link is at the top of every page. There is an excellent compare feature there. You can see the phones specs side by side.
I'm thinking the phones compare well. Same processor.
I had the Atrix and switched over to T-Mobile for the G2X and I am extremely happy I did! I still have my Atrix and I play around with it at home on wifi from time to time and I don't miss it at all. I don't even notice that this phone has less ram and the G2X feels way more polished and smooth. You will be a lot happier once you switch!
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I also came from att to Tmo. I liked having the ability to load custom roms on the g2x and the lower price of an equivalent plan on tmo ($90 vs $145).
I like the Atrix better out of the box, but the g2x can be made better with tweaks and roms.
overall the money saved made it worth it, ymmv
Lol you guys were quick with answers, thanks alot. I will definitely be on you guys team come wednesday. I can't wait.
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I didn't mean to push thanks ha ha I was trying to push quote.
Have you seen the Device DB here at XDA? The link is at the top of every page. There is an excellent compare feature there. You can see the phones specs side by side.
I'm thinking the phones compare well. Same processor.
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Lol it's cool man, makes my stats look better
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Short answer? Yes.
Long-winded answer? Yessssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss Better in every way Except the smaller battery
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Is the smaller battery really that noticable?
one more question, and this is probably the most important. Is the g2x as easy to mod as the atrix?or is it harder?
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one more question, and this is probably the most important. Is the g2x as easy to mod as the atrix?or is it harder?
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Do you mean in terms of having custom ROMs? The G2x is much easier to mod. The Atrix bootloader is locked, signed and encrypted. Third party development on the G2x is light years ahead of development for the Atrix.
FWIW, I had an Atrix for almost a month, and I agree with the sentiments above. The Atrix is a fine piece of hardware, but the G2x is a much better platform. 512Mb of RAM is plenty for this generation of phones. The Atrix has more mostly for webtop. But I typically had around 512Mb of RAM or more free on the Atrix.
It's ddr2 ram
I had the atrix at for about two weeks while having my G2x and it gave me time to compare... I would really say in every day use the G2x seems to be much quicker and smoother compared to the atrix. The G2x has been MUCHHH easier to tweek and mod... I like the look of the atrix better and I miss being able to brag about my fingerprint reader but that was the only perks I found with the Atrix. I strongly dislike MotoBlur and I prefer a highly customizable vanilla android device. Out the box my Atrix was a bit laggy.
You will only know if you like it and if it will be a downgrade once you get it but I do suggest looking at comparison videos
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I had the atrix at for about two weeks while having my G2x and it gave me time to compare... I would really say in every day use the G2x seems to be much quicker and smoother compared to the atrix. The G2x has been MUCHHH easier to tweek and mod... I like the look of the atrix better and I miss being able to brag about my fingerprint reader but that was the only perks I found with the Atrix. I strongly dislike MotoBlur and I prefer a highly customizable vanilla android device. Out the box my Atrix was a bit laggy.
You will only know if you like it and if it will be a downgrade once you get it but I do suggest looking at comparison videos
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Lol I can't stand motoblur, and i only used the fingerprint scaner for about a week, then It it got annoying. But so far in the comments, no one has compared battery life. How does the g2x stack up? I can get a full 24 hours out of my atrix as is, but I'm a little hesitant of the smaller battery on the g2x. I mean im going to get the phone anyway, just want to make sure its not going to die after 5-6 hours of moderate to heavy use.
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Lol I can't stand motoblur, and i only used the fingerprint scaner for about a week, then It it got annoying. But so far in the comments, no one has compared battery life. How does the g2x stack up? I can get a full 24 hours out of my atrix as is, but I'm a little hesitant of the smaller battery on the g2x. I mean im going to get the phone anyway, just want to make sure its not going to die after 5-6 hours of moderate to heavy use.
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Once rooted, YES but prior to root sadly NO... if you intend to root then you're alright... I do miss my Atrix battery
after I rooted my phone I get 24 hrs prior I was only getting about 16hrs (moderate use) phone calls, plenty of texts, a few emails, and some gaming
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Once rooted, YES but prior to root sadly NO... if you intend to root then you're alright... I do miss my Atrix battery
after I rooted my phone I get 24 hrs prior I was only getting about 16hrs (moderate use) phone calls, plenty of texts, a few emails, and some gaming
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What was the reason rooting improved battery life? Removed crapware running in the background, alternative rom, kernel, or something else?
I've rooted my G2x, and froze some of the junk, but haven't messed with the ROM yet. I've been a big CM fan since it came out on the Evo, and I'm currently waiting for A2DP to work before switching.
Really, the main reasons I rooted my Evo were HDMI mirroring, tethering, and AOSP, so the G2x has been amazing to me.
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What was the reason rooting improved battery life? Removed crapware running in the background, alternative rom, kernel, or something else?
I've rooted my G2x, and froze some of the junk, but haven't messed with the ROM yet. I've been a big CM fan since it came out on the Evo, and I'm currently waiting for A2DP to work before switching.
Really, the main reasons I rooted my Evo were HDMI mirroring, tethering, and AOSP, so the G2x has been amazing to me.
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Using SetCPU I underclocked when screen is off and it really helped a WHOLE lot ... then using timerific I set different profile times for my device so that Wifii and volumes aren't left on when I'm sleeping (helping save battery) timerific also dims the phone if needed during certain times as well... rooting also allows kernal tweeks that'll help your device...
Rooting has DEFINITELY helped my device... I know some people who are using juicedefender and other apps but thus far those have provided me enough life for my average use
Also people do not take into account that even though the atrix has a qHD display, it uses a pentile grid meaning the resolution suffers a little. When I looked at the atrix, I could definitely see the screen door effect that I use to gett on my epic 4g. The g2x screen seems sharper and also has better colors due to being ans IPS panel
What I will miss...
- 4G speeds
- Snappier processor
- More vibrant screen
What I won't miss...
- Horrible battery life
- Long GPS lock time
- Random reboots (even with the newest update)
- Very low speaker volume
- Constant issue of 4G dropping in and out
- Shoddy build quality
I already have it up on Craigslist for $350 and someone is meeting me tonight. I might jump to the DInc2 but I am thinking of just waiting to see what happens with the SGS2. For now, the Droid X is still a great device.
not that you should HAVE to but root would solve most of your problems and youd probably be happy. but to each his own.
Yeah, horrible battery life...
http://i.imgur.com/72hJP.jpg
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What I will miss...
- 4G speeds
- Snappier processor
- More vibrant screen
What I won't miss...
- Horrible battery life
- Long GPS lock time
- Random reboots (even with the newest update)
- Very low speaker volume
- Constant issue of 4G dropping in and out
- Shoddy build quality
I already have it up on Craigslist for $350 and someone is meeting me tonight. I might jump to the DInc2 but I am thinking of just waiting to see what happens with the SGS2. For now, the Droid X is still a great device.
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I'd have to say you have a bad unit. Speaker volume, gps and battery life are pretty good on my end... And build quality? I'd say it's great... Droid X is nice, but I wouldn't go back.
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Yeah, horrible battery life...
http://i.imgur.com/72hJP.jpg
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and which extended battery is that?
to the OP, so basically, you are going back to a phone with similar specs and no 4g??? To each their own.
what i never ever had any reboots and this phone is so ****in loud i have to lower the volume
sent from my pony. htc>motorola>****sung
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not that you should HAVE to but root would solve most of your problems and youd probably be happy. but to each his own.
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I rooted it the day I bought it. I've had it since February. I tried Das BAMF and CM7 with multiple radios but nothing solved the issues I've been having with it. I don't think it's a bad device at all. Maybe I got a lemon, I dunno. It just seems that the phone should have been in development a little longer to work out the kinks.
If you guys are happy with it then more power to you. The Droid X does everything I need, albeit a little slower.
Crazy .
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What I will miss...
- 4G speeds
- Snappier processor
- More vibrant screen
What I won't miss...
- Horrible battery life
- Long GPS lock time
- Random reboots (even with the newest update)
- Very low speaker volume
- Constant issue of 4G dropping in and out
- Shoddy build quality
I already have it up on Craigslist for $350 and someone is meeting me tonight. I might jump to the DInc2 but I am thinking of just waiting to see what happens with the SGS2. For now, the Droid X is still a great device.
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You're crazy. ;-)
Yeah battery sucks. Buy a spare or the extended.
4G LTE rocks. Nothing compares... IRS like being on WiFi everywhere you go.
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and which extended battery is that?
to the OP, so basically, you are going back to a more stable phone with similar specs and no 4g??? To each their own.
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I don't mind not having 4G. The only time it comes in handy for me is when browsing the internet or watching YouTube videos. I don't mind waiting a few extra minutes to download an app and whatnot.
i find the bad build quality remark entertaining. The TBolt build quality is quite good actually compared to the Droid X. The actual keys on the droid x seem cheap and it's so plastic feeling. But that's my opinion and to each his own.
Not really sure what you were expecting with this thread? For us to cry/be upset and try to save you? Or for us to realize how correct you are and jump ship as well...REVOLT?!?!
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You're crazy. ;-)
Yeah battery sucks. Buy a spare or the extended.
4G LTE rocks. Nothing compares... IRS like being on WiFi everywhere you go.
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I was waiting for someone to respond with that.
I do have the extended battery. It's nice having the extra juice but the added weight and bulk is ridiculous, IMO.
Mustang302LX said:
i find the bad build quality remark entertaining. The TBolt build quality is quite good actually compared to the Droid X. The actual keys on the droid x seem cheap and it's so plastic feeling. But that's my opinion and to each his own.
Not really sure what you were expecting with this thread? For us to cry/be upset and try to save you? Or for us to realize how correct you are and jump ship as well...REVOLT?!?!
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The TB's build quality is not horrible and is leagues better than the majority of HTC devices but it still doesn't compare to the Droid X. I'll admit that I will miss the capacative buttons. I don't care for the plastic buttons on the Droid X either. Despite what people say, the Droid X's glass is better than the TB's. The touch screen is also much more sensative.
I didn't expect anything from making this thread. I just thought I'd share my opinion on the device and why I'm selling it.
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The TB's build quality is not horrible and is leagues better than the majority of HTC devices but it still doesn't compare to the Droid X. I'll admit that I will miss the capacative buttons. I don't care for the plastic buttons on the Droid X either. Despite what people say, the Droid X's glass is better than the TB's. The touch screen is also much more sensative.
I didn't expect anything from making this thread. I just thought I'd share my opinion on the device and why I'm selling it.
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Technology usually moves forward, the droidx is a step back. Not trying to be negative but you should look at a new model like the inc2.
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lrs421 said:
Technology usually moves forward, the droidx is a step back. Not trying to be negative but you should look at a new model like the inc2.
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Yup, I have my eyes on the DInc2. The dev support is crazy for that thing.
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Yup, I have my eyes on the DInc2. The dev support is crazy for that thing.
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Yeah, Attn1 has one, that phone is in good hands.
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You should look into the Charge... Spending money on anything other than a 4G device is dumb in my opinion.... But thats just me.
I'll never go back to 3G... I'm spoiled.
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Yeah, horrible battery life...
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Yeah I can get that much too if I never touch my phone like you. Look how high your cell standby and phone idle are. Mine are never more than 2% because I actually use my Thunderbolt...and your screen is 40%...almost never on! Try using your phone and then get back to us about battery life.
Mustang302LX said:
i find the bad build quality remark entertaining. The TBolt build quality is quite good actually compared to the Droid X. The actual keys on the droid x seem cheap and it's so plastic feeling. But that's my opinion and to each his own.
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No way does the thunderbolts build quality come close to the X. Even though it weighs twice as much it feels cheap and like plastic (mainly because a large part of its surface area is plastic) the X is very light, yet it feels like a tank. The X never creaked like this phone, the finish was much better and durable. I do have to agree that I prefer the captive buttons over Tue tactile buttons but they didn't feel cheap.
Found this on the mighty internet
http://www.phonehouse.nl/verwachte-telefoons/
Htc Prime & Htc Ignite are listed there and i googled them and it seems they are only wp7 phones..
Just wanted to share the news
Eh, this is old news. Htcs phones are always a big disappointment to me though, the battery life lasts all of 15 minutes and they pretty much just release the same phone over and over. Even with an OS that doesn't have terrible power management the batteries leave A LOT to be desired.
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Eh, this is old news. Htcs phones are always a big disappointment to me though, the battery life lasts all of 15 minutes and they pretty much just release the same phone over and over. Even with an OS that doesn't have terrible power management the batteries leave A LOT to be desired.
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Why do I sense that I don't like you sir
ADR6300
z33dev33l said:
Eh, this is old news. Htcs phones are always a big disappointment to me though, the battery life lasts all of 15 minutes and they pretty much just release the same phone over and over. Even with an OS that doesn't have terrible power management the batteries leave A LOT to be desired.
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I am sure they are just refashioned phones that have already been released outside the USA.
Refashioned with a better OS is about as far as the refashioning goes on there.
z33dev33l said:
Eh, this is old news. Htcs phones are always a big disappointment to me though, the battery life lasts all of 15 minutes and they pretty much just release the same phone over and over. Even with an OS that doesn't have terrible power management the batteries leave A LOT to be desired.
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I've had the inverse results, to me HTC has much better battery life than Samsung does for example. Even watching my 3D movies on my Evo 3D, I get pretty good battery life. However, because these are open source operating systems, and not designed for the phones that they're being used on, all Android phones with the exception of the Nexus Series will have dumpy battery life. iPhones, Nexus, Blackberries, Nokia Symbians, all have great battery life cause they're running what they're designed to run. Hardware/software sympatico.
z33dev33l said:
Eh, this is old news. Htcs phones are always a big disappointment to me though, the battery life lasts all of 15 minutes and they pretty much just release the same phone over and over. Even with an OS that doesn't have terrible power management the batteries leave A LOT to be desired.
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What phones do you like best?
jolined said:
What phones do you like best?
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See the hardware acceleration thread. WP7
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HTC
I don't have HTC!
Seems every top end smartphone sucks power. That should be the priority development issue.
htc have an ugly habit to realease same design phone over and over again.. **** .. evo..evo 3d.. desirehd..desire... sensation .. just every few slight changes.. where is the quitely brilliant in this?
and sense ..omg.. is pretty damn ugly..
but still i have a desire hd myself
but i love the xda support for these phones though
Personally I'm grateful that they keep to the winning formula started with the HD2.
I'd probably be lumbered with a SGS2 if it weren't for the DHD or Sensation.
As for sense, it's the only reason I get on with android, the default gui sucks, sense makes it user friendly for me.
I've just installed a Sense3 ROM on my HD2 and I'm really loving it so can't wait to upgrade to the Sensation.
That's one of the good things about android, customers have options.
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htc have an ugly habit to realease same design phone over and over again.. **** .. evo..evo 3d.. desirehd..desire... sensation .. just every few slight changes.. where is the quitely brilliant in this?
and sense ..omg.. is pretty damn ugly..
but still i have a desire hd myself
but i love the xda support for these phones though
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What company does not do what you stated? Apple does it, Motorola for sure, Samsung..yep.., Nokia..doing it for years..what you label a brand specific should be stated industry wide. Oh yea..blackberry..they also are quilty.
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Eh, this is old news. Htcs phones are always a big disappointment to me though, the battery life lasts all of 15 minutes and they pretty much just release the same phone over and over. Even with an OS that doesn't have terrible power management the batteries leave A LOT to be desired.
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Yea, listen to this guy. He knows his ****...
slapshot30 said:
Yea, listen to this guy. He knows his ****...
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miss your blackjack 2 battery life? I know I do, I used to emulate final fantasy for 2 days without a charge. Then I switched to the HTC dash thanks to a change in carrier... Well... I could play for 4-5 hours brand new I guess...
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miss your blackjack 2 battery life? I know I do, I used to emulate final fantasy for 2 days without a charge. Then I switched to the HTC dash thanks to a change in carrier... Well... I could play for 4-5 hours brand new I guess...
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It all makes sense though. Bigger and better screens. Updates and new OS's to hog up more battery. I just find it annoying how they haven't made leaps and bounds in battery development like they have in other areas. Dual core processors in phones? 4G LTE? Well thats all fantastic, but how about making the batteries better so devices like the HTC Thunderbolt can last more than half a day on the 4G LTE network it was so heavily advertised with. It makes me wonder if they've hit a barrier in battery development. I have a cousin that is a software/hardware engineer and told me all about the issues they are facing with putting more life into smaller batteries.
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It all makes sense though. Bigger and better screens. Updates and new OS's to hog up more battery. I just find it annoying how they haven't made leaps and bounds in battery development like they have in other areas. Dual core processors in phones? 4G LTE? Well thats all fantastic, but how about making the batteries better so devices like the HTC Thunderbolt can last more than half a day on the 4G LTE network it was so heavily advertised with. It makes me wonder if they've hit a barrier in battery development. I have a cousin that is a software/hardware engineer and told me all about the issues they are facing with putting more life into smaller batteries.
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that's why I'm looking forward to that new screen they're working on that also acts as a solar panel to charge your battery during daytime usage.
I'm happy because of its operation system but i love to buy a WP7 device with 4 inch LCD and good LCD quality.
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that's why I'm looking forward to that new screen they're working on that also acts as a solar panel to charge your battery during daytime usage.
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I can't tell if you're trolling or being serious. Sounds cool, but I don't think that many of us use our phones outside. Also, I think that most of us would have the phone inside of our pockets when outside so the screen wouldn't even have direct contact to the rays.
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I've had the inverse results, to me HTC has much better battery life than Samsung does for example. Even watching my 3D movies on my Evo 3D, I get pretty good battery life. However, because these are open source operating systems, and not designed for the phones that they're being used on, all Android phones with the exception of the Nexus Series will have dumpy battery life. iPhones, Nexus, Blackberries, Nokia Symbians, all have great battery life cause they're running what they're designed to run. Hardware/software sympatico.
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Nope I am not aggree with you in term of battery life.i have now galaxy s and I had seen full 720p movie named Megamind with50% brighness and only with 30% remaining battery.and with my surprise I watched full movie with 5% battery left.when I had my desire hd it just shuts off even I had 50% from the begining.so my conclusion is htc had good battery life but not as samsung.shocking but it's true:-(
Just figured I would chime in an leave a few comments about my new Skyrocket.
Background: I am a long time iPhone user and this is my first android device. I came from an Iphone 4. You know what really pissed me off about the iphone4? When the iphone4 came out and you couldnt upload 720p vidoes to youtube (they later fixed this, but it took a while). A-JOKE if I ever saw one.
When the iphone 4s came out it was a huge disappointment in terms of specs. Apple seems to be struggling with rolling out the best and latest and greatest.
Getting used to android didnt take long. I got all tingly inside with all the extra freedom and choices!
Samsung makes a the best screens and it shows. The screen size & 4G LTE speeds are all you need to forgot about your iphone4 or iphone4s. Cause lets face it, the 4s was a money maker. Not a real hardware upgrade, right SIRI?
Pros vs iphone4:
The first thing you will notice the screen. BAM in you face its huge. Its bright, its just eats the iphone screen for lunch.
The 2nd thing you will notice is how fast the phone zips around menus, loads programs etc.
The 3rd thing you will see is the 4g LTE speeds are what phones needed 3 yrs ago!
Good form factor. Very thin, Huge Screen
More Freedom and choices with android customization.
Plays Mkv videos files without hassle
Easier to transfer videos/pics via USB
Home screen Widgets
Its nice to be ahead of the TECH curve instead of 1yr behind
I can take my battery out.
I can put a MicroSD card in. No way? I am still in shock
Cons:
The only bad thing about the skyrocket is battery life. The truth of the matter is you find yourself using the phone more vs the small/slow iphone4. I am seeing a full day with avg/normal use. When I cant put it down the battery drains rather fast. With a charger at work, home, car its not that big of deal for me cause power is always near by as I dont travel for work much at all.
IRIS isn't as accurate and advanced as SIRI (YET). But most people I talk to who have siri only use it to send text msgs or compose emails. Android has the built into the your home screen. Asking SIRI drunk questions for humor lasts what 15mins?
No ICS
I am sure this isnt all the pros/cons.. But its what Ive noticed in a week of ownership. Enjoy my post
Thanks for reading
-mhx
Enjoy your skyrocket mom have a iPhone and she's always asking how I get my phone HIGHLY customizable once MIUI comes out. It will make you love Android!
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Ics is coming..the skyrocket and vivid were both confirmed by att for ics. And so far the only att devices that were confirmed. Also remember this device is still very new. We will be seeing 3500mah extended batterys soon im sure, and theres the power skin. That is like having a second battery
yah I saw the powerskin, I am not a fan of the rubber case.
I like the raw feel and a thin phone that slips in/out pockets without sticking.. Plus i dont like the lip u get on the front screen when u put a case on a phone. Its in the way for me
I emailed Seido already asking for an update. A larger plastic back cover I can deal with for 2x battery life.
Once you start rooting and flashing roms you will be addicted. I used to have a iPhone and I gotta say there's nothing exciting about iOS. Android just makes you feel good inside. And just to keep your spirits up, I used to get 9 hours of battery use in a single charge. That turned to 14. And now its at 18-20 hours a charge depending on usage of course. Btw I am rooted as well.
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Once you start rooting and flashing roms you will be addicted. I used to have a iPhone and I gotta say there's nothing exciting about iOS. Android just makes you feel good inside. And just to keep your spirits up, I used to get 9 hours of battery use in a single charge. That turned to 14. And now its at 18-20 hours a charge depending on usage of course. Btw I am rooted as well.
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Totally agree with this, the battery life is the only con i can see because all other will be fixed soon. I had all the iphone until the except the 4S, i was literally a fanboy of Appple but now, i put my big shiny LTE GS2 in anybody who has an iphone and all they have to say is WOW!. I am not an android fanboy, Apple and their stupid JAIL policies make matters worse for them. Even the jailbreak could come close to what android does stock.
For battery life, i get a decent life because in rooted and allow Juicedefender ultimate to underclock my CPUs...on full charge i get about 24-30 hours of mild use without disabling wifi or sync
EDIT: And for siri, **** SIRI get voice actions plus...its a little buggy but it's much better than siri or iris
What Software do you have? 2.3.5 or 2.3.6?
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EDIT: And for siri, **** SIRI get voice actions plus...its a little buggy but it's much better than siri or iris
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Speaktoit Assistant is by far the best Siri-like app out there. I wont call it a clone because it was out BEFORE Siri was released.
Also Vlingo's In-Car feature that reads your texts to you and allows you to naturally speak out your reply is a feature you simply cannot do on Siri.
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I am running SKYROCKETEER 2.0 Alpha 1, which can be found in the development section.
If its your first time I suggest you search and read a lot or some bad things may happen. But dont let this discourage you. The guys here are helpful
I also came from the Iphone, and I have to concur about the battery. I have installed a different ROM and that did help, but I hate having to constantly monitor whats running, battery life, usage, check this app, that app..etc. to ensure I'm getting the best battery life. Other than that...i love it.
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I also came from the Iphone, and I have to concur about the battery. I have installed a different ROM and that did help, but I hate having to constantly monitor whats running, battery life, usage, check this app, that app..etc. to ensure I'm getting the best battery life. Other than that...i love it.
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Don't need to...it will kill the process. If you really want to, you can install task killers or juice defender for battery. My last iPhone was the 3gs and decided to try other OS before the rumoured iPhone 4 was official. The Nexus One did it for me and have been here since.
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