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Phones with keyboards - Android or WM, any manufacturer

Hey guys
I won't bore you with a long story so here goes the short one: I need a new phone, I currently have an Acer M900, I could buy another M900 but why not try another?
must have KEYBOARD!
Current choices and ruled out:
Omnia 2 - b7whateveritisbuthasakeyboard - No diferent to my Acer and no chefs
Milestone/Android - serious concerns over its keyboard, market access for non-network locked. Ruled out.
TP2 - lesser model than my current Acer and its HTC which i refuse to buy having been burnt several times.
So, are there any other top of the line phones with a keyboard i haven't considered?
Thanks!!!

Have you looked at the Sony Ericsson X2?
But only the TP2 has XDA developer support

Monty Burns said:
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TP2 - lesser model than my current Acer and its HTC which i refuse to buy having been burnt several times.
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Not heard of an X2 so will take a look but I know the X1 was somewhat of a disaster and also made by HTC.

omniapro b7610. its basically an omnia2 with a keyboard. (slightly smaller screen and internal storage...)
LG Expo (IQ). 1Ghz Snapdragon and wm6.5.
and yeah the xperia x2. looks really sweet but using old processor. not made by HTC.

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Ruled that out.
The X2 does look good but you have just said my very first glance - old slow processor.
Any idea when the X10 is out? That looks spanky...

^just read on gsmarena it will be available in the uk next month.

start or end or no idea? I'm only back in the country for the first few days...... argh!

arghhh!!!
Very pricey and April

X2 will be awesome, and it's coming soon in the States (not sure about elsewhere).
The Expo too is a good phone for sure, what with Snapdragon and a nice keyboard.

From the actual ones: Rhodium!
From the upcoming: Tera, specs: http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b65/NyoR/2009-12-0619-24-13_0023A.jpg
From the best in the history: Universal
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From the actual ones: Rhodium!
From the upcoming: Tera, specs: http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b65/NyoR/2009-12-0619-24-13_0023A.jpg
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Orb, i don't know how many times in the past I have told YOU I will never have another HTC manufactured device. I've also mentioned it in the original post. So thanks but, no thanks!

chambo622 said:
X2 will be awesome, and it's coming soon in the States (not sure about elsewhere).
The Expo too is a good phone for sure, what with Snapdragon and a nice keyboard.
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I looked at the X2 and all I can do is hope the processor is wrong on all the data sheets i've seen. How can they design a spanky phone like that and then put a processor in it thats older than my grandmother!
I can't find anything about the LG Expo, can anyone supply me a link? Is it out or due out in the next few days/weeks?

Monty Burns said:
Orb, i don't know how many times in the past I have told YOU I will never have another HTC manufactured device. I've also mentioned it in the original post. So thanks but, no thanks!
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Sorry I forgot that...
but no need to get mad, I also pointed to a non HTC device

looks very stylish but, that snap on keyboard is not going to be handy when I need it as it will back in my draw in the office or something....
and only a 3mp camera in this day and age????

Yes but a VGA front camera!
And for the KB we should test it before having any 2nd thoughts...
Peace,

Still doesn't change the fact that the keyboard is not permanently attached - no matter how it "feels". Its not going to be with me all the time and a lot of that time will be "I wish I had my keyboard with me right now"

Monty Burns said:
Still doesn't change the fact that the keyboard is not permanently attached - no matter how it "feels". Its not going to be with me all the time and a lot of that time will be "I wish I had my keyboard with me right now"
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Also, I am not too fussed with that big blob in the middle of the keyboard.

What is your favorite device?

Hi everyone, I have been wondering what people think is the best phone on the market and why?
This thread is designed for those who want to purchase a new phone, but don't want to buy something that is only hyped and has no substance. By the people, For the People!
Please state the phone and your reason why it is your personal favorite. (Note: It could be any phone, even the iPhone 4.)
Thanks To all those who post!

I thought the Motorola Dynatac 800X was pretty coollio, last week!

My favorite phone by all means is (because I own it) HTC HD2. Mines is a TMOUS, but if you are planning on buying one get the world version its universal. Here is a video (not mine) on why the HD2 is better than iPhone 3GS in versus type explanation http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A9cOMoouatY&feature=related . The HD2 is a versatile device. It has the capability of running Windows Mobile 6.5, Windows Mobile 6.5.x, and new to the device many versions of android. I personally enjoy its big 4.3 inch screen. It has a pretty good 5 megapixel camera with a dual LED flash.
Exception: The phone overheats alot!

That's funny,
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I thought the Motorola Dynatac 800X was pretty coollio, last week!
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That nice real nice.
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There are way to many phones out there to choose from. Money is also a variable. I have a HTC Doual Touch and I am happy with it for now. I am aware that it is not the best but it is good enough.

Slicerwolf said:
That nice real nice.
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Whats funny is this was a monutmental breakthrough in cellular phones. The precvious model looked like a car battery with a phone on top. My neighboor got the first car/cell phone ever made and showed it off to the neighboorhood. It was funny because no one ,,,, got it. No one understood what that big ass cynderblock represented and what it would lead too. So when ever I see the older cell phones I think back to the original and laugh thinking, if you'd been carrying that car battery the past 2 years this thing looks like its from startrek.

I here there will be a new Brick just around the corner

Slicerwolf said:
Exception: The phone overheats alot!
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WTF, mine never overheated, and im using it so hard >.<!
my favorite is the htc hd2 too, but thats because i love winmo, and i love the option to boot android too (wich works just awsome, better then i thought).
but for a totaly new person, i wouldnt recommend to buy a winmo 6.5 phone, cause that OS is sadly dying more and more, and the hd2 will probably the last winmo device.. ;(
i would wait for a new phone to come out..

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=599210

I'd go for the hd2, I don't own it. But I like the device.
sent from my x10i that is banging for a 2.1 upgrade. ...

Now i have a motorola dext. pretty good phone, really.
But i love the NexusOne and the HD2, if i have money i buy one.

I love my HD2. Even before I Android running on it. WinMo is smooth as silk on it. I love options too.

I love my diamond,if i have money i would buy a desire!

Well,mine is the Desire.I own it,I love Android,I love the device itself and would recommend it to everyone!

Thanks for the Replies

Wow, everyone seems to LOVE the HD2 here, and HATE it on howardforums.
I really don't know what to do. :/

i just got my new n shiny galaxy s n i m just lovin it..

To me:
Android: Dell Streak
Winmo: HD2
WinPhone 7: whatever next from HTC

I love my X10a, it's super good looking

I have a vibrant and hd2...I don't like my hd2...I would say any of the new samsung galaxy s phones with the new bright colorfull screens!
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NullDCE, still alive! *NEW VIDEO*

New video from jimchode
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sw5Xj6uJ-MI&feature=channel_video_title
No eta but I guess they will release it this year... (I hope..)
EDIT:
Shenmue Update: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q-dm2lMJnSI

cloud1250000 said:
New video from jimchode
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sw5Xj6uJ-MI&feature=channel_video_title
No eta but I guess they will release it this year... (I hope..)
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This video impresses me more
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LA0st_-RcLU&feature=related

cloud1250000 said:
New video from jimchode
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sw5Xj6uJ-MI&feature=channel_video_title
No eta but I guess they will release it this year... (I hope..)
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Dreamcast in my phone would make me turn on the waterworks and I'm not sure I could stop soon.
I hope this guy brings forth something good. I'll be there to buy even if it costs a tenner.

I have to admit. I would love to play some "better than PSX" quality games on this device. Although I enjoy those PSX classics, they're somewhat dated. Dreamcast was an amazing system and the games hold up even to today's Gameloft titles imo. I would have to get a 32GB sd for sure. Hopefully he can implement the analog for the PLAY.

I wonder if this will play decent on our XP with an OC.
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damn... It's sure will need to overclock our phone.... I hope someone will release an overclock module because I don't want to unlock my bootloader..

Thank god finally an update !!!!!
I can't wait for this ... I hope it runs as well as this on an OC XP (Damn you SE for putting in a single core CPU >_<)

i hope they make an xperia play 2

Hopefully with more work he will get a good framerate out of this. Especially for the single core folks.
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FYI: This is not an update.
This is the same Alpha build used in the June preview.
jimchode's just running it on a Gs2.
As for drkIIRaziel...... I believe he bought the Playboy Mansion or something. Cause we can never get a word out of him.
hmmmm, Playboy Mansion or Writing Code.......? Tough One.

It's about who fawns for you mostly. Between Playboy bunnies and Dreamcast die-hards, it's a choice you have to think about.

MattyGlen said:
FYI: This is not an update.
This is the same Alpha build used in the June preview.
jimchode's just running it on a Gs2.
As for drkIIRaziel...... I believe he bought the Playboy Mansion or something. Cause we can never get a word out of him.
hmmmm, Playboy Mansion or Writing Code.......? Tough One.
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I don't think that 2 core will allow him to run at faster speed... because the emulator is not programmed in that way... I guess... anyway bunnies FTW or cash? I dunno...

Looks geat but I don't see so much life to this project... Truly a pity.
I would KILL to be able to play Sonic Adventure 2 on my Xplay. Yes, i said KILL xD

Miles Wolf said:
Looks geat but I don't see so much life to this project... Truly a pity.
I would KILL to be able to play Sonic Adventure 2 on my Xplay. Yes, i said KILL xD
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I kill Miles if someone make this emulator work at a decent speed on Xplay
It would be nice if we can see chuchurocket working or some simpler games.

LukStarkiller said:
I kill Miles if someone make this emulator work at a decent speed on Xplay
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LOL
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Anyway, new shenmue video :
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q-dm2lMJnSI

is this still alive ??

Aqrab said:
is this still alive ??
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Nope would not of thought so. It's been coming up to 2 years now since the first videos. The most recent vids are from one of the beta testers who has the alpha apk, but he decided to show it off on newer hardware. Doubt we will see nulldce (from drk razel) ever. So here's hoping someone starts the project from scratch as he never gave out source code from what he achieved with this demoed test version.
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Here it is everyone
http://www.mediafire.com/download.php?k6y7065x127a2q7

nvm

Tizen UI leaks ahead of Samsung I9500 debut(SGS III)

Any thoughts on Samsung separating from Google(Andrioid) on the SGSIII? If this is true....WOW!
http://www.slashgear.com/tizen-ui-leaks-ahead-of-samsung-i9500-debut-09207578/
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It looks so much like Android.
I'm confused. This may sound like a separate topic but, since Android is open source, does it mean that I can copy it over and change it around and call it MyMobileOS and sell it for money?
Is what XiaoMi phone is doing legal? They just take Google's code and change it around and massively put it on their own phones and sell for money?

nvm. wrong post

i dont like this, if samsung does this, i will just go for the iphone 5.. enough said.

Yeah, finally they have quality products, if they do this...wow

Certainly will be a huge change of OS . . Its ok. . SGS2X will last awhile .......

HRodMusic said:
i dont like this, if samsung does this, i will just go for the iphone 5.. enough said.
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Go get your iPhone. I rather have a r225
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synergeticink said:
Any thoughts on Samsung separating from Google(Andrioid) on the SGSIII? If this is true....WOW!
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Yeah my thoughts are I wont buy it.

If anything they will release a phone with this and another equally speced phone with android. No way they are completely abandoning android.

i will definitely move on to the iPhone, or even a wp7 phone if this happens

There are other good android phones,htc anyone?
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bartoloandre98 said:
There are other good android phones,htc anyone?
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HTC screens are garbage. I personally think that if Samsung was to go ahead and make this move without continuing to release any Android phones then that would be a negative decision on their part financially.
-We do what we must because we can; for the good of all of us, except the ones who are dead-

cashyftw said:
i will definitely move on to the iPhone, or even a wp7 phone if this happens
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U would leave android because sammy did?

I seriously doubt the SGSII will have anything but android on it but I certainly don't doubt them making a phone with another OS. look at how many android phones sammy makes. you think they will stop all that?

Tizen is also open source - so you should not pay any money to have it. And looking into the source code - all of the drivers are under Apache License with Samsung as owner. We will probably see Samsung running Tizen soon. Not to mention that Intel is supporting the project hoping that they may enforce x86 instead of ARM processors arch (the same way they are forcing Thunderbird instead of USB). Android got one major flaw - that's the java virtual machine or I should say Oracle.

Looks like a Touch Wiz OS. Low end devices most likely, similar to Bada.
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I_am_Error said:
HTC screens are garbage. I personally think that if Samsung was to go ahead and make this move without continuing to release any Android phones then that would be a negative decision on their part financially.
-We do what we must because we can; for the good of all of us, except the ones who are dead-
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Oh c'mon with the exaggeration.. they're a far cry from 'garbage'!
Samsung screens are nice but the colours (from what I have seen personally) are over saturated in comparison to others such as HTC, which have more natural colours, something a lot of people appreciate.
My best friend has a GS2 and while his screen is nice, it's also tinted yellow because the colour temperature is way off, so the colours on my 1 year old Desire HD actually look better. He's not alone either there's a 200+ page thread on it. Then there's the banding issues people are having on the Galaxy Nexus and Galaxy Note displays.
What I'm getting at is all current screens have their downsides but they're all far from being garbage.

i think that's a new incarnation of BADA OS

It's a bada os, but it'll be open-source this time.
I don't know who need this... Bada failed, Tizen will fail too.

This would be a HUGE mistake. Right now, people love Android, and some of us have quite a bit of money invested in apps and other things. I don't see many devs jumping ship either...

[Q] How to completely turn off parallax wallpapers

İ have just bought S6 been huge fun HTC last for years but this year chose S6.
One thing bugs me on S6 that paralax wallpaper how can i turn it off its so much copy from İOS and i do not like. is there a way to do it
Thanks

cihanleanne said:
İ have just bought S6 been huge fun HTC last for years but this year chose S6.
One thing bugs me on S6 that paralax wallpaper how can i turn it off its so much copy from İOS and i do not like. is there a way to do it
Thanks
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I'd like to dissable it too...

guax said:
I'd like to dissable it too...
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No one has repliedi assume maybe there is not way to do

cihanleanne said:
No one has repliedi assume maybe there is not way to do
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I'd didn't found it

cihanleanne said:
İ have just bought S6 been huge fun HTC last for years but this year chose S6.
One thing bugs me on S6 that paralax wallpaper how can i turn it off its so much copy from İOS and i do not like. is there a way to do it
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Is this the thing where the wallpaper moves based on how you're holding the phone?

Just get another launcher like nova or something, the parallax effect only works with the touchwiz launcher

Just sold the phone too much iphone copy

Contacted Samsung Support about this. They will forward the request to the developers. If enough people complain and request an option to disable this effect, then it will probably come with the next OTA.

I returned my phone yesterday because of this and got charged $50 restocked fee I was livid! So I ended up buying the phone again today and installing Nova launcher to remove that parallaxitive effect.

[email protected] returning phones because of this

twoeleven99 said:
[email protected] returning phones because of this
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Ur sopposed to get an android to be different from the iPhone and what do they do? sell me a phone that the home screen acts like an iphone...smhh I don't wanna have that piece of sh%= round hurrr, ya feels me dawgs!! That's loyalty towards android, round my hood that's how a brotha gain spect fo anotha, ain't no one gots time fo betrayal. This life full of rats and snakes...
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Whats the problem with installing another launcher if you want to be more android like?
Like nova or Google now launcher

I don't understand people sometimes, this has to the be one of the dumbest reasons ever to return a phone...

Lancerz said:
I don't understand people sometimes, this has to the be one of the dumbest reasons ever to return a phone...
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That's just loyalty. Some people are just sell outs and jump to the nearest ban wagon, not me and a couple of others...

Slicktune said:
Ur sopposed to get an android to be different from the iPhone and what do they do? sell me a phone that the home screen acts like an iphone...smhh I don't wanna have that piece of sh%= round hurrr, ya feels me dawgs!! That's loyalty towards android, round my hood that's how a brotha gain spect fo anotha, ain't no one gots time fo betrayal. This life full of rats and snakes...
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Typing like you talk in real life is so 1990 =p
But yeah, I see your point!! Look below, you can barely tell the difference! Which one is the iPhone?? No one knows..
And FYI parallax wallpaper was on android before iOS. 3D live wallpaper. They just rebranded it. And live wallpaper in general has been around since the Nexus One.

Some people are just dumb returning a phone because you dont like wallpaper? This is android. You install another launcher... make your phone your own. I bought the phone for its hardware... not its software... if your too lazy to make the phone your own... please go back to apple.. so you can be stuck in only one vision of a phone.

returning a phone because of the wallpaper? WOW, and i mean WOW, that's pure unrefined stupidity. It would be like returning a house because you didn't like the color of the paint in the living room.
Copy of the IOS?? since when did parallax become solely associated with the IOS? Parallax effects have been around since the 1990s on NES games, animated shows, flash animations and games, etc.; Did they not consider that the parallax effect is actually just a LIVE WALLPAPER? Which has been with android since android 2.1 before its implementation on the IOS? If at all, the Iphone is actually copying and slowly becoming an Android device.
As for the overall appearance of a lot of Android smartphones' default launchers, is Android really copying the IOS? or are they just being affected by the ever changing preference of the general consumer? How do you actually define the "Android look"??? Is it the "80s retro-futuristic" look or the cheesy customized-friendster-ish look of a lot of themes of the multitude of launchers in Android? Is it the low-res or the 3Dish looking icons that makes an Android smartphone look "Android"? Sheeesh, talk about old relics that don't like change and advancement in technology, i for one, like the sleek and clean-looking icons and the minimalist design on the menus on default phone launchers, but that's just my personal preference, if you don't like it then change the launcher, root it and install a custom ROM or something, but SELLING??? Remember, you don't have a feature phone on your hands with a fixed set of capabilities and appearance, IT'S A SMARTPHONE for crying out loud.
Oh, and loyalty? loyalty is about sticking by someone or something whatever that may happen. They sold their phones because they didn't like parallax wallpapers, doesn't that make them literally "sell-outs"? Also, isn't hating the iOS a bandwagon thing too? Because I rode that bandwagon for the fun of it, other bandwagons include iOS fanboyism, Android fanboyism, PC fanboyism, Console fanboyism(with sub-categories and in-fighting amongst PS4 and Xbox fanboys), hating on Nickelback is also a bandwagon(yes, i've researched for years the core-reason why a lot of internet people hate Nickelback....and i've come to the conclusion that it's really a bandwagon), and a lot more bandwagons, there's a bandwagon for almost every imaginable thing, except for Justin Bieber hate, that's a real thing.

Slicktune said:
I returned my phone yesterday because of this and got charged $50 restocked fee I was livid! So I ended up buying the phone again today and installing Nova launcher to remove that parallaxitive effect.
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No words to describe you sir .they should have charged you 200 .

cihanleanne said:
Just sold the phone too much iphone copy
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Sorry to respond to such an old post but this is the single most stupid thing I think I have ever read. Congrats, you should win an award or something. Like a gilded turd that has been sculpted to resemble an iPhone.