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First 2 Days with the Sensation

Got my Sensation 2 days ago, and after the amount of *****ing I read on this forum I was a bit worried...
So here is my verdict:
The good:
- Camera issues (crashed on pic): NOPE
- Screen responsiveness issues: NOPE
- WiFi issues: NOPE
- Lag: NOPE, stop *****ing, this is more responsive than a Desire
- Great keyboard, I love the multi-language suggest
The bad:
- Reception is AWFUL. The Desire wins hands down. Nothing to do with death grip either, on the same network with Speed Test the Desire scores are double, seriously!
- The screen is a fingerprint attractor. How you do you guys clean the screen? Anyone using some antistatic coating? Can you recommend one?
I come from a Desire, compared to that this phone feels a lot better. Seriously.
To the people that said it doesn't feel like much of an update compared to the Desire: I really don't get you.
//lys

lysergic said:
- Reception is AWFUL. The Desire wins hands down. Nothing to do with death grip either, on the same network with Speed Test the Desire scores are double, seriously!
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Try the fix in the development section. It seems to have boosted most peoples speed.

karnovaran said:
Try the fix in the development section. It seems to have boosted most peoples speed.
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Do you mean This thread? I did that already.
Otherwise could you point me to the relevant thread?
It just seems that the radio is not up to scratch :S
//G

I've tried a lot of different things to clean the screen on my sensation and I've come to the conclusion that you can use a t shirt, a blanket, a napkin, a towel ect. Seriously this is the easiest screen on a touch screen phone to clean. A free rubs on my sleeve and its spotless. And with the gorilla glass you don't have to worry about scratching it. Enjoy your sensation

missing2 said:
I've tried a lot of different things to clean the screen on my sensation and I've come to the conclusion that you can use a t shirt, a blanket, a napkin, a towel ect. Seriously this is the easiest screen on a touch screen phone to clean. A free rubs on my sleeve and its spotless. And with the gorilla glass you don't have to worry about scratching it. Enjoy your sensation
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Hmm, I've got the Sharp screen and it's definitely more finger print prone than a Desire...
//lys

lysergic said:
Hmm, I've got the Sharp screen and it's definitely more finger print prone than a Desire...
//lys
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Wash your hands once in a while jeez......... j/k
I have the AUO screen (screen manufacturer makes no difference in the gorilla glass btw) and mine is definately succeptable to fingerprints, but they are easier to wipe off than they are to acquire.

Glad to see more threads with people actually singing the phones praises and saying that not everyone suffers from these issues. So many people report problems, but very few report when everything goes fine. So as we all know this means anyone coming into the forum just sees lots of issues, it's easy to forget that it's only a few people sufering from these, and only the ones suffering seem to add to the threads that have been opened anyway.
Thanks for the good news

Coming from the dell streak, I have to say I love this phone, it is way better than the streak. Mind u if the streak had sense 3.0, then I might have a different opinion LOL.
Ok the reception has issues (random ones) but that's not that big a problem,
Love the HTC widgets, its great to see manufacturers like to have a polished interface that is very useable straight out the box. That said would be even better if they could be re-sizeable. (couldnt believe how bad stage was) its great you don't have to down load apps to get the phone the way u want it, just wish I could get a refund now on those paid ones lol
Before mine arrived I had picked up on some of the negative posts and was a bit concerned, but everything works perfect. HTC put this in a 5 incher n I'll buy one 2morrow as I miss the steaks real estate but size isn't everything lol.
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[Q] Any true hardware issues?

Hi, im going to the USA this week and i want to buy an htc sensation, the thing is im looking for any mayor hardware issues on the phone, i dont care for the low volume or the short battery life (its a smartphone....we rly need to get used to the 8 hour baterry life =P ).....im talking about things that are big like:
* Phone gettin rly hot and making it reboot a lot (happened with my htc desire)
* this rumor about the sensation having some emc issues with the camera
I know theres a lot of threads about the phone issues but what i found out were people complaining on batery life or some apps not working or mostly software issues...... like i said im trying to look for real hardware issues like the death handgrip on the iphone4, i dont want to pay for a 600$ phone that 40% of the first batch production have defective hardware.....i cant go back and get it replaced after i buy it, thats what i get for living in a 3° world country so please dont tell me to move to a civilised country because i cant

My sensation gets really really hot on the bottom of the screen where you type when in the portrait position. I exchanged the phone for another and the second one does the same thing, I can honestly feel the tips of my fingers get hot when I type(really hot). Death grip is very real, same with both phones. Battery life is ok at best. If i could do it again I would wait and get something else. Just my 2 cents. Also phone lockscreen is a bit buggy, sense restarts regularly..........

Also the bottom of the screen goes unresponsive quite regularly, same with both phones. Not sure if that is hardware or software, just so you know

hmmm, seems like the heat issues repeats itself on several forums, and the weird lack of ecm protection of the camera also.
seems like ill be gettin a samsung galaxy s2
thx for the info

ragancy said:
hmmm, seems like the heat issues repeats itself on several forums, and the weird lack of ecm protection of the camera also.
seems like ill be gettin a samsung galaxy s2
thx for the info
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I would, I think this will be my last HTC phone, they always make a device with cool features and tremendous potential but never quite cuts the mustard. I have hung in there since the tilt and I think I am done lol

I often lurk the threads of the new devices and I appreciate the brutal honesty you have all displayed.. I tend to be a bit of a lurker. I am a Nexus One owner and I COULD upgrade... but it just doesn't seem to cut it. That being said, I'd never own a Samsung device, HTC has been perfect for me since the G1. Guess I will hold out and cross my fingers that HTC manufactures the next Nexus device.

Turn down the brightness, this will probably solve the issue with the phone getting very hot. 2 days ago, mine got VERY hot where the touch buttons are located. I was quite confused about this because it had not happened before. Then I realized I had set the screen brightness to 100% because I couldn't read the screen in bright daylight a couple hours earlier and forgot to turn it back down. Reset to my usual 15-25% and everything was fine again.

I havent had any overheating or hardware issues. Havent had any problem yet. Great phone!!!!!
Sent from my HTC Sensation 4G

ok, if the heat issue can be solved by turning down the brightess im in......i mean i dont care if the sense 3.0 got bugs, they will fix that with future updates, what im worried about is this rumor about the camera taking bad pictures because it got emc leakage , seems like it does not have any emc protection for the lens....thx for the replys btw

Here are some issues:
Dust (I don't have it)
Death grip (very real)
Creaking (not such a big issue, but something that shouldn't happen on an expensive phone like this)
Lockscreen (software/hardware. I think it's software)
And some other things
Swyped from my HTC Sensation

Nothing to really complain about for me. I haven't had response issues. Although the death grip phenomenon is real, I've managed to avoid it by not covering the plastic on the top half on the device. Hopefully, HTC can come up with a new cover if enough people complain. There was one instance where, during GPS use, the metal back cover was almost too hot to hold. I believe that was due more to direct sunlight on my dashboard than the phone itself. Love the polished feel of the new Sense UI. If I could do it over, I'd prefer a Droid Bionic, but only by a very small amount. And that's only because of the speed of the hardware and Verizon's data speed/reception quality where I am. If you're looking to stay on TMO, I'd definitely recommend it.
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[Q] Size of Infuse 4G

Hey guys, new here and just wondering what you think about the size of the infuse. I'm considering getting one, but I am worried that I won't get used to carrying such a massive phone around. I am also thinking about the captivate because it is smaller, but definitely like the infuse more except wrt every other aspect of the phone. Thanks

corywd said:
Hey guys, new here and just wondering what you think about the size of the infuse. I'm considering getting one, but I am worried that I won't get used to carrying such a massive phone around. I am also thinking about the captivate because it is smaller, but definitely like the infuse more except wrt every other aspect of the phone. Thanks
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To me, I barely even notice the size until I hold a different phone. It just feels perfect in my hands. Its not really that much of a hassle to carry around since its so darn thin. Its not at all bulky. Fits nicely in my jeans pocket.
Sent from my Infused V² powered smartass phone yo

The infuse feels better in your hand than you would think. This is due to its extremely thin profile. I owned a Dell Streak 5 and I hated it yet it is only a 1/2 inch bigger in the screen....reason being the thickness. Go for the infuse, best phone out there!
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It totally depends on you actually. I know a some people have trouble using it with one hand, where I have no problem swyping one handed and reaching all corners of the keyboard. You should go check it out in store, and see if you can operate it one handed. If you usually use two hands and don't swype, definitely get this phone! The screen is gorgeous and watching media such as netflix streaming on it is unbelievable. Basically like having a mini HDTV that I can carry around in my pocket.
Also, I had a captivate and was very happy with the screen size...until I got my infuse that is. Haha. My dad uses my captivate still, and every time I pick it up I can't believe how small it feels and just feel like I could never go back to anything smaller than 4.5". Like others have said, the thin form factor definitely makes this phone svelte and very useable.
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i thought the same thing. Coming from my hd2 it wasn't a really big difference. what you will really notice is the thin profile. i found... kinda hard to grasp on to. but in the end, you will find out it is the a really good device.

Optimus-Prime said:
what you will really notice is the thin profile. i found... kinda hard to grasp on to.
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I agree. It really isn't "THAT" big but the biggest problem for me is the thinness. It's so light and thin that for me it is difficult to hold on to but I have other issues such as arthritis in my hands which makes it worse. Putting it in a Bodyglove rubber case added enough surface to it to resolve that.

The screen size is absolutely perfect for me. I came from a g2x where I thought the screen was way to small. I was at the movies recently showing my girl how good Netflix looked and some random Guy asked me where I got my portable TV from.
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corywd said:
Hey guys, new here and just wondering what you think about the size of the infuse. I'm considering getting one, but I am worried that I won't get used to carrying such a massive phone around. I am also thinking about the captivate because it is smaller, but definitely like the infuse more except wrt every other aspect of the phone. Thanks
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I just made the switch from the i897 Captivate to the i997 Infuse on Monday night and I carry my device directly in my pocket and I have to say I really do not notice any difference between the two devices. Where I start to notice the difference is when it comes out of the pocket and into my hand. Definately a difference when it hits your hand and you start to use it. I had a little bit of a transition from using the Infuse with the cord plugged in (Captivate plugs in on the top, Infuse on the bottom) I thought I hated the cord on the top but not I actualy prefer it over the bottom plug scenario. When it was on top it was easier to hold in hand without the cord in the way. Now that it is there I am having to constantly adjust the way I am holding the device to accomodate this placement of the cord.
Other than that little "Inconvienience" The device is fantastic, brilliant in display...I am constantly getting the WOW factor when people see the screen and how vibrant it is. And battery life is right on par with all other devices (1/2day/12-13hrs of moderate to heavy use all day). So I would say go for it if you were on the fence or hold off a little longer and get the SGSII (pretty much the same phone but with dual core) which will be out in a month or so...or so they say.

It will be difficult to step down to a smaller screen size
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As long as you don't death grip all the time or your hands are on the smaller end of the spectrum, the Infuse should be great.

Even with the screen being larger than other smart phones, the phone itself doesn't feel massive. Between the weight, thinness and just overall dimensions; this is a great phone. Compare to a Captivate or a Vibrant, there is no inconvenience that I've seen. If anything, you get a larger screen with better resolution and more capability. Development is building for the phone as well.
Overall, I don't think you will be disappointed with this phone. I have nothing but good things to say about it.

Way, way too big.
It is literally impossible to hold it with one hand and drag the notifications down.
With the same 480x800 resolution you don't get more screen real estate than a Captivate, just everything is bigger and pixelated.
Sent from my Infuse 4G

Mikey is just angry because people started asking him if he was compensating for something. =P
Just messing with you. I personally haven't seen the pixelation issue, but maybe I'm just overlooking it.
I would definitely have to agree that it isn't a phone that's super easy to manipulate with one hand, but at the same time I haven't really had any issues. I think it just takes some adjustment coming from a smaller phone.
One thing I forgot to mention earlier, is that I'm much happier with the GPS on this phone than the previous generation Galaxy S models(i.e. Vibrant, Captivate and Fascinate). I know that isn't really size related, but it's definitely an improvement.

Ok Thanks everybody. I think I'm gonna go with the Infuse. 1 other quick question. Does it's thinness and size make it more fragile? I would put a case and screen protector on it, but is the screen breaking going to be an issue? Thanks

corywd said:
Ok Thanks everybody. I think I'm gonna go with the Infuse. 1 other quick question. Does it's thinness and size make it more fragile? I would put a case and screen protector on it, but is the screen breaking going to be an issue? Thanks
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Mine fell from the stairs at my house. Hit the last step. Still kicking
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ZeroIsntTheHero said:
Mikey is just angry because people started asking him if he was compensating for something. =P
Just messing with you. I personally haven't seen the pixelation issue, but maybe I'm just overlooking it.
I would definitely have to agree that it isn't a phone that's super easy to manipulate with one hand, but at the same time I haven't really had any issues. I think it just takes some adjustment coming from a smaller phone.
One thing I forgot to mention earlier, is that I'm much happier with the GPS on this phone than the previous generation Galaxy S models(i.e. Vibrant, Captivate and Fascinate). I know that isn't really size related, but it's definitely an improvement.
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The GPS on the Infuse is nice. Not as good as a real GPS or my Xoom was, but nice.
I have yet to try tracking but it locks on faster indoors than the Captivate could floating in space next to the satellites.
Sent from my Infuse 4G

[Q] Death grip, battery life and speaker quality

I am currently using a Desie HD, but I may be trading it for a Nexus S. What I want to know, guys (from you, pro users, not home users that barely wake the phone), is :
-does it have a death grip? By that, I reffer to Wi-Fi and 2G/3G. If you hold it with one hand, holding one finger in a specific place on the back, or with two hands, playing something (online, say, like Pocket Legends)... does the signal go down or anything?
-the battery is of 1500 mAh, while my Desire HD's only 1230. There clearly is a difference. I want to know... does it last as long as you would expect? How long, and in what conditions?
-looking at the sound tests GSMArena performs, both the Desire HD AND the Nexus S seem to be in about the same range, with the Nexus S performing somewhat lower (see THIS page, at the middle). I gotta say, my Desire HD fails to impress me. The speaker quality is bad, the volume is low. I sometimes miss calls. F***!
I want to know everything about the possible downsides of this phone before I go ahead and take it.
I'm not asking you anything about the screen, because I will be getting the I9023 (the S-LCD variant). The I9020 just isn't sold here, so... of course... no one has it...

Formhault said:
I am currently using a Desie HD, but I may be trading it for a Nexus S. What I want to know, guys (from you, pro users, not home users that barely wake the phone), is :
-does it have a death grip?
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I have never noticed signal dropping by gripping the phone. I have also never felt like it was going so slowly that I needed to pay attention to it that closely
-the battery is of 1500 mAh,.. does it last as long as you would expect? How long, and in what conditions?
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I am generally pleased with how long the batter lasts. I don't do a lot of streaming of anything and stay on wifi when I can and I make it 14+ hrs till I get below 5%. I do have the screen on a lot (news junkie) plus some light gaming. Anyway the NS is far superior to my samsung vibrant as far as battery life goes.
As far as sound goes I can generally hear everything just fine but I generally don't talk on it in public or where there is much of any background noise.

My vibrant had grip issue this phone doesn't have that problem. Speaker is good. Not sure about new HTC phone but older ones like my nexus one had ****ty speaker
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no death grip and havent come across it anywhere on the net for nexus s..
but prevalent with samsung phones are the weaker than average wifi signal.. also problem connecting to wep encrypted wife hotspot is a widespread problem.
sound wise its a little lower than average i would say.. used an s2 before this and it was loud enough.. do not know if any kernels can fix these issues.
all in all i'm very happy with my phone given all the problems i listed. lcd version here
oh if u flash the ota ics the stock recovery wouldnt show for lcd.. you'd have to get cwm..
but i dont think its worth a sidewaygrade? why not go for sensation for the audio quality..

cspader said:
no death grip and havent come across it anywhere on the net for nexus s..
but prevalent with samsung phones are the weaker than average wifi signal.. also problem connecting to wep encrypted wife hotspot is a widespread problem.
sound wise its a little lower than average i would say.. used an s2 before this and it was loud enough.. do not know if any kernels can fix these issues.
all in all i'm very happy with my phone given all the problems i listed. lcd version here
oh if u flash the ota ics the stock recovery wouldnt show for lcd.. you'd have to get cwm..
but i dont think its worth a sidewaygrade? why not go for sensation for the audio quality..
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I'm not so sure about this LCD my Desire HD has. I want S-LCD, LCD sucks. And the battery... it's smaller than the one of the Nexus S's.

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I'm not so sure about this LCD my Desire HD has. I want S-LCD, LCD sucks. And the battery... it's smaller than the one of the Nexus S's.
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Doesn't desire HD have a super LCD? And as far as you questions
No death grip for me
Battery for me is ~10-25 hours depending ( most days around 15-20)
Speaker on the back sucks and causes ALOT vibrations that echo into the mic when on speaker phone (use foam tape under battery cover to help) but HP quality is great
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ECOTOX said:
Doesn't desire HD have a super LCD? And as far as you questions
No death grip for me
Battery for me is ~10-25 hours depending ( most days around 15-20)
Speaker on the back sucks and causes ALOT vibrations that echo into the mic when on speaker phone (use foam tape under battery cover to help) but HP quality is great
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The Inspire 4G has a S-LCD. The Desire HD ain't got super. At least according to GSMArena...
My battery is currently about to die, I believe. It seemed to be fine for the first week, but now, once it reaches 40%, it starts to cause problems (such as phone shutoff, freeze, and displays only 11% in less than 20 minutes). I'll be replacing it with a MOMAX X-Level battery in a few days, unless I manage to switch this DHD for a NS instead.
As for the speaker... that sucks. The Desire HD's speaker sucks, too. I just hope Sammy did it better. I'd also like you to explain this whole procedure of using foam tape (duct tape? no?) for the battery cover...

Heat on back

Has anyone else experienced a lot of heat on the back side after gaming. Is it ok to have a case if this gets to hot?
Sent from my One S.

xflatlinex said:
Has anyone else experienced a lot of heat on the back side after gaming. Is it ok to have a case if this gets to hot?
Sent from my One S.
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I play game a lot, sometimes it does get quite hot which is just normal and it cools down quite quickly. I also have case, to me it's not a problem as long as the phone doesn't get tooooo hot.
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In my case, the one s reaches almost 40ºC when i'm playing a HD game or watching HD video like Vimeo. Is this normal?

marcogohi said:
In my case, the one s reaches almost 40ºC when i'm playing a HD game or watching HD video like Vimeo. Is this normal?
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HTCs get hot, this is normal considering the aluminum housing.

With such a thin phone heat is to be expected, especially when the processor and ram is being used heavily. Where else do you think the heat is going to go? My galaxy S2 is the same.
And yes a case should be fine, if your worried just take off the case for a bit.