If you guys had 700.00 to spend on a tablet, which would you buy.
PS I rather have a sim HSPA+ compatible.
For what purpose?
Normal usage with a little advanced user (root etc etc)?
or completely crack the core out of it like DJ's dev style?
I am having one for flashing images, (dell-cheaper and powerful underdog which got DJ's blessing), one of in home entertainment - xoom wifi for now(later if transformer is really that good and not looking that ugly, may consider switch to it next week).
"edit": you meant 700.00 USD right? not Pound or Euro? LOL
jiwengang said:
For what purpose?
Normal usage with a little advanced user (root etc etc)?
or completely crack the core out of it like DJ's dev style?
I am having one for flashing images, (dell-cheaper and powerful underdog which got DJ's blessing), one of in home entertainment - xoom wifi for now(later if transformer is really that good and not looking that ugly, may consider switch to it next week).
"edit": you meant 700.00 USD right? not Pound or Euro? LOL
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USD, for surfing/checking emails, playing games. Once it has HC, I probably wont be romming it much. I wat 4g, not wifi only, I dont like the idea that I have to tether, even tho I have a MT4G that I can tether off of.
My options: G-Slate - 429.00 Transformer - 399 no 4g, Samsung 10.1 (Tmobile should be selling this soon), Iconia no 4g 399.00
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I say just wait for the new galaxy tab to come out. Thinner and lighter than the ipad2 Looks sexier than any other tab (IMO)
I was DEAD Set on the transformer.. I had the xoom and sold that so I could get the transformer.. The one thing I dont like about the transformer is the bezel. Even though it's the same size as the xoom 10.1 with the bezel it makes the transformer almost an inch wider. I jumped on getting the xoom and regretted it.. I wanted to jump on the transformer but now I think I'll hold out until june 8th to get the samsung. Because something tells me if I buy the transformer I will want to sell it for the new galaxy tab when it comes out.. so I might as well wait
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I say just wait for the new galaxy tab to come out. Thinner and lighter than the ipad2 Looks sexier than any other tab (IMO)
I was DEAD Set on the transformer.. I had the xoom and sold that so I could get the transformer.. The one thing I dont like about the transformer is the bezel. Even though it's the same size as the xoom 10.1 with the bezel it makes the transformer almost an inch wider. I jumped on getting the xoom and regretted it.. I wanted to jump on the transformer but now I think I'll hold out until june 8th to get the samsung. Because something tells me if I buy the transformer I will want to sell it for the new galaxy tab when it comes out.. so I might as well wait
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Well my bday is june 11. Maybe ill holds off. Hopefully tmobile will sell it. Will it 3/4g or wifi at first.
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In the current on-going tablet war, it is pretty much that if you decide to hold with aforementioned reason, you will hold it forever, with my full due respect.
If you are gadgets fan, just enjoy it and trade it later if budget don't permit buying all. Account it in your budget book as "rental" expense.
I am so sure that by the time of a couple of days ahead of samsung's release, there will be a couple of new tablets promised to hit the market days after that. maybe thinner, maybe new cpu, maybe just so sexy that you may want to wait more ^_^
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In the current on-going tablet war, it is pretty much that if you decide to hold with aforementioned reason, you will hold it forever, with my full due respect.
If you are gadgets fan, just enjoy it and trade it later if budget don't permit buying all. Account it in your budget book as "rental" expense.
I am so sure that by the time of a couple of days ahead of samsung's release, there will be a couple of new tablets promised to hit the market days after that. maybe thinner, maybe new cpu, maybe just so sexy that you may want to wait more ^_^
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hahaha no I'm gonna get the samsung for sure I want another tablet NOW but the only only reason why I'm not getting the transformer is the bezel. Have you seen it side by side with a xoom? The xoom was wide enough when in landscape mode and it was perfect for typing.. I think the transformer is going to be harder to type on because of the extra bezel.... That's really the only turn off for me..
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hahaha no I'm gonna get the samsung for sure I want another tablet NOW but the only only reason why I'm not getting the transformer is the bezel. Have you seen it side by side with a xoom? The xoom was wide enough when in landscape mode and it was perfect for typing.. I think the transformer is going to be harder to type on because of the extra bezel.... That's really the only turn off for me..
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That benzel is just UGLY...
I am not sure what those guys think when they design.. it is not that hard to figure out ...
but everything else looks great, right? I am thinking getting that... tell me something that you found missing! I have ran out of questions to myself.
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That benzel is just UGLY...
I am not sure what those guys think when they design.. it is not that hard to figure out ...
but everything else looks great, right? I am thinking getting that... tell me something that you found missing! I have ran out of questions to myself.
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I am going to get the Asus T, like you said RENTAL, there is always ebay if I dont like it. Then when the Samsung 10.1 comes out I will sell my Asus, and that is only if the Sam 10.1 has 4g capability.
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So I didnt take my own advice and I ordered the transformer. hahah I got my tracking # already. Although I'm debating selling it on ebay. I heard people are bidding $620 for one..
IMO OUTTA HERE!!!! bought the Iconia, Gave Streak 7 to my son.... I might be back on when HC comes out for this.
It was great, See me on the ACER ICONIA Forum when XDA gets there HOOTA....
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IMO OUTTA HERE!!!! bought the Iconia, Gave Streak 7 to my son.... I might be back on when HC comes out for this.
It was great, See me on the ACER ICONIA Forum when XDA gets there HOOTA....
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It's not a good sign my friend that XDA doesnt even have an iconia section. They had one for the transformer before it was released..
Dev is going to blow up on the transformer! The transformer irc channel is hoppin
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Anybody going to trade up to the Dell Streak?
I love everything about it (especially now that it's rooted!).
The only drawbacks are the 1.6 version of the OS and that there may be a certain tool-factor when holding that big thing on your face to take a call.
I'm in the US and waiting for the unlocked version to come to this side of the pond the the next month or so.
If it get's FroYo I would be mighty tempted, and T-Mobile 3G bands is a must which I don't think it supports
Ya it's only going to support AT&T. I have T-Mobile, but still thinking of getting an AT&T sim and throwing it in there. Though their new data plans are kind of weird now.. :/
I thought I read that Dell is releasing one with AWS bands as well for T-mobile. That being said, I don't think it can properly be called a "trade up" vis a vis the Nexus One.
I wont. The streak is to big for me. I like something around 3.5-4.0 for the screen size.
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Anybody going to trade up to the Dell Streak?
I love everything about it (especially now that it's rooted!).
The only drawbacks are the 1.6 version of the OS and that there may be a certain tool-factor when holding that big thing on your face to take a call.
I'm in the US and waiting for the unlocked version to come to this side of the pond the the next month or so.
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How is going to a big tank with Android 1.5 a trade up? No thanks, it's just too big for me, even if it had 2.2. The N1 may not be the absolute bleeding edge hardware design anymore, but it's more than adequate for my purposes, and it's large enough for my purposes.
also guys lets not forget ATT's recent data pricing fiasco.
I dont plan on letting go of my n1 until either some dual core or 1.5ghz processors come out, and i would probably only do it if they had a HW keyboard, otherwise the n1 can/will keep up with all the new phones coming out.
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I'll stay with my N1 as a phone , but would like to have the Streak as a multimedia toy !
N1 does it for me for atlest another year. I don't need anything else... better battery is all I need now..
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I'll stay with my N1 as a phone , but would like to have the Streak as a multimedia toy !
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I agree,
I am so tempted to get a streak.
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I agree,
I am so tempted to get a streak.
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I'd thought about it, but would much prefer a larger tablet device. I'm still waiting for a Snapdragon or Tegra2 powered tablet with a 9-11" screen.
I'll be grabbing one, but won't be leaving my N1 very far away. I suspect I will switch between the two depending on the day. Want something that replaces my smartphone but still pocket portable, and not an addon like a large tablet/iPad, that is very data centric and the Streak seems to fit that perfectly with a 5inch screen. Apparently according to the latest engadget review the Streak gets better battery life than the N1, kind of amazing with the screen difference, maybe cause its 1.6 right now, who knows.
They already have root from Paul at modaco so I would expect that 1.6 will be upgraded real soon, think Dell was already making waves about a 2.x from them within the next month or two as well!
Hopefully its not going to be too much trouble to get one shipped to Canada.
Yeah, same here.
Am staying with my N1 for at LEAST a year.
I managed to hang onto the dying G1 for almost 15 months.
Between learning to root, and flashing all those ROMs, it was always "like a new phone" for me.
And now with the N1, being that it is ALSO a Google released phone, it's like falling in love all over again.
No Streak for me & it's to big. My Nexus One rocks and still feels new
Ill wait for something better and faster more likely a Tegra 2 tablet or smartphone
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Ill wait for something better and faster more likely a Tegra 2 tablet or smartphone
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you my friend are looking at the N700 tablet just like I am aren't you?
The streak is way to massive for my pocket, as cool and impressive as this phone is, it is way to large
*thats what she said?
I'd like to say that I'm not going to get rid of my nexus anytime soon. But, being realistic, I know that's probably not the case. I go through phones pretty quickly. Example: I got a iPhone in 02/09, a G1 in 07/09, a CLIQ in 10/09, and a Nexus in 02/10. I won't get the streak at US launch, but I may get it a little later depending on how it develops. What I'd really like to see though is the streak rom ported to the nexus one.
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Yeah, same here.
Am staying with my N1 for at LEAST a year.
I managed to hang onto the dying G1 for almost 15 months.
Between learning to root, and flashing all those ROMs, it was always "like a new phone" for me.
And now with the N1, being that it is ALSO a Google released phone, it's like falling in love all over again.
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Very true my friend. I had a Magic before i got my Nexus and was always switching between hero roms and CM roms and it always felt new. Same w my Nexus. I'm just looking for the next thing to have and if enough ppl get behind the Streak then I think it'll be a great (not so little toy)
I am going to Barnes & Noble today to get the Nook Color. I want to buy it so I can root it and use it as a tablet/ereader. Are the newest version of the NC's rootable or do I need to buy an older version off eBay or something. Thanks in advance!
No, you're fine. The current firmware, 1.01, is rootable. It'll probably come with 1.0 anyway.
If you want a great value on a quality android tablet, I don't think you'll be disappointed!
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No, you're fine. The current firmware, 1.01, is rootable. It'll probably come with 1.0 anyway.
If you want a great value on a quality android tablet, I don't think you'll be disappointed!
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Alright thanks man, I am actually buying this over the Galaxy Tab, lol. Hope it is as amazing as it sounds.
Buy two nooks, set them next to each other, and cross your eyes a lot. Now you hve a 3d tablet for $100 less than a galaxy tablet...
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Alright thanks man, I am actually buying this over the Galaxy Tab, lol. Hope it is as amazing as it sounds.
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If you can live without GPS, cameras, 3G, etc., I see no reason to pay over twice as much for a Galaxy Tab. Mine has everything I would have wanted from a Galaxy Tab-- and this is without a custom ROM.
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Buy two nooks, set them next to each other, and cross your eyes a lot. Now you hve a 3d tablet for $100 less than a galaxy tablet...
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lol 10 char
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If you can live without GPS, cameras, 3G, etc., I see no reason to pay over twice as much for a Galaxy Tab. Mine has everything I would have wanted from a Galaxy Tab-- and this is without a custom ROM.
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Yes, I bring my evo everywhere, so I can just easily tether to it, I don't need GPS or cameras because obviously the evo has them.
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Yes, I bring my evo everywhere, so I can just easily tether to it, I don't need GPS or cameras because obviously the evo has them.
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Yep - that's exactly what I do. Wireless Tether app (version pre-12 I think I'm using) works great.
While there's no GPS for navigation, it gets other location services from the network, so Google Maps and whatnot get my location to within 100 yards or so.
I’m using my DroidX to tether.
I don’t need camera and crap on the tablet.
I have NFS Shift running on mine flawlessly along with just about all the apps I’ve installed.
I think the new thread should be “what does not work”. Everything I’m using sems to work.
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I’m using my DroidX to tether.
I don’t need camera and crap on the tablet.
I have NFS Shift running on mine flawlessly along with just about all the apps I’ve installed.
I think the new thread should be “what does not work”. Everything I’m using sems to work.
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Cool, thanks for the feedback
You may want to buy somewhere that has a better return policy, but thats really up to you.
When I was at B&N today just to look, two people walked in within 5 minutes with defective units...One had no WIFI, the other had screen issues.
They sent the guy with no Wifi home, telling him he must have typed in his password wrong...They would not exchange for him.. They never even looked at it.
They sent the lady home because she did not have her charger.
I JUST bought mine at Best Buy...First one had a dead dark pixel right smack in the middle of the screen, also had some dust and the flicker everyone mentions..
I exchanged it, however they really gave it the 3rd degree and looked like they did not want to exchange it..They pulled all the packaging apart, turned it on, went through all the menues, etc....
Second one is in good shape, but does have a stuck pixel that only is seen on a full black screen..I can live with that I guess.
Examine yours closely, because I have a feeling there is quality issues.
I would assume they are getting a large amount of returns now and are probably going through them thoroughly..
Alright thanks, I might consider buying from Best Buy then instead.
Just got mine Christmas Eve. I had looked long and hard at a Galaxy Tab. But at the price, I just couldn't pass up the Nook. With rooting, it is everything that I wanted in a pad. As mentioned before, coupled with my rooted HD2, it is an awesome duo.
And as a stand-alone, the Nook does everything I could want. It came with 1.0, but updating was simple. Auto-nootering was just as simple. AWESOMENESS!
Another possibility for the return scrutiny is that that B&N/Best Buy are now well aware of what many are doing with these, and are happy to sell more units--as long as it isn't causing them to lose money.
. . . And one way they could lose money is if people screw things up rooting and want a replacement or refund. Dead pixels have nothing to do with rooting, but the retail world could easily over-generalize as "don't take NookColor returns lightly."
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Another possibility for the return scrutiny is that that B&N/Best Buy are now well aware of what many are doing with these, and are happy to sell more units--as long as it isn't causing them to lose money.
. . . And one way they could lose money is if people screw things up rooting and want a replacement or refund. Dead pixels have nothing to do with rooting, but the retail world could easily over-generalize as "don't take NookColor returns lightly."
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Whats funny is they were taking all kinds of stuff back like Xbox,PS3, even Ipads and never batted an eye, but the Nook got the magnifying glass lol...
So many holiday returns.
I heard that Virgin Mobile is going to come out with the Optimus V which is going to be priced at $150? Truth?
If so, I may consider it for sure! I really like the series and very good for Android.
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I heard that Virgin Mobile is going to come out with the Optimus V which is going to be priced at $150? Truth?
If so, I may consider it for sure! I really like the series and very good for Android.
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I got it on Friday from Target $149.00, activated it and it is great. Great phone a huge upgrade from my Samsung Intercept.
I agree.. Just picked one up yesterday and it blows the intercept out of the water!! What a joke that phone was.. And $100 more? You gotta be joking me Get the LG!
Yeah I just got one from Target. If you don't see one give the DPCI for it because it doesn't show up on the system otherwise.
Very nice and inexpensive. I was thinking about the Intercept before I heard of this because it was $170 at Best Buy. Based on what I read this is the better buy, even for someone like me who NEEDS a physical keyboard. Gotta break out of the comfort zone if you want the bread, eh
I just got mine today. Have the $25 dollar package and love it. Left Cricket's unreliable network where I was using a flashed HTC Eris. Couldn't get 3G no matter what tutorials I followed on this and other forums. I'm really glad I made that change.
I made the switch from an AT&T Captivate. Fed up with paying 130.00+ monthly for bad coverage and a phone that will never see froyo. Porting took less than 2 hours and I have working NAV! I was a little apprehensive about switching to pre-pay, but so far the coverage has been 110% better, and the VM reps are great! I didn't sit on hold even once in the 4 calls I made to them after buying the phone. If you are on the fence about buying this phone, please allow me to nudge you in the right direction!
Just got one at Best Buy last weekend for $129. Great phone. Love the dedicated camera button. Coming from an Evo this things screen is small but the phone is still quick and is the perfect for factor for pocket-ability.
First device launch i have seen that had ZERO posts on XDA.
I guess Dell really messed it up...as it does not look like anyone is interested.
I got mine today and I'm having a blast on it. Looking forward to see what comes about here.
Just ordered one. Will have it in a week hopefully. Lets hope The dev. On this will be good.
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I am very interested in it...Trying to see some reviews/opinions on it first before purchasing. What do you guys think so far of it?
I just went and played with one in the store today. I'm purchasing a tablet as soon as my refund comes, and don't want to shell out big bones for a 10 inch. I've decided Galaxy Tab or Dell Streak. I was impressed with the Streak, and with Samsungs update history, I will be getting the Streak. Next week! YES!
I got one after I read all the reviews. I don't think the Streak 7 got a fair shake. I am happy with it. It is fast. It has HSPA+ and wifi tether. I'm not to concerned with battery life. I wish my T-Mo store got more cases for it. All they got in were purple gel skins.
Im stuck I just got the nexus s and I have the streak 5 but streak 7 is fail you can't make normal calls like dell pushed
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video review
check this review out:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D-B6wAs-aPo
I went ahead and got it because I got the subsidized price. It's very fast and works great....viewing angles can be tough at times but aside from that, I am happy with it
I got one but I'm probably returning it tomorrow for a Galaxy Tab. Half the batttery life, worse screen resolution and no phone will make me switch to the Galaxy Tab eventhough it's both older and more expensive.
Anyone care to share if you think there will be ROMs that allows one to use the phone?
Picked my 7 up today. 249.00 - 50.00 credit for telling them I got an email with code STREAK4G and -50.00 rebate = 149.00 = Me Happy.
The resolution is fine for me. I found the Galaxy Tabs web text a little too small for me.
So for all who are interested. Have had mine for 2 days now and I absolutely love it. The battery life doesn't bother me much. Getting about 3 hours of nonstop browsing and game playing. The viewing angle could be better but the way I see it means people sitting near you can't see clearly what your doing. Lol
I am a Tmobile customer and just let me say the 4G on this thing is crazy fast compared to my G2 phone. I love the 4G speed on my phone but the Streak 7 just seems to get a better signal. Could possibly be because the antenna may be larger.
If there are any other questions feel free to ask. I will be more than happy to test something for you.
I am going to hold out on rooting it until I start getting bored with what it can do now.
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I picked one up...
I picked up the Streak7 on Tuesday. A previous poster commented on the battery life and I have to concur -- But I think I found the culprit -- It's the Cellular Radio. When it's on, it will drop 18-20% in an hour. I really thought the dual-core CPU would be the issue but it really isn't.
I will say this -- It's fast as hell! I couldn't be happier with the speed for launching apps, scrolling, yada yada. You'd sort of expect that with a dual-core CPU, though, right?
I think that same poster made a comment about the display. I have to admit, I'm pretty disappointed. Samsung, I think, I did a better job here. Unfortunately, my Galaxy Tab is on Sprint, doesn't appear to work with Rom Manager and I haven't been able to install a different mod on it yet. *sigh* Oh, how I wish Cyanogen was available for BOTH the GTab and Streak7. Sooo much better than that stock crap they put on there.
I just picked mine up today . One thing I can say its way faster than my vibrant and G2. I just hope I would be abel to put honeycomb on it
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Mine will be here tuesday. Cant wait.
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Got conformation mine shipped today. Will be here the 8th of feb My daughter is freaking out, she can't wait to read comics on it.
Did you order on the 2nd?
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I got mine yesterday is cool and fast i love it...............
I'm going to stop by the T-Mobile store today and see how it looks/feels in person before deciding if I want one. Also, I'm going to hold off on any decisions until some honeycomb ports start showing up. Still, it looks very promising from everything I've seen. If I get it though, it will be off contract and I plan on using it on wifi only since I don't live in an HSPA+ area.
Hellzya, Yeah I ordered as soon as I got the email form dell stating they were available. Had been waiting on it I'm pretty excited.
Trying to get used android phones for my parents.
Going to change their verizon service to page plus 1200 plan.
They will save almost 100 bucks per month changing to page plus with more minutes.
Need help picking out good used android phones for parents.
My top choice is Droid X right now
big screen, lightweight, on craigslist for 100-130.
Right now they are using old LG touchphone(resistive screen)
that automatically calls and txt in their pocket.
Are you sure android is the best way to go? I know that even my parents get confused over something more complicated than a flip phone....
If you do want android, The droid x is my personal phone, but its pretty bulky and takes getting used to. If you are going used, I would get the Samsung Fascinate. They are easier on the eyes, and the TouchWiz UI will be easier to use for them than MotoBlur. They are seeling in my area for around $100 on craigslist.
You may want to look into a cheaper LG with a keyboard too.
I agree with you my parents get confused using a flip phone. But yea the samsung fascinate is an easy to use phone
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If you can find one cheap WP7 may be the way to go
Forgot about facinate.
Cost around 130-150 on craigslist.
Thank you.
My mom went from a flip phone, to the evo3d. So far she likes it. But I think she likes my evo shift better lol
She really enjoys having such quick access for her emails. And occasionally reads her fbook from the friendstream widget.
Not bad for a 62 yr old!
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Droid Incredible is a great, straightforward device. Had mine since launch, no problems really. It shouldn't be too expensive now.
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Anything samsung would be great, my mom came from some crappy lg phone to a galaxy s and loves it!
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If you can find one cheap WP7 may be the way to go
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Fully agree. The simpler, the better. And WP7 would give them a super simple and very elegant and nice phone. It's what I would get for mine, hands down, no question. You can get a Samsung Focus for as little as $150 on eBay or around $200 elsewhere online.