Read this on Google+:
http://www.phonearena.com/news/Len...alks-have-been-going-on-since-August_id48116
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I'd have to say if that goes through it would benefit us users on the tech end but will it hurt us with unlocking the bootloaders in the future is my concern, China is not very open with sharing :'(
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olorolo said:
I'd have to say if that goes through it would benefit us users on the tech end but will it hurt us with unlocking the bootloaders in the future is my concern, China is not very open with sharing :'(
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My thoughts exactly
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After hearing the first lost on HTC, it does make me wander what's going forward. It is surprising to see this unfortunate turn around when mobile phone market grows quickly, there's something wrong with HTC's approach somewhere but I kinda don't get it why. I only get the fact that if HTC go under, or hurt too much, my phone will get less support. But if Lenovo takes it, I think it's a good thing because lenovo seems to have some magic on keep things running well, like IBM, although I don't appreciate their computers too much(don't have one ever) but looks to me a lot others do, and they rose sturdily to the biggest PC maker anyways.
Chinese companies acquisitions recently gave me an impression that those companies are not very intrusive on doing things their way, but tried a route of observe at a distance and help when needed. Like IBM, like volve. They seems like not only want to acquire the company but also learn their management, operation, tech, brand name and so on, so that the addition is a different level of products not total blend in.
HTC "Quietly Disappearing"
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I was really looking forward to those features they showed for the gmaps update (3D buildings, no more tiles) and I was absolutely disappointed when I checked out the update on my phone. Is there a way to get those features?
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Hero isn't listed under the supported devices... http://google-latlong.blogspot.com/2010/12/next-generation-of-mobile-maps.html.
There are bound to be some limitations with our hardware... it won't be able to do everything that newer hardware can do. Got to live with it...
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Hero isn't listed under the supported devices... http://google-latlong.blogspot.com/2010/12/next-generation-of-mobile-maps.html.
There are bound to be some limitations with our hardware... it won't be able to do everything that newer hardware can do. Got to live with it...
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Man that sucks. At least I'll be getting the Epic this Christmas. It's a shame that the only people that ever gave this phone any love are devs on sites like this, and the companies that you bought it from basically **** in your hands for cash, and is forcing you to keep it for a year.
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Man that sucks. At least I'll be getting the Epic this Christmas. It's a shame that the only people that ever gave this phone any love are devs on sites like this, and the companies that you bought it from basically **** in your hands for cash, and is forcing you to keep it for a year.
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That's Sprint giving up hope on one of its original android devices, thanks Sprint we love you too. But to some degree its understandable because the hardware on here isn't amazing, but hey im human and im gonna keep complaining until I get a good phone in quarter two in 2011
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That's Sprint giving up hope on one of its original android devices, thanks Sprint we love you too. But to some degree its understandable because the hardware on here isn't amazing, but hey im human and im gonna keep complaining until I get a good phone in quarter two in 2011
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Ha, yeah, Sprint can't exactly force the Hero to be able to run this stuff. Afterall, it's almost just a G1 with more RAM..
3D buildings does work, but it's only available in select cities so far. The only things that don't work are tilting and rotating.
Also, there is still some tiling, but much less than before thanks to vector graphics
How does one access the 3D buildings? I can't see it...
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How does one access the 3D buildings? I can't see it...
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The hero can't see the 3D feature due to hardware restrictions. But I did use the 3D feature on my broad Epic and its pretty cool. It only works in downtown where there are large buildings. It didnt show the depth of my house.
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so just the other day i've had my first experience with windows phone 7 while changing apn settings for a customer and i have to say, it's a respectable mobile platform. If i was forced to choose a non android phone, my next phone would be windows phone. So im just wondering others opinions
It's not bad, very usable. Too bad it doesn't support dual core yet.
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It would be good in my opinion of it had a more modifying and customization expect. But it seems to be too empty and not very entertaining to me.
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I think windows phone 7' will be a big hit for Microsoft and lifesaver for Nokia..... Let's see.
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Imo it didn't need it. It ran so Smooth that I didn't notice it was single core
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Same here. If they would implement a theme system it would be allot Better
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For now it's a life saver for Nokia. But if any other vendors like Samsung or htc Nokia will be in deep s**t again
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Good god I'm waiting for the fanboys to pile in here......
But, yes, it's a great OS. I have one, got my mom one who didn't want an iphone. It's great. But yes, the lack of customization is a downside, especially if coming from android. I think some themes in the way of background pictures or a lwp would be great, awesome for the people who have alot of tiles and therefore spend some time scrolling through the home screen. It's very intuitive with very little options, which like iOS, is why it's intuitive. Big reason I don't recommend android to people not able to pick up tech and "know" how to use it. It was a much needed change to save microsoft's mobile market. Too bad, I don't see it selling much. Walk into the store and the idiotic sales people will point you straight to an iPhone or Android device and sway you away from looking at the WP7. Then there is the "flashy" aspect. Walk in the store and ignore everyone and your eyes will be drawn to the cool factor of iOS and Android. Just my 2 cents and take it for what it's worth.
smooth and stable. I think, it lacks a few apps but there are alternatives.
Christmas is coming, and i want buy a new phone , but i dont know if would be better one with windows or another android ( i have a inspire 4g)
Dafaq, christmas is in like 4 months LOL
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I loled...
Anyway, I can't deny that I'm interested in windows phones as well but after using android(coming from symbian) I can't accept something that offers me less than android does... so at the end is up to you.
You should wait to see how the new wp performs when they are released.
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My only dabble with Windows Phone showed me that it was a very nice and slick UI that I really enjoyed using, but I had to have it plugged into my PC and run iTunes Zune to do anything with it.
It was locked and wouldn't accept 3rd party installations (but I expect that's not a problem to anyone that's heard of the search function), and was just unfriendly.
There's plenty of Android and Windows Phone fanboys about. You'll get arguments for both. The best bet is to have a play with lots of different phones and take into account the hardware as well as the OS. Just spend a day in a shop and bug the hell out of the assistants. That's what they're there for.
Hey guys. I got an S4 from my job. And today I saw the ONE in a shop and I got to use it a bit. I liked a lot. But if I'm going to change it I'll be losing some money. And I'm a bit worried of HTC future also.
I've got bees in my stomach.
Any honest thoughts from you who has tried both of the phones.
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Htc have never made a loss. Also the Devs love the device, so you'll get good support no matter what.
Love my One but up to you!
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Htc have never made a loss. Also the Devs love the device, so you'll get good support no matter what.
Love my One but up to you!
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You saying the HTC first wasn't a loss?
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I have both and use my HTC a lot more it's just seemless in everything and I find it more adult like ! To me the gs4 is cool and has nice features but I always stay on my one
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I meant that they cost same . And since I have used my s4 when I sell it it will not cover totally htc one.
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Htc have never made a loss. Also the Devs love the device, so you'll get good support no matter what.
Love my One but up to you!
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Lolz HTC is the only company who has been struggling amongst all telecommunication handset manufacturing companies. I don't know what u talking about.
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I prefer the one. I work at a store and I sell both but for me the One is better.
I prefer the ui and find it smoother. Especially with Trickdroid. That Rom is beast. Actually development in general is awesome so I am not leaving anytime soon.
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its not worth losing money over changing imho. the only s4 flaw that worries is me is potential burn in if you are heavy user in bright environments. Check the s3 screens on demo at your local store. nasty burn in on them...
The one all the way man. The s4 may have a bunch of cool features but how many of them do you use? And just look at it... It's freaking beautiful compared to the plastic crap...
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Its tricky but if possible spend a little time with One. Not just couple of minutes but little more than that.
There are niggles with even One. Those who own the device will most of the times give you biased opinions. As owner of both, I would not feel it will be sound advice to tell someone to ditch S4 in favour of One and on top of that lose money in the process.
Rather than make another long post about it, I will link to my previous post in locked thread. That thread had to be cleaned because fanboys on both sides just made it ugly in there. And in the end mod had to delete all but OP and my post
Anyway here is the link to it : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=41699179&postcount=2
Think twice before making a move. One is beautiful device, but S4 is equally good(not in terms of looks) and probably more functional with more traditional way of doing things which are universal to most android handsets. One takes completely different path.
Development for both phones wont be an issue. S4 and One both have great development work going on for it.
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Lolz HTC is the only company who has been struggling amongst all telecommunication handset manufacturing companies. I don't know what u talking about.
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You saying the HTC first wasn't a loss?
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Htc's benefits have shrunk but they have always made benefits.
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Its tricky but if possible spend a little time with One. Not just couple of minutes but little more than that.
There are niggles with even One. Those who own the device will most of the times give you biased opinions. As owner of both, I would not feel it will be sound advice to tell someone to ditch S4 in favour of One and on top of that lose money in the process.
Rather than make another long post about it, I will link to my previous post in locked thread. That thread had to be cleaned because fanboys on both sides just made it ugly in there. And in the end mod had to delete all but OP and my post
Anyway here is the link to it : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=41699179&postcount=2
Think twice before making a move. One is beautiful device, but S4 is equally good(not in terms of looks) and probably more functional with more traditional way of doing things which are universal to most android handsets. One takes completely different path.
Development for both phones wont be an issue. S4 and One both have great development work going on for it.
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Not true apart from quick toggles its missing nothing from traditional Android...there is virtually no roms on s4 all the top developers have the one that should tell u something...the interface on Samsung touch wiz is horrible ..sorry imo the interface just ruins that phone for me
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Not true apart from quick toggles its missing nothing from traditional Android...there is virtually no roms on s4 all the top developers have the one that should tell u something...the interface on Samsung touch wiz is horrible ..sorry imo the interface just ruins that phone for me
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This is what I am talking about. Blind one sided view of things. Nothing on One works like stock android by default unless you change the Sense 5 launcher with something else. Not even simple wallpaper changing or creating shortcuts and dragging tray icon apps etc. Even these basic things are done differently. HTC specifically have gone their own way about almost everything with One. Some people love it, some hate it. I dont like it.
And development will not be an issue. S4 has been out for less than a month. One had shortages but it was in hands of lot of developers early.
S4 already had Omega and Wanam ROMs, two top recognised developers for Samsung phones. More will jump in eventually. It is just matter of time.
TWUI is more functional than Sense 5. It may not look as elegant as our sense to look at, but it works just fine. It might have colour scheme that represents brazilian rainforest, but it is functional and most actions work like stock android. So even if someone is coming from likes of Nexus 4 or older Samsung phones or even any old ICS or JB and even gingerbread, they will feel right at home.
S4 may not be as good looking, as well built phone as One, but it is no slouch. Definitely not something that is worth less than One or something you need to throw out to get One and lose money in process.
It has its share of problems just like we have our own share of problems with One. And that is something lot of people here wont accept (that One really does have issues ).
I still use One as my primary phone, that does not mean I am ready to tell someone to ditch his perfectly fine S4 to get One.
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Not true apart from quick toggles its missing nothing from traditional Android...there is virtually no roms on s4 all the top developers have the one that should tell u something...the interface on Samsung touch wiz is horrible ..sorry imo the interface just ruins that phone for me
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Is this another fan boy post?
I like One, but I would not pay $100 to switch. Both are the best phone available. I believe S4 is more functional in certain area too. But I really can't take the Brazilian rainforest colour scheme which has no style at all, it's just trying to target all kind of audience including 15 years kid. I like the Sense style, it's elegant and classy, undeniable best speakers, best low night camera, etc...
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Is this another fan boy post?
I like One, but I would not pay $100 to switch. Both are the best phone available. I believe S4 is more functional in certain area too. But I really can't take the Brazilian rainforest colour scheme which has no style at all, it's just trying to target all kind of audience including 15 years kid. I like the Sense style, it's elegant and classy, undeniable best speakers, best low night camera, etc...
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No just stating the facts...the eye and gestures gimmicks are not native to android...I have a galaxy tab 2 ,Ipad 2 ,MacBook pro etc I like good products imo the s4 is horrible..hate the ui its so bad some of the features dont work well such as using ur eyes to scroll down and the lack of text flow ...camera is awesome colours pop on that screen but they are not real colours also screen does not get as bright...this is my opinion which does not make me a fan boy I was gunna get a S4 when I was reading the reviews for it they kept talkin about the one the rest is history
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No just stating the facts...the eye and gestures gimmicks are not native to android...I have a galaxy tab 2 ,Ipad 2 ,MacBook pro etc I like good products imo the s4 is horrible..hate the ui its so bad some of the features dont work well such as using ur eyes to scroll down and the lack of text flow ...camera is awesome colours pop on that screen but they are not real colours also screen does not get as bright...this is my opinion which does not make me a fan boy I was gunna get a S4 when I was reading the reviews for it they kept talkin about the one the rest is history
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Disable the gimmick apps, those are for marketing. Use the phone instead.
Thanks a lot guys for your honest thoughts. From what I read. I'm guessing its smart to stick with my S4 for a little while still. It's plasticiy and it has a bit of lag time after time. Hope it will get better. And than maby I'll wait until next spring. I only used Htc for a long time maby it's ok with a bit of change for some months.
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The One is only okay.
I've extensively used both the One Dev. Ed. and the GS4 and you're not missing out on anything. I am currently using the One and trying out various launchers. IMHO the GS4 had a better phone, calendar, email app, and I really miss 4.2.2. Don't be fooled by the unlocked bootloader: I've literally installed every custom ROM on the One. The difference between the screens is negligible, yet the autobrightness of the One is more functional and CM 10.1 has excellent autobrightness (unfortunately, the screen would go black every time I made a phone call. I like Blinkfeed, but am disappointed by Sense. The GS4 and the One are my first Android phones and I would readily choose the GS4. I have every intention to sell my One and buy the 32gb GS4.
Disable the s4 gimmick features and the phone will speed up
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So I just lost my phone. While I shop and research for a replacement I was thinking of using my old Nexus One. Software is version 2.3.6.
Is this is really stupid idea from a security point of view, or is the software so old that the bad guys have long ago moved on?
I wouldn't be too concerned, I still slap a sim in older phones then this from time to time for fun - the vast majority of security issues will need you to let someone in, ie install a bad app or download something malicious
In truth it is not a simple thing to find a way into an one individuals phone without their consent
Are there possibilities? Sure, but so unlikely
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Thanks demkantor. I figured it is easier to just play with an old phone for a week or so vs. doing all the work of loading up a temporary phone.
Cheers...
I also do not think about "bad idea". It's always the user in front and not the tool or software that make something "insecure".
It's fun because I bought a Nexus One again, yesterday, to give it a try again after the years. It was and is a wonderful piece of hardware.
Greetings,
Christian