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Hi, i'm looking to buy the i-mate JAM from Amazon, i would like to know all the problems that people have faced with their devices and those which cannot be fixed. for example, i know there's an audio problem which can be fixed in which case i would return the device for a replacement, however, there's apparently a problem with slow SD interface which seems to be in all versions of the Magician, how serious is this problem. and finally would you recommend and even encourage me to buy the device......I would hate to be dissapointed with the device especially when i am cutting down on alot of things to save for this device.....thank you very much for your response
slow SD is not a problem xda2 is slower then the xda1 and the imate is slower then the xda2 lol
Does that affect the mp3 and video play on the device?
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Hi, i'm looking to buy the i-mate JAM from Amazon, i would like to know all the problems that people have faced with their devices and those which cannot be fixed. for example, i know there's an audio problem which can be fixed in which case i would return the device for a replacement, however, there's apparently a problem with slow SD interface which seems to be in all versions of the Magician, how serious is this problem. and finally would you recommend and even encourage me to buy the device......I would hate to be dissapointed with the device especially when i am cutting down on alot of things to save for this device.....thank you very much for your response
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The speed of SD is acceptable :lol: :lol: :lol:
I have a problem with the microphone gain when in a phone call. The gain is far to low. According to Qtek in Sweden a new rom will be available soon, which will fix the gain problem.
// Anders
Yup... I agree... My current problem is the volume when the Mini acts as a phone and then I get screwed over by another volume setting as an MP3 player.
Yes, I recommend this deivce to you. Size is good and the screen is acceptable.
How does it compare to the Blue Angel in your opinion?
Pros and Cons
PRO: everything you see in the techical list
CONS:
- wrong white balance in the camera (a patch should solve it)
- you can't listen mp3 while using vibro
- in conclusion nothing special
provided you don't get a lemon, you should be fine... my experience is please check the battery life! :shock:
I had my XDA II stolen at gatwick airport last week (sniff sniff) and am now looking to replace it.
From the complete range of HTC PDA's the XDA IIi seems to be tickling my fancy the most but I haven't really come across a single comprehensive review.
So are people who have purchased it happy?
Whilst I am aware that there are problems with the camera I can live with it as long as it is not worse than the XDA II .
So what say you O Ye owners of the IIi?
Cheers!
I got mine last week and I'm honestly torn...
The camera is CR*P, completely so! But as I never used the one on the XDA2 for more than the odd picture message and photo record I'm not particularly bothered - though it's a cheek for O2 to pronounce it as a major step forward when in many ways it's a regressive one.
My major headache is the IR and Bluetooth...IR seems even worse now than on the XDA2 - unless I'm missing something - and the BT stack currently on my phone means I cannot use the O2 BT clip headset (made by iTech) due to this (in my opinion) stupid handsfree obsession. Surely it would be a good idea to have a headset AND a handsfree option that WORKS. I understand on some headsets it works a treat, but given I've got one being sold by O2 on their website I would normally assume it would work.
That said, the 2i is a great phone in itself and if I weren't already spoilt having had the XDA and XDA2 before it, I would be in absolute amazment.
They've finally managed to get the o2activeui thing in a state which isn't too bad and I may even consider keeping it - though it's harder to remove than in the past.
If you have to upgrade which it sounds as though you do given your circumstances, I'd choose the 2i over the 2s...at least the 2i is a better phone spec wise though without the keyboard (gimmick if you ask me).
Hope this helps (helped me to have the rant, anyway).
Cheers
Anthony
Thanks for the feedback Anthony. One thing that's slightly irritating me is a few places i've visited on the net state how previews often have some of the specs wrong on the O2 site it states that the IIi has 128MB SDRam and 128MB Flash......is this accurate?
Have you tried out the Wifi and if so what d'you reckon?
Does the faster processor make a noticeable difference? e.g on my XDA II I was running loads of today plug ins as well as several applications by default I'd do a soft re-set at least once a day
As for the IIs even though when I compare the II and the IIs side by side it doen't appear that much bigger it still has a bulky-ish look about it and I just don't find it appealing enough to contemplate a purchase.
Your feedback on the above would be appreciated
Cheers
This is on the box...
96MB ROM
128MB SDRAM
I have tried out the Wi-Fi and it seems OK to me, certainly it's a welcome feature. However I don't have a Wi-Fi card that I can compare experiences on...all I know is I didn't have one before and now I have a wi-fi connection. That can't be bad.
I don't have enough stuff loaded onto the phone to make a judgment on the processor. With the 2 I had lots of things running such as WeatherPanel and KitaraGenesis - also at one point Pocket Plus. From what I've seen so far the 2i does feel a bit faster...there's also a Turbo feature which does seem to further increase performance.
The 2i is exactly the same size I think, perhaps a smidge heavier. Having said that, if you compare most mobiles these days, the XDA series is no longer heavier than the majority. Besides, if you've got a PDA phone you're not expecting it to be light as a feather.
As I said previously, now you've got no option I would definitely go to the 2i...
Cheers
A
As to theWiFii hadaXDA2 witha SandiskWiFi Card, then changed to the XDA2s, then after 4 replacements i now have a XDA2i, ifind the XDA2i range and speed of reconnecting to WiFi very very good, the XDA2s worked as well asthe XDA2 + SD WiFi Card.
I like the 2ivery much, only problem is i gave away all my XDA2 bits when i got the 2s, so now i have lots of bits for a phone i dont have and a 2i with no spair bits, got i wish i haddent got rid of my old XDA2 bits
i still soft rest a few times aday, but i am used to donigthis now and dont have a problem doing it, The Bluetooth for headsets (jabbra 250) works as well on the 2i as it did on the old XDA2, where as the 2s was total crap
John
4 replacements???!!! care to elaborate?
Applecom, how do you find the camera?
Has the bluetooth improved at all? With my XDA II I also has a Jabra BT250 whilst I found it excellent at close range as soon as the device was in (or out) the metal proporta case and in my pocket I got alot of static...also can you now hear the different ringtones in your bluetooth headset or is it still the same generic one?
Finally, if I get the phone from O2 with their minimum line rental fee it works out to about 407 quid in total....anyone know of any cheaper places?
Thanks for the feedback once again guys.
After hearing about the new XDA2s i purchased a sim free PDA2k, but the microphone on it was crap and the bluetooth (headset) range was like 6 inches after that it sounded terrible.
So as soon as we could get a UK XDA2s we did ( we are a small phone shop) i got it sim free, This was just as crap as the PDA2k, Sothen i did a upgrade to a XDA2s with o2 Select, and of corse this was crap as well
(by crap i mean the mic was terrible people had problems hearing me, and the bluetooth headset only worked if you held the phone next to it, as a PDA it was sort of alright)
so after speaking to o2 about its problems and the fact the keybopard soon comes loose, it was changed probley every 2-3 weeks, never any better for phopne calls but of corse a new one the keyboard is still tight (for a while)
anyway after the 6th phone (4th o2 replacement) i changed it to a XDA2i
The camera in the XDA2i just gives a bigger crap picture, but at leat i can make phone calls on this one and people can hear me, and i dont have to drive down the road with my bluetooth ear piece in and have to hold the phone to the ear piece to use it
John
dear oh dear.....thats the strongest case i've EVER heard for NOT buying a phone... :shock:
Not to get on your nelly but can you now hear the different ringtones in your bluetooth headset or is it still the same generic one?
Cheers
Leroy
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my jabra 250 just makes the ring sound, just like on the old XDA2, no personalised ring tones, despite using IA Caller 1.2
Thank you all for the info
Does the movie function work better?
I know the camera makes a bigger "crap" photo but how is the video? On my XDAII, with all the today plug in's, the thing records crap even at the best settings. With a fresh ROM and nothing installed, I can get a decent video if I set the refresh rate and set it to daylight, (even for night shots), but after I install some programs, no settings can keep it from being choppy and slow or keep the sound in sync with the video.
Believe it or not, the video function, as bad as it is, actually saved my ass from going to jail.. If the XDA2i has better video performance, and it sounds like the BT is better, I want one... Is there any place besides eBay and O2?
Could someone tell us what version of the BT stack it is?
Any body try it with two serial ports yet? (One for a GPS and one for a Printer or POS device (like from Merchantanywhere.com).
Thank you for your time.
the bt stack on my xda2i is 1.0.0.3900
Mine is also 1.0.3900 and I can't use o2's bt clip headset with it....refuses to play ball yet others work fine.
Grrrrr
Need an update to sort this out.
By clip do you mean the earpiece, with a foot of wire then a clip on bluetooth reciever? If you do O2 sent one of them out to me but as i use a jabra 250 i never tried the clip thing.
Would you like me to try it with my XDA2i (also version 3900)
John
Have you made a decision on a purchase yet?
I have both an XDAII and an XDAIIi and would be willing to give some comparitive information regarding them. Or try to answer any specific questions you have about them.
On another note, what alternatives do we have here with regard to a Windows Mobile device?
Please help, i am runng out of my 14 day return period with o2 (Monday) i am experiencing static with my new jabra bt250 headset. Is this a rom problem as with the orange m2000 or do you think it could be the headset. i was led to believe that all of the static problems with new htc devices were fixed. i need to know as if i have a faulty exec i need to get it replaced quick. many thanks david
I have the same problem with a Bluespoon AX.
If the two are on different sides of my body, static is unbearable.
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I have the same problem with a Bluespoon AX.
If the two are on different sides of my body, static is unbearable.
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:shock: I have bought an AX, I've never made a call on my MDA Pro to date, and my mobile number is being transferred onto t-mob (and my MDA Pro) this Monday.
Can you explain a bit more so I can not look a complete tit at work please?
I've also tried with the Bluespoon AX and couldn't use it. I sold it to a friend who has a Motorola V3 because it worked fine with his phone.
I bought an (expensive) Plantronics Discovery 640 replacement and it's a little better, but still not great. Also concerned that the problem lies with the XDA Exec and wondering whether to take it back before my 14 days are over...
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I know this sound very stupid but please try it!
Turn your universal onto it's other end! I have found that when it is in my pocket I place it with the stylus to the top..I get static using my Blue G2. When I turn the universal on it's other end, I don't get static.. Weird huh?
Also, I find that putting it in my back trouser pocket gives me more statid than in my chest pocket...
Has anybody else founf this??
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It seems to be an issue with the exec, reading around lots have encountered this problem. I'm sure they'll sort it out in the first official rom upgrade
I'm sure you're right. I just hope it's not a problem with the hardware. Anyway, I've tried my 3rd headset now - it's the Bluetrek G2 (only supports bluetooth 1.1) and it's the best by some margin. Nice, because it's a lot cheaper than the other two.
Could it be a problem with bluetooth 1.2?
it might be the positioning of the BT receiver in the exec, dont forget BT is 10M in open air not encased in an exec between a metal battery and a metal backed display screen (see image of taken apart exec in other thread )and through your body too
I was using PDA2K before using the Jasjar, and I can say that the BT performance is far better than the PDA2K but this does not mean that it's perfectd.... it really needs to be improved.
I have also to say that not all types of BT headsets work fine with Universal, I knew from some of my friends using the same device that Motorola family is not working fine with universal.
I used to have a sony ericson BT headset when I was using the PDA2K and used it with my Jasjar for two days also, but I suffered from the short battery life of the sony erricson BT headset so I changed it with Jabra BT 800 and it works far better than sony erricson and I can say it's very reliable with the device.
What I want to say here is that the reception quality via BT headsets varry according to the type of the BT headset.
Moreover, the performance of the BT in universal needs to be improved and they have to consider this issue in their new ROM upgrade.
Regards,
Hello everyone.
I'm seriously considering purchasing a Qtek 9100. I wanted to ask a few questions before I go ahead and I'm hoping someone could help me. I wanted to buy a qtek primarily because of the color (slight darker silver). Is the qtek any different from the O2, K-jam.. and all other versions? I know O2 comes with a preinstalled software interface but are there any other differences? Particularly in processor performance or perhaps resolved bugs?
Question number two is adding a TomTom 5.21 Bluetooth GPS. I do not have much experience with GPS systems and quite frankly I just intend to get the Bluetooth receiver (from TomTom) and perhaps download a copy of the software online (Cracked-torrent [of course for educational purpose ] ). Is this going to work or is it absolutely necessary to purchase the software otherwise the GPS unit will throw me off a cliff. Or is there a better GPS system worth acquiring? (for UK).
Thanks a bunch and I wait eagerly for any help.
Hi,
As far as I know all hardware of the different brands at the same; they all come from the HTC factories. Only software varies. If you are going to use it with an GRPS connection I would advise a branded version (you'll get great value and save some serious bucks) if not the QTEK is the only one that comes without SIM lock. You can swap the ROM as you like, after unlocking they all work with the QTEK, K-JAM or any other rom version as long as it's for a HTC Wizard phone.
As for the TomTom, it'll work, but you still need to purchase TomTom if you want to use it. How else will they improve the software if noone buys and they their cash runs dry? (Board policy )
Only the K-JAM Rom allows you to connect to a WIFI network that uses the G standard, but it'll still be only at 11 mb/s. So that shouldn't be an issue. Localized (non english) versions do have some issues but none of great importance.
Go ahaed, buy one. I don't know anyone that regrets it.
Cheers
Cactus
In my eyes, the most important thing you have to bear in mind is that the Qtek version of the Wizard has one major flaw: the paint of the 'messaging', 'internet explorer' , etc. buttons comes off. I have not only read about this on multiple forums, but a friend of mine has experienced this first hand.
as far as I know, Qtek is the only manufacturer who has tried to save some expenses on 'quality paint'
hehe,
Many wish T-Mobile used QTEK's paint It would have saved a lot of people scrubbing hard with a sugarcube to get the ugly pink ie-like symbol off
By now I know what button is for whitch function, I wouldn't mind....
Thank le cactus
Thank you, le cactus. That's a very enlightening response. I would most definitely buy one soon. I've read quite a bit about the the Wizard and I know it came out under different manufacturer brands. I chose the qtek only because I personally liked the darker design. Its really a personal preference. I also wanted to make sure they didn't differ too much in stability.
I will support TomTom as it is the only right thing to do. Again, I just needed to confirm that it worked following a 'different' approach. Thanks a bunch, mate.
I can't wait to purchase my Wizard as my old nokia 5100 is ready to retire. I can't wait for my new toy.
I'm not too bothered with wifi g as well. I don't expect considerable difference with the Wizard's condervative processor speed. Furthermore, I don't intend to use the device for intensive surfing. I might restrict use to checking emails and occasional surfing when I'm too lazy to get up and use my computer.
Now that the JasJam has made an appearance I would like to start a thread to compare these two models - especially as I have not yet plunged into a purchase.
1. The screen shots of the two variants appear to show a slight difference in the spacing of the buttons. I have been told by a reseller that JasJam's buttons have raised symbols and have a better feel where as TyTN's are flat. Can anyone comment on that?
2. There appears to be some confusion about Bluetooth. The club i-mate web site states that JasJam is Bluetooth v1.2 without EDR, however, the specs on a number of the reseller's sites states v2.0. HTC states ton its site that the TyTN is v2.0 without EDR. Can anyone clear that up?
3. The club i-mate site states the JasJam has IrDA whereas HTC makes no mention of this for TyTN. However, a reseller who sells both has told me that both variants have IrDA. Can anyone confirm that?
4. Finally, there is much discussion about screen alignment issues with the TyTN, however, I have seen nothing yet to suggest that the JasJam is suffering from the same fate. I did see one other post on another forum wondering about the same question. Can anyone pass a comment about that most importand topic?
Presently, in the USA at least the resell price is about $150 more for the JasJam. The answers to the 4 questions above will go along way to determining whether ther premium price is worth paying or not.
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Now that the JasJam has made an appearance I would like to start a thread to compare these two models - especially as I have not yet plunged into a purchase.
1. The screen shots of the two variants appear to show a slight difference in the spacing of the buttons. I have been told by a reseller that JasJam's buttons have raised symbols and have a better feel where as TyTN's are flat. Can anyone comment on that?
2. There appears to be some confusion about Bluetooth. The club i-mate web site states that JasJam is Bluetooth v1.2 without EDR, however, the specs on a number of the reseller's sites states v2.0. HTC states ton its site that the TyTN is v2.0 without EDR. Can anyone clear that up?
3. The club i-mate site states the JasJam has IrDA whereas HTC makes no mention of this for TyTN. However, a reseller who sells both has told me that both variants have IrDA. Can anyone confirm that?
4. Finally, there is much discussion about screen alignment issues with the TyTN, however, I have seen nothing yet to suggest that the JasJam is suffering from the same fate. I did see one other post on another forum wondering about the same question. Can anyone pass a comment about that most importand topic?
Presently, in the USA at least the resell price is about $150 more for the JasJam. The answers to the 4 questions above will go along way to determining whether ther premium price is worth paying or not.
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1. The JasJam is a HERM100 device. The TyTN is a HERM200. They are identical functionally. The difference is the button configuration.
2. Both phones have Bluetooth 2.0 without EDR (makes you wonder how they can that BT2.0, but that's another conversation).
3. Both have IrDA (which most people never use)
4. (Never had a screen alignment problem with two TyTN's and never used a JasJam).
I can tell you that I had originally intended to buy the i-Mate version (there seem to be more frequent ROM updates, support website, etc.), but I definitely don't feel it's worth a premium price.
Furthermore, i-Mate seems to flood its ExtROM with a bunch of crap, which you'll need to remove anyway...
Just my opinion...
JASJAM
I have a JASJAM and I agree on a couple of points that have been raised, unecessary software loads, the stability is improved over the initial release of the K-Jam, the buttons and keyboard are excellent.
Additional points on the positive are the black finish is very strong and after one fall from the car to the road I have no scratches and screen intact. The jog wheel is reason alone to upgrade as responding to email is fast and easy because it can navigate pretty well all menus with it and not having to use the stylus..
This the first 3G phone I have been able to use as Edge on the K-Jam is unsupported here in Australia; so the higher download speed and using this as a USB modem are excellent.
An annoying point is that the push email doesn't work on WLan it only works on GPRS and I am desperately looking for the registry hack to fix this to save $ on downloads.
The WMP Today utility is really useful being able to control Media Player from the Today Screen is really handy for padcast playback. However it would be even more useful if the jog wheel worked on this utility as well as the buttons are too small for finger use.
Having A2DP work out of the box is great and I have no skipping as others have reported.
Overall downloading and playing back podcasts on this phone is a very enjoyablevexperience. As an initial experience with this device (and I have used PDAs since the Palm Vx) it is a very functional and reliable item.
I have the JasJam and I bought because it looked better the TyTN to me. Technically I should I have purchased the TyTN (because it was cheaper)but I did not like keyboard when I tried it. I have not had the alignment issue but I can't say it does not exist because not too many people with the JasJam yet.