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Two words: It's Hero.
http://www.engadget.com/2009/05/24/htc-lancaster-is-a-qwerty-slider-with-android-for-atandt/
Its ugly.
Keyboard is nice, but what a waste of space on the "chin"
Not that the G1 is the most aesthetically pleasing phone out there.
Interesting indeed.
Nice... but you know ATT will cripple the crap out it.
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Nice... but you know ATT will cripple the crap out it.
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Not surprising.
Unfortunately, there's a note here that "Initial Lab Entry dates were based on Google Mobile Services (GMS) UI, AT&T standard UI has been requested, which puts schedule in question." In other words, AT&T wants its fingerprints all over the interface, which risks pushing out the launch -- and that's a double whammy of suck
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"unique social networking interface" has my attention.
And now for more than two words:
The ring around the trackball makes me think they'll do the Circular Zoom thing from the Touch Diamond, which would be nice.
EDIT: Wait, that looks too big to be a trackball. Oh god.
i was kinda mad that its going to att but now that i saw the reso;ution 240x320 im happy.
att wants their fingerprints all over it lol
I wonder who'll get this in Europe though, where ATT don't exist
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I wonder who'll get this in Europe though, where ATT don't exist
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i wouldnt even bother to think,, the resolution is horrible
I want that phone with JFs 1.51. Now that would be sex.
Wait, 240x320? that's terrible!
What resolution does the Dream have?
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What resolution does the Dream have?
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480x320, as does the Magic
bolmedias said:
480x320, as does the Magic
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oh wow, their resolution does suck.
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Wait, 240x320? that's terrible!
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not only that but a 2.8" screen. I don't know what HTC was thinking, but they missed the mark for most android lovers.
What i'd love is if this had a similar (or better resolution) to the g1, larger touch screen (3.5" ?) touch pro 2 keyboard, at least 8gb internal flash, and HERO! lol ok that will be a while
I didn't even think Android supported that small of a screen. That shows me.
Actually, considering the screen on this is only 2.8" instead of 3.2, it's not bad, but I thought that the Hero would at least be equal hardware with the Dream and Magic
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Actually, considering the screen on this is only 2.8" instead of 3.2, it's not bad, but I thought that the Hero would at least be equal hardware with the Dream and Magic
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HTC likes to take random steps backwards. Everyone remembers the Wing, right?
Yay guys, Our beloved HD2 beats the contenders in Gadget Show's test.
John Bentley even adding codicil that, as well as being a potential iPhone beater, the hardware is superior
I love this phone
any link to this show?
I'm pleased it was a fair test too, very good report! I Love my HD2
did yo have any doubts?
they still had a snide remark about windows mobile though...
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Clickety website. Tonight's show will be up to view soon.
Damn - was about to come on and post exactly this.
Just watched it with my wife who loves iphone
Beat the motorola driod & nexus one - and (as said) nearly the iphone. Bearing in mind the gadget show loves the iphone to death :S
Ouch...the Nexus One took a panning
Considering how Apple biased these guys are, I think they must have been very impressed with the HD2. For me, the HD2 is the best phone available at the moment.
http://fwd.five.tv/gadget-show/videos/jon-test/samrtphones
the spelling mistake in the URL is on purpose, , , ch5 have spelled it wrong
and who cares what anyone else think, I, and I repeat I think this is the best device for ME, period. Don't you think?
It's nice to see media are noticing phones other than Apple branded ones!
Why can't I see the video? Says I can't watch from my current country/location? What gives?
Can't watch the video
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Why can't I see the video? Says I can't watch from my current country/location? What gives?
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Yes, I'm in Australia and get the same message Is there a youtube or other version that anybody knows about?
Cheers!
i used UK proxy and got through that but then it says its not available yet check back later
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Damn - was about to come on and post exactly this.
Just watched it with my wife who loves iphone
Beat the motorola driod & nexus one - and (as said) nearly the iphone. Bearing in mind the gadget show loves the iphone to death :S
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Also bearing in mind the review focused on two of the 'weaker' aspects of the HD2, the camera and text input, it just shows how good the HD2 really is (I personally think the camera is very good, up with my Ignito/Diamond if not better, and once I installed Swype - wow fantastic!)
I haven't had a single crash, no obvious issues with my 1.48 ROM + camera fix, totally happy so far
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Yes, I'm in Australia and get the same message Is there a youtube or other version that anybody knows about?
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It'll be on here soon, unless it gets uploaded by other means
TBH the review itself is superficial, complete with classic english eccentricity, it's the outcome that's surprising considering the gadget show's iPhone fanboys
Forward to 6:51:30 and pay close attention to the her hand raised to her Ear @ 6:51:38 and Pause....that bak of the HTC HD2 !!!!!!
They have masked the front of the phone with CGI...LoL
HTC HD2 .....YEP !!! there it is !!!
http://www.studiosevent.com/newscen...&height=360&color=FF5500&width=400&height=224
Pleaseeee! Anybody, is this video posted/hosted anywhere else?!
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Why can't I see the video? Says I can't watch from my current country/location? What gives?
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the region restricted video content has not been in place long. can't see the point of a site like others that restrict viewing to the UK where it airs anyway.
I always thought that the Gadget show was sponsored by Apple as they are so biased!
One thing though...Why didn't they include the Iphone as part of the tests?? surely that would have been a fair comparison....Well we all know that the Iphone would have been knocked off it's perch and they wouldn't want to show that!
What do you think looking from the pic?
Do you know of any other celebrities that uses the powerhouse known as the HTC hd2 or have they been bribed by Apple?
Please let me know what you think...
This is not an HD2, imo. The little chrome-thingy at the side is not present at an HD2, and the part of the housing above the battery cover is too slim.
looks more like a blackberry to me with the logo at the middle on the back
great now i have to burn this phone.
actually that looks like a blackberry storm 2.
Thank god its not an HD2 I was about to throw mine as far away as I could
How does that look like an HD2 to you?
It's definitely a storm.
its definetly NO hd2
if the others say its a storm, its a storm
thats logical, isnt it? =)
DN41
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its definetly NO hd2
if the others say its a storm, its a storm
thats logical, isnt it? =)
DN41
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thank god! .... i don´t have to burn, smash and vaporize my HD2 ...
... or run against these strange "doorthings" ...
At a quick glance it does have the same black trim with an HD2 like battery cover, and the size looks convincing.... But I can say 100% it is a Blackberry. 3 things tip it off.
1. Wrong shape and size for the camera
2. The phone is branded Verizon on the bottom by his finger (the Verizon symbol is visible on a large screen HDTV and zoomed in).
3. His hands would be too small to hold an HD2... Just kidding The top symbol is the Blackberry logo.
And the answer is: a Blackberry Storm 2, and not his! He was given the phone with the pre programed number in it for the Jimmy Kimmel show. He owns an iPhone as seen many times in public and even recently. If you think about it, isn't the iPhone more of a kids phone as most apps and games are geared for a younger crowd?
Just for the record, I don't follow him or claim to like his music (although he is much better than Soulja Boy... Actualy anything is better than Soulja Boy) I just wanted to put this post to rest and hopefully get J.B. off the first page.
Thanks god it is not HD2 =) She needs iPhone as every 13year old girl.
"justin bieber" i just had to google that, now when my GF looks at thew computer history she is gonna think im into **** music :'(
Who really cares about what celebrity is using which phone?The most important people for me as far as phone issues are those great cooks and editors of this great forum.They make things happen for us and rock our devices while the celebrities only get drunk and show us their "shinny pants".
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What do you think looking from the pic?
Do you know of any other celebrities that uses the powerhouse known as the HTC hd2 or have they been bribed by Apple?
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it is not a HD2.. itz blackberry storm2
weird lala justin on xda-developers next thing we will see his name at the Naza ....
Dangerously said:
Just for the record, I don't follow him or claim to like his music (although he is much better than Soulja Boy... Actualy anything is better than Soulja Boy) I just wanted to put this post to rest and hopefully get J.B. off the first page.
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Thanks for clearing up the confusion it's just that while I was watching the the video clip and the size of the phone seemed to point towards the HTC HD2.
And btw I'm younger than Bieber by a month and love the HTC HD2, whilst my friends play 'falldown' and 'doodle jump' Im busy fragging zombies on Medieval using FPSece
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Seriously, who gives a ****?
Calm down mate, just a bit of curiosity nothing else,
someone's obviously a huge Bieber fan, nudge nudge wink wink
Why is he famous again?
if it was an HD2 it would have completely covered that whole side of his girly face
Garbage phone to match his garbage music
Maybe it is time to send HTC a message and say goodbye. This thing looks nice and if it has the specs of the original Galaxy...... Thoughts? http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/14/sprints-4g-equipped-samsung-galaxy-s-pro-in-the-wild/#comments http://androidcommunity.com/exclusive-more-pictures-of-the-galaxy-s-pro-20100614/
not to good looking but certainly interesting
So long as they fix the CDMA lockup that plagues the moment
Remember the moment... Thats all I have to say. "Remember the Moment"!
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Remember the moment... Thats all I have to say. "Remember the Moment"!
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True, but from the reports coming out of the Evo forums, even the Moment doesn't seem too bad.
i am a firm believer that HTC should have all rights to the androidOS
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Maybe it is time to send HTC a message and say goodbye. This thing looks nice and if it has the specs of the original Galaxy...... Thoughts? http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/14/sprints-4g-equipped-samsung-galaxy-s-pro-in-the-wild/#comments
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Say good bye to HTC for THAT?? Are you serious?
If not then.. lol, good one
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i am a firm believer that HTC should have all rights to the androidOS
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Yeah, but then it wouldn't be an open source OS
Finally. I didn't care for the Moment, but this looks good. I want my keyboard back. It will certainly make ROMS easier to play.
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Yeah, but then it wouldn't be an open source OS
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Very true, but no matter who runs android less not forget who was the first to bring android to the public! To bad it had to be T-Mo that got to carry it. psst!
im sorry guys but samsung is a joke when it comes to smart phones, i will never own one. they should stick to making tvs and whatever else they make non smartphone related, i have also heard bad things about evo, something about the screen messing up at the bottom for people causing led bright light to shine so bright under the screen, kinda like that separation from the screen and the bottom of the hero how you can kinda see the light. I hate tht about the hero, why couldnt they seal that better. just piss poor
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im sorry guys but samsung is a joke when it comes to smart phones, i will never own one. they should stick to making tvs and whatever else they make non smartphone related, i have also heard bad things about evo, something about the screen messing up at the bottom for people causing led bright light to shine so bright under the screen, kinda like that separation from the screen and the bottom of the hero how you can kinda see the light. I hate tht about the hero, why couldnt they seal that better. just piss poor
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I do agree with your assessment about Samsung.....as far as software is concerned, but I have to say that the hardware and or manufacturer that Samsung uses is FAR superior to that of HTC. I came from an Instinct before the Hero. It was absolutely the worst software ever introduced on a phone but it was also the best hardware that I have seen to this day. Combine that with the upgraded tech inside and Android for the OS it really cant be bad. Then again, after the Instinct, I swore that there would never be another Samsung in my pocket. lol I'll probably keep to that promise.
While i agree that sammy's suck.. this looks to be a great play for sprint.. the more hi-end androids the better.. maybe they can steal some thunder from verizon and their onslaught of droids..
If sprint will market these hi-end androids against verizon and att showing that the plans are way better.. etc.. and do it right..maybe sprint can gain some some customers etc..
Take dan off the air.. bring back the pin drop guy from way back.. then promote the hell outta the plans and phones.. lol sure fire win in my book.. or just show some t & a holding the evo etc..lol
My fiance has the moment and I do kinda like theslide out keyboard, nice for the terminal apps and stuff. Also nice when you dont feel like swyping or typing on the virtual kb.
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I do agree with your assessment about Samsung.....as far as software is concerned, but I have to say that the hardware and or manufacturer that Samsung uses is FAR superior to that of HTC. I came from an Instinct before the Hero. It was absolutely the worst software ever introduced on a phone but it was also the best hardware that I have seen to this day. Combine that with the upgraded tech inside and Android for the OS it really cant be bad. Then again, after the Instinct, I swore that there would never be another Samsung in my pocket. lol I'll probably keep to that promise.
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you are correct about sam and their hardware components. Far superior to htc. Is this sam going to run android? i guess i should take a look at that link.
I don't like samsung phones, but I do like power.
This phone has a 1ghz processor, but that doesn't say it all.
Supposedly this particular 1ghz HummingBird processor is 3 times more powerful than the snapdragons we drool over.
Crappy software...maybe...but AOSP on this thing? HOLY CRAP!
Link:
http://androidandme.com/2010/03/new...bird-chip-to-have-3x-gpu-power-of-snapdragon/
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I don't like samsung phones, but I do like power.
This phone has a 1ghz processor, but that doesn't say it all.
Supposedly this particular 1ghz HummingBird processor is 3 times more powerful than the snapdragons we drool over.
Crappy software...maybe...but AOSP on this thing? HOLY CRAP!
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http://androidandme.com/2010/03/new...bird-chip-to-have-3x-gpu-power-of-snapdragon/
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omg so im sorry guys i dont want to be one of those peole that say something and take it back, but after looking at these links carpenter put up theres a video that gives a tour of this phone. holy crap, this thing looks promising, wow the screen is amazing, and if i can see correctly, it just might be running android, screw the evo i want this.
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omg so im sorry guys i dont want to be one of those peole that say something and take it back, but after looking at these links carpenter put up theres a video that gives a tour of this phone. holy crap, this thing looks promising, wow the screen is amazing, and if i can see correctly, it just might be running android, screw the evo i want this.
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98% sure that its running android. Some flavor of it at least, taskbar is undeniably android.
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Remember the moment... Thats all I have to say. "Remember the Moment"!
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This. OMG so totally this. 3 weeks with a Moment was enough for me.
My buddy has a moment. Tried making funny of me for about the first week he had it. No longer does he make fun of me. Samsungeatsbutt.com
Can I get a cool story bro?
http://androidcommunity.com/dual-sc...s-big-announcement-for-february-7th-20110118/
Interesting, a little disappointed if it's only that but definitely want a piece of this.
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If that is it then I'm completely disappointed.
Pocket posted, just not sure how...
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http://androidcommunity.com/dual-sc...s-big-announcement-for-february-7th-20110118/
Interesting, a little disappointed if it's only that but definitely want a piece of this.
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Yes it does sound interesting. I would be disappointed also if this were to be the device. Just not into any type of tablet, "industry first" or whatever. Not to mention I can't stand anything with any type of hinge to it. Just something else to be problematic and break. I want dual cores, not screens.
Nice find Dirty
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If this is it what a major let down
from my phone duh
They could do much worse, much, much worse. If it is what it says, that'd actually be pretty cool.
Glad it's not the first 4g iPhone, I'd be pissed. This pissed ======>
Figured it'd be something bogus
I think this one is false too
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Glad it's not the first 4g iPhone, I'd be pissed. This pissed ======>
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lmao
I would be sick.. then pissed..
If it was done right a 4.x" phone that converts to an 8.x" tab would be cool but I don't see "them"coming up with a good enough solution for coupling them to work as one big screen. If it feels like using a Nintendo DS then I won't be parting with an upgrade for it.
omg, dual screen tablet! hell yeah!
you might not think it would be cool at first but think of the possibilities!
run an app on one screen and browse on another, or be typing out something on one and using the second to show reference material, or have one be the screen and other be a touch keyboard, dungeon defenders on one and IM on the other,
best reason -> xda on one and the other be waiting on that f#@&in 1 min timer for the download websites
aosp on one screen, sense on the other
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omg, dual screen tablet! hell yeah!
you might not think it would be cool at first but think of the possibilities!
run an app on one screen and browse on another, or be typing out something on one and using the second to show reference material, or have one be the screen and other be a touch keyboard, dungeon defenders on one and IM on the other,
best reason -> xda on one and the other be waiting on that f#@&in 1 min timer for the download websites
aosp on one screen, sense on the other
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The only dual screen tablet I want is a Courier.
can someone post teh article for us people blocked at work
Dual-Screen Android Tablet Sprint’s “Big Announcement” for February 7th?
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Just last week Sprint sent out an email to the press inviting them to a special event where they will release an “Industry First.” The internet went crazy with rumors as to exactly what this industry first could be. Was it a 4G iPhone? Probably not, all Android sites were invited to the event. Now we may have a little bit more information as to exactly what it could be – a dual-screen Android tablet.
According to someone apparently close to the matter, the announcement will be a device and will feature the following:
It has large screens- think somewhere between the Evo and the Galaxy Tab.
It actually has dual screens- there’s a primary one but then also a secondary screen that flips up from the back, like on a hinge.
No word on what that second screen does, if it integrates with the primary screen to give you one big screen, or if you can run an app on each, or what. Sorry I couldn’t get more details.
No official word on if it’s voice-capable, or if it’s some kind of tablet/slate.
Also of note, HTC has been in the headlines supposedly preparing a 3D device. Could this be the device? Two screens for a 3D effect? If so, this would even tie in with the whole David Blaine theme of illusions, eye tricks, etc.
What do you think? Could this be a dual-screen tablet? Would a dual-screen tablet be a viable option in the competitive market? Let us know!
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Don't you have an EVO?
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Don't you have an EVO?
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touche!
lol...didnt think of that.
Well, this could be good news. If it is a dual screen, it could also mean that its dual core?
Hopefully its marketed as a phone, and not a tablet (has calling, texting, etc..)
Ok, so apparently no one else thought to show that this is NOT an industry first:
Dualbook anyone?
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Ok, so apparently no one else thought to show that this is NOT an industry first:
Dualbook anyone?
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Nice. Glad to see that I don't want to see some tablet as the "big announcement "
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Ok, so apparently no one else thought to show that this is NOT an industry first:
Dualbook anyone?
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That thing is e-ink, its not running Android, and finally is not a phone (I'm wishing here ).
Toshiba and Acer showed off dual screen devices at CES. Neither of them were classified as a tablet (both classified as dual screen laptops) , neither of them run Android, and neither of them have phone capabilities.
I've always dreamed of a phone that folded open (clamshell) with a continuous screen (using flexible AMOLED display) but we are a long way from that.
Ugh, not sure what to make of that. Will wait and hold off the hate until I hear more. Provided it's true.
I'm scared.
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That thing is e-ink, its not running Android, and finally is not a phone (I'm wishing here ).
Toshiba and Acer showed off dual screen devices at CES. Neither of them were classified as a tablet (both classified as dual screen laptops) , neither of them run Android, and neither of them have phone capabilities.
I've always dreamed of a phone that folded open (clamshell) with a continuous screen (using flexible AMOLED display) but we are a long way from that.
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Actually, the dualbook does in fact run android.