Hi.
Is it normal for the power/lock button the Desire Z to be lower on one side than on the other? When I'm holding it with the screen towards me, the right side of the button is kind of level with the casing and not quite as protruding as on the left side. Thus it's become a bit harder to press down when I'm only pressing down on the right side.
Ummm I don't believe it's "normal", but as soon as I read your question I checked mine and it appears about the same. Sticks up a little more on the left half than it does on the right. I know of no solution for you, but atleast you aren't alone!
It hasn't really bugged me at all, but it will now. Thanks JERK
I'm sure it's just from usage? I would assume that sometimes you don't click the button right down the middle and your finger will generally be pushing it on the right or left hand side, and over time, that part will sink in more than the other side?
Well, I haven't had it for more than a few weeks so I don't think it's from heavy use. But as TJBunch says, his is like that as well, so it might be a "feature".
Mine is like this as well. I use the search button mod for this very reason. Minimize use as much as I can. Its a sign of use... with the mod, in the long run, I can prevent overuse. The nexus one suffered from a flakey power button.
Mine too and its a Desire Z. Never noticed until now
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I have just received the Touch Pro 2, and I have noticed a very strange clicking noise when pressing the right side of the space bar. It is like a plasticky noise. Initially I thought there was a plastic cover over the keyboard, similar to the one in the screen.
When pressing all other keys, they feel and sound very steady and firm, as I would expect. Similarly, when pressing the center of the space bar, or even the left side, it feels ok too.
Has anybody experienced a similar issue?
Should the space bar sound and feel like any other key, no matter where it is pressed?
Many thanks in advance
Eduard
I don't have the same problem as you, but I do have an issue with the right side of the spacebar, suggesting there's maybe a weakness there.
For me, all the other buttons have a nice "click" to them, but the right side of the spacebar is sunk down, so when you press it, you barely know that you've done so. Quite annoying.
I think it should feel the same as other keys.
Not sure, there might be related. Maybe the plastic noise is created because the right side of the space bar is not properly held in place (not sure). Since mine was new, maybe it has not had time to sink in yet.
Was yours like that when new?
I spoke with HTC and they confirmed all keys should feel and sound the same no matter where you press them. They suggested to send it back to the retailer. If yours is in warranty, I suggest you log a defect with HTC.
edu1992 said:
Hi
I have just received the Touch Pro 2, and I have noticed a very strange clicking noise when pressing the right side of the space bar. It is like a plasticky noise. Initially I thought there was a plastic cover over the keyboard, similar to the one in the screen.
When pressing all other keys, they feel and sound very steady and firm, as I would expect. Similarly, when pressing the center of the space bar, or even the left side, it feels ok too.
Has anybody experienced a similar issue?
Should the space bar sound and feel like any other key, no matter where it is pressed?
Many thanks in advance
Eduard
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I have the same issue with my 0 key on the numbers keys, its like an extra click. Not really that big of an issue for me though. If anything return your tp2 for a new one
I have a creaking noise on the right corner of my phone where the End button is--super annoying.
This is crazyyyy! Why did they put the power button on the other side of the volume button? I'm finding myself constantly turning the volume down when i try and turn the screen of because your hand naturally positions your fingers there to get some leverage!
Would have been much better along the top edge IMO
Agree should have put it on top like the nexus one and desire
The phone is too long to have the power button on top. It's also too thin at the top to have a button there, but the power button location is mostly because of the phone's size.
I did this once now I dint its all about how you hold the phone and now I don't press any volume keys when hitting the power button
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You'll get used to it. It's not better or worse than a button on the top, just different, especially when you come from another phone. Give it a week or two and this becomes a none-issue.
As said above
This had been standard design for Samsung Android phones since the GS1
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gokpog said:
You'll get used to it. It's not better or worse than a button on the top, just different, especially when you come from another phone. Give it a week or two and this becomes a none-issue.
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Was a none issue on like day one for me
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Why not?
The Nexus S has the same position
So, I am happy hehehe ...
liltbrockie said:
This is crazyyyy! Why did they put the power button on the other side of the volume button? I'm finding myself constantly turning the volume down when i try and turn the screen of because your hand naturally positions your fingers there to get some leverage!
Would have been much better along the top edge IMO
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liltbrockie said:
This is crazyyyy! Why did they put the power button on the other side of the volume button? I'm finding myself constantly turning the volume down when i try and turn the screen of because your hand naturally positions your fingers there to get some leverage!
Would have been much better along the top edge IMO
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I have to agree that the current location is plain stupid.
The number of times I've hit it when either using the volume buttons or holding my phone playing a game is too many to count over the last week.
Poor industrial design that one.
lol coming from an iphone , this is really the only thing that bothers me.
I actually prefer it to the unthought out position that HTC choose for their massive smartphones ... you'll get used to it and you'll love it
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liltbrockie said:
This is crazyyyy! Why did they put the power button on the other side of the volume button? I'm finding myself constantly turning the volume down when i try and turn the screen of because your hand naturally positions your fingers there to get some leverage!
Would have been much better along the top edge IMO
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Who/what is crazy here?? Come on, grow up! Life is full of changes and opportunities. If you're this upset about a powerbutton on a different place than you are used to, then go live in a cave and don't move.
aimetti said:
lol coming from an iphone , this is really the only thing that bothers me.
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yeah i still go for the home button like on my iPhone, but i've only had my Nexus 4 days..
I like the power button being on the side much better. Especially for these bigger devices. It would be awkward to unlock with one hand if it was on top. I don't know maybe I'm a bit biased because I have owned the gs1 and gs2. Either way I have never had an issue with the button placement before.
I like it where it is, on the side. Previously I have had some HTC phones, so I've experienced both. In my opinion, it's way easier and faster to turn the screen on/off. And I've never had a problem with it.
matt2053 said:
I like it where it is, on the side. Previously I have had some HTC phones, so I've experienced both. In my opinion, it's way easier and faster to turn the screen on/off. And I've never had a problem with it.
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Same with me. I've also had 2 previous HTC devices, but I prefer the power button on the side now.
The thing that really tripped me up is the volume being on the opposite side. That messed me up more than the power button location.
Just a guess, but I'm guessing it has something to do with the screenshot feature. Having buttons on the opposite sides allows you to just squeeze the phone in the position you're probably already holding it in.
fdm1 said:
Just a guess, but I'm guessing it has something to do with the screenshot feature. Having buttons on the opposite sides allows you to just squeeze the phone in the position you're probably already holding it in.
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The screenshot feature came long after the side button placement on phones. The button combination for it was likely created for the reason you said though. Well that and they're pretty limited in what combinations they can do when there aren't many buttons.
Hey guys,
I have a question for you all: what do you think of the HOX Power button in maters of how much it sticks out and how "clickable" it is ?
I used to have a Nexus S that had the power button on the side and it seemed a lot more ckable as well. Also, on my HOX it seemed slightly more raised on one side then the other, as if they had not cut it right... What strikes me as a bit strange is that after pressing it for a few times per day for the last couple of days, it seems to have leveled itself a bit and now sticks a little less out of the casing and now it actually kind of "clicks" when I press it.
Did any of you experience anything similar ?
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I found it very hard to turn on when it came out of the box. It's been fine since then. It may have clicked into place or I might have my technique down. Either way, no issues here.
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16th of an inch. 2nd phone no difference. Pressure is 20 percent more firm than GS3. Nexus experience, my perfect.
Hope that helps
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The power buttons may vary a little one to device to another, although this can be expected when being assembled in factory.
I wouldn't worry about it though.
It shall loosen up over usage! I tend to notice these things as well and it can be quite annoying, but you just have to try and get it out of your mind and enjoy all the wonders the device has to offer at the end of the day!
kamikaze666 said:
Hey guys,
I have a question for you all: what do you think of the HOX Power button in maters of how much it sticks out and how "clickable" it is ?
I used to have a Nexus S that had the power button on the side and it seemed a lot more ckable as well. Also, on my HOX it seemed slightly more raised on one side then the other, as if they had not cut it right... What strikes me as a bit strange is that after pressing it for a few times per day for the last couple of days, it seems to have leveled itself a bit and now sticks a little less out of the casing and now it actually kind of "clicks" when I press it.
Did any of you experience anything similar ?
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Haha.. The first time I found someone who mentioned the uneven "sticking out" part! You're right even my HOX power button seems more "raised" on one side. For me the half of the button that is towards the corner of the HOX is LESS raised than the other end. I don't know is it sticks out now less than before, but it has never given me problems. By "Clicks" do you man an audible sound (which is strange) or the tactile feedback (which is normal)?
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Haha.. The first time I found someone who mentioned the uneven "sticking out" part! You're right even my HOX power button seems more "raised" on one side. For me the half of the button that is towards the corner of the HOX is LESS raised than the other end. I don't know is it sticks out now less than before, but it has never given me problems. By "Clicks" do you man an audible sound (which is strange) or the tactile feedback (which is normal)?
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By "clicks" I mean a small tactile feedback And the same thing appears on my HOX as well, the side of the power button near the corner of the device is less raised than on the other side and tends to go in a bit more when clicking the button...
To Everybody:
Thank you very much for your feedback. I was thinking that I am paranoid and now I have proof, haha... Thank you for giving me some peace of mind
Hey guys,
I'm just wondering if the power button on the left is the same height/resistant to your volume button.
I'm not sure if it is meant to be like this or a spring has slipped. But on my power button it seems to lye almost flat with the side of the device. It also jiggles up and down a bit like a seesaw when you run your finger over it.
Another way to describe it is if you run your finger over both sides so they feel the same height? As for me the volume button definitely feels further out/ strong/ less flimsy?
Thanks just for my piece of mind should others be like this!
Many thanks Jack,
jackdh said:
Hey guys,
I'm just wondering if the power button on the left is the same height/resistant to your volume button.
I'm not sure if it is meant to be like this or a spring has slipped. But on my power button it seems to lye almost flat with the side of the device. It also jiggles up and down a bit like a seesaw when you run your finger over it.
Another way to describe it is if you run your finger over both sides so they feel the same height? As for me the volume button definitely feels further out/ strong/ less flimsy?
Thanks just for my piece of mind should others be like this! Scared I may have broken it already!
Many thanks Jack,
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If your power button doesn't come out of your find7, it's not normal, mine is out the same height as the volume one. And it isn't less strong than the volume button :/
But mine are a little bit lose to, they jiggle like you explained ! I think that's pretty normal
Hope for you that your find 7 is not broken !
djona12 said:
If your power button doesn't come out of your find7, it's not normal, mine is out the same height as the volume one. And it isn't less strong than the volume button :/
But mine are a little bit lose to, they jiggle like you explained ! I think that's pretty normal
Hope for you that your find 7 is not broken !
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Okay wow, that sucks, I guess I'm not going to return it just yet as I don't actually have a phone as I just sent my old one away , I'm also going to assume the turn around for this sort of thing would take for ever and then there is the reinstalling of apps and argh so much effort!
Got the new Note 10+. Moving the power button to the left is stupid. Most people are right handed, so we hold the phone in our right hand. Now the power button has moved to the left, you have to bring your other hand up to switch it off. Pain in the arse! What do you all think?
I still get a bit confused by it, but I'm ambidextrous so it's a minor adjustment for me. I think it would drive me nuts if I was right handed.
Non issue for me. I use Good Lock to put a power button on the navigation bar.
Not a huge issue but I do understand. Had it for a few weeks and still reach over there.
Camera being on the back right messes me up more though. Have no clue if I'm holding the phone the right way until I don't get feedback.
I am right handed, but, I am not obsessed about using this expensive device single-handed, so, I hold the phone with my left, and do all the stuff with my right one, so, the buttons lay precisely within reach of my LEFT thumb, portrait and landscape, for me it is very convenient
I'm right handed and its a non-issue for me. My middle finger wraps around naturally and rests on the power button...ahem...side key.
winol said:
I am right handed, but, I am not obsessed about using this expensive device single-handed, so, I hold the phone with my left, and do all the stuff with my right one, so, the buttons lay precisely within reach of my LEFT thumb, portrait and landscape, for me it is very convenient
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Totally agree!
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Nope I can still use my index finger to press the side button and its more secure… using thumb will make you slip and drop the phone if your fingers give way