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So, launch day is here..
As far as I know the release will contain phones from: LG, HTC, samsung and maybe Dell...
What's your pick, and why?
I would consider an HTC w/ 3.7-4" screen, really love the HTC Hub they have shown off, plus I am an HTC fanboy.
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hate the htc hub..
from top to bottom my choice..
Samsung GT-i8700
LG E900
hTC Mondarin
Samsung Focus (i9700)
normally i'd say the htc device, but the sammy does look really sexy.
I don't know what to pick actually, but if there's one with 16GB storage, or replaceable miniSD (I know that all data will be lost, but that's no problem if I can replace it before first boot ) that'll be my pick.
Anyone know anything about other launch dates, e.g. Swedish launch
The HTC Hub looks way overdone and too busy. Pretty, but unnecessary.
That being said, I am still hoping for a nice HTC device to show up today (with at least 16gb of storage). Can't stand LG or Samsung. A surprise Dell device might be nice too.
Really excited for today news. Let's hope for a surprise early store availability (like now).
Dell Lightning for sure!
Cant WAITTTTT~~~~~~~~
I care more about when, not what. I hope that despite what's being said before, that European launch is today, not ten days later.
I have an application I want tested on a real device, before submitting. I'm already late as it is thanks to that.
I'm in the same boat. I experience a bit of lag in my game in the emulator on my laptop, but not on my desktop. I want to test it so it works fine on a phone before I release it.
UK Launch Date
FYI: The official UK launch date is 21st October
http://www.facebook.com/windowsphoneuk
HTC surround
I guess the HTC Mozart will be a great phone (think that would be 16Gig), but I really fell in love with the Dell Venue Pro (aka. Lightning). seems to be an US only device though..
edit: seems only the HD7 and the HTC 7 Pro will be 16 gig.. And the 7 Pro looks very nice I must say (except for the 3,6" SLCD).. but the release date was too far away altso
Godo_PPL said:
I guess the HTC Mozart will be a great phone (think that would be 16Gig), but I really fell in love with the Dell Venue Pro (aka. Lightning). seems to be an US only device though..
edit: seems only the HD7 and the HTC 7 Pro will be 16 gig.. And the 7 Pro looks very nice I must say (except for the 3,6" SLCD).. but the release date was too far away altso
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wondering if all this devices are gonna come out that day of release nov 8.. since i have tmo im going with dell..i dont want anything bigger than 4(dell is 4.1) i have the evo still have hd2, vibrant, nexus and i can say vibrant is the perfect size phone.. 4 inches...
so anyone knows if all this devices including dell would be release that day?
4.3 to big... period... the only way would be a 4.3 amoled screen then **** yea
the dell may be a bit too expensive but it may be the perfect device for me
but it may be too expensive with holiday shopping and I need extra money to travel too
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FYI: The official UK launch date is 21st October
http://www.facebook.com/windowsphoneuk
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Can i order Dell venue pro and use in Canada?
domineus said:
the dell may be a bit too expensive but it may be the perfect device for me
but it may be too expensive with holiday shopping and I need extra money to travel too
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How much is Dell venue pro?
Dell Venue Pro will be my device... it will be at least $199.
I don't get why it was called launch day if the phones weren't available to be purchased yet.
Focus for me.
Today IM+ announced that their IM+ app for Windows Phone is submitted to Windows Phone Marketplace for approval. So we can expect the app in 3-5 days. If you have a developer device, you can download the XAP file to test out the app before it get published in the marketplace
Enjoy!!
http://www.shapeservices.com/freedownload/wp/implus_wp_1_0_PROMO.xap
The XAP
Link won't work for me.
Too bad it won't have support for Windows Live Messenger
http://pocketnow.com/windows-phone/im-wp7-app-submission-pending-wont-support-windows-messenger
I had to reinstall my cert, but this works great! Thanks for the preview!
How much is going to cost ?
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corlygunnz said:
How much is going to cost ?
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Too much... hopefully 5 bucks, but I expect at least 10.
Hopefully they will have fixed the caching issue of profile pics of users in the contact list. It made the entire application very slow, especially when you go over 50 online users with offline users invisible.
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Too bad it won't have support for Windows Live Messenger
http://pocketnow.com/windows-phone/im-wp7-app-submission-pending-wont-support-windows-messenger
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Why bother with WLM support when Mangro brings WLM already built in? oO
waiting for it.They said there will be a free version with adds.
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Why bother with WLM support when Mangro brings WLM already built in? oO
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Do you have Mango? No?
That's why!
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How much is going to cost ?
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$9.99 Apparently according to WPCentral. Why anyone would spend ten dollars on what should be free in the first place is beyond me. Messaging apps should never cost more than the app they mimic on the PC.
$12.50 on the Australian store.
You have got to be kidding me.
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Do you have Mango? No?
That's why!
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Of course not. But I haven't had Mango ever since I bought the device. So I didn't have a good WLM client. Besides Miyowa, which isn't bad after the last update, but still doesn't come close to WLM on WM 6.5. So I'm living without a decent WLM app since I bought the device and I can definitely wait the next few months until Mango will be released.
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Of course not. But I haven't had Mango ever since I bought the device. So I didn't have a good WLM client. Besides Miyowa, which isn't bad after the last update, but still doesn't come close to WLM on WM 6.5. So I'm living without a decent WLM app since I bought the device and I can definitely wait the next few months until Mango will be released.
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If you're happy to wait, that's all well and good for you personally. All I'm saying is that it's not an acceptable reason for Microsoft to block WLM apps, because we are definitely not going to be seeing Mango for a good while yet.
Unfortunately the Miyowa app is absolutely awful, so intentionally preventing us from gaining a decent alternative is a ridiculous move by MS.
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If you're happy to wait, that's all well and good for you personally. All I'm saying is that it's not an acceptable reason for Microsoft to block WLM apps, because we are definitely not going to be seeing Mango for a good while yet.
Unfortunately the Miyowa app is absolutely awful, so intentionally preventing us from gaining a decent alternative is a ridiculous move by MS.
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I agree that Miyowa is not the best IM out there, but what makes it so aweful for you? And if your device is developer unlocked, there's still Li' Messenger for you to deploy and use.
The app was working good earlier today, but it has stopped connecting for me. Probably just temporary, but the toast notifications are still coming through and I can't get back into the app to turn them off lol
A very over priced app. Will never buy it on this price, rather download different messengers for yahoo, msn and others. If this was android it would have been free.
COmpetition hasnt started yet, you are losing your customers before even getting them. Please do something before some other intelligent developer takes this opportunity from you. Anyways great work! it is appreciated.
in attachement there is the full application
(not the promo version)
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I agree that Miyowa is not the best IM out there, but what makes it so aweful for you? And if your device is developer unlocked, there's still Li' Messenger for you to deploy and use.
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I find it awful because it crashes constantly, and does not support a feature as basic as multi-location sign ins, which is a dealbreaker for me.
I used to use Li'Messenger, but it doesn't seem to work anymore.
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I find it awful because it crashes constantly, and does not support a feature as basic as multi-location sign ins, which is a dealbreaker for me.
I used to use Li'Messenger, but it doesn't seem to work anymore.
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I had constant crashes too, when I used an SD card that was not supported on my HD7. After I replaced it, Miyowa worked like a charm. It's still not the most satisfying WLM app, I agree. But it's better than nothing.
If I may ask, when is this 3 months/90 days wait for the CNN and ESPN Nokia exclusive apps ending? Has the countdown even started? I need these apps desperately and can't imagine I have to wait for them coz I'm not using a nokia Lumia. Does anyone know the countdown?
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Kenzibit said:
If I may ask, when is this 3 months/90 days wait for the CNN and ESPN Nokia exclusive apps ending? Has the countdown even started? I need these apps desperately and can't imagine I have to wait for them coz I'm not using a nokia Lumia. Does anyone know the countdown?
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Why can't you imagine that you have to wait because you don't use a Lumia? Only sounds fair to me! They are OEM semi-exclusive apps. I rather prefered them being OEM-exclusive apps. That might make HTC to wake up and make some kick-ass apps rather than the-copy-the-android-apps!
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If I may ask, when is this 3 months/90 days wait for the CNN and ESPN Nokia exclusive apps ending? Has the countdown even started? I need these apps desperately and can't imagine I have to wait for them coz I'm not using a nokia Lumia. Does anyone know the countdown?
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If you go to the thread that you can change you MFG in the marketplace, you can make Nokia show up and just download these apps to your phone right from the marketplace.
I could not live with out a good ESPN app, so I had to try it, and it worked...and even the CNN app.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1393265
You need to be unlocked tho...but, not inerop unlocked.
Running them BOTH on my CDMA HTC Trophy and they work fine...
do you mean only fully unlocked can make use of them ???
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I need help picking, I love the radar 4g and the lumia 710 but they don't support micro SD card!(8g of memory won't work for me). Im thinking about getting the dvp(dell venue pro) but I need some window phone owner input!.
Don't want to purchase an unlock phone due to me not being able to use 3G or 4G.
I will be purchasing this phone second hand due to the fact window 8 phone around the corner just want to spend sometime with a window phone to see how it goes! Thanks
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There's a good thread here that is worth reading.
If you decide to get a DVP, make sure you are familiar with the process before changing the micro SD card - there are lots of threads about this topic on the DVP forum. You can expand the capacity to 32GB by replacing the micro SD card.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=799
There are different versions of the DVP for AT&T and T-Mobile. It may not matter as much if you can't use 3G but worth mentioning.
The DVP was my second wp7 device and after they fixed all of the bugs was a major love affair. Had Nokia not brought such outstanding offerings to the table, I'd still be using the DVP, that thing was a beautiful tank.
Look on Craigslist for an HD7...you can upgrade to 32GB and it has the latest software...unless T-Mo comes out with something slick, I'll be rocking this for quite a while!
Will be looking into both device. Anyone else want to put in there two cents?
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My vote goes to the DVP. I get the privilege of using a lot of devices, and after Mango the DVP is still my favourite WP7 device. It's heavy and the camera is pretty mediocre, but it oozes quality and is the only portrait QWERTY slider available. Helps that the keyboard is awesome, too!
Also, they're very cheap these days. Especially the T-Mobile banded ones.
The DVP looks really boss. I didn't get one basically because I was unsure about the presence of the Italian locale and the 256mbs of RAM got me worried. Also, I didn't really rely on Dell's commitment to WP7, so I was unsure about the update pattern. The 710 is a good and reliable phone too, it has Nokia goods on board and the screen is actually ok. The design is a little uninspiring tho. Just personal opinion, my gf actually likes it better than my 800, she finds it too squared 0.o
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What do you think of the hd7?
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BeEazy10 said:
What do you think of the hd7?
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It's a solid phone but it's definitely outdated. The screen looks quite washed out and it's not really lightweight IMHO.
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How about the blackberry phone, lots of people is using them.
Not really a BB fan, but I'm thinking about purchasing a dell venue pro or HD7. Leaning more towards the venue
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How about the blackberry phone, lots of people is using them.
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IMHO they use it only because they are very accustomed to it. Last summer I tried using a 9780 for a few days and coming from a Desire I found it the most painful phone experience I ever had. The interface is unintuitive as hell, you need to hit the keys dozens of times just to do things that can be done in a couple of taps even on the worse Symbian device. The browser is pathetic, everything keeps lagging and freezing 24/7 and there are no decent apps at all. Also, if you lack BIS and BES this phone is as good as a 3310. Lame, horrid experience. I wouldn't recommend it to anyone, it's a nightmare. Maybe the newer phones (like the 9900) are better, but forget about having any support: they won't be updated to BBOS10, and probably RIM will manage to fail even before the end of 2012.
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vnvman said:
IMHO they use it only because they are very accustomed to it. Last summer I tried using a 9780 for a few days and coming from a Desire I found it the most painful phone experience I ever had. The interface is unintuitive as hell, you need to hit the keys dozens of times just to do things that can be done in a couple of taps even on the worse Symbian device. The browser is pathetic, everything keeps lagging and freezing 24/7 and there are no decent apps at all. Also, if you lack BIS and BES this phone is as good as a 3310. Lame, horrid experience. I wouldn't recommend it to anyone, it's a nightmare. Maybe the newer phones (like the 9900) are better, but forget about having any support: they won't be updated to BBOS10, and probably RIM will manage to fail even before the end of 2012.
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Lmao that deserve a thanks.
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The HD7 is a solid phone,I've been rocking it since November. Only problem I have with it is if I'm in my house or bedroom especially when trying to stream something, if I put my hand anywhere near the base my connection drops to 2G. Probably has something to do with the trees around my brick house or the poor antenna in the phone.
should i go for the dell venue pro and ditch the Mytouch 4G Slide?
BeEazy10 said:
should i go for the dell venue pro and ditch the Mytouch 4G Slide?
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Tbh, I don't care what WP you get as long as you ditch that POS android. That's the important thing.
prohibido_por_la_ley said:
Tbh, I don't care what WP you get as long as you ditch that POS android. That's the important thing.
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LMFAO understood!
Before i buy this phone will my current SIM card work with the dell venue pro?
Yes, of course, assuming you don't buy one that is SIM-locked to a different carrier for some reason.
Note that if you want lots of hacks, the Venue Pro is not a good choice. As far as I know, we haven't even managed to interop-unlock it yet. The HD7 (and most other gen1 phones, but not the Venue Pro) can use custom ROMs and WP7 Root Tools.
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Yes, of course, assuming you don't buy one that is SIM-locked to a different carrier for some reason.
Note that if you want lots of hacks, the Venue Pro is not a good choice. As far as I know, we haven't even managed to interop-unlock it yet. The HD7 (and most other gen1 phones, but not the Venue Pro) can use custom ROMs and WP7 Root Tools.
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I'm okay with that. Thanks for the heads up. I purchased the phone, cost me 150. Should be here by Saturday
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I wanted to give windows another try so I got another, after a week with this phone is boring! Marketplace sucks, limited apps, no smart dailing, can't disable SMS notifications, the list goes on and on. (Damn you android you've spoiled me!)
Over is the best designed phone I've own thus far. I've fell in love with Zune desktop, but the player on the phone is so so, needs equalizing for better sound. Maybe I'll be Lumia 920 a try.
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I like L900. My second WP after HTC Trophy. I am just surprised to know that your music needs equalizer to sound better ? I never have any issues. Smart Dialing is there, you pin the person to the start screen for quick access. The Marketplace has good amount of apps ( and good apps ). Don't know if L920 will make your experience any better if you have so many complains about the platform.
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I wanted to give windows another try so I got another, after a week with this phone is boring! Marketplace sucks, limited apps, no smart dailing, can't disable SMS notifications, the list goes on and on. (Damn you android you've spoiled me!)
Over is the best designed phone I've own thus far. I've fell in love with Zune desktop, but the player on the phone is so so, needs equalizing for better sound. Maybe I'll be Lumia 920 a try.
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I totally agree with you...
I got my Lumia 900 while my Galaxy Note was on warranty repairs and just to see what was the deal with Windows Phone 7.5 (after many years since I last used Windows Mobile Professional) and at first it was a nice experience after using Android, but after 30 minutes I consumed the whole OS and found it very boring and lacking.
Yes, I think Android got us really spoiled...
Right now I'm just waiting for WP 7.8 just to check it out (I know, I'm not expecting much either), but I know I will sell this baby really soon!
If at least we could root it and modify it like the Lumia 800, then I might keep it. But since the AT&T Lumia 900 modding scene is pretty much defunct, i don't expect things to change for the good, so Craigslist is the way to go.
Cheers!
Rayan
Man I miss my galaxy note, I switched it for S3. I hope 7.8 features are nice.
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I like L900. My second WP after HTC Trophy. I am just surprised to know that your music needs equalizer to sound better ? I never have any issues. Smart Dialing is there, you pin the person to the start screen for quick access. The Marketplace has good amount of apps ( and good apps ). Don't know if L920 will make your experience any better if you have so many complains about the platform.
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Trust me if your're a music head you will tell the difference. Im not sure if its Lumia or windows music player but its real bland with a cool interface.
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