HTC HD7 - WM7- T9292 - Review

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(More customer reviews)I own this phone since the middle of December, and couldn't imagine owning another phone. I have to have a hardware keyboard or the phone is useless to me as I do a lot more than just talk on my phone. The keyboard on this thing i second to none, HTC really knows how to make a great phone keyboard. Within 2Hrs of owning it, I was back at my house and found on XDA, simple to follow instructions which unlocked, rooted (perm) and installed a custom ROM (Virtuous - Sense based). I use this thing heavily, wifi, tons of sms/email, bluetooth (Jabra BT3030 + NuForce NE-700X earbuds) so I can have awesome music quality while working. Installed Zagg Invisible Shield (full body) as soon as I got it.
This Z Hinge issue everyone is making such a big deal out of is not an issue at all. You really have to be TRYING to make it open on it's own, for it to open on it's own. I carry my phone in my pocket most the time. I mean seriously who carries their phone "while holding only the edges of the back?" That's right, NO ONE! You would be dropping your phone every 2 seconds if you held it like that... I've even dropped this thing a few times, and even then the keyboard didn't open on it's own.
This phone is SCREAMING fast when paired with a custom rom and a slight overclock (1Ghz). The phone is capable of 3000+ quadrant scores with a 1.7-1.9Ghz overclock (see XDA) and gets a very respectable 2200-2400 with a mild OC (1.2Ghz) on a Sense based ROM!!! That's freakin' awesome, and if you play any of the emulator rom games for psx/gba/snes, this makes gameplay smooth as butter! You have to be seriously trying to not like this phone. I will happily update after a few more months of heavy use.
Can't wait to get either a seidio or mugen power 1700/1800mah slim battery so I can go a couple days (heavy use) between charges, without having to change my battery cover! With the stock battery and custom rom + mild OC (1.2Ghz) + HEAVY usage, I get between 8-10hrs on a charge, which is very respectable considering how utterly blazing fast this thing is! There are some wonderful programs which can help you get a lot more out of your phone, Tasker, Juice Defender just to name a couple.
The only thing I would say was "poorly" designed would be the speakerphone speaker, while it's not that great, it does do what it is supposed to. Also, the placement of the camera could have been a little better, but the LED is SUPER BRIGHT for when you need to use your phone as a flashlight (for some reason that seems quite often for me... lol)
Other Thoughts: Please just understand people while I feel this phone is pretty rugged compared to how it LOOKS. It is still just a nicely built smartphone and is prone to all kinds of issues if you're not careful enough with it, I am in no way saying this thing is delicate... just common sense people, common sense.

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HTC Sensation 4G, 8MP, Android 2.3, Capacitive Touchscreen, 1.2-GHz Dual-Core Unlocked World Smartphone US Version Review

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(More customer reviews)First of all, I would like to mention that I purchased the unlocked version because I do not live in the U.S. and I do not use any of the carriers available there (T-mobile, AT&T, etc), and regardless the service is GREAT! It is not surprising to me though. I pretty much expected it, considering the fact that I owned a HTC Touch Pro 2, and the service was awesome as well. My previous LG viewty phone would hardly ever get me through to the end of a call, I almost always had dropped calls with it. I would also like to mention that I also owned two nokias, a samsung, and a motorola. NONE can compare to my HTC Sensation. I feel rich just holding it and the HTC sense feature is so fun and efficient!
My Pros:
-Awesome GPS and Navigation system
-The clarity of the 8 MP camera is amazing, and its autofocus is to die for, it is so precise
-The internet speed is great!
-The vibrant screen!
-ANDROID OS is a plus!
-The blinking light to let me know I have a missed call, a new facebook message, and/or a new chat message
-The fact that I can incorporate ALL my emails into one window, and choose a default email address from which I can reply to all emails
- It just has so many options for me, expecially when it comes to editing files and I feel as if it is so easy to use for anyone that is not really tech-savvy.
- Honestly though, hands down, best phone ever!!! All my previous phones have either broken, and got tired of me over-using them, with this one, so far so good.
My Cons:
- The Battery Life can go by really quickly. I charged twice already for the day. I am a heavy user though, I check emails, and use social networks as well as take pictures/videos, edit work files and listen to the radio. I need to invest in a car charger.
- I wish there was a camera button on the side of the phone, so that one click and bam, I can take a picture. But it is not a major deal, and I don't really miss it as much. I guess when you're used to something, you tend to miss it for a while. with this phone, I have to click unlock, and drag and drop, then VOILA, the camera is on. A few extra steps that I feel might make me lose my camera moment. I don't know, I am still on the fence with this one.
- The memory... It comes with an SD card, but when there are no apps running, I have 467MB of used space and 91MB of free space, and I panic, because I need space to store my work documents, so again, I have to invest in some storage for this baby.
Regardless of my cons, I love this phone, and I am glad I got it. I was scared to purchase a phone that did not have a physical keyboard, this is my phone FULL touch screen phone, and it was a choice between HTC desire Z and this, and the keyboard is so accurate, even with me typing fast, so no regrets. Love it!

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Sprint HTC Evo 4g Android Cell Phone Review

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(More customer reviews)Before addressing the hardware and functionality of this phone, let's address quickly the five-part equation that makes up your overall smart phone user experience:
(1) the hardware...the phone itself
(2) operating system software
(3) installed applications
(4) the network (overall, and where you happen to be using the phone at a particular time)
(5) the service provider
In some cases, there are serial dependencies on the factors above, as many phones are tied to specific operating systems or service providers. Or perhaps you spend a lot of time in an area without 4G service. Just remember that even if you make a great phone choice, deficiencies in the other areas can diminish your overall user experience.
Don't move to a smart phone without some research into these choices. Which provider? Which mobile operating system? Who can offer me the best service, or the best combination of value and service? The rest of this review assumes you've already figured out why a phone with the Android operating system might be a better choice for you than an iPhone, a Blackberry or a Windows-based smart phone solution...
Bottom line for the HTC EVO 4G: feature loaded, user-friendly and a hard choice to go wrong with in a crowded smart phone market.
The phone ships with an impressive array of capability and apps, and finding and installing new ones from the Android marketplace is easy even for non-techies.
Two very strong performers in the pre-installed applications are Google-powered Voice Search and Navigate: both are eerily good at delivering search results and driving/walking directions. This phone's voice-to-text interface is also very good, and can be used for both composing text messages and delivering search results without typing. Surprisingly, a voice-based dialing app that is part of the operating system's collection of widgets seldom gets one right. The Evo's on-screen keyboard is adaptive to your compositions over time, and will suggest auto-completes for words you frequently type.
The phone includes two cameras: an outward facing high resolution (8 megapixel) still/video camera, and a front facing 1.3 megapixel camera for video applications. It ships with an 8 GB microSD card. One surprising oversight of this phone is the placement of the microSD card inside the battery compartment. Although you can move files to an from it via the USB port, this phone would be improved if the card were accessible without removing the back cover.
In addition to the USB port, the phone has a 3.5mm aux audio jack and an HDMI port.
The rear of the phone includes a "kickstand", allowing you to stand the phone on a horizontal surface when viewing the display in landscape mode (great for using the speakerphone or watching videos).
Customization of the scrolling display screens is intuitive. In our house, even less technically savvy users were re-arranging icons and applications in no time.
Each of phone, video and still image quality are satisfactory.
The overall finish of this phone is --literally-- quite slick. It can go sliding easily on leather car seat, and both the screen and frame will attract and display fingerprints. Whether or not you opted in to the damage/loss insurance that most providers offer, I'd strongly recommend both a screen protector and some case or holster to offer a modicum of protection to the phone.
Mnay options exist for protection, but for our multiple Evo phones we've found the following to provide a good mix of protection and price:
--"Fishbone" protective case (red linked here; other colors are available)
--SGP STEINHEIL Anti FingerprintSprint Screen Protector (Anti Fingerprint)
Let these protective devices soak up the wear and tear instead of your phone and display.
Other reviews have discussed battery life, and it's worth addressing. This phone has five separate radio transmit/receive devices:
-the standard cellular (3G/CDMA) transceiver
-the 4G transceiver
-Bluetooth (for short-range use of hands-free devices and data exchange)
-GPS receiver
-Wifi transceiver
Each of these devices will exert its own demand on the battery. Selectively turning them off when not needed, along with setting a shorter time to turn off the display (2 minutes or 1 minute) will go a long way to mitigate the battery issue. Additionally, there are extended life aftermarket batteries (usually with an accompanying modified case cover to accommodate their their additional bulk) that will easily get you through your work day away from external power.
A note about apps:
Android is a Google operating system, and access to the Android marketplace for additional apps requires entry through a Google/Gmail account (either existing or one you create when setting up the phone). In return for the apps, be aware that you surrender significant personal information on your phone, your location (at minumum the nearest cell tower, and in some cases your GPS-derived location) and details of how you used the phone and applications. Providing this information is the cost of admission for functionality of the apps. I'm not offering a value judgement on this...just pointing it out for your information.
Finally, a note about pricing:
Comparison shop and pay attention when you're ready to make the move to a smart phone. For the hardware purchase, you can expect to find considerable differences in the prices (even when upgrade discount and rebates are included) from different vendors. Be sure to check out each each of your provider's "store" (brick and mortar, by phone and online), big box stores and even Amazon's new wireless store. It's worth investing a couple minutes in this research to save a considerable amount on the purchase price.
Becoming a smart phone user begins with shopping smartly! )
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NEW Dual Core LG G2x with Google Unlocked Review

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(More customer reviews)Two major complaints - The screen bleeds light. The device randomly reboots. I wouldn't throw this device under the bus if the problem was simply that I'd received a lemon because that happens. If you do a search, however, you'll find this to be a common complaint for this device & one I've experienced a few times personally. What's more, the screen's resolution and vividness isn't up to par for an HD device.
An expensive, dual core, HD phone should have either a higher resolution or an AMOLED screen. This phone is out-classed by it's other dual core, HD competitors.
This high-end device is stuck on Android 2.2 (Froyo) in spite of never ending claims that it will get 2.3 (Gingerbread).
I purchased this phone 2 weeks ago and I'm already on my 3rd device because of the screen bleeding light and device rebooting. If it weren't for these two issues, this would be a wonderful smartphone. ...but then, if I had wings I could fly.
To T-Mobile's credit, instead of giving customer's a hard time, the company acknowledge the issue and willingly & swiftly replaces the faulty units whilst taking up the quality issues with LG. T-Mobile is handling this issue in a timely, fair & professional manner.
If you seek a dual core HD device from T-Mobile, I suggest you go for HTC's Sensation 4G. Do a side-by-side comparison on gsmarena. It has a bigger screen with more pixels (qHd). It shoots 1080p at 30fps, instead of G2X's 24fps. It comes with Android 2.3. It has 250 more mb of RAM.

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Sprint HTC Evo Shift 4g Smart Phone Review

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(More customer reviews)Love the phone. Can get directions cause I'm a truck driver. Get directions to the front door of where I'm going. The only draw back for is I can't watch movies on Netflix.


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