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Droid experiencing external speaker problems, could be a software issue? {Engadget}
Nov 15th 2009 2:18PM The keyboard on the droid is fine. Everyone complains about it but I have no issues with it. Yeah, it could be a little better, but I can type pretty damn fast on it. I'm perfectly happy with it.
Second, HTC Sense is lame. I don't know why everyone gets their panties all wet about it. I had the Hero for a few weeks, and when I finally saw what "vanilla" Android was like when I got the Droid, I was like - wtf does sense do then? From what I can tell, the only thing it does is let you have 7 desktops instead of 3, and it has some exclusive widgets made by HTC. BUT THAT'S IT! The 7 screens is handy but that's really the only difference. I wouldn't even go so far as to call it a "skin" - the button on the bottom to pull up the app menu looks different but otherwise it's the exact same interface with a few extra screens and widgets. BIG DEAL! Why does everyone insist on having this program before they buy a phone? It doesn't do anything!
Droid experiencing external speaker problems, could be a software issue? {Engadget}
Nov 15th 2009 2:14PM @htowngator - yeah, that feature is great, and it's amazing how few people know about it. Both the people I know with Droid's didn't know about this and I had to inform them of it. Even though it is still pretty convenient, the iPhone hardware switch to switch the phone to silent trumps all Android. It is so convenient, it's one of two things I miss from the iPhone. The other being multi-touch, but I know that will be available soon via the hax0rs.
Droid experiencing external speaker problems, could be a software issue? {Engadget}
Nov 15th 2009 2:11PM Had the Droid since day 1, no issues here. If a reboot fixes it in most cases, at least temporarily, then it most certainly is a software issue. My guess it the majority of people with these problems are using one of those "task killers". I read a lot of Android forums and if there's one very common thread, people who have problems almost always seem to be the people who use these task killers. It takes some digging to discover it but it's almost always the case,
People - don't use these programs. They are not necessary and will not extend your battery life. Android automatically kills background apps that haven't been used for a while. The only thing you will accomplish with them is fucking up your phone. Trust me. If you are having this issue, do a factory reset and never use one of these programs again. I can almost guarantee it's the cause of this problem.
Droid experiencing external speaker problems, could be a software issue? {Engadget}
Nov 15th 2009 2:07PM Absolutely agreed. There are so many iPhone fanboys that take every chance they can get to bash the Droid, I would bet $1000 that at least half of the "my droid has problems" votes are from these bitches.
How not to boycott Modern Warfare 2 {Joystiq}
Nov 14th 2009 5:37AM Duh? Like online petitions ever do *shit*? Of course these MF's bought it.
Editorial: Hey, AT&T -- drop lawsuits, not calls {Engadget}
Nov 13th 2009 2:52PM It's pathetic how many of you are defending AT&T. Their networks sucks, period. It's just a fact. Yes, it's faster - when it works. Almost everyone with AT&T complains about dropped calls. It's what you get with their network. Who in their right mind would defend them other than an Apple fanboy?
Palm Pixi review {Engadget}
Nov 12th 2009 11:41PM Yes, absolutely. This phone appeals to no one. It seems to make more sense to release a BETTER version of the Pre, rather than a dumbed down version. This is like Apple releasing the original iPhone NOW, when the 3GS is 10x better. Why anyone in the world would buy the Pixi is beyond me. I like the keyboard better, the Pre one is way too cramped and untactile, but that's it. If I was in the market for either of these phones, I'd have to be a moron to get the pixi. Even if it was free instead of the $150 of the Pre, when you take into account that you're going to be spending minimum $70 per month for the plan anyways, the difference in upfront price would only make a difference to you if you're a complete moron.
HTC's HD2 has landed at Engadget (hands-on) {Engadget}
Nov 4th 2009 4:20PM Guys, no offense, but this photo gallery is awful. You have basically the same shot 5-10 times. You could have reduced this down to a total of 4 or 5 photos and you would have shown just as much.
That said, the phone sure looks sexy. The screen is gigantic.
AT&T sues Verizon over 'there's a map for that' ads {Engadget}
Nov 3rd 2009 5:09PM The ads clearly say, in large type, "3G coverage". If people equate "3G" with "coverage or no coverage" then they are stupid :)
Sony Ericsson XPERIA X10 announced, we go hands-on {Engadget}
Nov 3rd 2009 2:31PM Jedidove, that's a fair enough response. Yeah, lots of new phones are coming out in the next couple of months, and if you have the patience, definitely wait and see what the best one is - not bad a strategy :)
However, I am sick of waiting for a good Android phone. A couple of people I know have the G1 and I have the Hero and so have a lot of experience with Android. I love it, but one thing is clear - the current phones suck because they're slow. Droid may be trumped in a month or two but I still think it will be perfectly acceptable for at least a year, so I can't wait to get it. Plus, it's the only device with Android 2.0 which looks awesome - that's a huge plus too. None of the other phones that are coming out any time soon (that are announced anyways) have Android 2.0, at least that I know of. The x10 is still 3-6 months away and even it is not going to come with Android 2.0! That's pretty lame, IMHO.
Anyways, like I said, if you have the patience, waiting to see what happens from now til Xmas is a good strategy. I just don't have the patience anymore though :)
