TreoCentral.com - Other Handhelds http://discussion.treocentral.com Non-Treo Windows Mobile? Is it an Apple device? Blackberrry (see subforum) Talk about it here. en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 06:00:41 GMT vBulletin 60 http://discussion.treocentral.com/images/misc/rss.jpg TreoCentral.com - Other Handhelds http://discussion.treocentral.com Goodbye Palm (...for now?) http://discussion.treocentral.com/showthread.php?t=215785&goto=newpost Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:55:49 GMT After being let down once again by the 1.3.1 update, I decided to take a sip of the Android Kool-Aid and purchase a Hero. I love webOS but I'm tired of waiting for basic stuff to be fixed or implemented. The Pre as a whole is a great concept with tons of potential but Palm just isn't delivering the goods as far as I'm concerned.

My dilemma now is trying to figure what to do with my Pre. I have three Touchstones, a car charger, an extra battery, and various other odds and ends that would probably pay for my Hero purchase and then some if I were to throw them on eBay. I've already left the Pre platform once and came back though (I had a launch day Pre that I took back after only a few days)... perhaps I should just put all this stuff in a box somewhere and check back in on the community in a few months when the Pre may be closer to being out of beta status?

Decisions, decisions... :)

In any event, I want to thank all the fine folks here at Precentral for the wealth of information on webOS / the Pre that you've shared. Also, a HUGE thanks to the Homebrew crew for doing your best to add functionality to our phones and fill in the cracks that Palm has been unable or unwilling to. You guys rock!

Take care everyone!

- Tate ]]> Other Handhelds the_tate http://discussion.treocentral.com/showthread.php?t=215785 Thank you to all http://discussion.treocentral.com/showthread.php?t=215647&goto=newpost Thu, 19 Nov 2009 01:14:56 GMT I know this isn't directly related to apps per se, but this was the thread that I read the most (as well as lacking an all purpose/generic Palm thread in which to place this), so I thought it the most fitting place to post.

With this being my last night using a Palm device (700p with a Droid showing up tomorrow), I just wanted to thank everyone (left?) here for all of the advice given, whether or not I was the intended recipient. It was boards like these that really made my Palm experience more enjoyable than I could have expected for the OS, and upon some reflection felt compelled to express my gratitude to those that are remaining. Thank you all very much, and I wish you all the best with your handhelds and smartphones going forward.

Ryan ]]> Other Handhelds RBallard http://discussion.treocentral.com/showthread.php?t=215647 I want to get the Touch Pro 2 http://discussion.treocentral.com/showthread.php?t=214982&goto=newpost Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:34:55 GMT I love my Pre. I just get bored and like new things. So I am thinking about getting the Touch Pro 2 and checking it out. :thumbsup: I love my Pre.


I just get bored and like new things. So I am thinking about getting the Touch Pro 2 and checking it out.
:thumbsup: ]]> Other Handhelds MaxLOL http://discussion.treocentral.com/showthread.php?t=214982 Droid and Pre http://discussion.treocentral.com/showthread.php?t=214458&goto=newpost Sat, 14 Nov 2009 19:36:22 GMT Ok everyone, I have to say, I went to go see the Droid and used it for a while. First thing, I HAVE TO RANT ABOUT IS... Form factor. This thing is just so uncomfortable in the hand. There is nothing like the feel of the Pre. The pre is small, very smooth and does not feel so rough in the... Ok everyone, I have to say, I went to go see the Droid and used it for a while. First thing, I HAVE TO RANT ABOUT IS...

Form factor. This thing is just so uncomfortable in the hand. There is nothing like the feel of the Pre. The pre is small, very smooth and does not feel so rough in the hands.

I was trying to play with the droid at the store and it's just not that appealing. If I understand this right, it suppose to be for consumers not business? To me, as a consumer I can't stand the way it looks. I was trying to use one hand to move around the droid menu and wow... I am so glad I have the Pre. The Pre is extremely smooth compared to the droid. The droid "jitters" when scrolling. Which I was suprised. It does look like a big brick though, feel like it could be a lethal weapon :P

Anyway, It is so huge that I cannot use it in one hand, and that's what I love about the pre.

Ok but I have to say, the Droid Docking station, that is really awesome. Does anyone know if something like that is coming out for the Pre? I am not a touchstone fanatic, but the docking station for me would be excellent accessory. I actually get home sometimes and connect it to my surround sound system so I can hear some music through it. I hate having to have to connect the power cable then the audio cable. I would love to just have a cradle I could dock and it works. Any Word? :D

Thanks... My rant mode is now off ]]> Other Handhelds dint56 http://discussion.treocentral.com/showthread.php?t=214458 Is Sprint coming out with any more new phones before the holidays? http://discussion.treocentral.com/showthread.php?t=214432&goto=newpost Sat, 14 Nov 2009 18:17:08 GMT I am currently disappointed with Sprint's lineup compared to ones on other carriers. For those on Sprint will new phones be coming before Christmas? I sure hope so because in my opinion the Motorola Droid is looking pretty nice. You can't beat Sprint's prices but I just wish that they had a better selection on phones. If you have any information on new phones to come in the near future, your responses would be much appreciated. ;) ]]> Other Handhelds Matthewj555 http://discussion.treocentral.com/showthread.php?t=214432 comcast 2 go http://discussion.treocentral.com/showthread.php?t=214303&goto=newpost Sat, 14 Nov 2009 03:31:08 GMT im beginning to believe comcast is going to have higher subscriptions then sprint will in the 4g sales. High-Speed 2go™ Nationwide (4G/3G): For the fastest speeds outside the 4G coverage area! This service is ideal for your business if you to intend to travel between 4G and 3G coverage areas,... im beginning to believe comcast is going to have higher subscriptions then sprint will in the 4g sales.

High-Speed 2go™ Nationwide (4G/3G): For the fastest speeds outside the 4G coverage area! This service is ideal for your business if you to intend to travel between 4G and 3G coverage areas, providing continued service outside the optimal 4G network.

* 4G/3G dual mode services provide the same blazing-fast Internet speeds within the 4G network, and 3G speeds outside the network
* Nationwide wireless coverage with 3G service

Pricing With Agreement For Business Class Internet 1-Year Agreement 2-Year Agreement
Service 4G and 3G 4G and 3G
Monthly Price $50 $50
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Monthly Price $80
Cost of Data Card $229
Activation Fee $49
Features
Monthly Usage Cap N/A
Max Connection Speed 3.0 - 6.0 Mbps / 1 Mbps
Wireless Commitment N/A
12-Month Warranty INCLUDED
30-Day Money Back Guarantee INCLUDED
Additional Charges
3G On-Network Overage Charges
(5GB Per Month Cap) $.10 / MB
3G Off-Network Roaming Charges
(100MB Per Month Domestic Roaming Included) $1.00 / MB
International Roaming
Canada $20 / 10MB
Other Destinations $20 / 5MB
Device Insurance $4.99 / month ]]> Other Handhelds jonathanlc2005 http://discussion.treocentral.com/showthread.php?t=214303 Stock Ringtones on Samsung Phones http://discussion.treocentral.com/showthread.php?t=214215&goto=newpost Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:23:22 GMT This may not be the right place, but I have no idea where to even start, forgive me!

Specifically, I'm looking for the stock ringtones that came with the Samsung F300. Does anyone know of site where I'd be able to find these? ]]> Other Handhelds Menso http://discussion.treocentral.com/showthread.php?t=214215 this is best phone commericial ive seen since... http://discussion.treocentral.com/showthread.php?t=214110&goto=newpost Thu, 12 Nov 2009 19:07:52 GMT the sprint crime deterrant... so verizon landed an ad that smacks the hell out of att right were it belongs. the island of misfit toys... and shows the 3g map. talk about burn!!:mad: on youtube the sprint crime deterrant...

so verizon landed an ad that smacks the hell out of att right were it belongs. the island of misfit toys... and shows the 3g map. talk about burn!!:mad:

on youtube ]]> Other Handhelds jonathanlc2005 http://discussion.treocentral.com/showthread.php?t=214110 Lawsuit Claims Top iPhone Games Stole User Data http://discussion.treocentral.com/showthread.php?t=213496&goto=newpost Sun, 08 Nov 2009 21:24:49 GMT Backdoor in top iPhone games stole user data, suit claims • The Register (http://www.theregister.co.uk/2009/11/06/iphone_games_storm8_lawsuit/) Slashdot Games Story | Lawsuit Claims Top iPhone Games Stole User Data... Backdoor in top iPhone games stole user data, suit claims • The Register
Slashdot Games Story | Lawsuit Claims Top iPhone Games Stole User Data

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The complaint claims best-selling games made by Storm8 contained secret code that bypassed safeguards built into the iPhone to prevent the unauthorized snooping of user information.
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It's not the first time Storm8 has been accused of spying on its users. In August, SFGate.com writer Yobi Benjamin analyzed precisely what information his iPhone was sending to Storm8 and dropped it into this column.
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Storm8 responded by acknowledging it had been collected user phone numbers and blamed the situation on "a bug that has been fixed."
This seems a bit disconcerting to both Apple's "walled garden" approach to the app store and to the dangers of our modern smartphones. We have a lot of personal data on these systems, all condensed down, interlinked, and always connected to the Internet for our convenience. Even something as unrelated as a game can now broadcast our personal information to the highest bidder.

It's been said that security is a process, not a product. Hopefully Palm is aware of this. ]]> Other Handhelds Brain_ReCall http://discussion.treocentral.com/showthread.php?t=213496 Let the droid complaints begin! http://discussion.treocentral.com/showthread.php?t=213468&goto=newpost Sun, 08 Nov 2009 17:37:48 GMT You wouldn't think the droid is immune to complaints would you?

Some complaints I'm already reading about "the droid"

poor battery life
key board is of concern
no multi-touch
camera is slow/laggy

depending on who you believe I've even read that:

customer turnout on opening day was low.
appeals to a narrow market (geeks)
too large form factor.

Just keeping things "fair and balanced" ]]> Other Handhelds stockh http://discussion.treocentral.com/showthread.php?t=213468 Droid World. The Power House is Here http://discussion.treocentral.com/showthread.php?t=213266&goto=newpost Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:25:38 GMT I went to the local bestbuy today to get the newest version of the Sprint HTC Hero and I stood in line for over an hour. In that hour I saw over 10 Droids being sold. The Verizon rep was there helping the Best Buy Mobile reps in getting everything up and running. They had 40 units and sold a... I went to the local bestbuy today to get the newest version of the Sprint HTC Hero and I stood in line for over an hour. In that hour I saw over 10 Droids being sold. The Verizon rep was there helping the Best Buy Mobile reps in getting everything up and running. They had 40 units and sold a quarter of them in one hour. This does not even include what verizon is doing. They opened at 6am.

Android is taking over and the buzz is out there. I saw moms and dads 40-50 year old people to teenagers buying the phone, some purchasing 2-3 units at once. I would guess most of them are clueless of the power of android. Android is getting more and more powerful each day.

The 12000 apps available will surely grow rapidly with all these new customers jumping over to android.

Where does this put palm in this game? I think multi task is great but is this going to be enough? The pre is going to verizon and with all the droid buzz I don't see the pre being a heavy hitter. The snapdragon coming to AT&T with a 1ghz processor running android and verizon to get another android phone by the end of the year. That makes 3 for verizon, 2 for sprint, and at&t to get atleast 2.

Oh just to add. I had and issue with my earpiece on my hero and got the newest stock hero with the google branding. This phone is even better than the first one and I thought the first one was terrific. HTC saw the problem and fixed all the issues within 20 days of release. Why hasn't palm done this when they clearly see all the issues with their build quality??? ]]> Other Handhelds THETRUTH http://discussion.treocentral.com/showthread.php?t=213266 Verizon Droid Tethering Will Cost You http://discussion.treocentral.com/showthread.php?t=213259&goto=newpost Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:24:36 GMT *Verizon Droid Tethering Will Cost You* Verizon Droid Tethering Will Cost You - Business Center - PC World (http://www.pcworld.com/businesscenter/article/181590/verizon_droid_tethering_will_cost_you.html) Verizon Droid Tethering Will Cost You

Verizon Droid Tethering Will Cost You - Business Center - PC World ]]> Other Handhelds palandri http://discussion.treocentral.com/showthread.php?t=213259 Why the iphone has so many apps http://discussion.treocentral.com/showthread.php?t=213244&goto=newpost Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:59:49 GMT This is Why There are 100,000 Apps in the App Store | The Apps Machine-iPhone and App News, Tricks, and Guide (http://www.theappsmachine.com/iphone-news-and-rumors/this-is-why-there-are-100000-apps-in-the-app-store/) This is Why There are 100,000 Apps in the App Store | The Apps Machine-iPhone and App News, Tricks, and Guide ]]> Other Handhelds heberman http://discussion.treocentral.com/showthread.php?t=213244 <![CDATA[Brit Blog names iPhone Worlds "Worst Phone"]]> http://discussion.treocentral.com/showthread.php?t=213195&goto=newpost Fri, 06 Nov 2009 03:47:53 GMT FWIW..... brit-Blog-names-iPhone-worlds-worst.html: Personal Finance News from Yahoo! Finance (http://finance.yahoo.com/family-home/article/108096/brit-Blog-names-iPhone-worlds-worst.html?mod=family-love_money) FWIW.....

brit-Blog-names-iPhone-worlds-worst.html: Personal Finance News from Yahoo! Finance ]]> Other Handhelds firefinder24 http://discussion.treocentral.com/showthread.php?t=213195 Considering the Moment... http://discussion.treocentral.com/showthread.php?t=212554&goto=newpost Mon, 02 Nov 2009 13:57:06 GMT So Pre #3 broke this weekend, same thing that happened to my last Pre, external speaker is blown. I can't keep switching phones every month or 2, it's really getting frustrating. I don't play music through the speaker, the only thing I use the damned thing for is to check my voice mail, as an alarm clock, and if anyone calls, it rings. I think anyone who knows my posts here knows I love the phone, but enough is enough. I'm considering talking to retentions, to see if they can throw me a bone, otherwise, I'll replace the Pre AGAIN, sell it, and buy the Moment(assuming it's decent, I'm going to try it at lunch). Has anyone had any luck with retentions in situations like this? Thoughts on the Moment? It's got everything I want in an Android phone, including a faster processor.

Thanks in advance. ]]> Other Handhelds Elysian893 http://discussion.treocentral.com/showthread.php?t=212554