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Originally Posted by randalllewis
There seems to be quite a bit more room in the Xperia.
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Can anyone explain what the exact difference is between the cellular components in the X1 and the Diamond Pro, from a physical perspective? I mean, are there dimensional differences between a radio that's tri-GSM/dual-3.5G as opposed to quad-GSM/quad-3.5G? And can anyone really provide these differences in dimensions if they do indeed exist? Can anyone specify how they're arranged inside to determine whether the X1 is better off (at least based on the specs) because of its slight extra volume over the Diamond Pro?
Probably not.
To be honest, I was focusing on the thickness only, so I see what you're pointing out; but even with a slight difference in height and even less in width, the dimensions are so close that there doesn't seem to me to be a truly valid reason why HTC went the direction it did with the cellular radios inside the Diamond series.
I'm not accusing HTC of being dishonest, but I
am asking, and often do ask, questions. Naturally, if HTC had made a decision that wasn't the best choice, they aren't going to admit to it right before they release the product. At this point, the deal is done and they're committed and would never suggest they made a mistake or a poor decision - that would hurt sales.
I just realize that since we're not in the labs while these things are being designed, sure, it may contribute to why we're unclear about design decisions that are made; but it also means that we sometimes too quickly and blindly accept a lot that companies feed to us about their decisions, which is more the case if the company in question is one we like. But of course, no company is perfect, and sometimes if we more closely examine things, we may discover that things aren't always as they're claimed to be. Naturally, a company is going to protect it's own interests, regardless of the reasons.
I like HTC and their products, which is why I own their Tytn II. The Diamond Pro looks fantastic and I wouldn't hesitate buying one, but if the cellular will indeed be as they claim, then I'm afraid it would probably be a no go for me and who knows how many others.
Eliminating or shaving size is great, but not at the expense of features. Not with a device like this. Otherwise, as Jason Lee said, they're taking steps in the wrong direction. Companies need to be more aware.