07-23-2007, 09:08 PM
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CoolSmartPhone Lives Up To Name By Posting On Kaiser
"I mentioned in my HTC Touch review that HTC seem to be pushing the envelope with their handsets at the moment. It's fair to say that HTC are adding features and functionality quicker than even Microsoft themselves. Now, with the Kaiser, HTC has thrown everything into the specifications listings - the only thing missing is the kitchen sink."
Personally I'm upset that HTC decided not to include the kitchen sink in this device :mrgreen:. Really, the only thing I can find wrong with this device is the form-factor (As some are not fans of the sideways slider). Once you get past that, what more could HTC offer in this device to "please all the people"? Now I just hope that once I can get my hands on one of these, they live up to the hype!
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07-23-2007, 09:53 PM
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Re: CoolSmartPhone Lives Up To Name By Posting On Kaiser
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Originally Posted by Jon Westfall
Really, the only thing I can find wrong with this device is the form-factor (As some are not fans of the sideways slider).
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And the ridiculously low-res screen. Sorry, but a 2.8" QVGA is inexcusable these days. 3.5" HVGA or better is demanded now that iPhone has reset expectations. HTC and other ODMs are going to face an uphill battle trying peddle obsolete screens.
Wake up, fellas. 1998 called, they want their Pocket PC display back!
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07-23-2007, 10:06 PM
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Re: CoolSmartPhone Lives Up To Name By Posting On Kaiser
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Originally Posted by Foo Fighter
And the ridiculously low-res screen. Sorry, but a 2.8" QVGA is inexcusable these days. 3.5" HVGA or better is demanded now that iPhone has reset expectations. HTC and other ODMs are going to face an uphill battle trying peddle obsolete screens.
Wake up, fellas. 1998 called, they want their Pocket PC display back!
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ya. how many freaking QVGA do we need? keep pumping out QVGA junks and expect us to just buy it? haha
i dont know what so great about the QAiser, err kasier. gps?
i already using a bluetooth GPS for the last 5 years! haha
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07-23-2007, 10:42 PM
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Re: CoolSmartPhone Lives Up To Name By Posting On Kaiser
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Originally Posted by netboy
i dont know what so great about the QAiser, err kasier. gps?
i already using a bluetooth GPS for the last 5 years! haha
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What's so great about laptops? I already using a desktop for the last 5 years! haha
What's so great about built-in camera? I already using a 35mm for the last 5 years! haha
What's so great about it playing mp3s? I already using a ipod for the last 5 years! haha
I dunno, maybe it's the fact you don't have to carry so many devices in your pocket that you look like a shoplifter?
I have a puck too, and you know what, it's really annoying to use. I have to first enable Bluetooth (I don't always have Bluetooth on since it drains the battery like crazy). I also have to worry about turning everything on in the correct order and pray it gets connected properly, if not, then I have to turn off and on either the Bluetooth on the device or the puck and re-initalize. Lets not even talk about the fact that the connection also breaks when you turn off the pda and turn it back on.
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07-23-2007, 11:20 PM
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Re: CoolSmartPhone Lives Up To Name By Posting On Kaiser
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Originally Posted by Jon Westfall
Once you get past that, what more could HTC offer in this device to "please all the people"?
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 Well, since you asked:
1. At the least a VGA Screen
2. A front facing number pad like the Samsung i760 is going to provide.
3. 8 GB flash internal Flash Memory
The good thing about the iPhone is that it proves that the things many of us have been asking for out of WM device can be done in a relatively small form factor. It's now time for one of MS's OEMs to step up and deliver on that. The Kaiser comes close, but still does not deliver everything.
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07-24-2007, 01:27 AM
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I would have to disagree with most of you. This is my dream device.
I had Loox 720 (3.5 VGA) a year ago, until I switch to (2.8 QVGA) imate Jamin. The small screen makes the QVGA looks good; besides, 2.8 inch screen is big enough and allows the device to be small. VGA will consume more battery power and also slow down the device.
I believe the 2.8 inch is now the new standard. VGA on a 2.8 inch will make the character looks way too small.
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07-24-2007, 02:33 PM
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Re: CoolSmartPhone Lives Up To Name By Posting On Kaiser
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What's so great about laptops? I already using a desktop for the last 5 years! haha
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can you tell me where i can get a desktop that can "carry around" and work in the car?
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haha
What's so great about built-in camera? I already using a 35mm for the last 5 years! haha
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i rarely use the build-in camera. i perfer to use my Pentex 4.0 megapixels camera with flash and auto focus!
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Originally Posted by TalynOne
What's so great about it playing mp3s? I already using a ipod for the last 5 years! haha
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i still carry a ipod nano and pdaPhone if i want to listen to mp3! y waste the battery from the pdaPhone. what are u going to do if u need to make a emergency call and your phone is dead cus u used up all the battery listening to mp3!
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Originally Posted by TalynOne
I have a puck too, and you know what, it's really annoying to use. I have to first enable Bluetooth (I don't always have Bluetooth on since it drains the battery like crazy). I also have to worry about turning everything on in the correct order and pray it gets connected properly, if not, then I have to turn off and on either the Bluetooth on the device or the puck and re-initalize. Lets not even talk about the fact that the connection also breaks when you turn off the pda and turn it back on.
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did you just come out from the cave?? this is a bluetooth problem and it only happens with 1st generation bluetooth gps. try the modern day bluetooth GPS like I-Blue GPS. it automally connects to your pdaphone when it detected bluetooth signal! (it only connects to those that have been paired)
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07-24-2007, 02:44 PM
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Originally Posted by kinged
I had Loox 720 (3.5 VGA) a year ago, until I switch to (2.8 QVGA) imate Jamin. The small screen makes the QVGA looks good; besides, 2.8 inch screen is big enough and allows the device to be small.
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Not true. The iPhone has a 3.5" display, but its form factor is just as narrow as any typical Smartphone.
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VGA will consume more battery power and also slow down the device.
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Again, untrue. If Apple found a way to deliver good overall battery life in a full 3.5" display, so can HTC and other ODMs. Or perhaps Windows Mobile is a power glutton.
In either case, iPhone is proof that you CAN produce a full hi-res screened device with good battery life.
The fact that Windows Mobile ODMs can't deliver on that is their own failing, not that of technology.
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07-24-2007, 04:24 PM
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This device is great! Finally the perfect upgrade to my 8125. I can't wait until i can get one. It has everything I need in one small package. 
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07-24-2007, 05:06 PM
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Re: CoolSmartPhone Lives Up To Name By Posting On Kaiser
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Originally Posted by TalynOne
What's so great about laptops? I already using a desktop for the last 5 years! haha
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OK...That was a GREAT reply!
Good one!
Michael
***really long quote trimmed by mod JD***
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