@XxKOLOHExX My pleasure, I've actually been using my friend's mozart all of last week and I'm honestly sold on WP7. Some functionality is still missing compared to iOS and android, but what is there is so thoughtfully put in, it's really refreshing. Besides, you should look up the Mango update coming later this year, it brings WP7 more or less up to speed. Full multitasking, messenger integration etc. I may be picking up a HD7 soon myself after much thought I think I'm ready to make the jump :)
@kajenius I enjoy discussing and debating the latest technologies, smartphones, consoles and the likes. You can really learn a lot from other people opinions. What I find even more fascinating is that you went all the way to page 10 to see how many months of comments I went through. And you say I should get a life?
V4 engines do exist, Aaron! It wouldn't be such an outlandish thing to say, actually... hehe. About the phone, nice, apparently it's going to fulfill my needs for now, definitely getting one.
Windows phone 7! The Galaxy is really good but the windows phone will blow your friends away and you'll love this one if you have xbox live. this has netflix and zune, its the best! Take this a tip :)
@phonedog Love the review but can you add widgets like clock widgets on it. Also can you move apps on the home screen around to different positions. And lastly on the phone app. Can you make the dialer default for when you click the phone app. WOULD GREATLY APPRECIATE IT IF YOU COULD ANSWER THESE QUESTIONS.
@kokeshiseagull its because x10 is still runing 1.6... Android was a lot more optimized in 2.0 and up.. 1.6 was still slow as an overall OS. i think when sony releases x12 or the PSP phone it'll be a lot better android experience than x10.
@FlyyBoiiFresh no that was i thought too. I think it a decent OS but I dont think i will give up my Android for it but competition between iOS - WP7 - Android only means it will push innovation so the customer wins no matter which OS u like
@XxKOLOHExX Yes, as long as you're using the built in music player, zune. Which is a pretty nifty media player actually. Zune has full multitasking capabilities on WP7. I'm actually thinking of getting this phone too, it's going really cheap right now where I am.
@tazz9690 well i personally dont care about the number of apps on windows mobile because i have an ipod touch. im definately getting this phone!! my only qestion is, to use the zune, can i put my own music on it or do i have to buy it all from the zune store?
@tommyroca07 I wouldn't recommend the Xperia x10, I used it and I found it sluggish and sometimes frustrating because the screen was too sensitive (scrolling got ennoying sometimes)
@ymala1 Thank you so much for answering this question, thats the only worry I had, I had Android phones previous and I'm tired of having to root to get the latest update, always being on the recovery screen and yeah, I just want a phone to work. And this phone has everything I need and want. Thanks again for answering :D
bro. im also using this phone. im getting 20hours on wifi, push notifications on. lil bit calling, 200texts a day and lil music 5,6 snaps a day. is this good bad or average? pls lemme know
@Binoytubeyou Hmm.. the mozart from HTC has an interesting proposition, an 8 megapixel sensor with xenon flash. I don't think it's the best camera on a phone out there, but having used my friend's mozart I can say it's plenty decent. Check out sample shots on different review sites. In terms of incoming devices, HTC has a rumored set supposedly called the Bresson which is supposed to come with a 16mp sensor, but I think that's overkill, bigger sensors don't necessarily mean better pictures.
@GoerzIndustries You were probably asking Aaron, but.. That depends on you. Do you like Android? Do you like WP7? See if you can try it for a bit, look at what you want from a phone. Android is more customizable and techy, WP7 has a very unique look and is more of a controlled experience.
This would be a sweet phone if could run iTunes and had FaceTime and an iPod in it. Is Zune even around anymore? Lol. Cause as much as I live iPhone...something different would be nice. And this phone looks sweet.
When working with Microsoft Words, can I use the 'Highlighting' function? For example can I Highlight words in yellow or other colours? Pls reply me if anyone has any idea on this its quite important for me, thanks in advance.
@villafontananorte Well, if you're upto a bit of tinkering, coming from android you probably are, you can set a picture as tiles on your home screen, and you can always put a picture of your choice as the lockscreen wallpaper. As for moving apps to different pages, you do realize that instead of swiping left and right, on WP7 you have one long continuous page to put your apps on and swipe up and down. WP7 has nowhere near the number of apps as android, but it's the fastest growing marketplace.
@kamalanidb It is a piss of software that is used to add animation, video and interactivity on web pages. Without flash plug in you can’t watch videos on RUclips or play free flash games. Just like HTML is used for making web pages and CCS used for adding design/style, flash is used for making things move on a webpage with other words.
And they spend the effort to hide important info like signal and service providers info. Yet they keep a whole 1/8 screen just to tell you you can swipe to the right screen?
no, zune is made by microsoft which is a commendatory against apple that makes itunes, i think zune is better then itunes to tell you the truth because if you buy like a 3 month zune card you can buy as many songs as you want, itunes you have to pay for every song you buy.
The Intro music is getting BETTER! :-D
Excellent review!!! Allows you to see what the screen menus are like etc etc
@XxKOLOHExX My pleasure, I've actually been using my friend's mozart all of last week and I'm honestly sold on WP7. Some functionality is still missing compared to iOS and android, but what is there is so thoughtfully put in, it's really refreshing. Besides, you should look up the Mango update coming later this year, it brings WP7 more or less up to speed. Full multitasking, messenger integration etc.
I may be picking up a HD7 soon myself after much thought I think I'm ready to make the jump :)
@kajenius I enjoy discussing and debating the latest technologies, smartphones, consoles and the likes. You can really learn a lot from other people opinions. What I find even more fascinating is that you went all the way to page 10 to see how many months of comments I went through.
And you say I should get a life?
D-TECH software is right now making a mind-blowing app for this amazing phone operating system.
V4 engines do exist, Aaron! It wouldn't be such an outlandish thing to say, actually... hehe. About the phone, nice, apparently it's going to fulfill my needs for now, definitely getting one.
@ZTFlames Yes the phone has Wi-Fi but you have to also buy the required data plan.
@Lawtsy15 Yes you can rearrange them, remove them, add your own ones etc.
@DIEGODEGGO2 Yes, facebook can be integrated withing the phone itself, andof course you can always get the app, and lastly yes.
i cant wait to wait to get mine
The UI looks excellent
@InfamusHD Thanks :) This is the only good response I've gotten so far. Do you know if the HD7 will support 7.5 mango?
Sad that you said the camera was bad and the Pictures you took with the phone look professional.
"Hang with Aaron."
Forever alone.
GOing to get the phone, but I really want to know if music can run in the background while I web browsing and stuff?
for all those who have this phone, how does the phone work for you? any problems in general?
I have a mid range Android Phone
in your opinion should I buy a WP7 or a higher end Android Device?
Windows phone 7! The Galaxy is really good but the windows phone will blow your friends away and you'll love this one if you have xbox live. this has netflix and zune, its the best! Take this a tip :)
Should I get HD7 or Sensation?
@phonedog Love the review but can you add widgets like clock widgets on it. Also can you move apps on the home screen around to different positions. And lastly on the phone app. Can you make the dialer default for when you click the phone app. WOULD GREATLY APPRECIATE IT IF YOU COULD ANSWER THESE QUESTIONS.
I got it yesterday and i love it i just can't put it down :)
@kokeshiseagull its because x10 is still runing 1.6... Android was a lot more optimized in 2.0 and up.. 1.6 was still slow as an overall OS. i think when sony releases x12 or the PSP phone it'll be a lot better android experience than x10.
can you buy this phone without the 3g and just use wifi all the time?
I don't believe that bottom grill is a speaker.
Correct me if I'm wrong.
Just bought this phone!
Aaron do you think they would make a extended battery for it?
@omardude2 Yeah... Mango will be sweet :D Will it come with flash and custom ring tones?
@2chromedout you can use your own music ofcourse
@BlazingFury07 Then don't buy one?
What about tethering, does the HD7 or Windows Phone 7 support tethering?
whats better the samsung vibrant or this phone???
so can u watch youtube vids on this phone?
@FlyyBoiiFresh no that was i thought too. I think it a decent OS but I dont think i will give up my Android for it but competition between iOS - WP7 - Android only means it will push innovation so the customer wins no matter which OS u like
A question? How long the battery can last if I only use message & calling? I thinking of buying it.
@XxKOLOHExX Yes, as long as you're using the built in music player, zune. Which is a pretty nifty media player actually. Zune has full multitasking capabilities on WP7. I'm actually thinking of getting this phone too, it's going really cheap right now where I am.
@tazz9690 well i personally dont care about the number of apps on windows mobile because i have an ipod touch. im definately getting this phone!! my only qestion is, to use the zune, can i put my own music on it or do i have to buy it all from the zune store?
@tommyroca07 I wouldn't recommend the Xperia x10, I used it and I found it sluggish and sometimes frustrating because the screen was too sensitive (scrolling got ennoying sometimes)
I have The Htc Sensation. Getting tired of it. Is The WP7 worth getting? Or should I just stick with my Sensation. Thanks
wow windows 7 is very cool looking, i love interface, way better than my iphone 4.1
This or Galaxy S 4G?
@ymala1 Thank you so much for answering this question, thats the only worry I had, I had Android phones previous and I'm tired of having to root to get the latest update, always being on the recovery screen and yeah, I just want a phone to work. And this phone has everything I need and want. Thanks again for answering :D
what is price of this phone
Its pretty much the same OS they used for the Zune HD which I own and love. I want this phone so bad. Too bad im cheap.
How long does the battery last without using the xbox live ?
if possible I was wondering if you could post a short vid of SIMS 3 playing on the phone????
thanks for reading...
so?
what is the best wp7 today(including incoming if you have idea)
interms of camera??
bro. im also using this phone. im getting 20hours on wifi, push notifications on. lil bit calling, 200texts a day and lil music 5,6 snaps a day. is this good bad or average? pls lemme know
does it support flash now?
can u delete some of the windows like xbox ilive
and can u play good games like iphone
Does this phone have Wi-Fi or would I have to buy a data plan?
quick question, is the zune player compatible with itunes??
does all htc have the "HTC Sense" function?
Weird question but is it possible to get I-Tunes on this phone?
@Binoytubeyou Hmm.. the mozart from HTC has an interesting proposition, an 8 megapixel sensor with xenon flash. I don't think it's the best camera on a phone out there, but having used my friend's mozart I can say it's plenty decent. Check out sample shots on different review sites. In terms of incoming devices, HTC has a rumored set supposedly called the Bresson which is supposed to come with a 16mp sensor, but I think that's overkill, bigger sensors don't necessarily mean better pictures.
@DrewsyBoy13 yes..it is baked in the OS
Nice review
pinch to zoom In the IE browser maybe faster than that on an Android browser ?
htc hd7 i went from a bb to this phone i dont regret it :D
@xtenpeben Yeah.. I didn't say Android was a bad OS, I actually like it, but the Xperia X10 itself is not so good :)
@GoerzIndustries You were probably asking Aaron, but.. That depends on you. Do you like Android? Do you like WP7? See if you can try it for a bit, look at what you want from a phone. Android is more customizable and techy, WP7 has a very unique look and is more of a controlled experience.
wat is flash?
can you change the background?
Do they have angrybirds on it??
@RobJoness where did you get apple fanboy from? i use android, after windows mobile 6.5 i dont trust microsoft with phones.
can you make a video on how to download x box live games from phone.. not useing wifi.. connecting it through pc.
what should i get blackberry curve 9360 or htc hd7 please someone reply
Nice review thanks so much for sharing it with us
Because phones are cooler than sports yeaa!
Can you personalize the colours of the blue boxes at least? I hate blue =(
they should have the Zune HD lock screen on this phone
Evo for the win!
i think he should have a 1-10 rating at the end so you can compare this phone to others
Does this have microsoft office
Im not looking for 3RLs on my phone...
@LIthium105 this i ask, but you can join in youtube by internet explorer!!!whats the differnece?
Best OS ever made, super-super fast, simple and the baterry lasts longer...i love W7. android sucks
Oh, and inline-4 in a high end sports car? Ever hear of the Ariel Atom?
if i have 1700 songs on my itunes (i have the iphone wanna switch) can i put all my songs on this phone? i use my iphone as my mp3 player daily
@iDiggMGL its going to be like a year or longer for it to catch on, its not even finished yet
This would be a sweet phone if could run iTunes and had FaceTime and an iPod in it. Is Zune even around anymore? Lol. Cause as much as I live iPhone...something different would be nice. And this phone looks sweet.
Does this have android ?
When working with Microsoft Words, can I use the 'Highlighting' function? For example can I Highlight words in yellow or other colours? Pls reply me if anyone has any idea on this its quite important for me, thanks in advance.
@TomaCukor that Is right.
@CalebRulez2 Wait, doesn't the Atom have a V-6? Fail!
@villafontananorte Well, if you're upto a bit of tinkering, coming from android you probably are, you can set a picture as tiles on your home screen, and you can always put a picture of your choice as the lockscreen wallpaper.
As for moving apps to different pages, you do realize that instead of swiping left and right, on WP7 you have one long continuous page to put your apps on and swipe up and down.
WP7 has nowhere near the number of apps as android, but it's the fastest growing marketplace.
@aloke1985 lol for real how is this a competitor to 4g or G2?
@bsnarm so can you write a paper on it
can i turn my HTC HD7 into a hotspot? i have tmobile... someone please reply!
@kamalanidb It is a piss of software that is used to add animation, video and interactivity on web pages. Without flash plug in you can’t watch videos on RUclips or play free flash games. Just like HTML is used for making web pages and CCS used for adding design/style, flash is used for making things move on a webpage with other words.
@BlazingFury07 Totally Agreee, i like the phone, but not WP7.
And they spend the effort to hide important info like signal and service providers info. Yet they keep a whole 1/8 screen just to tell you you can swipe to the right screen?
@XXB4XX All of those capabilities are coming with approaching updates.
im mad he said that in that tone i started to crack up like crazy..
no, zune is made by microsoft which is a commendatory against apple that makes itunes, i think zune is better then itunes to tell you the truth because if you buy like a 3 month zune card you can buy as many songs as you want, itunes you have to pay for every song you buy.
@terrorist96 And, the original iPhone was like that out of the box, so why is it taking people three years to get up to speed with the first iPhone
yeah the BBC app is really nice
To anyone who has the phone...can I use wifi to surf the web???
@Thetrutv lol but no because of lack of flash
@pitmal12 stick with the sensation its a really great phone.