but like how much data you using every month extra than just the R100 airtime ?
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HTC Desire Z - release date in SA?
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but like how much data you using every month extra than just the R100 airtime ?
Do you know any more about the issues with the ROM? I've got a friend who is coming out from the UK and I was planning on ordering the Desire Z from Amazon and having them bring it out, but I don't want to end up with a problem phone. Tempting at R2 800 or so less than the local price though.Okay, so here's what I've heard from lab88: the delay was because the local networks had an issue with the default ROM, so they had to send it back for changes and re-testing (so I wouldn't buy an imported version - you might run into issues with it working in SA. Not major issues, probably, but I know with the old TyTN that I brought in from the UK call-me's didn't work right). It is apparently all fine now, and they were supposed to get stock last Friday but are still waiting. I live in hope that they'll get before Christmas
Those who have the phone - are you happy with it? How is the keyboard? I'm upgrading from a Nokia E71 and use that for a lot of email, so I'd prefer a physical keyboard.
Got mine today - it's awesome! Just doesn't compare to my TyTNII - it's in another league altogether.
Haven't done much with it yet, but so far I'm really impressed (and a bit intimidated!).
Oh, and it doesn't come with a case, but does come with an 8Gb SD card. It uses a micro-usb cable, which plugs into a wall adapter so you can charge from the wall or a PC, but they aren't two separate things so you can't use one at home and one at work without getting an extra (micro) usb cable. It also comes with a little pair earphones, fwiw. And because it's capacitative, no stylus to lose!
Haven't done much with it yet, but so far I'm really impressed (and a bit intimidated!).
Oh, and it doesn't come with a case, but does come with an 8Gb SD card. It uses a micro-usb cable, which plugs into a wall adapter so you can charge from the wall or a PC, but they aren't two separate things so you can't use one at home and one at work without getting an extra (micro) usb cable. It also comes with a little pair earphones, fwiw. And because it's capacitative, no stylus to lose!
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For the record, I've seen and heard different reviews, but the general feeling is that this is an excellent phone. One reviewer was adamant that this was "the best Android phone yet".
Looking forward to my upgrade in a few months. I played with the keyboard slider at lab88 yesterday (Vodaworld), and it's quite snappy - not as flimsy as it looks.
New owners - I suggest you spend some time at xda developers - there are threads there that do everything from root your phone to overclocking (safely overclocked to almost 1.8GHz!). This is the tinkerer's dream phone...
Looking forward to my upgrade in a few months. I played with the keyboard slider at lab88 yesterday (Vodaworld), and it's quite snappy - not as flimsy as it looks.
New owners - I suggest you spend some time at xda developers - there are threads there that do everything from root your phone to overclocking (safely overclocked to almost 1.8GHz!). This is the tinkerer's dream phone...
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kingrob
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Was so looking forward to hear from CathJ how the phone is performing, but she has disappeared. I think she's very happy with it.
Was so looking forward to hear from CathJ how the phone is performing, but she has disappeared. I think she's very happy with it.
Yep, I was off playing with my phone
It really is great. Although I must say that I'm not sure if I actually need the keyboard... it's so easy to use the onscreen version (I'd heard that, but was doubtful - but it really is easy to use). The screen is sharp and clear, and I haven't noticed any slowness so I don't think I'll need to be overclocking yet
The phone feels solid, and the hinge slides easily but feels sturdy.There are a couple of annoying things - mostly related to just how integrated it is with the net, which doesn't work so well here when you don't have an unlimited data plan. But you can disable a lot, and so far my data usage is under control quite nicely (without crippling the use of the phone). The built-in QuickOffice sucks, it doesn't even allow copy&paste, but there are plenty of replacements in the Android Market.
What else.... oh, whatever you do, don't get Angry Birds. It's such an addictive game, you'll start losing out on sleep
Any other questions, feel free to ask and I'll try to answer.
AfricanTech
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[snip] ...and I haven't noticed any slowness so I don't think I'll need to be overclocking yet
What was your previous phone? I'm very happy with my TouchPro 2 (WM6.5 + SPB Mobile Shell) except for the speed - am a bit concerned that the Z has a fairly slow (compared to all the new phones) processor and don't want to upgrade and still have sluggish response.
I had a TyTN II, which is a couple of years old, so any speed increase is noticeable
SubliminalThought
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Anyone know if Vodacom ISP (vodashop) will have the Desire-Z on their list anytime soon? Upgrade is coming up soon and i would like to get this phone on a topup 315
Yep, I was off playing with my phone
It really is great. Although I must say that I'm not sure if I actually need the keyboard... it's so easy to use the onscreen version (I'd heard that, but was doubtful - but it really is easy to use).
I'm still doubtful
The only thing keeping me from switching from my Nokia E71 to Android is the lack of physical keyboards...
Do you mind me asking how much you type/email/message? I type quite a bit for work email and WhatsApp - the tactile keyboard seems like such a must?
(and I have big fingers
)I'm still doubtful
The only thing keeping me from switching from my Nokia E71 to Android is the lack of physical keyboards...
Do you mind me asking how much you type/email/message? I type quite a bit for work email and WhatsApp - the tactile keyboard seems like such a must?
(and I have big fingers
Sorry for the slow reply
I use it a lot, and always swore that there was no way I could possibly manage without a keyboard - and I don't think I've used the keyboard more than 5 times since I got the phone (and none at all since I installed swype). I'd say see if you can borrow a phone, or try out a demo model in a shop (although that might not give you long enough to get the feel of the phone), and you might be convinced
Hi all
i've owned the Desire Z for just over a year and absolutely loved it.
I just upgraded to the Galaxy Note and my oh my is it HUGE ! lol
Going to take sometime to get used to ...
Now that my desire z is not in use i think i should sell it.
If anyone's interested you can PM me
Enjoy those Desire Z's guys, i surely did !
i've owned the Desire Z for just over a year and absolutely loved it.
I just upgraded to the Galaxy Note and my oh my is it HUGE ! lol
Going to take sometime to get used to ...
Now that my desire z is not in use i think i should sell it.
If anyone's interested you can PM me
Enjoy those Desire Z's guys, i surely did !