GSMArena X10 Review - A Well Details Review

[SuperMuna]

A good review. Even though, the unit they reviewed is a "near final retail" unit, they said it is really fast, only time they noticed lag was in the gallery and it was minuscule.

I was a bit apprehensive about getting this phone because it runs Android 1.6 but it seems like the difference between 1.6 and 2.1 is not that much of a deal breaker.

Anyway, what do you guys think, still getting the phone?

GSMArena

 

[Dem]

A good review. Even though, the unit they reviewed is a "near final retail" unit, they said it is really fast, only time they noticed lag was in the gallery and it was minuscule.

I was a bit apprehensive about getting this phone because it runs Android 1.6 but it seems like the difference between 1.6 and 2.1 is not that much of a deal breaker.

Anyway, what do you guys think, still getting the phone?

GSMArena

Yep! Even though I can't get it in white! 2.0+ Android would have been helpful for Bluetooth file transfer and multi touch, but I've survived without them on this Hero!

 

[SuperMuna]

Yep! Even though I can't get it in white! 2.0+ Android would have been helpful for Bluetooth file transfer and multi touch, but I've survived without them on this Hero!

SE customized 1.6, Bluetooth File Transfer is possible on X10.

 

[daviddakota]

Is it me, or does the review insinuate that you can't upload to Youtube or view youtube videos in Mediascape via the handset?

Could've sworn you could upload a video directly from the Hero.

 

[fahadchaudhry]

I read the review on GSMArena and saw one review on youtube.

On the video review, that guy told that there is a slight problem with the keyboard. Sometimes it doesn't just register the first letter and starts from the second. While in 'Timescape', it takes some time to load updates.

Overall, I like this phone very much. But 1.6 makes me change my mind and when I compare this phone with HTC Desire and legend, Sense UI appeals me.

 

[saltorio]

Is it me, or does the review insinuate that you can't upload to Youtube or view youtube videos in Mediascape via the handset?

Could've sworn you could upload a video directly from the Hero.

I'm pretty sure you can upload videos to YouTube directly from the X10. I know I've seen at least a few video hands-ons that showed this feature specifically.

As to viewing YouTube vids in Mediascape, no idea though your right that the GSMArena review seems to suggest it's not possible.

 

[Dem]

SE customized 1.6, Bluetooth File Transfer is possible on X10.

Good news! Thanks for that information! ;o)

 

[Dem]

SE customized 1.6, Bluetooth File Transfer is possible on X10.

Just read the online manual and no indication that BT transfer is available.

 

[SuperMuna]

Just read the online manual and no indication that BT transfer is available.

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[Dem]

Some Personal Thoughts Around The Android OS Product Launch Blog

Cool!

 

[gastr]

I was a bit apprehensive about getting this phone because it runs Android 1.6 but it seems like the difference between 1.6 and 2.1 is not that much of a deal breaker.

I agree. I was stuck on 1.5 on my Galaxy for ages and wasn't happy, but now that I have 1.6 on it I don't feel I'm missing out on anything important from 2.x.

Since it's 1.6 and they've said they'll update to 2.x someday, I'd be happy with that.

I just wish they'd release one with a qwerty keyboard that isn't a "mini" and I'd be sold!

 

[saltorio]

I just wish they'd release one with a qwerty keyboard that isn't a "mini" and I'd be sold!

...that, and also include multi-touch hardware support ...and maybe confirm it's 16M color capable. Then I'd be sold.