User: DaveyBoy
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Re: The Hawk is a trader!
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Re: The Hawk is a trader!
Is it worth the switch? To be honest w/ you I never really experienced most of the problems everyone has explained they had on the forum w/ Storm 1. I have been afraid @ times in the past to download the newest software b/c I never really had any problems. A majority of the friends I have who use the Storm have played around w/ my phone and said its more responsive than their's. The only problem I have ...
Re: Using the Storm as a Modem
Last time I had checked it has always been $15/month. That is what I'm being billed although I have the unlimited plan for everything, so Mighty14 may be correct. You should call Verizon.
Regarding speeds check the following forum posts:
https://www.phonescoop.com/phones/p _forum.php?fm=m&ff=1864&fi=1944988
https://www.phonescoop.com/phones/p_forum .php?fm=m&ff=1864&fi=1940658
I wrote the first post however I would say I believe the second post like I believe Ford telling me I will get 21 mpg on a 2009 F-150. I have a 2007 and I only get 11 to ...
Re: Top 10 reasons why iphone is no BB
I'm not sure about the Storm but when I had spoken to BB tech support they stated that the device only checks email every 20 minutes. There is no way of changing that schedule. This came as a result of me putting my two companies email addresses on device through GoDaddy. I'm not sure if you use the BB address if that's push to touch but it doesn't automatically pull emails instantly (retrieve them as soon as they are ...
Re: also...
@ that rate you would be going through 2 batteries a day if you had an extra. That is unacceptable. I would go back b/c there could be a hardware problem and you wouldn't want to misdiagnose the problem.
Re: Top 10 reasons why iphone is no BB
Point is MMS or SMS is needed for direct instant messaging and also b/c there is a huge market segment that do not have email accounts or check them very seldom.
Also, we are talking about today. I would rather have the ability to text pics rather than not. Point blank. If you don't care about having the ability to text pics then that's your loss...I will take the benefit of that feature. To me that is one disadvantage of ...
Re: Will this phone be offered by Sprint - or only VZ??
One of my best friends used to work as an engineer for Nextel and then when they got mergered or bought out by Sprint. Ever since the transition they have been going down hill. Major cuts and lot of the engineers jumping ship to the newer carries or AT&T. Anyway, he said that there focus was on Wimax and not really on new phones. He is an engineering not the marketing or sales side but he told me not ...
Re: also...
I'll wait til it's official. I really never had any problems w/ the phone since I bought it. I did update it to .75 but I never had any noticeable problems even before that. I never liked being the guinea pig...being one of the first people to ny the phone is the most risk I'm willing to take. I like to hear all the people's responses before I jump in that's why I love this site.
Battery life is ...
Re: Top 10 reasons why iphone is no BB
It does not matter what carrier you are sending an email to but it does matter if you are sending a text to someone through your email which you can do. I don't see the lack of understanding b/c I have done this several times w/ some of my friends who had phones w/out email capabilities. The way in which you enter the name you send to differs by carrier.
BTW, there are a lot of people missing out and ...
Re: Is the Storm the “best of both worlds†or “a compromise†between traditi
I wrote the post while on the phone and I don't think I came off clearly. My point was I thought you brought up some very valid points however I thought you were underestimating the Storm's media capabilities. Also, please shoot me a short list of those devices w/ great browsers. It will give me something to do when I'm @ the mall w/ my girlfriend.
Re: Is the Storm the “best of both worlds†or “a compromise†between traditi
Good post PlayBoyPenguin.
When I said that the phone is a toy, I should have noted that its strictly my take. I say this b/c the iPhone to me as my iPod and my phone in one w/ internet. Other than that I could not use it for business. It would hamper my productivity when I’m out of the office and would cost me more money to get the same functionality as if I had a BB or a phone ...
Is the Storm the “best of both worlds†or “a compromise†between tradition B
I am posing this link just to get some good dialogue rather than a heated war.
I believe the iPhone is more of a toy rather than a business phone b/c it is not built as a work phone. I don’t think it is trying to be either. Apple knows that they have their own market. PlayBoyPeguin brought up some interesting points in some dialogue that we had about the iPhone having superior HTML email viewing and web browsing. I ...
Re: Will this phone be offered by Sprint - or only VZ??
I thought that Verizon and Sprint allowed you to unlock CDMA phones and allow them on their network. Wasn't that even a post on Phonescoop?
I think that new GSM Curve is going to have to be their upgraded BB.
Re: i think i figured it out.
Good point.
Verizon does offer free lessons @ their shops. It is very different from the other BBs. It took me a while to type productively however now I make very little mistakes.
If they did have the BOLD w/ the same hardware w/out the touch screen I think I would have gotten that device just b/c the qwerty keyboard though. But I am loving my Storm.
Re: Top 10 reasons why iphone is no BB
Text messaging will always be around. it's quicker and some people don't have email on their phones so you would be excluding them from getting the message. Also, its very cumbersome trying to email someone text pic if they are on a different carrier. What if they are w/ T-Mobile, Sprint, AT&T, Alltel, etc. What do you type in? To confusing...they will probably include that soon.
Re: Top 10 reasons why iphone is no BB
I don't have a problem w/ receiving HTML emails. When I had my 8830 I downloaded software called BBSmart and I could open HTML and pick up just about everything. The Storm handles it much better. I have no reason to be dishonest but it might be one pic w/ a little x on it once in a blue moon but that same thing happens on my email through Outlook. So, I have not been missing anything.
Also, on the ...
Re: Top 10 reasons why iphone is no BB
Not true I am able to get all my HTML newsletters, email signatures,
Once I click on Get Images it brings up abox letting me know downloading images expose my address and ask me if I want to continue. I click yes and in seconds I'm good. Some Newsletters it might say: If you are unable to see the message below click view. The nI get the entire page. However, I am fine 9 out of 10. I've sent emails ...
Re: Funny Things with the storm fourm
Hey Verizon does too. Check out the link below:
http://www.verizonwireless.com/b2c/ store/controller?item=phoneFirst&action=viewP honeDetail&selectedPhoneId=4286&changingCompl etedOrder=
Reads, "Due to high demand orders will ship by 12/23." I guess thats a good sign!
Re: Funny Things with the storm fourm
If nobody wants the phone why is it a lot of people seem to be very intrigued by it? Like you for instance you have quite a few posts. I thought you would be on Diamond Pro forum. I’m not on former forum spewing criticism on former phones or my colleague's phones.
You had a post a short time ago about your hands tiring. You either need to toughen up or stop reaching. Maybe when you develop stronger hands you’ll ...
Re: Wait till Verizon nerfs the good stuff out of it
I doubt it.
1. If they take out the wi-fi most likely they would make it a world phone adding the same features as the Storm. Verizon does have Wi-Fi phones.
2. Yes, w/ Verizon they'll make you pay to play.
3. The camera on the Storm is 3.2mps so you can expect this to be the same as well.
4. This phone looks like they put qwerty keyboard on the storm so it might be in the 1st quarter. They'll be ...
Re: Top 10 reasons why iphone is no BB
I agree that the browsing and HTML e-mail viewing are better w/ the iPhone. Light years are a huge stretch. The iPhone offers some nice very nice features but let’s not exaggerate their features. I have no problem bringing up the HTML viewing on the Storm. I just click Get Image and it’s done from menu bar...not a problem. BB doesn't automatically show the images to save space and for speed. Plus, most business users don't get a lot ...
Re: Nickel and Diming me to death.
I agree w/ HawkeyeOC. If you look @ the article he just sent earlier (http://crackberry.com/top-10-reasons-why-iph one-still-no-blackberry) it gives very good reasons why the phone is meant for many. I also use all my phones for their tethering features and if I can't do that its pretty much a wrap. I agree w/ the nickle & dime though. I am paying for the whole shabang (i.e., unlimited voice & data plan + text, tethering, VZ Nav, insurance plus I hooked up ...
Thumb's up
I really like the device. It could be drawing emotions of love soon but I don't like to be to0 easy.
My complaints are the following:
1. I cool w/ the keyboard but its hard as hell placing the cursor where you need it. The should have allowed you to use the web browsing cursor or should have kept the track ball. I know they are competing w/ the iPhone but making the device a bit fatter and including a ...
Re: Top 10 reasons why iphone is no BB
That is a great article for anyone who is looking to purchase an iPhone. Especially for a business oriented user. However, exactly as you said it definitely the iPhone is a great device but it is comparing apples to oranges.
On the flipside the Storm has been built to go after that iPhone market. The Storm can do everything the iPhone can do and more while the iPhone does some things better. Do you think BlackBerry w/ the Storm maight ...
Storm vs iPhone
I just spent some time on the iPhone forum and it was good to hear their concerns or comments…very interesting. I’ve spent some time on the iPhone and it is really a nice phone w/ great web browsing, video and music playback. Web browsing I give the edge to the iPhone it’s a little more efficient. I like the screen better on the storm for video but the sound from the speakers’ sound better from the ...
Re: BB Storm screen scratch test video
PPCTechs has the best screen protectors in my opinion. There very smooth and seem to last almost forever. There link is below
http://www.ppctechs.com/
Due to the device being so new there is nothing for it currently so if your not in a hurry check it out periodically.
What have you guys been using?
Re: The trick is in the comparison.
That's funny...I was so skeptical about leaving Windows Mobile for the BlackBerry since it did not have any applications. I never really liked Palm OS either I had a life drive for awhile. I guess I so comfortable w/ Windows it always made sense for me to use.
Re: The trick is in the comparison.
I really like the click screen and some of colleagues do as well. It feels natural for me to click the screen. I feel as if I'm always pushing down to hard on touch screens. However, my girlfriend grabbed my phone and was on it for 30 seconds and said she couldn't stand it. Although, she is high maintenance.
I'm going to check out the Omnia it seems like they didn't market that phone like they should have. I never ...
Re: A few questions
That correct.
Maluthanga: Go to a postin I sent earlier called "How Fast is Your Storm" and I list the speeds of the device @ least how good they are in my location. They may help you.
Re: BB Storm screen scratch test video
I remember I accidentally put my keys in the same pocket as my 8830. I was not as fortunate as that guy.
Re: A few questions
It gives loads the webpages as you are requesting. However, you may want to call Verizon. You should be seeing the 1XEV symbol on your device.
Re: A few questions
I don't mean to make a stupid comment but have you tried popping the battery out and waiting a minute and inserting it back into the device. That used to happen to my 8830 a lot.
Re: The trick is in the comparison.
I was just reading the reviews on CNET regarding the Omnia. I check CNET when I've got the itch to inquire about a new toy and read up on their reviews. Anyway, they gave the Omni 4.5 and half stars and the Storm 3.5. Although 3.5 is rated as very good. Their bottom line comment was as follows:
"Though slightly more expensive, Verizon customers looking for a touch-screen smartphone will get a better user experience and faster performance from ...
Re: Syncing itunes playlist with storm
How does the Dark Knight play on your phone and how is the sound? Thanks.
Re: Bell releases OS 4.7.0.76 for Storm?
One problem I do have is that I have to hold the phone key down until it picks up the call. I should only have to hit it once but that's not the case here. Have any of you experienced the same thing?
Re: Bell releases OS 4.7.0.76 for Storm?
thanx for the input!
Re: Bell releases OS 4.7.0.76 for Storm?
I agree...I'm pretty conservative. I still have XP and still waiting until I my IT guy gives me the green light for Vista. My girlfriend put it on her computer when it first came out and she did not fare to well w/ that. I used a Beta maybe once and that was for Skype which did not turn out bad for me at all.
Re: Bell releases OS 4.7.0.76 for Storm?
Are you getting much lag time w/ the device? I put my phone besides my mother's iPhone to compare the transition time between selections and they were basically the same. They both have the little transitions between screens but I haven't had any noticeable performance issues. I did however have a hell of a time putting VZ Navigator on the phone something was wrong when I first tried to install it. Other problem was w/ my tethering but I ...
Re: evil homer questions
FSCdude and PlayPenguin are the same person. Don't let this guy waste your time. No one has even posted anything meaningful in the last hour b/c of this guy. Replying back to this guy is not worth it. If the phone is as bad as he says why even waist time on this site.
Who even uses the word fanboy anyway.
Re: I love it, too!
When I was in the Verizon store the other day to purchase some accessories for the Storm. I played around w/ the display model and either to many people played w/ it or the OS needs updated b/c it was very slow compared to the one that was mailed to me. If I was playing around w/ it before I bought it I don't think I would have picked it up. However, that doesn't stop the people from ordering ...
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