Osiris Posted June 12, 2007 Share Posted June 12, 2007 (edited) HTC Advantage X7500 Review by Osiris In the event the formatting of the review doesnt mix well with the neowin outlays (HTML etc) a correctly formatted copy can be found Here. The Advantage X7500 is the latest, sleek, feature packed, high tech offering from the Sultans of the Windows Mobile device world; HTC. The device formerly code-named the ‘Athena’ (God of Wisdom, Arts and prudent warfare) and bearing these other sobriquets: Dopod U1000 and T-Mobile Ameo – is HTC’s foray into the breach between the usual Windows Mobile devices and an Ultra Mobile PC. [As of yet and possibly due to the HTC global branding strategy, combined with their acquisition of Dopod, the HTC Advantage X7500, nor the Dopod U1000 are yet to be seen on Australian shores. NB: Due to my lack of skills with the digital camera – as seen from the few pics of mine I did use – I have used good pictures of the Advantage courtesy of www.mobile-review.com.] Main Features: full specifications list can be found Here Intel XScale 624Mhz Processor wtih Ati Graphics chip 5" VGA Screen Built-in 8GB Microdrive Always-on Built-in SiRF III GPS VueFlo 3MP Camera TV-Out Quad Band GSM / Triband UTMS/HSDPA Laptop experience via large display and detachable qwerty keyboard Unwrapping the Advantage: It could be the excitement of new technology - or perhaps the price associated with it - but there’s usually an aura of anticipation surrounding that moment when you pry open the packaging to your brand spanking new Windows Mobile device. The opening of the Advantage is no exception, and if anything HTC has perhaps either unconsciously or deliberately enhanced this experience. Unpacking the Advantage is like unwrapping presents at xmas time; there’s goodies to be found under every lid and in every pocket crammed into this small cubed package. HTC Advantage X7500 QWERTY Magnetic detachable keyboard 2200 mHA Battery Charger Mini USB Sync Cable VGA Out cable Spare stylus CD with ActiveSync 4.2 and outlook CD with TomTom Navigator, Sprite Backup, and GPRS monitor License key to one free TomTom Map Wired Stereo headset Leather case User guides, license agreements, warranty information, brochures Generic Screen Protector (chances are this was courtesy of the store where it was purchased but make sure you look. Actually didn’t notice it for a couple days and it’s much more enjoyable using your Advantage once its protected.) The Contents Even though this doesn’t add any value to your purchase it certainly seems like your getting more than the usual run of the mill Windows Mobile stuff, and if anything gives a good first impression of the Advantage whilst your twiddle away waiting for it to charge... Size: Beyond the first impression of the packaging, immediately I was taken aback by the size of the Advantage. Truth be told I was expecting it to be much larger. Any negative reviews or user comments on this device generally focus on its size so perhaps my expectations were out of proportion, but the Advantage just didn’t seem much bigger than the old HTC Universal. Not as gargantuan as it might seem... Following on from the size, as you pick the device up your mind turns to two possibly three things; Weight: Firstly, weight, and wondering if this is going to be a device you can see yourself carrying around or taking with you to wherever your days and or work take you. Again, perhaps from being a former Universal owner, or perhaps from using Windows Mobile devices for so long (that usually weigh in excess of 150g anyway), the 356g of the Advantage seems perfectly, well, normal. This particular impression has carried through, because regardless of one handed use or two handed use the device is more than acceptable in its weight. After many hours of playing around my arms have yet to “fall off” as users of various forums have stated is likely the case from this devices ‘promethean’ 356 grams. Quality: The second thing that pleasantly comes to mind as you pick up this device, and all subsequent pickups from herein, is the sense of quality. A cool sleek mostly matte’ black metal frame cannot help but give the intuition of a quality built product. Perhaps this metal frame contributes in a small part to the weight of the device but it’s a joy to hold the device and feel such a solid construction over the plastic –and in the past –creaky devices we’ve previously been accustomed to. Moving the battery and SIM slots into a side-bay rather than the usual back battery cover style certainly aids with this design. It wouldn’t be a bad thing to see if HTC could import this style into future devices. Fingerprints: Lastly if you were ever soured by the Atoms fingerprint magnet qualities you might be wondering if this device suffers from such a similar fate being of a metallic black nature. Fortunately the matte’ qualities of the device limit this to subtle notices of fingerprints, but given the inclusion of a mostly quality case this time around, chances are you’ll actually be using it, so they will be virtually unnoticeable (yes unnoticeable even by my picky standards) so if that was a thought/concern/query...fear not. The Money Maker- The 5” VGA Screen: One of the main selling points for this device is undoubtedly the 5” VGA screen. To date this is the largest size screen device HTC has ever manufactured, and is well required for any attempt at a hybrid device like this. Simply put even in the QVGA mode which the device will initially boot up in, the display is amazing. Despite this QVGA mode looking good, this screen is actually a descent enough size to support a transition to its VGA capabilities, so what are we waiting for? QVGA: note the relative size of things After a quick install of 3rd party software, we have the device booting into the splendour and expanse of VGA mode (640X480). About the only thing VGA mode and QVGA mode share in common is they both look incredible on this device. That’s where the common ground ends. Being able to view and work on a word document in VGA is a godsend, likewise for Adobe files, and just generally using the Pocket PC. VGA: Can you spot the difference? Besides the poor flash spot... The only criticism one could level at the screen would be the 65K colour spec as opposed to 256K. The benefits and bliss of having such a large VGA screen simply outweigh any tangible (if at all) loss incurred by this exclusion. For users who aren’t keen on modding their pocket pc or installing 3rd party apps to get VGA mode enabled, rest assured your Web Browsing experience is still safe with the device out of the box. The web browsers (IE and Opera – bundled) are VGA aware meaning they are making use of that VGA screen whether you like it or not, and making your web-surfing experience immensely more enjoyable than on a regular QVGA display PDA/Pocket PC Phone, or 2.8” screen for that matter. VGA: Advantage, meet Mtekk. All that screen real-estate goodness Sub display: The display also has a unique stand-by or sub-display, which lets you view notifications, music info, weather, temperature and time of a designated area on the LCD screen when the keyboard is attached to the LCD screen of the main unit. The sub display is automatically activated when the keyboard is pressed against the LCD screen. (HTC Advantage Users Guide: 2007), p.31 The Sub-display: Activated by putting on the 'keyboard case' The portion of the screen which is covered is clearly visible through the clear plastic back of the keyboard. Battery life, missed communications, signal type/strength are also available. This feature is quite practical and useful when the device is out of the cover, and would be handier with a cover that included a cut out for the display. It’s not without its problems though, when the cover is attached the volume of the device cannot be changed, instead it merely changes the sub-display setup. This is mildly irritating since at times when you forget to lower the tone of your device and being able to quickly do so without prying the cover off would be advantageous (although if you’re listening to music it lets you adjust the volume, hrmm). Last, the sub display is activated by magnets, as such if the keyboard isn’t positioned in the right spot, or slightly moves the sub-display disappears. All in all a good concept and nice to see HTC has noticed that external / sub-displays are incredibly popular and well liked, much like the favourable attention the OLED on the I-mate 7150 is receiving. VGA Out: Catering to the business needs of professionals who finally now have a device large enough that they can view / edit their work on the go – albeit the right software – it seems only fitting that HTC should finally add a VGA out option. The Advantage comes with a VGA to USBExt cable, which simply connects into your device and the VGA output/cord on the device you wish to view/project from. Then it’s just a matter of going to settings and selecting the output and ‘on’ followed by ‘ok’ and your sublime 5” VGA screen is now fully loaded onto the desired output. TV Out: Windows Mobile never looked so good... The purpose of this addition is clearly aimed at professionals and presentations. Whilst only a short spiel it is a relief to have this device ready to go with your data, and something more compact than a laptop or PC screen to use for backup whilst giving your presentation. Apart from just presentations this feature is only limited by what your device can do. So if it’s watching movies you’ve put on the device whilst out and about (okay, and with a TV handy), reading e-books or surfing the web from your bed or living room (if you didn’t have a laptop), sending messages (for the hard of sight?), or making large screen video calling, there is a long list of handy uses for this feature. The Keyboard and Magnets: The keyboard is the next thing the user is likely to find, basically because it’s wrapped up underneath the main unit in the boxing so you can’t particularly miss it. The keyboard, like the main unit, is easy on the eyes, and feels just as smooth. The quality of the main unit is still imbued in the keyboard thankfully, especially considering the keyboard is designed to serve as a pseudo cover for the units screen. The detachable magnetic qwerty keyboard The practicality of the keyboard for general use and typing is going to come down to what your expectations are. Users adopting the device now after the band of cries denouncing the keyboard in reviews and forums are likely to be surprised by it. Is the keyboard ideal? No. But can you adapt to it and type your sms, email; word documents/editing; browse the web or IM with it? You bet ya. What are its limits? Well you’re not likely to type a review on it, you could, but if you had access to a computer it would be a lot quicker and more enjoyable. Like most things if you give it any semblances of your time you can adapt to it and the keyboard whilst not perfect is adaptable too. That being said raised keys or the tiniest bit of tactile feedback could have made this improved this immensely. Not as crucial, although worth mentioning, is the lack of backlighting on the keyboard. The screen, being so large illuminates the keys reasonably in the dark but backlighting should be a given by now HTC. The magnet in the keyboard is quite powerful, and when sitting down either one handed or two handed use of the Advantage feels secure and stable to use. Two handed use with thumbs seems to be the most efficient and quick use of the keyboard. Using the device one handed with the keyboard attached is possible and you likely have nothing to fear since the magnet is that strong. When using it with two hands feel free to go for a brisk walk and use the device with nothing to fear. The magnets are strong enough, I can confirm, that if you move it back reasonably steadily the magnets will support the device upside down. So if you’re planning to use your advantage whilst hanging from the ceiling you’ll be pleased to know slow and steady will allow you to do so. Problems? As a cover for its basic premise the keyboard works quite well and you could be confident your screen is secure, however, many users report that due to the keyboards movement as a cover, this can lead to scratching on the Advantages frame. I have the pleasure of saying I haven’t seen this happen yet, but the keyboard can move around when acting like a cover so I can see this happening if the unit is closed and being knocked/moved around protrusively. The good news though is the pin that connects the keyboard to the main unit is standard; therefore we might look forward to seeing 3rd party keyboards which might imbue better tactility or backlighting. Another alternative would be a portable Bluetooth keyboard which would certainly allow the user to churn out larger emails, longer word documents in a much quicker fashion and given the large screen would be just like using a UMPC. Buttons – The Joystick: The lovely minuscule, barely protruding area in the upper left of the device is home to the Advantages ‘Joystick’. This tiny thing is meant to serve as the basis or one of the main bases for which to navigate your device. Disappointment at the lack of protrusion and moveability was quickly alleviated upon using the device after its initial charge. I’m not sure whether my fingers are merely the ideal/average size etc, or whether other reviewers of the device are purely attached at the hip with their devices D-Pads, but once you get a feel for the joystick, it is quite frankly a delight to use. I cannot recommend the joystick enough and would have to put it up there with the scroll wheel in terms of ease of use and how much easier it makes navigating. The joystick The first time I moved the device into portrait mode and used the joystick it went slightly funny and didn’t fully function, however, in the many preceding times since then it has worked flawlessly. I mention that as other reviewers have experienced the same problem, so I am unsure if it’s a first time feature, or a low rate occurring bug. In any case it was readily resolved by switching to landscape mode and back, and has since not reoccurred. Not a crucial lacking from the device, and made slightly redundant by the joystick, but the inclusion of a scroll wheel would have been nice. There are few buttons on the Advantage as it is, and a scroll wheel giving users more corners from which to navigate the device would have been beneficial. Audio: The Advantage features a dual stereo output, which unlike other devices bearing stereo outputs (HP 6828) the output on the Advantage is significant enough to rival that of a laptop –if not better. The advantage has come a long way over past HTC models where playing music or watching movies either wasn’t loud enough, was in mono sound or might result in a subtle crackling of the audio when at high volumes. The X7500 has overcome this and whether its listening to your music quietly or having the unit up on full whilst enjoying a movie on that lovely 5” screen, you’ll be able to clearly and crisply (relative) hear what’s going on. A 3.5mm Headset jack is also included; no longer do you have to trawl for adaptors or settle for the included miniUSB headsets. With the inclusion of the 3.5mm jack you can purchase a regular pair of earphones to suit your needs. Cellular: is that a phone in your pocket...? The Advantage is a Quad band device as would be hoped and expected from a device of this calibre and cost. Although these phone functions probably are not the reason you would be looking at this device, they are included and worth noting. The Advantage might pack cellular functions but the one thing it does not have is a built in headset. This essentially means you cannot hold the Advantage up to your ear like a regular mobile - although would you want too? Its voice communication capabilities are limited to video calls/speakerphone/wired headset/Bluetooth. As always a wired headset is included in the package. The device picks up GSM signals strongly, and given the choice of networks the device can choose from its no surprise. It is however, sanguine to see a little ‘H’ icon representing HSDPA capabilities, increasingly now covering such vast portions of Australia. The speaker capabilities of the device seem to be moderated for the actual speakers. By themselves the dual stereo output of the device is quite loud however for voice calling and video calling, it seems this has been mildly muted. With this in mind, the calls were crystal clear on both ends, however (and again perhaps unlikely that you would), in your local coffee house in the morning you’re likely to struggle to hear your call. The Advantage comes with a wired headset which this time around is a little larger than usual, but every bit as clear as the speakerphone conversation. The headset works well although as many others have pointed out – a little strained for length. But if the forums are anything to go off then chances are if you will be using this device for calls, you most likely already have yourself a BT headset. Only setback however is the lack of the vibrate function, bless BT headsets with vibrate, or the massive screen to flash at you when on silent. The Camera: New same old? Or new hotness? A 3 Mega Pixel rear camera with auto focus and a VGA CMOS frontal camera for Video calling are all included on the device. This device is the first of its kind from HTC with a 3MP camera, and like other qualities of the Advantage it seems HTC has hit the nail on the head, as the X7500s camera capabilities have been widely acclaimed as a vast improvement and as finally offering a quality included camera function. Overall the Advantage lives up to this claim, the auto focus is handy and robust, the flash seems brighter than any previous models, the only area still to work on is the time from when you click to take the picture, to it actually being taken. This has been a long standing problem with Windows Mobile devices, especially so since WM5. Generally the problem is it takes 2-4 seconds for the process to happen after you have actually clicked to take the picture. The Advantage keeps this process on the shorter side but there exists more of delay than would be expected from a regular camera and even camera phones on other devices. As mentioned it is still a vast improvement, and at last the amateur photographers of the Windows Mobile world no longer have to settle for taking pictures that look like they are from a 5 year old webcam. GPS - If you’re lost, and you look, your Advantage can find you: A SiRF III 20 parallel channel GPS receiver with internal antennae is also a major element of this device. Few in car navigation systems can even boast a 5” VGA screen to navigate the way along. The inclusion of ephemeris technology which users the internet to download a file to help speed up the time required to find the correct signal is a very assiduous inclusion. The device also includes the latest TomTom Navigator and your choice of......1 free map......make that 1 free map of one city...... A fully packaged bundle might have been too much to ask for but at least this way users can essentially give TomTom a full go and decide if it’s the Navigation application for them or not, as there’s certainly a wide variety of choice out there in the market today. I haven’t spent long playing with the GPS and lacking the equipment to rig it in the car properly probably won’t, however it did manage to pick up the signal quite quickly from the Cold start and found a signal whilst inside the house, which I was impressed with. Beyond that TomTom worked quickly and reasonably flawlessly although other users on forums have reported issues and having to migrate to other GPS software. I cannot venture anyone purchasing such an expensive device for the GPS alone, but having it tucked away there, ready to use whenever, is a nice addition and one that is seemingly the new standard inclusion for WM devices. Battery Life: The Advantage seems to make efficient use of the 2200mHA battery it comes equipped with. With moderate usage and screen brightness in the upper canopy of the high end, the device still managed to last 3 days before requiring a charge. This is on par if not slightly better (perhaps due to less voice call activity during this period) than most Windows Mobile devices. With these comparisons however it all comes down to personal usage and peripheral uses of WiFi/BT/GPS etc. The Leather case: Perhaps the tides are changing or maybe HTC has just come to realise that users expect more than a quality device with such expensive products, they expect quality accessories as well. For the first time ever I am satisfied with the casing that came with a device. The case is not only reasonably fashionable (quite subjective, but my point is it goes well with the device) and professional, but it feels good and best of all is immeasurably practical - sans one feature - for the device. Magnets keep the keyboard in place, whilst three hooks on the top portion of the case keep the main unit firmly secure. The smart use of magnets insures they all work together to keep the device closed even when a keyboard isn’t present the device remains closed and looks like an organiser/pad people would carry around with them at the office or to work. The case fully closed, and fully spread. Note the plethora of room to pull and join the device together to form your mini laptop experience. The feature I referred to above that the case is lacking is a slot to see the Advantages Standby display (discussed earlier). This is mildly irritating, although, as usual 3rd party cases have become available which cater for this oversight. Apart from this flaw, the case is quite good and HTC deserves a thumbs up for finally getting it right, and providing us with a cover which works seamlessly with the Advantage and one which for all intensive purposes you can leave attached to your Advantage 24/7 VueFlo – Motion scrolling: The X7500 includes a g-sensor which is capable of detecting the motion and direction the device may be moving in (Much like iPhone and the to a lesser degree features on the HTC Touch). With this sensor HTC has given the advantage ‘VueFlo’ which enables the scrolling of webpage’s in either Opera or IE via just physically tilting the device: forwards, backwards; and of course left or right for horizontal scrolling. After getting the settings right to your individual requirements VueFlo is quite impressive and certainly a time saver rather than sitting there with the stylus or D-Pad and scrolling down the pages. Whilst nothing has come out of it yet, it’s hoped that 3rd party apps will be able to capture VueFlo for use in other applications i.e. Adobe, Word etc. Likewise this would make scrolling those applications just a slight tilt of the device away. The capacity of the device to sense where its pointing or going also has ramifications of a broad sense, almost on scale with the Wii. I wouldn’t hold my breath for such use of the technology on the Advantage but you can bet HTC would be looking to embed the technology deeper in coming product releases or successors to the Advantage (perhaps the fabled Omni?) Windows Mobile 6: Count the Advantage In: I just feel it’s worth pointing out that this device does have an official Windows Mobile 6 update on the way, hopefully to roll out this month, or July. Advantage users will be hopeful of Windows Mobile 6 unleashing its claims of resolution support. Hopefully with this, 3rd party apps to enable VGA will be a thing of the past. Fingers crossed. Don’t let us down Microsoft. Who, what, why? The Advantage however, is not your usual Windows Mobile device, and whilst not vastly larger nor heavier than the universal it’s not a device you just run out and buy because you like the bells and whistles or you want the latest devices. Chances are you will be disappointed if you buy this device for the wrong reasons; consider the logistics of it and the reality that it’s not likely to fit in your pocket etc. If you consider this device to be like a mini-laptop/UMPC and have uses for it in that capacity than chances are you’re on the right track. If you want it so you have a 5” VGA navigation device, odd but you’re likely to be satisfied. If you want a more portable way to edit/view your work data in VGA glory etc or are out and about with client’s a lot, than yes, this device is likely for you. If you run a blog or a website for a living and want something lighter than a laptop, and want to use HSDPA to do this or remote control your Windows Machine (which also works well) than yes this device might be ideal for you. However, if you’re buying this device because it is the latest WM PDA phone with no specific purpose beyond your last WM PDA phone than chances are you will be disappointed, or logistically challenged. This device can serve as a phone and does so excellently in features and how it delivers them, however, I would strongly suggest phone features are not a definitive reason to purchase this device, rather regard the cellular features as a bonus or think of the device in terms of an tablet with all the connectivity options you require (sans Edge, but not entirely relevant for Australia) More Advantage goodness Conclusion: Overall the HTC Advantage X7500 is a unique device, with a sleek and professional look, a solid build, feature packed and excellent performance, courtesy of all those features and specs. Consequently without a doubt the most feature packed Windows Mobile device presently on the market. The 5” VGA screen and its unique form factor, 8G Micro-drive, make it more of an UMPC or convertible mini laptop than just a WM phone based device. Solid construction, practical and stylish casing for a change, excellent cellular features, video out, actually audible duel stereo speakers, GPS, 8G micro drive and a bit more ROM and RAM then we usually get, WM6 update, the list goes on for this device. The many many Advantages (aptly named perhaps) of this device greatly exceed its minor short-comings. I highly recommend this device, for its features, its build, battery life, instant-on, and the other bits of technology that push it over the rest; but make sure you have a purpose for it otherwise chances are you will be unsatisfied. HTC Advantage X7500 Pro's Quality device and build Solid battery life 5" VGA screen Excellent, loud, clear sound Finally an acceptable camera, and 3MPs GPS Seamless performance (624Mhz processor and Graphics chip) 8GB Microdrive Interchangeable form factors A case that's usable virtually 24/7 Windows Mobile 6 upgrade (coming) VueFlo (liking this more and more, yes post-review) TV Out VGA screen (it deserves twice the mention) Bonus GSM/HSDPA cellular features HTC Advantage X7500 Con's Keyboard - as discussed it needs raised keys or tactile feedback. And backlight Case - A subdisplay cut out would have been smart HTC. Also the potential of the keyboard to move about and scratch the device, whilst not experienced, is problematic. Especially for those on the go. Lack of VGA resolution support for WM 5 No Vibrate call alert function No Headset function (Would you want it though?) Highly specialised device. You're going to want to have a purpose for buying this or you're likely to be purchasing an expensive paperweight Note: I don't consider the size or weight of the device as cons because well they are unavoidable. You can't have a 5" screen device much smaller. And its on par relatively with universal's weight so you simple need to expect that much like you would the weight from a laptop, tablet, or law students semester's worth of textbooks. Respective pictures, logo's, trademarks, and international copyright properties remain the specific intellectual property or otherwise of those respective owners. Again, a big thanks to mobile-review.com for their lovely Russian pictures which are surprisingly some of the best Advantage pics out there. Edited June 18, 2010 by Neobond Corrected formatting Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/566765-htc-advantage-x7500-review-ameodopod-u1000/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Warwagon MVC Posted June 12, 2007 MVC Share Posted June 12, 2007 Thats pretty hot Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/566765-htc-advantage-x7500-review-ameodopod-u1000/#findComment-588620768 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mobilizer Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 Very nice review. I have a quick question ... I am wanting to carry the Advantage around in a case without the keyboard but with my credit cards etc stored in the case. I understand that there are warnings on the device about keeping magnetic cards away from the device as info might/will be lost. My question is if these warning are really isolated to the keyboard? If I leave the keyboard at home and carry the pda and cards together is there an issue? Any enlightenment much appreciated! Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/566765-htc-advantage-x7500-review-ameodopod-u1000/#findComment-588783333 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osiris Posted August 16, 2007 Author Share Posted August 16, 2007 Thats an interesting question mobilizer and one I cannot readily answer. The reality is the case does contact magnets, whilst the majority of the magnetic strength stems from the keyboard the case does still contain magnets. With that in mind the best way I could put it would be to note that I personally wouldnt risk carrying around credit or bank cards in the case. Thats an interesting question mobilizer and one I cannot readily answer. The reality is the case does contact magnets, whilst the majority of the magnetic strength stems from the keyboard the case does still contain magnets. With that in mind the best way I could put it would be to note that I personally wouldnt risk carrying around credit or bank cards in the case. Thats an interesting question mobilizer and one I cannot readily answer. The reality is the case does contact magnets, whilst the majority of the magnetic strength stems from the keyboard the case does still contain magnets. With that in mind the best way I could put it would be to note that I personally wouldnt risk carrying around credit or bank cards in the case. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/566765-htc-advantage-x7500-review-ameodopod-u1000/#findComment-588783831 Share on other sites More sharing options...
travelcard Posted August 16, 2007 Share Posted August 16, 2007 Thats an interesting question mobilizer and one I cannot readily answer. The reality is the case does contact magnets, whilst the majority of the magnetic strength stems from the keyboard the case does still contain magnets. With that in mind the best way I could put it would be to note that I personally wouldnt risk carrying around credit or bank cards in the case.Thats an interesting question mobilizer and one I cannot readily answer. The reality is the case does contact magnets, whilst the majority of the magnetic strength stems from the keyboard the case does still contain magnets. With that in mind the best way I could put it would be to note that I personally wouldnt risk carrying around credit or bank cards in the case. Thats an interesting question mobilizer and one I cannot readily answer. The reality is the case does contact magnets, whilst the majority of the magnetic strength stems from the keyboard the case does still contain magnets. With that in mind the best way I could put it would be to note that I personally wouldnt risk carrying around credit or bank cards in the case. Once more. This time with feeling. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/566765-htc-advantage-x7500-review-ameodopod-u1000/#findComment-588783971 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osiris Posted August 17, 2007 Author Share Posted August 17, 2007 lol yes connection problems when posting that :p my bad....but you got my point.... Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/566765-htc-advantage-x7500-review-ameodopod-u1000/#findComment-588786192 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferret Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 That is a nice phone - I wish I could afford it. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/566765-htc-advantage-x7500-review-ameodopod-u1000/#findComment-588805106 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amnesia Posted August 25, 2007 Share Posted August 25, 2007 it's a usefull utility but imagine holding it up to your head. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/566765-htc-advantage-x7500-review-ameodopod-u1000/#findComment-588805702 Share on other sites More sharing options...
kapilnabar Posted May 22, 2010 Share Posted May 22, 2010 Need urgent very urgent help for my htc u1000 Hello Everyone there, I have HTC U1000, i got a lisenced copy of Windows Mobile 6. I have got into a very serious problem, i was taking photos of beach water, but suddenly few drops of water came from the back side of the handset ie; from behind the leather pouch & felt on the handset & keyboard. I immediately wipped it out but since that time my Main Camera is not working properly & i could not access the Micro Drive. However, i immediately removed the batter,sim card, & SD Card as well. After that i put the battery back & switched it ON - ON THE NEXT DAY, it started properly but Micro Drive & Camera is not working, so i had tried to recover the micro drive as well as format the micro drive by Start>Setting>System>Micro Drive>Format micro drive by 1234> Continue----it didnt worked, message appeared as Micro drive cannot be accessed Again, Start>Setting>System>Micro Drive>Recover micro drive by 1234> Continue----it didnt worked, message appeared as Micro drive cannot be accessed SO,Please Please Help me out of this, Kapil my email id is as follows:- Kapilnabar@yahoo.com Need urgent very urgent help for my htc u1000 Hello Everyone there, I have HTC U1000, i got a lisenced copy of Windows Mobile 6. I have got into a very serious problem, i was taking photos of beach water, but suddenly few drops of water came from the back side of the handset ie; from behind the leather pouch & felt on the handset & keyboard. I immediately wipped it out but since that time my Main Camera is not working properly & i could not access the Micro Drive. However, i immediately removed the batter,sim card, & SD Card as well. After that i put the battery back & switched it ON - ON THE NEXT DAY, it started properly but Micro Drive & Camera is not working, so i had tried to recover the micro drive as well as format the micro drive by Start>Setting>System>Micro Drive>Format micro drive by 1234> Continue----it didnt worked, message appeared as Micro drive cannot be accessed Again, Start>Setting>System>Micro Drive>Recover micro drive by 1234> Continue----it didnt worked, message appeared as Micro drive cannot be accessed SO,Please Please Help me out of this, Kapil my email id is as follows:- Kapilnabar@yahoo.com Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/566765-htc-advantage-x7500-review-ameodopod-u1000/#findComment-592654608 Share on other sites More sharing options...
yeoo_andy_ni Posted June 14, 2010 Share Posted June 14, 2010 I really want one of these now that I've read the review, lol. Great review! Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/566765-htc-advantage-x7500-review-ameodopod-u1000/#findComment-592751272 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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