Comments on: Unboxing: HTC Vox

By: Jay

Jay — Fri, 27 Apr 2007 21:43:46 +0000

One other big difference I noticed is the internal GPS. That with a processor running at twice the clock speed are enough to make me wait. But I would still be interested if anyone knows what accounts for the 6 less keys on the S730 than on the S710.

By: Jay

Jay — Fri, 27 Apr 2007 21:24:50 +0000

I was comparing the S710 and the S730. They seem to be largely the same phone. Faster processor in the S730 and the S730 also has a job wheel which I’m not aware of in the S710. The thing that I couldn’t understand is the number of keys on the phone. I’m referencing the specs on pdadb.net. These state the S710 has 37 keys and the S730 has 31 keys. The keys on the slide out qwerty and the numeric pad seem to be the same. Are there keys on the side that are different?

By: egadgetdepot

egadgetdepot — Fri, 27 Apr 2007 00:41:52 +0000

For those interested, HTC s710 VOX production models are now in stock at http://www.egadgetdepot.com…

By: jamesoja

jamesoja — Wed, 25 Apr 2007 03:34:51 +0000

Greetings friends, BG any word on the HTC-S730? I am trying to hold back from purchasing this great phone fearing a June/July release of the S730. Please share your insight. Cheers!

By: Zahed

Zahed — Thu, 12 Apr 2007 15:32:41 +0000

Currently an imate jamin user, but using the jamin as a regular phone and having to use a stylus are a bit of a pain. Two positives for this device then. The two negatives are no GPS integrated and it doesn’t score in the looks department………

By: ztj

ztj — Tue, 10 Apr 2007 07:10:28 +0000

Also, any idea how this phone compares to the P4550, aka the HTC Kaiser? I like the tilted screen:

http://www.msmobilenews.com/content/view/1758/1/

By: ztj

ztj — Tue, 10 Apr 2007 06:39:16 +0000

Is there any way to import this phone in from Canada? I’d love to get the Vox. Better than the Nokia N95? (Kidding, what’s better than the N95?)

Also, BG, please post sample pics.

By: wesrubix

wesrubix — Mon, 02 Apr 2007 17:43:32 +0000

windows mobile 6 standard (for smartphone no touch screen) will let users edit office documents

so bg… when are you gonna post those sample pics…

By: A Lam

A Lam — Wed, 21 Mar 2007 06:34:28 +0000

Does anyone know if this device can edit documents?

BTW, this is a very sexy device. I can’t wait for it’s release.

By: T-Will

T-Will — Sun, 11 Mar 2007 06:11:00 +0000

The problem with a touch screen on a phone like this is that you can’t just put it in your pocket. With a non-touch screen I just slip my Dash in my pocket and don’t worry about the screen (I’ve heard reports of cracked LCD’s, but haven’t had a problem yet).

By: AKA SIR

AKA SIR — Sat, 10 Mar 2007 18:57:58 +0000

I am curious to see more photos too.
Aside from the Samsung i760, are there any devices out there that a) run Windows Mobile b) slide open to reveal a QWERTY keypad c) have the 0-9 keys on outside of the device (not a full QWERTY, i.e. Treo 750) and d) have a touchscreen?

By: Mordy

Mordy — Thu, 08 Mar 2007 19:11:34 +0000

Where are the promised pictures?
This was written over a week ago:
“Yes, will be posting sample camera shots, and comparison pics to other devices to show thickness later today!”

By: MTM

MTM — Thu, 01 Mar 2007 20:49:33 +0000

I haven’t heard of anything solid… I would expect it sometime during Q2.

By: Jay

Jay — Wed, 28 Feb 2007 20:35:32 +0000

I want a touch screen for use in different parts of the OS and other functions. When using a phone I do not like buttons on the touchscreen. I have that option on my Treo and find it difficult to accurately hit the right numbers.

I was digging around about the i760…do you know if there are any solid release estimates on that device?

By: DanITman

DanITman — Wed, 28 Feb 2007 17:06:32 +0000

Why would you need to touch a screen this small. What…..to copy and paste ??

I would ask this question back. Why do you need buttons on the front if you want a touchscreen?

By: MTM

MTM — Wed, 28 Feb 2007 00:45:08 +0000

Jay, maybe you should take a look at the Samsung i760?

http://www.engadget.com/2007/01/06/samsung-i760-hands-on/

By: Jay

Jay — Wed, 28 Feb 2007 00:04:03 +0000

Why is it that no manufacturer will make a phone with this same form factor and hard buttons but also include a touch screen? Those that do include a touch screen only have the directional buttons in the closed position and no phone buttons. If they’d add a TFT to this product I’d buy it in a heartbeat.

By: jimmie geddes

jimmie geddes — Tue, 27 Feb 2007 21:06:16 +0000

I think I’m going to get this phone when it’s released and switch back and forth between this and my Dash (thank God for Sim cards). My 700p and 700wx are seeing far less action from me lately. I’m looking forward to seeing what you think of the Vox compred to the Dash. Also how’s the Dash with the WM6 upgrade compared to the Vox? Any speed differences in terms of OS?

By: DanITman

DanITman — Tue, 27 Feb 2007 21:05:57 +0000

Boy Genius,

Let me know when you want to get that Cavalier off your hands.

By: The Boy Genius

The Boy Genius — Tue, 27 Feb 2007 19:46:17 +0000

Yes, will be posting sample camera shots, and comparison pics to other devices to show thickness later today!

By: Zobi

Zobi — Tue, 27 Feb 2007 19:11:29 +0000

I’ve been waiting for that thing for oh so many months…. when I finally receive mine I’ll be jumping up and down making monkey screams. Good day to you my friends.

By: T-Will

T-Will — Tue, 27 Feb 2007 18:03:19 +0000

Looks like a great little device! Any chance of getting a side view comparison with the Dash? Is the case plastic/metal/rubberized? How does the keyboard feel?

By: egadgetdepot

egadgetdepot — Tue, 27 Feb 2007 03:47:22 +0000

E-Gadget Depot will be carrying the HTC s710 (VOX) end of March. We will be posting it for pre-orders shortly.

Much thnx to Boy Genius for unboxing this one.

Feel free to contact us at sales@egadgetdepot.com with any questions about this or any upcoming HTC models.

By: Victor Atehortua

Victor Atehortua — Tue, 27 Feb 2007 03:30:33 +0000

Darien, so if you are interested in selling the 8525 let me know. Let see how it works out for the rest of us when they finally release it here for us.

By: Darien

Darien — Tue, 27 Feb 2007 03:22:20 +0000

I don’t know Victor as a happy 3G owner of a Cingular 8525 I was really interested in this til I found out it lacked touchscreen and 3G.

By: roktane

roktane — Tue, 27 Feb 2007 02:36:12 +0000

So, Boy Genius,

Wait for this, or buy the Herald?

By: Victor Atehortua

Victor Atehortua — Tue, 27 Feb 2007 02:30:59 +0000

While not the best, due to the nonexistent 3g circuit but from a user of a Cingular 2125, I can definitely assume that this would be a nice upgrade. Will it be offered for a reasonable price or just another jacked up none 3g phone.

By: Darien

Darien — Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:51:58 +0000

No touch screen though right? Bummer.

By: evmonk

evmonk — Tue, 27 Feb 2007 00:09:02 +0000

Full specs are up on HTC’s website: http://www.htc.com/product/03-product_s710.htm

No word on release date or carrier though…

By: simplesinger

simplesinger — Mon, 26 Feb 2007 22:55:27 +0000

Any word on what U.S. carrier is going to get this, and when?