Dell has introduced its new Android smart-phone(s) with two variants, one with the QWERTY key pad (Dell Venue Pro) and one without (Dell Venue)DVP is the numero uno smart-phone which runs a Windows Phone 7 OS. Dell is also planning to launch its DV which runs on Android 2.2 Froyo OS. DV Android version is expected to have Rs. 29,990 in India. For those reading this posting outside of India, (esp. continental US); The 8 GB Venue Pro is priced at $450 and the 16 GB Venue Pro is available for $500 without a contract. These phones have been out in the market for close to four months now in some markets.
Some of the points that should be kept in mind before actually buying this model on Win 7 OS are:
DVP and DV mainly differ in the QWERTY key pad that is physical due to a sliding option in the Pro while its touch on the android version. I think that’s a great idea as everyone is so used to RIM’s Blackberry phones can easily move on to DVP with ease not to mention that those were in the same ranges as well. I still think it’ll be hard to lure the iPhone lovers though there are no hardware design flaws.
The scratch proof four inch Gorilla Glass AMOLED convex-shaped display has a sure magnetizing effect on the buyer but to keep in mind that it’s that much area that’ll need the wipe after every call :)
The 5 megapixel camera seemed a bit low on that price point phone as there are already cheaper phones with the same camera specs in the market. The flash on this device is ineffective (LED-type) and one wouldn’t find it to be helpful in taking pictures in low light.
One of the biggest complaints with the Dell Venue phones is that the Exchange 2003 is not completely supported by Win Phone 7. Another one heard around users is that they need Evernote, Dropbox, and Google Voice and better microsoft exchange support for win 7. One common ask from users is of Microsoft's integration with OneNote and the other Office apps to sync more easily with Win 7 Os.
Some users have reported an occasional lock up while accessing some applications. Microsoft has already stated that the coming update will address stability issues. This is a new OS and so, some problems are to be expected (IMHO, practically having a flawless OS/Software is hard these days with the plethora of features and integration touch-points these days).
If one wants to install a custom ringtone onto this phone, it’s not possible (as yet). The Phone can't connect to a hidden Wi-Fi hotspot, unless the SSID is of the hotspot is made open for the public to see. There is not a decent multitasking solution for 3rd party apps. For all these listed above, the trouble is, with any Win 7 phone, one is forced to wait for Microsoft to update it to fix the missing features and bugs. Let’s hope that Dell and Microsoft together exercise their muscle well and deliver it well.
On the plusses, there's a nice ‘cut and paste’ feature that is lacking in most other smart phones. Though some might argue that iPhone and android phones feature a limited version of multitasking to conserve battery life, others find that multi-tasking is the game changer! However, full multitasking like on a desktop PC would kill the battery.
Hope these points help in deciding for or against the Dell Venue Pro mobile phone for the prospective shopper...
One of the biggest complaints with the Dell Venue phones is that the Exchange 2003 is not completely supported by Win Phone 7. Another one heard around users is that they need Evernote, Dropbox, and Google Voice and better microsoft exchange support for win 7. One common ask from users is of Microsoft's integration with OneNote and the other Office apps to sync more easily with Win 7 Os.
Some users have reported an occasional lock up while accessing some applications. Microsoft has already stated that the coming update will address stability issues. This is a new OS and so, some problems are to be expected (IMHO, practically having a flawless OS/Software is hard these days with the plethora of features and integration touch-points these days).
If one wants to install a custom ringtone onto this phone, it’s not possible (as yet). The Phone can't connect to a hidden Wi-Fi hotspot, unless the SSID is of the hotspot is made open for the public to see. There is not a decent multitasking solution for 3rd party apps. For all these listed above, the trouble is, with any Win 7 phone, one is forced to wait for Microsoft to update it to fix the missing features and bugs. Let’s hope that Dell and Microsoft together exercise their muscle well and deliver it well.
On the plusses, there's a nice ‘cut and paste’ feature that is lacking in most other smart phones. Though some might argue that iPhone and android phones feature a limited version of multitasking to conserve battery life, others find that multi-tasking is the game changer! However, full multitasking like on a desktop PC would kill the battery.
Hope these points help in deciding for or against the Dell Venue Pro mobile phone for the prospective shopper...
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