Why should I drop WinMo for Android?

[sikclown]

Originally Posted by drexappeal

One thing came up in the above posts that I want to clarify, since I'm on the verge of moving over to the Android (although, I may wait a little to see what other phones are released on Sprint in the fall, which is quite a while away. That is, aside from what is indicated on Phone Arena).

Is Voice Dial available or not on an Android phone (or is that exclusive to WinMo)?
- This is actually pretty important to me, while I'm driving. Since I'm in California, there are VERY strict laws on using a hands free device, so I can't afford to look down at my phone to select the appropriate contact to call. On my Touch Pro, all I have to do is hold down the call button on my bluetooth, wait for the beep and tell say exactly who I want to call and to which number (e.g. Call Dad on cell/home/work). It'll confirm the person/specific number I want to call, I say "Yes" to accept and it automatically dials. I don't know if this is specifically a WinMo function, but if it is, I'd need to know if there are APPS that will work in the same manner. I'm assuming there are, since there is the voice-to-text function that will be available on the EVO 4G.

Yes Voice Dialer is built into Android.... All the Voice functions IMHO work better than anything I have used on my TP2.

[p-slim]

Originally Posted by drexappeal

One thing came up in the above posts that I want to clarify, since I'm on the verge of moving over to the Android (although, I may wait a little to see what other phones are released on Sprint in the fall, which is quite a while away. That is, aside from what is indicated on Phone Arena).

Is Voice Dial available or not on an Android phone (or is that exclusive to WinMo)?
- This is actually pretty important to me, while I'm driving. Since I'm in California, there are VERY strict laws on using a hands free device, so I can't afford to look down at my phone to select the appropriate contact to call. On my Touch Pro, all I have to do is hold down the call button on my bluetooth, wait for the beep and tell say exactly who I want to call and to which number (e.g. Call Dad on cell/home/work). It'll confirm the person/specific number I want to call, I say "Yes" to accept and it automatically dials. I don't know if this is specifically a WinMo function, but if it is, I'd need to know if there are APPS that will work in the same manner. I'm assuming there are, since there is the voice-to-text function that will be available on the EVO 4G.

I'm assuming the evo and the nexus will work the same, with my nexus the voice options are superior in all aspects. Voice dialing, music, navigation, I can pretty much just press the voice button and tell it whatever I want. I can press that button and say the name of a song and YouTube will open up. I can even write a text or email all with my voice.

[daveotero]

I'm in the same boat here. Looking to jump ship from my Touch Pro to the EVO.

I think the key question is if the voice functions are accessible through a Bluetooth headset. This and the video player thing are my main hangups.

Another question for you Andriod users. How easy will it be to browse my windows/SAMBA network over wifi while I'm at home? Also, is there solid FTP support?

Thanks!

[p-slim]

Originally Posted by daveotero

I'm in the same boat here. Looking to jump ship from my Touch Pro to the EVO.

I think the key question is if the voice functions are accessible through a Bluetooth headset. This and the video player thing are my main hangups.

Another question for you Andriod users. How easy will it be to browse my windows/SAMBA network over wifi while I'm at home? Also, is there solid FTP support?

Thanks!

There's solid FTP support. I'm not to sure what you man by browse your samba network but they have solid remote access. I left my Bluetooth at home, I will try tonight. What is the video player thing?

[drexappeal]

Originally Posted by p-slim

I'm assuming the evo and the nexus will work the same, with my nexus the voice options are superior in all aspects. Voice dialing, music, navigation, I can pretty much just press the voice button and tell it whatever I want. I can press that button and say the name of a song and YouTube will open up. I can even write a text or email all with my voice.

Like I told you earlier, bro. SO glad someone I know, made the jump before me! Makes the decision that much easier. Thanks again.

The more I'm learning about Android, the more I can't wait to get rid of my Touch Pro!...LOL

[elephant007]

Originally Posted by izzyforreal

I posted this on the Android Forums and I did not get an answer. Hopefully someone here can help.

Hey, here's the deal. I'm currently on WinMo 6.5 and like it. I'm using a Touch Pro2 on Sprint and I'm pretty happy with it, but the T-Mobile HD2 and the upcoming Sprint Evo both have my interest. Can anyone OBJECTIVELY tell me why I should go with the Evo over the HD2 considering the following issues I have?

1. I must have voice dialing over BT. (Like MSVC) I've heard that this doesn't work on Android.
2. I must have PPTP and IPSEC VPN capability.
3. To go with the VPN, I must have a good RDP client, preferably with zoom capability.
4. I'd LIKE to have a check register program to sync with MS Money or Quicken.
5. I'd like a FREE turn-by-turn navigation program. Tell me why there's so much fuss over Google Maps? I get spoken turn-by-turn directions from Sprint Navigation.
6. Is there a Bing client for Android? I really like speaking my search into Bing. Is there something like this for Android?
7. Exchange synchronization is a MUST. Will I get all my e-mail folders, plus contacts and calendar?
8. I use my TP2 as a wi-fi router for free on the Sprint network. Is this capability available in Android?

That's about it. These are my requirements. I'm not looking for flames or fanboys, but real, objective answers. Thanks very much.

I looked for your post and didn't find it regardless let me see if I can answer some questions for you

1. Voice dialing over bluetooth: If the phone the capability to do voice dial then you'll be able to do it with bluetooth. I don't think this has anything to do with whether the phone has Android or not. You'll have a better chance of this working with Android 2.1+

2. VPN is possible, I only know of programs that work with rooted phones though

3. RDP is also possible, some of these programs would have to be purchased though, you can Google most apps you're looking for by adding Android to the app you're looking for, e.g. "Android RDP"

4. PageOnce is a good finance tool, it's not a check registry though... Mint another alternative to keep your finances straight (associated with Quicken some how) They have an iPhone app so I'm sure a Android app is soon to follow

5. Sprint had SprintNavigation, free turn by turn navigation which is rebanded Telenav

6. Got Bing? http://download.cnet.com/Bing-for-Mo...-75000013.html

7. Depending on what carrier and phone you get, some have built-in exchange capable apps like Moxie Mail, you can also find workmail.apk floating around the internet... these apps sync contacts, calendars and tasks as well as push email

8. WiFi router is possible with rooted phones, Android WiFi Tether

Hope those are objective enough for you and just to let you know I switched to Android and don't regret it one bit!

edit: through some research I found out that Mint.com was purchased by Intuit in September of 09, that's how they are associated

[daveotero]

Originally Posted by p-slim

There's solid FTP support. I'm not to sure what you man by browse your samba network but they have solid remote access. I left my Bluetooth at home, I will try tonight. What is the video player thing?

I have music and videos on my home network on various windows machines and a QNAP NAS209. I would like to be able to browse those files and play music and watch movies through my home wifi.

Seems like there has yet to be a good solid video player app developed for android that can play most formats. I have a huge library of movies and TV shows in xvid format and from what I can tell I won't be able to watch those without transcoding. That's what the "video player" comment was referring to.

I'm not worried about it though. With the speed Andriod is growing and the boost the EVO will give it, I'm sure all these issues will be solved in no time.

[937dytboi]

im just not ready to give up my SERO plan, its just to lovely. I would have had a hero but if sprint wants us to transform over to Android they better bring Android over to SERO, thats the only thing holding me back

[Cicatrize]

Originally Posted by 937dytboi

im just not ready to give up my SERO plan, its just to lovely. I would have had a hero but if sprint wants us to transform over to Android they better bring Android over to SERO, thats the only thing holding me back

I'll switch for the EVO if I have to. I've been paying a $42 (after ins, taxes, fees) a month for three years now on SERO, and that's a long time to be taking advantage of such a nice plan. I know that sooner or later, I'll have to pay just like everyone else, and it's a good thing I have Sprint, who offers so much for so much less than the competition, even at regular prices.

[rushco]

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Originally Posted by Cicatrize

I'll switch for the EVO if I have to. I've been paying a $42 (after ins, taxes, fees) a month for three years now on SERO, and that's a long time to be taking advantage of such a nice plan. I know that sooner or later, I'll have to pay just like everyone else, and it's a good thing I have Sprint, who offers so much for so much less than the competition, even at regular prices.

$69.99 with a discount comes out to be $300 or so more a year than SERO. Get an EVO then in a year sell it and get the latest. So get a new phone every year and a plan that works with all phones and put 3 days work worth of money towards something you use everyday and count on it working.
Or wait for the devs to keep porting over every new android update to an out dated device. Your choice.