WM to Android ?

[englishpanther]

I own a thunderbolt because of my previous experience with HTC devices, but I can honestly say that stock Android is a complete joke. I knew that I would benefit from community development, but I didn't realize how much it was needed -until I tried to download a text file attached to a work e-mail. I can't believe what an overhyped heap of Apple like dung Android really is. I have a lot of faith in the community but it seems ridiculous that I am so dependant on them with this OS. Even with flash, Android is most definitely a leap backwards from Windows Mobile 5.

More like an IPhone than a Windows device. However because of the hardware I am compelled to try find a way.

I'm going to get a wp7 device, to see if it is any easier to customize.

I bought Android bait because it was "based on Linux". Who the hell wants an IPhone emulator on Linux kernel?

[gTen]

What exactly was the problem that you had with the text file?

2 things come to mind:

1) Did you have an office suite installed? some devices have one preinstalled others do not (if not download one from the market)

2) You sure it was a .txt and not a .eml attachment?

Android is based on Linux, you can even open up a terminal and do terminal commands...There is a lot of customization..you just have to get into the "Linux" mindset and not the "Windows" mindset..aka some things are different to accomplish different tasks.

ATM there is almost 0 customizations on WP7 as its a locked down platform like the iphone..it may change in the future..but thats what it is today.

[englishpanther]

I was trying to download a .rtf, but that was merely an example.

I think I need to start modding... And quit whining

I think that I'm frustrated that everything that I was looking to gain in WM6.5, this phone has - such as flash, capacitative touch, etc. With some of the most basic features gone.

I have root, I've been reading forums and downloading apps. (Including quickoffice and office suite pro)

I know there is truth to the post above, maybe cm7 will cheer me up.

[gTen]

Originally Posted by englishpanther

I was trying to download a .rtf, but that was merely an example.

I think I need to start modding... And quit whining

I think that I'm frustrated that everything that I was looking to gain in WM6.5, this phone has - such as flash, capacitative touch, etc. With some of the most basic features gone.

I have root, I've been reading forums and downloading apps. (Including quickoffice and office suite pro)

I know there is truth to the post above, maybe cm7 will cheer me up.

Well it kinda depends on what the manufacture chooses to bundle with the phone..remember winmo originally comes with nothing too..HTC actually spent money licensing office, Opera and etc to be bundled into the device...I do not know why HTC decided to skimp on bundling office in their Android models..maybe because they figured they'd save a few bucks since most users are not business users idk...Other manufacturers bundle a copy of office..it just depends on what they choose to bundle...

Most of the features don't even require rooting, just an app download in the market...

IF you have any problems just holler and I'm sure me and other members will have a solution...once you get more used to the platform you'll be able to navigate it like the back of your hand..

[Wizzard]

Is there a Windows Office suite for Android?

Can an Android phone sync with Windows outlook 2007 or 10 on my PC?

I have Win 7 64 Home Premium on my home machine.

Thanks

[gTen]

Originally Posted by Wizzard

Is there a Windows Office suite for Android?

There is no "windows" office suite(M$ did not invent office lol )...but there are plenty of office suites on android just as good or better then winmo implementation...

Can an Android phone sync with Windows outlook 2007 or 10 on my PC?

Yes..its not "built in" like activesync but 3rd party software that accomplishes same thing yes..

I have Win 7 64 Home Premium on my home machine.

Thanks

no problemo..

[TexasAggie97]

Originally Posted by englishpanther

More like an IPhone than a Windows device. However because of the hardware I am compelled to try find a way.

I'm going to get a wp7 device, to see if it is any easier to customize.

From a former Windows iPhone 7 user, you will be VERY disappointed in that OS coming from either Android or WM6.X.

If you think the Android is like an iPhone, wait until you test the Windows iPhone. Locked down, forced to use Zune, almost zero custom options (including ringtones, backgrounds, sounds, etc...), etc..., etc...

[TexasAggie97]

Originally Posted by Wizzard

Is there a Windows Office suite for Android?

I use "ThinkFree Office" that came preinstalled with my Epic. I am able to open and use my word and excel files, I haven't tried powerpoint but chances are, it will work!

Originally Posted by Wizzard

Can an Android phone sync with Windows outlook 2007 or 10 on my PC?

Yes, but it helps if you are on an exchange server. otherwise, you'll need a 3rd party app.

Originally Posted by Wizzard

I have Win 7 64 Home Premium on my home machine.

I have Windows 7 64 Professional at work and have had zero problems transfering files over from my PC to my Epic via the Micro USB cable.

Couldn't do this on Windows iPhone 7 to save my life!