HTC TP2 or HTC Hero for web browsing? - Page 4

Alksion · #31 (**permalink**) 10-13-2009, 03:19 PM

I am about to get one or the other.

I just used the Hero and it seemed a little sluggish :/

But WM is always sluggish, so I am wondering what to do.

I need to know asap!

nanoware · #32 (**permalink**) 10-13-2009, 03:22 PM

tp2 of course. tp2 will be unlocked pretty soon and you will be able to have al the latest stuff on there like the leo's rom =). the tp2 is just a better value over the hero..... a perfect keyboard, huge screen. the screen is awsome and accurate.

i used the hero, i didnt like it.

**breakmyfootoff** · #33 (**permalink**) 10-13-2009, 04:15 PM

Thats kind of a personal preference thing, but I say TP2 if it were my choice. 3.6" WVGA > 3.2" HVGA

Matrix · #34 (**permalink**) 10-13-2009, 04:20 PM

I'm in a similar boat as you. Fortunately I needed an extra line for a family member who couldn't care less about fancy phones, so I got a Hero to play with. If I like it, I'll swap it with my TP and gave that to them, if not I'll let them have the Hero. Plus when my 30-days are up, Best Buy might be selling the TP2 in which case I can return the Hero and get that if I don't like it. I plan on making a little review tonight/tomorrow for those like myself who are nervous about going to Android. Granted it'll be the blind leading the blind, but at least it might help some people to know my first impressions as a former TP user.

**w7excursion** · #35 (**permalink**) 10-13-2009, 04:38 PM

TP2 gets my vote

Alksion · #36 (**permalink**) 10-13-2009, 04:42 PM

Thanks guys, you just reassured me.

I personally didn't like the hero at all!

But i wouldn't mind seen a trackball on the TP2!

Lastly I'll be soo happy when the "TP3" comes out with a capacitive screen!

**CozBoogie** · #37 (**permalink**) 10-13-2009, 05:11 PM

Threads merged.

late,
Coz

**MrObvious** · #38 (**permalink**) 10-13-2009, 08:05 PM

I tried the Hero and the web browser just isn't as good as Opera Mobile. If you can find an Opera for the Hero then go for it, otherwise WM it is!

quid246 · #39 (**permalink**) 10-14-2009, 09:33 AM

I know this sub-forum may not be the best place for an *unbiased* opinion, but I have faith in people here, so here it goes...

Have been anxiously awaiting VZW to get more TP2 stock, but in light of their stocking difficulties I have been considering the Hero. One one hand, is the bulk of the TP2 and WinMo vs the smaller form factor of the Hero and Android.

The draw to the TP2 for me is the hardware keyboard... but I am wondering if a touch keyboard on the Hero would be as effective. These are the complex needs I have in a phone:

- using SSH to take care of minor server maintenance
- OpenVPN if possible
- VoIP softphone using SIP
- taking care of a few business e-mails per day

I know on screen keyboards can be almost as fast as hardware, but I figure I will lose alot of real estate which might be a PITA when using SSH sessions.

So, what does the jury have to say?

**themuffinman** · #40 (**permalink**) 10-14-2009, 09:54 AM

Touch pro 2