Smart phones for the holidays Session has ended.

Hi Bonnie,

I'm currently looking at a new PDA/Smartphone & would like to stick with Sprint due to their data network speeds. I am a single dad & work in middle management. I need something to organize my business & personal life, that is also fun to play around with. I live in Excel at work. I've owned a Treo 650 & loved everything about it but its size & that darned antenna nub. I prefer a touch screen & the HTC Touch has had me intrigued & following it for months (the slider would be ideal if it were available).

Of Sprint's current line-up which would you suggest & why?

Thanks,

Jerry

I'm new to the smartphone thing and I'm looking for my first. Thinking about Windows vs. Blackberry. Thought? Also, if I go windows, Thoughts on the new HTC 710 vs. the Samsung i760?

was fun!

Can you give me your take on the Nokia N95 8GB?

I'm interested in purchasing a Nikon D300 Digital Camera, but wanted to read your review first. Any idear on when you will have the review done?

Give me a few minutes...

Thanks!
-Lee

LG VX8300 is the phone.
Thanks

Hello!

This whole Google Android thing has me confused. Is it a language to program? A suite of programs? And what does that mean for all of us without smartphones? Are these programs going to be available for everyone?

Oh, and I'm not sure if you have this already, but does CNET have a comparison of the different cell providers?

Thanks so much! And I have to add, you're definitely in my top five reviewers, along with Dan Ackerman. Hey, he makes me laugh!

Hi Bonnie -

I recently decided to replace my Blackberry with a smartphone. I am trying to make a decision between the Samsung i760 and the UT Starcom (HTC) VX6800. I am trying out the VX6800 on Verizon's "30 Day TestDrive" Before my 30 days expired I was hoping to get some input from CNET. Any idea when you will complete the review for the VX6800? I know that you rated the i760 as one of your picks for best smartphone for 2007.

Thanks.

I sent my question to the General part of Customer Service and got a comuter generated response to query tech support but then it was back to a terabyte database of faqs which don't seem to answer my question... I am still trying but your suggestion didn't work out thanks, tho

Do you know what carriers are officially on board to support this?

Thanks.

Hi there,

This live chat event's topic is on smart phones.

Your best bet to get some feedback on your question would be to post it in the CNET desktops forum here:

http://forums.cnet.com/5204-7586_102-0.html?forumID=68

We have a lot of helpful members and mods so give it whirl. Just my 2 cents worth--since you are looking for something space saving, you might want to consider a laptop.

Good luck and have fun in college!

-Lee
CNET Community

I am with AT&T. I am moving from corporate american where I have a Blackberry 8700C to my own business that dows not require travel. I like e-mail access and using the internet on my phone. I now use the internet browser to check my personal email and it is pretty poor. Question? Which phone is for me? Can I have good e-mail interface for my new business e-mail and my personal e-mail...still have good interface without having to choose one primary?

Thanks

Zoot

what better imac or gateway one because i need a space saving destop for collage

Hi,

do u know if any U.S Carrier will bring the Sony Erickson K850i? Why the U.S is about 50 years behind cell technology as compared to europe and asia...

Hi Bonnie,

Do you have any idea when the Imate Ultimate 8502 will be coming to the U.S? Thanks

When can we except them to be available for sale. What impact will it have on WM6 phones.

Or should we be waiting for something better coming out in the first half of next year?

what is better ipod nano 2gen or 3gen

Have you had the chance to test drive this new mobile OS and devices that support it? Do you know if current devices like HTC Touch will support this new OS?

Son will be off to college next year, but I am coming up quickly on re-upping my plan. He will be getting a laptop. Does he need the smart phone too? If yes, wi-fi would cut down on the need for an expensive data plan and the campuses are all wired. What should we be looking at?

Do you have an overview of the new features of Windows Mobile 6.1 update? Will this be benefical for users of the T-Mobile Dash? Is the Dash capable of handling this OS?

Hi there jopanu,

Sorry for your frustrations.

Have you tried emailing CNET's customer support so they can direct your question to the folks who may have some troubleshooting tips to get your videos playing on your browser again?

That would be your best bet. Here is the link to email customer service directly--tell them I sent you there :):
http://cnet.custhelp.com/cgi-bin/cnet.cfg/php/enduser/ask.php?

Good luck and happy holidays!
-Lee
CNET Community

Do u have any idea when we will get the WM6 upgrade for AT&T 8525

hi i have a lg anv, when i try to transfer files from my imac to my env, its doesnt let me, beacuse the phone doesnt let me file transfer, it has the capability to, but verizon blocked this, how can i unblock it? thanks

Sometimes (completely randomly -no pattern) the phone beeps instead of rings a few times then goes silent, although the display shows the call is still underway. It does then not connect to the recipient or their voicemail. the recipient can see that I have called. Thanks

Hi Bonnie.
I am on the verizon network and they do not have a perticular band set up for ringtone. Is there a way to take one of my MP3's of them and convert it to a ringtone?
Steve

What is the best T-Mobile phone with Windows Mobile on it? Will any smart phone work today with T-Mobile's rumored new 3G network?

After logging onto CNET reviews with Win XP , I cannot view video topics. They flash as they start to load and then they disappear - no new window or tab... nothing and I cannot find any way to describe this on google or in cnet FAQs so far so as to get a solution. Not your topic area but I am getting pretty frustrated after about 4 hours over three days of trying. Thanks

I am a small business owner that uses google apps for contacts/mail/calendar etc. I need a phone that will integrate/sync its contact list and calendar with google.

Most smart phones seem to have MS Exchange in mind.

What is my best bet?

Thanks!

When the iPhone was rolling out Steve Ballmer was quoted as "Who would ever" pay 500 bucks for a phone. With some million plus out that's been proven to be a joke.

But this (Balmer) nugget seems to extend to Microsoft's treatment of Windows Mobile. In my view (I write PalmOs Apps) Microsft seems to have ignored Windows Mobile much like they did the Internet not long ago.

Hmm, I see the connection. It took a few years for Microsoft to figure out that the next big thing was the Internet.

Which has my calling all the wanna be an iPhones I see "Yet Another Windows Phone."

I see history repeating here. Do you?

Can you refer me to a place where I can talk to someone about a phone problem I've had with my Treo 680 since I got it? Palm's support is quite inadequate and they even replaced the device and the problem continues. also replaced sim card with my carrier. I don't want to take up everyones valuable time here. thanks, Lora

Hi there acampagna85 ,

This Ask the editor live event's topic is on Smart phones.

You might want to wait for a live chat event that will cover home theater equipment...

But for the time being you can always discuss these Sony models with other of members in the Home audio and video forum right here:

http://forums.cnet.com/5204-7596_102-0.html?forumID=60

Thanks and Happy Holidays!
-Lee
CNET Community

Bonnie, here is a question from a member sent via e-mail...

"The Apple IPhone has gotten lots of hype and anticipation was high! Still, some of the reviews I read say that there is still lots to be desired before it is really a super product—network issues (slow), won't recognize some email (what about Outlook Express?) and there are lots of other reviews on Apple's website under comments-. I am still under a hefty contract with Verizon for another 14 mos. What can we expect in the future with other companies marketing a similar product, realizing that Apple's simplicity and glitzy graphics is what has always made those products so appealing. Can it really be that difficult to develop a lightweight smartphone that meets all of the "usual and customary"� needs of customers' cell phone (clarity, reliability), calendar (which will sync with Outlook), SMS, internet, games, camera, etc.??

I love Verizon's reliability, dependability, etc. and would prefer to stay with them (wireless customer for over 10 years). Will I be forced to switch to AT&T and pray for a next generation Apple IPhone (beyond 8 mg)???

Thanks,
Dorothy J.

Hi,

I have a question. What is the best phone is for browsing the web?

Ask the Editors Live! event. Topic: Smart phones for the holidays

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