Topic: Dell Sprint

[Simon]

Can't do links, but anyone got any opinions on the Dell Sprint?  I know it's Andriod, but looks quite configurable, and less Googleised than some Android phones I've seen.  

[Rik]

I've not tried it, but I think you should really bite the bullet and go for an iPhone, there may be a few floating around with the release of v4.

[Simon]

But that would mean getting an old one. 

[Rik]

Well, a slightly used one anyway.

[sam]

what do you mean by less Googlelised...?

I've not seen this one but if its made by Dell I'd run and run fast.

[Rik]

Not a fan, Sam?

[sam]

of Dell's - no not at all.

[Rik]

Quality issues, service, design or what?

[Simon]

Less Googlised means having functions such as Calendar and Tasks which don't require a Google account, Sam.  It's a bit like saying users can only access the forum using Chrome.  I don't mind the Google presence, but I want the option not to use it. 

The Dell is blackballed. 

[Rik]

Does that mean you're snookered?

[Simon]

That was right on cue. 

[Rik]

I was trying to cushion the impact on your pocket. 

[Simon]

Well, it went in off. 

[sam]

Less Googlised means having functions such as Calendar and Tasks which don't require a Google account, Sam.  It's a bit like saying users can only access the forum using Chrome.  I don't mind the Google presence, but I want the option not to use it. 

The Dell is blackballed. 

You will need to have a google account to use the software market place anyway. I just don't see the issue personally... you are either giving your details to one provider or another be it google, apple or RIM... I dunno. T'other one (who has one of these phones) thinks you might not need one to use the calendar though, but she does.

[Simon]

There are probably other calendar apps you can download.  t think I'll stick to the BlackBerry for now.  Just got the urge for a new toy.