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The power and volume buttons on the rezound are a hindrance at best, poorly designed and implemented.
I mean come on, flush buttons for critical functions... what was they thinking?!
Sure flush buttons can work, but they must be on the facing side of the device and be clearly visible is some way. Like the power button on many devices. (my laptop for example) They at least need to be able to be found easily tactically.
But the buttons on the rezound are thin, leaving little room for tactile differentiation and they are also placed on the side of the device where you can not see them without actively turning the phone and looking. So yeah, they are small pain and annoyance in an otherwise fine phone.
But was this always so? Was the buttons like this from the beginning and all through in house use testing and never discovered... or was it a last minute design change that wasn't thought through?
Lets look at some evidence shall we. Stock photos of the rezound in official HTC accessories.
Lets see...
Exhibit 1: HTC Silicone Skin view A
Exhibit 2: HTC Silicone Skin view B
Exhibit 3: HTC TPU Case view A
Exhibit 4: HTC TPU Case view B
Exhibit 5: HTC Extended Battery and Battery Door
This is only a few examples, there are others.
As you can see, these Rezounds all have buttons that protrude from the device slightly, just enough to allow tactile location of these critical controls.
It may just all be a trick of the angles and lighting when the pictures were taken, but they seem to protrude too far for that.
I believe these devices are early build units destined for in house testing and use of the final design. For some strange reason though, they changed the buttons to a flush mount for the actual production run.
Sad seeing as how great the phone is otherwise.
I have no issues with the power button and volume rocker. Once you get used to it they perform just fine imo.
Hmm. I plan on getting the extended battery and I am wondering how the cover will effect the flush buttons but in the meantime I'm a fan of the design. I'm already use to them and find myself trying to turn on my incredible on the right.
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I have had mine for a few days, I am getting better, but I would still appreciate a better tactile feel for the button placement.
More nitpicking.
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Marine6680 said:
I have had mine for a few days, I am getting better, but I would still appreciate a better tactile feel for the button placement.
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well i totally agree that the volume button suck LOL....i use a TPU case and it really sucks to adjust the volume witht eh case on. Now witht he Otterbox Commuter i can press the buttons even easier witht he case on compared to being off...All i can say really is, Is this your first HTC DEVICE (not being mean either)?????....in the recent years ive noticed HTC's buttons have gotten more and more flush with the Housing. Like the EVO 4G, the volume buttons were great, but the POwer button was a pain in the ass. The EVO 3D buttons were horrifying. The were slightly raised this time but hard as hell to press. But I try not to worry about the buttosn so much. Its gets people thinking a little too much and then they start to think about returning it HEHE. Id say if they start to get real frustrating for you, maybe u can get a replacement and see if another one differs from the one u have now?....thats what I did with my EVO 3D and the second one was a world of difference...
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well i totally agree that the volume button suck LOL....i use a TPU case and it really sucks to adjust the volume witht eh case on. Now witht he Otterbox Commuter i can press the buttons even easier witht he case on compared to being off...All i can say really is, Is this your first HTC DEVICE (not being mean either)?????....in the recent years ive noticed HTC's buttons have gotten more and more flush with the Housing. Like the EVO 4G, the volume buttons were great, but the POwer button was a pain in the ass. The EVO 3D buttons were horrifying. The were slightly raised this time but hard as hell to press. But I try not to worry about the buttosn so much. Its gets people thinking a little too much and then they start to think about returning it HEHE. Id say if they start to get real frustrating for you, maybe u can get a replacement and see if another one differs from the one u have now?....thats what I did with my EVO 3D and the second one was a world of difference...
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I'm like you. I have the Otterbox Commuter case and this is a non-issue for me.
There is no difference.
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The button on my first rezound protruded,and had good response with tpu case. My second rezound buttons are flushed , but really is not a problem so I enjoy the phone.
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Some rezounds have buttons that pop out a bit and some rezounds have buttons that are flush with the bezel. Not an actual difference in the devices, it is a difference in the plastic pieces(volume rocker/power button). If you open up the device you will see what I am referring to.
Being a incredible 2 user for ovet a year...I stoll can't get used to volume buttons on the opposite side
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I hate the flush buttons... Otterbox fixed that issue for me tho
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My buttons look just like the pics. I can see the protrusion and feel it if I run my finger along the edge.
The volume rocker is in the same position as my old phone so it works great for me.
I would have preferred the power button on the side of the phone as I think it would be easier to push it one handed. Like right below the volume rocker so I could press it easily with my middle finger when holding the phone in my left hand. As it is, sometimes I unintentionally adjust the volume at the same time as hitting the power button due to holding the phone with my other fingers in that area. I'm sure I will get used to it and my hand position will adjust and it will become second nature for me to avoid doing that.
At first the buttons were annoying, but I have gotten used to them!!
I take it you're in the graduate program "Human Factors& Ergonomics".
This is my first smartphone, the buttons work great.
I wish they offered phones in different varieties for different sized people. for instance, I'm tall and have big hands so these 'small' phones like the Rezound are a bit if a pain to use. i'd like a much bigger phone that fits in my hand better and is easier to use the touchscreen(I keep accidentally hitting the wrong buttons/links on the screen).
The power and volume buttons i agree are difficult.
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This is far from my first HTC device... and not my first android. I have been around since the G1 days and followed the development since early 2007. All have been HTC phones.
The buttons are just a bit of a pain and a little more thought would have been nice. I love the phone otherwise though.
I did a slight mod to my TPU case that helps a lot with using the volume buttons.
I am a fan of good well thought out design. I am not a fan of design for designs sake. The rezound borders that line in a few places but overall I like it.
This was mostly just an observation I noticed and thought I would share.
The only thing that annoys me I'd that I'd like for the headphone jack to be on the opposite side. When I put my phone in landscape I turn it to the left so the buttons are by my right hand. When I have headphones plugged in, I have to rotate it the other way so the plug doesn't get in the way. It's just a minor annoyance.
My wife got the DNA yesterday and she is very excited about the new phone (coming from four years on the iPhone). However, the phone makes a fairly loud snapping sound if you press and then release the back cover. It does the same when you squeeze from side to side. Not too hard, it happens even with a normal amount of pressure necessarily if to pick it up. It appears the back cover may not be attached or glued property.
Do you think I should replace it?
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My wife got the DNA yesterday and she is very excited about the new phone (coming from four years on the iPhone). However, the phone makes a fairly loud snapping sound if you press and then release the back cover. It does the same when you squeeze from side to side. Not too hard, it happens even with a normal amount of pressure necessarily if to pick it up. It appears the back cover may not be attached or glued property.
Do you think I should replace it?
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I don't think the back is supposed to come off. I would take it back.
cowisland said:
My wife got the DNA yesterday and she is very excited about the new phone (coming from four years on the iPhone). However, the phone makes a fairly loud snapping sound if you press and then release the back cover. It does the same when you squeeze from side to side. Not too hard, it happens even with a normal amount of pressure necessarily if to pick it up. It appears the back cover may not be attached or glued property.
Do you think I should replace it?
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Having the same problem on mine. It seems to just be the lower left corner of the side of the phone.
Uk123123 said:
Having the same problem on mine. It seems to just be the lower left corner of the side of the phone.
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Exactly the same location for me.
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No issues here, that's very odd and you might want to exchange that?
Just picked this thing up today, so far it's fast. Everything is just great. Except for the following. Capacitive backlight bleed. Should I return this thing?
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Pictures:
http://i46.tinypic.com/156v485.jpg
http://i49.tinypic.com/6sf1bp.jpg
Is this a gap?
http://i50.tinypic.com/2wdadle.jpg
LoneFlac said:
Just picked this thing up today, so far it's fast. Everything great. Except for the following. Dust under the screen, capacitive backlight bleed, and when it vibrate my son card tray makes a loud horrible buzzing noise. Should o return this thing?
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your the first one ive seen on the x+ with dust under the screen return it
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your the first one ive seen on the x+ with dust under the screen return it
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I believe I will, and besides that does anynody have any capacitive backlight bleed? Is this something that's normal?
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I''ve also never seen one with dust under the screen. It implies perhaps something isn't bonded correctly on the exterior. Which also would explain the buzzing when it vibrates
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I''ve also never seen one with dust under the screen. It implies perhaps something isn't bonded correctly on the exterior. Which also would explain the buzzing when it vibrates
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I'm 100% sure the weird vibrating is coming from the sim card slot/tray within the phone. It's some sort of locking mechanism, seems normal though.
Dust under screen - never heard of it before on 1x+.
Capacitive backlight bleed - mine has it too but it's hardly noticeable and you'll see it only in very very dark areas. Took me a week to realize my phone has it.
Sim tray buzzing noise - this is probably related - when shaking my phone in a certain way, I hear very faint rattling.
I think the dust under screen alone is enough to get you motivated to have the phone replaced. The other two issues, I personally can live with it.
Dust under screen - never heard of it before on 1x+.
Capacitive backlight bleed - mine has it too but it's hardly noticeable and you'll see it only in very very dark areas. Took me a week to realize my phone has it.
Sim tray buzzing noise - this is probably related - when shaking my phone in a certain way, I hear very faint rattling.
I think the dust under screen alone is enough to get you motivated to have the phone replaced. The other two issues, I personally can live with it.
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The thing is the bleed is on the outside of the capacutive buttons. In between the screen seal I can see light, I think it'd the curvature of the glass. Do all do this?
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LoneFlac said:
The thing is the bleed is on the outside of the capacutive buttons. In between the screen seal I can see light, I think it'd the curvature of the glass. Do all do this?
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Have little bit of that also, bugged me when I got it, but now looked at my original One XL and has some also! Guess that's up to the user
Dottcent said:
Have little bit of that also, bugged me when I got it, but now looked at my original One XL and has some also! Guess that's up to the user
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Well there's only one speck of dust and I believe the vibration is normal so whatever guess I'll live with this. I'm loving it though.
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Here are two pictures of my main problem/concern. Is this normal? And does everybody have an overpowerful vibration that sounds a bit harsh or loud?
http://i46.tinypic.com/156v485.jpg
http://i49.tinypic.com/6sf1bp.jpg
Possible gap?
http://i50.tinypic.com/2wdadle.jpg
Top picture looks very similar to what I got on mine, my babe told me to forget it, so I did
That's exactly where my phone has light bleed / leak.
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Top picture looks very similar to what I got on mine, my babe told me to forget it, so I did
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Well since I have a return period at AT&T I think I'm just going to return it.
There are three specks of dust (medium sized) under the screen, not a big deal but that's annoying.
There's a gap that collects dust between the SEAL and the GLASS DISPLAY. Not just the edge, it makes contact with the display and is loose, the seal is not connected properly.
There is a rattling when phone vibrates which is the sim card tray I believe.
And finally that capacitive backlight button bleed, annoys the heck outta me.
So I'll be returning it tomorrow to get a replacement. Wish me luck guys.
Quick update, went and exchanged and got home, and noticed the vibration was fixed, dust was fine but guess what!? There's still a gap in the seal, and I know it's a gap because when I push the whole screen down against the rubber seal the light disappears! Just great HTC, guess I'm going back for my third tomorrow!
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Quick update, went and exchanged and got home, and noticed the vibration was fixed, dust was fine but guess what!? There's still a gap in the seal, and I know it's a gap because when I push the whole screen down against the rubber seal the light disappears! Just great HTC, guess I'm going back for my third tomorrow!
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I'm sure this won't be fix for awhile HTC probably hasn't fixed the issue
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Andrew149 said:
I'm sure this won't be fix for awhile HTC probably hasn't fixed the issue
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Is this really an issue?
At this point I'm thinking of just picking up the SGS3.
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Is this really an issue?
At this point I'm thinking of just picking up the SGS3.
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Anybody else have this light bleed or is this just luck of the draw?
Just to give this thread some closure. I walked into the AT&T store told the guy about this and he kind of acted like the whole ordeal was stupid, replied with I can't see it and since it's your second repair you must go through the AT&T global store and call this number yadda yadda. I didn't want to be without a phone and was afraid of the same problem once again. So I traded the HTC One X+ in for the SGS3. So long story short, this thing has an amazing build quality and surprisingly feels much sturdier than the One X+. The only thing it lacks is where the processor is and how fast it goes. Thanks though guys, sorry for leaving you! Hope all goes well and HTC gets all of these problems sorted out!
Well since you have the S3 make sure to try Task&ktoons AOKP rom. Smooth as butter its all I ever ran on my s2 and s3
Sorry to hear about your issues though
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So this has been somewhat bothering me since pretty much day one and I have told myself it's not a big deal just me being "nit picky" but I just have to mention and ask...
My DNA is "creaky" on the front glass I clean my display endlessly and it makes a creaky (for lack of a better description or recording of the actual sound..) sound.. I also notice that when I put it down there is a noise from the camera area.. (maybe auto focus lens..)
but my main concern is the creaky sound on the front and when i grip the phone on the sides...
Does anyone else notice this?
Thats too bad to hear. Mine is solid all around.
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Yeah, no creaks here after a month
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Nothing here
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I've had mine for a while and if is still solid l around. I just bought a incipio case for it and its even more solid.
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You sure it's not the glass on the camera? If I tap above it, it sounds like a creak. I checked brand new ones and they all do it
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If your phone is less than 14 days old, you may easily get it replaced at Verizon store.
I had this issue, and got a new replacement without any hassle.
You just got a phone like that. Either get it replaced or get used to it. Sorry...
I wouldn't be happy either. Doubt Verizon will swap it for that. I'd try to tell them it gets hot or doesn't hold the charge or something. They swapped my husband's Rezound cause it was hot and dying in a matter of hour when plugged in and used as GPS in the car. Tell them you have a problem like that.
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well, crap... all this time I should have gone by the VZW store to check the demo units or ask here like I thought about originally... I got my phone at Best Buy and out of the return policy I could probably get the my friend at VZW to replace my phone under warranty.. it's just that in the past I have had issues CLNA phones..
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well, crap... all this time I should have gone by the VZW store to check the demo units or ask here like I thought about originally... I got my phone at Best Buy and out of the return policy I could probably get the my friend at VZW to replace my phone under warranty.. it's just that in the past I have had issues CLNA phones..
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My DNA its a CLN that I got as a alternate replacement and was literally flawless.
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Mines been solid since I got it. And I'm very particular when it comes to creaky phones. I'd try to get a replacement.
Mine creaked bottom right, replaced it and its better though I can briefly recreate the noise if the battery flap isn't seated properly.
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My DNA its a CLN that I got as a alternate replacement and was literally flawless.
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Same here.
Mine is solid as a rock.
This set is "the nuts"! (poker term).
Except for the fact that you can't even look at it without somehow touching the rocker volume and changing the setting.
I don't want a case on it so I just remember to handle it without actually touching it.
Or get Volume Locker app.
With case off, no creaks on mine. Then again, the instant I pulled it out of the box, I babied it in a screen protector and ballistic sg case. My Nexus 7 though, creaks like no other.
Sometimes phones can begin to show creaking after having a case on it that was too small for it. Have you recently had problems removing a case?
I have two DNA's and had to replace one due to this creaking sound. Verizon did not think it was a problem, but exchanged it anyway after I insisted the sound was bothering me.
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I have two DNA's and had to replace one due to this creaking sound. Verizon did not think it was a problem, but exchanged it anyway after I insisted the sound was bothering me.
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that looks what I may have to do.. good thing is if the replacement shows up and is not acceptable i can just send it back for another..
I've never even heard of this...
My employee edition does this. It is quite weird and happens in the bottom left corner
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I have always liked HTC phones. My last three phones have been HTC. I like they way they look, and the premium build quality of the the One X and later models only added to that. And I am one of the few that actually liked Sense. I was pretty sure I was going to get the M8... then I test drove it in the AT&T store. Why oh why HTC? No, I am not talking about the flimsy camera and the weird fingerprint reader knockoff.
1) Why occupy so much real estate with those two giant front-facing speakers? Exactly how many people listen to music on their speakerphone? Yeah, it happens in one particular community, but I don't think HTC was targeting that primarily that type of customer with this feature.
2) More importantly, what's up with the fat bezel below the screen with the HTC logo on it. I am so used to having the navigation buttons down there that kept pressing the blank areas around the logo. It seems that HTC is aware of this tendency, as touching the left and right areas triggered the buttons immediately above. However, the behavior of the HTC logo was maddeningly inconsistent. Sometimes it would trigger the area above it, sometimes not.
How do you find this "feature"? I really wish they had found a more discrete way to put their logo on the face of the phone (hey, even image-obsessed Apple does not do that). If they really wanted it on the face they should have at least put it on the top of the screen where it is out of the way.
Am I missing something about this feature, or is it really as boneheaded as it appears. This alone is making me want to buy a different brand phone. I don't like the S5 and it seems the Xperia is not going to be available in the US for a while, so as of now I am waiting for the LG G3.
There are components underneath it.
At least that's what I read a long time ago before the phone came out.
HTC M8
Their is hardware beneath, and if they were to make the screen longer the screen's ratio would be off. It is not annoying actually. This is my first HTC phone but I got used to it really fast.
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I thought it would be annoying and hated it in pictures and actually decided not to get it bc of this, but then my wife surprised me with the m8 and it doesn't bother me in the least coming from the m7. This is an awesome phone and the fastest phone ever.
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Don't even notice it
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yes these "lower bezel" complaints are ridiculous. You don't notice it at all, and it's there for a reason - some hardware (and I believe antennas) were placed there because the back was all covered with metal.
is kind of annoying during the first week or so, after that you just get used to it, but I do think that HTC should at least leave the capacitve buttons in there to justify the bezel and give us a full screen user experience.
Still occasionally bothers me when looking at other phones/manufacturers who found a way to avoid this. But then I hold their phones and am all good again.