It wasn't removable on the G2 so I would expect that it would be the same for the G3. As for those that are telling people to stop whining about the logos, some (including myself) can be very particular about the aesthetics of their phone. My main issue is that the logos (especially on the front) are absolutely unnecessary. While I do understand that logos are placed to advertise who made the product and such, it's not like I'm suddenly going to forget that my phone is on the Verizon network with the huge Verizon and 4G LTE logo on the back, the Verizon logo on startup, the Verizon branding on the notification shade, the utterly useless and non-removable Verizon applications, etc. And it also sure as hell isn't going to make anyone think "I'm switching to Verizon!" after seeing that obtrusive logo on the front since 95% of the time, I'm the only one looking at my phone... and I haven't forgotten which network I'm using (see above). Basically, it boils down to branding fatigue... I know what device I'm using, I know what network I'm on, I don't need a logo to shove it in my face everytime I use my device.
Making a big deal out of nothing? Yeah, pretty much... but still irritating like a splinter in your finger. It's not going to kill you but it'll definitely be on your mind.
Distracts? Honestly when using any device do you REALLY notice the branding when you're using it? My goodness people whine over the simplest of things.
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Look again at the posts prior to yours. No one said to "stop whining" as you incorrectly stated in your rant.
Specifically, it was my post you misspoke about so i'll respond and offer a couple of suggestions that may ease your mind and help with the irritation.
1. Operate your device in dim lit areas or at night, only. You won't be able to see any logos in those environments.
2. Use a full body case for your device. This should cover all carrier logos plus the device manufacturers. Of course now, you will see the case manufacturers name and logo all of the time. I think that's a fair trade off. Case manufacturers could always use a boost selling their products...
3. Switch to a no name carrier with no logo. I am 99% sure this will stop the irritation!
While not explicitly stated, it was implied.
Haha, clever. Yes I realize how big a deal I may seem like I'm making out of seemingly nothing but do keep in mind that a) everyone has their preferences, b) people will find a way to complain about everything, and c) perhaps our devices are just so good at what they do a small fault can seem like a bigger issue than it really is. Epitome of first world problems? Yeah, not going to argue there. But I'm not living in a third world country and thus, do not share the same problems and concerns as they do. To belittle my "problems" vis-?-vis those from the third world is, in my opinion, patronizing to both parties... but I digress.
Let's just leave it at agreeing to disagree on this topic as we all eagerly await the G3. I merely wanted to present my personal opinions on the matter, some of which are undoubtedly shared by others with a similar complaint with the excessive use of logos.
I imagine that everyone saying I should stop whining hate that I'm drawing attention to something they would rather not have on their device.
Oh well, I'm not the one who has to live with it. I left Verizon for this and other reasons.
I stay with Verizon because the by far have the best network in my town.
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I'm wondering about release date too. Summer release could mean anything. Like end of August.
I still think Verizon will sell a 2/16 and mislead about expandable app storage. The G2 did not have an SD slot. Would not be surprised also if the "premium" at Tmo is the 3/32 and they have exclusivity.
Why would Tmo have exclusivity on the 3/32 version?
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