Are HTC doing anything about it? Releasing a software that prevents it, fixing all newly produced models, etc? This is a real dealbreaker, I might have to go with an S4 if they're not going to fix this.
No offense, but this sounds like the 'burn-in' issue with the S4: only the poster seems to know about it and everyone else seems to be oblivious to this. I say this because, so far, I've only seen a couple of reports of this blown speaker thing for the One, and even less for the S4 burn-in. I wouldn't necessarily see this as a 'deal breaker' if it's not that widespread (again, if there's some supporting data, I'm more than happy to stand corrected).
That being said, IF this is a real problem, a software patch wouldn't seem to be able to fix it since this is a physical damage issue. Other than replacing bad speaker membranes and improving the quality of their new units, there's no quick fix (oh, yeah, you could reinforce the membrane with tape or acrylic coating...but that's too DIY and definitely bound to void your warranty).
I've had the One for a while now and have yet to actually come across anyone who's experienced any issue with the speakers. I know there has been a TON of trolling about the issue, but so far for me hardware is fantastic.
I've seen a youtube video on it, and a load of comments saying they have it too and asking how to fix it. I didn't post this in the other topic since it seems to be plagued with trolls who would give me false information. Hoping to get a few legit answers here before they notice.
I thought the OP was on a save BB crusade.
Now I'm confused.
http://forums.crackberry.com/genera...ing-going-here-841839/index3.html#post9065324
Tippy tapped from my iPhone 5, from me to you.
I thought the OP was on a save BB crusade.
Now I'm confused.
http://forums.crackberry.com/genera...ing-going-here-841839/index3.html#post9065324
Tippy tapped from my iPhone 5, from me to you.
The One has a fantastic hardware build and speakers that are clear and loud. I listen to music on mine several times a day, at varying volume levels (though often at max). No issues here, and a few local friends with the One haven't had it happen either. While we're still speaking of relatively small sample groups here, the general sense is still one of blown speakers being a more isolated issue. I recognize that it's mentioned in multiple places (different blogs, forums) in comments, but that doesn't necessarily signify a problem worthy of disregarding the One.
That said, if you really like the One, get the one. If you'd like, you could probably give the speakers a test in the store before walking out with it. The previously-suggested device insurance also isn't a bad idea.
I've had the One for a while now and have yet to actually come across anyone who's experienced any issue with the speakers. I know there has been a TON of trolling about the issue, but so far for me hardware is fantastic.
...There are many experiencing blown out speakers. So many that I've even heard about it, and I'm an iPhone user not interested in this phone.