Recent content by blindpuppie

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    Picked up the Alpha - Anyone Else?

    What makes a great phone? That is a very personal question. With devices becoming larger, if size is a concern the choices are extremely limited. Yes the A series replaces the Alpha. Not really. Through in a 2500 amh extended battery kit and the Alpha is a far superior device. The Sony z3...
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    Battery Life Extension

    I have the 2500 extended battery kit on order. I'll let you know how it goes. I read a review that stated it increased OST from 3-4 to about 6 hours. And the device fit into the Spigen Neo Case with new battery which only increases the thickness of the phone by slightly less than the camera hump.
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    Picked up the Alpha - Anyone Else?

    iPhone 6 and Alpha are both great devices. But take a peak at the HTC ONE M8 or M9. Open a web page and zoom in. The phone enlarges the print/text AND re formats it to fit the screen eliminating the need to scroll from side to side. Also check out a Blackberry Passport. It's an odd shape and...
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    Should I be concerned that Samsung Discontinued the Alpha?

    Just picked up an Alpha myself. And downloaded Lollipop 5.0.2 when I got home:). iMO the Alpha, like a few other phones, are under rated by reviewers. four common shortcomings noted consistently. Camera, battery life, no SD slot and price. Camera may not be number one, but it is pretty dog gone...
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    Alpha now $320 @ AT&T

    Yeeeuuup, picked one up a few days ago. gorilla glass 4, 2 GB ram, 32 GB ram (I'm good with that), 801 processor. Descent 12 megapixel camera and 4.7 inch display. Add to that a gorgeous metal frame. Where else can you purchase a compact device with that sec for $330? I sprung $50 for the 2500...
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    Anyone go caseless?

    I have gone ceaseless on several phones. The tempered glass screen protector is wonderful. The Zagg is pricey, but has rolled and polished edges which is a big plus. In some instances I have gone with clear thin as possible cases just to protect from scratches. Bottom line is if you plan on...
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    Whats your first impression of your new Moto X!?

    Being the unimaginative ol' fart that I am I took delivery of the black leather X today. Walked through the set up and "Cassandra" was showing off her talents. Interactive is a relative term when it comes down to humans and machines. Arguably the Moto X is the most interactive phone out there...