Epic 4G -- Got questions? Ask them here!

[saintv90]

Not sure if this was asked...I searched but didn't find anything. Does the new Epic have the $10 premium data tax like the Evo does? Or is that an HTC thing?

 

[HAAS599]

Not sure if this was asked...I searched but didn't find anything. Does the new Epic have the $10 premium data tax like the Evo does? Or is that an HTC thing?

yes it does

 

[Andrew Ruffolo]

Would love to know how many ring tones / notification sounds come pre-loaded onto the Epic, and how easy it will be (if at all) to customize different sounds with different features

e.g. a sound for SMS notification, a ringtone for email (different ringtones for different email types like Yahoo, gmail?), and a different sound for calendar reminders...

I hope the customization options are many (although even though I'll be a new Android user, I'm sure there is or will be apps in the Marketplace to help out with this if it doesn't come as a stock feature on the phone)

I have:
28 Ringtones (longer sounds)
7 Notifications (Very brief, like 1 second audio)
1 Alarm (not a good one)
12 UI Sounds (i.e. low battery)

 

[muskrat2k1]

Can the dedicated camera button be disabled? Nothing gets on my nerves faster than accidentally opening the cam on phones with the ded button. Thanks!

 

[caliskimmer]

Can the dedicated camera button be disabled? Nothing gets on my nerves faster than accidentally opening the cam on phones with the ded button. Thanks!

I don't think this is possible without rooting. I don't know of any phones that can natively disable buttons.

 

[campbell]

When you are in a video call on Qik what happens when you get a voice call (or even text or email)? Does it interrupt the video?

 

[caliskimmer]

When you are in a video call on Qik what happens when you get a voice call (or even text or email)? Does it interrupt the video?

This isn't ATT! You can browse and call at the same time! I don't think that it interrupts the video, but you can probably put it on hold. I used Fring way more than Qik, but then Skype was shut down on Fring, so I might use Qik more now (not the HD, don't have that kind of money)

 

[campbell]

This isn't ATT! You can browse and call at the same time! I don't think that it interrupts the video, but you can probably put it on hold. I used Fring way more than Qik, but then Skype was shut down on Fring, so I might use Qik more now (not the HD, don't have that kind of money)

You mean CANT browse right? I forgot about email being tied in with the internet, but it was more for the voice call anyway. I did plan on using Skype but I remember in one of the 30 youtube reviews it was said that Skype wasnt available yet for the Epic.

 

[caliskimmer]

You mean CANT browse right? I forgot about email being tied in with the internet, but it was more for the voice call anyway. I did plan on using Skype but I remember in one of the 30 youtube reviews it was said that Skype wasnt available yet for the Epic.

No, for Sprint's network I think you can talk and surf. Skype isn't available for anyone except Verizon users because of their little contract. Skype pulled out of the Fring app for whatever reason (violation of terms?) and now you can't access your Skype account anywhere.

 

[lorcha]

You mean CANT browse right? I forgot about email being tied in with the internet, but it was more for the voice call anyway. I did plan on using Skype but I remember in one of the 30 youtube reviews it was said that Skype wasnt available yet for the Epic.

My understanding is that Sprint 4G phones don't contain this restriction while on WiMax. You should be able to use the Internet while on a call, assuming you are on a 4G connection (or WiFi).

 

[campbell]

No, for Sprint's network I think you can talk and surf. Skype isn't available for anyone except Verizon users because of their little contract. Skype pulled out of the Fring app for whatever reason (violation of terms?) and now you can't access your Skype account anywhere.

No I've had sprint for almost 6 years and could never talk and surf....I think thats on GSM networks only.Well it does look like Ill be using Qik then lol

 

[campbell]

My understanding is that Sprint 4G phones don't contain this restriction while on WiMax. You should be able to use the Internet while on a call, assuming you are on a 4G connection (or WiFi).

I hope that is true about WiMax...that would be a plus

 

[caliskimmer]

No I've had sprint for almost 6 years and could never talk and surf....I think thats on GSM networks only.Well it does look like Ill be using Qik then lol

ATT can't do it. I think T-Mobile can. Sorry, I'm not really thinking straight, kinda upset with my class schedule, but you are correct. I just mixed up an ad I saw long ago for T-Mobile.

 

[caliskimmer]

I hope that is true about WiMax...that would be a plus

It is true. This time, I'm positive 4g doesn't have restrictions.

 

[adjmcloon#IM]

You can use wimax data and talk at the same time.

 

[campbell]

ATT can't do it. I think T-Mobile can. Sorry, I'm not really thinking straight, kinda upset with my class schedule, but you are correct. I just mixed up an ad I saw long ago for T-Mobile.

Oh ok i thought ATT did also. Never had them so I wasnt really sure

 

[caliskimmer]

Oh ok i thought ATT did also. Never had them so I wasnt really sure

Well, during my iPhone days (lol, I still have an iPhone), people would complain that ATT can't do surf and talk, so that's how I learned.

 

[Andrew Ruffolo]

Well, during my iPhone days (lol, I still have an iPhone), people would complain that ATT can't do surf and talk, so that's how I learned.

The only reason you can't on your iPhone is if you're in a 2G area, or haven't updated your software os to 3.0 or higher. Technically you can on ATT.

 

[caliskimmer]

The only reason you can't on your iPhone is if you're in a 2G area, or haven't updated your software os to 3.0 or higher. Technically you can on ATT.

Hmm, I should really stop listening the the BAHing of the iSheep then. I'm just going to listen to people here instead.

 

[antmon1]

LMAO... I'm sure he was kidding... well I HOPE he was kidding...

i don't see the relevance of the "DIAF" comment from cr3amy when i commented that i would watch movies on the commute to work.

in the end, he can go F himself.

*cheers*