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- 07-16-2011, 04:05 PM
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Not Impressed.
I'm growing increasingly tired of Blackberry. To the point of shopping for a new platform. Android is looking REALLY good at this point and Windows Phone is looking even more promising (as an XBox 360 player and a STAUNCH anti-Apple guy).
Looking at this preview video is solidifying my position. NOT A SINGLE MODIFICATION TO THE VIRTUAL KEYBOARD? REALLY? I don't think my fingers are any bigger than many other males ... I also know how to touch type (about 100 wpm). The virtual keyboard is VIRTUALLY UN-USABLE. Why is it too much to ask for a tactile response (slight vibration) to confirm that you have actually pressed a key? Why is it too much to ask for a (excuse my language) damn staggered keyboard format, like a STANDARD QWERTY kb? There's a reason it's laid out the the way it is ... so that your fingers don't hit 2 or 3 keys at once while touch typing.
Rant, I know. But geez ... I live in NYC. I can't be looking at the damn screen all the time - I'd get hit by a bus. I don't know HOW iPhone users do it ...
- 07-16-2011, 04:47 PM #2
The virtual keyboard was changed between BB6 and BB7. You can also use a full qwerty just as you could since OS5
Also, I wouldn't blame anyone that jumps to WP7. I personally like it a lot. Android wouldn't be my first choice though.
CH Design - http://www.cameronhirbodi.com - 07-16-2011, 04:53 PM #3 I agree. I've used enough android phones to eliminate them. I would go for WP7 if I was planning on leaving BB. I'm not though. I'll be getting the 9900 to pair with my playbook.
Originally Posted by UrbanGlowCam 
The virtual keyboard was changed between BB6 and BB7. You can also use a full qwerty just as you could since OS5
Also, I wouldn't blame anyone that jumps to WP7. I personally like it a lot. Android wouldn't be my first choice though. - 07-16-2011, 04:55 PM #4 I could not agree with you more on every detail you just hit there. Although I'm deciding between the 9930/9850 still! Originally Posted by D_March CH Design - http://www.cameronhirbodi.com
- 07-16-2011, 05:52 PM #6 I believe it stays on until you press it again this time. Originally Posted by dredewten85 CH Design - http://www.cameronhirbodi.com
- 07-16-2011, 09:31 PM #7
who cares if you are not impressed,today's news say the torch 2 is ready for the big time.at&t release coming soon.
- 07-16-2011, 09:33 PM #8
The OS7 virtual keyboard reminds me of the one on Android 2.3/Gingerbread.
Perhaps life is just that...a dream and a fear. - 07-16-2011, 09:38 PM #9
I don't like any virtual keyboards. That's the main reason I have never switched to an iPhone. Can't you just use the real keyboard on your Torch.
- 07-17-2011, 07:21 AM #11
Can dynomax or anyone else that has the Torch 2 please comment on the virtual keyboard. I am a 9700 owner looking into possibly buying the Torch 2 instead of the 9900.
I just tried my friends' original Torch and I found it very difficult to type on the virtual keyboard in the landscape mode. Has this been improved at all on the Torch 2?? Also are there any vibrations or sound notifications whenever you press on a letter??
Thanks ahead for all your replies.
Posted from my CrackBerry at wapforums.crackberry.com - 07-17-2011, 04:38 PM #12 100% agree (although the keyboard is just one of the many reasons for me). I very, very seldom use the virtual keyboard on my Torch -- less now than ever since I got the PlayBook. If you don't/won't use the physical keyboard, surely one of the jillions of all-touch slab phones out there will suit your needs. Originally Posted by ADGrant Ed
Be bold. Be pantless. Then go take a nice long nap. - 07-17-2011, 09:13 PM #13
The Torch isn't for everyone. Anyone that has experienced RIM devices and expects their every request to be fulilled is setting themselves for disappointment. RIM devices aren't for everyone. If they don't meet your needs, choose another platform. You have had your rant.
Posted from my CrackBerry at wapforums.crackberry.com - 07-18-2011, 05:15 AM #14 But compared to Apple and to some extent, Android and WP7, RIM gives you more options in terms of form factors with their different lines. The only option that RIM has not provided for adequately, in my eyes, is the full touchscreen form factor. The Storm series, although some do like their devices, was a disappointment. Hopefully the new full touchscreen device will correct that. Originally Posted by jcp007
- 07-18-2011, 06:15 AM #15
Comparing the Storm and Torch in terms of touchscreen capabilites and performance is a bit unfair in terms of surepress and capacitive technologies. OS7 should take the T2 and Torch Touch aka Storm 3 to another level though sure to be lagging by spec wizards.
Posted from my CrackBerry at wapforums.crackberry.com - 07-26-2011, 10:33 AM #16
The torch keyboard works better than on my aria. Then I installed Swype and i like it over the bb.
To each their own, right?Torch 9800>HTC Aria>Tour 9630>World Edition 8830>Curve 8900>Curve 8300>Pearl 8100> random flip phones>Nokia 8290>Motorola StarTac... - 07-26-2011, 12:48 PM #17
Guy buys a device which is extra bulky due solely to a nice physical keyboard being present.
Guy then rants about virtual keyboard to the point where he's considering ditching the device.
Does not compute.SEMPER FI - 10-08-2011, 06:37 PMThread Author #18
Am I missing something? What's changed with the exception of switching the location of a couple of alternate keys on the bottom rows? It still is NOT a standard QWERTY keyboard in that the keys are in a column/row grid. Look at the keyboard right in front of you on the computer ... see what I mean?
I touch type (meaning i don't look at the keys). Having to look at the keys just screws me up ... and with this HORRIBLE grid pattern ... well, it just makes another reason for me to think of leaving Blackberry.
- 10-08-2011, 06:41 PMThread Author #19
Guy longs for the days when people actually used correct spelling and grammar in text messages thus seeks industry standard keyboard. Originally Posted by ragingklu
PS Torch isn't BULKY? Have you SEEN the new OLED Samsungs? Where you doing the robot dance while saying 'does not compute' as well?
- 10-09-2011, 04:09 AM #21
Android is a joke, I switched from it. Only thing that makes Android good is HTC Sense UI.
- 10-11-2011, 08:13 PM #22 What are you, a moron? His spelling and grammar were flawless. And he was saying the Torch IS bulky. Because it has a physical keyboard. Originally Posted by DanRobbins Guy longs for the days when people actually used correct spelling and grammar in text messages thus seeks industry standard keyboard.
PS Torch isn't BULKY? Have you SEEN the new OLED Samsungs? Where you doing the robot dance while saying 'does not compute' as well?
Duh.
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