Coming from Windows Phone
My daily driver is a Lumia 720, and I'm at the point where all the shine and newness has worn off and all it is now is simply a very beautiful, functional device that fits my daily needs. But I've gotten bored of it, like I always do, and I'm feeling the urge to upgrade within the next 6 months or so.
My phone prior to this was an Android, still can't say I like it much now. The design is so messy and inconsistent, and coming from WP, simple fade animations just don't cut it. I was planning to switch back to Android without a choice, but then while trying out the Z3 Compact I saw the Passport. I don't follow BB news and was just about to laugh at it's similarity to the LG Optimus Vu. That was before I picked it up and used it, and even though I didn't care much for the form factor or physical keyboard, I found myself liking it a lot, enjoying BB10.3. Much improved and elegant design in 10.3, and I really enjoyed playing around with it.
Now the main question I have is: How will the transition from WP to BB10 be? Coming from WP I've adapted not to use many apps anyway, but those that I do use I expect them to be good in design and function. Also, how much customization is present in BB10? Sure, it looks fluid and works well, at least with WP there's live tiles. I don't want my interest in the phone to be DOA. And lastly for choice of phone, are there any rumors of a refresh of the Z10? I really like the design and smaller form factor of that phone, especially in gorgeous white. But it seems a little dated now, and the reviews aren't great. Would you recommend it? Without the Z10 I would think my interest drops, I will not settle for design I don't like; devices like the Z30 just don't cut it.
Thanks a lot!