HTC One [Megathread]

skeg16 · 10-05-2013 08:37AM

calabi yau wrote: »

Does your work have any policies on downloading stuff over WiFi / was your it dept working on something at the time?

No all should be fine, had no issues with my iphone. I work alongside the system admins so I would have known if there were any outages. Im going to continue testing and update

Issac · 10-05-2013 08:45AM

Karen23 wrote: »

Anyone any idea ? Please.

My GF's One S screen cracked like that last year and she got a quote of €90 including labour from a shop on talbot street. Not sure if there'd be much difference with the One V screen costs.

There's a screen on ebay for €27 inc. delivery (Irish seller) if you know someone that'd be able to put it in:

http://www.ebay.ie/itm/For-HTC-One-V-Genuine-and-new-LCD-Screen-/281095232777?pt=UK_Replacement_Parts_Tools&hash=item417294dd09#ht_927wt_1070

Edit: That actually doesn't seem to include the digitizer like this one does:

http://www.ebay.ie/itm/LCD-Digitizer-Touch-Screen-Unit-for-HTC-One-V-/251262170256?pt=UK_Replacement_Parts_Tools&hash=item3a80647490#ht_500wt_851

Karen23 · 10-05-2013 09:17AM

Issac wrote: »

My GF's One S screen cracked like that last year and she got a quote of €90 including labour from a shop on talbot street. Not sure if there'd be much difference with the One V screen costs.

There's a screen on ebay for €27 inc. delivery (Irish seller) if you know someone that'd be able to put it in:

http://www.ebay.ie/itm/For-HTC-One-V-Genuine-and-new-LCD-Screen-/281095232777?pt=UK_Replacement_Parts_Tools&hash=item417294dd09#ht_927wt_1070

Edit: That actually doesn't seem to include the digitizer like this one does:

http://www.ebay.ie/itm/LCD-Digitizer-Touch-Screen-Unit-for-HTC-One-V-/251262170256?pt=UK_Replacement_Parts_Tools&hash=item3a80647490#ht_500wt_851

Sh*t , A repair shop had none in stock and couldn't give an accurate price until they came in but reckoned it would be about €60. Hoped it would be less than this but looking at those links he's probably right.

Thanks for replying.

skeg16 · 10-05-2013 09:52AM

skeg16 wrote: »

No all should be fine, had no issues with my iphone. I work alongside the system admins so I would have known if there were any outages. Im going to continue testing and update

Ok there is definitely an issue. Ive check the Wifi and all is fine, im on DHCP (same as phone) and can browse, stream successfully and im getting 10Mbps+ speeds.

On my phone Im browsing and streaming youtube fine so no issues there, ive tried to do a speed test but the webpage redirects me to download the app :rolleyes:

I tested a few apps i.e Angry birds, paper toss & fruit ninja each is circa 20MB in size. They all begin to download but stall at 4.15KB for a couple of minutes and then go to 8.92KB a few minutes later and so on. After 15minutes fruit ninja was @ 45.37KB (0%) and I gave up. Paper toss was the same until I looked at the phone 10mins later and it has successfully installed???

My guess is either an issue with my google play store accounts or (hopefully not) an issue with the wifi module in the phone??

10-05-2013 10:17AM

Just cracked the screen on my 2 week old HTC one. ****. I bet it will be difficult to get a replacement and he I do it will cost a fortune. Absolutely raging.

rovoagho · 10-05-2013 11:44AM

First phone I've insured, going back to 088 analog days. So-called gapless construction makes it all-but economically unrepairable.

beno619 · 10-05-2013 12:14PM

rovoagho wrote: »

First phone I've insured, going back to 088 analog days. So-called gapless construction makes it all-but economically unrepairable.

Its definitely repairable unless HTC plan to throw any phone that comes in for repair into a skip.

micknail · 10-05-2013 12:59PM

How hard is it to unlock these phones?

I want to buy one from donedeal and want to have/get it unlocked.

Also, how do I check it gets direct updates for android, rather than android -> Network -> me

rovoagho · 10-05-2013 01:25PM

beno619 wrote: »

Its definitely repairable unless HTC plan to throw any phone that comes in for repair into a skip.

/Economically/ repairable. The screen and digitiser on a HTC One X is €150+, and that can be pried out. The One is glued.

Handset makers rarely repair their own phones.

ULMarc · 10-05-2013 02:05PM

skeg16 wrote: »

Ok there is definitely an issue. Ive check the Wifi and all is fine, im on DHCP (same as phone) and can browse, stream successfully and im getting 10Mbps+ speeds.

On my phone Im browsing and streaming youtube fine so no issues there, ive tried to do a speed test but the webpage redirects me to download the app :rolleyes:

I tested a few apps i.e Angry birds, paper toss & fruit ninja each is circa 20MB in size. They all begin to download but stall at 4.15KB for a couple of minutes and then go to 8.92KB a few minutes later and so on. After 15minutes fruit ninja was @ 45.37KB (0%) and I gave up. Paper toss was the same until I looked at the phone 10mins later and it has successfully installed???

My guess is either an issue with my google play store accounts or (hopefully not) an issue with the wifi module in the phone??

Try it on another wifi network so you can rule out your workplace's network.

10-05-2013 02:19PM

micknail wrote: »

How hard is it to unlock these phones?

I want to buy one from donedeal and want to have/get it unlocked.

Also, how do I check it gets direct updates for android, rather than android -> Network -> me

There are unlock codes available online if you want to network unlock. Unfortunately you can't bypass the network updates even if it's unlocked, as your updates will be dictated by your Carrier ID, which will still remain with the phone. Only other is to root your phone and flash the latest roms yourself as they come out.

rovoagho wrote: »

/Economically/ repairable. The screen and digitiser on a HTC One X is €150+, and that can be pried out. The One is glued.

Handset makers rarely repair their own phones.

HTC will have a way of repairing. It will be interesting to see how much they would charge for a repair such as screen replacement. I paid €165 twice to repair my girlfriends S3. Depressing.

pedatron · 10-05-2013 03:52PM

Trickdroid or Android Revolution lads??? Which ROM is best?

10-05-2013 04:53PM

pedatron wrote: »

Trickdroid or Android Revolution lads??? Which ROM is best?

I'm biased, but TrickDroid for me as it offers way more options so you really see the benefit of having a custom ROM. That said, I've been beta testing TrickDroid 5.4 today and having issues.....so would only recommend 5.3 for now.

ARHD is a great solid ROM if you want as close to stock as possible, no bells and whistles.

Cyrus · 10-05-2013 04:57PM

pedatron wrote: »

Trickdroid or Android Revolution lads??? Which ROM is best?

Trickdroid for me too, more customisation

rovoagho · 10-05-2013 05:05PM

Basil3 wrote: »

HTC will have a way of repairing.

Again, I'm talking about economic repairs, not whether they're actually repairable or not. That said, iFixit say it'll be an absolute pain in the hole to repair; and on top of that I'm told that HTC are one of the worst for repairs, because they don't provide schematics. I can't speak for the validity of the last part though.

It will be interesting to see how much they would charge for a repair such as screen replacement. I paid €165 twice to repair my girlfriends S3. Depressing.

Most people would consider that uneconomic, and I'd guess many people would consider a single repair uneconomic. Which, again, is my point.

partyatmygaff · 10-05-2013 05:08PM

Anyone successfully get this phone subsidised on a 12 month contract with any network? Three and eMobile's prices for 12 month contracts are ridiculous.

10-05-2013 05:09PM

rovoagho wrote: »

Again, I'm talking about economic repairs, not whether they're actually repairable or not. That said, iFixit say it'll be an absolute pain in the hole to repair; and on top of that I'm told that HTC are one of the worst for repairs, because they don't provide schematics. I can't speak for the validity of the last part though.

Most people would consider that uneconomic, and I'd guess many people would consider a single repair uneconomic. Which, again, is my point.

Yeah, just illustrating that no flagship phone offers economic repairs these days, at least regarding the screen. Even the S3 which is relatively easy to pull to bits, costs an absolute fortune to get the screen replaced due to cost of materials.

Insurance is the only real option for me with the One.

Alpha Dog 1 · 10-05-2013 05:10PM

Can't setup the TV app to work properly.
Any tips?

seligehgit · 10-05-2013 05:31PM

Waiting over 4 weeks for an unlocked model from Clove!Anybody having similar experiences?

Bloved Mastermind · 10-05-2013 05:34PM

seligehgit wrote: »

Waiting over 4 weeks for an unlocked model from Clove!Anybody having similar experiences?

Yep, ordered from Handtec, waiting since the 5th of April. Hearing good things about Monday tho, apparently they're getting stock. Presumably will be the same situation for other retailers.

10-05-2013 06:06PM

Alpha Dog 1 wrote: »

Can't setup the TV app to work properly.
Any tips?

i just followed the instructions and it worked....sorry

pedatron · 10-05-2013 06:22PM

Basil3 wrote: »

I'm biased, but TrickDroid for me as it offers way more options so you really see the benefit of having a custom ROM. That said, I've been beta testing TrickDroid 5.4 today and having issues.....so would only recommend 5.3 for now.

ARHD is a great solid ROM if you want as close to stock as possible, no bells and whistles.

Thanks lads. Went ARHD in the finish as it was my first flash on this phone. Working great now so far! The minor tweaks are grand now. Might get itchy feet and push the boat out a bit further later on. Thanks lads.

11-05-2013 01:19PM

But you can buy the screen and digitizer online for about 30 quid. It can't be that hard to put in?

11-05-2013 01:55PM

Just did a bit of reading up on putting a new screen in. Near impossible. So I'll just have to make do with a cracked screen. So annoying as my case was due to be delivered but got delayed. Sickened.

Alpha Dog 1 · 11-05-2013 04:19PM

Still can't get the TV app to work. Getting annoying now.
Anyone having trouble with it?

Keeps giving me an error message when I select sky tv.
Do I have to select UK as the country when setting it up?

TT09 · 11-05-2013 06:17PM

Alpha Dog 1 wrote: »

Still can't get the TV app to work. Getting annoying now.
Anyone having trouble with it?

Keeps giving me an error message when I select sky tv.
Do I have to select UK as the country when setting it up?

I set it up through the UK , Irish setup keep giving errors.

Alpha Dog 1 · 11-05-2013 10:53PM

TT09 wrote: »

I set it up through the UK , Irish setup keep giving errors.

Can't even do it through the UK method.

II must have a dud....

kesey · 11-05-2013 11:12PM

Karen23 wrote: »

Anyone any idea ? Please.

Karen, I have the One X which I dropped and cracked the screen on the lower right quarter. None of the glass fell away. I put a screen protector on it to keep the screen in, sort of, one piece,

It has worked away happily for 6 months or so. I've checked in a number of local repair places here in Cork for quotes to repair the screen. It would cost approx €180.00

I recently spoke to a pal of mine who runs one of the better phone repair shops, one which has a very good reputation. He told me that screen replacement is very hit and miss: it is very hard to get right one the One X.

So, if you are going to invest in a screen replacement, I'd suggest get HTC in the UK to do it. That way you have some assurance that it will work out.

12-05-2013 06:24AM

Alpha Dog 1 wrote: »

Can't even do it through the UK method.

II must have a dud....

I had no problems whatsoever. I am going to wipe app data for the TV app and go through set up again, just to test.

What firmware version are you on?

Alpha Dog 1 · 12-05-2013 07:06AM

Basil3 wrote: »

I had no problems whatsoever. I am going to wipe app data for the TV app and go through set up again, just to test.

What firmware version are you on?

4.1.2

It's probably something that I wouldn't use all that often but when it's available it's annoying when it does not work.

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