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[Verizon Droid Charge] AndroidCraig:
Hi All,

I am switching phones from the LG Revolution to the Droid Charge Free upgrade from VZW due to the two phones that bricked themselves overnight.

I had the LG rooted and the sole custom ROM loaded and I loved it.

I have a few questions about the Charge I hope I can get answered here:

1: I've heard about a lot of issues with the GPS not being accurate/having trouble locking on to Sats. Is this true? Is there a fix for it?

2: How is 4G connectivity/speed? With the LG I had good connectivity and pretty decent speeds ~ 8mbps down. Is the charge in the same realm? Faster slower?

3:I played around with the change in the stores before deciding on the Revo and

the one thing that I hated about the DC was how laggy the screen seemed to be in switching between app drawer and Home screen and even between desktops.

Apps launching also seemed to be slower. I've been reading that the lagginess can be fixed with a custom patch is this true and how much of a difference does it make?

4: Since I intend to Root this 1st thing, and it looks like there are a few different ROMS out there, what is the best ROM to put on this phone?

5: What other quirks and gotcha's do I need to be aware of with the Charge?

Thanks
[Verizon Droid Charge] braveally:
My noob insight

I have had the charge for about 2 weeks now and did a lot of research and testing between the two devices and the Thunderbolt. Off the bat though, you don't have to deal with the bing intergration (unless that is your thing.) Here is what I know of:

1. It usually works fine, but I have experienced some issues with getting a lock on GPS. It usually would last no longer than a few minutes, but it does happen occasionally. Nothing I believe should be worried about or require a fix. The 4G seems to be fine, I have heard of previous issues but i think they have been addressed through an update.

2. My 4G with the charge is crazy. I consistently get between 10-14Mbps in my apartment, and have rarely seen anything under 9 on my speed test, including on the subway. (Bart in San Francisco)

3. That lag is annoying. It is there and I have been trying to figure out how to relieve some. There is the kernels with the Voodoo lagfix that address the issue. My experience has been so so with voodoo. I received a lot of errors in the custom rom (could have been my fault though) and seen the same lag (sometimes worse). But you should try, most seem pleased with the patch. Most cases it is fast enough though. Reducing the home screens to 5 and cutting back on widgets has helped a lot. But I guess that is expected.

4. I tried the GummyCharged. Altered Beast seem to be pretty popular as well. Both provide increased speed and reduced bloatware. I prefer Touchwiz personally. Nice overlay and not as intrusive as HTC sense (I hate sense).

5. check out this thread http://www.mydroidworld.com/forums/...harge-full-factory-tar-flashing-software.html in case you want to flash back to stock. Always disable voodoo when flashing anything. I was unable to disable it when trying to go back to flash, someone recommended a program (look it up) although I got the info after I just force flashed back to stock. I am still worried about issues that can arise, but so far so good.

Hope that helps.
[HTC Sensation] AZ2ENVY:
Okay Ive wasted alot of money of different styles of screen protectors

for the Sensation . Its a common ritual for me with new phones though .

I look for best fit , clarity , soft feel , and style . With the Sensations

screen being curved its a pain to find the one that fits all of these

requirements successfully . But as of today I found a worthy screen

protector . So I thought I would share and direct you guys towards

them :) First is the eBay link where you can get these exact ones .

Then here is the pics of them installed on my S4g :) Please hit the

Thanks button if I helped ! Enjoy ...

***Updated Link 4/24/12***

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270961808166#ht_2116wt_1163

Tools needed :

Hair Dryer

Microfiber towel or lint free extremely soft towel

Dust free area

Credit card or something alike with nice edges and not scuffed , chipped

Installation tips :

1: Make sure the area is dust free , I prefer the bathroom .

2: Sit the phone on something soft and lint free

3: Make sure the screen is absolutely free of fingerprints,lint,etc.

4: Heat up the screen protector with the hair dryer so its hot to the

touch (DO NOT HEAT PHONE !)

5: Peel off #1 side of protector

6: Apply carefully to screen so all edges are symmetrical in placement

Here is where I do things different.....

7: Rub the protector onto the phone , You will notice only the center

section sticks down and a large portion of the sides and top where

the beveled edges are will not stay stuck down . This is fine just rub

so you can get as much to stick as possible .

8: Peel off #2 side of protector , be careful to NOT peel off actual screen

protector when doing this since the edges are not stuck down .

9: Rub the protector on the phone with your fingers and credit card or

whatever you chose to lay edges down and get air bubbles out . You

will notice that the protector is very pliable now and will cooperate

very nicely !

10: Post pics for everyone to see :)

11: Enjoy !
[HTC Sensation] Wisefire:
Those look fantastic on your S4G. I just ordered a pack, thanks so much for the recommendation!
[HTC Sensation] Yori-:
the same seller selling a 5 pack for cheaper..

http://cgi.ebay.com/5-Clear-LCD-Scr...800258?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item415b4f5602

don't see a difference =_=
[HTC Sensation] eddie3six:
looks too good to be true 5pack for $3.15.... maybe he just trying to make a quick buck ,i was about to order untill the 3rd post :-\
[HTC Sensation] AZ2ENVY:
It is a 5 pack and thats what is on my S4g . I posted pics for proof .....
[HTC Sensation] eddie3six:
post the pack of the screens..... i want to see how they come
[HTC Sensation] AZ2ENVY:
Its a 45 cent difference , Not exactly gonna break the bank . I posted what

I have personally used and turned out the best . I cant comment on the

45 cent cheaper ones because I didnt use them . I posted the best ones

so far .
[HTC Sensation] AZ2ENVY:
If you say please I will :)
[HTC Sensation] nicky041192:
How durable are they?

Sent from my HTC Sensation Z710e
[HTC Sensation] armoguy94:
Please? :)
[HTC Sensation] AZ2ENVY:
They are very durable . very scratch resistant . Soft to the touch and

very smooth . Fingerprint resistant :)

Thank you for having manners :) The 5th one is missing because its on my phone . (Just thought I would cover

my ass since people love to tear others apart here)
[HTC Sensation] xdviper:
I just ordered an single one from amazon for $3.00 with shipping. it's a single one so i'm expecting it to be good, I ordered a 5 pack from amazon before i got the phone and it was alright except it doesnt let the fingers glide and is super glossy and doesnt fit the whole way, if the new one on the way isn't good then i'm jumping on this one.
[HTC Sensation] jawang26:
Thanks, ordered one too, bought 2 sets of screen protectors so far but havent been happy with em will give these a try, looks great on yours
[HTC Sensation] ayvecs:
Damn, your phone looks real nice with that screen protector to the point you don't even notice it.

I have to order those. I thought only a wet application would fit the sensation without any air bubbles but after seeing those pictures I am wrong.
[HTC Sensation] picachux:
Thanks to the op, Just picked up a 2 pack. Was thinking of going with a Zagg but buying the Sensation 4G wiped me out temporarily. This should hold me over until my next paycheck. Although they look perfect so I might just stick with it. Also grabbed a pair for my sisters G2x. Cheers.
[HTC Sensation] AZ2ENVY:
If you guys need some tips on installing them when you get them let me know :)

I found out a pretty good way to make them look perfect .
[HTC Sensation] picachux:
Post it please.
[HTC Sensation] mreik:
Definitely post them! I'm always looking for better ways to put these on..
[HTC Sensation] jr10000:
Do these actually cover the whole screen or just the before the curve of the screen??? My pc screen is water damaged so i cant really tell sorry! lol
[HTC Sensation] steve austin:
share the wealth

post it man, post it. thanks.
[HTC Sensation] johndoe411:
Me too, just received it after 9 business days from order.

I've also noticed the OP's protector has a semi-circular cut out at the top, wth is that?
[HTC Sensation] Yori-:
The circular cut out is for the sensor. If you look closely under the light you can see it
[HTC Sensation] EddyOS:
Ordered mine last weekend, have to come to the UK so not in any rush but hoping to get as good a result as the OP :)
[HTC Sensation] Yori-:
just a quick update, been using these for about 3 weeks.. and i don't know about you guys but for me.. there is a special ointment on the top layer that helps resist finger prints, they kinda run out after a couple weeks. And just 2 days ago, i realized the touch screen unlock became less sensitive. Meaning i was missing almost all my unlocks. Thinking i had the "touch screen" sensitivity issue, i ripped off the screen protector and it was completely fine. Maybe its just me, but i guess for the price paid, i cant complain. I went back to clearprotector ultras. I think they far exceed zaggs, skinomi products. Much thinner than those as well
[HTC Sensation] bigmachine:
Will install my skinomi screen protector tomorrow, good luck to me. Hope its good.
[HTC Sensation] kirdroid:
Ordered the screen protectors mentioned in the op yesterday ... How many days it is normally taking for folks to receive in the US? Ebay listing says delivery between Aug 8th and 10th, but that is highly unlikely.
[HTC Sensation] thebigham:
I just received mine today! I tried 3 of the 5 screen proectors already, but i cant seem to get the edges to stick together.
[HTC Sensation] StefanB86:
I got mine today also and after wasting money on expensive screen protectors I gotta say this is the best one I have tried, you can't even say that there's one installed, crystal clear :)
[HTC Sensation] kodochax:
Just got mines and these are great. Thanks for this!!
[HTC Sensation] samnada:
I Googled "clearprotector ultra" but no luck. Can you provide a bit more info or a link? Thanks.
[HTC Sensation] EddyOS:
Mine arrived today, will try fitting them soon
[HTC Sensation] gustav30:
Got mine yesterday. Ordered them on Sunday. Not bad, he must be sort of back on track with shipping. Also got my wife's G2X 6 pack as well.

I've actually been pleasantly surprised with the free protector that came when I bought this TPU case:

http://www.basalent.com/htc-sensation-4g-tpu-gel-dual-s-line-wave-case-black.html

So we'll probably wait a bit before putting these on.
[HTC Sensation] reaperofwaywardsouls:
Mine should be coming in this week, hopefully they work out like the thread starter's did...
[HTC Sensation] Ajboricua:
Thanks I just ordered the case and I said heck a free glass protector with cloth and other crap for 8.99 why not :D
[HTC Sensation] bone$:
Can someone please PM me spshop88 email address... i want to email him regarding the shipment of the screen protector but for some reason he doesn't have his email add. posted on ebay any longer... tried calling him twice but no answer :confused: ... for some reason his shipment is taking longer than expected ... thanks in advance!

figured it out thanks!
[HTC Sensation] Jawad1977:
Thanks alot!
[HTC Sensation] chadsin:
I ordered from this guy 2 weeks ago and still havnt recieved them.:mad:
[HTC Sensation] chisleu:
Mine came very fast.
[HTC Sensation] EddyOS:
Finally got round to fitting one, and have to say they're very good. Not 100% happy with how I fitted it but for now it's great - definitely recommend them
[HTC Sensation] Dacoit:
I wish someone would find some nice anti glare screen protectors.
[HTC Sensation] aaconteh:
I bought an invisible shield screen protector for a tablet from bestbuy. I simply traced the screen protector that came with my phone onto the back of the invisisheild. Next, I cut out the template with a pair of sharp scissors. I followed the application instructions and it worked like a charm. I also have the rest of the tablet sheet to cut out 2 more screens if I need to!
[HTC Sensation] Phrozenthedruid:
Good call on that TPU case, I ordered it and it came in today, just slapped it on and I LOVE it. Definitely better than she piece of crap I got at t-mobile. Thanks!
[HTC Sensation] itsomaryo:
is it just me or are there to small to cover my whole glass?
[HTC Sensation] gustav30:
Glad you like it!
[HTC Sensation] Yori-:
http://clearprotector.com/

coupon code: military gives 40% off all purchases

tbh, i think its the best liquid based application out of most out there, at least out of the ones i've tried. Zaggs/Invisshield/Skinomi

I have Zaggs on my IPAD/Skinomi on HD2/ and now clearprotector on the sensation
[HTC Sensation] draygore:
I ordered the recommended sp's about a week and a half ago, they arrived today.

I am well know for being a very patient person, but I have to tell ya this sp tested me to points I dare not say. As recommended I tried the hairdryer method. Heated up real good, lined it up to what looked perfect. I was able to get the middle and top corners down with no problems. Bubbles squeezed out great, then I tried for the bottom. I could not for the life of me get the corners or across the bottom to stay down. Then I noticed the lifted bottom was causing the sides to slowly lift up as well. After fighting this for a good half hour I was no closer to getting it to lay than when I started, only difference now was I had gotten some lint under the sp. Back to the forums I go for another look at how to do this, in the process I came across this thread explaining it was ok to clean the sp with soap and water: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1145305 I did just that using some fairly hot water with basic liquid hand soap. I then gave it a good shaking out to where there were only little drops of water remaining. I proceeded to give it a go as in the mentioned thread using the cloth to catch the out coming water. To my amazement the sp laid down slicker than snot. What little air that was underneath was easily pushed on out the sides. All four corners took like nothing at all. Perhaps I got lucky??? I really can't say, but I'll be using the same method on the wife's.

I know, this threads useless with out pics....So here you go

Not to shabby for my first time:)
[HTC Sensation] moh0:
^ nice job

Received these protectors a couple of weeks ago. They fit perfectly and all but I just don't like the feel of them. Too much friction to play a game like glow hockey. Otherwise they're pretty great for what their worth. Also got them to fit perfectly on the second try. Used a stove instead of a blow dryer though. Thanks for the tutorial OP!
[HTC Sensation] nrvnqsrxk:
too much friction? dude this thing feels naked to me lol
[HTC Sensation] moh0:
Try playing glow hockey and beat the CPU on medium. Then try not complaining about friction.

Or maybe I just suck at the game. W/e. I have used smoother ones one the past fwiw.
[HTC Sensation] bone$:
Looks amazing... about to put mine on tonight... question tho... same method meaning? combination of hairdryer/water or hairdryer?

don't want to pull my hair out ... just trying to figure out the best way to handle it. thanks =)
[HTC Sensation] EddyOS:
I got the same result just using a hair dryer to warm it up - no water involved
[HTC Sensation] scream_clarity:
I got two TPU cases off ebay for about $2.30 a piece and 15 screen protectors that are co clear, you can barely tell it's on. They're are better than the ones that come with the $65 Otterbox cases.
[HTC Sensation] bone$:
Thanks Eddy! will try tonight and post results

update: followed instructions from OP with no problems... this SP is freekin nice!! best ones i've used yet... :)
[HTC Sensation] fryrice8850:
To get the corners down just use ur fingers to smooth the corners down just got mine today and its super nice, I work at Tmobile and the $15 ones we have is probably the same or worse and these r cheaper in price. Recommended to buy
[HTC Sensation] gustav30:
Just installed and went geat. Just used fingers and cloth to get out corner bubbles. Great protector!
[HTC Sensation] pwasad1:
Just contacted the seller after waiting 9 days and he said that he did send them the day after I ordered it but since they never got to me he would send another set. Haha he definitely forgot to send them to me. I hope this. Product is good cuz the service sure sucks
[HTC Sensation] umd:
I've got mine today but I wasn't managed to apply it well. Curved glass makes it impossible. Tried damping and hair dryer methods but no luck. I was good at this normally.
[HTC Sensation] fryrice8850:
For those wondering why it take so long is because he send them in a regular envelope. so he is basically sending a letter lol
[HTC Sensation] itsomaryo:
yep took two weeks for mine to arrive and I asked him if he sent them and he said yeah but they must have got lost in the mail -.- so he "sent them again" which I think was the first time
[HTC Sensation] kirdroid:
Ordered last friday and got this friday. The postage shows that he shipped on tuesday.

Screen protector is definitely worth it for this low price. Used the steamy bathroom, hair dryer technique and got a decent application. Tiny portion in the bottom left edge is not sticking otherwise everything else looks good.
[HTC Sensation] Pneumatic:
That is what happened to me. The odd part is that he always says that he sent them the next day even though the post mark reveals his lie.

Shady seller... Good product.
[HTC Sensation] conmetal:
Whoops, maybe I should have read the end of the thread prior to ordering. Hopefully my order will arrive sooner than later. Coming from the West Coast, I'm sure I won't receive them before the next weekend.

Guess I'll be using a microfiber slip case until the protection arrives.
[HTC Sensation] ragnarokx:
How long did it take everyone to get the sides of the screen protector to stick to the phone? No matter what I do the edges always come up because of the phone's curvature, even after heating.
[HTC Sensation] Xcor3:
Keep wiping it with a fiber clothe really fast.
[HTC Sensation] ragnarokx:
The material must vary from order to order - I've been trying to push the edges down for two days now. I even took a blow dryer directly to the phone, with no difference whatsoever. This sucks - at least these weren't expensive. Now to decide if I can live with a raised screen protector along the edges or if I should just go without one..
[HTC Sensation] Xcor3:
You can try the water application method, also try to reposition the screen protector
[HTC Sensation] jizital:
got mine earlier this week. just put one on normal and the sides wouldnt stay down so i just kept pushing them down really fast with a card and they all finally stayed down nicely. took about 20 min to get it all on and sticking good. i really like them and a very good price.

just ordered some for my moms mytouch 4g.
[HTC Sensation] eternal_flamer:
I'm just glad it had fing for a $3 product. The seller told me 1 week for shipping here in Utah. What'd he give u?
[HTC Sensation] supraman89:
I was hesitant to buy the protectors cause of the bad reviews from the seller. I bought them anyways and to my surprise they came in on time. Perfect fit :)
[HTC Sensation] supraman89:
wow you must have ripped the seller off, that sounds like a real good deal, most of them are around 8 dolllars
[HTC Sensation] llcooll:
Thanks op, great fit, managed to squeeze all bubbles out just by constant rubbing,

Gorilla Glass, should of put this on a while ago, cause I've got some minor scratches

On the screen,

Thanks for the recommendation, and cheap at that.
[HTC Sensation] lianw:
There you go.
[HTC Sensation] pocketpenguin:
Like them so far

I bought the same protectors from this e-bay seller last Sunday. Post marked Tuesday. They arrived on Friday. For $2.73 with free shipping, I'm VERY HAPPY with the product and the service. For that price I'm willing to cut the seller some slack on putting them in the mail the day after the sale (Sunday) and perhaps missing the pickup deadline, thus getting postmarked yet another day later.

It's been mentioned before, but these are the stiff plastic protectors, not the floppy stretchy rubbery ones. You can tell the stiff plastic kind in the ads because the instructions tell you to peel off the front and back covers. Also they are often labeled as containing "PET" (some complex chemical name).

Each person has their own preference, but mine is for the plastic clear rather than the rubbery zag kind.

The protector covers most of the screen with about a millimeter space between the edge of the protector and edge of the glass. They do go up the curved edges. The cutout in the corner is for a nearly invisible sensor under the glass.

My install method:

Take a shower, get the room nice and steamy. This reduces the dust in the air and makes your hands nice and clean too. To avoid condensation on the phone and screen protection, keep them under a towel while you wash.

Wipe down the glass screen with an OLD cotton handkerchief (washed many times), make it spotless.

Use the lint free cloth to lightly brush away any remaining lint.

Peel off about 1/2 inch (1.2 cm) of the #1 layer.

Position and place on screen.

While peeling more of the #1 layer off, use a credit card or other similar material wrapped in the lint free cloth to smooth the protector out as you continue to apply it, peeling #1 as you go.

Peel off layer 2 as it makes the protector too stiff to really get flat on those curved edges.

Continue to work out bubbles around the edges with the cloth and your fingers (fingernails will scratch, cover them with the cloth).

For me, I was very concerned about the edges and corners, they didn't really want to go down like they usually do on a flat screen.

I found that if you work out any air bubbles as you go it really helps. I was able to work out all the air and now the protector looks perfect. And I have 4 more if this one gets scratched!

I recommend this protector and the seller. For the price you can't go wrong. It sure beats the t-mobile ones for $17 that don't even cover the curved part of the screen.
[HTC Sensation] g.sembhi:
how about something like this since the glass is curved

http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=56057
[HTC Sensation] WTFD4V1D:
These screen protectors are great! They seem to be a bit thicker than the ones I got with my silicone case and don't scratch as easily. They feel great when swiping the screen.
[HTC Sensation] saquib:
UK Buyers:

Anyone willing to sell a couple of protectors please pm me. Can't wait the couple of weeks it will take for the protectors to arrive. Thanks!
[HTC Sensation] lightspeedx:
I bought some screen protectors for my Sensation. I tried putting them on, with the techniques that were shared, i.e. hair dryer, etc. but the sides won't stay down because of the slight curve of the glass. The only part that seems to adhere is the middle of the screen. Can anyone please share the techniques for this. I've tossed away like 3-4 screen protectors trying to get it right. :-(
[HTC Sensation] EddyOS:
Arrived in less than a week for me
[HTC Sensation] old_god:
Thank you op =D

Thank you mainly for the detailed instructions (hair dryer bit).

Previously I had bought a screen protector for an ipod and couldn't figure out how to remove the 2 covers of the main cover..

Bought these http://www.ebay.com/itm/270805092142?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT#ht_2113wt_956

Free Shipping wowoo
[HTC Sensation] Flippy125:
I've been trying to find a nice matte screen protector with this fit. If anyone finds one, please pm me. A tip for a lint free room: run your shower as hot as it can go until your mirror fogs up, make sure nothing is around the phone and the lint should fall and not float around. I was able to install a screen protector on my Touchpad doing this without one piece of dust or cat hair (I have 4 cats that love to shed)