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[HD7 General] frontieruk:
I thought you could import sim contacts, I've not put a contact on a sim for a couple of years now but...

Go to settings,

swipe the screen from system to applications

tap People

there is a import sim contacts button there, it's not useable on my handset but then I know there aren't any sim contacts there, you may get more mileage.

As to annoyances, my biggest gripe is volume control, who thought it was a good idea to have one central volume setting, have the ring tone high to be able to hear the tinny rings, start using Zune with a set of headphones, take the volume down to a listen-able volume and then when finished have to put the volume back up for the ring tones ARGGHHH /rant sorry :(
[HD7 General] risq:
I agree, the volume setting is a bit annoying and slightly unusual. Like I say, it's almost like they've chucked WP7 to the angry mob to rip it to bits and provide feedback on how to improve it..

at least that's what I hope they've done. Like a Commerical BETA.
[HD7 General] colonel:
interesting comments.

I still feel that WM7 is more rounded then the first version of iOS or Android

Sure MS have had some time to develop it but broadly the biggest pain to me is no removable SD card.

Everything else will be fixed by firmware. I understand the Q1 firmware release will be hugh (cut & paste, etc.)
[HD7 General] Theguru1:
thanks

so jump ship or stay with iphone 4 until the bugs are sorted and more features are added?
[HD7 General] vardig:
Hey,

If your an App whore and cant stand not having them....stick with the iPhone4 :p

I have the HD7 and there are some things which really have peed me off, however coming from a 6.5windows mobile phone I have the biggest smile on my face :D

its a matter of time until Microsoft iron out these small little bugs, but overall an awesome phone/OS which will get better over time :cool:
[HD7 General] Theguru1:
lol i'm kind of an app whore but there is too much crap on there...300,000 apps and more than likely 90% of them is utter rubbish...

i have an ipad so i think have an ipad and iphone is too much wp7 seems to be a fresh approach on the OS and lets face iOS 4 needs a face lift its kind of boring now...and wp7 exactly does that...i'm just worried about bugs i had an hd2 before iphone because there were alot of things that bugged me about it...thats why i questioning wp7...
[HD7 General] Pupugi:
Initial thoughts

Been lurking around these forums for a very long time, only now decided to make an account :P so this is my first post i guess!

back on topic;

brought my HD7 this morning from o2 (pay and go)

It feel and looks brilliant, screen is quite sharp and looks very pretty regardless of what youre doing on the phone.

Sound quality isnt anything to drool over, you can hear things, it does its job but could be better.

Sound quality during phone calls is a bit better, but again, could be better.

Performance is great, UI is quick and pretty and works like a charm.

Charged it from close to empty to full within 2 hours, although the battery got quite warm which worried me, as ive never experienced that with a phone before.

Physical buttons on the device are are good, camera button works really well as do the volume rockers. However the power button up top has a VERY soft feel to it, (No click as you press it). not sure if this is how its meant to be, or if its the way it was designed. (Anyone confirm if there power button is the same?)

I think as the market store matures, the device will get even better along with firmware updates, and i look forward to experiencing them.

Obviously these are just my own personal opinions~
[HD7 General] cjindustry:
will hd7 work on att network?

I have the hd2 on att now and i know htc is releasing the srrond for att, but the 3.5 screen seems to be a step backwards, so more interested in the hd7.. Anyone know how hd7/windows 7 plays with exchange?
[HD7 General] xhamoodx:
how would you compare the speakers quality comparing to an iPhone 4 or Nexus One ?
[HD7 General] ratchetjaw:
Finally made a decision and pre ordered from letstalk. Got tired of waiting on info from dell about the Venue. May get it later but know I will love the Hd7. Just hope the screen is better than my Evos
[HD7 General] konnexion:
I think you need to Reset the phone to remove the main Windows Live Account (and all data!)

Ian
[HD7 General] konnexion:
The HD7 works well with my Exchange 2010 server. Some things missing that are present in iPhone 4 which frankly surprised me ..

1 - No content search of email

2 - No Search on server option

In its defence though the HD7/WP7 works well in offline mode - something that really frustrates on iOS

ian
[HD7 General] schmoo:
On my HD7 while in the email list, just click the search button and start typing...
[HD7 General] konnexion:
That only searches the message envelope (To, From Subject etc) here. For example if I search my Inbox for schmoo nothing is returned

Ian
[HD7 General] silverkiller:
UK/Europe is the commercial beta, theres a reason they delayed the US launch by a bit.
[HD7 General] Smokexz:
Okay, to get this straight... I have not even touched a Windows Phone 7 device, however my first impression will be wishes. "I wish it had this app" whatever etc. I can get over this, as it seems that the app store has grown EXTREMELY fast, I can already tell I won't LOVE the experience, but I will like it, and that will change once updates roll out... of course I will want tethering, multi tasking, flash, etc. I can wait for all of this. I can wait for updates, because this just looks like one of the most polished operating systems on a mobile device, at least to me, others can agree that this looks much nicer than the Android home screen, and the iOS app screen(probably the most ugliest UI ever).

I will tell you how I feel when I get the device in my hands. However, I think that is how I will feel as soon as I grab the HD7.
[HD7 General] frontieruk:
anyone else having the "we cant upload images to facebook at this time" from the gallery share option?
[Droid 2 Android Development] 00Ghz:
I would like to start an project to port the Windows Phone 7 UI to Android(Including Launcher and some basic utilities like mail/dialer/contacts/music/etc.), not just a theme using LauncherPro or ADW Launcher. Everybody can contribute to this in any way possible. So let the work begin and hope to see your contributions to this one as soon as possible.I will keep updating this thread every day in order to keep things in order. Good Luck!

What do I need?

1) Programmers

2) Designers

3) Beta testers: atomfix, JKshowman, Sellitus,MStott

P.S. Remember all who choose to contribute to this project please P.M me or post what are you willing to do in order to assign task based on your current skills.

MOD EDIT: thread close.

this thread is now here : http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=818607
[Droid 2 Android Development] 00Ghz:
Reserved for later
[Droid 2 Android Development] driverx125:
i will be a tester
[Android Software Development] 00Ghz:
Introducing, the Windows Phone 7 Android Project!

This project was launched by mobile enthusiasts to combine the ultimate mobile experience. The freedom of Android and the grace and elegance of Windows Phone 7. Anyone that has not used Windows Phone 7 is missing out on the sleek and beauty of the OS and the style of the applications. However, on the other hand, those that have used it will also notice the limitations and lack of apps that everyone is used to using.

With the WP7Android applications, you can pick and choose how much WP7 that you want on your device. This is not an all or nothing solution. You can show off your "WP7" device and wow everyone with how much freedom you have and access to ALL of the android applications!

There will be a total of 9 applications in the package that you can chose from.

*Launcher - A Metro UI launcher written from the ground up to ensure that the ENTIRE WP7 experience can be utilized. Not just a skinned or tweaked existing launcher, this is the real deal!

*Dialer - Integrated with the stock Android contacts app or the WP7 contact app, this launcher will look and feel the way it is supposed to. With enhanced Facebook integration to just stock settings.

*Contacts - Full contacts support with Facebook integration. You can scroll through your contact list and also view their updates and other status changes. Evert hing you need in one app to stay connected!

*Mail - Manage all your mail accounts through one sleek interface.

*Message - WP7 Message app with thread view

*Browser - WP7 Browser and extra features

*Camera - WP7 Camera

*Gallery - WP7 Photo/Video Gallery

*Zune-Player - All of the look and feel of the Zune music player, None of the restrictions! You can view, play and see all of your media, no matter where it is!

For XDA users 3 apps will be free(Users who donated or Devs who brought some real contribution will get all packs for free). Not all apps will be available at first. Also the apps will be closed-source and paid on the market(somebody requested that I say this clearly). If you have any comments I would love to hear them! :)

UPDATE 6.1: The Contacts App has been updated to version 1.1. Known issues have been fixed. This version should work without problems on Xperia X10 and Eclair. Also the Zune Player has been updated as well. Known FC's have been fixed. Buyers PM me, donators download from third post.

Attention!!!: Please note that some parts of the site are still in construction including the Shop. After you buy send a Private Message here on XDA with your email so I can send the application. If you won't I will send it only to the PP mail address.

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1)Apps review - Second Post

2)Apps download and extras - Third Post

Official Site:http://wp7android.com/

My Twitter Page

: http://twitter.com/#!/TheRedDrake

IF YOU SUPPORT THIS PROJECT PLEASE DONATE OR JUST VOTE TO FRONT PAGE

P.S Thanks to all who donated. Their contribution brings this project to life :D
[Android Software Development] 00Ghz:
Apps review + Planned Versions and Updates + Order of Releases

Contacts App:

You can:

-Sync contacts from SIM and Gmail

-Add new contact or edit existing one.

-Search contacts by clicking search button. If one contact remains swipe up or click for edit contact.

-Sort contacts by clicking all under people. You can sort by phone or email

-Chose own picture by clicking on the picture under the All/With Phone/With Email

-Quick search by letter by clicking blue letters. This opens the WP7 full onscreen Search Keyboard

-In Edit Contact: Swipe left for Call, right for Messaging

-Login to Facebook and Wall Post

Launcher App

You can:

- Add static, live & custom tiles. Live tiles like weather and slideshow need there corresponding aps to work.

- manage tiles & uninstall apps

- QTA (quick tile access) - give access to extra features on pinching on tiles. Only messaging tile & slideshow tile do things on QTA for now

-Tile Preview - gives the user the ability to only show tiles by category in the tiles view. It's activated by pinching on different tiles.

- change fonts - this change will apply to the most part of the launcher. Fonts are loaded from a folder on the SDCard

- tile notification for messages and missed calls

- lots of options in the launcher menu & more to come

- support for Wallpapers & Live Wallpapers

- widget support

- Live folder tiles support.

- theme-able (subject to improvements)

- add postit like tiles

- contact tiles (you must pin them from the contacts app) with quick call and sms features

- minor battery impact

- ... maybe other features that I'am missing right now

To do:

- interface improvements

- animations

- more live tiles (once everybody - or most of them- are content with the launcher)

- maybe animated tiles

- full integration with the other apps in the project

Music Player(Aka ZPlayer)

You can:

- As with the Zune player, this player will save a play history of the music you listen to, save favourites and also display newly added tracks to the home screen of the player.

- The home screen will have 3 sections: home, history and new.

- The radio player works using the Android mediaplayer API and streams MP3 music from internet radio stations.

- users can save radio stations as favourites and easily jump to their favourite stations.

To do:

- interface improvements

- implement color preferences to match colors of the other apps in the project

- animated activity switching

- homescreen widgets

- last.fm integration for scrobbling

- high resolution images for background images.

- playlist and genre section under "music"
[Android Software Development] 00Ghz:
Extras:

WP7Notifications:http://dl.dropbox.com/u/11620804/Update-WP7Notifications-signed.zip

WP7Ringtones:http://dl.dropbox.com/u/11620804/Update-WP7Ringtones-signed.zip

WP7 Theme for GO SMS: http://dl.dropbox.com/u/13428027/GOS...mpleBlueW7.apk

*Credits for this go to lucas.scott and sualfred*

WP7 Theme for HTC Keyboard: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=942743

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Videos:

Video Review of the Apps: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIMpAga1hkg

Messaging app Alpha:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uPDdBUsh_cY
[Android Software Development] androidfanboi:
lol

So let me get this straight you want programmers, designers and beta testers. So where do you come into all this lol? This sounds more like to me your asking people to do the job you cant
[Android Software Development] SEMPITERNAL:
I can help for designing & graphic
[Android Software Development] Nankov:
We need the devs to crack the bootloader first before you can do anything on this project.
[Android Software Development] JahmanSoldat:
Zune player on Android, i say YES! :D and compatibility with Zune software for synchronizing music-video-images with it!

But the bootloader blocked all issues to do it...
[Android Software Development] 00Ghz:
Finaly someone willing to help.

P.S. I am going to do a launcher with some apps that will have the UI and functionality of WP7. I am designing the apps, I need help with the Launcher
[Android Software Development] Hashbaz:
+1
[Android Software Development] thefunkaygibbon:
You wouldn't need the bootloader cracked if this is a launcher replacement.

I.e. equivalent to ADWLauncher.

I dont want to start the 2.1 debate again (theres another topic for that) but we may need the upgrade before we can make a better home replacement app. (LauncherPro requires 2.1 for example)

I'll be interested in testing this though, should the project come to something
[Android Software Development] xastey:
I started on a Zune player for android a while back, had a few screens transfer over/layout and whatnot.. just needed to add the code from the old player.. I may just revamp up this project again :)
[Android Software Development] ItsDave:
I'm in for testing and perhaps some dev work. I am a software engineer but haven't gotten in to android sdk much yet

Sent from my R2-D2
[Android Software Development] 00Ghz:
Cheers bro! Hope you will contribute :)
[Android Software Development] sergioalvarezmac:
It's interesting... Good luck with it. I don't have developer skills, so I can't help you.

But if you manage to do it, I will give it a tray. Hope to see something soon.
[Android Software Development] Zei:
Id Love to be a beta tester, I love blowing up phones with new tech LOL j/p

But beta tester for sure
[Android Software Development] MStott:
androidfanboi :) don't be rude and arrogant... if you check, TheRedDrake is listed as a programmer
[Android Software Development] neo_lam:
wow...nice to hear that...i wanna be tester too...
[Android Software Development] lucas.scott:
Would definitely test on dx and help with any audio related needs. Also can put me down for a massive donation if this thing takes off. Was planning on two hundred going to a wp7 device but doesn't look like Verizon will have it for a while. If this is legit... more than happy to give it to you guys.
[Android Software Development] kevin.ktt:
If you guys can do it, ill beta test it
[Android Software Development] m4nu4l:
7years photoshop skill is ready to help with design and graphics !
[Android Software Development] asqwrd:
What is the status on the launcher app?
[Android Software Development] :
will follow after contacts
[Android Software Development] Product F(RED):
Can you please put out a version with signature verification disabled by default? It's really annoying. Most of the stuff out NOW is not signed and as I've said before, signing zips doesn't solve anything.
[Android Software Development] :
I will see about that, if there are sufficient requests I will.
[Android Software Development] ms7p:
Beta Tester.

i have been looking out for this for a while, and i think it WILL be amazingly awesome!

and i want to be a beta tester for this PLEASE!!

i have a nexus one with a GingerBread ROM :)
[Android Software Development] :
Well I'm glad that you like it, maybe you can contribute
[Android Software Development] asqwrd:
how do we become beta tester?
[Android Software Development] :
the devs I hired from the company will do the testing, that's why they are payed
[Android Software Development] jjsoviet:
Any chance we're getting teaser screens? It's New Years... :D
[Android Software Development] ms7p:
ok :)

see what u can do!

btw i know a bit in the java language and programmed some apps and stuff, if u need help tell me :D
[Android Software Development] dannyschmanny:
Just saw the Update. Can't wait. If this is as spot on as the update is making it seem, it will be well worth paying for. Super pumped!
[Android Software Development] skribbler86:
I don't know whether to love this thread or to hate it. It all seems to good to be true. I guess I'll just have to hope for the best.
[Android Software Development] EZY-E:
Animations

Can you create animations on homescreen and give some informations like number of missed calls and mails and weather?

This launcher will be very cool if you include this :D
[Android Software Development] Blackwheel:
So, when can we expect this to be released?
[Android Software Development] :
Live tiles are WP7 OS features and are a must, and weather animations will be included also.

Sent from my HTC Desire
[Android Software Development] ephumuris:
How is the progress of this. Is there a Twitter page i can follow?
[Android Software Development] DannyBiker:
Please : SCREENSHOTS !

If you are that close to a release...
[Android Software Development] TsunKit:
how much will each app pack cost? :)
[Android Software Development] :
About 5 or 6 $, haven't decided yet.
[Android Software Development] bboyspyder:
Any demo or video to see how it is running ?
[Android Software Development] :
I will post videos close to release date

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[Android Software Development] asqwrd:
So how close are we to a release is it a week or 2
[Android Software Development] HectiQ:
Will payments in euro be possible?
[Android Software Development] :
The currency is determined by the market, and your location

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[Android Software Development] Malakaaa:
Do you still need someone for graphics? I could also help in that point. I also have HTML and CSS experience if you want to make your own website or so...
[Android Software Development] :
Yes, a website would be nice, glad you thought of that.

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[Android Software Development] nailik0110:
This project will be so awesome!!!
[Android Software Development] br13an:
Finally the progress I was waiting for _O_
[Android Software Development] exicar:
What about support for MDPI devices?
[Android Software Development] :
Don't know yet if it will be available at release, but if not an early update will surely fix this problem. I haven't forgotten about you guys.
[Android Software Development] cucuko:
for later...
[Android Software Development] gbmitchell:
If you click on the thread tools button and click subscribe you will get the same result.
[Android Software Development] JQwerty91:
Release Date: 1/23/11
[Android Software Development] frostincredible:
So is this like, a ROM or just something you install as a home replacement? It sounds pretty neat.
[Android Software Development] matt992:
donated hope it helps :) cant wait for the release
[Android Software Development] mangordi89:
Just donated as well, good luck with the project!!
[Android Software Development] :
It's a full home replacement. A custom ROM will be made for this as well but none of the apps included. Also the ROM will be very minimalistic and themed to provide a experience close to WP7 OS.
[Android Software Development] TooSlo:
I'm still reserving judgement considering we haven't seen a single screenshot.

Call me a negative nancy, but I've seen too much vaporware to ever really get my hopes up.
[Android Software Development] skribbler86:
I agree with negative nancy
[Android Software Development] kenfly:
Dude... your quotes in your sig made me laugh
[Android Software Development] JeezyMT3G:
Word
[Android Software Development] Mudkip:
gave a little donation hope it helps man cant wait to see it!
[Android Software Development] dannyschmanny:
Which Apps are going to be released first? Contacts and Launcher?
[Android Software Development] HBS27:
Come on, give us atleast some screenshots to get an idea of how good this is going to be. This all seems a bit strange.
[Android Software Development] :
Did you read the first post? And for Danny's post: Contacts will be first, Launcher or Dialer will follow still thinking about the order of release.
[Android Software Development] Mudkip:
Any sort of closed beta?
[Android Software Development] dannyschmanny:
So the Launcher will essentially be the WP7 homescreen with the tiles and animations and be able to be set like normal home launchers as your default, then the different apps will be like replacement apps for various things such as text, mail, music player and such?
[Android Software Development] devlp1213:
that's pretty much it
[Android Software Development] devlp1213:
instead of things being batched together any thoughts on releasing all apps separate? it would let ppl pick and choose what elements of wp7 and android they would like to have and don't have to drop $15-18 just cuz the 3 apps they wanted were all in different packs. also market comments would be more focused and ppl don't have to use up limited text space saying which app they are having problems with. just a simple/logical thought
[Android Software Development] :
Could be if there are enough requests. Also I'm still thinking about adding MDPI support before the beta is released but that would delay the release date and make many people angry and doubt this project. And yes there would be a closed beta, it will include devs and those who donated.
[Android Software Development] DannyBiker:
Oh well, since my good old HD2 can run WP7 now, my interest is getting weaker and weaker...

...although for the moment, there's not much to do under WP7 so an in-depth Android UI could be interesting...
[Android Software Development] punshkin:
Oh wow i cant wait i tried all the wp7 skins and i have great hopes on this one. 2 questions:

1) will it support mdpi phones?

2)do the tiles have live updates? (The numbers indicating new texts etc)
[Android Software Development] devlp1213:
he said he plans on supporting mdpi but will be after release of it so he don't have to push it back anymore as for live tiles I'm sure there should be already something like it to avoid an ms attack lol
[Android Software Development] punshkin:
what is an ms attack?
[Android Software Development] dannyschmanny:
last question, so if things are in a pack and only one app is initially released and you buy that pack, will you just have the apps already in that pack and just get them as a part of an "update" once the rest of the pack is released?
[Android Software Development] devlp1213:
if he copys to much or uses something microsoft doesn't want him to they can force him to take down the app
[Android Software Development] :
Yes, that's the idea. And as for MDPI support I stated that I'm not sure if it will be before or after the release. Will see how the closed beta goes.

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