On the Verizon Wireless website, the DNA has a ship by date of 3/29. Are there supply issues that anyone is aware of?
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When I called Verizon they said they're currently out of stock
More than likely cleared their shelves for the DNA+ that's just my assumption.
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Damnit. Maybe they are really done with it.
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Did a stock check and few stores have one or two in my area but even the warehouse is empty. We haven't got a shipment in weeks.
My guess is in preparation for the HTC One but nothing in the system says that the DNA is discontinued yet.
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Love this phone, hate that it seems to be getting the red headed stepchild treatment.
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Maybe they figured out the whole sim card issue and are fixing production
Of the device
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I'm going to be upset if they discontinue this and pick the one up. This happened on my last device and development completely stopped. I love this phone so I'm not going to a one.
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Could be a number of issues, all we can is speculate. I think it's foolish to imply they would try to kill off the Droid DNA so early in its life. Look at how long they sell their other phones! You can pick up some pretty "ancient" Gingerbread phones for a bargain now. Plus, they're still pushing their DNA ad campaign pretty hard, why would they abandon a phone so quickly? Every VZ salesperson I've spoken to has said they the Droid DNA is moving off shelves at a pretty good rate.
I just ordered a DNA yesterday from Verizon, and while the ship date said 3/29, it shipped a few hours later. (in transit now)
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I just ordered a DNA yesterday from Verizon, and while the ship date said 3/29, it shipped a few hours later. (in transit now)
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Thanks for helping to support us vinchenzop. Maybe you can help us 2.04 peeps get unlocked! PayPal ready lol
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Thanks for helping to support us vinchenzop. Maybe you can help us 2.04 peeps get unlocked! PayPal ready lol
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I am willing to help, though I've never dealt with the low level side of unlocking (I do everything else software). But if my device comes updated, I'll certainly have motivation to assist where I can.
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As the title says, I'm going to start a new contract and get my wife a Verizon phone also, does anyone know of good phones coming out around February or March?
I want a high end phone something to replace my beloved rezound.
Should I just wait? I know the sgs4 is coming soon... Any advice would be great. I'm willing to wait. I do prefer htc phones but the dna's screen is too big for me. And sd card is a must
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As the title says, I'm going to start a new contract and get my wife a Verizon phone also, does anyone know of good phones coming out around February or March?
I want a high end phone something to replace my beloved rezound.
Should I just wait? I know the sgs4 is coming soon... Any advice would be great. I'm willing to wait. I do prefer htc phones but the dna's screen is too big for me. And sd card is a must
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If you're willing to wait just wait. HTC phones of late = far form the quality they're known for producing. SGS4 should be good and well worth the extra 3-4 month wait if you only plan on upgrading every 20 months.
I would wait and see what the next batch of phones will be. Im sure that it will be worth the wait. Imo
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May/June would probably have the tegra 4s, new Qualcomm's and new Samsung chip sets out. I'd wait.
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May/June would probably have the tegra 4s, new Qualcomm's and new Samsung chip sets out. I'd wait.
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i have an october 1 upgrade so that is awesome for me! just enough time to see the new phones and get good reviews cant wait
Well I think I've decided on the dna for me, and possibly the nexus 4 for my wife. I also have a dormant line that I can upgrade in November if I start feeling regret thanks for your opinions guys
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How you get nexus 4 on Verizon?
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How you get nexus 4 on Verizon?
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She wants what she wants, she will have a separate provider if that's what we decide
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http://www.droid-life.com/2013/03/1...ving-on-verizon-this-month-replacing-the-dna/
On another note, when the One was unveiled, a red version was accidentally leaked online, I wonder if the red version is bound for Verizon.
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So in the next 2 weeks? Call me skeptical... to say the least. Also if that's the case then I probably wont be getting the One because I'm 6 months out for an upgrade. Guess I'll get whatever's after the One.
I am leaning more toward that the one will replace the dna in wal mart stores due to space constraints, but vzw, amazon, etc will probably continue to sell it
That is disappointing but alright at the same time.
All it has over the DNA ( most likely ) is the camera and development crowd from being global.
Oops :silly: almost forgot storage
Lmao....my luck. Just got the DNA three weeks ago.
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Lmao....my luck. Just got the DNA three weeks ago.
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And just like that the HTC DROID DNA IS EOL
iSheep... iSheep... Meowww that's Apple VZW GSIII
I saw this coming a mile away and people hated on me like no tomorrow. The first minute we heard about the One, I said that the DNA would be dead to HTC and Verizon. They were just too similar and it was obvious the One improved on some of the cons of the DNA. It was almost like "oops, we made some mistakes on the DNA, so here is our real flagship now".
With that being said, I just got a DNA again last week and am enjoying it. But let me be straight....If the rumors are true and Verizon is getting the One or even their own variant of it, I will buy it on launch day without even thinking twice.
Must be nice to be able to afford multiple phone purchases within a month. It amazes me how people buy new phones every other month. I don't see how people don't lose tons of money on doing that...
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Must be nice to be able to afford multiple phone purchases within a month. It amazes me how people buy new phones every other month. I don't see how people don't lose tons of money on doing that...
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I actually made $50 to get the DNA last week lol. I traded someone my Note 2 and he gave me $50 for me to take the DNA off his hands.
When and if the One becomes available or gets announced officially, I will sell my DNA for $400-450 and either get the One for a couple hundred more off contract or use another one of my upgrades.
I usually never come out of pocket more than $100-200 to get a brand new phone. You just gotta work it and don't let your devices get too outdated. I absolutely love getting and flipping devices for a new one withing 6 months to a year. It's fun and actually doesn't really cost much. Especially compared to other hobbies which can cost much more.
I hear ya...my wife thinks I'm crazy for wanting a new phone already.
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http://www.droid-life.com/2013/03/1...ving-on-verizon-this-month-replacing-the-dna/
On another note, when the One was unveiled, a red version was accidentally leaked online, I wonder if the red version is bound for Verizon.
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Oh my god. I'm just sitting here and hoping what is assumed will become true! (This stuff is always a hit or miss )
Pretty glad things came up and I didn't upgrade to the DNA 3 days ago, that would've hit the regrets pretty hard (not that I don't like the DNA; but I do have a preference for the One and there seems to be issue with rooting the DNA with the OTA. I was really wanting to install sense 5 on it)
I've been sitting on the verge of my upgrade, contract ending on the 22nd. Will probably pick up the 32GB variant, going to assume the phone will be good enough for me as is without root.
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I hear ya...my wife thinks I'm crazy for wanting a new phone already.
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Dude, you don't even know lol. I'm not married (yet), but my girlfriend just laughs now and calls me crazy. I have literally been through about 5 devices in the past 6 months.
I went from my S3 to a HTC 8X Windows Phone (I had to try it lol) to a DNA to a Note 2 and back to a DNA. Not to mention shortly before that I had a Droid Razr Maxx.
I'm a phone whore and I happily admit it!
You guys are kind of jumping the gun. Walmart choosing not to carry both phones doesn't mean the DNA is EOL or that other resellers will follow in their footsteps. So VZW may kill the DNA in favor of the One but they haven't even officially announced their carrying the One yet. And a "Droid" branded device helps shore up a brand they've spent a ton of money building so there's room for both if they see fit.
Regardless.. Eol or not, I'm not bailing on the DNA, knowing that a newer better phone cycles out all the time... No real reason at the moment.. I'll wait to see what's up next
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Yea most definitely. However, if I could go back three weeks I would have waited for this. I had the PUK lock issue today for first time...all Verizon store did is reissue me new SIM again...maybe if the issue happens again (which it will) they will give me a One...
This just in, pigs are flying.
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Regardless.. Eol or not, I'm not bailing on the DNA, knowing that a newer better phone cycles out all the time... No real reason at the moment.. I'll wait to see what's up next
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Same, I think I'm gonna wait and see if the x phone lives up to all the hype it had.
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If DNA OTA gets root none of this matters to me. The ONE is a good phone, but I like the DNA form factor and 5" screen.
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vzw will not be getting the ONE anytime soon IMO.
Wize weren't you the guy who got the note 2 and was all, it's so much better blah blah blah hahaha...whyd you come back? I just got another DNA too lol
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My rezound is going wonky and in need of a new phone. Question is should I get the DNA or hold off and see if Verizon get the HTC one? If I get it, it will be as a 2nd line.. should I get it and also wait til Nov for my normal upgrade and get whatever new phone comes out near x-mas?
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My rezound is going wonky and in need of a new phone. Question is should I get the DNA or hold off and see if Verizon get the HTC one? If I get it, it will be as a 2nd line.. should I get it and also wait til Nov for my normal upgrade and get whatever new phone comes out near x-mas?
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I don't believe they are getting the one. The DNA is the best your going to get at the moment. Unless you wait for the gs4 that comes next month. Verizon is also supposedly getting the Motorola x this June. But the DNA is $49 with a new contract right now.
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If you like custom Roms and kernels and such I would not recommend it. There's nothing wrong with the dev community but if you buy it now you won't be able to unlock etc unless you send the phone off.
I would wait for the gs4 personally.
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Ok, yea I have been looking at the gs4 too. I might wait for that, just not a big fan of Samsung.. why can't the DNA be unlocked now?
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Btw, when I say 2nd line. I mean I'm going to add a 2nd line but take the better phone and use it as my personal line(1st line) and put the rezound on the 2nd
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The latest ota has not been cracked yet and as of now it looks very unlikely.
I'm currently just waiting to see what happens until the GS4 is released.
If we get a fully functional CM10 on the DNA I'll be perfectly happy but who knows.
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Do you really want to play the "maybe i'll wait just a few more months for this newer phone to come out" game?
I'm sure the GS4, and HTC One are great, but DNA seems just as impressive ( based on video reviews of all ). Once Verizon releases sense 5 for it being rooted won't make a difference.
Rezound to DNA was an amazing upgrade, so much more battery life, NO HICCUPS, and an even more gorgeous screen that can be on for 4-5 hours compared to 1 hour, lets not forget 24/7 4G without battery drain.
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Do you really want to play the "maybe i'll wait just a few more months for this newer phone to come out" game?
I'm sure the GS4, and HTC One are great, but DNA seems just as impressive ( based on video reviews of all ). Once Verizon releases sense 5 for it being rooted won't make a difference.
Rezound to DNA was an amazing upgrade, so much more battery life, NO HICCUPS, and an even more gorgeous screen that can be on for 4-5 hours compared to 1 hour, lets not forget 24/7 4G without battery drain.
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No, I don't. But I also don't want an "outdated" phone.. that's why I'm getting ppls opinions and what they think. Especially the ppl that have the DNA
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And yes I know new things come out all the time and its hard to keep up. But is it worth it to spend that kind of money on a phone that in a few months will be beaten by something else?? Is it worth the money at this time? Or wait for something better? .. I know near x-mas there will be another awesome phone, and I will have an upgrade then to get it.. but for now, is it worth the money to spend on the DNA when in a few months there will be something better????
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Just wait for the DNA-HIV, it will be sick (pardon he pun).
And yes, there will always be a newer and better phone on the horizon. Just get one that at least has staying power, ie fastprocessor, lota of ram, and a good screen.
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Just wait for the DNA-HIV, it will be sick (pardon he pun).
And yes, there will always be a newer and better phone on the horizon. Just get one that at least has staying power, ie fastprocessor, lota of ram, and a good screen.
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Lol, nice... Ok, so basically the DNA will be worth buying, say tomorrow??? ..... Is everyone happy with theres??
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Just be prepared to jtag it.
DNA is a great device, I switched between this and my GS3 before I sold it and was extremely happy to come back to the DNA. Root would have been a deal breaker for me but since I unlocked and rooted before I took the OTA updates I was able to root again on the newest update. HTC has also always always (I don't care what anyone tells you) had better overall reception and not just with service and 4G but with WiFi Bluetooth too. My GS3 sucked when it came to getting strong signal and I doubt the GS4 will be any better with it, Samsung has always lacked in that department.
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Yea, I'm pretty sure I'm gonna get tomorrow.. rooted is good, but its not gonna stop me from getting a device cuz I can't root yet. I know how good the devs are here at xda, so I know its just a matter of time... I remember buying the evo 3d and HTC saying the bootloader was unhackable.. but our devs did it.. so I have faith in the xda devs ... Thanks guys
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Yea, I'm pretty sure I'm gonna get tomorrow.. rooted is good, but its not gonna stop me from getting a device cuz I can't root yet. I know how good the devs are here at xda, so I know its just a matter of time... I remember buying the evo 3d and HTC saying the bootloader was unhackable.. but our devs did it.. so I have faith in the xda devs ... Thanks guys
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No. Root ( practical root not ****ing # who am I?) Will never be achieved through software means. If some uber geek figures out how to do some sort of ground out through USB (impossible) then maybe.
Don't get a DNA. Seriously
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No. Root ( practical root not ****ing # who am I?) Will never be achieved through software means. If some uber geek figures out how to do some sort of ground out through (impossible) then maybe.
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Ok Mr know it all, why will it 'never' be possible to do it through software means.
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Ok Mr know it all, why will it 'never' be possible to do it through software means.
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Cause no one with the required knowledge gives a **** about the DNA.
Our devs are great but, we are talking doctorates in applied sciences.
And that'd be Master know-it-all to you.
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Cause no one with the required knowledge gives a **** about the DNA.
Our devs are great but, we are talking doctorates in applied sciences.
And that'd be Master know-it-all to you.
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Just because the people who are working on it aren't posting public updates on what theyre doing doesn't mean it isn't being worked on, and by some pretty damn talented people might I add. Anythings possible. All it takes is for someone to get lucky and find an exploit that lets us get rid of write protection for any amount of time.
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Just because the people who are working on it aren't posting public updates on what theyre doing doesn't mean it isn't being worked on, and by some pretty damn talented people might I add. Anythings possible. All it takes is for someone to get lucky and find an exploit that lets us get rid of write protection for any amount of time.
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I never said anything about updates. I'm on the irc and there is literally nothing that can be done till write protection is broken. I never said they weren't talented either.
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I never said anything about updates. I'm on the irc and there is literally nothing that can be done till write protection is broken. I never said they weren't talented either.
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And that's what's being worked on, a software exploit to break wrote protection... Once that is accomplished everything else is pretty easy.
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Just went to a Verizon store to get a DNA with a $100 off promotion. While I was tinkering with the phone the rep looked up the deal. He said said I should wait till 5/14 because they will have a free promotion. So I'm gonna wait. Till then. Hope this helps.
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Just went to a Verizon store to get a DNA with a $100 off promotion. While I was tinkering with the phone the rep looked up the deal. He said said I should wait till 5/14 because they will have a free promotion. So I'm gonna wait. Till then. Hope this helps.
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that's a great deal its like getting it unlocked for free and then some.
As soon as you get it, box that bad boy up and send it to be JTAG'd.
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Ya seems life a great deal. makes me wonder if there is another phone coming out soon. That's awful quick that they are dropping the price on it so soon.
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Ya seems life a great deal. makes me wonder if there is another phone coming out soon. That's awful quick that they are dropping the price on it so soon.
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I expect an HTC one announcement shortly after 5/14 (30 days ?). Typical VZW. Will offload the phone on thousands of people and lock them into 2 year contracts before the new model comes along.
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I expect an HTC one announcement shortly after 5/14 (30 days ?). Typical VZW. Will offload the phone on thousands of people and lock them into 2 year contracts before the new model comes along.
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Offload the phone? For someone who bought the DNA 5 months ago it may not have been realistic to wait until late May for the next option.
Personally I'm very happy with the DNA and to act like Verizon scammed you by selling it to you is a little silly if you ask me.
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It looks like the S4 had been released or already pre orders. I'm sorry but I haven't don't my due diligence researching on the One. But how does it stand above the DNA? And has it even been confirmed its coming to Verizon?
If this is real my friend might give android over ios a shot. His iphone 4 is starting to get hardware issues everywhere.
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Offload the phone? For someone who bought the DNA 5 months ago it may not have been realistic to wait until late May for the next option.
Personally I'm very happy with the DNA and to act like Verizon scammed you by selling it to you is a little silly if you ask me.
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I got mine in January and I am content with it as well. This phone does everything I need it to easily. I don't play many games on it because I would rather do that on xbox..... so instead of saving my money for a new phone I am saving for the new xbox.
Your Welcome America! This happened just because I just ordered mine form Amazon...it'll be here on Tues. On a side note, Im the new guy.
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Your Welcome America! This happened just because I just ordered mine form Amazon...it'll be here on Tues. On a side note, Im the new guy.
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It figures. I ordered mine on Friday!
Amazon is selling the DNA for 19.99
HtC DNA
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$0.00 -FREE
looks like there is going to be a landing page and just enter your email address in ~landing page~ does live 12am pst
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$0.00 -FREE
looks like there is going to be a landing page and just enter your email address in ~landing page~ does live 12am pst
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where is this landing page what do you mean?
Yes where is the landing page
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this seems to be the landing page but it is still not updated as of yet. http://droiddoes.verizonwireless.com/devices/droiddna
Still hasn't gone up 12am pst is 3:00am est which it's 3;15 now so dunno
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The sales rep said you enter your email and a unique bar code is generated and then take that to the Verizon store to receive the free DNA. I don't know if I'll have the time before work, but as guess i can wait till after..... Wouldn't get to much work accomplished with new toy. I am going to ask if the they have any 1.5 firmware phones. Seems like a long shot but someone else was successful in finding one.
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I can't locate it. If you do, please post a link. If it turns out to be an error(would hardly be the first time a Verizon store rep was completely wrong) Amazon has the DNA for $20 for new customers and$40 for eligible upgrade.com
Alan ssh
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I just had an online chat with VZW customer service to see if I could confirm the rumor. Here is the result:
"The DNA is free will be free at this time there is a website error so the correct price is not showing up we are working on this now we are very sorry for the inconvenience. It should be fixed later today."
Woot!!
Alan
phew .... I didn't want the internets to come after me
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Awesome for the many who plan on keep it.. still dough it lol.
Day. Made.
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Kickass! So excited!
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Yesssss! So they bumped it up to 4.3 instead of 4.2! I would be satisfied with 4.2 and Sense 5 but this is great also!!! :beer:
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Yesssss! So they bumped it up to 4.3 instead of 4.2! I would be satisfied with 4.2 and Sense 5 but this is great also!!! :beer:
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Worth the wait
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May just come back to sense then...
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If this is confirmed thanks. And for does of you batching HTC and SPRINT there you go need to be patient Kids.
Life is good
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If this is confirmed thanks. And for does of you batching HTC and SPRINT there you go need to be patient Kids.
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Actually those ppl bashing HTC and Sprint flooding their timelines about ditching HTC is more than likely why they have decided to update. They really were going to end support I believe.. I know I did my part. I was even tweeting @HTC lol
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I said Korea! #Facepalm #Fail. Clearly I'm confusing my companies lol. @HTC (Which I'm assuming is the main Taiwanese company's Twitter) @HTCUSA @HTCDev. Those are the three I kept writing to.
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Actually those ppl bashing HTC and Sprint flooding their timelines about ditching HTC is more than likely why they have decided to update. They really were going to end support I believe.. I know I did my part. I was even tweeting HTC Korea lol
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Ya. Crazy that Jason is active on twitter
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Here's more on the topic to back up the hype...
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by end of year meaning December 31st at 11:59pm. Doesn't really matter anyway, going Nexus 5 as soon as its released, provided the radio performance tests are good.
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Actually those ppl bashing HTC and Sprint flooding their timelines about ditching HTC is more than likely why they have decided to update. They really were going to end support I believe.. I know I did my part. I was even tweeting @HTC lol
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I said Korea! #Facepalm #Fail. Clearly I'm confusing my companies lol. @HTC (Which I'm assuming is the main Taiwanese company's Twitter) @HTCUSA @HTCDev. Those are the three I kept writing to.
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Exactly Ray, I said the same thing months ago! I said unless we speak out HTC will let the phone go. Also I said HTC would be smart to release an update between now and April of next year as April (for Sprint many will get update on 1/1/14) before their contact ends so they have faith in HTC. Seems they are finally starting to listen. Now if they would put a removable battery and microSD card slot I would give them a second chance. But the battery on my EVO LTE is already starting to go (take it off the charger with no use and an hour later I'm at 90%). and it will only get worse. And the only way to fix it is to spend a lot of money to open and change. Where if I get the SGS4 or Note 3 I simply have to pickup a battery online and pop it in and it's like I have a new phone! I could deal with a 32GB phone with no microSD but I need the removable battery! You listening HTC?!
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Fifth313ment said:
Exactly Ray, I said the same thing months ago! I said unless we speak out HTC will let the phone go. Also I said HTC would be smart to release an update between now and April of next year as April (for Sprint many will get update on 1/1/14) before their contact ends so they have faith in HTC. Seems they are finally starting to listen. Now if they would put a removable battery and microSD card slot I would give them a second chance. But the battery on my EVO LTE is already starting to go (take it off the charger with no use and an hour later I'm at 90%). and it will only get worse. And the only way to fix it is to spend a lot of money to open and change. Where if I get the SGS4 or Note 3 I simply have to pickup a battery online and pop it in and it's like I have a new phone! I could deal with a 32GB phone with no microSD but I need the removable battery! You listening HTC?!
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You can order a new battery for about 17 dollars shipped and it's actually pretty easy to replace yourself. But I really doubt this phone will ever get 4.3. Why would they skip 4.2 for 4.3. There is not a lot of compelling features in 4.3 vs 4.2. 4.2 now is much better than 4.3 later. HTC is just trying to save face because everyone just realized they orphaned the phone so early. Mark my words 4.3 will never come. They are just trying to make it to a time when less people will be vocal about the phone being orphaned. **** HTC for life.
J3FFTXD said:
You can order a new battery for about 17 dollars shipped and it's actually pretty easy to replace yourself. But I really doubt this phone will ever get 4.3. Why would they skip 4.2 for 4.3. There is not a lot of compelling features in 4.3 vs 4.2. 4.2 now is much better than 4.3 later. HTC is just trying to save face because everyone just realized they orphaned the phone so early. Mark my words 4.3 will never come. They are just trying to make it to a time when less people will be vocal about the phone being orphaned. **** HTC for life.
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Well I'll keep thinking positive for now as it was the President of htcusa himself who announced it. If the year ends without it then I'll start singing a different tune. I honestly won't ever get another HTC if we don't at least get 4.2 with Sense 5! Also skipping 4.2 for 4.3 is the normal and what everyone's doing since it's only minor changes..
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