Droid X or Droid Incredible?? I'm aware of shipping date for DINC but....
blkhwkgrl3
Enthusiast - Level 3

Okay - so I went to my Verizon store almost 2 wks ago and spoke to the rep we had worked with in the past regarding getting rid of my BB Tour (worst BB ever IMHO!!!) and was told (quietly) to hold out until the new DX was released on 7/15.  When I got home, I checked out the DroidX and was completely enamoured with Droid and totally over Verizon even getting the iphone (gasp - esp now that I've seen how awesome android is and heard about all the problems w/ the iphone4) ~ but I also noticed the HTC Droid Incredible and seemed to like the screen and size.  So again, I went into my Verizon store to see if I could get my hands on both to see what I wanted to do.  I've been waiting VERY patiently w a crappy phone just waiting for something to come along that I'd be happy with.  I was really set to just go ahead and order my DINC but the rep I normally work with wasn't there and the mgr had referred me to another rep.  Very nice guy but really talked up the DX and I was really quite impressed.  The ONLY thing I HATE about the DX is the SIZE!!!  Now, I understand the screen itself is huge, but honestly I didn't fit into my pocket and sometimes I like to put it into my front pocket.  I also didn't like how square it was.  On the positive side thought, it is going to blow the iphone away.  

 

So, I guess here's my dilemma (sorry it's taken so long to get here) ~ do I go ahead and order the DINC since the size is more along the lines of what I'd be comfortable with or just say forget about the size and just get the coolest phone on the market (not to mention Motorola makes pretty good sounding phones)???  Essentially, what are the differences between the two phones?  I know DX has the HDMI, while that is a cool feature, I am not concerned about that - the DINC has the cool amoled (sp?) screen, but that seems to be what's holding up the backlog of phones.  I was told that if I ordered the DINC it would take 4-5 wks.  Can someone give me any advice?  I have small hands and the DX feels like I've stepped back into the 80's with the brick cell phone.  I can't seem to find the differences between the two phones and maybe if someone could tell me that, I could make a decision... do I wake up early to wait in line on the 15th or not????  I don't want to get the DX and then not really like it a couple months later (like the BB Tour) ~ ( I am going to also post this in the DINC forum :smileywink: )

 

Thanks!!!

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bamboozledguy
Newbie

It sounds like youve made up your mind already, get the dinc its smaller for your petite hands it doesent do HDMI out nor 720p video. You'll be happier with the dinc anyway you put it, however you'll have to hope your BB holds out until August when VZ can get more stock.

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E-Brock
Newbie

I was thinking of getting the new BB. Could you tell me what you dislike so much about the tour?

Thanks!

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dirkbonn
Specialist - Level 1

blkhwkgrl,

I'm attaching the Droid X Verizon launch pkg to this post.  In it you'll find all the specs. (among a lot of other things)

You can find the specs of the Incredible on the Verizon website.  Then you can compare the two phones.

Good luck whatever you decide to do,

I'm patiently/Impatiently waiting for the release of the Droid X!

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blkhwkgrl3
Enthusiast - Level 3

Thank you all for your help - I read everyone's comments this morning and decided to go to my Verizon store and order the incredible after all.  I made my hubby come with me because he usually gets my sloppy seconds when it comes to electronics (hehe) and he said that even with his big hands he couldn't see himself  using the DroidX, especially since he's not really a techogeek (he did admit that is was unbelievably fast and really cool!!!)    He had a hard time adjusting to the BB Tour cuz he felt it was too big!!!  It was funny when I was in the store placing my order, the sales rep I had spent over an hour with the other night said he thought I was going to come in to order the DINC and he whispered that it's a decent phone overall (afterall he IS a salesperson right? of course he would try to sell me the best and new phone).  The manager I was speaking to before the sales guy Chris I was working with kinda made me angry because he acted like I was foolish for wanting the DINC... I am hoping that all the people that have already ordered the DINC will cancel to get their hands on the DX and make mine come in quicker :smileyvery-happy:

 

The fact that the DX has 720 vid & HDMI are very cool features, but not a deciding factor for me.  One thing I couldn't compromise was size unfortunately size does matter in this case :smileywink:LOL!!!! 

 

@E-Brock - The Tour I believe is not even being sold anymore, in my heart of hearts I wanted a touch screen phone and at the time BB only had the Storm and we are all well aware of the horrible reviews that phone got.  So a salesguy talked me into the Tour.  I have to say I do like the keyboard on it but really hated the track ball (I had a Pearl before that) - now they have the Curve or Bold with the touchpad type joystick, if I was going to do another BB that's what I would get (actually I'd get the violet curve - I am a chick afterall :smileywink: ) they seem to move very well and easy to navigate, the screens are nicer than the Tour as well.  My Tour I've had to hard reset numerous times and battery pull more than necessary.  I think BB's are nice phones and I've always had great reception, but my tour was very slow for the internet. Hope this helps!! Good luck!!!

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E-Brock
Newbie

Thanks! I have had a pearl for almost 3 years and I am torn with staying with BB or switching to a Droid.  The deciding factor for me will be the emails.  I know they say I will get emails on the Droid but I am not sure the server will allow me to respond to the emails.  I might just get one and try it out.  I can always switch to a new BB before the 30 day trial time if not happy. 

Thanks again!

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kickin
Newbie

i had the same issue.... X or INC. After playing with the X at the store a few different times, I ordered the DINC. My hands are huge and I even thought the X screen was too large. I'm also a technology freak that has to play with the latest toys.

 

 Also, rumor has it that the DINC will get a firmware update soon to allow 720p video.

 

I can't wait for mine to arrive. NOTE: The ship date has been moved UP (closer) so either stock has arrived or tons of people switched to the X. Either way, I don't care as long as my DINC comes early! 

 

bye,bye BB Curve 8810...:smileyvery-happy:

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bladefish
Newbie

I have the same dilemma. I also do not really care about the 720p. The hotspot feature is cool but will be an extra monthly fee. {edit for TOS violation}. I recently checked out a coworker's EVO and it was huge. Supposedly, the X is similar in size. It actually looks a little comical. As capable as these things are, there main purpose is as a phone, aren't they? I'm currently using the Eris and I thought that was big when I first got it.

 

So I am also leaning towards the Incredible. But then again, I could also use PdaNet on the X and just do not activate the hotspot feature. I guess I'll have to hold each one in my hand and try them out to make an informed decision. First thing tomorrow morning they should be in stores. Can't wait.

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kickin
Newbie

i hate the curve so much i even stated the model as an 8810 instead of the 8310...

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