New smartphone freezing up on me?

1 Answer

Answer :

Return it. Now. A phone shouldn’t freeze up on you – especially more than once. I have had this happen twice – Motorola Droid (original) and an iPhone 4. If your replacement does the same thing, get a different phone.

Related questions

Description : devices at home which included a smartphone, a laptop and a personal computer. What type of network he would be setting up for the same? 1. PAN -Technology

Last Answer : Manoj would be setting up a PAN (Personal Area Network) which is best suited for setups involving a computer, a cell phone and/or a handheld computing device such as a PDA.

Description : How do I add music to a Motorola smartphone?

Last Answer : 1) chances are that Motorola supports headphone jacks. (innies, as you called them). You need a 1/8 inch phono cable to go into the innie. You'll need to see what the size is for the speaker at her ... ? There are a zillion of them. She can download one called Pulsar - it's free and it works well.

Description : What is the use of a smartphone?

Last Answer : ‘Smart phones’ allow their users to multi-task, thus accomplishing two very important things at the same time. Like driving a car while asking your friends “what’s up ?” and then crashing into other vehicles….or running over small children…

Description : If they can make a micro SD card that can hold 64 gig, why can't they make a smartphone, tablet or laptop with a terabyte internal memory?

Last Answer : answer:They can. There are a lot of figureheads planning our technological future to maximize the profit. If every technological breakthrough were immediately released to the general public, corporate big wigs ... weren't so greedy we'd all be driving eco-friendly gravity powered cars by now.

Description : Will my purse magnet damage my smartphone?

Last Answer : answer:Yes, lots of things in the smart phone could be damaged, or have its data erased by a magnetic field. The screen could be broken, leaving pixels green or dead, info could be wiped, and much more ... the other, all is well. If you can attract the other magnet 10cm away, then it will do damage.

Description : How important is it to keep apps updated on a smartphone?

Last Answer : answer:@NuclearWessels Great screen name. Welcome to Fluther. Most updates are aimed at patching potential security threats, so if you do anything that you wouldn't want to share with hackers, or tether anything ... want a virus in, keep apps current or ditch them if they aren't worth the trouble.

Description : What can I expect after getting my first smartphone?

Last Answer : answer:No longer will you have to say, I'll have to look that up when I get home . You'll have the ability to do instant research for discussions you are having. You'll also be able ... a balance. Whipping out the smartphone can be considered quite rude in many situations. Good luck, and have fun.

Description : What kind of smartphone do you have?

Last Answer : The Optimus V from Virgin Mobile. It sucks in the sense that even when I'm texting, it is really hard to get the actual letters in. It's screen is not as sensitive and responsive at a high ... I guess for 25$ a month for unlimited Text & Data, 300 talking minutes, which I've never surpassed.

Description : The iPhone not being able to view Flash video - how big of a deal is that? (when considering buying a smartphone)

Last Answer : answer:I haven’t even noticed it. I’m sure it depends (at least a little) on the sites you visit. But nowadays MANY sites are making a mobile version. Again, I’ve had an iPhone for about three years, and I never thought (not once) “damn i hate this no flash.”

Description : Possible to get Verizon Wireless smartphone with cheaper data plan?

Last Answer : Starting soon Verizon will have two options for smartphones. 150 MB for $15 a month and unlimited for $30 a month.

Description : Has anyone who loved the iPhone been able to switch back to a plain ol' smartphone?

Last Answer : answer:I have the iPhone 3G3. I upgradred from the Blackberry Curve. My workphone is also the Curve. Whenever I have to do anything with my workphone, I feel like I'm having to chisel out something with ... iPhone so to avoid the Curve as much as possible. Once ya go iPhone, ya never wanna go back!

Description : What smartphone should I choose?

Last Answer : Android is clearly gaining the most market share amongst smartphones. The Nexus is no longer being sold. Also it probably will depend some on what carrier you are using.

Description : Give any one difference between freezing a field and hiding a field. -Technology

Last Answer : When you freeze a field, then no matter how far you scroll down in a datasheet, you will always see the frozen field. But, when you hide a field, then it means that the field is not displayed on the screen.

Description : Can you recommend me a cell phone (set up for AT&T) with a Qwerty keyboard that's NOT a smartphone?

Last Answer : siemens sk60 (has has a cool sideways twist feature) sorry I can’t link to a picture for you, I’m on my iPhone. or you can try the older blackberrys, they are pretty cheap on ebay these days.

Description : What new smartphone features would you like to see?

Last Answer : I’d like one with legs so when I lose it I just have to whistle and it will run towards me.

Description : What is involved with buying a new, unlocked smartphone?

Last Answer : answer:I have an unlocked phone and am an AT&T customer. I purchased my phone directly from the company that manufactured it (which for you would be Google) and then went into an AT&T store to get a ... earlier. Basically, you need to pay for the phone in full to have it unlocked. Hope that helped!

Description : What are some helpful tips and online resources for getting a new smartphone?

Last Answer : answer:Wow it's a headache trying to find any information. I can't tell you what's best/cheapest, but here's what I found- iPhone on AT&T, I found three data plans listed, and a plans for your ... I think it's quite nice, and they're available with more providers and styles. Hope that helps a bit.

Description : I cannot decide which is the best new smartphone for TMobile: NexusS, HD7 (windowsmob7), G2 or.. other?

Last Answer : If it was my decision, I would choose the Nexus S. WinPho7 is too new and undeveloped at this point.

Description : How much can you budget for a new smartphone?

Last Answer : I am always looking at a budget phone when I am out there trying to get a new device. You will agree with me that you cannot budget more than what you have when you are looking at getting a ... make the device work pretty fine without any form of issues such as hanging and switching off on its own.

Description : I'm looking into purchasing a new cell phone. What is the best Smartphone available in 2011?

Last Answer : I believe the Apple I 4 phone is the best. It has a very bright display and a stunning picture. It has two cameras on it has two cameras on it so the multimedia is great that it overs. You can also multitask on it.

Description : Can you help me sign into my Twitter account via smartphone?

Last Answer : Have you installed the Twitter App on your smartphone? https://market.android.com/details?id=com.twitter.android

Description : Can I program an Arduino board using a smartphone or tablet?

Last Answer : Yes, there are several mobile applications available that allow users to program and upload sketches to Arduino boards using a smartphone or tablet.

Description : How do those door cameras (e.g., Ring) work? Do they require a smartphone?

Last Answer : I don't have one, but a good friend of mine does. She has the Ring doorbell with an app on her phone. Every time someone comes up toward her door, she has a notification sound that goes off ... t always very clear. You're probably going to need a wifi connection in order to get it to work properly

Description : What should I do to fix my Motorola Smartphone powered by Android?

Last Answer : I suggest you save for a new phone.

Description : Which jobs will become redundant in the (near) future, thanks to smartphone apps?

Last Answer : Just from a quick look at the apps on my phone Travel Agent Calling the police to get directions. Not really a job but a portion of a job. Radio DJ (or broadcast radio in ... ). Telephone Operator/411 Calculator Manufacturer City Cab Driver Local Pharmacist Local News Anchor and yes, Weather Person

Description : Is there same as above key on a computer/laptop/smartphone? See detail.

Last Answer : Those two vertical lines are called ditto marks, and they use the double-quotes symbol. You can type that in a list and it means ditto the above. It doesn't cause the above entry to be ... for actually repeating the contents of the line or space above, for that you would just copy and paste.

Description : Will my cat become an electric cat if he bites through my smartphone charger cable?

Last Answer : Yes

Description : Does the world need smartphone apps to tell people to pay attention to where they walk?

Last Answer : Instead of getting some app to help people navigate through their lives, I suggest they get their mommies to hold their hands instead. MUCH more reliable than some stupid app…

Description : Which is funnier? That Nike invented self-lacing sneakers managed by your smartphone - or - they released an app software update that broke the shoe-tying feature?

Last Answer : I have trouble tying my shoes and might give it a try after the bugs are worked out.

Description : Why ask people to stay off smartphone and/or social media for, say a few months?

Last Answer : I think I’m going to apply. I could do it.

Description : Do you listen to free, over-the-airwaves, no internet required, FM radio, with your smartphone?

Last Answer : No, I don’t. I understand that they use your headphones (and more specifically the wire to the headphones) as an antenna, and I don’t use headphones. And I am never far from and FM radio; either in my house or my car.

Description : Have you reset your smartphone recently?

Last Answer : Yes, I did last weekend. I have a rooted phone and mess with it a lot. But I always start with a full backup, in case I don’t like the results of loading a different ROM. So when I was through messing around, I did so a Restore and got back to the status quo.

Description : On a tablet or smartphone what is the "End" button?

Last Answer : The quotation mark doesn’t work on the tag/topic box, right?

Description : Why does my smartphone not like my right hand? (Details inside)

Last Answer : I haven't, but I know some people who have a hard time getting touch-sensitive devices to respond to them. There may be some difference between your hands, for instance if you've been doing ... but not the other - soap, oil, or something that affects the conductivity of your skin or something.

Description : When would one need a paper dictionary even if smartphone etc. are available?

Last Answer : When one's electronic infrastructure isn't working (battery, device, network, ISP, power), or when one wants a trusted familiar well-edited source that doesn't require a subscription or login to get ... things those devices do) or when the teacher made you turn off your devices or confiscated them.

Description : Are smartphone photos that are taken in burst mode each one an independent pic?

Last Answer : They are individual photos. It's possible to delete one photo from a burst but iPhoneOS doesn't make it obvious how to do it. It's also possible to make the photos appear separately in the photos app but again ... I'm guessing is the one it thinks is the best or at least the most in focus pic.

Description : Does it help to only have the desktop version of a site on a smartphone and tablet?

Last Answer : I use the mobile apps for everything possible. The few times I need to do something on the desktop, I turn on my laptop. I’ve been using a tablet for the vast majority of my computer experience for about 2 years or more. I’m used to the mobile experience.

Description : Why would someone want a smartphone-enabled garage door opener?

Last Answer : answer:It's better because you already have the phone, and don't need a remote. It's one less thing. A use case might be leaving your house to jog, or walk your kids around the neighborhood. ... secure, but there's no obvious reason this would seem less secure than online banking or the cloud ...

Description : Why is my smartphone text messaging not working (details inside)?

Last Answer : M A Y B E !

Description : Smartphone data plans are a ripoff: Do you agree?

Last Answer : Yes. I was charged $250 a month for going over 30 Gigs from watching youtube. Now I pay $80 for unlimited data at home and $80 for a half gig roaming. Naturally I tend to stay at home and ask-publicing for free.

Description : Could you recommend a good smartphone game?

Last Answer : First what kind of game do you like to play?

Description : Which smartphone drops calls, fails to connect to the internet or fails with text messages?

Last Answer : Samsung Galaxy lte with Rogers Web carrier. The sound cuts off every so often. Edit also they bill me $225 a month. For overages

Description : When is a Smartphone no longer smart enough to be called a Smartphone?

Last Answer : answer:This brings to mind the movie Soldier . But that personifies the phone a bit too much to compare that way. I'm sure people will be using marketing terms like smart for ages. The phone itself ... Over time I think it's more of a label than anything. One that isn't necessarily an adjective.

Description : How to update my smartphone to Android KitKat?

Last Answer : answer:Unless you are very comfortable with this type of thing - and understand the risks - why not just wait? What phone do you have? And what carrier? The Moto X 2014, for example, has a ... vanilla KitKat build on a Samsung phone will come with challenges. You're going to have to root, etc.

Description : Do you take a book or your tablet/smartphone/laptop with you?

Last Answer : My porcelain library is well stocked with magazines and crossword puzzles.

Description : Do you use your bank's mobile deposit (take a picture of the check with a smartphone) capability?

Last Answer : I just hold the check in a folder for a few weeks – just in case there is a problem.

Description : Facial recognition on your smartphone - Have you ever gotten it to work consistently?

Last Answer : answer:Honestly, from what I've heard, I think Facial Recognition on the Android device is not that useful. So I wouldn't recommend using it. I haven't heard of anyone that has gotten it to work ... room, then you do the facial recognition in a dark room or place, it will most likely not work.

Description : Can a person hack your smartphone?

Last Answer : answer:Yes of course it can be hacked. Of course this depends heavily upon the type of smartphone you have. Basically, whether you have an iPhone or not. This is because iPhones are MUCH more defensible ... t be dumb browsing the web (same applies for PC behavior). And you'll be fine. Cheerio!

Description : How do I record an incoming call on my smartphone?

Last Answer : answer:There’s an app for that. Many, in fact. I found quite a few in under 4 seconds. That one just seems to be one of the better ones. Or there is Google Voice, a multi-platform solution that has many other uses as well.

Description : [SFW] How many inches is yours? And can you grip it with one hand? Question about smartphone screen sizes.

Last Answer : What is “inches”?