Posted by alexlt
Does anyone know what theme and clock/weather widget these are?
Thanks
Posted by rikken
The clock is Simiclock and the weather might be Beautiful Widgets, at least it has a simular one
Posted by tranced
This phone was launched yesterday by Orange Dominicana and it's not that expensive as I'd thought. I'm not getting it either way. I prefer Pro
Posted by winnerzero
Music Unlimited by Qriocity has been released now for Android by Sony! For those that use the service, its great to have it now on your phone, pretty much any music, anywhere your phone is now...awesome...I can confirm the app works great on arc! Looks good too. The only downside is the large file size and can't move to sd but a great job nonetheless by Sony.
http://www.xperiablog.net/201[....]d-music-unlimited-android-app/
Posted by smclion102
Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc has the best battery performance of smartphones android web browsing battery life test
With over 5 hours of use, the Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc smartphone left the other models Android smartphone competitors, as Samsung Galaxy S II and LG Optimus Black in the dust. The guys from blog.gsmarena posted a comparison that clearly showed that the arc, despite being the thinnest among the competitors, you can browse for more time on the web. There were 5 hours and 25 minutes of direct use and with an incredible economy battery. The other competitor got less than five hours, and using a browser other than the default Android.
The only in front of the Xperia Arc is the Apple iPhone has applications that optimize the useful life of the battery along with the apps, if only because the battery used is virtually identical of others companies with some secrets in manufacturing, of course.
Web browsing battery life test:
Apple iPhone 4 7:40 h
Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc 5:25 h
Samsung I9100 Galaxy S II 4:59 h (Opera Mobile browser)
LG Optimus 2X 4:54 h
LG Optimus Black 4:30 h
Samsung I9100 Galaxy S II 4:22 h (stock browser)
Samsung I9000 Galaxy S 4:06 h
Browse the web with Xperia arc is very comfortable and simple. Besides the generous size of the screen 4.2 inches the technology Sony Bravia Engine Mobile gives a great visual comfort without irritating the LCD very eyes, with exceptional contrast and brightness and color as the viewing of the LCD is amazing and yet saving outdoor light. Can you imagine spending time on the web and with the view rested? just the same Sony Ericsson Xperia with the new LCD display technology to deliver all this.
Via:
blog.gsmarena
seinsider
Posted by elnitrox
@rikken
about the backup and restore how do i use it?just put it on my phone and use it?
[ This Message was edited by: elnitrox on 2011-06-16 08:23 ]
Posted by rikken
That worked for me
Posted by rickster2kuk
In all fairness I've found both the X10 and Arc to have fantastic battery life. Arc is even better.
Posted by Bonovox
The x10 did not have fantastic battery life. So far NO Android device can be considered as having FANTASTIC battery life.
Posted by rikken
Agree
Posted by Bonovox
Until some sort of new or better battery technology is introduced that does not require a phone to be bigger,then Android devices or even Windows devices battery life will be always average. It's a shame cos I had a Nokia Symbian E5-00 once & the battery on that with heavy usage lasted for 5 days with 3G always on.
Posted by Ricky D
Actually I think it's not just the battery that needs improving but screen efficiency. The bigger the screen of the phone the worse the perceived battery life is. When I look at the usage stats of my battery it is mostly the screen draining the battery. Even if it's sat idle most of the day.
To be honest, though, I'm just about happy with the way my arc battery performs, X10 was dreadful with official FW, better with a few of the custom ROMs, but arc is about as good as it gets in the big touchscreen world.
Posted by mistatwista
X10 does have lousy battery life, hope GB will change that
[ This Message was edited by: mistatwista on 2011-06-17 08:28 ]
Posted by svekro
Finaly 2.3.3 installed on my Arc in Norway.
Installed with use of SEUS. PC Companion did offer it, but didn't install it.
Posted by Webalistic
I've got a question about some weird behaviour.
When I connect my arc with my pc (using supplied cable), the touch screen starts acting up (not responding properly to touches, and generating its own events resulting in apps popping up and once even messages being deleted.
Is this a grounding issue? (my pc is grounded though) There are no problems with my ipad when connected, but my satnav shows similar behaviour.
Any suggestions on how to solve this? (other than buy a new computer
)
Thanks
Posted by caff111
I noticed that if you remove the battery out, the time and date on the phone would be reset when you turn on the phone. Wondering is everyone having the same issue if u taken the battery out or it is just mine?
Also, not sure why when using stock launcher, the app and widget icons on homepage doesn't align in straight line .........anyway to arrange it to align properly? Thanks
Posted by emzee_ali
Check out this link below of an unknown SE handset with Android.
http://www.phonearena.com/new[....]irst-dual-core-handset_id19663
Posted by rmk152
On 2011-06-17 14:43:12, emzee_ali wrote:
Check out this link below of an unknown SE handset with Android.
http://www.phonearena.com/new[....]irst-dual-core-handset_id19663
What about this one:
http://www.gsmarena.com/sony_ericsson_urushi-3972.php
Posted by Ricky D
@Webalistic Could you tell us any more about this strange behaviour? Does it happen on a friend's PC? Are you near any strong magnetic fields (try putting the phone on a different part of your desk or away from the desk completely)? Are you leaning it on stuff (easy to do)?
@Caff111 The battery thing is a bit weird. I guess that would happen if you took he battery out and left it for a while but shouldn't happen if you just swap the battery over. I don't use the stock launcher, do you have any pics of the misalignment you see?
Posted by Webalistic
@Ricky D
I'm not sure what more to tell. Just that when connected to my pc, the touch bit starts getting crazy. It then takes about 20 attempts to unlock the screen and random touch events are generated so apps start up and buttons get pressed. My pc has a standard usb 2 port in the front. looking at the usb properties, the device seems to draw about 250ma of current, so I cannot imagine it being under powered. Wifi stuff is in the next room.
I get the same behaviour on an external, powered usb hub.
Could it be a grounding problem?
Posted by Ricky D
@Webalistic have you tried ports in the back of the PC? I really can't see it being a grounding issue. Perhaps plug into the charger and see if you get a similar effect, it could be the connector on the phone itself being loose and causing ill effects internally.
Posted by caff111
On 2011-06-17 18:22:05, Ricky D wrote:
@Caff111 The battery thing is a bit weird. I guess that would happen if you took he battery out and left it for a while but shouldn't happen if you just swap the battery over. I don't use the stock launcher, do you have any pics of the misalignment you see?
clock and time would be reset even I take out battery for a few seconds. Very weird.........
What launcher you guys recommend? Launcher Pro?
Posted by doministry
I never had the apps alignment issue.
And my Arc is responsive once connected to PC.
Posted by caff111
On 2011-06-18 03:29:17, doministry wrote:
I never had the apps alignment issue.
And my Arc is responsive once connected to PC.
are you using stock launcher?
Posted by Ricky D
I use ADW
Posted by MyP910
I don't have any alignment problem and I'm using arc launcher. I think the stock launcher is the best and I really like the pinch to zoom for the homescreen.
Posted by Webalistic
@Ricky D
Well, i've tried ports on the back, on external usb hubs and they all give the same behaviour.
When i connect to my laptop, everything is fine, but my laptop (or it's psu) isn't grounded. The SE psu is fine too.
I've even unplugged all devices from the computer that have themselves a grounded power plug, but no result.
Seems that somehow my pc is suffering from or generating noise on ground or something. Not sure how to address that without going into hugely expensive line filters and such.
Posted by alibond82
@Webalistic: I had the exact same issue but only when I'd connect the phone to the supplied charger. I believe it has something to do with the heat generated from the battery. After a few charge cycles the problem is completely gone away now.
Posted by Ricky D
@Webalistic You could try opening up the case and checking for loose or trailing cables that could be causing shorts. Else try strapping a bare cable to the metal of the case and sticking it into something earthed if you think there's noise through the earthing. Either way it sounds like the problem is specific to your machine, you might find google can help you with odd usb behaviour.
Posted by Webalistic
I'll continue the search. As for Google. so far it's provided me with several people experiencing the same behaviour on several devices, but non of those threads provide any solution.
Thanks for thinking along anyway.
Cheers.
Posted by alibond82
@Webalistic: Try to get an app or use "My Phone Explorer" to tell you the battery temperature while it's connected. I'm sure it's got something to do with that, since the only thing behind the battery is the screen. Also, try a different computer and see if this happens, as well as try a different battery. I know it's very annoying, been there before
On a side note, does anyone know how to re-assign a default number from the quick contacts menu? Like I have a friend of mine who when at first I clicked on their thumbnail and selected a number, I ticked "Remember this selection" Now this friend of mine left for another country for good, but their original number is still there and I want to keep it. Is there any way that I can make their new number the default one other than having to delete the old one and put it back on?
Posted by Avinash
On 2011-06-18 21:29:57, Webalistic wrote:
I'll continue the search. As for Google. so far it's provided me with several people experiencing the same behaviour on several devices, but non of those threads provide any solution.
Thanks for thinking along anyway.
Cheers.
i experience the same issue. It occurs when I use a different micro USB charger instead of one that came with the phone. Otherwise, it rarely happens if I use teh original charger or charge it through the computer.
Posted by rmk152
A Fake Xperia ARC:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IT_hU-FcqOk
Where can i get one of these in the uk? - Ebay links anyone??
Posted by Ricky D
I'm in Beijing and return to the UK in about 5 weeks. Do you want me to see if I can pick you one up? Can save you a few pounds on postage.. if I see one I'll check it out for you first, if you have anything you want to know about it.
Just so you know, the website that video links to is Vietnamese not Chinese and they look legit-ish, selling arc at around 450GBP..
Posted by doministry
For the first time ever:
random reboot just when I was dialing number.
It was after 12 days of usage.
What is even more strange, the DATE of the phone after reboot was
02:48, 22nd June 2011.
What is that?
Posted by caff111
Anyone got tips on how to take a good pictures indoor or darker situation? How to take advantage of Exmor lenses? What camera setting u guys use? Thanks
Posted by rmk152
On 2011-06-20 14:40:07, Ricky D wrote:
I'm in Beijing and return to the UK in about 5 weeks. Do you want me to see if I can pick you one up? Can save you a few pounds on postage.. if I see one I'll check it out for you first, if you have anything you want to know about it.
Just so you know, the website that video links to is Vietnamese not Chinese and they look legit-ish, selling arc at around 450GBP..
I bought a Real one for £419 in the UK. The idea is to get a fake one for GF so it wont hurt as much if she breaks it. Should cost no more than £200 i would guess.
Posted by Xajel
More Arc accessories appears.. now extended batteries !!
regular standard size but with 1700mAh ( rather than original 1500 mAh )
http://www.mugen-power-batter[....]a-arc-lt15i-docomo-so-01c.html
large size and huge capacity 4500 mAh ( require included back cover to fit the larger battery )
http://www.mugen-power-batter[....]-so-01c-with-battery-door.html
Very nice, even thought I'll a large battery with a size that can require flat back cover... this will make the phone more elegant and provide longer battery life than standard one which is somehow limited by the arc design of the phone... I can guess a 2000-2100mAh capacity with such design...
Posted by SKIBBE
the 4500mAh looked awesome (not for standard use) but when your on the train/traveling and cant charge the phone.
but 130usd is kinda expensive to get an ugglier phone
and 1700mAh can't be that much of a difference? anyone know from other phones
Posted by Xajel
Yeah, but some may see the 4500mAh too big even for such traveling and they may go for external portable charger so they can charge the phone any where when required.. unless they hate to hold another thing...
the 1700mAh provides 13% more power than stock 1500mAh, so if the phone lasts 1.5 - 2 days then you might get extra 4 - 4:15 hours in theory... looks nice as there's no change in size ( I don't know about weight )...
yeah, price is kinda expensive for the 4500 but it's okay for the 1700 as it cost almost same as stock 1500mAh...
some will say 1500 (stock)*3 = 4500, so 47 (stock from one search)*3 = 141 still higher than 130 for 4500
Posted by dibdin
And these extended batteries are genuine Sony Ericsson ones?
Posted by tai020381
Hey did anyone posted this in this forum??
HTC Sensation vs Arc. Go ahead and enjoy ^^
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2gsxJmJ0Ak
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ikR4CBhqQck
Posted by doministry
On 2011-06-21 13:40:01, tai020381 wrote:
Hey did anyone posted this in this forum??
HTC Sensation vs Arc. Go ahead and enjoy ^^
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2gsxJmJ0Ak
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ikR4CBhqQck
Thanks. Again looks like Arc is a great performer even next to latest
double core devices.
Posted by SKIBBE
The Arc screen beats the hell out of the sensation in that video΄
but about the battery, 3 separate 1500mAh batterys must out preform in time a single 4500mAh battery?
i get 1 18-20 with moderate use so 3 times 18-20 is 54-60h (but with alot of hassle to charge them separatly)
[ This Message was edited by: SKIBBE on 2011-06-21 17:42 ]
Posted by Bonovox
I recently bought one of these batteries which was a Mugen power one. My HTC Wildfire S it was for and the new battery was 1,500mAh whereas the phones original battery was 1,230mAh. Yet the higher capacity non branded battery was worse it had really short life. Don't get tempted by these batteries they are crap. Get a genuine one.
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[ This Message was edited by: Bonovox on 2011-06-21 17:41 ]
Posted by doministry
Xactly. Never buy unbranded batteries.
Posted by dibdin
As SKIBBE pointed out, the Arc's screen really impresses compared to the Sensation. Good to know.
Posted by Bonovox
Yeah,despite the huge screen res HTC seem to have ruined the contrast colours & brightness. My HTC Wildfire S has a better screen than that
Posted by drec
Looks dock is heading our way:
Link text...
Posted by xtacy
It looks pretty neat. Wondering what that compartment is for? Perhaps a battery compartment (say running of AA batteries) for when you're not connected to the mains? Or a secondary battery charger?
[ This Message was edited by: xtacy on 2011-06-22 16:20 ]