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bonerp 2010-03-15 19:01

Whats an alternative to n900?
 
OK I have an eye problem (retinopathy) and sometimes seeing the text from sms and browser is hard work. The screen is too small and I havent seen any options for increasing fonts generally so thinking of changing phones sadly.

Looking for something with similar functionality, namely email, browser, sms, decent phone function would be good :p and bigger text.

Any experience and feedback appreciated from latest kit or upcoming phones (will wait a bit for the right one).

thanks

DaveP1 2010-03-15 19:30

Re: Whats an alternative to n900?
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by bonerp (Post 568214)
OK I have an eye problem (retinopathy) and sometimes seeing the text from sms and browser is hard work. The screen is too small and I havent seen any options for increasing fonts generally so thinking of changing phones sadly.

Looking for something with similar functionality, namely email, browser, sms, decent phone function would be good :p and bigger text.

Any experience and feedback appreciated from latest kit or upcoming phones (will wait a bit for the right one).

thanks

As far as upcoming phones, I'd look for the Dell Streak (or Mini 5). It has a 5 inch screen so it should be much easier to read.

You might also check the browser to see if you can change the default font size. Most should allow you to do that although it will depend on the particular browser implementation.

Keir 2010-03-15 19:34

Re: Whats an alternative to n900?
 
You can modify the text/font sizes.

velox 2010-03-15 19:35

Re: Whats an alternative to n900?
 
You could try to edit your active theme, too. On my old N800 I changed it to a smaller size and everything still looked gorgeous.

Perhaps it works the other way 'round on the N900 - I think it's worth a (backup and) try ;)

bonerp 2010-03-15 20:01

Re: Whats an alternative to n900?
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by Keir (Post 568280)
You can modify the text/font sizes.

in conversations? I know I can change the browser size.

noobmonkey 2010-03-15 20:04

Re: Whats an alternative to n900?
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by bonerp (Post 568331)
in conversations? I know I can change the browser size.

check the mod threads (Search for mod) - might even be on the wiki now.
I know they have changed font colour and type, probably no reason why font sizes can't get bigger :D

andrewfblack 2010-03-15 20:08

Re: Whats an alternative to n900?
 
Give me an idea of what font size you want and I'll modify my maemo-org theme to use it.

bonerp 2010-03-15 21:59

Re: Whats an alternative to n900?
 
http://talk.maemo.org/showthread.php...ations&page=24

tried this but it doesnt seem to be happening as theres been no change. Do I need to carry out the cp command to each file?
I've now added to the original thread.


Anyone use the HTC HD2 and is it likely to come onto Android 2.1?

thanks

DaveP1 2010-03-16 16:38

Re: Whats an alternative to n900?
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by bonerp (Post 568484)
Anyone use the HTC HD2 and is it likely to come onto Android 2.1?

No, I haven't used one. Yes, supposedly a Android 2.1 version (with 4G WiMax as well) is in the works. Its current name is the Supersonic. Here is a short video that just showed up:

http://androidmobileos.com/?p=9847

bonerp 2010-03-23 12:16

Re: Whats an alternative to n900?
 
looks like this is being announced tomorrow according to the usual gossip boards. Think I will be placing a pre order for it.


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