XDA Orbit or XDA Mini S?

[Jaxh]

I want to upgrade from my XDA2 to either an XDA Orbit or XDA Mini S. I'm erring towards the Orbit but have a number of questions:

I have read reviews stating that the phone quality on the Mini is poor, can anyone corroborate this or know if the Orbit performs better as a phone?

What happens when using the Orbit for Sat Nav and there is an incoming call? Presumably I'd be able to take the call (hands free / bluetooth of course) but the device stops giving verbal instructions on directions?

Does anyone know of a car kit that charges the phone in addition to speaker etc? - Am I right in thinking that bluetooth headsets don't strictly adhere to letter of the law?

I already have a Navman Sat Nav & not entirely happy with it - it doesn't re-route well. I have read a couple of articles stating that Tom Tom 6 software can be installed on the Orbit & enables you to avoid a particular road/route - is that so / is it any good?. I don't know much about Co-Pilot, but I'm guessing that it's just software alternative to the likes of tom tom?

How reliable if the Orbit operating system? My XDA2 was a bit of a pain at first (re-setting weekly) but seems to have settled down. Either that or I've just got use to it!

Help with any of the above would be much appreciated!

[meschle]

I want to upgrade from my XDA2 to either an XDA Orbit or XDA Mini S. I'm erring towards the Orbit but have a number of questions:

I have read reviews stating that the phone quality on the Mini is poor, can anyone corroborate this or know if the Orbit performs better as a phone?

What happens when using the Orbit for Sat Nav and there is an incoming call? Presumably I'd be able to take the call (hands free / bluetooth of course) but the device stops giving verbal instructions on directions?

Does anyone know of a car kit that charges the phone in addition to speaker etc? - Am I right in thinking that bluetooth headsets don't strictly adhere to letter of the law?

I already have a Navman Sat Nav & not entirely happy with it - it doesn't re-route well. I have read a couple of articles stating that Tom Tom 6 software can be installed on the Orbit & enables you to avoid a particular road/route - is that so / is it any good?. I don't know much about Co-Pilot, but I'm guessing that it's just software alternative to the likes of tom tom?

How reliable if the Orbit operating system? My XDA2 was a bit of a pain at first (re-setting weekly) but seems to have settled down. Either that or I've just got use to it!

Help with any of the above would be much appreciated!

I can awnser a couple of you questions - i had just got a new mini s because my last qtek wizard is so good - dont get it the screen is now v dull and colors poorly rendered - i checked 2 devices. I think htc have changed the screen/backlight on it. Orbits screen is brighter and clearer than my qtek 9100.
As for the radio call quality - i feel mini s is marginally better but not alot in it. The orbit is a superb device - v light and slim too. Seems v stable with no resetting as yet.
Have not tested gps side yet but hope that helps.

p.s. speaker quality and volume is better in the mini s because of stereo speakers but the orbit seems loud enough.

[Sk8rBoi]

Hi there,

regarding your question, hope this will help

I didnt write this review, but it is most excellent,
it persuaded me on my next purchase :)

http://www.4winmobile.com/viewtopic.php?p=42938

[Jaxh]

Thanks folks - indeed a most excellent & comprehensive review. Decision made! Once O2 have dispatched said device to me & I've had an opportunity to 'play' I'll post back my thoughts / findings.