Recent content by Mark Kaplan

  1. Mark Kaplan

    7.5 months in. My experiences so far.

    I realized today it's been almost 8 months since I switched to the Duo as my primary "device". The learning curve is long. But I wanted to adapt to this new way of doing things. It took me a while and yes as we all know it was quite buggy in the beginning and still has its challenges, but all in...
  2. Mark Kaplan

    Duo Start Screens

    I'm trying to post the actual picture but I dont seem to be able to. I'm using Live Wallpaper which is full motion video...
  3. Mark Kaplan

    Accessories, Accessories, Accessories

    A simple charging stand for the desk. The USB-C ones I've found have the port in the center which wont work for the Duo.
  4. Mark Kaplan

    What should the next update have?

    So my two biggest asks to Microsoft for the Duo. 1) Restore Launcher Grid Control options that exist in the current version of Microsoft Launcher for Android 10 phones. 2) Integrate Cortana. The one thing I miss the most about W10M is the Cortana driving experience. It was, and still is...
  5. Mark Kaplan

    Accessories, Accessories, Accessories

    Anyone found a cradle yet? I found one but I'm not posting about it until I see it. I've installed the Zagg screen protectors but be careful trying to follow the instructions. I found that they were almost impossible to follow.
  6. Mark Kaplan

    initial Reviews

    I dont think anyone is saying that at all. I am saying its not a "phone". Its a device that also happens to make phone calls. Its much more than a "phone".
  7. Mark Kaplan

    initial Reviews

    I like the device and disagree with the posters comments. It all depends on what your looking for and expecting. This device is not a phone. Yes it makes phone calls, but its not a phone. It's a mini-pc that also makes phone calls. I'm a former W10M user that was in that to the very end. I moved...
  8. Mark Kaplan

    Questions for Duo Owners

    I agree with most of the responses here. It really depends on what your needs are. For what the original poster stated, I would say the Duo. There is a learning curve to using this device. If you try to use it like you did your previous smartphone you will be disappointed. If you think of it as...
  9. Mark Kaplan

    Surface Duo waiting thread

    Not me. Audio is fine. If a reset doesnt fix it you could have a hardware issue.
  10. Mark Kaplan

    Surface Duo waiting thread

    Here's my unboxing video. I will note that at first power on, after the Windows logo, I got an Android exception of No Command. I restarted the device and it has so far been functioning perfectly.
  11. Mark Kaplan

    Surface Duo waiting thread

    Mine has arrived!! I am not opening the box just yet as I promised my clan I would do an unboxing video so I will do that as soon as I can lock my office door. It comes in a plain cardboard outer box.
  12. Mark Kaplan

    Surface Duo waiting thread

    Tracking shows mine on the Fedex truck for delivery today by 3pm CT!
  13. Mark Kaplan

    Has anyone gotten a update on shipping status/tracking #?

    I got my shipping notice. It arrives tomorrow! 256gb
  14. Mark Kaplan

    Surface Duo waiting thread

    I just got my shipping notice! Due to arrive tomorrow the 10th by 3pm. Shipped from Ontario CA. Looking forward to unboxing!!
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    Surface Duo waiting thread

    That's where I ordered mine too. I've been refreshing the order page all day.