Checked Out The 822 and HTC 8X In Person Today...

[maxnicks]

Like HitDog402, I come from the world of high-end Androids. and have had 6 since my OG Droid. I understand exactly what HitDog is talking about. The withdrawals from the Google Koolaid are extreme. There were a good 3 or 4 times I was ready to switch back to Android, but forced myself to wait and experience more of the WinWorld. I've had my 822 for almost a month now. My google fevers have subsided. As I learn this new ecosystem, I've now reached the point that my 822 and WIN8P now does everything my Galaxy Nexus and Jellybean 4.22 did. Hold it, I don't have the NOW functionality anymore, but I never used it so never mind.

I found trying to make my 822 walk and talk google was a waste of time. I did find WIN8 apps that half-assed succeeded in allowing me to continue using my google services. I finally bit the bullet and switched over to MS Services for everything. Exchange mail, calendar, skype, etc. That said, I am now as happy with my 822 and my new ecosystem that I was with my google world. I will continue to miss all the functionality provided by Google+ and its native app. But this tight integration between my phone and my laptop running WIN8 is astronomical.

So if I may make a suggestion HitDog, instead of focusing on all of the things you can't do, maybe start learning all of the things you can do. If you're like me, you'll be amazed.

 

[anon(123856)]

Are u guys serious about complaining about the screen resolution on the 822? Side by side its BARELY even noticeable. The 822 is thicker and wider and the 8x is taller it definitely made me feel better about getting the 822.

Its not even close the screen resolution is minor but the battery life and removable storage is reason enough to go with the 822

I'm not complaining! When I first picked up the 822 I was struck by how great text looked on it. I'm very satisfied with the 822.

 

[Talldog]

When I looked at the 8x and the 822 side by side, there was no question that the 8x had the better screen, but I ended up going with the 822 anyway. The removable battery and SD meant something, but the real difference maker was that the 8x seemed too tall, thin and delicate while the 822 was solid and rugged. I've always worn my phones on a belt holster and always will, and I need a phone that can take getting knocked around some. After 3 weeks, I'm very happy with it.

 

[falconrap]

When I checked out the 8X, at least the one I saw on display, the colors were dull compared to my Pre 2 (IPS display), and certainly when compared with the 822. I could tell the difference in PPI, but it's not really all that noticeable at normal viewing distance. The 8X's sharper corners, and flush, not so great feeling, buttons were also detractors too me. I also wasn't too thrilled with the narrower aspect ratio of the screen. When you throw in Nokia's support, application exclusives, removable battery, and microSD card, it all kind of sealed the deal for me. It's all about personal tastes and needs. For some, the 8X fills the void. For others...the 822.

Since I bought my white 822 through eBay, and my upgrade just comes up due tomorrow, I have the option of waiting and seeing if the 928 comes out and makes me want to get that instead. I really have my heart set on the red 822, and I think the 4.3" screen is pretty much the right size for me, but the draw of that camera, and rumored HD AMOLED screen makes me pause. The 822 feels great in the hand, though, and that is a big part of the experience for me.

 

[o4liberty]

I also have changed to everything MS and couldn't be happier! The 822 for me is the perfect device all around with no regrets.
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