Really enjoying my 1520 lately!

[MDMcAtee]

I caution anyone on buying such a expensive complicated electronic device on line. Especially if buying for someone else.

It is nothing more than a crap shoot on getting one that doesn't have issues,and being forced to have to wait to mail it back for a replacement is a real PITA not to mention time consuming. What you save initially can be lost in pure aggrivation later on.

That said,I love my 1520 even with a couple of issues the DP of 8.1 has given me. Coming from being a hard core Android flashaholic it is certainly different,easier in some ways, more difficult in others to do things, but over all extreamly happy with the decision to make the switch.

Good luck with the phones you ordered

Mac

 

[islehopper]

Really shines with 8.1!

 

[Son Of Belushi UK]

This is my third Windows Phone, having started with the humble (but tidy) HTC Mozart, then a Lumia 920 and now the Lumia 1520. The HTC had major touchscreen issues (it was entirely unresponsive when the device had been in standby for more than 5 minutes or was cold...yes, it was temperature affected!). Orange replaced my HTC 4 times and so I waited it out for the Lumia 920. I never had a single problem with the 920 and only upgraded to the 1520 because of a great deal. It's a fantastic device and while the touchscreen does seem a little over-sensitive at times I wouldn't say it was a problem.
I'd had 2 iPhones prior to the HTC and while the app-gap was huge back then I didn't really miss anything other than NinJump. I would imagine the move from Android could be pretty jarring but from the iPhone probably far less so. It is annoying that when new apps come out for even the most obscure companies or products that Windows Phone rarely gets them from day one and some apps, like Spotify, are basic and only just functional. The flipside is that once you get used to everything it's undoubtedly the most slick phone OS around and the hardware options are great. I've no doubt that as long as it's around i'll be sticking with WinPhone.

 

[Madam ImAdam]

Well, i'm glad I found this thread because I have once again been thoroughly enjoying my Lumia 1520 lately. Enjoyment of this phone seems to come in cycles for me, but for the past few months, it has been pretty fantastic. I did end up picking up the 6+, which my wife now uses, (she has an iphone 6 for work as well), but I am finding the Lumia 1520, with Windows 8.1 and my Surface Pro 2 to be pretty seamless and reliable, allowing me to have access to everything I need when need it (with unfortunately a big exception for the 1520's compass magnetometer, which is simply not as reliable as my iphone). otherwise, this is just to say that even after spending more that $250 bucks to replace the screen and digitizer (Palco) I'm pretty happy with my Lumia after one year of ownership.

Here's to the next year!

 

[Evil_MrM]

Now, on the other hand, I remember not liking the Kink's Muswell Hillbillies when I first heard it years ago, but I'd be dammed if that is not one of the best crafted albums if the last 30 years!!! It only gets better with repeated listening. I think there is something similar going on for me with WP.

IMO, Muswell Hillbillies in The Kinks' best album, better than Village Green or Arthur. I hope to love the 1530 later in the year, if AT&T doesn't gimp it the way they did the 1520 in the US...

 

[threewulfmoon]

Adam,

Glad to hear that your 1520 still brings you joy. I picked one up a few weeks ago and I really enjoy it. I noticed you mentioned replacing the screen/digitizer. Was that because of accidental damage or some other reason. Mine has jut a smidgen of the screen sensitivity issue. Nothing major, just very slightly annoying at times.

 

[raycpl]

Same experience.. my wife do complain about the sensitivity of the screen... and occasionally about the size of phone. Quite a switch from the 720.... then Candy Crush landed on WP and now she's happy as a squirrel!!!

 

[Madam ImAdam]

Adam,

Glad to hear that your 1520 still brings you joy. I picked one up a few weeks ago and I really enjoy it. I noticed you mentioned replacing the screen/digitizer. Was that because of accidental damage or some other reason. Mine has jut a smidgen of the screen sensitivity issue. Nothing major, just very slightly annoying at times.

I dropped my phone on a gravel road and shattered the LCD screen and digitizer... Sent it to Palco for replacement. http://forums.windowscentral.com/nokia-lumia-1520/272459-6.htm#post2765923

I've never really had a problem with the phantom tap/sensitivity issue once i learned to be a bit more aggressive and forceful with my taps and scrolling on the phone. I simply adjusted to interacting with the phone a tiny bit more forcefully than I did with my iPhones.

 

[Bigfireq]

I love my 1520 (938). The screen is gorgeous, and while I have the tap problem too, I very easily learned to accommodate and am slightly more careful when touching the screen. I was barely cognizant of it when I got it, and now I don't notice it at all.

I love, love, love the size of the screen, it makes the tile approach even more mesmerizing. And the battery life is amazing. I do miss the camera on my 1020, but I'm looking forward to denim and the speed of taking shots with the 1520. Oh, and the microSD card! Man, I never want a phone without one again!

Ordering one for my mom tomorrow. I'd love to get it in red, but I want it in 938 (Qi and 32 GB). Any recommendations?

 

[Bobvfr]

Saw this thread and thought, "How is he enjoying the phone he bought on the 31st Dec, when it's still only the 30th".

Then I checked.......

Got to admit I am more than happy with mine, have you got an Xbox One yet? 1520, Surface Pro and an Xbox One a winning combination :smile:

Although it would be better if you could change the tile colours in Windows 8.1 like you can on WP and the Xbox One.

 

[RumoredNow]

I'm still thoroughly in love with my 1520. It has replaced any desire I might have to pick up a tablet. The screen is that nice and that large. (I was favoring 7-8" tablet screens.)

The Beast does whatever I ask of it. It's very good in the all-around and I get loads of utility out of it. I've just made a carrier switch and that also is key to keeping happy. So nice that it is Unlocked so the switch went hassle free and now my service is even better with increased signal hold and data speed.

Looking forward to Denim (patiently)...

 

[NightOrchid]

Great thread.. Nice to see people praising things, rather than using a forum just for problems... I came back to the 1520 after using a 930 for a while. Now Im sorry but i dont care what people say the 1520 is NOT a bigger 930.

The LCD is awesome compared to the over-saturated old Matrix style AMOLED

I think the camera is better in the 1520.. better colour reproduction and Dynamic range.. also I think its a bit sharper.. even on 1520s CYAN.compared to 930 Denim.. Newer is not necessarily better IMO.

Battery is amazing (3-4 days light - moderate use)

SD Card

And yes, awesomely loud and clear speaker... I only have to have the volume on 6 and I can hear it loud in my pocket..(or even just 7 when Im out shopping on a busy day).. in fact the speaker is so good.. i often listen to a radio talk show or pod cast in bed (It actually isnt bad on music either, but I wouldnt use a phone speaker for tunes.. its no HTC One M8.... )

Best desicion I ever made was changing back to the 1520. I bet MS wont build something like this

Cheers

 

[8820man]

I made the switch from Blackberry early in the year. Decided to go "all in Windows" on my daily driver tech. The huge screen, great sound and call quality make this a great phone for me. WP8 was great, but when WP8.1 came along it was even better. I use a windows laptop, tablet and my 1520 for work everyday. Ironically, the 1520 is probably the most powerful of all 3!! I still dig my old Blackberry tech and use the ol' Playbook quite often.