Thread: I'm surprised: Comparing the N800 and the N810
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2007-11-26 , 14:36
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Originally Posted by frethop View Post
I really want to like the N810. Really I do!

This weekend I have been using my N810 and comparing it to my N800 with OS2008. I'm surprised by my reactions. Here are some:
  • The N810 is heavier. All that metal makes it a little heavier in my hand and a little less convenient to toss around.
  • The N810 is a little smaller. Mostly, it's less wide. For me, this makes it harder to hold onto.
  • I keep putting my thumb on the ambient light sensor. I usually hold with my left hand and use the stylus with my right. My thumb naturally blocks the light sensor and the screen automatically darkens.
  • The D-pad thing really annoys me. When I'm using FBReader to read a book, I'm used to rotating with the DPad. Now I have to fiddle with a menu or open the keyboard.
I've had the same issues with my left thumb covering the ambient light sensor. The comfortable/thick margins on the sides of the screen lend themselves to holding the N810 with the four fingers against the back and thumb against the front. Unfortunately, the ambient light sensor is located right where I'd naturally place my thumb.

The weight and weight-distribution are certainly something to get used to. I'm actually in the habit now of sliding out the keyboard during extended use sessions. This allows for two things: access to the dpad and slightly better weight distribution. Most of the weight seems to be coming from underneath the keyboard (battery?) not the display.

Most of my complaints and whines can be remedied by changing my habits. We'll see how happy I am (and other N810 users are) in a couple months...