Interesting idea! I see an upside and a downside:
Pro: the USB socket wouldn’t be worn out that much.
Contra: You need another device (probably more high-tech than a usb cable), which can break and produce waste.
Interesting idea! I see an upside and a downside:
Pro: the USB socket wouldn’t be worn out that much.
Contra: You need another device (probably more high-tech than a usb cable), which can break and produce waste.
Also contra: you spill 30 - 40% of your energy, when recharging wireless…
Sure, the efficiency of wireless charging is not as good as over the cable, that’s right.
But I still think that it is a good option to have as more and more charging stations get available (e.g. at cafés, in IKEA furniture…) and as far as I know the additional hardware in the phone that is needed has only very small impact on packaging and the price.
So it would be great to hear what the design team thinks of this idea
I want to add my vote for wireless charging for the FP2. I just watched this video on how you can integrate a wireless charger into a desk so that it isn’t seen. Very neat. (http://lifehacker.com/integrate-a-wireless-charger-into-your-nightstand-478949465)
some news on the new hw: see http://www.heise.de/newsticker/meldung/Das-zweite-Fairphone-Bessere-Hardware-teurer-ab-Ende-Sommer-vorbestellbar-2570757.html (in german)
I would like to see an optional bigger battery which would require a bigger back cover. It would be even better, if one could choose this while ordering so that one does not have to have both.
And of course it would be great if Fairphone would say good bye to Android and instead of this partner with Jolla for Sailfish.
At least they are looking into get other OS up and running - it was stated that this was the main reason why they went to Barcelona!
Coming to this late, and I’ll probably repeat what has already been said, but…
I’d be happy with a slightly larger screen, but I think the actual phone size should be unchanged. Perfect pocket size as it is.
On that subject, the ergonomic aspect needs work. I love the aluminium back, but the smooth, square edges make the FP unusually difficult to use one-handed. Maybe some kind of matt plastic edge is required?
I see no reason to try making the phone weigh less. As someone pointed out, this generally implies more use of plastics, and I prefer a bit of heft in my hand.
Increased screen resolution: not a deal-breaker for me, as I’m happy with the current performance (and price) so whatever. However, the primary concern must be battery efficiency.
(And yes to a wider range of screen brightness)
I’ve also had the problem of my FP turning off in my pocket. Maybe just need a longer button-press to call up the reboot menu.
Now, I may be alone this one…
In an age where hardware buttons are disappearing, I’d like to have more. You see, I still use an iPod (shuffle) every day and have never liked using a phone for music. Why? Well, if I walk into a shop and quickly need to pause a podcast at a specific point, or if I need to change track/podcast while walking around, I just do it by feel. On a touchscreen smartphone, I have to take out the phone, unlock the screen, navigate to the music app. Even one customizable button on the rim would make a huge difference for me.
Did you see this Poll: What is your preferred screen size?
There are some music players for Android where you unplug the headphones so the podcast stops, and when you plug it in again, the podcast/music resumes. That’s what I do, when I need to stop my music playing on the FP.
There are also headphones with a “remote control” where you can start/pause a song with a simple click on the button. I can even change the volume with mine. And to skip a song, I only have to go to my lock screen (push on/off button) to get a music player-widget that’s only there when I play music (available wit he the Shuttle player).
(I guess there will be headphones that also have a “next track” button?)
See this:
You’ll find experiences from FP users and often comments, if the buttons work with the FP or not.
I think a reasonable conclusion is that there ought to be more than one fairphone model, seeing all the different wishes.
Anyway, here is my contribution:
And maybe -I don’t know if it’s possible- a system to allow hardware upgrades. For example, in three years, a new mainboard is released, and one can just buy it and replace their Fairphone’s old mainboard with it (same shape etc.).
This discussion might interest you:
If the new Fairphone comes with Android, I would like it to come with preinstalled privacy-enhancing apps like Textsecure, Redphone and Tinfoil for Facebook.
I have another suggestion which is not directly related to Hardware + Software but to they way the message about the Fairphone is brought to the people. I suggest creating an ambassador programme for the Fairphone. This would work like this:
Well, we have the Fairphoners Address Book, which is not much effort and could basically do the same as the extended version, you suggest.
I would actually like the Fairphone to come preinstalled with as little Apps as possible because preinstalled - system - apps can’t easily be uninstalled/updated.
About your Ambassador Programm. I think it’s a great idea and I believe we can make it happen as a community effort organized through the forum.
I would like better location services as I use tracking and the compass a lot. The compass in particular is problematic as it drifts quite a bit. The other huge thing would be a more open chipset which would ensure maintainability and the possibility for other OSs.