LG Optimus L3 vs. HTC Explorer - Torn between Two Entry-Level Android Phones
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kenneth
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HTC explorer specifications,
LG optimus L3 vs HTC Explorer,
Optimus L3 Specifications,
Optimus L3 vs. HTC Explorer
I'm on a canvassing mode right now, looking for an entry-level android phone as a gift for myself for the hard work. It can't afford the mid-range to high-end android phones out there, so i'll just settle for the entry level android phone, which will still give me the android experience for a low price. Upon my canvas, there are three android phones that caught my attention: Samsung Galaxy Y, LG Optimus L3 E400, and HTC Explorer. For now, Galaxy Y is out my radar due to poor hardware and features in contrast with the latter two. For the sake of my readers and for myself of course, I'll post a comparison between LG Optimus L3 and HTC Explorer
GENERAL
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GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 /
1900
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GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 /
1900
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HSDPA 900 / 2100
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HSDPA 900 / 2100
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2012, January
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2011, September
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Available. Released 2012,
February
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Available. Released
2011, October
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BODY
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102.6 x 61.6 x 11.9 mm
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102.8 x 57.2 x 12.9 mm
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110 g
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108 g
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Touch-sensitive controls
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DISPLAY
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TFT capacitive
touchscreen, 256K colors
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TFT capacitive
touchscreen, 256K colors
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240 x 320 pixels, 3.2
inches (~125 ppi pixel density)
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320 x 480 pixels, 3.2
inches (~180 ppi pixel density)
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Yes
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- HTC Sense UI 3.5
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SOUND
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Vibration, MP3
ringtones
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Vibration, MP3, WAV
ringtones
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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- SRS surround sound
enhancement
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MEMORY
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microSD, up to 32GB
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microSD, up to 32GB
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1 GB storage, 384 MB
RAM
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90 MB storage, 512 MB ROM, 512 MB RAM
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DATA
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Yes
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Up to 80 kbps
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Yes
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Up to 236.8 kbps
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HSDPA, 3.6 Mbps
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HSDPA 14.4 Mbps, HSUPA 5.76 Mbps
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Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n,
Wi-Fi hotspot, DLNA
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Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi hotspot
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Yes, v3.0 with A2DP
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Yes, v3.0 with A2DP, EDR
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No
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No
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Yes, microUSB v2.0
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Yes, microUSB v2.0
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CAMERA
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3.15 MP, 2048x1536
pixels
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3.15 MP, 2048x1536
pixels
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Geo-tagging
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Geo-tagging, face
detection
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Yes, VGA@24fps
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Yes, 480p
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No
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No
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FEATURES
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Android OS, v2.3.6
(Gingerbread)
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Android OS, v2.3
(Gingerbread)
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Qualcomm MSM7227A
Snapdragon
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800 MHz
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600 MHz Cortex A5
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Adreno 200
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Adreno 200
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Accelerometer,
proximity, compass
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Accelerometer,
proximity
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SMS (threaded view),
MMS, Email, Push Email, IM
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SMS(threaded view),
MMS, Email, Push Email, IM
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HTML5, Adobe Flash
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HTML, Adobe Flash
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Stereo FM radio
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Stereo FM radio with
RDS
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Yes, with A-GPS
support
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Yes, with A-GPS
support
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Yes, via Java MIDP
emulator
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Yes, via Java MIDP
emulator
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Black, White
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Active Black, Active
Navy, Metallic Black, Metallic Navy
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- SNS integration
- Google Search, Maps, Gmail - YouTube, Google Talk - MP4/H.264/H.263/WMV player - MP3/WAV/WMA/eAAC+ player - Document viewer - Organizer - Voice memo - Predictive text input |
- SNS integration
- Google Search, Maps, Gmail - YouTube, Google Talk, Picasa integration - MP3/eAAC+/WAV/WMA player - XviD/MP4/H.264/H.263/WMV player - Organizer - Voice memo - Predictive text input |
BATTERY
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Standard battery,
Li-Ion 1500 mAh
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Standard battery, Li-Ion 1230 mAh
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Up to 600 h (2G) / Up
to 600 h (3G)
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Up to 485 h (2G) / Up to 445 h (3G)
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Up to 12 h 30 min (2G)
/ Up to 10 h (3G)
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Up to 7 h 40 min (2G) / Up to 7 h 33 min
(3G)
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In the head-to-head comparison, LG Optimus L3 has the clear advantage on the processing speed and internal storage. HTC Explorer meanwhile is the runaway winner in terms of RAM and ROM. Another important criteria in choosing the best is the screen display quality. Both have low display quality, but HTC has the better display screen at 320X480 pixels (180ppi). This makes my decision making in vain once again. According to some forums, low internal storage is not a problem for HTC Explorer anymore since you can transfer installed apps to the SD Card. HTC is a bit expensive than LG Optimus L3.
So which one shall I choose guys? Please help me on this matter. Thanks.
Wednesday, July 18, 2012 | 2 Comments
27th Kadayawn Festival 2012: Ten Tribes, One Vibe Official Logo
Posted by
kenneth
Labels:
10 tribes,
10 vibe,
2012 kadayawan logo,
2012 kadayawan sa dabaw festival,
2012 kadayawan sa dabaw logo,
2012 kadayawan schedule,
2012 kadayawan theme,
davao city,
davao city life is here
August is one of the most anticipated months for us DavaoeƱos for we are celebrating Kadayawan Festival. This festival is dubbed by various spectators and tourists around the world as "The King of Festivals" for the simple reason of no other festivals in the country can level up the colorful and festive atmosphere, the fun and excitement, the love and the warm welcome of DavaoeƱos. Now in its 27th year, Kadayawan sa Davao 2012 brings a new festival theme: Ten Tribes, One Vibe. Indeed, this festival is all about the bountiful harvest and to unite the 10 tribes in Davao and this festival is the way to unite them.
With the new festival theme comes the new festival logo:
The Festival starts on August 17, 2012, so expect fun and exciting activities city-wide (especially in the downtown area), big sale on various shopping malls, mall shows by celebrities, bazaars and more. More updates on the calendar of activities will be posted soon.
Come and join us as we celebrate the 27th Kadayawan sa Davao Festival: 10 Tribes, 1 Vibe. Definitely, Life is Here in Davao.
Click here for the 27th Kadayawan sa Davao Calendar of Activities.
Click here for the 27th Kadayawan sa Davao Calendar of Activities.
Tuesday, July 17, 2012 | 0 Comments
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