Now that we've had a chance to really get a hands-on with the new BlackBerry 10 OS, I want to hear what sort of features you want to see come back from the old BlackBerry OS to the new BB10. Features you just CANNOT live without and wished you could have them on your BB10 device out of box.
My list (in no particular order):
1. Calendar Alarms - I use my Calendar for EVERYTHING so this is key for me. Setting up appointments is one thing and having a reminder on it is another, but a separate alarm is what I relay on daily. I have probably 3-4 separate alarms on a daily basis: wake up, leave for work, go to the gym, take medication, etc. So this is probably my #1 thing I want to see come back.
2. "Files" Management - In the old BB OS I was able to edit a file more so than you can with BB10. I liked being able to hide files, hide folders and hide apps, for instance. Hiding apps I don't use very often but I may want to use one day, for instance Smart Tags or Print ToGo, helped me keep the clutter out of my phone. I use to make folders for apps that I never used like my e-mail accounts, text messages app or apps I wont use. Hiding files I don't want people to start sifting through important work documents but are still important for me to access on the go was important to me and once I got home, I could transfer it safely to my computer and unhide the file(s).
3. Hidden Files - Kind of hand & hand with the top comment. I tested out if I can hide a document on my Micro SD Card and unfortunately the phone locates it as if it were visible. For security reasons, I want to be able to hide and unhide files at my will or else I'll have to start finding a way to transport my files elsewhere. But being able to compose, download and store these sensitive files on my phone really was convenient
4. More Settings - Being able to view Device Settings and Advanced System Settings in particular. I understand some of the settings from Device is now separated elsewhere but some of the settings I just can't find. Also, Advanced System Settings - Being able to go into View/ Delete Service Book's, Browser Push settings, Default Services and the like. I want to be able to feel like I can have some advanced settings as a whole oppose to being locked out and using the basic settings like other phones. I may not be an expert at these things but I still tweeked it to how I use my phone.
I just got the phone so I haven't explored everything just yet. I might even find that what I have added is actually on the phone, I just haven't located it yet. I'll add more as I find it and delete some if they get found.
Disclaimer: Please don't take this as me bashing Blackberry 10 OS or Blackberry at all. I understand it's a new OS and things were either neglected because they weren't as important as major features or just left on the cutting room floor to make room for new things. These are just things I would really like to see come back because I used them on a regular basis, and I would like for you all to share your same thoughts on the matter.
My list (in no particular order):
1. Calendar Alarms - I use my Calendar for EVERYTHING so this is key for me. Setting up appointments is one thing and having a reminder on it is another, but a separate alarm is what I relay on daily. I have probably 3-4 separate alarms on a daily basis: wake up, leave for work, go to the gym, take medication, etc. So this is probably my #1 thing I want to see come back.
2. "Files" Management - In the old BB OS I was able to edit a file more so than you can with BB10. I liked being able to hide files, hide folders and hide apps, for instance. Hiding apps I don't use very often but I may want to use one day, for instance Smart Tags or Print ToGo, helped me keep the clutter out of my phone. I use to make folders for apps that I never used like my e-mail accounts, text messages app or apps I wont use. Hiding files I don't want people to start sifting through important work documents but are still important for me to access on the go was important to me and once I got home, I could transfer it safely to my computer and unhide the file(s).
3. Hidden Files - Kind of hand & hand with the top comment. I tested out if I can hide a document on my Micro SD Card and unfortunately the phone locates it as if it were visible. For security reasons, I want to be able to hide and unhide files at my will or else I'll have to start finding a way to transport my files elsewhere. But being able to compose, download and store these sensitive files on my phone really was convenient
4. More Settings - Being able to view Device Settings and Advanced System Settings in particular. I understand some of the settings from Device is now separated elsewhere but some of the settings I just can't find. Also, Advanced System Settings - Being able to go into View/ Delete Service Book's, Browser Push settings, Default Services and the like. I want to be able to feel like I can have some advanced settings as a whole oppose to being locked out and using the basic settings like other phones. I may not be an expert at these things but I still tweeked it to how I use my phone.
I just got the phone so I haven't explored everything just yet. I might even find that what I have added is actually on the phone, I just haven't located it yet. I'll add more as I find it and delete some if they get found.
Disclaimer: Please don't take this as me bashing Blackberry 10 OS or Blackberry at all. I understand it's a new OS and things were either neglected because they weren't as important as major features or just left on the cutting room floor to make room for new things. These are just things I would really like to see come back because I used them on a regular basis, and I would like for you all to share your same thoughts on the matter.