club968
100+ Head-Fier
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I got to the Axon late last night so didn't get to compare it much to the HTC yet. The front facing speakers are probably the best I've ever heard though when the dolby atmos option is on. Adds some sort of depth and low end. Its kinda flat without it. The ability to power my headphones is also very impressive. Where the 10 did a fine job reaching the levels I was comfortable with, the Axon will go above and beyond. I have to actually keep the volume much lower so I don't damage my hearing. The 10 was pretty much maxed out to get it up to where I liked it. I haven't done much critical listening but I would say that the sound is definitely more neutral. I understand that the Axon downsamples hires music files, but listening just for a few minutes, I don't think I could really tell. I'm gonna listen more today when I get a chance. I was a little worried about build quality considering this is a much cheaper phone and all that but I am truly impressed with how it feels and looks (even if it is only available in gold for the 128gb). The UI is pretty snappy, but definitely has some bugs that I hope get worked out. From a strict audio standpoint my first impression is that it is probably right up there with the HTC 10 and LG v20. The front facing speakers would put it over the top if I put much emphasis on that aspect (but I don't so....). Let me listen a little more and get back to you guys.
p.s. The battery life is the best I've had on a phone. Lasts as long as the Sony Xperia Z3 I used to have a couple years ago. The rapid charging is also amazing. Full charge in 100 minutes.
p.s. The battery life is the best I've had on a phone. Lasts as long as the Sony Xperia Z3 I used to have a couple years ago. The rapid charging is also amazing. Full charge in 100 minutes.