I just got my SD 2 and turned to you, Shane, because you were one of the first people I found that had a balanced review of the SD 1. All the other reviewers just hated on it but I was really interested in the device and looked for other reviewers and found you. Thanks for being a reviewer I can always count on and leading me to a device I love!
Being a true Pixel user for years I just got a Duo 2 because running a company and need to access multiple apps and websites 24/7 ...the Duo 2 is THE tool (all in one:laptop/phone...) I needed. Thanks for posts, great videos Shane
I got the same tools ( duo 2 and pixel 6), and using the duo for work too. Actually, this guy (scaryifliteral),got me decided on buying my duo 2. Thanks Shane!
Splendid work Shane. You are a service to the community. I am most grateful. And, a request, if it suits: I'd like to see features added to Duo 2, that are not on Duo 1. Features and capabilities via software, not hardware (we already understand Duo 2 is faster, smoother, has camera, NFC stuff like that related to hardware improvements on Duo 1 vs Duo 2) My goal is two-fold (no pun!) 1) when I update my Duo 1 to Android 11 "by the end of the year" what will I gain in functionality? 2) Curiosity! Some people said Android 11, was "built for dual screens." Did it happen? (Looks like not so much). [In my view, we await Android 12L which is truly built for dual screens, or so I read in the announcements and documentation. (But let's not get ahead of my principal question above).]
that photo thing while closed is awesome. sometimes i need to take a photo quick but with the duo one it takes forever. i have that exact same wallpaper as well since i love it on my desktop. also thanks to you i changed some of my animation stuff and it just seems so much smoother. i made some of em 1.5
@@scaryifliteral lol I know right man you deserve more subscribers I think unfortunately I like the way your technical and face to face but stupid kids these days need picture popping up and audio effects lol OMG what happened to the children they need memes lol type layouts and funny stuff happening Anyway bro great job Shane with the content just some advice to help your channel grow edit with a more memier approach looking mise en scene motife k bra Have 1 good day-Dylan
Well, well, well, this is interesting, Bing AI brought me here after asking how to use at max my Surface Dúo 2, so, this will be a fine addition to my collection, keep going, you're doing a REALLY great job if Bing AI recommends you
Always useful these 'how to'...thanks Shane...what's the Duo 2 like connected directly to a TV or monitor, is it even possible?, is there a DeX alternative app to give the Duo 2 another piece of a productivity puzzle?.... maybe this could be another 'Tips n Tricks' video.
I agree that this device seems to get even better the more you use it. The dual app feature could be the best thing I have used on a phone or tablet. Far superior to dragging apps into split screen mode with tablets or trying to switch between multiple apps to refer back to information on another screen on standard phones.
Hi Shane, great video, my Duo 2 is on it's way so I'm excited - but I haven't heard you mention the sound quality at all. I know it was lacking on the original Duo, but is the Duo 2 better or do you recommend using an app for the sound the way you did with one. Keep this stuff coming, thank you.
Of everyone reviewing and talking about the device? Your content is the best. You get the device and also comment its downfalls. In an equal way. I'm still tempted on the duo 2. I need to cover it with a decal though cuz the black is a nightmare 🤣
Thanks! I really like the black color, but it is a real fingerprint magnet. Good news is you get black rails on the outside so a lot of skins look really good now.
Thank you Shane, the video I was hoping for. May I ask, can you customize the glance bar, e.g., different colors per contact for an incoming phone call or SMS?
The duo 2 is so far my all time favorite phone(phablet?). Long time pixel/nexus user, I will have a hard time going back. Great video with tips and tricks.
Speakerphone quality is pretty solid, I only ever talk on the phone via speaker or bluetooth and I haven't had any issues. The messages app it comes with is Google Messenger which is always top notch. Contacts is also the Google app, no complaints there either. I haven't really talked much about the last two, this video might be interesting though. Same app as on Duo 2 - ua-cam.com/video/3OM_LE8pX4k/v-deo.html
I have had to deal with a number of challenges moving to Duo2. Some of which are unique to my setup. One thing I experienced on the Duo 1 and now on the 2 has to do the the screens. Duo 1 was very sensitive. Slightly better on the 2. I can have both screens opened flat. The screen viewing video, not sure if that is the variable, it turns black. Slightly closing and opening can turn the screen back on. Have you or anyone experience a screen, in my case the left, turning off? Once it starts it will continue to turn off. This can be a hardware issue or maybe a software update. If I am the only one then likely hardware.
I noticed a full calendar view in the glance screen. My calendar is like a task. You add an alternative calendar, or will outlook calendar allow that style in glance.... Bc I couldn't see option to change.
Been lightly following since I first dived into duo, I had paid too much for an lg fix thinq before realizing duo existed. So I did buy one. It died :( screen glitch to 0 in two days, used duo. I now have the duo 2, believe it or not, I alone found vulnerability to bypass frp as internet had nothing for duo 2. Very satisfied indeed. Anyway on to my point, I have seen dozens of your vids since, and actually my third video today, big thanks for gboard tweak as I actually liked pen functionality on surface rt. I am now using that some and have a keyboard switched app installed since Microsoft removed quick method of switching between gboard and swifty ... Unless I am missing another video from you lol. Anyway great stuff. Thanks man. Keep doing what you love
Love your content my guy, I still can't get my audio through my galaxy buds to work nicely. It won't let me turn on HD audio or enable Ldac in dev options.
@@scaryifliteral ahhh Well... It doesn't evenet me change anything. It may be a software upgrade on the buds side... But I have no idea how to do that since I traded in my 20ultra haha. Just be to be clear, you aren't getting any audio issues via bluetooth?
Silly question, anyone has tried to open two different UA-cam videos, one per screen?, just curious. Thanks Shane. Why, will like to watch a video, song while looking for other content independently of whatever I'm watching on the other screen.
Many Android apps will pause the prior playing app when you start them. Very few apps will allow themselves to play over top of another. UA-cam and the UA-cam website do not function this way, UA-cam and UA-cam music also do not function this way.
@@scaryifliteral No, on the original Duo you could adjust the size settings to get tablet apps on the phone. Now even after adjusting the setting it doesn't have the same affect.
I just found a way to do it with developer options. You're looking for Bluetooth audio codec, change it to a AAC. I'll make a video here shortly. EDIT: Settings changed there don't seem to stick..
I just got my SD 2 and turned to you, Shane, because you were one of the first people I found that had a balanced review of the SD 1. All the other reviewers just hated on it but I was really interested in the device and looked for other reviewers and found you. Thanks for being a reviewer I can always count on and leading me to a device I love!
Very kind, thank you!
Great content! Loving my Duo 2 more and more.
Being a true Pixel user for years I just got a Duo 2 because running a company and need to access multiple apps and websites 24/7 ...the Duo 2 is THE tool (all in one:laptop/phone...) I needed. Thanks for posts, great videos Shane
I’m in a similar situation except I have the original Duo. What apps do you run most often for your business?
I got the same tools ( duo 2 and pixel 6), and using the duo for work too. Actually, this guy (scaryifliteral),got me decided on buying my duo 2. Thanks Shane!
It isn't a tool
Splendid work Shane. You are a service to the community. I am most grateful.
And, a request, if it suits:
I'd like to see features added to Duo 2, that are not on Duo 1. Features and capabilities via software, not hardware (we already understand Duo 2 is faster, smoother, has camera, NFC stuff like that related to hardware improvements on Duo 1 vs Duo 2)
My goal is two-fold (no pun!)
1) when I update my Duo 1 to Android 11 "by the end of the year" what will I gain in functionality?
2) Curiosity! Some people said Android 11, was "built for dual screens." Did it happen? (Looks like not so much).
[In my view, we await Android 12L which is truly built for dual screens, or so I read in the announcements and documentation. (But let's not get ahead of my principal question above).]
Thanks! All I want from Android 11 on the original Duo is to get it to the point that this one is in terms of bugs. Will it get there? I have no idea.
I just got my Surface Duo 2 used for an unbelievably good price, have been dreaming of that phone for so long, it´s a miracle ❤
Been a while since I posted here but thank you Shane. Always love the Duo post. Loving my Duo 2.
This guy’s so good he needs to be snatched up by one of these podcast networks.
Nice info on the video, Shane ... and nice shirt.
Great Video... Thanks for the tip on dragging widgets into the Glance feed. SD1, SD2, and never realized that. Thanks Shane.
that photo thing while closed is awesome. sometimes i need to take a photo quick but with the duo one it takes forever. i have that exact same wallpaper as well since i love it on my desktop. also thanks to you i changed some of my animation stuff and it just seems so much smoother. i made some of em 1.5
I love your Videos Brotha I learn more & more about the Duo everytime I Click an vid
Excellent presentation, useful tips. Thanks.
Long live Shane and the information residing in his brain 🧠!
The worst part is realizing there was more stuff after the video is done.. Part 2..? 😂
@@scaryifliteral lol I know right man you deserve more subscribers I think unfortunately I like the way your technical and face to face but stupid kids these days need picture popping up and audio effects lol OMG what happened to the children they need memes lol type layouts and funny stuff happening
Anyway bro great job Shane with the content just some advice to help your channel grow edit with a more memier approach looking mise en scene motife k bra
Have 1 good day-Dylan
Well, well, well, this is interesting, Bing AI brought me here after asking how to use at max my Surface Dúo 2, so, this will be a fine addition to my collection, keep going, you're doing a REALLY great job if Bing AI recommends you
Always useful these 'how to'...thanks Shane...what's the Duo 2 like connected directly to a TV or monitor, is it even possible?, is there a DeX alternative app to give the Duo 2 another piece of a productivity puzzle?.... maybe this could be another 'Tips n Tricks' video.
You basically get exactly what my capture on screen looks like.
Love my Surface Duo 2 in Glacier /Pen Case and Surface Slim Pen 1.
I agree that this device seems to get even better the more you use it. The dual app feature could be the best thing I have used on a phone or tablet. Far superior to dragging apps into split screen mode with tablets or trying to switch between multiple apps to refer back to information on another screen on standard phones.
cool video..they actually updated alot of these things as of now
Addicted to this phone, future will always be for foldable
Hi Shane, great video, my Duo 2 is on it's way so I'm excited - but I haven't heard you mention the sound quality at all. I know it was lacking on the original Duo, but is the Duo 2 better or do you recommend using an app for the sound the way you did with one. Keep this stuff coming, thank you.
ua-cam.com/video/TSQUjLIqwfA/v-deo.html speakers are much better!
Of everyone reviewing and talking about the device? Your content is the best. You get the device and also comment its downfalls. In an equal way. I'm still tempted on the duo 2. I need to cover it with a decal though cuz the black is a nightmare 🤣
Thanks! I really like the black color, but it is a real fingerprint magnet. Good news is you get black rails on the outside so a lot of skins look really good now.
So true. The black color looks so nice and I'm sure holds up better to dirty and stains.
Thank you Shane, the video I was hoping for. May I ask, can you customize the glance bar, e.g., different colors per contact for an incoming phone call or SMS?
No, all you can do is turn things off and on.
thx for the tips! very useful
Lots of good information. Got a bit lost on the Twitter/Camera ‘combo’ section, maybe that only applied to the SD1 model :)
All Duo 2 here 😂
Good info Shane!
Thanks Shane.. you make me want a Duo 2 now 😂 but still rocking gen 1. I may upgrade when I get my tax return but still unsure. Great tips ! 👍😎
Duo 2 is awesome. Still thin and light but feels much sturdier than Duo 1.
@@jaytalkingtech8429 Still rocking my Duo 1, with todays update and the last (to android 11) it's running pretty great at the moment!
The duo 2 is so far my all time favorite phone(phablet?). Long time pixel/nexus user, I will have a hard time going back. Great video with tips and tricks.
Nice tips.
Great video! Can you give us a walk through of the phone, your opinion of speaker phone quality? Messenger and contacts
Speakerphone quality is pretty solid, I only ever talk on the phone via speaker or bluetooth and I haven't had any issues. The messages app it comes with is Google Messenger which is always top notch. Contacts is also the Google app, no complaints there either.
I haven't really talked much about the last two, this video might be interesting though. Same app as on Duo 2 - ua-cam.com/video/3OM_LE8pX4k/v-deo.html
Awesome, as usual :)
i like duo 1 more than duo 2 the camera on back erks me how you cant close it all the way when holding it or laying it down
Does the Google pay by tap works just in the Surface Duo 2?
Great and helpful content as always. Thank you sir!
Disliked and reported
Great video. Lonely downvoter is some hater that hates the Duo just because Microsoft released it haha
Thanks cor your videos, but what about maps applications like Google maps...
What about them?
I have had to deal with a number of challenges moving to Duo2. Some of which are unique to my setup.
One thing I experienced on the Duo 1 and now on the 2 has to do the the screens. Duo 1 was very sensitive. Slightly better on the 2. I can have both screens opened flat. The screen viewing video, not sure if that is the variable, it turns black. Slightly closing and opening can turn the screen back on.
Have you or anyone experience a screen, in my case the left, turning off? Once it starts it will continue to turn off. This can be a hardware issue or maybe a software update. If I am the only one then likely hardware.
My original Duo did this all the time to the point that I stopped using it. The sequel has never done it.
Hi Shane, great video 😎 I have a question can i upload adobe creative suite so I can do my graphic design on the go with the surface duo 2?
Adobe has several Android apps available, I would suggest going to the Google Play store and taking a look at them.
How do I fix the double typing issue in Google Chrome using an external keyboard on my surface duo??? It is just so annoying 😅
Lord of the INBOX...congrats :P
Is it possible to open multiple windows of files app on surface duo 2? If yes then is it possible to drag and drop files between the windows?
Shane, where did you get your Duo 2 skin?
Dbrand
I noticed a full calendar view in the glance screen. My calendar is like a task. You add an alternative calendar, or will outlook calendar allow that style in glance.... Bc I couldn't see option to change.
Nm you hinted about Google, so I downloaded Google cal widget. Better...
Been lightly following since I first dived into duo, I had paid too much for an lg fix thinq before realizing duo existed. So I did buy one. It died :( screen glitch to 0 in two days, used duo. I now have the duo 2, believe it or not, I alone found vulnerability to bypass frp as internet had nothing for duo 2. Very satisfied indeed. Anyway on to my point, I have seen dozens of your vids since, and actually my third video today, big thanks for gboard tweak as I actually liked pen functionality on surface rt. I am now using that some and have a keyboard switched app installed since Microsoft removed quick method of switching between gboard and swifty ... Unless I am missing another video from you lol. Anyway great stuff. Thanks man. Keep doing what you love
I was wondering if you know why the Surface Duo 2 is $50 more on the business site?
Not sure 🤔
Beauty
It looks like you have a skin on your Surface Duo 2. Where do you get it?
Dbrand made the skin. Very premium. Sopiguard is a bit thinner/cheaper.
What is the difference between a 3x3 grid and the Golden Ratio grid in the camera settings? I can't see the difference and I've always just used 3x3.
The two inner lines are closer together, very similar
Hi Shane, do you have any recommendations for screen protector for this phone? Thanks
Not yet, everyone I've looked into has issues.
@@scaryifliteral thank you, kindly post an update once you get a solid one to recommend.
Love your content my guy, I still can't get my audio through my galaxy buds to work nicely.
It won't let me turn on HD audio or enable Ldac in dev options.
I haven't tested my wifes buds on my Duo yet. Maybe I need to look into it. To be clear, it was disabling LDAC that fixed my Soundcores.
@@scaryifliteral ahhh
Well... It doesn't evenet me change anything.
It may be a software upgrade on the buds side... But I have no idea how to do that since I traded in my 20ultra haha.
Just be to be clear, you aren't getting any audio issues via bluetooth?
Nope
bro this skin where u buy ?
Dbrand
@@scaryifliteral
Thanks 🌹
Shane, how do you do speak to text?
Mic button on Gboard or SwiftKey
Shane...how do you open up your keyboard ? I only know how to open it when I'm in an app where I need to type
I'm not sure where I did any different?
where you got the duo skin from?
Dbrand
How to make a voice call?
Like: "hey Google call home"
Silly question, anyone has tried to open two different UA-cam videos, one per screen?, just curious. Thanks Shane.
Why, will like to watch a video, song while looking for other content independently of whatever I'm watching on the other screen.
Many Android apps will pause the prior playing app when you start them. Very few apps will allow themselves to play over top of another. UA-cam and the UA-cam website do not function this way, UA-cam and UA-cam music also do not function this way.
Hi there is there a way to edit the grid size on this phone?
Not with the stock launcher
@@scaryifliteral so which one can I use?
My phone doesn't turn on
What is the date / time widget?
Overdrop
I can't get UA-cam to launch in tablet mode.
Tablet mode? Are you talkin about spanning it?
@@scaryifliteral
No, on the original Duo you could adjust the size settings to get tablet apps on the phone. Now even after adjusting the setting it doesn't have the same affect.
Show how to turn off LDAC
I just found a way to do it with developer options. You're looking for Bluetooth audio codec, change it to a AAC. I'll make a video here shortly.
EDIT: Settings changed there don't seem to stick..
Duo 3 I'm in... If the reviews are good... 😏