Yo,
Thanks to everyone for this plethora of information! I never would attempt anything without it.
I flashed my phone Friday night using the Sprint update tool.
Anyone who hasn't done it should not fear as it is not difficult. I have never messed with a cell phone and had no problems. You are using Sprint's software, but changing the .tar - very easy.
Anyway, I noticed a major drain from the battery last night. I have battery indicator and it shows the temp. Usually it ran around 86*, but last night it was at 109*.
This morning however, it is running normally and the temp is back to 86*.
I think maybe the flash and re-installing all my apps had the processor running full throttle? I used Astro without issue BTW. I am using Pandahome for 5 screens. All of my music works with the Android player.
The only complaint so far is I cannot get youtube to work. Anyone have a fix? I will try to reboot several times. I would also like to get the ESPN app on Panda???
I am happy about the camera, direct dial, lock screen, extra apps, new music player, etc. I'm sure I'm missing/haven't found other stuff.
I will wait to root for now.
Thanks again