Huawei Ascend (Metro PCS)

[0419hunter]

Hello forum,

Android dummy here, I have a few questions about rooting vs. A2.2. I want do more with my phone so I have been reading about rooting the phone, but frankly that scares the crap out of me since I would not really kno
w what I was doing. The system on the phone is A2.1, but I think I read where A2.2 will be available soon for the Ascend. Can anyone give me details:

If I should root my phone or just wait for 2.2?

Does any one know any thing about text to speech?

Does any one know why youtube freezes up and how to stop that?

The cam is crap and I just have to deal with that, but is there an app out there that will help in modify the pics?

Does any know about how to boost the sound when you have the headsets in working out?

Is there any way to boost battery life? I keep the GPS, Wifi off. And make sure to turn off all apps not being used.

I have a lot more question, but I'll start and end there.

Thanks,
DC

[Cedaye]

Also want to know what protector would be best for ascend? I noticed one on amazon, http://www.amazon.com/Huawei-Ascend-...7826597&sr=8-3

So, any local source?