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Got an Android tablet and want to talk about it? This is your place. If you're looking to buy one, please check the "Recommend me a Tablet" thread. Kindle Fire and Nook Tablet See the eReader thread for specs, a bit more than an eReader so fair game here. Budget tablets you're probably going to need to hack up to get access to the Android Market so definitely not a great out-of-the-box standard Android tablet. http://forums.somethingawful.com/showthread.php?threadid=3366619 For the rest of the non-iPad crowd Other tablet talk from the old non-iPad thread should go in one of these places: Playbook discussion should go in the Blackberry thread: http://forums.somethingawful.com/showthread.php?threadid=3157932 TouchPad (running WebOS) discussion should go in the WebOS thread: http://forums.somethingawful.com/showthread.php?threadid=3435033 TouchPads hacked up and running CM7 should go in the rooted Android thread: http://forums.somethingawful.com/showthread.php?threadid=3358561 Somebody fucked around with this message at 22:29 on May 7, 2012 |
# ? Jan 19, 2012 05:20 |
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# ? May 9, 2024 23:34 |
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Since the topic just started on the last thread, the Prime got an OTA update this evening. So far the changes confirmed are as follows: GPS Firmware Update Wallpaper fix (no more black bars on the far left and right in landscape mode) New menu button in the top right of applications.
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# ? Jan 19, 2012 05:27 |
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Galaxy Tab 10.1 has 3.2, fyi.
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# ? Jan 19, 2012 05:53 |
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So is the consensus that the next big flop will be the Asus 7 inch Tegra 3 1200 x 800 Memo Pad?
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# ? Jan 19, 2012 05:56 |
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I didn't see it mentioned in the other thread, but Google has started pushing ICS to all US Wifi Xooms, it's no longer in the test phase. The LTE one is expected after Verizon finishes testing. Google has also posted the ICS binaries for the Xoom (both versions) on their code page. http://code.google.com/android/nexus/drivers.html
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# ? Jan 19, 2012 06:03 |
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You might want to mention in the OP that there's a 7 inch thrive as well.
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# ? Jan 19, 2012 12:25 |
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chupacabraTERROR posted:Galaxy Tab 10.1 has 3.2, fyi. Someone should tell Samsung because their site still says 3.1. cultureulterior posted:You might want to mention in the OP that there's a 7 inch thrive as well. Got it, thanks.
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# ? Jan 19, 2012 14:11 |
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For anyone that missed it: OTA update for Prime GPS: http://www.androidpolice.com/2012/01/18/asus-transformer-prime-update-imminent-supposedly-fixes-gps-woes/ Also, OG Transformers are available in a 32 GB version as well.
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# ? Jan 19, 2012 16:50 |
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There was something in the last thread about WiFi in ICS and how it doesn't support ad hoc networks. I'm a moron so I need to have this spelled out. Does this mean I can't use my Galaxy S 2 as a WiFi hotspot for my Prime? (if the signal can penetrate the armor ofcourse)
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# ? Jan 19, 2012 17:02 |
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Trump posted:There was something in the last thread about WiFi in ICS and how it doesn't support ad hoc networks. I'm a moron so I need to have this spelled out. If you're using wifi tether for root try softAP mode instead of ad-hoc.
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# ? Jan 19, 2012 17:09 |
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Wired Magazine finally released for NOOK, but they inexplicably restricted access to only the NOOK Tablet and NOOK Color. You can't access it with the Android app. It's been available on Amazon for a while, but again, is only available on the Kindle Fire. They've had an iPad app for almost 2 years, but still no way to access from an Android device... Makes me a very sad panda.
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# ? Jan 19, 2012 17:10 |
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I just ordered the MoKo(TM) Premium Quality Slim-Fit Folio Cover Case for my Transformer Prime. It looks to be more like a smart-case kind of cover and smaller than the one I currently have. It also happens to be in stock which is a nice feature for these cases. I'll update /w a review once it arrives.
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# ? Jan 19, 2012 17:17 |
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Trump posted:There was something in the last thread about WiFi in ICS and how it doesn't support ad hoc networks. I'm a moron so I need to have this spelled out. ICS uses wifi direct which is like an enhanced ad-hoc. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wi-Fi_Direct Basically, ad-hoc with discovery. quote:Wi-Fi Direct essentially embeds a software access point ("Soft AP"), into any device that wishes to support Direct.[4] The soft AP provides a version of Wi-Fi Protected Setup with its push-button or PIN-based setup. So, you are going to see more and more stuff support wifi direct in the future. Keep in mind, I don't think that's the same as the wireless hotspot functionality included in devices. The hotspot functionality included in Android is an actual wifi AP and not using ad-hoc. For example, on my galaxy nexus, there's Wifi direct under the Wifi menu, but there's a whole separate spot for tethering and creating a wireless hotspot and I'm pretty sure that doesn't use wifi direct.
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# ? Jan 19, 2012 17:19 |
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Trump posted:There was something in the last thread about WiFi in ICS and how it doesn't support ad hoc networks. I'm a moron so I need to have this spelled out. It depends on HOW you're using your phone as a wifi hotspot. As 900ftjesus said, using a wifi tethering app you have to use SoftAP/Infrastructure mode rather than ad-hoc mode. If you're using the built-in Mobile Hotspot under the wifi settings on the phone, it will work with no problem. That's how I've been tethering since I got my prime.
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# ? Jan 19, 2012 17:38 |
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So I know you have to let the Prime charge for 8 hours, according to the instructions on first time use, but can you use it while it is charging? Or would it better to just let it sit there and charge?
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# ? Jan 19, 2012 18:35 |
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Might want to mention that the Xyboards are still called the Xoom 2 and Xoom 2 Media Edition (for the 10 and 8 inch versions, respectively) in Europe (or at least the UK) in the OP.
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# ? Jan 19, 2012 18:36 |
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SlayVus posted:So I know you have to let the Prime charge for 8 hours, according to the instructions on first time use, but can you use it while it is charging? Or would it better to just let it sit there and charge? In every case where a new device says this, it's ok to use it during that time. The manufacturer just wants to make sure you actually get it charged at least once.
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# ? Jan 19, 2012 18:37 |
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Looks like audio is working on the Kindle fire ICS build. I may give it a go this weekend to see how it runs.
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# ? Jan 19, 2012 19:01 |
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Checked for new firmware on my Prime and it found the gps update instantly, installing as I type
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# ? Jan 19, 2012 20:56 |
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Is the circuitry in this picture the touch sensors for the Prime? http://dl.dropbox.com/u/4784673/Pictures/Photos/Touch%20sensor.jpg Also... I got my PRIME! http://dl.dropbox.com/u/4784673/Pictures/Photos/Prime/Prime.jpg
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# ? Jan 19, 2012 21:34 |
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Yeah, I think that's the capacitive touch grid.
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# ? Jan 19, 2012 21:38 |
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FunOne posted:I just ordered the MoKo(TM) Premium Quality Slim-Fit Folio Cover Case for my Transformer Prime. It looks to be more like a smart-case kind of cover and smaller than the one I currently have. It also happens to be in stock which is a nice feature for these cases. I'll update /w a review once it arrives. Pro: -Nice quality hard leather cover -Magnets to hold cover shut -Very sturdy stand -Big clear cutouts for cameras AND speaker grill -Soft velvety interior -Easy to access all ports and buttons Cons: -Interior of case is dust magnet -No way to stand in portrait mode -Can't charge while case is closed -Leather cover seems to attract oily finger smudges
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# ? Jan 19, 2012 22:46 |
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So my Xoom got the ICS update last night and while it's all nice and ICS-y I noticed my web flash video is noticeably worse. I used to be able to play HQ videos from the GSL starcraft gomtv website and now the audio keeps up but the video lags behind and then cuts forward periodically. Similar to how my galaxy nexus plays these videos but I chalked that up to some difference between the processors (despite the TI SoC in the galaxy nexus being better for video than tegra 2 in general). Now I'm worried this is some problem with the ICS flash implementation.
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# ? Jan 19, 2012 23:12 |
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McLarenF1 posted:So is the consensus that the next big flop will be the Asus 7 inch Tegra 3 1200 x 800 Memo Pad? Anyone have a clue when this thing will release? I'd imaging several months just because it's pretty much exactly what I'm looking for.
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# ? Jan 19, 2012 23:14 |
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BushidoLLAMA posted:So my Xoom got the ICS update last night and while it's all nice and ICS-y I noticed my web flash video is noticeably worse. I used to be able to play HQ videos from the GSL starcraft gomtv website and now the audio keeps up but the video lags behind and then cuts forward periodically. There IS an issue with ICS flash implementation. ASUS supposedly added some fixes for it to one of their updates (maybe even the one last night?) and they recommended also uninstalling flash and reinstalling it after that update. Hell if I can find where I found that at though. I've been trying to find an accurate listing of update change logs Edit: Found it! http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1449992 quote:1/19/12 Update - The ICS 9.4.2.11 update being rolled out now addresses the horizontal line and random signal line issues after the initial ICS load. It also addresses poor video playback (especially YouTube), however if you still have the YouTube corruption problem after this update, please uninstall then reinstall Flash from the app market. This patch also addresses the random reboot problem after the ICS update but we still have another patch that is in qualification testing at NVIDIA to fully solve these problems. Frozen Peach fucked around with this message at 23:36 on Jan 19, 2012 |
# ? Jan 19, 2012 23:17 |
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So I have successfully tethered my Droid X to my TFP and can use the 3G connection from the phone on my TFP. However, when I connect to my Wifi at home with the phone, the TFP no longer gets internet access. My phone however is stilled connected by both bluetooth and can access the web. Any suggestions?
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# ? Jan 20, 2012 00:14 |
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bull3964 posted:I didn't see it mentioned in the other thread, but Google has started pushing ICS to all US Wifi Xooms, it's no longer in the test phase. The LTE one is expected after Verizon finishes testing. I just installed it and I'm in love. There's no longer a huge delay in entering text in the default browser and the new font is much easier to read. Scrolling seems a little smoother too. It's not perfect, but it's steadily getting better.
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# ? Jan 20, 2012 02:59 |
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SamBishop posted:I just installed it and I'm in love. There's no longer a huge delay in entering text in the default browser and the new font is much easier to read. Scrolling seems a little smoother too. It's not perfect, but it's steadily getting better. Glad they fixed the typing speed issue. I've noticed it's totally fine on my Galaxy Nexus but I didn't want to get my hopes up and see it still sucking on my tablet. I can't believe that one made it out of Google's QA department.
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# ? Jan 20, 2012 05:43 |
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Ferg posted:Glad they fixed the typing speed issue. I've noticed it's totally fine on my Galaxy Nexus but I didn't want to get my hopes up and see it still sucking on my tablet. I can't believe that one made it out of Google's QA department. You're assuming they QA'd Honeycomb. I think as long as it built and didn't brick devices they were happy. That's said, I'm expecting ICS on my Xoom to behave exactly like ICS on my Galaxy Nexus performance wise (which has been great), there's no real reason why it shouldn't even though the SoC is slighty slower. I can't even say "oh my phone has a lower resolution so I have to lower my expectations for the tablet" since they are only 80 pixels different. bull3964 fucked around with this message at 05:57 on Jan 20, 2012 |
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SlayVus posted:So I have successfully tethered my Droid X to my TFP and can use the 3G connection from the phone on my TFP. However, when I connect to my Wifi at home with the phone, the TFP no longer gets internet access. My phone however is stilled connected by both bluetooth and can access the web. Yee, connect your tfp (three foot penis? Turd fetish photographer?) to wifi.
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# ? Jan 20, 2012 07:02 |
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Xoom goons, you have to let us know if you have the same ICS Prime bug, where the thread loads but blank screen shows up unless you scroll or change orientation. e: Sorry wrong thread, but still relevant. This is in regards to the Awful forums reader app available now in the Android Market. McLarenF1 fucked around with this message at 08:36 on Jan 20, 2012 |
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Cakefool posted:Yee, connect your tfp (three foot penis? Turd fetish photographer?) to wifi. The WiFi speed in my room ranges from 20kbps to 400 kbps. I haven't tried next to the router yet. However if i could get my laptop to share it's connection with my tfp over bluetooth i could get a constant 55-60mbps connection. SlayVus fucked around with this message at 07:20 on Jan 20, 2012 |
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McLarenF1 posted:Xoom goons, you have to let us know if you have the same ICS Prime bug, where the thread loads but blank screen shows up unless you scroll or change orientation. I have this on my Prime. I haven't had a chance to report it to the Awful app thread. It only happens every once in a while.
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# ? Jan 20, 2012 07:32 |
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To all of your galaxy tab 10.1 users out there. I wanted to encourage you to consider rooting and installing a custom rom. It was shocking to me the performance boost received when you make the jump. You can overclock your CPU from 1 Ghz to 1.4 Ghz and with all of the other optimizations available, I've taken no noticable battery hit. Like all things android I would using XDA. A good place to start http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1171089.
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# ? Jan 20, 2012 15:42 |
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I sent my Xoom off to Verizon to get the 4g upgrade today (put that off far too long). Any chance they will put ICS on it for me? Also, what's the average turnaround on the upgrade?
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# ? Jan 20, 2012 16:57 |
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SlayVus posted:The WiFi speed in my room ranges from 20kbps to 400 kbps. I haven't tried next to the router yet. bluetooth 2.1 is only capable of a transfer rate of around 3mbps.
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# ? Jan 20, 2012 17:06 |
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El Duke posted:bluetooth 2.1 is only capable of a transfer rate of around 3mbps. A constant 3mbps would be better than a fluctuating 20KBps-400KBps. As 3mbps is roughly 380KBps.
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# ? Jan 20, 2012 17:13 |
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Or you could either resite the router itself, or buy a wifi extender unit. Instead of relying on slow bluetooth.
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# ? Jan 20, 2012 18:45 |
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Primes are available on Amazon, should be getting mine tomorrow.
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# ? Jan 20, 2012 19:10 |
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What have other Prime users done to secure their microsd card from falling out?
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# ? Jan 20, 2012 19:47 |