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Guys i am hoping the wonderful devs/mods/members of xda can help me.
i have created a group on facebook to try and get the site to listen to our pleas.
The android OS is now number 2 in market share behind Symbian and yet we have possibly the most appalling app ever.
you cant use the new Places feature, you cant chat, you cant even tag photos! (something you have been able to do since facebook started)
this to me just doesnt seem right. we deserve a decent app. i know that a lot of the devs on here could make a better app but why should they? the Fruit based phone that shall not be named has had a good app from the beggining and has the new Places added to it straight away.
so i am asking that anyone from the site who loves facebook and android and wants to see them paired correctly please come and join us at:
http://bit.ly/andface
Update: as of the 3rd of november the facebook app has been updated to include the places and groups. great. but it has still not focused on the basics.
Update: as of the 14th december they have added chat!! WHOO HOO!!! and push notification for chat. this is fantastic. a real step in the right direction. however i would like to see the choice of push for other things like comments and tags. Oh and still NO PHOTO TAGGING!!!
Photo tagging has been a part of facebook almost from the beggining. It is the feature that everyone uses and its exclusion from the android app is the most appalling oversight. if you take a picture of your friends when you are out and then upload it to facebook you want to be able to tag them in it. whats the point otherwise?
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thank you very much. i honestly think if we can get the xda community involved we can really make a change.
joined your group and voted for front page...
everyone also check out facebook.com/pages/Equal-Applications/161595070521879
has the same aim
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joined your group and voted for front page...
everyone also check out facebook.com/pages/Equal-Applications/161595070521879
has the same aim
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i too have joined this page. thanks for your help.
stericson (the man involved in the latitude stress test and many apps as RT this on twitter for me as well.
joined and voted as well on both areas.
Personally I stopped using any of the facebook apps since they seem so poor in function. Been using Bloo 1.5 since its release. Hopefully facebook and the great team of devs here can come up with something more positive in functionality.
Joined also ...good luck ...I hope it does get better
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IMHO ... this entire app should be rethought ...
It appeared they were going for the same interface the "official twitter" app uses ... but it's a #fail implementation.
I vote for complete redesign ... that's just me though.
Joined, I would like it if I click on a notification it opens in the app not the damn web page.
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Joined, I would like it if I click on a notification it opens in the app not the damn web page.
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I think this is the biggest complaint. It should be a self contained app. The next big problem is chat our lack there of, and picture tagging our lack there of.
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does joining mean you vote? lol, i joined!
joined. good luck
Joined.......lets get it done..
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factualpuddle said:
does joining mean you vote? lol, i joined!
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Lol if you look on the top left of the xda forum for this thread it says vote to front page. This is the vote I am going for.
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well would like to have more people joining on here. 3k views but not as many people on the group :'(
am gonna give this a bump. trying to get to 1000 people so I can contact facebook.
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Two more form here!
Greets from the Oktoberfest in Munich
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thanks for joining
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joined .... hope for great FB apps for android
irc; irc.droid-life.com
channel: #epic
webchat: webchat.darkwingduck.org
This is a new Epic IRC channel on an android specific irc server. Join in and check it out.
Bump, lets get some more people onto this please.
Why do we need another irc chat? I know the other says its for cyanogenmod on epic, but its anything but.
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Why do we need another irc chat? I know the other says its for cyanogenmod on epic, but its anything but.
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I like the freenode IRC just fine. Why fragment the user base?
It is moving to an android central server at irc.droid-life.com. The server and channels in it cater to anyone with android phones.
More people need to get moving over there, oh and BAMP
Well what is everyone's thought on Google+? I haven't made a thread in I don't know how long, and thought this could be worth some discussion since it appears to be trending. I didn't know what it was since I saw it pop up here of the the last two days or so, so I looked it up just now, and appears [to me] to be Google's take on Facebook, ect.
I personally don't have a Facebook, Twitter, Myspace, ect, and I'm 21 [shocking, I know], so I personally don't know if I'd use it, but if I get an invite, I may use it. Personally, I do like how in the circles, it acts like a group chat so that everyone receives the same messages, links, ect, and saves a lot of hassles texting/IM'ming multiple people on the same subject.
So all of you Facebook users know [or should know] Google had that issue with Facebook on the security issues, and each was blocking the other..blah blah blah, so the question here is, do you think Facebook could/would down the line try to cite an infringement on Google to get back at them for X integration into Google+? Again, just for discussion's sake.
I wouldnt know, I've been trying to get an invite for 3 days now LOL.
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dirkyd3rk said:
I wouldnt know, I've been trying to get an invite for 3 days now LOL.
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pretty sure it's open now i think
but i think once google + takes off facebook should be scared
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pretty sure it's open now i think
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Thanks man ill check now!,
Edit: nah you still need an invite
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I dont get home from work tikl tomorrow but I can send you guys invites then
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I dont get home from work tikl tomorrow but I can send you guys invites then
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I'd appreciate one!
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Every one of these threads turn into a million invitation requests. Just a warning....
In the meantime. Add me to ur circles.
RJ Boling
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I got my invite 2 days ago and still can't get in. I'm actually pretty excited about Google+
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A few thoughts on Google+ ...
I have been using Google+ for 3-4 days now. I have been using facebook for a few years as well. I am very stoked on Google+! I am sure once Google opens it up to the public it is going to take off like crazy!
When comparing G+ & FB, the one word that comes to mind is freedom! I trust Google more than facebook with my data, so I feel safer sharing more personal info in my Google+ profile. Plus, you are able to moderate who you share every piece of info with. Another huge plus to this is Google doesn't hide these important secutiry features. You don't have to go on a hunt to find out how to secure your profile etc.. Facebook is notorious for this.
Google is being very smart with G+ and its features. For example, when you post to the stream, you are able to go back and edit it if you want. Also, you have the option to disable sharing and/or commenting on that specific post. Also, with posts, you have the option to share it with the public, a specific person, a specific circle, or a group of circles.
I just tried the Hangout feature last night which is a video conferencing feature. When you start a hangout, you are placed in a "room" by yourself with your webcam open. A link will also be placed on your stream and others stream letting them know you are hanging out. They have the option to join, and when they do, their webcam will enter the room. Not sure what the limit is for people in video chat, but you can have multiple people in one room. It's a rad feature! I hope they implement it in the mobile app.
The Android app is rad too! It has a huddle feature which allows one on one chat with other G+ users, or group chat with one or more circles.
You can disable or enable a feature which will auto upload all photos you take from your phone to an online private album on Google+. If you wan to share that picture, you can access it via web or mobile app and share with anyone.
The is a +1 button, this is a rad little button! Yes, it functions as facebook's like button, but it has more power that just showing that you like someones post. You will notice this button next to every result in your google searches, and if websites have it integrated, you will be able to +1 an article or website. These +1's will automatically be shown in a +1 tab in your G+ profile.
Stream = Compare to facebook's news feed
Circles = Custom groups of Google+ contacts you create
Huddle = Google+ chat for mobile app
Hangout = Google+ video conferencing for web app
+1 Button = Compare to facebook's Like button. (If you see people in facebook posting +1 in response to people's comments, this is what they mean.)
Anyway, I can go on and on! I hope Google+ "Myspaces" Facebook! I am sure it will.
A lot of thought has been put into this project, and it shows!
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A few thoughts on Google+ ...
I have been using Google+ for 3-4 days now. I have been using facebook for a few years as well. I am very stoked on Google+! I am sure once Google opens it up to the public it is going to take off like crazy!
When comparing G+ & FB, the one word that comes to mind is freedom! I trust Google more than facebook with my data, so I feel safer sharing more personal info in my Google+ profile. Plus, you are able to moderate who you share every piece of info with. Another huge plus to this is Google doesn't hide these important secutiry features. You don't have to go on a hunt to find out how to secure your profile etc.. Facebook is notorious for this.
Google is being very smart with G+ and its features. For example, when you post to the stream, you are able to go back and edit it if you want. Also, you have the option to disable sharing and/or commenting on that specific post. Also, with posts, you have the option to share it with the public, a specific person, a specific circle, or a group of circles.
I just tried the Hangout feature last night which is a video conferencing feature. When you start a hangout, you are placed in a "room" by yourself with your webcam open. A link will also be placed on your stream and others stream letting them know you are hanging out. They have the option to join, and when they do, their webcam will enter the room. Not sure what the limit is for people in video chat, but you can have multiple people in one room. It's a rad feature! I hope they implement it in the mobile app.
The Android app is rad too! It has a huddle feature which allows one on one chat with other G+ users, or group chat with one or more circles.
You can disable or enable a feature which will auto upload all photos you take from your phone to an online private album on Google+. If you wan to share that picture, you can access it via web or mobile app and share with anyone.
The is a +1 button, this is a rad little button! Yes, it functions as facebook's like button, but it has more power that just showing that you like someones post. You will notice this button next to every result in your google searches, and if websites have it integrated, you will be able to +1 an article or website. These +1's will automatically be shown in a +1 tab in your G+ profile.
Stream = Compare to facebook's news feed
Circles = Custom groups of Google+ contacts you create
Huddle = Google+ chat for mobile app
Hangout = Google+ video conferencing for web app
+1 Button = Compare to facebook's Like button. (If you see people in facebook posting +1 in response to people's comments, this is what they mean.)
Anyway, I can go on and on! I hope Google+ "Myspaces" Facebook! I am sure it will.
A lot of thought has been put into this project, and it shows!
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Thank you for all the info. I've been trying to get in for days!!
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Thank you for all the info. I've been trying to get in for days!!
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Keep trying! Google opens and closes G+ throughout the day.
A few friends of mine had to keep checking until they got in.
I started a thread with this info, and will add more as it comes to me.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=15288511#post15288511
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Keep trying! Google opens and closes G+ throughout the day.
A few friends of mine had to keep checking until they got in.
I started a thread with this info, and will add more as it comes to me.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=15288511#post15288511
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Sounds like good to me, and thanks for all the other info I kinda skipped over; I'm sure others will find it helpful as well.
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Well what is everyone's thought on Google+? I haven't made a thread in I don't know how long, and thought this could be worth some discussion since it appears to be trending. I didn't know what it was since I saw it pop up here of the the last two days or so, so I looked it up just now, and appears [to me] to be Google's take on Facebook, ect.
I personally don't have a Facebook, Twitter, Myspace, ect, and I'm 21 [shocking, I know], so I personally don't know if I'd use it, but if I get an invite, I may use it. Personally, I do like how in the circles, it acts like a group chat so that everyone receives the same messages, links, ect, and saves a lot of hassles texting/IM'ming multiple people on the same subject.
So all of you Facebook users know [or should know] Google had that issue with Facebook on the security issues, and each was blocking the other..blah blah blah, so the question here is, do you think Facebook could/would down the line try to cite an infringement on Google to get back at them for X integration into Google+? Again, just for discussion's sake.
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If your on there and would like to add me I started a xda circle my email is [email protected] my name is Anthony Linsalata.
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dirkyd3rk said:
I wouldnt know, I've been trying to get an invite for 3 days now LOL.
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I sent you one 2 days ago
DirtyShroomz said:
I sent you one 2 days ago
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Google probably only accepts certain amount, then close, then reopen LOL. I couldn't get in
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dirkyd3rk said:
Google probably only accepts certain amount, then close, then reopen LOL. I couldn't get in
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You clicked "learn more"? Everyone i've sent to has gotten in
I've had it for a few days. I love it. Only used the app so far, but it looks very promising. Feels much less invasive than Facebook.
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ArmedPropaganda said:
I've had it for a few days. I love it. Only used the app so far, but it looks very promising. Feels much less invasive than Facebook.
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Has anyone noticed that if you sent someone a request on facebook, their crap shows up on your wall even before they accept it? God Facebook is intrusive as a mother*!
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I wouldnt know, I've been trying to get an invite for 3 days now LOL.
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Invite sent
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I don't have anything to back this opinion up with but I think Google + is going to do to FB what FB did to MySpace....make it a thing if the past!
I have made a G+ Account called "XDA Circle". If we can get all XDA members to search and add that account to a circle. It would more or less create a global group. I'm thinking it would be an easy way to keep our own XDA circles up-to-date. Simply search for the "XDA Circle" profile, dbl-click into it to view who has circled the "XDA Circle" account. Then you can easily find XDA Members that you have not added yet.
I have no plans to use or make posts from that profile. In theory, it should grow on its own as more XDA members get online with Google+.
Deyez (Jason Bush on G+)
Great
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i do not have a google+ invite yet. Can you pl send one.
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I have made a G+ Account called "XDA Circle". If we can get all XDA members to search and add that account to a circle. It would more or less create a global group. I'm thinking it would be an easy way to keep our own XDA circles up-to-date. Simply search for the "XDA Circle" profile, dbl-click into it to view who has circled the "XDA Circle" account. Then you can easily find XDA Members that you have not added yet.
I have no plans to use or make posts from that profile. In theory, it should grow on its own as more XDA members get online with Google+.
Deyez (Jason Bush on G+)
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shoulda made one for nexus s too
Add me, Alexander Rojas
Soon to be Nexus Prime owner
I would like an invite to Google+ as well, in order to join that XDA Circle group. Thanks!
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could i ask for an invite as well please, as id like to join
It seems it it not possible to mention Google+ on the interwebz without being inundated with invite requests lol
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It seems it it not possible to mention Google+ on the interwebz without being inundated with invite requests lol
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Right! ! I would like Tor receive an invite as well so i can join
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Deyez said:
I have made a G+ Account called "XDA Circle". If we can get all XDA members to search and add that account to a circle. It would more or less create a global group. I'm thinking it would be an easy way to keep our own XDA circles up-to-date. Simply search for the "XDA Circle" profile, dbl-click into it to view who has circled the "XDA Circle" account. Then you can easily find XDA Members that you have not added yet.
I have no plans to use or make posts from that profile. In theory, it should grow on its own as more XDA members get online with Google+.
Deyez (Jason Bush on G+)
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Great idea!....now if I could only get a G+ invite
Rob
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It seems it it not possible to mention Google+ on the interwebz without being inundated with invite requests lol
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So true! Also notice how the majority of those asking here on XDA are newly registered and have very few posts. Seems a little suspicious to me.
That said: I will send invites, but only if you have been an XDA member for at least 1 month or have over 100 constructive posts. My invites will go to the real community, not these "n00bs" just trying to get a free ride.
I would love an invite but can't face the idea of begging for one on the forum...
Yes, I feel as sullied as I expected to.
Pretty please.
As soon as i get an invite
I will as soon as I get an invite.
I don't have many posts but been a member for a while! csunderman1atgmail.com
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Awesome! I'll make sure to add it to a circle.
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Hey OP, have any clue how the privacy settings work on google+? I have a crazy ex stalker g/f and need most my stuff other than profile pic and name private : /
Oh I should also say that google+ is freaking awesome and IMO way better than facebook! I am just trying to figure it all out right now...
How will this work? Will I see the posts that user x makes to the circle or just one guy?
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Hey OP, have any clue how the privacy settings work on google+? I have a crazy ex stalker g/f and need most my stuff other than profile pic and name private
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There is a place to block users. I have blocked anyone yet, but surely it is possible.
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How will this work? Will I see the posts that user x makes to the circle or just one guy?
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Basically, the way it works is you create a circle like XDA. Then you find and add people to your XDA circle. Once added, you will see their posts as well as all the other people in that circle. Then you have the option to view the posts of everybody you have in all circles, or you can select single circle at a time to filter out the rest.
I would love an invite as well...been on xda awhile...dont post much mostly just reading lol....dont wanna throw my mixed knowledge in and confuse people lol
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Anybody want to start a xoom circle on google +
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I wouldn't mind doing this, I'm sure we could post things like updates on Tiamat and themes and stuff.
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Anybody want to start a xoom circle on google +
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Yes! I have a TF circle and it has been very useful for member collaboration in the Hangout mode. We had a good time last week when we were all waiting for the 3.2 update. It came down OTA as we were all on and were able help each other out. Let me know, I'll start my circle now. [email protected]
Ill join [email protected]
Guys, posting email addresses in this forum is probably not such a good idea.
It gets webcrawled by Google, which is where nasty people go to collect email addresses for spam and phishing.
ZanshinG1 said:
Guys, posting email addresses in this forum is probably not such a good idea.
It gets webcrawled by Google, which is where nasty people go to collect email addresses for spam and phishing.
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Good point
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Yeah but my Google+ is so empty, I welcome even the spammers...
joehullett at gmail dot com
candelaria.george at g male dot com.
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I'm in as well
dustin dot wynkoop at gmail dot com
I'm down
I'll PM you it instead...
feel free to add me - g+ address below
Feel free to add me as well. G+ link in my signature.
Count me in.
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Guys, posting email addresses in this forum is probably not such a good idea.
It gets webcrawled by Google, which is where nasty people go to collect email addresses for spam and phishing.
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lol...the "nasties" will have a free for all with this post:
G+ Invites. POST YOUR EMAIL
I'm interested.
count me in jonathan.wilbur [at] gmail
Me 2 jphillips(dot)hd88(at)gmail(dot)com
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I'm game pm me as well.
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I pretty much only have android users & school alumni. Add me at nicole dot miller dot us at gee mail.
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Gplus.to/chongofoto
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