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i had to ask the "elephant in the living room" question - anyone hear any reports - the web seems to have gone quiet on the subject
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i had to ask the "elephant in the living room" question - anyone hear any reports - the web seems to have gone quiet on the subject
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I'm interested in this as well. Although I never use GPS or the compass I'd like it fixed..... Samsung needs to release a update there's too many issues people are having......
Poor gps
Poor compass
Signal bars weird
Accelerometer broke untilled you run Android Sensor data
Buggy capacitive buttons
jerky TW.
Hell didn't the Droid x get a update already? And it doesn't even have any issues..
O well maybe soon Samsung huh?
X got updated at least once already......hopefully Sammy is working on all-in-one fix update.
1. Black status bar
I was always very careful to avoid screen burn by using ADW launcher to hide the notification bar but I still had to worry when going into things like settings or the stock browser. Now I no longer have to worry whatsoever!
2. Great battery life
Gingerbread has been fantastic for my battery life. Before with Froyo I would have to carry a spare battery to make sure I made it through the day. With Gingerbread thats a thing of the past and I haven't had to use a spare battery even once.
3. Tube TV style power off effect
I never get tired of this. Has anyone else just turned their phone off and on to keep seeing of this cool visual effect? I love the extras Google put into GB.
4. Better keyboard
I like the stock keyboard much better than it was before. The text selection seems much more accurate and more along the lines of iPhone's perfect virtual keyboard.
5. Better battery life statistics
I love how when I reboot the phone it still shows the current battery statistics since I've been unplugged. Before with Froyo the battery statistics would completely reset if you rebooted the phone.
6. Youtube videos in portrait mode
I love the new YouTube application that comes with Gingerbread! I greatly prefer the ability to watch videos in portrait mode so that they are less pixelated
7. Wifi sleep policy fixed
I love how Gingerbread has finally fixed the wifi sleep issue. Before with Froyo even if you set the wifi sleep policy to "never sleep" it would still lose connection when you put the phone to sleep. I no longer have this problem with Gingerbread.
8. Much better text selection for copy/paste
Man I HATED having to use the trackball to select text with Froyo. Gingerbread's text selection has been a breath of fresh air and just as perfect as iOS's.
9. Nice eye candy effects of the orange highlights at the end of scroll lists
Little things like this and the power off visual really puts the cherry on top of an OS like Android and show how polished it will eventually move towards. Eye candy is almost an essential part of an OS looking great and Gingerbread is no exception.
AND BEST OF ALL.......
10. Continuous Google support for the Nexus One!!!
Wow. Google is amazing.
When the Nexus S came out I was one of the weak minded individuals that thought perhaps Google might abandon the Nexus One completely and instead focus on their new toy: the Nexus S. Oh how wrong I was
Google has come through and shown us Nexus One owners that while they are still terrible at giving timelines, they really do care about us Nexus One owners and have gained lifetime immunity from me doubting them for all future updates
Youtube videos in portrait mode are not new in Gingerbread
Bravo!!!
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Well summarized! Agree with all those positives on my N1 with GB, and I've had no big issues! And the 5.08 radio has improved my up/download 3G speeds...
For me, the WiFi sleep policy issues stills happening. After some minutes, I lost the WiFi connection even when it was setting to never sleep.
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Nice thread. I agree with pretty much everything.
Black status bar is nice. (finally stock)
i have not seen this posted anywhere else, but i have a bad screen burn when text/browsing in portrait mode from the old light colored status bar from 2.1/2.2
My only complaint is that I now need to turn wifi off if I'm going to be away from a wifi source for any period of time. Right after the GB update my battery life took a horrible plunge. Checking the battery history showed the android os sucking up massive amounts of battery. After a little experimenting I noticed that if I'm home where I have constant wifi I'm fine. Once I leave home the android os starts sucking battery even when phone is not on use. I found that turning off wifi solved this issue.
I'm guessing that the new wifi sleep policy has my phone constantly searching for wifi and therefore killing my battery very quickly. Not sure why this shows as android os using battery instead of wifi. Never had this issue with 2.1 or 2.2.
Other than that I love GB!
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right..
but i dont like the black status bar. maybe coz i ma bored of dark status bar coz i came from samsung android...lol
I love the speed, great battery life, the orange tint, and the black notification bar.
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I love the black status bar
I love the darker themed phone/contacts. Its much easier to see in direct sunlight
Wifi handling seems better
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chinstrap said:
Black status bar is nice. (finally stock)
i have not seen this posted anywhere else, but i have a bad screen burn when text/browsing in portrait mode from the old light colored status bar from 2.1/2.2
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Sorry to hear about that chinstrap
As soon as I got my Nexus One I was afraid of that and hid the notification bar with ADW Launcher. Now that GB is here I no longer have to worry but I feel bad for anyone who already has the burn in.
the new copy/paste is pwnsause
I put honeycomb theme on mine. Its gorgeous. Instead of orange light, its blue.
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Mine has that annoying burn in on the screen to......
in 2.3.3 is the notification light supposed to stop blinking once the screen is turned on? even if you don't dismiss the notification or anything...
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in 2.3.3 is the notification light supposed to stop blinking once the screen is turned on? even if you don't dismiss the notification or anything...
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Yes, and it was the same in 2.2
My favorite feature is the black notification bar and updated graphics....
Screen burn was an issue with the white bar - it is too late for me however, the top of my screen is already discolored....
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Guys, what are the differences between 2.3.2 and 2.3.3?
I saw some developer in "Android Development" using 2.3.2, and some are using 2.3.3.
I wonder what Google will give us on their next update on 2.4
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Guys, what are the differences between 2.3.2 and 2.3.3?
I saw some developer in "Android Development" using 2.3.2, and some are using 2.3.3.
I wonder what Google will give us on their next update on 2.4
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I doubt there will be a 2.4, that wouldn't make any sense since they already said the next major update will be from the honeycomb branch. That said there had better be a 2.3.4 coming soon to fix the major bugs still afflicting gingerbread.
According to Asus UK on twitter, the next FOTA update is going to take place this Thursday (28th April). Interested to see what changes this will bring...
2 updates with in 3 weeks of lauch for the uk is very good service at least they are listening to feedback
This is awesome news. It seems that ASUS really wants to make a strong statement with this tablet. I think they will be aggressive in keeping this up to date and making sure it is a great product.
Any idea what features they are improving/fixing with this update?
rio
rio911 said:
Any idea what features they are improving/fixing with this update?
rio
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Nope - we had to figure out the fixes from the last OTA ourselves too. Things which need fixing are:
- Camera taking videos
- Repeated dock/undocking with the keyboard half apparently can mean the transformer doesn't know if it is plugged in or not
There could also be other performance improvements, more pre-installed apps (layar was added last time), fixes for minor bugs with widgets. I'd still like an update to improve the speed of the GPS and the reliability of the compass which sometimes can still go funny.
Heck, it could even include a new honeycomb build from google which could fix various honeycomb performance issues.
Bet you it's the buggy rear camera lag... that was one of the biggest complaints by all reviewers.
Mine has just told me there is an update available right this moment (I already installed the first update when that came out last week so it isn't that), installing it as I type...
I think it will have some or all of these included:
These were all identified by Anandtech as firmware updates coming shortly:
-ASUS tells us we aren't seeing a near doubling of battery life with the dock in use because of inefficiencies in the current firmware—something that could improve with the May firmware update
-fix issues with when tablet forgets it is docked + locks up when docked + restarts when docked
-put the unit into an ultra low power state when docked if the tablet is in standby, and power down completely when not attached to the tablet
KG
I've just got the same message. Not sure whether to install or not.
Just updated and video recording seems much better
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Just updated and video recording seems much better
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Can you give us a screen grab of your status page?
rio
The installation was fine, here are the new version numbers as I can't post screenshots:
WiFi - v5.248.28
Bluetooth - v6.11
Kernal - 2.6.36.3-00003-g8038d35 [email protected] #1
Build - HRI66.WW_epad-8.2.3.9-20110423
in the process of installing the update now, it shows up as update 8.2.3.9 (10.36MB)
will report back once done
Started posting more info on the update here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1041502
If you find anything updated/new that's not in the list please post there and i'll update the info. Thanks.
Just read on android pit.com
Our source has informed us that Android 5.1 will be launched by the end of February 2015, and a second, completely separate source that is also privy to important information regarding Android updates, confirmed it. Not only that, this is allegedly a rather large update with many interesting new features! See the changelog below:
Silent mode added after missing on Android 5.0
General improvements in system stability
Improved RAM management
Fixes for sudden app closures
Improved battery management
Excessive consumption of network devices when used Wi-Fi fixed
Issues with wireless connections fixed
Problems with Okay Google function solved
Notifications problems solved
Some sound problems experience by certain devices fixed
Other improvements and changes
Changes in the Material Design color palette (after users complaints, possibly for a higher version though)
So far there is no information about functions that it might bring, but we'll be sure to report on those as soon as we hear it.
Android 5.0 was a fantastic update, however it did bring its own list of issues, which we covered how to fix in our Android 5.0 Lollipop common problems and solutions article. That being said, Android 5.1 could get rid of many of the problems we saw here!
Android 6.0: let’s invent the ultimate Android OS
Android 5.0.1 Lollipop update: when will my device get it?
I wonder if that means ok Google will finally work with all aosp roms. I've tried the suggested fixes and the best I've been able to get is it works on any screen but not with screen off. Kind of defeats the purpose when you are trying to use it hands free while driving.
i'll believe it when i see it from Google...
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I wonder if that means ok Google will finally work with all aosp roms. I've tried the suggested fixes and the best I've been able to get is it works on any screen but not with screen off. Kind of defeats the purpose when you are trying to use it hands free while driving.
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The only ROM I've seen that OK google works with screen off is sinless ROM, because its based off of googles IMG rather than aosp. Pretty solid ROM, you should give it a shot.
I'm really pumped for the Other improvements and changes. I've been wanting this feature for a long time.
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IDK?
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Just read on android pit.com
Our source has informed us that Android 5.1 will be launched by the end of February 2015, and a second, completely separate source that is also privy to important information regarding Android updates, confirmed it. Not only that, this is allegedly a rather large update with many interesting new features! See the changelog below:
Silent mode added after missing on Android 5.0
General improvements in system stability
Improved RAM management
Fixes for sudden app closures
Improved battery management
Excessive consumption of network devices when used Wi-Fi fixed
Issues with wireless connections fixed
Problems with Okay Google function solved
Notifications problems solved
Some sound problems experience by certain devices fixed
Other improvements and changes
Changes in the Material Design color palette (after users complaints, possibly for a higher version though)
So far there is no information about functions that it might bring, but we'll be sure to report on those as soon as we hear it.
Android 5.0 was a fantastic update, however it did bring its own list of issues, which we covered how to fix in our Android 5.0 Lollipop common problems and solutions article. That being said, Android 5.1 could get rid of many of the problems we saw here!
Android 6.0: let’s invent the ultimate Android OS
Android 5.0.1 Lollipop update: when will my device get it?
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As far as I can tell and this being my first Nexus device, development is rather slow. Also to me the whole lollipop android seems very unpolished and lack luster. So many fixed things that cannot be changed without a lot of people in this community doing a lot of work. Simple things like hiding navigation bar and being able to select what one wants on the navigation bar are sorely missing and should be standard on Android. No notification LED, what the ****, even my HTC HD2 had that working and available, in fact that phone was one of the easiest and most customizable phones I've ever owned.
There are so many seemingly standard and simple things that seem to have been left out and on top of that locking the bootloader from the get go just does not scream please feel free to customize me. I thought the Nexus would be a device that, like android would support open source and many wonderful improvements by community users. I don't know, but if I was not told this is a Nexus device, I would swear it was a branded phone of a much less expensive manufacturer. I will keep it until the next update, but if they don't add even the most basic features, and some open source customizations ability to it, I guess I will have to leave the fold. Yes, this phone did not make me a fan of any kind. Nice specs, but not utilized to their full potential and one of the worst experiences out of the box. Makes me appreciate the polish of Samsung, HTC, LG and others.
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As far as I can tell and this being my first Nexus device, development is rather slow. Also to me the whole lollipop android seems very unpolished and lack luster. So many fixed things that cannot be changed without a lot of people in this community doing a lot of work. Simple things like hiding navigation bar and being able to select what one wants on the navigation bar are sorely missing and should be standard on Android. No notification LED, what the ****, even my HTC HD2 had that working and available, in fact that phone was one of the easiest and most customizable phones I've ever owned.
There are so many seemingly standard and simple things that seem to have been left out and on top of that locking the bootloader from the get go just does not scream please feel free to customize me. I thought the Nexus would be a device that, like android would support open source and many wonderful improvements by community users. I don't know, but if I was not told this is a Nexus device, I would swear it was a branded phone of a much less expensive manufacturer. I will keep it until the next update, but if they don't add even the most basic features, and some open source customizations ability to it, I guess I will have to leave the fold. Yes, this phone did not make me a fan of any kind. Nice specs, but not utilized to their full potential and one of the worst experiences out of the box. Makes me appreciate the polish of Samsung, HTC, LG and others.
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Slow amigo? We got root and ROMs and twrp all in less time than Samsung devices simply to get root.
Polish takes more than 1 month since hardware release. This device is brand spanking new on an entirely new and unfamiliar code base.
I had a note 4. It's a great phone feature wise however performance wise the nexus blows it out of the ball park. No lag whatsoever, i do hear the odd crackle from the speaker when starting it up and when the unlock/lock sound plays but that's it. Hope the sound improvements mentioned in the change log will address that. Looking forward to it.
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sweet that means I'll get 5.1 on my nexus 6 same time as I get 5.01
I hope this is true.
I'm hoping that the color palate change will add a darker material design. I always like the holo dark, and switching to the high contrast material design was pretty big. I like in google keyboard you can change it to dark material in the settings, but I'd like to see that on a stock ROM. (I'm waiting for a big ROM like CM, PA, Slim, or Omni to release stable, because I love the features, but I require ota )
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ignoring the fan boy post above yours.
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I had a note 4. It's a great phone feature wise however performance wise the nexus blows it out of the ball park. No lag whatsoever, i do hear the odd crackle from the speaker when starting it up and when the unlock/lock sound plays but that's it. Hope the sound improvements mentioned in the change log will address that. Looking forward to it.
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I have the crackle to, thought it was another feature. Just like the disabled LED. It also does that when it's been asleep for a while and someone calls. The ring tone is distorted until the phone? wakes. Let's hope? that many people here will work long and hard to make this phone? better.
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I'm really pumped for the Other improvements and changes. I've been wanting this feature for a long time.
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lol
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I have the crackle to, thought it was another feature. Just like the disabled LED. It also does that when it's been asleep for a while and someone calls. The ring tone is distorted until the phone? wakes. Let's hope? that many people here will work long and hard to make this phone? better.
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In my completely uneducated opinion that sounds like a very solvable issue with audio processor priority.
i just want wifi calling....
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I have the crackle to, thought it was another feature. Just like the disabled LED. It also does that when it's been asleep for a while and someone calls. The ring tone is distorted until the phone�� wakes. Let's hope�� that many people here will work long and hard to make this phone�� better.
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How is his post a fanboy post? It's literally spot on. The Nexus 6 is BRAND NEW. I mean, the phone went on pre-order late October and very few have been able to get their hands on one because of it's unavailability. Despite that, we have plenty of action going on in development. It seems like you haven't bothered to check.
Also, reading your posts lately on the forum, it seems like you 'ignore' everyone that disagrees with you. Then you call others 'fanboys'.
Anyone see a problem with that?
I would love to see official supported notification LED or improved ambient display. So I wanna have a recognizable notification method of i don´t stare permanently on my mobile and don´t have to pick up.
Jrmiller said:
i just want wifi calling....
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Use hangouts and hangouts dialer and Google voice.
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Silent mode at long last.
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I'm hoping that the color palate change will add a darker material design. I always like the holo dark, and switching to the high contrast material design was pretty big. I like in google keyboard you can change it to dark material in the settings, but I'd like to see that on a stock ROM. (I'm waiting for a big ROM like CM, PA, Slim, or Omni to release stable, because I love the features, but I require ota )
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Seems really odd that Google releases a dark version of android back in version 4.0 but uses LCDs on their reference phones, but now they release 5.0 with bright colors and use AMOLED. It seems it should have been reversed.
So 5.1.1 was leaked on a Google Dev page today (Source)
What would we want to see in this Lollipop update for the N6 seeming we know nothing about whats coming?
Me personally? A bit better battery life (I think the second .1 indicates new kernel?) and to clean up some of the bugs.
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So 5.1.1 was leaked on a Google Dev page today (Source)
What would we want to see in this Lollipop update for the N6 seeming we know nothing about whats coming?
Me personally? A bit better battery life (I think the second .1 indicates new kernel?) and to clean up some of the bugs.
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probably nothing beneficial for the N6... looks like it's only going to be for the N7 and N9... much like the 5.0.2 release was never "official" for the N6.
If its truly LMY47S, then it is not really 5.1.1.
That has the same build date code as 5.1.
I want faster responding sensors. Auto dimming, proximity sensor for phone calls sped up. Damn thing takes forever! As does auto rotate.
Want a rocketship for blasting off to Mars! Seems my Nexus6 has about everything else!
I'd like my battery to last over 9000 minutes of screen on time.
Three wishes, and none of them for an iPhone, M9, or S6.
Better battery optimization, improved camera and radio, and ability to switch to a dark Material theme.
Performance improvement for Camera, Dialer and occasional dropped frames in animations.
I would like google to unlock the notification led xD
Faster booting up and more options when shutting down.
Screen resolution options.
That's it for now, only had it for 2 days. Still learning about lollipop, I came from an galaxy s3.
Sexy wallpaper
- Notification lights back by default (non-rooted)
- (Better) hardware encryption for faster boot-up
Fix the carkit a2dp crashing when connected to a Bluetooth low energy device. I should not have to put my moto 360 in airplane mode every time I drive my car...
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clear all recent apps button
double tap screen on and off like the lg g3
kidhudi said:
clear all recent apps button
double tap screen on and off like the lg g3
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To you and others in this thread - You're on XDA and many of the feature requests are available in most custom ROMs. "I don't run rooted ROMs" or "I'd like those features to be in stock ROM" will probably be your reply, to which I will say, why are you commenting on a developer / Android customization forum?
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clear all recent apps button
double tap screen on and off like the lg g3
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Why would Google implement something that is unnecessary and could cause problems? There hasn't been any need to close apps for quite a few iterations of android (actually an understatement)
With all these 'new' versions I find it interesting that N7 seems to be the problem child they can't get right.
I just want WiFi calling
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With all these 'new' versions I find it interesting that N7 seems to be the problem child they can't get right.
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Well it's using a tegra chip. All other nexus are using Qualcomm chips. Minus the 9 which is also late to the party.
The N6 is already a great device. What would make it stand above the rest is for it to be natively as smooth and lag free as the N5 is and to add some minor battery life improvements.