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I have the A500 and its okay. I also have the Transformer arriving on the 13th. I would say that I'm 75% happy with the a 500. The main problems I have:
GPS doesn't work without wifi
At times it can be sluggish
Random unresponsiveness and I need to reset
Screen turns on while sleep
A lot of F/C with stock launcher and browser
Screen has got stuck between applications ex. Switching from launcher to browser I can see both and I need to press the back button to unfreeze it.
So I want some feedback from people that have experienced both tablets. Any advice would be appreciated
The Asus has its shares of problems as well. Some people are complaining about gaps between the screen and bezel that lead to dust under the screen, dead pixels, device not coming back from sleep until reset, etc. But it seems to be few and far in between that these issues are occurring.
I don't have either device, but I would stand behind Asus any day over Acer. As far as the specs go, the Transformer definitely has the edge in my opinion. Aside from it being cheaper, it has the revolutionary dock option (keyboard), IPS display, superior battery life, slimmer and ligher design, etc. The only advantages to the Acer A500 is the full-size USB port and camera flash.
All in all, I am almost positive that you will be returning the A500 when the Transformer arrives.
The only issue you mentioned I've heard about on the transformer is random unresponsiveness and need to reset.
These problems you seem to be describing seem to be shortcomings of the Honeycomb OS rather than device specific. You will probably encounter similar problems with any honeycomb device, for now, until future software updates are seen.
For the GPS, you're going to have to find a preloaded map GPS app, such as CoPilot when working away from wifi. Another workaround is, tethering to a 3g/4g enabled device such as a smartphone
I personally think they are both great tablets, but it all comes down to personal preference really. does I PS screen matter to all no but to some it does, same with USB port. There both amazing tablets but all as I will say and stand firm to personal preference. I love my iconia but I may switch to Asus for I PS that is my need gut not to everyone,
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Its really annoying, its work very slow on portrait mode
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nope, mine works fine. give us a little more info. you stock, custom rom, rooted?
they run slower in portrait becuse of how tegra 2 renders the screen
"And if the slowdown in Honeycomb portrait came from a bug in the nVidia driver?
Honeycomb on the tablets are much less fluid in portrait mode. It would be a bug in the nVidia driver (Tegra 2). While you wait impatiently all the famous complete test of the Motorola Xoom, you should know that Honeycomb is not always very well optimized. On Android 3.1, the situation is improving logically, but is unworthy of what can be found on smartphones. This syndrome is especially noticeable when the tablet is in portrait mode to landscape and sometimes reversed. Initially, we thought it was the system itself, but in reality the problem could be different.If you notice, the shelves on this version of Android use, for now, all a nVidia Tegra 2 (Motorola Xoom, Acer Iconia Tab A500, Asus EeePad Transformer …), the HTC Flyer will soon have access to the Qualcomm processor . The generalization of the problem as coming Honeycomb system would be false and in fact a driver problem!
A bug open since April 4 (the Motorola Xoom was in 3.0.1), we can read this comment in particular the flow of responses:
“As I said, this specific problem is not related to Honeycomb, but the GPU’s Tegra 2, which under certain conditions (portrait mode) is not able to offer the same kind of performance that landscape.
We should wait for a new driver from Nvidia or something similar that will fix the problem. ”
This answer was arrived May 15, just for the Google I / O, which was expected as the 3.1 correct the problem. Unfortunately, it is not. Since the time that the bug exists, it is very likely that Google holds a patch for this driver. But how is it that he does not send this patch, while the image on the shelves Honeycomb is heavily tainted?"
Quoted from http://www.androidproduction.com/sm...ait-came-from-a-bug-in-the-nvidia-driver.html
Hi Everyone,
I'm considering purchasing the TF101 after returning the TF201 due to bad wifi perforamnce, browser lockups, and how Asus handled the GPS not working. For those that don't know, after they released the product advertised with GPS functionality, Asus pulled GPS from the specification because it didn't work without any notice. I saw alot of posts that stated Asus told users to return the product if they didn't like this resolution. I could never find something directly from Asus stating this. The TF201 also suffers from bad and inconsistent wifi. Many believe this is due to the 'pogo' connectors, basically if you bump the device or pinch the case, it may improve or worsten wifi performance. Anyways, enough ranting about what's wrong with the TF201. I plan on using the tablet primarily for web browsing, e-mail, calendar, to-do lists, viewing MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF files, etc... I won't be doing any gaming.
At this point in time, would you recommend purchasing the TF101 or would you recommend something else?
Would you recommend waiting for the IPAD 3 or some other soon to be released device?
Unless something changes soon with TF201 quality and reliability, I'm not willing to repurchase the TF201 again.
Appreciate your feedback.
BostonDan
I don't have experience with any other tablet beside the TF101.
I like it, work for me what I need it to do.
I would recommend going to Best Buy or Staples ect.
and play around with all the different models they have.
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I plan on using the tablet primarily for web browsing, e-mail, calendar, to-do lists, viewing MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF files, etc... I won't be doing any gaming.
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I use my TF101 for same things and i can tell you that the Browser sometimes is laggy, but depends on the rom you're using, and i think ICS will improve it much.
Other things are perfect:
E-mail client is fast and well rearranged;
Calendar has a very clear interface;
There are tons of apps for pdf reading (i like ezpdf, wich allows to edit them);
Same for Word/Excel/PPT but Polaris office (Preinstalled on TF101) is one of the best and works very well;
For Notes/To-Do Lists there are a lot of apps in the market, the best i think is Beautiful Notes wich runs pretty good.
i agree that it would best that you go personally to a best buy to check them out. The transformer has been working perfect for me for the same uses you said. However i find the galaxy tab really nice too. I was also impressed with the sony s tablet. Check them out. Imho Cant go wrong with asus, sony or galaxy.
Wait for tf700t none of the primes problems with a better screen aswell
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The number one reason for getting a Transformer is the dock. If you want the dock (and I wanted it badly) then it's TF101 or TF201 ATM. Since you (understandably) did not like what Asus did with the TF201, that leaves the TF101 for you.
Now, the TF101 has way more going for it than just the dock. The IPS screen is beautiful (and the light bleed issue ought to be stamped out by now. In mine, I barely get light bleed, and it's a B60 model, but I guess I was lucky.). The price is acceptable, up to now, Asus has delivered when it comes to updates (let's see if they keep the trend with the ICS update. I understand that they had issues, and don't want to release a half assed update, so let's wait patiently).
Currently selling alternatives (prizing information based on local prices here in Spain, YMMV):
The Acer Iconia A500: similar specs, worse screen (but no light bleed issue that I know of), but full size USB without the need of the dock or the adapter. Similar price to the TF101.
Sony Tablet S: Slightly smaller screen, different design (not my cup of tea, but it's the selling point for some people), universal IR remote capabilities, full size USB, Full size SD instead of micro SD. Slightly more expensive than the TF101
I would not go for the Galaxy Tab, as the lack of expandable memory would force you to go for the (even) more expensive version. Also, it's way more expensive, while offering the same specs. Comes with Touchwiz, and IIRC, requires you to use Kies to perform updates. Also, Samsung has not been as speedy as Asus when it comes to updates. I would not go for the Xoom either, even if it already has ICS. Didn't like the design, too bulky. Also, it's more expensive than the TF101, though it comes with greater internal storage.
Thanks Everyone
Thanks Everyone,
I'm down to 4 choices, Asus TF101, Acer Iconia A500, IPAD 2, or waiting for the IPAD 3.
My thoughts are:
Asus TF700: After the TF201 experience, there is no way I'll consider buying an Asus tablet which hasn't been proven in the marketplace.
Asus TF101: Appears stable and it's not apple, but the more I think about the TF201 experience, I'd blame myself for trusting Asus if I end up having problems and again receive no response from Asus support.
Acer Iconia A500: Although not the latest, appears stable and it's not Apple. I have no idea what kind of support Acer provides.
IPAD-2: I can't think of a single friend or relative that regretted getting the IPAD-2. Stable and app support is very large.
IPAD-3: Having to wait an unknown timeframe until this is announced and released is a big negative. Unknown stability or problems, but Apple has the appearance of releasing more stable products than anyone out in the industry.
IPAD2 & IPAD3: It's Apple. There is just something inside of me that doesn't like Apple, with no justification or reason. From a support perspective, the ability to visit an Apple retail store for support is appealing, however I have no idea what level of technical knowledge exists at the retail stores.
ARGH!!!!!!!
Thanks Again Everyone!
Dan
BostonDan2 said:
Hi Everyone,
I'm considering purchasing the TF101 after returning the TF201 due to bad wifi perforamnce, browser lockups, and how Asus handled the GPS not working. For those that don't know, after they released the product advertised with GPS functionality, Asus pulled GPS from the specification because it didn't work without any notice. I saw alot of posts that stated Asus told users to return the product if they didn't like this resolution. I could never find something directly from Asus stating this. The TF201 also suffers from bad and inconsistent wifi. Many believe this is due to the 'pogo' connectors, basically if you bump the device or pinch the case, it may improve or worsten wifi performance. Anyways, enough ranting about what's wrong with the TF201. I plan on using the tablet primarily for web browsing, e-mail, calendar, to-do lists, viewing MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF files, etc... I won't be doing any gaming.
At this point in time, would you recommend purchasing the TF101 or would you recommend something else?
Would you recommend waiting for the IPAD 3 or some other soon to be released device?
Unless something changes soon with TF201 quality and reliability, I'm not willing to repurchase the TF201 again.
Appreciate your feedback.
BostonDan
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You will be happier with a netbook or ultrabook imho. Tablet suggestions I would have are the Acer Iconia Tab W500 (very vaguely a win7 transformer and not an A500) or a model of Eee Slate with 4GB RAM installed (comes with bluetooth keyboard and a pen).
For Android tablets, TF101 or the Galaxy Tab 8.9.
If you don't know, just buy iPad and see whether or not it makes you puke.
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When you list all forums on XDA, if you scroll down to the "Asus Eee Pad Transformer TF101" the picture isn't working. All the other devices have a working picture
The img url (http://images.media.xda-developers.com/images/forumpics_new/Asus Eee Pad Transformer TF101.jpg) seems to be a dead link.
Alright, the TF101 may have been superseded a few times, but surely we still deserve a working picture
Any thoughts on this new memo pad smart? The specs seem almost the same except these advantages i have found in each model..
Asus Memo pad Smart
+usb conector instead of proprietary
+2 speakers - stereo (tf300t only has one speaker)
+camera has flash
+tablet is lighter
Asus TF300T
+dock connector for keyboard (a bluetooth keyboard will be available for the memo pad)
+8 mpixel camera with autofocus (memo pad has 5 mpixel)
+available in 16 and 32gb versions (memo pad only has 16gb)
+ips display 178º angle (memo pad has 170º angle)
Unless you really need the dock maybe the memo pad is a cheaper alternative with no significant disadvantages..
Question:
-is this one still plagued by the same i/o issues
only noticeable differences are that the memo pad can render video at 1080p while the tf300 can only render it at 720p and the lack of the docking keyboard on the memo pad.
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atomicblue said:
only noticeable differences are that the memo pad can render video at 1080p while the tf300 can only render it at 720p and the lack of the docking keyboard on the memo pad.
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Are you sure about this? i find it strange since the hardware on both is pratically equal, so, if one can play 1080p the other should also be able to do it.
I don't get the memo pad 10". It's very similar to the TF300. It has lower battery life and is a bit lighter. Not much else to write about. Are ASUS in a bit of a panic and try to saturate the market with similar products?
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I don't get the memo pad 10". It's very similar to the TF300. It has lower battery life and is a bit lighter. Not much else to write about. Are ASUS in a bit of a panic and try to saturate the market with similar products?
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its cheaper to build and the dock sales are poor for the 300 so from their perspective no reason to waste money in components and logistics for it.
they arent saturating the market, tf300 is in EOL, its not producted anymore, the new memopad substitute it.
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only noticeable differences are that the memo pad can render video at 1080p while the tf300 can only render it at 720p and the lack of the docking keyboard on the memo pad.
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It's obvious that the TF300T can work with 1080p movies since it can record them.
Yes... I'm also able to watch all my series at 1080p (using unters kernel)
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... tf300 is in EOL, its not producted anymore, the new memopad substitute it.
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The TF300 is still listed in the ASUS website though.
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It's obvious that the TF300T can work with 1080p movies since it can record them.
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I think the remark was about the HDMI output, whether being able to support 1080p or not. Because in the Memo pad features it explicitly states 1080p support, but it doesn't state it in the tf300 page.
To explain the spec differences (1080p), it probably has the new and updated Tegra 3 chip also used in the TF700 (http://www.anandtech.com/show/6036/asus-transformer-pad-infinity-tf700t-review/3). This means faster core clocks, and faster graphical capabilities because of higher memory bandwidth. They probably used a slightly better emmc chip as well, because they'd really be dumb otherwise.
Maybe they would have added 5GHz WiFI?
At the end of the day, the Memo Pad is just another middling 10" tablet, and there are plenty of those around already. This might be a cheap alternative to keep and eye out for, however.
Screen resolution is low. I notice it on my TF300. Tegra 3 is outdated. No NFC is a deal breaker.
$299 is too much money to spend for this in 2013.
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I think the remark was about the HDMI output, whether being able to support 1080p or not. Because in the Memo pad features it explicitly states 1080p support, but it doesn't state it in the tf300 page.
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Tried a full HD movie via HDMI, the TV reported it to be 1080p as well. Didn't seem to be downscaled.
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To explain the spec differences (1080p), it probably has the new and updated Tegra 3 chip also used in the TF700
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Nope, the specs state 1.2GHz Tegra3
http://www.asus.com/Tablet_Mobile/ASUS_MeMO_Pad_Smart_10/#specifications
I think it's just a difference in marketing and timing when they mention 1080p output for the Memo pad, and do not mention it for the tf300.
Question:
-is this one still plagued by the same i/o issues
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I've seen some review and benchmark shown the I/O is still slow. So far still no smart cover or even screen protector for this tablet. I'll wait for few more month before buying this, with the hope that some manufacturer will jump to market and throw some decent specs tablet with the price range. Sold at about USD330 here.
apad said:
I've seen some review and benchmark shown the I/O is still slow. So far still no smart cover or even screen protector for this tablet. I'll wait for few more month before buying this, with the hope that some manufacturer will jump to market and throw some decent specs tablet with the price range. Sold at about USD330 here.
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It has the same dimensions as tf300
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Hi,
So i've been trying to find a thread for the TF301T but i've come up empty, do you guys anything about development for this equipment?
mjrpereira said:
Hi,
So i've been trying to find a thread for the TF301T but i've come up empty, do you guys anything about development for this equipment?
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TF301T? o0
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http://www.laptopdirect.co.za/laptop_specifications.php?laptop=60899
Did a quick Google. Seems all tf301 I found are typing errors.
Asus TF300T, CleanROM Inheritance
I sold my Asus pad 300 and bought this new Asus MemoPad 10. I like it more than Pad 300. I don't know, but in benchmark program was info about processor and showed1,3Ghz.
Stereo speakers x mono on Asus Pad 300
Charging on the left side via micro USB x bottom asus socket
Option lock toolbar x no lock on Pad 300
They could add 2GB ram, but, I think for £250 its good value.
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Asus ME301T MemoPad 10
joelalmeidaptg said:
TF301T? o0
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I'm so sorry I do mean ME301T, as Danginharl found it was just a typo.
Danginharl said:
http://www.laptopdirect.co.za/laptop_specifications.php?laptop=60899
Did a quick Google. Seems all tf301 I found are typing errors.
Asus TF300T, CleanROM Inheritance
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Thanks for showing me my mistake
shawt said:
I sold my Asus pad 300 and bought this new Asus MemoPad 10. I like it more than Pad 300. I don't know, but in benchmark program was info about processor and showed1,3Ghz.
Stereo speakers x mono on Asus Pad 300
Charging on the left side via micro USB x bottom asus socket
Option lock toolbar x no lock on Pad 300
They could add 2GB ram, but, I think for its good value.
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I do like this tablet too, how probable is it that this one gets dev'ing and hopefully some CM10.1 or AOKP?
I'm searching to buy the original OTG, if someone have one.
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No NFC is a deal breaker.
$299 is too much money to spend for this in 2013.
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M8 i dont know how is it in your country but here (Portugal) NFC is just rubish i had not seen a single use for NFC......
Regarding the specs
TF300x - uses Nvidia Tegra 3 T30L
Memo Pad - uses Nvidia Tegra 3 T30L
CPU stated as beeing the same speed quad core 1.2Ghz
TF300x 8 Mpixel cam
Memo Pad 5 Mpixel cam
TF300x 32 GB
Memo Pad 16 GB
Dock possibility on TF300x vs no dock on Memo pad
I still consider TF300x a better tablet, depending on the demand of users of course
If you dont need docking (for at least xtra batery life) 5 Mpixel cam (that is alredy nice) and you dont mind the 16GB (you can prob use a 64 GB microsd)on the memo pad i still consider it a very good choice
I work at PhoneHouse (Carphone WhareHouse)
I have tried the memo pad and the only thing i think its better that the TF300x is the sound, it realy looks awsome extra boost on the double stereo peakers.
But i still dont get it .... Why put the freakin speakers on the back of the tablet...........