I have been thinking the past few days about this decision.
I love the TF so much and how fast it is especially after rooting it, and with the keyboard its another awesome device.
HOWEVER, I don't use that keyboard a lot. I use it only when I need the USB port. So, paid $150 for just USB port!!! a don't type a lot with my tablet. Even if I need to type a lot, I will use my desktop.
So, I am having a wide, and little bit think and heavy tablet with an extra keyboard that I don't use while I can have the Samsung galaxy tab 10.1 with lighter and thinner + a small adapter for USB port whenever I need that. am I right?
I know that I will lose two things: 1. losing money by paying more 2. lose the capability to extend the capacity size by not having micro sd card slot.
BUT, I can reply to that 1. I will pay more for the thickness and weight 2. it doesn't really matter for me to expand the size more than 16gb. I never filled it up. I know its good option to have, but its ok with me.
This how it came to my mind the idea of selling the TF and getting the galaxy 10.1
any comments?!!
Another fascinating tale of personal preference!
Seriously, though. It's not a contest. If you're happy with your choice then that's all that matters. What do you care what a bunch of strangers on an Internet forum think?
Besides, you'll probably be back when the TF2 comes out anyway.
Good luck!
I decided to sell my Transformer also. I bought an Apple Newton. The viewing angles on the Transformer were just too hard to look past. I found myself using it less and less. Hopefully I will get way more use out of the newton.
If you don't care about sharing ideas, then don't. But don't make people who like sharing thinking like you by not sharing.
So the reason I am posting is to share ideas and see what others think.
Thanks for your advice anyway.
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But don't make people who like sharing thinking like you by not sharing.
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Is there something wrong with that, or is it me
I thought about buying a Lenovo Thinkpad Tablet (the one with the keyboard).
But i've started using my keyboard less and less so i sold it, so i no longer see the point. You can get Galaxy Tab 10.1 on ebay for rediculous cheap prices, but what would be the point of selling one Honeycomb Tablet for another, especially one without an external micro sd, which i constantly swap with my phone, (a Sensation with a 32gb) can't imagine anyone buying a tablet with no external micro sd card
Why in the world would you want to sell your TF?
checkbox: not sure where you get the "ridiculous cheap prices" for the Galaxy Tab on eBay from. Last i checked, $400+ for a $400+ tablet isn't really that much of a bargain.
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Is there something wrong with that, or is it me
I thought about buying a Lenovo Thinkpad Tablet (the one with the keyboard).
But i've started using my keyboard less and less so i sold it, so i no longer see the point. You can get Galaxy Tab 10.1 on ebay for rediculous cheap prices, but what would be the point of selling one Honeycomb Tablet for another, especially one without an external micro sd, which i constantly swap with my phone, (a Sensation with a 32gb) can't imagine anyone buying a tablet with no external micro sd card
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I don't have any problems with HC. I like it I want to still use it in my next tablet. Also, I don't care really about having SD card reader because I will have the connection adapter instead of the whole keyboard.
cypher_zero said:
Why in the world would you want to sell your TF?
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didn't you read my first post??
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checkbox: not sure where you get the "ridiculous cheap prices" for the Galaxy Tab on eBay from. Last i checked, $400+ for a $400+ tablet isn't really that much of a bargain.
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yeah, I know. that part sucks!! its not cheep to get it. Selling my transformer with the keyboard will get me only 16gb galaxy with out paying a penny out of my pocket. and if I want the 32gb I have to pay some more.
Definitely not worth it in my opinion.
If I were you I'd rather wait till TF2 comes out before making any decision. What's more if the dock you are having now is compatible to use with TF2? That saves you a lot of money without the dock already.
No point rushing, take your time and observe.
If you plan on using a stylus the ThinkPad tablet works great. Just got the ThinkPad tablet a few days ago and still testing out with the apps.
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If you plan on using a stylus the ThinkPad tablet works great. Just got the ThinkPad tablet a few days ago and still testing out with the apps.
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wow that is really nice. I like it. Thanks for showing me that.
diffidently i will put that in the considerations
jsm7483 said:
I decided to sell my Transformer also. I bought an Apple Newton. The viewing angles on the Transformer were just too hard to look past. I found myself using it less and less. Hopefully I will get way more use out of the newton.
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Viewing angles? Seriously? In my opinion the viewing angles are very good, and the screen itself is excellent. I can't imagine many other people sending the device back for that reason.
jsm7483 said:
I decided to sell my Transformer also. I bought an Apple Newton. The viewing angles on the Transformer were just too hard to look past. I found myself using it less and less. Hopefully I will get way more use out of the newton.
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Darn
I would have been happy to sell you my Newton. I would have even thrown in a 300 baudd modem.
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Viewing angles? Seriously? In my opinion the viewing angles are very good, and the screen itself is excellent. I can't imagine many other people sending the device back for that reason.
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You obviously didn't catch the sarcasm
Well, if you are going to do it, now is the time. The NewEgg $60 Gift Card promotion on it ends today. You could then use the gift card to buy the adapter you are talking about and you might be able to break even sale of your TF and gear.
Good luck.
How are people not filling up their tablets? Do you guys consume no media away from home?
I travel a ton and i like to have some videos on there and the HD rips fill up the memory in no time. Even with the combined 16+32 I have to cycle through videos from time to time to keep the content fresh.
Ive read this a few times now, do people really see a speed increase after rooting their TF's ?
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Ive read this a few times now, do people really see a speed increase after rooting their TF's ?
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I swapped from 3.1 unrooted stock to Prime 1.5, and are now running Revolver 2.5.1 with Clemsyn Blade kernel. I dare to say I've noticed very noticable increase in general smoothness when scrolling homescreens and such from 3.1 stock. However, I don't know how stock unrooted 3.2 with latest updates run like. Initial thought after going custom ROMs was pretty much "wow, this is almost iPad-smooth". Just almost, tho. But hey... who couldn't render a list of icons insanely fast, anyways?
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no buyers remorse here, yet. i ordered it this morning and wont know when i'll get it till monday.
im wondering now should i get the keyboard dock? i wont be pumping out emails and such on the device, i have a macbook, and a netbook for such things. i found a dock for 114 bucks here
http://www.cometsupply.com/mp/ASUS/pm/ASUTF101DOCKING/r/gg/
what do you think?
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no buyers remorse here, yet. i ordered it this morning and wont know when i'll get it till monday.
im wondering now should i get the keyboard dock? i wont be pumping out emails and such on the device, i have a macbook, and a netbook for such things. i found a dock for 114 bucks here
http://www.cometsupply.com/mp/ASUS/pm/ASUTF101DOCKING/r/gg/
what do you think?
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Thats the cheapest i've seen so far, I went ahead and ordered with them for total=$124.45, i'll let you all know.
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no buyers remorse here, yet. i ordered it this morning and wont know when i'll get it till monday.
im wondering now should i get the keyboard dock? i wont be pumping out emails and such on the device, i have a macbook, and a netbook for such things. i found a dock for 114 bucks here
http://www.cometsupply.com/mp/ASUS/pm/ASUTF101DOCKING/r/gg/
what do you think?
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i use the keyboard more than i thought ....
spare battery (even charges my phone)
sd card slot
usb ports
screen protector !!! much safer with the keyboard protecting the screen !
oh .... and its a keyboard too
Might not be a bad idea to wait, especially if it's not something in anticipate really needing/wanting right away.
It could be you might have some issues with the tablet and need to return or exchange it. I think it'd be good to be sure you've had time to play with the Transformer and be sure you are absolutely happy and keeping it first.
Funny because I have already ordered my Dock and its on its way but I am waiting on a paycheck to order the Tablet it self.. I had $200 and it came in stock so I figured why not? its going to be horrible opening the box and having a Keyboard but no Tablet..
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its going to be horrible opening the box and having a Keyboard but no Tablet..
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Haha true!
Ravynmagi said:
Might not be a bad idea to wait, especially if it's not something in anticipate really needing/wanting right away.
It could be you might have some issues with the tablet and need to return or exchange it. I think it'd be good to be sure you've had time to play with the Transformer and be sure you are absolutely happy and keeping it first.
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i think this is the best advice, though i DO want a keyboard, but i agree, i should wait to see how i like the overall experience. thank you.
from my personal experience, I committed to buying both the Tablet & Dock bundled. having search high & low, finally coming across a shop that has both in stock, i knew i had to snap up it up. because over here in Singapore, tablet alone cost $699. $799 inclusive of dock. initially i did think that the dock was just an accessory that i might not carry around with me considering the extra mass & weight. but hey, guess what...i've been bringing in & out with me everyday! although i do have a laptop for me at work, i find that i use the tablet w/dock alot!
i give myself excuses use my TF to surf the net via stock browser & dolphin. its an amazing toy & i haven gotten sick of it.
I might just be 1 of the few lucky batches that has not encounter problems with the keyboard or trackpad. all has been working fine for me. btw, im running on 3.1.
experience has been great!!!
ps: apologies if i might sound over-zealous
I purchased the dock. To me the availability of the dock is THE distinguishing feature of the Transformer. If one does not have need/want of the dock the Samsung lighter and thinner 10.1 or 8.9 look like better choices.
With the dock I often leave my laptop at home.
I just ordered one after selling my iPad 2,
Didn't go for the dock option as don't see myself ever using it,
Plus I didn't want to spend much money, I love 7" form factors so till there come out I think the transformer will suit me fine...
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I purchased the dock. To me the availability of the dock is THE distinguishing feature of the Transformer. If one does not have need/want of the dock the Samsung lighter and thinner 10.1 or 8.9 look like better choices.
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The Samsung 10.1 costs 100$ more. I don't think you get 100$ more stuff with it, in fact it's almost the same hardware...
Used the keyboard and trackpad to reply to the forum message
I have found using a combination of fingers and keyboard much more usfull than I thought
Would recommend purchasing
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i am certain that i will buy the keyboard dock, i dont see myself NOT purchasing it after i have first decided that this is something that i really want and will use.
i bought an e reader and was sorely disappointed with the screen resolution, so i waited. then i got the nook color, and was disappointed with the lack of bluetooth, gps and a few other things (i made a list of pros and cons before i returned it).
so now, im getting a device that i have been stalking on the internet and reading about since its announcement. im excited about it and the possibilities it holds to satisfy my ultra picky gadget expectations.
to those of you know have one already can you answer this question.
how is the internet browsing? is it fast like a pc? while browsing on my phone over wifi the web pages dont seem to load quite as fast as on my pc.
It has high potential to replace your netbook with the keyboard (minus MS Office).
I just wish we had a good suite for MS Office. Polaris is nice, but still doesn't cut it.
lysergic said:
The Samsung 10.1 costs 100$ more. I don't think you get 100$ more stuff with it, in fact it's almost the same hardware...
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The Samsung I held felt great. It feel very solid and lighter than the Transformer, even though the specs are close. The thinness may have something to do with it. Also, it was very smooth and has a great display. If I did not want the keyboard, the $100 would be well worth the difference.
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how is the internet browsing? is it fast like a pc? while browsing on my phone over wifi the web pages dont seem to load quite as fast as on my pc.
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No. No table I have used is as fast as my desktop or notebooks.
Dunno. My TF sure measures up to my netbook (HP2140). Not all that slower that my Toshiba I7 notebook either. Much depends on what is on the web page one is navigating to one supposes.
Guess I'm the odd one here as I really have no interest in getting a dock. I bought it to use as a tablet and that works for me. Now, when the desktop dock appears I'm all over that!
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Dunno. My TF sure measures up to my netbook (HP2140). Not all that slower that my Toshiba I7 notebook either. Much depends on what is on the web page one is navigating to one supposes.
Guess I'm the odd one here as I really have no interest in getting a dock. I bought it to use as a tablet and that works for me. Now, when the desktop dock appears I'm all over that!
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Turn off FLASH, and the browsing experience is really fast according to the iPad2 v TF (technobuffalo) via youtube.
Well just ordered my Xoom.
Had a poke on the Otterbox site and thinking of ordering one of them (Got the commuter on my DHD) as well as a matt screen cover (again on my DHD).
Then I came here, thinking perhaps I should of done that first as there seems to be mixed feelings about the Xoom, I mainly decided on the Xoom as it was the only one with 3g that I could get at the time..
Maybe I should of gone for the Flyer or A500 instead
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Well just ordered my Xoom.
Had a poke on the Otterbox site and thinking of ordering one of them (Got the commuter on my DHD) as well as a matt screen cover (again on my DHD).
Then I came here, thinking perhaps I should of done that first as there seems to be mixed feelings about the Xoom, I mainly decided on the Xoom as it was the only one with 3g that I could get at the time..
Maybe I should of gone for the Flyer or A500 instead
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The Flyer is an interesting looking device but the screen is significantly smaller than the Xoom (7 inch vs 10 inch), and it is running Gingerbread rather than Honeycomb. Also, it's bootloaders are still locked tight so rooting and modding will be an uphill struggle.
The A500 is a nice machine, but a bit heavier than the Xoom. Also, I have had bad experiences in the past with Acer which tends to skimp on Design and build quality at times. However the full size USB is a nice addition. On the minus side, the dev community for the Iconia is not nearly as far along or as active as here with the Xoom. In addition it is still waiting for 3.1, which if you are in the US your Xoom will have via OTA right out of the box or it is easily added using XDA guides.
I feel you made the right choice ordering the Xoom...and I agree, Otterbox cases are the gold standard, the crowning touch on a great device.
i have had the otterbox defender case for the xoom since early last week. it ROCKS! bullet proof construction. can be configured in a couple ways, ports are secured by flaps. they took the time to get this right. worth the money spent and the time to wait on it.
Not in the USA, in the UK so no OTA for me, guess I'll be checking out the ROM's soon enough, dont think I've had a device thats been supported here thats had stock ROM on it for more than a day after it arriving :lol:
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Well just ordered my Xoom.
Had a poke on the Otterbox site and thinking of ordering one of them (Got the commuter on my DHD) as well as a matt screen cover (again on my DHD).
Then I came here, thinking perhaps I should of done that first as there seems to be mixed feelings about the Xoom, I mainly decided on the Xoom as it was the only one with 3g that I could get at the time..
Maybe I should of gone for the Flyer or A500 instead
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Me too! It will replace my not so bad Gtab
I was looking for a small device, but so far the smallest announced is the LG but it doesn't have GPS and the price point isn't that great, one of my friend have a Transformer, it's a nice unit for the price but it feel too big!
The Flyer is't as powerful as the Tegra, and other model where bigger, beside the accessory for the xoom seem interesting!
Not sure yet what I am going to do with the gtab, I might as well keep it to have a testbed for rom flashing, not sure!
anyhow, ordered from costco in canada, so I have plenty of option in regard of exchange or credit (I expect the canadian version to follow the US pricing down to 499)
The reason why I am upgrading is that I want to use the encryption on the unit, I can't help to think about the nightmare if It got stolen!
Trig0r said:
Well just ordered my Xoom.
Had a poke on the Otterbox site and thinking of ordering one of them (Got the commuter on my DHD) as well as a matt screen cover (again on my DHD).
Then I came here, thinking perhaps I should of done that first as there seems to be mixed feelings about the Xoom, I mainly decided on the Xoom as it was the only one with 3g that I could get at the time..
Maybe I should of gone for the Flyer or A500 instead
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I returned my A500 for the Xoom last week and haven't looked back since. The Acer is heavier than the Xoom but it actually feels lighter because of the weight distribution on it. Overall the A500 is a very nice device but since Costco had the Xoom on sale for only $20 its an easy call.
The pros for the A500 are the full size usb connector and working SD card slot.
The pros for the Xoom are the software updates, dev support, and more accessories to name a few.
Yea I'm ordering the otterbox from amazon I've been looking for the white and black version that I saw on YouTube anybody know who has them
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I returned my A500 for the Xoom last week and haven't looked back since. The Acer is heavier than the Xoom but it actually feels lighter because of the weight distribution on it. Overall the A500 is a very nice device but since Costco had the Xoom on sale for only $20 its an easy call.
The pros for the A500 are the full size usb connector and working SD card slot.
The pros for the Xoom are the software updates, dev support, and more accessories to name a few.
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If you flash a custom kernel to the Xoom, you can have your SD card, and use it, too! :-D
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Whats the deal with custom ROM's, same sort of thing as the phone, unlock, root, clockworkmod?
Who's the best guys to follow ROM wise, I'm not so bothered about regular releases with all the new bells and whistles, I want something thats mature and well supported similar to what I get with the revolutionHD ROM that mike1986 kicks out..
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Whats the deal with custom ROM's, same sort of thing as the phone, unlock, root, clockworkmod?
Who's the best guys to follow ROM wise, I'm not so bothered about regular releases with all the new bells and whistles, I want something thats mature and well supported similar to what I get with the revolutionHD ROM that mike1986 kicks out..
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Since HC sources are not available, ROMs for the Xoom focus can only focus on overclocking, optimizing and adding small features but I can say that BigRushDog's work really adds to the performance of my Xoom.
BigRushDog (BRD) creates the Tiamat kernels and custom ROM (along with Solarnz and the rest of Team Tiamat) and is definitely the one to watch as far as custom romming on the Xoom currently.
Also keep an eye on the Launchpad kernel by TDR as well.
Whata bout the dreaded Tegra HD playback issues, that sort of thing fixed in the customs, what about the SD card slot working?
cancel your order and get the galaxy 10.1, i have my xoom for months and loved it, just got a GT and am selling my xoom on ebay, i LOVE my GT
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cancel your order and get the galaxy 10.1, i have my xoom for months and loved it, just got a GT and am selling my xoom on ebay, i LOVE my GT
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Why should he cancel I returned the 10.1 for the Xoom because theres no expandable storage or 3g data only wifi the only plus the 10.1 has is its thinner and I noticed the Xoom has longer battery life
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Why should he cancel I returned the 10.1 for the Xoom because theres no expandable storage or 3g data only wifi the only plus the 10.1 has is its thinner and I noticed the Xoom has longer battery life
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i personally hate Samsung products, the quality is cheap and they always break very easily. As well i think the xoom looks alot better and if i'm not mistaken it has a 5mp camera vs. the 3.15mp on the tab 10.1.
I had a Samsung N220 netbook, was ok tbh but the complete lack of support from Samsung was enoguh to put me off any of there stuff again..
The reason I went for the Xoom was for the 3g in the end as its the only Android tablet my supplier had in that was 3g, I would of looked at the Transformer but they dont stock Asus...
My requirements were, in no particular order.
Expandable storage
Bluetooth
Wifi
3G
Media Playback
I was also looking at the Flyer but they arent getting stock of the 3G one until the end of the month and I want it before then..
Xoom seemed to tick all the right boxes..
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I had a Samsung N220 netbook, was ok tbh but the complete lack of support from Samsung was enoguh to put me off any of there stuff again..
The reason I went for the Xoom was for the 3g in the end as its the only Android tablet my supplier had in that was 3g, I would of looked at the Transformer but they dont stock Asus...
My requirements were, in no particular order.
Expandable storage
Bluetooth
Wifi
3G
Media Playback
I was also looking at the Flyer but they arent getting stock of the 3G one until the end of the month and I want it before then..
Xoom seemed to tick all the right boxes..
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And if you get tired of verizon you can flash the xoom to another carrier like I did, $400 deposit for $35/month data my ass and thats after I gave them ****ers $800 for the xoom
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3G is pointless with a 4G Thunderbolt to tether to.
Galaxy Tab has better battery life
Screen is WAY better.
32GB internal is plenty of data for me, I had a Xoom for 3 months and never used the SD Card even after I rooted and installed the kernel for it.
Dont get me wrong, I loved my Xoom, but I think its outdated now. Its big and bulky, and has a sub par screen.
Just my opinion, but I think my SGT is ALOT nicer.
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3G is pointless with a 4G Thunderbolt to tether to.
Galaxy Tab has better battery life
Screen is WAY better.
32GB internal is plenty of data for me, I had a Xoom for 3 months and never used the SD Card even after I rooted and installed the kernel for it.
Dont get me wrong, I loved my Xoom, but I think its outdated now. Its big and bulky, and has a sub par screen.
Just my opinion, but I think my SGT is ALOT nicer.
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Try this experiment, that I did, only don't use your GT. I went into a BestBuy and tried to flex/twist the iPad2, Xoom and Iconia, The iPad2 and Xoom were solid, no give. The Iconia flexed and creaked. Let us know how the GT fares, but use a display model, not your personal GT.
As far as viewing angles go, I've not found the Xoom to be problematic as once the angle gets extreme the viewing experience goes down hill because of the angle, not just the change of image quality. Although I wouldn't complain if the Xoom had an IPA or equivalent display.
flyer is extremely laggy
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Try this experiment, that I did, only don't use your GT. I went into a BestBuy and tried to flex/twist the iPad2, Xoom and Iconia, The iPad2 and Xoom were solid, no give. The Iconia flexed and creaked. Let us know how the GT fares, but use a display model, not your personal GT.
As far as viewing angles go, I've not found the Xoom to be problematic as once the angle gets extreme the viewing experience goes down hill because of the angle, not just the change of image quality. Although I wouldn't complain if the Xoom had an IPA or equivalent display.
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Try this:
goto best buy, and slam the ipad2 on the ground. Does it break?
Point is, im careful with my devices. Im never going to "twist" my tablet. Its thin, so yes, its vulnerable. Luckily I am careful. If you want a brick to make sure you can twist your device without it breaking go for it.
So I bought a galaxy 10.1 and its formed an oil sluck. The retailer has no problem exchanging it but when researched I found this ia a known problem with the samsung. So rather exchange and risk it from happening again I'm looking into a teansformer. Can aomw of you help me decise what to do?
Well what are you looking for in a tablet, and does the transformer meet those needs?
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Well what are you looking for in a tablet, and does the transformer meet those needs?
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Basic web surfing, movies, emails. Watching my netflix from tab to tv. Nothing super techy.
If you want a keyboard dock with 16 hours of battery life then get a transformer. If not and you dont want another Samsung then get an Acer.
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So I bought a galaxy 10.1 and its formed an oil sluck.
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I'm not sure what this means...
But of course.. the TF is only $400 for the 16 gb model. If I only used the TF as a tablet (which I do when I'm not doing anything involving real work beyond reading pdf's, or in need of extra battery), I'd be happy with it. I can do the netflix, e-mails, and websurfing just fine. Of course, I've read that the HP Touchpad actually does the e-mails and web surfing a lot better, so you might as well get that one instead since it's so much cheaper.
IMO opinion the Transformer is the best all around Android tablet out there.
Good luck finding a Touchpad at this point, lol
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But of course.. the TF is only $400 for the 16 gb model. If I only used the TF as a tablet (which I do when I'm not doing anything involving real work beyond reading pdf's, or in need of extra battery), I'd be happy with it. I can do the netflix, e-mails, and websurfing just fine. Of course, I've read that the HP Touchpad actually does the e-mails and web surfing a lot better, so you might as well get that one instead since it's so much cheaper.
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Well not sure the Touchpad is able to run netflix. Most importantly good luck trying to find one at the firesale price.
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I'm not sure what this means...
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http://galaxytablife.com/2011/07/galaxy-tab-10-1-moisture-oil-slick-problem/
Thanks for the link...
Wow... that sucks, the 10.1 seems like such a nice device. I guess the lack of MicroSD and higher price aren't the only reason to get the transformer instead.
So i guess im going with the transformer. Cant afford for this to happen again. Its 100 cheaper and even with 16 or 32 gb card im going to save money. Agreed?
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So i guess im going with the transformer. Cant afford for this to happen again. Its 100 cheaper and even with 16 or 32 gb card im going to save money. Agreed?
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The Transformer isn't without it potential issues. My volume button broke on my first unit. Iwas able to return it with in 14 day and get a new one. I've heard of at least one guy who had his power button break.
I don't know if it a widespread problem or just a few lemons, but I'm very careful now. I try to avoid using the power or volume buttons as much as possible. I use the Audio Manager app to adjust the volume and when possible use the power plug to wake or start my device by pluging it in.
Still I'm really enjoying my Transformer.
Good luck!
I've had no issues at all with my Transformer
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So i guess im going with the transformer. Cant afford for this to happen again. Its 100 cheaper and even with 16 or 32 gb card im going to save money. Agreed?
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No, don't! Go with the ipad 2. Then you will know that you have a real tablet in your hands, not a cheap imitation.
goodintentions said:
No, don't! Go with the ipad 2. Then you will know that you have a real tablet in your hands, not a cheap imitation.
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Some of us don't whan an iPad or any of apples controled echo system. They whole, "cheap imitation" comment is a fanboy statement and kills your credibility as being an objective observer.
I had to decide between the samsung tab and the tf too but since the injunction against samsung tab in germany i had to take the tf. I heard about the issue of the screen in Galaxy tab but probably i would have go with the galaxy tab if it was avail at the time. Im not regretting at all the buy of the tf. I got lucky and have the one few b70s which is/are rootable. Although the tf has is own issues such as screen bleeding and some build issues, which i have only a small spot of lightbleeding, i still love the tf. Would buy it again plus the dock adds so much more to this device
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Hey Everyone!
Like the thread title says, I'm looking to buy a tablet. I never really wanted one because I thought they were excessive luxury items but Amazon's Kindle Fire announcement (mostly it's $200 price tag) made me think for the first time about getting a tablet.
However, once I learned about the Fire not having a microSD port, I looked at the B&N Nook Tablet. I played with it in stores and I really liked it, but that 7" screen isn't optimal for me. I was looking for other options and came across the refurbished Transformers going for $300 on Tigerdirect. (Using my Chase credit card, I can buy it from Amazon and get 5% cashback which means I can get the Transformer for about $285)
Obviously this forum is biased, but do you guys recommend the Transformer? I'd love the Prime, but I just don't have that kind of money as a college student. Am I better off going with the newer Nook Tablet? Have you guys heard of any problems with these refurbed Transformers?
Thanks in advance!
Asus refurbs have a bad name to them lately. Either way, I love my Transformer. I returned an iPad2 to buy it. My wife returned her Kindle Fire because she expected it to be more like the Transformer. Said she'd rather have no tablet, then a half a tablet.
So, my vote goes to Yes, Buy it.
I'll chime in here. I've had my Transformer since the summer and I must admit that I absolutely love it. For me it offers the ultimate in portability and choice. Whatever your desire, be it watching a movie, reading a book, updating a work document, accessing your home computer, playing a game or browsing the web, it is an ultra portable extension of your computing life. If you are already in the Android ecosystem, once you register your tablet all of your Android apps will show up on your device for download. Some things it does not do well is picture taking but who uses a tablet for taking pictures? Tethered to my Android phone, I have the internet anywhere on the go. I use it with the Swype keyboard (you have to sign up for the beta) to take notes at meetings and can nearly keep up with the spoken word. If that's not good enough at a meeting, voice record it. If you have kids, there is plethora of movies, games activities to keep them quiet in the back seat on a long ride. I rooted my tablet more because I like to tinker, but out of the box I think you will find that there is not much need to do so if you are no so inclined. The stock ROM is smooth and responsive and full of useful apps; not overly bloated with proprietary B.S. In short, what are you waiting for? Pull the trigger and you won't regret the investment; it's tons of fun and useful when needed.
I have to agree with aburgthing, it's a great tablet. I also got mine this summer to replace my Asus eeepc 1005HA which was so slow that I would rather use my Incredible instead of that slow piece of crap. I use mine constantly.
The thing is absolutely amazing because IMO it can do way more than your standard netbook, if you're a college student (like I was up until a month ago!) you'll definitely want to get the keyboard also. It's a great addition for multiple reasons: It makes typing way easier (IMO it's kind of awkward to type with your thumbs on a 10" screen), it provides you with a stand when you don't feel like holding the tablet, It gives you another 9 hour battery, it provides you with 2 usb ports which function exactly like usb ports on a pc and you get an SD card slot which supports up to (the current) 128GB. Not to mention if you install an app like syncSMS you can send text messages to friends during class with the professor being none the wiser (since the texts can be sent and received via your TF to your phone)!
It's an amazing piece of technology, I spent $600 total on mine and I don't regret it one bit.
look for some used equipment deals first. Usually you can find better deal than refurb.
I've seen people call it "OG" but I don't know what it stands for?
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OG = OriGinal. (Added by edit - I guess it's original ganster. Always thought it was for original or orgie)
That or orgie. Come on! You know what I mean. I am absolutely convinced most guys got the TF101 to have a portible porn viewing device.
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OP: I love this tablet, I use it everyday for business, gaming, media, Web surfing... You get the idea.
I would but new or from a reputable source if you go used. If you plan on typing a lot then get the dock also, it really makes this tab stand out compared to the rest.
I have zero regret with this tablet, much preferred over all the other choices... Aside from the prime, but i'm waiting for the revised version.
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I bought mine "like new" from Amazon for a pretty reasonable price from warehouse deals.
id have to say the transformer in my opinion is the best tablet out there minus the prime when its worked out. ....laugh all you want but id be willing to bet i am over 10 ft away from my tab for less than a few minutes a day i m pretty much attached to it....and except for things tht are just impossible to do, i have completely replaced my laptop with it.im a student as well and its done everything ive needed it to do/
I decided to pull the trigger. I'm really excited to get it! Thanks again everyone!
BTW, what did one of you mean when you said ASUS refurbs have a bad name recently?
I am very happy with the Transformer purchased mine around the time of the Touchpad big sale.Boy glad I did not get that thing,and wanted a tablet and hands down it is the best for the price.Picked up the dock at Christmas for $99 from Amazon a good deal.Check online for a good price I was lucky the price had dropped under $370 at the time.The refurbished will save you some but not that much imo save and get it new.
Absolutely love my Transformer. I would definitely buy it again if I had to. It is fast and I have not had any problems with it at all, everything works great. I think some places are even selling new ones cheaper now that the Prime is out as well, but I could be mistaken. I say go with the transformer.
just make sure the refurbed transformers are not ones with the bad light bleeding issue! thats the only issue i've had so far with my transformer...not a major problem, but can really annoy you at times
I had an ipad, ordered the Prime. Changed my shipping speed and Amazon graciously kicked me to the back of the line and i got backordered untill mid Feb so i cancelled.
So glad it happened, i grabbed a refurb OG Transformer and i love it. With the right rom and kernel it kicks my wife's laptops butt on loading webpages, and if you have seen anything on ICS it will just be that much faster. Very glad i saved the 200 bucks, power button is pretty weak though on my refurb but ill fix it if it gets too bad.
Glad to see you pulled the trigger, welcome to the darkside!
Isn't that how it always works? I was originally with Nook Color, then I traded up to a Galaxy Tab, then I traded up to a Transformer. I kept finding reasons to justify the cost.
The TF201 has some issues of its own, particularly flaky QC and poor wi-fi and GPS reception, of which the TF101 has neither but has had QC issues in the beginning (I believe they're all ironed out now).
The TF201 has a smooth, slick design, better thinner profile and weight, a better processor, better screen, better camera, overall better device but its issues are alarming and the fact that they announced the TF700T which seems like an admission of poor design for the TF201 leads me to believe you should either stick with the tried and true TF101 or at least wait until the TF700T.
Try looking on craigslist.
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sadly i didnt like the TF201, finger print magnet :/ the TF700 looks better though
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sadly i didnt like the TF201, finger print magnet :/ the TF700 looks better though
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You should get an ipad2. Apple came out with this anti-fingerprint technology where your fingerprints are instantly dissolved the moment you touched the screen.
I want to buy a Acer Iconia a500, I used one once that was bricked, I managed to fix it, there is even a guide I made of how to do it, however I didn't use the tablet when I fixed it, for that, I want to know how it performs and if it's good today.
Thanks for all.
That's a tough question to ask a year and almost 1/2 from the initial release. It is still a good device to own, BUT I personally would look at the alternatives in terms of purchasing it at this point.
There's no way I would go out and buy another Acer Iconia A500, is what I'm saying. There are several devices with more powerful processors and better screens out now that are selling for the same price as an Iconia A500 commercially. That being said, you'd have to be looking for something awfully specific to choose it over something "better" and the only thing that comes to mind that differentiates it from the others is a built in USB port.
I <3 the usb port. It's too bad the A510 and A700 don't have it. I agree with Neoprimal, though. If you want a tablet, I would look at something like the transformer infinity or if you feel like it, you could wait for the Nexus 10, but that might take a while...
Alright guys, then I will save money for better high-end tablet, but really I would like to wait little more till Windows 8 tablets go out, so I will test them and choose between Android or Windows 8 even though I cannot compare a full OS with Android but let's see...
My A500 is my work tablet. I use it for the databases I use on the job. I also use it to offload pictures from my camera between shoots. And, with the 64gb micro-sdxc card, I have a ton of movies, music, and TV shows stored. It's a solid, reliable, versatile tablet.
I also have a Nexus 7. The Tegra 3 system is fast and Jelly Bean is great... but it's more of a toy than a serious tablet.
The microsoft surface will be pretty interesting. Depending on the price tag, it has a lot of potential.
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I want to buy a Acer Iconia a500, I used one once that was bricked, I managed to fix it, there is even a guide I made of how to do it, however I didn't use the tablet when I fixed it, for that, I want to know how it performs and if it's good today.
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It comes down to price - I snagged my current 501 for one hundred dollars, so to me it was a great deal for even a year old tablet. I would say the a500 is probably good value at 250 US, but nothing more.
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It comes down to price - I snagged my current 501 for one hundred dollars, so to me it was a great deal for even a year old tablet. I would say the a500 is probably good value at 250 US, but nothing more.
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I was about to get one on eBay bricked exactly the way the one I fixed was for 80 USD, but then I ended buying something else :-/
cowboom has them for $200 used. I have one that i got from them almost 7 months ago and i love the damn thing. I love the fact that it has a full usb port so i can plug in my wireless mouse and keyboard. I love the fact the there is a flash for the main camera. And it looks pretty damn good.
There is also a good amount of development for it.
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What did you buy? What did you buy? Do tell. Do tell. I want to know, WE want to know. I demand to know. lol
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I was about to get one on eBay bricked exactly the way the one I fixed was for 80 USD, but then I ended buying something else :-/
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I was about to get one on eBay bricked exactly the way the one I fixed was for 80 USD, but then I ended buying something else :-/
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Yeah - mine was a bricked one on eBay as well... took me 30 minutes of Googling and 45 minutes of work to fix it!
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I also would look somewhere else. Personally I would go for the Nexus 7 at this point if I were in the market, precisely because its more of a toy. I used to use my tablet for work (the USB port and big screen are great and I've seriously dropped it a few times with minimal damage) however, now I've switched to using my phone for notes and todos and I have less need for these things. So I know what you mean about the A500 being good for work but I want a toy (development, screen size, nexus name)
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About a year ago it was a great tablet, but there are so many more options out that are better for the price. Though the iconia is one of the very few with a usb 2.0 port, but the asus transformer family have it with the dock, the nexus 7 is a great fast tablet, but you could untill they made a 10 inch nexus
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cowboom has them for $200 used. I have one that i got from them almost 7 months ago and i love the damn thing. I love the fact that it has a full usb port so i can plug in my wireless mouse and keyboard. I love the fact the there is a flash for the main camera. And it looks pretty damn good.
There is also a good amount of development for it.
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I bought the Dock of My Atrix (Including Moto Keyboard, Mouse, Multimedia, 18W Charger, and more Etc...) so I can plug USB HDD and other things I like to use plus I can use the BT devices for futures devices I buy.
Also I will wait a little longer, I'm not going to buy a Nexus 7, since in 2013 I'm going to university (College) and I would not like to use a laptop but who knows if I change my opinion...
(Off-Topic) Today I looked at my Join Date and I knew that I already can sell and buy things in the Marketplace ^^
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Serius???
Trust me i compared the iconia a500 vs my ipad 2 and the quality onthe ipad is great,better app,better support,better performance,better grafics,great display,come on people!!!!!!
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Indeed. The ipad is a different tablet altogether, particularly if you are looking for a reliable, curated ecosystem. On the other hand, the Android tablets are great fun to play around and customize to your hearts content, as long as you are willing to read blogs/sites, make backups, etc. Personally, it's a hobby so I enjoy it. However for my parents, it's an iPad no question.
cubano2031 said:
Serius???
Trust me i compared the iconia a500 vs my ipad 2 and the quality onthe ipad is great,better app,better support,better performance,better grafics,great display,come on people!!!!!!
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So... you bumped a thread without a post in a month and a half to cheer for Apple? Why, exactly, did you join XDA? To troll?
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Make me a favor please shut up..
Spanish version:callate por favor,que aqui nadie esta criticando man!!!!!!
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About a year ago it was a great tablet, but there are so many more options out that are better for the price. Though the iconia is one of the very few with a usb 2.0 port, but the asus transformer family have it with the dock, the nexus 7 is a great fast tablet, but you could untill they made a 10 inch nexus
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I bought one today for $125. Pretty good tablet, but I wouldn't spend more than what I did for it. Probably gonna load it up with games and books and give it to my son.
I adored my a500 last summer when I first got it, but I noticed it gets a bit wonky after about a year of use. I use mine daily. Reading, games,email,surfing,etc. Luckily I was able to exchange for a new one and that froze on startup screen after a month. It was "gently used" . I am wondering if I have bad tablet luck or the tab just konks out after a period of time for whatever reason.
I now have another "gently used" one while they are trying to fix my old one that froze on startup screen.
It seems to be working well.
I am considering the Nexus 7. I love the camera in my a500 and ability for SD card and installing my USB keyboard.
Guess I gotta make the good ol' pro's and con's list huh?
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I adored my a500 last summer when I first got it, but I noticed it gets a bit wonky after about a year of use. I use mine daily. Reading, games,email,surfing,etc. Luckily I was able to exchange for a new one and that froze on startup screen after a month. It was "gently used" . I am wondering if I have bad tablet luck or the tab just konks out after a period of time for whatever reason.
I now have another "gently used" one while they are trying to fix my old one that froze on startup screen.
It seems to be working well.
I am considering the Nexus 7. I love the camera in my a500 and ability for SD card and installing my USB keyboard.
Guess I gotta make the good ol' pro's and con's list huh?
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I use both my A500 and my Nexus 7 daily. The Iconia, I've had about a year and a half, and it's been trouble-free. No idea why you seem to be having a string of problems with them. The Nexus 7 is a look at what the next-gen Android tablets will be. They literally make the iPad look silly.
I bought a password locked A500 for $155 on Ebay. If you find something for that price go for it. A ten inch name brand tablet is a great steal for that price. Plus the development community is great, with Jellybean in the works. Plus it has over clocking, which this tablet already out performs my expectations especially being over a year old and running a Tegra 2. It's a solid tablet, I use it for typing my papers and doing my research at my university, and if you don't plan on doing anything ridiculously graphically intensive it will suit all your needs just fine.
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