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I am due to receive my device in the coming days and I already know the ins-and -outs of the flashing process.
What I can't decide on is whether I should flash the VegaComb 3.2 build 8.1 rom which is honeycomb (what I originally wanted) or whether to flash the Corvus 5 rom with honeycomb theme which allows me to overclock and use as a USB host device.
Anyone willing to help? as of yet I haven't had a chance to try either of these roms personally,
many thanks
Im using vegacomb love its smoothness and layout but its really self preference you have to decide what you wil use the vega for then look at wat rom will suit your needs either way welcome
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Thanks, wondered whether vegacomb was fast enough for intensive use
Mind you I could flash both and keep a nandroid backup of each, thanks for the help
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Vegacomb is more than fast enough far everyday use. I am sure the usb host will be added in future updates. You could always get a dock if the host mode is a must. I will never go back to a froyo based rom. Froyo is for phones and it shows!!
For me Vegacomb is a must for the vega. Hats off to TeamNewCo, they have done a fantastic job.
Take it easy.
Hi there, I'm a long time Lurker on these forums but just thought I would put my two pennethworth in! I just got my Vega on Wednesday and after some messing about/research I followed a YouTube vid and flashed to Vegacomb and all I can say is WOW. It does so much more than the stock, the games work well and the films I've watched at work have been spot on. It also looks very smooth and has upset some of the Apple fanboys who think they own the rights to this stuff (NOT!). No complaints from me with this lot.
Also a big thanks to all those who are putting so much into developing it!
hello TO everybody. I am a owner of an transformer tf101 3gB70
Momently not rootable
I've post every day after the purchase of my asus tf b70 on the official asus site on facebook until they have banned me only because i have made them a few question about the locked bootloader and how to get root acces TO use some apps like titanium backup
So i invite you all users and non users of an tf B70 TO post on their site and other socialnetworks To release a tool TO get root on ouer tf b70 and invite them(ASUS) TO follow others that are providing devices with lower costs but are developer free!!
So one day we get root on the transformer too!
It can be a solution but I think it's not enough while if u are thinking about how many people bought transformer and how many people want to be able to root their device there is too much difference. Just for example from 800000 sold transformer maybe 2000-3000 wants to root it. The rest is very pleased with their stock rom. This is just what I think nothing more. From the other part why not can the manufacturers monitorize XDA like forums and even include scripts and other good things which can improve their device performance. Yeah it's like an ideal world of user-developer-manufacturer community which, I think, we will never see.
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Understandy your feeling and I've rooted all android phones I've had.but I think stock transformer works pretty good...
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Are all B70 non rootable? Because mines is B70KAS... and I used brk.rootkit.ww.v6.3 for root (and adding clockwork, busybox and superuser) and Clemsyn-Blades3.2OCver21 (with voodoo module) for overclock.
Everything worked perfect.
PD: Shipped with Android 3.1, and updated to 3.2 before rooting. WW Version.
mrmenta said:
Are all B70 non rootable? Because mines is B70KAS... and I used brk.rootkit.ww.v6.3 for root (and adding clockwork, busybox and superuser) and Clemsyn-Blades3.2OCver21 (with voodoo module) for overclock.
Everything worked perfect.
PD: Shipped with Android 3.1, and updated to 3.2 before rooting. WW Version.
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Asus change the SBK mid way in July so some early B7O are rootable.
I've rooted 2 android phones and another tablet (creative ziio) but to be honest I feel little need with the TF.
It has no real annoying stock apps and everything seems to be working ok.
I have a non rootable b70, but I hoppe devs will unlook it, its a matter of time...
What are the obvious advantages in rooting the tf101? Any new functionality?
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Tuborg68 said:
What are the obvious advantages in rooting the tf101? Any new functionality?
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With one word? Freedom!
You can install custom ROMs, remove system apps, you can overclock your CPU. Just a few things...
I've still swithering between this the Xoom, Playbook or just waiting for something new but I'd echo the comments about the stock ROM being really good, theres actually plenty of folk who use the Asus Widgets (weather, email) on their non asus tablets because they look really good!
I think the Transformer with the keyboard already supplies most of the functionality that some of the others need rooted for (USB connection for flashdrives/hard discs), however if I do get one I'd like to be able to root for the overclock and ability to use a 3G USB Modem,
If you find it ok to have your tab stock !
Try to use titanium backup or the stock browser ho is closing itself during typing until it forces to close
After a month of use asus finally decided to release an update
But if we got root the problem was resolved a long time ago in other custom rom on xda fo the transformer
I hope the one I have coming from newegg isn't the latest B70. I'm sure I would be satisfied for awhile with a stock TF, but I hack everything I buy when it comes to phones, tablets, and computers LOL
I'm. Scouring through my area to find a B60 not easy...
i just bought a B80, it was a new model number and everything, i knew i couldnt root it right now. im fine with that, this thing is very fast and performs very well.
I can wait the month or 2 it will take to hack the new key.
This is my first tablet and im happy i was patient enough to wait for something as good as this.
Very happy with my transformer no reason to root yet,
Currently Pinnacle 1.2 and have never been happier
i got a tf yesterday, even tho i new not ti get a b70, i ended up with 1, stock rom is awesome, imo, but the roms that the devs make on these forums are so much awesomer lol, looking forward to getting rooted and flashing revolver rom, ta
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I just got a B80 model as well and am quite happy with it. I can't wait for root though for overclocking and custom tweaks. Hopefully it's not too far down the road!
I have a B70 but i also cant root it. So i must wait with the stock rom (its quit nice) but i want root and i WANT a custom rom on it.. damn sh*t....
Forgive my ignorance, where do I find this B70?
I just bought my TF. I looked through the settings About and not seeing anything indicating the hardware version (which is what B70 refers to, right?). Where do I find this.
I'm not out to root my TF (yet), I plan on doing app development and so far have not needed any root privileges.
wdtj said:
I just bought my TF. I looked through the settings About and not seeing anything indicating the hardware version (which is what B70 refers to, right?). Where do I find this.
I'm not out to root my TF (yet), I plan on doing app development and so far have not needed any root privileges.
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Look for a sticker next to the power/dock connector on the tablet. It will have a serial number beginning with "B". So the second digit will indicate which revision you have.
As per title , I was looking for a Phone / Tablet after selling my ZTE Blade and Hannspad 10" Tablet.
Wondered if this can play games like Asphalt 6???
Also is putting a rom on very easy??
I am used to clockwork mod but not fastboot etc.
Also I read that with some roms you have to flash other files as well (Gingerbread)
Are Those Safe To Flash (UK Dell Streak Mini 5)
The price I was looking was £180 or should I just save for a HTC Sensation XL / Galaxy Note (at least twice as expensive)
I am currenty is still using the Streak but will upgrade to a Galaxy Note in a week or so. if you don't mind the Streak being last years toy than the Streak is a great device. Its pretty easy to flash new rom n upgrade to 2.3 andriod. U might have to do some reading in this form. The problem is that this form is not too kind to noods. The streak is pretty fast once its upgraded to andriod 2.3+. If money is not an issue than buy a galaxy note. I really dont understand why we need a super fast cpu on a phone. I want the Note because it has a bigger n a better screem. if u need some help in flashing to 2.3 I might be able to help.
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I find the people in this forum to be very helpful, in fact many of them have taken the time to write up detailed instructions to improve every aspect of this phone. I think they just get a little testy when people don't take the time to read or even find their hard work. There are tutorials all over, and I'm sure you will quickly become a pro. Tools have been developed that make flashing very easy for the noob. Once you get the drivers set up on your PC, you can install a new pre-rooted rom in minutes. Then you can download and install many roms and themes without ever needing a computer.
I find that the Streak still satisfies all of my NEEDS as a phone/tablet, but not necessarily all of my WANTS. Of course you'll always want bigger and better...
Not sure about gaming on the streak, as I do very little, but keep in mind the ram and processor are about half of the newest models.
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If you ignored price, you'd prob be better off buying a gnote or a galaxy nexus,
but you could buy 2-3 streaks for the price of either of those (unlocked vs unlocked).
The xl is also slower then the xe, it's a generation older spec wise (yea what the dell htc?). It's still faster then the s5, but slower then the xe.
The streak's now an aging device, dont expect to pay much but dont expect amazing performence compared to newer devices.
Well i just moved to the IPhone 4S i dont really use my Streak anymore, im about to sell it if your interested, is in amazing condition, i personally installed a custom rom gingerstreak 2.4.2.2 and is rooted, let me know if you interested, ill ship anywhere in the world
I also came from a ZTE Blade. It's a little more confusing installing roms.
Thanks guys
Well I purchased one for £135 ($213)
Bargain if you ask me.
I pick it up next week and will put Gingerbread on it (fingers crossed)
Hope I'm not dissapointed as I loved my 10" Hannspad.
As long as it plays Asphalt 6 I will be happy (I read it can play the new tintin game as well )
Thats a bargain. I paid £190 for mine and I already thought that was a bargain!
Good investment. ICS is OFFICIALLY coming to the 5, via DJ Steve. It's worth noting that 4.0 makes better use of the hardware, so with a solid 1.2ghz overclock the Streak + ICS should be a wonderful device even against the newest phones.
Heres the link incase anyone is interested..
He messaged me and said he accepts £135 no less
Its an IT firm not far from me , so fingers crossed they are just ex-demo
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/260895954177?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
Bought mine 31st Oct. Paid £199,99 for it via eBay, Brand New!
Happy with it... but trying to install a custom ROM is kinda tricky! So gave up trying to flash a new ROM. Sticking with 2.2.2 for the time being!
Flashing customs ROM's on my previous handset (HTC HD2) was a piece of cake ... flashed a few different ROM's on that, with ease!"
As soon as you flash recovery and amss and dsp1 (baseband?) isnt it the same (flash zip via recovery?)
Once you are on the right files flashing zip is easy (I think anyway)
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As soon as you flash recovery and amss and dsp1 (baseband?) isnt it the same (flash zip via recovery?)
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That's where I got stuck. Couldn't flash those 2 files to the handset. Managed to flash the ROM fine, as I did that via the SD card, via Recovery.
But trying to flash the AMSS and DSP1 was effort, so had to revert back to the stock 2.2.2 ROM!
First things to do
Reinstall Streak Drivers.
Try A laptop or different PC.
Download these into a folder and run flash.cmd (this is for DSC Rom but more roms use same baseband
or..........................
Use this video guide???
http://www.itsmyiphoneworld.com/android-device/djstevenscustomromfordellstreak5gingerstreak244
roy8846 said:
First things to do
Reinstall Streak Drivers.
Try A laptop or different PC.
Download these into a folder and run flash.cmd (this is for DSC Rom but more roms use same baseband
or..........................
Use this video guide???
http://www.itsmyiphoneworld.com/android-device/djstevenscustomromfordellstreak5gingerstreak244
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Hey that's no video guide... that's just a video showing the GingerStreak 2.4.4!
Like I mentioned, I get stuck on trying to flash the amss + DSP!
I'm dying to try and get the GingerStreak 2.4.4 working correctly on my device.
First off anyone wanting to root do not update past 8.6.5.19 or 8.6.6.19 for the tf01g the newest firmware update from asus .21 blocks the razorclaw root exploit.
i dnt know about the rest of you but i watched this forum and others for about 2 months straight when i got my B80 tf01 waiting for a way to root...i mean everyday anxiously....to the point i was teaching myself android to see if i could figure out a way myself!! realistic or not..
the transformer isnt my first android device but ive only had a few and infact the tf01 stole me away from my ipad thankfully!!! thanx android!! But once i got root i was so happy it was literally an awesome christmas gift from rayman and the devs and asus ultimately.
Now heres where my observstions come in....whether anyone cares or not...after waiting for root like i did and finally getting it there was no wayespecially after seeing the roms out there that i was puting asus firmware back on my device...the devs will support it better and longer anyway.... why in the world would people who had root just go and OTA update and blow root, im guessing those who did are probably not meant to root and are probably safer not rooted.
I know its not the way it is but its almost like we got a little way in that only those who are advanced enough would be able to get and keep root and those not advanced enough would miss the chance or lose root.. I for one wont put anything straight from asus on my device unless devs just cant do ics which i highly doubt. more likely they will release before asus.
i used to really wonder why there were some questions not answered or the guys in the know getting aggravated about thwe questions over and over again, but not anymore i so respect these guys and totally understand where they are coming from watching people ask some of the questions ive seen in the last few days after this update so makes me get it.
Loosely put the level of noobness is amazing around this neck of the woods ?
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what on earth is the purpose of this post?
Were you high when you wrote this ?
After reading this post twice, I'm still confused what the purpose is.. must have been a nice trip?
I dont agree that anyone but a noob should return to stock. I regard myself pretty clued up with technology and sheer geekery and have been for thirty years, but I returned to stock due to just wanting this device to work. I had certain issues after rooting and was happy with how it worked before rooting. Now I do agree the devs here do a brilliant job, but for me, I am happy with a stock device for the time being.
Seg
not a whole lot of purpose to the post other than warning those who obviously dont know and a little bit of a rant or ramble... it is the general forum and i didnt see anything too terribly wrong with it..
if it was totally out of line then i apologize just some people amaze me sometimes.....
for those who feel stock is more reliabe more power too ya and we are all entitled to our opinions and i just disagree.... stock for me wasnt even close in peformance and obviouly control of my device was far from what i have with root.... i can return to stock anytime if needed but i cant justify it.
Since updates from asus come out pretty often i dont see any point in rooting at least not for me. I did root my nexus one though and got CM7 on it but for my TF101 i still prefer it stock since the updates come really fast and they usually breaks the root exploit and such...i think this is a personal thing, for me i'm pretty satisfied with stock..until they stop giving out updates regularly then i'll start rooting and playing with custom roms on my TF101 just like i did on my N1
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Since updates from asus come out pretty often i dont see any point in rooting at least not for me. I did root my nexus one though and got CM7 on it but for my TF101 i still prefer it stock since the updates come really fast and they usually breaks the root exploit and such...i think this is a personal thing, for me i'm pretty satisfied with stock..until they stop giving out updates regularly then i'll start rooting and playing with custom roms on my TF101 just like i did on my N1
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Also, the battery life and speed of stock is perfect to be honest.
The Transformer is my 4th android device and it's the only one so far i've NOT rooted.
Currently, I see Asus updating it regularly and I don't want to miss out on any vital updates.
With my phones, rooting was essential to make space, get rid of annoying stock apps and tether to other devices.
With the TF101 I don't see a major need for me to root.
I dont understand the point of the OP (opening post) and must say that I prefer my TF101 just as it is - unrooted and FULLY up to date.
I have a question, as I just got my tablet a couple days ago. So basically, what the OP is saying is that you can't root if you update to 8.6.5.21. I've been doing a lot of reading (this isn't my first android device), and I think I've come to conclusion that I can't root just yet. A) You have to be on a lower version than 8.6.5.21. B) Your serial number has to be B70 or lower. So, even if I downgraded to the lower version number, I still won't be able to root? (My serial number starts with B90) Thanks for your input, as I'm not going to attempt to root until I have all the facts straight.
dougstoner said:
I have a question, as I just got my tablet a couple days ago. So basically, what the OP is saying is that you can't root if you update to 8.6.5.21. I've been doing a lot of reading (this isn't my first android device), and I think I've come to conclusion that I can't root just yet. A) You have to be on a lower version than 8.6.5.21. B) Your serial number has to be B70 or lower. So, even if I downgraded to the lower version number, I still won't be able to root? (My serial number starts with B90) Thanks for your input, as I'm not going to attempt to root until I have all the facts straight.
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I think I get the point of the OP- a warning and general observations. To some extent, I agree. Because of the speed that ASUS sends out updates, it's trickier to maintain root on a stock system. If you want to run a non-rooted stock rom, then the updates are safe. If you want to run a rooted stock rom, you'll have to do some legwork to maintain root. It would probably be easier to just run a custom rom, rather than a rooted stock rom. As far as the newb questions go, I don't mind the ones that have done some homework, but I usually ignore the ones that don't even know what they are asking.
@dougstoner- either A OR B will work. For you, your only root option today is 8.6.5.19, although I'm not sure if it's possible to downgrade.
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dougstoner said:
I have a question, as I just got my tablet a couple days ago. So basically, what the OP is saying is that you can't root if you update to 8.6.5.21. I've been doing a lot of reading (this isn't my first android device), and I think I've come to conclusion that I can't root just yet. A) You have to be on a lower version than 8.6.5.21. B) Your serial number has to be B70 or lower. So, even if I downgraded to the lower version number, I still won't be able to root? (My serial number starts with B90) Thanks for your input, as I'm not going to attempt to root until I have all the facts straight.
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False.
BA0 here (means this is beyond the B# series). Bought TF a week ago, came with the dock bundle. Updated to the latest Asus FW but had no trouble using RC or CWM installer.apk
the only thing I can't really do is put it into APX mode and use NVFlash.
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False.
BA0 here (means this is beyond the B# series). Bought TF a week ago, came with the dock bundle. Updated to the latest Asus FW but had no trouble using RC or CWM installer.apk
the only thing I can't really do is put it into APX mode and use NVFlash.
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Don't say false, you might have gotten lucky and got 8.6.5.19 but
keep in mind the latest update got pushed out about a week or so, the latest update for you at the time might have been 8.6.5.19 but the latest as of now is 8.6.5.21 which is not rootable with Razorclaw.
Being you have a BAO you will not be able to use NVFLash at this time.
Your BAO is just a continuation of B9O.
A continuation right the way upto F.
So, if I can downgrade to the lowest version, I can root. (if that's possible)
I can't install a custom bootloader though right? Since my serial number is too high? Basically, all I can do is root if I can get to the right version, and wait until I have NVFlash for higher serial numbers to load a custom rom? Thanks for all the replies guys. I appreciate it.
The OP could have been onto something.
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I always prefer root on any android device because it allows for customistions way beyond stock firmwre.until you have rooted and used a transformer running a custom firmware at 1.5ghz you have no frame of reference at all. Most custom rom devs will update their Roms using the latest Asus firmware anyway so you aren't missing out on any new stock firmware features. I wouldn't go back to stock now if you paid me! I liken it to tuning a car, stock is fine but there is nothing like remapping the ecu and it often makes the car handle better and use less fuel.
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I always prefer root on any android device because it allows for customistions way beyond stock firmwre.until you have rooted and used a transformer running a custom firmware at 1.5ghz you have no frame of reference at all. Most custom rom devs will update their Roms using the latest Asus firmware anyway so you aren't missing out on any new stock firmware features. I wouldn't go back to stock now if you paid me! I liken it to tuning a car, stock is fine but there is nothing like remapping the ecu and it often makes the car handle better and use less fuel.
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If only for Voodoo rooting is an absolute must.
Hi everyone, great threads on this forum and it's helped guided me with a lot of questions that I've been facing.
So my wonderful gf bought me this tablet as a surprise last week, I've greatly enjoyed it.
But I'm still a little tossed up on it, the experience with the tablet has been mixed.
At times it's great speedy, responsive, and probably providing me with the best first time experience with a Android based tablet.
Other times not so much, I do understand this is a year old tablet, not the latest and greatest (as far as the RAM goes, display can be a little better but still awesome). So at times it would be sloooooooooooow, and chuggish.
I remember reading on the forum somewhere forgot who posted it, but they were comparing a Samsung Note/Galaxy to this and it's night and day at times, games would be running a lot more smoother on those units then this one. (which I've come across when I was showing off to my cousins and they had a Note, showoff failed)
So I just have a couple of questions and maybe you guys can all help me with a few suggestions.
Is this table worth keeping? Or do I wait for the next generation of the Transformer to come out?
Should I root/custom Rom for a better experience? But then again, shouldn't a brand new out of a box tablet give me that optimum experience already?
I've searched and read multiple threads and it's given me somewhat of a direction.
But waiting for a brand new tablet with Tegra4 + more RAM otw could also be more worthwhile.....
My gf paid retail value for this tablet (which is pretty steep up in Canada 500$?), so I'm just trying to see what would be the best...either I return and wait up? or Root/Rom and try the new experience.
I know I've been a little vague,but I really don't know what else to add as I'm still a FOB (fresh on the boat :fingers-crossed with Android Tablets.
I guess, am I expecting too much out of a unit that is a year old?
Lummers said:
Hi everyone, great threads on this forum and it's helped guided me with a lot of questions that I've been facing.
So my wonderful gf bought me this tablet as a surprise last week, I've greatly enjoyed it.
But I'm still a little tossed up on it, the experience with the tablet has been mixed.
At times it's great speedy, responsive, and probably providing me with the best first time experience with a Android based tablet.
Other times not so much, I do understand this is a year old tablet, not the latest and greatest (as far as the RAM goes, display can be a little better but still awesome). So at times it would be sloooooooooooow, and chuggish.
I remember reading on the forum somewhere forgot who posted it, but they were comparing a Samsung Note/Galaxy to this and it's night and day at times, games would be running a lot more smoother on those units then this one. (which I've come across when I was showing off to my cousins and they had a Note, showoff failed)
So I just have a couple of questions and maybe you guys can all help me with a few suggestions.
Is this table worth keeping? Or do I wait for the next generation of the Transformer to come out?
Should I root/custom Rom for a better experience? But then again, shouldn't a brand new out of a box tablet give me that optimum experience already?
I've searched and read multiple threads and it's given me somewhat of a direction.
But waiting for a brand new tablet with Tegra4 + more RAM otw could also be more worthwhile.....
My gf paid retail value for this tablet (which is pretty steep up in Canada 500$?), so I'm just trying to see what would be the best...either I return and wait up? or Root/Rom and try the new experience.
I know I've been a little vague,but I really don't know what else to add as I'm still a FOB (fresh on the boat :fingers-crossed with Android Tablets.
I guess, am I expecting too much out of a unit that is a year old?
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Welcome on board, I've had the same experience like you with the tablet so I am going to provide you with some thoughts of mine, there is also a thread called "would you buy this tablet again" somewere.
I'd highly recommend using an app called clean-master it's basically Androids counterpart to the famous CCleaner on a pc, whenever the tablet feels slow/laggy run it.
The display is ok, but like you said it could and should be brighter with a higher PPI but since it's more of a budget tablet Asus had to cut costs somewhere.
Better experience:
Rooting and flashing a custom ROM would be a good way to get a way better experience out of this thing. After receiving mine baack I've installed Paranoid 3.99 althoug it's not the official release it is very stable, responsible and offers a lot of customization options, stock Android ones are heavily lacking. You can also overclock this thing without any worries for example mine is running at 1,5 ghz right now and the experience is way better then before although for most of my stuff already to fast, since I am only doing notes, browsing and emailes on my tablets.
If I were you, I would wait for the TF 701 release:
Screen: 300ppi 2560 x 1600 resolution
inside: 2 gb RAM 1,9 ghz Tegra 4 cpu
according to Asus it will cost 499 $ with an included dock station, like all Asus tablets it offers an SD slot hopefully on the tablet and the dock
If you are looking for even more power the next note from Samsung might be worth a look, the screen quality will be the same but it comes with powerful 3 GB of RAM, so perfect for multitasking if you need it the downside is Samsung is looking at a 699 $ pricetag.
Hope that helps and welcome aboard
frankgreimes said:
Welcome on board, I've had the same experience like you with the tablet so I am going to provide you with some thoughts of mine, there is also a thread called "would you buy this tablet again" somewere.
I'd highly recommend using an app called clean-master it's basically Androids counterpart to the famous CCleaner on a pc, whenever the tablet feels slow/laggy run it.
The display is ok, but like you said it could and should be brighter with a higher PPI but since it's more of a budget tablet Asus had to cut costs somewhere.
Better experience:
Rooting and flashing a custom ROM would be a good way to get a way better experience out of this thing. After receiving mine baack I've installed Paranoid 3.99 althoug it's not the official release it is very stable, responsible and offers a lot of customization options, stock Android ones are heavily lacking. You can also overclock this thing without any worries for example mine is running at 1,5 ghz right now and the experience is way better then before although for most of my stuff already to fast, since I am only doing notes, browsing and emailes on my tablets.
If I were you, I would wait for the TF 701 release:
Screen: 300ppi 2560 x 1600 resolution
inside: 2 gb RAM 1,9 ghz Tegra 4 cpu
according to Asus it will cost 499 $ with an included dock station, like all Asus tablets it offers an SD slot hopefully on the tablet and the dock
If you are looking for even more power the next note from Samsung might be worth a look, the screen quality will be the same but it comes with powerful 3 GB of RAM, so perfect for multitasking if you need it the downside is Samsung is looking at a 699 $ pricetag.
Hope that helps and welcome aboard
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I've been following that thread Is it still worth buying this tablet extensively, it's been very very informative.
From what I got after reading that thread is that a lot of people are happy with this tablet.
I've decided to keep this tablet for now, and if/when the next generation one does come out, maybe I'll pawn this off and hopefully get that one.
Would you guys be able to guide me into which thread might have a list of roms that I may find that may be suitable for me?
As well as which information you would need from me to help you with a selection.
Thank you guys.
Lummers said:
I've been following that thread Is it still worth buying this tablet extensively, it's been very very informative.
From what I got after reading that thread is that a lot of people are happy with this tablet.
I've decided to keep this tablet for now, and if/when the next generation one does come out, maybe I'll pawn this off and hopefully get that one.
Would you guys be able to guide me into which thread might have a list of roms that I may find that may be suitable for me?
As well as which information you would need from me to help you with a selection.
Thank you guys.
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Personally I am still undecided in terms of waiting for the TF 701 or even the next generation, if Asus does I can see them packing it with 4 gig of RAM and then we can really talk about multi tasking but the TF 701 looks really great from what I've seen and read so undecided.
In terms of ROM I am big fan of Cyanogenmod and Paranoid, both are offering great customization options, superuser abilities right from the installing and of course a much smoother experience than stock Android.
Paranoid has an unofficial 3.99 (Android 4.3) build currently and Cyanogenmod is offering Nightly builds, since both aren't official releases some things might not work yet but they are for the most part stable. I would manually install them and use a tool like goomanager for flashing/updating the ROM if available.
frankgreimes said:
Personally I am still undecided in terms of waiting for the TF 701 or even the next generation, if Asus does I can see them packing it with 4 gig of RAM and then we can really talk about multi tasking but the TF 701 looks really great from what I've seen and read so undecided.
In terms of ROM I am big fan of Cyanogenmod and Paranoid, both are offering great customization options, superuser abilities right from the installing and of course a much smoother experience than stock Android.
Paranoid has an unofficial 3.99 (Android 4.3) build currently and Cyanogenmod is offering Nightly builds, since both aren't official releases some things might not work yet but they are for the most part stable. I would manually install them and use a tool like goomanager for flashing/updating the ROM if available.
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I'm a little torn as well....the TF701 does look amazing spec wise...I'm still contemplating if I should return and grab that one....but my first tablet...kind of want to pop my Root/Custom rom cherry with this one as I've read great reviews about it from everyone on the forum so far. :good:
Is there a thread/site that you can kindly guide me to so I can take a look at these ROM's to see what they offer me and which one might suite me the best?
As well would I be able to retain the Asus Apps or would it be a clean slate ROM?
Still a little lost on some of these ROM options, and if I didn't like the ROM's is it possible to go back to factory defaults?
Thanks once again, much appreciated.
Lummers said:
I'm a little torn as well....the TF701 does look amazing spec wise...I'm still contemplating if I should return and grab that one....but my first tablet...kind of want to pop my Root/Custom rom cherry with this one as I've read great reviews about it from everyone on the forum so far. :good:
Is there a thread/site that you can kindly guide me to so I can take a look at these ROM's to see what they offer me and which one might suite me the best?
As well would I be able to retain the Asus Apps or would it be a clean slate ROM?
Still a little lost on some of these ROM options, and if I didn't like the ROM's is it possible to go back to factory defaults?
Thanks once again, much appreciated.
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Things to make sure before doing that:
1. Use the right version for your bootloader of either Clock Work Mod oder Team Win Recovery Projects
2. Backup all your important apps with Titanium Backup Pro
Links Cyanogenmod, Paranoid is also known as AOSPA you can get it here they used to have an official website but can't find it right now also you are going to find a lot of versions including the newest in the Development section of this forum.
You can also use the GooManager to flash/update your ROMS, especially useful if you are using nightly builds for Cyanogenmod
as for the Asus Apps:
It really depends what you need, personally I've done a full app backup and only restored the ones I sometimes use such as livebackgrounds, if so mething important is still missing I'll just restore it using Titanium Backup
Going back to your "usual Asus ROM" is rather easy:
Just use CWM or TWRP and select the Restore option
Before installing a new ROM:
Do a davlik/system/cache/data wipe, I would not recommend to wipe the whole internal or external sd card because all your data will be lost so be careful there
I am sure there are people who can give you a way better introduction on all the available Roms than me, since I am just stickong to the ones that work perfect for me and I am only having this tablet since may so good luck
frankgreimes said:
Things to make sure before doing that:
1. Use the right version for your bootloader of eitherClock Work Mod oder Team Win Recovery Projects
2. Backup all your important apps with Titanium Backup Pro
Links Cyanogenmod, Paranoid is also known as AOSPA you can get it here they used to have an official website but can't find it right now also you are going to find a lot of versions including the newest in the Development section of this forum.
You can also use the GooManager to flash/update your ROMS, especially useful if you are using nightly builds for Cyanogenmod
as for the Asus Apps:
It really depends what you need, personally I've done a full app backup and only restored the ones I sometimes use such as livebackgrounds, if so mething important is still missing I'll just restore it using Titanium Backup
Going back to your "usual Asus ROM" is rather easy:
Just use CWM or TWRP and select the Restore option
Before installing a new ROM:
Do a davlik/system/cache/data wipe, I would not recommend to wipe the whole internal or external sd card because all your data will be lost so be careful there
I am sure there are people who can give you a way better introduction on all the available Roms than me, since I am just stickong to the ones that work perfect for me and I am only having this tablet since may so good luck
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Awesome!! :good:
You've been of great help.
I'll browse around those ones for sure and take a look and learn some more before doing anything.
Are there any other steps I would need to do prior to flashing a rom?
I've been reading unlocking the unit before flashing the ROM? Not too sure what that is about.
As usual Thanks!
Lummers said:
Awesome!! :good:
You've been of great help.
I'll browse around those ones for sure and take a look and learn some more before doing anything.
Are there any other steps I would need to do prior to flashing a rom?
I've been reading unlocking the unit before flashing the ROM? Not too sure what that is about.
As usual Thanks!
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Glad, I've helped you
Steps you need
1. rooted tablet just search for motorshoper here - just subscribe to the thread it's an awesome tool to get superuser "root" access
2. download the bootloader unlocker from the Asus webpage
should work flawlessly if you aren't sure,about having root rights use an app like root checker
be aware always make sure to read the steps carefully and only download the right TWRP or CWM version for your bootloader. Also search for potential problems before atempting to downgrade versions, without having a working backup this way you are going to save yourself a bit of time and trouble.
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Glad, I've helped you
Steps you need
1. rooted tablet just search for motorshoper here - just subscribe to the thread it's an awesome tool to get superuser "root" access
2. download the bootloader unlocker from the Asus webpage
should work flawlessly if you aren't sure,about having root rights use an app like root checker
be aware always make sure to read the steps carefully and only download the right TWRP or CWM version for your bootloader. Also search for potential problems before atempting to downgrade versions, without having a working backup this way you are going to save yourself a bit of time and trouble.
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Thanks!!
Super excited now to see the potential of this tablet!
Can't wait.
I'll be doing a little research to see which one fits me the best for my needs.
Lummers said:
Thanks!!
Super excited now to see the potential of this tablet!
Can't wait.
I'll be doing a little research to see which one fits me the best for my needs.
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Thats part of the fun when you are using custom ROMs there are tons outthere and thanks to the former mentioned tools trying them out and see if they fit you, is easy.
Can't wait to change my blackberry so I can enjoy custom Roms on my handy too.
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Thats part of the fun when you are using custom ROMs there are tons outthere and thanks to the former mentioned tools trying them out and see if they fit you, is easy.
Can't wait to change my blackberry so I can enjoy custom Roms on my handy too.
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Gasssps Blackberry?
I'm on the iPhone 4 so I shouldn't be saying much..
Question - any reason why I would go with a nightly build over a RC/S build?
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Gasssps Blackberry?
I'm on the iPhone 4 so I shouldn't be saying much..
Question - any reason why I would go with a nightly build over a RC/S build?
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Well I love their keyboards but the lack of custom roms and superuser rights is very disappointing,.at.least you can jailbreak the iPhone.
The differences are as follows:
Nightly builds are less stable and some things might not work right now but they include newer features
Stable/RC builds are more stable and most if not all features are working flawlessly
so which build to use will fully depend on what you want, if you are looking for the newest 4,3 features nightlies are the one to go, if you value a stable and feature complete build more I'd go with a RC/S type. The middleway would be to choose a monthly build sadly there aren't any available for CM right now.
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Well I love their keyboards but the lack of custom roms and superuser rights is very disappointing,.at.least you can jailbreak the iPhone.
The differences are as follows:
Nightly builds are less stable and some things might not work right now but they include newer features
Stable/RC builds are more stable and most if not all features are working flawlessly
so which build to use will fully depend on what you want, if you are looking for the newest 4,3 features nightlies are the one to go, if you value a stable and feature complete build more I'd go with a RC/S type. The middleway would be to choose a monthly build sadly there aren't any available for CM right now.
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Hmmm I'll look into those again and see
I'm having a problem right now...
I got CWM installed fine (I Think)
The problem I'm having is when I go to choose zip from sdcard, it won't mound the sdcard or the internal
So I'm stuck...I can't seem to root it now.
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Hmmm I'll look into those again and see
I'm having a problem right now...
I got CWM installed fine (I Think)
The problem I'm having is when I go to choose zip from sdcard, it won't mound the sdcard or the internal
So I'm stuck...I can't seem to root it now.
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Have you done it, in the correct order? First you need to add the ROM, then "add more Zips" select the gapps file
I've had the same problem with the external SDcard so I moved it to the internal one and it worked, but sorry no clue why it doesn't work with an external one
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Have you done it, in the correct order? First you need to add the ROM, then "add more Zips" select the gapps file
I've had the same problem with the external SDcard so I moved it to the internal one and it worked, but sorry no clue why it doesn't work with an external one
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Here are my steps
1. Unlocke downloaded from Asus site
2. Downloaded CWM
3. Fastboot loaded CWM
After that I logged onto the Recovery
Tried installing from SDcard to root
But can't detect, another thread a nice gent, has given me the pointer to try to use TWRP.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2446177
So I'm going to give that a shot and see if that helps me out more.
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Here are my steps
1. Unlocke downloaded from Asus site
2. Downloaded CWM
3. Fastboot loaded CWM
After that I logged onto the Recovery
Tried installing from SDcard to root
But can't detect, another thread a nice gent, has given me the pointer to try to use TWRP.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2446177
So I'm going to give that a shot and see if that helps me out more.
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Have you installed the .blob or .img file?
If you are using TWRP there is also a tool called TWRP Manager: so you can normally boot your tablet with it, start the manager make all the settings and it will automatically reboot your tablet into recovery mode.
Personally I have tried CWM and TWRP liking TWRP better too.
Another step you can check:
Go into Goomanager - Settings and look for the default "save folder" if you are having your .zip files in another folder make sure, to put them into this directory. Usually it's something like goomanager/Roms/ or so.
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Have you installed the .blob or .img file?
If you are using TWRP there is also a tool called TWRP Manager: so you can normally boot your tablet with it, start the manager make all the settings and it will automatically reboot your tablet into recovery mode.
Personally I have tried CWM and TWRP liking TWRP better too.
Another step you can check:
Go into Goomanager - Settings and look for the default "save folder" if you are having your .zip files in another folder make sure, to put them into this directory. Usually it's something like goomanager/Roms/ or so.
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So I have TWRP installed, man all I can say is that it is night and day in the steps of setup.
So much easier and direct.
I've downloaded goomanager I'm taking a look at it now and seeing what I can do.
I'm running Cromi-X right now and browsing no longer lags, I'm content.
Wondering what else I can do now.....
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So I have TWRP installed, man all I can say is that it is night and day in the steps of setup.
So much easier and direct.
I've downloaded goomanager I'm taking a look at it now and seeing what I can do.
I'm running Cromi-X right now and browsing no longer lags, I'm content.
Wondering what else I can do now.....
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Something I'd highly recommend:
check the app privacy rules and remove all the permissions most apps shouldn't have i.e using your location, reading SD or contact lists
personally I have also overclocked my tablet it is running at 1.5 ghz now could go as far as 1.7 but I am very happy with the performance so far
another cool thing most custom roms provide is the ability to customize your lock screen.