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[Q] Can't get "Nook for Android by B&N" from markerplace

I'm using CM7 off of an SD card, and I thought I'd load the B&N reader app and consider buying a book to read. Since CM7 doesn't provide the app, I went to the AppBrain market and it shows me a "Nook for Android by B&N", and then the procedure is to click the 'market' button to try to download it, but it says 'the requested item could not be found'. If I search for it on the CM7 provided 'market', the app doesn't exist.
How do I get this app?

I installed it by searching for "nook" in the Market app. No muss, no fuss. Now, I did that before the recent update, but it certainly shows as installed when I search now.

First, instead of appbrain, try going to market.android.com. That's the official web based market run by Google.
Second, the Nook app was in the Market app on CM7.0.3 on my NC. I installed it with no problems. The app also shows up in the Market app on my Nexus One running CM7.0.3. You might want to try clearing the data on your Market.app, or some other remedies to get it working as it should.
Third - "Since CM7 doesn't provide the app..." I don't know why they would provide the app. It's not what they do.

brucemcl said:
First, instead of appbrain, try going to market.android.com. That's the official web based market run by Google.
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Up until now I have always used the appbrain app or the market app in the NC. I did once look at the web interface, but since I thought the intent was to 'use the device to manage the device', I never paid too much attention to their corresponding web sites; however, I did once look at the appbrain web site.
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Second, the Nook app was in the Market app on CM7.0.3 on my NC. I installed it with no problems. The app also shows up in the Market app on my Nexus One running CM7.0.3. You might want to try clearing the data on your Market.app, or some other remedies to get it working as it should.
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Thanks, but a 'it works for me', doesn't help me any.
But your comment above about the web site, did give me a though of something to try.
Although the NC kept telling me the 'app could not be found', the market.android.com web site said something different. It said 'This item cannot be installed in your device's country'.
Considering B&N will sell books in the US and Canada, I am surprised that the app can't be installed in Canada. Maybe somebody, somewhere didn't get the memo about Canada being a friendly country! But at least that explains it, even though the other apps didn't give me a useful clue/explanation. Now the question is how to get around it. B&N were more than happy to accept my credit card # in their original app on the stock NC. But that was B&N, and this may be a Google/Android restriction, who knows?
brucemcl said:
Third - "Since CM7 doesn't provide the app..." I don't know why they would provide the app. It's not what they do.
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I didn't mean any slight to the CM7 project or team... it was just the observation part of my sentence.
On the other hand, CM7 does come with phone, camera and other apps, that I can't use, and I can't (obviously/easily) uninstall.

I was going to mention, Nook app doesn't seem to like other countries other than US.
Here is the app ripped right from my device. http://www.mediafire.com/?ysjyohkj4onm1az
Edit: Forgot to mention, install via adb or move onto your SD and install through a file manager.

I use HotspotShield to fake an US ip address and that's it no problems buying stuff from B&N.

Thanks for the .apk file, that worked. Now for my new observations:
1/ I have to click many times before the 'go to shop'/'go to library' reacts.
2/ I've only ever been able to see the 'about' screen once, and the other
button on the top right of the screen 'do not seem to work'.
... but it _is_ progress!

HotspotShield
Garoto1973 said:
I use HotspotShield to fake an US ip address and that's it no problems buying stuff from B&N.
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I looked at that service. It seems to be a MS Windows or Mac only product.
So that doesn't help on the Nook, or my other Linux machines - unless HotspotShield
supports standard VPN'ish software without the need for their magic code.
(if so, how?)

facebook, netflix not compatible with a500

For the last few months I've Ben unable to update/install Facebook on a500. App does not show in marketplace app, does show on web android market but shows as not compatible with Acer. I've got factory install (of honeycomb) and received latest updates---though I had the problem prior to 3.1. Note I already have older version of Facebook when I was able to install (when I first got a500...just after release). I'm not interested in rooting if possible and believe issue must be related to configs on marketplace in my profile?
I'm sure the issue isn't very widespread or else this forum would filled with posts...anythoughts?

you are correct that it is currently not compatible. That is why on your Acer there is a Facebook link. It has nothing to do with your user settings on the marketplace. What you can do is look up on xda or on Google for the facwbook apk.

sherpadude said:
For the last few months I've Ben unable to update/install Facebook on a500. App does not show in marketplace app, does show on web android market but shows as not compatible with Acer. I've got factory install (of honeycomb) and received latest updates---though I had the problem prior to 3.1. Note I already have older version of Facebook when I was able to install (when I first got a500...just after release). I'm not interested in rooting if possible and believe issue must be related to configs on marketplace in my profile?
I'm sure the issue isn't very widespread or else this forum would filled with posts...anythoughts?
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Download Friend Me from the market, it's the next best thing to an actual app from Facebook.
As far as Netflix, the only way right now is to root, download the app from the forum, download a patch and it'll work. Only downside is it causes problems with the camcorder function.

Maybe this can lead you in the right direction:
http://www.androidpolice.com/2011/0...neycomb-devices-and-possibly-most-phones-too/

The Netflix fix does not cause me video can issues.

Don't know about net flix but i use the same black transparent Facebook app that I use on my mosaic powered captivate with no problems
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I use the dolphine browser HD for fb. Use a gesture for quick access. Set it to use https instead of http. Netflix won't work unless u root it. Look around for rooting options and apk for Netflix.
the Facebook link Acer provides sucks. I can't use it myself. Dolphine has webzine feature but if u like regular full fb, dolphin in desktop mode is perfect.
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I got Dropbox installed on Kindle Fire

Credit goes to -apocryph dot org
You know what this means don't you! You can add movies and yes apps from the Google android market into your DropBox and install them on the kindle without rooting the device. YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS
I have about about 595 apps available.
How To- install on Kindle Fire
I just my new Kindle Fire, which runs a modified Android Gingerbread. One of the ways the Kindle Fire is different from most Android devices is it does not have the Google Android Marketplace; instead apps must be obtained through Amazon’s own app store. As of this writing, the DropBox app is not available in the Amazon App Store, but I was able to get it installed on my Kindle Fire anyway with the following steps:
Click the gear icon in the top-right corner of the Kindle Fire home screen to activate the Settings window
Click More
Scroll down to Device
Scroll down to ‘Allow Installation of Applications from Unknown Sources’ and move the slider from ‘Off’ to ‘On
You’ll be prompted to confirm you mean to do this; you agree
Switch to the Kindle web browser and go to dropbox dot com/android (NOTE: the ‘https‘ is important!), and click Download App. This will download the Dropbox.apk file
When the download is finished you’ll see a notification in the top left corner. Click it and scroll down to the notification that the download of the Dropbox.apk file is complete. Click the file.
You will be prompted to install the application. Click the button
Once installation is completed, start the Dropbox application and log in.
Done!

Is it possible to change the homescreen via this method?
Would be wonderful to do that without rooting
Also, do I HAVE to root to get full marketplace?

manifest3r said:
Is it possible to change the homescreen via this method?
Would be wonderful to do that without rooting
Also, do I HAVE to root to get full marketplace?
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No, I'm afraid not.

I fail to see how these directions are any different than sideloading apps since day one.

Thelgow said:
I fail to see how these directions are any different than sideloading apps since day one.
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You're right, there is nothing new here. And the fact that someone loaded "dropbox" doesn't give them access to the Google Android market. One has nothing to do with the other. Worthless thread.

LOL quit crushing the poor guys dreams!

no its not nothing new but rather then finding the dropbox.apk you can simply get it from their actual website.

thats cool! i have swype on mine!

I thought we learned about this weeks ago, I never thought I would say it but xda is turning in to facebook.

asb2164 said:
I thought we learned about this weeks ago, I never thought I would say it but xda is turning in to facebook.
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That's not true, otherwise I would liked your post...

Darkri said:
That's not true, otherwise I would liked your post...
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Haha...too funny!
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This is a worthless thread pretty much since its old news.
However, to let people know more semi-useless info, you can also use box.net which is does the same thing as dropbox, it is also available on the amazon market.

Hate to jump on the "tell me something I don't know bandwagon" but isn't this common sense? Been sideloading apps with dropbox since day one.
Well, till I rooted and set up the Marketplace. So much nicer.
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OOh. I found out that if the Kindle fire is off, if you press the power button, it comes back on!!!1! zomgz

Holy **** there are some petty people up in this thread. Seriously, dude shared something that you are free to ignore, or use (couldn't care less if you are so cool that you already knew it), but trying to belittle them for trying to help really shows a lack of character.
And sends a message to others not to bother sharing a find since you're all "too smart to be told nothin".
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Looks like dropbox 2.0 is out:
http://blog.dropbox.com/?p=947
Anyone have an apk for that yet? The dropbox website now directs to the Android Market, not the apk.

subtex said:
Looks like dropbox 2.0 is out:
http://blog.dropbox.com/?p=947
Anyone have an apk for that yet? The dropbox website now directs to the Android Market, not the apk.
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I think this is it
http://db.tt/uGtcnaD0
Yea that is it
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Just updated via the Android market on all my devices including my KF

If you search for it, Dropbox is now also available in Amazon Appstore. Not updated yet to 2.0 as in Android market though.

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Facebook app

When I try to upload pictures on my FB via the application, it reaches 100% and then I get an error that the transfer failed. If I do it on the browser it works.
What seems to be the problem? I am on HC 3.2 and my Xoom is unrooted.

Works fine here. Try signing out, clearing data, signing in, and trying again.

No, it didn't work.
I can't see my albums either.

TheJeeks said:
When I try to upload pictures on my FB via the application, it reaches 100% and then I get an error that the transfer failed. If I do it on the browser it works.
What seems to be the problem? I am on HC 3.2 and my Xoom is unrooted.
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TBH, that app is flaky as h*ll, adn gives nothing but problems. I use the mobile browser for most facebooking. It's far superior. However, that doesn't answer your question...
I seem to remember the latest version of that app fixing that issue. Are you on the latest by chance?

Yes I am. I even removed and installed the app again.

No answer here?

The best thing to do for your Facebook needs is to download a third party app or possibly search Google for the .apk of an older version and sideload it. A lot of people have been complaining about the latest update in the comments on the Market page for the Facebook app.
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I do wish they'd release a proper tablet version of their app already. The current app looks alright even if it's stretched but a dedicated tablet version would do way more justice. Then again, the Facebook people dragged their feet developing an Android app before they finally released their own so them dragging their feet here doesn't surprise me.
They drag their feet with the Facebook Android app while constantly screwing around with the layout of the site confusing users who are already still coming to grips with the last layout change. That and just their way of doing things in general would have had me delete my account long ago if it weren't for that site being my only means of contacting certain people.
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jaekidd1012 said:
The best thing to do for your Facebook needs is to download a third party app or possibly search Google for the .apk of an older version and sideload it. A lot of people have been complaining about the latest update in the comments on the Market page for the Facebook app.
[BEGIN RANT]
I do wish they'd release a proper tablet version of their app already. The current app looks alright even if it's stretched but a dedicated tablet version would do way more justice. Then again, the Facebook people dragged their feet developing an Android app before they finally released their own so them dragging their feet here doesn't surprise me.
They drag their feet with the Facebook Android app while constantly screwing around with the layout of the site confusing users who are already still coming to grips with the last layout change. That and just their way of doing things in general would have had me delete my account long ago if it weren't for that site being my only means of contacting certain people.
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And Now the iOS Version gets EVERYTHING First and also they have a iPad Version,New Crappy UI and we cant even upload our photos off of the official
"Fixed" app :/

Twitter issues w/ CM7

Is anyone else having issues with twitter apps on CM7 on their Fires? Every app ive downloaded from the market (including the official app) will not authenticate my login. It works in the browser but that doesnt help for wigets. Any fixes?

I run the official app with no issues. I am running the latest CM7.
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Maybe theres something wrong with my install...but that wouldnt affect just one app...so i guess it might be something with my twitter account

Tweeter fine here using tweetcaster
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I had this problem when I first installed the official twitter app in CM7. The issue corrected itself though so i assume it was server related
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I think twitters last update was bad. I couldn't get it to work on my dx2 or kf.
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Official app worls perfectly for me.

I can't login to Twitter using any apps either, and I've tried the official one, Tweet Caster, and Twicca. I'll check my settings later and see if there's something blocking the apps.
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Nahte27 said:
I can't login to Twitter using any apps either, and I've tried the official one, Tweet Caster, and Twicca. I'll check my settings later and see if there's something blocking the apps.
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Do you also havr CM7 flashed?

Not sure if related but my friend from the UK told me he was having the same problem trying to log in to the regular site from his PC for the past few days. But if he sends a ping request it goes through just fine.

I was having issues as well, so I just uninstalled it. Haven't tried it again since then, but maybe I will try to official app, as the last one was the gowidget twitter app.

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Do you also havr CM7 flashed?
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Yes I do.
I've looked through Twitter's settings on the PC and I can't find anything that may be blocking it from allowing my Kindle Fire. All apps are listed as granted access. Also my Nexus S 4G connects to Twitter using any app just fine.
But funny enough, I now remember that when I installed Swiftkey Tablet X on my Kindle Fire, it couldn't connect to Twitter to "learn" from my Tweets. Weird...

No problems using plume but my fire is stock.
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My twitter id is Rickywilson, I noticed instead of my pic and twitter info my phone shows the lead singer of the Kaiser Chiefs stuff. He is Ricky Wilson as well but his id is rickontour.
Apparently whatever cm7 uses for twitter will not use my account only his. its driving me nuts because my contact info shows his pic and tweets.
its mainly on my texts and other apps, whatever he puts up it changes my phone stuff. its all very confusing.

STILL can't use the Twitter app on CM7. What gives?

When I was using Twitter on CM7, I didn't have any problems.

karmadragon said:
When I was using Twitter on CM7, I didn't have any problems.
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I haven't been able to use the app since i flashed cm7.

First few days after flashing cm7 I was not able to sign in but one day out of the blue it worked. Still cant get other apps that use Twitter like channel caster to authenticate with Twitter, tells me either my user name or password does not match their records.

chairshot215 said:
First few days after flashing cm7 I was not able to sign in but one day out of the blue it worked. Still cant get other apps that use Twitter like channel caster to authenticate with Twitter, tells me either my user name or password does not match their records.
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I've had CM7 for almost a month. I've uninstlled and reinstalled the app multiple times. I still get the msg "there was a error druing sign in, please try again later" or something to that effect

Has someone found a way to solve the problem with the Twitter app not working in CM7?
I haven't been able to use it, since I flashed CM7, but by looking at this thread, it seems to be a random issue; but has anyone solved this problem?