I just went to Moto Atrix 4G official forum, and saw this post by moto:
https://supportforums.motorola.com/message/328123#328123
When a phone first launches, we are extremely eager to understand what owners are experiencing. We watch these forums carefully for feedback.
But at times we want to gather feedback in a more systematic way. That's when we turn to the Motorola Feedback Network.
The Motorola Feedback Network (MFN) is a group of owners who basically raise their hand to provide us with help and feedback. As a member of the Motorola Feedback Network, you can be included in various studies and feedback opportunities. Most of our research is survey-based, but we also do private and public benchmarking studies and beta-testing of software. Joining the MFN will not guarantee that you get to beta-test software, but our goal is to draw all our testers from the MFN. You can't win if you don't play!
We are trying to grow our MFN teams faster for new phones.
Will you please click here and sign up today? Thanks!
(To learn more, check out this blog post.)
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The Federal Communications Commission has launched the pleading cycle for the proposed merger of AT&T and T-Mobile. The union would make AT&T the nation's largest wireless carrier, with over 41 percent of wireless subscriber market share. Whether you love or hate the idea—get your feedback to the FCC soon. Petitions to deny are due through May 31 (docket #11-65). Oppositions to those petitions are expected by June 10. The last chance for push back is June 20.
Please file while they're accepting this. This isn't some forum made thing. This is the FCC actually wanting your feedback now.
For those who don't understand how to file ->
Download this pdf file -> http://www.fcc.gov/Daily_Releases/Daily_Business/2011/db0428/DA-11-799A1.pdf <- Right click, save as.
Then fill out the info requested located here -> FCC Site
For the Proceeding Number enter 11-65
Type of Filing: Petition
Upload the pdf file at the bottom where it asks for the file name. Browse to the pdf and select it. Next to it put Petition to deny.
All stuff needed other than what I said is in red.
I read an article on Arstechnica and one of the commenters posted similar instructions and I have filed my petition as well.
+1 to you for encouraging more people to join in this.
Sparky WAS in the doghouse. Now, He's allowed on the deck at least.
My Nexus S is annoying me.
Babydoll25 said:
I read an article on Arstechnica and one of the commenters posted similar instructions and I have filed my petition as well.
+1 to you for encouraging more people to join in this.
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That poster on that site with similar instructions was me.
The_Biz said:
That poster on that site with similar instructions was me.
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Well isn't that just a kick in the pants. I applaud you sir for your impassioned plea, and clear as a bell instructions. (I opened the links you posted in other tabs and referred to your post for instructions.) Thanks again. (I have also forwarded copies of that post to family members asking them to petition the FCC as well. I hope you don't mind. )
Sparky WAS in the doghouse. Now, He's allowed on the deck at least.
My Nexus S is annoying me.
I just emailed acer and asked them to revise their bootloader policy.
If all of us would Do so we might get them to reconsider their policy.
It worked for the htc community so why not for us?
I hope you all will support this action so the impact will be bigger.
We also might want to bring this idea to other a500 support forums.
Kind regards.
also reply to this thread on their facebook wall. http://www.facebook.com/Acer/posts/10150179327172544
ibila said:
I just emailed acer and asked them to revise their bootloader policy.
If all of us would Do so we might get them to reconsider their policy.
It worked for the htc community so why not for us?
I hope you all will support this action so the impact will be bigger.
We also might want to bring this idea to other a500 support forums.
Kind regards.
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Yah and dont forget to mention that ASUS is kickin their a$$ on posted files and bootloader policy which is why their outsellin them even though the HW's not as good IMO.
I've lost the rag, and sent them this.
I've been up front with them but the device is mine to do with a i please...
Dear Acer Support,
I would like someone to contact me regarding the Iconia A500 tablet which i have purchased around 2 weeks ago.
I am having issues with the update which has been sent out and it will not install due to file checksums mismatches. I have been using android since the first ever handset was release and i find your methods of updating the tablet or the OS bewildering inline with every other update method for other devces up until this one. Over the last 3 years, i have NEVER had any problems updating an Android device, until now.
I would like to know how to restore my handset completely as the 'reset' option on the side of the device simply wipes the data, the integrity of the OS remains unchanged.
I need a way to factory restore my unit in order for me to receive the update, which i am assuming includes fixes for the hastily pushed out Honeycomb os and critical security patches for android holes.
If i do not receive prompt a swift technical support of an advanced level i will be returning the product as i currently view this a waste of 500 Euros. I will not hesitate to purchse the Motorola Xoom, which appears to be on Android 3.1 already...
I can be contacted on (removed) or on (Removed)@gmail.com.
I would appreciate a call TODAY, or it will be handed back today at 5.30pm.
Kind Regards,
i just did a quick reply on that Facebook link. Thnx gunnyman!
Anyone got acer contact details that we all should be emailing?
I am spamming their facebook!
I used this link:
http://acer.custhelp.com
Eddited the link as it send the questions in my name...lol.
Well...got the reaction i expected and not the one i hoped for.
Re-thinking whether to keep it or sell it in favor of the asus transformer...
Discussion Thread ---------------------------------------------------------------Response (Sherina PB) - 05/27/2011 07:27 AM Dear karim kalschoven,
Thank you for contacting Acer. My name is Sherina and Badge NumberGWSI1020. I'll be happyto assist you.
I understand you wanted help unlockingbootloader on your Acer ICONIAA500.
Currently we do not have provision to have this unlocked and we are unsure on any probable policychange on this, you may check back later to see for any updates.
For further clarifications please feel free to visit our website: http://support.acer.com/Have a great day!
Respectfully, Acer Online Technical Support
And this is my reply:
Hello, this anwser by your company inspired just me to sell the acer a500 and get me a asus transformer. I will post in the community forums and spread what Acer's standpoint is and will advise all doubters not to get the A500 if they love a community supporting brand! Great job Acer..this was the last products Ill ever buy from you!
What's the email address that we should be mailing? I found nothing on the acer contact page.
email sent...
Uninstalling a couple of apps removing the facility to update is enough for me. Always defended Acer when people have been quick to moan about build quality with their laptops but if they don't sort this out, I'll think again.
I just sent an e-mail too...
We should write a petition as they did on Motorola and HTC...
Lets all petition this. Sick of not able to install custom roms.
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Done!!!! Hope this helpes.
can anyone post this on Acer FB or st with a message: HTC FTW. ACER FTL
http://androidandme.com/2011/05/new...longer-lock-the-bootloaders-on-their-devices/
Also posted on that Facebook post (and mentioned how HTC has reversed their bootload lock policy based on customer feedback)
I posted too. And then had a chat with customer support, which was as unhelpful as it could get. They promised to get back to me, however I have my doubts.
Reproducing below:
-- NOTE: skipping polite introduction
Govindan Sharanji: I will certainly provide you the information in this regards ####.
AD: thank you
Govindan Sharanji: Could you please stay online for two minutes while I retrieve the information for you?
-- NOTE: at this point I had hopes
AD: Sure, no problem
Govindan Sharanji: Thank you for being on hold. I really appreciate your patience.
AD: No worries
Govindan Sharanji: I need to refer you to phone support to resolve your issue.
AD: Ok
Govindan Sharanji: Our Voice Support are available on Monday - Friday 5am- 12 Midnight.You can reach our Voice Department at this numbers : 1-800-571-2237.
AD: I understand.. However I'm not located somewhere where I have access to 1-800 numbers
AD: Can I get an email with the info?
Govindan Sharanji: Shall I email the chat session to your email ID at ########, so that you can go through the information at your convenient time?
AD: The source code for the android kernel should be made available on request, according tothe GPL
AD: No, thanks, that's not necessary. I would like to get access to the kernel source code, and I was hoping you guys could send me an email later with a link
AD: or something similar
Govindan Sharanji: Sure.
-- NOTE: Maybe there's hope?
AD: Thank you
Govindan Sharanji: ####, to conclude we have suggested to email the required information and this should help you fix the issue. If there are no additional questions on this topic, I will close the chat session.
Govindan Sharanji: Thank you for using Acer Live Chat. Please feel free to chat again anytime.
Govindan Sharanji: Have a great day and take care.
AD: One more question - are there any plans for Acer to provide a recovery image for the Iconia Tab A500?
AD: Something that would restore it to factory defaults and reflash the software
AD: And also are there any plans to unlock the bootloaders, as HTC is doing?
AD: The developer community pretty much perceives you as developer-unfriendly, and it would be great to change that
Govindan Sharanji: As of now the recovery image are not provided you can get back to us for future updates.
AD: Well.. Ok.. that's unfortunate
AD: Oh well, thank you for your help
AD: Have a nice day
Let's rock it. This is a game. All for one, One for all.
PS: Spamming their chat services now. This feeling is good.
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bad publicity will bring upon very swift change
Just a word of advice, let's be polite, but firmly request our rights (re: the kernel) and show them we're unhappy about their attitude. I seriously doubt the guys in support are to blame for, so let's treat them nicely and hopefully they will escalate.
Hey, just got an email from the Moto owners forum about a Feb update soak. The survey associated with it is on surveymonkey.com and the email was sent via Rnmk.com. I don't know if this is normal or not, but it doesn't seem entirely on the level. Did anyone else get this email or did anyone participate in the GB soak who might be able to evaluate the legitimacy of this message? Seemed especially suspicious because Droid X dev seemed pretty darn dead as far as I can tell.
Text below:
Hi,
Thanks for joining the Motorola Feedback Network. We are inviting owners of the Motorola Droid X on Verizon to participate in an early preview of a new software release, and provide feedback.
[link removed] to take a short enrollment survey if you wish to take part. Please note that you must be a member in good standing of the Motorola Owners' Forums to be included. The registration window is short so please respond as quickly as possible.
This is a confidential test under the terms of the Motorola Feedback Network. Do not post any details or information about this on any public sites.
Thanks -- please understand that start times are always fluid. We ask for your patience if you register but don't hear from us right away.
Matt & Mark
Forum managers
Motorola Owners’ Forums
To unsubscribe from the Motorola Feedback Network, visit your profile on the new Motorola Feedback Network site and click the link titled "Update Contact Information / Motorola Feedback Network Participation Preference." Click "No" under "Motorola Feedback Network" to unsubscribe.
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I was in the gb soak and I got the email too, looks pretty much like the gb one.
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Droid Life reported on this... I tend to trust the them, so I believe it's probably legit.
It's supposed to be a soak for version .621. Probably the last update we'll ever get =P
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How can I tell if it has a new bootloader? I don't want to install if I can't sbf back to froyo. Also, is it OK to upload here as an attachment?
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How can I tell if it has a new bootloader? I don't want to install if I can't sbf back to froyo. Also, is it OK to upload here as an attachment?
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You really can't tell if it has an uploaded bootloader or not.
Be sure to use OTA Root Keeper.
The file will be too big to upload here but you can upload it to MediaFire.
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I won't install it until I know for sure it doesn't update the bootloader, but I'm uploading it in case anyone else wants to try. Oh, I can't post outside links. from mediafire, got to /?2rekglor89cw9mb and /?p74vpq6pf7ucdy6
Anyone try the motorola JOKE test yet?
This update breaks the ability to SBF back to an earlier version. A fix is in the works but there is no ETA.
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Thanks, came to post the same thing! Glad I waited to try installing the update!
Curious, what do you mean by a fix being in the works? By whom?
There are a few people over at RootzWiki who are looking for a way around not being able to SBF back.
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Just got this email tonight from Survey Monkey on behalf of [email protected]........
Hi,
Thanks for joining the Motorola Feedback Network. We are inviting owners of the Motorola ATRIX 4G on AT&T to participate in an early preview of a new software release, and provide feedback. If you are not currently using a Motorola ATRIX 4G on AT&T, please excuse and ignore this email.
Click this link -- https://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=_2bcVzjXxNKrtY7e3Yfo0gHA_3d_3d -- to take the enrollment survey if you wish to take part. Note that you must be a member in good standing of the Motorola Owners' Forums to be included. The registration window could close without notice so please respond as quickly as possible.
This is a confidential test under the terms of the Motorola Feedback Network. Do not post any details or information about this on any public sites.
Thanks -- please understand that start times are always fluid. We ask for your patience if you register but don't hear from us right away.
Matt
Motorola Owners’ Forums
Motorola Feedback Network
Looks like a scam, then when you click the link, it wants your Full name, username on the forum, and your IMEI # of your cell phone.
SCAM?????
There is already a thread with this same topic. Closing....