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I'm about to buy the tablet myself in a few days but everywhere and anywhere everyone and anyone says that Android doesn't have nearly as many tablet-optimised apps as the iPad. Do the apps run fine or not? I mean do they look good and is it easy to use them or not? Because for the iPad I know there's a separate category so there'll be apps for that.
So could someone confirm if the apps on this tablet run fine or not?
Thanks
They run crappy.
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Ok just my experience, on android many more apps are tablet optimized.
When I was using an ipad it seemed they were all small or had the option to 2x it making it blurry and horrid.
I guess though the Google play store just doesn't show you apps it they're not compatible though, which is fine because for an app that isn't compatible with tabs there are 10 others that are.
And poster above.. I have no words
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My friend there are more apps in the play Store that you could ever use or even fit into the N7. With all the customizations you can make from OCing to roms the sky is the limit concerning the tablet. All the options that android offers will always keep apple in the rear view mirror.
Yes the apps are easy to access, start and run quickly.
Concerning apps and compatibility always use a browser to see all the apps and look at the comments to see if there are any made by N7 owners. Since I have modified the dpi on mine most apps come up as not available and that is when I check the comments. If it's something I want to buy I'll switch my dpi back to stock. It's a pain but I'm never giving up true tablet ui.
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In my exp i've had by means of trade through best buy almost all of the most recent tabs. in order generic android tab eclair 1, archos 101, ipad, ipad 2, xoom acer a500, playbook, lenovo k1, hp touchpad, playbook again, xoom again, achos 80 g9, acer 501, and nexus 7. Android is my favorite. I also like web os and bb os. ios has better game selection hands down. Android has better free apps hands down bb web had no apps. so all depends on what you want it for
Well with all the quad-core machines coming out these days I'm quite sure there'll be loads of great games for Android too. The third post is interesting. So the apps don't seem like they're just multiplied in size. That's good to know. As long as they look natural I'm happy because the Appstore with all it's apps is horrible [my sister got an iPhone 4S the other day and I kept looking for apps and I wasn't THAT impressed. In fact the Play Store is MUCH better.]
I'm going with the Nexus and I'm sure I'll be a happy customer just like 95% of people who bought the thing. [the 5% are the people who're experiencing problems but even they were happy with their device.]
Thanks for the feedback! Appreciate it very much
Mine came in this morning. Been playing with it for a couple of hours now. The screen is OK, but not as good as my New iPad, but that is to be expected. I did have it crash on me after installing Netflix and signing into it. I do like the fact that it is already registered to your Amazon account out of the box. I only had to connect to WiFi. Turning off adds is done on amazon.com under manage Kindle, which I did. the interface is VERY sparse. I was able to grab cisco Anyconnect VPN, but haven't tested it yet with my MiFi (I'm already at work). The initial setup and download really drags the tablet almost to a halt. But after that it's back to normal speeds. All in all, I still want a custom ROM of JB on here. I have Skype installed but haven't call anyone yet. Also, the speakers ARE AWESOME. I work in IT and all the guys loved the sound coming from this puppy! Streamed Downton Abbey without hiccups or buffering. Quite nice. No buyers remorse yet.
Cool! Can you side load app and install a different launcher like you could with the last fire?
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Jut got mine too.
Love it so far
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Mine came in this morning. Been playing with it for a couple of hours now. The screen is OK, but not as good as my New iPad, but that is to be expected. I did have it crash on me after installing Netflix and signing into it. I do like the fact that it is already registered to your Amazon account out of the box. I only had to connect to WiFi. Turning off adds is done on amazon.com under manage Kindle, which I did. the interface is VERY sparse. I was able to grab cisco Anyconnect VPN, but haven't tested it yet with my MiFi (I'm already at work). The initial setup and download really drags the tablet almost to a halt. But after that it's back to normal speeds. All in all, I still want a custom ROM of JB on here. I have Skype installed but haven't call anyone yet. Also, the speakers ARE AWESOME. I work in IT and all the guys loved the sound coming from this puppy! Streamed Downton Abbey without hiccups or buffering. Quite nice. No buyers remorse yet.
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I just got mine on my way home from Best Buy. So far from what I can tell it's a bit to locked down for my taste
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So, I'm an owner of an original fire, got it as a Christmas present from my wife last year. I sold it a few weeks ago planning on getting the N7, but waited for the amazon presser about the new line.
After watching the live blog and all that, figured I'd give the KF another shot, and if I didn't like it, I'd return it and get the N7. After playing with this new KF for the past few hours, it's awesome, so much better than the original, for what I use it for. I like the new email client, the screen is fantastic, it's snappy and feels very cohesive and not so much an interface stuck on top of an andriod OS, even though it is.
So far, I'm impressed.
Yeah I just got mine as well and played around with it for about 10 minutes. So far the screen is gorgeous and the software isn't as laggy as the preview models that were shown in the videos. And the default web browser search engine for me was already set to Google. I'll post up more impressions in a bit.
Don't forget to update to 7.1.5. The sound on this device is freaking awesome...
Got mine today too...initial experiences:
- Side-loaded OnLive 1.2 and it works flawlessly
- Side-loaded Zinio reader from the Zinio.com site, but it FC several times...not usable. Emailed Zinio support
- Really want Rdio somehow, but haven't found the APK. Amazon Store says its not compatible.
- Fully MP3 library totally accessible and interface nice
- Amazon Prime Video works wonderfully but the series interface isn't so great...would like an easier way to tell were I left off on my Sons of Anarchy catch-up.
- Hulu Plus works but playback is janky--just isn't smooth or integrated
- I personally find the overall interface skinned nicely, but clumsy to navigate....coming from Gingerbread, Jelly Bean and iOS.
Looking forward to lots of crazy hacks to really push the hardware on this puppy!
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Looking forward to lots of crazy hacks to really push the hardware on this puppy!
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My question is if you're going to hack, why not hack a better hardware tablet like the nexus 7?
Better hardware?
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My question is if you're going to hack, why not hack a better hardware tablet like the nexus 7?
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The OMAP 4460 in the 7" hd has a stronger gpu (clocked higher) than the tegra 3 as well as hdmi out and dual band wi-fi. What are you referring to when you mention that the nexus 7 is a stronger hardware platform?
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The OMAP 4460 in the 7" hd has a stronger gpu (clocked higher) than the tegra 3 as well as hdmi out and dual band wi-fi. What are you referring to when you mention that the nexus 7 is a stronger hardware platform?
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I was the for to my weak ass Quadrant score
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The OMAP 4460 in the 7" hd has a stronger gpu (clocked higher) than the tegra 3 as well as hdmi out and dual band wi-fi. What are you referring to when you mention that the nexus 7 is a stronger hardware platform?
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Interesting quote from a reviewer
This is a Wi-Fi-only device that Amazon has packed with dual antennas, support for MIMO and reception in both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands in an attempt to speed up the connection. Despite that, I found Web browsing to be noticeably slower than on the Nexus 7 -- so in my experience, at least, that hardware addition is for naught.
The device is missing some prominent hardware features that its competitors have, such as GPS. The Kindle Fire HD's processor is far from leading-edge: a 1.2Ghz dual-core OMAP 4460 Texas Instruments processor, compared to the more powerful quad-core Tegra 3 processor that powers the Nexus 7. After several hours of use, I found the tablet seemed to suffer occasional lags when opening apps and on occasion when using apps. Restarting the device solved the problem, but then the lags eventually reappeared.
The middling-level hardware isn't as surprising as you might expect, because the Kindle Fire HD hasn't really been designed to be an all-purpose tablet -- despite Amazon's claims to the contrary. Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos summed up the purpose of the Kindle Fire HD succinctly during the product announcement when he said, "The Kindle Fire is a service."
http://m.computerworld.com/s/articl...&hl=en&gl=us&tab=wn&q=kindle%20fire%20hd&sa=N
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Hehe, I may do that too. That's why somehow I have a Motorola Xoom, iPad 2, iPad 3, Kindle Original, Nook Touch, Galaxy Note, Motorola Razr Maxx, and Galaxy Nexus.
The Fire HD appealed to be because I wanted more or less a dedicated reading device that also does other stuff. The antiglare screen looks pretty good so far and that was a plus for me. Now, if I can only get it to run Zinio stable, then I'll have pretty much achieved my goal.
I can deal with the text layout of Business Week from Amazon on the Fire, but for my other two magazines--Outside and National Geographic--I really want the full color magazine experience since its so much about the photography. Zinio's resolution is just so much higher than the same magazine pages via the Amazon Kindle app. I think Zinio uses vector for the layout where it appears Amazon is rasterized.
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16gb vs 8gb for $199, much better sound, apparently better screen, hdmi, possibly better build quality. and maybe a better camera.
versus gps and Tegra 3.(not sure if Tegra 3 is usefully better other than Tegra-only games).
I like them both but I really want the better sound and hdmi, and hacking would eliminate one of the main advantages of the Nexus 7 which is the larger app selection.
I got mine today. Too locked down for my tastes but a root in the near future will take care of that. I like that I can "borrow" books from Amazon and watch whatever prime videos that are in Amazon's catalog. Micro hdmi works great, screen looks fantastic, the speakers sound pretty good and I can fit the 7" in a cargo pocket. Overall, I think it's a good buy for $199.
Does anyone have one?
I can't see any new info on it on the net. I have preordered one, but this really seems fishy. I won't be getting one until mid November though so if there's something wrong at least I'll have plenty of time to cancel my order.
I noticed it's actively cooled, anyone know how loud those fans are?
I'm surprised with the total lack of reviews or information about this tablet. To me it looks like one of the best Windows 8 tablets currently available, specially for the price.
Yeah. I wondered why too
The prices is great!. They are selling it at what other OEM charging for the atom processors.
Even the battery life is good, about double of the surface pro. Heck. They didn't even try to cheat you on purchasing overpriced keyboard dock.
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This device doesn't have a keyboard dock, only an optional cradle. It extends battery life and works great while working at a desk/table, but not so well while sitting up in bed, on a sofa, or anywhere else a laptop comes in handy. Maybe not an issue for some, but that's unfortunately a deal-breaker for me. The whole point in considering a hybrid to begin with. Not sure why they don't have one like the W510. Great device otherwise.
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I"m using the Toshiba U920t, which converts from a tablet to a laptop. It is a bit thicker, and the battery is only good for about 5 hours, but it works well, and is only a couple hundred more than the W700 with 128 GB SSD.
http://www.toshibadirect.com/td/b2c...model=U920t&lid=CFAMsatellite_SeriesLinkU920t
I have been using a w700 for a month
I love this tablet. I have the i3 with the Intel HD4000 graphic card. I have many tablets, but here's a quick rundown:
Pros
1) runs full win8 which is pretty seemless with touch
2) Beautiful full HD screen
3) Fast SSD, boots in 7 seconds
4) Dock, keyboard and case included in 700 price
5) I run Photoshop with huge images from my Sony a65 24.3 mp camera. It runs almost as fast on i3/4gb as my Sandybridge i7 with 16gb of RAM. I use full MS Office Pro Plus, have a bunch of Metro apps and use Bluestacks for stuff like Google Books (which works great)
6) Bat life is 8-9 hours!
7) The Win store is criticized for lack of content, but some of the games are unreal. Toy Soldiers, Reckless Racing 2, Etc. they blow away the best games for my Asus Infinity/Ipad 3.
8) It's full windows with a beautiful screen and small form factor, what can I say?
Cons
1) SSD is small, 64gb in my case, going to replace it with a 256gb msata
2) No SD slot
3) One usb on device (3 on dock)
4) a little heavy for kindle/ereader usage
After getting this thing, I am going to sell my 2 Asus Transformers and my Ipad and just keep my Nexus 7 for reading.
This thing is amazing, close to full pc/tablet convergence.
I have an Acer W700 tablet as well but with tge i5 processor and the 128GB SSD.
Pros
- The price. The best tablet under 1000€ and it even beats a few of the tablets above 1000€ as well.
- The hardware is fantastic. No lagg or anything! ( this is NOT a gaming tablet but it plays smaller games without problems)
- The touch works great the only problems I've encountered arecaused by the softwares.
- The battery life is amazing beats my vaio every time.
Cons
- No SD card slot ( Being compensated by a 500GB 2.5" external USB 3.0 HDD)
- No 3G modem ( a pro for me since I don't gave to pay for a subscription)
This tablet is one of the best tablets on the market for the price.
I wrote a rather extended review on this Tab on my blog. I will be writing more on both Windows 8 and W700 in the new future.
Link to the review: Can't post a external link here, just go to my blog and click on "Devices" on the right side, should be the one on the top.
I saw pics online of a keyboard case for this tablet similar to the surface style. Should be coming soon.. too bad i couldn't wait..
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I saw pics online of a keyboard case for this tablet similar to the surface style. Should be coming soon.. too bad i couldn't wait..
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Yeah I feel the same.. The cover is made by Acer so I think that they will release it for us who have already bought the tablet. Otherwise, ebay for a first / third party afterwards that it has been released. Swedish E-tailers do already have the tablet in their stores but are still waiting for delivery from acer.
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The delivery is estimated to the 14th of february
I really love this tablet! I have the I3 version (Ivy bridge) and it is extremely fast. Wonderful screen (comparable to the retina from Apple). Im very impressed so far!
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The delivery is estimated to the 14th of february
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Net-On-Net has i3 Sandy version in stock, I ordered my on 2012-01-02, had it in my hands on 2012-01-04.
Has anyone seen any update regarding the keyboard case? I've searched everywhere and could not find any information regarding it's release in USA.
People are having download speed problem away from router on Acer own forum
http://community.acer.com/t5/Acer-Tablets/Acer-Iconia-W700-Wi-Fi-problem/td-p/631/page/32
For those who have intention to buy, it would be wise to check the link before you make final decision so that you won't have
buying regret.
I got mine on January 14th from Futureshop in canada with the keyboard case...the case is very nice.
Only one issue...some times (mostly starts in google chrome but keeps on after closing it and resolves by screen off and on) my touch screen goes crazy and clicks by it self, I have not tried calibrating or other solutions yet and I am thinking of returning, but getting new one will be more trouble...any idea guys?
It seems like that the so far keyboard case is only available in Canada
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i bought one W700 i5 3371U version, a bit heavy but i really love it
im still looking for file explorer replacement, specially for touch optimised, cause it's so small
any suggestion ?
I did the factory reset and didn't install chrome and problem is solved...no screen issue anymore...and I love the tablet
specialex said:
i bought one W700 i5 3371U version, a bit heavy but i really love it
im still looking for file explorer replacement, specially for touch optimised, cause it's so small
any suggestion ?
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metro commander. Works great for me!
anduios said:
People are having download speed problem away from router on Acer own forum
http://community.acer.com/t5/Acer-Tablets/Acer-Iconia-W700-Wi-Fi-problem/td-p/631/page/32
For those who have intention to buy, it would be wise to check the link before you make final decision so that you won't have
buying regret.
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Yes, almost all W700's have WIFI issue as delivered, but easilly fixable with a driver update. Mine suffered from constantly disconnecting/re-connecting, installed new driver from Acer site, works perfect now. (Make sure to follow instructions about removing old driver, restarting, installing new driver)
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It seems like that the so far keyboard case is only available in Canada
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I got mine from Amazon.ca, has the keyboard case, but the identical item on Amazon.com also came with the keyboard case. Was $50.00 cheaper on Amazon.ca, & only had to pay gst, versus ND state tax, plus GST and PST if would have ordered on Amazon.com. (Info for any other Canadians who live close enough to be able to shop both sides of the border.)
Hello I bought the iPad mini on the release day in Denmark..
I really enjoy the build quality on the MINI but i got boring really fast.. so now its sold..
my girlfriend got the Galaxy tab 2 7" that came with our ES8005 and it grows after i got used to the screen size..
now I'm considering the NEXUS 7 because it's more powerful and like the rubber feel backside..
only downside is that if i look trough XDA NEXUS 7 forum it seems that there is A LOT of problems with it..
So i ask all of you NEXUS 7 users, how is it ??
on GSMARENA.com the music part get som hard words is it really that bad ?? i won't use it for music that much..
thanks for your help
my phone is a Samsung Galaxy NOTE 2
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Hello I bought the iPad mini on the release day in Denmark..
I really enjoy the build quality on the MINI but i got boring really fast.. so now its sold..
my girlfriend got the Galaxy tab 2 7" that came with our ES8005 and it grows after i got used to the screen size..
now I'm considering the NEXUS 7 because it's more powerful and like the rubber feel backside..
only downside is that if i look trough XDA NEXUS 7 forum it seems that there is A LOT of problems with it..
So i ask all of you NEXUS 7 users, how is it ??
on GSMARENA.com the music part get som hard words is it really that bad ?? i won't use it for music that much..
thanks for your help
my phone is a Samsung Galaxy NOTE 2
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I have both the nexus7 wi fi and the nexus 7 3g no problems what so ever with either ,the 7 3g will be amazing when(hopefully)
the devs get the phone to work
I'm very happy with my tab and after rooting its even more wonderful. Also i always prefere an open system before iOS.
But maybe thats just me.
The build quality is amazing for that price imho.
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I had a launch 16 gig nexus 7 with no problems, now I have a new 32 gig nexus 7 with no problems.
I have no problems with my N7.
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I can't say a bad word about my 32gb, updated to 4.2 and its fine even with another user account. I play music from Google music over Bluetooth home theatre and it sounds great.
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For starters, there aren't alot of problems with it. The only issue is that the left side of the screen has some weird screen lift. It isn't noticeable unless you look at it at an angle and are really looking for it. Not all have this problem and it seems to be corrected in the newer units with the exclusion of 2 screws (the culprits).
Other then that, it is a great tab. Hardware wise, the N7 is vastly superior. The rubberized back is awesome.
Plus the iPad Mini is retarded. It isn't that much smaller then a regular iPad 4 that is a much better buy if going the iPad route.
I've owned an iPad1 and iPad2 (trying to diverse) but found that Apple products aren't very productive and useless outside of media consumption. I can get the same satisfaction out of my Android Tab with the benefit of actually using it for work. Once I had my fill of a few Apple specific games, I started to use it less and less and less. To the point where it would just sit on the charger for days without use. My Nexus 7 gets it's use. I use it interchangeably with my phone so much that my phone lasts MUCH longer and my N7 is needing a charger by midnight (from 8am). All of the games, surfing, XDA, facebooking, tweeting, etc is done on the N7. My phone is for calls, emails, and SMS/Chatting. Both are happy.
It is also very nice to have an Android phone and tablet since you can bounce between both using similar apps and really marry them with some great apps. DataSync automatically keeps my app data in sync, so my game saves are constant on either device. Apps and Games I buy for my tablet also work on my phone without a separate purchase. I use WiFi Tethering with my 4G Galaxy Nexus to keep them both on the same network with internet access. When Tethered, I can also use WiFi File Explorer to share files from either device.
Awesome experience. The small size of the N7 is really great. I came from a 10" Asus Transformer and I love the pocketable size. It fits in a coat pocket to free my hands or stows in a glove box.
I use a Portenzo Book Cover case and it's great.
I love my 32GB N7 had it for over a week and it's a dream to use, add the Tablet Talk app that's available from the Play Store and you can use it as a fully functional phone (but you have to tether to phone over WiFi or Bluetooth, and calls are routed through the phone speaker/microphone).
Roland
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I love my 32GB N7 had it for over a week and it's a dream to use, add the Tablet Talk app that's available from the Play Store and you can use it as a fully functional phone (but you have to tether to phone over WiFi or Bluetooth, and calls are routed through the phone speaker/microphone).
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What's the point of using N7 as a phone if you have to tether it to your existing phone?
I have been using my N7 since launch had 0 problems! I love this tablet!
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What's the point of using N7 as a phone if you have to tether it to your existing phone?
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Well SMS is one possible benefit. When you are laying on the couch surfing on your N7 and your phone is on the charger across the room... sucks to get up. I keep my phone stuff separate from my tablet stuff though, but I can see several cases where it would be useful.
Phone calls basically works with having a bluetooth headset and essentially using the tablet as a "remote" to answer/decline calls from your phone.
At least this is my understanding.
Regardless, this is still a great benefit for having paired an Android Phone/Tablet.
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To willy wave next to Galaxy Note users
looks like I'm getting a NEXUS 7 32GB tomorrow...
is there any way to get full screen when using the browser instead of it always showing the address line and so.. ??
do any of you think it stupid to bye a 7" inch tablet when having NOTE 2 as a phone when its 5.5" inch ?
At this point, just get another Mini. Google is showing that they can't even be assed to support their own flagship devices, and continue shipping out updates with broken Bluetooth and WiFi. These are not the actions of a company who cares about their customers.
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I don't know, I only use the app to text from as it's quicker than having to pick my phone up to reply to a text, and the bigger screen makers it easier to type than on the small keyboard of my Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc S.
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At this point, just get another Mini. Google is showing that they can't even be assed to support their own flagship devices, and continue shipping out updates with broken Bluetooth and WiFi. These are not the actions of a company who cares about their customers.
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They've said that they will be releasing a fix for 4.2 before December. That it's in 3days. They would be insane to not care about customers and to say get an iPad because the nexus update has a few problems that they are working on is not helpful really.
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They've said that they will be releasing a fix for 4.2 before December. That it's in 3days. They would be insane to not care about customers and to say get an iPad because the nexus update has a few problems that they are working on is not helpful really.
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They released 4.2.1 today, the update you are talking about, and it has fixed a whole bunch of NOTHING in regards to critical systems. Woohoo, I can set a birthday but I can't use my bluetooth devices, and if I try the screeching and popping and skipping make them worthless.
So excuse me, but I am a long time Nexus owner and Android enthusiast. The changes they have made to the BT stack were unwarranted and unneeded as of 4.1, so why did they do it? I would be out of a job if my change control process were this piss poor.
Return that crappy ipad mini and pocket that extra kroner on a nexus 7. One thing you might miss is the back camera which is useful for barcode scanning, pdf scanning and other apps like that (for actual photos, it's silly though)
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Interesting to hear the comments trashing 4.2 and Google in other threads and then you come to this thread and no one is having issues. I got my Nexus 7 on last Friday and have stayed at 4.1.2 based on the flaming 4.2 is getting.
Not sure what to believe.
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They released 4.2.1 today, the update you are talking about, and it has fixed a whole bunch of NOTHING in regards to critical systems. Woohoo, I can set a birthday but I can't use my bluetooth devices, and if I try the screeching and popping and skipping make them worthless.
So excuse me, but I am a long time Nexus owner and Android enthusiast. The changes they have made to the BT stack were unwarranted and unneeded as of 4.1, so why did they do it? I would be out of a job if my change control process were this piss poor.
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Someone posted the update fixed BT on their device... Just saying. Maybe flash it again but with a factory reset first?
Hi Guys,
I am currently looking to buy new tablet and eying on Nexus 7 or Nexus 10. [ I am using Nexus 4 as a mobile phone ] ( I want t pure android)
I dont usually/ like to watch full movie or video on the tab or play an intensive games.
I usually do the following on a tablet
- browsing web/ facebook
- checking/ replying emails
- chatting (skype, whatsapps, wechat, magicjack)
- google apps (maps, earth, hangout, keeps, current, etc)
- youtube and music
- light games (candy crush, logo quiz, temple run)
1.) I am looking a tablet that is portable, since I am always at the office (which I have a 15" laptop) and bring my tab (sometimes I use for a meetings, take note, email, reference) with me and malls/ shops on weekends with wife (waiting for her while she shop )
2.) I want a tablet that can do wifi hotspot , as I am sharing my data plan to my mobile phone and to my wife's ipad (with good battery life, at least can turn on the wifi hotspot at least 10 hours)
3.) I want to be able to set / lock the mobile data to WCDMA / HSDPA. I have ASUS Transformer TF300TG before and its fluctuating from hsdpa to edge from time to time, so I cannot get a good speed on my data plan.
I attached a snapshot for the #2 and #3 reference.
Thank you
Because Nexus 10 does not have 3G version so Nexus 7 with 3G/Wifi is what you need. Or you might wait for next generation of Nexus 7.
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Definitely nexus 7. Wait a month for the next generation.
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3) is definitely a software thing if you choose to use custom ROMs. As for the rest, owning both, there's really nothing according to your priorities that the Nexus 10 beats the Nexus 7 in, so I'd definitely jump on the Nexus 7 (you can either wait for the new version, or, since the current Nexus 7 is quite a good device as-is, wait for its launch to crash the price for current-gen Nexus 7s and buy then).
Oh come on guys.. N7's next gen is a huge rumour..... its too good to be true.
to the topic, N7 is better than N10 because of a couple of reasons.
Firstly, it suits your needs. Well I don't personally like heating up a tablet to provide wifi service, the hotspot thing, for 10 hrs. In my place, I've got a portable wifi router, it's called PTCL eVo Wingle here. Got awesome speed of 9.1 mbps and has a battery life of 10 hrs. Try finding a similiar thing for yourself.
Secondly, Nexus 10 has been known to have a huge display, hence there have been app problems. Certain apps can't display properly, so N7 is favorite among us. But then if you wanna be a bit deviant, N10 suits you. You've got very minimal needs so N7 should you very well. It's portable, and you can attach abluetooth keyboard if you don't prefer the onscreen keyboard (who does..???? )
So good luck..!
alicarbovader said:
Oh come on guys.. N7's next gen is a huge rumour..... its too good to be true.
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Nexus 7 was too good too be true when it was released last year.
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nguyen47 said:
Nexus 7 was too good too be true when it was released last year.
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Well the things that Google is throwing around this time are too good to be true. Like a 5MP camera, HD display, and many more, and that in lesser price than the old Nexus 7. Either believe the price, specs or none...
lee.n said:
Hi Guys,
I am currently looking to buy new tablet and eying on Nexus 7 or Nexus 10. [ I am using Nexus 4 as a mobile phone ] ( I want t pure android)
I dont usually/ like to watch full movie or video on the tab or play an intensive games.
I usually do the following on a tablet
- browsing web/ facebook
- checking/ replying emails
- chatting (skype, whatsapps, wechat, magicjack)
- google apps (maps, earth, hangout, keeps, current, etc)
- youtube and music
- light games (candy crush, logo quiz, temple run)
1.) I am looking a tablet that is portable, since I am always at the office (which I have a 15" laptop) and bring my tab (sometimes I use for a meetings, take note, email, reference) with me and malls/ shops on weekends with wife (waiting for her while she shop )
2.) I want a tablet that can do wifi hotspot , as I am sharing my data plan to my mobile phone and to my wife's ipad (with good battery life, at least can turn on the wifi hotspot at least 10 hours)
3.) I want to be able to set / lock the mobile data to WCDMA / HSDPA. I have ASUS Transformer TF300TG before and its fluctuating from hsdpa to edge from time to time, so I cannot get a good speed on my data plan.
I attached a snapshot for the #2 and #3 reference.
Thank you
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Minus tethering and mobile data, you had the same requirements I had when choosing the Nexus 7. I came from the Iconia A500, a 10 inch tablet, and I can say I don't miss the screen size at all. Much easier to type out IM/Facebook messages! 10 inches is good only if you heavily watch movies/youtube, or would rather not downgrade. That said, the Nexus 10 is more powerful. I recently bought the current Nexus 7 and find it to be totally fast (minus Chrome sometimes but that should improve with data compression) and have a brilliant screen but if you want the bleeding edge Nexus experience you can always wait for the newer Nexus 7 that is supposedly coming.
lee.n said:
Hi Guys,
I am currently looking to buy new tablet and eying on Nexus 7 or Nexus 10. [ I am using Nexus 4 as a mobile phone ] ( I want t pure android)
I dont usually/ like to watch full movie or video on the tab or play an intensive games.
I usually do the following on a tablet
- browsing web/ facebook
- checking/ replying emails
- chatting (skype, whatsapps, wechat, magicjack)
- google apps (maps, earth, hangout, keeps, current, etc)
- youtube and music
- light games (candy crush, logo quiz, temple run)
1.) I am looking a tablet that is portable, since I am always at the office (which I have a 15" laptop) and bring my tab (sometimes I use for a meetings, take note, email, reference) with me and malls/ shops on weekends with wife (waiting for her while she shop )
2.) I want a tablet that can do wifi hotspot , as I am sharing my data plan to my mobile phone and to my wife's ipad (with good battery life, at least can turn on the wifi hotspot at least 10 hours)
3.) I want to be able to set / lock the mobile data to WCDMA / HSDPA. I have ASUS Transformer TF300TG before and its fluctuating from hsdpa to edge from time to time, so I cannot get a good speed on my data plan.
I attached a snapshot for the #2 and #3 reference.
Thank you
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You won't need the Nexus 10's screen size if you don't watch movies on it, and apart from that they basically do the same thing (except the Nexus 7 is more portable).
10" was too large for portability for me. The 7" did the trick for me for the reasons you stated (mostly portability), and of course you can tether no problem. However, as it was stated, you might want to wait for the next iteration of the n7 simply cuz right now the one that's out now is kinda of "old"...has 32gb, but...
As a very recent nexus owner (awesome deal on a refurb.), I gotta say the "7" has MORE than lived up to what I was hoping for. I use it more primarily for e-books and surfing/light gaming when near a hotspot or at home. It has excellent gps, so navigation is "on" as well.
The "10" would be too big for what I like to do with the device. (no knock on the 10, just too large for my use.)
More good info is coming out about the new "7" via multiple sources, with an expected ship date in July. Price will be around 225$, but for what you're doing getting a gen 1 device wouldn't be bad idea either, especially as the gen 1 will most likely get discounted fairly heavily.
Either way, can't go wrong.
Love my nexus7.
Thanks, Guys for responding to my post.
By achieving #3 of my first post- do i need to install custom rom? Stock android cannot do this ? I want to be able to get update from google as soon as they release newer version, so i think if i install custom rom will defeat this ? As said on my previous post, i need the option to set to wcdma only, data plan on my place fluctuate from gsm to wcdma alot if set to auto.
I also don't want to carry another device such as portable hotspot ,that's why i am looking/asking if nexus 7 can do this. In fact, i have note 10.1 which can do the above, but i am looking into replacing this to smaller one as i am having hard time replying to email, typing, carrying around.
I will definitely wait for the new nexus 7.
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You might be able to find an app on stock that would work. Perhaps FoxFi? Mine is WiFi only so I can't test that.
Mine is just a joy. Definitely hits the size sweet spot. I think 10" is just too big even with the fabulous screen. The N7 feels really good in the hand too with the faux leather back. I had an iPad for a while and it just wasn't comfortable to hold for any length of time. The screen on the N7 is great too. My only real quibble, and it goes for almost all tabs save your 10.1, is the mono rear facing speaker. Sure, it's loud enough, but if HTC can do it on cellphones, why can't front facing stereo speakers be done on tablets.....especially since telephony earpieces are not getting in the way?
The price also makes it unbeatable. I got my 32GB 3G unit for around $250 when converted from the local currency. The iPad mini is nearly double that when similarly spec'd. It really makes the purchase a no brainer. You won't be disappointed with the N7.
Do you guys think its worth to sell / replace my Galaxy Note 10.1 for Nexus 7?
I dont watch full movies on tab and i usually bring with me my tab wherever I go.
Hopefully new Nexus 7 comes our very soon.
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I'm running n4 and n7 at home and love the feel of a smaller tablet. I recommend it. There's also the hisense sero pro for 150.00 that looks decent but I'm sticking with the combo papow! If you hold it close enough to your face it's a big screen...
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Im running galaxy s3 with galaxy tab 2 10.1. Having come from a n7 myself, I would definatly not recommened it. I had the screen separation issue with the new 32gb model they released where the screen starts raising above the body of the device. Tried to send it back to asus and got the worst custimer service ever, and they tried putting the blame on me as if I had broken it myself, even though the tablet was in a case the whole time I had it.. dont get one, the nexus 10 is a much better choice
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