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Feature Requests for Tiamat XOOM ROM!

What feasible feature additions would you like in the upcoming Tiamat XOOM ROM? Leave your ideas here, and I'll implement as many as possible.
Thanks!

please do a Euro one too!

Tiz sftwrz brkd my zom
Sent From My Evo

I hope tethering is included. Phone to Xoom to PC. ;-)

for those of you interested in wifi only and europe versions, I need a system dump and the boot.img. i'm still trying to get this thing to boot. almost got it. xoom hc 3.1 is fully deodexed. It looks like a data and cache wipe will be required. So make sure you have the latest recovery from solarnz and do a good titanium backup. It looks like the initial release will be minimal. the idea is just to get everybody deodexed. but i've got some epic stuff in mind. Oh, somebody mentioned timeframes. Well, my wife said she's been feeling neglected and I love the androidz more than here. So i have to give her some attention for a while. But i bet if you go by #xoom on freenode, you'll have the most up to date info
also, this thread probably wont be the release thread. Get me those dumps. Also, start posting what type of features you are interested in. the more ideas the better.
also, be sure to stop by the Transformer board and give a big thanks to Roach for giving me the spark to get this thing going. The xoom community and the Tiamat Xoom Development Team are in his debt. Epic pwnage Roach!
BRDeodex

i'm exausted. i'll post a nice flashable zip later that will make the necessary images and put them on ur sdcard for uploading. let's see those rom feature ideas!

bigrushdog said:
i'm exausted. i'll post a nice flashable zip later that will make the necessary images and put them on ur sdcard for uploading. let's see those rom feature ideas!
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Well I'll tell you of one idea, though I highly doubt that it will be possible. But the ONE feature or mod I'd love to see above *ALL* others for the Xoom is the ability to adjust contrast & saturation on the screen. Again I know this isn't necessarily a typical ROM feature in the classic sense, but regardless if there is any way this can be done I'd be more interested in this than in any other single feature or improvement.

Only suggestions i have for a rom are improve the lag with the launcher, that is really the only thing that annoys me with my xoom. Also desktop as the default for the browser.
Can't wait to see what you come up with!!
Thanks
Dan

joeski27 said:
Well I'll tell you of one idea, though I highly doubt that it will be possible. But the ONE feature or mod I'd love to see above *ALL* others for the Xoom is the ability to adjust contrast & saturation on the screen. Again I know this isn't necessarily a typical ROM feature in the classic sense, but regardless if there is any way this can be done I'd be more interested in this than in any other single feature or improvement.
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This would be a kernel mod,
Take a look at voodoo color
https://github.com/project-voodoo/linux_samsung/tree/nexus-s-voodoo-color

bigrushdog said:
i'm exausted. i'll post a nice flashable zip later that will make the necessary images and put them on ur sdcard for uploading. let's see those rom feature ideas!
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Some nice transition windows effects, also the numeric battery like the one you are using, the turn off animation like the gingerbread but in landscape mode. So many, so glad the hear that you are working on a rom.
Patiently waiting. Thanks.
Sent from my Xoom using XDA Premium App

Cyanogen style tweaks please. Home app locked in memory. "Status bar" power widget also please.....

im just a measly noob but here are some suggestions....
change the recently used apps to tile across the screen instead of having to scroll through them
desktop browser mode permanently set
any HBOgo/netflix mods if possible
tv off gingerbread animation
bigger geebeez and the wifis
any good ported widgets/live wallpapers
ext4/swap file system?
customize LED notification color
neon green colors!

Feature Requests:
Fix wallpaper scaling. I want to be able to set wallpapers without having to crop.
Built in screenshot.
Colored keyboard themes.
Built in OC options.
Custom Widgets.
I'll edit and add more later.

how about a way to lock out screen inputs so we can watch video or use GPS without worrying about bumping the screen. That would be useful for folks with kids who watch cartoons, etc.

Midway through typing this, I thought of a better option.
Map hardware keys (i.e hit both volume buttons at once) to drop down the bottom notification bar windows style, so that it isnt there when we're watching movies or playing games. Then you hit both volume keys again to bring it back up.
My original idea was to have some way of hiding it when you bring up certain apps (emulators, moboplayer), but still have it retain it's functionality. Like you dont SEE the back button, you can press where it is and it will still work.

patass said:
Midway through typing this, I thought of a better option.
Map hardware keys (i.e hit both volume buttons at once) to drop down the bottom notification bar windows style, so that it isnt there when we're watching movies or playing games. Then you hit both volume keys again to bring it back up.
My original idea was to have some way of hiding it when you bring up certain apps (emulators, moboplayer), but still have it retain it's functionality. Like you dont SEE the back button, you can press where it is and it will still work.
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THIS FEATURE IS WHAT DRIVES ME NUTS
I think I might donate if we can get rid of that notification bar while playing games/movies. My only real problem I have with my xoom.

bigrushdog said:
for those of you interested in wifi only and europe versions, I need a system dump and the boot.img. i'm still trying to get this thing to boot. almost got it. xoom hc 3.1 is fully deodexed. It looks like a data and cache wipe will be required. So make sure you have the latest recovery from solarnz and do a good titanium backup. It looks like the initial release will be minimal. the idea is just to get everybody deodexed. but i've got some epic stuff in mind. Oh, somebody mentioned timeframes. Well, my wife said she's been feeling neglected and I love the androidz more than here. So i have to give her some attention for a while. But i bet if you go by #xoom on freenode, you'll have the most up to date info
also, this thread probably wont be the release thread. Get me those dumps. Also, start posting what type of features you are interested in. the more ideas the better.
also, be sure to stop by the Transformer board and give a big thanks to Roach for giving me the spark to get this thing going. The xoom community and the Tiamat Xoom Development Team are in his debt. Epic pwnage Roach!
BRDeodex
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I have all the stock images...you know where to find me.

Kippui said:
THIS FEATURE IS WHAT DRIVES ME NUTS
I think I might donate if we can get rid of that notification bar while playing games/movies. My only real problem I have with my xoom.
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+1
Also maybe there is an app? But adjusting hdmi out resolution. And custom light levels like Cm7.
Also its annoying that I can't turn off xoom screen and still output hdmi.
So glad to hear a Rom is coming!
Sent from my ADR6400L using XDA App

ROM feature requests:
1. keep it Verizon so non-US folks can still access Music beta and google books.
2. Be able to move bottom navigation bar to top. **
3. Ability to adjust colours to calibrate screen to other screens, prints, skin tones.
4. Ability to change navigation bar icons so we have non-Tron choices.
5. Integrated BRD donation widget. ;

maybe the ability to use chainfire 3d so we can play quadcomm games its a idea

[Q] Basic Walkthrough on How to Customize your GT-6810?

Ok. I'm VERY green when it comes to anything Android. I'm a recent Apple converter!
I'm just getting used to how things are with Android and I'm anxious to understand what the capabilities are after you've rooted your tablet.
I "jailbroke" my iPad 2, so I'm familiar with what the idea is of "rooting" I suppose. Problem is, I can't seem to find anything available for the GT-6810 (wifi only) version of the Galaxy Tab 7.7
I "rooted" the device and installed Superuser. Now what? How do I start customizing and making this tablet run smoother / faster?
I'm sorry if there's 1000 questions like this, but I really am trying to learn and google hasn't helped me much other than to direct me to this site
Hope you all can help shed some light on a few of my questions.

I also came from an iPad2 but this is an ideal size for me. As more people acquire the 7.7 more Devs will come on board and develop Roms. Nothing available at the moment but they will come. Mine is rooted also with CWM and ready to flash the first Rom for the 6810. Am running a few rooted apps like Titanium Backup, Root Explorer, Cache Cleaner NG, Mobile Odin and Honeybar etc. Have a look around the Sub Forums on XDA with other Tabs and android phones and see whats happening. Enjoy your Tab.

I have the P6800, but no matter, I'll get you a tutorial up in a little bit. In the mean time, have a look at me messing around with my 7.7 on ADW EX! Check out my other videos too!
I'll post a tutorial on how to get your 7.7 (WiFi and/or 3G) working as smoothly as that soon!

really look forward with your tutorial Jade Eyed Wolf

wow that video looks awesome! it'd be wonderful to see a walkthrough on how you did that ...
Right now I'm running into a problem though. I tried to wipe and restore to default and after the wipe, I go through the initial setup where I select United States + English, then setup wifi and confirm google settings and I get an error that shows ...
Sorry!
The application Settings (process com.android.settings) has stopped unexpectedly. Please try again.
I get only two options, force close and report.
I would post a picture of the message but this site won't let me because I'm new.
How do I fix this?

Just got my 6800. Gorgeous screen.
I've rooted, and apparently flashed CVM recovery via Odin (I'm downoload a tweaded ROM now, but the server is so slow, will open in 2hs..).
However, I can't seem to boot into CVM. The combination seemed to change a bit since I flashed root, and I can't figure out which is which.
1. Stock tablet, to get into stock recovery, power button+vol. up. Then let go power when you see the logo. Easy.
2. After root, the way to get into stock recovery is not volume+up, now it's volume down? Why? Am I wrong?
3. After CVM, all bets are off. I tired power+vol up; power+vol down; nothing. I'm stuck at this point. I'll figure out soon I hope.
Edit: never mind, I must have been doing something wrong. Power+vol down is stock, Power+vol up is CVM.
Cheers,

The wait is over!

Thanks so much Jade!
Does anyone have any recommendations for some cool or useful apps, paid or free?
What about any "bloatware" on the 7.7 that can be removed to make the device run faster or make space? Are any of the widgets or programs on the 7.7 known for slowing down the tablet and shouldn't be used?

Few New MODs! VolumeStepping Fixed - More Mods in 2nd post!

Edit: Volume Stepping Mod fixed! More Mods Added!! See second post for new Mods.
Hello, my name is Doc....and I am a recovering lurker!
First post ever here! (Would that be Step 2 or 3 in the recovery program???)
Anyhow, I have been lurking around XDA for quite some time now, mostly just absorbing A LOT of fantastic information, and although it is not much I thought it was time I shared back!
Please keep in mind, that I can offer no promise of support. (These are mods I did for myself and figured others may appreciate them.) The main reason I have never participated here before is time, as in I don't have much of it! (Single Dad, 2 jobs, and all that jazz) I will do my best to help out (and keep contributing), but there will often be periods of time where I simply will not be around to respond. I am not trying to be an ass, just honest and up front. If there are any issues with what I share, I don't want people getting angry because the OP wasn't around to fix his stuff!
I have been using these for a few weeks now and have had no real problems, so I am fairly confident that they should work for the rest of you. Once I reach my 10 post limit I will move these into the Development section since it seems that very few people even vist these other areas anymore. I will also post links to the original threads where I got the mods.
If any of these have already been done for our phones please let me know. And of course, if anyone knows of a better way, or has any ideas, please do share!
Link to downloads are at bottom of post.
Remember, these are for STOCK FROYO!
NANDROID, NANDROID, NANDROID!!!
Remap Faves button to Settings (Rosie.apk) -(Thanks/Credit to the1wingedangel)-
I know there are quite a few of these already out there, but have not seen one made to go into Settings. I find I use it quite often and it has been very convenient for me. Hopefully someone else may find it usefull as well.
Smooth Spinners (Framework-res.apk) -(Thanks/Credit to D.O.C)-
This is simple eye-candy, but I like it a lot! It does what it implies...Smooths out the rotation of the spinning circles displayed while loading.
(NOTE: This mod is in Framework-res.apk, so if you are themed, you may not want to flash this) (I will post the modded smali files later on so you can do a simple copy paste and keep your themes intact)
Volume Stepping Increase and Smooth Scroll (Framework.jar) -(Thanks/Credit to AndroidON)-
The Smooth Scroll portion of this will disable ScrollingCache for the whole system. Apparently it was not implemented as well as it should have been and I find my Slide really likes having it disabled. (i.e. Under Settings > Applications > Manage Apps - when scrolling through the list of apps, it is very very smooth! No more skipping or hesitating!)
The volume portion will not increase the max volume of your Slide, but will allow finer control over the volume. It changes:
Media, Bluetooth and TTS from 15 to 30 volume steps;
Ringtone from 7 to 15 volume steps;
Voice Call from 5 to 10 volume steps. (I am uncertain what this changed, as in-call and speakerphone volume remains unchanged. I assume this may be overridden by another setting or it is not applicable to the custom ROM I am using. If anyone knows more about this, please share your knowledge!)
Download: min.us/mEspresso < copy/paste in browser
Thanks to everyone here at XDA!
ENJOY!

Extended Power Menu - All In One Zip - Decompiled files for Framework-res.apk
Here are a couple of more Mods...
All mods are flashable through CWM.
Extended Power Menu (Reboot) (android.policy.jar and com.htc.resources.apk) -(Thanks/Credit to ca1ne)-
My personal fave! This will add an extended power menu...Long press the power button and you will see an extra option, Reboot! Select this and you will get a second menu to choose the type of reboot. Choose from Normal, Hot Restart, Bootloader, or Recovery.
I do plan on uploading one without the htc.resources.apk for those that have already modded this file. The only reason it is included is for the Reboot icon. I made this icon for myself, but it is possible to default it to the generic Settings Gear icon you may have seen on similar mods, which would remove the need for including the extra file.
AllMods.zip - This is all of the mods I have listed so far, in one flashable file.
In my download folder, you will notice a few other items:
SmoothSpinnersMod_Themed.zip and AllMods_Themed.zip - These are the exact same mods, only the framework-res.apk is the one I personally use. (Others provided have not been themed). It isn't much, but I used UOT (Thanks to them of course!!) to spice up my Status Bar a little. Replaced many of the white status icons with prettier colored ones, changed the stock spinner to a Radar spinner, and included the Circle Battery with %.
I had it, so I figured I'd share it!
SmoothSpinners Files.zip - If your framework-res is already modded/themed, this is for you. Unzip the files, decompile your framework-res and copy/paste the files from my zip to: framework-res.apk/res/drawable/ Recompile. Thats it.
I know these are fairly minor mods, but I wanted to put them out there anyway in case someone is interested. I do hope someone finds some good use in these.
There are a few other mods I have attempted, but could not get to work on Froyo. I will likely be making the move to SalsaSlide sometime this week. (Finally, right??) Anyway, I plan to bring all of these over to GB as well as a few others I have been working on, so stay tuned!
Downloads: min.us/mEspresso < copy/paste in browser.

I know that these are for Froyo, which is probably not being used by very many people here anymore, but I am curious if anyone has even tried any of them and if so what did you think?
Sent from my custom MT3gS

Wow! It seems I am a bit more behind the times than I realized! I guess it is time to move on, eh? Ah well, Gingerbread here I come!

DocHoliday77 said:
Wow! It seems I am a bit more behind the times than I realized! I guess it is time to move on, eh? Ah well, Gingerbread here I come!
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Don't be so quick, I end up coming back to my favorite froyo rom because things just work. I loved your reboot mod. I have a request, I have seen other froyo phones with power control widgets on the notification, do you think that's possible on sense?

not happy with jelly bean

ok, so few days ago I updated my note to official samsung ota jb release. After updating I did not see much improvement, apps open/close faster, not sure if they actually do or is it just faster animation then there is some blocking mode in the settings which is like a new feature, also virtual keyboard is easier to move around the screen, so this is the good stuff, now the bad.
I have haptic feedback off or I HAD, now everytime time I move icons tablet vibrates, also when shutting down. How do I completely swith it off? also notifications, I have spen detection swithed off, now everytime I remove spen the ugly notification appears informing me i just removed spen and stays in the notifications menu... unnesesary and a waste of screen space?
The notification menu is a mess now, it can now scroll up and down
also when shutting down ugly message appears telling me the tablet is shuting down
also had to download from internet and install additional keyboard language, when previously just had to set it in options and that was all
is it possible to bring back the old look and feel while keeping the new features(the butter thingy and a new keyboard)?

ziprar said:
Is it possible to bring back the old look and feel while keeping the new features(the butter thingy and a new keyboard)?
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No. And a lot of the changes you're referencing are between Android 4.0.4 and 4.1 and have nothing to do with Samsung's implementation of JB. Some features are changed in the OS, Samsung's apps (EG: S Note, the Gallery), and the behavior of some functions, settings, and apps are different too. ICS to JB on the Note was a big overhaul so I wouldn't expect another one during the Note's lifespan; future changes are likely to be simple tweaks. So things that are gone are gone and things we have aren't likely to change significantly. If you want ICS back search on "Odin" and follow the instructions.

Cant I do a factory reset? or my original firmware is no more?

ziprar said:
Cant I do a factory reset? or my original firmware is no more?
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When you update the new s/w becomes your recovery so if you reset it'll still be JB. You can download the ICS version for your region from Samsung-Updates or Samfirmware and install it via Odin.

Reads as a bad update to me unless JB is a special firmware for you .
Wipe phone and as said flash stock rom .
Or contact Samsung service centre .
jje

Its not that a tablet is unusable, everything works fine, its because with ics it was all nice and tidy and now with jb its annoying with its excesive notifications. To me it feels a bit like a step back.

ziprar said:
Its not that a tablet is unusable, everything works fine, its because with ics it was all nice and tidy and now with jb its annoying with its excesive notifications. To me it feels a bit like a step back.
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Do what I did, buy an extra pen and a case that will hold it. Make sure that power saving for pen is disabled,
Use the new pen and leave the old on in it's slot. Since you don't remove it, then it doesn't notify, but all works with the new one

Ive got the case already, but the extra pen idea is sweet, also because the original pen while works well feels a bit cheap and plastic(also too small and too thin and has no eraser).
What pen did you buy?

I have noticed much of a change myself

ok so another thing I just noticed, when opening youtube links in opera (my current browser, also useragent set to desktop) youtube app launches and it tries to display the vid and in case with several music vids Ive just tried it gives me a message saying that user has not made this vid available for mobile users or smth like that. now wtf is this bullcrap? this has never happened while i was on ics and also the same vids used to work both in the browser and in youtube app. now I am seriously considering a downgrade
Ive disabled youtube app and now when opening a link I get a message that no application is available to open it (and then opera still opens it). I guess I need to change file association thing (which app opens which files so basicly disable youtube app opening links) does anyone know how to do that?
edit: also youtube playback stops when switching to other tab
So I have decided to downgrade, now just have to find original firmware and Iam set.

ziprar said:
ok, so few days ago I updated my note to official samsung ota jb release. After updating I did not see much improvement, apps open/close faster, not sure if they actually do or is it just faster animation then there is some blocking mode in the settings which is like a new feature, also virtual keyboard is easier to move around the screen, so this is the good stuff, now the bad.
I have haptic feedback off or I HAD, now everytime time I move icons tablet vibrates, also when shutting down. How do I completely swith it off? also notifications, I have spen detection swithed off, now everytime I remove spen the ugly notification appears informing me i just removed spen and stays in the notifications menu... unnesesary and a waste of screen space?
The notification menu is a mess now, it can now scroll up and down
also when shutting down ugly message appears telling me the tablet is shuting down
also had to download from internet and install additional keyboard language, when previously just had to set it in options and that was all
is it possible to bring back the old look and feel while keeping the new features(the butter thingy and a new keyboard)?
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Wow, some people are never happy, and just need to complain. What about all the other good things, like better multi screen implementation, more apps for multi screen.
Seriously, all those thiings you described are just petty..."also when shutting down ugly message appears telling me the tablet is shuting down:eek".....I really feel for you...must be awful! Come on man, hardly worth getting your knickers in a twist about is it.

ziprar said:
I guess I need to change file association thing (which app opens which files so basicly disable youtube app opening links) does anyone know how to do that?
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You need to "Clear defaults" in each app that you want Android to forget the associations you set.
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Markhypnosis said:
Wow, some people are never happy.
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A couple of people have voiced issues with some of the changes in JB. I share your view; so much is improved that some of Samsung's changes to apps and functions are really minor in comparison. But, look at it this way, some people won't touch a device with an overlay while others swear by them. Different strokes.

You misunderstand, I like updates and I like new things, what I dont like is when features are removed, when I am forced to you use apps which I dont want to use or which dont work (youtube example, alot of music vids are restricted in the app while working perfectly in the browser, haptic feedback, I have it switched off yet the tablet still vibrates when shutting down or when the icons are being rearanged, ok fine but why there isnt a festure to COMPLETELY disable haptic feedback), when completely useless things are added (stupid and more importantly unnecesary notifications eg shutting down, spen removed...)
so yeah bring new and updated firmware not a steaming pile of crap
btw the "clear default" method doesnt work

ziprar said:
so yeah bring new and updated firmware not a steaming pile of crap
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You realize that a large portion of the forum has been on JB since November. There have been very few issues and pages of threads discussing the benefits of the new features. If what you're reporting as problems were affecting a lot of people there would have been more posts about them. Frankly, I don't really understand what most of your problems are based on the way you described them. I haven't had any YouTube issues since updating to JB in November and don't remember seeing any reported. So in describing the update as a "streaming pile of crap" you're kind of on your on in feeling that way.
btw the "clear default" method doesnt work
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It clears app association so it does "work." If it doesn't fix your problem that's another thing. You might want to try a hard reset and start from scratch.

I thought the same thing
JJEgan said:
Reads as a bad update to me unless JB is a special firmware for you .
Wipe phone and as said flash stock rom .
Or contact Samsung service centre .
jje
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I hated jellybean on my galaxy tab 2 7.0. But they did a awesome job of tweaking it for Note 10.1. I get serious battery life. Barely notice jellybean being on it. This tablet is fast and smooth. I love premium suite. I would wipe partition and user data and start again.

s pen
Go into settings and down to s pen, in that menu is an option that says something like change what option when s pen is removed... change it to "nothing"
ps I happen to freaking LOVE this jb update!! It's so great night fast...!

New Ultra headed my way!

Should have it by the 17th. Really looking forward to it.
There looks to be a lot more info here on Remix in general ...looks good! ?
One thing is I am hoping for is a way to safely increase the ram. Seems I read that the Ultra is already rooted, so hopefully there is an easy way to do this!
OH... The Ultra is on sale at Amazon for $199 ...says it includes keyboard! Sweet!
?

It's not rooted. But its easy to flash a custom recovery and install the su binary.

BamaPanda said:
Should have it by the 17th. Really looking forward to it.
There looks to be a lot more info here on Remix in general ...looks good!
One thing is I am hoping for is a way to safely increase the ram. Seems I read that the Ultra is already rooted, so hopefully there is an easy way to do thd
OH... The Ultra is on sale at Amazon for $199 ...says it includes keyboard! Sweet!
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If you can find the Cyanogen Mod recovery then you can download the supersu from the market. Boot into recovery and then apply the supersu as an update. Once done you cannot get OTA updates, but supersu lets you unroot and then you can repeate the process of replacing the recovery and rooting. Very easy to do and much easier than using other root tools out there.

Got it early. Ordered Friday... delivered Monday.
Already updated to 2.0, which changed the settings app. Then the mouse stopped working on the keyboard, so I may be looking to reset the tab and start over... not that big of a deal.
Unless someone chimes in here with an idea to get the trackpad working again.
Neat tab. Made a video I may post later.
Thanks for any helpful input.

Reset the tablet, all is well for the trackpad.
So this is supposed to be a multi-tasker, but for the life of me I cannot find the feature that was on version 1.5 ....the ability to have phone sized windows.
Where did that feature go? Anyone know?
Thanks.

BamaPanda said:
Reset the tablet, all is well for the trackpad.
So this is supposed to be a multi-tasker, but for the life of me I cannot find the feature that was on version 1.5 ....the ability to have phone sized windows.
Where did that feature go? Anyone know?
Thanks.
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Try under settings / applications and see if open in full screen mode is checked.

tomlogan1 said:
Try under settings / applications and see if open in full screen mode is checked.
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Thank you. I found it and it is un-checked.
I have since found a few apps, like calculator and another I installed ...Ccleaner, do open in smaller or larger windows, and can be moved about on the screen.
Still none of my larger apps, that I use for business ...like Polaris, seem to have any options to change.
I am thinking I am going to have to carefully check my apps and look for those which may work and fit with the Remix multi windows setup. So far there are not many.
Not quite what I expected, but I will keep working with it.
Thanks again!

I mentioned this in another post here. It applies to version 2.0.
The way to determine if the app being used can be brought down to a phone sized/smaller window is to swipe down with your finger from the top. To the right will be the option to expand or contract the app. Works on some apps, not on others, but at least now I know where the option is.
Hope this helps.

App Freezing
Anyone having problems with apps freezing, mouse still working, but cant scroll or select on apps.
Giving me trouble in facebook messenger and google drive

oh yeah. i have to hard-reboot mine at least once a day. video is usually the culprit, specifically youtube.
support didn't have any advice so i've just gotten used to it.

Its an ongoing problem. Video is the first notification of it you'll notice, but I've seen it in games too, specifically Alto's Adventure and The Room 3.
According to the errors I've captured with logcat its an issue caused by the nvidia drivers.

yes, i have noticed that in logcat too. is it that NVIDIA is not meant to work with android? surely there are other android devices on their chips... it is so frustrating.