Hey guys!
Firstly, I wanna say that I'm a complete Android noob... so I'm sorry if this question is silly or an easy fix- I don't mean to waste anyone's time!
I bought a Xenta Wireless Bluetooth Keyboard and Stand Combo [even though it said it's for iPads, it also said that it works with some Android devices, so I decided to take a chance], and although I've managed to successfully pair the keyboard with my Eee Pad Transformer [and it shows up as a Bluetooth keyboard], I'm not able to type with it.
Would you happen to know of any way I could make this work, or would I need to return this, and hunt around for another stand/keyboard combo?
I must say, though, the Eee Pad fits the keyboard/stand very well, and it would make a great replacement for the standard Eee Pad Dock if it would just work!
Thanks in advance, and once again, sorry if I've asked a stupid question!
I am thinking of buying it too for my transformer. After paired go to keyboard and languages settings and select it as default input, try also holding down any space where you can write untill it promps you with input method selection.
let me know if that worked.
Is it a HID keyboard ?
Because my many years old ThinkOutside Bluetooth Stowaway HID keyboard works just fine.
jona86 said:
I am thinking of buying it too for my transformer. After paired go to keyboard and languages settings and select it as default input, try also holding down any space where you can write untill it promps you with input method selection.
let me know if that worked.
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I just received one today. It paired with no problem, BUT will NOT input to the TF101 !!!
It does NOT appear in the Keyboard/Settings ! It is shown as CONNECTED in the Wireless settings! Any help would be appreciated.
Sorry for the delay, guys. I managed to get it to work!
Basically, you need to pair the keyboard and the tablet, then download BlueKeyboardJP from Android Market.
After it's installed, enable BlueKeyboardJP from the "Language and Input" settings. BlueKeyboardJP [by default, I think] should attempt to connect to the keyboard automatically when you touch a text-entry field. So press the 'pair' button on the bottom of the keyboard again, touch a text-entry field, and the keyboard should connect and [hopefully] work perfectly!
It managed to do it with mine, and I found that, when choosing a keyboard map in BlueKeyboard, US works best, rather than any other settings.
Hope this helps!
If I'm honest, it's a very good stand and they keyboard works well. I made a few modifications to the stand part to enable it to sit back a bit more [otherwise the tablet was almost vertical when in landscape mode], but other than that, it works very well. It's very secure, and it makes a great alternative to the Asus Keyboard- especially if you don't want to lug an extra unit with a battery around.
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Basically, you need to pair the keyboard and the tablet, then download BlueKeyboardJP from Android Market.
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How do you did it? That is, download BlueKeyboardJP.
I cannot find it via market (it's blocked for Asus Transformer) and using market web site neither allow me to donwload since none of my devices (HTC hero, HTC Desire or Asus Transformer) is compatible with it.
Any way to download .APK file from somewhere?
Thanks in advance.
This is very helpful to me too. Thank you very much!
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Hi, I have an O2 XDA Mini S, and just received a Palmone Universal Wireless Keyboard from a friend. I was wondering if anyone had success using the two together? I tried the PPC keyboard driver from the palmone website, but haven't been able to get the two to talk to each other. If anyone can point me in the right direction, I would greatly appreciate it!
judging by the lack of responses, I guess the answer is no? Too bad, the keyboard seems pretty handy, although the Wizard doesn't sit in the craddle thingy that well. But it seems useful for taking notes and not lugging my laptop around.
Anyone? This would really come in handy!!!! PLEASE.
So try this drivers:
http://www2.sakar.com/modules.php?name=Downloads&d_op=viewdownload&cid=7
or for shure:
http://www.thinkoutside.com/support/Drivers.asp?ManufacturerID=45&ModelID=314
It work on my SX66... But...
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Anyone? This would really come in handy!!!! PLEASE.
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Hi,
Just want to let u know that the Palmone Universal Keyboard do work with my SX66 (HTC Blueangle). I am using the driver from palmone website. You got to make sure your BEAM function under SETTING->Connections is turned on. AND the IR port on your PPC must be in line with the IR port on the keyboard.
Everything work fine except that my PPC will go into sleep after the preset sleep time in the SETTING even when I am typing. Somehow, the IR activity didn't reset the system idle timer. Does anyone out there have a solution to this problem?? Is there any apps out there that can reset this timer so that it will not got to sleep when I am typing? Please help...
I recently got the JasJam and wanted to know is it possible for a developer to be able to write a code for a '123' keyboard with the 'abc' letters on each number to appear when typing an sms with T9 functionality.
Your replies would be much appreciated..
Thanx.
lol, I would probably be prepared to be flamed for this...
And we wonder why people get in accidents...
I've never seen anything like what you are asking for though, and I think that it would still be very hard to do something like this while driving since it's a touch screen...
actually i think it'd be easier if somebody could write a code to modify the normal keyboard to accept sliding...
that is, if you poke at G then move to H and release at H, H gets typed not G
this makes things very easy to use 1 handed as you can keep your finger pressed to verify what is being typed before actually typing the letter
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lol, I would probably be prepared to be flamed for this...
And we wonder why people get in accidents...
I've never seen anything like what you are asking for though, and I think that it would still be very hard to do something like this while driving since it's a touch screen...
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no he has a valid point... trying to type in porn websites on your hermes while you're masturbating is quite tricky.
also... yes it is possible to do; if MS have released docs on writing your own keyboard map, then it could easily be done
you could try the phone pad cab in the ftp under tools and programs, it gives you the option to have the onscreen keyboard work like a normal phone pad with t9 predictive text
Well, there is an application that I use for one hand SMS. I don't actually use it when I am driving, however I do use it when I don't feel like sliding the keyboard. The app is "Tengo Thumb" and below is the URL and it is not free.
http://www.tengo.net/
Thanx for the replies. Will try TenGo and let u know how it works out..
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you could try the phone pad cab in the ftp under tools and programs, it gives you the option to have the onscreen keyboard work like a normal phone pad with t9 predictive text
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phone cab is the way to go. Install it, then soft reset and select it instead of the on screen keyboard and you tap on your screen as if its a phone with a keypad.
Pls excuse me..
I am having diffculties locating the Phone cab file..
Pls help.
Installed TengoThumb but it takes time getting used to.
Thanx in advanced.
Found it.
Thanx for your help gents.
Here's the link incase anyone else was looking for it.
Code:
ftp://xda:[email protected]/Hermes/Tools_and_Programs/Phone%20Pad%20-%20English%20Only.CAB
@kastro,
I have never used Phone-Pad so I am interested on you thought between the two products.
The reason why i ask this is because it is difficult to type an sms when driving...
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In the this country it is not only difficult but illegal! I nearly got killed by somebody using his phone while driving.
for those that don't know after installing the phone cab and restarting you have to select the onscreen keyboard and then press the arrow next the keyboard button
as for how it works, I find it pretty responsive, the t9 works as well as other phones, although if your a fast typer you can outpace the phone sometimes, I didn't find it a big problem.
the only real negatives I found was leaving fingerprints on half myscreen and the phone pad is a lot taller than the normal keyboard
OMg txting while driving
@lpsi2000
Phone pad is much better and more practical to use. It's exactly like using a normal keypad to type T9 sms's - it's actually even better..
The driving was simply an example to 1 hand typing. I started the thread cos there was no possible way i could continue with the Jasjam using its current features to type out an SMS.
And yes, it is illegal in my country... But who obeys the laws at the best of times?
i use the full keyboard while driving yes yes, flame me now...
but actually it works out kinda better, as i can put both hands on the wheel while holding the keyboard and still keep my eyes on the road...
WARNING, do not try this at home, this is a stunt performed by a professional with years and years of texting experience. I will not be held responsible for your inability to multi-task
@kastro,
Thanks for the tip and I will give it a shot.
@shogunmark,
Using the full keyboard while driving is definitely not an easy task especially at night. I agree with the warning, please do not try at home.
Will the Bluetooth keyboard for the Samsung galaxy tab work n the ViewSonic gtab?
i dont know but i would like to know as well. or any bt kwyboard.
This one works beautifully on the tablet Mini Bluetooth Wireless Keyboard
comhack said:
This one works beautifully on the tablet Mini Bluetooth Wireless Keyboard
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You just need to install BTInput.
comhack said:
This one works beautifully on the tablet Mini Bluetooth Wireless Keyboard
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Agreed. A buddy sent me this keyboard and finally got it connected via BlueInput and it works great. Gonna check out BTInput tonight.
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Agreed. A buddy sent me this keyboard and finally got it connected via BlueInput and it works great. Gonna check out BTInput tonight.
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Sorry the app is called BlueInput and is the same app you are using. I ended up paying for the application since it works so great. There are no extra features for the paid version that I can see besides the nag is missing when the app is started.
does that look like it's the same kb that works with blueinput ?
dealextreme.com/p/49-key-mini-rechargeable-bluetooth-wireless-qwerty-keyboard-for-android-windows-symbian-iphone-45604
Can anyone recommend a full sized bluetooth keyboard (preferably with touchpad or the little IBM nub) that works with the G-Tab? Or is the best bet just to go with an inexpensive USB keyboard (and if so any models with touchpads you can recommend)?
TIA!
Freaking market isn't showing up results for that APK. ARRGGGH.
And the web based market isn't showing up my G-Tab anymore in the device list.
WTH?!? LoL
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does that look like it's the same kb that works with blueinput ?
dealextreme.com/p/49-key-mini-rechargeable-bluetooth-wireless-qwerty-keyboard-for-android-windows-symbian-iphone-45604
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Sorry I did not see your post but yeah it looks to be the same one except they include accessories with it.
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Freaking market isn't showing up results for that APK. ARRGGGH.
And the web based market isn't showing up my G-Tab anymore in the device list.
WTH?!? LoL
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Just download the apk from their website: http://www.teksoftco.com/index.php?section=blueinputandroid&tab=download
Thanks for the link
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Just download the apk from their website: http://www.teksoftco.com/index.php?section=blueinputandroid&tab=download
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Has anyone found a different bluetooth keyboard that will work? I tried BlueInput with a microsoft 6000 series bluetooth keyboard and it would pair & connect, but it would never work.
HP bluetooth keyboard
I purchased the new bluetooth keyboard from HP, which says it should work with any HID-compatable device--and can't get the thing to work. I tried with standard settings first (both on my G-tab with Vegan 5.1, and my Evo4G) and could get it to pair, but not connect.
I then tried Blueinput, and got it again to connect, and only to pair with the keyboard--but had no function of the keyboard. I selected the input device to be Blueinput, and the keyboard made keyboard-like sounds when I hit the keys, but no info on the tablet. I selected all the options/settings I could find to select the keyboard (mainly the one mentioned above).
Has anyone else purchased the new HP keyboard (for the Xoom) and got it to work?
Hi. First of all I DID search for answers to this but could only find old threads and nothing related to the Flyer.
I found a Think Outside Stowaway Shasta Keyboard (oriented for blackberries) for a very good price and I was wondering if it'd be compatible with the Flyer. Does anyone know if the Flyer is compatible with HID or SPP keyboards? I know it can be paired with the XOOM and the Apple iPad one but I couldn't find which protocols those use. I really want a folding keyboard since I want full-size functionality but like how when folded it will fit anywhere the Flyer fits (making it a great match for portability). I also found an HP iPaq folding bluetooth keyboard and a Think Outside Dell rebranded Stoaway (earlier model than the Shasta) but both more expensive.
Well, thanks in advance for any help you guys might provide regarding profiles and bluetooth compatibility with keyboards.
On a side note I hope anything compatible with the Flyer is also compatible with the Sensation.
Thanks again.
I have a ThinkOutside BT keyboard and will try to remember to test it out tomorrow
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I'd greatly appreciate that. Thanks.
Basic keyboard protocol is handled by the flyer and pairing is done buy first typing a pin into the tablets dialogue box then typing the same pin on the keyboard followed by return.
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Basic keyboard protocol is handled by the flyer and pairing is done buy first typing a pin into the tablets dialogue box then typing the same pin on the keyboard followed by return.
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I know how pairing works. The question is whether it uses HID bluetooth profile or SPP Bluetooth profiles or both in order to work with the keyboard. Folding keyboards use one or the other but few use both so I want to make sure the one on offer would work with the flyer. I would prefer not to depend on a program like KeyPro to maybe get it to work.
I have an old hid keyboard (stowaway) and it works like a charm... If you want to write in English. If you want to write with accents or special characters, such as Spanish, you need to long press the physical key and then choose the accented vowel on the screen for instance, which is quite uncomfortable
I'm typing this post from my logitech BT keyboard made for honeycomb. Have had no issues with syncing to my stock flyer. Only downside is that while in landscape the up/down arrows are used to move left to right rather than uing the standard arrow keys.
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I have an old hid keyboard (stowaway) and it works like a charm... If you want to write in English. If you want to write with accents or special characters, such as Spanish, you need to long press the physical key and then choose the accented vowel on the screen for instance, which is quite uncomfortable
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Thanks. Thankfully I mostly work in English. My flyer's also in English so I'm not sure how easy it would be to change the keyboard functionality to Spanish even if it were a Spanish layout (though the bilingual text prediction might come in handy for those times I need it).
i want to know if some one could make the wiimote to function with the flyer
Yep, paired right up. Home key worked, basic typing worked well. Many of the other keys (email for example) did not work. I'll probably take flyer & keyboard in addition to laptop next time I travel to see how much I really need the laptop.
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Hey there!
I tried to get an Apple wireless keyboard working on my 7500 running the 3G ICS kang. The device pairs up, but pressing keys doesn't do anything. If I remember right you needed the official samsung keyboard app to make keyboards work, would having it installed help?
Sorry if this was already answered, searched google and forum search isn't working for me for some reason ... so, can anyone tell me how to get it to work? =)
Hmm strange, it's working now, seems like a reset was all that was needed and now it works just splendit.
Even stuff like ctrl+c, ctrl+v works fine, didn't think that would work out of the box. The only thing that doesn't work is function keys, but I never thought that would be the case.
So if a moderator sees this, you can probably just delete this whole thread
- Happily typed this on my new Apple wireless keyboard =)