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Hi I have been following a great little drawing program called Fresco. Currently it does not support scribe pen but the developer is waiting on HTC SDK for the scribe pen. As soon as HTC releases the SDK I am hoping the developer will implement the pen to the program. On its own merit the program is quite robust with many options not available on other drawing apps yet. Thought those artist who bought the HTC in hopes of using it as a sketch pad could find this interesting.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1132869
Looks nice indeed, lets hope HTC releases the SDK soon. Or they lose any momentum they still.have left.
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Thanks for this recommendation. As a artist myself, this is wat I was lookin for. Definitely hope the pen gets used for the app cause I will take full advantage of it
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Yes, the dev seems very responsive about supporting the Flyer. I asked him a couple of weeks ago about supporting the pen, and he promptly signed up to the notify list for the SDK.
Now if HTC would just hurry up and release the dang thing so we can get some proper drawing apps! I have also sent email to the devs of Sketchbook pro, and hopefully there is enough demand for them to support the pen as well.
Fresco is a great start for a drawing app though, and it's super fast.
Hi, I've the developer of the app. I've contacted HTC a few ways and can't get any date on when the SDK is coming out. I've tried asking for early access too but I didn't get anywhere. Are there any unofficial ways to enable pen support? I thought I might find some hacks on some of the forums here but I didn't find anything.
I bought the Flyer for one reason only and that is to take of advantage of its pressure sensitivity pen. But to my amazement there is no app out there that utilize in its capability. I mean I can take notes with the capacitive stylus, but I think the Flyer should have come out with a drawing app to capitalize on their pressure sensitivity pen. I hope Fresco drawing app will support it soon.
Open sense sdk just released
Thought this was interesting.
http://wccftech.com/htc-flyer-receive-honeycomb-32-update-august/
The blogger cites the source from:
http://www.175wan.com/article-190-1.html
Pretty interesting... we'll see how long it really takes, but seems to be in the works... hopefully with an unlocked bootloader... though it seems we're getting close on the rooting front.
Nice find! Hope this is indeed true.
I hope ....
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i hope, but the first link doesn't have any official source and the second....difficult to read (Chinese)....
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Google translate ftw. Still kinda hard to read but youll get the main idea at least lol
Yea, yea, but when will the pen SDK be released? That's the real big one.
Hard to find, but the link to the source is just above the comments.
I thought the pen SDK was released already... Shortly after the release of the Flyer.
kcchen said:
I thought the pen SDK was released already... Shortly after the release of the Flyer.
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Nope still waiting for htc to release it. They are pretty busy right now trying to figure out how to make an ota that will unlock the bootloaders ha.
and at the same time, HTC announced they are releasing the Flyer's source code! interesting time ahead of us. I can't wait
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and at the same time, HTC announced they are releasing the Flyer's source code!
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They announced only to publish the kernel source and it's there (second row at 19/7)
Honeycomb is something I have been expecting.
I may be in the minority here, but are there anyone else NOT that excited about Honeycomb upgrade? I also have a Honeycomb device (Asus Transformer) and Flyer is tons more reliable than Transformer. I have hardly seen any crashes or force close on my Flyer, while on the Transformer it is very frequent.
Granted, HTC most likely have done extensive research and testing to make sure Honeycomb is stable enough for the Flyer, but many would agree that Honeycomb is more of an exercise for Google, and the real tablet OS is the forthcoming ICS.
I dread the impending upgrade to HC rendering the Flyer into a crash prone nutjob as other HC devices. Hopefully my fear is unfounded and I will be proved wrong.
I have found alot of talk on alot of different sites about the upgrade to Honeycomb on the Flyer but I don't have a Flyer. I have a Evo View 4g, so what about us? Are we entitled to the same upgrade? I am glad that the Flyer is getting upgraded to Honeycomb but I am curious, are we (Evo View 4g owners) are included.
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I have found alot of talk on alot of different sites about the upgrade to Honeycomb on the Flyer but I don't have a Flyer. I have a Evo View 4g, so what about us? Are we entitled to the same upgrade? I am glad that the Flyer is getting upgraded to Honeycomb but I am curious, are we (Evo View 4g owners) are included.
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I almost sure they will release to "branded" versions of the device. I wouldn't worry too much.
As for looking forward to Honeycomb, I'm fine with the functionality of the current OS. With the advent of Honeycomb, I'm looking forward to the more tablet-centric and polished apps. For instance Zinio, while I've been very vocal that a larger tablet is more comfortable for magazines because they simulate the print form-factor better. It is nice to have the option to browse my magazines during lunch or during the commute. Also looking forward to Sketchbook Pro... it would be great news if they supported the pen integration, but maybe not in the first iteration.
Zinio is now available for the flyer without the need for honeycomb. Check the market for it.
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Sketch book pro is available for flyer I use it a ton
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Although I like the Flyer already a lot as it is now, I am looking forward to the honeycomb update. I hope HTC is releasing some information soon
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Sketch book pro is available for flyer I use it a ton
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is that the just released version of sketch book pro ?
i thought the announcement said it runs on honeycomb
so it also runs on the current flyer android version ?
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is that the just released version of sketch book pro ?
i thought the announcement said it runs on honeycomb
so it also runs on the current flyer android version ?
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There's a honeycomb specific version we can't get yet.
Looking on the sketchbook blog it looks like it will support pressure! Here's hoping that we see a Honeycomb update for our tablets soon!
Because the Flyer pen is HTC specific , apps need to be written specifically for it!
Don't discount HTC providing HC apps within their own firmware release for this and when the SDK is available, dev adding to that app list.
You're looking at the world's newest HTC Flyer owner! Man am I impressed by this thing. I'm coming from an HTC EVO and a rooted Nook Color, so the flyer feels very familiar to me. I bought the Flyer principally for the pen functionality, and it certainly hasn't disappointed thus far.
Honestly, it's like HTC probed my brain for my idea of the perfect tablet and based the Flyer on what they found. Perfect form factor, great battery life, HTC Sense, fast, pen input. After experiencing a tablet with pen input and palm rejection I just can't see going back to anything else.
Can't wait for more developers take advantage of the pen API, but just having the ability to jot down notes is worth the price of admission, IMHO.
Congrats! Mr. Can't think of inspiring wallpaper from ICS.
Congrats dude I really like mine too great device here's hoping to more pen development
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Congrats! Mr. Can't think of inspiring wallpaper from ICS.
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LOL, I see my notoriety preceeds me!
HTC and IBM partner for enterprise applications
This might help push the Flyer and View toward ICS. Certainly the Jetstream will be going there.
It will certainly be good news for Scribe pen technology applications.
http://www.phonearena.com/news/HTC-and-IBM-partner-to-win-the-enterprise-user_id26167
Cool. I am not holding my breath on anything official but, it would be nice.
That is a good news!
yes.. looks promising
Hello everyone. So currently I am considering getting the HTC Flyer. I can get one for around $160 USD (used but in good condition). Is it worth it? I definitely cannot afford new tablets but a used one with decent specs would do. I am about to enter college in the fall and was wondering if this tablet would be useful for this purpose, specifically because of the pen. Does the pen seem more like a gimmick or is it really useful (like with school and professional related tasks). Also, if I do get the HTC Flyer, can you all share what are great apps to make this device extra handy (apps which utilize the pen, notes and documents).
Recommended accessories would also be nice! Affordable ones that is. The pen is already sooooo expensive (IMHO) and I WANT it!!!
Is it advisable to update to HC or leave it on Android 2.3? I like the new pen features of HC but it seems HC is buggy (from what I read on this forum) and that isn't favorable when I may be taking notes in college with this thing.
I just want to get a device that would help me all round. Some entertainment here but useful in the classroom. I am on a tight budget (still have to get a laptop so please consider that)
I really appreciate everyone's time. I look forward to hearing from you all.
I purchased the flyer specifically for the pen usage and am very satisfied with it. I upgraded to honeycomb and if your main use is for the pen I suggest that you do too. I like the ability to annotate books in either epub or PDF. I like the feature in the stock notes app where you can record and your written notes are time stamped and synced with the recording and ultimately with evernote. however I don't particularly like how writing the notes are implemented (it is constantly wasting time autosaving). if you are just taking notes I would suggest using apps such as quill or papyrus (I myself prefer papyrus - it is very smooth and uses both buttons on the pen). what else I have been doing is using the voice recording app along with apps such as papyrus then exporting them together into the notes app which then seamlessly syncs with evernote (yes I know it seems tedious but I only do this if i really need the lecture recorded). the only thing that I really desire is a fully functional handwriting recognition app. I downloaded a couple of apps (thanks to Gumby) such as notes mobile. they work fairly well however my handwriting is so poor it isn't worth it. my family does much better with it so perhaps you can too.
so all in all if the flyer is in good shape for $160 I would highly recommend it. if i think of anything else to say I will let you know.
The pen functionality is great for annotations on existing documents but it's not easy to take notes, like meeting minutes.
Anyway 160bucks is a nice price if you want a 7" tablet the flyer is great, but if you want to spend just 160bucks to replace a paper book to take notes in class that's going to disappoint you
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The pen functionality is great for annotations on existing documents but it's not easy to take notes, like meeting minutes.
Anyway 160bucks is a nice price if you want a 7" tablet the flyer is great, but if you want to spend just 160bucks to replace a paper book to take notes in class that's going to disappoint you
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just wondering which app do you use to take notes? I can see the difficulty if you are using the stock notes app (due to the constant autosaving) but apps such as papyrus are very smooth and I find note taking to be very easy and productive.
So far the stock tool and MS notes, I'll try papyrus and let you know
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@ericvv. Thanks for your input. I don't plan on using it to replace "book, paper and pencil". I just want something that can help with making supplementary notes. I really doubt *anything* can replace the pen and pad for serious notes.
Just asking...I remember reading that only ebooks bought from Kobo can be annotated through the supplied app. But...is there anyway to side load e-pub and pdf books and annotate them the same way? Like through alternative apps. The Kobo way would be kind of expensive.
Thanks everyone for you time.
I am using the app LectureNotes daily at my work to scribble down quick notes from meetings etc. It is actually working quite well and it has nearly eliminated my use of pen and paper, but only nearly .
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I am using the app LectureNotes daily at my work to scribble down quick notes from meetings etc. It is actually working quite well and it has nearly eliminated my use of pen and paper, but only nearly .
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And the developer is legend, I mailed him a couple of times with usability issues and within 3 or 4 days the updated app was on the marketplace. There is a free version to try, give it a spin.
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@ericvv. Thanks for your input. I don't plan on using it to replace "book, paper and pencil". I just want something that can help with making supplementary notes. I really doubt *anything* can replace the pen and pad for serious notes.
Just asking...I remember reading that only ebooks bought from Kobo can be annotated through the supplied app. But...is there anyway to side load e-pub and pdf books and annotate them the same way? Like through alternative apps. The Kobo way would be kind of expensive.
Thanks everyone for you time.
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I believe that the standard HTC reader app should let you annotate ebooks. I actually sideloaded an epub on my Flyer and noted that I was able to highlight and take notes on. However, it should be noted that I'm running LeeDroid for Honeycomb, so I have no idea how everything works when the unit is stock.
I initially purchased the Flyer because it was cheap and slightly more portable than my HP Touchpad (running CM9) for travel purposes (i occasionally need to run Citrix to access my company's desktop). I also preferred it over the Kindle Fire and Nook Tablet due to the existence of the cameras (I skype with my grandmother in Asia). Plus, the battery life on this thing is phenomenal. The fact that I got it for about $170 just made it all the sweeter. The only downside thus far, in my opinion, is the lack of ICS. I know a lot of people have commented that it is a single core machine. Since I don't really play any games on the tablet, this is a non-issue for me.
I thought that the pen was a total gimmick and unnecessary. For most of my uses, that is true. However, I figured out that my office can send me PDF documents, which I can sign using the pen, save the signed PDF, and send it back to my office. This does not happen that often, but it's a pretty neat feature to have.
Thanks everyone for the input. I made the plunge! I know this is off topic but...the Flyer I bought doesn't include a USB cable, only the charger. Would the standard USB cable work for this for PC connection? I really do hope so. Accessories for this thing already aren't cheap!
Yes normal usb cable is fine, for accessories look on eBay is not bad eve of for genuine HTC parts.
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That's where I normally buy my accessories. I looked for the OEM cable which is a bit pricey IMHO. I will use my old USB cable! IS it slower or anything to transfer data with this cable though?
No I didn't isn't, the port is only different from mechanical point of view to prevent that you put other devices on the flyer OEM charger and damage them.... The amount of amps is just dangerous for over devices..
For example when my wife uses her ipad charger to charge her iphone the phone gets really hot and probably would be damaged if kept on to long.
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