Hi there,
I am currently looking for a device to replace my almost 4 years old netbook which is beginning to die on me right now.
One of the devices I am looking into is the Prime and I am hoping you could answer a couple of n00b questions for me.
What I am planning on doing with my future device could be seperated in 4 four points:
1) Mailing and websurfing. Of course this should work with the Prime.
2) Watching videos. Have seen enough reviews that proof how good this works on the Prime, too.
3) I am a student and therefore would really like to be able to read scripts (pdf format mostly) on my device and also being able to add handwritten comments to those pdfs and print them afterswards with the comments included.
I suppose there are a quite a few apps that would do that trick, right?
4) This is actually the one point that is holding me back from instantly ordering a Prime.
I´d like to have a device that lets me edit office documents. Of course there are enough of office apps out there but so far I havn´t found a single one that includes an equation editor for word documents.
Judging by some comments I have read and some screenshots I have seen on here I guess I am not the only one who majors in engineering or mathematics or anything else that includes a lot of formulas.
So, I was wondering how do you handle this compatibility issue?
And one last question that is only slightly related to the Prime itself: I guess most of you have the device configuration as I do. A smartphone, a laptop/tablet and a desktop pc.
How do you handle the "data scattering". YOu know, having a particular movie file on PC, another audio file on the phone and docs on the tablet etc.
How do you sync all this?
Thanks in advance.
P.S. Ain´t it funny how n00bish one feels when changing to a new device.
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So there's a screenshot I just took. I'm not satisfied 100% with it because it isn't perfect. Maybe I have OCD, but I don't like when books don't have covers.
I'm new to e-readers, and I've been trying to find answers for a week, but everyone in this community has an aversion to verbal communication. I don't think it's too much to ask for somebody who's as interested in the Nook as I am who also happens to have a microphone and Skype installed to discuss it.
So maybe someone out there who is like me who has high standards and wants book reading perfection on their device because I'd like to acquire that knowledge and pass it on in the form of a YouTube tutorial video.
I don't trust google because the majority of people say that zSNES is the best Super Nintendo emulator when actually bSNES is factually and scientifically the best Super Nintendo emulator. I'm sick of misinformation, so I need someone who has the best information and is willing to pass it on to me so I can educate the increasing number of people permanently moving over to ebooks.
I'm enthused that I'm going to have a 250$ android tablet. Not so much about the whole "nook" part.
I enjoy my nt for what it is, and while I'm looking forward to rooting it once the devs come up with a less techy way, I think exploiting access to the amazon app store has partially circumvented the need for rooting.
I own a nook color as well, and have enjoyed using these for books, mags, and pdfs for my school. I just discovered the built in dictionary that can be accessed by long pressing a word...didn't even know the NC did it.
You can find/change book covers with Calibre. You can also edit metadata (description, tags, title, author, etc) with it. To embed a new cover, resave the book into whatever format desired. For OCD types, the epub format is documented, and you can use various tools to edit any part of a book.
Google can't make decisions for you. It can't tell you what's "best." Only you can do that. With judicious search terms, it can help you narrow your search parameters.
For more detailed answers on ebooks, find good ebook forums. Yes, it starts with a Google search,
http://google.com/search?q=ebook+forum
You can tell a forum is "good" by its post count volume, and by the quality of responses.
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This is an awesome little machine, and I'm very happy with it. And even though the price is slightly premium for a netbook and there are some issues you should not expect from such a pricey device, it's still definitely worth buying in my opinion. If you think you like the idea of the transformer (as in, a modular keyboard dock) or are impressed by the specs, then you should get it! It's as good as it looks and you won't be let down!
So, I was really looking forward to getting the Prime, as I needed a replacement for my laptop for studies, and I thought that the Prime would be the best investment as a laptop (which doubles as a tablet, sweet). Though, as I was looking around, I saw lots of reviews praising it as the best tablet ever, but on the other hand I saw a lot of complaints on the XDA forum from people who actually own it about what a terrible experience it is. So I just wanted to share what my experience is, and if you're considering getting the Prime (and particularly as a laptop), then this sums up what I think of it and if it's worth getting.
To start with the issues:
I've never even had the chance to test out the GPS, which should not be functioning, as you probably know. I sometimes wish the WiFi signal was stronger, but I don't think it's any worse than the other gadgets I have lying around the house. I just recently started getting the random reboots. Yeah, that's annoying. I think it has to do with the flash player (2/3 times it was with flash in the foreground, and the third time I just opened flash and switched to something else). You know what, I'm not worried because even though it will probably start to bother if it continues, I'm sure updates and fixes will follow.
What I'm really bothered by is some ICS tweaks to make it more keyboard-friendly and more desktop-like instead of phone-like. For example, I'm still looking for a decent browser that can be set to desktop user agents (to show desktop sites instead of mobile sites). Also, multitasking on this thing is awesome, until you have to open two files of the same kind (you need to get two PDF readers if you want to have two PDF files open at once). These too will be fixed with software updates or app updates. Soon people will realize that Android is also a computer OS and not just a phone OS. These software issues have nothing to do with the Prime and will get ironed out as time goes along, and it won't matter if you have the Galaxy Tab or the Prime.
But I should stress that I am in no way regretting getting this thing. This thing is comparable to a netbook in size and a laptop in power, and better than both together in battery life. The whole package is incredible: the looks, the screen, the power, the keyboard dock, the freakin' battery life, everything is just top notch. I literally can't convince you enough how pleased I am with the hardware. You couldn't find a netbook out there that competes with this on any scale - on ANY scale. And you'd have a hard time finding a laptop of this price with this kind of power. Just take a look at Shadowgun on youtube. Then imagine it looking three times better when it's actually in your hands.
I'm using it for studies, and I take notes with Google Docs - which could use some work, but you can bet Google will be updating it to work better on tablets. The best thing I like about this is that I use this as a laptop (which don't get more than several hours if you're frugal), and this one can run for almost two full (and I mean FULL) days without a charge. Before I got it, I had a hard time finding a review focused on the keyboard dock as a central input device (as if to replace a laptop). I'm glad to report, as a student, that it is. I can totally see myself seeing slides and taking notes on this, and never worry about finding a wall outlet. I'm hoping to post a video review on YT for students considering this tablet as a school device. Highly recommended.
All in all, I'm very pleased with this thing. If you're considering the Prime, ask away here if there's anything you're unsure about, I'll try to answer as best I can. But if you're reading this much in to the Prime, you should probably just go ahead and get it.
good honest review.
The complaint about being unable to open more than one document type at a time is a legitimate one, and applies to just about every mobile OS in existence. It really crystallizes why these devices are really good for some things, but in general do NOT replace notebook computers.
As an aside, one mobile OS that fixes this limitation is webOS, which DOES allow multiple instances of a document type to be open at once. Emails, PDFs, Web pages, you name it, all can be opened as separate documents and used as one expects--for example, refer to other email messages when writing a new one, jump back and forth between open Word documents to compare versions, etc. I really do wish that Google would adopt the webOS "cards" multitasking metaphor for Android. It's really too bad that webOS has generally been such a failure, because it really does have some unique strengths.
Sorry for hijacking the thread, but I think just needed to be said.
So glad we have yet another one of these threads... Oh wait.. That feeling is gas... Closing this thread before it stinks in here.
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First of all, apologies for what will inevitably be seen as the same questions that have been asked previously. I have searched the forum but due to the multiude of responses and threads I thought it be easier create this.
So I am completely new to the Tablet scene, never owned one before.
Picked one of these beauties up yesterday, and have played around with it for an hour before going to bed.
I have noticed one dead pixel on the edge of the screen which is only visible on a black background. I know there are pixel fix type apps, has anyone ever used these with success?
Then I also noticed the weird flickering of the screen in the bottom right hand corner which a number of people have reported.
In your opinion would you return the device for a new one?
Secondly, could anybody tell me how I can stream video files over a wifi network from one android device to another quickly and easily?
And thirdly, is there a consensus as to what the best case is for the prime? Ive checked the accessories page but there is so much and with so many different opinions. Im wondering if we have collectively agreed on the best yet as a forum? Are there any good cases that hold the dock and the tablet when connected?
And lastly, tell me some cool things I can do with this monster straight out of the box or at least with minimal tampering. I have already decided I will NOT be going down the root road as im not techy enough, and it will void my shiznit!
Thanks in advance!
Try this for the dead pixel, tough I don't think it will achieve anything. It's better to leave it working overnight. Make sure that your screen does not turn off if you don't touch it at regular intervals.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.htc.chris.blackspotdetect&hl=es
I have this case and I like it. I have had roocase before and they have really good customer service. I didn't want one that covered the face of the tablet.
For the dead pixel and the flickering, I'd return it for a replacement before I grew too attached. For the $$ that you spent, you deserve a *pristine* unit. Particularly if you bought yours from a retail store, take it back.
I'd agree in your approach in avoiding the rooting/unlocking. At least wait until you've come to understand and be troubled by the limitations born from it not being rooted. I've had mine for months and I still haven't seen a pressing need to hack it (unlike my Nook Color that has hacked while it still had that "new tablet smell").
On the question of cool things to do: Two pieces of software that are incredibly cool are the OverSkreen Browser and Stick It! media player. Both are floating-window apps that allow you to run in resizable windows that can float over other apps. Very cool stuff that you can show to iPad users.
Thanks for the responses all. My main query is now how to stream the media from my htc one x to my transformer. Any advice would be greatly received!
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Arsene's Wanger said:
Thanks for the responses all. My main query is now how to stream the media from my htc one x to my transformer. Any advice would be greatly received!
Sent from my Transformer Prime TF201 using XDA
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Might not be the solution you're looking for, but why not simply create a DropBox account, and put a linked folder on each device?
Now, you can simply drag the video file to the Dropbox folder, and it'll be sent to the other device.
Now you can watch the video on the second device, and not have to worry about cacheing, wifi delays, etc.
MX Player seems to be streaming Wifi videos pretty well for me. I'm new to it. Before that, I shared my media via Windows Media Sharing and it was picked up with UPNP, available in the store. My Net also does the same kind of thing as long as your media has been shared via Windows Media Sharing or another PnP protocol.
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swipepad you do not need root., and Gesture control if you learn to root.
rooting is really not that hard.
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Hi Guys
apologies if this has already been answered i did search and found a few pots but they didn't give me all the information i was hoping for or match my criteria exactly.
Ok so i have a 3 year old son,
his hand to eye coordination is coming along and ever since he's been able to unlock his mothers ipad we cant get him off it.
i have no problem with him using the technology at such a young age in moderation and im sure it can be quite educational with the right apps etc.
however using his mothers ipad is not ideal, its totally open he could accidentally press anything from in app purchases or anything that is available on the internet which is a scary thing.
we came to the conclusion that he needs his own tablet, that we can load with selected app's and he can play etc.
i looked at the tablets designed specifically for kids like the vtech's leapfrogs etc but im not exactly sure they will be the best way forward because they wont really grow with him yes they are probably great for a certain age range but as he gets older it will loose its usefulness.
i need something that's going to be pretty much a disposable price (£30/£60) lets be frank this is probably going to be destroyed on several occasions.
so i want want an android tablet the bigger size the better. I need it to be able to root the device as i want to take advantage fully of titanium back and restore direct to a replacement device if needed.
needs to be able to run sort of childrens apps available i know the can be a broad spectrum but lets just say the average ones (processor / memory consumption wise)
i have seen lots of different softwares to lock the os down, so only use certain apps etc but any other suggestions would be great. or anyone who has made something similar.
cheers guys
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There's a dedicated thread for such questions here,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1620179
I'll close this thread.
Good luck!
I'm very interested in purchasing a Tab S7+ to use as a laptop replacement. I'll still have a Windows laptop for when I need adb, or just need to run specific software, but I'd like for the Tab S7+ to become my workhorse typing machine.
I'm a teacher that runs and operates a tutoring business, so I am literally typing for a good chunk of the day. I use Microsoft Word full time and am fully invested in it. One very specific thing I do is use a font that isn't default to Windows. I downloaded it and use it as a part of my default template for Word, and I use it across all my lessons, letters, and everything that's associated with my business. I'm a bit anal about it, but I like the uniformity. It's a normal font that can be downloaded easily and loaded on to Windows, so it's nothing special.
One thing that I am worried about is the inability to use the aforementioned font on the Tab S7+. Can we use non-default fonts on the S7+? I don't want it to be present across the entire device, but just need it for Word. And even if I could install it, could Microsoft Word use it?
Lastly, while on DeX mode, is the version of Microsoft Word similar to the desktop version? I need things like being able to insert an equation, and specific math-related things.
I asked Samsung's customer service live chat, and they were fairly useless (as expected). Was hoping anyone here that owns one already or will own one soon could educate me. Thank you!
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I'm a teacher that runs and operates a tutoring business, so I am literally typing for a good chunk of the day.
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This is not the tool you're looking for.
It will use some custom fonts, but not others. It will do some equations, but is limited.
All day typing is a laptop thing.
Sounds like you're trying to justify a purchase ... it is a very nice tablet b
Randle said:
This is not the tool you're looking for.
It will use some custom fonts, but not others. It will do some equations, but is limited.
All day typing is a laptop thing.
Sounds like you're trying to justify a purchase ... it is a very nice tablet b
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You're not wrong! I just placed an order for a Mystic Bronze S7+. As it turns out, someone on reddit told me you can't install custom fonts but Microsoft Office does open up documents with the font you're already using so.. I'm not so sure. We'll see though! I might make a YouTube video detailing my experience in case someone else has the same question.
I have decided to use it for drawing and writing with the actual S-Pen than anything else. I can type all day on my actual ThinkPad X1/PC and draw the things I can't actually type (coordinate graphs are a particular pain in the arse) on the Tab S7+. Should also be nice to use the tablet for media consumption since it's relatively lighter. Hard decision to make which finish to go but I couldn't pass up the opportunity to match my upcoming Z Fold 2.
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Should also be nice to use the tablet for media consumption since it's relatively lighter. Hard decision to make which finish to go but I couldn't pass up the opportunity to match my upcoming Z Fold 2.
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Yes, I'm not regretting my purchase! It has even got me playing a few games. Integration across devices and windows is excellent!
I'll use mine most of the time for presenting talks from and I like to journal and plan days with the pen