It seems as though Swype has been broken after updating to ics, anyone else having this problem?
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https://twitter.com/#!/Swype/status/155450703278645248
Thank you.
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I still use swype on my phone but on the Prime, I found Thumb Keyboard to be sooo much nicer. It makes tablet typing to sooo much better..
Check it out...Its in the market.
Just thought I would share.
dobbs3x said:
I still use swype on my phone but on the Prime, I found Thumb Keyboard to be sooo much nicer. It makes tablet typing to sooo much better..
Check it out...Its in the market.
Just thought I would share.
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Thanks, I also like swiftkey
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dobbs3x said:
I still use swype on my phone but on the Prime, I found Thumb Keyboard to be sooo much nicer. It makes tablet typing to sooo much better..
Check it out...Its in the market.
Just thought I would share.
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+1 for Thumb Keyboard. Let me give you a tip for something that works even better than my normal desktop.
Thumb Keyboard has a button that looks like a thumbtack that opens up a list of editable "Quick Text" buttons you can edit. At the top I have my name, various logins, and email addresses. If you *scroll* to the very bottom you see something I've labeled "pw". Whenever I need to login in to anything it goes: Thumbtack button --> login --> tab (directly below the thumbtack button) --> thumbtack --> scroll to bottom --> password --> Enter. It seriously takes me 2 seconds to log into anything. It's awesome. Granted, I've encrypted my Prime and have a Lock Password set, so I'm not too worried about the security.
That's just one use of Thumb Keyboard though. It's super customisable, much moreso than SwiftKey (which I use on my phone), and has word-but-not-sentence prediction. I type much faster using it than I do with my phone.
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Discovered i don't need swype. The stock Asus keyboard has its own implementation that's just as good, if not better!
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So I'm pretty much pissed off at the stock HTC keyboard, and Swype doesn't work for me, so I'm wondering what keyboard is worth installing to replace.
I've tried Swiftkey and Smart Keyboard, but they both have problems with double letters when typing fast.
What keyboards are you all using with your 3VO?
Im using Smart keyboard pro and I have problems with it not responding sometimes. I need a better keyboard also. I can't stand the htc one.
if you don't dig swype (and it is an acquired taste I'll admit) I would then recommend swift....
...don't dig swift? Well, almost every other keyboard out there (that isn't trying be either be "swype2" or super unique) will be the same (at best) or worst.
Do swift...have it learn from your txts....srsly, how does that not work for you?
got the old ginge keyboard, seems to be ok.. space bar is a little small..
I was leaning towards the GB stock keyboard, just need to find a modified apk for one with the smilie key. I miss that from my rooted EVO.
I'll probably give into Swift, just was curious what everyone else uses.
Check out hackers keyboard. Its pretty cool.
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Check out hackers keyboard. Its pretty cool.
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Thanks!
I downloaded the Swift Beta from the marketplace, seems pretty good, no issues so far with double letters.
I really dig thumb keyboard 4.
The ability to split the keyboard while in landscape so Tue keys are closer to the sides has actually made me want to type in landscape.
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I really really miss the GB keyboard. I tried the apk I had from the Evo as well as the one from the market, both not sized for our screens(too small). I'm surprised no update either
Hackers has an ass load of options. I like you can change the overall size it takes up on the screen.
Though I have the full version of SwiftKey, I find the SwiftKey x beta works best for me.
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I'm loving flex t9. it's way better than swype imo. plus I got it free from Amazon app a day. I would have bought otherwise. you can trace, write, or voice command it.
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DevalB said:
Thanks!
I downloaded the Swift Beta from the marketplace, seems pretty good, no issues so far with double letters.
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the more it learns the better it works.....make sure to let it learn periodically....or make it....also only pick the language modules you need...trust me....I thought I'd shot for flexibility....pfft....more like shooting for randomization--the same applies for swype, lol.
felacio said:
I really dig thumb keyboard 4.
The ability to split the keyboard while in landscape so Tue keys are closer to the sides has actually made me want to type in landscape.
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+1 I use it on my tablet and phone.
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another +1 for Thumb keyboard
Like the fact that you can choose between multiple layouts.
Another one for flext9
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Using better keyboard 8
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+1 for flext9 best all around keyboard in my opinion.
I second SwiftKey x
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great thread, thanks for everyone who chimed in with keyboard suggestions.
just got swiftkey x beta, gonna give it a try. anything will be better than the crappy stock keyboard.
Sooooo i just finished installing ics and noticed that face unlock is missing, I'm also wondering what else may be removed, post here and let's try to figure it all out
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Yeah, but you failed to notice that there was already a thread on this topic.
Merge to http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1437257
I think beam is missing too. BTW how is yours rooted with ICS?
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I think beam is missing too. BTW how is yours rooted with ICS?
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Pretty simple... read
mj23kb24 said:
I think beam is missing too. BTW how is yours rooted with ICS?
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Beam requires an NFC chip, I'm pretty sure the Prime doesn't have one.
I no longer have the option to close out running applications.
Now they just pile up and don't provide an "X" to close them.
This will just hog up system resources.
Still no functionality for the lower portion of the mouse pad. A simple left-click would at least allow for easier attempt at selecting text in a text box.
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I no longer have the option to close out running applications.
Now they just pile up and don't provide an "X" to close them.
This will just hog up system resources.
Still no functionality for the lower portion of the mouse pad. A simple left-click would at least allow for easier attempt at selecting text in a text box.
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Swipe em away. I just learned this as well!
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the_game_master said:
I no longer have the option to close out running applications.
Now they just pile up and don't provide an "X" to close them.
This will just hog up system resources.
Still no functionality for the lower portion of the mouse pad. A simple left-click would at least allow for easier attempt at selecting text in a text box.
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hold to remove. or swipe left/right to remove.
the_game_master said:
I no longer have the option to close out running applications.
Now they just pile up and don't provide an "X" to close them.
This will just hog up system resources.
Still no functionality for the lower portion of the mouse pad. A simple left-click would at least allow for easier attempt at selecting text in a text box.
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Remember ics is swype now, open recent apps and slide the app left or right and it will close the app
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the_game_master said:
I no longer have the option to close out running applications.
Now they just pile up and don't provide an "X" to close them.
This will just hog up system resources.
Still no functionality for the lower portion of the mouse pad. A simple left-click would at least allow for easier attempt at selecting text in a text box.
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Lol you swipe the apps away to close them..
Face unlock seems to be a galaxy nexus feature now more than ICS. even my nexus s that runs on Ics, never got the face unlock
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I was looking thru the apps disabling what I could in the settings and I see that Face Unlock is in there it lets you force close it and disable it. Its version 4.0.3-239410 and says its 64KB not sure if thats the full app or maybe something that will get added in later. Maybe we just need to find a way to enable it?
Perhaps the front facing camera is not up to spec hence the upgrade this summer?
And, hit the X below the notifications to close all of them at once. That's a welcome addition.
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I'm working on a ICS stock browser enhancement for ICS phones, but now ICS is also available on the tablet I like to make some adjustments for it too.
The browser can be downloaded here: https://market.android.com/details?id=com.beansoft.browserplus
Features implemented yet that are relevant for the tablet also:
+ setting of the User Agent string is implemented in tablet mode. (When setting the ua string to "desktop" notice that one always can request a mobile version of a page by unchecking the option request desktop site)
+ home button on the action bar
+ gestures: swipe left and right to do certain user definable actions
I will work heavily on the browser in the near future. Any suggestions, requests (concerning the tablet mode) etc are highly appreciated.
Nice app, liking it so far
Requests for the future:
a dedicated home button would be awesome
a speed dial type home page option (like opera)
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ravizzle said:
Nice app, liking it so far
Requests for the future:
a dedicated home button would be awesome
a speed dial type home page option (like opera)
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Like the speed dial home page idea. Btw do you mean a dedicated home button in the quick controls?
I second the home button, I think he meant a button near the back and reload buttons up top
yea i mean by the back controls and stuff at the top
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Hold up? u also the dev for thumb keyboard! that has to be my fav app for this tab! makes typing so much easier . u are the man!
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Can you also find a way to permanently switch from mobile view webpage to Desktop view pages
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Can you also find a way to permanently switch from mobile view webpage to Desktop view pages
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Its already possible at the moment:
"possibility to set the User Agent string . "
Taken from the market text. I use this on my DHD on ICS beta and its pretty handy.
*feature request*
maybe having a dedicated settings page could be handy.
Something like what dolphin does, could be pretty useful.
ok heres another request:
An option to specify what folder downloads go to.
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ok heres another request:
An option to specify what folder downloads go to.
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Good one! The home button is implemented in the latest version. I also added gesture support. Very comfortable on a tablet.
appelflap said:
Good one! The home button is implemented in the latest version. I also added gesture support. Very comfortable on a tablet.
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how do you pay for the "pro" version?
also, are we still going to get text reflow on zoom, double tap and pinch? because if i have Auto-fit Pages (in advanced options) selected, it is autofit for zoom already even if i haven't zoomed in. it doesn't ever change. if it is not selected, then it is fill for the full screen view but never reflows whether i pinch or double tap. I can't find or change anything in the settings to change this. it either is formated for the zoomed in version, or formated for the zoomed out version, but not depending on zoom.
Thanks you for this app, not having an option to set all webpages to the Desktop version was really irritating. I also like the addition of the home screen button and basic gestures!
Any way to get settings that you change in the debuging menu to stick. When the browser is closed, they rest until you open the debugging menu again. I prefer to disable the "use wide viewing" setting but hate having to continue to enter "about:debug" just to get it to work everytime I open the browser.
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Love it...thank you for the awesome job...
My suggestion...option to open new tab in background....
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Love this browser, i've been using it since the update. One suggestion though.
When you go to menu via quick controls, you get the very low res yellow circle indicator. It kinda bothers me and i hope you can just make the selection highlighted with the ics colors.
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Love it...thank you for the awesome job...
My suggestion...option to open new tab in background....
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+1 for open new tabs in background
Dude, awesome
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Works great. Thanks!
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Seem to have issues saving images by just long pressing and saying save image
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fuzzer said:
Love it...thank you for the awesome job...
My suggestion...option to open new tab in background....
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Nevermind...found it...settings, advanced....
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I really suck with the HTC keyboard. Swype doesnt do much for me either...
To the point, Im looking for keyboard recommendations. Ive tried almost all and own them too. My ONLY requirement is that the keyboard does NOT require access to the internet. I would also prefer it be a premium item if it needs to be purchased via the market.
Just looking for suggestions, if something like this even exists. There is a chance I could have overlooked a gem. Thank you!
Smart Keyboard Pro
SwiftKey and Thumb Keyboard
Supra-charged 3D
Perfect Keyboard. Both free and paid versions are stellar. Theming and customization options galore.
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Smart Keyboard Pro
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this.
i have been using smart keyboard pro for about a year now, it pretty much trumps every other keyboard i have ever used on a phone.
do it, you will never look back. and tons of theming available.
SwiftKey X FTW!!
---Jay---
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SwiftKey X FTW!!
---Jay---
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Agreed. SwiftKey X is amazing. After a week or so of using it, it pretty much knows what I want to type before I do.
swiftkey or thumb keyboard...
Learn to type? Jajajaja
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For some reason I typed so much worse with swiftkey. On my OG Evo, the stock gingerbread keyboard (available as a free download in the market called just search gingerbread keyboard) was the best for me. Was able to type extremely fast and accurate. On my 3D though, I don't know if it's the case I have the wraps around the bezel a bit but I can't type for **** with the GB keyboard. I can't hit the space bar, always end up hitting b or a period. The HTC IME without arrows is best for me on the 3D.
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Agreed. SwiftKey X is amazing. After a week or so of using it, it pretty much knows what I want to type before I do.
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But then are you typing without mistake or selecting the predictions?
Edit: what are your settings like? I know it works best with certain settings.
I've got a trio of keyboards installed, stock, swype and smart keyboard pro. I like the old swiftkey, I'll download it one more time. Wish it defaulted with an enter key. Hate a smiley key.
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I really like Ice Cream Sandwich keyboard by Binary something or other in the Market.
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-viperboy- said:
I really like Ice Cream Sandwich keyboard by Binary something or other in the Market.
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agreed here as well. I really like the ICS keyboard. I have been using it recently on steel ROM.
swift x is ok, but kind of annoying sometimes and lacks the functionality of smart keyboard pro in my opinion.
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tailsthecat3 said:
But then are you typing without mistake or selecting the predictions?
Edit: what are your settings like? I know it works best with certain settings.
I've got a trio of keyboards installed, stock, swype and smart keyboard pro. I like the old swiftkey, I'll download it one more time. Wish it defaulted with an enter key. Hate a smiley key.
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I set Swiftkey X to learn from Facebook and my text messages. I chose the fast typer option in settings and at this point I probably type about a third of a word before it knows what I want and I can just hit space to complete it. Though when I do have to type a whole word I personally find the keyboard easier to type on than the stock one.
When not using the dock, I prefer to use Thumb Keyboard from the market for the on-screen keyboard. The problem is when I dock the tablet, the keyboard stays on Thumb Keyboard, which uses the US keyboard layout which is a bit of a problem since my Prime is the UK model. The keyboard layout differs slightly which is not a huge problem but it does get a bit annoying.
I can manually change the keyboard back to the Asus keyboard but that seems to be an extra step in something that should be automated. Does anyone know if there is an app or a setting that tells the tablet to change keyboard automatically when you dock or undock the keyboard? Thanks!
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I believe there is an application for that, but I don't remember it's name unfortunately. It might require root too.
I'm also using thumb keyboard, but I haven't found any inconsistencies yet, could you point them out to me?
As for fixing your issue, you could try the ' alternative/international keyboards' setting
The only one I have found so far are @ and " being switched around. (shift+2 is @ on US keyboard, " in UK) There might be more but I haven't really tested them out. Anyway I tried looking at the international keyboard settings but there seems to be no way to change to the UK layout; there's just one QWERTY keyboard.
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Magnesus said:
I believe there is an application for that, but I don't remember it's name unfortunately. It might require root too.
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Keyboard Manager, it does require root, and it works AWESOME. thumb keyboard when im holding, auto to asus when im docked
Thanks! Haven't got around to rooting my Prime yet but because of this I'm gonna look into it soon.
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Chrono_Tata said:
Thanks! Haven't got around to rooting my Prime yet but because of this I'm gonna look into it soon.
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i just did the other day using viperboys method, it was done in less than 10 minutes with NO hassle. HIHGLY recommend it. i pretty much did it for this app, which USED to be paid. for w/e reason, dev made free... and im glad!
my only possibly objection to KBM, it places a notification in the bottom right. i just hate notifications. i try to clear em asap. but, same goes for external sds... so i guess we just deal with it lol...
Lol. I know lots of people get annoyed by notification icons but I'm pretty cool with them so it should be alright. Thanks for the tip on the rooting method.
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in the settings for keyboard manager you can disable to the notification.
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Haro912 said:
in the settings for keyboard manager you can disable to the notification.
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ya i know but leaving a notification makes it more of a persistent app. i use swipepad on my phone with notification persistence but the dev made it possible to make the notification icon transparent. this should be in ALL notification icons imho!