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Had my Streak since Monday after finally deciding against the HD2. I've been a winmo user for years but didn't like the idea of being stuck with 6.5 for another 18 months.
I had built up a huge selection of fave apps for my HD and was reluctant to let some of them go, so I thought it would be a good idea to start a thread for everyone's essential apps for the Streak.
Having only had the "phone!" for a few days, here's a couple of apps i'm liking so far:
1. RockPlayer - play avi files and more.
2. Google Navigation - although comes shipped in UK.
3. MyPlayer - BBC iPlayer.
4. AppKiller - although this is the only task manager i have tried so far.
5. EsFileExplorer - again the only one tried so far.
6. XDA app - nice interface and faster than using the browser.
7. ColourUp - i love editing photos and this is pretty cool.
8. Google SkyMap - works brilliantly.
9. Swype - only just started using this, for me it's brilliant.
Ok, there's my keepers for now, how about yours? I've not really found any great games that fit will on the screen yet although i'm liking Winds Of Steel.
Same as yours really, but would like to add Astro file explorer - great for installing apps outside market. And if you like reading as much as i do Laputa is a awesome ebook reader with ipad style bookshelf and page turning and loads of online books.
Tried quite a few games and at the mo playing Zenonia little rpg ala zelda which is a nice enough. Game Boid is a great emulator for all those classics. Mazeoid is a free pac man game runs great on the streak.
Im experimenting with different keyboards, the dell one works great but the numpad throws off the whole symmetry. Ive tried smart keyboard which is quite nice with lots of skins, but i found it slow so went back. Any suggestions would be very welcome...
Gonna add a new one as of yesterday....kindle reader.
just bought a couple of books and woopee for some reason you can buy them at american prices. Lot cheaper than the UK store/mobipocket etc.
Oh yeah and Rockplayer...rocks...will probably be my first 'purchased' app once it get's released (I've not had a need for anything else that requires paying for yet.)
oops. forgot I don't play many games but Bonsai Blast is really addictive and fits the screen great.
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Same as yours really, but would like to add Astro file explorer - great for installing apps outside market. And if you like reading as much as i do Laputa is a awesome ebook reader with ipad style bookshelf and page turning and loads of online books.
Tried quite a few games and at the mo playing Zenonia little rpg ala zelda which is a nice enough. Game Boid is a great emulator for all those classics. Mazeoid is a free pac man game runs great on the streak.
Im experimenting with different keyboards, the dell one works great but the numpad throws off the whole symmetry. Ive tried smart keyboard which is quite nice with lots of skins, but i found it slow so went back. Any suggestions would be very welcome...
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Great, was looking for a decent ebook reader for the ebooks i already have, I also think the numeric keypad is a dumb thing - not thought about as it forces you to hold the streak lob-sided to type, as you, still looking for a decent alternative.
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Gonna add a new one as of yesterday....kindle reader.
just bought a couple of books and woopee for some reason you can buy them at american prices. Lot cheaper than the UK store/mobipocket etc.
Oh yeah and Rockplayer...rocks...will probably be my first 'purchased' app once it get's released (I've not had a need for anything else that requires paying for yet.)
oops. forgot I don't play many games but Bonsai Blast is really addictive and fits the screen great.
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Yep, kindle reader looks lovely, but can't get it to work with the ebooks i "bought" from other sources. Will give the bonsai blast a try. Cheers.
THJahar said:
Gonna add a new one as of yesterday....kindle reader.
just bought a couple of books and woopee for some reason you can buy them at american prices. Lot cheaper than the UK store/mobipocket etc.
Oh yeah and Rockplayer...rocks...will probably be my first 'purchased' app once it get's released (I've not had a need for anything else that requires paying for yet.)
oops. forgot I don't play many games but Bonsai Blast is really addictive and fits the screen great.
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Nice find, buy them cheap while you can
Gave Bonsai Blast a go and i agree looks great and a pretty fun and adictive thanks.
Kindle looks good but like Guest69 i have a collection of ebooks i need to be able to import, maybe this will be possible later...
Also found a few good widgets. Htc smooth calendar (other one was buggy) looks great, matching the dell theme better then the default and shows 3 appointments. VolumeWidget is on my home screen, gives you 3 buttons for preset volume profiles.
Finally the Zedge app is like the app store of ringtones, has search, preview and install functions. Theres also a wallpaper section, but i havent tried it as i have made my own seamless sets like the o2 wallpapers (cut up and resized some high res dual monitor wallpapers) ill post some here when i get a minute.
My favorite book reader is aldiko, and it has limited support for importing books as well as long as they are epub format.
Hi all,
Well I've had my Streak now for a little over 3 weeks and have now flashed my first custom Rom which comes Rooted and with Superuser permissions plus has allowed me to remove from the Rom the apps i had no need for.
So here are my installed apps in no particular order.
Astro File Manager: can be used to install apps that come as apk's as opposed to from the market
Barcode Scanner: easy way to install apps form QR codes or just reading Bar codes
3G Watchdog: Monitors your data use over 3G you can set your allowance and it will monitor and alert you
Live Calender: Will bring up upcoming Appointments on your Home screen
F1 Pocket 2010: all you need to stay up to date with F1
Moto GP Pocket 2010: all you need to stay up to date with Moto GP
iSyncr for PC: Easy transfer and sync of iTunes to your Streak
Google Sky Map: Map of the Stars and Planets
Engadget: Widget with scrolling updates
SystemPanelLite Task Manager:Shows you CPU and Memory use
myPlayer: BBC iPlayer
ShootMe: Screen Shots for Rooted devices
Speedtest.net Speed Test
Rock Player: Plays DivX Avi and many other formats in great quality.
Co Pilot Live: Sat Nav with POI'S and Speed Cameras
Gentle Alarm: Great Multiple Alarm app with some unique nice features
Seven Push E-Mail: Real time Push E-Mail with full folder support
Cloud List:Great: shopping or other list app also on line lists that can be shared with others
Tapatalk Pro: handy tool for posting on Forums
TVCatchup Mobile Live TV Streaming with lots of UK channels
Fring: Skype and IM chat app includes Skype Video chat
Superuser Permissions: allows rooted apps permission
Boot Explorer: File explorer and more for Rooted devices
Root Booter: Easy Normal, Recovery or Bootloader Reboot options
Boot Manager: Control over various options and apps on your device
Swype: simply the best keyboard and typing experience ever IMHO
I should mention although System Panel Lite is a task manager that's not what I'm using it for as it also shows CPU and Memory use along with all your Active applications and Inactive cached applications. Personally I'm just not using a task killer or killing any apps at all.
Wow having now made this list i can't believe just how many apps i have installed so far just as well the Streak comes with 2GB for installing them on.
Marc
is there a good Weather app out there
Is there an android application for windows live mail? I haven't found one.
Diane
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@ Dogman, Mate whats the name of the Barcode reader you use thanks
Hi lufc
It's called Barcode Scanner and it works better then any I've ever used before literally as soon as you frame the QR code it identifies it and gives gives you the option to open the browser which actually opens the download store with the app ready to just hit for download. It still amazes me very time i use it to download a new app just how fast and simple it makes the whole procedure.
Marc
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Hi lufc
It's called Barcode Scanner and it works better the any I've ever used before literally as soon as you frame the QR code it identifies it and gives gives you the option to open the browser which actually opens the download store with the app ready to just hit for download. It still amazes me very time i use it to download a new app just how fast and simple it makes the whole procedure.
Marc
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Thanks Marc will give that one a try i have been using Mobile tag and its not much cop
I'm using loads !
Fring - pity it doesn't support Fbchat yet, but it was a shock to have a video call from one of my aussie mates yesterday
phonebook 2.0 - so much better than the stock contacts for making phone calls.
fancy widget - (sense style clock and weather)
dolphin browser - can't decide which I prefer this or stock browser
opera mini 5 - for when I'm on gprs as it's faster there.
wifinder- neat little app
barcode scanner
osmtracker- useful for updating openstreetmap or gps logging
Vespucci - for ondevice osm editing
sportypal - used it in winmo, not as good as runsat though, maybe hollywoof will write an android runsat app one day.
floating image - ultra cool way of showing pictures
layar - more for showing off
laputa
Mytracks - works with runsaturday.com (via email)
Imeasy -fbchat
myplayer
panoramio-to use teh photo service
pkt auctions ebay
seesmic-much better twitter, crap widget though
tapatalk pro
slideit - great once you get past the stupid crashing installer
root explorer
goggles
bonsai blast
and a couple of spongebob games for my kids
My FAVORITE app is Swype. A month ago they were letting people download the app again and I got it for my Nexus One .. I loved it because for some reason I was having a horrible time typing .. When I first got my Streak I typed on it for about 15 minutes and then downloaded Swype again and that is ALL I ever use. I made it the default program for any text and you can always type letter by letter if you are having problems with a certain word. On YouTube there are several GREAT instructional videos on swyping from the maker. I am pretty sure I am getting faster swyping than I was typing on my iphone.
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Thanks for the barcode scanner tip Marc, its real fast and accurate definitely a keeper.
ROFL @ "XDA_devs is rapidly becoming the McDs of the winmo world, sadly full of rude chavs demanding crap immediately.. "
As for swype, I gave it a try but I wasnt impressed, guess its a preference thing but I can type fast as hell in landscape with a normal kb so long as it can keep up. I found with swype it takes much more finger movement to type each word and you have to look at what you are doing more, not to mention smearing crap all over the screen...
Im still searching for a good alternative to dells stock kb, tried everything in the market with mixed results, but I think I'll just wait till the froyo update and try the ported htc multitouch kb.
@Cypher84
If you mess around with the settings for Swype you can change how long the trace shows for and the same for word prediction i have reduced the time for both which i have found has made the world of difference. Also now Swype has learnt most of my most commonly typed words I'm finding it incredibly fast and accurate and also it's quite forgiving if your not totally accurate. Also for the suggested word to be put in you just start the next word so now after just a short while using Swype it defiantly is my by far preferred method of text input. But like anything just because it's best for me doesn't mean it has to be for everyone else.
Marc
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If you mess around with the settings for Swype you can change how long the trace shows for and the same for word prediction i have reduced the time for both which i have found has made the world of difference. Also now Swype has learnt most of my most commonly typed words I'm finding it incredibly fast and accurate and also it's quite forgiving if your not totally accurate. Also for the suggested word to be put in you just start the next word so now after just a short while using Swype it defiantly is my by far preferred method of text input. But like anything just because it's best for me doesn't mean it has to be for everyone else.
Marc
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I have tried 6 versions of swype and i cannot seem to get them to work they install OK and i go to setting and tick to enable it but when i go to the keyboard its still the stock one is there something i am doing wrong
Dogman any chance you can upload the version you use thanks
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I have tried 6 versions of swype and i cannot seem to get them to work they install OK and i go to setting and tick to enable it but when i go to the keyboard its still the stock one is there something i am doing wrong
Dogman any chance you can upload the version you use thanks
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I had the same problem but you just need to do this
After you have installed and enabled swype
Open a text input box (what I do is open up the browser, go to google and then hold my finger down in the google search box)
Hold your finger down in this box until a menu appears "Input method"
select Input Method and then it should give you an option of Swype or Android Keyboard, select swype and now it will use that as default
Hope this helps
Cheers
Payneardo
I just purchased one of these units as a color eReader with WiFi, 800 x 600, touch screen.
Turning it on I was expecting typical eReader app., but instead there was a full blown Android (missing market though). The eReader is just a Kodo App.
Android 1.5 Cupcake, 500mhz, 2 gig flash, SD
This is the Canadian version, the US version indeed presents you with a eReader App as the Home screen, but does have the Android menu.
Flashes are available for both Canada and US.
The Canadian version has ES File Explorer so adding apps. isn't hard, but the US version Needs Android SDK to get an App installed. It appears I can switch to root in a terminal.
I'm having some issuse with networking though. It surfs no problem and can download. But an RDP client connects through a local network, but can't connect through the Internet, just resets the connection. Also it can't even download an ebook from Kobo,, just does a 1.8k download, reset, 1.8 download, reset and so on. Pretty bad you can't even use it for what it was meant. The US version appears to download books from Barnes & Noble, but it's to difficult to try it with RDP.
I'm looking at trying to update to a newer Android for it and could use some pointers.
Go to the Pandigital site, go to download and scroll to the bottom, you will see where you can get the update to a tablet rather than a reader.
Couple of cautions though...it voids your warranty, you will lose the PDN's original launcher screen, and mine anyway updated to Eclair.
But I did it any way and have been able to load pretty much anything, however I can't get angry birds to work.
You must have the white Pandigital Novel. I believe it has Eclair builtin, and just butcher it with a Barnes & Nobel home/launcher. Upgrading to the OP flash gives you a normal home/launcher and the ability to add apps. Have you got Market running on it?
The black novel has similar hardware but less ram. It has Cupcake builtin and a butcher home/launcher. Upgrading to OP, still just gives you Cupcake. I have Market running on it, but need the ugly hack to get it registered.
heard anything about the 9" one from QVC?
From the picture it looks like its running the OP Platforum, with a B&N app as the Ereader. Specs. would say it needs at least Donut, but my Kobo app. on the Canadian version requires donut too, but they managed the run it on cupcake.
I like the 6" screen for reading, but a 9" tablet with the right aspect 4:3 would be awesome. I have a 10" zt180, but its a 16:9 or worse and looks long and skinny. Really messes up icon spacing when you swith portrait to landscape.
I think 16/9 is a great size for the multimedia aspect in landscape and the reader will be great in portrait. Just my opinion though. To each his own.
Pandigital
Iv'e been working on this machine for a while,I upgraded to the SH20 firmware/open platform,I had eclair andriod on it and could flash firmwares with gapps and market.Now I can't find that flash file anywhere,I been using digtal reader files to root it,but can't get past that now,I have the white 7'in one,[email protected] does not help...Can this xda site help this tablet??? I would really like to see this go into development with this site,I know it's a ****ty tab,but.It's a andriod thou...As of now my Pandigtal novel is..SH20_20110302_K_PD_IN7E_ENG_6410POP firmware,Kernel 2.6.29,Build PD_Novel 2011.03.02 ...ANY INFO,FILES,ROM'S,ETC...Would be grateful...I awlays relyed on xda to fix,flash,read wiki,and mod my EVO 4G phone,I just don't like slat#driod...People there tell yu to read the wiki,ok i do,but still. People here on xda atually help yu..slate don't..I think is would be a intresting tab to work on...Cheapest thing on the sales floor,Just don't drop it..It has a glass screen in it if yu have one,....Anybody with issues,files,roms,Just pm me if yu want to,I want to get this tab off the ground...It's not junk,just needs work,
Wpdn devel is mostly on slatedroid. Read the wiki
Avoid bricking by first downgrading to s10, then flash froyo. Or stick with s20 kewlguys. Randomblame has some roms but theyre still alpha
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Ok,I have root using DoomLord's easy root kit,installed Amazon app store no problem, few root needed apps,etc..my question is why it says"problem parsing package,"APK file,all other apk files worked,
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UPDATE!
As B&N closed operations, PanDigital has issued a free update utility which updates the firmware from what comes stock to an OPEN Android platform. Here is the link for the 7" support page:
www_pandigital_net/ANDROID (change underscore with a period as the forum would not allow me to post a direct link)
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Ok,I have root using DoomLord's easy root kit,installed Amazon app store no problem, few root needed apps,etc..my question is why it says"problem parsing package,"APK file,all other apk files worked,
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can u sent a link to doomlord's easy root?????? my bpdn has been kicking my ass!!! thank u!!
I thought I'd start a review page for the Touchpad. I got my Touchpad on Tuesday and have spent a good bit of time with it. In general, I see a lot of potential. I am disappointed that it took so long and isn't better than it is.
Now I understand most of the poor reviews that the unit has gotten. Comparing a first generation product with a 2nd or 3rd generation product doesn't is not likely to be very positive. But, most of us thought, between HP and Palm, the unit would be a lot further along. Perhaps HP is too big to be creative and responsive enough for a fast moving market like phones and tablets. However, to be fair, the things the unit does well, it does very well. And, what it doesn't do well, it generally doesn't do at all.
First, the weight. Personally, I like the feel of it. A few ounces either way really doesn't make much difference. It has a good balance and feels solid.
Second, the WebOS. I am new to it, but so far, I am impressed. The multitasking is really well done. The setup on the unit was simple and logically organized. There is a somewhat intuitive feel to the interface, even though if I knew more, it might be even better.
I setup my Exchange client with no problems and it works well. I will try to add some more accounts later for testing.
Now for the items I am disappointed with. I know it sounds like I don't like the unit, but I do, and it is so close. But, unfortunately, close only counts in horseshoes and nuclear war.
First, as far as I can tell, whoever designed this either never used an iPad or Android tablet or didn't use it much. They don't understand the first rule of the smart device market: You have to have some key working software. Okay, there is some, but in general, it is a real disappointment. There will be lots of other things needed, but everyone wants video, music, news, and a way to move data around. A lot of people will want a time manager, too. If you missed that in the design, you missed the key items.
It plays MP3s well, but without Pandora, it doesn't really matter much.
The worst thing so far is that the video player is useless. Most of the videos I see and use are AVIs and they don't work at all. And only about half of the MP4's have worked so far. One of the top priorities needs to be a movie player that isn't useless. Something like VitalPlayer for the Android.
You also need a good news reader. If you have an Android you get News360 or Pulse. Where is the comparable product?
Oh, by the way, it isn't terribly easy to find anything in the Appstore. It doesn't give enough granularity. It is hard to find the diamonds amoung the trash.
The other item that is needed is a file manager. Something like ES File Explorer on the Android. It allows you to move files from the LAN to the Local file structure and to move files inside the unit. I know the idea is that WEBOS handles it. But as far as I can tell, I have to hook up to a PC to move files. There is a paid app in the app store, but it doesn't do enough.
I have used Android up to this point. A year ago, it was pretty bad. But, today it is a great competitor. WEBOS can be there, too, but it can't take very long or there won't be a market. If HP is counting on business users only, they are probably DOA. From what I have seen, other than e-mail, business use takes a back seat to personal applications on tablets.
What do you think?
7-25-2011 It is getting better
Today, I downloaded KalemSoft Media Player and Gemini File Manger. They each fill at least part of the gap in the functionality of the Touchpad. The KamelSoft Media Player has added considerable functionality to the media play including additional codecs for AVI, etc. And, the MP4s that didn't work with the built in player seem to work with it. It is a $6.99 item but, so far, it seems to be a good investment. I had to add an app to my Android 2.2 unit to get the same capabilities, so it is makes sense that I will have to do the same for a first generation WEBOS tablet, I guess.
The Gemini File Manager is a valuable addition, because it has a nice two column, full screen, interface and has networking capablities. Currently it only works with Dropbox. But it is a step in the right direction. I had to download a file manager, ES File Manager, with this functionality for my Android also, but it was free. ES File Manager allows local network connection, which is pretty useful. This is pretty inexpensive at $2.99 though.
Last week, I downloaded SpaZ HD Beta Preview 1 to use as a Twitter client. It is worth a look. I have enjoyed learning how to use it.
I have download several news readers, but so far nothing that is as good as Pulse or News 360. NewsRoom is a start, but it is still in the phone format.
Pandora works, but it is in the phone format. And, that doesn't really matter much to the functionality.
So things are coming along. With a few more apps, it will be almost as good as my Android for my daily use. Android and iPad have a lot of apps, but how many are of any real use?
There are a few things missing. A working RDP app is essential for small businesses. A solid time management package that interfaces with Quickbooks would be useful, also.
Agreed, thanks for that review
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Well, I am wrong about at least one thing. There is a Pandora app. It works, but it is a phone app and takes a little getting used to. But, it seems to work well.
I bought Newroom hoping it will be like Pulse. It is also a phone app and will take some work to get used to. But it might do some of what I want until a better app comes along. I also bought TapNote for Touchpad which I think will be a good tool, and Internalz, so I can get to the file structure. It is a phone app, so it will be a little strange until it is upgraded.
I downloaded TED, which is a source for seminars that seem to be pretty diverse. The first one I watched was great. It showed off the video pretty well.
I'm still impressed.
I prefer to buy the Touchpad than iPad. Because Touchpad is a way better than other tablets but is a bit buggy yet, but with time and devs, all can be solved.
Good luck with devs and with OTAs touch pad FAIL and webOS phones are butt ugly with a nice OS
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I actually want to buy a touchpad....only if it doesn't become a dead system and gets reasonable support compared to android and iOS from developers
I would have to add that the font rendering is the ugliest since Windows 3.11. Seriously. The UI itself is beautiful, but reading web pages or mails hurts your eyes after a few minutes. The fonts look like they are smudged, like the screen is blurry. It is a huge fail and the biggest downside IMO. Sure, application load times are really bad, and there are no apps. But apps only need to be loaded once, and the number of apps might change. The incredibly distracting font rendering won't go away
Send an email to: Leo Apotheker, Sean Robison & Steve DeWitt. They need to hear from you.
First name.Last [email protected]
Think it's Stephen but will check. No hear back from me then it's that.
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Can only print to HP printers.
-1. My HP laptops can print to my Canon printer
Can't wait for Android on this thing
I bought one of the firesale units and starting playing with it. I have some questions:
1) It don't seem to support ad-hoc wireless networks. Is there any software I can add or configuration change I can make to change this? I have a Windows Mobile cell phone that can share its connection over wifi, but its ad-hoc only.
2) I put some pdfs and an m4v and flv video on the device, organized in folders. I go in acrobat reader and it seems to find the pdfs, but just puts them in a single list, rather than showing the file hierarchy. I would like to be able to browse the file hierarchy and touch a file and have it open in an appropriate player or reader. I have a lot of pdfs to put in the device and they need to be organized, not one big list.
3) Acrobat reader and Quick Office seem to be a little slow to load. I am wondering if there is an app that is quick loading that will show a file hierarchy and show or play pdf files and videos, similar to GoodReader for ipad?
4) Is there anything that will play .flv video files? The m4v video showed up in the photo viewer, but not the .flv
Thanks in advance.
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Can only print to HP printers.
-1. My HP laptops can print to my Canon printer
Can't wait for Android on this thing
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So can my Lenovo laptop.
But this isn't a HP laptop.
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I know its not a HP laptop. Just sayin, one HP product can and one (newer) can't. That = -1
anyone else notice that this thing seems to crash/freeze alot? have to reboot quite often.
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anyone else notice that this thing seems to crash/freeze alot? have to reboot quite often.
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have u updated the pad? i've been playing with mine for 2 days and havent had a hang up or freeze yet.. u might have a faulty model
I haven't gotten my HP Touchpad yet. Heck, still listed as "shipping soon" from Amazon/eCost.
This may be useful for improving performance until we have Android running:
http://www.zdnet.com/blog/mobile-news/how-to-improve-the-performance-of-your-new-hp-touchpad/3866
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So can my Lenovo laptop.
But this isn't a HP laptop.
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I read a review that said you can print to other printers but its a bit harder. Don't no the details sorry but at least you can. (supposedly)
starfcker69 said:
I haven't gotten my HP Touchpad yet. Heck, still listed as "shipping soon" from Amazon/eCost.
This may be useful for improving performance until we have Android running:
http://www.zdnet.com/blog/mobile-news/how-to-improve-the-performance-of-your-new-hp-touchpad/3866
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Picked mine up Saturday morning and found that article yesterday. By all means do what it says, helps a lot. The more I use my touchpad the more I like it. Great little $100 investment IMO. Really wish there was a Wordfeud or Words with Friends app for it though. Preware should be installed on every WebOS device.
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I haven't gotten my HP Touchpad yet. Heck, still listed as "shipping soon" from Amazon/eCost.
This may be useful for improving performance until we have Android running:
http://www.zdnet.com/blog/mobile-news/how-to-improve-the-performance-of-your-new-hp-touchpad/3866
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Thanks a lot for this link! I don't even have my touchpad yet but i look forward to being able to poke around with it and get every ounce of performance possible.
Are there any other good resources for WebOS tweaks or mods? Ultimately i'll probably put android on this thing (once the devs do all the hard work) but in the meantime, i'd like to see just how usable the device is as-is.
my gripes:
browser - not as good as Android's. some pages had minor render issues, some menus didn't work right. some flash videos would not play.
browser - only way to go "back" is the back arrow at the top left corner so you have to keep your thumb near it.. awkward to hold. why no left swipe or something?
lists, any - no scroll bars! i added like 100 bookmarks then it's a pain in the ass to get from top to bottom. have to swipe down like 10 times
camera - no app is included to use it other than skype.
video player - videos files are shown as group of big icons, no way to change that to a list view, and the space allocated for the name does not have enough characters
no way to change the icons on the taskbar?
serious lack of good apps that are designed for touchpad .. maybe a dozen that i ended up keeping.
no included rss reader, calc, notes, etc.
i don't believe the Bing navi app has 3D mapping or live rerouting (for use with tether) and i didn't see any in the market.
no voice to text function ?
doesn't support mkv or avi out of the box (same for Android, iOS) .. have to reencode videos from usenet. there is a (1) paid app that can play these apparently, haven't tried it yet
no video out, rear camera, back / search / menu buttons, low-res screen, heavy... but you know that going in.
App Store - no sorting options (ie, #downloads, #reviews)
.....
things i like:
hardware is solid, battery life is impressive, viewing angles excellent, and the GUI looks polished. OS is reasonably responsive and stable (after ota update). basic functions (wifi, web, email, IM, a/v playback) work as expected.
good deal for $100.
I like my 32GB Touchpad so far, I applied the improvements and it does seem better, I have to try the overclock. It's good for the price I paid, but not for it's starting one. I'd still like to see Android on it and I hope there's more development both on webOS and Android for it.
For your news reading needs you could try the Mosaic app, it's similar to Pulse with its own twist.
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my gripes:
no way to change the icons on the taskbar?
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You can by going into the Launcher and touching an app for a few seconds so you can move them around.
Here's the story, I have a CM7 Nook Color and love the hell out of it. Its my main ereader, I use it 4-5 hours a day and you couldn't pry it out of my hands.
I bought my wife a Nook Tablet for Christmas because her old eBookWise reader was starting to die. All I want for her on her NT is the following:
1) Facebook (I can't believe this isn't even in the BN store. I didn't even consider this possible when I bought the NT)
2) Amazon Kindle (I have it side-loaded now but its got the white menu problem which is annoying. Lots of Kindle Content in our library.)
3) A decent browser, Dolphin or Opera Mobile. The BN Browser is an affront against webpages.
Is there any way to reasonably simply do this? I don't want to add complexity or instability. She doesn't have the patience to have the thing crashing or needing attention all the time. I don't mind that I have to reboot CM7 on my NC once in a while but that'll just peeve her off. She doesn't need the app store or to run the latest droid games, just those few things and she'll love her NT rather than grudgingly use it as a mildly annoying e-reader.
Is there a relatively easy way to get these things sideloaded? Trying to weed through the forums here seems to be mostly about full on hacking and CM type modification.
Thanks folks!
Adamoutler posted some links to basic apps that are needed for sideloading:
nook1.adamoutler.com
nook2.adamoutler.com
nook3.adamoutler.com
Other than that, search in the apps and themes section of the forum for other goodies (like a facebook apk), and I believe the general forum has some how-to guides. Good luck!
Edit: nooktabletapks.com is another good resource, the type i believe you are looking for. It doesn't have much that isn't already on xda, but it's still a pretty good reference.
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Is there a way to use swype beta on a rooted 8gb nook tablet? I did a search but did not come up with much. I got it to install but I can not enable it for use.
dude...what Android version are you running?
1.4.0 (stock) series
or the CM series
Assuming 1.4.0:
Download the keyboard apk and Anycut apk file, and copy them to the root of your SD card.
1)Install Anycut and run the app to Create a New Shortcut.
2)Tap Activity > Android Keyboard Debug.
3)Create another shortcut for Accessibility and Debug settings.
4)Return to your Home screen and open Android Keyboard Debug.
5)Enable Debug mode and click Back.
6)Using Root Explorer or ES File Explorer navigate to root of your SD card and copy the keyboard apk.
7)Now navigate to /system/app and mount the directory as R/W.
8)Paste the apk file here and change the permissions to 777. (Check all the boxes.)
(These permissons work incase of the Swype Keyboard).
9)Once copied, revert access to R/O and exit the explorer, proceeding to reboot the device.
10)Run the Accessibility shortcut you created earlier.
11)Tap Input Method to select your new keyboard.
I wasnt aware there were any other options at this time other then stock for the 8gb version I think it is 1.4.2
so use the steps i gave you since it is the
stock series
Nook 8GB
424aca said:
dude...what Android version are you running?
1.4.0 (stock) series
or the CM series
Assuming 1.4.0:.....
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Bad assumption. The NT8 does not run any software prior to 1.4.2.
Everytime I have tried to install Swype I get a message saying failed, Swype does not support this form factor.
Have they released an update that supports Nook Tablet, or 7" tablets in general?
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Everytime I have tried to install Swype I get a message saying failed, Swype does not support this form factor.
Have they released an update that supports Nook Tablet, or 7" tablets in general?
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I've been running it under Team-B's CM7 alpha with no problems (and BTW, it is excellent -- much improved over the version that came build in on my Droid X). Have you considered switching to a different ROM to get swype to run?
Although I can't find the thread right now, I used the alternative keyboard directions to get Swype Beta working in my rooted nook tablet. The instructions are on that thread. I've been using Swype for months now (Swyping this post).
However, I just have root and am not using any cm7/9 on it (no reason for me until bt or USB host mode is figured out). Additionally, I registered through Swype for their beta so I had the file).
Although I like Swype for portrait, it is a little laggy for landscape if you are trying to type with all of you're fingers. I think it has to do with differentiating between a swipe and fast key pushes. Others might not notice this. Additionally, there are a few bugs, such as trying to edit a word vs change cursor position... long story I won't get into, but it affects long posts or e-mails for me.
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However, I just have root and am not using any cm7/9 on it (no reason for me until bt or USB host mode is figured out)
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Just fyi, the nook tablet does not support Bluetooth and thus the development will not be pursuing getting it to work in custom roms.
Sent from my NookTablet using Tapatalk
Weo said:
Although I like Swype for portrait, it is a little laggy for landscape if you are trying to type with all of you're fingers. I think it has to do with frightening between a Swype and fast key pushes. Others might not notice this. Additionally, there are a few bugs, such as trying to edit a word vs change cursor position... long story I won't get into, but it affects long posts or e-mails for me.
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I use an app called KM Keyboard Manager to automatically change from Swype in portrait mode and the default (CM9) keyboard in landscape.
Cubanluke88 said:
Just fyi, the nook tablet does not support Bluetooth and thus the development will not be pursuing getting it to work in custom roms.
Sent from my NookTablet using Tapatalk
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It's confusing with all of the old threads where people say to wait but no one updates... With the quick innovation on consumer tablets recently, prices for better tablets have been dropping considerably, and I will probably replace the NT after summer.
Currently, without being able to use a keyboard (I write multiple papers per week, totaling approximately 3000 words) I don't really have any need for switching to CM7/9.
I purchased the NT as a transitional tablet and have been very happy adding it to my devices. Although there are still limitations to Android for many of my requirements, if I could use VoIP, keyboard and mouse (when needed), and output 1080p video, and maybe GPS (not really needed but would be nice), most of the negatives would be overshadowed... These extras would assume the same positives the NT has going for it or better.
Ideally, I will be looking at the Samsung galaxy 7.7 if it's price drops or the Toshiba Thrive 7.7 if the pricing is reasonable. Unfortunately, I will still need a laptop/desktop running windows or OSX otherwise I would just get the Asus transformer infinity when it comes out.
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Ideally, I will be looking at the Samsung galaxy 7.7 if it's price drops or the Toshiba Thrive 7.7 if the pricing is reasonable. Unfortunately, I will still need a laptop/desktop running windows or OSX otherwise I would just get the Asus transformer infinity when it comes out.
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there was a very recent post ( http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=26854804&postcount=6 ) where the member chose a nook over a ( $250 ) samsumg. i got a chuckle out of that, for sure !
i own the old toshiba thrive. it has a great ( independent ) forum with "lots" of friendly - helpful people ( http://www.thriveforums.org/forum/forum.php ).
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there was a very recent post ( http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=26854804&postcount=6 ) where the member chose a nook over a ( $250 ) samsumg. i got a chuckle out of that, for sure !
i own the old toshiba thrive. it has a great ( independent ) forum with "lots" of friendly - helpful people ( http://www.thriveforums.org/forum/forum.php ).
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That was me.
If I had had the Nook in hand before buying the GT2-7.0, it would've been a no-brainer for me. I was spoiled by my Droid X, and wanted something with similar quality and a larger display. Found it in the 16GB Nook Tablet ($200 Certified Pre-Owned).
Happy as can be, and the community support here is outstanding!
Weo said:
Although I can't find the thread right now, I used the alternative keyboard directions to get Swype Beta working in my rooted nook tablet. The instructions are on that thread. I've been using Swype for months now (Swyping this post).
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If you could find that thread, or just remember how, it would be awesome! I got it installed on a Chinese, Inc. tablet (once). But I lost the link I used.
wellersl said:
That was me.
If I had had the Nook in hand before buying the GT2-7.0, it would've been a no-brainer for me. I was spoiled by my Droid X, and wanted something with similar quality and a larger display. Found it in the 16GB Nook Tablet ($200 Certified Pre-Owned).
Happy as can be, and the community support here is outstanding!
If you could find that thread, or just remember how, it would be awesome! I got it installed on a Chinese, Inc. tablet (once). But I lost the link I used.
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Original thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1360036
My post with how I got mine working (post #147): http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=20639771&postcount=147
As a side note, although I can't copy from text within dolphin HD (can with opera on NT), I can copy and paste the URL from the threads into this reply. I use the paste command in Swype: swipe from Swype button to V.
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old_fart said:
there was a very recent post ( http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=26854804&postcount=6 ) where the member chose a nook over a ( $250 ) samsumg. i got a chuckle out of that, for sure !
i own the old toshiba thrive. it has a great ( independent ) forum with "lots" of friendly - helpful people ( http://www.thriveforums.org/forum/forum.php ).
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In the end, it really comes down to value: user expectation/performance vs price. In all honesty, I have even considered purchasing the NC for it's current price of $169 recently. However, since it still doesn't have video out, I will wait and be happy with what I have.
As is, the NT (with the help of XDA developers) has turned out to be my best device for info coming to me (although I can't access certain readings for my MBA)...unfortunately, not the best device for information coming from me going out. Plus I am happy with the portability of the 7" tablets compared to the 10".
I'm hoping that the 7.7" tablets coming out will satisfy all of my tablet requirements... which include price constraints.
While I don't plan on replacing my nook as I have a Xoom for more intensive stuff, I'm excited to see the upcoming tablets that will compete with the 7" market that the kindle fire blew out of the water. The Google nexus tablet will have great development potential but I have a feeling they will go the no expanded storage route, as they have with the galaxy nexus.
Sent from my NookTablet using Tapatalk
The Swype installer is broken - again. A couple of people have posted links to a couple of different older versions in one of the support threads. But you'd better act fast!
I downloaded the Swype beta on my NT no problem (16 Gb, 1.4.2, rooted and now running ADW Launcher). I looked around this forum for instructions on how to download an alternate keyboard and actually got it working for swiftkey and flex T9... didn't much like those though. I use swype on my phone and I really like that, but just the stock swype apk won't work - you have to go with the tablet beta. A pleasant surprise was that I didn't have to mess around with the typical alternate keyboard installation procedures (.apk installed in the /data/app + /system/app method found elsewhere on this site - use the search box if you don't know what I'm talking about).
All I had to do was download/install the swype beta from their site - after install it brings up a prompt allowing you to select swype from all the other installed keyboards, and then it just works! Also, I finally have [nearly] full copy/paste functionality: swype-a (select all) doesn't work (Force closes whatever program you're currently working with), but swype-c (copy), swype v (paste), and swype x (cut) work just fine now.
Edit: clarified the info about 'select all' - not only does it not work, but it actually crashes whatever program you're trying to select text in - very important detail!