I would really like to see this feature, just like the Tab S4 is getting.
Unlikely to happen
Reasons why?
I would like to hear from some xda developers on why Samsung wouldn't update the Tab S3 with Dex mode when and if it gets 8.1? Other than the obvious, to bolster sales of the Tab S4. I know we didn't get AR support on the Galaxy Note 8 although the chip architecture allows for it. Will XDA work to release a mod for the Tab S3 to get the Dex mode working? How hard would it be to install Dex on the Tab S3?
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I would like to hear from some xda developers on why Samsung wouldn't update the Tab S3 with Dex mode when and if it gets 8.1? Other than the obvious, to bolster sales of the Tab S4. I know we didn't get AR support on the Galaxy Note 8 although the chip architecture allows for it. Will XDA work to release a mod for the Tab S3 to get the Dex mode working? How hard would it be to install Dex on the Tab S3?
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Well, it would be good if anybody really develops DeX for the S3 but my guess is that this may be challenging because the processor in the S3 is not the same as the one in S4. Please note that the Qualcomm 835 chip is used also for "Windows on ARM" implementations (a couple of laptops with this chip have been released), so it does have the juice to run all elements of DeX, but I am not sure that this would be possible for the S3.
In any case, the S3 has the advantage that one can run Microsoft Office there without any license. You would need a license to run MS Office applications in the S4.
However, I wonder if one needs to adapt DeX to the S3. There are potentially other solutions, If you recall, the Note Tab 10.1 2014 had a very robust multi-windowing interface, running in a much less capable processor. Samsung (or somebody else) can adapt the 10.1 (2014) multi-tasking/multi-windowing solution to the S3. If this is possible, it may even be more capable than DeX and even faster. This may be more of a possibility. I am sure that Samsung evolved DeX from its multitasking effort on the 10.1 (2014).
Technologically it's possible, but it's entirely up to Samsung, so I'd say "NO"... Why offer a feature on an earlier tab when the goal is for all Tab S3 users to purchase their new S4? Bringing features outside of OS updates just isn't financial sense.
Also DEX is Samsung's code, so don't expect to see it legally in someones ROM.
So then it's unlikely. I hope somebody can make it work, would definitely pay for it.
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Technologically it's possible, but it's entirely up to Samsung, so I'd say "NO"... Why offer a feature on an earlier tab when the goal is for all Tab S3 users to purchase their new S4? Bringing features outside of OS updates just isn't financial sense.
Also DEX is Samsung's code, so don't expect to see it legally in someones ROM.
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Well, I am not sure that Samsung wants all Tab S3 users to move to the Tab S4. In fact, it definitely does not. In the "exchange program" for the Galaxy Tab S4, anybody who decides to exchange a Tab S3 for the newer tablet gets only $100!! On the other hand, if you decide to trade-in an Apple iPad, you can get $300!! Thus, it seems to me that Samsung wants to discourage owners of Tab S3 from moving to the S4. Their trade-in program makes this abundantly clear.
Currently, Samsung is actively selling the Tab S3. It has lowered the price to $449 and it is available through them (and through other vendors). On this basis, and considering that DeX is really the only differentiation between these tablets, I would say that it is quite unlikely that Samsung would develop DeX for the Tab S3. It would remain the "cheaper" option minus DeX. As DeX is nothing more than a gimmick in these tablets, I think that clever users should be opting for the S3 rather than the S4.
It is just possible that in the future Samsung may release a Gaxaly Tab S4 Pro with a 12-inch screen. Now, that machine would be a much better fit for the Dex environment and more logical fit for the price of $649, which is absolutely ridiculous for this tablet right now.
The best and easiest solution: Download the Sentio Desktop app on your Tab S3
It works like a beauty for me for most apps, and for the apps that cant open up in a window, they open up in full screen with the task bar on the bottom. It's a great experience. the app was made with the intention of being used on a phone connected to a Sentio Book, but on the Tab S3, it works great with the large screen. I plan on buying an HDMI cable to use with a monitor though. It would be nice to find some other apps or ways that the screen mirroring would work so that you could use the Tab S3 as a drawing tablet/mouse when connected to a monitor using Sentio Desktop (if anyone knows of something, that'd be great), but nevertheless, it's a great solution and alternative to Dex, which Samsung is probably not going to port over the the Tab S3 in any future updates, even though it's just as capable as the Note 8. :fingers-crossed:
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I read a recent Gear S2 review and they compared the specs with the Gear S. They essentially have the same CPU, RAM etc so was wondering what people thought about the potential that Samsung will continue selling the S side by side with the S2 and continue updates for it. I also wonder how likely it is that someone could provide the S2 rom for the S if Samsung doesn't update the S. I do not know but think it would be easier than trying to do an Android a Wear port or something like that.
But gear S2 does not have call function like it's predecessor. S2 is a downgrade one
Depends on the version, the ones coming out next month do
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This whole note 7 exploding thing is a complete joke. How can any company be so dumb as to let the phones explode? I'm quite happy to continue using my note 7 but now oculus has updated the app on the phones so note 7 not longer works with the gear vr so now I have an 80 quid device that is useless because I have no other phone to use it with. Samsung need to investigate these new claims of note 7s exploding fast and get it all sorted.
Sadly I use the note phones because I use the S-pen so changing phone isn't really an option as there are no alternatives to the S-pen. So frustrating when companies just do the most stupid things ever it's like with the gear S2 as well Samsung hasn't really helped it gain traction as they don't offer decent dev support so apps aren't as good as on apple watch or android wear again I don't know why they're being so dumb and not sorting it out.
I also reckon that Samsung phones are done for I doubt anyone would risk buying another Samsung phone in the future.
Stop the spam, please. Keep it to the other similarly 'useful' thread you created.
In case you forgot, I found it for you: http://forum.xda-developers.com/note-7/how-to/note-7-exploding-issue-getting-stupid-t3459370
Hello,
I have a dying Tab S that I would like to change. I have an opportunity for a Galaxy Tab S3 (SM-T820) for 330 euros. It's a second hand. Bluetooth is not working, else everything is fine.
It seems a goo deal but 2 things are worrying me:
- I don't feel an overall love for the Tab S3 around. Globally, people don't seem satisfy of it. But I can't really say if they don't really like it or because they think it should not be so expensive considering the perfs,
- The second point is almost the same. The community don't care about this model. ie: there are neither official TWRP or LineageOS for this model.
Do you think I should buy a Galaxy Tab S2 instead or stay on my first deal for the S3?
The only reason to buy the S3 right now is to save money in comparison to the S4. The S3 with the optional keyboard will offer almost the same solution as the S4 but without the DeX mode. In addition, in the S3, because the screen is under 10 inches, you would be able to use all the Microsoft Office programs without a license. You would need an Office365 license for the Tab S4. I have the S3 and it works great with almost every application.
However, on the basis that things may get progressively more complex and may need more of a processing muscle, the best option may be to purchase an S4, although I understand that paying anything between $750-850 is not an easy decision
Thanks for your answer
So I finally took the S3 today. It's a second hand (but never have been used)at a good price, else I would not have bought it. I know the S4 will be better but much more expensive and I would not pay so much.
Hi, I just did some research.. I am exited for samsung s10 and already pre-order it
I was wondering, why they did not tell everything about samsung s10 and how amazing it was
this is few things they don't talk in recent live samsung s10 launch
1. They do not mention about to headphone jack and the improvement music system in Samsung s10 overall
2. They did not mention that Facial recognition is still can be use to unlock the device and this is proven by some youtuber who did a review (unbox theraphy)
3. Bixby button! YES! the bixby button now can be remap with any apps you want!
4. Samsung Blockchain Wallet.. wow, this is so interesting for those who had asset in crypto, Samsung s10 built with crypto wallet that can also be use with samsung Pay!
5. they do not show comparison size between samsung s9, as it almost had the same size and slightly lighter than samsung s9
6. they don't talk about DEX! YES! Samsung S10 can now be connected with any HDMI USB C cable to any monitor and you had Desktop Experience with latest DEX os (this shown in Samsung Business USA Channel on youtube but not in Official channel)
and there are few minor other things they do not mention
so, Samsung s10 is a great phone!
Previously, Samsung used to brag a lot especially when they launched the S2...S4, but nowadays they're presentation model has changed and they don't brag a lot.
They even don't do comparison between iPhones anymore which they used to do a lot before.
Actually, I like this strategy, it makes me feel like that -> they want to leave some features to be discovered by the user ???.
Furthermore, I also think that previously they used to brag because they wanted to attract people's attention but now they know that they already have their attention.
I just received my Tab S6. I'm a bit lost due to all it is capable of. I looked for a "Dummies" book to help me along, but didn't find anything other then a scammed book that shows the TabS6 on the cover, but is really about the S6 phone, not the tablet.
Biggest issue for me is the S-Pen. I've no clue how to use it. And when all the icons show up on the screen, there's no titles below then to tell me what they are or do.
I'm coming from an Nvidia Shield K1 tablet which was pretty much pure Android, and an LG G7 phone, but this Tab S6 is way different in abilities and function.
So, where can I find something like a "Dummies" book or similar, or training that will show me all the capabilities and how to use them (Dex included)? And also, is there a way to turn on titles for the icons that open up for the S-Pen and other things? I've scored YouTube but didn't really find what I'm looking for. I found mostly reviews and comparisons.
Thanks in advance!
Andy
Having had 4 Samsung phones and 3 tablets prior to the S6, I must admin that the official User Guide from the Samsung web site is the best I have seen from them so far and seems to cover everything I needed.
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Having had 4 Samsung phones and 3 tablets prior to the S6, I must admin that the official User Guide from the Samsung web site is the best I have seen from them so far and seems to cover everything I needed.
Galaxy Tab S6 10.5 with S Pen SM-T860 Support & Manual | Samsung Business
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Thanks. I'll definitely give that a try. I was just hoping that there might be something else out there that delved a little deeper, possibly with tips and tricks, and workarounds.