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I really like the build quality and the look of the RAZR, but I live in Egypt and I don't know when it will be released here..
I will be in Germany next month for couple of days and wanted to buy the RAZR from there, but from reading the reviews, I'm afraid that I may buy one that has the screen spots issue and I'll not have enough time to get a replacement...
So my question for the people in Germany, do you also complain about the same screen issues?
Also if you have any suggestions for trusted places selling this phone in Berlin, that will be appreciated
Thanks
I bought mine in Sweden and don't have any issues.
I would guess Germany and Sweden get the same builds.
eng.aymanaly said:
I really like the build quality and the look of the RAZR, but I live in Egypt and I don't know when it will be released here..
I will be in Germany next month for couple of days and wanted to buy the RAZR from there, but from reading the reviews, I'm afraid that I may buy one that has the screen spots issue and I'll not have enough time to get a replacement...
So my question for the people in Germany, do you also complain about the same screen issues?
Also if you have any suggestions for trusted places selling this phone in Berlin, that will be appreciated
Thanks
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German issues? Try worldwide screen issues... There's countless threads already in here about it.
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German issues? Try worldwide screen issues... There's countless threads already in here about it.
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Countless meaning 5-6 on both AndroidForums and here?
"The RAZR display uses a new high efficiency OLED material. These screens may in some cases exhibit slightly darker regions, like you've noticed. Because the darker regions are only visible when viewing the black screen in a very dark environment, they will not interfere with general use. Most importantly, they don't change over time and are typical for this generation of OLED material. They in no way indicate a problem or defective screen."
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Countless meaning 5-6 on both AndroidForums and here?
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Is that not enough for you?
OK:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1345313
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1362171
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1363892
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1360178
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1362504
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1355492
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1350233
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=19687759
https://supportforums.motorola.com/thread/61777
http://androidcommunity.com/forums/...he-screen-for-motorola-razr-75393/#post397824
http://androidforums.com/motorola-droid-razr/448572-major-concern-razr-screen-image-burn.html
http://forums.techarena.in/portable-devices/1440647.htm
http://forums.androidcentral.com/droid-razr/132871-black-screen-blotchy-bootup-wallpaper.html
http://forums.androidcentral.com/droid-razr/136054-yellow-green-coloring-dim-screen.html
Im sorry, but after 3 minutes of google searching, I just got tired of copy/paste.
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Is that not enough for you?
OK:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1345313
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1362171
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1363892
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1360178
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1362504
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1355492
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1350233
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=19687759
https://supportforums.motorola.com/thread/61777
http://androidcommunity.com/forums/...he-screen-for-motorola-razr-75393/#post397824
http://androidforums.com/motorola-droid-razr/448572-major-concern-razr-screen-image-burn.html
http://forums.techarena.in/portable-devices/1440647.htm
http://forums.androidcentral.com/droid-razr/132871-black-screen-blotchy-bootup-wallpaper.html
http://forums.androidcentral.com/droid-razr/136054-yellow-green-coloring-dim-screen.html
Im sorry, but after 3 minutes of google searching, I just got tired of copy/paste.
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Well if you believe [TSON] on another thread in this forum the blotches are and I'm gonna quote here "intentional"
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ianford10 said:
Well if you believe [TSON] on another thread in this forum the blotches are and I'm gonna quote here "intentional"
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I'm sorry and I mean no disrespect, but I'm not sure what you mean.
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Forums sure can be annoying at times. Especially when people read a few threads and assume all the phones are the same. Don't forget, we, the forum people make up a tiny percentage of users. Out of us forum people many of us don't have those issues. You do the math, if you wanna base your phone purchases off of words rather than real life good luck.
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I'm sorry and I mean no disrespect, but I'm not sure what you mean.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=19720537
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Is that not enough for you?
OK:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1345313
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1362171
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1363892
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1360178
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1362504
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1355492
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1350233
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=19687759
https://supportforums.motorola.com/thread/61777
http://androidcommunity.com/forums/...he-screen-for-motorola-razr-75393/#post397824
http://androidforums.com/motorola-droid-razr/448572-major-concern-razr-screen-image-burn.html
http://forums.techarena.in/portable-devices/1440647.htm
http://forums.androidcentral.com/droid-razr/132871-black-screen-blotchy-bootup-wallpaper.html
http://forums.androidcentral.com/droid-razr/136054-yellow-green-coloring-dim-screen.html
Im sorry, but after 3 minutes of google searching, I just got tired of copy/paste.
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How many users who do not have this problem have created threads about NOT HAVING this problem?
How many people have had this phone for at least a week now? 1000? 5000? 10,000? Or maybe more? How does that compare proportionally?
Quite happy with mine, screen quality is the terrific. There, one happy person to give the rest hope. Just stare at it in all environments with all sorts of back ground colors?? What the heck, you should be able to use it for a day in and out (or before you leave the store) and determine through real world use if it suits you eyes. I came from a atrix 4G so maybe I am used to crap?? And this thing looks awesome in comparison??
edit: I do see them now, have to be looking though. If you memorize where they are, you can problem obsessively watch them and grind you teeth. If no one had ever shown me what they look like I would have never found them... still dont care, and it still is a great screen and if you have a OCD go nuts.
I read too many mixed reviews about this issue which made me not sure if this issue will be annoying to me or something that I can live with it..
Anyways thank you everyone ...and I still need suggestions for places to buy the RAZR from Berlin with good price?
A number of blogs/tech sites are saying invitations have been sent out for a "Google Play" event in New York tomorrow (24th October) at 19.00hrs local time (0:00hrs 25th October BST (UK time)). That part seems to be definite.
Tech Radar say that they were told by Google it was just a meet & greet event, so no launches. But what some others are saying is that Kitkat 4.4, Nexus 5 & Nexus 10 2 might be launched at this event. Kitkat I think is an outside possibility, Nexus 5 & Nexus 10 2 not so much.
So far we have only rumours/speculation as to when these products (& OS) might be launched. I'm not stating this as gospel. But I thought it worth posting just in case even if it is only for Kitkat. And people would at least be forewarned in case they live stream it.
http://www.hngn.com/articles/15363/...xus-10-2-made-by-asus-to-debut-october-24.htm
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Mrs Hedgehog
PS Not that I am desperate for them to release the Nexus 10 2 or anything.
I think it's been confirmed that it's not for those devices.
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A number of blogs/tech sites are saying invitations have been sent out for a "Google Play" event in New York tomorrow (24th October) at 19.00hrs local time (0:00hrs 25th October BST (UK time)). That part seems to be definite.
Tech Radar say that they were told by Google it was just a meet & greet event, so no launches. But what some others are saying is that Kitkat 4.4, Nexus 5 & Nexus 10 2 might be launched at this event. Kitkat I think is an outside possibility, Nexus 5 & Nexus 10 2 not so much.
So far we have only rumours/speculation as to when these products (& OS) might be launched. I'm not stating this as gospel. But I thought it worth posting just in case even if it is only for Kitkat. And people would at least be forewarned in case they live stream it.
http://www.hngn.com/articles/15363/...xus-10-2-made-by-asus-to-debut-october-24.htm
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Mrs Hedgehog
PS Not that I am desperate for them to release the Nexus 10 2 or anything.
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Sorry but these websites (IBTimes, Christian Post, etc) it's referring to are little better than a webcrawler putting together information that looks kind of like an article. They frequently just make up random crap to get clicks for their site and vicariously, ads. I would wait for a site such as android central or droid life to make some kind of announcement. As of right now, all official information is that the event will feature no news at all, and is just a small get together.
Sythrix said:
Sorry but these websites (IBTimes, Christian Post, etc) it's referring to are little better than a webcrawler putting together information that looks kind of like an article. They frequently just make up random crap to get clicks for their site and vicariously, ads. I would wait for a site such as android central or droid life to make some kind of announcement. As of right now, all official information is that the event will feature no news at all, and is just a small get together.
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I have freely admitted in the OP that I am clutching to the shortest of straws. And stated that I think it unlikely. However clutch I will. Even if we just get some more info on Kitkat I'm interested.
Rock-&-Roll-Hedgehog said:
I have freely admitted in the OP that I am clutching to the shortest of straws. And stated that I think it unlikely. However clutch I will. Even if we just get some more info on Kitkat I'm interested.
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Oh there's nothing wrong with that. I'm doing the same thing. I wish they'd turn around and say "psych! Everything will will be there! But I don't see them doing that.
Now that Apple has released the iPad Air, it puts them on the defensive end though. The more time that passes, the more likely people will overlook the Nexus 10. I'm not entirely sure Google cares though. They've already infiltrated the Apple ecosystem with most of their apps. Google's strategy is certainly one of slow, constant persistence. These tablets and phones are a kickback to people who support them I think, not a direct competitor with any other brands tablets. That's how it seems to me anyways.
Hopefully they don't keep us waiting too long. I sold the N10 in anticipation for this, and I've been waiting patiently for a while now. Come on Google.... don't wander into the world of Valve time....
We;; is 8:38 and no news about the event. It hasn't been streamed on youtube like other times and thers no updated blog about it either. Also theres been lots of errors with google services today? Coincidence? or could they have had some issues? Hopefully we'll know what went on in the conference by tomorrow but it most likely wan't any of the devices since it wasn't public.
Very suspicious that we've heard nothing I think.
I wonder if they did something huge and its all under embargo until a certain time?
Its quite odd to not hear anything from any of the major tech sites.
prb304 said:
Very suspicious that we've heard nothing I think.
I wonder if they did something huge and its all under embargo until a certain time?
Its quite odd to not hear anything from any of the major tech sites.
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One of the "friends" that were invited made it sound like all they did was hang out with a bunch of other Google employees according to an article I read but why would they send out invites for that. I agree with u and I think they're planning something big and bribing the sites to stay quiet
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prb304 said:
Very suspicious that we've heard nothing I think.
I wonder if they did something huge and its all under embargo until a certain time?
Its quite odd to not hear anything from any of the major tech sites.
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One of the "friends" that were invited made it sound like all they did was hang out with a bunch of other Google employees according to an article I read but why would they send out invites for that. I agree with u and I think they're planning something big and bribing the sites to stay quiet
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I think you might both be being sarcastic.
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Mrs Hedgehog
P.S I have just let go of that very short straw I was holding. No Nexus 10 2 clues. No Kitkat insights..... Woe is me.
Rock-&-Roll-Hedgehog said:
I think you might both be being sarcastic.
love
Mrs Hedgehog
P.S I have just let go of that very short straw I was holding. No Nexus 10 2 clues. No Kitkat insights..... Woe is me.
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I was being 100% serious!
prb304 said:
I was being 100% serious!
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Ignore me I'm paronoid (& was 1/2 joking any way). Seen this....... curiouser & curiouser. http://www.geekosystem.com/google-play/
I didn’t break an NDA. The Google Play team didn’t think I would react the way I did when I got the invitation, and neglected to include some kind of note asking me not to share it.
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a lot of speculators figured that Google engineered all of this on purpose to generate buzz in anticipation for their actual release event three days from now.
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And some sites are saying it'll be the 31st of November not the 28th.
Rock-&-Roll-Hedgehog said:
I think you might both be being sarcastic.
love
Mrs Hedgehog
P.S I have just let go of that very short straw I was holding. No Nexus 10 2 clues. No Kitkat insights..... Woe is me.
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Lol me too i was serious. I actually read an article that said that and their argument was pretty good so i went with it
prb304 said:
I was being 100% serious!
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Hey,
I've had my HDX 8.9 for quite a number of months now (virtually since release). I've been keeping an eye on this forum, waiting for an update on things. I'm really grateful for the work that's been done so far; some of you guys work hard to unlock these devices, so thanks, seriously.
I'm really looking forward to getting this thing to stock Android, since the device itself is a stunning piece of kit (both aesthetically and in regards to hardware specifications).
What are the odds of this device (and of course, the 7" model) being completely unlocked, and having stock Android?
If so, what kind of timescale are we looking at?
Thanks for the replies in advance guys.
Well it's not completely unlocked now but having a Rom slot with the AOSP rom is fairly good if not very good. I have nhad one problem so far and that auto rectified.
On a time frame I don't think anyone is sure yet. Just have to keep your fingers crossed.
(Would still like bluetooth tether to work thought on AOSP)
BRPW said:
Hey,
I've had my HDX 8.9 for quite a number of months now (virtually since release). I've been keeping an eye on this forum, waiting for an update on things. I'm really grateful for the work that's been done so far; some of you guys work hard to unlock these devices, so thanks, seriously.
I'm really looking forward to getting this thing to stock Android, since the device itself is a stunning piece of kit (both aesthetically and in regards to hardware specifications).
What are the odds of this device (and of course, the 7" model) being completely unlocked, and having stock Android?
If so, what kind of timescale are we looking at?
Thanks for the replies in advance guys.
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Honestly everyone in here is working on rooting when time from their real jobs allow. The first thing I learned in the android forums several years ago is not ask for a specific time frame. It could be tomorrow. It could be August. It could be never. I am very impatient myself and can't wait for working root. In due time the devs will come up with something. They are very good!!!
Tomen8r said:
Honestly everyone in here is working on rooting when time from their real jobs allow. The first thing I learned in the android forums several years ago is not ask for a specific time frame. It could be tomorrow. It could be August. It could be never. I am very impatient myself and can't wait for working root. In due time the devs will come up with something. They are very good!!!
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odds are slim im afraid, im resigned to having to use the google accounts in gmail that i managed to set up before losing root and some accounts using the email app
not ideal, actually pretty annoying because of some critical apps (and no bloody language selection in the keyboard, and etc) being missing, but i can live with it
no root means ads in browsers, so thats a big deal for me, as browsing is a killjoy much of the time
not a great reader either - you really need amoled to read well on dark screens (if youre like me)
so id gladly get rid of mine and buy the tab pro 8 incher tbh
rootcid said:
odds are slim im afraid, im resigned to having to use the google accounts in gmail that i managed to set up before losing root and some accounts using the email app
not ideal, actually pretty annoying because of some critical apps (and no bloody language selection in the keyboard, and etc) being missing, but i can live with it
no root means ads in browsers, so thats a big deal for me, as browsing is a killjoy much of the time
not a great reader either - you really need amoled to read well on dark screens (if youre like me)
so id gladly get rid of mine and buy the tab pro 8 incher tbh
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No root means ads everywhere on these horrible things. You buy the machine, then they advertise at you intrusively ad nauseum until you get sick of it, stomp on it or use it as discus? WTF is amazon thinking.
CrashTestDroid said:
No root means ads everywhere on these horrible things. You buy the machine, then they advertise at you intrusively ad nauseum until you get sick of it, stomp on it or use it as discus? WTF is amazon thinking.
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Um... dude how the hell do you think they have been able to sell it for such a low price + high end specs? Without the Amazon "offer" system, they would be making little to no profits whatsoever on the HDX. It's surprising they are making any profits on this at all on the HDX, considering their recent price drops.
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terra_byte_tech said:
Um... dude how the hell do you think they have been able to sell it for such a low price + high end specs? Without the Amazon "offer" system, they would be making little to no profits whatsoever on the HDX. It's surprising they are making any profits on this at all on the HDX, considering their recent price drops.
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Without the constant barrage of unwanted ads it would be a million times better and the hardware is no better than any of the competitors, Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 in all of them and arguably better build quality in the Nexus at least. IOW the ads are BS.
CrashTestDroid said:
Without the constant barrage of unwanted ads it would be a million times better and the hardware is no better than any of the competitors, Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 in all of them and arguably better build quality in the Nexus at least. IOW the ads are BS.
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If it's ads are so hard to deal with, why didn't you just pay the extra 15$ to have them pre-removed? You talk like the ads are the worst thing to ever have to be dealt with, when it's just ambient noise.
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If it's ads are so hard to deal with, why didn't you just pay the extra 15$ to have them pre-removed? You talk like the ads are the worst thing to ever have to be dealt with, when it's just ambient noise.
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I agree. I paid an extra 1,500 pennies to get rid of the ads. A real no brainier for me.
Tomen8r said:
I agree. I paid an extra 1,500 pennies to get rid of the ads. A real no brainier for me.
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Outside of the US amazon has decreed ads for everyone, no option to remove. A real no brainer indeed.
Odds might go up: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2721505
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Outside of the US amazon has decreed ads for everyone, no option to remove. A real no brainer indeed.
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I'm in the UK and just phoned them up. They removed the ads for free. Result!
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All the hands ons seem very similar due to what seems to be excessive limitations. This close to launch and Google seem to be being quite secretive considering they've already had their announcement - is it possible there are more surprises for the tablet and Lollipop being held back?
Disinform said:
All the hands ons seem very similar due to what seems to be excessive limitations. This close to launch and Google seem to be being quite secretive considering they've already had their announcement - is it possible there are more surprises for the tablet and Lollipop being held back?
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I certainly hope so! Imagine hitting us with the news of Wifi charging or something along those lines, would be pretty awesome.
MetTrax said:
I certainly hope so! Imagine hitting us with the news of Wifi charging or something along those lines, would be pretty awesome.
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Aye there
i hope there will be an IR blaster
if not im ok
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Aye there
i hope there will be an IR blaster
if not im ok
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My S4 has an IR blaster. I thought it was really cool at first, but I've only used it a handful of times and I've had it for a year. YMMD
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My S4 has an IR blaster. I thought it was really cool at first, but I've only used it a handful of times and I've had it for a year. YMMD
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True same here with my note 3
joshuabg said:
My S4 has an IR blaster. I thought it was really cool at first, but I've only used it a handful of times and I've had it for a year. YMMD
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Same here
Waste of time ir blaster never used, always busy flashing new ROMs could not be bothered to setup again. I also think there is a few hidden surprises.
hands ons seem to be limited to a few minutes, all seem to point out the same thing, as if there is a google rep sitting behind of camera - whom dictated before the hands on what is off limits at this time.
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hands ons seem to be limited to a few minutes, all seem to point out the same thing, as if there is a google rep sitting behind of camera - whom dictated before the hands on what is off limits at this time.
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I also get that sense to lol, I personally think Google have instructed short and brief video reviews, And also have to be filmed within a restricted amount of time. So I guess will have to wait for the tablet to be fully released before we get an in depth review, by then for most reading this it will be to late because it will be already in our hands! [emoji12]
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I also get that sense to lol, I personally think Google have instructed short and brief video reviews, And also have to be filmed within a restricted amount of time. So I guess will have to wait for the tablet to be fully released before we get an in depth review, by then for most reading this it will be to late because it will be already in our hands! [emoji12]
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exactly, most of us here have pre-ordered based on specs and previous know how relating to the nexus program. The hands-on at the moment are just satisfying our enthusiasm for the device. For people already on the fence about the product, they wont generally pre-order anyway so the real hands on will be more crucial for them when time comes.
Its because its still running pre-release software and Google doesn't want the first batch of reviews/benchmarks to be based on an un-optimized OS giving the Nexus 9 a bad image before its launch.
Expect a software update right before the official release of the Nexus 9 followed by lifting of the embargo and a flood of benchmarks/reviews coming in.
joshuabg said:
My S4 has an IR blaster. I thought it was really cool at first, but I've only used it a handful of times and I've had it for a year. YMMD
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I only use IR on my M8 when I want to troll the teacher. :laugh:
Devildog78965 said:
I only use IR on my M8 when I want to troll the teacher. :laugh:
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haha lol
i love using the IR in the dentist office
but i never tryed doing it in best-buy
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I only use IR on my M8 when I want to troll the teacher. :laugh:
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"This TV must be broken it keeps turning off and I have the remote right in front of me"
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"This TV must be broken it keeps turning off and I have the remote right in front of me"
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Back when I was in highschool I had a HP PDA (yes this was a while ago) and you could use it as a remote control. Let's just say we never had to watch anything stupid in class because the TV never worked.
None of the hands on seem to be showing how the device sounds like. With the boomsound speakers, i thought it would be one of the biggest selling points. I guess this is part of the limitations they impose on these jounalists. Also, it seems like none of them were signed on to a Google account or had any wifi connection so its not like they can just go to youtube and play a video.
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None of the hands on seem to be showing how the device sounds like. With the boomsound speakers, i thought it would be one of the biggest selling points. I guess this is part of the limitations they impose on these jounalists. Also, it seems like none of them were signed on to a Google account or had any wifi connection so its not like they can just go to youtube and play a video.
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It really is quite bizarre, Liam Spradlin on G+ said that they were "not allowed" to show anything in depth, there must be something held back (I hope).
Android central podcast on Fri said be patient, they will have reviews, and "without violating the embargo, except a couple of surprises.". We haven't seen everything yet apparently according to them.
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I am sure the reviews are being written/video'd right now, same as with previous releases.
And as before, most reviews will be released around "Something O'Clock" and a couple will come out a few hours early (Woops !).
And they may say "Review based on the final pre-release of Android, but not much is expected to change".
It's pretty simple why.
Google imposed the following limitations on videos :
Unboxing video : OK
Quick overview : OK
Device review : NO
The limitations are in place until the 12th November.
Source ?
http://www.forbes.com/sites/larrymagid/2014/11/01/hands-on-with-googles-nexus-6/
It's about the Nexus 6, but I guess Nexus 9 also falls under the same rule.
I have 10 more days to decide if the Gear S is a keeper or not. I like it a lot but I'm just wondering if I will still like the watch after the newness wears off say in a few months. Also wondering how much I'll use it. The few issues I have with the watch are the battery dock is annoying to charge. imo It has a sweet spot but I can never find it. lol Also wish the watch had social apps like G+ and Hangouts. It's been years since I used a watch so I'm still getting use to that. It seems that the size of my wrist is in between notches. It's either a little to lose or to tight.
sweets55 said:
I have 10 more days to decide if the Gear S is a keeper or not. I like it a lot but I'm just wondering if I will still like the watch after the newness wears off say in a few months. Also wondering how much I'll use it. The few issues I have with the watch are the battery dock is annoying to charge. imo It has a sweet spot but I can never find it. lol Also wish the watch had social apps like G+ and Hangouts. It's been years since I used a watch so I'm still getting use to that. It seems that the size of my wrist is in between notches. It's either a little to lose or to tight.
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I feel u, but in IMO with future software updates to iron out the bugs, developers adding more of the more popular apps, the Gear S will only get better. I personally feel this is the future of the smart watch. With more ram, larger storage, same size or slimmer with longer battery life and replacement band with camera, it can be a true phone replacement.
sweets55 said:
I have 10 more days to decide if the Gear S is a keeper or not. I like it a lot but I'm just wondering if I will still like the watch after the newness wears off say in a few months. Also wondering how much I'll use it. The few issues I have with the watch are the battery dock is annoying to charge. imo It has a sweet spot but I can never find it. lol Also wish the watch had social apps like G+ and Hangouts. It's been years since I used a watch so I'm still getting use to that. It seems that the size of my wrist is in between notches. It's either a little to lose or to tight.
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You can always get a Moto 360. I am not sure I understand your question. Is there another smartwatch on the market that has the same features as the Gear S or in the foreseeable future?
cljack3 said:
You can always get a Moto 360. I am not sure I understand your question. Is there another smartwatch on the market that has the same features as the Gear S or in the foreseeable future?
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If I return my Gear S I doubt I'll get another watch.
those same concerns are what has kept me from pulling the trigger so far on this guy..
not wearing a watch for years makes it difficult for you to decide; for myself, I have worn large watches for many years, so at least that part of the decision isnt there for me. Like you said, just not sure that 3 months from now, I will still want to wear it every day...
I have the same thoughts. I think it will improve with either more OTAS and/or root. I do wonder if a better model in under a year will eclipse this one?
Always something better coming out but I kind of think the Gear S is ahead of it's time.
I like the Gear S design and believe it to be a well-done device. However... I disagree with others about the future of app support on the device. Samsung has tried the proprietary OS in the past with Bada and that never received a critical level of support. Furthermore the market is smaller than Android Wear and most developers report poor app sales at the moment. So while major stuff may eventually be ported, it currently is unlikely to be platform of choice for independents unless Samsung makes a new app challenge. (Many of the apps in the store now are from the original "Samsung Gear App Challenge" that brought the store from 300 to over 1,000 around that contest's deadline).
So... yeah... unless Samsung invests into further, likely not a future-proof device sadly but great to use for this moment.
there is no such thing as a future proof device...
and frankly, outside of more app support, which, the jury is still out on how much more you may want to do from a smart watch. that can be added to a device like this, imo..some might want a camera, but thats not important to me..
since i've seen how you can use this watch as a phone/text/music device without even having a samsung phone, once more folks realize that, it should increase its popularity. Especially considering that Android wear, at this point cant make calls, send emails, web surf, or really do much of anything besides implement a visual version of Google Now., and receive notifications.
wase4711 said:
Especially considering that Android wear, at this point cant make calls, send emails, web surf, or really do much of anything besides implement a visual version of Google Now., and receive notifications.
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Note that AW can receive AND reply to notifications. Something the Gear S cannot do in many cases.
I've been trialing a Gear S for several days and I posted my thoughts on AC.
http://forums.androidcentral.com/showthread.php?t=464763
It's unique is one reason why I am keeping it... I am going to post my Gear 2 on Craigs List and just stay with the Gear S...but the root and the Gear 2 made it better when I added the custom rom made for it...for Tizen made it a bit better so I will hold out hoping that comes to the Gear S
jlczl said:
Note that AW can receive AND reply to notifications. Something the Gear S cannot do in many cases.
I've been trialing a Gear S for several days and I posted my thoughts on AC.
http://forums.androidcentral.com/showthread.php?t=464763
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If you ordered online you wouldn't have to pay a restocking fee. I was lucky the manager said he would credit my account 25 for overnight shipping.
jlczl said:
Note that AW can receive AND reply to notifications. Something the Gear S cannot do in many cases.
I've been trialing a Gear S for several days and I posted my thoughts on AC.
http://forums.androidcentral.com/showthread.php?t=464763
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when exactly can a gear S NOT reply to a notification???
If root appears would you want to try a AW ROM
wase4711 said:
when exactly can a gear S NOT reply to a notification???
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Hangouts (though an app to fix this called Notifications for Gear S is out), and all other 3rd party apps (IG, FB, GroupMe, etc.). Plus you can only dismiss emails, not delete them.
yeah, I know about hangouts, so I just use stock sms, which works perfectly..the other apps you mentioned arent important at all for me when I would be using the watch independently..
As far as not deleting emails on the phone, I dont want them to; the watch is only a "temp" way for me to deal with stuff; I prefer to decide once I get home/to the office on what to do with them..
here again, everyone uses technology differently; its great to have choices:good:
ronaldheld said:
If root appears would you want to try a AW ROM
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This is interesting. This was my first Gear so I'm not up to date with how much development previous Gears got. What are the chances of getting root and ROMs on it?
I am on day 4 with the Gear S and on the fence on whether to return it. I did get it at the store so I would have to eat the restocking fee of $50. I would rather lose $50 than have a $350 device that is put in a drawer. I have not worn a watch in years and I have found that the strap is very uncomfortable. The plastic band makes me sweat. I find the charging dock very difficult to attach to the watch. The other thing is the lack of apps for the device and I wonder how many will actually come out.
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This is interesting. This was my first Gear so I'm not up to date with how much development previous Gears got. What are the chances of getting root and ROMs on it?
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Good question; the Gear series has sold really well, but not sure what bringing root/roms would do to improve this device. Although, all things Samsung seem to be the favorite "brand" for all sorts of development.
paesan said:
I am on day 4 with the Gear S and on the fence on whether to return it. I did get it at the store so I would have to eat the restocking fee of $50. I would rather lose $50 than have a $350 device that is put in a drawer. I have not worn a watch in years and I have found that the strap is very uncomfortable. The plastic band makes me sweat. I find the charging dock very difficult to attach to the watch. The other thing is the lack of apps for the device and I wonder how many will actually come out.
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Understandable, as this watch is a tough one to make your "first" watch to wear, in many years..
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Good question; the Gear series has sold really well, but not sure what bringing root/roms would do to improve this device. Although, all things Samsung seem to be the favorite "brand" for all sorts of development.
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Number 1 thing would be compatability with non Samsung apps so we could use Hangouts and Gmail as well as a multitude of 3rd party apps that the Gear S does not communicate with as well as AW does.
Number 2 would be 2 way communication between watch and phone. If something is deleted on the watch it would also be deleted on the phone and vice versa.
Number 3 would be full compatability with non Samsung phones.
Number 4 would be customization of battery saving features and other settings
Those are just off the top of my head. I'm pretty sure other people smarter than me could come up with even more.
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As far as not deleting emails on the phone, I dont want them to; the watch is only a "temp" way for me to deal with stuff; I prefer to decide once I get home/to the office on what to do with them..
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It would be great though if we had the option to just dismiss it or delete it. That's one of the things that irks me. Come on Samsung, gimme a choice at least.