http://www.amazon.com/GTMax-Bluetooth-Wireless-Keyboard-iPhone/dp/B00451X7FU
If not or even if so does anyone know any micro keyboards that will.
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http://www.amazon.com/GTMax-Bluetooth-Wireless-Keyboard-iPhone/dp/B00451X7FU
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I'd get one that says it's android compatible, but that's just me.
http://www.amazon.com/Bluetooth-Wireless-Keyboard-Android-Smartphone/dp/B0043862N4
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http://www.amazon.com/GTMax-Bluetooth-Wireless-Keyboard-iPhone/dp/B00451X7FU
If not or even if so does anyone know any micro keyboards that will.
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LOL br0 and you don't even read the comments to find out? Nope, your just too busy wasting our time LOL but seriously,
This is Adam Katze from Amazon:
I have an HTC HD2 running ChuckyRom Winmo and DarkStone Froyo2.2 with Cyanogenmod 6.1. In Winmo the keyboard works as intended and does essentially what I want it to do. However, when I boot into Android (which I use as my main OS), the keyboard does not work.
The product comes with a CD and what it leads you to believe are the necessary drivers to run the keyboard. I installed the program and then tried running it, only to repeatedly get an error saying the one time registration had failed, and the program closed. After some searching on Google I finally find that the manufacturer hasn't renewed their license with the company that provides the software drivers for the phone. After spending 28 dollars on the keyboard, I find that I now have to pay an additional 10 euros to download the software that the manufacturer claimed would come with the product.
Additionally, I haven't been able to get the keyboard functioning on an Android build that doesn't have Cyanogenmod 6.1 installed, so if you're running a stock phone it seems like you're S.O.L. there too Be aware of this product and the countless other "mini bluetooth keyboards" that are seemingly made by different manufacturers but are all exactly the same product. Using multiple brands for the same product is usually a sign of a disreputable company.
As for the keyboard itself, it's very light and feels sort of cheap, but it is sturdy enough. The power switch is a bit difficult to slide, and the mini-USB port doesn't seem to be very well attached. My power light flickers and turns off frequently while charging, and wiggling the wire around usually brings it back on for a while.
Overall, this is a very cheaply made product, but unfortunately it seems like its the only bluetooth keyboard of its size available at the moment for a reasonable price. If you are running Android, I strongly suggest you DO NOT PURCHASE THIS PRODUCT.
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LOL br0 and you don't even read the comments to find out? Nope, your just too busy wasting our time LOL but seriously,
This is Adam Katze from Amazon:
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Hmm, because the atrix is so much like his windows phone that was hacked with android, plus the atrix is a completely different phone.
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Anyone try using their TP2 with a Celio RedFly yet? If so, did it work? How did the RedFly handle the touchflo interface?
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Why would you? It's the same resolution as the TP2, and the TP2 doesn't lack a keyboard...
Yes it works, i installed it for my father who is using it in his chauffer car as a bigger screen due to some software for his job.
Thanks!
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Yes it works, i installed it for my father who is using it in his chauffer car as a bigger screen due to some software for his job.
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I was just about to ask the same question...thanks for the information!
Why use Redfly
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Why would you? It's the same resolution as the TP2, and the TP2 doesn't lack a keyboard...
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Much easier to type on the Redfly keyboard
Redfly has the ability to recharge the Tilt
Larger screen makes it easier to see some applications (maps, images, etc)
Can plug in a USB thumb drive to the Redfly and access the files on the thumb drive
Can output the screen of the Tilt to a projector if needed (I'm a trainer, this is a big one)
Can use an external mouse or keyboard if necessary
Makes it a laptop replacement for those of us not lucky enough to have a laptop
At least those are MY reasons for using them in tandem. Anyone want to add to this?
Installed Redfly on my ATT Tilt 2 with NRG Photon installed. After installation, screen would show anything but black. Had to hard reset and restore with Sprite Backup.
Email from support:
Stephen,
The Celio Corp Engineering team is currently investigating support for the new ATT Tilt 2. Assuming that no significant issues arise, Beta support for that phone may be available in the near future. For a complete list of the currently supported phones, please visit http://www.celiocorp.com/smartphone.
We do appreciate your interest in Celio Corp and our products, and we hope that you will subscribe to our newsletters at http://www.celiocorp.com/subscribe to insure you get the latest news and product updates.
Windows mobile 6.5 in general though will be supported starting mid November, and so phones using 6.5 OS will be released as compatible periodically after being tested as compatible.
Thanks,
Jeff S
Works Perfectly
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I was just about to ask the same question...thanks for the information!
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Just wanted to report that with nothing more than installing the application from the Celio website, my Tilt 2 and the Redfly work well together, and the screen resolution matches exactly. That makes a HUGE difference from my old Tilt in usability.
Waiting on celio
HMMM,......yeah i tried the wm6.1 utility from the website on my fuze which i was running arrupenthals rom and i thought i bricked my phone. i too got the solid black screen and then almost a brown stain....lol, had to hard reset fuze, however been simultaneously running my tilt and wifes tilt on redfly and it is working perfect. last week i got my tilt 2 and called tech support talked to stephen also, and he gave me the same spill...."we are beta testing 6.5 and will have it available mid november.", personally i think that SUX, HOW LONG HAS CELIO KNOWN THAT 6.5 WAS BEING RELEASED, I THINK THAT A COMPANY THAT BASES IT FLAGSHIP PRODUCT ON WINMO USABILITY SHOULD BE THE FIRST TO HAVE A WORKING DOWNLOADABLE UTILITY THE MINUTE WINMO6.5 RELEASES..................CAN I GET SUM LUV?????????????????????.....ALSO THEY HAVE SWITCHED TECH SUPPORT CENTERS, SO THE GUYS DOING ALL SUPPORT ARE NOW NEW
Celio put out an updated driver on 11/4. I can happilly report that I am posting on my redfly paired with my tilt 2. Remote desktoping is wonderful.
I do not see an update for 11/04, Please tell me the version number as I don't want to have to hard reset the phone because I tried it again. I see no 6.5 WM versions working yet on their site.
thanks
Glad I searched and found this thread before posting the same question. I appreciate J...geek's reply about my question for a bluetooth keyboard. I don't doubt it would work, but I am glad I kept searching and found this Redfly device. Helpful thread. Wish is wasn't so expensive.
I got a question: I am dumbfounded that there is not more information about the battery in the redfly. I finally found that it is an Ion. How many recharges can it endure? Also, when it needs replacing, how?
Is it possible to flash a Blackberry and change its crappy OS for an Android ROM? I mean, the Blackberry Bold is a great piece of hardware and it could be a great device if it would be possible to run Android on it.
Any brilliant ROM cooker from XDA tried this already or thinking about trying it? There was a rumor about Android on BB...
Thank you.
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Is it possible to flash a Blackberry and change its crappy OS for an Android ROM? I mean, the Blackberry Bold is a great piece of hardware and it could be a great device if it would be possible to run Android on it.
Any brilliant ROM cooker from XDA tried this already or thinking about trying it? There was a rumor about Android on BB...
Thank you.
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RIM doesn't make their hardware drivers available, so you would be in for a major reverse-engineering effort to make this work.
maybe some RIM's hardware drivers are already filtered somewhere...
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maybe some RIM's hardware drivers are already filtered somewhere...
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No doubt *some* are, but you're going to be missing the majority of things needed to make the thing really work.
In my opinion, you're looking at HUNDREDS (if you're REALLY lucky and 99.9% of the drivers are already there..) or THOUSANDS of man-hours (tens of thousands most likely) to develop the thing to a usable state, so if you are working on it on your own, just think about the value of your time-- if you make a meager $10/hr, then its only 50 hours to get the best top notch android device out there, saving yourself $10000+ worth of time -- and even the worst android hardware (not counting sciphone, of course) is better than the best RIM hardware (that 9000 you mentioned -- 128MB ram/128MB flash, no touch screen, crap 2MP camera, crap keyboard that requires little-girl fingers, etc.).
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No doubt *some* are, but you're going to be missing the majority of things needed to make the thing really work.
In my opinion, you're looking at HUNDREDS (if you're REALLY lucky and 99.9% of the drivers are already there..) or THOUSANDS of man-hours (tens of thousands most likely) to develop the thing to a usable state, so if you are working on it on your own, just think about the value of your time-- if you make a meager $10/hr, then its only 50 hours to get the best top notch android device out there, saving yourself $10000+ worth of time -- and even the worst android hardware (not counting sciphone, of course) is better than the best RIM hardware (that 9000 you mentioned -- 128MB ram/128MB flash, no touch screen, crap 2MP camera, crap keyboard that requires little-girl fingers, etc.).
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Little girl fingers, thats some funny but true stuff.
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In my opinion, you're looking at HUNDREDS (if you're REALLY lucky and 99.9% of the drivers are already there..) or THOUSANDS of man-hours (tens of thousands most likely) to develop the thing to a usable state, so if you are working on it on your own, just think about the value of your time-- if you make a meager $10/hr, then its only 50 hours to get the best top notch android device out there, saving yourself $10000+ worth of time -- and even the worst android hardware (not counting sciphone, of course) is better than the best RIM hardware (that 9000 you mentioned -- 128MB ram/128MB flash, no touch screen, crap 2MP camera, crap keyboard that requires little-girl fingers, etc.).
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I love to have that as a sticky for everyone that asks can "insert phone name here" run andoird?! Of course with a slight edit for the phone manufacture in.
Ok I have a question... Forgive me if I'm posting in the wrong area. Here is the pitch: I have been looking forward to this phone for a long time (as most of you) I have been interested for a few years in developing an on the go platform for mobile entertainment. What I mean is just something I can use in my car to listen to music or watch movies. I know there are many things that exist that allow me to do this but I'm looking to develop a more all in one truly mobile solution and the Note might be the best option.
Without boring everyone with too much details- I'm hoping the Note comes with NFC for starters but does anyone know- will the usb host adapter allow the Note to charge and possibly use an external hard drive at the same time?
I'm in the R&D stages now for a car dock with software that will allow Note to just slide in and go similar to the newer mobile infotainment systems that are starting to show up in cars now but this will be truly mobile.
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Ok I have a question... Forgive me if I'm posting in the wrong area. Here is the pitch: I have been looking forward to this phone for a long time (as most of you) I have been interested for a few years in developing an on the go platform for mobile entertainment. What I mean is just something I can use in my car to listen to music or watch movies. I know there are many things that exist that allow me to do this but I'm looking to develop a more all in one truly mobile solution and the Note might be the best option.
Without boring everyone with too much details- I'm hoping the Note comes with NFC for starters but does anyone know- will the usb host adapter allow the Note to charge and possibly use an external hard drive at the same time?
I'm in the R&D stages now for a car dock with software that will allow Note to just slide in and go similar to the newer mobile infotainment systems that are starting to show up in cars now but this will be truly mobile.
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Omgosh what a great idea! Hooking up an externel hard drive may work, because you can plug flash drives into tablets and they work just fine. Hope your plan works, because if iit does ill be installing it on my stang
You posted this in an unrelated thread, so I moved it to its own thread. Your plan sounds great, I hope you can make it happen, I'd like a nice car dock for my future Note
Thanks for your interest guys! I will post some more info as the design begins testing.
As of now I'm using my Captivate for a front end... it kinda works but there's a lot of manual interaction which I'm hoping with the Note I can move away from. If this works out I can move to actually producing a full mobile infotainment solution.
I'm curious though... This project started out with just a personal want to make my long drives a little more comfortable. It has now turned in to something that I actually depend on and almost need. Do you guys think there is an actual need for something like this? Maybe this could be a start for a whole new "something" platform.
~C
Personal need and an idea of how to fulfill it is how many great products come around. I really wish I had a decent dock for my Captivate (that's what I've got, too), but none exist - and I have looked. Go for it. See where it takes you. Might make you some nice coin, and make others happy in the process!
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Personal need and an idea of how to fulfill it is how many great products come around. I really wish I had a decent dock for my Captivate (that's what I've got, too), but none exist - and I have looked. Go for it. See where it takes you. Might make you some nice coin, and make others happy in the process!
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You heard it here first... Should have some renderings soon-ish. I'm a software designer that works mostly in MS technologies so this is a new avenue but with all the support on XDA it shouldn't be too hard.
I would be very interested in this as well.
Good luck on the R&D
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Without boring everyone with too much details- I'm hoping the Note comes with NFC for starters but does anyone know- will the usb host adapter allow the Note to charge and possibly use an external hard drive at the same time?
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Based on how the Galaxy Tab works the answer is no, you can't use the USB drive and charge at the same time. You will need to build a custom cable.
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Based on how the Galaxy Tab works the answer is no, you can't use the USB drive and charge at the same time. You will need to build a custom cable.
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I hope to have a Note to test with soon... (pre-ordered) The cable isn't too much of a problem just one more thing to put on the list. I'm toying around with designs that will able to have upgrades/plugins via a usb hub.
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Thanks for your interest guys! I will post some more info as the design begins testing.
As of now I'm using my Captivate for a front end... it kinda works but there's a lot of manual interaction which I'm hoping with the Note I can move away from. If this works out I can move to actually producing a full mobile infotainment solution.
I'm curious though... This project started out with just a personal want to make my long drives a little more comfortable. It has now turned in to something that I actually depend on and almost need. Do you guys think there is an actual need for something like this? Maybe this could be a start for a whole new "something" platform.
~C
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I could use something like that! I am a road warrior covering two states for my employer and have a lot of windshield time.
When it is time to beta test I would like to offer my services.
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Based on how the Galaxy Tab works the answer is no, you can't use the USB drive and charge at the same time. You will need to build a custom cable.
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On the infuse hdmi (output and charge) works at the same time and needs it. Maybe if you need a few "lines" frim it to get it working ill supply that . It may need a custom kernel though...
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On the infuse hdmi (output and charge) works at the same time and needs it. Maybe if you need a few "lines" frim it to get it working ill supply that . It may need a custom kernel though...
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Thanks! I'm hoping that I won't have to mess with the kernel too much... Most of what I need is already open in the OS (I hope) and I will most likely have the hardware completed before the software pieces. As long as my wife doesn't kill me first for spending too much time in the shop.
i think thats a great idea. check out how i am doing it now, using a 8.9 tab lte:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1480694
Hopefully your contribution could be applied here? may I suggest you to take a look at the mp3car.com forums? there's an android section there, very interesting.
http://www.mp3car.com/android-tablet/
What's most needed i feel are the development of physical buttons to control the tablet/phone while driving. I envision using something like a bt version of devices like carpc joycon ex (basically a small device that turns your steering wheel buttons into a usb keyboard), or using modified bt headset buttons.
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http://www.mp3car.com/android-tablet/
What's most needed i feel are the development of physical buttons to control the tablet/phone while driving. I envision using something like a bt version of devices like carpc joycon ex (basically a small device that turns your steering wheel buttons into a usb keyboard), or using modified bt headset buttons.
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Thanks for the link I'm sure I will be hitting up those forums as well...
Nice setup! That is exactly what I'm looking for. The physical buttons are something that also crossed my mind. I will check out the joycon. I think with the USB host it will be a lot easier now. I do frequent mp3car.com they have helped with a couple carpc's I have built for friends and my own XBMC in my WRX I still use to play games while sitting in my car. This is the first time I'm traveling down the android path and I think it's going to be a better experience all around.
Thanks.
Now I think the note would be way more appropriate for my other car - the 8.9 is more fitting to a truck really.
Keep us posted!
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I'm gonna try using a Seagate goflex satellite hard drive as a media center for my note in my car. It's 500gb and produces a Wi-Fi signal that the phone hooks onto, you then use the Seagate app to access all the hard drives music and movies. I plan to hardwire the hard drive into my cars power along with a micro charger to plug into the Samsung note car dock. I'll let everyone know how the hard drive works out. It could be an option for your project too, although the hard drive is rather pricy.
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Yeah, I have considered that, but I've seen less than stellar reviews on Amazon and I balked. Price is not a concern, as long as it works. The reviews stated that the interface was very poor and buggy. No playlists, no thumbnails, no folder support, IIRC.
Seagate, like Samsung, is not known for writing sleak software. So the fact that I must depend on their updates (will it work with ICS? Will it work in Landscape mode? etc.) is a concern. They should release their APIs at least, or source code.
I'd rather something like a NAS DLNA server. With DLNA, I can choose a bunch of compatible apps, I believe.
Also, about the Seagate's wifi connection, is is ad-hoc? Would it prevent the tablet from accessing the Internet? I suspect not, if you're using the note, but if you're using a tablet tethered to the phone...then this wouldn't work.
I have seen a couple lack luster reviews on the satellite but my friend is offering it to me for $75 because he never uses it anymore so I figured I would give it a shot. If it doesn't do what I need it to in the car I will either just use it for my tablet in home or sell it as Im sure I could recoup at least $75 from a $200 hard drive
Great, please report back your findings.
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I'm gonna try using a Seagate goflex satellite hard drive as a media center for my note in my car. It's 500gb and produces a Wi-Fi signal that the phone hooks onto, you then use the Seagate app to access all the hard drives music and movies. I plan to hardwire the hard drive into my cars power along with a micro charger to plug into the Samsung note car dock. I'll let everyone know how the hard drive works out. It could be an option for your project too, although the hard drive is rather pricy.
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In this set-up, is the music coming out of the car's speakers or the Note?
I just got my lapdock and it's neat, no doubt about it. But what do you actually use it for?
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I just got my lapdock and it's neat, no doubt about it. But what do you actually use it for?
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I'm gonna wait for this one to get going before I input my wit!
VERY basic web browsing (email, facebook, xda, etc) and that's it. Don't try to fire up too many youtube videos or you'll get the low memory popup. I'm going to take my lapdock for a weekend wedding trip instead of my laptop in May...I should be ok. Looking forward to possible improvements in the future ICS build .
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Oh please, offer your wit. I need a good laugh today.
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I just got my lapdock and it's neat, no doubt about it. But what do you actually use it for?
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I got my new bicycle today........It's really shiny and cool. What's a bicycle do anyway?
Why did you buy something if you don't know what to do with it?
(Sorry, but it's either of two things..............you worded the OP in a way that doesn't convey what you really meant, or you really did just buy a lapdock without knowing what it's for)
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I got my new bicycle today........It's really shiny and cool. What's a bicycle do anyway?
Why did you buy something if you don't know what to do with it?
(Sorry, but it's either of two things..............you worded the OP in a way that doesn't convey what you really meant, or you really did just buy a lapdock without knowing what it's for)
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My main curiosity is what most people use it for, as each person finds different value in different items....
I know what it is for and I'm enjoying using it in my own fashion. The main reason I bought it, so you will know, is because I found it for $50 bucks and it will increase the value of my Atrix 4g as a package, if & and when I go to sell it, should I ever find a phone I like more.
Also,Congrats on your new bicycle as well. I hope it serves you well. Just wait until you take the training wheels off! You'll be REALLY happy.
Thanks, I'm really happy with it! It has streamers on the handles!
I bought the lapdock in a deal also, but unfortunately mine is off to Motorola as there was something wrong with it when I received it. I think the lapdock will change somewhat in functionality once Webtop 3.0 becomes available to us. It should have more of a "laptop" functionality at that point I think.
I used it for very little until I installed webtop2sd, and turned it into a very serviceable portable connected computer. I have replaced my current laptop with the lapdock, and have been quite happy using Openoffice, and PDF reader. Professionally, I now have used it in court 3-4 times to hold reference materials (instead of printing volumes of online records), and I do email with it. I have also heard that it is very functional in a remote desktop setting, but aside from testing this, I have not pursued it.
The one issue that I have is installing firefox extensions. My lack of linux knowledge is holding me back, and I would like to be able to read .tif files from within the browser, but as of now cannot. Other than this, I think it is safe to consider this as functional as a regular (lower end) laptop.
Again, I cannot reiterate how much more useful webtop2sd makes this device. Who knows what the ICS update will bring?
Meh, id rather have an actual linux distro than android on a screen: Ubuntu is made for a mouse and keyboard, android, and specifically the apps for it, are made for touchscreens that our lapdocks do not have, so i dont see it translating well.
I just spoke with Viewsonic's third party company for tech support for the gTablet. I noticed the gMarket icon gave me an error. I had not used the tablet in some time.
He informed me that Handango is now supporting Android 2.3 where the gTab is 2.2. The apps will not work.
I guess now I have a large paperweight. What a waste of money.
If you're planning on throwing it out, I would be happy to take it off your hands.
Fact is, any alternative ROM can work wonders on this device. I have never used the stock ROM since it's just so bad.
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I just spoke with Viewsonic's third party company for tech support for the gTablet. I noticed the gMarket icon gave me an error. I had not used the tablet in some time.
He informed me that Handango is now supporting Android 2.3 where the gTab is 2.2. The apps will not work.
I guess now I have a large paperweight. What a waste of money.
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Hell toss that paper weight my way and I will put it in to some Smooth use. :highfive:
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Hell toss that paper weight my way and I will put it in to some Smooth use. :highfive:
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Man, serious "coknbalz" here as they say in my country. I would ask Handango, since they've been jerking us around so rigorously while smiling all the way, if they'd be willing to handle our upgrades gently and gingerly as we told them what we yearned for. And then here at XDA we have 4.0 and 4.1 ROMs circulating? They should be taking it all over their face with glee and happily rubbing in all the extra white-sheet revenue with both their hands as we come down from the exhilaration of newfound support!
I can't imagine an app market wanting to be used so much and so often in this way as Handango tells other device makers they would. They of all app markets seem ready to spread far and wide, caressing the bleeding edge to fever pitch when the time is right for a loud and forthright announcement, for just about any device out there. Why won't they put out for the G-Tablet since they will for just about anything else? Is it something we as a community did?
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I just spoke with Viewsonic's third party company for tech support for the gTablet. I noticed the gMarket icon gave me an error. I had not used the tablet in some time.
He informed me that Handango is now supporting Android 2.3 where the gTab is 2.2. The apps will not work.
I guess now I have a large paperweight. What a waste of money.
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Along these same lines, my GTab running TNT Lite 4.25 still shows the Market, although not all apps any more, and it won't update what I have.
Can I get it to run the new Play Store (or whatever Google calls it)?