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[T-Mobile Sidekick 4G] twilightvanquisher:
nothing says that its gonna be on all devices. 2.4 will be on new phones that launch with it, probably some of the older high end phones that are already running 2.3 like the nexus s 4g, this probably wont even include devices just getting 2.3 now like the g2 mt4g and g2x. we always get promises of OS updates on older phones but it doesnt always happen. further more if you have a sidekick it doesnt run stock android and therefor its harder to make an updated OS, 2.4 would have to launch then samsung would have to intigrate it with the sidekicks moded android platform.

however crying because you cant use an new app on your older and less powerful device is dumb. phones are always gonna update as new ones come out, new is usually better. so new apps arent always gonna work on our old devices, if everything worked we'd never have a reason to upgrade. if you want netflix and the workaround methods arent working for you, go buy a phone it works on or stop crying about how flawed android is. android is already so much more custom and usuable than iOS, and if you dont agree go buy a ****ing iphone and shut up.
[T-Mobile Sidekick 4G] bburke88:
Umm.. how's the sidekick 4g a "old device"? Netflix was just released for android and isn't currently supporting any but a small handful of devices. Go do some research before you look like an ass.
[T-Mobile Sidekick 4G] vicmora5:
So with all the development picking up, has anyone gotten Netflix to be successfully working on their device?
[T-Mobile Sidekick 4G] ncmacasl:
I have tried all the "page 202" versions on my Samsung Sidekick 4G, none of them work (though I LOVE the landscape mode!) they all crash after I log in.

the version that works the "best" so far on this device is "netflix-mod-2.apk"

Not sure where I originally got this from (possibly from XDA as well)

I have it on my sugarsync (like dropbox) file here:

https://www.sugarsync.com/pf/D6645106_95_895623624

It prompts for an upgrade (I select "Cancel"):

It goes to the netflix interface (portrait mode only):

When I select a title, it goes into landscape mode to load the video:

Then it gives me the error message that it cannot communicate with the Netflix servers:

I am using a NON-Rooted Sidekick 4G

Any suggestions to get this app or any of the others working on this phone? It is 480x800 res so HiDef is not needed (but landscape would be wonderful).
[T-Mobile Sidekick 4G] ncmacasl:
This was posted in the main Netflix App Thread

It works just like above, only without the "Upgrade App" prompts.

Even though you can't actually PLAY titles, it will be helpful in updating your Queue -- soon it will be the ONLY way to update your queue on your android app other than the browser: http://www.hackingnetflix.com/2011/06/netflix-removing-dvd-related-features-from-netflix-open-api.html
[T-Mobile Sidekick 4G] Reviewers:
The default regular Netflix APK should work fine on our phone , I did for me .
[T-Mobile Sidekick 4G] ncmacasl:
... But only after you Rooted.
[T-Mobile Sidekick 4G] KillJarrod:
It doesn't work even if rooted. I tried all the apks to no success. :(
[T-Mobile Sidekick 4G] ncmacasl:
Newest version WORKS!!! get the mod version (allows rotation Portrait and landscape for selection and viewing)

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=15842277#post15842277

Netflix-Rotation-Black-V1.3.apk

Netflix-Rotation-Blue-V1.3.apk

Netflix-Rotation-Green-V1.3.apk

Netflix-Rotation-Orange-V1.3.apk

Netflix-Rotation-Pink-V1.3.apk

Netflix-Rotation-Red-V1.3.apk

(select the color to chage the splash screen color)

Warning - first time loading it takes a LONG time to load up. be patient. Reboot phone if needed. But it DOES work (and this is BEFORE the new Firmware update on a NON-ROOTED Sidekick 4G)
[Atrix 4G Themes and Apps] delta530:
What is the best email client for our phones? I didn't mind the stock Gmail app, but lack of pinch-to-zoom made it hard to view some emails quickly. Then I tried K-9 which was good, but i found that it required to many clicks to switch between accounts (Unified inbox doesn't count). So what's the best email app that can pinch-to-zoom and have quick access between accounts?
[Atrix 4G Themes and Apps] zach.xtr:
I think you already found it with k-9... I have yet to find better
[Atrix 4G Themes and Apps] Swiftks:
Enhanced Email is the bee's knees :p
[Atrix 4G Themes and Apps] PAulyhoffman:
Enhanced Email +1,000,000
[G Tablet Accessories] Die Fledermaus:
I just received my globalsat bt-359 and so far the results are looking good. The device paired with the viewsonic gtab without issue. I have used BlueGPS with it and had no issues. The google navigation app worked very well with the combination. Maps also worked as you would expect it should.

The BT-359 comes with a car and wall adapter to charge the device. The charge cable is USB to mini USB. One item of note is the GPS has some heft to it. I did not think it would weigh what it does. Also the range from the GPS is about what you would expect for a good bluetooth device.

I will update my findings as I use the device more.
[G Tablet Accessories] thommi7:
Thanks for letting us know!
[G Tablet Accessories] skotter:
Awesome, I'd like to get one of these.
[G Tablet Accessories] trscons:
Interesting. Is your gTablet stock? And are you using a third-party Bluetooth app? Google Earth? Tnx.

Tom
[G Tablet Accessories] rayhova:
Ill second that.. I've had mine for about a month. Running vegantab 5.1.1 and use bluetooth GPS. I have a Verizon portable 4g hotspot (that I bought primarily for my GTab ). Google maps is flawless while I'm driving. Battery life is very good. I only drive 45 min each way, but I can go a few weeks before I need to charge.

I have a GPS mount/sticky pad, and I keep my globalsat right there. Doesn't move at all.
[G Tablet Accessories] Scottreds2k:
No trouble pairing, won't connect

Any tips to get it to connect? When I select the device to connect, it says it will be unpaired, with no other options. Not sure where to go from here.

Any ideas?

Scott
[G Tablet Accessories] rayhova:
Ok I'm doing this from memory..

It only can pair (scan for available devices in Bluetooth settings)

pair it

Go to your Bluetooth GPS app (I use Bluetooth GPS)

In settings you should be able to set your default device, it will only display devices paired to you GTab.

Select the gsat.

Then start the GPS program

Hope that helps
[G Tablet Accessories] trscons:
I'm a bit leery of buying the unit and it not connecting to the tablet. Maybe I can find the BT-359C at a retailer around here...

Or if I could find an Android app to directly read the output of a Garmin GPS-62s which I already have... hmmm.
[G Tablet Accessories] freedom357:
I use tom tom mk2, works well with bluetooth gps app, and wireless tether app from your phone, vegan gb 7 only works with google maps 5.0, no later,but still awesome with 5.0, you can also use the gtab with your cell, an app called sharegps, if you try to use google maps 5.4 it will only work for the maps not the navigation
[G Tablet Accessories] EdKinsel:
BT-359

I've had one of these units for about a month and a half. It didn't come with a charger, but I've had no problems with the unit charging over USB.

I use BlueGPS to connect it under Vegan 5.11. I'm running BackCountry Navigator and Copilot for road navigation.

Ed Kinsel
[G Tablet Accessories] Die Fledermaus:
Update

So just about three weeks in with the Globalsat bluetooth GPS and one long trip under my belt. All is well with the device, my Tab running the Vegan Rom and bluetooth GPS has worked very well. I do need to find an in car stand for my tablet but that will be another review.

Google navigator and maps works very well with the combination of software and hardware. There seems to be no significant lag with the GPS so you show up where you actually are.
[G Tablet Accessories] rayhova:
Check buy.com for ipad car mounts. I got one for $11. Can't remember the company sorry. If you cant find it I'll look it up for you.

I used my tablet to get to VA beach from Baltimore .. Google maps worked like a charm. Traffic was on point and accurate.
[General Questions and Answers] :
I did a factory reset on my Samsung Moment (stock DJ07), but now Android Market is not updating to version 2.3.6. I've searched the forums and downloaded every APK with version 2.3.6. I've tried, unsuccessfully, to install the files using ASTRO, which I know works because

I was able to install 2.3.4.

I'd like to ask anybody who has an untouched, signed, stock version of the 2.3.6 Android Market that will work with 2.1 (Eclair) to please provide me with a link to download it. I'm not interested in rooting this phone.

Thanks in advance.
[General Questions and Answers] ld006:
you won't be able to do much without rooting, and it might also be that because you are on eclair that might be the latest version available to you
[General Questions and Answers] :
A stock phone can install programs from unknown sources if the option is enabled. Since that's all I want to do, I don't need to root.

I've heard of people with HTC Heros getting the 2.3.6 update, but I don't know why the versions floating around won't work on my phone.
[General Questions and Answers] CaptainPointless:
What we're trying to tell you is that having the phone rooted makes it that much easier to troubleshoot problems like the one you're experiencing. For example, if I'm purposely replacing my market apk with a different one, I usually uninstall, and then push the new version to the system folder using ADB. Astro only SOMETIMES works when installing apk's, even with unknown sources checked.
[General Questions and Answers] :
ASTRO installed version 2.3.4 without problems, as well as version 2.2.7 when it came out.

I wasn't aware that rooting my phone was necessary to get help here. Thanks anyway.
[General Questions and Answers] baine1805:
whoa

no-one is trying to be rude to you or imply that to get help you HAVe to have a rooted device, we are just trying to help in saying that having it rooted helps, and thus provide a method for which you could take care of the problem. no need to get hostile, just trying to be helpful.
[Droid X General] tetrismonkey:
hey i need help after trying to update a friends phone to 2.3.3 android

i stared with stock 2.2 then i rooted the phone next i installed droid 2 bootstrap i then down loaded the 3 parts for 2.3 update i ran number 1 then by rebooted the phone before running part2 and 3 please help here is the link to the steps i fallowed

http://www.droid-life.com/2011/04/14/new-droidx-gingerbread-4-5-588-rooted/
[Droid X General] owenbeals:
Try this to get back to stock

http://droidmodderx.wordpress.com/how-to-sbf-your-droid-x-full-2-3-340/
[Droid X General] tetrismonkey:


Worked great thank you
[Droid X General] skennelly:
Here the files you'll need:

http://1kds.net/SBF-Page.php

Sent from my DROIDX
[Off-topic] silverxbv2:
How young us too young to have a phone? My son will be 9 soon, but half if his 3rd grade class have phones. I'm looking for opinions. Thanks.
[Off-topic] Skellyyy:
I'd say about 11-12. What are they even gonna use a phone for when they're 9? :eek:
[Off-topic] dexter93:
I may be not a parent , but if I were, the limit would be 14-15 years old...

If younger they can really easily get addicted...
[Off-topic] PERSIMMONS:
I'm not a parent, but my mom didn't get me one until I was 15 since I started working. A few years ago before my mom decided to get me a phone, I always shared the phone with her instead whenever I was out with friends. I'm 19 now.
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9 is way too young. Unless it's a necessity I'd say 12-13. Although I'm not a parent, I got mine at 14 and my stepsister got hers at 11, she's glued to it night and day. If you want a relationship with your child I'd advise against such a young age. :D

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[Off-topic] VeryCoolAlan:
My first was a blackberry pearl at age 12 my sister got the same one at age 10 : she is really addicted to the internet.

So yea 9 is way too you id say 13 -15
[Off-topic] BeerChameleon:
16 is when I got mine cause that's when they need to have one were as they can drive! !
[Off-topic] SteveG12543:
I got mine at 14 I believe. I would advise somewhere around 14-16.

I'm not a parent, btw.

Sent from my Droid Incredible running CM7.0.3.
[Off-topic] silverxbv2:
I'm thinking that 9 us a little too young also. Maybe it's our neighborhood our something, but all these little elementary school kids are rolling with iphones, ipod touch, droids. It's crazy. I was just gonna reactivate my wifes old env2 for him.
[Off-topic] cordell507:
I got an iphone when I was 11 and now I'm like my towns smartphone expert i've gone through 5 phones which I have bought all of them and I'm only 13
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^ This is what you don't want to happen. No offense to you good sir ;):p

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[Off-topic] seedofchaos:
I have mixed opinions. I think you should buy him or her the prepaid ten dollar phones like trackphone or something a's let the child grow some responsibility off that.be very sure you explain that its only for emergencys then if hes good when hes 13 or 14 get him a decent phone. Idk maybe im old fashion (oh crud im 21)
[Off-topic] cordell507:
Why not?
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I'm 17 and completely agree.

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[Off-topic] :
Your knowledge is a good thing but most children at 13 don't have the want to know about things like that, let alone 11.

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[Off-topic] SteveG12543:
Ahh. I like that, good idea.

Sent from my Droid Incredible running CM7.0.3.
[Off-topic] cordell507:
And most 13 year olds don't have a 132 IQ, skipped 2 grades and already has a good scholarship to rice university
[Off-topic] :
Exactly! Which is why we don't give them cellphones at the age of 11, because they aren't as bright as you are.

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[Off-topic] seedofchaos:
If I had a phone at 13 especially this day and age where it consumes your life (im on a vibrant so im always messin with it even in college) I dont think I would have graduated and I would have discovered porn alot faster :o plus dont teachers take away phones anymore these days? I remember getting my sidekick ii at the time confiscated every week or so

I use swype so expect bad grammar and errors :D
[Off-topic] user7618:
My kids will get one when they have a job and can pay for it themselves. I am only required to provide food, clothing, shelter, and love. I'll gladly add a line to my contract, but they will pay for it. Unless there is a snazzy new device and my upgrade is a few months off. Then I'll buy the phone and they get my old one. :)

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Sent from my CDMA Hero. I got some hot Ginger-on-Hero action here!
[Off-topic] kijp15:
Well its really good for emergency calls. So I would say its good for a 9yr old to have a phone with them. My opinion though, but obiviously its up to you to decide, so I'm in no position to say nothing more.

Edit: If they go over the limit on bills, than I'd suggest pre-paid phones.
[Off-topic] registr5:
My daughter had an simple phone since 7-year-old... when she started to study at primary school.
[Off-topic] g0ldt00thgr1n:
I had a really crappy Kyocera when I was 8 for my first phone. All I did on it was call and hang up on the only people I knew with a phone. Being mom and dad.

And when I wasn't annoying people, I was playing classic snake.

But seeing how phones are now, and how my 10 year old brother has a Droid Incredible, it may be different. If they know their limitations and how to take care of it, 9/10 years old would be fine by me.

They would just have to know their responsibilities. Just my opinion.
[Off-topic] ClementNg23:
lol i got mine at like 9 or something...

it was a nokia tho, cant do much with it unlike the ones we have now so it aint that easy to get addicted...

good old days :)
[Off-topic] idavid_:
I got mine when I was 7 or 8. Waaaay too early. I didn't even use it. Well, some years later, I got my second phone, and I actually used it (mostly for games). So I world say, don't buy him/her a phone yet.

This post changes everything. Again.
[Off-topic] Skellyyy:
*sniff sniff* and my dad's a billionaire and he was Osama Bin Laden's best friend and he attended his funeral... oh wait. :rolleyes:
[Off-topic] :
You smelled the BS too? Haha

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[Off-topic] husam666:
smells terrible :eek:
[Off-topic] silverxbv2:
I don't want too brag, but I AM AWESOMER THAN YOU.
[Off-topic] husam666:
News Flash...

My IQ is 138

so

me > you

:p
[Off-topic] PartTimeLegend:
Depends on the child. I mean I'm a sucker for children, if I was asked for something then they would have it.

I was about 13 when I got my first phone, though I don't think many people had them back then.

I think nine is a little early, but if they're out with friends would you not want to know they're safe?

Personally I'd get them a blackberry and put it on bes, to control their access.
[Off-topic] Babydollll:
I completely agree with this statement. It gives them access to a phone for emergencies or when plans change on the fly yet, eases them into "the world of tech";)

I also am not a parent....
[Off-topic] sakai4eva:
In case the OP is still interested:

1. Socially, he would need the phone to blend in.

2. Practically, if your nine year old kid needs a phone to communicate with a parent, you need to relook you priorities a little. I understand that you might no be able to afford the time to take care of your kids, but just think for a second about your kid's future.

So, for me, I'd never give my kid a phone until s/he starts driving (17-18 years), but that is my opinion (which is bound to change).
[Off-topic] mexxmann:
Oh man, my children are 1 yrs old. I wonder what the answer to this question will be in 10 more yrs... yikes.
[Off-topic] mexxmann:
Also, I got boys. I think girls tend to cause more stress on parents in this regard.
[Off-topic] Mr. Galaxy:
If you feel like your child needs a phone, get him one. Don't get him because everyone else has one.
[Off-topic] kijp15:
100% agree on this.

Well said.
[Off-topic] fleurdelisxliv:
lol my little boy is one also and he had a droid x until his mom washed it. it was a phone i got in a trade with a bad esn so he loved it for youtube :eek:
[Off-topic] eowyn:
My 19 months old daughter is addicted to her mom's iphone, so i bought her an ipod touch. she mainly uses it for watching kids videos over at you tube. :D
[Off-topic] Dirk:
God forbid i ever have children, but if the worst were to happen they can have a phone when they buy one for themselves. Otherwise they get change for a pay-phone, in case of emergencies when they are out.
[Off-topic] fleurdelisxliv:
dang yall have pay phones i havent seen one in years lol!
[Off-topic] g0ldt00thgr1n:
Me either.

Although I did see a big blue booth down town with sirens and lights on it. Quite an oddity. When I walked up and looked at it, it had a big red button. It said "Press if in danger".

If i ever get mugged or raped downtown, I will try and make my way to that booth during the epidemic.

Any ways. Proceed to being on topic in off topic. :)
[Off-topic] sakai4eva:
1. I'm getting raped. The rapist probably had me down, and liberally applying lube. I couldn't get to the damn button anyway.

2. Quite sure it's a T.A.R.D.I.S.

Snet from me HTC Dserie using lé XDA app. Excuse typoz.
[Off-topic] g0ldt00thgr1n:
Lol I know, that's what I'm saying...BTW, what's a T.A.R.D.I.S.?

Lmao.
[Off-topic] SteveG12543:
Anyone who thinks they can run to that box while getting raped is what a tard is lol.

Sent from my Droid Incredible running CM7.0.3.
[Off-topic] g0ldt00thgr1n:
HahahahahahagagagagagGVVagavsd
[Off-topic] g0ldt00thgr1n:
Wait....are we referring to a time machine?
[Off-topic] sakai4eva:
Your (written) description of the blue box made me think of TARDIS, of Dr. Who fame.
[Off-topic] g0ldt00thgr1n:
That's what I thought. Lol.
[Off-topic] kylec:
My little brother is 10 and he has a phone, just a cheap one that we use to call him if we are late to pick him up from school. Its useful in that sense. Plus its just good for extra safety
[Off-topic] cds0699:
I agree with the posters that are saying it depends on the child. I mean as a parent, you most likely know what all your son/daughter can and cannot handle. So if you think the child has matured enough to be able to responsibly handle it, then ya go for it. If the child isn't quite there yet in your opinion as a parent, then def say no. Its one of those judgment calls parents have to make, and it varies from child to child, there's no simple "default age".... and of course both parents should discuss it and decide together and back up the other parent, obviously.
[Off-topic] magnamagna:
I say it depends on how often the child is away from you (mates house, after-school activity, etc.).

The more they are gone the greater the reason for them to have one. Beyond that, a phone is a must for when they get a car.
[Off-topic] mangohorse:
At 8 and 9 I got my boys FireFly phones, they were great cuz they had no keypad and they could only call who I allowed them too. Theyve been progressing to better phones ever since. And at 20-30,000 txts a month, Im glad Ive got unlimited texting for them!
[G Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jacobbones:
So my viewsonic gtablet arrived today and I am charging it now and plan to flash it to a new rom in a litte while. Im thinking Ill try vegan 5.1.1 as ginger edition seems to have problems with video from what I saw.

My question is if I should have the micro SD card when I do? I read about folders on card needing a "nomedia" file on them. Are these put on during the flash?

I ordered a 16gb but it hasn't arrived yet and only have a 4gb on lying around now. Just not sure if it even matters but thought id ask.

Thanks
[G Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Djapatos:
no need to

No you dont need the micro sd card. After downloading the ROM, just move it to the internal Sd card. Follow this guide if you not sure of anything http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=865245

Just one more thing... video playback is fine except high qualities on youtube... besides that VeganGinger is way better than 5.1, so i would suggest it instead;)

and if you go with my advice, you might have to Nvflash before flashing veganginger
[G Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jacobbones:
Im still new so forgive me.

I checked and the tab has version 1.1 3389

If I go with the ginger does it need to be a later firmware? not sure about nvflash usage
[G Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jacobbones:
Ok I see, reading the ginger bread nv flash to repartition
[G Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Djapatos:
here is why to nvflash

the reason to nvflash is cause you coming from a 2.2 rom to 2.3 rom. You wouldnt need to nvflash if you were just moving from any other 2.2 roms. Got it?

After that you wont need to nvflash anymore. Just follow the nvflash thread. You should be able to do it. Ask questions if you dont understand some things;)
[G Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jacobbones:
just installed vegan 5.1.1 and did market fixes and all good.

Now trying to figure out why sd card isnt being seen
[Galaxy 3 General] vimalaug07:
Guys i recently flashed the Almost Acidic Lestatious 2.0 BUILD 1.9 ROM. Its pretty good. But when i use earphone for default video player. The audio is very low. But in real player its good. Does anyone else have the same problem. I had this problem with the original eclairs software.
[Galaxy 3 General] jonathantng:
The original video player is softer than most 3rd party video app , what you experience is not a glitch cause i too experience this :)
[Galaxy 3 General] Kaleptik:
That's just google not upping their volume.

Sent from my Alpha 18 1.2 GHz ACID Lestatious 2.0 BUILD 1.9 Galaxy 3 FROYO
[Galaxy 3 General] vimalaug07:
But the audio was good in Apocalypse and Indroid honeycomb 3.0. How is that.
[Galaxy 3 General] jihaa:
Audio can be buggy for Froyo ROMs on SG3... None is based on official release. This differs for each asset.
[Galaxy 3 General] vimalaug07:
Well k thanks....
[Galaxy 3 General] Kaleptik:
Depends on the kernel as well.

Sent from my Alpha 18 1.2 GHz ACID Lestatious 2.0 BUILD 1.9 Galaxy 3 FROYO