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[EVO 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] life:
why is it that sense 3.0 apk's like weather and lockscreen work perfect on sense 2.1 but not on roms with sense 3.0?? thats just baffles me....
[Optimus One, P500, V General] lonerguy:
I am using mik_OS 6.5.2 and have flashed GAPPS.zip successfully.

The weird thing is that the Android Market is not showing up in the Menu, although it is Shown as Installed in Settings --> Applications.

Also, the Vending.apk is present in system/app.

I don't have GPRS conection and have not configured Google Account. Still, why isn't the Market showing up in Menu???

Anybody having similar problems?
[Optimus One, P500, V General] ViTAMiNCHEG:
Android Market will show up once you add your gmail account under "Accounts & sync"
[HTC Sensation] NICEGYPT:
I am looking for a Skype support video. I done some research and I installed the leaked one for the thunder and don't let me to install. Any solution?
[HTC Sensation] STANNY08:
Is there any news on this? I am due an upgrade, and would really like the Sensation, but i need Skype video calling to work!
[HTC Sensation] NICEGYPT:
:D I thought you answered my question JK. I really get tired of looking. Nothing work at all nothing support video chat or nothing every chat I downloaded just normal chat. Hopefully someone get with an a solution. From what I read online 2.3 does not support any video chat at this time. But there is some program you can use for video calling not chat like Tango. The thing I am really wishing is Android to have video calling by default like Nokia which when you call a number it asks you voice calling or video calling. Android is great but need a lot of work. At this point iPhone is so much better more than any Android phone out there. I really start to hate Android in general there is no support at all, Nothing growing. Everything is fixing bugs Ubuntu it's great but never complete like Windows or Mac OS. But we don't have any choice for right now just wait and maybe the companies will support and upgrade their apps.
[HTC Sensation] Mo_Nexus:
I believe you need android 2.3.4 for video to work on skype and gtalk
[HTC Sensation] kpjimmy:
Skype just updated it's app in the market to add vid support for "some" phones, but the sensation is not on the list yet. Anyone try out the new update?
[HTC Sensation] luke666s:
hmmm seems skype video isnt working on sensation... :(

but on sgs pages of xda-dev someone patched video support in for sgs and sgs2...

maybe some dev can check out if this is possible for sensation too...

cheers...
[HTC Sensation] NICEGYPT:
try this one. It works like charm on my sensation. Enjoy :D

Skype Patched
[HTC Sensation] LuckeeLou:
I just installed that version (from the post above) on my Sensation as well.

It works perfectly...
[HTC Sensation] luke666s:
cool... that is the app i was talking about..

but shame on me.. havnt read that its also for other devices... ;)

u're right.. it also works like charm on my sensation...
[HTC Sensation] kpjimmy:
Looks like it works, but the cam only shows in landscape? Hey Im not complaining it friggin works lol....
[EVO 4G General] ckoadiyn:
So i noticed today that my phone detects where i am and will turn on wifi and connect to a saved network once i am within range im on mik g 1.03 and thought that it was cool and interesting at least.
[EVO 4G General] HipKat:
Uhh, mine has always done that, on every ROM.
[EVO 4G General] sand1303:
Yes, it isn't turning ur WiFi is on its already on and always scanning. It only shows the WiFi symbol when Ur connected. Check Ur connections next time u aren't around an active WiFi and it will be checked on even though Ur symbol isn't on taskbar. I think WiFi is part of the gingerbread setup now so first use it is automatically turned on till u physically turn it off.

But thanks for sharing!
[Eee Pad Transformer General] ayman07:
I have seen a few questions on this forum asking if they should get the TF or wait for something like the new Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1. Well, I made a video comparing the two tablets. Hopefully this will help people make a better informed decision. Check it out and let me know what you think. For those undecided, which are you going to get?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k2F9yxpQZ40

http://asustransform.com/2011/06/09/video-asus-eeepad-transformer-vs-samsung-galaxy-tab-10-1-fight/

Sent from the Asus Transformer
[Eee Pad Transformer General] h00ligan:
Good job!

I thought we couldn't over clock the transformer yet on 3.1 though, because the source wasn't available?
[Eee Pad Transformer General] botzl:
I think the image quality is much better on GT.
[Eee Pad Transformer General] brie987:
Again fantastic comparison. This is the comment I left on Youtube:

Thank you so much for this comparison, really help but still dont﻿ know which. Just going to wait to play with both in store before making up my mind. Would love the build and form of Galaxy with the abilities of the Transformer. Ahhhhh perfect world. Thanks again. :)
[Eee Pad Transformer General] rcjpth:
In the end, it's still HoneyComb - what you get is a different hardward, style design superior to Ipad2, thinner, sleeker, lighter than any tablet in the market now...but the same price Ipad2 :)

Anyway, I almost pulled the trigger and but...wondering what I'm doing here, first Gtablet, sold it for losing $100 (to use for 2 months), now TF,,,I'm very pleased with TF and with GalaxyTab 10.1,,,what will I get? probably little different CPU, graphic, and weight, form design...TF serves me well for what I need to do while in my couch or on my bed! :)

I passed!

good luck everyone!
[Eee Pad Transformer General] combat goofwing:
As a tablet there's not much between them,its the dock and the extra functionality you get with that ,which makes the TF stand out from any other android tablet,long form writting, extra storage,extra battery and use of usb devices are great but being able to charge my mobile from the dock wins it hands down for me

DESIRE HD using leedroid. ASUS TRANSFORMER using prime
[Eee Pad Transformer General] 4dthinker:
If you want the #2 iPad on the market the Galaxy is your best bet. If you want the best Android tablet on the market then the Tranformer is it. Why? Android is about an alternative to iOS for those who want more functionality from their tablets. Looks like Samsung shot right at the iPad2 on specs, and aimed just slightly higher but not too far. Slightly thinner. Slightly larger battery. 3mp camera? Sounds like a spec picked just so in 6 months they can come out with a new model carrying a 5mp camera, then 6 months later an 8mp camera.
[Eee Pad Transformer General] king_dani:
what is up with ASUS screen? it is supposed to be IPS superior to any other? I think they did something similar with color profiles on AMOLED screens to Tab too. as reviewer mentions, colors look more saturated. do you think ASUS would step up the competition, and change it in future updates to match color profiles of Samsung?
[Eee Pad Transformer General] glgehman:
Who is to say that Samsung's saturated colors are "better?" Ideal would be an end-user control like the one you get on your TeeVee set, but generally, you want your display to represent some kind of baseline reality. Samsung picks a more vivid one. I guess it's up to the consumer to choose.

glg
[Eee Pad Transformer General] jerrykur:
I hope not the Samsung is oversaturated. It is unnatural. Try displaying a persons picture on the screen
[Eee Pad Transformer General] Shawn_230:
Well, apparently the 10.1 Galaxy Tab is using new SuperPLS screens which is a step above the IPS panels.

Although, until three days ago this was completely unknown to me as well. Nobody seems to be excited by this screen, Samsung isn't even making a big deal out of it. I don't get it, the SuperAMOLED screens on the Galaxy S phones of last year were such a big part of the phone's marketing, but nobody mentions the Tab's screen.

But I agree with others, if SuperPLS is as saturated as Sammie's SuperAMOLED panels then I'm not sure I'd want one. The Galaxy S phones look amazing when your first pick them up but I actually dislike the overly saturated colours, it seems unnatural and hurts my eyes almost.
[Eee Pad Transformer General] ayman07:
sometimes the over saturation is a good thing. but i guess it just depends on the consumer as someone stated. i remember that on the nexus a dev was able to build an app that adjusted the colors of the screen. maybe if there was something like that for the TF then we could tweak it a little. overall im pleased with the screen, you only see a difference when you put it right next to the galaxy tab. but on its own, it looks great.
[Eee Pad Transformer General] e.mote:
Thanks for the compare, although I think to be relevant to most here, the Samsung needs to be updated to 3.1, as that's on the retail product. An updated compare would be helpful.

Also on many people's mind is the Tegra 2's lackluster performance on high profile 720p MKVs. Samsung has traditionally had strong multimedia support, as to wit its 5" PMPs as well as the 7" GalTab. I'm curious if Samsung has added native support for MKV for the native player, or is it still limited to only MP4 support. Again, a compare with a retail 3.1 version would be appreciated.
[Eee Pad Transformer General] stcardinal:
Meh the screen isn't that big of a deal. The only thing the Tab has going for itself is its size. But I need a MicroSD so I went with the TF.
[Eee Pad Transformer General] GeminiRx:
Nice comparison
[Eee Pad Transformer General] dazz87:
I hope Asus never gives us the Vivid mode on the 10.1. I prefer the colors on the TF. Its like the TVs at Best Buys where all are in Vivid mode aka cartoon mode.....Nasty
[Eee Pad Transformer General] ericc191:
I think the screen on the Transformer looks pretty washed out. At least next to the 10.1. I will be returning my TF for it. The TF is an awesome tablet but I like the idea of a lighter and thinner tablet. Will I miss the SD card slot? Actually, no. I took my 16GB out of the TF a couple days ago for some reason and have yet to need it. The remote desktop client has been more than helpful for when I want to watch a movie or netflix.

A few other reasons for me choosing the 10.1 are the fact that I can purchase an adapter today to use for microSD, HDMI, and USB. The USB adapter is most important as I already have a beautiful Acer Timeline 13.3 laptop. With the TF, I couldn't get a USB port without turning it into a laptop. One other reason off the top of my head is the fact that I will be able to USB charge it from my computer while I use it. This was a big let down for me when using the TF.

It may sound like I'm bashing the TF pretty hard right now, but I really do like it and for the price, it still can't be beat.
[Eee Pad Transformer General] checkbox111:
The thing about the GT is it's just another Android tablet, minus sd card slot, minus USB ports, minus full keyboard functionality.

The only plus it had is added saturation, but that's like adding saturation to a good photo just because you want to change it, not because it needs it.

All this and minus $100/£100 in you wallet.

I don't know why people would even consider one over a Transformer :confused:
[Eee Pad Transformer General] Shawn_230:
Is that really a fair comparison?

The Transformer doesn't have a full SD slot or keyboard unless you pay an additional $150 for the dock, which will transform your Transformer into a thicker, heavier and decidedly un-tablet like device.

People need to dial down their fanboy tendencies up in here, seriously.
[Eee Pad Transformer General] digitheatre:
it's fair comparison and that's why the name is Transformer, but ppl are given choice not to unleash the 'beast' :)
[Eee Pad Transformer General] grainysand:
The TF has HDMI out and microsdcard slot on the tablet itself; the Galaxy 10.1 has neither. So, yeah.
[Eee Pad Transformer General] Underwater Mike:
Great review

Great review, although you might consider using an angled light source with a diffuser -- you can make a light box easily -- to cut the glare on the screens.

I actually prefer the saturation on the Samsung. Does anyone know if there's an app or widget to allow adjustment of screen properties like color temp and saturation on the TF? I searched the forum but haven't found anything.
[Eee Pad Transformer General] AznDrgn:
Samsung is also releasing a keyboard dock for it's GT 10.1 I believe. They show a photo of it in one of Tiger Directs daily advertisements and you can preorder the bundle at a cheaper price. It's white!

Not sure if this is true, but I doubt Tiger Direct would be B.S.ing this to all it's customers. If someone could confirm this it would be great!
[Eee Pad Transformer General] akarol:
Nice effort but it really is useless to compare both tablets' software when they are different. Would be nice to have a new video out when it the GT gets 3.1.
[Eee Pad Transformer General] brachiopod:
Samsung has been fighting with the saturation problem with their cameras for years. The sales department thinks that "Disney" colors sells cameras, and then when the cameras are released with the horribly oversaturated colors they are universally panned. They really like bright Reds. Each generation gets a little better, but the colors are still over the top, representing the internal struggle in the company. They feel that their target is the casual consumer that just takes a quick look and "oh wow, the colors, I'm buying!", as opposed to someone that is going to actually use the camera or computer for a period of time. Sounds like the sales department has been at the screen on the 10 inch Tab now.
[Eee Pad Transformer General] pdappcgeek:
Where have you been? Head on over to the developent threads
[Eee Pad Transformer General] SonicTab:
If you can skip them both wait for the tegra 3 tablets.

A 11.6 AO722 for $299 or less gives a better experience?
[Eee Pad Transformer General] ThaiM:
Yeah the only real comparison for the Galaxy Tab would be the (lol) iPad. You can't compare limited devices with an Asus TF.
[Eee Pad Transformer General] madpoet:
I am absolutely loving my TF. Yes, it feels a little cheap. But combined with the dock it is a fully functional device for both work and play. My ipad has collected dust for a week now and i dont miss it.
[Eee Pad Transformer General] dbpaddler:
You do know Asus has adaptors for the docking port for usb as well... Just don't think it has been released yet. It has been shown though along with other accessories.

And whoever mentioned about the keyboard dock for the GT...it's not an integrated solution. It's just a somewhat generic add on it docks with. It's not laptop like so carrying it around isn't as easy. No extra battery. What additional functionality does it bring, considering it uses the dock connector and there isn't anything on the tablet? From the pics it didn't seem like it brought much to the table, but I haven't delved deeper into it.

So it's not fanboyism, it's people who want more of a laptop experience as well as a tablet experience that is only really offered in subpar form by the likes of BT keyboard cases, and they have their own drawbacks. So for someone like me who wanted to ditch his x120e and only carry one device on a daily basis, the TF offers the best experience at the moment. Will definitely be checking out the Lenovo options, but I'm fairly happy and would most likely not even consider Lenovo if tegra 2 is the option. I won't even buy a tegra 2 phone at this point. Just not enough of a noticeable performance boost over my 1ghz hummingbird.

On the negative side though, I'm tired of the microSD thing already. Outside of my phone, all of my other devices are full size Hd. The TF is not hurting for space. There is zero reason to limit the tablet with microSD and reserve the full size for the dock. Such a waste I can't use the tablet to check out pics from my good cameras unless I drag around the dock. The category is "tablet" not "gigantic phone".
[Eee Pad Transformer General] h00ligan:
I keep reading about limited devices. What are the major limitations android works around?
[Eee Pad Transformer General] ericc191:
Yeah, I do know about a blog post showing them off. They won't become available for quite some time, though. As opposed to the 10.1 which I already ordered my USB adapter and HDMI adapter. Win/win. I think the colors on the TF are more washed out than the 10.1 being over saturated. Not a single review has marked it as a con when that's usually one of the first things brought up in SAMOLED device reviews.
[Eee Pad Transformer General] dbpaddler:
well there you go. All that matters is that you're happy with your purchase. With the TF, the infatuation is with the integration of the keyboard dock. Second would be the price point. If those two aren't on the top of your criteria list, it's only natural to be drawn to another tab.

Compared to my Nook Color and my buddies' (multiple) ipads, washed out isn't something I'd call the TF's screen. I also own an Epic, and could really care less what people think of Samsung's colors. But again, the GT's screen isn't SAMOLED so I don't see the comparison to that tech in the first place. Now the Evo's screen is what I would call washed out if we wanted a comparison.
[Eee Pad Transformer General] h00ligan:
Text and white balance is better with my tf than iPad 2 but the screen has more issues.
[Eee Pad Transformer General] ericc191:
What I mean by the comparison is that most tech review sites are quick to point out when Samsung's device displays are over saturated. As for the TF being washed out, I am wrong. I just compared it to my G2 and the G2 definitely looks washed out next to it.

I'm not trying to knock the TF at all. It's a killer tablet at a killer price. I'm just more interested in a display without any light bleed and like the idea of a lighter and thinner tablet.
[Eee Pad Transformer General] checkbox111:
So first you went out and spent more money on you GT than a Transformer, then you spend even more on adatpers to allow your GT to do the things that a Transformer does 'as standard' :confused:

So if you walked into a car showroom and saw two BMW's, one fully kitted out and the other a basic spec model, you would buy the more expensive basic model and then go down an accessory shop and spend even more on satnav and aircon :rolleyes:

Sorry but i just don't get it :confused:
[Eee Pad Transformer General] songmeesay:
Sorry but that's a horrible analogy. Who is anyone to bash people's choices here? Yes, the Transformer is hands down the best value out of all android tablets. To some it's perfect, but perhaps some others are looking into more portability with a sleeker look. There's nothing anyone needs to "get" or understand in people's buying choices because it's their money. If they want thin and chic and are willing to spend the money on the looks and a bit extra for functionality then that's their choice. No need to roll eyes. Everything in this thread is subjective.
[Eee Pad Transformer General] dbpaddler:
So you don't get that the TF doesn't do it 'as standard'. It only does usb if you have the dock. And I'd much rather carry just the tablet and a small adapter than an extra pound and a half in a dock just to have USB access. How do you not get that?
[Eee Pad Transformer General] starplaya93:
Whoooooo gives a sht! Instead of constantly bickering at each other like 5 years old, be grateful that android gives us options. Unfortunately others aren't as lucky as us, so stop *****ing and crying just because people have different perspectives than you on a tablet.

One thing we can all agree on is that the tf and 10.1 are both great android tablets. There's nothing significantly better in either of them, they just cater to different people.
[Eee Pad Transformer General] dbpaddler:
Who's bickering? It's called educating. I own the TF and dock but see value in someone wanting a thinner, lighter tablet with just a small adapter for USB if they don't really find value in having an integrated keyboard dock. The other guy didn't get it, so what's wrong with a little explanation in a comparison thread between the two devices? If you don't like it, don't hop into a comparison thread. Or do you hop into evo vs epic type threads and say the same crap there too?

If someone has to put out $550 (give or take) to get one of the tablets with USB out (at the moment), isn't it a weighing of options? Do I need the keyboard dock and want to carry around an extra 1.5lbs just to have USB? Well the extra battery is nice, and if I want to be more productive I can get the laptop experience with it. But maybe I have a travel laptop I'm not giving up for those situations, and a thinner lighter tablet with adapter would be more of a benefit. Seems like a valid topic for discussion to me.

And size, weight, feel in the hand for extended holding, build quality, screen quality, connectivity options, accessories, support and price aren't enough of a differentiator to say there are significant differences between the two?
[Eee Pad Transformer General] magicpork:
this is not entirely true for brits though..in UK, the transformer bundle is priced at £429.99, and both xoom and galaxy 10.1 are £479.99...so that's quite different from $550 vs $499 ..

yes...I blame motorola for its crazy pricing on Xoom
[Eee Pad Transformer General] ericc191:
Let me help this confusion of yours.

I purchased my TF from Amazon. Luckily, I had some bad light bleed, creaking, and an eyelash under the screen. That means I pay nothing to return it and get a FULL refund.

The TF does NOT support USB out of the box. It actually would cost me more to get that specific functionality between the two tablets. Here's some simple math on how much each cost to get USB functionality. I hope this isn't too hard to understand.

TF: $399 + $149.99 = $548.99

GT: $499 + $19.99 = $519.98
[Eee Pad Transformer General] dbpaddler:
guess that makes the TF more of a bargain on your side of the pond especially if you have to factor in the $20 equivalent for the usb adapter for the GT.
[Eee Pad Transformer General] jake21:
I suppose this might be true today; but when asus (or clone) port to usb adapter is available then the picture will change. Not sure of timeline; so if you must have usb today then i guess...

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The deal breaker for me with the GT is no sd slot. Anyways i guess you have to pick and choose the feature set you want (or perhaps order things by importance); who knows the acer iconia might win here having both sd and usb slots (no adapters required).
[Eee Pad Transformer General] ericc191:
Accessories are a big one for me. I consider it a huge plus that I was already able to purchase the adapter.

You're right. All of these new tablets are really good deals, especially the TF, but each person has different needs like you pointed out. I know the a500 is too heavy for me to hold with one hand during long periods of reading. I'm hoping this isn't the case with the 10.1.

I think I'll miss the remote desktop most of all from the TF. It worked beautifully with my version of 7.
[Eee Pad Transformer General] dazz87:
If you're talking about splashtop, I just tested the free verison and the ot does not have a native.resolution of these tablets 1280x800. The highest resolution is 1024x768, which looks like crap. The 1280x800 is custom on the splashtop of tf
[Eee Pad Transformer General] cowballz69:
Hopfully we can get a touch more color on transformer. Its a bit washed out for me
[Eee Pad Transformer General] Canadoc:
I actually find the color quite good. Zoom and Acer were way too cool in temp. The new Samsung seems very oversaturated. The Asus seems happy medium.
[Eee Pad Transformer General] abowlby:
Coming from Viewsonic GTab, I can tell you none of these HC displays are that bad.
[Eee Pad Transformer General] jadesse:
Is anyone actually using the Galaxy Tab 10.1 as it isn't even available in the U.S. yet? I just purchased my Transformer & hope that I don't regret waiting. I was actually wanting the Tab 8.9 but there is no release date for it yet & didn't want to wait.