yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Galaxy Tab Accessories] N0ctrnl:
Hey, guys! My Galaxy Tab will be here on Wednesday (very excited). I am looking at accessories for it now, and I'm kind of stuck at the keyboard option. Here's what I'm after.

- "Real" keyboard. I spend my life in front of a computer, and I don't care for the soft touch keyboards at all. Just don't feel right to me.

- Small, but not micro. I really just want a keyboard that's essentially the same as a laptop keyboard, but without the laptop.

- I don't want to go broke buying a keyboard. I don't have to tell you guys how much the tablet already cost me, and I don't want to spend a huge chunk on an input device for it.

Any and all suggestions are appreciated. Thank you so much!
[Galaxy Tab Accessories] burhanistan:
Apple's Bluetooth keyboard.
[Galaxy Tab Accessories] Declan79:
+1 its an A1255(3BATTERY) or the newer A1314 less battery

send from my premium XDA GT-P1000 2.3.3|DXJPE
[Galaxy Tab Accessories] cruzstyle:
So is there a keyboard. Out yet that works with a Verizon tab?? Wired or wireless
[Galaxy Tab Accessories] caldeio:
There are alot of keyboard that work.

I use my Ps3 keypad. Once CM7 comes for me, I'll be using the controller and the keypad as a combo.
[Galaxy Tab Accessories] hiu115:
I never used apple's mouse. I doubt they will run on my tab.

_______________________________

WHEN IN DOUBT, XDA

wow, i like this slogan.
[Galaxy Tab Accessories] mkoz777:
I really enjoy the official Galaxy Tab keyboard dock.

Very enjoyable.

As much as I like the keyboard/case combos they mostly suck.
[Galaxy Tab Accessories] Declan79:
It will run

send from my premium XDA GT-P1000 2.3.3|DXJPE
[Galaxy Tab Accessories] cruzstyle:
I've searched Google and the forums and the result is always a keyboard that works with all SGT except the Verizon ones. Is I'm looking for a for sure one to get
[Galaxy Tab Accessories] ecko no yaro:
+1 voting this one as well :)
[Galaxy Tab Accessories] ziffos:
Microsoft Mobile 6000 Bluetooth Keyboard for me - it works perfectly and you of couse can have your Tab in portrait or horizontal position.
[Galaxy Tab Accessories] leyz86:
Hi, I just bought an apple wireless keyboard today. It is light, elegant and well-priced for its quality. I am glad to report that I got it connected to my tab at first try.

Switched on Bluetooth, found the device, typed the passkey that appears on the tab screen with the apple keyboard, press enter and I got it! it works together with Samsung on-screen keyboard. Nothing to complain except that caps lock doesn't work. But I assume you could always download a driver from the market to make it work. I am happy for what I got for now.

Lastly my galaxy tab is an international model - in Australia. Hope I have helped those who were as anxious as I was while deciding whether to get the apple wireless keyboard.
[Galaxy Tab Accessories] jamiejamescobb:
Logitech keyboard for Android 3.0

This keyboard works pretty well for me. I liked this one because it has android shortcuts. Some of them do not work since it was designed for 3.0(HC). Cant wait to see HC on the 7in GTab! Then all the shortcuts should work.....
[Galaxy Tab Accessories] zost:
What is about leather cases with small keyboards that can be bought on Amazon or elsewhere? Do they do a job, are they worth for money? Many thanks.
[Galaxy Tab Accessories] squirreldon:
I'm using a bluetooth keyboard with my Verizon Tab 10.1 (Model SCH-I905). The keyboard, which comes in a case that holds both the keyboard and Tab, is called:

eWonder Wireless Bluetooth Keyboard Case for 10-Inch Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1

I purchased it on Amazon for $44, and it was very simple to setup (under 1 min), and has worked like a charm!
[Galaxy Tab Accessories] zost:
Thanks, I'll buy one...
[Galaxy Tab Accessories] babyfriend:
You can consider Aluminum bluetooth dock keyboard for GALAXY Tab 10.1, model should be P7510. but a little expensive as it looks very cool, $50.35. The online store 's name is Casesinthebox, you can google it to find the keyboard.
[Galaxy Tab Accessories] lilybush:
Well, this bluetooth keyboard is just what i use now, this one is pratical cause it is a case meanwhile, so my tablet is well protected from the dust with the multi-functional keyboard.

http://www.geartaker.com/product/bl...opers&utm_medium=minqing&utm_campaign=FD0053B

Hope you enjoy your TAB with this keyboard.
[Galaxy Tab Accessories] StarLog:
I have to agree with the Apple bluetooth keyboard, works like a charm, like it was made for the SGT.
[Galaxy Tab Accessories] agspram:
my tabs is galaxy samsung tabs 10.1 I try to connected with apple bluetooth keyboard but is not working. I already followed your suggested. whats wrong. the batery is good.
[Galaxy Tab Accessories] Declan79:
Does OS such ics had something to do with this apple Bluetooth?

Send from my 2.3.3 GT-I9100 premium xda
[Verizon Droid Charge] mefloump:
Here is something I stumbled across to change the charging screen. This is for rooted users only.

http://androidspin.com/2011/07/14/a...w-battery-charging-screen-for-samsung-device/
[Verizon Droid Charge] DirgeExtinction:
Seems really cool. I'll try it out. :) Thanks for this info.
[Galaxy Tab Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jvpde:
Hey everyone,

I'm thinking of picking up a tab but I've heard the wifi-only model is inferior due to weaker hardware and no dev support. I've now turned my eye to picking up a GSM tab to be used over wifi. My concern is that without a SIM, it will refuse to boot or something. I really would rather not pay a data fee when I already have one for my phone.

Any help is appreciated :)
[Galaxy Tab Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] aliaksei:
No it works without a skim and if your planing to use it as a cmda tab just switch the cell radio off doing that also extends battery life so it's win win go and get it!!
[Galaxy Tab Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ultramag69:
About the only downside is you will have the phone options in settings... - If however you loose/destroy your phone you now have another fully functioning phone available. I never had a sim available for my second tab, it won't hurt to leave the radio on as it doesn't try to connect to a network without a sim... You simply get a "No Sim" alert when you load and then its plain sailing from there...
[Galaxy Tab Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Gainn:
Type *#*#4636#*#* on your dial pad and go into the option 'Device Information'

There is a button there to switch off the radio. WiFi still works, and no more battery drain from the cell radio.

To enable it again just repeat the same code and turn it back on.. ;)
[Motorola Photon 4G] fordhighlander:
Here is a companion device for those already using the the Webtop hack.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1199443

It's the same OTG USB hub hack used with the Atrix, just wanted to share my setup and testing. So far it works excellent.

Right now, I have a USB keyboard and mouse, a FAT32 flashdrive, and a FAT32 external HDD all hooked up the the hub, and I'm watching a movie

off the HDD.

The basic theory of operation is that in micro usb connectors there is a fifth pin, actually the 4th over in a schematic. That pin is actually the ID pin, when its state changes it indicates to the phone that it USB mode is changing. In our case, we ground it, telling the phone to go into host mode. Now because the phone cant supply power to the USB device, we have the red jumper wire on the hub itself. This is effectively bridging the +5 from the power supply to the phone.

It should be noted that as of this post, i have only tested FAT32 formatted drives with this setup.

I'm working with a friend at the moment on an NTFS module, so the Photon can utilize NTFS drives.

Now, my setup looks a bit off because my connectors are on order and the one in the pictures, is one I cut out of a motorola cable. So it doesn't look pretty, but works great.
[Motorola Photon 4G] nezb:
Great job!
[Motorola Photon 4G] jguevara4854:
What type of usb hub can I use? does it have to have usb 2.0 or 3.1? Does it have to have ac adapter? Can I use a usb host cable otg instead of a micro usb and does it make a difference?

Thanks in advanced!
[Motorola Photon 4G] fordhighlander:
It can be any powered hub, if you plan to use an external HDD with it you should make sure the power supply for the hub is at least 2 amps. For now its only USB 2.0, USB 3 isnt compatible. I modified a stock USB micro cable, but you can but a OTG cable that will work with this setup. Like the link below, that is a OTG adapter. Also, the hub would need a few modifications, like i was talking about at the top.

http://www.amazon.com/USB-Micro-Female-Male-Adaptor/dp/B0023FTRUO/ref=pd_sim_dbs_cps_2
[Motorola Photon 4G] jguevara4854:
You guys rock
[Motorola Photon 4G] twospirits:
Nice work.

TS
[Motorola Photon 4G] jguevara4854:
This is what I've done... not sure if I did it right. Pls run a quick look see if I did?

Thanks in advanced.
[Motorola Photon 4G] jguevara4854:
Connected a phat32 hdd and mouse and keyboard non seem to work. My set up is usb to otg micro and judging from my soldering skills you can clearly see I added a white cable to jump from power to usb.
[Motorola Photon 4G] fordhighlander:
You may want to check your OTG cable. If its not set up properly it will not function. The un-used pin in the micro connector must be grounded. Ive noticed not all the cables you can buy are quite right. Thats why i build my own. I hope to get up rev 2 tomorrow...a bit more in depth. Maybe i can shed some more light on the issue...
[Motorola Photon 4G] coachclass:
Thanks for looking into this.

So, once you've mod a USB hub, are you using a cable that is <male micro USB to female USB A>?

I've not seen that before. Usually, USB cables that have a micro USB on one end will have a male USB A on the other, not a female. I did a quick search and couldn't really find any <male micro USB to female USB A> cables. I also didn't see any female A to female A cables that would allow for the same thing.

Please elaborate, thanks.

Edit: oh, maybe you use a USB 2.0 A to Micro B Female / Male Adaptor?
[Motorola Photon 4G] jguevara4854:
You need to buy some from amazon search micro usb to usb female. Or ever female usb to female usb they sell for $2 plus shipping. I bought otg cable didn't make a difference had to take it apart as well.
[Motorola Photon 4G] jguevara4854:
Still no luck.. :( what usb hub are you using make and model.

Thanks in advance
[Motorola Photon 4G] jguevara4854:
Got it working quick and cheap no soldering of any sort. dual power 1000ma usb 2 0 4 port hub and otg cable of your choice. If you dont want to waste time you can find at your nearest radioshack and best buy.

http://www.dealextreme.com/p/cable-style-dual-power-1000ma-usb-2-0-4-port-hub-13526

Same site you can find micro otg cable for about $3-$4
[Motorola Photon 4G] deedscreen:
Did you find the OTG cable on DX, because I can't find it, can you reply with a link???
[Motorola Photon 4G] jguevara4854:
http://www.dealextreme.com/p/micro-usb-on-the-go-host-otg-adapter-pair-50774
[Motorola Photon 4G] jguevara4854:
Just a heads up you need to connect your usb power adapter to the red usb from the hub then your otg and phone to the black and keyboard/mouse infra-red or 2.4 ghz stuff to the female usb adapters. Remember red goes to power!

I went back and forth trying to figure it out when all i had to do was push power to red. Duh!!
[Motorola Photon 4G] Beach_Head:
Do you have a link for the Motorola branded one you posted?

Thanks!
[Motorola Photon 4G] jguevara4854:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004UAG6WC/ref=mp_s_a_1?qid=1317309253&sr=8-1

Motorola camera kit
[Motorola Photon 4G] jguevara4854:
Its way cheaper on dealextreme. But. U can also order from amazon for quicker delivery and theres cheaper ones just search micro usb host adapter
[Motorola Photon 4G] coachclass:
Ok, I was confused by what jguevara wrote. jguevara, could you tell me if I got this right?

1) Buy this OTG "cable" - it's really just a adapter:

http://www.dealextreme.com/p/micro-usb-on-the-go-host-otg-adapter-pair-50774

2) You might also want a hub for powering USB devices

http://www.dealextreme.com/p/cable-style-dual-power-1000ma-usb-2-0-4-port-hub-13526#open full view

The OTG adapter already does the "4th pin to ground" thing described by the OP, so using the adapter on the Photon makes the phone go into USB Host mode.

The phone, acting as host, won't have enough power via the USB port to power many USB devices, like portable hard drives. So that's why you need a powered USB hub. The hub in the link has an extra red USB connector. You can use the Motorola USB power adapter(the one that came with your phone) as a power source for the hub.

Also, I don't think this setup will charge your phone. It will charge devices connected to the other end of the USB HUB, but not your phone, correct? So, if you're using this setup to transfer files from one portable hard drive to another portable hard drive, with the phone acting as the USB host for the transfer, you'll be using up battery power the whole time it's transferring.

Do I have that right? jguevara?
[Motorola Photon 4G] jguevara4854:
Yes. But you need the usb hub in order to use a mouse keyboard hard drive or anything. Everything else you said is correct. The adapter by its self wont power anything.
[Motorola Photon 4G] jguevara4854:
Almost forget no the phone is being charged at the same time. I never run out of battery while on host mode.
[Motorola Photon 4G] jguevara4854:
To avoid confusion you dont need to cut or solder your usb cable. Only use adapter.
[Motorola Photon 4G] JonandRoid:
worked great. ordered a otg usb adapter from amazon for about 5$ but in the mean while i rigged up a micro usb cable to otg and it worked great and i glued everything back together around the micro usb cable and it doesnt look too bad. btw, i got a cheap 15$ usb hub from a compusa store and soldered 5v and everything worked great..thanks guys!...now only if i had a good wifi signal or 4g this would be really worth my time. one more thing. on the webtop app, the message widget on the bottom tool bar doesnt work. i click on it and it just brings up my mobile or sometimes does nothing...but everything else works pretty good.
[Motorola Photon 4G] jguevara4854:
Its the same as hitting ctl tab on windows. You have to have something on webtop open in order to use.

In short its a windows switcher
[Motorola Photon 4G] coachclass:
Really? I'm surprised. Do you actually get the "charging" icon in your battery meter? I didn't expect a powered hub to actually power the host port.
[Motorola Photon 4G] jguevara4854:
Yeah its been fully charged from 80% to 100% it takes a long time though.
[Motorola Photon 4G] coachclass:
EDIT: I got it to work! And, I think I figured out why other people might have issues.

That USB hub that jguevara4854 recommended from dealextreme - I think that's key. It has a red USB plug that provides both power to the hub and power to the host device.

This is the one jguevara4854 recommended.

http://www.dealextreme.com/p/cable-style-dual-power-1000ma-usb-2-0-4-port-hub-13526

If you used a "normal" powered USB hub, it could still work, BUT, you have to use the special two-in-one-out mini-USB cable that comes with some portable USB drives. These cables basically let you suck power from a second USB port. So, it looks really weird, but you plug the mini-USB plug into the USB hub (the port usually labled "in" for the host computer). Then, you plug the power USB-A side of the 2-in-1-out cable into the hub (I know, it's being plug into itself), then the data USB-A plug into the Photon with the OTG adapter. If it's working, you'll see your phone charging.

This is the 2-in-1-out cable I was talking about. It's actually called a "mini-B USB male to 2 USB-A Y cable". This is assuming the input port on your hub is a mini-B female port.

http://www.amazon.com/Cables-Go-28107-Mini-B-Y-Cable/dp/B0013LQD7Y

BTW, when I plug in a portable hard drive formatted as NTFS, the phone registers the USB device, but throws up an unknown format error. But thumb drives in formatted as FAT work.

So, I finally got the OTG adapter from dealextreme, and gave it a try. It didn't work for me. I tried both a thumb drive (Fat format) and an portable hard drive. The drives were connected to a powered USB2 hub. The hub is pretty good, capable of 2A at 5V. I connected the hub's cable to OTG adapter, and the OTG adapter to the Motorola Photon. No go.

I also don't see the phone charging when I connect the hub to the phone. Any ideas? I'm running stock Android 2.3.4, kernel 2.6.32.9.

This is the OTG adapter I got, same as suggested in an earlier post.

http://www.dealextreme.com/p/micro-usb-on-the-go-host-otg-adapter-pair-50774

My hub:

http://www.monoprice.com/products/p...d=1030702&p_id=5328&seq=1&format=1#largeimage

---------- Post added at 01:16 AM ---------- Previous post was at 01:14 AM ----------

I found this "universal" USB-A Y cable. The other end of the Y is a USB-A female connector. That way, you can use this cable for portable HD's that typically use a mini-B USB, or for your phone that uses a micro USB. Just plug the right mini or micro USB cable into the female USB-A end.

http://www.amazon.com/UTStarcom-Uni...nector/dp/B0041CFFBM/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top

$2.89, good deal.
[Motorola Photon 4G] jguevara4854:
Have you tried keyboards and mouses. The otg cables from deal extreme suck. I bought some from amazon $15 but it never disconnects and goes out to the side instead of strait.
[Motorola Photon 4G] DLoC6:
I think I know what your talking about uploading pic in a min.
[Motorola Photon 4G] John Kotches:
i have this working with the deal extreme otg adapters and the dual usb hub cable. works perfectly so far.
[Motorola Photon 4G] jarora24@gmail:
Me too have made the arrangements for connecting mouse keyboard and pendrive...

I bought new usb robot type hub ( indian rupee cost 130 Rs) , usb extention cable cost 20 Rs and a usb otg cable used for samsung galaxy s2 ( cost 260 Rs )... from ebay india....

Just connected usb extention cable with Motorola charger and one of the usb female socket on usb hub ( so that it gets power source to run pendrive and other peripheral )... then connect main male usb cable of hub to female socket of otg cable... then connect micro usb male of otg cable to mobile...

No kind of cutting cables and upgrading usb hub ....
[Motorola Photon 4G] murrun:
this thread made me so confuse. please someone explain me this questions:

is a standart micro-usb to male usb otg cable enough for connecting keyboard/mouse or usb pendrive? (like this: http://www.dealextreme.com/p/micro-...-samsung-galaxy-s2-i9100-nokia-n8-more-101894)

second question is, what is the purpose of this cable? why we choose this one? is it because photon don't feed enough power to usb devices? even a keyboard or mouse?

http://www.dealextreme.com/p/cable-style-dual-power-1000ma-usb-2-0-4-port-hub-13526

please answer in plain english :)
[Motorola Photon 4G] jguevara4854:
Photon 4g is not capable of powering anything thus the powered usb hub.
[Motorola Photon 4G] BHermes21:
are you able to post any new pics?
[Motorola Photon 4G] rickyhfc02:
Seems like this is pretty well figured out, just wanted to let everyone know how I got this working. Radioshack has a cable

http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2498117#

in their usb hub section that's clearanced for $7.97 (YMMV) which uses 2 usb ports to expand into 4 ports. Not the most efficient hub for a computer but pretty perfect for this implementation. One of the male usb ports is red and signifies that it is used for powering the set up. The other male usb port would be the one to use the male micro usb to female usb (or otg adapter) with to connect to the phone. Now this particular cable does provide added flexibility in connecting usb devices and doesn't require soldering; however, it also allows for a much more tangled mess to ensue haha.
[Motorola Photon 4G] J35US:
hey does anyone know if the cm9 beta supports this ,or the cm7.2 or is it only stock . im running cm9 and i made the otg cable but idk if i made it right or the cm9 has no support ,so i said i would ask first before going through the trouble of sbf'n
[Motorola Photon 4G] jguevara4854:
No support for cm9
[Motorola Photon 4G] gofd:
It seems exciting to have USB Host support!!

Can the Stock ROM support USB Host/OTG? Or which Locked Rom can support the USB Host?
[Motorola Photon 4G] Lokifish Marz:
USB Host is supported right out of the box and unless a dev goes out of his way to remove support, any stock based rom supports it as well.
[Motorola Photon 4G] gofd:
Thanks for your prompt reply!:):)

Then I need to find a powered USB Hubs for testing out!!

----------------------------

It works nicely for Stock ROM with an OTG cable + a powered USB Hubs for a USB Flash Drive.
[Motorola Photon 4G] Cicar:
If you have modded usb micro cable can you check that if connecting "4th Pin" to +5V makes it an Much Hyped Motorola factory cable used to access NVFlas interface. Devs from other moto phones are posting about it. Just want you to check if it works for our photon too.

here is the link http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1790896 .
[Motorola Photon 4G] rludlam1:
I have a jump from my SGS3 will it work with a note2?
[Desire HD Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] killersplace:
hi all

i try to downgrade

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=905003

but i cant get it to work

thats where i am stuck
[Desire HD Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] killersplace:
new image

try this one
[General Questions and Answers] youriehv:
Sorry for my bad english

I got a Samsung GIO S-5660.

I installed Rom Manager and i installed the clockworkmod recovery.

But now the phone wont boot, dont start in recovery mode and not in download mode.

can somebody help me.

if i use a jig cable, will it work?
[General Questions and Answers] mynigaeric:
dude i have the same prob hope i get it solved i only have it for 3 weeks
[General Questions and Answers] CallMeVentus:
Was there a choice for the Samsung Gio in ROM Manager ?

You have to make sure ROM Manager supports your phone before using it .

Forever living in my Galaxy Ace using XDA App
[General Questions and Answers] Darmvlinder:
I had the exact same thing. My phone is now at the store, or it might even have been sent to a Samsung center already. Don't know as of now.

At any rate, the piece of **** that Clockworkmod is does not list any Samsung devices which must have served as a primary warning not to go through with it.

Nevertheless, I still did it. Phone turned off. Won't boot. Buttons won't work.
[General Questions and Answers] stvperez:
same here bricked samsung gio with clockworkmod

I just bricked my samsung Galaxy gio with the clockworkmod in the Rom Manager app.

I tried to flash clockworkmode to create a rom backup and then selected a random model from the list (there are only like 4 models there anyway!) No questions asked, no warnings , phone went stright to brick.

This app should produce some sort or error message or at least a warning if its not compatible with a model. As of now it works like brick your phone first, aske the questions later.

Any suggestions?

thanks a lot
[Galaxy S I9000 Android Development] dariolob:
Changelog!

GingerReal-V7.2 JVR

-Semaphore kernel 1.5.0

-JUPA Engine updated

-FULLY LAGFIXED browser

-Fixed Phone.apk

-Included apps: Nitrality,Voodoo control,Spare parts +,BLN Control

-New GingerReal launcher (Based on ADW)

-Modded Touchwiz launcher

-Fixed Battery stats

-Fixed MultiCSCs

-Fixed keyboard FCs

-Minor graphic fixes

-Framework-res.apk heavily slimmed down

-No more EDT Tweaks for stability issues. It will be included as a separate flashable pack.

-Minor changes in frameworks (The status bar "Delete" button is a bit little,needs to be fixed)