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[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] goattee:
Interested in legibility

I really look forward to your experience with the product. My particular interest is in the legibility of newspapers and magazines when viewed in full page. I love my original 7" (GT-P1000)but I am constantly zooming in. I assume you have a 7"(or had one) if you are in this forum. So a comparison would be a good place to start. My recommendation would be to put the Dolphin browser into desktop mode and to display global.nytimes.com.

I have heard conflicting information about whether 7.7 has a phone. This probably depends on certain carriers. What about yours?
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] vitalij:
Could you provide your opinion about speed of the device: especially speed of default browser rendering. Is scrolling smooth? Are pages opening fast - for example XDA forum pages?

Thanks!
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] ffletchs:
Any info yet on video codec support? I looking for getting the 7.7 mostly for video watching, wondering if I can play f.ex. mkv's (i know its just a container).

I'm very happy with the video codec support in my SGS 2, its sofar played almost every video file I've thrown at it.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] dygrart:
i wonder if GPS works with this gadget?
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] nostalgie:
sorry guys I haven't had time to update but I'll incorporate your comments into my updated post - but for your reference:

1.4 gig processor kills tasks, runs much faster than the A500.

Screen rotation is still slow at times, but this is more a honeycomb issue. No where as near as smooth as the Ipad rotation.

I have tested divx and Mpeg4 movies and they look fantastic. Tested mpeg 4 Thor blu-ray rip and it look really amazing.

GPS works pretty good, I'll need to check how many satellites i picked up but it has always picked me up within about 50 feet.

No issues with mini SD-Cards mounting/reading.

I haven't lost Wifi at any point either (well unless there was no wifi lol).

anyway will update tomorrow afternoon my time - but really impressed with the tablet, clearly the best portable tablet going around.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] techoin:
I ordered WIFI version today from NegriElectronics in US...it is already shipped..cant wait to get my hands on it..
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] tangenhao:
Good for you keep us posted about your experience with it since I am waiting to get mine once it reaches my country.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] onedollarcoin:
I am using a Galaxy Tab 7.7 in Hong Kong! Haha！
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] Mwinggg:
heres a review with lots of live pictures but in chinese tho

http://www.mobile01.com/newsdetail.php?id=11481
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] Wizard8125:
Does your version have the infrared port, if yes where did you purchase? I need that pls
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] shinji21:
I dont understand why samsung took out the IR feature, especially when they demonstrated it in their demo and even at the actual launch event. Wonder if this feature is region specific.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] paulikxp:
I ordered it today here: http://panamoz.com/index.php/mobile...tab-7-7-16gb-wifi-3g-wifi-android-tablet.html

Panamoz are in Hongkong so I hope I will get the version with IR port (yes, I'm sure it's region specific: Tabs on Ebay from the US and Hongkong do have the feature, the ones from Australia don't).

It's very cheap (suspicious!) but over 98% of all reviews I've found anywhere on the net were positive and most of those had 5 of 5 stars.

Now it only needs to get here :)
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] lare:
Where in Hong Kong did you buy it?
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] shinji21:
From what I read, all the version from HK, TW, Australia dont have IR. They only appear on the engineering unit at the launch event, but being taken away on the retail unit. 3g and wifi unit, the same.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] vamp6x6x6x:
Ok, plz let me know if it has IR bc I dont see it in their listed spec sheet.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] Raziel_Sicily:
Omg i cant' wait! tomorrow i planning to preorder the 3g version from negri electronics, they tell me that the p6800 will be avaiable next week. i live in italy and i'll use the service consegnato.com to cut off any customs taxes and problems, any one can tell me if negri electronics and consegnato.com are legit? they are good guys to deal with? will the unllocked version works well with italian 3g and gsm for make voice calls?

know any one if it is true that negry electronics will stoks the 3g version in the next week? (they already have the wifi only version)
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] paulikxp:
Raziel,

the GSM variant will work fine in Europe but it's different on the US LTE network.

You will have to pay import duty and tax when you order somewhere outside the EU. And if Nigri doesn't do that for you (like e.g. Panamoz does) the transport company (fedex, UPS or whoever) will send you an invoice...
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] Raziel_Sicily:
thanks for answer, but now i have found more information and i have the ensurance that the service consegnato.com can send it to me without taxes! ^^

i dont understand this "but it's different on the US LTE network" you mean that you in usa have to wait for an specific version of 7.7 3g?
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] spridell:
I am planning on getting a 3G one also when Negri gets theirs in-stock.

Does anyone know if they 3G version uses the regular SIM or the Micro SIM?

I think I am going to go with an ATT data plan but dont know which type of SIM it uses.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] shinji21:
just regular sim
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] clubtech:
Confirmed no IR on the HK units.

The device is awesome and can be rooted just like all the Samsung tabs.

TW is pretty laggy on the device with 50+ apps installed but I installed ADW launcher which is also hardware accelerated and it is perfect in the tab. Smooth as butter.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] ozren:
Did you root it? Which method and files did you use?
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] clubtech:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=19792563
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] ozren:
Thanks... I needed confirmation that it works on this tablet as well!
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] kazuni:
I;m about to trade in my 10.1 3G to 7.7 3G ;)
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] olyloh6696:
Waiting for a release I'm UK

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Sent from my HTC Desire S
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] techoin:
sure..I chose free ground shipping so its gonna be in my hand on wednesday only..had to save some mullah after expensive price :)
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] Jade Eyed Wolf:
Awesome! Now how about CWM? Have you got that to work yet?
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] Raziel_Sicily:
ordered this morning my p6800 from negri (las vegas) to consegnato.com (miami) to me (italy)

i hope all go good and i hope that negri will have my unit avaiable on monday :(

i'll let you know ..
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] nascar24usa:
Negri Electronics

Just confirmed they expect stock for the Samsung P6800 on Monday or Tuesday. First time they have said so, I have asked several times before with unknown reply, this time they confirmed. Great company, bought my Samsung Note from them. Ordered on a Saturday morning, shipped on Saturday and received on Monday.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] Raziel_Sicily:
i have chat 5 minutes ago with the boss o negri he tell me the same think! monday or twesday :D and befor today never say this! good i hope it shp monday to me
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] kazuni:
lovely thing, i must say!
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] Wizard8125:
Infrared or none? Waiting on mine from hongkong
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] paulikxp:
No IR apparently as just somebody from HK on my Galaxy Tab 7.7 page on Google+ (http://goo.gl/qGrcd) confirmed.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] Wizard8125:
Well thats a stupid decision to take out the IR port. Why would they include it in the presentation and then remove when sending to retail?
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] Raziel_Sicily:
boys anyone know How Long Does Pending verification Take for google checkout? negri tell me that my order still pending verification by google checkout
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] SideshowP:
I couldn't agree more. Why remove one of the features that distinguish this tab from the competition. Saying that, some have reported they do have an IR port on their units so it's all a bit confusing.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] Wizard8125:
Can you point those who have them out? are they actual retail units or review units? So I can continue my investigation on getting the right version? Thanks.. I already took a plunge on a HK 3g version... But I have a couple of days to return it if it doesn't come with.. their ebay description says it does but it might be a generic specs list that everyone was quoting samsung on.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] SideshowP:
Easier said than done. I've done so much reading up on this damn thing it's hard to keep track. I'm pretty sure one of the comments is on this thread but i can't seem to find it now.

For what its worth, every pic I've seen of the IR'less tabs are the wifi only ones so I'm hoping the 3G tabs will have it (though I'm not holding my breath).
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] burhanistan:
The IR port is not listed on the specs on Samsung's site for the 7.7. I'm pretty sure only the 7.0+ is going to have it, at least this year's version. Not at all a deal breaker for me, but it would be nice to have.

http://www.samsung.com/global/microsite/galaxytab/7.7/spec.html

Also, Samsung has released a bookcase for the 7.7. I'll post some pics when I get mine.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] SideshowP:
Ok scratch that. A guy on google+ just confirmed his 3G version lacks the IR port.

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Oddly the spec sheet for the 7+ doesn't show the IR port either. Make of that what you will.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] treslug:
Mine was confirmed pretty much immediately. I'm in the US.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] shinji21:
I think the only one that has IR is the 7+ sold in the US. Even the 7+ in HK doesnt have it.

Since its a pretty big thing for me, i wonder if later when they release (at least the wifi version) in the US will they include the IR function. I ordered the 3g version btw, anyone heard anything from samsung about different version in different country on the 7.7?
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] Wizard8125:
I wish I had some patience and wait for a possible us release hoping for IR function but I already took the plunge on a 3g version.. I had the 7+ wifi version and really appreciated the IR function but returned it upon learning the 7.7 was already selling :/ My logitech harmony remote is sluggish after about 3 years of use so this would have been really nice to have on the 7.7
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] paulikxp:
To add to all the IR confusion I would like to ask if anybody knows anything about the type number suffixes...

Sure is:

GT-P6800LSE is a 3G 16GB version, LSA is for 32GB (ditto for the Wi-Fi only 6810).

But then it comes:

The version most times offered is the

GT-P6800LSEXEU (or LSAXEU, ditto for Wi-Fi only 6810)

In the Czech Republic it's a

GT-P6800LSEXEZ

(http://www.samsung.com/cz/consumer/mobile-phone/tablets/tablets)

In the Netherlands it's listed as the

GT-P6800LSEPHN

So there are apparently different versions around and I wonder if it's probably only for different languages (with my GT-P1000 being able to be set to all these languages/locales). Network standards are the same throughout Europe, Asia and the US (apart from LTE, that will be a different version with own FCC#) so I can't see any need for different versions (if it's not only the preset language and charger shape).
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] burhanistan:
Just a hunch, and don't quote me on this because I know nothing, but I think those (SEXY) letters after the model number have to do with Samsung's internal Android revs/builds for the different regions and nothing to do with any hardware.

Sorry, kids, but I'm pretty sure that no 7.7 is being shipped with an IR universal remote transmitter. It's either the bling SAMOLED screen and razor thin 7.7 or the 1024x600 slightly chunkier 7.0+ with the remote. A little taste of First World Problems for you. At any rate, if you're trying to save a bit of cash then the 7.0+ is probably the ticket. The screen isn't terrible by any means, just don't think about the 1280 X 800 screen on the 7.7 when you're using it and you'll be fine. ;)
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] ziggary:
Make sure to vote so xda creates dedicated section for this tab :)
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] Dragonn90:
Vote for the dedicated section : http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1416406 :)
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] maconsultant:
I am awaiting shipping confirmation.. I was really looking forward to the IR port. I'll have to wait and see if its that much of a factor for me.. if so I'll send it back and wait for things to unfold, as its very early into the products "Release".

Sent from another Galaxy...

Nexus
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] kazuni:
anyone knows which mmcblk dev is for recovery? i wanna make a dump of the recovery ...

Ah nevermind, found it under /etc/recovery.fstab:

# cat recovery.fstab
# mount point fstype device device2
/efs ext4 /dev/block/mmcblk0p1
/boot emmc /dev/block/mmcblk0p2
/recovery emmc /dev/block/mmcblk0p6
/cache ext4 /dev/block/mmcblk0p7
/system ext4 /dev/block/mmcblk0p9
/data ext4 /dev/block/mmcblk0p10 length=-16384
/preload ext4 /dev/block/mmcblk0p11
/sdcard vfat /dev/block/mmcblk1p1 /dev/block/mmcblk1
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] Alcibiade:
I can't believe it... Now it makes me consider the 7 Plus :(

The IR port to use as a universal remote was just a fantastic idea

That said we'll see. Maybe only the Asian tabs don't have it... Let's see how the other flavors of the Tab will be
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] ThE_SoUrCe:
I'm also waiting for this one to arrive in my country, hey! we're just like a stone-throw away from HongKong!

I'm holding up my funds, I was planning to upgrade my Tab p1000 to Tab p6200, good thing I did my research first and found out that the Tab p6800 has been released!

I've been scouring the net for reviews and so far, most of them were old reviews way back Sept-Dec last year.

the only concern for me is the AMOLED display, as per my understanding, it's prone to degrade in time since it's made out of organic materials, it has at least half the life of a standard LCD screen, but that was way back when the AMOLED was in its infancy, now, we have Super AMOLED Plus that has longer life than LCD (as per my research)

Is it worth the gamble? to get an AMOLED tab vs a PLS LCD tab?

thanks

-source
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] burhanistan:
I have a feeling that the SAMOLED display will last longer than the urge to upgrade to the next shiny device. I mean, the O.G. Tab isn't even 18 months old and we're all ready to move on.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] shinji21:
I am now also considering the 7+ wifi with IR. Just saw $50 off on amazon. Man, tough choice. Why doesnt samsung make the perfect tab.

Btw, i noticed the fcc filing doc for the gsm 7.7 did not show the IR, whereas the LTE version (verizon?) shows the IR port.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] ThE_SoUrCe:
dunno what happened to Sammy, they should've included the IR ports since that is what they presented last year.. perhaps another lawsuit from somewhere? naah.

They should hurry and put those ports back before that fruit company started putting it in theirs and call it innovation then sue everyone.. hehe just kidding..

I'll go for the 7.7 as well..
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] Jade Eyed Wolf:
The only AMOLED display I ever owned that displayed any noticeable degradation was the PenTile display on my original Galaxy S. I have have yet to see the same problem on my Galaxy S2 (same kind of display as on the 7.7), and I have had that one since it was available.

Don't get me wrong, Samsung's PLS displays are great, but against an HD SAMOLED+ display? They've got nothing on SAMOLED+ in terms of image quality.

I think the degradation issues have been pretty much sorted out now. I imagine you'll be well onto your next device before you'd notice any degradation issues anyway.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] dosselpoh:
just got my 7.7. its simply awesome.. waiting for root directions now
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] Jade Eyed Wolf:
I think the instructions are a little further back in this thread.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] maconsultant:
Where did you source it from..?
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] shinji21:
It seems like Verizon just officially confirmed the Galaxy Tab 7.7 LTE. Looks like it has the IR blaster with Peel app. Sigh.......why is samsung doing this.

http://www.theverge.com/2012/1/9/26...7-announced-for-verizon-hands-on-pictures-and
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] Wizard8125:
Verizon just confirmed that they will be carrying it and it infrared is part of it see the picture
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] Wizard8125:


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Lol posted from my nexus didn't see your post....
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] spridell:
I wonder if the Verizon version will have the Exynos chip?

From all reports the Exynos chip does not do that well with LTE.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] Wizard8125:
Don't think so... Exynos not compatible with LTE... So we can't have it all... One has to decide which feature you value the most and choose.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] burhanistan:
I think the Exynos chip doesn't work at all with LTE. The Verizon version might have the same 1.5 GHz Qualcomm chip as the Galaxy Skyrocket phone.

Verizon sucks, though (for my purposes). No doubt the unit will be sealed so you can't swap out the SIM, and Verizon handsets don't work many places overseas. I like taking my Tab on trips to Asia and getting a cheap pay as you go 3G SIM card to pop in.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] Jade Eyed Wolf:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=19792563
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] 7harper:
Just ordered the 7.7 P6810 from Negri...can't wait.My first tablet.They say they are back ordered when looking at the web site but according to the "live chat" with Sergio they have 5, I mean 4 in stock.

Just a heads up .... Put in the word "GIFT" for the discount code and get an additional $30 off(until 1/31/12) which brings it to $542.50 with free Fedex shipping.

Edit.....wow ,Negri is fast . I just got an e-mail saying it shipped and a Fedex Tracking number. Like 50 minutes after I ordered!
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] spridell:
Yeah I think I rather get the Unlocked version then the Verizon version.

Even though Verizon will have the IR port I think the Unlocked Version with the Exynos will perform better.

I have a pre-order in with Negri. Hopefully they get them in-stock this week.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] Alcibiade:
Yep same for me (Asia + Europe)

Let's hope we can get an IR port n the AT&T version if ever it comes out (Otherwise I'll go for the Asian version...)

Is the Qualcomm chip that bad ? I know everybody values highly an rightfully the Exynos chip but the latest Qualcomm as far I could read perform pretty well (No sure about overclocking though)

All this different HW is going to create issues for custom ROMs :(
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] shinji21:
I doubt the att version will have phone capability, just like the original tab where they intentionally removed the function. Seems like we can't have it all.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] Jade Eyed Wolf:
US carriers hate the idea of a device that simply "does it all." It's bad for business in their eyes. By disabling and/or crippling a feature on one device, they're effectively forcing us to buy another device to fill in that gap. They would rather we buy multiple devices and multiple subscription plans for those devices, or charge us extra for tethering at least, than buy a single device with a single subscription plan that fulfills all roles in one.

Money grubbing bastards!!

Buy unlocked!! Boycott carrier subsidized devices!
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] spridell:
I think you are right.

I have been looking over the press shots of the Verizon version and you can tell there is NO speaker on the top of the unit for phone calls. I am sure ATT will do the same.

Even more reason to get the unlocked version.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] Jade Eyed Wolf:
Ever more reason I just did! Just placed the order now! :)

Screw waiting for a crippled and bloated carrier device!! :P
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] burhanistan:
My 7.7 is still sitting in some stupid customs facility in Miami. :(
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] shinji21:
Thanks for pointing that out. I looked at the video and press shots and ya, no speaker on the top. Automatic NO thanks from me.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] ppatel300:
I picked up a 3g unlocked 7.7 from local store in NYC last thursday.

Popped in my micro sim from my ATT iphone 4s (with adapter) and I could make calls and get HSPA+ data. works flawlessly. No need for separate data plan.

Been waiting for this tablet since announcement.

No IR port, screen is awesome, fast as hell, rooted and running Tegra2 games on ChainFire3d without a glitch. Battery lasts almost as long as my ipad2, which is now up for sale.

Also for previous poster, there is a speaker on top on my unit for phone calls, actually made a call with it (no headset) and it works great.

I have the Hong Kong version.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] Wizard8125:
I am loving this tab little sad with the no IR blaster situation but the picture is superb almost no zooming required on website because of the pixel count... and just vivid all around.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] Wizard8125:
Mine came in this morning and I'm at work so haven't had the time to really dig in... rooting is up next.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] nascar24usa:
tab 7.7 3G/WiFi

Negri Electronics came through once again. I have received email with tracking number, to receive FED X tomorrow. They did the same when I bought Samsung Note, even shipped on a Saturday, day I ordered.

Nice to deal with a reputable company and do they what they say!!
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] burhanistan:
Were you able to install those Tegra 2 games directly from Google's Market? On many devices, even new dual core, those are listed as not compatible.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] got556:
:eek::eek: Wonder if this will work w/ Verizon 4G LTE sim cards?
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] burhanistan:
Not sure, but I don't think so. Their LTE network is new and I would guess that their own devices will be backwards compatible on their CDMA based EV-DO networks. But, the unlocked international version operates on neither, I think. So, you'll need a GSM-based provider.

Apologies if I'm wrong.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] Jade Eyed Wolf:
In short, no. Totally different radio technologies. CDMA/LTE vs GSM/HSPA+

Also, it should be noted that it won't work the other way around either (Verizon 7.7 with other carrier SIM card). Plus the Verizon version uses micro-SIM instead of standard size. So there's that hurdle too.

In short, if you can afford to, absolutely avoid ANY carrier branded device, PERIOD. Unlocked is just better over all.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] spridell:
Same here.

Got my shipment notification from Negri just now. the 7.7 will be here on Thursday.

Great company so far.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] got556:
Thanks to you and the poster above you for the definite answer. :)

I always avoid carrier branded tabs. (albeit I have a sprint SGT that I just use wifi on...bought it used $150 and couldn't pass up the price.)

Now if that stupid wifi Xyboard 8.2 would come down in price.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 General] Alcibiade:
I live in NYC. Hw much did you pay fr it ? (And where did you buy it ?)

If it's not allowed to post here yu can still PM me :)