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[Sony Tablet S] msgnighty:
i bought mine on saturday - tried it over the weekend and i really think about returning it today

overall its quite a good piece of hardware - but i do have some problems that kill the tab for me...

first of all - as soon as you turn off the screen it loses the WiFi connection. would be great if this would ony happen if you enable this feature - but it happens even if you disable this feature. the bad thing about losing wifi is, that the tab won't inform you about new e-mails, because it won't check them. the tablet won't inform you about incoming ebuddy messages, because it goes offline when it loses connection. the tablet won't update maybe your facebook page so you can't let it just lay beside you and chat with friends and only look every few minutes onto the tablet because if you wait too long it will even log you out from facebook (just an example) - this is a really bad bug which kills a lot of the use a tablet should have

the other thing is - i am too fast - well - probably not always - but when it comes to typing, the keyboard (OEM and swiftkey) lags behind. it is sometimes so bad, that i type whole lines hitting the spacebar after each word, hearing the sound that makes and when i finished typing there is not a single space between the words. this is really driving me crazy because i don't want to get slowed down just because the tablet isn't fast enough...

another bad thing - sometimes the browser just shuts itself down - this happened with the stock browser and with dolphin... great when you just typed a long text in a forum...

the build quality is not bad. the plastic feels good and with the screen protector the screen still looks and feels great - the weight is very good as well, the shape is awesome and the tablet is very smooth - no stuttering or anything

for my part - i really like the idea behind the pad - but these few points kill all the fun for me

i hope my shop will take the pad and gives me the money - if not i probably give the Eee Pad Slider a try
[Sony Tablet S] 4dthinker:
There are settings for when to shut down WiFi. Look for "WiFi Disconnect Policy"

The options are:

- When screen turns off.

- Never when plugged in/

- Never (uses more battery power).

It defaults to the first option, I'm sure to get the best battery life out of the S.

You also can set the screen time-out to a longer period so it doesn't annoy you so much.

4D
[Sony Tablet S] msgnighty:
i know these settings - i use the last one - so "never turn of wifi" - but the tab still does turn of wifi as soon as it gets into standby - seems to be a common bug because i read about this issue in other forums as well :/
[Sony Tablet S] adubrovs:
I had the drop in wifi happen to me as well. However, just by coincidence I upgrade my router, since then no drops in wifi. So even if the screen is off, I get the green notification light of incoming e-mails.
[Sony Tablet S] saiyolang:
In regards to "WiFi Disconnect Policy"

If you select any of the option.

Shutdown the tab and turn it back on.

This should apply the policy.

it works for me.
[Sony Tablet S] xperiax10.awesome:
Sony Tablet S vs Asus Eee Pad Transformer - mobiletechreview

Sony Tablet looks better as compared to Asus Eee Pad, check the below link..

LINK

:

http://www.mobiletechreview.com/ubbthreads/showflat.php?Number=41385
[Sony Tablet S] reeser:
Wierd havent run into that problem, soon as I changed the setting wifi stays always on. Running 3.2 update too?
[Sony Tablet S] msgnighty:
yeah made the update right after the first launch of the pad

anyway - i returned it yesterday - as is stated before - it's nice piece of hardware - but it just don't really fits my needs right - good thing though is that i am a bit cured when it comes to the "i want to have a tablet"-virus :)
[Sony Tablet S] aimfire72:
Got one @ Fry's on Sunday, and can say it's my favorite Honeycomb tablet so far! I like the form factor much better than the Galaxy Tab 10.1. Took me about an hour to get used to it, but loving it now. I'm not sure what Sony did, but the stock browser is the fastest and more responsive than any other of the tabs. Multitasking is also fast with no hiccups. Had Spotify running in the background and was switching back & forth through the browser, Android Market, and Zinio with no hiccups at all.

Haven't tried YouTube yet, but curious to see...

It does feel a little cheap & plasticky though, but feels lighter than my iPad 2, which is pretty nice. Sony did an okay job with their UI wrapper, but not really crazy about their icon designs, which look outdated and ugly. The weird charger thing is also kind of annoying & stupid. But otherwise, still my favorite HC tablet so far! I'll see how the week goes with it.
[Sony Tablet S] Vinny1967:
Good review here http://www.pcpro.co.uk/reviews/tablets/370165/sony-tablet-s
[Sony Tablet S] tsnoah:
Anyone see their apps randomly disappearing? So far Captain America, Steambirds and Pandora have randomly uninstalled themselves.
[Sony Tablet S] ps3taker:
Do you mean the shortcut is still there but when you click it says not installed or similar? I had that with some I moved from internal to what tablet calls usb storage I think (I.e. Still internal but probably sdcard mnt of it as I dont have sd card in yet). Anyway restarting tablet brought them back by itself. Hope it helps

Sent from my R800i
[Sony Tablet S] dougb444:
Screen Protectors

Just wanted to check again. Anyone use any of these brand screen protectors before. I am thinking the Skinomi or the Aurum. Thanks

Any favs?

http://www.amazon.com/Skinomi-TechS...2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1317218332&sr=1-2

http://www.amazon.com/SONY-S1-Prote...UTF8&qid=1316616596&sr=8-31&tag=5336653508-20

http://www.amazon.com/Tablet-Carbon...=UTF8&qid=1316616674&sr=8-4&tag=5336653508-20

http://www.amazon.com/Sony-SGPFLS1-...=UTF8&qid=1316616552&sr=8-6&tag=5336653508-20
[Sony Tablet S] dougb444:
Cleaning Tip

So I finally found something that cleans this tablet.

I was cleaning my camera with a Cannon Camera Cleaning kit (had to buy it a few years when a got a camera very dirty). It has a Len Cleaning Fluid bottle and a special cloth. So I tried it and wow it works great! Nothing else has seemed to work.

So if you have one laying around it works.

Looks like this

http://www.amazon.com/Canon-Optical-Digital-Cleaning-Microfiber/dp/B002HINLN6
[Sony Tablet S] reeser:
fyi firefox 7 is now out for android, so far really impressed it is silky smooth for me. I would still prefer chrome (no idea why google doesnt put out a chrome browser) but nice to have firefox back and actually working well.
[Sony Tablet S] winnerzero:
have been using this for a few days now and wow, i'm so glad i got this! this is a really great tablet that i can't stop showing off to friends...everything is smooth, feels really great in the hand and nice to type on when on a flat surface...this is the best tablet out there imo! remote control feature is awesome n the only thing i find annoying right now is that video and music unlimited services are up n running yet...don't get it, if they have it for android phones, how come they can't use it for android tablets?....

still, by far the best experience i've had using a tablet compared to ipad2, galaxy tab 7" n asus transformer...good work sony...it really is like a vaio laptop, walkman, e-reader and games console all in one neat package.
[Sony Tablet S] xperiax10.awesome:
hi guys, i just got the chance to play with the demo set in Singapore..n now m more confused between sony n samsung tab !!!

the thing which is bothering me most is the VOLUME of sony S...its far below standard !!!

Need genuine suggestions :-(
[Sony Tablet S] reeser:
The sound or control position :) Cause the location of the rocker annoys the crap at me tough to turn it up. I use headphones so actual sound doesnt bother me, it could be better but its not horrible.
[Sony Tablet S] winnerzero:
For me, the volume is absolutely not a problem. Very loud and crisp sound, especially after turning on xLoud. Just go into settings in the music player and turn on xLoud - its very good and hardly ever do i need to turn volume all the way up. Definitely the sony tablet s over the samsungs. Not a fan of the ipad clone look and feel, plus you have access to all of sony's content offerings incl playstation suite when its released. Remote control for tv is awesome as well.
[Sony Tablet S] corrado85:
coming from ipad > acer inconia a500 > sony tablet s

being some what labeled a 'sony diehard' fan..

My initial impression: 7/10

I like:

future ps1 gaming capability

dedicated remote control app / ir blaster

design

dislike:

external screen is not glass, but plastic= highly scratchable and i am not a fan of having to use plastic flims to protect screen when the glass is superb

no hdmi
[Sony Tablet S] reeser:
It is actually glass atleast that is what sony keeps saying, it feels like plastic to me but dunno.

https://forum.sel.sony.com/viewtopic.php?f=110&t=11075

"The Sony Tablet features a 9.4” durable touch screen glass and is not acrylic, plexiglass or plastic. "
[Sony Tablet S] xperiax10.awesome:
finally ordered mine in Singapore, 16GB model at S$698 including cradle, screen protector and black cover case!!

sent via awesome aRc..
[Sony Tablet S] xaviorffviii:
screen

I've had the Tablet S for 2 weeks or so, and the screen has held up really well so far. Im not a fan of screen protectors for anything, my droid x has never had one, and only gets a minor scratch every 6 months or so. I've already dropped the tablet from 4-5 feet a couple times on wood floors(not on purpose) and no scratches or dents. Of course it'll never go through the abuse my phone gets every day in my pocket and job sites(home improvement contractor), so i'll never truly be able to compare. And yea it's glass not plastic, put your finger nail inbetween the edge and feel the edge of the screen, it's definitely glass.
[Sony Tablet S] gerald27:
How come you paid a dollor more than others?

($668 + $29 = $697)

Btw, where did you pre-ordered urs from?
[Sony Tablet S] xperiax10.awesome:
:-)

in tampines, Singapore..Sony Store

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[Sony Tablet S] corrado85:
It can be scratched. And the fingers don't swipe on screen easily because of traction. On glass it's easy to swipe finger across the pane.

This is definitely plastic.
[Sony Tablet S] forzanerazzurri:
Heres a pro tip. Look at the edge of the screen and notice how there is a "factory applied" screen protector on the screen, most likely serving as a shatter shield. All Sony Ericsson Xperia phones have them. The screen IS glass, but it feels like plastic because it has this protector on top. Feel free to take it off, but I wouldnt.
[Sony Tablet S] derf09:
I would have to agree with the above statement. I believe it is mineral glass and does come with a factory type film which is an anti-shatter film. I personally don't like screen protectors either but I hate glare more than anything. So I did get the Sony screen protector and can say I do like the redused glare and fingerprints wipe off pretty easy.
[Sony Tablet S] sservati:
+1 I can't agree more that the original sony screen protector is a good addition!
[Sony Tablet S] corrado85:
are you saying we all get a free screen protector pre-installed?
[Sony Tablet S] derf09:
There is a plastic film put on from the factory but it's more to keep the glass from shattering into pieces if it is dropped and the glass happens to break. The way I understand it, is that it is not a screen protector like the Sony original anti-glare that I personally use.
[Sony Tablet S] dougb444:
Compared to Xoom

Brought it over for someone to check out who has a Xoom. The second he saw it he said "wow the screen is so much better, does it have higher resolution or something". And I have to say it did look much, much better. His looked dull and fuzzy compared to the Sony.
[Sony Tablet S] dougb444:
browser

So what browser is the built-in one then. It looks like chrome.

---------- Post added at 11:23 AM ---------- Previous post was at 11:20 AM ----------

I just tried a good plastic cleaner that i use on my moto helmet on it and it actually worked pretty good. So maybe...
[Sony Tablet S] saiyolang:
I believe it is Chrome.
[Sony Tablet S] cp_kirkley:
It isn't free, but I purchased mine from a brick and mortor SonyStyle (Edison, NJ) and the sales rep installed the screen protector for me, while I waited in store, and while using the store's wifi to update me to 3.2 while I watched 3d TV demo. He did a great job, and the screen protector works fantastic.

Overall I love the device, but am Frustrated about a few things... namely why there is a Playstation app for android, but not downloadable in America? Second, what programs are you using to access files on an SD? Has anyone been having trouble staying connected to a wireless network? I was sitting maybe 11 feet from an airport extreme and it kept dropping out.

Lastly, has anyone been able to get Gameboid working? I'm lost without my Advance Wars...:(
[Sony Tablet S] pcoulson:
Hi,

The installed browser is the stock Android browser with some tweaks which Sony made. The tweaks make the standard page render quickly, leaving flash objects to load last.

Google ARE releasing a Chrome browser for Android soon, though - looking forward to it!
[Sony Tablet S] saiyolang:
Thanks for the info.

For the people that has issue with the browser closing.

Disable the quickview option under the setting to see if this helps.
[Sony Tablet S] dougb444:
Thanks. I tried Firefox out on a published ArcGIS server web service and I had to tap and hold for it to register anything. I can just tab on the built-in browser. Then if I held too long the box would pop up asking if i wanted to save as an image.

Not sure if this is an issue for any other pages.
[Sony Tablet S] Maedhros:
Here is my view comparing it to the Jetstream.

Screen: The Jetstream screen looks much nicer. It also "feels" nicer when you use it. The screen on the jetstream is crisper and seems to look nicer when viewing videos. The Jetstream also seems to respond to touch input better.

Volume: VERY LOW on the Sony tablet as compared to the Jetstream tablet.

Usability: Seems like despite having HTC Sense on the Jetstream, the jetstream is still faster + smoother. On top of that HTC Sense adds a whole level of new functionality. Plus the Jetstream has the pen.

Design: The Design of the S is... nice. However the Jetstream feels better. More solid and more comfortable. ofcourse this is personal.

Overall I would say that comparing the Tablet S to the Ipad2 and the Jetstream that the Tablet S is no real comparison to either of them.

I would rate it a 6/10.
[Sony Tablet S] ruddogg:
Hi All,

So I just got my Sony Tablet S 16gb from ebay yesterday. I came from a Rooted Xoom 3G. I just sold the Xoom last week because I heard that the Xoom 2 is rumored to release soon & wanted to offload my Xoom before it's not worth anything. I've had the Xoom since release in April. FWIW, I LOVED my Xoom, I chose it over the iPad2. I bought the iPad2 for my wife & myself when it first release. She LOVES the iPad2 & hardly ever turns her laptop on anymore. However, I didn't like the limited iOS, so I chose the Xoom. I can say I loved the Xoom, was VERY good to me, a lot more versatile than the iPad2. It was rooted & on Honeycomb 3.2 and overclocked to 1.6ghz.

So I can honestly compared the Sony Tablet S to both the Xoom & the iPad2. I think the biggest con with the Sony at the moment is that no one has gotten root on it...I think that will make it the best tablet out there.

The screen colors/display is MUCH better than the Xoom, comparable if not better than the iPad2.

There is no lag scrolling thru the homescreens even though it's not overclocked due to not being rooted.

It is quite a shame that it didn't come with a micro USB cable.

For everyone that asked, YES it will play videos off the SD card, Rockplayer will practically everything, I've used Rockplayer on my HTC Thunderbolt, Xoom, Droid Incredible (previous). Like someone else has said, it's under mnt/sdcard 2. If for some reason Rockplayer doesn't play it, use Moboplayer. They're both free in the Market.

Someone else asked, will paid apps from the Google market download, answer is YES, if you purchased in the Market, it will automatically download once you set it up. If you have Amazon Apps, download that & download all your apps there for free too. Just like any other Android device.

Wifi - yes I had that issue too when the screen turned off, wifi disconnected, like the one person said, just go change it under settings & do a restart, and wifi won't disconnect when the screen turns off.

As for the apps & the Sony UI, it's nice, the Remote App is ok, I was able to set up my Panasonic Plasmas no prob, as well as my AT&T U-Verse set top box, along with my Harman Kardon A/V receiver. All connected no probs. I do wish it can control the PS3 too.

One negative about the app drawer though, after you download the apps from the Market, it's just puts the app icons in the order they were downloaded, not by alphabetical or anything. You can sort it A-Z, but it becomes a 2 column app drawer instead of the normal grid. If you want to keep it as a grid, it's all the in order they were downloaded from the market, which is kind of annoying.

All in all, it's a good tablet, I was tempted to get the Galaxy Tab 10.1, I may still get that on ebay, then decide between the 2 & sell the other one back on ebay. But so far, the Sony Tablet S has been solid. I miss the root of my Xoom, but hopefully some developer will come along and root this bad boy.
[Sony Tablet S] xperiax10.awesome:
Sony Tablet S vs Asus Eee Pad Transformer

link:

http://www.gforgames.com/gadgets/sony-tablet-s-vs-asus-transformer-14988/
[Sony Tablet S] dougb444:
Music Unlimited

The Music Unlimited app is now up and running. I got it all setup but when I went to login i had to create a new account -- and of course it wants my CC info. Will probably start charging me at 181 days. So I did not enter it yet and have not tried the app yet. Anyone?
[Sony Tablet S] xperiax10.awesome:
finally I got my Sony Tablet, m in Singapore.

So far my experience is good, its definitily better than galaxy tab n obviously ipads..

touch interface is quite good, nice n smooth scrolling.

Some issues:

1. default browser automatically closes sometimes, using dolphin n mozilla anyways.

2. wifi getting disconnected, due to screen time out, alreadu changed the settings but no solution.

sent via awesome aRc (rooted 2.3.4)
[Sony Tablet S] thatu:
I would like to know from those already own the S, have all the issues found be ironed out yet (WiFi, etc ..) I want to buy one but should I wait a bit more ? Perhaps until the 3G model is out or until the P is out so I can compare the two ?

Thanks in advance
[Sony Tablet S] arw01:
What's the latest on the S tablet?

Everyone still loving their tablets?
[Sony Tablet S] cow138:
The sony tablet s is great, I just dun like the idea that I am restricted to the charging it at home. There is no portable charger available for love or money. Just feels naked without being able to plug it into a usb for some needed juice.

Battery life is not exactly great. Dunno whether its a new toy syndrome or not.

Alas the back pabel is starting to creak . Crap. Thinking of sending it back to the service centre to get to fix it.
[Sony Tablet S] motorsportgod:
Got mine 3 days ago. I love it. N9ne emulator works like a charm and movies play awesome
[Sony Tablet S] optimgr:
questions about tablets

Ok everyone, Ive pretty much decided to get a Sony tablet S. I have a few questions though. This will be my 1st tablet & I'm torn between the 16gb & the 32gb. How much space do apps take up? Do I really need to spend the extra $ on the 32 gb version? I am planning on storing all my music & movies& books on sd cards anyway. I'll probably post more once I get the tablet with other questions that arise so thanks in advance for all the help.
[Sony Tablet S] pauLegend:
I would get the 32gb, if u go on vacation and run out of memory on a camera or something, you can simply off load to the tab s w/o bringing the laptop b/c of the sd slot!
[Sony Tablet S] reeser:
Well you have like 4 gigs set aside for apps and appears to be plenty, my tablet is loaded with numerous apps and havent had a problem. If you plan on storing alot of music and movies (books dont take up much) then may as well go for the 32gig if you have the $ and then you can always buy an sdcard too :)
[Xoom Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] smsmasters:
Before I flash a custom ROM onto my untouched Xoom UK Wi-Fi only how do I backup its current state? At the moment it is on stock 3.1.

How do I flash a custom recovery such as CWM Rogue Recovery v1.1.1 or ClockworkMod 3.2.0.0? Can I just install clockworkmod from the market and flash it from there or does it have to be flashed via fastboot?

Which is the best 3.2 ROM at the moment which has overclocking enabled?

P.S. I've already read many threads and have an idea what to do next but I just want to make sure before I do anything!

Thanks! :eek:
[Xoom Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] okantomi:
The thread to read in its entirety is the Xoom Heaven thread, #2 in the General section.That will answer 95% of your questions.
[Xoom Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] smsmasters:
Thanks I'll check it out! :)
[Xoom Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] okantomi:
By the way, I really love the configuration in my signature. I love everything that Team Tiamat has done, to date. And they are terrific, helpful guys. The Team Rogue are great too, just going in a little different direction, but their kernel works with the Tiamat Rom, in otherwords, they all cooperate and we win.
[Desire HD Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] cybersat_surfer:
I got a HTC Desire HD from my friend a few days back. It is on GB 2.3.3, with s/w number 2.37.720.3 (Indian Version).

First,

Could this version be downgraded or rooted by any means? Can i use a Goldcard to change the firmware ?

Second,

I noticed the one of the dual LEDs at the rear was'nt functioning, the bottom LED does'nt work. Is it normal and can be made to work properly or is the LED blown out?

Please help me!:confused:
[Desire HD Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] affinity121:
Yes you will need to downgrade then root. Plenty of guides on the forums.
[Desire HD Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Lewelynn:
Downgrade and rooting guide:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=936214

I haven't noticed this before, or heard about it, seems to be hardware related.
[Motorola Droid Bionic] edw00rd:
So to give a little history I have a Droid 1 rooted with CM6, that boots my custom made Ubuntu 10.04 ARM image from it's SD Micro. Well, I upgraded to a Droid Bionic this last week and decided to jump into root right away, which went very smoothly using petes root tools one click method. Then the hack came out for using the wifi hotspot, and that worked just fine, then I removed the bloatware, no issues... but then when trying to run the ubuntu.sh script to create a "chroot" environment for Ubuntu (androlinux.com), I found that the device does not support loopback devices out of the box, rooted or not. And when the device rebooted... it just hung on to the Moto Dual Core splash screen and refused to boot. No matter what I did I could not get the thing to boot back up, eventually after 2 hours of pulling the battery and trying to recover through the built in "recovery" with no luck... I sped down to my local verizon HQ and had them take a look... they were also unable to get the phone to boot and ultimately replaced my 6 day old Bionic.... Just a warning to those of you who may be looking to go this route, probably should wait for a full on custom recovery and rooted rom before trying to boot any ARM images.

My my old Bionic RIP.... :(
[Motorola Droid Bionic] Brenardo:
Pretty dickheaded move in my opinion. I see that you mad no effort here to get support on getting your device to boot. Another fine example of how people suck. IMHO