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[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] EL TEJANO:
After trying a bevy of these voice command apps I can say they all suck. Half the time it has no idea what I said or assumes I said something else.

My wife on the other hand continues to "try" to use them & I secretly laugh inside when all I hear her say is "Oh come on, wtf!!!, I didn't ask for that!!!" lol.

What we really need is an app that works like the time when a computer played against contestants on Jeopardy. It wasn't fault proof but it worked way better then the current voice command apps we have now.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] stretchwookie:
watson spanked em. was awesome. if our phones could access knowledge with THOSE kind of algorithms and server space, apple would close shop tomorrow.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] EL TEJANO:
It was created by IBM right? Google needs to partner with them to get it rolling
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] Zurginator:
I believe Watson neither understood the spoken questions, nor generated voice responses: all of those were done through people typing.

In addition, it still wouldn't work that great, because all he is is a massive info server, looking for the correct answer, similar to Google searching -- he wasn't actually thinking.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] EL TEJANO:
Actually Watson recognized the question being asked & did generate voice responses without any type of human manual input.

In terms of thinking, it depends on how you define it: Was it able to analyze data & come to the best possible conclusion? Yes.

Was it cognitive (self aware) or have a capacity for creativity? No
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] _MetalHead_:
After owning an iPhone 4S for a couple weeks now my biggest complaint is how crappy Siri is. It never works right, it can't look up a simple address for me, and god forbid I ask it to look up a phone number that's not in my contacts list. Coming from Android, I am used to saying "call [business name, town]" or "navigate to [business name, town]" and it works the first time, EVERY TIME. Seriously, I don't know how people deal with this but I almost threw my iPhone out the window today. I used to use voice commands all the damn time with Android, I feel like I have lost that ability completely. Apple made such a big deal about how revolutionary Siri is and I'm calling BS. Android's voice actions work a hell of a lot better.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] stretchwookie:
ACTUALLY! Watson was fed the answer in text form, but his responses were audible. and i know he was just a massive server (i said it above). what do you think siri is? she isnt making up the answers... they have to be programmed. and not every single question or action can be stored locally, she must be going online somewhere. try out someones siri with wifi, and without. she works MUST fast with wifi on, even if the question isnt location based. if Google could get their hands on Watson level search algorithms, Majel would KILL siri.

P.S., i REALLY hope i can call her "Computer" :cool:
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] deedscreen:
It's gonna seem cool! If you want to see reviews of most of the current competitors --- google "Jay Burke ACSyndicate Siri Competitors" and read my article...
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] beezar:
Yeah, I'm wondering what percentage of Iphone 4s users actually use Siri regularly to do things. And not because they are Apple fans, but because they actually find it easier to use then doing it manually. Always seemed like a gimmick to me.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] stretchwookie:
i feel this way too. my friend can ask siri to do something for him, and ill start to do it manually AFTER ive heard his request, and im always done first... typing, searching, memos, you name it. i think it may be nice for a hands free situation, but siri is forever slow on 3g, slower than my e4gt's voice software. i think its because siri is so polished, she takes forever to do anything :confused:
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] SuperSwagSauce:
My GF uses it to set alarms and that's about it lol.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] _MetalHead_:
That's about all Siri can do.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] afinch1992:
i think apple really rushed siri to make the 4s more appealing. this technology is promising though
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] stretchwookie:
siri was actually available as an app on the appstore ~1 year before the 4s came out. it wasnt as nice, but it was its own app. apple saw its popularity and potential, bought the company who developed siri, and took her AWAY from existing siri customers in order to use her to sell iphones... now THATS some bull...

Apple has bad business ethics
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] peare:
I think it is coming.

http://www.expansys-usa.com/asus-ee...w8Q-T2vxwCUAPpqcBBlJ.Vj9BQ&ito=LKSdZCX6Je2w8Q
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] wynand32:
Well, we know it's coming... The real question is, when?!?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] new2q9c:
And where? LOL! :D
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] blaziner18:
lol what? am i missing something here? or did you just join the forums today?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] peare:
C'mon guys, I wasnt born yesterday. I meant soon... I already am aware of all the brouhaha! waiting for my Prime myself from BB.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] blaziner18:
i don't get how the link gives you the idea that its coming soon though.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Balthazar B:
Wishful thinking.

Anyway, they have no docks that can be ordered. Nice tablet, but incomplete without the keyboard. And so reasonable to wait until they're both available in quantity. February?

Of course, by then more information about the rumored next-gen Samsung tablet will be out, so I can be patient.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] SwissyChief:
Because it says "COMING SOON" in big red letters. THAT'S GOTTA MEAN SOMETHING!!!!
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] smachine:
I ordered from expansys yesterday for $440 after coupons. Still no update on when its shipping. Deal is dead for $440, but I can help whoever wants one for $465 if needed. Just PM me your email
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] blaziner18:
ooooh yes! how could i have forgotten the legal term *COMING SOON* well, good catch OP. I guess that means were getting one by the 19th for sure!
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] oasis9389:
I decided to preorder on this site as it was my only option at this point. all other stores have canceled their preorders.

what is the coupon code you are using?

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I aslo sent in an inquiry about my order to the their customer service. i'll let you know of any reply i get.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] BiGMERF:
please share the coupons !
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] oasis9389:
only one i see online is 20$ off a 500$ purchase. and i guess since this is "499" it won't work for this.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] BiGMERF:
exactly.. didnt work for me.. even when i added a 5 dollar item
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] oasis9389:
i never heard of this site. anyone ever use it? it seems pretty reliable there are a lot of reviews raving about their service.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] xXxDieselxXx:
Reviews show it's very reliable also the site has a forum which is a good sign as well.

Here is the coupon: 20OFFLS to get $20 off for orders higher than $500

You can add a micro SD card for $5.49 to get higher than $500 :D

http://www.expansys-usa.com/sandisk-4gb-microsdhc-card-microsd-4gb-class4-216529/
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] aawshads:
This must be a campaign for the champagne, lol... Pre-order for Champaign!!

Does it bother anyone else they can't even spell the color right? That is the name of a town in Illinois.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] BiGMERF:
check over in the galaxy nexus area.. plenty of people have ordered there galaxy nexus from them and report great results. i put in a pre-order in case some crap happens with gamestop. i may cancel gamestop and save the 50 dollars in tax
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] xXxDieselxXx:
I wish I knew who will get it first Frys or Expansys :D
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] beavertank:
Well, after having my Best Buy preorder cancelled and getting no response from executive customer support I'm ready to say screw them and try throwing my hat in with expansys. With no tax and the $20 off coupon I end up saving about $45 anyway.

So maybe I don't get it until my birthday in mid-January... thanks to BB being a bunch of $^@%!## I wouldn't have anyway (I'm not bitter, no, not at all!)

Edit: The confirmation email, with the line that says, "To see the status of your order at any time please visit : <Enter URL>" doesn't exactly inspire confidence. But if you're all sure they're legit, I guess it's worth a shot.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Haro912:
That was my first thought too lol. I was like "How do I check the status?" Then I just bookmarked my status page :p and took a screeny of my order confirmation
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Haro912:
Anyone else who order from expansys have this as there order information? I wish they add an estimated date of when it should ship.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] BiGMERF:
mines says the same except mines say 485.. but i called and they said the 23rd.. to check back next week..
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Haro912:
Ok and yeah I didn't use a coupon code or anything. I just wanted to get it ordered. Didn't know when they were going to shut down the preorders lol
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] needtoride:
How much was shipping?

Man...I already have pre orders at JR and Frys. Don't know what I'm going to do. This is crazy...
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Haro912:
I don't have anything marked for shipping. I'm just getting a flat $499.99 price :)
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] BiGMERF:
http://www.expansys-usa.com/delivery.aspx

"We use FedEx and USPS for our methods of shipment. The weight and cost of a product determine the shipping method when opting for Free Ground Shipping. We also have a few other ways to get your shiny new purchase to your door even quicker.

Next Day:

For those in a hurry to get their hands on the latest gadget, next day delivery is available. This costs more, but means you get your tech as soon as possible.

2nd Day Delivery:

In a hurry but want to spend a little less? FedEx 2nd Day Air can have your new purchase to you in 2 days if you order an in stock product before 3PM CST.

Free Delivery:

For all regular orders you'll be given the choice of free standard delivery; if you are happy to wait a few days (standard delivery typically takes from 3 to 7 working days from dispatch) then choose this option, and you won't have to pay any extra."
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Mcoupe:
I too am a little uneasy about this company.

I tried calling them 4 times yesterday and waited on hold for a half hour each time. No answer. I have heard some good things about eXpansys, BUT also hear they have horrible customer service. Getting no answer on the phone 4 times makes me nervous.

Of we have problems with our prime, who do we have to deal with, expansys? That doesn't make me comfortable. I also put a comment on my order......could you please tell me if expansys plans on receiving shippment during the week of Dec 19... nothing.

Btw, I was able to order the grey prime. Although every link from Google took me to the champagne color.

I hope this experience goes well, at least I am not alone....lol

Sent from rooted OG evo
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Haro912:
I emailed them yesterday and have yet to hear back. Gonna give it a few days. Has anyone had any news that it may come sooner than the 23rd?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] BiGMERF:
I ws able to get through yesterday after being on hold nearly an hr.. i played like 20 gaes of mw3..lol. anyway was told the 23rd.. if Gs gets it first i will simply cancel
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Haro912:
I'm hoping BB will have some in my local store... From what I read it doesn't look good but I was told by a rep that they will have it Friday :)
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] hbk19:
I was able to use the $20 off coupon, but that's because eXpansys Canada has the Prime for $509 at check out. It's the only way for me to get it in Champagne, so I have to rely on them.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Mcoupe:
So has anyone dealt with expansys? Are we getting screwed, and these people are taking orders when they get the prime in mid January or later like everyone else.

Has anyone been able to get some one on the phone, and how hard was it? I am just kinda concerned in case any of us have a problem and we have to deal with expansys.

I was also worried when I received my email and no link was provided to check my order status.

Well I guess like everyone else, I have a pre order and also plan to start hunting this thing down online and in stores.....I guess starting Friday.

Good luck guys!
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Haro912:
I got an email from Expansys today on my way home from Best Buy/Five Guys Burgers and Fries.

So there is a bit of good news. They did get everything I sent them and I have heard from them. When I have to inform them of me making the change I will try calling first and see if they can give me an ETA. This is a good sign though!!! Means they started processing my order:) Took around to days if anyone cares
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] curreyr:
might be good news, or ... it took them two days to realize your billing and shipping addresses differ (that's a red-flag for fraud and hence the need for confirmations).
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Haro912:
Well I was told when checking out using two different address that I would have to do some sort of confirmation. I've been waiting for it since I clicked submit to buy it :p

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I also got this email that I just noticed. It got filtered while the other didn't...

I got this email ~ the same time as the other one. For sure need to get on the phone with someone and get this straightened out. Might have to do with the addresses but no ideas as of yet.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] BiGMERF:
over in the galaxy nexus forum a ton of people ordere form them and reported great service.. I also think they are legit, since they told me the 23rd for the Prime and now Gamestop is calling the preorder customers saying the same thing
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Mcoupe:
Damn, I got nothing. I ordered yesterday (Dec 14) so I guess I am after you guys.

Can u let us know if you have a hard time contacting them. I have called, and emailed, nothing.

Thanks and good luck
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] toyotaking88:
Well I went ahead and ordered a TF Prime from expansys tonight and I haven't gotten any kind of release date yet but I will keep everyone updated if I do receive a date. Also has anyone heard if all pre orders will be filled and shipped from the first shipment from Asus or will we have to wait for Asus to send multiple shipments to fill all the pre orders? I am just wondering if we can expect it to come before Christmas. Are their any other site accepting pre orders?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] strikethreeout:
They definitely are legit.

The problem is when will they ship. For all we know, they could ship these in January, way past everyone else.

I don't see them fulfilling all of their pre-orders. I can't see how it is possible to have enough stock for all of these requests. (being the only site that is taking pre-orders AND being up for about a week so far)
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Haro912:
I'm on hold with them right now I'll try and get some information as to when they will ship to us and when we can expect to receive. Well....****.... Just got off of the phone with customer service.... Guy said they pushed the date back to mid January today...
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Blueman101:
http://nooooooooooooooo.com/
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Haro912:
This made me lawl. But yeah I got every straightened out with my issues with them and I asked him if he knew when I would be receiving my Prime and he said it looks like it was pushed back to mid Jan today... I wish I wasn't a dumbass and asked if that was via Asus or them...
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] oasis9389:
GTFOOH.. dam this effing sucks..

gonna have to hunt one down at a gamestop next week.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Haro912:
Yeah they are prolly gonna be hard to get ahold of in store though. Since even internet suppliers are having trouble sending them out.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] BiGMERF:
If this is true then F them! I have a preorder in with gamestop. so i will have to cancel this one
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] strikethreeout:
Maybe that's an estimate for your pre-order specifically?

Or was he saying, in general, that's when we'll first start shipping?

Mid-January seems a little extreme.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] BarryH_GEG:
Expansys is a niche reseller specializing in imported electronics. They don't deal in large volumes and most of their inventory (since it's international) is sourced from their UK and EU affiliates rather than manufacturers directly. They probably rank in the bottom 25% of Asus resellers based on volume. Expansys was a long shot for the Prime to begin with.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Haro912:
Didn't ask. Just kind of accepted got sad and hung up :-( sorry
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] toyotaking88:
This blows I just ordered mine last night from them I called best buy to try to get some info to see if they would have them in store but all she had to say was that they showed 0 stock in their warehouse and store. She did tell me I could go into the store and preorder it lol I dont think she knows what the heck she is talking about.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] phoenix573:
I got the following response from Expansys-USA:

I then asked when they expect to ship the Prime and got the following response:

Then shortly afterwards, I got another mail from them stating:

The problem I have is I am an international buyer, I normally use my credit card or Paypal to do payments and they seem to not accept either. I have not done a wire transfer before overseas.

Is this advisable and is there anything special that needs to be done with regards to wire transfers?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Mcoupe:
Well I guess like everyone else with a preorder from expansys, I plan to keep my order. I will try and hunt the thing down online and in the stores in the meantime. I know its just a tablet, but its been a long time since I have been exicted about something for Xmas, and it doesn't look like that will happen. This sucks! Lol.

Unlike you guys, I feel really SCREWED. I have called at least 10 Gamestops in my area, Staples, and Best Buy. No one knew what I was talking about. Every Gamestop thought I was talking about the video game, and then after I explained what the prime was, they told me Gamestop doesn't sell tablets. Staples, also no clue, and best buy seemed in a hurry to get me off the phone each time. Geez I may spend $500 in gas driving around trying to find this thing...lol

I even offered to buy lunch for the people at gamestop if someone doesn't pick up their preorder....lol. The Guy just laughed and said sorry we don't sell tablets. Wtf...lol.

Man, if it takes till the end of January I may just wait a few weeks and see what Samsung, HTC, and Apple will have in February.....maybe not the apple.

Good luck guys, any help or direction would be much appreciated. I will post any info I find in the next few days.

Merry Christmas ...I guess.

Sent from rooted Evo running CM7
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] clenz:
The Expansys Product managers are responding in their forum with updates. Unfortunately, so far they have only indicated that UK with be 1st week in Jan, but it does seem that they will post there when they do get an actual date.

- sorry, can't put in link based on post count.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Mcoupe:
Well after spending much time on the phone with various retailers, I found 2 gamestops (in an adjacent state) that "plan" on having the prime Dec 23. I was told that they will have 4-5 in each store. They usually get their daily shippments between 10am and noon. Then it will be first come first serve. The two gamestops I found to have the prime get 20-30 calls a day asking about their stock, so the cat is out of the bag. I plan to be at one store and the old lady at another and try our luck.

My parents are out shopping now and have them going to BB and staples. Ill let you all know how that goes.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Jez2cool:
Just talk to a rep and they said it was pushed back to mid January..smh!
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] oasis9389:
yea this expansys preorder is dead i think.. you should be able to pick this thing up in 7-11 before you get it from expansys.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Haro912:
Anyone hear from these guys lately?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] hbk19:
They won't get any stock until mid-late January.
[HTC EVO 3D] lilajrestnom:
I have an epic 4g so I'm not familiar with things around these forums

But my cuzin got a 3d and wants me to root it

So anyone can lead me towards the right thread for rooting cuz I couldn't find it

And what exactly is the difference between the cdma and gsm developments?

Thanks everyone
[HTC EVO 3D] thizzlemania91:
B4 we start What hboot is your cuz?And gsm dev is for tmobile and ATT. Cdma for sprint or Verizon.
[HTC EVO 3D] lilajrestnom:
I knew there would b something complicated to it lol

Well its sprint so I know to only check cdma forums

But I don't have the phone with me ill get it tomorrow but how do I tell what hboot? And what r other factors that determine what way I need to use to root it? Like does soft ware version or anything like that matter?
[HTC EVO 3D] Twolazyg:
Uncheck fastboot - menu>settings>power>fastboot

Turn the phone off

Hold power + volume down to boot into hboot.

The only thing that matters for rooting the phone is hboot for now.
[Streak 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Damin777:
im using a custom rom (MID1 ANDROID VERSION 2.3.3) that i updated from zip in my dell boot loader

how can i use the .pkg file..

is there a way to boot from PC via USB ?

or is it boot from SD ?
[Streak 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] marvin02:
You must flash a stock recovery to use a .pkg file. Put the package you want on your SD Card and rename it upgrade.pkg. Flash the recovery that matches the stock rom you want to install, go into recovery mode and then select the second option. The package on the sd card will install.

This is the same as doing a factory reset - you will lose all your settings and apps.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] sharkgoal:
While i am a noob for Android/Smartphones, I am kinda a geek for pc's... With that in mind, I ask: Why doesn't someone create a program that can be downloaded and placed on a SD card that will run during a smartphones boot up that will start the phone in a "Safe mode" and allow users to fix them.

I currently have a Samsung that keeps freezing when the logo appears. I have attempted to perform a "Soft reset" but it still freezes. I don't know were to turn, so here I am....

I apologize if I have posted this in the wrong forum... Any help with were i should go from here will be greatly appreciated.:eek:
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] RL77LUC:
It's a good idea. If this is maked, It maybe amazing !
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] decimusmaximus7:
Does the ebay app have to be running to get notifications? I am not getting any of the auction ending soon notifications that I have set on 5 minutes before.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] appdroid:
well idk about manual alerts but i get alerts for outbid or ending soon stuff like that.:D
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] CZ Eddie:
Mine only needs me to have logged into the app at some point.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] decimusmaximus7:
OK, its working now. All I had to do was disable the notifications, exit the app, restart the app and re-enable notifications.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] decimusmaximus7:
Missed another one today. This is really unreliable.