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[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] abezapata:
I have been using swiftkey x for the past 3-4 months on my cappy and now on my AGS2 for almost two months. It works the same on both. You should maybe try changing your swiftkey x settings to rapid style typing if you have not already done so.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Edgarhighman:
The only thing missing on all these keyboards (that SlideIT has) is the ability to change long press duration by the milisecond!

Normally I had mine at .25 ms (cause you tap a key fast normally when you type)

So .25 is a quarter-second hold to get numbers etc. from qwerty keys SO helpful! Wish my SlideIT wasn't crashing :(
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] gr8hairy1:
Here's a easy test to see if these issues are software or hardware/something else. If you have a compatible rom (not cm7 based) try entropy512's new kernal. As seh6183 tried shoving down people's throats, I mean pointed out, the international roms fix the calibration issues. Entropy added the fix into his kernel and it's been a night and day difference for me while on i777 based roms.

If the new kernal doesn't fix the issue for you, it's not a guarantee it's hardware, but at least you won't have to wonder if flashing an international rom is the only software fix available.

Check it out and post your results for everyone.

Sent from my páhhōniē
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] dnorthington:
How much RAM is it using when you look at running apps? Both th ics keyboards from the market use a lot. I've seen 30-60 MB after awhile.

The SHOstock and new version of unnamed based off the 2.3.6 leak seem to help with the accuracy of the touchscreen overall.

Entropys latest kernel is another factor.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] rmyc:
dunno bout you guys, but i like using the HTC keyboard
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] matt310:
Just wanted to say thanks for the tips, guys. I flashed the UnNamed 2.1.1 ROM and have installed the ICS Keyboard linked previously, and it's much better now. I also got rid of SwiftKey, SmartKeyboard Pro, Keyboard from Gingerbread, and SlideIt since none of them are (imho) as good as the ICS keyboard.

I appreciate the help!

Matt
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] raduque:
The only keyboard I'm accurate with is the stock one. Doesn't matter what rom I'm on (tried stock, ICScreweD and ICS'd OUT! and I'm currently on Unnamed v2.1.0), every keyboard except the stocker is really inaccurate.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] mtucker:
fanfreakingtastic is the only way to describe the improvement the ICS keyboard gave me. I have been using it for a few days now and I can type like the wind again. The built-in correction is good, but for me the accuracy is awesome (no more need to hit the letter on the top half to get the correct letter).
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] tboooe:
I agree. The ICS keyboard is nice. It can even break up words that I happen to type together by mistake.

Is it worth getting the paid version?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] alias3800:
I have the paid version, and some of the features (like touch to correct) seem necessary to me :)

However, while typing has gotten a lot more accurate with this keyboard, I still don't feel it's good enough. I'm still running stock on this phone; will changing roms help with touch screen accuracy or maybe RAM usage of these keyboards? I.e. will it help the whole typing experience?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] alias3800:
Maybe the "donation" one takes up more ram or something... I'm trying the free one now and it seems to be working so much better. Holy crap.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] LMaui:
I switched to the SlideIT keyboard and issues are gone. I do not like the SlideIT as well as swype though most people say the slideit is better. It seems much more hesitant to me.

Oh, Good night (even though it's morning here)
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] tboooe:
PAID ICS Keyboard lags??

It seems to lag a bit more than the free version. Anyone else having this issue???
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] alias3800:
Yeah stick with the free one, there's something in the donation version that causes the auto correct to suffer. It might very well be the "touch to correct" feature
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] matt310:
I'm not sure what happened, but after updating to the UnNamed ROM 2.2.1 the keyboard accuracy sucks again. Doesn't matter what keyboard I use. Anyone else dealing with this?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] gr8hairy1:
It matters what kernel you're using. Try entropy512's latest. Should get everything squared away for you.

Sent from my páhhōniē
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] ChuckaDucky:
I used SwiftKey X for a little while and it seemed off. I tried a bunch of other keyboards until I stumbled upon A.I.Type Keyboard and I got it mainly because it had a metro style keyboard (that I absolutely love compared to the stock android ones). I used the free version which is a 15 day trial and only used the metro skin. I absolutely love it and I highly recommend it. Its customizable too!

A.I.Type Keyboard Plus

EDIT: I use MIUI 1.12.30 with Siyah Kernal 2.6.3
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] autonomous-inc:
Ok, so I've tried damn near every keyboard, and I gotta say, AI Keyboard is by the far the best. Like Swiftkey it has an advanced auto correct engine that really works, and like Smartkeyboard it has very accurate keypresses.

Two caveats with the keyboard is that it doesn't have a dedicated comma button, and it doesn't automatically add a space after punctuation, which is sortof annoying when you wanna type fast.

EDIT: one more caveat - it does have a slight lag on occasion, but if you've used Smartkeyboard, it's nowhere near as bad. It seems the lag only comes up when the keyboard is trying too hard to think of your next word, unlike Smartkeyboard where it lags with everything turned off except typing and it can't keep up. On a day to day usage, the lag won't be horribly noticable but it does come up every so often.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] jingletard:
If you guys are coming from an iPhone to an SGS2 like I did, you may like iTap keyboard as it's literally a clone of the iPhone keyboard with slightly larger keys. Still, despite being an amazing typist on iOS coming from an iPhone 1-4S to an SGS2, I really do think either my fingers are broken or the phone just does not like me as I can't be accurate *at all* on mulitple different keyboards. Here's what I've tried so far :

Stock Android Keyboard

Stock Samsung Keyboard

iTap Keyboard

Smart Keyboard Pro

If I had to choose, I'd say iTap keyboard or Smart Keyboard Pro are the best out of the 4 that I've tried so far and give me the least amount of mistakes. Still, it takes me a minute to type out something on my SGS2 whereas it'd take me about 10-20 seconds on my iPhone. It's frustrating as hell but oh well, I'll gladly take keyboard inaccuracy for the fun I've had with modding the phone.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] polobreaka:
you have to try the ice cream sandwich keyboard free version by johntami.

i also came from ios and i find this keyboard to be the most accurate and best.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] lexi250:
Found these images from a Taiwan forum, bumper is probably made in China and I do not know where you can buy it. No idea on the price either.

Hopefully it will hit eBay soon.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] knights.JayTana:
WOW!!! hope itll be widely available...
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] LuXuEuX:
Akiba 80usd shipped by ems!! Several color to choose from!!
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] avetny:
Yeaaa good news :)

It cost 150.00 Yuan - 21$

more pictures
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] LuXuEuX:
Lol thats china knock offs…if you search akiba in google…you'll find they range at $60 and above!!
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] epicfailguy2:
The gunmetal one looks really good. It's just sad that those "kock off" brand of akiba only sells in black or pure silver on ebay (for the S2).

I think It'll be the same for the note.

Personally I am awaiting the sweet-armor case (with grained aluminium finish, much cleaner than akiba or SZLF) for the note since the SGS2 one looked so good but was available only too late : http://www.ebay.com/itm/METAL-ALUMI...sesPouches&hash=item2c606a0c73#ht_4478wt_6358

Of course that is only if the VERUS flip leather case does dissapoint me :D
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] lolcat12:
looks brilliant, perfect way to protect from a drop and genuinely not add extra bulk
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] kebong:
there needs one that can accomodate the flip case...
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] senectus:
wooo that looks awesome.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] DMax99:
hi, do u have a link to the Taiwanese forum? Thanks
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] cushcalc:
Nice. Looks like it doesn't add much bulk. Would really help prevent accidental pressing of volume rocker and on/off button.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] CyberGhos:
The way it looks, there is no cut, no open gap. How are you going to install on the phone? I think it looks good but only concept, not doable. :confused::confused:
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] lexi250:
^^:confused::confused:

Anyway, saw it available on eBay. Search for "Luxury Metal Aluminum Case".

Totally a AkiBa 3C case knockoff, I wonder if they put any protective liner inside the case to protect the phone from rubbing against the aluminum case.

I'll wait for AkiBa 3C case instead.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] Dannyboy2609:
Chinese knock-off eh...

item . taobao . com/ item.htm?spm=1104a9vW.1-b23qr.3-4SJBLc&id=13870303589

150 HKD ~ 20 Bucks , care to give it a try ? I can't post a link yet , so would you please
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] undrwater:
http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=1104a9vW.1-b23qr.3-4SJBLc&id=13870303589
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] Final5k:
Well hopefully some seller will sell it on Ebay! I'm really interested to get on...but only via Ebay.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] senectus:
yeah, I worry about buying from site like that...
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] epicfailguy2:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Luxury-...ccessories&hash=item336f80297d#ht_2679wt_1321
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] senectus:
Youch.. nice little profit margin there :-P

That about a 3rd more expensive.

(good find though, ta)

**Edit, interesting. it's not the same brand/manufacture/model of case...

The original one:

The one on ebay:
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] Crazy Ushi:
The image from ebay is galaxy s2 case.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] avetny:
I order it.

Color: Gun-metal (gray)

Estimated between Mon. Jan. 2 and Fri. Jan. 13.

Pictures (and maybe video) coming soon.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] Final5k:
Ok people who bought it from this ebay seller, let us know if the aluminium thing is solid. At that price, I really expect something durable and not a case that will bear scratches easily. Keep us inform!
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] epicfailguy2:
>> Want Low density metal

>> Do not want any scratches

:confused:
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] lexi250:
You got a Note too John? I don't think I will use a aluminum case this time for this phone.:(
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] epicfailguy2:
Yes Peter ^^

Just like you I am still wondering.

I want to try a leather notebook like case first since I think it suits the usage of the note better.

Check out my leather case digging thread http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=20104052#post20104052

If it's too bothersome or fails me I think I'll just wait for the galaxy S3 or Note sweet-armor metal case with the flat front and screws (if it ever gets produced) lol...

I should sincerely seek help for my phone case addiction.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] apprentice:
I do like the gun metal grey. I wouldn't want garish colours on a premium device like this. Glad to also know I am not the only one who is addicted to cases. I have 5 for this phone already! I can't make my mind up what I want. But the aluminium cases look very nice indeed!
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] avetny:
you not alone;)
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] ChodTheWacko:
I have been thinking lately that the combination of a bumper case+screen protector is the overall best size/protection combination.

- Frank
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] senectus:
I like this "case" idea better because it should help with the accidental volume change irritation and I live in a hot country. ... I'm always worried that my full gel case us helping the phone retain heat. This would resolve that problem.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] avetny:
I will post pictures with "SZLF" case soon...

but until case not arrive you can see another "Taurus" metal bumper case (I think it is much more beautiful than this "SZLF") on my galaxy s II (very nice combination with "metal gun" and "black" phone). I also notice than "dark black" metal case looking also very good, it makes the phone look bigger than with gun metal since the same two colors (black and black) blend together.

pictures:

I'll will replace my "SZLF" to "Taurus" when it comes out.

And I'm sure that very soon will be a very large selection.

Maybe it will help to some one:

After a certain time of use usage , I opened case to see whats happening with the phone. To my surprise I have not found a single scratch under the metal cover on phone.

Also I remember that my friend dropped his phone in this "taurus" case...and little piece broke off... (so " aircraft-grade aluminum " very fragile)

but phone was safe.

Thats how will look BLACK metal case:
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] lexi250:
^ I think the Taurus case looks very ugly and hard for removal because of all the screws.

I love the AkiBa 3C slider case back when I had my S2.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] avetny:
we all like different girls ;)

This case AkiBa 3C very similar to SZLF ! I heard the AkiBa was scratch the hands from sharp edges.

Do you have back of the phone pictures?;)

You know what I liked in this SZLF cases?

-No sharp edges.

-No deep descent into the screen.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] Dannyboy2609:
Did you have a "SZLF" before ? I think it's a cheap knock-off version (20 Bucks) of the 60 Buck Akiba . But no harm trying , right ?

Beside , I love the Taurus too , but I don't think we'll see them on our Notes, becase the phone itself is bulky enough already . All the beauty edges of the Taurus shall make your 5.3" Notes into a 7" tablet. don't you think ?
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] avetny:
"Taurus shall make your 5.3" Notes into a 7" tablet" exactly dude !!:D

I love big phones!:o

I hope SZLF (witch is cost 40$ in US) will feet the phone perfectly !

Im sure SZLF it just a copy of AKIBA, but if you see szlf got much more "neat design".

Example:

-minimum depressions in the screen.

Akiba:

and again my friend it is matter of taste ;)

but any way I filling from metal bumper cases SZLF a chip case :P
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] DRMON:
Hopefully we see more like this soon.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] epicfailguy2:
I used both akiba and SZLF on S2 and yea, the akiba is bulkier and the lock of the sliding piece is easier to open accidentaly.

SZLF is overall thinner and lighter, feels filmsy without the phone in it but the edges finish and screen depression is much more enjoyable.

Btw, theres not one that is a cheap knock off the other... I'm pretty sure that a AKIBA or a SZLF case both cost about 2$ to produce per unit... 5$ tops with packaging and stocking fees... Iphone 4 metal cases (wich screws but whatever) cost about 15$ retail so just imagine how low the production cost is. It's only that high because of the importation demand for S2 or Gnote.

I have with 5 friends ordered a bulk of 5 cases for 200$ with EMS shipping, I'll post pictures when I get them in a week or two tops (will post pics of the VERUS leather flip at the same time ahah).
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] senectus:
Its now on ebay!!

http://stores.ebay.com/RPAS-Mobile/_i.html?_fsub=17309300
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] ericshmerick:
I like this one:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=220916139685&var=520059741688#ht_4923wt_1037
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] DMax99:
very expensive piece of metal:(
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] avetny:
[YOUTUBE]94cqC0PvTMw&feature=player_embedded[/YOUTUBE]
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] Dannyboy2609:
Hmmmm, nothing (etc tape,...) between the case and the handset, would it scratch the bezel ?
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] senectus:
Dimension differences..

SZLF	Dimension: 153.0 x 90 x 12.0 mm

ANYMODE Dimension: 150.6 x 88 x 11.6 mm

GNote Dimension: 146.9 x 83 x 9.7 mm

Though look at the pictures alone I reckon the SZLF looks much smaller than the ANYMODE.. but measurements don't lie I guess...
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] ChodTheWacko:
Is anyone else a bit dissapointed by the fact that none of these cases appear to protect the back camera one bit? I really wish the back was a little bit thicker.

- Frank
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] Cr4z33:
Nobody noticed how hard it would be then to press the buttons once you apply the bumper? :D

Imho it's completely useless and still too slippy!
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] senectus:
That, I think is a bonus
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] deymayor:
Not sure how that hard metal can take a drop so i will stick to my very dependable (and inexpensive) gel case. The Note already commands so much attention, it doesn't need any more enhancement to make it prettier.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] Dannyboy2609:
it's not about attraction , I would use a metal bumper with a wrist strap , the Notes lacks it, most the tpu and the leather case doesn't have it ( except for nillkin but in any case , it's still too flimsy)
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] daddymatt:
Did you all see the metal bumper on eBay that has a rubber piece under it? Pretty cool!
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] daddymatt:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-SAMSUNG-GALAXY-NOTE-ANYMODE-OFFICIAL-BUMPER-CASE-/220916139685?var=

Its called anymode... pretty nice looking.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] xAnimal5:
Wow, I might get one of those
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] HTC Chris:
That Anymode bumper does look pretty nice, even has rubber under it to protect the bezel. Anyone receive theirs yet? I have an extended battery and from the pictures it seems like it wouldn't fit :(

edit: Release date was just Dec. 27
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] beestee:
That one seems to be polycarbonate and silicon FYI, not metal...which is not necessarily a bad thing IMO.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] csasek:
I just bought one today at the local market I think it is very nice but I am a little bummed it won't fit with the new metallic back i bought
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] GNoteLover:
The problem I see with these cases it they don't protect against the face that the camera lens is flush with the back of the phone. The last thing I want is a scratched lens.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] entropy96:
I'll pass.

The 'bumper' doesn't protect the back of the phone. That's a huge - for me.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] DMax99:
The back cover can be cheaply replaced...plus the material shouldnt get scratched that easily :-)
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] GNoteLover:
The lens protrudes slightly beyond the back itself.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] entropy96:
I'm using the white version.

It has a smooth back which means scratches will be more visible than with the black one.

Maybe if you have a black version, this bumper will suffice.

But for white G-Note owners, I won't recommend this. Protection is insufficient imo.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] Thijsvr:
Man those Anymode bumpers look really quite good. I might check those out. Anyone ordered one yet? I'm thinking about ordering the white one as I don't like colour on my device.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] blady-jack:
I ordered Anymode Bumper, but I have long to wait on package. Korea is very far from here... :)
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] aussiebum:
I just saw (and bought) one of the SZLF aluminum bumpers for the Galaxy Note for sale today - they're actually quite nice.

The phone is secured to the case with a thin frame that (EDIT: not magnetic, just flexible "latch"), so it's easy to remove. The fit is snug but not tight - there's a bit of movement possible.

Here's a couple of pics of the SZLF package and the bumper along with my new metal battery cover. The battery cover is slightly thicker than normal so the lens is well protected.

Ignore the back cover description - it's a chinese product so the description isn't actually for the bumper :rolleyes:

EDIT: attached a few more detailed pics of the bumper + metal battery cover. Note the earphone hole is larger than stock - I used a round file to widen the hole so the bumper now accommodates earphones with somewhat larger bits of plastic around the 3.5mm plugs (eg. Earsonic SM3's v1).

EDIT 2: there was just a hint of movement with the bumper, so I padded the inside a little more to make the fit tighter (not visible in the shots).
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] avetny:
Lol sorry but your phone looks like my refrigerator
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] senectus:
Anyone got pics of the ANYMODE bumper on theirs?
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] jeankst:
SZLF feedback

Just received the SZLF one and wanted to share this with you...

PROS:

- Don't click power/volume buttons when grabbing my phone anymore out of my pocket (oh how I hated that) :D

- Look nice / Feel solid (add some metal to all this plastic...) :cool:

- Easy to put on/remove (as video shows it) and no, it does not scratch the bezel :)

CONS:

- Does not protect back of the phone/camera :confused:

- Some thick 3.5 jack won't plug in anymore :(

- It seems it reduces WIFI/GSM reception a bit when you put that on :mad:
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] aussiebum:
You must have a nice fridge then :) All the ones available here are either white or brushed/shiny stainless steel....

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Yeah damn, I just realised that today :| Going to widen the earphone jack area myself.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] aussiebum:
Offtopic, but anyways... :)

I assume you wanted pictures of fridges available in Australia so here's a screenshot from a mainstream retailer's website... note the "colour" filter category on the left :p
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] avetny:
No man! hahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahah
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] aussiebum:
hehe, oh right :rolleyes: pics of the sides and interior of the bumper then?

Edit: attached newer, higher res pics... see post http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=20974965&postcount=61
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] antmantucan:
I just got my AnyNote white pearl bumper in the mail. It is nice and looks like it won't scratch the phone when I put it on. The only thing I didn't expect was that the bumper is actually plastic, not aluminum like the other bumpers. It looks nice though. I will post pics later when I have time. The bumper case even comes with the funny stickers (not that I will use them on my phone).

I also purchased this custom cover for the phone. Being Native, I like to rep my Native culture with pendleton fabric.
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] Sam Suung:
I've bought the SZLF Bumper in black and the Battery-Cover like aussiebum in black, together it looks really great and both of them fits like original parts of Samsung!

I'm pleasantly surprised!

Best regards!

Andi
[Galaxy Note GT-N7000 Accessories] sims0268:
Just ordered mine. I like the cases that also have the front covers attached.

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Thanks for the name of the company, will look to order mine soon.