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[T-Mobile Sidekick 4G] sidekick_fanatic:
you are completely free to have your own opinions. but in my experience, im not having problems with the stock apps. in fact, i reinstalled the stock browser and gmail and still no problems. my phone works fine for the way i use it. you may use your phone in different ways or for different things than i do, so 3rd party solutions may be necessary for you. im not having any problems with my phone, so they arent necessary for me. you keep saying oh you'll want to do this or you'll want to do that. maybe you need all these 3rd party apps because you dont know how to manage your stock apps. almost every time i am finished doing anything with my phone, i go to task manager, exit all apps, and hit clear memory. every couple of days, i clear my app cache. i use optimize android toolbox for that. i dont even reboot my phone on a daily basis, and still, no problems. no lags, freezes, force closes, crashes, or random reboots. not a single one. i would say thats top performance in my book. now, enough said.
[T-Mobile Sidekick 4G] HewettBR:
i feel like you two are going at it, you both have your own opinions, i side with the stock apps being poorly written and potentially causing issues. Im using gallary again because i like how it pulls pics from online, but for the browser i use opera mini just because i like the layout better (no hate towards the stock one)

I remove every apk that is not needed for what i do with my phone, including blutooth and some others that ive discovered do not inhibit the functioning of the device. This is all because im just a huge nerd with OCD and like to play around with things and have them running as clutter free as possible. Remember guys this is why we all use android, so we have the freedom to customize the device to our own needs.
[T-Mobile Sidekick 4G] sidekick_fanatic:
i just want to say one more thing. when i started this thread, the information in my OP wasnt intended to be a guide for getting this phone to peak performance or to make it the fastest or best that it could be. it was intended as a starting place for those who simply want to get their phone running PROPERLY with the stock rom/ui. PROPERLY means without any glitches, force closes, freezes, lags, crashes or random reboots. there is a big difference between PROPERLY and BEST. for instance, take a car that comes out of the factory and has some problems. you can correct the problems and get it running PROPERLY, or you can supe it up and get it running the BEST/FASTEST. some people are happy with something just working properly, while others want the best/fastest. so for anyone who wants info on getting this phone running the best/fastest, feel free to start your own thread. this thread is for info on getting this phone WORKING PROPERLY. THANK YOU.
[T-Mobile Sidekick 4G] HewettBR:
Yeah ok. I just think discussion ia a great forum for innovation. If everyone just stayed on topic all the time no new ideals would ever have a medium to incubate in. I'm sorry if we've irritated you, it definitely wasn't my intention. Were all on the same team here.
[T-Mobile Sidekick 4G] sidekick_fanatic:
thats the only thing that irritated me. i repeatedly stated that certain stock apps were working fine for me. this guy repeatedly told me to replace the apps that i said were working fine for me. if you dont like those apps, fine. do whatever you want with your phone. dont keep insisting that i copy you. and the comment about doing any slow thing you want is what really irked me. i feel like that makes it sound like im an idiot for not doing what he tells me to do. i took it as disrespectful. i got no beef with anything or anyone else here.
[T-Mobile Sidekick 4G] sidekick_fanatic:
if any of the apps that this guy insisted i replace were actually causing problems, i think i would still be having problems. especially touchwiz, which everyone thinks is so terrible, which isnt causing me any problems at all.
[T-Mobile Sidekick 4G] HewettBR:
i think it only causes issues with memory, it doesnt manage it well. But i think you aid you close apps manually so it wouldnt be as bad.
[T-Mobile Sidekick 4G] orange808:
Manually closing programs doesn't allow the garbage collector to do its job. Over time, small amounts of memory tied to hanging handles will add up and you will encounter issues.

Once again, it's your device. If you are happy, do what you like.
[T-Mobile Sidekick 4G] eritc:
so how does the performance compare to custom roms like gingerclone or glorious overdose? (I ask since I am considering buying a sidekick, and want to know how much tweaking i'll need to do)
[T-Mobile Sidekick 4G] sidekick_fanatic:
okay orange808, if you want to continue insisting you're right, then fine, you're right. now drop it. as far as which custom rom is the best, i cant answer since i havent flashed a rom.
[Xoom General] rodders66:
Hello All,This is my first ever post.I have read numerous posts on here and have found most of them very informative.I wanted to let anyone who was interested know that I have an Australian 3G/Wifi (not locked to any carrier) and wanted to get ICS (I couldn't wait several months for it to be released to my model).So I flashed to stock US Wifi (MZ604) HWI69 and from there upgrade via OTA to ICS. I have tested a number of apps over the last 2 days and everything seems to be working great. I'm pretty happy that I've got ICS and it is faster, not mind-blowing, but is faster.Thanks.

PS. Apologies if this should be posted in another thread.
[Xoom General] NamkingWIN:
How about 3g on your device? It working?
[Xoom General] rodders66:
No. It is now only capable of WiFi. That is the drawback, but I have got ICS which is worth it.
[Xoom General] queb:
Flash it with Team EOS XOOM ICS 4.0.3 umts_everest MZ601

And get your 3G back :)
[Xoom General] rodders66:
Thanks Queb. I'm interested.

Couple of questions for you though:

1. Does your ROM have all the stock apps or have you removed some?

2. How stable is the ROM? Are some features not working yet?

3. Any chance your ROM has overclocking to 1.2 maybe 1.5?

Could you also please provide me with a direct link to your ROM thread/location.

Cheers.
[Xoom General] queb:
Have a look at this thread, should answer all your questions :)

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1459641
[Xoom General] gs7776:
hi May I ask how did you upgrade? did you flash the US WiFI SBF using RSDlite? I also have a stock MZ601 3G and want to upgrade to US WiFi. I do not care about 3G working.
[TouchPad General] reverendkjr:
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[Quantum General] phihung07:
hi everyone, after reading through some of the post , i was confuse on which method to use, currenly i'm with Bell canada running 7.10.8107 , i read that telstra enable me to use wifi tether. here the step if i'm not mistaken

1. download latest LG C900K Firmwares

LG-C900kAT-00-V10d-TEL-AU-AUG-15-2011+0_DZ.zip

2. use nasirahmed method with correct DLL (LGC900KB_100927_MP.zip) to install

3. after use zune to update to latest firmware or download

WIFI Tethering Drivers - 1.0.5.10 (December 2011)

http://download.windowsupdate.com/msdownload/update/software/dflt/2011/12/437223_lg-c900k_telstra_australia_1.0.5.10.pks_1e2a877b551d2497396bf1d07bf19c833d78381a.cab

and use this method to update

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1306415

please confirm if this the right way to do, is there any risk involve in this, will this relock firmware

thanks
[Quantum General] Klikerko:
Steps are correct. You might find some hurdles hear and there but just be patient and read ALL instuctions.

I did it and it's working but I'm now in the process of reverting my phone back to C900B because I'm not able to unlock C900K. Also, Zune will not update to latest firmware so you will have to do that manually.

If you don't have full backup you will lose everything from your phone.

Good luck.
[Quantum General] phihung07:
thanks for reply Klikerko, so there still minor issue , and this firware will not let you use developer unlock, if that the case then i'll wait for bell to update, i rather have it unlock than tether
[Quantum General] bobzero:
dev unlock works fine on telstra rom
[Quantum General] phihung07:
so is ther any other issue that you using telstra rom, thanks
[Quantum General] bobzero:
voice mail number is not set up, you must add it yourself. Other than that, I can't think of any problem.
[Quantum General] droodls:
Here's hoping that LG Canada will recognize that it can be updated to have tethering at all. So far they've told me it's physically impossible. Twice. Even after I've tried to tell them that it works fine with the Telstra firmware.

Good luck with the switch over if you chose to go that route.
[Fascinate Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Enyo.:
Just noticed cm9 source branches open. Via euroskank cm9 kangs page. :)

Should a fascinate branch be merged?
[Defy General] abhi897:
Hi guys, Does anyone knows the code to access the service menu on defy. Serive menu code is something like this http://androidforums.com/samsung-ga...rk-frequency-your-samsung-i9000-galaxy-s.html

I don't get 3g so I just want to check if all my bands are enabled in the service menu. Yes, I tried the baseband switcher and many roms! No luck.:confused:

I have an Unlocked Defy.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] shea-bird:
First off. I really want this phone. Going from a Captivate to Atrix I swore I would never go back to Samsung, but this phone is just plain awesome.

Now we all know ICS has been confirmed for the International version, BUT has there been any word on the AT&T version getting the upgrade?? It is not mentioned anywhere on their site, nor Samsung's. It would be asinine for them to not upgrade but its worrisome to not see it listed.

Thanks!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] Ryanscool:
Its atts flagship for a looong time. If they do not do it, they will lose a lot of customers.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] shea-bird:
agreed. Its just weird because usually it will say up-gradable to "..." in the features or spec list. Here's to hoping they announce something soon!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] itsjusttim:
This phone is more of a niche phone as its different than anything out there. The Skyrocket is more of a mainstream phone thus a flagship.

I expect official ICS sometime around April, and leaks sometime this month IMHO.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] Ryanscool:
Hopefully.... Ha im shooting midsummer for ics. The upgrade is mostly just looks, which can be achieved through aosp usually.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] auau465121:
I figure i would post this just in case anybody didn't see it this it was super funny http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V40oo4kkzHg&feature=youtube_gdata_player

Sent from my Galaxy S2 the next big thing
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] il buono:
I love Samsung but that commercial was just alright. My sister saw Galaxy Note and was left in awe (she's an iPhone user). Super Bowl commercials this year kinda sucked though IMO. However, I did like the trailer for Dictator :D
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] Shoulon:
They sucked big time.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] bykim5:
Anyone catch Miranda Kerr in the commercial?
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] Ja5oN:
I love the Samsung commercials and how they bag on iPhone users. The note looks siiick though, its gonna be a beast!
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] ilostmypistons:
My sister in law who has a iphone4s called me and said holy **** what is that thing it looks incredible....... I told her to ask her iphone
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] auau465121:
I just feel of my sofa laughing

Sent from my Galaxy S2 the next big thing
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] Indrid Cole:
That is some funny sheot right there Itell ya. LMFAO..:D
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] JohnCorleone:
I have to agree about that Dictator movie. That looked funny. I was messing with my Nexus during some commercials and missed the Sammy one. Thanks! Edit...interesting.. I have been using this firm sponge like tipped stylus on my Epic Touch for a few weeks and I love it. Obviously I can't write on the screen but between that and my Bluetooth, my phone stays immaculate
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] eman3316@optonline.net:
I do not think people are going to realize how big the Note really is from that commercial and anyone who thinks it is the same size as your larger phone will be in for a big surprise.

I wear my phone on a belt clip and for some reason I do not see that happening with the Galaxy note. I would like to know for the people who plan on getting the Note how they plan on carrying it.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] JohnCorleone:
I messed with a 5" Galaxy (forgot the name) and was wondering where things are headed. I think the Epic Touch is the perfect size. Oh and some terrible pics of the stylus I use on my phones
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] drksilenc:
john they are much different. this is like a pro level stylus that uses magnetic input. almost like on the touch pro type of screen accurate only now it is also a cap screen instead of resistive.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] donovan1983:
Reminds me a bit of the Motorola Xoom commercial last year. Although this one rags on Apple fans more blatantly.

Like others, I think the Galaxy Note is just too big. Even the E4GT is pushing it for me, although it's thinness and light weight help a bit. Plus I would not carry the stylus with me, which defeats one of the purposes of buying the Note. It looks like a cool phone but just isn't for me.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] Danial723:
The stylus slips into the back of the phone....can't even really tell its there....of it wasn't for the GS3 coming out I would get it....got to play with one a few days ago.....it would definatly fit in the average back pocket.....feels thinner than my E4GT

sent from the near past
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] Jess813:
I cant believe i am saying this but I am honestly considering the Note...yeah its BIG but thin, and yes its not for everybody...hopefully itll ship with ICS by the time it gets to Sprint, and will be rooted within the first 24 hours LoL
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] mazook98:
Haha, thanks OP....Somehow I missed the commercial last night, so this was the first time I had a chance to see it (see it, that is, on a FULLY working version of CM9 on my freaking Nook Color ereader....goddang, I love Android)....

Anyway, I don't know what I was expecting from it, but I wasn't really expecting it to be about the Note, and I DEFINITELY wasn't expecting Samsung to bring back that most epic song by The Darkness: I give it an all thumbs up rating.
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] auau465121:
Thnx no problem

Sent from my Galaxy S2 the next big thing
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] Zurginator:
They need this in their next commercial.

"Hey, what phone is that! Why don't you ask your phone?"
[Samsung Epic 4G Touch] JohnCorleone:
Oh I know it...I am just trying not to have phone envy so soon...lol
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] fifasarajevo:
Hey guys.... I've been looking for a good stylus for my prime

I'm a graphic designer and one thing I'm interested in is a fine tip stylus if its available....if not a normal stylus works too

Thanks
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Vaanhoot:
My friend had a Crayola stylus that was battery operated and it worked great on my prime. The tip is about half what a regular stylus is and comes to a nicer dull point. Kinda looks like a crayon on the end. I think it is for kids and I have no idea where to get one from but it worked a lot better than my generic stylus that I have.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] protocol113:
I would recommend simply making one. wrap some aluminum foil around a pen and then make a tip out of 0000 steel wool It works very well. tape it all down and you're good to go
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] goodintentions:
There is no such thing as a fine tip capacitive stylus. The capacitive sensor needs to detect a minimum amount of surface area (something like 1/4 inch across) in order to register.

The adonit jot/jot pro + conductive grease in the ball joint is as close as you're going to get to a fine tip capacitive stylus.

Here are some samples of my notes. Note that I've completely gone paperless and love it.

http://dl.dropbox.com/u/38673648/pictures/writepad_stylus_sample.pdf
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Felisek:
Goodintentions, what app did you use to take notes? Do you think there is a danger of scratching Prime's screen when using a stylus a lot?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] goodintentions:
There's no danger of scratching the screen. The stylus tip is a plastic disc. The monkey glass has a hardness of 7. Hard plastic has a hardness of 3 or 4. I've been using the adonit jot on my screen for almost 4 months. No scratch whatsoever.

Of course, if you worry, just use one of those rubber tip styli.

I use an app called writepad stylus. It's got the best palm rejection algo I've ever seen. All those notes you see I posted were taken while my tablet was in portrait mode and my hand, wrist, and arm rested comfortably on the screen.

Added by edit.

The dev of writepad stylus is a very gifted college student. The app itself is 99 cents. Please do not pirate the app. It's only freakin' 99 cents. A donut costs more than that. He and I have been talking trying to think of other possibilities for the app.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] fifasarajevo:
OK cool thanks for the info and the pics goodintentions
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] ljansens:
Hi, I bought the Writepad myself, using it with my JotPro and the app Touchtune.

The only thing that bothers me is the appearance of the statusbar. Sometimes I touch it and that is very annoying...

Is there a way to hide it in ICS? Looked in the Market but it seems not to work for ICS.

If you have any ideas? (I have root by the way) .

Cheers, Leon
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] goodintentions:
Flip view.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Dakey:
I'm looking for a stylus but in the other thread about the Atmel stylus it seems that others users are reporting some issues using a jot pro, but if I use the touchtune app (registered edition) the jot pro is working fine?

Your note taking sample looks just prefect as a handwrited note. I would like to use the jotpro and my prime in order to draw some schemas to my cutomers. I need something accurate enough to write and draw.

Some else is using that stylus?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] anoneemooz:
I second this recommendation! I paint, sketch, and write just fine with my cheapo homemade stylus. Of course I'm no pro so I don't know if it'd suit your needs just as well.

This is good in a sense that you can have a stylus with comfortable dimensions that's cheap and can be made and replaced easily though the sponge tip doesn't seem like it would wear easily (I don't need to press hard at all though when I use mine).

Also, you can trim the tip and test as you go to find whatever shape and size works best for you.

Other homemade stylus tips:

You can sub the steel wool for the soft part of a 3M brand sponge. Works great!

And if you have a mechanical pencil or pen with a metal barrel or any instrument you can use for writing with a metal part, you can use those too instead of wrapping something in wire or aluminum foil.

There are a couple of videos and random blog posts out there (just do a quick Google of something like..DIY stylus or sponge stylus or whatever) detailing how to do this as well as different variations of it. They're usually made for iPad use but they should work fine with the TFP (mine does amazingly well)

In terms of apps:

I use SketchBook Pro for my art and would also second the recommendation for WritePad Stylus for other scribbles, whatever writing, and doodles. I've tried AntiPaper, Quill, Skitch, and most other free popular-ish apps of this sort and found WritePad to be the best for me. The calibration, flip screen, and palm-rejection features are just awesome.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] kls629:
i have a jot pro but it seems to skip a little when writing
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Kelvinkind:
If you are interesting in taking note with your stylus, I would recommend you to buy the stylus handpad. It's much easier to use the stylus with one of those on.

While most note taking app have a palm rejection function, they wasn't very well implemented. Also, the muti-touch gesture will over-ride the rejection. So I ended up buying the handpad.

It really help improving my user experience with stylus pen. You can check it out in the link: anicelydone.com
[EVO Shift 4G General] sparksco:
For anyone that builds cm7 roms the torch app is now fixed in the builds.
[EVO Shift 4G General] Quetzalcoatl:
Im running cm7.1 stable and torch works just fine for me
[EVO Shift 4G General] HTCotta:
Torch worked fine for me on 7.1 stable, and only worked in high brightness mode on nightly 255. However, I did not flash the nightlies leading up to 255 so cannot vouch for them.
[EVO Shift 4G General] sparksco:
Ok I see on rom manager that nightly build #247 it's not working on according to a comment on rom manager. I think I've narrowed it down to a specific point in when it stopped working. Thanks for letting me know it works on stable release. I've used the issue tracker to report the issue thanks.
[EVO Shift 4G General] sparksco:
Bump, torch app now fixed on cm7 gerrit just waiting for approval to merge it into the builds for anyone that builds cm7 roms.
[EVO Shift 4G General] NebraskaDan945:
Although my torch had been working since nightly 255, it always good to have these patches available!
[EVO Shift 4G General] sparksco:
Torch never worked for me on nightly 255 on normal brightness mode. Only on high brigtness mode does it work. And all the builds I've tested since nightly 255 also has not worked.