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[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] glitchsta:
Flyer GPS

I found this deal on slickdeals and I could not pass up this even if it was refurbished it was the cheapest price on the net including other refurbished deals. I have never had a problem buying refurbished before (though there are the horror stories out there). Ordering Sunday and buy.com saying they will ship in 3-5 days then possibly 3 days after that to receiver I didn't wanna risk not getting it by the following weekend. I have bought other "deals" on the net before with free shipping where it has taken 2 weeks to receive. I paid the extra $14 for 2 day air and to my surprise it was shipped monday and I received tuesday. I could not have been happier! Flyer was in mint condition as I could not even tell it has been used. I did not even bother to try it unrooted, so I did the S-OFF, installed su, then recovery, followed by that I installed LeeDroid HC rom. After messing around I figured out GPS did not work and others are saying GPS does not work on HC. Reverted back to GB LeeDroid, GPS was working fairly well but I was getting random reboots. So finally I just reverted to plain old stock (per instructions in development), which I could have just kept from beginning if I was not such a flashaholic. Anyways I kinda like this sense rom, all I have had is a Sprint Optimus S, and this is a huge upgrade for me. So untill ICS comes out I think I will keep it like this unless there is a known fix for GPS. The navigation and stuff HTC sends looks pretty sharp, I guess I will find out. Can't wait to get me the HTC DigiPen. I got a rocketfish hardcase rubber shell the same one at Bestbuy for $40...LoL for $3.35 new in package on ebay. Also purchased 2 LCD Covers for $2.99, 2 Plain stylus for $1.99 both on ebay. Also a samsung micro usb at amazon (Cheapest on the net) Not worth buying generic micro usb, seems they fall apart in a month. Overall great experience in the first week of owning this sweet tablet. BTW I was in the market for a new one as before I had a JUNK velocity cruz I sold for $65 with two 8gig class 10 cards to get it barely working to put towards this...a little rent money spent and I got myself a sweet tablet. I love it! PS sorry for such a long post, just so excited about my new toy :D
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] punjabiest:
Front Facing Camera Vertical Banding

I received my flyer last week. everything works fine, but the image from Front Face camera has vertical banding in it. It's almost like vertical lines across the image and the quality is pretty bad, back camera is fine. Is anybody else having this issue.... Did i get a bad unit ? or is this how the front facing camera quality is ?....Please advice .....
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] KB112:
Mine looked perfect right out of the box. Performs great and I'm really enjoying it thus far. Next step is to root it, probably do it by this weekend.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] ruffneckZeVo:
Grrrr been waiting 2 weeks for this and not gonna recieve till the 17th stupid backorder I paid for next day shipping
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] glitchsta:
My front facing camera does the same... Gets like interference with vertical lines :-( thought it was screen protector causing it but was not... I wonder of thats why they are refurbed... Id like a nice camera but would hate to return it
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] KB112:
My ffc doesn't look too great in low light. But looks good in decent lighting. Another person confirmed this was their issue in a different thread.

Here's a quick snap from my desk. Reversed image of course, didn't wanna take a pic of my ugly mug.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] KB112:
Double Post.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] dbow32:
Ok, I've been watching Buy.com for the past few weeks. the prices went up close to $250 for the Flyer. Today, Buy.com (the seller) showed up with the referb's for $219 with free shipping. So I jumped on it. It also offered a 2 day business upgrade for $0.50 so I thought what the heck. Anyway, I've been reading as much as possible regarding rooting it once i get it. The only thing I really care about is if I can use my rooted Thunderbolt's wireless tether (free) app to gain Wi-Fi on this while I’m at work and out of the house. But if I do end up rooting it, I'm a bit confused on the best way to do it. From what I've read, I don't want to upgrade to HC first. I want to keep the stock GB that it should come with right? Then root it, and flash either HC (custom) or GB (custom). Any help will be much appreciated.

Thanks

Edit;

Also, Buy.com is selling the HTC Stylus Scribe Digital Pen for $62.95. Is this worth it? I've never owned a tab before so I'm not sure I'd ever use it to doodle. What are your thoughts? What's the best screen protector and case?

Thanks again.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] Flaco05:
Not a good price for the stylus. Take a look at the Accessories forum for better options.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] dafluke24:
Rooting is not that difficult. The tablet should come with GB. At least mine did and a few others who ordered the refurb. I would root in GB first to get S-off, and then you can upgrade to HC and go back to GB easier. I've gone back and forth maybe 4 times myself just to see if I can do it. The instructions are very easy to follow.

Follow this link to get root and CWM recovery:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1194709

Then you can either decide to upgrade to HC or stay with GB. I upgraded to HC over the weekend and about an hour later, went back to GB permanently. just personal preference I guess. I've been using the LeeDroid GB rom and it's amazing. Super smooth and the battery life is insane.

here's the link to the GB LeeDroid. There aren't that many GB roms for the Flyer, but I think this is a winner for me.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1314334

As far as the stylus, I got the Fujitsu pen for $25 from BHphoto. Works great with the Flyer and alot cheaper. It doesn't have 2 buttons like the Scribe, but I wouldn't want to pay an extra $40 for a "erase" button lol

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/772804-REG/Fujitsu_FPCPN36AP_Extra_Stylus_for_Fujitsu_s.html
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] dbow32:
Dafluke24, that was exactly what I was looking for. Thank you so much

:thumbup:
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] atun:
beware with LeeDrOiD GB V2.2.0 on BB Buy.com Refb

My Flyer get problem with LeeDrOid GB yesterday.

Strange thing with my tablet is didn't fully power off when do shutdown with stock ROM. System return back very first into lock screen when press power bottom.

I applied LeeDrOiD on my system with Stock ROM 2.3.3 and S-OFF, rooted. System work properly until I do shutdown by power bottom. System reach to no respond state (really like bricked). Didn't respond with power bottom press 30 sec. Didn't respond with press on both volume bottom and power bottom press 30 sec. Didn't even get recharge light with power adapter. What I am done is following steps.

1) system come with GB 2.3.3

2) S-OFF using revolutionary and install recovery and root

3) Applied both [ROM]LeeDrOiD GB V2.2.0, [KERNEL]LeeDrOiD V3.1.0

System working well with LeeDrOiD GB until I do power down.

To pass that freeze state I have to crack open and remove battery cable manually.

Now I am going back to stock ROM 2.3.3 and OTA to 2.3.4 and wait there until ICS come out or not.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] dafluke24:
Just FYI, the buy.com deal is back. $199 for a refurb Flyer!

http://www.buy.com/prod/htc-flyer-7...-5ghz-16gb-storage-android-2-3/228259799.html
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] gpborges:
Just bought mine today. Are you guys experiencing any issue with it? Also there is a Rocketfish case for 6.99

Rubberized Hard Shell Case for HTC Flyer Tablet - Black - RF-CHFH2BN

Do you guys like this case?
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] dbow32:
I got mine last week and I love it. So glad I bought it. I got one of those folding leather cases. I like it so far. It does add some bulk but I like that I can set it up in landscape to watch movies. I wouldn't mind trying a hard case but not sure what one to get.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] dafluke24:
I got a Yoobao case and it's perfect for what I need. It feels sturdy and the backing where the tablet goes is a hard back, so it gives it some support. Plus the pen holder in the spine is very convenient and hidden. Only thing missing is a strap to keep the case closed, but a minor detail for me.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] dbow32:
Where did you get it?
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] dafluke24:
I got it here

http://www.kevikev.com/Yoobao-Executive-Leather-Case-Folio-for-HTC-Flyer-HTC-View-YOOBAOHTCFLYER.htm

Another thing it's lacking is the ability to set it up landscape. Unless I haven't figured it out yet. I couldn't get the cover to fold correctly to stand it up. I noticed you mentioned being able to set the other case in landscape. Again a minor thing for me, but thought I let you be aware of that before buying
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] NUTSH3LL:
I haven't received my case yet, but Best Buy sells it for $40 so it seemed like a deal to me. The 1 review on there was positive and their only complaint was the high price.

Too late now, but everything from buy.com had 12x cashback points on 3/12. So I basically got my HTC Flyer, GreatShield screen protector, and Rocketfish case for $240 (after CA tax) + $29 cashback, which I'll use towards the HTC Scribe :D
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] gpborges:
I've placed an order yesterday and it was cancelled due to address verification (which was correct!!!). I've already bought a Synology NAS and a Linksys router from them in 2010. And right after, the price increased to 229 .... Grrrrrrrr..... :-( Does anyone know any other place selling them at 199 ?

Sniff.... :-(
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] gersto:
The price fluctuates. Keep checking the site and I bet you'll see it drop to 199.99 again. Keep in mind there is a $10 online coupon good for anything in buy.com. think you have to be a new customer to get it though. Look in my previous posts for the link or Google it.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] KB112:
I used that coupon with no issue. I was a prior customer, but hadn't bought from them in years.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] glitchsta:
I bought thr rocketfish case for $3.30 on ebay and received it in 3 days, free shipping of course. It fits perfect and is basically just a cover for the back. I also bought a neoprene sleeve which should be here any day. I would love to use this as a car gps but the navigator htc gives you is only good for 30 days, does anyone know of another good offline navigation app? I think google navigator has to br online to work as it would never pop up anything after searching for directions. Thanks
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] NUTSH3LL:
Got my HTC Flyer from buy.com and it was in decent shape. I've always had good luck with refurb units that look brand new, but this one had a tiny chip in the upper corner of the screen, a couple of light scratches, and some dirt or sticker residue probably from a protective case.

However, I got lucky on eBay and won an auction for an HTC EVO View 32gb, 4g, Zagg screen protector, and HTC Scribe for $228 :D Pretty much exactly the same price I paid for the refurb HTC Flyer without the ~$60 pen.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] Cor-master:
My flyer was pretty much in new condition. I love this tab and to think I almost bought a refurbished nook color! So much better deal
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] gbirk:
I ordered one, and it looked perfect, but the screen was not responsive so I returned it to Buy.com for a replacement. The replacement just arrived and it has some cosmetic blemishes on the back, but it works perfectly, and I am very happy with the tablet. Because of shipping and the return process it did take 3 weeks to get it though. Also, Buy.com was very easy to work with on the return and they paid for all of the shipping. Overall, I am very happy with the purchase.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] gersto:
lucky, my preference was the view just because of the 32gb storage. 32GB flyers seem hard to find and still pricey. Had gotten a view for $230 but then the seller pulled out of the deal.... Ah well still extremely happy with my flyer, running LeeDroid. Still hunting for a good deal on the HTC Scribe and a few OEM HTC accessories (dock, standing case, mhl adapter)
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] RobE.:
Back to $239.95 as of this posting. Fortunately (for me), I ordered yesterday @ $199.95 and was able to get the $10.00-off coupon - big thanks to you guys here. Added the 2-day shipping, also a Bluerex case @ Amazon, and a Sandisk Ultra 16Gb class 6 micro SDHC from Newegg... all totaled, about $260.00 - Still not a bad deal. Could've saved about $30.00 on less expensive accoutrements but I wanted to do this right. :) From everything I've read about this Flyer, I expect it'll be perfect for my needs... just have my fingers crossed that the refurbished piece will be a nice one.

Thanks again guys! Without this thread, I never would've pulled the trigger.

Edit: arrived on time looking like new. I upgraded from GB 2.3.3 to 2.3.4, but no HC for now. - Fwiw, the Blurex case is a nice fit for it.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] polo735:
I bought my flyer one day before they went on sale to 200. I paid 220. I emailed buy.com customer service and they refunded me 20 the next day. Great service IMHO. The refurbished unit looks good as new in my eyes.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] gersto:
I know this is an old thread but i wanted to say that i think someone over at buy.com goofed... big time: ahem... List price $309, buy.com price $379.95, you saved (-22%) 80.00

For a refurb WiFi flyer!

WTH?!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] ARTAQaf:
.35mm thinner to be exact :) not much at all, but good to know. the Zenus Air Capsule case i plan on buying is said to be REAL tight. hopefully it will have a touch more breathing room with the AT&T version (so it doesn't scrape the screen protector.)

http://www.phonearena.com/phones/Samsung-GALAXY-Note-LTE_id6779/size
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] slaydog:
I have heard its slightly thinner an I've also heard that the screen sticks out a little bit, i.e. it's not flush. I hope that's not how they made it thinner. We'll see in 1+ days...
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] ARTAQaf:
if true that is beyond dumb.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] droidal:
The Canadian folks confirmed their version has a lip around the edge of the front and is not smooth like the intl. :(
[Nexus S Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] devilleather:
I have a nexus s 9020T rooted and clockwork installed. I installed a custom rom (CodenameDroid-(MOD)-1.3.3-NS4G) over at nexus hacks and now my radio is not working...Anyone help pls im freaking a little bit. I get error 7 in clockwork mod when trying to revert to stock 4.0.3. Can someone help me to get my radio to work with this rom or help me get past the error 7 so i can revert back...Thx
[Nexus S Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] yoavp10:
You installed a NS4G rom, for the sprint (CDMA) version. You should try to install the GSM version (notice the forum you are downloading the rom from). If it doesn't help, try to flash an appropriate radio for your device, such as XXKI1.
[Nexus S Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] devilleather:
Oh I just saw what i posted and yes i downloaded the file for 4G. Can i just flash the other and fix it or?
[Nexus S Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] devilleather:
Thanks for your quick reply do u have a download link for that radio? Thx
[Nexus S Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] devilleather:
Ok i got the radio file dl...One other problem maybe u can help, Google wallet was working fine until i updated to the wrong rom, now it say initilizing device and hangs forever. will i be able to use google wallet again? Thank u for ur help
[Nexus S Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] wmdunn:
http://xdaforums.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=820670&stc=1&d=1324192135

Edit: Just saw that you found the correct radio. You will now need to reflash an appropriate rom or nand backup in order to get your phone running properly once again. That will most likely get your apps working again.
[Nexus S Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] devilleather:
Thx for all ur help so far, i got google wallet to install again but google prepaid card says prepaid is unavailable. Does anyone know how to fix this?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] bigmout:
Seriously, what's with these "reporters" trashing devices they've never used?

http://www.slate.com/articles/techn...g_new_trend_toward_enormous_smartphones_.html
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] SysAdmNj:
All that negative talk about the note while admitting:

"The Note hasn’t been released yet, and I haven’t tried it out"
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] ap3604:
He gives himself away in the last portion of his biased rant:
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] jessejames111981:
chill, every device will have bad reviews. Most reviews are a joke
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] SysAdmNj:
But that wasnt even a review as he didnt even use one....was more like a biased preview.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] bigmout:
Reread, it's a rant, not a review.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] CykoDad:
Right, and when the iPhone finally gets a screen size upgrade all these trolls will talk about how great the new size is, how it doesn't feel bulking with little baby hands, how it's not at all awkward to hold up against your head. Christ, they probably shoot a premature load when they find out their new 8" tablet makes phone calls.

I'm currently an iPhone user. Have been since the day they came out, but that will be changing once FedEx knocks on my door on Friday (tomorrow would be even better). I have always loved my iPhone. It has been nearly perfect for what I've needed it to do except in one specific area: Screen size. Sure, I could have made the jump to a 4.x" Android phone but there weren't any phones of that size that I was interested in, and with the push to 4G/LTE there were even less Android devices I was personally felt were captivating to me. What really pushed my decision to leave the iPhone was the release (or the announcement I should say) of the iPhone 4s. Wow! What a disappointment. I didn't find the move from the 3g to the 3gs to be all that spectacular and I certainly wasn't overly awestruck by Siri. Sure, there was some increase in performance but there were no improvements in the area where I wanted it, the screen size. 5.3' is big. There is no doubt about that, but I have big hands, and as much as I've enjoyed each and every iPhone I've ever owned I have always had a problem fumbling around with the virtual keyboard, even when in landscape. My kids on the other hand, they love their iPhones. They use the crap out of them for what they do, and they love Siri. And you know what, that's fine too...
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] boxerlover02:
I can't stand how 99% of the reviews for other phone find need to even mention the iPhone. Review the phone your reviewing and stop swinging from apple's nut sack like Tarzan its pathetic to say the least...
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] Sinful Animosity:
This and BGR's "review" were disappointing. All I got out of them was: "My hands aren't manly enough, give me a phone that won't mess with my manicure"
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] murphy_31047:
I'm so frakin sick of apple. I hate the way they do business I hate the way they make phones. And yes I have owned plenty of Apple products. Apple treats the world like poo by trying to hold every patent available and trying to sue and banish anyone that even tries to do something with mobile phones. Frak u apple. Just Frak u. Bow Down in the presence of one of the greatest advancements in the mobile world apple lovers the Galaxy Note!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] hausman:
It's funny how in this piece Farjad writes that "When you go back to a normal phone after using something so large, you wonder what on earth you were thinking." While Engadget says "After a few hours with the Note you'll very quickly become accustomed to the size, and once you have you won't want to go back."
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] welchertc:
I don't see how he can justify that the utility of a phone diminishes as it's screen size increases. So long as it is pocketable, and increase in screen size will always increase utility. More screen real estate means more room for your fingers, more room for enjoying media, less zooming, and much less eye strain. I absolutely despise anybody that brags about the fackin 'retina display'. At 3.5", holding the phone a foot away or more makes small text unreadable anyways. Yes, our ppi is slightly lower at 285 I believe, but hell, you can at least read text from a foot away. Also, if you move an iphone close enoygh to make the screen appear the same size as the note, or the note far enough away to seem the same size as the iphone, guess what? The note has higher resolution. Bam. Some people are just too stupid and ignorant to accept the fact that the note destroys the need to carry a phone and a tablet. Yes, readability on an iPad is probably easier with the large display, but it's still an extra device that you have to carry, and it really cannot be held comfortably for extended periods of time anyways due to its weight to size ratio. The note will have a great weight to size ratio, making enjoying media for extended periods of time rival that of the lightweight kindles and nooks. Plus it makes calls. It's sad when people are so loyal to a brand that they fail to realize that other brands make superior products. I would take my current infuse or my old cappy over an iPhone any day of the week. And my old cappy is two years old.

The other thing that apple lovers fail to realize is that fragmentation isn't a completely bad thing. It gives you options. You have phones from the size of the HTC aria or xperia mini all the way up to the infuse, galaxy nexus and note, and everywhere in between. You can choose the device that suits your needs best, and aren't locked to a single size, incrementally update phone.

Also, I hate when apple fans bash the rate that new android phones are released. That hate is fackin stupid. It allows you to get the latest and greatest smartphone whenever you are available to upgrade, not just once a year. It also promotes competition that has driven the quality and technology of android devices at an unbelievable pace. Yes, your phone will not be the latest and greatest shortly after you purchase it, but you still have a top of the line phone that is every bit as good, if not better in my opinion, than an iPhone. Fragmentation pushes manufacturers to try new things that will bring great phones to the market much faster than one phone per year. I guarantee that if apple made multiple versions and screen sizes of the iPhone that their market share would not increase. Instead, they would have fewer people per each device, with roughly the same number of people.

People like having choices, and until apple realizes that, iOS will forever be behind android.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] techntrek:
< eye roll >

---------- Post added at 05:56 PM ---------- Previous post was at 05:54 PM ----------

Once I got my HTC Advantage 5 years ago, I knew I would never go back to a "normal" phone. I have always loved having a 5" screen. THAT is normal.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] scottspa74:
Love this comment. Completely agree. It seems nearly impossible yo read a phone review without mention of an iPhone. And why?!!

Constant mention of it is probably the only thing that keeps the iPhone relevant (in any way that it is). Is apple paying all these people!? Jeebus! iPhone is crap compared to even my 2yr old Evo 4g. And I've got ICS on my Evo lol. Would apple ever ALLOW THAT? Hell NO.

Hey, "reviewers", listen carefully,...there is no need to mention iPhone unless you are REVIEWING an iPhone (once a year). Try that, and see what happens to apples market share. I guarantee it would stagnate. You currently are just providing free, unwarranted, press for apple. And looking a fool ;)

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