yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Asus Transformer TF700] demandarin:
you are late. 1.6Ghz isn't really an overclock. prime stock kernel supported this already. only root is needed to enable it. if you unlock and flash a custom kernel, people here are already pushing 1.8Ghz + on prime. developers are still shooting for going even higher. I can easily see prime tegra3 hitting 2Ghz soon. we already had a developer make it and try it out. not ready for prime time yet though.

I've seen reports of 1.7Ghz on Infinity pad tegra3 also before. more than likely it'll hit 1.7ghz on a single core or 1.6Ghz on multiple cores. so if you running a 1.6Gghz or higher on prime, you've already seen how infinity pad will perform. infinity pad uses T33 tegra3 version with Max stock clock speed @ 1.6Ghz. just like prime AP30H. Developers here have even found that some newer model primes use the T30 tegra3 version(I'm guessing the same one used in new 300 pad except prime is clocked higher). Older model primes have been found to use AP30H version(Max stock clock speed of 1.6Ghz..hence why it was already supported in stock kernel). developers discovered all this through Prime/Nvidia internal codings on several members unit. Prime will still likely perform better or have faster frame rates and such based on prime having a lower Res screen. so not as many pixels to push. what we aren't sure of is if Nvidia or Asus modified or increased Tegra3 GPU speeds also. Whether increased or not, Tegra3 will not have any issue pushing infinity pad true 1080P screen. new Ipad resolution was overkill and is why the much bigger gpu was needed. infinity pad isn't going this extreme route so current tegra3 CPU and gpu could easily handle Infinity pad resolution.

These tablet chips are always usually clocked lower out the box. so there's always room for improvement. its no where near its limit out the box. NEVER SAY NEVER...Xda makes the impossible possible ;)
[Asus Transformer TF700] technobuzz:
guys i'm gonna buy prime-dock from Amazon. Can someone please confirm me that infinity is working flawless with "old" prime dock. All the older posts mentions that they received infinity dock with tf201 written on it...but did someone actually tried "old' prime dock with infinity ?
[Asus Transformer TF700] Hemidroids:
nivlheim_o_O has tried and confirmed root on TF700.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=27903746#post27903746

He also confirmed I/O scheduler improvment.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1523811&page=231
[Asus Transformer TF700] giedriusc:
Could someone tell what percentage from total battery usage is going to wifi on your Infinity? Mine is about 40% while screen is always on (http :// xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1743523 - please remove spaces), I wonder if it's normal or not. Thank you.
[Asus Transformer TF700] chevdor:
Simple thoughts....

1-The tf700t is a 10' tablet from Asus.

2-Google just announced the release of the nexus 7 which is a 7' tablet developed with Asus and that well run jelly beans.

3- JB won't come out before mid July.

4- tf700t is supposed to be the Asus flagship with the latest technologies.

5- what I would call teasing units of the tf700t were sold but no global supply yet.

=> I would be Asus, I would patiently get everything ready and announce around mid July that..oh surprise, the tf700t will come right away with JB. That would also help swallowing the price.

Despite all of this, I start considering the purchase of the nexus 7. We don't talk about the same device for sure and no competition is possible....nonetheless, there price as well as nothing to compare...

just some thoughts... :-)
[Asus Transformer TF700] d14b0ll0s:
45%, but I've been playing with it A LOT today ;)
[Asus Transformer TF700] giedriusc:
But why so much? It's my first tablet, but I've never seen anything similar on any android phone, the screen on the phone drains battery many times more than wifi no mater what you do.
[Asus Transformer TF700] Jotokun:
That does sound rather high... I could understand if you redownloaded all your apps and pulled down a bunch of data for stuff like games, but for general use (browsing, app related data use) that's pretty bad. Is your wifi set to automatically turn off on sleep?
[Asus Transformer TF700] s300pmu1:
I was thinking about it, too, but 7" screen is just too small for conveniently reading scanned pdf's, which is one of the main functions for my tablet-to be, aside from browsing, reading conventional e-books, and watching movies.

However, there are rumors of a 10" nexus tablet :) Now that I'd take.

I'm not that hard-pressed to buy it - the temptation is there, but I'm quite good at resisting it, to see better devices than what's offered now, which is all compromises:

- infinity - too expensive, poor speaker, S4 version only in autumn

- a700 - overheating problem, possible issues with poor response to touch, heavier

- nexus 7" - too small for me, no card slot

I'll pass and wait for better options to pop up, thank you very much.
[Asus Transformer TF700] giedriusc:
Yes, it is. Only today it has no time to sleep :)

I tried to turn wifi off, leave tablet charging, then disconnect from charger and turn wifi on. Battery usage of the wifi goes then in maybe a minute or so from 0 to about 40-45% while doing nothing, just looking at the battery stats.
[Asus Transformer TF700] nooktablet:
if there is a Nexus 10, it won't have an microSD card slot either, i guess,
[Asus Transformer TF700] chevdor:
Do you have links about this 10'' version? If from Asus, I am not sure why they would make a10' version aside the Infinity. But if you are right, I would probably wait like you.
[Asus Transformer TF700] nooktablet:
http://www.tomsguide.com/us/Google-Nexus-7-Nexus-10-Kindle-Fire-Surface,news-15725.html

http://news.cnet.com/8301-1023_3-57463594-93/is-google-prepping-a-10-inch-tablet/

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=...VUGnTNkSNS_91DdEg&sig2=XHnlE6LSFEMp_Y26gaJXxQ

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=...pRdfHuwpV7ZA7pk8g&sig2=VHYUbDHk6r3ARt_amENe0Q

http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=...dwMIp8XGI1-zghFBg&sig2=Xqqb6Tir4UQjZgQS2oBi1g
[Asus Transformer TF700] reluttr:
Are the rumors about the lcd rippling when pressing on the glass true? I am really hoping they manage to fix that before the tablet ships in the US...
[Asus Transformer TF700] phonic:
My thoughts exactly.

Can any of the current owners comment? I read this issue in a couple reviews and am concerned.
[Asus Transformer TF700] Jotokun:
Noticed this as well. Hoping its just a preproduction/rushed review unit issue.
[Asus Transformer TF700] denniegst:
not to be rude but these are touch screen not press screen. these do not have pressure sensitive screen. why were the reviewers even using force to push on the screen? by all means im not saying the tablet should always be handled with care, but does it really matter that there is a flex in a product if you try to bend it? I cant wait for when the bar has gotten so high that people start to whine about a product not passing the "will it blend" test.

and on a side note on the screen being a mirror, keep in mind these will never compare to the e-ink screen. 600 nits is bright but not bright enough when its going against the suns 6500 nits. "Its super-bright 600nits Super IPS+ mode makes it suitable for outdoor use as well." the word 'outdoor' is a loose term.
[Asus Transformer TF700] tommedema:
ASUS is claiming more than that, they are claiming that it can be used in direct sunlight. How much of a loose term is direct sunlight to you?
[Asus Transformer TF700] Jotokun:
On the screen ripple issue, at least for me I'm throwing it in a backpack with some pretty heavy books. It needs to be able to withstand that weight of the books leaning against it. If it ripples in actual use, what does that say about what normal wear and tear will do to it?

On the brightness front, that's kinda why I'm shocked that pixel qi screens haven't become popular on tablets other than the Notion Ink Adam and a few crappy Chinese tablets. Backlighting for indoor visibility, no backlighitng and some fancy reflective stuff for outdoor visibility. Only drawback is that you lose most of your color with the backlight off, but its a small loss and would actually improve battery life which in my book negates that issue.
[Asus Transformer TF700] denniegst:
didn't find anything on asus's website that said anything about direct sunlight. direct link, perhaps? other websites referencing the infinity did mention 'direct sunlight' but it was never a direct quote from asus.
[Asus Transformer TF700] giedriusc:
There's no rippling on my unit.
[Asus Transformer TF700] Gewebekomplex:
The old dock should work i tested a dock from the Prime with Firmware 207.

The dock i get with my Infinity is exactly the same also TF201-207. So i would rather say there is no new dock.
[Asus Transformer TF700] steviebee66:
Just ordered mine @ Komplett.nl

Couldn't wait any longer!!!
[Asus Transformer TF700] camspy:
Is it possible to replace battery in infinity?

I found this list of German stores selling infinity, most of them do not have it in stock yet:

http://www.preissuchmaschine.de/in-Notebook/Tablet-PC/Asus-Transformer-Pad-Infinity.html
[Asus Transformer TF700] d14b0ll0s:
I think it is not possible, at least not without violating the guarantee (seals etc.), but perhaps someone here has some experience with it.

Being in Vilnius, you can always order from Poland: http://www.komputronik.pl/product/1...nfinity_TF700T_64GB_gray_Stacja_dokujaca.html
[Asus Transformer TF700] s300pmu1:
Well I guess that's the first thing you do when you take the tablet out of the box, instinctively. If the glass moves - particularly on the non-touch-sensitive areas (where you are in fact holding it, and pressing on it will happen with greater force than for actual touch-screen in order to hold the device) - you will be forced to notice it. If it clicks, you'll notice even more. As for the "air pockets" issue, I've seen it described only in one review and can't comment.

I am afraid as well, but if the build quality and speakers are better than Infinity's, I'll be able to live with this limitation. 16gb will be quite sufficient, and anyways all my media is stored on the PC. I could find a way to stream it to the device when I'm home, and replace "consumed" media via the cable\wi-fi sync. On vacation an external drive could be used. Anyways, I don't watch movies every day, so it would not be a big problem for me.
[Asus Transformer TF700] MartyHulskemper:
The WiFi reception is about the same as on my SGS2 -- no issues here, and works fine across the home (i.e., across two living floors and an attic). I haven't tested the GPS reception yet; I'll try and remind myself of testing that in the coming days.

As far as screen rippling goes: when I apply (what I would designate excessive) pressure, yes, the screen does 'flex' a bit. No ' air pockets' or something alike here. I would think this a feature more than a bug: the Corning Gorilla Glass type that has been used here is appreciably thinner than the first iteration. This results in better screen sensitivity (no complaints there) and possibly some more flexibility, or less sturdiness, depending on your point of view.

In normal use, I haven't seen anything on the screen that I'm worried about (not in terms of screen bubbling, flexing or air pockets, and not in terms of sensitivity). I made a 400 km motorcycle trip yesterday just to get this beast, and so far, I'm a happy camper.
[Asus Transformer TF700] Digitaniel:
So, about OTA updates - I figured that Asus devices should be among the first to get them, because they have the "pure" Android, unlike Samsung and HTC?
[Asus Transformer TF700] clenz:
I do know the 201 screen can be used in direct sunlight with the super ips setting. However, the sun makes it very hot. I had mine shut down over heated in 80 degree weather because the direct sun heated up the device.
[Asus Transformer TF700] phonic:
Thanks to everyone who has a tab and commented on the rippling (or apparently lack thereof).

Regarding the comment about "you shouldn't be pushing hard anyway", and how the testing labs did this to see what happened, I think that while normal usage would be nothing near as severe, rippling has been a problem with even moderate usage in the past on other units, so they wanted to see what happens with this tab. While you normally wouldn't put tens of pounds of pressure onto the screen, it should have a high enough build quality that if something did actually do that, you wouldn't have air pockets under the glass. No one wants that.

So hopefully the units that reviewers had were either defective or a "pre-production" lesser quality release.

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I'm personally hoping that when it does get released in (hopefully) 2-3 weeks, that we will all be surprised with JB on it right out of the box.
[Asus Transformer TF700] tommedema:
I believe it was a promotional video of ASUS, though I'm not sure which one anymore. Maybe someone else remembers.
[Asus Transformer TF700] phonic:
I read/saw something about it too, possibly a general review by someone about how, with the brightness turned up to max, the screen was visible even in direct sunlight.
[Asus Transformer TF700] tommedema:
To those buying this thing in The Netherlands, does anyone know if we have any shops with a 30 day return policy rather than the usual 14 days?
[Asus Transformer TF700] camspy:
We have Infinity in Lithuania already, the cost is less than the one in your link. I just don't want to buy it from the first batch. They said in the middle of July they will get more.
[Asus Transformer TF700] tommedema:
New review: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xhmhgmFlH9I
[Asus Transformer TF700] phonic:
IMHO, that was a horrible device review. I really don't care what apps have landscape orientation problems (which was half of his presentation). That's going to be a problem in all tablets. I also don't care about default browser issues - again, that's an Android issue. He spent about 30 seconds actually covering the DEVICE, and spent the rest of it talking about pricing and tablets in general.

He didn't even bother to talk about specs, or show anything other than the power/volume buttons.
[Asus Transformer TF700] tommedema:
True, but it did show some of the issues someone may run into. Also, since the Infinity is the only true competitor with the new iPad at the moment, I guess its fair to look at Android related issues too.

In any case, most of the other reviews are created by biased hardware shops that merely want to sell the product.

I'd appreciate some links to honest reviews.
[Asus Transformer TF700] droidis:
I m thinking about buying a transformer infinity but there are some things that bother me.

First of all is the price. The infinity is maybe the best android tablet at the moment but still very expensive for my budget. Considering that I don't play games and want to use it mostly as an eBook Reader and Media Player is it still good choice or are there out there other tablets that are more suitable (and cheaper) for my needs? For example an ACER A510 or a Samsung Galaxy Tab 2?

What about the jutters? Are all android tablets suffering from these? Even Tegra 3 devices like the infinity?

And what about the display? Is the IPS display better as a TFT LCD for reading ebooks? I ve read that the display of the infinity is like a mirror. Can a screen protector significantly reduce the mirroring?

I hope there are some of you that can enlighten me.

Thanks in advance
[Asus Transformer TF700] phonic:
I'm watching this one now:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pdgqk1aIZUI&feature=related

Seems to be very informative so far.

I love how he says that it's just a basic review and to see the website for a more in-depth one. The video's almost half an hour long :silly:.

I'm only about 10mins in, but I think this is a good non-biased review with a lot of device specific details.
[Asus Transformer TF700] Jotokun:
If you don't mind dropping down a size, you might want to consider the Nexus 7. The internals are almost identical (only major difference is the cpu is only 1.3Ghz instead of 1.6), and many people consider 7" screens to be superior for reading purposes. Its only $200 for the 8gb model, $250 for the 16gb model.

If a 10.1" is a must for you, try the TF300 which also has similar specs, but the screen resolution is only 1280x800 (to be fair, so is the Nexus 7 but since its smaller, the DPI on that one is the same as the Infinity). That one is only $400. The Infinity's price comes primarily from its screen, you wont find another Android tablet with as good a screen on it. The only one that matches it on a resolution standpoint is the Acer A700, and that uses an inferior TFT display.

In general, IPS is superior to TFT in regards to viewing angles and color reproduction. However, IPS panels are much more likely to have light bleed.

Any Android tablet will have at least a little bit of noticeable choppiness. On a modern device I dont think its that noticeable unless you're coming from an iOS device. Android 4.1, which was recently announced supposedly fixes this, but at least for a few months the only way to get that is on a Nexus 7.
[Asus Transformer TF700] phonic:
You may also want to look at the Samsung Galaxy 8.9 Tab. It's a nice happy medium between 7 and 10.1 inch models. I wish more manufacturers would come out with something in this size. I've had mine since it was released, and was overall very happy with it. I'm looking for something with a little more oomph, which is why I'm probably upgrading to the Infinity, but for regular usage, the GTab8.9 is awesome.
[Asus Transformer TF700] droidis:
Thanks for the quick replies folks.

The nexus 7 is a great and cheap device but to small. I had a kindle with 6 inch display and an ASUS T91MT with an 8.9 inch display. They were for me too small to read pdfs. I think an 10 inch display is the minimum for reading and watching movies.

The TF300 has the GPS problem and the Acer A700 has serious jutters if I am not wrong.
[Asus Transformer TF700] s300pmu1:
Particularly the Tegra3 devices :)

Tegra 3 may be faster than other things around, but the single memory controller does tend to cause these issues. To be precise, however, virtually any other android device will experience them from time to time, particularly under heavy load (installing apps, reading _large_ pdfs, etc). The coming S4 might resolve the issue, but again, it's due only in autumn, and who knows how it will perform in reality?

Yes, if it is matte. There are a number of films out there, but they will require some skill to attach them to the screen without air pockets, and they differ in feel (some may be slick enough for you not to notice any difference from glass, some are somewhat "sticky", e.g. Zagg, which will complicate tapping and particularly gestures). They may also make the image "grainy". So it's a trial and error thing.

Furthermore, all tablet and most notebook manufacturers tend to use glary screens as they seem "tastier" to general public. It's like with the today's over-amplified music - it sucks, but people don't care, and it sells better than normal one.

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A700 has heating problems (some say it only gets "warm" and not "hot", but its roughly 50:50 and I suppose many just don't want to acknowledge they wasted their money). TF300 does not have GPS problems, Prime does.
[Asus Transformer TF700] nooktablet:
The TF300 does NOT Have GPS problem, the Prime does.

The Acer A700 is very bad, watch this http://cnettv.cnet.com/acer-iconia-tab-a700-fails-compensate-its-screen/9742-1_53-50127014.html

If I have $400, I would buy the TF300

If I have $200, I would buy the Nexus 7

About the galaxy tab 2 it's even worse than the galaxy tab last year
[Asus Transformer TF700] blauciel:
On the screen protector concerns, I have a Kindle Fire. The screen was so slick that I would often slide my fingers a little and touch precision was difficult. The Zagg Invisishield HD was actually kind of easy to apply (but only because I have a heat gun - though a hair dryer would work, too). It completely solved the issue of the Kindle screen being too-slick. When I get an Infinity I'll be able to see if that's an issue.
[Asus Transformer TF700] blauciel:
Great review, actually, thank you. Makes me feel good about my pre order.

\\Tapatalk.KindleFire\\
[Asus Transformer TF700] Svashtar:
I have a question for all lucky ones that already have and use Infinity.

Do you already (probably after a week or two of usage) have any scratches on the back of the tablet? Is it really that easy to scratch it? I am really concerned about that. I can't wait to get my hands on this device, but this could really be a deal breaker for me. I don't want to spent 700€ on a great device, but on the other hand have it "destroyed" the first minute i take it out of the box. I know it is only an aesthetic thing, but still. My Desire fall down, have been on some very strange places, in and out of pockets etc...but it doesn't have a single scratch after 3 years...

So, can anyone give some info on that matter?

Thx!
[Asus Transformer TF700] Dub Tech:
64GB with dock €749 on komplett.ie while €714.05 on komplett.nl. All other Asus tablets differ in price only by €5 which matches the shipping fee from .nl that's free on .ie.

Rip-off Republic is alive and well in the technology sector :(
[Asus Transformer TF700] mark.m.moran:
Cheers, just saw it there one. You getting one mate?
[Asus Transformer TF700] Dub Tech:
Sales tried to fob me off quoting VAT differences, but if we were charged the Dutch price with our VAT rate it'd come out at €738.05. Waiting to see if I get a response. Same company, Same warehouse, Different pricing because they can - frustrates the hell out of me :mad:
[Asus Transformer TF700] terjeofnorway:
Does anyone remember the latest ETA on komplett.nl and komplett.ie before they changed to "in stock"? Just trying to find out we could expect komplett.no to "suddenly" get items in stock, or if August 2nd is indeed a realistic date for Norway.
[Asus Transformer TF700] Dub Tech:
I was told Komplett don't allow pre-orders and that it would hit the site once it was in stock in the warehouse. On 28th June (Thursday) I was told it would go on sale 29th (Friday), which it did on komplett.nl but the geniuses didn't get the Irish website updated till this morning.

Hopefully you won't have to wait too much longer terje! Will be interesting to see how yours are priced too.
[Asus Transformer TF700] mark.m.moran:
Is your budget €700 mate?
[Asus Transformer TF700] Dub Tech:
My initial budget was €600, when I saw the pattern of 64GB with dock only being released I pushed it out to €700. I'm very reluctant to extend it again to €750. I've never purchased a tablet before but when I buy tech items I like to get the best money can buy and run them in to the ground before replacing :)

I'm finding it hard to justify spending €750 on a product I'm not 100% sure how I'll use.
[Asus Transformer TF700] ajdisse:
And for all the discussions about the price of the tablet, this is the crux of the matter.

Some people know the worth of an Android tablet to themselves. Some people will want the tablet because it's the latest greatest shiny thing. Both of these parties probably will pay the asking price.

Like you, it will be the first time I buy and actively use a tablet. I think I want it for the times I don't want to use my PC, but my phone is inadequate. It's big enough to give me screen real estate, small enough to move around.

Because the tablet market place is evolving, I think I'm prepared to pay a little more for a premium product, because it should last longer before being obsolete.

But despite thinking I know how I'll use it, I'm not 100% sure, and know it will change once I have it. And for that - can I spend 750Euros? $A900? $US650?

Only time will tell. Asus need critical mass in order to make the tablet desirable. Critical mass comes from all 3 groups.....