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[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] demandarin:
it is, as its been said since page 65. might as well just let the ones who can't take a hint speculate. As there are some who know more than others on matter of announcement, like myself. details of exactly what is will only be announced by Gary, as that's his place to do so and not mines or any other. you try to help people out by trying to ease the unneccessary speculation through dropping hints but some people ignorant to statements posted clearly in OP or suggested by others.

So once announcement is made and be completely different than this FW info is, lets see how those who "ASSUME" respond then. These last 3-4 pages of posts all stemmed from that one simple question. Is this FW info the big announcement? Answer was NO since page 65. even the op shows those two statements being clearly different. Since then, Only constant dribble from those "ASSUMING" it is the big announcement.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] GernBlanston:
I think that's kind of a back-pedal on what you said here:

...There's no "IF it is desired", only an "Absolutely true" and "posts like this should be stickied and closed".
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] demandarin:
an adapter to plug into prime allowing USB to LAN/Ethernet cable connection. A way to plug a hardwire/landline cable into USB port of prime for another form of internet access or Network.

just Google "LAN" or "Ethernet cable" and you'll be up to speed on it.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] GernBlanston:
Sounds like someone is confused between the meaning of the word "ASSUME" and that of the word "suppose".

Here are examples of usage:

I ASSUME demandarin has the inside scoop on various announcements by Asus, even though I have nothing to base that on."

I suppose Gary might be unintentionally creating a dividing line between new software features/continued firmware support for the Prime and the "major announcement", where there is none.

And I would only suppose it may be jumbled or that issues could be confused based on my experience of Gary in the serial number thread.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] wynand32:
Yes, you caught me! I'll turn myself in quietly...
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] GernBlanston:
...and quit making fun of my girl-panties:mad:
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] shinzz:
Lol.

Okay, I won't comment (k.. maybe I did comment).
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] junrider:
Nice option... but it requires the dock, dont think it can be directly connected to the tablet itself unless there are adapters that can turn the hdmi or 40pin connector port into a usb....
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] e.mote:
>I was MERELY responding to some earlier discussion about how the thread gets so off-topic and loses the spirit of the original post. I was saying, the only way to avoid this would be to lock the thread and only allow the OP to update the post.

>I wasn't saying it was a necessary thing to do, or even desirable.

It's true, my English is not the best. I do get a bit bamboozled when folks say "it's the only way" in one sentence then "it's not a necessary thing to do" in the next. Glad you're here to clear it up for me.

The surest way to get rid of OT is to do absolutely nothing. In a few days (hopefully, eh?) GK will descend from on high and will spread the good cheer to all the anxious kiddies, and all will be well within the world once more. Until that happens, peeps will keep it going.

GK of course can close or open as many threads as he sees fit. It doesn't reduce the noise volume any, but only shifts it around.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] GernBlanston:
Although I'd like the 40-pin to usb dongle, for momentary use with joysticks, storage, gps and other devices, I wouldn't have it for wired ethernet...Once you physically anchor a tablet, several of the most desirable assets of the tablet form factor are defeated. Makes much more sense for the docking station.

Hmmm....could be an off-board GPS dongle for the 40-pin connector...
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] demandarin:
OK...then fair enough. you believe/suppose/assume what you want.

so can we move on from the constant back in forth between members then?

I will give you credit for being a comedian. you still have me laughing from your one comment saying certain members here have a whack-a-mole concept when anyone doesn't show Asus/Gary/Prime in a good light. its not really like that but can easily see how you may think that. Picturing what you said is hilarious.

p.s. you building up your OT post count for today also, but who's counting :p ...its a joke, now lets move on past this.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] wynand32:
Oh, my, one can only dream. Once the announcement is made, this thread (and 10's of others) will fill up to overflowing with complaints about what the announcement isn't. And those will be technically off-topic because they'll not be about what ASUS announces, but about everyone's opinion of what ASUS should have announced.

I predict at least a good solid week of complaining before everything settles down.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] GernBlanston:
You think the announcement will be that bad, huh?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] MRCANNADY:
Reading is fundamental

Dag I don't even comprehend how some of you can't see that the upcoming big announcement and the firmware update are completely two different things!! I mean no offense but unless some users here dropped out of the second grade, its pretty clear in Gary's post. There are a few users here who already know of the announcement...and hints have already been given a few times already. Be patient people, just enjoy what you can do with your tablet now, and hopefully the big announcement will make your tablet purchases complete ;)

I can guesstimate that Gary will inform us on the big news either Friday along with the following release or early next week ;)
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] demandarin:
it should be able to be done without the dock also. Asus does sell a 40 pin to USB adapter already turns it into a USB port. they are hard to find though as they sell out. I'd rather use it on the dock though. having it plugged directly into tablet would allow more of a chance to come loose.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] GernBlanston:
I hope you're right. I'll take a slim GPS and wifi booster module or powered antenna that plugs into the 40-pin port....that would be cool.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] wynand32:
You seem to be a bright fellow, so of course you must know that my answer would be: some people on this forum have an overblown sense of entitlement, and will not be happy with ANYTHING that ASUS announces.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] GernBlanston:
The aim of my last few days of posting here hasn't been to inflame or be derogatory to anyone...I would just like it if people would realize that not everyone with a complaint can be dismissed just because you or I are (relatively) happy, and that Gary isn't always the font of prophetic knowledge people think he is. I like him being here, I like the initiative Asus is taking in staying in contact, but I have a few concerns about some of the execution of it. I think that's entirely on-topic and useful to talk about. The connotation of certain people's posts suggests a line in the sand has been drawn ahead of time...anyone who speaks negatively about the "major announcement" is a cry-baby, anyone who suggests taking Gary's news with a grain of salt is a hostile forum troll.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] shinzz:
Funny, how did "questioning" the possibility of the upcoming firmware update as the "announcement" turned into... "firmware update is the announcement"?

If I'm not mistaken, correct me if I'm wrong.. but Gary Key's original statement is extremely VAGUE.

And for those who know the "announcement" already & are giving hints...

1.) Gary Key is busy (as many of you have noted)... where does he find the time to respond to your PMs about the announcement when he is clearly boggled with "I HAVE A PROBLEM" PMs. Or is his priority to respond to "few" of you before others?? And if he isn't authorized to make the announcement.. why would he tell you (or the some) what it is, & why are you guys dropping hints?

2.) The hints that many of you dropped.. if I were to summarize this thread is:

a. $100 voucher to Infinity Pad 700

b. overclock the CPU to 1.6ghz

c. and few more over the top speculations
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] demandarin:
who said those were hints? those are speculations as I know what I specifically said and didn't say. plus overclocking CPU to 1.6Ghz on stock is not over the top as we have even faster speeds now. which was something I said I hope would happen and is possible to implement. not a hint in the least bit. directly stating what is is isn't a "Hint".

The "Hint" was that the FW update and announcement aren't one in the same. Regardless if you can't tell the difference from his two separate statements I'm the OP ;)

answer to the other questions you implied is Don't worry about it..lmao. that was funny. don't take personal. you know you still my favorite nemesis up here ;)

I would say The Prime is a very passionate device. Both sides argue very passionately on it. Its kind of funny if you step back and look at it.

Ill even joke on myself. I hope I'm not viewed as the Charbox of Asus/Prime. if anyone has had an Archos device before or seen Charbox posts or videos and know who he is, then that should make you laugh. :)
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] MK17:
Just for the record, Asus Italy dropped that the firmware will have many updates other than bug fixes (More details here. Asus Italy is sourced at the bottom).

Features include face Unlock, Notifications from lockscreen, Ad Hoc support, etc...

This could very easily be the big announcement. If you consider that at least 90% of the Primes are working fine (according to Asus, XDA or whatever) then then only big update would be a nice software update. So it seems pretty fitting to me.

I hope it is something bigger, but if it's not I will be perfectly happy with it.

Question to people who know: Could you get all of those updates from a "firmware" update while not upgrading the OS. It seems very possible since 4.0.3 includes them on other devices, but I wanted to be sure.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] MRCANNADY:
Again, this is the firmware update, not the BIG news that Gary mentioned...I thought Gary's posting, and the separating of each subject by numbers made this clear...but I guess it's still hard to comprehend for some.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] wynand32:
I think things are getting even MORE confused. There's never been a question about how many updates are coming: there's always only been one.

The only question that has come up is this: is the update the "major announcement"? The answer to that has always been, no, they're totally separate.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] MRCANNADY:
Get ready to re-post your reply about 10 more times, because I can guarantee that some will still not understand this.. :p:p
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] undercover:
1st one. Agree.

2nd one. I'm afraid you are, by at least one person. It's kinda weird to see someone who's not working for asus (at least you say so) being so overprotective of a pile of transistors soldered together. Not trying to flame you here, just saying how it looks from the side. No hard feelings, I tend to keep them for the real life people. :)
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] ohwell:
His intent is to make you think he has inside information. I seriously doubt he does its the game he plays in this forum. Back to the subject I welcome the firmware update it looks like a lot of things are going to be added and or addressed.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] MRCANNADY:
Wow, nice post considering how new you are to the forum. Trust me Demandarin is not pretending on his inside knowledge of certain things.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] shinzz:
Ah, so.. let me get this straight.. your "hints" are that firmware update & Major announcement are two different thing (but yet, you question & belittle those who "question" the possibility of the firmware update as the announcement).

And let me quote:

"it is, as its been said since page 65. might as well just let the ones who can't take a hint speculate. As there are some who know more than others on matter of announcement, like myself. details of exactly what is will only be announced by Gary, as that's his place to do so and not mines or any other. you try to help people out by trying to ease the unneccessary speculation through dropping hints but some people ignorant to statements posted clearly in OP or suggested by others"

"Dag I don't even comprehend how some of you can't see that the upcoming big announcement and the firmware update are completely two different things!! I mean no offense but unless some users here dropped out of the second grade, its pretty clear in Gary's post. There are a few users here who already know of the announcement...and hints have already been given a few times already."

So.. based on those bold statements... I'm simply reading it wrong & have horrible reading comprehension. However, some of you claim to have inside "info" on the major announcement and yet, you continue to make comments that are "speculation" huh??
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] e.mote:
>I hope I'm not viewed as the Charbox of Asus/Prime.

Hahah, you know the dude too? :) BTW, it's Charbax.

No offense in saying this, because I think you are an OK dude, but, yes, I think you got religion. Not as bad as Charbax, but pretty close.

Come to think of it, you are pretty similar to Charbax. I like him too. He's a fanatic, but he doesn't beat anybody over the head with it. It's like an eccentricity.

The good thing about religion-of-tech is that it doesn't last for long. At some point, you'll buy a new toy not of Asus/Nvidia/Android, and there'll be a new set of deities to worship.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] czerdrill:
Hints and speculations aside, all this crap is going to lead to one thing: disappointment. people are hyping this announcement up way too much haha. i dont see how it could possibly live up to the hype.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] undercover:
That makes two of us that think there are similarities between them. :D
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] MK17:
Not trying to start an argument but there is no need to call me ignorant (AKA: unable to comprehend). I'm just stating the facts I know and trying to put the puzzle together. Outside of my listed source I'm just speculating just like the rest of us.

Gary's last update could have easily combined the announcement and the bug fix firmware into one "update and fixes" bullet. You have to agree that this is a possibility. I'm not stating it to be true, but just making an observation.

However, if you consider the update previous to that which mentions a "major ICS update" and a "major announcement" you could be totally correct (and I genuinely hope you are.)

Though, I wouldn't put it past a manufacture to call the updates that will be seen in .21 a major announcement. Especially if you take into consideration that this tablet is already released and has 4.0.3. What else could you get unless this is an announcement really geared towards power users?

Again, I was posting the information I had and looking how it could possibly fit into the puzzle. Nothing more, nothing less.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] astralmind:
Here's how I see this..

Hype is a truly effective marketing tool that will get people exciting when you are dealing with a well defined base topic that is mostly positive. People get excited, they speculate about it, talk about the product it gathers attention it works: it's special, it's a surprise - kid on christmas effect!

....except the Prime is unfortunately not a well defined mostly positive topic, at all. I'm not saying it's a terrible product, I love mine, but it has some glaring issues that are still pending resolution and have been for quite some time now. People are waiting for fixes and answers, the optimistic ones are hoping this might be it. I bet few people really care about "new features" and most are following this obsessively in the hope to find their issues fixed.

Vague and hyped up comments are a bad idea in the current situation. People will just get false hope, get confused and ultimately frustrated - not what you should strive as a company.The best way to keep people happy is to give out clear and continual information as it helps people setting their expectations.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] GernBlanston:
Wasn't that you a while back saying how the announcement would make things better for a certain small group of people having a problem since the early days of the Prime shipping?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] jerdog:
While this is a great idea - the OP would not be able to edit the post after it was closed.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Severion:
Wow!

The new .21 update is awesome :D have tried the usb>lan thing and it works like a charm!, see about 12-13 gps satelite NP

this is awesome :D
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Jonphinguyen7:
Whoa!

I saw your username and thought for sure this thread would be closed!! The green linux penguin now strikes fear in my heart lol :D
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] undercover:
Can't people with recognised dev status lock and open their threads? If so, it would be only a matter of duplicating that group and renaming it to something like "official rep"

Huh?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] wynand32:
Okay, thanks, didn't know that...
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] NeoteriX:
Not funny.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] 131313:
:p I have posted No 11 in this thread and I am not saying how I'm really pissed off by all the crooks who devastated it.

All this bolex forth and back, you are sick.:p

:pMy tip was a dualboot and I opened a thread for crooks like you and me:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1537401 :p

:p Since so many people lack style and have no brains in their comments -----

no balls, no brain, so gotta be *****ing!:p

By the way. Best comment ever was that picture of a train fallen off track.

And before I forget: @ Asuspeople: Take the money and run. :rolleyes:
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] demandarin:
lmao no hard feelings or offense taken. I mentioned it out of humor. I know of him and his videos n such from the brief period when I was researching and owned an Archos 7IT. Now that's a true fanatic. But thought it was funny if people were thinking it was the same with me. With me, its not as extreme as it may seem at times. I'm only here to learn more about device and help others. helping others is something I've been doing alot of. whether through forum here or through PM. ill admit also I get caught up in the debates here also and unintentionally feed the trolling at times.

To others, I don't work for Asus. I don't have "insider" info like their newest prototypes being tested and such. Knowing more than others about a particular situation doesn't translate to that. I base my view of Asus on my experience I've had. I'd have to say its been a great one. Since day one, 12/22, Prime has been a great experience for me. So my viewpoints and such are based off of that and that alone. There's a difference between making valid complaint about the device and constant negative trolling. For example, a person complaining about a wifi/BT issue, in a mature manner, is a valid complaint. Then you have people that all they ever post is something negative, about any and everything and then tells people to buy an ipad. I should call his name out but won't. All his posts, if you look at them, are saying how Ipad is better, you should buy an Ipad, etc.... Now that's a troll! None of his posts are actually constructive criticisms and helping anyone.

XDA developers is supposed to be for developing and helping one another with device. whether it be trying to solve a problem or relaying useful info to others. Alot of members here have lost track of that. Some members posts are nothing but combative postings. you can check my post history and clearly see I'm all over the General, QnA, Developement, & Themes n apps sections helping people out or relaying info. Not up here to be combative or get into fruitless debates. I could easily point people to several places where I've actually helped or tried to help someone. Can alot of those who constantly troll or seem combative do the same?

just like they say, if you not trying to help the situation, then you part of the problem. I know what side I'm on. What side are those others on then?

---------- Post added at 05:33 PM ---------- Previous post was at 05:30 PM ----------

understandable then. lets just hope it stays on the right track then. If needed, it could be cleaned up if it gets that bad.

thanks for responding though, as you think its a good idea also.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Diamondback:
Haha, you're not the only one :D
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] junrider:
See, once the thread is deemed closed no one even the OP can be edit. :D
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Mikerla:
how about Splashtop THD

I'd like to see the upgraded Splashtop THD in the new features.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] bballer71418:
Wow this thread has gone kind of crazy...

Quick question, some RUMORS say maybe the prime will get playstation certification. What exactly will that bring? Graphics are great with tegra 3 compatible games..is PS cert. Only for.more titles/games? Is gameplay similar to a game like shadowgun thd?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] mbo1951:
It is not Gary's job to work in this forum. He is doing this out of his own loyalty to us, the customers, and to ASUS. I am deeply appreciative of any presence he provides here. It gives me a semblance of hope.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] shinzz:
Not a rumor but PURE speculation.

Anyways, basically you will gain access to Playstation Suite (Sony's Google Playstore) & will be able to purchase games from Sony (old titles from Playstation 1 and whatever Sony has in that store/app). And no, graphics aren't improved... unless they offer/provide games designed for Tegra 3 or even optimized to take advantage of Tegra 3.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Pecata:
Here are the new features that will be included with the newest update:

http://mobilesyrup.com/2012/03/28/u...-new-features-details-revealed-by-asus-italy/

Not bad:D
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] opentoe:
Who cares about silly new features. My god, there is so much talk and hype about a stupid feature upgrade that doesn't fix the REAL problems. I'm still waiting for a bluetooth/wifi fix, hey Asus, what about that????

I got a tracking number from Asus that my RMA device was shipped to me but I'm not going to really expect anything. I told them about the dead pixels on the screen and if they are still there I will do ANOTHER RMA and buy ANOTHER Prime to use temporarily and return it. I just don't care anymore. Right now the more money I can take away from Asus, the better I feel. Sorry if you don't think this is correct or "right", but when you really get sick of something because it just seems there is no end and has taken up way too much of time, energy and money you'll do anything and not care. Like me.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] rogerchew:
i happen to agree with opentoe, nothing is being addressed about the random reboots. Sometimes you just want something that works....
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] bluefoam:
FFS. They are releasing an update tomorrow to address these issues (as best they can at this stage). Quit your whining, wait a day and follow their update. Its like listening to three year old here sometimes.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Yod-b:
New vibe, but really?

The changelog from Italian Facebook states that we're gonna get new vibe and my library. The version 2... But my versions are already 2.x...

So what's the big improvement there? Anyone else has these versions?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] mirox3m:
Seems like we will be updated to ICS 4.0.4 :)

https://plus.google.com/u/0/104629412415657030658/posts/NgGwavbmkQ7