yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Nascor:
Finally the dongle arrived. So here are my first impressions:

If you hold just the dongle itself, it looks and feels quite tiny, but attached to the tablet, it seems much bigger, mostly because the tablet itself is reeeaaallyyy thin. Overall not the best looking attachment I've seen, but by far not the worst one.

But now to the really important part: Does it actually work?

YES! Without the dongle I wasn't even able getting one single satellite lock, even after like 10 minutes. With it the first satellite is locked after less than a minute, and I get a complete GPS Fix in ~3 to 8 minutes. And that was when I was testing it indoor at a window of my house.

Thanks Asus
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] demandarin:
Its sooo harrrrd..to sayyy Goodbyeeee..to yesterdayyyyy(boys2men song..lol)

happy to hear you was able to get your refund. brings a tear to my eye..lol I have to be honest, ever since reviews on the new acer510 & 300 came out, I've been off & on 2nd. guessing my purchase. Although my prime works well(aside from recent gaming issues) and wifi is fine, i know the 300 model has a farther range and can probably hold higher speeds further away from router. I've been thinking to myself if i would want a 300 model. i cant get past the downgrade in specs but also cant get past its better performing wifi. Then you have the Acer, which is essentially an ugly looking prime minus the superips+ display, 8mp cam n flash, and docking ability. I love that huge battery it has in it though my prime gets great battery life but i know that Acer "should" last longer.

This whole prime thing has been a crazy ride. I wish the Infinity pad would release already so i can see reviews on it and how it is. Then i will compare its performance to my prime and make any decisions on what i will do if i have to.

You know if I'm 2nd. guessing things, we might be in trouble...LMFAO If Infinity Pad turns out great reviews, Asus might be hearing from me on how i feel about all of this. Especially if current issues don't get fixed asap.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] clouds5:
great news! A new firmware update and nvFlash. Sounds good to me :) Hope these things happen soon, I feel like people are getting jumpy. Myself included. If someone stood in front of me and offer a full refund i wouldnt know how to react^^ I hope software will be good when the infinity tab arrives.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] misterwal10:
i am having trouble finding the TP anywhere in the Champagne color. I was thinking about ordering from Provantage or ExCaliberpc.com but they are both backordered too. has anyone ordered from these sites? any clue of how long their "backorders" might take?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] undercover:
Even the strongest of us get broken. :) it took Asus 2 months and 8 tablets to brake my will to have one, you are stronger person than me by the looks of it :)

Got myself refurbished iPad2 yesterday, can't beat it on the price/value. Just need jailbreak now, just for a file manager at least (outrageous, can't move a file from folder to folder! ).

But still after all disappointments, I have some attachment to that tf201. Want to see how all that drama ends. (not very optimistic tbh, I honestly think since fiasco Asus just chose to use prime as a lab rat, and will REPLACE it with tf700).

Good luck with whatever decision you make. :)
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] texstar:
Indeed.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] bologdl:
I had to give my Prime up for a refund Gary and Aaron were great to make sure my refund went through with out any issues. Money is tight and I could not justify paying premium price for a product that continues to have issues. If the Infinity was out I would have tried to purchase it but it's not. I had to move on but a loyal fan and still keeping track of all Asus tablets.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] riyatch:
I'm hoping the wifi battery drain is also being addressed in this update and the browser lock ups.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] tobi01001:
Dongle arrived yesterday in Munich. Sent with TNT as well. I applied for it on the 17th. The status says that my order is being processed at the moment.

Fyi My box does not say anything about GPS.

Did not have time to check if it reboots in standby with dongle attached. Will do later.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] HarnessTech:
Amazon (although overpriced): http://www.amazon.com/ASUS-Transfor...LNRQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1335595340&sr=8-1

eBay: http://www.ebay.com/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270965331368+

Adorama (also overpriced): http://www.adorama.com/ASTF201B1CG....iate&utm_campaign=Other&utm_source=cj_3629892
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Beautyspin:
I submitted on 17th and it is still in the submitted stage. Did you call ASUS helpdesk and talk to them? What is your sr number. Mine is C1OKAS*******.

Edit : I got my dongle yesterday. The status is still in the submitted status.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Deathbyfugu:
Yes NVFlash! That would make me so happy, Gary :)
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] bimbobo:
Yes good but better, if you did not void the warranty when you use it.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] texstar:
You can add me to the list too with label created on the 18th. Nothing from Asus about it either.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] avinash60:
Great news about the NVFlash Gary. Hope it comes to us soon.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] TechSavvy2:
People who keep posting about where to get a TPrime.............go to Best Buy. They are sold out everywhere, and will tell you that no where has them at any stores...blah blah blah. But then ask them to order one from the distribution center. I went in two weeks ago, they said had non anywhere, then I asked them to order one for me and this is how his response was..

"Oh, didn't think to order one from the distribution center, lets see if we have any there........ah damn, look at that. It says we have over 900 in stock there"

WTF, why don't they tell people that?

Anywho, I did that, ordered it, and got it about 4 days later.

My .02
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] blublub:
NvFLASH sounds to good to be true - but I admitt April 1st fool would be very late.

Hopefully Asus gives us nvflash that can unbrick option 2 brick :-)

Gesendet von meinem Transformer Prime mit Tapatalk 2
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] David522d:
So Gary should I "Sway" my tablet back to you? It does have weak WiFi, screen bleeding and random restarts..
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] misterwal10:
Do you know if they carry the champagne color?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Kasper31:
I agree with part of your statement but there is info in the 150 pages you just have to sort through the complaints and rants.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] clouds5:
I dont care about a thread where people can ramble :) They're quite fun if you dont take stuff too serious.

But this should be about official Updates from ASUS so i think it would be optimal when the first post could be edited by Gary, and maybe give him some other 2-3 posts. Rest closed off, "read only".

@topic: Is it already known if the next update will feature Android 4.0.4 or still 4.0.3?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] effezie:
Add me to the list
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] rcca:
I agree, to me GPS is a luxury, true we paid for it to work in our Prime, but this it another subject of a can of worms.

rcca
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Swiftks:
This thread ought to be able to carry on a discussion without the personal attacks and childish behavior.

If it keeps up, I will start handing out infractions.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] NeoMagus:
You could try GameStop they say ships in 24 hours
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] clouds5:
Dude when is this update coming? :/ They surely take their time... Hope thats a good thing and they really look into the issues.

But its been over a month of not being able to really play games without restarting all the time and high wifi battery drain. For me personally the prime is in its worst state since i bought it and its getting annoying. I constantly think ahh this could be perfect if the software would finally work without issues. grml :)
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] misterwal10:
Thanks, i actually found the champagne one w/ **** in stock at j&r in nyc, if anyone else is looking they have 4 left and about 6 in grey
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] jordanmw:
Same over here, really want to love this thing, it is so sexy. Just wish asus would get their act together on this device. I still have an unreliable toy that I can't rely on enough to take into serious usage situations.

C'mon Gary, where is that firmware... you have me checking for a new version several times a day like an addict who has gone too long without the good stuff.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Severion:
w/ the **** it has gps and better wifi i hope :O better reception?

Sorry couldnt resist.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] pagantek:
Larger Antenna? :P
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] demandarin:
you all are funny..lmao
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] brainimpact:
really hope a fully working NVFlash gets released for Prime as it will benefit everyone including ASUS.

Modding Community and Developers will get more Freedom to try experimental cool things with the Transformer Prime as they'll be more confident fully knowing that they have the ability to use fully working NVFlash in the event something goes wrong.

Cool experimental software and a fully fledged modding & Rom building community draw more users to the products and get users using their products more and for much longer.

I still have a Cousin and a Friend using a Desire and HD2 simply b/c there is a awesome community around these devices, even though they have more up to date devices they wont let them older ones go.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] r47z:
NVFlash, bring it on. I do get abit frustrated when the prime acts up... but not often. but still.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Coderedpl:
I think if we finally got NVFlash then the developers would look into the prime more to develop roms for it without the fear of bricking. Now if only wifi can be made stronger using software which sadly won't become true =(
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] michaelatrix:
Nvflash yes!!!!!
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] phoenix573:
I'm holding my thumbs up high for NVflash too, come on Asus, give us an inch of hope, we would be very greatful :D
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] beekay201:
+1 for nvflash, sbk, all that good stuff

Sent from my Transformer Prime TF201
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] TinkersCreek:
Specification change for the TF201

Greetings all,

Is there any way to determine definatively what specification my TF201 is supposed to have (i.e. internal GPS) from the serial number and or the date of purchase ?

BCOKAS**3956

01/25/12

I tossed the box before i knew it was gonna be an issue.

Thanks
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] effezie:
Not sure what you mean by that but you might want to take a minute and xxxx out some numbers on your SN. Better to be safe than sorry.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Coderedpl:
All were pretty much the same besides color and memory. Some people said that their boxes didn't mention anything about GPS.

Your serial can be seen in the about section in settings and there should be a sticker next to the charging port
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] vvveith:
Fact

All B model TP's came with GPS on the box. AFAIK they removed shortly there after. Peace, V ;)
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] bimbobo:
5/3/2012 Update - (from Gary)

We have new NV base code that is undergoing validation testing now. I will released this firmware to a few beta users in the near future. It addresses random reboot/lock problems among a few other items. In addition, we are still working with NV and Google on code changes to address browser issues once multiple browsers are installed and Flash is not uninstalled and reinstalled again after a cold reboot.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] 131313:
5/3/2012 Update - (from Gary)

We have new NV base code that is undergoing validation testing now. I will released this firmware to a few beta users in the near future. It addresses random reboot/lock problems among a few other items. In addition, we are still working with NV and Google on code changes to address browser issues once multiple browsers are installed and Flash is not uninstalled and reinstalled again after a cold reboot.

Thanks for the update and the hint Gary, gonna try this.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Shinare:
Wow NVFlash? Awesome!

My post-purchase "Buyer's Remorse" just lifted a little. heh
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Rebelwithoutacause:
Pardon my ignorance, but why the excitement over NVFlash? What exactly is NVFlash?

I am just curious to know.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] flyingwolf:
http://lmgtfy.com/?q=nvflash
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] MRCANNADY:
lol!! i love when you guys do that..This Google Search technology is amazing huh? :p :p
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] demandarin:
"5/3/2012 Update - (from Gary)

We have new NV base code that is undergoing validation testing now. I will released this firmware to a few beta users in the near future. It addresses random reboot/lock problems among a few other items. In addition, we are still working with NV and Google on code changes to address browser issues once multiple browsers are installed and Flash is not uninstalled and reinstalled again after a cold reboot."

Time to test out this Fw and see how it performs ;) hopefully it'll be good.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] buxtahuda:
It's the holy grail for any Tegra product really. As far as I know it gives you complete control over the CPU and GPU and system in general, so that you have the same utilities and capabilities as the manufacturer? What I know for a fact is that it would give us a way to recover from nearly any kind of brick we can put ourselves into, so you won't (generally) have to be afraid of ever completely ruining your device without physically smashing it against the wall.

*EDIT:

So yeah, a utility that'll flash the entire system if you've even gotten it to the point that there is no bootloader or anything?

Lol LMGTFY has become one of my most linked sites. It's fantastic!
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] ylexot:
Ummmm...that update doesn't say NVFlash...it says a "NV base code". It doesn't sound like the same think. Sounds more like a new kernel to me.

And yes, I know NVFlash was mentioned in an earlier update. I'm just saying that I don't think this update is talking about that.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] clouds5:
So basically it will be another few weejs (?) until i can use my tablet to play games without having to restart all the time? :(

Hope the update will get here asap!
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] cenonmin:
I am hoping that at some point they release an update or Google fixes Android so that all of the lag is gone.

Not really impressed to see micro lags especially on a premium quad-core device :(

Don't get me wrong I like the Prime and Android, but every time I pick up an iPad I just can't loose the feeling that maybe I should have gone that way.

I am not a fanboy ;)
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] tobi01001:
Not quite true... I have a BCOK... Model (german version with "quertz" dock) and my box has no sign of GPS. I also knew that tfp has GPS issues (or no GPS at all) before I bought it. So I don't care that much.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] bimbobo:
Try to look better, mine is from Amazon DE, BCOKASXXXXXXX and GPS is listed in the box, mine is from Dec. 2011...
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Ophelia:
C3 here, gps still listed on the box.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] buxtahuda:
Lol really?

I thought I was rare having a C1 with GPS a couple months ago haha
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] tobi01001:
Damn, just checked again. It has in fact GPS on the box. Shall I go for refund now. :-D Just kidding. Did not buy it for GPS and was even aware of the fact that it actually has none (working). I am quite happy with my TFP.

Sent from my Transformer Prime TF201
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Doktaphex:
You are absolutely correct! In the past when Gary has mentioned NV base code going through validation, it has always been in reference to a new Kernel.

In fact Gary's update even basically says that is what it is when he mentions that the firmware will be tested by a few beta guys before release.

On a different point entirely though, has anyone seen that Samsung have just dropped full source code for both the Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 and 10.1

http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/04/samsung-releases-galaxy-tab-2-7-and-10-source-code/

I really think that ASUS need to give us full source code. It would be foolish of them not to.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] demandarin:
have you seen the specs on both of those? they suck big time. outdated dual core 1Ghz. who would want that when for the same price or cheaper you can get an Asus with tegra3 quad core.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Doktaphex:
That's not the point I was trying to make. I was simply stating that Samsung had released full source code. Something that ASUS, in my opinion, ought to do also.

You obviously misread my post demandarin A.K.A. Mr.ASUS :p
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] buxtahuda:
They just released source for the 300 didn't they? lol

Bah, just kernel actually huh?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Doktaphex:
Exactly, everyone has to release kernel source. Samsung are releasing full source code.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] demandarin:
i didnt misread. i know what you meant. i was just throwing that out there. as bad as those 2 tabs are, Samsung should at least release full source code on them..lol
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Doktaphex:
I was only messing around, as I'm sure you knew. :D
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] oddbin:
Have people been feeding back the Bluetooth audio lag when playing videos? No mention by Google or Asus about this being acknowledged never mind worked on as far as I can see.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] clouds5:
Anyone already testing the next update? Do you think guys like demandarin will get it or do they mean internal testing?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] demandarin:
its not ready yet. Was told it should be ready for testing on Monday or so.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] cheltenham2004:
When the Infinity hits the shelfs, do you think it will come with 4.0.4 installed or even 4.0.5.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Yod-b:
And do you know if it's 4.0.4 or not?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] demandarin:
that i dont know. at least not yet
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Yod-b:
If you figure out anything, feel free to tell ;-)

Anyway , I hope it will be a good rom. I love the Prime but the software glitches are really bothering...
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] brainimpact:
once there is a working NVFLASH released ASUS should think about getting some primes into the hands of talented people like codeworkx and other people who work on various projects
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] beekay201:
+1

similar to what samsung did, no?

Sent from my Transformer Prime TF201
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Bugblatter:
Easily sorted; they can just add support for Apt-X, which I gather pretty much eliminates the lag ;)

My next phone will have it so I'm going to buy an Apt-X compatible receiver. Having it on the Prime would be great, and TBH given its premium nature it should have been on there to start with.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] bimbobo:
Dear ASUS User

Due to the Server is now busy, we apologize the webpage(s) cannot be opened on your request. Please try this site later. Thank you.

New firmware on its way??? Let's see..
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] bluefoam:
I applied for my GPS dongle on the 17th April, but it still hasn't shipped. Are they restricting some countries (besides Italy)? Or do I just need to be patient?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] ylexot:
It could be delayed if you have a champagne colored Prime. However, I've seen from two people who just got their champagne colored GPS dongle and the website still says "submitted". So, they must have just started shipping them.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Severion:
So you got it :D?

Can u tellusanything about it?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Ready2Mosh:
I got my champaign dongle Thhursday of last week. I'm in the US and I ordered it on the 16th.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Lock-N-Load:
Same here (but I ordered mine on the 4th)
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] mopar400:
Have had mine for about a week. ordered the 16th
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] rogersranch:
Got my dongle, and works great. I have noticed some reboots where the Tab is sitting idle, and then just reboots itself. But I have not had time to look into it yet, to see exactly what is going on.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Lorthirk:
Italy is not restricted anymore. By now AFAIK only Greece and Iceland are left out.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] edster00:
I received my champagne dongle Thursday also, requested it on the 16th. Status still says "submitted" at asus.com.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] clouds5:
Strange^^ It has gotten really quite around here :) The whole forum i feel. There are only some TF300 and some RMA experience threads around.

I think thats a good sign, usually when people are quite their happy^^ And hope the update will come soon and bring new life!

Btw i'm still cursing myself for showing my wife that fish aquarium game on the prime...
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] David522d:
Just got mine, so far 3 reboots...
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] bimbobo:
Let's move on the WiFi/BT thread then. Gary forgot it completely.

Asus believes that with the Gps dongle now all the rest is forgiven and forgotten
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Severion:
Getting tired of it.

Great, but there are enough dongle threads to complain and ask, cant we just talk about the Asus updates here?

@Demandarin, did you already receive your beta firmware upgrade from Asus and how and what is the difference with all previous flaws in the system? and what has changed? is Android now perhaps 4.04?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] boynamedstacy:
Looking forward to NVFlash... Unfortunately it's my last resort to resolve a hard brick. I restored a backup using TWRP and now she's a goner. :( Yes, I have tried everything through adb but cant get anything other than a recovery to flash. Even with a recovery, I cant get beyond the fastboot screen. Are there any ideas when we might see NVFlash?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] demandarin:
sorry to hear that. How did it hard brick? i saw your post in that other forum but didnt see what actually caused it. I know its hurting you not being able to play with AOKP. So even the WSG unbrick method not working also? thats supposed to be a current last resort to unbricking.

hopefully NVflash released sooner than later.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] boynamedstacy:
Yeah, Jermaine remotely took over my computer to try the WSG method and he couldn't get the tablet to take a ROM. Failed every time it tried to write which is weird because he could push a new recovery to the Prime without any troubles. I can't even get into recovery either. Volume down just throws me straight into fast boot.

How I got here was restoring a backup through TWRP. Something I've done on various occasions. Not sure what went wrong. I guess I should have enabled the MD5 check process. Maybe something you guys should do if you aren't already.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Doktaphex:
Sad to hear it dude. So did you and Jermaine also try manually pushing a system.img to the system partition. I don't see why that might work and the WSG pushing not work, but I just thought I'd throw it out there.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] GolfOX:
paperclip

Hace you poked a paperclip in the pinhole? Mine totally locked up and that worked for me. Maybe your hardware is conflicted...