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[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] NeoMagus:
Don't feel bad, there are several of us here in the same boat as you who share your frustration. I'm still to see any email or PM from Asus myself, it must be nice to have "inside sources" who actually respond...

Guess we will see on the 16th
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Kasper31:
well I will wait the 3 days before posting again here. The only question I have is why Asus has not responded back to those of us who have already registered to let us know that we are already covered.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] demandarin:
because you never filled out the official GPS dongle application that appeared briefly online the day it leaked. they only called the people who filled out that application that day. the call was to let those people know that the official registration will go back up on the 16th and they won't have to do anything because they already have those peoples "application" info.

that's all...no big deal...only some people had the chance to fill out that application that day before they took it back down. its nothing to sweat or complain over. registration will go back up on 16th. just fill out online application and dongle will ship 2 weeks from that date.

AS A MATTER OF FACT, NO ONE(EVEN PEOPLE WHO RECEIVED PHONE CALL) WILL RECeiVE DONGLE TILL 2 WEEKS FROM THE 16TH. so it isn't like they have a head start on shipment.

ONCE AGAIN..LOL...THEY HAVENT RESPONDED TO PEOPLE WHO PREVIOUSLY REGISTERED BECAUSE YOU NEVER FILLED OUT DONGLE APPLICATION. ONLY THOSE WHO HAD THE CHANCE TO FILL OUT DONGLE APPLICATION WERE CALLED. FOR REASONS STATED ABOVE.

CHILL OUT ;)
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] fcortes626:
the prime would have all the problems fixed by now if asus wasnt so anal about rooting and unlocking the bootloader. thats why samsung pruducs dont have so many problems because they are not dicks and they let people root and stuff. thats the best way to fix issues on a product by giving other devs a try to fix it.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Lock-N-Load:
Gary

With the coming GPS dongle can you ask your engineers to put the GPS on/off switch back into the quick settings controls for faster access like it was before?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] clouds5:
This is soo true. I dont see why companies are so crazy about locking their devices. Where do they profit from it? We lose our warranty anyway so they dont lose money RMAing our rooted devices.

And completely unlocking makes it more appealing to a certain kind of customers like me and most guys on XDA :)

On the other hand its great that they actually try pretty hard to make good stock roms with frequent updates. I had quite bad experiences with HTC on that regard. They just release something, usually with bugs in it, and they dont get fixed for a long time. But yeah thats why pretty much everyone that i know with a Samsung or HTC phone uses custom roms.

I feel that the Asus TP rom is actually good enough to be used, once they fix this game crashing flicker thing. And the browser that hangs. I think its all the same issue with memory allocation or something, but i'm no expert :) it just feels that way because the issues only start appearing after you used the device for some time and opened/closed many apps.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] MRCANNADY:
Wow, just wow...I mean some people just amaze me with their posts. Gary, if you are reading these last few post, please note that most of us know by common sense that all Prime owners will get the dongle, that Asus is NOT entitled to call or email everyone as of now, until the time comes when Asus is ready to release the details.

I think some people noticeD how calm this thread was becoming lately...geez!! ;)
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Bahurs1:
I`m a bit lost here,

Where can I fill this form to get that dongle?

And do I need to prove that the gps is ****?

And what about the small range wifi?

Someone please explain the situation of what should happen on the 16st?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] demandarin:
just read previous posts...
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] arby80:
Don't give Samsung too much credit. One of the big reasons the development community for android is as big as it is, is because Samsung does not update there products, and also puts a lousy UI on all of there devices. On top of that Samsung lies about what they are going to do. I am still waiting on that "official" gingerbread update on my Vibrant. At least Asus tries to fix there products and actively upgrades them. There communication could obviously use some work though, and it was crappy locking the bootloader.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] slef2003:
Maybe because they have stated that there is going to be an announcement on the 16th!
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] fcortes626:
i own a samsung galaxy prevail and everyone at androidforums would talk about having gingerbread on our device. a couple of us emailed samsung and they said they couldnt say if they would or wouldnt release a gingerbread update for the device. a about a week later they release the files for gingerbread on the samsung download page. in about another week they release the gingerbread update. we know samsung looks through the forum. same thing fith CIQ. devs removed it on their roms and nw samsung removed it too. theres even people who work for samsung that help there. they even gave us odin and you restore the phone back to stock and remove all traces of root so warranty still works. complete opposite with samsung. they need to let people unlock their devices and root with out them losing their warranty. if the galaxy tab had the quad core, 32gb, gorrilaglass, etc i would have gone for that one if i would of known asus was going to be like that.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] teh_lorax:
I bet they'll tell you all this on the 16th. Right?

Man, it must be frustrating as hell trying to support ANYTHING with users...
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] demandarin:
The update on Official info regarding dongle will come tomorrow morning. After that I will be able post my test results with the GPS dongle I've been testing lately. All I will say now is, THIS IS THE GPS SOLUTION PEOPLE HAVE BEEN WANTING. ;)
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] bimbobo:
@demandarin 2 questions:

a) do you know how they will make this available for European customers?

b) do you know with your insider "knowledge" if they are working on a similar solution for WiFi/BT issue? :)

Thanks
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] wynand32:
Seriously. I owned an Epic 4G (Galaxy S) that NEVER had reliable GPS in the year I used it. My Epic 4G Touch (Galaxy S II) has GPS that is reliable only about 50% of the time; the other 50%, I have to reboot the phone to get it to work. Go to SGSII forums and you'll see that I'm not alone. And Samsung has yet to acknowledge the problem with either phone, nor to fix it 100%.

On top of that, my wife's Galaxy Tab 10.1 still hasn't been upgraded to ICS, and is full of wonky problems that make her hate the thing at times. Again, no word from Samsung on any of the extant issues, nor of when the tablet might get updated to ICS.

Having had these experiences with Samsung is probably one of the reasons I appreciate the efforts that ASUS is making in fixing problems and trying to make its customers happy. Toss my experiences with HP, Dell, and Toshiba into the mix--ASUS looks pretty damn good by comparison.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] demandarin:
A) as far as I know, this will be made available to anyone and everyone who bought a prime and registers device and fills out Dongle application. Gary knows more details into this and he should be the one to ask for confirmation on that. As I don't know their shipping plans and what not for European countries.

B) honestly I don't know about that. I'd there will be a dongle solution for that. I think that will be more of an internal hardware thing and software to supplement. We already have reports of newer units who don't suffer from drop out issues, like Erusman for example. I know there have been some reports of newer units still having some possible issues but those may just be the early ones of newer batch. So i think they are doing more of reworking existing primes to make needed adjustments and implementing their fix into newer units out the factory.

Once again though, Gary knows more on this. I don't know details of both things. All I can give is my opinion on it. ;)
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] heymrdj:
Just posting I've had my Prime for about a week now (C3O model) and so far I've had pretty excellent wi-fi reception, about as strong as my HP mini 210 netbook and stronger than my Samsung Galaxy Fascinate. I do have the bluetooth issue, though not horribly severe. If, at any point in a room with moderate reception, I can get 5mbs down then I get approximately 1.5mbs down if I'm doing a full bluetooth file transfer of about a 35MB file (just to ensure that bluetooth was maxed throughout the entire test). I can stream audio via bluetooth and still use youtube, though I do get some stuttering if I force stream from my home media server over wi-fi and use bluetooth at the same time. But that is playing files that are transcoded to the max allowable resolution (in mkv with dual audio and subs).
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] gunner1937:
Good and very encouraging.

Suppose I buy a Prime a week from now do I have to request a dongle? Or does somebody know if the tablet GPS issue is fixed and does not need a dongle?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Bahurs1:
ok, so all I want to know now - how does it look like?
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] acricketer:
http://www.landofdroid.com/2012/excl...me-gps-dongle/
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] demandarin:
Gary would be the one to ask. I would think future primes shipped out will have it included in the box. As this external GPS dongle performs better than any internal one would.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Bahurs1:
404
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] demandarin:
try this

www.landofdroid.com/2012/exclusive-first-pictures-of-the-asus-transformer-prime-gps-dongle/
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] vittogn:
It's huge. And then it will not allow to charge the Prime wile navigating.

I appreciate Asus effort tough.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] demandarin:
its not big at all. those pics are just zoomed up. it fits prime perfectly and is very thin.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] lamboboy732:
Does it have pass through charging? GPS kills battery so its pretty useless for trips if it has no way to charge. Not that I actually will use it instead of a real GPS, but it would be nice to have.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] demandarin:
the engineering sample I'm testing doesn't. It could be possible the final version does. im not sure on that and only Gary can fill in that detail. But I didn't notice any significant kind of battery drain while I was testing it. seemed to do pretty well on the battery. It should perform and last fine for any long trips. I will have more details in thread I will create tomorrow after announcement. This does function as A "Real" GPS now. no one can compare to Garmin or tom tom. but as far as mobile phones or tablets goes, this ranks up top. especially with it now being external. more details will come.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] lamboboy732:
Ok, thanks for the quick response. Good to hear it wont kill the battery too badly, and that it works well. Looking forward to the news tomorrow.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Dandarebr:
Hello guys,

I looking for a Transformer Prime to take place of my old A500 and I would like to know if someone figured out how to identify the units with Wifi problems. Is a specific lot, data or something else that can help select one without this issue?

Regards
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] demandarin:
Not really. Except for the fact that newer units are being reported with better performance(some have reported issues but most seem positive). if you buy a prime now you are likely to get a newer model. With that said I have an early model unit that works just fine on wireless performance. just buy from a place with good exchange policy. So you can exchange if need be(although I'd doubt it).
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Dandarebr:
Thanks for fast answer. I also find out the information about the Pad 300 that *maybe* will have a better performance and will have the 3G/4G version. It is supposed to be on sale on April 22nd. Does anyone know a store that will sell it on 04/22?

Buying this new version in a store like best buy would be great.

Regards
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] SteveG12543:
It's the morning of the 16th! Where is the updated information?! :mad: :mad: :mad:

Just trollin', of course lol. I'm glad Asus is stepping up and trying to fix the issues with the Prime. Can't wait to get the dongle!
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] demandarin:
lots of places already have preorders up online. it will likely be scarce for a while. make sure you read complete specs of 300. its a downgrade from the prime. not as powerful Max speed of 1.2Ghz compared to prime 1.4Ghz, less battery life on tablet, less battery life on dock, no ips+ display(prime display better), no flash on the back for cam(prime has one). its heavier and thicker than prime. 300 will have ddr3 ram, which is good thing. so if you comfortable with the lower specs, then go for the 300 ;) its priced cheaper as its a lower end model. performance being better is talking on wireless performance side. there's no "official" comparisons or tech sites that checked that out yet. Its your call though. Good Luck on whatever you decide to get.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] intre:
Maybe you are joking, but no it is not. I would prefer a new backplate. Even if I have to pay shipping costs to Asus service in my country.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] V3ng:
I keep checking the calendar, and the VIP page ....
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Dandarebr:
The Biggest deal, to me, is the 3G. The Pad 300 can be a downgrade from the Prime, but it's still a upgrade from the Acer A500 (that I own) and from the Xoom (that I was thinking on buying since I have found 3G models on sale dor a good price).

Thanks
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] peterk-1:
The ftp site has had the instructions available for some time. The english version link is ftp://ftp.asus.com.tw/pub/asus/EeePAD/TF201/E7282_TF201_GPS_Extension_Kit_QSG_English.pdf. Don't bother looking at them - "plug in and slide switch to lock"
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] NeoMagus:
Just wanted to let you guys know its live on the VIP site now, on the left side click

"TF201 GPS Extension Kit Apply&Inquire" Also it states "The offer will expire on 31th of July, 2012 (PST)." Do it soon guys.

Just submitted mine.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] alfei:
I can confirm this. Just submitted mine too

Wales UK

And now, we wait...
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] V3ng:
"Thank you for applying for the TF201 GPS extension kit! You have successfully submitted your application, and we will process it as soon as possible. You can also check your application status on this page."

FYI I also had to log out and back in to see it appear in the left hand menu.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] fabersch:
works in France too...
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] master1988:
Works in Germany too :)
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] TFP201-32:
GPS Dongle registration OK from Norway... :)
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] cenonmin:
Done; from Sydney, Australia
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] V3ng:
Bah, just got back from Sydney into the UK.

It's freezing!
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] xdapacker:
works in US

Just done registration, it works in US.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Lorthirk:
Submission OK from Italy.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] bimbobo:
OK in Denmark too :-)
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] luis miguel:
In Spain also, kit already ordered.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Dandarebr:
Did anyone already confirm that new models really have a better wifi signal? From what a read in the topic, it looks like Asus isn't really sure of what is causing the wifi issues (since some people say that they have no wifi problem). It can't be just the metal case (although this helps weakening the signal).

Thanks
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] bimbobo:
@ demandarin

Can you now give us some more info of this dongle, design, performance, easy to use.

If the dongle is in the Prime, can you still charge it or the port can only be used by the dongle?

Tell us what you can and may say.

Thanks
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Lorthirk:
ftp://ftp.asus.com.tw/pub/asus/EeePAD/TF201/E7282_TF201_GPS_Extension_Kit_QSG_English.pdf
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] kaixis:
It worked in Greece too! I also have to confirm that i had to logout one time and then login again in order to see the option on the left side menu. Thanks Asus for trying for your customers.;)
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] louvass:
Dongle website

Hi can someone put this vip link up I can't seem to find it... thanks
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] demandarin:
ill be making a thread on it shortly that talks about all that.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Lorthirk:
http://vip.asus.com
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] CBers:
No good if you use the keyboard dock though !!
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] GernBlanston:
You know, if the dongle presents a USB interface, internally, to the 40-pin (?) connector at the bottom of the Prime, this may present an interesting avenue of hardware hack-ability to the venturous modder in search of a solution to the bluetooth/wifi issues.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] nxp3:
better than nothing

It's so damn frustrating when the things you have don't work up to your expectation. Well, this GPS dongle is better than nothing, I just submit my case, we'll see when I will get them. But this doesn't solve the miserably weak wifi. I'd like to use this thing anywhere in my house but I can't. It just doesn't work very far from the router.

What's this I hear that there is newer prime units with gps and wifi fixed? If there is, I'd want to submit an RMA and might get a good one back, but if I'm going to get the same crappy prime back I'm not going to bother. Still very disappointed in asus and won't be buying another tablet from them. Although I lift the ban on motherboards.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] josemfr:
Perfect from Spain

Enviado desde mi Transformer Prime TF201 usando Tapatalk
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] demandarin:
I hear what you're saying. I'd say you won't know unless you RMA it. Send it in for your wifi issue only. I wouldn't even mention GPS as the solution is now that they're sending the gps dongle out. I haven't heard of them fixing GPS inside the unit. plus no matter how well they were to fix GPS inside, it won't perform better than external one they sending out for free. just RMA it saying something is wrong with your prime because you can't move far from your router at all before you lose connection. Chances are they will rework your internals or send you a replacement unit. don't base your decision to RMA based on other peoples story online. Find out yourself. Chances are great it will come back good or replaced.

-To others, I'm about to make thread on GPS dongle results now ;)
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] An UrgeT Dance:
Hey Gary can you tell us if this truly is the new dongle.

http://phandroid.com/2012/04/16/tra...ed/?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Nickedynick:
Looks pretty similar to the images from the pdf manuals on the Asus support site...
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] demandarin:
GPS dongle test result thread is completed.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=24924755#post24924755
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] CBers:
Why does the TF101 work so better than the Prime ??

I may have to RMA my Prime as well, as I have a bright "spot" on the screen, which is only visible on a white background, but is irritating when using the browser, especially on the Google page.

Any one else reported this ?? It's like a bunch of pixels dead, but in reverse, like what you get on plasmas etc.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Derekh1234:
Yes. I have 4 bright spots on my screen. I am about to RMA my unit. Wifi is deplorable.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] lukcinek:
Works in Poland
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] demandarin:
I don't have that problem. RMA is your best bet. I know my prime is faster and performs better than my Ipad and Atrix. Same goes for wifi performance also. Prime pulls faster download speeds than my other devices and range is the same or better than my Ipad or Atrix.

So yes, horrible wifi is not acceptable, but this is far from something THST affects all or most units. best bet would be to RMA it and specifically detail issues you're experiencing. Being wifi and display issues. good luck ;)
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] CBers:
Thanks Derek, I think you've helped me make my mind up.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] modtheworld:
Hi guys got a problem with the dongle registration.I'm getting this error.

Sorry but your serial number could not be recognized. Please check your serial number to ensure that your model is a TF201, and try again.

Its the same serial i registered with is anyone getting this same error.Please help me figure out how to fix this.:)
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] MRCANNADY:
It's always good to get opinions from both sides, not just one. My wifi works great, and I purchased one of the first released batches.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Fireplug:
Speaking of registering our products... has anyone found a way to register the lap dock for future warranty protection on the ASUS site? It doesn't come with a warranty card in the box, but it must be covered by some warranty, right, and there is no drop down category on the ASUS site to register it.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] buxtahuda:
You just need to input the serial from the box (my keyboard doesn't have a serial sticker :() and it will automatically pull up the other info. If not, just select Prime and keep going just like you did with the tablet, it'll show up.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] smrsxn:
My prime is in RMS for 7-8 bright spots

I did an RMA last thursday, to get these bright spots fixed (replace screen, I think). My tablet's WIFI was good, hoping it stays the same when my tablet comes back.

Don't worry, doing RMA is the right thing to do. If something goes wrong after RMA, doing another RMA would be still the right thing to do. :-)

Hopefully, it's not needed. Our LCD screens will be fixed to satisfaction.

Edit: apologies guys, I quoted demandarin by mistake. My response was meant for others who had Bright pixel issues
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] shreddintyres:
Look at your serial number in the settings menu under about tablet, you are likely confusing o's for 0's
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] buxtahuda:
I had the same issue, the serial was fine. It won't even let you register the serial if you confuse those characters, so that's not the issue. Reopen the registration page and you'll find it properly submitted even though it was displaying that message. Mine did anyway.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] An UrgeT Dance:
Does your tablet happen to be bootloader unlocked? I was wondering if they were going to make this available to the people who unlocked their units. I left mine locked specifically for this reason.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Fireplug:
No, I am not unlocked and was able to register my Tablet fine, I just figured since it is a registration site for all ASUS products, that I should be able to put in the lap dock serial number and have it let me register that as well, but after entering the serial for the separately purchased lap dock, there is no drop down product or model that matches. Also there is no warranty card in the lap dock box like there was in the tablet box so I am wondering if the lapdock, a $150 item, comes with no warranty whatsoever???
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Ready2Mosh:
I got that error also, but I made the mistake of picking my dock serial number instead of my Primes, otherwise I would call it in.