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[Gen9, Gen10 General] 55mls:
And Archos would have to make a real mess of things by trying to work around the restrictions of any official Google "certified" Android device to do so. Google removed the app to sdcard functionality (for very good reasons as far as I'm concerned) from Honeycomb on up (even for cellphones with ICS or Jelly Bean now).

Why Archos keeps trying to cut costs by selling devices with only 8GB is really foolish. Even 16GB is barely usable for anyone that wants to do any real gaming these days. Most good games now need anywhere from 400Meg to almost 2GB, plus some extra temp space for downloading and installing, and then additional space to run in (even more if you buy any add-on for the game).

There are many that think the Archos GamePad would be a really big success here in the U.S.A. simply because there are a lot of people buying game machines here, but... Those that buy game machines like an Xbox or Sony PS3 also pay for the games they play. Since the Archos GamePad appears to be designed more specifically for playing "emulated" ROM's of older games... well, I would think it might stand a really good chance of actually getting banned for sale in the U.S.A. because hardly anyone here has a "legal" copy of any of those games. And, selling a device that promotes illegal downloading of things here just doesn't go over very well now anymore.

Until Archos starts selling at least 16GB devices they really are never going to get anywhere now anymore. They should have already been selling 32GB (or even 64GB) devices if they want to get anywhere. A thinner device (even with a keyboard), or adding gaming control buttons to a device simply is not going to get anywhere unless the device actually has enough memory to install games... and actually works right (which, so far, NOTHING from Archos has for several years now).

Sorry, I just do not see the Archos GamePad as being anything worth having. There are too many other devices that are going to be coming out from far better companies (that actually work) for the same price in the near future.
[Gen9, Gen10 General] the_jako:
I just recived my Archos gamepad for the new batch.

I try a few thing but I can confirm you that all the diagonals works perfect. If anyone want more information (FW version or something) or a video just ask me.
[Gen9, Gen10 General] xperiax10.awesome:
Wishing all Merry Christmas !!

from the Giant Killer Samsung Note 2
[Gen9, Gen10 General] nubisde:
Hi, please tell me your FW version, I am curious if I have an older batch.

I do have problems with the directional buttons and sdcard.

Android Version: 4.1.1

Kernel Version 3.0.8+

Build-Number: RK30_ANDROID4.1.1-SDK-v1.00.00

V1.0.24.JRO03H.20121126.142255

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The Gamepad allows to play Vice City directly without requiring the mapping tool.

I am unable to "honk the horn" though because there's no button for it and that prevents me from playing taxi missions.
[Gen9, Gen10 General] pgunning1:
Rooting has got to be the answer for this sd card issue surely, then titanium backup to the rescue to move apps to the card.

Had anyone tried rooting yet, would standard rooting apps work with this or would it have to be written.

Any developers on to this as yet as with some modding this could be an awesome device.

Atb
[Gen9, Gen10 General] the_jako:
I have the same version as you. I'll try a SDCard later and post the results.

I also notice the double tap on the down button works perfect.
[Gen9, Gen10 General] xperiax10.awesome:
Hi guys.

Just received my Gamepad, what games you are testing?

Will download those 1st..

from the Giant Killer Samsung Note 2
[Gen9, Gen10 General] jutley:
www.onlive.com is all you need trust me download it onto your archos from AppStore and enjoy loads of games online for £6.99 per months runs great on the gamepad
[Gen9, Gen10 General] xperiax10.awesome:
Onlive not in Singapore !!

from the Giant Killer Samsung Note 2
[Gen9, Gen10 General] xperiax10.awesome:
Archos Gamepad

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EDIT: Sold !!!!
[Gen9, Gen10 General] baladev:
Like what?

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Are you selling yours?
[Gen9, Gen10 General] xperiax10.awesome:
Yes, I have two sets..selling one !!

from the Giant Killer Samsung Note 2
[Gen9, Gen10 General] desarc:
Display issue

Hi guys,

I got the gamepad for christmas and it seems quiet fine to me. There is only one thing i don't like. The display looks as if there was a protection foil on it. So i never get a clear image. It always looks as if there is an image noise. I can't find any protection foil so i'd like to ask you If this is because of a cheap display or If i've got a broken device or If there actually is a protection foil that can be removed. The problem is extreme if the display shows white objects but it is always there no matter which color. maybe i can upload some pictures later. I hope i could Make myself clear. Thanks for your help.
[Gen9, Gen10 General] globula_neagra:
root was achieved on the game pad, soon a flashing method and firmware will be available

http://www.arctablet.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/ARCHOS_GamePad_rooted.png
[Gen9, Gen10 General] the_jako:
Waiting for it... :D
[Gen9, Gen10 General] pgunning1:
I am overall very pleased with mine its a lot better than expcted, sd card is ok with a class 10 occasional pauses in the system, but not enough to really complain about, keys work well especially in shadow gun its just awesome with this game :D

However, I have noticed Gameoft games are a bit of an issue with space as already discussed, I have a couple of questions, can anyone help me.

1) The gameloft game saves its files to gameloft folder, but there is also a large amount of files saved in android/data folder do I need these too or can they be deleted as it would save a lot of data if I could.

2) Do any of the gameloft tricks in moving to sd card folder work, I used this effectively on my LG 3d to great effect I guess in theory it should work similar but just thought I'd ask incase anyone had already tried and failed.

3) Can the alarm level for disk space be suppressed as I have 448mb left and I dont need to be reminded all the time.

Many thanks all.
[Gen9, Gen10 General] jlino83:
A firmware update for the GamePad is available at the website:

The fix list is:

December 27th, 2012

Fix an issue with several buttons pressed simultaneously.

Fix an issue with the display flickering.

Fix an issue with Google talk no sound on loudspeaker on video chat.

The install method is:

1. Download the update file « update.img » to your PC.

2. Connect the USB cable to your Archos and your computer.

3. Copy the « update.img » to the root of the Internal Storage. Do not place it into any folder of the Archos, just to the root level of the device.

4. Unplug your device of the PC.

5. The Archos will find the update automatically and display a message box offering to install this new firmware. Before tapping on "Install", you need to connect the charger/adapter DC-IN to your device.

The download link is here.

Test and post your findings guys :)

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Buttons seem better;

No display flickering untill now;

google talk?
[Gen9, Gen10 General] the_jako:
Downloading... is it fix the analogs slow downs???

UPDATE: Yes, it's fixed <3
[Gen9, Gen10 General] Cauterize4:
Thanks for the heads up about the update, however, after downloading, I'm hugely disappointed :(

The issue with the buttons doesn't seem to be fixed at all. I'm still unable to press certain combinations of buttons, rendering specific games as unplayable. While the delay does seem to be improved ever so slightly, the d-pad issue itself just makes this Christmas present a somewhat unlucky purchase so far.

The main example I have of the d-pad issues is in Sonic The Hedgehog, in both the Gensoid and MD.Emu Sega Mega Drive / Genesis emulators. If you're running either left or right, you won't be able to press the down arrow to do a spin/roll whilst keeping the direction you're pressing held down too. Sonic will only spin when you let go of that direction and then pressed the down arrow on its own.

Just to be on the safe side, I have downloaded the firmware update twice, installed each version a number of times and have also freed up 1.5gb of space to ensure the update could successfully install.

But just to check, can those who have updated their devices, please can you let me know if the following is correct in 'About Tablet':

Android Version 4.1.1

Kernel Version 3.0.8+

Build number RK30_ANDROID4.1.1-SDK-v1.00.00 V1.0.29.JRO03H.201220.155836

Any verification that it is correct will be most appreciated before I start complaining to Archos... :good:

Thanks in advance!
[Gen9, Gen10 General] DRZ400:
Just updated,

My build is V1.0.29.JRO03H.20121220.155836
[Gen9, Gen10 General] Croccy22:
Are you using the direct controls within the emulator or do you have the on screen controls enabled and using the mapping tool? I had a problem similar to this in the mame emulator but by turning on the on screen controls and using the gamepad button mapping it all worked perfectly. Maybe something wrong with the actual emulator itself?

Matt.
[Gen9, Gen10 General] DRZ400:
... it is fixed, just tried Modern Combat 4 which was pretty unplayable, now it works perfectly.

the whole tablet seems to run smoother, and the battery is definitely lasting longer. :D
[Gen9, Gen10 General] the_jako:
It's just released the root method...

http://www.arctablet.com/blog/forum/archos-gamepad/archos-gamepad-rooted/

EDIT: Be careful, I just flash my device and bicked it.... :((
[Gen9, Gen10 General] quazimojo:
Any places to import this to the USA ?.

I poked through the thread before i asked but could not find anything pertaining to importing .

Thank you.
[Gen9, Gen10 General] Deen0X:
Hi Guys!

i'm on vacations these days and i cannot test heavy the Gamepad, but last night i installed the update and here is my report:

D-PAD Issues: all are gone. Now the system can handle without problem. The system only can register up to 2 directions at the same time, but this is correct because a normal D-PAD only can press one or two directions at the same time.

The problem with down key that cannot be pressed two times if another key is pressed at the same time, now is fixed.

Action buttons issues (A, B, X and Y) : now, any combination of these buttons can be done without problems

D-PAD + Action Buttons works without problems

Action Buttons + Triggers (L1, R1, L2, R2) : There still have overlaping problems. Pressing A+B+X+Y+any trigger = some action buttons is unpressed or none button in registered as pressed by the system

I understand this problem is minor, but still have some overlaping problem with buttons and these problems are not presents if i use a normal joystick (sorry ,but at this moment i don´t have a usb joystick to test this and confirm. please, if someone can confirm this i will appreciate a lot)

About analog sticks. Slowdowns produced by analogs are away. Now the system run smooth without slowdowns when i'm using the analogs.

About sdcard issues, still have problems. System may appears to be less laggy when i insert a microsd. i can move trought menus, screens, etc. but if i try to load any program that requires data, i.e., a game, the system cannot run this game.

if i unplug the microsd, the game loads ok.

note: i unload the microsd (from system settings) but i don't extract from the tablet (only disabled), and games run without problems

conclusion: this update really improve and fix some of the most important problems of the device, but still have some issues that must be fixed. For me, the most important problem at this moment is the microsd related issues that cannot let us to use this on the device, and limit the total space to only 8GB (really near to 6GB) of free usage for contents.

(apologize my english, but for now i'm writting so fast and i cannot take so much time to correct some things.)

greetings!
[Gen9, Gen10 General] DRZ400:
Something odd is going on, had 1.8Gb internal memory free, uninstalled an 1Gb app, internal memory stayed at 1.8Gb.

Searched around the device, checked the app list, nothing. Went to re-install Need For Speed Most Wanted, went straight on in seconds.

Is there a download cache I'm forgetting to clear?
[Gen9, Gen10 General] Croccy22:
Something that seems to work for me with regards to the sdcard lag issue. When the tablet is lagging and things are force closing etc, go into system monitor and choose to stop all programs. Once the normal stuff has reloaded automatically the system seems to be completely lag free even when accessing the SD card. It stays like this until the next reboot. Not sure which program is causing the issues yet, need to try shutting them down one at a time to see what is the culprit.

Can someone else try this and see if they get the same result?

Matt
[Gen9, Gen10 General] 0mega007:
Thanks :p this has maked me want the gamepad again, i wonder when it can finally be ordered for USA delivery
[Gen9, Gen10 General] globula_neagra:
People, please start posting here so the Archos Gamepad but also the Elements line to have a separate forum

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=36189651#post36189651
[Gen9, Gen10 General] pgunning1:
Has anyone else had issues with the screen not turning on after being on charged or left with the screen off, as I have had to power off using the button, holding it down for 30 secs or more then finally reboots, other than that it is running fine. Anyone else had issues with black screens and having to reboot. Atb
[Gen9, Gen10 General] reggiexp:
Go to the data foldee and delet that. I think its android/data/.com ea nfs.... try it.

If you uninstal it wont delet data.
[Gen9, Gen10 General] roglio:
Hi, I just found a teardown! here
[Gen9, Gen10 General] DRZ400:
Tried that, it's like it hasn't freed up the memory. Thinking of factory resetting it and starting again. :(

Love the tablet though. :)
[Gen9, Gen10 General] o0genesis0o:
Just got my archos gamepad since January 7th. I would like to ask what is the build number / FW / any info to identify the lastest FW of the gamepad. I know that update on December 27th fixed slowdown issue when using analog in some game of gameloft, but i still has major slowdown when playing wild blood, like complain on youtube video.

Also, have anyone tried vice city on archos gamepad? Mine works smoothly, but i cannot find button to honk, activate side mission on taxi, police cruiser and do drive-by :(
[Gen9, Gen10 General] Rinkotakun:
I also noticed this, its really bad... its like there is a very cheap screen foil on it, but it seems its just the screen itself?.. does everyone else have this too? Is it just because of the cheap screen? I love the tablet , but the screen really bugs me..
[Gen9, Gen10 General] DRZ400:
?

Mine seems fine, I saw the original post and wondered what he was on about.
[Gen9, Gen10 General] pgunning1:
hi yes my screen is great viewing angle is limited but all good front on, New atfolix screen protectors are great very good fit and work a treat. has anyone tried the hdmi as I've tried 2 cables neither work can anyone suggest a make that would work with it.
[Gen9, Gen10 General] Rinkotakun:
The viewing angles are not that great' but i can live with that.. but the screen noise... my xperia mini pro doesn,t have the problem at all, my even cheaper other tablet is wayyyy better too, and even the old ds's screens are better.. i don't really know how to explain, but its like a very bad screen foil... i tried to take pictures but it wasn't very clear.. does anyone know if this is a defect or just a cheap screen?
[Gen9, Gen10 General] Jonnyapps:
I think it's just how the screen is. I've noticed it as well.
[Gen9, Gen10 General] pgunning1:
think there must be a faulty batch as mine is just fine, no real issues or graininess on mine at all, vids are great, all white back grounds are ok, unless I'm being super fussy, not much different to my Asus transformer not quite as sharp but nothing like your describing.

Had anyone else tried the hdmi yet, what make of cable are you using to get it to work can someone try this too see if it's working ok. turned hdmi on in settings but no joy with 2 cables yet.

thanks.
[Gen9, Gen10 General] capillonpub:
hi,

does the upgrade wipe the tablette? or all applications and datas are preserved?

Thanks

philippe
[Gen9, Gen10 General] ap1927:
i tried one i got from ebay it worked fine how ever i had to push it in a bit it sort of clicked in
[Gen9, Gen10 General] Jonnyapps:
No, it doesn't wipe it (as far as I recall).
[Gen9, Gen10 General] SashaX:
Mine has the same, it is very grainy.

I dont like that.

And I have seen some pictures on the net, in which I can see that some units have a glass covering all the surface of the screen and a bit more; including the logo.

Maybe we have Gamepads that are lacking that glass?
[Gen9, Gen10 General] Rinkotakun:
Could you maybe link some of that pictures? Are you sure that wasn't a screen foil?

But if it really is the screen it's pretty bad.. i hope it's a faulty batch so i can return this one..
[Gen9, Gen10 General] SashaX:
Confirmed by Archos: Its a defective unit.

Screen should look clean.
[Gen9, Gen10 General] jositochanante:
Hi friwnds, this is my update for apks on microsd. ;)

http://www.archosgamepad.es/#!update-microsd-mod/cl48

Saludos:good:
[Gen9, Gen10 General] Blash85:
R: Archos GamePad

Does it solve the microSD bug too? I mean the spontaneous unmount and mount of the microSD, the issue many people are talking about on the internet and on which Archos says is working on.. Don't know if you got what I mean.
[Gen9, Gen10 General] cajl:
just delete google apps !
[Gen9, Gen10 General] the_jako:
I deleted all the google apps except Google Play, Calendar and Youtube and still happens. Less than before but the problem is there, any other idea?
[Gen9, Gen10 General] nomaflo:
Nice ! I bought one. Nothing to say but battery's life... :cyclops:
[Gen9, Gen10 General] jvanzeijst:
Battery mod..

edit:

OMG.. charging takes ages.

The original battery would have been charged by now.. but its yet on 40%all because of the higher capacity..i got great expectations now..lets hope for the best.

Dear xda or Gamepad owners,

Maybe its has been already posted but there's an mod to swap the battery cell.

http://www.made-by-bacteria.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=97&t=2792&p=22293#p22293

Today i recieved my Battery in the mail so i also went on to swap it..

i ordered 1 from ebay due to the lower shipping costs to my country..

http://www.ebay.nl/itm/281059571970?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2648#ht_5475wt_1220

I just followed the mod in the first link and due to the different size(bigger) battery i ordered, i had to reposition the AccuPCB a bit..but it all went pretty well.. this 100x100x4.5mm cell is sure a perfect fit in the casing.. compare to the original battery there's no room any more at the bottom of the battery where the pcb of the screen is positioned..so it lays flat on top of the battery now. I also redone the bottom wires a bit to fit snug behind the LCDpcb..hopefully the pictures i shot will clarify it all..

https://www.dropbox.com/s/gr1pcer9nuhb7ht/2013-03-04%2011.26.34-1.jpg?m

on the right the original crappy battery..

https://www.dropbox.com/s/0v4h9kmgdsshfjg/2013-03-04%2011.27.53-1.jpg?m

taking out the charging pcb..

https://www.dropbox.com/s/4pqt4lywqzca1re/2013-03-04%2011.41.31-1.jpg?m

soldered it in the new cell.

https://www.dropbox.com/s/39gr2y74jmxm8v7/2013-03-04%2011.57.23.jpg?m

putback all the insulation an put back in the housing..had to relocate the bottom lcd pcb and wires..

https://www.dropbox.com/s/r0tq9eyzcakp3c3/2013-03-04%2012.07.19.jpg?m

alright its all connected again.. ready for closing the backcover..

https://www.dropbox.com/s/74txbr2odm4xdi3/2013-03-04%2012.09.04.jpg?m

All done lets reboot..

after all it went pretty fine and you have to work carefully and tidy.. but it certainly is doable..

i just drained the battery now and its on its first full charge..fingers crossed.

i'll post more on increase in battery life once done testing..

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check my post! its very doable..
[Gen9, Gen10 General] fkofilee:
Just invested in one of these, £82 from CEX :) by god its amazing xd ^__^
[Gen9, Gen10 General] Blash85:
R: Archos GamePad

I wrote again to Archos, underlining that is 3 months since last firmware release.. Let's hope they'r gonna move their a***s.

The answer:

Dear Customer,

We are working on this issue an update will be available soon.

Kind Regards,

Archos Technical Support
[Gen9, Gen10 General] c3cilka:
What about joystick(s)? Has it full resolution like PSx gamepads or only circle(s)? (i don't know how to explain better :D )

For example, this video/game demonstrates my "full resolution" joystick by controling speed(linear)+course:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VGJBs-Z-9H0
[Gen9, Gen10 General] the_jako:
Thanks!

This is a great device but without the Archos or the community support is dead!
[Gen9, Gen10 General] yousef8824:
If you want good community support go to

Www.arctablet.com

Www.jbmm.fr

And archoslounge

sent from my UNLOCKED gt-s5360 using the XDA app
[Gen9, Gen10 General] c3cilka:
Ok, so, today i bought my own one. Unfortunatelly, joysticks aren't so smooth like touch-control. :(
[Gen9, Gen10 General] Magnus72:
Anyone know if I could flash the Siyah Kernel on the Archos Gamepad? I´m currently using the Just for Gaming Rom but want the Siyah Kernel so I can overclock. Anyone know if it would work or is that kernel just for Galaxy S3?
[Gen9, Gen10 General] julle131:
It will not work. Don't even think about flashing anything device-specific to different devices. You might end up with a brick if you do that.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mmnawab:
I am using SGS2 Android 4.0.4, How can I change the outgoing email font in the default email client ? :confused:
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Jokesy:
change your email app.

Swyped from my Galaxy SII
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mmnawab:
Which is the best free app for emails :confused:
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Jokesy:
K9 mail, the Best free email app

Swyped from my Galaxy SII
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] ycavan:
Wanted to test out the speeds in Bloomington, IN & here's what I got....

On average, I dl'd about 1.7 megabytes per second w/ a top speed of 2 megabytes per second.

Then I pushed past the 5 gigs & got the throttling text message, so I decided to do a bandwidth test of that.

512k up & 600k down.

Honestly not too sad about those results. I was thinking the throttling was gonna push us back to Edge, but this is really not bad at all.
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] msd24200:
Wonder why your lte speeds are so low, I'm in Evansville waiting for lte
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] ycavan:
I don't think 20-21 megabits per sec is really all that slow... :) At least compared to what we used to have w/ 3g.
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] msd24200:
In your post the fastest speed mentioned is 2 megabits! Did you mean 20?
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] ycavan:
Lol. I posted 2 mega bytes. :) not bits ;)
[AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus Samsung Galaxy S III] toneflem:
Some of my results up here in Lafayette

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Looks like it's not showing up... Here's my best results so far:

25.77 mbps down

7.67 mbps up