yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Galaxy Note II General] jpnn80:
You're right, it's nonsense to expect that a micro sd slot and a removable battery become a standard in the cellphone market, as who cares about limited storage space and casting his phone to the trash bin once the battery won't work anymore ?
[Galaxy Note II General] geovas77:
Don't think I'm ever going back to a regular phone after owning a phablet. I use my device a lot more for content consumption, browsing and reading forums or reddit and I can't see any other device currently on the market allowing me to do all that while also being a phone and fitting in my jeans pockets.

Honestly I only see buying the note line in the future or similar solutions from other manufacturers.
[Galaxy Note II General] seawolf823:
NOOOOO! It's an LG! Nuff said!!!
[Galaxy Note II General] DanDroidian:
LG = Low Grade

:D
[Galaxy Note II General] UCLAKoolman:
After seeing this article it does appear that LG is living up to it's reputation with the N4's build quaility...

http://www.xda-developers.com/android/nexus-4-battery-shot-reveals-potential-quality-issues/
[Galaxy Note II General] Itchiee:
I use my phones as multimedia devices and unless it has hundreds of gigabytes I'd never own a phone without external storage...

Besides this Note 2 is the best device I've owned yet, we are not parting so soon.
[Galaxy Note II General] Hotobu:
It's pretty stupid to say that the two devices aren't even comparable. Of course they are. If you're not going to get both (which would be insane to me), and will chose to get one or the other THEN YOU'VE COMPARED THEM! You may think the decision is obvious. You may think they have little in common, but for two devices that serve as much of the same purposes as these two do, yes they are comparable.

Anything that requires a large viewing area. I wouldn't want to edit complex spreadsheets for extended periods of time, or read scientific papers on it. The purpose of the Note 2 to me seems to be for people who don't own a tablet, or don't want to carry it around, but want to have increased productivity options, and for people who may want to use it as personal media player. If I had a tablet that I constantly carried there'd be no reason for me to get a Note 2. It's too damned big. What'd be the point of a tablet AND a Note? The cool thing about a Note 2 is that I CAN view some papers every now and then, and make highlights, but I wouldn't want to be on it doing so for an extended period of time.
[LG Optimus Black] elderap:
I wonder if the update on 02/11 rom works well ParanoidAndroid video recording?
[LG Optimus Black] giacomix5:
Yes, work for me
[LG Optimus Black] elderap:
here works only under a minute recording
[AT&T, Rogers HTC One X, Telstra One XL] robjbw:
:confused:

Hi all. I am rooted on 2.20, have 1.14 hboot. My understanding in flashing Kernels under the 1.14 hboot is to extract the boot.img from the kernel zip I downloaded, flash it in fastboot, then flash the entire zip within TWRP. BUT I do not see the boot.img in the BeastMode v3.0 zip file that I extracted. Am I missing something? I am trying to flash the BeastMode v3.0 kernel in the ViperXL ROM. Any help is appreciated. Thanks.
[AT&T, Rogers HTC One X, Telstra One XL] ImagioX1:
You must extract the boot.img via adb after you flash the kernel. Have a look at post #10 in http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1959395. Thats what worked for me.
[AT&T, Rogers HTC One X, Telstra One XL] robjbw:
THANKS!
[AT&T, Rogers HTC One X, Telstra One XL] yungskeeme:
Beastmode 4 is out. You can now flash in recovery. Even with the new hboot.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] melcali:
http://m.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/EDD-S20JWEGSTA
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] fprice02:
http://androidandme.com/2012/10/sma...art-dock-turn-your-smartphone-into-a-desktop/

It says it works with the GSIII, nothing about the original note though. On Samsung's website (not the mobile) you can check if the unit is compatible.The 717 is not compatible.Think this might be due to the BT4.0 and Miracast on the GN2.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] pTeronaut:
The GSIII & Note2 have 11 pin Micro USB ports allowing Synchronous MHL & USB use. The Original note (International and LTE) only has a standard Micro USB port. The smartdock might, allow for charging & normal USB device usage (flash drives and Human interface devices), but don't expect to be able to push the display to the big screen.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note I717] NZtechfreak:
Don't even think it will do that, I got one of these today and tried it with my S3 and it was a no-go. Must need support in the firmware, since the S3 has basically the same internals and the same micro USB port.
[Nexus S Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] neosynthesis:
hi all. quick question for you guys: is there anyway to get unlock to camera with the pin lock engaged on the Nexus S like the iOS implementation?

I have to say that iOS implementation of unlock to camera with pin lock is the best in business for the time being.

for those who haven't seen it: on the iOS implementation, when facing a pin locked screen, anyone can still unlock directly to camera and take photos. AND they can even browse the gallery but the gallery only allows access to the photos that are just taken (phone still locked).

it's even session based. the next time the phone locks again, the user can still unlock directly to camera and gallery like the last time, but the photos taken from the last session while the phone was still locked are now hidden and not shown. so each time the gallery only shows the photos the are just taken.

all photos, of course, are added to the gallery.

it's brilliant! is there any way to get something close to this on a custom ROM on a Nexus S?

Thanks, all! :good:
[Nexus S Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kwibis:
Yes, it's called android 4.2. Watch it in youtube its quite interesting :D

Sent from my Nexus S
[Nexus S Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] fred65:
I've been wanting this for a while, glad to hear it's coming out with 4.2.

http://youtu.be/V9hYuiYFzCI around 4:00 minute mark.
[Nexus S Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Techronico:
This did not show it working with Pin Lock Screen though (as requested by op)...

I did have the video on mute due to being at work and might have missed him saying that it also works with pin lock screen...
[Nexus S Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kwibis:
It does work with pin lock. Saw a review from a guy at Google. Looks awesome. You can add the camera to one of the widgets. You can take pictures and view the pictures you just took. Upon switching to sleep mode and on again you can't see the pictures you just took.

Sent from my Nexus S
[Nexus 7 Accessories] Uh60m Pilot:
Fantastic review. Thanks for the great pics too. I was wondering if you could tell me how thick the case and cover are together? I keep my nexus in my flight suit leg pocket and need the cover. I have a seidio active for my phone and love it. I am just wondering if it is to thick. Thanks!
[Nexus 7 Accessories] kelmar13:
It appears to be right about 1" from front to back with the cover. About 3/4" from each edge it drops to about 3/4" from front to back.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] Troute:
I was going to say that's too big to fit in my cargo pocket but the case I'm currently using is an easy 3/4". What is the overall length with the cover on? that's crucial.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] kelmar13:
Just a hair over 8" at the corners (the cover only grabs the corners). 8" at the center.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] Troute:
Thanks for that, a bit too long for me to be able to close the pocket flap :(
[Nexus 7 Accessories] kelmar13:
Side shot that shows the size of the cover on the device (and more importantly the amount of space between the screen and the cover.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] wpghtc:
When you use the stand cover to protect the screen, does the adjustable part sit against the screen or does it lock or clip?
[Nexus 7 Accessories] kelmar13:
It clips/locks closed against the Cover.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] PoweredByWan:
Hey, awesome review ! Just the case I will be wanting when I get my N7 !! Does anybody know where I could purchase this in the UK? Thanks, :)
[Nexus 7 Accessories] IrieBro:
Sleep Function?

This case does not have the sleep function in the cover, right? Was torn between this one and the FitFolio from Speck. I went with Speck. But I am drawn to this one for some reason. It is Otterbox-esque. I have 7 & 5 year olds. Great review.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] kelmar13:
Correct
[Nexus 7 Accessories] kborer22:
Here is a picture of the white shell, love the contrast, looks really sharp!
[Nexus 7 Accessories] mk69:
I found a small but powerful magnet (it came from an old phone holster) taped it to inside of the seidio cover above where the sleep sensor is (the part / side that has the stand and the area would be about 1/4 inches inside of the pogo pins) and sleep function works..... You can use felt tape, or even crazy glue... :) ymmv....

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[Nexus 7 Accessories] ontoptherock:
So the magnet is high enough that it never comes in contact with the nexus?
[Nexus 7 Accessories] ontoptherock:
does the border of the case around the screen seem like it gets in the way when holding the device and swiping the screen or anything?
[Nexus 7 Accessories] kpjimmy:
For me, not at all.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] WheresTrent:
Thanks a lot. I was going to order the Speck Fit Folio, but I'm a bit paranoid and worried about drops. I also have cats and dogs at my place, and I don't need them knocking it over or something.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] demandarin:
Thanks OP. I really like this case. Its just what I need. It looks way better than the roo case I'm using now. Plus it will keep slim profile. I think I will order this this weekend. With too case, the corners are stil exposed. This case seems like the best protection overall fpr nexus 7.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] ontoptherock:
how about the bulkiness off the case, just ordered mine from seidio, so i should find out myself by next week. The gf said it looks to be very much a guy case when i asked her what she thought of it, but i always find myself spending the money in order to protect my investments in devices. looks much bettter than the fake leather cases that fold like a book.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] wpghtc:
Just got mine today!

What a fantastic case. Excellent form and fit!

So much more comfortable holding my nexus now!
[Nexus 7 Accessories] tee00max:
Just ordered one of these. Can't wait until I receive it!!!!
[Nexus 7 Accessories] kelmar13:
Compared to a naked nexus it's just a tad bit "bulky."

My wife REALLY likes the case... but I guess she's in the same boat where she prefers something sturdy to protect them as well.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] lscotte:
I just got my active case today, but it pinched the screen enough that the touchscreen now no longer works right, even with the case off and n7 bare. Typing this was a long process because it keeps registering phantom touches. Anyone else have this problem? Everything was fine until I snapped this case on. :(

Edit: After pressing around on the screen edge along the area where the screen was registering false touches, everything is OK, until I put the cover back on again, then it returns. This is probably indicative of a borderline defect in my n7, but a word of warning... At this point I don't know if I'll return the case, or send in the n7. *sigh*
[Nexus 7 Accessories] kelmar13:
No issue in mine. The case doesn't come in contact with anything but the outer most bezel (can't think of the right word) and would be useless if it wasn't right on the device.

...Sounds like a defective nexus :(
[Nexus 7 Accessories] wpghtc:
Make sure you clean your screen and the inside of the silicon.

There may be something conductive in there throwing off your tablet.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] lscotte:
I've confirmed its an annoying and unfortunate defect. There's a horizontal strip of the touchpad that I can make do crazy things by gently pinching the edge of the screen right around where the shell is in the middle on the left side. I can make it happen with the case off, and gently massage the edge to make it stop when it occurs. There are some handy touchscreen test apps useful in seeing this sort of problem.

So - clearly this is a defect in my n7, not fault of the case, which I love. This case is great, adds some weight and girth, but doesn't get in the way. Worth checking out!
[Nexus 7 Accessories] Rock-&-Roll-Hedgehog:
OP Thanks for the review I luuurve this case. If anyone knows of an EU stockist please speak up. I've googled my fingers off & come up with nada.

No but I want one too (with the cover on it). If you find one over here please post. :)

expectantly yours

Mrs Hedgehog
[Nexus 7 Accessories] Rock-&-Roll-Hedgehog:
..

UK & EU peoples

I spoke to Seidio who said to speak to www.mobilefun.co.uk & they said they are waiting on an order of these cases. Which they will chase up this week.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] Tsarli:
Great review! I love ruggedized cases for my electronic devices and since for me bulk is not an issue I'm considering either the Seidio or the Gumdrop.

As far as protection and shock resistance is concerned would the Gumdrop be a better option? It costs just $6 more. I don't care about bulkiness, all I'm concerned about is impact and drop protection.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] psloan:
My nexus 7 3g and case came yesterday. I am liking the case, except for the chemical smell. I am hoping that will go away quickly. Anyone else get a smelly case, and how long did it take to dissipate ?

Oh and fyi, the mic still works with this case on with the 3g nexus 7. Not sure how well, but I used it for google search and it heard my questions.

Thanks.

--pat
[Nexus 7 Accessories] lscotte:
Mine wasn't smelly at all... I was expecting something since others mentioned it, but mine never had any smell.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] WheresTrent:
Yes, mine smells. I got the case Monday. It's starting to dissipate a little bit, but if I put my nose up to the case it still has that smell.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] kelmar13:
I've never used a Gumdrop case so I'm unable to provide a response to that one... sorry!
[Nexus 7 Accessories] Tyyr:
I love my Seido, red. I have a Gumdrop on my wife's Kindle Fire and its a very nice case, grippy and protective. I prefer my Seido on my Nexus but they're both good cases.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] About7Narwhal:
I just ordered my Seidio red case today. I would expect to have it in by Monday or Tuesday. I will post pictures of the Red one so people can see it. I always buy 2 things for my electronics: A Zagg Invisible Shield and a Seidio case. Both products have been well worth the cost in every situation. Thanks for the review OP, wasn't sure if the stand was needed, but I got it cause of this.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] Rock-&-Roll-Hedgehog:
I bit the bullet & ordered from the USA. I ordered from Amazon were it works out a LOT cheaper for Europeans to buy. I bought the red one with the cover. Apparently it is currently passing through a place called 'Toledo' (according to Amazon tracking). I wish it would pass through more quickly. I want it now. :D

P.S Thanks to all on this & the other threads who have posted pics/reviews. However, we need more pics, especially the red one with the cover. ;)
[Nexus 7 Accessories] mk69:
Yes, there is a gap between the screen and magnet...
[Nexus 7 Accessories] Rock-&-Roll-Hedgehog:
If you clip the cover on the back of the case does the magnet interfere with anything? For example turn it off?

Thanks:)
[Nexus 7 Accessories] Troute:
My Seido Active just arrived, I thought I'd ordered a black one (I was wrong) I got a red one but was pleasantly surprised as it's a nice red.

No smell to speak of.

First thing I did (after sniffing it ) was do the magnet trick, I had to put it on the slope near the edge, must be a weaker magnet than mk69s :) but it works a treat and there's still loads of room between it and the screen.

The case inner won't seem to take superglue so I've used double sided strong tape.

/Edit - RRHedgehog, no, when you clip the cover on the back the magnet is on the opposite side to the sensor.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] xfrancis14:
I'm thinking of buying this case as it looks very promising just a quick question, ik the nexus 7 screen scratches easily so should I get a screen protector? If it had air bubbles it would drive me insane and does this case offer as good protection as it looks?
[Nexus 7 Accessories] Rock-&-Roll-Hedgehog:
I would get a screen protector. And yes the case is seriously sturdy. Mines been drop kicked by the cats & sat on by them constantly. It would be dead without it.

I put a cheap ferrous magnet in mine too. So the cover is now a smart cover, & it works flawlessly.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] xfrancis14:
Any cheap screen protectors that work well and don't leave bubbles?
[Nexus 7 Accessories] Troute:
No screen protectors leave bubbles if you apply them properly. One trick is to fit the SP in the bathroom when it is steamy, the steam takes the dust out of the air and that makes for less chance of bubbles. Any pure air bubbles can be worked out with stiff card or plastic.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] kevchaps:
Just got mine as an early Xmas gift. It's a great case. I had a portenzo bookcase before this, and it was a nice case, but not very protective, in my opinion. Very happy so far, don't see anything that could pose any real issues in the future
[Nexus 7 Accessories] mldiroff:
This - my exact same scenario. Love the active case and the cover.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] xfrancis14:
Just got mine and I have to say it's amazing
[Nexus 7 Accessories] Doo Doo:
just got mine & i have to say WOW this case is awesome i love it :)
[Nexus 7 Accessories] kevchaps:
Well, to update on the use of my Seidio. I got to test how my tablet would hold up to a fall from 5'.

Not on purpose. Everything held up fine.

For the long version, I was at work, I dropped it. Have you ever tried to catch what you were dropping, and you just ended up making the fall worse?

That was the case with me. By the time all the fumbling was said and done, I pretty much threw my n7 to the ground. Everything was fine tho. Tablet, case. All good
[Nexus 7 Accessories] Troute:
That's good news! and glad your N7 is safe :)
[Nexus 7 Accessories] kelmar13:
Whew!

Was the cover on too or just the active case? Any damage to the case/cover itself?
[Nexus 7 Accessories] kevchaps:
Yea, I forgot to mention that. The cover was off. No damage to the case at all, luckily.

Maybe Seidio will send me a "I dropped my tablet, and all I got was this ..." t-shirt or something
[Nexus 7 Accessories] 8668:
I was torn between this case and the otterbox. Seeing as how otterbox was unavailable and after reading all the great reviews like OPs, I order the seidio. Get an email from FedEx today saying it's been delivered. Ten minutes later an email comes from Otterbox "Defenders are available!"

Facepalm

Liking the case so far, anyone own both that can compare the two?
[Nexus 7 Accessories] Troute:
I think they will both be equally good but the defender is far more expensive and the seidio has colour options.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] Tsarli:
Almost got a Seidio until I read about the lint magnet properties of the silicone used. I believe the Defender also uses silicone. Gumdrops are all rubber making them lint resistant.

A comparison between the Gumdrop and the Seidio would also be nice.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] Troute:
My Seidio lives in my pocket and it doesn't attract dust/lint.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] gunkle:
Would like to thank those that posted in this thread. After reading I decided to purchase the case and cover. I have 2 children under the Age of 4 so it has been tested a few times already. I also put a screen protector on and this setup has even survived a cup of juice dumped on it. It seemed a little pricey to me but since I won the tablet from droid-life.com I figured what the Hell. Glad I did.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] Zomb!e:
Thanks for the review and nice pics! This case looks great. Something different for a change instead of a folio. I also love the idea of a cover/stand combo. Now if only Amazon would restock them....
[Nexus 7 Accessories] kevchaps:
Order them right at Seidio website

http://www.seidioonline.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=BD2-CSK3ASN7-GR
[Nexus 7 Accessories] ultimatepichu:
This is a very good review! Now the only question is how to get this product in europe
[Nexus 7 Accessories] Zomb!e:
I may have to. I was hoping to order from Amazon so I could get free two day shipping since I'm a prime member. I really need a case soon though.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] Troute:
You probably know this but I didn't. When an out of stock item comes back in, it's always got a different stock number and so gets a new listing. I had bookmarked a link to the case I wanted and only found later that I could have bought it some days earlier if I'd saved the search on the case name instead.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] divingmule:
@Troute, same boat :)

I went ahead and ordered from the website yesterday, their regular FedEx shipping. Received it today, 26 hours :)

Also found a coupon 10% off site-wide at retail me not.com, think it was WT10.

Very happy with product and service!

First post, awesome fourm. Thanks for the review.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] Uronlyfriend:
Just checked, its TW10. Thanks for the heads up, takes about 5 bucks off if going for the cover as well, definitely helps get over the price tag :P

Now, Im just stuck between red blue and white. they all seem vibrant an awesome. My mom and brother both got nexus 7's for Christmas, so although I am going to attempt manipulation to get them to get this case as well in those colors (I'm devious I know) anyone have luck on getting the outer shell alone by itself? I wouldn't mind throwing like 10 bucks or so down the road to be able to mix and match.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] Troute:
I have the red one, the red is kind of wine like, muted red rather than bright red, I like it.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] uberbania:
Love this case. I've been using it for about a week. Feels solid, nice to have the cover act as a stand and be able to pick it right up. Got the gloss white.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] gkinsella2:
Got mine today. I love the design, even if it does add some bulk. Great review by the OP, thanks for the rec!

Sent from my Nexus 7
[Nexus 7 Accessories] PiperBen85:
Nice review along with outstanding pics. I received this case today and absolutely love it. Recommend to anyone who has a Nexus 7... period.

I sought out this case purely because of the awesome product Seidio makes for the Droid Bionic, so, if there are any Bionic users out there looking for a great case, check out the seidio convert combo.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] Visa Declined:
After having my Seidio case a couple months, I couldn't be happier with the product. Whatever it is they put on it that makes everything stick to it has worn off, and I can finally pull my device out of my bag without having to spend five minutes picking the fuzz and lint off of it. :D
[Nexus 7 Accessories] bsoplinger:
I have the Trident Aegis case for my HTC Flyer which is a very similar style case without the smart cover. It added quite a bit of bulk to the tablet just like I'm sure the Seidio case does but the feeling, the sense of the tablet in the case is so secure, so solid I never minded that bulk.

I take it from the comments made from the Seidio case owners is rather the same for them?
[Nexus 7 Accessories] kelmar13:
Correct.

My N4 cases are on the way. I'll be posting a review of them when they arrive if anyone in this thread happens to own a N4 and is interested. :)
[Nexus 7 Accessories] Troute:
I'm thinking they must have updated the material, my (few weeks old) case lives in my pocket all day and nothing sticks to it, never has.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] ACHILLES R32:
I just received the seidio active case its very nice but the coating on the back ( seidio calls it the active skeleton) started to peel . I didn't even have the the case on for a minute. I hope my replacement won't have the same issue. Rubber sleeve has a strong smell , hope it goes away in a few days.

Edit: included a picture

Sent from my Nexus 7