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[Microsoft Surface] equisbox:
I have had the RT since December. Recently two people I know purchased the Pro so I decided I may want it too. I was thinking of returning this for store credit and purchasing the pro but at the same time that's a lot more money so I am not sure if I want to trade. Will I really use the PRO to do serious work? I'm not sure, I have a dell XPS15 laptop which can perform the same tasks much faster than the Pro. It also has a bigger screen. Plus if I do need to be able to use full windows 8, I can always remote desktop into my desktop from the RT. Sure it will be a littler slower, but the option is there if I need it.

The PRO is good because it allows me to run all windows applications -- however i question if I will use the Surface PRO over my laptop or desktop to do serious work. I can't even decide whether to use my desktop or my laptop, lol. However, doing serious work, would be much faster on my Laptop than on the Surface PRO. The surface pro has one advantage over my laptop -- it is lighter to carry around. The Small size has its own benefits and drawbacks as well. Most people attempt to try and compare the Surface PRO to the Surface RT, when in fact they are different devices. As someone stated already, it's like comparing a Ipad to a Macbook Air. I think instead of trading my Surface RT for a PRO, I might be much happier with another full windows 8 device on the market -- there are faster and cheaper options out there. Another thing the PRO may have on the RT is the digitizer stylus, which would allow me write notes. However, it is possible to purchase a stylus for the RT and take notes, although it may be harder, it can be done.

Here is a good review that one student wrote up about his experience with the RT:

http://www.theverge.com/2013/2/7/3959600/a-semester-with-surface-sharing-my-experience

The RT is probably the best Tablet on the market today IMO. Some people argue that the resolution does not compare with other tablets, but I think it is good for what it is. And it has so many more features that other tablets do not offer. Like the USB port -- I can connect my DSLR camera, and the tablet will automatically install all the necessary drivers, and it even lets me view raw images. The drawback with the Surface RT is that I can only use apps available through the store -- and I think most people forget that this is the case with Ipads too. Anyways, the most important apps are already there - Microsoft Office. This is all I need in school and in most cases I do not even have to take my laptop with me, unless it is a coding class. I wouldn't want to code on the Surface PRO anyways, lol. The battery life on the RT is amazing vs the PRO. It also never gets hot and I never have to worry about fans. I can go days without charging my surface. I use my RT in combination with my other computers and it wasn't purchased to replace any of my other devices.

I really don't know why I want the PRO. I think writing this kind of helped me decide to keep the RT. I hope it helps you somewhat. lol.
[Microsoft Surface] KJ98653:
I actually had an issue back when I first purchased the rt model. Basically getting outlook.com to forward my gmail account to the surface rt. Atm I use gmail via the web, but it loads pretty slow and I don't care for the google search application in the windows store. I have the mail app installed, however I like to delete a lot of emails at once so its less functional than the web in terms of that. Hopefully, the updates for March bring some functionality to the mail app because I would prefer it for the speed. (loading and typing a basic quick reply)
[Microsoft Surface] SixSixSevenSeven:
Is there seriously no alternative mail app in the store or something?

Seems like there is alot of demand for something like that
[Microsoft Surface] LastBattle:
Blame Google for the EAS removal? Stick with outlook.
[Microsoft Surface] Ryno_666:
My Outlook works great 3 Google accounts and 4 others. Seamless.:)
[Microsoft Surface] Kraize:
In the end, the RT is just a tablet. While the Pro is a tablet pc. There's your difference.

Tablet OS -> better battery life, less apps.

Full OS -> worse battery life, more apps, digitizer stylus.
[Microsoft Surface] Trig0r:
Do you need a normal tablet, but with the added bonus of having word and excel or do you need an untrabook type device?

Asking yourself that question shuold let you know if you'd be better off with the Pro or the RT.
[Microsoft Surface] GoodDayToDie:
As for alternatives, there's a Yahoo Mail app in the store, but no general-purpose email client (other than the built-in one) that I'm aware of, no.

For Surface (or other) RT devices, it's possible to run a fairly lightweight x86 email client using the x86 emulation layer (mamaich's Win86Emu program) if you unlock / "jailbreak" the tablet, but the perf isn't good and it will hurt battery life somewhat.
[Microsoft Surface] elite-fusion:
What other GOOD/BETTER tablets are there which have Win 8 Pro plus have a USB port, plus good quality front and rear cameras?
[Microsoft Surface] equisbox:
Get the RT.
[Microsoft Surface] elite-fusion:
You cant just post Go with RT without an explanation as to why go with the lower end model...

What other devices are out there which run Windows 8 Pro, with dual good quality cameras, a usb port, and maybe even a keyboard...?

Please advise guys
[Microsoft Surface] elite-fusion:
Thank you very much for all your input.

I have also read that the screen quality on the Surface is by far better than on any of the other tablets. Pretty much its on the same court as the Retina iPad. Which I have seen in person and the surface screen quality really is NICE.

The battery life definitely is a downer as I will be using this maybe as my primary "computer". I am mostly looking for something with a USB and actual version of windows mainly because I am on the go and i need to print alot of crap from the car, so I have a printer in my trunk. So this would definitely work for that, but question is, is there anything better out there when it comes down to tablet wise. I would rather have the x86 in order to be able to install any windows application that I desire of course, but the fact that it drains the battery is definitely a bummer. Because I need Cisco VPN for work, along with a few other applications which are developed specifically for my job and by my job, so I would like to have those, especially on the go. All of which I doubt are compatible with Windows RT.

The surface and all the others like it, are pretty much netbooks, with better processors and more compact. The surface, at the moment, is on top of my list I think, but at this point im double guessing myself and thinking if I should go with the Surface, or something like the surface, or simply go with a Lenovo 13 Ultrabook Yoga which I believe has a rotatable screen to turn it into a tablet like feel.
[Microsoft Surface] SixSixSevenSeven:
the atom chips will be able to deal with cisco VPN's and printers without issue while offering an increased battery life over the surface pro. But an atom as a primary computer might be a hard push.
[Microsoft Surface] Kraize:
IMO, there's tons of other tablets that are better than the Surface Pro IF you don't need/want the stylus / willing to spend more / willing to sacrifice processing speed. Even if you do need the stylus and you want to spend a little more, I'd wait for the lenovo helix (Although, who knows when lenovo will stop delaying that and actually come out with it).
[Microsoft Surface] lsquare:
Now that the Surface RT have been on the market for a while, did subsequent MS patches/software updates addressed the performance issues? Did anyone noticed any performance improvements?
[Microsoft Surface] Trig0r:
I've not noticed any improvements personally, mine only gets light use outside of the office when I'm browsing and emailing..
[AT&T LG Optimus G] Dsmforlife92:
When im on a app like Facebook or even browser I push to launch a video or a google play link it doesn't launch youtube or the play store it opens up in the browser only. Is there any way to fix this I click on the same link on my galaxy nexus and it will work perfect
[AT&T LG Optimus G] gunnyman:
go into application settings for the browser

and clear defaults
[AT&T LG Optimus G] Dsmforlife92:
It didn't work when I try its grey out so I cleared everything else and nothing still
[Sprint LG Optimus G] spatel9114:
For those that have updated to JB, do you guys have all these QSlide features that were mentioned in the YouTube video of the release? I don't see any of them ..
[Sprint LG Optimus G] klyang88:
I dont yet either. just exploring first. im wondering about the multi windows though. has anyone found out about that? My battery life has increased a little.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] latindor17:
I read in a thread that they will focus on the features in the next couple of updates instead of 4.2. So We'll probably see it in the next update (whenever that is)
[Sprint LG Optimus G] Veritass:
Screen shots have a sound now
[Sprint LG Optimus G] _Epic:
They always have, at least for me
[Sprint LG Optimus G] Veritass:
never for me. i was on zv9 rooted. weird...

also on stock video qslide works but idk how to move it or resize it.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] spatel9114:
oh okay, yeah I mean I honestly don't think I'll use the QSlide stuff that much, but I thought it was included, guess not.

everything else is prime, loving me so JB right now, makes this phone perfect!
[Sprint LG Optimus G] javskies:
is there a stock screenshot feature or are you guys using a program?
[Sprint LG Optimus G] Enzopreme:
Hold vol down and power. its a stock feature.

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[Sprint LG Optimus G] javskies:
thanks dude. never knew that
[Sprint LG Optimus G] spatel9114:
has anyone figured out how we got this update then? was it from sprint or another source (LG, Google, etc.)?
[Sprint LG Optimus G] javskies:
i remember when it first came out how people were saying it looked just like a nexus update and how sprint had no idea so it was either lg or google that pushed the update
[Sprint LG Optimus G] younggreenanne:
Thanks for asking that question. I just learned a fantastic and almost life-changing shortcut because of it. :D :thumbup: :D
[Sprint LG Optimus G] RayTrue04:
An easy way to tell if Sprint or LG pushed the update is if the update came from checking update firmware (sprint) or update LG software (LG). Being that sprint doesn't even have the update listed yet I say LG pushed it. All phones from htc to Samsung have two updating options one from manufacturer and one from sprint.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] kc_exactly:
What makes you think the update got pushed at all?
[Sprint LG Optimus G] cowfodder:
It popped up via LG software update on my phone last night. I'm in Battle Creek, MI.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] sharkboy0901:
I think this was like a test run because there is no word from sprint of LG.

What was Optimus Prime's full name?

Optimus G. Prime
[Sprint LG Optimus G] javskies:
im loving the battery life im getting so far, and it seems to charge quicker as well
[Sprint LG Optimus G] alsaces daddy:
Optimus prime/orion pax/optronix.

Those are names he has been known as.

Sent via carrier pigeon
[Sprint LG Optimus G] RayTrue04:
Are you insinuating the update appeared magically? Somebody had to push it :confused:
[Sprint LG Optimus G] javskies:
leaks my friend, leaks lol
[Sprint LG Optimus G] RayTrue04:
Crap u quoted me before I corrected that ate lol. Leaks don't get pushed to devices. People are getting this update directly from their phone not some online site with an update.zip
[Sprint LG Optimus G] javskies:
my theory is that a certain higher power pushed it to a few phones before getting caught and having their operation shut down. that or the government of course!
[Sprint LG Optimus G] RayTrue04:
People are still getting it though. I believe LG pushed it with out Sprint's notice. Manufacturers lately been pushing updates themselves. Before the Galaxy S3, updates used to always come from update firmware on my E4GT then towards the end of its life they began coming from Samsung software update after the S3's rise. Now they always come from the Samsung option never from firmware update on all my Galaxy's. Of course this is just my theory lol
[Sprint LG Optimus G] javskies:
the thing is i havent heard a single person say they have gotten it since that day, heck since those 4-5 hours. also the fact that sprint pushed updates to multiple phones on the same day would make me believe itd be easier to get a leak out undetected.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] _Epic:
The update was pushed out by LG. That is all I know.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] RayTrue04:
I figured. The LG option would be pointless if it's not LG themselves who push ota through it.
[Sprint LG Optimus G] enik_fox:
Tell that to the RAZR/RAZR MAXX owners who got the premature jellybean update
[Sprint LG Optimus G] foxsdaddy67:
it was the OTA fairy that pushed it lol
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] breakhans:
iosonandroid.c om

Is real ro fake?

someone has tested? Please comment if you have experience
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] polobunny:
A site that makes you complete a survey to download can't be anything but a scam. Likely just a iOS like launcher hidden behind all this crap.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] eddydc1:
fake, no way to get ios on android
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] lvlonkey:
this may be a stupid question but i was just wondering if my apps backed up on titanium will be ok to restore onto the s3? i know i probably shouldn't restore any data, just the apps. and if i have my data(wifi, contacts, etc) backed up with google will it just restore over onto the s3 with no issues? also, ive been reading around and rooting the s3 seems a bit more complicated and theres some issue about a flash counter also.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] mt3g:
Just data should be okay, and rooting is just using ODIN with a pre-rooted firmware. The wifi and such could be backed up to your google account and contacts should be in your Google account if you have them backed up properly with google sync.
[T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII] Woody:
Moved to Q&A

Read the stickies for advice on how to root, flash, blah, blah, blah.

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Also, when I came to the S3, I restored apps and data from my previous TiBu backups just fine. Obviously no /system apps. One thing that I would suggest it to pull your Titanium folder off your previous phone card (you're gonna do this anyways when you transfer to your new phone) and put it on your PC. Open it up full screen and clean out some of those backups from previous builds or phones. Gonna have a new phone, might as well have it clean.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ponhei9502:
Hello. I recently bought my first xperia, the xperia S.

Noticed after I bought it from an auktion site that I can't unlock the bootloader. I asked the carrier if they could unlock it and sony as well. No solution

Are there any development going on to solve this problem? I've heard that the Sony signature server is offline so i guess paid services are out of the question.

I also think that this problem deserves more attention. I'm sure there are alot of people like me out there suffering while their fingers are burning to be able to install new kernels and obviously cyanogenmod...
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] corum3:
Lots of people with the same locked bootloader all looking for a way to unlock it, lots of people have worked on it too, all to no avail.. Try http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2137561 or wait a few days for XSX2 to come out..:fingers-crossed: you will probably be happy enough.:) kernels will still be out of the question though.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ponhei9502:
That was what I was afraid of... Thanks for the information :)
[LG Optimus 4X HD] colly1212:
My area is rubbish for 3g signal but great for 2g, is there an app to auto change from 2g-3g and vise via location, eg when I arrive home it switches to 2g and if I leave home switch to 3g. Would tasker do this and how? Any other apps that would help me out? :)
[LG Optimus 4X HD] Tcm9669:
I would use LLAma for that

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kebab.Llama
[Off-topic] Zeuscluts:
What perfumes are you using?
[Off-topic] Markyzz:
Ferrari black

Sent from my phone.
[Off-topic] StormMcCloud:
Well seeing as how I am a guy I don't wear perfume.
[Off-topic] Zeuscluts:
I use Old spice,

Ocean Lagoon, and for party x dare
[Off-topic] LoopDoGG79:
Oder-le-IBTL

Sent from the phalanges of my hand to the facet of your cranium.
[Off-topic] Dirk:
Hai Karate! (Archer will remember it)

Seriously though, i have:

Issey Miyake

Polo Sport

Polo Black

Hugo Boss Soul

Chanel Allure Homme Sport

Emporio Armani

Armani Code
[Off-topic] ShadowLea:
HowManyPointlessThreadsCanYouMake by Calvin Klein.

I don't use perfume. Just deodorant.
[Off-topic] Archer:
Sorry. I can't hear you over the smell of my Old Spice.
[Off-topic] Edvin73:
Joop, Yves Saint Laurent, Aqua di Gio' (Armani).
[Off-topic] Ichigo:
Eau de toillette
[Off-topic] I r o n M a n:
I only know a little bit of French, but doesn't that mean "toilet water" :p

Sent from my pet - Megatron™
[Off-topic] Dirk:
That's exactly what it means. All mens perfumes are 'Eau de toillette'. Considering the chemical concoction that goes into making them, it'd probably be healthier spraying ourselves with actual toilet water though.
[Off-topic] adummm:
Infinity - David Beckham (Xmas Present)
[Off-topic] PermaBanned:
Pi by Givency - evening wear

John Varvatos clogne - morning wear
[Off-topic] DanceOff:
I don't use perfume only deodorant
[Off-topic] ak700:
S Voice
[Off-topic] maazdraco:
Brut classic for special occasions.

Axe Provoke normally.

Park Avenue Alpha for school occasions.
[Off-topic] I r o n M a n:
Haha :D

Sent from my pet - Megatron™
[Off-topic] dan-fish:
Gah, Issey Miyake. What a smell.

Armani Code, Diamonds and Acqua Di Gio
[Off-topic] ArmorD:
Kouros. Smells like a Russian drunkard but at least it's manly.

Sent from my premium leather sofa
[Off-topic] Zeuscluts:
Nice will try some,

When I I'll have some bucks.
[Off-topic] jr71x:
Just switched to a new kind after many years and I've tried/smelled all but "I am king" is really good:beer:
[Off-topic] Zeuscluts:
Which new one

Time is LIFE,

SPEND IT WISELY
[Off-topic] jr71x:
I am king, Lol, any dept store should have it...
[Off-topic] Zeuscluts:
Acyually I was unable to recognize the name of perfume,

Gt it now,

I am king
[Off-topic] jpcdeux:
Chrome

Ferrari Black
[Off-topic] GregTheGreat:
Hummer, Calvin, boss, many others
[Off-topic] dabeez98:
Odp: [OFF-Topic]What Perfume are you Using?

Perfumes are discusting. I used quiksilver

Sent from God's tool - Tapatalk using a SGS2
[Off-topic] MidnightDevil:
I use ck1 :)
[Off-topic] BreatheALittle:
I am completely defenseless against men who wear Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue. It's... perfect.

As for any women reading this, I wear Victoria's Secret Sexy Little Things.
[Off-topic] Lownita:
Gaultier Le Male, Pacco Rabanne 1 Million, Kenzo Power. Those are my all time favourites :D You really have to check them out! hehe
[Off-topic] I r o n M a n:
I don't usually wear perfumes. I prefer deodorants.

I have a one from burberry that I really like

Sent from my pet - Megatron™

(I was Chalak)
[Off-topic] Zeuscluts:
Tried a new one afyer a long time,

Its Polo Sports
[Off-topic] Sleepy!:
Using Gucci Guilty right now...

It's OK...

My all time favourites are any Hugo Boss fragrance and Ferragamo Black by Salvatore Ferragamo...
[Off-topic] cor4twenty:
Ch Carolina Herrera.

Versace Metal jeans. (Discontinued) down to very little :(
[Off-topic] Zeuscluts:
Think people dont use perfumes
[Off-topic] dhayman11:
Skanque - Paris Hilton
[Off-topic] TheSkinnyDrummer:
I can't pronounce it, but when I type it into Google Translate, it gives me "Toilet Water". Not sure why my toilet water doesn't smell like that.:eek:
[Off-topic] Zeuscluts:
Lol
[Off-topic] Zeuscluts:
Hello guys changed my perfume with deodorant.
[Off-topic] kodiak:
Lacoste for men
[Off-topic] Zeuscluts:
Guys no reply since.

8 days.
[Off-topic] -Falco:
Who cares what perfume i am using? OT is getting stupider and stupider.

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Phone: Galaxy s2 t989

Rom: PACman 21.0.1

Kernel: PAC

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[Off-topic] Jottaen:
Coolm Water
[Off-topic] deathnotice01:
cat poope
[Off-topic] Snowblond:
"Hypnotic Poison" and "Pure Poison". Both by Christian Dior.
[Off-topic] Megdron:
Only CHANEL )))
[Off-topic] SithBoxer:
Don't wear cologne, I use Old Spice 'Fiji' Deodorant and Body Spray.
[Off-topic] Zeuscluts:
+1 to Old Spice
[HTC One V] cybervibin:
hey guys i made this cause of lots of requests and and i had some time in my hand, and even i was bored of the broing UI(no offence TWRP)

so this is just a prototype there are many many many to come ahead :D :3

try this one and let me know what all u want to be changed and ill accept a few requests.... :3 (I did not kang anyone's theme...just taken android ics theme)

IF YOU HAVE MADE ONE SEND ME THE LINK OF THE THREAD

Here is the first of the many to come

Holo PUNK ICS

screenies :3 (if anyone knows how to take a screen shot whilst in rrecovery please let me know (m blonde :P)check attachments if u cant see the screenies

sorry for the blur screenies
[HTC One V] r3d_ark:
Gr8 job!!!! :thumbup::thumbup::) thanx...
[HTC One V] bratusm:
UR GR8 :victory:

Working like a charm...

Waiting for new ones... :fingers-crossed:

Or, if you tell us how to do it, we'll, you know...
[HTC One V] cybervibin:
It's damn easy ...u just have to know xml.....I'll post a guide to it :D

Later
[HTC One V] Cr3sc3nt:
here's one I've been using for awhile

Oh here is the commands for screen shots. you will need ffmpeg.exe inside your adb folder

adb pull /dev/graphics/fb0

ffmpeg -vframes 1 -vcodec rawvideo -f rawvideo -pix_fmt rgb565 -s 480x800 -i fb0 -f image2 -vcodec png fb%d.png
[HTC One V] cybervibin:
Uhmmm so? Ur point ?
[HTC One V] Cr3sc3nt:
no ponit :P just wanted to share :P

hope you find the command helpful :highfive:
[HTC One V] Aashuk Mehta:
Getting artistic day by day:p
[HTC One V] cybervibin:
Thanks for the tip
[HTC One V] 1ceb0x:
Congrats mate! I knew it was easy to make a theme for twrp but personally i couldn't find the time to do it. One Q: does the background image must be resized for 480x800 or we can put a background no matter how large it is?
[HTC One V] Seraz007:
worx perfectly!
[HTC One V] sohamssd:
I think it must be resized mate... I tried making a theme but it was all black...

Anyways I wonder what happened to the guy I spoke to for twrp themes... cybin you checked out his themes? If you can make a theme like the iron man one it'll be awesome... esp. the buttons...:)

Sent from my One V
[HTC One V] r3d_ark:
Ui.zip.... Is it compressed normally or any other like store etc..... Coz i tried to edit and made a zip.... It didnt booted in recovery.... Just blinking the start screen of teamwin..... "Recovery loop!!!" Lol....:p:p:D:D:banghead::p:p:eek:
[HTC One V] cybervibin:
No matter how large image it is...just crop the main part so that It is in the center...and thanks :p

u read credits? See I had promised u :cool:

yea seeing that only I made them

ok iron man It is and buttons I'll try to edit them :D

No no do this first..go to advanced or settings and check box stimulate theme actions..then try..don't mess up the resolutions
[HTC One V] jolas:
@cybervibin

Thanks for your work!

Because there was a little problem in button sizes and brightness (in my device), I made some corrections to them.
[HTC One V] cybervibin:
U don't mind if I implement them do u?
[HTC One V] jolas:
Of course I don't mind. :)

Tapatalked from my HTC ONE V
[HTC One V] mihirengg19:
From where to download the ffmpeg.exe file?

Is this the right place

http://www.afterdawn.com/software/audio_video/convert_video/ffmpeg.cfm

Just need confirmation.
[HTC One V] Cr3sc3nt:
Here's the link http://dl.dropbox.com/u/47295121/ffmpeg.zip
[HTC One V] samarain:
Anyone have this from HOX to this phone?

https://dl.dropbox.com/u/62515945/Sense_TWRP_Style_with_icons.jpg