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[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" General] ali770:
Kindle Fire HDX 7" Review

Kindle Fire HDX is perfect for work or play, with the fastest processor on a 7" tablet, the latest graphics engine, world-class Dolby audio, and a highly portable form factor.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" General] rootcid:
Lol what are you a 1-post amazon bot? That sounds like you copied it right out of the press release...
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" General] murso74:
Lol was thinking the same thing
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" General] ali770:
Yes, I copied that. What's wrong here?
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" General] kschang:
A1) The edge buttons necessitates some sort of trim and flimsy buttons. I have phones like that... lost the trim pieces. I rather like the idea of back buttons. They are not always convenient, but why keep back a blank slate?

A2) There are no Amazon ads in browsing... Unless you're talking about AdBlocker / AdAway? Different problem. You can load Xposed module to block ads, you know.

And yes, there is root. There's just locked bootloader, and latest firmware had not been rooted, but previous version can be flashed... If you get it to ADB. And plenty of folks have contributed to create a dual use... I run BOTH Amazon and Google Play together.

A3) Display is lovely, yes.

A4) Battery life is okay. Just remember to close the cover / shut down the screen as games can prevent the game from timing out.

A5) Don't be so pessimistic. :)
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" General] rootcid:
Re the buttons - its just because people actually use tablets lying on tables a lot. Simply prevents the convenience of not picking it up. The unorthodox lack of a 1 min display timeout feature is also typical of boardroom discussions. Possibly in some sort of attempt at shaping content use? Or just for kicks?

Another thing thats become incredibly annoying is the lockscreen ads for mens products and other useless junk, opn a huge display i have to manually unlock. I never really noticed it till i had to reset my kidle and lose the old wallpaper add disabling by freeze of files. Its much worse than my original comments would indicate lol.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" General] kschang:
I don't know what you bought that brought ads for men's products. I only get ads about TV shows and movies. :D
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" General] rootcid:
I got the cheap wifi version abroad. I dont have a us address, so im not eligible for the free ad removal service when residing abroad.

Amusingly only us residents, are allowed to remove ads from their kindles when abroad because, of course, people who bought their kindles without a us billing address are likely to buy us products available wherever they are).

Much as i respect the kindle path, i revile the legalism. Books at market price and ads? No way to pay $20 to get rid of them? There are millions all over the world who dont want to steal. Who buy the books. Sometimes more than once because they have three or more devices. And they must open their kindles as they lie in bed... to luxurious toilet paper with their night cap? No thanks. And imagine buying one of these for your kid outside the us, where theres no targeted ads.

A while back i used the help feature and tried to get it done. There was hassle with the management. They seemed to find it amusing. They seemed very nice about it. BTW - they can see your screen, so when you type in your password using most keyboards they will know what it is. Hmm, change it afterwards.

This is why i will never buy another android kindle. Screw them for screwing with me. Ive spent thousands of dollars on amazon. My account is like 10 years old. And ill keep my books. But ill stick to the app.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" General] icedtrip:
I know you mentioned using the help feature to try and get it done, but I remember reading someone here who posted about living outside the US and having Amazon remove the ads by just calling them up. Maybe the help feature (I'm assuming you are referring to Mayday) is more tech support whereas the ads could be considered "Sales Support"? Try giving them a call if you haven't already done so. Since you have no option to pay for the removal, they may do it just by asking. Worth a shot.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" General] rootcid:
I guess ill give it a shot, you might be right. But i was surprised when the mayday girl seemed to have no idea why she couldnt see the option to remove them.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" General] GSLEON3:
Well, I knew exactly what the Kindles HDX was when I bought the 64Gb 8.9" version. I also PAID to have the ads removed, because that was clearly explained on the Amazon website I ordered it from & I have no desire or need to try & rob them of the $15 dollars I agreed was okay when deciding to purchase the device.

Granted, my device is rooted with the latest 2.3.2 framework & apps from the recent OTA (sorry, not releasing anything, no time for troubleshooting or fixing any more bricks right now), but even if it was not rooted, I'd still be okay with it. I am a prime member & Amazon services is EXACTLY what I purchased the thing for.

Frankly, I am nearly 100% certain the device is rootable & while people have lost root, this can be avoided without blocking anything or without sacrificing your data or wifi connection. Why isn't it rooted? Time & numbers. There are so many devices out there & the devs like jcase & beaups are going to spend their time focusing on the devices that generate the most requests, which is clearly not the Kindle family.

As for the build, it is not perfect, but it is preferential to the Nexus 10 for me. I hated the Nexus 10, it's horrible SoC & the terrible GPU. The HDX 8.9 just runs circles around the N10. I like the button placement, which is perfect for most people that use it for reading & watching videos while traveling. I do not ever watch anything with it laying flat on a table, nor does anyone else I know. The only thing that I think was a bit under-thought was the Oragami case, which will not work for volume or power with the device raised into the viewing position, where the speakers are elevated above the case, but that is why Amazon added a volume control to the AVOD app I guess.
[Kindle Fire HDX 7" & 8.9" General] altrenda:
One thing to consider is that the era of easy root for every Android device is over. For whatever reason, carriers and manufacturers think it's in their best interest to keep things locked down. It's still possible to root almost every device, but the effort required makes only the most popular devices worthwhile.

I bought my HDX knowing it's limitations but feeling that the hardware was so desirable that it would soon be rooted, and it was. I was one who thought I had updates blocked, but got my root access removed. After a while the limitations started bothering me. So I bought a Nexus 7 to compare. The only things I can't do on the Nexus that I can on the HDX is download videos for later viewing and the Kindle Lending Library. While nice to have, these aren't deal breakers.

The HDX hardware is clearly nicer than the Nexus, the screen, the form factor, even the button placement, but the usability for me is more important. I have since gifted my HDX to someone who loves the heck out of it and uses it as Amazon intended. I keep checking in here every once and a while to see the progress, and when root is achieved and I can easily put GAPPS on, along with some other functions, I will probably buy another one.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] hollowback:
hello guy

whiich is the best protective cover for nexus 5 ?

currently im using NEXUS 5 Hard Armor Hybrid Rubber Bumper Flip Stand Back Case Cover

is there something better then this?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] glaudrem:
Is that REALLY its real name? This company has to hire a marketing/branding manager.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] filthygoat223996:
I also have the same one, but its def not the best. I would recommend Spigen SlimArmour or amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B00HFXTO84/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?qid=1397091175&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70 for better protection
[Nexus 5 Accessories] w1ltzu:
I currently don't want/need (saying I don't want is a lie) a very rigid protective case. But if I'll buy one, I'll buy the Spigen Slim Armor. It looks cool in white imo.

http://www.spigen.com/brands/google/nexus-5/nexus-5-case-slim-armor.html
[Nexus 5 Accessories] hollowback:
hi guys

im planning to order this

http://www.ebay.in/itm/SPIGEN-SGP-N...le_Accessories&var&hash=item233850ae56&_uhb=1

but is this one good ? basicly i just need something good just incase i drop my phone thats why i bought this

LG Nexus 5 Cruzerlite Hybrid 2 Layer Rugged KickStand Armour Case

is the Nexus 5 Case Slim Armor better then the Cruzelite hybrid 2 layer case?

i just need a very good cover incase for drops and bumps etc
[Xperia Z2 Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] yanouch:
Hello all and please forgive my poor english :o

I really love this tablet (thickness, battery, weight, screen) BUT i have a major problem with it : i often need to tap 2 or 3 times on something in order to launch/select it and it ruins my global experience with the tablet :crying:

Do you guys have this problem and is there a way to alter the sensivity of the screen ?

Thanks
[Xperia Z2 Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] xbad1:
Yes, I have the same problem. Some say, it's software issue, and suggest to wait until tab gets updated.
[Xperia Z2 Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] yanouch:
Yeah that's what i expected but wanted just to know if others had the same problem and if there was already a workaround for this ;)
[Xperia Z2 Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] hasenbein1966:
Many people have this problem, including a number of reviewers.

Nevertheless Sony refuses to acknowledge the existence of the issue. When I called them, the guy said "You are the first to report such a problem". (Probably he lied and was advised "from above" to say so...)

The customer is left in the cold!

Some people have a return policy - what if one waits for a software update, the return period expires, the update comes, but it doesn't fix the problem and it turns out to be a hardware problem??

The information politics of Sony and other companies (yes, Google, you too!) is an absolute PILE OF S**T!!
[Xperia Z2 Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Gnopps:
Yup, me too. The annoying thing it is difficult to document. Yesterday my tablet was charging and I turned the screen on using power button - lock screen didn't react at all to my inputs. Tried switching screen on/off a few times but it didn't help. Also tried double-tap to wake with no success. Went to get my camera to document, then of course it started working...

I've written this elsewhere, but this is how I notice the touch screen problems:

For me the tablet randomly doesn't recognize touches during the below instances. In all cases either going to the home screen and relaunching the app or turning the screen off/on will solve the problem. The problems occur several times per day but not constantly.

Sometimes opening apps will cause everything but the bottom android-buttons to be non-responsive. This can happen in any app it seems, including native ones such as Google Play.

Sometimes the lockscreen doesn't recognize touches at all.

While charging I've had issues getting the touchscreen to recognize touches, disconnecting the charger has helped.

Double-tap to wake seems to be very moody, sometimes working sometimes not. Sometimes it turns the screen on even by me just holding the tablet with my palm resting against the screen.

While not a bug per se, also the android-buttons seem very picky that you have to hit them right on the spot to work.

Other threads on same topic:

http://talk.sonymobile.com/t5/Xperia-Z2-Tablet/Touch-screen-problem/m-p/620325

http://community.sony.fi/t5/Tablets/Xperia-Z2-tablet-touch-screen-issue/td-p/1582051

http://www.android-hilfe.de/sony-xp...screen-reagiert-nicht-immer-zuverlaessig.html
[Xperia Z2 Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] yanouch:
Damn ! i'm not alone....

One forumer said he thinks that switching OFF Stamina mode helped a little bit...

I don't have my tablet with me, can someone test this ?
[Xperia Z2 Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] hasenbein1966:
"A little bit" help is NOT enough.

The touchscreen MUST work perfectly, whether with Stamina Mode on or off or whether with Mode XY on or off. No discussion.

Sony HAS to fix this.
[Xperia Z2 Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nos1609:
Already solved in .55 firmware
[Xperia Z2 Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Milltach:
The same experience with Z1 compact and support. Told them the camera is really broken - they told me there is absolutely nothing wrong with the camera and I'm the first one who got this problem. That was some weeks before, now they officialy added that maybe some devices are defect.

But that´s Sony, they give a **** about u, don't even try to contact the support.
[Xperia Z2 Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Felborn:
I'm also having this issue, if I'm using the Sony sleve it's impossible to use the touchscreen as it will tip over when I press hard enoug for the screen to actually register it.
[Xperia Z2 Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Not The Flong:
No problem here.

Only early days yet. The only prob I've got atm is Dropbox isn't showing up in the Album.

Edit: Fixed the Dropbox problem by using the Dropsync app.
[Xperia Z2 Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ryancallaghan:
I also seem to get this. The tablet works fine when tilted at an angle but for some reason can be completely unresponsive when it's laid flat. Would this suggest a hardware issue or a software bug?
[Xperia Z2 Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Benchamoneh:
I also get this, sometimes it's like I just need to press harder (so hard the tablet falls over when using the cover as a stand), but other times it seems that no matter how hard I press or how many fingers I apply it doesn't register a thing for periods at a time.

I'm lead to believe that this is either software or firmware considering the intermittent nature. Are there any custom ROMs out yet that we could flash to eliminate the software aspect?
[Xperia Z2 Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Dmands:
I have same problem, most noticeable in Chrome, switching tabs fails to register 10% of time. I can only think Sony have a hardware quality control issue with the digitizer as if it was firmware related, surely everyone would be suffering. Strange none of the reviews have picked this up, but I'm going to have to return mine.
[Xperia Z2 Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] hasenbein1966:
No, no, no.

It's most surely a firmware problem!

The electric current threshold for registering a touch is set too high. So if the tablet lies on a non-conducting surface, and especially if it was not touched for a longer time, there will be touch problems. Also touching the tablet with a fingernail will not suffice because nails conduct current worse than skin. Other tablets which have a lower current threshold also accept fingernail touches.

I'm very sure: If you hold the tablet with one hand and touch with the other (and don't accidentally use fingernails), touch will be OK! Right? This is because more current will flow.

The .55 firmware which is out for LTE devices already and will follow for WiFi devices lowers the threshold and thus fixes the problem.

Up to then always take the tablet in your hands when operating it.
[Xperia Z2 Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Dmands:
Interesting theory, just gave it a go, inclusive, but does seem worse in case. However if Sony aware, why have they not rushed out firmware as otherwise initial user experience is ruined.

QUOTE=hasenbein1966;52005720]No, no, no.

It's most surely a firmware problem!

The electric current threshold for registering a touch is set too high. So if the tablet lies on a non-conducting surface, and especially if it was not touched for a longer time, there will be touch problems. Also touching the tablet with a fingernail will not suffice because nails conduct current worse than skin. Other tablets which have a lower current threshold also accept fingernail touches.

I'm very sure: If you hold the tablet with one hand and touch with the other (and don't accidentally use fingernails), touch will be OK! Right? This is because more current will flow.

The .55 firmware which is out for LTE devices already and will follow for WiFi devices lowers the threshold and thus fixes the problem.

Up to then always take the tablet in your hands when operating it.[/QUOTE]
[Xperia Z2 Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] hasenbein1966:
POTENTIAL FIX FOUND (ROOTED ONLY)!

Rooted users can try this fix, works for me! Touch seems to work perfectly now, also when tablet not in hands and lying on non-conducting surface!

Edit the file

/system/usr/idc/clearpad.idc

and alter these two lines:

touch.pressure.scale = 0.0001

(original value: 0.1)

and

touch.filter.level = 1

(original value: 2)

Don't forget a nandroid before ;)

Please report whether it helped! :good:

P.S.: just for the curious - on the first Tablet Z, the two values are also lower: touch.pressure.scale is 0.0074, and touch.filter.level is also only 1.
[Xperia Z2 Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Dmands:
Thanks for suggestion but dont wish to root (I use it to watch Sky which wont work if rooted) - seems there is more assistance on this forum to the issue than from Sony. I'll give it another week for a firmware fix before returning it.
[Xperia Z2 Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] homme_fromage:
elaborate...

If this is fixed in the 55 firmware then how do you get it?

I haven't had a firmware update?

I'm using 16GB Wi-Fi only in the UK

---------- Post added at 09:17 PM ---------- Previous post was at 09:11 PM ----------

My bad, didn't read all the way through, ignore me.
[Xperia Z2 Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] hasenbein1966:
Now after a few days I can say:

With the root fix described above, my tablet works like butter. Simply perfect. :good:

Only instance where I have still problems is when the tablet was lying around for a while and I try to operate the touchscreen without taking it in my hands. Then sometimes (not always) the screen doesn't react, but only for a short time.

The problem seems to be related to static electricity.
[Xperia Z2 Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Evergreen74:
hasenbein1966, I really think that your theory is 100% correct... at least it is correct in my case: I have zero problems when I hold the tablet in my hands, but if I leave it lying in the sofa or the bed, I will have some touch problems... please allow me one question: how do you think this problem will affect when using the tablet with a case (I ordered a Poetic Slimline case that I pending to receive from Amazon)?

Mate, thanks a lot for your wisdom.
[Xperia Z2 Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] lowtraxx:
Thats why it works better in the 69 firmware for the LTE Tab Z2, because there they set:

touch.pressure.scale = 0.01

instead of

touch.pressure.scale = 0.1

I also bet they are tweaking their proprietary tftype4 settings a lot as they did with the Tablet Z before.
[Xperia Z2 Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] aliasjim2000:
Hi guys

You all need to install the new update released today 17.1.1.A.0.402

I juste updated mine and it works very well, no more touchscreen problem, running the new firmware smoothly :good:

SGP511 Wifi model from France ;)
[Xperia Z2 Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] xunus:
Still waiting for the update to reach singapore.(SGP511)

Mind including a screenshot?

EDIT: Update shows on both PC companion and Sony update service. Updating using SUS.

EDIT2: After updating using SUS, My device still shows .36 firmware. Repaired via PC companion still .36

Seems like i require the FTF to do it TT
[Xperia Z2 Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] hasenbein1966:
PC Companion shows the update for me, too; I will make an FTF ASAP.
[Xperia Z2 Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] u38966:
I have just added a Sony Style case and the touchscreen is much MUCH worse with it on. It becomes virtually unusable and can sometimes take 5-6-7-8 attempts to get it to register a touch which is absolutely horrendous. Did no one at Sony test this thing? Must say the tablet is excellent when it registers touches, but given its all about the screen the fact it has problems registering touches pretty much negates everything else it has to offer. If we know what the problem is with the levels set too low, surely it should be an easy Sony update to correct it. Someone suggested its likely been set low to try to get more battery life, no point in having more battery life if it actually affects how the tablet performs! Even if they gave the option to increase the touchscreen sensitivity at the cost of a bit of battery life then people could make the choice.

This is just incredible that they allowed this to be released.
[Xperia Z2 Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Chefproll:
There seem to be different tablet versions with different problems.

I use that genuine Sony case, too - but I did not experience any differences compared with using the tablet without the case.

In most cases, problems show up after waking up the Z2 from sleep. I might be wrong, but I have the feeling it's got something to do with the double-tap-to-wakeup feature. If the Z2 wakes up by opening the case's lid, it's all ok. But after double-tap wakeup, sometimes problems occur.

Try touching the on/off button (just touch the metal, don't press the button) if the Z2 is stuck, try sweeping your finger left and right across the screen. Then try again.

My Z2 does not react on touching the on/off button, but sweeping left and right quite often cures the matter.
[Xperia Z2 Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ironbyron:
Hello,

Just to let everyone know. It worked for me as well.

Thanks to you (and the easy towelroot) my tablet's touchpad is as fluid as the beer you deserve!
[Xperia Z2 Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] james_lpool:
has anyone tried to do a 'repair' in pcc?

I have had two of the 16gh wifi only models and both have got the same issue, im reluctant so send it back again as i dont want to just get another thats also got the same issue, but sony dont seem to be wanting to admit theres a problem.

is rooting easy on this tablet to do the above fix?
[Xperia Z2 Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Jonfensu:
For Root try Towelroot
[Xperia Z2 Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] thecrunked:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2784900
[Xperia Z2 Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] degraaff:
I changed and saved it using Root Browser, rebooted my device, but unfortunately it didn't make a difference for me :(
[Xperia Z2 Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] xPoiled:
Is towelroot working? Need to root my z2 tab to install some MODS (New z2 tab owner here) :)
[Xperia Z2 Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] hasenbein1966:
Please don't be so lazy and take your time to read the forums, it has been very obviously answered here.
[Xperia Z2 Tablet Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] isirobert:
How to get to: /system/usr/idc/clearpad.idc

How do i get to: /system/usr/idc/clearpad.idc

isirobert.
[Nokia X] EthanFirst:
How to Flash Google Play Services (GApps) to Nokia X Platform without root.

1. Download Nokia-X_GApps_Install-signed.zip and put to device.

2. Download adb & fastboot and Extract file to folder.

3. Download CWM or TWRP to adb & fastboot folder.

4. Reboot device to bootloader with command.

adb reboot bootloader

or

adb reboot-bootloader

5. Boot to CWM/TWRP with command. (Not flash)

fastboot -i 0x0421 boot XXX.img

6. Install zip.

7. Finish.

Or use Nokia X Toolkit
[Nokia X] Ijaz Farooq:
Well Done

100% working...i did it
[Nokia X] fidows:
is this really work?

Samsung Galaxy SL GT-i9003

Oppo Neo R831
[Nokia X] Dom3616:
Yup. It does. :)
[Nokia X] saadderaiya:
Can u make a video please
[Nokia X] Dom3616:
Simply use Nokia X Manager. Its very easy. :)
[Nokia X] solimavera:
[MENTION=4670279]EthanFirst[/MENTION]

Nokia-X_GApps_Install-signed.zip download link doesn't work.

please check it

+

please check adb & fastboot too

TNX
[Nokia X] Ijaz Farooq:
[MENTION=4670279]EthanFirst[/MENTION]

plz do something 4 nokia XL