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Hi
Does anyone else have a problem with the Google books app on Galaxy Tab? Specifically with the latest book from Dan Brown - The Lost Symbol.
Edit: just confirmed - will all the books I have downloaded, paid and free one's.
It misses the last (few) pages/lines of each chapter. Very, very annoying.
The same book appears just fine on my Galaxy Vibrant device - I see all the pages of each chapter.
I have re-installed the app, removed and re-added the books to my device - no difference. On the Galaxy Tab, it keeps on missing the last few pages of each chapter.
I even opened an issue with Google-books, days ago, and did not get any response pack.
Any Ideas?
Thanks
I noticed that in Wind in the Willows, but there were one or two others where it did not happen. If I switched to original pages, they text was there. I'm not sure if the paid ones have the scanned pages though, as I haven't bought any yet.
can post screenshots and version number of the books app?
Wind in the Willows is a free download on eBooks. It repros with every version of Books with flowing text (original scanned version lets you finish each chapter). So you have one example you can make your own screenshots of the bug with freely. Arthur Machen's Great God Pan is a second free book with the bug.
Google confirmed this bug
I did look and found that Google has confirmed this to be a bug with the ebook reader on the Android - 'their techs are working on this'
Hope google fixes this, excessively annoying....
fyi, I can confirm that this problem occurs even on paid books
Yep. . . .
I returned all my Google books for a refund and went back to Kindle app. . .
Until Google fix it.
It is also confirmed to be only Tab related, since the tab -failing books are just fine on the Viibrant.
I tried the latest Vegan and CM 6.2 ROMS and I wasn't able to install a working official Yahoo Messenger with the video call.
I also force install it by downloading the APK of the yahoo messenger and the video call update apk. It installed but it didn't work.
I want to know if this will work since I still have time to return this g-tablet to Sears.
PS: what's the best Facebook app with widget support for the g-tab?
I was able to install Messenger and the video plugin from market this weekend, no problem.
Fyi, on Gtab-to-pc calls the video on the pc end was rotated 90 degrees.
Jim
jimcpl said:
I was able to install Messenger and the video plugin from market this weekend, no problem.
Fyi, on Gtab-to-pc calls the video on the pc end was rotated 90 degrees.
Jim
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That's good to hear..
How did you do it? what ROM did you use..?
jcX4ever said:
That's good to hear..
How did you do it? what ROM did you use..?
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Oops. Sorry. I was using stock 3053 at that time.
Jim
jimcpl said:
I was able to install Messenger and the video plugin from market this weekend, no problem.
Fyi, on Gtab-to-pc calls the video on the pc end was rotated 90 degrees.
Jim
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I was able to install yahoo messenger just fine through the market. I just tested video calling and the PC user was able to see me just fine with no rotation issue. I'm using vegan b5.1 which also has the gsensor fix. I wonder if that fixes the rotation issue people may be having.
japhule said:
I was able to install yahoo messenger just fine through the market. I just tested video calling and the PC user was able to see me just fine with no rotation issue. I'm using vegan b5.1 which also has the gsensor fix. I wonder if that fixes the rotation issue people may be having.
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Hi,
That's both weird and good news ...
As mentioned above, I was on stock 3053 at the time, no gsensor fix, so it's possible what you said.
There's a thread under Apps about video calling:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=882637&highlight=video
and can I suggest you post that info there? Seemed like a few people interested in it.
Jim
yahoo messenger with video add-on are working good on vegan5.1
ketty_yijun said:
yahoo messenger with video add-on are working good on vegan5.1
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I tried..
I can't see the official yahoo messenger app on the market so I downloaded the apks online instead.. I Installed them. I lauched it but then it says that the app is outdated and it redirected me to the market but that link to the market wont show anything since not all apps will show on the gtab.
Didn't work on CM6.2 either.
Sounds like you need to do the market fix. Yahoo messengers is one of the apps I check to verify if the market fix was applied correctly or not.
japhule said:
Sounds like you need to do the market fix. Yahoo messengers is one of the apps I check to verify if the market fix was applied correctly or not.
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I thought market is fixed once I install third party ROM such as vegan or CM.
Problem Solved!
Part Three – Install Flash and fix Android Market
This is needed to view websites with Flash based content, and to download apps from the market. (Fairly obvious, I know, but just in case somebody doesn't know.) Log in/set up your Google Account before trying the market fix (steps vary on the ROM you are using…in most cases you can access the web accounts by opening the Contacts app, pressing the menu button (the one above the back button), and selecting accounts).
Step 1.
Download “Adobe Flash Player 10.1.120.1.apk” which you will find attached at the bottom of this post and save it on your tablet (I recommend creating a separate folder to save .apk files in).
Step 2.
On your tablet open up whatever file explorer comes pre-installed with the ROM you’ve selected. In there, open up where you saved your .apk, then select Adobe Flash Player, and follow the on screen instructions to finish installing that.
Step 3.
Open the Market app. Once it loads close it (press the home button).
Step 4.
Go into Settings – Applications – Manage Applications – Google Services Framework – Force Stop – Clear Data
Step 5.
Go into Settings – Applications – Manage Applications – Market – Force Stop – Clear Data
Step 6.
Go back to your home screen and open up the market. You should get an error. If not, redo steps 3 and 4 until you do.
Step 7.
Reboot your device. After it starts back up let it sit for a minute or two to let things in the operating system normalize. Open the Market. Reboot your device.
Step 8.
Open the market again and enjoy. You now have Flash and the Android Market. (Keep in mind, this is not the FULL market, it just makes around 99% of it available. It is unknown which apps are not available. There is a full market fix, but it is MUCH more complicated).
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I followed this and everything is working fine now...
Thank for the help..
-- just clicked all the "THANKS" button!
Although I applied the market fix previously. I searched for yahoo messenger again on the market and didnt find it. I had to reapply the fix once again for it to show.
After the awesome fix POST # 11... the Gtab with the latest TnT and unlock market worked for a day and started me giving pop up errors every app click/open.. The virtual keyboard isn't showing up also. I got pissed and returned it to Sears..
Now CES 2011 is showing me so many cool honeycomb tablets, it must be a blessing in disguise.
Hi Guys,
So I got my SGT 7" Sprint unlocked yesterday. So far, I love it. The screen is gorgeous, and I really like its feel in my hand. Anyway, I have a 10 day trip coming up and I want to see if I can replace my laptop with the SGT for this period. Now here are the things that I generally would use during my trip:
1. Occasional TV episode/movie (all of which I have already, no Netflix/movie downloads required)
2. Some music
3. Facebook/Gmail/College Email (already set up on Email)
4. General browsing (some youtube, forums, looking up places to go in the city)
5. Google Maps
Seeing what I need, which apps would you guys suggest? I am guessing a media app, but I haven't tried the stock media app yet. Would I have to convert stuff for the SGT to play properly? Is there any way I can download the maps on Google Maps and store them locally so that I won't need 3G services if I don't have wifi?
Any help is very much appreciated. Also, I haven't rooted my Tab yet, but will do it in a day or two once I get the hang of it.
about the google map i can't help u with it ,
but if u want to root your tab easily by one click . just download the superoneclick search for it , and root ur phone with it , its so easy
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Hi Guys,
So I got my SGT 7" Sprint unlocked yesterday. So far, I love it. The screen is gorgeous, and I really like its feel in my hand. Anyway, I have a 10 day trip coming up and I want to see if I can replace my laptop with the SGT for this period. Now here are the things that I generally would use during my trip:
1. Occasional TV episode/movie (all of which I have already, no Netflix/movie downloads required)
2. Some music
3. Facebook/Gmail/College Email (already set up on Email)
4. General browsing (some youtube, forums, looking up places to go in the city)
5. Google Maps
Seeing what I need, which apps would you guys suggest? I am guessing a media app, but I haven't tried the stock media app yet. Would I have to convert stuff for the SGT to play properly? Is there any way I can download the maps on Google Maps and store them locally so that I won't need 3G services if I don't have wifi?
Any help is very much appreciated. Also, I haven't rooted my Tab yet, but will do it in a day or two once I get the hang of it.
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1. Stock player works fine for most formats, You could also try these
2. Stock Music player works fine or you could try these
3. Official facebook app/stock email client
4. Stock browser, Firefox, Dolphin HD 5 / Official Youtube App
5. Locus Maps.
You shouldn't need to convert any videos etc as they should play fine, even HD. However if you wanted to save space you could downsample them to reduce size.
To root your device use z4root or superoneclick. Also check out teh sticky threads in teh dev section. DO NOT post topics there though, if you have questions etc go to questions section or reply to a topic in dev.
crimsonred36 said:
Hi Guys,
So I got my SGT 7" Sprint unlocked yesterday. So far, I love it. The screen is gorgeous, and I really like its feel in my hand. Anyway, I have a 10 day trip coming up and I want to see if I can replace my laptop with the SGT for this period. Now here are the things that I generally would use during my trip:
1. Occasional TV episode/movie (all of which I have already, no Netflix/movie downloads required)
2. Some music
3. Facebook/Gmail/College Email (already set up on Email)
4. General browsing (some youtube, forums, looking up places to go in the city)
5. Google Maps
Seeing what I need, which apps would you guys suggest? I am guessing a media app, but I haven't tried the stock media app yet. Would I have to convert stuff for the SGT to play properly? Is there any way I can download the maps on Google Maps and store them locally so that I won't need 3G services if I don't have wifi?
Any help is very much appreciated. Also, I haven't rooted my Tab yet, but will do it in a day or two once I get the hang of it.
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1. Moboplayer free from the market. plays most video format.
2. if it's just some music, stock music works fine. if you listen to music frequently through your headphones, i recommend poweramp cos there are lots of settings you can play with. NOT free.
3. default facebook app works fine. built in email app is good. i use it for my school exchange email.
4. if you're on gingerbread, stock browser is fine but the browser can't download certain format of files, for example .rar files. if not you can try Opera Mobile (free). it's really smooth.
5. maps... i use google maps..
these are some of the apps i use and i highly recommend them. all are free except poweramp.
Quick office, you can sync it to google docs, thats if you need to create/read/edit documents, it can also make power point presentaitons
Thanks for all the suggestions guys. I just rooted my tab and will give all the apps a try. TheATHEIST, does Locus maps allow map downloads?
For movies and videos set browser to desktop and check out ::
letmewatchthis.com
When you watch videos there from tab use the megavideo link. It works flawlessly for me.
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crimsonred36 said:
Thanks for all the suggestions guys. I just rooted my tab and will give all the apps a try. TheATHEIST, does Locus maps allow map downloads?
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Yes it does which is why I suggested it. I havent really used it properly before but I know you can download maps with it.
Sweet. Thanks guys!
crimsonred36 said:
Thanks for all the suggestions guys. I just rooted my tab and will give all the apps a try. TheATHEIST, does Locus maps allow map downloads?
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The latest version of google maps lets you store maps in a cache, to use without a data connection.
To take advantage of this, move the map around the area you want to visit. Zoom in and out, follow the roads, etc. The maps are stored and you can use google maps with no data connection.
crimsonred36 said:
Hi Guys,
So I got my SGT 7" Sprint unlocked yesterday. So far, I love it. The screen is gorgeous, and I really like its feel in my hand. Anyway, I have a 10 day trip coming up and I want to see if I can replace my laptop with the SGT for this period. Now here are the things that I generally would use during my trip:
1. Occasional TV episode/movie (all of which I have already, no Netflix/movie downloads required)
2. Some music
3. Facebook/Gmail/College Email (already set up on Email)
4. General browsing (some youtube, forums, looking up places to go in the city)
5. Google Maps
Seeing what I need, which apps would you guys suggest? I am guessing a media app, but I haven't tried the stock media app yet. Would I have to convert stuff for the SGT to play properly? Is there any way I can download the maps on Google Maps and store them locally so that I won't need 3G services if I don't have wifi?
Any help is very much appreciated. Also, I haven't rooted my Tab yet, but will do it in a day or two once I get the hang of it.
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Opera Mobile 11 with adobe flash 10.3 is perfect.. in fact it's speedier than safari on ipad
but occasionally i switched to Dolphin HD if i need webkit rendering for testing underdeveloped webapps.. Presto didn't support full html5 yet
Hello all,
If you tried accessing your Google Drive, but it says that it is not ready yet, there is a little workaround I just discovered.
Follow these 2 steps:
(1) Go to the Google Play Store on your Android Device and download the app.
It will automatically log you in, and again give you the same screen stating that your google Drive is not ready yet.
(2) Switch screens internally in the app (meaning, switch to another account if you have more than one, or go into the settings of the app, or whatever) and then press the back button to go back to the main Drive screen. Exiting and reentering the app may work as well, but I don't know because I haven't tried that.
You will notice that once you go back to the app, the message is gone and you have full access to your Google Drive on your Android Device.
**It only gives you access on your phone though, website Google Drive will still not work until its ready**
Enjoy!
PS - Please don't comment things like "why not just wait" or some derivative of that. If you would like to wait, that's great, keep that to yourself. This is for those that don't want to wait. Thanks for understanding.
Edit -
Just found out btw, that you can also just upload directly to Google Docs (any file format), because Google Docs and Drive are going to be Merged and already reflects your 5GB storage amount.
Edit 2 -
Here is the desktop application for all those asking
https://docs.google.com/open?id=0B8UC9mheN6KZUlFHN0R2QU91TmM
Thanks! Didnt work for me, just signed me into google docs and didnt let me go back to the google drive screen, but good find anyway!
Interesting thing is that on my tablet it worked without any work-arounds, but on my desktop it still says its not ready.
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Just upload a file, and It's ready.
Sent From My HTC Evo 3D, On The Now Network From Sprint!
mattmartin77 said:
Thanks! Also, it seems as though they removed the app from the store, so can you pm the the apk if you have it?
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I don't have the apk, but its still in the play store. I just checked. Search Google Drive rather than just Drive.
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Anyone have the desktop application? Thanks for the workaround by the way.
This appears to be gone from the market / play store / whatever it is today. Any chance of posting the apk?
Just got mailed... here is the download link for Windows https://tools.google.com/dlpage/drive#eula
vistagamer said:
Just got mailed... here is the download link for Windows https://tools.google.com/dlpage/drive#eula
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Thanks but link does not work if your drive is not ready
heya,
Hmm, I managed to update to Google Drive through Play Store, however, I'm having issues with step 2 - how do you switch accounts, or go to settings?
This is on a Galaxy Nexus with Android 4.0.4 - there's no settings key when you're at that "Google Drive is not ready" screen...
Cheers,
Victor
ya same here i just tried. @vistagamer when did you apply for your drive to be on the waiting list?
This doesn't work anymore, switching between screens did nothing for me. Seems google patched the bug fast.
yeah. doesn't work for me either. Bloody Google are really bad at releasing stuff imo. ****, in Australia we are still waiting for official google music (both buying and using it!!)
Drive downloaded from the Play store for me today but wouldn't work. Came home from work and installed on my PC. Uploading files now and the app on my Kindle shows the new files...
I can only sign in to google docs on the drive app, and I cant switch back to the drive screen, so I dont think this works anymore...
tbolt running eternity r230
victorhooi said:
heya,
Hmm, I managed to update to Google Drive through Play Store, however, I'm having issues with step 2 - how do you switch accounts, or go to settings?
This is on a Galaxy Nexus with Android 4.0.4 - there's no settings key when you're at that "Google Drive is not ready" screen...
Cheers,
Victor
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Just click the button in drive app (the one that you'd create a new document with), and click upload.
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Not working on my GSII, but still many thanks to OP.
Thanks!
took two tries on my Razr.. works great now. Thanks!!
Thanks
I appreciate the download for the desktop client. I installed it on all of my computers.
It doesn't work.
Either way, I a invite from google right after registering a request, so it may be the best way for now.
I have installed Keep on my watch it just says notes syncing. I have granted files permission. Anyone got Keep working? Phone is Note 20 ultra 5g android 10.
How did you install on watch? I tried multiple ways with no success. When I go out to play page I'm only able to install to phone.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.keep
Play store on watch
I have installed Google keep on watch and it has synced my notes, however it is missing a Search button/function which makes the app worthless for me...
stakoz said:
I have installed Google keep on watch and it has synced my notes, however it is missing a Search button/function which makes the app worthless for me...
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How did you install it? Did you have to change any permissions or anything on the phone to get it to sync?
Hi, I don't remember any specific issues, just went to the Play store and tapped on the option available/install on other devices (GW4). If you have issues, you may try to look up the APK (from APKmirror or similar) and ADB side load it on the watch. As I have tried sideloading on the watch also the phone app (because of the missing search function on the watch app) and it opens but does not seem to be able to search either and frequently crashes maybe because of insufficient RAM. Finally I tried using a chrome browser app on my watch (sideloaded again from a watch APK) and by using the web interface of Google Keep and it works but is a mixed experience due to interface not being optimized for a watch/ circular screen etc
Anyone have any luck getting Google Keep to stop syncing? I've tried reinstalling on the watch and phone, clearing various caches, etc. No luck. I only have five notes, so it shouldn't be a heavy lift.
I´ve also installed keep on my GW4 from the play store on the watch. And it also keeps syncing. When I´m fast enough after app start and click on one of my 3 notes, it opens and I can edit successfully.
I had these issues in the past also on notes for smartphone but on some update they fixed it. I guess we have to wait for an app update from Google. In the meantime, we´ve to pull out our smartphone during shopping
Similar to the previous post, if I open Keep and quickly select "Show All", it'll of course post the "Syncing" banner.
But then, I leave the app (right swipe), open Keep again and quickly scroll down my Notes before the banner can display, I'll see my million+ notes.
Sometimes I have to re-enter the app again and scroll quickly to the bottom of the list again before the banner displays, but it'll work - at least for me.
Hope this helps!
And I hope Google fixes this! Don't they test their code??
Have the same issue. Literally nothing works on this POS.
MKchrias said:
I have installed Keep on my watch it just says notes syncing. I have granted files permission. Anyone got Keep working? Phone is Note 20 ultra 5g android 10.
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Got an update to Keep on the phone today, and it appears to have fixed the syncing issue! You'll have to uninstall Keep from your watch, then re-install it, but so far so good!