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hey does anyone know if HBO go will work on xoom it works on my dell
streak 5.
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nthknd said:
hey does anyone know if HBO go will work on xoom it works on my dell
streak 5.
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From what i heard, NO.
Well I was able to watch it from my browser. It works well. You just have to change the browser default from android too desktop and it worked loving my xoom
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nthknd said:
Well I was able to watch it from my browser. It works well. You just have to change the browser default from android too desktop and it worked loving my xoom
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+1 with dolphin HD
Jwb
Same here, no issues at all with the browser using Dolphin and setting desktop. Only downside was some pixelation when my wifi got too congested. The browser version is more functional than the app so I'm not sure what the benefit would even be at this point.
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Well I was able to watch it from my browser. It works well. You just have to change the browser default from android too desktop and it worked loving my xoom
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How do you change the default to "Desktop" on the Xoom? I was on HBO Go's site and went into the native browser settings and didn't see a spot to change it.
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How do you change the default to "Desktop" on the Xoom? I was on HBO Go's site and went into the native browser settings and didn't see a spot to change it.
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Type this in your browser:
Code:
about:browser
Your browser will appear to do nothing but it activated extra settings options in the setting menu.
Go to settings in your browser. Then go to "Debug", then "UAString", then select "Desktop".
You have to do this or else hbo will think you are one a phone and redirect you to their mobile site.
My problem with the browser is that it's somewhat less responsive and is not very user friendly when you are trying to look through the movie collection. The app version is very user friendly as mobile devices were in mind when they created it.
about:debug and then go into the setting and change the UA settings to desktop and your all set but you have to do it everytime you close the browser
anyone else notice choppy playback when using the browser (both stock and dolphin hd)? I just tried it for a tv show and a movie and the playback would go from great to choppy. The wifi I'm connected to is high bandwidth and shouldn't be clogging it.
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Type this in your browser:
Code:
about:browser
Your browser will appear to do nothing but it activated extra settings options in the setting menu.
Go to settings in your browser. Then go to "Debug", then "UAString", then select "Desktop".
You have to do this or else hbo will think you are one a phone and redirect you to their mobile site.
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The command should be:
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about:debug
That did work, however. Thanks!
Ok I love the stock browser on this phone. I'm running the latest leedroid Rom and am more than happy with the performance of the stock browser. I'm coming from an Atrix which had an unusable stock browser. The inspire one is smooth enough but has a severe limitation. Only 4 windows at a time.
I dug around and found a modified browser.apk which allowed 16 windows. The instructions were to use root explorer to overwrite the stock browser.apk with the modified one. Of course not before making a backup. I did this and rebooted the phone. The new modified browser would force close every time I tried to open it.
Back into root explorer and I replaced the modified browser with the stock one I had just backed up. Rebooted and now the stock browser is force closing and I can't get it to work.
My questions are, is there any other way to modify the stock browser to make this work? Or should I just use a different browser?
My experience with other browsers has only been decent. I like the speed and layout of Opera, but HATE its inaccuracy when holding to select links, as well as highlighting text to copy and paste. FireFox isn't fast enough for me as far as scrolling and zooming goes. And I just don't really like dolphin lol
If I can't make the stock browser open more windows ill just resort to dolphin and deal with it.
This is of course, if I can even get the stock browser working again.
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Best browser=Miren
Problem Solved
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Best browser=Miren
Problem Solved
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Even though I still Luke the stock.. +1
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Major browser issues
Did you make a backup of your rom? If so, why dont you just restore it and go from there?
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I tried it out but didn't like it The zooming was often choppy and copy/paste was inconsistent.
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You can't just copy an apk to /system/app from your sdcard.
copy it then set permissions to rw/r/r then reboot
I was able to fix it by properly setting the permissions with root explorer. Everything is working fine. After using the stock browser again for 5 minutes I've already deleted every other browser on the phone. I'm not sure which browser is packaged with leedroid, but its amazing. The only limitation is the 4 page thing.
I know exactly how to fix it using adb to edit the apk. I don't have a working comp right now so if I ask very nicely can someone do it for me? I can post exactly what needs to be changed in the apk and I can upload my browser.apk
Thank you in advance.
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You can't just copy an apk to /system/app from your sdcard.
copy it then set permissions to rw/r/r then reboot
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Yep I figured it out just a bit ago. Thank you though because you would have saved me a restore.
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Here are the instructions, please help me Also is there a way to upload files using the xda app?
I made these changes to the HTC Browser.apk from VaelPak 3.2 RC 1, but it should work on any HTC Browser. 0x10 is 16 in hex, so you can make this value whatever you want. If you get above 25 or so open windows, the browser tends to crash.
com.android.browser.TabControl
.constructor()
Line 52: Change "const/4 v2, 0x4" to "const v2, 0x10"
.canCreateNewTab()
Line 565: Change "const/4 v0, 0x4" to "const v0, 0x10"
.createNewTab()
Line 618: Change "const/4 v1, 0x4" to "const v1, 0x10"
com.android.browser.htc.ui.ImageSlider
.add()
Line 658: Change "const/4 v3, 0x4" to "const v3, 0x10"
Once you know where to look, the changes are pretty easy with APKTool (just use version 1.3.1, since 1.3.2 has a bug and doesn't seem to work correctly).
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So I tried the Firefox browser again as well as the beta version and didn't like either of them. They didn't seem to be able to load flash and were unable to highlight text to copy and paste. I then went back to the dolphin browser, which I like but, it was a hair slower while zooming ahd scrolling than the stock browser. Then I went back to opera and it is definitely the fastest for scrolling and zooming. Funny thing is the stock browser sometimes chugs and other times it doesn't, I don't know what determines this. I really love the android browser over any other mobile browser that's out there. Just wish it was faster.
Maybe we need to wait for future more powerful devices that can push it all the way. Even my dual core Atrix did a worse job with the stock browser than this inspire does.
Just an update.
I am currently using Opera forced in desktop mode only. This is the fastest scolling and zooming browser there is. The only thing I hate is how opera functions when selecting text off of a page to copy. It is really cheap. I also like the fact that I can add any search engine to the browser. I couldnt stand how every time I did a Google search it would search through Google mobile, so I just added the main Google search and all was fixed.
Typing on forums has been a breeze for the most part with opera, now if I can just find a way to use the Native copy and paste on web pages it will be almost perfect. At least when editing text or web page URLs it uses the native highlight feature.
I think opera is ok, to me though the ui seems very cheap. Don't know exactly what it is, almost seems low res
I agree, but the zooming and scolling are unmatched. I can't stand the stutter while zooming, scrolling, or typing. Even if its a small amount and barely noticeable it will bug me.
i dont know if anyone has this issue but everytime i search something in google and click on a link and when i want to go back it just keeps refreshing the page , been getting really annoyed with this, anyone know of a fix
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i dont know if anyone has this issue but everytime i search something in google and click on a link and when i want to go back it just keeps refreshing the page , been getting really annoyed with this, anyone know of a fix
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As far as I know, the only way is to change the browser configuration so that when you click on a link it always opens in a separate tab and also to switch your view to that tab. The back key always does what you just found.
The browsers that are available now are written for mobile phones rather than tablets and so this problem exists with all the browsers I have tried so far on the TF.
Not a fix, but dolphin HD has back and forward gestures you can use
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Try Dolphin for Pad.
Has a very good Back/Forward buttons.
Dolphin for Pad is my default browser of choice.
Yeah I notice the same problem with mine. Dolphin pad is nice, but I can't stand the interface and the look of it. It looks so childish and doesn't match the honeycomb look and feel. I really hope opera will make a tablet version. It's the best browser I have tried on android.
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I liked the gnex browser better.
What's best for the one x? Chrome? But no flaah... What's the general concensus?
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using chrome beta myself. so far, it's been good to me.
I like chrome better than the stock browser. Haven't tried dolphin since I had the iBoring. Might try it soon though
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ICS Browser+. Its the same browser as the Galaxy Nexus (Stock ICS Browser) with a few additions.
Dolphin hd browser.
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I left the stock one on with flash for.. urm.. certain flash websites. But other then that I use chrome beta.
Btw enable side controls in labs
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ive been using ics browser
havent tried chrome yet , cuz i forgot lol
i used to love opera browser, but they dont work that well with ics yet
I prefer to use chrome beta, but I keep the stock browser as default because for whatever reason when I click a link from the facebook app it won't work in chrome but it does work with stock.
Chrome... and what was that post about "certain" websites with flash? lol... pr0n?
Anyway, I also have always liked Opera to be honest. Funny, I only like it on Android haha. I'm thinking I'll likely use Chrome over Opera now that it's out, but the look of Opera is pretty nice with the black and it maximizes on space. Also many other nice features...Most of which I think Chrome beta has, but still. Nice browser and been fast for me too.
ICS browser +
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Quick ics browser is my weapon of choice. Almost the same as ics browser + but you can adjust the threshold for the quick features.
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ICS Browser + for me.
Oh, and does anyone know if Chrome (beta) transfers bookmarks over from the desktop version?
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ICS Browser + for me.
Oh, and does anyone know if Chrome (beta) transfers bookmarks over from the desktop version?
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Yes, it will sync. You need to enable the sync of course on your phone. Then you also need to be signed in from your desktop browser. Go to the wrench and then "sign in" ... it says under the chrome beta on your mobile phone where to go. You need an app specific password I guess...It asked me for one so I made a new one.
Anyway, it worked and if you are then signed in on your desktop browser you can actually open the tabs you have open there on your phone!
However, it's a novel feature because of course it does not carry over any sessions. So right now I see this "reply to thread" page on my phone (it just synced) but if I open it on my One X, it asks me to sign in to XDA of course.
But most importantly, it will sync your bookmarks.
edit-- if you've never signed in before using chrome on your desktop, note that your browser might become themed. i thought the window chrome was messed up at first, but it ended up being a design element. i'm now trying to remove the theme...i don't like it and just want it basic windows color. (easy enough)
also note: if you develop web sites/apps locally ha, you might run into issues. it can't sync across the tab because it won't ever load on your phone of course. so on my desktop browser it now won't open my local web app. i turned off sync for tabs and only have it for bookmarks and autofill (under advanced in the settings up top next to your signed in account) but still no good. i may now have to sign out of chrome on the desktop just to build apps. that stinks.
Xscope browser for me.
ignignokt-_-t said:
I prefer to use chrome beta, but I keep the stock browser as default because for whatever reason when I click a link from the facebook app it won't work in chrome but it does work with stock.
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I was frustrated too. Then I realized that I could clear the defaults. That worked.
Goto the Settings > Apps > Internet. Clear defaults.
This should set it to Chrome. Also you could change from App association
Cheers
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Dolphin HD. I used to use Chrome since it really screams, but it's just too buggy. I wish it wasn't since it even syncs with your desktop bookmarks. Hopefully it comes out of beta soon.
For myself personally I still thing that the Dolphin Mini is faster, more snappy and loads the pages way faster then Chrome Beta. Until google gets there's act together and makes the browser as snappy and less of a hog I'll just back and keep using Dolphin Mini.
Using ICS+.
Chrome and even the stock are good but I've been getting the occasional hiccup in both of those, no problems with ICS+ though. Also a very small amount of scrolling lag on Chrome too.
Anyone else running into the swype function on the default keyboard not working within Chrome? Specifically the address/search bar.
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chrome
How do you make Chrome the default browser on HTC one S? I've looked around on settings, did not see anything...help?
What's the best one to use i use opera but it's giving me problems
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I use Opera too, bust mostly Chrome. "Best" is a personal choice, ie. whatever suits you best. Try Chrome, Dolphin, Firefox and XScope, etc., to see which one you like best.
morkli said:
I use Opera too, bust mostly Chrome. "Best" is a personal choice, ie. whatever suits you best. Try Chrome, Dolphin, Firefox and XScope, etc., to see which one you like best.
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I like the stock one, really fast on this device and can be used for multiscreen.
I've been using opera since I first had touch screen samsung instinct cause it was good but when I use opera on the tablet it keeps loading the pages over and over so I want to see if it was me having this problem
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gronimo21 said:
What's the best one to use i use opera but it's giving me problems
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Chrome is the all round best, but if you don't like Chrome then try Boat browser. I find it's a simply awesome browser.
I think if you are looking for an overall balance of speed, looks, extras and ease of use you can't beat Dolphin Beta.
The best thing is that it allows you to sync bookmarks online and displays them in a drag out sidebar on the left side of the page. It also supports folders and keeps your place in a folder. For instance, if you open a folder and click a bookmark that same folder will still be open and have the focus when you go back instead of having to drill down to it again. This can be a big time saver.
The only other browser that does this would be Maxthon which is also good but not as easy to use.
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I have been having a great experience with Maxithon. I had tried it before and did not like it but it seems to almost be made for Gnote 10.1. IMO
IMHO Chrome with a permanent desktop mode mod is perfect
gronimo21 said:
I've been using opera since I first had touch screen samsung instinct cause it was good but when I use opera on the tablet it keeps loading the pages over and over so I want to see if it was me having this problem
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No, I don't have this issue, but Opera does seem to crash more often than it should
i use opera for videos - i like being able to selectively run flash files, plus most of the other browsers won't open some videos in new tabs. firefox for everything else. flash video playback is kinda buggy with ff and i occasionally have to force close it.
For me stock browser would be best if only there was a way to permanently set desktop mode and if it had text reflow.
* Opera Mobile: Nice with its text reflow but high bandwidth flash movies stutters sometimes.
* Boat Browser: Has working text reflow and excellent flash performance but doesn't hide the notification area when playing flash in full screen mode.
* Chrome: No flash.
* Maxthon: Flash has bugs on some sites.
* Dolphin: Works pretty good but doesn't have text reflow.
* Firefox: Lagging flash performance.
* ICS Browser: Has bugs and its text reflow doesn't work on Samsung devices.
If only Boat browser would hide the notification bar when showing movies in full screen mode it would be my first choice. I've emailed the developer about the problem and suggest you do the same and if we're lucky maybe it will be fixed.
Brgds... /Tubgirl
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Xscope is pretty good.
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You did not say if you use opera mini or mobile . I use opera mobile and never ever has it crashed it opens some other window in the background but it's not bother . Plus unlike stock browser this one can download files all the way . Stock browser has real problem downloading . Either it's unable to download ( for no reason what-so-friggin-ever ) or when you download " cannot parse package " . Only problem with opera is google maps , but I don't use it . I use original maps . Try installing some ad blocker and see if that minimizes pop-ups
I still enjoy using the stock browser for the option of multiscreen and it runs well with the tablet. Scrolling is smooth and no real problems that i can think of.
Tubgirl said:
For me stock browser would be best if only there was a way to permanently set desktop mode and if it had text reflow.
* Opera Mobile: Nice with its text reflow but high bandwidth flash movies stutters sometimes.
* Boat Browser: Has working text reflow and excellent flash performance but doesn't hide the notification area when playing flash in full screen mode.
* Chrome: No flash.
* Maxthon: Flash has bugs on some sites.
* Dolphin: Works pretty good but doesn't have text reflow.
* Firefox: Lagging flash performance.
* ICS Browser: Has bugs and its text reflow doesn't work on Samsung devices.
If only Boat browser would hide the notification bar when showing movies in full screen mode it would be my first choice. I've emailed the developer about the problem and suggest you do the same and if we're lucky maybe it will be fixed.
Brgds... /Tubgirl
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Just leting you know that dolphin browser has text relow, although its a littke tricky. First pinch to zoom on the area you want to read then double tap on that area. The text will be reflowed at this point.
You probably know this but ild post it anyway for people who might not .
Stock browser on the other hand does not support text reflow but you can enable desktop mode for a particular session until you shutdown the browser completely. First type about:debug on the browser url bar. A java console dialog box will then be displayed beneath the url bar. Go to your browser settings at this point and you will see additional settings option.
Click on UA STRING then select desktop...Once this is done all your pages will be rendered in desktop mode for the duration of your session..
Here is a trick for firefox if you do use it i posted this on a forum a few years back and it works on here type in about:config into the brower and start with network.http and hit the search button and change each one if you need help let me know this works on the deskmtop version as well
network.http.max-connections – 48
network.http.max-connections-per-server – 16
network.http.max-persistent-connections-per-proxy – 8
network.http.max-persistent-connections-per-server – 4
network.http.pipelining – true
network.http.pipelining.maxrequests – 100
network.http.proxy.pipelining – true
network.http.request.timeout – 300
NEW -> Integer. Name it “nglayout.initialpaint.delay” and set its value to “0”.
watch the difference now
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Everything with yellow is the same as i posted
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Tubgirl said:
* Boat Browser: Has working text reflow and excellent flash performance but doesn't hide the notification area when playing flash in full screen mode.
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Does any browser do this?
Hidden tab staying active and hidden action bar?
Two things l miss from my Kindle color (my gateway tablet).
The browser - stock or Opera Mobile- allows streaming music and video to continue on hidden tabs. Many times I will have multiple tabs open, reading on the front and streaming YouTube or Stereogum on the hidden tab.
Opera Mobile collapses the bottom action bar into a thin maybe 1/8" line. A simple tap opens it up.
Anyway to get these two things implemented?