Let see how fast ASUS can turn around for updates compared to a developer device. Let's hope it's faster than HTC.
Xoom is getting 3.1 update today
http://www.engadget.com/2011/05/10/live-from-google-i-o-2011s-opening-keynote/
Yep, I found that interesting as well. Most interesting is that Verizon Xooms were specified--what does that mean for wifi-only Xooms like the one sitting on my desk at home?
This is gong to be interesting. Given how quickly Asus has been updating the TF, I'm very hopeful that we'll get 3.1 soon. That will, of course, be the measure of how well we can expect these things to be supported going forward.
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I am very optimistic that it will be soon. I don't see why there should be a delay. ASUS has been OK with updates so far and there is not that big a difference between the two devices, right? I mean, the TF also uses Android 3.0.1 with some modified kernel and widgets... But what do I know
The expanded support for USB devices is making me wish it had a usb port now.
HTC has to update Sense for every update. Asus should have a quicker turnaround. Motorola also has a custom UI. That said, if Motorola is releasing now, it means it had 3.1 in its hands for a while. I assume Asus has had it for a while, too.
Let's hope ASUS has the update in a day or so.
I regret getting rid of my Xoom... I do hope we get it soon..
We won't be able to use an Xbox 360 controller on the Transformer, though, right? Like they previewed with the xoom..
sano614 said:
I regret getting rid of my Xoom... I do hope we get it soon..
We won't be able to use an Xbox 360 controller on the Transformer, though, right? Like they previewed with the xoom..
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Why wouldn't we. You'd just need hte dock most likely which actually makes it even better.
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I regret getting rid of my Xoom... I do hope we get it soon..
We won't be able to use an Xbox 360 controller on the Transformer, though, right? Like they previewed with the xoom..
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The dock has USB ports.
Google movies has HD items. I wonder if 3.1 works better with HD playback on all these Tegra 2 devices?
Finally Google has some guidelines for updates.
Google io livestream http://www.youtube.com/user/GoogleDevelopers
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Finally Google has some guidelines for updates.
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Asus wasn't on that list of partners who are on board though
We'll see.
UReally glad to see Google implementing guidlines for updates. Some manfacturers and particularly carries are truly awful in this regard.
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Asus wasn't on that list of partners who are on board though
We'll see.
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That was meant alot more for contract devices mainly phones and tablets with 3g connections.
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The expanded support for USB devices is making me wish it had a usb port now.
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I am feeling the same... It would be nice not to HAVE to purchase a dock for a usb port...perhaps it will work with an adapter.
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Asus wasn't on that list of partners who are on board though
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The fact that they have honeycomb on the TF indicates they have some sort of partnership with google since the source isn't available. Also, Asus is brand new to android. They don't make phones, and all those partners are either carriers and phone makers.
You should see my thread here about how they specifically mentioned "convertible laptop" support in Ice Cream Sandwich. They even showed a picture of the TF. I'm sure they are already working with the Asus and the TF for Ice Cream Sandwich.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1072587
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Guidelines are nice and all but delaying 3.1 for Xoom Wifi owners isn't exactly a good sign. actions > words
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The fact that they have honeycomb on the TF indicates they have some sort of partnership with google since the source isn't available. Also, Asus is brand new to android. They don't make phones, and all those partners are either carriers and phone makers.
You should see my thread here about how they specifically mentioned "convertible laptop" support in Ice Cream Sandwich. They even showed a picture of the TF. I'm sure they are already working with the Asus and the TF for Ice Cream Sandwich.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1072587
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I stand corrected, they're giving away a Samsung 10.1 tab. to very conference attendee
Jeez, that's the first bit of good news I've heard about Xoom in months...
I am jealous! C'mon, Asus! At least let me use my dock doorstop soon.
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I'm watching the Google io livestream and they're featuring the Transformer now! we'll be getting 3.1 over the next couple weeks! Oh and Samsung gave 5,000 units to those at the io!
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Sweet. Can't get the live video at work, so I'm watching Engadget's live blog. Slightly behind
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Does anyone have inside info on whether the G Tablet will be getting Android 3.0 (aka Honeycomb)? I've done a lot of searching but I can't find any screenshots of what it may look like.
Considering Gingerbread isn't even out yet, I'm not surprised we haven't seen Honeycomb. But I bought this tab with the assumption that the hardware is bleeding edge enough that it will handle 3.0 just fine.
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I think we are set up pretty well for Gingerbread and Honeycomb. Are the SDKs even avaiable for those yet?
The modding community will have software updates until Nvidia no longer supports Tegra 2. There will possibly be something within hours of it being available.
Now that Honeycomb is out and the Motorola Xoom release is just around the corner I am hoping that the possibility of getting Honeycomb on the G Tablet has improved.
Does anyone know if this is being worked on?
Honeycomb isnt out yet.
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Now that Honeycomb is out and the Motorola Xoom release is just around the corner I am hoping that the possibility of getting Honeycomb on the G Tablet has improved.
Does anyone know if this is being worked on?
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One of the reasons I went with the GTab over the Archos was I felt there was a better possibilty of it getting Honeycomb, even if it doesn't, it still works great with Froyo.
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One of the reasons I went with the GTab over the Archos was I felt there was a better possibilty of it getting Honeycomb, even if it doesn't, it still works great with Froyo.
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I have both the Archos 101 and G tablet and I can tell you first hand that the G tablet is sooooo much better. Yes it's a bit larger and thicker and heavier but the build quality makes the Archos feel like junk. Mine is bowed with gaps in the middle of the screens frame and the screen is just horrible....... I've dealt with Archos crap for over 7 years and only stuck it out because of the DVR feature but now that that is gone I'm done with them and love my G tablet. looking forward to Honycomb.......
Has anyone started working on a Honeycomb for gTablet port?
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Has anyone started working on a Honeycomb for gTablet port?
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ohh, this will be fun to watch.
@kbelzowski: google decided to cancel honeycomb and instead focus on Ice Cream as the tablet OS for Android. Instead, we got icing on our gingerbread with a 2.3.3 update to GB for now. Long story short, no, we won't be getting Honeycomb on the Gtab... Likely late summer/fall for Ice Cream.
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Has anyone started working on a Honeycomb for gTablet port?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=11626690&postcount=5
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=11626690&postcount=5
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Tee hee!
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@kbelzowski: google decided to cancel honeycomb and instead focus on Ice Cream as the tablet OS for Android. Instead, we got icing on our gingerbread with a 2.3.3 update to GB for now. Long story short, no, we won't be getting Honeycomb on the Gtab... Likely late summer/fall for Ice Cream.
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Please site your source.
Unconn said:
Please site your source.
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He's obviously mocking him.
Everyone, please don't reply to these "Honeycomb" threads so they'll stop bubbling to the top of the forum (and yes, I'm aware of the irony, but it's already at the top right now).
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He's obviously mocking him.
Everyone, please don't reply to these "Honeycomb" threads so they'll stop bubbling to the top of the forum (and yes, I'm aware of the irony, but it's already at the top right now).
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Ok, I won't!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=974522
Closing this thread - please everyone pay attention to the sticky about HC threads!
Has the transformer received android 3.1 yet because it has become available for tablets like the motorola xoom
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No, not yet. 3.1 was just announced today and is only rolling out to Verizon Xooms. For the moment, no other tablet, including the Wifi Xoom, is getting the update.
Nope. It ain't that easy, unfortunately. Each hardware manufacturer has to fine tune their device to make it compatible with the upgrade, or better phrased, to take advantage of all new features. It's not all Steve Job's happy Apple world out there where one update is good for all devices, no matter if a small or big phone
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It's not all Steve Job's happy Apple world out there where one update is good for all devices, no matter if a small or big phone
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Wrong ;P iPad/iPhone GSM/iPhone CDMA/iPod Touch use different firmwares.
We have no idea how long they've had access to the 3.1 code or what their process is for testing updates. If they (ASUS) are really proactive about updating, I would think that it would be at least 30 days until we see or hear about an update for the Transformer. If it's sooner, I'll be thrilled.
I highly doubt we'll be getting it this year even. Asus's main priority is (or should be) getting these devices stocked and sold as soon as possible because they'll be taking a huge hit once the Galaxy Tabs become available. They're not even thinking about fixing/upgrading the software.
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Wrong ;P iPad/iPhone GSM/iPhone CDMA/iPod Touch use different firmwares.
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See, not even THAT world is perfect LOL
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I highly doubt we'll be getting it this year even. Asus's main priority is (or should be) getting these devices stocked and sold as soon as possible because they'll be taking a huge hit once the Galaxy Tabs become available. They're not even thinking about fixing/upgrading the software.
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I don't think they move the guys from software development to shipping/receiving depending on demand...
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I highly doubt we'll be getting it this year even. Asus's main priority is (or should be) getting these devices stocked and sold as soon as possible because they'll be taking a huge hit once the Galaxy Tabs become available. They're not even thinking about fixing/upgrading the software.
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Software developement and production are handled by different groups. One wouldn't impact the other. They can work on getting software ready then deliver it via OTA update.
If Asus doesn't provide the update within a month, or announces soon that that they're working on it and it will be out soon, this will be going up for sale for either the Xoom (again) or the Galaxy Tab 10.1.
Yep, same here. I'll wait for something else...
And they had better be working on updates, at least fixing the 60%+ of people who can't use their dock doorstops...
Bugs are part of computers, and we are early adopters but I am not very pleased about not being able to use it at all right now...
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I don't think they move the guys from software development to shipping/receiving depending on demand...
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LMAO, exactly what I was thinking. I don't give a crap what my marketing/production team is doing, I'm still a code-monkey and would want to be proactive to fix all the found bugs in my current software.
I think Asus will release Android 3.1 for the Transformer in the next 2 to 3 weeks. It would make sense that they have the code already as a manufacturer, and they would want to stay ahead of the Galaxy tab 10.1 which seems like will be realease with 3.1 installed.
Just my opinion,
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Ha! Exactly.
WANTED: Android developer. Must also be able to lift heavy boxes for prolonged periods of time.
Wow. Android 3.1 was just announced this morning and already people are threatening to buy something else if Asus doesn't release the update. Yeesh.
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Let them get the current bugs squashed, especially w/ the keyboard dock, then let's worry about getting 3.1.
Given the demand for the TF, I would think that they would have an interest in keeping it at the top of the heap for as long as possible - i.e. get it updated w/ the latest iteration of HC as quickly as possible.
Of COURSE they'll want to get updated as soon as possible. Why wouldn't they? I swear, people are getting more and more ridiculous every day. In every forum for every product, if a company doesn't announce something within 15 minutes of someone demanding it, people start pulling out the tar and feathers.
I mean, seriously, why WOULDN'T Asus update the Transformer? What reason do we have for believing they won't? The only examples we have of what Asus might do with this product has been provided by the two updates they've issued in about a month, the presence of Asus personnel on this very forum helping people out with an unfortunate glitch with the last update, issuing a fixed update for manual install on their Web site within days of the glitch being identified (which required working on it over the weekend), and in general communicating better than I've seen any other Android manufacturer communicate in recent memory.
I say, if we haven't heard about an update to 3.1 within 30 days of today, then we'd have some reason to complain and wonder when we'll get one. But a few hours after it was announced by Google? Seriously?
Ye gads, people, get lives, will you?
(Rant over.)
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Yes, because the same three guys that developed the Tablet are the same 3 guys that fullfill orders and then package them and ship them!
Why are people do so willing to (threaten to) sell their Transformer if there's no announcement? How long till the other tablets get 3.1. You know, the old Samsung Tab, the G-Slate, the Viewsonic GTablet, etc. Oh that's right... nobody knows.
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LOL, didn't Amazon used to make it's upper level people work in any dept that needed extra manpower?
Is there anything official on whether or not the Transformer will get the 4.0 OS update when/if it is released in the next couple of months?
If not official what is the general consensus?
Thanks!
You sounded so much more "positive" in your other post.
That's because I'm a freaking newbie here! I also read a link since then in the other post where it looks like Google is pretty much requiring 18 months for updates on Android devices so I'll say it here to since no one else will... The answer is YES!
One thing is for sure: if you root your TF, you'll have ICS.
I thought that it was only required to be a part of that new alliance or whatever it's called. Asus isn't part of that alliance is it? However, all that aside, I would be shocked if we didn't get it. Asus has been the best at getting updates out of any manufacturer that I've seen so far.
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Asus isn't part of that alliance is it?
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Asus is a member (handset manufacturers): http://www.openhandsetalliance.com/oha_members.html
Not much is known about ICS, other than that it is a combination of Honeycomb and Gingerbread. The Nexus Prime is coming out soon, which will be the first ICS device, so we can only wait.
i'd be willing to put money on Asus upgrading to ice cream sandwich. They seem pretty committed to the transformer and have been quick to bring out updates. The fact the latest update gave us the choice to change the mouse cursor on the dock (after many complaints) shows they're paying attention to what people are saying.
Just wondering since the "New" Eee Pad Transformer was teased...
Will Asus continue to support the old Transformer or not ?
and for how long it will get Updates and stuff ??
Nobody can tell the future, so I hope your question is answered. ASUS will push updates IMO, until they can do it without issues to the Tegra2 SoC.
Sounds like a good question to email Asus... unless of course Asus is here to reply.
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Sounds like a good question to email Asus... unless of course Asus is here to reply.
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Not a chance. Big companies often don't converse with the community.
Look, to answer the OP, Shih (the chairman of asus) has already said the TF1 will be getting ICS update sometime in November. This is a clear indication it will continue be supported.
Tegra 2 won't be obsolete anytime soon.
That said, if you want the latest and greatest, then sell your TF1 right now and wait for the TF2. Or better yet, sell your TF1 and get an ipad 2.
http://mobilesyrup.com/2011/10/20/a...r-prime-tablet-with-quad-core-nvidia-tegra-3/
Quote from debut.....
" He also let the cat out of the bag for the original Transformer and any Ice Cream Sandwich plans, when asked if ASUS would have it by the end of the year he replied "Maybe earlier than that"."
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Agreed it's all but guarantied that the TF will be getting ICS and from there we leave it up to the Dev community and Roms like CM9 and such
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Just wondering since the "New" Eee Pad Transformer was teased...
Will Asus continue to support the old Transformer or not ?
and for how long it will get Updates and stuff ??
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It was in the announcement. They are going to continue to support it for 34 days after they release the TF2 except for you, they are going to stop supporting it for you 10 days before they release the TF2. Sorry, I guess they just don't like you.
/sarcasm. Nobody really knows how long they will but since they will be pushing out ICS and the TF shares its guts with the Xoom (google's reference device) Im betting we will be seeing updates as long as the Xoom does, either officially or unofficially.
Asus just tweeted (it's in another thread as well) that ICS is coming to the Transformer. Case closed.
At this point, given that Asus has been absolutely the best at updating its tablet, we have zero reason to doubt them. I think that when a company has demonstrated their commitment to supporting a device, as Asus has, we should give them the proper credit for doing so.
Yes, Asus has been great. But at some point the updates will eventually stop, that just they way it is. Even then The TF with ICS will still be useful. Not to mention most of us will move on the newer devices.
I can see my TF becoming a secondary device and getting a newer one, but that will likely be well into next year or 2013.
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Yes, Asus has been great. But at some point the updates will eventually stop, that just they way it is. Even then The TF with ICS will still be useful. Not to mention most of us will move on the newer devices.
I can see my TF becoming a secondary device and getting a newer one, but that will likely be well into next year or 2013.
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That's Exactly why i asked this Question...
I'm Trying keep this device for two years IF it's possible...
IF they didn't support it for long time and Especially "Tegra2" chip then the device will be almost useless...
The Transformer was stated to be one of the first devices, and definitely was told to be the first tablet to be getting ICS - how come it is just about the only android device without even a half working port yet ?
Yea I seen the videos of the devs using a sideways port, but most other devices have a public port released - whats going on ?
Is the real reason behind the Prime delay actually a huge show stopper with ICS and the Transformer range ?
sooo many problems with that. the devs are working hard to get everything working and asus has said that we will have icecream before christmas. we will probobly be the first "or seccond" tablet to get OFFICIAL ICS and also the prime isnt being delayed people need to calm down
Thanks, I`m not waiting for the Prime, just going on what I have heard, reviews from trusted testers who also confirm a wireless issue
Personally I don't care if it does or doesnt, I have the TF101, just seems like the Transformer should have been the easiest to make an ICS ROM for over devices that don't even support it
Appreciate the hard work the devs are putting in, I was just wondering if there was any link between the two
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just seems like the Transformer should have been the easiest to make an ICS ROM for over devices that don't even support it
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What makes you think it would be the easiest? Because Asus said they would release an official update to ICS before the new year? I haven't seen anything that would lead one to assume that the Transformer would be easier to port ICS to than any other device.
How do you define "devices that don't even support it" as well? Do you mean devices that the manufacturer has not released ICS for? That would be all devices (excluding leaks) apart from the Galaxy Nexus at this stage.
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Nope. Almost all Honeycomb tablets use the nVidia Tegra 2 chipset. The ICS source that was released was for the Galaxy Nexus, which uses a TI OMAP chipset. Sure, they're both ARM devices, but there's a lot of variation within the ARM family... and nVidia are famously bad at making source code available to help people develop for their platforms.