Good today only! (5/20/11) The world ends tomorrow anyways
The SwiftKey keyboard beta has been opened up so you can download the new honeycomb compatible keyboard. This is a serious contender to ThumbKeyboard, and it's specialty is predictive text. It's setup very well on the Transformer. Another must have, or at least must try keyboard.
In order to sign up, just register at their website and use the invite code #swiftkeyFRIDAY.
Register here.
Once registered you get forum access. Go to the tablet downloads section and get the new Beta.
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Wife was doing some shopping last night obviously!
Thanks! Downloaded the APKs.
rcm_rx7 said:
Good today only! (5/20/11) The world ends tomorrow anyways
The SwiftKey keyboard beta has been opened up so you can download the new honeycomb compatible keyboard. This is a serious contender to ThumbKeyboard, and it's specialty is predictive text. It's setup very well on the Transformer. Another must have, or at least must try keyboard.
In order to sign up, just register at their website and use the invite code #swiftkeyFRIDAY.
Register here.
Once registered you get forum access. Go to the tablet downloads section and get the new Beta.
Wife was doing some shopping last night obviously!
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Interesting, will take some getting use too.
I've been waiting for this and it's finally here... beta version
Thanks for the info.
Had access to this for a while now but I find the layout of thumb keyboard to be far better and easier to type with, didn't use swiftkey much.
Thanks man
Bah... now they're giving us a choice! I'd already made my mind up that I was going to buy thumbkeyboard. Now you're making me re-think.
Although SwiftKey is pretty cool looking, and better then the regular keyboard. I definitely think that ThumbKeyboard is definetly better.
Also has anyone noticed how even with the keyboard dock the SwiftKey prediction three word thing still pops up. I'm not sure if I like to or not yet. But kinda cool. I wonder if they did that on. purpose or not.
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Edit: Also for some reason the prediction with the keyboard work really good in the XDA app. Actually fixes any mistakes I make typing. But in every other app i've tried messes up, either by double entering words, or by just adding random letters. Especially if I start typing real fast. Guess that is a problem.
I agree with the above...I make way more mistakes on the swiftkey app and I hate the tron look. I want a matte keyboard layout so back to thumb keyboard I go!
I know it's a beta...it will get better, but for now I'll stick to what works and what I can customize further.
i have the same auto-correct issue of it adding random characters, actually the letter "I" specifically.
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SwiftKey keyboard
SwiftKey is like an English professor is alive and working inside your phone. It’s still in beta, but it’s already an amazing little application. What makes SwiftKey different is its ability to predict the next word in your sentence. Predicting the current word is so 2009! Of course everyone loves things that make our lives easier - things like correctly guessing what word comes next. My only issue (and it's a small one) is that you can't enter words that aren't in the dictionary by pressing the spacebar and moving on. You have to actually tap the word to get SwiftKey to enter it.
To sign up and check out the SwiftKey beta head over to SwiftKey.net. It's really polished for a beta, and to be honest I'm planning on using it as is until they release a new version. At the moment SwiftKey is English only, but the developers say that they plan to include support for all the Latin based languages in the near future. No word on availability and pricing of the final version, but by the look and feel of the application, it shouldn't be too far off. Keep an eye on their site for details, and be sure to let me know if you see it slip into the Market before I do!
Pros:
Amazing full word prediction
Easy to add to custom dictionary
Also predicts punctuation
Special characters are easily entered by long pressing
Cons:
Learning curve
Can be laggy when first starting up
Will always pick the word it thinks is correct, so be careful with the spacebar
ENJOY...(source android central.com)
very nice app it works really good thanks.
Interesting app, thanx.
Official Beta has just been released to the market.
Just started using today,it seems cool just needs more options. Also this happens if I hold down the spacebar:
I am a beautiful person. I am a beautiful person. I am a beautiful person. I am a beautiful person. I am a beautiful person.
LOL.
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I am using it right now, and I must to say that it is incredible. It makes very
good predictions cause it scan your SMS and it knows what words you use usually,
and what combinations of words... It works very well.
Now I have a problem, I dont know which keyboard is better, SwiftKey or Swype.
I have both and I am undecided...
Thanks for your contribution.
This is brilliant, if only it could be themed but maybe in the final release. The contextual prediction is great and really does suggest sensible next words based on the sentence you are typing! Sometimes it even suggests things better than the word I was thinking of!
I like that it has an English-UK option too so no americanisms and it knows things like British place names etc. Very very impressed
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SwiftKey keyboard
SwiftKey is like an English professor is alive and working inside your phone. It’s still in beta, but it’s already an amazing little application. What makes SwiftKey different is its ability to predict the next word in your sentence. Predicting the current word is so 2009! Of course everyone loves things that make our lives easier - things like correctly guessing what word comes next. My only issue (and it's a small one) is that you can't enter words that aren't in the dictionary by pressing the spacebar and moving on. You have to actually tap the word to get SwiftKey to enter it.
To sign up and check out the SwiftKey beta head over to SwiftKey.net. It's really polished for a beta, and to be honest I'm planning on using it as is until they release a new version. At the moment SwiftKey is English only, but the developers say that they plan to include support for all the Latin based languages in the near future. No word on availability and pricing of the final version, but by the look and feel of the application, it shouldn't be too far off. Keep an eye on their site for details, and be sure to let me know if you see it slip into the Market before I do!
Pros:
Amazing full word prediction
Easy to add to custom dictionary
Also predicts punctuation
Special characters are easily entered by long pressing
Cons:
Learning curve
Can be laggy when first starting up
Will always pick the word it thinks is correct, so be careful with the spacebar
***MOD EDIT*** File removed, it is part of a private beta not for public use.
hmm, looks pretty clean. I'll try it out. Thanks for the heads up
I just got the beta invitation email
I got all excited because I thought it was going to be swype-esque
has anyone tried it yet?
from the license:
"You will effect and maintain adequate security measures to safeguard the Software from
theft or from access by any person other than those permitted in this Licence."
If you're going to put it out publically, at least attach the usage license..
intx said:
from the license:
"You will effect and maintain adequate security measures to safeguard the Software from
theft or from access by any person other than those permitted in this Licence."
If you're going to put it out publically, at least attach the usage license..
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I was just about to say he wasn't allowed to give it out publicly...
Anyway, I am using it. Been using it for the past hour to text with a couple of friends and I freaking love this thing. I hope the timer on it isn't too short, because I'm going to get so used to how easy this thing is to use. Not only does it predict words accurately, but it does it with almost NO lag. (Keep in mind I've been on an overclocked ROM for the past week).
I recommend it to anyone who signed up for the beta. If you haven't, you can sign up here and hope to get into future betas.
I got invited and have been using it for a while now and I don't really know if I like it or not. I think I text faster with it, but stopping half way through a word because it knows what I am trying to say just throws me off, it breaks my rhythm is you know what I mean.
But this app is pretty good at predicting what you will say next lol
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I removed the link to this APK, it is part of a private beta test and should not be publicly distributed. Do not post files that will get XDA in trouble! Russ
If you haven't tried Thumb Keyboard yet, give the free 4.0 Beta a try. It has changed my TF experience for the better in a huge way. Link here.
The Beta lasts for another week, and I'll buy the full release without hesitation.
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The iPad skin is awsome
cowballz69 said:
The iPad skin is awsome
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IPad skin? Unless you're joking I didn't see it.
IIJBII said:
IPad skin? Unless you're joking I didn't see it.
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It comes with custom skins but you can also find and install customs.
I've been trying the betas for quite a while and agree its the best one around. As long as you turn off predictive text, it doesnt lag at all. It's only getting better with updates. Will purchase it too if it ever comes out.
I purchased v3 not so long ago (but before the beta came out).. am I gonna get stiffed and have to buy v4 all over again when that eventually launches? I know its only a few quid but it'll be a pain if I do..
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I purchased v3 not so long ago (but before the beta came out).. am I gonna get stiffed and have to buy v4 all over again when that eventually launches? I know its only a few quid but it'll be a pain if I do..
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nope, it will be a free update from v3 to v4. just upddate from market
Schweet! Ta muchly
this is a must for any tablet user IMHO
Love thumb keyboard
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is there a thumb typing lesson that i can do online. this is great and convenient but unless you're trained to do it, it can slow you down even more.
Thanks! This really made typing a lot easier while holding the device.
Sent from my Transformer TF101 using Tapatalk
The cursor keys work on ssh terminal programs like connectbot, but the tab key does not.
it's a beta, let them know and hopefully it's something that can be fixed before the final release.
How come I don't see it listed in the keyboard list after I installed the apk?
junks2010 said:
How come I don't see it listed in the keyboard list after I installed the apk?
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I had to reboot to get it to show up on mine.
I cannot figure out how to change the buttons....I picked large buttons and now I want to change it to small ones and see the difference...it said that you can change but did not say where to do that. I looked in settings and could not see where to change it.
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I had to reboot to get it to show up on mine.
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Thank you.
original thread by developer http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1056976
Thanks for pointing this out. Absolutely brilliant - have to say one of the best features is the option to instantly switch between split layout, full screen and half screen keyboard. Plus, none of the lag or missed keypresses, even with prediction on...
Good day guys,
Im looking for a keyboard resembling the thumb special one from the iPad iOS5.
I really like the concept and i have tried the app "tablet keyboard" yet it just not it.
Im looking for a thumb keyboard that is split on both sides of the device, yet has nothing in the middle thus preserving precious pixels.
Image of what i mean:
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Try Thumb Keyboard. Best purchase I've made for my Transformer. Lots of customization and it's only 99 cents on Amazon's AppStore right now!
kdotlo said:
Try Thumb Keyboard. Best purchase I've made for my Transformer. Lots of customization and it's only 99 cents on Amazon's AppStore right now!
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Did you not read his post or did you just choose to ignore the part where he says WITH NOTHING INBETWEEN.
I love the community! Everyone is so friendly and helpful!
I believe thumb keyboard dev will think about this layout with nothing in the middle.
Im not completely sure, but I dont think that the Android IME framework supports layouts like that (With the application underneath). I think the IME gets a certain area of the screen, and will just have blank spaces in open areas.
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I believe thumb keyboard dev will think about this layout with nothing in the middle.
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Hopefully Apple doesn't have a patent on that... they seem to patent the most basic things. Meh. Would be a great layout though.
Typical. Everytime I see a "new Apple feature" that Android already has, I can't suppress a smile. Then I see Apple's version and dammit, they manage to put a new slant on it that wipes the smile away!
aMoshe said:
Good day guys,
Im looking for a keyboard resembling the thumb special one from the iPad iOS5.
I really like the concept and i have tried the app "tablet keyboard" yet it just not it.
Im looking for a thumb keyboard that is split on both sides of the device, yet has nothing in the middle thus preserving precious pixels.
Image of what i mean:
Thanks in advance!
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Asus makes a actual keyboard for the transformer it extends the battery life too and there is nothing in the middle of the screen.
The new swype beta has a sliding keyboard that takes up about a fifth of precious screen realestate. I have a post with pics in here somewhere. Not what you specifically asked for, but it is free when you sign up for the beta.
I have been craving for this kind of bluetooth slider keyboard for my Galaxy S for way too long.
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http://www.boxwave.com/iphone-4/keyboard-buddy-iphone-4-case/bwpdd/pkz-twvc
Recently I found out that boxwave actually takes requests for a product and might release them if there is enough requests. If you are like me and want a physical keyboard so badly, click on the link below and request for it! Thanks!
http://www.boxwave.com/community/request/request_model.cfm?productid=504
why not just buy an epic?
jake921660 said:
why not just buy an epic?
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not everybody is from the US bro...
and even if i'm from US, because i've already bought galaxy s i9000 and i am satisfied with it, i wouldn't sell it and buy a new phone :/
so this is the only thing i can do
I requested...lets see...
Requested. Fingers crossed.
If you use the SEARCH button you will find a couple of bluetooth keyboards out there....simples
Insanity cm 014/glitch
slaphead20 said:
If you use the SEARCH button you will find a couple of bluetooth keyboards out there....simples
Insanity cm 014/glitch
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yes, i am well aware of that. but none of it can be attached to galaxy s and become a slider keyboard. if you find any, i would very appreciate it if you post the links here. thanks
Good idea to start this thread. Just sent in a request to boxwave with a url to this forum, hopefully they will notice the level of interest here!
why do u need bluetooth keyboard while u can type faster with SWYPE or SLIDEIT keyboard?
last time i used to aim for only qwerty keyboard smartphone,
but after i got myself capacitive screens smartphone, i think it is not necessary for a qwerty keyboard, it is even slower
tcboy88 said:
why do u need bluetooth keyboard while u can type faster with SWYPE or SLIDEIT keyboard?
last time i used to aim for only qwerty keyboard smartphone,
but after i got myself capacitive screens smartphone, i think it is not necessary for a qwerty keyboard, it is even slower
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i personally do like soft keyboard, but not swype. when the screen gets smudged, swype will make it more messy.
my favourite is gingerbread keyboard, but even that gives me errors. a hard keyboard, to me, although require more practice, but will get the job done once you get used to it. i've tried and liked it.
another thing is, playing games using a hard keyboard is so much easier.
Holy crap, it looks amazing! But phone will look like a fat brick... hmmm request sendet afterall
request Done
REquest send also!
Requested!!
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Requested!