Swype beta is open now with honeycomb support. For phone users there is an update as well.
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Just installed it a few minutes ago. Works pretty good. Much easier to type since the tablet's screen is big so you can "Swype" more easily.
Reminder: Do not post any Swype apk files on XDA. It's not allowed.
That being said, the Beta is open again so join and you'll get accepted.
just ditched thumb keyboard for the time
I was already in the beta. When trying to install on TF it says this device is not android device. Thoughts?
branshaw09 said:
I was already in the beta. When trying to install on TF it says this device is not android device. Thoughts?
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Make sure your Transformer browser's user-agent is set to Tablet, not Desktop.
It's in the Browser settings under Advance.
Bingo. Thanks. I was using the dolphin browser so using stock did the trick
first impressions are great! Typing from swype now
Wow I love the small keyboard and that its moveable!!!!
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Okay got an email with the beta code, but getting an error when tryong to log in with my email address n code....
It's pretty nice. Wish we could move the keyboard all around the screen instead of just on the bottom.
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Wow, shows up one day after I broke down and bought Thumb Keyboard. Which, by the way, is only $0.99 from Amazon right now, so it isn't like I broke the bank.
The "shrink" button really makes a nice difference in usability IMO, but I'm still sticking with TK for now. The one-sided keyboard (with the blank space to hold the tablet) is really awesome IMO, and I find that I have really good typing speed on the split keyboard + auto correct.
Going back to tablet keyboard free.
The perfect tablet keyboard would be a split keyboard with swype input. Until that happens I will be using the thumb keyboard split just like on tablet keyboard free.
Loving this new swype
So much easier to use with one finger. Though I'll probably still use thumb keyboard when typing an email. And it seems there's a horrible lag when typing in the browser with swype...
i installed just a moment ago. Really lik swype. its what my transtormer was missing. The browser lag is still there but not as noticeable to me now. Glad this update waa released.
thanks. installed and long time swype user however the hc skin for tk split keyboard is still champ for now. i will remain testing to see if my opinion changes. thanks for posting.
Does anybody actually think the movable keyboard is a good idea? I'm loving Swype on HC, but don't see why anybody would want to put it in that "movable" mode. I could see it making sense if it didn't cover the entire bottom of the screen anyway, but it does. Maybe, I just don't get it....
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Does anybody actually think the movable keyboard is a good idea? I'm loving Swype on HC, but don't see why anybody would want to put it in that "movable" mode. I could see it making sense if it didn't cover the entire bottom of the screen anyway, but it does. Maybe, I just don't get it....
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it doesn't cover the a whole bottom screen in some apps like browser.
Awesome missed this, so glad its here. Its beta so it will only get better
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Hi all.
I also got swype keyboard but i mostly write in french and in settings, it seems there is no choice of language..
Any idea how i can get the french installed?
Thanks
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There have been a couple of discussion topics with regards to the keyboard on the tab and various replacements. I myself have been using a few keyboards but have finally settled on Smart Keyboard. I did however still struggle typing in landscape as my thumbs and fingers just weren't long enough. So what was the solution?
A combination of Smart Keyboard & Thumb Keyboard from the Market.
But how annoying is it switching between keyboard manually each time? This is where the fantastic keyboard switching app comes in and automatically changes your keyboard based on rotation.
All credit to ne0fhyk - you can find his application here.
I'm using SlideIT keyboard and it works perfectly, even swype works, can use primary and secondary languages, dictation... It was a must for me because the Hungarian language support...
i use two keyboards. One for each orientation. In portrait i use smart keyboard. In landscape i use thumb keyboard. I use an app called a keyboard manager that automatically changes the keyboard based on my orientation. Its the perfect setup. Here is a screenshot of thumb keyboard:
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You can get keyboard manager from here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=830177
i will admit that thumb keyboard is still in development. The auto correct feature isnt working yet but the dev said hes working hard on it. I think once its done this is gonna be on popular app for tablets. It works very well on the tab. Check out my review here:
http://www.thegalaxytab.com/2010/11...g-in-landscape-mode-hand-cramps-not-included/
Thumb keyboard is like $1.37 in the market. It might go up once it gets popular. Check it out.
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ayman07 said:
i use two keyboards. One for each orientation. In portrait i use smart keyboard. In landscape i use thumb keyboard. I use an app called a keyboard manager that automatically changes the keyboard based on my orientation. Its the perfect setup. Here is a screenshot of thumb keyboard:
You can get keyboard manager from here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=830177
i will admit that thumb keyboard is still in development. The auto correct feature isnt working yet but the dev said hes working hard on it. I think once its done this is gonna be on popular app for tablets. It works very well on the tab. Check out my review here:
http://www.thegalaxytab.com/2010/11...g-in-landscape-mode-hand-cramps-not-included/
Thumb keyboard is like $1.37 in the market. It might go up once it gets popular. Check it out.
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Yep, text prediction features are added just yesterday. As well as some other nice features.
Hey, i just downloaded, and am using now the thumb keyboard, but my landscape is a full keyboard, not your screenshot.
Do you know of this is a setting i can't seem to find, or maybe it was changed?
I can't imagine it would be a corrupt install. D:
Anyone?
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eKi99 said:
Hey, i just downloaded, and am using now the thumb keyboard, but my landscape is a full keyboard, not your screenshot.
Do you know of this is a setting i can't seem to find, or maybe it was changed?
I can't imagine it would be a corrupt install. D:
Anyone?
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Long-press on the keyboard icon (lower left corner). There you can change the layout to a tablet layout. The pictured landscape keyboard is the keyboard belonging to the tablet 7" layout 1 and layout 2.
Hi all, I just came from iPhone and am really missing the magnifiying glass that pops up when i want to move my text edit cursor between letters. I noticed the Droid X has this feature as well (in fact seems to work better than the iphone's).
My big thumbs can not tap accurately enough between letters, and I do not like the stock Sense kb (I'm using the Gingerbread kb).
Could anyone hook me up with this magnifying glass/cursor movement? I would be very appreciative.
I have fat fingers, too.
You know the GB keyboard you're using already has a helpful feature for this, right? It doesn't magnify anything, but those big text selector tabs just might be the best part of the GB update, lol.
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I have fat fingers, too.
You know the GB keyboard you're using already has a helpful feature for this, right? It doesn't magnify anything, but those big text selector tabs just might be the best part of the GB update, lol.
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hmmm i am not sure what you are talking about... The only way I know of to move is by tapping, but it is far too inaccurate.
The Gingebread keyboard has big tabs for text selection and moving the cursor. Here's an example:
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Oh, Whoa!
Which Gingerbread kb are you using?? That looks sweet and I am pretty sure the one I've got does not have that function. Or if it does, I'm a fool and haven't figured out how to use it....
(I'm stock ROM with an "ruKeyboard 2.0 r19" apk)
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Oh, Whoa!
Which Gingerbread kb are you using?? That looks sweet and I am pretty sure the one I've got does not have that function. Or if it does, I'm a fool and haven't figured out how to use it....
(I'm stock ROM with an "ruKeyboard 2.0 r19" apk)
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the ones i have tried dont have it either. I did go to bestbuy and tried the nexus 2 and it had it and works great.
it isn't a feature of the gingerbread keyboard ports to 2.2, it is only available in the actual 2.3 system.
Sense at least has it in their browser.
I had the very same situation, came from iphone and was frustrated by this. Swype actually has a great text selection setup, just swype from the swype button to the sym button.
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it isn't a feature of the gingerbread keyboard ports to 2.2, it is only available in the actual 2.3 system.
Sense at least has it in their browser.
I had the very same situation, came from iphone and was frustrated by this. Swype actually has a great text selection setup, just swype from the swype button to the sym button.
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Thanks for the clarification.
Even more frustrating is that my buddy's Droid X has a similar function.
Nonetheless, one week into my EVO and loving it.
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
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The iPad skin is awsome
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IPad skin? Unless you're joking I didn't see it.
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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.
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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?
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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 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.
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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.
I just figured it out. Despite the fact that i can't stand Apple and iTunes and the ios feel... the gtab sucks more. Why? Because my thumbs aren't 6 inches long.
Thumb keyboard! Worth every penny...
At least on an android tab you can change the keyboard. +1 for thumb keyboard by the way. Swiftkey x for tablets also has a split keyboard, and great prediction.
iPad owners have been stuck without a thumb keyboard for 2 years iOS 5 will bring their first and only alternative.
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I just figured it out. Despite the fact that i can't stand Apple and iTunes and the ios feel... the gtab sucks more. Why? Because my thumbs aren't 6 inches long.
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Get thump keyboard. Here is what it looks like on your tablet.
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Is thumb keyword better than SwiftKey X?
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I've used thumb keyboard on the gtab, and the phone version of swiftkeyX. I would bet that SwiftKey has the best word prediction/correction at the moment, but I haven't tried the tablet version.
Yeah, split keyboards are the only way to go with a screen this size. As mentioned before, at least with Android you have that option. Swype is no better by the way. The motions are just too big.
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Is thumb keyword better than SwiftKey X?
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Swiftkey doesn't size properly unless you're running it on HC. I had the free version from Amazon and never tried it, since I'm on Calk/Clem, and changing keyboards is a pain. I flashed HC, and tried it out, and it was beautiful. I really enjoyed it. Of ourse, at that time, I hadn't tired thumb keyboard. It splits the keyboard very nicely in HC, and the number pad in the middle is REALLy convenient. What it doesn't have, that thumb keyboard does are the extra keys next to the keypad.
So...I went back to Calk/Clem and installed Swiftkey, but it didn't rexise properly. Th espacebar was no longer split, so while you could type properly, you still needed 8 inch thumbs to hit the space bar. The keypad also dissapears on froyo roms...so, it basically makes this beautiful keyboard crippled in Froyo.
However, wanting a split keyboard back, I decided to purchase thumb keyboard, and what you see in the image above is exactly how it appears on a froyo rom. I haven't flashed HC to try it out there, so I can't give an opinion of Thumb on a HC rom.
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Swiftkey doesn't size properly unless you're running it on HC. I had the free version from Amazon and never tried it, since I'm on Calk/Clem, and changing keyboards is a pain. I flashed HC, and tried it out, and it was beautiful. I really enjoyed it. Of ourse, at that time, I hadn't tired thumb keyboard. It splits the keyboard very nicely in HC, and the number pad in the middle is REALLy convenient. What it doesn't have, that thumb keyboard does are the extra keys next to the keypad.
So...I went back to Calk/Clem and installed Swiftkey, but it didn't rexise properly. Th espacebar was no longer split, so while you could type properly, you still needed 8 inch thumbs to hit the space bar. The keypad also dissapears on froyo roms...so, it basically makes this beautiful keyboard crippled in Froyo.
However, wanting a split keyboard back, I decided to purchase thumb keyboard, and what you see in the image above is exactly how it appears on a froyo rom. I haven't flashed HC to try it out there, so I can't give an opinion of Thumb on a HC rom.
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I use thumb keyboard on Flashback 7.2 HC ROM and it works beautifully as well!