Is there a way to backup my free and paid apps from the Android Market onto my Mac?
Also can this be done without rooting the Xoom?
The reason that I ask is that I recently purchased a xoom, and some of the apps that I had previously paid for on my Nexus were no longer on the Android Market. I also snagged a $99 Touchpad and was hoping to return the Xoom before my return window is up and wait for Android to be released on the Touchpad since a $99 Android tablet would be a great deal. During this time I don't want any more of the apps I paid for to be removed from the Android market.
I would love to be able to backup my apps off of the Xoom, return it, wait for Android on the Touchpad, and then reinstall the apps from my Mac.
Thanks
jeffiphone said:
Is there a way to backup my free and paid apps from the Android Market onto my Mac?
Also can this be done without rooting the Xoom?
The reason that I ask is that I recently purchased a xoom, and some of the apps that I had previously paid for on my Nexus were no longer on the Android Market. I also snagged a $99 Touchpad and was hoping to return the Xoom before my return window is up and wait for Android to be released on the Touchpad since a $99 Android tablet would be a great deal. During this time I don't want any more of the apps I paid for to be removed from the Android market.
I would love to be able to backup my apps off of the Xoom, return it, wait for Android on the Touchpad, and then reinstall the apps from my Mac.
Thanks
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That's a pretty awesome deal you got there! I was hoping to snag a 16gb Touchpad for $99, but I was a day too late. Once the devs get Android ported over to this thing... man. That's pretty neat. Although I love the Xoom and would never trade it out (unless it is the Xoom 2), having a second tablet would be fun.
Now... to your question: The best way to accomplish this without obtaining root access would be to use the app called MyBackup. It has a free 30 day trial, so I would imagine that you would just use that to backup your apps. Because there would be no need to purchase the full version for what you are looking to do... well, unless you could have a use for the app in the future.
MyBackup On The Android Market
Good luck!
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That's a pretty awesome deal you got there! I was hoping to snag a 16gb Touchpad for $99, but I was a day too late. Once the devs get Android ported over to this thing... man. That's pretty neat. Although I love the Xoom and would never trade it out (unless it is the Xoom 2), having a second tablet would be fun.
Now... to your question: The best way to accomplish this without obtaining root access would be to use the app called MyBackup. It has a free 30 day trial, so I would imagine that you would just use that to backup your apps. Because there would be no need to purchase the full version for what you are looking to do... well, unless you could have a use for the app in the future.
MyBackup On The Android Market
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Thanks for the quick response. I'll give that app a look and see if it'll work for me. Thanks.
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Thanks for the quick response. I'll give that app a look and see if it'll work for me. Thanks.
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No problem. It should be what you need. You can backup all of your apps to either your SD card, or their cloud storage servers for future use. It's a win-win.
Is there anything that allows you to back up paid/protected apps?
The main thing I am concerned about is my emulators since I had purchased Nesoid before on my phone and then when I bought my Xoom it was no longer available on the market.
I purchased another emulator for my xoom, I'm just afraid if it takes a bit for Android to come to the Touchpad that there may not be any emulators on the app store.
This was one of the main reasons I wanted an android tablet since it's great to be able to connect the wiimote via bluetooth and play some of my old games.
jeffiphone said:
Is there anything that allows you to back up paid/protected apps?
The main thing I am concerned about is my emulators since I had purchased Nesoid before on my phone and then when I bought my Xoom it was no longer available on the market.
I purchased another emulator for my xoom, I'm just afraid if it takes a bit for Android to come to the Touchpad that there may not be any emulators on the app store.
This was one of the main reasons I wanted an android tablet since it's great to be able to connect the wiimote via bluetooth and play some of my old games.
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I was pretty sure that it would back up all apps, paid ones included. It's the best app backup manager on the market that does not require root access. Possibly you can try Astro File Manager, as it also has a built in backup app manager. Not sure if it backs up paid and protected apps though. Worth a shot.
But, having root access may be the best and only way to grab both paid and protected apps. Titanium Backup kills all other app backup managers, hands down. It's the rooting swiss army knife for sure, and is highly recommended. I use it all the time. Works like a charm.
And I hear ya about the emulators. They were a few bucks each, as I have some of them. Plus I loves me some old school gaming on my Xoom.
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Hello,
i am interested in buying an Android tablet, however i don't want to spend so much money either.
Thus i suppose a branded tablet is out of question. The first generation iPad seems a good solution, but i dont like the idea leaving android and starting from scratch in understanding their OS... Even Nook Color is in my options!
However there are so many unbranded tablets. How to chose?!?!
Would all connect with no problem to Android apps and market?
I have an Android Motorola phone currently, thus i would prefer to have a capacitive tablet as well.
Would i be able to buy a protector for my tablet if this is unbranded?
Any recommendations please?
Thanks!
Hi there,
I would find an used Folio 100 (Toshiba) and then install Dexters forliomod rom on it.
I am very pleased with mine.
Regards,
Per.
You should try Galaxy Tab. The price has gone down a lot recently
Thanks, but i suppose the price is again not near the Nook color...
Try the Nook Color, I hear good things about it.
The Nook Color and XDA could be your ticket...
Got a color nook loaded in dual boot and run 2.3 on it If you do not need microphone and camera then this is great choice. I did not load on the nook 2.3 because I wanted to keep the reader it come loaded with, this reader reads out loud the kid's books in a real human recorded voice. This is awesome for my kid who is 4. But if you do not need this feature then you can load directly on to the system 2.2 or 2.3 or 3.0 This device is a flashing geek's dream fun to modify and 200 bucks
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Got a color nook loaded in dual boot and run 2.3 on it If you do not need microphone and camera then this is great choice. I did not load on the nook 2.3 because I wanted to keep the reader it come loaded with, this reader reads out loud the kid's books in a real human recorded voice. This is awesome for my kid who is 4. But if you do not need this feature then you can load directly on to the system 2.2 or 2.3 or 3.0 This device is a flashing geek's dream fun to modify and 200 bucks
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Cool thanks! If you find it anywhere for 200$ please let me know!
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If you are using android phone currently, my suggestion is you should try ipad. that you could have two differ os. That's must better than using one os.
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If you are using android phone currently, my suggestion is you should try ipad. that you could have two differ os. That's must better than using one os.
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is that true though? Why complicated your life when you know Android so well?
Basically this is the reason why i am not going to iPad, dont want to complicated my life to a different OS...
How much IS there to know about these mobile device OS?*
*Unless you're a developer. If so, the device you develop for would probably dictate your next purchase unless something radically more interesting comes along.
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How much IS there to know about these mobile device OS?*
*Unless you're a developer. If so, the device you develop for would probably dictate your next purchase unless something radically more interesting comes along.
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Being able to know everything needs root an android, having so many apps and knowing that what i would be searching on my phone would be done also for my tablet, that would make me really happy.
I am not in a mood for searching info on how to jailbreak an ipad...
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i wanted to get one too but i think they are uselles to me so..
If you're on the cheap, rooting a NC is the way to go. B&N lists it for sale @ $200 occasionally, but you can usually find one listed on Craigslist for the same price or a little cheaper.
If you've got $400 to spend, pick up the Asus Transformer, it's the best Android bang-for-the-buck at the moment.
Ok thanks. I was thinking whether Nooc color or a chinese C8 have the same power and capabilities runnin on 2.2..
Does anyone know? Or NC is just superior for the "official" support it has...
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fly touch, malata, ctab t2, ctab pro, tab t23, there are many,,
and now android 2.3 tablets are available now
Yes there many! However the question is, do you risk it and buy one?
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wait for galaxy tab2
I'd say go with the Ipad most definately. Not Android platform but trust me that's a good thing.
I really like the honeycomb, and i think this is better than my friends Ipad1
Hope you guys have patient to answer them.
First, I had an iPhone, an Android and now I have a WP7. I alway have two phones, and just sould my iPhone so I need another one. I was thinking about a Nexus S, but I want to try WebOS.
My questions:
I know HP bought Palm. They didn't released any phone until now, right? Are they working on WebOS update? Will it be released to palms handsets? I don't want to buy a phone today and tomorrow they release a new version to new phones and forget about me.
Apps? There is not Kik, WhatsApp, IM+ or whatever, right? I use a lot Google Talk and Kik to chat, and Facebook. There is any GTalk client? Facebook?
Do you guys recommend it? I know that, 99.99% of times, when you own a gadget, you have a bias for it. Being honest, I love WP7, but is flaw is apps. At least, in my opinion.
And.. which is the best hardware right now?
Unfortunately, Palm didn't sell phones in Brazil, so I have to buy one from USA. There is any unlock way like iPhone or already unlocked phones?
Thank you guys!
All current webOS phones will continue to be supported by HP, with the exception of legacy devices (palm pixi/plus, palm pre/plus, and I believe pre 2 I'm not sure though). As far as apps go, their are some great apps, the typical price is a little more expensive than android apps but not as expensive as blackberry apps. I would recommend getting a veer if you can deal with the size, if not then get a pre 3 (not sure if its out yet, lol, if not then get the pre 2). I have the palm pixi plus for Verizon and I love it, it only cost me $70 plus the touchstone back and charger on amazon.
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I know the palm pre/pre plus/pixi will not receive any more updates, but all new phones released by hp will. I am not sure about the pre 2.
If I were you I would wait till the pre 3 is released on at&t and see if you can unlock it. If you can't wait, check out reviews of the at&t hp veer. It is extremely tiny though.
Webos is my favorite operating system to use. I have used webos, android, blackberry and ios.
Google talk is built in to the messaging app on Webos. There are ways to integrate facebook chat as well.
Check out precentral.net
They have answers for everything involving webos. You will definitely get more help there.
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I would wait until Palm releases the Touchpad & the Pre3 - Hopefully, they will then "go global". Don't try buying one from the US! If you must, buy it from the UK - HP UK sells contract-less phones (I bought mine there).
There are many problems owning a Pre2 (as I do) outside the "official" countries. No access to paid apps mainly. Although I don't complain that much - I have what I need from free apps.
There is a version of IM+ available by the way. Facebook app comes standard. No GPS navigation except for Google Maps, but that requires you to be on line all the time while using it.
The operating system is SUPERB. The best I've ever used. Nothing comes close. It's super intuitive and FAST.
The phone itself is really nice to handle. I love the fact that it is smaller than most phones, and the hardware keyboard is wonderful.
One minus for the lack of autofocus in the rear camera, but you wouldn't use your phone for "serious" photography anyway.
Good luck!
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I know HP bought Palm. They didn't released any phone until now, right? Are they working on WebOS update? Will it be released to palms handsets? I don't want to buy a phone today and tomorrow they release a new version to new phones and forget about me.
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The first HP webOS phone was release last month, the Veer. webOS 3.0 is coming and will be on the Veer. WebOS 3.0 won't be on the Pre, Pre+, Pixi, or Pixi+. I don't know about the Pre 2.
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Apps? There is not Kik, WhatsApp, IM+ or whatever, right? I use a lot Google Talk and Kik to chat, and Facebook. There is any GTalk client? Facebook?
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There's no Kik or WhatsApp, but there is IM+ in the App Catalogue. Google Talk is built in to the default Messaging app. There is a Facebook app built-in as well, but it doesn't have Facebook chat. You can use Facebook chat with other apps.
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Do you guys recommend it?
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Definitely. Like you, I have two phones. I have a 2 year old Pre, and a 6 month old Desire Z. I much prefer the pre, even though the newer phone was supposed to be better.
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And.. which is the best hardware right now?
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Either the Veer or Pre 2. The Pre 3 is coming within a couple of months though, you might want to wait for that.
mikeeam said:
Unfortunately, Palm didn't sell phones in Brazil, so I have to buy one from USA. There is any unlock way like iPhone or already unlocked phones?
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I know how you feel, they don't sell them in my country either (Australia). There is definitely ways to unlock them, and I think already unlocked ones too. Before buying one, make sure that you can get a credit card from one of the supported countries. The App Catalogue will only support payment with a credit card from those countries. Read this for full information: http://forums.precentral.net/worldwide-gsm-cdma/268775-official-app-catalog-geo-restrictions.html
and this: http://forums.precentral.net/palm-p...n-about-gsm-umts-frequencies.html#post2578597
Thank you so much.
I'll think about it, cause I really want to try it out. If not now, I'll wait HP here in Brazil. They've said that it will be here soon.
Loved the part about built-in google talk ;D
Thanks!
Both Aim and Google Chat are baked into the stock messaging app for the OS. They have no integration for Facebook chat, but there are some workarounds and it is coming to the touchpad (I would imagine it would come to the pre3 as well).
There isn't a ton in the way of apps on the market, but almost all of the basics are covered. If you want more than what is in the market, you can use preware and keep an eye on the beta feeds.
They do currently sell an unlocked Pre2 if you don't want to wait and see if they will sell an unlocked pre3.
Overall, it is a great OS.
You might have to wait a little to get the unlocked version of the phone. They do that in the States to get you to sign up for a contract on launch.
You can use Agile Messenger is like a All-in-one but sometimes is slow.
I'm seriously considering getting the Transformer. I really want the prime but this black Friday sale might be too good to pass up. I'd have a new tablet and money saved vs. Waiting for more expensive, $499, Prime version. My question is just like the title states. Only reason I want to be sure is because my Atrix 4g phone, stock, didn't allow non market apps to be installed. I had to root, then get non market apps enabled app from market place. Then now I can easily install those. I want to be sure as my research here is showing newer model Transformers has to be rooted using that Razorclaw apk. Which I already have downloaded into my iPad for quick email to new device, once I get it. I know not all android devices are like Atrix and others allow non market apps installed right out the box. I've read a thread or 2 here of people having issue with the root. So, far the most, is this a pretty simple, sure shot, root? Looks like one click n ur done. I don't even have this device yet n I'm already anxious to root n over clock this thing and try out this revolver rom I'm seeing thrown around a lot.
Like I said before, I really want the Prime, the best, but I might just be smart and getting the dramatically lower priced original transformer. As it will still be better than my iPad 1 amd will still be an upgrade. I have the money for the Prime but I have a 14 month old daughter also and bills...lol. I think it might be best to get the TF101 at $249(from best buy) or $299(from hhgregg). Both are great deals compared to original/normal price of this device @ $399.
Any input on the thread question or advice on getting original transformer or waiting for Prime will be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance
Yes you can "sideload" apps.
Only AT&T block "sideloading" hence you had to root and modified
baseballfanz said:
Yes you can "sideload" apps.
Only AT&T block "sideloading" hence you had to root and modified
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Appreciate the speedy response. Yeah AT&T sucks on that part. Im grandfathered into the old unlimited data plan so that's only reason I'm still with them..lol
I already have a Kindle reader, but I'm thinking of getting a Kindle Fire. Does anyone here have a Kindle Fire? How do you like it?
I do not have one but we recently got one for my Grandpa and I have been showing him how to use it. If you have an android phone then I'd say dont get it, although it is android, it really isn't. but if you already have a kindle and want more functionality id say go for it, runs nice and has some good features, but also has no mic or cams
Thanks....How is the Android OS compared to the a Android phone
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Thanks....How is the Android OS compared to the a Android phone
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Limited, to say the least. There's no android market. You must rely on Amazon's App Store. That, of course means you're going to miss out on plenty of apps that are not yet available on there (unless you root, of course).
To root, check out this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1410223
The whole look and feel of the Fire has shreds of Android, but if you're used to using a fully featured Android phone, you could easily get frustrated.
Don't get me wrong, it's a nice device, even at $199. Just try not to think of it as an android tablet or you'll be disappointed.
Guess we all (webOS users) are sort of scattered under the current situation... And this forum is kind of small and generic
Let's get a picture of who is looking here for help.
Which webOS device do you have? (Note you can "vote" multiple times if you own more than one.)
How is it working?
webOS version?
Favorite tweaks?
How long have you been using webOS?
Do you do any development?
I've had my webOS phone about a month. I bought a used GSM Unlocked Pre 2 off eBay. It's running webOS 2.2.4.
I LOVE this device, am using it heavily and plan to continue to do so.
Preware is a must
UberKernel overclocking with the OnDemandTcl1200 profile + Govnah
Freetether
Lots of Top Bar patches and the Advanced Reset Options patch all make life easier
App Tuckerbox
Save/Restore
Netstat
Dr. Battery
I'm getting ready to install the SDK and will try my hand at some small things to see how far I can get.
webOS just works so nice. We all need to evangelize about it.
Just bought a palm pre 2 unlocked gsm from ebay us and shipped to Italy
played half a day with 2.1 and is very pretty, now is updating to 2.2.4, hope to see something cool!
I'm an android user and fan, but webos is beautiful!
Beware of the 2.2.4 update for the unlocked Pre2. I've had a total of 4 of these devices between myself and my wife and they've all suffered the same idiosyncrasy. For some unknown reason, after about a week of normal usage the sound for alerts vanishes requiring a soft reset. It doesn't matter if they have preware or any overclocking, a stock 2.2.4 has done this. It may be a minor irritation for some but not hearing an alert for an important email is a big thing to me.
Unless you're using your Pre2 for message sharing with a Touchpad, I strongly recommend keeping it at 2.1 until the guys at webosinternals figure out if there's a patch for this. I've jumped ship to Windows Phone 7.5 but I still keep an eye on the happenings at webOS because I love the UI. I still find myself swiping at my phone and feeling like an idiot.
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Beware of the 2.2.4 update for the unlocked Pre2. I've had a total of 4 of these devices between myself and my wife and they've all suffered the same idiosyncrasy. For some unknown reason, after about a week of normal usage the sound for alerts vanishes requiring a soft reset. It doesn't matter if they have preware or any overclocking, a stock 2.2.4 has done this. It may be a minor irritation for some but not hearing an alert for an important email is a big thing to me.
Unless you're using your Pre2 for message sharing with a Touchpad, I strongly recommend keeping it at 2.1 until the guys at webosinternals figure out if there's a patch for this. I've jumped ship to Windows Phone 7.5 but I still keep an eye on the happenings at webOS because I love the UI. I still find myself swiping at my phone and feeling like an idiot.
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Thanks, unfortunately finished updating before reading this...
The bad thing is that in 2.1 the google account sync wasnt working well, in 2.2.4 is flawless (as can i see by now).
The pre2 is my secondary phone, so i do not need it 365days a year but only when i go out for work.
Thank you anyway
Treo 300 - Treo 650 - Treo 755 - Pre, Pre, Pre, ( ) Touchpad
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I've had my webOS phone about a month. I bought a used GSM Unlocked Pre 2 off eBay. It's running webOS 2.2.4.
I LOVE this device, am using it heavily and plan to continue to do so.
Preware is a must
UberKernel overclocking with the OnDemandTcl1200 profile + Govnah
Freetether
Lots of Top Bar patches and the Advanced Reset Options patch all make life easier
App Tuckerbox
Save/Restore
Netstat
Dr. Battery
I'm getting ready to install the SDK and will try my hand at some small things to see how far I can get.
webOS just works so nice. We all need to evangelize about it.
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I was one of the lucky firesale TP buyers and love the thing. I have installed CM9 on it so I could get some apps like Netflix but webOS is a beautiful thing.
I just received my Touchpad and rooted it to dual boot. I'm typing this from the Android side now, but I'm impressed with WebOS. I've worked on several Android tablets, but this is my first WebOS toy. Wish there were more apps, but what a nice screen!
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I've noticed that even the hard-core Android fans love webOS once they get to know it. The sad fact is that even with HP's mishandling (I'm really trying to be civil), i don't see how webOS could have survived. The lack of apps was a mortal wound that couldn't be closed. Just look at all the comments and they sound like a scratched record, "loved the UI but needed this app or that so I loaded CM9. But use webOS most of the time". UGHHH! End of rant.
I really hope that the opensourcing can give webos a second chance.
As an android fan i must admit, android can learn very much from webos... in te days of the selling of palm, i really hoped google would buy it...
US GSM Unlocked Pre 2
Works great - secondhand too
2.2.4
Quite a bit
9-ish months, iOS for a year before that, and PalmOS for several years before iOS.
Not a dev, idk why i'm here
xandros9 said:
Not a dev, idk why i'm here
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To try and help breathe some life into the webOS forum here?
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To try and help breathe some life into the webOS forum here?
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As much as I hate to admit it, I think webOS's fate as a stand-alone OS has been sealed. My honest opinion is that what we know as webOS today will live on as a major redux of Android. It's already showing up in the form of modified Enyo apps on ICS and a modified version of touch-to-share. Being Linux-based will make it easier to incorporate the best features into Android now that the source code is being released. I still follow the threads here and on WebOS Nation because I really miss webOS but the lack of development and sub-par hardware makes it impossible for me continue with it. My work requires certain apps that webOS simply doesn't have and that's such a shame. Us old dinosaurs (yeah, I've been through a mid-life crisis and a heart attack so I qualify) are very resistant to change but there's nothing wrong with keeping up with new technologies.
The first is palm pre plus, second palm pre2, now htc hd2
Pre- & TouchPad
My pre is retired and used as a media player on webOS 2.1 30% of the time, it works every time lol. It's really showing it's age but I keep it going because I just can't seem to find a capable media player on Android that will pass media metadata to my receiver as well as webOS 2.1
TouchPad is stock and fantastic the way it is, no problems.
I own a HP Pre3 running 2.2.4, bought it on ebay.
I'm using Advanced Device Menu tweaks and some browser tweaks.
Didn't get into developing now, may I try to get into it when I get more time.
What I still miss is a onscreen keyboard. Having that and maybe a few more apps, webOS would be THE KILLER OS.
I just have the touchpad
I can't add votes to the poll
I just picked up a pair of Veers (one black, one white). Can't wait. They should be here early next week. I get to practice Dogbert's Unlock method and then figure out how to use Impostah to put a profile on them without wiping my Pre 2 so I can test drive them.
Another dinosaur here
I never got into the smart phone thing so I missed out on the pre and pre plus rush. I'm still looking for a pre plus or pre2 but have 2 touchpads. While there are advantages to android with the many apps out there, I continue to operate with webOS on the touchpad. I am a purchasing officer for an export corporation and use my touchpad daily for the business. The thing I don't understand is the common rant from folks who say that their webOS device is useless without android. What apps do you (really) need that are not available within the webOS or preware market? I find that everything I need to operate my business is available within the webOS community. My touchpad allows me to be productive in the field. I do not have android installed on my touchpad. My wife had classicnerd android on hers but that's for the games.
I have had to use a few work arounds for issues like a lack of camera but otherwise, the touchpad performs very well for my business needs. Yes, I could do more with an iPad or another (pure) android tablet but would be required to spend a great deal of cash for a minimal return.
Those of you who really want to be productive, tell me what app you find in android that you can't find a webOS equivalent for. Chances are that you could be surprised.
just sayin........
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The first is palm pre plus, second palm pre2, now htc hd2
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How did you get webos running on the HD2? Would you share a link please?
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