I would like to thank all the devs and this side of the community for all it has done with this otherwise useless tablet. I have finally purchased the Nexus 7 32Gb tablet and will never look back lol. it was fun but this tablet was useless from day one for me and that was when it was $400. I bought it in hopes it would get HC in the first few months because of the similar specs to the Moto Xoom but that was when i was first starting in android and didnt realize that it wasnt that simple.
once again THANK YOU!!! if any dev wants to comment i will hit the thank you button or if someone could give me a list so i could search.
really?!
That's too bad... Are you putting it up on ebay or craigslist?
I sympathize with your troubles in finding the Gtab useful, but nobe1976's Smooth Bean ROM has absolutely turned things around for me. Also, the super fast Puffin browser helped. Even if you've already made the switch to the Nexus, it's nice to have a useable backup.
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I heard today for the first time that the nook Color was able to be rooted and was super happy since I could run Kindle on it.
Then I found xda and read about the G Tablet. At this price point for the hardware involved, I will be stopping after work tomorrow to grab one then head back here for some custom ROM action.
Super excited to see a solid form factor in an Android Tablet. When I first saw the G Tablet in the Sunday paper, I initially shrugged it off as another "not ready for prime time" tablet. While I guess it technically is, this community has taken it places!
Welcome to the forum. There is a wealth of information here and some of the most helpful people I know of.
Yes, that's exactly how I felt. I haven't gotten mine yet, and I'm still undecided whether or not I should pull the gun or continue to wait for the Notion Ink... but I've been visiting the section almost daily for news and updates.
After having the archos 101 for awhile i thought it was best I keep it and when I saw the gtablet and horrible reviews I decided to keep it but after reading the forums here I sold my archos 101 and never looked back its so much better and don't really miss the media playback aspect of it as Rockplayer has played everything I have thrown at it still gets good battery life. Now my girlfriend kinda regrets spending so much money on her macbook air and was thinking she should of gotten one as well. ^^
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Yes, that's exactly how I felt. I haven't gotten mine yet, and I'm still undecided whether or not I should pull the gun or continue to wait for the Notion Ink... but I've been visiting the section almost daily for news and updates.
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Get ready for a long wait, if you didn't preorder the NI yet. Their initial "stock" is sold out so who knows when their second batch will be available. If u can get this tab for 380 or below, preferable low 300s (which is possible if ur lucky) pull that trigger.
There's a lot of helpful gtab folks here so you know there's support and with VS cooperating that even adds more value to this tablet.
Picked up the tab on my way home this evening.
Man I hate waiting for batteries to charge!
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Get ready for a long wait, if you didn't preorder the NI yet. Their initial "stock" is sold out so who knows when their second batch will be available. If u can get this tab for 380 or below, preferable low 300s (which is possible if ur lucky) pull that trigger.
There's a lot of helpful gtab folks here so you know there's support and with VS cooperating that even adds more value to this tablet.
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After reading this thread, I stopped being interested in the Notion Ink.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=868129
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I heard today for the first time that the nook Color was able to be rooted and was super happy since I could run Kindle on it.
Then I found xda and read about the G Tablet. At this price point for the hardware involved, I will be stopping after work tomorrow to grab one then head back here for some custom ROM action.
Super excited to see a solid form factor in an Android Tablet. When I first saw the G Tablet in the Sunday paper, I initially shrugged it off as another "not ready for prime time" tablet. While I guess it technically is, this community has taken it places!
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+1, without all of the great work here, and VS support, no way would I have ever considered these, now I have 2.....
hey guys i recently bought the Viewsonic G Tablet, and i'm probably gonna take it back as i am not entirely pleased with it's performance, i was wondering what you guys think is the best tablet out there right now, excluding the Ipad, as i am not down with apple! thanks guys, and if there is a thread already dedicated to this topic i am sorry, the search function would not work for me. any and all input is greatly appreciated.
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hey guys i recently bought the Viewsonic G Tablet, and i'm probably gonna take it back as i am not entirely pleased with it's performance, i was wondering what you guys think is the best tablet out there right now, excluding the Ipad, as i am not down with apple! thanks guys, and if there is a thread already dedicated to this topic i am sorry, the search function would not work for me. any and all input is greatly appreciated.
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Whats wrong with the gtablet? Did you try installing a custom rom on it like CM? I'm actually planning on getting the gtablet because I think its the best thing out there right now for the price.
well it's nice don't get me wrong, but before i invest permanently in this device i just want to make sure there isn't anything better out there. I would like to own a device with a little more developemnt on it already, I'm not sure if i'm expecting to much, but like i said, just want to make sure, i like to "test drive" multiple devices before making a commitment. yes i've tried the tnt lite and the vegan.
The xoom that is coming out looks to be very good, but might be expensive. The asus tablets also look promising. I have heard good things about the Adam but its hard to get and thus expensive. If you like 7inch screens the nook color has a great dev team but the hardware is very low end.
If I was u I'd rather take it back and wait till the Xoom comes out. I have sold my Gtab last week as I am saving money for the Xoom
yeah the xoom looks amazing but 1: I refuse to pay a monthly data plan for a tablet when i already have one for my phone, that's dumb. and 2: I read that the xoom will be $800 and I also believe that that is dumb, i really don't want to pay more then right around $400....
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i think acer is a good choice , and the price of it is lower than others
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i havent seen acer tabs, even on their website.
got links?
i looked all last night for options
the xoom looks ok, but like people said - no wifi only and 800$??!?! wtf??
adam looks alright.. but its running 2.2.... i dont just want a bigger phone
so i searched around and looked at the asus ones coming out. and i think that is where my cash is going to go.
http://reviews.cnet.com/tablets/asus-eee-pad-slider/4505-3126_7-34467849.html
A coworker ordered his and received it yesterday. Im waiting for mine from woot.
He put tnt on it and we are both not impressed. We scanned through all the youtube vids and forums researching this tablet peior. He went with tnt 4.3.2. Hes sending it back and will just wait for an ipad 2 for more money. He was definitely not happy.
Now I'm a little skeptical about it but plan on putting Vegan on mine.
The screen in landscape was bearable but portrait just sucked.
Maybe he did something wrong but it just didn't feel as responsive as an ipad 1 or even the Xoom I messed at BB.
Any tips for when I get might mine tomorrow?
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I would recommend trying several modded ROMs here - they all have their pros and cons. VEGAn is a big favorite, for example.
The screen in portrait is a problem, I agree. The screen angles are bad and in portrait the slightest tilt is a major difference - a modded ROM really can't fix that.
not sure of your expectations! !
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A coworker ordered his and received it yesterday. Im waiting for mine from woot.
He put tnt on it and we are both not impressed. We scanned through all the youtube vids and forums researching this tablet peior. He went with tnt 4.3.2. Hes sending it back and will just wait for an ipad 2 for more money. He was definitely not happy.
Now I'm a little skeptical about it but plan on putting Vegan on mine.
The screen in landscape was bearable but portrait just sucked.
Maybe he did something wrong but it just didn't feel as responsive as an ipad 1 or even the Xoom I messed at BB.
Any tips for when I get might mine tomorrow?
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If you researched this tablet and these forums you would know that the screen is not a "great" screen that fact has been well documented and any Rom you flash is not 100% perfect as they are a constant work in progress. Fact is the roms are lightyears ahead of the stock and are getting better all the time!! If you want the ability to explore and expand??? enjoy!!!! if you want a good performing closed end experience then head on over to Fruit of the loom! !!!
+1 for VEGAn. been using their latest with quite a few widgets on the main screen. snappy response, no noticeable lag. i should point out that i only use the main home screen in landscape mode. in fact, i rarely ever use the tablet in portrait.
Vegan is good but if you want an ipad buy an ipad. If you want a xoom buy a xoom. If you want a very versitile and cheep tablet with top of the line technology running the android platform then the gtablet is perfect. Do us a favor though, when you decide you don't want it sell it here. Many of us would jump at the chance to pick up a second Gtab for what you paid for it.
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A coworker ordered his and received it yesterday. Im waiting for mine from woot.
He put tnt on it and we are both not impressed. We scanned through all the youtube vids and forums researching this tablet peior. He went with tnt 4.3.2. Hes sending it back and will just wait for an ipad 2 for more money. He was definitely not happy.
Now I'm a little skeptical about it but plan on putting Vegan on mine.
The screen in landscape was bearable but portrait just sucked.
Maybe he did something wrong but it just didn't feel as responsive as an ipad 1 or even the Xoom I messed at BB.
Any tips for when I get might mine tomorrow?
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Yeah... I have a tip, keep an open mind. I myself like tnt lite, actually running 5.0(without problems thx roe!!!!!). Love the speed and the ability and freedom this tab has. Is it perfect? No, has it replaced my laptop for everything, no, but 90% of my casual usage is on my gtab, actually typing this on it right now. The usb host and expandability with an sdm are a big deal to me and no itunes....
Yep, if you don't want to tinker and just want something that "works" out of the box then iPad is a great choice.
A lot of people wanted a tablet for an inexpensive price and something to mess around with an learn from which the gTab excels at.
Hopefully you'll be able to return/resell the unit and find something a little more appropriate for what you expected to buy for $285.
If you want the best then don't pay $300 on WOOT. They don't put products on there because they are top of the line and the best.
You are all right and I agree.
I was looking for something inexpensive but with good hardware. I will keep an open mind about it.
I do favor. Portrait mode because I can type alot faster with the 2 thumbs than with a few fingers in landscape. Galaxy tab was perfect width for in portrait.
I mostly surf web, pay bills online. But was thinking of using that office suite from the gadam.
And if did decide to sell, I'd put it up here for what I paid. Everyone knows what the woot deal was.
It looks like launcher pro is the go to home screen. Any opinions on Go Lauancher as this is what I like on my Evo. Or that new Spb shell.
Thanks all, I will follow the guides here.
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Let me clarify one thing. I think you made a good purchase. The Gtab is an exciting little dev device. Lots of flexibility to make user defined changes.
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You are all right and I agree.
I was looking for something inexpensive but with good hardware. I will keep an open mind about it.
I do favor. Portrait mode because I can type alot faster with the 2 thumbs than with a few fingers in landscape. Galaxy tab was perfect width for in portrait.
I mostly surf web, pay bills online. But was thinking of using that office suite from the gadam.
And if did decide to sell, I'd put it up here for what I paid. Everyone knows what the woot deal was.
It looks like launcher pro is the go to home screen. Any opinions on Go Lauancher as this is what I like on my Evo. Or that new Spb shell.
Thanks all, I will follow the guides here.
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I would recommend using thumb keyboard.
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Any tips for when I get might mine tomorrow?
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For the screen noting, but you could use it to knock-out an apple fanboy and steal his ipad... but beware, the ipad are tough too...
For keyboard is an using SwiftKey beta for tablets with the split setting for keyboard so you can use your thumbs in landscape
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If you researched this tablet and these forums you would know that the screen is not a "great" screen that fact has been well documented and any Rom you flash is not 100% perfect as they are a constant work in progress. Fact is the roms are lightyears ahead of the stock and are getting better all the time!! If you want the ability to explore and expand??? enjoy!!!! if you want a good performing closed end experience then head on over to Fruit of the loom! !!!
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Funny you caught me by surprise with that one. Or he will look manly with a Fisherprice tablet push one of those button-like icons and it's playskool.
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Do us a favor though, when you decide you don't want it sell it here. Many of us would jump at the chance to pick up a second Gtab for what you paid for it.
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+1
I just received a couple yesterday afternoon. Even with the bad viewing angles and alpha stock OS, I would buy a third.
I can only imagine (hopefully when, not if) an update is applied.
Congratulations viewsonic, my deepest appreciation xda dev/folks and thanks to woot.
I also wanted to return my G tablet ... I really didnt install anything though , I then said what the hell I like the customization of a G tab worst case scenario I can return it and buy a iPad2 ( I bought the G tab at tigerdirect store locally). I installed Vegan 5.1 / clockwork Mod and was sorta not impressed still . Not till I went to MetroPCS to pay my phone bill did I fall in love with the tablet the MetroPCS employee saw it and new abit more than I did he uploaded a few videos for me , showed me a few cool things it does also let me tagg on to the MetroPCS wifi and DL apps he registered my tab into the android market. I would say get someone abit more familiar with a tablet than a noobie ....
Current running
Clockwork Mod
Vegan 5.1.1
Launcher Pro
Vegan tron Theme ( super geeky )
http://www.youtube.com/user/amusedkiddtwh#p/u/3/BVioV-ankqM (dated video)
My g tab looks pretty alright to me (screen issues wise). I did put a matte protector on it though.
I'm having problems adjusting to the screen too but I've only had mine for a few days. The rom that comes stock is complete trash though. I'm not sure why veteran owners are recommending keep it stock because that would totally deteriorate anyone's ability to be happy with this device. After installing vegan it's really a night and day difference and very functional device.
I only wish the screen wasn't so bad. It's especially difficult looking at the beautiful screen on my phone then struggling once I pick this thing up.
I was going to use it to read comics and books but trying out portrait mode, it's a no go. I might end up selling it here as well but I'll play with it for a week or so before deciding. I've tried Vegan, CM7 RC3, and the gAdam roms. They are definitely much better than stock but the screen is a real killer. Though I'll be honest, I did not buy it with high hopes anyway so all the cons weren't at all a surprise to me.
I'm looking at geting a tablet and was going to get a tf101 with dock, then along comes the prime....
The question is would I see that much of a difference to warrant the extra £100 and wait for a prime? or do I get a tf101 now?
it'll be primarily used for web surfing, email and the odd doc here and there.....
Hi tthew.
I had the exact same question about 4 weeks ago. I went for the TF101 cause I am the type of person that cant wait. To be honest, I love it to bits. Yeah there are some things that could be better, and a couple of niggles, but nothing to worry about really. I am glad I got mine and haven't looked back.
There is also the ICS update coming soon, so we are led to believe which hopefully will make this badboy even better.
I tried the whole rooting thing, but ended up having trouble when I restared my TF101, but since going back to stock, no probs at all. (Maybe it was just me and my device, I don't know)
If you want a tablet now, go with the TF101, if you can wait and are prepared to spend the extra, then wait.
Seg
Cheers Seg
I kind think i am going to go for the tf101, like you I'm a "I want it now" kind of guy....
plus after reading a few of the reviews the extra benefit of the new chipset seems to come in gaming etc. and I dont reckon I'll be doing much of that on it....
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Cheers Seg
I kind think i am going to go for the tf101, like you I'm a "I want it now" kind of guy....
plus after reading a few of the reviews the extra benefit of the new chipset seems to come in gaming etc. and I dont reckon I'll be doing much of that on it....
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You will be suprised just how many games you will play m8. The games on these look absolutely brilliant. I know the TF201 will be better for gaming, but still, if you are a casual gamer, then they still look and play great. Check out Riptide.
You won't be dissapointed with the TF101, well, I aren't anyway.
Hope you enjoy as much as me m8.
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Hello Community
I come to you today in dire need of some advice/help PLEASE.
I know it comes down to me but I feel I had to do this to assist me in a decision that has to made possibly withing a few hours. So Im askng for your help in a short time. Im not 100% sure I have to make it today but Im pretty sure, I might have 48 extra hrs but i wont know that until a little later on. My hopes are high that when the time comes You all will have helped in making my decision a little easier.
Ok.
Here is a quick overview.
I love the tech game. In the last few years Iv grown more and more fond of it. Love phones tablets Android. Gaming I would put below the others only because I havent had a system in a few years. Not because I didnt want a game system, whether it was money or i was into something else, I just never found myself buying one lately.
I never had a PS3 or an XBOX. last system was the Ps2 and i got rid of it a few Xmas's ago because I was not playing it. But now the PS3 and the 360 are out there and I can feel a 'want; for one of those systems to play online,to enjoy everything they have to offer.
I also want that Note2 BAD. it looks so sick,
Right now I have the GalaxyNexus(vzw)32gb. a Nexus7 16gb and a Kindle Fire Hd coming for xmas
The phone is perfectly fine. Its only 6 months old. Im being perfectly honest when i say I have a phone that does all i need it to, I one of if not the best 7inch tab out right and I have a 3rd coming. Would all this tell me I dont need another phone/tablet? YES. But im also telling my self that if I get the Note2,IT WILL BE A REPLACEMENT FOR ALL 3 OF THOSE DEVICES! AND I CAN SELL THEM!
I just dont know what to do. I am THE WORST when it comes to making decisions like this, Ill make a decision then ALWAYS second guess myself after.
btw I didnt know this until recently, I was planning on paying 289 or 299, however much the main carriers are selling it for but I see thats its $178 some places
then, if I decide to go with a system and not the phone, i wont know which one to get. LOL I know im terrible.:fingers-crossed::fingers-crossed:
So guys if you can shed ANY light at all on my situation, I would appreciate SO SO much.:fingers-crossed::fingers-crossed:
thanks for taking the time to read. :fingers-crossed::fingers-crossed::fingers-crossed:
Thanks XDA...
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