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So I was just curious if anyone was going to develop for the new Google TV getting ready to get released? I definitely want to get one.
Also, will it work like the cell phones? Will it be possible to tweak your tv or add custom settings anything? I don't know much about it, but I was curious.

This is the first time hear about Google TV

Yes, you can either buy the stand alone box or the Sony TV with it built in.
www.Google.com/tv
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I read that you will be able to control your Google TV set or box or whatever with your Android handset or iPhone.

Yup, they are supposed to simultaneously release the remote control app and the TV.
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I got the logitech box today. Pretty sucky documentaion other than getting the thing hooked to the tv. I've been poking around in it for an hour or so. Im digging it I must say, and it has alot of potential. I just think they should have released the market at the same time with it.

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I got the logitech box today. Pretty sucky documentaion other than getting the thing hooked to the tv. I've been poking around in it for an hour or so. Im digging it I must say, and it has alot of potential. I just think they should have released the market at the same time with it.
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if you look for Logitech Harmony in the android market.... thats what you need to control your logitech revue.... i have the sony one.. and i just got the BD remote off the market but havent been home to try it yet.

Best Buy...
Stopped into Best Buy before work and picked up the Logitech unit.
Connected it to the DISH box.
And there is a fee to use DISH with Google TV.
Will play around with it some more after work...

How much are the boxes? And how much is the Sony TV?
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cellfreak said:
Stopped into Best Buy before work and picked up the Logitech unit.
Connected it to the DISH box.
And there is a fee to use DISH with Google TV.
Will play around with it some more after work...
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Wow no kidding.. How much is the fee?

supchaka said:
I got the logitech box today. Pretty sucky documentaion other than getting the thing hooked to the tv. I've been poking around in it for an hour or so. Im digging it I must say, and it has alot of potential. I just think they should have released the market at the same time with it.
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Yeah I think we all do, but I guess the problem is probably that currently it doesn't live up to the requirements for being a *real* Android device (no GPS for instance).
And if Google were starting to make exceptions to the requirements for their own sake, it might very all make a lot of producers angry, all asking why they couldn't have an exception as well.
For 2.3 (or 3.0) they could write a different set of rules.

Hi
does anybody know if the logitech revue will work in australia with a simple power adapter or will it require something more
and will it work with Austar (pay tv service) or will it need support like dish network?
i refuse to wait the extra 3 months for the aussie release, cause apparently Oz is still a third world country
Thanks
RellikZephyr

Any news about when the android update is coming to google tv?

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Any news about when the android update is coming to google tv?
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"later this year" and "summer" are the only responses I have seen
Rellikzephyr
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RellikZephyr said:
"later this year" and "summer" are the only responses I have seen
Rellikzephyr
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Any dates yet?

brown71576 said:
Any dates yet?
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No, that is all they are saying
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I want to get one google tv so hard, its just sad in my country it probaly cost 3x the US price plus will late a lot to arrive. Brazil is just shame sometimes.

HP Touchpad price dropping to $99/$149 tomorrow!

Hey guys I saw no slickdeals that the price of the HP Touchpad is dropping 300 bucks tomorrow cause they dropped it! I called to confirm and its true, I bought 3 for the full price and they 100% guaranteed that I would be given credit when the price adjust tomorrow at 7AM EST.
Heres the Slickdeals thread:
http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?t=3220862
You can either wait till tomorrow for the price drop or call in right now and pay full price and have it adjusted tomorrow morning. Some are saying the new price is live for the Academic shop but some people can't see it with .edu email addresses.
I have played with the tab in a store and I have to say for $99 this is one Hell of a steal.
Good luck.

Wow. I was expecting a liquidation, but this is remarkable. For browsing the web and random Document editing, this is an amazing price!
Does anyone know the hackability of this device? Do you think that, despite discontinuation, that the app market might become at least respectable (with xda involvement)?

yoyomonk said:
Wow. I was expecting a liquidation, but this is remarkable. For browsing the web and random Document editing, this is an amazing price!
Does anyone know the hackability of this device? Do you think that, despite discontinuation, that the app market might become at least respectable (with xda involvement)?
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I don't know about the hackability but I'll tell you this tab handles flash like a boss. Its the only one I've seen that can do 1080p youtube without a hitch. And I dunno, they are killing off the touchpad itself but they want to keep webOS alive, I don't really know what that means for webOS on the tab.

Think we can get android on this?

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Think we can get android on this?
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Uh, I've heard that someone is making progress with ubuntu but I've seen nothing on android. And its probably not gonna happen for all I know cause isn't honeycomb based on tegra?

So I can just buy this to just surf the internet? If so, I am ready to buy a couple.

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So I can just buy this to just surf the internet? If so, I am ready to buy a couple.
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Yep, and its pretty dam smooth while browsing too.

Looks like I'll be buying one of these.

Is this only through slickdeals or is this hp's doing?
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I'm torn between buying it or not. If an android port was confirmed to be possible and in the works, I'd definitely buy one.

**** 100 for a dual core 10 inch tablet it's on like donkey Kong.
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Thank you for the information I'll keep this in mind

Does anyone know what stores have lowered the price? I've been checking the usual suspect's websites and they haven't updated yet. I'd rather walk into a brick and mortar place to get it though. I don't want to wait for shipping if I don't absolutely have to.
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Does anyone know what stores have lowered the price? I've been checking the usual suspect's websites and they haven't updated yet. I'd rather walk into a brick and mortar place to get it though. I don't want to wait for shipping if I don't absolutely have to.
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Target and amazon both had it but they sold out in minutes. I don't know but maybe bestbuy might have it tomorrow, I say this because Bestbuy Canada had the $100 price online.

dreadlord369 said:
Uh, I've heard that someone is making progress with ubuntu but I've seen nothing on android. And its probably not gonna happen for all I know cause isn't honeycomb based on tegra?
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Honeycomb has been ported to the galaxy s line, galaxy tab and evo... Probably more too, I think Nook. So... Maybe it's possible?
*might* have to get one of these... If I can afford it
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I'm DEFINITELY buying one and I'm sure ICS can be ported to it when the time comes since the source will be released for it. This is a SNAPDRAGON QUALCOMM CPU and GPU and HTC uses that for their CPU/GPUs so I don't see why it's not possible, someone would have to write a kernel from scratch though to make it smoother, just like how the HD2 has Android, but it's not perfect since it's not using it's own kernel. If someone actually takes the time to unlock the bootloader(if it isn't already unlocked) and write up a kernel for it and port ICS to it, this tablet can be badass ;D $99 Android Tablet with ICS pl0x.

Oxirane said:
Honeycomb has been ported to the galaxy s line, galaxy tab and evo... Probably more too, I think Nook. So... Maybe it's possible?
*might* have to get one of these... If I can afford it
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Cool, that sounds awesome!
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I'm DEFINITELY buying one and I'm sure ICS can be ported to it when the time comes since the source will be released for it. This is a SNAPDRAGON QUALCOMM CPU and GPU and HTC uses that for their CPU/GPUs so I don't see why it's not possible, someone would have to write a kernel from scratch though to make it smoother, just like how the HD2 has Android, but it's not perfect since it's not using it's own kernel. If someone actually takes the time to unlock the bootloader(if it isn't already unlocked) and write up a kernel for it and port ICS to it, this tablet can be badass ;D $99 Android Tablet with ICS pl0x.
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Might wanna do it soon, the 16gb just went out of stock.

Damn, and 2wks ago, i just bought my daughter a 7" 4GB android 2.3.3 Coby tab for 180$ !!!!! Damn damn damn damn.
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Got one for $90. I mean, at that point I couldn't resist. Heck, at worst I feel like if I use it, dont like it, I can still flip it for a tiny profit on craigslist or ebay.
Im really hoping for an android port. The specs on this tab are actually quite good. Im probably going to end up keeping it regardless. I'll probably just end up using it for bedside web-browsing, movies, and music.
There's a killing to be made by porting android to this thing. thousands of people just picked up this thing on slickdeals (there are literally over 11k browsing right now). I know tons are willing to donate (im good for 10$-20$ myself depending on quality and progress)
Looking forward to a touchpad xda forum soon

Sutitan said:
Got one for $90. I mean, at that point I couldn't resist. Heck, at worst I feel like if I use it, dont like it, I can still flip it for a tiny profit on craigslist or ebay.
Im really hoping for an android port. The specs on this tab are actually quite good. Im probably going to end up keeping it regardless. I'll probably just end up using it for bedside web-browsing, movies, and music.
There's a killing to be made by porting android to this thing. thousands of people just picked up this thing on slickdeals (there are literally over 11k browsing right now). I know tons are willing to donate (im good for 10$-20$ myself depending on quality and progress)
Looking forward to a touchpad xda forum soon
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How did you get it for $90? I should say "where?" On slickdeals, itself?
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New iPad in the house

My wife has never embraced anything in the technological realm but when all her girlfriends started getting iPads, she felt like she was missing something and decided to climb on board. I actually encouraged this because I knew that she would become addicted to the usefulness of a tablet in very short time. That would bring an end to the evil looks I get every time I pick up a new toy such as my GTab.
We picked up the New iPad today. I compared it side by side to the iPad 2 and while the screen was better, I did not see a huge improvement in everyday usage. Sure, movies and photos looked a little better but all the other apps displayed about the same to me.
This is our family's first iPad so a lot of this stuff is new to me. On the negetive side, it is clear that the closed environment that defines Apple makes things a lot less fun and can be limiting, On the other hand, I have to admit that this thing is smooth as silk. Even better, it integrates with other Apple devices easily and seamlessly. We both have iPhones so sending free texts and making Facetime video phone call between the phones and the iPad is really easy and fun. I did not realize that you could make free video calls between Apple devices without using any 3G data as long as both devices are hooked up to WIFI. Very cool.
It will be a while before I can provide a real comparison between the New iPad and my GT 10.1 but I do have some first impressions. One thing that Apple has always been able to provide is a useful device that simply works... period. The new iPad is no exception.
On the other hand, some of the apps that I rely on all the time, such as a GPS app that does not require a 3G connection, are not currently available for the iPad. If you have a WIFI only device and cannot use it as a GPS, that is a big negetive.
Also on the negetive side is how the New iPad heats up while in use. This device will absolutely require a case on the back side to dissipate the heat. It is unclear to me at this point if the different form factor will produce a less enjoyable viewing experience for movies and for reading ebooks but the shape is certainly something that sets the iPad apart from the GTab.
More later.
Bob

no SIRI on ipad3 either.
How stupid
Apple does SUCH a good job at building the hardware & providing software updates. But sucks in terms of OPEN-ness.
Samsung cant even get ANYONE ICS. phone or pad. its turning into a giant joke

I've had a few mobile Apple devices before, and they are indeed smooth as silk. I personally wish Android was just as smooth, not because I care, but because that's how average users judge a device. (not really sure why)
In my opinion much more people would choose Android over Apple if the animations were stripped out, and they made their decision purely based on the features given. The only thing I ever liked about Apple was how you could keep your devices in sync, but now that Google Play is out Google gains a win in that category as well. (keep in mind I hate iTunes, it's a POS on Windows)
iPads are pretty entertaining though, I've seen some people pick them up just so they can swipe between homescreens. lol

Umm, maybe post this in an Apple forum?
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SaneinOne said:
Umm, maybe post this in an Apple forum?
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I think you missed the point. I love my GTab and now have the new iPad to compare it to. There is lots to like about the new iPad but I am keeping my GTab. This is just an educational post.
Bob

We don't have an Apple forum
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dsafety said:
I think you missed the point. I love my GTab and now have the new iPad to compare it to. There is lots to like about the new iPad but I am keeping my GTab. This is just an educational post.
Bob
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I had been wondering how it'd compare... Thanks for the thread.
Just curious, how does the 10.1 display fare against the "revolutionary" ipad3 display?
ICS will soon be rolling out for the 10.1 and it will be as smooth as butter~
Currently running ICS on my GS2, it is amazing - as smooth as IOS but alot faster!
Currently on the 10.1v which is running on normal TFT LCD, im thinking of comparing it with the the 10.1 PLS/IPS LCDs... it's a great tab but i just feel deprived of pretty colours...

Thanks for the comparison. Apple makes good products, and they certainly have the marketing down.
I thought this was kind of funny.
http://gizmodo.com/5894094/we-people-an-ipad-2-told-them-it-was-the-new-ipad-and-they-loved-it

SnowWaltz said:
I had been wondering how it'd compare... Thanks for the thread.
Just curious, how does the 10.1 display fare against the "revolutionary" ipad3 display?
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I know that the iPad screen is better but the GTab is still pretty darn good. Based on my observations, the GTab screen is probably somewhere between the older and new iPad. Please keep in mind that there is no noticeable difference until you get into viewing photos or high-def movies.
If it were me, I would not have spent the extra money for the New Ipad, choosing instead to pick up a discounted older model if I had to have an iPad. I cannot see much difference between the new one and the iPad 2.With my wife, there is the "Coolness" factor to be considered so that is the direction we went.
Those of us who have gotten used to the freedom that rooted Android tablets offer can sit back and smile knowingly when the iPad fanboys and girls go all giggly about this new version. While I was forking over $540 for my wife's new toy, I asked the very helpful girl at the Apple store if there was an app for the iPad that would turn it into a GPS device that would work when not connected to WIFI or 3G. She said no and then gave me an incredulous look when I showed her the CoPilot app running on my GTab.
Apple products are great but it would be a mistake to make the assumption that they are always better than the competition. If my wife asked me to trade my GTab for her new iPad, I would have to turn her down.
Just one guy's opinion.
Bob

dsafety said:
I know that the iPad screen is better but the GTab is still pretty darn good. Based on my observations, the GTab screen is probably somewhere between the older and new iPad. Please keep in mind that there is no noticeable difference until you get into viewing photos or high-def movies.
If it were me, I would not have spent the extra money for the New Ipad, choosing instead to pick up a discounted older model if I had to have an iPad. I cannot see much difference between the new one and the iPad 2.With my wife, there is the "Coolness" factor to be considered so that is the direction we went.
Those of us who have gotten used to the freedom that rooted Android tablets offer can sit back and smile knowingly when the iPad fanboys and girls go all giggly about this new version. While I was forking over $540 for my wife's new toy, I asked the very helpful girl at the Apple store if there was an app for the iPad that would turn it into a GPS device that would work when not connected to WIFI or 3G. She said no and then gave me an incredulous look when I showed her the CoPilot app running on my GTab.
Apple products are great but it would be a mistake to make the assumption that they are always better than the competition. If my wife asked me to trade my GTab for her new iPad, I would have to turn her down.
Just one guy's opinion.
Bob
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Funny u say that
Cos im considering selling my gtab for the ipad 3 :L and yes i have tried ics on the tab, and yes its pretty awesome. But i prefer the ipads web browsing and screen. :L
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I've got a Gtab and got the new iPad on order I'll get it on Tuesday will post my thoughts on it as well later next week.
As much as I adore my Gtab its the lack of quality tablet apps presently on android that let's it down, the openness of Android is far superior than the closed eco system of iOS but jailbreaking it allows some extra useful tweaks, had an iPod touch before and jailbreaking it opened it up a little with customisation of icons and such.
Running aokp on the Gtab and it flies!
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nikzDHD said:
I've got a Gtab and got the new iPad on order I'll get it on Tuesday will post my thoughts on it as well later next week.
As much as I adore my Gtab its the lack of quality tablet apps presently on android that let's it down, the openness of Android is far superior than the closed eco system of iOS but jailbreaking it allows some extra useful tweaks, had an iPod touch before and jailbreaking it opened it up a little with customisation of icons and such.
Running aokp on the Gtab and it flies!
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Agreed
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nikzDHD said:
I've got a Gtab and got the new iPad on order I'll get it on Tuesday will post my thoughts on it as well later next week.
As much as I adore my Gtab its the lack of quality tablet apps presently on android that let's it down, the openness of Android is far superior than the closed eco system of iOS but jailbreaking it allows some extra useful tweaks, had an iPod touch before and jailbreaking it opened it up a little with customisation of icons and such.
Running aokp on the Gtab and it flies!
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Agreed
This is tempting me to an ipad aswell. Also the screen ofc
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adamski123 said:
Agreed
This is tempting me to an ipad aswell. Also the screen ofc
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If you've got Tesco credit card you can get it for 6 months interest free, done mine that way so I can always flog it in a few months and get most my money back if I get bored of it.
Will have a good play one of them will be sold either the iPad or the Gtab. I've always been a fan of Apple products as well as Android love my SGS2 and will never get an iPhone.
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nikzDHD said:
If you've got Tesco credit card you can get it for 6 months interest free, done mine that way so I can always flog it in a few months and get most my money back if I get bored of it.
Will have a good play one of them will be sold either the iPad or the Gtab. I've always been a fan of Apple products as well as Android love my SGS2 and will never get an iPhone.
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Ooh that sounds tempting. Its just getting a gd enough price for my gtab off ebay :L
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nikzDHD said:
If you've got Tesco credit card you can get it for 6 months interest free, done mine that way so I can always flog it in a few months and get most my money back if I get bored of it.
Will have a good play one of them will be sold either the iPad or the Gtab. I've always been a fan of Apple products as well as Android love my SGS2 and will never get an iPhone.
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But yeh gimme ur thoughts.
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But yeh gimme ur thoughts.
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Will do fella, eagerly awaiting a jailbreak to unlock its full potential don't think it's too far away though.
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Kindle or Nexus 7?

I've been looking at getting my dad a Kindle for his birthday. However, Google just announced the Nexus 7 which has the Kindle app in the Play Store and also has the Play Store Books and Magazines etc.
They're both around a similar price range, however the battery for the Kindle obviously is much greater than that of the Nexus 7. I don't know if he would use the extra functionality of a 7, he might use it for watching films when he travels on the plane etc though. He's never used Android before (he has some Nokia phone)
His birthday is on the 25th July. Thoughts?

no question, the nexus7.
the whole hardware is better, for the same price.
one mainpoint is the screen.
as much as i know it's a IPS display, with awsome viewing angles and colours.
the resolution is better too, this results in a better pixel density, so the fonts are much clearer than on the kindle. it supports full multitouch, not like the kindle fire.
another main point is that it is a real google product. means the Nexus7 will always be on the latest Android version. the kindle will never enjoy that support
and i don't think you have to worry about batterylife. some say it lasts 9h with screen on: who reads a book for 9h? who watches 3-5 films in a row on a tablet?
i think for the price, the Nexus7 is a much better product wich can even be compared to high priced tablets

The nexus of course!

Big time, nexus. you can do all the things you would do on a kindle and more. My favorite newest aosp support.http://forum.xda-developers.com/images/smilies/good.gif

Nexus, just because its a nexus. you get good support and fast updates. Kindle still has to add all their amazon crap before even releasing an update.

My suggestion would be Nexus 7, obviously. Price range is same not similar. Both are available for $199. Nexus 7 offer far more than what kindle fire does. Here you can compare nexus 7 and kindle fire. http://bit.ly/N2xHdZ
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plus android is not a typical OS. the UI is fluid, he will love it There's no better gift than Nexus 7. (Price is incredible).

But release dates? Would I even get it before the 25th? :-\

nexus ofcourse.
but it will be release late july,:crying:

Kindle fire 2

Nexus 7 without a doubt
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Definitly Nexus 7.
New hardware, android 4.1 full support for the same price.
Just wait, I'm waiting too

Nexus or Kindle
+1 for Nexus 7, with JB :good:

Ask him if he wants a device for only reading or if he'd like to watch movies and listen to music also. The N7 is obviously a nice device but i think the kindle is superior as a pure reader. If it's a surprise and you don't want to ask him go with the N7 since it does everything.

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Ask him if he wants a device for only reading or if he'd like to watch movies and listen to music also. The N7 is obviously a nice device but i think the kindle is superior as a pure reader. If it's a surprise and you don't want to ask him go with the N7 since it does everything.
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He doesn't know he's getting either so asking would be a giveaway for both

That's a silly question... The Kindle Fire got nothing on the Nexus 7.

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He doesn't know he's getting either so asking would be a giveaway for both
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Then like everyone is saying i'd go you the N7, your dad will love it dude.

chuckly2 said:
Then like everyone is saying i'd go you the N7, your dad will love it dude.
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Question is, will I get it before the 25th

Evostance said:
Question is, will I get it before the 25th
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I believe the release date is mid July for the UK too, so yes you should get it, just put in your pre order asap and choose the fastest shipping method.
If it doesn't come on time i'd print out a life size pic of the N7, cut it out and put it in a nice box with a card etc and give it to your dad and explain that you got the latest, greatest tablet for him but it'll take a little more time to be delivered. :good:

nexus 7!!!

Nexus 7 !!!
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Shield Tablet going to get own forum?

Is there going to be a forum dedicated to the Shield tablet or do we just ask our questions here?

Since you can only buy it from nvidia and maybe newegg right now (US at least) it may take some time before a forum is created. That being said I can almost guarantee that a forum will be started at some point. It may be worth a message to a moderator, instead of posting around this forum,as I'm willing to bet it is already in the works.
EDIT: it looks like it hits Amazon and best buy on August 18. There should be a forum by then.
Shield Tablet - shipped today
VS980 - Xdabbeb 1.2.1
TF300T - CROMBi-ok
YP-G1 - CM11/Impulse
Grouper - SOLD

places to buy the tablet are actually decently widespread. I got mine on amazon and i think bestbuy.com and gamestop.com both have them as well as newegg and nvidia.

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places to buy the tablet are actually decently widespread. I got mine on amazon and i think bestbuy.com and gamestop.com both have them as well as newegg and nvidia.
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well i am jealous of you sir. i have it in my cart right now on both amazon and best buy both saying shipping in 2-4 weeks. Luckily i was able to order it from nVidias web site. but i payed for 2 day shipping and its been 2 days =(
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Ordered mine from Amazon pre-order and got it yesterday. Its awesome and hope it gets its own forum

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well i am jealous of you sir. i have it in my cart right now on both amazon and best buy both saying shipping in 2-4 weeks. Luckily i was able to order it from nVidias web site. but i payed for 2 day shipping and its been 2 days =(
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oh sorry I misunderstood. I thought you meant just carried the tablet in general. yeah I can imagine most places are out of them xD

Mine should arrive on Monday. It's gonna be tough to wait
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Bought mine today at a GameStop...... Traded in a couple things, endede up just over $200....

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Bought mine today at a GameStop...... Traded in a couple things, endede up just over $200....
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Me too, got online and had it held at my nearest store

Got mine today. Ordered from nvidia directly. This thing its awesome and I hope it gets its own forum too! I want 4.4.4 now lol...

Can you please give some feedback for the tablet?
Like is the bezel being to long annoying?

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Can you please give some feedback for the tablet?
Like is the bezel being to long annoying?
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I really don't notice the extra length from the speakers. When I'm not gaming it is in portrait and you really don't notice it. Front facing speakers are amazing though.
It is heavier than any tablet I've used and you can feel it if you hold it up awhile. I rest it on my stomach or leg a lot. I had the Google play edition lg g pad 8.3 and this seems quite a bit heavier even.
It is hard to find flaws at this point since it is so new to me and there seem to be no imperfections for me to be annoyed at right now other than nvidia not shipping the cover yet....

Yeah if anyone finds a store with the controller or cover, please post it. I can't find anywhere to get the accessories other than the nvidia store
VS980 - Xdabbeb 1.2.1
TF300T - CROMBi-ok
YP-G1 - CM11/Impulse
Grouper - SOLD

They have the cover for same day shipping at Frys.com right now. I ordered mine yesterday and it shipped today.
I set up a stock notification for the controller at newegg, a batch came and went there yesterday.

Got mine from amazon on a pre order and received on the 31st. As other have said it is heavier than other tablets of the same size but its not a big deal. The extra length from the bezel is not really noticeable when holding the device and playing games. When you get your device there will already be an OTA update for the tablet. Once I applied that update I rooted my device by using goehot's towelroot from: https://towelroot.com/

Worth mention. I loaded Google Now Launcher (may happen stock too) and noticed any shortcut for an app that was moved to SD disappears when I reboot the tablet. I think this is an Android issue though not a issue specific to the shield tablet.
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i know that there is no right answer but , what are the chances of this device getting cyanogenmod support (as CM is mostly known for their work on snapdragons)

Has any one had issues charing to 100%. Also own forum would be great and what version of town root. Thanks.
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Has any one had issues charging to 100%. Also own forum would be great and what version of town root. Thanks.
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Cycle your battery a couple times. Drain it to zero and charge to full and repeat. I've seen this on many devices.

Forgive the attempt to get this thread back on topic, but I would like to see the Shield Tablet get it's own forum, too.
I think if NVidia markets it right, the Shield Tablet is going to sell well. It is also very attractive to the xda crowd due to it's features and specs. It may become the next "Geek Badge" (Geek Shield?). It is for me. I think it deserves it's own forum, or at least sections in this forum.