They were also responsible for this cringe worthy, sexist campaign from last year. Between that the defective touch screens and their invite system they are a really weird company.
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Android |OT5| The Sonic Cycle
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Because if you're not first you're last, right? Oh give me a break.
Still a solid-ass device. My dad literally picked one up yesterday and he loves it so far.
I'm sure it slipped out of his hands seconds later =P
Even though no one here cares about Android tablets, I don't care and I'm still going to talk about this:
Zen Pad 8 ($200): http://www.bestbuy.com/site/asus-ze...lack/7650139.p?id=1219681450081&skuId=7650139
http://www.anandtech.com/show/9304/asus-announces-two-new-zenpad-tablets
So I'd imagine that this is really the Nexus 7 killer. My Nexus 7 screen is dead, so I'm definitely looking for a replacement with a slightly bigger screen and great performance for the price. Don't think I will buy that version, but I'd rather wait for the other version which looks BEAST and hopefully they will have on Amazon soon. Hopefully it's just $100 more:
https://www.asus.com/Tablets/ASUS_ZenPad_S_80_Z580CA/
http://www.gsmarena.com/asus_zenpad_s_8_0_z580c-7366.php
I would expect performance to be similar to the Dell Venue 8, except with the bonus of 4 GB of RAM: http://www.engadget.com/2015/03/23/dell-venue-8-7000-review/
I may have to wait to see what Exynos processor they throw in the Galaxy Tab S, but I know that the Galaxy S Tab is probably going to launch at $400, so likely more expensive.
There's also the possibility of Nvidia launching a SHIELD Tablet successor, which is pretty much the best bang for buck Android tablet. The thought of a tablet with a modified X1 chip inside is crazy because of how it's performance would easily annihilate everything including the iPad Air 2 and maybe the Air 3.
The only questionable thing on these Asus devices will be battery life. The Dell Venue above did really well clocking in at 12 hours, so I be happy if these achieved at least 80% of that.
Any thoughts?
EDIT: Oh shit, we made it brehs. $300 launch price for the better version - http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1168906-REG/asus_z580ca_c1_bk_64gb_z580ca_c1_zenpad_s.html
Zen Pad 8 ($200): http://www.bestbuy.com/site/asus-ze...lack/7650139.p?id=1219681450081&skuId=7650139
http://www.anandtech.com/show/9304/asus-announces-two-new-zenpad-tablets
So I'd imagine that this is really the Nexus 7 killer. My Nexus 7 screen is dead, so I'm definitely looking for a replacement with a slightly bigger screen and great performance for the price. Don't think I will buy that version, but I'd rather wait for the other version which looks BEAST and hopefully they will have on Amazon soon. Hopefully it's just $100 more:
https://www.asus.com/Tablets/ASUS_ZenPad_S_80_Z580CA/
http://www.gsmarena.com/asus_zenpad_s_8_0_z580c-7366.php
I would expect performance to be similar to the Dell Venue 8, except with the bonus of 4 GB of RAM: http://www.engadget.com/2015/03/23/dell-venue-8-7000-review/
I may have to wait to see what Exynos processor they throw in the Galaxy Tab S, but I know that the Galaxy S Tab is probably going to launch at $400, so likely more expensive.
There's also the possibility of Nvidia launching a SHIELD Tablet successor, which is pretty much the best bang for buck Android tablet. The thought of a tablet with a modified X1 chip inside is crazy because of how it's performance would easily annihilate everything including the iPad Air 2 and maybe the Air 3.
The only questionable thing on these Asus devices will be battery life. The Dell Venue above did really well clocking in at 12 hours, so I be happy if these achieved at least 80% of that.
Any thoughts?
EDIT: Oh shit, we made it brehs. $300 launch price for the better version - http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1168906-REG/asus_z580ca_c1_bk_64gb_z580ca_c1_zenpad_s.html
SolidSnakeUS
Member
If it's very good and better than the $200 one, then $300 would be a steal. Most of the hardware is kind of amazing for $300 though.
Most dads have questionable phones, yes.
What do you think about the phone?
And that's a sign of abysmal QA. It shouldn't have been there it in the first place, they shouldn't have denied it nor should it have taken months to correct that defect.
That is true but theirs just seemed extremely susceptible to it, the plastic was extremely soft.
Everything I've read about their CS is still the same now as it was at launch. It's a total disgrace. The numerous issues with the touchscreen was the epitome of this.
I know you think OnePlus can do no wrong but they're a shit company putting out substandard hardware, with fans thinking that because they're new and the phones are cheap they should be given a pass. They should be held to the same standard we'd hold any other company.
And each 'fix' just brings more problems. They're cunts.
x1 is too power hungry and runs too hot to be in a tablet. They'd have to scale back quite a bit.
Manmademan
Member
I'm interested in the Zenpad S. Have been looking for something to replace the transformer prime for some time.
Jazzy Network
Member
2GB ram....
-Pyromaniac-
Member
Meh. I think OP bit off more than they can chew their first time around. I wouldn't write them off yet. This time will show if they execute on lessons learned at all or not. That's what counts.
Bboy AJ
My dog was murdered by a 3.5mm audio port and I will not rest until the standard is dead
Thanks for this post. My N10, a real trooper, is just way too slow for me these days. I need to replace it but N9 was a major bust. I hate Asus but there are no better Android tablet options.
Samsung bruh.
BoboBrazil
Member
Yeah, they definitely weren't expecting the success they received with the first phone. They released a damn good phone for their first try in my opinion and there are a lot more that are happy with theirs too judging by the thread on the phone here.
I think the big question about 2 will be the software. I think it will be better moving away from Cyanogen. MKBHD seems stoked about the OnePlus 2 also and he has seen it. I will support them again, because they are shaking up the industry with what they offer for the price and anything that removes ridiculous margins from phones is good in my eyes.
pluginbaby121
Member
Gota LG G4 yesterday. For the most part I like it but battery seems middling. It's good and bad depending. Wondering if a lot of it's Facebook. Don't use it a lot but I've heard it wreaka havok in the background although I always closeout. So far seems a bit better than my garbage S5 battery wise but we shall see. What's some good ways to improve battery life beyond screen and closing apps out?
Jazzy Network
Member
It also lacks Wi-fi ac which is a huge deal for me. 200 bucks or not, that's a deal breaker.
I really only care about the better version for $300 which has that, but the lack of that probably wouldn't be a deal breaker for me if I wanted the $200 version. One thing I'm beginning to realize is that these tablets are likely going to have really shitty battery life based on Nokia N1s (uses the same chip set) and based on the Zenphones average performance by today's standards. This really sucks.
Also, I'm not entirely sure if Nvidia is going to end up even launching a new Nvidia Tablet this year. The discussion here summarizes why:
https://www.reddit.com/r/theNvidiaShield/comments/30aem5/should_i_wait_for_the_shield_tablet_2/
But then again all Shield tablets are out of stock at all stores and its been discontinued..
The Galaxy Tab S 2 better launch with the exynos 7240 so that there is at least a higher end option for those who desire it.
SolidSnakeUS
Member
It sucks that the Nvidia Shield is discontinued. I really wanted one before my vacation. I still may try for the 4GB RAM Asus Zenpad one. Looks very good for the price. Any indication of when the 4GB RAM version should be out?
Have you gone into the Facebook app and turned off all push notifications? Facebook Lite is another option.
BoboBrazil
Member
Dispute through PayPal if it has been under 6 months.
Unfortunately PayPal is the only option. There's no point even trying to RMA with them. They'll probably try to shift the blame onto you for breaking it too.
LonelyGreyWolf
Banned
Depends on the country and what kind of damage it is though. Inside the EU the company has to prove that it was the user whose at fault (and not the other way around), which can be very difficult for the company.
pluginbaby121
Member
I did do that before but just deleted it altogether. For the amount I use it I'll just view it on the browser. Messenger is staying though as that's the only way I can communicate with my one friend. I've used 25% of battery since 7:15 this morning with decent use such as texting, one quick game of puzzle quest, and some browsing.
BoboBrazil
Member
I actually prefer the PayPal method. You can get full refund and just send the phone back and then buy another.
-Pyromaniac-
Member
You guys may have discussed this already but I was just going over the Android M Preview 2 update and I'm glad they backtracked on that app drawer ASAP. That design wasn't really symmetrical and it made no sense. Now it looks normal. Don't really care that it's vertical.
They are apparently waiting for more 16GB stock so they can send out a new one to use. They setup a paypal of £100 for us to pay.
And pay for the postage to return the phone, and postage when you buy a new one.
PayPal shouldn't be your customer service channel.
To pay for what?
My sister dropped it and smashed the screen. Accidental damage isn't covered, so they said it was £100 to get it sorted.
Jigolo
Member
Backtracked? Nothing is/was final. I'm glad they modified it again but that doesn't mean it won't be changed again before the actual release.
-Pyromaniac-
Member
well of course nothing was final but they put it in there, they tested it internally and obviously thought it was good enough to put out there to the public.....who obviously clearly rejected it because it was goddamn horrible. I can't believe it even got buy internal taste testing.
Yes DP1 had no issues with them. After the update my messages don't send. I can receive them sometimes, but even that seems janky. I might roll back tbh.
Might hold off on DP2 then.
poppabk
Cheeks Spread for Digital Only Future
Did you get your second battery with charger? That will at least alleviate any battery issues. I would go into google account settings and deactivate sync for anything you dont use. I was experiencing major drain due to 23 snaps, which is a Facebook like app, that was needlessly checking location regularly. I would also disable as much of your carrier bloat as possible through the application manager, or if you are feeling brave the debloater program on xda.
Use the auto brightness set at a lower level if you aren't already.
brotkasten
Member
Where the hell is the next Moto 360?
August announcement with the phone.
Baroquemantic
Member
No headphone jack and no USB data transfer on that Turing phone would make it a non starter for me if I were actually interested.
The fingerprint reader on the side makes sense though. In fact, I think the side or back of the phone are far better places to put it compared to the bottom bezel like on the iPhones and Galaxies, especially since most phones are quite large these days.
The fingerprint reader on the side makes sense though. In fact, I think the side or back of the phone are far better places to put it compared to the bottom bezel like on the iPhones and Galaxies, especially since most phones are quite large these days.
Like the comment says, give it 64gb of RAM, won't make a difference till Sammy pulls their head out of their ass and fixes the RAM usage issues with TouchWiz.
Baroquemantic
Member
Ah, that's what it reminded me of! I've been sitting here wondering why it looked so familiar.
The only difference will be the curved screen?