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Nexus 7 2013 |OT| No SD card edition
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Jzero
Member
Mine had slight touch screen problems but they got worse after the latest update.
rohlfinator
Member
I think it kind of depends on the issue -- most hardware problems tend to show up right away, but (for example) with the 2012 Nexus 7 the slowness bug didn't show up for me until after six months.
Any recommendations for PDF readers? I tried aldiko and the regular abobe reader, but really cant get used to them.
I would love something where I can save bookmarks and see them all on one page. As a reference, I used ibooks before for my PDF on my ipads, and really enjoyed that.
I would love something where I can save bookmarks and see them all on one page. As a reference, I used ibooks before for my PDF on my ipads, and really enjoyed that.
Battersea Power Station
Member
I think you can do all that with Amazon Kindle, and it works pretty well. Haven't done it in a while though since I rarely have the need.
Deadly Cyclone
Pride of Iowa State
Got my LTE Nexus 7 finally!
Question though, it came with the T-Mobile Sim card and everything, but no instructions on how to activate it on other carriers. Do I have to go into Verizon and add it somehow and get a Verizon Sim?
Question though, it came with the T-Mobile Sim card and everything, but no instructions on how to activate it on other carriers. Do I have to go into Verizon and add it somehow and get a Verizon Sim?
The Faceless Master
Member
yes.
well, you can SIM swap if your Verizon phone uses the same size SIM but then you won't get calls...
Deadly Cyclone
Pride of Iowa State
Out of curiosity does the Sim itself have to support 4G? I have an old Droid X with a Verizon Sim but that wasn't a 4g phone. If I use that Sim would I get 4g just fine?
Also its supposed to be $10 a month to add a tablet on your plane but if I use an old Sim would they know?
The Faceless Master
Member
yeah, it has to be an LTE SIM
Deadly Cyclone
Pride of Iowa State
Ah alright. I've read reports that Verizon doesn't have the 7 in their system yet and won't give you a Sim, so I'm a bit worried there. I'll have to stop in.
Is this through asus?
Deadly Cyclone
Pride of Iowa State
So what wireless charger works best for the 7? Also any good sleeves for backpack travel?
I bought this one, and although I've only had my Nexus 7 today, it seems to work perfectly...
http://www.att.com/shop/wireless/accessories/chargers/sku6290260.html#fbid=-0-yO6vD3IH
It was a huge thread over on SD so I picked it up and got it before I even had the Nexus 7 in hand. A few different colors too!
As a new Nexus 7 owner, and a first time Android owner, could someone please take a second to help me out?
Simply put, what is the best tutorial to "root" the tablet, and more importantly, what are the benefits to doing so? What are some must have apps both before and after rooting it? I hear this can do far more than an iPad, my iPhone, and especially my HP Touchpad that I've been using since I bought one in a firesale. I just want to make sure I make the most of this new device. Thanks guys!
http://www.att.com/shop/wireless/accessories/chargers/sku6290260.html#fbid=-0-yO6vD3IH
It was a huge thread over on SD so I picked it up and got it before I even had the Nexus 7 in hand. A few different colors too!
As a new Nexus 7 owner, and a first time Android owner, could someone please take a second to help me out?
Simply put, what is the best tutorial to "root" the tablet, and more importantly, what are the benefits to doing so? What are some must have apps both before and after rooting it? I hear this can do far more than an iPad, my iPhone, and especially my HP Touchpad that I've been using since I bought one in a firesale. I just want to make sure I make the most of this new device. Thanks guys!
Jzero
Member
Damn you, that's another $26 that i did not need to spend
Edit: Fuuuu i just realized i'll have to remove my case every time i need to charge.
Use this, fixed my issue's. I used the first img, boot-ts10-lock.img but try them all if it's not to your liking.
Edit: Durrrrrr, you kinda need a link. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2428133
Jzero
Member
Oh lawd i'm going to try this because my touchscreen is borked.
Edit: ts10 didn't work for me, ts20 slightly fixed it and ts30 was the same as ts10 for the "sticky key" problem
nhlducks35
Member
Finally got my bookcase from Portenzo after a month of waiting.
Could you post your wallpaper?
Finally got my bookcase from Portenzo after a month of waiting.
Looks great. How are you liking it? Worth the cash?
pheonix991
Neo Member
I have a hardback. It's great. Worth the cash? Meh. It gets the job done 12x better than the moko I had. Only cost about 10x more than the moko.
Looking at those pictures, I'm glad I didn't get the bookcase style.
DonMigs85
Member
Honestly to me it seems pretty pointless to root or install custom ROMs on this device. There's no SD slot anyway and the device is plenty fast already without having to overclock or alter CPU states. That probably just generates more heat and eats the battery faster too. The point of a Nexus device is having unadulterated Android and getting updates first.
Also I got a Moko Slim-Fit case, hope it holds up well. Does the pleather have a tendency to flake or disintegrate over time?
Also I got a Moko Slim-Fit case, hope it holds up well. Does the pleather have a tendency to flake or disintegrate over time?
Idk, I just put AOKP on mine and it seems a lot smoother.
What do you think is wrong with the default Youtube app? Might give us a place to start.
Nothing really wrong with it. I just want a Youtube app where I can download videos for viewing later, no ads, etc. Just an alternative.
You won't find that app on Google Play, that's for sure.
this. my current country has a bad connection and I could really use something like this to get me back to being a regular YouTube user.
DonMigs85
Member
The stock ROM is plenty smooth already
I believe there's an XDA thread where they have the old version of Youtube modified to download videos. You can pre-cache videos from your feed from the official app though, its in settings.
As for ads? Unless you root and use Adaway, you got no chance.
DonMigs85
Member
I just put up with the ads since that's how they earn revenue, just like GAF
Oh I'm not into rooting, at least not yet. And ads are a very minor problem for me, as it only takes like 3 seconds before I can skip them. I probably was just accustomed to awesome WP 3rd party Youtube apps because of the platform's situation with Google. Thanks for the info though!
The Youtube app doesn't seem 1080p HD though, I don't know how to change it to a specific resolution nor what resolution it is being shown as "HD."
Any of you guys having issues with the Netflix app? I've cleared the cache, data, reinstalled, etc. but I still get occasional hanging at the red loading screen. A reboot usually fixes it, but that's pretty annoying as it's one of my primary uses. Seems to be pretty widely reported on the Google forums so hopefully there's a fix soon. Other than that I haven't had any issues with my launch version (32gb wifi).
And to follow up on the Moko Slim case; I think it'll do the trick for my purposes. I just wanted a little added coverage when I throw it in my laptop bag and it seems up to task. It hugs the tablet pretty well and does not cover the screen whatsoever (when the flap is off). The magnet snaps into place nicely when closing it up, but the tent mode or whatever you call it leaves a little to be desired. It holds up fine once you get it into place though. I can take some pics if anyone is interested.
And to follow up on the Moko Slim case; I think it'll do the trick for my purposes. I just wanted a little added coverage when I throw it in my laptop bag and it seems up to task. It hugs the tablet pretty well and does not cover the screen whatsoever (when the flap is off). The magnet snaps into place nicely when closing it up, but the tent mode or whatever you call it leaves a little to be desired. It holds up fine once you get it into place though. I can take some pics if anyone is interested.
ThatObviousUser
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Finally got my bookcase from Portenzo after a month of waiting.
Does this allow wireless charging?
I have a Portenzo bookcase for my gen 1... considering splurging for the same again on the gen 2. Absolutely great case, but a bit on the bulky side. The ability to stably stand it upright (intellistand mode) totally perpendicular to a large, stable base is awesome for reading in bed.
Anyone have a good suggestion for alternatives? I tried a version of the moko case and wasn't really into it...
*edit* I'm curious about the wireless charging on the gen 2 Portenzo as well!
Anyone have a good suggestion for alternatives? I tried a version of the moko case and wasn't really into it...
*edit* I'm curious about the wireless charging on the gen 2 Portenzo as well!
Jzero
Member
My case is not as thick and it still has trouble with wireless charging. I have to charge it nude.
Should have used a knife.
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Deleted member 325805
Unconfirmed Member
I picked up a Moko slim-fit stand case, it's pretty nice. It feels well made and the stand functionality works perfectly, I love the way it has grooves in the case so it just slots in nicely, my old case you just bent into place and it never sat right. My only complaints would be the stylus holder position and the amount of dust the inner case attracts, whenever I close and reopen it my screen is covered in dust and I have to wipe it down, this was never a problem with my old case.
Ollie Pooch
In a perfect world, we'd all be homersexual
Funnily enough there a few of these apps on the App Store. I've been using VideoTube on Play, doesn't that cache videos?
Jzero
Member
Deadly Cyclone
Pride of Iowa State
"This is not yet a device that is Verizon 4G LTE certified," the statement reads. "We'll let folks know when it's certified."
Sounds like it's at least coming.
Sidenote, what's the best way to root the 7? Also any good benefits? I had my Droid X rooted and had a few things on it, but not much.
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