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The Official HP Touchpad Thread of $100 Digital Picture Frames
- Thread starter VanMardigan
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So to update to Alpha2.1 from Alpha1, I just get the zip, place it in a folder in the TP. Then under CWR, choose update from SD>zip.
But then what do I need to clear? I know some cache files, Davik Cache? Could someone post the basic steps after flashing an update? I never get to remember them properly.
Edit: anyone mind helping?
But then what do I need to clear? I know some cache files, Davik Cache? Could someone post the basic steps after flashing an update? I never get to remember them properly.
Edit: anyone mind helping?
SolidsnackooFoxhound
Banned
dream said:
I found an apk on XDA that you can try out. It's not the original but it seems to be trusted. Give it a shot if you like.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1178425&page=23
I'm trying it now and i'll report back.
Edit: It works.
SolidsnackooFoxhound
Banned
Cruzader said:
You don't need to clear anything. Just put the update on the touchpad and run it in CWR. Then you are good to go. Some people on the rootzwiki forum did a wipe but there was no need for it since this update just overwrited some files.
Bearded Dudebro
Member
Matt said:
PM'd
New update seems to screw up orientation or something.
I open a browser and sometimes browser is pushed to left while discalimer for app catalog appears on the right hand side. It seems to have gone away but not Sudoko HD is completely messed up. I don't know if it's like that b/c it's a demo or not.
Could someone try this out for me?
Download the free version of Sudoko HD Demo(There is only one HD version for free. It's the one that says for Touchpad. Rest are all for Palm).
The number controls are screwed up and show up the right side when in portrait mode forcing the control to be cut off. Same if I try it on landscape mode they go to the bottom for some reason. Can anyone try it out and see if they get same result or it's just my update causing problem.
I open a browser and sometimes browser is pushed to left while discalimer for app catalog appears on the right hand side. It seems to have gone away but not Sudoko HD is completely messed up. I don't know if it's like that b/c it's a demo or not.
Could someone try this out for me?
Download the free version of Sudoko HD Demo(There is only one HD version for free. It's the one that says for Touchpad. Rest are all for Palm).
The number controls are screwed up and show up the right side when in portrait mode forcing the control to be cut off. Same if I try it on landscape mode they go to the bottom for some reason. Can anyone try it out and see if they get same result or it's just my update causing problem.
SolidsnackooFoxhound
Banned
The Elite
BOSS
SolidsnackooFoxhound said:
Thanks. I got up to the point where I have to type in the novacom prompt. I'm pretty sure I installed the novacom thing I was supposed to be I'm getting an "unrecognized command" from the c: prompt.
I put the ACME binary in the root directory "c:" so it would be easy to find.
SolidsnackooFoxhound
Banned
Anony said:
Makes the patches useless. Gonna have to wait until the patches are updated if you do decided to update to 3.0.4.
DoctorWho said:
First time i went to do this i wondered why the hell that wasn't in the damn readme.
firehawk12
Subete no aware
I stupidly updated my Touchpad to 3.0.4 or whatever the new thing is and now all I get on my touchpad is a big error and directions to go to www.palm.com/ROM
Is there anyway to even turn off the touchpad at this point? What do I need to do?
Is there anyway to even turn off the touchpad at this point? What do I need to do?
The Big Rig
Member
I'm reading the ACMEinstaller txt, and I have a feeling it was purposely made to look intimidating. Is there a cliff notes version of the instructions?
firehawk12
Subete no aware
Okay, a bit of research says I need to basically reset my device to factory settings. Is there anyway to get the files off the device at least? I don't see anyway to get into USB mode.firehawk12 said:
The Big Rig said:
The process is EXACTLY the same as this video. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHoQM3KW1sU
Just make sure you install alpha 2.1, so you don't want to use update-cm-7.1.0-tenderloin-a1-fullofbugs.zip as that would install the first alpha.
so put these 4 files in the cminstall folder
moboot_0.3.3.zip
update-cwm_tenderloin-1012.zip
gapps-gb-20110828-signed.zip
update-cm-7.1.0-tenderloin-a2.1-fullofbugs.zip
The Elite
BOSS
IGNORE THE README
Go here instead:
http://www.pcpro.co.uk/features/370558/how-to-install-android-on-the-hp-touchpad
This runs surprisingly well.
Too bad I can't get any of those sexy girl live wallpapers to run. LOL
I had to try one.
We really need a thread dedicated to getting the most out of android on touchpad. I don't think this is it.
Go here instead:
http://www.pcpro.co.uk/features/370558/how-to-install-android-on-the-hp-touchpad
This runs surprisingly well.
Too bad I can't get any of those sexy girl live wallpapers to run. LOL
I had to try one.
We really need a thread dedicated to getting the most out of android on touchpad. I don't think this is it.
firehawk12
Subete no aware
Aww, no one has had to do a recovery on their touchpad?
Unknown Soldier
Member
I'm anxious to add Android to my Touchpad but I really wonder if I should wait for ICS. How is Gingerbread on Touchpad, anyways? On my Droid X it's pretty clunky, and it has buttons! How do you do anything on a Touchpad which only has one physical button?
PrivateWHudson
Member
Just do it. You can always boot to webos if you don't like it.Unknown Soldier said:
The Take Out Bandit
Member
I'm considering unloading my 16GB Touchpad to fund a Kindle Fire purchase. Is there a way to reset it to the factory default?
Thanks.
Yes, I'm being lazy and not reading the manual!
Thanks.
Yes, I'm being lazy and not reading the manual!
Unknown Soldier said:
the notification bar has buttons overlaid on it.
by default, it's not as 'pretty' as webOS, but it's a lot more functional (though still buggy). still a lot of apps you can't download from the store or have slight issues. (the newest version of netflix doesn't work, but the old one did).
The Big Rig
Member
That video helped a lot. The only thing I had different was that it never let me choose what to boot into.Ericsc said:
The Take Out Bandit
Member
d[-_-]b said:
Thank you sir! d[^_^]b
firehawk12 said:Okay, a bit of research says I need to basically reset my device to factory settings. Is there anyway to get the files off the device at least? I don't see anyway to get into USB mode.
Typically the webOS Doctor will not wipe out the data on the USB drive, but it will restore everything else to factory defaults (so you'll have to redownload your apps, etc.)
The Take Out Bandit
Member
Kintaco said:
I just use the web browser. Once you get rid of the stupid cache GAF is perfect.
The Take Out Bandit
Member
-COOLIO- said:
I don't know.
It is doing everything I need it to with very little meddling on my part. Web browsing, reading comics, and a little IRC here and there. It's a nice device. I'm just a bit irked by the form factor as it's not really one hand friendly when laying in bed, and yes I am being lazy and complaining about holding my tablet computing device out of science fiction with two hands.
Trying to separate myself from it so I can sell it. Though Kindle Fires smaller screen may suck for comic reading. :\
Unknown Soldier
Member
Now that's an example of a First World Problem. "My Touchpad is more heavy than I would like for reading with one hand in bed."
If you WANT to keep it, why are you trying to sell it? Touchpad is an actual real tablet runs two real tablet OSes. Kindle Fire runs a custom version of Android which isn't really Android, can only access the Amazon App Store, and is designed from the ground up to be a Kindle on Steroids instead of a regular tablet.
If I were choosing between the Kindle Fire and the Touchpad I would choose the Touchpad hands-down. Especially considering what we paid for our Touchpads compared to what the Kindle Fire will cost. Touchpad is a real tablet, it's going to get ICS someday, and it has a really nice screen to boot.
If you WANT to keep it, why are you trying to sell it? Touchpad is an actual real tablet runs two real tablet OSes. Kindle Fire runs a custom version of Android which isn't really Android, can only access the Amazon App Store, and is designed from the ground up to be a Kindle on Steroids instead of a regular tablet.
If I were choosing between the Kindle Fire and the Touchpad I would choose the Touchpad hands-down. Especially considering what we paid for our Touchpads compared to what the Kindle Fire will cost. Touchpad is a real tablet, it's going to get ICS someday, and it has a really nice screen to boot.
The Take Out Bandit said:I don't know.
It is doing everything I need it to with very little meddling on my part. Web browsing, reading comics, and a little IRC here and there. It's a nice device. I'm just a bit irked by the form factor as it's not really one hand friendly when laying in bed, and yes I am being lazy and complaining about holding my tablet computing device out of science fiction with two hands.
Trying to separate myself from it so I can sell it. Though Kindle Fires smaller screen may suck for comic reading. :\
I've read comics on both the Nook Color, which is the same size as the Kindle Fire, and the Touchpad. I've never really had a problem with either for comics. The artwork, which I know is a major focus for you, looks better with the 10 inch screen, but if you use a 7 inch screen in landscape mode it should work OK.
http://www.epixhd.com/freetrial/
has a bunch of movies, free trial, no CC#.
also says it has an android app.
http://www.epixhd.com/devices/
gonna try it a bit. see if it's any good.
edit: works. streaming star trek. ok quality i guess.
has a bunch of movies, free trial, no CC#.
also says it has an android app.
http://www.epixhd.com/devices/
gonna try it a bit. see if it's any good.
edit: works. streaming star trek. ok quality i guess.
Only got 1 SOD after installing 2.1 on a fresh touchpad(had to use webos doctor & ACME Uninstaller to wipe out android). Going from 1.0 to 2.1 would cause a SOD after every sleep.
Also if you're looking for a great comic app, look into Comicrack
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.cyo.comicrack.viewer.free
The premium version allows wireless sync
Also if you're looking for a great comic app, look into Comicrack
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.cyo.comicrack.viewer.free
The premium version allows wireless sync
Tribes of Trusty
Member
That's exactly my problem. I thinkI'm gonna do it like you.SteveO409 said:
If you open it in wordpad it's readable, not so much in notepad.The Big Rig said:
It does say explain in the official thread. It's the second thing in the FAQ.DoctorWho said:
Download Wiimote Controller to connect your wii remote to the touchpad, then play some Muffin Knight.DoctorWho said:
Download ES File Explorer and use it to watch videos over your wireless network (MX Video Player seems to be the best player at the moment, but some video formats won't play well).
I was using the web app but then I found out how to get the regular page to display at a readable size in Dolphin HD (page content settings, set default zoom to close). I prefer the regular site for the ability to jump to the last read post.Kintaco said:
