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Apple / iPhone 5 and Tmo data plan... how would it work?

« on: September 26, 2011, 09:16:50 am »

It looks unlikely that the iP5 will come to Tmobile officially, but there are reports that it may simply support the Tmobile bands allowing the phone to access Tmobile's 3G network.

If this is true, how will it work? In theory, one could buy the iP5 unlocked from the Apple store at an unsubsidized price, then what? Simply get a SIM card from Tmo and a data plan?

What if I'm already on an Android data plan? (Tmobile has different data plans for different phones, e.g., Blackberries get the Blackberry data plan, Androids get android data plan, etc.) Would my Android data plan simply work in the iPhone 5? Since there won't be any official "iPhone data plan".

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T-Mobile Services / iPhone 5 & Tmobile data plan...

« on: September 26, 2011, 09:16:20 am »

It looks unlikely that the iP5 will come to Tmobile officially, but there are reports that it may simply support the Tmobile bands allowing the phone to access Tmobile's 3G network.

If this is true, how will it work? In theory, one could buy the iP5 unlocked from the Apple store at an unsubsidized price, then what? Simply get a SIM card from Tmo and a data plan?

What if I'm already on an Android data plan? (Tmobile has different data plans for different phones, e.g., Blackberries get the Blackberry data plan, Androids get android data plan, etc.) Would my Android data plan simply work in the iPhone 5? Since there won't be any official "iPhone data plan".

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Nexus S / Re: Android 2.3 stock keyboard glitch: double letters [VIDEO]

« on: February 22, 2011, 04:04:27 pm »

Yes.

thats what im using then.. i upgraded to CM7 yesterday.. but i don't have this problem he's having.

yeah same. No matter what i do i cant reproduce this.

I have been using cm7 ever since the first couple of builds came out for the mytouch 4g and have never had this issue. Maybe it could be because you have 13 other keyboards? or because its a saved word in your dictionary?

Unfortunately, this is not the case. I wish it were true; to be solved that easily (then I would just erase it out of the user dictionary). It can be reproduced with any word/letter. And I don't believe it has to do with the number of keyboards I have installed, as I cannot recreate this glitch with Smart Keyboard Pro.

For those who can't recreate it, Ryandi from XDA forums discovered that the closer you press that next letter after pressing the space bar, the more likely the "no-underline" letter will appear, which leads to the glitch. Either way, the glitch exists. If you watch the suggestion bar in the video, it'll show I've only typed "th" and in the second example, "fq" yet in the field it shows "tth" and "ffq" respectively.

In general, when using the stock Gingerbread keyboard, you've never witnessed double-letters in the beginning of words? "For eexample a sentence mmight look like tthis." Of course, the faster you type, the more likely this happens. Everyone types differently and at different speeds. Even those who can't reproduce the glitch, have reported that they've seen double letter presses in their day to day typing.

Something is amiss with the stock Gingerbread keyboard...

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Nexus S / Re: Android 2.3 stock keyboard glitch: double letters [VIDEO]

« on: February 17, 2011, 09:35:57 am »

Yeah, I'm getting the same glitch and I've got a MyTouch 4G running CM7. Doesn't affect me much but when it does, it's annoying.

Indeed. I hope you've starred the report, and if you are inclined, please share your experience. The more people talk about it, hopefully, the more attention from Google it'll get.

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Nexus S / Android 2.3 stock keyboard glitch: double letters [VIDEO]

« on: February 16, 2011, 07:44:04 am »

Uploaded a video of an odd glitch with the stock Android keyboard:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RUZdvr6Pdjk

[youtube]RUZdvr6Pdjk[/youtube]

As you can see, I can even tell when the glitch will happen depending on if the underline disappears or not whilst typing. When it does disappear, no matter what you press (be it letter or the space bar) it duplicates the first letter. I think it has something specifically to do with a glitch with the space bar.

To recreate: Try typing "Good game" but after the "g" in "game" backspace/erase all the way until the end of the word "good" so that th cursor is at the end of "d" in "good" and hit the space bar and type the word "game" again. It should result in "ggame" despite a single press of the letter g.

The reason I don't think it has to do with typing speeds or the sensitivity of the Nexus S screen is firstly, I'm demonstrating the glitch very slowly. I even pause to talk about it before the moment I demo the problem. Secondly, I don't believe it has to do with the screen sensitivity for two reasons: 1) I cannot recreate this problem on Smart Keyboard Pro, try as I may; and 2) it only happens with the first letter or the last letter of words, not coincidentally prior to or after using the space bar. It never double hits the letters in between words. For example, I never get "thhis" or "thiis," I only ever get "tthis" or "thiss".

The core issue is with the Android keyboard itself, and more specifically, has something to do with the space bar.

I've reported this to Google here http://code.google.com/p/android/issues/detail?id=14755 and here at the Google Help Forums: http://www.google.com/support/forum/p/Google+Mobile/thread?tid=4d8d957040f12326&hl=en

Please visit the links and star the report or even add your own two cents, especially if you're experiencing this glitch yourself.

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Nexus S / Custom Auto Corrections feature request

« on: February 01, 2011, 04:39:45 pm »

I made a request to Google to implement Custom Auto-Corrections in their future keyboards: http://code.google.com/p/android/issues/detail?id=14420

I hope you'll all visit the link and star the report to garner more attention from Google.

I have issues with the stock Android keyboard as well, and I think this will go a long in enhancing and improving the experience. If, for example, you're prone to typing "km" instead of "I'm" or "IRS" instead of "its" then you can create custom auto corrections to have every km=I'm and every IRS=it's. As you build your database of auto-corrections, the keyboard is easier and faster to use, and more reliable to type on.

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Nexus S / Re: The Nexus S Story: Does It Add Up?

« on: December 09, 2010, 04:02:10 pm »

Verizon to get 4G capable Nexus S? http://free-pc-guides.com/news/verizon-to-get-a-4g-compatible-samsunggoogle-nexus-s-in-february-07514

Based off the same rumor, but rumors running amok aside, doesn't it make legitimate sense for Verizon to want the Nexus S to take advantage of LTE/"4G" which they're beginning to promote? Will Samsung's processors be ready and optimized for networks' "4G" data?

Seems perfectly understandable. More reason to hold off on Nexus S?

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Nexus S / Re: Nexus S

« on: December 08, 2010, 10:53:57 am »

Thanks for providing working links, Viper.

I think the real issue for most people is having to drop $529 dollars on a phone that isn't as future-proof as it should be, at least into the year 2011. I suspect the Google/Sammy partnership came mid-year, either during or right after the success of the Galaxy S, and they rushed to get us a Nexus branded phone with Gingerbread shipped before Xmas. This isn't even so much about dual-core vs. single-core, it's more about the lack of HSPA+ support. All four major carriers are pushing "4G" for the standard in 2011, and there are even handsets out currently that already support it. If dual-core is that important (and it is to some people), they are literally just around the corner. 2011 is weeks away, and it's suspected dual-cores will start coming out Jan/February. It's true that technology moves at a breakneck speed, but a month or two away may be worth waiting for, considering the hefty price tag for un-contracted Nexus S. Along with other detractors - ranging from small to big depending on people's preferences - like lack of expandable SD card slot, lack of LED light, Bluetooth downgrade, 480p HD recording) it makes it a very difficult buy. In other words, the price isn't only about money anymore. It feels like you're giving up a lot more.

Look at this story: NFC In Gingerbread is Crippled! http://www.androidpolice.com/2010/12/07/nfc-in-gingerbread-is-crippled-its-one-way-only-and-not-the-way-we-want/ One of the few things that sets it apart from the current set of phones may not live up to its own hype? Is the NFC a glorified bar code scanner?

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Nexus S / Re: The Nexus S Story: Does It Add Up?

« on: December 07, 2010, 09:48:10 pm »

More evidence we should hang tight before jumping on Nexus S?

Promise of something better from Samsung in Feb? http://www.droid-life.com/2010/12/07/is-the-nexus-s-on-its-way-to-verizon/

Could it be the Galaxy S2? http://www.engadget.com/2010/11/14/samsung-i9100-is-the-dual-core-galaxy-2-sequel-to-the-galaxy-s/

Thoughts?

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Nexus S / Re: Nexus S

« on: December 07, 2010, 09:47:58 pm »

More evidence we should hang tight before jumping on Nexus S?

Promise of something better from Samsung in Feb?

Could it be the Galaxy S2?

Thoughts?

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Nexus S / Re: The Nexus S Story: Does It Add Up?

« on: December 07, 2010, 04:57:13 pm »

A strike against Nexus S' NFC? http://www.androidpolice.com/2010/12/07/nfc-in-gingerbread-is-crippled-its-one-way-only-and-not-the-way-we-want/

Engadget says NFC chip is not Samsung's: http://www.engadget.com/2010/12/06/samsung-nexus-s-utilizing-nxps-pn544-nfc-chip/

Kind of disappointing to read these things considering NFC is one of the [few] things that is setting the Nexus S apart from the cream of the crop.

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Nexus S / Re: The Nexus S Story: Does It Add Up?

« on: December 07, 2010, 02:35:15 pm »

Nexus S Headed to Verizon with 4G? Rumors Begin to Swirl http://phandroid.com/2010/12/07/nexus-s-headed-to-verizon-with-4g-rumors-begin-to-swirl/

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Nexus S / The Nexus S Story: Does It Add Up?

« on: December 07, 2010, 12:39:58 am »

I hope more light is shed regarding the Nexus S story. Some things don't add up to me.

Google's Eric Schmidt said during the Summer that there would be no Nexus Two, saying that the Nexus One accomplished what they set out to do. Some have construed this to mean other things, and even Eric himself has said what he really meant was that he didn't want to use the name "Nexus 2" or something to that effect. Is this true? I'm not sure. Or did Google see the success of Samsung's Galaxy S line to all four major carriers (and others), which was something Google was hoping to accomplish with the Nexus One, and see the quality of Samsung's SAMOLED and felt it would optimize 2.3's darker color format well, and so decided to reach out to them to have them revise their Galaxy S line to a Nexus brand? Or did Google reach out to them before they released the Galaxy line to make the next Nexus, and if so, why would Eric make such comment implying there would be no future Nexus phones? It could, of course, be simple misdirection.

Considering the Nexus S is not being developed from the ground up, and is more or less based on the Galaxy S line, research, development, and manufacturing time could have been accomplished between the late Summer/early Fall release of Galaxy phones to now December, for the Nexus S launch. Considering Samsung doesn't seem to have any real history of "shortages," their manufacturing plants could be up for the challenge?

Then, you have the supposed "delay" of the Nexus S. It turns out the Best Buy leaked specs were real (the official specs is almost exactly what the BB specs said it would be - 1 GHz single core, no HSPA+ support...). So what was the delay? Well, just last week the FFC received radio changes to the i9020 model (aka the Nexus S number). Was that the slight hardward delay/tweak? And not what Androidandme thought was the scrapping of single-core to have dual-core? But they also said dual-core Nexus S prototypes were out in the wild in testing. Did the tests not go well with Gingerbread, which has been reported to not be optimized yet for dual-cores, and thus Google deciding to stick to the single-core for final production? Or were those supposedly dual-core Nexus S prototypes really prototypes of Samsung's i9200 phones, aka Galaxy S2?

I don't know. This is all speculation and musing. The Nexus S story doesn't add up. Given some baffling decisions regarding the official specs - namely lack of HSPA+ (or "4G") support - I suspect Google rushed this when they saw the success of Galaxy S and Samsung's SAMOLED technology, and tried, but couldn't get dual-cores to work properly and in time to meet their December release deadline (Gingerbread had to be released before Christmas).

Is a dual-core, HSPA+ capable Nexus S floating around out there in prototype/testing form to be released in 2011? Does the Nexus S story add up to you guys?

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Samsung Android / What are your screens?

« on: September 21, 2010, 11:08:53 am »

So, how many screens are you guys using, and what's on your screens?

I have it down to four. I don't have so many things I need immediately to fill 7 screens.

My four are:

-Contacts and starred contacts

-apps I use frequently (Games Folder, Maps, Gchat, Aim, Cam, HD recorder, Gallery, & Notes)

-My Main screen: Beautiful widgets for weather and time, BattStatt, Contacts, Kik, FB, Market.

-Utility related stuff: Vibrate, Plane mode, toggle screen lock, & Agenda Widget to display my calender.

As for my dock: Dialer, SMS, drawer, Gmail, and Opera.


I know, this thread sucks without pictures. Sorry. Care to share your configurations?

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Samsung Android / Re: Why I want 2.2 on my Vibrant

« on: September 13, 2010, 04:05:12 pm »

The unofficial 2.1 update is worth its time to install (it's quite easy and painless), and the rewards are great: lag is minimized, the overall experience on the phone is just smoother, everything loads and switches faster, the market especially seems to be really fast now (downloads and updates are very quick, and scrolling through apps is far smoother), typing is more accurate and doesn't "hiccup" over letters/words, GPS/compass issues are more accurate, calendar allows for diff. alert tones, contacts/SMS/anything with a list loads and scrolls better... there's just a whole slew of improvements. All this without the need to root your phone.

It's a great indication what's to come with 2.2, and the potential this phone can achieve.

For more info: http://forums.t-mobile.com/t5/Operating-System-Software/UNofficial-T-Mobile-Vibrant-update/td-p/469275

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Samsung Android / Re: New vibrant firmware found

« on: September 13, 2010, 10:18:44 am »

After more use, I can say the update is definitely safe, and worthwhile. The phone just runs smoother - screen changes, app drawer, menus come up faster, contacts/SMS/emails/anything with a list, all load faster. The market, especially, seems significantly faster - lists load faster, and downloads are much quicker now. And most important, to me, is the multi-touch for the keyboard (Smart Keyboard Pro is what I'm using) is so much more responsive, leading to easier typing with fewer mistakes. GPS is spot on now, as well, but I haven't tested this extensively.

There's a slew of other improvements, but this is an excellent update. It's from Samsung, so it's fairly safe to flash, and a great indication of what's to be expected in 2.2.

and you don't have to root?

Does not require rooting, and is quite simple and painless to install. Just follow the instructions. They are pretty straight forward. (here: http://forums.t-mobile.com/t5/Operating-System-Software/UNofficial-T-Mobile-Vibrant-update/td-p/469275)


EDIT: I'm not sure if it's my imagination or not, but I'm seeing better battery life too. I've only had the unofficial update for a few days, so can't say for sure. Is anyone else seeing better batt. life too?

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Samsung Android / Re: New vibrant firmware found

« on: September 13, 2010, 12:23:34 am »

Just installed (quite painless, as promised). This update is unbelievable. Makes the phone much zippier. There is a slew of improvements. Still discovering...

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Android market discussion! / Re: Ultra Keyboard 4.0

« on: September 12, 2010, 10:58:42 pm »

Thanks guys. After getting Astro, I understand the instructions. However, I don't find the keyboard any better than Smart Keyboard Pro.

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Samsung Android / Re: New vibrant firmware found

« on: September 12, 2010, 10:29:17 pm »

This is all very promising news.

Can someone clarify: will this eventually be the 2.2 update? Or is this just an improved 2.1 from Samsung - and if so, will this "improved 2.1" update be released officially, then a second official update for 2.2?

If anyone knows, thanks.

EDIT: Also, if one were to install this ROM, and when Samsung/Tmo releases it officially, what happens when one attempts to install the official version over the unofficial? Anything, nothing?

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Android market discussion! / Re: Ultra Keyboard 4.0

« on: September 11, 2010, 03:24:22 am »

Godzilla, does it require rooting to use the HTC_IME keyboard? I d/led but I'm not sure what they mean in their instructions at "Install the two apks (HTC_IME & Clicker) using your favorite method (via a file manager or adb install -r). Sense users shouldn't (and needn't) install Clicker"

How do you install the two apks files to your phone?

Thanks.