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ive been using swype for a while, but it keeps ending its trial period and says to upgrade ( or something along those lines )
is there a fully working version of this or another swype-like keyboard available that works?
Here, this version wont ever end.
SlideIT - Absolute Genius Keyboard
rd5150 said:
ive been using swype for a while, but it keeps ending its trial period and says to upgrade ( or something along those lines )
is there a fully working version of this or another swype-like keyboard available that works?
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Yes, You can try SlideIT.
Available in the Market and works very much like "Swype" - in fact, I prefer SlideIt, which seems to accommodate for the eccentricities of my texting technique better than Swype...
sorlan said:
Yes, You can try SlideIT.
Available in the Market and works very much like "Swype" - in fact, I prefer SlideIt, which seems to accommodate for the eccentricities of my texting technique better than Swype...
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Wow! That is awesome. I tried out the demo and was impressed. Bought it within 5 minutes of using the demo. Thanks!
LexusBrian400 said:
Here, this version wont ever end.
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Will it honestly never end?
exAusTiN said:
Will it honestly never end?
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Yeah, its been modded. It'll never end. I've been using it for weeks, maybe 8? It wont end.
I've tried this apk but i still get the "your trial has expired, please upgrade" dialog box. Any other leads on how to 'fix' that issue? I've already wiped my phone and reloaded Plane Jane v2 but i still get the same error. Thanks.
mia9516 said:
I've tried this apk but i still get the "your trial has expired, please upgrade" dialog box. Any other leads on how to 'fix' that issue? I've already wiped my phone and reloaded Plane Jane v2 but i still get the same error. Thanks.
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Realistically, your options are...
1. For an Eris, you want an HVGA version. Since Swype is commercial, although still beta, files/threads/posts come and go depending on content. We might as well not make the lives of the staff here more complicated by posting material that they are ultimately obligated to remove. Use google.
2. SlideIt mentioned above. Seems to get decent reviews. Like Swype, it has quirks that you will become familiar with as the system is used. If you're not in the Swype beta, and you can't locate a functioning tweaked apk floating out there, this is likely your best option at the moment.
3. The Swype beta is closed, but it appears that you can register there to get in line if it reopens. Frustrating solution I know.
None of those options are great, but some are better than others depending on your own knowledge base.
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New versions of Swype available on my blog at
Have BOTH HVGA and WVGA versions on there. Just look for the swype article
Just throwing this out there. I did not waste my time checking out ultra keyboard. It has a swipe feature as well as multi-touch. I swipe in portrait and multi-touch in landscape. Exactly what I was looking for. Lots of customizing options. You can make it look pretty much however you want. Lite and paid versions in the market. Well worth the money, IMHO.
Slideit is great but I'm having one problem and I don't know if anybody else is having the same issue and thats the voice to text. I can use it for the first time texting somebody but if I try using it again for the same person it won't work. It'll record but it won't text it out for you not unless I go to my contact list and pick the same contact again then it'll work.
jsuh said:
New versions of Swype available on my blog at
Have BOTH HVGA and WVGA versions on there. Just look for the swype article
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nice blog jsuh. i recommend everyone takes a look
i do not see the link to swype can someon help
cstone1991 said:
nice blog jsuh. i recommend everyone takes a look
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I agree. Awesome blog.
cstone1991 said:
nice blog jsuh. i recommend everyone takes a look
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I agree. Awesome blog.
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Thanks, I appreciate it Will be getting an Incredible today and leaving the Eris so that's even more exciting, but still hoping to keep making updates for the Eris on my blog. Thanks for the support.
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Just throwing this out there. I did not waste my time checking out ultra keyboard. It has a swipe feature as well as multi-touch. I swipe in portrait and multi-touch in landscape. Exactly what I was looking for. Lots of customizing options. You can make it look pretty much however you want. Lite and paid versions in the market. Well worth the money, IMHO.
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Decided to take a peek at Ultrakeyboard. Agreed. Well worth the cost (under $3).
If you have a hankering for trace typing, are locked out of the Swype beta or simply don't want to play the expiration dance game that they insist upon, want something supported and available in the market, this is a very nice option. Very configurable (can be a plus or minus depending on user). Dictionary management seems better on a quick look. Highly recommended by me as well.
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Ultra Keyboard has become the only keyboard I use. I have it set for trace in portrait and regular multi touch in landscape. You can even use any other Keyboard's theme or create your own.
Im also searching for the ultimate tracing style keyboard as i hate the traditional typing method.
To date i have tried Swype (very average and overated however the new version 3.5.83.26516 is much more accurate). Also there are nice skins out there too.
SlideIT: Great keyboard and i believe is faster than Swype. Can also learn custom words and phrases that you commonly type. ie/ swpe 2 letters that you teach it to replicate an entire sentence. More language support as well.
Shapewriter: no longer supported but if you find the APK floating around, it is by far the most accurate in my opinion and ive used all the ones ive mentioned for months. It looks dull but man is it accurate and fast. smile icon right on the main screen as well which i like. Easy to learn words etc, very no frills but extremely accurate.
FlexT9 Input: They have brought out shapewriter with this release. Also great keyboard in that its very accurate, moreso than Swype etc but Shapewriter has great edit word capability. ie/ just type fast and then select anywhere in the word to get the word suggestions which FlexT9 doesnt have to date.
Ultra keyboard: as others have mentioned, very customisable, not bad. I question the dictionary though and this reduces its accuracy which Shapewriter has otherwise great potential, there is nothing you cant customise.
TSwipe Pro: Only drawback is its dictionary, many words dont exist so its just not as fast as Shapewriter but excellent features, just like Ultrakeyboard. You can customise anything, looks great, great features and one of my favourites but at the end of the day it needs to be accurate and fast as well.
Can anyone else think of anyother sliding/tracing/swping style keyboards, im always on the lookout for one that just excels in every area which im yet to find (yes being picky). Wish one of the keyboards had a combination of them all
I add another vote for Ultra Keyboard. I think Swype was a bit more accurate in guessing and had a better dictionary, but I was sick of dealing with Swype not sticking.
REALLLY dumb question.... but what is swiping in terms of kbd swipes?? I get the swipe up/down and left right on screens and in apps but when typing?? Confused and want to understand.... laughing welcome .
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Uh....
Cnet = lol?
http://cnettv.cnet.com/add-swype-your-android-phone/9742-1_53-50093449.html?tag=api
nice one..although it´s 1.6
Correct- since swype is still "in open/closed beta" stage, Swype has asked XDA not too distribute the apk on our forums.
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Correct- since swype is still "in open/closed beta" stage, Swype has asked XDA not too distribute the apk on our forums.
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I know. I'm just poking fun that a huge corporation/website is now advocating the free distribution of what is basically warez...
Wonder what Swype will do now? Haha
Wow always wanted to try swype but havent been able to get it,... moral dilemma on this one,.. i mean in a way its swypes fault for making us want it soooo bad and taking so long to get it out right ??? i may just have to flip a coin on this
6 months ago I would have told you Swype was the coolest thing going, but today SwiftKey has a created a better product that features a voice input key (how hard is this Swype???) and better word prediction/speed
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6 months ago I would have told you Swype was the coolest thing going, but today SwiftKey has a created a better product that features a voice input key (how hard is this Swype???) and better word prediction/speed
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Plus add the bug that Swype eats up battery when the phone is "off".
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Plus add the bug that Swype eats up battery when the phone is "off".
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What are you talking about? I use Swype and my battery life is on par with everyone else. Standby power loss of an average of 1% per hour, Swype doesn't use any more battery than any other input method in standby.
Heck, it is even the default keyboard on my G1, which sees about 1.5% standby drain per hour - with wifi always active (set to never sleep).
I believe you are misinformed.
wait, what is the newest version of swype? I'm using the 1.6 (before cnet leaked), is there a newer version?
XSafire said:
wait, what is the newest version of swype? I'm using the 1.6 (before cnet leaked), is there a newer version?
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Haha yeah that's ancient. I'm using 2.4.44.10912.r100
crachel said:
6 months ago I would have told you Swype was the coolest thing going, but today SwiftKey has a created a better product that features a voice input key (how hard is this Swype???) and better word prediction/speed
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I agree............
I actually found another keyboard with tracing capabilities along with a lot more features highly customizable too costs like 2.50ish but has a free 245hour version i loved it bought full version anyone used ultra keyboard yet ???
Which one are you using? If your telling me there is a choice with this swype stuff I would sooner just pay someone for a file that will do this then have to hunt down a new beta every 3 months. I just thought they were the only ones who were making something like this? Also if they have a trial to see if it works the same, cause if so then I don't care what I got to pay I just want to not have to keep having it die out on me.
Lame swiftkey doesn't use tracing capabilities that I need.
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I actually found another keyboard with tracing capabilities along with a lot more features highly customizable too costs like 2.50ish but has a free 245hour version i loved it bought full version anyone used ultra keyboard yet ???
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Which one are you using? If your telling me there is a choice with this swype stuff I would sooner just pay someone for a file that will do this then have to hunt down a new beta every 3 months. I just thought they were the only ones who were making something like this? Also if they have a trial to see if it works the same, cause if so then I don't care what I got to pay I just want to not have to keep having it die out on me.
Lame swiftkey doesn't use tracing capabilities that I need.
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There's Ultra Keyboard and SlideIT
http://www.cyrket.com/p/android/com.binarybulge.android.apps.keyboard.trial/
http://www.cyrket.com/p/android/com.dasur.slideit.vt.lite/
Both have trial versions.
There's also ShapeWriter, which was pulled off the market when the company was bought out, but you can find the full apk they released that doesn't have a time out via a quick Google search.
"As we bring Shapewriter into the Nuance family, please note that we are suspending downloads of the iPhone, Android and Windows Mobile applications."
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There's Ultra Keyboard and SlideIT
http://www.cyrket.com/p/android/com.binarybulge.android.apps.keyboard.trial/
http://www.cyrket.com/p/android/com.dasur.slideit.vt.lite/
Both have trial versions.
There's also ShapeWriter, which was pulled off the market when the company was bought out, but you can find the full apk they released that doesn't have a time out via a quick Google search.
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What keyboards are you guys using on your Droid Eris? I've tried so many but none can keep up with my typing speed. I can type so fast on an iPhone but when I type on my Eris, I always have to slow down because my phone is still trying to catch up or got stuck on one error or something.
I tried Swype but I'm just not as accurate as the regular keyboards.
Since I've basically lost interest in Swype because of their lack of releases for any new users, I decided to try SwiftKey.
I noticed they were running a sale (yep, guess Android dev's do that sometimes) so I decided I would try it. The text prediction is so good most of the time you only have to type one or two letters of a word. Not sure how it keeps up with speed, since I rarely type any full words. There's a free version you can try and see if you like it, just search "SwiftKey Keyboard Free" in the market and you'll find it.
I don't think I've tried SwiftKey, but I use Ultra Keyboard (Swype-like). Before that, I had tried Swype through several beta versions, but I thought it sucked, honestly. I preferred ShapeWriter to Swype; it worked better. ShapeWriter isn't available on the market any more, but I may have a backup of the last available version in an apk if anyone needs it (it was free anyway).
SwiftKey's text prediction is what got me hooked. In terms of "learning" it's one of the best keyboards, after about a week or two of moderate use you'll barley have to type anything anymore.
+1 for SwiftKey. I hate that it's bland whute and gray, but it's definitely the smartest keyboard. I too have tried them all, but keep coming back. My routine is this: flash rom, use themed, native kb for few hours because it looks cool, then break down and swap SwiftKey into system/app. The ability to have it instantly "learn" my language from my saved text messages is a nice touch aa well. It tracks saved keystrokes and I'm always @ 25-30%.
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I'm loving the new hacked Swype that Jonsu just released. I don't plan on looking for any more keyboards.
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I've tried Swiftkey and I like the idea of it, but I find myself watching for the next word rather than just typing on through. I feel like a simple, fast keyboard would allow me to type the fastest.
I just downloaded better keyboard and it seems to be very responsive!!
I like the DroidX keyboard. Kaos has a thread on it in dev.
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I'm loving the new hacked Swype that Jonsu just released. I don't plan on looking for any more keyboards.
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Why would you post something like this and not give us a URL so we can get it?
I was thinking the same thing.
I tried swiftkey and liked it but had a much better expeirence with swype seemed like I was making less mistakes which is always nice
I've been a big fan of smart keyboard pro lately. it's quite fast and accurate and it has a "dynamic key resizing feature" which helps improve it's accuracy. I think it's safe to say that it is my favorite keyboard and i've pretty much tried them all. swiftkey... swype... better keyboard... ultra keyboard... ect.
edit: Ohh and I forgot to add that it's auto correct is pretty kick ass too.
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I was thinking the same thing.
I tried swiftkey and liked it but had a much better expeirence with swype seemed like I was making less mistakes which is always nice
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http://jonsuh.com/2010/11/swype-never-tap-to-type-on-your-phone-again/
ShapeWriter is the best. its currently off the market but it can be found floating around online...
+1 to ShapeWriter. Been using it on my Eris since it was in the market. Very responsive. Im hooked on swipe keyboards now, touch typing takes to long for me.
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Gingerbread keyboard is out now. So far my experience with it has been great.
I put a flashable zip together and posted it over at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=867623 if you wanna pick it up.
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Gingerbread keyboard is out now. So far my experience with it has been great.
I put a flashable zip together and posted it over at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=867623 if you wanna pick it up.
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I agree. I've been using gingerbread keyboard for several days now and have been very happy with it so far. I also just installed the new beta swype but I just can't seem to get into swype. I guess I like typing better than sliding my finger across the screen.
I wasn't quite happy with the stock keyboards that came with vegan or tent lite so I went searching for something else... I have better keyboard on my phone so I decided to download it on my tab. I ended up getting some errors on tnt but it works great on vegan. It is free to try now, but you gotta pay for the options to be enabled. Gonna check the version and see if I can find the full working version for us. If there is more keyboards you think I should try, lmk
Update: I do have the key and app. What would be the best place for us gtabbers? I know mediafile works in dolphin but is there an universal site where everyone can see them? I plan on putting some packs together
found
I have set up a new sendspace account and will be using it until I find something better. Currently sendspace has an app on the market that lets me upload anything
Dolphin only lets me upload pics/music/videos ATM
key:
http://www.sendspace.com/file/kvg8lm
bk 8 (gingerbread version)
http://www.sendspace.com/file/lu09gh
added links
What makes it better?
Interested and willing to try but I would like a bit more information.
Thanks!
+1 thanks for your efforts but, more info?
I have one keyboard that auto corrects but no sound, and one with sound but no auto correct, so I'm very interested in something better....
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+1 thanks for your efforts but, more info?
I have one keyboard that auto corrects but no sound, and one with sound but no auto correct, so I'm very interested in something better....
Brought to you by the happy little droids in my G tab.
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better keyboard is the best keyboard (imo ofc) so far ive played with. you can change the height of the keyboard, skin support, lots of options, etc.
edit: t9 is awesome, and the sound works
install the key first then the main. it will guide you through the rest.
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I wasn't quite happy with the stock keyboards that came with vegan or tent lite so I went searching for something else... I have better keyboard on my phone so I decided to download it on my tab. I ended up getting some errors on tnt but it works great on vegan. It is free to try now, but you gotta pay for the options to be enabled. Gonna check the version and see if I can find the full working version for us. If there is more keyboards you think I should try, lmk
Update: I do have the key and app. What would be the best place for us gtabbers? I know mediafile works in dolphin but is there an universal site where everyone can see them? I plan on putting some packs together
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Try Thumb Keyboard. By far the BEST keyboard for tablet use currently available. It's also updated quite often.
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Try Thumb Keyboard. By far the BEST keyboard for tablet use currently available. It's also updated quite often.
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+1 on Thumb Keyboard. Simply the best layout for a 10" device available for android devices at this time.
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I have come to like the keyboard from notion ink. I really like the fact it has arrows on the layout. It does take a little getting used to, no lines between the letters.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=928832
Anyone tried this yet? It's in beta right now.
http://phandroid.com/2011/07/28/introducing-touchpal-curve-the-new-swype-killer/
Tried it, you can find it for download on Google if you search. It sucks, it's definitely way worse than Swype or the other more easily available swipe input methods. I'm sure it'll get better but right now it really isn't worth getting.
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Tried it, you can find it for download on Google if you search. It sucks, it's definitely way worse than Swype or the other more easily available swipe input methods. I'm sure it'll get better but right now it really isn't worth getting.
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Where'd you get the download? I'm interested because I retweeted their message so that they'd send the beta download, but havn't gotten a message yet going into the 2nd day now.
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Where'd you get the download? I'm interested because I retweeted their message so that they'd send the beta download, but havn't gotten a message yet going into the 2nd day now.
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One of the places where I've seen download links is first result if you google for [Mobilism View topic - TouchPal v4.8 Beta 20110729] (remove square brackets before searching)
Use at your own risk, careful for trojans etc.
swype killer
The one you are using is the old one. the new one is called touchpad curve. cant download yet. im sure it will be out soon. one of the beta testers will upload it to the internet
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One of the places where I've seen download links is first result if you google for [Mobilism View topic - TouchPal v4.8 Beta 20110729] (remove square brackets before searching)
Use at your own risk, careful for trojans etc.
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I got the beta, I like the fact that its kind of a mix of of swype and a gingerbread kind of keyboard, but I the swyping is not even close to as accurate and well done as Swype's. It takes me several swypes just to get the word "the." The only thing that that it does better than swype is type normally.
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One of the places where I've seen download links is first result if you google for [Mobilism View topic - TouchPal v4.8 Beta 20110729] (remove square brackets before searching)
Use at your own risk, careful for trojans etc.
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Sadly Mobilism has its own set of problems. The site has been down for much longer than I expected. I did manage to still easily obtain this download simply by viewing Google's cached version of the site, which shows all the external download links to all the apps [sweet!]. Anyway I just wanted to include that bit of info for anyone else searching this or other APKs on Mobilism; the website is currently offline.
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I got the beta, I like the fact that its kind of a mix of of swype and a gingerbread kind of keyboard, but I the swyping is not even close to as accurate and well done as Swype's. It takes me several swypes just to get the word "the." The only thing that that it does better than swype is type normally.
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@BlackSideburns Is this your version? TouchPal v4.8 Beta 20110729
Official website doesn't post a beta version number so I am just interested in having the latest.
If you got your beta version as a PM from retweeting TouchPal's video link, I'd be interested in obtaining this APK from you. If there is no login required like Swype's beta, it's probably already circulating around, but an upload would still be appreciated if it's different from the above 4.8_2011 07 29 version.
On one final note, I had a VERY similar experience with this "curve" enabled in TouchPal curve (it has to be enabled in options apparently) as BlackSideBurns. I have the exact same problem for the word "the" when "curving", I was forced to tap-t-h-e then shift back to the swipe method to save time. It felt the same but slight differences I had to get used to, such as how there is very little support for symbol swyping as Swype has lots of support for. It is still a Beta though right? There is always room for improvement
It's true the tap method works better than Swype! The advertised "blind-typing" isn't the best description, but it certainly does hold up it's word if you are not fan of Swype/Curve.
Also bnichs5 stated above that the new version is TouchPad not TouchPal. I can't find any other references of TouchPad.. so I'm confused about that statement.
Sorry for the super long reply I hope someone reads most of it lol.
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If you got your beta version as a PM from retweeting TouchPal's video link, I'd be interested in obtaining this APK from you. If there is no login required like Swype's beta, it's probably already circulating around, but an upload would still be appreciated if it's different from the above 4.8_2011 07 29 version.
On one final note, I had a VERY similar experience with this "curve" enabled in TouchPal curve (it has to be enabled in options apparently) as BlackSideBurns. I have the exact same problem for the word "the" when "curving", I was forced to tap-t-h-e then shift back to the swipe method to save time. It felt the same but slight differences I had to get used to, such as how there is very little support for symbol swyping as Swype has lots of support for. It is still a Beta though right? There is always room for improvement
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Actually version 5 has already come out of beta and is available on their Chinese website: http://www.chubao.cn/input_download.html
I find its predictive engine much better than Swype, and the ability to tap and swype at the same time works great for me.
I like it a lot
Go to the market it there for free for a limited time! I love it
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Yeah I'm liking it much better than swipe
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I've been using it for a week, pretty happy with it,
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Great KB
See here:
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