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DELL launched a new 7" tablet with Nvidia Tegra 2 processor. But no honeycomb system installed. Hmm, a lil bit confusing, the new Android (Honeycomb) is coming out soon and why stick to Froyo? Or maybe could be possible way to update to new operating system?. If that so, I therefore conclude that our Gtab is capable of new system with respect to specs. Wud ya tink?
Long live Gtab lovers!...
http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/06/dell-streak-7-official-on-t-mobiles-4g-network-bringing-dual-c/
What is disappointing is that Dell Streak 7 has the screen resolution of 800x480 which is the same as that of Dell Streak 5. So it's not actually comparable to Samsung Galaxy Tab which has 1024x600. At least for me I don't want to upgrade to a larger device with the same screen resolution because you can't view more without scrolling.
Thats probably so they cost keep the cost down.
My guess is 350.00 out the door.
I personally found it very difficult to read webpages on my Galaxy Tab @ 1024x600 unless I zoomed in which I thought made the higher resolution rather pointless for me.
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DELL launched a new 7" tablet with Nvidia Tegra 2 processor. But no honeycomb system installed. Hmm, a lil bit confusing, the new Android (Honeycomb) is coming out soon and why stick to Froyo? Or maybe could be possible way to update to new operating system?. If that so, I therefore conclude that our Gtab is capable of new system with respect to specs. Wud ya tink?
Long live Gtab lovers!...
http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/06/dell-streak-7-official-on-t-mobiles-4g-network-bringing-dual-c/
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Yeah but what you're got to ask yourselves is: will samsung ever offer an update for the gtab?
samsung have the worst reputation in the industry for lying to their customers in respect of 'imminent' updates that never happen, (take the galaxy s as an one example) even when honeycombe becomes available samsung will claim ignorance.
I think samsung charge carriers for what they consider to be a 'non essential' update, where as Dell would not.
Heads up their own ass...
I agree with you... Samsung can't seem to figure it out. It's not just their cell phones, either. Check out updates for their TV's and DVD players, too.
They like to throw the pasta noodle against the wall -- if it sticks -- they're done.
Dell Streak 7
Utilizes the dual core 1GHz NVIDIA Tegra T2 processor for great performance across a wide variety of entertainment tasks
Beyond support for T-Mobile’s 4G network, it supports up to 802.11n Wi-Fi
Dual cameras: 5 megapixel rear camera and 1.3 megapixel front-facing camera offers sharp video calling via the Qik Video Chat software over Wi-Fi or T-Mobile’s 3G and 4G networks
Runs Android 2.2 and full Flash 10.1 implementation – In my view, even with advancements in HTML 5 capability, Flash support gives you the best overall web experience
Live news, sports and entertainment television via T-Mobile TV
Offers the full Dell Stage experience with Stage widgets
Pricing and availability: Expected to become available through T-Mobile retail stores, T-Mobile.com and through Dell in the coming weeks
Ooh, I was not allowed to post dell link here. Just search for "Dell News from CES: Streak 7 Tablet, Venue Smartphone, Enhanced Dell Stage and More" to get to the link and pictures.
Do you know whether it uses the same 30-pin PDMI cable that the Streak 5 uses?
Philip said:
Do you know whether it uses the same 30-pin PDMI cable that the Streak 5 uses?
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From all the pictures and videos I've seen, it looks like it's the same connector.
this is actually bad news for Dell Streak 5 users... It's like Dell is going to focus on its new products and not gonna work on updates for Streak 5 very much....
Dammit LOL. I'm using my Streak for T-MOBILE and as u know I can only get Edge speeds on it. I shoulda waited lol.
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this is actually bad news for Dell Streak 5 users... It's like Dell is going to focus on its new products and not gonna work on updates for Streak 5 very much....
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Sources please
Too bad they left out the phone capability, I would have added a T-mobile account to my aresenal...lol
I wonder if it will get Honeycomb, and we can then port it over to the Streak 5 (aka: the original).
If it is marketed as a true tablet, then it might get a true tablet optimized experience, which might enhance the original Streak 5 experience, too.
I have had an overall good experience with the Streak 7 so far. Excellent speeds when in 4g coverage. Tethering is working well with googles app, but the internal (non-root) tethering function did not seem to work for me (maybe because it's rooted?).
I do not game so I cannot advise on that experience. The only thing that I really don't like is the button setup. It's designed for holding the tab in landscape mode, but when you switch to portrait, the buttons are at the bottom making it difficult to access them.
I'm witholding final judgement until I see Honeycomb running on it.
Dell Stage widgets are pretty much worthless. They are basically a meager attempt to make a phone os look better on a tab. The first thing I did was to move them to the trash.
Here is how I have mine set up:
http:/illdill.org/streak7/GEDC0052.jpg (Home Screen)
http:/illdill.org/streak7/GEDC0053.jpg (First Left)
http:/illdill.org/streak7/GEDC0054.jpg (First Right)
Copy and paste in browser if your interested in checking them out.
no desire with a tab that has 2.2, personally.
How will this thing run Honeycomb..Just got off the phone with Dell & they're saying even when Honeycomb comes out that it will be awhile before this tablet gets it...Wtf !!!!
Is there any other way to get it..forgive me if there is a way i don't know about...otherwise this thing is going back even though i love it
Arun01 said:
How will this thing run Honeycomb..Just got off the phone with Dell & they're saying even when Honeycomb comes out that it will be awhile before this tablet gets it...Wtf !!!!
Is there any other way to get it..forgive me if there is a way i don't know about...otherwise this thing is going back even though i love it
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IMHO, DJ_Steve's HoneyComb on Streak 7 may be earlier than Dell's. And better than Dell's
Well i hope so because it sucks that the Xoom is coming out with Honeycomb later this week & the "world's first 4g Tablet" can't even get Honeycomb when it comes out..argh! starting to like the Xoom..& i'll probaly be there for the pre order if something doesn't give..!!
Worst case scenario...we get an unofficial 3.0 Rom from our kick ass developers here at XDA. Trust me...we'll have Honeycomb.
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id rather have a dev. Rom based on honeycomb personally.
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any one have a review for this? i value XDA member reviews more then engadget or gizmodo.
also i was wondering if it would be possible to later on change the battery on the device
Not really much better than the Dell Streak 5
The Dell streak 7 is not that much better than the Dell Streak 5. It has a slightly larger screen (5 in. vs. 7 in.) Comes with Android 2.2, (Dell streak 5 also does, but this was an update). It doesn't have a faster processor or even 4g. You might as well consider a Xoom or waiting for another tablet.
I'm confused as to ur comment. The streak 7 has a tegra2. And 4g. Did u mean that's the only difference from the streak7. And I would wait for a xoom but I'm not a fan of the 10" form factor
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The 7in tabs just seem like big phones. I'd rather have a 10in model.
does this one have phone capability too?
I generally don't go by reviews from the likes of Gizmodo but given a low resolution screen coupled with poor viewing angles is enough to make it a "no buy" for me.
Played with the Dell Streak 7 today along side a Galaxy Tab.
Aside from Asphalt 5 looking better on the tab, I liked the Streak for everything else over the tab.
So gamers might want the Tab but for other stuff I would go with the Streak hands down.
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The Dell streak 7 is not that much better than the Dell Streak 5. It has a slightly larger screen (5 in. vs. 7 in.) Comes with Android 2.2, (Dell streak 5 also does, but this was an update). It doesn't have a faster processor or even 4g. You might as well consider a Xoom or waiting for another tablet.
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Highriser doesn't know what he's talking about as both the statements about what it doesn't have are wrong.
I'm not a fan of gizmodo or engadgets reviews either. Seem to apple biased to me and care way to much about small details. But that aside the only major concern I have is the batterylife. It seems pretty awful and was wondering what the chances are of a extended battery maybe 4000-5000 coming out soon. And whay about root?
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Dell has an extended battery for the Streak 5,so one could infer that the same will be provided for the 7".... and click the developers forum for the Streak 7.... it's already been rooted, instructions are given there.
Check out the Digital Digest review on Youtube... unbiased and positive.
Didn't read gizmodo's cus they are ridiculous... and got pissed at the Engadget review because they shoot things down over trivial items such as "veiwing angles" which IMHO aren't even a factor for me when deciding to buy a device.
I have the Streak 5 because I want a tablet with phone... I tried the Galaxy Tab... nice, but no 3G Tmo phone access and too many hurdles involved in getting the phone working...
If the Streak 7 comes out with Tmo 3G access, might consider it. But I have to say I LOVE the Streak 5... perfect blend of portability and function to me.
xexes said:
Dell has an extended battery for the Streak 5,so one could infer that the same will be provided for the 7".... and click the developers forum for the Streak 7.... it's already been rooted, instructions are given there.
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The Streak 7 does not have a removable battery like the 5 does.
On a positive note, Here is a decent review for a change.
http://hothardware.com/Reviews/Dell-Streak-7-Android-Tablet-HandsOn-Preview/Default.aspx
I own a Streak 5, Streak 7, and a Viewsonic G-Tablet.
Facts about the Streak 7"
1-This DOES have the Nvidia Tegra dual core
2-Only has 256MB RAM
3-Battery life is poor (around 3 hours of regular useage (browsing, etc)
4-This unit is very fast
5-Display is good, but only 800x480
6-Evcellent g-sensor and accellerometer response
7-4G, I tested in a 4G area, and DL was 6.4Mb/sec, UL was about 1.4Mb/sec
Overall, I really like the unit, but am waiting for the LG G-Slate
I think the display is fine. Its actually the same ppi as the ipad and I have never heard anyone cry about the screen on that device.
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I think the display is fine. Its actually the same ppi as the ipad and I have never heard anyone cry about the screen on that device.
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the iPad is 1024-by-768-pixel resolution at 132 pixels per inch (ppi). The ppi isn't what people have issues with its the 800x480 resolution.
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the iPad is 1024-by-768-pixel resolution at 132 pixels per inch (ppi). The ppi isn't what people have issues with its the 800x480 resolution.
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The streak has a good enough screen for $200.
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The streak has a good enough screen for $200.
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Not sure why you quoted me. I simply corrected your statement. But since you mentioned it. One persons good enough may not be the same as anothers. I like my streak 7 but it may not be everyones cup of tea. Plus its 200 with a 2 year contract of 39.99/month. That does make a huge difference.
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Not sure why you quoted me. I simply corrected your statement. But since you mentioned it. One persons good enough may not be the same as anothers. I like my streak 7 but it may not be everyones cup of tea. Plus its 200 with a 2 year contract of 39.99/month. That does make a huge difference.
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I only paid $150.00 for mine and I have the $24.99 plan with a 15% military discount. Its not a bad deal compared to what the LG is going to cost.
craig4855 said:
I own a Streak 5, Streak 7, and a Viewsonic G-Tablet.
Facts about the Streak 7"
1-This DOES have the Nvidia Tegra dual core
2-Only has 256MB RAM
3-Battery life is poor (around 3 hours of regular useage (browsing, etc)
4-This unit is very fast
5-Display is good, but only 800x480
6-Evcellent g-sensor and accellerometer response
7-4G, I tested in a 4G area, and DL was 6.4Mb/sec, UL was about 1.4Mb/sec
Overall, I really like the unit, but am waiting for the LG G-Slate
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WOW WOW WOW only 256MB RAM.... im sticking with my NC w/ froyo
rumitg2 said:
WOW WOW WOW only 256MB RAM.... im sticking with my NC w/ froyo
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No..it has 512mb RAM. 364MB accessible to the user.
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Oh alright got scared for androids future for a second there
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I've come across the news that the Acer Iconia Tab A100 will be a 7-inch Honeycomb device, same resolution as the Nook Color. This gives me hope for the prospects of a "better Honeycomb" for our own tablets. Perhaps even if it's not open sourced by then, we might see a higher quality port from the Iconia, more functional than from the SDK?
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if it sells for $300 or less and has GPS I will have one. I need it for an all in one car system.
iolinux333 said:
if it sells for $300 or less and has GPS I will have one. I need it for an all in one car system.
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Probably won't be $300 considering that so far the best priced Android tab that is not marketed as an eReader available (sorta) is the Transformer at $399, but if they can get it to $350 and have a GPS and microphone I would get it as my new all around system. I would want the microphone for voice input while driving, not to mention I like to record seminars and stuff.
Reviews on the ten inch model are excellent so far, so I look forward to testing this when it comes out. Ideally if a North American cellular version comes out, at a reasonable price, I could replace my Nook.
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everytime a device similar to a nook comes out with honeycomb on it people ask if it will help us... unless it has exactly all the same options as the nook or they release honeycomb for the nook.. it wont help so we'll just have to wait for the source release
cmstlist said:
Reviews on the ten inch model are excellent so far, so I look forward to testing this when it comes out. Ideally if a North American cellular version comes out, at a reasonable price, I could replace my Nook.
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I was just at BB playing with this display model and it was awesome. The price tag on it was $459 or $449...... definitely worth every penny. It was smooth as silk. I don't think I would get one though. I love using my NC fot its primary function; reading books. The 1.2 update just added gravy to it. I hardly use my GB sd card anymore. But, if you are in the market for a new tablet, I find the acer more responsive and i feel you get the best bang for your buck. More so than the Xoom.
I must be the only person that doesn't really like Honeycomb on a 7 inch screen.
poofyhairguy said:
I must be the only person that doesn't really like Honeycomb on a 7 inch screen.
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I don't like how it looks on a Nook Color when adapted from the SDK. But I would imagine that if Acer is releasing this on a finished product, they're going to have figured out how to adapt it to be as good as possible. Certainly with Google working on "Ice Cream Sandwich" 3.1 to unite the phone and tablet streams, it makes sense that there should be some middle-ground way of perfecting it for the 7" form factor.
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I must be the only person that doesn't really like Honeycomb on a 7 inch screen.
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I've had no problems running Honeycomb on the NC, in fact, I love it. I think the improvements made to the UI make sense on anything bigger than a phone screen (3 to 4 inches), it doesn't necessarily need to be 10 inches.
Whenever the 3.0 source is released through AOSP and we have a fully realized build of Honeycomb for the NC, I think it is going to really impress a lot of people. Especially looking at the prices for other Honeycomb devices.
Well...I've had it for a couple months, and Dell has still not delivered on their promise of official Honeycomb.
I just got hired for a job, and should have a few hundred by the end of the month.
The Asus transformer meets all my needs - an official Honeycomb tablet, it can be used as a notebook (it has a docking keyboard and can be flashed to dual-boot linux) and there are already plans for a Transformer 2, which depending on price, I may wait for (running a Tegra 3 quad-core.)
So, I'm highly considering switching to Asus.
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Well...I've had it for a couple months, and Dell has still not delivered on their promise of official Honeycomb.
I just got hired for a job, and should have a few hundred by the end of the month.
The Asus transformer meets all my needs - an official Honeycomb tablet, it can be used as a notebook (it has a docking keyboard and can be flashed to dual-boot linux) and there are already plans for a Transformer 2, which depending on price, I may wait for (running a Tegra 3 quad-core.)
So, I'm highly considering switching to Asus.
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Ditto... Dell is suckin it up when it comes to support.
Do it. I hate this thing. Steve has done so much and it's still only bearable. I used it for like the first month I had it and went back to using my much smaller phone. Mainly due to the terrible display. Unfortunately there is no rom that can improve a display. I can't even sell it. People use it and there like oh no thanks. I may have to pay someone to take it away lol. But for realz tho. I would sell it if I were you. Just hope you have an easier time of it than I am.
Edited because I'm tired and shiz didn't make sense.
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I have both the transformer and the streak . I like them both. To each there own.
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You people crack me up and I'm not saying this to be mean, but why would you buy a device on hopes that it may or may not be upgraded. Think about it, staples ad's and website say OTA Honeycomb Upgradable, and Dell's website just says something like OTA Upgradable. To me that doesn't say it will be it says it can be. If and when this gets upgraded it would be 3.2, but you can't just snap your fingers and say here it is. That's not to say that Dell is working on an upgrade because I don't know. I'm not sure what angles you are using this at, but the angles I use it at to view e-mails, read a book are fine for me. I mean I wouldn't have paid $300 for the WiFi only (which is what I have) nor would I have locked myself into a contract with it, but I gladly bought it with the $100 off coupon and I did have to return my first one because the capacitive buttons weren't working. You can't buy technology on hopes and promises, you have to research and decide if the device as is will fulfill your needs. If not don't buy it. This for me is doing everything I need it to as is. I want Honeycomb as much as the next person, but what this device has been out what at total of 6 months or something and honeycomb has been available for less than that. I've had my droid 2 for a year and Verizon still has yet to roll out Gingerbread for it (I did however get tired of waiting and flashed CM7 on it).
If you are leaving and you say you cant sell it easy, ill buy it from you if you make me a good enough deal. I love my ds7. Ill get one for my wife
Let me know!
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dpoindexter said:
You people crack me up and I'm not saying this to be mean, but why would you buy a device on hopes that it may or may not be upgraded. Think about it, staples ad's and website say OTA Honeycomb Upgradable, and Dell's website just says something like OTA Upgradable. To me that doesn't say it will be it says it can be. If and when this gets upgraded it would be 3.2, but you can't just snap your fingers and say here it is. That's not to say that Dell is working on an upgrade because I don't know. I'm not sure what angles you are using this at, but the angles I use it at to view e-mails, read a book are fine for me. I mean I wouldn't have paid $300 for the WiFi only (which is what I have) nor would I have locked myself into a contract with it, but I gladly bought it with the $100 off coupon and I did have to return my first one because the capacitive buttons weren't working. You can't buy technology on hopes and promises, you have to research and decide if the device as is will fulfill your needs. If not don't buy it. This for me is doing everything I need it to as is. I want Honeycomb as much as the next person, but what this device has been out what at total of 6 months or something and honeycomb has been available for less than that. I've had my droid 2 for a year and Verizon still has yet to roll out Gingerbread for it (I did however get tired of waiting and flashed CM7 on it).
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Go to Dell automated support and search Honeycomb. It says there WILL be Honeycomb. They didn't say that it's upgradeable, they said there would be an upgrade. In fact, I think if there is not a Honeycomb upgrade, it may be enough that someone can take a class-action against them. And you make a good point that the tablet has been out longer than the OS, but that can cut both ways. This means Dell had the hardware plenty long to create a Honeycomb build for it...if they were going to, I don't see why it wouldn't have been done by now.
pyraxiate said:
If you are leaving and you say you cant sell it easy, ill buy it from you if you make me a good enough deal. I love my ds7. Ill get one for my wife
Let me know!
Thanks
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I am considering keeping it as a backup or to carry around, even if I get the transformer (7 inch is easier for me.) But if I do decide to sell it, I'll tell you
bluesy_92 said:
I am considering keeping it as a backup or to carry around, even if I get the transformer (7 inch is easier for me.) But if I do decide to sell it, I'll tell you
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I bought mine with the staples deal because it was a 7 inch tablet with nice speakers and a tegra 2 processor and the two cameras. It is a good deal for 200.00. If HC gets on here that is a bonus for me.
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sdelliott31 said:
I bought mine with the staples deal because it was a 7 inch tablet with nice speakers and a tegra 2 processor and the two cameras. It is a good deal for 200.00. If HC gets on here that is a bonus for me.
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I picked mine up for 200 brand new in box unopened and a new unopened otterbox commuter case. I love craigslist lol. So far overall im pleased with it. Screen resolution with rdp is acceptable. I use mine tethered to my 50 / Month cricket kyocera zio phone. Their internet speed is so much better than at&t 3g service. With a 7 inch screen I wouldn't want a higher resolution. A higher resolution means everything would be tiny in rdp (I need to use it while driving like a touchscreen mobile workstation) and so far with a bluetooth keyboard it does nicely. The viewing angle isn't the best but acceptable. Im not even pressed for hc because it does EVERYTHING it should without a hitch ( rdp, netflix, movies, game console emulators, 3-4 hrs battery w/ heavy usage, ect). You get the storage graphics and processor of the large tablets ....but also something even better. IT FITS IN YOUR BACK POCKET!!!!!!!!! (Im a smaller guy w/ a 30 inch waist and it fits easily in any pair of Levi or old navy rear pants pocket I have
Just my opinion though.
bluesy_92, you're talking about this link: www5 dot nohold dot net/Dell/Loginr.aspx?pid=7&Streak=Streak%205&login=1&userrole=USen which is not even on the dell website, and holds no merit in my opinion. I would look at this: www dot dell dot com/us/p/mobile-streak-7/pd click on tech specs and it clearly states "Android™ 2.2 (Froyo) with Over the Air Upgrade Capability". Class action suit? So if my laptop is not compatible with the next version of Windows or Linux, I should go after the manufacturer of the laptop, or I can't run OSX (not that I would want to) on my laptop should I go after Apple or HP? The fact is, that Honeycomb 3 and 3.1 had well documented problems with the 7" screen size so since 3.2 which is said to fix this has only been available for what a few weeks, if that? So while I agree we need Honeycomb, I'm patient enough for Dell and Google to get it right. Google hasn't even released the source yet because it's just not done. Would you rather have a device that is at least IMO stable on 2.2.2 or a device that may or may not be stable on Honeycomb as it stands? Why are there no Honeycomb 7" tablets on the market currently? I mean even searching for the Chinese brands there are none. When we get it, if we get it, it will be awesome, but as it stands I'm happy having a device that actually works for me, this is not my first tablet, in fact it's my 4th.
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bluesy_92, you're talking about this link: www5 dot nohold dot net/Dell/Loginr.aspx?pid=7&Streak=Streak%205&login=1&userrole=USen which is not even on the dell website, and holds no merit in my opinion. I would look at this: www dot dell dot com/us/p/mobile-streak-7/pd click on tech specs and it clearly states "Android™ 2.2 (Froyo) with Over the Air Upgrade Capability". Class action suit? So if my laptop is not compatible with the next version of Windows or Linux, I should go after the manufacturer of the laptop, or I can't run OSX (not that I would want to) on my laptop should I go after Apple or HP? The fact is, that Honeycomb 3 and 3.1 had well documented problems with the 7" screen size so since 3.2 which is said to fix this has only been available for what a few weeks, if that? So while I agree we need Honeycomb, I'm patient enough for Dell and Google to get it right. Google hasn't even released the source yet because it's just not done. Would you rather have a device that is at least IMO stable on 2.2.2 or a device that may or may not be stable on Honeycomb as it stands? Why are there no Honeycomb 7" tablets on the market currently? I mean even searching for the Chinese brands there are none. When we get it, if we get it, it will be awesome, but as it stands I'm happy having a device that actually works for me, this is not my first tablet, in fact it's my 4th.
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A computer being compatible with the next version of Windows is a different matter - unless it is specifically stated that it will be compatible.
As it stands now, it says 2.2 on the Dell website, because that is the current OS. The fact that is says that there WILL, not MIGHT, be an upgrade, means they need to deliver. And as far as I'm concerned, there are already 7 inch tablets planned for release on Honeycomb 3.2, and we've had the hardware MUCH longer than they have, Dell had time. At the very least, if Honeycomb isn't coming out anytime soon, they can at least acknowledge it, rather than pretending it doesn't exist, and say straight-up that there is going to be a wait.
Oh, and if you haven't been here last week, Dell Mobility was telling people that Honeycomb was already being pushed to devices, despite the fact the update was never pushed. Also, this was around the time of the Staples deal. Any company that lies to their user-base to get sales, does not deserve them.
Yes, 2.2 is very stable, but Dells customer support - not so much.
I understand what you're saying but believe you are missing my point. Yes there are 7" versions planned to be released, like the Acer Iconia A100, which was supposed to come out earlier this year, but has yet to come out due to the issues with Honeycomb and screen size, not that there may not have been hardware issues or something but what I read was mainly honeycomb. Even the much hyped Vizio tablet is shipping with Android 2.3, because as they state "Honeycomb is just not stable, once we feel it's stable we will consider an upgrade". Now don't misunderstand me, yes the tablet we have is Honeycomb compatible, I have yet to find anything on the Dell website that states it WILL get it, though I have read that it was announced at CES that it WILL get it. I believe it will get it. And yes I did read the posts on here regarding Dell telling people it was being pushed when it wasn't. The biggest problem with companies is over promising and under delivering, personally I am not a Dell person (and actually hate the company) and had a hard time actually purchasing a Dell product. But purchased this device based on the hardware and my needs, that and the $100 off, but did not read forums before making my purchase so as not to be swayed. My business partner has the 7" Galaxy tab, and made her ask Verizon before getting locked in if it would ever see Honeycomb, they flat out told her no. Now the staples website does state "Android™ 2.2-based tablet with over-the-air upgrade capability to Android™ 3.0 (Honeycomb). Upgrade date TBA." But I still say, make your purchases based on if the device fills your need as is, not what the device could be. I have had my share of crappy support from Dell in the past with business computers, so much as to tell them to go f$$# themselves I'm voiding the warranty and fixing it myself.
I flip flop like a politician on this tablet. Some days I hate it some days I love it.
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best $199 tablet in the market
This is best tablet for $199...even with honeystreak thanks djsteve...7 inch tablet perfect size,I use this more than my ipad 2....
Yeah dell will probably not update the streak 7 since 10 inch dell streak pro coming out in Sept..if they do it will be updated with froyo 2.2.3 not honeycomb but who knows for sure...if you go website it doesnt look promising...we will see hopefully we do get update honeycomb-----
Maybe they're holding out in order to release IceCreamSandwich. Why release HC when everyone will be screaming for ice cream? You scream, I scream...we all scream for ice cream.
sdelliott31 said:
I bought mine with the staples deal because it was a 7 inch tablet with nice speakers and a tegra 2 processor and the two cameras. It is a good deal for 200.00. If HC gets on here that is a bonus for me.
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Ditto here. I really like my Archos 70S tablet which pretty much has the same general specs, screen resolution, limited viewing angle, Android 2.2.x, etc. Since its from Archos it plays tons of media even formats the Streak can't. Much lighter than the Streak with better battery life too.
Yet with all that, I think the $200 I paid for my Streak at the Staples sale is a bargain. This is an official Google approved device so no need for a hack just to get market. Has a built-in GPS and enough system memory and storage to run a ton of apps at the same time and have a plethora of downloaded programs to run. The Archos 256 M of memory and 300 M of app storage is quite limiting, but then it was designed with a price point way cheaper than the Streak. So no Gorilla glass either. No dock although it does have a USB port on the device which is handy and a mini HDMI port that I much prefer on a dock like the Streak.
Add to that the Tegra2 chipset on the streak, the capacity to vibrate (I assume that's part of being a Google approved device), a compass (ditto) and there's nothing like it on the market.
Getting HC is just gravy as far as I'm concerned.
pyraxiate said:
I picked mine up for 200 brand new in box unopened and a new unopened otterbox commuter case. I love craigslist lol. So far overall im pleased with it. Screen resolution with rdp is acceptable. I use mine tethered to my 50 / Month cricket kyocera zio phone. Their internet speed is so much better than at&t 3g service. With a 7 inch screen I wouldn't want a higher resolution. A higher resolution means everything would be tiny in rdp (I need to use it while driving like a touchscreen mobile workstation) and so far with a bluetooth keyboard it does nicely. The viewing angle isn't the best but acceptable. Im not even pressed for hc because it does EVERYTHING it should without a hitch ( rdp, netflix, movies, game console emulators, 3-4 hrs battery w/ heavy usage, ect). You get the storage graphics and processor of the large tablets ....but also something even better. IT FITS IN YOUR BACK POCKET!!!!!!!!! (Im a smaller guy w/ a 30 inch waist and it fits easily in any pair of Levi or old navy rear pants pocket I have
Just my opinion though.
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I agree, its really the only tablet that you CAN fit in your pocket, and as far as the viewing goes its not like your displaying it for a whole room to view it at once, by a big screen tv at that...