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Facebook is horrible on JB/N7...missing features?

Good afternoon XDA!
Having received my N7 yesterday, I didn't get to play with it too much until later on at night. One of the first things I noticed was that the Facebook app on the device is missing many of the main features. I'm not sure if it's a JellyBean issue (as my Galaxy Nexus is CDMA and I haven't modded it to JB yet) or a N7 issue, but there's no way to see someone's Pictures, Info, or Favorites. What I mean is that if you go to someone's profile the only thing visible is their Wall. There's no way to go into the other sections of someone's profile. The only way to see their pictures is if they post them on their walls.
Anyone else notice this? For those that have, if you also have JellyBean on another device does it do it there, as well? I just have no way of knowing if this is a JB issue or a device-specific issue. I can't seem to find any other complaints, which I'm a bit confused by...I understand that this device is extremely new, but a *vast* majority of Android users also spend quite a bit of time on Facebook, so I'd be surprised if nobody had run into this issue before me (or at least made comments on it).
Post thoughts and maybe we can narrow it down!

I'm seeing the same issue. I've heard good things about Friendcaster as a superior replacement so I'd try that.

Friendcaster is a good alternative and in many ways superior to the Facebook app - you can have multiple log ins/accounts and much more responsive than facebook
zombies1337 said:
I'm seeing the same issue. I've heard good things about Friendcaster as a superior replacement so I'd try that.
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hotleadsingerguy said:
Good afternoon XDA!
Having received my N7 yesterday, I didn't get to play with it too much until later on at night. One of the first things I noticed was that the Facebook app on the device is missing many of the main features. I'm not sure if it's a JellyBean issue (as my Galaxy Nexus is CDMA and I haven't modded it to JB yet) or a N7 issue, but there's no way to see someone's Pictures, Info, or Favorites. What I mean is that if you go to someone's profile the only thing visible is their Wall. There's no way to go into the other sections of someone's profile. The only way to see their pictures is if they post them on their walls.
Anyone else notice this? For those that have, if you also have JellyBean on another device does it do it there, as well? I just have no way of knowing if this is a JB issue or a device-specific issue. I can't seem to find any other complaints, which I'm a bit confused by...I understand that this device is extremely new, but a *vast* majority of Android users also spend quite a bit of time on Facebook, so I'd be surprised if nobody had run into this issue before me (or at least made comments on it).
Post thoughts and maybe we can narrow it down!
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I have both the Galaxy Nexus on JB and the N7, I can definitely confirm that the FB app is lacking on the N7 especially when going into peoples profiles. However on the Galaxy Nexus it has every single feature that it had on GB and ICS. No idea what the deal is with the N7 version of the app.

Facebook app isn't set up for tablets on JB as far as I'm aware. Give them a bit to update the app and we will see.

No your wrong, its not the fact its a tablet on jelly bean, its the fact its a tablet.
My transformer prime has the exact same problem and its on ics
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Early days I think we will get a better update in due course, not so much a Facebook freak anyway but does fine for my use's
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I was thinking the same thing earlier today. Hopefully it gets an update soon!
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jotei66 said:
Early days I think we will get a better update in due course, not so much a Facebook freak anyway but does fine for my use's
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Early day's? The problems been there Fot every android tablet, facebook app sucks ass and they don't seem to care. Friendcaster whilst not being as pretty gives tonnes more functionality
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Friendcaster is light years ahead of FB app. Try it for free then get the ad free version. You'll thank me.
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Just my 2 cents, but FB apps in general on all devices are poorly optimized. One of the few things i'd rather view with a browser.

FB for Phone on Tablet
Is there a way to install the FB app that runs on smartphones on the N7?

mxporkchop said:
Is there a way to install the FB app that runs on smartphones on the N7?
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That's what you have installed. The app adjusts itself based on being on a tablet or phone.
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You can't interact with people that disable third party access on FB when using Friend caster. Just a heads up.
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akarol said:
Friendcaster is light years ahead of FB app. Try it for free then get the ad free version. You'll thank me.
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Is there any difference between the Pro version and the Free, other than ads? $5 is not worth it for me for ads...

The Facebook app is terribad on every platform, and every form factor. Just don't bother using it.

Can't use same camera effects taking pics as editing pics?

Does this make sense to anyone? There are a few nice filters in the camera app, granted I don't particularly like filters. I just want to experiment with them from time to time. If you edit a pic already taken, you get different effects/filters than you get before taking the pic.
I'd rather apply my filter/effects after taking the pic rather than before. But doesn't seem that's possible. I've already gotten an app for this, so I don't need any suggestions. But kind of bothered HTC chose to do this.
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gk1984 said:
Does this make sense to anyone? There are a few nice filters in the camera app, granted I don't particularly like filters. I just want to experiment with them from time to time. If you edit a pic already taken, you get different effects/filters than you get before taking the pic.
I'd rather apply my filter/effects after taking the pic rather than before. But doesn't seem that's possible. I've already gotten an app for this, so I don't need any suggestions. But kind of bothered HTC chose to do this.
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Try download a photo editing app. I don't know any good ones bc I don't use them but check the play store reviews.
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gmfeny said:
Try download a photo editing app. I don't know any good ones bc I don't use them but check the play store reviews.
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Yeah I said I got one and happy with that. Just stupid HTC did it this way
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All I got from the OP was I don't like a feature I know I have no control over...useless. Camera and the editing software on Android phones are generally two seperate programs, so yes something (filter, effects, etc.), that the developers choose to leave out of one side of the software is not intertwinable with the omitted functionality of the other program by default. You would need to build or more likely wait fora custom Rom that incorporates the feature you 'prefer' which will probably never happen.
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Get PicSay Pro it's awesome
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[Q] need for speed most wanted

I am getting a black screen. Did a Google search... Looks like this is an issue. Can't find a fix for this for the HTC One. Any help would be appreciated . TIA

Most of the time if a game or app is broken for a particular phone, it's up to the app developer to fix it.
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Yeah it doesn't support our "advanced" display yet. I have the same issues, I did get first on the first race using the minimap
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Can't post the apk, but if you Google NFSMW Nexus 7 MOD you'll find a version that works for our phones.
It doesn't have the blur effect and it doesn't run completely lag free, but it's definitely playable..
Aside from that, don't expect a fix for it...this effects the DNA as well and they haven't fixed it for that phone yet. How long has it been?
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Thanks
Won't hold my breath for a fix then. Thanks.

After the crap EA has been pulling with their games on all platforms, I wouldn't expect much anyway. They've gone to hell a while ago. Hopefully their new ceo corrects things.
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felacio said:
Can't post the apk, but if you Google NFSMW Nexus 7 MOD you'll find a version that works for our phones.
It doesn't have the blur effect and it doesn't run completely lag free, but it's definitely playable..
Aside from that, don't expect a fix for it...this effects the DNA as well and they haven't fixed it for that phone yet. How long has it been?
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thanks for the hint dude! playable now!!

Camera Fix Coming in Android 4.3

http://news.yahoo.com/htc-one-suffering-camera-issues-fix-coming-android-235530212.html

There already is a 4.3 camera in international forum that works on Sprint One.
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Which one? I'd like to try it out.
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Link?
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I am not sure if this is it, can't remember where download from exactly.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=44764316
[APP][SENSE][M7]Camera.apk from newest 2.25 base with GIF support and better quality
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This makes me afraid.
They turned down the Boomsound in 4.2 because people were popping speakers.
Rumor has it that HTC will simply limit the ISO or something to reduce the tint.
If they do, the HTC will have, beyond a shadow of a doubt, gone down the drain.
If they actually fix this, it will truly be the world's (second) best camera phone for low light.
Also, has anybody else noticed the dire lack of basic editing features in the stock gallery app? I installed the 4.3 camera apk, but it's ridiculous.

sauprankul said:
This makes me afraid.
They turned down the Boomsound in 4.2 because people were popping speakers.
Rumor has it that HTC will simply limit the ISO or something to reduce the tint.
If they do, the HTC will have, beyond a shadow of a doubt, gone down the drain.
If they actually fix this, it will truly be the world's (second) best camera phone for low light.
Also, has anybody else noticed the dire lack of basic editing features in the stock gallery app? I installed the 4.3 camera apk, but it's ridiculous.
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What editing features are you talking about?? There are plenty if u know where to look.
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how come when ever i send a picture to any one through text message or upload a pic or video to any social media site they always look like crap..extremly grainy/blurry/pixelated...any way to fix that or do i need a new phone? im stock non rooted

beezy69 said:
how come when ever i send a picture to any one through text message or upload a pic or video to any social media site they always look like crap..extremly grainy/blurry/pixelated...any way to fix that or do i need a new phone? im stock non rooted
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Whenever you send a pic or upload a pic it gets compressed. Since you are not rooted I'm not sure if you can change the compression threshold
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I use a 3rd party text app. The default ONE app compress' the pictures that's why they look like ****. I use Textra. It's simple and easy.
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Messycreampie said:
I use a 3rd party text app. The default ONE app compress' the pictures that's why they look like ****. I use Textra. It's simple and easy.
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i use GO SMS Pro, that and the stock app both do it, i will try textra...
Whenever you send a pic or upload a pic it gets compressed. Since you are not rooted I'm not sure if you can change the compression threshold
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how can i change compression?

ronniemayo said:
What editing features are you talking about?? There are plenty if u know where to look.
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Sorry. Either I'm blind, or that was added in 4.2, which I don't have yet.

sauprankul said:
Sorry. Either I'm blind, or that was added in 4.2, which I don't have yet.
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I'm Not on 4.2. When you go to edit, hold down on one of the filters or auto enhance and then drag it over to customize.
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ronniemayo said:
I'm Not on 4.2. When you go to edit, hold down on one of the filters or auto enhance and then drag it over to customize.
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Got it, thanks.
Better read some manuals once in a while.

ronniemayo said:
I'm Not on 4.2. When you go to edit, hold down on one of the filters or auto enhance and then drag it over to customize.
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Great tip. I had no clue you could do that.
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I am pretty sick of the low light purple tint. My HTC evo lte never did that in fact I think the camera was better on that phone but I can't do both. One day I will get a high precision camera that has wi do and social interaction features. Anyways a fix or attempted fix is welcomed.
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Another article
HTC One update to fix Ultrapixel purple picture problem

how can you fix a 4MP camera? lol

flex360 said:
how can you fix a 4MP camera? lol
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SG4 is the only possible fix for that

naturecannon said:
SG4 is the only possible fix for that
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and whats the fix for the crappy touchwiz?
touchwiz is a god aweful android version, plus the homebutton is a step in the wrong direction

Rom Wish List / Idea

Now that I have root, and can at least flash zips through OpenRecoveryScript, I have been thinking about what I want out this rom, but got me thinking about an idea. While we have kitchens in the past, I do not think anyone has ever done a web-based kitchen. i.e. select the options you want on a web-page and it compiles the zip in the background and then lets you download.
This has been done for years in the programming industry for frameworks (jquery, etc)..
Anyways... Here are some ideas of my dream rom
Options
carousel mode
Screen on with text
Remove HTC apps (Blink Feed, Kid Mode, etc)
Remove stock apps (Mail, browser, etc)
Remove all languages except one you use
Move Google apps outside of /system/ that way they can be added and deleted as needed.
Remove live wall papers
Add common community apps such as Wi-F Tether, etc
Basically build a base rom with the stand rom featuers, zip-aligned, de-odexed, tweaks, etc...
I know alot of this is an option with AROMA installer, but by doing it this way, it makes the download that much smaller.....
Thoughts??

I vote we go for kernel source and get CM, omni, carbon, cfxperiment ect going Personal opinion

I'll add to the list
Alternative (or combine) LTE/Spark icons
Alternative battery icon with %
Remove NFC icon
Xposed Installer
Exchange Security Bypass

I would love a Bad Boyz rom for the m8,it was great on the m7.
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I just want something to flash lol. Insert coin was my dd on the m7.
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Well, for stock, I'd love everything removed that you could get from the play store, and a folder separate with removed apps if you wanted them.
Aroma is cool and all, but takes longer than this method.
Configurable buttons and long press options.
Oh, and an amazing kernel!

I made a stripped down rom for the gs3 called BareBones and I'll probably make a similar rom for this phone as well.

Beanstalk, my dd from the jewel. But it is CM based so we need that first.

Delete (wrong thread)

auto hide soft keys - like when you launch the camera app.

I'd love cm11
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pbedard said:
I'd love cm11
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Really?
pbedard said:
Just got mine I've built an unofficial cm11 it flashed it fine
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Dude, I remember you from the Evo 3D days. I see you're still trolling around....

For what its worth Myn now has a HTC one M8 and may start developing again. For those that remember Warm rom will know his work quality. He is on VZW now but I will try to help as much as I can with mine. Him coming back to HTC is what motivated me to loose the Nexus 5 and return to HTC.

I would like to see the app drawer smooth scroll instead of by pages....I hate haveing to stretch for a icon at the top of screen when I could have had it in middle or more accessible
Sprint M8

fastamx79 said:
Really?
Dude, I remember you from the Evo 3D days. I see you're still trolling around....
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Well guess what I know how to build cm ROMs from their sources now bit they don't have data or phone working yet.
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