Noticed a thread in another forum about this topic but hasn't had any activity in a few months.
Anyone know what the status is for HBO GO availability for G-Tab 7.7? I would love to watch some movies / series on my tab.
I use it all the time on my 7.7. Just open the website using the browser. The buttons sometimes on the website are not the most responsive but everything works. As far as the app goes, I still don't think a tablet version is out yet.
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Even better in full screen mode with gesture gmd app or hidebar
I sent another nag mail to hbogo dev team the other day & they promptly replied that
we HC / ICS tablet users will be getting a nice hbogo surprise early this summer
In the meantime hbogo & cinemax go are decent with the browser.
I'm wonderin why showtime anytime seems to only care about iphone/ipad users.
Website says android app soon for MONTHS
Unlike hbo & maxgo, showtime is not Android browser friendly
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Hi guys,
I really want to love the Xoom, I like android a lot and the hardware is too good (at least at this point)
But I not in place where I can drop my iPad for good. The reasons are pure app specific, if I get these decent on Xoom... it's bye bye iPad.
So this is a quasi-'need help' thread. to double check if I'm not missing anything
1. Magazine app - Something like Zinio, I depend too much on it and couldn't find even an ETA on when Zinio will be available for Android
~ Solved. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=11939617&postcount=5
2. Comics reader - I know we have the Comics app but I need a cbr/cbz reader. I tired AVC but doesn't seam to work on Honeycomb
~ Solved. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=11939617&postcount=6
3. A UI-nice IM app. I love the Gtalk app but need facebook and skype IM app
4. Netflix app.
5. Tablet specific twitter, facebook, foursquare apps. I know iPad doesn't have FB or FS apps but this would be nice
6. Now the big big deal... I consider all these tablets as a 'consumption' devices, and the biggest thing I 'consume' is movies and tv shows...
The best thing about iPad is, I just launch iTunes app then rent a movie, wait for sometime and then enjoy the movie...
Is there a way I can get this experience on a Xoom? I know that right now most of the HD formats play on tegra but is there any hope to get this?
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Disclaimer: Please don't pounce on this post and call me a iFreak. I'm not trying to diss the Xoom or Android. I did search and try apps to see if I could get all this... but couldn't find a way. So before I make a decision I just wanted some opinions.
thanks
Don't forget the completely absent Google Docs app! Someone please tell me its in the works....
If you download Spare parts and unselect Compatibility mode AVC works great. i have been using it for days now with no FC.
zinio
Zinio works great. I use it on my Xoom and Galaxy Tab.
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Zinio works great. I use it on my Xoom and Galaxy Tab.
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I'm not able to find it in the market. Do you have the apk? thanks a million
[Edit] Ok got the apk, wow one down now I'm working on the comics reader.
Here is the link to the apks
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=9881901
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Have you tried jj comic viewer for comics? i cant confirm it works on 3.0 but it is the best ive found pre HC
A Market app that works...
Searches properly so you can find those Apps you want that may exist but you would never know.
Recognizes applications that have updates properly.
Doesn't randomly open other app's.
Actually installs Apps the first time you ask for them.
And why Google is at it, Tablet Section - more direct support on the Web Market while the programmer who is assigned to the tablet market app figures out how to code - bug fix.
(yes I am frustrated with the market today)
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Don't forget the completely absent Google Docs app! Someone please tell me its in the works....
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http://sites.google.com/site/gdocsforandroid/
I don't remember if manga watcher loads cbz and crz files but in general it is really good app. It was recently updated to load local files from sd so it might be worth checking out. I know the dev does alot of work and updates it frequently. You might even write him and ask if he plans to add support for these files if they aren't already supported. I bought the full app and have been happy with it ever since.
All I have to say is Samurai Executioner.
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I just received this email regarding my beloved Zinio app:
Hello
Thank you for contacting Zinio Customer Support.
We are putting the finishing touches on our Android general market product. It is coming soon. We will keep everyone posted as we get closer to a confirmed date
Kind regards,
Pablo Manrique
Zinio Customer Support
1-888-946-4666
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Have you tried jj comic viewer for comics? i cant confirm it works on 3.0 but it is the best ive found pre HC
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This works perfectly (not perfect but will do). I like it that it auto opens the next comic.
Just finished reading Superman:Next Krypton
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I'm not able to find it in the market. Do you have the apk? thanks a million
[Edit] Ok got the apk, wow one down now I'm working on the comics reader.
Here is the link to the apks
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=9881901
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I installed all 3 apks on my Xoom and the Zinio does not launch for me when selected.
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If you download Spare parts and unselect Compatibility mode AVC works great. i have been using it for days now with no FC.
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I have been doing the same without issue. Much better experience than my old e-reader with 800x600!
I tried Zanio on my Xoom and it just FC on startup.
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I had an I pad for a while but the lack of being able to do any type of file manipulation or use flash is maddening. If anyone used the netflix AP originally, you may have noticed that it was the html 5 version of the site. Recently that changed, so I do not know if anyone has a way of testing this. Since the android browser supports html 5 we are able to visit the netflix website and use it normally until you get to actually watching a video. Since someone was able to get flash plugin to work with netflix, maybe its posibble to see how and why netflix works through safari on the Ipad. If the html 5 version of the site could be tricked or not is beyond me. Just throwing this out there to see if it sticks to anyone.
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The android app (http://mcdn.netflix.com/us/mobile/android/45/netflix-45-release.apk) also is just a web interface but the actual video playback requires a native library (which doesn't support Xoom) as I'm sure the iPad and PS3 app does as well. You can browse the various netflix mobile sites with any browser.
http://mcdn.netflix.com/us/mobile/rel/3_0/41/
It is the same as what you see on the iPad
I didn't think about having to develop it for the tegra until now. Hopefully with the glut of tegra devices we will see it shortly. I hope the tegra is capable of the same type of device encryption as the revolution. I don't know if the device encryption within the xoom is honeycomb or the xoom itself.
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All I see are these major companies backing the ipad will our xooms ever get love first. I want the cablevision app on my zoom!
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go cry in the genereal section not here
Thanks for the quick response. Was hoping you said that.
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TV show stream channel surfing and watch live sports are all I need.
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TV show stream channel surfing and watch live sports are all I need.
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Channel surfing doesn't work anymore last time I checked or did you find a new site?
The reason why cable companies put all attention on ipad is because its where the money is. Sad but true.
Honeycomb its just one month old give it time.
When or even if Honeycomb tablets blow up out of no where and surpass the iPad in tablet marketshare (or whatever) then attention will be given to Android tablets. Until then, "Deal with it." Or.. y'know, get an iPad.
I work for comast, we will have a streaming app soon for iPad also but we are working on a honeycomb version also. Hope that helps
fwiw, dish network's streaming sling app for phones works perfectly in honeycomb.
Cablevision iO app is coming to android in the Summer apparently (along with remote control features built into the app).. I am anxiously waiting on this app too..
as the title says, even have access to magazines that I couldn't use with the Galaxy Tab version. Download and signup before 15th June and get some free magazines.
Enjoy
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This will be a solid app after a few more updates. Runs fairly slow and feels clunky. I am sure it will get there though. Can't wait!
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Finally! geeez
Been waiting for this! Awesome sauce!
I've been waiting for this thing to come out since I got my XOOM and was pretty excited yesterday. However I must agree it does seem pretty slow. It took way to long to download 1 magazine and I even had problems with pages never becoming clear until after I skipped a page or 2 then went back. Overall I still love it, when the pages are clear they are more crisp and clean than nook or kindles magazines and the obvious fact there are a lot more magazines to choose from.
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Downloaded ist on my stock xoom yesterday. It sluggish atm and the interactive parts of national geographic arent working. And I cant find the free magazine issues. Are they only available for Us customers?
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Downloaded ist on my stock xoom yesterday. It sluggish atm and the interactive parts of national geographic arent working. And I cant find the free magazine issues. Are they only available for Us customers?
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I did get the free magazine's and I'm in EU, but i have a US Xoom.
Can you describe where they are located in the store?
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Can you describe where they are located in the store?
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they are not in store. They all appear at the first time you open app
Hulu Plus comes to Android officially, but its not supported on the ThunderBolt
but yet, the Inspire 4G is a device that is supported. Why is it that we keep getting shunned on this great phone? First Netflix and now Hulu, the only one I care about out of the two is Hulu!!
I would rather have an official app than a hacked browser mod that runs like an app.
Any thoughts on having a fingerprint mod for the ThunderBolt to change fingerprint at will when needed?
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.hulu.plus
was never really a fan of hulu...isn't it like netflix anyway so far as being able to watch shows?
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was never really a fan of hulu...isn't it like netflix anyway so far as being able to watch shows?
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The good thing about hulu is that its free (not hulu plus) and you can watch most shows a day after they air unlike waiting a year after they air to get the dvd from netflix.
hulu plus==waste of my time.
a hulu app (found in some dInc ROMs) that actually has content in app & doesn't require going to the website-----THAT is what gets my interest.
i don't need an app that requires 7.99/month
Yes, I got Hulu Plus for a while, and after a quick month unsubscribed. They "Constantly add new Hulu Plus content" by removing it, waiting a week, and re-adding it as "new." (at least this is how it ran last fall).
The free stuff on Hulu is mostly what I watch anyway; Top Chef, American Dad/Family Guy, House, etc.
I found that just going to hulu.com has been working just fine for me, though.
Hulu Plus broadcasts in HD/HQ, while Hulu doesn't. As far as Hulu vs. Netflix, the Hulu movie selection is almost non-exsistant (just an outrageous number of pot documentaries), but the TV shows selection is widening slowly. They do put the shows up days after air though, which is nice.
I use hulu plus over cable... Less commercials, most of the good tv shows, no need for dvr.
Only major downfall? No sports.
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I use hulu plus over cable... Less commercials, most of the good tv shows, no need for dvr.
Only major downfall? No sports.
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this is why i love Justin.tv
pretty sure i've watched most MLS games through some channel on that site