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WIFI - Galaxy Tab - Some Questions

OK, probably gonna have the oppurtunity to get a 7" soon.
Was looking at the WIFI version. I did read here it does have GPS module which is good.
Can I put 3.0 on this? (Sorry been really busy and since I hadn't bought one yet, I hadn't kept up on everything going on with Android).
I know that there are some cool GSM firmwares I had been looking at, why I was gonna pick up an AT&T model. Can I use these on the WIFI only?
Anything else I should know?

The 8.9 in version is coming out early summer (any day.) You can't wait? It has the Tegra 2.

dardack said:
OK, probably gonna have the oppurtunity to get a 7" soon.
Was looking at the WIFI version. I did read here it does have GPS module which is good.
Can I put 3.0 on this? (Sorry been really busy and since I hadn't bought one yet, I hadn't kept up on everything going on with Android).
I know that there are some cool GSM firmwares I had been looking at, why I was gonna pick up an AT&T model. Can I use these on the WIFI only?
Anything else I should know?
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You can't put honeycomb on this as yet, but have it under very good authority from excellent dev that this will be starting soon, keep an eye in the Android Dev section and it will be released there, the tag will more than likely be wifi only or GT-p10101 honeycomb Alpha which hopefully be shortly >:¬}

Hi,
I got the P1010 "Wifi-only", and although it is a quite good tablet, I can't advise you to buy it. If you like this model, you should purchase the original 3G version. Why ? Because Samsung has lowered the technical specs on the wifi version (less powerful CPU and GPU).
The user interface feels a bit more sluggish, and some games compatible with the former 3G tablet simply won't work in the WiFi edition. In addition, the custom roms designed for 3G version are not compatible either. However you can still root your device (i've done it).

worker1 said:
The 8.9 in version is coming out early summer (any day.) You can't wait? It has the Tegra 2.
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8.9 Is still a bit big for me tbh. I really like the size of the 7".
Why ? Because Samsung has lowered the technical specs on the wifi version (less powerful CPU and GPU).
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Um looking over the specs they seem exactly the same CPU, the A8 1ghz Cortez Hummingbird. Or am I missing something?

alexgogan said:
You can't put honeycomb on this as yet, but have it under very good authority from excellent dev that this will be starting soon, keep an eye in the Android Dev section and it will be released there, the tag will more than likely be wifi only or GT-p10101 honeycomb Alpha which hopefully be shortly >:¬}
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Cool. Are there any custom firmwares for the WIFI only yet? (I can start browsing tomorrow). And does the GPS fix for the other 3g tabs work for the WIFI only version?

The graphics card are not as god but i don't notice much of a difference to be honest i still prefer the wifi only and did not see the extra money worth it when i can teather rhetorically device.
And still no Rom yet. Regarding the gps fix not too sure as have not browsed the gsm threads too much.
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The Wifi model uses an OMAP3 SoC vs the original 3G that uses the Hummingbird. The difference between the 2 gpus (PowerVR SGX 530 vs 540) is very apparent if you plan to use the tab for media or games. As posted earlier, there is a slight sluggishness to the base UI animation and transitions, many newer/more graphically intensive games will be very laggy or not run at all, and media will need to be encoded to be a bit lower quality for it to run smoothly. If you don't need the tab to be a media/game powerhouse then the wifi version should be good enough.

don't use it for games so did not notice anything.. downloaded a few games on the device but did not play them (they were free with the sammy). regarding the movies, encoded all on 720 automatically for the size and never had an issue in playing them

alexgogan said:
don't use it for games so did not notice anything.. downloaded a few games on the device but did not play them (they were free with the sammy). regarding the movies, encoded all on 720 automatically for the size and never had an issue in playing them
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720p?
And maybe if it was my money I'd take the 3g, but it's a gift. So it was that or something else I had no interest in.
Hopefully a rom can help with some of that sluggishness.
Didn't know they used a lesser GPU in the wifi only, that blows.

Also is there an official ROM for the 2.2.1 or .2/.3? Anything? Or do I just gotta wait and hope there are dev's working on the wifi model?

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Also is there an official ROM for the 2.2.1 or .2/.3? Anything? Or do I just gotta wait and hope there are dev's working on the wifi model?
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We have to wait unfortuanetly but i love the device its size and can teather to my phone so its perfect for me.
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I would recommend u to buy the original tab.
The hardware is better and it has 3g.
Also its not a lot more expenisve than the wifi only model.
I got mine for 300€ from eBay
Also its the only tablet with phone functionality.
I don't know what the point of the wifi only tab is. if it had better hardware or at least the same as the original version just without 3g it would be okay for a significantly lower price..
But it doesn't.
"I crap by myself. I dont need iCrap....yet!"
transmitted from a Galaxy beyond your imagination.

{Diemex} said:
I would recommend u to buy the original tab.
The hardware is better and it has 3g.
Also its not a lot more expenisve than the wifi only model.
I got mine for 300€ from eBay
Also its the only tablet with phone functionality.
I don't know what the point of the wifi only tab is. if it had better hardware or at least the same as the original version just without 3g it would be okay for a significantly lower price..
But it doesn't.
"I crap by myself. I dont need iCrap....yet!"
transmitted from a Galaxy beyond your imagination.
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Again a gift. Not my money. And here in the states anyways, new 3g phone is like 500-600, and not buying a data plan, so 337 is decent. I guess i could ask them to go to ebay, but eh it's their money and want to buy new. I mean really i'm not gonna kick a gift horse in the mouth.
I do now understand the hardware limitations, no HDMI, but it's free so yea.

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We have to wait unfortuanetly but i love the device its size and can teather to my phone so its perfect for me.
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Well I'll get it and see how I like it.
BTW is there a 30 pin to component out? Just for the Car video system, don't have HDMI anyways, so HDMI wouldn't do me any good anyways on the 3g.

There is that cable. It may be listed in the accessories section. I connect my tab to a projector frequently. You can find them on ebay for less than $25. Make sure its compatable with the wifi model number.

rangercaptain said:
There is that cable. It may be listed in the accessories section. I connect my tab to a projector frequently. You can find them on ebay for less than $25. Make sure its compatable with the wifi model number.
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I haven't found one for the WIFI model. Damn samsung.

Well, the pins ++might++ be the same. The cheapest place for tab called is www.tv-mall.com, that cable is $3 there, and may be worth the gamble. Why don't you pm me, I have a suggestion.

rangercaptain said:
Well, the pins ++might++ be the same. The cheapest place for tab called is www.tv-mall.com, that cable is $3 there, and may be worth the gamble. Why don't you pm me, I have a suggestion.
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Yeah I can't find the cable on that site.

dardack said:
Again a gift. Not my money. And here in the states anyways, new 3g phone is like 500-600, and not buying a data plan, so 337 is decent. I guess i could ask them to go to ebay, but eh it's their money and want to buy new. I mean really i'm not gonna kick a gift horse in the mouth.
I do now understand the hardware limitations, no HDMI, but it's free so yea.
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What u can try is what my friend did. He bought a 3G version from ATT for $250. Then he called them after he received it and got transferred to customer relations. He told them the tablet plan is no commitment and wanted to cancel because wifi is enough right now and he's no longer traveling for work. They canceled his plan and now he has a brand new $250 3G version. He only did this maybe 2-3 weeks ago.

to buy or not to buy?? DS7

ok so i am going to check out a DS7 for sale tomorrow. its a t-mob BNIB and was just wondering if i should get the 4G or wifi only? i am using it for my car, as a music/internet/gps devise. i have just found out it is recalled from t-mob and not being sold in stores any longer. i have also heard that there are some problems connecting via wifi, i have an iphone and connect my ipad with now issues. i need some advise on whether or not to buy this DS7. thanks for your advise in advance

For your purposes, I'd get the wifi. Why spend extra on the T-mobile 4g version? + plan?
Also, with the release of new tablets coming, you can
1. get something better
2. get the DS7 for about $200 by Christmas (just an educated guess) when its price falls + coupon. I'm sure Staples will not move these without a discount. People don't like the resolution and viewing angle of the DS7 for $300.

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For your purposes, I'd get the wifi. Why spend extra on the T-mobile 4g version? + plan?
Also, with the release of new tablets coming, you can
1. get something better
2. get the DS7 for about $200 by Christmas (just an educated guess) when its price falls + coupon. I'm sure Staples will not move these without a discount. People don't like the resolution and viewing angle of the DS7 for $300.
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Well thing is, I'm not going to be using it like other people. I am using it only as a controller for my car. I can get this 4G t-mob for less than a wifi only version. My question is, will it affect my usage ability by getting a t-mob vs wifi only? Based on the fact I am only using it via wifi.

I have the wifi only and know that it would work perfect for what you are planning to do. The only thing you have to do is root it and remove the phone apk and telephony apk so that it will not use up your battery.
I don't have the 4g so I cannot give you a comparison.

otnos said:
I have the wifi only and know that it would work perfect for what you are planning to do. The only thing you have to do is root it and remove the phone apk and telephony apk so that it will not use up your battery.
I don't have the 4g so I cannot give you a comparison.
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Hmm well if I can get this 4g one cheaper and I can't get it to work I can always sell it and buy a wifi only version I suppose. I'll go take a look at it and see how I feel. I was thinking if I do get the -mob version I could always just hook it up and use it as intended. But I really would like to learn about rooting and all that stuff. I've been an iPhone guy for so long, this is all so new to me. Lol

waxworkz said:
Hmm well if I can get this 4g one cheaper and I can't get it to work I can always sell it and buy a wifi only version I suppose. I'll go take a look at it and see how I feel. I was thinking if I do get the -mob version I could always just hook it up and use it as intended. But I really would like to learn about rooting and all that stuff. I've been an iPhone guy for so long, this is all so new to me. Lol
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If you get the 4G model and remove phone.apk and telephonyprovider.apk, it'll work just like a WiFi with those removed. If it's cheaper, go for the T-Mobile one. Actually, just get whichever model is cheaper. Since you'll turn the cell radio off in any case, everything else is identical.

Z4nd4r said:
If you get the 4G model and remove phone.apk and telephonyprovider.apk, it'll work just like a WiFi with those removed. If it's cheaper, go for the T-Mobile one. Actually, just get whichever model is cheaper. Since you'll turn the cell radio off in any case, everything else is identical.
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Yeah since I missed the staples sale, I can get the t-mob version for less than a standard wifi now. I'm going to go by a staples and see if I can get the deal. If not I'll buy the t-mob one.

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waxworkz said:
Yeah since I missed the staples sale, I can get the t-mob version for less than a standard wifi now. I'm going to go by a staples and see if I can get the deal. If not I'll buy the t-mob one.
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Staples discount $100 ended 7/31/2011

similar thread 2 keep or return
Hi I have just got hold a a DS7 4g.
Question. I am used to routing, have a SGS1 running Darky's Rom and it fly's. This unit out of the box doesnt and the screens not great.
Q Does DJ steves rom make such a difference, and is it stable?
I'm also considering the Sam Galaxy Tab.
Thoughts anyone.
Thanks
Dave

dajola2007 said:
Hi I have just got hold a a DS7 4g.
Question. I am used to routing, have a SGS1 running Darky's Rom and it fly's. This unit out of the box doesnt and the screens not great.
Q Does DJ steves rom make such a difference, and is it stable?
I'm also considering the Sam Galaxy Tab.
Thoughts anyone.
Thanks
Dave
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Galaxy Tab 7 has a better screen and battery life, and is inferior in every other way (hardware wise). Software wise, the Sammy comes with more bloat (due to TouchWiz), but has far more root/ROM options.
Install a new launcher (I prefer Zeam) to really see how the S7 performs. It's pretty darned quick; it handily outpaces the Galaxy Tab in every way imaginable. I know; I have both. If you can live with the battery life and screen on the Streak 7, I can't imagine why the slightly better modding community on the Galaxy Tab would sway you. After all, the Streak 7 ships with Vanilla Android (just a custom homescreen, Stage UI, on top; not a whole skin like on the GTab).
If you're talking about the Galaxy Tab 10.1, the Streak 7's only advantages are the screen size and the price (and 4G, but the Verizon GTab 10.1 will have LTE). The GTab 10.1 is better in every other way.

Hi, thanks for the reply. I must say I like the form factor and the build quality is superb, the standard UI isn'ttoo bad. I guess I'm just spoilt with sammy's amoled screen on my SGS1. Would you say Zeam works better than launcher pro on this device, also have you routed your DS7.

dajola2007 said:
Hi, thanks for the reply. I must say I like the form factor and the build quality is superb, the standard UI isn'ttoo bad. I guess I'm just spoilt with sammy's amoled screen on my SGS1. Would you say Zeam works better than launcher pro on this device, also have you routed your DS7.
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I haven't used LP in a while, so I can't say for sure. If LP lets you set the rows/columns, that's a plus; not sure about speed, though (Zeam is super quick, free, and I've never had a redraw). My S7 is rooted because I couldn't hold out more than a week before rooting my device Just use Gingerbreak if you want to root; easy-peasy.

Ok so I bought the DS7 but it won't see my iPhone that is jail broken and running mywi to use as hot spot. Any words of wisdom? Should I just root it and be done with it? I'd like to install a mobile front end and use it as my all around car system. Thanks guys

Why leave out cellular features

I like the way google approaches this tablet.
But being a 7" tablet that's great for portability, I would think it makes more sense to support cellular data.
I was thinking this would be a great data device when shared data plans come around but I guess not.

I read somewhere that this tablet went from nothing to production in 4 months. For that time period, I'm more than happy with the end result. Getting the licencing and all that stuff for celular would have taken so much longer for them to release. I think this is a better approach as a direct competitor for the Kindle Fire.
Also, every where you go, there is wifi nowadays, who needs cellular data? I would understand on the road, but for those rare occasions, just tether with your phone.

Plus, the bluetooth also helps to make up for the lack of a 3G/LTE/HSPA+ radio. You should be able to tether your phone to the tablet via bluetooth. I beleive that there might be some mifi devices that also use bluetooth. Even if they don't, they all use wifi. It may not be ideal, but it's a working solution for data on the go.

I wouldn't think cell would be a killer- except for Google Now, which they played up, and is way less useful without a persistent data connection!

Google is making nothing from the tablet. I think they deliberately left it out to cut costs to get to that magical sub 200 number.
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Cellular means they would need to have agreements with providers etc... makes everything complicated and remember all the Verizon issues...
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I love that they don't have cellular function because of its low price and that it's out now. Neither would have happened if they added phone functions. If Nexus 7 turned out to be a good tablet, I'm willing to shell out for its upgraded version with phone + 3G and the whole shebang.

Nutsonfire said:
Cellular means they would need to have agreements with providers etc... makes everything complicated and remember all the Verizon issues...
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They could make a gsm version with no carrier agreements.

Being able to have a data plan of some sort would be pretty nice if out on the road or on public transit but like previously said tethering to your phone is always an option. And once I get Jelly Bean on my Nexus, I wont have to worry about Google Now.

jjjsong said:
I like the way google approaches this tablet.
But being a 7" tablet that's great for portability, I would think it makes more sense to support cellular data.
I was thinking this would be a great data device when shared data plans come around but I guess not.
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Because that would add $100 to the cost, then everyone would wonder why it was so $$$.

The 7 made me give up the phone!

Tablets alone has better specs then the phone. With the Nexus 7 coming in at 199$ the phone business was dead on arrival, at least for me. I'm a unlocked kind of guy and I would at times spend nearly 800$ for a unlocked device! That's until I started to pay great attention to the tablet business. Now, I couldn't care less; or should I say, I couldn't kinda care less about the smart phone hype now that the Nexus 7 just dropped the 199$ high end spec bomb in the tech world, I think that I will be sticking with my Nexus S and my G Nexus for the next five years if Google keep dropping 199$ bombs on the tech world with high end specs the Nexus 7. So, what do you guys think?
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LOVE ME PLEASE said:
Tablets alone has better specs then the phone. With the Nexus 7 coming in at 199$ the phone business was dead on arrival, at least for me. I'm a unlocked kind of guy and I would at times spend nearly 800$ for a unlocked device! That's until I started to pay great attention to the tablet business. Now, I could care less; or should I say, I could kinda care less about the smart phone hype now that the Nexus 7 just dropped the 199$ high end spec bomb in the tech world, I think that I will be sticking with my Nexus S and my G Nexus for the next five years if Google keep dropping 199$ bombs on the tech world with high end specs the Nexus 7. So, what do you guys think?
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I think the phrase you misused multiple times is supposed to be "couldn't care less" or else this whole post is rather pointless.
But yeah my galaxy nexus battery life has improved a lot since getting my 7
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Metallice said:
But yeah my galaxy nexus battery life has improved a lot since getting my 7
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Same here. Just picked up my Nexus 7 this past Thursday and I've rarely put it down since then. My Galaxy S II lasted well over 30 hours this weekend since it was only used for texting and well....talking
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LOVE ME PLEASE said:
Tablets alone has better specs then the phone. With the Nexus 7 coming in at 199$ the phone business was dead on arrival, at least for me. I'm a unlocked kind of guy and I would at times spend nearly 800$ for a unlocked device! That's until I started to pay great attention to the tablet business. Now, I couldn't care less; or should I say, I couldn't kinda care less about the smart phone hype now that the Nexus 7 just dropped the 199$ high end spec bomb in the tech world, I think that I will be sticking with my Nexus S and my G Nexus for the next five years if Google keep dropping 199$ bombs on the tech world with high end specs the Nexus 7. So, what do you guys think?
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I agree, though I think I will keep my Nexus S for another 2 years max, not 5 years.

PikkonX said:
Same here. Just picked up my Nexus 7 this past Thursday and I've rarely put it down since then. My Galaxy S II lasted well over 30 hours this weekend since it was only used for texting and well....talking
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Get the program Tablet Talk, which can enable texting directly from the Nexus 7 thru your phone, and it will be one less thing to use the phone for.

interested in Tablet Talk, using wifi or bluetooth? so must keep them on for both devices?

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interested in Tablet Talk, using wifi or bluetooth? so must keep them on for both devices?
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I to hardly ever use my phone . But i have had a tablet since the launch of the acer a500. Thou it was a bit to large to use out and about. With the nexus 7 it stays by my side at all times. I have even flashed my phone back to a close to stock environment.I use it basically for a modem for my tablet. But of course calls on it is still better then a app such as tablet talk. Which does work quite well.
So with this being a wifi only device you cant ditch your phone completely unless maybe you get one of those MIFI type devices. Then you will be packing around a huge phablet phone . I think seeing people make calls on the Note looks quite silly. But its just me. The Nexus 7 Paired with a nice smart phone is a Absolute near perfect Solution for mobile communications . For me anyway.
I do really enjoy the nexus tablet. Thou i do wish it had sd card slot.Bad decision on googles part to leave it out... Thou i do know and understand there reasons behind it... CLOUD THIS CLOUD THAT.. i think there mind is cloudy as to what Consumers really want... we want our content on our device.. Not floating in the clouds forcing us to use more data from our carriers or Hunting for a wifi hot spot ...
just my observation of the whole nexus experience... Good Luck with your phablet....

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Tablet Talk lets you choose between WiFi or Bluetooth. i personally use WiFi just because that provided a wider range. and yea, the app has to run on both devices. it will detect if it's running on a phone, to broadcast the "request". and then it will detect if it's on the tablet to connect to that request.
as a bonus, if you have a headset paired to your tablet, Tablet Talk can even answer phone calls for you. or it says it can. i don't have a bluetooth headset to test this on.

Itchiee said:
Get the program Tablet Talk, which can enable texting directly from the Nexus 7 thru your phone, and it will be one less thing to use the phone for.
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just bought tablet talk,cheers :good:

mrhomiec said:
Tablet Talk lets you choose between WiFi or Bluetooth. i personally use WiFi just because that provided a wider range. and yea, the app has to run on both devices. it will detect if it's running on a phone, to broadcast the "request". and then it will detect if it's on the tablet to connect to that request.
as a bonus, if you have a headset paired to your tablet, Tablet Talk can even answer phone calls for you. or it says it can. i don't have a bluetooth headset to test this on.
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This works for me but not perfect.. I Have Motorola HD.9 bluetooth headset.

Yeah. When i bought my first tablet I was thinking I'm never gonna use this...well I was wrong i bought the galaxy tab 10.1 when it came out it was an OK tablet (I paid too much I know) I sold it after a few months and now I have purchased the. N7 and I really love it its the best tablet experience I've ever had.
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Tablet Talk lets you choose between WiFi or Bluetooth. i personally use WiFi just because that provided a wider range. and yea, the app has to run on both devices. it will detect if it's running on a phone, to broadcast the "request". and then it will detect if it's on the tablet to connect to that request.
as a bonus, if you have a headset paired to your tablet, Tablet Talk can even answer phone calls for you. or it says it can. i don't have a bluetooth headset to test this on.
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Thanks for sharing. My concern still with if wifi is turned on all the time, will it prevent n7 from entering deep sleep and squeeze all the juice?

Metallice said:
I think the phrase you misused multiple times is supposed to be "couldn't care less" or else this whole post is rather pointless.
But yeah my galaxy nexus battery life has improved a lot since getting my 7
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My N1's battery life has gone to **** since I got the N7, since I need to wifi tether my 3G if I wanna use it at work xD

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My N1's battery life has gone to **** since I got the N7, since I need to wifi tether my 3G if I wanna use it at work xD
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Thre is always a trade off to have function versus battery life. Thou there is a thread on here as to how to tether using Bluetooth.I Have tried it and it does work..
the foxfi app from the android market will help you with this. it has instructions in the app itself if i remember right. I have wiped my nexus since then and not put it back.

I definitely use my N7 more than I use my HTC Rezound but I didn't ditch it 100% because my Nexus only has 8gb whereas my Rezound has 48gb and it's kind of a pain to carry around two devices. I mostly just use my Nexus when I'm at home and my Rezound is my mobile device that comes with me everywhere.

Always using my n7 nowadays. I did WiFi tether it to my one x the other day and it destroyed my one x battery in about 10 hours. But I find that Bluetooth tethering drops out after a while.
Also, tablet talk is great
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Duvuk said:
Always using my n7 nowadays. I did WiFi tether it to my one x the other day and it destroyed my one x battery in about 10 hours. But I find that Bluetooth tethering drops out after a while.
Also, tablet talk is great
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10 hours? Try half! Or like 7
But I don't think bluetooth over wifi doesn't matter too much in terms of power, it's mainly the antenna + bad 3g reception for me.

Just got my Nexus 7..Loving this Beast Machine..My other Nexus devices will go on vacation except to tether with it ...

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Just got my Nexus 7..Loving this Beast Machine..My other Nexus devices will go on vacation except to tether with it ...
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Wow! Likewise.
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Itchiee said:
Get the program Tablet Talk, which can enable texting directly from the Nexus 7 thru your phone, and it will be one less thing to use the phone for.
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Wow, awesome! I knew something like this had to exist. Thanks so much. I've already got it up and running perfectly at work. I have my Nexus 7 tethered to my phone via WiFi for internet and through Bluetooth using this app. Poor Galaxy is now demoted to just a hotspot that rarely gets used to talk to folks .
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3G+WIFI or WIFI only?

Yeah, same old question, I don't know if I really need 3G, it use more battery, and I don't have a car for GPS use, I use it only at home, for browsing, some books, reading manga, PS1 emulator, how much of you here, actually have a use of 3G? give me some examples from your life, where you must have 3G?

E15i said:
Yeah, same old question, I don't know if I really need 3G, it use more battery, and I don't have a car for GPS use, I use it only at home, for browsing, some books, reading manga, PS1 emulator, how much of you here, actually have a use of 3G? give me some examples from your life, where you must have 3G?
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3G it's not a must have. It's just for people that use their Nexus 7 on the go and need connection to the internet everywhere.

tatazeuz said:
3G it's not a must have. It's just for people that use their Nexus 7 on the go and need connection to the internet everywhere.
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Its just for mesaaging and internet. Plus, 3G Radio drains battery too much. The Wi-Fi is portable. In my place, I've got a PTCL eVo(My internet USB) combined with a portable router, and I carry it in my bag wherever I go, with my phone in hand. It's very fast and portable. I've never felt the need of 3G connection in my life. N7 Wi-Fi version is the best.

in my 3g device wifi not working after enter the sim!!!
in any rom!!!
verrrrrrrrrrrry bad

Do anyone here, bought the 3G for "just in case...."?

Unless you travel a lot with it + you have Data plan at your carrier chances are you won't need it.
If i need 3G on my Nexus 7 i just tether it with my phone.

Hreidmar said:
Unless you travel a lot with it + you have Data plan at your carrier chances are you won't need it.
If i need 3G on my Nexus 7 i just tether it with my phone.
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Same. If i have a phone with connection already, why would i pay another data plan?

Actually there a hack for it, at least here in Israel, on some operators, you can ask for secondary SIM card, for you number, that will use the DATA plan from your number..I don't know if it's the same for other places..

I have WiFi only simply due to not wanting to pay another monthly fee. Like others, if I need internet on my 7 while away from WiFi I just use bluetooth tether.
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The problem is, tether take battery for both devices, 3G is battery monster, add wifi or BT connection, and it will be dead very fast, if you have separate sim for the tablet, you save your phone battery, that is more important, than a tablet, there no such option like, share, same data plan from second sim? I remember do it with iphone and BB, and it worked great

I just use WiFi hotspot on my phone if I need my tablet for something that my DNA can't do. Which isnt much.
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I've got the 3G model as i use my nexus 7 on the go and i don't want to tether from my phone because it kills your battery quickly. I spend £5 for 500MB and its enough for me. I have every account i have synchronized on my nexus 7.
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WiFi only.. Grouper have more ROM and kernel choices.

I am always on the road and mainly use n7 3g, while the Samsung S3 is just used as backup. Giffgaff on the n7 Tmobile on the S3.
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I couldn't think of a compelling reason to get the 3G version. My N7 is really for use around the house instead of a laptop. I always have my smartphone on the road, anyway, and it would be unusual to want a second, larger device in tow. If I do, it will be to read an eBook in an airport or someplace and I could always tether in a pinch to download something.

If you're in Russia - you have absolutely no use of Wi-Fi only model, and the only places when you can get a decent connection are mainly some restraunts and fast-food (like McDonalds), or at home.
So, if you are going in a bus and remembered to immediately check on an important email - you better have a fast 3G/4G internet available on your phone to do the thing you wanted or have it to activate AP and share the connection

I think it depends on the costs. I was offered a second SIM from my carrier that will share my main data plan for an extra $2 per month. So I took it. I am not on contract for this and can cancel any time but $2 a month for the extra convenience is pretty good. I am waiting to see if a N7 successor will debut at Google I/O before purchasing a new tablet.

My tablet's not an N7, but when I was shopping for a tablet I really only wanted a 3/4g model. It's just potentially so much more useful; my previous setup was an OV and a 5" Galaxy Player and it was a pain in the ass only being able to do big screen stuff when I had wifi. I ended up with a like new TMobile 7.0+ for two hundred bucks and though the proprietary charger is annoying I don't regret it. The OV was replaced by an S2 and a Note but it was still worth it.
You don't have to have data running every month. I use prepaid and don't always renew it. I'll admit that US carriers tablet plans kinda suck on the lower end. 250/300 mb for fifteen bucks?? Barf. I only like the 3ish gig plans, price-wise. They should also have a soft cap but whatever.

Best option is 32GB version without 3G. 32GB has better flash memory speeds. I had 16GB and now I own 32GB and difference is noticeable
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