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After some time playing with the Nexus 7 I felt compelled to write my impressions. This device was ordered for my mom to use for web browsing and email.
I read a lot of reviews from several tech sites as well as some forums before deciding the Nexus 7 was the right device for her.
The reviews around the tech sites were almost all positives regarding the quality and price on this device, on the other hand, the reviews from several forum members where not that great.
People where reporting issues ranging from screen separation, blown speakers and death pixels.
Tech sites mentioned the build quality of the device and the almost leather like feeling of the back surface as good points.
Almost all of them concluded that this was the tablet to get at this price point. Some of them even went as far as saying that they haven't used their iPads after getting the Nexus 7 (People Such as TWiT hosts).
All of those great reviews, even from Apple pundits, made me beleive this was a great tablet for its price point. So today we finally received the device. The first problem was noticed as soon as we opened the device, the screen was separated and lifted above the silver bezel from the left side, so much that you can hear it flexing when touching it.
The second problem was noticed when the screen was turned on. Right on the center a pixel stuck on red color, so annoying that no matter what backgroun you use, it still shows.
I own a Motorola Xoom 4G/LTE and the Nexus 7 compared to it feels like a toy. I know they are not in the same price range, but the screen on the Xoom has the feel of hard tick glass that the Nexus lacks. I don't see how the back of the Nexus is supposed to feel like leather as mentioned by some reviewers either.
I already did the required steps to exange the device for a new one. I just hope that the replacement comes free of issues, even after reading from so many members over at XDA that it may not be the case.
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I want to give an update on my experience with this device. The RMA process was completed and the replacement tablet came without issues.
My Mom has been using it ever since receiving it and I check the device once in a while just to make sure the lift screen problem is not present.
I have to say that after using the replacement unit my opinion on this tablet has changed for good. You get great value for the price and ,being a Nexus device, the assurance to that it will receive updates on time.
My original opinion was based on a defective unit, so I felt the necessity to post this update for any person still reading this section of the forums prior to making their decision to purchase one.
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What a bummer dude, did you order it through the Play Store?
yes I did ordered from the play store.
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Honestly, even with screen flicker, this is ten times better than my iPad 2. I'm putting my iPad up on eBay tomorrow night and I'm proud to do it. I'm using a ZAGGKeys Flex Keyboard to type this post, I LOVE my N7. If you want to check out my review it's over in the accessories section of the forum.
I really hope you give the N7 another chance. This tab kicks @$$, literally.
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Lare2 said:
yes I did ordered from the play store.
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When did you place the order?
Nxxx said:
Honestly, even with screen flicker, this is ten times better than my iPad 2. I'm putting my iPad up on eBay tomorrow night and I'm proud to do it. I'm using a ZAGGKeys Flex Keyboard to type this post, I LOVE my N7. If you want to check out my review it's over in the accessories section of the forum.
I really hope you give the N7 another chance. This tab kicks @$$, literally.
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I totally love the device. the size makes more sense to me than my 10.1 inches Xoom. I just want an issue free device.
After reading so many posts about people receiving a flawless device makes me think the one I received was a lemon.
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When did you place the order?
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Saturday 21 and arrived Wednesday 25
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Sorry that happened to you but JOIN THE CLUB. Yes we all know Google and Asus screwed the pooch on the launch of the n7. No need to start a crying thread. And your complain about the quality? Dude its a 200 dollar device. Its quality for that price! So stop whining and bae will us ALL who had a detective device. This tablet blows your Xoom out the water.
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Hi mate, I feel sorry for you that your Nexus 7 had those problems. I received mine yesterday (16 GB version) and it is perfectly fine. Hope you'll get the replacement soon.
I'm happy with the device so far and my Transformer Prime will surely be jealous. Nexus 7 is small and light enough to carry around and to read in bed, what I can't do with the Prime because of its size and weight. 7" is my thing and definitely not the 10".
The GPS is very good. After a few seconds 11 satellites were found (note: clear sky today in London!). Overall the OS is more responsive than the Prime. So far there is for example no message "Web browser is not responding" that I sometimes get on Prime since the latest update.
The only annoying thing with Nexus 7 is that the home screen is only in portrait mode. But I'm going to root it and I can say goodbye to that annoyance.
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Sorry that happened to you but JOIN THE CLUB. Yes we all know Google and Asus screwed the pooch on the launch of the n7. No need to start a crying thread. And your complain about the quality? Dude its a 200 dollar device. Its quality for that price! So stop whining and bae will us ALL who had a detective device. This tablet blows your Xoom out the water.
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I'll wait until the replacement comes to see. My Xoom has 64GB Total storage and 4G LTE connectivity, so for me, the N7 can't fulfill my tablet needs yet. But recognize that my mom seems to be the perfect candidate for it with its 8GB and size.
If my replacement comes without issues, I'll pull the trigger on a second one with 16GB cause my wife liked the form factor. I've been a Google supporter for a long time, heck I paid 800+ on day one for and unlocked Xoom to dive early on this android tablet adventure so I'm totally on their camp, but I expect at least a working device.
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I think you should have gone with an iPad unless your Mom is one of the exceptions and real tech savvy and computer oriented. I hope this doesn't read as me being negative, I understand being upset and I'm not trying to come off as rude at all.
Don't get me wrong I love my nexus 7 and I love Android especially on a quad core tablet. I also have the Asus transformer prime and its one of my favorite devices ever. But when it comes to buying for parents, if looking for something amazing out of the box and simple and easy, I don't think the first batch of first gen nexus 7 tablets is the best choice in most cases.
I know you already bought yours and everything but since you wanted to inform others I just thought I would share my experiences that I've learned along the way.
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I think you should have gone with an iPad unless your Mom is one of the exceptions and real tech savvy and computer oriented. I hope this doesn't read as me being negative, I understand being upset and I'm not trying to come off as rude at all.
Don't get me wrong I love my nexus 7 and I love Android especially on a quad core tablet. I also have the Asus transformer prime and its one of my favorite devices ever. But when it comes to buying for parents, if looking for something amazing out of the box and simple and easy, I don't think the first batch of first gen nexus 7 tablets is the best choice in most cases.
I know you already bought yours and everything but since you wanted to inform others I just thought I would share my experiences that I've learned along the way.
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She is pretty much OS agnostic, she can find its way around on the two computer they have at home, even though one is running Slitaz Linux, she understand the basic concepts to be able to figure it out where the browser, email and games are no matter the OS.
I took it to Best Buy to see the iPads and she played with it already, but she also played with two tablets 7 inches in size from Samsung and Acer, and decided that was a better form factor.
She basically wanted something to use out of the house for some games she plays and on the house while not on the PC. The problem here is with the device being defective rather than hard for her to use.
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Shame you received a device with hardware defects - no user should ever except it as such, get it replaced and enjoy a perfect device.
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Lare2 said:
After some time playing with the Nexus 7 I felt compelled to write my impressions. This device was ordered for my mom to use for web browsing and email.
I read a lot of reviews from several tech sites as well as some forums before deciding the Nexus 7 was the right device for her.
The reviews around the tech sites were almost all positives regarding the quality and price on this device, on the other hand, the reviews from several forum members where not that great.
People where reporting issues ranging from screen separation, blown speakers and death pixels.
Tech sites mentioned the build quality of the device and the almost leather like feeling of the back surface as good points.
Almost all of them concluded that this was the tablet to get at this price point. Some of them even went as far as saying that they haven't used their iPads after getting the Nexus 7 (People Such as TWiT hosts).
All of those great reviews, even from Apple pundits, made me beleive this was a great tablet for its price point. So today we finally received the device. The first problem was noticed as soon as we opened the device, the screen was separated and lifted above the silver bezel from the left side, so much that you can hear it flexing when touching it.
The second problem was noticed when the screen was turned on. Right on the center a pixel stuck on red color, so annoying that no matter what backgroun you use, it still shows.
I own a Motorola Xoom 4G/LTE and the Nexus 7 compared to it feels like a toy. I know they are not in the same price range, but the screen on the Xoom has the feel of hard tick glass that the Nexus lacks. I don't see how the back of the Nexus is supposed to feel like leather as mentioned by some reviewers either.
I already did the required steps to exange the device for a new one. I just hope that the replacement comes free of issues, even after reading from so many members over at XDA that it may not be the case.
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I feel you on the screen issues but you aren't giving the device a fair shake until you've actually gotten some seat time with it.
right now, it sounds like you're judging a defective device solely on some cosmetic issues that hopefully will get resolved with the replacement.
play with it some more until the replacement comes and evaluate it based on its size/weight, form factor, JB, speed/responsiveness, functionality, etc.
I want to give an update on my experience with this device. The RMA process was completed and the replacement tablet came without issues.
My Mom has been using it ever since receiving it and I check the device once in a while just to make sure the lift screen problem is not present.
I have to say that after using the replacement unit my opinion on this tablet has changed for good. You get great value for the price and ,being a Nexus device, the assurance to that it will receive updates on time.
My original opinion was based on a defective unit, so I felt the necessity to post this update for any person still reading this section of the forums prior to making their decision to purchase one.
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Well I was planning to buy my first tablet with the spare 500$ laying around. While doing some research, I thought " What will I do with a tablet?" . Here are some answers that I got
Play games
Watch Vidoes anywhere
Have Android on a big screen
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Profit?
None of these answers where convincing and so I wanted to ask the community over here as many of you would have tablets.
Thanks
I use mine for a little bit of everything I'm a huge reader so mostly books. I have a nexus 7 good luck with whatever you get
And if you wanted an android with a huge screen get a galaxy note lol
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I used my Xoom to get back into comics. Hadn't read them since I was like 12 and back then I was never able to have a huge collection at my fingertips.
I'd use mine to run Linux and have a full os..... but I don't have one :/ .... guess my note is close enough got to love 5inch screens
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I couldn't find any uses for mine... I gave it to my mom... guess I coulda used it for xda, but I'm always on the laptop... and the tv's right in front of me...
Web browsing is my main use, secondary is gaming.
I use mine for...
1. Web browsing (XDA and all the other good stuff on the internet)
2. Games
3. Movies, Videos (YouTube and blah)
4. GPS
ipad is useful as a doormat
Just get a good laptop or upgrade your phone, Tablets aren't that useful
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Just get a good laptop or upgrade your phone, Tablets aren't that useful
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Opinion. Tablets definitely have a use, I dare you to find a laptop that weighs as little as a tablet with 10 hour battery life.
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Opinion. Tablets definitely have a use, I dare you to find a laptop that weighs as little as a tablet with 10 hour battery life.
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You got me there
I like web browsing on the Nexus 7 better than on my computer.
These are all awesome points but the only thing i cant get past is that i can do basically everything i can do on a tab and more on my phone. Im constantly texting people so is have to switch back and forth and it just doesnt seem practical.
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Tablets are first and foremost media consumption devices. They are terrible for productivity unless you get something of the transformer line and cannot play many high end games. Internet browsing, light games, and movies/videos are what tablets do best. They are the portability step in between ultrabooks and smartphones.
veeman said:
I like web browsing on the Nexus 7 better than on my computer.
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+1 on that.. I like watching movies on it more than on my TV..
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I like web browsing on the Nexus 7 better than on my computer.
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+1 on that.. I like watching movies on it more than on my TV..
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Is the Nexus 7 screen big enough? I think the iPad's 9.6 inch is too big, and I haven't played with Nexus 7 till now. Does anyone know a shop where I can play with it? I tried Staples, Fry's and Best Buy and none of them have it on display.
So everyone just bought a tablet to do the same stuff their phones do?
So all in all, tablets are just giant cellphones with no 3g/4g(mostly)
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My tablet gets rid if my headaches.
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"Knowledge is power" = Read, Read, Read!
negrobembon said:
So everyone just bought a tablet to do the same stuff their phones do?
So all in all, tablets are just giant cellphones with no 3g/4g(mostly)
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That's how I kinda felt... Every purpose it had I had something better for the same purpose... TV to watch things... Phone for communications and messing around with on the go (when I go)... Computer for computing stuff...
Not saying there isn't uses for it, just I couldn't get into it... I still go take it back to throw a new rom release on it though...
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Is the Nexus 7 screen big enough? I think the iPad's 9.6 inch is too big, and I haven't played with Nexus 7 till now. Does anyone know a shop where I can play with it? I tried Staples, Fry's and Best Buy and none of them have it on display.
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Yeah, I feel the iPad screen is too big also, that's why I went with 7 inch tablets. And the N7 has a high enough resolution that text is still readable when zoomed out.
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negrobembon said:
So everyone just bought a tablet to do the same stuff their phones do?
So all in all, tablets are just giant cellphones with no 3g/4g(mostly)
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Bigger screen. The difference between a 4 inch screen and a 7 inch screen is huge.
Hey everyone, now that the KFHD can run alternative launchers and access the play store, I'm wondering what your opinion is on the KFHD, specifically how does it compare to the Nexus 7. Now that the N7 got bumped to 16gb for $199 and the KFHD can run the play store and alt launchers I think they're pretty close. Any thoughts?
Unless you are invested in the Amazon ecosystem, I don't see the benefits of the KFHD over N7. Having said that, I'm KFHD fan and NOT a fan of the N7
IF you want the FULL Android experience, the KFHD is nothing but a half assed version. Even after root, gapps and alternative launcher.
IF you enjoy Amazon Media, have Amazon prime and invested in Amazon, then you will be happy with the KFHD.
I felt nothing but trapped and frustrated with the KFHD because I wanted the full android experience with FULLY functional gapps.
It varies between people and their needs and wants.
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Unless you are invested in the Amazon ecosystem, I don't see the benefits of the KFHD over N7. Having said that, I'm KFHD fan and NOT a fan of the N7
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But my point is that you can get the Play store working on the KFHD so the Amazon ecosystem vs. Google Play Store is a non-factor now, as is the 8 GB vs 16 GB since they are now both priced at $199 for 16 GB.
Not all apps are marked 'compatible' with the KFHD on the play store. Doesn't mean it won't work but you would still end up having to side load anyways.
Still not a deal breaker though, since it still brings much more to the table. Just throwing that out there in case people think the play store will automatically let you install all available apps.
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But my point is that you can get the Play store working on the KFHD so the Amazon ecosystem vs. Google Play Store is a non-factor now, as is the 8 GB vs 16 GB since they are now both priced at $199 for 16 GB.
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However from this quote, you sound like you've made your mind and just looking to justify the purchase..
Just remember, if you want voice search, you won't have it. If you want Google now, you won't have it, if you want the latest and greatest Android software, you won't get it. The only way would be through a custom rom. Headway is being made but it's still in early development, but you need to keep in mind that you will probably have to choose between Amazon and Android ROMs.
Choose what you think you'll be happy with.
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Not all apps are marked 'compatible' with the KFHD on the play store. Doesn't mean it won't work but you would still end up having to side load anyways.
Still not a deal breaker though, since it still brings much more to the table. Just throwing that out there in case people think the play store will automatically let you install all available apps.
However from this quote, you sound like you've made your mind and just looking to justify the purchase..
Just remember, if you want voice search, you won't have it. If you want Google now, you won't have it, if you want the latest and greatest Android software, you won't get it. The only way would be through a custom rom. Headway is being made but it's still in early development, but you need to keep in mind that you will probably have to choose between Amazon and Android ROMs.
Choose what you think you'll be happy with.
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Actually I haven't made up my mind yet, and I didn't realize that not all play store apps are compatible. Thanks for this info this is actually exactly the type of stuff I'm looking for. Keep it coming!
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Actually I haven't made up my mind yet, and I didn't realize that not all play store apps are compatible. Thanks for this info this is actually exactly the type of stuff I'm looking for. Keep it coming!
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Youtube also works half ass. Can't login into account and sometimes it hangs for no apparent reason.
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Youtube also works half ass. Can't login into account and sometimes it hangs for no apparent reason.
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Yikes that might be a deal breaker. I really like the 7" form factor as a media consumption device (reading RSS feeds, streaming videos from a network drive, youtube, etc.). I do like the N7 but the speakers kinda suck and dual-band wifi would be nice. Any other serious bugs?
The speakers on the KFHD were awesome, wish I could have them. I do however use an app called music volume eq which is free from the play store. It's actually pretty amazing, especially with headphones. IMO it sounds even better than the zune software player through my PC and headphones. But if you just want straight up great sound without the use of headphones, KFHD would win in that department.
The KFHD is slightly wider and heavier than the N7. Being a woman and having smaller hands, the slight difference still makes the N7 more comfortable and easier to hold. People say the N7 fits nicely in (larger) pant, coat or dress shirt pockets. I haven't done that myself. The KFHD feels bulkier but it feels solid. I read people stated that the N7 felt cheap but I was shocked when I opened the box. It felt nice to me and no cheapness feel at all, but still not as solid as the KFHD, it has a much larger bezel.
There are some build complaints about the N7, though some of it makes me wonder if it's just nerd OCD or misuse. Anyways, it's advised to find a later build date C9O was the most current. I have a C8O which was perfect out of the box. The number corresponds to the manufacturer calendar month.
It can be a tough choice. If you have the extra $$, you can get both locally, play with them for a week to decide and return the one you don't want. Just find a store that doesn't ask questions about returns and no restocking fee.
I love my N7 but I try to stay neutral in these respects. However between these two forum sections, the KFHD gets very little traffic. Maybe more once the boot strap is functional but right now the N7 is winning. They are selling about a million a month according to Asus.
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kthung said:
But my point is that you can get the Play store working on the KFHD so the Amazon ecosystem vs. Google Play Store is a non-factor now, as is the 8 GB vs 16 GB since they are now both priced at $199 for 16 GB.
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Yes, I understood your point. But why go through all the hassle of rooting the KFHD (and run the risk of having it unrooted at the next update), adding a custom launcher (that may not work 100% correctly) when for the same price you can get a device that simply works out of the box?
I own a TON of tablet devices, included in the mix is a 16GB KFHD and Samsung GTab 2 7.0. I love 'em all, but if I had to pick one to be a general purpose tablet it would NOT be a KFHD. I've "specialized" my KFHD to be "media consumption only". CBZ/CBR books, videos (MX Player is terrific), and music (UberMusic w/Zune skin is beautiful). My KFHD is NOT rooted but I do use ADW Launcher EX.
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Youtube also works half ass. Can't login into account and sometimes it hangs for no apparent reason.
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youtube works good for me. Login and everything. You just need to install googleloginservices.apk for it to function properly
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I picked up the 32GB 3G Nexus 7 just a few days ago, I also have a Note II which I've owned for a few months. I was wondering for a long while, is there any point owning the N7 if you already have a Note II? Here are my thoughts...
Gaming
I find the Note II much better for graphically intense games like NFS MW, it runs them all very smooth unlike the N7, especially since my Note II is rooted and both CPU/GPU are overclocked. This isn't really an issue for me as I didn't buy the N7 for gaming, but it has allowed me to free up some space on my Note II since I've installed all my 'less graphically intense' and 'smaller file size' games on to the N7 and deleted them from my Note II. They look nice on the N7's bigger screen.
Browsing
When I'm at home I find myself using the N7 more, the bigger screen on the N7 makes browsing the web better.
E-Books
This was one of the reasons I purchased the N7. The bigger screen makes it easier on the eyes for reading. Can anyone recommend me a good pdf book reader?
TV/Sky
Since my Note II is rooted, Sky Go will not work on it. I haven't and won't be rooting the N7 and Sky Go works! I've got the poetic slimline case, which has a built in stand, perfect for Sky and TVcatchup! :good: I highly recommend the case too, it offer good protection and adds little bulk.
Phone/Messaging
I was surprised to find that my 3G N7 which has a SIM installed, can receive text messages! I installed SMS Pro from the play store and I can now reply to the messages. It's won't be used as a phone but having internet on the go and being able to send and receive texts is a nice feature.
Conclusion
I think there is space for someone to own both devices. As I said, my N7 will be used mainly for TV/Sky and e-books, some light gaming and browsing. Whereas my Note II is used more for gaming and as an actual phone. Now all I need is the Nexus 10
I got both and I agree.
Gaming performance is no comparison, exynos quad completely destroys tegra 3 in pretty much every single game you can think of even tegra optimized titles. overclocked my N7 to 1.5ghz cpu and 520mhz gpu and it still can't keep up.
For web browsing, I do admit I use my N7 more at home because of the bigger display, even though the samsung browser runs as smooth as safari on iOS.
agree about ebooks. adobe reader (+ enable gpu rendering in developer options) if you want the smoothest & fastest experience. Or ezpdf reader if you want features.
I own them both, but I still think that 7" is way to small for a tablet to have the same browsing exp. as on PC, so I use my N7 as a phone, Note 2 just for calls so I plan to sell it
I use my Nexus 7 as a school PDF textbook (all 4 class books are on my note 2) and for Tegra only games. I browse forums in tapatalk and I also use currents from time to time. Other than that I use my Note 2 for everything. If I didn't use the N7 for text books, I could easily get rid of it without any hesitation. I still might, I believe a 8in or 10in tablet would serve my tablet needs better. Nexus 10 or maybe one of the new Samsung tablets coming out.
I also have both and agree with everything except playing games. I only do that on my nexus 7. Just got done playing Temple Run 2 on my Nexus 7. I use my Nexus primarily when traveling so my phone battery does not run down in the airport and on the plane etc. I am interested to see they will be announcing a Note 8 inch tablet at MWC in February. Gotta love the Note 2 and for the price the Nexus 7!
The Nook software is still the most functional ereader simple to do a bookmark and use it does side load books as well. I've tried some of the others and there a hella needless extra button presses required to bookmark or highlight text.
And who the crap is reading pdf books ugh epub is the best format.
Adan
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agree about ebooks. adobe reader (+ enable gpu rendering in developer options) if you want the smoothest & fastest experience. Or ezpdf reader if you want features.
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I just want something very simple and basic, which allows me to read page by page and bookmark.
mihovil13 said:
I own them both, but I still think that 7" is way to small for a tablet to have the same browsing exp. as on PC, so I use my N7 as a phone, Note 2 just for calls so I plan to sell it
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I think once I've owned it longer I'll have a better idea, but I don't think it comes close to using a proper PC. I've ordered a second monitor, so I'll soon have dual Dell 24" screens, no tablet is touching that.
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I also have both and agree with everything except playing games. I only do that on my nexus 7. Just got done playing Temple Run 2 on my Nexus 7. I use my Nexus primarily when traveling so my phone battery does not run down in the airport and on the plane etc. I am interested to see they will be announcing a Note 8 inch tablet at MWC in February. Gotta love the Note 2 and for the price the Nexus 7!
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For games like Temple Run 2 it's fine, but when you try running games like NFS on both devices side by side, you'll know what I mean.
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The Nook software is still the most functional ereader simple to do a bookmark and use it does side load books as well. I've tried some of the others and there a hella needless extra button presses required to bookmark or highlight text.
And who the crap is reading pdf books ugh epub is the best format.
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I'm new to e-books in general and pdf is a format I'm familiar with. Will look into epub thanks, and Nook software. :good:
A lot of academic books come in PDF format, although I go with epub if I can. Ezpdf is a good reader for PDF files.
Cool reader is great for epubs and is true freeware.
Finally mantano reader works superbly for both PDF and epub but it does cost a few bucks.
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I read all my textbooks on my nexus 7 and I use adobe reader which is great because it saves my place in all the textbooks. Even after reboot
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mihovil13 said:
I own them both, but I still think that 7" is way to small for a tablet to have the same browsing exp. as on PC, so I use my N7 as a phone, Note 2 just for calls so I plan to sell it
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I wonder how you can use N7 as a phone since it cannot make phone call. Is there a solution?
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forest1971 said:
I wonder how you can use N7 as a phone since it cannot make phone call. Is there a solution?
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Grooveip. I use it when my phone dies
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All I can say is I love the size of my note 2. I haven't purchased a tablet since I sold my touchpad. But the nexus tablets are looking good. Most of the time the tablet will be used by my kids anyway. This way my phone will be less likely to be damaged by little slippery hands. I just want the tablet to be just as good as my phone for gaming and graphics. Hopefully the next Samsung or nexus will be at a low price with great processor and graphics.
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Get a used 8gb nexus. Cheap and reliable
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Nexus 7 is gr8....I have used my friend's note 2....yes colors are more vibrant on note 2 as it is super amoled....but I love my nexus 7 and my galaxy s2
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AdzUK said:
E-Books
This was one of the reasons I purchased the N7. The bigger screen makes it easier on the eyes for reading. Can anyone recommend me a good pdf book reader?
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I use Aldiko on the N7 for reading both PDFs and epub books. i find it works very well, and I like it much better than Adobe Reader or various other PDF readers I tried, plus I can see all my books and magazines in one place on the Aldiko bookshelf. I like the way the page can be turned just by touching the edge of the screen, and the fact that it remembers where I was reading in every book without having to set a bookmark, though you can set manual bookmarks as well.
The other reason I use Aldiko is that it integrates very well with Calibre running on my PC, both by USB and WiFi. I keep all my ebooks, including PDF, in Calibre. Aldiko can download books over WiFi directly from Calibre's built-in private web server which simulates an online bookstore. It's really quick and easy to use.
I have both and now want to add a nexus 10
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Aldiko and aldiko sync to Dropbox is my favorite reading setup.
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Thanks for all the suggestions guys, will go through each one and hopefully find a reader I like.
I got to try my N7 out today as a satnav device as I went on a relatively long trip. Google Navigation worked perfectly, I had data on the SIM so could download maps as I was going. Just need a car mount that will hold this beast.
Oh and as for adding a Nexus 10 to my collection, won't be happening for a long while yet. I've just picked up a second 24" Dell monitor for my desktop, WOW. :laugh:
AdzUK said:
Thanks for all the suggestions guys, will go through each one and hopefully find a reader I like.
I got to try my N7 out today as a satnav device as I went on a relatively long trip. Google Navigation worked perfectly, I had data on the SIM so could download maps as I was going. Just need a car mount that will hold this beast.
Oh and as for adding a Nexus 10 to my collection, won't be happening for a long while yet. I've just picked up a second 24" Dell monitor for my desktop, WOW. :laugh:
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i have a question....i have a nexus 7 wifi and a galaxy nexus...now i want a new phone but i don't know which one between htc m7 galaxy s4 or note 2 or maybe 3....now i think that 4,7 inch is perfect for me and i think for a lot of people so i see the m7 and say ok this will be my new phone...but now ( i am a student ) when i use my nexus 7 for chemistry exercises i see that mutiview is one of the best feature for working.....i love the note 2 but i think that buy a phone 1 year older is not a good choice so who can give me an advice?
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i have a question....i have a nexus 7 wifi and a galaxy nexus...now i want a new phone but i don't know which one between htc m7 galaxy s4 or note 2 or maybe 3....now i think that 4,7 inch is perfect for me and i think for a lot of people so i see the m7 and say ok this will be my new phone...but now ( i am a student ) when i use my nexus 7 for chemistry exercises i see that mutiview is one of the best feature for working.....i love the note 2 but i think that buy a phone 1 year older is not a good choice so who can give me an advice?
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Get a nexus 4
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Just saw this pop up on Engadget:
http://www8.hp.com/us/en/ads/slate-7/landing.html?jumpid=ex_r10104_go_slate
Decent specs, camera, microSD slot and the possibility of HDMI out. Probably too late to the game, but I might have opted for it over the Nexus 7 had it been available last August. While I like the fast Android updates, I feel like Nexus owners are sometimes used as Guinea pigs to beta test the newest bug-filled features.
Eh low resolution screen is kinda a deal breaker, anything lower than 720p is a pain to use.
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ED2O9 said:
Just saw this pop up on Engadget:
http://www8.hp.com/us/en/ads/slate-7/landing.html?jumpid=ex_r10104_go_slate
Decent specs, camera, microSD slot and the possibility of HDMI out. Probably too late to the game, but I might have opted for it over the Nexus 7 had it been available last August. While I like the fast Android updates, I feel like Nexus owners are sometimes used as Guinea pigs to beta test the newest bug-filled features.
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That link doesn't have the most detailed info. I found; http://www.gsmarena.com/hp_slate_7-5317.php
Honestly disappointing screen kills it right there. The cam is better, but really I don't think 3.5mp means anything compared to a 1.2 both were good10 years ago.
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Just saw this pop up on Engadget:
http://www8.hp.com/us/en/ads/slate-7/landing.html?jumpid=ex_r10104_go_slate
Decent specs, camera, microSD slot and the possibility of HDMI out. Probably too late to the game, but I might have opted for it over the Nexus 7 had it been available last August. While I like the fast Android updates, I feel like Nexus owners are sometimes used as Guinea pigs to beta test the newest bug-filled features.
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I think the slate looks good and is more of an alternative or maybe a compromise between some of the very cheap tablets and the nexus 7.
For me the smaller battery would be the killer. HP quote 2AH where as the N7 has a 4.3AH battery with 3 hours more use available. A four hour flight to Lanzarote would be marginal with the Slate by the time you take time at the airport into account, it will be used to keep my 2 year old entertained.
The expandable storage isn't an issue for me as I have the 32GB version. Not interested in holding a tablet up to take picture, I have a phone and a camera for that. HDMI; had that on my Nokia N8 and used it once to try it, I have used dlna to stream to the telly though.
To me it looks like someone at HP has bought a N7, looks at the pros (cheap, light,size) and cons (fixed storage, no back camera) and used it as a starting point and tried to beat it. Good luck to them but I think it will suit a slightly different market to the N7.
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Just saw this pop up on Engadget:
http://www8.hp.com/us/en/ads/slate-7/landing.html?jumpid=ex_r10104_go_slate
Decent specs, camera, microSD slot and the possibility of HDMI out. Probably too late to the game, but I might have opted for it over the Nexus 7 had it been available last August. While I like the fast Android updates, I feel like Nexus owners are sometimes used as Guinea pigs to beta test the newest bug-filled features.
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It looks good... but I think you're probably right about it being too late to the game. If HP can market/advertise this as aggressively as Google has with the N7, then it might stand a chance. Google are repostioning themselves as 'content providers' - music, books, magazines - and the 'cheap-as-chips' N7 is a loss leading gateway, somewhat similar to Amazons Kindle.
Hewlett Packard are a tech company first and foremost, and don't have a similar repository of IP content that they can push to make this 'slate' a compelling purchase. In this digital age, people buy their tech based on what they can watch, read or listen to.
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Still, having said all that... it's an intriguing device... I like the microSD card slot (something sorely lacking on the N7).
If it has an easily unlockable bootloader (I don't know what HP's track record is on that), then I might consider getting one.
Rgrds,
Ged.
No GPS either.
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I had it with HP a long time ago. Laptops dropping dead all over the place for no apparent or discoverable reason. And then tech support being worse that shoving a cactus in my rear end. So no. HP is just. No.
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Screen aucks no GPS thick and ugly silver plus HP logo on there automatically kills it. The HP brand is no longer a symbol of cutting edge got to have technology. It is a symbol of a relic technology company that is holding on to its last strong hold which is server technology and enterprise.
I think it's a good timing. with N7 2.0 coming soon, ppl will consider this one as a cheap alternative to the N7 2.0 instead of the old N7.
rather be a Guinea pig and get more regular updates than to be stuck with something that will 99% of the time will never see the latest is update. plus don't have to worry about all the bloat that other companies seem to love to fill phones/tablets up with. Google has also shown even with older nexus devices they have been kept updated to atleast ICS where as other devices you could forget about it. I am sure when keylime pie comes out the nexus 7/10 will see it. how many tablets the same age or newer will see that?
like the genie off Aladdin said often imitated but never duplicated.
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I don't feel the HP Slate is anywhere near a competitor for the N7.
HP Slate 7 Android Tablet Review
Uhhh.. The Slate 7 is a stinker.
This is a quick unboxing and review of HP's latest attempt at an Android tablet.
I can't say a whole lot of good things about this tablet. I was sorely disappointed in the overall build quality. The screen was almost rubbery to the touch and it appeared to be warped and separated on the edges. The screen was odd and had almost a glazed look to it. The back camera is decent, but the front camera is not even adequate for video conferencing, let alone the occasional "selfie". The specs are sub par for the price, in my opinion. I wouldn't spend more than $99 US for a tablet like this. I have seen off brand, generic tablets that are build better. I suppose the one saving grace is the stock Jelly Bean 4.1.1. For what you would spend on this tablet ($170 US), you should jump on a Nexus 7 or a Kindle Fire HD.
This thing is starting to make the HP Touchpad look like a great success.
These are my opinions, of course.
not a bad tablet but hp customer support is pretty crap. That and the fact that there laptops are gone really bad lately.
I think if they priced it at $99 you'd have a real alternative for people don't wanna spend $200 for a quality tab. But its only $30 less than the nexus 7, with considerably weaker specs. Who wouldn't just cough up the extra cash?
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It beats the nexus 7 in all benshmarks exept gl
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It's better to look at the Fonepad.
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I was considering getting one of these, but then all the specs fell below what the Nexus 7 had in store for me so I went with the Nexus.
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Doesn't even compete just look at the specs.
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It beats the nexus 7 in all benshmarks exept gl
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Look at the wild benchmark differences on exact same devices!! Depends on a lot what you score. So benchmarks are basically meaningless. Anyone can sacrifice battery and smoothness to put up a good score!
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No GPS either.
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Got one today. It appears it does have a GPS. It pinned me right down to my house in Google Maps.
I will say this, it doesn't seem laggy at alll. The problem is that some apps (Instagram, SiriusXM, Foursquare, UPS Mobile, Jetblue, and others) are marked incompatible in the Play Store. Apps like Twitter, Facebook, Angry Birds Friends, etc. work fine.
I'm not sure what the delimiting factor is, but it may have something to do with the resolution and how the apps were built.