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(Request) Samsung galaxy note multi-window feature port

Any chance some enterprising dev could get this running on our nexus 7's
http://phandroid.com/2012/10/05/sam...te-brings-awesome-multi-window-feature-video/http://phandroid.com/2012/10/05/sam...te-brings-awesome-multi-window-feature-video/
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That would be cool if they could, but I'm guessing this is deeply integrated into Touch wiz.
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Zaphod-Beeblebrox said:
Umm .. *cough* *cough* Cornerstone.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qX8w3UZIjkc
It's open source. Roman made an ICS/AOKP/Cornerstone build a long time ago ... felt it was too buggy to continue.
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AOKP got this request recently.
Seems a Cornerstone build would be the only way out...which is unlikely.

I'm fully aware this would probably be quite difficult to port, and likely quite time consuming.
Having said that, I also want this. It makes so much more sense on a 7 inch tablet then a 5 inch whatever.

This works with a handful of Google Apps, no other apps. I don't see the point.

khaytsus said:
This works with a handful of Google Apps, no other apps. I don't see the point.
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Running 2 apps at the same time. Seems like a great idea to me. It supports a limited amount of apps, but unlike Galaxy Note 10.1, you could probably hack in other apps to work.

khaytsus said:
This works with a handful of Google Apps, no other apps. I don't see the point.
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Yes, but the Galaxy Note 2 supports all apps in multi-window mode...

This would be *nice* to have but I don't know how much easier it would be then to just multitasking between 2 apps now and having the apps full screen. I can see some of the benefits like watching a youtube video while chatting on Google Talk. There are some good alternatives such as popup video players and notepads that overlay on top of current app and typically are resizable and movable.
While it makes sense this would be better on a 7" then a 5"... it really would be best on a 10". 7" barely gives me enough breathing room for 1 app. Plus most of the "compatible apps" are simple things like a calculator and notes

Well it seems VERY useful to me.
It's better than popup apps in my opinion - more app options.

Overscreen browser is a great alternative for now
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No, it's not.
This allows multiple apps to run side by side, Overskreen is just the browser. Also, it's not even compatible with Jelly Bean, so no one who owns a Nexus 7 can use it.

RickROM said:
Yes, but the Galaxy Note 2 supports all apps in multi-window mode...
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No, as I said, handful of specific Google apps. Read up on it. Will the list grow? Maybe? I'd have to guess it is a sdk used to support the function, is it worth app dev time to do it and possibly maintain multiple versions of their app?

more then google apps
Not just google apps can do this on the samsung note 10.1 .
samsng snote and lecture app
browser
vidoe player
picture gallery
polaris office
Photo shop (special note version)
I think there a few others that are on the samsung web app store. Samsung sbe adding apps to this.
Now for the bubble burst. The reason they work on the galaxy note is the new QUAD Core cpu and 2 GB Very fast ram .. samsung tried to release a less ram/power version of the 10.1 note with a higer res display. they backed the display down and increased the cpu//ram. this is also to support the WACOM S PEN..
I have been reading alot about the device because mine will be here Monday. So the above if from my reading and research. I can update you more mid next week.. I do not see a need for split windows on a 7 inch screen .. get the overscreen browser and try it.. JUST Does not work for productive work...
Hope this help make it more understandable... too bad samsung did not make the n7 . i give up because of the screen issues sent two of them back and will NOT order a 3rd...

Dude. Overskreen DOES NOT work on Jelly Bean. And it is just one app, vs an entire suite of Google Apps.
Also there's no need for window management.
Nexus 7 has a quad-core processor too, just less RAM - which isn't even a problem, it still can handle side by side apps.
And you're telling some weird stuff here. We are talking about Galaxy Note 2, which allows more apps, and works better. AND it works on a 5 inch screen, so it'll be awesome on a seven inch.
So yeah, please don't come back with your 'research' to tell us that you think that this feature is unnecessary.

i hope sincerely as a dev can make a mod for port this feature in future beacause it's very usefull even if work only with google apps it's better ,
anyone know if a moded youtube apps existing for play a video on background because i search since 3 month but not find ?
thx

I don't think there is one, sadly. Android doesn't support true multitasking

While i would love to have or port this it simply isnt possible, it requires a lot of changing to the frameworks and it would be hard to decompile all of samsungs sources and extract it.

SilverHedgehog said:
I don't think there is one, sadly. Android doesn't support true multitasking
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Stock android not, but there are a few roms with cornerstone, i think mainly on 10 inch tablets.

Web os did this kinda on a dual core wish android would absorb that multitasking feature right now running multiple apps kinda is a hit and miss
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25 reasons why the Nexus 4 is better than the iPhone

Nexus advantages:
1. $349 contract free >>> $649 contract free
2. Cheaper $299 contract free version >>> No cheaper version of latest gen phone
3. Google maps >>> Apple maps.
4. 3G radios for two different carriers >>> 3G radio for only 1 carrier
5. Customization of home screens >>> No customization of home screens
6. Notification LED >>> No notification LED
7. Quick Settings >>> No quick settings
8. Not needing a clunky program >>> Relying on iTunes
9. Widgets >>> No widgets
10. Ability to set default programs >>> No ability to set default programs
11. Company that preaches openness >>> Company that is closed minded
12. Voice to text even if you don' t have data >>> Always needing data to use voice to text
13. Gaming emulators >>> No emulators
14. File system >>> No file system
15. NFC >>> No NFC
16. Refund window of 15 minutes for apps >>> No refund window
17. Wireless charging vs No wireless charging
18. Photo sphere >>> Regular panorama
19. Industry standard micro USB >>> Proprietary lightning connector (Thanks Zurginator!)
20. Full updates >>> Feature-stripped updates (Thanks Zurginator!)
21. Customizable keyboard >>> Non-customizable keyboard (Thanks GiantJay!)
22. Android beam for super easy sharing of photos, videos, apps, and more >>> No android beam (Thanks coolbiza!)
23. USB-OTG to use with storage drives >>> No ability to work with storage drives (Thanks wurzelsepp3!)
24. Ability to easily root / flash roms >>> Jailbreaking getting harder and harder for hackers to accomplish over time (Thanks wurzelsepp3!)
25. Oh... and did I mention $349 contract free >>> $649 contract free? (with a $299 option if you want)
And of course I don't want to be biased in this thread so here are the iPhone advantages below...
iPhone advantages:
1. LTE >>> No LTE
2. CDMA + GSM options >>> Only GSM
3. Apple store customer service >>> Sending through mail for repairs
4. Easier to sell >>> Harder to sell (not as many people know the Nexus)
5. No thinking required >>> Thinking required (for the tech challenged)
6. 32 and 64 gb options available >>> 8 and 16 gb options only
7. Almost zero chance of malware >>> Very small chance of malware
8. More accessories >>> Less accessories (Thanks Zurginator!)
Washes:
1. OS smoothness (both are very smooth ever since project butter)
2. Housing materials (both have issues... soft aluminum scuffgate on the iphone but glass back on the nexus 4)
3. Amount of apps (both have tons of apps and all the major ones)
4. Non-removable batteries
5. Great IPS screens in HD
6. $199 price on contract
7. Fragmentation (both platforms have this now since 3gs, 4/4s, and 5 all have different resolutions for apps)
Personal preference:
1. Larger screen vs Smaller screen.
Did I miss anything?

Nexus:
Micro USB >>> Lightning
Full updates >>> Feature-stripped updates
iPhone:
Camera (dunno how to do a >>>)
Accessories

only reason
iphone sucks

Nexus 4 advantages
Custom roms and rooting over jailbreak
Trail period on apps and I don't think apple does this?
Nexus 4 isn't contributing to evilness.
Keyboard.
People ask you what is that with a stunned look when they see it. At least with my GNexus and S2.
Some of the easiest integration with other devices. This is more a a android thing though.
Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk 2

ap3604 said:
Nexus advantages:
1. $299 contract free >>> $650 contract free
2. Larger screen >>> Smaller screen.
3. Google maps >>> Apple maps.
4. 3G on two carriers >>> 3G on 1 carrier
6. Customization of home screens >>> No customization of home screens
7. Notification LED >>> No notification LED
8. Quick Settings >>> No quick settings
9. Not needing a clunky program >>> Relying on iTunes
10. Widgets >>> No widgets
11. Ability to set default programs >>> No ability to set default programs
12. Company that preaches openness >>> Company that is closed minded
13. Voice to text even if you don' t have data >>> Always needing data to use voice to text
14. Gaming emulators >>> No emulators
15. File system >>> No file system
16. NFC >>> No NFC
17. Refund window of 15 minutes for apps >>> No refund window
18. Wireless charging vs No wireless charging
19. Photo sphere >>> Regular panorama
20. Industry standard micro USB >>> Proprietary lightning connector (Thanks Zurginator!)
21. Full updates >>> Feature-stripped updates (Thanks Zurginator!)
22. Customizable keyboard >>> Non-customizable keyboard (Thanks GiantJay!)
23. Oh... and did I mention $299 contract free >>> $650 contract free?
And of course I don't want to be completely biased in this thread so here are the iPhone advantages below...
iPhone advantages:
1. LTE >>> No LTE
2. CDMA + GSM options >>> Only GSM
3. Apple store customer service >>> Sending through mail for repairs
4. Easier to sell >>> Harder to sell (not as many people know the Nexus)
5. No thinking required >>> Thinking required (for the tech challenged)
6. 32 and 64 gb options available >>> 8 and 16 gb options only
7. More accessories >>> Less accessories (Thanks Zurginator!)
Washes:
1. OS smoothness (both are very smooth ever since project butter)
2. Housing materials (both have issues... soft aluminum scuffgate on the iphone but glass back on the nexus 4)
3. Amount of apps (both have tons of apps and all the major ones)
4. Non-removable batteries
5. Great IPS screens in HD
6. $199 price on contract
7. Fragmentation (both platforms have this now since the iPhone 5 has different resolution)
Did I miss anything?
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A lot of these things you listed are subjective, or aren't a core feature of the phone, but a core feature of Android.
1. Definitely.
2. Subjective, some people prefer smaller screens. (Not me.)
3. Yes.
4. Not even sure.
5. 5 Isn't even here LOL.
6. Part of Android.
7. Yes.
8. Yes.
9. Yes & no. For some people on this planet, simply dragging and dropping is as hard as climbing a tree covered in oil with bugs all over it.
10. Android again.
11. Android again, again. But a favorite.
12. True, no to mention Google is innovative, and likes to step into new ground. If you notice how RIM (Blackberry) is doing, that's Apple. Soon, iOS will be nothing but washed up, but Google will continue to move into the future with innovations, like attempting to standardize NFC and including wireless charging.
13. Android.
14. Android, again.
15. Android, again, again.
16. I know, awesome.
17. I didn't even know this, holy. Android, but awesome.
18. I love this.
19. Android 4.2, but none the less awesome.
20. Hands down, a good one.
21. Eh, half/half on this one.
22. Android, but good.
23. YES, It's pure gold.
Now the reason I posted this is because it's not cool to hate on Apple, and say that Android/Nexus 4 is a king. It's all based on opinion and what works, and the reason I stress this is because a part of this community is very biased. Try to stay open minded with tech, cause tech works for an audience of people. And for what's fair, the iPhone has the simple menu style layout, which is easy for 6 year olds, or 60 year olds.

qwahchees said:
5. 5 Isn't even here LOL.
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Damn I'm caught!
Just was making sure you guys were paying attention
qwahchees said:
Now the reason I posted this is because it's not cool to hate on Apple, and say that Android/Nexus 4 is a king. It's all based on opinion and what works, and the reason I stress this is because a part of this community is very biased. Try to stay open minded with tech, cause tech works for an audience of people. And for what's fair, the iPhone has the simple menu style layout, which is easy for 6 year olds, or 60 year olds.
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I agree. I use a 4s for the last year now and love it, but I will most likely be changing to the Nexus 4. I'm not bashing it at all and the iPhone can definitely work's for a huge # of people based off of the sales figures, I just wanted to make a thread detailing some of the advantages of the Nexus 4 over the iPhone for those on the fence between the two and not sure.
I also tried to be as objective as possible but I guess everything is subjective to personal opinions so I went with my own on a few that I thought the majority here would agree with (such as larger vs smaller screen).

ap3604 said:
Damn I'm caught!
Just was making sure you guys were paying attention
Yeah, I use a 4s for the last year now and love it. It definitely work's for a huge # of people based off of the sales figures, I just wanted to make a thread detailing some of the advantages of the Nexus 4 for those on the fence and not sure. Not bashing anything just thought it might help someone on the fence decide.
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That's a good thing . I wasn't implying you were, my bad .
Er, yeah I can't go back to the iPhone anymore. Just doesn't cut my techness.

I do not know about nexus, but my SII have sharing files over bluetooth and iPhone only for hands free...
Big thing since im using it constantly to share photos with friends.
Cheers!!
Sent from my GT-I9100 using xda app-developers app

universal microUSB vs lightning cable...
wireless connectivity to TV too in nexus 4..
nexus 4 also has support for wireless charging...
also it has multiple lockscreen (like multiple homescreens) and widgets on lockscreen.
and dont forget Google Now. it has learned my university timins, my traffic schedules, my time table and my flights...
mind = blown

GiantJay said:
Nexus 4 advantages
Custom roms and rooting over jailbreak
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There might not even be a Jailbreak for the Iphone 5...
other Nexus 4 advantages:
USB OTG: ability to connect USB-Drives, Keyboards, Gamepads...
Miracast --- air play mirroring (we can't say wich one is better, but I guess the miracast adapters are going to be cheaper and it's an Industry standard)
fully functional Bluetooth >>> crippled Bluetooth
Ability to "tune" the hardware for example overclocking, undervolting ...
true multitasking >>> fake multitasking

I only need one reason, it runs Android. I will pick any Android phone I've used over an iPhone.
Sent from my LG Nexus 4 32GB

What about the one single solitary button on the iPhone........The heck is that? (I know what it does, since I'm surrounded by iPhone fanboy friends.)

On screen buttons.. advatage , can control your phone the way u want it .. eg roms , keyboard skins , home launchers.. , lockscreen etc. etc.
and also because its an android

ap3604 said:
Nexus advantages:
2. Larger screen >>> Smaller screen.
not for all. like my father don't like huge screens 4 inch is max for him
13. Gaming emulators >>> No emulators
idk what you mean saying "game emulator" but iPhone games is really awesome ( I'm not iPhone fan )
22. Android beam for super easy sharing of photos, videos, apps, and more >>> No android beam
What ANDROID beam will do on iOS?
iPhone advantages:
1. LTE >>> No LTE
LTE is not very popular technology. IN my country there is only 1/2 of street where works LTE But our country was in first 10 who brought LTE technology
5. No thinking required >>> Thinking required (for the tech challenged)
this is why I choosed android. You can high customize it , you can do something your own
In all other you are absolutely right.
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Also,
Google Now >>> ???
Google Voice Search >>> Siri
Although Google have released voice search on iOS I dont really think it will get many downloads to be honest.

I don't get such threads why does one need to be better than the other ? Its person dependent who needs what and for what platform has it been made to work with easier...

raze599 said:
Although Google have released voice search on iOS I dont really think it will get many downloads to be honest.
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Think of the people that still have the iPhone 4 or 3GS, they don't have Siri. They'll probably download Voice Search.

raze599 said:
Also,
Google Now >>> ???
Google Voice Search >>> Siri
Although Google have released voice search on iOS I dont really think it will get many downloads to be honest.
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No, I think apple users prefer the stuck up Siri attitude tbh.
Sent from my LG Nexus 4 32GB

raze599 said:
Google Now >>> ???
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Is Google Now really that useful?
I had thought about it when I made the original list but I just can't seem to see the possibilities yet. So you pull down the notification area and it shows you your upcoming stuff right? (i.e. your commute to work, your meeting in a few hours, etc) How is it different from simply getting notifications/reminders about these things?
I'm curious cause I feel like I'm missing something.

ap3604 said:
Is Google Now really that useful?
I had thought about it when I made the original list but I just can't seem to see the possibilities yet. So you pull down the notification area and it shows you your upcoming stuff right? (i.e. your commute to work, your meeting in a few hours, etc) How is it different from simply getting notifications/reminders about these things?
I'm curious cause I feel like I'm missing something.
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Yeah... Never thought it was useful...But they are adding features to it, like upcoming trips (bye-bye tripit). And this Sunday/Monday/Tuesday it did gave me "High Wind Warning".

New Nexus 7 - Help me unleash the power

Hi Guys
Completely new to the forum and registered 5 min ago. I'm a proud owner of a Nexus 7 but coming from Apple I'm not sure where to go next.
I'm sure many people have asked these questions in the past and yes I have looked through the forums as well as good old fashion Google but not seen a one stop shop.
Please could someone take the time and help me with the below?
1. What are the best apps to use? What are the apps everyone is using?
2. What is the best things for Themes? I've heard of Novo and Apex but which one is the best? As a point of knowledge I'm looking for a minimalistic theme.
3. Is it really worth putting a new Rom on? Bootloader? Sorry all very new to me this stuff.
4. What do people use they Nexus for on an average day?
5. I want an app that I can draw add notes in but it is seamless with the PC so I can then transfer it to that and work on it in windows (works pc) possibly something like One Note but not One Note.
6. Where do people get the Nexus fix from? What is your source of information (apart from this wonderful website which I can believe Ive never registered on before)
7. Best Android browser (flash)
Appreciate it is allot of questions guys but I've posted on other forums to have no responses so Im really hoping the community will help me here.
Once again sorry for being a pain and hop this is in the correct section.
Thanks in advance
James

You don't need to do any of that. Just enjoy your tablet.
The stock ROM is great, the stock launcher is great. Look for the best reviews in the store.
I would start with ShadowGun Deadzone to see how great multiplayer gaming is on the N7.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.madfingergames.deadzone
After that, take a look at the editor picks on the play store.
There are also some offers on at the moment:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/collection/promotion_2013_play_birthday?feature=banner
(Need For Speed, Plants Vs Zombies are great)

LanceyJSC said:
1. What are the best apps to use? What are the apps everyone is using?
2. What is the best things for Themes? I've heard of Novo and Apex but which one is the best? As a point of knowledge I'm looking for a minimalistic theme.
3. Is it really worth putting a new Rom on? Bootloader? Sorry all very new to me this stuff.
4. What do people use they Nexus for on an average day?
5. I want an app that I can draw add notes in but it is seamless with the PC so I can then transfer it to that and work on it in windows (works pc) possibly something like One Note but not One Note.
6. Where do people get the Nexus fix from? What is your source of information (apart from this wonderful website which I can believe Ive never registered on before)
7. Best Android browser (flash)
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1. This is completely relative. My favorite or most used apps could be your least favorite and never used apps. Your best bet is to wander around in the Play Store and just experiment.
2. Nova and Apex aren't themes, they're launchers. They offer more customization options than the stock launcher. You can also theme with them, yes. Again, there is no such thing as "best" - there is only preference. I personally prefer Nova Launcher Prime.
3. It depends on what you are after. If tons of customization is your thing, then yes, go with a custom ROM, such as Paranoid Android. If no, you are just a casual user, the stock ROM does a superb job.
4. Depends on the person. I read articles on it, books, some games, Skype, etc.
5. Asus Supernote.
6. XDA, Google Play Store.
7. I personally just use Chrome.

LanceyJSC said:
Hi Guys
Completely new to the forum and registered 5 min ago. I'm a proud owner of a Nexus 7 but coming from Apple I'm not sure where to go next.
I'm sure many people have asked these questions in the past and yes I have looked through the forums as well as good old fashion Google but not seen a one stop shop.
Please could someone take the time and help me with the below?
1. What are the best apps to use? What are the apps everyone is using?
2. What is the best things for Themes? I've heard of Novo and Apex but which one is the best? As a point of knowledge I'm looking for a minimalistic theme.
3. Is it really worth putting a new Rom on? Bootloader? Sorry all very new to me this stuff.
4. What do people use they Nexus for on an average day?
5. I want an app that I can draw add notes in but it is seamless with the PC so I can then transfer it to that and work on it in windows (works pc) possibly something like One Note but not One Note.
6. Where do people get the Nexus fix from? What is your source of information (apart from this wonderful website which I can believe Ive never registered on before)
7. Best Android browser (flash)
Appreciate it is allot of questions guys but I've posted on other forums to have no responses so Im really hoping the community will help me here.
Once again sorry for being a pain and hop this is in the correct section.
Thanks in advance
James
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For backing up I recommend Carbon. As it works with or without root. If you're rooted you can use Titanium Backup but I've found it to be way more than I needed.
For browsing I use the default chrome. If I need flash I use firefox. You have to make sure you have flash installed seperately. See here for instructions. This works without root.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ofxPwmZULw
Some people recommend a custom kernel for better performance and battery lfie. Personally I have been very satisfied with a stock kernel and rom. I have rooted mine but I only use it to reset my bluetooth configuration because a gamepad I have sometimes doesn't pair properly. Somewhere on here there is a comparison of custom kernels if you want to check it out. I've forgotten where it is though.

LanceyJSC said:
Hi Guys
Completely new to the forum and registered 5 min ago. I'm a proud owner of a Nexus 7 but coming from Apple I'm not sure where to go next.
I'm sure many people have asked these questions in the past and yes I have looked through the forums as well as good old fashion Google but not seen a one stop shop.
Please could someone take the time and help me with the below?
1. What are the best apps to use? What are the apps everyone is using?
2. What is the best things for Themes? I've heard of Novo and Apex but which one is the best? As a point of knowledge I'm looking for a minimalistic theme.
3. Is it really worth putting a new Rom on? Bootloader? Sorry all very new to me this stuff.
4. What do people use they Nexus for on an average day?
5. I want an app that I can draw add notes in but it is seamless with the PC so I can then transfer it to that and work on it in windows (works pc) possibly something like One Note but not One Note.
6. Where do people get the Nexus fix from? What is your source of information (apart from this wonderful website which I can believe Ive never registered on before)
7. Best Android browser (flash)
Appreciate it is allot of questions guys but I've posted on other forums to have no responses so Im really hoping the community will help me here.
Once again sorry for being a pain and hop this is in the correct section.
Thanks in advance
James
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I agree with CrazyPeter...
If as you say, you are a complete novice with regard to Android... for the time being, just forget about ROMs, BOOTLOADERs and ROOT. All that will come much later.
Just enjoy your tablet as Google intended... there's a whole plethora of interesting stuff on PlayStore to be played with first.
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Here are some of my 'core' apps, which I have installed on all my Android boxes (and would consider to be incomplete without).
QuickPic, CatchNotes (In which I'm typing this), Dual File Manager, Temple Run 2, IMDB, Apex, Opera Mobile (although the new WebKit version, Opera Browser Beta is shaping up to be a great browser).
When I got my first Android device in 2010, I spent six months just playing around with stuff available on PlayStore... (read the reviews and recommendations).
This was well before I even considered rooting and flashing custom ROMs.
I would recommend you do something similar, just to gain the experience of using Android... and read, read and MORE read, everything you can.
XDA is a veritable Aladdin's Cave of Android knowledge. Avail yourself of it.
Rgrds,
Ged.

1 - You need to find your own apps, no-one can tell you what you'll like.
BetterBatteryStats is an app I ALWAYS recommend.
XDA Forum App
Coin Drop
Jetpack Joyride
Fing Network Monitor
Falcon Pro (AWESOME TWITTER CLIENT!!!!)
2 - Apex is better than Nova on Tablet, Nova is better than Apex on Smartphone. (My favourite minimalistic theme : https://play.google.com/store/apps/...?t=W251bGwsMSwxLDEsImNvbS5hcGV4Lm1pbmltYWwiXQ..)
3 - HELL YEAH - Get Paranoid Android, and Either M-Kernel or Faux123 Kernel and you'll be dribbling mate !
4 - I just use it whilst being a couch potato, others take it out and about but I generally don't. Browsing, Watching Youtube, Forums, Email, Social (Facebook/Twitter)
5 - I'm not sure on this one, maybe Evernote?
6 - Pfft, nowhere but XDA!
7 - AOSP Browser (Built into Paranoid Android)

Thanks for all the responses so far guys and gals!

Use Evernote for note taking
Sent from my Nexus 7 using xda premium

I recently had to trim down the number of apps on my htc desire due to nand issues. Doing so also made me aware of the core apps I can't live without....so here's the list!
Adaway
flash player
Airdroid
Lightning browser
CPU spy
Drive
Dropbox
FTP server ultimate (use with filezilla)
Game killer
Gameboid
N64oid
Mx player
Remote for vlc
root explorer
Screen adjuster
Setcpu
Tasks free (I use this for notetaking in lecture - can then access from any device with internet)
Thumb keyboard
Titanium backup
Unified remote full
Swapps
Lmt
Wm FTP client
Tasker
appinstaller
Ezpdf reader
Xda app
Super hexagon
GMd gesture
Floating stickies
Teamviewer
Some/the most useful ones may need root
Oh and I highly recommend u root the nexus to unleash its full power
Definitely install multirom, it will allow u to multiboot different roms so u can test them out before deciding on one (or keeping them all). I personally multiboot a cm10.1 (android 4.2), paranoid android (4.1), and ubuntu (a desktop os). The reason for the 4.1 rom is coz its faster and less buggy than 4.2 , and "directory bind" app actually works - letting me run 16gb worth of android game files from a usb...awesome right?

Install flash player. google it to find the apk
use naked browser for flash.. Fastest and lightweight browser... great for flash

LanceyJSC said:
Hi Guys
Completely new to the forum and registered 5 min ago. I'm a proud owner of a Nexus 7 but coming from Apple I'm not sure where to go next.
I'm sure many people have asked these questions in the past and yes I have looked through the forums as well as good old fashion Google but not seen a one stop shop.
Please could someone take the time and help me with the below?
1. What are the best apps to use? What are the apps everyone is using?
2. What is the best things for Themes? I've heard of Novo and Apex but which one is the best? As a point of knowledge I'm looking for a minimalistic theme.
3. Is it really worth putting a new Rom on? Bootloader? Sorry all very new to me this stuff.
4. What do people use they Nexus for on an average day?
5. I want an app that I can draw add notes in but it is seamless with the PC so I can then transfer it to that and work on it in windows (works pc) possibly something like One Note but not One Note.
6. Where do people get the Nexus fix from? What is your source of information (apart from this wonderful website which I can believe Ive never registered on before)
7. Best Android browser (flash)
Appreciate it is allot of questions guys but I've posted on other forums to have no responses so Im really hoping the community will help me here.
Once again sorry for being a pain and hop this is in the correct section.
Thanks in advance
James
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As what CrazyPeter said, just enjoy your tab and get all the juice you can from it. Everything will just fall into place if you want to experiment a little bit. I myself have not yet rooted or flashed custom ROMS but I'd probably will (to maximize my gaming experience). N7 is really doing well in gaming (Tegra 3 is a beast). I suggest, if you play a lot of games, go get an OTG cable and a PS3 controller or a controller built for Android (MOGA is really nice). These controller matches well with games like Shadowgun Deadzone and some pretty good console emulators (NES emu).
If you read a lot, there's a lot of really good readers (Adobe Reader, Kindle Fire) in the Play Store. Perfect Viewer is awesome for comics
You can browse the xda forums to help you with your N7 experience.
This thread helped me customize my N7
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1740482
This thread helped me try some of the awesome games at Play Store
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1771129

Awww yeah, I've wanted to find one of these threads forever. Despite joining the forum in 2010, I only really started using my account when I got a Nexus 7 last Christmas, so I'm still a bit new myself. However, I think I have a somewhat impressive mass of some of the best apps/options available to a N7 power user. Especially what's been posted so far, no offense. Sure, usage is mostly personal preference, but comparing apps to find the best is what's most fun about a competitive apps market. Also, there's no reason to think that custom roms/kernels/recoveries will "come with time." You should just do it now and have an awesome tablet asap! It's basically impossible to permanently brick your device, and it's very simple to do this stuff if you just read instructions and threads before asking questions.
On that subject, if you have any questions, ask away!
1. What are the best apps to use? What are the apps everyone is using?
Browsers: xScope (my fav), Dolphin, Firefox, Opera, Boat, AOSP
Launcher: Apex and Nova, lol
Music: PowerAMP, n7player, Google Music
Video: MX Player, Netflix
File Manager: ES File Manager (stream videos/media via wifi/LAN)
E-Books: Moon+ Reader
Word/Excel/PP: OfficeSuite Pro
Cloud: Dropbox, Google Drive, Microsoft SkyDrive, Box, MediaFire, MEGA, Bitcasa
Weather: The Weather Channel
Misc: Beautiful Widgets, Reddit Sync (#1 reddit browser), TeamViewer, ShareKM (really cool), uTorrent+uTorrent remote, Changelog Droid, BetterBatteryStats
Games: Temple Run 2, Glow Hockey, TETRIS, Minecraft PE, ShadowGun: DeadZone, Dead Trigger, Jetpack Joyride, Major Mayhem, Robotek, The Shape Shooter, Cordy 1-3, GTA 3/Vice City, Cubes vs Spheres, The Impossible Game, Super Hexagon, Beat Hazard, Night Sky, Solar 2
Emulators: Mupen64 Plus (N64), Snes9x EX+ (SNES), FPSe (PSX), Gameboid/GBCoid (GBA/GBC), Gensoid (Genesis), there's a lot of emulators and they're easy to find.
2. What is the best things for Themes? I've heard of Novo and Apex but which one is the best? As a point of knowledge I'm looking for a minimalistic theme.
I don't use themes because stock is the only really great looking one to me, but there's a Themes List in the Themes and Apps section of the forums.
3. Is it really worth putting a new Rom on? Bootloader? Sorry all very new to me this stuff.
Roms, Recoveries, and Kernels are all very important when it comes to heavy optimization/customization on your device, and it's all very safe and easy on Nexus devices in particular, imo. They heavily impact functionality, speed, and appearance. Basically the Rom is what your operating system is, Recoveries are custom bootloaders that you can flash/backup/wipe/whatever with, and Kernels are like the backbone your Roms run off of.
I've tried a good few of the most popular roms/kernels, and there's a good reason they got that popular. TWRP is almost unarguably the best recovery you could get. ParanoidAndroid is outright the most used custom rom because of it's amazing customizable interface. M-Kernel is about the fastest by a margin and the developer is a cool dude. You can find these three (what I use) and a couple other good things in my signature. There's more detailed instructions if you just search around the forum or wikis or something.
4. What do people use they Nexus for on an average day?
I'm just a generally unbusy teenager, so I use mine for browsing the web, videos, reading, navigation, social networking, gaming, GAMING, file management, even working on documents for school. I know the iPad has a good handful of excellent tablet apps that just aren't really on Android, but there's still not much limitation with what you can do versus a laptop. It fits in your back pocket and the battery is god damn excellent.
5. I want an app that I can draw add notes in but it is seamless with the PC so I can then transfer it to that and work on it in windows (works pc) possibly something like One Note but not One Note.
Evernote? I dunno. I don't really take notes.
6. Where do people get the Nexus fix from? What is your source of information (apart from this wonderful website which I can believe Ive never registered on before)
reddit.com/r/Android is alright, I guess. Most important news surfaces there, and there's the occasional awesome app that recently came out. AndroidPolice is cool. Honestly, I mostly just browse the hell out of this forum and find pretty rad stuff.
7. Best Android browser (flash)
The Android Open Source Project Browser, AOSP Browser for short. It's the stock Android browser for most devices, but for some reason Google decided flashless Chrome would be a better fit, despite being slower and more quirky. The AOSP browser isn't available on any official site, but you can get it Here. Flashing it is easiest, but you can do it with ES File Manager if you wanna feel pro. Also most roms tend to replace Chrome with AOSP or a superior flash-compatible browser, just as a heads up.

Guys up till 3 am last night learning and fiddling (sounds odd) but this is what I got so far.
Just want to change the clock with something with a little colour
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Guys up till 3 am last night learning and fiddling (sounds odd) but this is what I got so far.
Just want to change the clock with something with a little colour
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You're a quick learner, that looks great. What's the clock widget?
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Changed my mind started playing with UCCW now and doing things for myself just want to change the weather icon for it to be more fitting.
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Those are actually rather awesome clock widgets, but there's this one that was created by a Google dev called "DashClock" and it's exploded with support and popularity as a suggested replacement to the current bland simple clock. If you search for it in the Play store, it'll show up with loads of optional extensions.
Basically it's like the stock clock, except it allows for extensions and it'll list weather, email, notifications, music, calendar events, alarms, any function you could imagine below it. Apparently a minimal-style list is easier to use than the stupid swiping left and right for additional widgets.

1. What are the best apps to use? What are the apps everyone is using?
- Igag
- Currents (preloaded)
- Mx player is THE video player, it plays everything.
- cloud print, if your printer supports it
- almost every printer nowadays has an app to print and scan too, very useful
- use those 20000 songs you can store in Google cloud - play music
Saves space on N7
- dropbox
- es file explorer
- adownloader (torrent client)
That's what I use daily. Browse trough play store, most of the apps that you know from iDevices are available for android too.
2. What is the best things for Themes? I've heard of Novo and Apex but which one is the best? As a point of knowledge I'm looking for a minimalistic theme.
Its called launcher, kind of like desktop replacement on Linux, but not really. Try the both, but only paid versions offer any real advantages over default launcher. I use nova prime.
Minimalistic themes are useless, they are not very productive, IMHO.
3. Is it really worth putting a new Rom on? Bootloader? Sorry all very new to me this stuff.
No, not really. You will get a hang of it as you browse xda some more, but keep it stock for now, rooting it is worth it though, for example to remove adds.
4. What do people use they Nexus for on an average day?
Emails, web, series and movies on the go, music player through Bluetooth adapter in the living room, news, games...
And navigation, once I get a suitable car mount.
Its also a great eBook reader, I use Mantano app.
I also use it for video monitoring my baby, using IP webcam on my phone and tinycam monitor on nexus7.
5. I want an app that I can draw add notes in but it is seamless with the PC so I can then transfer it to that and work on it in windows (works pc) possibly something like One Note but not One Note.
Search play store a little, I don't know, I don't use them.
6. Where do people get the Nexus fix from? What is your source of information (apart from this wonderful website which I can believe Ive never registered on before)
Xda is the best, other websites just steal from here mostly. You don't need any other, you belong to us now!
7. Best Android browser (flash)
Chrome for everyday browsing, Firefox beta does flash I think.
You have to find flash apk yourself though, I never need flash.
Try all popular browsers and decide for yourself. I did, and I stuck to chrome.
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I'm waiting on a youporn app coming out
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I'm waiting on a youporn app coming out
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http://www.androidcentral.com/planet-pron-app-knows-how-do-android-porn-right-nsfw
I hope I won't get into trouble by this. It's just a link to an article after all. And all the nudity is censored.

Checked it out. Best porn app I've seen free version and a 5 dollar lifetime axx for higher res vids.
Think I better get my card out lol
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HD Video: Best Apps for Galaxy Gear NULL ROM

Hey everyone:
I have been installing and uninstalling lots of apps and widgets to determine what works on the Galaxy Gear Smartwatch. I've got my Gear Null Rom'med and connected to a Galaxy Note 1 Phone. Since I am not giving up my Note 1, the Galaxy Gear looked to be my only choice thanks to the work of the NULL ROM developer. Mostly everything on the Gear works-- except notifications, weather, and third-party contact apps. I'm looking forward to the SMS developments going on in another thread. My partner also has the same phone and Gear, so I've got two mouths to feed!
Otherwise, these are the best apps for the Gear 1 that I have found so far. I am learning some new stuff too, so there may be a part two in the near future.
Please comment, looking forward to your feedback, and I salute all of the developers who are continuing to hack the Gear device. Thanks guys!
Jason
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great list - i use voice translate as well on mine and another one that's a big help when travelling is Word Lens - lets you translate signs by using the camera snd brst of all it does so without the need to tether (caveat - cost $4.99)
JasonJ1968 said:
Hey everyone:
I have been installing and uninstalling lots of apps and widgets to determine what works on the Galaxy Gear Smartwatch. I've got my Gear Null Rom'med and connected to a Galaxy Note 1 Phone. Since I am not giving up my Note 1, the Galaxy Gear looked to be my only choice thanks to the work of the NULL ROM developer. Mostly everything on the Gear works-- except notifications, weather, and third-party contact apps. I'm looking forward to the SMS developments going on in another thread. My partner also has the same phone and Gear, so I've got two mouths to feed!
Otherwise, these are the best apps for the Gear 1 that I have found so far. I am learning some new stuff too, so there may be a part two in the near future.
Please comment, looking forward to your feedback, and I salute all of the developers who are continuing to hack the Gear device. Thanks guys!
Jason
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Great to see another Torontonian using the same watch/phone combo that I am! What a fantastic and informative video as well...I can't wait to get home and try out that remote media controller as I have my note automatically connect to a decent set of Bluetooth speakers when I walk in the door. It'll be really cool to control the music from anywhere in the house..
I noticed that you are using a stock touchwizz ROM on your note. What version of gear manager are you using and with what degree of effectiveness? I am using an AOKP kitkat ROM on my note that I absolutely love and don't think I could tear myself from but I may just nandroid and try stock if you tell me that there is greater functionality..

Great video! Nicely edited and covers a lot of mysterious capabilities n features that aren't immediately obvious to beginners-including myself. Nicely done!
PS: Love Google Goggles and Price Rythem for instant product information, nutritional facts, reviews, current pricing! Either scan the bar code or take a picture of the item, and your done!
Runner up would be Pie Controls to quicky access your favorite apps. from your watch face.
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Great to see another Torontonian using the same watch/phone combo that I am! What a fantastic and informative video as well...I can't wait to get home and try out that remote media controller as I have my note automatically connect to a decent set of Bluetooth speakers when I walk in the door. It'll be really cool to control the music from anywhere in the house..
I noticed that you are using a stock touchwizz ROM on your note. What version of gear manager are you using and with what degree of effectiveness? I am using an AOKP kitkat ROM on my note that I absolutely love and don't think I could tear myself from but I may just nandroid and try stock if you tell me that there is greater functionality..
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Hey fellow Torontonian! Does the KitKat ROM on your Note 1 allow you to keep the S Pen features?
I can only get to Gear Manager 1.2 and basically none of the notifications work-- the Gear Manager is only able to open the Contact app on the phone. The Gear's camera app does transfer photos to the phone automatically. Nothing else works in Gear Manager. I can't give up S Note on the phone, so it hasn't been rooted since Samsung released a JB update a year ago. I wish that SMS and email notifications could work but--- but there's not really any other smartwatch that will work with the Note 1 so I accept these compromises.

[APP] [Android 4.4+,Win, MacOS] Open Labs Stagelight

To anyone that does not have either Android Core Bundle, Desktop Core Bundle, or Mixer view yet... We're giving it away free for the rest of the month. Happy July! Promo Code is: FREECORE More info on our site!
http://us.openlabs.com/
***Beta Signup is RE-OPENED... Sign up to help test Stagelight 3.0 on Android phones and phablets, Windows 10 and Apple MacOS***
Beta Sign up Form.
Stagelight 3.0: What’s New
Look and Feel
-Enhanced color scheme with added layers and depth
-Smooth animation transitions
-New Transport design allows you to keep more in view
-Redesigned Track Mixer with collapsible panels
New Mixing Features
-Fullscreen Mixer View
-New: Send Effect Tracks
---Unlimited Sends
---Pre/Post Routing
-Higher resolution Volume Faders
-Enhanced Peak Metering
-Optimized Track Filters
-Force Mono switch
-Master Track view with global view switches
Track Freeze
-Freeze instruments and insert effects to save CPU and RAM
---Includes freeze/unfreeze of individual tracks
---Freeze/Unfreeze All Tracks
SongTransfer
-Send Song Projects to your other connected devices with the push of a button
-Can send to one or multiple devices at the same time
Sequencer Enhancements
-LoopBuilder Mode
---Enhanced Follow Actions for SongPart Customization
---Easier Mixdown/Sharing
---Enhanced Record to Timeline flow
-Consolidated Tools
-Timeline Mode
-Enhanced Project Overview
-Easier Song Loop point editing
-Better touch support for editing parts
-New Master Track with Automation
-Easier Track Reorganizing
-MIDI Editor
---Auto shows all notes
---Easier Touch Editing of Note
---Easier KeyLock View (hides note rows not in the selected mode)
Some Known Issues:
GUI issues (still making tweaks and optimizations)
Potential sluggishness (Android)
Some minor scaling/sizing issues
In-App Lessons Issues
Lessons can fail to initialize (reloading the lesson usually corrects the issue)
Some lessons need to be rebuilt for 3.0.
VST/AU Scanning is buggy at the moment (we’re working on it)
Plugin Names may not display properly on Windows or Mac in Track Mixer
There will be other issues, crashers, etc. Help us find them!

Attention Musicians,
Open Labs is bringing the music creation app, Stagelight to Android tablets, phablets and phones.
If you’re interested in music creation and own an Android device that contains a multi-core CPU, 2gb of RAM and running Android 4.4 or higher, you join the beta team by filling out this form. Once you fill out the form, you’ll receive an invite to join the Private Beta Google+ Community and will be given early access to Stagelight 2.3. ****Please note, it may take up to 24 hours to receive your invitation.
More Info:
What is Stagelight?
Stagelight is the easiest and best way to create, share and play with music on Windows and Android devices. Stagelight comes with built-in lessons, sounds, instruments, loops, effects and much, much more.
Features:
In-App Lessons
Multitrack Recording (Audio and MIDI)
Timeline Mode Sequencing:
Loopbuilder Mode Sequencing: Easily record and trigger loops. Record remixes on the fly.
Loop Browser with free loops
High Quality Elastique Time Stretching
Built in Instruments including:
-Drum Machine with Step Sequencer
-ElectroSynth
-ElectroPulse
-ElectroBass
-ElectroGuitars
-ElectroOrgans
On-Screen Instruments (Drums and Keys)
Key Lock for flawless playing on your touchscreen
In-App Store for adding more features and content
Seamless project compatibility with Stagelight for Windows
Stagelight 2.1 Video Overview
Screen Shots
Thanks for reading and looking forward to hearing your feedback. If you have questions feel free to PM me.
Matthew Presley - Product Manager | Stagelight
www.openlabs.com

A friendly reminder, this free offer is only available until the end of July 17th. Anyone interested in a music creation on Android should check this out!

Filled out my form. Can't wait to test it out. Thanks!

Signed up too. I hope I'm chosen. Android really needs something like this.

I have signed up the forum right now, i wish offer is still valid, when will i get the invite? do i have to accept the invite before the offer ends?

Hi Everyone,
As long as you fill out the form and have a compatible tablet, you will get your free license. We have to process each request manually so it will take some time, but rest assured, we'll get to each and every submission. If you have any questions, feel free to PM me.
Cheers!
Matthew Presley

I hope we can test it. Would be great. Just the last item missing. Just checking the trial version 2.1.

I have used quite a few android midi controllers and instruments over the past few years. Can't wait to see what this brings to the table

Applied
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Phablet Support
Will it work on Galaxy Note? or any Phablet?

We are only supporting tablets for this initial release, but phablet support is currently in development. Stay tuned
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Will it work on Galaxy Note? or any Phablet?
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MatthewPresley said:
We are only supporting tablets for this initial release, but phablet support is currently in development. Stay tuned
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I don't understand. The Nexus 6 is essentially a tablet. The Nexus 7 is a tablet. Although the 6 is a phablet, it's more borderline tablet than anything else. And if I switch my DPI from the stock 560 to 480, then I'm truly running in tablet. Notice that Android USED to have a legitimate "tablet mode" in tablets. Now no longer.
I'm going to apply for the Nexus 6. It should be eligible, in my humble opinion.

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I don't understand. The Nexus 6 is essentially a tablet. The Nexus 7 is a tablet. Although the 6 is a phablet, it's more borderline tablet than anything else. And if I switch my DPI from the stock 560 to 480, then I'm truly running in tablet. Notice that Android USED to have a legitimate "tablet mode" in tablets. Now no longer.
I'm going to apply for the Nexus 6. It should be eligible, in my humble opinion.
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Kal El7
Have at it. It's choice on my form for a reason . While there is still plenty of work to do to enhance the interface, the Nexus 6 will definitely be supported sooner than other phablets.

MatthewPresley said:
We are only supporting tablets for this initial release, but phablet support is currently in development. Stay tuned
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Kal El7
Have at it. It's choice on my form for a reason . While there is still plenty of work to do to enhance the interface, the Nexus 6 will definitely be supported sooner than other phablets.
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Hahaha! I'm gonna try it, brother - I'm a dreamer kind of guy.
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Hahaha! I'm gonna try it, brother - I'm a dreamer kind of guy.
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lol.....Nexus 6 genuinely was listed. Hahaha....
I applied.
In any case, though, great job on this app and sharing the love on Android. Keep up the great work, guys.

We will, and thanks!
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Hahaha! I'm gonna try it, brother - I'm a dreamer kind of guy.
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lol.....Nexus 6 genuinely was listed. Hahaha....
I applied.
In any case, though, great job on this app and sharing the love on Android. Keep up the great work, guys.
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Filled form for my phablet, can't modify it to fill my tab

I applied with a Nexus 4 on the list as that's my main device and just after I saw that it supports tablets only. I do have a Nexus 7 lying around as well but I cannot re-fill the form. Am I still eligible for the offer? Thanks!

Application filled in for nexus 6 aswell
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So, even though I signed up to be a tester. I am being told that my device is not compatible. I have two devices. One is an Nvidia Shield Tablet and the other is a Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 Edition. Neither the Play Store app or the Play Store through a Web browser works. Any ideas?
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Filled form for my phablet, can't modify it to fill my tab
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PM your email to me and Ill get you set up!