Introducing Nexus 7 = google android tablet

touts

CL7 wrote: »

Has anybody tried to read a comic on this yet? Is it too small for this purpose?

There was a segment on this on the All abuot Android podcast two shows ago. Basically all 7 inch will be small but there are ways around it by zooming in or using software that displays one panel at a time. BUT if you want the traditional view of a comic then the larger tablets are better.

dulpit

touts wrote: »

There was a segment on this on the All abuot Android podcast two shows ago. Basically all 7 inch will be small but there are ways around it by zooming in or using software that displays one panel at a time. BUT if you want the traditional view of a comic then the larger tablets are better.

I was literally about to say the same thing...

All about Android show where it's discussed: http://twit.tv/show/all-about-android/67

And here's the actual answer on it from Ron Richards: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E7fZaffpq4s&t=8s&noredirect=1

WeleaseWoderick

TheDoc wrote: »

Google have made plenty, appears Currys/Pc World just couldnt source enough, or employing the hold back strategy.

I could see the screen in HMV yesterday as the girl was putting through my pre order and there was no indication of unit limits or anything, plentyful there.

I'd say for anyone stuck its probs the best shout.

Confirmed at €239 and in stock Thursday, they will call you if they are shifting them earlier. And its in the system for pre order so no reason why any of the stores will say they arnt taking pre orders,

I just rang HMV Grafton Street and was told they weren't taking any more preorders at this point.

TheDoc

Any indication where I could pickup a case from a walk in store?

Preferably not costing the bollox of me either

TheDoc

WeleaseWoderick wrote: »

I just rang HMV Grafton Street and was told they weren't taking any more preorders at this point.

ok well thats one scenario I guess, if their allocation is gone

Did they mention anything about release date ? Still seeing people mention how they are popping into HMV today to pick theirs up, and I'm curios

WeleaseWoderick

TheDoc wrote: »

ok well thats one scenario I guess, if their allocation is gone

Did they mention anything about release date ? Still seeing people mention how they are popping into HMV today to pick theirs up, and I'm curios

They said they won't be available till next week. No exact day given.

Edit: just rang HMV Dundrum and was told they hadn't been taking preorders as they don't know how many they are getting in but he said the release date on the system is 26th July

TheDoc

WeleaseWoderick wrote: »

They said they won't be available till next week. No exact day given.

Edit: just rang HMV Dundrum and was told they hadn't been taking preorders as they don't know how many they are getting in but he said the release date on the system is 26th July

Yeah confirms what Swords told me, just saw people on Facebook posting how they were popping down to pick theirs up, probably going off some incorrect information.

balkieb2002

TheDoc wrote: »

Any indication where I could pickup a case from a walk in store?

Preferably not costing the bollox of me either

Yeah that's obviously the next purchase. I'm holding off to see what Google officially unveil (meant to be 4 different variations) so hopefully something will appear in next week.

WeleaseWoderick wrote: »

They said they won't be available till next week. No exact day given.

Edit: just rang HMV Dundrum and was told they hadn't been taking preorders as they don't know how many they are getting in but he said the release date on the system is 26th July

HMV and Argos seem to be giving random dates so far from reading this thread so really hard to tell when it will be out and how many they will get in.

Hopefully delivery man is on his way with mine now and then only have to get through stupidly long day of work!

Danger781

What is the recommended charging guidelines?

Tripp

Received my two this morning from Currys/PC World

h57xiucj2z946q

Tripp wrote: »

Received my two this morning from Currys/PC World

Can I have one?

Warmzie

annyone know a site were one could pre-order one right now that takes laser cards? Or a shop in Blanchardstown that takes pre-orders in the shop

soccerbreaker

Danger781 wrote: »

What is the recommended charging guidelines?

You can check on the manual given with that.

Danger781

soccerbreaker wrote: »

You can check on the manual given with that.

Ah right, sound

irishgeo

tesco got back to me

On sale July 29th but only in shops with electrical desks what ever that means?

ShaneScouse

Its prob been answered a hundred times, I am reading back threw the thread as we speak so advancded apology.
But Is there any store that has stock today/this weekend that I can pick one of these up in, i want to give it as a pressy next week and be perfect price range for it. Im in dublin and can get to any store north/south side easily, id like to avoid town though, tks alot

pleasant Co.

irishgeo wrote: »

tesco got back to me

On sale July 29th but only in shops with electrical desks what ever that means?

It means that if your tesco doesn't already stock electrical goods like laptops, hard drives, nintendos or xboxes it won't be stocking the N7.

Patsy fyre

A press release from Google explaining the reason for the limited stock, and when we can expect them to be back in the shops would be extremely beneficial!

irishgeo

Mactard wrote: »

It means that if your tesco doesn't already stock electrical goods like laptops, hard drives, nintendos or xboxes it won't be stocking the N7.

might get one in sligo on my way back.

BrookieD

First homepage set up added -
Wallpaper is live and looks great on the display.

GrumPy

TheDoc wrote: »

Any indication where I could pickup a case from a walk in store?

Preferably not costing the bollox of me either

Yeah, if anyone knows a bricks & mortar shop I could buy a cover in, it would be great. Worried I'll scratch it to shíte if I don't get one soon!

I'd love a magnetic-ey one, but any will do to protect it!

dulpit

BrookieD wrote: »

First homepage set up added -
Wallpaper is live and looks great on the display.

Shiny.

Needs moar apps though...

Gran Hermano

GrumPy wrote: »

Yeah, if anyone knows a bricks & mortar shop I could buy a cover in, it would be great. Worried I'll scratch it to shíte if I don't get one soon!

I'd love a magnetic-ey one, but any will do to protect it!

I'm using one of these I had for the Flyer. http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B005HI3S3Q/ref=oh_details_o04_s00_i01
It'll keep it safe when not in use until I pick up one of the official cases. I'm hoping Otterbox release one.

BrookieD

dulpit wrote: »

Shiny.

Needs moar apps though...

trying to think what would be good on it.... getting game emulators, and roms, pair up a PS3 for control..

any other apps that might be good????

On a seperate nite, i LOVE the default notifcation sound.. real star trekkie ;-)

TheDoc

GrumPy wrote: »

Yeah, if anyone knows a bricks & mortar shop I could buy a cover in, it would be great. Worried I'll scratch it to shíte if I don't get one soon!

I'd love a magnetic-ey one, but any will do to protect it!

Google plus has a ton of videos on one you can get from ebay for a fiver and with a bit of work is perfect, but ill hold off and see what comes out throughout the next few days

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BlueputDroid

Gipo3

Just bought one pc world sligo, think they have one left

vicwatson

irishgeo wrote: »

tesco got back to me

On sale July 29th but only in shops with electrical desks what ever that means?

Did they say what prices for the 16gb?

balkieb2002

Gran Hermano wrote: »

I'm using one of these I had for the Flyer. http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B005HI3S3Q/ref=oh_details_o04_s00_i01
It'll keep it safe when not in use until I pick up one of the official cases. I'm hoping Otterbox release one.

This is the one I want (magnetic covers and stand my requirements!) but Amazon doesn't seem to want to ship to me

Cyrus

vicwatson wrote: »

Did they say what prices for the 8gb and 16gb?

no retailer will be selling the 8gb

TheDoc

balkieb2002 wrote: »

This is the one I want (magnetic covers and stand my requirements!) but Amazon doesn't seem to want to ship to me

Tasty

chris85

balkieb2002 wrote: »

This is the one I want (magnetic covers and stand my requirements!) but Amazon doesn't seem to want to ship to me

Use Parcel Motel, new website. There is a thread about it over in bargain alerts. Basically if site only delivers to Uk address then this will work. Item gets sent to their UK address and they ship to parcel motel locations they have set up around the place. One around the corner from me. Also free credit initially which may help your decision.

http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?p=79681158

www.parcelmotel.com

Soarer

It's a good job only people around Dublin use the internet! :rolleyes:

marcbrophy

Soarer wrote: »

It's a good job only people around Dublin use the internet! :rolleyes:

What is this internet thing you speak of? :pac:

GrumPy

Just ordered a case from amazon.co.uk. Just before I read that post about parcelmotel. :rolleyes: I forgot amazon don't historically like shipping "electrical goods" to Ireland.

I'll wait and see, I expect an email shortly telling me to feck off back to my spuds and stop trying to get cool swag shipped to my farm. :P

balkieb2002 wrote: »

This is the one I want (magnetic covers and stand my requirements!) but Amazon doesn't seem to want to ship to me

Ordered this one!

BrookieD

Now we are cooking on gas.... Just got Flash video working on the Nexus 7.... un fupping real..... :-)

Confirmed and tested on BBC desktop site through Firefox...... now to checked Filmon

EDIT: Filmon also working........ YES :-)

Non Rooted device,
Installed Adobe flash
Installed Firefox Aurora,
when done installed phony addon - set to desktop mode.

PM me for APKs if you like.
:-)

balkieb2002

GrumPy wrote: »

Ordered this one!

Nice!

In truth I only got as far as the shipping page before they told me to Feck off! Might have better luck of UK site.

DeadParrot

BrookieD wrote: »

Now we are cooking on gas.... Just got Flash video working on the Nexus 7.... un fupping real..... :-)

Confirmed and tested on BBC desktop site through Firefox...... now to checked Filmon

EDIT: Filmon also working........ YES :-)

I'm becoming less and less happy with your smugness.
I want one, now!

pleasant Co.

GrumPy wrote: »

Just ordered a case from amazon.co.uk. Just before I read that post about parcelmotel. :rolleyes: I forgot amazon don't historically like shipping "electrical goods" to Ireland.

I'll wait and see, I expect an email shortly telling me to feck off back to my spuds and stop trying to get cool swag shipped to my farm. :P

If Amazon didn't stop you at the address stage then there will be no problem.

BrookieD

DeadParrot wrote: »

I'm becoming less and less happy with your smugness.
I want one, now!

Sorry matey, just stoked that is working... full screen flash video.....

TheDoc

GrumPy wrote: »

Just ordered a case from amazon.co.uk. Just before I read that post about parcelmotel. :rolleyes: I forgot amazon don't historically like shipping "electrical goods" to Ireland.

I'll wait and see, I expect an email shortly telling me to feck off back to my spuds and stop trying to get cool swag shipped to my farm. :P




Ordered this one!

That is all done away with now.

Sure I ordered an Xbox 360 with loads of games there last year and most recently got some PC components for my father

You will be fine

I'm browsing through cases myself there ( have some credit ) not sure what to go for

vicwatson

Screen issues with Nexus 7

http://www.independent.ie/business/t...s-3174724.html

TheDoc

vicwatson wrote: »

Screen issues with Nexus 7

http://www.independent.ie/business/t...s-3174724.html

lol @ people voiding their warranties with self fixes.

Its not even a day old, bring it back to the shop for a replacement if its wonky : /

Chet T16

If you have screen issues just microwave your tablet and you'll get a replacement within hours.

You should post a thread stating it blew up itself so your claim seems legit.

Matt_Teddy

Here's Google's own cover for the Nexus 7.

I think I like the look of it, although it looks very rubbery in the image.

RUCKING FETARD

Chet T16 wrote: »

If you have screen issues just microwave your tablet and you'll get a replacement within hours.

You should post a thread stating it blew up itself so your claim seems legit.

Spipov

guys, dont have the heart to trawl through a lot of pages:

any luck with anyone reading a comic page in portrait on the nexus 7? ideally 10 inch screen are best, but im wondering with this one, what with the high resolution.

thanks for trying.

comicrack is a really good app if need to try..

balkieb2002

dulpit wrote: »

touts wrote: »

There was a segment on this on the All abuot Android podcast two shows ago. Basically all 7 inch will be small but there are ways around it by zooming in or using software that displays one panel at a time. BUT if you want the traditional view of a comic then the larger tablets are better.

I was literally about to say the same thing...

All about Android show where it's discussed: http://twit.tv/show/all-about-android/67

And here's the actual answer on it from Ron Richards: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E7fZaffpq4s&t=8s&noredirect=1

This should answer your question about the comics.

My first post from my Nexus

micks_address

Hmv phoned me earlier to say they hope to have my pre order in store Wednesday. My case arrived today from eBay.only 9.99 from Irish based seller. Will do the job till something sexier comes out

http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=290744648221

balkieb2002 wrote: »

dulpit wrote: »

touts wrote: »

There was a segment on this on the All abuot Android podcast two shows ago. Basically all 7 inch will be small but there are ways around it by zooming in or using software that displays one panel at a time. BUT if you want the traditional view of a comic then the larger tablets are better.

I was literally about to say the same thing...

All about Android show where it's discussed: http://twit.tv/show/all-about-android/67

And here's the actual answer on it from Ron Richards: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E7fZaffpq4s&t=8s&noredirect=1

This should answer your question about the comics.

My first post from my Nexus

balkieb2002

micks_address wrote: »

My case arrived today from eBay.only 9.99 from Irish based seller. Will do the job till something sexier comes out

http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=290744648221

What's that case like? Bulky? Looks quite nice and has magnetic cover/stand plus advantage of seller being in Ireland.

Also just unlocked/rooted mine... fairly easy process using the Toolkit.
If your going to do it, do it early as you have to reset back to factory setting so you will lose apps etc (there is a backup option included in the toolkit though for your apps). Have it backed up now with CWM as well just in case