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Acer Iconia Smart

Hey people,
Just noticed this on expansys - The Acer Iconia Smart is a 4.8inch screen phone with specs that are better than our Streak. What are your thoughts on this phone - could be a better alternative for the Dell Streak?
Here's the links:
Expansys :
http://www.expansys.fr/acer-iconia-smart-a5-208873/
Specs:
http://www.gsmarena.com/acer_iconia_smart-3662.php
Video:
http://www.youtube.com/v/3qji--H8knE&rel=0&autoplay=1
Youtube :
http://www.youtube.com/results?search_type=videos&search_query=Acer+Iconia+Smart&search_sort=video_date_uploaded&suggested_categories=28

Looks OK, but the lack of a dual core cpu is a bit odd at this stage.

zac68 said:
Looks OK, but the lack of a dual core cpu is a bit odd at this stage.
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You're right, a dual core cpu is a must nowadays! But since there are no 4.8-5 inches phones at the moment, I am definitely looking forward to the Aconia. In fact, the camera+screen resolution seems to be better than the streak itself - let's hope the OS follows.

It is running on single core not dual core processor & it only got 8gb storage.

Namelessboi said:
It is running on single core not dual core processor & it only got 8gb storage.
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HTC Sensation XE has 4 GB of memory
But available 1 GB

Holy Crap - The AT&T LTE 8.9 is Snapdragon

It was announced today for sale starting November 20th. You also get a free Skyrocket LTE phone with it. It's only 16GB but it's great that it's got a different processor than the Teg 2. It actually has the same chip as the HTC Jetstream which is also LTE.
Here's the details...
Samsung Galaxy Tab™ 8.9
Exclusive to AT&T customers, the 4G LTE Samsung Galaxy Tab™ 8.9 is a slim, lightweight tablet, running Android™ 3.2 and packed with optimized services from Google, AT&T and Samsung. The new tablet features a vivid 8.9-inch 1280x800 pixel high-resolution screen, powerful processor 1.5 GHz dual-core processor for fast multi-tasking, and tabbed browsing with support for HTML 5 and Adobe® Flash® Player.
•4G LTE backed by 4G HSPA+
•Android 3.2 (Honeycomb)
•15.9 ounces light, 8.6mm thin
•Brilliant 8.9" HD widescreen
•3.2 megapixel rear facing camera with LED flash, 2 megapixel front facing camera
•Tabbed browsing, Adobe Flash and HTML support
•Snapdragon 1.5 GHz dual core processor
•16 GB internal memory and expandable up to 32 GB via accessory option
•1 GB RAM
•TouchWiz® UX
•Dimensions: 230.9 x 157.8 x 8.6 mm
http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/new-4g-lte-tablet-available-for-att-customers-133825758.html

Neither Tegra 2 or OMAP processors can support LTE (Non verizon for the OMAP) so it makes sense they are using a snapdragon but i read it and was like "Whaaa =/"

I had a Jetstream for a short time and the UI and transitions were fast and smooth - even with Sense. However, as is typical, HTC hosed the video and audio codecs and implementation. It should be really quick with Samsung's better tuned s/w.

anyone know if it's possible to make phone calls with this tablet ?
i read in gsm arena that the LTE model has support for GSM voice and SMS.
does it really works ? is there a dialer ?

I would highly doubt that the AT&T branded Galaxy Tab would support regular GSM phone calls. I have explained this before in different threads, but long story short, allowing a device that "does it all" on their network would be bad for business, and as such, they would never support that. They would rather you buy a tablet -AND- a smartphone, and pay data for both. Two devices, two line subscriptions, and the evil corporation laughing maniacally as they run to the bank with the extra money they gouged from you.
That's why the GSM calling abilities of the original Tab were locked down and disabled.

Just picked one up... this snapdragon @ 1.5 feels much faster than my 10 @ 1.4... now to figure out root...

^^^ tks! keep us posted re: root

Crapdragon is a disappointment compared to Exynos, but it might be an improvement from the Tegra 2. I didn't realize how crappy the T2 was until I used an Exynos device.

My feelings exactly. The snapdragon feels faster day to day than my tegra10 does. The lack of root is a bummer however.
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Tab 7.7 vs iPad Mini

So let's match up the latest contender against the current king of "pocketables" (our beloved Tab 7.7) in terms of hardware:
Specs of the main rivals (as of Nov 2012):
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Galaxy Tab 7.7 iPad Mini Nexus 7 Kindle Fire HD
Dimensions 196.7 x 133 x 7.9 mm 200 x 134.7 x 7.2 mm 198.5 x 120 x 10.5 mm 193 x 137 x 10.3 mm
Weight 340 g 308 g 340 g 395 g
Resolution 1280 x 800 1024 x 768 1280 x 800 1280 x 800
Screen 7.7" 196 ppi 7.9" 162 ppi 7.0" 216 ppi 7.0" 216 ppi
Cams 3.15 & 2 MP 5 & 1 MP 1.2 MP 1.3 MP
Micro-SD yes no no no
CPU Dual-core 1.4 GHz A9 Dual-core 1 Ghz A9 Quad-core 1.3 GHz A9 Dual-core 1.2 GHz A9
GPU Mali-400MP PowerVR SGX MP4+ GeForce PowerVR SGX540
RAM 1 GB 512 MB 1 GB 512 MB
GPS yes no yes no
Misc voice call support NFC
Verdict:
Dimensions: draw
Weight: iPad Mini
Resolution: Tab 7.7
Screen: Tab 7.7
Cams: draw
Micro-SD: Tab 7.7
CPU: Tab 7.7
GPU: Tab 7.7
RAM: Tab 7.7
GPS: Tab 7.7
Looking at the hardware it looks like a clear win for the Tab 7.7.
For those looking for LTE data: supported by both Verizon's Tab 7.7 and iPad Mini LTE version
So, to summarize the iPad Mini:
The Good: light weight, good back cam
The Bad: front cam, no expandable memory, no USB peripheral connectivity, no GPS
The Ugly: 162ppi (in 2012) is going to be pushing it when reading full size PDFs, non-uniform bezel not really great design choice
What do you guys think?

The only good thing here, is that there will be a lot of accessories for the ipad mini and there is a slight chance that some of these might fit the 7.7 .
I do feel that samsung might come out with another amoled tab in january at CES but I could be wrong.

ascariss said:
The only good thing here, is that there will be a lot of accessories for the ipad mini and there is a slight chance that some of these might fit the 7.7 .
I do feel that samsung might come out with another amoled tab in january at CES but I could be wrong.
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I hope so too. A 7.7 successor with stylus, 1920x1080 (286 ppi) screen and wireless charging would be a game changer.
Accessories wise I'm pretty happy handling the device without any bulky covers; and the screen protectors won't be compatible, not sure what the Mini could contribute..

I'll pass on the Mini, if only to have it just play with. One dealbreaker too many -- no microsd slot. End of story.

I might jump ship for a Asus padphone 2

Tab 7.7 definitely wins here. The iPad mini isn't worth it.

Tab 7.7 has the native Voice Call !!!!!
Absolutely the must-have feature.

7.7 original innovation. Ipad Mini same as ipad 2 but smaller no innovation. And waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay to expensive for it to compete with anything else. Sure the 7.7 was over $600 US but I would gladly pay that anytime over a shrunken down version of an old product
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While the hardware of the 7.7 is great and the fact that Samsung got it right on the size (a fraction of an inch really does matter in the 7inch tablet market) -- Apple's advantage is it's ecosystem. It is a fact that their tablets will be upgraded to iOS7 and iOS8. Until Android and/or Samsung get down to a good software support model we won't win. Give me a 7.7 Nexus that has an annual software update and isn't discontinued and I think I'll be happy.

Agreed the Gtab 7.7 is superior, and it was a device announced in 2011!

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While the hardware of the 7.7 is great and the fact that Samsung got it right on the size (a fraction of an inch really does matter in the 7inch tablet market) -- Apple's advantage is it's ecosystem. It is a fact that their tablets will be upgraded to iOS7 and iOS8. Until Android and/or Samsung get down to a good software support model we won't win. Give me a 7.7 Nexus that has an annual software update and isn't discontinued and I think I'll be happy.
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As long as some people from Team Hacksung don't jump ship, we'll have newer OSs. The 7.7 is mostly the same as a Galaxy SII, and almost the same as a Note. Both devices are being worked on by people from the Team, and most of the Exynos 4212's stupidities are known and somewhat understood. Although our device isn't as well supported as the Note, we will get whatever CM version the Note gets; right now locerra is working to avoid the rough edges, but if he stops doing so someone from the community will step up. We won't get a TouchWiz Android 4.2+, but we will get it (and future versions) on AOSP.

A 1024x768 4:3 screen vs 1280x800 SAMOLED+? It's not even fair.

Apparently the Mini doesn't include a GPS either, whereas the Tab7.7 comes out of the box with GPS enabled Google Maps. Then add (compass enabled) Streetview and Google Earth (and compare it to Apple maps w/o GPS) and it's not even a contest in this category.
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nephridium said:
I hope so too. A 7.7 successor with stylus, 1920x1080 (286 ppi) screen and wireless charging would be a game changer.
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+1 to that. My wish

I would say the nexus 7 is better based on the specs I do not like apple products at all but will probably buy the iPad mini when available to test it out and see how good the screen is compared to the nexus
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I just bought a gtab 7.7 and am well within my 14 day return period. Here are the reasons I am not going to get the ipad mini:
- GPS. How can apple not include this? Unbelievable.
- screen quality. While I have not seen the ipad mini, I love the display on the gtab 7.7. It is the best I've seen on any device.
- build quality. Better than any android device and at least as good as the ipad.
- expandable memory.
- haptic feedback. I love to use this while typing. It amazes me that apple, amazon and Asus do not include this on their devices and nobody complains.
The primary advantages for apple in my eyes include :
- great app eco system and developer support.
- warranty and service are Lexus like... at least in my experience.
So I'm keeping my gtab 7.7. This replaces my old school gtab 7 that I've had for two years.
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besides the app ecosystem, the tab 7.7 wins on everything to me.
to get an equivalent cellular model, with 64gb space (to compensate for no microsd slot) you'd be paying 600 bucks for the mini.
the tab 7.7 is a year old as well and it still kicks the llama's ass. samsung nailed it, was ahead of the game, but somehow didn't know how to market the best tab in this size range.
i really wish that android apps would catch up on the tablet-optimized space. the apps taht are tablet optimized are a much better experience than blown up phone app interfaces.
i personally wish google would put some android specifications that all manufacturers have to follow. enough so it is easier to develop for without affecting the different choices we can get.

idiotekniQues said:
besides the app ecosystem, the tab 7.7 wins on everything to me.
to get an equivalent cellular model, with 64gb space (to compensate for no microsd slot) you'd be paying 600 bucks for the mini.
the tab 7.7 is a year old as well and it still kicks the llama's ass. samsung nailed it, was ahead of the game, but somehow didn't know how to market the best tab in this size range.
i really wish that android apps would catch up on the tablet-optimized space. the apps taht are tablet optimized are a much better experience than blown up phone app interfaces.
i personally wish google would put some android specifications that all manufacturers have to follow. enough so it is easier to develop for without affecting the different choices we can get.
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That's why he have Paranoid Android - to change per app DPI.

I just installed Paranoid Android v2.5. It's a very good ROM. You can change the looks from tablet mode to phone mode, or hybrid mode - phanblet mode.

freaksamael said:
That's why he have Paranoid Android - to change per app DPI.
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totally agree
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tegra note who's getting one?

ok guys so who's getting this tablet?, rumors say that its out on the 16th of October. and with a unlocked bootloader? i will be upgrading from the 2012 nexus 7.

nexus 7 2013 or tegra note 7 tablet?
181jenkins said:
ok guys so who's getting this tablet?, rumors say that its out on the 16th of October. and with a unlocked bootloader? i will be upgrading from the 2012 nexus 7.
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which one is the best? nexus 7 2013 or tegra tablet? :/

rami138 said:
which one is the best? nexus 7 2013 or tegra tablet? :/
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Tegra Note
Processor: Tegra 4 mobile processor with quad-core Cortex-A15 CPU and 72-core GeForce GPU
Display: 7-inch HD IPS LCD display (1280 x 800)
Camera: Rear 5MP and front VGA webcam
Storage: 16GB storage with microSD expandable up to an additional 32GB
Audio: Front-facing "HD Audio" stereo speakers with a unique bass-reflex port
Stylus: Chisel and Brush tips for natural writing and broad strokes
Peripherals: Micro HDMI connector to drive big screen TV videos and gaming
SoftwareUpdates: Over-the-air software updates directly from NVIDIA
Battery Life: 10 hours HD video playback
______________________________________________ Nexus 7 (2013) _______________________________________________________
Processor: Quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon™ S4 Pro, 1.5 GHz GPU Adreno 320, 400 MHz
Display: 7.02" 1920 x 1200 HD display (323 ppi) 1080p HD IPS
Camera: 1.2 MP front facing, fixed focus 5 MP rear facing, auto focus
Storage: 16 - 32 GB internal storage
Audio: Dual stereo speakers Surround sound, powered by Fraunhofer 3.5 mm audio connector
there are the details. i guess for screen hd etc would be the nexus 7 but if you wanted performance with a ability for note taking the note? i think the note is a for a gaming device, just my opinion thought. what's your guys thoughts?

my thoughts
181jenkins said:
Tegra Note
there are the details. i guess for screen hd etc would be the nexus 7 but if you wanted performance with a ability for note taking the note? i think the note is a for a gaming device, just my opinion thought. what's your guys thoughts?
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but my question is nexus has 2gb of ram and tegra has only 1gb... is it enough for play full graphical games? but Nvidia slate got 2gb of ram why is that?

rami138 said:
but my question is nexus has 2gb of ram and tegra has only 1gb... is it enough for play full graphical games? but Nvidia slate got 2gb of ram why is that?
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RAM is only for multi taking really. (random access memory) it would help with opening lots of apps in the background like a desktop, with the 1gb of ram, its not going to matter as much as the GPU has 72 cores, this is how i think of it anyways,

181jenkins said:
RAM is only for multi taking really. (random access memory) it would help with opening lots of apps in the background like a desktop, with the 1gb of ram, its not going to matter as much as the GPU has 72 cores, this is how i think of it anyways,
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ya i can agree with you... i cant wait until release it... do you any release date ? can i order it through amazon or wallmart? do you think they will be release a 3g or 4g device also ? 100s of questions are running on my mind now.. :cyclops:

181jenkins said:
ok guys so who's getting this tablet?, rumors say that its out on the 16th of October. and with a unlocked bootloader? i will be upgrading from the 2012 nexus 7.
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I think I'm going to get one. I like all the specs, especially the micro hdmi. Where did you hear the rumor?

zachthebomb13 said:
I think I'm going to get one. I like all the specs, especially the micro hdmi. Where did you hear the rumor?
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i heard indian mobile company mentioned XOLO tegra play will be release on October. suddenly they launched a new tablet yesterday called "XOLO play" with tegra 3 processor for indian rupees 12,999. why they did that before launch the tegra 4 tablet... are they going to postpone the tegra 4 tablet until 2014 ? if they do then ill buy new nexus 7. what do you think ? but im waiting till evga release the tablet.

me!
im getting one if it has an "active" stylus and it is under 200€

i found the Chinese manufacture of tegra note(Homecare tegra note). they sold 165 tabs now....
http://pie.pconline.com.cn/365/3650116.html
Anyone know how to order from this site ?
http://translate.googleusercontent....LkJrhjK_bOjM9J_ypkdzIXvtEWlSf0b7Q#buysecurity

rami138 said:
i found the Chinese manufacture of tegra note(Homecare tegra note). they sold 165 tabs now....
url (cant post yet)
Anyone know how to order from this site ?
url (cant post yet)
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Hi, im interested in this too.
Also, in that web the stylus is sold for 10 bucks, is it an active stylus for real?

ThunderGod90 said:
Hi, im interested in this too.
Also, in that web the stylus is sold for 10 bucks, is it an active stylus for real?
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Aliexpress sells with the stylus and the cover... if you want any further details you can chat with the seller live.
see the pictures bellow of the site
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Tegr...ly-one-Tablet-PC-newly-design/1372538451.html
but in china u can get this tablet for less price the homecare flyone released 25th September.. what tha hack is nvidia doing? why they dont release :'(
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Here are some more pictures from China.. :'(
http://translate.google.lk/translat...lla:en-US:official&biw=1366&bih=639&tbs=qdr:d
ill waiting only till end of this month... then ill decided to buy nexus 7 or dell venue 8 with 3g/LTE + the tab support dell targus pen...

check this out...!!!
http://translate.google.lk/translat...lla:en-US:official&biw=1366&bih=639&tbs=qdr:d

rami138 said:
check this out...!!!
url:
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thats awesome! makes me even more eager Only 3h 0-100%? it takes like 10h to charge 0-100 for my 10'' lenovo tablet xD
i think i'll wait for evga support. If next month it doesn't release (which i doubt) then i'll consider buying it from taobao or another tablet :/

ThunderGod90 said:
thats awesome! makes me even more eager Only 3h 0-100%? it takes like 10h to charge 0-100 for my 10'' lenovo tablet xD
i think i'll wait for evga support. If next month it doesn't release (which i doubt) then i'll consider buying it from taobao or another tablet :/
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ya me 2.. ill buy nexus 7 2013 + LTE or .... any other good tablets ? and do you know any Chinese tablets importers in your country ?

rami138 said:
ya me 2.. ill buy nexus 7 2013 + LTE or .... any other good tablets ? and do you know any Chinese tablets importers in your country ?
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for that price i'd buy a note 8 i.e.
and yes, there are a lot of resellers in Spain, they buy from china and sells you with their cut, taxes and extended warranty (2 years)
some examples: mytablet(.)es, todopad(.)es, technospain(.)es, igogo(.)es, etc

ThunderGod90 said:
for that price i'd buy a note 8 i.e.
and yes, there are a lot of resellers in Spain, they buy from china and sells you with their cut, taxes and extended warranty (2 years)
some examples: mytablet(.)es, todopad(.)es, technospain(.)es, igogo(.)es, etc
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ohhh then the device will cost more... have heard any news about zotec tegra note?

rami138 said:
ohhh then the device will cost more... have heard any news about zotec tegra note?
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i dont know, but must be close:
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I can't find any info on a US release date. I'd like an evga one. Has anyone found any info?

Reviews?
Have any reviews hit for the note yet? Or an official release date yet?

Anyone see this?

http://phandroid.com/2015/05/13/lg-g-pad-x-verizon/

meanoc said:
http://phandroid.com/2015/05/13/lg-g-pad-x-verizon/
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I saw this. Expected to release on 28th May from Verizon but it's not official. Just some leaks and rumors. Nothing about the hardware is confirmed either.
They are also expecting to release Z4 so it seems a big shot. We'd wait and see what happens. I'd take it with a lot of pinch and salt though but we do understand that Verizon be working to release a new tablet as current one is about a year and half old.

What I'm about to say doesn't mean a thing since this isn't confirmed but it's interesting to note that the G Pad in the picture definitely is not the same as our "old" one. You can notice a difference in the spacing between the front camera and the Verizon logo.
As I said, doesn't mean a thing.
Sent from my LG-VK810

I hope the next model goes top end this time, with a decent amount of RAM, ROM and processor. I expect at least 2GB or RAM (same as current model), but I really want 32GB internal storage. I hope the processor will be a Snapdragon 808 or 810, and not a 615. The only fault I have with the current model was the choice to use a SD600 while the G2 (and Samsung 8.4 inch tablet) was getting a SD800 at the same time.

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I hope the next model goes top end this time, with a decent amount of RAM, ROM and processor. I expect at least 2GB or RAM (same as current model), but I really want 32GB internal storage. I hope the processor will be a Snapdragon 808 or 810, and not a 615. The only fault I have with the current model was the choice to use a SD600 while the G2 (and Samsung 8.4 inch tablet) was getting a SD800 at the same time.
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Absolutely. 32 GB minimum for any Android device I use from now on. 16 GB just isn't hardly enough to do much on.
The 16 GB of the VK810 and the 1.5 GHz SD604 instead of the 1.7 GHz of the other G Pad 8.3's SD604 are my main pet peeves.

For me, 2GB RAM, SD800 and keeping the SD card is a bare minimum.
What I really want to see however, is a screen quality that is at least as good as the Nexus 7 2013 in terms of black levels, viewing angles and contrast. The V500 looks OK until you put it next to a Nexus 7 2013. :crying:

An SD800 would get the job done, but that chip is 2 years old now, so I'm hoping for more.

http://www.phonearena.com/news/Octa...-the-carriers-LG-G4-arrives-on-June-4_id69736
Disappointing! Reports are indicating an "octa-core 1.5 GHz processor" and suggesting a Snapdragon 615; but if it's a SD615, why is it not running at 1.7GHz? I wonder if it is a MT6753 at 1.5 GHz. And it it's predicted to have only 16GB storage. Either way, I'm disappointed.
I've been thinking about other options, and I think the Nvidia Shield is the only tablet released in the past year that is a step forward.