I'm really debating on getting the dock for my Transformer and and wanted some input.
So we'll do this is the form of a poll, but feel free to leave you feedback.
I like it, and I use it, but I find that I don't use it as much as I expected I would because I like poking the screen more .
Media dock
Personally I would love some kind of media dock with charge ability. I couldnt justify spending the extra on the keyboard.
Just purchased mine yesterday from Amazon. Should be here tomorrow with one day shipping. I'll edit this and let you know my first impressions after it arrives.
Edit: So after a few days of using my new dock, I love it!! I can't believe I waited this long to get one. It doubles as a stand, screen protector when docked and closed, extra storage space from the SDcard slot, and of course an awesome keyboard. All of the shortcuts above the number keys and the two usb ports are great too. If you are even sligtly considering getting one, I'd suggest to do it. It's a completely new experience and well worth the cash imo.
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asdfuogh said:
I like it, and I use it, but I find that I don't use it as much as I expected I would because I like poking the screen more .
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Same. I have the dock installed and I use the touchscreen anyways. It's just nice for the extended battery life but the tablet itself already has a good enough battery.
Also doesn't help there are a lot of input lag in certain areas.
I don't use it much for typing, as I still prefer using the screen, but I like the charging capability (don't like leaving the tablet plugged into the wall for long periods) and the additional ports are awesome when I'm away from home (have a 32gb SD card and 500 GB external). I may not use it often, but it was a bday gift, so.
i brought mines to use has a carpc tablet.. no dock needed..lately i've been using a lot of voice programs so i can talk to my tablet.. all my friends love the idea and wants something similar in their cars.
It's pretty useful. The extra battery, USB ports and sdcard slot are awesome. They keyboard is useful when you want to type up anything longer than a sentence or simply when you don't feel like holding the tablet! The trackpad isn't nearly as useful as I thought it would be though, it's essentially useless for scrolling through webpages since there isn't a scrollbar to click, it's not really useful to navigate on the homescreen, and the biggest downfall is that you can't use it in games (along with arrow keys)! Kinda makes me wish I had gotten the Slider instead exept that it doesn't have the extra battery, which IMO is the best feature of the dock.
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Ditto--I basically use it primarily as a super-battery, espacially watching movies on flights (it's also a stand!)
Keyboard is handy only for occasional extended input--my tab doubles as a 3LB netbook.
i use it when browsing forums, like right now. it's a nice addition, i disabled the touchpad as it gets in the way of when i type.
i like the addition in battery like as well .
Everything about it is awesome, I don't see the lag everyone talks about, just finished up writing about 30 pages worth of notes in the last week without a hiccup... Used polaris office mainly, revolver ROM with prime oc kernel.
The extended battery is awesome, plus the extra inputs. I don't really use the mouse to much, only while taking notes, the only gripe I have is the touch to click is really sensitive.
The dock really takes the tab to a whole new level in my opinion and I would recommend it to most anyone... Especially since the price has gone down a bit.
I can't see the poll, but count me as one in favor of the dock.
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I use it each time I leave home for several reasons :
Gets the screen protected while carrying it
Doubles the use time (around a week with my use model)
Like typing on the keyboard when taking notes
The Transformer is excellent without the keyboard dock but its STUNNING with it.
there's more reasons to get it than to not. I absolutely recommend.
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I have one on the way... will post reflections when it comes in... !
brando56894 said:
It's pretty useful. The extra battery, USB ports and sdcard slot are awesome. They keyboard is useful when you want to type up anything longer than a sentence or simply when you don't feel like holding the tablet! The trackpad isn't nearly as useful as I thought it would be though, it's essentially useless for scrolling through webpages since there isn't a scrollbar to click, it's not really useful to navigate on the homescreen, and the biggest downfall is that you can't use it in games (along with arrow keys)! Kinda makes me wish I had gotten the Slider instead exept that it doesn't have the extra battery, which IMO is the best feature of the dock.
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To scroll with the trackpad, use a two finger scrolling gesture. You can also pinch zoom with it. You need to be in "finger pointer" instead of arrow pointer mode in settings, though (if you see a standard black/blue mouse arrow pointer, this won't work, gotta switch to the finger mode).
The dock is a must have. It makes typing so much nicer. It's replaced my notebook and is great to take the tablet off for reading news/books/papers, etc.
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I voted yes, but the money was wasted, since Asus abandoned support for the dock with the Prime, when they'd previously promised that the investment in the dock would be worthwhile since it would also work with future Transformer-series models.
Now that I know it is essentially a throwaway device that won't outlast the tablet itself, it is no longer worth the $150 to me. $70-80, sure. $150, no. (And I've bought three of them, with three tablets, for myself and family.)
knoxploration said:
I voted yes, but the money was wasted, since Asus abandoned support for the dock with the Prime, when they'd previously promised that the investment in the dock would be worthwhile since it would also work with future Transformer-series models.
Now that I know it is essentially a throwaway device that won't outlast the tablet itself, it is no longer worth the $150 to me. $70-80, sure. $150, no. (And I've bought three of them, with three tablets, for myself and family.)
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Think of it the other way. If Asus would have reused this dock, you'd be *****ing how thick and heavy the prime would be. People like you always find something to ***** about.
I bought my TF101 from Amazon. They shipped it to Australia, perfectly fine, no issues whatsoever.
...they won't ship the Dock down under though. 'tards.
yes! I like it, its handy when the battery runs low as that. charger cable isso short. nice to use at home .
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The more I use my TF the more I like it. Although I understand that people with problems need to vent I want to add another positive post to the forum.
First off, I do NOT believe that there is such a thing as the "perfect tablet" (but that doesn't mean that there is not a lot of crap out there!). For some the iPad might be the best, for others the XOOM, for some the Transformer or even the Nook Color.
Now here are some of the Transformer's benefits that make it the currently best tablet for me:
The dock. This was probably the main reason for switching from the XOOM. I was looking for a case with Bluetooth keyboard for so long that the dock just came like an answer to my quest. I do a lot of typing so a physical keyboard was a must for me. The additional battery life and connectors are a HUGE plus (see more below). The keyboard is very sturdy and it is fun to type on. And of course the touch pad. Especially when browsing the web the pointer makes it indefinitely easier to click those tiny links!
ASUS's software. The widgets are minimalistic and beautiful. They add to the Honeycomb experience without forcing a manufacturer's UI upon the user. The applications that are included are well designed and work great.
Polaris Office. So far the best office suite that I have tested. This restores my faith in developers caring about productivity on tablet as compared to only entertainment and "consumption".
Connectivity. I was amazed. I have setup media sharing on my PC so I could stream videos and music to my PS3s. The first time I fired up MyNet it automatically detected my PC and the content was instantly available. No settings to alter, no messing around. Then just yesterday I connected my external HDD (NTFS) where I ripped all my movies in HD (as compared to the 640x480 res for my iPod). It also was detected and mounted automatically and the content plays flawlessly (with Mobo Player). SD card, microSD card, everything works out of the box; I remember how much trouble that was with the XOOM...
The display. Well, admittedly, an IPS screen is just great even though it might not have the most natural color reproduction or brightness. However, the viewing angles and contrast are amazing! I also like the wider bezel (compared to the XOOM) which allows for holding it in one hand without touching the actual touch screen (and I have not the biggest hands!). Sure, I have a bit of light bleed but the one on my Nook Color is worse. If I want to see it I will...
Updates. For not being a "Pure Android Experience Device" the ASUS got updates rather frequently. There seems to be a real person from ASUS support active in this forum and on other social media like facebook (in Europe at least).
Weight and Build. The TF feels nice and light when held. That it is made of plastic is unfortunate because it does feel kind of cheap but it is not too flimsy. I was apprehensive about the goldenish color but I have gotten used to it. I covered the back with carbon fiber skin though
So everyone considering to buy one of these I can only recommend it. There might be some lemons out there but you will have that with every device. If you want to wait for the newest gadgets, good luck, because as soon as you buy a high-tech device you can be sure that it's obsolete a week later...
Hope that helps some folks that were still indecisive.
I have to agree with you my experience with the transformer and dock has been wonderful. My roomate asks why I didn't just buy a net book/laptop and whenever I detach the tablet and go to work or a coffee shop it makes it worth it all. Being able to have the tablet for casual use and the dock for longer/power use is the flexibility a lot of people want. For the most part at home it's in the dock just for ease of use, battery, and I don't have to prop it up on something.
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Great post!
I would like my Transformer build quality to be a little better, but otherwise I can't complain too much after getting my dock firmware update.
It is so cool to snap the Transformer into the dock and have a netbook with an additional SD card of storage. The keyboard is pretty good, but the trackpad is amazing. I really like the feel of it. Using the trackpad doesn't feel tacked on either, Honeycomb feels like it was designed to be used with a mouse and keyboard.
I also really liked how my tablet was down to about 40% power, and when I put it in the dock it automatically started leeching energy from the dock and recharging itself. Now that is impressive! (The dock wasn't even plugged in.)
Really looking forward to Honeycomb 3.1!
bleclair said:
Great post!
I would like my Transformer build quality to be a little better, but otherwise I can't complain too much after getting my dock firmware update.
It is so cool to snap the Transformer into the dock and have a netbook with an additional SD card of storage. The keyboard is pretty good, but the trackpad is amazing. I really like the feel of it. Using the trackpad doesn't feel tacked on either, Honeycomb feels like it was designed to be used with a mouse and keyboard.
I also really liked how my tablet was down to about 40% power, and when I put it in the dock it automatically started leeching energy from the dock and recharging itself. Now that is impressive! (The dock wasn't even plugged in.)
Really looking forward to Honeycomb 3.1!
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Good point! I forgot the touch pad. Will add it right now
Two things also impressed me about the keyboard dock that I hadn't thought of and wasn't expecting:
1. My Logitech Anywhere MX mouse works perfectly with it. Just plug the adapter into one of the dock's USB ports and it just works. For whatever reason, I didn't think it would, but I'm very happy to see that it works so well.
2. I've been using the dock to charge my Epic while away from a charger. I also hadn't thought about using the dock as a portable charger for my phone, but that works great as well.
Overall, this combo is working better than I expected, and I think my expectations were pretty high. I haven't used my HP Envy 14 notebook since I got the dock, and so I'm left wishing the TF had been available last November. Would have saved me $1000 for the Envy.
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wynand32 said:
2. I've been using the dock to charge my Epic while away from a charger. I also hadn't thought about using the dock as a portable charger for my phone, but that works great as well.
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However, I noticed you can only charge a device when the tablet is docked.
I still can't believe the dock didn't come with it's own power cord. For $150 it really, really should have.
shoehopper said:
However, I noticed you can only charge a device when the tablet is docked.
I still can't believe the dock didn't come with it's own power cord. For $150 it really, really should have.
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Yes, that's true: the tablet has to be docked, but it doesn't have to be open or turned on. So, when stored for carrying it can charge.
And agreed: it would have been nice to have another charger and cable. Given the build quality of the dock and the fact that it includes a full-size battery, I don't know that $150 is enough at retail to give the gross margins they're looking for if they included an adapter and cable. And given that they're pricing the tablet at $399, I'm sure they're happy to maybe squeeze out a few bucks of additional gross margin out of the dock.
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The killer features were undoubtfully keyboard with a trackpad (I hate taking hands off the keyboard just to move focus around), and the battery life.
Also, I see this becoming an awesome combo once running desktop Linux on it is perfected. That way I can pick whether I want the battery-conserving Android or full-size productivity desktop at any given moment.
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The killer features were undoubtfully keyboard with a trackpad (I hate taking hands off the keyboard just to move focus around), and the battery life.
Also, I see this becoming an awesome combo once running desktop Linux on it is perfected. That way I can pick whether I want the battery-conserving Android or full-size productivity desktop at any given moment.
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I have never used Linux (well, I tried to use it in the late 90s) but just to have the option is exciting! I wish to have an OS that allows for multitasking in different windows, even if it's just 2 or 3. Hopefully the Android of the future will have that!
funnycreature said:
The more I use my TF the more I like it. Although I understand that people with problems need to vent I want to add another positive post to the forum.
First off, I do NOT believe that there is such a thing as the "perfect tablet" (but that doesn't mean that there is not a lot of crap out there!). For some the iPad might be the best, for others the XOOM, for some the Transformer or even the Nook Color.
Now here are some of the Transformer's benefits that make it the currently best tablet for me:
The dock. This was probably the main reason for switching from the XOOM. I was looking for a case with Bluetooth keyboard for so long that the dock just came like an answer to my quest. I do a lot of typing so a physical keyboard was a must for me. The additional battery life and connectors are a HUGE plus (see more below). The keyboard is very sturdy and it is fun to type on. And of course the touch pad. Especially when browsing the web the pointer makes it indefinitely easier to click those tiny links!
ASUS's software. The widgets are minimalistic and beautiful. They add to the Honeycomb experience without forcing a manufacturer's UI upon the user. The applications that are included are well designed and work great.
Polaris Office. So far the best office suite that I have tested. This restores my faith in developers caring about productivity on tablet as compared to only entertainment and "consumption".
Connectivity. I was amazed. I have setup media sharing on my PC so I could stream videos and music to my PS3s. The first time I fired up MyNet it automatically detected my PC and the content was instantly available. No settings to alter, no messing around. Then just yesterday I connected my external HDD (NTFS) where I ripped all my movies in HD (as compared to the 640x480 res for my iPod). It also was detected and mounted automatically and the content plays flawlessly (with Mobo Player). SD card, microSD card, everything works out of the box; I remember how much trouble that was with the XOOM...
The display. Well, admittedly, an IPS screen is just great even though it might not have the most natural color reproduction or brightness. However, the viewing angles and contrast are amazing! I also like the wider bezel (compared to the XOOM) which allows for holding it in one hand without touching the actual touch screen (and I have not the biggest hands!). Sure, I have a bit of light bleed but the one on my Nook Color is worse. If I want to see it I will...
Updates. For not being a "Pure Android Experience Device" the ASUS got updates rather frequently. There seems to be a real person from ASUS support active in this forum and on other social media like facebook (in Europe at least).
Weight and Build. The TF feels nice and light when held. That it is made of plastic is unfortunate because it does feel kind of cheap but it is not too flimsy. I was apprehensive about the goldenish color but I have gotten used to it. I covered the back with carbon fiber skin though
So everyone considering to buy one of these I can only recommend it. There might be some lemons out there but you will have that with every device. If you want to wait for the newest gadgets, good luck, because as soon as you buy a high-tech device you can be sure that it's obsolete a week later...
Hope that helps some folks that were still indecisive.
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Such positive vibes! maybe it's not as bad as some people are trying to make out
Agree with the OP on most points. People have to keep in mind that the users with bogus units are always going to be the most vocal so it makes it seem like there are more problems than happy customers.
After the latest update that fixed my dock/keyboard, I am 99% happy. I have a discernable amount of light-bleed at the bottom left that bugs me a bit when watching video/on a dark screen. If not for that, i would be at 100%.
My sleep of death issue seems to have gone away and beside the high profile x264 issue, I don't regret my purchase one bit.
the list keeps growing!
Just shamelessly bumping this thread due to plenty of whiny 'I return my Transformer for the iPad' threads...
More things that I love about the TF:
Overclock. Yep, it's done! Several kernels now available (Netarchy's Netformer, Blades' 1.6GHz MEATABALL).
Network integration. I mentioned that in the OP but I have to reiterate how great the TF works with the installed software. The past few days I was cleaning the house a lot and simply turned on my PC, turned on my TF and streamed videos and music without having to adjust anything.
USB ports. Also mentioned in the OP. I found an awesome use for them: hooked up a goose neck USB reading light and the keyboard shone even more
Ok, so the Transformer has firmly ensconced itself in my "Digital Lifestyle" (tm).. why am I posting this? Because with all the pieces starting to fall into place, this device is really still sitting there as the new hotness..
Those pieces are.. (ok, they probably won't mean much to your average joe consumer, but given the often bumpy ride we've taken to get here, means a lot to me..)
Timely updates from Asus (yeah, Honeycomb 3.1 delivered on time as promised put a big smile on many faces)
The Dock (and its subsequent fixes)
Increasing number of apps
Slowly increasing selection of accessories (yeah, I like my FolioGuard)
I'll admit to being a happy consumer of Apple's IPad First Gen.. I know its not for everyone, but for me and the missus, having a tablet to just pick up and use for web surfing, email, showing pictures, watching episodes of Fringe in a hotel room on a rained out holiday etc., the ease of use of a tablet class device both at home and when travelling for "media consumption" was something that fit right into our household needs...
..Unfortunately, with the iPad there was always something "missing".. The Wife wondered whether she'd be able to take it away to work conferences as a replacement for her netbook - giving her superior battery life, a better screen and just better "comfort" ergonomics.. The answer was no dice.. Given that as part of her work she had a need to handle decrypting and encrypting emails (amongst other things that necessitated her carrying at least a netbook class device and the overal 'flexibility' of a full fleged OS) the iOS solutions that existed were just for want of a better word.. messy..
..Then Google teased us all with glimpses of Honeycomb and Asus teased us further with the Transformer and what just might be possible..
Fast forward a little while and one quick install of K9 with APG later.. job done..
She's off to another conference in Paris tomorrow, wants to take my beloved TF with her.. to see if she really can replace her netbook and extra batteries, with it and the dock.. see how she gets on with the better screen and superior battery life... see how she copes with doing the things she'd normally feel confident doing with a PC O/S... so far, all her key bases have been covered courtesy of the Android Market and a little learning curve.. but time will tell..
I do know that she also wanted to copy some episodes of Grey's Anatomy she'd recorded and put on her USB stick, to the tablet's SD card for watching on the flight if she didn't have the dock handy.. She took my TF to work today, to see how she got on with it, without me hovering like an anxious parent.. I got an instant message a short while later saying the files had been copied via to dock and she'd tested them in Moboplayer just fine..
..In an iOS world.. forget it.. (ok, not without a trip home to dock the ipad to the mothership, fire up iTunes.. copy/sync the .avi files to CineXPlayer and hope its compatible.. hardly the end of the world but, let's be honest.. its a faff fo' sho')
The thing is.. I was left with the 'old' iPad today, for my casual surfing/the usual XDA lurking etc... and as great as that device still is.. it felt... primative.. behind the times.. I've seen the future of iOS as have a great many of you.. and it feels.. well.. lets just say its going to be a long week without my transformer (minor light bleed and the occasional force close - how I shall miss thee)
Quick question (for any owners really). With the dock, do you still get the touch screen? A lot of reviews don't really mention that, they either mention how much the do or do not like the touch pad, but don't bring up if they can still use the touch screen in conjunction. Not a HUGE deal per say, but I am curious.
The touchscreen is still fully usable when docked!
Transformer rocks!
degeneration said:
Quick question (for any owners really). With the dock, do you still get the touch screen? A lot of reviews don't really mention that, they either mention how much the do or do not like the touch pad, but don't bring up if they can still use the touch screen in conjunction. Not a HUGE deal per say, but I am curious.
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Yes the touchscreen is still fully operational. The touchpad is nice, but still too sensitive, needs to be updated to not be so touchy, so a lot of times I disable it and just touch the screen. Works great.
It sure is cool having a netbook formfactor type device with a fully functioning multi-touch screen.. you'll feel weird going back to a 'normal' laptop/netbook after using it
I find it interesting how I adapted some sort half-screen, half-keyboard interaction with the transformer. I always thought when I got it that I would do one or the other while using it - now it is like use keyboard, keyboard short-cut here, tap screen, tap screen, keyboard short-cut, tap, keyboard etc. etc.
bithir said:
I find it interesting how I adapted some sort half-screen, half-keyboard interaction with the transformer. I always thought when I got it that I would do one or the other while using it - now it is like use keyboard, keyboard short-cut here, tap screen, tap screen, keyboard short-cut, tap, keyboard etc. etc.
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LOL, same here. I was using my laptop the other day and i started touching the screen before i realized that it didnt have a touch screen .
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It sure is cool having a netbook formfactor type device with a fully functioning multi-touch screen.. you'll feel weird going back to a 'normal' laptop/netbook after using it
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Like when you pick up someone's old dumb phone and try to open something up by touching it, then tapping it, then pounding it, then remembering a time before touch screens?
bithir said:
I find it interesting how I adapted some sort half-screen, half-keyboard interaction with the transformer. I always thought when I got it that I would do one or the other while using it - now it is like use keyboard, keyboard short-cut here, tap screen, tap screen, keyboard short-cut, tap, keyboard etc. etc.
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Same with me. I kept trying to touch my dads laptop screen to click icons. Really is a super nice experience with the option for both input methods
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Like when you pick up someone's old dumb phone and try to open something up by touching it, then tapping it, then pounding it, then remembering a time before touch screens?
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Soooooooo true
I'm finding the more I use it, the more new things I can do with it and poor PC must think its days are numbered,the dock just makes it, and while having to tweak certain things to your liking to me that's what makes mine feel unique
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I'm finding the more I use it, the more new things I can do with it and poor PC must think its days are numbered,the dock just makes it, and while having to tweak certain things to your liking to me that's what makes mine feel unique
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Since my G1 I have realized half the fun of android is the tweaking. However everyone keeps bringing up the dock. My plan is to just get the tablet for now, and once my school money starts rolling in again i will pick up the dock. Will I be less than satisfied until then?
I hate admitting it but I am guessing a majority of it's use during the summer with be dungeon defenders and http://www.gamesforcats.com/... DON'T JUDGE ME!
Still no update for me.
I do not plan on rooting it or force the update though.
haha i agree with all of this my TF with dock is the best.. never use my laptop much anymore.. especially due to the keyboard. And just like a few of you when i did use my laptop i touched the screen once forgetting it wasnt touch screen.. b/c on my TF i definitely use both touch and keyboard in conjunction with each other to surf around.
TF and Honeycomb is a match made in heaven!
I am planning to sell mine. I am using the dock only as a charging station. Whenever I want to actually use the tablet, I have to remove it off the keyboard, for games, ebooks, mags and comics. Even for browsing and using apps like news360, pulse and tapatalk, its much easier to scroll using the screen than trying to use the touchpad.
Pretty frequently, especially for web browsing. I also use IRC a lot.
Honestly, only when I need N emergency charge. I'm leaning towards giving the Galaxy Tab a try. I already have a laptop for when I need the keyboard.
Sent from my beloved HTC EVO 4G.
About 25 percent of the time the TF is docked, and about half that time is to use it because of the keyboard / stand.
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I use mine a lot. about 90% of the time. its really useful to have some nice tactile response when typing, the trackpad is useful when you need accuracy and its easier to use than a laptop because there doesnt need to be cables and it powers on in about 30 seconds or if its sleeping, instantly.
I do take it off to read books and play games though, so i know what you mean. but it would be tough for me to go back to a tablet without a keyboard. I wish samsung did it. lol
100% of the time.
I use it at work mostly; then at home, detach and hang out on the patio with just the Tablet.
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I haven't undocked mine since I bought it 2 weeks ago.
I was super excited when my dock finally showed up the other day. I carry it around the house undocked, but if I'm posting on a lot of forums, writing an e-mail, or using Gchat, I'd dock it. I bought it for the extra battery life when traveling.
But because of the fact it drains 5%/hr when docked even in standby, I can't store it as a netbook which annoys me. And now that I bought Thumb Keyboard for $0.99 from Amazon, I'm wondering if I should just sell it.
I believe most of you should be using a laptop/netbook instead. No point in having a tablet if you have it docked the majority of the time.
akarol said:
I believe most of you should be using a laptop/netbook instead. No point in having a tablet if you have it docked the majority of the time.
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No point? Touch screen? OS? Battery life? High resolution IPS screen in a 10" form? I would buy this device even if it didn't come off the dock. Quit sounding like an egotistical prick.
Find me a laptop in this size that has this battery life and those other features. Nothing out there like it. Plus, when I do want to read my Kindle books? Quick click and it is easy to hold.
I have it docked maybe 50% of the time. Always docked for transport from place to place. Docked for late night movie watching in bed. It makes a great stand even if you are not using the keyboard. Generally I have the trackpad turned off as it always gets in the way of typing and using my fingers on the screen is so much easier.
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I use it at work mostly; then at home, detach and hang out on the patio with just the Tablet.
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Same here, pretty much. Except, when I get a chance to do some writing later in the evening (when the family's asleep), then I'll pop it back on the dock.
It's really a great combo for me...
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arthurbrownleeiv said:
No point? Touch screen? OS? Battery life? High resolution IPS screen in a 10" form? I would buy this device even if it didn't come off the dock. Quit sounding like an egotistical prick.
Find me a laptop in this size that has this battery life and those other features. Nothing out there like it. Plus, when I do want to read my Kindle books? Quick click and it is easy to hold.
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+ 1 I don't do anything crazy on the computer, id rather have the high tech experience android gives me. I don't have a dock yet but I can't wait to get one, I think about it every time I type.
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SM0k3Y said:
I haven't undocked mine since I bought it 2 weeks ago.
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same here.. except ive only had mine for 3 days and it feels safer connected, extra battery life and learing the keyboard short cuts is a must but takes some practice. If i need to use the touch screen i just touch the screen. Im forcing myself to use the short cuts to be proficient with it.
Transformation is the whole point
akarol said:
I believe most of you should be using a laptop/netbook instead. No point in having a tablet if you have it docked the majority of the time.
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I couldn't agree more. Without the dock the TF is pretty much just vanilla tablet. Permanently docked it's really a slightly handicapped netbook.
The whole point for me is that my TF can be what I want when I want it. Versatility is the big differentiation point for our tab.
Around the house (where there are plenty of devices with keyboards mine stays un-docked.) But the dock always goes with me when I leave the house.
eli.kennedy said:
I couldn't agree more. Without the dock the TF is pretty much just vanilla tablet. Permanently docked it's really a slightly handicapped netbook.
The whole point for me is that my TF can be what I want when I want it. Versatility is the big differentiation point for our tab.
Around the house (where there are plenty of devices with keyboards mine stays un-docked.) But the dock always goes with me when I leave the house.
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Couldn't agree less
I get the best of both worlds with it docked. I can pull it out if I want/need but it's compact enough not to have to worry about that. Plus, as already stated, its a much better experience than a plain netbook. I've got so used to the ability to type and then swipe on the screen that I keep trying to do that on my regular laptop now
Plus, I can then just close the "lid" and put it down without worrying about the screen facing up or down or touching something it shouldn't
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I am planning to sell mine. I am using the dock only as a charging station. Whenever I want to actually use the tablet, I have to remove it off the keyboard, for games, ebooks, mags and comics. Even for browsing and using apps like news360, pulse and tapatalk, its much easier to scroll using the screen than trying to use the touchpad.
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Daily. Nice to use in tablet mode, but it spends more time in netbook mode for me.
Thanks to the dock I have my laptop screen all in smudges
BTW, decided that I don't really need it, and sent the tab and the dock to my friend, got a Galaxy Tab 10.1 instead lol
lqaddict said:
Thanks to the dock I have my laptop screen all in smudges
BTW, decided that I don't really need it, and sent the tab and the dock to my friend, got a Galaxy Tab 10.1 instead lol
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Sorry for your loss.
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Hello, TF'ers. I'am asking a simple question for those who love their Transformers but for some reason is lusting after one of the other tablet's. Please list the tablet you wish you could have and why.
Thanks.
I have my TF101 and I'm happily satisfied with my purchase.
I love this thing. Nothing else comes close.
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Love mt TF but I always wonder if I would love the Acer Iconia A500 better.
I have had every tablet out, and the iconia was ok, the screen is not as good as the TF, but at least the browser does not crash as much, no lag while trying to type, and the usb...
I am looking at the thrive... if I know what kinda of glass it will have I would order one.
More than happy with my TF'er. Tried the Zoom, tried the Ipad2 but neither come close. I'm mildly interested in the GT 10.2 to see what the fuss is about but the lack of SD card immediately puts a dampener on it.
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I have had every tablet out, and the iconia was ok, the screen is not as good as the TF, but at least the browser does not crash as much, no lag while trying to type, and the usb...
I am looking at the thrive... if I know what kinda of glass it will have I would order one.
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I have 0 lag and havent had the browser crash once. I have 2 usb's slots and both SD and MiniSD card slots. I use a wireless mouse and BT headset nd get over 24 hours of battery life on hard use. Hwat else could you ask for?
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As a launch-day Pre purchaser who converted to Android in January of this year, I have to admit that I'm intrigued by the TouchPad. webOS really is SOOOO much better in terms of multitasking that I'd love to have it on a tablet.
However, there are three things that temper this notion. First, webOS does not and likely will not have the apps that I need for quite some time. The TouchPad won't even have Office document editing out the door, which is simply ridiculous. I can't believe that Samsung can completely redesign their tablet and release it in a few months, while HP can't get a single freaking app written that's absolutely vital to their product's success. Really, webOS made me promise myself never to buy something for a feature that's "coming soon."
Second, until a tablet has a keyboard dock as functional as the Transformer's, I'd have a hard time switching over. There's simply no better device for straight writing (i.e., just laying words down on the page) on the go. If HP releases a similar hybrid device someday, I'll think about it (assuming the apps are there), but Transformer is just a great all-around mobile device.
Third, while webOS is a nice OS in many ways, I'm disappointed that HP didn't design it to make better use of a tablet's screen size. Ultimately, webOS 3.X is just a blown-up version of the smartphone OS, with the same number of cards showing, only bigger. They could have done so much more with it. I really like how Honeycomb's screens can provide so much useful information at a glance. I often just turn my TF on, check to see if I have any emails, upcoming appointments, what the weather's like, etc., etc., and then just turn it back off. It's like a dashboard for my life, and so far no other tablet OS comes close in this respect.
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...........It's like a dashboard for my life.........
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Thats how I would describe it to the "T". You should sent that to Asus for branding...lmao
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Love my Transformer... But wish I have an iPad only due to the vast number of case options available. However I'm looking forward to receiving my multi-angle rooCase.
I don't undestand why you would want any other tablet (at least any other android tablet)
The TF offers everything all the other android tablets offer PLUS MORE... Anything else would just be a downgrade.
the only thing I'm lusting for currently is a fully functional Netflix app. I really love to watch movies quietly at night and currently have to switch over to my Nook Color to do this. TF is awesome, working Netflix would make it total perfection for my needs.
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Love mt TF but I always wonder if I would love the Acer Iconia A500 better.
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The Transformer is better than the iconia. I had one, the screen on it sucks and it weighs a lot more. The only things it has over the transformer are the aluminum body (I actually prefer the transformer's body but most like aluminum that I've talked to) and the speakers have more bass. IMO the transformer wins hands down.
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ClevelandWheeler said:
I have 0 lag and havent had the browser crash once.
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Bollocks
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ClevelandWheeler said:
get over 24 hours of battery life on hard use. Hwat else could you ask for?
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Did you do something special to your batteries?
I wish it had normal browser like Chrome with extensions and such. I wish it had mouse hover capabilities.
I have a XFormer, but would love a Xoom, but only to see the benefit of Internal 3G.
Badwolve1
Yep the grass always seems greener on the other side. I'm lucky enough to be able to try them all out. I've got the Asus Iconia, the Transformer, and iPad 2 already, and the Galaxy 10.2 is in the mail. Starting to get a better profile of how I use them. Want to copy your camera photos to the tablet? Something with an SD slot will make you happier. Have movies on an external USB hard drive? Having a standard USB port will make you giddy if you want a movie off that drive to watch on your tablet. These emotional highs are momentary moments though, and 99% of the time I'm just playing games, reading email, checking the web, facebook, youtube. Every tablet does these fine, and during that time I appreciate the lighter ones. They all have a way to add a keyboard to them. Bluetooth is easy, especially once you've paired a keyboard. Apple and Samsung have $69 keyboard docks for their thin tablet dock ports. You pay more to get the Transformer's keyboard dock, but you get a far better integrated and multi-functional add-on for your money. Hooking up to these is an inconvenience of varying degrees. You are not likely to have the iPad or Galaxy keyboard docks with you when you leave the house, so they suck. Good bluetooth keyboards are always wider than these tablets are, and as such less likely to fit in the same case with your tablet. If you've got a case for your Transformer, it is likely for netbooks and will hold both the tablet and keyboard together. So if you prefer a physical keyboard to an onscreen one, the Transformer is clearly the standout choice. You have to weigh that importance though, as that keyboard dock doubles the total weight you'll be carrying.
I've been working on a showdown between these tablets for my blog. Easy enough to ding this one and promote another for a slot or port or not. Not sure the small time these features come into play will aggravate a user enough to choose ports over weight/looks though. Money obviously play a role, as the difference between the Asus and a full set of features with its dock and an iPad with all the same features via add-ons is huge. It help that the Asus starts out $100 under the iPad. Samsung is certainly brave going head-on with Apple, I'll give them that. They must be thinking that iPad buyers didn't mind no MicroSD or USB ports, and millions were sold, so microSD and USB ports don't really matter. They might be right. Time will tell if they sell more Android Honeycomb tablets than Asus. I can't see them ever catching up to iPad sales though, with nothing to add value to iPad prices. Pay that much and you might as well get an iPad. JMHO.
I am a very happy Transformer owner, everything else (at the moment) on the market, even the ipad 2, would be downgrading.
I love my ASUS transformer too.
However, if I had to pick another table between xoom or samsung galaxy v2 10.1 or iPad.
I would get the Samsung Galaxy 10.1, I checked it out at Best Buy yesterday and it was pretty nice. No lag at all either and it was very responsive.
Sometimes my transformer feels unresponsive, and it lags but it could be due to my tons of widgets on the home screen.
However if Samsung did have a keyboard dock like transformer, I would hop on it however I heard their updates were lacking and slow to be released.
Though I like how its lighter, thinner the transformer, and looks a bit nicer. Also I enjoyed the PLS screen as it also had more VIBRANT colors then the transformer.
there was so much hype about the keyboard when it came out and i had a thread in august or july about how it is totally overpriced at $150 and i thought $108-115 was a reasonable MSRP.
now that im typing on it, it really isnt that great. the keys are pretty cramped and i'm used to my mechanical keyboard so i keep missing keystrokes, thinking the keys will activate halfway down the stroke. instead of having to bottom them out. if the chicklet keys were more crisp it would be more tolerable but they are squishy and there is no definitive bottom out lol
cringing while i type this, anyone want to buy it?
and the reason im making this thread is because people ridiculed me for like 6 pages about how it's the best thing ever and they would pay 200 for it LOL
I could steal it....
Just messing, it is just like any new keyboard takes a bit of getting used to.
Saying that with it sat on the sofa as I type adding to the bounce probably pressed delete 10 times typing this out after making mistakes.
Honestly though you do get used to it and I use it all the time typing long emails or even creating quotes at work etc.
How long you had it ?
How much you willing to sell it for?
For typing long e-mails, this keyboard is much better than using the soft keyboard. It's definitely not perfect and if it were just a keyboard, I'm not sure I would have bought it but it also has a nice high capacity battery and that makes it better than any other keyboard on the market for tablets.
However it has 2 big issues for me:
1) Touchpad is way too sensitive forcing me to turn is off while I type.
2) Keys must be slammed on to complete a keystroke. Literally I feel like I'm driving down on each stroke which makes typing slower and more cumbersome.
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Yep, definitely, the only downside to this keyboard is the touchpad. It's good that it's a tablet though because I always turn it off..
the battery is excellent i'll give it that
At the beginning I was like you, but 3 months later (or something like that), it's over. You just need to use it often, and it'll be better.
If you read the reviews at all, that have been out for a year now, you would know that the keyboard is crap. But it's a netbook keyboard and it's a one of a kind item. Yes, I would pay $200 for the keyboard because without the keyboard this tablet is worthless. Both in the aspect of the GTab 10.1 being superior tablet, and that I wouldn't want a tablet that I couldn't use as a netbook.
Do you people really just go out and buy things without doing any research/reading any reviews? Shame...
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i bought it so i could put windows xp on it but there was no cd rom bay
chatch15117 said:
i bought it so i could put windows xp on it but there was no cd rom bay
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Lol, try Splashtop and make an RDP connection to your pc. Windows 7 on your tablet! Even better, use a good wireless keyboard connected to your pc to be able to sit in front of the tablet and use good old Office in stead of the crappy Office wannabee software such as Polaris. Saved me from buying an totally overpriced and dodgy Asus keyboard.
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Lol, try Splashtop and make an RDP connection to your pc. Windows 7 on your tablet! Even better, use a good wireless keyboard connected to your pc to be able to sit in front of the tablet and use good old Office in stead of the crappy Office wannabee software such as Polaris. Saved me from buying an totally overpriced and dodgy Asus keyboard.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1373965
It isn't a full size keyboard. That should have been obvious before buying it. It isn't meant to replace a computer. Don't like it, return it or sell it. No reason for the thread. Personal preference is just that.
Gary13579 said:
If you read the reviews at all, that have been out for a year now, you would know that the keyboard is crap. But it's a netbook keyboard and it's a one of a kind item. Yes, I would pay $200 for the keyboard because without the keyboard this tablet is worthless. Both in the aspect of the GTab 10.1 being superior tablet, and that I wouldn't want a tablet that I couldn't use as a netbook.
Do you people really just go out and buy things without doing any research/reading any reviews? Shame...
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Keyboard is crap? I've owned the keyboard dock since day one and I find it indispensable. In fact, the transformer is just another ordinary tablet without it.
Then again, I need my device for business use. Perhaps those who don't like it, simply don't have a need for it.
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i like the idea of the keyboard but these scissor switches are terrible
does anyone here actually have a mechanical keyboard?
I have used my keyboard for my last year of school and I would say that 75% of my use is with the keyboard on mine.. I agree that the keyboard is what makes the tablet.. Yes it is different then a regular keyboard.. its the same size as most netbook keyboards.. 92% of full size right?
I didnt like it at first either, but after a month on it, I can type just as fast on my transformers keyboard as I can on any of my other keyboards.. just have to give it some time.
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i like the idea of the keyboard but these scissor switches are terrible
does anyone here actually have a mechanical keyboard?
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I do, a Siig keyboard with Cherry Mx Blues (wanted to get a Das but I didn't have the cash for it).
I mean honestly, I've been typing on keyboards since I was a toddler (used to play with my mom's old portable IBM computer back when she was a consultant manager). Some keyboards are much more comfortable to type on than others depending on layouts and the technology under the hood so to speak, but with a little time you tend to get used to whatever you're stuck on (unless the keyboard in question is inherently broken, your hands are way too big, etc.)
For quick notes in class, my transformer is now simply awesome. Before I got my dock, it was a Netflix bed machine and not much else. After grabbing my dock from CL for $60, I actually have a handly little netbook/tablet now.
If you don't like it, that doesn't affect how much enjoyment I'll be getting out of mine. I hope you do come to enjoy the newfound utility of your Transformer though.
USB ports. That is all.
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Keyboard is crap? I've owned the keyboard dock since day one and I find it indispensable. In fact, the transformer is just another ordinary tablet without it.
Then again, I need my device for business use. Perhaps those who don't like it, simply don't have a need for it.
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Did you read my post? I said that it was absolutely necessary, as the device p much sucks without it. That doesn't stop the keyboard from being total ****. It's very difficult to type on, even compared to normal notebook keyboards.
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I use my keyboard daily! I blog a bit, do lots of business emails on it (much better than typing on an iPhone all day).
I always end up turning off the touchpad to type.
I would not buy a tablet without a real keyboard after having one.
BUT - That is my preference. Not everyone feels the same way about the keyboard.
And one great side effect is when someone asks you about your "laptop" or "netbook" and you tell them it is not either, but it is a tablet. Then you get to watch them have a nerdgasm when you undock it and keep using it.