I'm interested in other keyboards used on the Adam from others who have their Adams delivered already. I'm particularly interested in Swype / SlideIT and Swiftkey. Any other replacement keyboards people have used that worked well on the tablet I'd be interested to hear about as well.
I've been using thumb keyboard. Its pretty good for the tablet.
Tenny said:
I've been using thumb keyboard. Its pretty good for the tablet.
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I agree. I posted a review of the keyboard not too long ago. I like it a lot. It's almost perfect, just lacking multi-touch chording.
I am currently using SlideIT, and it works very well. Quick for writing out text in in swype mode (much better than I expected). Only drawback is that it still feels the need to take up the entire screen when you're writing, like on your phone.
I downloaded and have been using the new FlexT9 keyboard by Nuance. It is every bit as good as Swipe... and has the added bonus of the built in voice to text functionality of Naturally Dragon (by Nuance).
It is a bit pricey at 4.99... but worth every penny.
thumb keyboard ftw. Best keyboard for a tablet hands down. also has an option so that it prevents fullscreen mode :-D
+1 for thumb keyboard
Wow, thumb keyboard is fantastic! Even just the regular keyboard mode is so much nicer thanks to the keys being a decent size. Cheers for the recommendation!
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Just curious what everyone is using for Bluetooth Keyboard and Mouse. Anything you find that works best or doesn't work? I'm wanting to get both a keyboard and mouse but not 100% sure which to get. Ideally, I want the Bluetooth Keyboard/Case combo, but it still isn't out .
I haven't decided on a keyboard. I'm leaning toward the Logitech android keyboard due to it has a cover that doubles as a stand. It looks like it would be easier to throw in my bag and take to school. I have been using a Dell bluetooth notebook mouse that I've had for a while. I've never had any problems with it and as usual it works great on the tab.
SIR, but has anyone tried Acer's bluetooth keyboard for this?
See this web address extension on Amazon's site:
Acer-Iconia-Tab-Bluetooth-Keyboard/dp/B004YHOUDI
I just noticed it in OfficeMax yesterday. Without a doubt, I am definitely going to wait until Samsung releases the bluetooth/keyboard case first so that I can see it in person, but I will strongly consider this if I end up disliking Samsung's (unlikely, I think). The most important quality I am seeking in my keyboard is size. To this end, most of them I have considered have looked too large, even the Xoom's. This one, however, was about the same length as the tab itself (perhaps even a little shorter; I didn't have it on me for a direct comparison at the time). If you're a minimalist such as myself and for whatever reason Samsung's doesn't tickle your fancy, you might want to consider this one.
Using Logitech keyboard and Microsoft bluetooth mouse. Work great.
I think I am going to get the Motorola wireless keyboard for the Zoom. I like how it looks and the size of it
These keyboards work well for word and document processing? What program? Quick office?
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These keyboards work well for word and document processing? What program? Quick office?
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My question too.
The Logitech keyboard looks pretty sweet, but a bit pricey. What apps do you use a keyboard with? Word processing (Quick Office or something else)? Web browsing?
Menotek Keyboard
If you do a lot of traveling as I do , you will find this one very friendly user, does the job and is waterproof too, I know a little silly if you ask me, but why not?
I can't put the link because I am new on the forum, type Menotek bluetooth waterproof keyboard on amazon, and voila" hope it helps.
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The Logitech keyboard looks pretty sweet, but a bit pricey. What apps do you use a keyboard with? Word processing (Quick Office or something else)? Web browsing?
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I have the logitech and love it with docs to go. Ymmv
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Does anybody know if one of these is floating around that will work for the Note 2? I am looking for something like this but for the newer note 2:
http://www.amazon.com/Leather-Bluet...&keywords=galaxy+note+case+bluetooth+keyboard
I have a little bluetooth keyboard. I never use it. really not very practical unless you need to use it to remotely control thing (like skipping tracks).
Built in keyboard is much easier or if on a dest or table a larger BT keyboard would be much better.
That's my experience anyway.
Question: Can anyone compare - from actual - use the quality of the Lenovo ThinkPad 2 (TPT2) digitized pen writing experience compared to that of a Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 or 10.1?
Background: I currently use a SGN8.0 and love the pen experience. It is smooth and very much like real writing. I often use LectureNotes or NoteAnytime. However, my preferred application is MS OneNote, which does not have pen support in Android. I am considering a TPT2 with digitizer so I can use the Windows version of OneNote, which does have pen support. But if it isn't as nice to write on the TPT2, then I don't want to do that.
Thanks!
which one would I buy?
I haven't seen a tab s in person yet but if it's available now here I would definitely choose it if the screen is as good as they say
Do you need the s-pen?
I have both and I'm feeling the Tab S more due to the screen. You won't go wrong if you choose the Note, its a great tablet, the main attraction is the pen which I hardly used. The Pro tablets weren't available at the time of purchase. After a few more days ill make my decision, but I'll probably keep the tab s.
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Do you need the s-pen?
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I had the same question before. The only advantage the Note has is the Pen.
The Tab s has better screen, better battery life and it is a brand new device therefore more likely would receive updates. The Note is more then 6 mths old. The HW specs are nearly the same as the Tab S but for the same price. For me the Tab S won and I love it.
Wish Samsung put it the pen in Tab S. I'll think I'll just wait for the next Samsung Note.
I went through this dilemma and ended up with the note. It's a tough call. I love oled but also had the older note and did use the spen for meeting notes. It's really oled vs digitizer.... nothing much else in it though the UK note is annoyingly still on 4.3. The note screen is lcd but very clear.
One consideration on screens. For movies etc and anytime the screen is darkish the oled will use far less power. All whites ie some Web browsing is worst case for oled and will such juice worse .
They're both superb tablets.
Which would you buy, a second hand 10.1 for $300 AUD or a brand new 10.5 for $580? Both 16GB wifi only model.
I sold my note for the tab s 8.4 and never looked back. Owning the note always felt like it was an incomplete job and unfortunately Samsung has a bad habit of not updating the software of older models even if their hardware can run it properly.
This is the best Android tablet I've ever of we'd and there's absolutely no reason for you not to like it
I have both (actually just sold my Note 10.1 2014). Here's is how I'd compare the two:
Advantages of Tab S:
- Tab S has better screen (colors in photos are more realistic on Tab S)
- Tab S has some better/updated apps (e.g., sidesync lets me make/take calls from my Galaxy S5)
- Tab S has better accessories available (covers, keyboards)
- Tab S has side power plug (precludes need for stand and angled power cord when used with book cover)
- Tab S is thinner/lighter (but the Tab S' smaller bezels make it a bit harder to hold...minimizing this advantage a tad)
Disadvantages of Tab S
- Note 2014 has S-Pen/Wacom, but this disadvantage is mitigated a bit by the fact that the Tab S has a sensitive screen works with fine tip (3mm) capacitive pens (e.g., iCooly). http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009XGMO1A/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
- Gold trim on Tab S is gaudy to me
- Note has S-Pen related apps/functions (e.g., action memo, pen window). But, I never found much use for those though.
Performance-wise, the two are about the same. By my standards, both are very fast. The Tab S is just a tad smoother. I don't notice any of the browsing lag some others have complained about.
...and when I found out that some of those s-pen related apps e.g S -Note, were available for download onto the tab s, I was you even more convinced that I had made right decision to get rid of my Note 10.1
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No Wacom, what is the point having S-pen app?
You can use a stylus with the Tab S. You just need to provide some sort of Palm rejection when writing. A simple cleaning cloth will do. Not as good as a Wacom Stylus but for simple note taking workable.
What we really need is a good aftermarket Bluetooth stylus but so far the available models work with Apple (grrrr) only.
Bluetooth still will not be as good as Wacom and kills battery.
Just going to wait for Note 10.1 2015 model with AMOLED and WACOM.
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You can use a stylus with the Tab S.
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You can drive a Camry off-road, it doesn't mean you'd want to. Using a stylus on a standard conductive display, even an iPad's, is painful. It's not the lack of palm rejection, it's the lack of detail, sensitivity, and precision. I'm not selling people on Note's per se, but unless you're making short, and I mean short, hand written notes and lists trying to use a conductive display in the same way as a Note will be pure frustration.
Now let’s check out the Note 10.1’s trump card: its S Pen. The S Pen is, when you get right down to it, a Wacom stylus and digitizer. Considering Wacom make the best graphics tablets in the world bar none (like the*Intuos 5, for one) that’s a very good thing.
Samsung is the first manufacturer to integrate this tech into an Android tablet – both the Lenovo ThinkPad Tablet and HTC Flyer used N-Trig pens that were lumpy, required batteries, didn’t offer as many pressure levels and weren’t nearly as responsive, nor did they give you a choice of nibs.
Now for those who might say: “but the iPad has plenty of styli available for it, what makes this special?”, here’s the deal. With one exception, all the styli you can get for the iPad and every other capacitive tablet are only a minor improvement over using your finger. There’s only one capacitive stylus that gives a thin point, and it doesn’t offer pressure sensitivity or palm rejection.
With the S Pen - and other Wacom digitizers as found on the likes of the Samsung Series 7 Slate – you get 1,024 levels of pressure, which lets you draw weighted lines as you would with a real pencil. You get palm/finger rejection, which means you’ll rarely draw an accidental line with your hand. Basically, it’s akin to upgrading from using a chalk to an art pencil.
http://www.trustedreviews.com/samsu...w_s-pen-performance-and-video-playback_Page-4
@ BarryH, You can pick up more chicks with a Porsche but a 72 Pinto beats walking to work.
Wasn't trying to answer "should you" but more "could you". But seriously, if you want a tablet for notetaking, I would go with a Windows variety due to the OneNote full handwriting support. Sharp was supposed to release a 10.1 Windows tablet with the same resolution as the Tab S (not amoled) but appears to have been vaporware.
Sadly now that I have owned an amoled tablet I am spoiled forever. My Tab S is purely an entertainment toy. I use my Acer R7 for any handwriting (although that is far more rare than I imagined it would be - typing is just better).
Do you think if your Tab S was Wacom, would it be good enough to replace your Acer?
I have an ageing Thinkpad X200 Tablet, but I still can not find any good candidate to replace it. The only laptop I found good enough to replace the X200T is Fujitsu tablets, but they are so expensive.
WHat would you do?
I currently own a Note 10.1 (2014), and the screen has been cracked for about 6 months. Now the screen is not responding to a finger touch (although the stylus still works). I am told that there is a dual digitizer in the device, and the one which responds to the finger is dead.
Although the device is still technically under warantee, Samsung will reject the work because the screen is cracked.
SO... and the reason I am posting here specifically
Do I pay $280 to get my Note 10.1 repaired, or do I go buy an S 10.5?
I do like the stylus for some features, but have found a BT keyboard to be a faster interface for notes
Thoughts?
GO!
I personally think that unless you find the stylus useful, the Tab S has the better screen by far. If the screen of the note doesn't bother you, though, it may very well be worth simply getting the repair instead of shelling out more for a new tablet.
Not that I ever avoid getting new toys.
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