Dumb question... (hey, at least I got past the reg. screen!)...
Here goes... when it was charging it would say "10% charged" and what not... I left it be for a few hours (2.5?) and now it says "Charged" - am i good to go?

Thinking about buying this? Don't waste your time. The machine is slow, entourage went under so there is no longer support for the machine, and you cannot update the system to Android 2.2 (it runs 1.6) without loosing functionality in other parts of the machine. If you're a techy at all, you'll hate it. There is no Android market and the Kindle app, for instance, will not run on it. Yo also cannot read kindle books on it without searching forums for a conversion program for them. In my initial set up, it was impossible to register on the Adobe network for some reason (it gives an error code 80) and I finally had to search the forums to find out how to get past this screen. The video's are very misleading. I'll update to ermine and I'll either have a brick, but likely just a cool toy for the kids. Not impressed!

I can not get past the register screen on this, I keep getting a code 80 error. Mine was used for sure as it as marks all over it. Did I get a lemon?

trublond wrote:Thinking about buying this? Don't waste your time. The machine is slow, entourage went under so there is no longer support for the machine, and you cannot update the system to Android 2.2 (it runs 1.6) without loosing functionality in other parts of the machine. If you're a techy at all, you'll hate it. There is no Android market and the Kindle app, for instance, will not run on it. Yo also cannot read kindle books on it without searching forums for a conversion program for them. In my initial set up, it was impossible to register on the Adobe network for some reason (it gives an error code 80) and I finally had to search the forums to find out how to get past this screen. The video's are very misleading. I'll update to ermine and I'll either have a brick, but likely just a cool toy for the kids. Not impressed!

I still can't get past the Adobe error, how did you?

How to get past the registration problem during setup:

Post 4622390.
Post 4636201.

How to get the Android 2.2 upgrade:

Post 4622688.

This download contains several files including the instructions.

Also reading through this discussion can be very helpful. People have been contributing a large volume of info here. It would be well worth your time.

You should also check out Mobile Read. The community over there is supporting the EE and PE. Registration is free.

trublond wrote:Thinking about buying this? Don't waste your time. The machine is slow, entourage went under so there is no longer support for the machine, and you cannot update the system to Android 2.2 (it runs 1.6) without loosing functionality in other parts of the machine. If you're a techy at all, you'll hate it. There is no Android market and the Kindle app, for instance, will not run on it. Yo also cannot read kindle books on it without searching forums for a conversion program for them. In my initial set up, it was impossible to register on the Adobe network for some reason (it gives an error code 80) and I finally had to search the forums to find out how to get past this screen. The video's are very misleading. I'll update to ermine and I'll either have a brick, but likely just a cool toy for the kids. Not impressed!

I am using amazon market and downloaded kindle app with no problem. I then ordered a free book from the amazon store and started reading it on my PE.

The bypass of the registration screen is easy enough with the counter-clockwise 4 corner touch see http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DjbZP8ckmKI

I am updated and have lost no functionality that I know of.

I have added Youtube app, Kindle app, Opera mini, Taskkiller, Amazon app store app, FREEdi Youtube downloader, and moved pictures from my phone to the device so far. I have had no problem using the e-reader(except Overdrive will not download)and journal.

mobileread forums have been helpful along with many helpful people right here.

dundey wrote:It's a nice product, I use it all the time on short trips. The e-reader is as good as any out there and you can use google or amazon to download books.

The web browser is just OK since it has Android 1.6.
There is an upgrade to Ermine (Froyo 2.2) possible through 3rd party sites. Since I upgraded, the tablet works great and is as good as most of the less expensive ones out there (its NOT an Ipad) for email / simple web browsing.
Boots up quick and is easy to use.
I like mine and don't think you can do much better for the price.

jasonfeldman wrote:I can not get past the register screen on this, I keep getting a code 80 error. Mine was used for sure as it as marks all over it. Did I get a lemon?

Not necessarily. If you have been reading through this discussion you know that you can get past the registration hang(code 80). You can also upgrade it to version 2.2. The marks are another story. You can contact Woot! at service@woot.com to find out your options. One person already posted that woot was sending a replacement for the one he received.

Edit: You should definitely read the very next post.

I'm re-posting this, someone was nice enough to try earlier, but the links were lost.

For those of you who are just joining this discussion here are some links that may help.

How to get past the registration problem during setup:

Post 4622390.
Post 4636201.

How to get the Android 2.2 upgrade:

Post 4622688.

This download contains several files including the instructions.

Also reading through this discussion can be very helpful. People have been contributing a large volume of info here. It would be well worth your time.

You should also check out Mobile Read. The community over there is supporting the EE and PE. Registration is free.

How can I get my money back?

mghendrix wrote:How can I get my money back?

As this was your first post, is there something the group here can help you with. If you have a technical problem with your PE, maybe someone here can help you resolve it.

If your mind is made up, you can start by sending an email to service@woot.com. Be sure to include your user name and order number.

PyxienTX wrote:I bought a red one last time. I am very happy with this product. In fact, I just got 2 more. I use it for work and home. You can do everything on this that you can with a laptop or desktop, just not as easy.
I have written and edited word and pdf files.
I have gobs of music and pics on it.
I switch out SD and USB's frequently.
I have watched a movie (fast and furious 5 dnld).
I read ALL the time, and have text books, regular books, and reports.
I surf the net often.
I play games. Granted, I play card and tile games, but games none the less.

I truly enjoy it. It is small, goes anywhere, and everyone always asks "Where did you get it?" The only bad things are
1. after the upgrade, wifi connection is spotty sometimes, not often enough to be its downfall, but annoying.
2. No android market unless you have android phone or emulator. But you have Amazon and others.
N

I got mine...WOOT! WOOT! Works GREAT and I haven't upgraded to 2.2 yet! Thanks to Friartek and all for the links and info.

Just received my pocket book and I can't get it to register. I'm getting a network error 80 what ever that is. I have a strong wifi signal. The unit is shipped without an instruction book. I can't trouble shoot problem. Can someone help me out?

rawljo401 wrote:Just received my pocket book and I can't get it to register. I'm getting a network error 80 what ever that is. I have a strong wifi signal. The unit is shipped without an instruction book. I can't trouble shoot problem. Can someone help me out?

watch this Youtube video... The bypass of the registration screen is easy enough with the counter-clockwise 4 corner touch.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DjbZP8ckmKI .

hit the top corners BELOW the bar....after that the manual for it is on the device. You can also read the manual at mobileread.com

rawljo401 wrote:Just received my pocket book and I can't get it to register. I'm getting a network error 80 what ever that is. I have a strong wifi signal. The unit is shipped without an instruction book. I can't trouble shoot problem. Can someone help me out?

Reading this previous post should tell you what you need to know. The manual is already loaded on you PE. There is an epub version of the manual in the download mention in the previous post.

trublond wrote:Thinking about buying this? Don't waste your time. The machine is slow, entourage went under so there is no longer support for the machine, and you cannot update the system to Android 2.2 (it runs 1.6) without loosing functionality in other parts of the machine. If you're a techy at all, you'll hate it. There is no Android market and the Kindle app, for instance, will not run on it. Yo also cannot read kindle books on it without searching forums for a conversion program for them. In my initial set up, it was impossible to register on the Adobe network for some reason (it gives an error code 80) and I finally had to search the forums to find out how to get past this screen. The video's are very misleading. I'll update to ermine and I'll either have a brick, but likely just a cool toy for the kids. Not impressed!

To address your concerns - yes you can update to 2.2.

Searching on forums to find software? Well firstly people have repeated the links to the upgrades over and over in this forum. Go back a few pages and read. As for conversion software:
http://calibre-ebook.com/ - not that hard.

You aren't registering on the Adobe Network, which is why your log in didn't work. The registration was for entourage and their site and servers are down, which is additionally why it did not work.

I'm angry at Fedex. Because of their derp-derp don't do anything over the weekend or on Monday I didn't get mine yesterday. They didn't hand it to the post office until about 3pm yesterday afternoon so I'll get it today. Bleh.

I have Amazon Kindle, Amazon Appstore, YouTube Pandora, Drop Box, Yahoo Messenger and Skype running so far. I have been unsuccessful in gettting Android Market (probably not possible) or Netflix (still working on it) to run.

So all in all, I think my PE is a great little machine. Is it perfect? no, but it does what I really need it to do, and it was definitely worth the money.

jcenglehardt wrote:Can't get beyond step 6 because there's nowhere to register. Anybody have any solution?

Prior posting document the "4 corner method". This does work... Took me a while because I was hitting the wrong areas at the bottom of the screen. See this forum posting for a picture with the regions you must hit.

http://www.mobileread.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=76241&d=1315430444

Quick summary of the posting:
1. Power on the eDGe.
2. At the "Welcome" or "Wireless" screen, touch the 4 corners in order.
-- Top left (just below the status bar)
-- Bottom left (on the progress bar)
-- Bottom right (on the progress bar)
-- Top right (just below the status bar)

This worked for me the first time.

Enjoy!

surveyah wrote:I have Amazon Kindle, Amazon Appstore, YouTube Pandora, Drop Box, Yahoo Messenger and Skype running so far. I have been unsuccessful in gettting Android Market (probably not possible) or Netflix (still working on it) to run.

So all in all, I think my PE is a great little machine. Is it perfect? no, but it does what I really need it to do, and it was definitely worth the money.

First, I agree with your last paragraph,

I know that some items in your list already have posts here, with information on how to get them to work. It would be nice if you have links or info on how you did some of these and if you could post that here. I hadn't looked for some and some I read were not possible, but it appears that info was wrong. I'm sure everyone still watching would be interested.

I still have not spent enough time over at mobile read to look through all the info there. I'm guessing some of it may be there.

Thanks.

My eDGe was shipped by Fedex Smartpost which is really slow and unreliable. I have not got my dualbook yet. Really bad experience with the Smartpost, I must say. Will not consider buying more items if Smartpost is the delivery choice.

guochc wrote:My eDGe was shipped by Fedex Smartpost which is really slow and unreliable. I have not got my dualbook yet. Really bad experience with the Smartpost, I must say. Will not consider buying more items if Smartpost is the delivery choice.

That seems to be how it always goes with Smart Post. Either its' great or its terrible, there is no middle ground. I'm angry because my pocket edge sat about 2 hours away ALL WEEKEND and all Monday. They didn't bother to send it to my local post office until yesterday night. So I'll get it today (says out for delivery) but I was hoping to have it yesterday.

Think of it this way. It's hard enough to get a package to you on time with one huge conglomerate working on it. When you have one huge conglomerate relying on another huge conglomerate to finish the job, what do you THINK will happen?

surveyah wrote:I have Amazon Kindle, Amazon Appstore, YouTube Pandora, Drop Box, Yahoo Messenger and Skype running so far. I have been unsuccessful in gettting Android Market (probably not possible) or Netflix (still working on it) to run.

So all in all, I think my PE is a great little machine. Is it perfect? no, but it does what I really need it to do, and it was definitely worth the money.

How did you get Skype to work? I thought there was a post on this thread that said it wouldn't work so I haven't tried. Now I will.

Same deal with the SmartPost for me, but not complaining anymore. Mine came today - one for me, one for my girlfriend. Both look to be in mint condition, and are charging now. Guess I'll go grab that torrent with the upgrade, and once we get home from work tonight, we'll get these things going.

Thanks to everyone who's been providing info and links since the PE went on sale - at this point I feel pretty confident that we'll be able to take care of any troubleshooting through the process of activating and upgrading just by looking back through this thread. I mean, it's already pretty obvious where most people wind up having problems, and the solutions are right there. ;) Can't wait to get started.

wkelton wrote:How did you get Skype to work? I thought there was a post on this thread that said it wouldn't work so I haven't tried. Now I will.

Everything I've read has said that Skype will work but not the video part of it. I hope there is a way to change this. If so, please post for the rest of us.

surveyah wrote:I have Amazon Kindle, Amazon Appstore, YouTube Pandora, Drop Box, Yahoo Messenger and Skype running so far. I have been unsuccessful in gettting Android Market (probably not possible) or Netflix (still working on it) to run.

So all in all, I think my PE is a great little machine. Is it perfect? no, but it does what I really need it to do, and it was definitely worth the money.

Skype? Is it 100% functional? If so please post how you got it working.

As far as Skype goes....yes it works....there is no video (far as i can tell)...I havent made a call with it yet, but i logged in, saw my contacts, and can send a msg.

Here is the link to the APK file. You will have to sideload it and install it on the PE:

http://search.4shared.com/q/1/skype.apk

I used the Skype Beta - 1st in the list

Does anyone know how to get past the registration page since I can't register.

tstraub wrote:Does anyone know how to get past the registration page since I can't register.

YES! Reading this previous post and following the links should tell you what you need to know.

"Does anyone know how to get past the registration page since I can't register."

Please follow the instructions in these 2 links and you should be all set:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DjbZP8ckmKI

http://www.mobileread.com/forums/showpost.php?p=1733931&postcount=10

Reading through these 18 pages of posts should provide you with a lot of useful information as well

trublond wrote:Thinking about buying this? Don't waste your time. The machine is slow, entourage went under so there is no longer support for the machine, and you cannot update the system to Android 2.2 (it runs 1.6) without loosing functionality in other parts of the machine. If you're a techy at all, you'll hate it. There is no Android market and the Kindle app, for instance, will not run on it. Yo also cannot read kindle books on it without searching forums for a conversion program for them. In my initial set up, it was impossible to register on the Adobe network for some reason (it gives an error code 80) and I finally had to search the forums to find out how to get past this screen. The video's are very misleading. I'll update to ermine and I'll either have a brick, but likely just a cool toy for the kids. Not impressed!)

If you are techy you do not need android market...

I am very happy with mine. Opened a ppt and took notes from it on the ereader. Pandora, YouTube and most other apps work great. I had no problem opening articles in PDF. Very convenient, perfect size. So much for 80$!!! That is half the price of my ipod touch!! Really is a unique device, in a good way.

I am having trouble getting past the registration and have tried everything suggested. this is the message I keep getting:
ERROR: Network connection error. Please try again. - Code 80

Does anyone know what Code 80 means?

lv1482 wrote:Dumb question... (hey, at least I got past the reg. screen!)...
Here goes... when it was charging it would say "10% charged" and what not... I left it be for a few hours (2.5?) and now it says "Charged" - am i good to go?

How did you get paseed the registration screen?

sjbabbish wrote:How did you get paseed the registration screen?

Reading this previous post and following the links should tell you what you need to know.

What a shame that this device cannot be registered, but still being sold.

Mine worked perfect. Got past registration, updated to 2.2, which took the first time, but now all I have on the tablet side is a blue screen with the logo, an unlocked lock on the bottom, a speaker logo, and the time and date -

no apps.

And my reader side is very dark.

Suggestions? Did I do it wrong?

p99fish wrote:What a shame that this device cannot be registered, but still being sold.

It is to useful of a device to be trashed. I for one am glad they did sell them. We own several of these. Since you don't need to register the device to use it, no big deal. Upgradeable to 2.2. No it is not an iPod, but I don't want an iPod. A reader and tablet in one device. ...

robingsmith wrote:Mine worked perfect. Got past registration, updated to 2.2, which took the first time, but now all I have on the tablet side is a blue screen with the logo, an unlocked lock on the bottom, a speaker logo, and the time and date -

no apps.

And my reader side is very dark.

Suggestions? Did I do it wrong?

Slide the unlock to the right, all will reveal itself.

Need a little better description of the reader side. You are aware that you need external light to read the reader side.

friartek wrote:Slide the unlock to the right, all will reveal itself.

Need a little better description of the reader side. You are aware that you need external light to read the reader side.

No, I was not aware of that. Is there any way to make it at least a little brighter? Really pretty dark. (But its really pretty dark where I'm sitting, come to think about it . . .)