Woland77 wrote:
Anyone who got one want to trade for a Viewsonic gTablet?

Which tablet?

skwatch wrote:It has been rumored to be released almost every "next month" since about March. I haven't yet seen any really solid indication of an October release. I hope it happens though. Pls share the link if you know of something solid on Oct.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/816797-REG/Samsung_YP_G70CW_XAA_8GB_Galaxy_Player_5_0.html

I think I've seen it in one or two other places as well. Course until they actually get it in stock it means squat.

so how do we make calls using this device? I know its not a phone but surely you can use google voice or something equivalent and make calls over wifi (voip). Anyone know that apps needed from marketplace?

robul wrote:When I first turned it on it asked me about locations and such. and when I first loaded the marketplace it automatically was downloading a good map update. I did not try to open maps before I loaded the marketplace. So I cant be sure on that.

The second language on the instruction manual reads

guia de inicio rapido

First language English, Second Language Spanish - could be NA model. Though Philippines is also a good possibility. I think it has been released there and those two languages are both widely used there. Maybe they didn't bother translating into Filipino.

Robul:

What is the date and country information on the bottom right hand corner of the back cover of the user guide?

Thank you.

nawaf88 wrote:so how do we make calls using this device? I know its not a phone but surely you can use google voice or something equivalent and make calls over wifi (voip). Anyone know that apps needed from marketplace?

Skype or Qwik

https://market.android.com/search?q=skype&so=1&c=apps

clearskiestomt wrote:Skype or Qwik

https://market.android.com/search?q=skype&so=1&c=apps

Gah. Meant Qik

Can anyone fill me in on warranty? Square trade or other? Thanks

would it be listed as an mp3 plaayer or a tablet? it makes a difference on Square trade

stususs wrote:Robul:

What is the date and country information on the bottom right hand corner of the back cover of the user guide?

Thank you.

the english one says

printed in china
gm68-01093a
English (LTN) 05/2011. Rev 1.0

The spanish one says the same on first two lines then
Sppanish LTN 05/2011. rev 1.0

the back of the box is a different language as well

Enciende la vida inteligente

skwatch wrote:Wow, I'm impressed and a little jealous. I'm half the distance from the shipping point and slated for Monday arrival.
Keep us posted. In particular, I'm interested in whether there is any indication as to if this is a European model. I'm really wondering which national market these were designed for before Woot managed to snag them, as it is not yet officially released in USA.

fyi my tracking info said it wasnt coming unitl saturday. I actually got the email from woot 30 minutes after I got the unit.

The unit left dallas tuesday and went to houston. left houston last night at 8:21 I tracked it this morning via the reference number. 20 minutes later my mail man brought it in. I usually give him a christmas present so maybe he grabbed it on the way out for me.. haha. I really didnt expect it to come until tommorow.

robul wrote:the english one says

Printed in China
gm68-01093a
English (LTN) 05/2011. Rev 1.0

The Spanish one says the same on first two lines then
Spanish (LTN) 05/2011. rev 1.0

The online user guide says:
English (EU) 05/2011. Rev. 1.0

If the EU is the European Union model, what model is LTN? Latin America?

stususs wrote:The online user guide says:
English (EU) 05/2011. Rev. 1.0

If the EU is the European Union model, what model is LTN? Latin America?

yes sir I think you nailed it.. all of the specifications on the box are in spanish. The only thing in the english is the shipping seal. The trademarks and the audio/video notes

nawaf88 wrote:so how do we make calls using this device? I know its not a phone but surely you can use google voice or something equivalent and make calls over wifi (voip). Anyone know that apps needed from marketplace?

I've used a combination of Google Voice and Sipdroid on my Archos 70 before and it worked, but the 70 was just to big to use as a wifi phone so I uninstalled the stuff. I followed some directions on Archosfans.com to set it up but can't remember the steps. I'll be looking up the instructions when my Sammy gets here and I'll set it up on there. Should work nicely on that.

Just found something annoying about the browser. In the settings area there is no place to turn off mobile view and view pages in nomral view. there are a few sites that I go to where I too many cookies to use the mobile browser.. I guess I will have to find another browser where I can turn it off..

clearskiestomt wrote:Which tablet?

THE Viewsonic gTablet
There is only one with that name

robul wrote:Just found something annoying about the browser. In the settings area there is no place to turn off mobile view and view pages in nomral view. there are a few sites that I go to where I too many cookies to use the mobile browser.. I guess I will have to find another browser where I can turn it off..

Which browser is preloaded?

skwatch wrote:Which browser is preloaded?

safari 533.1.

linux: U Andriod2.2.2 en-us Yp-g70 build/froyo

Got mine! Think I'm second? Still going through the many apps. Navigation is having trouble connecting I think, waiting for location? still exploring

Don't suppose anyone has found a case like the one in these official images?

http://www.samsung.com/global/microsite/galaxyswifi/gs5/images/gallery/img_gallery_5_3.jpg

http://www.samsung.com/global/microsite/galaxyswifi/gs5/images/gallery/img_gallery_5_2.jpg

Got this largely for my commute, but I'd rather not have to stick it in a pocket. That kind of case would let me just slip it in my bag without worry.

d00ortao wrote:Don't suppose anyone has found a case like the one in these official images?

http://www.samsung.com/global/microsite/galaxyswifi/gs5/images/gallery/img_gallery_5_3.jpg

http://www.samsung.com/global/microsite/galaxyswifi/gs5/images/gallery/img_gallery_5_2.jpg

Got this largely for my commute, but I'd rather not have to stick it in a pocket. That kind of case would let me just slip it in my bag without worry.

Yeah, I was looking for that case too, but the only cases I can find are those relatively pointless asian ones on ebay.

manrajk wrote:Yeah, I was looking for that case too, but the only cases I can find are those relatively pointless asian ones on ebay.

Found these hideous and overpriced ones
http://www.pdair.com/catalog/index.php?cPath=10300000_11000085_11001296

and this less hideous but even more overpriced one
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Folio-Leather-Case-Samsung-Galaxy-S-Wifi-5-0-YP-G70-/200637710302?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item2eb6f07fde#ht_5599wt_1163

I'm holding out for something better.

ejeansonne wrote:Can anyone fill me in on warranty? Square trade or other? Thanks

would it be listed as an mp3 plaayer or a tablet? it makes a difference on Square trade

Didn't receive mine yet but had a a30% coupon good for one day only on Square Trade so bought the warranty. The total was $32.89 for three years which included the additional ADH for drop or spill coverage. I emailed and asked which category to put it in and they told me mp3...they are also holding off on the activation till I receive it..they're a great company. Oh, and the code for a 20% discount good till Oct 3 is FALL....

Woland77 wrote:THE Viewsonic gTablet
There is only one with that name

Oh. Sorry, I thought they had released one last year (a 10.1), and two this year (a 10.1 and a 7).

robul wrote:Just found something annoying about the browser. In the settings area there is no place to turn off mobile view and view pages in nomral view. there are a few sites that I go to where I too many cookies to use the mobile browser.. I guess I will have to find another browser where I can turn it off..

I've been researching browsing on Android and found an app called Dolphin Browser which supposedly allows you to load pages in the non-mobile versions.

momrox1 wrote:Didn't receive mine yet but had a a30% coupon good for one day only on Square Trade so bought the warranty. The total was $32.89 for three years which included the additional ADH for drop or spill coverage. I emailed and asked which category to put it in and they told me mp3...they are also holding off on the activation till I receive it..they're a great company. Oh, and the code for a 20% discount good till Oct 3 is FALL....

Hey Thanks, getting my warranty now

How do you go about getting the warranty?

d00ortao wrote:Found these hideous and overpriced ones
http://www.pdair.com/catalog/index.php?cPath=10300000_11000085_11001296

and this less hideous but even more overpriced one
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Folio-Leather-Case-Samsung-Galaxy-S-Wifi-5-0-YP-G70-/200637710302?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item2eb6f07fde#ht_5599wt_1163

I'm holding out for something better.

but ... but ... but, it is GENUINE Hong Kong leather! Well worth $39.98

Square Trade warranty cost varies GREATLY depending upon what you enter as purchase price:
$500 purchase price (Value) = $89 warranty cost
$175 purchase price (Woot) = $29 warranty cost

If your unit needs repairs, well that is what warranty is for. If it needs replacement (totalled?) do they limit you to your cost, or to unit replacement value?

Never mind: found it on Square Trade page ==>

Coverage Amount
For replacement payments: You are covered up to the maximum value you paid for the item. Once we pay out that amount, your Care Plan is considered fulfilled. If you would like coverage on your new item, you need to purchase a new warranty for it.

For Repairs: The Care Plan is good for multiple repairs, up to the maximum value of your item. Once the cost of repairs meets the full purchase price of the item, your Care Plan is considered fulfilled.

inthedark wrote:How do you go about getting the warranty?

Well, it comes with the one year woot warranty. The squaretrade one, find the blog post for the item, that post still has link to the squaretrade warranty already all set up and everything. Make sure you grab one of the 20% off codes on offer above- FALL worked for me.

d00ortao wrote:Well, it comes with the one year woot warranty. The squaretrade one, find the blog post for the item, that post still has link to the squaretrade warranty already all set up and everything. Make sure you grab one of the 20% off codes on offer above- FALL worked for me.

Thanks!

clearskiestomt wrote:Oh. Sorry, I thought they had released one last year (a 10.1), and two this year (a 10.1 and a 7).

They did, but neither is called the "gTablet." They have other names.
Like most companies, Viewsonic makes more than one product.

I'm at Columbia MO, mid between KC and St.Louis.

Yesterday it was at KC and it arrived at St. Louis today...

I don't know why the just drop my package at Columbia on the way to STL... :PPP

mcg11 wrote:I've been researching browsing on Android and found an app called Dolphin Browser which supposedly allows you to load pages in the non-mobile versions.

I use the HD version on my Rooted Nook Color. Not bad browser. Lets you use tabs, set a home page and bookmarks.

Hello, World!

Mine shows Sept 28. I'm in Portland OR. In fact, I'm in Australia and address of comGateway (the freight forwarder) is in Portland OR. This is my first Woot and I can't wait to see what I call "my tiny tab" :-).

Have a good weekend all.

Looking forward to seeing this when it arrives. Problem with Android is that there always seems to be something else to wait for - new version of the OS, the next Tegra chipset... I've been meaning to get something for about 18 months yet, but just haven't been able to drop a few hundred bucks on another tablet when I already have an iPad 2.

Woland77 wrote:They did, but neither is called the "gTablet." They have other names.
Like most companies, Viewsonic makes more than one product.

So sue me. I missed the g. Sheesh.

robul wrote:Just found something annoying about the browser. In the settings area there is no place to turn off mobile view and view pages in nomral view. there are a few sites that I go to where I too many cookies to use the mobile browser.. I guess I will have to find another browser where I can turn it off..

Change the User Agent on an Android Phone

The GPS is crap. If you find out how to make it connect please post it. I was able to get it to connect one time and DL a simple route. There is an app with some GPS tools that include a working compass and a satellite locator that works very well also. but it seemed to depend on wifi to download the route. No route profile, you go where it tells you to, i.e. it picked back roads instead of interstate. I didn't use it so it will take more research to see if it will re-calculate itself. The auto flash on the camera puts out too much light and pics come out better with no flash in low light. Something else to experiment with. I'm just pointing that out, not knocking it. I hope to get the GPS figured out so that it is usable. I'm sure I'll have more rants but overall I am very happy with the device thus far.

Regarding browsers: I guess I should not assume this, but wouldn't every Android device include the Google Chrome browser as part of the OS? If not, can't that be installed easily? Stock or non-stock, is Chrome less than an ideal browser on these devices? I hear it is taking "market" share away from Firefox, so it must be at least reasonably decent.