[bsdbsd]

Originally Posted by Red Liner

Just found an app that promises to wrap text on android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/d...r.android.lite This is an e-book reader.

Strange that iOS doesn't have one yet. Are you sure about this?

Red Liner, these apps may wrap text, but they will not wrap PDFs. PDF is not text, I think they are images. I believe wrapping PDF is very complicated, if not impossible. Some programs, even if they wrap PDFs, they will extract the text and then wrap the text. You will lose all the original formatting and images. But when the size of your tablet is about 10', the need to wrap lessens. So far, I am yet to come across a good PDF reader which satisfies this requirement. The reader that you have mentioned (Mantano) does not claim anywhere that they fulfill this requirement.

I am reasonably sure about iOS not having an app which can wrap PDFs. But since my iPad is old and on old OS, I am out of touch with Apple iOS ecosystem, and there may be some new readers who are capable of this. I will do some R&D and revert (when time permits!).

[Red Liner]

Try this app called qpdf on Android. It does something called text reflow. I tried it and it wrapped text on my Android mobile 5 incher so I could zoom in and read the pdf, and it wrapped the text within my screen. Will test it some more, but I think this app does the trick. And yes it's free.

[.sushilkumar]

I am Super impressed with motorola xoom. I bought one from US ( MZ 601) some 1 year back. My son accidentally threw it down and it developed cold feet into 3rd month of purchase ( display Issues) .

Took it to Service center and they demanded some 20 K to correct it citing some hardware fault. Heart broken, took it to Many place like Gaffar market and all. nobody dared to touch it. Since than it was lying UN used. Previous week took it to nehru place and voila , guy was back to old ways. good thing is no body touched it internally and shop owner was also surprised that it;s running fine while earlier i was seeing no display.

Wonder if motorola started building some self healing capabilities in their xoom series

[Shankyz]

Looking for some recommendations on a good case n stand combo for Nexus 7. Can the existing users share their preferred ones with feedback to avoid any bad ones if possible.

Thanks for your time and help

[HappyWheels]

Originally Posted by .sushilkumar

I am Super impressed with motorola xoom. I bought one from US ( MZ 601) some 1 year back...

Great to see another Xoom owner. I got my MZ601 2 years back and it is still running strong.

Currently running on 4.4.2 OmniRom and it better than when it was new!

[.sushilkumar]

Originally Posted by HappyWheels

Great to see another Xoom owner. I got my MZ601 2 years back and it is still running strong.

Currently running on 4.4.2 OmniRom and it better than when it was new!

Thanks Happy Wheels. Where did you downloaded 4.4.2 . XDA forum is pretty silent on Xoom development and has rooted mine fresh some week back. was looking for kit Kat but max i found was 4.2.2 (EOS Nightie ) .

Could you please share where did you downloaded kit Kat from and if possible procedure to install the same .

Any clues - where can i buy the sim slot holder. I lost mine during one of the repair trips and not sure where can i buy a new one.

[S_U_N]

Originally Posted by .sushilkumar

I am Super impressed with motorola xoom. I bought one from US ( MZ 601) some 1 year back. My son accidentally threw it down and it developed cold feet into 3rd month of purchase ( display Issues) .

Took it to Service center and they demanded some 20 K to correct it citing some hardware fault. Heart broken, took it to Many place like Gaffar market and all. nobody dared to touch it. Since than it was lying UN used. Previous week took it to nehru place and voila , guy was back to old ways. good thing is no body touched it internally and shop owner was also surprised that it;s running fine while earlier i was seeing no display.

Wonder if motorola started building some self healing capabilities in their xoom series

My dad's Xoom has touch issues (say around 20% of the screen does not register a touch).
He tried opening it and in the process damaged the screw heads. The tool used was of very poor quality. It sheared the head completely.
Now, the device is still used, but not much and without opening it up, we cannot check what is wrong inside.

I upgraded it to 4.4 (I think?) from 4.0.4 a few months ago and the tablet got a fresh look. Software can make all the difference.

[HappyWheels]

Originally Posted by .sushilkumar

Thanks Happy Wheels. Where did you downloaded 4.4.2 . XDA forum is pretty silent on Xoom development and has rooted mine fresh some week back. was looking for kit Kat but max i found was 4.2.2 (EOS Nightie ) .

Could you please share where did you downloaded kit Kat from and if possible procedure to install the same .

Any clues - where can i buy the sim slot holder. I lost mine during one of the repair trips and not sure where can i buy a new one.

XDA does have couple of active threads for Xoom KitKat.

Here you go, instructions and required files all provided to get the Xoom going:
http://www.xoomforums.com/forum/jell...tml#post266837

The ROM link in the above post will take you to the latest build, which seems to be having an issue. I am using the March 21st 2014 build (you can get it @ http://www.duckbox.info/android/omni-4.4.2/ ), which is quite stable.

SIM slot holder - tough one. Will keep an eye out.

Originally Posted by S_U_N

...I upgraded it to 4.4 (I think?) from 4.0.4 a few months ago and the tablet got a fresh look. Software can make all the difference.

I had rooted my Xoom within couple of months of ownership. Always used to go for Team EOS rom's, till now. Went for Omnirom 4.4 since they had good feedback from users. Yes, the software does make a huge difference. I thought JB was good, but KitKat is the best so far. No lag, freezing or any of the issues previously noticed in terms of performance.

[amolbh]

I have a first gen iPad 16GB WiFi. I'm fed up of it and its restrictions and limited abilities. I want to change to an Android tablet. My worry is that Apple will stop support for it and I'll be left stranded without apps (which are anyways limited right now).

What kind of resale value should I expect for the iPad with the cover? Found some listings on OLX and Quikr for ~10k. I can sell it and maybe add another 3-5k and get an Android tablet. Budget is whatever I get from the iPad, but if something costlier is much better or real VFM, then the budget can be stretched.

Usage will be reading (a lot), surfing, basic games, and watching TV series. Audio quality and volume should be good. Expandable memory slot preferred and no or minimal lag and good ROM support. Also, the device should be reliable.

How good are the cheaper brands like BSNL, iBall, etc?

Priorities are:
1. 10" Screen (not hurting the eyes) as well as touch
2. Audio volume and quality
3. Battery life
4. Weight

[RonXRi94]

Originally Posted by amolbh

I have a first gen iPad 16GB WiFi. I'm fed up of it and its restrictions and limited abilities. I want to change to an Android tablet. My worry is that Apple will stop support for it and I'll be left stranded without apps (which are anyways limited right now).

What kind of resale value should I expect for the iPad with the cover? Found some listings on OLX and Quikr for ~10k. I can sell it and maybe add another 3-5k and get an Android tablet. Budget is whatever I get from the iPad, but if something costlier is much better or real VFM, then the budget can be stretched.

Usage will be reading (a lot), surfing, basic games, and watching TV series. Audio quality and volume should be good. Expandable memory slot preferred and no or minimal lag and good ROM support. Also, the device should be reliable.

How good are the cheaper brands like BSNL, iBall, etc?

Priorities are:
1. 10" Screen (not hurting the eyes) as well as touch
2. Audio volume and quality
3. Battery life
4. Weight

Yes, I think you could expect to get 10k for your first Gen iPad. For your new tablet, I'd highly recommend a Samsung Galaxy tab 2. I had picked up a slightly used tab 2 around 6 months back for 12k.

Answering your priorities,

1. Tab 2 is 7",and it's the ideal size for reading, surfing and watching movies personally. My tab has similar usage, and I can tell you, it's a great device.

2. Audio volume and quality is nothing great on the loudspeakers, but plug in some decent headphones, and it's Nirvana

3. Depending on your usage, it'll last for a day easily.

4. The tab 2 is slightly on the heavier side, and gets painful to hold after a while. But maybe that's my flip cover. Since the tab 2 does not have a removable back cover, flip cover means a pretty heavy plastic panel that attaches to the back of the tablet.

Overall, I'd say the tab 2 is a great device for your needs, but getting hold of a good one now maybe a bit tough. New is certainly difficult since it's been discontinued a long time back.

If you stay in Mumbai, I'd recommend you check out city center mall at goregaon SV road. The top floor has a bunch of shops selling used devices. I can vouch for these shops, they do not tamper with the devices in any way. Devices are sold absolutely stock. My 6 month old tab, and a friend's iPhone 3GS, which is also bought second hand from the same place a year ago, are both running absolutely fine. Cannot say for the other places in Mumbai selling used devices though.

Lastly, if you plan to buy tab 3 due to non availability of tab 2,kindly do some research on that device. I hear it's got lots of hanging problems

Just my 2 cents. Cheers

EDIT: I think it's better if you stay away from Indian brands as of now, such as BSNL and Micromax. These devices are prone to lots of glitches, and feeble after sales service from these companies result into a harrowing experience.

[drmohitg]

Does Ipad come with international warranty? A friend just told that it does. Looking to get an Ipad air from USA.

[amolbh]

Originally Posted by RonXRi94

Yes, I think you could expect to get 10k for your first Gen iPad. For your new tablet, I'd highly recommend a Samsung Galaxy tab 2. I had picked up a slightly used tab 2 around 6 months back for 12k.
...
Overall, I'd say the tab 2 is a great device for your needs, but getting hold of a good one now maybe a bit tough. New is certainly difficult since it's been discontinued a long time back.
...
Lastly, if you plan to buy tab 3 due to non availability of tab 2,kindly do some research on that device. I hear it's got lots of hanging problems

Thanks!

Not inclined towards used electronics. Also, the Tab 3 is out of budget. Checked out tablets on flipkart, and most of them have negative reviews.

How is the Dell Venue 7? Someone had told me to wait for newer ones, a few months ago on this thread itself. Any idea when they are coming? Also would there be a Nexus 7 2014 edition? (So I get 2013 edition at lesser price)

[RonXRi94]

Originally Posted by amolbh

Thanks!

Not inclined towards used electronics. Also, the Tab 3 is out of budget. Checked out tablets on flipkart, and most of them have negative reviews.

How is the Dell Venue 7? Someone had told me to wait for newer ones, a few months ago on this thread itself. Any idea when they are coming? Also would there be a Nexus 7 2014 edition? (So I get 2013 edition at lesser price)

Dell venue tablets are already on sale AFAIK. Had seen a venue 7 at a croma the other day. No idea about it's performance though. But being a Dell, I don't think it should give problems, and the specs are decent for the price.

Also, Nexus tablets boast sheer quality and amazing screens, but 3G versions are priced a bit higher. The wifi only versions do not have a Sim slot. My bro has a wifi Nexus 7 2013, and he bought a 3G dongle and a portable router just for Internet connectivity outside of home. Depends if you're comfortable with that.

True, there were rumours of a 2014 Nexus, but nothing's official yet.

Do check out Dell venue though.

Cheers,
Rohan

[drmohitg]

Has anyone here used the galaxy note 10.1 2014 edition tablet? Which one would you recommend between this and the Ipad air? The specification sheet of the note tablet is really impressive. And the price for both in USA are almost the same with the note being 30$ cheaper.

[RonXRi94]

Originally Posted by drmohitg

Has anyone here used the galaxy note 10.1 2014 edition tablet? Which one would you recommend between this and the Ipad air? The specification sheet of the note tablet is really impressive. And the price for both in USA are almost the same with the note being 30$ cheaper.

The note and the iPad Air are both amazing pieces of hardware. But at the end of the day, it depends on which OS you would prefer.

If you prefer the closed ecosystem of iOS, go for the iPad. But if you'd like to exploit each and every feature that a device of that price range has to offer, go for the note with eyes closed. Plus Samsung's TouchWiz customization is really cool, and adds loads of convenience, not to mention the S-pen.

Cheers
Rohan