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Capt'n Corrupt | # 1401 | 2010-12-01, 22:46 | Report

Here's a great IRC client that would be fabulous on the Tab:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zBYcI7w-M2k&fmt=22

I haven't IRC'd in years! It still seems pretty cool, though. It uses the notification system to beep the phone if there is a private message. Good for friends that chat in a dedicated room without the need to hold a contact list or use specialized software.

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Capt'n Corrupt | # 1402 | 2010-12-01, 22:56 | Report

Looking for a cheap USB cable for the Tab? Look no further! The DuraGadget cable is good for what ails ya....

http://www.amazon.com/DURAGADGET-Cha...1054009&sr=8-7

$10 is better than $30 or whatever the official cable costs. Available on Christmas Eve (Dec 24th).

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Capt'n Corrupt | # 1403 | 2010-12-01, 23:09 | Report

Unlock your Galaxy Tab! Apparently its quite easy for the brave that don't mind rooting and fiddling with their /efs folder.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=843323

I've read reports in this thread of Bell Canada Tabs working with Rogers SIMS! This would be a great tool for traveling, or for carrier freedom in general.

But am I right in assuming that 3G speeds will only be possible with carriers that use the same frequencies? I know nothing of cellular networks.. or women...

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Capt'n Corrupt | # 1404 | 2010-12-01, 23:41 | Report

Tired of the stock Galaxy Tab font? Have no fear, flipfont is here!

Go from drabulous to fabulous with a simple APK download and install!
Hit the link for many, many prepackaged font options.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=748916

Have one of your own? Here are simple instructions for a custom installation:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=854589

Somebody even installed the Ubuntu font! Gear!

tournstone | # 1405 | 2010-12-01, 23:56 | Report

Originally Posted by Capt'n Corrupt View Post

Stability is a big deal for me as well. How do you find stability with the other browsers? I'd probably use Opera for the smoothness (even with the constant stutter), and have had no problems with it on my N810.

Thanks. Haven't tried any of other browsers yet on the Tab. After my experiences on the N900 i've been cautious to do that. I had high hopes for Mozilla on Maemo, but it never was as smooth as the built in browser. I did like Opera on the N900 (clean and quick with autorotation) and would bet I get a good experience on the Tab. But just haven't tried yet.

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Capt'n Corrupt | # 1406 | 2010-12-02, 00:02 | Report

Originally Posted by tournstone View Post

Thanks. Haven't tried any of other browsers yet on the Tab. After my experiences on the N900 i've been cautious to do that. I had high hopes for Mozilla on Maemo, but it never was as smooth as the built in browser. I did like Opera on the N900 (clean and quick with autorotation) and would bet I get a good experience on the Tab. But just haven't tried yet.

It's certainly worth a try. There's no flash support but it was easy to find in the market and the installation was smooth. It offers really smooth scrolling and a very good user experience. Many sites are still viewed as mobile sites which is a concern, but otherwise it is quite good.

I can't speak to the stability, though.

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tournstone | # 1407 | 2010-12-02, 00:06 | Report

Originally Posted by Capt'n Corrupt View Post

But am I right in assuming that 3G speeds will only be possible with carriers that use the same frequencies? I know nothing of cellular networks.. or women...

Correct, like women, 3G speeds only work if the device has the frequencies for the carrier. In the USA for instance. T-Mobile and AT&T may be able to use the same unlocked phones by moving your sim into an N900 for instance (USA variant). The N900 will work with T-mobile's 3G,but not AT&T's 3G. THe N900 with the AT&T sim will still get data, just not at 3G speeds. Not sure about the canadian carriers' frequencies ...or women either for that matter.

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Capt'n Corrupt | # 1408 | 2010-12-02, 00:31 | Report

Originally Posted by tournstone View Post

Correct, like women, 3G speeds only work if the device has the frequencies for the carrier. In the USA for instance. T-Mobile and AT&T may be able to use the same unlocked phones by moving your sim into an N900 for instance (USA variant). The N900 will work with T-mobile's 3G,but not AT&T's 3G. THe N900 with the AT&T sim will still get data, just not at 3G speeds. Not sure about the canadian carriers' frequencies ...or women either for that matter.

Ah, makes more sense now! ... the carriers anyway

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Capt'n Corrupt | # 1409 | 2010-12-02, 00:33 | Report

Here's a very neat trick for the Tab. Change the DPI for smaller text and an overall smaller UI.

http://www.pocketables.net/2010/11/h...alaxy-tab.html

The picture may not work, but the link certainly will!

EDIT: It should be worth mentioning that the Dell Streak has more on-screen despite the smaller screen size thanks to a lower DPI setting. If your eyesight is pretty good and/or you use glasses for near-sighted reading, this may be a good option.

I for one will certainly set the DPI as more on-screen is a desirable tradeoff. Having the UI text/icons at around the same size as a smartphone seems sensible, and a way to see more on-screen at once.

You have to love a resolution independent UI, eh?

Last edited by Capt'n Corrupt; 2010-12-02 at 09:57.

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Capt'n Corrupt | # 1410 | 2010-12-02, 09:45 | Report

It looks like Z4 mobile for the Galaxy Tab bridges the communication gap for the deaf! No more text only!

The video looks amusing, but I don't understand what's going on!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xj6C3v3mVbs