Cyanogenmod 7.2.0
The latest from Cyanogenmod for G-tab stable mod is 7.2.0, smb_a1002. Requires some tinkering (older version of google maps and older flash is needed), but camera works wifi works and it's very easy on the battery.
Is the move-app-to-SDcard feature not there at all, or is it merely greyed out?
Any particular reason why you don't want your apps to be in their usual place--ie. in /data?
Smoother Bean 1/5/13 Contacts & Calendar Issue
I just installed the most recent Smoother Bean ROM and it seems to be working pretty well.
I noticed that it did not come with the Google Calendar as part of the ROM. When I installed it from the Play Store, it won't sync because the Account settings list only the Browser, Chrome, Gmail and Google Play Music as items that can be synced.
Also, the People (or Contacts) app doesn't sync to my Gmail Contacts either.
Is there a way to enable this or do I want to avoid having these apps on the Gtablet for some reason?
Any help would be appreciated!
---------- Post added at 10:10 PM ---------- Previous post was at 10:02 PM ----------
So far I've discovered the following apps don't function properly in Smoother Bean, based on a fresh install of the 1/5/13 ROM as instructed in the original post.
- Gas Buddy (starts to load and then says "Unfortunetly, GasBuddy has stopped.")
- Weather Bug Elite (actually caused a reboot of my tablet)
Anybody want to add to the list ... I'll update it here as I have time.
I just installed the most recent Smoother Bean ROM and it seems to be working pretty well.
I noticed that it did not come with the Google Calendar as part of the ROM. When I installed it from the Play Store, it won't sync because the Account settings list only the Browser, Chrome, Gmail and Google Play Music as items that can be synced.
Also, the People (or Contacts) app doesn't sync to my Gmail Contacts either.
Is there a way to enable this or do I want to avoid having these apps on the Gtablet for some reason?
Any help would be appreciated!
---------- Post added at 10:10 PM ---------- Previous post was at 10:02 PM ----------
So far I've discovered the following apps don't function properly in Smoother Bean, based on a fresh install of the 1/5/13 ROM as instructed in the original post.
- Gas Buddy (starts to load and then says "Unfortunetly, GasBuddy has stopped.")
- Weather Bug Elite (actually caused a reboot of my tablet)
Anybody want to add to the list ... I'll update it here as I have time.
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Ooops ... chalk this one up to not searching something out well enough. The 2nd post of the OP has a "SystemApps.zip" download that you install after the ROM is installed. I wish that the OP was edited for that to avoid the confusion, but in reality, this is my fault for not reading past the OP. Calendar and Contacts are now syncing and working.
SmoOther Bean laggy on first boot and after wakeup?
Installed SmoOther Bean a while back and performance is rather laggy when I first boot up and when I wake it up after putting it to sleep via the power button.
It wakes up normally, but the screen and input are rather slow to respond. I have tried the settings suggested in the Developers Options - set background processes to none, etc. and after a bit of use it seems to respond normally.
I've also wiped cache and Dalvik, but no change. Considering installing something else or reverting back to Vegan - any suggestions before I get that extreme?
Thanks!
Downloadbob
Installed SmoOther Bean a while back and performance is rather laggy when I first boot up and when I wake it up after putting it to sleep via the power button.
It wakes up normally, but the screen and input are rather slow to respond. I have tried the settings suggested in the Developers Options - set background processes to none, etc. and after a bit of use it seems to respond normally.
I've also wiped cache and Dalvik, but no change. Considering installing something else or reverting back to Vegan - any suggestions before I get that extreme?
Thanks!
Downloadbob
A bit better
Switched from Go Launcher EX to the default that came with the ROM (Apex I believe) and the lag is a bit reduced, but still looking for some other settings I could change to get rid of it.
Otherwise, I may heed others recommending switching to Blackbean ROM. Suggestions?
Downloadbob
Switched from Go Launcher EX to the default that came with the ROM (Apex I believe) and the lag is a bit reduced, but still looking for some other settings I could change to get rid of it.
Otherwise, I may heed others recommending switching to Blackbean ROM. Suggestions?
Downloadbob
sorry to necrothread, but i was wondering what the best/most lightweight rom was for this tab?
i have one with the malata doc that i'd like to turn into a smarthome interface (smartthings tiles, etc)
so it would just sit on the sofa table and act as an additional input device for the various smart home items/apps we'd have
i have one with the malata doc that i'd like to turn into a smarthome interface (smartthings tiles, etc)
so it would just sit on the sofa table and act as an additional input device for the various smart home items/apps we'd have
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38Here are some frequently asked questions about the G-Tablet. Where there are specific answers based on ROM, the ROM is listed prior to the answer.
How do I install Clockworkmod?
See Step 1 of THIS POST
OR watch THIS VIDEO
How do I boot into Clockworkmod?
With the device completely off (and not asleep/suspended), press the + volume button and the power button until the device turns on. If it is successfully booting into Clockworkmod, you will see a message at the top left of the screen saying booting recovery image.
How do I perform a wipe data/factory reset?
With Clockworkmod, select the third option in the menu "wipe data/factory reset" and press the Home key (second button down on the right side of the gTablet in landscape view). Then, confirm wipe by selecting "Yes - wipe data/factory reset" and press the Home key again.
How do I clear the cache?
With Clockworkmod, select the fourth option in the menu "wipe cache partition" and press the Home key (second button down on the right side of the gTablet in landscape view). Then, confirm wipe by selecting "Yes - Wipe Cache" and press the Home key again.
How do I install VEGAn-TAB/TnT Lite/Cyanogenmod?
See the very first post of THIS THREAD
Where can I find the different ROMs for the G-Tablet?
1) Stock by Viewsonic
2) Stock + Performance Pack by rothnic
3) Tnt Lite 4.1 by Roebeet
4) VEGAn-TAB beta 5.1 by gojimi, Roebeet and Rothic
5) Zpad Clean 3.0 by rothnic
6) CyanogenMod 6.1 Beta4 by bekriebel
7) CyanogenMod 7.0 RC0 beta3 by bittrix
8) Tnt G-Harmony-Gingerbread Elements by tjohnsonjr
9) Plus the great kernel enhancement by clemsyn.
Keyboard and Mouse Support
VEGAn-TAB: Yes; supports an external keyboard and mouse, but it is picky. I have tested three keyboards; only one worked (MS Natural Keyboard). The MS Arc and an old Compaq keyboard did not. All mouses tested worked fine (both wireless and wired).
TnT-Lite: In testing; will update when testing complete.
Cyanogenmod 6.1b4: Yes; According to iammuze, keyboard and mouse both work.
Wallpaper blurry
Some have pointed to applications that can possibly fix this (Wallpaper Set & Save, MultiPicture Live Wallpaper) but I have had limited success with both of these. A bit of experimenting with different wallpapers will yield a satisfactory wallpaper image until this is cleared up at a later time.
Screen resolution in landscape (horizontal) mode
1024 x 600. Remember that if you're making wallpaper, when using the G-Tab in portrait mode (vertically) will make the wallpaper shrink and there will be black bars on top and below the image. Best image size: 1024 x 1024.
How do I get a fully working Marketplace?
See Step 3 of THIS POST
Is there a difference between the marketplace that comes with most G-Tablet ROM builds or the new "improved" market?
The only difference is the appearance. In functionality, it is the same. The market hack is still required for the new improved marketplace (and reports are that it often takes more tries to make work than the standard market).
Problems with acore FC's
The problem is a corrupt contacts sqlite database. As the referenced post says, you'll be able to tell if thats the problem when there is a .db-journal file in the folder. The folder is /data/data/com.android.providers.contacts/databases/ *Note* this is not the data folder in sdcard, but the data folder in root (/).
Just delete the databases folder in /data/data/com.android.providers.contacts and restart. The contacts database will be rebuilt and re-synced.
Also, see THIS THREAD/FAQ
Why do I keep seeing repartitioning as a solution to install problems?
Because Viewsonic didn't partition the G-Tablets in a way that Android likes to live on. By repartitioning, Android feels happier and many issues/problems are resolved.
What is the recommended repartition ratio?
2GB/0MB is STRONGLY recommended for TnT Lite 3.00+
2GB/256MB is considered the default setup
4GB/256MB is used by many people, but see the aforementioned caveat regarding TnT Lite.
Why won't one of the devs answer my question/post?
Because they:
1. Have day jobs.
2. Are busy coding and fixing the next release of VEGAn-TAB.
3. Have seen your question 23 times already in this thread: the search function is your friend.
4. Are not being paid to read forums and go through 100's of posts, many of which ask the same question (although they do this out of the kindness of their hearts thankfully!!!).
Who are the devs working on the G-Tablet
VEGAn-TAB: Gojimi, Rothnic, and Roebeet
TnT-Lite: Roebeet
Cyanogenmod 6.1b4: bekriebel
I can't get X to work on my G-Tab. Can you fix it? (where x = desired ROM)
Maybe. Maybe not. Currently, VEGAn-TAB is in Beta which means that it's still in testing. While it may be stable and usable for most people, it doesn't mean that it will be completely stable for you. If you have problems, post them and be happy knowing that you're helping the community at-large. Some problems may not be reproducible, however. In that case, it may be a matter of a corrupt install, conflict with previous install, cache or data issue, etc.
Do the dev's accept donations for their work?
Some do; others don't. If you see a donate button on their profile, feel free. If not, they don't accept them.
How to get the stock VEGAn-TAB wallpaper without the letters?
See attached image in 1024 x 1024.6Great FAQ!
"Why won't one of the devs answer my question/post?" is so true. I scan this forum daily, but there is no way to keep up with all the questions that pop up (especially once it's back more than 2 pages). If you really need me, PM me - at least I'll eventually see the question. But, keep in mind that I get more PM's than you might realize, so it could take me some time to respond.4More Advanced Questions.
Can the startup "Viewsonic Birds" or "gTablet" screens be changed?
Yes they can. Follow the instructions in THIS POST.3Can someone update the FAQ of this thread? there are several more new ROMs now..
As far as I know, here are the valid ROMs for gtablet
1) Stock by Viewsonic
2) Stock + Performance Pack by rothnic
3) Tnt Lite 4.1 by Roebeet
4) Vegan beta 5.1 by gojimi, Roebeet and Rothic
5) Zpad Clean 3.0 by rothnic
6) CyanogenMod 6.1 Beta4 by bekriebel
7) CyanogenMod 7.0 RC0 beta3 by bittrix
8) Tnt G-Harmony-Gingerbread Elements by tjohnsonjr
9) Plus the great kernel enhancement by clemsyn.
I am actively following the forum and still have a hard time to keep up all the new ROMs + enhancement.
