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Default [Q] Wiimote Controller on Tab?

Please forgive my ignorance, I'm completely new to the Android world. Has anyone been able to root a tab to allow Wii controller access?

Searched multiple forums but could not find a definitive answer.

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I've rooted mine, and actually thought about trying the wiimote app again. (I used it on my Nexus 1)

I'll give it a shot...
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It doesn't work. I'm guessing for the same reason the Galaxy S phones won't work with it either, the bluetooth isn't compatible.
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I confirm also that it doesn't work. I've tried 2 different wii controller apps. And my galaxy is rooted. It just won't sync.
 
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Yeah I tried em both also. I'm sure the BT hardware is the same on the Tab and the SGS phones, and they don't work either. I was very disapointed when I couldn't use this after switching from my N1 to my Captivate.
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10-4 thanks for giving it a shot.
 
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One of the developers of one of the apps says it's to do with TouchWiz. Sounds more likely to be a software issue than a hardware blutooth issue, which means it could be fixed or hacked Hope!
 
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similar issues on my T-Mobile tablet; I tried to connect a Wii controller to my tab and the wiimote app keeps telling me to enable bluetooth.
 
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i can confirm it works well on archos 101 but not on tmo gtab
 
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im hoping they patch this im looking forward to using it for gaming


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