Posted October 31, 2013 This change to NFC seems interesting, shame Google Wallet isn't used in the UK. Anyway, KitKat info: http://m.androidauthority.com/android-4-4-kitkat-official-what-you-need-to-know-313100/ Nexus 5 info: http://m.androidauthority.com/nexus-5-specs-features-311608/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted November 5, 2013 So I bought a Bluetooth keyboard. It works. The only problem...it has a QWERTZ layout (Germany) but whenever I write texts my Nexus uses the QWERTY layout, which is quite annoying since I want/have to use üäö. Don't want to change the system language to German. I also have set the input language to "German QWERTZ". Doesn't work Help. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted November 5, 2013 Unfortunately, that's currently something overlooked for Android (it doesn't have the UK layout, either, but it's mostly the same as the USA). There's a fairly cheap app called External Keyboard Helper (with a demo available) which has lots of layouts. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted November 10, 2013 Hey @Cube (I think you got this setup in the past) I was thinking of getting my Dualshock working on my Nexus 7 but without root, since I don't really want to go down that path. I read you need an OTG cable along with the standard charging cable for the pad, but I really wanted to get it working wireless. I read here that you can pair the controller after connecting up your controller via wires if your system firmware is ice cream sandwhich or later. Have you managed to get it working wireless this way? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted November 10, 2013 I use a wired 360 pad. I tried using the Dualshock for something, but then I reset my 7 to stock. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted November 10, 2013 I've just read that there's apparently some issue with the second gen Nexus 7 on Android 4.3 and using OTG cables. Think I'll wait until KitKat and see if it's sorted. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted November 13, 2013 Going to give a shout out to this cheeky chappy Great specs sim free for £130! Sterling buy for those who don't need something as flashy as the Nexus 5. As a side note: people talking about last year's N7 performing poorly - I think turn out to be a Google Currents (Or Pulse?) issue, or something like that? There was some app that seemed to be causing issues with 2012 Nexus 7's which I removed and now the thing runs like a dream again. Would love this years version but I can't justify the upgrade - mine's still running seamlessly. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted November 13, 2013 Is the moto x out here? Nah. Don't think it's coming, sadly. Nice looking phone. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted November 13, 2013 I meant the UK. I don't know if you're referring to Ireland... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted November 15, 2013 I meant the UK. I don't know if you're referring to Ireland... I believe it's America only, so, an all encompassing no there. The phone I posted about above is the Moto G, to clear up any confusion. A moto x without the good bits, but I think the price is crazy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted November 18, 2013 Yeah it's a great price. Think my grandparents are going to pick it up for my cousin for Christmas. She wants an iPhone, and would be happy for a 4, but they're still going for twice the G second hand. It's ridiculous. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted November 19, 2013 I've recommended it for my mum to get my sister for Christmas. Seems like the ideal kind of phone. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted November 22, 2013 Anyone got the KitKat roll out on their nexus 4/nexus 7? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted November 22, 2013 I got it on my Nexus 4 last night. Nothing on my Nuxes 7 though. Battery dropped 40% overnight so hope that normalises. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted November 22, 2013 Anyone got the KitKat roll out on their nexus 4/nexus 7? Got on my new Nexus 7 but not Nexus 4 yet. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted November 22, 2013 Updated my apps for the first time in ages last night. When did Chrome change so you can't swipe between tabs anymore? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted November 25, 2013 Just installing KitKat on my Nexus 4 now Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted November 25, 2013 Got it on my nexus 7. No real big changes readily apparent. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted November 25, 2013 Updated my apps for the first time in ages last night. When did Chrome change so you can't swipe between tabs anymore? Hadn't even noticed! Just got 4.4 on my Nexus 7 2013 model, my old model got it a couple of days ago... New font takes a bit getting used to, but yeah. Not much changed. Favourite feature is the automatic phone number lookup but that only applies to phones. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted November 26, 2013 Is anyone else finding problems with KitKat? My Nexus 7 (2013 model) is now generally much slower... Chrome crashes a lot. There's a bug where when I change the volume, you don't see the volume indicator change live (but it's changed next time it comes up) Also the white icons look shit and the "OK Google" function doesn't work without setting your language to English US. The date format is also a mess on my homepage clock widget (no spaces sometimes). Exactly what use is Android 4.4 so far? Honestly, I'm getting pretty tired of Google and Android. I constantly find their websites are buggy, Android crashes, Chrome crashes.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted November 26, 2013 Might be worth doing a reset or something? Or speak to Jordan Not had any problems so far myself. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted November 26, 2013 I'm not happy with 4.4 either. One of the problems is the launcher I'm using, which uses the new transparency settings (which I don't want) and he has no intention of making it an option. Although I think I've found an alternative launcher. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Posted November 26, 2013 I found the grey status a bit odd but I like it. Not found any slowness with my 2013 Nexus 7. About the most dramatic thing I have noticed is the sound effect when you click things (aside from on screen keyboard). Not much then. :p Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
