On 03/11/2012 06:00 PM, Denis Heidtmann wrote: > On Sun, Mar 11, 2012 at 11:55 AM, Richard England > <[email protected]> wrote: >> On 03/10/2012 09:03 PM, Denis Heidtmann wrote: >>> I have been getting very frustrated trying to survey the model choices >>> of netbooks. Asus has a comparison chart but it lacks the 1200 >>> series. If I try to do comparisons using their (very limiting) "pick >>> 5", the resulting chart often has lots of missing data, and some >>> models cannot be entered. Further, their cryptic model names/numbers >>> provide no clues. I am sure that all this is on purpose, but I am not >>> sure what that purpose is. >>> <end rant> >>> >>> I am looking for long battery life, no heavy processing demands. >>> Have not decided between 10 " and 12". I solicit opinions on typing >>> on the 10" vs the 12". I have a low-end 9" that is just terrible to >>> type on. Can you knowledgeable folks help me narrow the choices? >>> >>> Thanks, >>> >>> -Denis >>> _______________________________________________ >>> PLUG mailing list >>> [email protected] >>> http://lists.pdxlinux.org/mailman/listinfo/plug >> If you are looking at Netbooks, have you considered an ASUS Transformer >> Prime? Has a WiFi radio on board a very good display and has a keyboard >> accessory that makes it turn into a "netbook" look alike. Add a >> Wireless USB device... >> >> Just a thought. >> >> ~~R > I appreciate the suggestion, but I do not need a super camera, super > video, etc. And a review dated 1/3/12 stated: > "XDA forum members collectively erupted in rage yesterday after it was > discoverd Asus locked down the Prime’s bootloader. Apparently 128 bit > encryption is employed to keep owners from accessing key components > and flashing new roms and kernels onto the tablet. The Prime is > effectively grounded. This move prevents owners from unlocking the > full potential of the tablet. Owners are at the complete mercy of Asus > for system updates and improvements (like the current GPS and WiFi > bugs). So much for Android being “open”." > > Not a good thing from a Linux user's perspective. > > -Denis > _______________________________________________ > PLUG mailing list > [email protected] > http://lists.pdxlinux.org/mailman/listinfo/plug
I believe this is old news. See below. But if the device doesn't suit your needs then there is no point in pursuing it. "It’s finally time, Eee Pad Transformer Prime owners: Asus has graced you with its promised bootloader unlock tool. If you don’t want to waste precious seconds reading, click this here link <http://support.asus.com/Download.aspx?SLanguage=en&m=Eee+Pad+Transformer+Prime+TF201&p=20&s=16> to get to the download page. Select “Android” in the OS pull-down menu, then click “Utilities”, then click the download link under “Unlock Device App: Unlock boot loader”. The bootloader unlock tool will only work if you’ve updated your Transformer Prime to the official Ice Cream Sandwich ROM, and like all bootloader unlocks, it will wipe your personal information completely." Link is to: http://androidcommunity.com/asus-releases-transformer-prime-bootloader-unlock-tool-20120222/ Select Android and look under "utilities " http://support.asus.com/Download.aspx?SLanguage=en&m=Eee+Pad+Transformer+Prime+TF201&p=20&s=16 _______________________________________________ PLUG mailing list [email protected] http://lists.pdxlinux.org/mailman/listinfo/plug
