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[Q] Android Image Editing App for G-Tablet?

One of the big things I REALLY need to be able to convert to using Android and my G-Tablet as a complete replacement on the road is an Image Editor that supports layers (filters as well would also be nice). I know there are a couple out there for the Chrome Web OS, so I would assume there has to be something at least as good for the Android? Or is there a way to run Chrome Apps under Android (or in one of the Android browsers)?
TIA!

I know that there's a Photoshop Express for Android but I'm not sure if it supports layers.
However, the Canvas App (in this thread) from the Adam port does support layers. I haven't had much time to play around with it so I'm not sure how 'robust' an app it is but you might want to check it out.

Photoshop Express for Android unfortunately doesn't have layers. Maybe in the future
Thanks for the Canvas link. Going to give that, and a web-based offering called Splashup a try tonight.

autosketch supports layers

roguey said:
autosketch supports layers
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I don't see such an app listed in the market. Is it a web site?

https://market.android.com/details?id=com.sketchbook
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.sketchbookexpress

roguey said:
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.sketchbook
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.sketchbookexpress
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Market claims that while my Nexus One is compatible, that the G-tab isn't. Have you been able to run it on the G-tab?

If its the sketchbook mobile app it does work however u can't be running began or tnt. Needs to be zpad or CM
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Have you tried Picsay Pro? It's a paid app but well worth it. Does layers.

I'm finding that many of these apps do "layers", but they don't do what "I" need from layers. For the sorts of things I do, I copy part of another picture, and then "Paste as New Layer". Both Canvas and PicSay support layers, but only for doing artwork in the program on the layer, which isn't a "true" layer where you could use a layer to try and add a color correction, and then an effect, and blow one or the other of those away by just dropping the layer.
Haven't been able to get to an APK for the Autodesk product. Evidently the "Market Fix" for Vegan, et al doesn't fix the entire market (I also can't seem to find Jet Car Stunts, but that's another thread).
The online editors are Flash based, but usually once you start to get into any heavy lifting they crash. I am going to take a look at Aviary since I think they have an HTML 5 based version.
FWIW...

thorpe24 said:
If its the sketchbook mobile app it does work however u can't be running began or tnt. Needs to be zpad or CM
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Autodesk SketchBook Mobile works fine on my tablet -- and I'm running Vegan 5.1
Not sure where you got that information...

TeutonicWolf said:
Autodesk SketchBook Mobile works fine on my tablet -- and I'm running Vegan 5.1
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SO, were you able to convince the market to let you install it, or did you have to sideload somehow, or... ?

EwanG said:
SO, were you able to convince the market to let you install it, or did you have to sideload somehow, or... ?
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Downloaded from the Market -- nothing special done...
Of course, who isn't sporting a custom build.prop and fingerprint ID on this board?
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I can rip off the APK and post it if it is required -- though I thought this thread was just seeking recommendations...
I just wanted to post that the app does work fine -- even on Vegan...

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Downloaded from the Market -- nothing special done...
Of course, who isn't sporting a custom build.prop and fingerprint ID on this board?
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Pointers to the thread that worked for you would be appreciated. I've tried the normal with stopping the market, clearing the cache, stopping the framework, rebooting - and while that shows more of the market, it doesn't show all of it.
Yes, I am looking for recommendations, but it's hard to say if a recommendation will actually work without trying it. I am not trying to avoid paying for anything, but I can't pay for it if the market won't let me DL it

Seriously, if someone can help me setup my market so I can see it, I will be more than happy to pay for the product.
In fact, I'm kind of surprised that more application providers don't offer an option to order and DL direct for just such circumstances. Does Autodesk really care if Google gets their cut?

TeutonicWolf said:
Autodesk SketchBook Mobile works fine on my tablet -- and I'm running Vegan 5.1
Not sure where you got that information...
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Works like a dream on latest Vegan rom, especially if you invest in a good stylus.
Search for the .apk with the browser. I think I found mine at appbrain or something like that.

Mantara said:
Search for the .apk with the browser. I think I found mine at appbrain or something like that.
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Appbrain just takes me back to the market, so no help there...

OK, bought Root Explorer, and updated my Build.Prop. Took 24 hours, but the market finally recognized my Viewsonic as compatible with the Autodesk app, and I FINALLY was able to buy and install. The controls aren't the most intuitive, but it does exactly what I needed it to. Thanks!

What build prop are you on? mine doesn't recognise...can someone pls rip the apk?

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What build prop are you on? mine doesn't recognise...can someone pls rip the apk?
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I used the build.prop documented around page 133 of the VEGAN-TAB thread.
You'd want to get it through the store so you can get upgrades anyway

Most imp tablet specific app needed?

Hi guys,
I really want to love the Xoom, I like android a lot and the hardware is too good (at least at this point)
But I not in place where I can drop my iPad for good. The reasons are pure app specific, if I get these decent on Xoom... it's bye bye iPad.
So this is a quasi-'need help' thread. to double check if I'm not missing anything
1. Magazine app - Something like Zinio, I depend too much on it and couldn't find even an ETA on when Zinio will be available for Android
~ Solved. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=11939617&postcount=5
2. Comics reader - I know we have the Comics app but I need a cbr/cbz reader. I tired AVC but doesn't seam to work on Honeycomb
~ Solved. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=11939617&postcount=6
3. A UI-nice IM app. I love the Gtalk app but need facebook and skype IM app
4. Netflix app.
5. Tablet specific twitter, facebook, foursquare apps. I know iPad doesn't have FB or FS apps but this would be nice
6. Now the big big deal... I consider all these tablets as a 'consumption' devices, and the biggest thing I 'consume' is movies and tv shows...
The best thing about iPad is, I just launch iTunes app then rent a movie, wait for sometime and then enjoy the movie...
Is there a way I can get this experience on a Xoom? I know that right now most of the HD formats play on tegra but is there any hope to get this?
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Disclaimer: Please don't pounce on this post and call me a iFreak. I'm not trying to diss the Xoom or Android. I did search and try apps to see if I could get all this... but couldn't find a way. So before I make a decision I just wanted some opinions.
thanks

Don't forget the completely absent Google Docs app! Someone please tell me its in the works....

If you download Spare parts and unselect Compatibility mode AVC works great. i have been using it for days now with no FC.

zinio
Zinio works great. I use it on my Xoom and Galaxy Tab.

cellfreak said:
Zinio works great. I use it on my Xoom and Galaxy Tab.
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I'm not able to find it in the market. Do you have the apk? thanks a million
[Edit] Ok got the apk, wow one down now I'm working on the comics reader.
Here is the link to the apks
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=9881901
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Have you tried jj comic viewer for comics? i cant confirm it works on 3.0 but it is the best ive found pre HC

A Market app that works...
Searches properly so you can find those Apps you want that may exist but you would never know.
Recognizes applications that have updates properly.
Doesn't randomly open other app's.
Actually installs Apps the first time you ask for them.
And why Google is at it, Tablet Section - more direct support on the Web Market while the programmer who is assigned to the tablet market app figures out how to code - bug fix.
(yes I am frustrated with the market today)

svghost said:
Don't forget the completely absent Google Docs app! Someone please tell me its in the works....
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http://sites.google.com/site/gdocsforandroid/

I don't remember if manga watcher loads cbz and crz files but in general it is really good app. It was recently updated to load local files from sd so it might be worth checking out. I know the dev does alot of work and updates it frequently. You might even write him and ask if he plans to add support for these files if they aren't already supported. I bought the full app and have been happy with it ever since.
All I have to say is Samurai Executioner.
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I just received this email regarding my beloved Zinio app:
Hello
Thank you for contacting Zinio Customer Support.
We are putting the finishing touches on our Android general market product. It is coming soon. We will keep everyone posted as we get closer to a confirmed date
Kind regards,
Pablo Manrique
Zinio Customer Support
1-888-946-4666

familiarstranger said:
Have you tried jj comic viewer for comics? i cant confirm it works on 3.0 but it is the best ive found pre HC
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This works perfectly (not perfect but will do). I like it that it auto opens the next comic.
Just finished reading Superman:Next Krypton
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eyan15 said:
I'm not able to find it in the market. Do you have the apk? thanks a million
[Edit] Ok got the apk, wow one down now I'm working on the comics reader.
Here is the link to the apks
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=9881901
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I installed all 3 apks on my Xoom and the Zinio does not launch for me when selected.

ogar1978 said:
If you download Spare parts and unselect Compatibility mode AVC works great. i have been using it for days now with no FC.
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I have been doing the same without issue. Much better experience than my old e-reader with 800x600!

I tried Zanio on my Xoom and it just FC on startup.
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How to rate and comment on apps from within there honeycomb market?

can't figure this out, Iam quite annoyed. If you can do it on a phone you should be able to do it on a tablet.
If I go to the web based market I can do it, but to hell with that, why should I need to? What an inconvenience.
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IndivisibleP said:
can't figure this out, Iam quite annoyed. If you can do it on a phone you should be able to do it on a tablet.
If I go to the web based market I can do it, but to hell with that, why should I need to? What an inconvenience.
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As of right now you can't.

I've noticed this too. There was one app that I was lookoing at once and it actually had little tabs at the top for comments, ratings and ect. Its weird it isn't for all of them.
My Xoom Sent This

I was trying to figure this out as well, its rediculous that you can't submit ratings on the tablet market app!
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My first pet peeve. What can I say, even Google is not immune to hiring morons.
But I suspect it is because they don't want a bunch of negative reviews on apps that are not designed for the tablet yet. However, it should still be available for the tablet features apps.
BTW, it's so annoying that the Facebook widget doesn't work on Honeycomb and neither does Pandora. Jeez.

Yeah the devs are seriously slacking at Facebook

Trillian has a ton of annoyances I'd love to comment on yet can't, so yeah it's pretty annoying.

dextroz said:
My first pet peeve. What can I say, even Google is not immune to hiring morons.
But I suspect it is because they don't want a bunch of negative reviews on apps that are not designed for the tablet yet. However, it should still be available for the tablet features apps.
BTW, it's so annoying that the Facebook widget doesn't work on Honeycomb and neither does Pandora. Jeez.
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Let's see you be smart enough to get employed by google then

If you use the web market, you can leave comments. That's what I have been doing.

No comments?
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But I suspect it is because they don't want a bunch of negative reviews on apps that are not designed for the tablet yet. However, it should still be available for the tablet features apps.
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WOW! This is the most constructive comment i've read on the internet about this issue so far...thanks!

Since honeycomb ecosystem is not yet evolved, they make it harder for zoom users to post bad comments and bad ratings. They did it on purpose. They were smart to do this in a sence. But it makes me hate their guts a bit.

dextroz said:
But I suspect it is because they don't want a bunch of negative reviews on apps that are not designed for the tablet yet. However, it should still be available for the tablet features apps.
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this is exactly the reason why. i suspect it will soon once they have a way of marking apps which are honeycomb optimized - and then you can comment on those apps
edit: if it bugs you log on to the market from a pc and you can post reviews there

badgerbun said:
WOW! This is the most constructive comment i've read on the internet about this issue so far...thanks!
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The answer may be but this ways developers are not pushed to think about Honeycomb support...

199724 said:
The answer may be but this ways developers are not pushed to think about Honeycomb support...
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I wouldn't say that... If developers want to go with the times, they can't simply ignore honeycomb. I'm sure they are thinking about it alright. I agree it's annoying... but just give it some time.

fyi... Load a phone account gmail that u have with a facebook app with... Then goto market and download your market apps from that phone acct... I have a working facebook widget on mine..

I use web browser, login to android market (from xoom), rate, leave comments... then i open market and i can leave, rate apps without browser!

Who else prefers the stock browser to Chrome?

I actually started using the stock Samsung browser after I heard a reviewer include it in their video review under the software review section.
I actually strongly prefer it to chrome. The back/forward and bookmark buttons on the bottom that auto hide for full screen browsing are clutch. Also, the quick dial page, which at first glance seems to be redundant considering there is a bookmarks tab, but it actually is a super fast way to go through a bunch of frequently visited sites very quickly.
I also prefer how it brings up click able lists on the bottom of the screen rather than in a pop-up in the middle of the screen.
I haven't used a stock browser since safari on my old iPhone. Discuss.
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No thanks. That thing is ugly and pain to navigate. Not to mention, good luck getting updates for security/bug fixes in a timely fashion, as is the case for any stock browser. Chrome keeps everything synced and easily accessible between devices, so it's much more useful for me. To each their own, though

karmuh said:
No thanks. That thing is ugly and pain to navigate. Not to mention, good luck getting updates for security/bug fixes in a timely fashion, as is the case for any stock browser. Chrome keeps everything synced and easily accessible between devices, so it's much more useful for me. To each their own, though
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You think the stock browser is too insecure?
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acPIZZA said:
I actually started using the stock Samsung browser after I heard a reviewer include it in their video review under the software review section.
I actually strongly prefer it to chrome. The back/forward and bookmark buttons on the bottom that auto hide for full screen browsing are clutch. Also, the quick dial page, which at first glance seems to be redundant considering there is a bookmarks tab, but it actually is a super fast way to go through a bunch of frequently visited sites very quickly.
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Yes. I've traditionally used Chrome, but have started using the stock browser lately. I do like the way Chrome syncs bookmarks, but the stock browser so much easier to navigate. I just wish there was a way to get ride of the built-in bookmarks.

GeorgeP said:
Yes. I've traditionally used Chrome, but have started using the stock browser lately. I do like the way Chrome syncs bookmarks, but the stock browser so much easier to navigate. I just wish there was a way to get ride of the built-in bookmarks.
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Just create a new folder and work off that. You'll never see the pre installed bookmarks
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acPIZZA said:
Just create a new folder and work off that. You'll never see the pre installed bookmarks
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Ahhhh...sweet!

I'm really starting to hate chrome, both the Android and desktop version. Desktop I use Firefox mainly, and I find myself using dolphin on my phone more and more.
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You think the stock browser is too insecure?
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I wouldn't know personally, but I'm sure it is. Third party browsers get regular updates for security vulnerabilities and bug fixes, while stock browsers have traditionally taken much, much longer to get updates rolled out. That and the fact that Chrome makes everything so much easier is why I'll never use a stock browser again.

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I wouldn't know personally, but I'm sure it is. Third party browsers get regular updates for security vulnerabilities and bug fixes, while stock browsers have traditionally taken much, much longer to get updates rolled out. That and the fact that Chrome makes everything so much easier is why I'll never use a stock browser again.
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I wish they would make accessing bookmarks one less click in the top right of the screen.
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acPIZZA said:
I actually started using the stock Samsung browser after I heard a reviewer include it in their video review under the software review section.
I actually strongly prefer it to chrome. The back/forward and bookmark buttons on the bottom that auto hide for full screen browsing are clutch. Also, the quick dial page, which at first glance seems to be redundant considering there is a bookmarks tab, but it actually is a super fast way to go through a bunch of frequently visited sites very quickly.
I also prefer how it brings up click able lists on the bottom of the screen rather than in a pop-up in the middle of the screen.
I haven't used a stock browser since safari on my old iPhone. Discuss.
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I like the s5 browser better then chrome as well. But I don't use chrome on my mac either, I use Fire Fox. Chrome just can't do all the things I want it to do. Like online Odin! Fire fox works great. On a side note, Safari won't do online Odin either.

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Just create a new folder and work off that. You'll never see the pre installed bookmarks

I'll stick with Dolphin. It's usually one of the first apps I download when I get a new phone/flash a new ROM. I personally find it so much easier to use than any other mobile browser especially the stock Samsung browser. I hadn't even tried Chrome til I just read this thread and when I opened it there was 2 boxes at the top of the screen that were twitching.
Too each his own though.
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I also use the stock browser i like it better than chrome.... I even deleted chrome from my apps.
Works fine for me!
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Im using firefox with adblocker installed. Works great. No ads. When im using the stock internet app, there's alot of ads. How do I get rid these ads?? I see tons of at&t ads.
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Yeah !! i really love the stock browser on my s5 it reminds me of my iPhone 5s Safari, easy to use and has everything you want. but occasionally i use my chrome

I have typically always used the stock browsers, I am not a fan of chrome. I use FF now.
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You think the stock browser is too insecure?

The stock browser is very well thought out and polished, not not to mention snappy. I'd choose Firefox as my 3rd party browser over the Google Chrome botnet any day.

I typically use chrome primarily because I can sync between my devices, but this conversation is making me take a second look at the stock browser. I'll play around with it today.

Browser choices

I've been using Chrome on lollipop. Any thoughts on it or suggest any other browser?

Naked Browser Pro. Try the free version first.

Right now I'm testing out Atlas browser and CM Browser. I like CM cause its real fast and on this big phone its tough to reach the top for tabs. CM has them at the bottom. Atlas is also fast but free version only allows 4 tabs. Good enough for testing. It is also very quick. It has ad blocking but sometimes is slow to load them.

I've been trying out some new ones cause Dolphin Browser started to crash a lot. Right now I'm giving Opera a run
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Literally just switched to Opera seems to be miles better than Chrome right now...

I was using Chrome but a few sites wouldn't stick to the desktop setting even though it was checked. Went back to Dolphin and at first it was crashing a lot on a Lollipop ROM but not so much now. I tried other browsers but always go back to Dolphin.

Dolphin has had its share of issues:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1319529
http://www.cnet.com/news/dolphin-hd-browser-snared-in-security-breach/
http://www.techrepublic.com/article/random-dolphin-browser-for-android-hijacking/

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Dolphin has had its share of issues:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1319529
http://www.cnet.com/news/dolphin-hd-browser-snared-in-security-breach/
http://www.techrepublic.com/article/random-dolphin-browser-for-android-hijacking/
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WHOA
I use CM browser as my go to these days.

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WHOA
I use CM browser as my go to these days.
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This?

LaidBackTech said:
This?
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Yes. I use that as well
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LaidBackTech said:
Dolphin has had its share of issues:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1319529
http://www.cnet.com/news/dolphin-hd-browser-snared-in-security-breach/
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Been using Dolphin for probably the last 3 or 4 years so I'm just use to it and can deal with a few crashes here and there. I don't think I had issue with stock but do on Lollipop. Other apps are also having issues.

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Been using Dolphin for probably the last 3 or 4 years so I'm just use to it and can deal with a few crashes here and there. I don't think I had issue with stock but do on Lollipop. Other apps are also having issues.
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Something tells me you didn't read those articles.

LaidBackTech said:
Something tells me you didn't read those articles.
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No Sur. LoL. Did you read my post? Hehe. I stopped reading CNET years ago.

sweets55 said:
Been using Dolphin for probably the last 3 or 4 years so I'm just use to it and can deal with a few crashes here and there. I don't think I had issue with stock but do on Lollipop. Other apps are also having issues.
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No Sur. LoL. Did you read my post? Hehe. I stopped reading CNET years ago.
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I read that 1) you've been using Dolphin for years, 2) you're used to 'it' (not sure what you were referring to - crashes?) and that you can deal with crashes and 3) other apps are also 'having issues', as opposed to 'having the same issues', if you were referring to privacy concerns and/or security breaches.
But hey, as long as you are aware that there are shady browsers out there and that, in the end, everyone will want everyone else's data. That's why I'm running @M66B's Xprivacy - it gives me the greatest peace of mind Android can offer at this point.

LaidBackTech said:
I read that 1) you've been using Dolphin for years, 2) you're used to 'it' (not sure what you were referring to - crashes?) and that you can deal with crashes and 3) other apps are also 'having issues', as opposed to 'having the same issues', if you were referring to privacy concerns and/or security breaches.
But hey, as long as you are aware that there are shady browsers out there and that, in the end, everyone will want everyone else's data. That's why I'm running @M66B's Xprivacy - it gives me the greatest peace of mind Android can offer at this point.
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What data are you worried about just asking. I don't do any online banking on my phone. Check my health stuff but I wouldn't think anyone want that info. I'll keep it mind. Thanks

sweets55 said:
What data are you worried about just asking. I don't do any online banking on my phone. Check my health stuff but I wouldn't think anyone want that info. I'll keep it mind. Thanks
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Your location, which - with advancements in technology - can pin point your coordinates down to several feet - I don't particularly want that data to be stored on FB's or any other server. Your cookies - these can be spoofed and later used by others as if you were on that webpage. Your passwords - if there is any sort of DNS redirection used by a browser, the risk of your passwords getting into wrong hands is substantial. That's why I don't use Opera. You don't have to be banking to be using passwords.

LaidBackTech said:
Your location, which - with advancements in technology - can pin point your coordinates down to several feet - I don't particularly want that data to be stored on FB's or any other server. Your cookies - these can be spoofed and later used by others as if you were on that webpage. Your passwords - if there is any sort of DNS redirection used by a browser, the risk of your passwords getting into wrong hands is substantial. That's why I don't use Opera. You don't have to be banking to be using passwords.
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Chromes Ok though right? Google would never use any of my information for anything that would benefit them. I read that on the internet

Bubba Fett said:
Google would never use any of my information for anything that would benefit them. I read that on the internet
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In Google We Trust.

LaidBackTech said:
In Google We Trust.
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Lol. In all seriousness though(sorry OP for the subject change), since you knowledgeable on the topic, what search engine are you using if you don't mind me asking.

Bubba Fett said:
what search engine are you using if you don't mind me asking.
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Google, but I'm never signed in.