Hi all, I just wanted to update on my internet connection problem and I have 1 more question. We have a 20mg connection in our house and when we do the speed test that is in settings on the home page we only have a 2mg connection but if we use the browser and do a speed test on the internet we have a connection that is almost 20mg so my question, is the one on the browser the right one and it's my imagination that I have a problem? If anyone could answer this it would be great before I send this back for no reason possbily. Thanks again
speed problem update
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I'm starting to wonder the same about the app, as I've noticed a discrepancy between browser and app results. I've only got a ~6.4Mbit connection at home, so it isn't always to notice the difference on busy days (internet wise).
If other people have the time, could you try testing the Speedtest.Net application, and then visit http://Speedtest.Net , run the test and check if there is much difference?
If other people have the time, could you try testing the Speedtest.Net application, and then visit http://Speedtest.Net , run the test and check if there is much difference?
@Graham Can you try running the app again, then visiting http://speedtest.net/ in the Android browser please?
Couldn't run speedtest.net because it needs Adobe flash and said x7 not compatible. Ran app twice and both times gave 1.0 MB/S then ran in Google www.broadbandspeedchecker.co.uk which gave 10.47 MB/S download and 3.31 MB/S upload done in Google from droidbox x7.
Hope this helps a bit but I think it shows that the settings app is misleading at best.
Hope this helps a bit but I think it shows that the settings app is misleading at best.
Thanks for that. I use the Dolphin Browser ( Internet Browsers - Chrome, Dolphin, Firefox and Opera ) , I should have checked if it worked in the default Android one.
I'll have a look around for a different app that supplies reliable information.
I'll have a look around for a different app that supplies reliable information.
I think you have better things to put skills to ( let people Google it ) . Just one thing I wanted to ask but not worth starting a thread if you don't mind is on the home android screen, top left box with apps in I can add apps using the +app button but how do I remove them. Another pointless problem, no wonder your silentlyscreaming.
Click the add button!
Seriously, "Add" is a slightly counter-intuitive label for this activity, I appreciate, I suppose "configure shortcuts" didn't fit there...
Once you've clicked the add button, scroll to the application that you no longer want to have as a shortcut, and then click it, so the tick is removed. Press the go back button, and on my device at least, that shortcut has now been removed.
Not a pointless problem btw, it would have annoyed me as well!
SilentlyScreaming was chosen during a slightly pretentious phase at university, angst-ridden teenagers being what they are
Back in the early days of www , before hardcore BBS-only netizens deigned us with their conversion, available (as in not chosen by someone already) online nicks were still abundant. I've another nick use when SilentlyScreaming is too long to be accepted, but I borrowed that from a friend.
Seriously, "Add" is a slightly counter-intuitive label for this activity, I appreciate, I suppose "configure shortcuts" didn't fit there...
Once you've clicked the add button, scroll to the application that you no longer want to have as a shortcut, and then click it, so the tick is removed. Press the go back button, and on my device at least, that shortcut has now been removed.
Not a pointless problem btw, it would have annoyed me as well!
SilentlyScreaming was chosen during a slightly pretentious phase at university, angst-ridden teenagers being what they are
Back in the early days of www , before hardcore BBS-only netizens deigned us with their conversion, available (as in not chosen by someone already) online nicks were still abundant. I've another nick use when SilentlyScreaming is too long to be accepted, but I borrowed that from a friend.
Don't forget about the possibility of 3rd party launchers. You may find them useful if you're allowing others to use your device. I personally tend to use the "Go" series of launchers with my devices. You can see the EX version here - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.gau.go.launcherex&hl=en_GB You can modify some launchers an awful lot.
I've not yet tried looking into locking down the OS for guest users on these devices. Another topic for research
I've not yet tried looking into locking down the OS for guest users on these devices. Another topic for research
Like the idea of 3rd party launcher but go series seems more for touch screen so I think I will check some out to see if there is a simple one as some guests are on Apple and don't even know how to use android. The lack of sky in Spain now is making these boxes a must for uk tv in Spain or pay monthly for boxes. Thanks for your input on this.
The Go Lancher EX and Go Launcher HD (I may not have the names spot on) differ slightly. One of them doesn't respond to cursor keys on the remote control, so is definitely more useful on touch screen devices. It also depends on whether you have an Air Mouse style remote control.
Others often recommend the Nova and Apex launchers, but I've not played with them yet.
Hmm, just came across a few mentions of Zeam, with the main selling (free thought) point being is its stripped down approach and corresponding speed.
If you're having Mac users new to Android, it might be worth considering using a cheap (or unused in a cupboard ) USB mouse and possibly keyboard. If aesthetics are important in your rooms, then it comes down to whether they can be easily hidden and bought out to use.
My main controller for my X7 used to be my trusty Logitech cordless trackball (close to 10 years service before it finally went to silicon heaven this summer )-; . I still have a USB mouse, keyboard, VIP remote control and occasionally an xBox 360 controller adapter in use.
Others often recommend the Nova and Apex launchers, but I've not played with them yet.
Hmm, just came across a few mentions of Zeam, with the main selling (free thought) point being is its stripped down approach and corresponding speed.
If you're having Mac users new to Android, it might be worth considering using a cheap (or unused in a cupboard
) USB mouse and possibly keyboard. If aesthetics are important in your rooms, then it comes down to whether they can be easily hidden and bought out to use. My main controller for my X7 used to be my trusty Logitech cordless trackball (close to 10 years service before it finally went to silicon heaven this summer )-; . I still have a USB mouse, keyboard, VIP remote control and occasionally an xBox 360 controller adapter in use.
Which browser is that? Flash definitely works in it? Try Dolphin if not, follow the on screen guide it gives you in terms of an APK to download, if you've not got flash already sorted.
