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 Originally Posted by n1900
The hardware is somewhat aged compared to alternatives. Do you want WebOS, is the big question. If yes, that is a factor. I really like WebOS but I decided to ditch it. I have a sort of new Touchpad too. It was unboxed for the first time a couple weeks ago. I loaded Android 4.4.4 to begin with, since it's stable. But I might try a newer build at some point. So far it's great for reading in bed and, with protection, for taking to the gym to keep a FitNotes log. It also makes a good calendar - I do not like to have any Google syncing, and I don't use CalDAV, so I picked up "Offline Calendar" from the play store and created a local calendar with that. Also good for podcasts and browsing the web and diet logging if you're into that sort of thing. It makes a very good home automation controller if you do any of that. I do not get smooth results streaming video from the net. I also don't get strong results with multiple video stream from a LAN surveillance system - it works, but there is lag. Video does work very well when I download the (i.e. MP4 format) movie and play it locally with VLC player or another. I could use it for traveling entertainment, especially by downloading a few movies before hand and some podcasts with AntennaPod or something like that. I haven't put a Bitcoin wallet on mine, since I still might load a new OS.
I hear you on the Kitkat install on the Touchpad. I could have written the same exact post as you did as I'm on the same page. Streaming video is hit or miss, mostly a miss. The only real success I've had with that is Amazon Prime, it works very well and has a download feature too if your planning on being offline. no WiFi. Thanks for the heads up on AntennaPod, I'm giving that a try right now. I too was thinking about updating to 8.1, but not sure I want to risk it and just leave well enough alone.
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