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 Samsung I8000 Omnia II v2, All-in-one. Redefined

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post Sep 30 2009, 05:57 PM

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QUOTE(bluhound @ Sep 30 2009, 05:36 PM)
Couldn't agree more.  I like the 3D SMS function but with only software rendering, it feels slightly sluggish on my O2 and the corners are very jagged.  sad.gif
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Yaloh, O2 support hardware acceleration but Samsung only do for OpenGl v2.0 and v1.1 but SPB mobile shell & any cook HTC touch Flo 3D is base on v1.0
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post Sep 30 2009, 06:57 PM

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how can i get that ?
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QUOTE(lhongwuh @ Sep 30 2009, 03:14 PM)
QUOTE(yfyap69 @ Sep 30 2009, 03:09 PM)

Is it normal to see the message "New SIM card detected" everytime you on the phone?
yup..its normal.. notworthy.gif
shocking.gif No, it's not.

The new SIM card message only appear the first time you insert it, then it will ask you whether you want to load your SIM contacts and Server settings into your device.

Choose to download the Server settings and anything regarding the SIM contacts, after that it will not show the new SIM message anymore.


Added on September 30, 2009, 7:14 pm
QUOTE(LuVz @ Sep 30 2009, 05:57 PM)
how can i get that ?
Get what? unsure.gif

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post Sep 30 2009, 08:04 PM

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how can i get [ New SPB Mobile Shell 3.5 in Samsung OMNIA II ]

is it themes or software ?
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post Sep 30 2009, 08:51 PM

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[quote=Omnian,Sep 30 2009, 07:12 PM]
yup..its normal.. notworthy.gif
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shocking.gif No, it's not.

The new SIM card message only appear the first time you insert it, then it will ask you whether you want to load your SIM contacts and Server settings into your device.


Choose to download the Server settings and anything regarding the SIM contacts, after that it will not show the new SIM message anymore.


Added on September 30, 2009, 7:14 pm
Get what? unsure.gif
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Strange, mine a few other friends all have the same pop-up every time we soft reset our phones. As for me, the pop-up asks on what should the data transfer be on 2G or 3G.

The firmwares which I know happens like mentioned above are on G1, G6, G7(mine) and H3.


Added on September 30, 2009, 8:53 pm[quote=LuVz,Sep 30 2009, 08:04 PM]
how can i get [ New SPB Mobile Shell 3.5 in Samsung OMNIA II ]

is it themes or software ?
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That one you can get it from here.
http://www.spbsoftwarehouse.com/products/mobileshell/
It costs 30USD.

If you want it free, you're on your own, no warez discussion here.

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QUOTE(LuVz @ Sep 30 2009, 07:04 PM)
how can i get [ New SPB Mobile Shell 3.5 in Samsung OMNIA II ]

is it themes or software ?
SPB Mobile Shell

It's an User Interface laugh.gif


Added on September 30, 2009, 9:02 pm
QUOTE(bluhound @ Sep 30 2009, 07:51 PM)
Strange, mine a few other friends all have the same pop-up every time we soft reset our phones.  As for me, the pop-up asks on what should the data transfer be on 2G or 3G.

The firmwares which I know happens like mentioned above are on G1, G6, G7(mine) and H3.
So, what did you choose? 2G or 3G?

When I got mine, it was G7 and now updated to H3, both don't have such problem.

You can try go to [Start] > [Settings] > [Network Settings] > [Network Options], under Network selection choose Manual.
See if that helps?

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post Sep 30 2009, 09:38 PM

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QUOTE(kaplex @ Sep 30 2009, 03:30 PM)
has anyone install s2u2 to their omnia II? did your mobile cant get landscape mode on typing sms? if yes, please guide me how to get back that landscape mode. after i install s2u2 on my omnia, i cant get that landscape.... please help me. bout to uninstall it but i love that appz...
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mine also happen like that. befor that i try to open memo and exit it propely and it's ok back.. if happen again i open memo and close it back.. than ok..

for the new sim detect.. mine ok.. naver appier this masej..

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based on people's observation, spb ms 3.5 drains a lot more battery.i charger almost daily but still, its not a gud thing.
btw, andrew, how do u add all those pics (like 2nd row on the right on the spb ms 3.5 pics u posted) like that? i have only one and i can't seem to find a way to add more.can u help?
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QUOTE(Wii_hunter @ Sep 30 2009, 11:14 PM)
based on people's observation, spb ms 3.5 drains a lot more battery.i charger almost daily but still, its not a gud thing.
btw, andrew, how do u add all those pics (like 2nd row on the right on the spb ms 3.5 pics u posted) like that? i have only one and i can't seem to find a way to add more.can u help?
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Can you point with picture as I can't understand which part you mean.
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user posted image

I think he meant the picture above which you previously posted.

@Wii_hunter
First, add a picture into your default WM contact.
Then add a contact widget in SPB. The picture related to the contact will then be shown.
Correct me if I'm wrong....
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ok thanks bluhound.
one more question to anyone who can help, how do u close spb? i need to close it so that the birthday/anniversary widget updates itself when i add more birthdays. i know how to open it, but dont know how to close it
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Regarding SBP MS3.5, is the special effects of 3D carousel working on Omnia II?

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QUOTE(Omnian @ Sep 30 2009, 11:51 PM)
Is the special effects of 3D carousel working on Omnia II?
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as far as the effects on my omnia,it doesnt do anything.when i tilt the phone, nothing happens.quite a shame actually.looks amazing
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QUOTE(Wii_hunter @ Sep 30 2009, 11:43 PM)
ok thanks bluhound.
one more question to anyone who can help, how do u close spb? i need to close it so that the birthday/anniversary widget updates itself when i add more birthdays. i know how to open it, but dont know how to close it
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To close SPB, tap Launcher, Settings -> Spb Mobile Shell -> Tap the icon bottom right of screen and then tap 'Exit Shell'.

QUOTE(Wii_hunter @ Sep 30 2009, 11:53 PM)
as far as the effects on my omnia,it doesnt do anything.when i tilt the phone, nothing happens.quite a shame actually.looks amazing
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Yup, there is still no 3D hardware support for Omnia II yet. Everything you see on screen is software accelerated.
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QUOTE(bluhound @ Sep 30 2009, 11:02 PM)
QUOTE(Wii_hunter @ Sep 30 2009, 10:53 PM)

as far as the effects on my omnia,it doesnt do anything.when i tilt the phone, nothing happens.quite a shame actually.looks amazing
Yup, there is still no 3D hardware support for Omnia II yet. Everything you see on screen is software accelerated.
Without that, what's the difference with v3.0.1?

Can't even customize with mskip's widgets like these:

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QUOTE(Omnian @ Oct 1 2009, 12:16 AM)
Without that, what's the difference with v3.0.1?
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Taken from http://www.spbsoftwarehouse.com/pocketpc-s...ll/history.html
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Version 3.5 (Sep 30, 2009):

    * New widgets:
          o Tasks
          o Picture frame (widget and fullscreen slideshow)
          o Facebook status
          o Twitter status
          o Birthdays reminders
          o Four instant wireless switches (WiFi, Bluetooth, Flight Mode, and Phone Switch)
          o Internet search
          o Operator's name
          o Date
          o Alarm
    * Updated widgets:
          o Contact: ability to choose the default action
          o Wireless manager: icon shows current states, and popup shows current states
          o Weather: support for more advanced skins with detailed forecast and current weather conditions
    * 3D email and SMS viewer
    * Access to online catalog in the "Change Background" dialog box
    * Streamlined background change (with cropping and easy to view local gallery)
    * Current weather conditions (in addition to forecast)
    * Gravity sensor support in the 3D carousel
    * Improved 3D carousel design (e. g. added reflections)
    * New "Add Widget" dialog
    * Widget skin selection with preview
    * New skins for most widgets
    * Widget-based Professional home
    * Option to have only one home screen (lifestyle or professional)
    * Option to change the number of screens in lifestyle or professional layouts
    * Weather in Agenda
    * Tactile feedback on tap-and-hold
    * Option to choose the default tab for Contacts and Launcher
    * Improved design of most dialogs (popup menus, settings, etc.)
    * Category filter in the contact list
    * Improved widget edit mode (widget can be dragged to other pages, recycle bin for easy delete etc.)
    * Color themes support on Windows Mobile 6.5
    * Integration with SPB Weather and SPB Traveler via widgets
    * Improved "Choose Shortcut" dialog box with similar look to SPB Menu
Of course it currently won't work with mskip's widgets. Version 3.5 was only released two days ago..... doh.gif
Give them time....
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thanks for all ur help.really appreciate it.so, hows ur battery performance doing? is it depleting faster than usual?
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I mean, how many of those mentioned was not already in v3.0.1?

Look at what they've replied to my enquiry:
» Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... «

They've build this version with only HTC in mind.

We, Omnia owners also paid for the license and they made it only for HTC???

v3.0.1 was my first purchase and the next "FREE" update is only support for HTCs!

QUOTE(bluhound @ Sep 30 2009, 11:28 PM)
Of course it currently won't work with mskip's widgets.  Version 3.5 was only released two days ago..... doh.gif
Give them time....
I know that, and I'm only using mskip's skills to show that what we can already do with v3.0.1, which IMO, looks better than v3.5
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i think the new SPB is great (maybe not so on the battery life) but i somehow prefer to use the default omnia UI..yes i know its laggy but then, i used the phone as my alarm and if i use SPB, the alarm sound is soft and only ring once..i've been trying to find where the sound and tone setting for SPB alarm since i first use it..i did some test though..set an alarm using the default UI then switch to SPB UI..the alarm works but only shows you the notification..no sound..
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QUOTE(Omnian @ Oct 1 2009, 01:01 AM)
I mean, how many of those mentioned was not already in v3.0.1?

Look at what they've replied to my enquiry:
» Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... «

They've build this version with only HTC in mind.

We, Omnia owners also paid for the license and they made it only for HTC???

v3.0.1 was my first purchase and the next "FREE" update is only support for HTCs!
I know that, and I'm only using mskip's skills to show that what we can already do with v3.0.1, which IMO, looks better than v3.5
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If you have read the previous posts, it explains clearly why Omnia and Omnia II are not supported. Anyway, I'll explain it again.
First generation Omnia definitely won't support 3D as the hardware itself does not have a 3D accelerator chip.
Second generation, Omnia II has a 3D accelerator chip. However,:-
1. It is a Samsung accelerator and does not use Windows Mobile default display driver.
2. It supports OpenGL ES version 2.0 which is not backward compatible to the older 1.x series.

On previous post, I have posted a link about a group creating an OpenGL 1.x compatibility layer for the Omnia II. Still in progress and will take a while because of reason no.1, need to wait till Samsung release the API (something like a guideline) for the 3D chip so that the specific functions and features can be understood better, resulting in a nice driver.

As far as I know, SPB decided to stick to the older OpenGL 1.x because almost all WM phones are still implementing the older 1.x versions (e.g. Toshiba TG01 and HTC phones are still using 1.x). So far phones which I only know using version 2 OpenGL ES are Omnia II, Acer M900, IPhone 3GS and SE Satio.
Due to reason no.2, for the time being its better to design a software which will work with most phones rather than a few ones until OpenGL ES 2.0 becomes mainstream.


FYI, mskip's an independent person. Usually, companies tend not to benchmark themselves with them but create stuff and DEPEND on them to improve. To cut it short, maintain a group of enthusiasts to keep the popularity. E.g. HTC phones in stock may already feel good but to the hardcore ppl, it is not good enough, hence the existence of xda-developer providing out custom cooked roms and constant new hacks but did HTC look at them and create better newer generation softwares, I don't think so. Had before a HTC Touch and HTC Viva and recently used HTC Touch HD, I don't see any hige improvements in software.

This post has been edited by bluhound: Oct 1 2009, 09:59 AM

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