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2009-12-02
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#492
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Originally Posted by RTbar
this could be a bit confusing for users if an application (like text entry does use it)
- Make the backspace key a universal back button. It will take you one space back from wherever you are, or take you back to the home screen. The backspace key is perfectly located for this, and would make it function just like the Motorola Droid.
for example i want the browser to use that key to go back instead of the SHIFT-Backspace...
Originally Posted by RTbar
CTRL-Backspace does bring up the task screen.
- Make the shift key bring up the multi-task menu. As far as I know, the shift key doesn't do anything outside of a text entry field, so why not let the shift key also multi task when not on a text field? A long press could bring you to the home screen.
Originally Posted by RTbar
what should exactly be improved?
-Improve phone. Yeah i know phone second, step 4 of 5 bla bla... the bottom line is that most people are going to be sorely dissapointed by the phone aspect.
it would be good to tell what points would make an improvement
The phone app is pretty decent if you ask me
i only have 1 request:
If i have a number that is not in the contacts but is in the call list, i have an option to sms. But a known contact/telephone number that is in the call list i suddenly don't have the option to sms it. I really have to open the contact card and then press sms.
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2009-12-02
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#493
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Did I mention that we should just praise the device? I even mentioned the place where you could go to give constructive feedback. People really get offended if someone points out a better way to do things... gosh.
It's really easy to stigmatize someone as a fanboy and blind oneself from the truth that, actually, your post, was just nothing compared to what you could have achieved if you would have actually said things in the right place.
My suggestion still applies, instead of being a useless ranting teenager go out there and make some difference my friend.
Leave the thread?! Oh boy, are you actually suggesting me to do something useful? I'll leave the thread and contribute to the forum not getting even more stupid stuff as long as you contribute to Maemo with your ideas okay?
If not, we will continue arguing like 2 little girls...
It's really easy to stigmatize someone as a fanboy and blind oneself from the truth that, actually, your post, was just nothing compared to what you could have achieved if you would have actually said things in the right place.
My suggestion still applies, instead of being a useless ranting teenager go out there and make some difference my friend.
Leave the thread?! Oh boy, are you actually suggesting me to do something useful? I'll leave the thread and contribute to the forum not getting even more stupid stuff as long as you contribute to Maemo with your ideas okay?
If not, we will continue arguing like 2 little girls...
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2009-12-02
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#494
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Originally Posted by Laughingstok
GOOD ON YOU MATE! This ladies and gentelmen is a man who understands that technology is about appropriate use and creativity. Thank you for demonstrating the potential of the device.
Well I've NEVER listened to music heavily on phones, or given a **** about pictures and facebook and all that crap.
I call that stuff "Sheepware", stuff that everyone does which to me is a waste of time. If a phone can't vpn, ssh, telnet, ping, df, ls, vi, |, <, >, then I don't want it.
Which means I've never wanted a phone until now.
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2009-12-02
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#495
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Originally Posted by Laughingstok
/home/user/MyDocs/ is a FAT file system, you can't chmod in it. /home/opt is an EXT3 fs so that's probably better suited for coding. Create a directory owned by user, and you should be golden. Or you might format your microSD card as ext3. But the would remove the ability for it to be usable in mass storage mode when connected to a PC.
On another note, I just discovered that for some reason I can't "chmod +x file.pl"
User doesnt gain execute permissions. Hmmm.
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2009-12-02
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#496
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Originally Posted by sljonson
/home/user/MyDocs/ is a FAT file system, you can't chmod in it. /home/opt is an EXT3 fs so that's probably better suited for coding. Create a directory owned by user, and you should be golden. Or you might format your microSD card as ext3. But the would remove the ability for it to be usable in mass storage mode when connected to a PC.
Got it fixed. Didn't realize it was mounted noexec so it's moved elsewhere. I am now hosting a webpage off my N900.
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If you don't know how to check your N900's uptime, you probably shouldn't own it.
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2009-12-02
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#497
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Hm. Sheepware. I like it. Not the sheepware, but the expression. Got all the time-wasting stuff sorted into one bag.
My use-case will be more in line with the OP's.
My use-case will be more in line with the OP's.
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2009-12-02
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#498
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Originally Posted by stobbsc
What brings you to judge whether I have the knowledge to "code and mess around"? I think I'll decide if it's appropriate for me or not. I'm just stating the points out (not necessarily on a person belief). If you look at the N900, & how it gets advertised on carrier magazines (at least in my country) you'd think it would contain a bit more of the phone-functionality which 2009 offers on other devices. It's just a shame imo. It could have been the killer of all killers. Geeks = Happy, Newbs = Happy = Nokia VERY Happy.
GOD, This device is not for you...
This device is for techies and people who like gadgets and coding and messing around with tech stuff...
To be honest, everyone who knows what the N900 is knows that. I mean my father even knows that...
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2009-12-02
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#499
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Originally Posted by Laughingstok
THAT IS AWESOME!
Got it fixed. Didn't realize it was mounted noexec so it's moved elsewhere. I am now hosting a webpage off my N900.
Whats the URL
PS: Please dont give out the URL or you know your N900 is going to take a header as everyone hits it.
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2009-12-02
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#500
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Originally Posted by God
Because I believe advertising implicitly - did you know its possible to "enhance my manhood", its true - I saw an advert last night on TV for this product called eXtenze. I mean they have sold over a billion pills so it must be awesome.
What brings you to judge whether I have the knowledge to "code and mess around"? I think I'll decide if it's appropriate for me or not. I'm just stating the points out (not necessarily on a person belief). If you look at the N900, & how it gets advertised on carrier magazines (at least in my country) you'd think it would contain a bit more of the phone-functionality which 2009 offers on other devices. It's just a shame imo. It could have been the killer of all killers. Geeks = Happy, Newbs = Happy = Nokia VERY Happy.
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Humor .. : [*********] Alignment: Chaotic Evil
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Class .. : Power Poster, Potential Coder
Humor .. : [*********] Alignment: Chaotic Evil
Patience : [***-------] Weapon(s): +2 Logic Mace
Agro ... : |*****-----] Relic(s) : G1, N900
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I totally agree with all the people who say this is for techies - I love the Fluke meter comment, classic.
Thanks again
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