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nexus 7 (2013)

  1. kilgetty

    Help Wireless not turning off?

    Android Lollipop v5.0.1 I have my WiFi set to turn off when asleep, the Nexus is fitted in a case with a flap that when closed across the screen turns the screen off (I assume this is asleep). But even when asleep I get a little chime to tell me I have an email, why is this able to do that when...
  2. A

    N7 or N9??

    I have had an ipad for a while but prefer android, always use android phones. My kids have pretty much taken over my ipad and I don't really like the os anyway. So now I'm trying to decide, do I fork out the money for a new N9 or do I find a good used N7? Besides the size what are the major...
  3. S

    Help App Notifications

    So as I mentioned I have the N7 and seem to start liking it. I just had a few questions/issues. First off, The keyboard doesn't seem as responsive when I type on it. Is there a good keyboard people use or is there a way I can get the keyboard to work better by performing a recalibration...
  4. StLouisMan2

    Help Keeps Restarting by Itself

    I've been having a little problem with my 2013 Nexus 7 LTE Android Tablet. I had to do a factory data reset a couple of months ago because Google told me to. The device was refusing to play ANY ON LINE VIDEOS. It would only play videos stored on the device. So I did what Google said. It took a...
  5. hairy mole

    Which Nexus 7 do I have, 2012, 2013?

    My wife has a Nexus 7, and I don't know which type she has. I see that Android 5.xxx is in there. How do I find this info? Thanks
  6. D

    Help update methods

    Hello I'm new to this forum. The reason I joined is because I have a nexus 7 with android 4.4.4 and I have a question regarding update methods. Some time ago I was browsing through the tablet settings and noticed a setting where we can choose whether the updates are done through 3/4G or wifi -...
  7. D

    Help Trouble with auto rotation

    Hello. I just recently rooted my device and with lollipop I'm having auto rotation issues. It locks after a while of use even with things that are android, built in to Android, like videos and such. I have very few things installed and haven't really downloaded or used any of the root capable...
  8. exgenmeikoj

    Root Signature check disable (updated 1/30/2015)

    so i found a way to disable signature check for people who want mods for there nexus 7 flo 4.4.4 stock deodex. i have already made a nice little zip flashable for you. https://www.dropbox.com/s/zsrkfm9fs8yi5fj/signature check disable.zip?dl=0 for those who know what sig check is just flash in...
  9. Skynet11

    2013 Nexus 7 LTE User Manual

    Skynet11 submitted a new resource: 2013 Nexus 7 LTE User Manual - Official 2013 Nexus 7 LTE User Guide Read more about this resource...
  10. Skynet11

    2013 Nexus 7 WiFi/LTE User Manual

    Skynet11 submitted a new resource: 2013 Nexus 7 User Manual - Official 2013 Nexus 7 Wifi user manual Read more about this resource...
  11. S

    Help Couple Quick Questions

    So I'm essence I understand that Lollipop was released for the Nexus 7....I havent received the update yet and wasnt sure if i shoud root it....Ive tried and tried however its not showing up..... Suggestions?
  12. kingdave

    Help Play Movies not working on N7

    Hi all, I'm having some really annoying problems with Google Play Movies that have been happening since Christmas and only on my N7 2013. I took advantage of some free film offers over the Christmas holidays and added Gravity, X-Men and Sherlock Holmes to my library. I've tried watching them...
  13. M

    Root Nexus 7 2013 5.1 OTA failing

    It failed with an red error message on the android. Could be a classic case of a bad debuggerd from stick mount. What directory do I verify the ota in again? Want to see what the issue actually is. Any body have a lollipop 5.0 debuggerd file? thought the ota was in /cache? not seeing a zip...
  14. oaklane

    apps just close on new nexus 7 2013 with lollipop

    apps just close on new nexus 7 2013 with lollipop what can I do to stop it?
  15. A

    Help no chromecast button on YouTube

    I have no chromecast button on my YouTube app. I have a nexus 7 running 5.0.1, the YouTube app version is 6.0.13 I've uninstalled the YouTube updates and then reinstalled. I've uninstalled the updates , disabled YouTube, restarted the tablet, re-enabled then updated YouTube. I installed the...
  16. G

    Root Please Help im stuck cant boot!

    Hey Moderator.....why does my nexus 7 (2112) now only juggle coloured balls around. Was a dream before lollypop. The only thing I have found my tablet to do anything is when I press on/off switch and volume at same time then I am shown the robot saying No Instuction but I don't know how to give...
  17. D

    Help Need help connecting to pc

    I have windows 8.1 so maybe that's the reason. I just cannot for the life of me get this Microsoft computer to recognize the nexus 7. I have tried everything. Debugged both ways (MTP and P2P) and device manager is not showing Other Devices like the instructions tell you. Also, not showing...
  18. D

    Help A couple of issues

    Hi. I was wondering if anyone has been having these issues? I don't know if it is a live wallpaper I have been using and all of a sudden it went haywire and started shutting off my screen on its own (which I finally disabled and uninstalled), or if my device has been broken due to lollipop. I...
  19. U

    I just picked up a NEW 32GB 2013 Nexus 7 for $128!

    A Staples store in my area is closing at the end of the month, and apparently still has some 2013 Nexus 7 models in stock. They're selling the 16GB model for $98, and the 32GB model for $128.
  20. A

    Root Nexus 7 stuck on Google logo

    Hi all, Have been trying to get my nexus 7 (2013) with latest lollipop back to life, so far with help from other forums have got to this stage. Currently I can recognise in my laptop device manager the "Google Nexus Bootloader Interface " as a device but not as a USB device nor can I see it in...
  21. S

    Cheapest Price

    The cheapest I've found the Nexus 7 is $148 from Groupon for the 16GB. Do I need more space than that? I have been contemplating getting the LTE version but don't see a reason for that. Anyone have any suggestions? Get the 16GB Wi-Fi? Hold Off for the 32GB Wi-Fi or get the LTE version...
  22. A

    Accessories Looking for a case and keyboard for my tablet

    Can anyone suggest something I can take with me as i travel, I am a touch typist so need one with British keyboard.
  23. A

    Accessories Case and wireless keyboard recommendations

    Hi I'm Looking for a case and a keyboard for my nexus 7 2013 can anyone suggest any with British keyboard?
  24. R

    Missed the Nexus 7 2013 Lollipop release

    The latest Lollipop release was offered to my tablet a few weeks ago but unfortunately I was travelling and it was inconvenient to install. Now the software does not seem to be offered; even when I check Settings/About Tablet/System Updates it shows that I am up to date using android 4.4.4 on...
  25. Hugo Carducci

    Help Nexus 7: Android L Not Working

    A few days ago, I was notified about the new Android Lollipop update through a notification on my tablet, so I began to install the update (V 5.01 or 5.1.. Can't remember). Everything was working fine until after the initializing phase. I was prompted to the resting android screen with a red...