Rules should be the same for all of us ?

Why are you not bothered??

The first poster is denied the credit for a good deal. I have had several good deals taken down for what appears to be rather dubious reasons, including 'a company based in an EU country'(the companies own website, not a dealer), which is rather strange given that Amazon is EU based.

The Linx Tablets come with a 1 year Office 365 subscription installed.

You can activate the subscription on another device, or even sell/gift the subscription to someone else by following the instructions below.

1) Run Office for the first time, it should take you to an activation webpage.

2) DO NOT SIGN IN. Copy the web address, you should see 5 sets of 5 capitalised alpha numerals in a string of 5, similar to the one below

XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX

3) THATS IT! Thats the code you'll need to activate on another device!
Last edited by Dann on Sun Jan 25, 2015 11:40 pm

This deal has already been posted, but deleted as spam... No idea why...
Any mod care to comment?

thanks bought

Great tablet, the office alone is worth the money. Just bought a 2nd one for a Christmas present. Not sure why the last deal was marked as spam.

Was removed as laptop outlet are suspended for deals on here, not sure why.

Thanks OP. I bought one for boosting my gamerscore in bed. Does anybody have any idea if can I flog the second (or both) licences for a few quid?

How do add the office Subscription to my existing subscription?

Why are they a banned retailer? they seemed to have a lot and good feedback?

How do you extract the office 365 code?

I have seen the link below but can't see it because you need to be registered.
http://linxtablet.co.uk/viewtopic.php?f=36&t=12

I just bought one i tried to share but you already have. thankssssss

heat added

wow, best deal for these so far, bought 2 already for £35 each using 2 different £5 ebay vouchers on wife's account.

I could do with an update code for office 365. If it helps anyone to push the button :wink:

Crazy.

Amazing value, I love my 10" one :man:

Does this qualify for a free Windows 10 Upgrade?

100% sure? Only reason I will buy this. Why wouldn't it?

mine got a free upgrade

Dear HUKD users,

Why you so bothered?

Sincerely oUkTuRkEyIII

but can you get a free upgrade from Microsoft or do you have to buy W10?

Rules should be the same for all of us ?

Send him a message or start a thread in feedback :smiley:

http://www.hotukdeals.com/all/feedback/new

Amazon states free upgrade http://www.amazon.co.uk/Linx-1-83GHz-Quad-Core-Processor-storage/dp/B00O636WJU

Well, I bought one for ma dear ol' daddy last Christmas and updated it for him when Win 10 was released. Works great.

Now THIS is tempting value. Great price. If ONLY it was Android.

I have one, when it starts up before you even log in it tells you there is a windows 10 update and then proceeds to seamlessly update to windows 10.... be prepared for a wait though, if this is a gift you may want to unbox it and update it first and then package it back up

anyone know a good case with keyboard for this?

Why are you not bothered??

The first poster is denied the credit for a good deal. I have had several good deals taken down for what appears to be rather dubious reasons, including 'a company based in an EU country'(the companies own website, not a dealer), which is rather strange given that Amazon is EU based.

Just report the post. I have.
It really should be one set of rules for everyone. And this, as it stands, isn't.

Thank you!

I read that Windows 10 slows it down. Is that true?

Could anyone tell me how old, 2008-ish Source games run on this? Left 4 Dead in particular?

Thanks.

Hey guys - thanks for the reports in the other thread. Few of you got in touch about this one after it was removed so we listened and allowed this merchant to be shared but only their eBay/Amazon stores at the moment to see how things go. So this thread has been returned :smiley:

Will I be able to sell the Office 365 subscription on?

is there a difference in this and the hp stream 7"?

its asking for £15.99 even for CC to Argos

​What rubbish. I have one and it has!

Does it have built in gps? I want to use it with maps on the move.

Great price - I got a refurb Connect 7 (Linx 7) clone a few weeks back at £5 cheaper, but the extra fiver is great for New AND Office 365 - though is the offer still running? On the tablet I got it said the offer had expired, NOT redeemed (as I understand it):

http://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/connect-7-win-8-1-32gb-1gb-refurb-grade-a-36-99-rakuten-cheapest-electrical-2312212?p=26372955

Here https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/kb/2987493 it says "When you purchase a new device that comes with an offer to redeem a subscription or Office, there is a limited amount of time for you to redeem the offer. Your limited time starts when you activate Windows. When you launch Office, you will be shown the last date to redeem the offer. If you don't redeem by this date, the next time you launch Office you will receive the message that the offer has expired."

please can someone explain in simple terms what the difference is between this and an android tablet? I want to get a cheap tablet for the kids but have no idea if this would be suitable. tia!

CHEAP AS CHIPS MAN?, damnnnnnnnnnnn!, luvvvvvvvv'ing the fact that its 32GB & not 16GB for the small money as well ..... :-)

Being windows, would any external webcam install and work?
I have a snake camera that won't work on android, even with apps that say they do!

I ordered mine in the morning based on your original thread! Thanks!!

Not knocking you. But why does that matter ? as long as people get the deal., it's not as if you get paid for it same as when people moan about reports or duplicates! Just don't read it.

You raise a very fair point. People may ask why you care but everyone would like to be credited for the time they spent sharing the deal, especially when HUKD get the cash for it. Not to mention many think if you've never posted a hot deal that you shouldn't have an opinion on this site. You might think you sound petty but I say credit where credits due. Probably so that HUKD can put a proper affiliate link that'll bring em more dollars... In any case my credit goes to you, not the tool whose messing about.

Heat added :smiley:

​pc5020 - thanks, that's what I needed to know. appreciated!

This or http://www.hotukdeals.com/visit?m=2232&q=2333780?:neutral_face:

Runs faster and smoother than any Android device at this price point, I purchased one to play Hearthstone on basically. I sold the subscription for £25 to a friend at Uni, not a bad device for £15 really.

Too cheap to miss

So some people are saying the Microsoft Office 365 deal's expired, so if you buy this it won't work? Can anyone confirm? If true it's a no go.

Hi, there have been a couple of occasions, this is when the date is either set wrong or a glitch in MS system - if you experience any issues please email the serial number to [email protected] and we will re instate the office for you. this has only happened on a handful of occasions. thanks.

i presume the office 365 can be used on 1 pc/mac + 1 tablet + 1Tb onedrive. Is that right?

One has just sold on ebay for £30.

Can you upgrade this to Windows 10?

Edit: Never mind I see under the title it says free windows 10 upgrade.

Worth it for the Office 365 subscription - mine is up for renewal shortly. Should be able to flog tablet for £30+ once i have the key

Just received mine, that was quick!!

If anybody buys the tablet for the subscription alone and doesn't want the tablet, I wouldn't mind buying it off you for £25 if you don't want it. We both win.

Subscription offers on these tablets are limited until March 2016, so you have plenty of time and it comes with a free upgrade to Windows 10 which makes the tablet even faster than it was before.

Holy crap mine is here too. What a nice little device! Now I just need to flog the 365 licence.

Question can I essentially use this as a Pc? Looking for a cheap windows PC for a bedroom. Can I connect this to my TV via hdmi. Connect a USB hub to the USB port and then connect a mouse and keyboard to it. I just need it for basic internet browsing and kodi.

Mines just arrived, impressed at the super fast delivery and tablet itself seems good quality. A lot nicer than the 7" Hipstreet I had previously

Thanks ordered.

Sorry but I have 1 more question. The HDMI port is it a mini HDMI port or a normal one?

Its a micro one, I bought an adapter off ebay for 99p :-)
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/351367519098?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

About 10am Thursday morning.

thanks

No probs for a fellow RED! :- )

Ordered Thu, 26th morning. Still waiting for it to arrive!

Ordered cheers OP..

This is worth it just for the Office/OneDrive subscription on its own. I purchased last year from this seller and the sub is just about up. Great value. Yes it does upgrade to Windows 10 and no it doesn't slow it down.

Connect to WiFi, then press 'get office', then disconnect WiFi, then press next on the office pop up, the web browser will open with a web address, within that address will be the code made up of 5 groups of 5 numbers and letters.

So the Microsoft Office 365 Key isn't separate in the box? Selling on eBay will be hard I guess, without it. People might think it's a scam

Does anyone know if these Linx 7's still have the mechanical hiss in the headphone port? & do they still have the grainy screens that look like a screen protector is still attached to the screen?

(Both of these issues were prevalent last year - and both issues were resolved by the Linx :sunglasses:.

What platform did you sell it on?

Ordered this site costs me too much lol

Bought one thanks

"15,570 sold" :confused:
at £39.99 a piece that's a cool £622,644.30

This is a lot of tab for your money.

1. This or Amazon Fire 7?
2. Can Android be installed on this tablet? I am coming from Windows, so was hoping to give Android a go.

Can't justify keeping a Fire 7 and this :stuck_out_tongue:

Minus P&P and VAT..

This or Lenovo A8?

eBay

If the seller makes £10 per unit, that's a great pay day, everybody wins!

All this needs is a usb port.

Dam it, my thumb accidently fell on the "buy it now" button ;-)

There's a USB otg in the box with it. If you want to use full size HDMI you will need an adaptor.

My wife is happy with 7 inches

Great deal considering I paid £30 just for Office the other day.

This or the fire 7? Can this run android?

These things are a great way to get sky go on your TV and easily take it with you on the move.

cheers

​Ordered 2 for Xmas presents.
Can I use it year by year on my laptop or they expire after 6 months for example. Thanks btw
Heat added

what he said, if anyone is interested PM only if you have the tablet in your posession

Will this play fifa and minecraft and isn't 1gb really poor??? How would this compare to an Ipad.. Please help as I'm not very techy and I want to buy the right thing. Also can you play Google play aps

How much disk space left after windows 10 upgrade? Can you formate everything and install clean windows 10 on it like PC?

Do not need, do not need, do not need.
Bought :man:

Is the Windows 10 serial key retrievable so I could move the windows 10 install to a PC?

I'm really tempted to buy 1, but not sure about how 16,000 have sold and very little feedback given from current sales.

Bought one last year for £59 and it's been great! Amazing how well it runs for 1gb of ram. Use it for Kodi on my 55" tv via HDMI all the time and found a cheap little usb hub on ebay that allows simultaneous charging and connectivity.

So Microsoft just add a year to your existing subscription each time you activate a key? Might buy another....

Yep. You can add 4 years worth - at which point, take out a month subscription to 365 Home on Office.com (then cancel the sub).
You will then have 4 years of Office 365 Home, giving Office 2016 + 60 Skype minute per month + 1TB OneDrive for 5 users.
No cheaper way to get an excellent amount of cloud storage - and of course the best Office suite.

A question for the more technical minded out there. What's the highest bit rate of video this tablet can support out of the HDMI interface for full HD video 1080p?

can we deffo sell the office subscription

Bought this on Thursday to be sent to Argos, just got notification been sent. They had sold just over ten thousand in a long time by Thursday morning. Now it's over sixteen thousand sold and climbing. Their local post office must be grumpy. Bought it mainly for the hdmi port for kodi use in bedroom. Will use phone as remote as there are free Wi-Fi mouse apps to control desktop hopefully like as in android. Will set to auto start like my kodi boxes to run kodi on boot. Also will use kodi web service Chorus on phone web browser to control my kodi vertical skin.

p.s. got it.

Thanks OP. Bought one.

Thieving so and so.

Srsly though, it had 5 stuck pixels within a week, I wish I did sell it.

I'm tempted to get this, anyone know if you can get the sky sports mobile tv app on windows tablets and then watch on your tv through the HDMI?

I've cancelled my usual sky subscription but don't mind paying the £9.99 a month for sky sports mobile tv app that you can through say iphone and android devices

Thanks for that. Looking at sky website you can only watch on your pc device if you have sky go which requires the usual full home subscription, shame there's no windows app for sky sports mobile tv like there is for iphone and android,

I have bought one of these, like a lot of IT purchases I'm not quite sure why I need it, but it is too cheap at under £40 not to get. It will come with Windows 8 installed, and if I remember correctly there is still a free upgrade from there to Win 8.1, and there again it is free (at the moment) to Windows 10. I'm not sure whether that path is desirable, but it certainly seems possible (at no cost).
Alan

Is there any way to tell if an office 365 key has already been used/registered? And is it possible to download office 365 for a clean install?

hey does anyone know if you can download google play store on this and external apps like showbox. Thanks

Would the Linx be any better than a Fire Stick for running Kodi on a TV?

Anyone managed to compare the two?

Cheers

Thanks! Just ordered another 2

Tips:

http://www.hotukdeals.com/misc/official-linx-7-8-windows-8-1-owner-s-thread-2089133?p=23790475

http://linxtablet.co.uk/index.php

Something else I didn't need :smiley: Thanks OP

Useful Info., thanx. :-)

Join the club ..... hahaha. :-)

bought one thanks

I used AMIDuOS a couple of months back on my Surface Pro and it worked quite well. Had tried BlueStacks a year or so previously and wasn't that impressed with it but, was happy with AMIDuOS. Only thing is from what I can remember, there's a 30 day trial and then it's $15 or something. Which seems a great price for what it is. If I hadnt of sold my Surface I probably would have bought it. When I get this I may sell my Android tablet and buy AMIDuOS as it was rather good :smiley:.

If any one would like to purchase my 365 key I am selling it for £25.

How to retrieve the office 365 key and give it to a friend?

I have this, its fine but don't expect to run Chrome, it becomes almost unusable with Chrome, weirdly, my 2GB Ram tablet is fine. Seems 1GB Ram just ain't enough. Also, 7 inch is poor in Desktop mode, but fine in Tablet mode. Good price though.

have seen this asked but between this and the fire 7 which is the best device?

usage will be reading mainly pdf's , web browsing, YouTube etc

Has anyone received there order recently? Did the box come sealed? Thanks

anyone know if the linx 7 have a screen protector under the 'peel off mask' protector?

and its probably answered but is it worth the upgrade to windows 10? or sticking at 8.1. I skimmed through the thread a while back and saw people have problems with windows 10.
this is my first tablet and I'm not very happy with windows app store, its so....limited. :disappointed:

Added shortcut for display settings to desktop, in control panel then click & hold to create shortcut

Menus in left panel, set display from smaller to 125% medium, then tablet becomes usable

Can also set auto rotate on/off

Installed Maxthon Browser (chrome engine) as on my laptops & android, since it's fastest, works well on linx too

Installed TouchMousePointer for few times detailed operations are necessary

Installed classic shell button to have Windows 7 start button, will update to Windows 10 this weekend

Put shortcut of Intel hd graphics from control panel on desktop too

Desktop set to black to save battery and eyes

Installed winamp radio for hundreds of thousands of radio stations & streams, imported my favourites from laptop

At login, clicked bottom left icon, changed ease of access style to hard contrast. Basically gives the black theme which is highly desirable (difficult) on Windows 7 etc. Folders etc have the chic pro look of black background.

The only thing needs fixing is the tv screen is not full screen, some say turn off over scan but not in my tv menus.

Ordered the only usb hub reported to charge and run device simultaneously for under £3 on eBay.

Attach a keyboard, and press windows key + P to cycle through the display options, to display to TV only. My TV didn't like clone displays as the screen resolutions are different.

Thanks fuzzy_logic or is it professor Zadeh from Berkley :smiley: I think he's still alive. I tried it without keyboard but from control panel: display settings (shortcut on my desktop): project to secondary screen: project to secondary screen ONLY (bottom option). It works full screen, thanks.

Right now I have it downloading Windows 10. When I get back home tonight, I'll see if I can extract the office key. Apparently if linked to an msn account already, it's not included in the URL. Folks in the linx forum thread on it also having problems extracting keys now.

Thanks again.

Does linx 7 has adobe flash player?
On Adobe website state it should.
Could someone confirm?
Thanks

Managed to get my key ok. If they key is linked to another account, i'd get in touch with Linx support

Just tested my linx 7. Can confirm there is a low level buzzing interference noise when my earphone plugs into the headphone jack as lots of people previously raised. To me it seems only one side is affected (you can tell by the buzzing sound emitted from right channel when the connection end is loosely plugged in and then from the left channel when fully plugged in.
It's a nice tablet so far, screen is not as bad as what other people said. It's better than my previous android tablet at least.

Thanks mate. It's my own hotmail email I setup the windows initially.

I still don't knw if we have to start the office trial period to get url with the key? Does anyone know?

Just upgraded to win10, windows.old folder is about 11 gig, can't wait to delete it, maybe tomorrow. People upgrading to win10 should not click on 'get ms office' but click on ms office icon to start 365 days version. Win10 is working good as on my higher spec dual os tab. If you had classic_shell start button in win8.x, uninstall it after upgrade to win10 and reboot.

I ordered on 26th and yet to receive my tablet :/

to adjust brightness in windows 10, control panel display seems not showing, instead:

set to tablet mode to OFF (desktop is much better anyway). Settings: Systems: Tablet Mode

swipe from right edge in
choose: All Settings
System (top)
Display (top)
Brightness gauge is at bottom, low is good at night and for battery

You can long press on display, pin to start. Then drag to desktop which gives quick access to the correct section for it.

for a quick 4 step ONLY control (25 percent), click battery icon on system tray bar at bottom. Or swipe in from right, click on expand just above 'All Settings'. Below it click on sun icon below. The top method gives detailed control, not just 4 levels.

Also swiping you'll see screen rotation lock on / off.

Hey guys i got mine today i have 365 already so how do i go about selling the one they gave with this tablet? Where can i find the code

oh man.. i have been looking for it everyday.. :disappointed: Just messaged them

Have u tried any audio or video on it yet as the sound is low on mine but I think it's normal for this tablet

I did notice the audio being a bit low on the tablet (judging by the windows notification sounds. Connected via a TV audio is fine.

Speaker on this is tiny but not too bad. My download of win10 was about half an hour, not bad, also from next room to router. When setting up win 10, click on custom not express (recommended) then another little text line on bottom of one of the pages. Click off all the options which basically report everything to MS and slow down the device. If already installed, I guess google how to remove those reporting settings.

Thanks Op. Ordered.

For those that have received it, when did you place your order. I placed mine on Saturday night and its still not dispatched

I bought it last Thursday before I saw it posted on this site. I asked to be delivered to Argos, got it Monday. When they dropped the price, they had just sold over ten thousand in a year. Since Thrusday, they've sold another 7,000+.

The seller seems reputable, just high demands.. Anyway paypal/ebay/bank protection are there. I think it was posted from Essex somewhere. Probably overwhelming the local post office too. I'd say people who bought on the weekend or before, should get it within 48 hours. Since he's sold another few thousands since Monday.

P.S. I got dispatched status by ebay email Monday noon and it had already arrived at Argos too. First time ever happened like that. Think he's overwhelmed and sending dispatch notifications late. At one point during weekend he was charging £15 for Argos delivery, probably too much admin work.

All 4 of mine turned up yesterday. I have used the office codes with no issue and I think i will sell 2 of them for £25 ono delivered if anyone is interested.

Heads up Amazon also have this for £40. I just ordered another one but from Amazon so I can get it next day via Prime.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00O636WJU?keywords=linx7&qid=1449110017&ref_=sr_1_1&sr=8-1

Also does anyone know of a USB hub that connects to this. I need one so I can also connect the charging cable to the tablet so it charges the tablet as well as a USB mouse and keyboard at the same time.

There are loads on ebay. But most of them have really poor worded English.

Ah I see, well is it worth it to buy a screen protector for it? I've still got that 'peel off mask' protector on since I'm scared I would damage the screen.
Will definitely need a case though.

Did what you said and updated to Windows 10, much better now. everything seems more user friendly. Haven't got Cortana up and running yet, should I? I hear it collects/tracks your privacy, even when privacy settings are turned off. :confused:


The reason I was unhappy about Windows app store was that I was searching for the Official Youtube app for like 5mins, then researching and realizing there wasn't any. Instead I had to download 'Hyper for Youtube' which did what I needed. I didn't think I'd have to resort to 3rd party apps for this. Why haven't they got Youtube?

I have the Skype app on my windows 8.1 laptop (rarely use this since I have a PC), but I cannot find it anymore on the app store. Did they remove it? the one on the app store ('Get Skype') forced me to install a desktop version. :disappointed:

Anyways, I was basically configuring the tablet for the parents to use and to minimize the problems they could encounter. So making it as simple as possible was my goal. Accessing Youtube and skype etc. Yet it took more effort than expected. Just bad luck I guess..

About the battery, it takes forever to charge, barely gets 1% when charging and in-use...and this is browsing the app store...

Ordered on the 30th, received yesterday :smile: - then got the dispatched email about half an hour after receiving it. Was acting a bit weird but, think it's sorted now. Only set one account up as my partners so far - as she wasn't happy I bought it :man: but she's downloaded a few apps already and I have no idea if there's any space left for me to have an account lol. May get one from Amazon as have £25 gift card there.

I don't get this grainy screen thing. The linx 7 I just got has smooth screen just like normal tablets.

I think the biggest let down of windows tablet is the keyboard. It doesn't pop up or close down itself like android!

Just sold off the office key for £24, used £20 worth nectar card points from initial purchase so essentially get the tablet for free :smiley:

The price has changed back to £57.99 Buy it now.
Amazon still doing at the 39.99 price.

can anyone tell me where I can get a cheap micro usb to usb hub please

Just got the office key. Hub:

http://www.linxtablet.co.uk/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=509&p=8271

bought one for £2.27

just go to app -> office 365

it will ask you to activate the license and will direct you to the page to sign in mircosoft live account. If you want to use it, just sign in. If you don't want to use it, don't log in but instead copy the web address. you shall be able to find the 25 long digit code. That is the key you are looking for.

When i went to use the code on my laptop, it initially refused it but then gave me another link, it then worked fine.

So is the code in the link? I don't need office and so if anyone wants it for £20 they can. Am not near the tablet yet so I assume I just copy the link and give it to the buyer who then signs into the link?

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Thanks

Yes, I agree, it was a pain with the keyboard.

Where did you sell it?
Someone on this thread (I think) said they had sold on ebay but the buyer opened case stating it didn't work (though it probably did).

i sold it via ebay and the buyer was all happy and left positive comment right away. I think it depends on luck if you deal with honest buyers or not.

also I've got some great tips I've discovered these 2 days that will make your linx7 better. Will write more later.

To answer the question about why Windows doesn't have a Youtube app, you have to look across the way to the **** at Google. They are behaving as Microsoft did 15 years ago....deliberately trying to stifle competition.

But this isn't really an issue. Metrotube does a better job of playing and downloading/caching Youtube videos than any of the official Youtube apps.

As for Skype - it has now been integrated into the Messaging app on the November update.

Baytrail tablets always take forever to charge when in use. This is a full x86 processor, being charged by 5V 1.5amp USB. The only way to charge it quickly is by dimming the screen (or ideally, switching the screen off entirely).

You get used to it.

Anyone else got a really grainy screen on there tablet like its full of noise.. Disappointing that is.

Can you post a picture of poor display, mine's pretty good.

anyone having issues upgrading to windows 10 mines been going on trying to download for past 7 hours already tried 3 times...

mine upgraded fine without any problems. just download the executable win10 setup file from official microsoft, follow the instructions and it will do. It requires a few restarts but it's all done automatically and it takes approx an hour to complete.

I sold my office code today on the AV Forums.

how much? if u dont mind me asking

My tablet was DOA, doesn't switch on, doesn't charge. It will back in the post tomorrow to get my money back.

Just realised that when I put the screen off, the tablet stops the download, DUH!

Can anyone help me? My tablet was working fine on Windows 8.1, then I updated to Windows 10 but when it restarted after the update the touchscreen stopped working. I can't click anywhere on the screen so it's stuck at the first screen where it wants me to click next.

It's not as bad as the screen on the Archos GamePad thank God. That was grainy as hell

Have updated to Windows 10. Is anyone else having trouble with the Maps app? It's installed & I can see aerial views, but there are no maps. Can't find driving directions between any places. Wont let me download maps for offline use.

Great tablet, thanks superivanho I'll give your regedit a try

Update : @superivanho's regedit works perfectly ... unfortunately teamviewer will wake the screen when connected. No big deal but beware power button will shut the tablet down.

Collected mine today. Looks goods so far.

I have the one year office 365 subscription code. If anyone interested, please PM me. Thanks.

Can anyone recommend compatible accessories for this please? such as micro hdmi > hdmi for example and a usb hub that will work on this? thanks

Not sure if its related but there is a setting which turns off WiFi in win10 in sleep, can be changed in the menus.

yup that's where I got those options from.

Anyone want to buy my Office 365 subscription? £20

I just wanted the sub so extracted it and then sold the tablet for £56 del

Mine just started playing up. The volume up button is stuck in :disappointed:

What is the benefit of using the Microsoft Creation Tool to upgrade to Windows 10 over just upgrading 'normally'?

Beware of return with this company and this device.

The unit I received proved to have a faulty screen straight out of the box and linx tech support told me to return it for a replacement... laptop outlet offered me the option of replacement or refund and to put a note in with my option - I opted for replacement but have just received a full refund.

I have called them directly and even though they have them in stock (as they are still selling them) they say they won't do anything but refund as it was an ebay deal. Would never use them again, very poor customer service.

Speed, it is much quicker doing the upgrade through the tool

Pretty much this. It is just a quicker way to get Windows 10 onto it.

i hope someone can help. i have no use for the office 365 subscription as i can get it elsewhere. i am looking to extract the key and following the instructions above.

looking at the code in the URL when i go to activate (didnt sign in) it's in the following format

XXXXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX

when the above instructions say it should be 5 lots of 5. XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX

Basically the first lot for me is 7 digits. I assume i discard the first 2 digits then my code begins from there?

thanks

yes it is

Thanks for your help

ordered on 30-11-2015 but i'm still waiting for delivery to argos to collect. when check the UK mail only said "delayed" . are they shopping from china ?

does anyone get this with the tablet?
Tablet is on standby (screen off), try turn it on with On/Off button. back-light is on and visible but no background/login appears. can't swipe up or anything to login.

I tried shutting down manually with just the On/Off button but it doesn't shutdown(basically does nothing. however this showed the message with the option to swipe down to shutdown (background also visible).

had to reset the tablet by holding On/Off + Windows button for 10 seconds.

This a bug? it happens every now and then. but not always.Usually when I leave it standby for a long time.

anyone having issues with the camera on windows 10?

Just like the Nokia phones I am really impressed with these Microsoft tabletsand phones and I am not really a fan of Microsoft but it beats the memory limitations of my Android phone and tablets hands down - just so smooth , plays everything and easy to install stuff and manage , its like having an IPAD without the posh nob label...
I would personally go for the 8 inch version - it can be had for a tenner more!