Discontinued! Please close thread!
Download now available agin.
My Update is finished, so you can now download the files.
Sorry for inconvinience...
Kind regards Uwe
App to controll OC added
I added a new App to controll the Kernes OC caps.
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
It should help user to gain controll with more easily.
Kind regards Uwe
ura_aktobe said:
Yes. free?
no money..
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I expect these things, when this kernel is integrated in a custom ROM:
A notification on the ROM (eg on the ROMs release Thread), that the ROM uses the Kiwi++Kernel
A link to this thread (eg on the ROMs release Thread), so users can report support Issues to me
An information where I can find the ROM, so I can read the thread of the ROM, to find if there are support issues.
Kind regards Uwe
u.k-f said:
I expect these things, when this kernel is integrated in a custom ROM:
A notification on the ROM (eg on the ROMs release Thread), that the ROM uses the Kiwi++Kernel
A link to this thread (eg on the ROMs release Thread), so users can report support Issues to me
An information where I can find the ROM, so I can read the thread of the ROM, to find if there are support issues.
Kind regards Uwe
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Yes, all this will be!
Not tomorrow of course ..
I'm working on a mobile phone( new Mod)
Tablet for later ..
And I will inform you of everything. As for the ROM and Kernel
ura_aktobe said:
...
I'm working on a mobile phone( new Mod)
...l
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You know, this Kernel will onjy work on an Acer Iconia A210 or Acer Iconia A211 Tablet? Using it anywhere will probably cause problems...
Kind regards Uwe
u.k-f said:
You know, this Kernel will onjy work on an Acer Iconia A210 or Acer Iconia A211 Tablet? Using it anywhere will probably cause problems...
Kind regards Uwe
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Sir I am from Russian ..
I know that the kernel is not for this device will lead to collapse.
I just want to know.
You wrote:
During compilation of a a211
So I asked about support for A210
ura_aktobe said:
Sir I am from Russian ..
I know that the kernel is not for this device will lead to collapse.
I just want to know.
You wrote:
During compilation of a a211
So I asked about support for A210
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A210 and A211 are (nearly) identical. A211 has SIM Card, A210 not, but the Kernel is tested on A211 and A210
Kind regards Uwe
PS You can call me Uwe, not Sir...
u.k-f said:
A210 and A211 are (nearly) identical. A211 has SIM Card, A210 not, but the Kernel is tested on A211 and A210
Kind regards Uwe
PS You can call me Uwe, not Sir...
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Ok.
Friday started a job)
Custom Rom for a210
why the kernel can not be less than 1300 mhz?
One should also more and economy ..
Battery - Weak
ura_aktobe said:
Ok.
Friday started a job)
Custom Rom for a210
why the kernel can not be less than 1300 mhz?
One should also more and economy ..
Battery - Weak
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Of course the Kernel can go less then 1300 MHz. You must see two different things: System load dependent clock speed and OC limits.
Controlling the kernels clock speed dependent on the system load is done by a piece of software called Governor.
But this is an OC Kernel, with variable OC: 1300 (No-OC) to 1700 (Max-OC). With the Kiwi++Kernel OC App, you set the Level of OC. (It the only App which can do this and can only work with this Kernel)
The range, the Governor works in is something completely different. This is controlled with a standard tool like 'SystemTuner' or 'Antutu CPU Master'.
More detailed:
The things works like this: The OC Kernel reports at boot-time its clock speed range to the System generally as 0 to 1700 MHz. But internally there is a clock speed limit set (initially) to 1300 MHz (to control OC). When any System-Tool sets the clock-speed, the internal limit will be checked and the chosen clock speed will be cut, when it exceeds the internal limit. This internal limit can be varied with the Kiwi++Kernel OC App for now and/or for the next system start up.
Any standard tool to control CPU will work in the range, the kernel reported to system, therefor this range must cover the maximum OC range which means 0-1700 MHz, even the internal limit is set to some value below 1700MHz (eg 1300MHz).
Regards Uwe
this kernel builtin cwm and root?
Xsi18 said:
this kernel builtin cwm and root?
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This Kernel has root-acces via adb and allows rw-mount of /system, so you can push su-binary and SuperUser-App via adb when you have this Kernel installed on your system.
CWM is on Acer A210/A211 not included in the kernel, but in an extra partition. If you need CWM, I can show you a link where to find cwm for Acer A210/A211
Kind regards Uwe
Update 2012-03-13: Support for USB LAN adapter
The Kiwi++Kernel now supports USB LAN adapter.
As there is no support for those adapters in the Acer ROM, the Kiwi++Kernel provides an App to configure the ethernet network settings:
These USB LAN adapters are tested and will work:
Delock 62121
BobjGear USB to RJ45 Compact Fast Ethernet Adapter with AX88772 chipset
10/100M Network USB Adapter-DN-10050-1 | DIGITUS
There are also drivers for the following chipsets, but not tested as I had neither hardware nor tester:
Chipset ADM8515
Chipset RD9700
Chipset AX88xxx This should work with at least these devices:
Aten UC210T
ASIX AX88172
Billionton Systems, USB2AR
Buffalo LUA-U2-KTX
Corega FEther USB2-TX
D-Link DUB-E100
Hawking UF200
Linksys USB200M
Netgear FA120
Sitecom LN-029
Intellinet USB 2.0 Ethernet
ST Lab USB 2.0 Ethernet
TrendNet TU2-ET100
CDC Ethernet Treiber for DOCSIS cable modems. This should work with at least those devices:
Dell Wireless 5530 HSPA
Ericsson PipeRider (all variants)
Ericsson Mobile Broadband Module (all variants)
Motorola (DM100 and SB4100)
Broadcom Cable Modem (reference design)
Toshiba (PCX1100U and F3507g/F3607gw)
It might be possible that a device with a supported chipset is connected, but no adapter will be recognized. This happens, when the driver does not contain the vendor and device id. This is no problem, when you contact me, I will add the appropriate ids to the driver.
To provide the ids to me, you can use the Kiwi++Kernel Tools mask Kiwi++Kernel USB when the adapter is connected to the tablet:
Press the 'Copy to clipboard' button and paste the the information in the message you post to this thread.
Kind regards Uwe
Minor Update
When installing the new Kiwi++Kernel I forgot to delete the old tool. Attached is a CWM installable ZIP which does nothing else than remove the old tool
Kind regards Uwe
any mirror? I cant download kernel from FTP server (is down) in first post :crying:
BeNiSh said:
any mirror? I cant download kernel from FTP server (is down) in first post :crying:
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I try to attach the download-files to the first post. Please wait a few minutes....
Edit:
I attached the installation-file to the first post.
I added also two Beta-Release versions (with and w/o OC) with multiboot capabilities (but not jet internationalized an tut only in german, english version will follow tonight)
regards Uwe
oh great, thx a lot! only for case something goes wrong (upload no working kernel etc), do you know how can I start tablet to fastboot mode for reflash when system wont start?
There exists a keycombination to boot into fastboot from turned off tablet, but the timing of this is very hard.
press power + vol-down until first vibration
relese power but keep vol-down pressed until second vibration
move the lock slider from right to left position
Its not realy relyable (I tested it several times and succeded only a few times), therefore I would suggest to take a CWM-Backup bevor flashing anything. If something goes wrong, you can use CWM recovery to undo changes.
Booting to CWM recovery can also be done from turned of tablet by a keycombination which is much more relyable:
press power and vol-down until first vibration
release power and keep vol-down pressed until second vibration
release vol-down and keep vol-up pressed until third vibration
kind regard Uwe
many thx, works both. just what I was looking for!! :good::laugh:
EDIT for entering to fastboot mode, dont wait for second vibration, after that it normaly start for me even if I move lock slider :cyclops:
Update Multiboot Feature added
2013-04-14 Update: Multiboot added
Now the Kiwi-Kernel has multiboot.
This means, you can format your external sd-card in an especial way and use a partition as /data partion instead of the internal /data partition.
This way, you can have up to fife separate data partitions (what means you can have 5 different profiles with different apps or the same app with different states, or one very big data partition (with up to 32 GB space).
To use this, you must start the Kiwi++Kernel Tool an choose 'External SD card'. Press 'Read from card to show the state of the card:
When you want to set up bootable partition check the 'Conform' checkbox. You will realize, that the amount of cylinders reduces a little bit. This is because a hidden partion with boot-information is created at the end of the sd card, when it should be used for multiboot:
Now you can set up your data partitions, each of it can be used as separate profil.
The data partitions need a name to be able to be selected in the bootselector-dialog. This name can be up to 15 chars (0-9 A-Z a-z):
When completed, press 'Write to card'. When the card was busy before this operation, it might be necessary to reboot. Start after reboot the tool again and press the 'write to card' button again to complete action.
Now you can configure the Bootselector dialog using the 'Multiboot' panel in the Tool:
Here you can choose wheter or not the boot selector should come up when a bootable sd card is available or when none is available. You can also set the name for the internal data partition in the bootselector. An with the menu option 'set bootpartition' you can choose which partition shoud be booted when the bootselector should not come up.
Whe you choose ton show bootselector, the next time at bootup you have a screen like this:
Hope you enjoy the new features,
kind regards Uwe
Related
New Rom: 2.2 V2.5 #4325
Kernal [email protected] #26
The U0 "u-boot-nand.bin" in the archive "4325" is U-Boot 2009.08-svn733 (Jun 29 2011 - 14:11:58).
Downloads thanks to kiodo1981
as we know Mega is dead..
and at the moment it looks like fileserver is going the same way..
File name: 4325.zip File size: 212.15 MB
This link is working as of 9/02/2012 - leave a post if you cant get it..
dropbox...
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/14174333/4325.zip
iuw1.1-english.rar 291.98 KB for those that dont have it..
http://www.fileserve.com/file/taD2UBA
I suggest you load barsuk_CWMRecovery first, its down in the 2nd post..and do the usual wipes that you should do before flashing a rom..
Just a quick note, hopefully will save others some time too..
I think if you just went ahead and flashed the zip from the sdcard..
and now got 'android' loading with blinking cursor and no further..
For the hell of it, I did the same and got the same result..
The download is not a flash-able zip straight from the sdcard..
read further down for instructions
Then I went ahead and used the USB method..
[GUIDE] :: SuperPad/FlyTouch2/WWE10 Android 2.2 Froyo USB Flashing ::
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1074251
No drama.. flashed and working fine.. just no camera at the moment.. I might play with some of the uboot's to see if it makes a difference.. but for now if you want your pad back.. I suggest go the USB route..
if you need a cable.. I use the same cable that comes with the usb cooling fans,
that power the cooling boards that people use under laptops.. Make sure you load the drivers or your computer will not recognize the pad.
Follow SmaRkieS thread and you should be fine..
If you cant burn the main android image using USB method.
You can try the MicroSD card method, but this is only applicable if your tablet will display the right uboot versions under the InfoTMIC start up logo.
@dyfren What does file zSYS.img?
I would say this is recovery.. I flashed it into this section..
hope this helps..
Will play over the weekend with it..
but at this stage running real smooth..
Previous version: 2.2 v2.1 #3925
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1067746
uboot-nand broken tab fix: thanks to minescumarius
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=19598435&postcount=2071
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=19619395&postcount=2072
Thread: infoTMIC Hardware ID's "hwver" and updates (*.ius)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=14859284&postcount=2
Gel case that fits it - found by Jiggity Janx
http://www.amazon.com/Skque-Clear-S...1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1325020915&sr=1-1
Reserved for FAQ's
Reserved for info collection
Please note: As to the following rambling, this is just me playing with it and I suggest you watch the thread until it settles down..
I take no responsibility and will not support anyone that does the following and bricks their pad..
will update as I play over the coming week..
Noting of course that this is only a play thing.. so others please chime in as I am not supporting this Rom.. just giving you my experiences..
Working and confirmed on mine:
ROOT -THIS IS A MUST - Confirmed using Z4root
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=833953
or : Working root using universal androot 1.6.2beta5
http://software2tech.com/tag/download-universal-androot/
:: z4root USB Debug solution ::
Code:
1. Download Launcher Pro.
2. Install Launcher Pro.
3. Tap the Home Button at the upper left, it will let you choose different type of launchers.
4. Select Launcher Pro.
5. Tap Menu Button = or at press the menu button at the top of your tablet.
6. Tap the + add
7. Tap Shortcuts
8. Scroll Down, and Tap the Activities.
9. Wait it will load, scroll down to Settings.
10. Scroll down and look for Development.
11. Press OK without changing the name.
12. On Desktop/Home Tap Development.
13. Check the USB Debugging.
14. Restart if necessary.
15. And your done ready to root.
_barsuk_CWMRecovery..
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=16803134&postcount=278
Confirmed working.. I flashed Via USB to RECVRD
Power+Home to get to it..
vol-\vol+ - navigate
home - accept
back - back
I also got to it by downloading "system toolbox" from market... then just reboot into recovery..
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/14174333/Barsik%20CWMRecovery.zip
http://www.fileserve.com/file/mDPpyvH/Barsik%20CWMRecovery.zip
Google Market
Edits : Just got Google market to load... All I have done so far is to load up launcher pro and set : debug mode..
HDMI
Working - confirmed on with a Mpeg4 - Stock Video and Mxvideo player - load drivers from the MxVideo -- play movie then hit "Menu"
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.mxtech.videoplayer.ad&feature=search_result
Codec
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.mxtech.ffmpeg.v6_vfp&feature=search_result
Streaming is working both on the pad and out to HDMI - testing using DopoolTV
Which a Chinese streamer (Netflix may work then-someone confirm please)
Will load PPTV on lator and see if works..
Ethernet - working - but had to pull out HDMI - reset the Internet connection then plug HDMI back in.. then worked.. so can be setup as a streaming box..
Wifi - so far all reports are stable
Things to Do..
Bootable SDcard for easy install
U-boot conformation for camera to work
Flash another Ramdisk - Download New Ramdisk image to change the path of save files to SDCard1
and this might fix the USB1&USB2 issues I am having.. as they are not mounting and holding..
Tried to do this work around but its not holding..
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=14894212&postcount=1
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=18026187&postcount=428
had enough for one weekend on this thing.. let someone else have a go..
Flash - need to work on this
List Apps that work..
VPN - doesnt want to save settings.. may have to push a module to VPN to get it to work..
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1063656&page=2
Scripts - I cant get Script manager to work as yet
Netflix - need to confirm
Problems you may face (As I have)
After burning The U0 "u-boot-nand.bin" in the archive "4325" U-Boot 2009.08-svn733, I am not getting the trademark shut down.. so just downloaded a shut down from market that works..
Many thanks for your kindness.
Your post is really helpfull.
Allready in 3925 and works fine, but ... wanna try that new 4325.
I'll give feedback when tried.
Regards.
Bigfart10
i had a go following the guide and it was fine until i got to flashing the actual Android image, (number 19 in the Guide). PC does its bit, then tablet comes up with "flashing/updating linux" (first bit tablet does) or something like that but the progress bar always stays empty, left it for 10-15 mins and still hadnt moved. tried the version in the guide and the version here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1067746
also tried SD card method, comes up with "Updating image hRamdisk" and a dead progress bar.
Which version of Android did you use at step 19?
Thanks for your help so far, seems to be getting there
bigfart10 said:
Many thanks for your kindness.
Your post is really helpfull.
Allready in 3925 and works fine, but ... wanna try that new 4325.
I'll give feedback when tried.
Regards.
Bigfart10
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Yes.. I recommend it.. makes it feel just that bit more snappy..
Once I get time this weekend will try the root methods..then load in the V6 scripts and see how it goes..
sent from yet another MikG HTC Evo
which u-boot are you using?
mines still getting stuck at "Updating image linux-2.6.32.9"
MS
mine is Uboot - V 0.6.1.2(587)
Try the usual.. plug unplug and reboot computer..
as IUW can be a bit painful..
anybody test this FW ? i wanna try that new 4325 .
rooting
Working root using universal androot 1.6.2beta5
@hunterx: 4325 is working very fast. IT won't shutdown when in standby but drains battery faster.
Someone can explain how to modify the firmware to support the 3G _Barsuk_ as he had done?
Thanks for the new ROM, just installed USB method, works fine.
Generaly looks very "snappy" for a Pad with only 256mb of RAM.
Camera "force closes"; Youtube works fine, and Wifi also.
I'll keep posting as long as i play with it.
Sheers
anyone got USB1 or USB2 readable?
when I plug them in I am getting "preparing memory device" then "memory device ready for remove"
To me, this is saying that it see's it.. but for some reason is calling to unmount it straight away..
I would say it is fixable as we had a similar problem on other Roms.. its just setting up the right command..
I have loaded a mix of drivers in to the system/lib/modules...but no success..
Then tried to use terminal but not getting access in to the root..
I kinda need to learn a few more commands in terminal..
(Back to DOS days..)
is there a cheat sheet around for the basic commands?
was playing with the aps2sd.. got the sdcard formatted with a sd2ext
But its a no go at the moment.. as even with TB backup
This Rom is not mounting into it..
As said before, I can't even get script manager to load up so can't load V6 scripts..
Maybe someone will have better luck then me..
Sent from my Transformer TF101 using Tapatalk
dgcruzing said:
anyone got USB1 or USB2 readable?
when I plug them in I am getting "preparing memory device" then "memory device ready for remove"
To me, this is saying that it see's it.. but for some reason is calling to unmount it straight away..
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I am using 4325 without any mods and both USB Ports are working fine with my fat32 sticks.
Can anybody tell me if flashplayer is working properly on this firmware?
Firmware I am running now wont play video in browser (just few seconds than it stops sometime sound is remaning.
What are the benefits of this firmware compared to the one I have now
2.2 V2.1#3925
Flash is working for me on this Rom..
but I haven't tested it a lot.. just been to a couple of sites I know with video and they work ok..
just was playing with a program idisplay..
http://www.shapeservices.com/en/products/details.php?product=idisplay&platform=iphone
works ok on it..
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
also I have been using better keyboard.. its a bit older but the lag is not there on it..
plus wireless mouse working great...
question about the flash
Last time I flashed is a while ago so dont know if im doing things right.
So ive got a few questions before I will flash
On startup my pad shows 0.6.1.2. (587) at the right bottom
So can I skip the uboot part of the SMarkies guide?
The folder of 4325 contains more files than mentioned in the guide if i'm correct I only have to use : Kernal, user, system and ramdisk? Please confirm?
Do i have to use ramdisk in 4325 folder or the one mentioned in the Smarkies guide?
Your advice please have to use my pad on christmastrip for my kids so I cant risk to brick it
It's not a problem with this Rom, I also faced the same with previous versions and stock Rom, any of you guys face accelerometer axels inverted when playing games like Raging Thunder or Labyrinth? When bending down turns right and bending up turns left.
Strange, it happens with all games and still can’t find a solution.
Any suggestions are welcome.
kiodo1981 said:
Someone can explain how to modify the firmware to support the 3G _Barsuk_ as he had done?
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Try this patched lib.
View attachment libreference_ril.Universal.zip
Is new solution for 3g. It is much easier. Who want may create update.zip for CWM.
Just replace original lib and set permissions to 644 (owner root).
EDIT
Some patched binaries and libs: View attachment patched_binaries.zip
Include wpa_supplicant with ad-hoc (not tested), vold with ntfs support (need to load kernel module first), ril libs with disabled check for modem model (for gsm only, not for cdma).
kolk11 said:
Last time I flashed is a while ago so dont know if im doing things right.
So ive got a few questions before I will flash
On startup my pad shows 0.6.1.2. (587) at the right bottom
So can I skip the uboot part of the SMarkies guide?
Yes, I did...
The folder of 4325 contains more files than mentioned in the guide if i'm correct I only have to use : Kernal, user, system and ramdisk? Please confirm?
Do i have to use ramdisk in 4325 folder or the one mentioned in the Smarkies guide?
Flash all the files as per no:18 of the guide.. but use the ramdisk that comes with this package - dont use sMarkies at this stage - I flashed it to see if any difference but it only was for reading of the USBports.. the one with this package is stable enough
Your advice please have to use my pad on christmastrip for my kids so I cant risk to brick it
Click to expand...
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If you follow the guide, you should be right.
as usually people only brick on the U-boot flashing.
just take your time.
make sure you got the right files setup in IUW before you boot the pad..
then...boot-connect-flash...
best rom so far 4325
I am posting from this right now.
problems:
Wifi not starting on boot
Rotation/accelo messed up. Calibration makes it worse
Cell standby - fixed by renaming phone.apk
Market included but is missing skype and others
Camera working with 612 587 uboot
Anyone have advice on overclocking?
Thanks for the rom it is bad-ass.
RETIRED: Since I no longer own this device I am unable to update/maintain this any further! Furthermore it was only designed to support certain models that are no longer sold so to answer all questions NO it won't work on the new ones. As of Dec 20th, 2014 all downloads have been removed (Sorry for the inconvenience)
Code:
#include <std_disclaimer.h>
/*
* Your warranty is now void.
*
* I am not responsible for bricked devices, dead SD cards,
* thermonuclear war, or you getting fired because the alarm app failed. Please
* do some research if you have any concerns about features included in this ROM
* before flashing it! YOU are choosing to make these modifications, and if
* you point the finger at me for messing up your device, I will laugh at you.
*/
Rooted and Google Apps fully enabled with offical first run wizard Android 4.0 rom for RK2918 based Nextbook Premium 7 SE (next7p12) tablets.
Screenshots
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
Lockscreen
Homescreen
Notifications
Notification Toggles
App Switcher
Applications
About Tablet
Storage
Google Play Store
Voice Actions
Browser
Clockworkmod Superuser
Supported
Any RK2918 (Detected as RK29 Device) based Nextbook Premium 7 SE (Tested on YF0412XXXXX)
If your device detects as M3-Chip mode you got RK3066 based model and it is not supported sorry.
Download
Discontinued (Sorry for the inconvenience)
WARNING: If you are on the RK3066 based variants eg. Premium 7 SE with Google Apps (Detected as M3-Chip mode) do NOT flash this as it may potentially brick it.
recommended Apps
Button Savior (If you want to customize you need Button Savior Pro Key) ~ Fixes some apps not having menu/hard to get home from playing video in some apps
Features
Rooted (su,Superuser,Busybox), Nova Launcher, Full google apps suite, debloated, OI File Manager, Titanium Backup.
Install/Upgrade
Shut down tablet
Plug in usb cable and press both volume buttons until windows detects new device
When windows wants driver give it the respective folder for your os (32bit or 64bit) from Drivers folder
Run RK29update.exe if status bar on bottom reads Found RKAndroid rock usb you are good but if it shows
No Found RKAndroid rock usb repeat steps 1-3
Leave the default selected items if you are doing fresh install or just select Boot, Kernel, and System if you are upgrading
If you are doing fresh install Select Loader and Click EraseIDB after it finishes then click Run otherwise JUST do Run if you are upgrading
If there was no errors your device now is on my Kustom-Kream_n7p12-v2 rom
WARNING: Installing this will remove all your data & apps if you select more than System!!!
Factory Restore
Download and extract the folder from n7p12_rescue_kit.zip
Shut down tablet
Plug in usb cable and press both volume buttons until windows detects new device
When windows wants driver give it the respective folder for your os (32bit or 64bit) from Drivers folder
Run RKBatchTool.exe if square number 1 is green on bottom you are good but if it shows as grey repeat steps 2-3
Click Restore
WARNING: Restoring factory default will remove all your data & apps!!!
Version History
v1 ~ Initial release
v2 ~ Defaults to 120 DPI, default launcher changed to Nova Launcher, changed to Clockworkmod Superuser, updated Google Apps
Credit
Google: For their work on Android and the related apps
ClockworkMod: Superuser/SU
CyanogenMod: disclaimer
Titanium Track: Titanium Backup
Openintents : OI File manager
TeslaCoil Software: Nova Launcher
Oma7144: 1.44gb userdata partition
Notes
ADB don't work over usb due to some odd USB host mode support built into the stock rom it is based on.
Micro SDHC slot is set as primary storage (/sdcard) if you don't use a card PM me and ill provide a boot image without the mod.
Key
* ~ Latest as of the time of post
Working good on yf0312
Thanks a lot, just to let you and anyone interested that this rom works perfectly on my father's nextbook with serial starting with YF0312.
I had nothing to change it installed just fine with no issues !
:laugh::good:
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Hi I was playing with my fathers tablet, he did not leave a sdcard with it, I see there is a 1.17G internal storage but I see no way to use it.
Camera and other apps ask to insert a sdcard intead of using this space.
Is there a way to use it instead of a sdcard ?
sansillusion said:
Thanks a lot, just to let you and anyone interested that this rom works perfectly on my father's nextbook with serial starting with YF0312.
I had nothing to change it installed just fine with no issues !
:laugh::good:
---------- Post added at 02:36 PM ---------- Previous post was at 01:43 PM ----------
Hi I was playing with my fathers tablet, he did not leave a sdcard with it, I see there is a 1.17G internal storage but I see no way to use it.
Camera and other apps ask to insert a sdcard intead of using this space.
Is there a way to use it instead of a sdcard ?
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The reason is most users use a card... flash the attached boot_internal.img as replacement to the boot.img that the kit came with and you will be able to use it.
No sd card
kibmcz said:
The reason is most users use a card... flash the attached boot_internal.img as replacement to the boot.img that the kit came with and you will be able to use it.
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Is there anythin else than flashin the boot_internal.img ?
I flashed it and the camerra and gallery still ask to use a sd card to work.
It's not a big deal I shall get a cheap sd card soon I just wanted to try it more deeply.
btw... do you know if Angry Birds can run on these ? I tried it and it brings a black screen and returns to the desktop without any error messages,
in the logcat it says something about not being able to compile vertex shaders in gles2. I was wondering if it's a gpu support issue or if it could be related to the fact I dont have a sdcard right now.
In anyways THANKS a lot.
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Hi, I was wondering since the bigest issue of this device if (for those not stuck in my situation "no sd card") could use the internal storage space as a swap space ?
I did notice using a terminal emulator that there is no "swapon" and "free" command.
just my toughts.
Hi kibmcz, thanks for making this rom, I'm looking forward to using it. My only issue is that your link to the recovery rom/files (n7p12_rescue_kit.zip) seems to be broken.
Any chance you could fix the link or tell me how to make my own?
Also, any idea if Netflix works with this custom rom on this tablet? On the stock rom I get sound playing but no picture, just a black screen. Any ideas?
Thanks!
liam2317 said:
Hi kibmcz, thanks for making this rom, I'm looking forward to using it. My only issue is that your link to the recovery rom/files (n7p12_rescue_kit.zip) seems to be broken.
Any chance you could fix the link or tell me how to make my own?
Also, any idea if Netflix works with this custom rom on this tablet? On the stock rom I get sound playing but no picture, just a black screen. Any ideas?
Thanks!
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Stock link updated... also this was based on the netflix update stock rom so it should work.
Many thanks!
Apologies for the double post.
Today I tried installing this rom but I can't get it to work. My problem seems to be that I cannot get the drivers installed. I have tried this on 3 different computers, all running Windows7, two are 64bit and one is 32bit. I held down the volume buttons and windows recognizes a new device, it then searches for drivers on Windows Update. It says it does not find any and that's it, it never asks me to give it the drivers. So on all 3 computers I tried going into device manager, right clicking the device, and choosing "Update Driver Software...", then I pick the appropriate folder (drivers/32bit or 64bit/win7) but it always just says that "Windows could not find driver software for your device".
In device manager sometimes it shows up as "Unknown Device" and sometimes it shows up as "M3-CHIP".
My nextbook's model number is NEXT7P12, The serial number is: YFG101212356.
Any suggestions on where to go from here? Thanks.
question
about how long do you have to keep pushing the volume buttons? also do we need to have usb debugging checked marked?
thanks
slipin3 said:
about how long do you have to keep pushing the volume buttons? also do we need to have usb debugging checked marked?
thanks
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Once windows detects new device that needs driver you let go.. also the usb debugging is useless due to the oddball usb host mode implementation.
Any other ideas at all on how to install firmware on this/get windows to recognize the drivers? I have tried this every way I can possibly think of. Do I just have a dud tablet?
It keeps getting stuck in M3-Chip mode (that's what it shows up as in device manager, this isn't what it is supposed to show up as after holding the volume buttons is it?)
Thanks.
liam2317 said:
Any other ideas at all on how to install firmware on this/get windows to recognize the drivers? I have tried this every way I can possibly think of. Do I just have a dud tablet?
It keeps getting stuck in M3-Chip mode (that's what it shows up as in device manager, this isn't what it is supposed to show up as after holding the volume buttons is it?)
Thanks.
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I have the same issue, my SN also starts with YFG10, it's the 4gb model with google play. Our version of the tablet has a different processor, the AML8726-M3 Cortex A9. Per my research, this is an RK3066 chip, so the drivers needed are RK30, along with the RK30update.exe I have downloaded these files elsewhere, and manually installed the RK30 driver, but it still seems not to be recognized.
liam2317 said:
Any other ideas at all on how to install firmware on this/get windows to recognize the drivers? I have tried this every way I can possibly think of. Do I just have a dud tablet?
It keeps getting stuck in M3-Chip mode (that's what it shows up as in device manager, this isn't what it is supposed to show up as after holding the volume buttons is it?)
Hmm will look into it.
Thanks.
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psi_lizard said:
I have the same issue, my SN also starts with YFG10, it's the 4gb model with google play. Our version of the tablet has a different processor, the AML8726-M3 Cortex A9. Per my research, this is an RK3033 chip, so the drivers needed are RK30, along with the RK30update.exe I have downloaded these files elsewhere, and manually installed the RK30 driver, but it still seems not to be recognized.
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This will not work on that model and its not adviseable to even try to make it work since the google play models may use different layouts and as you already found out are based on different chip.
You have to use the M3-CHIP driver. I attached the complete AML_Flash tool with all the files (inside you will find the drivers of M3-CHIP)
I hope this let us begin development for AML8726-M3 base tablets!!
WARNING: If you are on the RK3033 based Premium 7 SE with Google Apps (Detected as M3-Chip mode) do NOT flash this it may potentially brick it.
driver issue
i am also having a driver install issue windows 7 64 bit shows in device manager but will not install rock usb drivers....any way around this?
ive tried on a second pc and had the same results. windows cant install the usb drivers
SOLVE.. Thank you so much for this tool..great job
kibmcz, thank you very much for making this rom. for the flashing, I followed your instructions and there was no problem on nextbook 7 se with a serial number starting with yf0912. everyting is fine.
but some point, i got into play store and found that i could not install some app that it can run on other andriod tablet such as babel rising cataclysm. when i tried to install it by calling the app via web browser and selected play store, always show me "your device isn't compatible with this version" (another apps that i usually use it on my family tablet is banking, same and connot install on nextbook 7 se).
I tried to get the answer from the internet this problem is from the hardware or some configuration on my tablet but get nothing.
you have an idea about this? kindly advise me.
narongritl said:
kibmcz, thank you very much for making this rom. for the flashing, I followed your instructions and there was no problem on nextbook 7 se with a serial number starting with yf0912. everyting is fine.
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I have a Nextbook P 7 SE, Serial # YF0912XXXXX, But i cant get past the first 3 steps, says it cant find the driver, im running a Win7 64 Bit. My Nextbook model # is Next7D12F. It has the RK3066 Chip, but it doesnt have Google Play pre-installed.
DigiDan9909 said:
narongritl, I have a Nextbook P 7 SE, Serial # YF0912XXXXX, But i cant get past the first 3 steps, says it cant find the driver, im running a Win7 64 Bit. My Nextbook model # is Next7D12F. It has the RK3066 Chip, but it doesnt have Google Play pre-installed.
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This is for the rk2918 based model it won't work on the rk3066 models and even more so it could risk bricking them.
Note: There is no stock roms out for the rk3066 based nextbook tablets so a bad flash will leave you without device.
narongritl said:
kibmcz, thank you very much for making this rom. for the flashing, I followed your instructions and there was no problem on nextbook 7 se with a serial number starting with yf0912. everyting is fine.
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Click to collapse
kibmcz said:
This is for the rk2918 based model it won't work on the rk3066 models and even more so it could risk bricking them.
Note: There is no stock roms out for the rk3066 based nextbook tablets so a bad flash will leave you without device.
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kibmcz, I've been thru this whole thread and I can see that people are having problems with the RK30 chip, but from what i can tell what narongritl has said, he either has figured it out or got lucky, which I was hoping to get more details out of. We both have units that have similar serial numbers YF0912XXXXX. So I was hoping our units were the same.
Star B943 (B94M) MTK6589 Quad Core 4.5Inch 1GB RAM 4GB ROM Dual Camera 5.0MP+12MP WCDMA 3G Dual SIM Card SmartpPhone
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Please pay attention, there are two versions of this devices on the Market!!!
One is with Dualcore and the other one is with Quadcore MTK6589.
So be carefully with Flashing and Rooting the devices.
There is already some progress with CWM and Root on German chinamobiles.org Forum.
-------------------------------------------------------- Testing LeWa Port Rom -------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Update 07.05.2013: LeWaport_Star_B94M_22.05.13_cm08
My friends here comes a new LeWaport (cmod08) based on the stable release for Amoi N828.
If your already on lewa simple make backup, install cmod08.zip, wipe dalvik and cache after install, all others look instructions below.
Known bugs: Wifi nvrambug, with my fix bluetooh is only working after factory reset or resore data.
Update 07.05.2013: LeWaport_Star_B94M_08.05.13_cm04
Dear friends of LeWa here is a Test version based on LeWa Amoi N828
This version is rooted with gapps, no need to load these.
Hints for install:
1. Boot to CWM or TWRP Recovery
2. Make backup including boot and recovery ( TWRP 2.5.0.0 will be installed )
3. Wipe System partition
4. Install LeWaport_Star_B94M_07.05.13_cm03.zip
6. Reboot and be happy
Known errors: some chinese apps and strings, noLED patch still needed
Further steps: bugfixing, try to port multilanguage support (don´t hesitate to help )
New logo needed
-------------------------------------------------------- Hints for 4.2.1 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Update 03.05.2013: Batterylive improvement
User slein has submitted selfcoded apk for LED Fix ! Thanks to him!!!!
There are a lot of activities to fix sporadical battery drain. Following APK seems to be workaround install the app and disable LED notification with widget. Thx to all testers!
Good Batterytool
Update 26.04.2013: Japanese 4.2.1 JB-image from needrom
Well running 4.2.1 from needrom
for most users, please read carefully instructions, do backup (Titanium and/or CWM/TWRP) before update
and make Factory reset as described, to avoid most problems!
Howto Root 4.2.1 and GPS-Fix by JBrandtner
---------------------------- Hints for 4.1.2. --------------------------------------------------------
Update 18.04.2013: Wifi Mac change Fix ( Thx to okupka )
- use these file (make backup before!!!) with this guide and you are done
Update 12.04.2013: Different Sound improvements
People who have problems with sound try this link from Zopo-Forum
or from Patchworkoftips
Update 11.04.2013: Data Resize partition to 2.74GB Detailed description from here
1. We backup with recovery.
2. Unloaded and 2.74GB decompressed data (Thx to spanish friends! ).
3. SP Open Flashtool and as we have done before installing the recovery in scatter-loading MT6589_Android_scatter_emmc.txt select the file in the folder where we unzipped 2.74GB Data
4. We ensure that only EBR1 and EBR2 are marked.
5. We Give to Download, accept the prompt, connect via USB the phone off the PC. As with the recovery if the process fails, disconnect the cable, remove and put the battery and repeat this step.
6. If all goes well, will back the green circle. Disconnect the phone from the PC.
7. Now we go back to recovery (Turn on the phone by holding the power key + volume +).
8. In the recovery do wipe data / factory reset.
9. Optionally if you want to restore the data and installed applications we advance restore, choose the backup you made in step 1, and finally we give to Restore data.
10. Reboot from recovery. In this first boot after repartitioning we may see a notification saying the phone storage is damaged, then click in it. It will show a dialog box asking if you want to format the SD card, does not refer to the External SD but the phone's internal memory, so we do not fear clicking on Format. After doing the latter, voila, you have the Data partition (where apps are installed) extended to 2.74GB
Update 08.04.2013: 3G improvement
if phone is already root
Install from market the mobileuncle tools.
-> enter engineer mode (MTK).
-in modemtestactivity change "factory" for "telephone".
-in "band mode" GSM mode uncheck the "PCS1900."
New TWRP 2.4.4.0 Recovery available here
Update 03.04.2013: Networklocation Fix
by radekfor: i think i solved cell location problem.
Simply install latest Gapps for JB 4.1.2
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Click to collapse
http://goo.im/gapps/gapps-jb-20121011-signed.zip
-> boot to Recovery ( Mobileuncle Tools, or Quickboot,.... ) -> Install zip from SD-Card , ....
Update 28.03.2013: Working on JB 4.1.2
Here you go at your own risk
Drivers;
CWM 5504 and Root here;
German instruction here
New SP_Flash_Tool_v3.1304.0.119
After extracting the zip file:
1. Debug Mode in the Developer Tools Switch
2. Install the drivers ( others may work better, e.g. pdanet )
3. The superuser-313-arm-signed.zip from third copy to the external SD card
4. Phone off and take out battery
5. using the SPFTools load in directory 2. Scatterdatei -> load and Recovery.img, boot.img and flash (press download and then return battery back)
6. Disconnect the data cable after green OK
7. When switching power and Vol + hold when the Green Man comes release Power and Vol + hold on.
8. In CWM now make complete backup, after this install zip from SDcard install the superuser zip ... JB 4.2.1 may need other tools look here found by #90
9. skip step 7 +8 and install superuser using the MTKdroidtools and make backup (but it takes a relatively long time)
10. You can now delete with MTK Droidtool some China-apps."
PS: Backup Rom made with SPFtools->readback
Thanks for the alert.
I've got a quad core 6589 version, so far cannot find a way to root it..
And it's NetworkLocation.apk is missing, i tried a couple of NetworkLocation.apk from JellyBean gapps zip files, no one seems to work, either not installable, crash on boot or not working.
3G connection seems to be dodgy, H/H+ is shown on the top bar but data is not coming down normally, during 1 minute, only less than 100k data come down and not able to load even 1 page...
Anyone has the same problem?
Cheers,
Fish
star b943 (mtk6589 b94m)
could someone translate recovery menu from Chinese Language
Yes the baseband or antennas seems to be crap.
Start download and remove your hands from the device or take it only with two fingers on the upper side, then my downlads finish and downloads show normal values. Speedtest with upload is seems to be fine,...
If someone needs root or cwm write me pm, or give me public upload location I´m not so experienced with this,...
Best regards
Thanks for the advice
radekfor said:
could someone translate recovery menu from Chinese Language
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Translate into:
-Factory Reset
-Auto (Overall?) Test
-Manual (Overall?) Test
-Single Function Test
-Test report
-Clear eMMC
-Version Info
-Reboot
Hope this helping.:laugh:
how do you think about the Star N9589?
with same quad core cpu mt6589
haisir said:
how do you think about the Star N9589?
with same quad core cpu mt6589
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The MT6589 is really good stuff, for me its my personal Favorite , but I would prefer smaller devices with 4-4,7" max screensize.
5,5" and higher does not really fit in any shirt pocket. If I ever have to carry a bag for my phone I would prefer a tablet with much better screens and battery life.
So i´m looking forward to Jiayu G4, G5, UMI X1S, or something similar screensize
cmoegele said:
Update 28.03.2013:
Here you go at your own risk CWM 5504 and Root
Best regards
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That's great!!!!
Thanks, it worked!
Now I still have two problems:
- amazon app-shop doesn't start (it remains black with amazon logo)
- doesn't vibrate on call in vibration mode
does someone else have the same problems?
Thanks
B94M/B943 quad
Thank you everyone for your hard work and time. I have very little experience (twice with well established models)
I was wondering if someone could clean up the txt instruction translation so someone like me can avoid brick making. Even adding better detail would be sweet. I will copy below. Thanks in advance.
"ATTENTION: The Star B94M is available as dual and quad core version!
The tools here refer exclusively to Star B94M MTK6589 or B943 quadcore devices!
After extracting the zip file:
1. Debug Mode in the Developer Tools Switch
2. Install the drivers
3. The superuser-313-arm-signed.zip from third copy to the external SD card
4. Phone off and take out battery
5. using the SPFTools load in directory 2. Scatterdatei -> load and Recovery.img, boot.img and flash (press download and then return battery back)
6. Disconnect the data cable after green OK
7. When switching power and Vol + hold when the Green Man comes release Power and Vol + hold on.
8. In CWM now either only make complete backup, or install zip from SDcard install the superuser zip ...
9. skip step 7 +8 and install superuser using the MTKdroidtools and make backup (but it takes a relatively long time)
10. You can now delete with MTK Droidtool some China-apps."
bradstallion said:
That's great!!!!
Thanks, it worked!
Now I still have two problems:
- amazon app-shop doesn't start (it remains black with amazon logo)
- doesn't vibrate on call in vibration mode
does someone else have the same problems?
Thanks
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vibration problem was a wrong setting by my side... still have problems with amazon app-shop (very strange, I've it installed on many devices and different versions of android, jelly bean included)
angryfish99 said:
Thanks for the alert.
I've got a quad core 6589 version, so far cannot find a way to root it..
And it's NetworkLocation.apk is missing, i tried a couple of NetworkLocation.apk from JellyBean gapps zip files, no one seems to work, either not installable, crash on boot or not working.
3G connection seems to be dodgy, H/H+ is shown on the top bar but data is not coming down normally, during 1 minute, only less than 100k data come down and not able to load even 1 page...
Anyone has the same problem?
Cheers,
Fish
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The MTK chipsets have always been weak on data connection starting from the MTK6573. It's so bad that connection can be lost while my Samsung right beside it has a good connection.
Anybody knows what is wrong with this China made phones?
Star
I managed to root. Thanks for the help guys (sarcasm).......The files that "cmoegele" posted worked except for the usb driver files. I had to use PdAnet for connection. I'll be watching to see what other members find on the camera focus and poor data comms.
Thank You
Data upload is stable, and downlad has good values for a while, but slows down from time to time. So I think the device is not doing completly wrong. There needs to be still some finetuning in Baseband and Rom like man other devices always need.
The performance and quality is really good, even +2 days Batter lifetime is a good value for this powerful device.
I´m waiting for new Roms
fmehrtens said:
I managed to root. Thanks for the help guys (sarcasm).......The files that "cmoegele" posted worked except for the usb driver files. I had to use PdAnet for connection. I'll be watching to see what other members find on the camera focus and poor data comms.
Thank You
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Hi fmehrtens, may I know the RAM and ROM capacity of your phone model? I am wondering if 8GB ROM and 1GB RAM model can be rooted using same method, thanks.
Spec says 8GB ROM and 1GB RAM, however AnTuTu shows only 1GB ROM and 1GB RAM. Am I missing anything here?
Hello,
I've ordered this new phone Star One B943 Quad core, and i want to thank u for the rooting method ^^
I'm searching for the ROM stock, does anyone have the idea where i can find it ?
And i found that the Miz Z1 is the same phone, but with Android 4.2.1 installed. Do u think it's possible to upgrade the Star OS version with the Miz Z1 firmware ?
B934
windwaver said:
Hi fmehrtens, may I know the RAM and ROM capacity of your phone model? I am wondering if 8GB ROM and 1GB RAM model can be rooted using same method, thanks.
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It is a 4G ROM and 1G RAM. Just FYI, the first time I tried to root it did not root, I had to try it a couple of times, and then I also loaded the ZIP file on the ROM memory along with the SD card. It worked that time. Not sure if that's what helped or not. The phone is a really nice phone ecpecially after rooting. I am also having trouble with Amazon App store app, Netflix playing too slow and the camera focus.
Good Luck and Thanks!
Neodragon12 said:
Hello,
I've ordered this new phone Star One B943 Quad core, and i want to thank u for the rooting method ^^
I'm searching for the ROM stock, does anyone have the idea where i can find it ?
And i found that the Miz Z1 is the same phone, but with Android 4.2.1 installed. Do u think it's possible to upgrade the Star OS version with the Miz Z1 firmware ?
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I have got a Copy of the origin Rom done with SPFTools. If it is needed. You also can use the Scatterfile from the zip-file.
Do you have a link for the 4.2.1 Miz Z1 firmware ? Perhaps its a fake,...
Otherwise I will flash it to our device except the Preloader, so if it fails I could go back to stock.
cmoegele said:
Data upload is stable, and downlad has good values for a while, but slows down from time to time. So I think the device is not doing completly wrong. There needs to be still some finetuning in Baseband and Rom like man other devices always need.
The performance and quality is really good, even +2 days Batter lifetime is a good value for this powerful device.
I´m waiting for new Roms
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May I know the country you using the phone in? I have very bad experience with MTK chipsets with regards to data transfer. Other phones e.g. Samsung, LG do not give me this problem.
How to improve the data performance?
Android x86 (x86_64)
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First, thanks to the devs of the Android x86 project. Second, a thanks to the guys who have created the various patches that enable support for the Surface Pro 3 hardware in the Linux kernel.
This is an x86_64 build of Android (both userspace and kernel). The 32 bit only, as well as the 64 kernel/32 hybrid builds didn't work properly - 32 only wouldn't boot for me (YMMV?), and 32/64 would boot with audio but had issues too.
I and the other guys at the Android x86 project could very much use all the help and assistance you can provide in getting this device working. I'm not super up on the various tweaks possible and required within Android,
What Works:
WiFi
Battery and power status
Both Cameras
Power Button (only if you hold it down to shutdown; screen sleep does not work)
Type cover and mouse
Touch
Volume buttons
Video (DPI is not set to native, currently)
Not Working/Known Issues:
Random crashes
No OpenGL
Screen sleep/hibernate (works in Linux, I think)
Disconnecting the keyboard crashes the GUI, but it restarts
Rotation does not work, though I believe the rotation sensor should work
This is not ready to install, and the installer doesn't work. DO NOT USE THE INSTALLER
Sound does not work in this build; it may be a kernel config issue or a 64 bit issue as it worked on past kernels/builds (32 bit)
To install, download win32diskimager and use it to write the img file to a USB drive. You should then be able to live boot android from the stick, provided you have secure boot disabled.
DOWNLOAD:
https://mega.nz/#!RUV3gAiJ!nKnKTPS94UtMNAGcrvbeAjoh8FntJ-WqHZF2mw2J36s
How ironic - the volume buttons work and the volume doesn't, haha
In any case this is a great effort, and I can't wait to see where this project goes!
epic118 said:
How ironic - the volume buttons work and the volume doesn't, haha
In any case this is a great effort, and I can't wait to see where this project goes!
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Indeed...strange since I had more broken previous builds work fine with the audio. I probably need to check the kernel config.
Thanks!
Thread cleaned of some Drama.
If this thread isn't for you....move on, or report it if you feel it's breaking a rule.
Thanks,
Darth
Forum Moderator
ilikenwf said:
Indeed...strange since I had more broken previous builds work fine with the audio. I probably need to check the kernel config.
Thanks!
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It works great.
Any progress? Would there be anything I could do to help? Very interested in getting it working. Did you modify the source and compile it yourself?
Tested on SP3 i7 256.
aaroncmx said:
It works great.
Any progress? Would there be anything I could do to help? Very interested in getting it working. Did you modify the source and compile it yourself?
Tested on SP3 i7 256.
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Yay! Thanks for trying it!
I haven't had a chance to mess with it lately but will attempt to sometime this week. As far as help, I don't have anything public right now but only have changed things in the manifest and kernel repos. I could put those up on github or bitbucket if you'd like to mess with them as well. Yes, I compiled and configured myself, and added kernel patches for the SP3. I need to see what patches are required for kernel 4.1, because I believe it has some native support now.
ilikenwf said:
Yay! Thanks for trying it!
I haven't had a chance to mess with it lately but will attempt to sometime this week. As far as help, I don't have anything public right now but only have changed things in the manifest and kernel repos. I could put those up on github or bitbucket if you'd like to mess with them as well. Yes, I compiled and configured myself, and added kernel patches for the SP3. I need to see what patches are required for kernel 4.1, because I believe it has some native support now.
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I honestly know nothing about Linux, despite a decent programming background in C...
But soooo many people would be interested in this for their SP3. So keep it up!! And thanks heaps.
If there's anything I can do though to help, PM me. I read elsewhere that people try different versions and distributions of Linux to find functional drivers for devices, and then try to import them into the Android x86 package. I don't know if that's the case or not but if you want me to try find working stuff from different distros, I'll totally do it.
aaroncmx said:
I honestly know nothing about Linux, despite a decent programming background in C...
But soooo many people would be interested in this for their SP3. So keep it up!! And thanks heaps.
If there's anything I can do though to help, PM me. I read elsewhere that people try different versions and distributions of Linux to find functional drivers for devices, and then try to import them into the Android x86 package. I don't know if that's the case or not but if you want me to try find working stuff from different distros, I'll totally do it.
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To help, I'll always need testers (getting ready to try and upload a new build later today). As for distros, it's more just grabbing the appropriate kernel patches for hardware support. While some changes may need made to Android in places script wise for some hardware, everything else will "just work" once all the drivers are stable.
New build! See top post or: https://mega.nz/#!RUV3gAiJ!nKnKTPS94UtMNAGcrvbeAjoh8FntJ-WqHZF2mw2J36s
(removed) - bad build
Awesome!
The only thing is I'm not able to gain superuser access after installing(and so as live) so I can't install playstore.
The installer works for me; i installed it to my sd card. It would be great if the grub bootloader installer provides is a touch version.
If you install this build on your sd all the data is keept after the shutdown ?
nickisverygood said:
The only thing is I'm not able to gain superuser access after installing(and so as live) so I can't install playstore.
The installer works for me; i installed it to my sd card. It would be great if the grub bootloader installer provides is a touch version.
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No touch bootloader for now, but you could probably find one that would work.
aurelios69 said:
If you install this build on your sd all the data is keept after the shutdown ?
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You'd need to set the DATA= line in the bootloader, the Android-x86 site should have instructions.
Not mine, but rbg's build of Kitkat (now with the patches used here) for 32-bit, the most recent one, is rock solid! Sensors don't work yet and neither do the volume rockers, but everything else seems good!
https://groups.google.com/d/msg/android-x86/q-B7lrRzeiM/5IJ-J_J13s0J
ilikenwf said:
Not mine, but rbg's build of Kitkat (now with the patches used here) for 32-bit, the most recent one, is rock solid! Sensors don't work yet and neither do the volume rockers, but everything else seems good!
https://groups.google.com/d/msg/android-x86/q-B7lrRzeiM/5IJ-J_J13s0J
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Hi, even the sound works ?
Coube you please upload the patched version that you have ?
Many thanks
aurelios69 said:
Hi, even the sound works ?
Coube you please upload the patched version that you have ?
Many thanks
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I haven't built one of Kitkat yet, I'll have to try it with the patched kernel.
I just tried the latest build from rbg and it's great. Locking works, volume rockers and audio all work too.
But how do you install it? I've spent a few hours trying. I can't install from USB because the typecover won't work in the setup so I have to plug in a keyboard and use the MicroSD. So I shrinked the Windows partition and created a 32GB NTFS volume for Android and I've installed to it several times but can't get any sort of bootloader running.
I won't complain at all though. This is amazing and the installer probably has issues but I'll impatiently ask, does anyone know how to get it installed and bootable from SD or a seperate partition? (Not Live of course).
Thanks guys. And rbg.
I've not yet installed it but I think you'd have to setup a bootloader like refind or another, and if you need secure boot, you'd also need to setup a shim to be able to keep it turned on.
There are guides around that should work, I forget where, that you could adapt.
ilikenwf said:
I've not yet installed it but I think you'd have to setup a bootloader like refind or another, and if you need secure boot, you'd also need to setup a shim to be able to keep it turned on.
There are guides around that should work, I forget where, that you could adapt.
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I got it.
I just used an old Lenovo laptop to install from the bootable USB to the Micro SD, didn't install GRUB but did select to install GRUB2 EFI. Now the SD boots on the surface. This is totally amazeballs.
Hmm, alright. Bit of an issue. Driving me crazy.
The first install I performed worked fine. I installed from USB to SD card, it was bootable, rebootable, and retained user data.
I broke it trying to install the Google Frameworks. No problem, just re-image the SD and try again.
Since then, for the life of me, I can't get Android to boot on anything other than FAT32 or NTFS. Ext2 and Ext3 fail, all I get is the Android boot screen logo graphic with the moving bright bar that moves vertically though the logo. That one.
And I'm scratching my head. Like heaps. I tried different SD cards, re-imaging the USB I use to install onto the SD with, formatting the SD as Ext3 using different software, cleaning with diskpart and using other utilities to fully zero the SD and trying all over again. I can't work out why it worked the first time. I deff use Ext3 the first time around and had the entire SD card worth of accessible memory. NTFS would be fine but I don't understand why the installer doesn't allow > 2GB disk images?
Anyway, I don't mean to steal the topic. Just thought I'd post my issues in case I'm making any obvious mistakes, or perhaps solve the issue before it drives somebody else cray cray.
Thanks!! So close.
Edit: Couple hours later... No luck.
FAT32 Works with disk image 2GB limit.
Formatting the SD as NTFS and running the installation or formatting the SD as NTFS during the installation always seems to result in a FAT32 disk. (I was hoping to get it running as NTFS and expanding the 2GB disk image manually).
Formatting as Ext2 or Ext3 results in a laggy infinite Android graphic boot screen. Instead of a smooth animation, it's probably about 1fps.
This is taunting me. :'(
This thread intends to be a general thread for all things about the NuVision Tablet. The aim is to help other users of this tablet to be able to root their device, get a temporary recovery and to unbrick their device. I will add the guides for the following posts below in time. This would not have been possible without help from @andrei_kr.
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Technical Specifications:
Display: 8-inch IPS HD capacitive touchscreen
Resolution: 1280 x 800
Operating System: Android 4.4 Kit Kat
Processor: Intel® Atom Processor
Memory: 1GB DDR
Storage: 16GB
Micro SD Card Slot: Yes, expandable up to 64GB
Camera - Rear: 2MP
Camera - Front: 2MP
Audio: 3.5mm stereo jack with microphone
Wireless: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth: Bluetooth 4.0
Battery Type: Rechargeable lithium-ion
Battery Life: 6+ hours; results will vary based on usage and settings
Port: Micro USB
Sensor(s): Accelerometer
Backup/Root/Recovery
DISCLAIMER:
Rooting your phone and using custom Recoveries and ROM's have risks and may result in bricking your device, and has nothing to do with Google or the device manufacturers. In case of any mishap I am not responsible if you brick/ruin your phone in any way.
Basic computer skills are required and minimal knowledge about the phone and phone utilities also.
Make sure that whatever you do, you are doing it at your own responsibility.
How to backup of your stock ROM, install CWM and Root your device.
Requirements
ADB/Fastboot Drivers
Intel Android USB Drivers
SDcard (8GB of higher)
Temp recovery script
SuperSU
Steps
Download and unpack IntelAndroid-FBRL-07-24-2015.7z
Power off tab.
Hold Vol+ and press Power on the tab 5-10 seconds
You can see logo about 10 sec and after that DROIDBOOT will load
Connect USB cable to PC
Run launch.bat from IntelAndroid-FBRL-07-24-2015 folder
Type ACCEPT and press Enter
Type 5 and ENTER (cwm.zip)
Type T3 and ENTER (or T4)
CWM will load after 10 sec.
Select backup to external sd card.
After the backup is complete, copy it to the PC to ensure it's safe.
Follow steps 1-10 again and go to install zip from sdcard or external and select the SuperSU zip file and flash it.
NOTE: DO NOT FLASH ANY ROMS WITH THIS RECOVERY IT IS ONLY TEMPORARY. I DID NOT TEST XPOSED SO BE CAREFUL.
Credits
@andrei_kr
@social-design-concepts
@vampirefo
@Chainfire
Unbrick your Tab!
To unbrick your device all you simply have to do is go back to the CWM and restore your backup that you created earlier. If you don't have one, here is a copy of a working backup ---> Google Drive. Credits to @andrei_kr, say thanks!
How to fix touch!
If you unbricked your tablet and your touch isn't working, there is no need to worry. @andrei_kr has provided a guide on how to fix that touchscreen. Credits to him.
NOTE: If your touch is working then do not try this, it will mess up your touch!!
You probably got this touchscreen issue by flashing a different kernel with incorrect drivers.
Now your configuration is likely to differ from the native. You can view the konifig in command prompt or in the terminal :
Code:
cat /proc/gt9xx_config
(only mtk) or using the gtp_tools apk (it is in the attached file below).
It starts with the byte sequence: 0x41 0x1C 0x02 0xC0 0x03
0x41 - 65 version
0x1C 0x02 - 540 horizontal resolution
0xC0 0x03 - 960 vertical resolution
Touch must somehow work to press the button, if there is support otg, then it's easier, you can connect a mouse.
1. Install the gtp_tools_v2.6_20140126_special.apk
2. Go to the option Firmware update. Click refresh, see IC Version: 913_1020 then touch GT913 firmware and 1020.
3. Go to the option Config Settings, press read, the data were considered. Under Normal Config we have:
65 version
540 horizontal resolution
960 vertical resolution
4. Click browse, select click browse to the native config.
5. Native configuration take from your device, in the same paragraph, press the save (saves the backup config file). Native configuration for Fly IQ446 in the attached file. Press send.
6. If nothing has changed, look at the version you have and native config. Then change the version of the file in the native config in your hex.
Example: 0x41 = 65 home, a stranger 0x49 = 73 => replace the 0x41 to 0x49.
Xposed does work
Make sure you're rooted and have a working backup.
Download and install Xposed but don't run yet.
Version name:
2.6.1
Release type:
Stable (low risk of bugs)
Download:
de.robv.android.xposed.installer_v32_de4f0d.apk (711.77 KB)
Number of downloads:
11,141,690 in total · 8,610 in the last 24 hours
MD5 checksum:
de4f0dc569f96dbcc5668d40fa76040b
Uploaded on:
Tuesday, May 20, 2014 - 21:59
Changes:
- Fixed a crash with some apps (Disa, Rdio)
- Some minor UI improvements
- A few translation updates
Now either use an android terminal emulator or ADB and run these commands
1. su
2. echo 148 > /data/data/de.robv.android.xposed.installer/conf/jit_reset_offset
3. chmod 664 /data/data/de.robv.android.xposed.installer/conf/jit_reset_offset
Now you can install the Xposed framework.
max0r4axor said:
Xposed does work
Make sure you're rooted and have a working backup.
Download and install Xposed but don't run yet.
Version name:
2.6.1
Release type:
Stable (low risk of bugs)
Download:
de.robv.android.xposed.installer_v32_de4f0d.apk .
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Thanks for report.
First want to say much thanks for this thread, it was getting frustrating trying to find a solution.
I have encountered a slight issue trying to unstuck 2 of these devices.
neither have been rooted and are stock devices.
i cant seem to get cwm to locate the backup that you supplied.
do i need to copy it to the cwm backup folder on my sd card?
Jingbadguy said:
First want to say much thanks for this thread, it was getting frustrating trying to find a solution.
I have encountered a slight issue trying to unstuck 2 of these devices.
neither have been rooted and are stock devices.
i cant seem to get cwm to locate the backup that you supplied.
do i need to copy it to the cwm backup folder on my sd card?
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Yes you do. Copy it to your sd card. Btw if your device is stock why do you want to restore this one?
kirito9 said:
Yes you do. Copy it to your sd card. Btw if your device is stock why do you want to restore this one?
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both are stuck in bootloader.
i was assuming i could just just reflash...
cant find a stock copy anywhere...
Jingbadguy said:
both are stuck in bootloader.
i was assuming i could just just reflash...
cant find a stock copy anywhere...
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Oh I thought they were working. Follow the procedure above to fix.
NuVision TM101A510L
Will this method work with the NuVison TM101A510L. It seems like a lot of work to do if I'm not sure about this model. Also I have a problem with this model overheating and crashing when I play Pixel Gun 3d and it's pissing me off. I just fired off a curse filled missive to NuVision support. They don't even list this model on their registration page and it seems they have no faith in this model. I will never buy this brand again, in fact I would recommend against it to my customers. I've used Azpen tablets with no problem rooting or playing Pixel Gun 3d. I took a chance and I'm so damned sorry I did.
;angry
Thank you so much for this thread!!! I have been looking for a recovery for a few months now and cant believe I didn't find this until now...
ok so a minor problem... I cant seem to flash the recovery... Not sure if ive placed the recovery file on my sd card properly or not cause i locate a few backup files none of which have any effect. I gave up in frustration untill now. ( Currrently working on a few androids one rooting one imea changing so figured id take a crack at these devices again. THe layer of dust on these things are getting a bit thick.)
williamglick said:
Will this method work with the NuVison TM101A510L. It seems like a lot of work to do if I'm not sure about this model. Also I have a problem with this model overheating and crashing when I play Pixel Gun 3d and it's pissing me off. I just fired off a curse filled missive to NuVision support. They don't even list this model on their registration page and it seems they have no faith in this model. I will never buy this brand again, in fact I would recommend against it to my customers. I've used Azpen tablets with no problem rooting or playing Pixel Gun 3d. I took a chance and I'm so damned sorry I did.
;angry
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I think the models numbers are specific so I can't say for certain that this will work with your tab. Try the fastboot/rooting procedure first and then maybe you can just restore the system partition only not corrupting the boot/kernel.
Unidave199 said:
Thank you so much for this thread!!! I have been looking for a recovery for a few months now and cant believe I didn't find this until now...
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You're welcome. I waited months also before finding a working backup.
Jingbadguy said:
ok so a minor problem... I cant seem to flash the recovery... Not sure if ive placed the recovery file on my sd card properly or not cause i locate a few backup files none of which have any effect. I gave up in frustration untill now. ( Currrently working on a few androids one rooting one imea changing so figured id take a crack at these devices again. THe layer of dust on these things are getting a bit thick.)
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You are using the fastboot method correct? If the recovery script says finished as in no errors show on the screen then it could be the device itself. What do you see?
kirito9 said:
You are using the fastboot method correct? If the recovery script says finished as in no errors show on the screen then it could be the device itself. What do you see?
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ill let you know just as soon as i can get back to working on those devices... im prety sure if memory serves correctly, that I was getting some errors regarding unable to mound sd or ext sd. I could be wrong but thats what comes to mind.
Im up to my neck in jobs on other devices. (rooting galaxy S5, changing imei on another S5, IMEI change on a LG Stylo 2 plus, Galaxy Tab 2 system issues need to diagnose, and several screen and lcd replacments)
STUCK
ok so i have a little time to work on these....
When i run the launch.bat and get to fastboot, it goes through the instalation and everything checks ok till the very end where it says failed cause too many links.
included the screenshot so you can see.
At this point im unsure if i just need to try flashing the supersu zip like it instructs but having tried befor it had no luck.
can I not just flash twrp on this thing then su like with most root methods?
after ive flashed super su, when i go to restor the working backup i see a list of backups... including yours but when i select it i always get :
checking md5 sums...
md5 mismatch!
what now?
(i tried just flashing the boot but even that comes back with same error)
I know on other devices the recovery is an img file any the one you provide is a rar... i extracted to my desktop and was gonna try flashing with abd/fastboot but since its not an img file, im thinking it wont work...
any thoughts?
Im still unsure how to flash the recovery that u supply in the section for fixing bootloop....
Jingbadguy said:
ok so i have a little time to work on these....
When i run the launch.bat and get to fastboot, it goes through the instalation and everything checks ok till the very end where it says failed cause too many links.
included the screenshot so you can see.
At this point im unsure if i just need to try flashing the supersu zip like it instructs but having tried befor it had no luck.
can I not just flash twrp on this thing then su like with most root methods?
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The too many links error is common for this device. Touch doesn't work with TWRP on this device so CWM is out only go. You can root and using cwm like any other root method.