Hello there!
I'm ordering this phone in a few days and will be posting all my findings here. There are no good reviews out for this device so I'm taking a risk, there might be some faults that I will discover.
Here are the specs:
Jiayu G6 MTK6592 Octa Core 1.7GHz Android 4.2 Smartphone 2GB Ram 32GB Rom 5.7 Inch FHD Gorilla Glass IPS Screen Black
- Android OS 4.2
- MTK6592 1.7GHz Octa Core
- 5.7 Inch 1920 * 1080 Pixel FHD IPS Gorilla Glass Screen
- 2GB Ram 32GB Rom
- 13MP (F2.2) Back Camera 8.0MP Front Camera
- Support Multi-language, 3G, GPS, WIFI, Bluetooth, etc
- 3500mAh Strong Battery(Bulit in)
- Dimensions 156 x 79 x 8 mm
- Weight 165g or 173g?
- Display refresh rate 58hz
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Needrom link http://www.needrom.com/phone-roms/jiayu/g6-jiayu/
TWRP https://yadi.sk/d/5Ldyk3QrZp5bP
Flash recovery with mobileuncles tools (place recovery in sdcard) or Flashtools (available from needrom link)
Custom ROM coming soon!
Kitkat update has been released! Build number: G6-20140929-144358,2014093
kitkat G6-20140929 download: https://cloud.mail.ru/public/3670a7a4ef72/G6-20140929-1443584.4.zip
been using 4.4 for a few hours and already it seems pretty good. RAM usage is good and xposed works!
The battery, dimensions and dual speakers are what interest me most. When comparing to the Note 3, this is just 5mm taller and has an extra 300mah in the battery.
Anyone else have this phone?
Ordered a white 32gb/2gb model today, cost £200.99. Also bought a rubber case for £2.something
Delivery is 5-15 business days. hopefully i get it soon, very excited
1. No Kitkat release yet
2. Call ID is not display for incoming call
3. Not root available
Had a look at a Russian forum, and many users have reported the speakers rattling, and some guy had quite a few dead pixels on his device. I really hope mine doesn't have any dead pixels arghh.
TWRP is available, and maybe a MIUI Rom. Gonna post links later
tuottuontuot said:
1. No Kitkat release yet
2. Call ID is not display for incoming call
3. Not root available
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Have a Jiayu G3.
Delivery already root !
Maybe the Jiayu G6 is delivery with root too.
I've that one
Hi,
I already have this one for over a month now and I really like it. But I hope the community gets bigger.
So there will be more tricks and tweaks. I'm just a thinker and leecher.
Wdeb
Got the device yesterday and so far ive been quite impressed.
Build quality is good, no creaking.
GPS works very well! Gets a lock with no internet in 10 seconds. Very accurate, more than suitable for regular navigation.
Speakers are VERY good, loud+clear.
Front camera 8mp is v/good, soooo much detail. Rear camera is good, focuses very fast. There is a lot of noise in low light however, and shutter speed becomes very slow.
WiFi signal is strong, better than all my prev droid devices.
Root can be enabled in settings
Bad stuff:
Stock launcher and theme are very ugly, also the app switcher is iOS style, and slow. Also note this gives the wrong RAM usage reading.
Overall, ui isn't as quick as it should be. Don't get 60fps transitions everywhere. The jiayu g3s beats the g6 there.
'Aliyun OS' atm xposed probably won't work and will cause brick.
Will comment on battery later, but screen on time will be around 5 hours.
Discovered some small bug in the camera app. Photo mode must be set to '13mp 4:3' for the video camera to record in 1080p, otherwise it will be 720p.
The gyroscope (might) be messed up, the axis are swapped, so if you move left or right on x axis, the phone thinks you are moving up or down on y axis. This is common with mtk6592 devices. I've only tried using the gyroscope in street view on google maps, so could just be a bug in that app.
I got 6h37 minutes screen on time a few days ago! Without a doubt the battery is 3500mah. Phone was on minimum brightness, wifi was on all the time and 3g was active for about 90 minutes. I was basically using snapchat all day. The battery percent is slightly inaccurate, 100 to 90 percent decreases slowly, then lasting 90% decreases in a linearly. Some other people have also had a miscalculated battery, it is something to look out for but not much of a problem, since the battery lasts so long anyway. I don't think recalibrating with an app will fix this but I will try.
The Jiayu S2 was very recently updated to kitkat. That phone has identical specs to the G6, so I think it is very likely the G6 will get updated to kitkat soon too.
Chrome browser scrolling is really laggy, stock browser performance is very good, but most the search providers are Chinese. I recommend using Bing, as that detects your language. Google is in Chinese. You can set your homepage to the correct language.
I've own also a G6 and have massive problem with it... ob better with the backup i've done befor i updated the rom to the newest version.
I’m not able to restore the user data with the build in “Android system recovery e3″, it simple says “no sd-card” (G6 has only phonememory, no sd). I've made the backup via e3 befor i flashed the new version, so i have now a clean g6, a backup from nearly 530MB (named “userdata_20140820_184248.backup”) and can´t restore it. Is there another solution to restore it (I have already tried nanodroid and TitanBackup, none can work with this backup-typ (will not show it)…
If i have a look at the phone with the root explorer, it shows me to under root\sdcard the phonememory, under root\storage sdcard0 (which is also the phonememory) and sdcard1
, which is only r/o with a size of "0". Phonememory is shown as 24,11 GB. It seems that something went wrong with the update.... Meanwhile i have restored the apps manually, but i'm not able to do a new Backup (error: no sd-card if i use the build in e3-backup solution)....
Any idea how to fix this error?
Firmware update??
I was reading the last reply, were Chris4Me mentioned a new firmware??? But where does that one come from?
I did see the one on Needrom, from Socrates. But because I can't find a back-up-method that completely backs up the phone, I haven't tried it. I want to go back to the former state. So something like ghost-images for the PC but now for the phone. Does someone have that?
I do like the G6 a lot. Sometimes it lags a bit, but most of the time it works perfect.
Wdeb
wdeb1 said:
I was reading the last reply, were Chris4Me mentioned a new firmware??? But where does that one come from?
I did see the one on Needrom, from Socrates. But because I can't find a back-up-method that completely backs up the phone, I haven't tried it. I want to go back to the former state. So something like ghost-images for the PC but now for the phone. Does someone have that?
I do like the G6 a lot. Sometimes it lags a bit, but most of the time it works perfect.
Wdeb
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Hi,
its a little bit trick (MTK droid tools), just follow the link hxxp://avansia-group.blogspot.de/2014/06/tutorial-bakcup-rom-original-with-mtk.html
Bye the way: a new rom version is available: hxxp://avansia-group.blogspot.de/2014/06/tutorial-bakcup-rom-original-with-mtk.html
chris
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Chris4You said:
Hi,
its a little bit trick (MTK droid tools), just follow the link hxxp://avansia-group.blogspot.de/2014/06/tutorial-bakcup-rom-original-with-mtk.html
Bye the way: a new rom version is available: hxxp://avansia-group.blogspot.de/2014/06/tutorial-bakcup-rom-original-with-mtk.html
chris
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I do understand, but there are 2 of the same links.....
Glad for this one, but not a new rom?
Wdeb
wdeb1 said:
I was reading the last reply, were Chris4Me mentioned a new firmware??? But where does that one come from?
I did see the one on Needrom, from Socrates. But because I can't find a back-up-method that completely backs up the phone, I haven't tried it. I want to go back to the former state. So something like ghost-images for the PC but now for the phone. Does someone have that?
I do like the G6 a lot. Sometimes it lags a bit, but most of the time it works perfect.
Wdeb
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Install the custom recovery, and perform a back up in there.
wdeb1 said:
I do understand, but there are 2 of the same links.....
Glad for this one, but not a new rom?
Wdeb
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Sorry, i can't post the full link, just take the usual link to the webpage "needrom" and concat a SLASH and "download/07-07-2014/" (without ", of course
chris
4.4 rom has been released!
http://translate.google.co.uk/trans...-144358&rls=com.microsoft:en-GB:MIE-SearchBox
havent installed yet. but for those who install, you may want to replace the dialer and contacts apks with aosp ones.
jaw2floor said:
4.4 rom has been released!
hxxp://translate.google.co.uk/translate?hl=en&sl=zh-CN&u=hxxp://bbs.ejiayu.com/thread-1226087-1-1.html&prev=/search%3Fq%3DG6-20140929-144358%26rls%3Dcom.microsoft:en-GB:MIE-SearchBox
havent installed yet. but for those who install, you may want to replace the dialer and contacts apks with aosp ones.
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How do you managed it to download the ROM; Can't find a link (can't read the chin-language ;o)
Tanks,
chris
Chris4You said:
How do you managed it to download the ROM; Can't find a link (can't read the chin-language ;o)
Tanks,
chris
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Here's the link. I don't think it includes flashtools program. In flashtools select 'upgrade firmware'. The phone storage is formatted, you will lose all data on the phone so remember to backup!
https://cloud.mail.ru/public/3670a7a4ef72/G6-20140929-1443584.4.zip
Might make a tutorial in weekend
Hi,
thank you... i'll download it...
Done... there are no (flash-)tools in the package...
By the way, which recovery solution are you using (cwm/twr)?
I've tried severale (for example: Carliv Touch 6044 v2.5), but none will work (i always get a "no sdcard" error), reason seems to be the virtual sdcard of the G6...
So i'm using instead of cwm/twr the titaniumbackup and nanodroid... i hope it will work, i don't will loose all my apps and data again...
chris
hi... Before I installed the stock ROM, " G6W 20140707-105159 " but it does not detect touch
Hardware : MT6592
Model : JY-G6
Build number : G6W 20140707-105159
Build date UTC : 20140707-025159
Android v : 4.2.2
Baseband v: MOLY.WR8.W1315.MD.WG.MP.V21.P24, 2014/04/22 17:20
Kernel v : 3.4.39 ([email protected]) (gcc version 4.6.x-google 20120106 (prerelease) (GCC) ) #1 SMP Mon Jul 7 10:50:49 CST 2014
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After I installed above kitkat 4.4 ROM, only I did download the above file. "Firmware Upgrade" option and the "SP_FLASH_TOOL V5" with the program has been installed. Opens the installation smart phone, Nope problems with installation files and " Preloaders " downloaded. But senses at different points
Not touch screen senses at different points..! I installed the June update, does not work
1.Preloaders replace it with another?
2.Where to download link please?
3.Or Have a fix file?
4.perceive touch at different points does not operate normally, how do I fix it?
Rooting G6
Hi All,
I ordered G6 and will receive it next week.
Is there a way for rooting the device?
I need the root to repair the IMEI due to custom regulations in my country.
Jiayu support answered that there is no engineerinf mode available on the original ROM.
Therefore I need the root to play with Mobile Uncle Tools.
Thx in advance
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Hello xda community, this thread is for the ZTE Source (n9511)
Device info:
CODE NAME: hera
Type Smartphone
Form Factor Candy Bar
Height 5.31" Width 2.64" Depth 0.40" Weight 5.0 oz
Display Physical Size 4.5"
Resolution: Width 480 Resolution: Height 854
Technology FWVGA (218ppi) TFT Capacitive 5-point Multi-Touch
Platform OS Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean)
Camera Main Resolution 5.0 MP Features Auto-Focus, LED Flash, Backside Illuminated Sensor Video Capture 720p HD Front-Facing Resolution 1 MP with Backside Illuminated Sensor Fixed-Focus
Processor CPU 1.2 GHz Dual-Core Qualcomm SnapDragon™ MSM8930
Battery Capacity 2070 mAh
Memory Internal 1GB RAM + 4GB ROM (Approx 2GB available to end user) Expandable MicroSD, up to 32GB
Networks Frequencies CDMA 1x EVDO rev. A - Cell (800), PCS (1900), AWS (1700/2100) LTE -- Band Class 2/4/25
Connectivity Bluetooth 4.0 Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n Mobile Hotspot Yes GPS GPS, Assisted GPS (aGPS,) Simultaneous GPS (sGPS) USB Yes Headset Jack 3.5mm
Audio & Video Audio Format MP3, AMR-NB(3gp), OGG, AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, MIDI, SP-MIDI, WAV, M4A Video Format MP4, H.263, H.264 Sound Technology SRS Enhanced Sound
Messaging Features SMS, MMS, Swype Predictive Text
Accessory Compatibility Hearing Aid Compliance M4/T4 Text Telephone (TTY) Compatibility Yes -
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Root using the method found here or use Framaroot !
(Framaroot method requires manual install of supersu, help can be provided if needed)
Video help found here
Online user manual found here
DaemeonZane said:
To get to recovery: Either restart the device and hold Volume Up, or completely power it down and start with the volume up.
Factory Test Mode: Same thing as recovery, except you use Volume Down.
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Thanks:
DaemeonZane for probing and finding FTM & Recovery!
Junkie2100 for porting cwm!
cooldudezach for the OC Kernel!
SuperR for the stock/deodexed Roms.
Anyone else who helped with this device, big or small!
News:
*****WE HAVE FASTBOOT!!!***** Thanks DaemeonZane!!!
Code:
[B]To enter fastboot see [URL="http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=48295134&postcount=23"]this[/URL] post!
For recovery files to build custom recovery, see [URL="http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=48319535&postcount=29"]this[/URL] post![/B]
*****WE HAVE CWM!!!***** BIG THANKS TO Junkie2100 and DaemeonZane for their hard work!!! And strykerhandy for being the brave one to test it first!
Code:
[B]To install CWM Custom recovery see [URL="http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=48374851"]this[/URL] post![/B]
*****Download the Stock Rom Pre-rooted / Deodexed (Courtesy of SuperR)*****
Code:
[B]Download Rom [URL="http://androidforums.com/showthread.php?t=816616"] Here[/URL] [/B]
*****Beta OC cdz Kernel for the ZTE Source (courtesy of cooldudezach)*****
click here.
USB switch test
Code:
[SIZE=3]On the phone go to Dialer and enter *983*87274#[/SIZE]
To App or Not To App...
Here is a list of apps I successfully disabed/froze using RootAppDelete:
Frozen:
Cricket Navigator
Cricket 411
Data Connect
My Backup
Disabled:
Black Hole
Browser
Bubbles
Camera
Chrome
com.android.wallpaper.holospiral
Cricket Ignite
Email
Face Unlock
File Manager
Gallery
Google Play Books
Google Play Games
Google Play Magazines
Google Play Movies
Google Play Music
Google+
Hangouts
Magic Smoke Wallpapers
Music
Music Visualization Wallpapers
News & Weather
Phase Beam
Shop
Swipe
Task Manager
Twitter
Video Player
World Time
ZTE FOTA
USERS MUST HAVE ROOT ACCESS TO FREEZE/DISABLE APPS WITH RootAppDelete!!!
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Check out my YouTube video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CMcWjfknZ1E&feature=youtube_gdata_player
Sent from my JellyBeer Fire HD
Screenshots:
Sent from my ZTE_N9511 using xda premium
Cricket Ignite
I just got my ZTE N9511 on Black Friday. Last night they stopped me from using PowerAmp Pro that I got from torrent downloads. Today I uninstalled it, installed Titanium Backup Pro and deleted Cricket Ignite off my phone... I am still wet behind the ears with all of this, will my phone be okay, and is there anything else I should take off my phone as far as system apps go?
@JOEP702
So far I have froze/disabled a few system apps.. Click here to see.
Sent from my ZTE_N9511 using xda premium
custom rom for zte source ?
Anyone knows about A custom rom for the zte source?
@2012crazymexican
From what I have heard, there is no fastboot for the Source... which means ... well I don't know for sure but I believe you need fastboot in order to flash a custom ROM. I am far from a Dev, and have little experience beyond simple adb commands and a few fastboot commands. There IS a way to put software on this device, though I doubt ZTE is going to give out its secrets. If this phone becomes more popular then hopefully we will get some smart devs, like Hashcode for example, who can work on this phone. Until then, I will be doing whatever I can to unlock this device as best as I can.
Sent from my ZTE_N9511 using xda premium
So I'm a dumbass
The title says it all. Apparently I either deleted the wrong thing, or something, but I just got my Source this afternoon and did the root on it, and then installed Titanium Backup.... I did a backup of all the apps, but when I try to restore, I get multiple failures. Not sure what happened and frankly don't care, (the phone still works great minus the Ignite crap by the way) but I've found factory test mode and the recovery module...
Using this method I'd like some of you rooted folks to try and do a ROM dump. Try it from Factory Test Mode AND the Recovery Mode.
To get to recovery: Either restart the device and hold Volume Up, or completely power it down and start with the volume up.
Factory Test Mode: Same thing as recovery, except you use Volume Down.
I'm gonna do a DD on this and download the full SDK, see what I can figure out, but I am so not a Dev, dudes and dudettes, so it'll be up to the ZTE lovers out there to make it happen. I'm also looking to see about Link2SD support and EXT4 support, though with all the storage, it'll be awhile before I fill mine...
Still, this is a brand new phone, pretty much, and I'm gonna love messing around with it with you folks, but I've been around dev's and fankids before: androidforums Admire and Evo 4G threads, to name two. I sincerely hope that we can all work together to pimp this darn thing instead of fighting like a bunch of kids :highfive: I'll post my DD dumps and whatnot as I get them, and try on your devices as well. The more people we have working on this the better.
@DaemeonZane
Thanks for the info! Added to OP.
Have you managed to get the driver installed for FTM?
Recovery is crap... No zip install... no backup.... but a must have regardless.
ALL THE MORE REASON WHY WE NEED SOME SMART DEVS HELPING!!
CWM or TWRP would be great! Custom Roms would be great!
Hey Gus.
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Hey guys I too am a noob and don't know anything hardly about Modding the android system but I am totally techale and willing to try almost anything. I got this phone to learn on but I am finding out tbat there isn't much soft ware writtien for this model so I get to work with you guys on some real development instead of just flashing and recovering...
I really want to k kW if anyone has had any luck finding and flashing any costoms at all... if so could you post the link with instructions. Thanks guys
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Krsmqn said:
@DaemeonZane
Thanks for the info! Added to OP.
Have you managed to get the driver installed for FTM?
Recovery is crap... No zip install... no backup.... but a must have regardless.
ALL THE MORE REASON WHY WE NEED SOME SMART DEVS HELPING!!
CWM or TWRP would be great! Custom Roms would be great!
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I got it to register just by having Windows Update look for dirvers. Picked a good ADB driver right off the bat.... Right now I've got root and am attempting to use an adb shell and rkdump to get a good image.... but under /dev/block I can't identify what's recovery, what's system, etc.; all I get is the following:
It's kind of a pain in my ass, because I'm not quite sure what's what, but if any of you have used ZTE devices before, you'd have a better idea of their naming conventions than I would... tell me what to dump and I've got you, just keep in mind I'm no longer stock (i.e., I've deleted a lot of the bloatware from the system)
@DaemeonZane
Excellent work! I will try the windows update idea. The driver for FTM is the only driver I couldn't find. I have ZTE_Android USB_Driver_For_Microsoft_PC and ZTE Handset USB Driver 5.2066.1.8 But neither of those provide the FTM driver. You are making good strides towards unlocking the potential for this phone. We do need someone helping who is a linux wiz or ZTE wiz.
Have you had any success with googling those listed items (like mmcblk0p1)?
#GREAT WORK! :good:
@strykerhandy
Welcome to the thread!
I'm excited to have as many ZTE Source owners working on this device as we can. Any help you can provide is appreciated. As far as any questions you might have, ... what you read here is it! Lol! This device is so new that there isn't anything else written about it outside of specs and reviews. As far as I know, this is the only thread out there ... here on xda, or anywhere for that matter.
@DaemeonZane
I'll do some research and see what I can find.
Possible useful links:
http://androidforums.com/vital-all-things-root/786172-extract-zte-vital-stock-rom-dump.html
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1771347
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[COLOR="Red"][SIZE="3"]The clear goal here is getting fastboot for this device....if possible.[/SIZE][/COLOR]
Krsmqn said:
As far as I know, this is the only thread out there ... here on xda, or anywhere for that matter.
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You are correct. cricketusers.com/cricket-zte-source/ has a couple basic threads discussing specs, but that's about it. AndroidForums doesn't even have a whole lot on it... So we're it.
As far as googling the partitions, and whatnot, not so much, but it is what it is. I'm currently at work (Buffalo Americas) but when I get to the house tonight I'll be able to dig up a bit more. I'm a Linux enthusiast, but my main bag is actually networking and security... lol Still working on getting that dump, but if anyone figures it out and can make it happen, post it for the world to see... I've never had an Android in my hands that wasn't rooted and customized to some degree, and I'm not giving up on this one just yet... lol
Not a bad benchmark...
I'm having an issue attaching a screenshot right now. Benchmark was 14434. I'll get a picture up later.
Also, I managed to create a gz file... might help someone.
https://www.dropbox.com/s/l2ayo4insgwnptb/system.info.gz
Sent from my ZTE_N9511 using xda premium
So i have rooted and already had to fix the "cannot establish reliable data connection to server" problem.... thats how i bricked my last phone but using titanium backup and wifi its a for sure fix.... anyway so i am not well read about the basics of the platform and i dont know if this an option or not but jas anyone tried the Cwm recovery builder? I got on there and read up on it but its to.advanced for me right now... also i cant figure out why basic flashing wont work from romtoolbox pro. I have tried frlashing some. BOot animations and i did some.fonts but the animations stop half way through and screen goes black till the.phone boots. Any advice is welcomed and appreciated..
Sent from my ZTE_N9511 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app
I will look into the cwm builder... As for the boot animations, perhaps you need to resize them. Not all are designed for our layouts. Just a thought.
*Edit* Using ROM toolbox pro I was able to change my boot animation. So it does work.
Sent from my JellyBeer Fire HD
thanks hit me up if u guys make a custom rom
Just hit me up if u guys create a custom rom
So the evita has made it into the first group of devices with official nightly builds for CM12!
You can read the blog post from CyanogenMod here: cyanogenmod.org/blog/the-l-is-for-lollipop
Or... you can jump right into the downloads here: download.cyanogenmod.org/?device=evita
Hi All-
I've built CyanogenMod 12 from source for the HTC One XL.
Nothing has been modified, and the only thing required to get it to work was some trickery with the proprietary blobs.
Most everything seems to be working properly!
There are some app glitches I've seen (particularly video playback), but I'm guessing it's not specific to this device.
Some of the video problems can be solved by disabling the NuPlayer in the Developer options.
Updated 2014-12-16. Video appears to be a bit more stable.
Updated 2014-12-22. Update to Android 5.0.2! (whatever that means)
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Tested working:
Mobile network
Wifi
Camera
Bluetooth
GPS
Play Store, google apps, etc.
I'm running HBOOT 2.18, s-off, TWRP 2.8.1.0; so I'd recommend you do the same
Steps:
Download CM12; put it on your SD card:
cm-12-20141229-UNOFFICIAL-evita.zip
cm-12-20141229-UNOFFICIAL-evita.zip.md5sum
Download PA Beta Google Apps; put it on your SD card:
(Not required, but you'll want this for the Play Store app)
[GAPPS][5.0.x][BETA] OFFICIAL Up-to-Date PA-GOOGLE APPS (All ROM's) [2014-12-25]
Reboot to recovery.
Take a backup if you want.
Do a 'factory reset'.
(NOTE!!! Do not do the factory reset from the bootloader, since that will wipe ALL your files)
Install CM12 & Google Apps.
Reboot!
I'll be making more builds as time goes on, until we get official support.
Have fun and let me know if anything goes wrong!
A note about md5sums:
I don't know why people don't seem to recommend doing this, but TWRP will automatically check md5 hashes for you.
Just include the .md5sum file in the same folder as the .zip file.
I've had corrupted downloads/transfers before, and they're easy to avoid.
XDA:DevDB Information
CyanogenMod 12.0 Unofficial, ROM for the AT&T HTC One X
Contributors
sjmik
ROM OS Version: 5.0.x Lollipop
ROM Kernel: Linux 3.4.x
ROM Firmware Required: HBOOT 2.18
Based On: CyanogenMod 12.0
Version Information
Status: Nightly
Created 2014-12-14
Last Updated 2015-01-06
You guys are awesome, hope to see soon the official one.
Thanks for this great ROM.
I've been having some trouble with the phone app. It hangs while ending the call.
I also tried to check muy IMEI and it's blank. (Check attached picture)
Battery isn't good either.
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alfonsofernandezyf said:
I've been having some trouble with the phone app. It hangs while ending the call.
I also tried to check muy IMEI and it's blank. (Check attached picture)
Battery isn't good either.
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I'm on AT&T and I don't have any problems with the phone app or IMEI; who is your carrier?
If you want to post a logcat I will look into it.
As for battery, Juice Defender could be hurting if it is aggressively closing apps/services which then restart themselves.
Or you could try disabling NFC. I've had many problems with NFC on other ROMs for this phone in the past, and I never use it so I always keep it off.
I clean installed again, and I can see, a very big difference.
I can see my IMEI now, I can also:
Make calls
Connect thru mobile data
Watch YouTube and Netflix
Send video to Chromecast
Listen to music
Music Bluetooth stream
Bluetooth calls (not sure)
Take screenshots
Battery is not bad at all.
But I still can't watch video on Instagram or Facebook.
After getting a phone call, phone app becomes unresponsive. It freezes on the call screen displaying the word "Terminando" English for "Ending".
Everything else works, but you can't call again until rebooting.
I love CyanogenMod and Lollipop.
Thank you for the great work.
Edit: I forgot, my carrier is TELCEL in México City.
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I've been using this rom for a day now and through the short use of this rom I've not noticed any hiccups except getting Vipermod to work fully. Trying to boost the speaker volume for instance but have not come to any success. Other than that it's proving very nice and I am really liking 5.0 since my LG G2 took a dive the screen shattered.
Edit: Unfortunately I spoke too soon because I have run into two specific problems so far, one being the battery. It's difficult with this rom to make it through even a whole day and when the "battery saving feature" kicks in the device is reporting 15% left yet in reality this is around 3% because I go to turn the device on and it shuts down.
Second problem I found was with the music streaming service Pandora. The audio just doesn't want to play. I've had no issues with youtube and other videos through chrome, just Pandora and wanting to stream across bluetooth.
I understand this is an APLPHA, just wanted to report back my findings. Thank you for taking the time on this Rom and I will be checking back in to test again and see how the progress goes as I am really enjoying Lollipop.
beankid said:
Edit: Unfortunately I spoke too soon because I have run into two specific problems so far, one being the battery. It's difficult with this rom to make it through even a whole day and when the "battery saving feature" kicks in the device is reporting 15% left yet in reality this is around 3% because I go to turn the device on and it shuts down.
Second problem I found was with the music streaming service Pandora. The audio just doesn't want to play. I've had no issues with youtube and other videos through chrome, just Pandora and wanting to stream across bluetooth.
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Pandora works fine for me. I wasn't expecting it to so it is a pleasant surprise
Are you running the 12/16 version?
For battery, I haven't seen a problem.
What does the battery usage page say?
Have you tried turning off NFC?
I am running the latest version and as far as the battery usage page goes I can't really trust it right now because it tells me values that as aren't really took crazy yet my battery gets eaten up on this rom. Have you tried Pandora through bluetooth music streaming? I've heard that this is a problem with other lollipop roms so far as well.
Will CyanogenMod support Evita in their CM12 version?
Is there any way to know which devices are going to be supported? If so could you share a link? Thank you.
kevlarchest said:
Will CyanogenMod support Evita in their CM12 version?
Is there any way to know which devices are going to be supported? If so could you share a link? Thank you.
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At the moment, no devices are supported.
There is no list of devices with planned support; although, there have been a few CM11 devices that are planned to not be supported in CM12.
Many updates are happening on different parts of the code, and various things are expected to break/fix from day-to-day.
Once the CyanogenMod team decide the code is stable-ish (for at least the popular devices) they will start releasing nightly builds.
At that time, I see no reason for this device not to be supported since I am already building the code practically unchanged.
CyanogenMod on November 13th said:
We are unlikely to enable nightlies against CM12 until towards the end of this month, or early next month, as we work to incorporate the CM features you’ve all come to appreciate into the new code base, and reimagine those that no longer translate to the Material look of L. It is also currently too soon to tell how many devices will transition from 11 to 12, though early traction has this number higher than we had initially hypothesized.
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beankid said:
I am running the latest version and as far as the battery usage page goes I can't really trust it right now because it tells me values that as aren't really took crazy yet my battery gets eaten up on this rom. Have you tried Pandora through bluetooth music streaming? I've heard that this is a problem with other lollipop roms so far as well.
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Thank you so much for the info! Anyways I just installed your ROM and its looking gorgeous! Smooth installations, not problems whatsoever so far. Will report later with any finding.
Thanks a lot for your work!
Installed new version 12162014.
Phone app does not crash after hanging up, but Bluetooth calls do not work.
Phone app crashes when dialing.
Hello, i've already use the newest version, and it works flawlessly, btw it kind of slow loading if i using it for playing some games, is it because the app usually run at dalvik runtime and now because the lollipop it run at ART and that cause the app loading so slow?
I've loaded the newest ROM, cm-12-20141218-UNOFFICIAL-evita.zip
It works great, except for a couple of things.
1. AudioFX keeps stopping.
2. When I connect my phone to computer via usb, sometimes the internal storage shows up in File Explorer, sometimes not. When it does, I can open Internal Storage and see all the folders. However, when I open some of the folders, I see either no files, or only some of the files that I know are really there. From the phone I can see the files using ES file Explorer. Also, I've found no way to change the usb protocol (MTP, PTP or USB Mass Storage).
Other than this, the ROM seems to run just fine.
Keep up the good work!
Thanks for this great ROM. Runs realy smooth and stable for me, but mobile data and usb connection to my PC isnt working.
In the APN settings there is a message that the APN settings arent available for this user and im not able to add an APN. Any idea?
Engelhuber said:
Thanks for this great ROM. Runs realy smooth and stable for me, but mobile data and usb connection to my PC isnt working.
In the APN settings there is a message that the APN settings arent available for this user and im not able to add an APN. Any idea?
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I have same problem
Camera - Unable to focus?
Just noticed that the focus on my phone does not work. Anyone notice the same issue?
It wasn't able to focus on rom packaged version and also google camera from play store. I first dirty flashed but then did a clean install and still was acting up. Was working fine in Sense 5 and CM11.
Taking photos and videos etc function works though. Just wasn't able to point focus.
This is so cool !! Just tried on my rogers htc one xl evita w/ hboot 2.18 and TWRP
Flawless
lacsters said:
Just noticed that the focus on my phone does not work. Anyone notice the same issue?
It wasn't able to focus on rom packaged version and also google camera from play store. I first dirty flashed but then did a clean install and still was acting up. Was working fine in Sense 5 and CM11.
Taking photos and videos etc function works though. Just wasn't able to point focus.
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same for me
and mobile data isn't working or only for a short time after a reboot.
So far this has been great, had a couple reboots one after trying to reply with Hangouts and another when setting up my work email. Has had some small lag but nothing major.
Luckily I still had an XL for a backup. My GPE converted M7 won't turn on or charge anymore
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Introduction: #001
Performance: #002
Display: #003
Battery: #004
Camera: #005
Final Verdict: #006
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The Chuwi Vi7 3G Tablet. Very affordable for under $60!
Mod edit: Commercial links removed
1. INTRODUCTION (#001)
// UNBOXING
(Click the thumbnails to see the full size image)
The box itself:
A very simple, blue box. Shows the Chuwi logo, processor specifications, and model specifications. Not much else to it.
Inside the Box:
Doesn't come with much. Just the tablet, 1x charger plug, 1x micro-USB cable, and manual/warranty documents.
// TABLET GALLERY AND DIMENSIONS
The device itself is 18.8 x 10.8 x 1.0 cm / 7.39 x 4.24 x 0.39 inches, making it a not-so-thin device to work with.
Front:____________________Back:____________________Top:
Bottom:____________________Left:____________________Right:
// DEVICE
Starting up:
The tablet takes over 60 SECONDS to boot. I feel that this is very long, but keep in mind this is only a $60 device.
The device comes set to Chinese out of the box. Click the globe icon near the bottom of settings and then the very first option to change your language.
System information shows the device does indeed run Android 5.1.1
The device supports SD cards and you WILL need one. Out of the 8GB in the device, only 3.55GB is available to the user. The low available space is from me installing many apps, do not be alarmed.
2. PERFORMANCE (#002)
// SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS AND BENCHMARKS
CPU: SoFIA AtomX3 C3230 64 bit Quad core 1.2GHz
GPU: Mali-450MP
Storage/RAM: 1GB RAM + 8GB ROM
System: Android 5.1.1
Display: 1024x600 7.0" IPS
USB-OTG: Enabled
Bluetooth 4.0
TF/SD card: Up to 64GB (not included)
This device scores VERY high considering the $60 price tag. Performance wise, it heavily outclasses many Snapdragon 410 handsets and tablets, including the Moto E and Moto G 2015. Internet speeds are fast and stable, ensuring fast app downloads and system updates. Graphics scores show that the device can handle many recent high end Android games and emulators. They may not run perfectly, as this is still a low end device, but they are definitely all playable. From the 3DMark chart, you can see that the temperature of the device barely increases. I can confirm this, as playing intensive games does warm the Vi7, but it is almost unnoticeable, and certainly is nothing to be worried about.
3. SCREEN (#003)
The screen is 7", however, it only has a resolution of 1024x600. The colors are slightly inaccurate in the greens and reds, which is okay. But there is very visible pixelation in the overall screen quality, especially in text, when compared to higher end devices. You can even see it in the picture above. Here is a link to the full unedited image: http://postimg.org/image/hb4i0l677/
Testing the RGB accuracy of 4 devices, including the (From top to bottom) Chuwi Vi7, NVIDIA Shield Tablet(Native screen preset), iPod Touch 5th generation, and Droid DNA(Super LCD3) you can see the screen quality of all devices.
Red:
Blue:
Green:
As you can see, for reds, the Chuwi V7 produces a very burgundy color, is very accurate for blue, but for green it has a yellowish tent.
Outdoors, the tablet does surprisingly well, being able to view in very direct sunlight, while the viewing angles are questionable, it still produces a well enough image for one user.
4. BATTERY (#004)
The battery in this device is 2500 mAh, which is very small for a tablet with 3G. I work a 7 hour shift with my job, and this tablet could not survive from 10AM to 5PM. (10:00 - 17:00). Even worse, the battery reading seems to be broken on my device, I charged the device overnight and the battery app for Android reports the usage incorrectly.
Throughout my shift, I browsed the web, chatted on Kik, Skype, and Steam and played around 20 minutes of Implosion. Upon the end of my shift, I attempted to unlock my tablet only to find the battery dead.
Unfortunately, charging the tablet is a problem too.
It took over 2 hours to charge the tablet from 0% to 100% while it was powered off. The tablet does not support Fast Charging.
5. CAMERA (#005)
The tablet sports two cameras, one primary 2MP camera and a secondary 0.3MP camera. I took of a corner of my desktop with 5 different devices(Droid DNA, iPod Touch 5th Generation, 12.1 MP Fujifilm Camera, Chuwi Vi7, LG Tribute, NVIDIA Shield Tablet). The main purpose of this device is not the camera, so view the images for your interest. (Click the thumbnails to see the full size image)
Fujifilm:
Droid DNA:
iPod Touch:
Chuwi Vi7:
LG Tribute:
NVIDIA Shield Tablet:
The camera is of course the worst of them all, it lacks any type of focus, the UI is very stock, and it has no flash, however, this is only a $60 tablet, and the camera makes this a very feature filled device, especially since there is also a front facing.
// FINAL VERDICT: 8/10 (#006)
+Very strong performance at a price point of $60
+Plenty of features for an entry level phablet
+Runs the latest version of Android to date
-Questionable battery life
-Lackluster camera
Who would buy this?: Consumers looking to step into the tablet world of Android and on a very low budget. While this device does have many pros and also many cons, it is still EXTREMELY feature filled for its price and I would recommend this to anyone on a budget. This device beats Amazon's new Fire 7" tablet in every category: Camera, OS(Android 5.1.1 vs Fire OS), screen, audio, and storage. For only $60, you are getting a lot.
If you have any questions about the tablet or would like to see something added to the review, leave a reply!
Update: Added new unboxing images
How did you managed to install so many apps ?! Can you still update the apps you installed ?
I'm asking this because I was in the position of hard-reseting my tablet several times, because couldn't even update my apps...
Every time I start using the tablet, after each reset, an update of the Play Google AppStore is made and this gets much of the available space. As the main purpose of the tablet for me is In-Car Navigation I only installed Google Maps, Waze, Here Maps and Torque (for OBD2 car diagnostics connection). Here Maps was installed with two maps downloaded (around 500MB), but on the external/microSD partition. When I tried to update - from Play Store - any of the apps installed, I receive a 'not-enough space' message.
I tried several App2SD applications, all of them being basically shortcuts towards the Apps in Settings, with no success (no 'Move2SD' button available). I understand this is a limitation of Lollipop's OS.
Hello mircea,
Yes, there is a bug in this tablet. It will consume your storage slowly, until there is not enough space. I have to root the device, and flash it. After that, storage problem is disappear. And another problem of deep sleep (can't turn on after sleep) also resolve.
mircea1380 said:
How did you managed to install so many apps ?! Can you still update the apps you installed ?
I'm asking this because I was in the position of hard-reseting my tablet several times, because couldn't even update my apps...
Every time I start using the tablet, after each reset, an update of the Play Google AppStore is made and this gets much of the available space. As the main purpose of the tablet for me is In-Car Navigation I only installed Google Maps, Waze, Here Maps and Torque (for OBD2 car diagnostics connection). Here Maps was installed with two maps downloaded (around 500MB), but on the external/microSD partition. When I tried to update - from Play Store - any of the apps installed, I receive a 'not-enough space' message.
I tried several App2SD applications, all of them being basically shortcuts towards the Apps in Settings, with no success (no 'Move2SD' button available). I understand this is a limitation of Lollipop's OS.
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Have you tried the app Disk Usage & Storage Analyzer? It shows a file by file and folder by folder chart sorting all by file size. Maybe there you can find what is causing the problem.
Thanks for all your work !
Krystyna said:
Thanks for all your work !
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No problem! Is there anything you would like to see added to the review? Other benchmarks? Gaming performance?
Deep Sleep Problem
You did forget a very big problem of this tablet.
It if goes into deep sleep mode it does not get back.
This makes the tablet totally useless.
It is incredible that a product that is on the market for such a long time has such a bug.
I cannot really use it due to this bug .
that is unfortunate for my first Intel tablet.
rama898989 said:
You did forget a very big problem of this tablet.
It if goes into deep sleep mode it does not get back.
This makes the tablet totally useless.
It is incredible that a product that is on the market for such a long time has such a bug.
I cannot really use it due to this bug .
that is unfortunate for my first Intel tablet.
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In my days of usage of this tablet, I have not found a deep sleep bug.
regarding the GPS, is chuwi vi7 compatible with tomtom app?
my worst purchase, only works with a power bank attacked, I upgraded to 1.1.3 firmware and now I lost the IMEI and is gone the telephone line.
sorry for my English, are Italian
how did you root it
ayam_id said:
Hello mircea,
Yes, there is a bug in this tablet. It will consume your storage slowly, until there is not enough space. I have to root the device, and flash it. After that, storage problem is disappear. And another problem of deep sleep (can't turn on after sleep) also resolve.
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how did you root it and which ROM did you flash on it? does it come with built-in 3g? thanks
The 3G is built-in (functions as a big smartphone).
Reflashing Chuwi Vi7 - Where did you find the ROM update ?
ayam_id said:
Hello mircea,
Yes, there is a bug in this tablet. It will consume your storage slowly, until there is not enough space. I have to root the device, and flash it. After that, storage problem is disappear. And another problem of deep sleep (can't turn on after sleep) also resolve.
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Thanks for your post. Can you give some pointers as to :-
1. How you rooted your Chuwi vi7.
2. Where you found the ROM update.
3. What the latest ROM version number is.
Many thanks, Colin
Chuwi Vi7 Performance as a 3G Phone
Hi , great review.
I have tried using my Chuwi Vi7 as a phone a number of times. It seems okay for short phone calls, but it has crashed a few times during longer phone calls of over 10 mins. I'm not sure whether this is related to the battery getting below a certain limit, but it was most inconvenient. I also find that my connection to my mifi drops when the battery gets down below 20% capacity. Has anybody else experienced these problems ?
I find the device is great as a satnav using Google Maps or similar. Always seemed to have a good signal, and didn't seem to experience any problems with processing map data / directions fast enough from what I remember.
I cracked the digitiser on mine when I had the tablet in a side pocket and I tried to squeeze out of my car when I could not open the door properly due to a car being parked too close. Fortunately I readily found a very reasonably priced replacement digitiser on Aliexpress for just over £8. See link below :-
Sorry - link prevented by XDA Developers Site - I'm a new user. Will post link after I've sent 10 posts.
It was tricky prizing off the old digitiser - takes a lot of patience, but I managed it and my Chuwi looks brand new again. The digitiser even has a protective film ready fitted !
Another success story of mine, is that I've upgraded the battery to one that is stated to be 5500mAHrs. Most batteries are over-stated, but this battery bought for under £6 is far better than the standard 2500mAHrs battery that is fitted as standard :-
Sorry - link prevented by XDA Developers Site - I'm a new user. Will post link after I've sent 10 posts.
I was still not satisfied with that, so I drilled two small holes in the back cover, fed two wires through and strapped the old battery to the back with white insulation tape. It's quite a thin battery ,so doesn't get in the way too much. I'd sooner have better battery performance than for the device to look aesthetically pleasing to the eye
Hope this helps other Chuwi Vi7 users.
Regards, Colinalvin63
@colinalvin63: following the (visual) instructions in the video below, I managed to install a new ROM - v1.1.13 - and, apparently, the storage issue is all history; the new ROM allows apps to be moved on the MicroSD card.
https://youtu.be/-gCMNMAdV9w
What can you tell me about the dimensions of the stock battery inside the Vi7? That would help me find a suitable-size bigger battery on Aliexpress...
Thx!
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Chuwi Vi7 Battery Upgrade
mircea1380 said:
@colinalvin63: following the (visual) instructions in the video below, I managed to install a new ROM - v1.1.13 - and, apparently, the storage issue is all history; the new ROM allows apps to be moved on the MicroSD card.
https://youtu.be/-gCMNMAdV9w
What can you tell me about the dimensions of the stock battery inside the Vi7? That would help me find a suitable-size bigger battery on Aliexpress...
Thx!
Sent from my X8 using Tapatalk
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Chuwi Vi7 Battery Replacement
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Existing battery is 3.3 mm thick and measures 9 x 7 cm.
Max available additional thickness, 3.3 mm (pound coins on top of existing battery).
Absolute max thickness of new battery must be < 6.6 mm. Recommend 6 mm to be safe.
Max length 100 mm
Max width 75 mm
Seller on Aliexpress was "ben zhang" , I think the item number must be 32305149726, because it's the only number in the items URL. I cannot paste a URL yet because I have only written a few posts.
You could also find the item by searching for "New Battery 5500mAH Li-ion Tablet" , that text appears in the title on AliExpress. It may take 3 - 4 weeks to arrive, so be patient. At under £6 it's very reasonable, though might not be quite as high a capacity as 5500mAh. I'm not sure how they test these batteries, but I think the capacity is actually approx. 4000mAh, but still a good improvement. Of course the stock battery may also be overstated at 2500mAh.
NOTE:
The Chuwi Vi7 has a little speaker holder, which gets in the way of the new battery. The speaker holder is largely redundant anyway, so I took it out. The speaker is magnetic, and sticks to the metal plate behind the battery. There's no way the battery will slip, unless the phone was given a severe shock - under such circumstances, a slipping speaker would be the least of your problems. Before putting the back cover on again, make sure you align the speaker with the speaker grill on the back cover. A stiff guitar plectrum is ideal for removing the back cover.
My Chuwi vi7 has Android 5.1.1 installed. Kernel version is 3.14.0 built Fri 24th July 2015. I can't see any ROM number like you mentioned above. What date was that build released ? When I check for a wireless update, it says my device is up to date. I have no idea whether such things would work across continents - I'm based in the U.K.
Regards, Colin
Hi Colin,
Regarding the ROM, check the description on the Youtube video - the 1st link is where you can download the ROM, the 2nd is the Flash Tool and the 3rd is a Russian forum where there's a huge topic on Chuwi Vi7 (apparently, Russians like the tablet very much).
Following the instructions in the video I was able to install the ROM and observed that I can move apps to SD card. I don't have the tablet in my possession right now, but - as you can see from the video - it's a build dated September-2015...
Regarding the battery, thank you for the intel!
From the picture below (also found on a Russian site), I found out the type of the battery as being model '337095', which translates into the following size: 33mm x 70mm x 95mm (interesting, huh?!).
I found your battery as being model '407595', no longer on stock. But found a new one. Or one slightly bigger.
Thx!
Some pics with the above-mentioned ROM:
Sent from my X8 using Tapatalk
Battery problem
Hello.
I have big battery problem on my Chuwi Vi7.
Tablet is 1 month old, all apps are stock.
Wi-fi, data, bluetooth, gps, synchronization is switched off.
Is this usage normal?
Is there any solution to impove battery life?
The first custom ROM for the Epic is now live! See this thread for details.
So a friend of mine got his hands on one of these, and since he asked me about flashing Gapps into the device, I was wondering if any one of you guys have been doing something just as "epic" for this children's tablet. And yes, I started this thread as a sort-of sequel/follow-up to the VTech Innotab Max thread I posted a year ago.
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TECH SPECS:
Display: 7-inch capacitive touchscreen with TN LCD display
Resolution: 1024x600
Operating System: Based on Android 4.4 (modified, of course)
Processor: Quad-core, 1.3 GHz (reported by CPU-Z as MediaTek MT8127)
Memory: 1GB RAM
Storage: 16GB; 9GB available for /sdcard partition
Micro SD Card Slot: Yes, expandable up to 32GB
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
Much to my disappointment, LeapFrog didn't equip the tablet with a GPS module, and despite the potential privacy issues that may arise with including one, it could be legitimately used for certain applications like tracking the device or your son or daughter in case he/she gets lost. The usual backdoor leading to Developer Options is also disabled for some reason, though it can still be accessed through third-party utilities such as this. And maybe it's just my modded Epic, but beaming stuff from another device to an Epic using ShareIT appears to suffer from connection issues, i.e. the device is detected but the sender is unable to connect to it; a workaround for this would be sending a file or two from the Epic and then having the sender do the same from his/her device.
APKs from outside sources can be installed either through ADB or by downloading it on your device and installing as usual, not to mention that there's a semi-hidden feature (tucked away under the Parental Controls panel) that allows for the Amazon AppStore to be loaded. As for rooting, Kingoroot should do the trick from what I've read here, but you can manually install SuperSU on it if you prefer the more established root access app. ADB-wise, the latest debug and fastboot binaries should work on the device from what I can attest.
Oh, and here's a link to the Antutu test results:
http://our.antutu.net/api/?action=v5&act=benchmark&id=54239552
CPU-Z report:
Kernel sources:
Code:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/vo6u4s6b3shjrhb/epic.iso?dl=0
https://github.com/huckleberrypie/android_kernel_quanta_narnia
Mad props to RAMChYLD for volunteering to have the sources mailed to him, as I'm reluctant to have them mail the goods to me no thanks to the rather abysmal postal service here in my place.
Pre-rooted ROM dump courtesy of @epic__fail; This can only be flashed with an unlocked bootloader.
Code:
http://www.needrom.com/download/leapfrog-epic-v1-stock-rom/
Note that while the unsigned ROMs cannot be flashed directly using SP Flash Tool, you can get around this by using the hidden Write Memory option. A quick guide on how to do that can be found on page 12.
Signed ROM dumps. Can be flashed directly using SP Flash Tool v5.1744. Make sure to perform a full backup of the tablet before flashing!
Code:
Epic Academy Edition:
v1.1.95: https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=6006931924117902657
v1.8.160: https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=6006931924117908682
v1.8.804: https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=4349826312261819358
LeapPad Academy:
v1.1.171: https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=4349826312261738402
P.S.: If you're getting a signature error upon flashing, try unticking SEC_RO and then try again.
Official flashable ZIP files:
Code:
Regular:
http://lfcdownload.leapfrog.com/epic/en/KOT49H.user.1.0.124.20150709.140831-to-KOT49H.user.1.5.45.20160310.231145.zip
http://lfcdownload.leapfrog.com/epic/en/KOT49H.user.1.1.146.20150825.120621-to-KOT49H.user.1.5.45.20160310.231145.zip
http://lfcdownload.leapfrog.com/epic/en/KOT49H.user.1.2.90.20150924.150837-to-KOT49H.user.1.5.45.20160310.231145.zip
http://lfcdownload.leapfrog.com/epic/en/KOT49H.user.1.3.27.20151026.144847-to-KOT49H.user.1.5.45.20160310.231145.zip
Academy Edition:
Latest Version: "KOT49H.user.1.1.95.20171215.140555"
KOT49H.user.1.1.52.20170522.123745
URL: http://lfcdownload.leapfrog.com/epic/en/v2/KOT49H.user.1.1.52.20170522.123745_to_KOT49H.user.1.1.95.20171215.140555.zip
Patch notes: This is an incremental update from KOT49H.user.1.1.52.20170522.123745 to KOT49H.user.1.1.95.20171215.140555
KOT49H.user.1.1.62.20170627.010228
URL: http://lfcdownload.leapfrog.com/epic/en/v2/KOT49H.user.1.1.62.20170627.010228_to_KOT49H.user.1.1.95.20171215.140555.zip
Patch notes: This is an incremental update from KOT49H.user.1.1.62.20170627.010228 to KOT49H.user.1.1.95.20171215.140555
KOT49H.user.1.1.64.20170704.010259
URL: http://lfcdownload.leapfrog.com/epic/en/v2/KOT49H.user.1.1.64.20170704.010259_to_KOT49H.user.1.1.95.20171215.140555.zip
Patch notes: This is an incremental update from KOT49H.user.1.1.64.20170704.010259 to KOT49H.user.1.1.95.20171215.140555
KOT49H.user.1.1.66.20170712.151925
URL: http://lfcdownload.leapfrog.com/epic/en/v2/KOT49H.user.1.1.66.20170712.151925_to_KOT49H.user.1.1.95.20171215.140555.zip
Patch notes: This is an incremental update from KOT49H.user.1.1.66.20170712.151925 to KOT49H.user.1.1.95.20171215.140555
JSON files for the updater:
Regular:
http://lfcdownload.leapfrog.com/epic/en/NarniaSystemUpdateVersions1.json
Academy:
http://lfcdownload.leapfrog.com/epic/en/NarniaSystemUpdateVersions_epic2.json
LeapPad Academy:
http://lfcdownload.leapfrog.com/epic/en/NarniaSystemUpdateVersions_epic3.json
The above ZIPs are incremental patches used to update an existing system to a newer build; I couldn't seem to dig up a full system image, let alone a scatter file, for a bricked or bootlooping Epic to be restored back to factory condition though, but still I'm keeping this as a reference in case any one of you guys is interested in downloading them manually. Apparently "KOT49H.user.1.1.99.20150807.173011" is unique to demo units, hence why there weren't any updates available for my device when I ran the OTA utility.
Demo-to-retail conversion tutorial
A tutorial on how to convert a store demo unit into a fully-functional Epic can be found here:
https://huckleberrypie57.blogspot.com/2018/12/and-i-came-in-for-another-leapfrog-epic.html
Custom ROMs
Unofficial LineageOS 14.1 by mac2612, blakegriplingph and kai2000: https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/development/rom-lineageos-14-1-leapfrog-epic-t4161311
The modifications to the way locale is set means that Bluetooth HID like keyboards can pair but cannot work since it cannot be set to be used for input (the options to change or add keyboard layouts is disabled in the Android settings screen and instead is selected from LeapFrog's own screen which divides the world into 7 regions- US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland and Other. When you pick Other it forces the UK keyboard and locale on you, which is ridiculous since some countries uses varying combinations of either (for example, Philippines uses US English 100%, while Malaysia uses UK English but US Keyboard). However bluetooth does work with A2DP devices.
Yeah, the CPU-Z and AnTuTu benchmark are my doing. I am the friend Blake mentioned. I should add that the device ran the Project Anarchy demo in AnTuTu somewhat well, averaging at 15fps.
MTK's spec sheet mentions that the SoC also has GPS and FM Radio, but I suspect that both are disconnected on the device since Android doesn't detect them.
The option to enable installation of packages from untrusted sources is still in the android security screen in settings tho, and you will be instructed to turn it on as part of the steps to install the Amazon AppStore.
I actually emailed LeapFrog as to whether they can release a tarball to the MTK kernel sources they used, and I'm keeping my fingers crossed but since they had a history of doing so in compliance with the GPL (c.f. the links to Didj/Leapster sources on eLinux provided by none other than LF themselves), I have high hopes for custom ROM development or at least some mods for the device.
Well, my only problem with the device is that the input method and locale selection is locked down and selected by the "Device Locale" screen, instead of allowing the much more granular selection allowed from the Android settings screen itself. I have determined that the same lockdown prevents bluetooth keyboards from pairing properly with the device. Also, several apps defaulted to downloading videos from UK servers instead (ie BabyFirst TV, Fisher-Price Puppy Player and Little People Player) and thus have what I perceive as "wrong voices".
I'm still waiting for LeapFrog's reply concerning the kernel sources, and if all goes well we'll be golden.
Good luck.
Well, drat. Leapfrog's asking me for a mailing address so they can send me the source CDs. Problem is I am wary of the postal servce here at my place, so is there anyone who's willing to get the sources?
So I bought one of these leap pad epics. Got it at toys r us. It was a return so open box. They gave it to me for $70 (they retail for $169.99+tax) because the last person who owned it left their passcode on it. I can't figure out how to get it off. Any ideas??
Hang in there. I've contacted Leapfrog via Facebook and am awaiting a reply.
RAMChYLD said:
Hang in there. I've contacted Leapfrog via Facebook and am awaiting a reply.
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Wouldn't doing the standard factory reset procedure be enough for that (as with those who ended up flinging way too many patterns on their device), or is there anything special that's needed to be done?
Okay, got a reply. Go into the parent screen to bring up the pin entry, then enter 4 1 9. Now, when your cursor is in the last textbox, hit the backspace and enter 2 7. Apparently this is a hidden backdoor that Leapfrog puts into the system for cases like these (ie improper returns).
I've tested it, entering 4 1 2 7 upfront doesn't work. It has to be 4 1 9 <backspace> 2 7.
As for doing a factory reset, well, It's a catch 22 situation- to get into the settings screen, you need to enter the password first - they actually modified the settings app. If you don't have the password, well, you're SOL unless you call Leapfrog support, who will probably give you this code anyway. If the ADB interface is up, you could probably do it from there, but I'm not sure if it is.
Hmm, now I'm wondering if there's someone who's up to doing an SP Flash Tool dump of the device.
Good news: RAMChYLD just got his hands on the source tarball, and as such he gave me a link to the ISO containing the kernel sources, ripped off the disc LeapFrog mailed to him recently:
Said link to the sources can be found on the first post, in case you guys are interested.
Actually, Blake did the bulk of the work, talking to Leapfrog and arranging the CD to be sent to me. But yeah.
RAMChYLD said:
Actually, Blake did the bulk of the work, talking to Leapfrog and arranging the CD to be sent to me. But yeah.
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Yup, pretty much. Though to tell you one thing, I was a bit worried that the sources either wouldn't arrive in time or not at all.
RAMChYLD said:
As for doing a factory reset, well, It's a catch 22 situation- to get into the settings screen, you need to enter the password first - they actually modified the settings app. If you don't have the password, well, you're SOL unless you call Leapfrog support, who will probably give you this code anyway. If the ADB interface is up, you could probably do it from there, but I'm not sure if it is.
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You can factory reset by holding down Power + Volume Up at boot.
Is any one of you guys here interested?
I will be. I'll be buying my son one this weekend.
alienundies said:
I will be. I'll be buying my son one this weekend.
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If you could provide an SP Flash Tool dump of the stock ROM it'll be golden., along with a TWRP/Clockwork recovery image. I really wish that I could get my hands on one, but the local Toys R Us here sells it for like twice the price even though it's just some glorified MediaTek device made with children in mind.
XbooX08 said:
You can factory reset by holding down Power + Volume Up at boot.
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Does that work? They even went as far as to disable the ability to screenshot with power + volume down until I installed an app to re-enable it.
blakegriplingph said:
If you could provide an SP Flash Tool dump of the stock ROM it'll be golden., along with a TWRP/Clockwork recovery image. I really wish that I could get my hands on one, but the local Toys R Us here sells it for like twice the price even though it's just some glorified MediaTek device made with children in mind.
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+1. The Asian importers for the device are charging way more for it over here than the device sell for in the US. It's going for an insane RM1000 at Toys R Us and Hamleys here. Which imo is ridiculous given that there are vendors selling (malware-laden) Chinese tablets for less than a fifth of that.
[ROM][8.1][UNOFFICIAL] non-gsi AICP-mordiford [clover /Mi Pad 4(PLUS)]
This is the rom created by lindwurm . All thanks and respects for working with this ROM are due to him.
Wiki : https://wiki.maud.io/aicp/oreo
Sources : https://github.com/lindwurm
ROM download : https://cloud.akane.blue/nextcloud/s/PbGugWPefp9fFNZ?path=/clover
More info on his blog : https://blog.maud.io/entry/2018/12/13/mi-pad-4/ https://blog.maud.io/
"It seems that burning Generic System Image (GSI) was mainstream until a while ago,
but GSI did not deal with notice LEDs, covers with magnets etc,
recently it only finally released Xiaomi kernel source , I decided to build it
for AICP-mordiford support myself, for example because MoKee 81.0 was released
and maintainers released the source . ROM is common to 8 inch version and 10 inch version (Plus).
Since we started publishing while waiting for Unlock, we have already received reports
of problems and defects from some users. Because there was a change on the side of MoKee,
there might be something like this, so it was saved. "
I tried to contact lindwurm without success . The information about this project is very hard to detect , because it does not exist in english language. I decided to create this thread as the information of existence this ROM exclusive for Mi Pad 4/Mi Pad 4 Plus. It is the best custom rom for this device because it is created by owner of this hardware. It includes fixes for hardware specific problems not existed on other devices . Because the roots of AICP are LOS , this ROM has many (maybe all) features good known in LOS .
I am using this ROM for a month on my Mi Pad 4 (WiFi only) and I am yet to find any bugs. Great job from Hota and the team.
about AICP-mordiford
Tomek0000 said:
I tried to contact lindwurm without success . The information about this project is very hard to detect , because it does not exist in english language. I decided to create this thread as the information of existence this ROM exclusive for Mi Pad 4/Mi Pad 4 Plus.
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Sorry for not responding sooner.
NOTE:
We are NOT an offcial build/project of Android Ice Cold Project (AICP).
It's my UNOFFICIAL / individual fork to improve Japanese translation and add some changes.
Please do NOT report our ROM-related bugs or issue to AICP Official community.
INFORMATION:
test on my Mi Pad 4 (3GB/32GB, wifi, 8inch). other version (4GB RAM | LTE | 10inch) may work, reports are welcome.
our SlimOTA is available. Open AICP Extras -> Update center.
And we recommend you enable "Automatic update interval", because it will notify you when new tested-release is coming. (maybe monthly)
Upload runs every build is complete, not tested. Wait OTA notification is more safe/recommended.
TESTED HARDWARE-SPECIFIC FEATURE:
magnetic cover (tested with Official SmartCase). can sleep/wake.
DT2W with 8".
Screen rotation.
aptX™ Audio.
Screenshots(aptX):
{
"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"
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I CAN'T KNOW ABOUT THESE (TELL ME IT WORK OR NOT):
FingerPrint sensor on Mi Pad 4 Plus(10")
some user said DT2W didn't work with Mi Pad 4 Plus(?)
LTE
KNOWN ISSUE:
SELinux: Permissive
We recommend you take a backup of /persist before flash it first time. (GUIDE: https://forum.xda-developers.com/mi-pad-4-plus/how-to/guide-mi-pad-4-plus-lineageos-15-1-t3893264 )
THANKS:
AICP
GuaiYiHu - 95% based on his work
AndroPlus - AICP-mordiford GSI author, and donated me mi pad 4
Pie info : read #22
@1indwurm
thank you for a responce. When you will release next build, could you public release notes? It will be nice, but the rom seems to be finished and bug free. I am not able to report any problems. I have to check if lte modem and gps working, when I will cut my micro gsm card.
I read about problem with battery leaks by lte applications (LOS) in wifi only model. I have lte models only , but maybe someone else will write if this problem exists or not.
It is interesting, I used gsi aicp previously and I have problem with autorotation after some time of use. Your non-gsi seems to not have this problem.
Pie - nice to read it. Personally I will use Oreo as long as we will have working version of xposed for Pie.
Today I tested my mi pad 4 lte in antutu bench. The result was 90000 in last release of this rom (L Speed set to battery optimalisation).
Edit.
Balanced=142713
Tomek0000 said:
@1indwurm
thank you for a responce. When you will release next build, could you public release notes? It will be nice, but the rom seems to be finished and bug free. I am not able to report any problems. I have to check if lte modem and gps working, when I will cut my micro gsm card.
I read about problem with battery leaks by lte applications (LOS) in wifi only model. I have lte models only , but maybe someone else will write if this problem exists or not.
It is interesting, I used gsi aicp previously and I have problem with autorotation after some time of use. Your non-gsi seems to not have this problem.
Pie - nice to read it. Personally I will use Oreo as long as we will have working version of xposed for Pie.
Today I tested my mi pad 4 lte in antutu bench. The result was 90000 in last release of this rom (L Speed set to battery optimalisation).
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How long does the table stay in standby mode with this rom ? It seem's that other roms suffer from standby mode not working properly.
Tomek0000 said:
Today I tested my mi pad 4 lte in antutu bench. The result was 90000 in last release of this rom (L Speed set to battery optimalisation).
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At "balanced" it should be about 140k.
Tomek0000 said:
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I have to check if lte modem and gps working, when I will cut my micro gsm card.
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I have a card for use in new tablet. It does not work. My gsm operator does not use B20 at all, this can not be a problem. I am able to list possible to use operators , I select mine and I have information it is not avialable . The APN I have defined ok. Is it a problem of this rom ? Is someone using LTE without problem ? ( I tried with WiFi enabled and disabled and firewall disabled )
leitoo0 said:
How long does the table stay in standby mode with this rom ? It seem's that other roms suffer from standby mode not working properly.
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I do not know. I am using my own otimalisations for keeping standby over month . It works for me on all of my android devices .
Tomek0000 said:
I do not know. I am using my own otimalisations for keeping standby over month . It works for me on all of my android devices .
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Can you give me some advice over how you optimize it? I would love to keep mine from getting buggy after awhile.
What to do?
1. I use automagic for automate interfaces managing.
I turn off wifi and mobile data on smartfons and wifi and gsm modem on tablets in the script. Additional IT turns off nfc, bluetooth... on every lcd lock. Turn it on, on lcd unlock and use only wifi if it is available.
2. L Speed lets me use device with battery optimalisation.
3. Use Greenify for restricted hibernation all not needed apps. You have to use it with xposed. (My email I synchronize manual in script after network back. If you see app was stopped change hibernation in it from normal to not deep.)
4. Wakelock Detector will monitor for detect problematic apps and hibernate it in Greenify. It worked for me some time in mordiford and stopped. Today I use BetterBattery for it.
5. Use AppOps or os build-in functions to set privilages for your apps. Cut auto start with system an do not let system sleep for all apps you know they do not need it.
6. If something autostarted after cut this privilage, uninstall it or use MyAndroidTolls[Xposed] for fight wit it without uninstall.
7. Use Netguard or other firewall for cut intertnet for apps like flashlight... which do not need it.
8. I suggest to use too the XPrivacyLua if yor privacy has any value. If you disable access to some info, you will be able to limit some activity too.
Like you see, you can do everything if you have root and xposed. I am sorry, but android pie(9) is useless today.
Edit.
I measured power consumption by mi pad 4.
1. Stand by : 14 mA
2. wifi off, lte off : 230 mA
3. wifi on, lte off: 250-350 mA
4. wifi off, lte on: 240 mA
5. wifi on, lte on: 290 mA
6. wifi on, lte off, youtube: 410 mA
7. wifi off, lte on, youtube: 420 mA
8. wifi on, lte on, youtube: 420 mA
It looks like normal use of the tablet consumes a lot of power. It does not look good. It is bad.
Tomek0000 said:
I have a card for use in new tablet. It does not work.
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This is proffesional provider Plus with contract card and big limit. Pad 4 is not able to register to it's network.
I cut my old card to nano size. It is semi professional provider Aero2 and card is free with free internet with small limit. This card works at once without any problem. I have had to change prefered network type from global to lte/wcdma.
Does this rom have read/write speed slow problem. Is it better than mokee or MiUi rom?
Andoid bench test with latest:
NisseGurra said:
Andoid bench test with latest:
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that's weird, I only got these score, I don't use any modification and the tablet seem pretty laggy now. I'll try to clean flash the rom again.
I have very good battery life on the aicp_clover_o-13.1-mordiford-20181220 on my mipad4:
12 h SOT in 2 weeks standby. Best ever on my mipad. Good work!
A new build is available.
New build is up, and ...
aicp_clover_o-13.1-mordiford-20190129_043407 is up.
CHANGELOG:
System: Bump Security Patch Level to 2019-01-05.
device/kernel: nothing new.
Notes, information, tested features, known issues: read post #3.
Other information: see Our Wiki.
Tasting a piece of pie... ?
We're working on Pie, and we "rebrand" it to FlokoROM. It is our fork of AICP-p, basically our works are same as mordiford...
screenshot:
^^
will update be pushed via OTA soon or I have to install it manually?
banesi said:
^^
will update be pushed via OTA soon or I have to install it manually?
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sorry for late, OTA is out now
Thanks, I am now receiving notification but after clicking it SlimOTA windows open again and nothing happens. No download is starting, please check screenshots.