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[Other SmartWatches] bdaman80:
What I did was this. Remapped the buttons so that I had start was home and music was menu. Had to use that to set super user to always allow. Then returned to stock key mappings. Then installed button savior free edition using sense look. That way I had a menu button. And told it to be on the left side of the screen.

Then I opened the button remap script and manually set it to this. Start = fitness, music = home, VOL up = VOL up, VOL down = VOL down. That way work out is able to be used. I can access music by pushing start button, then back till at stock motoactv launcher, scroll to music.

Hope I helped more than confused
[Other SmartWatches] Itslame:
I remapped my start as menu to complete the root process and then returned it to stock once I was done. Button savior allows you to remap keys. IMO; button savior is useless if your gonna just use it to access launchers. You may as well use it to it's fullest.

I use my unit for exercise so it has it's full, stock features...and switch over to use as a smart watch. I dropped using the hacked Motoactv.apk cause it was too buggy and just BT paired it to my phone. Using the nook tether app I have full connectivity w/o the power drain of wifi. I can receive calls, send/receive email, send/receive text messages, browse net and stream audio.

You will need a task manager to nuke the moto-apps if you really push the unit. Video is always laggy (even on lower bit rates) so I dont bother.

Google maps integrates with the stock fitness app, so I havent tried any other GPS apps as google maps works for all my needs. My wife has been asking for a nav app...so recommendations would be appreciated;)
[Other SmartWatches] MXFrodo195:
If you root this, can you install the launcher as like an APK to switch between them?

And does anyone know a way to give this internet from our phones through bluetooth?
[Other SmartWatches] ClearD:
Yes, that's exactly the way it works.

http://motoactv.wikispaces.com/
[Other SmartWatches] TheEndGame7:
Sorry for the late reply! Looking to get $185 Shipped to your door!

Sorry for the late reply! Looking to get $185 Shipped to your door!

"First come first serve" Paypal is my email listed on my profile or I would guess you could also use the (Donate to Me) button!

I just sent 2 others out... one as a trade on XDA Market and another to Utkanos to work on a Fully working CWM Recovery
[Other SmartWatches] minnieman:
hey all, i did something kinda stupid and forgot to backup my system.img, can anyone dump theirs and send me a download link? it would be much appreciated, im kinda in a jam. thanks!
[Other SmartWatches] ClearD:
Why do you need one?
[Other SmartWatches] shibbybypass:
I could send you mine. Know of any sites that would make it easier to send it?
[Other SmartWatches] minnieman:
thanks mate, nevermind, i just found clearD's tool that sets it back to factory!

thanks again for the offer.
[Other SmartWatches] bdaman80:
Sunny beach. And I just bought one the other day on eBay for $192

Sorry
[Other SmartWatches] TheEndGame7:
Aww man... Yea I didn't want to post a For Sale sign on this thread but, Thanks for the interest man!

Any other takers? :D
[Other SmartWatches] ClearD:
Lol that was why I asked. There's one included there. :) If you have a problem with a unit, just return to stock, flash boot image, and re root and all's good again. :D
[Other SmartWatches] bercut65:
hello guys.just got unit from ebay and it has 4.55.97 firmware.Is it possible to root the watch?
[Other SmartWatches] ClearD:
Yes.

10char
[Other SmartWatches] bercut65:
Mooactv

Thanks again ClearD.Do i need anything special or just follow the rooting guide on wikispaces.com for 4.55.97 firmware ?
[Other SmartWatches] ClearD:
Just use the root tool as normal. :) it should be bootloader 3.12 or something? It will still work with that bootloader.
[Other SmartWatches] elkay:
If I'm on 4.55.78 with the bootloader already flashed and rooted using SuperOneClick, can I still do the normal update to .97 that Moto is offering without problems? Also, will it still keep root or at least be re-rootable?
[Other SmartWatches] ClearD:
It won't update. :)
[Other SmartWatches] elkay:
So is there an upgrade path or am I stuck with this firmware now?
[Other SmartWatches] ClearD:
Stuck for now, but we will be trying to make the updates compatible when we can. :)
[Other SmartWatches] j4s0nc:
more apps...

SketchBook Mobile:

Awesome art app, make new wallpapers or quick little sketches. actually works quite well for such a tiny screen, and pinch-to-zoom/pan works fine. :D

ColorNote Notepad Notes:

free. cool color coded sticky note widgets and checklists.

Calculator.apk from cyanogenmod 7:

I now have the coolest calculator watch around :cool:

Iamascope:

trippy, customizable, interactive, visuals. too bad the accelerometer isn't working (yet), that makes it even more fun.

using widget locker lockscreen with calc on left, notes on right, unlock on top.

screenshots attached. I'll add these apps to the wiki as well.
[Other SmartWatches] Jay4255:
I really like that Lockscreen layout. I tried to position them like that numerous times, even went as far as downloading a SQLite editor and playing with the database. Couldn't get them aligned right, bit I did manage to change the items on the ring, and their positions. Can you do a backup and send it to me (Without the Calc and Notes)? Also, where'd you get that background?
[Other SmartWatches] j4s0nc:
WidgetLocker Settings:

Look & Feel: Layout: 5x5 and drag the grid so it takes up the whole layout.

Look & Feel: Screen Orientation: Force Landscape

Advanced: Widget Overlap: Checked.

Add a clock, stretch it to take half screen, make background transparent (need LCD Density LOW to even see clock settings)

Add Custom Slider, ICS Style,stretch it to take up bottome half, make sure the down swipe is disabled or all the icons will cram together.

-eh, I'll attach it anyway. I just made all three directions Unlock.

...and I created the BG with GIMP in like a minute...

File, Create, Patterns, Camouflage...

Set colors you like, tweak settings, OK...

Filters, Blur, Motion Blur...

Choose "Zoom" Blur Type, set Length ~30-40, OK

save as jpg and dump it on the MOTO ;) And use gallery to set it.
[Other SmartWatches] galatians51:
OK, so I rooted using the Root Tool. That was easy enough. Now I am ready to use Easy Modder but have no idea where to start. I downloaded the ADB but am unsure where to proceed from here to install the launcher, etc as I have never used ADB previously. Besides the wiki, is there a thread I can go to that has an ADB guide for dummies? BTW, thanks to all of you guys for your hard work on this, I am excited to start exploring my options with this watch.
[Other SmartWatches] j4s0nc:
The Easy Modder has adb with it. Just Double Click the "Windows.Bat" file and it should bring up a console program that is menu driven. So, type "03", enter. and so on... If you have apk files put them in the APKs folder in the Easy Modder folder. Then you can install them with option 04 "Install Custom APK"

Once you have done "Replace Stock PackageInstaller.apk" and installed a file manager you can install apk files right on the device.

To really answer your question tho, YES. There are several "ADB for Dummies" threads all over xda (http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=879701) and the rest of the web. Tho not specifically for the MOTOACTV, most of the info should still apply.
[Other SmartWatches] ClearD:
Correct, ADB is ADB and Fastboot is Fastboot.

HOWEVER, MAKE SURE YOU READ THE WARNINGS IN THE WIKI BEFORE YOU START MESSING WITH ADB AND FASTBOOT ON YOUR OWN!!!

http://motoactv.wikispaces.com/

There are several things you should NEVER EVER DO! They are highlighted in red at the top.
[Other SmartWatches] bdaman80:
I would like to emphasize the importance of #2 warning from the wiki page.

From personal experience.
[Other SmartWatches] bercut65:
motoactv

hello guys. I rooted device using Root tool.That was easy.Then I trying Easy Modder tool and device froze in "M" splashing logo.I go back to the Root tool and hit "Return to Stock".Device working good now.Do I need reroot again?Did somebody can post video guide or step by step guide "How use Easy modder?"I m rookie and never used ADB.Also I read all 89 treads.Please help me.Thanks a lot.
[Other SmartWatches] j4s0nc:
Indeed. You DO NOT wanna get stuck with a low/dead battery in fastboot. Most people probably don't want to risk taking their brand new computer watch apart and attempt charging a tiny LiPo battery manually, which is what bdaman80, I, and probably several others have had to do. I got lucky and was successful. Others, not so much.

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So you did steps 1, 2, & 3 on the root tool? Then ran the "Windows.bat" file in the Easy Modder folder? What did you do before it got stuck? I can't think of anything in the Easy Modder that would cause you to get stuck.. unless maybe your usb connection is flaky and it disco'd in the middle of something...
[Other SmartWatches] galatians51:
Awesome info, thanks guys. I have a bit of reading in front of me tonight... then off to the races with modding... :)
[Other SmartWatches] bercut65:
On "windows.bat i try ad command 01,02,03 and then nothing change then i disconnected usb and it is stuck i don't no how used easy modder

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"type 03,enter.and so on...". How i put files from APKs folder? Copy and past on ADB,then hit 04 ?

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"type 03,enter.and so on...". How i put files from APKs folder? Copy and past on ADB,then hit 04 ? Or i must typing commands with directory on console program?
[Other SmartWatches] minnieman:
GUYS! I just made a VERY important discovery!!!

out of sheer curiosity, i put n64oid on my motoactv just to see what would happen. i fired up super mario 64 and it actually works flawlessly!! i believe i am getting roughly 30 FPS on this game!
[Other SmartWatches] ClearD:
Lol not surprising, but good find. Add it to the wiki? :)

"Games:

Angry Birds

Iamascope (Trippy, customizable, interactive, visual toy.)

NESoid

SNESoid"
[Other SmartWatches] minnieman:
yeah for sure!

the only thing is you might want to have a frame skip, it has some hiccups and can only play simple games... so n ocarina of time. :/
[Other SmartWatches] Jay4255:
I don't understand what issues people are having with the batch script. Please be detailed and I might be able to do something about it. I tried to make it simple, but it's like just because it's not a GUI with pretty buttons, people don't know what to do.

If you don't tell me what you're trying to accomplish, what you did, and what happened, I can't help you.
[Other SmartWatches] bercut65:
Will be very helpfully if you provide simple video guide how you used program just for rookie please.
[Other SmartWatches] PLinga:
I'm impressed by the diverse uses xda has discovered for a rooted motoactv. I'd like to find out some more details before ordering one:

Can a rooted motoactv display incoming calls from a paired phone without forst connecting a headphone?

Can it view a recent calls/missed calls list and initiate calls from a contacts app?

Can you reply to text messages as received or initiate text messages from the motoactv?

If anyone has paired a Motoactv with a tablet (specifically the Samsung 7" 3G tablets) please describe the experience.
[Other SmartWatches] Itslame:
Jay, your script is fine, you cant fix user error LOL!

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1 no, without headphones it auto disconnects from BT.

2 yes/no. It will show a call log but will not display info unless you have a supported Motorolla phone.

3 yes, using Google voice I have made/recvd text messages...even without a phone present (wifi on)
[Other SmartWatches] PLinga:
:( Google voice is still USA only.
[Other SmartWatches] galatians51:
OK, got the thing rooted and installed a bunch of apps- so so awesome! I was even able to activate my CoPilot Live app for OFFLINE GPS NAVIGATION- Yes!
[Other SmartWatches] Itslame:
If you tether via BT/wifi you should be able to still make/recv texts via a web based text service. but at that point I dont know why you wouldnt do via your phone. The screen is tiny to be typing out texts.
[Other SmartWatches] elkay:
Not true. There are modded apk files that allow the ACTV to fully function with non-Moto devices.
[Other SmartWatches] galatians51:
I can get sound from Angry Birds, etc, but nothing comes out of Google Music- has anyone else had this issue?
[Other SmartWatches] Itslame:
Are ya sure? I've had it on 3 phones and only had it working 1/2 properly.
[Other SmartWatches] ClearD:
galatians, can you take a screenshot of copilot working? I actually have two copilot apps bought, and would love to activate one on my watch, but I need to actually see it work there first and know it's usable lol.
[Other SmartWatches] galatians51:
Here is a picture of it. I also have two licenses for different copilot apps, I installed the older one since they only let you have one license active at a time...
[Other SmartWatches] ClearD:
That's not bad at all, I think I'll try it!
[Other SmartWatches] utkanos:
Well, it was a *****, but here is build 2, moving to Beta at this point in 'Moto red' by request of TEG.

There is 1 lingering issue: usb support in recovery. It is a bastard, going to really have to tear this thing apart to debug why. Right now, recovery can backup, restore, wipe, flash roms, etc. All the stuff you're used to working, now does. I fixed images by shrinking the kernel to fit more stuff in here. You should no longer get any weird image errors. I bumped you up to 5.0.2.8 source as well.

Flash this file the same as before via adb and dd.

CWMR5x_F100_recoveryB.img

adb push CWMR5x_F100_recoveryB.img /data/local/

adb shell

# dd if=/data/local/CWMR5x_F100_recoveryB.img of=/dev/block/mmcblk1p13

# exit

adb reboot recovery

Some additional notes I'd like to share that might help you as you mess with this device now that I've played with one.

1) NEVER use adb reboot bootloader for any reason. You get stuck in a ****tily programmed loop of hell. The way out of this loop is by following these instructions:

a) hold START, POWER, VOL UP, VOL DOWN together for 10 seconds at least. You should see the screen flicker on and off twice.

b) plug in the USB cable to turn device on

c) you should boot back to rom, if not, do it again. It's touchy.

2) The 'soft' reset is done by START + POWER for 5 seconds.

Enjoy. Source is updated. This will likely be the last update unless I get adb working.

Credits: koush for cwmr

TheEndGame7 for providing a device

ClearD for files
[Other SmartWatches] bdaman80:
But I will say that the modded motocast app causes a few occasional freezes. Go figure

Works Great, on backup so far anyways.
[Other SmartWatches] bdaman80:
Thanks, because of this we will all be able to use this device to its full potential.
[Other SmartWatches] ClearD:
Working on a root tool update now. :) Thanks again, utkanos!!!
[Other SmartWatches] bdaman80:
You can add the XDA app to the list of working programs.
[Other SmartWatches] ClearD:
Download MotoACTV Root Tool Version 1.1.3

TheEndGame tested, mother approved! Now with real vitamins!

Updates:

-Updated version from 1.1.0 to 1.1.3 in actual app (sorry about that)!

-Updated utkanos' clockworkmod version to the latest (re-run the "Root" button if you just want to update)!
[Other SmartWatches] robomo:
The Motoactv has an FM transmitter on board!

But will it work?

SOURCE:

The Motoactv uses TI's WL1271 chip for WiFi/Bluetooth/FM

http://www.cmw.me/?q=node/55

The WL1271 chip is not only capable of receiving FM broadcast signals, but broadcasting short-range FM

http://www.ti.com/general/docs/wtbu...3&DCMP=wtbu_connectivity&HQS=Other+OT+wilink6

It just so happens that some Motorola Droid phones have this same chip - and a tremendous amount of work was done to try and exploit the FM transmitter functionality:

http://www.droidforums.net/forum/droid-hacks/8870-droid-includes-fm-receiver-transmitter-17.html

They found out their particular Droid's WL1271 chip didn't have any kind of antenna hooked up to it, internal nor external.

The question I have is does the Motoactv WL1271 chip have a usable antenna hooked up to it?

Another question - if not, is one easily addable?

If so, a lot of the software effort the Droid guys did could be put to use and give the Motoactv FM-transmit capability.
[Other SmartWatches] tansoftware:
Is this confirmed ?

First I'd like to thank you for your wonderful work here. Without your contributions, non of this would have been possible.

But if I may ask... Has this been confirmed ? Have you tried the above method yourself ? I believe it is not that simple... Once you go into the bootloader loop, it's over. There is no turning back. EXCEPT if you're brave enough to disassemble your watch, detach the battery, and re-attach it again. Your confirmation of the above method is highly appreciated.
[Other SmartWatches] Itslame:
Headphones are used as the antennae
[Other SmartWatches] bdaman80:
It can receive FM radio. Does that count for anything.

I have a disassembled ACTV. I could provide anybody with pictures of the guts if that would help.

Also, was it someone on this forum that made a custom watch strap?

Do you by chance have an instructable or something on making one.
[Other SmartWatches] robomo:
For FM recieve... the question is if the FM transmit section of the chip is even hooked up OR, do they share the same wire? If so it's ready to go hardware wise.

That could prove invaluable if an ultra-high res photo of the PCB in the right place was taken. The key is figuring out exactly what we're looking for. I just discovered that DROID thread, and I'm still trying to sort through it.

There was a dude on there who had an oscilliscope out and was testing stuff, so that thread is a gold mine of information - just going to take some time to dig through it

http://www.droidforums.net/forum/droid-hacks/8870-droid-includes-fm-receiver-transmitter-17.html
[Other SmartWatches] bdaman80:
Yes, correct. Forgot that part.
[Other SmartWatches] ClearD:
Yes, he did it several times. I was there when he figured it out.
[Other SmartWatches] utkanos:
Yeah, I got stuck in that loop myself for a while, including the low battery nonsense. Spent 25 min going through all the button permutations and found this one. That above key combo will work, I did it a few times just to confirm.
[Other SmartWatches] Itslame:
Yeah, several users "unstuck" the unit this way, me included. I feel like we are talkin to ourselves in most of this thread.
[Other SmartWatches] bdaman80:
Just let me know and I ll try and get you those pics.

You want them emailed or wanna dl from my server?
[Other SmartWatches] robomo:
Looks like the WL1271 chip has a seperate pin for FM receive and FM transmit:

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=11256825&postcount=23

The Droid Defy has the same chip and they investigated this already:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=945465

IF it's hooked up to something on the Motoactv it could transmit probably.

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Thank you! :D

you can PM me a private dl link or throw them up on imgur.com or similar.

I have to still figure out exactly what part of the chip I'm trying to look at...
[Other SmartWatches] ClearD:
Wow, we could potentially have a short range radio station or maybe walkie talkie functionality? That's actually pretty awesome sounding!
[Other SmartWatches] robomo:
several things have to be confirmed first:

1) does the FM transmit part of the WL1271 chip have an antenna physically attached?

2) if yes, can the android softhacks done over at droidforums and alldroid be applied?

3) if yes, can sound be tied in? Not just controling the chip, but modulating audio to the chip to transmit it.

4) if yes, PROFIT! :D

Regarding walkie talkies - you'd probably get much better range using the wifi radios, which several apps including this one do already:

http://andro-ix.com/apps/virtualwalkietalkie/
[Other SmartWatches] tansoftware:
Will take a closer look at this once I've finalized my Gingerbread Vanilla Rom for MotoACTV. Tracing the chip's I/O should be easy since my MotoACTV is already jtagged.
[Other SmartWatches] robomo:
I am rapidly approaching the max of my knowledge exploring this - no dev or hardware hacker myself, but I know enough to read chip cutsheets lol

A deeper investigation on the I/O would be interesting.
[Other SmartWatches] TheEndGame7:
LMFAO!!! :D I might add that quote to my signature!
[Other SmartWatches] robomo:
bdaman -

I'm still not sure exactly which side of the WL1271 chip the FM transmit pin is located. The TI WL1271 chip is the one in red box in this pic (from CMW's teardown: http://www.cmw.me/?q=node/55)

If you could get an ULTRA-high res scan of the area within the red box, that will give us as much info as we probably could ever get with pictures alone. However, getting really up and close could tease out something interesting.. thanks again mate!

You can host the scan images on any number of photo sharing sites like imgur.com or imageshack.us, etc. That would reduce bandwidth load on your sever
[Other SmartWatches] bdaman80:
Well upon further inspection, my active still has the two iner circut boards togeather, unlike the one in the photo. And it appears that achiving that has the possibility of rendering the device useless.
[Other SmartWatches] robomo:
It's probably going back to CMW to get the pic - since he tore his fully apart to take that pic anyway.

not worth bricking if if there's that chance
[Other SmartWatches] bdaman80:
very true. Had the camera all set up and everything.
[Other SmartWatches] Irish Cream:
Im having the worst time setting anything up on the MOTOACTV...

Can get it rooted and all, but when I tried to push the honeycomb launcher I got a blank screen and ultimately had to return to stock...

Can anyone walk me through:

1.) installing a launcher

2.) remapping my start and music buttons for home and menu respectively

3.) lastly rebooting into recovery and installing gapps?

It would be MUCH appreciated

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just a note... i consider myself somewhat advanced at rooting and ROMing but im stumped
[Other SmartWatches] ClearD:
You're using jay's batch scripts right?
[Other SmartWatches] Irish Cream:
Can you link me to it?

I used the MOTOACTV Root Tool to flash the boot.img and then root and install recovery
[Other SmartWatches] ClearD:
It is on the wiki, I'm on my phone and can't link. The wiki is a page or two back.
[Other SmartWatches] Itslame:
http://motoactv.wikispaces.com/
[Other SmartWatches] Irish Cream:
Thanks guys
[Other SmartWatches] starrock:
firmware update

Now after the latest root tool update, can we update to the latest firmware without the serial number error?
[Other SmartWatches] bdaman80:
The latest update adds a working recovery. AFAIK it doesnt change much else. So prob not :(
[Other SmartWatches] ClearD:
Doubt it.

10char
[Other SmartWatches] master303:
Lockscreen

anyone have an app or tricks they recommend for getting the lockscreen in the right view mode?doesnt matter what kind.ive been trying quite a bit and cant find one that works in the correct view mode which is landscapre i think.im currently using zeam launcher.
[Other SmartWatches] soskey22:
You need to install an app called "ultimate rotation control" to get all lockscreen and apps in any view you want, landscape, portrait, reverse landscape etc.