yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Other SmartWatches] ClearD:
Screen and touch screen are super easy to replace if you can get one on eBay. They more or less just pop out. I've replaced one so far for that same burn mark.
[Other SmartWatches] redenjaja:
thanks ClearD! but what i need to fix first is the wifi problem...
[Other SmartWatches] thiagosarraff:
My touch isn't working at all.. I can't do swype or touch in the borders of the screen. Only the center are ok. Do you think I can fix this?
[Other SmartWatches] ClearD:
If it's the screen, absolutely. The Mac address issue though... I'm not sure about that one. That's odd, as it's usually hard coded onto the chipset.
[Other SmartWatches] badzi0r:
I can't connect my motoactv (original, not rooted) to the account and synchronize, also to a smartphone, and even from PC to the web account via web browser.

Did Motorola completely drop it?

It was working last time on December, meanwhile I've got upgrade to Lollipop (could it be the reason?).
[Other SmartWatches] Rustmonkey:
Ok, so which custom ROM is recommended? I had installed ClearD and managed to get Runtastic and Google Play Music installed, which were my primary goals lol, but cant seem to get Runtastic to initialize the GPS... is this ROM issue that is addressed in other versions or is this simply an app issue? The stock running app still initializes the GPS... Also, I keep seeing mention of a script that will download the workout activity from the stock MOTO apps but can't seem to locate said script... any suggestions on where to get this?

THANKS!

EDIT: Figured out how to activate GPS. Downloaded Google Maps and was able to turn it on all the time, woot!
[Other SmartWatches] redenjaja:
looks like i've managed to toast the wifi chipset.... havent tried using a usb cable to sync my motoactv.
[Other SmartWatches] muish002:
I just bought a motoactv, but cant do anything with it either. Its a hugh problem...

Initially, I was able to atleast see it on Explorer. But when I downloaded Motocast (as it didnt install by itself) that also stopped. so now I have a motoactv that is only seen as "networkdevice" , cant install WIFI on it and c ant create a motocst acound.

Contacted Motorola and they tell me to go to the shop where I bought it:p While it never been sold in Europe.

Its very frustrating, cant even root it!

(I have a win8.1 64 bits windows , and latest available software/firmware.
[Other SmartWatches] kensikora:
Motorola shut down their web services for this device, making it essentially useless while stock, since I don't know of a way to bypass that portion of the phone app setup. Unless somebody knows better than me or has a modified version of the app, it seems hope is lost. Sad part is I never used the online portal anyhow, and it was at one time optional instead of mandatory. So... Now that I think of it, maybe if you use an older version of the app, you can at least get it set up.

I wore mine for three years, but after upgrading to this latest phone, it finally came time to upgrade my watch to the Asus Zenwatch. I miss my MotoACTV and maybe someday I'll find the time to do something with it, but every time I look at it, I'm filled with sadness.
[Other SmartWatches] bmurf:
I am pretty sure that the webservices for MotoActv have not been shut down. And, Motocast may no longer work but you can still update the software to the latest release on your MotoActv by installing Motorola Device Manager.

MotoActv Portal:

https://motoactv.com

Motorola Device Manager:

https://motorola-global-portal.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/88481
[Other SmartWatches] KramerEz:
Latest Stock Software Image

Hey All - I recently replaced a Motoactv that went for a swim:crying:. The new Motoactv seems to have a really old release of the software and I've had a serious problem trying to get it to update using anything that Motorola support will provide (MDM did not work and that's about all they are willing to offer as help). So, for now I have a watch that won't connect to my home wifi, or sync to the motoactv website (or my profile), has about 5 watch face options (none of which I like), won't wake by turning my wrist, and doesn't go back to the time by holding the back button. After reading so much about rooting it - I think that may be the best way to go forward considering the lack of support from Motorola with their software. BUT, I'm wondering if someone has an image of the latest software for the 16GB. I want that to be the factory restore for this device now. Any help would be greatly appreciated! Thanks - Ezra
[Other SmartWatches] Prack:
Root is for sure the way to go, here are some links you will need:

Root/CWM Recovery/Button commands etc

http://motoactv.wikispaces.com/

ClearD ROM

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2085202

Custom watch faces

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1768233
[Other SmartWatches] blmartin1984:
Noob question

Given that the MotoActv website server is no longer allowing you to set up a MotoActv ID and thus use the notifications function between the app on a smart phone and the watch, if I root my watch will I get the ability to have my watch get notifications from my phone (i.e. texts, phone calls, emails)? Given I have an Samsung S5 with more power and screen room, I really not too interested in using my watch to do a lot of redundant stuff the phone can do. I'm more interested in leaving my phone in the holster and using the watch to get notifications so I know if I need to grab my phone. I've watched a lot of the demos on youtube to see what the watch can do when rooted. Very cool. But no one talks about notifications because I think most of the videos were made when the MotoActv website and phone app were still functioning. Any insight would be greatly appreciated.
[Other SmartWatches] welchomatic:
Yes. If you use the watch without rooting it, it will still act as a conduit for messages and incoming calls from your android phone.
[Other SmartWatches] blmartin1984:
Well, not really. I installed the MotoActv app on my S5. Upon opening it wanted my MotoActv ID. When I tried setting up my watch i got the same problem. The MotoActv website will not respond to requests to make new IDs. So I called Motorola (who was surprisingly helpful). They put me in touch with a development group that has knowledge of the MotoActv. Seems all support ceased in Jan 2015. They have no intention of modifying the app on Play Store so that it will work with the watch without first requiring a MotoActv ID. As a side note, I did make a Motorola ID to see if that would work but it didn't would with the MotoActv site. Yes I can link the phone and watch via bluetooth still but I don't see anything coming to the watch. Maybe I'm doing something wrong.
[Other SmartWatches] SashSheen:
Did you find the solution to getting applications installed on SD card yet? I am not able to install Google Play Services due to insufficient space
[Other SmartWatches] sergsinger:
Hello, guys!

Is it real to use Sports Tracker app with this watches? I need to record bicycle activity. Will custom ROM help me?

Thanks in advance.
[Other SmartWatches] Prack:
Custom rom is just going to allow you to tinker, install/do more with the watch. If you want to overclock and watch netflix on your wrist sure, if not I'd just use the normal workout stuff that it came with.
[Other SmartWatches] sergsinger:
I don't understand, will custom ROM help me to install Sports Tracker app and use it without a smartphone? Or this app will work with the stock? I just need to switch on GPS on the watches, run the Sports Tracker app and start to record activity from my wrist while a smartphone is lying in a bag.

Don't forget that now there is no sync between watches and Web using stock app.

UPD.: working path for me is ClearDroid_ACTV_1.2.1_T14 and last SportyPal from GP. Recorded activity (bicycle) was succesfully uploaded to the SportyPal website by Wi-Fi.
[Other SmartWatches] smb_gaiden:
Saw some posts on the lenovo forums about updating golf course data. I managed to update the motoactv with the re-designed Torrey Pines North data and then use it on the course. Right now the steps to recreate requires understanding programming and databases. If enough interest then I could try to make it more user friendly.

The general steps are:

1. Obtain or create course data

2. Zip

3. Encode

4. Update db on the motoactv

5. upload the course from steps 1-3

6. reset. Unsure if this is needed, but it is usually prudent.

I have root, but it seems like no root is needed for this method.

More description is covered here:

http://www.wanderinghuman.com/blog/archives/000121.html
[Other SmartWatches] jallabo:
Thanks
[Other SmartWatches] TheEndGame7:
Wow!!! Awww man I'm itching with anticipation!!!:D
[Other SmartWatches] Jay4255:
My first donation! Thanks man, you just paid for 2% of my text books this semester XD

Looking good! When you post the stuff let me know and I'll build it into the batch, crediting you.
[Other SmartWatches] ClearD:
Update: I've included the exploit directly in the program, so it

*WILL*

set off most antivirus programs with a virus or trojan or something detected. That's the exploit. Obviously antivirus programs will try to delete something that gives us root lol. It's the same one that gets set off when you run SuperOneClick. Just a heads up.

I've almost got the root script finished, finding a good busybox to install now. :)

Edit: I also need a guinea pig... since I don't even have my device yet (it's in the mail though! :D )
[Other SmartWatches] TheEndGame7:
Edit: I also need a guinea pig... since I don't even have my device yet (it's in the mail though! :D )[/QUOTE]

Just sent you a PM about that! Let me know! :D

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PM's sent...
[Other SmartWatches] k1w1:
MotoACTV root tool

Gents, love the look of the root too1 !! , making it easy ( I hope ) for noobs like me !! Just ordered one but will take 2 weeks to be delivered..... :-( , hopefully by then I will be able to just plug in click , click .... done !! .... Donate .!!!!!
[Other SmartWatches] tineprogramming:
How to Motoactv 16 GB rooted Check it out

I made the How to thread for root 16 gb with fastboot bat script :D

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1454685

Flashed boot.img with successfully :D

Thank

Tineprogramming
[Other SmartWatches] speedyink:
Wow, it's looking good guys. Mine's still in shipping..14 days can not go by fast enough!
[Other SmartWatches] TheEndGame7:
"I made the How to thread for root 16 gb with fastboot bat script :D"

Nice!
[Other SmartWatches] MynticeLX:
BusyBox installer

For anyone having trouble getting LCD Density to change - make sure you have BusyBox installed. The traditional BusyBox installer does not format to allow you to install. Use the JRummy version of the BusyBox installer and it works like a charm. Density is now able to be changed.
[Other SmartWatches] d2tw4all:
I would love to see a script on the watch that lets you kill the motorola processes so netflix/youtube works, and then another to re-enable them when you are done...

Tom
[Other SmartWatches] submandingo:
where is the JRummy version found?
[Other SmartWatches] MynticeLX:
Got it from Market and loaded it to my GNex.. then just transferred it over.

Here's the Link
[Other SmartWatches] tansoftware:
CWM Recovery comming soon :-)

Ehm ehm...

Thought you might wanna see this :-D
[Other SmartWatches] TheEndGame7:
Stop teasing me man! OMG! That's soooo DOPE!
[Other SmartWatches] ClearD:
So uh...

The Root Button Works

:)

TheEndGame is a great tester, and tonight we gained root without needing superoneclick!

Now, just doing a little polishing before the final product. :)

Edit: Also, tan, if you get a working recovery image, would it be alright to add that into the root button? :D
[Other SmartWatches] nosit1:
Looks like someone is going to be lining their pockets with some dough! ;)

Looking great, keep the great work up.
[Other SmartWatches] TheEndGame7:
What are you using to change the Density with?
[Other SmartWatches] MynticeLX:
LCD Density Changer. Requires root + BUSYBOX to work..

LCD Density Changer
[Other SmartWatches] TheEndGame7:
Thanks man!
[Other SmartWatches] PrsnlCrcl:
Streaming Music

I have made the decision to pick up a MOTOACTV today...I am just wondering if anyone has been able to get a streaming music app to work. I don't really do much with downloading music files anymore with all of the streaming options available. My hope is to be able to stream Slacker. Obviously, I know that an internet connection will be required, but I have that taken care of. Has anyone been able to get slacker, pandora, or something similar to work? Thanks.
[Other SmartWatches] TheEndGame7:
Try Google Music... Sick App!
[Other SmartWatches] Jay4255:
I've used Pandora on it, some others have reported using Spotify. Haven't heard any reports of Slacker.
[Other SmartWatches] PrsnlCrcl:
Thanks...I forgot about that one...no problems with it?
[Other SmartWatches] TheEndGame7:
Only thing I have a problem with is signing into it with my email so I could load my personal playlist! :D Trying that now with the help of Jay's Button Mapping script! :D He is a MotoActv God!!!

Finally got SuperUser Access!!!
[Other SmartWatches] tansoftware:
Status update on Google Market & Custom Recovery

I haven't slept for 48 hours straight and I'm seeing doubles already :-P

Ok... So here's my update as of now:

Google Market:

Market works, allows you to browse apps, but once you click "Accept & Download", the market crashes. The download handler depends on services in Google's framework services, which so far, have not been playing nicely with the MotoACTV. Reason ? MotoACTV's Kernel sucks and limited pagesize memory. Will continue to research as I am currently testing a modified Kernel. Will update you as this progresses.

Custom Recovery:

The main reason I'm seeing doubles :-P Not kidding (Switching from small fonts to large fonts and back on a small screen will make your eyes snap)

I've been on this for 3 days now. Very slow progress. And I've invited some talented developers to look into it and lend us some help.

To cut this short. This watch is a powerhouse. Motorola have done a great job of stripping its capabilities and locking it's potential. Trust me when I say this, we haven't even scratched its surface yet. That's why a fully functioning Kernel is necessary to continue development.

Well that's it for now. Will keep you posted on future progress.
[Other SmartWatches] tansoftware:
Digitally Imported Radio :-)

I personally prefer DI fm.

Give it a try :-)
[Other SmartWatches] TheEndGame7:
Thanks for the update tansoftware! Maybe I could ask Jcase and a few of the HTC Thunderbolt Devs to take a look at this also! Won't hurt to ask! :D
[Other SmartWatches] nosit1:
I can confirm Slacker works well.
[Other SmartWatches] PrsnlCrcl:
Thank you!!! That was the response I was hoping to see. I pay for their upgraded service so I was really hoping it would work. Google Music is nice, but limited to only your current music (unless I am missing something). I stream Slacker in my car all the time :).
[Other SmartWatches] TheEndGame7:
AudioGalaxy is another one I'm testing out... Seems nice so far... Haven't tried the other recommendations yet... Thanks for them all though!:D

Edit: AudioGalaxy working Very Nicely and looks great, formats perfect to our devices! I was able to sign-in with my account no problem!
[Other SmartWatches] tineprogramming:
And way to get microphone in headset work ?

Like for Voip Calling and Recoding Propose ?

And Can we use Bluetooth to send a file ?
[Other SmartWatches] tjclark3:
Help

I think I bricked my Motoactv any help or suggestions would be great. When I plug it in I get the motorola load screen but then it just hangs there. It does not charge unless I am holding the cord in at an angle and then the white light turns on. I try to put it into fastboot mode and it keeps telling me that the battery is to low. I got it rooted and then tried to install the rest of the applications but when I rebooted it wouldnt load anything. Please HELP
[Other SmartWatches] TheEndGame7:
Try holding Down the Power and Start Button (At the same time) for a long time until it resets...
[Other SmartWatches] tjclark3:
It wont power on... I believe that I dont have the proper launcher on there. How would I get it back to factory settings?
[Other SmartWatches] TheEndGame7:
I would suggest if you say "when I hold it at a angle it charges" to do that first for awhile... then with your boot.img backup try re-flashing that with Jay's script tool...
[Other SmartWatches] NORCALkID:
The point is not for it to power on you want it to power off .... do how The end game says and hold the power and start button for 7 or8 seconds then hook it up to the charger and cable it came with....let itcarge for a good hour or 2 ..then go into recovery mode and flash your system.img

If you properly held the buttons correctly you should see the screen turn off and when you hook it up for a bit and let it charge it should show a battery icon..and not the bootloop
[Other SmartWatches] Itslame:
it should be common sense but for the sake of mentioning it....when you guys are running out of charge and attempting to charge them up to continue the process; plug it in with the wall charger and NOT via PC USB. once it is fully charged, then connect the usb to your PC.
[Other SmartWatches] tansoftware:
On a separate note...

On a separate note, when you say you're holding the the cord at an angle, I assume you are referring to the USB cable. If this is the case, then you might have accidentally detached the USB socket from your watch's PCB. Holding it at an angle, like you've mentioned, would re-align the contacts back again to their original position on the watch's PCB.

If the battery remains empty after plugging it, and if it only starts charging after holding the cable at an angle, then you might want to return it for repairs or replacement.
[Other SmartWatches] tjclark3:
Well when I straight plug it in it pulls up the motorola screen and just hangs there. but then if I hold it at an angle it will show the white light like it is charging.

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anywhere I can get the backup if I no longer have that?
[Other SmartWatches] PrsnlCrcl:
Looking for some assistance. I picked up one of the 8 GB models today and have been able to get it successfully rooted thanks to this thread (many thanks to many of you out there!). Here is what I am hoping to accomplish and the reason I purchased the unit. I do want to use it for what it was designed for by using it during my workouts. The only frustration that I have with it is that you can only listen to music that is stored on the device. I want to be able to stream music while using the built in capabilities (MotoActv apps). Is anyone currently using it for that purpose? I have tried getting it to work, but am running into some issues and want to see if someone can help.

1) How can I get the watch to connect to wifi using the watch? I have configured a couple of wifi connections, but it only connects when I tell it to sync...is there a better way?

2) I was able to install Slacker and get the app to start up, but then if FC's. I did get it connected to wife prior to opening the app. Is something else needed?

3) I installed the zeam launcher and can switch between zeam and stock launchers...is there a way to open an app from the zeam launcher and then keep it running while switching back to stock? My goal is to start streaming music and then start one of the workouts in the Moto apps...is that possible?

4) If i set the volume buttons to be the home and menu buttons, is there another way to control the volume on the watch?

Thanks in advance to anyone who is able to assist!
[Other SmartWatches] dragon_76:
1) I have found that you have to have both Wifi and bluetooth enabled for wifi to work correctly. I use the stock Power Control widget to enable/disabele my radios. You have to use AnyCut to create a shortcut to the wifi settings. It is the second Settings selection.

2) Sorry I don't know the app

3) Yup, if the stock app doesn't chew up so much memory it shoves out the other one (the stock apps are resource hogs, btw)

4) You almost have to decide to use the ACTV for its intended purpose or as an Android device. Using ButtonSaviour may help you out so you don't need to remap hard buttons but remapping Start and Music is easier. Like I said, the stock apps and launcher are resource hogs. I don't know if it is really good or really bad programming on Moto's part that they use so many resources but they are exceptionally responsive and slick...

Cheers!

-M

Xda member since 2007
[Other SmartWatches] ClearD:
Update:

Still testing. So far, everything appears to work except for the root, which gains root, but then the device magically reboots without being told, losing root before superuser binaries can install. There is no reboot command. I'm confused officially.

Hopefully, I can get my MotoACTV tomorrow and do my own testing before passing it along to TEG... :)

I believe I've also found out how to create and flash custom ROMs tonight, but I want to complete the root first.
[Other SmartWatches] nosit1:
If I recall correctly, for that, once it reboots, disconnect and reconnect the USB and it should work.
[Other SmartWatches] tansoftware:
Interesting... Looking forward to your findings...
[Other SmartWatches] Jay4255:
PM me what you have for the Root and I'll look over it.

Flashing custom ROMs isn't difficult. It's only a few commands...

Erase Userdata and cache

Flash system

Reboot

You just have to have a custom rom in IMG form instead of the zip of folders and files you normally find it as.
[Other SmartWatches] PrsnlCrcl:
Thank you both for your responses. I was actually able to figure most of them out by messing around with the device and with the help of this post (here) by fiestah (Thank You).

For anyone interested, I did find an older version of slacker radio that is working (thanks for the recommendation nosit1!). If anyone is interested, let me know and I will be happy to share.

I have not tried streaming while using one of the Motoactv apps yet, so I will have to see if it has enough resources.

Has anyone been able to get google music to stream to bluetooth headphones? I was able to get it to stream using regular headphones, but it won't stream to my motorola SD10 headphones. Not a big deal since I have Slacker working, but I thought I would check.

I installed the android market and the app opens ok, but it pops up with a message stating that I need to setup an account and asks if I want to do this now. After I click yes, it doesn't do anything. How can I setup accounts on the device?

Thanks to all in this great thread.