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[Other SmartWatches] jiexi:
anyone have modded motoactv launcher? or is there a way to get to the notifications app without going through their launcher?

problem is right now that it does the "swipe left, swipe right" tutorial, then quits back into your default launcher after it finishes, so you never actually get to use the motoactv launcher. any workarounds i missed?
[Other SmartWatches] bercut65:
Camera for motoactv

Hi all! Bluetooth camera LooxcieCam,and LooxcieMoments apps work good on Motoactv.Thank you all for a hard work!
[Other SmartWatches] kensikora:
Yes. Clear your launcher default. Every time you press the home button, you'll be prompted to select which launcher you want to use.

The Motoactv launcher works perfectly this way, but behaves as you describe when you try to launch it as an app because it's basically programmed to play a tutorial, then launch the default home app.

So. For the fix. Put a shortcut on your home screen for the Manage Applications page of the Settings menu, scroll down to your launcher and clear application defaults.

Every time you hit the home button, just choose Launcher for Motoactv launcher or choose your custom launcher. But don't set a default.
[Other SmartWatches] jiexi:
wouldnt it be better to write a .sh that sets the default home to moto, opens moto, then sets default back to the orig?
[Other SmartWatches] EricMiddleton:
The Cleardroid rom is downloaded from cleardroidroms.com, right? I ask because when I try to download the latest build there, it gives me an invalid ID error.
[Other SmartWatches] ClearD:
Why? I press home, select moto, and moto opens. When I'm done, I press home, select ADW, and ADW opens. :) It's as simple as it could be.

OOPS!!! Thank you! I just updated that website a couple of days ago to include the actv stats, and I mistyped the ID for the rom build. Fixing now! :) Thank you! Also, it seems my statcounter on the website is down temporarily. I don't think it's my code though, it's probably on their end... shouldn't affect downloads though. :)
[Other SmartWatches] kensikora:
Maybe? I don't know. Honestly, one extra click isn't that bad.

Also, I'm not a developer, so I have no idea how difficult what you just said is. But from the little programming I do know, the tiniest little ideas are the most difficult to implement.
[Other SmartWatches] kensikora:
I download from the wiki. www.Motoactv.wikispaces.com

I didn't know his roms were even available elsewhere.

Of course, if you're still having trouble, he's active in this thread, so I'm sure he can help.

Edit: apparently, I missed the fact that Clear D answered both of those posts before me. Well done, sir. I'm apparently much slower than I thought.
[Other SmartWatches] jiexi:
It doesn't bother you that to go "home" you have to make an additional click?

Especially since the likelihood of you going to the motoactv launcher is very slim?

My current fix at the moment is to clear the default launcher, open motoactv launcher, let it swipe left right tutorial, then set the default launcher back to adw.

This allows me to enter the motoactv launcher without problems and go back to adw with default launcher, BUT it must be applied with every boot :/
[Other SmartWatches] Margino:
Is there a way of getting to the Manage Applications page through the Settings menu? When I press Settings I get Workout, Sensors, Wireless, Battery Saver, Personal Profile, Music, Display, Notifications and General (all with a very legible white background). I know the Manage Applications page exists as I can get to it through Apps2SD. Have I missed something?

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You can also use an app called Home Switcher (there are a few others that also do the same job).
[Other SmartWatches] mvsroot:
MOTOACTV update without Windows

I'd like to root my MOTOACTV 8GB and install custom ROMs and/or application packs. My clock is running version 4.53.50. To root I had to update at least to version 4.55.78. I found the file delta-ota-Blur_Version.4.53.50-4.55.78.Motorola-F100.Retail.en.US.zip but I've no idea how to flash that to my clock without Windows.

Any ideas?

Thanks.
[Other SmartWatches] Margino:
You can update your MotoACTV through MotoCast. The installation files are on the SDCard of your MotoACTV. Check this web page for more information.
[Other SmartWatches] mvsroot:
Thanks for your answer. Unfortunately MotoCast is Windows only and I don't have Windows. I am running Linux and MacOS (Panther 10.3 and Tiger 10.4 on PowerPC).
[Other SmartWatches] Margino:
I see from the MotoCast downloads page it only supports Mac OS X 10.5.8 or higher. How about using Wine or Virtual Box to emulate Windows?
[Other SmartWatches] galatians51:
Here's my workaround:

WaveLauncher works extremely well for this. I install WaveLauncher and place Zeam as the first app in the list, and set it to launch from the side instead of the bottom. Then I set the Moto launcher as the default. It goes there when I use the Home button, if I want Zeam i just tap and hold the side of the screen and it magically appears. Works awesome. Also, I use zMooth Root at the bottom of the screen to launch Home, back, and Settings buttons. This combination allows me to essentially use the stock experience in terms of launcher and button mapping as intended by Motorola, with super easy access to all the root stuff.
[Other SmartWatches] mvsroot:
The problem with MacOS is the following: "1GHz Intel-based processor". I am using a PowerPC G4. Using wine is not possible because of USB issues and I think I need a Windows license for using Windows in Vitual Box. This is not an option for me. I am looking for a solution with fastboot or sbf_flash otherwise I've got a "Chicken-Egg problem".
[Other SmartWatches] dproldan:
Look at the recovery section if this page:

http://wiki.opticaldelusion.org/wiki/Motoactv

If you put that ota zip you have in your sdcard, this method for booting into recovery should allow you to flash it.

If you know your way with fastboot and adb, there's no reason to use the windows tools anymore.
[Other SmartWatches] jiexi:
GPS isn't working for me. google maps crashes on me still. is there anything special I should do? GPS status didn't seem to help.
[Other SmartWatches] mvsroot:
Thanks! That's the info I was looking for.
[Other SmartWatches] speedyink:
Then how come I'm running leopard on my G4 iMac? It's only like 700-something mhz.

Turn on wifi before opening google maps
[Other SmartWatches] jiexi:
still doesn't work for me. latitude works, up until you allow sharing location then it tries calling google maps.
[Other SmartWatches] ClearD:
did you update google maps in google play?
[Other SmartWatches] IronChase:
Wow - zMooth root - what a great alternative to Button Savior! Seems to be a real easy way of navigating Home/Menu to me. I really like Button Savior, but found it getting in the way when I wasn't trying to use it (big finger problem again - and yes, I tried it in different launch positions & settings). I made the zMooth launcher just small enough (height) to be visible, and offset it to the far right of the bottom of the screen, so the left is free. Really nice.

The WaveLauncher is nice and works well, but I don't feel the need for it. I'm ok with 2 taps.

I also added the Smart Statusbar app - made by the developer of Button Savior, and found it over on another xda discussion. Also works nicely (works in full screen only).

Which brings me to a question - has anyone thought about adding a wifi icon to the status bar? I've been trying a few different wifi lock widgets lately (even with the lock, I've been getting wifi shutoff. Seemed to resolve briefly with a re-root). We've got the wifi icon on everything else we use (tablets, phones, etc.), and we have the GPS icon on the Moto, which to me is just an afterthought, so I would think it would be nice to see on our statusbar too. I think it would be very practical. What does everyone think?
[Other SmartWatches] ClearD:
I'll certainly take a look at it next. :) Thinking about it, I believe the icon for it was already in the framework, and the correct size and everything. I assume it would be in the services.jar again... ugh. Lol.
[Other SmartWatches] jiexi:
yup just did, fixes force close.

gps never seems to be able to find my location. does first time lock take awhile? is there anything special i should try?
[Other SmartWatches] ClearD:
Try GPS Status or GPS Test from the market, to see if you're getting any satellites locking on at all. I think GPS Status will also let you refresh your device's aGPS data in its menu. :)
[Other SmartWatches] kensikora:
The only way to access the manage applications screen is to add a shortcut to the home screen. Just long press, click shortcut, then settings, and you'll see a few "hidden" settings menus, including Manage Applications. Also, the one called "settings" is the real Android wifi settings menu, which is super useful to have.
[Other SmartWatches] kensikora:
Whoa, that sounds complex. If I get bored and ambitious someday, I might try that. I'd just want to see what that looks like.

Presently, I'm finding myself spending 99% of my time in the stock Motoactv launcher. I'm almost ashamed of myself. But aside from a little Angry Birds and watching some Slingbox when I'm smoking, it's pretty much a stock Motorola experience.

That's the most appealing part of your setup: the stealth. Button Savoir is doing everything I need for now, but your way sounds much cooler.
[Other SmartWatches] ClearD:
I had to post this somewhere because I'm super excited about being accepted, but I was just notified that I'm now an XDA recognized developer. :)

In other news, I ripped apart multiple status bars from several roms last night, and will do a couple more tonight, looking for the section in statusbarpolicy.smali that will enable our WiFi icon. I'm close, I've found the IDs and small icons, and they look like they're accurate, but I will test a few different things tonight at work to try and get them working.
[Other SmartWatches] IronChase:
Hey Congrats! You deserve the recognition for all your work here.

Looking forward to what you get going on the wifi. btw, I for one really like your first battery meter. I think it looks great with the circle/number icon, rather than the same old battery-on-it's-side look. I saw somewhere else a battery meter that was simply a thin lightbar across the statusbar that slowly retracted as the battery drained. Someone reviewed it on youtube as well. I'll have to look for it again.

*Update* ok, it's called ChargeBar - MUI Battery Bar. Looks great! A thin blue line across the top of the screen. Liking it!
[Other SmartWatches] Margino:
Congratulations, you thoroughly deserve the accolade.
[Other SmartWatches] kensikora:
Awesome! The work you've done on this device is incredible, and much appreciated. That new battery icon and the 1% battery deal is amazing, by the way.
[Other SmartWatches] bdaman80:
The collective guys have one like that in there line of Inspire 4G aosp roms
[Other SmartWatches] ClearD:
I looked it up, and I honestly think that one might be best left as a separate app, as they've done it lol. You should just be able to sideload chargebar and install it. :)

Actually creating a battery that goes across the entire top of the screen is a little beyond my abilities, as they're typically constrained within a certain set of dimensions. In this case, the stock ones are 21x20 pixels, making it tough lol.
[Other SmartWatches] dragonfly1113:
anyone get a gtalk working yet on their motoactv? that would be awesome. also anyone get swype keyboard working? those 2 things would be great.

ps

cleard awesome work and you deserve to be recognized as a developer you are amazing.
[Other SmartWatches] Prack:
Congrats ClearD. I know everyone here appreciates all the hard work. Keep it up! :)

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I'm rooted and on ClearD's 1.1.2b. Am I able to update with motocast to the new version or will that break the current rom? Also curious if the battery add on is themed with the built in themes, red, blue, steel etc.
[Other SmartWatches] IronChase:
Yes, sorry, I didn't mean to suggest it should be a part of the rom. I was just commenting on how nice it looked. I did sideload it, and I think it looks good along with your battery icon. Not redundant at all. Just another great add for our little device.
[Other SmartWatches] ClearD:
Negative, to update, use root tool to return to stock, or flash CEnnis91's stock rom, then update via motocast to the latest, then flash the 5.6.0 boot image and re-root, and you should be good to go. I apologize for not updating to the latest yet, I'm working on about 10 different things...
[Other SmartWatches] Prack:
Not a problem. No new features that I care about I was just curious. I'll wait until you release a new version.
[Other SmartWatches] astn7278:
First off, I just wanted to thank each and every one of you for contributing to this thread, as it has been my helping hand throughout this whole process. I do need help with one thing, though. I know somebody already asked about connecting to wifi without having to hook up the device to your computer, but if I have already rooted it, what exactly should I do? Thanks in advance!
[Other SmartWatches] kensikora:
You'll need to add a homescreen shortcut to the wifi menu.

Long-press on your homescreen, and select "Shortcuts." Then, select "Settings." Then, select "Settings" again from that next menu. That's the wifi menu.

Just launch the shortcut to scan for networks and add them as you would on any Android device.
[Other SmartWatches] ClearD:
You could also use the WiFi Manager app to... manage wifi lol. :)
[Other SmartWatches] astn7278:
Well thank you! I actually wound up figuring it out myself on initially getting it connected, but I am having trouble staying connected? I have Wi-Fi Manager and a widget to turn it on and off, but it continues to turn itself off?
[Other SmartWatches] kensikora:
I would recommend changing your wifi sleep policy to "never." Mine stays connected indefinitely. Remember to turn wifi off when you're not using it, because it'll swallow some serious battery.
[Other SmartWatches] astn7278:
Where exactly is that setting?

And also, what is the fix for the market search force close issue? I know I saw somebody was using a separate app to search, which is fine, but for the life of me I can not even find that...
[Other SmartWatches] Margino:
The app for searching Google Play is Market Search Plus by FireZenk. I don't believe the force close issue when searching the market has been resolved. I would imagine it's a larger issue as other text fields in different apps also cause force closes.

I use the power widget that is preinstalled on the MotoACTV to keep the wifi alive.

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I've been playing around with this app as well. I like the fact I can access the status bar within apps. The status bar just needs some more information on it. I'm looking for a way to add a time readout, next to the battery icon (loving the 1% increments). That way, if I have an app up but I want to quickly glance at the time all I have to do is swipe down (Using Smart Statusbar). Anyone know of an app that can do this? Or recommend a good book on Android programming. :confused:
[Other SmartWatches] bapurado:
I couldn't find the answer for this so I was just wondering if I root and flash a new rom on it will I still have the fitness aspect of the watch? I love the idea that I could use it to workout so I don't want to lose that if I root/flash it. Also I would still be able to pair it with my phone to receive notifications and ability to sync it with the motoactv website correct?
[Other SmartWatches] dragonfly1113:
I was worried about the same exact thing but all the functionality is still there for me, im running the 1.1.2b rom. and everything including the golf which is what i care about the most is still there and still sycns over my workouts for the day.
[Other SmartWatches] Margino:
StatusBar+ Lite works as a replacement status bar, even though it says it's incompatible with the MotoACTV on Google Play. I sideloaded it using the apk installed on my phone. It displays time, battery, language, wifi signal and most likely much more in the paid version.

The problem is I can't find a way to hide the status bar when StatusBar+ Lite is running. It disappears after a few seconds on the home screen (that may be due to Smart Statusbar auto hiding after 3 seconds, or ADW Launcher on fullscreen mode) but constantly shows when there is an app on screen.
[Other SmartWatches] Prack:
Each time I power off the watch or reboot etc I have to re-setup all the home screens. Anyone else have this problem or know an easy fix?

Also the wifi power widget will indeed turn the wifi on but it does NOT keep it on. You will need to toggle it back on every few mintues if you stop using data.
[Other SmartWatches] kensikora:
Well, if you're using Wifi Manager, I have no idea, because I've never used it.

If you're using the regular Android wifi settings menu, then just hit menu/advanced, and you'll see the wifi sleep policy there.
[Other SmartWatches] dragonfly1113:
Just found myself only way to get to the android wifi settings that speak of changing the sleep policy is to hold down the home screen, add a shortcut choose settings and than choose settings again, and thats the android wifi settings. I've found that my default was set to never turn off the wifi yet mine still is finicky a little bit going off on its own every once in a while.
[Other SmartWatches] dragonfly1113:
does anyone know if i was to update another motoactv on my laptop thats setup with my motoactv if it will cause any issues?

reason i ask is we just got my dad a motoactv for his bday and he just wants the golf update, doesnt need android an all that jazz like we all love, and he doesnt really have his own laptop/computer to set it up with, so question is can i just take his motoactv plug it into my computer and update the software without it effecting my device? im sure it will be fine just checking to see if anyone else has done this yet using multiple motoactvs on the same computer.
[Other SmartWatches] fernandoavc:
As far as I know you can plug your dads MotoACTV with no fears since motocast only updates the device and not store it on the computer at all....
[Other SmartWatches] dragonfly1113:
Thanks :) will update his this weekend.
[Other SmartWatches] ClearD:
However several have reported that the golf update was a limited time feature. If he wants it, root and load cleardroid 1.1.2B, which contains it. It won't add a launcher, so all original functionality will be there like it was never rooted. Just... Updated and with golf.

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[Other SmartWatches] jiexi:
any updates on my favorite little project? been playing pokemon on this guy.

getting the best reactions... "is that an ipod nano?"... -.- no... its not...

of course nobody asked me that question when i actually was wearing my ipod+lunatik
[Other SmartWatches] dragonfly1113:
ah ok thanks for the heads up, appreciate that. doing it tonight so we shall see, thanks.

update: can i backup/root/ and load cleardroid from the same laptop i use for mine? will it delete or overwrite my own back up though?
[Other SmartWatches] ClearD:
You should be able to do it all on one computer without issue. :)

Backups will be separate as long as you're doing both on different dates.

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[Other SmartWatches] dragonfly1113:
Thanks man, appreciate your help. and one last thing can i straight install the 1.1.2b on there or do i have to install the 1.0.0 first?

excited for the next update for my watch :) thanks to you im the awe of attention lately when i go out haha.
[Other SmartWatches] Prack:
Wish list for this device/rom

Persistent wifi setting (keep having to turn wifi on)

Persistent launcher setting (keep having to replace widgets/home screens)

Custom Kernel (If not for overclocking at least for under clocking)

Market Search fix

Web browser search fix

Livewallpaper picker etc included in the rom (have it working but had to add files in adb)
[Other SmartWatches] animorphed:
16GB Boot.img

Has anyone been able to dump the original 16GB Boot.img from a 16GB device or have said file available they would be willing to share? Thanks!
[Other SmartWatches] Ke1evraTi:
You cant have a custom kernel if the device has a locked bootloader. You could however cook-up some custom modules that when loaded will allow you to overclock the processor. Several apps actually exist in the marketplace that let you overclock other motorola phones with a variety of processors. If I remember correctly the omap in the actv is the same as other moto devices so the modules should be compatible. If you want to underclock it just install an app to control the clock speed.
[Other SmartWatches] ClearD:
The bootloader is unlocked. And a custom overclocked kernel has already been created, but has a couple of small bugs. I know this, because I've used it. ;)

The module idea is a good one though. An overclocking daemon may be easier to implement.

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[Other SmartWatches] Prack:
Yeah I understand this, I don't mean any disrespect but if you look at my signature you'll see I have a long list of devices with both locked and unlocked bootloaders and I'm aware of the difference. Also as ClearD said I've seen his 1000mhz screenshot ;)
[Other SmartWatches] Ke1evraTi:
You could try Milestone Overclock by Tiago. He's been working on this for long time and the idea is pretty developed. You can find his app here: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=pt.com.darksun.milestoneoverclock&hl=en

It should theoretically work with any OMAP 3x processor but ymmv. I've also seen it implemented on OMAP 4x such as the bionic.
[Other SmartWatches] Prack:
I tried both setcpu and android overclock but they both force close the second you try to adjust anything.

If bdaman has a kernel that needs testing I would love to take a look at it.
[Other SmartWatches] ClearD:
Bdaman80 is still working on it. The last one I had used had an issue with WiFi, but was otherwise usable. It was overclocked to 1 Ghz and also includes the smartassv2 governor for power savings. When he gets it finished, it will be beastly, just as it is on the inspire. :)

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[Other SmartWatches] EricMiddleton:
I downloaded the latest cleardroid rom, but I'm unsure of how to actually flash it. Is there a guide somewhere?
[Other SmartWatches] Prack:
http://motoactv.wikispaces.com/

happy flashing! :)
[Other SmartWatches] EricMiddleton:
So The motoactv root tool automatically installs cleardroid rom?
[Other SmartWatches] speedyink:
What launcher are you using? I haven't ever had to reconfigure my homescreens (except after wiping data of course). I'm using launcher pro.