yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Android General] minerva1961:
Anyone else notice there is an image of a V972 AND a V973 on this page...

http://pad.zol.com.cn/371/3711387.html
[Android General] PassieWater:
So...?
[Android General] warlord007:
WTF are you on about ? I paid over £200 for it just a week ago, AND from a legit site....

war

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Sorry mate, cant give you any other photos of the usb header as i removed it from the board, Found one on the pins was bent in it when i got the casing off it.

Unless you want any other pics, i might even just strip the whole thing down and sell off as spares.

got it running but the touch screen dosent work in places, and its a pain trying to rotate it with a long usb cable sticking out the usb port rofl

war
[Android General] mastroido:
Hi all. I want to buy a fresh new tablet for my nephew. So classical no-expert use (games, media, browsing).

I would buy this tablet from Aliexpress links, but reading this thread i'm a bit worried.

Is it a good tablet or not? And can you suggest me some other good product around this price?
[Android General] minerva1961:
So...ONDA are/have released a new model, not an ONDA V972 V2 or V3 but a new updated better spec-ed model... bummer...
[Android General] PassieWater:
You are mistaken. ..There is a V2 model. And the V973 is not THAT new.
[Android General] minerva1961:
??that's what I said, there's a new model, released on April 20th, the V973, it is thinner, lighter, a slightly bigger battery and cheaper..

http://www.ebellking.com/onda-v973-...-core-1-5ghz-android-4-1-jelly-bean-tablet-pc

http://www.ebellking.com/onda-v972-quad-core-a31-tablet-pc

:)
[Android General] KnieveI:
On the V972 battery is very bad ,the speaker to. Camera and screen are very good, and with last software the tablet is pretty ok. The overall quality is very nice.

Playing Real Racing on V972 is just awsome and it has a very strong gpu.

But the high resolution makes it not as snappy as tablets with lower resolutions.

Tablets with RK3188 seems stronger than A31. But my tablets with RK3188 doesent score higher than A31 when both running at 1ghz. So if we can get a higher clock on A31 it would be a very good choice with its premium gpu.

I would suggest the Pipo M9. Just love it. It has a powerfull cpu, very bright an sensitive screen. Good camera and the best speakers ive got on a tablet. Its very light and snappy to use. Stock software brilliant when rooted an debloated.

So if retinascreen isnt a must, this is it.

Thanks

Knievel
[Android General] aryanitinkumar:
May 07 Update- Onda V 972 core 4 V1 & 2 - v 2.3

May 07 Update- Onda V 972 core 4 V1 & 2 - v 2.3

http://pan.baidu.com/share/link?shareid=401559&uk=389436537
[Android General] Diomorgan:
why still a "test" and non Test Version?

Than, about V972vs V973:

V973

Onda V973 Quad Core Weight: 649g

Onda V973 Quad Core Size: 242*187.5*8.48mm

Battery : Li-Poly 8500mAh

Onda V972 Quad Core Weight: 649g

Onda V972 Quad Core Size: 242*187.5*9.8mm

Battery : Li-Poly 8000mAh

I think this time they stopped with the "V1, V2, V3" and just renamed the tablet.

500mAh an 1,32mm for €30 euros of difference it's an honest price.

I don't think 500mAh will save mi life, my Memo Pad 10 drain very fast too, but have GREAT SOUND and is VERY LIGHT compared to my Onda!
[Android General] Rajata:
Hello and thanks for sharing. Do you know what's new with this update? Any link i can go to? Thanks:highfive:
[Android General] aryanitinkumar:
Flashed it.......its a consolidated improvement release to the original released!!

Tabs more fluid for sure!! Well still experimental ~ test................. b patient for the final release!!!
[Android General] bazk123:
Has a newbie to tablets & my first & I picked the onda v972 after reading so many reviews, pros & cons with all I settled with this, very nice, much cheaper than IP*D etc.

I to had some difficulty with up-dating from 4.1.1 to 4.2.2 (not beta), but xda as some great reads, & you guys helped me out greatly, thank you. The above is the way to up-grade.. :good:
[Android General] Rajata:
Ok thanks a lot for the info. I will wait for the final release then ::highfive:
[Android General] yrag:
battery

I went to ibuyla.com and purchased two 6000mah batteries to replace the original 4000mah ones.

Now get 7 hours of use from a full charge.

Very happy with v972 now.
[Android General] PassieWater:
They have 8000mah isnt it ?
[Android General] yrag:
Yes, 2 x 4000mah.
[Android General] PassieWater:
Sorry...didn't read properly. ...he replaced with TWO 6000....
[Android General] oodles1916:
Guys, after the 4.2 update my only gripe now is battery life, how big a job would it be for an amateur to upgrade the battery? I wonder is there any tutorials out there...
[Android General] yrag:
go to http://www.htcmania.com/showthread.php?t=584663

use google translate and follow the steps

the 2 x 6000mah batteries are available at ibuyla.com look for v972

the replacements will be 4.5 x 95 x 105 mm
[Android General] oodles1916:
Thanks for the response, looks like there would be soldering involved which is beyond my ken unfortunately :( Shame
[Android General] minerva1961:
From what I can see this isn't rooted, Titanium is complaining about lack of root access, had a nosey around Security setting and nothing obvious for setting Root.
[Android General] jyams:
This version of 4.2.2 is NOT rooted. If you want a rooted version then go here and get the Kastyonda version by Arctablet.

Personally, I found that the unrooted "test" version ran better for me than the KastyOnda rooted version. I saw yesterday that the China site that has been running the test version for download for V1 devices has removed the "test" from the title and it is now just v1-v4.2.2. The "test" designation is still on the v2 version. So, maybe Onda is getting close to delivering the upgrade. I am assuming that when it is delivered that it will be rooted and all you will need to do is install one of the SuperUser apps to activate root. All the other upgrades for the last 2 months have been rooted.

Regarding the test v4.2.2 that is available, they say that this app will root the v972, but I haven't been able to get it to work. Traditionally, this app has been used to root Rockchip devices like the RK3066 and RK3188. It may be that my office network is causing the problem as the app has to download some scripts in the process and am thinking our firewall is stopping it. Try it on your home computer and it might work. Going to try it tonight. This app is in Chinese, but you can figure it out just like the earlier Phoenix tool. Supposedly, just click the "root" button after getting a good connection to your v972 (USB Debugging must be checked in "Developer Options" settings) and it will root the tablet. Folks over on HTCMania.com are using it.

Here's the download link for this app.
[Android General] Dvalin21:
Has anyone tried the XMBC app on this tablet?
[Android General] skippie17700:
Yes I did and working perfectly (supernova 4.1)

sent from ONDA V972
[Android General] ankar84:
It's seems to me that Allwinner released Android 4.2.2 source code
[Android General] u669983:
It can be rooted using this new tool .http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2240285.

I have tried and it worked like a charm.
[Android General] aryanitinkumar:
Did you try it out? It fails to recognize the tab for me.................any help!!:angel:
[Android General] u669983:
See previous post with solution
[Android General] PassieWater:
Could you upload the tool in dropbox or so for us....the download is terrible.....5 kb/s and stopped at 86%

THNX in advance !!!!!
[Android General] beto1967:
Unbrick

I was sad when I read your post, because the same happen to my v972,

I try the "reset mic button" theory and later I try the HOME + Power button procedure.

I was able to flash Factory ROM V2.0 using Phoenix Suite :victory:
[Android General] xeresis:
Ok. I use new unrooted version of latest 4.2.2

any working root method because any old dont work?

I try with e-root and all others like core4 zip without success
[Android General] pajda88:
use ZhuoDashi, it works for sure
[Android General] u669983:
eroot works but , you have to set your usb connection as media transfer. Then it sees your tablet
[Android General] PassieWater:
Worked for me on an rk3066 dual core tablet
[Android General] xeresis:
Thanks. Working perfect!

But now i have problem with combatibility of google store. Any program-mod to set differend id ? I use one in previews firmware but i dont remember the name.

Στάλθηκε από το V972 Core4 μου χρησιμοποιώντας Tapatalk 2
[Android General] kleinyair:
Try Market Helper.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2146216
[Android General] pajda88:
You can try 'market helper' :)

Wysyłane z mojego FreeTAB 9704 IPS2 X4 za pomocą Tapatalk 2
[Android General] maxxxy:
sorry ... where can i find the new version????

sorry for my english!!!
[Android General] enr88:
It's the same beta that was published in the 23 april..

È la stessa beta di sempre ;)

Inviato dal mio GT-I9300 con Tapatalk 2
[Android General] maxxxy:
thank you but write new unrooted

grazie ma parla di nuova senza root

quella del 23 se non mi sbaglio è con root
[Android General] enr88:
You're wrong all the beta 2.3, are without root

It has always been without root. Trust. All those present contain the usual img of 23 april, nothing new;)

Inviato dal mio GT-I9300 con Tapatalk 2
[Android General] aryanitinkumar:
Canary download rom v 3.0 beta

CANARY ROM V 3.0 BETA

Google Translation:

"Based on kasty Rom, 4.2.2 - Zipaling - Kernel stock - Root - Performance Tweaks - Tweaks stability - energy saving Tweaks - Platform modified to copy to external sd (@ predabcn) - New Play Store invested and multidpi - Sony Sound Enhancement xLoud, Clearbass & Beats Engine - Removed Chinese applications Holo-Launcher HD -No Bootanimation, a tad faster start -Some cosmetic fixes THANKS - To all my people in ZonaBlanquiazul. - Onda - Dsixda - Chujalt ( piece of crack and a better person) - Steve_Mars - Arctablet.com - Axl33 (thanks for the tips and scripts) - Rayden999 (thanks for the scripts) - Victorgordis (thanks for the scripts) - Ximotomin - Fumetas - Klander - Neophite 31 - Neophyte - Raymoondo (plainclothes are the best) - HtcSpain - FranLove - Acura [/ size] - SoniaKyran - bitrate - Veloz46 (thanks for your statutes) - I'm sure I forget many - Of course everyone s the Rom proving the LINK CANARY DOWNLOAD ROM V 3.0 BETA

https://mega.co.nz/#!UdwkkT4A!HaLJM... link .. [url]http://www.zonablanquiazul.com/ forum ...? topic = 66853.0"
[Android General] xeresis:
Yes. Its some without root...my false!

Anyway market helper works ok. Thanks again gays ;)

Στάλθηκε από το V972 Core4 μου χρησιμοποιώντας Tapatalk 2
[Android General] PassieWater:
Keep it in English guys !
[Android General] alexhjelm:
Hi anyone here tested the new V973? is the speakers better on that version?
[Android General] u669983:
4.2.2 release

Release date for official 4.2.2 for V972 set for 15th May .
[Android General] riverlife:
Onda v972 has a pitch of 4 pixels on the sensor (You can see it if set "Show Touches" in "Developer Options" menu).

This disrupts the smooth interface and smooth scrolling. It's probably a driver problem, since the tablet Ainol Novo9

Spark sensor resolution is 1px. Files of configuration touch screen located in the directories

system\vendor\modules\gslX680.ko and system\usr\idc\gslX680.idc. Who can help set a pitch of resolution of touch screen by 1 pixel, if possible.

The driver can be found via a search engine google "gslx680_ts.c" (I have not yet allowed to post links:)).
[Android General] boreto:
Onda V972 Quad Core Tablet PC Android 4.2.2 V3.0 Firmware: 331.53M

V972 Quad Core V3.0 Firmware: (only support V1 Version)

Time: 2013-05-15

Download:

h--p://pan.baidu.com/share/link?shareid=435449&uk=389436537;
[Android General] xeresis:
Thanks! Do you know what fixis included? Its unroot ?

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[Android General] rajlesta:
guys, i sold my onda v972 3months ago..how is the firmware is doing? last time i had issue with firmware where it crashed almost daily... did they improved now? any constant crashing like early 1.6 FW ? let me know i might consider buying it again
[Android General] u669983:
Installed 3.0 . Its already rooted. Very smooth and nice . No bug detected so far . Need to use more to see but so far so good

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4.2.2 link for v2 for those who need it :http://pan.baidu.com/share/link?shareid=435956&uk=389436537

cheers
[Android General] hurray:
Do you have a link for 4.2.2 for the V973?
[Android General] KenHua:
I installed it and it is really smooth. Thanks. By the way Titanium Backup says no root access. Your advice would be very much appreciated.
[Android General] zsnorbi:
Installed too, interface is smooth, camera seems has some improvement too, bugs from v2.3 mostly are solved, battery seems to be the same, and a big bug for me is in web browsing, it is laggy as hell.
[Android General] u669983:
Its root is hidden. If you use android commander from your PC , you will see you have root access and you can remove the chinese apps etc.

Otherwise I guess eroot will do the job and install superuser if you need it . the link to eroot was publised a few posts back but remember you have to set the usb connection as media installer
[Android General] minerva1961:
V972 Quad Core V3.0 Firmware: (only support V1 Version)

Bad News; Root Checker Basic from the Play Store says it's not rooted, Superuser from Play store requires root access and Titanium also so no batch-file restoring all my apps - correct me if I'm barking up wrong tree..

Good News; seems quite nimble, boot-up is faster, browsing seems better, it just feels better than previous versions..

--------------------

update.

Just downloaded eroot and that's fixed root

Thanks :)
[Android General] Paulmillen:
Have flashed the new firmware and it feels pretty good!

No significant problems, one or two of the apps that worked with Kasty are now 'incompatible' but I can live with that. The only 'root' apps that I play with are the cpu clocking etc ones. These dont work now. I tried the eroot app and although it looks like its worked, the apps still dont. I get an error message.

Overall V happy!

Paul
[Android General] zsnorbi:
For V1 version tablets kasty version is ready for the firmware with pre installed root and market compatibility fix.

Download from arctablet.;)
[Android General] Paulmillen:
Thanks for that! Mines a v2 :(
[Android General] PassieWater:
I dont think the dev is making one for v2 tablets....hope i am wrong.

Vanaf exotisch tabletje
[Android General] Rajata:
Hi. Before i flash to the new kasty i just want to know if the sound got better? Thanks :highfive:
[Android General] weaselEST:
The new version from kasty is very good indeed. Feels almost like a decent tablet now :)
[Android General] diquan2001:
Can we have the link ??

I want to try this new Kasty ROM
[Android General] kleinyair:
http://www.arctablet.com/blog/forum...ly-bean-root-custom-firmware-v3-0-2013-05-14/
[Android General] diquan2001:
Thank you .Im going to flash right now ..
[Android General] PassieWater:
Please give feedback on your finding
[Android General] diquan2001:
Version V1.21

Here you go guys its the new firmware for the Onda V972 .

V972Core4_v1.21.zip
[Android General] parajsinghal:
Yeah, that would be our only option I guess if we want cwm with keys. Anyways, I am not concerned about the keys much at the moment. I need the recovery to be able start without mounting issues first.

@Dvalin21: Yeah I feel its best to establish cwm recovery first. Also its easier to Google out the cwm issues than twrp which is relatively new.
[Android General] Sanativus:
Chinese to English?

Hey guys,

I just found this forum and I am so relieved! Onda has been less than helpful in resolving many of my tablet's issues. I'm relieved that I'm not alone.

I need some instruction on changing the tablet's language from Chinese to English. The language setting reverted to Chinese when I did a factory reset.

Can anyone guide me through the process of switching the tablet back to English?
[Android General] diquan2001:
setup

Here you go ..Hope this helps ..First ofcourse go to the settings icon and then look for the pink cloud:fingers-crossed:

[/IMG]

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So did any of you guys outhere already try the new firmware yet??

I received it OTA but im not installing it yet .I just want to know if its possible to keep the root safe .(rootkeeper )

And install the new firmware ..:confused:
[Android General] bsejdovic:
I am having no luck with skype. The other person can barely hear me. Seems like the microphone does not pick up sound very well unless you speak right into it. This is a huge disappointment for me, because I bought this tablet mostly for that reason. I tried other apps and they all barely pick up anything from the microphone. Can somebody test out a skype call with their v972 and report back please?
[Android General] fldc:
I have an Ainol Novo 9, pretty much the same hardware. Looking around on forums, it seems all 9.7" A31 tablets have the same problems, like mic, earphones, wifi (not that I've noticed this my self though), bad UI performance/glitches, power management and so forth. Looks like they all are working with an unfinished Allwinner SDK.
[Android General] gnowe:
Thank you for the instructions.
[Android General] ankar84:
Today Onda has released a firmware update version 1.32!

We are waiting for reviews owners!
[Android General] AndroidFreakster:
Hey all,

I recently purchased this tablet as well, but Im not pleased with it so far :crying: (I know it's because of this crappy software..)

I actually need some help because I think I've just bricked my ONDA. Keeps hanging at the ONDA logo all the time when powering on

the device.. (This happened during a firmware update to v1.21, I accidentally pushed the power button during the boot up..)

Already tried a factory reset and cache wipe (In recovery mode), but unfortunately: No luck yet.. Updating the firmware doesn't work either:(:(

Could anyone tell me how to unbrick my device??
[Android General] ankar84:
Did somebody tried to port TWRP to Onda V972?
[Android General] rcasey4566:
Onda V972 WIll not boot

I get the quad core logo then the screen that shows V972 in the upper left corner and the icons showing the tablet features.

It hang there.

The only response I can get is holding in power button to hard shut down.

I finally tied probing the tiny hole, I believe to be the Factory Reset, but feel no obvious button and get no reaction.

I sent the company several emails yesterday and today but I guess they have no one manning support until after Feb 15.

Can anyone confirm the smallest round hole is supposed be a factory reset and if so, is there ant special way to use it.

I don't fell anything when I probe with a straightened out staple.

Thank you,

Roger
[Android General] parajsinghal:
Hey Roger,

If this is the first boot give it some time. If not, you are stuck in boot loop.

Reflash the firmware with PhoenixSuite and select format partitions. Of course, this means you will loose all data. This will even recover the device from a brick unless its a hardware issue.
[Android General] rcasey4566:
Thank you for the fast response.

It ran ok for 4 days.

I can't get any response from the tablet other then hard shut down.

I don't know how to Reflash the firmware.

Would you know if this something that could be done thru the mini usb, when there is no screen response.

Thank you

Roger
[Android General] parajsinghal:
Yes it has to be done through usb cable. You will need a pc running windows. It works while tablet is switched off, so do not worry.

I cant write all instruction here. I'll refer you the guide or you can google it. I am out for dinner. Will share once I reach home.

Or maybe someone else can share the guide in the meantime.
[Android General] rcasey4566:
Thank you again,

There is no rush.

I will research further, since the alternative is returning for service.

I waited 7 weeks after I ordered to receive it.

I'm sure when they get back from new years they will even further behind.

Thank you again,

Roger
[Android General] IndyUK:
Hi

I was wondering whether an owner of this could post a screeshot of an ebook reader. I like reading on my Momo9 but don't really like the font rendering. Having seen what the iPad retina can do I wonder whether this did the same. Also, I'm somewhat concerned about the folks who are experiencing performance issues. Is this resolved or still on-going. I don't think I would get this if the tablet isn't able to do well on basic things.

Thanks
[Android General] msav:
Link to using phoenixsuite. to flash firmware make sure you select to format. I also had the boot loop, I caused it when I tried to restore a wallpaper using titanium backup. That is how i fixed it.

http://www.jsxltech.com/blogs/onda-...tool-and-firmware-download-link-for-onda-v972
[Android General] Dvalin21:
Anyone tried installing the 1.32 update yet?
[Android General] AndroidFreakster:
@msav: Link is dead??
[Android General] Etnies22:
HI,

I am also interested to get Onda V972 but if possible 32gb version.

Can some suggest some trusted sites where you buy them?

Thank you all.
[Android General] skippie17700:
i have the previous version of kasty-onda installed and like to install this new version but the problem is that i can't switch off the tablet.

it comes back on automatically all the time.

Any ideas?

UPDATE : installed

antutu benchmark disappointing : 10493
[Android General] skippie17700:
smooth rom. backward button (on screen) is too sensitive.
[Android General] cravvler:
Hi guys,

I just installed the latest V3.0. Everything is much smoother and works fine. The only problem I have is the camera is not working. It just force close when I open it. Anyone else with this problem? Is there a fix?
[Android General] u669983:
Camera works very well with V3.0 . Sounds like your tablet could be a v2 ? Check the version on the back cover abd if necessary try 3.0-v2 rom to see .
[Android General] ravensiege:
Working Onda v972 firmware

You can download the firmware that works great for the onda v972 here: https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B2jLb4tTICk3aUFtNWY1VVJzTUU/edit?usp=sharing
[Android General] cravvler:
Thanks A lot man. I did a search as I didn't know how to check what version I have. Now I know, hahaha....
[Android General] curiou5:
I have installed a lot of apps on the tablet. What apps should I use to back-up all the installed apps and data so that I can restore the apps and data after flashing the v3.0 rom. Is there any tutorial that I can follow to back-up and restore the apps and data.

Thanks.

Found this : http://www.talkandroid.com/guides/b...rooted-or-non-rooted-android-phone-or-tablet/
[Android General] kleinyair:
You can use Titanium Backup from the market.
[Android General] pajda88:
this 3.0 is an official release ? final 4.2.2 ? or still they r working on it ?
[Android General] minerva1961:
>I have installed a lot of apps on the tablet. What apps should I use to back-up all the installed apps and data so that I can restore the apps and data after flashing the v3.0 rom. Is there any tutorial that I can follow to back-up and restore the apps and data.

Titanium Backup as kleinyair says but I think you have to buy it to get full backup-restore Apps/Data (correct me if I'm wrong), I used INFOLIFE App Backup & Restore previously but I had to click OK for every App where-as Titanium Backup does the restore as a batch job and will restore all Apps/Data without having to keep clicking :) The interface isn't the most intuitive (hint, click the Tick mark on the top right to get to the backup/restore menu) but now I'm used to it it's saved me countless hours and is well worth the price.
[Android General] cravvler:
By the way, is WIFI horrible at your side? Mine is....

It takes a long time to connect when the tablet goes to sleep. I have set it to stay on during sleep, but it just feels too tired and falls into sleep.